Town of Danville Summer Camps 2012 by Town of Danville

Camp Registration Begins: Thursday, March 1, 8:30 am

Traditional Day Camps

Enrichment Camps

HALF DAY CAMPS

FULL DAY CAMPS

Little Peanuts Storybook (3–4Y) Little Acorn (4–6Y) Osage Adventure Junior (5–7Y) Osage Adventure (7–11Y)

Danville Day Camp Junior (5–7Y) Danville Day Camp (7–11Y) Play ‘n’ Sports (7–11Y) DesTEENation (11–14Y)

Friday, March 2, 8:30 am Open registration

Extended Camp Options

Day Camp Group Swim Lessons (5–11Y) Gymnastics & More (5–8Y) Day Camp Extended Care Youth Creative Writing Just 4 Kicks Soccer (5–12Y) Be a Pop Star (8–12Y) DesTEENation Extended Camp (6–10Y) Kidz Love Soccer (41⁄2–10Y) Fairytale Princess (31⁄2–6Y) Lil’ Baseball (3–5Y) ART & CRAFT CAMPS Skyhawks Baseball (6–12Y) Art About Everything (4–6Y) Hip Hop (7–12Y) Hip Hop for Boys (5–12Y) Skyhawks Basketball (6–12Y) Art Camp with Junior Hip Hop (4–7Y) Skyhawks Capture Ms. Tess (4–6Y) KAOS Drama (7–14Y) the Flag (6–12Y) Art: Peace, Love Musical Performance (6–11Y) Skyhawks Cheerleading & Mosaics (8–14Y) Tippy Toes Ballerina (31⁄2–6Y) (5–10Y) Buddy ’n Me Critters Skyhawks Flag Football ’n ClayTM (31⁄2–6Y) SCIENCE & (6–12Y) Critters ’n ClayTM (41⁄2–9Y) TECHNOLOGY CAMPS Kids@Play (5–10Y) Black Dragon Chess (6–12Y) Skyhawks Lacrosse (7–12Y) Skyhawks Mini-Hawk (4–6Y) Kids’ Carpentry (5–12Y) Engineering with LEGO® Skyhawks Multi-Sport (7–12Y) (5–12Y) COOKING CAMPS Stick School Lacrosse (7–14Y) Mad Science (6–11Y) Don’t Busy Bee Cooks (4–5Y) Triple Threat Academy Mad Science Little (4–6Y) miss the Cooking Fiesta Camp Basketball (6–12Y) Science Beginnings: for Children (5–13Y) Budding Biologists (6–12Y) VIP Volleyball (8–12Y) Let’s Get Kids Cooking Youth Tennis (7–18Y) Wiz Kids Tech (6–10Y) Electronics (6–9Y) Teen Camps & Trips FOREIGN Babysitting for Beginners SPORTS & LANGUAGE CAMPS Aquatics Camps (10–14Y) See p. 2 Español Fiesta: Learning AWARE Kids Seal Teen Creative Writing (11–13Y) Spanish (31⁄2–5Y) SCUBA (8–12Y) TeenServices: Hip Hop (12–17Y) Summer Fun Learning Town of Danville Recreation (925) 314-3400 | Register Register online www.danvillerecguide.com online:at:www.danvillerecguide.com Challenger British Teen Summer Day Trips Spanish (5–11Y) Soccer (3–12Y) (11–17Y) Life Skills Camps Gymnastics: Teen Adventure Trips (12–17Y) Registration is limited to online and mail-in only. Online registration is recommended. Etiquette and Poise (6–12Y) Tiny Tumblers (3–5Y) Registrations may be sent early and will be entered on the appropriate date with no priority given. ACADEMIC CAMPS

Incorporated Danville residents

PERFORMING ARTS & Dance CAMPS

Recreation Program Expo

traditional day camps

Let us help you plan your summer at the 3rd Annual Recreation Program Expo! Saturday, February 4, 11:00

What is a “Traditional Day Camp”? Traditional day camps include full- and half-day day camps with activities planned around a central theme by trained Town staff. Each camper belongs to a group of 6–8 which rotates through activities throughout the day, such as arts, crafts, outdoor games, playground time, sports, free play, etc. Some camps include an off-site, Town staffsupervised field trip. All registered participants will receive an informational email about one week prior to the first day of camp. Complete the Health Information and Emergency Form and bring to the first day of camp (one form per child per summer). If you selected the $50 Camp Deposit Option, your outstanding fee balance will automatically be billed to your credit card 14 days prior to the first day of camp. Standard withdrawal and refund policy applies.

Camp Deposit Option The Town of Danville is pleased to offer a Camp Deposit option for Traditional Camp registration only. For a $50 deposit fee per child per barcode, you can reserve the weeks of camp you need (anywhere from 1–8 weeks). Balance will automatically be billed to your credit card 14 days prior to the first day of each camp week. Standard withdrawal & refund policy applies. Available for credit card payments only.

am –2:00 pm

half day traditional camps Little Peanuts Storybook Camp Age 3–4Y Town Staff Introduce your little one to the magic and color of storybooks. Each day is structured especially for preschoolers, led by well-trained staff, and filled with crafts, games, songs, and outdoor play based on the book of the week. Parents are invited for a Storybook Picnic on Friday, 11:15 am–12:00 pm. Campers must be fully potty-trained (no pull-ups) and must be 3 years old by the first day of camp. Wear layered play clothes and closed-toe shoes, and bring a snack and water each day. Completed Emergency Form required on first day of camp. Staff to camper ratio is 1:6. Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Magee House Fees: $94.00(R) • $113.00(N) Weeks 1, 3–8

$75.00(R) • $90.00(N) Week 2 (no camp 7/4)

Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–12:00 pm Camp check-in & free play: 8:45 am–9:00 am Wk Theme

1 The Very Hungry Caterpillar 2 Interrupting Chicken 3 Curious George 4 Dr. Seuss on the Loose 5 Brown Bear, Brown Bear 6 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 7 Where the Wild Things Are 8 Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

Barcode Dates 24969 Jun 25–29

Little Acorn Day Camp: Around the world in 40 days! Age 4–6Y Town Staff A taste of summer camp for ages 4–6 years. Led by experienced and well-trained staff, campers will enjoy the perfect balance of exciting games, crafts, songs, and outdoor play, while meeting new friends. Activities are based on the theme of the week. On Friday, families are invited from 11:00 am–11:45 am to enjoy a snack and special guest performance from the country of the week! Wear layered play clothes and closed-toe shoes, and bring a snack and water each day. Completed Emergency Form required on first day of camp. Staff to camper ratio is 1:6. Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center, Classroom Fees: $94.00(R) • $113.00(N) Weeks 1, 3–8 $75.00(R) • $90.00(N) Week 2 (no camp 7/4) Monday–Friday, 8:45 am–11:45 am • Camp check-in & free play: 8:30 am–8:45 am Wk Theme

1 Egypt 2 U.S.A. 3 Japan 4 Australia

Barcode 24961 24962 24963 24964

Dates

Wk Theme

Jun 25–29 Jul 2–6 Jul 9–13 Jul 16–20

5 France 6 Brazil 7 Antarctica 8 Mexico

Osage Adventure Day Camps Age 5–11Y Town Staff Choose your adventure with Osage Adventure Camps! Get creative with arts & crafts, active with crazy games, and wet & wild on Wednesday water play days. Campers are divided into age-appropriate groups for daily fun based on the theme of the week, but will join together for select activities, like Friday BBQs at the park. Wear layered play clothes and closed-toe shoes, and bring a snack, lunch and water each day. Completed Emergency Form required on first day of camp. Staff to camper ratio is 1:8 for Osage; 1:6 for Osage Junior.

24970 24971 24972

Jul 2–6 Jul 9–13 Jul 16–20

24973

Jul 23–27

24974

Jul 30–Aug 3

24975

Aug 6–10

Location: Charlotte Wood Middle School, Teen Center Fees: $105.00(R) • $126.00(N) Weeks 1, 3–8

Aug 13–17

24976

$89.00(R) • $107.00(N) Week 2 (no camp 7/4)

Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–1:00 pm Camp check-in & free play: 8:45 am–9:00 am

Barcode 24965 24966 24967 24968

Dates

Jul 23–27 Jul 30–Aug 3 Aug 6–10 Aug 13–17

Osage Jr. Osage (5–7Y) (7–11Y) Wk Theme Barcode Dates Barcode

1 Yo Ho, 24985 A Pirate’s Life for Me 2 Olympic 24986 Games 3 Superhero 24987 Spectacular 4 Journey to 24988 the Wild West 5 Going on 24989 Safari 6 A Day in 24990 the Knight 7 Dinosaur 24991 Days 8 Take a Shuttle 24992 to Space

Jun 25–29

24977

Jul 2–6

24978

Jul 9–13

24979

Jul 16–20

24980

Jul 23–27

24981

Jul 30–Aug 3 24982 Aug 6–10

24983

Aug 13–17 24984

Traditional Day Camps:

Half Day Camps Little Peanuts Camp (3–4Y) Little Acorn Camp (4–6Y) Osage Adventure Camp Junior (5–7Y) Osage Adventure Camp (7–11Y)

Don’t miss the Expo!

Meet Danville’s summer day camp and aquatics staff, plus a variety of specialty class instructors. Receive 10% off fees for programs listed in the Spring Activity Guide and Summer Camps Brochure by Full Day Camps* signing up at Danville Day Camp Junior (5–7Y) the Expo! Danville Day Camp (7–11Y) Play ‘n’ Sports Day Camp (7–11Y) DesTEENation Camp (11–14Y) *Full Day Camps extended camp options: AM & PM Extended Care, Day Camp Group Swim Lessons

full day camps at los cerros The Town of Danville is pleased to offer a selection of camps for youth ages 5–14 in one convenient location. No need to drive all over town! Campers are divided into age-appropriate groups for daily fun based on the themes of the week, but will join together for select activities, like the Friday All-Camps Talent Show and BBQs at Oak Hill Park.

Danville Day Camps: Summer “To Do” List Age 5–11Y Town Staff What’s on your Summer “To Do” List this year? Start checking off the places you want to go with Danville Day Camp and Danville Day Camp Junior! Trained and experienced staff will lead campers through daily adventures of songs, crafts, games, and outdoor activities. Tuesdays are for Water Play, and Fridays feature the All-Camps Talent Show and BBQ. Wear layered play clothes and closed-toe shoes, and bring a snack, sack lunch, and water each day. Completed Emergency Form required on first day of camp. Location: Los Cerros Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $179.00(R) • $215.00(N) Weeks 1, 3–8 $144.00(R) • $173.00(N) Week 2 (no 7/4) Monday–Friday, 9:30 am–3:00 pm Camp check-in and free play: 9:00 am–9:30 am Danville Day Camp Junior: Age 5–7 years Each Wednesday campers will enjoy an age-appropriate, offsite field trip, which will be chaperoned by Town Staff only. Note: This camp does not have a swim day at the pool. Staff to camper ratio is 1:6 at camp and on field trips.

Danville Day Camp: Age 7–11 years Each Thursday campers will enjoy an age-appropriate, off-site field trip, which will be chaperoned by Town Staff only. Fridays include swimming at Monte Vista Community Pool. Staff to camper ratio is 1:8 at camp and 1:6 on field trips.

Wk Theme (field trip)

Barcode Dates

1 Camping Out 24932 (Redwood Forest Rendezvous) 2 Let the Olympic Games 24933 Begin! (Ardenwood) 3 At the Zoo (Oakland Zoo) 24934 4 Circus Hoopla 24935 (Encore Gymnastics) 5 Hit the Beach (Bay Discovery) 24936 6 Travel the World (Chabot 24937 Space & Science Center) 7 Out to the Ballgame (Movie) 24938 8 Arcade Zone (Partipalooza) 24939

Jun 25–29 Jul 2–6 Jul 9–13 Jul 16–20 Jul 23–27 Jul 30–Aug 3 Aug 6–10 Aug 13–17

Town of Danville Recreation Services: (925) 314-3400

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Barcode Dates

Camping Out (Rockin’ Jump) 24924 Let the Olympic Games Begin! 24925 (Great America) At the Zoo (Discovery Kingdom) 24926 Circus Hoopla (Trapeze Arts) 24927 Hit the Beach (Waterworld) 24928 Travel the World 24929 (Adventure Cat Sailing) At the Ballgame 24930 (Oakland A’s Game) Arcade Zone (Boomers) 24931

Jun 25–29 Jul 2–6 Jul 9–13 Jul 16–20 Jul 23–27 Jul 30–Aug 3 Aug 6–10 Aug 13–17

Let us help you plan your summer at the 3rd Annual Recreation Program Expo! Saturday, February 4, 11:00

am –2:00 pm

full day camps at los cerros (continued) Play ‘n’ Sports Day Camp Age 7–11Y

Town Staff

Looking forward to camp this summer but prefer active games, sports and field trips? Then Play ‘n’ Sports Day Camp is for you! Enthusiastic and well-trained staff will lead a variety of recreational games to help you learn three different sports a week, in addition to singing your favorite camp songs and playing the camp games you love. Tuesdays are for Water Play, Thursdays are for field trips, and Fridays feature the All-Camps Talent Show and BBQ, plus swimming at Monte Vista Community Pool. Wear layered play clothes and closed-toe shoes, and bring a snack, sack lunch, and water each day. Completed Emergency Form required on first day of camp. Staff to camper ratio is 1:8 at camp and 1:6 on field trips. Location: Los Cerros Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $179.00(R) • $215.00(N) Weeks 1, 3–8 $144.00(R) • $173.00(N) Week 2 (no 7/4) Monday–Friday, 9:30 am–3:00 pm Camp check-in and free play: 9:00 am–9:30 am Wk Theme (field trip)

Barcode Dates 24993 Jun 25–29

1 Dodgeball, Golf, & Frisbee (Rockin’ Jump) 2 Olympic Sports (Great America) 24994 Jul 2–6 3 Football, Handball, and Quidditch 24995 Jul 9–13 (Discovery Kingdom) 4 Soccer, Kickball, & Bocce Ball 24996 Jul 16–20 (Trapeze Arts) 5 Basketball, Hiking, & Horseshoes 24997 Jul 23–27 (Waterworld) 6 Hockey, Fishing, and Croquet 24998 Jul 30–Aug 3 (Adventure Cat) 7 Baseball, Tennis, and Volleyball 24999 Aug 6–10 (Oakland A’s) 8 Best of Play n Sports! (Boomers) 25000 Aug 13–17

DesTEENation Camp Age 11–14Y Town Staff Welcome to DesTEENation Camp! Monday features team building games, creative activities, free time in the Teen Center, and afternoon water games. Tuesday–Thursday will be filled with great trips, with a Wednesday extended trip to 5:00 pm. Every Friday features a Talent Show and BBQ with all Los Cerros camps, plus free swim at the Monte Vista Community Pool. Bring a snack, lunch and water, Monday–Thursday, unless otherwise specified for field trip. Trips are subject to change. Completed Health Information and Emergency Form required on first day of camp. Staff to camper ratio is 1:10 at camp and 1:8 on field trips. Extended Camp program available beginning at 7:30 am and extending to 6:00 pm for an additional fee.

Location: Los Cerros Middle School, Teen Center (drop-off/pick-up) Fees: $245.00(R) • $294.00(N) Weeks 1, 3–8 $205.00(R) • $246.00(N) Week 2 (no 7/4) Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–3:30 pm* *Wednesday camp days end at 5:00 pm due to trips. Wk Dates

Barcode Tuesday

1 Jun 25–29 25423 Indoor Rock Climbing 2 Jul 2–6 25424 Boomers 3 Jul 9–13 25425 Golden Gate Bridge Biking/Ferry Ride 4 Jul 16–20 25426 Sky High Sports (Trampoline Area) 5 Jul 23–27 25427 Trapeze Arts Circus School 6 Jul 30–Aug 3 25428 Sky High Sports (Trampoline Area) 7 Aug 6–10 25429 Sea Kayaking in the Bay 8 Aug 13–17 25430 Paintball *Campers may participate in an optional overnight camping trip.

Wednesday

Thursday

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk No camp 7/4 Great America

Waterworld

Discovery Kingdom

Sailing on the Bay

Indoor Skydiving Great America

Canoeing Paintball

Indoor Sky Diving Waterworld

Oakland A’s Game Lake Del Valle* Pier 39 & Aquarium Boomers of the Bay

extended camp options—los cerros day camps Day Camp Extended Care Age 5–11Y

Town Staff

NEW LOWER FEES! If you need a few more hours before or after camp, this program will provide a safe, nurturing place for your children. Campers will enjoy regular camp activities, such as arts & crafts, board games, and outdoor activities, but at a more leisurely pace. Select am care, pm care, or both. pm care includes an afternoon snack. Location: care: Los Cerros Middle School Gym pm care: Los Cerros Teen Center (behind the gym) am

Day Camp Group Swim Lessons Age 5–11Y Town Staff Exclusively for kids registered in Danville Day Junior, Danville Day, and Play ‘n’ Sports Day Camps at swim levels Elementary 1–4 (see Aquatics section for details). Lessons are 25 minutes long and run Monday through Thursday for 1 week at Monte Vista Community Pool. Children will be tested and placed in a class with similarlyskilled students. Max 3 students per instructor. Town staff will escort campers to the pool. Children must be able to change clothes on own. Parents pick up children at the pool, or campers registered for Extended Care will be escorted back to the Los Cerros Teen Center. Location: Monte Vista Community Pool, 3131 Stone Valley Road Fees: $27.00(R) • $32.00(N) Weeks 1, 3–8 $20.00(R) • $24.00(N) Week 2 (no 7/4) Monday–Thursday, 3:00 pm–3:25 pm (no 7/4) Wk Barcode Dates 1 25662 Jun 25–28 2 25663 Jul 2–5 (M–Tu, Th) 3 25664 Jul 9–12 4 25665 Jul 16–19 5 25666 Jul 23–26 6 25667 Jul 30–Aug 2 7 25668 Aug 6–9 8 25669 Aug 13–16

Fees (Weeks 1, 3–8): $22.00(R) • $27.00(N) am care $45.00(R) • $54.00(N) pm care Fees (Week 2, no 7/4): $18.00(R) • $22.00(N) am care $36.00(R) • $43.00(N) pm care Times: am care: 7:30 am–9:30 am pm care: 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Wk Camp Dates

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Jun 25–29 Jul 2–6 Jul 9–13 Jul 16–20 Jul 23–27 Jul 30–Aug 3 Aug 6–10 Aug 13–17

DesTEENation Extended Camp Age 11–14Y Need to come a little early or stay a little later at DesTEENation Camp? Participants can come as early as 7:30 am and stay as late as 6:00 pm with Extended Camp. Location: Los Cerros Community Gym pm: Los Cerros Teen Center (behind the gym) Fees: $45.00(R) • $54.00(N) Weeks 1, 3–8 $36.00(R) • $44.00(N) Week 2 (no 7/4) am:

Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–9:00 am, 3:30 pm–6:00 pm Wk Barcode Dates 1 26189 Jun 25–29 2 26190 Jul 2–6 3 26191 Jul 10–13 4 26192 Jul 16–20 5 26193 Jul 23–27 6 26194 Jul 30–Aug 3 7 26195 Aug 6–10 8 26196 Aug 13–17

Care pm Care 24945 24946 24947 24948 24949 24950 24951 24952 24953 24954 24955 24956 24957 24958 24959 24960 am

Town of Danville Recreation Services: (925) 314-3400

Let us help you plan your summer at the 3rd Annual Recreation Program Expo! Saturday, February 4, 11:00

am –2:00 pm

What are “Enrichment Camps?” Enrichment camps are classes held on specific subjects which are generally offered in a Monday through Friday format. These “camps” may be anywhere from 1 to 6 hours per day, depending on the subject and camper age range.

academic camps Creative Writing Camps Age 6–10Y Lekha School of Creative Writing Staff All instructors are published authors with experience teaching. Location: Diablo Vista Middle School, Teen Center Fees: $200.00(R) • $240.00(N) Fundamentals of Creative Writing (6–10 years) Campers will learn the time-tested methods to overcome writer’s block. As they do so, they will write short stories, poems, and short skits. Students will also be introduced to the different methods of getting past writer’s block.

art & craft camps Art Camps for Youth (4–14 years) Basic art instruction camps covering pastels, paints, watercolor, chalk, design theory, collage and more! Art About Everything Camp

Art Camp with Ms. Tess

Peace, Love and Mosaics Camp

Join us for a fun and exciting week of exploring different art techniques, materials and themes. Each day has a new topic, such as Art About Animals, Art About the Ocean, Art About Me, and more. Wear old clothes.

Art! Art! Art! Be the artist you want to be! We will draw, color, paint, cut, paste and design. Bring a snack and wear old clothes.

Create your own 4x6 picture frame, heart or peace sign shaped plaque to hang on the wall using a large variety of beautiful and colorful mirror, glitter and alphabet tiles. Wear washable art clothes and closed-toe shoes. Expect to complete one item during camp. Materials fee due to instructor: $24.

Age 4–6Y

Debbie Wardrope

Location: Danville Community Center, Art Room Fees: $195.00(R) • $234.00(N) Barcode: 25362

Jun 25–29 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25369

Jun 25–29 M–F

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Age 4–6Y

Tess Reyes

Location: Danville Community Center, Art Room Fees: $235.00(R) • $282.00(N) Barcode: 25363

Jun 18–22 M–F Barcode: 25484

Jul 16–20 M–F Barcode: 25382

Aug 6–10 M–F

1:30 pm–4:30 pm 1:30 pm–4:30 pm

Age 8–14Y

Jean Cernigoj

Location: Danville Community Center, Art Room Fees: $70.00(R) • $84.00(N) Barcode: 25365

1:30 pm–4:30 pm

Jul 9–13 M–F 10:00 am–11:30 am

6–8 years Barcode: 25570 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm

8–10 years Barcode: 25571 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm

Writing Conventions (6–8 years) The art of correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar will be taught through interactive lessons. Composition will be introduced through paragraph structure. Students will be taught to use these conventions to enhance the readability of their writing. Barcode: 25572 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Narrative Essay Writing (8–10 years) Students will learn to write the narrative essay, which focuses on developing an ability to write in the first person and to follow a linear narrative structure. Students will learn how to plan and outline their essays properly before writing, as well as how to revise their essays. Barcode: 25573 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Buddy ’n Me Critters ’n Clay Camp— Parent Participation Age 31⁄2–6Y Hilary Ford Each day, you and your child will learn about a new animal, sculpt it out of clay together with step-by-step instructions, and hear a story about our “critter du jour.” Basic sculpting and glazing techniques will be taught to assist in the creation of four critters, which are sure to become future family heirlooms. A new group of animals will be studied each session. $20 lab fee due to instructor at first class. Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center, Room C Fees: $85.00(R) • $102.00(N) Barcode: 26000 Jul 9–12, 20 M–Th, F 9:30 am–10:30 am Barcode: 26001 Aug 6–9, 13 M–Th, M 9:30 am–10:30 am

Kids’ Carpentry Camps Age 5–12Y

John Baker

Kids’ Carpentry is a class where children learn the safe use of hand tools and work together on boats, trucks, bird feeders, doll furniture and many other fun projects! Kindergartners must be 5 years old prior to the first class. We use non-washable paints. Wear closed-toe shoes. $38 materials fee due to instructor at first class. Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Magee House Fees: $70.00(R) • $84.00(N) Ages 5–7 Barcode: 25945 Jun 18–21

M–Th 10:30 am–12:00 pm M–Th 10:30 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25951 Jul 2–6 M/Tu, Th/F 10:30 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25954 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th 10:30 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25957 Aug 20–23 M–Th 10:30 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25948 Jun 25–28

Story Writing (6–10 years) The five elements of story writing will be the focus during this week. Campers will take home a portfolio of short stories in various genres.

Teen Creative Writing Camps (11–13Y) page 14

6–8 years Barcode: 25574 Aug 6–10

M–F

9:00 pm–12:00 pm

M–F

:00 am–12:00 pm

8–10 years Barcode: 25575 Aug 6–10

Reading Comprehension (6–8 years) Students will be taught different reading strategies to enhance comprehension of a given text. They will use these tools to interpret, summarize, analyze text, and text structure. They will also learn how to monitor their comprehension levels and how to fix any problems in their comprehension. Barcode: 25576 Aug 6–10 M–F 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Persuasive Essay Writing (8–10 years) Students will learn to write the persuasive essay, which focuses on developing a student’s ability to support a stated opinion. Students will learn how to plan and outline their essays properly before writing, as well as how to revise their essays. Barcode: 25577 Aug 6–10 M–F 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Busy Bee & Cooking with kids American Dinner Camp

Age 4–10Y

Lynda Rexroat

Busy Bee cooks will learn healthy eating as a lifestyle, kitchen safety and its appliances and the importance of proper clean up. Cooking can be a lot of FUN when you know your way around the kitchen. Note any allergies when registering. Menu: Whole roasted garlic chicken or roasted tofu, Caesar salad, roasted mixed potatoes, onion bread, perfect apple pie. Non-refundable $15 materials fee due to instructor at first class.

Ages 8–12

Critters ‘n Clay Camp Age 41⁄2–9Y

Hilary Ford

Barcode: 25946 Jun 18–21

Learn interesting facts about a different animal each day, sculpt it out of clay, and wrap things up with a story about the “critter du jour.” Basic sculpting and glazing techniques will be taught to assist students with four creations, which are sure to become family heirlooms. New animals will be studied each session so the class is fresh and exciting for continuing students. $20 lab fee due to instructor at first class.

Barcode: 25947 Jun 18–21

Location: Oak Hill Park Community Center, Room C Fees: $85.00(R) • $102.00(N) Barcode: 26002 Jul 9–12, 20 M–Th, F 11:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 26003 Aug 6–9, 13 M–Th, M 11:00 am–12:00 pm

Kids@Play Camps Age 5–10Y

Michelle Quinlan

Fairytime Come for a magical week of stories, activities, art and crafts and finally a fairy party. Children will make a fairy skirt to wear at our fairy party on Friday. $12 material fee is due to instructor at first day of camp. Snack will be provided. Location: Danville Community Center, Lounge Fees: $90.00(R) $108.00(N) Barcode: 26164 Jun 18–22 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am

Location: Danville Community Center, Kitchen Fees: $145.00(R) • $174.00(N)

M–F

Town of Danville Recreation Services: (925) 314-3400

Location: Danville Community Center, Lounge Fees: $90.00(R) $108.00(N) Barcode: 26175 Jun 25–29 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am

cooking camps

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Come join our “fiesta” cooking Mexican foods such as enchiladas, tacos, etc. Children will learn the history of each dish; will receive recipes of each dish, and learn how to cook these delicious typical Mexican dishes. Que delicioso! Wear aprons to each class. Nonrefundable $35 materials fee due to instructor at first day of class.

Cooking with Kids (6–10 years) Barcode: 25964 Jul 16–20

Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle: Plastic Bottle Art Have you ever wondered what you can do with a plastic water bottle? You can create a crab, an angry bee or beautiful flowers. An art show of all the children’s creations will be on display on Friday. $12 material fee is due to instructor at first day of camp. Snack will be provided.

Cooking Fiesta Camp for Children Age 5–13Y

(9–13Y) page 14

M–F

12:30 pm–2:00 pm 2:00 pm–3:30 pm 12:30 pm–2:00 pm 2:00 pm–3:30 pm 12:30 pm–2:00 pm 2:00 pm–3:30 pm 12:30 pm–2:00 pm 2:00 pm–3:30 pm 12:30 pm–2:00 pm 2:00 pm–3:30 pm

Smitten Cookin g Camp

Busy Bee Cooks (4–5 years) Barcode: 25963 Jul 16–20

M–Th M–Th Barcode: 25949 Jun 25–28 M–Th Barcode: 25950 Jun 25–28 M–Th Barcode: 25952 Jul 2–6 M/Tu, Th/F Barcode: 25953 Jul 2–6 M/Tu, Th/F Barcode: 25955 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th Barcode: 25956 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th Barcode: 25958 Aug 20–23 M–Th Barcode: 25959 Aug 20–23 M–Th

3:00 pm–4:00 pm

Location: Danville Community Center, Kitchen Fees: $254.00(R) • $304.00(N) Barcode: 25483 Jul 9–13 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25482 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Let us help you plan your summer at the 3rd Annual Recreation Program Expo! Saturday, February 4, 11:00

foreign language camps Español Fiesta—Learning Spanish Camp Age 3–5Y A+ Spanish Academy Staff Art projects, dance movement, songs (singing and playing instruments), interactive story-telling, free play and more. Students will have a fun-filled experience learning Spanish. Students must be potty-trained. Non-refundable $12 materials fee due to instructor at first class. Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Cottage classroom 1 Fees: $215.00(R) • $258.00(N) Barcode: 25476 Jul 16–20 M–F 9:00 am–11:50 am Barcode: 25477 Aug 6–10 M–F 9:00 am–11:50 am

Summer Fun Learning Spanish Age 5–11Y A+ Spanish Academy Staff Children will learn Spanish through conversation, cooking, art, theater and more! We will cook Mexican dishes such as enchiladas, churros, and do a variety of art projects such as painting ceramics, jewelry, and more. We will learn, make props, and act-out Spanish plays. $35 non-refundable materials fee due to instructor at first class. Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Cottage Classroom 2 Fees: $254.00(R) • $305.00(N) Barcode: 25478 Jul 16–20 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25481 Aug 6–10 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

am –2:00 pm

Fairytale Princess Camp Age 31⁄2–6Y Studio 8 Staff

KAOS—Kids Acting On Stage Drama Camp Age 7–14Y

Come dressed up like your favorite princess! Children will learn elements of creative dance and ballet, make princess crafts and have a Princess tea party. Friends and family are invited to the last day of class to attend the Princess Ball. Wear comfortable clothing, bare feet or ballet shoes, hair pulled away from face. Bring a snack and an old shirt for craft time each day. $25 lab fee due to instructor at first day of camp.

In this two-week drama camp program, campers audition, are cast, rehearse and then perform a play. They also shoot a “mini-movie.” Instructors are experienced actors and summer camp workers, assuring a rich, rewarding and FUN experience. Campers learn the process of staging a show as well as a few “on-camera” skills. The camp includes a single performance where the play and “mini-movie” are showcased. Bring a snack, lunch and water bottle every day.

Location: Studio 8, 3240 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100, Danville, (925) 867-1556, www.studio8pac.com Fees: $160.00(R) • $192.00(N) Barcode: 25489 Jun 18–22 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am Barcode: 25490 Jun 25–29 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am Barcode: 25491 Jul 16–20 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am Barcode: 25492 Jul 23–27 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am Barcode: 25493 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am Barcode: 25494 Aug 6–10 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am Barcode: 25495 Aug 13–17 M–F 9:00 am–11:00 am

Monday–Friday, 9:30 am–3:30 pm

Hip Hop Camp Age 7–12Y

Jeff Seaberg

Location: Week 1: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Swain House; Week 2: Village Theatre Fees: $500.00(R) • $600.00(N)

Studio 8 Staff

A week-long camp learning funky moves to the latest Hip Hop music. This is a high-energy class that will keep students moving. Students will learn a choreographed dance routine that they will perform for friends and family on the last day of camp. Wear comfortable clothing, tennis shoes, hair pulled away from face. Bring a snack each day. Location: Studio 8, 3240 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100, Danville, (925) 867-1556, www.studio8pac.com Fees: $160.00(R) • $192.00(N) Barcode: 25505 Jun 25–29 M–F 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Barcode: 25506 Jul 23–27 M–F 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Barcode: 25531 Aug 6–10 M–F 2:00 pm–4:00 pm

Barcode: 25416 Jun 18–29 (6/28 performance) Barcode: 25417 Jul 16–27 (7/26 performance) Barcode: 25418 Jul 30–Aug 10 (8/9 performance)

Musical Performance Camp Age 6–11Y Studio 8 Staff Sing and dance to the music from the hit show Glee. Learn musical theatre dance steps and jazz-based dance technique, how to carry yourself on stage and the fundamentals of stage performance. Stage lessons include: lip syncing tips, how to move on stage with a microphone and how to entertain an audience. On the last day of class students will perform a Glee club performance for friends and family. Wear comfortable clothing, bare feet or ballet shoes, hair pulled away from face. Bring a snack each day. $25 lab fee due to instructor at first day of camp. Location: Studio 8, 3240 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100, Danville, (925) 867-1556, www.studio8pac.com Fees: $160.00(R) • $192.00(N) Barcode: 25485 Jun 18–22 M–F 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Barcode: 25486 Jul 16–20 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25487 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25488 Aug 13–17 M–F 2:00 pm–4:00 pm

life skills camps Etiquette and Poise Basics Camp Age 6–12Y Shashi Dosaj

Hip Hop for Boys Camp Age 5–12Y

Studio 8 Staff

A Hip Hop camp for boys only. Boys will learn a fun and funky dance routine to fun Hip Hop music to perform for friends and family the last day of camp, with elements of break dancing, pop-n-lock, and Hip Hop style moves. Bring a snack and water each day.

Using role-play and other techniques, your child will learn etiquette at home and public places, party etiquette, positive self-presentation, effective communication, telephone etiquette, dining etiquette, table manners, and more. The class will include setting the table, the uses of silverware, glasses and proper use of fork and knife. Certificate of Completion will be awarded to the children at the final class.

Location: Studio 8, 3240 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100, Danville, (925) 867-1556, www.studio8pac.com Fees: $160.00(R) • $192.00(N)

Location: Danville Community Center, Lounge Fees : $200.00(R) • $240.00(N) Barcode: 26131 Jun 18–21 M–Th 9:30 am–11:30 am

Barcode: 25556 Jun 25–29

Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $200.00(R) • $240.00(N) Barcode: 26132 Jul 16–19 M–Th 9:30 am–11:30 am

performing arts camps Be A Pop Star Camp Age 8–12Y

Studio 8 Staff

Bring your dreams of being a pop star to life! Learn various routines, design outfits, and do your hair and makeup like pop stars and perform in a final performance for friends and family at the end of the week. Wear comfortable clothing, bare feet or ballet shoes, hair pulled away from face. Bring a snack and an old shirt each day. $25 lab fee due to instructor at first day of camp. Location: Studio 8, 3240 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100, Danville, (925) 867-1556, www.studio8pac.com Fees: $160.00(R) • $192.00(N) Barcode: 25501 Jun 18–22 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25502 Jun 25–29 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25503 Jul 23–27 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25504 Aug 13–17 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

Ages 5–8 Barcode: 25555 Jun 18–22

M–F M–F M–F

2:00 pm–4:00 pm 2:00 pm–4:00 pm 2:00 pm–4:00 pm

M–F M–F M–F

4:00 pm–6:00 pm 4:00 pm–6:00 pm 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

Barcode: 25561 Aug 13–17 M–F

4:00 pm–6:00 pm

Barcode: 25557 Jul 16–20

Ages 9–12 Barcode: 25558 Jun 18–22 Barcode: 25559 Jun 25–29 Barcode: 25560 Jul 16–20

Tippy Toes Ballerina Camp Age 31⁄2–6Y

Studio 8 Staff

This camp includes a creative approach to teaching ballet and includes Angelina Ballerina story time and crafts each day, such as making a magical wand and building your own tutu. Friends and family are invited to a ballet recital on the last day of camp. Wear comfortable clothing, bare feet or ballet shoes, hair pulled away from face. Bring a lunch and an old shirt to protect clothing during craft time each day to camp. $25 lab fee due to instructor at first day of camp. Location: Studio 8, 3240 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100, Danville, (925) 867-1556, www.studio8pac.com Fees: $160.00(R) • $192.00(N) Barcode: 25496 Jun 18–22 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25497 Jun 25–29 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25498 Jul 16–20 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25499 Jul 23–27 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25500 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm

Ages 7–11

Junior Hip Hop Camp Age 4–7Y Studio 8 Staff

Teen Hip Hop Camp

Young dancers will learn a Hip Hop dance page 14 routine to appropriate Hip Hop music that they will perform for friends and family on the last day of camp. Wear comfortable clothing, tennis shoes, hair pulled away from face. Bring a lunch and an old shirt to protect clothing during craft time each day to camp. $25 lab fee due to instructor at first day of camp. Location: Studio 8, 3240 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100, Danville, (925) 867-1556, www.studio8pac.com Fees: $160.00(R) • $192.00(N) Barcode: 25532 Jun 18–22 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25533 Jun 25–29 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25550 Jul 16–20 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25551 Jul 23–27 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25552 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25929 Aug 6–10 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Barcode: 25554 Aug 13–17 M–F 12:00 pm–2:00 pm

Town of Danville Recreation Services: (925) 314-3400

science & technology camps Black Dragon Chess Summer Camp Age 6–12Y J.B. McCann Blitz tournaments, prizes, puzzles and other surprises await our budding chess masters of all abilities! Beginning students will learn how the pieces move, the rules of play and basic strategies. Advanced students will focus on modern opening theories and advanced tactics. Students should bring snack. Location: Danville Community Center, Lounge Fees: 149.00(R) • $179.00(N) Barcode: 25967 Jul 16–20 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25968 Aug 13–17 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm Science & Technology camps continue on page 10.

Let us help you plan your summer at the 3rd Annual Recreation Program Expo! Saturday, February 4, 11:00

Engineering with LEGO® Camps Age 5–12Y Play-Well TEKnologies Staff Pre-Engineering with LEGO® (5–6 years) Have your child become a Play-Well Engineer! Build cities, bridges, motorized cars and planes. With access to over 100,000 pieces of LEGO®, students build what they have only dreamed of with the support of an experience Play-Well Engineering instructor. No camp 7/4. Location: Library, Mt. Diablo Room Fees : $216.00(R) • $260.00(N) Barcode: 26074 Jun 18–22 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $180.00(R) • $216.00(N) Barcode: 26077 Jul 2–6 M–Tu, Th–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Engineering Fundamentals (8–12 years) Have your child become a Play-Well Engineer! Students explore concepts in physics, architecture, mechanical and structural engineering using LEGOs®, Gear Cars, and Battletracks. The engineer-designed curriculum challenges new and returning students to reach higher levels of engineering comprehension while having fun. Location: Library, Mt. Diablo Room Fees: $216.00(R) • $260.00(N) Barcode: 26075 Jun 18–22 M–F

Junk Yard Challenge (7–12 years) Because engineering is always a team effort, this camp teaches students how to work collaboratively to design and build the fastest, strongest, most maneuverable machines and coolest structures possible to solve real world engineering challenges. Recommended for experienced builders. No camp 7/4. Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $180.00(R) • $216.00(N) Barcode: 26076 Jul 2–6 M/Tu, Th/F 1:00 pm–4:00 pm Jedi Engineering (7–12 years) Build X-Wings, droids, and palaces inspired by designs made a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. Create motorized sand crawlers, drone assembly lines, and Battlecruisers. A new offering of imaginative and original designs. Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $216.00(R) • $260.00(N) Barcode: 26079 Jul 23–27 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 26078 Jul 23–27 M–F 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Mad Science Camps Age 6–11Y Mad Science of Mt. Diablo Staff Secret Agent Camp (6–11 years) Examine the science behind the spy tools made famous by the world’s greatest spies! Reconstruct activities using scientific methods and use the science of cryptology to send and decode secret messages. See what can’t be seen by the naked eye, and follow in Sherlock’s steps to learn what tracks can tell us! Join the Mad Science Bureau of Investigations to help foil a burglary using state-of-the art security techniques! Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $209.00(R) • $251.00(N) Barcode: 25566 Jun 18–21 M–Th 9:00 am–12:00 pm

am –2:00 pm

Flight Academy (7–11 years) Learn characteristics of the planets and discover the wonders of the Milky Way. See how air and wind affect kites, hot air balloons and parachutes. Discover the fundamentals of rocketry, the stages of rocket flight and experiment with huge water rocket launches. We each build our own launchable rockets to take home. Take-homes include the new Mad Science Skyblazer rocket, a rubber band-powered airplane, a kite, a boomerang, a mini flying disc, and more! Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Magee House Fees: $209.00(R) • $251.00(N) Barcode: 25564

Jul 16–20

M–F

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

sports & aquatics camps AWARE Kids Seal Camps Age 8–12Y

Dive N Trips Staff

Location: Monte Vista Community Pool, 3131 Stone Valley Road Fees: $100.00(R) • $120.00(N) Seal Team SCUBA Camp (8–12 years) In this five-day, in-water camp, participants will be introduced to basic snorkeling skills and complete a series of Aqua Missions to learn SCUBA diving basics. Each camp member will receive a Seal Team Crew Pack, which includes their book, DVD, emblem, and decal. $80 lab fee payable to instructor at first class. Barcode: 26107 Jul 23–27 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm Master Seal Team SCUBA Camp (8–12 years) Continue with your SCUBA diving and complete five more Aqua Missions! Prerequisite: certified PADI Seal Team Member. $80 lab fee payable to instructor at first class. Barcode: 26108 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 10:00 am–12:00 pm

Challenger British Soccer Camps Age 3–12Y Challenger British Soccer Staff Challenger British Soccer Camps help children improve individual soccer skills and understand technical aspects of soccer along with the importance of nutrition. Participants need to bring shinguards, suitable footwear, water, and sunscreen each day. Each participant gets a ball and a t-shirt! Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Soccer 1 First Kicks: Age 3–4

Fees: $118.00(R) • $142.00(N) Barcode: 26109 Jul 23–27 M–F

9:00 am–10:00 am

Mini Soccer: Age 4–6

Fees: $161.00(R) • $193.00(N) Barcode: 26110 Jul 23–27 M–F

10:00 am–12:00 pm

Half Day Camp: Age 6–12

Fees: $195.00(R) • $234.00(N) Barcode: 26111 Jul 23–27 M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm

World Scientists (6–11 years) Spend time in the lab learning the tools and techniques that scientists use while conducting some great hands-on projects: solar experiments, explore predator and prey relationships and investigate food webs. Take a trip into the ocean to learn what an odontocete is. Discover systems in nature, even make your own paper! Learn animal adaptations and create an insect habitat, and discover what the owl had on his dinner plate during the famous owl pellet dissection. Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Magee House Fees: $209.00(R) • $251.00(N) Barcode: 25562 Jul 9–13 M–F 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

NASA: Journey Into Outer Space (7–11 years) Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Learn about the four forces of flight and the challenges of space travel. Camp includes a take-home every day. Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Magee House Fees: $209.00(R) • $251.00(N) Barcode: 25565

Aug 6–10

M–F

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Gymnastics: Tiny Tumblers Camp Age 3–5Y California Gymnastic Services Staff These classes are designed to enhance your child’s motor development and confidence. Emphasis is placed on learning beginning gymnastics skills in a fun and social environment. Location: Diablo Vista Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $195.00(R) • $234.00(N) Barcode: 26239 Jun 25–29 M–F 9:30 am–12:30 pm Barcode: 26240 Jul 16–20 M–F 9:30 am–12:30 pm

Gymnastics and More Summer Camp Age 5–8Y California Gymnastic Services Staff Mad Science Little Camps Age 4–6Y Mad Science of Mt. Diablo Staff

Science Beginnings: Budding Biologists Camp Age 6–12Y Science Beginnings Staff

Into the Garden (4–6 years) Learn about how a garden grows, from the first seedling, to the important roles of sun and rain, to the amazing plants and flowers that sprout and bloom. Get acquainted with the many insect inhabitants of their gardens, and how those insects help make their gardens so beautiful. Campers will add daily to a mural reflecting what they’ve discovered.

If you are curious about life science, this is the camp for you! Take home meal worms, crickets, earthworms, and lady bugs, and a detailed worksheet of the animals you studied. $10 materials fee due to instructor at first day of camp.

Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $209.00(R) • $251.00(N) Barcode: 25568 Jun 25–29 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Chemistry Lab (4–6 years) Explore and create exciting chemical reactions, make colorful concoctions and bubbling brews. Amaze yourself with magical temperature-changing baggie science or growing ghost crystals. Study the chemistry involved in not-so-simple things like chalk and soap, and even experiment with the chemistry used by artists, spies, and detectives! Chemists bring home a project each day. Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $209.00(R) • $251.00(N) Barcode: 25567 Jul 23–27 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Location: Danville Community Center, Art Room Fees: $190.00(R) • $228.00(N) Barcode: 26045

Aug 13–17

M–F

The purpose of this camp is to teach children about basic electronic skills in a sensible way through hands-on experimentation. Students should bring healthy snacks. Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Swain House Fees: $185.00(R) • $222.00(N) Jun 25–29

M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm

Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $185.00(R) • $222.00(N) Barcode: 25984

Jul 9–13

Barcode: 25985

Aug 13–17

M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm

M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm

Town of Danville Recreation Services: (925) 314-3400

Location: Diablo Vista Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $195.00(R) • $234.00(N) Barcode: 26281 Jun 25–29 M–F 1:30 pm–4:30 pm Barcode: 26282 Jul 16–20 M–F 1:30 pm–4:30 pm

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

WizKids Tech Electronics Camp Age 6–9Y WizKidsTech Staff

Barcode: 26188

Children will learn beginning gymnastics and tumbling skills, working on bars, low balance beams, mini-trampolines, vaulting blocks and barrels, and incline mats. Each day your child will also participate in many other group activities, including ball games, music activities, and parachute, relay, and circuit races. During the child’s rest time, a variety of craft projects and other hands-on activities will be explored. No jeans or dresses.

Just 4 Kicks Soccer Camps Age 5–12Y

Just 4 Kicks Staff

Learn skills and the rules of the game through the use of fun, skill-based games. Sessions include warm-up, topic introduction, demonstrations, skill practice, recreational games and a soccer match. Rainout hotline: (408) 410-0626. Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Soccer 1 K–1st Grade Camp (5–7 years)

Fees: $135.00(R) • $160.00(N) Barcode: 26097 Jul 16–20 M–F

9:00 am–11:00 am

2nd–3rd Grade Camp (6–8 years)

Fees: $184.00(R) • $220.00(N) Barcode: 26098 Jul 16–20 M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm

4th–6th Grade Camp (9–12 years)

Fees: $184.00(R) • $220.00(N) Barcode: 26099 Jul 16–20 M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm

Let us help you plan your summer at the 3rd Annual Recreation Program Expo! Saturday, February 4, 11:00

Kidz Love Soccer Camps Age 41⁄2–10Y Kidz Love Soccer Staff A Kidz Love Soccer session experience provides age-appropriate activities including: skill demonstrations, fun games, and instructional scrimmages conducted in a non-competitive, recreational format. Each child will receive a soccer ball and Kidz Love Soccer jersey. Bring a full water bottle and a snack. Wear shin guards and sunscreen; soccer shoes recommended.

am –2:00 pm

Level 1 (41⁄2–6 years) Barcode: 26068 Jun 18–22

M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 26071 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th 9:00 am–12:00 pm Level 2 (7–8 years) Barcode: 26069 Jun 18–22

M–F

9:00 am–12:00 pm am–12:00 pm

Barcode: 26072 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th 9:00

Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Soccer 5 Fees: $129.00(R) • $155.00(N) Jun 18–22 $109.00(R) • $131.00(N) Jul 30–Aug 2

Level 3 (9–10 years)

Lil’ Baseball Camps Age 3–5Y The Pitching Center Staff

Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Ball Diamond 1

Each class will include lots of learning and fun as children become familiar with the rules, positions and skills of the game. All activities are developmentally-apppropriate, positive, and self-esteem building, and the main focus will be on enjoyment and participation. Coach to player ratio 1:9. $25 optional uniform purchase includes jersey and hat. Fees: $120.00(R) • $144.00(N)

Barcode: 26117 Jun 25–28

Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Ball Diamond 5

Location: Diablo Vista Park, 80' Lighted Ballfield

Bambinos: 3–4 years old

Barcode: 26113 Jun 18–21

M–Th

9:30 am–11:30 am

M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 26073 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Bambinos: 3–4 years old

M–Th Barcode: 26197 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th M–Th Barcode: 26198 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th

Barcode: 26121 Jul 16–19

M–Th

9:30 am–11:30 am

Barcode: 26122 Jul 16–19

Age 5–12Y

Designed for players of ALL skill levels. For more information, please visit www.triplethreatonline.com or call (510) 306-4667(HOOP). Registration includes an official TTA basketball and t-shirt.

9:30 am–11:30 am

M–Th

9:30 am–11:30 am

Skyhawks Staff

These programs are designed for beginner- to intermediate-level players. More info at www.skyhawks.com. Baseball (6–12 years) Skyhawks progressional baseball curriculum teaches the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting and base running all in a fun, positive environment. Participants receive a t-shirt and merit award. Coach to player ratio approx. 1:10. Bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, baseball glove, two snacks, water bottle, and sunscreen. Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Ball Diamond 5 Fees: $159.00(R) • $190.00(N) Barcode: 25309 Jun 25–29 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Soccer 1 Barcode: 26130 Aug 6–10 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

9:30 am–11:30 am 9:30 am–11:30 am

M–Th

Skyhawks Sports Camps

Location: Osage Station Park, Soccer 1 Barcode: 26129 Jul 16–20 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Triple Threat Academy Basketball Camps Age 6–12Y Triple Threat Basketball Academy Staff

Boppers: 4–5 years old Barcode: 26118 Jun 25–28

Stick School Staff

This recreational, coed non-contact lacrosse program uses recreation-style games and a reward program designed to instill knowledge and confidence. All equipment provided. For more information, please visit us online: www.stickschool.org. Fees: $245.00(R) • $294.00(N)

9:30 am–11:30 am 9:30 am–11:30 am

Boppers: 4–5 years old

Boppers: 4–5 years old Barcode: 26114 Jun 18–21

Barcode: 26070 Jun 18–22

Stick School—Lacrosse Education Camp Age 7–14Y

Triple Threat: Total Skills Camp For players of all levels looking to improve fundamentals that include: shooting, passing, defense, dribbling and overall game knowledge. Location: Los Cerros Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $199.00(R) • $239.00(N) Barcode: 26100 Jun 18–21 M–Th 9:00 am–2:00 pm Location: Diablo Vista Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $199.00(R) • $239.00(N) Barcode: 26101 Jul 9–12 M–Th 9:00 am–2:00 pm Triple Threat: Dribbling and Shooting Camp Learn how to handle the basketball and implement moves in game situations, with a heavy emphasis on shooting the ball correctly and improving shooting footwork. Location: Diablo Vista Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $199.00(R) • $239.00(N) Barcode: 26102 Aug 6–9 M–Th 9:00 am–2:00 pm

Basketball (6–12 years) An active week of passing, shooting, dribbling, and rebounding makes this one of our most popular programs. Participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Coach to player ratio approx. 1:10. Bring appropriate clothing, two snacks, water bottle, and gym shoes. Location: Diablo Vista Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $159.00(R) • $190.00(N) Barcode: 25303 Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Capture the Flag (6–12 years) Learn strategy in addition to the rules of the game in this actionpacked camp. Participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Coach to player ratio approx. 1:14. Bring appropriate clothing, two snacks, water bottle, running shoes and sunscreen. Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Soccer 4 Fees: $159.00(R) • $190.00(N) Barcode: 25304 Jul 9–13 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Cheerleading Camp (5–10 years) This entry level cheer program will ensure that each camper will learn cheers, proper hand and body movements, and jumping techniques. There is no stunting, and the week concludes with a choreographed performance. Participants receive pom-poms, t-shirt, and merit award. Camper to coach ratio approx. 1:10. Bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, two snacks, water bottle, and sunscreen. Location: Diablo Vista Park, Soccer East Fees: $159.00(R) • $190.00(N) Barcode: 25305 Jun 18–22 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Flag Football (6–12 years) Campers will learn daily skills on both sides of the ball including the core components of passing, catching, and de-flagging or defensive positioning. Participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Coach to player ratio approx. 12:1. Bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, two snacks, water bottle, and sunscreen.

Lacrosse Camp (7–12 years) Learn the fundamentals of stick handling, cradling, passing, and shooting, in a fun, non-checking environment. Participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Coach to player ratio approx. 1:12. Bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, two snacks, water bottle, sunscreen, mouthpiece, protective gloves, helmet with full mask or goggles, and lacrosse stick. Limited lacrosse kits available for rental: (800) 804-3509 or www.skyhawks.com. Location: Sycamore Valley Park, Soccer 1 Fees: $159.00(R) • $190.00(N) Barcode: 25308 Jun 18–22 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Mini-Hawk Camp: Soccer, Baseball & Basketball (4–7 years) Mini-Hawk games and activities are designed to allow campers to explore balance, movement, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace by Skyhawks staff trained to handle the specific needs of young athletes. Participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Coach to player ratio approx. 1:8. Bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, two snacks, water bottle, and sunscreen. Location: Montair Elementary School, Soccer Field Fees: $159.00(R) • $190.00(N) Barcode: 25310 Jun 18–22 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25311 Jul 16–20 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Multi-Sport: Soccer, Baseball & Basketball (7–12 years) Learn the rules and essential skills of each sport. Participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Coach to player ratio approx. 1:12. Bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, baseball glove, two snacks, water bottle, and sunscreen. Location: Montair Elementary School, Soccer Field Fees: $159.00(R) • $190.00(N) Barcode: 26128 Jul 16–20 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Location: Diablo Vista Park, Soccer East Fees: $159.00(R) • $190.00(N) Barcode: 25306 Jun 18–22 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Barcode: 25307 Jul 23–27 M–F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Town of Danville Recreation Services: (925) 314-3400

VIP Youth Volleyball Camp Age 8–12Y Establish fundamental skills through drills introducing setting, spiking, hitting, and serving. The camp is fun and educational, and players are encouraged to ask as many questions as possible. Location: Los Cerros Middle School, Community Gym Fees: $100.00(R) • $120.00(N) Barcode: 26125 Jul 9–12 M–Th 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Barcode: 26126 Jul 16–19 M–Th 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Barcode: 26127 Jul 30–Aug 2 M–Th 5:30 pm–8:30 pm

Youth Tennis Camps Age 7–18Y Milligan Tennis Staff, Kris Milligan Bring snacks, water, sunscreen and a racket. Donate an unopened can of tennis balls on the first day of camp. Rackets are for sale on the first day of camp for those who want to purchase one. Students will be grouped by age and ability. Fees: $235.00(R) • $282.00(N) Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–12:00 pm Youth Beginner/Low Intermediate: 7–18 years

Intermediate/Advanced: 9–18 years

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Location: Monte Vista High School, Tennis Courts C & D Dates

Jun 18–22 Jun 25–29 Jul 9–13 Jul 16–20 Jul 23–27 Jul 30–Aug 3 Aug 6–10 Aug 13–17 Aug 20–24

Location: Monte Vista High School, Tennis Courts A & B

Let us help you plan your summer at the 3rd Annual Recreation Program Expo! Saturday, February 4, 11:00

am –2:00 pm

Teen Creative Writing Camps Age 11–13Y Lekha School of Creative Writing Staff

Location: Danville Community Center, Lounge Fees: $200.00(R) • $240.00(N)

Can’t wait to babysit this summer? Learn the skills needed to be a trusted and responsible babysitter: child development, bedtime strategies, discipline, how to get jobs, and ways to make babysitting fun for you and the kids. Basic first aid, general safety, and what to do in an emergency will also be covered. Students should bring a lunch for the all day class, and a snack for other classes. We will play games outside; dress appropriately. Location: Diablo Vista Middle School, Teen Center Fees: $58.00(R) • $70.00(N) Barcode: 26139 Jun 18–21 M–Th 10:00 am–12:00 pm Fees: $48.00(R) • $58.00(N) Barcode: 26140 Jun 18–19 M–Tu

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Location: Oak Hill Park, OHP Classroom Fees: $48.00(R) • $58.00(N) Barcode: 26141 Jun 23 Sa 9:00 am–2:30 pm Location: Hap Magee Ranch Park, Cottage Front Room Fees: $48.00(R) • $58.00(N) Barcode: 26142 Jun 25–26 M–Tu 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Location: Danville Community Center, Lounge Fees: $200.00(R) • $240.00(N) Barcode: 26284

Barcode: 26162

Aug 6–10 M–F

The Personal Narrative Students will learn to write the personal narrative essay, which focuses on developing a student’s ability to write in the first person and to follow a linear narrative structure.

Persuasive/Expository Essay Writing Students will learn to write the persuasive essay, which focuses on developing the ability to support a stated opinion: the definition essay, the process essay, the compare and contrast essay, and the cause and effect essay.

Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F 9:30 am–12:30 pm

Babysitting for Beginners Summer Camps/Classes Age 10–14Y Suzy McCreary

Story Writing III The different genres of story writing will be the focus during this week. Campers will take home a portfolio of short stories in various genres.

Location: Danville Community Center, Lounge Fees: $200.00(R) • $240.00(N) Barcode: 26283

Jul 30–Aug 3 M–F

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Teen Hip Hop Camp Age 12–17Y

9:00 am–12:00 pm

Location: Danville Community Center, Las Trampas Room Fees: $200.00(R) • $240.00(N) Barcode: 26285

Aug 6–10 M–F

Studio 8 Staff

A week long camp learning funky moves to the latest hip hop music. This is a high-energy class that will keep students moving. The students will learn a choreographed dance routine that they will perform for friends and family on the last day of camp. Location: Studio 8, 3240 Fostoria Way, Suite A-100, Danville, (925) 867-1556, www.studio8pac.com Fees: $160.00(R) • $192.00(N) Barcode: 25437 Jun 18–22 M–F 6:00 pm–8:00 pm Barcode: 25439 Aug 6–10 M–F 6:00 pm–8:00 pm

1:00 pm–4:00 pm

Teen Calendar, June–August 2012

Fundamentals of Creative Writing III Campers will learn the time-tested methods to overcome writer’s block. As they do so, they will write short stories, poems, and short skits.

June 18–19 Babysitting Class 18–21 Babysitting Camp 18–22 Teen Hip Hop Camp 18–29 KAOS Drama Camp 23 Babysitting Class 25–26 Babysitting Class 25–29 DesTEENation Camp 26 Indoor Rock Climbing 27 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 28 Waterworld July 2–6 DesTEENation Camp (no 7/4) 3 Boomers 5 Indoor Skydiving (I-Fly) 9–13 DesTEENation Camp 9–13 Peace, Love and Mosaics Camp 10 Golden Gate Bridge Biking/Ferry Ride 11 Great America 12 Waterworld 16–20 DesTEENation Camp 16–20 Stick School Lacrosse Camp 16–27 KAOS Drama Camp 17 Sky High Sports (Trampoline Arena) 18 Six Flags Discovery Kingdom 19 Sailing on the Bay 23–27 DesTEENation Camp 24 Trapeze Arts Circus School 25 Indoor Skydiving (I-Fly) 26 Canoeing 30–8/3 DesTEENation Camp 30–8/3 Teen Creative Writing Camps 30–8/10 KAOS Drama Camp 31 Sky High Sports (Trampoline Arena)

teen trips/excursions Teen Summer Day Trips

Paintball

Join us for a day away. Choose from one or many of our individual day trips. All trips meet at the Los Cerros Middle Teen Center. More details will be emailed to registered participants prior to trip. No extended camp available.

Fees: $65.00(R) • $78.00(N) Barcode: 25457 Aug 2 Th 9:15 am–3:30 pm Barcode: 25461 Aug 14 Tu 9:15 am–3:30 pm

Location: Los Cerros Teen Center (depart/return)

Pier 39 and Aquarium of the Bay

Boomers

Fees: $40.00(R) • $48.00(N) Barcode: 25444 Jul 3 Tu 9:45 am–3:15 pm Barcode: 25463 Aug 16 Th 10:00 am–3:00 pm Canoeing

Fees: $35.00(R) • $42.00(N) Barcode: 25454 Jul 26 Th 10:15 am–2:45 pm Golden Gate Bridge Biking/Ferry Ride

Fees: $45.00(R) • $54.00(N) Barcode: 25446 Jul 10 Tu 9:45 am–3:15 pm Great America

Fees: $35.00(R) • $42.00(N) Barcode: 25462 Aug 15 W 10:00 am–5:00 pm Sailing on the Bay

Fees: $40.00(R) • $48.00(N) Barcode: 25451 Jul 19 Th 11:30 am–3:00 pm Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Fees: $50.00(R) • $60.00(N) Barcode: 25442 Jun 27 W 9:00 am–5:00 pm Fees: $65.00(N) • $78.00(N) Barcode: 25458 Aug 7 Tu 9:15 am–3:00 pm Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Indoor Rock Climbing

Sky High Sports (Trampoline Arena)

Fees: $35.00(R) • $42.00(N) Barcode: 25441 Jun 26 Tu 11:45 am–3:15 pm Indoor Skydiving (I-Fly)

Fees: $50.00(R) • $60.00(N) Barcode: 25445 Jul 5 Th 9:45 am–2:45 pm Fees: $55.00(R) • $66.00(N) Barcode: 25453 Jul 25 W 9:45 am–2:45 pm Oakland A’s Game

Includes a $6 food voucher at the game! Fees: $35.00(R) • $42.00(N) Barcode: 25459 Aug 8 W 9:15 am–5:00 pm

Fees: $50.00(R) • $60.00(N) Barcode: 25450 Jul 18 W 9:30 am–5:00 pm Fees: $35.00(R) • $42.00(N) Barcode: 25449 Jul 17 Tu 11:15 am–2:30 pm Barcode: 25455 Jul 31 Tu 11:15 am–2:30 pm Trapeze Arts Circus School

Fees: $55.00(R) • $66.00(N) Barcode: 25452 Jul 24 Tu 9:15 am–2:45 pm Waterworld

Fees: $40.00(R) • $48.00(N) Barcode: 25443 Jun 28 Th 10:00 am–4:00 pm Barcode: 25448 Jul 12 Th 10:15 am–4:00 pm

Town of Danville Recreation Services: (925) 314-3400

Get ready for adventure! Come on one of our great adventure trips during the summer. Each trip starts early so that we can make the best of our days. White Water Rafting Ready to shoot the rapids? Join us! We’ll leave early, so we can get up to the American River and learn the basics of rafting. Lunch and gear is included. Bring water, snacks, swim gear, sunscreen, and a change of clothes. Location: Los Cerros Community Gymnasium (depart/return) Fees: $100.00(R) • $120.00(N) Barcode: 26138

Sea Kayaking in the Bay

Fees: $55.00(R) • $66.00(N) Barcode: 25447 Jul 11 W 9:15 am–5:00 pm Barcode: 25456 Aug 1 W 9:15 am–5:00 pm

Teen Adventure Trips Age 12–17Y Town Staff

August 1 Great America 2 Paintball 6–10 DesTEENation Camp 6–10 Stick School Lacrosse Camp 6–10 Teen Creative Writing Camps 6–10 Teen Hip Hop Camp 7 Sea Kayaking in the Bay 8 Oakland A’s Game 13–17 DesTEENation Camp 14 Paintball 15 Pier 39 & Aquarium of the Bay 16 Boomers 21 White Water Rafting

Aug 21

7:00 am–5:00 pm

More Camps for Teens: Cooking Fiesta Camp (5–13Y) page 7 DesTEENation Camp (11–14Y) page 4 KAOS—Kids Acting On Stage Drama Camp (7–14Y) page 8 Peace, Love & Mosaics Camp (8–14Y) page 6 Stick School Lacrosse Education Camp (7–14Y) page 13 Youth Tennis Camps (7–18Y) page 13

Employment Opportunities The Town of Danville is recruiting for part-time summer staff in the areas of Aquatics and Youth and Teen Summer Camps. Many of our employees are able to come back season after season, gain valuable experience and skills, and earn promotions to positions with more opportunity and responsibility. More information at www.danville.ca.gov. Interested persons must complete a Town application and additional questionnaires, available at the Town Offices at 510 La Gonda Way, the Danville Community Center at 420 Front Street, or online at www.danville.ca.gov/ Council_and_Government/ Employment. Questions? Call (925) 314-3400.

2012 Summer Camps At a Glance Art About Everything Camp (4–6Y)

5 & Under Camps

Art Camp with Miss Tess (4–6Y) Buddy ’n Me Critters ’n ClayTM Camp (31⁄2–6Y) Busy Bee Cooks Summer Camp (4–5Y) Challenger British Soccer Camps (3–6Y) Español Fiesta—Speaking Spanish (3–5Y) Fairytale Princess Camp (31⁄2–6Y) Gymnastics Tiny Tumblers Camp (3–5Y) Lil Baseball Camp (3–5Y) Little Acorn Camp (4–6Y) Little Peanuts Storybook Camp (3–4Y) Mad Science Little Camps (4–6Y) Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Camp (4–6Y) Tippy Toes Ballerina Camp (31⁄2–6Y)

Teen Camps

Youth Camps

AWARE Kids Seal SCUBA Camps (8–12Y) Be a Pop Star Camp (8–12Y) Black Dragon Chess Camp (6–12Y) Challenger British Soccer Camps (6–12Y) Cooking with Kids Camp (5–10Y) Cooking Fiesta Camp (5–13Y) Creative Writing Camps (6–10Y) Critters ’n ClayTM Camp (41⁄2–9Y) Danville Day Camps (5–7Y, 7–11Y) Day Camp Group Swim Lessons (5–11Y) Engineering with LEGOs® Camps (5–12Y) Etiquette and Poise Camp (6–12Y) Gymnastics and More Summer Camp (5–8Y) Hip Hop Camp (7–12Y) Hip Hop for Boys Camp (5–12Y) Junior Hip Hop Camp (4–7Y) Just 4 Kicks Soccer Camps (5–12Y) KAOS—Kids Acting On Stage Drama Camp (7–14Y) Kids@Play Camps (5–10Y) Kids’ Carpentry (5–12Y) Kidz Love Soccer Camps (41⁄2–10Y) Mad Science Camps (6–11Y) Musical Performance Camp (6–11Y) Osage Adventure Camps (5–7Y, 7–11Y) Peace, Love and Mosaics Camp (8–14Y) Play ‘n’ Sports Day Camp (7–11Y) Science Beginnings Camp (6–12Y) Skyhawks Baseball Camp (6–12Y) Skyhawks Basketball Camp (6–12Y) Skyhawks Capture the Flag Camp (6–12Y) Skyhawks Cheerleading Camp (5–10Y) Skyhawks Flag Football Camp (6–12Y) Skyhawks Lacrosse Camp (7–12Y) Skyhawks MultiSport Camp (7–12Y) Stick School Lacrosse Camp (7–14Y) Summer Fun Learning Spanish (5–11Y) Triple Threat Academy Basketball Camps (6–12Y) VIP Volleyball Camps (8–12Y) WizKids Tech Electronics Camp (6–9Y) Youth Tennis Camps (7–18Y) Babysitting for Beginners Camp (10–14Y) DesTEENation Camp/Extended Camp (11–14Y) Teen Creative Writing Camps (11–13Y) Teen Hip Hop Camp (12–17Y)

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