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Adult and 50+ Programs (Summer)

Summer Registration Information:

Key Dates

Livermore Resident Registration begins Wednesday, March 29 at 9 am

Open Registration begins Friday, March 31 at 9 am

Register for Programs

If you're ready to register, you may Register Online or by calling 925-373-5700

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Adult and 50+ Classes

The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District offers a variety of programs and services for active adults 18+. We strive to ensure a physically and emotionally comfortable environment, encourage fun and excitement, and provide a safe place where all are welcome to socialize and be with their peers. 

For more information or to register call 925-373-5700

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Fitness Classes

LARPD offers a variety of fitness classes, including Line Dancing, Zumba, Aerobics, Chair Strength, Tai Chi, and Yoga. 

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Line Dancing with Gary (Beginning)

Gary Clayton

This line dancing class is for Beginning Line Dance students.

Enjoy fun music and learn to line dance!

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
Tu13+$34/$37RLCC

 

DatesCourseTime
6/6-6/2751075:45-6:45pm
7/11-8/151075:45-6:45pm
8/8-8/2951075:45-6:45pm

Line Dancing with Gary (Intermediate)

Gary Clayton

This line dancing class is for Intermediate Line Dance students.

Enjoy fun music and learn to line dance!

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
Tu13+$34/$37RLCC
DatesCourseTime
6/6-6/2751084:30-5:30p
7/11-8/151084:30-5:30p
8/8-8/2951084:30-5:30p

Line Dancing with Gary (Combo)

Gary Clayton

This line dancing class is for Line Dance students interested in taking both the beginner and intermediate classes. Enjoy fun music and learn to line dance!

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
Tu13+$46/$50RLCC
DatesCourseTime
6/6-6/2751094:30-6:45p
7/11-8/151094:30-6:45p
8/8-8/2951094:30-6:45p

Beginning Line Dancing with Sue

Sue Kraft 

Come join this beginning Line Dancing class where you can unwind, meet new friends, and exercise. You'll learn the basic steps for each line dance. Steps are taught slowly, easily, and repeated until you feel comfortable. Previously learned dances will be reviewed. No partner is necessary.

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
M40+$21/$24RLCC
DatesCourseTime
6/5-6/2680819:15-10:15a
7/10-7/3180819:15-10:15a
8/7-8/2880819:15-10:15a

Zumba Gold with Alice (Wed)

Alice Johnson

Keep yourself FIT while having FUN! This low-impact fitness class uses easy-to-follow calorie-burning moves to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, stamina, cardiovascular function, and mood-boosting! Beginners welcome. Wear comfortable exercise shoes/attire and bring water. Drop-in available

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
W40+$59/$65RLCC Studio
DatesCourseTime
5/31-7/1281019-10a
7/19-8/3081019-10a

Zumba Gold with Alice (Th)

Alice Johnson

Keep yourself FIT while having FUN! This low-impact fitness class uses easy-to-follow calorie-burning moves to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, stamina, cardiovascular function, and mood-boosting! Beginners welcome. Wear comfortable exercise shoes/attire and bring water. Drop-in available

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
Th40+$59/$65RLCC Studio
DatesCourseTime
6/1-7/1381039-10a
7/20-8/3181039-10a

Virtual Zumba Gold with Alice (Wed)

Alice Johnson

Keep yourself FIT while having FUN! This low-impact fitness class uses easy-to-follow calorie-burning moves to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, stamina, cardiovascular function, and mood-boosting! Beginners welcome. Wear comfortable exercise shoes/attire and bring water. Classes will be taught by instructions virtually over ZOOM. Participants will have access to recorded classes for 7 days after class. 

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
W40+$59/$65ZOOM
DatesCourseTime
5/31-7/1281189-10a
7/19-8/3081189-10a

Virtual Zumba Gold with Alice (Sat)

Alice Johnson

Keep yourself FIT while having FUN! This low-impact fitness class uses easy-to-follow calorie-burning moves to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, stamina, cardiovascular function, and mood-boosting! Beginners welcome. Wear comfortable exercise shoes/attire and bring water. Classes will be taught by instructions virtually over ZOOM. Participants will have access to recorded classes for 7 days after class. 

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
Sa40+$59/$65ZOOM
DatesCourseTime
6/3-7/1581059-10a
7/22-9/281059-10a

Zumba Gold with Christina 

Christina Kim

Receive a total body aerobic workout through dance with low-impact exercise while listening to Latin and International music. Bring water and wear comfortable exercise shoes. Drop-in available. No class 7/3.

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AgeTimeLocation
40+9-10aRLCC Studio
CourseDatesDayRes/NR
81106/5-7/17Mon$51/$56
81107/24-8/28Mon$51/$56
81126/2-7/14Fri$59/$65
81127/21-8/25Fri$51/$56

Virtual Zumba Gold with Christina (Fri)

Christina Kim

Receive a total body aerobic workout through dance with low-impact exercise while listening to Latin and International music. Bring water and wear comfortable exercise shoes. Classes will be taught by instructions virtually over ZOOM. Participants will have access to recorded classes for 7 days after class. 

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DaysAgeTimeLocation
F40+9-10aRLCC
DatesCourseTime
6/2-7/148113$59/$65
7/21-8/258113$51/$56

Light & Easy Aerobics (Tues)

Ronza Bargas

Come enjoy a combination of low-impact aerobics, strength training, and stretch. Dance to soft, motivating music as you decrease your risk of falling and increase the functionality of everyday tasks. Bring light weights, a resistance band, and water. Drop-in available. No class 8/15.

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DaysAgeTimeLocation
Tu50+9-9:50aRLCC
DatesCourseRes/NR
6/6-6/278135$35/$38
7/11-7/278135$27/$30
8/1-8/298135$35/$38

Light & Easy Aerobics (Th)

Ronza Bargas

Come enjoy a combination of low-impact aerobics, strength training, and stretch. Dance to soft, motivating music as you decrease your risk of falling and increase the functionality of everyday tasks. Bring light weights, a resistance band, and water. Drop-in available. No class 8/17.

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DaysAgeRes/NRLocation
Th50+$35/$38RLCC
DatesCourseTime
6/8-6/29813710-10:50a
7/6-7/27813710-10:50a
8/3-8/31813710-10:50a

Chair Strength, Balance, and Flexibility (Tues)

Ronza Bargas 

Maintain muscle and build muscle mass, practice balance, and strengthen your core and neuromuscular patterns. We also work on flexibility and range of motion. We will move to uplifting music & enjoy each other's company. Bring 2- or 3-pound weights & water! Drop-in available. No class on 8/15.

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DaysAgeTimeLocation
Tu50+10-10:50aRLCC
DatesCourseRes/NR
6/6-6/278136$35/$38
7/11-7/258136$27/$30
8/1-8/298136$35/$38

Chair Strength, Balance, and Flexibility (Th)

Ronza Bargas 

Maintain muscle and build muscle mass, practice balance, and strengthen your core and neuromuscular patterns. We also work on flexibility and range of motion. We will move to uplifting music & enjoy each other's company. Bring 2- or 3-pound weights & water! Drop-in available. No class on 8/15.

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DaysAgeTimeLocation
Th50+11-11:50aRLCC
DatesCourseRes/NR
6/1-6/298138$35/38
7/6-7/278138$35/38
8/3-8/318138$35/38

VIRTUAL Chair Strength, Balance, and Flexibility (Th)

Jollene Berghoff

Maintain muscle and build muscle mass, practice balance, and strengthen your core and neuromuscular patterns. We also work on flexibility and range of motion. We will move to uplifting music & enjoy each other's company. Bring 2- or 3-pound weights & water! CLASS WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY ON ZOOM. RECORDING WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR 7 DAYS.

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DaysAgeTimeLocation
W50+9:30-10:30aZOOM
CourseDatesRes / NR
81326/14-7/19$63/$69

Tai Chi for Seniors Level 1  (Fri)

Barbara Reynolds

Gentle exercise that integrates your mind and body. Proven through scientific study to increase flexibility, muscular strength, and fitness. Promotes correct body posture, improved breathing, blood pressure, and balance.

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Location: RLCC

CourseDatesDayTimeRes / NR
81046/16-7/21Fri10-10:50 am$63/$69
81048/17-8/31Th9-9:50am$33/$36

Tai Chi for Seniors Level 2 (Th)

Barbara Reynolds

Gentle exercise that integrates your mind and body. For participants who have already taken Tai Chi Level 1 and are familiar with this modified Sun Style. 

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DayAgeTimeLocation
Th50+ yrs.10a – 10:50a RLCC
Course #DatesRes / NR
81026/15-7/20$57/$63
81028/17-8/31$30/$33

Tai Chi for Seniors Level 3 (Mon)

Barbara Reynolds

Gentle exercise that integrates your mind and body. For advanced students who have already taken Level 2. The class progresses into Sun Style, 73 forms. 

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DayAgeTimeLocation
Mon50+10-10:50 amRLCC
Course #DatesRes / NR
81006/12-7/17 $51/$56
81008/14-8/28 $27/$30

Yoga for Self-Care

Sindy Pangali

Flow into yoga poses and extend your comfort zone with guided steps in every session. Promote therapeutic benefits, that help relieve physical and mental stress and increase flexibility, balance, and stability. Enhance deep breathing, connect with your inner peace, and ability to promote mind/body awareness & healing through deep guided relaxation. Taught in an easy-going, non-competitive, friendly, atmosphere, suitable for all participants able to get to and from the floor. Drop-in available.

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DaysAgeTimeLocation
Mon18+11-11:50 amRLCC
Course #DatesRes / NR
81506/14-7/19 $99/$109
81507/26-8/30 $99/$109

Historical Presentations

A fun mix of local history and historical figures. Typically presented by the Livermore Heritage Guild or the Pleasanton Museum on Main.

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An afternoon with...Firehouse Arts Center

The Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton brings historical characters to life with inspiring Chatatauqua-style performances during an afternoon matinee, complete with audience interactive Q & A session.

Enjoy lunch on your own in downtown Pleasanton before the performance. Doors open at 1:30.

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TimeR / NRLocation
Doors at 1:30 pm$18 / $20Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad, Pleasanton
Historical FigureDate
Robert F. Kennedy3/28
Nikola Tesla4/18
Alice Paul6/13
Cass Elliot7/25
Chuck Yeager8/15

Live and Learn Presentations

Information lectures on a variety of topics with subject matter experts, including Legal Assistance for Seniors, Alzheimer's Association, and Sensational Seniors.

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HICAP and Legal Assistance Presentation Series:

Jennifer Pardini

LARPD Senior Services has partnered with Legal Assistance for Seniors and HICAP for a monthly series of workshops on various topics designed to educate seniors on issues that impact their lives.

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DaysRes/NRLocation
ThFREERLCC
CourseProgramDatesTime 
8030Scams Targeting Older Veterans: How to Avoid Falling Victim and Where to Get Help6/221-2p
8030The ABC's of LTC: An overview of Long-Term Care Insurance 7/271-2p
8030Consumer Fraud: Scams Targeting Seniors and Tips for Protection and Prevention 8/241-2:30p

Sensational Seniors: Downsizing Transitions

Custom Moving and Hauling 

This educational event will help provide guidance on how to prepare yourself and your home for a downsize, why "Rightsizing" is a better term, and useful tips for sorting through your belongings during the process. You can register online or call 925-373-5700 to register. Seniors and/or their loved ones welcome!

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DaysRes/NRLocation
FFREERLCC
CourseDatesTime
82076/301:30-2:30p
82077/141:30-2:30p

Programs and Classes

Classes include 3D Card Printing, AARP Smart Driving, Woodcarving, How to Write a Book, and Estate Planning.

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3D Greeting Cards

Katrin Field

This is a fun class for beginners and experienced crafters alike. We will create five unique, layered greeting cards, perfect for all occasions. Imported European materials. Bring a pair of scissors & tweezers. Supply Fee: $20.00, cash only.

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DaysAgeTimeLocation
F50+1:30-3:30pRLCC
DatesCourseRes/NR
6/238220$11/$12
7/218220$11/$12
8/258220$11/$12

 

Estate Planning: Trust vs. Will

Jennifer Thaete

Review the primary options in creating an estate plan, including Trusts, Wills, Financial and Health Care Powers of Attorney. Review what a Will is and how it works versus a Trust. A general overview of Probate and Estate Taxes is presented. All information is in plain English. Handouts provided. Registration is required for each person attending.

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TimeAgeRes/NRLocation
7-8:30p18+$21/$23RLCC
DatesCourseDays
6/278225Tu
8/108225Th

AARP Smart Driver Course

Mike Harris 

This course is designed for mature drivers 50+ Participants learn the effects of aging and how it affects our ability to drive safely. Discussions on changing laws, roads, vehicles, and our own bodies, as well as discussions on medications, vision, hearing, and more. Participants leave with renewed confidence in driving. Completion of this 8-hr. course allows seniors 50+ to receive auto insurance discounts. Pre-registration with payment is requiredOnly checks made payable to AARP are acceptedNo cash or credit card. 

Call the Senior Services office at 925-373-5760 to register.

TimeAgeRes/NRLocation
1-5p18+FREERLCC
DatesCourseDays
7/13-7/208202Th

 

Socials and Activities

Includes craft socials, seasonal events, mystery movies, activities, local field trips, and more! 

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Livermore Rodeo Mixer Night

Don your western duds and cowboy boots and mosey on over for a tri-tip BBQ dinner with all the fixins' at the 42nd Annual Livermore Rodeo Mixer and Team Branding! (*branding done with paint)

Watch the team roping competition, shop the vendors, and enjoy your dinner to live music... and then get ready to dance your boots off on the dirt dance floor!

$30 Price includes a mixer ticket, fun with friends, and free parking at Robertson Park. 

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DateDayLocation
6/7/23WedMeet at RLCC (Loyola Parking Lot)
Course #TimeR / NR
8290.201Meet at 4:30pm$30

 

Mystery Craft at Ravenswood

Come prepared for fun and creativity! What you will create is a mystery ...

Enjoy dessert and refreshments before walking out with your hand-crafted masterpiece. You may feel mystified, but you won't be disappointed!

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DateDayTimeR / NR
6/27Tues1-2:30p$14/$15
CourseAgeLocation
8271.20150+Ravenswood Historic Site, 2647 Arroyo Road

Brew Trolley Tour

Meet us at RLCC and board the Brew Trolley to motor downtown to First St. Alehouse for a delicious lunch hosted by us!

Then, hop back aboard the Trolley for a ride out to Shadow Puppet Brewing Company where you'll enjoy a tour with the owner and a chance to relax and taste on your own if desired.

Return to RLCC at 3:30.

* Alcoholic beverages not included in the cost

* No online registration. Must call Front Desk to register (925) 373-5700

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DateDayTimeR / NR
7/20Th12-3:30pm$66 / $73
CourseAgeLocation
8198.20150+Meet at RLCC
May contain: pebble and art
Pebble Art

Pebble Art at Ravenswood

Come prepared for fun and creativity! We will work with small, medium, and large-size pebbles and twigs to create simple, but beautiful works of art on wooden plaques. Enjoy refreshments with friends as you create your masterpiece!

Enjoy the serenity of beautiful Ravenswood for your creative day. Meet at the Ravenswood Main House.

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DateDayTimeR / NR
7/27Th11:30a - 1p $15/$17
CourseAgeLocation
8270.20150+Ravenswood Historic Site, 2647 Arroyo Road

Bocce Ball and Shuffleboard at Da Boccery

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Da Boccery in Livermore

Play "team" bocce ball and shuffleboard while enjoying yummy happy hour food at Livermore's Da Boccery with 20 of your new best friends! Never played before? It just takes 5 minutes to learn. Both of these fun games can be played by all ages.

Mouth-watering smokey wings, boozy chili cheese nachos, white bean buffalo dip, Wagyu Beef smash sliders, and non-alcoholic beverages are included.

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DateDayTimeR / NR
8/23W11am - 1pm$49 / $54
CourseAgeLocation
8196.20150+Da Boccery, 175 E. Vineyard Ave, Livermore

Mystery Movie and Review at the Vine

Join us for a movie at the Vine Cinema with friends! After the show, join us for appetizers at Zephyr Grill and Bar to chat about the movie and come up with our collective "review" of the film

(Price includes a ticket to the movie and appetizers at Zephyr Grill and Bar after the movie, No Host Drinks).

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DateDayR / NRTimeLocation
6/14W$20 / $221 pmVine Cinema
7/6W$20 / $221 pmVine Cinema
8/9W$20 / $221 pmVine Cinema

 

Movies in the Vintage Lounge

Join the Senior Services crew for movies on the first and third Monday of each month at 1pm No registration needed.

Spring Movies

DateMovie
Monday, March 20Spiderman - No Way Home
Monday, April 3Dream Horse
Monday, April 17Tesla
Monday, May 1Funny Face
Monday, May 15The Courier

Summer Movies​​

DateMovie
Monday, June 5Crimes and Misdemeanors
Monday, June 19FACILITY CLOSED - JUNETEENTH HOLIDAY
Monday, July 3Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris
Monday, July 17Marry Me
Monday, August 7News of the World
Monday, August 21Downton Abbey: A New Era

Senior Pop-Up Trips

Monthly pop-up trips throughout Northern California. Trips are typically announced about three weeks prior to the trip date. Sign up for the Pop-Up Trip email list to be notified of upcoming trips.

Senior Services

Information and phone numbers for our senior lunch program,  helpful phone numbers, and more. 

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Resource and Referral

If you have questions or need help with issues such as defining various levels of housing and placement needs, Medicare and Medi-Cal information, legal assistance, Health Care Directive information, financial emergencies, etc., the Senior Services office is an information and referral source. For information or an appointment call, 925-373-5760.

Good Thyme Café Daily Lunch (60+)

Monday-Friday from 12:00-1:00 p.m., 4444 East Avenue, Livermore

Senior Meals are back indoors! The Open Heart Kitchen "Good Thyme Cafe" lunch program held at the Robert Livermore Community Center is offering sit-down and to-go meal service at the Robert Livermore Community Center.  Please visit the Open Heart Kitchen website for current information on meal service in Livermore https://www.openheartkitchen.org/senior-meals/.

For reservations, please call 925-500-8241 by 1:00 p.m. the day before.

Download Printable Menu

LARPD Other Services for Seniors

Please contact our offices at: 925-373-5760 for more information on the following:

Alameda County Senior Programs: Helpful Phone Numbers

ServiceScheduling Information
Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP)Phone Appointments Only
Lending LibraryM-F in Vintage Lounge
City Serve of the Tri-Valley925-222-2273
Wheels Dial-a-Ride925-455-7510
Senior Support of the Tri-Valley925-931-5379
Ombudsman510-638-6878
Wheels (bus)925-455-7500
Social Security800-772-1213
Alzheimer's Association800-272-3900
Elder Care Locator800-677-1116
CRIL (Community Resources for Independent Living)925-371-1531
Legal Assistance for Seniors510-832-3040
Adult Protective Services866-225-5277
Area Agency on Aging800-510-2020
Conservatorship510-636-8820
Public Guardian510-577-3585
Meals on Wheels by Spectrum925-421-4657

YouTube Classes and Activities

During COVID we made a bunch of fun virtual activities to enjoy. Feel free to check it out!

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Holiday Flower Arranging with Gayle and Kathy

They'll walk you through the step-by-step process of creating a beautiful holiday arrangement using flowers from the grocery store.

Virtual Walk of Historic Homes in South Livermore

Join Livermore City Historian, Richard Finn, for a VIRTUAL walking tour of historic homes in South Livermore. Learn all about the homes, characters, and historical figures who built this town.

Flower Arranging Social

A quick recap from our flower arranging social on 10.23.20 at Ravenswood Historic Site. 

Chair Yoga

Discover how to do yoga poses with a chair to help increase flexibility, balance and strength while enhancing mind-body awareness and the ability to relax. There are many benefits that regular yoga practice can bring to one's life including sound sleep, allergy and asthma relief, and reduced stress and anxiety. Chair Yoga is free and classes are available on YouTube with instructor Lakshmi Sajith. Classes are suitable for participants who do not want to get up and down from the floor.

Greenery Arranging in Your Own Backyard

Join Kathy and Gayle for this fun and easy activity to spruce up any room in your house!

Scratch Baking with Kathy

Bake some delicious dinner roles from scratch with Kathy in her home kitchen. Download full recipe HERE!

Decoupage with Kathy and Gayle

How to decoupage a pot and wine bottle from your home. Download supply list and instructions HERE!

Cooking with Kathy

Cook some delicious tortellini chicken potato salad with Kathy in her home kitchen. Download full recipe HERE