We hope you enjoyed the October treats that our team planned for you. Members enjoyed spooky events such as a special edition of Food for Thought “Halloween Lore and Goodies Galore”, themed movie showings in the lounge, crafting bootiful succulent pumpkins, and a monster mash social dance showcasing some great costumes. Guest speaker Sally Duplantier shared the timely topic of “Science Based Ways to Boost Your Immune System. Two Great Getaway bus trips took place, one traveling to the Mystery Spot and Chaminade in Santa Cruz and the second spending a nice fall day out at Angel Island.
In November, we are reminded of how grateful we are for this wonderful community of members. To celebrate we look forward to gathering for our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon with delicious food from Los Gatos Meats and ambiance set by talented pianist (and member) Sue. There is no fee for this event, but we encourage members who are able to bring NEW socks or underwear that will be donated back into the community. On Saturday November 16th, join us for a special ceremony in honor of Veterans Day. Technical Sergeant Jaclynn Canavan Bol, USAF, Retired will be the guest speaker for the event. We encourage you to bring in an photos or mementos to add to the display table. Open to the public, so please invite a friend.
Also in November, don’t miss attending this month’s Food for Thought which will be a gouda time learning all about cheese and sampling the subject matter too. There are only a few seats left, be sure to RSVP. We have live band “Seascape Sounds” lined up for the November’s social dance, so be sure to get your ticket, Lesley will give a 30-minute ballroom lesson, but even if you have two left feet, join us to enjoy the music and refreshments. Come meet our Teen Volunteers on the 7th and 21st to play tables games or get tech help. More seats added to the Great Getaway trip to Cache Creek Casino so there is still space for you to hop aboard. January trips are now open for enrollment, check out the back cover for more info.
November also means it’s time to renew your annual 55 Plus membership. Current members save $5 when you renew in November or December for 2025. Also, a great time for new members to join and enjoy benefits through 2025. The 55 Plus elves are working on adding a few bonus programs as our gift to you in December, stay tuned!
Lisanne Kennedy (Recreation Coordinator)
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Calendar
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Community Event
Guest Speaker
Low-Cost Fitness
Monthly Event
No Class
Service Group
Social Dance
Special Event
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 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)
3:30PM-4:30PM
CLOSED
Join us on Saturday November 16th from 10:00AM-12:00PM for a ceremony in honor of Veterans Day *RSVP
NOVEMBER 1ST-15TH
Artist Workshop (Hall)
9:00AM-12:00PM
Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall)
1:00PM-2:00PM
Balance Awareness (Hall)
2:00PM-3:00PM
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)
9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall)
10:00AM-12:30PM 55+ ZUMBA Toning (YRC Rm B) $10 Drop In
11:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5) 1:00PM-4:30PM
Game Day (Hall) $5 *RSVP
9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP
12:00PM-1:15PM
55+ Yoga (YRC Rm B) $5 Drop In 3:00PM-4:00PM
Mexican Train (Rm 3)
10:00AM-12:00PM 55+ ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL - No Drop In 11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 5)
1:00PM-4:30PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM NEW Teen Tech & Table Games (Hall) ���� 3:00PM-4:30PM
10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) 2:00PM-3:00PM Social DanceLive Band "Seascape Sounds" and 30 Min. Ballroom Dance Lesson (Hall) $5/$10 6:00PM-8:00PM
St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) *No Drop Ins
10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)
10:00AM-2:00PM Thanksgiving Luncheon (Hall) *RSVP SEATING FOR 11:30AM or 1:30PM NO STAY FIT Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 5)
1:45PM-4:00PM NO BALANCE AWARENESS NO BADMINTON
NOVEMBER 18TH-29TH
SALA by Appt (Rm 2)
9:00AM-12:30PM Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall)
10:00AM-12:30PM 55+ ZUMBA Toning (YRC Rm B) $10 Drop In
11:30AM-12:30PM Magic Movie Tour (Lounge)
1:00PM-4:00PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5)
1:00PM-4:30PM
St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) *No Drop Ins
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)
3:30PM-4:30PM
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)
9:15AM-11:00AM
Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM-12:30PM ZUMBA WILL RETURN IN 2025
Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5)
1:00PM-4:30PM
Game Day (Hall) $5 *RSVP
9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM WVCS InfoBooth (Entryway)
11:30AM-1:00PM Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP
10:00AM-12:00PM Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP
12:00PM-1:15PM NO YOGA *REGISTER FOR NEXT SESSION FOR FREE ❤ HAPPY HOLIDAYS
55+ ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL - No Drop In 11:30AM-12:20PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM Pinochle (Rm 5)
1:00PM-4:30PM NEW Teen Tech & Table
Games (Hall) ���� 3:00PM-4:30PM
Artist Workshop (Hall)
9:00AM-12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM Hands on Art *FULL (Hall)
10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall)
1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall)
2:00PM-3:00PM Prize BINGO (Rm 214) 3:00PM-4:00PM
DECEMBER SAVE THE DATES:
Check back in December for Bonus Holiday Programs happening on Wednesday Afternoons and Thursday mornings!
• December 4th - 18th - Holiday Special - FREE Wednesday Yoga for Members *RSVP
• December 6th - Food for Thought *RSVP
• December 7th – 68th Annual Children’s Christmas/Holidays Parade in Los Gatos
• December 12th - VTA Ride and Taste LG *RSVP – only 10 spots
• December 13th - SOUL Social Dance *$5 Tickets for Members & $10 for Public
• December 16th - Member Holiday Social *RSVP
• December 17th - Great Getaway - Seaside Shopping, Dinner, and Holiday Lights Train *Tickets 408.354.8700
RENEW your annual 55 Plus membership for 2025 in November or December and receive $5 off! Please note our offices will be closed for the holidays from December 23rd through January 3rd.
GROUP
• 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.
• 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!
• FOOD FOR THOUGHT – Learn something new about food related topics and sample the subject matter. New topic each month.
• 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.
• LEARN TO CROCHET – Bring your patience in with you and learn how to loop yarn into all sorts of cozy items. Materials provided.
• 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.
• PING PONG – Drop in to socialize and play. Equipment provided.
• 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
• SINGLE AGAIN – For women who are widowed. Meet others who will understand and provide support in dealing with this life-changing transition.
• SOCIAL COMMITEE – Volunteer opportunity. Help shape what programs, activities and socials are available through the 55 Plus program. Help plan and decorate for upcoming social events. Help make our community warmer and brighter!
• 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
• TEEN TECH & TABLE GAMES - Bring your devices and questions for tech support from our team of knowledgeable high school volunteers. Our teens are eager to play table games too! Learn a new game or bring in a favorite.
• 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.
• WOMEN’S ARTIST CONNECTION – Share and discuss your work in a friendly and non-judgmental atmosphere.
• 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
Join our community of Vibrant Older Adults
208 E Main St, Los Gatos, Ca
$35 Annual Fee Renew in Nov/Dec for $30
Weekly Programs and Events
Monthly Socials
Monthly Friday Night Dances
Monthly Art Program Guest Speakers Exclusive Fitness Classes Discounts on Great Getaway Bus Trips
TIME: 9:30AM-11:30AM
TECH & TABLE GAMES WITH TEENS
Meet our new Team of Teen Volunteers! This group is eager to teach and learn new table games. Come play something new or bring in an old favorite. Bring in any tech questions you need help with or want to learn more about. In the new year, look for Teen Tech Seminars on hot tech topics.
Vasona BBQ
Adult Trips
Art Progams
Dr. James Lin’s Dental Tip
Before the year ends, take advantage of your dental insurance, unused benefits don't typically carry over to the next year.
HOLIDAY MARKET
Did you know? The LG
NOVEMBER
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
BEHAVIOR HEALTH NAVIGATOR PROGRAM
INFO - Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Services Team offers 1:1 in person peer support connecting you to resources. Open to all ages.
WHERE - Los Gatos Library 100 Villa Ave
WHEN - Tuesdays 10:00AM-3:00PM
NUMU FREE FIRST SUNDAYS
INFO - https://www.numulosgatos.org/events/free-firstsunday-oct24
WHERE - 106 E. Main Street, Los Gatos
WHEN - Sunday 11/3 10am-4:00pm with guided art tour @ 11:00 AM and guided history tour at 2:00 PM
LG THRIVES FOUNDATION MONDAY MORNING MOVIE
INFO - https://losgatosthrives.org/monday-movies
WHERE - Cinelux Los Gatos Theatre, 43 N Santa Cruz Ave
WHEN - Monday 11/4 @ 9:45AM-12:45PM
Comfort Cabinet provides health and hygiene necessities to anyone who needs them, no questions asked. Learn more about what items are available or how to donate, online here https:www.losgatosca.gov/2968/ Comfort-Cabinet
Crossword #35
Use the clues to fill in the crossword.
Across
1.Lace napkin
Across
1.Lace napkin
4.Crack a coded message
9.Not wearing shoes or socks
10.Serious experience that causes physical or emotional damage
11.Slang for a stubborn individual
13.Traveling amusement show
15.Eighth letter of Greek alphabet
17.Area where one first walks into a building, i.e., lobby
Match the popular rock song to the singer or band.
1.“Louie Louie” ____
2.“My Generation” ____
3.“Jailhouse Rock” ____
4.“Light My Fire” ____
5.“Purple Haze” ____
6.“Chantilly Lace” ____
7.“Good Vibrations” ____
8.“Great Balls of Fire” ____
9.“Crocodile Rock” ____
10.“Whole Lotta Love” ____
11.“We Will Rock You” ____
12.“Bad Moon Rising” ____
13.“Roll Over Beethoven” ____
14.“(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” ____
15.“Tutti Frutti” ____
16.“Born to Be Wild” ____
17.“Free Bird” ____
A.The Who
B. Little Richard
C.Jimi Hendrix
D. Lynyrd Skynyrd
E.The Kingsmen
F. Chuck Berry
G.Elvis
H.Led Zeppelin
I.Steppenwolf
J. The Doors
K.Queen
L.The Beach Boys
M.Elton John
N.The Big Bopper
O. The Rolling Stones
P. Jerry Lee Lewis
Q. Creedence Clearwater Revival
55 PLUS PROGRAM
2025 $35 Annual Fee
Current members, renew your membership for 2025 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 Adult 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
• NOVEMBER 14TH – CACHE CREEK CASINO $65/$75 - We heard your requests for a casino trip! Now’s your chance! Cache Creek, west of Sacramento has thousands of slot machines and hundreds of table games. Ticket includes: transportation, $20 bonus play from casino, and bus driver gratuity. Purchase your own lunch.
• DECEMBER 17TH - SEASIDE SHOPPING, DINNER AND HOLIDAY LIGHTS TRAIN - $195/$205 - Finish your lastminute holiday shopping in Capitola or simply enjoy a warm beverage with an ocean view. Gather for a dinner in a decked out private seaside room at Ideal Bar and Grill in Santa Cruz. Then hop aboard the Holiday Lights Train for a ride through town with live music in the company of Santa. Your ticket includes: transportation, driver gratuity, dinner, first class train ticket, and $10 boardwalk cash.
• JANUARY 8TH – ORPHEUM SF: SOME LIKE IT HOT$145/$155 - Join us for a matinee showing of Some Like it Hot. Set in Chicago during Prohibition, two male musicians witness a mob hit. They jump a cross-country train dressed as women in an all-female band to escape. After the show, dine at your choice of many restaurants at the Hillsdale Shopping Center or enjoy some shopping. Ticket includes: transportation and theatre ticket.
• JANUARY 31ST – DAY AT THE MUSEUMS - $110/$120
- Explore the watercolor wilderness journeys of Tony Foster and finish the day learning about Rodin’s bronze sculptures at The Cantor Arts on Stanford’s campus. Enjoy lunch at a unique lunch destination, Buck’s Restaurant, in between. Ticket includes: Two guided tours, lunch, and transportation.
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.
