City of Longmont GO Catalog Winter 2010

Volume 2011 No.
The
GO
A Quarterly Catalog of Programs & Resources for Adults 55+ in Longmont
Senior Center is Closed:

Dec. 24 – Christmas
Dec. 31 – New Year’s
Winter Quarter Registration:
December 2010,
January & February 2011
Class and Special Events Registration

Begins: November 15, at the front desk
Jan. 17 – Martin Luther King Day of the Senior Center or over the phone
Feb. 21 – Presidents Day with a credit card or online at
www.ci.longmont.co.us
Trip Registration: November 20, 10:00
a.m. - Noon. If you miss trip registration, Informaćion en Español pg. R8.
you may register for trips in the following
weeks from 8 - 5 p.m. at the front desk or
over the phone with a credit card.
Written and published by the Division of Senior Services, City of Longmont.

910 Longs Peak Avenue Longmont, CO 80501
Phone: 303 651 8411 | Fax: 303 651 8413 | www.ci.longmont.co.us/sen_ctr/index.htm
General Information
Senior Services is a Division of the
Senior Services Staff City’s Community Services Department
Michele Waite, Manager

michele.waite@ci.longmont.co.us
303-651-8415
Theresa Schulte, Recreation Supervisor

theresa.schulte@ci.longmont.co.us
303-651-8578 Our Mission
To build and foster opportunities which promote
Kari Grotting, Program Leader/Volunteer Coord. dignity, wellness, independence, enjoyment,
kari.grotting@ci.longmont.co.us community, and a sense of purpose for older adults.
303-651-8495
Ruth Waukau, Senior’s Resources Coordinator Our Vision Statement

ruth.waukau@ci.longmont.co.us Longmont - a community in which we all age well.
303-651-8414
Veronica Garcia, Senior Resource Specialist Senior Citizens Advisory Board

veronica.garcia@ci.longmont.co.us Julie Burrows Rose Garcia
303-651-8716 Mori Glidewell Marietta Gonzales
Miguel Medina Sue Heinritz
Saryna Mitchell, Admin. Asst., Registrar
saryna.mitchell@ci.longmont.co.us Arlene Poplewko Fay Reynolds
303-651-8442 Alex Sammoury (City Council Liaison)
This City Council-appointed board meets the first
Bill Micholosky, Building Maintenance
Wednesday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to
303-651-8411
noon at the Longmont Senior Center. Guests are
always welcome.
William Ledesma, Building Maintenance
303-651-8411 For information, call Michele at 303-651-8415.
Table of Contents
AARP Driver Safety Class ................................................ 17 Ongoing Clubs/Groups ................................................ 5
Computer Learning ....................................................... 15 Policies & Registration Information ........................ 4
Drop-in Activities ........................................................... 5 Senior Center Information ......................................... 47
Exercise ............................................................................... 32 Special Events ................................................................. 10
Friends of the Longmont Senior Center .................. 2 Sports & Outdoor Activities ..................................... 35
Get Acquainted ............................................................... 1 Telephone Resource Page ......................................... R7
Health/Wellness .............................................................. 30 Trips ..................................................................................... 37
Lifelong Learning .......................................................... 14 Volunteer Opportunities .............................................. 4
General Information i
Gift Certificates
Gift certificates are available at the Senior Center.
What a great way to show someone you are
thinking of them! Tell your family about these as a
gift suggestion. They are available in any amount
and can be used for a class, trip, or special event of
PrestigePLUS is Longmont United Hospital’s
Senior Wellness Membership Program open
your choice. Call Saryna at 303-651-8442.
to ages 55 and better, located at the Longmont
Senior Center. Annual membership dues are
$20.00 individual and $30.00 couples. Your Scholarships
membership will bring a variety of benefits, The Friends of the Longmont Senior Center, Inc.
including discounts. You do NOT need to join
have set aside funds to assist older persons in
PrestigePLUS to utilize our services.
participating in various activities. An individual
may use up to $100 a year towards Senior
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday Services activities of his or her choice beginning
9:00 a.m. - noon and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. January 2011. Persons with a total annual
Closed: Fridays income (from all sources) of $20,000 or less for
Telephone: 303-651-5080
a single person and $30,000 or less for a couple
www.luhcares.org
can qualify for scholarships. Call Saryna at the
front office or call 303-651-8442.
Get Acquainted
Join us Dec 2 or Feb 3 at 9:00 a.m.
Get acquainted with others who are new to the
Senior Center, new to the area, or interested in
making some
new connections
with others.
InvitesYoutoLunch!
Join us to learn
about various
opportunities,
Monday - Friday, 11:30 a.m. - noon
possibilities and
resources.
Great meals are available weekdays
Facilitated by
at the Senior Center. Senior Services
Longmont Meals on Wheels prepares nutritious
staff members.
meals served in our Park View Café.
Please RSVP to
Call 303-772-0540 303-651-8411.
for information on menus and meal costs.
www.longmontmeals.org
i General Information
From the Friends

PO Box 313, Longmont, CO 80502 | www.friendslongmont.org
Who are these Friends” of the Longmont up to our deeper identity and dignity as human
Senior Center? We are a board of 12 volunteers beings. The key spiritual secret of any happier
of a non-profit organization. Our mission and healthier life is the deeper kindness that
is to raise funds for the enhancement of the can be captured by helping others. This is what
services and activities at the Senior Center. compassion is all about.
This support is in addition to the budgeted
Through donations, the Friends can ensure that
monies provided by the City of Longmont.
quality programs and services are available
Since 1981, the Friends have donated over
to Longmont’s older adults and their families.
$565,000 to support the Longmont Senior
Donations may be mailed to the Friends of
Center. Some of the areas supported are
the Longmont Senior Center, Inc., P.O. Box 313,
facility and program enhancements, cultural
Longmont, CO 80502-0313 or they may be left at
programs, scholarships, and unbudgeted
the senior center front desk. Donations may also
items. The details of this support may be
be made via PayPal at www.friendslongmont.org.
found in the Friends brochure which is
Please visit this site to learn more about the
available in the lobby.
Friends. Any input to enhance the site is always
The Friends kicked off its annual fund raising welcome.
drive in October. Anyone can make a donation
The Longmont Senior Center is an outstanding
to the Friends at anytime during the year. All
facility and provides a great service to the seniors
donations, large or small, are welcome. The
of Longmont. Let’s keep it that way!
Friends board meets monthly to manage the
new funds and the accrued funds. We work Bob Schineller, Friends Board of Directors
from a budget but it can be changed depending
on circumstances. 2010 Board of Directors: President, Tom
McCoy, Vice-President, Wilma Cocannouer,
Ralph Waldo Emerson described the path to
Treasurer, John Shetter, Co-treasurer, Chris
happiness thus: no man can sincerely help
Caron, Secretary, Michael Bellmont with Joe
another without helping himself.” By giving to
Busacca, Ed Evans, Mitchy Lenihan, Jim Nason,
others, financially or by service work, we feel
Fred Schulerud, and Glenn Wright
better about ourselves. By showing concern for
2 others, regardless of the circumstances, we rise
General Information i
Donations to the Friends: Holiday Safety `Scents’
Thank you to the following individuals, A safety note from the
couples, group, estate, and corporation. Senior Citizens Advisory Board
The Estate of Lawrence and Violet Canfield December and January are the peak months
for a significant gift. Please watch upcoming for home fires. Holidays are a hectic time
newsletters for more information about the gift. according to the National Fire Protection
Association. Holiday decorations need extra
• Golden K Kiwanis attention. Keep an eye on candles. Extinguish
• In Memory of Martha Van Wormer; Single them when you leave the room and keep
Women’s Social Group and Georgia Jallo them away from flammable objects (gift boxes,
• Howard and Kaye Bache-Snyder curtains). Consider using a chimney over the
candle so there won’t be an open flame.
• Precision Plumbing and Heating and all
the folks who signed up for the Friends at Stay in the kitchen if the range is on. The
Precision’s $1000 drawing opportunity at kitchen is the leading area where home fires
Rhythm on the River start and the leading cause of cooking fires is
unattended cooking.” If you leave the kitchen
• Anna M. Flynn while something’s cooking, then take a timer
• Marie E. Ewing with you.
• Lee Redfield Use the fireplace correctly. Burn only hardwoods
• Cleo’s Quilters and don’t put any gift wrap, boxes or pine
needles on the fire. Be sure to clean the flue.
• Else Kalfas
If you didn’t check your smoke alarm when
• Martha Putnam
Daylight Saving Time ended, test it today.
• K. Schulter That can double your chance of surviving a
• Harriet and Howard Lewis home fire.
• Sharon M. Steinbrecher
Thank you to our Support Services sponsors: Income Tax Assistance

Thanks to the Vistas of Longmont and to Sterling Tuesdays & Thursdays, February 1 - April 14
House Senior Living for providing delicious food to 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appointment only)
our support groups. Thanks to the sponsors of the Call 303-651-8412 Starting January 20 to
weekly Lunch Bunch: Dignity Care, Front Range schedule an appointment.
Hospice, Hearts and Homes for Seniors, Home AARP trained volunteers will provide
Helpers, The Peaks Rehab, Peoplehelpers, The assistance with State & Federal income tax
Vistas, & Sterling House. including the state property/rent/heat rebate
form and the City of Longmont rebate. If you
Thank you to our Thursday Night Dance are ONLY filing the city and state rebates,
Sponsors: Applewood Living Center, you can walk in without an appointment on
Life Care Center, Rawlins Bank, & The Regent. Tuesday or Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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R Activity Registration
General Participation Information
• Membership - There is no membership fee to participate in activities or receive services from the
Division of Senior Services (except a membership fee for Computer Learning Center classes).
• Online Registration - You can register for many classes and special events online at:
www.ci.longmont.co.us/sen_ctr/index.htm.
• Age Requirements - Adults 55+ are first priority, however, under 55 and children may participate in certain
activities, if space is available. Contact Saryna 303-651-8442 or Michele 303-651-8415 to find out more.
• Right to Privacy - Information regarding participants shall not be provided to, or shared with, other individuals.
• Supervision - There is no staff, leader or escort supervision of individuals provided. Activities are geared
toward independent adults who are able to manage their own care, decision making, and safety.
Registration Dates:
Classes & Special Events begins Monday November 15, at 8:00 a.m.
Trip Registration begins Saturday, November 20, from 10:00 a.m. – noon, which is lottery style,
must be present to register on Saturday. If you miss the lottery, you may register in person or by
phone Monday through Friday at the Senior Center.
Activity Registration • A refund/credit will not be issued if the

• Advanced Registration - Most activities, cancellation is received the day of the activity,
classes, trips and events require registration in the day it begins, or after it has started.
advance. • If an individual cancels an activity that was paid
• Receipts - Receipts contain detailed for by a scholarship, those funds will be forfeited.
information pertinent to your activity.
Please review and retain for reference. Special Needs:
• Payment and Fees - Full payment is required at • We will do our best to accommodate your
the time of registration. Prices and fees are listed special needs. Please keep us informed as to
in The GO for each activity. The first price is for how we might assist you. Please be specific
City residents (those receiving City trash pickup); with your need and mention it at the time you
the second price is for non-City residents. register for each activity or trip for which you
• Registration Kick-off Dates - Each quarter, will need accommodation.
specific registration kickoff dates are set. • Hearing devices are available for activities.
• Trip Registration - Registration for trips is handled Inquire at the front desk.
in a lottery format for initial signup. See page 37. • If you use a wheelchair or scooter on a trip,
for more information about Trip Policies. advance notice is necessary for us to better serve
• A full refund/credit will be given if Senior you. Please contact Saryna at 303-651-8442.
Services cancels the activity. • No staff, leader, or escort supervision of
• A full refund/credit will be given if the individuals is provided. Companions may
cancellation is received three (3) or more business participate at customer’s expense. See Saryna
days prior to the activity (does not pertain to trip or Michele for more information.
deadlines - they are listed with each trip). Cancellations:
• Cancellations made one (1) or two (2) days The City reserves the right to cancel an activity
prior to the activity may or may not be eligible if the required number of participants has
for a refund/credit. This is determined on a not registered. Participants will be notified
4 case-by-case basis. immediately.
Drop-In Programs, Groups & Clubs
These activities do not require pre- registration and
are often free, or a very low donation amount is asked.
Bailes de Mi Tierra Cards

Dancers are wanted to join this Latino outreach Mondays, 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
activity though you do not need to be Latino to Leader: Ruth. Mainly play Hand and Foot
participate. The dancers practice and perform Canasta. Beginners and newcomers
various dances and songs from Central and South welcome.
America. If you are interested or want more Wednesdays, 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
information, call Veronica Garcia at 303-651-8716. Generally for established groups.
Thursdays, 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Billiards Drop-In Cards. Newcomers welcome.
Open - 25¢ donation suggested for play Fridays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Mah Jong-experienced players.
8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. Last Saturday of the Month, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday Saturday Potluck and Games.
Noon - 4:45 p.m.
Wednesday and Friday (Women ONLY)
City of Longmont Retirees
A group of retired City of Longmont folks meet
8:00 a.m. – noon
regularly. Call Gussie Sowa at 303-776-2578 for
Senior meeting time and location.
Bowling Coffee in the Café
Tuesday & Wednesday Monday - Friday Mornings
afternoons at Coffee may be purchased through Meals on
Centennial Lanes. Wheels each day for 50¢ for a bottomless cup.
Practice begins at
12:45 p.m. and games Computers
begin at 1:00 p.m. Two Public Access computers are available in
The cost is $7.50 the computer room off the atrium. Printing of
for 3 games. the first five pages are free then 10¢ per page
This is come-as- after that. Free Internet. Use is time limited to 60
you-can play. minutes.
Bridge (Open) Conversations and Cuisine Club

Mondays, 12:30 - 4:00 p.m. 1st Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Partners are not necessary. This group of cooking enthusiasts meets
Individuals are rotated into games. regularly to bring and share homemade dishes
New players are welcome. Call Jay Wikholm at and enjoy novel and delicious meals with a
720-891-0222 or Eileen Treichel at 303-499-1876 theme. Guests are welcome. Call Harriet Bissell
for more information. at 303-652-2430 for more information and the
next month’s menu.
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Current Events Friday Economic Study Group
Tuesdays, 10:15 - 11:30 a.m. Fridays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
For years, older adults have been meeting A study group to explore the causes and
for an hour or more to review local, national, possible remedies of the financial collapse now
and international events which affect them. impacting the world, as well as the USA. It is
They share their views and analyses arrived open to any interested person. Richard Hanson,
at from wide reading and often personal host.
and professional experiences. Many meet a
bit earlier to share coffee and conversation. Friends of the
Moderated by Tom McCoy. Longmont Senior Center, Inc.
4th Tuesday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Dulcimer Group - Singin’ Strings This non-profit board seeks to enhance the
2nd & 4th Thursdays, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. services and programs of the Longmont Senior
A newly organized group of dulcimer players Center through fundraising activities.
that welcomes players and would-be players
of all skill levels. It is an increasingly popular
musical voice beloved for its sweet, lilting
qualities. Call Nancy Beaudrot at 303-772-2094
for more information. Cost: 50¢ per day.
Dances
Thursday evenings, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Dances are held at the Longmont Senior Center.
Both singles and couples enjoy the fun. Price is
$4.00 per person.
December 2 Harris and Harris
December 9 Tom Yook
December 16 Jim Ehrlich – Holiday Ball
Grandparents Raising Grandkids
1st Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
December 23 NO DANCE
(2nd Mon. if 1st Mon. is a holiday)
December 30 Darrell Sullivan –
Share and learn from others who are involved in
New Years Eve/Eve Dance
raising their grandchildren. Childcare provided.
January 6 Tom Yook Call Ruth 303-651-8414 or Wilma 303-485-7044.
January 13 Darrell Sullivan
January 20 C.C. Collier Harmonica Band
January 27 Jim Ehrlich Fridays, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
This group is new and starting to play together
February 3 Harris and Harris and create a band, so they can go out into the
February 10 Colorado Sunshine Band – community to provide free entertainment in
Valentine Dance a variety of venues. You will learn songs and
February 17 Darrell Sullivan refine your skills as a harmonica player and
February 24 C.C. Collier member of the band. Call Ted Karr at
303-834-2953 for more information.
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Hix-N-Chix Square Dance Club Longmont Kiwanis Club
This group meets in September through May. Formerly named Golden K Kiwanis
Please call Joan Bristol at 303-678-7711 or Fridays, 9:25 - 10:25 a.m.
Audrey Rowe at 303-772-7394 for information. New members are always welcome.
Call Marv Van Peursem 303-774-0734 for
Knit and Purl information.
Wednesdays,
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Lunch Bunch
This group is continuing Mondays, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
under the expert This group is for those in the early stages of
guidance of Becky memory loss who are beginning to have some
Williamson. Folks can difficulties with the complexities of everyday
knit their own living. It is an opportunity for engaging in
projects or, if you’d like, knit for local charities in conversation, socializing, games and music.
the area. Yarn and needles are available for the The group meets at The Vistas, 2310 9th Ave.
charity knitting. Donations of needles and yarn Bring your lunch. Call Ruth at 303-651-8414
are always appreciated. This group welcomes all to let her know you are coming. Thanks to all
levels of knitters. our sponsors.
LARQs Multicultural Potluck Exchange

Tuesdays, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Join us for a holiday potluck exchange
This sewing group of CareConnect volunteers with the neighboring communities of Erie,
creates quilts for non-profit agencies in Lafayette, Louisville, and Boulder.
the community and for disaster relief On Monday, December 6, we will meet at
locally, nationally and internationally. Call the Erie Community Center at noon. Contact
CareConnect at 303-772-2262 to find out about Veronica at 303-651-8716 if you need more
joining this group and helping to cut blocks, information. February 2 the group will go to
piece tops, or tie quilts. Louisville.
Library NARFE
Books are available 2nd Friday, noon - 2:00 p.m.
for check out every The National Association of Retired Federal
day. Please return Employees meets regularly for a potluck lunch
them within three and program. Call Jerry Seguin at 303-651-0917.
weeks. Limit 5 books
per checkout. Due
to an overabundance
of books, we are not
accepting any book
donations at this time.
No magazines, please.
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Quilting (By Hand) Scrapbooking
Thursdays, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. - noon
Be part of an old- This is an ongoing work
fashioned quilting group, come as
bee! Local you can. Bring
residents your pictures,
bring in quilt craft tools
tops to be and work
quilted and with others
made into to gain
beautiful, new ideas,
treasured tips and
heirlooms. suggestions
Some quilting on how to
experience organize and
desired. Call Joan at create beautiful
303-485-5734 for more information. scrapbooks.
If you are new to this hobby or just want to
St. Vrain Valley explore how to get started, drop in and visit
Retired School Employees with others to see what supplies you will need.
This group of retired St. Vrain Valley School Call Marty Baker at 303-776-8835 for more
District employees meets quarterly. Call Will information.
Zulauf at 303-776-6330 for more information.
Shuffleboard
Saturday Potluck & Games Thursdays, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Last Saturday of the month, noon - 4:00 p.m. Beginners welcome. The group will play several
Older adults meet for a potluck, cards, games, games and then have coffee and snacks.
and socialization. Call Ruth Dodds at 303-678- Participants will have a chance to play with a
0502 for information. variety of people.
Senior Center Singers Single Women’s Social Group

Tuesdays, September - May, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
All voices – soprano, alto, tenor are welcome. An opportunity to share with other women.
This group has been meeting since fall 2001 Bring your lunch or buy it in the Park View Café
and has performed at various sites around (dining room). Call Wilma at 303-485-7044, or
Longmont as well as at the Senior Center. Ruth at 303-651-8414 for information about
Music, laughter and socializing are just a few attending.
of the benefits.
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Spanish Club Tap Group
Fridays, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Thursdays, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Converse in Spanish and develop friendships, Carolyn Hanson will share her video tapes to
and language skills. This group unites people teach new people and encourage those who
interested in improving their language skills have tapped” before to share their enthusiasm
and cultural understanding. Both entry level and knowledge with others. This group meets
and more experienced levels are encouraged. weekly to practice, learn and have fun. Call
No instruction is provided. All conversation is Carolyn at 720-684-6827 for more information.
in Spanish. If you have fun with this – check out our Line
Dance class on Tuesdays, see the exercise
Support Groups section.
Several support groups are available for
interested persons. Many are open for drop in Wii Play
participation. See pg. R5 for a list or call Ruth at Thursdays,
303-651-8414. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
The Wii” is an
Stained Glass Work Group interactive game
Wednesdays, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. using a remote
Members work on individual projects. If you control to move your
need assistance character on the
getting started screen. You can bowl, play tennis, baseball or
in this wonderful golf. All you have to do is show up and give it a
hobby, stop by try. Most games are played standing, swinging
and meet the your arm or moving your body in some fashion.
people currently That’s what makes it fun. You are virtually”
working on playing the game.
their art. You Congratulations to Bob for his perfect bowling
are responsible game of 300.
for your own
materials and
supplies.
Woodcarving
Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - noon
Beginner and experienced woodcarvers meet
Swingin’ Seniors Rhythm Band to work on projects, offer advice on techniques
1st Monday, Sept – May, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. or equipment and share their enjoyment of this
This group performs regularly at senior lifelong hobby. All carvers are welcome. Call
residences and organizations in the community. John at 303-772-2007 or Bob at 303-435-9505
Traditional and homemade instruments are for more information.
welcome. The ability to read music is not
required. Call Mori Glidewell at 303-651-0960
or Bernie Schuyler at 303-776-0680 for more
information.
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Special Events
Events at the Senior Center
Holly Day Brunch Through the Eyes of an Artist:

Activity # 7000.100 Adventures in Escalante, Utah
Thursday, December 9 Activity # 7002.100
10:00 a.m. – noon Date: Wednesday, January 5
Cost: $5.00 resident, $6.00 nonresident Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Get in the spirit of the season by joining us for Cost: FREE, and please register in advance.
a tasty brunch of quiche, fruit and a muffin, Join Senior Center favorite, Diane Wood, as
followed by an entertaining show by Ann she takes us through her latest journey. You’ll
Lincoln, juggler and comedian. see that this remote section of Utah offers
beautiful vistas, colorful cliffs, sleepy towns,
Holiday Songs and Sing-A-long and adventures of repelling into slot canyons.
Activity # 7001.100 Adventure and beauty combined!
Wednesday, December 15
Cost: FREE Sunday Old-Fashioned Dinner
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Activity # 7003.100
Like to sing? Enjoy holiday tunes? Join Ray Date: Sunday, January 9
Anderton and a pianist in singing some favorite Time: Seating at 11:45 a.m., Lunch at Noon,
tunes. Hot chocolate and cookies with be Performance at 1:00 p.m.
provided. Cost: $7.00 resident, $9.00 non-resident
Bring your family and friends for a tasty Sunday
Holiday Ball dinner. Rose Jahnke will whip up her famous
Thursday, Dec. 16, chicken dinner with all the trimmings…and
7:00 – 10:00 p.m. dessert! Entertainment will be a portrayal of
Cost: $4.00 Irene Castle a dance and animal rights activist
The regular Thursday (by Susan Marie Frontczak).
night dance will
celebrate the season Winter Open House
festivities with the
band of Jim Ehrlich at the Senior Center
and special Date: Friday, January 21
refreshments. Time: 1:00 -3:00 p.m.
We invite you to this The Longmont Senior Advisory Board is
enjoyable evening for sponsoring an open house. There will be
dancing and camaraderie light refreshments, information booths,
with others. demonstrations, and performances by our
active seniors. Check out the multitude of
activities enthusiastic older adults are enjoying
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Special Events
CulturalEnrichmentProgram
Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Longmont Senior Center, there
will be engaging speakers this quarter. The programs will be edu-
cational, insightful, and intriguing. We hope you enjoy the variety.
Cost: FREE, and please register in advance.
Irene Castle: Time is a Lovely Friend

Dancer, Animal Rights Activist Activity # 7005.100
Activity # 7004.100 Date: Friday, February 11
Date: Sunday, January 9 Time: 1:00 p.m.
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Seventy-seven year old playwright and
The entrepreneurial audacity and artistic flair of performer, Len Barron and ten year old Bella
Vernon and Irene Castle met the new, uniquely Betts, a wondrous mandolin player and singer,
American, syncopated or ragged-rhythmed share stories, songs, and dance about the
music (aka Ragtime”) to fuel the dance craze richness that time and experience bring. There
explosion sweeping across America. Vernon are stories of chickens and victory gardens,
and Irene capitalized on the golden age of aunts and uncles, and other tales that touch on
vaudeville, dreamed up posh dance halls, qualities that are part of each of our lives. They
invented instructional short films, and shot an sing songs that have been around for a long
outrageous silent feature film – netting and time and, of course, there is dance. The work is
splurging fortunes along the way. Their brief, full of soft turns and surprises.
incandescent career strewed numerous legacies
in its wake: bobbed hair, challenges to the color
barrier, and an unexpected altruism born of a
heartless side of vaudeville. Irene, as portrayed
by Susan Marie Frontczak, looks back from the
1940’s (several husbands and decades later), to
reflect on her dance escapades with Vernon, his
time as a pilot in WWI, and her second career as
an animal rights activist.
Events in the community:
Friday, December 10 & Saturday, December 11, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. in Roosevelt Park.
Enjoy the parks holiday lights and some wonderful entertainment. In addition to the wonderful
lighting, hot chocolate, and the warmth of fire pits you can enjoy various free activities. On Friday
there will be an ice show, horse trolley rides, ice carving demonstration, night parachute drop and
a concert by the All City Jazz Band.
On Saturday following the parade there will be fireworks and a concert by the Longmont Concert
Band. Celebrate the season with a wonderful, free holiday experience. 11
e Special Events
Friday Afternoon Concerts and Art Shows
Sponsored by the Longmont Council for the Arts with generous funding by
the Boulder County Cultural Committee Tier III, The Cultural and Scientific
District, the Friends of the Longmont Senior Center, the City of Longmont
Division of Senior Services, and many generous audience members.
Thanks to each of you.
Series performances will take place at the Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak
Ave., Longmont. Tickets are $7.00 at the door for each concert. Art Exhibit
opens at 1:30 p.m. and concerts begin at 2:30 p.m. There is a reception
after each concert to enable the audience to meet and visit with the
performers and artists. Call 303-651-8411 or 303-678-7869 for information
or stop by the Senior Center to purchase your tickets in advance. General
public is invited, too. Bring your friends of all ages!
December 17
The BOULDER BACH FESTIVAL is pleased to The Festival is
return to the Friday Afternoon Concert Series proud to have
to perform a program of Baroque gems. The Tim Krueger’s
Boulder Bach Festival Singers, an ensemble musical
of 24, will perform in addition to a small expertise in
instrumental ensemble. Timothy J. Krueger preparing and
will conduct the chorus, and Lina Bahn, CU conducting
professor of violin, will be the featured soloist. the festival chorus again this year. Timothy J.
In addition to J. S. Bach, listeners can also Krueger, now in his third season, is the chorus
enjoy selections by Handel and Vivaldi, in director for the Boulder Bach Festival and
keeping with this festive season. The Boulder artistic director of St. Martin’s Chamber Choir in
Bach Festival was founded in 1981 to present Denver.
the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and to
encourage knowledge and appreciation of the GUEST ARTISTS: JEANANNE WRIGHT is a
Baroque master. Since 1982 a multi-day festival nationally recognized quilt historian and an AQS
has been presented each year, featuring a local Certified Appraiser, who resides in Longmont.
professional orchestra, volunteer chorus, and She began collecting quilts in 1968 and now
nationally known soloists. Over the years it has has one of the largest and most complete
gradually added concerts outside of its original collections in the country, with quilts spanning
format so that presentations now extend 200 years.
through most of the year.
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Special Events e
January 14 February 18
The MONT ALTO PATRICK MASON presents
MOTION PICTURE the Ups and Downs of Love
ORCHESTRA presents Distinguished American
Steamboat Bill Jr. baritone, Patrick Mason,
In this 1927 silent returns to delight audiences
comedy, a curmudgeonly steamboat captain once again with a program about love in all its
(Ernest Torrence) receives a visit from his long- guises. Today’s program will be a look at love
lost son (Buster Keaton), who turns out to be a through song, from American standards by
dandy college kid who wears foppish clothes and Gershwin and Cole Porter to the passionate
plays the ukulele. But when fate intervenes—in music of Puccini and Verdi. Patrick will present
the form of a hurricane—Buster proves he has the joys and absurdities of This Thing Called
the spirit and courage of his father. This comedy Love” in music that will move you, stir your
features some of the most incredible stunt-work memory and make you laugh out loud. Patrick
of Buster’s career. Mason began his career singing early music
The film will be accompanied live by the
with groups such as the Waverly Consort,
Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra, a five-
Schola Antiqua and the Boston Camerata.
piece ensemble based in Louisville, Colorado.
He has toured internationally with The New
They started scoring silent films in 1994, after
York Ensemble for Early Music’s production
discovering the music collection of Al Layton,
a theater music director in Colorado in the of The Play of Daniel and has recorded both
1920s. The Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra Medieval and Renaissance works with Sony,
accompanies silent films in authentic period Erato, Nonesuch and L’Oiseaux-Lyre. He has
style, using original photoplay music. concertized with guitarist David Starobin in
Mont Alto has presented film scores around the London’s Wigmore Hall, Merkin Hall in New York
country, including the Lincoln Center in New and in festivals throughout the United States
York, the San Francisco Silent Film Festival, the and Europe. Their many recordings include
Rafael Theater in San Rafael California, and the Stephen Sondheim’s Sunday Song Set, a group
Los Angeles County Museum of Art. of four songs from Sondheim’s Sunday in the
Mont Alto... specializes in compiling scores Park with George” arranged for guitar and voice
from the authentic photoplay music of the by the musical’s orchestrator, David Starobin’s
period... the results are often breathtakingly brother, Michael Starobin.
beautiful and always in the strict service of the
film on the screen.” --The New York Times. GUEST ARTIST: JACK GREENE is a
photographer, poet and the owner of The
GUEST ARTIST: JASON McPHILLIPS is a Rose Went Lovely Photography. He has had
professional artist who specializes in drawing, solo exhibitions at Naropa University and The
which informs both his painting and relief Boulder Jewish Community Center. He was also
sculpture. His work hangs in many private the recipient of the Colorado Council on the
collections as well as the R.M. Shoemaker Arts 2000 Poetry Fellowship.
Corporation of Pennsylvania. Presently McPhillips
teaches figure drawing for teens. He seeks to
awaken wonder in his students, through the twin
miracles of art and the human body.
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LifelongLearningClasses&Programs
Arts/Creative Pursuits
Porcelain Art Oil Painting

Mondays - morning session only Activity# 7201.100
January 24 – May Date: Tuesdays, January 4 - February 22
Time: Noon - 3:00 p.m.
China painting classes for beginning and
Cost: $32.00 resident, $39.00 non-resident
advanced students. Learn to make beautiful hand
painted china for yourself or others. If you would Enjoy painting in this no pressure environment,
like to sign up please put your name on a list at the where students work at their own pace and on
Senior Center front desk and the instructor, Alna their chosen subject. There are discussions on
Hiel, will contact you for your class registration, colors, techniques, portraits, landscapes and a
cost and times. variety of topics. Geared for the experienced
painter, join others in creating things you can
Rubber Stamping be proud of and stimulate your creativity. New
painters are also welcome; the teaching method
for Beginners and Beyond will be modified to your skill level. All participants
Activity # 7200.100 are required to provide their own supplies. Non
Date: Thursday, January 27 toxic solvents must be used. Register in advance
Time: 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. for this class as there is limited space. Norma
Cost: $10.50 resident, $12.50 non-resident Rhodes is the instructor.
Are you ready to start the new year with a
terrific craft that will enrich your life? Try rubber Watercolor Painting & Drawing
stamping for card making, scrapbooking and Activity # 7202.100
decorative purposes. Or maybe you are ready to Dates: Wednesdays January 26 - February 23
dust off those old stamps in the closet and enjoy Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
them again! Pat Journeay has been a Stampin’ Up Cost: $35.00 resident, $42.00 non-resident
demonstrator for eight rewarding years. Three
projects will be completed for this session. All All levels of students are welcome to experience
materials included in your fee. Sign up early for the exciting medium of watercolor, drawing and
this popular class. the underlying structure of painting. You will
learn by working from wet” to dry” to detailed”
learning about colors, composition and subject
matter. Hanlie Wessels, a local watercolor artist
and teacher, will be instructing the class. Develop
perception, shape and value and working with
spatial elements.
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Computers
in Longmont...
a computer learning opportunity for those 50+.
There is a yearly membership fee of $20.00 per individual.
Classes are held at Front Range Community College.
Contact the Senior Center at 303-651-8411 if you have any questions.
Class registration begins November 15 at the Senior Center. Coaches will be available
to assist with class selection on November 15 from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
and Saturday, November 20 from 10:00 a.m. until noon.
There are no courses, workshops or labs during the month of December 2010.
Computer Lab Schedule

Drop in Fridays between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to meet with coaches to receive individualized help.
This is an excellent time to practice and to work one-on-one with your own coach.
No lab during the month of December 2010 and on January 7, 2011.
SeniorNet Classroom & Lab Location

Front Range Community College
Classroom: Building C, Door #5, Room C1502
2190 Miller Drive, Longmont • www.seniornet.org
Classes
CLASS ACTIVITY # DAYS/TIME DATES MEMBER COST
Mon/Wed
Windows 7 Lecture 7600.100 January 10, 12, 17 $20.00
1:30-3:30p.m.
Tues/Thur
Introduction to Computers I 7601.100 January 11,13,18, 20 $25.00
1:30-3:30p.m.
Mon/Wed
Digital Camera Basics 7602.100 January 24, 26 $15.00
1:30-3:30p.m.
Mon/Wed January 31,
Introduction to Computers II 7603.100 $40.00
1:30-3:30p.m. February 2,7,9,14,16
File Management Mon/Wed
7604.100 February 21, 23 $15.00
Where is my Stuff? 1:30-3:30p.m.
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LLLifelong Learning Classes & Programs
Computers (Continued)
Windows 7 Lecture File Management –
This 3-session course focuses on many of Where is My Stuff?
the changes implemented in Windows 7 Can’t find that
and covers some of the revised operation, picture you
different look and enhancements in Windows 7 just put on your
compared to the previous Microsoft Vista and computer? In this
Microsoft XP operating systems. Prerequisite: 2-session course,
completion of the Introduction to Computers II learn how to organize
course or pre-approval by the instructor. your files; how to
copy, move, delete
Introduction to Computers I and save your data. A
This 4-session course is designed for students basic working knowledge of Microsoft Windows
with no computer experience. During each is required. Prerequisite: completion of the
session you will practice extensively using the Introduction to Computers II course or pre-
mouse and the keyboard and gain familiarity approval by the instructor.
with computer hardware, software, and the
Windows program.
E-mail Help (See table below)
Digital Camera Basics Need help with your personal e-mail? All
This 2-session course is questions welcomed! Coaches will assist you
designed for the new digital and instruct you on how to send and receive
camera user. You will learn attachments and how to add email addresses to
some basic terminology and basic your address/contact book. And more!
features of your camera using your manual.
Topics covered will include auto, scene, movie, Put your digital pictures
timer, and burst modes.
on your computer (See table below)
This workshop is for you if……….you took lots
Introduction to Computers II of pictures with your digital camera. Now you
This 6-session course is designed for students want to put them on your computer. And then
who have basic computer experience. you want to find them. Bring your camera and
Familiarity with using the mouse and the let us help you.
keyboard are required. You will learn how to
enter and edit text using Microsoft
Word, how to add graphics, how WORKSHOP ACTIVITY # DAYS/TIME DATES MEMBER COST
to save and manage your data
files, how to send and receive $10 for
Fri
members
email, and how to access and E-mail Help 7605.100 9:00 a.m. Jan 21
$15 for
search the Internet. Prerequisite: to noon
non-members
completion of the Introduction $10 for
to Computers I course or pre- Put your digital Fri
Feb members
pictures on 7606.100 9:00 a.m.
approval by the instructor. 11 $15 for
your computer to noon
16 non-members
General Interest
Using your Computer as a Phone

Activity # 7607.100
Date: Tuesday, February 15
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Want to use your computer and the internet
to talk with your family and friends around the
world? Have you ever heard of Skype or Voice
over IP? Despite the technical jargon, it is easy
to use and best of all it is free. Join us for a
demonstration to see how it works. Hosted at
the Longmont Senior Center. Bridge Basics
Activity# 7203.100
Date: Tuesdays, January 11 – March 1
AARP Driver Safety Class Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
AARP’s unique 8-hour refresher course for Cost: $20.00 resident, $24.00 non-resident
drivers age 50+ provides information and
lively illustrations to help you learn how to This class is oriented to the new bridge player
improve driving skills and to drive more safely. or if you may benefit from a re-learning if you
Graduates may be able to qualify for a discount have only played a little. Basic game mechanics
on auto insurance. Registration for this class and rules of the game will be explained. Fees
is required. Cost is $12.00 for AARP members, include materials that the instructor Barbara
$14.00 for non-members, payable to AARP and Guertner will be distributing at class.
will be accepted at the first class. Please call
303-651-8411 for more information. This class Monthly Expense Planning
is taught by AARP Volunteer Max Fuller. Activity # 7204.100
December 13, Monday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, January 12, 19, 26
December 14, Tuesday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE
December 20, Monday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
December 21, Tuesday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Learn planning techniques that will help you
avoid surprises, by reviewing what you spend
January 24, Monday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. and when. Learn how to plan for the future
January 26, Wednesday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. and be prepared to live within your means.
February 9, Wednesday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Jack Boose, will provide work sheets you can
February 11, Friday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. use and give you a good path to follow for your
circumstances.
February 16, Wednesday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
February 18, Friday 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
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Health and Wellbeing
Drumming Class The Ultimate Brain

Activity # 7205.100 (December 7 & 14) Development Program;
Activity # 7205.101 (January 4, 11, 18, 25)
Activity # 7205.102 (February 1, 8, 15, 22) Become a Whole Brain Thinker
Cost: Dec $14.00 resident, $17.00 non-resident Activity # 7207.100
January & February Mondays 10:00 a.m. & Wednesdays 2:00 p.m.
$28.00 resident, $33.00 non-resident January 10 - February 23
Date: Tuesdays Cost $30.00 resident, $36.00 non-resident
Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. The human
DRUM ONE! DRUM ALL! If you can talk, you brain has
can drum. Along with all the different types the capacity
of fitness programs to choose from one of for growth
them is drumming. The classes are fun, easy throughout
and accessible to anyone, regardless of age our entire lives.
or physical condition. It offers many health Combining
benefits, including boosting the immune hundreds of
system, improves circulation, reduces stress, ambidexterity
produces endorphins, and right/left brain activities,
stimulation. You may bring your own djembe footwork drills,
drum or one will be provided for you. and sensory
expansion
exercises, you
Tools & Tips For Surviving And will stimulate
Thriving With Fibromyalgia growth of
Activity # 7206.100 brain cells, dendrites and synapses. In this
Date: Wednesday, December 1 progressive class, practicing cross body
Time: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. activities helps synchronization of the
Cost: $1.00 resident, $2.00 non-resident two hemispheres and will enhance your
opportunity to become a whole brain thinker”.
Do you think it’s possible to be healthy even
During this class Dean Brittenham, will teach
with fibromyalgia? You may feel powerless
you the drills, exercises and information for
and at the mercy of your illness. Choosing to
self improvement. Dean has coached athletes
live well with a chronic illness isn’t easy but
at the professional level and assisted national
it is possible. Come join us and learn about
champions by using techniques that produce
the latest information, look at your unique
top performances. Now he is here to share
situation and learn ways you can find your life
them with you, giving you the chance to be the
again. Presented by Lynn Dananay MSN RN,
very best you can be mentally and physically.
18 PrestigePLUS, Longmont United Hospital.
Lifelong Learning Classes & Programs
Practical Applications of
Quantum Discoveries
Activity # 7805.100
Date: Thursday, December 2
Time: 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $5.00 resident, $6.00 non-residents
This class will focus on the recent discoveries
of Quantum Physics and energy insights that
change our way of looking at life and, most
important, applying it. Basic beliefs, accepted
theories will be examined. Harnessing our
N” Balance Evaluations power to heal, reducing stress, and guiding
Monday, January 10 our spiritual/physical lives will be addressed.
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Discussion groups may follow, depending on
interest. Facilitated by Jerry Vaughn.
This class is for people interested in enrolling in
the eight week N-Balance class. Register for a
twenty minute one on one personal evaluation
of your balance. Once this evaluation is
complete, you will know if you are a candidate
for this important class. See below for the class
description. Call 303-651-8411 for your N”
Balance evaluation.
N” Balance
Activity # 7208.100
January 13 – March 14
Mondays at 1:30 p.m. & Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.
Cost $25.00 resident $30.00 non-resident
N” Balance is an 8-week, twice a week
progressive class that will re-train your body so
that you can have the best balance possible.
You will learn tips on how to keep your balance
if you feel like you are going to fall and give
your body the strength and training it needs
to have great balance. If you or someone you
know has been having problems with balance,
or if you would just like to strengthen your
body for better balance, this class is for you.
In order to take this class you must pass the
N’ Balance evaluation on January 10 prior to
enrolling. 19
Health & Wellness Programs from
SEASONS OF WELLNESS…The Winter Journey
In the midst of winter, our focus goes inward as the days become shorter and the weather colder.
This is a time of rest, to reflect and renew our inner resources before the energy of spring brings us
back into the world again. It is also a time for connecting with our own wisdom, as well as that of
others who can assist us in our journeys and teach us about self-care. Come learn with us!
Registration required.
DISC: What is Your Type Minding Your Mind

and How You Can Use It Activity # 7801.100
Activity # 7800.100 Date: Monday, January 10, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Date: Monday, Dec 13, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Cost: $2.00 resident, $2.50 non-resident
Cost: $2.00 resident, $2.50 non-resident When you start noticing changes in your
thinking, memory, and behavior, do you wonder
Holidays are a time for celebrating and
what is considered normal, or what you should
socializing. If you’d like to enhance your be concerned about? When is it time to seek
satisfaction with personal interactions, whatever help? What can you do to strengthen your brain
the occasion, DISC Dimensions of Behavior and enhance its functioning? We invite you to
can support you. DISC can help you discover explore these questions with Haleh Nekoorad-
and capitalize on your unique behavioral Long, MD, Adult and Geriatric Psychiatrist. Her
strengths and help you better respond to the interest and goal in practice is adding quality
communication needs of other people. This of life for those who suffer from a range of
is a fun, interactive program that will provide mental disorders, such as depression, dementia,
a basic understanding of the four primary anxiety, psychosis and delirium.
behavioral styles represented in DISC. Mistie
Tuck is a Senior Human Resources Generalist at Finding Meaning in Illness: Living
Longmont United Hospital where she supports with Chronic or Serious Conditions
staff with coaching and training. She has found Activity # 7802.100
DISC to be immensely helpful in her interactions Date: Monday, January 24, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
with others, both on and off the job. Cost: $2.00 resident, $2.50 non-resident
No one seems to escape illness. So if it is a fact of
human life, how do we go about finding some
meaning in dealing with it? Did you ever have
the experience of learning something new from
a bout of illness? This talk will explore ways to
tap into the wisdom that often lies hidden in
illness. Participants will learn some helpful ways to
address the inevitable that offer hope, perspective
and even growth. Nancy Trottner, RN, MA brings
experience from psychotherapy, spirituality,
hospice nursing and energy work to this question.
Her enthusiastic style invites learning in a relaxed
and comfortable environment.
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Use It or Lose It? Exploring Sexual
Health and Aging
Women - Activity # 7803.100
Men - Activity # 7803.101
Date: Monday, February 14, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
We will provide a safe, confidential space to
explore this touchy” subject, with separate
sessions for men and women. An expert panel
will provide information and lead a discussion
about body/mind/spirit issues around Advance Directives Workshops
sexuality in older adults, and you will have an Activity # 7806.100 Friday, December 10
opportunity to raise questions and concerns Activity # 7807.100 Friday, January 14
anonymously. Whether you are alone or have a Activity # 7808.100 Friday, February 11
partner, there will be something you can take Time: 9:30 – 10:30 am
away from this session.
Please note: These are separate workshops, not
a series. Free, but please register in advance.
Only Skin Deep?
There is no better time than the present
Exploring Plastic Surgery
to consider and clarify your wishes for
Activity # 7804.100
medical treatment in the event you become
Date: Monday, February 28, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
incapacitated. Preparing documents
expressing those wishes ahead of time is a true
Peter Schmid, MD will share the latest gift to your loved ones and your physician,
information about reconstructive and aesthetic relieving them of the uncertainty of how you
surgery and the nature of his work with older want to be treated. In this workshop, we
adults. Dr. Schmid is locally and nationally will review the various documents related to
recognized as a leading facial plastic, head and advance planning (medical power of attorney,
neck and liposuction surgeon. He provides living will, Five Wishes) and provide you with
continuing medical education to physicians the necessary materials. Led by Peggy Arnold,
and trains residents from around the nation. MA, Program Coordinator of PrestigePLUS.
He is the National Board Examiner for the
Facial Plastic Surgery section of the American
Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology,
Ophthalmology, and Head/Neck Surgery.
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The Future of Health Care Dying to Live: What Facing Death
Date: Tuesday, January 25 Taught Me about Trust, Faith,
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Longmont United Hospital Gratitude, Courage and More!
Cost: Free and call 303-485-4184 to register. Activity # 7810.100
Date: Monday, February 7
Our health care system has been described by Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
some as ailing,” broken,” and unsustainable.” Cost: $2.00 resident, $2.50 non-resident
Recent attempts at reform have resulted in a
range of reactions, from cautious optimism Gaea Shaw is a heart transplant recipient and
to outright rebellion…and everything in breast cancer survivor. She received her new
between…and it is clear that the future of heart in 1997 and shortly afterwards took up
health care in America is yet to be revealed. In competitive swimming. After winning her
this time of transition, Jay Want, MD will help first gold medals at the 1998 U.S. Transplant
us explore: Games, she met her heart donor’s family on
• how we got here, Valentine’s Day 1999, and learned that her
• the shape of current attempts at reform, donor loved to swim.
• emerging new models of health care, Not everyone needs a new heart. But everyone
such as medical home” or medical faces adversity, and what I learned on my journey
neighborhood,” about faith, trust, gratitude, courage, support and
• how we can become better consumers of abundance has universal appeal.”
health care—measures to empower us to
become self-advocates and practice self-care. Gaea Shaw’s first book is Dying to Live: From
Dr. Want is board-certified in internal medicine Heart Transplant to Abundant Life. Her story
and was a primary care internist in private has been aired on various television channels
practice for ten years. He is currently Chair of & programs and brief accounts have appeared
the Board of the Center for Improving Value in many publications.
in Health Care (CIVHC), a public-private entity
created to identify and advance initiatives
across Colorado that enhance consumers’
health care experiences, contain costs and
improve the health of Coloradoans by creating
an efficient, high quality and transparent
health care system. Dr. Want is the former
President & CEO of Physician Health Partners,
LLC, a management services organization
serving over 50,000 covered lives in Colorado.
He is a member of various civic groups and
has served on numerous health-related task
forces and committees, and is a widely sought-
after speaker on health care matters. We are
honored to have Dr. Want share his expertise
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History/Science
John Wesley Iliff

Activity # 7210.100
Date: Thursday, January 27
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
John Wesley Iliff was the cattle king of
the central plains in the 1870s. His story
illustrates the emergence of the huge cattle
ranching operations of the second half of the
ColoradoHistorySeries 19th century. Iliff was an Ohio native and a
mercantile owner in Kansas who followed the
Presenter Larry Ralston has a wonderful gold rush to Colorado where he entered the
ability to research and create interesting cattle business. By purchasing land with good
presentations. You can see and hear water he was able to control vast amounts of
his passion for history in these three adjacent grasslands.
presentations and learn more about
each topic.
The Tabors
Activity # 7211.100
William A. H. Loveland Date: Wednesday, February 23
Activity # 7209.100 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Date: Thursday, December 16 Cost: $4.00 resident, $5.00 non-resident
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $4.00 resident, $5.00 non-resident The Tabors continue to be one the most
fascinating stories in Colorado history. We will
William A. H. Loveland was an original explore this rags to riches to rags story which
incorporator of the town of Golden. Loveland, involves mining, politics, romance, scandal and
along with Henry Teller, organized the railroad much more. Horace, Augusta, and Baby Doe are
which became the Colorado Central to connect the principal characters. If you like your history
Golden to the mining districts, Denver, and delivered with the story line of a soap opera,
Cheyenne. It was the Golden to Cheyenne route this program may be an excellent choice.
along which the town of Longmont developed.
Loveland’s Golden and his railroad were in
constant competition with Denver interests
during the early development of Colorado.
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Mysteries of Standing Stone Mysticism
Activity # 7212.100 Activity # 7213.100
Wednesdays, January 12 – February 2 Wednesdays, February 16 – March 16
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $32.00 resident, $38.00 non-resident Cost: $40.00 resident, $48.00 non-resident
Mysticism is a universal human phenomenon.
Besides the many Christian mystics, both male
and female, there are the Jewish Kabbalah,
the Sufis of Islam, and the mystic aspects
of Buddhism and Taoism among the world
religions, as well as the many manifestations
throughout history, including those in science.
The ability to experience the infinite and
ineffable foundation of the universe and of
In Britain and Brittany, over 900 circles and life has been shown by rare indivduals, but
other monuments employing standing may be more available to the rest of us than
stones were constructed in pre-Celtic times, we have thought. John Hitchcock, Ph.D. will
from 3500 – 1500 B.C.E. The circles” show explore these realities and possibilities together.
definite orientations and shapes that reveal Mysticism is not other-worldly,” but is about
great astronomical knowledge as well as a finding depth in our lives right now.
cultural calendar from which, for instance
our Halloween originates. Some sites clearly
were used for making precise astronomical
measurements, and employ few stones, while
others embody that knowledge in temples”
such as Stonehenge, Avebury, Callanish, and
others. John Hitchcock, Ph.D. has visited dozens
of these sites from Carnac to Cornwall to the
Outer Hebrides and Orkney, and will share
photos as well as knowledge of what has been
learned about them and their builders.
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Colm Cille, Scholarly Saint, Holy Terror
Activity # 7216.100
Date: Thursday, January 27, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Known commonly today by his Latin name,
Columba (dove), this Irishman was a nobleman
Irish History Series with great military potential, a man who could have
Francis Lovett, Professor Emeritus of Literature been a great soldier and chief of his clan. Instead,
and author has enjoyed teaching for years, he chose the peaceful monastic life for study and
dissemination of the scriptures. How and why did
and shares with us his knowledge and love of
his temper get the better of him? What led to his
Irish History. Lovett has researched, lived and
exile? What debt of artistic and literary gratitude do
traveled all over Ireland and has great expertise
we owe this nobleman-turned-priest?
on the culture of Ireland.
Ancient Irish History Set in Stone
The Genuine St. Patrick Activity # 7217.100
Activity # 7214.100
Date: Thursday, February 10, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Date: Thursday, January 13, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Henges, stone circles, calendar stones, dolmens
There’s the Patrick of rivers of stout and green and burial tombs, even an alphabet set in
beer. There’s the Patrick of massive parades and stone, and all of these the accomplishments of
band music. There’s the Patrick of drowning the Mesolithic thinkers and builders. Their works
shamrock and noisy celebration. Then there’s are found mainly in Ireland’s western counties
the Patrick of history and folklore, the Patrick and in the Boyne Valley. Some slides and a bit
of fiery temper and unrelenting missionary of blather will introduce you to a once-great
fervor. You’re invited to meet this bundle of civilization that had made detailed analyses of
contradictions, now the world’s favorite saint. the heavens, and had advanced science to a
degree that they could move stones as massive
Brendan the Navigator, as a hundred tons for up to a hundred miles.
Sailor Extraordinary
Activity # 7215.100 Irish Stock Exchange
Date: Thursday, January 20,10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Activity# 7218.100
Cost: $2.00 resident, $2.50 non-resident Date: Thursday, February 17, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Brendan’s Journey to the Promised Land,’” the
Navigatio, was an enduring multi-language The Tain Bo Cuailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cooley),
best-seller for almost a thousand years. It Ireland’s great prose epic is the oldest vernacular epic
may be that his voyages in the Atlantic Ocean in Western literature. Its centerpiece is the account
brought him to America long before Columbus. of Cu Chulainn’s single handed defense of Ulster
A sixth-century Irish saint, his name appeared against the armies of Queen Medb of Connacht.
on ocean maps down through later centuries, Additionally, the Tain is a mine of information
and his story has been written in many versions about the beliefs and behavior of the early Irish.
in many languages. Until the 16th century, We’ll consider some aspects of this story that some
Brendan was better known than St. Patrick. scholars have dated back to the time of Christ. 25
Humanities/Cultural
Great Conversation of Great Ideas Sing Along

Activity # 7219.100 Activity# 7220.100
Date: Thursdays, Dec. 2, Dec. 16, 30, Jan. 6, Date: Wednesday February 23
Jan. 20, Feb. 3, Feb. 17 Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cost: FREE, registration required
Cost: donations accepted for copies of the Do you enjoy music, humming a tune or singing
readings along to the radio? This activity just might
This thought-provoking discussion group be what you are looking for. Please join Ray
on the 103 Great Ideas that are the core of Anderton as he leads you in songs you sang
everybody’s thinking will be led by facilitator when you were young with Sib playing the
Brian Hansen, who has extensive experience in piano. Words for the songs will be provided; all
the Great Books and Great Ideas” curriculum. you need to do is show up and bring your voice
He will present the themes which come from and fun attitude. This group is mainly for fun
philosopher Mortimer Adler. There are brief and song, not to be a performing group. Please
reading materials intended to accompany the register if attending as we will have materials for
discussions. Reading selections are from Great each participant.
ideas: A Lexicon of Western Thought” and
Great Treasury of Western Thought.” Reading
assignment copies can be downloaded
from Brian’s website http://home.comcast.
net/~pamjhansen/site/?/home/. Or copies of
the readings will be provided at the meetings.
A donation for copies is suggested. Please
join in the exploration of the great ideas. This
class is continuous; each week is a new topic.
If you have never participated before you are
welcome or if you have missed a session or
two, come on back.
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Winter The Art of Dancing: Shall We Dance
Activity # 7302.100
Film Series: Date: Tuesday, January 18
The Art of Painting, A timid Japanese businessman is lured to
Writing, Dancing, Music ballroom dancing lessons when he glimpses
All films have been selected by our host, a beautiful sad-eyed dance teacher through
Joseph Maxner. The films are projected onto a a window. The movie is a commentary on the
screen so they are larger and easier to see. controlled Japanese society along with a spirited
discovery of learning to dance and to live. Well
Time: 5:30 p.m. drawn, quirky characters, and good humor
*please note new start time complete the picture. In Japanese with subtitles.
Cost: Free, and please register in advance. (1996, Not Rated, runtime 118 minutes)
The Art of Painting: The Art of Music: The Commitments

Activity # 7303.100
Vincent and Theo Date: Tuesday, January 25
Activity # 7300.100
Date: Tuesday, January 4 A rough sort of music out of Dublin. Convinced
they can bring soul music to the city, a group
The story of Vincent Van Gogh and his brother of working-class youth forms a band. The
Theo, a gallery owner who loves his brother’s high energy production paints an unromantic
work, yet could not get the public to buy it. picture of modern Ireland. Honest dialogue
Increasing despair and mental illness traps is laced with rough language delivered by
Vincent as he struggles to create beauty in a the cast of mostly unknowns. The successful
world where it has little value. (1990, PG-13, sound track received a Grammy nomination.
runtime 136 minutes) Jimmy, the manager, begins to whip the band
into shape, only to have it fall apart because of
egos. (1991, R, runtime 118 minutes)
The Art of Writing:
Shakespeare in Love Book Discussion and Film:
Activity # 7301.100
Date: Tuesday, January 11
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Activity # 7304.100 (limited to 12)
Lively romantic comedy about William Date: Tuesday, February 1
Shakespeare who has writer’s block regarding a Cost: $1.50
comedy he owes a theater manager. His writing Written by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1886, this
juices (and others) get going with the arrival of work is known for its vivid portrayal of a split
a wealthy beauty, Viola (Gwyneth Paltrow). Viola personality.’ The respectable Dr. Jekyll develops
loves the theater so much that she disguises a potion that will separate his good and evil
herself as a boy in order to act. Their relationship aspects for scientific study. As the experiments
is bittersweet as Viola is about to be married continue, the evil personality wrests control
to someone else. Oh well, Will comes up with from Dr. Jekyll and commits murder. Afraid
‘Romeo and Juliet’ – A BIG MOVIE which has of being discovered Hyde takes his own life;
everything right. (1998, R, runtime 122 minutes) his body is found with a confession written in
Jekyll’s hand. (1941, Not Rated, 113 minutes)
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Resource Education
Rest In Peace: Have It Your Way

Activity # 7222.100
Date: Wednesday, January 12
Time: 1:30 -3:00 p.m.
Cost: $1.00 for residents, $2.00 for non-residents
A program to help you learn all that you need
to prepare for a funeral, or life’s last journey. In
today’s world there are many options for burial
from which to choose. We will have the experts
from Ahlberg, Howe, and Carroll-Lewellen to
educate us and answer all our questions.
New to Medicare?
Activity # 7223.100 (Monday, Dec. 20)
Activity # 7224.100 (Tuesday, Jan. 18)
Advance Care Planning Activity # 7225.100 (Tuesday, Feb. 22)
Recent changes, and the introduction of the
Date: 3rd Monday (except for the months
Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment (MOST)
of January and February)
form.
Time: 10:00 a.m. to noon
Activity #: 7221.100
Cost: FREE, registration required
Date: Wednesday, January 5
Location: Longmont Senior Center
Time; 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $1.00 residents, $2.00 non-resident New to Medicare classes, presented
by the Boulder County Aging Services
There have been more legislative changes and
Division Medicare Ombudsman Program.
advances in health care decision making this
Information is provided about Medicare
year than in the last 20 years. The statutory
enrollment, what and how Medicare pays,
forms for the living will, medical power of
types of Medicare plans and how they work,
attorney and CPR directives are more useful
and prescription drug coverage. There is
than ever, and the introduction of the MOST
time for both a group presentation and
document adds a new dimension to excellent
an individual meeting with a Medicare
end-of-life care. We’ll review the changes and
Ombudsman to answer your questions.
additions, and talk about how to make sure
Call the Senior Center at 303-651-8411 or
your advance care planning is as effective as
contact the front desk to sign up.
it can be. Presented by Kim Mooney, Hospice
Care of Boulder and Broomfield Counties.
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Caregiving Tips: Senior
Activities for People Paint-A-Thon
with Memory Loss Do you or someone
Activity #: 7226.100 you know need
Date: Friday, January 28 assistance with
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. painting your/their
Cost: $1.00 residents, home? Longmont
$2.00 non-resident Senior Services coordinates a volunteer
program that paints the homes of income
This class covers the importance of activities qualifying senior homeowners for FREE. If
for the person with dementia, and how to you would like to see photos of past projects,
design and structure activities that promote find out more information, or want help with
contented involvement and enhance the application, please sign up for a FREE
quality of life. This class is for family, friends, information session:
professionals and volunteer caregivers of
those with Alzheimer’s disease or a related Applications available:
dementia. call Molly McElroy at 303-651-8530
Applications due: Thursday, March 31
Also, consider attending the Lunch Bunch with
your loved one. Mondays, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Anticipated painting date: late July
at the Vistas, 9th Ave. & Hover St. Information Sessions:
See page 7.
Activity # 7227.100
Session #1: Friday, January 28
Time: 9:00 -10:00 a.m.
Activity # 7228.100
Session #2: Wednesday, February 16
Time: 9:00-10:00 a.m.
More learning opportunities throughout

the community can be found at Life
Longmont Learning website:
www.lifelongmontlearning.com
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Health & Wellness Services
Be proactive and preventive about your
health care by stopping by our office to
chat with the PrestigePLUS nurse. This clinic
will help you stay alert about your health.
Office Hours: Mon.-Thu., 9:00 a.m. - noon Have your blood pressure, weight, pulse,
and 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. oximetry and blood sugar checked and
Closed: Fridays discuss other health concerns.
Telephone: 303-651-5080
Location: Longmont Senior Center See page 1 for more information.
Wellness Clinic Therapeutic Services

2nd & 4th Mondays The following Therapeutic Services are
Time: 8:00 a.m. - noon currently offered at PrestigePLUS:
WALK-IN
• Massage Therapy/Chair Massage
OPEN TO ALL
• CranioSacral Therapy
NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY!
• Oncology Massage
• Maya Abdominal Massage
Medication Review • Reflexology
First Monday of each month, • Reiki - Energy Work
(except Labor Day) 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. • Shiatsu (acupressure)
A pharmacist from Longmont United
Hospital offers 30 minute consults Detailed information describing the various
on medication management at the therapies, fees and schedules is available
PrestigePLUS office. at the PrestigePLUS office. Please stop
Call 303-651-5080 for an appointment. by or call 303-651-5080 to schedule an
appointment.
Get to Know Us/You
Come find out about PrestigePLUS Wellness Consulting
and what we can offer you. Meetings PrestigePLUS offers Wellness Consulting on
are the first Friday of each month from an individual basis. Our nurse will work with
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. you in assessing your current level of health
Call us for details at 303-651-5080. and satisfaction with all aspects of your life
(body, mind and spirit). She will help you
Outreach Clinic determine your readiness to change, set
3rd Wednesday, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. health and wellness goals, and follow up
Eagle Place Community Room, on those goals. Call 303-651-5080 for an
6786 N. 79th Street, Niwot appointment.
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Health & Wellness Services
Acupuncture for Destressing Clinics Advance Planning
Date: Wednesdays Assistance
Time: Drop-in from 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Services
Cost: $15.00 per session
We can help
$10.00 per session
you review
for PrestigePLUS members
and update
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing your advance
system based on the principle that health is medical
maintained by a balanced flow of energy, or directives (living
chi, throughout our bodies. Acupuncture will, medical power
for Destressing uses ear acupuncture of attorney, Five Wishes)
points to unleash endorphins which help or provide you with the new documents.
to calm the sympathetic nervous system. We can also discuss ethical wills and other
This can relieve stress and cravings and forms of personal legacies, if you wish. Call
reduce chronic pain. The technique not 303-651-5080 for an appointment with the
only balances, but brings one a sense of PrestigePLUS Program Coordinator.
feeling more centered and relaxed, yet alert.
Sessions are 45 minutes long and take place
in a community setting. Serious illness can turn our lives completely
upside down and change everything about
Foot Care Clinic what we feel and believe. Often we are no
Date: 2nd & 4th Fridays longer able to define ourselves by what we
Time: Noon - 4:45 p.m. can accomplish. It’s not the life we wanted.
Cost: $45.00 - 1st assessment You may be experiencing the most trying
$30.00 for follow-up visits years of your life as you navigate unfamiliar
There is an extra charge for home visits or territory with your chronic illness. How can
special needs. we learn to embrace an imperfect” life?
Sharing, support and encouragement are
Foot care is offered by a registered nurse vital to sustain you on your journey with
and includes short foot massage, foot bath, chronic illness. For questions and more
nail and callous care. Perfect for those with information contact Lynn Dananay, RN, MS,
diabetes and anyone who may have special 303-485-3474
foot care needs. Other times also available
at alternate sites. Call Summer Cares LLC at If you or a loved one are
303-651-5224 for an appointment. affected by fibromyalgia you may
be interested in attending
Tools and Tips for Surviving
and Thriving with Fibromyalgia”.
Refer to page 18.
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Exercise
Looking for
something new?
Check out our N” Balance class or
the Ultimate Brain Performance
class found on page 19.
CLASS ACTIVITY # DAYS/TIME DATES COST

Mon./Wed./Fri. $32 for 18 classes
Aerobic Fitness Class Drop-In Ongoing Class
8:00 - 9:00 a.m. $18 for 10 classes
7503.100 Dec. 7-28 $28 (R) $33(NR)
Feldenkrais Method® Tuesdays
7503.101 Jan. 4-25 $28 (R) $33 (NR)
Easy Movement 7503.102
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Feb. 1-22 $28 (R) $33 (NR)
Thursdays Jan. 13 – Feb. 24.
Qi Gong 7505.100 $48 (R) $57(NR)
10:30 - 11:30 a.m. No class Jan. 27
Pilates 7506.100 Dec. 6-27 $29 (R) $34 (NR)
Mondays
No class 1/17 7506.101 Jan. 3-31 $29 (R) $34 (NR)
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
No class 2/21 7506.102 Feb. 7-28 $22 (R) $26 (NR)
7507.100 Dec. 1-29 $36 (R) $43 (NR)
Wednesdays
Pilates 7507.101 Jan. 5-26 $29 (R) $34 (NR)
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
7507.102 Feb. 2-23 $29 (R) $34 (NR)
Senior Conditioning 7508.100 Dec. 2-30 $27 (R) $33 (NR)
Tues. & Thurs.
St. Vrain Memorial Building, 7508.101 Jan. 4-27 $24 (R) $29 (NR)
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
700 Longs Peak Ave. 7508.103 Feb. 1-24 $24 (R) $29 (NR)
Strength Training 7509.100 Dec. 2-30 $27 (R) $33 (NR)
Tues. & Thurs.
9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Yoga - Active Adults 7510.100 Dec. 6-20 $21 (R) $25 (NR)
Mondays
No class 1/17 7510.101 Jan. 10-31 $21 (R) $25 (NR)
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
No class 2/21 7510.102 Feb. 7-28 $21 (R) $25 (NR)
Gentle Yoga (beginner) 7511.100 Dec. 1-29 $35 (R) $42 (NR)
Wednesdays
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
7512.100 Dec. 1-29 $40 (R) $48 (NR)
Wednesdays
Wu Tai Chi 7512.101 Jan. 5-26 $32 (R) $38 (NR)
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
7512.102 Feb. 2-23 $32 (R) $38 (NR)
Tues. & Thus. On going class
Latin Flair $32 for 18 classes
Drop-in 11:30 a.m. -12:30 Purchase activity
Aerobics to a Latin beat $18 for 10 classes
p.m. Card
7513.100 Dec. 7-28 $20 (R) $24 (NR)
Tuesdays
Line Dance 7513.101 Jan. 4-25 $20 (R) $24 (NR)
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
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Exercise
Aerobic Qi Gong
Fitness Class Qi Gong is the ancient practice of energy
Registration is ongoing. This fun, uplifting class cultivation which allows one to access their
provides aerobic exercises to improve your healer within.” Qi is your internal vital life force
health, make you feel good and start your day energy. This ancient, powerful and simple
with positive energy. The Y.M.C.A. provides mind/body/spirit practice includes gentle,
instructors. Jeanie has been teaching for the rhythmic body movements, self massage,
past several years and her students love the breath work and meditation. The positive
class. It is a great workout. If you have never effects of Qi Gong include overall health
tried this class, we offer the first one free so you improvement, an increased sense of well-being
can try the activity. It is never too late to start and healing from disease/illness. Your teacher
exercising and improve your health. will be Randi Savage RN, MS, Lic. Acupuncturist.
She has been teaching Qi Gong for over 9 years.
Randi is trained as a Classical Five Element
Feldenkrais Method® - Acupuncturist and incorporates Chinese
Easy Movement medicine theory into her classes.
Would you like to regain flexibility, improve
your balance, coordination, and reduce Pilates
tension and pain? In these Awareness Through Discover this popular modality of core
Movement® classes, you will be guided strengthening and improve your flexibility,
through a series of movements designed to relieve joint pain and increase your peace
allow your body to of mind and breathing capacity. Kathy Kerr,
move more easily. certified Pilates instructor, will give you individual
Regain flexibility and attention and focus. All levels of fitness welcome.
improve balance Most work will be done on the floor on a mat.
as you slowly and
gently complete each
movement. This class Senior Conditioning
is excellent for those If you want to start exercising, this is the perfect
with neurological class for you! Learn the basics behind strength
issues such as MS, training - starting by working on different
Parkinson’s, and those muscle groups, learning proper techniques and
recovering from body alignment. You will work with various
stroke. People with types of equipment such as balls, bands, steps
such issues, who are and hand weights, and learn things you can
not seniors, may also do at home, too. This class gives you an all
attend this class at the in one” workout and may even include some
non-resident rate. This mild cardio to get your heart rate elevated in
class will be done on a addition to building and toning muscles. It is
chair or on the floor on never too late to get in shape! This class will
thick mats depending be offered in the St. Vrain Memorial Building,
on your abilities. located at 700 Longs Peak Ave.
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Exercise
Strength Training Wu Style Tai Chi (evening class)
Increase bone mass, This evening class is taught by Lillian
muscle strength and Koenigsberg. Tai Chi is used to reduce stress,
reduce the risk of increase flexibility, improve muscle strength,
osteoporosis with a increase energy, stamina and agility and
training program that will increase feelings of well-being.
teach you to improve your
strength, balance, posture Latin Flair
and reduce your risk from This exercise class, formerly known as Zumba,
injury by building and will combine Latin music and movements for
toning muscles. Please a full body workout that will get your blood
note in order to enroll in flowing and help you feel better over all.
this class you must have Class incorporates fun music and a variety
previously taken the of moves that will stretch, tone, and help
Senior Conditioning class you strengthen your major muscle groups.
or receive permission from Our instructors Maegan Dolloff and Natalie
the instructor. This class will be offered in the St. Lovestadt will help you learn the steps to
Vrain Memorial Building, 700 Longs Peak Ave. better health in this energizing class.
Yoga for Active Adults Line Dancing

Experience for yourself how yoga is a great “5-6-7-8 and two to
way to improve total well being. Flexibility, the left, two to the
strength, balance, breathing, and relaxation right and slide!”
will be taught. Participants should be able to Join Terry Wallace,
get up and down off the floor since we explore your instructor,
reclining, sitting, and standing poses. Please in this wonderful
bring 1 sturdy blanket or 2 large beach towels form of exercise.
and a yoga mat, if you have one. New students The benefits of
please come to the first class 10 minutes early. line dancing are
Instructor: Gwyn Cody. many - control of
high blood pressure
Gentle Yoga and cholesterol, stress
(Beginner Oriented - hosted at the St. Vrain management, reduce risk of
Memorial Building) heart disease, strengthen bones and muscles
This class is a very easy and gentle class. without hurting your joints, and improve your
People with MS, Parkinson’s and arthritis posture and balance. This in turn can prevent
have all found this class to be helpful. Yoga falls, increase your stamina and flexibility and
is a great way to improve total well-being. build confidence and it gets even better! Not
Techniques will improve breathing, flexibility, only is it a physical activity but it will keep your
strength, balance, and relaxation. Please bring brain active and you get to socialize and have a
2 blankets or a yoga mat. lot of fun all at once.
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Sports/Outdoors
Drop in Sports
Badminton Table Tennis
Wednesdays and Fridays Wednesdays and Fridays
Time: 9:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Time: 9:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: 50¢ per session Cost: 50¢ per session
Join other table tennis enthusiasts for some
Join this fun group for a rousing game and a
friendly competition. Equipment provided.
good workout. Badminton is great. Have you
played recently? Stop in and try it. Equipment
provided. Volleyball
Date: Fridays, continues to the
end of March 2011
Pickleball – GOOD NEWS - Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Two courts available at the Recreation Center,
Location: St. Vrain Memorial Building,
310 Quail Rd.
700 Longs Peak Ave.
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $1.75 per session or
Fees payable at the front desk of the Recreation Senior Center Activity Card
Center. Check out this fun, unique game. It
All levels of players are welcome! You don’t
is best described as a hybrid of tennis and
have to be a great player or in great shape to
badminton.
play. Enjoy the camaraderie of other volleyball
enthusiasts and get some exercise too. This is
an ongoing activity. A drop-in fee of $1.75 is
collected each session (afternoon) or you may
purchase a Senior Center activity card with 10
or 18 uses on them.
Organized Sport Leagues

Softball – Coming in the spring Colorado Senior Softball League, for those ages
50+ interested in playing in a formal league. Organizational meeting will be held Friday,
February 25, 9:00 a.m.
Volleyball - The Colorado Senior Volleyball Association begins the winter league January 5.
This league is for senior volleyball teams (age 50+) throughout the Front Range metro area.
If you are interested in joining a team in the Colorado Association of Senior Volleyball or need
more information, call Theresa at 303-651-8578 or e-mail to theresa.schulte@ci.longmont.co.us.
Currently, teams are practicing on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Longmont
Recreation Center.
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Sports/Outdoors
Organized Sports
Snowshoe Outings
OUTDOORS: This is a great way to get out and enjoy the
outdoors. When snowshoeing, you should plan
Alpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing and to be in the outdoor elements for at least a few
Snowshoe hours. The distance traveled will be determined
RTD and ELDORA Mountain Resort collaborate by the groups’ progress and is based more on
to offer seniors skiing on Tuesdays beginning time and conditions. The group stays with the
January 4, and continuing through March 29. leaders. Be sure to dress warmly and in layers –
The cost for the round trip RTD SeniorRide to wear waterproof pants, boots, and outerwear.
Eldora is $5.00 for those 65+ and $10.00 for Remember to bring along water, snacks, and your
all other ages. Please take note, this is the lunch – you’ll be eating on the trail. You should be
estimated price increase this year. in good health and able to walk at a decent pace.
Check in at the Senior Center by 8:00 a.m. The Snowshoeing can be strenuous exercise. You will
bus will depart approximately 8:10 a.m. and be responsible for getting your own equipment.
return approximately 3:00 p.m. Cost for the Mini bus transportation is provided. Based on
downhill ticket will be $22.00 and cross country snow conditions, the destination may change.
trail fees are $12.00. Refunds are not given for a change of location
unless the new location is a greater level of
If you have questions regarding this program, difficulty. If you are unfamiliar with snowshoeing,
call Theresa at 303-651-8578 or e-mail Theresa equipment, or would like a refresher, we highly
at theresa.schulte@ci.longmont.co.us. recommend our Snowshoe Workshop.
Day: Thursdays
Check-in: 8:15 a.m., Depart: 8:30 a.m.
Snowshoe Workshop Return: 3:00 p.m.
Activity # 7900.100 Cost: $5.50 resident, $6.50 non-resident (For a full
Date: Thursday, January 6 refund, cancel by Monday prior to the outing.)
Time: 9:00 – 11: 00 a.m.
Join fellow snowshoers at Jan 13 – Bear Lake area**
the 2nd Annual Snowshoe Workshop. Activity #7901.100 Level: easy
Note: This outing will be led by a RMNP ranger.
• For all new and experienced snowshoers;
• About the Center’s 2011 snowshoe program Jan 27 – Peacefull Valley
• Reading Colorado winter weather Activity # 7902.100 Level: easy-moderate
• Pointers on how to snowshoe and have a
Feb 10 – Glacier Gorge/Sprague Lake**
safe experience
Activity # 7903.100 Level: easy
• Review different types of snowshoes, what
to wear, and gear to pack Feb 24 – Eugenia Mine
• And more, along with answering your questions Activity # 7904.100 Level: easy-moderate
** In Rocky Mountain National Park you will need a pass or you can pay a one-day fee
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Trips
Trip & Registration
Information
Trips are scheduled on various modes Trip Registration
of transit: mini buses, school buses LOTTERY INFORMATION
and coach buses. The style of bus is In fairness for all and to eliminate the
dependent upon cost, size of group, need to arrive early, we will use a lottery
time and distance traveled, as well as format. Numbers will be distributed to
availability of buses. We always try to participants at 2:00 p.m. Corresponding
be cost efficient and comfort oriented. numbers will then be placed in a tumbler
and drawn randomly. When your number
Departure times are definite. We do not is called, you will have the opportunity
wait for participants past the designated to register for trips. Participants must
departure time either from the Senior Center be present when their number is called
or returning to the Senior Center. to keep things running smoothly. If you
arrive after 2:00 p.m., your number will be
Return times are approximate. Please do added to the tumbler after you are seated.
not schedule appointments close to the You may register for yourself and one
return times, we never know when delays other senior.
may occur.
TRIP PICK-UP AND RETURN LOCATION
Bus seat assignments are made at the time Longmont Senior Center
of check-in. Participants draw a seat number 910 Longs Peak Ave.
for themselves and one other person (shared
seating). These assigned seats are used both Customers going out on trips, please park
going to and from the trip destination. your vehicles at the east end of the parking
lot, leaving the spaces closest to the
Cancellations must be received by the building for customers coming and going
dates printed in The GO if a full credit or throughout the day. Thank you.
refund is to be received. After that date, a
partial credit or refund may be issued only
if the spot is resold. Cancellations must be
processed through the Senior Center. When
possible, the staff will attempt to resell your
spot to the first person on the waiting list,
or you may give your ticket to a person of
your choice. Please call 303-651-8442,
if you do so.
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Trips
Boulder Cork Restaurant
Activity # 8001.100 Tuesday, Jan. 4
Activity # 8001.101 Tuesday, Jan. 11
Being in business for over 40 years is a
testimony regarding the consistent high quality
service and delicious food which await you on
this trip to north east Boulder. The menu prices
range from $10 – $16 for their unique entrees
and salads.
Check-in: 10:30 a.m.
Depart: 10:45 a.m.
Return: 1:30 p.m.
LUNCH WAGON Cost: $5.50 resident, $6.50 non-resident
Each month we will visit a different restaurant Transportation: Senior Services Mini Bus
for a nice or casual lunch, depending on the Includes: Trip escort and transportation.
restaurant and dining style. Seating limited to Sign up: November 20, cancel by Wed. Dec.
Senior Services mini bus. 29 or Jan. 5, (according to which trip you are
taking) for full refund.
Okole Maluna Restaurant
Activity # 8000.100 Tuesday, December 7 The Huckleberry Restaurant
Activity # 8000.101 Tuesday, December 14 Activity # 8002.100 Tuesday, Feb. 1
Activity # 8002.101 Tuesday, Feb. 8
Aloha! Experience Hawaiian and Pacific Rim
cuisine in this unique restaurant, located in The Huckleberry serves lunch in an atmosphere
Windsor. Rooted with flavors rich in tradition, of fun, creative comfort. The food is created to
Okole Maluna Grill blends classic island dishes be funky country - real food you recognize and
with new –edged fusion. Island born chef, Andy love with a modern twist. They take American
Higa is pleased to share his passion and culture classics and add a hint of culinary sophistication
with the most curious palates. to appeal to a wide variety of discerning palates.
The chef has created a pre-set limited menu for
Check-in: 10:15 a.m. our group.
Depart: 10:30 a.m.
Return: 1:30 p.m. Check-in: 10:30 a.m.
Cost: $5.50 resident, $6.50 non-resident Depart: 10:45 a.m.
Transportation: Senior Services mini bus Return: 1:30 p.m.
Includes: Trip escort and transportation. Cost: $20.00 resident, $25.00 non-resident
Sign up: November 20, cancel by Wed. Dec. 1, Transportation: Senior Services Mini Bus
or Dec. 8, (according to which trip you are taking) Includes: Trip escort, transportation, and lunch.
for full refund. Sign up: November 20, cancel by Wed Jan. 26
or Feb. 2, (according to which trip you are taking)
for full refund.
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CASINO TRIPS Doc Holliday Casino, Central City
Mardi Gras Casino, Black Hawk Activity # 8005.100
Activity # 8003.100 Date: Monday, January 10
Date: Wednesday, December 1 Doc Holiday is a charming historical building
This New Orleans themed casino is a favorite of that houses 240+ slots, friendly staff and a
many locals, with over 650 of your favorite slot and coupon book for our group with free hot dog
video games. Or try your luck at one of numerous and cookie, and a raffle ticket for random
table games from black jack, poker, craps or drawing.
roulette. Enjoy the elegance, color and excitement Check in: 8:40 a.m.
of the Golden Mardi Gras Casino. The casino Depart: 9:00 a.m.
package includes cash back after a minimum of Return: 4:30 p.m.
points reached on their players slot card. Cost: $15.00 resident, $18.00 non-resident
Check in: 8:40 a.m. Transportation: Coach bus
Depart: 9:00 a.m. Includes: Trip escort and transportation.
Return: 4:30 p.m. Sign up: Begins November 20,
Cost: $15.00 resident, $18.00 non-resident cancel by Jan. 4, for full refund.
Transportation: Coach bus
Includes: Trip escort and transportation. Mardi Gras Casino, Black Hawk
Sign up: Begins November 20, Activity # 8006.100
cancel by Nov. 25, for full refund. Date: Friday, February 4
This New Orleans
Lady Luck Casino, Black Hawk themed casino is
Activity # 8004.100 a favorite of many
Date: Thursday, December 30 locals, with over 650
Lady Luck Casino features over 575 slot of your favorite slot
machines from penny to high limit machines. and video games. Or
You’re sure to find your favorite game in your try your luck at one of
luckiest denominations. The casino encourages numerous table games from black jack, poker,
every player to join their slot club for great craps or roulette. Enjoy the elegance, color and
rewards. For every 100 unadjusted bonus points excitement of the Golden Mardi Gras Casino.
earned, each player will receive $5.00 same-day The casino package includes cash back after a
cash back, and food discounts. minimum of points reached on their players slot
card.
Check in: 8:40 a.m.
Depart: 9:00 a.m. Check in: 8:40 a.m.
Return: 4:30 p.m. Depart: 9:00 a.m.
Cost: $15.00 resident, $18.00 non-resident Return: 4:30 p.m.
Transportation: Coach bus Cost: $15.00 resident, $18.00 non-resident
Includes: Trip escort and transportation. Transportation: Coach bus
Sign up: Begins November 20, Includes: Trip escort and transportation.
cancel by Dec. 23, for full refund. Sign up: Begins November 20,
cancel by Jan 31, for full refund.
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Trips
Georgetown Christmas Market Heritage Square Music Hall: I’ll Be
Activity # 8007.100 Home For Christmas…a USO Show
Saturday, December 4 Activity #8008.100
Each December the town of Georgetown Monday, December 6
transforms into a bustling Christmas scene Always a favorite! This talented group of actors
reminiscent of Christmas of long ago. and musicians is sure to leave you wondering how
Thousands come to this tiny mountain town the time went by so fast. Dinner includes a crisp
to experience a traditional holiday where and extensive salad bar, carved roast beef, baked
Christmas hasn’t changed in 100 years: roasted chicken, baked fish, chef choice entrées, fresh soup,
chestnuts, holiday shopping, horse-drawn potato dishes, fresh steamed vegetables, breads,
hot/iced tea, coffee, milk, and dessert. Heritage
wagon rides through historic Georgetown,
Square Music Hall is located in Golden. (Note: It is an
and wonderful sights and smells. Visitors enjoy uphill walk from the parking lot to the venue and the
appearances by St. Nicholas in his traditional dining facility is up three flights of stairs.)
dress and the daily procession of the Santa
Lucia, as well as carolers in Victorian costume, Check in: 4:00 p.m., Depart: 4:15 p.m.
Return: 10:30 p.m.
and other family entertainment. Christmas Cost: $64.00 resident, $76.00 non-resident
Market features an outdoor European Transportation: Coach bus
marketplace with handcrafted gifts in addition Includes: Trip escort, buffet dinner,
to Georgetown’s charming year-round performance, and transportation.
shopping experience. This is a high altitude, Sign up: Begins November 20,
8512 feet, out door experience. Be sure to cancel by November 29, for full refund.
dress accordingly for the weather and be ready
to stand and walk through the town and the Hammond’s Candies & Cherry
marketplace. Lunch will be at a restaurant or Creek Shopping Center
vendor of your choice. Activity #8009.100
Thursday, December 16
Check in: 8:15 a.m.
Depart: 8:30 a.m. This is sure to be a sweet day for you! Hammond’s has
Return: 4:00 p.m. been making candy specialties since 1929, famous
for their lollipops, flat taffy, almond toffee and ribbon
candies. You’ll have a chance to watch them in action
Transportation: Coach bus as they produce lots of treats for the holiday season,
Includes: Trip escort and transportation. they even make Hanukkah candy. Following the 30
Sign up: Begins November 20, minute tour, you can visit the candy store to pick up
cancel by Nov. 30, for full refund. some of the freshest candy, made on site. Then the
group will head to Cherry Creek for lunch and a little
shopping. For lunch you can choose from a variety of
places, from fast food to causal sit down dining.
Check in: 8:45 a.m., Depart: 9:00 a.m.
Return: 4:00 p.m.
Includes: Trip escort, tour and transportation.
Sign up: Begins November 20,
40 cancel by Dec. 10, for full refund.
Trips
Holiday Lights Tour and CO Historical Society:
Dinner at White Fence Farm Life in a Colorado Mountain
Activity #8010.100 Town at the End of the Ice Age
Tuesday, December 21 Activity #8012.100
Come see the glittering lights and the fanciful Tuesday, January 18
sights on this bus tour of the holiday season
Ongoing excavations of the Mountaineer
offerings around Denver. We’ll head to the City
and County Building in downtown Denver, into site in Gunnison County have yielded one of
neighborhoods and into slices of color around the oldest communities in North America.
the city to entertain your eye. The evening will On top of W” Mountain, archaeologists
begin with a scrumptious family-style chicken have discovered substantial houses of
dinner at the beautifully decorated White Fence Folsom hunters who lived in the Colorado
Farm in Lakewood. Come along and let us put mountains 10,400 years ago. Remains of the
the holiday twinkle in your eye! ancient architecture, stone tools, and animal
bones bear witness to a lifeway and social
Check in: 3:30 p.m., Depart: 3:45 p.m.
Return: 10:30 p.m. organization once thought to be nomadic and
Cost: $46.00 resident, $52.00 non-resident austere, but seen at this site to be more settled
Transportation: Coach bus and secure. Join Dr. Mark Stiger of Western
Includes: Trip escort, dinner, guided tour of State College in Gunnison as he reveals his
lights, and transportation. analyses into how these Folsom pioneers
Sign up: Begins November 20. conducted their daily lives. This lecture is held
Cancel by December 14, for full refund. in the museum’s Boettcher Auditorium and is
followed by a short reception.
Downtown Aquarium Check in: 11:15 a.m.
Activity # 8011.100 Depart: 11:30 a.m.
Friday, January 7 Return: 3:30 p.m.
A visit to this place (located in Denver) where Cost: $16.00 resident, $19.00 non-resident
you can look at life under the sea, learn about Transportation: Senior Services mini bus
beach critters, experience a flash flood and Includes: Trip escort, presentation,
hear the roar of Sumatran Tigers is a wonderful and transportation.
diversion from the winter doldrums. Take Sign up: Begins November 20.
your time exploring the 9 various exhibits and Cancel by January 12, for full refund.
enjoy lunch surrounded by a 150,000 gallon
aquarium. Most lunch items are $9.00 – $12.00,
lunch costs on your own.
Check in: 9:00 a.m., Depart: 9:15 a.m.
Return: 4:00 p.m.
Includes: Trip escort, admission ticket and
transportation.
Cancel by Jan. 3, for full refund. 41
Trips
Cirque Du Soleil – Alegria Vicki Lawrence And Mama:
Activity # 8013.100 A Two-Woman Show
Friday, January 21 Activity # 8014.100
Alegría is a mood, a state of mind. The themes Saturday, January 29
of the show, whose name means jubilation” Join the multi-talented,
in Spanish, are many. Power and the handing Emmy Award winning
down of power over time, the evolution from comedienne and
ancient monarchies to modern democracies, old legendary cast member
age, youth—it is against this backdrop that the of the Carol Burnett
characters of Alegría play out their lives. Kings’ Show,” Vicki Lawrence,
fools, minstrels, beggars, old aristocrats and in her hilarious show
children make up its universe, along with the Vicki Lawrence and
clowns, who alone are able to resist the passing Mama: A Two-Woman
of time and the social transformations that Show.” Lawrence was a high school senior when
accompany it. Performance takes place at the chosen to become part of the now-legendary
Broomfield Events Center. cast of The Carol Burnett Show.” During her
Check in: 2:00 p.m. time on the show, Lawrence created the role
Depart: 2:15 p.m. for which she is most remembered—Thelma
Return: 7:00 p.m. Harper or Mama,” a beloved character who
Cost: $78.00 resident, $88.00 non-resident would inspire her own sitcom, Mama’s Family.”
Transportation: Coach bus You won’t want to miss Vicki and Mama in this
Includes: Trip escort, show ticket and hilarious mixture of stand-up comedy, music
transportation. and observations about real life. Mama is always
Sign up: Begins November 20, right…this will be a night to remember! May
cancel by Jan. 14, for full refund. contain hilarious adult material. Performance is
at Union Colony Theater, Greeley.
Check in: 5:45 p.m.
Depart: 6:00 p.m.
Return: 10:30 p.m.
Includes: Trip escort, show ticket and
transportation.
cancel by Jan. 25, for full refund.
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Trips
Celestial Seasonings and Sleigh Ride Fun and Dining
Leanin’ Tree Gallery Tour Activity # 8016.100
Activity # 8015.100 Friday, February 11
Monday, February 7 We are headed to the high country for an
These two Boulder County originals are a entertaining day with good food and beautiful
favorite touring spot for locals and out of scenery. The group will head to Granby for
towners.” Celestial Seasonings has been the a sleigh ride to the lodge where the cowboys
most advanced tea producing facility for will serve up a delicious meal of steak, trout
decades, creating delicious teas and artful or chicken accompanied with baked potato,
packaging. On this 45 minute tour you can ranch beans, garlic bread and fruit crisp
see the workings of the facility and then have dessert. Following lunch you’ll ride the sleigh
time to shop in their specialty shop and lunch to the bus for the return ride home. Along the
in the cafeteria. Lunch costs will be on your route you can enjoy the winter scenery of the
own. After that, your group will go down the mountains. Please bring along appropriate
road to Leanin’ Tree Museum and Scuplture wear for the sleigh ride – hat, gloves, boots,
Garden of Western Art. At Leanin’ Tree you etc. Sleigh ride and lunch are in Granby which
will find over 250 paintings and 150 bronze is at 8,000 feet elevation and you’ll go over
sculptures created by over 100 artists, in this Berthoud Pass at 12,000 feet.
private corporate museum. The collection Check in: 8:15 a.m.
consists of cowboys, Indians, wildlife and Depart: 8:30 a.m.
landscapes. Tours here are self guided. A Return: 4:00 p.m.
great outing and close to home. Cost: $78.00 resident, $88.00 non-resident
Check in: 9:40 a.m. Transportation: Coach Bus
Depart: 9:50 a.m. Includes: Trip escort, sleigh ride, lunch and
Return: 3:00 p.m. transportation.
Cost: $7.00 resident, $8.00 non-resident Sign up: Begins November 20.
Transportation: Mini bus Cancel by Feb. 4, for full refund.
Includes: Trip escort and transportation.
Sign up: Begins November 20.
Cancel by Feb. 1, for full refund.
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Trips
CO Historical Society: Lincoln, Mid Winter Bluegrass Festival
the Crisis Over Slavery, and the Activity # 8018.100
Saturday, February 19
Creation of the Colorado Territory
Activity # 8017.100 Non-stop music! The 26th annual Bluegrass
Tuesday, February 15 Festival has two music stages featuring the
following groups: Bluegrass Patriots, Steel
The history of the Pennies, Long Road Home, Giddyup Kitty,
Colorado Territory and more! The vendors’ fair includes regional
is generally seen artisans displaying their instruments, art, and
through the other wares. See the sights, enjoy the music,
lens of the Pike’s and have fun. Hosted at the Ramada Inn in
Peak Gold Rush, Northglenn.
when thousands
of young men Check in: 10:45 a.m.
streamed into Depart: 11:00 a.m.
western Kansas in Return: 5:30 p.m.
1858 and 1859 to Cost: $47.00 resident, $56.00 non-resident
seek their fortune. Transportation: Coach Bus
Yet the territory Includes: Trip escort, entrance to festival,
owes just as much and transportation.
of its history to Sign up: Begins November 20.
the battle over Cancel by February 11, for full refund.
slavery waged in the East. Dr. Susan Shulten of
the University of Denver helps us reconsider the
events, personalities, and crises that created the
Colorado Territory, just as the nation descended
into civil war. Though Abraham Lincoln never
traveled to the far West, his political legacy –
and that of the war itself – remains manifest in
Colorado. This lecture is held in the museum’s
Boettcher Auditorium and is followed by a
short reception.
Check in: 11:15 a.m.
Depart: 11:30 a.m.
Return: 3:30 p.m.
Transportation: Senior Services mini bus
Includes: Trip escort, presentation, and
transportation.
Cancel by February 8, for full refund.
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Trips
Church Basement
Ladies 2 - A Second Helping
Activity # 8019.100
Sunday, February 20
Get back to the
basement with the
latest…newest…
and most hilarious
version of the hit
Church Basement
Ladies! This time
around, the year is Fine Arts at Four:
1969 and the world Rocky Mountain Banjos
is changing. As Activity # 8020.100
folks protest the Vietnam War and woman are Sunday, February 27
demanding equal pay for equal work, in their
small rural Minnesota community, the ladies The vibrant, energetic, toe-tapping
of the Lutheran church basement kitchen are arrangements guarantee an unforgettable
dealing with changes of their own. The Church afternoon of music for those who love life and
Basement Ladies take us from serving the High love fun. The Rocky Mountain Banjos consist
School students at the Luther League Banquet of tenor, plectrum and five string banjos along
to a church sponsored Missionary Night, to the with an accordion, tuba, washboard, spoons,”
rise and fall of the Viking’s Super Bowl Sunday. and a gut bucket” bass. How’s that for fun and
From the elderly matriarch of the kitchen to the variety! This group is performing as part of the
young mom-to-be, these women find strength Fine Arts at Four series. You may bring food on
in each other as they deal with the joys and the bus to help tide you over because we will be
upheavals from below the House of God! returning close to 6:30 p.m.
You’ll laugh until your sidedish hurts” with their Check in: 2:15 p.m.
hilarious antics and down-to-earth charm from Depart: 2:30 p.m.
within the church basement. Performance is at Return: 6:30 p.m.
the Union Colony Theater in Greeley. Cost: $12.00 resident, $14.50 non-resident
Check in: 12:15 p.m. Transportation: School bus
Depart: 12:30 p.m. Includes: Trip escort, performance, and
Return: 5:30 p.m. transportation.
Cost: $47.00 resident, $55.00 non-resident Sign up: Begins November 20.
Transportation: Coach bus Cancel by February 21, for full refund.
Includes: Trip escort, show ticket and
transportation.
Cancel by Feb. 15, for full refund.
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Volunteer & Involvement
Senior Services
Opportunities
Are You Interested Longmont Computer
In Volunteering? Learning Center
Activity #7100.100 We welcome new coaches and instructors to
Date: Thursday, January 13 assist with SeniorNet computer classes that
Time: 9:00 a.m. are designed for, and led by seniors. Call
Start the new year with something fun! We 303-651-8495 for more information about
will briefly describe programs at the senior how you can help.
center, along with giving other agencies an
opportunity to talk about their programs. Become A Senior-To-Senior
Call Kari at 303-651-8495 for more information.
Peer Counselor
A valuable and rewarding opportunity awaits
Snow Chasers you. Peer Counselors are 55 +, warm and caring
This city-sponsored volunteer men and women who are selected for their
program is looking for innate skill, compassion and desire to help
neighbors of all ages to help others. You can use your life experience to help
neighbors. Volunteers are other elders work through life’s changes and
paired with elderly or disabled challenges. An eight week training program
citizens who need assistance will begin in September. For information and to
keeping their sidewalks safe apply call Ruth Waukau at 303-651-8414.
during the winter months.
Call Kari at 303-651-8495.
Compassionate Organizers
Volunteers wanted who are patient,
Snowshoe Leaders compassionate, and have time to help extreme
Exercise your mind, body, and heart! Help clutterers. Help is needed with organizing,
lead snowshoe hikes in the beautiful Colorado prioritizing and making decisions. Call Ruth
mountains. Call Kari at 303-651-8495 for more Waukau at 303-651-8414 for more information.
information.
Bulletin Board Organizer
Mountain Walk Leaders Creativity wanted! Our boards are in a constant
Do you enjoy leading groups for walks in the state of change as events come and go and as
mountains? The walks will begin in the spring people add their information. We’re looking for
and are intended to be an alternative for someone that enjoys organizing papers so that
people that want to visit the mountains, but the boards are an effective and attractive means
aren’t necessarily up for a hike. Please call Kari of communicating information. Please call Kari
at 303-651-8495 for more information. at 303-651-8495 for more information.
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Volunteer & Involvement
OTHER AGENCY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Longmont Meals on Wheels, 303-772-0540 Mayor’s Book Club, 303-774-3762
Longmont Meals on Wheels is in immediate The MBC is looking for two types of volunteers:
need of volunteer drivers and kitchen helpers. people that can assist with literacy training
A small investment on your part can make a for families (mostly the children’s activities);
world of difference in someone else’s life. and, people that can make phone calls to the
members in the evenings. They are in need
CareConnect, 303-443-1933
of bilingual (Spanish and English) speaking
CareConnect staff can help you find a
people primarily. Please call Linda Kopecky at
volunteer spot that’s right for you. We have
303-774-3762 for more information.
information about fun volunteer opportunities
and can answer your questions about creating
Volunteer Connection, 303-444-4904
a great volunteer experience. CareConnect
programs: Carry-Out Caravan, Medical
Mobility, Companionship and Fix-It.
ABOUT THE SENIOR CENTER

KGUD 90.7 – listener-supported community radio, 50+ Marketplace News available at the Senior
playing music with you in mind. The AARP show, Center monthly.
called Prime Time,” is heard every Saturday at 7:00
Via the internet at
a.m. Senior Moments” hosts an interview with a
www.ci.longmont.co.us/sen_ctr/index.htm
Senior Services staff person on Saturdays at 8:00
a.m., giving information on upcoming events and Local Channel 3 (Government Access Channel)
activities at the Longmont Senior Center. or Comcast Cable Channel 16.
Listen to K-Good” throughout the week for updates
Longmont Life - this bi-monthly newsletter is
and service announcements from the Senior Center.
mailed to homes in Longmont.
Life Longmont Learning - a new website Information and More …
offering an extensive listing of educational and Off of the lobby, there is a small room that contains
civic opportunities in Longmont. Many different current magazines, information on Senior Center
organizations contribute information about their programs, and a place to hang your coat. Near the
activities to this site at: www.lifelongmontlearning.com dining room there are a number of free publications
Daily Times-Call Regular Columns - thanks available for pickup at the magazine rack there.
to the Times-Call for generously supporting this Room Temperatures
regular news information piece: The room temperatures can vary in the building.
• 55 & Better column every other Saturday You might consider bringing a sweater if you are
in the Life Section. going to be here for a while.
eAlerts – This is an email alert system for Handicap Parking
community members to receive brief email notices One of the 20 handicap parking spaces is now
on various topics: Adults 55+, City Council News, restricted to side-loading vans only. Please look for
Environment, Golf, Jobs, and Community Programs this sign and know that if you park there, and don’t
and Events. To sign up for this free service go to have a side-loading van, you can be ticketed even if
the city’s website at www.ci.longmont.co.us, click you have a handicap placard. Please remember to
on Online Services, select Sign up for Longmont’s always display your handicap placard when parking
Email Subscription Service” and go from there. in one of these spaces. 47
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Resource Information, Programs and Services
VERONICA GARCIA Senior Services Resource Assistance Staff are
or available to assist older adults and family members
ELEANOR MONTOUR in locating and accessing resources and services.
303-651-8716 Housing, health care, form completion and access to
veronica.garcia@ci.longmont.co.us many other supports are offered. Contact Veronica
or Eleanor for information and assistance.
Vea nuestra sección de Español Ruth Waukau, a licensed clinical social worker, is
en las páginas R8 available for one-on-one and couples counseling.
She also facilitates and coordinates several
RUTH WAUKAU, LCSW support groups, supervises the Senior to Senior
303-651-8414 Peer Counseling program, and meets with family
ruth.waukau@ci.longmont.co.us members for caregiver consultations.
Respite Assistance for Caregivers

Call 303-651-8716 for details and qualification
information to access this financial assistance service.
A great source for information and resources. Long Term Care Ombudsman
Visit the accurate and comprehensive website at: Help and information for residents of nursing homes
and personal care facilities and their families to
www.bouldercountyhelp.org address concerns, compare facilities and resolve
Call: 303-441-1617 problems. Call 303-441-1173 for details.
Spanish speakers call: 303-441-1590
TTY: 303-441-3986 Lunch Bunch
Social activity for persons with early stage memory
Email: infoconnect@bouldercounty.org
loss. See pg. 7 in the GO.
Caregiving Support Groups Respite & Companion

There are two groups which offer resources, Volunteer Program
information and support from one caregiver to Trained and screened volunteers are matched
another in a facilitated group setting. Call Ruth at with older adults who live alone or with a family
303-651-8414 for information about either one. caregiver. Volunteers provide respite, a friendly visit
and a caring connection.
1st Monday, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Onsite respite Call Eleanor or Veronica at 303-651-8716 to find out
care is available for the evening group. This must more about getting a volunteer or becoming one.
be prearranged by calling Ruth at 303-651-8414 by
the Thursday before the Monday meeting you are
interested in attending. EMPLOYMENT
2nd Tuesday, noon - 1:30 p.m. The Longmont Workforce Boulder County office
(Focus on Alzheimer’s/dementia) located at 1500 Kansas Ave., offers assistance
between 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through
Caregiver Websites Friday. Ask to speak to an
Comprehensive website with information regarding Employment Specialist.
services and support for those caring for or about an After you have registered,
older adult. www.ci.longmont.co.us/sen_ctr/index.htm you can access other
and at www.bouldercountyhelp.org services.
Call 303-651-1510.
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COUNSELING
Individual and Family Counseling - Up to eight, free, confidential, brief therapy sessions are available for
older adults 55+ seeking emotional support regarding such things as life transitions, relationships, grief,
caregiving, etc. Family members or friends caring for an older person may also utilize this service as goals
relate to the caregiving experience. Call Ruth at 303-651-8414 for an appointment.
Senior to Senior - Senior Services has experienced, trained peer counseling volunteers who can provide
support and understanding from one senior to another. If you or someone you know could benefit from
having a confidential support person to help sort things out, contact Ruth at 303-651-8414.
HOSPICE CARE FOOD

Considered to be the model for quality, compassionate Carry-Out Caravan
care for people facing a life-limiting illness or injury, A free grocery shopping service. To place your
hospice and palliative care involve a team-oriented order, call 303-241-4426 on Tuesday afternoons
approach to expert medical care, pain management, between noon and 4:00 p.m. or Wednesday
and emotional and spiritual support expressly tailored mornings between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
to the person’s needs and wishes. Support is provided CareConnect volunteers fill orders and deliver to
to the person’s loved ones as well. The focus of hospice you on Wednesdays after 10:15 a.m. Thank you to
relies on the belief that each of us has the right to die Safeway, 1630 Pace Road.
pain-free and with dignity, and that our loved ones will
receive the necessary support to allow us to do so. Eldershare
Hospice care is covered under Medicare, Medicaid, Adults 60+ can receive supplemental food items
most private insurance plans, HMOs, and other twice a month at the Longmont YMCA. Maximum
managed care organizations. income of $1,173 per month for a family of
one, $1,575 for two. Call 303-652-1307 for an
Hospice of Boulder and Broomfield Counties is the only
application and information.
non-profit agency providing hospice services in our county.
Information regarding all hospice providers, FoodShare
including those who service the Longmont area, Call 1-800-933-7427 for information about this
may be found at www.bouldercountyhelp.org. cost-saving food program. A variety of packages
Click on Adult Home Health Care Services. are available from $16.00 to $30.00. Orders and
payment are required in advance. Pick up is the
Hospice of Boulder and
4th Saturday in Longmont. No age or income
Broomfield Counties: 303-449-7740
restrictions.
Family Hospice: 303-440-0205
Front Range Hospice: 303-957-3101 Home-delivered Meals
Heartland Homecare and Hospice: 303-926-1001 Meals on Wheels delivers meals to the
Agape Hospice: 720-252-3788 homebound Monday-Friday. Call 303-772-0540
one day in advance and for information on fees
Medicare Part D” Mondays and menus.
Open enrollment dates for Medicare Part D.
Lunch at the Senior Center
This is a great opportunity to review your medications
Meals are served Monday-Friday,
and make sure they are covered by your current plan.
11:30 a.m. - noon.
Individual sessions are provided by the Medicare
Call 303-772-0540 for menus and fees.
Ombudsman Program of Boulder County Aging
Services Division every Monday from 9:00 a.m. – noon Reservations are not required.
(except November 8), until December 13. Please call
303-651-8411 to schedule an appointment.
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FINANCIAL HOUSING
Medicare Ombudsman For information
Providing objective and referral
information and assistance regarding senior,
regarding Medicare benefits, HMOs, supplemental affordable, and
policies, rights and appeals. For assistance or to other housing
schedule an appointment, call 303-441-1546. programs, call Veronica at 303-651-8716.
Prescription Help A Boulder County Senior Housing Guide
Rx Assist is a free program sponsored by is available at the Senior Center front desk or online
St. Anthony’s Hospital. They will help you find at www.co.boulder.co.us/cs/ag/resources.html then
the most reasonably priced solutions to your click on Housing Guide.
prescription drug needs. Call 303-899-5581.
Community Housing Program
Frauds and Scams The City of Longmont offers homes for purchase at
1. Boulder County Consumer Affairs at 303-441-3700. below market prices. Applicants must meet income
2. To report financial exploitation locally, guidelines. For more information, call Molly McElroy
call Adult Protection at 303-441-1441. at 303-651-8530.
3. Denver District Attorney’s Fraud Assistance
Line at 720-874-8547. Housing Rehabilitation Programs
4. If you feel you have been a victim of a scam or The City offers these three programs for home
want to report suspected fraud, you can: improvement and access. Call Molly McElroy at
report financial exploitation online at 303-651-8530. Some programs require owner
www.aarpelderwatch.org. occupancy.
or by calling 1-800-222-4444.
- The General Rehab Program & Weatherization
Reverse Mortgage Information makes repairs to bring your home up to code,
Call Boulder County Housing Authority at correct health and safety issues or make your home
720-564-2279. more energy efficient.
Home Foreclosure Prevention
- The Accessibility Program - gives you or a family
Call Boulder County Housing Authority at
member full access to your home by installing
720-564-2279 or Colorado Foreclosure Prevention
ramps, widening doorways, lowering cabinets, etc.
Hotline at 1-877-601-4673.
Tax Help - The Emergency Grant Program - helps
Call Colorado Taxpayer Advocate Service at with emergency repair to major systems that
303-446-1012. unexpectedly fail, including furnaces or water
heaters.
Medicare/Social Security
Medicare - www.medicare.gov or 1-800-633-4227.
Social Security - http://ssa.gov/ or 1-800-772-1213. New to Medicare?
3rd Monday of the month
Bill Payer Program This class is held monthly for small groups or
Bill Payer volunteers provide checkbook balancing individuals who are just beginning Medicare.
and bill paying services for low-income older There is time for both a group presentation and a
adults and people with disabilities who remain meeting with a Medicare Ombudsman to answer
in control of their finances, but need some help your individual questions. Call the Senior Center
keeping things in order. 303-774-4432 or at 303-651-8411 or contact the front desk to sign
bill.payer@ci.longmont.co.us up. Fall dates are listed on pg. 28.
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IN-HOME SERVICES
Audio Information Network of Colorado - This volunteer-based service provides access to ink-based
materials through broadcast and audio information for Colorado’s blind, visually impaired and print-
handicapped individuals. Call 303-786-7777 for more information.
Book Delivery Service - Longmont Library has a service of delivering books to homebound persons.
If you or someone you know is interested in receiving books or being a volunteer to deliver books,
please call Debbie Puzo at 303-651-8795.
Fix-It Folks - Volunteer Fix-it Folks are available to come to your home to make minor repairs and install
grab bars. You purchase the necessary supplies. Call CareConnect at 303-443-1933 ext. 408.
Home Health Care Guide - This guide is available from the Longmont Senior Center front desk or online at
www.co.boulder.co.us/cs/ag/resources.html, choose Home Healthcare.
Home & Community Based Services - For individuals needing assistance to remain in their homes or
assisted living and who are nursing home eligible. Call Adult Care Management at 303-439-7011.
SAFETY
Personal Locator System - Colorado Life Trak is a personal locator system operated by the Boulder
County Sheriff’s office and local law enforcement. Individuals with a propensity to wander and unable to
communicate personal information, wear a wristband that can be tracked electronically when the need
arises. Applications available at the Senior Center front desk or download from
http://www.bouldercounty.org/sheriff/lifetrak.htm. Call 303-441-3643 for more information.
Longmont Fire Department Smoke Detector Program - Crews can provide smoke detectors for low
income seniors. They will also install and change batteries in smoke detectors for anyone unable to do
so. Call Dorothy at 303-651-8437 for more information.
Frauds and Scams - see page R3 for more information.
Safety Alert - Maintained by our local 911 Dispatch Center. Critical information is made available to
police, fire and ambulance when they are dispatched to a particular address. Information may be in
regard to a medical condition, propensity to wander and other situations.
Forms are available at the Senior Center or by calling 303-651-8560.
Report Elder Abuse - The County’s Adult Protection Unit responds to reports of physical, emotional,
financial, and sexual abuse. Call 303-441-1000.
Longmont Police - The Longmont Police provides information on identity theft on their webiste at
http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/police/prevention/identity.htm
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LEGAL
Legal Aid - Boulder County Legal Services is available to assist those
Boulder County residents 60+ with legal issues. For appointments,
call 303-449-7575 or visit their website www.ColoradoLegalServices.org
AARP Legal Services Network (LSN) - Members are entitled to a

free 30-minute legal consultation with an attorney who meets AARP LSN
standards. Additional services are provided at reduced rates. Call 1-888-687-2277
or online at www.aarp.org/LSN for more information.
Victim Advocate - This individual works with the Police Department to serve the needs of people
who have been victims of a crime in Longmont. Call 303-651-8855 for more information.
Advance Planning- Contact Peggy Arnold, MA, PrestigePLUS Program Coordinator at 303-651-5080
to discuss advance medical directives such as living will, medical power of
attorney, the Five Wishes documents, and ethical wills or legacy stories.
SUPPORT GROUPS
(the following groups meet at the Senior Center)
Alcoholics Anonymous (open meetings) MS Peer Self Help
Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 2nd & 4th Monday,
Triple S Support Group 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Call 970-482-5016
Caregivers
1st Monday, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Parkinson’s
Onsite respite care is available for the evening 2nd Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
group. You must call Ruth at 303-651-8414 to Contact: Bob Penn at 303-772-0429 or
prearrange. Parkinson’s Association at 303-830-1839
2nd Tuesday, noon - 1:30 p.m. Single Women’s Social Group

(Focus on dementia) Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Wilma at 303-485-7044
Resource information and support for family
Widowers
caregivers. Contact: Ruth, 303-651-8414
2nd & 4th Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Chronic Illness Contact: Dick Gormley at 303-776-8203
Please call the PrestigePLUS nurse for more
Rainbow Elders of Boulder County
information at 303-485-3474
A social and support group for 55+ gay,
Fibromyalgia lesbian and transgender people. Call Nancy
2nd Thursday, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Grimes at Boulder County Aging Services at
Contact: Mary at 303-776-3282 303-441-3583 for the schedule.
Grandparents Raising Grandkids
1st Monday, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. For information about
Contact: Ruth at 303-651-8414
other support groups,
Low Vision
2nd Friday, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. call Ruth at 303-651-8414
Contact: Beth or Debra at 303-442-8662
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TRANSPORTATION Call-N-Ride (Longmont)
For scheduling information, contact the phone number
Special Transit for the zone in which your trip starts. For service in
Low cost, door-through- Zone A (west side of Longmont), call 303-994-3551. For
door, wheelchair-accessible service in Zone B (east side of Longmont), call 303-994-
transportation. No-fare (free) 3552. Reservations for rides can be made up to a week
or reduced-fare options are in advance. Rides are scheduled on a first come-first
available for those who find served basis. For more information about Call-N-Ride,
these fares a hardship. or RTD bus routes, call 303-299-6000.
Ride requests can be made from 1 to 14 days in Medical Mobility- Boulder County
advance by phone at 303-447-9636, Monday- Transportation services for ambulatory older adults
Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or online anytime and people with disabilities to health care related
at www.specialtransit.org. Same-day rides are appointments within Boulder County. Minimal
possible if space is available. fare ranges from $1.25 to $4.00 each way. Reduced
fares are available. Rides are not guaranteed, as
Service within Longmont: service depends on the availability of volunteers.
Fares: $2.00 one way/$4.00 round trip Please call 3 days in advance or more if possible.
Mon-Fri (pickups from 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) Call CareConnect at 303-443-1933, ext. 407.
Sundays (pickups from 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
Berthoud Area Transportation
Service between Longmont & Boulder: For transportation in and around the Berthoud area,
Fares: $4.00 one way/$8.00 round trip including to and from Longmont. Call 970-532-3042.
Mon - Fri (call for trip times)
RTD Special Discount Card
Service between Longmont and Louisville/ To obtain reduced bus fares, disabled individuals
Lafayette/Kaiser/Exempla at Rock Creek: may obtain an RTD Special Discount Card at the
Fares: $4.00 one way/$8.00 round trip Senior Center on the 2nd Monday of each month
Tuesdays (call for trip times) between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please bring proof
of your disability, $2.00 and a photo ID.
• Easy Rider Program - One-on-one,
For additional information, call 303-299-2667.
comprehensive instruction prepares seniors
to safely and confidently use the RTD and
Call-N-Ride buses. Registration fee is $25.00. What About Unhealthy Relationships
Call 303-447-2848, ext. 105. Do you worry about friends or family members who may be
in unhealthy relationships, but you are not quite sure what is
• Family and Friends Mileage happening? And you aren’t sure what you can do about it?
Reimbursement Program - Supports the
option of traveling with others during times Here are some of the signs that may indicate that there are
outside regular service hours or at other problems in a relationship: Do you observe name calling?
Humiliation? Threats and coercion? Intimidation through
times Special Transit is unable to meet a ride
looks or actions? Destruction of property? One partner
request. Includes trips to the Denver Metro
being controlling about what the other does, who they
area for medical reasons. Trips must be see, or talk to?
preauthorized. Call 303-447-9636.
You may be looking for a place to talk about what you are
• Mobility Options Program - Learn about seeing or experiencing, get more information about abusive
your local and regional transportation relationships, and even share with others in a safe place. We
options through a free, one-on-one are planning to begin a group next Summer and want to
consultation with a Mobility Specialist. know if there is interest in participation. The group will be led
Call Barg Borg at 303-447-2848, ext. 155. by a professional counselor from Safe Shelter. If you have an
interest, please call Ruth Waukau, 303-651-8414.
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Telephone Referral Sheet
AARP (Colorado Office) 1-866-554-5376 Mental Health Center 303-413-6263
ACMI - Nursing Home Diversion (HCBS) 303-439-7011 24-Hour Mental Health Crisis Line 303-447-1665
Adult Day Care - Homestead 303-772-9152 Nursing Home Monitoring 303-441-1173
Adult Protection (Report Elder Abuse) 303-441-1000 OUR Center 303-772-5529
Alzheimer’s Assoc. 24-Hr Helpline 1-800-864-4404 Parkinson’s Association of the Rockies 303-830-1839
Arthritis Foundation 303-756-8622 Peer Counseling - Longmont 303-651-8414
Audio Information Network 303-786-7777 Poison - Rocky Mt. Poison Control 1-800-332-3073
Better Business Bureau 303-327-4500 PrestigePLUS - Located at the Sr. Ctr. 303-651-5080
CareConnect (615 Main St., Unit B) 303-772-2262 Reverse Mortgages - Boulder County 303-441-1544
Caregiver Information Line 303-774-4372 Safe Shelter (was Longmont Coalition) 303-772-0432
Center For People With Disabilities 303-772-3250 Salud Clinic 303-776-3250
Colorado Division of Insurance 303-894-7499 Senior Centers in the area
Colorado Life Trak 303-441-3646 Berthoud 970-532-2730
Colorado No-Call Program 1-800-309-7041 Boulder (East) 303-441-4150
Colorado Talking Books Library 303-727-9277 Boulder (West) 303-441-3148
CONNECT! Information Referral 303-441-1617 Lafayette 303-665-9052
Consumer Affairs (Boulder County) 303-441-3700 Longmont 303-651-8411
Dental Aid-Longmont 303-682-2619 Louisville 303-666-7400
El Comité 303-651-6125 Loveland 970-962-2783
Elder Care National Locator 1-800-677-1116 Niwot Area Senior Resources 303-652-3850
Elder Watch Fraud Hotline 1-800-222-4444 Senior Opportunity Source 303-527-0627
Employment Workforce Boulder County 303-651-1510 Senior Reach 1-866-217-5808
Fraud - Attorney General Hotline 1-800-222-4444 Social Security (Boulder) 303-543-9492
Foot Care Clinic 303-651-5224 1-800-772-1213
Food Programs Stroke - Rocky Mt. Association 303-730-8800
- Carry Out Caravan 720-864-4499 Suicide Hotline (National) 1-800-784-2433
- Eldershare 303-652-1307 Suicide Prevention 1-800-273-8255
- Meals on Wheels 303-772-0540 Transportation
- Share Colorado 1-800-933-7427 Access-A-Ride 303-292-6560
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren 303-651-8414 Berthoud Area Transportation 970-532-3049
Health Center of Integrated Therapies 303-651-5188 RTD 303-299-6000
Health Department, Longmont 303-678-6166 RTD Call-n-Ride (East) 303-994-3552
Hospice Care of Boulder & Broomfield 303-449-7740 RTD Call-n-Ride (West) 303-994-3551
Counties Special Transit 303-447-9636
Housing: Longmont Housing Authority 303-651-8581 Veteran Services - Longmont 303-776-8502
Legal Services of Boulder County 303-449-7575 Victim Advocate - Police 303-651-8855
AARP Legal Services 1-888-687-2277 Weatherization 720-864-6401
Lifeline 303-441-2200
Loan Closet Medical Equipment
American Legion 303-776-2034
Elks 303-776-1055
Moose 303-776-4911
VFW 303-776-8590
Longmont Ending Violence (LEVI) 303-774-4534
Longmont United Hospital 303-651-5111 www.bouldercounty.org
Long Term Care Ombudsman 303-441-1173 303-441-1617
Low Income Energy Program (LEAP) 303-678-6023
Low Vision Group - Longmont 303-776-2959 Boulder County Senior Housing Guide
Medicaid 303-678-6000 and Home Health Care Guide available
Medicare 1-800-633-4227 at the Senior Center or online at
Medicare Ombudsman 303-441-1546 www.co.boulder.co.us/cs/ag/resources.html
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Información en Español
Clases/Actividades que se brindan mensualmente
Clases de Ingles
Cada martes 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Clases gratis por favor regístrese con Verónica
En conjunto con el Centro para Personas de
Tercer Edad e Intercambio de Comunidades se
ofrecen clases de inglés. Para más información
llame a Verónica al 303-651-8716.
Juegué “Wii Play” con Nosotros

Cada jueves, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Club de Conversión en Español
Venga a compartir una experiencia única. Wii”
Se reúne cada viernes 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
es un juego interactivo con un control remoto
Si quisiera conversar en español y desarrollar
para mover a su personaje en la pantalla. Puede
amistades, anímese y acompáñenos en el Club
jugar al tenis, el béisbol, bochar (boliche), o el
de Español. Este grupo une a gente interesada
golf. Todo lo que tiene que hacer es presentarse
en mejorar sus conocimientos lingüísticos y
y darse una oportunidad. La mayoría de los
comprensión cultural. Todos son bienvenidos
juegos se desarrollan de pie, moviendo el brazo
y es necesario tener cierto conocimiento del
y mueve todo el cuerpo de alguna manera. Eso
español. No hay conversación en inglės.
es lo divertido. Usted está “virtualmente” en
acción de juego.
Para mas información sobre recursos para
Personas de la Tercer edad en la Internet vea la
Edad de Oro pagina de red www.BoulderCountyAyuda.org.
Tercer jueves de cada mes 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Acompáñenos a ser amistades y aplicar sus
talentos artísticos en esta clase de arte. Para
mas información llame al 303-651-8716 o
303-774-4372.
En este folleto se incluye actividades de Placer y

Sociales. Por ejemplo:
Viajes de un Día (casinos) ........................ pagina 39
Convivió Multicultural ............................. pagina 7
Gusto Latino ................................................. pagina 32
El personal del Centro les quiere dar MUCHAS

GRACIAS a todos los que ayudaron con la fiesta
Vaquera especialmente a miembros de “Bailes
de Mi Tierra” y “Canciones de Mi Tierra”.
Survey
What do you appreciate about the Longmont Senior Center,
the newsletter The GO, and the city’s Division of Senior Services?
Please take a moment to share your thoughts with us which will help guide us
in future decisions and improve upon what is already offered.
1. What do you most appreciate about the Longmont Senior Center, a focal point of services
and programs for adults 55+?
2. What 3 features of The GO contribute most to your reading and understanding of what’s offered?
3. What 3 programs or services offered by the Division of Senior Services do you value the most?
4. What one thing could the Friends of the Senior Center do to increase awareness of their
mission and support for the Senior Center?
5. What one thing can be done to help achieve our vision, Longmont, a vibrant community
in which all age well?
6. What are the 3 most important services, programs, or opportunities offered to older adults
in Longmont at the Longmont Senior Center, by the Division of Senior Services?
7. What’s one thing you would like to see done or offered more or differently?
Thank you for your time and please drop this off at the front desk
some time before December 17th. Michele Waite, Manager of Senior Services
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About The Senior Center
eAlerts – This is an email alert system for community
members to receive brief email notices on various
topics: Adults 55+, City Council News, Environment,
Golf, Jobs, and Community Programs and Events. To
sign up for this free service go to the city’s website
at www.ci.longmont.co.us, click on Online Services,
select Sign up for “Longmont’s Email Subscription
Other
O h S Sources off IInformation
f Service” and go from there.
KGUD 90.7 – listener-supported community radio, Local Channel 3 (Government Access Channel)
playing music with you in mind. The AARP show,
or Comcast Cable Channel 16.
called “Prime Time,” is heard every Saturday at 7:00
a.m. “Senior Moments” hosts an interview with a Longmont Life - this bi-monthly newsletter is
Senior Services staff person on Saturdays at 8:00 a.m., mailed to homes in Longmont.
giving information on upcoming events and activities
at the Longmont Senior Center. Information and More …
Listen to “K-Good” throughout the week for updates Off of the lobby, there is a small room that contains
and service announcements from the Senior Center. current magazines, information on Senior Center
LifeLongmontLearning - a new website programs, and a place to hang your coat. Near the
offering an extensive listing of educational and dining room there are a number of free publications
civic opportunities in Longmont. Many different available for pickup at the magazine rack there.
organizations contribute information about their Room Temperatures
activities to this site at: www.lifelongmontlearning.com The room temperatures can vary in the building.
Daily Times-Call Regular Columns - thanks to You might consider bringing a sweater if you are
the Times-Call for generously supporting this regular going to be here for a while.
news information piece: Handicap Parking
• 55 & Better column every other Saturday in the One of the 20 handicap parking spaces is now
Life Section. restricted to side-loading vans only. Please look for
50+ Marketplace News this sign and know that if you park there, and don’t
available at the Senior Center monthly. have a side-loading van, you can be ticketed even if
you have a handicap placard. Please remember to
Via the internet always display your handicap placard when parking
at www.ci.longmont.co.us/sen_ctr/index.htm in one of these spaces.
GO Subscription Form - 2011

If you would like the convenience of having the next issue of the GO catalog mailed to you, please complete
this form and a check made payable to the City of Longmont in the amount of $1.00 for residents, $2.00 for
non-residents and return it to the Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Avenue, Longmont, CO 80501.
Name (Please Print) _________________________________________________________
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ome
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important services that are available.
Paint-A-Thon 2011
It may seem early, but now is the time to start thinking
about next summer and the possibility of having your
house painted! The Paint-A-Thon program helps
income qualified older adults and disabled personss
that are in need of having their home painted.
Paint and supplies are provided and volunteers
provide all the painting labor. To have your
home considered, please call Molly McElroy
at 303-651-8530 for help with an application
or you may attend an information meeting
(see page 29)

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Class and Special Events Registration

Written and published by the Division of Senior Services, City of Longmont.

Michele Waite, Manager

Theresa Schulte, Recreation Supervisor

Ruth Waukau, Senior’s Resources Coordinator Our Vision Statement

Veronica Garcia, Senior Resource Specialist Senior Citizens Advisory Board

From the Friends

Thank you to our Support Services sponsors: Income Tax Assistance

Activity Registration • A refund/credit will not be issued if the

Bailes de Mi Tierra Cards

Bridge (Open) Conversations and Cuisine Club

LARQs Multicultural Potluck Exchange

Senior Center Singers Single Women’s Social Group

Holly Day Brunch Through the Eyes of an Artist:

Irene Castle: Time is a Lovely Friend

Events in the community:

Porcelain Art Oil Painting

Computer Lab Schedule

SeniorNet Classroom & Lab Location

Using your Computer as a Phone

Drumming Class The Ultimate Brain

DISC: What is Your Type Minding Your Mind

John Wesley Iliff

Great Conversation of Great Ideas Sing Along

The Art of Painting: The Art of Music: The Commitments

Rest In Peace: Have It Your Way

More learning opportunities throughout

Wellness Clinic Therapeutic Services

CLASS ACTIVITY # DAYS/TIME DATES COST

Yoga for Active Adults Line Dancing

Organized Sport Leagues

ABOUT THE SENIOR CENTER

Respite Assistance for Caregivers

Caregiving Support Groups Respite & Companion

HOSPICE CARE FOOD

Frauds and Scams - see page R3 for more information.

AARP Legal Services Network (LSN) - Members are entitled to a

2nd Tuesday, noon - 1:30 p.m. Single Women’s Social Group

Juegué “Wii Play” con Nosotros

En este folleto se incluye actividades de Placer y

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