Community Lecture Series
Join is on Thursdays at 1:00 PM  for fun and informative presentations designed to entertain and enlighten you! Topics are subject to change, so feel free to give us a call for the latest information! 

May 20th at 1:00 PM
Understanding Prostate Cancer Treatment Options
With Murthy V.S. Andavolu, M.D., M.B.A.Director, Prostate Cancer Program Comprehensive Cancer Center at Desert Regional Medical Center

Cover to Cover
The Mizell Book Club
Come and join us and get together with old friends, new acquaintances, and other book lovers and make your reading even more enjoyable. Jeff Clayton from the Palm Springs Public Library will facilitate the book club.
May Selection: The Silent Sea by Clive Cussler
Meets from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, the 2nd Thursday of every month.

Creative Writing
Improve your writing skills and make some new friends!
Instructor Cyndy Muscatel
Call Mizell for more information (760) 323-5689
Next Session November 3, 10 and 17, 2010
Wednesday, 10 AM - Noon

French Lessons
Bonjour! These educational beginning French classes are perfect if you want to learn conversational French for an upcoming trip or just want to have some fun and begin to learn another language. 

The instructor has a master’s degree in French and has taught French and Spanish on both a high school and college level for over thirty-five years. He has traveled extensively and his experience can be shared with others to make communicating easier when traveling.

Tuesdays at 9:30 AM.
New classes planned beginning October, 2010

Knitting Circle

Are you a knitter or have you always wanted to learn?

 Join us on  for tips, teaching and just talk! Create a project for a loved one, yourself, or a child in need. Those who enjoy crochet and

needlework are also welcome to join!

Wednesdays at 2:30 PM

Los Estudiantes

Spanish Conversation Group

This informal Spanish language conversation group is a group of Spanish language students who get together weekly to read and converse in Spanish. This is a perfect way to keep your ability current and to learn more of the Spanish language in a casual and supportive environment. Some knowledge of Spanish is necessary to participate in this group. The group is free to Mizell members.

Thursdays, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Mature Driving
AARP 55 Alive is the nation's first and largest classroom driver improvement course specially designed for motorists age 50 and older. It is intended to help older drivers improve their skills while teaching them to avoid accidents and traffic violations.
Classes on 2nd Monday and Tuesday, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Fee: $12.00 for AARP members @14.00 for non-members

Classes are sponsored through AARP. Pre-registration is required. The attendee is required to be at both sessions. DMV certificate is good for three years. You cannot be given a reservation without paying the fee in advance. If in an emergency you cannot use your reservation, please call and cancel as soon as possible before the start of the class so some other person can use your space. If you do this, your fee can be refunded. 55 Alive Mature Driving course is eight hours of classroom instruction.
For ages 50 and over.
Call Mizell for details (760) 323-5689.

Member Orientation
2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Learn more about the Mizell Senior Center. Reservations required.
Phone: (760) 323-5689

Monday Morning Critique Group
For details, call Fran Kaplan at 324-1644.
Mondays, 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Pastel Art Classes

Learn and explore techniques used for depicting your favorite subject in soft pastels. The unique properties of pastels, the various painting surfaces and related supplies will be shown and explained. The course will be geared toward realistic representational painting; however, each student will be encouraged to develop her or his personal style of expression. Topics for class discussions include composition, value ranges, perspective, color and light. Whether you are trying this medium for the first time or taking your pastel skills to the next level, each student will receive instruction in an atmosphere of artistic camaraderie. Pastels will be provided but some members may want to purchase their own easel.

Fridays, 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. 
 

Beginning Spanish
This eight week class is perfect if you have a limited (or no) knowledge  of Spanish and want to learn some basics. Class topics will  include: Greetings, Communication, Meeting People, Directions, Descriptions (time, colors, etc), Directions, Grammar and more! 
$75 for members and $100 for non-members for eight classes.
On Vacation. Call the center at 760-323-5689 to be added to the next class list.

Intermediate Spanish
Begins March 9!
This eight week class is for those with some knowledge of Spanish and want to enhance your knowledge.
$75 for members and $100 for non-members for eight classes.
Begins March 9
Tuesdays, 10:00 to 11:30 AM

SunBus Passes & ID's
Passes available at ticket window.
Available between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, cash or credit card only.
SunBus ID's available the third Monday at the month at 9:00 AM
Call Mizell for details (760) 323-5689.
 

Tax Assistance
Appointments are now available.
* AARP sponsors this free service. Simple tax forms with no rental income. Homebound assistance is available. A one hour appointment is required, and must be scheduled at the front desk.
Call Mizell for information, available days and times. (760) 323-5689.