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Memorial Day Tribute
in the Park


Lunch to follow at the PSC

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2008, what a year for politics!
Come hear about
State of the State of CA and a summary of Important Propositions on the Ballot

The monthly Center News is available ONLINE NOW at the website, http://www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org
It can also be directly accessed by CLICKING HERE. 
Printed copies mailed on May 7th!.


Senior Advocacy Council of Pasadena presents

2008, what a year for politics!

Assembly Member
Anthony Portanino speaks about
State of the State of CA

League of Women Voters
presents a summary of
Important Propositions
on the June Ballot

Pasadena Senior Center
Friday, May 9, 1:00 p.m.
No Charge

"Yes, Virginia, there is a statewide June election in California this year, and it is important! "

Join us for an opportunity to meet Assembly Member Anthony Portanino who will give a legislative update and discuss what the State is doing about issues of concern to seniors and to our community.

Assembly Member Portantino is Chair of the Committee on Higher Education and serves on the Committee on Governmental Organization, the Committee on Public Safety, Committee on Transportation, the Select Committee on Community Colleges, and the Select Committee on Foster Care

The League of Women Voters will also be presenting information on the very important, thorugh fairly unknown, propositions on the ballot this June.

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In Just 30 Days, Let the Games Begin!

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS! 
YES, YOU! if you please.

We are looking for volunteers to work in a variety of capacities both before and during the Games in June.  The success of the Games depends in large part on the diligent efforts of our volunteer corps and we seek your support, energy and, well, your time!  Please contact our volunteer coordinators for more information.  Good fun work!

Clerical and Special Events
M. M. Rozell
626.685.6754
On-Site at Sporting Events
Barbara Hall
626.356.1803
E-Mail: talley29bah@dslextreme.com
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A quick note about PSC Parking

Awhile back we led the weekly e-mail with a note where we addressed the parking situation at the PSC.  We are pleased to report to you that the City of Pasadena has approved reconfiguring parking along the North side of Holly Street from the Metro Station to Fair Oaks Ave.  The new configuration will be "angled parking" which will allow for an increase in the number of on-street spaces available for use.  This reconfiguration is considered, to use the vernacular, a "traffic calming" measure, as well as a means to support additional on-street parking in the area.

Further, beginning within 60 days, the PSC will be issuing stickers or placards that will be required for use of the PSC's designated spaces in the Arroyo/Holly Street Parking Structure. This will assure that these PSC reserved spaces are in fact being used during the designated hours only by our Members.  Cars parked in those spaces without the sticker or placard may be subject to citation.

The lot immediately to the east of the PSC is for users of the PSC and Memorial Park for periods not to exceed 4 hours.  We are taking steps to enhance signage describing this appropriate use. We will also begin closer monitoring of the usage and notifying parkers who are not in compliance with time limit and dedicated use restrictions.

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DO NOT JAYWALK ACROSS HOLLY STREET. 

It is an expensive ticket.
Need we add that it is rather dangerous as well?


Pasadena Senior Olympics Entry Deadlines - NOTE CAREFULLY

Senior Olympics Entry Applications must be postmarked by Tuesday May 27, 2008 for all event held through June 15 and by Wednesday, June 11, 2008 for events held through June 22.

Late and on-site registration for individual/doubles events will be accepted on a space available basis only and if accompanied by a $10.00 late fee.  Because of scheduling, on-site registration cannot be accepted for Team sports.

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May 13 The Pan-Hispanic Ballad Tradition:
Explorations and Discoveries of Folklore
in Spain and Latin America
Professor Sarah Portnoy,
Department of Spanish & Portuguese
University of Southern California
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Once More Into The World Of Music
Coordinator:   Alan Chapman,
Host, KUSC Afternoons and Member of the Faculty, Colburn Conservancy

All Sessions on Thursdays at 2:00 p.m.

May 15
An Afternoon of Song
Featuring Karen Benjamin
& Alan Chapman

ALL LECTURES BEGIN AT 2:00 p.m. in the Scott Pavilion at the PSC.The cost of a single lecture is $8.00. 
Validated FREE PARKING is available in the Parking Structure at the corner of Holly Street and Arroyo Parkway. 
Park on Level 1 or 6, Elevators Available.

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Friday Movie Matinee & Oscar© Celebration:  Once
Friday May 9 at 1:30 p.m.

Join us for a free movie on Friday, May 9 when we will be showing “ Once ” (2006), winner of the Oscar© for "Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song" for the song "Falling Slowly."

In this charming contemporary musical helmed by John Carney, a street musician (Glen Hansard) in Dublin, Ireland, strikes up a friendship with a migrant street hawker (Markéta Irglová). Over the course of a busy week, they compose, rehearse and record a series of songs that mirror the duo's burgeoning romance -- and help the young busker release his musical passions. The actors wrote the all tunes they perform, and won an Oscar for their efforts .

No reservations are necessary, just come on in and enjoy! Refreshments and popcorn will be served.  

The PSC respects copyright law.  Movies at the PSC are shown per an annual license agreement
from the Motion Picture Licensing Corporation, # 12421210.

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PEP UP YOUR LIFE on Saturdays!

The class taught by the Cal State students is wonderful, “and they deserve a lot of credit for their excellent teaching,” says member Ann Crossland. And this is just one of the many great comments we have received about our free Saturday class.

Pep Up Your Life is designed to improve the way you feel about your health and body, and for participants to have fun! The class is at an introductory level and participants will work at their own pace and within their own comfort range. The goal of this course is to help students feel stronger and enjoy higher levels of activity.

Saturdaysm TWO Sessions
from 11 am to 12:30 pm
from 12:30 to 2 pm
Location: Dance Studio, PSC Cost Free with PSC Membership
(Limited to 12 students per class)

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Tai Chi Clinic
Friday, May 16 at 10:00 am
PSC West Pavilion

For those students who have already learned the Yang Style 108 movements, please come for a free Tai Chi Clinic hosted by Sifu Irene Yung.

Participants will start off by going through the 108 movements as a group. Afterwards, Irene will be available to answer any questions concerning the technique, movements, and your individual goals. This will be a good opportunity for those who have been studying Tai Chi Chuan to improve their skills.

Special guest Grand Master Kenneth Hui will also be available to discuss the philosophy and application of this ancient art. Refreshments will be provided. For more information call Irene Yung at (626) 644-6276 or ireneyung2000@yahoo.com

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May: "March"

The MAY Book Club selection is "MARCH"  by Geraldine Brooks. "March" is the winner of the 2006 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.  "March" will be discussed on Friday May 23th at 1:00. Start marching now.
http://www.geraldinebrooks.com/
Link Here for the Barnes and Noble Reading Guide and More Information

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The Team

Last week we published a note regarding changes afoot in the management of the Pasadena Senior Center.  The Board of Directors has named as our Interim Executive Director is Cynthia Rosedale who along with the rest of "The Team" will be working to deliver the programs and services that you expect of your PSC.

We want you to meet "The Team" that oversees various activities and operations of the PSC.  While they'd like to come and meet you personally, they really are too busy, so we invite you to click here and at least virtually meet them.

While we are at it, we invite qualified applicants to submit their resume for consideration for the Executive Director's position.  The job summary and contact information is also on the PSC website at this link.

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Can You Do This? Lisa Berg, our PSC Art Instructor, bets you can.

And to find out if you can, enroll in the Summer Art Class.
Look for more information in coming weeks.
Summer Classes run from June 23 to August 30.
"Class Tasting" on June 16 & 17.

Challenge yourself this Summer while cooling off at the PSC.
Click here for an enlarged image of the artwork

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Bone Density Screening
Friday, May 16, 9:00 a.m.

Free bone density screening to measure your risk of osteoporosis.  A bone density test measures calcium and other minerals to evaluate your unique condition.  Join us on Friday May 16 at 9:00 a.m. for your free screening.  For an appointment call the Center directly at 626.795-4331 or e-mail Tonjia Dunlap at tonjiad@pasadenaseniorcenter.org

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Let's Talk
Join us for a presentation on " Lifetime Income "
Thursday, May 8 at noon. 

A representative from New York Life Insurance will explain guaranteed Lifetime Income products such as income annuities that provide a 100% guarantee on retirement income lasting as long as you live, no matter how long that is and no matter how the financial markets perform. 

A box lunch will be provided to the first 50 registrants.  Refreshments provided by Starbucks Coffee , Physicians Associates and the Pasadena Rehabilitation Institute. 

Need A Ride

Taxi Vouchers are available to seniors 50 years or older who reside in Pasadena. They will be issued on Friday, May 9 at 9 a.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. Identification is required.

Free Phones

The California Telephone Access Program (CTAP) offers free phones for people who have difficulty hearing, seeing, moving, speaking or remembering. These specialized phones are provided free to California residents who have existing residential phone service. For more information on this program check their website at http://www.ddtp.org/default.asp or to contact them directly call English (800) 806-4474 Voice: (800) 806-1191

Notary Services

Need a reliable convenient notary?   Now you can notarize all your important documents at the Center for free. If you are 50 years or older and reside in Pasadena , you can receive free notary service on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. For an appointment, call (626) 795-4331

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Huntington Senior Care Network Programs for May

MAY 14

On Wednesday, May 14 find out about “Being on Stroke Alert – Timing Is Critical” when neurologist Yafa Minazad, D.O. describes the important signs and symptoms of a stroke and tells why timing of treatment is critical for reducing the severity of residual impairment.

Noon Hour Information

Noon Hour programs are held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Huntington Hospital Braun Auditorium and are free. An optional box lunch, which is served starting at noon, can be reserved for $7.

Reservations for the program are required. Call Huntington Senior Care Network at (626) 397-3147.

Master Caregiver Series

In the ongoing Master Caregiver Series, on Saturday, May 17 Mimi Brown, MSW of CAPS Alzheimer's Day Care and Resource Center discusses “Celebration of Aging: Tools for Maintaining a Positive Attitude.” Learn practical strategies to help you reap the benefits of self-knowledge that comes with age.

The program is free and is held from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. in Huntington Hospital Wingate Building , East Room, First Floor. Call Huntington Senior Care Network at (626) 397-3147 for reservations.

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Are you aware of the treasure trove of information on this link?

http://www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/pasadena.asp

Not only will you find our Special Events Calendar here but so much more! 
Surf on over there now and get to know Pasadena!

Click here to view our PSC Calendar of Special Events

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Interested in becoming a Senior Center member?
Click here to read about our Member Benefits and join online!

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For directions to the Pasadena Senior Center
transportation and parking options,
click here.

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For Content Submissions, please direct your information and inquiry to:

Cynthia Rosedale
Interim Executive Director
and Director of
Events & Senior Olympics
626.685.6724
Tonjia Dunlap
Director of Outreach
626.685.6755
Raul Martinez
Director of Programs
626.685.6706

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Business Supporters

AA Vital Link Medical Alarms
Atherton Baptist Homes
Blue Cross of California
California Reverse Mortgage Company
Chancellor Place
City of Hope Medical Group
Country Villa Park Marino
Dickson Podley Realtors
Fair Oaks by Regency Park
Financial Freedom Reverse Mortgages
FONES4ALL
FountainGlen Pasadena Apartments

Glen-Park Retirement Communities
Golden Oaks Luxury Senior Living
Great Western Tours
Heritage Wine Company
HMS Catering

Home Care Providers
Homewatch CareGivers
IndyMac Bank
Inter Valley Health Plan
Kaiser Federal Bank
Law Offices of Geoffrey D. Chin
Lifetime Home Care Services
Lofaro Financial Group
Marguerite Gardens

Maxim Companion Services
Monte Vista Grove Homes
New York Life
Pasadena Eye Medical Group
Pasadena Highlands

Pasadena Home Health Care
Pasadena Rehabilitation Institute

Physician Associates
Royal Oaks Manor
Russakow Ryan Johnson
San Gabriel Cemetery
SCAN Health Plan

Scripps Kensington
Secure Horizons
Senior Helpers

Senior Home Companions

Senior Living Magazine
Senior Reverse Mortgages California
Summerville at Casa Glendale
Sunrise Senior Living at San Marino
Team Chevrolet

Terraces at Park Marino

The Oaks of Pasadena

Valu-Care Home Health Services
Verdugo Hills Hospital

Villa Gardens
Visiting Angels Senior Home Care

Vista Cove at San Gabriel
VITAS Innovative Hospice Care

Waddell & Reed Financial Services
Westminster Gardens

Pasadena Senior Center does not offer any assurance, whether expressed or implied, for any services rendered by these companies. Any mention of vendors, products, or services is for informational purposes only.

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Nonprofit
& Government
Partners

Armory Center for the Arts
Assistance League of Pasadena

Bet Tzedek

Braille Institute

Center for Aging Resources

Center for Health Care Rights

City of Pasadena

Corporation for National and Community Service
RSVP Senior Corps

Convalescent Aid Society
El Centro de Accion Social
Foothill Unity Center
Health Insurance Counseling Program

HEAR Center
Hospice of Pasadena

Housing Rights Center

LA Regional Food Bank
Levitt Pavilion

National Council on the Aging
Pacific Asia Museum
Pasadena Host Lions Club

Pasadena Playhouse
Pasadena Roving Archers
Pasadena Symphony
Personal Assist. Service Council

Phone for Life
Rebuilding Pasadena Together
Rose Bowl Aquatics
Huntington Senior Care Network

The Salvation Army

The Wellness Community - Foothills
Vietnam Veterans of America

Villa Esperanza Services

Women at Work
YWCA Intervale Senior Services