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Open to all adults 50 and better!
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A Note from Concord's Recreation Department:
We are excited to share new travel destinations for our Day Trip programs this Spring-Summer! Summer 2024 destinations will include: Muir Woods in June, Mrs. Doubtfire in July, Filoli Gardens (after many suggestions from the community) in August, and a Giants game in September, Music Circus at Sacramento in September, and many more fun trips to be announced!
Further out for the Fall season, we are working on more exciting trips that will take us to see The Wicked in Broadway around October, Fleet Week in early October, Holiday Lights in December, and more to be announced later!
To get an idea of what's coming next, keep an eye on future e-newsletters, our Trips and Tours website (by clicking the button below) or the flyer table in the Senior Center lobby for new flyers and announcements as they become available! Take a look through this month's e-newsletter to see urgent announcements about some upcoming trips and some new announcements for Summer season trips!
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We have 8 more seats open if you are interested in attending! Call us ASAP!
Resident: $140
Non-Resident: $153
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Monday, March 25th
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tour includes: Luxury Motorcoach, Driver Gratuity, Private Tour Guide Craig Smith, Lunch at the Presidio Café, and tours of multiple historic sites across San Francisco.
Mobility Rating Level 2: This features walking tours, and you will have to walk from the bus to where the tour begins. Tours will run 30-40 minutes, you may sit in the church pews at each location. Swedenborgian Church will be a sit down presentation.
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Concord Recreation Services Presents: Seasonal Travel Showcase & Presentation
Monday, April 15 at the Concord Senior Center
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
FREE TO ATTEND FOR ALL, RSVP IN ADVANCE
Join us at the Concord Senior Center to learn more about our upcoming day trips and some exciting extended travel opportunities for domestic and international adventures! Coffee and light refreshments will be served!
38 people already registered! Seating will be limited to 100 maximum due to room size, contact us at 925-671-3320 to RSVP your seat for this presentation.
Presenters will include: Abid from Concord's Recreation Department, Lisa from Travel Center Tours & Travel, Joan from Premier World Discovery, and Jacqueline from Mayflower Cruises & Tours
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Upcoming Trips (March 2024 - September 2024) | |
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Concord Residents: $50
Non-Residents: $55
*Registration is due AT LEAST 2 weeks prior to departure date to avoid potential cancelations.
Mobility Rating: Level 1
Graton Casino
Thursday, April 4
Less than 10 seats remain!
Hard Rock Casino
Thursday, May 2
Registration open now!
No Casino trip in June
Cache Creek Casino
Thursday, July 11
Registration opening April 2nd!
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Sunday, April 7th
2:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Resident: $205
Non-Resident: $225
Trip is currently full, but we highly recommend adding your name to the wait list to be informed when space becomes available or when the game-day trips for next season are planned!
Join us on a fun outing to see the Golden State Warriors play the Utah Jazz at the Chase Center. Seating is located in the Bridge Section - Great seats right behind HOME basket! This section has more leg room, table in front of you & pull-out chair. They are close to restrooms, with a concession stand/bar directly behind the seats.
Cost includes: Bridge section group seating, Luxury Motorcoach Transportation from the Concord Senior Center, and Driver Gratuity.
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NEW!
Honey Festival & Pizza
Saturday, May 4th
9:15 am - 5:00 pm
Resident: $146
Non-Resident: $160
*MULTI-PERSON DISCOUNT: ADDITIONAL $2 OFF PER PASSENGER WHEN REGISTERING TOGETHER
Registration open now! 20 people are already registered!
Celebrating the hard working honey bee, this humble festival has received many accolades as being both a fun way to learn about pollination, and an exciting way to feature some of the best local businesses. Bondolio Olive Oil Farm will be preparing fresh fired pizzas, topped with their home grown, and pressed, olive oil. This unique experience will truly add a special touch to your day out.
Mobility Rating 2: There will be walking down paved city blocks, seating is limited, but there are restaurants and beer gardens throughout. The olive oil company will have seating in a paved area, but some of the grounds, where the olives are grown, will not be paved.
Cost includes: Luxury Motorcoach Transportation from the Concord Senior Center, Driver Gratuity, Honey Festival in Woodland, Excursion to Bondolio Olive Oil with Olive Oil Tasting, and Gourmet Italian Pizza Making Demonstration in a Brick Oven.
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NEW!
Muir Woods & Tiburon
Monday, June 3rd
8:45 am - 5:00 pm
Resident: $95
Non-Resident: $104
$15 Discount for America the Beautiful Park Pass or Annual Muir Woods Pass Holders - Discount is applied as an account credit towards a future trip or activity registration!
Registration Open TODAY! Reserve your space by Friday, May 3rd to avoid cancellation! SPACE LIMITED TO 40 PERSONS MAX!
Head to the forest for a natural retreat for all your senses. Immerse yourself in the Muir Woods National Monument where you will have 1 hour and 30 minutes to truly soak in the greenery. Hike the easy loop, enjoy coffee in the café, do a little shopping in the gift shop, and take a deep breath in of that clean, redwood, air. After your hike, you will be dropped off on Main Street in Tiburon. This beautiful seaside town has many lunch options available for you to choose. There is also a candy shop, so you can indulge your other senses in something sweet!
Mobility Level 2/3 : This is a self-guided walking tour. The paths are paved, wooden, or compressed dirt. There are some benches within the park and shade throughout the park. The loop trail is a very easy level hike.
Cost Includes: Parking at Muir Woods National Monument, Admission, 2 hours of free time in Tiburon, Luxury Motorcoach Transportation w/ Restroom Onboard, and Driver Gratuity
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NEW!
Broadway SF: Mrs. Doubtfire
Sunday, July 21st
10:45 am - 5:00 pm
EARLY BIRD UNTIL 4/8/24:
Resident: $115
Non-Resident: $126
*MULTI-PERSON DISCOUNT: ADDITIONAL $2 OFF PER PASSENGER WHEN REGISTERING TOGETHER
18 people are already registered!
Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to San Francisco! Based on the beloved film and directed by four-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Zaks, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. It’s “the lovable, big-hearted musical comedy we need right now,” raves the Chicago Tribune – one that proves we’re better together.
Mobility Rating 1
Cost Includes: Ticket to the 1 pm matinee showing of Mrs. Doubtfire in the Rear Orchestra at the ORPHEUM THEATRE, Luxury Motorcoach Transportation from the Concord Senior Center, & Driver Gratuity.
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NEW!
Filoli Historic House & Garden
Thursday, August 8
8:15 am - 5:30 pm
EARLY BIRD UNTIL 6/7/24:
Resident: $99
Non-Resident: $109
*MULTI-PERSON DISCOUNT: ADDITIONAL $2 OFF PER PASSENGER WHEN REGISTERING TOGETHER
Registration Opens April 2nd!
The Filoli Historic House & Garden is considered one of the finest remaining country estates of the 20th century, featuring a 54,000+ square-foot Georgian revival-style mansion, 16 acres of exquisite English Renaissance gardens, a 6.8-acre Gentleman’s Orchard, and hundreds of acres of natural lands with 5 distinct ecosystems.
After your time ends at Filoli, head to Eataly Silicon Valley for an Italian feast for the eyes, and stomach! Connected to the Westfield Valley Fair Mall, you’ll have lots to explore, if Italian just isn’t your thing.
Mobility Rating 2: The gardens have some places to rest, benches in the gardens throughout, but this will be a self-guided walking tour, at your own pace. Eataly has escalators and elevators.
Cost Includes: Luxury Motorcoach Transportation, Driver Gratuity, Admission to Filoli for a 2 hour
Self-Guided tour through the grounds & garden, 2 hours free time at Eataly Silicon Valley Market.
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NEW!
Sunday, September 1st
12:30 pm - 7:30 pm
EARLY BIRD UNTIL 6/7/24:
Resident: $121
Non-Resident: $133
*MULTI-PERSON DISCOUNT: ADDITIONAL $3 OFF PER PASSENGER WHEN REGISTERING TOGETHER
Registration Opens April 2nd!
Jersey Boys is a musical biography of the Four Seasons—the rise, the tough times and personal clashes, and the ultimate triumph of a group of friends whose music became symbolic of a generation. Jersey Boys gets to the heart of the relationships at the center of the group—with a special focus on front man Frankie Valli, the small kid with the big falsetto. In addition to following the quartet’s coming of age as performers, the core of the show is how an allegiance to a code of honor learned in the streets of their native New Jersey got them through a multitude of challenges: gambling debts, Mafia threats and family disasters. Jersey Boys is a glimpse at the people behind a sound that has managed to endure for over four decades in the hearts of the public.
Mobility Rating 1 : Bus will park as close to theater as possible. There will be a small walk from drop-off location, to inside theater. Seats are in the Red Section, which may have 1-2 stairs to access.
Cost Includes: Ticket to the 3pm matinee showing of Jersey Boys, in the North Section, Luxury Motorcoach Transportation w/ Restroom Onboard, & Driver Gratuity
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NEW!
San Francisco Giants vs San Diego Padres - Roberto Clemente Day
Sunday, September 15th
11:00 am - 5:30 pm
EARLY BIRD UNTIL 7/11/24:
Resident: $126
Non-Resident: $138
*MULTI-PERSON DISCOUNT: ADDITIONAL $3 OFF PER PASSENGER WHEN REGISTERING TOGETHER
Registration Opens April 2nd!
Reserve your space by Friday, July 11th 2024, to avoid cancellation!
Enjoy Club Level seats in section 230, which will have partial shade. Club level means if you are feeling too warm because of the sun, you can wander up to the temperature controlled club for seats, drinks, views, and food, in a comfortable environment.
Mobility Rating 2 : We have a drop-off location outside of the O’Douls gate, but if it is unavailable, you will have the option to walk into the stadium from the parking lot, or take one of the Oracle Park accessibility shuttles which operate 2 hours before game starts. Oracle Park will have attendants on-hand who can help you to your seat with a manual wheelchair, you can grab any employee at the front gate for this service, there is no pre-reservations for wheelchairs.
Cost Includes: Luxury Motorcoach Transportation w/ Restroom Onboard, Bus Fees (Fuel, Driver Gratuity, Bridge Toll, etc.), Club Level Seats in section 230 to the Giants vs Padres game. PLEASE NOTE: Oracle Park is CASHLESS. Credit Cards & Debit Cards accepted at every vendor.
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Camp Concord FAB (50 & Better) Week Trip
Tuesday, September 3 - Friday, September 6
Concord Resident: $375.00
Non-Resident: $412.00
We are now FULL for this trip! A wait list has been started for those interested. Persons from the waitlist will definitely be contacted next year when this trip is planned again for 2025! They will have first opportunities at registration for the trip next year in 2025!
This NEW trip is offered in partnership with the City of Martinez's Community and Recreation Services Department! Enjoy a week of vacation in South Lake Tahoe with a stay to Camp Concord. Camp Concord is the perfect setting for a relaxing and/or adventurous vacation - your choice! FAB Week is a week dedicated to older adults, with activities planned specifically to meet the interests of older adults 50 and better!
Cost Includes: Roundtrip luxury transportation from the Concord Senior Center, 4 days and 3 nights of lodging in cabins at Camp Concord in South Lake Tahoe, 3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), daily social activities (bingo, nature walks, campfires, dances, game nights, and more!), van transport to local attractions around South Lake Tahoe, and a full week packed with fun and scenic views!
Visit our Camp Concord website here: Camp Concord
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Senior Scholarship Program
Scholarships are available to adults 50+ residing in Concord who wish to participate in any of the programs, events, memberships, or activities at the Concord Senior Center. Approved applicants receive a maximum of $100 per individual / per year with a $5 co-pay. Complete an application, activity choice and provide supporting documents to Concord Senior Center staff for review. Please visit or call for more information at (925) 671-3320.
*Scholarship funds may be applied towards travel reservations, except for casino trips.
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Pay close attention to the registration deadlines for your desired trips so that we can meet passenger minimums to avoid cancellations due to low enrollment. You may register online, in-person or over-the-phone for any of our upcoming Day Trips and Tours.
*A trip may need to be cancelled if passenger minimums are not met by the deadlines.
1. ONLINE: Visit our Trips & Tours website to view the full list of available travel programs. Register for a trip by clicking on the link or visiting our registration site at ConcordReg.org and searching the name of the desired trip.
2. IN-PERSON OR PHONE - Visit or call any of Concord's community centers:
- Concord Senior Center (M-F, 9am-4pm) -- (925) 671-3320
- Centre Concord (M-F, 10am-12pm & 1-3pm) -- (925) 671-3382
- Willow Pass Community Center (M-F, 10am-12pm & 1-3pm) -- (925) 671-3404
For cancellations and refunds towards day trip registrations, please note: NO REFUNDS will be issued after final payments have been made to the vendors. If you require a cancellation after those payments have been made, a refund will be determined by finding a replacement for your empty seat. City of Concord Recreation Services does maintain a wait list for each trip, so we can help fill the empty seat if we are able to add a wait listed guest for the trip, however there is no refund guarantee until your empty seat has been filled and a payment for the alternate passenger has been completed. A $5 withdrawal fee applies to all cancellations. Trips operate rain or shine and may be delayed due to circumstances outside of our control (i.e. traffic, emergencies, etc.).
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City of Concord - Recreation Services Department
Concord Senior Center
2727 Parkside Circle
Concord, CA 94519
Habad "Abid" Ahmad
Program Coordinator
habad.ahmad@cityofconcord.org
(925) 671-3017
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