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January 2022

                     Make Your New Year’s To Do List!

www.simivalley.org
Make Your New Year's To Do List! - January 2022 - City of Simi Valley
Senior Center
        Staff

                              This class is designed for those 60 and older who are inactive
Manager                        with poor balance, who have fallen, or have a fear of falling.
Angel Sierra
                          You will improve your balance, strength, flexibility, and self-confidence.
asierra@simivalley.org
(805) 583-6366                                          Tuesdays
                                               January 18 – March 8, 2022
                                                 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Assistant Manager
Robert Martin
                                        Space is limited.
rmartin@simivalley.org
(805) 583-6364                Call (805) 583-6363 to register.

Assistant Manager
Raquel Wirth
rwirth@simivalley.org
(805) 583-6038                      The Council On Aging
                                               will meet in-person
Senior Center Cook                     on Monday, January 10, 2022
Gregory Seymour                                      at 1:00 p.m.
gseymour@simivalley.org

                                All residents age 60 or older are voting
Meals On Wheels                     members, and anyone can attend.
Coordinator
Suzanna Colwell
scolwell@simivalley.org
(805) 583-6042
Make Your New Year's To Do List! - January 2022 - City of Simi Valley
Buy One, Get One Free
                           Dial-A-Ride Booklet
     If you are a Simi Valley resident age 60 or older who rides Dial-A-
         Ride, you may be eligible for a free ticket booklet worth $20.

                                   How Does It Work?
  Purchase a Dial-A-Ride ticket booklet from City of Simi Valley Transit Department or
  at City Hall. Then, bring your ticket book receipt dated within the last 60 days and
  receive a free booklet at:
                           Senior Center Main Lobby
                             2nd Monday of each Month
                                 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
                   Sponsored by:

   In our Resource Center:                      Women’s Book Club
                                                     10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Senior Advocate                                          No registration needed
(Every Wednesday)
By appointment                                       Saturday, January 22
                                                  “The Bee Keeper of Aleppo”
                                                            By Christi Lefteri
Home Energy
Assistance                                           Saturday, February 26
(3rd Monday)                                       “The Lost Girls of Devon”
                                                           By Barbara O’Neal

Health Insurance                                     Saturday, March 19
                                                 “Convenience Store Woman”
Counseling                                                 By Sayaka Murata
(By appointment)

Veteran’s Counseling
(1st Wednesday)
Make Your New Year's To Do List! - January 2022 - City of Simi Valley
L.I.F.E. Legal
       In-person Legal Workshop for Seniors

                    Tuesday, January 25, 2022
                         1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Legal Check List:                                 Hurry!
                                            Space is Limited!
                                          Registration required.
 Attend Free Legal Workshop
 Advance Health Care Directive
                                           Call (805) 583-6363
 Create a Will
 Power of Attorney
 Caregiver’s Authorization Affidavit

           Things to Know:
 What are Your Legal Needs
 Grandchildren and Legal Relationships
 Housing Disputes
 Communication & Overcoming Conflicts
 Hiring Legal Professionals
 When you Need the Courts
 Legal Terms

Sponsored by the Ventura County Area Agency
   on Aging & Grey Law of Ventura County
Make Your New Year's To Do List! - January 2022 - City of Simi Valley
Relax, and Have a Seat!
                        Chair Yoga for Seniors

Are you looking for a way to unwind or reduce tension in your life? Take some
time for you! The Simi Valley Senior Center will offer in-person Chair Yoga for
Seniors with experienced instructor Smita Dandekar.

                          The six-week class series will meet on Wednesdays
                          from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., January 19 to February 23.
                          Each weekly class will focus on a different, specific
                          goal. It is a great activity for people in wheelchairs
                          too!

                             Classes are free, but registration is required.
                                     Call (805) 583-6363 to sign up.

                Games, Games, Games!
  The Senior Center invites you to join us to play some
         fun, easy-to-learn games like Poker,
              Cribbage, Bunco and more!
                       Sign up at www.rsrpd.org
Make Your New Year's To Do List! - January 2022 - City of Simi Valley
NEW! Cancer Support Group
                3rd Wednesday of each month
                      6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

                       This group is open to those
                         with any type of cancer

                        Other support groups
                        at the Senior Center:

                     Prostate Cancer Support
                3rd Tuesday of each month 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

               After Breast Cancer Support “ABC”
               1st Thursday of each month, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Computer Classes

   Beginning Windows
   Social Networking
   Total Technology Cell Phones
   Total Technology Tablets
   Understanding the Cloud

                   These classes fill up FAST!
         Registration begins Wednesday, December 22, 2021
                        Go to: www.rsrpd.org
Make Your New Year's To Do List! - January 2022 - City of Simi Valley
Simi Valley Senior Center
                   January 2022 Activities, Clubs and Classes
              Visit rsrpd.org for Recreation Classes or call 805-583-6059
        Closed on January 1 for New Year's Day & January 15-17 for MLK, Jr. Day

    MONDAY                       ACTIVITY                  START          END           OTHER INFO

Arts/Crafts       B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Crafts) Group    9:00 am -   12:00 pm

Cards/Games       Rummikub                                 10:00 pm -   12:30 pm

Computers         Sit ‘n’ Click Open Computer Lab          12:30 pm -    4:45 pm

Groups/Clubs      V.I.P. Low Vision Support Group           9:00 am -   12:00 pm

                  Council On Aging (COA) Meeting            1:00 pm -    3:00 pm 2nd Monday

                  Drama Club                                1:00 pm -    3:00 pm

                  Genealogy Club                           12:00 pm -    2:00 pm 2nd & 4th Mon.

                  Red Hat Society - Sassy Lassies          12:00 pm -    4:00 pm 4th Mon.

                  Stamp & Coin Club                         1:00 pm -    3:30 pm 1st Mon.

Health/Fitness    Line Dancing - Intermediate/Advanced      8:30 am -   10:30 am Drop-in, free

                  Tai Chi - Beginning                      12:10 pm -    1:10 pm

                  Tai Chi - Intermediate/Advanced          11:00 am -   12:00 pm

                  Wii Bowling/Sports                       12:15 pm -    4:45 pm

Social Services   Coping with Life                         10:00 am -   11:30 am

                                                                                     Call HICAP/Appt.
                  HICAP Health Insurance Counseling        10:00 am -    3:00 pm
                                                                                     1-805-477-4310

                  Supporting Widows & Widowers Group       10:30 am -   12:00   pm

   TUESDAY                       ACTIVITY                  START          END           OTHER INFO

Cards/Games       Chicago Bridge                            9:30 am -   12:00 pm

                  Canasta Hand and Foot Card Game           9:45 am -    4:45 pm

                  Mah Jongg                                11:30 am -    3:00 pm

                  Pinochle                                 12:30 pm -    4:45 pm

Computers         Sit ‘n’ Click Open Computer Lab          12:30 pm -    4:45 pm

Entertainment     Movies in the Lounge                     12:30 pm -    3:00 pm

Social Services   ADA Card Interviews for Dial-A-Ride       8:30 am -    2:30 pm TBD Appoint req.

                  Home Energy Assistance Program
                                                            9:00 am -    2:00   pm Jan. 18 (Appt req.)
                  (HEAP)

                  Prostate Cancer Support Group             7:00 pm -    9:00 pm 3rd Tuesday
Make Your New Year's To Do List! - January 2022 - City of Simi Valley
WEDNESDAY                       ACTIVITY            START          END           OTHER INFO

Cards/Games       Chess Club                          1:00 pm -    4:30 pm

                  Pinochle                           12:30 pm      4:45 pm

                  Stamp & Coin Club                   1:00 pm -    3:30 pm Jan. 19

Health/Fitness    Tai Chi Practice                    9:00 am -   10:00 am

                  Wii Bowling/Sports                 12:15 pm -    4:45 pm

Social Services   Bereavement Support Group          10:30 am -   12:00 pm

                  Cancer Support Group NEW            6:30 pm -    9:00 pm 3rd Wed.

                  Diabetes Support Group             10:30 am -   12:00 pm Jan. 5

                  Home Share                         10:00 am -    1:00 pm call 805-477-7300

                  Senior Advocate                     9:00 am -    2:30 pm Appt. Preferred

                  Veterans' Counseling                9:00 am -   12:00 pm Jan. 5, Appt. req.

   THURSDAY                      ACTIVITY            START          END          OTHER INFO.

Arts/Crafts       Crochet, Sew & Chat                 9:30 am -   11:30 am

Cards/Games       Canasta/Hand & Foot Cards          11:00 am -    4:45 pm

Computers         Sit ‘n’ Click Open Computer Lab     1:00 pm -    4:45 pm

Entertainment     Karaoke                             2:30 pm -    4:30 pm Jan. 6, 20, 27

Group/Clubs       Rancho Simi Senior Citizens Club    1:30 pm -    4:00 pm 2nd Thurs.

                  Senior Writers Club                 1:00 pm -    3:00 pm Does not meet

                  DAV Support Group                   3:00 pm -    4:30 pm 2nd Thurs.

Health/Fitness    Tai Chi - Intermediate/Advanced    11:00 am -   12:00 pm

Social Services   ABC Breast Cancer Support Group     6:30 pm -    9:00 pm 1st Thurs.

                  Alzheimer’s Support Group          10:30 am -   12:00 pm 1st & 3rd Thurs.

                  Fibromyalgia Support Group          3:00 pm -    4:45 pm 1st Thurs.
                  Home Energy Assistance Program
                                                      9:00 am -    2:00   pm Jan. 6 (Appt. req)
                  (HEAP)
     FRIDAY                      ACTIVITY            START          END           OTHER INFO

Cards/Games       Bingo Grab Bag                      1:00 pm -    2:30 pm

                  Mah Jongg                          12:00 pm -    4:00 pm

Computers         Sit ‘n’ Click Open Computer Lab     1:00 pm -    4:45 pm

Health/Fitness    Wii Bowling/Sports                  9:00 am -   12:45 pm Sign-up req.

Social Services   Bereavement Support Group          10:30 am -   12:00 pm

   SATURDAY                      ACTIVITY            START          END          OTHER INFO.

Groups/Clubs      Women’s Book Club                  10:00 am -   12:00   pm Jan. 22 (free drop in)

Social Services   Grey Law Legal Services             9:00 am -   12:00 pm Call for info
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RANCHO SIMI
RECREATION &
PARK DISTRICT
4201 GUARDIAN ST.
SIMI VALLEY
805-584-4400
________________________
SIMI VALLEY
SENIOR CENTER –
OFFICE
805-583-6059
OR GO ONLINE TO
INFO@RSRPD.US                                                                DUPLICATE BRIDGE
                            ACTIVITIES/CLUB                                  Mitchell Movement Duplicate
RSRPD.ORG
                            All Activities and Clubs are held at the         Bridge
BRYAN HORSTMANSHOF
Program Specialist
                            Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900          Open to players of all levels. This is a
bryanh@rsrpd.us             Avenida Simi unless otherwise specified. competitive non-sanctioned Duplicate Bridge game
                                                                             using ACBL rules.
805-584-4443
                                                                                      W        1:00-5:00 p Ongoing Free
                            BILLIARDS CLUB                                   Director: Dean & Joanne Cunningham (805)
STAN KALSMAN
                            Come enjoy the fun of playing billiards. Meets   231-6222. Call for a partner Lee Linder (805)
PT Recreation Coordinator
seniors@rsrpd.us            weekly. FREE (ongoing)                           527-6447.
                                     M-F    8:00 a-4:45 pm,
HENRY KRAUS                  M,Tu,Th M-Th   7:00 p-9:45 p                    GOLD COAST
PT Recreation Coordinator
                                     Sa     8:00 a-12:15 p                   TREASURE HUNTERS
henryk@rsrpd.us             NO CLASS 1/1, 1/15, 1/17, 2/19, 2/21             There is information on the use of metal detec-
                                                                             tors, monthly displays and prize awarded.
                            BUNCO CLUB                                       Website: wwwgctreasuehunters.com
                            with Anna Heinaman                               - - - - 3rd W 6:30-9:00 p Ongoing Free
                            Bunco is an easy game to play with a minimum
                            of rules and maximum of fun! Fee used for        KNIT & CROCHET CLUB
                            prizes. Begins Jan. 20.                          with Lynda Relyea
                                      3rd Th 7:00-9:00 p Ongoing $2/mo       Come and have fun in this tightly knit club! This is
                                                                             a social gathering, no instruction given.
                            CRIBBAGE CLUB                                             W         9:00 a-12:00 p Ongoing Free
                            with Cathy Rendon                                         F         9:00 a-12:00 p Ongoing Free
                            Come play cribbage with other people who en-
                            joy the game. Beginners are welcome!             POKER CLUB
                                     M        6:00-9:30 p Ongoing Free       with Joan Rubin
                            NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21                              Dealer’s choice, future tournaments. Join the club
Registration begins:
December 22, 2021                                                            for prizes and fun. Fee used for prizes.
                            DECORATIVE ARTS CLUB                                      Tu       6:15-9:45 p     Ongoing $1/class
                            with Paula Armstrong
“We don’t stop playing      Focus on completing your unfinished acrylic
because we grow old,        paint, watercolor or pen tangle project. Bring
we grow old because         your own supplies.
                                     F        9:00 a-1:00 p Ongoing Free
we stop playing.”
-George Bernard

 Spring First Edition
 12/13/2021
Make Your New Year's To Do List! - January 2022 - City of Simi Valley
PAPER CRAFTING                                                     ARTS
with Karen Kalsman, Linda Carlson,
Sylvia Shewring & Arrie Voth                                       SLIPCASTING AND HANDBUILDING
Create beautiful scrapbooks, cards and paper projects in this      CERAMICS with Joanne Kramer
fun atmosphere. Bring 10 pictures and create photo pages.          Learn ceramic techniques such as slip casting, hand building
Supplies provided. Create and enjoy!                               (coiling, slab making and molds). This is a low-fire class. Some
         M     2:00-5:00 p     Ongoing            Free             materials provided and students will buy their own clay.
         Th    9:00a-12:00 p Ongoing              Free             Resource on where to buy clay will be given at first class. All
NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21                                                levels welcome.
                                                                              7W      10:00 a-12:00 p 1/5-2/16             * $65
SIMI SETTLERS                                                                 7W      12:00 a-2:00 p 1/5-2/16              * $65
                                                                              7W      10:00 a-12:00 p 3/9-4/20             * $65
AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
                                                                              7W      12:00-2:00 p    3/9-4/20             * $65
Contact www.simisettlers.org for more                              * $15 Material Fee due to instructor at 1st class.
 information.                                                      Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
- - - - - 2nd Th 7:00-9:00 p     Ongoing               Free
                                                                   GLASS FUSION with Joanne Kramer
THURSDAY NIGHT QUILTERS
                                                                   Learn glass fusion techniques, cutting, layering, and slumping.
with Deborah Delahunt                                              Projects require materials not included in the lab fee. Teacher
Please join us for a night of quilting on your own projects.       must approve all glass before using. Resources to buy supplies will
Must have own machine and notions.                                 be provided by instructor at first class.
         Th        5:30-9:30 p         Ongoing         Free                 7 Th     11:00 a-1:00 p 1/6-2/17               * $75
                                                                            7 Th     11:00 a-1:00 p 3/10-4/21              * $75
                                                                   * $45 Material Fee due to instructor at 1st class.
QUILTING CLUB
                                                                   Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
with Roberta Nicholson
Enjoy quilting with other friendly quilters!                       Charles Knecht Classes:
         Th        9:00 a-12:30 p Ongoing              Free        ADVENTURES IN WATERCOLOR
         S         9:00 a-12:30 p Ongoing              Free
                                                                   This is a beginning watercolor class whereby you will learn
                                                                   properties of washes, values, composition, and colors. This class
QUALITY QUILTERS                                                   will expand your creativity and knowledge of watercolor. Students
with Anne Sidell, Sue Glasgow &                                    will furnish their own supplies. List of supplies given upon
                                                                   registration.
Virginia Hurlock                                                             7M        1:00-3:00 p       1/3-2/28           $65
Students will receive a good understanding of basic quilting.
                                                                             7M        1:00-3:00 p       3/7-4/18           $65
Two quilting projects will be made in this interactive and         NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
creative setting. Bring your sewing machine,                       Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
         W         9:00 a-2:00 p    Ongoing             Free
                                                                   ROUGH SKETCH TO A FINISH DRAWING
WOODCARVING CLUB                                                   In this beginning class students will learn how to capture the es-
with Dick White, Ed Tingstrom, & Terry                             sence of a subject in moments with a rapid sketch. Students will
Wells                                                              furnish their own supplies. List of supplies given upon registration.
The club is for experienced carvers ONLY! Students must be                   7M       10:00 a-12:00 p 1/3-2/28            $65
aware of all safety issues in order to participate. Facilitators             7M       10:00 a-12:00 p 3/7-4/18            $65
will review student’s work/ability before joining the club. If     NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
deemed an inexperienced carver, student must take Thursday         Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
woodcarving class first. Students in the club will work on their
own woodcarving projects.                                          WOODCARVING
          Tu       9:00 a-12:00 p Ongoing                 Free     with Dick White
                                                                   This class will be open to beginning, intermediate and advanced
                                                                   carvers. New students will be given simple projects under the
                                                                   guidance of the instructor and advance at their own speed.
                                                                   Students will furnish their own supplies.
                                                                            7 Th      9:00 a-12:00 p 1/6-2/17            $20
                                                                            7 Th      9:00 a-12:00 p 3/3-4/14            $20
ARTS                                                                        DANCE
Linda Cantrell Classes:                                                     CLOGGING
BEGINNING WATERCOLOR                                                        with Evy Eisele
This class is for students with little or no painting                       Clogging is a toe tapping, energetic fun form of dancing to all kinds of
experience. Students furnish their own supplies. The instructor             music. All steps are cued, so no memorizing, no partner needed.
will demonstrate all projects in class.                                     This is a great exercise class for the mind and body. 3 levels will be
         7W         12:30-3:30 p       1/5-2/16       $65                   taught. Beginning starts at 6:45 pm. Easy-Intermediate starts at 7:30
         7W         12:30-3:30 p       3/9-4/20       $65                   pm. Intermediate starts at 8:15 pm. Stay all night if you would like!
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi                      For more inquires please call Evy at
                                                                            (805) 469-7909.
INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED                                                               M 6:45-9:00 p              JAN     $6 per night
WATERCOLOR                                                                            M 6:45-9:00 p              FEB     $6 per night
                                                                                      M 6:45-9:00 p              MAR     $6 per night
All techniques and projects will be demonstrated by the instruc-
tor. Students can either do the class project or work on their                        M 6:45-9:00 p              APR     $6 per night
                                                                            Location: Houghton-Schreiber Park, 4333 Township Ave
own paintings. Students furnish their own supplies.
         7F       12:30-3:30 p      1/7-2/18         $65
         7F       12:30-3:30 p      3/11-4/22        $65
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi

INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED
                                                                            Debbie Munz classes:
OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING
This class is intended for students with previous painting
                                                                            BEGINNING TAP DANCE
experience. Students have the choice of doing the class project             Tap for beginners or those who want a slower pace. You’ll learn a
or working on their own paintings. Students will furnish their              dance while working on rhythm, coordination, memory and balance.
own supplies.                                                               Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
         7 Th      12:30-3:30 p      1/6-2/17          $65                          7F        3:30-4:30 p      1/7-2/18         $40
         7 Th      12:30-3:30 p      3/10-4/21         $65                          6F        3:30-4:30 p      2/25-4/1         $35
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi                      Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
                                                                            TAP I DANCE
PAINTING STUDIO                                                             Learn steps that will be used in a fun routine! You’ll learn a dance
This class is for students to work on their own projects. Any               while working on rhythm, coordination, memory and balance. Bring a
media is ok. The instructor will be there to assist students as             water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
needed. Students will furnish their own supplies.                                   7 Tu      4:30-5:30p       1/4-2/15         $40
         7 Tu       12:30-3:30 p     1/4-2/15          $55                          7 Tu      4:30-5:30p       2/22-4/5         $40
         7 Tu       12:30-3:30 p     3/8-4/19          $55                  Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi                      TAP II DANCE
                                                                            Learn tap steps that will get you tappin’ to a fun routine. Must have
INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY                                                     previous experience. Improve rhythm, balance and coordination.
with Nadia Miller                                                           Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
Discover a variety of techniques from hand building and/or wheel                     7 Tu     3:30-4:30 p       1/4-2/15          $40
throwing to transform raw clay into a unique functional or sculptural                7 Tu     3:30-4:30 p       2/22-4/5          $40
piece of art. All student levels are welcomed. This class uses mid-range    Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
Cone 5/6 materials only. Students will need to bring a small pottery tool
kit, a towel, and a few brushes for glazing. Each student will receive a
5lb bag of clay to start. All other clay will need to be purchased sepa-
                                                                             LINE DANCING
rately and approved by the instructor. $15 Material Fee due at 1st class.    with Carol Thomsen
Day Classes:                                                                 An excellent way to become fit and stay fit while learning the latest
        7 Tu      10:00 a-12:00 p 1/4-2/15          $65                      line dances. No partner needed. Come join us!
LAB     7 Tu      12:30-2:30 p     1/4-2/15         $55                               6W      5:30-6:30 p      1/19-3/2           $30
        7 Tu      10:00 a-12:00 p 3/1-4/12          $65                               6W      6:45-7:45 p      1/19-3/2           $30
LAB     7 Tu      12:30-2:30 p     3/1-4/12         $55                               6W      5:30-6:30 p      3/16-4/27          $30
Night Classes: (Ages 18+)                                                             6W      6:45-7:45 p      3/16-4/27          $30
        7 Tu      6:00-9:00 p      1/4-2/15         $90                      NO CLASS 2/9, 4/13
        7 Tu      6:00-9:00 p       3/1-4/12        $90                      Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
EDUCATIONAL                                                        FITNESS
BEGINNERS TRAVELERS FRENCH                                         AGE 50+ BOCCE BALL
with Dorena Martin                                                 with Henry & Roz Kraus
Join us to learn a fun way to learn travelers French for            Come and join the fun of Bocce Ball! This is an Italian game played
beginners. Games, role play, pronunciation and easy curriculum.    with 1 small ball (Pallino) and 8 larger balls (Bocce). Show your
Firsthand experience from professor who lived in Paris, France.    skills by getting the Bocce as close as you can to the
          7 Sa     10:00-11:00 a     1/8-2/19          $45         Pallino. All skill levels are welcome. Meet new people and make
          7 Sa     10:00-11:00 a     3/12-4/23         $45         new friends.
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi                       W         8:30-10:00 a      1/5-4/27         $5
                                                                   NO ACTIVITY 3/16
Lori Gildow classes:                                               Location: Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi
UNDERSTANDING THE CLOUD                                            ACTIVE ADULT NEON BOCCE BALL
Use a PC to access info from your phone/tablet. Must have user/
password for account login. Organize photos, contacts, calen-   NIGHT
dars.                                                           with Henry Kraus
          2 Tu    10:00 a-12:00 p 1/11-1/18         $20         Come join this fun and unique night of Neon Bocce Ball. This game
          2W      10:00 a-12:00 p 4/6-4/13          $20         is open to all levels over the age of 50. Meet new people and
BEGINNING WINDOWS                                               make new friends. See ya then!
Use a PC to learn the basics of your computer. The instructor   AGE 50+ NIGHT:
will give you hands on guidance and answer any questions you             W         6:00-7:30 p       1/19             $5 p/p
may have regarding Windows.                                              W         6:00-7:30 p       2/16             $5 p/p
          3W      11:30 a-1:00 p 3/9-3/23           $30                  W         700-8:30  p       3/23             $5 p/p
EXPLORING YOUR iPad                                                      W         7:00-8:30 p       4/20             $5 p/p
Learn how to communicate with friends, family and of course     Location:  Rancho    Tapo Community    Park, 3700 Avenida Simi
those savvy grandkids on your iPad or tablet. This is a basic
beginner course to get you on the path to get you active on        ARTHRITIS CHAIR EXERCISE
your device.                                                       with Gracie Lerno
         3W       9:00-11:00 a     1/12-1/26           $30         Learn to keep your muscles and limber stretched from head toe in
         3W       9:00-11:00 a     3/2-3/16            $30         this arthritis chair exercise program.
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi                       Tu          10:30 -11:30 a Ongoing         Free
                                                                             Th           1:15-2:15 p    Ongoing        Free
TOTAL TECHNOLOGY:                                                  Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
USING YOUR CELL PHONE
                                                                   CORNHOLE
Intergenerational class in which teens will educate and instruct   with Stan Kalsman
seniors on how to use components of their cell phone, such as      Come join the fun picnic game of Cornhole. Easy to play and all
text messaging, internet, and pictures.                            levels welcome. No experience necessary.
         1M        3:15-4:45 p      1/10              $10*                   M      9:30-11:30 a     JAN               $5
         1 Tu      3:15-4:45 p      2/8               $10*                   M      9:30-11:30 a     FEB               $5
         1M        3:15-4:45 p      3/7               $10*                   M      9:30-11:30 a     MAR               $5
         1 Tu      3:15-4:45 p      4/5               $10*                   M      9:30-11:30 a     APR               $5
USING YOUR LAPTOP OR TABLET                                        NO ACTIVITY 1/17, 2/21
Intergenerational class in which teens will educate and instruct   Location: Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave
seniors on how to use components of their laptop or tablet.
Class will include small group or one-on-one instruction. Teens    RELAXATION & MEDITATION
registered through our volunteer program will receive service
                                                                   with Usa Larson
hours.
                                                                   Certifited Meditation Instructor
         1 Tu      3:15-4:45 p      1/25              $10*         Learn the techniques of meditation and relaxation. Improve health,
         1M        3:15-4:45 p      2/28              $10*
                                                                   stress and well-being. Leads to more centered life. Anyone is
         1 Tu      3:15-4:45 p      3/22              $10*
                                                                   welcomed.
         1M        3:15-4:45 p      4/11              $10*
                                                                             W       8:00-8:50 a      Ongoing            Free
Cost for registration, not volunteer(s)
                                                                   Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
FITNESS                                                                FITNESS
GET MOVING FITNESS                                                    Pati Albert’s Classes:
with Jody Zieska                                                     RYT500 Registered Yoga Teacher, AFAA Certified Fitness
This is a standing cardio, weight training movement class; which Instructor
includes pop and oldies music. No floor work.
                                                                     CHAIR YOGA
                                                                     Students will practice poses while seated in a chair and use the
          7 Th    10:00-10:55 a     1/6-2/17        $30
                                                                     chair for assistance in standing poses. You do not have to get on
          7 Th    10:00-10:55 a     3/10-4/21       $30
                                                                     the floor! Increase strength, flexibility and balance while learning
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
                                                                     to relax. Wear loose clothing.
INDOOR LAWN BOWLING                                                             7 M 10:00 a -11:00 a       1/3-2/28           $35
                                                                                7 M 10:00 a -11:00 a       3/7-4/18           $35
with Roz Kraus                                                                  7 W 11:00 a -12:00 p       1/5-2/16           $35
Indoor Lawn Bowling is played with 2 teams, each team with their                7 W 11:00 a -12:00 p       3/9-4/20           $35
own color "Bowls" (balls), on a green carpet. The object is to get
                                                                     NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
your color Bowl (ball) closest to the "Jack" (a smaller white ball).
                                                                     Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
Points are given to the closest Bowls. Come and join this fun
activity and make new friends.                                       PILATES
          Tu      1:15-3:15 p       1/4-4/26        Free             Experience a true Pilates Mat Workout. Build core strength,
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi               tone muscles, and increase flexibility. Modifications will be given
                                                                     for each exercise, making the class suitable for all fitness levels.
LADDER BALL                                                          Bring a Mat and a large beach towel, Wear loose
with Henry Kraus                                                     clothing.
Come out an meet some new friends or come with friends you                      7 W 10:00-11:00 a           1/5-2/16         $35
already know. Instructions will be given to those who never played              7 W 10:00-11:00 a           3/9-4/20         $35
before or need a refresher course.                                   Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
          4 Tu    9:00 –10:00 a     JAN              $5
          4 Tu    9:00 –10:00 a     FEB              $5              PILATES ~ STRENGTH
          4 Tu    9:00 –10:00 a     MAR              $5              Pilates Mat Workout, hand weights and resistance bands are
          4 Tu    9:00 –10:00 a     APR              $5              added to create a weighted workout that builds body strength,
NO ACTIVITY: 3/15                                                    flexibility and core strength. Bring a Mat and a large beach towel,
Location: Rancho Tapo Community Park, 3700 Avenida Simi              wear loose clothing.
                                                                                7 F 10:00-11:00 a          1/7-2/18          $35
LOW IMPACT AEROBIC FITNESS                                                      7 F 10:00-11:00 a          3/11-4/22         $35
with Carol Thomsen                                                   Location:   Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900  Avenida  Simi
Get an overall workout with aerobic dance,
muscle building and stretching.                                       SUNSHINE YOGA
        8 Tu/Th 9:00-10:00 a 1/4-1/27                 $25      Basic Hatha Yoga– designed for both beginners and those with
        8 Tu/Th 9:00-10:00 a 2/1-2/24                 $25      previous yoga practice. This Monday morning class will get your
        10 Tu/Th 9:00-10:00 a     3/1-3/31            $25      week started on the right foot. Class taught in a safe and wel-
        8 Tu/Th 9:00-10:00 a 4/5-4/28                 $25      coming atmosphere. There will be plenty of stretching, basic
Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St              poses, and relaxation. Class taught in a safe and welcoming at-
                                                               mosphere. Bring a yoga mat, a large beach towel, yoga blanket,
“ON LOCATION” WALKING TOUR OF                                  and a “Sunny” disposition.
CORRIGANVILLE                                                             7 M 9:00 –10:00 a         1/3-2/28          $42
                                                                          7 M 9:00 –10:00 a         3/7-4/18          $42
with Gregg Anderson                                            NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
Enjoy reliving the memories of the great western movies. See Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
where over 400 movies and TV shows were filmed. Wear hiking or
comfortable shoes.                                             THERAPEUTIC FITNESS
        Sat      10:00 a-12:00 p      1/15      $5 p/p         *Back by popular demand! No floor work! This class is open to
        Sat      10:00 a-12:00 p      2/19      $5 p/p         all fitness levels. Low impact movement, stretches, and strength
        Sat      10:00 a-12:00 p      3/19      $5 p/p         building while seated on a chair. Light hand weights, balls, and
        Sat      10:00 a-12:00 p      4/16      $5 p/p
                                                               bands are used. Wear loose clothes and be ready to have fun.
Location: Corriganville Park, 7001 Smith Rd.
                                                                          7W        12:15-1:00 p    1/5-2/16          $35
                                                                          7W        12:15-1:00 p    3/9-4/20          $35
FITNESS
YOGA 101
                                                                       REGISTERING
Designed for beginners or those looking for a Gentle Yoga class.
Combining stretch, gentle movements, meditation, and basic Hatha       * Go online to RSRPD.org
poses. This class will restore harmony to the body and relax the
mind. Bring a Yoga Mat and a large beach towel, wear loose clothing.
         7F       11:00 a-12:00 p 1/7-2/18          $42                * Select Recreation at the top
         7F       11:00 a-12:00 p 3/11-4/22         $42
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
                                                                         of the page
YOGA
Designed for both those with yoga experience and those that wish
                                                                       * Select AGE 50+
to learn Yoga. Hatha Yoga poses are taught in a safe and welcoming
atmosphere. Emphasis is on good form and posture. Class will build
strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and create personal    * When on Age 50+ page scroll
harmony. Bring a Yoga Mat and a large beach towel, wear loose
clothing.
                                                                         all the way down and you will
          7M     6:00-7:00 P         1/3-2/28       $49                  see categories and classes
          7M     6:00-7:00 P         3/7-4/18       $49
NO CLASS: 1/17, 2/21                                                     which you can select and
Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St. Activity #4           signup for directly. Click the
PICKLEBALL                                                                  “plus to see the description
with Stan Kalsman                                                           of the class and how many
*Program begins when mask mandate is lifted
        Tu/Th    8:30 -12:00 p       1/4-12/31       $25
                                                                            classes are offered. There is
Activity dates subject to change at anytime without notice.                 a little blue box at the
Location: Rancho Santa Susana Community Center, 5001 L. A. Ave.
                                                                            bottom of the class
PING-PONG                                                                   description you’ll click on.
All ping-pong times are open play, but are subject to change at any
time. Times and dates are subject to change with little to no
warning.
          M       1:15–3:15 p
                                                                       * You will need to make an
          Tu      12:00-2:00 p                                            Account once you select the
          Th      7:00-9:30 p
          F       12:15-3:15 p                                           class you want, follow the
          Sa      10:00 a -12:15 p
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
                                                                         instructions.
SHUFFLEBOARD
with Stan Kalsman                                                      * Checkout   by following the
Lots of fun and easy to play. No prior experience necessary.
Weather pending.
                                                                         instructions given. You will
         F         9:30 -11:30 a     Jan            $5                   receive a confirmation
         F         9:30 -11:30 a Feb                $5
         F         9:30 -11:30 a Mar                $5                   email regarding your
         F         9:30 -11:30 a Apr
Location: Rancho Simi Community Park, 1765 Royal Ave
                                                    $5
                                                                         registration once
                                                                         complete.
FITNESS                                                                 ZUMBA GOLD
                                                                        Certified Instructor Jennifer Wood
STRENGTH BUILDING                                                       Easy-to-follow Latin dance workout. This modified ZUMBA
Instructor Eileen Cohen                                                 fitness class allows you to move at your own pace, and builds
Improve your strength, flexibility and balance. Bring your own          cardiovascular health. Great way to stay connected and keep
weights, water bottle and a mat.                                        you moving!
         6M                3:30-4:30 p    1/10-2/28    $30              Day Classes:
         7M                3:30-4:30 p    3/7-4/18     $30                        7 Tu     9:20-10:20 a    1/4-2/15        $35
NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21                                                               7W       9:00-10:00 a    1/5-2/16        $35
Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St.                                7 Tu     9:20-10:20 a    3/8-4/19        $35
                                                                                  7W       9:00-10:00 a    3/9-4/20        $35
STRETCH- STRENGTH - AEROBIC DANCE                                       Night Classes:
with Sandi Patterson                                                            7 Tu      6:00-7:00 p      1/4-2/15         $35
Develop and maintain flexibility, strength, and cardio respiratory              7W        6:00-7:00 p      1/5-2/16         $35
endurance through stretching, weight lifting, ball exercises and aer-           7 Tu      6:00-7:00 p      3/8-4/19         $35
obic line dance.                                                                7W        6:00-7:00 p      3/9-4/20         $35
          14 Tu/Th         2:45-4:45 p        1/4-2/17      $30         Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
          14 Tu/Th         2:45-4:45 p        3/8-4/21      $30
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi                  CHAIR ZUMBA
                                                                        Certified Instructor Jennifer Wood
                                                                        Chair-based Zumba exercise for people who have difficulty
WII BOWLING LEAGUE
                                                                        standing or walking. Builds cardiovascular health.
with Henry Kraus                                                                 7 Tu     4:50-5:50 p       1/4-2/15        $35
Come and join the FUN and EXCITEMENT! This is your chance to                     7 Tu     4:50-5:50 p       3/8-4/19        $35
join a Bowling League without the worries of finding the right sized    Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
ball or even shoes that fit properly. RSRPD is beginning their own
Wii Bowling League! Each week you and your partner will use the
                                                                        20/20/20 - Cardio/Weights/Stretch
Wii Bowling (gaming system) to bowl against another team.
Handicaps will be established after the first week. There will be       Certified Instructor Jennifer Wood
prize giveaways and a grand prize at the end of the 8-week season       This class is 20 minutes of CARDIO, 20 minutes of WEIGHTS
for the team with the most wins. Space is limited so sign-up today!     20 minutes of STRETCH
         8 Th              9:00 a-12:00 p 1/6-2/24        $12 p/p                7W       4:50-5;50 p      1/5-2/16         $35
         8 Th              9:00 a-12:00 p 3/3-4/28        $12 p/p                7W       4:50-5:50 p      3/9-4/20         $35
NO CLASS 3/17                                                           Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
Location: RSRPD Activity Center, 4201 Guardian St.
                                                                        HORSESHOES
STRENGTH and FITNESS                                                    with Gary Muirhead and Ben Diede
Instructor Penny Jordan                                                 This is for all ages and open to anyone. Comedown and throw
Core, flexibility, and strengthening. This is a full body workout.      some shoes! Beginning Jan 6th, 2022!
Please bring weight Fell free to contact the instructor with any                  Th        9:00-11:00 am Ongoing         Free
questions you may have (805) 587-9679.                                  Location Rancho Simi Park, 1765 Royal Ave. Horseshoe Pits
         7 Th              5:30-6:30 p       1/6-4/28    Free
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi                  MUSIC
AN INTRODUCTION TO BASIC                                                SIMI VALLEY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
BALLET with Mary Pat Weber                                              with Stuart Thomson
Get your fitness plan back on track with barre workout to                Wanted! People interested in joining a strings class. Do you
improve strength, balance, and coordination. No dance                   play violin, viola, or cello? Interested in learning to play or been
experience necessary. Casual clothes ok. Ballet slippers
                                                                        away from your instrument for a “few” years? Maybe try
recommended.                                                            something new? For more information call (805) 584-0650. New
        6M                 5:30-6:45 p      1/3-2/28 $36
                                                                        students please call the instructor before attending first class.
        7M                 5:30-6:45 p      3/7-4/18 $42
                                                                                  M          6:30-9:00 p       Ongoing             Free
        7F                 8:35-9:50 a      1/7-2/18 $42
                                                                        NO CLASS 1/17, 2/21
        7F                 8:35-9:50 a      3/4-4/15 $42
                                                                        Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
NO CLASS 1/17, 1/24, 2/21
Location: Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi
EXCURSIONS
FRIENDLY EXCURSIONS:          England, Scotland &
San Diego New Years!          Wales
Dec. 28, 2021- Jan. 1, 2022   August 27 - Sept. 10, 2022
5 Days & 4 Nights             15 Days & 14 Nights
Double - $1,999.00 p/p        Double - $4,799 p/p
Single - $2,699.00            Single - $5,899

Washington D.C.               St. Louis, Branson,
Apr.28 - May 2, 2022          Memphis, & Nashville
5 Days & 4 Nights             Sept. 18 - 25, 2022
Double - $2,499 p/p           8 Days & 7 Nights
Single - $3,299               Double - $3,299 p/p
                              Single - $3,999
Beautiful Central Coast
June 6 –9, 2022               Albuquerque’s Balloon
4 Days & 3 Nights             Fiesta and Santa Fe
Double - $995.00 p/p          Oct. 7 - 12, 2022
Single - $1,195.00            6 Days & 5 Nights
                              Double - $2,999p/p
Best of Chicago               Single - $3,499
June 15 - 21, 2022
7 Days & 6 Nights             COLLETTE:
Double - $2,799 p/p
                              Sunny Portugal
Single - $3,499               March 22-31, 2022
                              Double - $2,498 p/p
Yellowstone, Grand Te-        Single - $4,998 p/p
tons, and Mt. Rushmore        Triple - $2,468 p/p
July 7 –15, 2022
9 Days & 8 Nights             Please contact Bryan, Stan or
Double - $3,499.00 p/p        Henry for more information at
Single - $4,399.00            (805) 583-6059.
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