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By Rossmoor Art Association

The Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) announces an Art Talk on “Treasures of the Pharaohs” on Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 1 p.m. at Peacock Hall. It is based on the new exhibition at the de Young Museum in San Francisco titled “Treasures of the Pharaohs.” The free talk will be given by Marsha M. Holm, a docent with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.

“Treasures of the Pharaohs” features 130 exquisite works that exemplify the grandeur of the world of the Egyptian pharaohs. The show at the de Young Museum runs until Jan. 11, 2027. The objects range from monumental granite statues to intricate gold jewelry, each highlighting the wealth and complexity of ancient Egyptian civilization. Spanning 3,000 years of history, the exhibition begins with the pharaoh at the apex of Egypt’s social hierarchy and broadens to include his family, high officials, beliefs, gods, and views of death and the afterlife.

Additional objects beau-

tifully and poignantly represent the daily life and views of those who served the pharaohs, offering insight into Egyptian society, its beliefs, and its artistic achievements. Objects found in tombs, such as jewelry, cosmetics, tools and furnishings, present an idealized portrait of daily life. These lovely works demonstrate how beauty and refinement shaped life beyond the pharaoh’s circle, and that even the humblest objects could be elegantly designed, functional and beautiful.

The highly experienced Marsha M. Holm, who will give the talk with slides, has been giving tours and talks since 1979. Her love of art is reflected in her talks, and she enjoys sharing her enthusiasm and curiosity with her audiences. Seating at Peacock is limited to 155, and there is no standing allowed.

In addition to classes and workshops, the Rossmoor Art Association offers a diverse program including professional artist demonstrations, films about well-known artists, and lectures given by professional speakers from Bay Area museums.

RAA to hold Art Talk on ‘Treasures of the Pharaohs’

By Rossmoor Recreation

What happens to human consciousness when we die? In 1975, Dr. Raymond Moody’s landmark international bestseller “Life After Life” reported Moody’s investigation of 150 people who “clinically” died, were subsequently revived, and then reported similar extraordinary experiences. His book started a revolution in popular attitudes regarding evidence of an “afterlife,” and forever changed how many understand both death and life.

A seven-week near-death experiences (NDE) seminar taught by author and psychologist Maria Arapakis will be offered online via Zoom on Thursday mornings from Oct. 15 through Dec. 5 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. There will be no class on Nov. 26 because of Thanksgiving.

There is no charge, but reservations are required and space is limited. A Zoom link and password will be sent to participants before the start of the first class. To register, call 1-925-988-7703, email eybarra@rossmoor.com or register online at www. myrossmoor.com by clicking the Recreation & Golf Login link.

This course will bring participants up to speed on these findings as well as what is known about other exceptional “paranormal” phenomena such as out-of-body experiences and shared death experiences, evidentiary mediums, and reincarnation.

It also reports on how physicians and professors at prominent universities, medical schools and hospitals worldwide continue to study all of this.

Seminar on near-death experiences set to begin on Oct. 15 over Zoom

Friday Lunch Program

I N R O S S M O O R Menu for Friday, Oct. 9 Call 1-925-988-7703 for a reservation

Sit-down Friday lunches are served at 11:30 a.m. in the Diablo Room at Hillside. Advance sign-up is required; call Elena Ybarra at 1-925-988-7703 by noon the preceding Wednesday to sign up. Suggested contributions for the sit-down lunch are $3 for seniors aged 60 and older and $7 for people under 60. Residents who cannot make lunch on a given Friday are asked to cancel their reservation by 10 a.m. the day before so that another resident can be served a meal.

The menu Turkey a la King over brown rice; broccoli; marinated beets and onions; banana; milk

Vegetarian option Pinto bean sloppy joes on a whole grain bun; Harvard beets; Italian vegetables; banana; orange juice; milk

Featured salad for October Chicken Caesar salad

By Pam Asplund

I’ve been wanting to try Aung Burma, the sister restaurant to Aung MayLika in Benicia, for quite a while. I’ve been hesitant because of its location in downtown Concord, but the location was not a problem.

Because our reviews are restricted to a 10- mile radius from Rossmoor, we never wrote a review on the Benicia restaurant, one of our favorites. Well, folks, Aung Burma did not disappoint. In fact, the food and service were excellent, and the same family runs both places.

The Benicia location is great for a day’s outing because it has a beautiful patio, and it’s in an interesting historical city on the water. The Concord location has available street parking with two close handicap spots. It also states that there is a parking lot close by.

I have been warned that the area is quite busy on Thursday because there are scheduled activities in the park across the street.

Address: 2151 Salvio St., Ste. E, Concord, CA 94520

Phone: 1-925-332-7957 Website: www.aungburma.com Distance from Rossmoor: 9.2 miles Ease of parking: Easy free street parking and a free parking lot nearby

Noise levels inside: Low Outside seating: Yes, on the side Hours: Monday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Lunch specials: Yes, Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., no holidays

Price range: Full menu $11-$30 per dish; lunch combo, $16-$20.

Some menu options we tried: (Concord)

Samosas, lettuce wraps, tea leaf salad, spicy noodles, sesame chicken, mango swai, lemongrass tofu, mango and strawberry ice cream. (Additional items tried in Benicia previously) palatha, butter noodles, mango shrimp, Crab fried rice, sweet sticky rice with ice cream.

Spice levels: You can choose between mild, medium and high. On our tea leaf salad, we asked for jalapeño on the side, and they accommodated us.

Individual checks in groups: Up to four per table.

Take out and delivery: Yes Bar: Yes Happy hour: No Remarks: There were six people in our party, and with tax and tip it cost $28 a person. It was a weekend, so there were no lunch specials. Everyone raved about the food. The shrimp lettuce wraps were moist and perfect for six. The tea leaf salad can be ordered with romaine or cabbage or a mix of both. We had both. It was flavorful and full of crunchy nuts and seeds. The mango dishes never let us down, and the swai was no exception. I prefer the mango shrimp only because it’s not fried, while the swai, delicious as it is, is served fried. The sesame chicken was very good, and will likely be ordered again. The samosas were OK but not a favorite because of their texture.

It’s more fun to go with a group because you get to try different dishes. I also recommend the weekday lunch specials that have smaller servings but the same wonderful flavors. All in all, a great experience and a new go-to lunch place.

Send any feedback or questions to xadelphi@yahoo.com

Aung Burma Restaurants: Senior Friendly

By Bobbi Ausubel Correspondent

The next 10-session “Acting Our Lives” course begins Friday, Oct. 16, from 10 a.m. to noon, in the Garden Room, located at the rear of Dollar House. (Locations for subsequent sessions will vary.)

This program has been running successfully for 10 years, and offers a warm, judgment-free environment for both beginners and advanced students. Come take a risk!

The classes combine creative story writing – drawn

Next ‘Acting Our Lives’ begins Oct. 16

nated to the sponsor, The Giving Tree Club, which supports organizations in need.

The course is facilitated by Ausubel, a theater director and Rossmoor resident. Her background includes 13 years as artistic director of the Caravan Theater in Cambridge, 20 years teaching acting at the Boston Conservatory, directing for various theater companies, and teaching in Bay Area elementary schools.

There is no registration required; simply join on Oct. 16. Residents are welcome to attend the first class for free; simply come on Oct. 16. Email Bobbi.Gloria.Ausubel@gmail. com or call 1-650-743-4212.

from personal experience or fiction – with engaging acting exercises. The series includes guidance through the story development process, with constructive feedback from the instructor and peers.

There is one private coaching session with professional acting coach Bobbi Ausubel. The class is known for its final free public performance before a live audience in Las Trampas, along with an opportunity for a TV presentation (past performances can be viewed in the Rossmoor TV archive). Performing is optional.

Tuition is $100. Scholarships are generously available, and a portion of the fee is do-

Live performance at end of 10-session program

By Mystery Book Club

The Mystery Book Club meets Monday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. in Multipurpose Room (MPR) 1 at the Gateway Complex.

The featured author will be Sandra Brown, the American author of thriller suspense novels.

Meetings are normally held on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in MPR 1. Each month club members meet to discuss works by a previously chosen author.

Everyone is welcome to meetings, even if they have not read anything by the featured author.

Club members may suggest mystery writers to read for future meetings.

Mystery Book Club members to meet Oct. 5 to discuss Sandra Brown