We Will Be Closed Wednesday December 25th, 2019 Have A Very Merry .

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1City ofAlbuquerqueMayor,Tim Keller2019VolumeNorth Valley Senior CenterDepartment of Senior AffairsDepartment ofSenior AffairsDirector,Anna SanchezDSA Assistance Contact Info:Information & Assistance:764-6400Senior Centers Contact Info:Barelas: 764-6436Bear Canyon: 767-5959Highland: 767-5210We Will Be Closed Wednesday December 25th, 2019Have a Very Merry ChristmasLos Volcanes: 767-5999Palo Duro: 888-8102Multigenerational CentersContact Info:Manzano Mesa: 275-8731North Domingo Baca: 764-6475Senior Transportation/NutritionDSA Transportation: 764-6464Sports & Fitness ProgramContact Info:Palo Duro Fitness: 880-2800Los Volcanes Fitness: 767-5990RSVP Program:RSVP: 767-5225Foster Grandparents Program:764-6412City of Albuquerque Info:Please Contact: 311Non-emergency Policeassistance:242-COPS (2677)Regular Business HoursMonday - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Tuesday - 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.Wednesday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Thursday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.We are closed Saturday’sSunday 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.AbsolutelyonCity propertyNorth Valley Senior Center 3825 4th St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone 505.761.4025

2Volume2019Participant Conduct:In order that all users may have a pleasant experience at a center participants are expected to respect the rightsof others, use the center for the purposes of the center only, and to adhere to the following behaviors:1.Maintain personal hygiene that is not offensive or unhealthy.2.Wear attire that is not offensive or overly revealing.3.Use language and behavior that other participants and staff will not find obscene, abusive or sexuallyoffensive.4.Show courtesy to other participants and staff; respect decisions made by center management and bringissues involving the operation of the center to management’s attention for resolution.5.Show consideration for the diversity of staff and fellow participants.6.Treat the center materials, equipment, furniture, ground, and facility with respect.7.Use the center and center equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.8.Keep the building and grounds neat, clean, and litter free.B . All participants need to be able to:Function without one-on-one assistance (Staff); or have the help of a caregiver. Walk safely andindependently in the center or use assistive devices independently.2019 DSA Advisory Council MeetingsThe Senior Affairs Advisory Board shall consist of twelve members to be as follows:1. The City of Albuquerque shall appoint eight (8) members;2. The County of Bernalillo shall appoint two (2) members;3. The Village of Los Ranchos shall appoint one (1) member;The Village of Tijeras shall appoint one (1) member.If interested in becoming a Council member go to:www.cabq.gov/clerk/boards-commissionsThe Next Advisory CouncilMeeting:No Meeting For the Month ofDecemberOnce you get to this page, scroll down to Senior Affairs Advisory Council. Clickon SAAC membership. Then click on the box that reads “Apply to Serve”Learn to use the Fitness Room EquipmentLearn the proper way to use the machines at the North Valley Fitness Center to prevent injury, as well asmaximizing your fitness needs. Training is by appointment only. Contact Palo Duro Sports & Fitness at880-2800 to arrange a one on one training session at the center of your choice.North Valley Senior Center 3825 4th St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone 505.761.4025

3Volume2019Regular ScheduleHealth & WellnessSupport Groups & Helpful ClassesDefensive Driving .1st MondaySenior Law Office 3rd. Thursday12:15 p.m.9 a.m.Available DailyBreakfast Monday - Friday8 a.m. to 9 a.m.Lunch .Monday - Friday11:30a.m. to 1 p.m. .Reservation Requested One Daily priorOpen Computer Lab Monday- Friday1 p.m. .Tuesday9 a.m.Billiards .During Regular Business Hours8 a.m.Jigsaw Puzzle .Available Daily8 a.m.Poker . .Monday - Friday12 p.m.Available WeeklyBingo .WednesdayFlea Market . Wednesday1:30 p.m.8 a.m.Available MonthlyBirthday Party .3rd, FridayFood Pantry .December 9th10:30 a.m.2:30 p.m.Acupressure: . FridayAquatics : . Monday, Wednesday, Friday .Monday, FridayChair Yoga . . .MondayDance for Parkinson’s . . .1st & 3rd, ThursdayDoctor King’s Health Program .4th, WednesdayGEHM Clinic . .Tuesday Nov. 19Sponsored by: UNM Nursing SchoolEnhanced Fitness .Monday, Tuesday, FridayFitness Center Hours: . Monday- Friday Tuesday til 7 p.m. SundayHiking . Every other ThursdayPilates . . .ThursdayReflexology . . 4th Wed and every FridayTable Tennis . Upon RequestT’ai Chi Ch’uan .Monday & Tuesday . and the 1st Friday of each monthYoga (Gentle Hatha) . .Friday . .TuesdayYoga (Dahn) .Tuesday & ThursdayZumba (Gold) . . . .Thursday . . .FridayZumba . . Tuesday10 a.m.8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.3:30 p.m.2 p.m.10 a.m.8 a.m.8:15 a.m.8 a.m.12:30 p.m.8 a.m.8:30 a.m.10 a.m.9:30 a.m.3:30 p.m.4 p.m.3:15 p.m.9:40 a.m.9 a.m.5:30 p.m.Classes, & ClubsArts & Crafts .WednesdayCeramics . .Tuesday, WednesdayGuitar Group ( Jam Session) . TuesdayFishing Club . . . MondayHand Quilting . .MondayHispanic Folk Art .WednesdayKnitting & Crocheting . .WednesdayOil Painting FridayPhotography Club 1st & 3rd MondayPoetry Group .2nd & 4th FridayPottery .MondayStained Glass .Tuesday & Thursday9 a.m.12:00 p.m.10:15 a.m.10 a.m.8 a.m.1 p.m.9 a.m.9 a.m.10 a.m.1 p.m.9 a.m.9 a.m.NM Aging and Long Term ServiceDepartmentBenefit Counseling: State Health InsuranceProgram answers to questions and concernsregarding private and government benefit programsCall: 1-800-432-2080Trip Sign Up Will BeginWe will begin trip sign ups for the next catalog on FoodPantryDate: Tuesday, January 7th, 2020Time: 9 a.m. (Right after breakfast)The Silver Horizons of New Mexico food pantry willbe here on:Date: Monday, December 9thYou may select trips for the months ofJanuary, February, and March.Reminder you must have a current membership card.Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.We will begin giving out numbers at 1:30 p.m.North Valley Senior Center 3825 4th St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone 505.761.4025

4ClassesTinworks Holiday WorkshopWe will be creating ornaments, farolitos and otherfun holiday items. Class covers a sheet of tin, necessary tools and instruction. Custom punches and additional tin are available for purchase if you want tocontinue at home.Tuesday, December 109:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Fee 55.00 for all materialsInstructor: Jason YounisBeginners Drawing ClassIf you would like to draw, come join me. Drawing is askill not a talent, and it is fun to learn. All you need ispaper (school paper, brown paper bag, a pad of newsprint .but avoid the napkin) and something to drawwith. I recommend the #2 pencil you can find aroundthe house, it is more fun than a pen or cayon.Starting January 8, 2020 (every Wednesday)10 a.m. – 11 a.m.FreeTripsChristmas in MadridCome out to spend the day in Madrid, New Mexico's Christmas Town, and watch thier annualChristmas Parade! The parade is our traditional kick-off to the Holiday Season. Businesses and homes inMadrid will be lighting their lights at sundown afterthe parade, with shop and home prizes for bestlights.Volume2019PresentationsThe Energetics of Winter –The Water ElementWe will be exploring the Energetics of Winter froma Chinese Medicine perspective. This awareness canimprove how we relate to our health, our bodies, andour environment. This is a medicine of connection.We will be looking at our diet, qi gong, herbs andacupressure points that can enhance the vitality ofour bones and help reduce pain. We will discussbone disharmonies, primarily joint pain and how wecan best respond to these signals of our body for additional support. There will be handouts, includingrecipes, so that the learning and exploration can continue. There will be hands on experience with locating acupressure points so come wearing comfortableclothing.Thursday, December 510 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Tax-Free InvestingIt's Not What you Make, It's What You Keep! SeminarOverview of tax-advantaged investments such asmuni bonds (muni/UIT/mutual funds), IRAs(traditional/Roth/401k/403b) and/or life insurance.Thursday, December 1910 a.m. – 11 a.m.We will begin scheduling appointmentsfor the AARP Tax Preparation service on Thursday, January 2, 2020Saturday, December 7Check in: 1 p.m. Return: 9 p.m.North Valley Senior Center 3825 4th St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone 505.761.4025

5Volume2019Special Events Cont.Tree TrimmingCan and join us for our annual HolidayTree Trimming celebration. You mayenjoy some tasty refreshments as wedecorate the beautiful tree.Monday, December 210 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Right here at North ValleyIn the Social Hall!Date:December 18th,Departing at:9:45 a.m.North Valley Senior Center 3825 4th St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone 505.761.4025

6Voices of the Valley (Poetry Group)2019VolumePoems From the Publicfertile is the stormSnow White retired -afternooncloses before its timerestless clouds tumbletoward mountain peaksbright sun warmthdims and disappearsdamp breezes smell of rainshe hired .7 seniordwarfs. Their namesareall is quietwaitingNip & tuckscratchysaggyfuzzyForgetfulgassydopeysoft Earthopen to receivereaches up as thoughto taste first dropsof promiseUnknown Writerheavy with grey cloudsSky drifts downthe mountainsidecaressing gentle slopeswith misty fingertipsSky descendsenfolds Earthin his moist embracefulfills his promiseto bring her childrenbirthBeing old has 3 highEdi PowersPoints in a day. JustLike a dog,ScratchingPeeingWaiting for the mail manUnknown WriterNorth Valley Senior Center 3825 4th St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone 505.761.4025

7Volume2019Helpful Holiday HintHere are 20 tips to help you avoid weightgain during the holiday season.1. Be active with family and friends:sedentary activity, such as sitting on the couch watching TV, are a a common holiday tradition for many families. Inactivity can contribute to weight gain especially ifaccompanied by overeating. Doing some type of physicalactivity with family may prove beneficial for weight control. Even as simple as a family walk can get your mindoff food, but also help you bond with your loved ones.2. Snack wisely:Cookies and other goodies are available at the ready during the holiday season, which you are more likely tosnack unnecessarily. So when at home, keep snacks outof site. However when at work or at a friends house thismay not be as easy, so just be mindful of your snackingand keep a healthy limit in mind.The City of Albuquerque, Department of SeniorAffairs Retired and Senior Volunteer Program(RSVP) is recruiting volunteers 55 years of age andolder for the following opportunities. For moreinformation call (505)767-5225Los Volcanes Fitness Center: Looking for a volunteerto serve on Saturdays between the hours of 8am to 4pm for2 to 4 hours based on need. Duties include: Scanning members as they enter the facility to workout, answering questions, giving a tour of the facility to interested members andanswering phones. For more information, call (505)7675255.Mealsite Volunteers: Volunteers are needed to serve atvarious mealsites providing clerical support for the mealsite coordinator, calling bingo, assisting as a driver or leading activities3. Watch your portion sizes:Storehouse New Mexico: Support New Mexico’s larg-Try using a smaller, dark colored plate when servingyourself. This will give your mind the illusion that yourportion in larger than it seems. Also take your time wheneating. Enjoy every bite. Possibly serve yourself a bitmore of the leaner proteins, leaving you feeling moresatisfied faster, which is the next goal. Eat only til satisfied and never til your are full. Being overly full makeyour body sluggish, which make you want to sit on yourcouch or to nap. So keep your meal balanced with protein, and fiber.OASIS - Intergenerational Tutoring Volunteer:4. Get plenty of sleep:Holiday time can be stressful and if you aren't gettingadequate rest this can be another way (without thinking)to possible snack. Sleep is so important when you aredealing with holiday stress, and very much needed tomaintain a healthy weight.5. Do not graze:We all know its been awhile since you’ve talked to family and you want to hear all that’s happened over the year,which is maybe at the dinner table. This is one you couldpossible snack without even thinking. So clear the tablefirst and set a clear limit that when dinner is over, that’swhere eating stops. Have a low calorie/ low sugar drinkor water.est food pantry. Volunteer opportunities include sortingand repackaging food, helping and directing clients duringfood distribution. Volunteer hours include Wednesdaythrough Friday from 8am-4pm and Saturday’s from 8am1pm.In partnership with school districts, Oasis volunteer tutorsare paired with children in grades K-3 who teachers feelwould benefit from a caring, one-on-one mentoring relationship. You can change a life.Road Runner Food Bank-Healthy Food Center(HFC): HFC is a medical referral food pantry.Volunteers are needed Monday thru Saturday for variouspositions including Front Desk, Checkout, and Stocking.Shift hours vary.Silver Horizons-Silver helping Seniors: Everymonth, Silver Horizons partners with the City of Albuquerque to provide free groceries to over 3,500 seniors, and toabout 1,200 grandchildren many of these seniors are raising. Opportunities include: volunteer in Silver Horizons'warehouse, distributing food , and our volunteer staff atSilver Horizons' thrift store. Please call (505)767-5225 tolearn more.North Valley Senior Center 3825 4th St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone 505.761.4025

SundayDanceDoors Open 12:30p.m. Dance beginsat 1:30 p.m. to 4:301.December Menu 9.LaRazaWednesdayThursdayFridayPlease make your reservation one day ahead before 2 p.m., you can call: (505)761-4025 Lunch is served, Monday - Friday from11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The City reserves the right to alter menu due to food availability2. Salisbury SteakLosRecuerdosTuesdayw/Green Chili GravyCornMashed PotatoesDinner RollYogurt9. Beef StewCorn BreadMixed VeggiesMandarin Orange16. Beef Red ChiliEnchiladasRefried BeansMexicornTapioca Pudding3. OmeletStewed TomatoesSpinachApple4. Baked TilapiaRice PilafGreen BeansVanilla Pudding5. Baked ZitiCarrotsBread StickSliced Pears6. Pork Loin10. Hot TurkeySandwichSweet PotatoesBrussel SproutsBanana11. Tamale w/Red12. Lemon BakedSalmonWhite RiceBaked ApplesDinner Roll13. Mushroom Pasta AlfredoPeas & CarrotsBread StickCottage CheeseChiliChicken Posolew/Green ChiliSteamed CabbageBanana Puddingw/Brown GravyBrown RiceMixed VeggiesJell-O w/Fruitw/Pineapple17. Turkey & Rice18. Baked Chicken19. Spinach Lasagna 20. CheeseburgerSoupGreen BeansCauliflowerCrackersSliced Pearsw/Buffalo SauceDiced TomatoesBaked BeansRoasted Bell Pepper Mixed VeggiesBread StickGrapesCottage CheeseBaked BeansCabbageMixed Fruitw/Peaches26. Macaroni &BroccoliSweet PotatoDinner RollCherry Cobbler23. Posole24. Ham w/Pineapple 25.Pinto BeansSpanish RiceTortillaYogurtStuffingMixed VeggiesCookieFOR THE HOLIDAY30. Texas Chili31. Asian BeefCorn BreadSuccotashSliced Pearsw/PeppersFried RiceMixed VeggiesChocolate Cake2. Smoked Chicken1.CLOSEDNEW YEAR’S DAY Au Gratin PotatoesBrussel SproutsAppleCLOSED27. BBQ ChickenBlack Eyed PeasCarrotsJell-O w/Fruit3. Breaded CodNuggetsPeas & CarrotsOrangeBreakfast menu:* FULL BREAKFAST: 2 Eggs, Hashbrown, 2-Bacon or Sausage, Tortilla or Toast - 1.50* MINI BREAKFAST: 1 Egg, Hashbrown, 1-Bacon or Sausage, Tortilla or Toast - .75 *BURRITO: Egg (Scrambled), Hashbrown, Cheese, Bacon or Sausage, Chile - 1.50* HOT/ COLD CEREAL: (Variety) (Includes 1 carton of 1% Milk) - .70 * ENGLISH MUFFIN SANDWICH: Bacon or Sausage - 1.00* BISCUIT & GRAVY: (Wednesday’s only) 1.00* HUEVOS RANCHEROS : (Friday’s only) 1.50 No Bean w/ PotatoesAl la cart menu:Breakfast Served:8 a.m. - 9 a.m.&Lunch Served:11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.(1) French Toast/Pancake .25 (2) Bacon .50 (2) Sausage .50 * (1) Waffle (Monday’s only) 1.00 * (1) Egg .25 * Hashbrown .30 * Chile (Red or Green) .25 * Tortilla/Toast/English Muffin/Biscuit (Wed. only) .20 * (1) Juice .25 (1) Milk .25 * (1) Coffee .30 *(1) Hot Tea or Chocolate .30 North Valley Senior Center 3825 4th St. NW Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone 505.761.4025 Fax 505.761.4031

paper (school paper, brown paper bag, a pad of news-print .but avoid the napkin) and something to draw with. I recommend the #2 pencil you can find around the house, it is more fun than a pen or cayon. Starting January 8, 2020 (every Wednesday) 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Free - The Water Element We will be exploring the Energetics of Winter from