ADULT pages

ACRYLIC PAINTING SESSION I Age 18Y & Up | Zina Kassab Come learn how to paint with acrylics, mix colors and explore acrylic textures and techniques. Learn to paint a landscape and/ or a still-life. All levels are welcome. Optional $10 fee payable to the instructor to provide you with supplies or you may bring your own. Suggested materials for students to buy: Acrylic paints set (matte colors), multipurpose brushes, pallet, painting paper pad or canvas size 11 x 14 inches or any similar size.

Art Room at Danville Community Center

Session I

30096 Mar 9-Mar 30 W 11:30 AM-1:30 PM $80(R) $100(N)

Session II 30097 Apr 13-May 4 W 11:30 AM-1:30 PM $80(R) $100(N)

Session III 30098 May 11-Jun 1 W 11:30 AM-1:30 PM $80(R) $100(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 and create beautiful cards. 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.

Online via Zoom

30199 Mar 9-Apr 13 W 10:30 AM-11:15 AM $120(R) $144(N) 30203 Apr 26-May 31 T 1:00 PM-1:45 PM $120(R) $144(N) MODERN CALLIGRAPHY-RIBBON LETTERING Age 18Y & Up | Priti Dasot Introducing Modern Calligraphy Ribbon Lettering 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.

Online via Zoom

30200 Apr 26-May 31 T 11:00 AM-11:40 AM $120(R) $142(N)

MODERN CALLIGRAPHY CLUB Age 40Y & Up | Priti Dasot Introducing Modern Calligraphy Club as the beautiful and modern style of calligraphy done with brush pens or Crayola supertip crayolas. This club will focus on using brush pens with varied pressure to make basic strokes. Club members will write one prompt every month with some styles and calligraphy techniques. At the end of the class, a handmade handlettered prompt will be ready to show. Come join and explore endless possibilities for card making bookmarks, gift tags, and more!

Online via Zoom

30131 Mar 11 F 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $20(R) $24(N) 31562 Mar 26 F 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $20(R) $24(N) 31563 Apr 8 F 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $20(R) $24(N) 31564 Apr 29 F 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $20(R) $24(N) 31565 May 13 F 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $20(R) $24(N) 31566 May 27 F 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $20(R) $24(N)

OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING Age 18Y & Up | Charles White Enjoy sharpening your skills at painting in this ongoing class best suited for the painters with some experience. The casual, relaxed atmosphere and supportive environment will help you progress as an artist. COVID safety precautions will be in place.

Art Room at Danville Community Center

30078 Mar 21-Apr 11 M 10:00 AM-12:00 PM $76(R) $91(N) 30079 Apr 18-May 9 M 10:00 AM-12:00 PM $76(R) $91(N)

PAINTING WORKSHOP: PASTEL, OIL & ACRYLIC 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. We will be painting in a range of mediums and subject matter. All levels are welcome.

Meeting Rooms at Oak Hill Park

30081 Apr 12-May 3 T 9:30 AM-12:30 PM $105(R) $126(N) 30082 May 10-May 31 T 9:30 AM-12:30 PM $105(R) $126(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, a seascape, and a still-life! Bring your own photos for inspiration to draw from or use the ones provided by the instructor. All levels are welcome. Optional $12 fee payable to the instructor to provide you with supplies or you may bring your own. Suggested materials for students to buy: sketch pad and sketch pencil kit.

Art Room at Danville Community Center

Session I

30099 Mar 8-Mar 29 T 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $72(R) $86(N)

Session II 30100 Apr 12-May 3 T 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $72(R) $86(N)

Session III 30101 May 10-May 31 T 1:00 PM-2:30 PM $72(R) $86(N)

WATERCOLOR FOR ALL! SESSION I 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.

Art Room at Danville Community Center

Session I

30093 Mar 8-Mar 29 T 3:00 PM-5:00 PM $80(R) $100(N)

Session II 30094 Apr 12-May 3 T 3:00 PM-5:00 PM $80(R) $100(N)

Session III 30095 May 10-May 31 T 3:00 PM-5:00 PM $80(R) $100(N)

adult classes for parents HAPPY BABY SIGNS INTRO. WORKSHOP Age 18Y & Up | Town Staff This online workshop introduces more than 20 signs that are based on American Sign Language (ASL). It is designed for expectant parents and parents with babies ranging in age from birth to 18 months. You will learn about the latest research and all the tools to teach your baby to sign. Fun activities and songs will show you how easy it can be to integrate simple signs into your everyday routine to jump-start your child’s verbal skills.

Online via Zoom

30882 Mar 1-Mar 1 T 8:00 AM-9:30 AM $5 (R) $6(N) 30883 Mar 17-Mar 17 Th 12:00 PM-1:30 PM $5 (R) $6(N)

HAPPY BABY SIGNS SERIES Age 18Y & Up | Town Staff This online workshop introduces more than 20 signs that are based on American Sign Language (ASL). It is designed for expectant parents and parents with babies ranging in age from birth to 18 months. You will learn about the latest research and all the tools to teach your baby to sign. Fun activities and songs will show you how easy it can be to integrate simple signs into your everyday routine to jump-start your child’s verbal skills.

Online via Zoom

30880 Jan 28-Mar 18 F 12:30 PM-2:30 PM $100(R) $120(N) 30881 Mar 24-Apr 28 Th 12:00 PM-1:30 PM $100(R) $120(N)

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. No class 4/4.

Stacy Kadesh and Associates College Consulting

29852 Mar 28-Apr 25 M 6:00 PM-7:00 PM $100(R) $120(N)

ADULT

BEGINNING ITALIAN CONTINUED Age 18Y & Up | Gina Stearley This is a 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! If you have already taken Gina's Italian class, please contact instructor for availability.

Meeting Room at Veterans Memorial Building

30022 Mar 9-Jun 1 W 7:00 PM-8:30 PM $175(R) $210(N)

SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS Age 18Y & Up | Spanish Academy Staff This is a virtual live beginning adult Spanish class. In this class students will learn the basics of the Spanish language while having fun and building confidence along the way. Students will learn conversational phrases, verb conjugation and grammar. We will work on pronunciation and practice conversation in each class. We will also learn and review basics: ABC's, numbers, and colors. Join us! No class 4/6.

Online via Zoom

30282 Mar 2-Apr 13 W 6:30 PM-7:30 PM $150(R) $180(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

29926 Mar 9-Apr 27 W 10:15 AM-11:15 AM $120(R) $144(N) 29927 May 4-Jun 1 W 10:15 AM-11:30 AM $75(R) $90(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.

Town Meeting Hall

29900 Mar 17-Apr 21 Th 10:00 AM-11:00 AM $72(R) $86(N) 29901 May 5-Jun 2 Th 10:00 AM-11:00 AM $60(R) $72(N) JACKI SORENSEN'S AEROBIC DANCING Age 40Y & Up | Lorie McGuinness 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-pound weights are recommended but not required.

Community Hall at Veterans Memorial Building

29923 Mar 7-May 23 M 5:30 PM-6:30 PM $80(R) $96(N) 29922 Mar 9-May 25 W 5:30 PM-6:30 PM $80(R) $96(N) 29925 Mar 7-May 25 M,W 4:00 PM-5:00 PM $150(R) $180(N) 29924 Mar 10-May 26 Th 8:45 AM-9:45 AM $80(R) $96(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 Room at Danville Community Center

30019 Mar 8-May 31 T 7:15 PM-8:30 PM $195(R) $234(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 Room at Danville Community Center

30020 Mar 8-May 31 T 8:40 PM-9:30 PM $104(R) $125(N)

T'AI CHI CH'UAN REGULAR 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 Room at Danville Community Center

30021 Mar 10-Jun 2 Th 7:15 PM-8:30 PM $195(R) $234(N)

TRAIL MIXERS: SPRING Age 17Y & Up | Town Staff Whether you're an avid outdoorsman or a casual hiker, come explore the trails at Danville's Trail Mixers. Each month, we'll visit the regional parks in your own backyard and spend the day off the beaten path staying fit and making new friends. Pre-registration for each Trail Mixer is required. Directions and a map will be emailed 1-2 days prior. For more information, please contact Leah Martinez at lmartinez@danville.ca.gov

Shell Ridge

29902 Mar 12 Sa 8:30 AM-12:30 PM Free

Morgan Territory

29903 Apr 9 Sa 8:30 AM-12:30 PM Free

Mt. Diablo

29904 May 14 Sa 8:30 AM-12:30 PM Free

Pt. Reyes

29905 Jun 11 Sa 8:30 AM-2:30 PM Free

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 of your enthusiasm, so dedicate yourself to a few months of focused learning. We will start with the basics on strumming, picking, learning chords, and easy folk songs on guitar. Some of you may also want to bring in your own song! Bring an acoustic guitar to class.

Village Theatre & Art Gallery

29931 Mar 14-Apr 4 M 7:30 PM-8:20 PM $92(R) $110(N)

29932 Apr 18-May 23 M 7:30 PM-8:20 PM $92(R) $110(N)

adult Performing

Arts & Dance

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCING Age 12 & Up | Randy Krul This is an ideal class for first time and novice dancers. Any questions please call Randy & Stephanie at (925) 831-8111.

Community Hall at Veterans Memorial Building

Ballroom

Foxtrot Beg. Basics & Beyond

29919 Mar 2-Mar 30 W 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $75(R) $90(N)

East Coast Swing, Jitterbug Beg. Basics & Beyond

29920 Apr 6-Apr 27 W 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $60(R) $72(N)

Waltz, Beg. Basics & Beyond

29921 May 4-May 25 W 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $45(R) $54(N)

Latin

Salsa Beg. Basics & Beyond

29916 Mar 2-Mar 30 W 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $75(R) $90(N)

Rumba Beg. Basics & Beyond

29917 Apr 6-Apr 27 W 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $45(R) $54(N)

Bachata Beg. Basics & Beyond

29918 May 4-May 25 W 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $45(R) $54(N)

WEST COAST SWING Age 12Y & Up | Randy Krul Join us for West Coast Swing. Call instructors Randy or Stephanie for more information at (925) 831-8111.

Community Hall at Veterans Memorial Building

Beginner Basics: No previous experience required.

29910 Mar 7-Mar 28 M 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $60(R) $72(N) 29911 Apr 4-Apr 25 M 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $60(R) $72(N) 29912 May 2-May 23 M 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $60(R) $72(N)

ADULT

Easy Intermediate: Must know the 8 beginner basics.

29913 Mar 7-Mar 28 M 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $60(R) $72(N) 29914 Apr 4-Apr 25 M 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $60(R) $72(N) 29915 May 2-May 23 M 8:00 PM-9:00 PM $60(R) $72(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. No class 4/2 & 4/6.

Valley Oak Room at Danville Community Center

30206 Mar 9-Apr 13 W 6:50 PM-8:05 PM $40(R) $48(N) 30207 Mar 12-Apr 16 Sa 10:35 AM-11:50 AM $40(R) $48(N) 30210 Apr 20-May 18 W 6:50 PM-8:05 PM $40(R) $48(N) 30211 Apr 23-May 21 Sa 10:35 AM-11:50 AM $40(R) $48(N)

PRIVATE TENNIS LESSONS Age 18Y & Up | John DeMartini The Town of Danville is now offering private tennis lessons with John DeMartini. Learn new shots or refine your game! Lessons are in a series of 3.

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

30234 Apr 8-Apr 22 F 9:00 AM-10:00 AM $225(R) $270(N) 30235 May 6-May 20 F 9:00 AM-10:00 AM $225(R) $270(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.

Tennis Courts at Diablo Vista Park

30239 Apr 5-May 31 T 6:00 PM-7:00 PM $180(R) $216(N)

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

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

30237 Apr 8-Jun 3 F 10:00 AM-11:00 AM $180(R) $216(N) Intermediate: Can rally with other students, volley, and control serve consistently. Intermediate: Can rally with other students, volley, and control serve consistently. No class 5/30.

Tennis Courts at Diablo Vista Park

30242 Apr 4-Jun 6 M 6:00 PM-7:00 PM $180(R) $216(N) 30240 Apr 5-May 31 T 7:00 PM-8:00 PM $180(R) $216(N)

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

30241 Apr 7-Jun 2 Th 10:00 AM-11:00 AM $180(R) $216(N)

Advanced Intermediate: Consistent placement with ground strokes and serves with spin. No class on 5/30.

Tennis Courts at Diablo Vista Park

30236 Apr 4-Jun 6 M 7:00 PM-8:30 PM $270(R) $324(N)

Tennis Courts at Osage Station Park

30238 Apr 7-Jun 2 Th 9:00 AM-10:00 AM $180(R) $216(N)

ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES Adult Bocce and Adult Softball Leagues are back up and running. For more information, please check out our website at http://www.danville.ca.gov/205/adult-sports or call (925)314-3400.

RADD BOWLING Age 18Y & Up | Town Staff This is a recreation class for participants with developmental disabilities. This is a fun, recreational class where participants will learn bowling basics such as approach, strikes, spares, and frames. Each class includes three games and shoe rental. Meet at the Danville Bowl. Please call Lindsay Gallardo at (925) 314-3403 for more information.

adult adaptive

recreation

Danville Bowl

29929 May 3-Jun 21 T 3:00 PM-5:00 PM $64(R) $79(N)

RADD DANCE Age 18Y & Up | Town Staff Join us for a night out full of dancing, good music and friends. This dance is intended for young adults with disabilities. For more information, please call Lindsay Gallardo at (925) 314-3403.

Ballroom at Oak Hill Park

30014 Apr 29 F 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Free