Nestling into November
Hello everyone, 

Goodness, what an early torrential storm we just had! Rain, rain, rain after drought, drought, drought, which of course is nowhere near over, but the moisture is sure a welcome relief. We hope you’ll join us this month, on zoom or in person, for an activity or two to enhance your healthy aging. This month’s activities include our Age Friendly Marin Forum (a week early due to the holiday)—it will focus on planning ahead and getting our ducks in a row; for a second time we’re offering a 2-part zoom class on using iPhones; and our annual Celebration for Fairfax residents who are 90+ years old happens on November 13! We’ll be delivering beautiful baskets full of goodies as well as certificates so please connect with us asap if you or someone you know and love falls into this special category, born in 1931 or earlier. Be well and stay safe. 



The Age Friendly Fairfax Task Force: Jody Timms, Barbara Coler, Susan A. Brandborg, Francie Bedinger, Anne Mannes, Jessica Price,
and Jackie Engstrom. 
Aging in Fairfax, everybody's doing it!
Upcoming Events:

November 2-3: Age Friendly - Fairfax Library iPhone Training
November 4: Commission on Aging
November 4: Ross Valley Seniors
November 17: Breakfast with Friends
November 17: Age Friendly Marin Forum
November 19: Age Friendly Fairfax Task Force
Age Friendly Fairfax - Library iPhone Training

November 2&3, 2-3pm both days:

This is a two-part online training in collaboration with California Phones, meeting via Zoom for two days in a row. Pre-registration is required, space is limited to 10 participants. To participate you will need a computer, internet service and a valid email address. 

To register please email or call Contessa Bunn: 
email, CBunn@DDTP.org or, call 510-302-1176.
Marin County Commission on Aging

November 4, 10-11am

“Voices of Marin City.” Since the development of Marin City in 1942 and the formation of the Marin City Community Services District (MCCSD) in 1958, Marin City residents have fed, clothed, educated, employed, and cared for generations of their fellow community members. MCCSD’s board and staff continue this work, embracing the values of community, civic engagement and self-determination and dedicating their gifts and talents tirelessly in the pursuit of equity and inclusion for all Marin County residents. Come learn about Golden Gate Village and the Resident Council’s Deep Green Renovation Plan; and how to get involved to support services and policies for older adults living in Marin City. Hear about the history of Marin City from two women, who have lived there since childhood: Royce McLemore, Board Member of MCCSD and Principal Officer of the Golden Gate Village Resident Council; and Juanita Edwards, Senior Services Coordinator at MCCSD 



Join Zoom Meeting-Closed Captioning Available

Meeting ID: 819 0200 6054 Passcode: 542097
Dial 1+ (669) 900-6833 
Ross Valley Seniors

November 4, 11-2pm

“The History of Coast Miwoks in Marin,” a presentation from Lucina Thomas-Vidauri, CEO of the Coast Miwok of Southern Marin Project. Find out about local Coast Miwok history, where we are today, and how you can get aligned in helping the Native community in Marin County preserve this history. Join us at the Fairfax Women's Club, 46 Park Road. Agenda: 11- Games; 12- Lunch; 12:45- Presentation.

Please e-mail Kevin MacLeod at kmacleod@townofsananselmo.org or call 415-258-4669 to RSVP or for more details.
Age Friendly Marin "Breakfast with Friends"

Wednesday, November 17, 9:30-10:30am

Socializing is important for all and it's fun to connect. Join us for coffee, tea and/or breakfast and a friendly and enjoyable chat at Barefoot Café, in person!  
Age Friendly Marin Forum

Wednesday, November 17, 10:30-11:45am:

“Getting Your Ducks in a Row for End of Life Planning.” It’s never too early for a heart-to-heart conversation with yourself and your family so you can put your end of life plan in place, including having an Advance Directive (an important legal form), a POLST-Physician Order for Life-Sustaining Treatment (an important medical form), and thinking through or even making your final arrangements. Speaker: Jody Timms, Ph.D., Chair, Age Friendly Fairfax; retired Resident Services Manager at The Redwoods and former Commission on Aging representative, Town of Fairfax. 


Join Zoom meeting
Meeting ID: 882 0295 5648  Passcode: 572332  
Join by phone at 1-669-900-9128
Age Friendly Fairfax Task Force Meeting

November 19, 9:15-10:30 am

Curious about Age Friendly Fairfax? You’re welcome to attend our monthly meeting, bring your questions, feedback, ideas and energy!  

Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 853 935 7484  Passcode: 398715  
Dial in number 1+ (408) 638-0968 
Fairfax Recreation Classes

Free online classes for older adults such as our popular yoga classes. We are offering six classes per week!

Mondays 
Mat Yoga 9:30-10:45
Chair Yoga 12:00-1:00

Wednesdays 
Mat Yoga 9:30-10:45
Chair Yoga 12:00-1:00

Fridays 
Mat Yoga 9:30-10:45
Chair Yoga 12:00-1:00


For a full list of current classes and how to register, click here.

Dance a la Moxie
Contratti Ballfield 
Instructor: Sisi M.P. Hansen
Tuesdays, 2-3pm
FREE 

A progressive, FUN total body workout guaranteed to make you feel better, look better and be better! No experience necessary. The eclectic music will make you dance! Wear comfortable clothing and footwear to move in on the field. Covid protocols and safety will be followed. Please wear your mask.
Questions about services for older adults?  
Call 415-473-4636 (INFO)
Local News & Resources:

Marin County:
Free Rides for Seniors & ADA, in case you haven't heard: https://marintransit.org/farepromotions 
Free rides on local fixed route service countywide for older adults (age 65 or older) and persons with disabilities. This will be a 6-month pilot starting from October 1, 2021 and will continue through March 31, 2022. Paratransit, Catch-A-Ride, Dial-A-Ride, Connect and Muir Woods Shuttle will be exempt from the free fare offerings. This offering will only be limited on Marin Transit fixed-route services and not valid on Golden Gate Transit routes. 

Seniors must have a valid Medicare Card, DMV ID card/license, valid LIFA Bus Pass or senior ID from another California transit service. Persons with disabilities must have a DMV Disabled Placard ID, RTC card, Medicare card, valid LIFA Bus Pass or ID card for persons with disabilities from another transit service. Personal service assistants will not be eligible for free rides and will continue to pay 50% off the adult cash fare ($1) when accompanying a person with disabilities.


Town of Fairfax: 
Are you receiving the weekly Town of Fairfax Newsletter? If not, we really encourage you to do so as there is LOTS of news, information and events listed including: 


  • The Climate Action Plan 2030 was adopted at the July 7th Town Council meeting with a goal of getting to zero emissions by 2030. If you aren’t already, consider signing up for 100% renewable energy through MCE Deep Green.  Sign up here - it is super easy and takes less than five minutes.

  • New vegetation management and home hardening grants will become available soon through the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority—keep an eye out for them in the Town newsletter to see if you qualify.

  • Click this link to start receiving the Town’s newsletter asap!


Fairfax Library: 

Check out these three new resources through the library for computers and training: 

  • Our Computers for the Community Program was created to provide discounted desktop and laptop computers to members of our community who may not be able to afford a full price machine. These computers are the same as our standard Renew builds except we are now able to offer them at a reduced cost to you (under $200).  Renewcomputers.com
  • If you are new to computers, haven't used them for a while, are a little unsure and uncomfortable, or just need a bit of a refresher, we have the tools to help you tackle technology at your own pace and gain the confidence you need to succeed. FREE, To access these brief tutorials you'll need a strong internet connection and a computer with speakers or headphones. https://www.digitallearn.org/

  • All Things Apple: learn how to get the most out of your Apple devices by joining Beryn Hammil on Zoom every Tuesday at 2-3 pm and 4-5 pm.  Pre-registration is required for each 1-hour class. Invitations to register will be emailed each Thursday for the following Tuesday’s class. You must register for each class individually. New students, please email Shereen at: sash@marincounty.org to get started. Each topic is relevant for the Apple iPhone, iPad, and Mac computer. https://marinlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events


Check out the California Chronicles, an initiative that shines a light on the diverse experiences and perspectives of our older population! The project will collect stories from older Californians in the form of audio and video recordings, oral histories, written histories and photographs. It is a project of the State Library which has partnered with the California Department of Aging and our Fairfax librarians are available to assist you in being part of this project. Call the library or stop at the desk to find out more.
Wondering what IS Age Friendly Fairfax??