Inside the Barn Summer 2015

Petersen Barn Adult and Senior Activities

PETERSEN BARN

COMMUNITY CENTER

870 Berntzen Rd., Eugene 97402

PH: 541-682-5521

FX: 541-682-8192

HOURS

9a-5p Mon-Fri

BUS # 40

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SUMMER 2015 May • Jun • Jul • Aug

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PETERSEN BARN COMMUNITY CENTER | 541-682-5521

Welcome to Inside the Barn – a directory of Adult and Senior activities at Petersen Barn

Community Center. Listed are trips, classes, presentations, meals (and more!) that are

predominantly designed for adults and seniors and cover the summer months of May

through August.

We’re looking forward to summer and all that it brings: warmer weather, longer days,

fresh fruits and vegetables, and seemingly more leisure time. We have two summer

events that take advantage of the season’s best: our Strawberry Social and Blueberry

Bash. We bake these tasty desserts from scratch and provide a bit of fun and enter-

tainment to boot!

Saturday, June 6 is WE ARE BETHEL, our free, community celebration. This year’s theme

is Drawn Together! There will be community booths, games and activities for all ages,

music, dance, an art show and more! Mark your calendars and join us for this fun

event.

We hope to see you at the Barn!

SPECIAL MEALS/SOCIAL EVENTS CRAFT WORKSHOPS

May 21 Lunch at the Barn July 17 Decorating Flower Pots

June 18 Strawberry Social Aug 14 Fabric-Covered Button Bracelet

July 6 Barnies BBQ

July 24 Blueberry Bash SPECIAL EVENTS

June 6 We Are Bethel Celebration

POTLUCK PRESENTATIONS July 23 Star Gazing Party

May 4 Squatch Out!

June 1 Bee Talk

July 6 Timothy Patrick

Aug 3 To Give or Not To Give

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LAND FITNESS

Nia Workshops

Nia fitness is a blend of dance, martial arts and yoga. It incorporates cardio exercise to great music and is fun!

Instructor: Janet Hollander

NIA FOR FIRST TIMERS Learn Nia principles and choreography and how to match any activity to your body so that it is comfortable and fun.

May 14 Th 1-2:30p $6 #115026 Aug 6 Th 1-2:30p $6 #115027

NIA FOR GARDENERS Apply Nia philosophy and practice to make gardening more comfortable for the body.

Jun 11 Th 1-3p $8 #115031

NIA FOR BUILDING BONE DENSITY An alarming number of women and men have weak bones. After learning principles and techniques, you’ll have a great time dancing and improving your bone strength.

Jul 23 Th 1-4p $12 #115032

Total Body Work Out Get fit and have fun in the process! The Total Body Work Out is designed for any age adult who wishes to stretch, tone and strengthen muscles with some car-diovascular components. This is a low-impact, moder-ate intensity class.

Instructor: Tracy Haggerty

Ongoing TuTh 6:45-7:45a $24/mo

Walk With Us Ages 50 & up FREE! Walk to better health on Thursday mornings. Meet in the front lobby for a walk around the neighborhood. Drop in; registration not required.

Ongoing Th 9:30-10:30a Free

DANCE & DRAMA

Ballet I/II Ages 16 & up Emphasis on technique, strength, flexibility, and classi-cal choreography. This class is designed for both begin-ners and experienced dancers.

Instructor: Ruby McConnell

Jul 7-Aug 11 Tu 6-7:30p $45 #115637

Belly Dance I/II Ages 16 & up Mixed level belly dance class that focuses on mobility, isolation, layering and tribal vocabulary. Emphasizes continual movement as this class is a great workout for both the body and brain!


Jul 8-Aug 12 W 6:30-8p $45 #115641

Tap Dance Be a part of the modern tap revival in this fun, easy class. You’ll learn the basics of rhythm tap with fun drills and short choreographed dances; accessible to all kinds of movers.


Jul 8-Aug 12 W 5:30-6:30p $30 #115638

The heart symbol denotes activities

that promote physical fitness.




MARTIAL ARTS

Kung Fu Lessons in Harmony NEW!

This class will use exercises from the movement arts; aikido, qi gong, tai chi, hung gar, kempo, jujitsu, yoga, capoeira, karta, judo, baguazhang, arnis, sword, and staff. You will also practice the use of the four elements: earth, air, water and fire as well as sacred geometry to guide our health, stance, breath, movement and energy.

Instructor: Logan Flores

May M 6-7:30p & Sa 9-10:30a $15 #115049

Jun M 6-7:30p & Sa 9-10:30a $15 #115050

Jul M 6-7:30p & Sa 9-10:30a $15 #115051

Aug M 6-7:30p & Sa 9-10:30a $15 #115052

Sep M 6-7:30p & Sa 9-10:30a $15 #115053

No class May 25, Jun 6, Jul 4, Sep 7

Tai Chi

This ancient Chinese art uses round, flowing move-ments combined with calmness and inner balance. Learn a series of slow movements that promote better health, balance, flexibility and reduced stress. The class includes proper form, body alignment, breathing, ener-gy cultivation and energy awareness.

Instructor: Jeff Leung

May 5-Jun 16 Tu 11:30a-12:30p $21 #114760

Jul 14-Aug 25 Tu 11:30a-12:30p $25 #114761

May 8-Jun 19 F 11:30a-12:30p $21 #114762

Jul 17-Aug 28 F 11:30a-12:30p $25 #114763

No class Jun 5, Jun 9

YOGA

Chair Yoga

Feel better through movement. Experience release from stress and fatigue through this gentle yoga approach designed to accommodate people with physical limita-tions. This class is taught while you are sitting in a chair.

Instructor: Paul Simon

May 5-Jun 16 Tu 10:15-11:15a $21 #114790

Jul 14-Aug 25 Tu 10:15-11:15a $25 #114791

May 8-Jun 19 F 10:15-11:15a $21 #114792

Jul 17-Aug 28 F 10:15-11:15a $25 #114793

No class Jun 5, 9

Yoga

Yoga rejuvenates the mind, body and spirit. Gentle stretching exercises tone and stretch muscles and work to balance every system in the body. Improves overall health and well-being.

Instructor: Paul Simon

May 5-Jun 16 Tu 9-10a $21 #114786

Jul 14-Aug 25 Tu 9-10a $25 #114785

May 8-Jun 19 F 9-10a $21 #114787

Jul 17-Aug 28 F 9-10a $25 #114788

No class Jun 5, 9

Non-city residents are assessed a 20% surcharge for registered activities and rentals.




ARTS/VISUAL

Color Mixing for Artists Do you get frustrated trying to mix the colors you want? This class will teach you to see and understand what goes into color mixing. You’ll learn to create the colors you want by using a limited number of paints. Supply list given prior to first class.

Instructor: Jennifer Bernatz

May 6-27 W 1-3p $25 #114807

Craft Workshop

Feeling crafty? These do-it-yourself workshops make it fun to learn and acquire new skills. Explore your crea-tivity and take home finished crafts. Sign up for one or both workshops! All supplies included in fee.

Instructor: Kitty Planalp July craft: Decorating flower pots

August craft: Fabric-covered button bracelets

Jul 17 F 2-4p $10 #114812

Aug 14 F 2-4p $12 #114813

Impressionist Painting

Join this fun class that explores the world of impres-sionist art. You’ll learn from the works of Monet, Degas, Renoir, Cezanne and others. You will complete 5 paint-ings in 10 weeks.


Jun 10-Aug 19 W 1-3p $62 #114809 No class Jul 29

Mixed Media: Oils, Acrylics & Pastels

Enjoy creating beautiful paintings in a friendly, support-ive environment. In addition to working on individual paintings, students will review basic drawing skills, painting techniques, color theory, atmospheric perspec-tive, compositional unity and color harmony. Supply list provided at first class. Not a watercolor class.

Instructor: Jennifer Bernatz May 4-Jun 29 M 9:30a-12:30p $65 #114795

Jul 6-Aug 24 M 9:30a-12:30p $65 #114798

May 4-Jun 29 M 12:30-2:30p $44 #114796

Jul 6-Aug 24 M 12:30-2:30p $44 #114799

May 5-Jun 30 Tu 10a-Noon $50 #114797

Jul 7-Aug 25 Tu 10a-Noon $44 #114800

No class May 25, Jun 1, 2, Jul 27, 28

Painter’s Workshop Paint in the company of your fellow artists. All mediums welcome! Drop-in only.

May 5-Aug 25 Tu 12:30-3:30p 25¢ drop-in fee

No workshop Jun 2, Jul 28

Portrait Painting Learn the basics of portrait painting using a six-step method. Drawing, value study, color, lighting, and cap-turing the gestures and mannerism of your subject are all taught. Not a watercolor class.


May 4-Aug 24 M 6-8p $87 #114804 Jun 9-Aug 25 Tu 6-8p $68 #114805

No class May 25, Jun 1, Jul 27, 28

Watercolor Painting Explore watercolor technique and develop drawing skills in a friendly, fun environment. Each class begins with a critique of student work followed by instructor demonstration. Students are free to choose assignments from the instructor or develop personal projects.

Instructor: Dana Texter

May 15-Jun 26 F 9:30a-12:30p $63 #114810

Jul 17-Aug 28 F 9:30a-12:30p $56 #114811

No class Jul 31

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CARDS & GAMES

Cribbage - Ages 50 & up Challenge yourself and meet new friends at Petersen Barn. A fun way to spend an afternoon – but be careful, it may be addicting. Interested in learning how to play? Beginning players are welcome to come and learn!

Ongoing W 12:30-3p 25¢ drop-in fee

No cribbage Aug 12

Men’s Poker - Ages 55 & up

Join your neighborhood gentlemen for a friendly game of poker.

Ongoing Th 9a-3p 25¢ drop-in fee

No poker Jul 30

Pinochle - Ages 50 & up Enjoy a game or two of pinochle with area seniors. Please arrive five minutes early. Newcomers welcome!

Ongoing MF 12:30-3p 25¢ drop-in fee

No pinochle May 25, Jul 3, Aug 10, 14, Sep 7

Wii Bowling at the Barn Ages 50 & up

Instead of wooden lanes and pins, bowlers hit the “virtual lanes” using the Nintendo’s Wii™ game system in this fast-growing trend. Get up, get healthy and enjoy this unique bowling game.

Ongoing 1st/3rd Tu 1-3p 25¢ drop-in fee

No bowling Jul 7

Women’s Poker - Ages 50 & up Join your neighborhood ladies for a friendly game of poker on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers are asked to please call Suzan Auferoth at 541-521-5301 so she knows that you are coming.

Ongoing 1st/2nd/3rd Tu 12:30-4:30p 25¢ drop-in fee

No poker Aug 11

CENTER SERVICES

Blood Pressure Clinic FREE! Qualified volunteers will check your blood pressure on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at Petersen Barn. Drop-in. Presented by Loving Care Senior Referral Service.

Ongoing 2nd/4th Tu 10-12p

SHIBA Appointments - Ages 50 & up FREE! Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors conduct one-on-one appointments with individuals to answer questions about health insurance coverage, forms, etc. Call 541-682-5521 to make an appointment.

Ongoing 1st/4th Th 12:30-3p

SPECIAL INTEREST

AARP Smart Driver Program This course is designed for motorists 50+ but is open to all ages. Sharpen your skills and avoid accidents and traffic citations. Auto insurance discounts may be avail-able to participants 55 and older who complete this course. Pre-registration required. Pay at the first class.

May 18 & 20 MW 9:15a-12:15p #114738

Jun 15 & 17 MW 9:15a-12:15p #114739

Aug 24 & 26 MW 9:15a-12:15p #114740

$20 class due at start of first class, payable to AARP $5 discount with proof of AARP membership




Checkrite Electronics Repair FREE! Bring a small appliance or electronic device for repair or advice on usage. Please call in advance (541-682-5521) with description of what needs to be repaired.

Ongoing 1st M 1-1:30p

So You’re Going on Medicare - Ages 50 & up This presentation will review the basics of Medi- care coverage, Medicare Advantage plans (e.g. HMOs and PPOs), Medigap (Medicare supplemental insurance) and prescription drug plans. Presentation is not co-sponsored by Medicare. Pre-registration is required.

May 12 Tu 1:30-3p Free #114915

Jun 9 Tu 1:30-3p Free #114916

Jul 14 Tu 1:30-3p Free #114917

Aug 11 Tu 1:30-3p Free #114918

PRESENTATIONS

Squatch Out! The legend of Sasquatch, a.k.a. Bigfoot, is woven into the imaginations of Northwest folk from all walks of life. Join award-winning photographer, anthropologist and life-long Bigfoot enthusiast Cindy Caddell as she shares with us a more scientific approach to studying Bigfoot. Join the Barnies Potluck prior to the presentation.

Presenter: Cindy Caddell

May 4 M 12:15-1p Free #115896

International Cultural Explorations Expand your knowledge of different countries and cul-tures through this fascinating lecture series. Presenta-tions may include slides and homeland items. Come to the Lunch at the Barn prior to the lecture (pre-registration required for lunch).

Presenter: Internat’l Cultural Service Program, U of O May 21 Th 12:30-1:30p Free #114919

Bee Talk

The bee and the hive: the nature of the bee and how to care for her. This talk will offer a look at the life of a bee colony. Natural bee keeper Bill Wood and his sidekick Marie-Christine Lhomond are dedicated to caring for honeybees with a commitment to organic management and natural, sustainable, bee-friendly beekeeping. Join the Barnies Potluck prior to the presentation.

Presenter: Bill Wood

Jun 1 M 12:15-1p Free #115897

Become a Senior Companion The federal Senior Companion Program trains and sup-ports low-income adult volunteers who make weekly visits to frail elders and those with disabilities. Compan-ions help their clients maintain quality of life and earn a small tax-free stipend. Note: To learn about becoming a client of the program, call the Aging & Disability Resource Connection, 541-682-4038. You’ll also learn about Elder-Help and Experience Works.

Presenter: Beth Brooks, Successful Aging Institute, LCC

Jul 22 W 10-11:30a Free #115268

All presentations are free,

but pre-registration is required.




To Give or Not To Give

Do panhandlers pull at your heart strings? Do you feel compelled to give them money? This presentation will give you the facts about panhandlers, explain why you should say no to them, and provide you with alternative donation options. Join the Barnies Potluck prior to the presentation.

Presenter: David Gerber, Homeless Outreach Team

Aug 3 M 12:15-1p Free #115898

SOCIAL GATHERINGS & MEALS

Movie Matinee at the Barn

Come to the Barn for a matinee movie. Popcorn provid-ed! Drop-in, pay at the door; pre-registration not re-quired. Movie: 42 - The Jackie Robinson Story (PG13)

May 15 F 1-3:30p $1

Lunch at the Barn

Enjoy lunch at the Barn! Menus vary but typically in-clude a main dish, salad, bread and dessert. During lunch an International Cultural Student from the U of O will talk about his/her country and culture. Please pre-register.

May 21 Th 12-2p $5 #114815

Strawberry Social - Ages 50 & up

It’s that time of year again! Fresh Oregon strawberries are ready to be paired with freshly baked shortcake bis-cuits – an unbeatable duo! Bring friends and family and enjoy a delightful afternoon!

Jun 18 Th 2-3p $3 #114817

Barnies Barbecue - Ages 50 & up All seniors are invited to an old fashioned barbecue and potluck at Petersen Barn. You bring a salad or dessert and we’ll provide the main dish and beverages. Enter-tainment by Timothy Patrick. Register by June 26.

Jul 6 M 11:30a-1p $3 #114818

Blueberry Bash - Ages 50 & up

We start with fresh Oregon blueberries and bake them into a homemade cobbler topped with vanilla ice cream. It’s the start of a wonderful afternoon at the Barn!

Jul 24 F 2-3p $3 #114819

Non-city residents are assessed

a 20% surcharge for

registered activities and rentals.




SPECIAL EVENTS

We Are Bethel Celebration FREE! Come join in celebrating Bethel and West Eugene neigh-borhoods. Community booths, good food, free music and a carnival for the kids. This year’s theme is “Drawn Together.”

Jun 6 Sa 12-5p Free

Touch A Truck FREE!

The big trucks are coming back to the Barn! Climb into a fire engine, cement truck, backhoe, dump truck, LTD bus, 18-wheeler and more! A free family event sure to please all ages. Food available for purchase. Drop-in; no registration needed.

Jul 16 Th 5-7:30p Free

Star Gazing Party FREE!

Members of the Eugene Astronomical Society will set up different types of telescopes on the grass field for view-ing the moon and stars. Free drop-in program, no regis-tration required. Note: the star party will be cancelled if the skies are cloudy.

Jul 23 Th 8:45-10:45p Free

TRIPS, TOURS &

EXCURSIONS

Oregon State Hospital Museum Ages 50+ This museum is full of odd artifacts, strange equip-ment, and historical mementos left behind by those who lived and worked in the state hospital for the past 130 years. A permanent exhibit commemorates “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” which was filmed at the hospi-tal. Purchase own museum admission ($3) and lunch.

May 14 Th 10a-4p $25 #114623

Ethnic + a Surprise! Ages 50 & up This is your chance to try local ethnic cuisine! The eth-nic flavor will be Lebanese with lunch at Willie’s Leba-nese and Northwest Cuisine. Afterward there will be a surprise stop on the way home. Purchase own lunch and bring $3 for surprise stop.

May 27 W 11:30a-3:30p $13 #114618

TRIP POLICIES

Fees include van transportation, leadership and insurance, unless noted otherwise. Meals and admission to venues are not included in the fee unless noted otherwise in the description. Every attempt is made to follow the itinerary; if circumstances beyond our control do not allow that to happen, no refunds will be given.

If needed, please request a lift-assisted van at the time of registration.

ACTIVITY LEVEL RATINGS

LEVEL Little walking. OK for those with

walkers, wheelchairs or walking difficulties.

LEVEL Moderate walking. Similar to that

at a shopping center or large museum.

LEVEL Walking of 1-2 miles (1 to 1.5

hours), as on a walking tour of gardens or the zoo. May be steps or hills.

LEVEL Walking of 3-6 miles on moderate

trails. May be rough, hilly or at higher altitude. Access to medical help may be limited.

LEVEL Long hikes of 5+ miles. May be

very rough, hilly or high altitude. Access to medical help may be limited.

The heart symbol denotes activities that promote physical fitness.

Consult your physician before participating in any trips/activities to be sure they are appropriate for you. Weather and/or trail conditions may change unpredictably. These levels are approximations only; your experience may vary.




Hawaiian Lu‘au with Elvis! Ages 50 & up Join the fun and hula over to River Road Park! Enjoy Ha-waiian music, feast on a lu‘au dinner and prepare for the main act. Elvis will be in the house to shake, rattle and roll! Tropical attire encouraged. $25 dinner and enter-tainment fee to be paid at the door.

Jun 12 F 5:30-8:45p $8 #114636

Black Sheep Gathering Ages 50 & up Celebrate fiber arts with Oregon’s best producers of sheep and goat fiber at the 40th annual Black Sheep Gathering. Wander the animal barn, attend wool fleece judging, view sheep and goat shows, learn about fiber arts and shop the marketplace. Lunch on your own.

Jun 19 F 9:30a-1:30p $11 #114644

Lavender Festival Ages 50 & up Enjoy a fun-filled day at the Clackamas County Lavender Festival in Oregon City. Held on the 90-acre Oregon Lav-ender Farm, the festival provides music, lavender pick-ing, food and beverage, vendor booths, arts and crafts, demonstrations and more! Lunch on your own.

Jun 27 Sa 9a-4:30p $32 #114730

Willamette Heritage Center Ages 50 & up A visit to the Willamette Heritage Center is a stroll through the history of the Willamette Valley. The 5-acre site features a working woolen mill, and several historic houses and structures that present the stories and rich-ness of Oregon’s past. Purchase own admission ($5) and lunch.

Jul 9 Th 9a-3:30p $25 #115675

Mary’s Peak Ages 50 & up Traveling up the coastal mountain of Marys Peak, the highest peak in the Coast Range, will give you incredible views of the entire Willamette Valley. You’ll have time to explore and take in the breathtaking views. Bring a sack lunch. This is not a hiking trip; it is a van trip with time to wander.

Jul 29 W 9:30a-4p $21 #115676

Brownsville Antique Faire Ages 50 & up The Brownsville Antique Fair draws antique dealers, collectors and browsers from the entire Willamette Val-ley. Over 50 vendors sell their antiques and collectibles at Pioneer Park. Event also includes the Classic Car Show and Chicken Swap. Bring money to purchase fair finds, lunch and a stop for ice cream on the way home.

Aug 1 Sa 9a-1:30p $14 #114978

Non-city residents are assessed a 20% surcharge for registered activities and rentals.




Elkton Butterfly Pavilion Ages 50 & up The butterfly pavilion features a native plant park and gardens that you may wander at your leisure, but the real stars are the butterflies that flutter all around you. From eggs to hatching, everything you wanted to learn about butterflies awaits you today! $2 admission and lunch on your own.

Aug 6 Th 9a-3:30p $24 #114715

Progressive Lunch Ages 50 & up Eat your way through five senior centers! Visit Petersen Barn, Willamalane, River Road, Campbell Center and Viking Sal and enjoy a lunch course at each stop. Some will have entertainment too! Cost of lunch included.

Aug 20 Th 10a-4p $20 #114638

Waldo Lake Wine & Music Ages 21 & up Picture yourself relaxing alongside a high elevation Cas-cade lake while enjoying a glass of wine. As a violinist plays softly, the notes drift across the water. Now let us take you there. Bring your favorite bottle of wine, cider or growler to share. We’ll bring the antipasti and the violinist.

Sep 12 Sa 9a-5:30p $45 #115703







How to Register

THREE EASY WAYS TO REGISTER

1.) Online: Go to www.eugene-or.gov/recenroll

You can browse program listings by activity and/or location,

then register and pay online. To register online you will need a VISA or MasterCard, and an account with a PIN

number and barcode number. If you would like assistance in setting up an account, you may call any Eugene Recrea-

tion facility during business hours, and we will set up an

account with you.

2.) Phone-in: Call the recreation facility providing the ac-

tivity. Have your VISA or MasterCard number handy.

3.) Walk-in: Visit any recreation facility and drop off the form & payment, or talk to a staff person.

Registration is ongoing and open to residents and non-

residents on a first come basis. Register early; many classes fill quickly. Classes may be cancelled if there are too few

registrations.

Withdrawal and refund requests must be made to the

facility sponsoring the activity.

All withdrawals from Recreation activities are subject to a withdrawal fee. A withdrawal fee of $10 will be charged for

each registration under $100. A withdrawal fee of $25 will

be charged for each registration $100 and higher.

A refund will be issued minus the withdrawal fee when requested at least seven or more calendar days prior to the

first activity meeting. When a refund is requested six or fewer calendar days prior to the first activity meeting or

once a class or activity has started, a refund shall be issued

ONLY if: You move out of town

You are medically unable to participate

Department action requires cancellation of the activity

(no withdrawal fee will be charged)

Refunds will be prorated for classes already attended. No refund will be issued if you fail to show up for a registered

activity, class or trip. No refund will be given for athletic league fees and trips that require prepayment of advanced

reservation tickets or admission fees. Some activities re-

quire a non-refundable registration fee.

Withdrawal/Refund Policy


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