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DECEMBER 2024





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*Address
*266 Escuela Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040

*Contact Us
*Phone: 650-903-6330
Email: senior.center@mountainview.gov
Website: MountainView.gov/Seniors [ http://www.mountainview.gov/seniors ]

*Hours*
Monday - Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.






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New & Now

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The Senior Center will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 and remain closed until we re-open on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.


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The Senior Nutrition Program will have a modified schedule during the holiday season closure. See below for dates and times of service.


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We have multiple Holiday Events worth attending in December: Holiday Orchestra Performance, Holiday Gala, Frosted Fun, and Pre-Chanukah Celebration. Dates and times below.


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This month's workshops include: Life Fire Safety and Cyber Security Overview by AnewVista Community Services.






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Please sign up for workshops in advance by sending an email to senior.center@mountainview.gov,  <senior.center@mountainview.gov>calling the Front Desk at 650-903-6330 or stopping by in person. This will allow us to contact you if there is a program change.





Life Fire Safety
Life Fire Safety

"Thursday, Dec. 12"
"Social Hall, 1 p.m."

Join us for a Fire Prevention Workshop hosted by Fire Inspectors with the Mountain View Fire Department! Learn essential tips on protecting your home, including kitchen fire safety, using a fire extinguisher and smoke alarms, planning your escape, holiday safety, and home safety. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain life-saving knowledge from experts in your community.







Cyber Security
Cyber Security Overview by AnewVista Community Services

"Thursday, Dec. 19"
"Social Hall, 1 p.m."

In this lecture, seniors will participate in a practical discussion about common cyber security threats. Discussion will cover the difference between a “fake” email and a real email, learn about password management, safe browsers and more.







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Holiday Orchestra Performance

"Wednesday, Dec. 4
Social Hall, 3 p.m."

Celebrate the season with an MVLA Adult School Orchestra performance of festive music!






Holiday Gala 2024 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/11/19/file_attachments/3076035/Holiday%20Gala.pdf ]

Holiday Gala

"Wednesday, Dec. 11"
"4 - 6 p.m."

Don your finest attire and celebrate the season in grand style at the annual Holiday Gala! Join us on Wednesday, December 11, from
4 - 6 p.m. in the Social Hall for an evening of dancing and holiday cheer with a DJ and light refreshments. 55+ welcome.






gingerbread house

Frosted Fun: A Teen & Senior Gingerbread Challenge

"Thursday, Dec. 19"
"Social Hall, 4 p.m."

Join us for a Teen & Senior Gingerbread House Competition! Don’t miss this festive chance to build, bond, and bring your gingerbread vision to life. A $5 holding fee is required to reserve your spot, and it will be returned on the day of the event. Please sign-up at the Senior Center Front Desk, no phone reservations will be accepted. Limited spots available and all supplies will be provided. 55+ welcome.






Pre-Chanukah 2024 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/11/26/file_attachments/3084226/Pre-Chanukah.pdf ]

Pre-Chanukah Celebration

"Friday, Dec. 20"
"Multi B, 10 - 11 a.m."

Join us for a gathering of joy and community as we prepare for the Festival of Lights! Enjoy holiday crafts and activities, spinning the dreidel, classic Chanukah songs and inspiration, delicious treats and refreshments, and a Menorah lighting demonstration. Celebration led by the Chabad Jewish Center of Mountain View.






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Tree Lighting 2024 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/11/21/file_attachments/3079443/Tree%20Lighting%202024.pdf ]





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The Senior Center will be closed to all activities and classes beginning Tuesday, Dec. 24 and will remain closed until we re-open on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.

The Senior Nutrition Program modified schedule: Lunch will be served on Thursday, Dec. 26, Friday, Dec. 27 and Monday, Dec. 30. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. and close at 1 p.m. Lunch will not be served on Tuesday, Dec. 31 or Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025.






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Indoor Dining

Community Services Agency's Senior Nutrition Program has a full dine in meal service in the Social Hall of the Mountain View Senior Center. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Sign in will begin at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The Social Hall will close at 1 p.m.

*Lunch service is first come, first served. On occasion, not all patrons can be served.*




December Lunch Menu
menu 2024 dec [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/11/22/file_attachments/3080935/LUNCH%20MENU%20DECEMBER%202024.pdf ]

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*Reservations are required *for *Holiday lunch *on *Friday, Dec. 13. *Reservations (in person ONLY) will be taken at *10 a.m. Friday, December 6 *in the Social Hall. One person is allowed to reserve TWO seats (total of two individuals). Sorry, NO phone calls or email registrations will be accepted. Please remember: Saving seats is NOT permitted. If you would like to sit together on *Friday, Dec. 13*, then sign-in together. In prior years, we have reached capacity within 48 hours.






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Now Showing Sign




*Movies are on Tuesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m.
Wednesday movies start at 5:30 p.m.*

Come to one of our movie showings in Multipurpose Room B.
Maximum seating for movies is 36. First come, first serve.

When available, screenings have captions for the hard-of-hearing. There is no fee to enjoy these popular movies and seating begins 30 minutes before the show.

*NOTE: Please bundle up or bring a lap blanket with you to the movie. The room tends to be on the cooler side.*





Aloha

Aloha
"Dec. 3, 4 & 6"

While on assignment in Oahu, Hawaii, Military contractor Brian Gilcrest (Bradley Cooper) reconnects with his old flame Tracy Woodside (Rachel McAdams), now married to an Air Force recruit (John Krasinski). He also spends time with Allison Ng (Emma Stone), a hard-nosed fighter pilot who watches every move that he makes. As they travel throughout the lush terrain. Brian finds himself falling for his feisty guide, while his conversations with Tracy may provide a shocking revelation from their past.

"Genre: Romance/Comedy"
"Starring: Bradley Cooper, Emma Stone, Rachel McAdams, John Krasinski"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 45 Minutes"




First Man

First Man
"Dec. 10, 11 & 13"

The riveting story behind the first manned mission to the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the decade leading to the historic Apollo 11 flight. A visceral and intimate account told from Armstrong’s perspective, based on the book by James R. Hansen, the film explores the triumphs and the cost, on Armstrong, his family his colleagues and the nation itself; of one of the most dangerous missions in history.

"Genre: Drama"
"Starring: Ryan Gosling, Claire Foy, Jason Clarke"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 2 Hours 18 Minutes"






Rescued by Ruby

Rescued By Ruby
"Dec. 17, 18 & 20"

State trooper Dan (Grant Gustin) dreams of joining the K -9 Search & Rescue team, but no one will give him the chance. Shelter dog Ruby dreams of having a home but is running out of hope. When fate brings Dan and Ruby together, it’s their unshakeable bond that helps them face their toughest challenge yet. Based on a true story. 

"Genre: Drama"
"Starring: Grant Gustin, Scott Wolf, Kaylah Zander"
"Rated: TV-G"






The Family Man

The Family Man
"Dec. 23, 9:30 a.m."

A wealthy banker’s world gets upended when he wakes up on Christmas morning to find himself living a humble life and married to the love he left behind.

"Genre: Comedy/Drama"
"Starring: Nicolas Cage, Tea Leoni, Don Cheadle"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 2 Hours 5 Minutes"




Last Christmas

*Last Christmas*
"*Dec. 23, 1 p.m.*"

Nothing seems to go right for young Kate, a frustrated Londoner who works as an elf in a year-round Christmas Shop. But things soon take a turn for the better when she meets Tom – a handsome charmer who seems too good to be true. As the city transforms into the most wonderful time of the year, Tom and Kate’s growing attraction turns into the best gift of all – a Yuletide romance.

"Genre: Holiday/Romance/Comedy"
"Starring: Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh, Emma Thompson"
"Rated: PG-13"
"Running Time: 1 Hour 43 Minutes"






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Having fun at the Holiday Bazaar.

Photo by AG






SOCIAL SERVICES BANNER




Please sign up for Social Services in advance by <senior.center@mountainview.gov>calling the Front Desk at 650-903-6330 or stopping by in person. 





SALA

SALA appointments at the Senior Center on the first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. In order to receive free legal services, patrons must be at least 60 years of age and a Santa Clara County resident.




SECOND HARVEST

Free Grocery pick-up is the first through fourth Tuesday of each month, 8:30 - 10 a.m. Pre-registration is necessary. Please see the Front Desk for more information or visit the Free Grocery program on days/times of operation. Sponsored by the Second Harvest Food Bank [ http://www.shfb.org/ ].






BP screening

Free blood pressure screenings from a volunteer registered nurse on the second and fourth Fridays of each month from 12:30 - 1 p.m. in the Counseling Room. No prior registration required. 




HICAP new

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) appointments are available at the Senior Center the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Volunteer counselor can help you understand your specific rights and health care options.






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newcomers tour dec 2024 [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/11/19/file_attachments/3075807/Newcomer ]

A tour welcoming you to the Senior Center is scheduled the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. in the Lobby. Staff will review classes, upcoming events, social services, and more.




Dec 2024 puzzle swap [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/11/25/file_attachments/3082458/Puzzle%20Swap%20-%20December.pdf ]

Variety is the spice of life! Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Lobby between 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Bring a puzzle(s) and swap with ours at no charge. No prior registration needed.






dvd library

Stop by the Front Desk and explore our DVD library of 850+ movies and enjoy them for up to a week. DVD's are checked out and returned at the Front Desk.




book club

The Book Club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. December will be the Annual Holiday get together. January's selection is "This Is Paradise" [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/11/21/file_attachments/3079266/This%20Is%20Paradise%20Kristana%20Kahakauwila.jpg ] by Kristana Kahakauwila











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REACH OUT TO US





Alejandra Hernandez <Alejandra.Hernandez@mountainview.gov> – Senior Recreation Coordinator

Angela Mackowski <angela.mackowski@mountainview.gov> - Recreation Coordinator

Roy Day <roy.day@mountainview.gov> – Administrative Assistant

Mitchell Roman <mitchell.roman@mountainview.gov> – Recreation Leader II








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