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August 11, 2008 at 3:27 pm · Filed under Gad-Abouts
Eight of us ( Barbara Alvine, Marion Greenwood, Dee Bradshaw, Cindy Bornhurst, Jan McArdle, Sharon Rossi, Candice Hovland and myself, met at the Sycamore Park and Ride around 10:00 We arrived at the Jelly Belly Factory around 11:00 for our VIP Guided tour.
Boy, were we happy that we had the VIP tour because the lines were really long. The tour lasted around 45 minutes and it was really informative. Most of us never realized all the different candies that were manufactured there.
The tour consists of a “cat walk” around the manufacturing facility with a tour guide and also video presentations throughout the tour. At each step of the way, the guide informed us of what was going on below us. From making the candy to packing and distribution, it was all really interesting.
After the tour, we had a little time to shop around the gift shop and of course to buy candy. We left the factory around 1:00 and headed for a much needed lunch at Captain Blyther’s in Benicia. We had a very nice leisurely lunch and then home we went.
Thanks to everyone who participated and I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. – Bernice Pelicas
July 30, 2008 at 10:34 am · Filed under Gad-Abouts
When: Thursday, August 28, 2008
Meet: Pleasanton BART Station
Time: 9:30 am
Where: Pier 39 San Francisco and Ferry to Tiburon for lunch and sightseeing/shopping
Information about Tiburon:
Tiburon is a former railroad town (terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad until 1963) that has been transformed into an authentic New England Seacoast village. Its classic main street offers antique and specialty shops, wonderful restaurants with outdoor seating and spectacular views of San Francisco. We will have lunch in Tiburon and then have some free time to sightsee or shop. We should return home around 4:30 or 5:00.
Ferry to Tiburon is $11:00 one- way. Note: For round trip Tiburon excursions, please purchase two (2) one-way tickets. Tickets are available at the PIER 39 Ticket Booth. Tickets are valid for six (6) months from date of purchase.
November 28, 2007 at 9:03 pm · Filed under Gad-Abouts
Filoli Mansion-November 27, 2007
Fifteen of us enjoyed the morning celebrating the magic of the holiday season at beautiful Filoli Mansion! We experienced the festive holiday spirit by strolling through the grand mansion decorated with swags of evergreen garland, patterned ribbon, and exquisite floral displays. The wintergreen and gold-leafed ballroom was adorned with picturesque holiday trees, intricately designed ornaments, and sparkling lights.
We had a wonderful time shopping for presents while listening to the wondrous melodies of live musical performances.
Afterwards six of us treated ourselves to an outstanding lunch at John Bentley’s Restaurant in Woodside. It was a very fun and worthwhile adventure and I highly recommend it.
Happy Holidays - Tracey Harper
October 9, 2007 at 1:14 pm · Filed under Gad-Abouts
Everyone met at Park & Ride and we were off to Lake Merritt in Oakland for a Gondola Ride and serenade. As we stepped on to the gondola for the next 55 minutes during our 3-1/2 mile cruise, we were serenaded with with a traditional Venetian folk song. The weather was beautiful, and I believe that some could have stayed out there all day.
We then headed back to the valley to have lunch in Lafayette at the Metro. We would like to thank Pam D. (our book of knowledge) for all the history she provided to us no matter where we were. It was a beautiful day and a nice time was had by all. For those that could not make it we hope to see you soon. Those that attended were Paula W., Pat S., Jan Mc., Pam D., and Ginny A.
Tina and Sharon
Gad-Abouts
June 12, 2007 at 6:07 am · Filed under Gad-Abouts
Gad-Abouts had a great day, starting with lunch at The Left Bank, in Pleasant Hill, mmm good food and great company. Then it was off to the Lindsey Wildlife Museum in Walnut Creek. If you have never been its worth the trip, they even have a room for children.
We look forward to seeing all of you next time.
Your friendly Gad-Abouts
Tina and Sharon
May 11, 2007 at 1:08 pm · Filed under Gad-Abouts
Lindsey Wildlife Museum, Walnut Creek
Date: May 24th Time: 10:30 a.m. - Sycamore Park n RideCost: $7.00 65yrs.-Seniors $6.00RSVP: Tina Desser @735-2153 or Sharon Morrison @829-9339 by May 21st.
We will be having lunch before we tour the museum as they do not open until 12:00 noon. You can go to the Lindsey web-site wildlifemuseum.org and get up to speed before we visit.
Our June 21st luncheon speaker is “Gary Bogue” whose present job is a daily newspaper columnist on pets, wildlife and environmental issues for Contra Costa Newspapers, Walnut Creek, for 36 years. Gary Bogue has served as Executive Director for Tony LaRussa’s Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF), Walnut Creek. Museum Curator, Lindsay Wildlife Museum Walnut Creek (1967-1979), Gary pioneered and developed one of the first wildlife rescue and rehabilitation facilities in the country. He hand-raised and rehabilitated the first and only native mountain lions to ever be successfully returned to the wild, plus over 330 species of wild birds, and most species of mammals and reptiles in Western U.S.
May 3, 2007 at 6:20 pm · Filed under Gad-Abouts
Thanks, Sharon, for planning such a great send-off for Floy. We were treated to a lot of wildlife, beautiful flowers, great company and wonderful food!
May 3, 2007 at 6:03 pm · Filed under Gad-Abouts
Date: May 24th
Time: 10:30 a.m. - Sycamore Park n Ride
Place: Lindsey Wildlife Museum, Walnut Creek
$7.00/65yrs. Seniors $6.00
RSVP: Tina D. or Sharon M. by May 21st.
We will be having lunch before we tour the museum as they do not open until 12:00 noon. You can go to the Lindsey web-site and get up to speed before we visit.
Our June 21st luncheon speaker is “Gary Bogue” whose present job is a daily newspaper columnist on pets, wildlife and environmental issues for Contra Costa Newspapers, Walnut Creek, for 36 years. Gary Bogue has served as Executive Director for Tony LaRussa’s Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF), Walnut Creek. Museum Curator, Lindsay Wildlife Museum Walnut Creek (1967-1979), Gary pioneered and developed one of the first wildlife rescue and rehabilitation facilities in the country. He hand-raised and rehabilitated the first and only native mountain lions to ever be successfully returned to the wild, plus over 330 species of wild birds, and most species of mammals and reptiles in Western U.S.
