July was a celebration of all things summer with lots of opportunities to socialize. There was a great turnout with 50 people for the Summer Social Ballroom Dance following Lesley's lead and tunes by DJ Brooke. Our next social dance will be in September with live music from Seascape Sounds. We enjoyed a second great summer day out on the water at Vasona Boating. Trips toured to enjoy the Bay, local sights in San Jose, and to cheer for the Giants! Hands On Art crafted fabric windsocks. Food for Thought learned all about Ice Cream and savored banana splits. We closed out July with our Annual Picnic at Friendship Hall in Saratoga with live music by Cook’ N Fenny. Thank you to all who attended. It was a beautiful venue for the event and fun to see the shuttle bus arrive too! We are grateful to this year's event sponsors: Vasona Creek Healthcare, Los Gatos Thrives Foundation, Hand N’ Hand Senior Placement, Renewal By Anderson, Hearts and Minds Activity Center, Whole Foods, and thank you to the Los Gatos Lions for providing a hard-working volunteer team!
Summer isn’t over yet! This August join us for a fun Summer Social in the hall with chair volleyball, cornhole, and ice cream. El Camino Health has been leading Wellness Walks in surrounding communities, and they will be coming to offer a VIP version here on site! Join for a wellness talk and then walk the Los Gatos Creek trail as a group. Good news Zumba enthusiasts, evening Zumba has been popular and will continue! While WVC is in between semesters we will have Angela teaching SEAT (Supported Exercise for Ageless Training). Our guest speaker this month will give a talk on Practical Tips for Daily Calm. Expect to learn techniques to soothe anxiety, foster resilience, and restore balance managing life's stressors. Hands on Art will be making beaded garden stakes. Be on the lookout as we are introducing new programs starting this fall and fall trips are now open for registration.
Lisanne Kennedy, Recreation Coordinator
Food For Thought: Foods on a Stick
Food For Thought: Ice Cream
Guest Speaker: Reading Food Labels
Rosicrucian & San Pedro Square Market
Hands on Art
Vasona Boating
July Social Dance
Bay Model Great Getaway
LG Thrive Foundation
Movie (Cinelux) $10 tickets
9:45AM-12:45PM
St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) *No Drop Ins
10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)
10:00AM-2:00PM Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:00PM NEW Yoga S.E.A.T Hall) *RSVP
1:00PM-2:00PM Badminton (Hall)
3:30PM-4:30PM
St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) *No Drop Ins
10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)
10:00AM-2:00PM
Renewal by Anderson On-Site (Lobby)
12:30PM - 2:30PM Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:00PM
NEW Yoga S.E.A.T (Hall) *RSVP
1:00PM-2:00PM Badminton (Hall)
3:30PM-4:30PM
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Community Event
Guest Speaker
Great Getaway
Low-Cost Fitness
$5 Drop-in for Yoga
$10 Drop-in for ZUMBA
Monthly Event
No Class
Service Group
Social Dance
Special Event
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)
9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall)
10:00AM-12:30PM
ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *Register $5
11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM
55+ Water Workout (LGHS Pool) *FULL
12:45PM-1:35PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM
HICAP by Appt (Rm 2)
9:00AM-12:30PM Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)
9:15am-11:00am Mah Jongg (Hall)
10:00AM-12:30PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM No Zumba Toning
AUGUST 1ST-15TH
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP
9:30AM-12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3)
9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *Register $5
3:00PM-4:00PM NEW ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *Register or Drop In $5
5:00PM-5:50PM
Renewal by Anderson On-Site (Lobby)
9:00AM-1:00PM Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP
9:30AM-12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3)
9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *Register $5
3:00PM-4:00PM NEW ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *Register or Drop In $5 5:30PM-6:20PM
10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM-2:00PM
NEW ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *Register 5 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP 2:00PM-3:00PM Prize BINGO (Rm 214) 3:00PM-4:00PM
Food for Thought will return in September
FALL 2025 TRIPS NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
Great Getaways or scan QR
THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON REGISTRATION OPEN
11/17 @ 11:30AM OR 1:30PM Visit Luncheon 11:30AM or Luncheon 1:30PM scan QR
BINGOCIZE®
New evidence based fitness class and fall prevenetion program w/ Santa Clara County: Starting 9/8 on Mondays at 10:00AM & Thursdays at 1:00PM
CLASSES AND 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.
• NEW BINGOcize® - Evidence based 10-week program that combines BINGO with gentle exercises and fall prevention tips. Stay active, boost your brain, and connect with others in a lively, social setting! Instructor: Santa Clara County.
• BOOK CLUB - Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Pick up the booklist from the 55 Plus Office.
• BINGO – Get out your dauber and get ready to have some fun! Join us monthly for prize BINGO.
• GREAT GETAWAY – Local bus trips arranged monthly. Additional fees and registration required.
• GUEST SPEAKER – Bringing a variety of local experts in to share their knowledge with us. Suggestions welcome!
• HEALING HEARTS – Grief support group open to both women and men. Led by Jackie. Find solace in the company of other singles as we process our grief together and make new friends. Leave with some journaling prompts to work through until our next meeting.
• FOOD FOR THOUGHT – Bring your appetite for learning something new about food and sample the subject matter you are learning about!
• 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.
• 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!
• 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.
• 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.
• NEW PAINT PARTY - Socialize and follow along to a video tutorial to create a seasonal painting. All levels welcome. Materials provided.
• PAPERBACK PALS - Read more books, meet more friends! Come with your book recommendations. Inquire with the 55 Plus Office for book borrowing and check out options.
• PING PONG – Drop in to socialize and play. Equipment provided.
• SALA - SENIOR LEGAL AID – On site appointments now available, schedule with the 55 Plus Office
• SOCIAL DANCE – Dance instruction, refreshments, and music!
• SPECIAL EVENTS (SEASONAL) – High Tea, Boats & BBQs, July Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Holiday Social, and more!
• 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.
• ST. MARY’S BRIDGE – Looking for intermediate level bridge players interested in subbing. Inquire with 55 plus office. NO DROP INS
• 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.
• WATER WORKOUT – Seasonal summer program at the LGHS Pool. Pre-registration and class fee required.
• 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!
• YOGA – Practice from a chair or mat or both. Boost energy, reduce stress, improve flexibility and balance. Pre-registration required $5/class.
• 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. Drop-in $10
August Guest Speaker
acticing Daily Calm Practicing Daily Calm
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AUGUST
COMMUNITY EVENTS
LIVE OAK PROGRAMS
INFO - Weekday meal program for older adults call 408.354.0707. Day program for seniors with mild to moderate dementia & respite for caregivers call 408.354.4782.
WHERE - Los Gatos Methodist Church, 111 Church St.
WHEN - Weekdays
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NAVIGATOR PROGRAM
INFO - Peer support and referrals.
WHERE - Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave, Los Gatos
WHEN - Tuesdays @ 10:00AM-3:00PM
LG CHAMBER GOLD THURSDAY
INFO - Live music at Grays Lane, special food and drink promotions, and local shopping.
WHERE - Cinelux Los Gatos Theatre, 43 N Santa Cruz Ave
WHEN - First Thursday of each month May-October
WVCS MOBILE FOOD PROGRAM
INFO - FREE access to food including fresh produce, meat, dairy, dry goods, and canned food. Complete the intake form. https://www.wvcommunityservices.org/ mobile. Call for more info 408.471.6123
WHERE - Next to Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave
WHEN - 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 10:00AM-11:15AM
LG THRIVE FOUNDATION MONDAY MORNING MOVIE
INFO - https://losgatosthrives.org/monday-movies
WHERE - Cinelux Los Gatos Theatre, 43 N Santa Cruz Ave
WHEN - 8/4 @ 9:45AM-12:45PM
VTA RIDE AND TASTE LOS GATOS
INFO - Meet at Adult Recreation Center, 208 E Main Street, then travel by bus to a free social lunch. Pre- registration required.*55 Plus Members RSVP to attend for FREE, limited to 10 spots, bimonthly.
WHEN - 8/28 @ 11:00AM-2:30PM
EL CAMINO WELLNESS WALK
INFO - Register Here www.elcaminohealth.org/ wellnesswalks
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55 PLUS PROGRAM
New to 55 Plus? Become a 55 Plus Member now for annual benefits throughout 2025. $35 Annual Fee. 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 Adult Day Trips, LGS Pickleball League, social dances, and exclusive activities at Vasona Boating and the LGS Aquatics Center.
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, visit Great Getaways or scan the QR
GREAT GETAWAY ADULT DAY TRIPS
• FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 19TH – ELKHORN SLOUGH BOAT TOUR & FREE TIME IN MONTERAY - *SOLD OUT Enjoy a 1.5-hour Elkhorn Slough cruise with a Naturalist to see sea otters, seals, and birds. Then spend 2 hours at Fisherman's Wharf or Cannery Row.
• OCTOBER 3RD - GHOSTS & GOATS – $135/$145 Dine cliffside at the haunted Moss Beach Distillery before heading to Harley Farms Goat Farm in Pescadero for a 1.5-hour tour and cheese sampling.
• OCTOBER 10TH- WINERY LUNCH, GLASS BLOWING, BOCCE & PUMPKIN PATCH - $170/$180 Visit La Nebbia Winery to make a blown glass coin or magnet and play bocce ball. Enjoy lunch on the grounds before heading to Pastorino's Pumpkin Patch.
• NOVEMBER 7TH- ROSIE THE RIVETER & GOLDEN GATE BISTRO LUNCH - $95/$105 Meet a real-life "Rosie" at the Rosie the Riveter Museum in Richmond, and learn about Japanese internment from Jim Oshima. Take a self-guided tour of the museum, view the USS Hornet ship, and dine at The Golden Gate Bistro.
• NOVEMBER 23RD – CIRQUE DE SOLIEL ECHO & LAZY DOG DINNER - $190/$200 Enjoy a matinee of Cirque du Soleil's ECHO at Oracle Park, featuring a girl and her wolf-dog discovering a magic cube. Dinner follows at The Lazy Dog Restaurant.
• DECEMBER 17TH- NUTCRACKER BALLET & BEACH CHALET SUNSET DINNER - $200/ $210 The Beach Chalet offers us a 3-course meal with spectacular sunset views of the Pacific Ocean. Golden Gate Theatre presents Nutcracker! Magic Christmas Ballet. Make a treasured holiday memory!
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.
