Carlsbad Senior Center Classes for 2025
Emergency Preparedness – Wildfire and More
Wednesday September 17, 2025 2:00 to 3:15 pm Room #111 and Online via Zoom
The 2014 Poinsettia Fire forced many residents to evacuate as the wildfire spread quickly in Carlsbad. The recent LA Fires remind us that we need to be prepared for emergencies of all kinds. Our instructor, Mike McMahon, will share the story of his family’s evacuation from wildfire in both 2007 and 2014. He will present an organized and thoughtful approach to emergency preparedness that will allow you to formulate a family emergency plan, assemble an emergency supply kit, and calmly and efficiently evacuate your home, if necessary. Earthquake preparedness will also be discussed. The last 15 minutes will be devoted to your questions.
Smartwatches – Personal Safety and More NEW
Wednesday September 24, 2025 2:00 to 3:15 pm Room #111 and Online via Zoom
Many folks now wear an Apple Watch or other brand of smartwatch. Come learn why. Our instructor, Mike McMahon, will present examples of how these smart devices can help you stay safer along with added convenience and fun. The fall-detection feature is just one reason why seniors and others have embraced a smartwatch. We will present at least 12 more reasons why you might want to consider one. Mike will use the Apple Watch for demo purposes but the features discussed will apply to other brands of smartwatches, too. The last 15 minutes will be devoted to your questions.
Shutterfly Photo Books
Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:00 to 3:15 pm
Our instructor, Mike McMahon, is a big fan of making photo books. His well-received classes on the subject have featured a live demonstration using the Shutterfly service. Mike will demonstrate the photo book process including using photos from one’s smartphone and/or computer. Choosing a style template and adding captions will also be demonstrated. Photo books are a great way to show off your favorite family and travel photos. Come learn more about it. The last 15 minutes will be devoted to your questions.
23 Killer iPhone Tips – Part 2 NEW
Wednesday October 22, 2025 2:00 to 3:15 pm
Mike’s iPhone Killer Tips – Part 1 class drew a standing-room-only crowd at the Senior Center and over 150 viewers on the extended Zoom broadcast. Part 2 will address topics that were asked about in Part 1 and many other fun and helpful tips. Come learn from Mike and from others in the class and if you have some favorite tips for iPhone, you’ll be able to add them to the discussion. Come early…seating is limited. The last 15 minutes will be devoted to your questions.
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