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July Senior Center eNewsletter
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Photo Offloading Workshop
Wednesday, July 10
10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how to take your photos off your phone and onto your computer, laptop, or cloud drive.
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Crime Prevention and Home Fire Safety
Tuesday, July 30
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Protect yourself against fraud and theft. Join Santa Clara County Fire and Sheriff to discuss person safety and home security protection methods.
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Freegal Workshop
Wednesday, July 31
10 to 11 a.m.
Learn about Freegal, a downloadable music service which provides access to the catalog of artists in Sony Music Entertainment including artist from the Independent Online Distribution Alliance.
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AARP 8 Hour Smart Driving Course
July 31 and August 2
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
A full 8-hour class, split into two 4-hour sessions. Course does require a fee.
For more information and to register, call Ina Checkman at (408) 257-6940.
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Lunch with Friends – Meatloaf
Wednesday, July 31
11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Join us for lunch! Pre-registration is required, please state vegetarian preference when registering. Member fee $10, senior guests add $5 day pass.
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Monthly Movie – Wonka
Wednesday, July 31
1:30 to 4 p.m.
This month we will be watching the wondrous story of how the world's greatest inventor, magician, and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today.
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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, ESL, PC, and more.
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Kitchen Crew
Are you the chef in the kitchen or enjoy cooking? Join a fun group and help prepare and cook delicious meals for our monthly lunches and special events.
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Front Desk
Volunteer
The Front Desk Volunteer Position is the “Window to the Senior Center.” Here, guests get their first impression of the Center. They answer phones and provide information regarding the Center. This is a people-oriented job with detailed task assignments.
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Volunteer Orientation
July 1 at 10 a.m.
July 15 at 1:30 p.m.
Learn more about volunteer opportunities at the Cupertino Senior Center by attending a volunteer orientation meeting.
Contact the front desk at (408) 777-3150 for more information.
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Interested in volunteering or helping out with the activities above?
Contact Amanda at amandah@cupertino.gov or call (408) 777-3374. You must be onboarded as a volunteer before helping with volunteer programs.
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Let’s Talk Technology
Every Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m.
New topics are garnered and prepared weekly for discussion. Topics range from recent technological advancements or how to do something on a device. Discussion is geared towards the interest of those who attend each session.
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Techie Teen Assistance
Every Wednesday and Friday from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Drop by to receive tech support from one of the City's tech-savvy teen volunteers. Assistance is on a first come, first serve basis.
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July Classes
Every month, the Cupertino Senior Center offers a variety of fun classes, from Line Dance to Knitting.
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 Venturing in Historic Morgan Hill and the Pumpkin Patch
Wednesday, October 2
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Morgan Hill is a hidden treasure full of rich history and agriculture. Walk back-in-time at the Villa Mira Monte property with a docent led tour and learn significant events in Morgan Hill and United States. Following a no-host lunch, venture through Spina Farms to enjoy a hayride and look for your favorite pumpkin to take home in their pumpkin patch.
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 Wonderful Watsonville
Wednesday, October 30
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Soak up the refreshing country atmosphere in this beautiful Pajaro Valley town as you have a filled day to celebrate the fall season. Taste through a variety of ciders at the award winner S. Martinelli and Company factory, take a behind the scenes look at glass art at Anniglass, and finish your day in the orchards of Gizdich Ranch with a fresh slice of pie.
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Discover Danville and “The Spirit of the Old West” at Blackhawk
Thursday, November 7
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Visit the renowned Blackhawk museum, a Smithsonian affiliate, a be guided in a private docent-led tour of the “Spirit of the Old West” gallery and learn about living in the American West. Following the tour, you will be able to visit the other exhibits on your own featuring “Into China”, “Arts of Africa” and the popular “Classic Car Collection.” After your no-host lunch you will see the Village Theatre and Art Gallery in the historic downtown area of Danville.
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 Grace Cathedral and Ghirardelli Square
Thursday, November 14
8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Experience the wonder of Grace Cathedral on a private tour of this Gothic cathedral famed for its architecture, labyrinths, art, and more. Enjoy an included lunch at the Hard Rock Café at Pier 39 and save room for dessert with the afternoon at Ghirardelli Square to delight in chocolate and other treats.
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Closed for Fourth of July |
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October and November Trip Registration for members |
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October and November Trip Registration for
non-members |
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Closed for Maintenance |
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