16 17 NOT SURE WHERE TO START? Finding a new hobby starts with following your curiosity. Even trying one new activity each month can open the door to new experiences, blossoming friendships and a renewed sense of purpose. If you are looking for inspiration, Hillcrest offers a wide variety of lifelong learning opportunities, creative workshops, fitness classes and social events designed to help its residents discover new passions. The City of La Verne Community Center is another wonderful resource, offering activities ranging from line dancing and wood carving to scrapbooking and bridge through its Senior Program. The City of La Verne also publishes a seasonal Recreation Guide featuring programs for adults of all ages, interests and abilities. No matter where you start exploring new hobbies and activities, the important thing is simply to start. Bottom line, engaging in new activities can lower stress and add more joy to your life, helping to keep your brain sharp and your body active. No matter your age, there is always something new to discover! Start your search for new activities and experiences by visiting these websites: HILLCREST: LivingAtHillcrest.org/Events CITY OF LA VERNE: LaVerneCA.gov/410/Seniors Scan this QR code for quick links to these resources! LOCAL HOBBIES Pottery & Ceramics | Wild Clay Ceramics Studio: Beginner pottery wheel and hand- building classes in a welcoming studio Fiber Arts | BUKU Yarns (La Verne): Local yarn shop with supplies and a welcoming community Phebie’s NeedleArt: Great for knitting, crochet, embroidery and needlepoint enthusiasts Music | Rockstars of Tomorrow (La Verne): Private and group lessons for piano, guitar, drums vocals and more—beginners welcome Gardening | Glendora Gardens Nursery: Excellent selection of plants and knowledgeable staff for beginner gardeners Moon Valley Nurseries: Learn about landscaping, trees and container gardening Walking & Nature | Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park: Scenic paved walking trails, birdwatching and lakeside strolls Birdwatching | Pomona Valley Bird Alliance: Guided bird walks and educational programs for all experience levels Running/Walking Clubs | Inland Empire Running Club Reading & Book Clubs | La Verne Library (LaVerne.libcal.com/Calendar/Events) RESOURCES City of La Verne Parks & Recreation: Art, dance, fitness, technology, cooking and special interest workshops for adults. New classes are released throughout the year. (LaVerneCA. gov/173/Recreation-Guide) La Verne Community Center: Recreational classes, educational programs and community events for adults and seniors 16 17 Learning: The Healthy Habit How Hobbies Help Us Thrive “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” — C.S. Lewis BOOSTING YOUR BRAINPOWER, finding greater happiness and growing your confidence are just a few of the benefits of trying new things at any age. Research suggests that people who regularly participate in new hobbies and learning experiences often report better overall well-being, social connections and cognitive health. Whether it’s joining a book club, learning to paint, studying a new language or taking up gardening, new activities help challenge our minds and create new growth opportunities. The best part? There is no perfect age to pick up a new hobby. Have you ever turned clay into a work of art or captured your life story in just six words? Tapping into your creativity can be both rewarding and fun, especially when you’re surrounded by a supportive community. At Hillcrest, residents enjoy a wide range of opportunities to explore new interests, from poetry workshops and art talks to pottery classes and other hands-on experiences designed to inspire lifelong learning. Bottom line: Engaging in new activities lowers your stress and adds joy to your life, helping to keep your brain sharp and your body active. What better reminder that no matter your age, there is always something new to discover!
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