Copy
View this email in your browser

Suddenly 65 Newsletter

October 9, 2019

We are striving to improve the Suddenly 65 experience for all of our readers, and that means listening to feedback and changing to adapt to your needs.  Times of change can be a bit messy, so we appreciate your patience and continued feedback as we work to deliver the best content to you in the best ways. WE LISTEN TO YOU.

Have fun out there,
The Suddenly 65 Family
Provide Feedback
We're testing a Table of Contents. Click each heading to jump to that section.  You can STILL SCROLL TOO!  Does it help you find what you are looking for quicker? (ToC may not work on all mobile devices or older browsers.)

Arts & Entertainment
Classes
Social Events
Volunteering
Health & Wellness
Information & Retirement
Senior Classifieds

Provide Feedback

Arts & Entertainment

Abstractory, The Circles of Life, an Exhibition and Reception by Artist Osiris Munir 

October 12


Abstract artist extraordinaire Osiris Munir will present Abstractory, The Circles of Life, a fine art exhibition and reception on October 12, 2019, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, at the Art Lab Photo Studio, located at 840 Santee Street, Suite 203, Los Angeles, CA.

About Osiris Munir:
Munir is a member of the prestigious California Art Club in Pasadena, California and has her paintings viewed at OnlineJuriedShows.com, Swarthy’s in Pasadena, Innovative Theatres Inc., and the Being Alive/HIV and Aids Organization in Los Angeles. Other carefully selected pieces were exhibited at, “My Favorite Subject”; California Art League’s Third Annual Open Juried Exhibit, and the 85th Annual Statewide Landscape National Exhibition, held by Santa Cruz Art League. In addition, many of Munir’s paintings have been acquired by private collectors, architects and lovers of fine art.   
 
About The San Fernando Valley Arts & Cultural Center:
The San Fernando Valley Arts & Cultural Center advocates art and culture through exhibitions, education, music and theater. It is committed to promoting visual and performing arts by Valley‐based artists, providing a cultural hub for our community and enriching the lives of artists and others. The SFVACC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, tax identification number, 47-4978841. Donations are deductible to the extent legally allowable. For more information please visit www.sfvacc.org.

Jazz Duo - Jim Fox & Donna Deussen

October 10, 17, 17, 20 24, 31


Every Thursday this month - 6:30 - 9:00 PM
at THAI FUSION BISTRO 

6401 Platt Ave
West Hills, CA
818-999-2820

Sunday October 20th - 5:00 - 8:00 PM
at THE MANHATTAN

5800 Santa Rosa Rd
Camarillo, CA
805-388-5550
(reservations recommended)

2pm|$2 Friday Movie: Roman J. Israel, Esq.

October 11


Roman J. Israel, Esq. is a dramatic thriller set in the overburdened Los Angeles criminal court system. Denzel Washington is recruited to join a firm led by an ambitious lawyer and begins a friendship with a young champion for equal rights. A turbulent series of events will put the activism that puts his career to the test.

2017, PG-13, 2h 9m
Denzel Washington, Colin Farrell, Carmen Ejogo

2pm
ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center
18255 Victory Blvd, Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 705-2345

"Midsummer Night's Murder"

October 11, 12, 13  


Conjejo Players Theater Present:
An Audience Participation Murder Mystery

Directors:
Jeremy Zeller & Christopher Carlson
Producer: Quang Zeller

Location: Conejo Players Theatre, 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Performance Dates: October 11-13, 2019, Friday at 8pm, Saturday at 2pm & 8pm, Sunday at 2pm

Plot Summary: Midsummer Night’s Murder is an original, sketch-comedy-based Audience Participation Murder Mystery. It’s opening night for a local production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and as the stage manager calls “places,” one of the actors is nowhere to be found, but the show must go on! Before long it’s clear what happened to the missing actor, and now the cast and crew must work together to find a murderer in their ranks, and make sure the show doesn’t miss a beat. The audience will join in to help solve the murder, and even come up on stage to inspect the crime scene at intermission. Can the cast and crew finish the show before there’s another killing, or will this be their final curtain call?

TICKET PRICES: Only $15
TO PURCHASE: Go online to www.conejoplayers.org or call the Box Office at 805-495-3715   
 

Pacific Ballet Dance Theatre Goes Broadway

October 13
 

Pacific Ballet Dance Theatre GOES BROADWAY! A unique, interpretive fusion of jazz and ballet, celebrating Broadway’s most beloved and memorable moments from Chicago, West Side Story, On the Town, Hair, Les Misérables, Carousel, and The Phantom of the Opera. 

Learn More
Please RSVP for this event: 818-886-5181

2pm|$2 Friday Movie: Aladdin & Golden Age Short Film

October 18


Golden Age: *Special Short Film Screening at 1:15 before the regular film* A jaded teenager visits her grandmother, a former B-list actress with dementia facing eviction from her retirement home.
2017, 16m

Aladdin: In this live action reimagining of the classic tale, disarming young Aladdin falls in love with the Sultan of Agrabah’s spirited daughter, Princess Jasmine who longs to escape the confines of the royal palace

2019, PG-13, 2h 8m
Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott

2pm
ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center
18255 Victory Blvd, Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 705-2345
Click on each image below for more information.

Free Movie Matinee

October 24


On Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 1:30 PM in the Chatsworth Library Community Room there will be a free showing of They Shall Not Grow Old.  The movie is sponsored by the Friends of Chatsworth Library.  Light refreshments are available.  

The library is located at 21052 Devonshire Street in Chatsworth.  
For more information call
(818) 341-4276  

2pm|$2 Friday Movie: Murder on the Orient Express 

October 25


In this retelling of Agatha Christine’s classic mystery, a train ride through Europe on the famed Orient Express becomes the setting for murder when an American passenger is slain and almost everyone on board is suspect

2017, PG-13, 1h 54m
Kenneth Branagh, Penelope Cruz, Johnny Depp

2pm
ONEgeneration Senior Enrichment Center
18255 Victory Blvd, Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 705-2345

San Fernando Valley Master Chorale Presents "Grand Finale"

November 2, 3

Enjoy grand ensemble pieces from well-known Broadway and Opera classics!

Artistic Director Charlie Kim leads the San Fernando Valley Master Chorale (SFVMC) performing dynamic show stopping tunes. Expect to hear music from Miss Saigon, A Chorus Line, Into the Woods, Candide, Wicked, Phantom of the Opera, Beauty and the Beast, Chicago, RENT, Madame Butterfly, La Traviata, and more!

Joining SFVMC on stage will be guest artists Jennifer Paz, who portrayed the role of Kim in the first national tour of Miss Saigon, Anthony Fedorov, season 4 American Idol finalist, along with Jonathan Matthews, Julie Anne Bermel, Caleb Huelitt, and Sean Carney conducting the San Fernando Valley Youth Chorus.

Saturday November 2nd, 2019 at 7:00 pm and Sunday November 3rd, 2019 at 3:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of Encino, 4963 Balboa Blvd, Encino, CA 91316

Tickets: 
Senior/ Student / Military: $15
General: $25
Online pre-sale: $20; Groups of 5 or more: $16 each

For more info, ticketing, and a video preview visit: https://www.sfvmc.com/grand-finale

Classes

Wellness Class Schedule: Free Classes for Older Adults

Fall 2019


The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks has put together a fantastic array of free classes for older adults who want to stay active - just like you!  Dance, health, music, art classes and more!

Click to View Class Schedule  

Woodland Hills Library October Events

October 2019


Here's our calendar for this month.  We're hoping it's all accurate.  Please note the LADOT Team has changed to the 4th Monday of the month and the Woodland Hills Produce Exchange is now the 4th Saturday of the month unless it conflicts with a book sale.
 
Also, if you haven't had the pleasure of hearing the Old Time Music group, they are meeting the 2nd and 4th Thursdays starting at 5 pm.  This is a group of really good musicians playing great music.  Think "grass roots of Bluegrass."  They're really terrific.  They won't be meeting on October 24th but other than that date and Thanksgiving and, of course, book sale dates, they'll be here for as long as we can keep 'em.
 
Calling all crafters: 
For teens we have a great series of programs with Perler Beads garden creations and yummy Halloween treats along with an adult and family Halloween craft coming up at the end of the month.
 
Join us!  It's always fun and informative at the library!

Click to Event Class Schedule  

Beginning Line Dance

Ongoing


Join us for a Country Western Line Dancing on Mondays. Dances will be geared for all skill level of dancers and everyone is welcome. Put on your cowboy boots and two-step on down to the Monday Class. No partner is needed. Instructor Linda H. will lead you through a series of dances. 

799 Moorpark Ave.
Moorpark, CA 93021
805-517-6261

Learn More 


Adult Coloring

Ongoing 1:30-3


Thursdays, 1:30 - 3pm, join us and relax with adult coloring! All are welcome, and no experience necessary. Materials provided. 

Studio City Branch - LA Library
12511 Moorpark Street
Studio City

Learn More
 

Knit & Crochet Group

Ongoing


The FREE Knit and Crochet Group meets every Monday at 9am at the Moorpark Active Adult Center.  Beginners to advanced participants are welcomed to lend a hand and volunteer.

799 Moorpark Ave.
Moorpark, CA

805-517-6261

Seated Exercise Classes

Ongoing


The Chatsworth Library holds free classes every Wednesday and most Fridays.at 10:30 AM. The DVD classes alternate between core, stretching, yoga, and strength training. The library is located at 21052 Devonshire Street in Chatsworth. 

For more information call 
(818) 341-4276

Memoir Writing Class: Sages at Topanga Community Center

October 8 - December 10


Who: Mary Crescenzo, facilitator
What: Memoir Class, beginners 
When: Tuesdays, Oct 8 through Dec.10, 9:30 to 11AM.
Where: Sages Room, TCC
Why: Everyone Has a Story! Learn the skills of writing your memoir for family and friends or publication. 
How: Through inspiring exercises and prompts, techniques and structure of memoir writing, and group discussion and critique and reading of one’s work.
Public reading of excerpts of work in a culminating event on the last day of class!

Contact Mary Crescenzo to pre-register or for more info: 424 259 2407

Rejuvenations Monday

Ongoing


9:15 -- 10;15 AM
$5.00
 
This class uses a combination of Chi Gong exercises and Tai Chi fundamentals to activate and open internal energy channels to promote and enhance energy circulation and cultivation.  
Chi Gong translates to "Energy Work" or "Energy Method". 
The physical effects of aging and daily stress are minimized, retarded, and -- with practice -- reversed.  
This class is focused on internal energetics and can also be a useful supplement to the study and practice of Tai Chi.

About the Instructor:
Frier McCollister has studied and practiced the Yang Long Form of Tai Chi for 20 years.  
He studied initially under Sifu Gina Bari and then with Grandmaster Kai Ying Tung and Master Chenwai Tung.  He has also studied Energy Gates Chi Gong, Bagua, and Tui Na with B.K. Frantziz and his senior students.

Tai Chi Thursdays

Ongoing


9:15 AM -- 10:15 AM
$5.00
 
This class presents the Yang Long Form style as a comprehensive, full-body, zero-impact exercise protocol that ultimately activates internal energy circulation.  Most immediately, muscle reflexes become more acute and physical balance is stabilized.  With practice, the immune system is bolstered and core energy reserves are positively enhanced.
While not taught as a martial art form, martial applications are used as learning tools for the form.
Extra time is available for motivated students.

THE NORTH HOLLYWOOD RECREATION/ SENIOR CENTER
5301 Tujunga  (SW corner of Chandler & Tujunga)
North Hollywood, CA. 91601
(Parking lots off Chandler and Tujunga.)


Learn More

Chair Yoga for Seniors

November 9

Seniors can enjoy a morning of gentle chair yoga at the library. This instructor led exercise focuses on balance, strength, and flexibility. Attendees must dress comfortably and sign a waiver upon arrival. Please arrive promptly. First come, first served.

More Information

Ballroom Dances for November

November 2019


The Goebel Adult Community Center will be hosting their Saturday Ballroom Dances in November on November 2 and November 16. Doors open at 6:00pm.  Free dance lessons are from 6:30-7:20pm.  The dance is from 7:30-10:00pm. Ralph Mathis will be playing on November 2 and John & John will be playing on November 16 (Thanksgiving Theme). Lauren DeBoalt of Clearwater at Riverpark will be sponsoring the November 2 dance and Lourdes Simons of Regal Medical Group will be sponsoring the November 16 dance.  
 
Tickets can be purchased at the door and are $10 per person.  For more information call the Goebel Adult Community Center at 805-381-2744 or visit us on the web at www.crpd.org/gacc

Social Events

Agoura Hills Fall Senior Program

Fall 2019


Live near Agoura Hills and are over 50?  See an extensive list of upcoming activities happening at the Agoura Hills Recreation and Event Center. 

Agoura Hills Recreation and Event Center
29900 Ladyface Ct. 
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Phone: (818) 597-7361
Fax: (818) 597-7365

See All Events Here

Boomer Thursday at Daphne's

October 10 Ongoing


Come on into Daphne's in Simi Valley on Thursday’s and get free drinks with refills when you order any entree. In addition to this promotion, all baby boomers will receive a 50% off coupon on any entree when you purchase any salad, pita or adult entree at regular price. Or, $2.00 off any salad, pita or entree for the next time.

Learn more

Boomer Thursday at NABU Wines

October 10 Ongoing


Happy Hour ALL NIGHT tonight at NABU Wines in Westlake Village from 5pm-9pm and a Whole Lotta Vinyl! Stop by for a glass and stay for a side or two on the turntable. Pick from our Huge record collection to spin on the turntable or bring in your favorite album for us to play! Cheers

NABU Wines Voted Best Wine Bar 2019 in Los Angeles Daily News Readers Choice Awards

Enjoy our Napa Valley Pinot Gris for $7 all night.

FOOD
Pitfire Artisan Pizza now delivers their FULL MENU right to your table. Vegan Options too!

• Outside food is welcome
• Free Parking

Learn more

Salsa and Bachata Saturdays

October 12 Ongoing

 

THIS AND EVERY SATURDAY!

Come and join us for our new Salsa and Bachata Saturdays at Mejico Grill in Agoura Hills!

Come and learn some Salsa and Bachat Moves with Julio Ce from 8-10PM, and stay after and dance the night away to some Salsa and Bachata, Merengue and more by Dj. Flores Djohnny

2 dance classes fro ONLY $12
or pay ONLY $10 cover charge after 10:00PM
Social dancing until 1:30AM
Ask about our multi-session discount dance cards!

Delicious food, tasty drinks, good vibes.

21+ / VALID PHOTO ID REQUIRED ~ NO OUTSIDE BEVERAGES ~ NO BASEBALL CAPS

ONLY 0.6 miles from the 101 freeway
Free parking
Drink specials
outdoor patio
and much more!

29008 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

San Fernando Valley Rose Society's Annual Rose Auction & Potluck

October 12


The San Fernando Valley Rose Society is hosting our Annual Rose Auction & Potluck on Saturday, October 12th at Wilkinson Senior center.

8956 Vanalden Ave. Northridge, CA 91324   
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
 
Our event begins at 1:00 pm with our potluck, to be followed with our rose auction, fixed price plant sale, and silent auction.  This is a free event and all are welcome.   Come with friends who like roses.  Bring a food dish if you wish to join our potluck or just come to see the auction.
 
There will be about 70 roses available and some are roses from the 1800's and some roses are brand new in 2019.  We will have Climbing Roses, Hybrid Tea, Floribunda, miniature roses, and Old Garden Roses also. There will be rose books, vases, plant pots, tools, garden related items, rose patterned china and other special garden items to purchase.
 
If you have questions or wish to see the rose list, please email:  janetsklar@sbcglobal.net 

Organic/Synthetic

October 4 - November 22
 

Organic/Synthetic features 10 artists whose work combines organic and synthetic materials or highlights the disruption of natural materials by humans.  From fiber based installations to paper pulp sculptures, Organic/Sythetic focuses on form; before and after the artist's hand.

Opening Reception: Friday October 4th, 6-10pm
Gallery Hours: M-F, 11am - 5pm & special events, or by appointment

RSVP Here

Sherman Oaks Library Upcoming Events

 

October 12 - Sherman Oaks 'Friends of the Library' Book Sale 9:30am-1:30pm

Great used book sale at the Sherman Oaks Library to benefit our very own local library. The book sale runs from 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Select from children's books, classics, fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, CDs and DVDs. Most books $1 or less, big selection of children's books!! Help support the Sherman Oaks Library! Sponsored by Sherman Oaks Friends of the Library.

We also take donations of books, CDs, and DVDs.  Bring them to the sale or the library during business hours.  A receipt will be provided.
 
Pre-sale for Sherman Oaks Friends of the Library Members on Friday, October 11, 3:00-5:00 PM
 

October 18 - Reiki  12:15pm

Reiki is back!  Come learn about Reiki and experience the flow of the Reiki energy system.  Deborah Dovitch, MA is a Reiki practitioner and Master Teacher with over 30 years experience.
 

Mindfulness Meditation Classes - October 18: 11am.  Evening class October 23, 25: 6:30pm 

Each class is a combination of lecture, guided meditation practice, group feedback and discussion lead by mindfulness facilitators John Kneedler and Beth Daher Lynch.  John and Beth are graduates of UCLA's Mindfulness Awareness Resource Program.  John teaches the morning classes and Beth teaches the evening class.

Learn More about All Events Listed Above and More!

Bingo

Thursdays 1 - 4 pm


The Moorpark Active Adult Center holds Bingo every Thursday.

799 Moorpark Ave.
Moorpark, CA 93021
805-517-6261

Learn More

ONEgeneration Travel Plans!

2019, 2020
 

Day Trips and longer trips organized by ONEgeneration.

ONEgeneration Travel Office
Weekdays 9am to 2pm
18255 Victory Boulevard, Reseda, CA 91335
Phone:  (818) 708-6604
travel@onegeneration.org

View All Trips

"All Creatures Great and Small" Sermon

October 13

Rev. William S. Freeman of the Congregational Church of Chatsworth will bless the animals during worship on Sunday, October 13, at 10 AM.
“People are invited to bring their pets, or pictures of their pets, and I’ll bless them,” Rev Freeman says. He adds, “Children, who don’t have a pet, may bring their stuffed animals, and I’ll bless them too.” People are urged to keep their pets on a leash or in a cage or box. Rev. Freeman will also preach a sermon, “All Creatures Great And Small,” about how animals themselves are a blessing.

We conduct worship services Sundays at 10 am at the Congregational Church of Chatsworth (United Church of Christ), 20440 Lassen Street, 818.349.2550, www.chatsworthucc.org

Reverend William S. Freeman
616-796-5598

Audition Notice - "Miracle on 34th Street"

October 13, 14
 

A Live Musical Radio Play
Director: Jere Rae-Mansfield
Producers: Jim Bukowski and Cheryl Mastrovito
Music Director: Jim Holmes

Audition Dates & Times: 
Sunday, October 13 and Monday, October 14, 2019
7pm - All Susan’s, Doris’s, Kris’s,
7:30pm - All other roles/Quartet.
 
Audition Location: Conejo Players Theatre, 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Performance Dates: December 6-15, 2019. 8 performances. Friday and Saturday at 8pm/Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm
Rehearsal Schedule: Rehearsal schedule to be determined and will be posted at auditions. In general, most rehearsals are weekday evenings beginning at 7pm.  Some weekend rehearsals may be scheduled.  Please be prepared to provide any conflicts between October 15th through December 1st.  No conflict accepted from December 2-5 or during any performance dates.
Audition Requirements: Prepare one minute of a standard musical theatre song, and bring an alternative selection as backup. Bring sheet music in your key; an accompanist will be provided. A CD or music device with accompaniment-only track is also acceptable, provided it is edited and cued correctly and saved locally. (Please no YouTube recordings or anything that relies on a wireless signal.) The role of Foley Artist/Announcer has been cast. There will also be readings from the script. Non-equity, NO PAY.
Plot Summary: This is the classic Christmas tale of the power of hope and belief presented as a 1940’s radio play with authentic musical stylings of the 1930’s and 40’s. Favorite stars of the day gather to perform this endearing holiday tale before a live studio audience complete with live sound effects.

Character Breakdown:        
KRIS KRINGLE: Santa Claus. Older man (beard optional). Non-singing
DORIS WALKER: Female 25-38. Macy’s public relations expert. Alto/mezzo-soprano C4-C5
SUSAN WALKER: Her precocious daughter age 8-10 C4-C5
FRED GAILEY: Male 30’s to 40’s. Lawyer, looking for love and a miracle. Baritone/tenor Bb3-G4
MALE CHARACTER ACTOR: 25 or older. Various. Versatile.  Baritone B3-E4
FEMALE CHARACTER ACTOR: 30 or older. Various. Versatile. Soprano C4-E5
FOLEY ARTIST:  This role has been cast.
40’s Quartet: 2 male/2 female. Onstage singing roles only.  20 jingles/numbers. Tenor-B2-G4, Bass A2-F4, Soprano B3-G5, Alto B3-E5
 
*Note:  All actors except the two playing KRIS and SUSAN may play multiple roles

For More Information:
Contact producer Cheryl Mastrovito at 805-377-1450 or cherylmastro@roadrunner.com

Light in the Piazza - LA Opera Talk

October 15


The Friends of Platt Library will be hosting an LA Opera talk on Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 at 6:15 PM. Ron Streicher, a representative of the opera company, will be discussing the Tony award winning Broadway musical, “The Light in the Piazza’ and the upcoming company production.
 
“The Light in the Piazza” is set in Florence during the summer of 1953 where an American mother and her daughter are enjoying the sights. A sudden gust of wind blows off the daughter’s hat, precipitating a love story and an unexpected ending.
 
Brian Stokes Mitchell will play Signor Macarelli opposite Renee Fleming and Dove Cameron as mother and daughter, Margaret and Clara Johnson.  The award winning score and book are by Adam Guettel and Craig Lucas.
 
The event will be held at the Los Angeles Public Library, Platt Branch, 23600 Victory Boulevard in Woodland Hills.  Admission is free and no reservations are required.

For more information, contact:
Stenley DeCovnick
818-854-1247
kidzathart@aol.com

Giant Booksale at Chatsworth Library

October 19


 On Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 10 AM to 2 PM the Friends of the Chatsworth Library will hold its quarterly book sale.  The Library is located at 21052 Devonshire Street in Chatsworth.  The sale is in the Community Room and includes thousands of almost-new hardback books and a huge selection of paperback books all at a fraction of the cost of new. 

Go to http:/laplchatsworthfriends.org or call (818) 341-4276 for more information.

"Becoming Elders" Discussion Group

October 20 Ongoing


We are excited to help people find our group entitled, "Becoming Elders"  
 
This is a discussion group designed for women 65 and older whose issues are no longer about midlife, but rather things like healthy aging, retirement, end-of-life planning, loss of friends, family, and independence. We will meet in small groups, in members' homes, to talk about issues affecting our later years. We will also take inspiration from the many role models we have--like Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Tina Turner, Nancy Pelosi, and Judi Dench--who continue to thrive and motivate us.”
Let's get together and discuss how we may adapt to our new challenges and enjoy each other's company.  

To be a member of 'Being Elders' you must first be a member of Finding Female Friends past Fifty. To join the FFF>F group go to:   https://www.meetup.com/Finding-Female-Friends-past-Fifty-or-FFF-F/ 

Once you are a member, go the the url for Being Elders: https://www.meetup.com/Being-Elders           
                                

Upcoming event, repeats monthly : October 20, 2019, Sunday. 3:00PM-5:00PM. Sign up for Woodland Hills, North Hollywood, or Santa Monica. $10.00 fee to attend.

For Questions write to: BeingEldersTogether@gmail.com
 

"Batptism: The Rain of God" Sermon

October 20

Rev. Bill Freeman explores that idea on Sunday, October 20, at 10 a.m., at the Congregational Church of Chatsworth (United Church of Christ),

We conduct worship services Sundays at 10 am at the Congregational Church of Chatsworth (United Church of Christ), 20440 Lassen Street, 818.349.2550, www.chatsworthucc.org

Reverend William S. Freeman
616-796-5598

Ventura County Rose Society Meeting

October 24 


The Ventura county Rose Society will hold the monthly meeting on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at the Ventura County Office of Education Conference Center at 5100 Adolfo Rd. Camarillo.
 
Our speaker, Scott Klittich, who is in charge of Otto and Sons in Filmore, CA,  has over 100,000 roses that his nursery sells each year  Scott will be telling us about the new  roses he will have available and share with us his update on Otto and Sons caring for the roses and other plants.  It is a pleasure to see Scott Klittich's powerpoint pictures of his fabulous rose nursery!
 
The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for advice from Consulting Rosarians and refreshments.  We will have a little rose show and Society information at 7:00 p.m.  Our program will begin at 7:30 p.m.
 
Visitors are always welcome to our VCRS meetings.  For more information contact:  Janet Sklar at 818-993-6622 or Barbara Morse at 805-499-1657

Our website is: www.venturacountyrosesociety.org

"Membership Has its Privileges" Sermon

October 27

Rev. Bill Freeman explains that idea on Sunday, October 27, at 10 a.m., at the Congregational Church of Chatsworth.

We conduct worship services Sundays at 10 am at the Congregational Church of Chatsworth (United Church of Christ), 20440 Lassen Street, 818.349.2550, www.chatsworthucc.org

Reverend William S. Freeman
616-796-5598

Margaritas & Guacamole Fiesta - NA'AMAT USA

October 28

 

NA’AMAT USA is a nonprofit volunteer organization that partners with
NA’AMAT Israel to provide vital educational and social services for
women, children and families in need, in Israel Local chapters
throughout the US fundraise to support programs including daycare
centers, women’s health and empowerment centers, vocational schools for at-risk teens, domestic violence victims, legal aid and much more.

We also advocate for women’s rights, gender equality and child welfare in the US. October is our MEMBERSHIP MONTH! During October chapters throughout the San Fernando and Conejo Valleys will hold Marguerita and Guacamole socials for perspective members to learn more about this vital organization. If you want to make a difference in the lives of women and children while meeting like-minded people, please join us!  Please get information and

RSVP by calling 1-805-480-3404 or sandrar3@verizon.net

Active Senior Halloween Party

October 30


We will have a DJ/dancing, free prizes, games, karaoke, golf putting, and food & drinks (we will not provide any alcohol but you can bring your own). Costumes are optional. This event is hosted by Korean American Federation of Los Angeles, Koreatown Youth + Community Center, and Sun Bay Senior Club.

Learn More

Northridge Woman's Club

November 6 Ongoing


Northridge Woman's Club is starting our new 2019-2020 year and are looking for new members. The Northridge Woman's Club is a philanthropic, civic and social organization working for the betterment of the community through financial and personal contribution. The Club also promotes good will and friendship among the members and in the community. We meet every first Wednesday of the month from September to June. The meetings, which begin @ 10:30 am consist of a short business meeting, entertainment and lunch for $16.

Please contact Lorraine Phillips - Membership Chair if interested in attending a meeting phillipslorraine08@gmail.com or 818-363-0859

Local Weekly Farmer's Markets

Ongoing


Burbank Certified Farmers' Market       
Saturdays, 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
N 3rd St & E Orange Grove Ave
818 847-4774


Calabasas Farmers' Market
Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Old Town Calabasas
on Calabasas Road
818-591-8161  


Canoga Park Farmers' Market
Sat from 9:00 am. to 1:00 pm
Owensmouth and Sherman Way


Chatsworth/Porter Ranch Farmers' Market
Sat from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
20121 Devonshire
Chatsworth
818-447-5191


Encino Certified Farmers' Market
Sun 8 am- 1 pm
Victory Blvd at White Oak Ave  
818 708-6688


NOHO Farmers' Market
Sat 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Bakman Ave at Magnolia Blvd
and Chandler Blvd
818-314-1312


Studio City Farmers' Market
Sun 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Ventura Place & Ventura Blvd
818-655-7744


Sylmar Farmers' Market      
Sat 9:00 to 2:00
Los Angeles - Mission College
323-646-4898


Toluca Lake Farmers' Market      
Sundays 9:30 am.to 2:30 pm
4500 N Sancola Ave
818 845- 0754

 




Woodman Ave Market
Tuesdays 3:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Woodman Ave & Riverside Drive
866-966-9495


Moorpark Farmers' Market
Fridays 3 pm to 7 pm
Miller Parkway & Los Angeles Avenue 
805-290-5670


Simi Valley Farmers' Market
Fridays 11 am to 3:30 pm
Civic Ctr Plaza
2757 Tapo Cyn Rd
Simi Valley


Newbury Park Farmers' Market
Sat 9 am to 2 pm
Newbury Park Library
Borchard Rd / Michael Dr
Newbury Park


Westlake Village Farmers' Market
Sundays 10 am to 2 pm
2797 Agoura Road
818-591-8286


Malibu Farmers' Market
Sundays 10 am to 3 pm
Malibu Civic Center
23519 Civic Center 


The Village at Westfield Plaza
Woodland Hills
Fridays @ 5:00
Topanga Cyn and Victory Blvd


Enadia Way Technology Enriched Charter School
Thursdays, 2-3 p.m
22944 Enadia Way
in West Hills


Reseda Farmers' Market
Thursdays 9am - 12 Noon
Leichman Career Ctr
19034 Gault Street
At the Vanalden St
Garden Gate, Reseda

Dia De Los Muertos Pacoima

November 2, 3

Councilwoman Monica Rodriquez presents Dia De Los Muertos, Pacoima!  This year's theme is The Force of the Woman!

Curated by 11:11 A Creative Collective, an emersion, mixed media group installation will be on display in the City Hall Gallery.  Featuring Latinx femail identifying artists whose work reflects identity, matriarchal heritage and the elemental pillars of womanhood.

Learn More

Northridge Woman's Club Bingo Event

November 13

The Northridge Woman's Club is hosting a Bingo Event on November 13 2019 from 11a - 3p Wednesday.

18401 Lassen Street, Northridge CA 91325
Cost is $15 which includes one book of 10 games, bottled water and a light lunch.

Please call Irene Strauss at 818 344 3333 for reservations. 

Grandparents & Grandkids Create Together

November 14, 4-6pm


Back by popular demand: those two ART loving retired L.V.U.S.D teachers are ready to bring out the creativity found in all grandparents and grandkids. Together in this fun class we’ll explore art through the directed draw method. Join us and let your inner Picasso shine! We’ll draw, color, and paint. We are all artists! Grandchildren 5 years or older, please. Grandparents – no age limit!

Instructors: Ede Kotal & Judy Berke

Location: Calabasas Senior Center Art Room
300 Civic Center Way, Calabasas, CA 91302

Cost: $14/child, $3/adult for non residents

For more information, please call
(818) 224-1777

Moorpark Library Events

November 2019


All Moorpark City Library programs and events are FREE. Visit us online at moorparklibrary.org, Facebook, and Instagram or call us at 805-517-6370.

The library will be closed on Monday, November 11 and Thursday, November 28. We will close early at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27.

See All Events Here

Volunteering

LA Works: Volunteering Opportunities 

Ongoing
 

Since 1991, LA Works has contributed to a more equitable Los Angeles by organizing 25,000 volunteers per year to address the most pressing issues of our community through meaningful acts of service.

Their easy to use website lets you explore topics that interest you.  Visit https://www.laworks.com/ to start helping in your neighborhood! 

Local Volunteering Opportunities 

Ongoing
 

ONEgeneration has put together a list of volunteering opportunities near you.  To see the list, click here. 

Volunteer at the Agoura Hills Recreation and Event Center

Ongoing
 

Volunteer Opportunities
An opportunity to enhance your community and just have fun! A personal interview will be scheduled giving you the opportunity to ask questions and learn about the volunteer positions available.

Please contact us at (818) 597-7361 for current openings.

29900 Ladyface Ct. 
Agoura Hills, CA 91301

Calabasas Pumpkin Festival

October 19, 20


Please get involved to support the Calabasas Pumpkin Festival, October 19th and 20th! Volunteering at this Signature Event is an Amazing Experience - both fun and rewarding.

Sign Up to Volunteer!

Senior Companion Program 

Ongoing
 

Senior men relaxing in armchairs
The Senior Companion Program recruits active, fixed income seniors to assist other seniors in their homes.

The goals of the program are two-fold:
   (1) to help seniors live as independently as possible.
   (2) to provide fixed income seniors with a meaningful service opportunity and a modest source of income.

Senior Companion volunteers assist with activities of daily living such as shopping, preparing meals, running errands, and providing companionship to alleviate the loneliness that so many homebound seniors experience.

For more information, please click here or contact Henry Sotelo at 909.621.9900 x222.

Volunteer Opportunity with HICAP

Seeking a meaningful and challenging volunteers experience? The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) serving Los Angeles County is recruiting new HICAP volunteer counselors to serve in the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita, the Antelope Valley, and more. HICAP is a state and federally funded program that trains volunteers to provide free, in-person Medicare counseling to older adults in their communities. HICAP Volunteer Counselors provide unbiased information about Medicare and help their peers understand their health care options. For more information on how to get involved, please visit this website, email volunteer@healthcarerights.org, or call (213) 383-4519 Ext. 3006.

Health & Wellness

Magical Day of Hope Luncheon

November 2


The Conejo Valley Guild of the UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation invites you  to our annual fundraising event, Magical Day of Hope Luncheon. 

Saturday November 2,  10:00 A.M. 
Hyatt Regency Westlake Plaza Hotel, 880 S. Westlake Blvd., Westlake Village.
Admission $85.00.  There will be a Luncheon, Boutique with new and returning vendors, Opportunity Baskets and Grand Prizes. Cabaret singer Tatjana will entertain us with songs from Broadway Musicals, classics to rock and roll.    All Proceeds to Benefit Cancer Research.
 
For reservations please RSVP by October 21 to: 
Margarita Horwitz  805-630-2590 or 805-499-2569 or 
Isa Brente-Shekter  805-480-2492 or 805-338-9664

Walk to End Alzheimer's

November 2


Learn More

Could CBD Help Relieve Your Arthritis Pain?

US News & World Report


For the tens of millions of Americans with arthritis, the pain, stiffness and other symptoms from the chronic disease can be stubborn. Despite scant research, many are turning to cannabidiol from cannabis plants to treat pain

Read Article

Why You Might Want to Consider Getting Back on a Bike

Next Avenue


Aside from health benefits, today's bicycle options make riding more comfortable.

Read Article

Information & Retirement

Crime Reporting from Your Home


DID YOU KNOW?  You You don't have to go to the Police Station to file a report if you live in Los Angeles. Skip the line and save yourself some time. (If an emergency is in progress, please call 911 immediately)

File a Report Here

Local Senior Centers


Joslyn Senior Center
1301 West Olive Ave,
Burbank
818-238-5353


Tuttle Senior Center
1731 N Ontario St, 
Burbank
818-238-5367


Simi Valley Senior Center
3900 Avenida Simi,
Simi Valley
805-583-6363


OneGeneration
18255 Victory Blvd,
Reseda
818-705-2345


Van Nuys-Sherman Oaks Senior Center
5060 Van Nuys Blvd,
Sherman Oaks
818-981-1284


Calabasas Senior Center
Behind City Hall, Calabasas
Mon – Fri 9:00 to 5:00
Mon & Wed - open to 8:00


Canoga Park Senior Center   
7326 Jordan Ave.
Canoga Park
818-340-2633
Open Mon through Fri


Wilkinson Multipurpose
Senior Center

8956 Vanalden Ave,
Northridge
818-701-1001
Open Mon through Fri

 



Agoura Hills Calabasas
Senior Center

29900 Ladyface Court,
Agoura Hills
818-597-7366

Malibu Senior Center
23825 Stuart Ranch Road,
Malibu
310-456-2489 ext. 357
Open Mon – Fri 


Goebel Senior Center
1385 E. Janss Rd,
Thousand Oaks
805-495-6471 


Moorpark Senior Center
799 Moorpark Ave,
Moorpark
805-529-6864


Pasadena Senior Center
85 E Holly Street,
Pasadena
626-795-4331  


Bernardi Multipurpose Senior Center
6514 Sylmar Ave,
Van Nuys
818-781-1101
M-F 8:30 am– 4 pm


The Valley Storefront Senior Center 
12821 Victory Blvd,
North Hollywood
818-984-1380
M-F 8:30 - 3:00

DO YOU KNOW FAIRWINDS - WEST HILLS?

It is an upscale senior living community, offering high-quality independent and assisted living.  At Fairwinds - West Hills, retirement looks a little different.  The community is warm and inviting, yet active and fun, giving residents the comfort, care and security they need to make every day of retirement nothing less than an adventure. 

For a complimentary tour and lunch, please contact Rick or Lisa at 818 713 0900.  Visit their website here for more information.


 

Senior Classifieds (new!)

Music for the Soul

Summer and Fall is a great time to enjoy piano lessons! Reasonable rates for everyone!  
Call Nancy and bring the joy of music back into your life.
818- 281-5226.

Want to Submit a Classified Ad?

If you a senior and are interested in submitting a Classified Ad, please reach out to sales@suddenly65.com 

Want to Advertise with Us?

Suddenly 65 has an incredibly engaged audience, with open and click rates that FAR exceed industry averages. Contact us to learn more at sales@suddenly65.com
Follow on Facebook Follow on Facebook
Follow on Twitter Follow on Twitter
Suddenly 65
(818) 293-8933
info@suddenly65.com
www.suddenly65.com






This email was sent to <<Email Address>>
why did I get this?    unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences
Suddenly 65 · 23838 Pacific Coast Hwy Unit 63 · Malibu, CA 90265-1403 · USA