Programs

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

FIRST THURSDAY MEDITATION - MONTHLY
No prior meditation experience is necessary. Each session will include a guided meditation, a silent meditation and an exploration of issues and challenges that may arise in developing one's own practice.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: First Thursday of every month
Times: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Mary Jo Heyen, Meditation and Dreamwork Practitioner

BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC- MONTHLY
Drop in and get your blood pressure checked by a registered nurse from Estes Park Medical Center

Location: Community Center - Senior Services
Dates: Third Monday of each month
Times: 12:30 - 1 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: none; drop-in

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES FOR ALZHEIMER'S
This program is for anyone who is caring for a person with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. It will teach caregivers to decode verbal and behavioral communication, and participants will leave with strategies for meaningful connections with people in early, middle, and late stage dementia.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: F 6/1
Times: 1- 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Katie Fahrenbruch, M.Ed., Regional Director, Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado

COMPLAINTS ABOUT MEMORY? NEW EVALUATION AND TREATMENT OPTIONS
“Why did I come into this room?” “You know…the whatchamacallit.” If you have ever had one of these experiences, you are not alone. However, it can be difficult to know the difference between what is “normal” as one ages and what might be an early warning sign of an underlying problem. Although it can be daunting, early detection is important so that appropriate interventions can be implemented, and you and your family can plan for the future. Dr. Joy DeJong Lago, Neuropsychologist with UCHealth, will present this program and will include information about advances in treatment.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: Tu 6/12
Times: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Joy DeJong Lago, PhD, ABPP-CN, Neuropsychologist with UCHealth

MEDICARE COUNSELING Need help with Medicare?
One-on-one sessions with a certified Colorado State Health Insurance Assistance Program counselor. Appointment required.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: 6/27, 7/25, 8/22, 9/26, 10/24, 11/14
Times: 9:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (45-minute sessions)
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: Open until filled; phone or in person registration required
Instructor: David James, UCHealth Aspen Club

FIRST FRIDAY CULTIVATING WELL-BEING
Join us the first Friday of each month to explore evidence/ experience-based approaches that can assist us with developing and cultivating well-being in our daily lives. There is extensive research that supports happiness and well-being that can emerge out of facing our anger, depression, and grief. “Blue zones” that contain centenarians who live happy and fulfilling lives, and healthy communities have now been studied for decades, providing guidance to lead us toward healthier cultural, psychological, and physiological lifestyle choices throughout our entire lives. Come with an open mind and a willingness to listen and share.

Location: Community Center Cassroom
Dates: First Friday of the month beginning 7/6
Times: 10 -11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: James F. Kettering, M.A., Ed.D. of Leaders Network International

MEDICARE 101
Are you turning 65 or new to Medicare? Confused? Have questions? Join your peers for this informative class that offers an overview of Medicare benefits, supplemental insurance, Medicare Advantage Plans, prescription drug plans, preventive services, how Medicare works with employer health insurance, and more.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: Tu 7/10
Times: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Kim Ferro, Aspen Club Community Health Coordinator

PELVIC FLOOR: RESTORING CONTINENCE AND CONFIDENCE
Leak when you walk or cough? Struggle to make it to the bathroom or can’t control the urge to go to the bathroom? Many women and men experience urinary or fecal incontinence; this is not a normal part of aging, and physical therapy can help. Physical Therapist Sharon Petty will present conservative management ideas for incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, as well as bowel management.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: Tu 8/14
Times: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Sharon Petty PT, DPT, OCS

OFFICE ON AGEING RESOURCES AND SERVICES FOR OLDER ADULTS
Join Linda Rumney, Lead Program Coordinator with Larimer Country Department of Human Services, as she provides an overview of the Larimer County Office on Aging (LCOA). The program will explain who they are, what services they provide, and why and when to call them. Linda will focus on two of LOCA’s programs: Options Counseling and Caregiver Consults. In addition, she will cover specific programs and services that are available in Estes Park.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: W 9/5
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Presented by: Linda Rumney, Larimer County Office on Aging

THE BASICS: MEMORY LOSS, DEMENTIA, AND ALZHEIMER'S
Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. If someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it’s time to learn the facts. This program provides information on detection, possible causes, risk factors, stages or the disease, treatment, and more!

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: W 9/5
Times: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Katie Fahrenbruch, M.Ed., Regional Director, Alzheimer’s Association of Colorado

NINE WARNING SIGNS NOT TO IGNORE
The presentation will describe 9 signs and symptoms that warrant a clinical evaluation. The list includes chest pain, shortness of breath, and dizziness. These along with 6 others will be discussed for you to become knowledgeable about when to call 911 and when to contact your general practitioner.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: Tu 9/18
Times: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Ted Beckman, Division Chief/ Manager of Poudre Valley Health Emergency Medical Services

LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS / DIABETES
UCHealth will sponsor two six-week series geared towards anyone suffering from chronic conditions or diabetes. In both classes, participants will recieve guidance, education and support to make positive changes in nutrition, medication management, physical activity, symptom management and improve mental health. The Chronic Conditions class will focus discussion on hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, previous heart attack and autoimmune diseases (MS, lupus).

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: W 9/19 -10/24 (Chronic Conditions);
W 10/31-12/12 (Diabetes Series; no class on 11/21)
Times: 1:30 - 4 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: 9/12 (Chronic Conditions); 10/24 (Diabetes)
Instructor: Cindy Ballinghoff, R.N., B.S.N., Estes Park Medical Center, and Katie Plassmeyer, R.N., N.P.-C, Timberline Medical Clinic

MEDICARE UPDATES 2019
October 15 through December 7 is the time to review and make changes to your Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) and Medicare Advantage Plan. This presentation will prepare you by providing an overview of changes to plans and to Medicare in general.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: Tu 10/16
Times: 1- 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Kim Ferro, Aspen Club Community Health Coordinator

PRESCRIPTION DRUG PLAN (PDP) COUNSELING Need Help with Medicare?
30-minute one-on-one sessions with a certified Colorado State Health Insurance Assistance Program counselor. Stop by senior services at the community center for a prescription drug plan worksheet prior to your appointment.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Th 10/25 and 11/15
Time: 9:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (30-minute sessions)
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: Open until filled; phone or in person registration required
Contact/Instructor: UCHealth Aspen Club

LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP - MEETS QUARTELY
If you are experiencing low vision and need a little extra support or guidance, this group is for you. Disabled Resource Services will host a quarterly meeting to discuss low vision related topics and help you stay up to date on blindness-related news and research. They can also help you access assistive devices like magnifiers, closed circuit televisions, task lights, talking watches and more.

Location: Community Cener Classroom
Dates: Tu 8/14 and 12/11
Times: 1 - 2 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Disabled Resource Services of Loveland and Fort Collins

LIFELONG LEARNING

SUPREME COURT DISCUSSION - WEEKLY
Utilizing recent and upcoming cases for relevant context, this discussion group will examine both broad and specific constitutional issues. Participants are encouraged to follow current Supreme Court decisions and commentary in the news media and bring articles and questions to class.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Tu (weekly)
Times: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Eric Waples

THE GREAT COURSES—LIFELONG HEALTH: ACHIEVING OPTIMUM WELL-BEING AT ANY AGE
DVD lectures presented by Professor Anthony A. Goodman on health, wellness and aging.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: F 3/2 - 6/29
Times: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; drop-in

HOW ART MADE THE MODERN WORLD - HOW HUMANS MADE ART AND ART MADE US HUMAN
Join us for this fascinating three-week video series created and presented by BBC Video. The great modern mystery is spectacularly unraveled in this international landmark series, an epic quest across five continents and 100,000 years to the heart of human creativity.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: M 7/9, 7/16, and 7/23
Time: 10 - 11:15 a.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Contact/Instructor: Lois Sumey, Group Facilitator

COOKING CLASSES FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T COOK
This four-week class series will teach seniors and active adults how to cook easy, but still healthy, foods in a hurry using minimal equipment, ingredients, and prep time. Each week you'll learn a new formula that's easily adaptable to your tastes and the ingredients you have on hand--perfect for people who hate recipies!

Location: Community Center Kitchen
Dates: M 8/6 - 8/27
Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Fee: Free; registration required
Registration deadline: M 7/30 (min/max 9/15)
Presented by: Chazz Glaze, Community Health Educator

THE GREAT COURSES - MASTERWORKS OF AMERICAN ART
DVD lectures presented by Professor William Koss, an independent art historian with the Smithsonian Institution. This 12-week course will explore the remarkable history of American art from its origins in the colonial past until shortly before the First World War.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: M 9/10 - 11/26
Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Contact/Instructor: Lois Sumey, Group Facilitator

BEST OF THE BARD
Shakespeare offers insight into the human condition through some of the finest writing in the English language. In this five-week introductory class we will examine excerpts from his plays and sonnets with the dual goals of better understanding his genius and our own lives. No prior experience with Shakespeare is necessary.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Th 5/17—6/21 (no class 5/31)
Times: 9:30—11 a.m.
Fee: $48 (texts included)
Registration deadline: 5/10; min/max: 8/12

FITNESS

ZUMBA GOLD (Begins 7/9/18) GROUP FITNESS-INCLUSION
Class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance, and creating a happy start to your day!

Location: Community Center Lower Fitness Room
Dates: M (weekly) Begins 7/9/18 NEW!
Times: 10:15 - 11 a.m.
Fee: Included with community center membership or daily admission
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Patricia G.

GET FIT, STAY FIT (Begins June 3) GROUP FITNESS-INCLUSION
This class is designed for active seniors who want to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and (all important) balance for daily living and activities. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles or balls are offered for resistance. Both standing and seated movements and exercises will be used in this no-impact class. The exercise room will be set to meet the needs of folks who are able to move freely without balance support as well as those needing a bit of balance support (in the form of a chair.)

Location: Community Center Lower Fitness Room
Dates: M, Tu, W (weekly)
Times: 11:45 - 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Included with community center membership or daily admission
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Libby R.

GENTLE YOGA NEW! (Begins June 3) GROUP FITNESS-INCLUSION
Improve your strength, flexibility, and mobility through standing or seated yoga poses specially adapted for seniors (55 and older) at any level of health and fitness. Chairs and props are provided to keep everyone safe and supported. No need to bring a yoga mat

Location: Community Center Upper Fitness Room
Dates: T (weekly)
Times: 9 - 9:50 a.m.
Fee: Included with community center membership or daily admission
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Jackie N, Shambhava Yoga (RYT 200), Kundalini Yoga, Yin Yoga

TAI CHI - GROUP FITNESS-INCLUSION
Tai chi is an ancient Chinese art consisting of relaxed, slow movements that serve to release tension in the body and enhance posture, balance and strength.

Location: Community Center Upper Fitness Room
Dates: W (weekly)
Times: 9:30 - 10:20 a.m.
Fee: Included with community center membership or daily admission
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Kristina N, Certified Tai Chi, Chi Qi Gong Instructor

SENIOR YOGA - GROUP FITNESS-INCLUSION
Designed for seniors and older adults, Senior Yoga leads you through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation help promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Location: Community Center Upper Fitness Room
Dates: Th (weekly)
Times: 10 - 10:50 a.m.
Fee: Included with community center membership or daily admission
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: David P, Yoga Fit Certified Instructor

N’BALANCE - SPECIALTY FITNESS
Eight-week, evidenced-based, falls-prevention program funded by the Larimer County Office on Aging. Participants must be age 60 or older and live in Larimer County. Class size is limited to ten.

Location: Community Center Lower Fitness Room
Dates: Tu, Th 9/11 - 11/1
Times: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: Registration opens 8/20 and is open until filled. A short, mandatory balance evaluation is required before class starts. Please call senior services at 970-586-8191 to schedule a time to meet in person with an N'Balance Instructor before being registered for class.
Instructor: Kelly C and Beth H, Certified N’Balance Instructors

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS AND FALLS PREVENTION (LEVEL 1) - SPECIALTY FITNESS
This 6-week class is easy, enjoyable and ideal for beginners, with or without arthritis. Participants will learn slow, smooth, continuous movements that strengthen internal muscles and loosen joints and ligaments while calming the mind.

Location: Community Center Upper Fitness Room
Dates: F 9/7 - 10/12 (session 1); 10/19 - 11/30 (session 2) no class 11/23
Times: TBD
Fee: TBD
Registration deadline: 9/7 (session 1); 10/19 (session 2)
Instructor: Mike C., P.T., Certified Tai Chi Instructor

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS AND FALLS PREVENTION (LEVEL 2) - SPECIALTY FITNESS
This 6-week class is easy, enjoyable and ideal for beginners, with or without arthritis. Participants will build on skills learned in the prerequisite class, Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention (Level 1).

Location: Community Center Lower Fitness Room
Dates: F 9/7- 10/12 (session 1); 10/19- 11/30 (session 2) no class 11/23
Times: TBD
Fee: TBD
Registration deadline: 9/7 (session 1); 10/19 (session 2)
Instructor: Mike C, P.T., Certified Tai Chi Instructor

ADULT 1 TAP DANCE - SPECIALTY FITNESS
Learn the basics of Broadway tap dance along with a choreographed dance number by the end of this eight-week session. Designed for beginning adults who want to improve their tap dance skills and exercise with joy.

Location: Community Center Upper Fitness Room
Dates: F 6/22 - 8/17 (summer session)
Times: 12 - 1 p.m.
Fee: $64
Registration deadline: 6/22
Instructor: Laurie W, Professional Dancer and Choreographer

ADULT 2 TAP DANCE - SPECIALTY FITNESS
Learn intermediate levels of Broadway tap to improve dance technique and performance skills along with one to two choreographed dance numbers by the end of this eight-week session. Designed for adults with a dance background, who already know how to do a time step and who would like to perform for our community events (performing is optional).

Age:16 and older
Location: Community Center Upper Fitness Room
Dates: F 6/22 - 8/17 (summer session)
Times: 1:15 - 2:15 p.m.
Fee: $64
Registration deadline: 6/22
Instructor: Laurie W, Professional Dancer and Choreographer

INTRO TO LINE DANCING - SPECIALTY FITNESS
If you’ve never danced before, but always wanted to try, come and enjoy learning how to line dance with us. Step-by-step instruction to popular line dances like the “Electric Slide”, “Boot Skootin’ Boogie”, “Footloose” and many more. No experience or partner needed. Learn the latest dances and be the star of the next party, cookout or wedding reception.

Age: 16 and older
Location: Community Center Lower Fitness Room
Dates: Su (weekly)
Times: 1 - 1:50 p.m.
Fee: $5 per class; $7 for this class and Line Dance Party taken on same day
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Jan T.

LINE DANCE PARTY - SPECIALTY FITNESS
An hour of back-to-back line dances. Classes are fun, energetic, and a great way to shed pounds, socialize, and make new friends. No partner required. If you have previous experience with the dance, that’s great. If you don’t, you can either follow along and learn as you go, or take a break until your favorite begins. Move to the music of today’s country, your favorite oldies, disco and more. Let’s get down and boogie!

Age: 16 and older
Location: Community Center Lower Fitness Room
Dates: Su (weekly)
Times: 2 - 2:50 p.m.
Fee: $5 per class; $7 for this class and Intro to Line Dancing taken on same day
Registration deadline: None; drop-in
Instructor: Jan T.

SAFETY

AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE
The AARP Driver Safety program is designed to help drivers live more independently as they age and remain safe on today’s roads. The one-day course covers defensive driving skills as well as practical techniques for adjusting to the normal changes in vision, hearing and reaction time associated with aging.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Th 6/28, 8/23, 10/25
Times: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (one hour lunch break, lunch is not included)
Fee: $15 AARP members; $20 non-members
(checks only, payable day of class)
Registration deadline: 6/21; 8/16; 10/18
Instructor: Catie Davis

TECHNOLOGY AND SCAMS: STAYING SAFE ON THE INTERNET
With increased use of the internet, email, and smartphones, there are now more ways than ever for scammers to contact their victims. This presentation will equip you with information on recognizing scams on the internet, social media, and email and provide you with ways of avoiding unwanted contact from scammers.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Tu 10/9
Times: 1 - 2 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Mark Fetterhoff, Senior Program Specialist, AARP

HOME FIRE SAFETY
Join Estes Valley’s Fire Marshal to learn about a variety of home fire safety topics including: cooking and kitchen safety, home heating, fire escape planning, smoke alarms, emergency information sheets, and home fire safety checklists.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: M 10/15
Times: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: John Jerome, Fire Marshal, Estes Valley Fire District

DAY TRIPS

Day Trip Policy Info

COLORADO ROCKIES VS. NEW YORK METS AT COORS FIELD
There’s nothing better than a day at the ball field, especially when you don’t have to think about driving to Denver or parking! Trip fee includes a reserved seat ticket on the third base line, round-trip transportation, and parking. Average activity level.

Location: Coors Field in Denver
Dates: Th 6/21
Times: 10:30 a.m. - approximately 6:30 p.m.; van departs at 10:30 a.m. from EVCC
Fee: $40
Registration deadline: Th 6/7

COLORADO ROCKIES VS. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS AT COORS FIELD
There’s nothing better than a day at the ball field, especially when you don’t have to think about driving to Denver or parking! Trip fee includes a reserved seat ticket on the third base line, round-trip transportation, and parking. Average activity level.

Location: Coors Field in Denver
Dates: Th 7/12
Times: 10:30 a.m. - approximately 6:30 p.m.; van departs at 10:30 a.m. from EVCC
Fee: $40
Registration deadline: Th 6/28

COLORADO ROCKIES VS. PITTSBURGH PIRATES AT COORS FIELD
There’s nothing better than a day at the ball field, especially when you don’t have to think about driving to Denver or parking! Trip fee includes a reserved seat ticket on the third base line, round-trip transportation, and parking. Average activity level.

Location: Coors Field in Denver
Dates: W 8/8
Times: 10:30 a.m. - approximately 6:30 p.m.; van departs at 10:30 a.m. from EVCC
Fee: $40
Registration deadline: W 7/25

BLACK HAWK AND CENTRAL CITY
Spend the day with friends at one of your favorite casinos, or enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the historic communities of Black Hawk or Central City. Have lunch on your own at one of the many delicious buffets!

Location: Black Hawk and Central City
Dates: M 8/27
Times: 9 a.m. - approximately 6 p.m.; van departs at 9 a.m. from EVCC
Fee: $25
Registration deadline: M 8/13

COLORADO ROCKIES VS. WASHINGTON NATIONALS AT COORS FIELD
There’s nothing better than a day at the ball field, especially when you don’t have to think about driving to Denver or parking! Trip fee includes a reserved seat ticket on the third base line, round-trip transportation, and parking. Average activity level.

Location: Coors Field in Denver
Dates: Su 9/30
Times: 10:30 a.m. - approximately 6:30 p.m.; van departs at 10:30 a.m. from EVCC
Fee: $40
Registration deadline: F 9/14

GEORGETOWN LOOP TRAIN RIDE
Experience the thrill of traveling in a First Class Parlor Car on an old-time locomotive as it winds up Clear Creek Canyon between Georgetown and Silver Plume. Completed in 1884 and considered an engineering marvel, this spectacular stretch of three-foot narrow gauge railroad passes by the remains of several gold and silver mines and features incredible views of the Rocky Mountains. Prior to the train ride, enjoy lunch at The Happy Cooker in historic downtown Georgetown. Trip fee includes round-trip transportation and first-class parlor train car ride.

Location: Georgetown
Dates: W 10/10
Times: 9 a.m. - approximately 4:30 p.m.; van departs at 9 a.m. from EVCC
Fee: $62
Registration deadline: W 9/26

A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL AT BOULDER DINNER THEATER
Ralphie Parker wants only one thing for Christmas: an official Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-shot Range Model Air Rifle. A Christmas Story: The Musical, is the hilarious account of Ralphie’s desperate quest to ensure that this most perfect of gifts ends up under his Christmas tree. Directed on Broadway by Tony Award®-winner John Rando and choreographed by Warren Carlyle, this musical is based on the classic 1983 movie, which itself was based on stories by legendary radio humorist Jean Shepherd. Trip fee includes round-trip transportation, show ticket, full dinner, tax, and tip. Minimum activity level.

Location: Boulder Dinner Theater
Dates: Su 11/11
Times: 10:45 a.m. – approximately 5:15 p.m.; van departs at 10:45 a.m. from EVCC
Fee: $60
Registration deadline: F 10/12

QUEEN'S CHRISTMAS TEA AT CASTLE MARNE
The Queen’s Tea features a four-course menu including freshly brewed tea selections, soups, salads, sandwiches, salads and quiche, plus specialty desserts, scones, and tea treats. Everything is made fresh daily at the Castle. Before the tea, you’ll also enjoy a tour of the historic 1889 Castle mansion, which has been lovingly restored to its original splendor.

Location: Castle Marne in Denver
Dates: Th 12/13
Times: 11 a.m. to approximately 5 p.m.; van departs at 11 a.m. from EVCC
Fee: $72
Registration deadline: Th 11/29

STEP INTO YOUR CREATIVE SPACE

PALETTE PALS OPEN ART STUDIO - WEEKLY
Bring your own materials and projects. Get inspired by others.

Location: Classroom
Dates: M (weekly)
Times: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Fee: Free; Drop in

FEATHERED FRIEND: A COPPER EMBOSSED BOOKMARK
In this half-day beginner metal embossing class, students will learn to use a variety of basic tools to emboss a copper feather bookmark, measuring approximately 3 x 4 inches. The copper feather will be mounted on a bookmark made of unique hand painted paste papers. Most tools and supplies will be provided by the instructor. A short supply list will be emailed to registered students prior to class.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Th 6/14
Times: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $45 (includes most materials)
Registration deadline: Th 6/7
Instructor: Libby Rehm, BFA

COLORADO TRAVEL JOURNAL
Class participants will complete an embossed metal plaquette to decorate a hardcover, spiral-bound sketchbook. Participants will learn a variety of mold and stencil techniques as well as texturing, decorative touches, folding, and gluing. This is a perfect traveling companion for vacation adventures. The journal contains 80 sheets of acid-free, 65lb. art paper suitable for sketching/writing. A short supply list will be emailed to registered students prior to class.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: S 7/14
Times: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $60
Registration deadline: F 7/6
Instructor: Libby Rehm, BFA

BOUNTIFUL BOOKMARKS: PRESSED COLORADO NATIVE LEAF BOOKMARKS
Colorful, native aspen and wild rose leaves will be mounted on hand-painted, custom papers, making them perfect vacation mementos, gifts, or present tags. Class participants will make and decorate 2-3 bookmarks in this half-day class. No experience is required. Most tools and supplies will be provided by the instructor. A short supply list will be emailed to registered students prior to class.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Th 8/9
Times: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $45 (includes most materials)
Registration deadline: Th 8/2
Instructor: Libby Rehm, BFA

COLORADO GOLD: ASPEN LEAF GREETING CARDS
No experience is required to make these delightful, frameable greeting cards. Nothing says “Colorado” better than native, golden Aspen leaves. Students will make and decorate 2 cards in this half-day class. Most tools and supplies provided by the instructor. A short supply list will be emailed to registered students prior to class.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Th    9/6
   S 10/20
Times: 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $45 (includes most materials)
Registration deadline: Th    8/30 (for September class)
   F 10/12 (for October class)
Instructor: Libby Rehm, BFA

NATURAL DREAMWORK: EXPLORING THE MEANING AND INTENTIONS OF OUR DREAMS
Do you wake from your dreams and wonder, "What was that all about?" Do you sense that your dreams have a deeper, unexplored meaning? Do you feel curious and perhaps a little fear about what you'll discover? As unique as our fingerprints or DNA, our dreams change and grow as we do.

Location: Community Center Classroom
Dates: Tu 9/11
Times: 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; registration required
Instructor: Mary Jo Heyen, Natural Dreamwork Practitioner

SPECIAL EVENTS

PARENTING THE SECOND-TIME AROUND HAS IT'S CHALLENGES! GRANDPARENT SUPPORT GROUP
Are you raising grandchildren, or providing primary care for grandchildren? If so, please join us for coffee, snacks and conversation. We will discuss challenges, needs, resource connections, and support. Parenting the "second time around" comes with a number of unique challenges that often go unsupported in our greater community. Join EVICS (Estes Valley Investment in Childhood Success) for a discussion hosted by EVRPD Senior Services Division. Guest visitor Gail Engle, who has facilitated a "Grand-Families Support Group" in Fort Collins for a number of years, will be available to share her experience and explain how and why her support group got started. If there is interest, the group will discuss forming a similar group here in Estes Park. Grandparents of children of all ages are welcome to attend. Childcare will be available for children ages 1 - 8 at the Community Center's Cubz Den ($4 for one child, $1 for each additional child). RSVP is encouraged. Please contact EVICS: 970-586-3055 or office@evics.org.

Location: Adams room/ A
Dates: Tu 6/26
Times: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free
Registration deadline: None; RSVP is encouraged

FLU SHOT CLINIC- SAVE THE DATE!

Location: Community Center Chiquita/ Room C
Dates: F 9/21
Times: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Fee: TBD

LUNCHES UPDATE STARTING IN JUNE
Senior Services will contunue to offer a warm and friendly atmosphere for seniors to enjoy lunch each Wednesday at the Estes Valley Community Center. The fresh and healthy lunches will be catered by Jubilations Catering and includes a beverage, hot main dish, salad and dessert.

On Thursday, March 8, EVRPD launched the pilot of its Senior Lunch Program. To date, 708 seniors have been served with an average of 65 seniors attending each lunch. Meals are catered by Jubilations Catering and include a salad, hot main dish, and dessert. Thanks to a generous grant from SupplyWorks, patrons have been paying only $5 per lunch (the actual cost of the meal is $15). Due to the overwhelmingly positive response, EVRPD will extend the pilot program through June with a few modifications. The extension will allow EVRPD and its Senior Advisory Committee additional time to identify ways to make the lunch financially sustainable. The current lunch model requires a weekly subsidy of approximately $700. The planned modifications will reduce the subsidy to $400 per week.

Beginning on June 6, the following changes to the program will take place:

• Lunches will be moved to Wednesdays at 12:00 noon.
• The fee will increase to $7 per person; $15 per person for those under 55
• Pre-payment is required at the time of sign up.
• There will be a 50-person limit for each lunch.
• Lunch reservations will open the Friday prior to each Wednesday lunch.

The subsidy for June has been funded by an anonymous donor. If you are interested in contributing to the Senior Lunch Program, EVRPD has launched the Estes Valley Recreation and Park Foundation, a 501c3 entity that can receive donations in any amount. For more information, to register, or to cancel your reservation, stop by the lower level or call 970-586-8191 x 101.

SOCIAL EVENTS

WEEKLY TUESDAY SOCIAL HOUR
Drop in for fresh baked goods and coffee or hot tea. Chat with old friends and make some new ones.

Location: Community Center Bighorn/ Room B
Dates: Tu (weekly)
Times: 10 - 11 a.m.
Fee: Free; drop in

MAHJONG - WEEKLY
Mahjong is a popular, four-player, tile-based game that originated in China. Come play this game of skill, strategy, calculation and chance.

Location: Community Center Gameroom
Dates: M and F (weekly)
Times: 12:30 - 4 p.m.
Fee: Free; drop in

ROCKY ROLLERS WII BOWLING - WEEKLY
Wii bowling attracts the feeling and effects of being in a real bowling alley. It allows players to mimic all the critical motions of real-life bowling by using simple motion controls — bowling the ball is as easy as flicking your wrist. Players can adjust the speed of their throws by swinging the remote faster, and can add spin to the ball by twisting their wrist as they throw. Players can even create a Mii in their own liking to use while playing. It is easy to lean and play.

Location: Community Center Gameroom
Dates: M (weekly)
Times: 10 a.m.
Fee: Free; drop in
Instructor: LoAnne Forschmeidt

BRIDGE LESSONS - WEEKLY
Want to play bridge but don't know how, drop in for lessons.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: Th (weekly)
Times: 11:15 a.m.
Fee: Free
Instructor: Llyod Parker

COMMUNITY BRIDGE - WEEKLY
Bridge is a partnership game requiring four players. Each player sits opposite his partner at a card table. Bridge is played with a standard deck of 52 playing cards. Single players welcomed. Partners are paired for you. To play, call Lloyd Parker at 970-581-3505.

Location: Community Center Chiquita/Room C
Dates: Th (weekly)
Times: 12:30 - 4 p.m.
Fee: Free
Instructor: Llyod Parker

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