RECREATION ACTIVITIES
for SENIORS
THINGS TO DO IN APRIL 2008
Cards & Games | Clubs & Groups
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1. F.Y.I. For Your Information
Senior Peer Counseling
Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 11:00 am.
We will have a presentation on this free service
provided by caring people, all age 55 or older to anyone in San
Luis Obispo County who is age 60 or older. These are trained
volunteers who will come to your home for one hour a week to
just be with you and support you as you work out whatever
concerns you might have. Concerns such as: Changes in your life
~ Health problems ~ Caregiver issues ~ Losses ~ Family
conflicts.
2. Adventures Unlimited
Friday, May 9, 2008
10:00 AM at the Paso Senior Center
Lee Eby was raised in Santa Cruz and has had the
privilege of living in such beautiful places like Hawaii and our
very own Central coast. When seeking time away, he has often
sought to vacation in areas that are free of tourists. Lee will
share with listeners his insider tips on what he believes the
tour books won’t tell, and reveal humorous insights on how he
learned these truths the hard way. Enjoy Lee’s personal stories
and adventures on the 2nd Friday in May.
3. Classic Movie
A
Star Is Born
Friday, May 16, 2008 at 1:00
pm.
A musical tale of a doomed Hollywood couple. Judy Garland plays
a young singer named Esther, who saves Norman Maine ( James
Mason ), a famous star, from making a fool of himself onstage.
Maine is an alcoholic whose career is on the wane but who
manages, nonetheless, to acknowledge Esther’s talent and helps
her jump-start a career in Hollywood. But as her star rises and
his declines, Maine’s misery grows. Music scores include
Garland’s well-known songs; “The Man That Got away” and “Born In
a Trunk”. The film garnered six Academy award nominations,
including Best Actress and Actor for Garland and Mason.
4. Friday Social
National Older Americans Month Celebration
Friday, May 23 at Noon.
Who can resist a free slice of delicious pie with some yummy ice
cream on the side, especially when served by one of our City’s
friendly firefighters? Join us as we celebrate National Older
American’s Month. Make a date of it by asking a friend, and
ordering lunch from our Senior Nutrition Program! To make
reservations for lunch, please call 238-4831. Meal donations are
$2.75.
5. Trips and Tours
Talbot Tours Presentation
Wednesday, May 28 at 12:15 pm.
Nancy Sloan from Talbot Tours will be giving an informational
presentation on exciting new trips and tours being offered for
2008/2009. This year, Talbot Tours is offering trips far and
near. From the beautiful Greek Isles to exploring vintage
trains, your options on a variety of trips are abundant. Start
planning your get away to a destination that suits you best!
More Senior Activities:
For Current Activities, please download the current Activity Guide!
Cards & Games
Bingo Mania
Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m.
Who can resist an afternoon of fun playing BINGO? Join us as we
play 9 games. Bingo cards are $1.25 each or 5 cards for $5.
Refreshments served. No reservations necessary.
Bunco Group
4th Thursday of the month, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
If you can roll dice, you can play this fun, social game.
Come and be a part of the game that is growing in popularity
across the United States. $2.00 per play date. Call
Bonnie, 226-0323, to join this group or add your name to the
substitute list.
Chess Club
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Chess, a game of skill, is also a miniature history of medieval
times. Each chess piece represents a cross section of the
medieval life with its many ceremonies, grandeur, and wars.
This club meets every week, all ages are welcome. Already
a chess player or want to be, call Irwin, 238-3668.
Duplicate Bridge
Thursdays, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Mondays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Called "duplicate" because the same bridge hand is played
multiple times, winners are determined by comparing your results
with others who played the same hand. All are welcome to
join us! Questions? Call Fred, 238-5062.
Mah Jongg
Tuesday’s, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Rediscover what women of the 1950's recognized as a comfortable
diversion and respite from life's everyday complexities.
Mah Jongg, the cordial game whose clacking tiles brought
countless people together around folding tables on porches and
formica tables in kitchens, resoundingly clacks once again!
It is fun, sociable, and relaxing. With patience and a few
lessons, you can master the intricacies of Mah Jongg. Call
Neeltje at 467-2536 for more information.
Pedro
1st and 3rd Tuesday, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Pedro is a trick-taking card game played with four players,
who are divided into two partnerships. You are invited to
join the fun. Refreshments will be served. For
information, call Mary, 237-1722.
Pinochle
Mondays and Thursdays, 12:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Another “trick-taking” game, Pinochle is for two or four
players and played with a 48-card deck. Each hand is
played in three phases consisting of: bidding, melds, and
tricks. Join us after lunch and play “Paso Robles
Pinochle.”
Scrabble
Tuesdays, 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Come join a world-wide community by playing Scrabble, an
intriguing and mind-tickling game played across the world.
For more information call Estella, 238-0213.
Clubs & Groups
Book Discussion Group
4th Friday of the month, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
This club is a great way to connect with fellow book enthusiasts
to discuss favorite books and authors, and discover new books.
If you love books, then join us! For more information call
Ferne, 238-3143.
Fishing-
The Central Coast Casters
3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:30 p.m.
Open to men, women, and families of all ages, the club offers
the opportunity to learn, make friends, gain experience, and
discover new fishing locations. Monthly outings and
programs will be scheduled. For more information contact
either Gary Robillard,
239-4643, or Mel Stokes,
226-7676.
Java With The Guys
Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Join “Dennis the Menace” - he’s older than dirt! To
share friendship, express opinions, and a game or 2 of gin rummy
or billiards, call Dennis at 238-5518 for more information.
Stamp Collecting
1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 9:00 a.m.
Challenge…information…friendships…and just plain fun are part
of “the World’s Most Popular Hobby” - Stamp Collecting!
This brand new club will set you on your way to becoming a fine
philatelist! For more information call Lee, 239-9767
Woodworking-
Central Coast Woodworking Association
2nd Thursday of the month, 7:00 p.m.
This group is open to anyone who enjoys working with wood.
Come and meet others, ask questions, share plans and ideas, pass
on your experience, or just sit back. For more information
call Keith, 227-0275.
Writer's Group
2nd & 4th Monday’s, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
This group is open to all writers whether you write for
pleasure or for pain; have published or not; write fiction,
non-fiction, family history or ??? We are all in it to
learn from each other. Please join us if you’re interested.
Call Mildred at 238-3299 for more information.
