Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation, in partnership with the Town of Los Gatos, provides a comprehensive Senior Services program available to all Los Gatos residents age 55 and over.  The Senior Services Program is housed in the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center, located at 208 East Main Street.

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The 55 Plus Program:

The LGS Recreation 55 Plus Program is dedicated to ensuring access to recreational, educational, and wellness opportunities for adults age 55 & better throughout Los Gatos, Saratoga and surrounding areas. Our goal is to provide a sense of belonging and encourage older adults to treat 55 Plus as an opportunity to re-invent themselves, gain fresh perspectives, make new friends and enjoy more adventures. This can all be done by taking the leap and joining one of our many groups and programs.

To learn more about the Los Gatos-Saratoga 55 Plus Program, Please visit the 55 Plus Drop-In Office, Open Monday- Friday 9AM-1PM at 208 East Main Street Los Gatos, or call 408-354-1514.

<<55 Plus Membership Form>>

<<Additional 55 Plus CLASSES>>

 

The 55 Plus Activity Groups &  Programs – Register in Class

The following special activity groups meet at the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center, 208 E. Main Street.  We invite you to join us! Register in class unless otherwise specified.

 

Table Games and More

Every Wednesday from 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM in the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center- Large Hall (208 E. Main Street), provides a friendly social atmosphere where participants can work on their game-playing skills while having a lot of fun.  $5 suggested donation. Please call (650) 747-0605 to arrange for a table.  Stay afterwards and join us for lunch  (a $2.50 donation for lunch is recommended).  Lynnette Vega lahondalynnette@earthlink.com

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Artists Connection

4th Wednesday of the month from 3 – 5 PM in the Lounge.  Bring an example of your finished artwork to share information about inspiration, techniques and process.

Program Facilitator: Lynnette Vega (650) 747-0605 lahondalynnette@earthlink.com

Crafter’s Circle for Knitters, Crocheters and Needlepointers

Fridays from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM in the Lounge

Get cozy in our newly outfitted Lounge and join with other hand-craft in friendly and supportive environment.

Facilitator: Margo O'Neill

Dances for 55 Plus- LIVE Band

4th Friday of every month. 10th Avenue Swing Band in the Large Hall from 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Live music, for listening and dancing. Admission: $5 per person

Dinner Club

1st Wednesday of the month from 5:30 – 7:30 PM, at different restaurants

Contact Facilitaor: Lynnette Vega at 650-747-0605 for the restaurant location and to reserve your spot.

(EVERYONE PAYS FOR THEIR OWN DINNER)

Friday Art Workshop

Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM in the Large Hall

All levels are welcome.  Join us and work at your own pace to improve watercolor, acrylic and oil painting technique in a welcoming atmosphere.  No formal instruction. 

Facilitator: Rebecca White

Friday Afternoon at the Cinema

Last Friday of the month at 1PM in the lounge.

We'll view an interesting variety of films and them, over a cup of coffee or tea, we'll have an informal discussion and rate the merits (or demerits) of what you've just seen.

Facilitator: Judy Marlin

Happy Hoofers Walking Group

Tuesdays from 9:15 – 11: 30 AM in the Lounge

Walk to local areas at your own pace.

Facilitator: Clare Dudley

Monthly Movie Classics

Last Wednesday of each month from 1:00 – 3:00 PM in the Lounge

Classic films are often distinguished or unique works of cinema that have transcended time and trends, with indefinable quality.  Enjoy a classic film once a month compliments in a comfortable, relaxing setting.

The Mountain Area 55 Plus Program

1st & 3rd Monday of each month from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Loma Prieta Community Center- C.T. English School on Summit Road in Los Gatos.

Please join us. The program provides a friendly and comfortable atmosphere where neighbors can come to socialize, play cards or other table games, listen to informative talks exchange a book in the rotation library, and/or just stop by for a chat and “cuppa”.  For more information please call (650) 747-0605, leave your name and number or email Lynnette Vega at lahondalynnette@earthlink.com

The Mountain Area 55 Plus Program is sponsored by Loma Prieta Community Foundation, Santa Cruz County and LGS Recreation.

 

55 Plus TRIPS – Travel with Friends!!

Past trips have included, Les Miserable in SF, Safari West, Napa River Cruise just to name a few.
For upcoming trips call (408) 354-1514 or visit the 55Plus Drop-In Office in the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center, 208 East Main Street, Los Gatos. Open Monday-Friday 9AM- Noon

<<55 Plus Trips Flyer>>

Poetry Los Gatos

4^th Monday of the month from 6-7:30PM.  Come share your poetic efforts and appreciation of poetry. Facilitated by Los Gatos Poet Laureate, Parthenia M. Hicks.  Contact her at parthenia1@mac.com

Reader’s Theater

1st Wednesday of each month from 2:00 – 4:00 PM in the Lounge

Play reading for non-actors.

Program Facilitator: Lynnette Vega (650) 747-0605 lahondalynnette@earthlink.com

Single Again...:  A Support Group for Widows

2nd Wednesday of the month from 3:00 – 5:00 PM in the Lounge.  Share your experience of being “alone again” with other women who understand your struggles and successes so that we might learn from each other.

Program Facilitator: Lynnette Vega (650) 747-0605 lahondalynnette@earthlink.com

St. Mary’s Bridge Group

2nd, 3rd, and 4th Monday of each month from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM in the Lounge

Facilitator: Lynne Dahms

Women Over Fifty (WOF)

3^rd Sunday of the month, 3-5PM.  Enjoy board games, singing, poetry and friendship.   Facilitator: Kathleen Madden.  Contact her at kathleenmadden7@gmail.com.

 

Senior Resources Offered Through the 55 Plus Program

Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation, in partnership with the Town of Los Gatos, provides a comprehensive Senior Services program available to all Los Gatos residents age 55 and over.  The Senior Services Program is housed in the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center, located at 208 East Main Street.

Advanced Directive Counseling

Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare

By appointment, call (408) 354-1514

Brown Bag Program (through Second Harvest Food Bank)

Friday’s 8:00 – 9:00 AM

Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center- Large Hall

208 E. Main Street, Los Gatos

Health Insurance Counseling

Call (408) 354-1514 for an appointment.

Income Tax Help (through AARP)

February – April

Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center- Large Hall

Call (408) 354-1514 for an appointment.

55 Alive- Mature Driver Classes (through AARP)

Check The 55 Plus Newsletter for upcoming dates.

 

Live Oak Senior Nutrition and Service Center

Wednesday’s at the Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center - Large Hall come and socialize and have a great meal with friends at 12:00 PM.  A $3.00 donation is recommended.  There is a choice of salads, sandwiches or hot entrée daily. Transportation is available for the local Los Gatos area.

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the Los Gatos Methodist Church, 111 Church Street, next to Los Gatos High School.  Hot nutritionally balanced meals are served to adults over 60 in a relaxed, supportive environment. Also, join them for free entertainment and educational programs.

Tuesday & Friday’s – Bingo from 12:45PM at the Los Gatos Methodist Church, 111 Church Street , Los Gatos

For more information please call Eliana Brown, Program Coordinator, at (408) 354-0707 the day before your visit to make a lunch reservation or for more information.

 

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UPCOMING 55 Plus EVENTS