THE PRINT - February 2024 by lgsrecreation

Senior Services at a Glance

Monday – Friday Oﬃce Hours: 9:00AM – 2:00PM 208 E. Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030

December 2019

February 2024

408.354.1514 55plus@lgsrecreation.org www.LGSRecreation.org

FEBRUARY FEATURE

Happy February 55 Plus Members! The 55 Plus program is 496 members strong and continues to grow! We are so thankful you are here. January was a busy time at the Adult Recreation Center and we want to thank you for your continued patience and flexibility as our programs navigate around the continued construction. Our January guest speakers on Identifying & Avoiding Scams & SALA on Elder Abuse were very informative and shared valuable tips with our attendees. As a reminder, all 55 Plus memberships for 2023 expired on December 31st so don’t forget to renew your membership for 2024 to enjoy all of our membership offerings. This February, grab your sweetheart, galantines, guylantines, or come solo, and join us for the Winter Waltz Social Dance on February 9th! Lesley will teach a 30-minute dance lesson, then we will open the floor and DJ Hal will keep us dancing. Purchase your ticket at the front office, the cost is $5 for members and $10 for the public. Light refreshments will be served and maybe a few sweet treats too! February 1st Collette Tours returns to discuss Domestic and International Trips. By popular demand, Sally Duplantier will be returning as our guest speaker on the 15th to discuss Sleep and Insomnia. RSVP at the 55 Plus office. AARP Tax Aid is back February through April, schedule your appointment as soon as possible as spots are going fast. Intake forms are now available for pickup in the 55 Plus office. HICAP appointments and AARP Driver Safety Courses are also available. Don’t forget to sign up for our Hands on Art class on the 29th. We will be making pressed flower candles to keep or share with those close to you. Please note that we will have holiday office closures February 19th and 23rd. Sending lots of love this month. Sincerely, The 55 Plus Team

MEMORABLE MEMBER MOMENTS

Ping Pong

Mah Jongg

Stay Fit is back!

Bluey Live! -Our First Intergenerational Trip

Guest speakers on Scams & Elder Abuse

Hand and Foot Canasta

FEBRUARY 1ST-16TH MONDAY

Summer 2024

Serving the Los Gatos, Saratoga, Monte Sereno, Mountain and Surrounding Communities

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

BE SURE TO GRAB THE SUMMER 2024 ACTIVITY GUIDE ON 2/9

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Mexican Train (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 10:00AM-12:00PM Collette Tours Dom. & Int. Trips (Lounge) 11:00AM-12:00PM 55 Plus Zumba Gold (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM-12:00PM Learn to Crochet (Lounge) 10:00AM-11:00AM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM

AARP TAX AIDE by Appt (Hall) 9:00AM-12:15PM St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) 10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206) 10:00AM-2:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5) 1:45PM-4:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM Drop in Badminton (Hall) *New Time* 3:30PM-4:30PM

Great Getaway Trip Ano Nuevo 8:30AM-5:00PM Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM Super Scrabble (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:30PM NEW 55 Plus Intro to Zumba Toning (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM 55 Plus Yoga (YRC Rm B) 3:00PM-4:00PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM No Ping Pong 2 Tables 55 Plus Zumba Gold (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM-12:00PM Learn to Crochet (Lounge) 10:00AM-11:00AM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM Social Dance: Winter Waltz. RSVP (Hall) $5 6:00PM-8:00PM

HICAP by Appt (Rm 2) 9:00AM-12:30PM Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM Super Scrabble (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:30PM 55 Plus Intro to Zumba Toning (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle *Flex Day* (Rm 206) 1:00PM-4:30PM Magical Movie Tour (Lounge) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Woman’s Artist Connection (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM Single Again (Rm 3) 12:30PM-2:30PM Reader’s Theatre (Lounge) 3:30PM-5:00PM 55 Plus Yoga (YRC Rm B) 3:00PM-4:00PM

Mexican Train (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 10:00AM-12:00PM 55 Plus Zumba Gold (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:20PM VTA Ride and Taste LG Presentation (Lounge) 12:30-1:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM Guest Speaker: Sally Duplantier-Sleep & Insomnia *RSVP 2:00PM-3:00PM Tech with Teens (Rm 3) 3:00PM-4:00PM

Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM-12:00PM NO BINGO Learn to Crochet (Lounge) 10:00AM-11:00AM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM NEW Table Games: Code Names with Kevin (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM

FEBRUARY 19TH-29TH MONDAY 19

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM SALA by Appt (Rm 2) 10:00AM-12:00PM Super Scrabble (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:30PM NEW 55 Plus Intro to ZUMBA Toning (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM No 55 Plus Yoga

Mexican Train (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:00PM NEW Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 10:00AM-12:00PM 55 Plus Zumba Gold (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM Super Scrabble (Rm 3) 10:00AM-12:30PM 55 Plus Intro to ZUMBA Toning (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:30PM Book CLub (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:30PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Game Day (Hall) $5 9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Art and Music Appreciation (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM 55 Plus Yoga (YRC Rm B) 3:00PM-4:00PM

Great Getaway Trip Steinbeck’s Birthday 8:30AM- 4:30PM Hands on Art: Pressed Flower Candles (Rm 206) *RSVP 10::00AM-11:30AM Mexican Train (Rm 214) 10:00AM-12:00PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 10:00AM-12:00PM 55 Plus Zumba Gold (YRC Rm B) 11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM

Office Closure

FRIDAY 23

Office Closure

Calendar Legend: Monthly Event Guest Speaker Social Dance Community Event Service Group Special Event

RENEW YOUR 55 PLUS MEMBERSHIP $30 FOR THE FULL CALENDAR YEAR SIGN UP ONLINE BIT.LY/55PLUSRENEWAL OR AT THE 55 PLUS OFFICE

GROUP DESCRIPTIONS

• AARP DRIVER SAFETY - 2 Day Course and 1 Day Refresher offered in person bi-monthly. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule an appointment. • AARP TAX AIDE - In person appointments during tax season. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule. • ART AND MUSIC APPRECIATION – Interactive class exploring and discussing influential artists and musicians. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required. • ARTIST WORKSHOP - Open workspace. Bring in your materials and work on your individual projects with our welcoming community of artists. No formal instruction and all levels are welcome. • BADMINTON - Join us for drop-in play. Open to all levels. Equipment will be provided. • BALANCE AWARENESS - Develop a foundation of balance for functional fitness and fall prevention. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required. • BOOK CLUB - Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Pick up the booklist from the 55 Plus Office.

• PING PONG – Drop in to socialize and play. Equipment provided. • PINOCHLE - Double Deck Pinochle. Experienced players only, no instruction. • READER’S THEATER – Read aloud modern and classic plays without having to memorize the lines! Sign up with the 55 Plus office required. • SALA - SENIOR LEGAL AID – On site appointments now available, schedule with the 55 Plus Office • SCRABBLE – The ultimate crossword game in which every letter counts! Contact the 55 Plus Office if you are interested in playing 55plus@lgsrecreation.org • SINGLE AGAIN – For women who are widowed. Meet others who will understand and provide support in dealing with this life-changing transition. • SOCIAL DANCE – Dance instruction, refreshments, and music! • SPECIAL EVENTS (SEASONAL) – High Tea, Boats & BBQs, July Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Holiday Social, and more!

• BINGO – Get out your dauber and get ready to have some fun! Join us monthly for prize BINGO.

• STAY FIT – Seated exercise class focusing on range of motion and building strength with resistance bands. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.

• GREAT GETAWAY – Local bus trips arranged monthly. Additional fees and registration required.

• ST. MARY’S BRIDGE – Looking for intermediate level bridge players interested in subbing. Inquire with 55 plus office.

• GUEST SPEAKER – Bringing a variety of local experts in to share their knowledge with us. Suggestions welcome!

• TABLE GAMES –Staff led board game events.

• HAND & FOOT CANASTA – Calling all Canasta players! See the 55 Plus office for a list of rules and a description of play. • HANDS ON ART – Tap into your creative side with a new project each month. All levels welcome. Materials provided. • HICAP – In-person appointments with a helpful volunteer for free and objective information and counseling about Medicare. Contact 55 Plus Office to schedule.

• TECH WITH TEENS - Bring your devices and questions on the to a knowledgeable high school volunteer. • TUESDAY TOWN WALKERS - Get Moving! Walk to local areas at your own pace, socialize and explore Los Gatos. • WEDNESDAY GAME DAY/BRIDGE - Staff coordinate tables of over 40 Bridge players each week! Canasta tables too. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required. • WOMEN’S ARTIST CONNECTION – Share and discuss your work in a friendly and non-judgmental atmosphere.

• LEARN TO CROCHET – Bring your patience in with you and learn how to loop yarn into all sorts of cozy items. Materials provided.

• WOOD CARVING – Turn pieces of wood into objects of art. Group helps mentor all levels of carvers to improve your skills. Pop in to check out the projects they are working on!

• MAGIC MOVIE TOUR - Lights, Camera, Action! Join us each month for a movie, discussion, and fun facts about the world of cinema...and some popcorn too!

• YOGA – Practice from a chair or mat or both. Boost energy, reduce stress, improve flexibility and balance. Pre-registration required $5/class.

• MAH JONGG – Friendly American Mah Jongg players group. All levels welcome. If you are interested in learning to play, please inquire with the 55 Plus office.

• ZUMBA GOLD - Join this easy-to- follow dance workout that focuses on balance, range of motion, coordination and fun! Perfect for the active older adult. Pre-registration required $5/class.

• MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES - Be the first player to lay down your dominoes. A lot of fun and just a few key rules, makes this a great social game to join! All levels welcome.

55 PLUS PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

55 PLUS PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Thursday 2/15 12:30PM - 3:30PM

DAYCATION • RIDE & TASTE • LOS GATOS Join VTA’s 2nd ever “Daycation” in Downtown Los Gatos and learn about public transportation services for seniors. Get a free ride on the 27 bus, enjoy a delicious, complimentary lunch at the Los Gatos Café , and shop at Nob Hill without the hassle of parking! Register at bit.ly/LGDaycation

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SPECIAL EVENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

FEBRUARYTS

COMMUNITY EVEN LIVE OAK PROGRAMS

Wood Carving

s MORE INFO - Weekday meal program for older adult mild call 408.354.0707. Day program for seniors with call to moderate dementia & respite for caregivers 408.354.4782 St, WHERE - Los Gatos Methodist Church, 111 Church Los Gatos, CA WHEN - Weekdays

FIRST FREE SUNDAY AT NEW MUSEUM LOS GATOS

WHERE - New Museum Los Gatos 106 E Main St, Los Gatos WHEN - Sunday February 4th, 10:00AM-4:00PM

BEHAVIOR HEALTH NAVIGATOR PROGRAM

Wednesday G

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James Lin DMD Monthly Tip Did you know cough drops ca n cause cavities? Most are suga r-free but still contain citric acid, wh ich causes enamel to break down . Although cough drops taste go od, it is not a great idea to be sucking on them throughout the day. Moderation is key!

h MORE INFO - Santa Clara County Behavioral Healt ort supp Services Team offers 1:1 in person peer connecting you to resources. Open to all ages. WHERE - Los Gatos Library 100 Villa Ave WHEN - Tuesdays 1:00PM- 4:00PM

ESL CONVERSATION CLUB IN PERSON

ly MORE INFO - Join us in-person at the Library for friend ers! and casual conversations with other English learn This class is for adults 18+. WHERE - Los Gatos Library, Conference Room WHEN - Every Tuesday, 11:00AM-12:00PM

MONTHLY-CROSSWORD

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Across

A place to “relieve” yourself

Deviate

Creative spark

Best ever

10. Buck’s mate 12. Once around the track

Crossword #26

14. Prohibits someone from doing something

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7 8 12

13 14

17. Research-based

20. Completely overpowering

22. In another location

25. Grant

27. Auditioned for the glee club

29. Egyptian wonder

31. Film director’s cry

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Down

A place to “relieve” yourself

Support for a resting head

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14. Prohibits someone from doing something

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A cutback or drop in price

Bummed

16. Taxi

11. Funny bone spots

17. Research-based

13. Something greatly treasured

20. Completely overpowering

15. Legal right of possession

22. In another location

18. Businesses

25. Grant

19. Published fiction

27. Auditioned for the glee club

21. Female sheep

29. Egyptian wonder

23. Evaporating Gaseous Globule (abbr.)

30. “___ questions?” 31. Film director’s cry 32. Audience acclaim

32. Audience acclaim 20

16. Taxi

“___ questions?” Crossword30.#26 (clues)

24. Out in the country 26. Atmospheric layer 28. Atomic mass unit (abbr.)

MONTHLY-QUIZZES & PUZZLES Searching for February

The Beatles

The words listed below can be found vertically, horizontally, diagonally, forward, and backward. Disregard spaces between words.

Match the clues to the words associated with the Beatles.

E Q S H E V N V I S H K C P C W L D R I V A N Z X U K A L W

Y A M C O L I O V Y H B O A V A B B Y G L E C I V A U N F Y

E T L C C S L E R P Y U Q L D O R O X R N T G W L J O O A Y

O Q S U P Y T R A E R N U E V C A K W J I N E A H D M W L X

S L S H U L I N O H H S D T F E V E U W B S L S O I W Z P D E S Q T H E T H M O N S I L L

S M G A J R R D A I N G M R Z A Y S P W E I R N L T O E S R

B X L Q A O C S K E H C I S S I T P O Y R D Y Y T Z X S B N

AMETHYST

LOVE

SUPER BOWL

AQUARIUS

MARDI GRAS

SWEETS

BLACK HISTORY

PISCES

VALENTINE’S (Day)

CARNIVAL

PRESIDENTS’ (Day)

VIOLET

CHINESE (New Year)

SHADOW

WEATHER

GROUNDHOG (Day)

SNOW MOON

WINTER

“I Am the Walrus” singer ____

A. Fab Four

Where the Beatles were formed ____

B. shout

Frenzy for the Beatles ____

C. Abbey Road

Album with “zebra crossing” cover ____

D. octopus

Beatles drummer ____

E. George Martin

The Beatles’ longest running No. 1 single ____

F. Lennon

The Beatles’ nickname ____

G. JFK

Singer and songwriter Paul ____

H. mop top

TV show host who boosted the Beatles ____

“Hey Jude”

10. Beatle who played the sitar ____

Liverpool

11. Sea creature with undersea garden ____

K. McCartney

12. Lovely Rita’s job ____

13. Animated film set in Pepperland ____

M. Beatlemania

14. What you do while you twist ____

N. meter maid

15. The Beatles’ entertainment company ____

O. Ringo Starr

16. Haircut the Beatles made popular ____

P. Ed Sullivan

17. The “fifth Beatle” ____

Q. Harrison

18. Airport where a large crowd greeted the Beatles in 1964 ____

R. Yellow Submarine

Apple Records

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Mixed-Up Breakfast Unscramble the letters to reveal words associated with breakfast.

“Wine” and “Cheese” Use the clues to determine words that rhyme with wine or cheese. The first nine words rhyme with wine and the second nine rhyme with cheese.

NEKCAASP

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AGESUSA

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GESG BNEITDEC

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EROGAN JCEIU

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BELAG

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SEFALFW

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ANOINCMN LLRO

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NABOC

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AHHS SRNWBO

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10. C R N F E H O T S T A

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11. U T Y O R G

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11. Winter sport gear

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12. T L E A O M A

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12. Shade providers

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13. S S C I B I U T N D A R Y A G V

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13. Polite word

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14. S R C K A O E F N L

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14. Honey makers

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15. F I U N M F

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15. Poke fun at

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16. C O E F F E

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16. Turn to ice

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17. A O T N I S S R C

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17. Pleasant wind

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18. L O N R A G A

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18. Get the juice out of

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Furniture wood

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Book’s backbone

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Twisted string

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Sign on the dotted ____

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Thin, like hair

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Trailing plant

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Rise and ____

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Supreme Court number

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The Taj Mahal is one

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10. Hay fever symptom

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55 PLUS PROGRAM

New to 55 Plus? Become a 55 Plus Member now for benefits through 2024. $30 Annual Fee. Current Members Renew Your Membership in November or December and save $5 Join our community of vibrant older adults! The LGS Recreation 55 Plus program provides comprehensive free or low-cost programs for people age 55 and over. You do not need to be a Los Gatos resident to join. To enjoy a variety of groups, programs, classes, social events, guest lectures, and services. Members receive special discounts for Great Getaway Adut Day Trips, LGS Pickleball League, social dances, and exclusive activities at Vasona Boating and the LGS Aquatics Center.

GREAT GETAWAY ADULT DAY TRIPS Pick up for all trips from the

Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center 208 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030 Joan Pisani Community Center 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070 55 Plus Members receive $10 off all Great Getaway trips! Note: Trips are non-refundable. To register call 408.354.8700 or bit.ly/3NN57Qw

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FEBRUARY 29TH – STEINBECK’S BIRTHDAY IN SALINAS $125/135 Add “Of Mice and Men” and “Grapes of Wrath” to your winter reading list and join us to celebrate the birthday of Nobel Prize American Writer, John Steinbeck with this trip to Salinas. First stop, take a 40-minute guided tour of the National Steinbeck Center. Then have time to explore the museum for yourself. After the museum, enjoy lunch and a docent talk in Steinbecks birthplace and childhood home! Lunch includes a seasonal entrée, salad, dessert and non-alcoholic beverage.

Thank You to our current Grant Sponsors

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MARCH 23RD - BEATLES CONCERT EXPERIENCE IN SAN JOSE $85/$95 Travel back in time for the night and relive Beatlemania. On this March Mini Trip, we “Come Together” and hop on the bus to San Jose’s Montgomery Theatre for a live concert experience to listen to 35 hits and take in authentic costumes during this Fab Four tribute. Ticket location: Orchestra Row L & M. Complimentary flower crown and glasses!s!

LGS Recreation has a web resource page to help connect older adults to services and information. We also offer several service providers in house. Contact the 55 Plus office for more details.

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FEBRUARY 6TH – ELEPHANT SEALS OF ANO NEUVO - $95/105 Do you enjoy watching Planet Earth? Take this trip and witness a must-see natural event! Male elephant seals battle on the beaches and the females give birth to their pups. Learn all about these wild animals from a knowledgeable docent on a guided 3-mile walk. During the trip you can purchase your own meal on the wharf and enjoy the sounds of the sea lions. IMPORTANT NOTE: Must be able to walk 3 miles on varied terrain including sand.

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