Whether it's folk dancing, line dancing, square dancing, or just plain dancing to live music - this is a marvelous venue for making new friends and having a lot of fun while you're
getting that cardio going! And most of these events are free and both singles and couples are welcome!
Friday Night Ballroom Dancing in Granada Hills
Friday, June 12 from 8:00 pm
Join them for a great night of dancing to recorded music for the following dances: Swing, Cha Cha, Rumba, Tango, Foxtrot, Waltz, West Coast Swing, Quickstep, Salsa, Nite Club 2-Step, Hustle, Samba, Viennese, Merengue, Argentine Tango, and Country 2-Step.
Admission $16. Complimentary Dance Lesson at 8 p.m. General Dancing from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Dance Mixers and Door Prizes. Food, gourmet desserts, and drinks provided
Granada Pavilion
11128 Balboa Blvd in Granada Hills
818-831-1934
Celebrate Life With A Dance in Simi Valley
Friday, June 12 from 7:30 pm
Dance to the music of The Rhythm Kings as they celebrate Senior Prom.
Both singles and couples are welcome. $7.00 person. Refreshments served
Simi Valley Senior Center
3900 Avenida Simi in Simi Valley
805-583-6363
Dancing at the Galleria
Friday, June 12 from 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Take a lesson from Arthur Murray professionals, enjoy expert performances, or just join the dance party under the stars.
Galleria
15301 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks
818/382-4100
Come join the Trail Dusters
for a Great Evening of Square Dancing!
Saturday, June 13 - rounds start at 7:15
and the square dance starts at 8:00
Casual or square dance clothing. Both singles or couples welcome
The caller is Michael Kellogg and the theme is "Celebrating Graduates".
Wilkinson Senior Center
8956 Vanalden Ave in Northridge
818-756-7741
Square Dance with the Happy Squares in Simi Valley
Saturday, June 13 at 7:15 pm
The caller this month is Ken Ritucci and the theme is "Flag Day". Both singles and couples are welcome and if you're coming to visit them, please call at least 48 hours in advance so they can make sure they have sufficient refreshments for all their visitors.
Their contacts: Dan & Caryl -805-527-2769 or Marge & Bill - 805-526-9638
Simi Valley Adult Center
3900 Avenida Simi in Simi
Line Dancing in Moorpark
Mondays at 9:30 am
After a brief hiatus, line dancing class is back. If you're interested in learning how to line dance or just want to freshen' up on your dance steps, join Ophelia & Lenore as they review line dance basics.
Moorpark Adult Center
799 Moorpark Ave in Moorpark
805-529-6864
Simi Valley Cloggers
Ongoing Tuesdays from 6:45 to 9:00 pm
Beginning, easy, and intermediate levels taught in three 45 minute sessions. $6.00 per evening. For more information 805-469-7909 or 805-583-6059
Houghton Park, Bldg 4333
Township Ave in Simi Valley
Ballroom Dancing in Burbank
Thursdays from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm
Admission $7.00 - both singles and couples welcome
Live music with taped music during intermission
Ballroom dancing to recorded music is on:
Sundays from 12:30 pm until 3:30 pm ($3.00 fee)
Tuesdays from 9:30 am until 11:00 am ($1.00 fee)
Joslyn Senior Center
1301 W Olive Ave in Burbank
818-238-5353
Social Dancing to the 30's, 40's, & 50's
Wednesdays, 10:00-11:30am
Engage in some great dancing to some great music in this fun social atmosphere.
Coordinator: Fred Phillips
Goebel Adult Center
1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks
805-381-2744
Line Dance Practice
Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:00pm
All levels of experience welcome; fun for all!
Goebel Adult Center
1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks
805-381-2744
Basic and Intermediate Salsa Dancing in Simi Valley
Ongoing Thursdays either 6:30 or 7:30
$60.00 for 6 classes.
For more information or to register call 805-208-8515
Rancho Santa Susanna Community Center
5005-C Los Angeles Avenue in Simi Valley
Square Dancing in Glendale
Every Tuesday evening from 7 to 10 pm
Bachelors n Bachelorettes.....singles and couples welcome
Carpool from San Fernando Valley
Dance and refreshments-$7.
For more information call 818-787-4188
Folk Dancing in Canoga Park
Fridays from 7:15 pm to 9:45 pm
West Valley Folk Dancers offer international folk dances. Both singles and couples are welcome. Soft shoes recommended.
Cost is $4.00 per person for members and $5.00 per person for non-members. More info @ 818-348-6133
the Senior Center
7326 Jordan Ave. in Canoga Park
Ballroom Dancing in Northridge
Every Thursday from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm
Join your friends for dancing to a live band. Have fun and exercise at the same time.
$2.00 donation
Robert M. Wilkinson Multi-Purpose Center
8956 Vanalden Ave in Northridge
818-756-7741
Conejo Valley Senior Dance Orchestra Rehearsal
Thursdays, 1:00-3:30pm
Join Ed LaFata as he rehearses "The Unforgettables" and they perform the music of the Big Band Era of the 40's, 50's & 60's.
Goebel Adult Community Center
1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks
805-381-2744
Mike's Country Line Dancing in Reseda
Tuesdays (intermediate) from 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Thursdays (beginners) from 2:00 until 3:00 pm
You Know You've Always Wanted To Try It!
It improves your range of motion, concentration and memory while dancing to the oldies. Beginners are $6.00 and intermediate is $6.00
Teacher Mike Bendavid is a California Country and Western Dance Champion. This kind of exercise has been proven to help with balance and is considered good overall exercise.
ONEGeneration Senior Center
18255 Victory Blvd in Reseda
818-705-2345
VISIT THE SAN ANTONIO WINERY
Thursday, June 25 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Hop on board a bus tour of LA, then head to the historic San Antonio Winery, which has been the heart of wine making and wine culture in Los Angeles since 1917. It is the last producing winery in Los Angeles and continues to hand craft wines from estate vineyards in Napa Valley, Monterey, Paso Robles, and many viticultural areas throughout California.
Enjoy lunch, then a tour and a wine tasting at this historic site.
The price is $30, which includes transportation to and from the Malibu Senior Center, tour, tastings, and lunch. Participants can register on-line HERE , or by calling the Malibu Senior Center at (310) 456-2489 ext. 357.
DANIELLE NIEVES IS A SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST
(SRES)
She specializes in senior residential real estate representing sellers and buyers.
Danielle Nieves, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty in Northridge, understands the challenges of moving, particularly with those who have been in their homes for many years, and has the patience to go above-and-beyond to make their move hassle-free.
Why work with a senior real estate specialist? She can offer you choices and alternative solutions to your move and has a network of help for the 50+ market.
PLEASE CLICK HERE for her list of helpful resources:
If you have any questions about any of these needs, please feel free to contact her. She is here for your Senior needs and would be happy to help you! She covers the entire San Fernando Valley as well as the Santa Clarita Valley.
For two of her great letters of recommendation CLICK HERE
SEE HER WEBSITE HERE
READ HER JUNE NEWSLETTER HERE
Danielle Nieves
Realtor, SRES & HAFA Certified
CalBRE#01821674
Keller Williams Realty
Cell: 818-635-5102
SUCCESSFUL & HEALTHY AGING
THROUGH INTEGRATIVE EAST-WEST MEDICINE
Friday, June 19 from 2:00 until 3:00 pm
This presentation will provide an overview of integrative East-West medicine and explore strategies to help optimize health and wellness. Several key acupressure points will also be discussed that can treat common ailments.
Presenter: UCLA Health's Dr. Malcolm B. Taw and the fee is $2.00. For information and reservations (a must) call 818-880-6461
Founders Hall located behind the Calabasas Library
At The Commons in Calabasas
SENIOR PUZZLES WITH PUZZLE BOOK AUTHOR ALAN STILSON
Wednesday, June 17 from 10:00 until 11:00 am
Join puzzle book author, Alan Stillson, for a fun, nostalgic and easy class that will include working a variety of puzzles and puzzle solving tips. All puzzles can be done without a pencil!
This class is for you if you want some good brain exercise and enjoy word puzzles that are short and won't give you a headache! Participants will receive a free puzzle sample pack.
The fee is $2.00 and the presenter is Alan Stilson
For information and reservations (a must) call 818-880-6461
Founders Hall located behind the Calabasas Library
GAMES PEOPLE PLAY
Bingo in Thousand Oaks
Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays, 1:00-3:30pm
Minimum buy-in: $8; additional papers available. Prizes up to $200. Open for ages 18+
Doors open at Noon.
Goebel Adult Community Center
1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks
805-381-2744
Bingo in Granada Hills
Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday evening, 6:30 - 10:00 pm
(doors open at 5:30 pm)
All paper games. In & Out Bingo: Come and go as desired.
Pay as you play: Entrance Playing Fee $2 per Player, $1 per Game Sheet
For more information, please call (818) 831-1934
The Granada Pavilion
11128 Balboa Blvd in Granada Hills
The Thousand Oaks Chess Club
Monday Evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:45 pm
Their main events consist of continuous USCF rated tournaments. They are usually 5 rounds and are split into 2-3 sections according to rating, with one tournament game played per week. There is a tournament round nearly every week, with the exception of the third week of each month. On that week, they usually have open play, with the occasional blitz tournament or master simul. Open play is also available during the tournaments in the skittles room beginning at 7:15.
All levels and ages are welcome. They currently do not charge ANY membership fees. Feel free to stop by and check them out! They look forward to meeting you!
Goebel Adult Community Center
1385 East Janss Road in Thousand Oaks
805-381-2744
Chess in the West Valley
Thursdays, 6-30-10.30 p.m
West Valley Chess Club meets every Thursday.
Shomrei Torah Synagogue
7353 Valley Circle in West Hills
Mah Jongg anyone!
Looking for a 5th for Thursday afternoons from 12:30 P.M. till 4:45 P.M. We play in Encino. Just bring your $5 and expect to enjoy the day, you can't get rich but you won't loose your shirt either.
Please contact Alice Dollinger 818-990-3334
Couple's Mah Jongg
We are a young 65 plus couple living in Encino looking for other young minded 65 plus couples to play Mah Jongg with.
Please call if you're interested!
Alice Dollinger 818-990-3334
New Mah Jongg Classes Forming for July
8 Tuesday afternoon classes from 12:00 - 2:00
8 Tuesday evening classes from 7:00 - 9:00
Tuesday, July 7th - Tuesday, Sept. 1st
For more information call Judi at 818-764-6240
or go to our website at WEBSITE
New Mah Jongg Class Forming at the VJCC
8 Thursday mornings from 10:00 - 12:00
Thursday, July 9th - Thursday, August 27th
For more information call Judi at 818-764-6240
or go to the flyer at: WEBSITE
Poker in Sherman Oaks
Tuesdays from 12:00 Noon until 4:00 pm
A small congenial group plays poker on Tuesdays. It is a friendly game with experienced players and seeking more players. Those interested may call Maggie at 818-906-7545
The Sherman Oaks/Van Nuys Adult Center
5040 Van Nuys Boulevard in Sherman Oaks
Poker in Simi Valley
Tuesdays from 6:15 until 9:45 pm
Dealer's choice and future tournaments. Join their club for prizes and fun. $1.00 per class.
The Simi Valley Senior Center
3900 Avenida Simi in Simi Valley
805-583-6363
Trivial pursuit
If you want to be king or queen of random knowledge, you can be. There are leagues and rankings. Here are some places where you can go to play: http://www.kingtrivia.com/wheretoplay.php
Some Valley locations are in Sherman Oaks (The Cork Lounge, Robin Hood British Pub), N. Hollywood (The Federal Bar, Pitfire Pizza NoHo), Encino (Prohibition Burgers & Beer), Van Nuys (Pineapple Hill Saloon), Woodland Hills (The White Harte, Picwick's Pub), Calabasas (Sagebrush Cantina), Burbank (Barney's Beanery, Moore's Deli).
CLICK HERE for further information and rules.
Their 2 primary rules seem to be "have fun" and "don't be lame" (don't cheat; don't act stupidly; don't challenge the Quizmaster). For those of you that live and breathe trivia, this might be fun.
Bunco in Woodland Hills
Saturday, June 20 from 6:30 until 9:30 pm
A potluck, fun evening with Bunco and prizes, good food, and friends!
Please call 818-360-2211 or [email protected] to rsvp and to let them know what potluck you will be bringing.
Open to everyone! $10.00 for members and $15.00 non-members
Valley Jewish Community Center
20350 Ventura Blvd #100 in Woodland Hills
Bunco in Simi Valley
Thursday, June 18 from 7:00 until 9:00 pm
Meet new friends, win prizes, and just have fun! The fee is $2.00 which is used for prizes. Register at www.rsrpd.org or in person at:
The Simi Valley Senior Center
3900 Avenida Simi in Simi Valley
805-583-6363
A Cribbage Club in Simi Valley
Mondays from 6:00 until 9:00 pm
Come play cribbage with other people who enjoy the game. Beginners are welcome!
For more information please contact: Stan, Karen, Shelly, or Bryan at 805-300-8490
Register at www.rsrpd.org or in person at:
The Simi Valley Senior Center
3900 Avenida Simi in Simi Valley
805-583-6363
PINK LADY SAYS:
"AGE HAS NO LIMITS OR BOUNDARIES!"
BE THERE for the FINAL COMPETITION SHOW of SENIOR STAR SEARCH
LIVE at the BARNSDALL GALLERY THEATRE in HOLLYWOOD
JULY 12th - 3:00-5:00 pm
100's AUDITIONED! 15 FINALISTS WERE CHOSEN!
WHO WILL BE THE WINNER? DON'T MISS THE TALENT, THE LAUGHS, THE TEARS AND THE JOY!!
Only $22.50 per person including dessert. Group rates available.
Call For Reservations: 818-606-6679 or 818-400-2701
SEE FLYER FOR MORE DETAILS