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New Art & Architecture…Discovering Spain’s
Newest Jewels!–Art Guild
September 14–25,
2008
Bilbao, San Sebastian, La Riojas, Madrid, Cuenca & Valencia
Optional Extension to Palma de Mallorca, September 25-28
See what renowned architects have created at historic Riojas wineries,
the major new expansions at two of Madrid’s most important
museums and Valencia’s remarkable transformation to major
cultural center. Visits with artists and collectors; a stay at
Frank Gehry’s spectacular hotel at the Marques de Riscal
Winery; a tour of the Guggenheim-Bilbao, celebrating its 10th anniversary
in 2008; and the ever-expanding artful landscape of Bilbao are
among the highlights. Contact Evans Wyro 925/ 254-5295 or Judy
Wood 925/ 254-7047. PDF
Flyer (Requires Acrobat.)
Minneapolis Modern:–Art Guild
October 1–6, 2008
We are pleased to again have Diane Hilliard, president of Stillwater-based
Hilliard & Olander, as our tour director. The city's art, restaurant
scene, and architecture are all cutting edge, with new buildings
by Michael Graves, Jean Nouvel and Cesar Pelli. Also, Frank Gehry
is working on an extension to his "little Bilbao", the
Weisman Museum. Stay tuned for more details! Contact Pat Winther
925/ 254-7731 or Connie Rosenquist 510/ 558-0423.
Shakespeare in Ashland—History
August 4–8, 2008
Shakespeare’s Othello and Thornton Wilder’s Our Town
are two of the highlights at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. An
evening at the Oregon Cabaret Theatre for dinner and archie & mehitabel
and a lecture by a retired Oxford University Shakespeare professor.
Contact Mary Lou Ciranni (650/345-9031) or Helen Tryon (510/834-2964).
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks—Natural Sciences
September 11–14,
2008
Enjoy a four-day exploration of the natural wonders of Sequoia
and Kings Canyon National Parks. We will be based in the beautiful
new Wuksachi Lodge. We will
take moderate hikes through the giant sequoia groves and high mountain meadows,
tour an exquisite limestone cave, and take a scenic drive along Kings Canyon
Highway. Dorris Welch, the Natural Sciences Department’s interpretive specialist,
will enhance our appreciation of the natural history and geology of the region.
Contact Marilyn Rhodes (510/531-0348) or RhodesRDH@aol.com.
The Wonders of Colorado—History
September 17–26,
2008
Gary Holloway accompanies our visit to Denver, Colorado Springs,
the Air Force Academy, Garden of the Gods, Mesa Verde, Black Canyon
of the Gunnison, Colorado
National Monument, Rocky Mountain National Park. Ride the rails on Pikes Peak
Cog Railway, the Durango-Silverton Railroad, and the and Georgetown Loop Railroad.
Contact Anne Curran (510/ 547-0493) or Helen Tryon (510/834-2964).
Steinbeck and Monterey Movie Tour—History Guild
Oct. 14–16, 2008
In Salinas, the emphasis is on John Steinbeck with lunch at the
Steinbeck House, then on to the National Steinbeck Center. The
next day is a "Theater on Wheels,” a unique tour that
depicts the filming of a scene as we travel to the location. The
last morning we explore Monterey’s Cannery Row. Contact Helen
Tryon (510/834-2964) or Kay MacFarland (510/758-6643).
A Nature Safari
in Anza Borrego Desert—Natural Sciences
March 24–26, 2009
Sleep under the desert stars in comfort and style. Our guides for this desert
hiking adventure are park naturalists, astronomers, geologists, entertainers,
and cooks. End the adventure with a night at a famous Borrego Springs resort.
Contact Ellen Paisal (510/846-1543) or Elarsonpaisal@hotmail.com.
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