Everyone has something that sparks their interest. For some, it’s getting back to nature. For others, it’s working with their hands. Or volunteering. Or the arts. Or traveling. Or theatrical productions. Whatever puts the bounce into your step, you’ll find it at Baywood Court. Here, residents work with staff to create and participate in a variety of programs and activities.

Baywood Travelers. Each year, the Baywood Travelers club explores dozens of interesting locations. We’ve toured the Hayward Planetarium, explored the Gold Country in the Sierra foothills, visited strawberry farms in Salinas, and enjoyed a ferry ride and brunch in Sausalito.

Cubby Hole Store. Imagine having a store right in your community where you can shop, volunteer and socialize with other residents. The Cubby Hole is just the place. Here, residents and staff can find cards, gifts, sweets, sundries, and best of all, convenience. Store profits are used for special projects, including educational grants for Baywood Court staff.

The Non-Strolling Players. A popular source of entertainment at Baywood Court is to attend a production of The Non-Strolling Players. The group has performed more than 50 plays and likens themselves to such classic radio productions as Lux Radio Theatre, Little Theatre Off Times Square, and other programs you may recall.  

Woodworking Shop. The Woodworking Shop was the brainchild of residents who acquired funding from Baywood Court, permits from the city, and donated their “labor of love” to build the shop from the ground up and outfit it with tools for all kinds of woodworking projects.

Literature & Workshop Series. Our resident-run Literature Series excites the intellect with an amazing variety of speakers and topics. In past years, guest speakers have discussed Impressionist Paintings, Corporate Ethics, Religions of the World, and Tales of Travel. We also have a Workshop Series that focuses on health and other senior issues, such as scams and safety.

Computer Lab. The Baywood Court Computer Lab enables residents to write their autobiography, trace their genealogy, research topics of interest, or simply surf the Internet. And of course, having the opportunity to send and receive emails makes it fast and easy to communicate with family and friends.

Circulation Library. Enjoy a book in our beautiful library, or take it with you. The resident-managed Baywood Court Circulation Library is open to all residents. Our collection includes books donated by residents and large-print books donated by the Alameda County Library. Best of all, you can borrow books for as long as you wish.

Art Gallery. At the Baywood Art Gallery, you can view exhibits of our residents and local artists. During the holiday season, the gallery features displays of residents’ handmade decorations.

Resident Gardens. Baywood Court residents built raised beds in the community garden for those who like to grow flowers and vegetables. Depending on the season, you’re likely to find roses, perennials, tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, parsley, and a variety of seasonal flowers such as pansies, California poppies and crocuses.

Community Celebrations. Each year, the children and grandchildren of our residents, staff, and neighbors visit Baywood Court to participate in our intergenerational and seasonal celebrations.