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ACRYLIC, OIL AND PASTEL PAINTING Age 18Y & Up | Debbie Wardrope Want to learn how to paint using pastel, oil, or acrylic paints? Or do you want to advance your skills to take your painting to a new level? This class is for anyone who wants to learn and grow in a relaxed and supportive art community. Students may choose to paint using acrylic, oils or pastels or all three! Beginner students will be provided with painting exercises to help develop their skills. All levels are welcome.

Meeting Rooms at Oak Hill Park

#32269 Jan 10-Jan 31 T 9:30 AM-12:30 PM $115(R) $138(N) #32270 Feb 7-Feb 28 T 9:30 AM-12:30 PM $115(R) $138(N)

MODERN CALLIGRAPHY & CARD MAKING

WORKSHOP Age 18Y & Up | Priti Dasot Are you ready to create beautiful and memorable hand lettered greeting cards? With the basics of modern calligraphy in this class you will learn how to make unique and beautiful handmade cards. During this 3-hour long workshop, we are going to learn how to do basics strokes, alphabets and greeting phrases and finally make beautiful greeting cards to send to your favorite Valentines, using modern calligraphy class. A handmade greeting card starter kit will be provided at the workshop. $30 materials fee due to instructor on the first day of class.

Online via Zoom

#32332 Feb 6 M 10:00 AM-1:00 PM $70(R) $84(N)

ADULT

MODERN CALLIGRAPHY AND CARD MAKING Age 18Y & Up | Priti Dasot Learn the basics of modern calligraphy in this 2-hour class. We will learn the basic strokes, lower case alphabet and word formation with pressure control techniques. $30 materials fee due to the instructor on first day of class.

Art Room at Danville Senior Center

#32188 Jan 13 F 10:00 AM-12:00 PM $40(R) $48(N)

MODERN CALLIGRAPHY ON CANVAS WORKSHOP Age 18Y & Up | Priti Dasot Join us for super fun class where you will learn how to write in modern calligraphy on paper as well as on canvas. First, we will learn the basics of modern calligraphy followed with alphabets. Then you will be able to use your skills to create your own beautiful hand lettered canvas. A canvas lettering starter kit will be provided at the workshop. $35 materials fee due to instructor on the first day of class.

Cottage at Hap Magee Ranch Park

#32284 Jan 23 M 10:00 AM-1:00 PM $70(R) $84(N)

MODERN BRUSH PEN CALLIGRAPHY

Age 18Y & Up | Priti Dasot Modern Brush Pen Calligraphy class, in which students will learn to write beautifully with brush pens. This class is designed for beginners and starts off with introducing you to the basics of using, holding and writing with brush pens. Students will learn the fundamental strokes, alphabets, letter connections and do final word compositions. Students will also learn to do background and embellishments. At the end of the class students will make a hand lettered project such as a card or a quote that can be framed. Learn and explore this creative skill which is relaxing and fun.

Online via Zoom

#32333 Jan 17-Feb 21 T 10:00AM-10:40 AM $125(R) $150(N) #32331 Jan 17-Feb 21 T 6:00PM-6:40 PM $125(R) $150 (N)

WEDDING FLOWER WORKSHOP Age 18Y & Up | Diana Lapson Whether you plan to do your own wedding flowers or hire a professional, this course will provide insider knowledge to help you set your budget, select arrangement styles and prepare your flowers for the big day. You will get hands on experience making a hand tied bridal bouquet for you to take home and enjoy. Wear comfortable shoes that can get wet. Bring apron and flower clippers. $75 materials fee due to instructor at the workshop.

Swain House at Hap Magee Ranch Park

#32180 Feb 25 Sa 9:00 AM-12:00 PM $65(R) $78(N)

OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING Age 18Y & Up | Charles White Enjoy sharpening your skills at painting in this ongoing class for painters of all levels. The casual, relaxed atmosphere and supportive environment will help you progress quickly.

Art Room at Danville Community Center

#32279 Jan 9-Feb 6 M 10:00 AM-12:00 PM $76(R) $91(N) #32280 Jan 10-Jan 31 T 10:00 AM-12:00 PM $76(R) $91(N) #32286 Feb 7-Feb 28 T 10:00 AM-12:00 PM $76(R) $91(N) #32366 Feb 13-Feb 27 M 10:00AM-12:00PM $56(R) $68(N)

ACRYLIC PAINTING Age 18Y & Up | Zina Kassab Learn how to paint with acrylics, mix colors and explore acrylic textures and techniques. All levels are welcome. We will paint the landscape or still life from a photo. You may bring your own photo for inspiration or use one provided by instructor. Optional $10 material fee or students can bring their own supplies.

Las Trampas at Danville Community Center

#32216 Jan 11-Feb 1 W 11:30 AM-1:30 PM $88(R) $105(N) #32217 Feb 8-Mar 1 W 11:30 AM-1:30 PM $88(R) $105(N)

SKETCHING Age 18Y & Up | Zina Kassab Learn how to draw basic objects and correct proportions, understand perspective and contrast. Students will learn how to shade and learn a variety of sketching techniques. We’ll sketch a landscape, seascape, and a still life! Bring your own photo of a landscape or seascape for inspiration to sketch, or use one provided by instructor. Optional $12 materials fee includes sketch pad and sketch pencil kit (or bring your own from home).

Las Trampas Room at Danville Community Center

#32218 Jan 10-Jan 31 T 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $76(R) $91(N) #32219 Feb 7-Feb 28 T 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $76(R) $91(N)

WATERCOLOR FOR ALL! Age 18Y & Up | Zina Kassab Join this class and learn how to paint with watercolors. Participants will learn to use the right amount of paint and water, mix colors, and explore watercolor textures and techniques. We’ll paint a landscape and a seascape scene from photos. Suggested materials for students to buy: Watercolor paints any set (matte colors) tubes or pans, water color painting paper pad, watercolor brushes (multipurpose pack brushes will work), palette, cup for water.

Las Trampas Room at Danville Community Center

#32220 Jan 10-Jan 31 T 3:00 PM-5:00 PM $88(R) $105(N) #32221 Feb 7-Feb 28 T 3:00 PM-5:00 PM $88(R) $105(N)

adult classes for parents PARENT COLLEGE ADMISSION WORKSHOP SERIES Age 18Y & Up | Gina Henehan Gina Henehan of Stacy Kadesh Consulting & Associates College will guide parents through a 4-part series about the College Admissions process to better support their students. Learn all the college application lingo and the process that can bring your students success in their college pursuits.

Stacy Kadesh and Associates College Consulting 10 Town and Country Drive, Danville CA

#32204 Jan 23-Feb 13 M 6:00 PM-7:00 PM $100(R) $120(N)

BEGINNING ITALIAN Age 18Y & Up | Gina Stearley This fun and interactive class for those who would like to speak Italian like a native. No huge textbooks. Instead, I'll bring Italy to the classroom. You will learn to ask questions and understand the answers. We'll cover directions, shopping, trains, restaurants, wine and more. Italian is a lively language so come and join the fun! Book fee: $25 payable to instructor.

Meeting Room at Danville Senior Center

#32183 Jan 10-Feb 28 T 7:00 PM-8:30 PM $150(R) $180(N)

BEGINNING ITALIAN CONTINUED Age 18Y & Up | Gina Stearley This is a continuation of Wednesday night Beginning Italian class from Fall. We continue with our Italian Book from the fall. Ci vediamo! (See you there)

Meeting Room at Danville Senior Center

#32184 Jan 11-Mar 1 W 7:00 PM-8:30 PM $150(R) $180(N)

FRENCH BEGINNING PART 6 Age 18Y & Up | Jennifer Enzminger Continue to study basic French language skills. Active participation encouraged. This class is a continuation of the Fall 2022 Beginning Part 5 class. Instructor will provide study materials at no charge. New students welcome! Contact Instructor with questions.

Meeting Room at Danville Senior Center

#32132 Jan 12-Mar 2 Th 10:15 AM-12:00 PM $130(R) $156(N)

FRENCH INTERMEDIATE 3 Age 18Y & Up | Jennifer Enzminger Continue to study French at a more advanced level than the beginning class. Focus on the grammar, reading, and conversation. Active participation encouraged. New students welcome. Contact Instructor with questions.

Meeting Room at Danville Senior Center

#32133 Jan 12-Mar 2 Th 12:30 PM-2:15 PM $130(R) $156(N)

FRENCH, ADVANCED Age 18Y & Up | Jennifer Enzminger Participants in lively discussion of things French. Includes grammar review, listening exercises general conversation, and reading a novel. New students welcome. Contact instructor with questions.

Meeting Room at Danville Senior Center

#32135 Jan 13-Mar 3 F 12:30 PM-2:30 PM $140(R) $168(N)

FRENCH, INTERMEDIATE, 4 Age 18Y & Up | Jennifer Enzminger Review grammar, read a novel and discuss a variety of topics. This is the highest level of the intermediate class. New students welcome! Contact Instructor with questions.

Meeting Room at Danville Senior Center

#32134 Jan 13-Mar 3 F 10:15 AM-12:00 PM $130(R) $156(N)

adult fun

& games

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: ADVENTURE PATH Age 18-45Y | Olinza Headd This is an 8-session adventure path set by a Dungeon Master for intermediate to experienced players. Roll a new character and join several others on a far-off adventure

to the realms beyond.

Lounge at Danville Community Center

#32287 Feb 11-Apr 1 Sa 5:00 PM-7:00 PM $160(R) $352(N) BEGINNING/ADVANCED BEGINNING YOGA Age 18Y & Up | Howard VanEs This class is for those with some yoga experience or athletic beginners. Deepen your experience of basic postures, learn more challenging postures, posture flow and breathing practices.

Valley Oak Room at Danville Community Center

#32137 Jan 11-Mar 1 W 10:15 AM-11:30 AM $128(R) $154(N)

FELDENKRAIS® AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT® Age 18Y & Up | Naffie Fischbacher This classroom application of the Feldenkrais Method® uses gentle movement explorations to teach you to move with greater ease and efficiency. Regular students enjoy better posture, improved breathing, and coordination, as well as increased flexibility and grace in action. Bring mat to class.

Town Meeting Hall

#32102 Jan 12-Feb 9 Th 10:15 AM-11:15 AM $60(R) $72(N)

ADULT

GENTLE YOGA Age 25-64Y | Priya Kaarthik Join to witness mind and body connection through gentle yoga postures, breath work, meditation and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the present moment and increase yoga awareness. Consult with your doctor before joining. Bring a yoga mat, belt and cushion or bath towel.

Valley Oak Room at Danville Community Center

#32141 Jan 13-Mar 3 F 6:00 PM-7:10 PM $120(R) $144(N)

Community Hall at Danville Senior Center

#32140 Jan 11-Mar 1 W 5:40 PM-6: 50 PM $120(R) $144(N)

JACKI SORENSEN'S AEROBIC DANCING Age 18Y & Up | Lorie McGuinness Beginner's Welcome! Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing is a dance fitness class that provides a total body workout that includes strength, flexibility, and endurance in a safely choreographed format that combines cha-cha, waltz, samba and swing steps. This class is suitable for all adults including active seniors. Wear supportive athletic shoes and bring a floor mat. Handheld 2-4 lb. weights are recommended but not required. No class 1/16 & 2/20. Makeup classes on 1/18, 1/19, 2/22 & 2/ 23.

Community Hall at Danville Senior Center

#32117 Jan 9-Feb 27 M 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $80(R) $96(N) #32118 Jan 11-Mar 1 W 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $80(R) $96(N) #32116 Jan 9-Mar 1 M,W 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $144(R) $173(N)

Town Meeting Hall

#32119 Jan 12-Mar 2 Th 8:45 AM-9:45 AM $80(R) $96(N) STRETCH AND STRENGTH Age 18Y & Up | Megan Ramirez Treat the body to healthy stretching and strengthening that elongates and tones muscles, aligns joints and improves flexibility, balance and core conditioning. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat and resistance band. This is a sit or stand class. No class 1/16 & 2/20.

Valley Oak Room at Danville Community Center

#32185 Jan 9-Feb 27 M 10:00 AM-11:00 AM $60(R) $72(N)

T'AI CHI CH'UAN BEGINNING CLASS Age 18Y & Up | Terence Tang This is a beginning class in part one of the traditional Yang Style Tai Chi form. Students will learn basic Tai Chi movements and technique. In addition, student will also learn and practice some Qi Gong set. Wear comfortable clothing and flat-soled flexible shoes.

Valley Oak at Danville Community Center

#32105 Jan 12-Mar 2 Th 7:15 PM-8:30 PM $120(R) $144(N)

T'AI CHI CH'UAN INTERMEDIATE Age 18Y & Up | Terence Tang This is an Intermediate class of the traditional Yang Style Tai Chi form (81). Students are expected to know part 1 of the traditional Yang Style Tai Chi form (81). Students will learn the entire long Yang form (part 2 and part 3) in addition to a fast form, two person sets and push-hands. Students will also be eligible to participate in seminars held by Master Tung Kai Ying. Wear comfortable clothing and flat-soled shoes.

Valley Oak at Danville Community Center

#32103 Jan 10-Feb 28 T 7:15 PM-8:30 PM $120(R) $144(N)

T'AI CHI CH'UAN ADVANCED CLASS Age 18Y & Up | Terence Tang Advanced class requires participation in the Intermediate Class and instructor's approval. Wear comfortable clothing and flatsoled, flexible shoes.

Valley Oak at Danville Community Center

#32104 Jan 10-Feb 28 T 8:40 PM-9:30 PM $64(R) $77(N)

WEIGHT LOSS & DISEASE REVERSAL THROUGH NUTRITION Age 18Y & Up | Krystal Pong, PharmD Bring in the New Year with a new nutrition plan to help you lose weight and reverse and prevent disease. Join this coaching program to gain knowledge and support your need to reach your goals.

Mount Diablo Room at Danville Library

#32268 Jan 19-Feb 16 Th 1:00 PM-2:00 PM $287(R) $344(N)

WHAT TO EAT FOR SUSTAINED WEIGHT LOSS & TO PREVENT DISEASE Age 18Y & Up | Krystal Pong, PharmD Learn what the science says about what the most powerful foods are to promote sustained weight loss and to prevent & reverse diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.

Mt. Diablo Room at Danville Library

#32266 Jan 11 W 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $15(R) $18(N) #32267 Jan 12 Th 11:00 AM-12:00 PM $15(R) $18(N) GUITAR FOR ADULTS Age 18Y & Up | John Waller Whether you have ever picked up a guitar or not, you can still try! This fast-paced class works off your enthusiasm, so dedicate yourself to a few months of focused learning. We will start with the basics on strumming, picking, learning cords, and easy folk songs on guitar. Some of you may want to bring in your own song! Bring a nylon string guitar to class for easy playing.

Village Theatre

#32236 Jan 19-Feb 23 Th 6:00 PM-6:45 PM $136(R) $153(N)

GUITAR II Age 18Y & Up | John Waller We work on guitar technique, Barre cords, songs and some songwriting and theory. Every week there will be new exercises to expand your fingering on the fretboard and strings. There will be choices on what you may want to focus on in these sessions. You should be able to play cords E,A,D,G,C major and an easy melody by fingering the guitar fretboard.

Village Theatre

#32238 Jan 19-Feb 23 Th 8:00 PM-8:45 PM $136(R) $153(N)

UKULELE BEGINNER'S CLASS Age 18Y & Up | John Waller This class will teach adult beginners the basic chords needed to play hundreds of songs. No prior experience is necessary.

Village Theatre

#32239 Jan 19-Feb 23 Th 7:00 PM-7:45 PM $136(R) $153(N)

ADULT

adult Performing

Arts & Dance

LATIN DANCES (SALSA) BEGINNER Age 16Y & Up | Randy Krul Learn the basic steps and some simple moves. Partner encouraged but not required.

Community Hall at Danville Senior Center

#32196 Jan 11-Jan 25 W 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $45(R) $60(N) #32197 Feb 1-Feb 22 W 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $60(R) $72(N) #32198 Mar 1-Mar 29 W 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $75(R) $90(N)

LATIN DANCES (SALSA) BEYOND BEGINNER Age 16Y & Up | Randy Krul Must know basic salsa steps and intermediate moves.

Community Hall at Danville Senior Center

#32199 Jan 11-Jan 25 W 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $45(R) $60(N) #32200 Feb 1-Feb 22 W 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $60(R) $72(N) #32201 Mar 1-Mar 29 W 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $75(R) $90(N) WEST COAST SWING BEGINNER & BEYOND Age 16Y & Up | Randy Krul Join us for West Coast Swing - Learn 6 basic steps and more. No class 1/16 & 2/20.

Community Hall at Danville Senior Center

#32190 Jan 9-Jan 30 M 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $60(R) $72(N) #32191 Feb 6-Feb 27 M 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $45(R) $54(N) #32192 Mar 6-Mar 27 M 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $60(R) $72(N)

WEST COAST SWING EASY INTERMEDIATE Age 16Y & Up | Randy Krul Must know basic steps and some simple moves. No class 1/16 & 2/20.

Community Hall at Danville Senior Center

#32193 Jan 9-Jan 30 M 8:00 PM-9:30 PM $45(R) $60(N) #32194 Feb 6-Feb 27 M 8:00 PM-9:30 PM $45(R) $60(N) #32195 Mar 6-Mar 27 M 8:00 PM-9:30 PM $60(R) $72(N)

adult TRIPS

/EXCURSIONS

WARRIORS GAME Age 3-99Y | Town Staff Don't miss this amazing opportunity to see our 2022 NBA Champions, Warriors! Join us for a night to remember at the Chase Center as the Warriors take on the Memphis Grizzlies. Registration price includes round trip transportation, 1 Warrior ticket, and a special "Warrior Experience" not to be missed. The Warrior Experience will take place before the game. All ages welcome, bring the whole family. Makes a great holiday gift!

Chase Center

#32178 Jan 25 W 3:00 PM-10:30 PM $200(R) $240(N)

adult sports

& martial arts

KARATE (SHORIN-RYU) Age 13Y & Up | 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

#32289 Jan 11-Feb 22 W 6:45 PM-8:00 PM $56(R) $66(N) #32292 Jan 14-Feb 25 Sa 10:35 AM-11:50 AM $56(R) $66(N)

TENNIS LESSONS Age 18Y & Up | John DeMartini The Town of Danville offers top-flight instruction from tennis professional, John DeMartini. He is USPTA certified Elite Professional and has been teaching pro for over twenty years, formerly at Stanford University. This tennis program features classes for all skill levels and limits class size to 4-8 students, for individualized instruction. Beginner: Needs instruction on the basics: grips, ground strokes, serve, and volley.

ADULT

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

#32293 Jan 12-Mar 9 Th 10:30 AM-11:30 AM $180(R) $216(N)

Advanced Beginner: Understands grips, groundstrokes, and can begin to control serve.

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

#32295 Jan 13-Mar 10 F 11:00 AM-12:00 PM $180(R) $216(N) #32296 Jan 14-Mar 11 Sa 9:00 AM-10:00 AM $180(R) $216(N)

Intermediate: Can rally with other students, volley, and control serve consistently.

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

#32294 Jan 13-Mar 10 F 10:00 AM-11:00 AM $180(R) $216(N)

Advanced Intermediate: Consistent placement with ground strokes, serves with a spin and volleys consistently.

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

#32290 Jan 12-Mar 9 Th 9:00 AM-10:30 AM $270(R) $324(N) #32297 Jan 14-Mar 11 S 10:00 AM-11:00 AM $180 (R) $216(N)

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