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Upcoming Events .......................... 1

Information Corner .......................2

Sports & Fitness ...........................2

Dance & Music ........................... 2-3

Senior Games................................3

Arts & Crafts .................................4

Nutrition Programs .......................5

Health Information & Services .....5

Senior Excursions………….…….…...6

Future Events……………..……...….6-7

Class Enrollment Procedure .........8

CITY OF CLOVIS MASK POLICY

Please wear a mask unless you are fully vaccinated.

By entering the Clovis Senior Activity Center

without a facemask, you are attesting that you are

fully vaccinated from COVID-19.

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Find the newsletter on the

City of Clovis website:

www.clovisseniors.org

Hours of Operation Monday thru Friday

8:00am-5:00pm (Exception: National Holidays)

What’s Inside: Upcoming Events

JOLLY TIMES

Jolly Times will meet Thursday, August 19, 2021. Coffee and donuts are

served at 9:00am with the Top Dollar Band playing at 9:30am. Entertain-

ment will be provided by the Roger Perry Band.. August lunch menu is en-

chiladas. September lunch tickets will go on sale at 8:00am the morning of

August’s Jolly Times. Entertainment and the cost of the meal are $8.00.

SENIOR PROM

“Walking with the Stars”

Time is running out!!! Purchase your prom tickets now!

The Clovis Senior Activity Center and the Aging Network invite you to a

Hollywood style Red Carpet event as we host our first Senior Prom, taking

place on August 28, 2021 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Clovis Senior Activi-

ty Center. The cost is $10.00 per person or $15.00 per couple. Tickets

may be purchased at the center’s front counter. Come dressed as your fa-

vorite celebrity or dress to impress as you walk the red carpet. Live music

and dancing with the De Leon Brothers, appetizers, photo booth, view

some classic cars and vote for your Prom King and Queen. Call Moni Ran-

dolph at 324-2759 with any questions you may have.

MY SENIOR CENTER CHECK-IN

All participants are required to check in when they enter the Clovis Senior

Activity Center building by using the My Senior Center database. If you

don’t have a key card, please let one of the staff or front office volunteers

know. We will help get you all set up!

850 4th Street, Clovis, CA 93612 (559) 324-2750 www.cityofclovis.com

August 2021 Our Mission: The mission of the Clovis Senior Activity Center is to provide seniors with activities and services to help them maintain a fulfilling and active life.

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The Clovis Senior Activity Center offers a wide variety of programs

and services available to all seniors age 50 and over.

INFORMATION CORNER

Volunteer Staff Meeting: Wednes-

day, 8/4, 9:00am

Nutrition Volunteer Meeting: No

meeting until further notice

Jolly Times: Thursday, 8/19, 9:00am

Free Bread: Tuesday, (except 1st

Tuesday), Wednesday and Thurs-

day, 9am-noon, Salvation Army

Health Insurance Counseling: Tues-

day and Thursday, 1:00-3:00pm.

Call for appointment

Senior Support Group: Tuesday

10:00am - 11:am Sr Center Library

SPORTS & FITNESS All fitness classes are at the Senior Center unless

noted on the class listing

Yoga

This all levels “gentle” Yoga class uses bodily postures and breath-ing to stretch and align the body promoting circulation, balance and flexibility.

John Shanoian instructor.

Monday and Thursday - 3:00pm - 4:00pm $2.00 per session Don Kolz instructor

Tuesday - 2:30-pm –3:30pm $2.00 per session at the Recreation Ctr Thursday - 9:00am - 10:00am $2.00 per session at the Sr Center

Traditional Exercise

This class is designed to increase flexibility, balance, coordination, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance. The workout combines aerobic, flexibility and resistance with plenty of friendly fun. Don Kolz instructor

Monday through Friday 10:15am-11:15am $2.00 per session

Gentle Stretch & Strengthen Exercise

This class is designed to gently stretch your muscles to increase your flexibility and movement with low impact moves that can be done sitting, standing or on the floor. Don Kolz instructor

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:00am-10:00 am $2.00

Tai Chi

This class will cover the basic concepts of Tai Chi; posture, re-laxed deep breathing, flowing movement, a basic understanding of mind-body connection. Class designed to improve body aware-ness and balance. Bill Titus instructor

Wednesday - 4:00pm—5:00pm $2.00 per session

Zumba

This is a total workout that will increase your flexibility, balance, coordination and cardiovascular endurance with plenty of fun. All fitness levels welcome! Mary Bastas instructor

Tuesday and Thursday - 10:00am-11:00am $2.00 per session (This class held at Clovis Recreation Center)

Fast Fitness with Beth

This is a total workout that will increase your flexibility, balance, coordination and cardiovascular endurance with plenty of fun. All fitness levels welcome!

Monday through Friday 6:00am- - 6:45am $2.00 per session (This class held at Clovis Recreation Center)

FRIDAY AFTERNOON BRIDGE

The Bridge Group meets each Friday beginning at 12:00pm. Play-

ers with intermediate or better skills are welcome to join the

group for some good bridge playing! There is a $1.00 per person

per session fee.

DE LEON BROTHERS’ MUSIC

Enjoy the sounds of the De Leon Brothers’ great music on Fridays, August 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2021, 10:00am-11:00am. Dance or sing along to the Brothers’ music. It’s always a good morning with these guys!

MUSIC DUDES

Every Wednesday from 1:00pm—2:15pm you are lucky to be able to enjoy the music of the Top Dollar Music Dudes. Everyone enjoys these musical Dudes, stop by and see and hear for yourself!

According to Google, the hottest tempera-

ture ever recorded in Clovis California was

115 degrees on July 8, 1905. Let’s hope we

don’t break any records this year!

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NOTARY SERVICES

Notary Services are available at the senior center Monday through Friday during regular

business hours. Nella Audas is our nota-ry. Any senior (50 or older) may make an appointment to come in and have their documents notarized. There is a $10.00 charge. Call 324-2757 for appointments.

DANCE & MUSIC Beginning Line Dance

This class will introduce many of the basic moves necessary for Line Dancing. Many dance styles are covered in this class including Country Western, Tango, Cha-Cha and more. All dance classes below are taught by instructor Jim Ray. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday—1:00pm-3:00pm

$4.00 per session Friday—7:00pm-7:30pm; FREE LINE DANCE LESSON

Intermediate Line Dance Intermediate Line Dance is the same as beginning except at a high-er level. Students taking this course should already know the basic steps for line dancing. Tuesday & Thursday—3:00pm –5:00pm $4.00 per session

Team Dancing

This is a precision team. The instructor choreographs the routine and team competes in Cambria early Spring. Monday & Friday–3:00pm-5:00pm; $20.00 (Monthly fee)

Couple Western Dance

Couples will be introduced to a series of patterns Western style dances. Monday—7:00pm-9:00pm $5.00 per person per session Friday—5:00pm—7:00pm $5.00 per person per session

SENIOR GAMES

Billiards

Tournaments are held the third Monday of every month. Open play is closed during the duration of all tournaments. $10.00 (Monthly Pool fee)

Mah-Jongg

Meet new friends Mondays to play Mah-Jongg. Two types of Mah-Jongg are offered, Chinese and American. This game gained U.S. popularity in the 1920’s. No registration required. Mondays—12:30pm—3:30pm no charge

Hand n Foot

This strategic game, full of excitement and daring entertainment, is similar to Canasta, but much more exciting. Come and find out. No registration required. Tuesday—12:00pm—3:30pm & Friday—12:30pm—3:30pm no charge

Mexican Train

Enjoy this game played with domino tiles. The object of the game is to rid your hand of as many dominoes as possible and be the first to do so. Thursdays—12:30pm-3:30pm no charge

Tuesday Free Play Bridge

Come on Tuesday and play for casual fun.. This session of Bridge is open to all levels of experience from beginners and up. 12:00pm - 3:30pm no charge

A WEEK IN REVIEW FOR THE MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM

From Monday-Friday in the mornings!

Bunco

Bunco is a social dice game played at the senior center. 100% luck, no skill! Monday - 9:00am $5.00 per person Call 324-2750 to reserve your space.

Bingo Tuesday is the day for Bingo! We play from 10:00am to approximately 11:00am in the multi purpose room. Bingo is free and prizes are provided by sponsors. Come and “B1” of the many players hav-ing fun!

Wednesday Just a reminder that our multi purpose room in closed on Wednesday mornings. Please make plans to come in the after-noon from 1:00pm to 2:15pm and listen to the band play music and dance.

Game Day We will be celebrating Thursday with a game day for all. We will have domi-noes, chess, checkers, Jenga, Uno and many more! Come to the center, find some friends and have some fun on Game day!

Friday Music Please come and listen to the musical band of DeLeon Brothers and friends. They will be playing in the multi-purpose room from 10:00am—11:15am. Dance or listen to the tunes.

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ASK THE FRAUD TEAM

Reprinted from the AARP Bulletin

June 2021 Edition

I keep getting antivirus software subscrip-tion emails from a company I have never done business with. What is going on? Most likely, it is a business impostor scam that’s trying to confuse you. Never respond to any unsolicited emails or text messages saying that your credit card has been charged. Usually, the criminals will include a phone number to call or a link to click on that will lead you to a bogus site. Delete these contacts. An email survey that appears to be from one of the vaccine manufacturers offered me a prize to fill it out. Is this ligit? We have received many complaints about vaccine-related surveys that reference phar-maceutical companies but are not actually from them. Do not answer it or click on any links. It is likely an attempt to collect your personal information to commit iden-tity theft or to download malware to your computer. Delete!

ON THE LIGHTER SIDE

Exercise For People over 60 Begin by standing on a comfortable surface where you have plenty of room at each side. With a 5lb potato bag in each hand, extend your arms straight out from your sides and hold them there as long as you can. Try to reach a full minute, and then relax. Each day you’ll find you can hold this posi-tion for just a bit longer. After a couple weeks, move up to 10lb pota-to bags. Then try 50lb potato bags and eventually try to get to where you can lift a 100lb potato bag in each hand and hold your arms straight for more than a full mi-nute. After you feel confident at that level, put a potato in each bag!

SHOT CLINIC IN SEPTEMBER

The Fresno Health Department has scheduled the Flu Shot

Clinic on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at the Clovis Senior

Activity Center. Clinic will be from 3:00pm—6:00pm. No res-

ervations necessary .

Art

We will have our Art Room open for our artists to work on their pro-

jects independently. There will be no charge at this time and the class-

room will be available on the following days and times:

Monday and Friday 8:00am—11:30am

Tuesday and Wednesday 1:00pm-4:00pm

Craft, Stitchery and Crochet Social Group

Knitting, crocheting, embroidery, cross-stitching, quilting. There is no instructor for this class, other participants will help you with your project. Wednesdays—9:00am—11:30am - no charge

Book Club

Book Club meets in the Library on Mondays from 11:00am—

12:00pm. Book Club is $10.00 for five sessions and students

must register online at TeamSideline.com prior to class session

starting. The next book will be “Have You seen Luis Valdez?” Class will start August 2, 2021 Please read up to chapter 5 be-

fore first class. Class dates are July 19, August 2, 9,16 and 23,

2021.

Social Crochet / Knitting Group

Already have a project or want to learn how to crochet or knt?

We will be offering drop-in sessions that will take place on

Mondays and Fridays from 10:00am—12:00pm. Bring your

own supplies. There is no charge; just show up! There is no

instructor. Friendly group members are happy to share their

skills and lively conversation.

AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Class

This class will start again in October. We will have the date

posted as soon as will are able to schedule the class.

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NUTRITION PROGRAMS Nutrition programs are available to those 60 and over. We currently do not have In-center meals served at the Clovis Senior Activity Center. Homebound meals are delivered to seniors who want to sign up for them. Please call the Fres-no Madera Area Agency on Aging at 559-214-0299 Option #1 if you are interested in the program.

HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING

AND ADVOCACY PROGRAM (HICAP)

Wayne McMillen, HICAP counselor, is here to help you

make a decision on your Medicare medical plan. He can

also help you with any medical billing problems you may

have. Call for an appointment, 324-2750. HICAP offers

free confidential consultation, Tuesdays and Thursdays,

1:00pm-3:00pm

MEDICARE 101

There will be a Medicare 101 class on Tuesday August 3,

17 and 31, 2021 at 2:00pm in the Senior Center Library.

You will always receive good information shared in these

classes. Sign up at the senior center or call 324-2750 if you

plan to attend.

BIRTHDAY CLUB

We will celebrate our August birthdays on Friday August

27,2021. Humana will sponsor this event with an informa-tive presentation. What a nice way to remember all those

who have birthdays and to celebrate with them.

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR

RETIREMENT INCOME

Retirees and those approaching the retirement transition

are facing challenges today including inflation, market vola-

tility and low interest rates. Linda Ross-Smith who is a

Registered Investment Advisor will be here on Thursday,

August 19, 2021 at 10:00am meeting in the classroom to

discuss the different concerns retirees face, To sign up for

the presentation, please call the Clovis Senior Activity Cen-

ter at 324-2750 to secure your spot as seats are limited.

The Clovis Senior Activity Center is not

an adult day care and seniors must be

able to care for their personal needs.

However, seniors are welcome to bring

an attendant or caregiver with them in

order to enjoy our services and pro-

grams.

THEATER DATES BRONCO DRAMA: School closed for summer CITY COLLEGE: Campus closed until further no-tice COLLEGE OF SEQUOIAS: Campus closed for the summer FRESNO STATE: No productions at this time GOLDEN CHAIN THEATRE: Drive-In Melodra-mas. Fridays and Saturdays. PLAYHOUSE MERCED: Godspell, from Septem-ber 17— October 13, 2021 ROGER ROCKA’S GOOD COMPANY PLAY-ERS: Daddy Long Legs, July 15—September 12, 2021 Call 266-9494 to make your reservation SAROYAN THEATRE: Cats, October 26 and 27, 2021 SAVEMART CENTER: PBR (Professional Bull Rid-ing) August 28 and 29, 2021 SECOND SPACE: This Random World, June 18 through August 8, 2021; Barefoot in the Park, Au-gust 13 through October 10, 2021 TOWER THEATER: Roy Orbison Returns and The Only Cash Tribute Band—August 7; AJA VU & Stealing Chicago music of Steely Dan & Chicago—August 28, 2021 Please be sure to double check dates and locations in

case of changes.

AUGUST DANCES

Western: Friday 8/6 7:30pm $5 Western: Friday 8/13 7:30pm $5 Western: Friday 8/20 7:30pm $5 Western: Friday 8/27 7:30pm $5

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TRIP POLICY

Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis, paid

in full, cash or checks, to secure a seat. A full refund

will be provided to participants who cancel 14 or more

days prior to the trip. Cancelling within 13 days of the

trip will not receive a refund. You are responsible to

find another senior to take your place. If you do not

find a replacement and do not show up for the trip,

the fee is forfeited. Trips cancelled by the senior center

will receive a full refund.

TRIPS AND TOURS

We are currently working on some trips for all you

“day tripping” people. We will post any new trip

offerings as they are set up. Can’t wait to hit the

road again!

Tips to Stay Safe During

a Heat Wave A dangerous heat wave is enveloping the Pacific Northwest in the United States. High tempera-tures are shattering records. It is relatively easy to prevent adverse health effects during a heat wave. A Heat Wave occurs in a region when abnor-mally high temperatures are recorded over a long period of time. Temperatures stay high enough overnight, making the environment highly uncomfortable. During the last few years, the world has experienced the warmest temperatures on record. So what is a person to do? One thing you can do is have a heat wave safety plan. Here are five heat wave safety tips to help you deal with the dangers. 1. Dress for the Weather. Wear loose, light-

colored clothing. This will help protect your skin from sunburn and help absorb sweat to keep you a little cooler. Be sure to protect your face, hands and other exposed skin.

2. Avoid Strenuous Outdoor Activities. If pos-sible, take part in outdoor activities in the morning before it gets too hot.

3. Stay Hydrated! Moisture loss due to perspi-ration has to be replenished regularly. Drink water even if you don’t think you are thirsty.

4. Keep Cool. If you can, stay indoors where there is air conditioning. Clovis and Fresno have cooling centers if you need to go some-where to get cooled off when temperatures are 105 degrees or higher.

5. Protect those Most at Risk. Heat-related illness can affect anyone, but some people are particularly at risk. Check on friends and family regularly to be sure they are safe.

A heat stroke is a medical emergency,. If you or someone else has a temperature of 103 degrees or higher—call 911. Reprinted from HowStuffWorks.com

CLASSIC CAR SHOW

The annual Classic Car Show is coming Saturday, Oc-tober 9, 2021 from 8:00am—11:00am. If you have a classic car and want to show it, get your registration in as soon as possible. Registration is FREE and limited to 100 vehicles. The deadline for registration is Octo-ber 1, 2021. Prizes are for 1st and 2nd place in each stock and modified categories as selected by local auto experts and officials. In addition, the “People’s Choice” winner selected by spectators, Mayor’s Favor-ite, Participants’ Choice and Kids’ Choice will be awarded. All winners will receive a certificate award. A raffle drawing will be held, and a hamburger and hot dog Bar-B-Que with condiments and side options will be available. Lunch is $5.00. In conjunction with the car show, we will have a resource fair. For car reg-istration or vendor information call 559-324-2756 or email Mai Kou Yang at Maikouy@cityofclovis.com.

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FUTURE EVENTS

SENIOR PROM—SATURDAY, AUGUST 28, 2021,

5:30PM—7:30PM

END OF SUMMER LUAU BASH—WEDNESDAY , SEPTEMBER 29,2021

CLASSIC CAR SHOW—SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2021

FALL RUMMAGE SALE—THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2021

HALLOWEEN PARTY—FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2021

VETERANS BINGO—OCTOBER 19, 2021

CENTRAL CALIFORNIA BIG BAND DANCE

SOCIETY

Good News! We will be back with great music and dancing

beginning Sunday, September 5th. The Hal Magnie Band

will return to the Radisson Grand Sierra Ballroom. We will

resume our monthly dance schedule at that time. Mark

your calendars especially for Thursday, December 30, 2021

New Year's Eve One Day Early. Doors open at 12:00pm.

Dance Lessons: 12:15pm—1:15pm. Dance: 1:30pm—

5:00pm. Radisson Fresno Hotel, Sierra Grand Ballroom,

1055 Van Ness Ave., Fresno

Clovis Events:

Farmers’ Market—Fridays starting at 6:00pm

Hot August Daze Car Rally , August 7

Clovis Park in the Park (Treasure Ingmire Park), August

21 4:00pm—6:00pm

What is the only color you can eat?

Orange

Blue Grass in the Park

Schedule

Band Name and Players

August 6 The Gilly Girls Band

August 13 Two for the Road

August 20 No concert tonight.

The park is unavailable.

August 27 Morgan Canyon Bank

September 3 Red Dog Ash

September 10 Ripe for Pickin’

END OF SUMMER LUAU BASH

The End of the Summer Luau Bash is

coming Wednesday, September 29, 2021

from 10:00am—12:00pm. This outdoor

event will feature carnival games, resource

fairs, live music and lunch provided by

the Old Town Kiwanis Club. Limited

tickets for the event will go on sale start-

ing August 2, 2021 for $8.00. Entertain-

ment to be announced.

VETERANS BINGO

Mark your calendar for October 19, 2021 for

Veterans bingo. This is sponsored by Jolly Times

and starts at 10:00am. Come out and honor our

veterans and have fun playing bingo.

Our thoughts and wishes for comfort go

out to all the family and friends of the

members we have lost during the time we

were closed.

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Rules for acceptance and participation in the program are the same for everyone without regard

to race, color, national origin, sex or disability.

850 Fourth Street

Clovis, CA 93612

(559) 324-2750

Hours: 8 am—5 pm

Monday—Friday

Clovis Senior Activity Center

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BILLARDS

We have a Billiards Room with 2 pool tables that

are available to our members for a $10.00 monthly

fee. The fee includes admission to the monthly

pool tournament. Next tournament’s 1st and 2nd

place winners will be posted so that there will be

bragging rights and prizes.

CLASS ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE

You will need an email address to register for pro-

grams, trips and tours and special events. If you do

not have an email address, you can create your own

email or have a senior center staff member help cre-

ate one for you. Once you have created an email,

please follow the instructions below:

1] On the internet, type “www.clovisseniors.org”

2] At the top of the page, find “Register for Clas-

ses” and click on the button.

3] Top left corner has a Sign In box. If it is your

first time, credit your account according to di-

rections. Each time after, sign in using your

email address and password, Click on the blue

City of Clovis Recreation link at the top of page

to get to main screen.

4] Click on Senior Center programs and then click

on the Classes & Activities link.

5] Choose the class you want and click on the link.

This will take you to the class. Click on the enroll

button. Choose the “offering” (date and time)

and add enrollment. You may add as many classes

that you want.

6] When you are finished, click the “proceed to

checkout” button. A screen will come up for you

to verify the date. Click next. You will next to

click the “Next” button for each class you ordered.

7] You will then make your payment online.

If you need assistance, please visit the Clovis Senior

Activity Center or contact us at 559-324-2750 for help

over the phone.

We are happy to help you through the process.

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