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July
Senior Update
The Monthly Publication of the
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center
24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Phone: (949) 470-3062
Fax: (949) 855-6932
July 2015 Special Programs
Volume 7
Issue 7
July 2015
City of Mission Viejo Community Character Quality:
Host Town for the Special Olympics World Games
Fairness
The City of Mission Viejo is proud to
1st Thursdays Monthly 9:00 am - 2:00 pm be an official “Host Town” for the
Health Screenings
Special Olympics World Games in
Sandy Asche, RN, will take appointments
July. Lodging, transportation,
for physicals the first Thursday monthly
activities, and meals will be provided
at NPM by appointment.
to athletes by the City for three days
(Adult Public Health Nurse)
before the games in Los Angeles. If you’re interested
Thursday, 7/2
1:00 pm in volunteering or supporting an athlete with a
New DMV Touch Screen Testing
donation, please contact Barb Cassidy at
Be prepared for the new DMV testing
procedure and see how it works. Study the bcassidy@cityofmissionviejo.org or call 470-3013.
2015 DMV Driver Handbook before your
test. Registration is required.
Travel Workshop
Tuesdays, July 14 & 21
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, 7/8
10:00 am Novices and experienced travelers
Meet the Pharmacist
will learn about planning, budgeting,
and Medication Review
and organizing for trips.
Learn and bring your prescription medicaRefreshments will be provided.
tion, vitamins and supplements. Meet with
the pharmacist one-on-one to have your
Registration is required.
medications reviewed. An appointment
is required.
Wednesdays, July 8 - Aug 12
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Grand Gatherings
National Charity League plans free theme
parties for grandparents with up to 2 grandchildren. (3 -7 years old.)
July 8 – Western Day
July 15 – Circus Day
July 22 – Princesses &
Pirates Dress Up
July 29 – Hawaiian Luau
Aug 5 - Outdoor Adventures/Picnic Day
Aug-12 - Bring Your Pet Day
(Registration is required by the Wednesday
before each event.)
Natural History Workshops
Wednesday, 7/22 & 8/26
9:00 am
This series covering birding basics, butterflies and
dragonflies will include an Oso Creek Trail nature walk
led by Mike Clayton. Registration is required.
The Beautiful Mellow Cello Course #3868
Thursday, July 23
1:00 pm
Cello students of Sarah Koo will present a beautiful
classical program with solo and ensemble music.
Tiffanie Zhou will sing musical theater
and Disney selections. Refreshments
will be provided. A $3 advance
purchase ticket is required.
City of Mission Viejo Recreation and Community Services Department
A variety of activities are available for older adults offering opportunities for sociability, service and volunteer involvement. Surrounded by
beautiful Oso Viejo Park, this facility is also available for private rentals during evening and weekend hours. Consider the
Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center for your next event. Please visit to see the expanded facility and park enhancements.
Online, phone and walk-in
registration is available for all
City classes, programs and
events identified by a course
number. No refunds or credits
will be issued unless the City
has canceled the program.
Volunteer Opportunities
Check current needs at the
Information Desk
Keep Your Drivers License
DMV Handbook review
2nd Thursday monthly
1:00 pm with reservation
Senior Classes
Senior Activities
Senior Support Services
Informational brochures of
classes, activities and
services offered here are
available at the center and
on the City website.
Go Paperless!
If you’d like to receive
the “Senior Update” via
email each month, email
recreation@cityofmissionviejo.org
with “Senior Update” in the
subject line.
For copies mailed directly,
obtain subscription forms
on our website or at the
Information Desk. A 12-month
subscription is $8.Copies are
available at all City facilities
and on the City website.
Visit our website at
www.cityofmissionviejo.org
Mission Viejo Senior Citizens
Activities Committee
Join committee members on the
4th Wednesday of each month at
10:00 am. You are welcome to
attend and share your
suggestions and concerns.
Excursions Currently Available
Register online at
econnect.cityofmissionviejo.org
or call 470-3062
Pageant of the Masters
Tuesday, July 14 - Course #3859
Fee: $135 (deluxe transportation, performance & dinner)
Check-in: 4:00 pm Return: 11:30 pm
Enjoy dinner at the Tivoli Terrace Restaurant before
taking your main tier center seats for the amazing
Pageant of the Masters. Live narration and music by a
professional orchestra enhance the experience.
Entrance to the Festival of the Arts is also included.
Camarillo Ranch & Santa Maria BBQ
Thursday, July 23 - Course #3860
Fee: $99 (deluxe transportation, tour & lunch)
Check-in: 9:00 am Return: 6:30 pm
Camarillo Ranch is a beautiful 1892 Queen Anne Victorian
mansion and a registered historic landmark. Take a guided
tour and stroll through the manicured gardens. Afterwards,
partake in a delicious Santa Maria barbecue lunch. Finally, enjoy
a stop at the Camarillo Premium Outlets for some bargain hunting.
Viejas Casino and Outlet Shopping Waitlist Only
Tuesday, August 11 - Course #3861
Fee: $15 (deluxe transportation) Check-in: 8:30 am
Return: 6:00 pm
Hollywood Bowl Summer Finale
featuring Diana Krall, Gregory Porter & the
LA Philharmonic
Friday, August 28 - Course #3862
Fee: $95 (deluxe transportation & performance)
Check-in: 4:30 pm Return: 11:30 pm
Come enjoy the amazing sounds of Diana Krall, Gregory Porter, and the
Los Angeles Philharmonic. Bring your own picnic dinner.
Mission Viejo Lake Cruise and Potluck
Friday, July 17 5:00 pm
Course #3867
Bring your favorite entrée to share after an early evening
wine cruise around Lake Mission Viejo. Wine and appetizers
on board. The fee is $5 for lake members and $7 for
non-members. An advance ticket purchase is required.
Senior Dial-A-Taxi
This senior mobility program provides discounted taxi rides to eligible
residents 60 years and older. Call 470-3062 for an application and details.
For additional information regarding Senior Services, contact:
Orange County Office on Aging at (800) 510-2020 or officeonaging.ocgov.com
SPECIAL PROGRAMS (CONTINUED)
Saddleback Emeritus Classes
582-4835
(Appearing in blue, may require pre-registration,
instructor approval, and fee.)
Other fee based classes appear in red.
Friday, 7/10
1:00 pm
Summer Skin Care
Dr. Wang will discuss harmful sun
overexposure, consequences and
treatment options. Registration is required.
Fridays, July 10 - August 21
4:00 pm
20th Century World History Club
Registration is required.
Tuesday, 7/14
12:00 pm
The Casta Del Sol Chorale, under the
direction of John Huntington, will perform a
patriotic seasonal tribute. All are welcome.
Friday, 7/17
11:30 am
Hearing Loss Association
Dr. Hamid Djalilian will speak on what’s
new in the treatment of hearing loss and
tinnitus. The $5 fee includes lunch.
Reservations are required and available by
calling 855-6786.
Tuesdays 7/21 - 8/25
3:00 pm
iPad Know How
Learn what “you” want to know in this sixweek session (language, settings, Internet,
email, photos & more). Bring your iPad.
New! How the Stock Market Works
Monday, July 27 10:00 am - Noon
Learn the history of the stock market, what
its purpose is and how it works.
Fee: $15 + $5 lab fee payable to instructor
Course #3891
HOT AND COLD LUNCHES
Served Mon through Fri at 11:45 am
(2-Day Advance Reservation Requested)
470-3063
Seniors - $4.50 (suggested donation)
Under 60 years of age - $6.00
July 2
Independence Day Lunch
with music by Cowboy Jack
July 2015
Try something new!
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent) 1
8:00 am Ping Pong (Jac)
9:00 am Line Dancing (Syc B)
9:00 am Crafty Ladies (Lav)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise(Syc)
1:00 pm Voice and Rhythms (Syc A)
1:00 pm Beginning Sketching (Jun)
1:00 pm Bingo (Palo)
3:00 pm Broadway Musicals (Syc A)
Parks Make Life Better - July/August
Monday, Wednesday & Friday/8:00 am - Walk in the Park
Monday/9:00 am - Outdoor Basic Tai Chi
Tuesday/10:00 am - Croquet Competition
Wednesday/10:00 am - Playground with Grandkids & Picnics
Thursday/10:00 am - Lawn Bocce Ball
Friday/6:00 pm - Singles Evening Stroll
Lunch Menu
Grilled Sausage • Ham Sandwich
Registration is required for each activity.
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent)
6
8:00 am Ping Pong (Hib A)
8:00 am Fine Arts (Jac)
9:00 am Tai Chi (Adv) -10:30 am (Beg)(Syc)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise (Syc)
12:00 pm Beg Digital Photography (Lav)
12:30 pm Bridge Duplicate (Syc B)
12:30 pm Wizard Card Game (Palo)
12:45 pm Movie, "Leviathan” (Jac A)
1:00 pm Mah Jong (Jac B)
1:00 pm Beginning Sketching (Jun)
1:30 pm French Club (R)
3:00 pm Laughter Yoga (R)
3:00 pm Intermed Digital Photography (Lav)
Lunch Menu
Chicken Curry • Turkey Sandwich
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent)
13
8:00 am Ping Pong (Hib A)
8:00 am Fine Arts (Jac)
9:00 am Tai Chi (Adv) -10:30 am (Beg)(Syc)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise (Syc)
12:30 pm Bridge Duplicate (Syc B)
12:30 pm Wizard Card Game (Palo)
12:45 pm Movie, "Still Alice” (Jac A)
1:00 pm Mah Jong (Lan)
1:00 pm Beginning Sketching (Jun)
1:30 pm French Club (R)
3:00 pm Laughter Yoga (R)
Lunch Menu
Parmesan Chicken • Meatloaf Sandwich
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent)
20
8:00 am Ping Pong (Hib A)
8:00 am Fine Arts (Jac)
9:00 am Tai Chi (Adv) -10:30 am (Beg)(Syc)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise (Syc)
12:30 pm Bridge Duplicate (Syc B)
12:30 pm Wizard Card Game (Palo)
12:45 pm Movie, "Black or White” (Jac A)
1:00 pm Mah Jong (Jac B)
1:30 pm French Club (R)
3:00 pm Laughter Yoga (R)
Lunch Menu
Soup/Roast Beef Sandwich • Chicken Salad Sandwich
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent)
27
8:00 am Ping Pong (Hib A)
8:00 am Fine Arts (Jac)
8:00 am AARP Driver’s Safety (Lan)
9:00 am Tai Chi (Adv) -10:30 am (Beg)(Syc)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise (Syc)
12:30 pm Bridge Duplicate (Syc B)
12:30 pm Wizard Card Game (Palo)
12:45 pm Movie, "American Sniper” (Jac A)
1:00 pm Mah Jong (Lan)
1:30 pm French Club (R)
3:00 pm Laughter Yoga (R)
8:00 am
8:15 am
9:00 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
10:00 am
10:30 am
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
4:00 pm
7
Stretch Class (Jun)
Aerobic Exercise (Syc A)
Zumba (Palo)
Legal Assistance by appt (S)
Train Your Brain (Lav)
Chair Yoga (Jac A)
Chair Exercise (Syc A)
Poker (R)
Bunco (Lan)
Social Bridge (Jac A)
Yoga (Palo)
Art History (Jun)
Film as Literature (Syc A)
iPad Know How (Palo)
iPad Practice (Palo)
14
Stretch Class (Jun)
Aerobic Exercise (Syc B)
Zumba (Palo)
Train Your Brain (Lav)
Chair Yoga (Jac A)
Chair Exercise (Syc B)
Poker (R)
Bunco (Palo)
Social Bridge (Jac A)
Yoga (Syc B)
Art History (Jun)
Film as Literature (Syc A)
iPad Practice (Palo)
Lunch Menu
Glazed Ham • Seafood Salad Plate
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent) 15
8:00 am Ping Pong (Jac)
9:00 am Line Dancing (Palo)
9:00 am HICAP Counseling by Appt (S)
9:00 am Crafty Ladies (Lav)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise(Syc)
10:00 am Grand Gatherings (Syc B)
1:00 pm Voice and Rhythms (Syc A)
1:00 pm Beginning Sketching (Jun)
1:00 pm Bingo (Palo)
3:00 pm Broadway Musicals (Syc A)
Lunch Menu
Meatloaf • Egg Salad Plate
Lunch Menu
Teriyaki Meatballs • Vegetarian Plate
Zumba (Syc B)
Train Your Brain (Lav)
Chair Yoga (Jac A)
Poker (R)
Bunco (Jun )
Social Bridge (Jac A)
Travel Workshop (Jac B)
iPad Practice (Palo)
21
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent) 22
8:00 am Ping Pong (Jac)
9:00 am Benefit Enrollment (S)
9:00 am Natural History Wksp (Front Ent)
9:00 am Line Dancing (Palo)
9:00 am Crafty Ladies (Lav)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise(Syc)
10:00 am Sr Citizens Activities Comm (Lan)
10:00 am Grand Gatherings (Syc B)
1:00 pm Bingo (Palo)
iPad Know How - 3:00 pm
Lunch Menu
Beef Stroganoff • Submarine Sandwich
8:00 am
9:00 am
9:30 am
10:00 am
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
3:00 pm
4:00 pm
AARP Driver’s Safety (Lan)
Zumba (Syc B)
Train Your Brain (Lav)
Chair Yoga (Jac A)
Poker (R)
Bunco (Palo)
Social Bridge (Jac A)
iPad Know How (Palo)
iPad Practice (Palo)
Lunch Menu
Mac & Cheese • Ham Sandwich
8:00 am Ping Pong (Jac)
3
9:00 am Tai Chi (Adv.)-10:30 (Beg) (Syc B)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise (Syc)
Independence Day Lunch - 11:30 am
DMV Touchscreen - 1:00 pm
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent) 8
BBQ Chicken • Tuna Salad Plate
8:00 am Ping Pong (Jac)
8:30 am Veterans Counseling by appt (S)
8:15 am Aerobic Exercise (Syc A)
9
9:00 am Line Dancing (Palo)
10:00
am
Aloha
Ukulele
Strummers
(Jun)
9:00 am Crafty Ladies (Lav)
am Chair Exercise (Syc A)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise(Syc) 10:30
12:30 pm Hand and Foot (Jac A)
1:00 pm Voice and Rhythms (Syc A)
1:00 pm Ballrm Dance “Cha Cha” (Palo)
1:00 pm Beginning Sketching (Jun)
1:00 pm Yoga (Syc A)
1:00 pm Bingo (Palo)
1:00 pm Art History (Jun)
1:00 pm Reiki (Lav)
1:00 pm Drivers License Review (Lan)
Grand Gatherings - 10:00 am
Meet the Pharmacist - 10:00 am
Summer Vocal Concert - 12:00 pm
Travel Workshop - 1:00 pm
9:00 am
9:30 am
10:00 am
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
4:00 pm
8:15 am Aerobic Exercise (Syc A)
2
9:00 am OC Public Health Nurse (R)
10:00 am Aloha Ukulele Strummers (Jun)
10:30 am Chair Exercise (Syc A)
12:30 pm Hand and Foot (Jac A)
1:00 pm Ballrm Dance “Cha Cha” (Syc B)
1:00 pm Yoga (Syc A)
1:00 pm Art History (Jun)
FRIDAY
NO LUNCH PROGRAM TODAY
Lunch Menu
Lunch Menu
Soup/Tuna Sandwich • Chicken Salad Sandwich
8:00 am
8:15 am
9:00 am
9:30 am
10:00 am
10:30 am
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
4:00 pm
THURSDAY
Lunch Menu
Roasted Chicken • Egg Salad Sandwich
28
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent) 29
8:00 am Ping Pong (Hib)
9:00 am Line Dancing (Palo)
9:00 am Crafty Ladies (Lav)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise(Syc)
10:00 am Grand Gatherings (Syc B)
1:00 pm Bingo (Palo)
Lunch Menu
Soup/Ham Sandwich • Caesar Salad
8:00 am
8:00 am
9:00 am
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
4:00 pm
8:15 am
10:00 am
10:30 am
10:00 am
12:30 pm
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
Walk in the Park (Front Ent)
10
Ping Pong (Hib)
Tai Chi (Adv.)-10:30 (Beg) (Syc)
Current Events (Lav)
Bingo (Palo)
20th Century World History (Jun)
Summer Skin Care - 1:00 pm
Lunch Menu
Tuna Casserole • Turkey Sandwich
Lunch Menu
Soup/Turkey Sandwich • Caesar Salad
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent)
17
Aerobic Exercise (Syc A)
16 8:00 am Ping Pong (Hib)
Aloha Ukulele Strummers (Jun)
9:00 am Tai Chi (Adv.)-10:30 (Beg) (Syc)
Chair Exercise (Syc A)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise (Syc)
Commodities (Outside)
11:00 am HICAP (S)
Hand and Foot (Jac A)
12:30 pm Current Events (Lav)
Diabetes Support Group (Jac B)
1:00 pm Bingo (Palo)
Ballrm Dance “Cha Cha” (Palo)
4:00 pm 20th Century World History (Jac A)
Yoga (Syc B)
Art History (Jun)
Legal Assistance (Lav)
MV Lake Cruise - 5:00 pm
Eye Care - 12:30 pm
Lunch Menu
Cheeseburger • Tuna Salad Plate
Lunch Menu
Fish Filet • Roast Beef Sandwich
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent)
24
8:00 am Ping Pong (Hib)
9:00 am Tai Chi (Adv.)-10:30 (Beg) (Syc B)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise (Syc)
12:30 pm Current Events (Lav)
1:00 pm Bingo (Palo)
4:00 pm 20th Century World History (Jun)
10:00 am Aloha Uke Strummers (Jun) 23
12:30 pm Hand and Foot (Jac A)
1:00 pm Ballrm Dance “Cha Cha” (Palo)
Beautiful Mellow Cello - 1:00 pm
Lunch Menu
Baked Ziti • Turkey Sandwich
Lunch Menu
Hot Dog • Ham Salad Sandwich
SUPPORT SERVICES
Call for information:
Caregivers……………......…. 470-3062
Case Management…..….….. 470-8456
Diabetes……………......……. 470-3062
Hearing Loss Association…... 855-6786
Vision Impaired…..…… (714) 821-5000
See Italicized Calendar Listings
Blood Pressure Check
Wednesdays
10:00 am - Noon
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Creekside Terrace…….…..……...C
Creekside Overlook….....……...CO
Hibiscus……..……....…......Hib A/B
Jacaranda……….…..…..….Jac A/B
Juniper…...…..….…...…….…. Jun
Lantana ……...…...………...…...Lan
Lavender……...…...……………..Lav
Oso Lounge….……...…………...Oso
Palo Verde…....…...…..………..Palo
Rose……….....….…….…………..R
Sycamore….…....….……….Syc A/B
Senior Services Office……...……S
Village Green….…….……..…....VG
10:00 am Aloha Uke Strummers (Jun) 30
12:30 pm Hand and Foot (Jun)
1:00 pm Ballrm Dance “Cha Cha” (Syc A)
8:00 am Walk in the Park (Front Ent)
31
8:00 am Ping Pong (Hib)
9:00 am Tai Chi (Adv.)-10:30 (Beg) (Syc B)
9:30 am / 11:00 am Arthritis Exercise (Syc)
12:30 pm Current Events (Lav)
1:00 pm Bingo (Palo)
4:00 pm 20th Century World History (Lan)
Lunch Menu
Swiss Steak • Tuna Salad Plate
Lunch Menu
BBQ Pork Riblet • Turkey Sandwich
How the Stock Market Works - 10:00 am
Lunch Menu
Honey Mustard Chicken • Cottage Cheese Salad
Ballroom Dance Class
Thursdays at 1:00 pm $5
Senior Program Hours • Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm