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SUPPORT MEALS ON WHEELS THIS SUMMER
SUPPORT OUR GO FUND ME CAMPAIGN
Mizell Senior Center provides over 145,000 Meals on Wheels throughout the Coachella Valley every year. Summer is very difficult. With temperatures sometimes reaching 120 degrees, frail, homebound seniors depend on this program in order to eat. During the Summer months, donations for this program are few and far between . . . but, we still are preparing and serving meals for 500 - 600 seniors each day from Palm Springs and Desert Hot Springs to the Salton Sea over 7 delivery routes. Our clients need your help and support. Take a look at the video . . . this is who we serve and who you support with your generous donation. Won't you please help?? We need funding now in order to make sure we can continue serving thousands of meals throughout our long, hot Summer. Please donate today!!
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Coming Soon to Mizell Senior Center
Remember that during the hot Summer months you can come to Mizell and keep COOL in our air conditioned building. Come and enjoy lunch, or one of our many classes while you stay cool and save $$ on your home electric bill. Be sure to join us on Fridays for our new Music Program Ricky Lee and his Clarinet beginning at 10:00AM.
We have some great new classes on tap with our Personal Protection for Seniors Class, FREE Hearing Screenings, informative medical seminars, or you can exercise in our Improve My Balance Class. Be sure to take a look at the schedule of classes and activities and some of the new offerings in this newsletter. Join in and enjoy our Documentary Film Salon, Tai Chi, or play Bingo every Monday. You can also improve your writing skills in our Life Story Writing Class or enjoy Gregory Peck Month with our Weekly film series. Remember, we even have Saturday classes and activities, including our Zumba Gold classes and counseling. We have more great new classes on tap as we enjoy our quieter summer months. Be sure to check out this newsletter for the latest offerings. You can come to Mizell and relax, take an exercise class, or even enjoy a documentary film! We have plenty of new classes and activities as we celebrate the summer months in the desert as well as many of your favorites that are continuing such as Improve My Balance or Fit After Fifty.
When planning activities and fun for the coming months, you will want to keep Mizell Senior Center in mind. So, stop by and check out our new programs and classes for May.
With all we have to offer, we are sure you will find the right program for you. For more information on upcoming Mizell events or programs, call 760-323-5689 or visit our website at www.mizell.org.
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Personal Protection for Seniors at Mizell Senior Center
A Free Seminar on Personal Protection
Join us at Mizell Senior Center on Tuesday, July 18th from 12:30AM
to  2:00PM for a seminar focusing on Personal Protection for Seniors. At this free seminar, practical concepts in personal protection will be discussed and demonstrated. Learn about how walking canes and common household objects can be used to protect yourself and your loved ones - in the home, in your car, and in public settings. You will learn to avoid harm, and, if necessary, respond to and overcome a threat. Our instructor is Andrew Sheldon who has 30 years experience in security and law enforcement and has trained security officers as well as the public. Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. You can register for this class at the front desk or call 760-323-5689 x114. For further information, call Andrew Sheldon at 760-285-5099.
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When Handshakes Hurt - Options for Pain in the Hand & Wrist
A Desert Regional Medical Center Seminar
Join Raman Pooyan, DO, Orthopedic Surgeon for this informative  seminar: When Handshakes Hurt - Options for Pain in the Hand and Wrist on Thursday, July 20th at 1:00PM at Mizell Senior Center. Are your hands holding you back? Up to 27 million Americans suffer from osteoarthritis of the hand or weight-bearing joints. But it's not just arthritis - sports and repetitive activities can also cause hand and wrist pain. Join Dr. Ramin Pooyan for a closer look at hand and wrist pain - and what you can do to relieve it. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers during this presentation. The seminar is free. To reserve your seat, call 800-431-4990 or for additional information.
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Free Hearing Screenings at Mizell
From Hear USA - Next Screening July 20
Mizell Business Partner Hear USA will be providing FREE on-site  hearing screenings every third Thursday of the month for members of Mizell Senior Center. The next screening is scheduled for Thursday, July 20 from 10:00AM to Noon. Hearing screenings take about 7 - 10 minutes per individual. For more information, please visit the Hear USA information table in the Noia Auditorium Lobby on May 18. We look forward to seeing you for your hearing screening. If you would like information on becoming a Mizell Business Partner, contact Jack Newby or Greg Murphy at 760-323-5689. We will be happy to help you promote your business at Mizell Senior Center.
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Life Story Writing at Mizell - Advanced
Become the Author You Have Always Wanted to Be
Someone once said that every man's life is worth a book. Have you  ever thought about writing your life story? Mizell Senior Center has an Advanced Life Story Writing Class on Tuesdays beginning August 1st and continuing through September 5, 2017. The class will meet from 9:00AM to Noon and is open ONLY to those with Life Story writing experience. This six week class will help you continue to develop and discuss our life stories. Remember: If you can talk, you can write. So, gather those old pictures and mementos and get started on your memoir. Let your grandchildren learn how you walked to school in the rain and snow, your first bicycle, catching fireflies in a jar, and playing kick the can. The class is taught by Marge Zapala. Class size is limited to 10 for more individualized instruction. Cost for the class is $35.00 for members and $55.00 for non-members. Be sure to bring a pen and a notebook to the class. For information, call 760-323-5689 x107.
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Demystifying Menopause: How to Beat Mother Nature at Her Own Game
A Live Healthy Seminar
Join Andrea C. Randall Shih, MD Board Certified in Gynecology
for  this informative seminar: Demystifying Menopause: How to Beat Mother Nature at Her Own Game on Thursday, July 27th at 12:30PM at Mizell Senior Center. Dr. Randall Shih will engage in a frank discussion about hormones, mammograms, urination and gravity. This lecture will be an open discussion for women. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers during this presentation. The seminar is free. To reserve your seat, call 760-423-4855 or for additional information.
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Mizell Documentary Film Salon Presents
Art of the Western World - In Our Time
The Mizell Senior Center Documentary Film Salon is presenting 
the final installment of Michael Wood's Art of the Western World -Into the 20th Century on Wednesday, July 12th at 12:30PM at Mizell. The center of the art world moved to New York, home to abstract expressionism. Artists reacted to postwar society with a bewildering array of styles, and postmodernism mined the past for ideas. This episode features Jackson Pollock, Jasper Johns, Rauschenber, and Warhol. This series is one of the finest treatments of Western Art and Art History that is available in multimedia with Michael Woods as host and guide. It is a series that appeals to both experienced art historians, and persons who want an introduction to art history. Bernard "Butch" Epps, MFA will facilitate a guided discussion after the screening. For more information, contact Mizell Senior Center at 760-323-5689 or email: butchepps@ymail.com. Cost is $5.00 for Mizell Members and $6.50 for Non-Members. Tickets are available at the Mizell Ticket Window. For information, call 760-323-5689 or email: butchepps@ymail.com.
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Jazz/Jam Session on Wednesdays at Mizell
Enjoy the Music Every Wednesday Morning Beginning at 10:00AM
Do you enjoy listening to some of the classic Jazz and Dance Music  from the Golden Age of Music? Are you a retired musician, but still like to play your instrument, but don't know where to go? Whether you are a listener or player, the Jazz/Jam Session at Mizell Senior is the place to be. Join Dick Broadie and Friends to listen or play every Wednesday morning starting at 10:00AM. If you play, don't worry if you are a bit "rusty". This is a great place to meet new friends and play your favorite instrument and enjoy the music. Do you like dancing? This is also the place for you. So, come on down and listen, dance or Jam with the Jazz/Jam session at Mizell . . . you will be glad you did. Cost is FREE for Mizell Members and $5.00 for guests.
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Mizell Lunch Club
July Lunch Club is at Elmer's Restaurant in Palm Springs
The popular Mizell Lunch Club's next meeting is on Wednesday, July  26 at 11:30AM at the Palm Springs favorite: Elmer's Restaurant located at 1030 E. Palm Canyon Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. The Mizell Lunch Club visits a new restaurant every month. Mizell members, visitors, volunteers, and family members are all welcome to attend. this is a great way to try a new restaurant and meet new friends. Please call the Mizell Ticket Window at 760-323-5689 x107 to reserve your spot. We will need your reservation by July 25th. Each person is responsible for paying their own bill and gratuity. Watch this space for a new restaurant each month. Let's Do Lunch!!
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Shop at Aunt Betty's Attic at Mizell Senior Center
We Need Your Donations for Summer Wear
Help Support Meals on Wheels
Aunt Betty's Attic is truly the Best Little Thrift Store in the Valley and  we need your donations of Summer wear for the upcoming Summer season. We are also looking for housewares, books, newer electronics, kitchen gadgets, and Vintage/Collectibles. You can drop-off your donations at the Mizell front desk. We will also help you unload your car. We will even go to your home to pick up larger items or large quantities of items. To make a donation, call our store manager, Sandy Milder at 760-323-5689 x111.
Located within the Mizell Senior Center building, the store features some of the best deals you will find in any other thrift store. Aunt Betty's is open Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 4:00PM. We also have donations of high-end designer clothing such as Brooks Brothers, Gucci, Michael Kors, Liz Claiborne, and Chico's just to name a few. We also feature household items, artwork, glassware, small appliances . . . and so much more. You will have to stop by regularly because we are always featuring new stock and items sell fast. We also accept donations. All proceeds from sales at Aunt Betty's Attic support our Valley-wide Meals on Wheels program and other programs and services at Mizell Senior Center.
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Have you tried lunch at Mizell's Cafe 480? You can now enjoy our  improved menu freshly cooked each day at Mizell. Our Program through the Riverside County Office on Aging is for those ages 60 and above. You only need to complete a simple enrollment form. Rather than charging $5.00 for lunch we are suggesting a donation of $3.00. Your donation will help ensure continued High Quality Lunches and service to more people. You can still enjoy the best lunch deal in the area and then participate in one of our many programs.
Lunch is $5.00 for those under age 60 or those not wishing to fill out the required information form. Here is the menu for next week:
Monday: Beef Lasagna, Green Salad w/Italian Dressing, Garlic Bread, Dessert
Tuesday:
Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole, Carrots, Wheat Roll, Dessert
Wednesday:
Hamburger, lettuce & Tomato, Tater Tots, Coleslaw, Dessert
Thursday:
Herb Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Mixed Vegetables, Wheat Roll, Dessert
Friday:
Turkey Sandwich, Wheat Bread, Lettuce & Tomato, Pickled Beets, Dessert
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unch is served from 11:15AM to 12:15PM. Let your friends know, and after lunch, check out some of our new and exciting programs. Every lunch comes with a beverage and dessert. You can obtain your lunch tickets in Cafe 480 after 11:00AM.
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Mizell Movie of the Week - Free for Everyone
July is Gregory Peck Month
July Movies will continue Gregory Peck Month with Designing Woman this week.
Stay Tuned for some classic Gregory Peck films as we enjoy the month of July. Our movie of the week series has become an all time favorite for members. So be sure to relax and enjoy a movie and while taking in a movie.
Mizell Senior Center is seeking a sponsor for our Movie of the Week. This is a great opportunity to help market your business. Contact Jack Newby at 760-323-568
9 x118 for details.
Movie of the Week is every Thursday
at 10:00AM. The Movies are free and so is the popcorn!! Come on down and enjoy a movie...and have a delicious lunch afterwards. This is a great way to catch-up on some classic movies and enjoy meeting new friends at Mizell.
July 20 Designing Woman (1957)
Sports writer Mike and fashion designer Marilla meet while traveling, fall in love and quickly get married. But the honeymoon comes to an abrupt end when they return to New York and must contend with the fact that they're practically strangers. Having to deal with exes and angry mobsters only complicates things further. This nuanced comedy, directed by Vincente Minelli, earned an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.
Starring:
Gregory Peck ~ Lauren Bacall
July 27 To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)
Southern comforts abound in this big-screen adaptation of Harper Lee's novel as lawyer Atticus Finch defends an innocent black man against rape charges but ends up in a maelstrom of hate and prejudice. Meanwhile, with help from a friend Finch's children, Jem and Scout, set their sights on making contact with a reclusive neighbor. Starring: Gregory Peck ~ Mary Badham ~ Phillip Alford
Be sure to stop by for a movie, catch up on the films of this nostalgic time and enjoy
fun movies and meet fellow movie buffs. For information, call Mizell at 760-323-5689.
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Widows or Widowers
Join In With This Active Social Club
Widows and Widowers meets every Monday at Mizell Senior Center
at  10:00AM. This active Social Club is for individuals who are ready to begin exploring new opportunities in life. In addition to the weekly meetings at Mizell, the group often meets for lunch, pot-lucks and outings to remain active and social. There are also two happy hour mixers each month on the second and fourth Wednesday at various locations. Non-alcoholic drinks are always available at the mixers. The July meetings will continue with:
July 17
: Women Built This Town - Renee Brown, Palm Springs Historical Society
July 24: My Roller Coaster Life - Shelley Somerville, BSChE, MPsy, MThe, MBA
July 31: What It Means to Grieve - LCSW, Mgr. Patient Services, Family Hospice
Be sure you check-out what this club has to offer and maybe make some new friends along the way.
Everyone who is interested is welcome to attend the Monday meetings. You are invited to attend the group three times at no cost.
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Mizell Documentary Film Salon - August 9
Picasso & Braque Go To The Movies
The Mizell Senior Center Documentary Film Salon has a real treat in  store for August. We will be presenting
Picasso and Braque Go To the Movies on Wednesday, August 9th at 12:30PM at Mizell. Picasso and Braque Go To the Movies looks at the collision between film and art at the turn of the 20th Century and helps us to realize cinema's continuing influence on the art of our time. With narration by Martin Scorsese and interviews with art scholars and artists including Chuck Close, Julian Schnabel and Eric Fischl. You won't want to miss this unique film. Bernard "Butch" Epps, MFA will facilitate a guided discussion after the screening. For more information, contact Mizell Senior Center at 760-323-5689 or email: butchepps@ymail.com. Cost is $5.00 for Mizell Members and $6.50 for Non-Members. Tickets are available at the Mizell Ticket Window. For information, call 760-323-5689 or email: butchepps@ymail.com.
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Improve My Balance - New Classes & Schedule
Keep Up Your Exercise and Help Prevent a Devastating Fall
Check out the new class schedule for Improve My Balance. During  the Summer months, the Wednesday class will be combined with our Tuesday afternoon exercise class for a Tuesday afternoon Improve My Balance class. Do you find it difficult to stand for a long period of time? Is your
balance less than it used to be? Do you tire easily by performing a simple task? Then join us for our one hour intensive balance and coordination class taught by Dr. Marc Eisman, D.C. and Stephen Matthews, D.C. This class uses specialized equipment and methods based on evidence based programs that are globally recognized. Improve My Balance Classes meet Wednesday and Friday mornings from 10:00AM to 10:45AM and Tuesday afternoons from 4:00PM to 4:45PM . The Improve My Balance Classes are a part of our comprehensive exercise and overall Fall Prevention programming. Cost for the classes are 10 sessions for $40 for Members and $60 for non-members. After 10 sessions, two are free. Drop-ins are welcome: $4.00 for Members and $6.00 for Non-members.. Be prepared to have fun, be challenged and Improve Your Balance. A devastating fall could rob you of your retirement years and your independence. Learn how to remain active and independent. For information visit www.mizell.org or call 760-323-5689.
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Tai Chi for Health
Ongoing Classes at Mizell Senior Center
Mizell Senior Center has regular Tai Chi classes led by Tai Chi Master,
 Neal Arida, who teaches the Yang Family Long For 108 along with Qigong Organ Exercises. You can learn and practice these ancient Chinese arts of health restoration and self defense, by combining breath control with rhythmic, slow-moving choreographed body movements. We offer two levels of classes:
Beginning Tai Chi on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00PM. This class begins with learning standing postures, breath control and body movement. Exercises will be tailored to your abilities and limitations.
Intermediate/Advanced Tai Chi offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:00PM moves to the next level where you learn to enhance vitality, improve overall health,reverse aging, clear your mind and lift your spirits through Qigong. Health benefits of Tai Chi include improved balance, improved circulation, the lowering of blood pressure, increased flexibility, better balance and enhanced breathing. Classes are $35/month for members and $65/month for non-members. Drop-in rates are $10.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members. For more information, visit our website at mizell.org or call 760-323-5689 x107.
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Ricky Lee & His Clarinet
A New Summer Music Program at Mizell
Mizell is introducing a new Summer Music Program - Ricky Lee and
 His Clarinet on
Friday's from 10:00AM to 11:30AM. You are invited to come and enjoy the fine sound of Ricky playing a variety of old popular songs with a New Orleans flavor. Ricky has been playing the clarinet for over 50 years and is well known around town and surrounding cities. He has played various gig's for many years and studied his clarinet after the late great Pete Fountain. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Ricky's unique artistic style. This program is FREE to Mizell Members.
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Mizell Senior Center Calendar ~ Check for Updates
New Classes and Activities to Keep You Active and Healthy
Summer is here and we have some great activities and programs to keep you busy during these hot summer months. Best of all, you can stay COOL in our air conditioned building while enjoying a favorite class, a movie, or an informative medical seminar. We have a lot in store for you in new classes and activities that will keep you out of the house and busy during these hot days.
We have a calendar of upcoming courses and classes that can help you live life to the fullest, meet new friends and do those things you "have always wanted to do." With the warmer months now upon us, you can keep active and involved at Mizell and get the latest medical updates, take in a film in our Documentary Film Series or enjoy our music program. You can learn Yoga, take a writing class, or even learn Tai Chi. C
heck out our calendar and you are sure to find something that interests you.You can also participate in one of our 22 weekly exercise classes, or enjoy playing Bingo on Monday. Our classes, delicious lunches, and exercise programs are a great way to learn new things, stay active and have fun. When you finish your class or activity at Mizell, you can shop at Aunt Betty's and find a good bargain. Take advantage of our member discounts whenever you sign up for one of our classes - it is a big discount and adds value to your membership. Take a look at our monthly calendar and you are sure to find something to keep you active, or just have fun.
Our exercise classes include, Tai Chi Classes, Zumba Gold, Fit After 50, Chair Yoga, and a whole lot more!! Mizell is THE place to stay active all year around. Our schedule of classes and activities are always being updated, so be sure to keep an eye out for your favorite program. Also, you can meet friends for lunch, take part in classes and have fun to boot!! Stop by Mizell and see what we have to offer. You are sure to find something that interests you. Check out our calendar for blood pressure checks, vision testing, hearing testing and more. We can't possibly include everything that is happening at Mizell in our Newsletter. For an update on current happenings, just "click" on the calendar above. The calendar is in the left side of our web page. You can find out detailed information on each event and class offering for the day or upcoming month. For questions on specific programs, you can call at 760-323-5689. We hope to see you soon!!
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A Message From Our Executive Director
 We are already half-way through July . . . it seems that our hot summer is moving fast. Be sure to enjoy some of our classes and activities and stay COOL at Mizell instead of staying home and using your own air conditioning. You can save money and have fun by coming to Mizell during these hot days. If you are doing Summer Cleaning and looking to clean your closet or garage, be sure to bring your donations to Aunt Betty's Attic. It is an easy way to support our Meals on Wheels Program and another way to help out Mizell. We can keep you busy with our always changing calendar of classes and activities. You can keep active in our ongoing Improve My Balance Classes, take our Life Story Writing Class, or learn Tai Chi. You can stay COOL, while you listen to some music, take in a documentary film or take a Yoga class. Check out our lunch menu or attend the Widows or Widowers social club on Monday. If you enjoy film, we have a weekly film series complete with popcorn. Be sure to look out for some informative upcoming medical seminars from Desert Regional Medical Center and Eisenhower Medical Center. You will want to include us in your plans for the coming months with new Tai Chi Classes or
, you can try your luck and have fun in our Monday Bingo Games with cash prizes, lot's of fun and gifts . . . which is a great way to enjoy an afternoon and meet new friends. There are fun Zumba and Improve My Balance classes to keep you active along with Yoga and Tai Chi. Then you can relax and take time out for lunch in our Cafe 480. Take a look at our website calendar for the latest information at www.mizell.org.
We also feature regular blood pressure checks for your health and wellness.
We have updated program guides and flyers for our programs on site that explain how you can participate.
We hope you
enjoy all the programs and services
we have to offer and give them a try. You will find that Mizell is indeed the "Center for Active Adults." Spend some time with us and stay tuned for more exciting classes and programs coming up as we enjoy our special Summer vibe that only we locals know.
For more information about Mizell Senior Center programs and services, our website is
www.Mizell.org
. Enjoy your week.
Ginny Foat
Executive Director
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| Mizell Wish List Mizell Senior Center has a few items on our "Wish List." If you or someone you know can donate any of these items, contact Jack Newby at 760-323-5689 x118. Thank You!! Hybrid Meals on Wheels Vehicle New Lobby Furniture Patio Furniture New or Slightly Used Office Furniture Dining Room and Meeting Room Chairs Conference Room Table and Chairs Office Reception Chairs Necessities for Meals On Wheels Clients For Detailed Information on the Wish List Click Here |
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