NEXT Village and District 2 University (D2U) events on our calendar are open to all adults 60+ in northeast San Francisco. You do not need to be a member of NEXT Village to attend. Events are free unless indicated. Events are currently being held on Zoom (online or by phone) until we can meet in person again.
Mon Jan 0 4
NEXT Village's Writing Group
NEXT Village’s Monthly Writing Group
Featuring JACKIE HEWITT
Monday January 4 and 18 1:00 – 2:45pm
Online and Open to everyone!
We are an informal, facilitated writing group.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Tue Jan 0 5
Posture & Alignment Series
Join Roxanna Benjamin for a weekly series to assess alignment in the 4 most common postures: standing, sitting, lying and walking. Learn how your body should hold itself up in a safe way that won’t strain your joints, will activate your muscles, strengthen your core and move more freely. Benefits of improved posture include better breathing, improved digestions, increased mobility and strength. Tuesdays January 5, 12, 19, & 26.
Roxanna Benjamin is a fitness instructor who focuses on POP Pilates and PIIT28 instruction. She also has a special interest in digestive health and nutrition from her personal journey toward a plant based diet and teaches seminars in these topics along with food preparation demonstrations.
Tue Jan 0 5
Try Something New Seven Day Challenge
It’s a new year. Start it off right by joining NEXT Village’s Try Something New Seven Day Challenge.
We’re making it super simple to get outside of your normal routine and try something new. Who knows, you might just discover something you really enjoy doing or a good habit you want to continue!
At our kick-off event, we’ll have a list of ideas for inspiration, or you can come up with your own. The key is to make sure things are manageable and do-able in a relatively short period of time. Include things you think will be fun, as well as a few that challenge you to make positive improvements in your life.
Our Zoom meeting for the Challenge will be casual as we want you to be inspired by each other. Rather than a formal speaker, we will break into small groups so you can share your ideas or get tips from others. Who knows, you might even find someone who wants to join you in doing something. It can be fun to have company – even when socially distanced trying a new Zoom activity together!
Examples of ideas include: walk 10 minutes longer than normal on a new route; call a friend or family member you haven’t talked with in a long time; put on a song and dance around like no one is watching; try a new recipe; try a group activity you’ve never done before (NEXT offers lots of options – from Trivia to Improv to Drawing to Writing); perform a random act of kindness for someone else; write down three things you are grateful for before you go to bed; etc.
Each day during the week, write down something new you did that day and pat yourself on the back.
For those who want to follow up after a week to compare notes, we’ll have an optional debrief on Jan 12 at 1 PM so you can give others ideas on things they should try and share things that surprised or delighted you.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Wed Jan 0 6
LOW-IMPACT CARDIO & STRENGTH
In this four part series, we will be going over the basics for maintaining physical health and well being. Our main focus areas will include cardio, strength, balance and mobility. These exercise routines can be done in the home or the gym, with minimal equipment required. Each exercise will come with options to make the experience more comfortable or challenging. Wednesdays January 6, 13, 20 & 27.
Tony Jones is a certified personal trainer from the Bay Area. He loves to help his clients develop and maintain long term active lifestyles. He believes that exercise is as much a tool of self empowerment as it is a way to get in shape. He uses different training strategies and styles to help clients build self confidence, resilience, and stay active for life!”
You will be required to complete a waiver to participate. The waiver will be sent through Docusign after you register.
Wed Jan 0 6
Women's Conversation Group (D2U)
Women’s Conversation Group (D2U)
Featuring Ace Volunteers Alex & Leslie Pellegrini
Weekly on Wednesdays, 1 – 2 pm: January 6, 13, 20 & 27
Alex and Leslie continue their popular facilitated weekly women’s conversation group.
This has become a highlight of the week for women wanting to have a weekly anchor event to keep them laughing and connected (via a safe, socially distanced Zoom gathering!).
This is a special community for women who want to join a close knit and welcoming weekly group. You never know what questions will be asked as you learn more about each other’s interests, values, and lives.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Thu Jan 0 7
Italian Conversation Group (D2U)
Benvenuti Italian Language Speakers and Learners!!!!
Join other Italians, Italian-Americans, and non-native Italian speakers who want to practice Italian in an informal and welcoming environment.
This is a casual gathering where people can use and practice their Italian. No judgement, no pressure!
Join us weekly as we help each other practice Italian with a fun group of fellow lovers of the language!
Logistical Notes:
- Group meets weekly every Thursday at 11 AM — January 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2021.
- Come to as many sessions as you can, but it’s OK to miss some! Join when you can.
- This is a conversation group rather than a beginners’ class, so basic conversational abilities are requested.
Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Stress Busters INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS – 5 Steps to Deal with Stress
Stress comes in many ways. It’s that uneasy feeling we get when we’re upset — whether it’s because we’re angry, worried, depressed or disturbed for other reasons. For many of us, it’s hard not to be stressed and anxious in the midst of challenging times.
In Stress Buster workshops, we’ll learn how stress starts and a simple effective method to handle your reaction to situations. You’ll learn a five step process to reduce stress and help you better respond to any situation in a helpful way, instead of getting upset. Stress Busters (also known as Ding Sum) has been serving seniors in San Francisco for over 30 years, reaching 900 people through monthly in person seminars, and now via Zoom!
This weekly series is fun and practical. Leave each session with new practical insights on how to better handle whatever life throws at you. This Introductory series is for anyone who hasn’t done Stress Busters before, or for anyone who would like a refresher!
INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS
Learn the basics about the 5 steps and how to apply them (1. Stop, 2. Assess, 3. Decide, 4. Do, 5. Re-evaluate) in this 8 week series. OK if you need to miss some meetings in the series – join again when you can!
Intro Workshops are on Thursdays at 1 PM
Topics for each week are below. It’s OK if you missed previous sessions. Stress Busters does a review each week on previous steps!
- Nov 12 – Introduction to 5 steps & Step 1: Stop
- Nov. 19 – Step 2: Assess
- Dec. 10 – Step 3: Decide
- Dec. 17 – Step 4: Do
- Jan. 7 – Step 5: Re-evaluate
- Jan. 14 – Stress and Uncertainty
- Jan. 21 – Memories and Stress
- Jan 28 – Topic TBD
_________
Stress Busters INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOPS
In addition to the Introduction to Stress Busters series above, NEXT Village offers “Intermediate” level workshops and discussion groups to those who have already attended Stress Busters workshops and are familiar with the five steps. Details on our Intermediate level sessions are below.
MONTHLY DISCUSSION GROUP
Informal discussion group to provide an interactive opportunity to share and discuss concepts from the workshops. Upcoming dates:
- 3 PM on January 7 and February 4
MONTHLY “INTERMEDIATE” WORKSHOPS
These workshops delve into more detail on how to apply the 5 steps successfully. You’re welcome to join in as you’ll get value from them even if you haven’t done all of the Intro courses. Upcoming dates:
- 3 PM on January 21 and February 18
_________
List of the Stress Busters five steps can be found at http://www.123dingsum.org/how-to-ding-sum
Speakers – Eileen Chan and Gary Ow are native San Franciscans. Both have volunteered with Stress Busters since the organization was founded over 30 years ago. Eileen is trained as an optometrist and Gary Ow works in computer technology. They are married with three grown children.
> Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Thu Jan 0 7
Stress Busters - Discussion Group (D2U)
Stress Busters workshops or discussion groups alternate on Thursday every 2 weeks to help us get through the pandemic and beyond together!
In our monthly Stress Busters workshops, Eileen and Gary provide lessons on 5 simple steps you can use to reduce stress. Upcoming workshop dates: 3PM Thursday Jan 21 and Feb 18
In addition to workshops, each month they offer an informal discussion group to provide a more interactive opportunity for us to share and discuss concepts from the workshops in more depth. Upcoming discussion group date: 3PM Thursday Feb 4
Discussion groups have become a wonderful monthly gathering for people to compare notes on what has been stressing us out, how we reacted, and learn how we might apply the Stress Busters techniques to future situations.
If you haven’t been to a Stress Busters workshop before, the 5 steps can be found at http://www.123dingsum.org/how-to-ding-sum
Speakers – Eileen Chan and Gary Ow are native San Franciscans. Both have volunteered with Stress Busters since the organization was founded over 30 years ago. Eileen is trained as an optometrist and Gary Ow works in computer technology. They are married with three grown children.
Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Fri Jan 0 8
NEXT Village Entertainment SWAP!
NEXT Village Entertainment SWAP! Fridays 11:15-12
704 Filbert Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Bring your used books, movies, Jigsaw puzzles and other entertainment to recycle and share with other NEXT’ers. Barbara and Kim will be at the NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert Street, on Fridays from 11am to 12pm to accept your donations and let you pick some new to you entertainment to help you pass the quarantine time.(PS: Sadly this is not a social visit, but a quick exchange. Please remember your mask and practice social distancing )
Fri Jan 0 8
DRINK AND DRAW with Lucia Gonnella
Friday, January 8th, 1-3pm
No experience with watercolor required. You may also use pencils.
Register for this event at: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Mon Jan 1 1
Improv for Beginners
Looking for a new activity that will have you laughing so hard it hurts (in a good way) while teaching you valuable life skills?
Try Improv!
If you’ve never done Improv before, here’s your chance to see just how much fun it can be!
Improvization is the ability to make something special from nothing.
Instructor Louise Vogel will guide us through Improv techniques like active listening, being mindful, communication and trust. She’ll use games and exercises to flex your creative muscles.
While Improv may seem like a lot of fun, it also develops useful skills like dealing with uncertainty, thinking creatively to navigate the unknown and teamwork.
Everyone is welcome. No prior experience is necessary. Have fun with others and draw on your own background and imagination!
If you haven’t done it before, give Improvization Theatre a try. You might be surprised at what you can do and how much fun you can have being authentic, silly, crazy and weird!
Come play with other adults and learn the art of Improvization!!! You don’t have to participate with the players. You are welcome to observe and see what happens! We guarantee fun and laughter!!!
Presenter: Louise Vogel has been the Company Manager/Assistant Director and member of the Aquatic Park Players at the Aquatic Park Sr. Center in San Francisco since April 2016. Louise graduated with a BA in Speech and Theatre and has had experience in Children’s Theatre, Mime, Acting and Improvization. She studied Improvization with Sue Walden and Joya Cory in San Francisco for several years and has taught Improv Theatre at the Aquatic Park Sr. Center and is looking forward to continuing doing Zoom sessions with new and seasoned players.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Mon Jan 1 1
cHeeRS! hAPPY hOUR, with Ms. Kim
Come mix and mingle with other NEXT members
Monday, January 11th, 4-5pm
Everyone is welcome! By Zoom or by Phone!
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Tue Jan 1 2
Posture & Alignment Series
Join Roxanna Benjamin for a weekly series to assess alignment in the 4 most common postures: standing, sitting, lying and walking. Learn how your body should hold itself up in a safe way that won’t strain your joints, will activate your muscles, strengthen your core and move more freely. Benefits of improved posture include better breathing, improved digestions, increased mobility and strength. Tuesdays January 5, 12, 19, & 26.
Roxanna Benjamin is a fitness instructor who focuses on POP Pilates and PIIT28 instruction. She also has a special interest in digestive health and nutrition from her personal journey toward a plant based diet and teaches seminars in these topics along with food preparation demonstrations.
Wed Jan 1 3
LOW-IMPACT CARDIO & STRENGTH
In this four part series, we will be going over the basics for maintaining physical health and well being. Our main focus areas will include cardio, strength, balance and mobility. These exercise routines can be done in the home or the gym, with minimal equipment required. Each exercise will come with options to make the experience more comfortable or challenging. Wednesdays January 6, 13, 20 & 27.
Tony Jones is a certified personal trainer from the Bay Area. He loves to help his clients develop and maintain long term active lifestyles. He believes that exercise is as much a tool of self empowerment as it is a way to get in shape. He uses different training strategies and styles to help clients build self confidence, resilience, and stay active for life!”
You will be required to complete a waiver to participate. The waiver will be sent through Docusign after you register.
Wed Jan 1 3
Women's Conversation Group (D2U)
Women’s Conversation Group (D2U)
Featuring Ace Volunteers Alex & Leslie Pellegrini
Weekly on Wednesdays, 1 – 2 pm: January 6, 13, 20 & 27
Alex and Leslie continue their popular facilitated weekly women’s conversation group.
This has become a highlight of the week for women wanting to have a weekly anchor event to keep them laughing and connected (via a safe, socially distanced Zoom gathering!).
This is a special community for women who want to join a close knit and welcoming weekly group. You never know what questions will be asked as you learn more about each other’s interests, values, and lives.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Wed Jan 1 3
LUNCH IS SERVED! Lunch with the Bunch!
Wednesday, January 13th 11:30-12:30 or so.
Get some take out and meet us at Zoom!
(Phone or computer)
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Thu Jan 1 4
Italian Conversation Group (D2U)
Benvenuti Italian Language Speakers and Learners!!!!
Join other Italians, Italian-Americans, and non-native Italian speakers who want to practice Italian in an informal and welcoming environment.
This is a casual gathering where people can use and practice their Italian. No judgement, no pressure!
Join us weekly as we help each other practice Italian with a fun group of fellow lovers of the language!
Logistical Notes:
- Group meets weekly every Thursday at 11 AM — January 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2021.
- Come to as many sessions as you can, but it’s OK to miss some! Join when you can.
- This is a conversation group rather than a beginners’ class, so basic conversational abilities are requested.
Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Stress Busters INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS – 5 Steps to Deal with Stress
Stress comes in many ways. It’s that uneasy feeling we get when we’re upset — whether it’s because we’re angry, worried, depressed or disturbed for other reasons. For many of us, it’s hard not to be stressed and anxious in the midst of challenging times.
In Stress Buster workshops, we’ll learn how stress starts and a simple effective method to handle your reaction to situations. You’ll learn a five step process to reduce stress and help you better respond to any situation in a helpful way, instead of getting upset. Stress Busters (also known as Ding Sum) has been serving seniors in San Francisco for over 30 years, reaching 900 people through monthly in person seminars, and now via Zoom!
This weekly series is fun and practical. Leave each session with new practical insights on how to better handle whatever life throws at you. This Introductory series is for anyone who hasn’t done Stress Busters before, or for anyone who would like a refresher!
INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS
Learn the basics about the 5 steps and how to apply them (1. Stop, 2. Assess, 3. Decide, 4. Do, 5. Re-evaluate) in this 8 week series. OK if you need to miss some meetings in the series – join again when you can!
Intro Workshops are on Thursdays at 1 PM
Topics for each week are below. It’s OK if you missed previous sessions. Stress Busters does a review each week on previous steps!
- Nov 12 – Introduction to 5 steps & Step 1: Stop
- Nov. 19 – Step 2: Assess
- Dec. 10 – Step 3: Decide
- Dec. 17 – Step 4: Do
- Jan. 7 – Step 5: Re-evaluate
- Jan. 14 – Stress and Uncertainty
- Jan. 21 – Memories and Stress
- Jan 28 – Topic TBD
_________
Stress Busters INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOPS
In addition to the Introduction to Stress Busters series above, NEXT Village offers “Intermediate” level workshops and discussion groups to those who have already attended Stress Busters workshops and are familiar with the five steps. Details on our Intermediate level sessions are below.
MONTHLY DISCUSSION GROUP
Informal discussion group to provide an interactive opportunity to share and discuss concepts from the workshops. Upcoming dates:
- 3 PM on January 7 and February 4
MONTHLY “INTERMEDIATE” WORKSHOPS
These workshops delve into more detail on how to apply the 5 steps successfully. You’re welcome to join in as you’ll get value from them even if you haven’t done all of the Intro courses. Upcoming dates:
- 3 PM on January 21 and February 18
_________
List of the Stress Busters five steps can be found at http://www.123dingsum.org/how-to-ding-sum
Speakers – Eileen Chan and Gary Ow are native San Franciscans. Both have volunteered with Stress Busters since the organization was founded over 30 years ago. Eileen is trained as an optometrist and Gary Ow works in computer technology. They are married with three grown children.
> Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Fri Jan 1 5
NEXT Village Entertainment SWAP!
NEXT Village Entertainment SWAP! Fridays 11:15-12
704 Filbert Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Bring your used books, movies, Jigsaw puzzles and other entertainment to recycle and share with other NEXT’ers. Barbara and Kim will be at the NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert Street, on Fridays from 11am to 12pm to accept your donations and let you pick some new to you entertainment to help you pass the quarantine time.(PS: Sadly this is not a social visit, but a quick exchange. Please remember your mask and practice social distancing )
Fri Jan 1 5
Coffee n’ Conversation
Looking for a place to have conversations with people about current events and random topics in a casual, informal gathering?
Join us for our first Coffee n’ Conversation. It’s the Zoom equivalent of meeting a few friends at the local coffee shop.
We’ll provide some questions to get things started so in small groups of 3-4 people you can discuss what’s going on and share your perspective and hear from others. We welcome suggestions for starter questions or topics!
If there’s interest, we can continue the conversation group on a regular basis as a forum for gathering with people to compare notes on what is going on in San Francisco and the world until we can meet in person in a local coffee shop.
Not a coffee drinker? No problem, tea, water or no beverage are also perfectly acceptable!
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Mon Jan 1 8
NEXT Village’s Writing Group
Featuring JACKIE HEWITT
Monday January 4 and 18 1:00 – 2:45pm
Online and Open to everyone!
We are an informal, facilitated writing group.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Tue Jan 1 9
Posture & Alignment Series
Join Roxanna Benjamin for a weekly series to assess alignment in the 4 most common postures: standing, sitting, lying and walking. Learn how your body should hold itself up in a safe way that won’t strain your joints, will activate your muscles, strengthen your core and move more freely. Benefits of improved posture include better breathing, improved digestions, increased mobility and strength. Tuesdays January 5, 12, 19, & 26.
Roxanna Benjamin is a fitness instructor who focuses on POP Pilates and PIIT28 instruction. She also has a special interest in digestive health and nutrition from her personal journey toward a plant based diet and teaches seminars in these topics along with food preparation demonstrations.
Wed Jan 2 0
LOW-IMPACT CARDIO & STRENGTH
In this four part series, we will be going over the basics for maintaining physical health and well being. Our main focus areas will include cardio, strength, balance and mobility. These exercise routines can be done in the home or the gym, with minimal equipment required. Each exercise will come with options to make the experience more comfortable or challenging. Wednesdays January 6, 13, 20 & 27.
Tony Jones is a certified personal trainer from the Bay Area. He loves to help his clients develop and maintain long term active lifestyles. He believes that exercise is as much a tool of self empowerment as it is a way to get in shape. He uses different training strategies and styles to help clients build self confidence, resilience, and stay active for life!”
You will be required to complete a waiver to participate. The waiver will be sent through Docusign after you register.
Wed Jan 2 0
Women's Conversation Group (D2U)
Women’s Conversation Group (D2U)
Featuring Ace Volunteers Alex & Leslie Pellegrini
Weekly on Wednesdays, 1 – 2 pm: January 6, 13, 20 & 27
Alex and Leslie continue their popular facilitated weekly women’s conversation group.
This has become a highlight of the week for women wanting to have a weekly anchor event to keep them laughing and connected (via a safe, socially distanced Zoom gathering!).
This is a special community for women who want to join a close knit and welcoming weekly group. You never know what questions will be asked as you learn more about each other’s interests, values, and lives.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Wed Jan 2 0
Death Café - Circle of Sharing
NEXT is pleased to announce that the wonderful Ms. Jackie Hewitt will continue facilitating Death Cafe in 2021!
NEXT will offer Death Café on the third Wednesday of the month from 2-3pm
Time: 02:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Via Zoom
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Thu Jan 2 1
Italian Conversation Group (D2U)
Benvenuti Italian Language Speakers and Learners!!!!
Join other Italians, Italian-Americans, and non-native Italian speakers who want to practice Italian in an informal and welcoming environment.
This is a casual gathering where people can use and practice their Italian. No judgement, no pressure!
Join us weekly as we help each other practice Italian with a fun group of fellow lovers of the language!
Logistical Notes:
- Group meets weekly every Thursday at 11 AM — January 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2021.
- Come to as many sessions as you can, but it’s OK to miss some! Join when you can.
- This is a conversation group rather than a beginners’ class, so basic conversational abilities are requested.
Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Stress Busters INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS – 5 Steps to Deal with Stress
Stress comes in many ways. It’s that uneasy feeling we get when we’re upset — whether it’s because we’re angry, worried, depressed or disturbed for other reasons. For many of us, it’s hard not to be stressed and anxious in the midst of challenging times.
In Stress Buster workshops, we’ll learn how stress starts and a simple effective method to handle your reaction to situations. You’ll learn a five step process to reduce stress and help you better respond to any situation in a helpful way, instead of getting upset. Stress Busters (also known as Ding Sum) has been serving seniors in San Francisco for over 30 years, reaching 900 people through monthly in person seminars, and now via Zoom!
This weekly series is fun and practical. Leave each session with new practical insights on how to better handle whatever life throws at you. This Introductory series is for anyone who hasn’t done Stress Busters before, or for anyone who would like a refresher!
INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS
Learn the basics about the 5 steps and how to apply them (1. Stop, 2. Assess, 3. Decide, 4. Do, 5. Re-evaluate) in this 8 week series. OK if you need to miss some meetings in the series – join again when you can!
Intro Workshops are on Thursdays at 1 PM
Topics for each week are below. It’s OK if you missed previous sessions. Stress Busters does a review each week on previous steps!
- Nov 12 – Introduction to 5 steps & Step 1: Stop
- Nov. 19 – Step 2: Assess
- Dec. 10 – Step 3: Decide
- Dec. 17 – Step 4: Do
- Jan. 7 – Step 5: Re-evaluate
- Jan. 14 – Stress and Uncertainty
- Jan. 21 – Memories and Stress
- Jan 28 – Topic TBD
_________
Stress Busters INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOPS
In addition to the Introduction to Stress Busters series above, NEXT Village offers “Intermediate” level workshops and discussion groups to those who have already attended Stress Busters workshops and are familiar with the five steps. Details on our Intermediate level sessions are below.
MONTHLY DISCUSSION GROUP
Informal discussion group to provide an interactive opportunity to share and discuss concepts from the workshops. Upcoming dates:
- 3 PM on January 7 and February 4
MONTHLY “INTERMEDIATE” WORKSHOPS
These workshops delve into more detail on how to apply the 5 steps successfully. You’re welcome to join in as you’ll get value from them even if you haven’t done all of the Intro courses. Upcoming dates:
- 3 PM on January 21 and February 18
_________
List of the Stress Busters five steps can be found at http://www.123dingsum.org/how-to-ding-sum
Speakers – Eileen Chan and Gary Ow are native San Franciscans. Both have volunteered with Stress Busters since the organization was founded over 30 years ago. Eileen is trained as an optometrist and Gary Ow works in computer technology. They are married with three grown children.
> Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Thu Jan 2 1
Stress Busters Intermediate Workshop (D2U)
Stress Busters Intermediate Workshop – 5 Steps to Deal with Stress (D2U)
Stress comes in many ways. It’s that uneasy feeling we get when we’re upset — whether it’s because we’re angry, worried, depressed or disturbed for other reasons. For many of us, it’s hard not to be stressed and anxious in the midst of challenging times.
In Stress Buster workshops, we’ll learn how stress starts and a simple effective method to handle your reaction to situations. You’ll learn a five step process to reduce stress and help you better respond to any situation in a helpful way, instead of getting upset.
This “Intermediate” Workshop is targeted to people who have taken a few Stress Busters workshops previously and have familiarity with the five steps: 1. Stop, 2. Assess, 3. Decide, 4. Do, 5. Re-evaluate. If you haven’t take any of the Introductory Workshops, we invite you to join us for the Intro Stress Busters Series Thursdays at 1 PM on Jan 7, 14, 21 and 28. Register for the Intro Series at bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Speakers – Eileen Chan and Gary Ow are native San Franciscans. Both have volunteered with Stress Busters since the organization was founded over 30 years ago. Eileen is trained as an optometrist and Gary Ow works in computer technology. They are married with three grown children.
Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Fri Jan 2 2
NEXT Village Entertainment SWAP!
NEXT Village Entertainment SWAP! Fridays 11:15-12
704 Filbert Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Bring your used books, movies, Jigsaw puzzles and other entertainment to recycle and share with other NEXT’ers. Barbara and Kim will be at the NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert Street, on Fridays from 11am to 12pm to accept your donations and let you pick some new to you entertainment to help you pass the quarantine time.(PS: Sadly this is not a social visit, but a quick exchange. Please remember your mask and practice social distancing )
Fri Jan 2 2
Hiking the Pacific Coast Trail Presentation
Join us for a presentation on hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in January on Zoom.
Eric (Finder) Steger hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2019, taking 5 ½ months to hike from Campo, California to Manning Provincial Park in Canada. Eric is a life long Sierra hiker that retired from the County of Marin in January 2019 and then did his first long distance hike along the length of the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail at 60 years old.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Join us for Trivial Pursuit, hosted by Theodore Kramer – host extraordinaire. Each month is a different theme. January’s theme: Animals!
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Mon Jan 2 5
Improv This! Improvization Theatre Class
Join us for an Improv class made up of games, exercises and techniques to create monologues and scenes.
Everyone is welcome. No prior experience is necessary. Have fun with others and draw on your own background and imagination!
If you’ve been wanting to try Improv, this is a great opportunity for you to exercise your creative muscles! Instructor Louise Vogel and her group create a very positive, non-judgmental atmosphere.
If you haven’t done it before, give Improvization Theatre a try. You might be surprised at what you can do and how much fun you can have!
Still feeling shy? You can let Louise know you just want to watch the group this round to decide if you want to participate in the fun later.
Presenter: Louise Vogel has been the Company Manager/Assistant Director and member of the Aquatic Park Players at the Aquatic Park Sr. Center in San Francisco since April 2016. Louise graduated with a BA in Speech and Theatre and has had experience in Children’s Theatre, Mime, Acting and Improvization. She studied Improvization with Sue Walden and Joya Cory in San Francisco for several years and has taught Improv Theatre at the Aquatic Park Sr. Center and is looking forward to continuing doing Zoom sessions with new and seasoned players.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Tue Jan 2 6
Posture & Alignment Series
Join Roxanna Benjamin for a weekly series to assess alignment in the 4 most common postures: standing, sitting, lying and walking. Learn how your body should hold itself up in a safe way that won’t strain your joints, will activate your muscles, strengthen your core and move more freely. Benefits of improved posture include better breathing, improved digestions, increased mobility and strength. Tuesdays January 5, 12, 19, & 26.
Roxanna Benjamin is a fitness instructor who focuses on POP Pilates and PIIT28 instruction. She also has a special interest in digestive health and nutrition from her personal journey toward a plant based diet and teaches seminars in these topics along with food preparation demonstrations.
Tue Jan 2 6
Armchair Travel: Siberia -- North of Novosibirsk
This month we send you to Siberia with Phil Williams. Phil will describe what happened in 2000 when, with the Russian economy near collapse, he was asked to help decide the fate of the half-completed Stalin-era Boguchany Dam on the Angara River, the river that flows out of Lake Baikal.
He found himself dealing with the consequences of a little known saga of the Cold War, when the US and USSR were competing for the title of builders of the world’s biggest dams.
His story will lead us from the songs of Woody Guthrie to the arrest of Paul Manafort.
Presenter: Phil Williams is a NEXT Village SF member and retired civil engineer.
> Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
Armchair Travel Adventures: While your Bucket List travel adventures may be on hold for now, NEXT Village SF invites you to join us for our virtual trips hosted by people who want to share their tales with other travel lovers. Have travel photos and stories you’d like to share with an appreciative audience? Email donna@nextvillagesf.org for details on how you could become a future Armchair Travel “tourguide”!
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Wed Jan 2 7
LOW-IMPACT CARDIO & STRENGTH
In this four part series, we will be going over the basics for maintaining physical health and well being. Our main focus areas will include cardio, strength, balance and mobility. These exercise routines can be done in the home or the gym, with minimal equipment required. Each exercise will come with options to make the experience more comfortable or challenging. Wednesdays January 6, 13, 20 & 27.
Tony Jones is a certified personal trainer from the Bay Area. He loves to help his clients develop and maintain long term active lifestyles. He believes that exercise is as much a tool of self empowerment as it is a way to get in shape. He uses different training strategies and styles to help clients build self confidence, resilience, and stay active for life!”
You will be required to complete a waiver to participate. The waiver will be sent through Docusign after you register.
Wed Jan 2 7
Women's Conversation Group (D2U)
Women’s Conversation Group (D2U)
Featuring Ace Volunteers Alex & Leslie Pellegrini
Weekly on Wednesdays, 1 – 2 pm: January 6, 13, 20 & 27
Alex and Leslie continue their popular facilitated weekly women’s conversation group.
This has become a highlight of the week for women wanting to have a weekly anchor event to keep them laughing and connected (via a safe, socially distanced Zoom gathering!).
This is a special community for women who want to join a close knit and welcoming weekly group. You never know what questions will be asked as you learn more about each other’s interests, values, and lives.
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Wed Jan 2 7
Reading Circle with Ms. Kim
Reading Circle with Ms. Kim
Read what you like and tell us about it!
Wednesday, January 27th 4-5 pm
Register at: https://bit.ly/NEXT-Reg
Thu Jan 2 8
Italian Conversation Group (D2U)
Benvenuti Italian Language Speakers and Learners!!!!
Join other Italians, Italian-Americans, and non-native Italian speakers who want to practice Italian in an informal and welcoming environment.
This is a casual gathering where people can use and practice their Italian. No judgement, no pressure!
Join us weekly as we help each other practice Italian with a fun group of fellow lovers of the language!
Logistical Notes:
- Group meets weekly every Thursday at 11 AM — January 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2021.
- Come to as many sessions as you can, but it’s OK to miss some! Join when you can.
- This is a conversation group rather than a beginners’ class, so basic conversational abilities are requested.
Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
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Stress Busters INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS – 5 Steps to Deal with Stress
Stress comes in many ways. It’s that uneasy feeling we get when we’re upset — whether it’s because we’re angry, worried, depressed or disturbed for other reasons. For many of us, it’s hard not to be stressed and anxious in the midst of challenging times.
In Stress Buster workshops, we’ll learn how stress starts and a simple effective method to handle your reaction to situations. You’ll learn a five step process to reduce stress and help you better respond to any situation in a helpful way, instead of getting upset. Stress Busters (also known as Ding Sum) has been serving seniors in San Francisco for over 30 years, reaching 900 people through monthly in person seminars, and now via Zoom!
This weekly series is fun and practical. Leave each session with new practical insights on how to better handle whatever life throws at you. This Introductory series is for anyone who hasn’t done Stress Busters before, or for anyone who would like a refresher!
INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS
Learn the basics about the 5 steps and how to apply them (1. Stop, 2. Assess, 3. Decide, 4. Do, 5. Re-evaluate) in this 8 week series. OK if you need to miss some meetings in the series – join again when you can!
Intro Workshops are on Thursdays at 1 PM
Topics for each week are below. It’s OK if you missed previous sessions. Stress Busters does a review each week on previous steps!
- Nov 12 – Introduction to 5 steps & Step 1: Stop
- Nov. 19 – Step 2: Assess
- Dec. 10 – Step 3: Decide
- Dec. 17 – Step 4: Do
- Jan. 7 – Step 5: Re-evaluate
- Jan. 14 – Stress and Uncertainty
- Jan. 21 – Memories and Stress
- Jan 28 – Topic TBD
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Stress Busters INTERMEDIATE WORKSHOPS
In addition to the Introduction to Stress Busters series above, NEXT Village offers “Intermediate” level workshops and discussion groups to those who have already attended Stress Busters workshops and are familiar with the five steps. Details on our Intermediate level sessions are below.
MONTHLY DISCUSSION GROUP
Informal discussion group to provide an interactive opportunity to share and discuss concepts from the workshops. Upcoming dates:
- 3 PM on January 7 and February 4
MONTHLY “INTERMEDIATE” WORKSHOPS
These workshops delve into more detail on how to apply the 5 steps successfully. You’re welcome to join in as you’ll get value from them even if you haven’t done all of the Intro courses. Upcoming dates:
- 3 PM on January 21 and February 18
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List of the Stress Busters five steps can be found at http://www.123dingsum.org/how-to-ding-sum
Speakers – Eileen Chan and Gary Ow are native San Franciscans. Both have volunteered with Stress Busters since the organization was founded over 30 years ago. Eileen is trained as an optometrist and Gary Ow works in computer technology. They are married with three grown children.
> Zoom login & phone dial in number will be sent in reminder email from NEXT Village 24 hours prior to event.
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Fri Jan 2 9
NEXT Village Entertainment SWAP!
NEXT Village Entertainment SWAP! Fridays 11:15-12
704 Filbert Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Bring your used books, movies, Jigsaw puzzles and other entertainment to recycle and share with other NEXT’ers. Barbara and Kim will be at the NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert Street, on Fridays from 11am to 12pm to accept your donations and let you pick some new to you entertainment to help you pass the quarantine time.(PS: Sadly this is not a social visit, but a quick exchange. Please remember your mask and practice social distancing )