Class

Time/Day

Rm

Instructor

Other Information

Art Series, Watercolor

Mon., 9:00- 11:00 am

Rm. 1

Lewis

Professional artist Ralph Lewis leads lass discussion of class members’ ssigned projects.

Materials

Artist Workshop

Mon., 1:30 - 4:00 pm

Rm. 1

Kelly

Beginners to skilled artists are welcome o participate in this do-it-yourself class. The instructor will guide students, from beginners to advanced, in the art of watercolor.

Materials

Drawing & Painting

Fri., 1:00– 4:00pm

Rm. 2

Lucero

Learn all aspects of these arts

Portrait Drawing

Tues., 1:00 pm

Rm 8

Palsce

Learn the techniques of drawing people from a live model in a four-week session.

Inquire at the front desk for start date.

Materials

Computer Clinic

Wed., 1:15 - 3:15 pm

Rm. 6

Bring your computer problems or questions to the Computer Clinic. The computer instructors will offer assistance, or you can learn through the discussion of other people’s problems.

In Introduction to Computing

Please call center for dates and

times

Rm. 6

Learn the commands essential for operating a computer and the essentials of file management. Write, edit, save, retrieve and delete a short-text, using WORDPAD, a Windows 95/98/ME.

Materials

Windows 95/98/ME Workshop

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Please call center for dates and times

This workshop is intended for individuals who have Windows 95 or 98/ME installed at home. New users need to know what the different icons represent and which Windows programs are available.

Students will make printouts of what appears on their screens. Class discussions will center on how best to access Windows 95/98/ME programs and on whatever problems the students might have.

Word Processing with Windows

Call center for dates and times

Rm. 6

This course uses the word processor in Microsoft Works for Windows. Students practice using the tool bar, ruler and scroll bars. The commands in the menus on the menu bar are thoroughly explored.

Prerequisite: Completion of an introductory computer course or equivalent.

Ceramics

Tues., 9:00 - 12:00 pm

Rm. 2

Ellis

Students will learn all aspects of ceramics, starting with care and use of molds, pouring items, preparing items for firing, glazing, over-glaze and/or staining, decorating, decals, etc. Registration required.

Materials

China Painting

8081

Wed., 9:00 - 11:00 am

Rm. 2

Materials

Class members paint on blank pieces of china (plates, cups, trays, etc.). This is an ongoing class. Supplies are available to be purchased in class and there is a fee for firing.

Community Service

Mon., 9:00 - 10:45 am

Rm. 3

Simple quilts are made and donated to the children at All Faiths Receiving Home. New members and donations of batting, thread and yarn are always welcome

Crocheting

Mon., 9:00 - 11:45 am

Rm. 4

Materials

Join our fun-loving group for a lot of shared experiences, socializing and learning new techniques of crocheting.

Let’s not forget "Project Linus." A project where crocheted quilts and blankets are donated to traumatized and seriously ill children in our own community. "Come Hook Up With Us!" 

Lapidary

Fri., 8:00 - 11:00 am

Learn to cut and polish different types of rocks and make jewelry. New students are welcome.

Materials

Mat Cutting

Mon., 11:00 am by Appt.

Rm. 2

Palace

This on-going workshop of small groups will learn the use and techniques of cutting mats for displaying your works of art. Registration at the front desk is required.

Materials

Pottery, Introduction

Mon., 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Rm. 2

Kates

Learn the techniques required to make pinch pots, how to work with coils and slabs, how to use the potter’s wheel, and the fundamentals of sculpture. Students with experience are also welcome. Check with instructor for class openings.

Materials

Quilting Class

Mon., 8:30 am - 12:00 noon

Rm. 7

Punch Quilting is a simple “no sew” way to create fabric pictures and wall hangings. Simply score your design on foamboard, cut shapes from batting and fabric, and punch the edges of fabric into the foamboard for a 3-dimensional look to your picture.

Silversmithing

Wed., 9:00 - 10:30 am

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Fri., 9:00 – 10:30 am

Rm. 1

Perno

This is a course for students with a basic knowledge of jewelry making. Topics covered will include techniques in setting stones and repairing silver jewelry, the design and construction of various types of jewelry pieces; earrings, bracelets, etc.

Materials

BallRm. Dance

Wed., 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Social Hall

Various bands

$2.50

Line Dance

Line Dancing Beginning

Sat., 12:30 - 2:00 pm

or

Line Dancing Intermediate

Tues., 1:30 - 3:30pm

Social Hall

Social Hall

Janacek

Bice

Line dancing is great for people who love to dance but don’t have a partner. Each person learns the dance routine and dances in a line, much like a chorus line.

We cannot accept beginners after the first month of each new class. New classes begin in January, May and September.

Spanish

Mon., 1:30 - 3:30 pm

Rm. 7

Ulibarri

Fun way to learn conversational Spanish and New Mexican history. Sign up at the front desk.

Billiards

Mon. – Fri., 8:00 am – 5:00

pm

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Saturday, 11:00 am– 4:00 pm

Bill-iards Rm.

A variety of games are played at each center. Billiards Rm. is open at listed times.

Donation

Bingo  

Mon.

1:15 – 4:00 pm

Social Hall

Bridge, Party

Mon., Thur. & Fri.

1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Rm. 4

For those who would like to play bridge, party bridge is offered throughout the week. Most games required you to have your own foursome.

Dominoes

Wed.

12:30 pm- 3:30 pm

Rm. 4

Check out a dominoes set at the front desk and challenge your friends to a game! Or join in an existing group to play.

Pinochle

Tues. and Thur.

12:00 pm- 4:30 pm

Rm. 4

If you like to play pinochle or want to learn how to play, this group is for you. Newcomers are always welcome.

Table Tennis

Saturday, 11:00 am- 12:00 noon

Social Hall

Join in for some fun. Table tennis is an active fast paced game. It is easy to learn if you don’t know how to play. New players are welcome.

Guitar

Tues., 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Rm. 2

Geohegan

This group is designed for those who can play guitar in the keys of C-D-G-etc. Also, any other instrument is welcome. It is very helpful if you can sing, but not necessary.

You will need your own instrument and a music stand. This is an ongoing group and new members are encouraged to join. We welcome musicians, amateurs and professionals.

Highland Harmonizers

Wed., 10:00 am- 12:00 noon

Rm. 7

Devers

We have the most wonderful choral group you can imagine. The Harmonizers perform all over town. New singers are welcome to join at any time.

Hi-Toners

1st, 2nd & 3rd Fri.,

10:30 am- 12:00 noon

Rm. 7

Johnson9

If you enjoy singing and learning different melodies, this class is for you. It is open to those who read music or want to learn. The Hi-Toners perform at many different community events. Instructor provided by Senior Arts.

 Book Discussion Group

Fri., 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Rm. 8

Panagakos & Kirsch

Seminar discussions are based upon the pre-reading of a text in Social Sciences or Humanities, which is chosen by the instructor and/or the participants. An interest list is at the front desk. 

Creative Writing

Thur., 1:00 - 3:00 PM

Rm. 1

Aspiring writers meet weekly to create, share, critique and perfect their works. The group offers a supportive and nonthreatening way to learn how to improve your writing skills.

Drama Club

Thur., 3:00 – 5:00 pm

Rm. 8

Greer

Ever dream about putting on a skit, opera or small production? All interested seniors are summoned for behind the scenes and acting positions. Everyone is welcome to sign an interest list at the front desk.

Fishing Club

Trips start in April 2006. For further

Informa-tion please check at the front desk.

All you fisherman and fisherwomen, join the Fishing Club for a lot of fun and camaraderie. The group decides where the trips will go. New members are encouraged to attend meetings before going on trips. Men and women are welcome.

Los Volcanes Golf Club

Tues.

9:30 am

Los Volcanes Golf Club (LVGC) has begun its 2006 league season. LVGC will play until further notice at Ladera Golf Course located at Ladera and Sequoia NW on Tuesday beginning at 9:30 am weather permitting. When warmer weather arrives some adjustments to tee times may occur. League play is open to members of Albuquerque senior centers, male or female. Handicaps are established weekly based on past performance in league play. USGA handicaps are not required. Seniors are entitled to discounts on greens fees and cart rentals, if desired. Club rentals are available if you don’t have your own. This is not an instructional league. Some golf experience is useful, thought talent is not prerequisite.

Tim Mahoney is coordinating the league this season. Call him at 480-7082 if you wish to play or if you have any questions. Call before Sundays if you wish to play the following Tues.

We need to confirm how many will be playing with the Ladera Pro Shop.

Red Hat Society

Contact the front desk for further

details.

Join your senior sisters across the nation, even the world, to greet middle age with verve, humor and frivolity. Share in a bond of affection, common life experiences and enthusiasm for whatever life has in store. Please see the front desk for further details. The only criteria for joining is a willingness to share and a red hat. A purple dress is optional

EB Thur. Discussion Group

Thur., 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Rm. 2

Come listen, talk and participate in lively discussions about any number of topics suggested by the group.

Travel Talk

2nd Wed., 2:00 - 3:30 pm

Rm. 8

Lane/Williams

Come and enjoy this group of seniors who travel or would like to travel. Exchange ideas, experiences, travel tips and advice. Whether the travel is for education (Elderhostel), group tours, independent travel or family get togethers, someone has done it.

Metaphysical Discussion Group

Tues., 10:00 am- 11:00 am

Jones

The Metaphysical Discussion Group is for all things esoteric, spiritual, and new age. Personal growth, Metaphysics, Esoteric Thought is the focus here. So your thoughts, ideas and questions on Meditation, Yoga, Tarot, I ching, Shamanism, Higher Self and anything else like this are welcome here!

SENIOR SPORTS & FITNESS

PROGRAM

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Call the Senior Sports & Fitness Program

at 880-2800

To find out more about the Senior Sports & Fitness Program or to register, pick up a Senior Sports & Fitness catalog at any of the City of Albuquerque senior centers, call the Senior Sports & Fitness Program at 880-2800 or visit our web site at albqseniorsportsandfitnessprogram.com

ADAPTED AQUATICS

Mon./Wed./Fri.

3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

The Adapted Aquatics program, part of the Senior Sports & Fitness Program, is taught at the University of New Mexico’s therapy pool and transportation is provided from all seven Senior Centers.

Exercises are done in a heated pool of approximately 92 degrees. The warm water and buoyancy help the participants increase strength, flexibility and range of motion. The class works all parts of the body with special emphasis on increasing mobility. It is an excellent class for those suffering from arthritis and range of motion problems. All classes are conducted by Senior Sports and Fitness instructors, who are evaluated yearly for safety and effectiveness. Each participant must complete a registration form before attending his/her first class. The cost for each class is 50¢ for transportation and 50¢ for the pool. Call the Senior Sports and Fitness Center at 880-2800 for more information.

Kick Boxing Aerobics

Mon.

4:00 - 5:00 pm

Social Hall

GENTLE EXERCISE CLASSES

Mon.,Wed., Fri.,

9:10-

9:45 am (Video)

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Tues.

 9:00 – 9:30 am

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Thur.

9:25 - 9:55 am

Rm. 8

Owens

This is a fun, non-impact, primarily chair exercise class set to music. Classes are designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, cardiovascular capacity, endurance, and bone density. All classes are conducted by Senior Sports and Fitness instructors who are evaluated yearly for safety and effectiveness. Each participant must complete a registration form before attending his/her first class.

Call the Senior Sports and Fitness Center at 880-2800 for more information.

INTRODUCTION TO EXERCISE TO

MUSIC

 (505) 880-2800

Last Fri. of every month.

12:30 - 1:30 pm

Do you sometimes feel like you have two left feet? Do you find yourself watching those exercise classes wishing you knew how to join in? Well, join us at McKinley Community Center for one hour to learn and practice the dance steps used in the Exercise to Music classes and the stability ball routines. Upon completion you will feel confident enough to join the regular exercise classes!

McKinley Community Center (located next to the Senior Sports & Fitness Center) 3401 Monroe NE – Albuquerque, NM 87110

(505) 880-2800

EXERCISE TO MUSIC CLASSES

Mon., Wed. and Fri.

10:00 - 11:00 am

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Tues. & Thur.,

10:00 – 11:00 am

Elaine Merrill

Rivera

These classes place emphasis upon stretching and strengthening the entire body. Exercises are designed to improve flexibility, agility, range of motion, posture, coordination, endurance, bone density, muscle tone and cardiovascular fitness. All classes are conducted by Senior Sports and Fitness instructors who are evaluated yearly for safety and effectiveness.

Each participant must complete a registration form before attending his/her first class. Call the Senior Sports and Fitness Center at 880-2800 for more information.

Blood Pressure

Tues. and Fri., 9:00 -11:45

am

Rm. 3

Have your blood pressure checked by a retired nurse.

GEHM Clinics

UNM College of Nursing faculty and students provide free blood pressure/weight monitoring, health counseling, health and social service referrals, nursing assessments and health education. For more information call the center.

Hiking

Every other Tues., 8:15 am

5¢ per mile

Hiking schedule at the front desk

Hiker’s Information for Participants and Leaders

• The designated leader is in charge when in the field. Follow his/her instructions.

• Don’t leave the group to hike alone.

• The charges are five cents per mile – payable at the center before leaving.

• If you intend to hike again on the next trip, you can sign up before leaving the center to reserve a place on the van.

• Please call the center if you need to cancel.

• Hikes will be canceled at noon the day before the scheduled day if there are fewer than six persons on the sign-up list.

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Basic Hiking Equipment

• For foot comfort and safety (a) cleated high-topped hiking boots are recommended for ankle support, but heavy and cleated sneakers are acceptable; (b) spare socks – wet feet can cause blisters; (c) moleskin patches – to get you home if you do get blisters.

• Daypack – You’ll need your unencumbered hands for balance and to assist you over the occasional scrambles. Carry your watch, lunch, extra clothing and accessories in this. Buy for economy, comfort and lightweight.

• Water – A minimum of 1 quart bottle of water (in summer, freeze one half of it the night before to provide a cool drink on the trail).

• Lunch – Be sure to carry all wrap pers and containers home with you for disposal.

• Clothing – (a) use several layers of outer clothing in cold weather. You can add and shed layers as necessary; (b) Rain gear – this can be as simple as a large plastic garbage bag but have something to protect you from the occasional downpours, or worse; (c) hat – you may not wear it, but have it available for cold or wet weather; (d) gloves – lined in winter, unlined for warm weather. You’ll need these to ward off cactus spines as much as the cold; (e) sunglasses – south western sun can be intense, particularly at the higher altitudes; (f) sun block – this is a good precaution for exposed skin, given the high ultra violet content of our sun.

• Additional Equipment: Whistle – police type, to attract attention or signal for help. Yelling takes a lot of energy and doesn’t carry very far. A strong but lightweight cane – it is more to carry but if you need or want a balancing assist, an old fiberglass ski pole or something similar is an excellent choice.

Hikes

Westside Bosque $1.00 January 6

San Lorenzo Canyon $4.50 January 19

Riconada Canyon, Petroglyphs $1.00

February 2

San Ysidro Trails Area $2.75 February 16

Strip Mine Trail $1.50 March 2

Ojito Wilderness Study Area $3.00

March 16

Tent Rocks $3.50 April 6

Rito de Frijoles Waterfalls, Bandelier

$6.00 April 20

Sulphur Canyon/Cienega Spring Trail Loop

$1.75 May 4

Virgin Mesa Jemez Canyon Overlook

$5.25 May 25

Glorieta Canyon $5.25 June 1

San Juan Canyon $3.75 June 15

Meditation Class

Please call center for info.

Learn the history and benefits of meditation.

We will also practice methods and techniques for effective meditation.

Softball

Tues./

Thur.

Spindle 256-2000, leave message

Bullhead Park

Persons 50 – 65 plus who enjoy playing softball will find a home in this organization. Although competition is the heart of any game, every eligible player who supports the team effort must play in each game. The goal is the playing of all team members rather than towards winning.

Season runs February-September.

T’ai Chi Chih

Fri., 9:00 - 10:00 am

Rm. 7

Self-directed

These ongoing practice sessions are open to anyone interested in getting the health benefits from T’ai Chi Chih, such as improving balance, blood pressure, circulation and memory, as well as relieving stress and getting an overall feeling of well-being. 

Aristocrat Caravaners Group

1st Wed., 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Rm. 7

Ulibarri

Caravaners promote recreational vehicle use and enjoy a monthly camp out.

Members are required to own a self-contained recreational vehicle.

Gray Panthers

4th Saturday, 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm

Rm. 7

Advocates for issues that are pertinent to seniors.

Great Books

2nd Wed., 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Mann

The group chooses and discusses classic books.

Guardianship Meeting

2nd Wed., 11:30 am- 1:00 pm

Rm. 1

San Pedro Estates Property Owners

Association

Quarterly meeting Wed.

7:00 – 9:00 pm

Veterans and Military Affairs

Advisory Board

First Tues.,

call for info.

Meets on the first Tues. of each month at the Department of Senior Affairs Administration Office located at 714 7th Street SW.

Huntington’s Disease Support

Group

3rd Saturday, 2:00 – 3:30 pm

Rm. 7

Family and friends are invited to join seniors for guest speakers and friendship