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DRAW, SKETCH & DOODLE! Age 6 1/2 -10Y | Debbie Wardrope Does your child love to draw? Kids will learn fundamental drawing and observational skills as they create fun and unique projects using a variety of materials.

Art Room at Danville Community Center

#29674 Feb 10-Mar 3 Th 3:45 PM-5:00 PM $110(R) $132(N) WINTER WONDERLAND ART! Age 5 1/2 – 10Y | Debbie Wardrope Come create some cool winter art, including a 3D ice-skating scene, cute penguins and polar bears and a magical Northern Lights scene!

Cottage at Hap Magee Ranch Park

#29669 Jan 21 F 3:45 PM-5:15 PM $40 (R) $48(N)

NEW! MODERN CALLIGRAPHY WITH MARKERS Age 7-10Y | Priti Dasot Explore the art of modern calligraphy with markers, suitable for little hands. Students will learn how to write calligraphy with their super favorite markers with some style and techniques. Students will learn fundamental strokes, drills, alphabets, numbers and word formations. Students will learn how to write small quotes with their new skill.

Online via Zoom

#29675 Jan 25-Feb 15 T 5:00 PM-5:40 PM $50(R) $60(N) VALENTINE'S DAY HEART FUN! Age 5 1/2 – 10Y | Debbie Wardrope Come create an awesome abstract heart painting, a cute love bird and a 3-D love bug, and a mixed media heart-inchie project. Tons of heARTy Arty Fun!

Cottage at Hap Magee Ranch Park

#29671 Feb 3 Th 3:45 PM-5:15 PM $40(R) $48(N)

ST. PADDY'S DAY PARTY! Age 5 1/2 – 10Y | Debbie Wardrope Join us as we make an illuminated Celtic initial, fizzing shamrocks and a cute leprechaun!

Cottage at Hap Magee Ranch Park

#29670 Mar 4 F 3:45 PM-5:15 PM $40(R) $48(N)

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BUSY BEE COOKS Age 4-6Y | Cooking With Kids Staff We are going to be learning to make more soups, breads, salads, veggies and of course Desserts. Come and join the fun and meet new friends and learn food safety and how to safely use the kitchen appliances. Learn how to make very yummy food that’s healthy for you. $40 materials fee due to instructor on first day of class.

Ballroom at Oak Hill Park

Busy Bee Cooks 1, Age 4-5Y

#29701 Jan 12-Feb 9 W 1:30 PM-3:30 PM $270(R) $324(N) #29696 Feb 16-Mar 16 W 1:30 PM-3:30 PM $270(R) $324(N)

Busy Bee Cooks 2, Age 4-6Y

#29702 Jan 12-Feb 9 W 4:45 PM-6:45 PM $270(R) $324(N) #29697 Feb 16-Mar 16 W 4:45 PM-6:45 PM $270(R) $324(N)

COOKING ROUND THE WORLD Age 6-14Y | Cooking Round The World Staff You won’t need a passport to cook from different countries! Children will learn about culture, tastes, and celebrations while enjoying the food and flavors from different countries. Other activities include a folktale from the country of the day and a cooking demonstration. Fun and yum! $30 materials fee due to the instructor on the first day of class. No class 2/22.

Ballroom at Oak Hill Park

#29804 Jan 11-Feb 3 T,Th 4:00 PM-6:00 PM $250(R) $300(N) #29805 Feb 10-Mar 10 T,Th 4:00 PM-6:00 PM $250(R) $300(N)

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BLACK DRAGON CHESS Age 6-12Y | J.B. McCann Introduce your child to the elegant, centuries-old game of Chess! Studies have shown clear academic, social and cognitive benefits for chess-playing children, but most importantly, it's fun! Students will learn how the pieces move, the rules of play, and basic strategies (including opening principles and attacking ideas). Classes will include supervised play amongst the students, with an emphasis on good sportsmanship. Make-up class date 3/9.

Mount Diablo Room at Danville Library

#29695 Jan 12-Mar 2 W 3:30 PM-4:30 PM $159(R) $191(N

CHESS WIZARDS-WINTER Age 5-12Y | Chess Wizards Thank you for joining Chess Wizards. Our interactive, discoverybased curriculum inspires students to think ahead, visualize their goals, treat others with respect and to learn from mistakes. Our classes are geared to suit children of all skill levels; from chessling to checkmate artist, students will build upon their knowledge through lessons, tournaments, variation games and more! More than just a game of winning and losing, we make learning chess fun! No class 1/17 & 2/21.

Cottage at Hap Magee Ranch Park

#29797 Jan 10-Feb 14 M 3:45 PM-4:45 PM $240(R) $288(N)

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INTRO TO FARSI LANGUAGE Age 5-15Y | Nima Farsi This class teaches the fundamentals of the Farsi language. Learn Farsi alphabet and learn basic reading and writing in Farsi. Students will also learn about Persian culture, music and dance.

Meeting Rooms at Oak Hill Park

#29842 Jan 7-Jan 28 F 4:00PM-5:00PM $110(R) $132(N) #29843 Feb 4-Feb 25 F 4:00PM-5:00PM $110(R) $132(N)

INDERMEDIATE FARSI LANGUAGE Age 5-15Y | Nima Farsi This class teaches intermediate and advanced reading and writing in Farsi, as well as learning about Farsi history, geography, culture, music and dance.

Meeting Rooms at Oak Hill Park

#29844 Jan 7-Jan 28 F 5:00PM-7:00PM $110(R) $132(N) #29845 Feb 4-Feb 25 F 5:00PM-7:00PM $110(R) $132(N) LEARN THE SKILLS OF MAGNETIC SPEAKING & DEBATING Age 8-14Y | Gurus Education Staff Learn the Skills of Magnetic Speaking & Debating: Present to Inspire & Persuade. Learn to be persuasive in 6 easy steps! Students will engage in making strong arguments, provide reasoning & evidence through thought-provoking topics and participate in narrative, persuasive, campaign speeches and debates. Students learn to become more confident & assertive!! Our goal is their SUCCESS!

Las Trampas Room at Danville Community Center

#29810 Jan 12-Mar 2 W 5:30 PM-6:30 PM $99(R) $119(N)

YOUNG MASTER: CREATIVE WRITING Age 8-14Y | Gurus Education Staff Young Masters: Creative Writing & Presenting Skills. Our goal is to enhance student’s communication skills through impromptu story telling & writing about different genres. Our classes will provide your child the practice to develop and deliver compelling presentations with lesser anxiety and more confidence. We make learning EASY & FUN!!!

Lounge at Danville Community Center

#29811 Jan 12-Mar 2 W 4:30 PM-5:30 PM $99(R) $119(N)

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IRISH DANCE-BEGINNER'S Age 5-10Y| Victoria Dunlap Entry/beginning level Irish dance class where participants will learn fundamental Irish dance technique, choreography, and how to count the different types of Irish music. Along the way, dancers will develop and improve flexibility, stamina, make friends, and build confidence! Taught by Victoria Dunlap, a former championship level Irish dancer, who has traveled the world competing and dancing under some of the biggest names in Irish dance.

Valley Oak Room at Danville Community Center

#29734 Jan 25-Mar 1 Th 5:15 PM-6:15 PM $120(R) $144N)

HIP HOP ACRO CHEER Age 7-12Y | Studio 8 Staff A high energy class that combines hip hop dance with cheer and acrobatic technique. Class will cover cheer jumps and positions, hip hop popping and break dancing, and acrobatic moves such as headstands, cartwheels and bridges.

Studio 8 Performing Arts Center 3420 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100 San Ramon, CA (925) 867-1556 • www.studio8pac.com

#29817 Jan 13-Mar 3 Th 5:45 PM-6:30 PM $160(R) $192(N) HIP HOP Age 7-12Y | Studio 8 Staff Come learn fun and funky moves and the newest trends in Hip Hop. Dance to the latest age-appropriate hip hop music. Please wear comfortable clothing and clean tennis shoes. No class 1/17 & 1/21.

Studio 8 Performing Arts Center 3420 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100 San Ramon, CA (925) 867-1556 • www.studio8pac.com

#29800 Jan 10-Mar 14 M 5:30 PM-6:30 PM $190(R) $228(N)

HIP-HOP FOR BOYS Age 7-12Y | Studio 8 Staff A high energy class designed just for boys! Learn fun and funky moves and be introduced to the basic of break dancing to the latest hip-hop music.

Studio 8 Performing Arts Center 3420 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100 San Ramon, CA (925) 867-1556 • www.studio8pac.com

#29818 Jan 13-Mar 3 Th 3:30 PM-4:15 PM $160(R) $192(N)

JUNIOR ACRO DANCE Age 5-8Y | Studio 8 Staff Come join the fun, and let your inner Broadway Star shine in Musical Theater Production! All participants will sing, act, and dance, performing scenes, songs and dance from a popular musical theater production. Basic costume accessories and/or props provided. Students will work hard to prepare for a musical performance for family and friends at the end of the session. $25 cash materials fee due to instructor on first day of class. Dress code for class: comfortable athletic wear, jazz shoes or bare feet, hair up away from face. No class 1/17 & 2/21.

Studio 8 Performing Arts Center 3420 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100 San Ramon, CA (925) 867-1556 • www.studio8pac.com

#29801 Jan 10-Mar 14 M 4:30 PM-5:30 PM $190(R) $228(N)

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KIDS' DAY OUT Age 5-9Y | Town Staff School's out, and there's lots of fun to be had! Join our trained recreation staff for arts & crafts, games, and activities based on the theme of the day. Just like the popular Kids' Night Out program, but during the day! Pre-registration required. Children must be potty-trained to attend. No pull-ups. Kids must be able to go to the bathroom without any assistance. Wear comfortable, layered play clothes and closed-toe shoes (no black soles). Bring a snack, lunch and water each day.

Valley Oak Room at Danville Community Center Rainy Day Get Away!

#29791 Feb 22 T 9:00 AM-3:00 PM $32 (R) $38(N)

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ANY KID CAN CODE - LEARN TO PROGRAM

WITH SCRATCH Age 9-12Y | Any Kid Can Code Staff Start coding with Scratch! Coding is an essential skill for life in the 21st century. Learning to code teaches you how to solve problems and to bring ideas to life in a creative way. In this class, you will learn the basics of computational thinking and start coding using MIT’s Scratch programming language. ONLINE with Zoom. Students will need WiFi access and the Zoom app.

Online via Zoom

#29703 Jan 5-Feb 2 W 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $99(R) $118(N)

ENERGY IS EVERYWHERE Age 6-11Y | Bricks4Kidz Staff Energy is essential to almost everything we do, from the lights in our homes and classrooms to the gasoline that fuels our cars. This unit explores many sources of energy from wind and solar power to biofuel and fossil fuel. Students will define terms like renewable, landfill, greenhouse effect and generator as well as build moving models of just some of the awesome ways we power our world. $40 materials fee due to instructor on first day of class.

Meeting Rooms at Oak Hill Park

#29799 Jan 19-Feb 23 W 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $135(R) $162(N)

WORLD OF SCIENCE Age 6-11Y | Bricks4Kidz Staff Calling all future scientists! Come learn, build and experiment with us! Our budding astronomers, meteorologists, zoologists, and inventors will learn about space, weather, animals and more! We'll build all sorts of awesome scientific models and gadgets that are sure to spark both imagination and intellect. If you just can't get enough of hands-on science fun, then you won't want to miss out on our World of Science unit! $40 materials fee due to instructor on first day of class.

Meeting Rooms at Oak Hill Park

#29798 Jan 20-Feb 24 Th 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $135(R) $162(N)

HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN WEBSITE

Age 7-12Y | Siliconvalley4u Staff Ever wonder how websites are created? Why not create your own with this How To Build Your Own Website class! This class will tackle topics on how to build your own website with exciting projects ahead! The classes will be done ONLINE! Students will be having fun creating their own website at the comfort of their home.

Online via Zoom

#29813 Jan 26-Mar 2 W 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $119(R) $143(N) #29814 Jan 26-Mar 2 W 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $119(R) $143(N) LEARNING 3D PRINTING IN A FUN AND

EXCITING WAY Age 7-12Y | Siliconvalley4u Staff 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, is the construction of a three-dimensional object from a CAD model or a digital 3D model. Join us for an enriching fun learning session to understand the basics of 3D printing. Let’s learn 3D Printing in a Fun and Exciting Way. Classes will be taught online! Students will learn 3D Printing in a fun and exciting way from the comfort of their home!

Online via Zoom

#29812 Jan 27-Mar 3 Th 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $119(R) $143(N)

LET'S HAVE FUN MAKING MOVIES WITH

SCRATCH Age 7-12Y | Siliconvalley4u Staff Want to create your own Animated Movie? This class will teach you how to create your own by using an easy language - SCRATCH! This class is filled with fun activities that you will surely enjoy while learning. The classes will be done ONLINE! Students will be having fun learning movie making with SCRATCH in the comfort of their home.

Online via Zoom

#29815 Jan 24-Mar 7 M 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $119(R) $143(N)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DR. SEUSS! Age 3-9Y | Town Staff The Town of Danville and the Danville Library invite you to join the fun and festivities at the 14th Annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Party! Participants can arrive at the Danville Library to start their celebration across downtown and in several of our park locations. During the day, we will have story walks, zoom readings, and much more. For more information, call the Danville Community Center at 925-314-3400.

Danville Community Center

#29796 Mar 2 W 4:00 PM-6:00 PM $6

KIDS' NIGHT OUT Age 5-11Y | Town Staff Need a night out? Let your kids spend the night In, with us! Come create arts & crafts, play games, enjoy a movie! Wear PJs and Bring a Pillow! Trained recreation staff will provide all the fun, excitement and supervision. Pre-registration is required. Make sure to bring I.D. upon pick-up. We encourage social pods to register together.

Lounge at Danville Community Center

#29787 Jan 21 F 6:30 PM-10:00 PM $25 (R) $30(N) #29788 Feb 4 F 6:30 PM-10:00 PM $25 (R) $30(N) #29789 Feb 18 F 6:30 PM-10:00 PM $25 (R) $30(N) #29790 Mar 4 F 6:30 PM-10:00 PM $25 (R) $30(N)

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"MIGHTY ACES" ORANGE BALL TENNIS - BEG/INT Age 7-9Y | Arora Tennis Enjoy the sport of a lifetime! Join Ankit Arora, USPTA Elite professional with over 15 years of teaching experience raise the standard of your tennis game! Arora Tennis will be bringing R.O.G.Y format and an Elite tennis class for ages 7 to 9. Orange ball is an introduction to tennis class. Class emphasizes basic FUNdamentals, stroke mechanics, and ability to rally in a controlled setting. No class 1/17. If needed, makeup class will be held on 2/14 & 2/16.

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

#29747 Jan 10-Feb 7 M 3:30 PM-4:30 PM $100(R) $120(N) #29748 Jan 12-Feb 9 W 3:30 PM-4:30 PM $125(R) $150(N)

"GRAND SLAMMERS" GREEN BALL TENNIS - INT/ADV Age 10-13Y | Arora Tennis Enjoy the sport of a lifetime! Join Ankit Arora, USPTA Elite professional with over 15 years of teaching experience raise the standard of your tennis game! Arora Tennis will be bringing R.O.G.Y format and an Elite tennis class for ages 10 to 13. For the Green Ball class, students should understand all the strokes, and will work on improving tennis specific movement and point construction. No class 1/17. If needed, makeup class will be held on 2/14 & 2/16.

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

#29745 Jan 10-Feb 7 M 3:30 PM-4:30 PM $100(R) $120(N) #29746 Jan 12-Feb 9 W 3:30 PM-4:30 PM $125(R) $150(N)

KARATE (SHORIN-RYU) Age 6-12Y | Mary Ann Hayes Shorin-Ryu uses natural body movements that greatly enhance a beginner's ability to learn. A variety of self-defense techniques are taught with emphasis on blocking, punching and kicking. White Gi (uniform) is required and can be purchased from the instructor.

Valley Oak Room at Danville Community Center

#29765 Jan 12-Feb 23 W 5:45 PM-6:45 PM $56(R) $68(N) #29767 Jan 15-Feb 26 Sa 9:30 AM-10:30 AM $56(R) $68(N)