LGS|RECREATION - 55 PLUS NEWSLETTER
OCTOBER 2026
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MEMB ERS
Monday – Friday Office Hours: 9:00AM – 4:00PM 208 E. Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030
408.354.1514 55plus@lgsrecreation.org www.lgsrecreation.org
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OCTOBER FEATURE Sending warm wishes to Members, Jackie Ward, Assistant Recreation Coordinator
HAPPY OCTOBER MEMBERS! Looking back on September, we were happy to welcome West Valley exercise programs back, like Stay Fit and Balance Awareness. Zumba and Yoga also returned. Boost Your Mood group met to discuss small reminders to make you feel amazing again- one favorite takeaway was listening more and talking less. The guest speaker from the Alzheimer’s Foundation filled the room and taught us all about brain healthy habits. We had a lot to celebrate under our new roof- including the “3 Gals and That Guy” team triumph with the most points at Team Trivia. Best of all was the Member Mixer, an annual event where members got together to mix and mingle over mocktails, appetizers, and group games. Thank you to Michelle from the Rotary Club for arranging the fabulous flowers that we raffled off at the event. Also, big thanks to the sponsors of the prizes: Domus with an overflowing gift basket complete with a $50 gift card, Icing on the Cake for a gift certificate for 4 delicious cupcakes, and Double Ds Sports Grill for a $50 gift card.
Thank you, Domus
As we head into October, do not miss the free Bocce Ball Social on our beautiful courts at the Joan Pisani Center, Saratoga. This friendly short-game tournament with refreshments takes place on Friday, October 2nd. Call the 55 Plus Office by dialing 408-354-1514 to add your name to our roster. RSVP for October’s Guest Speaker presentation on Thursday, October 22nd to learn all about “Boosting Cash Flow”. Join us for the Decades Dance on Friday, October 23rd. Brooke will take you back through the decades with music from each era at this not-to-be-missed event. Get your member ticket for $5 and invite a friend who is not a member for $15. Be sure to dress in the attire of your favorite decade. At the end of the month learn all about Diwali, the Festival of Lights that is central to Indian culture, while dining on Indian food at Food for Thoughts on Friday, October 30th. Call us to sign up for this free program.
Thank you, Icing on the Cake
MEMBER-ABLE MOMENTS
Member Mixer
Member Mixer Raffle Winners!
Hands On Art Glass Pumpkins
Team Trivia Winners
Introducing Advanced Stay Fit
Standing Low Impact Fitness Returns
Elkhorn Slough Sailers
Treasure Island Lunch
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OCTOBER 1ST-9TH
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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 Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP 2:00PM - 3:00PM Badminton (Hall) 3:15PM - 4:15PM
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM - 11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM - 12:30PM ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP 9:30AM - 12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3) 9:30AM - 12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP 12:40PM - 1:55PM Advanced Balance (Hall) *RSVP 1:15PM - 2:15PM Advanced Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B)
Mexican Train (Rm 2) 10:00AM - 12:30PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 11:30AM - 12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Chair ZUMBA (YRC Rm B)
Coastal Carmel & 17 Mile Drive (Bus Trip) *FULL 7:30AM - 4:45PM
11:30AM - 12:20PM
Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 1:00PM - 2:00PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM Healing Hearts: Grief Support (Lounge) 1:30PM - 2:30PM Standing Low Impact (YRC Rm B)
THURSDAY
*FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS
12:45PM - 1:35PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM
FRIDAY
Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM - 12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Advanced Stay Fit (YRC Room B) *RSVP
10:00AM - 11:00AM Advanced Balance (YRC Rm B) *RSVP 11:15AM - 12:15PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM
ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 1:00PM - 1:50PM Bocce Social (JPCC Courts) *RSVP 2:00PM-3:45PM
*REGISTER $5
2:15PM - 3:15PM
3:00PM - 4:00PM ZUMBA Gold Evening (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 5:30PM - 6:20PM
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Paint Party: Pumpkin Painting (Hall) *FULL 10:00AM-12:00PM 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 Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP 2:00PM - 3:00PM Badminton (Hall) 3:15PM - 4:15PM
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM - 11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM - 12:30PM ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 11:30AM - 12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 1:00PM - 2:00PM Standing Low Impact (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5/CLASS 2:15PM - 3:15PM
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP 9:30AM - 12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3) 9:30AM - 12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP 12:40PM - 1:55PM Advanced Balance (Hall) *RSVP 1:15PM - 2:15PM Advanced Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 2:30PM - 3:30PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 3:00PM - 4:00PM ZUMBA Gold Evening (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 5:30PM - 6:20PM
Mexican Train (Rm 2) 10:00AM - 12:30PM VTA Ride and Taste Event (info flyer on p.9) *RSVP 11:10AM - 2:00PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 11:30AM - 12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Chair ZUMBA (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 12:45PM - 1:35PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM Prize BINGO (Hall) 3:00PM-4:00PM
How It's Made: Jelly Beans & Olive Oil (Bus Trip)*REGISTER $180 8:00AM - 6:00PM Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM - 12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Advanced Stay Fit (YRC Room B) *RSVP 10:00AM - 11:00AM Advanced Balance (YRC Rm B) *RSVP 11:15AM - 12:15PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 1:00PM - 1:50PM
*REGISTER $5/CLASS
CALENDAR LEGEND: 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 Special Event
NOVEMBER SAVE THE DATES:
THURSDAY 11/5 - GREAT GETAWAY: USS POTOMAC BOAT CRUISE *SOLD OUT TUESDAY 11/10 - AARP DRIVER SAFETY REFRESHER COURSE *RSVP WEDNESDAY 11/11 - CLOSED FOR VETERANS DAY THURSDAY 11/12 - GUEST SPEAKER: STAY GROUNDED IN STRESSFUL SITUATIONS *RSVP FRIDAY 11/13 - GREAT GETAWAY: ROSIE THE RIVETER *$105 MONDAY 11/16 - THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON *$5 THURSDAY 11/19 - TEAM TRIVIA *RSVP FRIDAY 11/20 - HANDS ON ART: RIBBON GARLANDS *SOLD OUT FRIDAY 11/20 - FOOD FOR THOUGHT: BREAKING BREAD THURSDAY 11/26 AND FRIDAY 11/27 - CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING
OCTOBER 12TH-30TH MONDAY
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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 Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP 2:00PM - 3:00PM Badminton (Hall) 3:15PM - 4:15PM
HICAP by Appt (Rm 2) 9:00AM - 12:30PM Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM - 11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM - 12:30PM ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 1:00PM - 2:00PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM Boost Your Mood: Intro to Neurographic Art (Hall) 1:30PM - 2:30PM Standing Low Impact (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5/CLASS 2:15PM - 3:15PM
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP 9:30AM - 12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3) 9:30AM - 12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP 12:40PM - 1:55PM Advanced Balance (Hall) *RSVP 1:15PM - 2:15PM Advanced Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 3:00PM - 4:00PM ZUMBA Gold Evening (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 5:30PM - 6:20PM
Mexican Train (Rm 2) 10:00AM - 12:30PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL 11:30AM - 12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Chair ZUMBA (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 12:45PM - 1:35PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Escape the Rock Cruise & Wharf (Bus Trip) *REGISTER $130 8:00AM-4:15PM Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM - 12:00PM SALA by Appt (Rm 2) 9:00AM - 12:00PM Hands on Art: Painted Doormats(Hall) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Advanced Stay Fit (YRC Room B) *RSVP 10:00AM - 11:00AM Advanced Balance (YRC Rm B) *RSVP 11:15AM - 12:15PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 1:00PM - 1:50PM
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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 Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP 2:00PM - 3:00PM Badminton (Hall) 3:15PM - 4:15PM
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM - 11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM - 12:30PM ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP 9:30AM - 12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3) 9:30AM - 12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP 12:40PM - 1:55PM Advanced Balance (Hall) *RSVP 1:15PM - 2:15PM Advanced Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 3:00PM - 4:00PM ZUMBA Gold Evening (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 5:30PM - 6:20PM
Guest Speaker: Boosting Cash Flow (Hall) *RSVP 10:00AM - 11:00AM Mexican Train (Rm 2) 10:00AM - 12:30PM Member Book Club: The Nightingale (Lounge) 12:00PM - 1:00PM Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM NO ZUMBA
Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM - 12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Advanced Stay Fit (YRC Room B) *RSVP 10:00AM - 11:00AM Advanced Balance (YRC Rm B) *RSVP 11:15AM - 12:15PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM Special Event: Decades Dance (Hall) *REGISTER $5 5:00PM-7:00PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 1:00PM - 1:50PM
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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 Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP 2:00PM - 3:00PM Badminton (Hall) 3:15PM - 4:15PM
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge) 9:15AM - 11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall) 10:00AM - 12:30PM ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP 9:30AM - 12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3) 9:30AM - 12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP 12:40PM - 1:55PM Advanced Balance (Hall) *RSVP 1:15PM - 2:15PM Advanced Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 3:00PM - 4:00PM ZUMBA Gold Evening (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 5:30PM - 6:20PM
Team Trivia (Hall) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Mexican Train (Rm 2) 10:00AM - 12:30PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL 11:30AM - 12:20PM Halloween Howling: Spooky Sing a Long (Hall) *RSVP 12:15PM-1:00PM Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Chair ZUMBA (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 12:45PM - 1:35PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM - 12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM - 12:00PM Advanced Stay Fit (YRC Room B) *RSVP 10:00AM - 11:00AM Advanced Balance (YRC Rm B) *RSVP 11:15AM - 12:15PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM - 2:00PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *FULL SERIES $5/CLASS *DROP IN $10/CLASS 1:00PM - 1:50PM Food For Thought: Diwali and Indian Food (Hall) 3:00PM - 4:00PM
11:30AM - 12:20PM
11:30AM - 12:20PM
Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 1:00PM - 2:00PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM Standing Low Impact (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5/CLASS 2:15PM - 3:15PM
11:30AM - 12:20PM
Pinochle (Rm 3) 12:30PM - 4:15PM Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5 1:00PM - 2:00PM Healing Hearts: Grief Support (Lounge) 1:30PM - 2:30PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM - 3:00PM Standing Low Impact (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5/CLASS 2:15PM - 3:15PM
WEDNESDAY
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CLASSES AND GROUP DESCRIPTIONS
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• AARP DRIVER SAFETY - 2 Day Course and 1 Day
Refresher offered in person bi-monthly. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule.
• ADVANCED BALANCE - Standing class focused
• MAH JONGG – American Mah Jongg players
group, some knowledge of game play required. Interested in learning to play? Inquire with the 55 Plus office.
on enhancing range of motion and strength using resistance bands. West Valley College Instructor: Melissa Wheeler.
• MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES - Be the first player
• ART AND MUSIC APPRECIATION – Interactive
• PAINT PARTY - Sip, paint and socialize with us.
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
to lay down your dominoes. It's a lots of fun and just a few key rules. All levels.
Follow a video tutorial creating a fun seasonal painting. All materials provided. All levels.
• PING PONG – Drop in to socialize and play.
Equipment provided.
in your materials and work on your individual projects with our welcoming community of artists. No formal instruction.
• PINOCHLE - Double Deck Pinochle. Experienced
• BADMINTON - Drop-in play. All levels welcome.
• SALA - Senior Legal Aid – On site appointments
Equipment provided.
• BALANCE AWARENESS - Develop a foundation of
players only, no instruction.
for free legal services. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule.
balance for functional fitness and fall prevention. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.
• SPECIAL EVENTS (MONTHLY) – Dances, High Tea,
• BINGO - Get out your dauber and get ready to
• STANDING LOW IMPACT FITNESS – Exercise
Boats & BBQs, July Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Holiday Social, Bocce, and more!
month. Pick up the booklist from the 55 Plus Office.
aiming to improve strength, balance, and functional movements. Get a full body workout and increase range of motion. $5/Class. Instructor: Angela Liu
• BOOST YOUR MOOD - Everyone can benefit from
• STAY FIT – Seated exercise class focusing on range
• FOOD FOR THOUGHT – Bring your appetite for
• ST. MARY’S BRIDGE – Intermediate level bridge
• GREAT GETAWAY – Local bus trips arranged
• TEAM TRIVIA – Teams of three or four put their
have some fun! Join us monthly for prize BINGO.
• BOOK CLUB - Meets on the 4th Thursday of each
more happiness. Interactive program to discuss topics and tools centered on increasing well-being as you meet new friends.
learning something new about food and sample the subject matter. monthly. Additional fees and registration required. $10 discount for members.
• GUEST SPEAKER – Bringing a variety of local
experts to share their knowledge with us. Suggestions welcome!
• 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 exploring different mediums. All levels welcome. Materials provided.
• HEALING HEARTS – Grief support group open to
both women and men. 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.
• HICAP – In-person appointments with a trained
volunteer for free and objective information and counseling about Medicare. Call 408-350-3288. Funded by the California Department of Aging and Sourcewise.
of motion and building strength with resistance bands. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required. players. Inquire with the 55 Plus Office. No Drop Ins. knowledge to the test with a variety of topics.
• 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! Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.
• WOOD CARVING – Turn pieces of wood into
objects of art. Group helps mentor all levels of carvers to improve your skills.
• 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 an active older adult. Pre-registration required $5/class. Drop in $10/ Class when space permits
55 PLUS PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
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55 PLUS PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS Los Gatos Thrives Foundation Mont hly M onda y Morning M ovie October 5 th, 9:3 0am 12 :30 pm
Steel Magnolias Ticket s available online or at t he door. $10 - movie, coffee and pastry
www .losgat ost hrives.org
LG THRIVES FOUNDATION MONDAY MORNING MOVIES
INFO - Tickets are $10 for movie, coffee, and pastry. Purchase online at losgatosthrives.org/mond ay-movie WHERE - CineLux Los Gatos Theatre, 43 N Sant a Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95 WHEN - First Mon. of the Month @ 9:45AM12:45PM
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 care givers call 408.354.4782. WHERE - Los Gatos Methodist Church, 111 Church St.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NAVIGATOR PROGRAM
INFO - Peer support and referrals. WHERE - Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave, Los Gatos WHEN - Tuesdays @ 10:00AM-3:00PM
DROP IN TECH HELP @ LOS GATOS LIBRARY
WHERE - 100 Villa Ave, Los Gatos, CA 9503 0 WHEN - Tuesdays 3:00PM-4:30PM
WVCS MOBILE FOOD PROGRAM
INFO - FREE access to food including fresh produce, meat, dairy, dry goods, and canned food. 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
GOLD THURSDAYS
INFO - Live Music, Special Food and Drink Prom otions, and local shopping. WHERE - Downtown Los Gatos WHEN - First Thursday of the Month from May through October
WALK TO END ALZHEIMER
INFO - Consider joining Team Let’s Go Los Gatos/ Saratoga for the annual Silicon Valley Alzh eimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s! . WHERE - Lake Cunningham Park, San Jose WHEN - Saturday, October 10th 9:30 AM
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Crossword
MONTHLY-CROSSWORD
(clues) Across
Do
1.
Royal carpet color
1.
4.
Huge conflict
7.
“Jeremiah _____ a bullfrog...”
9.
Driving range accessory
10. Major artery in the body
Crossword #58
11. Fog or mist, for example
Use the clues to fill in the crossword.
8.
14. French, English, and Spanish are some
9.
16. Without any money to spend
13.
17. Mothlike insect
15.
19. Sprinted, for example
18.
20. “Strike three; you’re _____!”
22.
21. Male
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23. Getting older
26.
25. Cardiologist’s test, abbrev.
29.
27. Grade A item
31.
28. What’s left
32.
Across
Down
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Royal carpet color
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Huge conflict
American _____ War; “shot heard round the world”
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“Jeremiah _____ a bullfrog...”
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Unable to do without
9.
Driving range accessory
3.
Tavern
4.
Not in the right way
5.
Automotive Transmission Fluid, abbrev.
12. Light switch setting
6.
Castaways’ transports
13. Mr. Ed, for one
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Environment
14. French, English, and Spanish are some
9.
Shakespeare: “And _____ hangs a tale”
16. Without any money to spend
13. Sleep through winter
17. Mothlike insect
15. Not known; strange
19. Sprinted, for example
18. Can be used for pointing
20. “Strike three; you’re _____!”
22. A friend in _____
21. Male
24. Lass
23. Getting older
26. Mutual of _____’s Wild Kingdom
25. Cardiologist’s test, abbrev.
29. Sharp part of a sword
27. Grade A item
31. Kind, type
28. What’s left
32. “Break me off a piece of that _____ Kat Bar!”
30. Like corn tassels 33. In-depth 34. Place for picnicking
5. 6.
(clues) 34. Place for picnicking
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13. Mr. Ed, for one
Crossword 33. #58 In-depth
11. Fog or mist, for example
3.
12. Light switch setting
30. Like corn tassels
10. Major artery in the body
2.
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MONTHLY-QUIZZES & PUZZLES
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Pass It On After answering each clue, use the last letter of the answer for the first letter of the next answer. The first answer is given.
1.
October holiday
Halloween
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Surgeon’s assistant
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“Top” “Dog”
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Purple-skinned fruit
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Wimbledon game
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Use the clues to determine words that rhyme with top or dog. The first nine words rhyme with top, and the second nine rhyme with dog.
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Pasta type
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1.
A small jump
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Home of the Taj Mahal
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Tool used to clean floors
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Military group
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3.
Police officer
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Root vegetable
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4.
Opposite of go
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Campfire treat
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To let something fall
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10. Droopy tree
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Sound made by horse hooves
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11. Plumber’s tool
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Nickname for dad
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12. Delivery room site
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What you do at a store
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13. Wood
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Cut short
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14. Street
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10. Pig relative
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15. Evening meal
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11. Amphibian that jumps
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16. Hunting weapon
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12. To block a drain
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17. Specialist
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13. Run at a slow pace
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18. November holiday
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14. Walk wearily through mud
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15. Thick cloud near the ground
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16. Piece of wood from a tree
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17. Wet, marshy ground
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18. A form of air pollution
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Spine-Tingling Night Mining See how many words you can make with the letters in:
SPINE-TINGLING NIGHT Use each letter only once. Give yourself two points for five-letter words, three points for six-letter words, and five points for words that have seven or more letters. 1.
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Celebra'ng Italy Search and Solve Find each of the items from the categories listed below. Search vertically, horizontally, diagonally, forward, and backward. ©ActivityConnection.com
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55 PLUS PROGRAM 2026 Membership $45
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, Table Tennis, LGS Pickleball League, social dances, and exclusive activities at Vasona Boating and the LGS Aquatics Center.
PICK UP FOR ALL TRIPS FROM: 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 Add yourself to the waitlist! Additional trips/dates may be added.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 - HOW IT’S MADE DAY TRIP – JELLYBEANS AND OLIVE OIL - $180 - Discover how Jelly Belly Jellybeans are made and how Olive Oil is produced at Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company. Enjoy a family-style picnic in the Grove.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 - ESCAPE THE ROCK CRUISE & FISHERMAN'S WHARF - $130 Free time to explore Fisherman’s Wharf, to-go lunch from Boudin Bakery aboard the Blue and Gold Fleet ship. Listen to intriguing audio tour stories while aboard the “Escape from the Rock Cruise”
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 - USS POTOMAC BOAT CRUISE - SOLD OUT
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 - ROSIE THE RIVETER MUSEUM $105 - Meet a real Rosie at the Rosie the Riveter World War II Home Front National Historical Park. Dine at the Golden Gate Bistro, then return to the museum for a short film and exploration.
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 - HOLIDAY LUNCHEON, SHOPPING, & FILOLI VISIT - $160 - Enjoy an extravagant luncheon at Cafe Wisteria before heading to Filoli to explore the seasonally decorated grounds with time to holiday shop for unique gifts at both locations. *MORE SEATS ADDED
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.
Thank You to our current Grant Sponsors
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