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Meet Julie Iantorno
Newest DMCC Board Member
Julie is a Southern California native who grew up in Los Angeles, received her B.A. degree from UCLA and elementary teaching credential from University of Arizona. Julie and her husband Pat have resided in north coastal San Diego County since 1975. They have been Del Mar residents since 2005. During the years that Julie stayed home raising her three children, she volunteered her time working with the Rancho Santa Fe School PTO, fundraising for the RSF Foundation and Torrey Pines High School Foundation. She has served as chair- person for the Del Mar Country Club Women's Golf Association, TPHS Foundation Gala and UCSD Golf Fore Arthritis tournament. Julie began her involvement with DMCC working on the 10-10-10 Fundraiser and is happy to now be focusing her time and energy serving as a board member helping seniors in the Del Mar community that she loves.
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 Ongoing Activities
Unless noted otherwise, call DMCC at 858-792-7565 for more information on any of the following activities. Donations are always welcome.
Mondays
Computer Tutoring for Seniors
9 -11:30 a.m.
Free! Whether you are new to computing or just want to brush up on your skills, please drop by! In Partnership with Casa di Amistad and the Solana Beach Senior Center, DMCC offers computer tutoring plus use of Web Adapt technology for those with vision challenges. 120 Stevens Ave., SB, Computer Lab, Room 108.
Tai Chi by the Sea
10 - 11 a.m.
Improve your physical and mental balance, coordination and fitness next to the soothing ocean waves. Powerhouse Community Center. Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee.
Warm Water Aerobics Class
12 Noon to 1 p.m. Noonan Family Swim School, Jimmy Durante Blvd. Fee: $6/class or $30 for 6 classes. Register in class.
Active Older Adult Fitness Classes
T/Th - 8, 9 or 10 a.m. (10 am class is Low Impact Chair Fitness)
Sessions held at the Powerhouse Community Center. Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee.
Medicare Counseling Clinic
9 - Noon on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the Month
Personal appointments with a HICAP* counselor to discuss Medicare, Long Term Care or Supplemental Insurance, Medi-Gap and prescription drug programs. Appointments are scheduled by HICAP and held in the DMCC back office on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 9 am to Noon. Call (800) 434-0222 to schedule an appointment.
*Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.; 2nd & 4th Tuesdays each Month
Join Dr. Kalina for his popular interactive discussions designed to empower participants to experience a higher level of health and well-being. New topic each time. Del Mar TV Studio, 240 Tenth St. Free.
Brain Fitness Computer Program
T/W/Th; 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Begins March 1!
A 40-hour computer-based program developed by Posit Science scientifically proven to improve memory, speed
up thinking and sharpen focus. No previous computer experience is required. The DMCC Brain Fitness Program is funded by a grant from the office of San Diego County Supervisor Pam Slater-Price and is offered in partnership with The Del Mar Foundation and Briggs & Briggs LLC. Call DMCC office to be placed on the waiting list. 1104 Camino del Mar, Suite 105.
Seasoned Readers Book Club
March 29, 2 p.m.
Meets the last Tuesday of every month at the Del Mar Library, 1309 Camino del Mar, to discuss the month's selection: Into the Beautiful North by Luis Urrea. Contact Joanne Sharp to sign up at 858-755-0555, or email djsharp@roadrunner.com.
Wednesdays
Grocery Shopping Shuttle
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. DMCC shuttle provides pick-up at City of Del Mar residents' homes and takes them alternately to either Henry's in Solana Beach or Trader Joe's in Encinitas. We assist riders loading and unloading their purchases. Suggested donation: $5. Call DMCC 24 hours in advance to arrange pick up.
Mah Jongg Games
10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free! No partner necessary. Upstairs in the Powerhouse Community Center. We're always looking for new players! For more information, call June Strasberg 858-755-4680.
Bridge
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Free! No partner necessary. Downstairs in the Powerhouse Community Center. For more information, call DMCC office.
Brain Fitness Computer Program
T/W/Th; 11:30 or 1
See Tuesday description for details.
Thursdays
Active Older Adult Fitness Classes
T/Th - 8, 9 or 10 a.m.
See Tuesday description for details.
Grocery Shopping Shuttle
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
DMCC shuttle provides pick-up at City of Del Mar residents' homes and takes them to Vons on Mango and Ralph's Shopping Center in DM Highlands. We assist riders loading and unloading their purchase. Suggested donation $5. Call DMCC 24 hours in advance to arrange pick up.
 Writing Your Life Story with Mai Lon Gittelsohn
9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
If you want to share family stories with loved ones, but don't know where to start - this is the class for you. Students write together in class and share their work with each other. Register by phone 760-753-7073 or online at www.sdadulted.com. Fee.
Brain Fitness Computer Program
T/W/Th; 11:30 or 1
See Tuesday description for details
Knit and Stitch - March 3
3 - 4:30 p.m.
Free! First Thursday of each month. Bring your own project and share an idea. At the Del Mar City Library. For details, call Regina Horner at 858-755-1931.
Singing Together - March 24
3:30 to 5 pm
Tune up those vocal chords and join friends in song. Newcomers always welcome! Song sheets & piano accompaniment provided. Chisari residence; 1010 Crest Rd.
Fridays
Silver Age Yoga for Seniors
10 - 11 a.m.
With chairs or on the floor. Chairs provided; bring your own yoga mat for floor work. Teacher trained and certified by Silver Age Yoga. At St. Peter's Parish Hall. Silver Age Yoga is funded in part by the Del Mar Foundation.
Senior Legal Services - March 25
8:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Free! For seniors 60 and older in the 92014 zip code area. Attorney provides advanced healthcare directive, power of attorney, wills, referrals and more. Last Firday of each month. Please call ElderLaw for an appointment and to confirm date: 858-565-1392 x208.
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Annual City of DM Clean-Up Day
Annual City of DM Clean-Up Day
Saturday, May 14
7 am to 3 pm
Waste Management will collect up to 3 large bulky items (couches, lawn chairs, bbqs, old lumber, etc.) FREE of charge!
You must sign up to ensure pick up and items must be at the curb by 7 a.m. Call 1-800-DUMPSTER between May 2 - 9 to schedule pick-up.
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Paraprosdokian of the Month
Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak. |
March Bus Trips
Sun, March 13, 1 - 5:30 pm Coastal Communities Concert Band
The Band celebrates their 13th year with Tom Holtz, principal tubist with "The President's Own" U.S. Marine Band, who will perform a variety of arrangements including "Pride of a People," a patriotic number that includes many favorites. Carlsbad Community Church, corner of Jefferson and Pine. Senior tickets are $17, which includes $5 bus donation.
Tues, March 15, 10 - 2
Shopping trip to Encinitas
Shop til you drop at Target, Home Depot, Smart & Final! Let us drive & carry your packages! Reservations required; 858-792-7565. $5 suggested donation.
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The Lunch Club (TLC)
Monday, March 7 11:30 a.m.
Cafe Secret 1402 Camino del Mar
Join DMCC's Care Manager Darcy Mulholland for another fun lunch event with friends and neighbors. $10 includes lunch and tip. Reservations & prepayment required: 858-792-7565 |
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ROMEO Men's Lunch Group
Tuesday, March 22 12 noon - 1:30 pm Sbicca Bistro 215-15th St. Mix and mingle with friends and neighbors at the monthly men's lunch group led by Nate McCay. Meets the 4th Tuesday of the month. Reservations and prepayment required: 858-792-7565. Make checks payable to DMCC and mail to PO Box 2947, Del Mar, CA 92014. |
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Save the Date!
3rd Annual Jerry Finnell Memorial Walk
Saturday Morning
May 21
Keep watching for details!
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March Health Forum Topics
Tues,3/8 - "Health & Healing Part I"
Tues, 3/22 - "Health & Healing Part II" Both will be open discussion with Mark & Matt Szymzak
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Del Mar Living Just Got Easier
In-Home Connections
Del Mar Community Connections has implemented a pilot program of new services called In-Home Connections.
DMCC is looking for seniors who live at home but can't drive or run errands on their own or who have limited
contact with friends and who need help with home maintenance and safety issues. Each In-Home Connections
participant will have a personalized set of services based on what they want or need to help them live safely and
independently at home.
Look to Us for:
- Individual Transportation
- Personal Care Coordination
- Daily Check-In Safety Calls
- Trusted Referrals
- 'Friendly Visitors'
- 'Personal Shoppers'
- Meals To-Go
- Trash Day Assistance
Sign up now at our introductory rate of $50 per month. For more information, contact Jeannie Walsh, Member Services Coordinator at 858-792-7570 or jeannie@dmcc.cc. |
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Free Grant Writing Classes
Grant Writing Specialists are offering FREE community workshops hosted by DMCC & the DM Library. They are held in the library, 1309 Camino del Mar, from 10 a.m. to noon on these Friday dates:
March 4 - KISS - Keeping It Simple & Sweet
March 18 - Zen of Schmoozing
All classes are stand alone formats. To register, call 619-460-2738 or email BeDemystified@aol.com
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Del Mar Library Events of Interest
Meet the author Barbara Roberts: Face Reading "What does your face say" Saturday March 5, 1:00 PM. Her book Face Reading can be purchased at the event.
Bridge lecture with Marilyn Anderson Opening leads, attitude signals Thursday March 24th, 10:00 AM.
Chess Club: Join master instructor Dawn Erickson. Thursdays at 3:30 PM.
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Stein Institute on Aging Lecture
"Individualizing Cancer Care"
Richard Schwab, M.D.
Assistant Clinical Professor, Medicine, UC San Diego
Wednesday, March 16, 2011, 5:30 p.m.
Liebow Auditorium
UCSD Biomedical Science Building
University of California, San Diego
Dr. Schwab is a hematologist/oncolo-gist specializing in the treatment of patients with breast cancer. He is an active researcher and attempts to scientifically apply the latest advances in cancer research to benefit his patients. His clinical and laboratory research is focused on developing new biological mark-ers of cancer. In the future these markers may help to deter-mine who is at increased risk of developing breast cancer, to diagnose breast cancer early, and to select the least toxic and most effective treatments for breast cancer.
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Del Mar Community Connections is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation providing resources to age in place....because there's no place like home. |
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