The Golden Trumpet - California

The Golden TrumpetFairfi eld Senior Center 1200 Civic Center Dr.Fairfi eld, CA 94533

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Travel Tales ................. 8

Senior Health Summit .................... 9

Senior Idol ................. 10

Senior Social Services ................ 11

You’re InvitedThe Fairfi eld Senior Center is here to meet the needs of active older adults age 50+. Please review the regularly scheduled activities insert. If you see something that interests you, stop by the front desk and inquire. And, welcome aboard - we’re glad to see you.

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Monday, May 28

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Brown Bag Speaker Series ReturnsBy Ellen Anderson, M. A., Clinical Audiologist

May is National Better Hearing and Speech MonthDid you know that 35 million Americans suffer from hearing loss? Most of these cannot be corrected through medical intervention, but rather through the use of hearing aids. Please join us for your complimentary screening on May 7, after the Brown

Bag Speaker Series seminar. The seminar begins at 12:10 pm. You bring your own brown bag lunch. The Center provides beverages and dessert. You need to pre-register for both the

Well Tempered Voices ComingThe next “Evening of Entertainment” fundraiser dinner at the Fairfi eld Senior Center is scheduled for Tuesday, May 22 at 6 pm in the Assembly Hall. The Choral Group Well Tempered Voices will be here to walk you down memory lane as they sing a little Gershwin, and such tunes as Some of These Days, Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Java Jive, Besame Mucho, Sway, Choo Choo Ch ‘Boogie,

You Made Me Love You, and much more. The Well Tempered Voices began as friends who were former music students of Helen Intintoli, Choral Director at Solano Community College. In 1986, the group

became an offi cial singing ensemble when the group won fi rst place in the Madrigal Competition at the Black Point Renaissance Pleasure Faire. As

May is Older Americans MonthMaking Choices for a Healthier Future is the national theme for Older

Americans Month this year. Sign up today to join us for a one-mile health walk around Civic Center on Wednesday, May 30 at 9:30 am. This walk will be self-paced

and open to everyone. Please wear appropriate shoes and don’t forget to sign up at the front desk no later than

Monday, May 28.Carol Rewick from Fleet Feet in Vacaville has been invited to join us and give a brief talk on the benefi ts of walking as exercise. This walk will be the kickoff for the newly forming walking group here at the Center. Regular walks will be planned and motivational activities will be included. As with any exercise program, you should always seek the advice of your personal physician fi rst.

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Message from the ManagerBy Ted Stine

What does the future hold for the Senior Center? No one has all the answers because the future comes one day at a time, and no one knows exactly what tomorrow will bring. Nevertheless, we can look back at yesterday as to where we have been and that perhaps gives us a glimpse at what tomorrow may bring.For instance, my random thoughts about the path of the Senior Center over the last 6 ½ years are these. The Golden Trumpet emerged as a leading example in senior center publications, a grass-roots campaign raised funds to purchase a Senior Center van dedicated to transporting seniors on day trips, and resulted in one of the most popular senior programs ever. Adult classes cracked open its shell from a place of near non-existence to a level of growth that now allows it to serve as a piece of the financial solution supplementing costs for other important programs like the Senior Day Program Vacation travel leaped forward in variety, consistency, and quality to become a regional draw with its focus on senior service. Even the travel presentations themselves have become an event. We have seen, too, the expanding interest in bocce, the addition of table tennis as an intergenerational activity, line-dancing has a dedicated following most can only envy, the Chinese Cultural Group with a large new following, and even Meals on Wheels was a major change to the food program. Oh, and I don’t want to forget the more recent program addition, Brain Boosters, which is currently being touted as an example for similar start-up programs on the national stage!Alas, not all has been as we would have them be. We would have preferred the Wednesday Club not have folded due to attrition. They met here at the Senior Center for the better part of three decades. They weren’t alone in their farewell to us either. The Friends of the Fairfield Senior Center were no longer able to financially sustain Wednesday Breakfast, SWEP (Senior Workers Employment Program), and the Fairfield Visually Impaired Group. Even our lobby hostess/helper retired. Friday Bingo itself has struggled in recent years.So, what can we project about tomorrow from all this? Well, here again is more insight, this is what

professionals on the national level are telling us, and is deserving of consideration. Between now and 2010 is when the first big wave of the “baby boomers” turn 60 years of age. As a group, they will have a high level of education, be ethnically diverse, and of a relatively secure income. Many will continue with their careers into their late 60’s; many others will seek new life adventures through leisure opportunities. Either way, we can be sure they will have an impact on senior centers, even if their choice is their absence.So, what was, is, and might be? Perhaps this: Travel opportunities focused on service to older adults will increase, especially if they offer a degree of adventure. Fitness, health, and wellness activities will take center stage on a national level. This is happening now and it will increase. Educational classes will draw interest much as they have in the past, but in new areas, possibly including nutrition, meditation, natural medicine, etc. Interest in family programs and intergenerational events will increase – there is very little now. Singles groups are likely to see increased participation. Central information resource and referral will be expected of senior centers, and programs like the Senior Day Program are likely to be highly sought after as alternatives to assisted care facilities. Volunteerism has always been significant to senior centers and will likely grow, if significant and meaningful assistance is needed and offered. A visit to the senior center is unlikely to last beyond the length of an activity or event.The Senior Center of tomorrow will take every age/generation into consideration and plan for the interests of each, but this has always presented a challenge. Social activities may well engage all age ranges more than now. A day trip away to some gambling spot in the company of others may well find itself as appealing tomorrow as it is today. And some activities we see waning may find renewal if the invitation is welcoming. The senior center of tomorrow will remain a focal point for older adults as long as it is idea-flexible, knowledgeable, multi-use enabled, can anticipate trends, and is inviting to all.

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Wanda’s Corner By Wanda Lyle

Monthly Dinner

May 10 • 5 pm$7 - Advance Ticket Sales Only

Chicken enchilada with Verde Sauce (mild), Spanish rice - beans, Taco Salad, Fresh

Fruit and Cream PuffsCatered by: Katherine Douglas

Personal Touch by Design

Be a part of the Fairfield Senior Center by advertising

in our monthly newsletter, The Trumpet. For advertising

deadlines and rates, contact Cindy Fuller at 428-7589.

Senior Advocate CommitteeBy Sue Burg

After three interesting and exciting years, my term on the SAC is coming to a close. This was (and still is) a definite growing and learning experience for me. Like many people, I came to the Senior Center for a particular meeting or event, never giving a thought to the amount of activities that go on there, or to the amount of people that find the Senior Center a second home. I was shocked to learn that some people come to get away from the rain and cold in the winter, to escape the heat of the summer, and often to receive their only hot meal of the day from Meals on Wheels.Our Senior Center offers over 50 clubs, groups, and organizations that meet weekly or monthly. We, each and every one of us, should realize just how important it is to get the word out to everyone we know (50 plus years makes a senior) about the many diverse opportunities for enrichment of ones life, time, and associations offered through our Senior Center. Every active participant in just one program helps, not only the people involved, but helps to continue the great success of our Senior Center, one of the best in California!Many times I have been with people who do not frequent the Senior Center, and when I mention

that I am on the Senior Advocate Committee, they have no idea what it is. The main job of the Senior Advocate Committee is to represent seniors, both at the Senior Center and in the community. We (the SAC) meet once a month with the staff to discuss happenings and concerns within the Senior Center, the city, and the community. On the fourth Thursday of each month we have our meeting at 2 p.m. for our whole senior community and require at least one representative from each club, group, or organization to attend. We, the staff and the SAC, provide information to all, and give each person attending a chance to share their successes and concerns. We then expect that all information be taken back to all the clubs, groups, and organizations in order to keep people well informed. We don’t want anyone to miss out on all the wonderful dinners, fantastic trips, and great activities.Two elected positions on the Senior Advocate Committee will become available in June. The process is easy, and only two meetings a month are required. I can honestly say that I leave feeling that I have done my part to help the seniors in our community. Try it; I am sure you will feel the same way.

The May Day Trips have been posted on the board at the front desk. Remember to sign up for your selected trip early. It is a first-come, first-served. Don’t be disappointed that you missed a trip because you

delayed signing up.Many compliments were received for the April Monthly Dinner by those who were able to sign up before the deadline. The cut-off for reservations is always noon of the day before the second Thursday

of the month, so come in early to get your tickets.Applications for the Christmas in July Craft Fair have been mailed. Please call me at 428-7423 and leave your name, phone number, and address. I will send the paperwork. All vendors are required to have a sellers permit.

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North Wind QuiltersBy Ann Nolin

The biennial North Wind Quilt Show was held the weekend of March 24 and 25. We showcased our charter members. Ruby Moss displayed several of her beautiful quilts; her Baltimore Album won two awards. Alvina Jones, now 105, came with her family, but was not able to enter any quilts. We all enjoyed being with these two long-time quilters who have more knowledge than I ever will. We had eleven vendors, and a great lunch was available.The North Wind Quilters meet every Tuesday at the Senior Center from 9 am to 2:30 pm, and at the Cornerstone Quilt Shoppe on the fi rst Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm. All levels of quilters are welcome.

Senior AmericansBy Harriet Phelan

At our last meeting of the month we enjoyed potluck and, as always, The Country Music Makers provided us with lively entertainment. They stayed and had lunch with us.Elaine Rogers brought in a guest, Delphine Gomez. Delphine was visiting her son who lives next door to Elaine. She picked a good day to visit for lively music and good eats.Alice Bahia, Trudy Lathrop, May Kay, and Gisela Roberts celebrated April birthdays with cake and ice cream.We gained two new members and lost one of our older members. We welcomed Alice Bahia and Patsy Smith. We were saddened to hear of the passing of Kathleen Huffman, she was such a delight. Coming from Missouri, she was a staunch Kansas City Royals and Chiefs fan; but she did make room to cheer for the Forty-Niners. We offer our condolences to her family.We are glad to have Norma Randolph and Dola Owens back after numerous doctor appointments.

Fairfi eld Bocce Federation By Cal Rinaldi

We fi nally got some April showers, which should bring some May fl owers. Very few birthdays in May: Angelo Travaglini (9), Frank Bickler (16), and Maryann Marion (19).Twenty-six teams entered the Nut Tree’s fi rst Bocce Tournament on Saturday, March 24. Many of our club members arrived early to assist Events Manager Kelli Valle set up for the tournament and act as scorekeepers. Vacaville’s Mayor cut the ribbon and threw out the fi rst bocce ball. Among the competing teams were United States Bocce Federation (USBF) President John Ross, from Los Gatos, and USBF Western Sector President Dave Canclini, from Stockton. Canclini also offi ciated the event. Our lone team entry was “We Bad”, comprised of our President Richard Costales, Bill Colombano, Mary Barker, and Midge Schoenfeld. In addition to erratic and unpredictable courts, asphalt with a covering of fi ne sand, they encountered some very stiff competition from veteran players who were experts at “shooting”. Team “We Bad” did win one of their three games, and gained a lot of valuable experience. Everyone was well-fed, thanks to Kelli Valle’s bountiful continental breakfast, a great variety of box lunches, and beverages. In addition, there were

Team “We Bad”

Free!

May MoviesShow Time 12:30 pm

Senior Center Conference RoomFree movies are shown on Mondays at 12:30 p.m. in the Conference Room on a large screen television. You bring the popcorn.

May 7 • May 14 • May 21Newest releases available will be shown. For further

information, call the Senior Center Front Desk at 428-7421, after 10 a.m. on the day of the movie.

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Society of Military WidowsBy Billie Evans

After our April meeting, we held a fundraiser auction. Members brought in good used items and some new things, never used. Members obtained some excellent bargains, and we had a lot of fun.We lost one of our dearest members; Doris Perrin, succumbed to pneumonia. She was a charter member; all who knew her will miss her.We celebrated 4 birthdays at our monthly birthday luncheon at JJ North. Our celebrants were June Bowman, Anneliese Fraser, Veta House, and Yoshiko Roberts.Being with other widows is not boring and gloomy. We do have fun. If you are a military widow, come join us. We meet the fi rst Saturday of each month in the Round Table Room.

Leisure Years By Beverly Hancock

Edith Green passed away at the age of 88 on April 1, at her home in Winters, California. Edith was a long-time member of the Leisure Years Club. She joined in 1975, not long after it was organized; she was president in 1994. Edith lived with a son and family during the summer heat in Michigan, and wintered with son, Charles, and family in Winters. Leisure Years sends our deepest sympathy to her family and loved ones.Gertrude Costanza had hip surgery on March 29, at Kaiser in Vallejo; she is in rehab now. Hal Windell is doing much better, but feels more secure walking with a cane. Alice Trent is suffering with her knee

and leg.Marie Baker came from Sacramento to play cards. In March 2004, her grandson Kevin, then 14, had colitis. After two extensive surgeries at

U. C. Davis to remove a section of intestine, Kevin was paralyzed from his chest down. He will never walk again. He was moved to Shriners’ Hospital for therapy and rehab; he had his 15th birthday there. He just turned 18, and has learned to care for himself and is a whiz with his wheelchair. Kevin has developed complications caused from some of the medications; they are looking for a liver donor. Kevin needs our prayers and so does Marie. She moved to Sacramento to help with his care.Betty Smith’s husband is in need of special care. Knobby Woiciki was in Yosemite during the last week of March. Norma Randolph’s grandson in Wisconsin presented her with a great-grand child. Mirella Fields enjoyed her trip to Hawaii, but was glad to get home to her cat. Diane Sprague’s husband Ed is okay. They have his blood pressure medication adjusted. He and the “kids” (two wee dogs) are camping at Lake Solano in their RV. Bev Hancock missed two weeks at Leisure Years; her small house “runneth” over with loved ones. Her sister Jeane and husband, from North Idaho, drove to the coast, then down 101 Coastal Highway; they stayed two weeks. Daughter Deborah and dog, granddaughter Jonnah, two great-grandsons 11 and 8 years, came from Bend Oregon for spring break. We all had a great time and there was only one problem: one bathroom.

Dola Owens’ family was here for Easter. Most all our members spent Easter with loved ones. Leisure Years welcomed new member Kay Rochelle Williams.New offi cers were installed: Dola Owens, president; Diane Sprague, vice-president; Bev Hancock, secretary; Dolores Brown, treasurer, Harriet Phelan, historian; Betty Smith, registrar, Dola Owens, Sunshine.Kay Rochelle Williams and Betty Smith celebrated April birthdays; Jack Harris’ birthday is in May.Hostesses for April were Bee Amaral and Bev Hancock; May hostesses will be Norma Randolph and Cecilia Wells.

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Regularly ScheduledClubs, Groups, and Activities

(In Alphabetical Order)Name Day Time Aerobics Every Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00 am - 9:00 amAkiyo Dance Every Monday 12:15 pm - 3:15 pmBallroom Dance (Dancing @ 7:30) First & Third Thursday 7:00 pm - 10:30 pmBingo Every Friday 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmBocce Club Meeting Second Thursday 12:30 pm – 3:00 pmBocce Play Every Monday 8:00 am - 3:00 pmBocce Play Tues., Thurs., Friday 8:00 am - 9:00 pmBocce Play Every Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pmBocce League Day Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pmBocce League Night Tuesday 6:00 pm – 9:00 pmBreakfast Saturday 7:00 am - 9:00 amBrain Boosters Every Thursday 9:30 am - 2:30 pmCancer Support Group Second & Fourth Wednesday 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmCeramics Group A Members only Monday & Wednesday 9:00 am - 4:00 pmCeramics Group B Members only Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 am – 4:30 pmCeramics Open Lab Friday 12:30 pm – 4:00 pmChinese Cultural Group Second Saturday 11:30 am – 2:00 pmChina Painters Every Tuesday 12:00 pm - 3:00 pmComputer Training By Appointment By AppointmentCrime Prevention Second & Fourth Wednesday 8:30 am - 10:30 amFriday Art Group Every Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pmGeranium City Garden Club Third Wednesday 1:30 pm - 4:30 pmHealth Clinic (By Appt.) Second Friday 8:00 am - 12:00 pmHICAP (By Appt.) Second & Fourth Monday 1:00 pm -3:00 pmIHSS/Chore-providers Third Thursday 1:15 pm -4:15 pmItalian Class Every Monday 1:00 pm -2:30 pmJACL First Thursday 6:30 pm -9:30 pmLapidary Association Third Wednesday 6:30 pm -9:30 pmLeisure Years Club Except Second Thursday 10:00 am -3:30 pmLeisure Years Club Second Thursday 10:00 am -2:30 pmMartial Arts Class Monday & Wednesday 3:30 pm - 9:30 pmMartial Arts Class Special appointments 4:00 pm - 9:30 pmMeals On Wheels Monday through Friday 11:30 am -12:30 pmMilitary Widows Society Meeting First Saturday 11:30 pm -2:00 pmMinyo Dancers (See Schedule) Wednesday 6:00 pm -9:00 pmMonthly Dinner Second Thursday 5:00 pm -8:00 pmMovie Every Monday 12:30 pm -3:00 pmN. A. R. F. E. Meeting First Tuesday 1:30 pm -4:00 pmNeighborhood Bridge Second Monday 10:00 am -3:00 pmNewcomers (Bridge) Third Monday 10:00 am -3:00 pm Newcomers Meeting Third Wednesday 9:45 am -12:00 pmNorth Wind Quilters First Tuesday 9:00 am -2:30 pmNorth Wind Quilters Every Tuesday (except first Tue.) 8:45 am -2:30 pmOld Time Music Makers Every Monday 9:00 am -12:30 pmOmbudsman Meeting First Thursday 9:30 am – 1:00 pmPool Players Club Monday through Friday 7:30 am -5:00 pmPool Players Club Every Saturday 8:00 am -2:00 pm


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Regularly ScheduledClubs, Groups, and Activities

(In Alphabetical Order)

Redwood Caregivers First & Third Wednesday 10:30 am -12:00 pmSenior Advocate Comm. Meet. Fourth Thursday (no Nov/Dec) 2:00 pm -4:00 pmSenior Americans Club First & Second Tuesday 9:00 am –3:00 pmSenior Americans Club Third & Fourth Tuesday 9:00 am –2:30 pmSenior Bridge Drop In (No Charge) Every Tuesday 11:00 am -5:00 pmSenior Craft Shoppe Meeting Second Wednesday 9:00 am -10:00 amSenior Craft Shoppe Monday through Friday 9:30 am -2:00 pmSenior Day Program Monday through Friday 9:00 am -3:00 pmSenior Singles First Tuesday 5:00 pm -7:00 pmShuffleboard Play First & Second Wednesday 12:00 pm –3:30 pmShuffleboard Play Third Wednesday 1:00 pm –3:30 pmShuffleboard Play Fourth Wednesday 2:00 pm –3:30 pmSol. Co. Genealogical Society First Saturday 9:30 am - 1:00 pmSol. County Visually Impaired Group Second & Fourth Friday 9:15 am - 1:00 pm Solano Council of Blind Third Friday 9:30 am – 12:30 pmSolano Japanese Dance Group Every Wednesday (except fifth) 6:30 pm - 9:00 pmSolano Kayo Club Second & Fourth Thursday 6:00 pm – 9:30 pmSolano Needle Arts Guild Third Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pmSolano Sams First Wednesday 6:30 pm - 8:30 pmSons of Italy (dinner @ 6:00 pm) Third Tuesday 4:00 pm - 9:30 pmStretch and Tone Every Tuesday & Thursday 7:45 am - 8:30 amTable Tennis Every Monday 8:00 am - 3:00 pmTable Tennis (Between Bocce Leagues) Every Tuesday 1:30 pm - 5:00 pmTable Tennis (No Bocce Leagues) Every Tuesday 8:00 am - 9:00 pmTable Tennis First, Third & Fourth Thursday 12:00 pm - 9:00 pmTable Tennis Second Thursday 4:00 pm - 9:00 pmTable Tennis Every Friday 8:00 am - 9:00 pmTable Tennis Every Saturday 8:00 am – 2:00 pmTai Chi Class Every Friday 9:15 am - 10:15 amTravel Presentation Fourth Wednesday (no Nov/Dec) 10:00 am - 1:00 pmUniversity Society First Wednesday 12:00 pm - 4:30 pmValley Writers Association Second & Fourth Friday 6:30 pm - 10:00 pmWestern Line Dancing Class Every Wednesday & Friday 10:30 am – 12:30 pmWoodshop Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pmWriter’s Resource Center Second Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Board MeetingsFriends May 14 2:30 pm - 4:00 pmMilitary Widows May 17 11:30 am - 1:00 pmNorth Wind Quilters May 15 10:00 am - 11:30 amPool Players May 8 10:00 am - 11:00 amSAC Regular Meeting May 24 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmSAC Planning Committee May 18 9:00 am – 12:00 pmSenior Craft Shoppe May 9 9:00 am - 10:00 amWoodshop May 31 10:00 am

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Travel TalesBy Jane Kibbey

The Chukchansi Casino trip to Yosemite September 26 - 28 is almost full. If you’ve waited to give us a deposit, wait no longer! We only have a few rooms left. This very popular two-night trip takes us through Modesto with a stop at

the Sciabica Olive Oil Factory. Sciabica treats us to an olive oil tasting, short video about the history and process of the oldest olive oil factory in California, and time to shop in their gift shop. Lunch is included at Mallard’s Restaurant in Modesto as we head to our overnight destination in Goldcourse. With a late afternoon arrival you have plenty of time to settle in your room, try your hand at a game of chance, and settle in for a nice dinner. The next morning after breakfast, the coach will take us to Yosemite where we will enjoy a tram ride through the valley floor and have a wonderful included lunch at the Ahwahnee Hotel. Then it is back to the Casino Resort for an evening on your own. A later start the next day takes us to Hilmar Cheese Factory for lunch and a tour returning you to Fairfield about 5 pm. This is a great little trip that always has a waiting list. Sign up today

before you miss a great opportunity.The Travel program just added two new trips to the line up. Are you looking for a great way to celebrate the New Year? Why not join us for New Years in Nashville? This four-night trip departs December 30 and returns you home with happy memories on January 3. You will stay at the fabulous Opryland Hotel, have a New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Dance, New Year’s Day brunch, General Jackson Dinner Cruise, Nashville Nightlife Dinner Show all for only $1495 per person double occupancy. This trip will be popular so plan to place your deposit early.Another trip closer to home is scheduled for Valentine’s Day. Come on along on the Sierra Train for lunch. This trip includes round trip motorcoach transportation, a three-course lunch, the Sierra Train Ride, and driver gratuity for only $120 per person. Seating is very limited on this trip.The Travel program has many other trips arranged just for you. Come hear all about them at our monthly travel presentations on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 10 am. This month will be Premier World Discovery. Hope to see you there! For more information, call the travel office at 429-6291.


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Senior Health Summit held in VacavilleThe Vacaville Roundtable and the City of Vacaville are sponsoring the Senior Health Summit on Thursday, May 17. Doors open at 8 am. A free continental breakfast and lunch are served. However, you must make reservations by calling 469-6666 before May 1. The Health Summit is the place to learn more about the aging process and ways to improve your health and quality of life. The topics include depression, home safety, senior care, elder abuse, diabetes and strokes, and dementia. Dr. Davis Hill, MD, F.A.C. C. with Sutter Regional Medical Foundation and East Bay Cardiology will be the keynote speaker on Risk and Accountability for Your Health.There are two program tracks, one for seniors and one for professionals. Please note the Senior Health Summit is a workshop and seminar program to assist seniors. This is not a health fair; there will be no booths.

seminar and the hearing screenings. The screenings will begin at 1:20 pm.The evolution of hearing aids from analog to the advent of the digital products has been remarkable. The digital hearing aids are able to reduce feedback, echoes, background noise, and circuit noise.

However, Starkey Labs has pushed beyond the concept of digital to nano-science, which goes even further to eliminate bothersome “side-effects” of hearing aids, such as active feedback intercept, which virtually eliminates the high

pitch whistling, unwanted background noise can also be reduced while enhancing speech. Outside wind noise can be reduced to enable you to hear speech clearer.The future of hearing aids is here, (Until a new scientifi c concept appears on the horizon.).Come join us on May 7 for your complimentary screening and otoscopic examination of your ears. Who knows? It may be plugged-up ears. You must make an appointment at the front desk for the screenings.

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the Group continued to pursue their shared passion for music, they decided to explore other genres, and in Akashi, Japan, the Well Tempered Voices displayed their musical versatility in concert with a repertoire of jazz, pop, gospel, early music, and other accompanied pieces as well as acappella works.As usual, you can expect a wonderful dinner with the Sons of Italy Kitchen Crew performing their culinary magic. On the menu are chicken, beans, Cole slaw, bread, beverage and dessert.Now that daylight savings time has begun, there is no hurry to get home before dark. You can stay and enjoy this musical evening. Tickets are $15 each, and sell out fast. If you buy 10 tickets, you may reserve your own table.

To create some extra fun, there will be a competition to see

which group brings the most attendees. A special prize will be awarded. So save the date and we’ll see you there!

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To create some extra fun, there will be a competition to see

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Nancy Buffi ngton strutted her stuff to Johnny B Goode and won fi rst place in the Senior Idol Talent Show.

The Kapuna Dancers charmed the crowd with their graceful Island dancing.Mr. and Mrs. Ben Cruz showed off their happy feet.

Lou Mailburg did a little song and comedy routine.

Jim Green delighted the crowd with his version of Summertime. Jim took second place in the competition. His son accompanied Jim on the guitar.

The a capella group Encore sure did shine as the third place winners of the night.


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Senior Social ServiceSA guide to services available to Seniors throughout the community

An information and referral binder is available at the Senior Center front desk. This binder has all kinds of services from A-Z available to seniors and is available for you to review here in our lobby. Just ask, staff will be happy to share this information with you.Area Agency on Aging –The Agency has extensive sources to help solve senior issues. Currently, AAA does not have a rep here at the Center. For assistance, please call the Vallejo office at 643-1798 for assistance.Meals on Wheels – Provides a hot nutritious meal Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. You must make reservations one day in advance by calling 426-3079.Public Health Nurse – The Solano County Older and Disabled Adult Services program provides health screenings by Public Health Nurse, Joyce Goodwin. She is here on the second Friday of each month (except August) from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Joyce is available to do blood pressure checks, pulse, blood sugar, and nutrition and medication evaluations. Appropriate referrals are made to physicians and other resources. This is a preventative program to help maintain present health levels. This is by appointment only. No fee. Call Joyce at (707) 784-8264 for an appointment.HICAP – Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, funded by the California Department of Aging, provides objective information and assistance to people who need help in understanding Medicare, supplemental insurance, long-term care insurance, senior HMO plans, and assistance with Medicare billing and claims. Appointments with a registered volunteer counselor are available free of charge. Call 1-800-434-0222 to schedule an appointment.Housing Rehab Information – Is your home in need of repairs? The City of Fairfield’s Housing Rehab programs may be able to help with single-family homes, rental housing, mobile homes, and ADA improvements. For further information, call the Rehab Office at 428-7688 or para information en Español, favor de llamar al ńumero 428-7095.Solano County Information and Referral Service 1-800-400-6001 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Medical, Food/Shelter, Crisis Assistance, and Mental Health issues).Public Transportation – The Center has information on local transportation, including discount taxi cards

and the Volunteer Driver program.Cancer Support Groups – “Moving On” cancer support group meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. For other cancer support groups in the County, please call 429-7961.Crime Prevention – Yolanda Messer from the Fairfield Police Department holds office hours on the second and fourth Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. She has many crime prevention tools and a wealth of information to offer. Stop by and see Yolanda.Diabetes Society of Solano County – The Society no longer meets at the Senior Center; however, they can be reached at (707) 429-9645.Caregivers’ Support Group – Caregivers’ Support Group meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the conference room. Please call Alexis Glidewell at (800) 834-1636 for information.Notary Service – Call the Senior Center Front Desk at 428-7421 to schedule an appointment with the Notary.Medicare Information – Toll free help line open 24 hours a day, everyday. Call 1-800-633-4227.

The Golden Trumpet is published monthly by the Marketing Division of the Community Services Dept. for the Fairfield Senior Center, 1200 Civic Center Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533. Phone: 428-7421.

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several wine vendors; Mary’s Pizza Shack, a Mexican restaurant, and Fenton’s Creamery (delicious ice cream) provided free snacks. Dave Canclini’s team won first place collecting a prize of $500 and a team trophy. Second, third, and fourth place teams were awarded a single team trophy; they were expecting cash prizes also.I don’t have the complete final results of our Winter League, but for the Tuesday morning league, it was Fairfield Flyers, Bocce Amore, Do It Again, No Mercy, and Bocce Friends. Tuesday evening results were Benicia Bocce, Rock-N-Rollers, Fireballs, Blazing Bocce Balls of Death (BBBOD), and Misuera Questo. First and second place for Thursday morning were The Devils and Amici 7. Our Spring/Summer League starts on Tuesday morning, May 8. Stop by. You may be tempted to join us.

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We are sorry to hear that Kay McLane is in the hospital. We wish her a speedy recovery.Margaret Cheney and Sue Moncada enjoyed a boat trip to observe the whales; Margaret said she could have touched one. All went well with Sue until the boat started to bob back and forth. That is when she lost it. But in spite of that, she said she had a wonderful time.We are hoping to have a few short trips lined up in the coming months now that spring has arrived.We are always happy to have visitors drop by. Our hostess, Peggy Lish, will be happy to answer any questions you might have. We enjoy bingo after our birthday meeting, and Mexican Train the rest of the month. Come join us.

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