AGOURA HILLS

Department of Community Services Senior Recreation Program

At 30610 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Agoura Hills. 818-597-7361. Senior Recreation Program, $12 per year, allows seniors 50 and up to enroll in classes, activities, special events and excursions.

Water aerobics: 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Archstone Apartments. A light, non-stressful exercise class for those 50 and over of all fitness levels. $45 per four-week session (eight classes).

P.A.C.E. (People with Arthritis Can Exercise): 10 to 11 a.m. Thursdays. For adults 50 and older with rheumatic disease and related problems. Sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation.

Stretch & Walk: 7 to 8 a.m. Wednesdays. Geared to adults 50 and older who are interested in exercising, meeting new people and socializing. Led by Dr. Michelle Labrum. Free to Senior Center members.

Duplicate bridge: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays and Fridays. Geared toward intermediate players. Seniors must bring a partner and be able to stay until 3 p.m.

Current events discussion group: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays. Informal, in-depth discussion of current events affecting seniors. Program led by Paul Johnson uses videos, newspapers and handouts as resources. Free to Senior Recreation Program registrants.

Gentle yoga: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Fee for a 10-week course is $21 for once a week, $35 twice a week, $45 three times a week.

Knitting and crocheting group: 11 a.m. to noon Thursdays.

Music Makers senior band: Noon Fridays. Music Makers is a four-piece combo band that performs at Senior Program functions, travels to retirement homes and has a variety of other activities. Information: Ted Weise, 818-889-8381.

Razzmatappers — performing tap dance group: 10 to 11 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, California Dance Theater, 5863 Kanan Road. Looking for women 50 and older who can tap at intermediate level. Rehearsals work on technique and learning new routines. Group performs at local venues. $35 per month pays for rehearsal time and costumes. 381-9080.

Jazzercise: 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Class designed for all fitness levels. $22 per four-week session, payable to instructor.

Senior Advisory Committee: 10 a.m. first Tuesday. Seniors 50 and older get involved with the Senior Recreation Program, assist with program development and city-sponsored special events, and discuss issues that affect local seniors.

Bingo: 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays and 1 p.m. Saturdays.

Agoura Hills/Calabasas Community Center

Information, registration: 818-880-2993; www.ahccc.org. At 27040 Malibu Hills Road, Calabasas Hills.

MOORPARK

Moorpark Active Adult Center

In the Moorpark Civic Center, 799 Moorpark Ave., Moorpark. Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Call 517-6261 for information, appointments and registration.

Lunch served Mondays through Fridays. Call three days ahead for reservations.

Senior Games registration: Registration forms for Moorpark's Senior Games VIII are being accepted through Sept. 7. The games offer competition for those 55 and older, and will run from Sept. 19 through Oct. 19. Events include bocce ball, bowling, darts, golf, horseshoes, over-the-line softball, poker walk, bingo, bunco, bridge and duplicate bridge, mah-jongg, pinochle, poker and table tennis. For a registration packet, call 517-6261.

Homeowner and renter assistance: Tuesdays through Oct. 9, by appointment. Trained volunteers assist qualified individuals 62 and older in getting their yearly rebate on property tax payments.

Strategies for Life Transitions: 10 a.m. Aug. 1. Therapists Dianne Meyer-Sasada and Michele Berry present a talk on life changes, life planning, and coping with change-related issues. Call the center to sign up.

Low-cost auto insurance seminar: 11 a.m. Aug. 6. Call the center to sign up.

County fair trip: 9:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Aug. 7. Senior Day at the Ventura County Fair, with free admission for seniors 62 and older. Bus will leave from and return to the Adult Center. $10, includes tip.

Maritime Museum day trip: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 17. Reservations and payment due by 4 p.m. Aug. 6. Docent-led museum tour, lunch, and two-hour narrated tour of Channel Islands Harbor.

Life-saving tips on acupuncture: 10:30 a.m. Aug. 13. Dr. George Shen will give this free presentation. Call the center to sign up.

Optimism 101: 1 p.m. first and third Wednesdays. Retired social worker and teacher Miriam Bethancourt will focus on feeling more upbeat using projects, games and just joking around. Call the center to sign up.

Poetry class: 10 a.m. to noon second and fourth Tuesdays. Retired English teacher David Wetterberg will lead in reading and writing poetry, with a goal of creating a printed collection of poems by class participants. Call the center to sign up.

Canasta group: 1 p.m. Mondays. Call the center to sign up.

Tai chi: 8:15 to 9 a.m. Mondays. Everyone is welcome to these free classes.

Scrabble group: 1 p.m. Thursdays.

Square dance class: 1 p.m. second and fourth Fridays. Partners are needed. Call the center to reserve a spot.

Pinochle group: 12:45 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Beginners welcome.

Blood pressure testing: fourth Tuesday, by appointment.

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program: Third Wednesday. A trained HICAP volunteer answers questions about health insurance coverage, HMOs, health plans, billing disputes and health insurance rights. Call center for appointment.

Writing for Pleasure: 10 a.m. to noon Thursdays.

Strength training and aerobics classes: Beginners 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; intermediate 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Call center to sign up.

Exercise classes: chair, dance and weight training/aerobic exercise, P.A.C.E. (People with Arthritis Can Exercise), walking group and tai chi. Call center for schedules.

Bingo: 1 p.m. Thursdays. Free refreshments. $7 for 10 games.

OAK PARK

Oak Park community center

At 1000 N. Kanan Road, Oak Park. 818-865-9304.

Classes: A variety of classes including creative writing, balance training for seniors, mah-jongg, book discussion group, and seniors against investment fraud.

SIMI VALLEY

Simi Valley Senior Center

At 3900 Avenida Simi, Simi Valley. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Call 583-6363 to inquire about services and special events.

Senior nutrition program: noon Mondays through Fridays. Call 583-6365 for reservations.

Second annual Community Games: Opening ceremonies to take place Sept. 12. Events include ping-pong, shuffleboard, horseshoes, billiards, poker, bunco, golf, basketball skills, bingo and paddle tennis. Registration is free; applications are available at the center's west reception desk. Information: 583-6059.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute: Eight-week course sessions at the center for those 50 and over. University-level courses taught by professional experts in their fields, but no tests, grades or college credit. The fee per class is $65. For registration, call 437-2748.

Classical Mythology: 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 22 through Oct. 10.

Nonviolence and Social Conflict: 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 23 through Oct. 11.

Homeowner and renter assistance: Wednesdays through Aug. 29, by appointment. AARP volunteers assist qualified individuals 62 and older in getting a rebate on property tax payments.

COA Friday night dance: 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday with the Rhythm Kings. Admission is $6 and refreshments are served. Doors open at 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Council on Aging.

Vascular and carotid artery screenings: Aug. 24, by appointment.

Memory loss counseling: 9 a.m. to noon last Tuesday of the month. The Alzheimer's Association offers free counseling for anyone with questions about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, senility and memory loss — including spouses, children, caregivers, friends and neighbors.

Hearing Loss Association support group: 2 to 4:30 p.m. second Tuesday. Discuss topics, and recommendations for future programs and speakers. For information, e-mail arniejo1@sbcglobal.net.

Fibromyalgia support group: 3 to 5 p.m. second Thursday. For people with fibromyalgia and other arthritis problems. Sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation. Information: Ella Cranny at 306-1970.

Sit 'n' Click: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Fridays. Practice your computer skills in a high-tech environment. A knowledgeable volunteer is there to help.

Stretch 'n' Walk: 10 to 11 a.m. Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and Fridays. An easy to moderate exercise class.

Senior fitness: 9 to 10:15 a.m. Thursdays, 8:30 to 10 a.m. Fridays. A more active workout.

Aerobics classes: 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $20 per semester or $3 per class.

P.A.C.E.: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Exercise for people with arthritis.

Tai chi: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays.

Movies in the lounge: 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Genealogy group: 1 to 3 p.m. second and fourth Mondays. The group discusses and shares resources on ways to trace family lineage.

Simi Scribblers: 10 a.m. to noon Wednesdays. For seniors interested in writing life stories, poetry or fiction.

Stamp Club: 1 to 3 p.m. third Monday.

Chess group: 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays. Novices to experts are welcome; lessons are provided.

Mah-jongg: 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Mondays and noon to 4 p.m. Fridays.

Quilting club: 2 to 5 p.m. Mondays.

Sew 'n' Chat crochet group: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays. Bring mending, knitting, sewing or any handiwork.

Women's discussion group: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Group discusses issues such as aging, relationships, changing roles, positive thinking and good health.

Duplicate bridge: 1 to 4:45 p.m. Wednesdays and 7 to 10:30 p.m. Fridays. Information: Connie Locke, 526-9313 or Lee Linder, 527-6447.

Summer programs for those 50 and older

Registration is under way for a variety of one-day workshops, multiweek classes, clubs, and sports and exercise activities for people 50 and older. Cosponsored by the city of Simi Valley's Council on Aging and the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District, most activities take place at the Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. Most classes have a registration fee. For information or to register, call Sue McElvogue, Karen Kalsman or Stan Kalsman at 583-6059, or register online at www.rsrpd.org.

Simi Valley Excursions

Call for information: 583-6059.

Ventura County Fair: Aug. 7. $10.

Buffalo Bill's Hotel and Casino: Aug. 20-22. $65.

Riverside Resort Hotel and Casino: Sept. 17-19. $92.

Big Sur, Monterey and San Francisco: Sept. 23-27. $789.

Santa Anita Racetrack: Oct. 11. $48.

Barona Casino: Oct. 18. $20.

Griffith Park Observatory: Nov. 9. $20.

Baja Mexico cruise: San Diego, Catalina and Ensenada. Dec. 3-7. $339.

Books on Wheels

A Senior Outreach program sponsored by Simi Valley Friends of the Library. This program provides delivery and pickup of library materials, as well as volunteer readers, for seniors with health or transportation limitations. Call 583-5043 for information.

THOUSAND OAKS

Goebel Senior Adult Center

At 1385 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks. Open from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays, noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays; closed Sundays. 381-2744.

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program provides free counseling to seniors and/or their families to interpret Medicare and supplemental health insurance forms. Appointments are available from 9 to 11 a.m. first and third Thursdays. Appointments: 381-2742.

Homeowner and renter assistance: 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays through Aug. 30. Trained RSVP volunteers assist qualified individuals 62 and over in getting their yearly rebate on property tax payments. Drop-in only, no appointments.

Genealogy group: 2 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

Horseshoes: 9:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Thursdays. Also available on other days during regular center hours.

Softball: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, Thousand Oaks Community Center, 2525 N. Moorpark Road. For ages 50 and older.

Bingo: 1 to 3:15 p.m. Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Free blood pressure testing: 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays.

Diabetes support group: 1 to 2 p.m. third Tuesday.

Braille Institute Community Outreach program: 10 a.m. to noon Fridays. For all ages. Mobility training, independent living skills, community speakers, outings, socialization and crafts. Free classes in cooking, reading, sewing and art for those with low vision. Information: Mary Camarillo, 983-3324.

Braille Institute low-vision evaluation: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. third Friday. 682-6222.

Widows/widowers support groups: Three separate groups meet on Tuesdays: 11 a.m. for newly bereaved; 1 and 2:30 p.m. groups are for those who are ready to begin new lives as single people. Before attending group, call Marge Lewi-Rucker at Hospice, 495-2145. Group meets third Tuesday at a local restaurant for lunch.

Alzheimer's caregivers support group: 9:30 a.m. to noon first and third Fridays. Offered for family members and/or caregivers of those afflicted with Alzheimer's. 498-1988.

Grief support group: 9:30 to 11 a.m. second Monday. Specific to caregivers who have lost a loved one to Alzheimer's or other dementia disorders.

Arthritis support group: 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. second Saturday. Information: Joyce Lieberman at 493-5233.

Senior Concerns Advocates: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Assistance dealing with housing, healthcare, insurance guidelines, benefit information, residential care, emergency assistance, utility discounts and adult protective services. Appointments: 495-6250.

Senior nutrition program: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. For ages 60 and up. Suggested donation $2.25. Reservations: 381-2746.

Computer classes: Hands-on computer use for beginners. Call 381-2744 for dates and times. $5 for two 90-minute sessions.

Stamp collecting club: 7 to 8:30 p.m. first and third Thursdays.

SHOP AHOY

Shop Ahoy is a nonprofit service that provides weekly shopping and delivery of groceries and medications to elderly and/or disabled homebound Ventura County residents. Orders are taken on Monday for delivery on Tuesday. A delivery charge is added to the cost of groceries: $3 for orders up to $20 and $1 more for each additional $10. To enroll, call Elderpride Inc. at 659-1530.