Announcements

Notary Public:

Available by appointment.

Membership
Persons 55 years and older may become center members. Spouses of members younger than 55 are also accepted for membership. Any person wishing to participate at a senior center is required to obtain a membership card. There is a $12.50 donation for the year. Cards are issued for one year, and they are valid at all six senior centers in Albuquerque,Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center,and The Sports and Fitness Center.

Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are needed at all senior centers and are being recruited for the new Senior Sports and Fitness Center in all areas of operations. If you have time, talents, skills, or hobbies you would like to share, please contact the center of your choice.

Newsletters
Read all about it in the SUN! Copies are available at the front desk at no charge. Submissions are due by the 15th of each month.

City programs comply with “The Americans with Disabilities Act”.
The City of Albuquerque does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or provision of services. If you have a disability and will need special assistance to benefit from an activity or trip offered by a senior center, please call that location at least one week prior to the event.

Suggestion Boxes
Suggestion box is located at the front desk. Your comments, suggestions and ideas are appreciated.

2006 Closing Dates
New Year’s Day, January 2
Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday, January 16
President’s Day, February 20
Memorial Day, May 29

Cleaning Schedule
Palo Duro Senior Center will be closed for cleaning on January 23-29.

Defensive Driving
The AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Program is a classroom driver-improvement course. The eight-hour course is taught in two four-hour sessions over two days. It provides practical techniques for coping with changes in vision, hearing and reaction time, along with a review of "rules of the road." Anyone 50 years or older may take this class and may receive a discount on insurance premiums. No written or driving test is involved. Cost is $10.00 per person. Make your check payable to AARP and bring it to the first class. No cash will be accepted. Classes are held the 2nd Saturday, 9:15am - 1:15 pm, Room #10 A/B.

Palo Duro Senior Center
1st & 2nd Saturday, 9:15 am - 1:15 pm
Room #10 A/B

Discarded Eyewear Collection
Turn in old eyewear at the front desk for donation to the Lion’s Club.

Friendship Coffee
Eat while you chat with old friends and make new ones.
Social Hall
Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, 9:45 am

Gift Shop
Come purchase a special gift made by senior citizens. You may submit your merchandise to sell - you must be a member of a senior center and the item must be hand made.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Gift Shop, Bertha Downey
Cost per item

Income Tax Assistance
Reservations are required for most centers. Walk-ins needing forms or answers to simple questions are welcome without reservations. If you have a complicated return, check with the center prior to your appointment for a consultation with the volunteer tax assistant. Please bring the following information when you come in:

Copy of last year’s state and federal tax returns
Current tax packets received from IRS and/or State of New Mexico.
Social Security numbers of all dependents.
All W-2 forms for wages.
1099-INT forms received for DC’s, bank accounts, savings & loan, credit unions, money market funds, etc.
Statements of tax free interest.
All 1099-DIV forms with dividends.
All 1099 Forms showing Social Security.
RRB-1099 forms showing railroad retirement.
Any other 1099 forms.
All W-2P forms for pensions.

Amounts of all other income such as sales of stock or property, rental income & expenses, jury duty, election work, jobs, bingo, alimony, etc.
For age 65 or older, property tax bill and/or rent receipts.
Palo Duro Senior Center
February 9-April 13
Thursday, 8:00 am – 3:45 pm
Reservations required

New Member Reception/Orientation
All new members are invited to a New Member Reception and Orientation. The center staff and advisory council will be on hand to welcome new members and present an overview of the programs and services. New members will become acquainted with our activities, and classes. A tour of the center is offered after the overview.

Palo Duro Senior Center
1st Wednesday, 9:15 am
Room #7

Notary Service
Available by appointment.

Palo Duro Senior Center
888-8102

Reduced Fee Pet Vaccination Clinics

The City of Albuquerque’s Animal Service Division will be providing pet vaccinations for $5 per shot. They will also collect the license fee if you live in the City, which averages about $4 per pet for a spayed or neutered animal. You can expect to have to pay for the license before your animal will be immunized. No appointments are necessary.

Palo Duro Senior Center, June 3, 2:00pm

Recycling Bags
Recycling Bags are available at the front desk, you must bring your coupon that you receive in your water bill.

Palo Duro Senior Center

Senior Citizen Law Office Legal Clinic
The Senior Citizen Law Office will provide general legal information at various centers. Divorces, wills, and criminal issues are not included. For more information call the Senior Citizen Law Office at 265-2300.

Tuesday Marketplace
Table rentals are available at the front desk
Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesdays, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

TRIPS

If you are interested in participating in any
of the trips, please sign up at the respective
senior center listed.

Trip Policy:
• All trip checks must be made out to the City of Albuquerque.
• Reservations will not be accepted over the phone.
• No reservations can be made without payment in full for the trip.
• Cancellations will require a 3-day notice for a refund, with the following exception: if the trip involves a tour guide, motor coach, or advance ticket purchases, cancellation penalties apply.
• All trip participants should remain with the group for the entire trip.
• When tickets for special performances have been purchased by the center, cancellations will be refunded only after the ticket is resold.
• No refunds on trips costing $1 or less.
• Membership card must be presented when registering for trips.
• All return times are approximate

Cruising with Carole
Chinese New Year Celebration is our adventure today. This two hour performance will be outdoors.
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Sunday, January 29
Check in: 11:45 am
Departure: 12:00 pm
Return: 3:30 pm
Cost: $.50 transportation, bring our own snack and drink for lunch

March

Cruising with Carole
Let’s find out what Rapid Ride is all about. We will board at Coronado Mall and ride all the way around the line. We catch lunch downtown someplace.
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, March 15
Check in: 10:00 am
Departure: 10:15 am
Return: 2:30 pm
Cost: $.50 transportation, $1.00 for the bus, lunch on your own

Telephone Museum
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Love those cell phones? See how it all began in this downtown museum.
Tuesday, March 21
Check in: 9:30 am
Departure: 9:45 am
Return: 12:00 pm
Cost: $.50 transportation, $1.00 admission

Harvey House Museum
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Remember the Harvey Girls? Tour their houses along the railroad tracks.
We suggest you eat lunch before we go.
Tuesday, April 4
Check in: 12:00 pm
Departure: 12:15 pm
Return: 4:30 pm
Cost: $ 4.00 transportation

Cruising with Carole
Today, we visit the Millicent Rogers Museum in Taos. Tour the wonderful collection of traditional and contemporary arts of Northern New Mexico. We’ll have lunch on the plaza and visit the Church of Saint Francis of Assisi on the way home.
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, April 12
Check in: 8:15 am
Departure: 8:30 am
Return: 4:00 pm
Cost: $14.00 transportation, $ 5.00 museum admission, lunch on your own

Mystery Rock
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
This stone preserves a smaller form of the Ten Commandments. After our visit we will dine at the famous Luna Mansion.
Tuesday, April 18
Check in: 2:30 pm
Departure: 2:45 pm
Return: 8:00 pm
Cost: $.4.00 transportation, supper on your own

Gathering of Nations Pow Wow
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
This annual event will be held in Albuquerque and we will be a part of the
celebrations. Times may change according to the festivities.
Friday, April 28
Check in: 5:00 pm
Departure: 5:15 pm
Return: 9:00 pm
Cost: $1.00 transportation, admission on your own

Wildlife Nature Park
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
We’ll travel to Edgewood to see the rescued native wildlife. There is a lot of walking
necessary to tour this facility.
Tuesday, May 2
Check in: 9:00 am
Departure: 9:15 am
Return: 3:00 pm
Cost: $3.00 transportation, bring a sack lunch

Let’s Play Ball
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
We are hoping to catch an afternoon game this day.
Come out to the ball game with us.
Wednesday, May 24
Check in: 11:30 am
Departure: 11:45 am
Return: 4:00 pm
Cost: $1.00 transportation, $8.00 reserved seat

June

Giggling Springs
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Try a therapeutic soak in this Jemez Spring hot spring.
Tuesday, June 6
Check in: 8:30 am
Departure: 8:45 am
Return 4:00 pm
Cost: $8.00 transportation, $15.00 baths on your own

Cruising with Carole
Today we go to the Rio Grande Botanical Gardens, the Aquarium, Butterfly Pavilion and the new Heritage Farm.
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, June 14
Check in: 8:30 am
Departure: 8:45 am
Return: 2:00 pm
Cost: $1.50, $3.00 admission, lunch on your own

Farmington
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Join us as we travel north to the Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village and lunch. We will make our way to Farmington where we will stay the night. That evening we’ll have a dinner and a late show at the Outdoor Theater at Loins Wilderness Amphitheater. The next morning after breakfast at the hotel we’ll head for the Aztec Ruins National Monument. After lunch in Cuba we’ll head for home!
Wednesday/Thursday, June 28/29
Check in: 7:30 am
Depart: 8:00 am
Return: 5:00 pm, Thursday, June 29
Cost: $120 single, $95 double, transportation, hotel, theater/dinner ticket, museum and lunches on your own.

Adobe Theater

The Importance of Being Earnest
Adobe Theater
Join us for a comedy by Oscar Wilde. What’s in a name? Both Gwendolyn and Cecily would like to be engaged to someone named Ernest, so Jack and Algernon re-name themselves in order to court the young ladies. Other aptly christened characters include proper Miss Prism, prickly Lady Bracknell, and the Reverend Canon Chasuble. Don’t miss this scintillating production of one of the wittiest comedies in the English language. Advance reservations due by Friday, January 6, 2006.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Sunday, January 22
Check in: 1:00 pm
Departure: 1:15 pm
Return: 4:00 pm
Cost: $11.50 transportation/Ticket

All’s Well That Ends Well
Palo Duro Senior Center
Sunday, February 26
Check in: 1:00 pm
Departure: 1:15 pm
Return: 4:00 pm
Cost: $11.50 transportation/Ticket

Irma La Douce
Adobe Theater
Join us for a musical comedy. In the racy French underworld of poules et mecs, corrupt cops and philosophical bartenders, a naïve law student falls in love with a ‘working girl’ who is strangely innocent. Delightful songs, the plaintive sound of the accordion, and a jaunty chorus of nimble pimps evoke the atmosphere of a Paris that tourists often seek but seldom find. Advanced reservations due by Friday, March 17, 2006.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Sunday, March 26
Check in: 1:00 pm
Departure: 1:15 pm
Return: 4:00 pm
Cost: $11.50 transportation/Ticket

Enchanted April
Join us for a comedy by Matthew Barber. Four London ladies rent a villa in Italy for a holiday from bad English weather and their predictable routines. Enchanted by the idyllic, sun-drenched surroundings, they rediscover laughter, learn new truths about themselves, and find romance. This charming comedy won the Tony Award as Best Play of 2003. Advanced reservations due by Friday, April 28, 2006.
Sunday, May 14, 2006

Palo Duro Senior Center
Sunday, April 30
Check in: 1:00 pm
Departure: 1:15 pm
Return: 4:00 pm
Cost: $11.50 transportation/Ticket

Time Enough
Palo Duro Senior Center
Sunday, June 11
Check in: 1:00 pm
Return: 4:00 pm
Cost: $11.50 transportation/Ticket

Opera

Carmen
We’ll get a earlier start to take advantage of the pre-opera Prelude Talks.
We suggest you bring a sack supper, drinks and snacks.
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday, August 1
Check in: 5:00 pm
Depart: 5:15 pm
Return: 2:00 am
Cost: $35.00 transportation/ticket

Magic Flute

We’ll get a earlier start to take advantage of the pre-opera Prelude Talks.
We suggest you bring a sack supper, drinks and snacks.
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday, August 8
Check in: 5:00 pm
Depart: 5:15 pm
Return: 2:00 am
Cost: $35.00 transportation/ticket

If you go; departure times may interfere with your evening meal. The “eat out” options are (1) brown bag it – you may eat on the en route or outdoors on the opera grounds; (2) plan to purchase a sandwich, snacks and/or beverage at the opera before the performance, also to eat outdoors; (3) by your advance reservation at the opera restaurant, keeping in mind your curtain time. For more information, contact the center where you sign up for:

Curtain time

Dinner reservation telephone number. Food and beverages not allowed inside theater.

Hearing devices, large print and Braille synopses are available free of charge at the box office – ask upon arrival. Opera Titles are in place at all seats in your choice of English or Spanish.

Free informal and informative prelude talks are offered twice before every performance, and our arrival times make it possible to attend. Ask for location (Stieren Hall) upon arrival.

Cinderella
We’ll get an earlier start to take advantage of the pre-opera Prelude Talks.
We suggest you bring a sack supper, drinks and snacks.
Departs Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, August 24
Check in: 5:00 pm
Depart: 5:15 pm
Return: 2:00 am
Cost: $36.00 transportation/ticket
Presentations

Take Action Against Your Arthritis
Presented by the medical staff from the Arthritis Foundation
Question and answer period to follow.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, February 2
1:00 – 2:30pm
Social Hall

Necessary Conversations
Topics center around planning final arrangements and other senior issues.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, April 6
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Room 12
Presenter: Alan Schauer

SPECIAL EVENTS

Ice Cream Social
Come and enjoy your favorite ice cream at the Ice Cream Social.

Palo Duro Senior Center
4th Friday
1:30 pm
Social Hall
Ice Cream Sundies, $.50, Banana Splits, $1.00

Laughter Lovers Special Luncheon

Join George Burns (aka Dean Hinmon) for a funny afternoon.
We will serve Pork Steak with Stuffing, Peas with Onions, Caesar Salad and Apple Pie.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, February 9
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Social Hall
Cost: $4.00, reservations necessary

Spring Rings Special Luncheon
The Bell Chorus will ring as we dine on Chicken Cordon Bleu, Red Potatoes, Broccoli with Cheese, Beet Salad and Coconut Cream Pie.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, March 23
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Social Hall
Cost: $4.00, reservations necessary

May Mystery Special Luncheon
The menu will include Salmon, Rice Pilot, Carrots, Cole Slaw and Lemon Meringue pie.
Mystery guests will entertain.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, May 11
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Social Hall
Cost: $4.00, reservations necessary

June Jarabe Special Luncheon
We will dine on Beef Fajitas, Beans and Rice, Avocado Salad and Flan while listening to Mariachis.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, June 1
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Social Hall
Cost: $4.00, reservations necessary

CLASSES

Art Group
This ongoing group meets each week to work in all media. New members welcome.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, 1:00-3:00 pm
Room #10A, Jeannie Kowalski
Materials

COMPUTER

CLASSES SCHEDULE
Beginning Computers
This is an introduction to the basic computer functions. Become familiar with the monitor, keyboard and mouse. The functions of xs that are covered are: creating documents, pictures, viewing files, working with and saving files, customizing the windows program, task bar, control panel, file management, accessories and more.

Prerequisites: Mouse and Keyboard Skills required.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday: 9:30–11:30 am
Room #5, Bill Thompson & Mary Phelan
Fee: $10.00 – 4 weeks
Class limit: 12

Print Artist I – Beginner’s Class
Learn to make personalized greeting cards, signs, brochures, certificates, name tags, labels, business cards, calendars, bookmarks, etc. It’s fun to learn and be creative.

Prerequisites: Mouse and Keyboard Skills required. 3 1/2” diskette and folder will be provided.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday: 9:30-11:30 am
Room #5, Chris Farmer & Frank Love
Fee: $24.00 – 8 weeks
September 6th – October 25th
Class limit: 12

Print Artist - Plus
You will learn to make 2-sided bookmarks, greeting cards, cut-out cards, design calling cards, labels, posters, T-shirts and more. Prerequisites: Print Artist I required. Please bring a 3 1/2” diskette.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday: 1:00–3:00 pm
Room #5, Esther Hinkes
Fee: $24.00 – 8 weeks
October – November (TBA - check bulletin
board for dates)
Class limit: 6

Print Artist III – Workshop
Print Artist is amazing. Use various craft and design materials to create individual special effects for a professional appearance. Prerequisites: Print Artist I and Print Artist Plus. Please bring a 3 _” diskette.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday: 1:00–3:00 pm
Room #5br> Fee: $24.00 – 8 weeks
October – November (TBA - check bulletin board for dates)
Class limit: 6

CRAFTS

Ceramics
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.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday, 8:30 am - 12:00 noon
Room #12,
Materials
or
Thursday, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon
Room #12, Downey
Materials

Ceramics Workshop
The ceramics workshop will be available for the students to work on their pieces at their own pace. Arrangements must be made in advance with your instructor.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Saturday, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon
Room #12, Godlewski
Materials

Crocheting
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 & blankets are donated to traumatized and seriously ill children in our own community. "Come Hook Up With Us!"

Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, 1:00-3:00 pm
Room #4, Frankenfield
Materials

Get It Done!
This group is like a modern day quilting bee. Participants chat while they "get done" those numerous projects that everyone has: bringing an address book up to date, finishing a crochet project, sorting pictures, organizing a box of papers or recipes or whatever else you have to catch up on.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Friday, 1:00-3:00 pm
Room #12, Wanda Deyo & Eunice Fisher

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

Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Room #11
or
Friday, 8:30 am - 12:00 noon
Room #11

Leather Craft
Learn the art of hand tooled leather crafting. Students make wallets, purses, belts and key fobs. New students are welcome. Must buy your own leather, some tools provided.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday, 12:00-2:00 pm
Room #7, Scott
Materials

Pottery, Advanced/Intermediate
The class is for advanced and intermediate pottery students only. Learn the latest pottery techniques. New students are welcome.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Room #12, Self-directed
Materials

Pottery, Advanced Studio
The studio will be available for students to work on their pieces at their own pace. No instructor for the class.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Friday, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon
Room #12, Nimura
Materials

Quilting
Enjoy the congenial atmosphere of the group while quilting.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday, 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
Room #4, Erven
Materials
or
Saturday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Room #4, Erven
Materials

Silversmithing
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.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon
Room #11, no instructor

Stained Glass
Learn the fine art of stained glass making. Under the instructor’s supervision, you will learn how to cut glass, grind and copper-foil glass, assemble, solder and complete projects. No classes in July or August.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Friday, 9:30-11:30 am
Room #4, Alpert
Materials

Stitch ‘N’ Timers
The group makes quilts, lap robes, baby quilts, tote bags, stuffed toys, bibs, children’s clothes and pillows of various sizes. Items made are distributed to Carrie Tingley Hospital, Cuidando Los Ninos, Veterans Hospital, Head Start, Project Linus, Battered Women and Children’s Shelters, Native Americans, Youth Development and wherever there is a special need. New members are welcome. Some work may be done at home.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday, 8:30-11:30 am
Room #7, Thompson

Woodcarving
Women and men of all skill levels enjoy the creation of woodcarvings in this ongoing class.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, 1:00-3:00 pm
Room #11
Materials

DANCE

Line Dance
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.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Line Dancing Advanced
Monday, 1:30-3:15 pm
Social Hall, Kathy Tidy
Line Dancing Beginning
Monday, 3:30-4:30 pm
Social Hall, Kathy Tidy

Square Dance
This class lets you practice modern American square dancing. You’ll dance at the mainstream level (70 moves) with announced plus tips. Knowledge of square dancing is required to take this class.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Wednesday, 1:00-3:00 pm
Social Hall, Kris Jensen

Tap Dance
Heel, toe, heel, toe. Does this sound Familiar? This class will teach you to tap dance while getting your exercise. You will learn basic steps and routines. New members welcome.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Tap Dancing, Beginner
Tuesday, 9:30-11:00 am
Social Hall, Virginia Emmett

FOREIGN LANGUAGES
French, Advanced
This class is in progress—you will need a good basis in the French language. Classes emphasize conversation, reading and translation and some grammar. All are welcome to attend.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday, 2:30-3:30 pm
Room #12, Simone Brown

French, Intermediate
This class is in progress—you will need some background in French. Classes emphasize reading, translation, conversation, some grammar and French culture. All are welcome to attend.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday, 1:30-2:30 pm
Room #12, Simone Brown

German, Introduction
This course will introduce students to German, focusing on grammar and simple phraseology. Students will learn the basic tools to converse while in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and to enjoy the culture, customs and history of the people of these three German-speaking nations.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, 8:30-11:30 am
Room #7, Hank Ohlen

Italian, Beginning
Sign up with the instructor in class.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Tuesday, 12:30-2:30 pm
Room #10, Alex Trujillo

Japanese, Beginning
Sign up with the instructor in class.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday, 8:00-9:00 am
Room #10, Yayori

Polish, Conversational
Study Polish grammar; translate text, talk and read. All are welcome to join this friendly group.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Every other Monday, 12:00-1:30 pm
Room #12, Theresa Mayberry

MUSIC

Choralaires
The Palo Duro Choralaires is a group that sings old, new, folk and popular songs. Come and join in, no musical training required. The group performs at hospitals, nursing homes and senior housing sites.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday, 9:00-11:30 am
Room #4, Bob Gilbert

Palo Duro Band
This band has been in existence for 25 years. If you need a band for your party or special occasion, contact Bob Baker.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Friday, 1:00-2:30 pm
Social Hall

String Ensemble
Anyone who can play a string instrument (violin, viola, cello, etc.) is welcome to come and join in.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, 1:00-3:00 pm
Room #7, Claire Shaw

GROUPS & CLUBS
Dutch Speaking Group
Meets in the social hall to converse, share jokes and enjoy each other’s company. If you speak Dutch and would like to join, feel free to do so.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Thursday, 10:00-11:00 am
Social Hall

Fishing Club
All you fisherman and fisherwomen, join the Fishing Club for lots of fun and camaraderie. The group decides the trip destinations. New members are encouraged to attend meetings before going on trips. Men and women are welcome.
Tuesday, 6:00 am
5¢ per mile
Palo Duro Senior Center
Club Meeting
Thursday before trip, 11:00 am - 12:00 noon
Francke
or
Trips
Every other Tuesday, 6:00 am
5¢ per mile

Investment Club
Want to learn more about investing in the stock market? This club meets once a month to educate the group about the stock market and to make investments as a club. As a member of the National Association of Investors Corporation (NAIC), the club follows a study program provided by NAIC. Prospective members are welcome.
Palo Duro Senior Center
3rd Wednesday, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Room #4

Philatelic Society
Every week there are mixtures, the trading circuit, and door prizes. After the business meetings there is an auction, speaker or interesting video, or slide presentation. New members are always welcome. Come and find out how interesting stamp collecting can be.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday, 12:00-2:15 pm
Room #10 A/B, Jim Pierce, President

Rock Hound Explorers Club
Take a trip and explore for rocks, gems, minerals and fossils. New members are welcome.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Meetings
1st & 3rd Thursday, 10:00-11:00 am
Room #10B, Harris 292-2861
or
Trips
2nd & 4th Thursday, 8:15 am
Harris 292-2861

Treasure Seekers
Join the Treasure Seekers as they hunt for hidden treasures. New members are welcome! Call Bill Straba at 821-0297 for information.
Palo Duro Senior Center
Meeting
2nd Wednesday, 10:00 am
Room #4
or
Trips
1st & 3rd Thursday, 8:30 am

 

EXERCISE

NATIONAL SENIOR GAMES
The National Senior Games is held bi-yearly. The 2006 New Mexico State Senior Olympics IS a qualifying year to participate at the National Senior Games. Qualifying for Nationals will take place at the University of New Mexico and surrounding areas. The 2007 National Senior Games are scheduled for July 4 – 11, 2007 in Louisville, Kentucky.

To find out more about the Winter Sports Program or to register, pick up a Senior Sports & Fitness Program catalog at any of the City of Albuquerque centers, call the Sports & Fitness Program at 888-8166 or visit our web site at albqseniorsportsandfitnessprogram.com.

2006 SENIOR WINTER SPORTS PROGRAM

Pick up your copy of the Senior Sports & Fitness Program catalog for detailed information on this season’s 2006, 50+ Winter Sports Program! The 2006 50+ Winter Sports Program includes day trips in downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, a trip to the Valles Caldera for those who snowshoe and cross country ski,, one overnight ski trip to Durango and the 2006 50+ Fantastic Freeze Fest competitions which include competitions in snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice hockey, ice skating and alpine & cross country skiing! We are even sponsoring a downhill ski & snowboard poker event!

Registration for the 2006 Winter Sports Program will start November 1, 2005. Registrations are on a first come, first serve basis.

The Senior Sports & Fitness Center
3551 Monroe N.E.
Albuquerque NM 87110
For additional Information, contact
The Senior Sports & Fitness Program
Phone: (505) 880-2800
Fax: (505) 883-9362
E-mail: kbaker@cabq.gov

ADAPTED AQUATICS
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 Department of Senior Affairs 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 Program 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 program. Call the Senior Sports and Fitness Program at 880-2800 for more information.

Adapted Aquatics Class Schedule

2006 Adapted Aquatics Class Schedule

Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 2:00-3:00 p.m.

January – December 2006

GENTLE EXERCISE CLASSES
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 Program 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 Program at 880-2800 for more information.

INTRODUCTION TO EXERCISE TO MUSIC
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 advanced exercise classes!

Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday-Friday, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Social Hall • Berlinda Padilla

Blood Pressure
Have your blood pressure checked by a retired nurse.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday, 9:30-11:30 am
Room #7, Bertha Downey

Chair Massage
Mr. Tim Mahoney, licensed Massage Therapist, offers a 10-minute chair massage where you may enjoy total relaxation. Sessions are offered on Wednesdays; sign up the day of the massage. Please call center for dates, at 888-8102.

Palo Duro Center Center
Thursdays, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Lobby
Dates Vary, check with front desk

Exercise, Gentle (Sit & Stay Fit)
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 Program 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 Program at 880-2800 for more information.

Palo Duro Senior Center
Monday/Wednesday/Friday,
9:35-10:15 am
Social Hall, Padilla

Hiking
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.

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 wrappers 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 – Southwestern 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.
(g)Whistle – A police type whistle, to attract attention or signal for help. Yelling takes a lot of energy and doesn’t carry very far.

(h) 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.

Hiking Schedules

Palo Duro Senior Center
Every Other Tuesday, 8:15 am
Dick Brown
5¢ per mile
Hiking schedule at the front desk

Softball