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Adult 50+ Newsletter
August 2026
Monthly News & Updates Adults 50+ |
August 2026 |
Civic Park Community Center Hours:
Monday–Thursday
9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
(925) 295-1490 || artsrec@walnutcreekca.gov
Important Highlights |
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Fall Registration opened August 5, classes start in september!Fall Registration is open! Ready to try something new this season with Arts + Rec? Fall classes begin September 6–plenty of time to sign up! |
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Pretty Tea Party
Monday, 9/28
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
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The Perennials Garden Group is hosting a tea party that will take you back in time to the era of Downton Abbey! There will be a Garden Hat contest, Garden Bingo, and other fun activities. All attendees need to be 2026 Walnut Creek Seniors Club members. Apply for a 2026 WCSC membership online.
Upcoming Classes |
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All About iCloudFriday, 8/1410:30 AM–12:30 PM This workshop teaches you all about how to use iCloud. Bring your own Apple devices to class and make sure they are updated to the latest version of their operating system. |
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Women's Self Defense & Personal SafetyWednesday, 8/265:30 PM–8:30 PM In this supportive, fun, and engaging introductory class, you'll practice practical physical techniques designed specifically for common real-world assault scenarios. |
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For more adult ceramics, cooking, music, and art classes, be sure to check online!
Free Community Workshops |
Provided by Dr. Townsend of Valley Audiology: Free Hearing Screening & Hearing Aid Cleanings
3rd Friday of the month
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Schedule an appointment by calling (925) 932-6500. Please say “I’d like a free community center hearing test or free aid cleaning” when calling to book an appointment.
Senior Services |
Curious about accessible transportation in Contra Costa County?
Join free weekly virtual office hours every Wednesday from 5:30 PM–6:30 PM hosted by the Office of Accessibility and Equity. View Zoom instructions online.
Free income tax preparation is again offered by the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program!
Service is provided by IRS certified tax counselors and is available to people of all ages. You do not need to be an AARP member. Appointments can be made online.
For general questions, call (925) 726-3199or email taxaideccc@gmail.com.
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Walnut Creek Seniors Club Drop-in Spotlight |

Walnut Creek Seniors Club Drop-in Spotlight
The Walnut Creek Seniors Club has many drop-in programs, from Bingo and Mah-Jong to Bridge, Qi Gong, Trivia, and more! Download the schedule and check it out! Questions? Contact the Civic Park Community Center (925) 295-1490!
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Bridge & Chess Folk Music Jam Dine with Café Costa! |
Hooked on Books Monthly, 1st Tuesday of the month Next Book Tuesday, 9/1: The other Einstein by Marie Benedict |
Additional Community Workshops |
Calling all family caregivers. You spend so much time caring for others, this afternoon is just for you.
Saturday,8/15
1:00 PM–4:00 PM
Cancer Support Community, Walnut Creek

Redwood Caregiver Resource Center
Caregiver 101Tuesday, 8/18 For the family members or caregivers of patients with the diagnosis of dementia. Strategies for dealing with dementia associated symptoms and the importance of advanced planning. |
Valley Caregiver Resource Center Navigating MedicareThursday, 8/20 A 90-minute class discussing the difference between Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, Part D, and Medigaps. Registered HICAP counselors will be available to answer questions. |
Diablo Valley Giving Partners - TeleCARE ProgramDiablo Valley Giving Partners - TeleCare TeleCare connects volunteers with homebound seniors through regular outreach and well-being calls. |
Upcoming Arts Events |
Handcrafted Holiday Sale–Applications Open for Artist Vendors!
Apply to be an Artist Vendor at this year’s Handcrafted Holiday Sale. Shadelands Art Center looks forward to hosting our annual Handcrafted Holiday Sale on Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 at Shadelands Art Center (111 N Wiget Ln). Learn more here.
Center REP’s 59th season–featuring $59 tickets!–is on sale now for productions beginning this September
From the Tennessee Williams classic The Glass Menagerie to the cult-favorite rock musical Bat Boy: The Musical, the season pulls back the curtain on what it means to live life to its fullest, dream beyond tomorrow, and love like there’s no tomorrow. Subscription packages at $59 a play are available now online.
The Bedford’s annual juried exhibition returns with CALeidoscope: Evolving Reflections of California, a vibrant celebration of our Golden State.
On view beginning July 11, CALeidoscope honors the breathtaking geography of our great state and reflects its esteemed position as a cultural leader and hotbed for creativity and innovation. Featuring the work of over 70 artists, don’t miss this new exhibition, on view through September 13.
You can reserve your Pay What You Can Tickets today online.
CALeidoscope Family Tour
Saturday, 8/15
11:00 AM–12:00 PM
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EXTRA RESOURCES
Covia's Well Connected Program
For more information, call (877) 797-7299
Well Connected members call in via a toll-free number at a set time each week, with some groups also offering the option to connect via computer, tablet, or mobile device. Most groups last 30 minutes to an hour with around 12 participants. Newcomers are always welcome! If you don’t feel like talking at first, you’re welcome to just listen as long as you’ve let the group know you’re there.




