Talk to Erika to find out everything about the Fullerton Community Center

People of all ages can find something fun to participate in at the Fullerton Community Center, 340 W Commonwealth Avenue. FAST has a pool offering adult lap-times and swimming lessons,  the Boys and Girls Club and the Senior Center are both located in the building, and many activities and classes take place there for toddlers through seniors. You can also rent space for your special occasion. Call the center at 714-738-6575. or visit the Fullerton Community Center website for details. Or just pop in for a visit. There is a large parking lot in the back.

Meanwhile see below for a few free things that were happening last Monday morning. For more complete information on all the offerings (both free and those requiring a fee) visit the catalog website at (https://secure.rec1.com/CA/city-of-fullerton-parks-and-recreation/catalog). And click on the age group and/or activity of interest.

FREE/REDUCED FEE TAXI PROGRAM for residents over 60: Visit Erika or one of her partners at the Community Center front desk and ask for the Taxi Application. It is one-page and easy to fill out on the spot. Erika says it takes about a week to be approved at which time you receive an ID number so you can call and have a taxi take you to and from the Fullerton Community Center or doctor appointments at no charge. You can also go on rides to other locations in town for a reduced rate of $1 to $3. The program is paid for through Measure M funds.

QUILT-MAKING FOR HOSPICE: A group of ladies cutting and sewing quilts were in a room with wide tables. Some were measuring and cutting the batting material and backing into 3 x 4 foot rectangles and trimming colorful scrap material into squares while others did the hand and machine sewing. There was a stack of beautifully finished quilts. Incredibly the group produces about 60 quilts per quarter which are then donated to hospice groups to comfort those nearing the end of their lives.

FREE SENIOR FITNESS CLASSES: Above and below the large Ballroom and the Gym featured fitness and balance classes especially for seniors.

Fitness Instructor Janine Wotring with weight cart in the gym.

SENIOR CLUB OF FULLERTON: The membership desk is covered by Boardmember Phyliss Levi, the Social Committee Chairperson who can answer all questions about the Club. The annual fee to join is only $15/year.

Talk with Phyliss Levin at the Senior Club Membership Desk about events, classes and more.

SENIOR CLUB TUESDAY EVENING DANCES:
6pm to 8pm – $2
October 7, 14, 21, & 28 (Halloween Dance) & November 4,18 (Veteran’s Day Dance), 25; December 2, & 9 (Holiday Party)

FREE NORTH ORANGE CONTINUING EDUCATION classes are offered at the Community Center: including:

•SENIOR CHORUS on Wednesdays from 10am to 11:50am. Under direction of instructor Gregory Ozmennt. The course is free but registration is required. Learn more by calling 714-808-4909 or visiting https://noce.edu/programs/older-adults/ and asking to register for Class CRN#: 52916

•BOOKS COME ALIVE, an adventurous exploration of literature, every Monday 12-noon to 2pm. CRN# 52310

•MOVIE TALK: Clips from famous films will be shown and discussion about the history of movies will be led by instructor Lauren Lange-Goldstein. Free to anyone 18 and over but registration is required. Call 714-808-4679 or visit noce.edu/registration-info

•MOBILE INFO LITERACY: Thursdays, 9am to 10:50am. Learn the essentials of using your iPhone or Android, making calls, texts, adjusting settings, use apps, take photos, etc.

MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS
•1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month 12:30pm to 3pm
A fun easy-to-learn twist on traditional dominos.
Funded through a California Dept of Aging grant.

KOREAN DRUMMING; ($3)
Tuesdays 11:30am to 1pm

KOREAN DANCING; ($3 beginners)
•Tuesdays 1:30pm to 2:45pm
•Tuesdays 3pm to 4:45pm & Thursdays 1:30pm to 2:45pm ($3 advanced) Call 714-738-6575 for more information
Funded through a California Dept of Aging grant.

SENIOR GROCERY DISTRIBUTION DATES
•1st – 2nd & 3rd Thursdays 10:30am to 1-noon
October 2, 9, 16; November 6,13, 20; December 4, 11, 18
Bring bags or carts. No registration or income requirements.
Funded through a California Dept of Aging grant.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS:
•Wed, Oct 8, 10am-11am: DRIVING & MEMORY CARE
Valuable insights, resources, and tips on driving, memory strategies, and having difficult conversations for individuals concerned about memory changes, family members, and caregivers..
Provided by Alzheimers OC. RSVP to 714-738-3653

•Wed Oct 8th, 11am to 1pm.: FREE MEMORY SCREENING by Appointment Find out if it’s forgetfulness or something more. Provided by Alzheimers OC. Call 714-738-6575 to sign up.

FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION Be sure to check out the catalog and Click on the age group and/or activity of interest at this link:  (https://secure.rec1.com/CA/city-of-fullerton-parks-and-recreation/catalog).