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Special Interest
FEATURING FEATURING
29 EXCITING
English for Adults
NEW
PROGRAMS!
Instructor: Mary Ulin
Location: Community Center, Fireside Room
Material Fee: $15
Beginner English for Adults
Let’s build vocabulary, learn grammar, and practice speaking and listening
in this fun English class. Students should already be familiar with ABC’s
before enrolling. Min: 4; Max: 12. No class: November 11, 25, 27.
DATE AGE TIME DAY FEE
9/9-12/4 18+ 8:45-10:00 AM Tu, Th R $315/NR $377
Intermediate English for Adults
Students who want to learn new vocabulary, feel more comfortable with
verb tenses, practice pronunciation, and improve their English speaking
and listening skills should enroll in this fun class. Min: 4; Max: 12.
No class: November 11, 25, 27.
DATE AGE TIME DAY FEE
9/9-12/4 18+ 10:00-11:15 AM Tu, Th R $315/NR $377
Advanced English for Adults
This class is for students who want to have fun while communicating
more fluently and comfortably. We will learn more verb tenses, continue
to practice pronunciation, and build an expansive vocabulary.
Min: 4; Max: 12. No class: November 11, 25, 27.
DATE AGE TIME DAY FEE
9/9-12/4 18+ 11:15 AM-12:30 PM Tu, Th R $315/NR $377
NEW
The Joyful Recorder!
Instructor: San Marino Music Center
Location: Community Center, MPR 3
Material Fee: $25
Participants will learn fingerings to play basic scales and melodies. Learn
to read music notation for the instrument based on the course book.
Pop melodies will also be taught in the course. Min: 7; Max: 14. No
class: November 11.
DATE AGE TIME DAY FEE
9/9-11/18 50+ 1:30-2:30 PM Tu R $160/NR $190
NEW
Beginner Voice Class
Instructor: San Marino Music Center
Location: Community Center, MPR 3
Material Fee: $20
Join us to learn foundations for developing a healthy singing voice.
Beginners will be taught stretches for singers and proper posture,
develop breath support, learn vocal warm-ups, and develop pitch
accuracy while singing simple melodies. Min: 7; Max: 14.
DATE AGE TIME DAY FEE
9/10-11/12 50+ 1:30-2:30 PM W R $160/NR $190
NEW
You Can Uke!
Instructor: San Marino Music Center
Location: Community Center, MPR 3
Material Fee: $20
Participants will learn proper left- & right-hand technique for playing
the ukulele. Musical exercises, scales, and chords will be covered as well
as reading music notation based on the course book. Min: 7; Max: 10.
DATE AGE TIME DAY FEE
9/11-11/13 50+ 1:30-2:30 PM Th R $160/NR $190
NEW
Watercolor-Life Enrichment
Instructor: George Liang
Location: Community Center, MPR 2
Unlock the beauty of watercolor painting through a thoughtful, step-by-
step process designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Whether you
are looking to enhance your technical skills or simply enjoy the artistic
nature of watercolor, this class provides a supportive and engaging
environment where creativity flourishes. Min: 5; Max: 10.
DATE AGE TIME DAY FEE
9/12-10/10 18+ 5:30-8:30 PM F R $185/NR $220
Lectures
Health & Wellness Talk:
Tooth Truths and Gum Goals
Wednesday, September 17 | 1 PM
Location: Community Center, MPR 1
Presenter: Lisa A. Hou DDS, MS
As the population ages, maintaining oral health becomes an essential, yet
often overlooked, component of overall well-being. This presentation
explores the unique challenges and needs of older adults when it comes
to dental care - highlighting common oral conditions, systemic health
connection, and practical strategies for prevention and management.
Proactive, compassionate, and personalized oral healthcare has the
power to preserve not only smiles but also independence, comfort, and
dignity throughout the aging journey. Registration is not required.
Smarter Living Series:
Lifelong Learning
Wednesday, October 1 | 1 PM
Location: Community Center, MPR 2
Presenter: Elizabeth Nesbitt
This presentation explores the power of lifelong learning as a mindset
and practice that fuels personal growth, professional development, and
adaptability in a changing world. We’ll discuss how to cultivate curiosity,
seek meaningful challenges, and build habits that support continuous
learning at any stage of life. Nesbitt is the Director of Gift Planning
at the University of Southern California, and her career reflects a
deep commitment to education, the arts, and continuous growth.
Registration is not required.
Nature Series:
From Butterflies to Mountain
Lions, Community Efforts to
Save Wildlife
Wednesday, October 15 | 1 PM
Location: Community Center, MPR 2
Presenter: Nicole Calhoun, Native Plant Horticulturist
California’s wildlife is rich and remarkable, but at risk. Gather to hear
inspiring stories of community efforts, large and small, to restore
habitats for the wild creatures that call California home. Registration
is not required.
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