About us
What is Excursions by the Bay?
We are a social club for single adults of all ages that sponsors about 70 fun events each year all over the Bay Area! This includes dance parties, speed dating, cocktail parties, wine tastings, etc.
All of our events are fundraisers for The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. Every $50 we raise finances a cataract surgery in one of 20 poor countries around the world! So you can have fun at the parties, meet new friends, and cure blind people at the same time!
Please spread the word to all of your single friends about this fun meetup.
Discounts for all of our parties can be found on our main website at www.thepartyhotline.com.
See you at the parties!
Rich Gosse
Chairman, Society of Single Professionals
P.S. I met my wife, Debby Gosse, at one of my parties. Hope you will all be so lucky!
Upcoming events
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- $45.00
Marin SingleMingle for 50+
MOG ASU, 1 BLACKFIELD DR, Tiburon, CA, USEnjoy a gorgeous venue and make connections easily with new friends, 50+, with our FUN Mixer Game! Dress to impress and join us for a memorable evening. Sunday, August 16, 2026, 7-9pm.
TICKETS: $45 (early birds). $55 at the door (if space permits).
Don't wait, as these events often sell out! RSVP does NOT guarantee you a spot, only if you prepay online by credit card.LOCATION: Mog Asu Wine Bar at The Cove Shopping Center, 1 Blackfield Drive #14, Tiburon, CA. Free parking!
CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.
MORE PARTIES at [www.thepartyhotline.com]().
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 30s/40s, July 25, Sunnyvale
· Hayward Speed Dating, 40s/50s, July 29
· Salsa Saturday! All ages, Aug 1
· 50+ TGIF Mixer, Aug 7, Santa Clara
· SF Speed Dating & Happy Hour, 30s/40s, Aug 9, San Francisco
· Hot August Nights Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Aug 11, Campbell
· Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, all ages, Aug 13, Palo Alto
· Marin SingleMingle for 50+, August 16, Tiburon
· SF Speed Dating in The Marina, 40s/50s, Aug 19, San Francisco
· Singles Night in The East Bay, 50+, Aug 30, Dublin
· Marin Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Sep 13, Tiburon
· I’m Single, Let’s Mingle, 50+, Sep 15, San Francisco
· 50 & Fabulous, 50+, Oct 3, San Francisco
· Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel, Oct 10, San Francisco
· Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, TiburonFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.
13 attendees - $30.00
SF Speed Dating for 40s/50s at Beautiful New Restaurant in The Marina
ERIA MARINA, 2300 CHESTNUT ST, San Francisco, CA, USJoin us for an exciting evening of speed dating designed specifically for singles ages 40s and 50s. Meet new friends, 5 minutes at a time in San Francisco. Dress to impress. Whether you’re looking for a soulmate or just a new friend, this is the perfect place to spark a connection.
DISCOUNT TICKETS: $30/early birds. $45/advance. $55/door, if space permits. These events usually sell out, so we recommend purchasing an advanced ticket online. RSVP does NOT guarantee you a spot, only if you prepay by credit card online.
WHEN: Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
WHERE: Eria Marina, 2300 Chestnut St, San Francisco. This is a lovely new restaurant in The Marina! We request that everyone purchase at least one drink, so this fun venue invites us back.
SCHEDULE:
6:45 pm – 7:00 pm Registration.
7:00 pm – 7:15 pm Speed Dating Introduction
7:15 pm – 9:00 pm Speed Dating
Your spot will be given away if you have not checked in by 7:15 PM.CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, Your Asian Connection, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.
MORE PARTIES at [www.thepartyhotline.com]().
· Salsa Night!, all ages, July 18, San Rafael
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 30s/40s, July 25, Sunnyvale
· Hayward Speed Dating, 40s/50s, July 29
· 50+ TGIF Mixer, Aug 7, Santa Clara
· SF Speed Dating & Happy Hour, 30s/40s, Aug 9, San Francisco
· Hot August Nights Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Aug 11, Campbell
· Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, all ages, Aug 13, Palo Alto
· Marin SingleMingle for 50+, August 16, Tiburon
· SF Speed Dating in The Marina, 40s/50s, Aug 19, San Francisco
· Singles Night in The East Bay, 50+, Aug 30, Dublin
· Marin Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Sep 13, Tiburon
· I’m Single, Let’s Mingle, 50+, Sep 15, San Francisco
· 50 & Fabulous, 50+, Oct 3, San Francisco
· Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel, Oct 10, San Francisco
· Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, TiburonFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.
13 attendees - $45.00
Singles Night in the East Bay, 50+
ALOFT BY MARRIOTT, 4075 GRAFTON ST, Dublin, CA, USMeet new single friends, 50+ at a fine hotel. Make connections easily with our FUN Mixer Game! Dress to impress and join us for a memorable evening! Sunday, August 30, 2026, 7-9pm. Postponed from an earlier date.
TICKETS: $45 (early birds). $55 at the door (if space permits).
Don’t wait, as these events often sell out! RSVP does NOT guarantee you a spot, only if you purchase a ticket online by credit card.LOCATION: Aloft Hotel by Marriott, 4075 Grafton Street, Dublin CA. Free parking!
CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.
MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com.
· Salsa Night!, all ages, July 18, San Rafael
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 30s/40s, July 25, Sunnyvale
· Hayward Speed Dating, 40s/50s, July 29
· 50+ TGIF Mixer, Aug 7, Santa Clara
· SF Speed Dating & Happy Hour, 30s/40s, Aug 9, San Francisco
· Hot August Nights Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Aug 11, Campbell
· Marin SingleMingle for 50+, August 16, Tiburon
· SF Speed Dating in The Marina, 40s/50s, Aug 19, San Francisco
· Singles Night in The East Bay, 50+, Aug 30, Dublin
· Marin Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Sep 13, Tiburon
· I’m Single, Let’s Mingle, 50+, Sep 15, San Francisco
· 50 & Fabulous, 50+, Oct 3, San Francisco
· Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel, Oct 10, San Francisco
· Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, TiburonFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.
13 attendees 
FRANCE CULINARY EXPLORER - Food, Wine, Cheese. Cooking Lessons, Tastings ..
SFO AIRPORT, San Francisco International Airport 94128, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USJoin us on this gourmet gastronomic holiday as we rendezvous with the cuisine & culture of France.
This is a foodie’s dream. Around every corner we will find open-air markets, artisanal chocolatiers, macaroon shops, boulangeries, cheesemongers, local butcher shops with the finest cured sausages and hams
. . . and YES - world-class wine shops where we can savor the flavors!We will start in Paris, home of some of the world’s most prestigious museums, including the Louvre, Musee d’Orsay, Pompidou, Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and so much more. Of course, we get to visit some of them...BUT French cuisine is such a huge part of this country's culture and history! Learning about it and experiencing it, is the main goal of this tour.
In Paris, we will savor the culinary artistry of Michelin-starred chefs and indulge in the city's iconic pastries. We will journey to Normandy, where lush landscapes yield exquisite cheeses and apple-infused delights. We will follow the Loire River to discover the vineyards and châteaux of the Loire Valley, where fine wines and gourmet experiences await. Let the flavors of France enchant our palate as we explore these culinary treasures!
Cooking classes, gourmet food tastings, wine tours, and enough free time to explore to our heart’s desire with centrally-located first class accommodations.
The Itinerary in brief:
Day 1 Paris arrival and Welcome Dinner with Corsican Cuisine
Day 2 Paris sightseeing tour, Seine river cruise,French bread making class
Day 3 Paris Museum Day. Dinner along Canal Saint-Martin
Day 4 Paris-Auvers Sur Oise Auver. Pay homage to Van Gogh and the many famous painters who lived there. Paint our own masterpiece! On to Giverny for a visit to the Gardens of Monet. Overnight in Rouen.
Day 5 Rouen - Camembert - Caen. Cheese tasting
Day 6 Caen - Mont St Michel. Stop in Calvados. Apple brandy, anybody?
Day 7 Mont St Michel - Rennes - Nantes. Cooking Class
Day 8 Nantes - Tours with stops at 3 Chateaux Vineyards for wine and chocolate tastings
Day 9 Tours - Orleans. Stops at Château of Clos Lucé, Leonardo Da Vinci's home. Visit an underground cave for farming mushrooms. And yes, some mushroom tastings!
Day 10 Orleans - Paris On the way, a stop at an artisan chocolatier and more wineries
Day 11 Paris. Visit the famous Marché aux Puces de St-Ouen (the flea market) for some amazing shopping. Farewell Dinner in the Montmartre AreaJoin us for an unforgettable feast for the senses!
For a detailed Day By Day itinerary:
Click Here to fill out our info request formPrice per person, double occupancy: $5320
(we match roommates for those willing to share and save)
Price for single room: $6720Limited capacity of 24 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly.
RSVP does not hold your space.
The only way to secure your spot is a $500 deposit.
Click here for Secure Deposit Link
Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees). Click Here and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit***Airfare from/to the US is not included***
Click Here to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.
She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions.We do a monthly Zoom with Q & A on all our overseas events.
https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/
Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees.Click here for General Policies and useful info about our international trips.
The MAIN Meetup post for this event is here:
France Culinary Explorer
(RSVP there for any conversation and comments)We believe in good decent social. This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective. We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too.
Click Here to see all our other fun events
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