Senior ProgramsSenior ProgramsSenior Tax RebateDistrict homeowners who are 65+ yrs. havean opportunity to furnish volunteer assistancein lieu of paying property taxes for<strong>South</strong> <strong>Suburban</strong> <strong>Parks</strong> & <strong>Recreation</strong>. Call303-730-4609 for more information.Day TripsTransportation <strong>and</strong> Escortincluded in fees for all trips.See a complete listing of trips <strong>and</strong> dates inthe Adult Connection available at all <strong>South</strong><strong>Suburban</strong> <strong>Recreation</strong> Centers <strong>and</strong> www.sspr.org or call 303-730-4606 or 303-797-8787.Five pick up locations available.see location key on pg. 61.Other Trips Available:• Denver History Guided Bus Tour• C<strong>and</strong>lelight Dinner Theatre• Boulder Dinner Theatre• Arvada Center• Festivals & Events• MuseumsCasino Trips from BuckBull Durham713618 Tu Aug 6 9 am-3 pm(Register or Cancel by July 22)7136110 Tu Oct 22 9 am-3 pm(Register/Cancel by Oct 7)Bull Durham (Location subject to change.)710229 Tu Sep 3 9 am-3 pm(Register or Cancel by Aug 19)7102211 Tu Nov 12 9 am-3 pm(Register/Cancel by Oct 28)New Year’s at NOON!!!7136112 Tu Dec 31 9 am-3 pm(Register or cancel by Dec 23)$14/$12 R 65+: $12/$10 RAdditional dates availableonline at www.sspr.orgCasino Trips from Lone TreeBull Durham718178 W Aug 21 9 am-3 pm(Register/Cancel by Aug 6)7181711 W Nov 20 9 am-3 pm(Register/Cancel by Nov 5)$14/$12 R65+: $12/$10 RWildwood CasinoCripple CreekMarvel at the beautiful fall colors. Tripincludes gambling, refreshment stop, coupons<strong>and</strong> an additional stop at the Gardenof the Gods trading post on the way home.7129010 W Oct 2 8 am-6 pm(Register or cancel by Sep 9)$42 /$40 R 65+: $40/$38 RElk BuglingEstes ParkHear the unique call of the bull elk. Bringbinoculars, warm clothing, <strong>and</strong> your GoldenAge Pass or $10 entrance fee for RockyMountain National Park. Enjoy early dinnerat the Other Side Restaurant at ownexpense. ($7-$12).7129110 Th Oct 3 2:15-9 pm$24 /$20 R 65+: $20 /$17 RStanley Hotel Ghost TourEstes ParkTake a spooky sojourn through time witha guided tour featuring hotel history,Stephen King’s “Shining” connection, ghoststories <strong>and</strong> sightings, the most hauntedrooms <strong>and</strong> places in the Stanley, <strong>and</strong> theunderground tunnel. Lunch included at BigHorn Restaurant.7127010 Th Oct 24 10:30 am-4:30 pm$76 /$63 R 65+: $63 /$53 RVeterans SaluteWings Over the Rockies, DenverPay special tribute to local veterans with apatriotic luncheon celebrating their contributions<strong>and</strong> a special recognition honoringthe fallen. Tour the museum <strong>and</strong> enjoy anincluded lunch from Carrabba’s Italian Grill.Space is limited.7114011 W Nov 6 10 am -2:45 pm$39 /$33 R 65+: $33 /$28 RWhite Fence Farm &Holiday LightsLakewoodEnjoy family-style fried chicken dinner completewith homemade sides <strong>and</strong> dessert.After dinner, sit back <strong>and</strong> relax as you tourthe holiday lights in the south suburbs.7106912 W Dec 11 4-7 pm$37 /$31R 65+: $31 /$26 RBreckenridge SnowSculpturesEnjoy a ride to the mountainous winterwonderl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> see the incredible icedisplays fashioned by competitors fromaround the world. Walking on uneven surfaces<strong>and</strong> snow packed.711721 Tu Jan 28 9 am-5 pm$25 /$21 R 65+: $21 /$18 RSnowcat TourWinter ParkEnjoy a high-altitude sightseeing tour ofWinter Park Mountain in a heated, private,12-passenger Snowcat. Enjoy lunch at yourown expense in Winter Park. Space is limited.710172 Th Feb 13 8 am- 3 pm$85/$75 R 65+: $75/$65 RExertion level: 5Register/Cancel by: Jan 14Just Lunch BunchMeet to experience area restaurants, bothnew <strong>and</strong> well established. Come withfriends or make new ones. Visit www.sspr.org for dates <strong>and</strong> locations. Lunch is at yourown expense.$10/$9 R 65+: $9/$8 RMillion Dollar QuartetBuell TheaterThe electrifying true story of the one <strong>and</strong>only recording session between ElvisPresley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis <strong>and</strong>Carl Perkins. Brought together by SamPhillips, the “Father of Rock ’n’ Roll,” thatlegendary night comes to life with an irresistibletale of broken promises, secrets,betrayal <strong>and</strong> celebrations featuring timelesshits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “That’s AllRight,” “Sixteen Tons,” “I Walk the Line,” <strong>and</strong>more.718903 Su Mar 9 1-5:30 pm$80/$67 R 65+: $67/$56 R60 Fall/Winter 2013-14 Register Online www.sspr.orgClass Information: 303-797-8787
Longs Peak Scottish IrishHighl<strong>and</strong> FestivalEstes ParkEnjoy b<strong>and</strong>s from Scotl<strong>and</strong>, Irel<strong>and</strong>,Bermuda, Canada, Australia <strong>and</strong> NewZeal<strong>and</strong>, as well as top Scottish & Irishentertainers, Highl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> Irish dancers,Champion Scottish Athletes, jousters, <strong>and</strong>clans <strong>and</strong> dogs of the British Isles will compete<strong>and</strong> perform throughout the day. Inaddition, there will be Scottish <strong>and</strong> Irishimporters <strong>and</strong> crafters, Exhibitions, food<strong>and</strong> beverage tents <strong>and</strong> much more to see<strong>and</strong> do. Fee includes entrance to the festivitiesonly. Feel free to bring a sack lunch718869 M Sep 2 10 am-7 pm$62/$52 R 65+: $52/$43 RGarden of the GodsColorado SpringsSpend the day surrounded by natural beautyas we travel to this Registered NationalNatural L<strong>and</strong>mark for a short educationalfilm <strong>and</strong> a guided bus tour. Bring a sacklunch to enjoy in the park after the tour.712949 Th Sep 26TBD (reverse pick-up)$41/$34 R 65+: $34/$28 RSports Authority Stadium atMile High TourDenverEver wonder what the inside of the Broncos’playing home looks like? Take a tourthrough the Sports Authority Field at MileHigh! Enjoy seeing the Colorado Sports Hallof Fame Museum, party suites, united clublevel, the visiting team locker room, presscenter <strong>and</strong> much more. Lunch is on yourown at the Rock Bottom Brewery after thetour.7169310 Th Oct 179:45 am-2:15 pm$37/$31 R 65+: $31/$26 RThe Boulder DushanbeTeahouseBoulderEnjoy one of the nation’s most extensivecollections of western art. More than 200paintings <strong>and</strong> over 80 bronze sculpturesare on display. After a visit to the museum,enjoy a luxurious teatime in Boulder’s mostexotic atmosphere. An elegant afternoontea is served on white linen with an assortmentof pastries <strong>and</strong> sweets, scones withcream <strong>and</strong> lemon curd, tea s<strong>and</strong>wiches, <strong>and</strong>your choice of three traditional blendedteas.7105611 Th Nov 142-6 pm$55/$46 R 65+: $46/$39 RSenior ProgramsAssignments Restaurant–International CulinarySchoolDenverA unique educational <strong>and</strong> dining establishmentdesigned to create an open environmentrun entirely by students. Enjoy a fourcourse meal <strong>and</strong> a short tour of the kitchen.7148211 W Nov 205:30-8:30 pm$51/$43 R 65+: $43/$36 ROutdoor <strong>Recreation</strong>Good physical condition <strong>and</strong> the ability towalk with moderate to strenuous elevationgain is required. Transportation provided.Visit www.sspr.org for dates <strong>and</strong> locations.Friday Morning Walk AboutExplore a variety of Denver area’s hiddenfoot paths. Walk about 2 hours each week,approximately 3-4 miles. Transportationprovided. Visit www.sspr.org or call 303-730-4606 for schedule. (Sep-Jun)$10/$9 R 65+: $9/$7 RHiking & Snowshoe TripsEnjoy the Colorado outdoors as we exploremany hiking <strong>and</strong> snowshoe trials along theFront Range with moderate to strenuouselevation gain. Hikes range from 5-7 miles.Bring sunscreen, sack lunch <strong>and</strong> water.Snowshoe trips require snowshoes. Forschedule visit www.sspr.org or call 303-730-4606.High Line Canal ChallengeWalk the High Line Canal from its beginningin Waterton Canyon to its culminationin Aurora. Trek the trail in 5-6 mile incrementsuntil you’ve completed the 71-milechallenge. Space is limited so register early<strong>and</strong> be notified of the orientation meeting.703109 W Sep 4-Dec 11, 8 am-12 pm$35 Registration fee /$30 R, $6 weeklytransportation feeCherry Creek ChallengeWalk the length of the Cherry Creek Trail in5-6 mile increments from Franktown, nearCastlewood Canyon State Park, toConfluence Park in Denver. MUST be ableto walk a 20-minute mile. 8 wks703114 W Apr 2-May 218 am-12 pmRegistration Fee : $20/$16 R$6 weekly transportation feeSenior Programs Trips <strong>and</strong> Tours has anew monthly newsletter. If you wouldlike to be on the email listing pleasecontact Lisa at 303-730-4606 or lisar@sspr.org.5 Trip/Tour Pick-UpLocation KeyWhen registering for any of the Trips <strong>and</strong>Tours, make certain to select a pick up locationfrom the key below.A= Amity Plaza, 200 W. Sterne Pkwy.BRC= Buck <strong>Recreation</strong> Center*2004 W. Powers Ave.IA= <strong>South</strong> <strong>Suburban</strong> Ice Arena,6580 S. Vine St. (North end)SVW= <strong>South</strong>view, (Windermere Side)5820 S. Windermere St.LT= Lone Tree <strong>Recreation</strong> Ctr.10249 Ridgegate CircleAs requested/needed:LB= Libby Bortz (JLB only)BH = Bradley HouseSVD= <strong>South</strong>view (Datura side)Call Lisa 303-730-4606 for pick up times.Independent participation is required fortrips <strong>and</strong> tours. If you feel you may requirespecial assistance for any of the trips<strong>and</strong>/or tours, please call the Trips & ToursCoordinator at 303-730-4606.*Trip start time is the pick-up time atthe Buck Ctr. One hour may be added toaccommodate pick-up/drop-off at variouslocations.Reverse pick-up: Starts at Buck Ctr. <strong>and</strong>ends at Lone Tree.Senior ProgramsClass Information: 303-797-8787Register by calling 303-347-5999Fall/Winter 2013-14 61