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Day Trip - Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
with Darlene Montgomery
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
Join in the fabulously festive fun as the World Pumpkin Capital of Half Moon Bay will be bursting out in orange to celebrate its bountiful fall harvest and autumn splendor with a top shelf festival lineup, featuring: fine art and crafts from local made-on-the-coast artists, a world-class and diverse lineup of 275 professional artists and fine craft makers; fabulous foods; delectable delicious drinks including premium wines from Half Moon Bay Winery, seasonal craft beer, pumpkin-infused ales, and artisanal cocktail; with stellar live music on stage and street.
Double your fun and bring family and friends along with you to enjoy the day.
To learn more about this great event, go to: https://pumpkinfest.miramarevents.com/
Date: October 19, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Sunday
Time: 6:30am - 9:00pm
Location: Meeting at the Shasta College Main Cmapus North/Pine Parking Lot
Facilitator: Darlene Montgomery
Fee: $130
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Exploring Travel
with Avanti Travel
Exploring Travel
Ready to see the world but not sure where to start? Whether you're dreaming of ocean cruises, river journeys, rail adventures, or escorted land tours, this class will introduce you to the many ways you can explore the globe We'll begin with an overview of cruise travel—discover the differences between ocean, river, and expedition cruises, and learn which style suits your travel goals. Next, we’ll compare various travel styles, including escorted group tours, independent travel, and group travel We’ll explore the flexibility, structure, and social aspects of each option to help you decide what fits your needs You’ll also get inspired by tours of popular destinations across the world—from the castles of Europe and the beaches of the Caribbean to cultural hot spots in Asia and beyond.
Finally, we’ll cover essential tips on what to know before you go: how to choose the right trip, what to pack, safety and travel insurance basics, and how to make the most of your travel budget. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just getting started, this informative and inspiring session will help you confidently plan your next great adventure! Travel planning, itinerary planning, obtaining correct documentation, passports visas etc.
Date(s): Session 1 - Tuesday November 4, 2025
Session 2 - Tuesday November 18, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Avanti Travel
Fee: $35
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Day Trip - The Great Dickens Christmas Faire
with Darlene Montgomery
The Great Dickens Christmas Faire is a one-of-a-kind immersive holiday adventure into Victorian London ~ an elaborate holiday party with hundreds of costumed players performing and interacting with patrons in over 140,000 square feet of theatrically-lit music halls, pubs, dance floors, and festive shops. It's a twilight evening in Charles Dickens' London Town - a city of winding lanes filled with colorful characters from both literature and history. Enticing aromas of roasted chestnuts and hearty foods fill the air. Gourmet chefs offer delicious foods from around the world, including English bangers and fish 'n' chips, exotic Greek delicacies, French onion soup, and enticing desserts. Cries of street vendors hawking their wares ring out above the bustling crowd. Dozens of lamplit shops are filled to overflowing with handmade gifts. The Dickens Christmas Fair is a treasured Bay Area tradition since 1970 and a splendid way to celebrate the holidays.
To see more about this exciting event visit: https://dickensfair.com/ ;
https://dickensfair.com/galleries/sensational-photos-videos ;
https://dickensfair.com/merchants/discover-the-winding-lanes
IMPORTANT: Registration Deadline - in order to purchase our tickets in a timely manner so we don't miss out on this opportunity, please register no later than October 21st.
Date: November 22, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Saturday
Time: 6:00am - 8:15pm
Location: Meeting at the Shasta College Main Cmapus North/Pine Parking Lot
Facilitator: Darlene Montgomery
Fee: $130
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Day Trip - Historic Nevada City Victorian Christmas
with Darlene Montgomery
Historic Nevada City Victorian Christmas
The aroma of roasted chestnuts fill the air, along with street vendors and lamp-lit streets filled with Christmas treasures. It’s the one & only Victorian Christmas. It’s a magical setting of hilly streets with authentic gas lamps, wandering carolers dressed in Victorian attire, and visitors sharing holiday cheer and good tidings. There are holiday activities for all ages including live entertainment, yuletide treats and libations, and Father Christmas!
Double your fun and bring family and friends along with you to enjoy all the festivities this event has to offer.
To learn more about the beautifully festive event, go to: https://www.nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-events/victorian-christmas/
This is a rain or shine event.
Date: December 07, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Sunday
Time: 9:00am - 11:00pm
Location: Meeting at the Shasta College Main Cmapus North/Pine Parking Lot
Facilitator: Darlene Montgomery
Fee: $125
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