Trips & Tours Newsletter

"We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open." - Jawaharlal Nehru

We are excited to see that many of you have registered for our Fall trips! For those of you who haven't registered yet or are still contemplating joining us for an adventure, there are some critical deadlines you need to know. Please note the registration DEADLINE for each trip below to avoid potential cancellations due to low participation.

You may register NOW online, in-person or over-the-phone for any of our upcoming Day Trips and Tours. Plan to register at least a month before your desired trip so that we can meet passenger minimums to avoid cancellations.

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 By 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

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DEADLINE TO AVOID CANCELLATION:

Monday, October 3rd

Dia de los Muertos & Mission District SF Tour

Tuesday, November 1

8:45 AM - 4:45 PM

Resident: $133

Non-Resident: $146

Enrollment is currently low. Help us avoid a possible cancellation by registering or spreading the word about this trip SOON!

Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a two-day celebration in which the living symbolically honor deceased family members, friends or icons with various acts, traditions and ofrendas. Though it originated in Mexico, the holiday is now commonly celebrated worldwide, like in San Francisco’s Mission District. Among the most celebratory, colorful and festive days of the year, Dia de los Muertos has become a favorite holiday for many families around the Bay Area.

NEWLY ANNOUNCED TRIPS THAT HAVE OPENED FOR REGISTRATION!

Ramses the Great and the Gold of the Pharaohs

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Resident: $116

Non-Resident: $127

Step back through time to when the almighty pharaoh ruled Egypt! Ramses II, known as Ramses the Great, was the most celebrated and powerful pharaoh of the New Kingdom – Egypt’s Golden Age. This state-of-the-art exhibition features the greatest collection of Ramses II objects and Egyptian jewelry ever to travel to the United States. Along with pharaoh’s colossal royal sculpture, the exhibition highlights recently discovered animal mummies and treasures from the royal tombs of Dahshur and Tanis. After soaking up all that ancient history you will have some free time to enjoy as you like: visiting another exhibit, shopping at the gift shop, or enjoying the Golden Gate Park.

Registration open NOW! DEADLINE TO ENROLL: December 1, 2022

Check out the latest opportunities to join a day trip or attend a guided tour!

Red Hawk Casino

Thursday, October 20

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Resident: $50

Non-Resident: $55

Red Hawk Casino in Placerville offers all the amenities and attractions you'd expect in a Northern California casino. It is surrounded by beautiful views and breathtaking scenery. Your luck is about to change! 2000 Slot Machines, Progressive Jackpots, 75 Table Games, great restaurants, gift shop, and more!

DEADLINE TO ENROLL:

Thursday, October 6

Holiday Lights SF Tour with Craig Smith

Thursday, December 8

3:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Resident: $153

Non-Resident: $168

Only 14 seats remain!

As you start your holiday lights tour, you will travel to Swiss Louis @ Pier 39 for a delicious hosted dinner. There you will also delight in their beautifully decorated Christmas Tree. After dinner you will be dazzled by more holiday lights and decorations that the City by the Bay has to offer. A great way to start your holiday season!

DEADLINE TO ENROLL:

Thursday, November 8

Broadway SF - The Life & Times of the Temptations

Saturday, December 3

11:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Resident: $149

Non-Resident: $163

Only 16 seats remain!

It's the electrifying, new smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and silky-smooth harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts creating an amazing 42 Top Ten Hits with 14 reaching number one.

DEADLINE TO ENROLL:

Thursday, November 3

Graton Casino

Thursday, December 15

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Resident: $50

Non-Resident: $55

Get your game on at the high-energy casino floor, which features 3,000 state-of-the-art slots, over 100 table games, a live poker room, and VIP gaming salons.

Location: Rohnert Park

DEADLINE TO ENROLL:

Thursday, December 1