Active Adult 55+ Classes
ACTIVE ADULT CONTACTS & CLASS LOCATIONS COMMUNITY CENTER 125 E. Commonwealth Ave., 480-782-2727 Shaun Bishop, 480-782-2730 | shaun.bishop@chandleraz.gov SENIOR CENTER 202 E. Boston St., 480-782-2720 Nancy Jackson, 480-782-2722 | nancy.jackson@chandleraz.gov Eliza Haws, 480-782-2741 | eliza.haws@chandleraz.gov SNEDIGAR RECREATION CENTER 4500 S. Basha Rd. (East of Alma School Rd., South of Ocotillo Rd.) Susan Richardson, 480-782-2641 | susan.richardson@chandleraz.gov TUMBLEWEED RECREATION CENTER 745 E. Germann Rd., 480-782-2900 Jackie Garrett, 480-782-2907 | jackie.garrett@chandleraz.gov

Arts and Culture

All class fees are paid during the registration process. All instructor and supply fees must be paid to your instructor at the first class. DIGITAL CAMERA CLASS Picasa3 class is designed for the beginner and includes basic photography, saving, editing, uploading, downloading, and deleting photos. General information on camera care, features, and using the owner’s manual will be presented. The following items are required for class: computer skills, digital camera, cable, and owner’s manual. Instructor: M. Johnson & L. Holmes Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $15 Location: Senior Center, Computer Lab Resident fee: $28 Non-resident fee: $38 418SC.154 Th 9/4-9/25 1-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ 419SC.124 M 10/20-11/10 1-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ EMAIL/INTERNET Do you want to “send email” and “surf the internet”? This is the class for you! Search topics of interest on the World Wide Web and organize information by using bookmarks and favorites. Learn how to set-up email accounts; make travel reservations; online shopping and create a personal address/contact book. Understand sending, receiving, replying, forwarding, and attachments. Instructor: M. Johnson & L. Holmes Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $15 Location: Senior Center, Computer Lab Resident fee: $28 Non-resident fee: $38 412SC.124 M 9/8-9/29 9:30-11:30 a.m. 55 yrs+ 413SC.154 Th 10/9-10/30 1-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ iPAD EXPERIENCE Bring your iPad, jot down your Apple ID and password and bring it to class! Gain basic knowledge of the iPad including how to identify device buttons and icons, learn email, photos, videos and download/delete apps. Expand your iPad understanding by acquiring helpful and numerous tips. Instructor: M. Johnson & L. Holmes Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $15 Location: Senior Center, Computer Lab Resident fee: $22 Non-resident fee: $30 420SC.124 M 9/8-9/22 1-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ 421SC.124 M 10/20-11/3 9:30-11:30 a.m. 55 yrs+ iPHONE WORKSHOP Learn the great things your iPhone can do for you! Students must have their Apple ID and password at the beginning of class. Learn about adding contacts, texting, emails, internet, maps, conference calls, blocking/ deleting calls, sending calls to voicemail, photos, video use, and placing calls on hold, to name a few! Instructor: M. Johnson & L. Holmes Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $15 Location: Senior Center, Computer Lab Resident fee: $16 Non-resident fee: $22 422SC.124 M 9/29-10/6 1-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ 423SC.124 M 11/10-11/17 9:30-11:30 a.m. 55 yrs+ WINDOWS 8 ESSENTIALS TRAINING If you are new to Windows 8 and it seems a bit confusing, let us help you sort through the basics to help you understand your new computer. Prerequisite: Bring your laptop computer power cord. Learn how to use and enjoy Windows 8 in a calm, hands-on classroom environment. Instructor: M. Johnson & L. Holmes Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $15 Location: Senior Center, Computer Lab Resident fee: $9 Non-resident fee: $13 418SC.143 M 11/17 1-3 p.m. 55 yrs+

ART ON PORCELAIN Celebrate an artist’s connection with images of nature. You will learn stepby step, hands-on instructions. Each piece will be painted and fired in a kiln. We will paint functional pieces you will take home to use and enjoy. Instructor: Patricia Ritter Instructor fee: $40 Supply fee: $60 Location: Community Center, Ceramics Room Resident fee: $11 Non-resident fee: $15 451SC.164 F 9/5-9/26 9:30-11:30 a.m. 55 yrs+ 452SC.164 F 10/3-10/24 9:30-11:30 a.m. 55 yrs+ 453SC.164 F 10/31-11/21 9:30-11:30 a.m. 55 yrs+ BEGINNING WATER COLOR PAINTING Learn to paint in watercolor! It is easy once you learn how. Learn everything from how to use the paint to composition & color. Students must bring their own supplies. Supply list available at the Senior Center. Instructor: DeeAnn Benson Location: Senior Center, Quilting Room Resident fee: $63 Non-resident fee: $86 403SC.134 Tu 9/30-11/25* 9:30 a.m.-noon 55 yrs+ 404SC.144 W 10/1-11/19 9:30 a.m.-noon 55 yrs+
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Active Adult 55+ Classes

BEGINNER BRIDGE Want to learn how to play bridge? Chandler Senior Center is the place to do it! Come start from the beginning and learn alongside other newbies! There are opportunities to continue to practice with our bridge groups afterwards for free! Instructor: Neil Bales Location: Senior Center, Lounge Resident fee: $34 Non-resident fee: $46 405SC.154 Th 10/2-10/30 1:30-3:30 p.m. 18 yrs+

Computers

COMPUTER BASIC – I This class is for beginners, using Windows7 and Microsoft Word 2010. Instructions will include terminology; mouse movements, creating and editing letters/documents. You will also learn to insert graphics along with printing, copying, cutting and pasting. Instructor: M. Johnson & L. Holmes Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $15 Location: Senior Center, Computer Lab Resident fee: $41 Non-resident fee: $56 414SC.134 W 9/3-10/8 9:30-11:30 a.m. 55 yrs+ 415SC.134 W 10/15-11/19 9:30-11:30 a.m. 55 yrs+ COMPUTER INTERMEDIATE – II This class is designed for students with Basic I computer skills. Windows7-Microsoft Word 2010 will be used to create documents and apply graphics. Learn how to customize your computer; change font style/size, set margins, print, apply bullets/numbering and create file folders. Also learn to organize tables and prepare envelopes and labels. Instructor: M. Johnson & L. Holmes Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $15 Location: Senior Center, Computer Lab Resident fee: $41 Non-resident fee: $56 416SC.134 W 9/3-10/8 1-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ 417SC.134 W 10/15-11/19 1-3 p.m. 55 yrs+

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Continuing Education
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM Traffic rules, driving conditions, and roads themselves have changed over the years. AARP offers a defensive driving course that will help make you a safer driver. You may be eligible for an insurance discount upon completing the course! Make checks payable to AARP and turn them in at the Chandler Senior Center. Instructor: AARP Location: Community Center AARP member fee: $15 Non-AARP member fee: $20 442SC.154 Th 9/18 1-5 p.m. 18 yrs+ 443SC.154 Th 10/16 1-5 p.m. 18 yrs+ 444SC.154 Th 11/20 1-5 p.m. 18 yrs+ TAI CHI CH’UAN – NEW BEGINNERS If you want to learn and practice an exercise that does not require any special clothing or equipment, that can be done anywhere, and that will also improve your stamina and strength, then Tai Chi may be for you! This ancient exercise is a gentle way to improve balance, flexibility, bone strength and concentration. Tai Chi is a form of exercise based upon martial arts, and has no age limits due to the calmness of the movements. Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing, and flat bottom shoes. Instructor: Carol Haynes Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $3 Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $37 Non-resident fee: $50 425SC.124 M 9/8-11/17 2:45-3:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ TAI CHI CH’UAN – INTERMEDIATE Already been through the beginning class and want to advance? Review what you learned in the beginner class and then take it to the next level in this intermediate class! Instructor: Carol Haynes Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $40 Non-resident fee: $54 426SC.124 M/W 9/8-10/15 1:30-2:30 p.m. 55 yrs+ 427SC.124 M/W 10/20-11/26 1:30-2:30 p.m. 55 yrs+ TAI CHI CH’UAN – ADVANCED Learn additional techniques to strengthen your body and discipline your mind. Tai Chi is “an exercise for all, meditation for some, and a martial art for a few”. Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing, and flat bottom shoes. Instructor: Carol Haynes Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $37 Non-resident fee: $50 428SC.144 W 9/10-11/19 2:45-3:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ ZUMBA® GOLD This class is specifically designed to take the exciting Latin and international dance rhythms created in the original ZUMBA® program and bring them to the active adult and special populations. It is exhilarating, easy and effective as well as great for the mind, body and soul! Instructor: Cat Sullivan Instructor fee: $16 Supply fee: $0 Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $4 Non-resident fee: $6 429SC.124 M 9/1-9/22 3:45-4:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ 430SC.124 M 9/29-10/20 3:45-4:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ 431SC.124 M 10/27-11/17 3:45-4:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ ZUMBA® GOLD – TONING Get some exercise and have fun while dancing to Latin-infused music. Whether you are an experienced dancer or just looking to move around, this class guarantees to be lots of fun! No dance experience necessary. Instructor: Cat Sullivan Instructor fee: $16 Supply fee: $0 Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $4 Non-resident fee: $6 432SC.144 W 9/3-9/24 3:45-4:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ 433SC.144 W 10/1-10/22 3:45-4:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ 434SC.144 W 10/29-11/19 3:45-4:45 p.m. 55 yrs+

Cooking

INTRO TO VEGETARIAN COOKING FOR ADULTS NEW! Learn the basics of preparing meals with a pressure cooker in this new, introductory level class. Learn to prepare easy, gluten-free, vegetarian meals. Save time and energy! Fresh and organic ingredients will be used to create simple and delicious dishes. Class will conclude with samples to taste and recipes to take home. Instructor: Lalitha Krishnan Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $10 Location: Environmental Education Center Resident fee: $9 Non-resident fee: $13 320EE.174 Sa 11/22 10 a.m.-noon 18 yrs+

Dance

BEGINNER LINE DANCE TUTORING This class is the place to start if you have never line danced before and need a little extra help. In this small group setting, you will learn the very beginning steps and rhythms used in current line dancing. This class may be taken alone or concurrently with the High Beginner class. The supply fee includes a practice CD and step sheets to help you practice at home. Instructor: Ann Bixel Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $9 Non-resident fee: $13 409SC.154 Th 9/4-9/25 1:15-1:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ 410SC.154 Th 10/2-10/23 1:15-1:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ 411SC.154 Th 10/30-11/20 1:15-1:45 p.m. 55 yrs+ LINE DANCING – HIGH BEGINNER It’s fun! It’s exercise for body and mind! It’s social! If you have done a little dancing this is the class for you. We will learn new dances and steps together. Some turns are involved. Instructor: Ann Bixel Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $16 Non-resident fee: $22 406SC.154 Th 9/4-9/25 2-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ 407SC.154 Th 10/2-10/23 2-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ 408SC.154 Th 10/30-11/20 2-3 p.m. 55 yrs+ TANGO FOR BEGINNERS Tango is a romantic, stylish and fun dance to learn! We start with the basics and go to the patterns that will make you a star on the floor. You do not need a partner as we switch partners. Singles and couples are welcome. Come join us! Instructor: Forever Tango Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $59 Non-resident fee: $80 402SC.124 M 9/8-11/24 6:30-8 p.m. 55 yrs+

Active Adult 55+ Classes

Language

Fitness

SPANISH I – BEGINNER You know you want to do this! It’s all here, waiting for you: vocabulary, introductory grammar, and the opportunity to practice what you learn. Instructor: Juliette Spence Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $5 Location: Senior Center Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $41 Non-resident fee: $56 445SC.154 Th 9/4-10/23 1-2:30 p.m. 55 yrs+ PASSPORT SPANISH You’re not looking to master the language, just know a little for that upcoming trip to (fill in with any Spanish-speaking country). Go ahead and pack; you’ll be ready. Instructor: Juliette Spence Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $5 Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $41 Non-resident fee: $56 446SC.154 Th 9/4-10/23 2:45-4:15 p.m. 55 yrs+

SENIOR BOOT CAMP It’s called boot camp but it’s fun! Come work on balance, cardio, toning, and flexibility and have a blast while you do it! Instructor: Cat Sullivan Instructor fee: $16 Supply fee: $0 Location: Community Center Resident fee: $4 Non-resident fee: $6 435SC.124 M 9/1-9/22 10-11 a.m. 55 yrs+ 436SC.124 M 9/29-10/20 10-11 a.m. 55 yrs+ 437SC.124 M 10/27-11/17 10-11 a.m. 55 yrs+

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Memoirs
A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES Leave a legacy to your family! This step-by-step book guides you in writing your personal history. We will discuss several of the questionnaire topics and the informational pages. By using a binder format, you will see how easy it is to preserve your families’ memories and create something that is virtually priceless. Instructor: Lisa Gershkowitz Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $25 Location: Senior Center, Computer Lab Resident fee: $3 Non-resident fee: $5 447SC.144 W 9/3 Noon-1:30 p.m. 55 yrs+ 448SC.144 W 10/1 Noon-1:30 p.m. 55 yrs+ 449SC.144 W 11/5 Noon-1:30 p.m. 55 yrs+

Grandparent's Day
“Celebrating the Magic between Generations”
AT THE CHANDLER SENIOR CENTER 202 E . Boston St .

SEPTEMBER 6, 2014 • 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
See page 33 for more details .

Writing

Yoga & Meditation

FAMILY HISTORY WRITING WORKSHOP Using creative nonfiction techniques, write short vignettes to share with your children, grandchildren, and friends. Develop anecdotes that include humorous, sentimental, and cultural aspects of family life. Beginners and advanced writers are welcome. Instructor: Marilyn Janson Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $8 Location: Community Center Resident fee: $28 Non-resident fee: $38 438SC.124 M 9/8-9/29 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 18 yrs+ 439SC.124 M 10/13-11/3 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 18 yrs+ SONNET WORKSHOP A sonnet is considered by most people in the know to be the caviar of poetry. In this workshop, you will learn the ins and outs of poetry and the rules for writing a sonnet. You will be encouraged to write a sonnet yourself. No prior formal training in poetry is required. Instructor: Jim Clayton Instructor fee: $0 Supply fee: $5 Location: Senior Center, Multipurpose Room Resident fee: $16 Non-resident fee: $22 450SC.154 Th 10/16-10/30 3:30-5 p.m. 55 yrs+

YOGA AND MEDITATION Learn exercises to relax tension from your mind and body. Learn to use these meditation techniques to gradually develop a special quality of mind and emotion. Yoga and meditation will help you to obtain optimal health. Bring an exercise mat and towel. Instructor: Sudesh Abrol Location: Senior Center, Lounge Resident fee: $28 Non-resident fee: $38 441SC.154 Th 9/4-10/23 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 18 yrs+

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Ongoing Activities for Active Adults at the Senior Center!
ARTS & CRAFTS
EUCHRE: Thursdays at Noon. HAND & FOOT CARDS: Tuesday and Wednesday from 1-4 p.m., Monday 1-3 p.m. MAHJONG: Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES: Thursday and Friday at 1 p.m. PINOCHLE: Tuesday and Wednesday at Noon. SCRABBLE: Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. CRAFTS: Free craft classes; all supplies provided. Every Thursday at 9 a.m. CROCHET & CANVAS STITCHING: Join us for crochet and plastic canvas stitching projects. Every Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. CERAMICS: Join us for ceramic painting. Buy objects to paint and bring the items with you to the class. Every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. QUILTING: Every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:30 a.m. ARTHRITIS EXERCISES: This low-impact 30 minutes of exercise is a winner for everyone. Drop in and give it a try. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. MEDICAL SCREENINGS: St. Luke's Hospital sponsors blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol checks the first Thursday of every month from 9-11 a.m. in the dining room for 25 cents per day. Monday through Friday, 8:30-10 a.m. OUT TO THE MOVIES: Join your friends and go out to the movies. Transportation is provided to and from the center to the theater. Cost is $2 for admission. Go out once a month on the first Tuesday afternoon. OUT TO LUNCH BUNCH: Join other seniors as we try out new restaurants on the last Wednesday of every month at 11 a.m. Call for the name of the restaurant each month. BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: Please sign up at the front desk to celebrate your birthday. A special table is reserved at lunch for our birthday guests on the last Friday of each month at 11:30 a.m.

COMPUTER

SOCIAL FUN

CARDS & GAMES

BINGO: Bring a friend or make some new ones while enjoying some fun, laughter and great prizes! Cost is 50 cents per card and there is no limit on the number of cards you can buy. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:15-1:15 p.m. BRIDGE: Monday and Friday from Noon-4 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from 9-11 a.m., and Wednesday 12:30 p.m. BUNCO: Monday, Wednesday and Fridays at 10 a.m. PITCH/CRIBBAGE: Thursdays at Noon.

COMPUTER LAB: The Senior Center has a computer lab with 15 computers. You must be 55 or older to use the computer lab. The lab is not available during scheduled class times.

BOWLING: Every Thursday at 1 p.m. at Kyrene Lanes, 6225 W. Chandler Blvd. Cost: $6, which includes shoe rental and three games. KOFFEE KLATCH: Get the morning off to a good start with friends! Fresh coffee, hot tea and hot chocolate are served

HEALTH & SAFETY

AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM (55 Alive): Innovative, classroom driver retrainer program to help people age 50 and older improve their driving skills. Class fee is $15 resident/$20 non-resident. Classes are held on the third Thursday of each month from 1-5 p.m. Contact the front desk at 480-782-2720 for a registration form.

No registration is required for the ongoing activities at the Senior Center.

The Chandler Senior Center is located at For details call 480-782-2720 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/senior-adults.

202 E. Boston St.

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