Special Events at Camden!

Hi everybody!  I want to announce some August special events.  On Friday, August 24th, we will have a tap dance performance by The Dancing Divas right after lunch.  Then on Friday, August 31st, we will be having an ice cream social.  Make your reservations as soon as possible, and don't forget that there are three different ways to make a reservation:  you can fill out a reservation form here at the Kirk Cafe during lunchtime; you can call our reservation hotline (408) 371-2888 and leave a message, or you can send me an email with the reservation information at ajones.seniornutrition@yahoo.com. 

Help Us Plan Upcoming Menus!

On Thursday, August 9th, join us to discuss our future menus!  Staff from Bateman Senior Meals and Santa Clara County will be there, and we want to hear what our guests think about the Senior Nutrition Program and our menu selections.  All guests of the Camden, Southside, and Cypress Senior Nutrition Programs are welcome.  If you would like to attend, the meeting will be held here at the Camden Community Center in Room A at 10a.m. on Thursday, August 9, 2012.

August Menu Now Available

Hi everyone!  Our August menu is now posted.  Just click on the August tab above to access it.  Also, if you have any questions or comments about our menu items, please call (408) 371-2888 to give us your thoughts.  The Fall menu is currently under consideration, and we want your input!

Peninsula Banjo Band Performance

On Friday, June 29th, the Peninsula Banjo Band will be performing at our noon luncheon.  Many of you have already signed up for this special event.  If you haven't reserved a spot yet, there is still time!  If you want to see this great band, just call (408) 371-2888 and leave a message with your name and phone number, and indicate that your reservation is for the 29th.  Thanks!

Guest Speaker from Pathways

Next Tuesday, June 19th, we will be pleased to welcome a guest speaker from Pathways, an organization that specializes in Home Health and Hospice care.  Janeen Pratt will give a lunchtime presentation on fall prevention.  Call (408) 371-2888 to reserve your lunch and an opportunity to learn about this important topic!  For more information about Pathways, visit their website:  http://pathwayshealth.org/index.html .

Memorial Day Closure

Just a reminder, the Kirk Cafe will be closed on Monday, May 28th in observance of Memorial Day.

Free Taxi and Bus Service to the Kirk Cafe!

During May and June 2012, the City of San Jose will be offering complementary taxi service to registered Senior Nutrition Program participants seeking assistance traveling to and from our luncheons.  Participants must live within a three mile radius of our center, and may book up to 3 roundtrips each week.  Space is limited, so come by the Camden Community Center and fill out a Taxi Participant Form ASAP!

Also during May and June 2012, the City of San Jose will be offering complementary VTA monthly passes to participants seeking assistance traveling to and from the Nutrition program.  You are eligible for these passes if you:

* Are a registered Senior Nutrition Program participant;
* Have an RTC Senior Card (available through VTA for seniors 65 and over);
*Complete a short Bus Participant Form.

Have questions about either of these programs?  Call (408) 559-6209 or (408) 371-2888.  We look forward to helping you sign up for these new transportation opportunities!

Bingo in May

If you love bingo, make a reservation for one of our bingo luncheons this May.  Our first bingo day will be Friday, May 4th.  The second bingo day will be Tuesday, May 22nd.

Alternate Entrees Are Back!

Starting in May, Kirk Cafe guests will once again have the opportunity to pre-order an alternate entree instead of the main dish offered on the menu.  There will be vegetarian and non-vegetarian entree salads, as well as vegetarian and non-vegetarian sandwiches to choose from.  The specific offerings will change each week.  If you choose an alternate entree, you will not receive the vegetable or bean sides or breads on that day's menu.  However, you WILL receive any desserts, fruit, juice, and milk.  Thank you to Bateman Senior Meals for offering these new choices!

Birthdays and Bingo in April

On Thursday, April 19th, we will be celebrating everyone with an April birthday.  Everyone (whether or not you are an April baby) is welcome, so make your reservation today! 

Wednesday, April 25th is our next bingo day.  Reserve ASAP for lunch and stay for bingo.  You might win a free lunch coupon!