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June 2009 – Newsletter from Central Coast Seniors Center Pres. Betty Milne
Hello Everyone,
Graduation parties are in the air. What a wonderful time of the year for not only the grads but also the parents and grandparents of them. Some pretty exciting accomplishments in twelve or sixteen years, or even more for that matter.
I have family and friends that are completing college courses in the later years of their lives and I admire them for the determination. To be able to stay focused on studies is a marvel. I hope you have someone that you’re seeing complete some higher learning in your family or friends.
At last month’s Potluck Bev Batson was the winner and she so generously donated back to the center her winnings. Thank you Bev.
We have 55 Alive this month June 9th and 10th. You will need to contact Larry Lindsey to get into the class. Class size is limited. Please call Larry Lindsey at 481-8561 for an appointment.
Wood carvers meet every Monday morning and have fun carving out interesting images. Is this something that you have thought of doing? Come join the group. It is very low-keyed and you learn from each other.
Women’s Senior Yoga meets 10 AM on Mondays and enjoys each other’s twists and turns. A wonderful way to stay limber and in shape.
Of course we still have Senior Bingo meeting on Monday afternoons at 1 PM. As you know, the pots are directly related to the size of the group. Fun to get out of the house for a few hours and spend time with Bingo minded friends.
Tuesday finds our Art Group meeting at 9 AM to visit and check each other’s work and skills. This is a self-taught class but all are willing to help each other. Maybe a good time to check our your own skills. You just might be surprised what you can do.
Also on Tuesday afternoon you will find the Pinochle players bidding each oher out of the hand. A really fun game and if you are interested give me a call and I will set up a time for you to make note ofthe way we play here. As you know, every house has it’s own rules and bidding. May be just hething to put your mind on pleasant thoughts and join the fun.
Of course Lline Dance is a very big item here at the Center. Corkey Cota teaches all level of classes and keeps the troupes dancing Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Give her a call to see if you are missing out on some good exercise and music. She is always ready to teach a dance. 489-4169.
Bridge Group meets the first and third Wednesday. Lilly Brennan is the person to see about playing. 473-0218.
I understand the Bunco gang is having some prety interesting pots and lots of laughs together. They get the dice and bell going at 12:30 on Thursday afternoons. Come on in and join the ruckus, always room for 1 more.
And of course we have our main fundraiser, open to the public Bingo on Friday nights. The pots have been getting better and better. Of course it is dependent on the size of the crowd what the pot plays. Check us out! Doors open 4:30 and games begin with the horse race at 6 PM.
I want to thank Dee Stewart for her volunteer work on the desk…She keeps the front desk chair filled with willing people who answer the phones and help visitors. Thank you Dee for a job well done. You managed to keep it all together and running for us. THANK YOU! Enjoy your trips.
A new face has so graciously agreed to take over the process. Come in and meet Barbara Fitzgerald on Thursdays. She is looking forward to meeting you and hopefully finding interested people who can give a few hours of time each week to sit at the desk and answer the phone. This is a very important job and we seem to catch ourselves short of volunteers this time of year due to illness or travel. Please look into your calendar and see if you can help us. We really need you.
This month on Saturday June 13 we will be having a POTLUCK AT 1 pm. Roast pork loin, scalloped potatoes and dessert will be furnished by the center and all you will need is to bring a side dish or pay $8 for the meal. There will be an auction and a 50/50 drawing. It all moves fast but we have fun. Come on down. Be sure to get signed up at the desk.
Have a wonderful June and enjoy all the activities.
Respectfully,
Betty Milne
June 7, 2009
Seniors Computer Learning at “BASCC Multimedia and Tutorials”
Seniors’ computer learning is a priority for The Bay Area Seniors Computer Club, and it has started an online seniors’ network with user generated content. Visitors can upload their own videos and photos, browse the collection of tutorials, go to the Forum, or start their own blogs.
The nonprofit club has been offering free computer classes for seniors and free workshops since the year 2000. The internet site is yet another way to provide free seniors’ computer learning.
The Bay Area Seniors Computer Club Multimedia and Tutorials has videos that range from Google’s recent Internet Summit 2009, “The Future of the Internet” to tips for using Picasa 3, news on the upcoming Windows 7 operating system, and “What Is A Blog.” The tutorial below on Picasa 3 is an example of the tutorials on the website.
Video tutorials and other computer learning are available at the site. Visitors Welcome. Click on “Videos” in the menu across the top and browse the videos for seniors computer learning as well as the videos uploaded as features.
To visit the website click on the link below:
Bay Area Seniors Multimedia and Tutorials – Seniors Computer Learning
June 5, 2009
Birdwatchers – Enjoy This Video – “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner in the Rain”
I had to hold the camcorder in a small crack in the door to avoid scaring this wild bird away. But this cute bird enjoyed a nice birdseed dinner, sheltered from the rain by the birdfeeder roof. This movie was made with Windows Movie Maker. By Kristi Marie Gott, EasyTechOnline.com.
May 28, 2009
June 2009 Calendar
Regular Weekly Activities Include the Following.
Sat. – closed
Sun. – Church of Creative Thought, Inspirational Music and Message, Everyone Is Welcome
Mon. - Woodcarvers 9 am, Senior Yoga 10 am, Senior Bingo 1 pm
Tues. - Art 9 am, Pinochle 12:30 pm, Line-Dance 6:30 pm
Wed. - Line-Dance 4:30 pm
Thurs. - Brown Bag 9 am Hi-Cap 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, Bunco 1 pm, Line-Dance 3:30 pm, Tops 6 pm
Fri. - BINGO on Friday night, Doors Open at 4:00 pm, Dinner, then Bingo at 6 pm
May 24, 2009
81 Year Old Youtuber – Over 2 Million Visitors to Youtube Channel – Video Has Over 5,000 5-Star Ratings, Over 300,000 Views
The video below is just one of the many by Peter Zimmer, an 81 year old widower. He has been featured in international publications, such as Time Magazine. Peter shares helpful information for senior citizens and tells his life story in videos. You can visit him by clicking on the sites below:
and
Youtube Channel Geriatric1927.
Tobey Dichter, Award Winner – Speaks About Seniors “Paper Generation” Switching to Online Generation
Traditionally throughout history seniors held the keys to history and wisdom, and senior years meant passing down that information to the younger generations. With the “Online Generation” things have changed from the “paper generation.” Giving seniors the “keys” to online information by improving computer skills is a way to enhance quality of life for seniors.
Some of the benefits of computer literacy for seniors include:
* Being able to get health and insurance information online
* Being able to enjoy history websites, especially about events they remember
* Up to date news as “paper newspapers” decline
* Communicating with others by email
* Mental stimulation and challenge as learning continues
