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New & Now
- The Senior Center will be closing at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24 and remain closed until Friday, Jan. 2, 2026. The Senior Nutrition Program will be serving lunch from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Dec. 26, 29 and 30.
- Special Events this month include: Cocoa with a Cop, MVLA Adult School Winter Concert, our Annual Holiday Gala, and Chanukah Celebration. Details below.
- This month's workshops include: Let's Talk Recycling, VTA Coffee with the Community, and Discover Vinyasa Flow: A Gentle Introduction.
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 The Senior Center will be closed from Dec. 24 at 1 p.m. through Jan. 1. Lunch will not be served on Dec. 24. The Senior Nutrition Program will serve lunch from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Dec. 26, 29, and 30. Normal business hours will resume on Friday, Jan. 2. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!
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Indoor Dining
The Community Services Agency’s Senior Nutrition Program offers dine-in meals in the Social Hall of the Mountain View Senior Center. Doors open at 10:30 a.m., sign-in starts at 11 a.m., and lunch is served from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The Social Hall closes at 1 p.m. A $5 donation is suggested for permanent residents 60+ of Santa Clara County.
Lunch service is first come, first served and availability is not guaranteed.
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Join us for our special Holiday Lunch on Friday, Dec. 19! In-person reservations open at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 15 in the Social Hall. Each person may reserve up to two seats. Reservations cannot be made by phone or email. To sit with friends on the day of the Holiday Lunch, please sign in together, as seats cannot be saved. |
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Please sign up for workshops in advance by sending an email to senior.center@mountainview.gov, calling the Front Desk at 650-903-6330 or stopping by in person. This will allow us to contact you if there is a program change. All workshops will be help in the Social Hall unless stated otherwise. |
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Let's Talk Recycling
Thursday, Dec. 4 at 1 p.m.
Recycling and composting are great ways to reduce your individual impact on the environment, but it can be confusing! Join the City of Mountain View’s Solid Waste Team for a fun and interactive session to discover ways you can help reduce waste in your daily life, test your sorting skills with a materials-sorting game, and explore helpful resources. 55+ welcome.
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VTA Coffee with the Community
Thursday, Dec. 11 at 1 p.m.
Join us for a casual and friendly gathering where you can share your thoughts, ask questions, and connect with our ACCESS Paratransit team. Enjoy light refreshments and help shape better transit and paratransit services. 55+ welcome.
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Discover Vinyasa Flow: A Gentle Introduction
Thursday, Dec. 18 at 1 p.m.
Dance & Movement Room
Curious about yoga but not sure where to start? This friendly workshop will introduce you to Vinyasa Flow—an easy-to-follow style that links simple movements with your breath. We’ll explore the benefits of yoga, walk through basic poses step-by-step. No experience or special flexibility required—just bring yourself and a willingness to try something new! Prior registration required due to limited space available. 55+ welcome.
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 Cocoa with a Cop
Wednesday, Dec. 3
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Join the Mountain View Police Department for cocoa, casual conversation, and games! Warm up with a cup of hot cocoa and enjoy a great opportunity to ask questions, share feedback, and get to know the officers who serve our community. There’s no formal agenda or presentation, just cocoa, conversation, and connection. Feeling competitive? Challenge an officer to a friendly game of pool or ping pong! We look forward to seeing you there! 55+ welcome.
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MVLA Adult School Winter Concert
Wednesday, Dec. 3
3 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season at the MVLA Adult School Orchestra Winter Concert featuring festive music! 55+ welcome.
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 Holiday Gala
Wednesday, Dec. 10
4 - 6 p.m.
Dress to impress and celebrate this cheerful season at our Holiday Gala! Join us for an evening filled with dancing and festive cheer, with a DJ and light refreshments. 55+ welcome.
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Chanukah Celebration
Wednesday, Dec. 17
10 - 11 a.m.
Join us for a gathering of joy and community as we celebrate for the Festival of Lights! Enjoy holiday crafts and activities, spinning the dreidel, classic Chanukah songs and inspiration, delicious treats and refreshments, and a Menorah lighting demonstration. Celebration led by the Chabad Jewish Center of Mountain View. 55+ welcome.
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Movies are shown on Tuesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m. and on Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Join us for a screening in Multipurpose Room B.
Please note: Seating is limited to 36, and spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. When available, captions are provided.
Also, remember to dress warmly or bring a lap blanket, as the room tends to be on the cooler side.
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Little Women
Dec. 2, 3 & 5
In the 19th century Massachusetts, the March sisters-Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy—on the threshold of womanhood, go through many ups and downs in life and endeavor to make important decisions about their futures.
Genre: Romance/ Drama/ Coming-of-Age
Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh
Rated: PG
Running Time: 2 Hours 15 Minutes
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Wonka
Dec. 9, 10 & 12
With dreams of opening a shop in a city renowned for its chocolate, a young and poor Willy Wonka discovers that the industry is run by a cartel of greedy chocolatiers.
Genre: Musical/ Comedy/ Family
Starring: Timothee Chalamet, Gustave Die, Murray McArthur
Rated: PG
Running Time: 1 Hours 56 Minutes
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Frankenstein
Dec. 16, 17 & 19
Dr. Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist, brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation.
Genre: Dark Fantasy/ Drama
Starring: Oscar Isaac, Jacon Elordi, Christoph Waltz
Rated: R
Running Time: 2 Hours 29 Minutes
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Red One
Dec. 23, 1 p.m.
Dec. 24, 10 a.m.
When a villain kidnaps Santa Claus from the North Pole, an E.L.F (Extremely Large and Formidable) operative joins forces with the world’s most accomplished tracker to find him and save Christmas.
Genre: Fantasy/Holiday/Comedy
Starring: Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lacy Liu
Rated: PG-13
Running Time: 2 Hours 3 Minutes
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 Construction Impact: January 5 - February 20, 2026
Parking at the Senior Center will be limited during this period. The Senior Nutrition Program will temporarily relocate to the Community Center (201 S. Rengstorff Ave.). Please consider carpooling, allowing extra time, or using alternate transportation.
All classes and clubs will be paused or temporarily moved to the Community Center, except MVLA ESL classes, which will remain at the Senior Center. Temporary locations for volunteer-led programs will be listed in the Winter Class Guide released in mid-December. The Technology Room, Game Room, and Exercise Room will remain open for drop-in use.
Thank you for your patience during this time.
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Pre-registration for Social Services is required and space is limited. Sign up in advance by calling the Front Desk at 650-903-6330 or stopping by in person. |
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Free blood pressure screenings are offered by a volunteer registered nurse on Friday, Dec. 12 from 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Multipurpose Room A. No registration required.
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Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) appointments are available at the Senior Center on Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. A volunteer counselor can assist with your health care options and rights. Pre-registration required, and space is limited.
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Senior Adult Legal Assistance (SALA) offers free legal services at the Senior Center on the first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. for Santa Clara County residents aged 60 or older. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
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Free Grocery pick-up is the first through fourth Tuesday of each month, 8:30 - 10 a.m. Pre-registration is required. For more information, visit the Front Desk or stop by during program hours. Operated by the Second Harvest Food Bank.
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Having trouble with your iPad or iPhone? Schedule a 30 minute appointment with a volunteer, available Thursdays from 1 - 3 p.m. in the Counseling Room, to get your questions answered. Pre-registration is required.
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A welcome tour of the Senior Center is held on the third Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. in the Lobby. During the tour, Staff will provide an overview of classes, upcoming events, social services, and more.
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The Senior Advisory Committee (SAC) meets on the third Wednesday of the month in March, June, Sept., and Dec. at 4:15 p.m. in the Meeting Room of the Mountain View Senior Center.
Upcoming Meeting: December 17.
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Variety is the spice of life! Join us on the second Tuesday of the month in the Lobby between 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Bring a puzzle(s) and swap with ours at no charge. No prior registration needed.
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The Book Club meets the second Thursday of the month from 2 – 3 p.m. in the Meeting Room.
December's book selection is "The Women" by Kristin Hannah. January's book choice is "Black Angels"by Maria Similos.
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Looking for something new to watch or read? Visit the Front Desk to check out a DVD from our collection of 850+ titles—yours to enjoy for up to one week. Books are also available in the Front Lobby for purchase of 25 cents each, with a variety of genres to choose from. Stop by and see what new entertainment you can discover! |
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MVLA Adult Chorus performing at the annual Holiday Bazaar!
Photo by MVG
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