Welcome to our new blog. We hope this blog will keep you informed on world events, show you some videos of seniors to entertain you and most importantly, keep you up to date on what's happening at the New River Senior Center.

Join us at our beautiful facility with amazing desert views, cool indoor setting with an outdoor covered patio and barbque area, walking path and desert gardens.

Monday, September 26, 2011

FLU SHOTS

Flu shots will be given on October 7th from 9am until 11am at the center,  Please call to get on the list.   623-465-0367.  All types of insurance plus medicare accepted.  Shots by Mullen Clinic

Friday, September 23, 2011

Community Yard Sale!

We are having a Community Yard Sale on October 8th at the Center and the Kiwanis Community Park from 7am until 1pm.  Spaces are still available for $20.  There will also be a pancake breakfast from 7am until 10am at a cost of $5 for adults and $4 for kids under 12.  For more information please call 623-465-0367 or 623-465-2641.  Please come out and support your community.

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

PVCC CE Classes at NRSC

You can register for classes on line at http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/index.php, by phone at 602 787 6800 or get a Fall 2011 Schedule and mail in your registration. 

Schedules are available at NRSC and throughout the community.  Request a schedule by emailing ce.online@pvmail.maricopa.edu or calling 602.787.6800

Wood Carving                                                 Instructor: Mary A. Langlois
Learn Wood Carving in four classes!  Learn techniques for creating a design, the importance of  its layout, and how to apply it.  Students will learn about wood carving tools and their use, and important safety tips.  Instruction style utilizes lecture, demonstration, hands-on practice and homework.  Understand and implement proper carving and sanding techniques, and gain knowledge about wood sealants and their application through this creative process.  By the end of each section, students will have successfully carved an ornate Boss-wood spoon or a Chip Carved Icicle! These make great gifts! 
All materials can be purchased from the instructor prior to class, and will cost approximately $10, or you can purchase your own. Please contact Barb at 623.465.0367 to purchase. For materials list, go to: http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/materials.html
Spoon Carving
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10292
#44009                        Oct 6 - 27                    9-11am           
Fee: $59                      4 Thursdays                NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER

Chip Carved Icicle
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10298
#44553                        Nov 10 – Dec 8            9-11am           
Fee: $59                      4 Thursdays                 NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER


Gourds 101                                                                  Instructor: Connie Neeley
          
Have fun making crafts from gourds!  Students will learn about medium preparation, safety tips, as well as how to design and apply patterns.  Let your imagination run wild as you learn how to embellish your masterpieces with beads and feathers.  Students will learn how to create several pieces including tribal masks, holiday ornaments from gourds!  Instruction style utilizes demonstration and student participation in a hands-on atmosphere. All materials can be purchased from the instructor prior to class, and will cost approximately $10, or you can purchase your own.  Please contact Barb at 623.465.0367 to purchase.  No class November 22nd.  For materials list: http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/materials.html
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10293
Mini Masks
#44012                        Oct 4 - 25                    9-11am           
Fee: $59                      4 Tuesdays                 NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER

Holiday Gourds
#44014                        Nov 8 – Dec 6              9-11am           
Fee: $59                      4 Tuesdays                  NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER


Gourd Basics                                                                Instructor: Nancy Gnepper
Learn to sand paint on gourds.  Create decorative conversation pieces for your home, work, or as a gift.  Students will also use wax linen to create and embellish gourd angel pins.  Students will learn about wood carving tools and their use, and important safety tips. Instruction style utilizes demonstration, hands-on, and one-on-one assistance to help students achieve desired results. All materials can be purchased from the instructor prior to class, and will cost approximately $10, or you can purchase your own. Please contact Barb at 623.465.0367 to purchase.  No class on November 22nd. Materials list go to http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/materials.html
 Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10294
Sand-painted Gourds
#44016                        Oct 4 - 25                    1-3pm
Fee: $59                      4 Tuesdays                  NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER

Angel Pins
#44017                        Nov 8 - Dec 6               1-3pm
Fee: $59                      4 Tuesdays                  NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER


Unique Beading                                                            Instructor: Trudy Dillard
Learn basic bead techniques, bead materials and colors, to Bezel a bead, bead weaving and how to combine small pieces into larger pieces.  You will learn to create pendants, earrings, hair clips and Russian leaves.  These make wonderful holiday gifts!  All materials can be purchased from the instructor prior to class, and will cost approximately $10, or you can purchase your own.   Please contact Barb at 623.465.0367 to purchase.  No class on November 24th.  For material list go to: http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/materials.html
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10295
Flower Earrings
#44019                        Oct 6 - 27                    1-3pm
Fee: $59                      4 Thursdays                 NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER

Russian Leaf Earrings
#44021                        Nov 10 – Dec 8            1-3pm
Fee: $59                      4 Thursdays                 NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER