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September Senior Center eNewsletter
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Caregiver Support Group
Tuesday, September 19, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Caregiving is tough and you do not have to do it
alone. Join other friend and family caregivers to
learn about resources, share experiences, and enjoy a social outlet. Lead by the Caregiver Network of Sourcewise, a Santa Clara County resource agency for seniors, the group is for caregivers of adults 60 and older or someone of any age with a dementia type disease (Huntington’s, early onset Alzheimer’s traumatic brain injury, etc.).
To schedule an individual appointment, call the front desk at (408) 777-3150.
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New
Tech Troubleshooting
Wednesday, September 6 2 to 4 p.m.
Received one-on-one technology help on any technology devices such as laptops, smartphones, tablets, and more. Session are 30 minutes long and are first-come, first serve.
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Wednesday, September 27
10 to 11 a.m.
Stream over 100 live broadcasts a year plus
thousands of recordings featuring international
concerts, operas, ballets, documentaries, master classes, educational films, and artist profiles. Includes performance synopses, cast information, composer details, and more.
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Build a Healthy Plate
Wednesday, September 27
11 a.m. to noon
What does a healthy plate look like? Learn how
to use MyPlate to build healthy meals. This class
covers how to make healthy choices within each of the food groups. Participants will also learn
about food assistance programs that can help
families obtain additional food.
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50+ Golf Tournament
Monday, September 25
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tee off a great day with a morning of golf followed by a no-host awards lunch at a location to be determined.
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Lunch with Friends
Wednesday, September 27
11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Take a break from preparing a meal. Join Lunch with Friends and enjoy good food with good company.
September lunch is meatloaf and mashed potatoes.
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Mid-Autumn Performance Celebration
Wednesday, October 4
1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with live dance performances and singing. Performances include Chinese folk dance, sword dance, and more.
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50+ Sandlot Geezers vs. Staff
Fall Softball Game
Thursday, October 5
10 a.m.
Softball Field in Memorial Park
Come watch and cheer on your 50+ Sandlot Geezers as they take on Parks and Recreation Staff at the softball field in Memorial Park. Game will begin at 10 a.m. Attendees may watch from the softball field area behind the dugout.
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Bingo
Join the Bingo Committee and help Friday
afternoons. Support is needed in general social
operations such as selling cards, passing out
snacks, and more.
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Class Instructors
Become a volunteer instructor to share your skill set and engage others of similar interest.
We are seeking instructors for Tai chi, Qi Gong,
US History, Mandarin, Japanese, meditation,
bridge, chess, PC, and more.
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Hidden Treasures
Sorting Help Needed: August 28 to
October 23
Volunteers are needed to support this annual
fundraising event. Senior Center membership is
required to volunteer.
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Interested in volunteering or helping out with the activities above?
Contact Amanda at amandah@cupertino.org or call (408) 777-3374. You must be onboarded as a volunteer before helping with volunteer programs.
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Rummikub
Mondays
noon to 4 p.m.
Join in on this tile game that has elements of rummy and mah jongg. All levels of play are welcome. Board games and tiles are provided.
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50+ Bocce Ball
Wednesdays, Now to October 25
9 a.m.
Blackberry Farm
Enjoy the outdoors at Blackberry Farm alongside the Stevens Creek Trail while teaming up with fellow members playing bocce ball. First time players welcome, instructions are available.
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September Classes
Every month the Cupertino Senior Center offers a variety of fun classes from Line Dance to Knitting.
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 Limited Spots Available!
Off to the Races! Day at Golden Gate Fields
Saturday, September 30
9:45 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Enjoy a full day of thrilling, heart pounding thoroughbred horse racing. Join us for an exciting day to test your luck, cheer on your favorites, and celebrate the end of an iconic era of horse racing in the Bay Area.
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 The Great Dickens Christmas Fair and Victorian Holiday Party!
Saturday, December 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Experience holiday magic as we travel to Olde London for a splendid celebration filled with revelry, carolers, music, dancing, seven stages of performances, tantalizing food, and inviting shops filled with unique handmade Christmas gifts. Indulge in scrumptious treats for your no-host meal, including delicious pastries and meat pies, bangers and mash, roast beef and Yorkshire pudding, mesmerizing roast chestnuts and cinnamon almonds, fine cakes, and teatime treats.
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 The Cupertino Senior Center will be closed Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. The center will reopen on Tuesday, September 5.
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 The Cupertino Senior Center will host its annual 50+ Golf Tournament, followed by a no-host awards lunch on Monday, September 25.
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