Summer 2017 • Vol. 39, No. 2
ACC NEWS
7334 Park City Drive • Sacramento, CA 95831 • Phone: (916) 394-6399 • Fax: (916) 394-6392
In This Issue •
Big Day of Giving Returns to ACC Back Cover
• ACC 11th Annual
Golf Tournament Winners Page 6
• Volunteer
Luncheon Page 4
Upcoming Events Required Minimum Distrbution Workshops
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ACC Administration Building
31st Annual Care Center Fundraiser
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ACC Administration Building
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A Great Day of Golf Golfers hit the links at Teal Bend Golf Club to tee off at the 11th Annual ACC Senior Services golf tournament on May 11, 2017. A cool morning, sunny skies and warm smiling faces greeted 137 golfers early in the morning. An ACC embroidered puffy vest, provided by A-1 Embroidery, kept golfers warm while they got reacquainted with old friends and warmed up at the driving range and practice greens. Additional tee prizes were donated by Rosie Day Spa and East Lawn Cemetery. All the golfers teed off at 8:00 a.m. with a shotgun start. Later in the afternoon, ACC Senior Services hosted a luncheon and award ceremony at the ACC Campus. Golfers and other attendees socialized on the patio, basking in the mid-70s warmth provided by the gentle sunshine. They dined on a delicious variety of poke salads, kalua pork, fresh fruit, and tons of homemade desserts.
By: Brian Chin Lynn and Wayne Kurahara and their team of volunteers did a phenomenal job organizing and preparing all the food for the luncheon. ACC would like to extend a huge thank you to L&L Hawaiian BBQ, located at the Lakecrest Shopping Center, for graciously donating the main course at the luncheon for the 11th consecutive year! Stephen Kashiwada was the emcee for the luncheon program and awards ceremony. The winner of the Open Flight Low Gross, Continued on Page 6
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By: Lorna Fong After over a year of planning, sponsors ACC Senior Services, Buddhist Church of Sacramento, and Sacramento Japanese United Methodist Church, treated the Sacramento community to sold out performances of “Nihonmachi: The Place to Be” and “Growing Up Sansei” on April 29-30, 2017. The performances were the fourth time that the Grateful Crane Ensemble has visited Sacramento, with previous performances of: Camp Dance, Nihonmachi, and The Best of the Grateful Crane Ensemble. Both shows were written by Soji Kashiwagi, the Executive Producer and Writer for the Grateful Crane Ensemble. Continued on Page 5 YOU CAN HELP ACC GO GREEN! ACC Senior Services (ACC) now offers an electronic version of the ACC Newsletter.
If you are interested in receiving the ACC e-Newsletter, please send a message to Monica Thompson, ACC Fund Development Assistant, at mthompson@accsv.org . Be sure to include your name, address, phone number and e-mail address in your message so that we can match your request to the correct record in our mailing list. Once you are registered to receive the ACC e-Newsletter, you may choose to opt out at any time by sending us another email to let us know. ACC Senior Services does not sell our mailing list or share it with other organizations.
President’s Message The first four months of 2017 have been remarkable in the success of the everyday services of ACC’s senior communities centered at the ACC Care Center, Greenhaven Terrace Senior Living and Assisted Living, and the Wellness Campus. We can celebrate the steady collaborative achievements that occur daily through staff, volunteers, donors, and participants/residents. And really, this is happening every year, not just 2017 – a remarkable devotion to the quality of life for our seniors. The many “threads” of ACC individuals creates a “Tapestry” of artful experience that is continuous in my recollection back to the early 1970’s when ACC was located in a simple, wooden house by Southside Park.
That first ACC location was where senior recreation classes and gatherings took place - this was a house owned by George and Toshi Tambara. I recall that the single car detached garage was where we held both pottery classes and our bigger meetings when we could not fit into the dining room and living room. From this beginning where ACC dwelled in the Tambara house, some forty years later George Tambara lived at the ACC Care Center with Toshi’s constant visits. Sadly, they have both passed since last December with lives of community leadership. With a grateful heart, let’s remember our wonderful past as
OFFICERS Winston Ashizawa
By Winston Ashizawa
Paula Higashi
we create our future. In this issue of ACC News, you will read about a number of notable events from the February Crab Feed, April’s Nihonmachi – a place to be, and Growing Up Sansei performances supported by both the Buddhist Church and the Japanese United Methodist Church, and May’s Big Day of Giving and the 11th Annual Golf Tournament. All of these events were highly successful in both Friend-raising and Fund Raising. This is especially important as we devote most fund raising to the ACC Capital Campaign which has a 2017 intermediate goal of raising $600,000. Supporting the Capital Campaign means making a gift that is going above and beyond in your generosity. Your purchase of fund raising event tickets and attending events, or paying for classes and other services are all important. But to update and expand the ACC Care Home, only meaningful extra gifts will make it possible to achieve major construction. So what does the word meaningful translate to in dollars? Let me suggest that if you give ACC $100 per year, which doesn’t include event ticket cost, then a range of an extra Five to Ten times that amount to the Capital Campaign, which would be $500 to $1000 per year. We are grateful that some Campaign donors are pledging at even greater levels of $5,000 or more per year.
Pen Pal Program Comes to Greenhaven Terrace The Pen Pal Program provides an opportunity for students and seniors to develop a friendship, while allowing students to develop their writing and communication skills, and providing socialization for seniors. There were a hand-full of Assisted Living residents from Greenhaven Terrace and students from Smythe Academy of Sciences K-6 who participated in this program. Each of the residents was paired up with at least one student. They wrote and exchanged wonderful letters. At the end of March, they were able to meet each other and had lunch together for the first time. It was an incredible experience for both the residents and the students.
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President
Vice President
Betty Masuoka Treasurer
Linda Yip Secretary
DIRECTORS Esther Aw
Howard Harris Joyce Iseri
Derrell Kelch Lynn Pratt
Mario Ruiz
Janet Tedesco
Diane Van Maren Chiang Wang
William P. Yee
Donna L. Yee, Ph.D Chief Executive Officer Bill Clearwater
Chief Operating Officer Raymond Gee Controller
Monica Thompson Managing Editor
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By: Chau Nguyen
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Email: mthompson@accsv.org
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Required Minimum Distribution: Windfall or Time Bomb?
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How does this work? How are the withdrawal rates determined? Is this a good or bad thing? How does it impact my current income tax situation? How does this impact my estate to my beneficiaries? It Is there a way to defer withdrawals beyond age 70 ½ without penalty?
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Public policies emphasize saving for retirement. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), and the Revenue Act of 1978, encouraged Americans to contribute to a variety of “qualified retirement plans” often called a 401(k), 457, or a 403(b).
By: ACC Fund Development Committee receive them. At the time of withdrawal (assuming the withdrawals occur after age 59 1/2 to avoid the 10% penalty), we then pay income tax at whatever the tax rate may be at that point in time.
Please join us to learn more about this topic through our presenters Douglas Shepard, product consultant with NYL, and Esther Aw, Financial Adviser, EMA The challenge for some of us is Financial & Insurance Services, at what if we don’t need the income from one of the following workshops The plans allow investment in a these qualified accounts? According to dates:
wide range of stocks, bonds and other assets. These accounts, intended to be used in retirement, also mean we are able to avoid being taxed on a portion of our income that we decide to defer rather than receive directly in a paycheck.
The two primary benefits of these deferral plans are that: 1) we don’t pay taxes as the investments grow/decline during the deferral period; and 2) it is a great way to have savings regularly deducted from our paychecks before we
the IRS, we have to start taking distributions from these accounts by age 70 ½ regardless of the need for income. This is known as Required Minimum Distribution or better known as “RMD”. Don’t wait – reserve your place as soon as possible for one of the workshop dates as registration is required. Please contact Merry Chin, Executive Assistant, to reserve your place at 916-394-6399 ext. 125 or email her at Mchin@accsv. org.
• Thursday, July 27th 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. • Tuesday, August 22nd 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. • Tuesday, September 19th 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Crab Feed Fun! (February 25, 2017)
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STAFF DIRECTORY
ACC’s Annual Volunteer Luncheon
ACC Senior Services 7334 Park City Drive Sacramento, CA 95831 Telephone: (916) 394-6399 Fax: (916) 394-6392 Tax ID: 94-2271380
Chief Executive Officer Donna L. Yee, Ph.D, ext. 127
By Chau Nguyen
By: Chau Nguyen
Close to 200 ACC volunteers joined and celebrated the National Volunteer Appreciation Week at Holiday Villa restaurant on April 23rd. The event was filled with recognition, food, games, and prizes.
Chief Operations Officer Bill Clearwater, ext. 120 Controller/ Housing Specialist Raymond Gee, ext. 132 ACC Offices/Administration Jennifer Yee, Senior Accountant: ext. 136 Tony Waterford, Human Resources Director: ext. 122 David Lin, Volunteer Manager: ext. 143 Donations/Memorial Gifts/Fund Development Fund Development Office: ext. 121 ACC Senior Services Programs Telephone: (916) 393-9026 Fax: (916) 393-9128
Thank you all, for your service and dedication at ACC!
Linda Revilla, Program Director: ext. 323 Susan Sarinas, Program Manager: ext. 339 Soojin Yoo, Care Coordinator, ext: 336 Class Information/Class Sign-Up Anna Su, Program Assistant: ext. 330
A special Thank You to the Volunteer Luncheon committee members for organizing this wonderful event and other volunteers and staff who helped at the luncheon: Gary Kikumoto (Chair person), James Chew, Jean Chew, Carol Jung, Holly Fong Korach, Frances Lee, Franc Martinez, Mickey Yamadera, Jane Yokoi, and Winston Ashizawa.
There are always opportunities to volunteer at ACC. Volunteering is easy! To get started Contact Volunteer Coordinator Chau Nguyen at 916-394-6399 ext 131 today!
ACC Rides Adds New Service Area
Scheduling Rides/Transportation Services Virginia Campbell-Wieneke, Program Manager: ext. 342 / 333 Dannis Voong, Transportation Specialist, ext. 342 ACC Greenhaven Terrace 1180 Corporate Way Sacramento, CA 95831 Telephone: (916) 395-0210 Fax: (916) 395-0212 Community Director Fran Bowman, ext. 422 Community Manager Yesenia Jones, ext. 421 Resident Care Manager Allison Rogers, ext. 426
ACC Care Center 7801 Rush River Drive Sacramento, CA 95831 Telephone: (916) 393-9020 Fax: (916) 393-9025 Administrator Melanie Segar, ext. 226 Director of Nursing Tamara Kario, ext. 225 Social Services Manager Mina Xiong, ext. 231 Activities Director Debbie Williams, ext. 237 Meals on Wheels by ACC 7375 Park City Drive Sacramento, CA 95831 Telephone: (916) 444-9533 Fax: (916) 394-9156
ACC Rides has received a grant from the National Volunteer Transportation Center (NVTC) to support promotion and expansion of our volunteer transportation program. ACC Rides has been receiving requests from residents of the City of Sacramento and Elk Grove to travel between the two cities for medical appointment, shopping, and other necessary errands. ACC Rides will use the new grant to provide transportation for seniors between the two cities.
Tax ID: 30-0610870 David Morikawa, Program Director: ext. 163
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Congratulations ACC Rides ACC Rides Transportation Services is the winner of the National Volunteer Transportation Center 2016 STAR Award for Excellence. ACC Rides will receive a cash award of $10,000 to be used for transportation volunteer program expansion and promotion. The STAR Awards program began in 2000 by the Beverly Foundation. They exist to “award the best of the best” for programs that service senior passengers. For over thirteen years they collected enough data to create a database that includes information on passengers, vehicles, and transport needs. The STAR Award istelf has been handed out only 143 times to only 100 organizations. In addition to the award, ACC Rides client Dorothy Kumasaki’s story was chosen as one of the sixty five stories to be featured and published nationally in, “Passenger Stories from The Road,” the book is a compilation of the stories from riders using transportation volunteer programs. This Award allows ACC Rides to continue to fulfill it’s mission to provide a lifeline and a measure of independence to people who cannot drive, due to mobility or other disabilities, or lack other means of transport. An excellent alternative to public transit, we are honored to be a part of this nationally .
For more information about ACC Rides Call 916-393-9026 ext 333.
ACC Senior Services extends our appreciation to all ACC Rides Volunteers. We couldn’t do this without you! Continued from cover.
The place to be was the Sacramento Buddhist Church kaikan. An audience of 440 people saw the performance of Nihonmachi. Northern California’s first script reading of “Growing Up Sansei – Garage Door Opener” had nearly 400 attendees. A group of local underwriters financed the production, with volunteers from the sponsoring organizations handling every contingency, led by Hiroshi F. Kashiwagi. Osaka-Ya sold manju and mochi for both days. “Nihonmachi: The Place to Be,” is a musical journey about Japantown as told through the eyes of three generations of a local manju-making family. A story about family, history and finding one’s roots, it features nostalgic Japanese and American songs which took us back through time to the special place where it all began: Nihonmachi.
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“Growing up Sansei – Garage Door Opener” is a combination of a script reading with a dialogue/Q&A facilitated by Soji Kashiwagi and Satsuki Ina, PhD. Satsuki answered questions and discussed how the trauma Japanese Americans faced in American concentration camps, and how the trauma manifested itself in the ways the Nisei brought up their Sansei children. The play opens with Sansei brother and sister Glenn and Sharon Tanaka, who face with the daunting task of cleaning out their parents’ garage after they have passed away.
and inspiring contributions of Japanese Americans in our country’s history. In the 16 years since the group’s inception, their mission has been to present educational and theatrical programs in appreciation for the unique hardships and inspiring contributions of Japanese Americans in our country’s history. Through their performances, song, and story-telling, they honor Issei and Nisei pioneers.
Both performances celebrated the rich history, sacrifices, and traditions our Issei and Nisei forefathers have instilled in us. We are better people, because of As they sift through dozens of what they endured. tofu containers, kamaboko boards and broccoli rubber bands, they uncover Members of the audience laughed, items from their past that they knew cried, sang along, were entertained and nothing about, and in the process, begin educated. But in the end, they were left to gain a better understanding of their with a better understanding of the parents—and themselves—by the items Japanese American community and the their mom and dad left behind. “Mottai feeling that Nihonmachi is in all of us -- in nai” – the voices of the parents remind all of our hearts. their children that it’s hard to throw things away, because you’ll never know when you’ll need them. The script reading evoked a variety of emotions for the audience. As the parents’ voices explain... the struggles to achieve the goals set by our parents, living up to (or failing to live up to) our parents’ expectations, “backwards bragging”, and the unspoken shame -and not bringing shame on the family, while the two siblings declutter the garage and declutter their lives of both emotional and physical baggage. The Grateful Crane Ensemble is a non-profit theatre group based in Los Angeles, whose mission is to present educational and theatrical programs in appreciation for the unique hardships
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A Great Day of Golf Continued from cover.
Audrey Yokoi. The High Gross winner was the team of Lorna Fong, Wendy Kagiyama-Yee, Carol Kudow, and Beverly Shimizu. They continued to hold on to their reigning title for the 11th consecutive year. No golfer made a hole in one although Dean Okasaki was the closest to the pin with 3’6”. Congratulation to all the tournament winners. (Listed on page below.)
This year’s golf tournament was another grand success. Thank you to the dedicated individuals who serve on the golf tournament committee, co-chaired by Don Morishita and Brian Chin. ACC gives a special thank you to all the sponsors and donors, whose support helps ACC continue to succeed and thrive. Event sponsors were A-1 Embroidery and L&L Hawaiian BBQ (at Lakecrest). Also, ACC gives a big thank you to its many diligent volunteers and staff membership who devoted their time and efforts toward making the tournament a good day of golf for all. Finally, we thank everyone who participated and joined us for another exciting event. We hope everyone had an enjoyable day and we hope you come back in the future.
with a score of 60, was the team of Jim Luttrell, Tosh O’Hara, Mel Marasco, and John Yoshikawa. The winner of the ACC would also like to extend a thank you to the Women’s Division, Low Gross, with a score of 72, was the following individuals and businesses listed below that have team of Jane Nakagawa, Judy Takeuchi, Gail Tanaka, and generously donated to the 11th Annual ACC Golf Tournament.
Thank You For Your Continual Support! Event Sponsor
East Lawn
A-1 Embroidery
Hiroshima Daggett John and Holly Fong-Korach
L&L Hawaiian BBQ (Lake Crest)
Barry and Ricarda Lim Russ and Meg Tanaka
Hole-In-One Sponsors
Jean Chong Therapy Specialists
William and Judy Yee
Vantreo Insurance Brokerage
Gold Sponsor ($1,000)
Williams & Olds CPAs
Bronze Sponsor ($250)
Ascent Builders Incorporated Herb, Al & Nancy Chin
Carol and Brian Parker
CMB Wealth Management, LLC
First Allied
Lorna M. Fong
Art & Gloria Imagire
Paula Higashi and Fred Taugher Dr. Leland H. Lee, D.D.S. Gallagher Lewis Insurance Brokers
Robert W. Baird & Co.
Volunteers
Daniel Miyasaki, D.D.S.
Winston Ashizawa • Garrett Ashizawa • Annie Carlson • James Chew • Jean Chew • Brian Chin • Sharon Garrett • Joan Hing • Marti Lathrop • Betty Lee • Lisa Lee • Lori Lee • Jolene Lee • Ricky Lim • Barry Lim • Yuanming Lu • Suzanne and Tim Matsumoto • Sheri Morishita • Carolyn Murai • Janice Muraki • Rose Nagao • Fred Nagao • Joanie Nishimoto • Joanne Nishimura • Myra Okazaki • Dean Okazaki • Janet Sakata • Ruth Seo • Anna Su • Fusako Takahashi • Irene Takeda • Bev Tanaka • Debbie Wong-Okabe • William Yee • Alfred Yee • Jan Yokoi • Elaine Yoshikawa • Elva Young •
Murphy Austin Adams,
Kirk Stauffer
Schoenfeld LLP North American Food Dist. Co. Allan Owen & Linda Whitney
Thunder Valley Casino
Winston & Loretta Ashizawa • Brian Chin • Ascent Builders (Gary Tinseth) • Black Oak Casino Resort • Jean Chong • East Lawn • Dennis & May Fujii • Brian Fukuda • General Produce Company • Dennis & Nancy Hashimoto • Paula Higashi & Fred Taugher • John & Holly Fong-Korach • Steve & Cindy Kotani • Wayne & Lynn Kurahara • L&L Hawaiian BBQ • Labella Matsuura • Lawrence J. Larsen, D.D.S. • Tony Lewis & Lori Lee • Barry & Ricky Lim • Michelle’s Skin Clinic • Aileten Nishio • Pioneer Grading and Paving • Red Hawk Golf Course • Rosie Day Spa • Hiroko Takamoto • Topgolf Roseville • Jae Won • William & Judy Yee • Walt & Linda Yip
Lawrence J. Larsen, D.D.S Moyneur & Perishio Dental Corp.
Marcia Matsuda
Dry Creek Ranch Golf Course • El Macero Country Club • • Empire Ranch Golf Club • Haggin Oaks Golf Club • Mare Island Golf Club • Teal Bend Golf Club • Turkey Creek Golf Club • Valley Hi Country Club • Wild Wings Golf Club • Wildhorse Golf Club
Donors
Don & Sheri Morishita
Winston and Loretta Ashizawa
Reeve - Knight Construction, Inc.
Supporting Golf Courses
Marlene Oehler Patcraft
Silver Sponsor ($500)
Ken Sakazaki, O.D.
Nick Crane
Red Hawk Casino
(RBC Wealth Management)
Frank and Lisa Tanaka
CB Richard Ellis
Staff Support Chau Nguyen • Susan Sarinas • Anna Su • Monica Thompson • Tony Waterson • Virginia Wieneke • Donna Yee •
2017 ACC Golf Tournament Winners 1st Place
Jim Luttrell, Tosh O’Hara, Mel Marasco, John Yoshikawa (60) Page 6
2nd Place
Mark Hayashida, Derek Seo, Jasen Yee, Tim Yee (61)
3rd Place
Glenn Drumright, Howard Harris, Ed Kado, Lance Klug (62)
4th Place
Laurie Crane, Nick Crane, Rich Kawahata, Dean Okasaki
Women’s Division Low Gross Winner
Jane Nakagawa, Judy Takeuchi, Gail Tanaka, Audrey Yokoi High Gross Winner
Lorna Fong, Wendy Kagiyama-Yee, Carl Kudow, Beverly Shimizu
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SUMMER 2017 Lifelong Learning & Wellness Class To register for a class, contact Anna Su (916) 393-9026 ext. 330, classes@accsv.org. CHINESE STICKY RICE
Instructor: Loreta Whelan Chinese sticky rice is a staple on dim sum carts and it’s actually very easy to make. We use Chinese sausage, dried black mushrooms, dried shrimp, green onions, and BBQ pork. Limit: 16 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, June 30, 2017. Jul 7
Arts & Culture Instructor: Chieko Hirai-Brim This class provides an ongoing introduction of Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arranging. Learn essential principles and techniques of Ikebana and create one unique arrangement in each class. Ikebana tools (pin frog, scissors, and vase) are not included, but can be purchased from the instructor upon request. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. No drop-ins. *Payment must be received by the Friday before class. Limit:10 students. No Refunds. Jul 3,17
Mon
2:00-3:00p
$30 per class*
Aug 7, 21
Mon
2:00-3:00p
$30 per class*
Sep 11,18
Mon
2:00-3:00p
$30 per class*
LEARN HOW TO WEAR A CHEONGSAM (QIPAO) Instructor: Zimei NEW! The modernized version of the qipao is noted for accentuating the figures of women and was popular as a dress for high society. This program shows you how to wear a beautiful cheongsam, provides practice walking, standing, and sitting in a qipao, and includes beauty care (make up, natural skin care etc.) Requirement: Must provide own qipao and jewelry. The style and color are not limited. Classes are held 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Limit: 20 students. No Refund. Jul 11, 25 Aug 8, 22 Tue 1:00-1:50p $13 per class Sep 12, 26
ONE-DAY KIMEKOMI DOLL MAKING WORKSHOP Instructor: Masanori (Isako) Wasano Isako graduated from Tokyo Mataro Doll Academy in 1967. Students will select their own model of doll and be taught individually. Additional material fees vary depending on choice of dolls. Bring a small pointed scissors and a hand towel for your workstation. Dress casually. Nominal fee for lunch or bring your own. Please register two weeks prior to workshop date due to kit prep work. Seats are limited. Call (916) 393-9026 x 330 (Mon-Fri) or Ms.Wasano at (530) 350-8083. Held at Meals on Wheels Bldg. (7375 Park City Dr). NO REFUNDS, CREDIT ONLY. Sat
9:00a-4:00p
$55 (doll kit not included)
DOLL KIT FEE TO BE PAID DIRECTLY TO INSTRUCTOR. PLEASE REGISTER BY AUG 5, 2017, SO KIT CAN BE PREPARED. Material Choice 1 – Huusui Kaeru $35 (Good Luck Frog) Fee Choice 2 – Kohun Fukuro $40 (Lucky Owl) Choice 3 – Izumeko $40 (Baby in a basket) Boy Choice 4 – Izumeko (Baby in a $40 basket) Girl Choice 5 – Oishii Mizu (Tasty Water) $50 Choice 6 - Ai Ai Dojo (Lovely Girl) $50 Choice 7 – Kinun Daruma $30 (Lucky Fortune Daruma) Gold Choice 8 – Kinun Daruma (Lucky $30 Fortune Daruma) Red
PAINTING (ACRYLIC)
Instructor: Zimei Learn how to paint a beautiful landscape without any prior experience. We will explore techniques, colors, artistic inspiration, as well as how to create a painted story. Additional one-time fee of $60 for a materials kit to be paid directly to instructor. Materials kit includes: Acrylic paints, brushes, turpentine, easel, charcoal pencil, palette, and canvas. Classes are held every third Tuesday of each month. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Limit: 8 students. Jul 18 Aug 15 Tue 1:00-2:00p $15 Sep 19
Cooking Demonstrations
Learn to prepare various delicious cuisines. The featured dish, lunch, instructions, and recipe(s) are included. Pre-registration and pre-payment required no later than one week before class starts to reserve space and get an accurate count for lunch orders. An extra $2 will be charged for late registration and will depend upon availability of space. NO REFUNDS, CREDIT ONLY. Cancellations with less than 48 hours notice prior to class will not receive credit. All cooking classes are held at ACC Senior Services (7334 Park City Dr).
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12:00-1:00p
$15
SAVORY & DESSERT CREPES
IKENOBO IKEBANA
Aug 19
Fri
Instructor: Alfred Yee Crepes are a summer favorite—simple, easy, and quick to make. Crepes may be made ahead of time and saved until ready to use. Learn to make a simple crepe, a chicken/spinach/ mushroom filling with a sauce, and a sautéed fruit filling with whipped cream. Crepes will be served with a spring mix salad. Limit:10 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 14, 2017. No refunds after July 14. Jul 19
Wed
11:00a-1:00p
$15
Instructor: Jayson Lira, Dining Services Manager, ACC Greenhaven Terrace These delicate and flaky fish tacos will be served on mini flour tortillas with a pureed tomato salsa and a cabbage and cilantro slaw. Fish tacos are a great way to beat the heat during the hot days of summer. The fish tacos will be served with a tasty mini churro. Limit:16 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, July 14, 2017. Jul 20
Thu
12:00-1:00p
$15
Instructor: Jayson Lira, Dining Services Manager, ACC Greenhaven Terrace Fresh mozzarella, plum tomatoes, basil and garlic come together for a subtle burst of freshness on top of fresh baked naan bread. The fresh Margherita pizzas will be served with an ice cream sandwich. Limit: 16 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 11, 2017. Aug 17
Thu
12:00-1:00p
$15
GRILLED BEEF KABOB
Instructor: Alfred Yee Marinated cubes of beef, mushrooms, and onions are put on skewers and seared on a gas grill. Served with grilled corn and other summer vegetables drizzled with butter or olive oil. Steamed white rice or grilled potato spears seasoned with spices completes the meal. Limit: 15 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 18, 2017. No refunds after August 18. Wed
11:00a-1:00p
$15
COFFEE CRUNCH CAKE
Instructor: Alfred Yee Learn how to make the iconic dessert from Blum’s Bakery in San Francisco. A light sponge cake made from scratch topped with coffee-flavored candy and whipped cream. Served with drip coffee made from fresh ground coffee beans. Need we say more? Limit:10 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 8, 2017. No Refund after September 8. Wed
2:00-4:00p
$15
Instructor: Jayson Lira, Dining Services Manager, ACC Greenhaven Terrace Bison burgers are a great alternative to a fatty beef burger. Beautifully caramelized Cabernet onions and sautéed mushrooms transform this lean Bison Burger into a tasty treat. The mini sliders will be served with a fresh spring salad and an ice cream drumstick. Limit: 16 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 15, 2017. Thu
12:00-1:00p
$15
Dance
11:30a-12:30p 11:30a-12:30p 11:30a-12:30p
$24 $30 $24
LINE DANCE (BEGINNERS) - TWO LEFT FEET
Instructor: Gerri Shapiro This class is for those with little or no dance experience. Have fun laughing and dancing to great music. Drop-In rate is $7 per class. Held at ACC GT (1180 Corporate Way). Jul 6-27 Aug 3-31 Sep 7-28
Thu Thu Thu
1:00-2:00p 1:00-2:00p 1:00-2:00p
$20 $25 $20
Instructor: Vickie Camblin Learn the basic steps used in line dancing and how to link the steps together to form simple dances. Line dancing is a fun way to get exercise and meet people. No experience necessary. Drop-In rate is $7 per class. Held at ACC GT (1180 Corporate Way). Jul 3-31 Mon 12:00-1:00p $25 Aug 7-28 Mon 12:00-1:00p $20 Sep 11-25 Mon 12:00-1:00p $15
Instructor: Vickie Camblin Enjoy dancing to a variety of beats: waltz, cha-cha, western, ballroom and more. A fun class with great people and excellent music! Drop-In rate is $8 per class. Held at ACC GT (1180 Corporate Way). Jul 3-31 Jul 5-26
Mon Wed
1:00-2:30p 12:00-1:30p
$30 $24
Aug 7-28 Aug 2-30 Sep 11-25 Sep 6-27
Mon Wed Mon Wed
1:00-2:30p 12:00-1:30p 1:00-2:30p 12:00-1:30p
$24 $30 $18 $24
Language JAPANESE CONVERSATION
Instructor: Nora Bachus-Dressler This class focuses on Japanese conversation and vocabulary building. Word order, particles, and grammar in simple sentences will be taught. Hiragana script is also included. Jul 3-31 Sep 11-25 Jul 3-31 Sep 11-25
Intermediate I
Mon 12:30-1:30p No Classes in August Mon 12:30-1:30p
$25
Mon 10:30-11:30a No Classes in August Mon 10:30-11:30a
$25
Intermediate II
$15
$15
Instructor: May Cheung Learn the phonetics of Mandarin Chinese using Hanyu Pinyin. Upon completion, students should be able to grasp the basics and have a better understanding of the forming of sounds. Single and compound words are introduced through pronunciation drills. Minimum: 3 students. Jul 6-27 Thu 10:00-11:00a $60 Aug 3-31 Thu 10:00- 11:00a $75 Sep 7-28 Thu 10:00- 11:00a $60
SPANISH (INTERMEDIATE)
Except where noted, dance classes are on a pre-payment basis. Fees are per month and are payable on or before the first day of the class. NO REFUNDS.
BALLROOM DANCE (BEGINNING)
Instructor: Eddie Nakashima Learn basc steps and variations of the fox trot, waltz, rumba, and more in a casual and friendly atmosphere! No experience necessary. Eddie has taught ballroom dance for over 10 years. Partners preferred, but not required. Drop-in rate is $9.50 per class. Jul 6-27 Aug 3-31 Sep 7-28
Thu Thu Thu
MANDARIN CHINESE (BEGINNING)
BISON BURGER SLIDERS
Sep 21
Jul 6-27 Aug 3-31 Sep 7-28
LINE DANCE (INTERMEDIATE IMPROVER)
MARGHERITA PIZZA
Sep 13
Instructor: Auntie Amy Learn Auntie Amy’s way of dancing the hula and telling a story with hands and swaying hips. Come and share your Aloha Spirit and join in the fun. Drop-in rate is $8 per class.
LINE DANCE (BEGINNING IMPROVER)
FLAKY FISH TACOS
Aug 23
HULA (INTERMEDIATE)
Thu Thu Thu
1:00-2:30p 1:00-2:30p 1:00-2:30p
Instructor: Patrice Jansen This class will focus on understanding the basic structure of Spanish, beginning with verbs and how to conjugate them. Students will also spend time on pronunciation. Patrice has taught Spanish for high school students and at the Hart Senior Center. Minimum: 6 students. Jul 3-31
Mon
9:30-11:30a
$50
Aug 7-28 Sep 11-25
Mon Mon
9:30-11:30a 9:30-11:30a
$40 $30
$30 $37.50 $30
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PLEASE READ: Pre-registration is required. Class sizes are limited. Make-up sessions may be arranged during lab hours based on the Instructor’s discretion. Use of personal laptops is encouraged. If books are required for class, students must purchase their own. For specific information on computer classes, e-mail classes@accsv.org.
COMPUTER CLASSES OPEN HOUSE
Are you thinking of taking a computer class? Come for open house, check out the lab and try the computers. Our friendly computer instructors will be available to answer your questions about upcoming classes, about your own computer or any specific problems or issues you are having. Refreshments will be available outside the computer lab.
Music GUITAR (BEGINNING)
Instructor: George Connor This class uses an intuitive approach to learning how to play guitar with an emphasis on listening and understanding how a particular song is constructed, then working on the mechanics of how to play it. Proper tuning, basic chord forms, strumming, finger picking and vocal accompaniment will be discussed and demonstrated. George has been playing guitar for over 40 years and is a member of the ACC Guitar Ensemble Club. Drop-in rate is $8 per class. Jul 3-31
Mon
7:00-8:00p
$30
Aug 7-28
Mon
7:00-8:00p
$24
Sep 11-25
Mon
7:00-8:00p
$18
GUZHENG (CHINESE ZITHER)
Instructor: Zimei The Guzheng is a beautiful, expressive instrument. The peaceful music and deep breathing while playing the Guzheng can help reduce stress and anxiety. You can buy a Guzheng or you can rent one from the instructor. If you decide to buy the Guzheng after renting it, all your rental fees will be credited towards your purchase. No refund for missed classes. Rental Fee: $60/month and $200 deposit (refundable). Limit: 6 students. No drop-ins. Jul 3-31
Mon
11:00-11:50a
$225
Aug 7-28
Mon
11:00-11:50a
$180
Sep 11-25
Mon
11:00-11:50a
$135
SING FOR YOUR SOUL
Instructor: Debbie Eto Singing has long been therapeutic for the soul. Besides being fun, it is regarded as a healing process for many. Join your friends and neighbors as we start a Community Choir. You’ve heard of sing for your supper? Now it’s time to sing for your soul. No experience necessary, but a willingness to learn and have fun. Minimum: 10 students. Drop-in rate is $7 per class. Jul 5-26
Wed
3:00-4:00p
$20
Aug 2-30
Wed
3:00-4:00p
$25
Sep 6-27
Wed
3:00-4:00p
$20
SINGING (BEGINNING) TAIKO FOR FUN (BEGINNING) UKULELE (INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL 1) Instructor: Loretta Lew - Returns October 2017
Jul 6
PHOTOGRAPHY AND CINEMATOGRAPHY (BEGINNING)
Instructor: Jeff Jong This class will help you get more out of your camera, camcorder, or smart phone. Learn the differnces in basic camera functions and when to use them. Tips and techniques for recording video clips and basic computer skills used for camera downloads will be explained and demonstrated. Strategies for getting the type of images you want will be covered, as well as online resources. Limit: 5 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/25/17. Aug 1-10
Tue & Thu
3:00-4:30p $30
10:30a-12:00p
Free
CELL PHONE TUTORING
Instructor: Donna Tanaka To schedule your appointment, call (916) 393-9026 x330. 3rd Tuesday of each month By Appointment Only
45 minutes to 1 hour 1.5 hours
$10 $15
COMPUTER ASSISTANCE/TUTORING
Are you having difficulty making your computer do what you want it to do? Do you need one-on-one assistance or tutoring? Work with an instructor to solve your problems using your own computer and software. Dates and times are by appointment. Jul First hour $45 Aug Each additional ½ hour $5 Sep
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
Instructor: Heman Lee This class is designed for beginners or students with limited or no experience with computers. Learn about computer hardware, system components, software and more! No prerequisites, just a desire to learn. Limit: 6 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/11/17. Jul 18-27
Tue & Thu
1:30-3:00p
$30
WINDOWS 10 (BASIC)
Instructor: Leonard Lew This class is for those that have worked with an earlier version of Windows, but are new to Windows 10. All of the most important topics are covered, such as using the internet safely, sending and receiving email, and working with files and folders. You will also learn how to organize and view photos and videos and listen to music in Windows 10. You will become familiar with the new Start menu and learn how to adjust the settings to make it easier to work with Windows 10. Limit: 6 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/25/17. Aug 1-Sep 19
Tue
9:00-10:30a
$60 (Book not included)
MICROSOFT PUBLISHER (BEGINNING)
NEW!
Instructor: Heman Lee Students will learn desktop publishing capabilities of Microsoft Publisher, including how to produce greeting cards, event flyers, certificates, newsletters, and calendars. Incorporate photos or create your own graphical elements into your publication or design your own company logo. Finalize your publication for commercial printing or output as a web page. Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge, e.g. MS Word. Limited to 5 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/25/17. Aug 1-24
Photography
Thu
Tue & Thu
1:00-2:30p
$60
MICROSOFT OFFICE 2010+POWERPOINT (BEGINNING)
NEW!
Instructor: Heman Lee PowerPoint is a powerful software that allows you to create exciting and dynamic slide presentation for your group. Spreadsheet data from Excel can be integrated to create dynamic charts, add multimedia such as videos and create your own custom graphics. In PowerPoint, you will learn how to create a slideshow using photos from a recent vacation with only a few clicks of the mouse. Animation can be adding to make your presentation more captivation. Learn how to share your presentation with family and friends. Limited to 6 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/28/17. Aug 4-Sep 22
Fri
1:30-3:00p
$60
Photo/Film/Video Editing FILM/VIDEO EDITING (BEGINNING)
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Instructor: Jeff Jong Unleash the creative power of your digital camera and generate your own documentaries, travelogue, or movies of treasured moments and events. Create and organize your still photos, videos, and audio into digital format playbacks on DVD’s, PC’s, internet, etc. This class will show you the easy drag and drop techique of a popular and inexpensive software. Enhance existing recorded material with music, voice-over, sub-titles, text, color corrections, cropping, slow-motion, and other special audio & video FX’s. Prerequisite: Students should have basic computer skills and experience. Limit: 5 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 8/15/17. Aug 22-Sep 7
Tue & Thu
3:00-4:30p
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$45
MAC/IPAD/IPHONE LEARN TO WORK WITH YOUR iPAD
Instructor: Leonard Lew Get the most out of your iPad. Send and receive e-mails, surf the internet, make and keep notes, look up addresses and maintain your calendar. The iPad tablet computer also comes with built-in applications for listening to music and taking pictures and videos. You can customize your iPad by adding from thousands of available applications from the App Store. Class is suitable for all versions of the iPad. Limit: 4 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/25/17. $60 Aug 1-Sep 19 Tue 10:45a-12:15p (Book not included)
iPHONE
Instructor: Art Imagire iPhone with iOS 10 - and higher. Learn to use the iPhone (3GS, 4, 4S, 5, 5S, 5C, 6, 6S, 6+, 6SE, 7 and 7 Plus) with the new IOS 10.0 or later. Learn how to make calls, retrieve voicemail, create and address book (Contacts), save notes, create To Do lists, listen to music, browse the internet, and more. Students must have one of the iPhone models listed above loaded with the latest version of iOS. Limit: 4 students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/26/17. $60 Aug 2-Sep 20 Wed 9:00 –10:30a (Book not included)
MAC OS X CLASS
Instructor: Art Imagire Learn about the Mac OS X 10 Sierra. Learn how to use basic features, such as accessing the Internet, using email and organizing files and folders, downloading to jump drives. Get acquainted with some of the handy tools and apps included on the Mac that makes it easy to work with photos, video, and music. Change the look and feel of your Mac interface and learn how to set preferences to make it even more easier to work on your Mac. Students should bring their own MacBook laptop or desktop iMac. Up to two students allowed with iMacs. Limit: 3 Students. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 7/26/17. $60 Aug 2-Sep 20 Wed 10:45a-12:15p (Book not included)
Health & Fitness Health & Fitness classes listed below are on a pre-payment basis, except where noted. Fees are payable on or before the first day of class. Fees listed are per month.
AQUA FIT Instructor: Joanna Yanez, AFAA & ISS Certified Fitness
Trainer This class is designed for active older adults who want to gain or maintain mobility. Aqua fit uses water’s natural resistance to increase strength and stamina. This class focuses on strength training, full body stretches, and body weight exercises with minimal impact on joints. The exercises will help participants increase their cardiovascular health, range of motion, muscular endurance and vitality. Limit: 30 students. Pre-registration and pre-payment required by 5/26/17. Drop-ins welcome at $10 per class, if space is available and/or with instructor’s approval. Held at ACC GT (1180 Corporate Way). NO REFUNDS. NO CREDIT. Jun 6-29
Tue & Thu
10:00-11:00a
$64
Jul 6-27
Tue & Thu
10:00-11:00a
$56
Aug 1-24
Tue & Thu
10:00-11:00a
$64
MUSIC AND MOTION
Instructor: Rowena Alberto This exercise program is a combination of Tai Chi, Yoga, and Zumba. It starts with slow music for stretching, followed by more lively music with easy steps and moves in sitting and standing positions. Active or not, anyone can participate in this fitness program. Pre-registration is preferred, but drop-ins are welcome for $7 per class. Jul 7-28
Fri
11:00a-12:00p
$20
Aug 4-18 (no class on 25)
Fri
11:00a-12:00p
$15
Sep 1-29 (no class on 22)
Fri
11:00a-12:00p
$20
PICKLEBALL (DROP-IN OUTDOOR)
Leaders: Sunny Jung & Jeannie Fong Pickleball is a cross between tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It is a lot of fun and is easy to play. It is a great way to exercise. No experience or equipment is needed. Loaner paddle and ball will be provided. Sessions are dependent on weather and times are subject to change. Jul 5-Sep 27
Wed
8:30-11:30a
$3 per session
Jul 7-Sep 29
Fri
8:30-11:30a
$3 per session
PING PONG (DROP- IN) Leader: Ton Joe Jul 5-Sep 27
Wed
3:30-5:30p
$3 per session
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SENIOR FIT
Instructor: Joanna Yanez, AFAA & ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer This class is designed to help participants increase flexibility, balance, coordination, agility, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance. The workout combines aerobic, flexibility (stretching), and resistance (strength) training with lots of fun! Pre-registration is preferred, but drop-ins are welcome for $7 per class. No Classes in June, July & August Sep 7-28
Thu
10:15-11:15a
$20
ZUMBA GOLD
Instructor: Pamela Wong Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music and dance that creates a dynamic, exciting and effective cardio workout. This class is designed for beginners and active older adults. It addresses the anatomical, physiological and psychological needs specific to this population. It also helps seniors to start their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. This class is for anyone who wants to join the fitness-party! Drop-in rate is $7 per class, if space is available. Jul 11-25 Tue $15 9:30-10:30a Jul 6-27 Thu $20 Aug 1-29 Tue $25 9:30-10:30a Aug 3-31 Thu $25 Sep 5-26
Tue
9:30-10:30a
$20
Tai Chi TAI CHI CHUAN
NEW!
Instructor: Janny Wu, 6th Duan This class teaches Qi Gong and traditional Yang style long form and shares the health benefits of Tai Chi exercise through mind, body and spirit. All levels of skill are welcome to experience the gentle flow of your “Chi” and the art of a healthier lifestyle. Drop-in rate is $13 per class, all classes paid in advance. No refunds. See instructor for location of make-up classes. Jul 3-31 Mon 7:30p-9:00p $70/month Jul 6-27 Thu Aug 7-28 Mon 7:30p-9:00p $70/month Aug 3-31 Thu Sep 11-25 Mon 7:30p-9:00p $70/month Sep 7-28 Thu $45 for 4 1 class per week 7:30p-9:00p classes
TAI CHI FOR BETTER BALANCE
NEW!
Instructors: Valen Lee Learn to massage your internal organs and the foundation of Yang Tai Chi.This course is designed to reduce the risk of falling by improving strength and balance and to be interwoven into your daily lifestyle. It has been scientifically proven that students of Tai Chi experience many health benefits while discovering an easy way to a better life. Drop-in rate is $8 per class, all classes paid by the month. No refunds. See instructor for location of make-up classes. Jun 1-29 Jul 6-27
Thu Thu
6:00-7:30p 6:00-7:30p
$30 $24
Aug 3-31
Thu
6:00-7:30p
$30
Sep 7-28
Thu
6:00-7:30p
$24
TAI CHI/QI GONG
Instructor: David Tam Learn the simplified 24-forms of Tai Chi, plus Qi Gong exercises, a healing art combining movement, meditation, and visualization. Ideal for students new to Tai Chi. Drop-in rate is $7 per class. Held at ACC GT (1180 Corporate Way). Jul 6-27 Aug 3-31 Sep 7-28
Thu Thu Thu
9:00-10:00a 9:00-10:00a 9:00-10:00a
$20 $25 $20
EASY TAI CHI
Instructor: Sabitre Rodriguez Learn 8-form Yang Style Tai Chi with Qigong warm-up exercises. Experience the slow flow of Tai Chi, improve your balance and posture, while treating your whole body to a gentle and relaxing workout. Drop-in rate is $7 per class. Held at ACC GT (1180 Corporate Way). Jul 11-25 Tue 9:45-10:45a $15 Aug 1-29 Tue 9:45-10:45a $25 Sep 5-26 Tue 9:45-10:45a $20
TAI CHI SELF-DEFENSE
Instructor: George Hom Learn 24 Yang Style and develop better balance and flexibility. Drop-in rate is $7 per class. Jul 3-31
Mon
9:00-10:00a
$25
Aug 7-28
Mon
9:00-10:00a
$20
Sep 11-25
Mon
9:00-10:00a
$15
TAI CHI MOVING FOR BETTER BALANCE
Instructor: George Hom, Certified Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance Instructor Each year, about one-third of adults aged 65 years of age and older fall, and 20 to 30 percent of those who fall suffer moderate to severe injuries, such as bruises, hip fractures, and head traumas. Exercise that improves strength and balance, such as Tai Chi, helps prevent falls. Research has shown that practicing Tai Chi, a balance promoting exercise, is a very effective way for older adults to reduce their risk of falling and to maintain their independence. Classes held at ACC Greenhaven Terrace (1180 Corporate Way). Drop-in rate is $7 per class. Jul 6-27
Thu
10:15-11:15a
$20
Aug 3-31
Thu
10:15-11:15a
$25
Sep 7-28
Thu
10:15-11:15a
$20
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Instructor: Jan Polin, Beijing certified Qi Gong Instructor For centuries, the harmonics of Himalayan Singing Bowls have been used to create both physical and mental health. Experience the calming harmonics of the Singing Bowls and learn ancient techniques to relax the body & mind and bring balance into your life. Jan Polin, BA Psychology & Graduate Certificate in Audiometry, began studying Himalayan Bowls in 1971, and has studied with the Dalai Lama, several Tibetan Rimpoches, and is certified through the Academy of Healing Qi Gong in Beijing. Drop-ins are welcome at the higher rate. Jun 15
Thu
1:30-3:00p
$15 / $20 at door
MEDITATION: TIBETAN, CHINESE & HINDU
Instructor: Jan Polin, Beijing certified Qi Gong Instructor Meditation has been used for thousands of years by traditional schools of medicine to balance mind & body to promote health. Learn how to use Taoist Healing meditations, Tibetan Deity & Healing Bowl meditations & Vipassana Central Meridian Breathing meditations to reduce blood pressure, support heart & immune system health, and even balance brain chemistry. Jan Polin has studied meditation since 1968 and has taught meditation workshops at several locations including CSUS Renaissance Seminars, Chapa-De Native American Health Program, and Sunlight of the Spirit Bookstore. Drop-ins are welcome at the higher rate. Jul 27
Thu
1:30-3:00p
$15 / $20 at door
MANDALA - THE ART OF MEDITATION (BEGINNING 1)
Yoga YOGA 101
Instructor: Kerry Kashiwagi Learn the fundamentals of yoga poses to increase flexibility, balance, and endurance. A yoga mat is required. A large towel is also recommended. Drop-ins welcome if space is available. Drop-in rate is $8 per class. Jul 3-31
Mon
6:00-7:30p
$30
Aug 7-28
Mon
6:00-7:30p
$24
Sep 11-25
Mon
6:00-7:30p
$18
HATHA YOGA
Instructor: Teddi Chann This course introduces the lyengar method of hatha yoga. Basic standing, sitting, forward extension, introductory inversion, and restorative postures will be taught. Each class will build upon the prior class. This class will use props to assist the students and may involve hands on adjustments. Course prerequisite: A willingness to move your body and mind differently than your rote patterns. You will need a yoga mat (and possibly blocks, belts and blankets) for this class. Maximum: 21 students. Drop-in rate is $8 per class. Jul 11-25 Tue 6:00-7:30p $18 Aug 1-29
Tue
6:00-7:30p
$30
Sep 5-26
Tue
6:00-7:30p
$24
SENIOR YOGA
Instructor: Sabitre Rodriguez Enjoy movements designed to maintain joint mobility, muscle strength, and flexibility. This class is gentle, easy to follow, and uses the floor and chairs. The class begins with a few minutes of meditation and gives students time to experience yoga postures with varying levels of challenge and ease. Drop-ins welcome if space is available and/or with instructor’s approval. Drop-in rate is $7 per class. Jul 5-26
Wed
9:45-10:45a
$20
Aug 2-30
Wed
9:45-10:45a
$25
Sep 6-27
Wed
9:45-10:45a
$20
YOGA + PILATES
Instructor: Joanne Chew Stretch, relax, and improve your balance, flexibility, and strength. This class incorporates Pilates moves to strengthen and flatten the abs and improve muscle tone. Drop-ins welcome if space is available and/or with instructor’s approval. Drop-in rate is $7 per class. Limit: 12 students. Jul 5-26 Wed 10:00-11:00a $20 Aug 2-30 Wed 10:00-11:00a $25 Sep 6-27 Wed 10:00-11:00a $20
Wellness Workshops Summer 2017 ACC NEWS
NEW!
Instructor: Marie Taylor For centuries, people throughout the world have created mandalas to focus attention, quiet the mind and enter a state of meditation or prayer. Learn how to create your own original designs to use for quilts, stained glass, paper goods, artwork and more. Based on simple geometric shapes, no art experience is needed. Beginning 1 is based on the 45/90 degree mandala.Tools include a ruler, protractor, pencil, sharpie pen, eraser and colored pencils or markers. Bring your own or purchase a kit for $10. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Minimum: 6 students Maximum:10 students. No refunds. Jul 6-27
TAI CHI GONG (BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE)
Instructor: Stella Chuk These exercises use the principle of chi flowing properly throughout the body to maintain the equilibrium of yin and yang. Regular practice of these forms will develop better balance and flexibility, gain strength, promote deep relaxation, and may improve health. Beginning Tai Chi Gong class will also learn 37 Yang Style Tai Chi and Yi Jin Jing - a traditional Health Qi Gong. Drop-in rate is $7 per class. Jul 11-25 Tue 11:00a-12:00p $15 Aug 1-29 Tue 11:00a-12:00p $25 Sep 5-26 Tue 11:00a-12:00p $20
NEW!
HIMALAYAN SINGING BOWLS
Thu
10:00-11:30a
$40
MANDALA - THE ART OF MEDITATION (BEGINNING 2)
NEW!
Instructor: Marie Taylor Based on simple geometric shapes, no art experience is needed. Beginning 2 is based on the 30.60.90 degree mandala. Tools include a ruler, protractor, pencil, Sharpie pen, eraser and colored pencils or markers. Bring your own or purchase a kit for $10. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Minimum: 6 students. Maximum: 10 students. No refunds. Aug 3-24
Thu
10:00-11:30a
$40 NEW!
STEPPING ON
Instructors: Judie Higashi, RN & Joaquin Ngarangad Stepping On is a community program that has been proven to reduce falls in older adults. It consists of a workshop that meets for two hours a week for seven weeks. Workshops are led by a health professional and a wellness instructor. Guest experts provide information on exercise, vision, safety, and medications. No Drop-ins. Limit: 8 students. $25 Suggested Jul 11-Aug 22 Tue 10:00a-12:00p Donation for Materials
BALANCE, MOBILITY AND COORDINATION
Instructor: Kimiye Touchi Learn how to move younger and more confidently by using an enjoyable way to improve your balance, mobility, and coordination. There will be hands-on guidance from the instructor. Dress comfortably. More information provided before the first day of class. Registration and pre-payment required. NO REFUNDS. NO CREDITS. Limit: 3 students. Jul 21, Aug 4 & Aug 18
Fri
2:00-3:30p
$45
SELF DEFENSE FOR WOMEN: FUNDAMENTALS EVERY WOMAN NEEDS TO AVOID VIOLENCE
Instructors: Irving Lee-Black Belt Jujitsu NEW! & Valen Lee, Tai Chi Instructor Escape To Safety. This is an informative workshop to teach women how to avoid being a victim. This is NOT a martial arts class. No previous knowledge of self-defense is necessary. We will share information on how to avoid dangerous situations and practice effective simple escape techniques that everyone can utilize. The workshop will prepare a woman mentally and physically to escape and avoid violence. Attacks on women in our community occur too often. Learn to protect yourselves and your loved ones. Please wear comfortable clothes. Class limited to 20 students. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. No drop-ins. No Refunds. Jul 28 Aug 2 Aug 4 Aug 9
Fri Wed Fri Wed
6:00-7:30p
$24 individual $40 when enrolled as a pair (i.e. mother-daughter, sisters, friends)
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MATTER OF BALANCE
Instructors: Kerry Kashiwagi & Wayne Shimizu A Matter of Balance can help reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have concerns about falling. This 8-week award-winning program can help participants to view falls and fear of falling as controllable; set realistic goals for increasing activity; change their environment to reduce fall risk factors; and promote exercise to increase strength and balance. No Drop-ins. Limit: 10 students. Sep 29-Nov 17
Fri
$25 Suggested Donation for Materials
10:00a-12:00p
Social Clubs
Bring your favorite craft supplies and work on your project while socializing with others who enjoy various craft projects. Club Leader: June Kurosaka Tue
1:00-2:50p
$30/yr
CAMERA CLUB
Representative: Jeff Jong 4th Mon
2:00-4:00p
$30/yr
Leader: Lei Min Wed
2:30-4:30p
$60/yr
ACC GREENHAVEN KNITTING AND CROCHET CLUB Leader: Nancy Wai-Watanabe 2nd & 4th Mon
1:00-3:00p
$30/yr
FOLK (ACOUSTIC) GUITAR CLUB
Leader: John Kwasnik For more information, contact John Kwasnik at (916)391-0604. Mon
6:00-8:00p
$60/yr
1:00-3:00p
$30/yr
KNITTING/CROCHET CLUB Leader: Gloria Louie 2nd & 4th Fri
MAHJONG CLUB FOR BEGINNERS Leader: Linda Fong $3 drop-in fee.
11:00a-1:00p
$60/yr
Leader: Lilly Lee
Fri ACC Greenhaven Terrace
1:00-4:00p
$25/yr
SENIOR PING PONG CLUB Leader: Ton Joe $4 drop-in fee. Fri
3:00-6:00p
$85/yr
3:00-4:30p
Free
Presenter: Cynthia Olson, BCC, CFHPC Bereavement Services Mgr, Chaplain VITAS Healthcare Coping with the loss of a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences in life. This presentation will provide a safe place to share your thoughts and feelings with others who have had a similar experience. Together, we will explore various aspects of grief and offer ways to move toward healing and acceptance. Pre-registration required. Aug 15
Tue
9:00-10:00a
Free
FREE PHONE AND PG&E BILL REVIEW CLINIC
Are you paying too much for phone service? Is your PG&E bill unusually high? Bring your questions and a recent phone (landline or wireless) or PG&E bill for a free review. We will explain your charges, identify fraud, or save you money! For more information, please contact Susan Sarinas, Program Manager, (916) 393-9026 x 339. Jul 13 / Aug 10 / Sep 14
Leader: Pattie Hashimoto
11:00a-1:00p
$60/yr
TAI CHI CLUB
Leaders: Valen Lee & Jeannie Fong $3 drop-in fee Tue, Thu & Fri
7:30-9:00a
$85/yr
TAP DANCE CLUB Leader: Betty Louie Mon
12:30-1:30p
$30/yr
WALKING CLUB
6:00-8:00p
$30/yr
Support Groups ACC FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
This group is a self-help group run by and for people with challenges/life changing situations involving memory decline, such as dementia/Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The group’s purpose is to provide emotional support, encouragement, and affirmation to caregivers of adult family members. For more information, please contact Soojin Yoo, Care Coordinator, (916) 393-9026 x 336. Jul 12 / Aug 9 / Sep 13 2nd Wed 12:00-1:30p Free
PARKINSON’S ASSOCIATION SUPPORT GROUP Facilitator: David Teraoku, Parkinson’s Association This support group provides resources, counseling, and support to family caregivers of individuals with Parkinson’s. For more information, please contact the Parkinson’s Assocation at (916) 685-4162. 2nd Thu
1:00-2:30p
2:00-4:00p
Free
GENEALOGY 101
Presenter: Barb Chandler Will describe how to conduct genealogical research using both online and off-line resources. What to look for in the various type of records, and how to find them. Prerequisite: People who want to begin working on genealogy to people who are already working on genealogy and want to learn more information. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Limit 20 students. Mon
10:00-11:00a
$3 pre paid / $5 drop-in
ESSENTIAL ESTATE PLANNING CHECKLIST
Presenters:Cecilia Tsang and Alyssa Chow, Attorney at Law Family Wealth Law Group, Professional Corporation You spent your whole life working hard to save and accumulate your assets, so what is going to happen to those assets when you die? In this free legal workshop, you will learn about the basic estate planning documents that you need so your family members may avoid the expense and hassle of dealing with probate court after you pass away. We will also discuss important issues that should be addressed in your estate planning documents. Pre-registration required. Mon
3:30-4:30p
Free
Presenters: Cecilia Tsang and Alyssa Chow, Attorney at Law Family Wealth Law Group, Professional Corporation In this free legal workshop, we will discuss how to pick the right people to step into your shoes and be in charge when you can’t. We will cover documents such as Advance Health Care Directives and Durable Powers of Attorney and talk about who you should choose to represent your interests. You are encouraged to invite your chosen helper(s) to attend to learn more about their duties and how they can help you when the time comes. Pre-registration required. Aug 16
Wed
6:30-7:30p
Free
Free
Presenters: Cecilia Tsang and Alyssa Chow, Attorney at Law Family Wealth Law Group, Professional Corporation Is it myth or fact that the best way to pass your property to your children is by placing them on title to your assets while you are alive? Come to our free legal workshop to find out! This is just one example of many of the common misconceptions that people have about planning for the distribution of their assets after they pass away that we cover. Pre-registration required. Sep 18
Mon
3:30-4:30p
Free
DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT
Facilitators: Dignity Health Trained Peer Leaders Diabetes Empowerment Education Program™ (DEEP™) is an evidence-based diabetes self-management education program for people with pre-diabetes, diabetes, or caregiver of a loved one that has diabetes.DEEP workshops are interactive and involve demonstrations, role play, games, and other engaging activities for group learning. Workshop provides a supportive environment where participants work together in a small group to learn about health management tools and lifestyle choices. Pre-registration required. Jul 11-Aug 15
Tue
1:00-3:00p
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THE ABC’S OF LTC: AN OVERVIEW OF LONG TERM CARE INSURANCE
Presenter: Elizabeth Stevens, Regional Coordinator, HICAP Learn the differences between Medicare coverage and long term care insurance. Find out ways of getting long term care and the options and guidelines for financing and purchasing it. Understand the features as well as the pros and cons. Pre-registration required. Jul 12
Wed
10:00-11:00a
Free
WELCOME TO MEDICARE: AN OVERVIEW OF COVERAGE AND OPTIONS
Presenter: Carolynn Washington, HICAP Education & Outreach Coordinator This workshop provides an overview of the Medicare program including eligibility cost benefits and recent changes effecting Medicare and its beneficiaries. Learn about the various options for supplementing Medicare, such as Medicare Supplemental Plans, Medigaps and Advantage Plans. Pre-registration required. Aug 17
Thu
10:00-11:00a
Free
YOUR GUIDE TO MEDICARE’S COVERED PREVENTIVE SERVICES
Presenter: Carolynn Washington, HICAP Education & Outreach Coordinator This workshop provides an overview of the Medicare program including eligibility cost benefits and any recent changes to Medicare Part B covered preventive services, tests and general descriptions. Pre-registration required. Sep 15
Fri
10:00-11:00a
Free
MEDICARE ANNUAL ENROLLMENT: AN OVERVIEW AND UPDATE OF MEDICARE 2018 COVERAGE AND OPTIONS
Presenter: Carolynn Washington, HICAP Education & Outreach Coordinator This workshop provides an overview of the Medicare program including eligibility cost benefits and recent changes. Learn about Medicare Part D and get an overview of Medicare’s Prescription Drug Program. Find out about eligibility requirements, how to enroll in a plan, and how to qualify for the Low Income Subsidy or “Extra Help.” Pre-registration required. Oct 26
Thu
10:00-11:00a
Free
SENIOR SCAMS – JUST SAY NO!
Presenter: Susan Sarinas, Program Manager Older adults are prime targets for financial scams both by persons they know and trust and by strangers. According to a study by MetLife, older Americans lost at least $2.9 billion to financial exploitation in 2010! In this FREE workshop, we will provide information on how to protect your assets and recognize scams, especially telephone scams. Learn how you can fight back and what you can do if you are a victim. Jul 14
Fri
2:30-3:30p
Free
DIABETES ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL SERIES Presenter: Marianne Hutton, RD, CDE Pre-registration required.
Diabetes 101—Diabetes medicines: what are they, when should they be used and how do they work.
CHOOSING AND TRAINING HELPERS FOR YOUR FUTURE NEEDS
INHERITANCE MYTH BUSTERS
Leader: Jeannie Fong (Time subject to change) 1st & 3rd Thu
2nd Thu
Educational Workshops
Jul 10
STRUMMERS (UKULELE) CLUB Fri
Tue
COPING WITH LOSS
Jun 26
MAHJONG CLUB
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Presenter: Bonnie Chow, MSW, Family Care Associate, Alzheimer’s Association Communication is more than just talking and listening - it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Registration is requested. Please call 800-272-3900 or e-mail ivilleda@alz.org to register.
Utilities Assistance
CHINESE SINGING CLUB
Jul 13 / Aug 10 / Sep 14
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES
Aug 1
ART & CRAFTS CLUB
Wed
Especially For Caregivers
Jul 18
Tue
3:00-4:30p
Free
Diabetes 101—Better office visits, avoiding complications and psychosocial aspects of diabetes. Sep 8
Fri
9:00-10:30a
Free
DEBT PRESENTATION
Presenter: Senior Legal Hotline Advocate Having debt is a stressful and expensive fact of life, but with the right knowledge you can manage your debt without having to file bankruptcy or paying for debt relief services. LSNC advocates will provide a free seminar that will outline seniors’ rights and obligations when they owe money, and what options are available to manage debt. Pre-registration required. Jul 21
Fri
1:00-2:00p
Free
MAKING SENSE OF YOUR MEDICATIONS: TIPS FOR COMBINING HERBAL, OTC AND PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS
Presenters: Martha Pauli, MEd, PharmD, BCPP, CGP, Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, and Cynthia Aung-Lam, Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate, Class of 2017, California Northstate University College of Pharmacy Do you sometimes wonder if all the medications you take are compatible? Two pharmacists will guide you through organizing your medications – Herbal or Alternative, Over-The-Counter, and Prescription Medications. There will be a slide show with information on each type of medication – with benefits and risks, and how to recognize problem interactions or side effects. Bring your questions! Registration is requested. Aug 9
Wed
10:00-11:00a
Free
Free
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HOME INSURANCE COVERAGE: THE BASICS AND NEEDS
Presenters: Tracy Tran, Insurance Agency Inc. with Farmers Insurance and Connie Wali, Realtor, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Learn the basic terminology used in a home insurance quote and learn what’s covered to be sure that the amount of insurance you purchase will meet your personal needs. Learn about the documentation needed to support your claims and ways to safeguard that information. Pre-registration required. Sep 7
Thu
11:00a-12:00p $3 pre paid / $5 drop-in
SAVE MONEY ON YOUR PHONE AND PG&E BILLS
Presenter: Susan Sarinas, Program Manager Knowing about your phone service options can save you money, help you avoid telephone fraud and ensure that you get the service that is right for you. Also, were your PG&E bills extremely high last winter? Learn what you can do to help reduce your PG&E bills this winter. Pre-registration required. Sep 12
Tue
2:00-3:00p
Free
HEALTHY AGING AND FALL PREVENTION FAIR
Join us for free fall risk fitness tests, shoe assessments, medication reviews, blood pressure screening, home modification consultation and more! Co-sponsored by UC Davis. For more information, contact (916) 393-9026 ext. 330. Sep 22
Fri
10:00a-1:00p
Free
PLANNING AHEAD FOR THE INEVITABLE
Presenter: Lisa West, Community Outreach Director of East Lawn Join us for a 25-minute presentation on why everyone should pre-plan funeral arrangements. You can eliminate stress, relieve your family of the burden, know all available choices, get what you want, ensure every detail is covered, and save money! Free lunch provided. Pre-registration required. Sep 27
Wed
11:30a-12:30p
Free
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: RESOURCES AND SERVICES
Presenters: Victims of Crime Resource Center staff, University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law This presentation will cover what domestic violence is and the different types. We will also focus on restraining orders, the Victims Bill of Rights (also known as Marsy’s law), and the resources available to victims. Pre-registration required. Sep 28
Thu
10:00-11:00a
Free
AARP MATURE DRIVER COURSE
Presenter: Kathy Cooper The AARP Smart Driver Course is designed for Mature Drivers 50 and above.The information presented will help you update your driving knowledge and skills to drive more safely and confidently. Participants must attend both sessions. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required! Checks should be dated for the current session and made out to AARP. Space is limited to the first 20 Applicants. For more information, please call (916) 393-9026 x330. Aug 10-11
Thu-Fri 12:00-4:30p $15 for AARP members $20 for non AARP members Plus $5 payable to ACC
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ACC reserves the right to cancel, add or change any class. Registration and pre-payment requirements for each class vary. Please read each class description carefully for details. All class/program participants must have an updated liability release and emergency information form on file. ACC Programs participants will be issued a MySeniorCenter key tag. Please see Anna Su in ACC Programs to complete a form or get a key tag. To register for classes, contact Anna Su at (916) 393-9026 Ext. 330, classses@ accsv.org.
ACC Bridge to Healthy Families Caregiver Support and ACC Rides are partially funded by the Area 4 Agency on Aging. Respite scholarships are funded by the Raj Family Estate and ACC Craft & Bake Sale. Thank you for your donations to ACC Programs, which help support the classes, programs and services at ACC Programs.
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LOOKING FORWARD TO SUMMER By Susan Sarinas, Program Manager If it’s Summer, then it’s time for the annual ACC Lifelong Learning and Wellness Program (LLWP) Survey. Each year, we survey our class participants to see how we are doing and to get feedback on the classes and workshops that we offer at ACC. Your responses help us to decide how to advertise our classes and what classes or activities you would like to see at ACC. Last year, 283 surveys were returned and the majority of respondents heard about classes and programs from friends or family, are female, live in 95831 zip code and were born in the 1930’s and 1940’s. An overwhelming majority of respondents were willing to pay a fee for workshops that we previously offered for free and the amount that got the most votes was $5. The top three classes or activities that participants wanted were: stretching, selfdefense, and CPR. Those who are interested in stretching should check out Senior Fit with Joanna Yanez. This class is designed to help increase flexibility through stretching. In addition, new this year is Music and Motion with Rowena Alberto. This class starts with slow music for stretching and is a combination of Tai Chi, Yoga and Zumba moves. Anyone interested in self-defense should try Tai Chi Self-Defense with George Hom. Because of the slow, graceful movements, many people may not realize that tai chi was
developed as a martial art for defending against attackers. In response to the increase in violence against women, we are offering a class in Self-Defense for Women. It is a series of 4 classes that starts July 28 and will be taught by Irving Lee, a black belt in Jujitsu, and Valen Lee, Tai Chi instructor. We hope to bring a CPR class to ACC in the Fall. Other new classes this quarter are Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft Office/ PowerPoint taught by Heman Lee. Welcome back to Donna Tanaka, who will be providing some needed Cell Phone Tutoring. Also coming back to ACC, is Janny Wu, who is teaching Tai Chi Chuan. In addition, returning to teach at ACC are Judie Higashi, RN, and Joaquin Ngarangad. Judie and Joaquin will be leading a 7-week workshop called Stepping On to help you learn how to reduce your risk for falling. Local artist, Marie Taylor, will be bringing her class, Mandalas: The Art of Meditation to ACC. Originally scheduled for January, the class was cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We are fortunate to have Marie teach in July and August. Another addition to the schedule is Geneology 101 taught by Barb Chandler. So, look for the 2016 LLWP Survey during the month of July and let us know what you think and what interests you. Also, check out the new classes and workshops for this quarter, you’ll find a lot to look forward to this summer! For any questions or to register for classes, call (916) 393-9026 ext. 330 or email classes@accsv.org.
ACC’S SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM (SCSEP)
SCSEP is the largest federallyfunded program specifically targeting older adults seeking employment and training assistance. The goal of SCSEP is to help participants gain work experience and overcome barriers by receiving on-the-job training at not-for-profit, 501(c)3 community based organizations or government agencies. The dual purpose of the SCSEP program is to provide community service while also improving participants’ job skills to enable them to find full or part-time unsubsidized employment. Currently, SCSEP participants job train at host agencies such as ACC, Meals on Wheels by ACC, Goodwill, state agencies, Eskaton Foundation, Sacramento Food Bank and other nonprofits and government agencies.
Interested in becoming a host agency for the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)? Host Agencies are the heart of the SCSEP program. Agencies must be community-based organizations, government agencies, or non-profit agencies that are able to provide jobtraining skills and supervision to participants. Work training in a realistic job environment will provide learning and feedback that will help participants be successful in finding employment. . If you are interested in becoming a host agency, please call the ACC SCSEP office at (916) 503-5390.
For more information about the program and on how to become a participant, please call the ACC SCSEP office at (916) 503-5390. Summer 2017 ACC NEWS
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THE BIG DAY OF GIVING: A Party For The Ages! way of giving back and making a lot of people happy.” MaeleyTom performed because,
after only a week and had people humming the catchy phrase, “ACC, we boogie to the lifelong learning… “So much fun!” That is how a ACC, we keep those big wheels senior attending our Big Day of Giving turning” The video can be found at: (May 4) party described the event. www.tinyurl.com/ACCHipHop. We had food, entertainment, a fashion show, Kimekomi doll display, and At our party we showcased more. This is the third year that ACC some of our groups and classes, Senior Services participated in the including Happy Strummers, ACC Big Day of Giving regional event. We Pocket Pickers, Guitar Ensemble, raised $55,917 more than double Show Stoppers choir, Aunty Amy’s what we raised last year, had 389 Hula, Two Left Feet, and Taiko. donors, and about triple the number Special guests shared their talentof attendees at the event. We are so Maeley Tom, Nai Aikane Ukulele, the thrilled that this has been the biggest Chinese Community Church’s (CCC) BiGDoG event we’ve ever had! Hula and Ukulele Group, and College Fund Street Band. Mario Fong, a Entertainment was a huge part m e m b e r o f t h e B a n d , s a i d h e of our event because our constituents performed because “My grandma is a love to party! We also produced a resident at the ACC Care Center. I music video featuring our seniors appreciate how ACC Programs takes dancing the Hip Hop for this great care of so many other grandparents in cause. It had more than 2K views Sacramento. Our performance is a By Marielle Fong and Linda Revilla
“The opportunity to entertain at the ACC was a small token of my appreciation and support for the tremendous service this organization provides to the Sacramento senior community. ACC’s success brings so much pride to our community.” We partnered with other nonprofits participating in the Big Day, Sacramento Mandarins, Philippine National Day Association, My Sister’s House, and JFK High PACE Program, whose staff or volunteers entertained, did outreach, and/or walked in our Fashion Show.
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31ST ACC CARE CENTER FUNDRAISER Honoring Our Past - Building For The Future
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2017 4PM - 7PM • LIVE MUSIC • SILENT AUCTION • FOOD & BEVERAGES • RAFFLE • ADVANCE TICKETS $65 | DOOR PRICE $75 For more information or to reserve tickets contact Monica Thompson 916-394-6399 x141 or mthompson@accsv.org
ACC WISH LIST ACC Welcome Center • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Napkins Dixie Paper Cups Powdered Ice Tea Mix Cold Beverage Dispenser (Clear/ Plastic/Acrylic) Coffee Filters Ground Coffee Assorted Candy Mixed Bags Watercolor Paper Watercolor Pencils Indigo Dye Kits Long Rubber Gloves Beads and beading supplies Beading Wires Jewelry Pliers New Yarn Drip Hose
ACC Care Center
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• Drivers and Driver Assistants • Office Assistants • Translator/Interpreter (Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Russian, Mien, Hindi, Farci, or Arabic) • Instructor/Club Leaders • Large Rice Cooker • Office Supplies • New Binders • Garden Hand Tools • Large plastic bins • Photocopy Paper
MP3 players Books on CD BINGO prizes Music CDs (Japanese, Chinese opera, country, oldies) • Gift cards for employee appreciation • 2-Mah jong tables and sets
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Bingo Caller Laundry Carts Personal Shopping Carts Special Events
ACC Campus
• Floor Mount Bicycle Parking Lot Rack Stand
SCSEP • Label maker • Office Supplies
If you would like to make a donation towards our wish list, please contact Monica Thompson at (916) 394-6399 ext. 141
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THANK YOU TO ALL WHO DONATED AND VOLUNTEERED!
“On behalf of the Philippine National Day Association (PNDA), it was an honor for our Board members to participate in ACC’s fashion show and attend their Big Day of Giving Party. Our Board is very familiar with the many things ACC does for the community, and we were happy to support the organization in any way we could. We will continue partnering with them again this summer to provide free resources, including health screenings, to many individuals and families-Chris Mateo. “ Another special guest, Tina Macuha from Good Day Sacramento (pictured above) judged our first ever Beautiful Cake Contest. Home baker Barbara Bisson (who has a cake business) won in her category, with Mirror Flowers. Kristy Heittman receiving an honorable mention for her cake “Beauty and the Beast Enchanted Rose.” Our dessert silent auction was also popular. At the Culinary Center, Debbie Seid and her cheerful volunteers sold arena dogs, cookies, smoothies, iced coffee drinks, spam musubi, sticky rice, chicken salad, trifles, and more! Most of the food sold out! The Big Day funds will be used to support existing community-based programs and expand ACC Rides, the Caregiver Support Program, and no- or low-cost Lifelong Learning classes. While ACC obtains some grants to support these programs, none of the grants fully funds any program. We rely on community support to help fill in the gaps in funding. We will be using these funds in 2017, thanks to all who supported us during the Big Day of Giving event.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!