Boulder Senior Events for December 2013
Medicare Basics Class
East Senior Center
Thursdays, Dec. 5, Jan. 2 or Feb. 6
2 to 4 p.m. by appointment, 303-441-1546
Free
Monthly classes are offered by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging Medicare Counselors for anyone wanting to understand the fundamentals of the Medicare program. Information is provided about Medicare eligibility, enrollment, benefits, costs, plan choices, and prescription drug coverage.
“W-D 40” for Joints, Lower Backs, and Power-Brains – Introduction Program
West Senior Center
Friday Dec. 6
12:30 to 1:15 p.m.
Free
Call 303-441-4150 or 303-441-3148 to register
Learn more about this six-week series coming up in January. We will demonstrate a sampling of the various skills, exercises and stretches you will learn through this upcoming course (e.g., get from floor to chair with ease, stretches to reduce pain and inflammation and exercises to enhance your mobility for everyday life).
Angels Everywhere Coffee Talk
West Senior Center
Wednesday, Dec. 11
1 to 2 p.m.
Free
Call 303-441-4150 or 303-441-3148 to register
Please join Sister Georgeann Quinlan, BVM, for “Angels Everywhere.” This program was created to raise awareness of the many forms and ways in which angels are present to us and touch our lives.
“A Christmas Carol” – the Musical and Lunch at the Arvada Center
Wednesday, Dec. 11
10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
$65 to $70 includes transportation, trip escort, luncheon and theatre performance
Call 303-441-4150 or 303-441-3148 to register
This performance of “A Christmas Carol” is a musical rendition that will bring the joy of the holiday to the entire family. Prior to the performance, attendees will enjoy a wonderful buffet-style lunch catered by the Arvada Center.
Fall Risk Talk and Free Screenings
West Senior Center
Wednesday, Dec. 12
1 to 3 p.m.
Free
Call 303-441-4150 or 303-441-3148 to register
Join us for a discussion of programs that are designed to reduce your risk of falling and improve your balance. Learn how an assessment can identify the appropriate intervention for you. Free fall risk screenings will be available after the talk. Sponsored by Boulder County Area Agency on Aging.
Longmont Holiday Shopping Day Trip
Friday, Dec. 13
9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$10 for Encore Members includes transportation and trip escort
Call 303-441-4150 or 303-441-3148 to register
We will ride the Senior Services bus to Longmont’s rapidly growing Meadow View Village Shopping Center where you can enjoy lunch (on your own) and some fun retail therapy.
Denver Zoo Lights
Friday, Dec. 20
4 to 9 p.m.
$25 to $40 includes transportation, trip escort and zoo admission
Call 303-441-4150 or 303-441-3148 to register
Enjoy the Denver Zoo decorated with holiday lights while you visit the many different animals throughout the grounds. There are several dining venues on the premises (on your own).
