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Cafecito@Vivalon Hispanic Social Group (In Person)
- Thursdays | 9 AM – 12 PM | 999 Third Street, San Rafael
- Te invitamos a nuestro nuevo encuentro social hispano, Cafecito@Vivalon. Este encuentro social ha sido diseñado para la comunidad hispana en nuestro querido vecindario. Nosotros proveeremos el café, venga a compartir historias, conocer nuevos amigos y celebrar nuestra maravillosa cultura.
- Contact Ariana Diaz Abreu at 415-456-9062 x165 for more information.
Zumba at J. Albert Boro (In Person & Remote)
- Thursdays | 10 AM – 10:45 AM | 50 Canal Street, San Rafael
- Join this fun fitness class designed for older adults with lively music! Come ready to sweat and leave feeling stronger. The class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility, and balance.
- Instructor: Jimna
Tai Chi for Falls Prevention (In Person)
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- Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10 AM – 11 AM | 999 Third Street, San Rafael
- Did you know that recent research proves Tai Chi’s superiority in reducing high blood pressure compared to brisk walking or stair climbing? Experience remarkable benefits with this ancient martial art—improved balance, flexibility, and heart health.
- This program consists of two 1hr weekly sessions for 8 consecutive weeks. Drop ins are welcome at any time during the 8-week series.
- Registration is not required.
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Resource Office (In Person)
- Monday – Thursday | 10 AM – 12 PM | 999 Third Street, San Rafael
- Do you have questions about community resources for seniors? Do you have questions about where you can inquire about legal, housing or financial resources in Marin? The Resource Office can help! Walk-ins and phone calls welcome.
- Contact Guest Services at 415-456-9062 for more information.
Technology Tutor (In Person)
- Thursday | 10 AM – 12 PM | 999 Third Street, San Rafael
- Schedule a free one-hour tutoring appointment with our tech wizard Rachel, and bring your questions about Android smartphones, Apple laptops and iPads.
- Registration required. Contact Maeve Murphy at 415-456-9062 x102 to register.
Painting with Debra – Acrylics (Remote)
- Thursdays | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- In Debra’s class, you will learn about the materials and techniques of painting with acrylics. Debra will cover color mixing, composition, and creating dynamic and well-crafted paintings. Previous experience is not required.
- Registration required. Contact Christy Birch at 415-456-9062 x151 to register.
- Recommended Materials for Painting with Acrylics:
- Materials are available at Rileystreet Art Supply on 4th St. in San Rafael. Tell them you’re taking Debra Maddox’s class at Vivalon to receive a 10% discount. Also, some materials may be obtained at Michaels, DickBlick.com, Amazon or Perry’s in San Anselmo.
- Brushes – Princeton Dakota filberts (#2 and #4) and Princeton Dakota bright (#8)
- Watercolor or acrylics paper (cheaper brands are okay)
- Liquitex extender/blender medium to slow drying time
- Acrylic Paint (brand recommendations: Liquitex Acrylics or Golden Open Acrylics – Golden Open is more expensive, but higher quality). You can start with a Liquitex starter set, or purchase the following colors:
- White – buy the large size Liquitex Basics
- Black
- Paynes Grey
- Cad Yellow
- Naples Yellow
- Cad Red
- Alizarin Crimson
- Cerulean Blue
- Ultramarine Blue
- Violet
- Burnt Umber
- Burnt Sienna
- Palette: Disposable paper palettes or paper plates are a good start. There is also the “Sta-Wet” paint storage system to keep your paints moist from week to week.
- Optional Materials:
- Grey Scale and Value Finder
- Pocket Color Whee
Jewelry Making 2 (In Person)
- Thursdays | 1:30 AM – 3:30 PM | 999 Third Street, San Rafael
- Nurture the creative artist inside of you. Learn a variety of skills for making necklaces, earrings and bracelets. Tools and supplies will be provided. You must take Jewelry 1 prior to taking this class. These classes are currently full, but you can call 415-456-9062 to be added to our waitlist for the next sessions.
- Registration required.
Technology Tutor (In Person)
- Thursday | 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | 999 Third Street, San Rafael
- Schedule a free one-hour tutoring appointment with our tech wizard Rachel, and bring your questions about Android smartphones, Apple laptops and iPads.
- Registration required. Contact Maeve Murphy at 415-456-9062 x102 to register.
Technology Tutor (In Person)
- Thursday | 2 PM – 4 PM | 999 Third Street, San Rafael
- Schedule a free one-hour tutoring appointment with our tech wizard Rachel, and bring your questions about Android smartphones, Apple laptops and iPads.
- Registration required. Contact Maeve Murphy at 415-456-9062 x102 to register.
