Ventura Readers Book Club at E.P Foster Library
Book lovers, come join the club the first Saturday
of the month 10 am-12 pm to discuss new fiction, history and biography
selections. The meetings are free. Light refreshments will be served.
To get information about this month’s book, please call 654-7745.
Spanish Classes
If you would like to learn conversational Spanish,
come join one of three classes.
Beginning Spanish, 9 a.m. –11 a.m. Thursday
Second Year Spanish, 11a.m.-1 p.m., Thursday
Intermediate Spanish, 9 a.m.-noon, Friday at the Senior Recreation Center.
Please call 289-7925 to register.
Computer Classes
Free classes for people 50 and over are offered
through Ventura Adult Continuing Education Monday through Friday from
8-4 and Tuesday and Thursday night. Please call 289-7925 for more information.
Adult Literacy Program
The adult literacy program through the Ventura
County Library offers one-on-one tutoring at no cost to anyone interested
in learning how to read Tuesday and Thursdays from 4:30 - 7:30 at the
Ventura Avenue Adult Center. Please call 641-4452 for more information.
Investment Group
Share tips on the stock market and other investments.
Guest speakers often join the discussion. 10-11:30 a.m. every Monday at
the Senior Recreation Center.
Dessert and Discourse
The City of Ventura, in collaboration with Ventura
College, has developed this lecture series designed for mature adults
interested in cultural activities and mental, physical and spiritual health
on the last Friday of the month from 6-7:30 pm at Guthrie Hall. Refreshments
will be served. All events are free, but reservations are requested by
calling 648-2829.
Safe Drivers Classes
The Mature Driver Safety Program sponsored by
AARP is offered at our centers. These collaborative classes offer a certification
of completion recognized by most insurance companies that might assist
to lower your rates. Classes are offered throughout the year. Please
call the centers for schedule information and registration to the Ventura
Avenue Adult Center 648-3035 or the Senior Recreation Center 648-2829.
Service Corp of Retired Executives
Association
SCORE, a non-profit, public service organization,
offers free and confidential business advice with a professional, volunteer
counselor. Learn how to develop your business plan, discuss a new idea
or tackle a business problem. Please call 204-6022 to make an appointment
to meet Fridays at VAAC.
35 Plus Radio Program on KVTA 1520AM
This program gives weekly updates about new
programs or special events, and presents interviews with local organizations
that serve Ventura County residents. Tune in for to 35 Plus every Saturday
at 3pm on KVTA 1520AM. Also, Listen for the Ventura Senior Update Segment
on the Dave and Spence Show - 8:15 am Tuesdays.