SeniorNet Learning Center of Almaden is offering more than a dozen different computer and software application courses this Summer.
SeniorNet is a national non-profit membership organization dedicated to building a community of computer-using seniors (ages 50 and over).
Courses range from an introduction to computers (no computer knowledge required) to intermediate and advanced courses in various software applications.
A sampling of the courses available this Summer include Windows operating systems, search engines, word processing, spreadsheets, photo editing, photo albums, and digital music.
Most of the courses are one day a week for two hours, and last from four to eight weeks. All classes are held at the Almaden Community Center.
The price for an annual membership to SeniorNet is $40. The annual renewal fee for existing members is $30. Individual courses range from $10 to $20 each.
Registration for Summer 2010 is at the Almaden Community Center on Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 11:30am.
See the Summer 2010 brochure and registration form for further details on the courses being offered by SeniorNet Learning Center of Almaden.
Photo by Per Mosseby
Join us for white glove, silver service High Tea at The Almaden Empress. Listen to the pleasing sounds of chamber music while enjoying a dazzling array of finger sandwiches, fresh seasonal fruit, scones with a selection of preserves, pastries, cakes, tarts, delicious teas, and much more.
You are welcome to dress for the occasion. Ladies, wear one of your hats. Gentlemen, bow ties optional. This event is for adults ages 50 and older, and is brought to you by the Almaden Senior Program.
Tickets go on sale Friday, April 2, 2010 at 10am inside the Almaden Community Center near the sports and fitness desk. $10 for members and $15 for non-members.
The event is at at the Almaden Community Center, Community Room on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 2pm. We hope to see you!
Photograph by George McFinnigan
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration for seniors. Delicious lunch of corned beef & cabbage, potatoes, carrots, coffee and dessert. Entertainment will include lively Irish dancers and an Irish sing-along. Presented by Councilmember Nancy Pyle and the Almaden Senior Nutrition program. At the Almaden Community Center on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 12pm.
Tickets can be purchased on Friday, March 5, 2010 at 10am near the sports and fitness desk inside the Almaden Community Center. Tickets are $8 for members and $12 for non-members. Tickets are limited to two per person. More: http://bit.ly/buTmi8.
Almaden Senior Association Lunch Group is celebrating Chinese New Year at Taste of China. A pre-selected menu of soups, appetizers, entrees, and dessert will be served. $15 per person. Thurs, 2/11/2010, 11:30am. http://bit.ly/5uEtZi.
Almaden Senior Program is holding a Senior Health Issues course at Almaden Community Center. This is a six-week crash course in modern medicine and medical practices designed specifically for seniors. Every Wednesday, 1/20/2010 – 2/24/2010, at 9:30 AM. Details: http://bit.ly/5uEtZi.
Almaden Senior Program has a number of domestic and international trips planned for 2010, including Costa Rica, Great Smokies & Kentucky, Switzerland, and Mexico: More: http://bit.ly/5qmXtK
Basic Computer & Internet Class at Almaden Library. Search the web and navigate websites. 1/30/2010, 10-11 AM. More: http://bit.ly/4ALHDm
Almaden Senior Association meeting at Almaden Community Center in Room 4. Wednesday, 1/6/2010 9:45 AM. More: http://bit.ly/5uEtZi
AARP Driver Safety Program at Almaden Community Center, Monday 1/11/2010 and Thursday 1/14/2010, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. http://bit.ly/5uEtZi
SeniorNet Learning Center of Almaden. Registration on 1/9/2010 at 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. at Almaden Community Center. http://bit.ly/8sNMDe