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6811 La Jolla Blvd. La Jolla, CA 92037 | (858) 459-0831 | www.ljcommunitycenter.org | info@ljcommunitycenter.org

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

OCTOBER 2016

Registration Required For Special Events & New Classes

S P E C I A L E V E N T S & N E W C L A S S E S

Peter Sprague’s trio plays music that jumps around jazz, samba, The Beatles, Hendrix, Americana, James Taylor, Stevie Wonder and more. Tripp’s an ace saxophonist who also doubles on flute, chromatic harmonica and percussion. Leonard sings up a storm all the while sitting on a cajon and playing rock solid drum grooves. Peter plays a one of kind double neck guitar and weaves the band through a bebop classic, slows it down to bask in the glow of a folk ballad, and then ignites into a psychedelic version of a Beatles classic. It’s an array of contrasting jazz stylings all executed with the spirit of joy in music.

Cafe’ Social: A Social Gathering for SeniorsSponsored by Monarch Cottage Please join us for a fun afternoon! Enjoy a delicious lunch, treats, conversation and group activities, including art, music and spirited discourse on topics of interest to you. Bring your ideas on how to keep the program relevant and exciting for the La Jolla community! Lunch will be served. Wed, Oct 19, 11:00am. Free, open to all. Please RSVP.

FOURTH FRIDAY JAZZ SERIES PRESENTS: THE PETER SPRAGUE TRIOFeaturing Lori Bell, Ron Satterfield and Tommy Aros

O P E R A W E D N E S D A Y SCome listen to Southern California’s Top Opera Singers! Every Second Wednesday of the

month! The artists will consist of past and present Metropolitan Opera Competition Winners, active San Diego Opera performers and guest artists who have sung all over the world.

Wed, Oct 12, 7pm. $10 suggested donation.

Ticket includes show admission, hors d’oeuvres, and free valet. Thu, Oct 27. Doors open at 7:00pm, Show starts at 8:00pm.Pre-purchase $18/M, $23/NM. Door $20/M, $25/NM.

Ukulele Class with James ClarkstonLearn the chords, strumming, and melodies for the month’s songs - with the goal of playing the songs at the end of each class as an ensemble. James Clarkston’s style of teaching is all about learning in a fun and relaxed environment. It’s all about the joy of making music! 4 classes and monthly music book included with fee. Fri, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28. 10:45-11:45am. $80/M, $90/NM. Registration Required. Limited to 10 participants.

Canvas Design & Wine: Art ClassTake an upbeat creative class for both the artistic and not so artistic. Come learn the basics of acrylic painting from award winning artist, Jackie Warfield, while enjoying the company of friends. The best part? You go home with a painting you can call “uniquely yours.”

Not artistic? Don’t worry, Jackie will guide you through step by step recreating the nightspainting. It’s easy, fun, and totally stress free. Cost includes all materials. Thu, Oct 13, 7pm. $25/M, $30/NM. Bites and beverages for sale.

Artist Reception featuring Steve Gould & Katherine Keeling Meet and mingle with the featured artists and community members. Enjoy live music and refreshments. Guests are welcome to bring family and friends. Fri, Oct 7, 5:30-7:30pm. Admission is Free.

Lunch N’ Learn: Medicare - Open Enrollment is Here!Come and learn how to make changes to various aspects of your coverage during the annual enrollment period. This event is presented by Bassie Kanon, LUTCF, who has been educating seniors for over 22 years. Thu, Oct 20, 1pm. FREE, open to all. Registration Required.

Sunnylands Center & Gardens Visit the new 17,000 sq. ft. building where you can learn more about Sunnylands and about Walter and Leonore Annenberg and their commitment to serving their country, to philanthropy,

to education, and to the arts. A large gallery contains six interactive media stations to explore, all which focus on a

specific aspect of Sunnylands. Learn about midcentury modern architecture, the house’s interior design and golf course, the art

collections, the Annenbergs and their Sunnylands guests, and sustainability practices.

Thu, Oct 20. Depart 7:30am, Return 6pm.$65/M, $85/NM. ONLY 30 SEATS AVAILABLE.

D AY T R I P S

Big Picture Planning for SeniorsTake Control of Your Future and Avoid Costly Mistakes. This 90 minute clinic will teach you: What legal documents you need to remain independent, How to age in place, What are your options for care, When moving makes sense, Who qualifies for a government benefit and more. Tue, Oct 11, 9:30am. $25/person. To RSVP: (858) 848-0825. Free Valet Parking.

History of the United States Through MusicThrough music we can experience the world of the explorers, colonists, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and the 20th Century. Along the way we can enjoy a few beautiful Native American songs, spirituals, and the marching songs of the Woman’s Suffrage Movement. Live music will include guitar, keyboard, banjo, and lyrics, and you can celebrate our nation’s soundtrack! Thu, Oct 20, 1pm. $12/M, $15/NM.

An Evening With KatieCat & CainMusic and DancingJohn Cain and KatieCat are back in SD for 1 weekend only and they are spending it at the LJCC! Catch up with the duo and enjoy a night of fun loving conversation, great music and dancing! Sat, Oct 22. Doors open at 6pm, Music 7-9:30pm. $10/person. Bites and beverages for sale.

OASIS ScheduleWed, Oct 5 - Nov 9, 1-3pm: Write Your Memoir, 6 sessions Tue, Oct 11, 1-3pm: Compassionate Conversations: Talking with a Friend Who Is Grieving Tue, Oct 18, 1:30-2:30pm: The Music of George Fredrick Handel Fri, Oct 28, 1-2:30pm: Dark Chocolate, Red Wine & Heart Healthy Eating. For prices and to register call (619) 881-6262

Health Information at your Fingertips! It’s easy and quick; In 20 minutes you will learn how to look up any health topic FREE from the National Library of Medicine’s MedlinePlus and Pub Med’s reliable and authoritative information databases. Join us t free handouts, gifts and enjoy a snack. Questions encouraged. Presented by Naomi Broering, Dean of Libraries and Greg Chauncey, Health Information Instructor, PCOM. Wed, Oct 12, 4:30pm and Wed Oct 19, 1pm.Free, registration required.

The Mind Fit Series: Activities to Boost Brain HealthJust like the body the brain can show signs of aging over time. While this is a natural result of growing older, there are positive lifestyle changes you can make to keep your mind sharper for longer. Join us for a fun and informative 6 week series led by brain fitness expert Michelle Wile from Home Care Assistance. In the Mind Fit groups you will learn about proactive ways to enhance cognitive functioning, including fun group activities used in the Cognitive Therapeutics Method, a science based cognitive stimulation program.Oct 12: Introductions, Social Reminiscence, Chair Stretches, Create a Healthy Snack Oct 19: Family Feud, Pictionary, Advice Column Oct 26: Trivia, Name that Tune, Logo Identification, Geographical Recall Nov 2: Writing, Scrambled Sentences, Word Bingo, Alphabet Soup Nov 9: Take Away, Letter Counting, Design Recreation Nov 16: Magnify, Entangled Figures, Visual PuzzlesWednesdays starting October 12, 3:30-4:30pm. Free, open to all.

Songs from South of the Border Enjoy a soulful evening of Latin music featuring classic and original songs from South America. Take in the smooth voice and stylings of Peruvian musician, Ossie Arciniega. Joining him will be Carlos Velasco, guitar and vocals, Kevin Moraine, guitar and bass and special guest Miguel Lopez playing the harp.Sat, Nov 5, 7pm. $20/M, $25/NM. Complimentary Valet parking.Bites and beverages for sale.

Warfield Art Class: How to Start a Painting!Learn beginner techniques in an upbeat environment! Class will concentrate on shape, value and color using acrylics.

Not artistic? Don’t worry, Jackie will guide you through step by step recreating the days painting. It’s easy, fun, and totally stress free. A new painting is started every week. Class taught by Jackie Warfield. Cost includes materials. All levels welcome. Mon, Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 10:30am-12:30pm. Registration required. Pre-purchase: $20/M, $23/NM per class, Door: $28 per class.

Art Class with Live Model - UninstructedJoin artists from all levels to paint from a live model.Saturday Oct 15, 22, 29, 10am-1pm. Model Fee + Free/M, $5/NM. Reservations required to secure your spot: Dottie Stanley at dottieaartist@gmail.com.

Learn to Use Your iPad & iPhoneLearn the basics of your iPhone and iPad and take advantage of what technology has to offer! Use your iPhone or iPad in your everyday life to accelerate your world. Connect with friends, family or use it for events and reminders. Every Mon at 10:30am and Every Thu at 1:30pm, $10/M, $15/NM.

Free Hearing Aid Services with Clear Choice HearingHave questions about your hearing aids? Reserve your one on one time with a hearing specialist from Clear Choice Hearing. Fri, Oct 21, 3pm.

F I T N E S S F O R T H E M I N D

Social BridgeEvery Wed, 12:30pm. Walk-Ins welcome.

French ConversationEvery Tue, 10:30am. FREE/M, $5/NM.

F I T N E S S & W E L L N E S S

Svaroopa® YogaBased on core release and spinal decompression using precise alignments to create an inner opening from the base of the spine to the top. The theme this month is upper spinal release. Every pose is for the spine but we will explore poses that in particular identify and release areas of the upper spine that are tight. Every class includes healing benefits of guided relaxation/awareness and breathing practice of ujjayi pranayama. Everyone is welcome. Every Wed 9-10:30am. NEW CLASS: Every Sat, 2:30-4pm. $13/M, $15/NM.

Zumba Focuses on hypnotic Latin rhythms and very easy-to-follow moves to create a one of a kind fitness program. Benefits: tones, enhances bone density, strength and flexibility, boosts metabolism and improves cognitive functions.Every Tue & Fri, 8:30am, $10/M, $12/NM. Sat, 10:25am. Free/M, $5/NM.

Line DancingIt’s not just for two but for everyone! Come experience a fun workout while learning new and favorites dances taught by Pat Murray. Every Mon & Thu, 1pm. $5/M, $7/NM.

Pilates Mat ClassThis class is great for building strength in a safe way and helping with a loss of balance as we age. Pilates is a safe and gentle way to increase core strength, balance, flexibility, muscle tone and stamina. Every Tue, 2pm. Free/M, $8/NM.

Ico-Dance - Yes, You Can Dance!Ico-Dance offers a supportive, gently paced and low-impact class in expressive dance. Added benefits of enhancing flexibil-ity, balance, energy, emotional connection and body confi-dence. Every Mon, 9am. $7/M, $12/NM.

Silver Age YogaA very gentle style of hatha yoga designed to meet the specific health concerns and challenges seniors face, balance, posture, breathing and stretching. Every Tue, 10am & Every Thu, 9am. $4-8 suggested donation.

Balance Class by Ability Rehab Do you want to improve your balance? Do you have a fear of falling? Receive information on preventative exercises and tech-niques to keep your balance throughout the day. Every Fri, 9:15am. FREE/M, $8/NM.

Deep Yoga FlowConnects breath to movement, so the physical practice of Yoga (asana) becomes a meditation in motion that fosters flexibility, strength, focus and clarity. Every Wed, 11am & Sat, 11:30am. $5/M, $10/NM.

Qi Gong Style Tai ChiT’ai Chi is a very gentle exercise that will benefit any age person coping with arthritis in joints by using easy movement to lubricate joints, and lowering high blood pressure by natural calming and relaxation. Every Wed, 7pm & Every Thu, 10:30am. $5/M, $6/NM.

Guided MeditationMeditation made easy for beginners. Come and feel your inner peace. Every Tue, 4:45pm. $5/M, $10/NM.

Chair YogaThis gentle yoga flow class focuses on alignment with attention to breath, movement, and meditation. Poses are practiced on chairs and standing. Every Thu, 10:15am. Free to all.

Ashtanga Flow YogaA fast-paced, vigorous class based on the principles of Ashtanga. Suitable for active individuals, with any level of experience with yoga. Build strength, endurance, and flexibility while cultivating focus in a moving mediation. Every Sat, 9-10:15am. Free/M, $5/NM.

Kundalini YogaFocuses on breathing and meditation and involves stretching and cardiovascular exercises. Every Fri, 11:15am. Free/M, $8/NM.

Gentle YogaDeeply relaxing and a very powerful practice. Combining breath and awareness with fundamental yoga postures, we allow our bodies to let us in at our own pace, enabling a deep restoration of the body and calming of the mind. Rather than practicing Power Yoga and “working out,” we explore the Power of Yoga to access strength and balance of a different kind. If you can breathe, you can do restorative yoga! Tue, 3:30pm. $7/M, $12/NM.

EVERYWEEK

Learn Spanish: Beginners II & ConversationConversation Intermediate: Tue, Oct 4, 2:15-3:35pm. Beginners II: Tue, Oct 4, 3:45-5:05pm. Instructor Alicia Flores. $65/M, $75/NM. 4 week course, 80 min classes.

Social Scrabble GroupScrabble is a great way to meet people and stimulate the brain! 4 players are needed per game so call in advance to reserve a seat to play. Tue, Oct 11 & 25, 2:30pm. FREE/M, $5/NM.

6811 La Jolla Blvd. La Jolla, CA 92037 | (858) 459-0831www.ljcommunitycenter.org | info@ljcommunitycenter.org

This Month in La JollaFrom the book “This Day in San Diego History” by Dr. Linda Pequegnat, learn what historical happenings happened in La Jolla!• When and where was Ellen Browning Scripps born?• How old was she when she settled in La Jolla?• In what year was the first telephone installed in La Jolla? • When was La Jolla’s first golf course started and where was it located?• When was St. James By The Sea Episcopal Church dedicated and who donated the land for it? Thu, Oct 20, 11:30am. Free/M, $5/NM.

MOVIE CLUB: International Films

Wed, Oct 5 - What’s In a Name? (Brazil, 2012)Wed, Oct 12 - L’Auberage Espagnole (France, 2002)

Wed, Oct 19 - Mi Mejor Regalo (Mexic balo, 2013)Wed, Oct 26 - Dormant Beauty (Italy, 2012)

All showings at 1:30pm. Free/M, $5/NM. * All films subject to change without notice.

Lunch N’ Learn with Care PlacementYou Get your questions answered about Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care with Michael Ortman from Care Placement, San Diego’s experts on elder care. Who qualifies for Aid and Attendance through the VA? What is a “respite stay”? What is a board and care and how are they regulated? Did you know there are ten board and cares in La Jolla alone? How do I know what is right for my loved one? Receive great resources and enjoy a catered lunch by Rubio’s. Wed, Oct 26, 11:30am. Free, open to all. Please RSVP.

Shamanism, The Great Mother and the Art of the Caves: Art History LectureThe cave paintings of the Old Stone Age in France and Spain are the world’s oldest known art and have fascinated people since the first discovery in 1879. Were these simply intended as a form of hunting magic or were they spiritual images related to the practice of the shamans? And what of the strange figurines of females--what is their connection to the worship of the Great Mother Goddess? How far back in prehistory have recent discoveries dated these works and how were they painted? Please join art historian Douglas Barker for a fascinating look at the art of the caves. Tue, Oct 25, 7pm. $10/M, $15/NM.

Night of the Singing DeadPresenting an evening of Opera, Musical Theater and Spanish songs with wine tasting, appetizers and silent auction to benefit musical arts in San Diego. If you’ve ever wanted to hear the Shining Sisters sing: die schwestern, or Dorian Gray sing Dies Bildnis, this show is for you. You might even hear a lone werewolf singing Rusalka’s “Song to the Moon” or Steve Hoagland sing Puttin’ on the Ritz. Featuring singers from San Diego Opera: Lisa Austin Frisque, Chad Frisque, Erica Austin and Bernardo Bermudez Costumes not required, but STRONGLY Encouraged! Join us for a scary night of music!

Sat, Oct 29, 6pm. $30/person. Silent auction 6pm, Concert 7pm. Ticket includes wine ticket, appetizers and valet parking. Tickets available on Eventbrite.com, search for “Night of the Living Dead.”