Senior Coastsiders provides accommodations for people with disabilities. Please check with the office at least 24 hours in advance if you will need extra support. For further information on classes or upcoming events, call 650-726-9056. To see regularly scheduled weekly classes, be sure to scroll down. All listed classes and programs take place at Senior Coastsiders and are FREE unless otherwise indicated.

Register at:  https://my.primary.health/l/senior-coastsiders-wellness-fair

Monday Matinee Movie

Poms (2019) is a comedy about a group of women who form a cheer leading squad at their retirement community, proving that you're never too old to 'bring it!'

Mystery Book Club This group meets the first Wednesday of each month at 12:00PM (November 1 this month). The group meets in person with Zoom option. To connect via Zoom, click HERE for the link (passcode BOOKS) or contact Vaughn Harrison at vaughnharrison@yahoo.com. Future books are listed below and can be picked up at the Senior Coastsiders office at 925 Main Street one month in advance of each meeting.

Who doesn't love a little live music!? We have live music in the dining room at least once a week during lunch! Come see who's playing!

Senior's Dinner Club at It's Italia

Enjoy the fun and community of a family style dinner served at It's Italia's "Grandfather Table" that seats 10 guests. The Seniors' Dinner Club meets the second Thursday of each month (November 9 this month) for a 5:00PM seating. Enjoy a three-course seasonal menu designed by Chef Maile del Fierro for a set price of $25 (Includes coffee, tea, and soft drinks. Alcoholic beverages and gratuity not included). Payment and reservation to be made with the Senior Coastsiders office. Space is limited to the first 10 people who sign up and pay each month. This is a great chance to meet new or old friends at one of our fine downtown establishments. Be sure to take advantage of this amazing deal!

Class topics/mediums change each week but class is sure to delight and educate! Join this free class on Fridays from 12:30-2:00PM. This class is capped at 12 so be sure to arrive early to ensure your spot.

To learn more about the Coastal Arts League and their volunteer instructors, visit coastside-artists.com/art-classes.html#/

Senior Coastsiders has KN95 masks available for older adults. Please stop by our office. Limit 2 per person.

Senior Coastsiders has home Covid tests available for older adults on a first come, first served basis. Please call or stop by for more information or to pick up a test.

Our community garden is growing and thriving! The garden is available for everyone to enjoy including members of the Senior Center and our local community. Please feel free to harvest whatever you like and remember...only take what you are able to eat. When harvesting, please be thoughtful and gentle and remove leaves from plants carefully so as not to "shock" or damage the plant. There is plenty to share. If you are interested in being part of the Garden group or would simply like to plant something of your own, please contact Rose, at rhernandez@seniorcoastsiders.org

This is a participant led discussion group for older men looking to connect with peers, chat about the challenges and opportunities of aging, or just find a new avenue for socializing. Group will meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 10:30AM in the dining room over coffee. (November 7 this month)

Join computer tutors, Wanda, James and Gary, for a basics course on your Android, Windows, or iOS device. Course content will include: basic computer vocabulary, touch screen gestures, notifications and settings, wifi connection, dictation, basic internet, email, and more! Classes will be:

We have volunteer tech tutors three days a week. Come in and troubleshoot or learn how to better use your computer or smart phone!

Half Moon Bay Library at Senior Coastsiders Library staff will be in the Senior Coastsiders Dining Room the third Wednesday of each month (November 15) during our birthday celebration. Swing by the table to check out and return books and see what's new at the library!

Have you been curious about yoga, but have never taken a class? Have you enjoyed practicing yoga in the past, but have not taken a class in awhile because you are recovering from surgery, injury, illness or other life circumstance? If so, this opportunity is for you. LindaGrace offers a three or four class series to new or returning students to evaluate current strength, flexibility, balance, and familiarize you with the warm ups and basic poses before you enter the Gentle Yoga Class or the Wise Woman Yoga Class. These intro classes can be arranged directly with LindaGrace at lindagrace@wisewoman-yoga.com

Pre and post class time can be a bit hectic with busy schedules. Wouldn't it be nice to sit and chat over a meal with your class instructor? Pilates and Functional Movement instructor, Kerri Dorn, will be sticking around on the first Friday of each month to have lunch in the dining room and chat with students - without the stress of starting class late or missing an appointment! Come join Kerri for lunch and a chance to chat on Friday, November 3!

Grocery Bus Service 

Now Offered on Tuesdays & Fridays! Drop off available at both Safeway and New Leaf shopping centers. Bus will pick up behind the center at 12:45PM and return to campus at 2:00PM. If you would like to take advantage of this service, you must sign-up at the office or call Emma at 650-726-9056.

CoastPride

Agin’ Well serves up social and fun monthly activities for our (mostly) 50+ community members. These activities are selected by the participants and are available in Pacifica and Half Moon Bay. This program is a partnership of CoastPride and Peninsula Family Services. For October, they'll have a meet-up on Wednesday, November 8 from 6-7pm at the Pacifica Community Center and on Saturday, November 18 from 1:30-3pm at the CoastPride Center. If you’d like to be added to the Agin’ Well newsletter distribution list, please email Elana at aginwellfacilitators@coastpride.org

Coastal Repertory Theater “Pay What You Can“ Night - Thursday, November 30

White Christmas, December 1-17. Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting musical and the last show of the season. More information can be found at www.coastalrep.com Coastal Repertory Theater 1167 Main Street.

VOTC Movie Night at the HMB Library featuring Green Book, 5:30pm on November 16. Join other Village members at the movies! Green Book is a movie about a working-class Italian-American bouncer who becomes the driver for an African-American classical pianist on a tour of venues through the 1960's American South. Director Peter Farrelly. Starring Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, and Linda Cardellini.

Senior Gateway is a one-stop website intended to provide seniors, their families, and caregivers with the information they need to connect to helpful services and resources, to find answers, and solve problems. Find information on such topics as:

Check it out at https://seniors.insurance.ca.gov/

HIP Housing’s Mission is to invest in human potential by improving the housing and lives of people in our community. HIP Housing enables people with special needs, either from income or circumstance, to live independent, self-sufficient lives in decent, safe, low-cost homes. For more information on housing opportunities, please visit hiphousing.org or call (650) 348-6660.

Do you have an old car just taking up space? Wish you had a way of easily donating it? You’re in luck! Charitable Adult Rides and Services (CARS) makes donating your car easy. They take care of everything from the pick-up and sale to sending you the donation receipt and necessary tax documents. To make it even better, Senior Coastsiders receives a donation for every car you donate! To donate, click here: or call 855-500-7433. CARS is committed to treating every vehicle donor with gratitude and great service while delivering the highest possible returns to our partners. To date, CARS has returned more than $300 million to nonprofit partners like Senior Coastsiders because of vehicle donors like you. Thank you!

Senior Coastsiders Pet Buddy Program provides support services for seniors and their pets. Volunteers can help with temporary dog walking, in home cat care, medication assistance, transportation to the vet, and more! The program also provides pet food, cat litter, and limited financial assistance towards veterinary care.

We are offering many classes in one of three different formats: virtually over Zoom, in-person, or a hybrid model. We hope to have options for everyone and welcome your feedback. If it will be your first time coming to our center, please complete the My Senior Center registration HERE.

See below for the October menu, and our monthly activities calendar and class list. For a full list of class descriptions and instructors, click HERE. Please check our website for most current information on classes.

Access to Healthcare: The United States has a well-developed healthcare system with access to world-class medical facilities, specialists, and cutting-edge medical treatments. For seniors, this access is crucial for maintaining and improving their health as they age.

Social Security and Medicare: Social Security provides a financial safety net for retirees, and Medicare ensures that older individuals have access to affordable healthcare. These programs help provide financial security and peace of mind for many seniors.

Retirement Options: The U.S. offers a wide range of retirement options, from traditional retirement communities to active adult communities and continuing care retirement communities. This allows seniors to choose a living situation that aligns with their preferences and needs.

Cultural and Recreational Activities: The U.S. offers a diverse range of cultural and recreational activities, from museums and theaters to national parks and outdoor recreational opportunities. These activities can enrich the lives of older adults and help them stay engaged with their communities.

Education and Lifelong Learning: Many U.S. universities and colleges offer opportunities for seniors to continue their education at reduced or even no cost. Lifelong learning programs provide intellectual stimulation and personal growth for older individuals.

Entrepreneurship and Second Careers: Some older Americans choose to start businesses or embark on second careers in their retirement years. The U.S. is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and provides opportunities for older adults to pursue new ventures.

Volunteer and Community Engagement: The U.S. has a strong tradition of volunteerism and community engagement. Older individuals often find fulfillment and purpose by volunteering, mentoring, or contributing to their communities in various ways.

Grandparenting: Many seniors enjoy the joys of being grandparents and building strong relationships with their grandchildren, passing down wisdom and values to the next generation.

Age-Friendly Legislation: Some states and cities in the U.S. have implemented age-friendly policies and initiatives, making their communities more accessible and accommodating for older residents.

Legal Protections: The U.S. has laws in place to protect older adults from age discrimination in various aspects of life, including employment, housing, and access to public services.

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