June - December 2008

Our tours depart from the Monterey Senior Center, 280 Dickman Avenue, or call us for a Marina pick-up.  All tour reservations are on a first-come first-served basis.  Tours must be paid for when booked and we gladly accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and personal checks. Leave the driving and planning to us. Please call the Monterey Senior Center at 646.3878 for more information. Tours sell out fast so don't wait!
 

Sunday, June 22, 2008
AG VENTURE TOUR:  Join Agriculture Expert Evan Oakes as we continue to explore the hidden treasures of Monterey County. This tour will feature a farm and garden tour, a winery, and a surprise visit. If you have been on any of our previous Ag Venture tours, you know how much fun they are and how much you learn.
Cost:  To be announced  Rating:  B

Sunday, July 20, 2008, 1:00-3:00 P.M.
OPEN HOUSE:  Come and enjoy a preview of our tour to the Palm Springs Follies, featuring 4 nights in Palm Springs, scheduled for January 2009. Enjoy the camaraderie of your friends while hearing about our exciting list of new tours. Take this opportunity to learn about current and upcoming programs and events offered this summer and fall. Senior Center Staff will be available for tours and questions. Refreshments will be served.

Saturday, August 9, 2008
THE DROWSY CHAPERONE:  This 2006 Broadway hit earned a record-breaking 5 Tony Awards!  It begins when a die-hard musical-theater fan plays his favorite cast album on his turntable and the musical literally bursts to life in his living room, telling the rambunctious story of a brazen Broadway starlet trying to find, and keep, her true love. Join us for this hilarious musical delight.
Cost:  $132  Rating:  B (Stairs)

Saturday, August 23, 2008
ELKHORN SLOUGH SAFARI & CAPITOLA VILLAGE:  Join us for a water adventure as we tour Elkhorn Slough with naturalist, Captain Yohan. One of California's largest wetlands, this part of the National Estuarine Reserve, goes inland seven miles and provides an important feeding and resting place for a fantastic variety of wildlife. We will travel to Capitola for lunch on your own and browsing.
Cost:  $68  Rating:  A/B

Saturday, September 13, 2008
THE SANTA CRUZ FOLLIES:  Always a favorite, this is the 53rd presentation of the talented seniors from the Santa Cruz area. The theme this year is "Lullaby of Broadway", featuring music from many of your favorite Broadway shows. Our delicious lunch will be at the Hindquarter...and you know how great that is!
Cost:  $68  Rating:  A/B

Sunday, September 21, 2008
SUNDAY BRUNCH AND LEGION OF HONOR:  Enjoy a scrumptious brunch featuring local culinary treats and sublime live music by noted Bay Area musicians at the elegant Legion Café. There will be time on your own to browse this beautiful museum featuring European Painting and Decorative Arts, Ancient Arts of the Mediterranean and the last chance to see Woman Impressionists featuring Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt, Eva Gonzales, and Marie Bracquemond.
Cost:  $98  Rating:  A/B

Saturday, October 11, 2008
FILOLI GARDENS AND STANFORD SHOPPING CENTER:  Fall is a spectacular time to visit the elegant Filoli Estate. The flowers, fruits, vegetables, and herbs are at their finest. Then explore the lovely Stanford Shopping Center for lunch and shopping on your own.
Cost:  $42  Rating:  B (Walking gravel paths)

Saturday, October 25, 2008
SOUTH COUNTY RURAL MUSEUM AND WINE TOUR:  Another fun filled AgVenture! This time we will journey to King city for an interesting tour of the Agricultural and Rural Life Museum to see how life was in the 19th century. Explore a variety of antique farm equipment and many unique buildings including an exhibit barn, school house and the Spreckles House. The museum features artifacts from the 1880's to the late 1940's as well as displays of Salinas Valley agriculture from the late 1770's to 1910.  From there we will be off to a delicious variety of South County autumn adventures. A picnic lunch and wine tasting will be included.
Cost:  $92  Rating:  B

Saturday, November 8, 2008
FLOWER DRUM SONG:  Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang's new adaptation centers on Mei Li who arrives in San Francisco's Chinatown in 1960 from Communist China. This fascinating Rodgers and Hammerstein musical is a tale of the struggle between Eastern and Western traditions, between the old and the new.
Cost:  $100  Rating:  A/B (Stairs)

Saturday, November 29, 2008
HARVEST FESTIVAL ARTS AND CRAFT SHOW:  Join us for this special event at the San Jose Convention Center.  This is the largest arts and crafts show on the West Coast with between 225-350 artisans offering a variety of treasures. Featured items include jewelry, clothing and accessories, body essentials, Christmas themed  ornaments and gifts, dolls and toys, music, gourmet foods, home décor,  sculpture, and wood work.
Cost:  $43  Rating:  B

Saturday, December 6, 2008
HOLIDAY SHOPPING:  Our annual trek to San Francisco always sells out. Sign up early to hear those Silver Bells in the City.
Cost:  $42  Rating:  B/C

December
THE NUTCRACKER:  This festive classic has become an annual holiday tradition for thousands of families throughout the Bay Area. Bring your children and grandchildren to enjoy a magical journey through a wondrous snowstorm to far away lands. The Symphony Silicon Valley performs Tchaikovsky's great score.
Date/Cost:  To be announced  Rating:  A/B  (Stairs)

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Are You Interested?
We are considering the following trips:


New England Back Roads (extended tour)

Wicked (musical)

Shakespeare Santa Cruz

Mountain View Winery/Concert

Ferry Building Farmers Market

Christmas Lights Train Ride to Niles Canyon