55+ Social Couples

Before you join, please read the information below.

THIS GROUP IS FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE IN A SERIOUS, COMMITTED RELATIONSHIP. THIS GROUP IS NOT A DATING SITE.

Hi there!
This group is for people 55+ who are in a serious relationship of any denomination and want to get to know other couples via fun activities with the hope of creating life long friendships.

I met my husband, Craig, via a hiking group and we are now both continuing the legacy for our love to Nature, friendships, and social events. We want others to know that there is more in Life than working hard, taking care of others, shopping at the grocery store (weekend trip to Costco, anyone?) and watching TV.

I have been an organizer of several groups and an event organizer of other groups since 2011.
I currently organize a group name 55+ Almaden Hiking & Social Group that welcomes both couples and single members.You are most welcome to also join this group if you wish.
Many of the events we create will be posted in this couples' group as well as in the 55+ Almaden Hiking & Social Group.

ABOUT CRAIG AND I:
Craig and I both enjoy and love Nature, hiking, kayaking, food, Shakespeare in the Park, Music in the Park, volunteering, boardgames, dancing (we love dancing!), the arts, walking, weekend get-aways ... And we are open to suggestions from members. We will also be most grateful if you become an event organizer (We will train you. It is super easy).

We are not much into wine tasting per se but we will welcome anyone willing to become a host to create wine tasting activities and such. However, Craig and I will host some music events at wineries as summer and other holidays approach. Most of these events will include a potluck.

WHAT WE EXPECT:
We understand that there are lots of meetup groups offering wonderful events. We ask that you be considerate and appreciative of the time and effort it takes for organizers of THIS group to create events and how it affects others when members change their RSVP within 48 hours from the start of the event. This is becoming a serious issue in the "meetup world" and one that organizers have to deal with constantly. It is for this reason that cancellations done within 24 hours from the start of the event will be considered as a "no show."

• RSVP for events you are sure to attend.
• Do not RSVP using our group as a "place holder" while waiting to be accepted in another group.
• Cancel within 48 hours from the start of the event to allow other members in the waitlist to attend OR to allow the organizer to accommodate the event, restaurant reservations, etc.
• Be considerate of others, fun, engaging, active, positive...

Members with three "no shows" will be removed from the group.
Members who consistently change their RSVP to "not attending" will be removed from the group and will also have a low priority when we have parties, etc...

DISCLAIMER:
Joining any of our events is voluntary and there may be some health risks associated with some of the physical activities we do: hiking, kayaking, walking, swimming, dancing, member's homes with stairs, sports, etc.
It is each member's responsibility to ensure that she/he/them are physically fit and in good health to participate in physical activities.
Members attending physical activities must also come prepared by bringing water, food, clothing, first aid supplies, sunscreen, etc.
Event Organizers are not professionals and make no warranties about the quality, safety, or supervision of the activities they host, especially physical activities like the ones previously mentioned.
If you are carpooling, we suggest you only do so with people you know and are comfortable with. Carpooling is at your own risk.

LIABILITY WAIVER:
By signing for any of our events, you hereby release the organizers, hosts, and all participants from any and all liabilities, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and /or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein . You are acknowledging the requirements, the possible risks and are taking responsibility for your own health and safety issues. Safety matters!

THANK YOU for your interest in this group and we hope you become a long time member and friend!
Nieves