INSIDE Everyone can Zumba their way to fitness with Zumba for Kids, Zumba, and Zumba Gold! pg. 18, 61-63 Discover the world of Soft Sculpture and learn new methods and techniques for creating 3-D art in this unique fiber arts class. pg. 43 All levels welcome to explore the mind, body, spirit connection in Adult Contemporary Dance. pg. 40 Feed your little one’s curiosity with all new Tiny Tot Science. pg. 26
FALL
2017
Registration begins August 14!
Autumn’s In The Air Although summer camp is drawing to a close, Arts + Rec has many opportunities for children to enhance their education this Fall through extracurricular activities in our programs. From keeping active with sports and fitness classes, to engaging their creative side with visual arts, your child can continue to grow and explore with us. We’re proud of our many community partnerships that enhance our class offerings. Check out Draw and Paint Live Owls, a collaboration with the Lindsay Wildlife Experience, for ages 13-18 (pg 17). For adults, drop in to the Make and Mingle Open Studio at Calicraft Brewery and try a new art project each month (pg 56). And a variety of essential resources for adults 50+ are available at the Civic Park Community Center through partnerships with Senior Outreach Services, AARP Tax Aide, Contra Costa County Medicare and many more providers. Center REPertory Company, Walnut Creek’s resident professional theatre company of the Lesher Center for the Arts is commemorating 50 years this upcoming season. The first show of the season, Million Dollar Quartet, relives the historical night Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash all got together and jammed! Visit centerrep.org for the full season and ticket information. Mark your calendar for the annual Community Service Day on October 14, 2017. Look for more information about Community Service Day in the Fall Nutshell newsletter or at www.walnut-creek.org/service. Kevin Safine Director, Arts + Recreation
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New Online Registration System Launches August 14 The City is building a more user friendly and convenient online registration system for Arts + Rec classes to better serve you. The new system will be available beginning with Fall 2017 registrations. Existing customers will need to create a new account in order to register for Fall classes. To create an account: • Visit cityofwalnutcreek.perfectmind.com, or access the online portal through links on our website • Select “Create an Account” from the bottom of the login page • Enter your contact information or choose to sign up with Facebook Once your account has been created, you’re all set for when Fall 2017 registration opens on August 14 at 9am. As part of our commitment to continually improving our services, we look forward to providing you with a new and improved registration process!
Youth Ceramics & Sculpture 4-5 Dance 6-9 Events Calendar 9 Decorative & Fiber Arts 10 Digital Media & Photography 11 Drama 12 Drawing, Painting & Printmaking 13-17 Food & Cooking 18 Health & Fitness 18 Martial Arts 19 Music 19-23 Personal Enrichment 24-25 STEM 26 Sports 27-31 Youth Camps 32-33
Adults Ceramics & Sculpture 36-38 Dance 39-40 Decorative & Fiber Arts 41-43 Digital Media & Photography 43-45 DIY 46-47 Dog/Pet Care 48 Drama 49 Drawing, Painting & Printmaking 49-56 Food and Cooking 56-58 Glass 58-59 Health & Fitness 60-64 Jewelry 65 Music 66 Personal Enrichment 67-70 Sports 70-72 Sports/Fitness Groups 72 Adults 50+ Programs & Services 73-77 Specialized Recreation 78
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Upcoming Events 9 Community Arts Foundation 34 Aquatics 79-83 Tennis 84-85 Open Space 86-87 Facility Rentals 35, 90 Registration 88-89 Boundary Oak Golf 90 Lesher Center for the Arts 91 Bedford Art Gallery 91
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Youth
CERAMICS & SCULPTURE
AG ES 4 -7
AG ES 5 - 8
Clay Play: Habitats Come explore the wonderful world of clay, one of the most
Makers Series: Creepy Creatures on All Hallows Eve
versatile and forgiving mediums. This is a great introduction to
Witches & warlocks; zombies; spiders, cats & bats; jack-o-lanterns;
3D art for young creative minds with or without clay experience.
ghosts & skulls are many of the Halloween characters we can
Using a variety of techniques including pinch, coil, slab and
make together with our non-toxic, polymer clay. Once baked in
squeeze methods, children will learn the basics from scoring to
your home oven, these colorful sculptures take on a ceramic-like
glazing their work. Build imaginary worlds filled with people,
finish.
animals and a place for them to reside-trees, caves, tropical islands and more!
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Rana Nassar
$37: 1 class
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37266
$105: 10 classes
$5 supply fee due at first class
Class 36903
3:45pm-4:45pm
Mon
9/11-11/13
$105: 10 classes
Sat
9:00am-10:00am
Sun
9:00am-12:00pm
10/29
AG ES 5 - 8
Makers Series: Ornaments from Around the World
INSTRUCTOR : Amber Noyer
Class 36904
INSTRUCTOR : Karen Kelly
9/16-11/18
Make your favorite seasonal ornaments from around the world! Make not only Christmas ornaments, but seasonally festive ones like a mini Menorah, Buddhas with different mudras, Hindu gods, and/or Islamic symbols like the moon and star. They can be ready to hang, stand alone, or both. This class will use a self-hardening clay medium, which can be baked in an oven, giving a ceramic-like finish. The polymer clay comes colored and will give you quick and
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colorful results. INSTRUCTOR : Karen Kelly LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
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Class 36909
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Sun
1:00pm-4:00pm
11/12
Youth AG ES 5 - 1 6
AG ES 8 - 1 2
Clay for Homeschoolers
Sculpted Clay Creatures
Your hands are the two best clay tools in the world. Come see
Like immediate results when working with clay? This class
what you can learn to make. Cups, bowls, boxes, people, animals,
explores a self-hardening clay medium which doesn’t require a
bookends, houses, cars, signs, dinosaurs, miniature scenes, and
kiln. The polymer clay comes in a variety of colors and is easily
lots more. Learn all the techniques to make your ideas work, plus a
shaped and formed. Once the sculpture is completed, it can be
variety of decorative and glaze finishes. Flexibility in projects and
baked in an oven, giving it a ceramic like finish. Projects include
assistance for students with different needs.
whimsical creatures, free-form sculpture, and more. We’ll also do elements of jewelry making such as beads and bracelets.
INSTRUCTOR : Ellen Sachtschale LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Karen Kelly
$167: 10 classes
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
Class 36905
Mon
8:30am-10:30am
9/11-11/13
$110: 9 classes
Class 36910
Fri
4:00pm-5:30pm
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10
AG ES 8 - 1 2
Clay Works I A great opportunity for older children who haven’t had a lot of (or any) experience working with clay to explore this versatile
AG ES 1 2 - 1 7
Teen Clay: Wheelthrowing/Handbuilding
medium. Focus on learning basic hand-building skills such as
Beginning to intermediate instruction on the electric potter’s
scoring, using slip, coil building, using molds and glazing. We’ll
wheel. Instruction and creative opportunity for handbuilding
make functional bowls, plates and mugs, animals and birdhouses.
techniques and projects as well.
INSTRUCTOR : Rana Nassar
INSTRUCTOR : Ellen Sachtschale
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Studio E, Civic Park Studios
$135: 10 classes
$5 supply fee due at first class
Class 36906
5:00pm-6:30pm
$169: 10 classes $35 supply fee payable at first class ($15 tool kit if needed and $20 bag of clay).
Mon
9/11-11/13
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Thu
4:30pm-6:30pm
9/14-11/16
AG ES 8 - 1 2
Clay Works II: Hand Building/Wheel Throwing Great class for students with clay experience. Work on your handbuilding skills using soft slabs, coils and pinch pots. Students will learn the basics of throwing on the electric pottery wheel from centering to making simple pots. Prerequisite: must have taken Clay Play or have clay experience with knowledge of handbuilding techniques. INSTRUCTOR : Rana Nassar LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center $167: 10 classes
$5 supply fee due at first class
Class 36907
3:30pm-5:30pm
Tue
9/12-11/14 Ceramics studio information
INSTRUCTOR : Ellen Sachtschale $147: 9 classes
Class 36908
Fri
No class 11/10
3:30pm-5:30pm
9/15-11/17
Studio use is for instruction and other learning. Work produced or fired in the Community Arts Ceramics Studio may not be sold except through the Clay Arts Guild and Center for Community Arts. No work produced outside of classes or open studio will be fired. Class and workshop fees include firing. Clay must be purchased in class. Tools and tool kits may be purchased in the studio. Wheel chair accessible electric potter’s wheel available.
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DANCE
AG ES 3 - 4
Pre-Ballet (Ages 3-4) Blend the discipline of ballet with the freedom of creative dance. Begin with basic positions and steps of ballet; then leap, spin and kick while improvising to music, words and pictures. Listen to stories and music of well-known classical ballets. Parents may watch last session only. Attire: Girls-black leotard, pink footed tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back in a bun away from face; Boys-black tights, white T-shirt, black ballet slippers. LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center INSTRUCTOR : Erin Leedom $119: 10 classes
Class 37228
Tue
3:30pm-4:15pm
9/12-11/14
INSTRUCTOR : Oliver Adams $119: 10 classes
Class 37229
Wed
3:45pm-4:30pm
9/13-11/15
Class 37231
Wed
4:30pm-5:15pm
9/13-11/15
INSTRUCTOR : Samantha Blanchard $107: 9 classes
Class 37232
Fri
10:45am-11:30am
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10 LOCATION : Studio D, Civic Park Studios
AG ES 1 8 - 3 5 m os
INSTRUCTOR : Jennifer O’Neill
Creative Play with My Adult
$96: 9 classes
Parents and children will learn new ways of creative movement
Class 37230
through dance and a nurturing atmosphere that is fun and
No class 10/7
Sat
9:00am-9:45am
9/16-11/18
energetic. Potty trained or not, please join us for some fun! AG ES 3 - 5
INSTRUCTOR : Vanessa Freeman LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center
Preschool Dancing Combo
$111: 10 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
All preschool aged students welcome to join in on the fun of
Class 37372
12:30pm-1:15pm
learning ballet/jazz and tumbling at an introductory level. Parents
Mon
9/11-11/13
and care takers may participate by viewing from outside the studio while children are learning in class.
AG ES 2 - 5
INSTRUCTOR : Vanessa Freeman
Parent/Child Dance
LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center
Young children begin their dance studies through their attachment to parent or primary caregiver. In addition to being a lot of fun, parent-child dance classes are great preparation for very young
$119: 10 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37223
1:30pm-2:15pm
Mon
9/11-11/13
children to eventually participate in a creative dance class on their own, learning to take direction from a teacher while staying true to their own ideas.
The first dance class is a placement class to ensure each student is enrolled in the appropriate class. We encourage all
INSTRUCTOR : Samantha Blanchard LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center $103: 10 classes
Class 37240 6
Sat
12:00pm-1:00pm
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students to stay enrolled in the same level for at least one year, unless the instructor advises otherwise.
Youth AG ES 4 - 5
AG ES 6 - 1 0
Pre-Ballet (Ages 4-5)
Ballet I
Blend the discipline of ballet with the freedom of creative dance.
Introduction to the beauty, grace and discipline of ballet. Each
Begin with basic positions and steps of ballet; then leap, spin
class will include a traditional barre and center. Children will
and kick while improvising to music, words and pictures. Listen
enjoy dancing to the magical music from classical ballets such as
to stories and music of well-known classical ballets. Parents may
Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker. Attire: Girls-black leotard,
watch last session only. Attire: Girls-black leotard, pink footed
pink footed tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back in a bun
tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back in a bun away from
away from face; Boys-black tights, white T-shirt, black ballet
face; Boys-black tights, white T-shirt, black ballet slippers.
slippers. Registration requirement: Five-year olds with one year experience may move to Ballet I. The Tuesday class is a year round
LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center
program.
INSTRUCTOR : Oliver Adams
LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center
$119: 10 classes
Class 37233
Wed
5:15pm-6:00pm
9/13-11/15
INSTRUCTOR : Erin Leedom $53 MONTHLY PAYMENT
INSTRUCTOR : Samantha Blanchard
Class 37281
$107: 9 classes
NO CLASS 12/19,12/26, 4/3
Class 37234
Fri
10:00am-10:45am
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10
Tue
4:15pm-5:00pm
9/5-6/5
INSTRUCTOR : Edward Stegge $107: 9 classes
LOCATION : Studio D, Civic Park Studios
Class 37237
INSTRUCTOR : Jennifer O’Neill
No class 11/10
Fri
3:45pm-4:30pm
9/15-11/17
$107: 9 classes
Class 37235
Sat
9:45am-10:30am
9/16-11/18
Class 37236
Sat
12:45pm-1:30pm
9/16-11/18
LOCATION : Studio D, Civic Park Studios INSTRUCTOR : Jennifer O’Neill $107: 9 classes
No class 10/7
Class 37239
Hip Hop-Youth Syncopation derived from jazz funk and street jazz, with high energy focus on the latest styles and moves.
10:30am-11:30am
9/16-11/18
Ballet II Class will continue with traditional barre and center work,
LOCATION : Studio D, Civic Park Studios
improving technique, working on proper body alignment and
$107: 9 classes
Sat
A G E S 7- 1 1
Designed for students wanting to continue their ballet training.
INSTRUCTOR : Jennifer O’Neill
Class 37226
Sat
No class 10/7
AG ES 6 - 1 0
an emphasis on vocabulary. Attire: Girls-black leotard, pink 11:45am-12:30pm
9/16-11/18
No class 10/7
footed tights, pink ballet slippers, hair pulled back in a bun away from face; Boys-black tights, white T-shirt, black ballet slippers. Registration requirement: Students must have completed a full year in the Ballet I level and be at least 7 years old in the second grade. A placement class must be taken in Ballet II if a student is transferring from another dance program. INSTRUCTOR : Erin Leedom LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center $53 MONTHLY PAYMENT
Ballet Attire: Girls-black leotard, pink footed tights, pink ballet
Class 37282
slippers, hair pulled back in a bun away from face; Boys-black
No class 12/19, 12/26, 4/3
Tue
5:00pm-6:00pm
9/5-6/5
tights, white T-shirt, black ballet slippers. All year-round dance programs will be subject to a $3 administrative processing fee, which will be added to first payment.
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Youth AG ES 9 - 1 5
Ballet III Designed for intermediate level students. Technique is strengthened along with the advancement of ballet curriculum skills. This challenging class requires a commitment to regular attendance and adherence to ballet attire. Meets two times per week, must attend both days. Registration requirement: Students must have completed a full year in Ballet II level and be at least 9 years of age. A placement class must be taken in Ballet II if a student is transferring from another dance program. INSTRUCTOR : Amanda Farris, Edward Stegge LOCATION : Studio D, Civic Park Studios, Shadelands Art Center $103 MONTHLY PAYMENT
Class 37373
Mon, Thu 4:00pm-5:30pm
9/7-6/7
No class 11/23, 12/18, 12/21, 12/25, 12/28, 1/1, 1/15, 2/19, 4/2, 4/5, 5/28
A G E S 7- 1 8
Winter Ballet Gala Winter Ballet Gala is a performance rich in holiday culture from around the world. The array of music and dance embraces the celebrations of all people and many countries. Holiday favorites will be featured both in the classical and contemporary styles. This dance event will embody the holiday spirit and the joy of
Professional Training Program
performance. Selections from the magical scenes of the beloved
Intermediate and advanced ballet training, including technique,
Nutcracker will also be performed with rich costumes and music
pointe, variations from classical and contemporary repertory. For
from this cherished family ballet. Diablo Ballet professional
audition contact Rebecca Crowell Berke, Director, at
dancers will perform along with students from the Center for
rebecca@diabloballet.org. Intermediate class meets three days per
Community Arts Dance Academy from Levels Ballet II, III and
week; must attend all three days. Advanced class meets four days
Professional Intermediate/Adv Program. All dancers in these
per week; must attend all four days. Please call for a brochure for
programs are eligible to perform in this unique and enriching
more information.
performance. No audition is necessary if participating in one of these Community Arts classes. Requirement: Attendance at rehearsals and performance fee of $50.
Class 37306 Sat, Wed 1:00pm-6:00pm 10/28, 11/29
AG ES 1 0 - 1 5
Hip Hop-Youth Syncopation derived from jazz funk and street jazz, with high
INSTRUCTOR : Jennifer O’Neill LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center $107: 9 classes
6:30pm-7:30pm
No class 10/9
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$187 MONTHLY PAYMENT
Class 37284
Mon
Wed 5:00pm-7:00pm
5:30pm-7:00pm
Sat 10:30am-12:30pm
9/6-6/8
ADVANCED $390 MONTHLY PAYMENT
energy focus on the latest styles and moves.
Mon
Leedom, Edward Stegge, Jordan Tilton,
INTERMEDIATE
$50: 2 classes
Class 37225
INSTRUCTOR : Rebecca Crowell Berke, Amanda Farris, Erin LOCATION : Shadelands Art Center & Studio D, Civic Park
LOCATION Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center
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AG ES 1 1 - 1 8
9/11-11/13
Class 37284
Mon
Wed 5:00pm-7:30pm
4:00pm-7:00pm
Fri 4:00pm-7:00pm
Sat 12:30pm-3:30pm
9/6-6/8
No class 11/10, 11/24, 12/18-1/2, 1/13-1/15, 2/17-2/19, 4/2-7, 5/26-28
Calendar CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ARTS EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & PERFORMANCES
AG ES 6 - 1 8
Tahitian and Polynesian Cultures Experience the motions and songs of the Pacific Islands and learn the Polynesian culture. Instruction includes dances from Tahiti and
June 15 – September 15
neighboring islands for all levels.
An Exhibition of Deborah Dodge and Vicki Pierpont’s Abstract
INSTRUCTOR : Lisa and Rey Aguilar
Paintings, City Hall – 3rd Floor Gallery
LOCATION : Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center $73: 8 classes
July 25 – September 25
Tahitian/Polynesian Culture (Beg) Class 37059
Sat
9:30am-10:30am
9/16-11/18 ages 6-12
Printmaking Students Exhibition, Shadelands Art Center Lobby
No class 10/21, 11/11 August 15 – October 15
Tah/Polynesian Culture (Int/Adv)* Class 37060
Sat
10:30am-12:00pm
9/16-11/18
ages 6-18
No class 10/21, 11/11
An Exhibition of Jordan Westin’s Photographs, City Hall – 1st Floor Gallery
*Registration per instructor’s approval only. August 28 – October 28
A G E S 1 3 & up
Tahitian Dance & Drumming
Soyoung Youck Exhibition of Children’s Book Illustrations, Heather Farm
This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas (dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances) and drumming/music technique for men and women. Students should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.
September 9
Family Art Day, 10:00am – 2:00pm, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Lisa and Rey Aguilar LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center September 25 – October 25
$73: 8 classes
Tahitian Ahuro’a Women Class 37061
Wed
Walnut Creek Staff Art Show, Shadelands Art Center Lobby
6:30pm-7:30pm
9/20-11/22
No class 10/18, 11/15
Tahitian 1 Women and Men (Beg) Class 37062
Wed
7:30pm-8:30pm
9/20-11/22
Tahitian II Women and Men (Int)* & (Adv)* Wed
Master Potter Series: Bonnie Seeman, “Earthly Form and Delightful Function”, 10:00 am-4:00 pm, Civic Park Ceramics
No class 10/18, 11/15
Class 37063
October 7
8:30pm-10:00pm
Studio
9/20-11/22
No class 10/18, 11/15
*Registration per instructor’s approval only.
November 7
Fall Performance Jam, 6:30pm-7:30pm, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Rey Aguilar LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center $73: 8 classes
December 1 – 3
Tahitian Drumming/Music Class 37064
Sat
9:30am-10:30am
9/16-11/18
Holiday Art Sale
No class 10/21, 11/11
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DECORATIVE & FIBER ARTS
AG ES 8 - 1 3
Kids Beyond Basic Sewing Beyond Basics is for students who are ready to advance beyond basic hand and machine sewing with focus on designing and constructing a custom made item of clothing with special attention to details. INSTRUCTOR : Alexandra Milukhin LOCATION : Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Preschool $128: 10 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37263
5:30pm-7:00pm
Wed
9/13-11/15
AG ES 9 - 1 2
Weaving for Kids (Beg) Using our four-shaft table looms kids will learn to plan a project, prepare the loom and weave a scarf while having fun with color and texture. Yarn spinning will also be introduced and farm-tofabric connections will be discussed. Weaving will be self-paced so multiple projects will be possible. INSTRUCTOR : Reba Siero LOCATION : Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool $119: 9 classes
$28 supply fee due at first class
Class 37292
3:45pm-5:15pm
Wed
9/20-11/15
AG ES 5 - 8
Happy Halloween Mask Making Parent/ Child
Basic Machine Garment Sewing
Make your own Mask for Halloween! Children 5-8 and their parents
Kids will learn how to make a series of projects that build upon our
are welcome to join the fun. We will transform a basic mask using
understanding of fabric and construction. Beginning with cutting
paints, feathers, beads, sequins. Use your imagination-Make it
and sewing an apron, they will quickly advance to designing and
a monster or a beautiful bird. $10 supply fee will cover all the
constructing a simple garment. Along with other simple projects
materials needed for class.
students will learn proper use of the sewing machine and sewing terminology, how to use a pattern, cut and piece fabric, and a
INSTRUCTOR : Alexandra Milukhin LOCATION : Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Preschool $21: 1 class
$10 supply fee due at class.
Class 37288
11:30am-1:30pm
Sat
10/28
AG ES 5 - 8
Kinder Sew plus Fiber Fun Enjoy the basics of hand sewing plus learn to make necklaces, bracelets, and headbands using buttons, beads, pompoms, and tassels. We will adorn our hand sewn aprons or purses with our custom designs and details. INSTRUCTOR : Alexandra Milukhin LOCATION : Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Preschool
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$101: 10 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class.
Class 37264
3:30pm-4:45pm
Thu
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variety of sewing techniques. INSTRUCTOR : Alexandra Milukhin LOCATION : Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Preschool $123: 10 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37265
5:00pm-6:45pm
Thu
9/14-11/16
Youth
DIGITAL MEDIA & PHOTOGRAPHY AG ES 8 - 1 6
Introduction to Digital Photography for Homeschoolers This digital photography class will introduce students to photography as an art form. Students will learn the ins and outs of digital camera controls and how to use them to create proper exposures. This class will cover a technical foundation, such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, and composition, and break into basic editing skills using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Students will have the opportunity to practice concepts learned in class with weekly in-class shooting exercises. After 10 weeks, students will emerge with a small digital portfolio and a set of printed photographs created using an Epson Stylus Pro Inkjet printer.
AG ES 1 1 - 1 8
Teen Digital Photography
INSTRUCTOR : Jordan Jurich-Weston LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
This digital photography class will introduce students to
$169: 10 classes
Class 37086
Mon
photography as an art form. Students will learn the ins and outs 1:00pm-3:00pm
9/11-11/13
of digital camera controls and how to use them to create proper exposures. This class will cover a technical foundation, such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, and composition,
AG ES 1 1 - 1 7
and break into basic editing skills using Adobe Lightroom and
Digital Storytelling
Photoshop. Students will have the opportunity to practice concepts
Everyone has a story to tell. In this class, students will learn how
learned in class with weekly in-class shooting exercises. After 10
to harness the power of visual art to tell their stories. Students
weeks, students will emerge with a small digital portfolio and a set
will explore and experiment within the mediums of digital video,
of printed photographs created using an Epson Stylus Pro Inkjet
audio, and photography to create visual poetry, fiction, and non-
printer.
fiction. Students will emerge from this class with a small portfolio
INSTRUCTOR : Jordan Jurich-Weston
of digital and printed works.
LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Jordan Jurich-Weston
$169: 10 classes
LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37137
Mon
4:30pm-6:30pm
9/11-11/13
$169: 10 classes
Class 37168
Tue
4:00pm-6:00pm
9/12-11/14
AG ES 1 3 - 1 8
Intro to Analog Photography Teens will get a hands on introduction to film photography. Students will learn the basics of using a manual analog camera. Students will also learn the basic of film processing and creating digital images from their negatives. INSTRUCTOR : Brian Z. Shapiro LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
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$169: 10 classes
$100 supply fee due at first class
Class 37157
3:30pm-5:30pm
Thu
9/14-11/16
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DRAMA
AG ES 1 1 - 1 4
Community Arts Theater: Studio Class – Middle School
AG ES 5 -7
Middle School Community Arts Theater participants will learn about
Community Arts Theater: Studio Class (5-7 years) Explore theater basics through music, movement, and theater games! Students will work with professional theater artists to help build their confidence and develop their voices as young actors in our Theater Studio Class. Students will end the session with an inclass sharing for family and friends! All levels welcome! INSTRUCTOR : Staff
3:30pm-4:30pm
9/14-11/16
INSTRUCTOR : Julia Dashe LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center $146: 10 classes
Class 37244
Mon
3:30pm-4:30pm
voice, character, scene study, improvisation and multiple genres of theater, students will build confidence, communication skills, selfexpression, team work, and compassion. Most importantly, students will have FUN in a supportive and welcoming environment. All levels welcome. Students will have an in-class sharing of work at the end of each quarter.
LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center
$146: 10 classes
Thu
performers in our Studio Class. Through the study of movement,
INSTRUCTOR : Joe Orrach
LOCATION : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium
Class 37247
the actor’s tools and begin to uncover their own unique voices as
9/11-11/13
$200: 10 classes
Class 37243
Tue
4:00pm-6:00pm
9/12-11/14
AG ES 1 1 - 1 8
Community Arts Theater Troupe (11-18 years) Our Community Arts Theater Troupe will focus on the process of performance, using theater skills and techniques from our Studio
AG ES 8 - 1 0
Community Arts Theater: Studio Class (8-10 years) Join us for an in-depth exploration of theater! In a supportive and exciting environment led by professional theater artists, students will learn about the actor’s tools and uncover their unique voice
Class to perform selected works and create original works by students themselves. Open to middle and high school students, Theater Troupe members will work alongside professional actor and performer, Joe Orrach, as they perform their works on stage at the end of each quarter. Participants must be enrolled in either the Middle or High School Studio Class to participate in our Theater Troupe.
as a performer. Through the study of movement, voice, and
INSTRUCTOR : Joe Orrach
improvisation, young actors will work toward a performance of
LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center
a collection of short scenes. Our Theater Studio class works with young actors to build confidence, communication skills, selfexpression, team work, compassion, and most importantly, FUN!
$179: 20 classes
Class 37242
Tue, Thu 6:15pm-7:15pm
9/12-11/16
All levels welcome. Students will end the session with an in-class sharing for family and friends.
AG ES 1 4 - 1 8
LOCATION : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium
Community Arts Theater: Studio Class – High School
$190: 10 classes
High School Community Arts Theater participants will focus on
INSTRUCTOR : Staff
Class 37245
Thu
4:45pm-6:15pm
9/14-11/16
growing development of the tools of an actor through in-depth study of movement, voice, scene study, improvisation, and musical theater in our Studio Class. Actors will work toward a showcase of
INSTRUCTOR : Julia Dashe LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center $190: 10 classes
Class 37246
Mon
monologues, scenes, and songs throughout the quarter. All levels welcome. Students will perform in an in-class sharing of work at the end of each quarter.
4:45pm-6:15pm
9/11-11/13
INSTRUCTOR : Joe Orrach LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center $200: 10 classes
Class 37241
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Youth
DRAWING, PAINTING & PRINTMAKING AG ES 1 8 - 3 6 m os
Terribly Terrific Twos: Toddler/Parent Designed to foster the toddler/parent relationship, explore social, physical, language development and parent education. Exploration activities including music and movement, tactile and visual art exploration and circle activities will be offered each session. INSTRUCTOR : Julie Tadena LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center $139: 9 classes
Class 37103 Fri
9:00am-10:30am 9/15-11/17 Ages 18-24mos
No class 11/10
Class 37104 Fri
10:45am-12:15pm 9/15-11/17 Ages 24-36mos
No class 11/10
AG ES 3 - 1 0
Kids Open Studio
AG ES 2 4 - 3 6 m os
Learning Through Art and Sensory Play Our play based, child-centered parent-child program will support and encourage your child’s growing curiosity about the world around them and their abilities to interact with that world. Be part of your child’s play through art and sensory experimentation, small motor manipulation and building, circle time stories, music and movement. Watch your child grow, socially, physically,
Kids Open Studio is a special place for families and kids to connect with their creativity while playing boundlessly with art materials, concepts, techniques and challenges! Kids ages 3-6 must be accompanied by a parent; ages 7-10 can be dropped off for an opportunity to explore with their peers! Each drop-in class explores a new project based on the quarter’s theme. Register prior to class or pay by credit card on the day of class.
emotionally and cognitively. Share your concerns and joys with
INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria
other parents and learn together how to navigate this exciting time
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
of growth and development for your child.
$10: 1 class
INSTRUCTOR : Kathy Faut
Class 37094
Sat
10:00am-11:30am
9/16
LOCATION : Civic Park Preschool, Park Place
Class 37095
Sat
10:00am-11:30am
10/14
Class 37096
Sat
10:00am-11:30am
11/11
$139: 10 classes
Class 37016
Thu
12:30pm-2:00pm
9/14-11/16 AG ES 4 -7
I Can Do It Art Studio art instruction for older preschool children. Young artists use their imaginations and learn new skills to create their own works of art. Lots of art materials to explore--paints, clay, wood, chalk, pens, etc.,--as they draw, paint, and explore new media. A wonderful class for developing creativity and confidence. Activities change each quarter.
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INSTRUCTOR : Ida Thaler LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
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$95: 10 classes
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Class 37105
Wed
4:00pm-5:00pm
9/13-11/15
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Class 37106
Wed
5:00pm-6:00pm
9/13-11/15
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Youth AG ES 5 -7
Primary Colors Studio art for primary school age children. Drawing, painting and sculpting techniques will be learned as children explore the basic design concepts of line, shape, color, texture and more. Sculpture and collage projects included. Completion of I Can Do it Art recommended. Children repeating this class will complete extended projects that provide further independent growth and development. INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria LOCATION : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center $95: 10 classes
Class 37107
Tue
4:30pm-5:30pm
9/12-11/14
AG ES 5 - 8
Makers Series: Jingle-Jangle Art Tis the season to paint and sculpt beautiful holiday ornaments and gifts. INSTRUCTOR : Lisa Taft LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center $34: 1 class
AG ES 5 -7
Class 37092
Mixed Media Mash-up Student artists will experiment with a new medium and a new project every week. Draw, paint and sculpt little masterpieces and learn different ways to express yourself, as well as learn how a
Sat
1:00pm-4:00pm
12/16
AG ES 5 - 8
Makers Series: Snow Art
variety of materials work. Modern masters will be our inspiration.
Explore winter by creating! We will be painting and sculpting this
Media include pastel, watercolor, air dry clay, mixed media,
special season. Snow people and creatures will be sculpted and
printmaking and more.
include in a special winter centerpiece.
INSTRUCTOR : Casey Rasmussen White
INSTRUCTOR : Lisa Taft
LOCATION : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
$95: 10 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
$34: 1 class
Class 37119
4:00pm-5:00pm
Class 37093
Wed
9/13-11/15
AG ES 5 -7
Sat
1:00pm-4:00pm
12/9
AG ES 5 - 8
Observe and Imagine
Wrapanimal Zoo
Close looking and wild invention are at the heart of this drawing
Learn a new way to make a zoo full of animals. We will be
class. Students will be introduced to a wide variety of drawing
wrapping our special sculptures and constructing and painting a
media as they play drawing games, invent insects, design their
home for them to live in.
own city, and draw tiny objects using a magnifying glass. We’ll look at drawings made by different artists and discuss what we see, leading the way to inspire them in their own work.
INSTRUCTOR : Lisa Taft LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center $34: 1 class
INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria
Class 37122
LOCATION : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center
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$95: 10 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 37108
6:00pm-7:00pm
Tue
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Sat
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/23
Youth AG ES 5 - 1 0
AG ES 6 - 1 2
Minecraft Mixed Media
Bird Wonder
Students will bring their personal Minecraft worlds to life and use
Join us while we learn how to illustrate and paint live and
them as inspiration for a variety of mixed media projects, bringing
taxidermy birds! Live pigeons, a chicken, and more will be
their creations into the real world. They will learn traditional
available for students to explore and get to know up close and
painting techniques and color theory, as well basic clay modeling.
personal. Learn about the habitats and peculiar behaviors of different avian species. Along the way, students will develop
INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria
techniques in realistic painting and drawing and execute
LOCATION : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center
beautifully polished scientific works of art.
$89: 9 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 37091
5:15pm-6:15pm
Fri
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10
INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria LOCATION : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center $95: 10 classes
Class 37121
AG ES 5 - 1 6
Homeschool Mixed Media
Sat
1:00pm-2:00pm
9/16-11/18
A G E S 7- 1 0
Work with a variety of fine art media and learn new painting and drawing techniques! Paint and draw live animals, explore 2d
Beginning Cartooning
media, printmaking, weaving, sewing, and object making. A great
Learn the basic drawing skills needed to create cartoon characters
place to meet fellow homeschoolers and make new friends!
and stories that are the foundation of successful cartooning. Expressive faces and bodies in action will be explored, along with
INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria
creative viewpoints and settings. Media include pencil, pen and
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
ink, brush painting, markers and watercolor. Repeating students
$117: 10 classes
Class 37088
Thu
will have the opportunity to create and work on projects with 1:00pm-2:30pm
9/14-11/16
instructor. INSTRUCTOR : Timothy Hancock
AG ES 6 - 1 0
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
Tinkering
$97: 10 classes
No rules and no expectations! Tinkering is a time for exploration
Class 37099
Tue
4:00pm-5:00pm
9/12-11/14
and creativity. Have access to a variety of new and exciting materials each week to use to create whatever one can imagine. Wood, paper, paint, foam, cardboard, clay‌the media list goes on. Kids can get messy and have the freedom to explore through
A G E S 7- 1 1
Color and Pattern We will begin with a dive into color mixing with paint, observing
process and with guidance from their instructor.
how colors behave in relation to each other. Students will work
INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria
with acrylics and watercolor. They will use these mediums in a
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
series of projects that emphasize color and pattern. Students will
$95: 10 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
collage with painted papers as well as creating copies of master
Class 37087
4:30pm-5:30pm
works.
Wed
9/13-11/15
INSTRUCTOR : Heloise Levy LOCATION : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center $87: 8 classes
Class 37120
Thu
4:00pm-5:00pm
9/21-11/9
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Youth AG ES 8 - 1 2
Masters & Contemporary Painters Studio Visit the works of a different artist each week and examine their techniques and methods of working with the medium. Focus on an important piece of that artist’s body of work. Children often find these studies and exercises to be huge confidence builders, exposing them to new approaches to their own creative expression. Work in both acrylic and oil paint, selecting artists from Michelangelo to Picasso. Recommended completion of Paint Box or similar class. INSTRUCTOR : Karen Kelly LOCATION Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center $117: 10 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 37089
3:30pm-5:00pm
Thu
9/14-11/16
AG ES 8 - 1 2
Basic Anime/Manga Cartooning Are you interested in Japanese anime/manga cartooning? This popular style of drawing is very dramatic with lots of engaging
AG ES 8 - 1 2
Acrylic & Oil Painting for Homeschoolers
characters involved in a variety of adventures. You will learn
For students who have had some painting experience and are
the basics, using existing characters and the techniques needed
interested in learning to paint with oil paint (water-based) and/or
to create your own. You will explore poses, basic anatomy,
further explore acrylic paint. Color mixing, light, form, texture and
composition, paneling, coloring and much more. Students are
composition will be explored.
encouraged to take courses for consecutive quarters to see their illustration skills grow. Content of class will change from quarter to quarter.
INSTRUCTOR : Karen Kelly LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center $141: 9 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
INSTRUCTOR : Warren Paylado
Class 37356
1:30pm-3:00pm
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
No class 11/10
Fri
9/15-11/17
$96: 10 classes
Class 37097
Mon
4:00pm-5:00pm
9/11-11/13
AG ES 8 - 1 3
Drawing and Cartooning AG ES 8 - 1 2
Fantastic Animals and How to Draw Them
anime/manga character designs and story illustrations. Learn advanced drawing techniques, storytelling, and the process of
Let’s venture through the world of fantastic animals and learn
making an illustration. Create and develop characters, settings and
how to draw creatures from all genres. From studios like Pixar,
environments using perspective and other cartooning techniques.
Disney, Studio Ghibli and animals from Harry Potter and Pokemon. We’ll go through step by step instructions utilizing Gesture, Construction, Anatomy and Technique to explore everything from anime characters like Totoro’s Cat bus, Pixar dragons, and all things in between. We’ll cover realistic and cartooning techniques throughout the course. You provide the imagination and we’ll take those fantastic animals and show you how to draw them! INSTRUCTOR : Warren Paylado LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center $96: 10 classes
Class 37101 16
Take your fun ideas and turn them into finished cartoons, comics,
Thu
4:00pm-5:00pm
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INSTRUCTOR : Timothy Hancock LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center $125: 10 classes
Class 37100
Tue
5:00pm-6:30pm
9/12-11/14
Youth AG ES 1 0 - 1 6
AG ES 1 2 - 1 7
Beginning Portrait Drawing
Character Design
In Beginning Portrait Drawing for the young artist, students will
Do you love to draw characters from your favorite cartoons, TV
explore the use of light and shadow, shapes, line, measurements
shows, movies, video games or books? We’ll go through step-by-
& textures with graphite, charcoal and pastels to create realistic
step instructions utilizing Gesture, Construction, Anatomy and
portraits from photographs.
Technique (G.C.A.T.). We’ll explore everything from super heroes, science fiction, fantasy, anime, pop culture and much more!
INSTRUCTOR : Karen Kelly
This class will help with basic anatomy drawings such as hands,
LOCATION : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center
hairstyles, clothing, drapery, dynamic posing, setting up shots, etc.
$105: 9 classes
Class 37090
Fri
You provide the passion to draw and we’ll do the rest. 3:30pm-5:00pm
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10
INSTRUCTOR : Warren Paylado LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center $125: 10 classes
AG ES 1 2 - 1 6
Class 37102
Teen Drawing & Painting For young artists interested in taking their drawing and painting to a higher level. Explore a variety of subjects, developing an understanding of form, composition, line, light/shadow,
Thu
5:00pm-6:30pm
9/14-11/16
AG ES 1 3 - 1 7
Teen Anime/Manga Cartooning
perspective and color. Students may work at the easel, initially
Continue your journey into the Japanese art of anime/manga
focusing on basic techniques, then moving on to more complex
taking your characters and stories to the next level. This class
projects. Students are exposed to a variety of mediums including
will focus on elements of graphic design, character and creature
acrylics, oils, charcoal pencil, and watercolor. Continuing students
development, basic anatomy, poses, expressive and gestural
receive individual help in their areas of interest and medium of
drawing, storyboarding, game development and more. This class
their choice.
is for students who are at an intermediate or advanced level with strong drawing and composition skills. Students are encouraged to
INSTRUCTOR : Patsy Taylor
take courses for consecutive quarters to see their illustration skills
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
grow. Content of class will change from quarter to quarter.
$155: 11 classes
$20 supply fee due at first class
Class 36965
4:15pm-6:15pm
Tue
9/12-12/5
No class 10/3, 11/21
INSTRUCTOR : Warren Paylado LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center $125: 10 classes
Class 37098
AG ES 1 2 - 1 6
Mon
5:00pm-6:30pm
9/11-11/13
Fun Fantastic Portraits Students will learn the basics of portraiture by looking at artists of the past and present, and learning painting and drawing techniques that are specifically catered to portraiture. Acrylic, watercolor, pastel, and charcoal are used.
AG ES 1 3 - 1 8
Draw and Paint Live Owls This mixed media workshop will explore how to capture the likeness of these nocturnal birds of prey. Along the way you will
INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria
get to observe our subjects up close and personal while learning
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
about their lifestyle, habitat, feeding habits and other interesting
$141: 9 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37371
6:30pm-8:00pm
Fri
No class 11/10
9/15-11/17
facts. Learn various avian drawing and watercolor painting techniques that will help you along the way to creating your masterpiece! This workshop is a collaboration with the Lindsay Wildlife Experience. INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria LOCATION : Classroom, Lindsay Wildlife Experience $34: 1 class
Class 37305
Mon
4:00pm-7:00pm
10/23
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HEALTH & FITNESS
FOOD & COOKING
AG ES 1 . 5 - 3
AG ES 4 - 1 0
We Teach Your Kids to Cook
Gymnastics-Parent/Child
Cooking with Kids inspires kids to enjoy healthy food! Kids eat
This popular class will enhance your child’s motor development and
what they cook. Our goal is to make your children fall in love with
confidence. Emphasis is on movement, rolling, climbing, hanging and
healthy eating. Young chefs have fun while learning a valuable life
jumping. Parent participation required.
skill. Class includes how to grocery shop, understand food labels, work safely in the kitchen, work in a team proper clean up and more. Wear closed toed shoes and bring an apron.
LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $83: 5 classes
INSTRUCTOR : Cooking with Kids Foundation LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $265: 5 classes
INSTRUCTOR : CGS Gymnastics Services, Inc.
Class 37006
Tue
9:30am-10:15am
9/12-10/10
Class 37007
Tue
9:30am-10:15am
10/17-11/14
9:30am-10:15am
11/21-12/12
$17 supply fee due at first class
Class 36824
Mon
1:30pm-3:00pm
10/16-11/13
ages 4-5
Class 36825
Mon
4:00pm-5:30pm
10/16-11/13
ages 6-10
$67: 4 classes
Class 37008
Tue
AG ES 3 - 5
AG ES 6 - 1 7
Chocolate Torte for Parent and Child
Gymnastics-Preschool
Build this delicious chocolate torte in layers together with your
Classes are designed to enhance your child’s strength, coordination
child and be as creative as you like. Shape torte like a star and/
and confidence. Emphasis is placed on beginning gymnastics skills
or decorate as you wish with available edible items. Class creates
and equipment use.
a great opportunity for parents and children to have a good time
INSTRUCTOR : CGS Gymnastics Services, Inc.
while inspiring and helping each other. Take it home and surprise the family! Class fee and supply fee covers both parent/child. Please register under child’s name INSTRUCTOR : Nora Frazier
LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $83: 5 classes
Class 37009
Tue
10:15am-11:00am
9/12-10/10
Class 37010
Tue
10:15am-11:00am
10/17-11/14
10:15am-11:00am
11/21-12/12
LOCATION : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center $55: 1 class $28: Additional sibling discount $16 supply fee due at class
Class 37185
Sat
10:00am-1:00pm
$67: 4 classes
Class 37011
Tue
12/16 AG ES 4 - 1 2
A G E S 7- 1 1
NEW | Zumba® Kids
NEW | Sprouts Cooking Club
Zumba Kids classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original
Join a delicious journey from ground to plate! Sprouts Chefs will
choreography. We break down the steps and add games and activities
be leading your aspiring chef on a culinary adventure into our own
along with cultural exploration elements. Zumba helps develop a
backyards! Your child will do everything hands-on; from prep work
healthy lifestyle while incorporating child development elements
and cooking, to tasting and sharing their culinary creations with
such as confidence, self-esteem, creativity, coordination, and cultural
others! Our culinary adventurers will explore our own backyards
awareness. Wear gym shoes and comfortable clothing.
to discover the season’s best produce and be inspired by local flavors! Each child will master essential knife safety and cooking techniques as well as Sprouts’ kitchen safety guidelines.*
INSTRUCTOR : Berrin Kandilici LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $75: 6 classes
INSTRUCTOR : Sprouts Cooking Club LOCATION : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center
Class 37318
Wed
3:45pm-4:30pm
9/13-10/18
ages 4-6
Class 37319
Wed
3:45pm-4:30pm
10/25-12/6
ages 4-6
$263: 8 classes
$25 supply fee due at first class
No class 11/22
Class 37184
3:30pm-5:00pm
Class 37321
Wed
4:45pm-5:30pm
9/13-10/18
ages 7-12
Class 37322
Wed
4:45pm-5:30pm
10/25-12/6
ages 7-12
Fri
9/15-11/3
*Bring Chef’s Kit (rag, apron, knife, cutting board and peeler) to class.
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MARTIAL ARTS
MUSIC
AG ES 3 - 6
Tiny Tigers Karate This program is a good base for your child’s journey into martial arts. Each week is themed and focuses on specific skills in a fun, learning environment. Instructors are all black belts with over five years of teaching experience. Classes are broken down into groups based on age if necessary. Participants will need to purchase a uniform on the first day of class for $35. INSTRUCTOR : Delta Martial Arts and Athletics LOCATION : Studio, Delta Martial Arts & Athletics $69: 6 classes
Class 37032
Mon
6:00pm-6:30pm
9/11-10/16
Class 37037
Mon
6:00pm-6:30pm
10/23-12/4
No class 11/20
Class 37033
Tue
3:30pm-4:00pm
9/12-10/17
Class 37034
Tue
3:30pm-4:00pm
10/24-12/12
No class 10/31, 11/21
Class 37035
Thu
5:00pm-5:30pm
9/14-10/19
Class 37036
Thu
5:00pm-5:30pm
10/26-12/7
AG ES 3 m os - 5
Music Together Consistent winner of local/national awards, Music Together is the gold standard in early childhood music education. Download our
No class 11/23
free “Hello Everybody” app to hear our music and find out more. Fun for parents/adult caregivers and babies/toddlers/preschoolers
A G E S 7- 1 2
Karate Kids
together working on the basic skills of singing in tune and sense of
All of our Karate Kids are taught in a professional facility dedicated
and group activities. Supply fee includes CDs, digital downloads
to small class sizes and methods focused on the challenges of
and songbook extending the music into your home. Call
school-aged children. Through fun drills and exercises your child
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rhythm. Our family classes feature songs, instruments, movement
will develop self-esteem, self-discipline, safety awareness, respect and increased athletic abilities. Participants will need to purchase a uniform on the first day of class for $35.
INSTRUCTOR : Music Together Tri-Valley, Inc. LOCATION : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium
INSTRUCTOR : Delta Martial Arts and Athletics
$215: 10 classes $143: Siblings over 8 months $45 supply fee per family due at first class
LOCATION : Studio, Delta Martial Arts & Athletics
Class 37026
Mon
5:00pm-5:45pm
9/11-11/13
$81: 6 classes
Class 37018
Mon
6:00pm-6:45pm
9/11-11/13
Tue
4:00pm-4:45pm
9/12-11/21
5:00pm-5:45pm
9/12-11/21
6:00pm-6:45pm
9/12-11/21
Class 37038
Mon
4:00pm-4:40pm
9/11-10/16
Class 37114
Class 37039
Mon
4:00pm-4:40pm
10/23-12/4
No class 10/31
No class 11/20
Class 37020
Class 37040
Tue
6:30pm-7:15pm
9/12-10/17
No class 10/31
Class 37041
Tue
6:30pm-7:15pm
10/24-12/12
No class 10/31, 11/21
Class 37021
Tue Tue
No class 10/31
Class 37019
Sat
9:00am-9:45am
9/16-11/18
Class 37024
Sat
10:00am-10:45am
9/16-11/18
Class 37025
Sat
11:00am-11:45am
9/16-11/18
$67: 3 classes $45: Siblings over 8 months $15 supply fee per family due at first class
Class 37022
Sat
9:00am-9:45am
12/2-12/16
Class 37023
Sat
10:00am-10:45am
12/2-12/16
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Youth AG ES 4 - 5
Music Makers Our class will build on your child’s growing independence and developing competencies. There will be a stronger emphasize on vocal, rhythmic and ensemble development with lots of fun activities to foster musical growth. Your child will have the opportunity to participate actively in learning songs, dancing, playing rhythm instruments, listening and movement activities, and stories that build on the young child’s need for language and creative expression. INSTRUCTOR : Cynthia Schultz LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center $95: 10 classes
$22 supply fee due at first class.
Class 37220
1:00pm-1:45pm
Tue
9/12-11/14
AG ES 4 - 5
Petite Pianist: Parent/Child In this beginning piano class your child will be introduced to basic piano skills, notation and rhythm in a supportive, hands-on learning
AG ES 1 -2 . 5
Tuneful Toddlers-Parent/Child In the world of toddlers, movement and exploration are their greatest need and music fits right in! Your toddler will be absorbed
environment. Must have a piano or keyboard at home to practice. INSTRUCTOR : Stephen Evans LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
in a fun musical environment, which supports all areas of musical
$115: 10 classes
$12.50 supply fee due at first class
development through research-based activities. Through singing,
Class 37207
12:00pm-12:45pm
Wed
9/13-11/15
finger plays, rhythm activities, dancing, instrument playing, and focused listening the foundations of musical learning will be encouraged and nurtured, making this a very special music time. INSTRUCTOR : Cynthia Schultz LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center $95: 10 classes
Class 37218
Tue
AG ES 4 - 6
Intro to Suzuki Violin Join us for a fun-filled class with parents. Learn violin fundamentals, posture, finger movements, bowing directions, rhythms and respectful behavior through games and songs. Begin to play
9:30am-10:00am
9/12-11/14
simple melodies in the manner of the Suzuki method. Instruments discussed at first class.
AG ES 1 - 5
INSTRUCTOR : Tonya Lei
Family Music
LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
Celebrate the joy of music making with your child in this fun,
$119: 10 classes
mixed age music class that siblings can attend together! Important
Class 37200
musical concepts will be presented and reinforced in an engaging and nurturing environment through singing, instrument playing, dance and rhythm activities. Experience the advantages of everyone interacting, bonding, enjoying, and learning together. Siblings 9 months and under are free. INSTRUCTOR : Cynthia Schultz LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center $95: 10 classes
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Class 37219
Tue
10:15am-11:00am
9/12-11/14
Class 37221
Wed
10:30am-11:15am
9/13-11/15
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9/11-11/13
Youth AG ES 4 - 6
AG ES 5 - 1 0
Ukulele for Kids
Guitar for Kids (Beg)
Learn the basics of music on a fun instrument the perfect size
Learn the basics of guitar, from holding it to playing basic chords.
for little hands! You will learn how to hold the instrument, basic
You will have the opportunity to play and sing along to all styles of
notes and chords, strumming patterns and rhythms. We will play
music from nursery rhymes to popular music. Through easy to learn
and sing our favorite songs while learning the basics of ukulele.
music theory and rhythm exercise, you’ll be having fun rocking out
Instruments will be discussed at first class. You will need to buy or
in no time. Bring your own acoustic guitar to class.
rent your own.
INSTRUCTOR : John Waller
INSTRUCTOR : Jonathan Mendle
LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center $101: 10 classes
Class 37199
Mon
1:30pm-2:15pm
$101: 10 classes
$5 supply fee due at first class
Class 37212
4:30pm-5:20pm
Thu
9/14-11/16
9/11-11/13 AG ES 5 - 1 1
AG ES 5 -7
Let It Go! Singing for Homeschoolers
Little Voices
This is a music appreciation class emphasizing vocal development
Do you love to sing? Are you interested in learning more about
and learning vocal technique, vocal range and breath control.
music and how to use your own instrument that you carry with
Students will be exposed to different composers, various genres
you every day? Then come join us in a fun, structured and
and styles of music. Have confidence when singing. Most important,
supportive environment where we’ll learn the different elements
have fun singing as a group!
of music including rhythm, dynamics, tempo and of course, how INSTRUCTOR : Ivanna Taratula
to sing.
LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center INSTRUCTOR : Victoria Taylor LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center $120: 10 classes
Class 37205
Tue
5:00pm-5:45pm
9/12-11/14
Class 37215
Fri
12:00pm-1:00pm
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10
AG ES 6 - 9
AG ES 5 - 1 0
Introduction to Piano for Children
Drumming for Fun This class is designed to inspire children to explore their musical curiosity using a variety of hand drums. It emphasizes exposure to fun musical experiences and introduces basic rhythmic and beat
In this beginning piano class, your child will be introduced to basic piano skills, notation and rhythm in a supportive, hands-on learning environment. Must have a piano or keyboard for at home practice. LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
patterns.
INSTRUCTOR : Cynthia Schultz
INSTRUCTOR : John Waller LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center $123: 10 classes
Class 37213
$120: 9 classes
Thu
5:30pm-6:20pm
9/14-11/16
$113: 10 classes
$8.50 supply fee due at first class
Class 37210
4:30pm-5:20pm
Wed
9/13-11/15
INSTRUCTOR : Stephen Evans $113: 10 classes
$8.50 supply fee due at first class
Class 37214
3:00pm-3:50pm
Thu
9/14-11/16
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Youth A G E S 7- 1 6
Homeschool Acoustic Guitar Aspirations to learn acoustic guitar? Dreams of becoming a songwriter? In acoustic beginners, we will learn the fundamentals of guitar and improve your finger dexterity while exploring strumming patterns and learning some classic acoustic songs. We will study how the guitar works and learn its use in an ensemble. Playing and singing is welcome! All you’ll need is your guitar and a pick to get started. INSTRUCTOR : Jake Nunn LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center $101: 10 classes
$5 supply fee due at first class
Class 37208
2:00pm-3:00pm
Wed
9/13-11/15
A G E S 7- 1 1
Youth Chorus
A G E S 7- 1 8
Join Walnut Creek’s new Youth Chorus. In this class students will
Community Arts Youth Orchestra
meet others who love to sing, learn how to sing in a group setting,
Members of the Community Arts Youth Orchestra-Intermediate group
and even have a chance to perform! No experience necessary and
will sharpen orchestral playing skills while enjoying camaraderie,
all levels are welcome.
teamwork and ensemble experience and work toward musical excellence. A suite of successively more advanced orchestral
INSTRUCTOR : Rhonda Crane LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center $117: 10 classes
Class 37201
Mon
experiences culminates with the teen level Advanced Orchestra that will perform challenging music and accompany renowned guest artists. Request full information by calling (925) 943-5846.
6:00pm-7:00pm
9/11-11/13
No pre-auditions; seating audition is held in early October. INSTRUCTOR : Rem Djemilev
A G E S 7- 1 2
LOCATION : Auditorium, Shadelands Art Center
Introduction to Ukulele You will learn chords, strumming and basic music theory to help
Intermediate (Ages 7-13)
make learning the ukulele fun and enjoyable. Students must rent
$380: 33 classes
or buy their own ukulele.
Class 37285
Tue
5:00pm-6:15pm
9/12-5/22
INSTRUCTOR : Jake Nunn LOCATION Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
Advanced (Ages 11-18)
$101: 10 classes
$5 supply fee due at first class
$513: 33 classes
Class 37209
3:30pm-4:20pm
Class 37286
Wed
9/13-11/15
6:30pm-8:30pm
9/12-5/22
AG ES 9 - 1 3
A G E S 7- 1 4
Violin Ensemble (Beg)
Guitar for Tweens (Beg)
An introduction to the violin in a supportive group. Learn how to
Learn some of the basics and discover how fun and easy the guitar
hold the violin, read notes, and play simple melodies in a friendly,
can be! Proper technique, tone production, tuning, note reading and
fun setting. Enrollment limited. Rental of instruments to be
single line melodic playing. Move on to ensemble playing and basic
discussed at first class.
solo repertoire. No experience in music or guitar necessary. Note: Nylon string classical guitar in appropriate size is required.
INSTRUCTOR : Rem Djemilev LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37216
Fri
INSTRUCTOR : Jonathan Mendle LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
$111: 9 classes
3:30pm-4:15pm
No class 11/10
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$101: 10 classes
Class 37206
Tue
6:00pm-7:00pm
9/12-11/14
Youth AG ES 1 0 - 1 8
A G E S 1 2 & up
Rock Guitar 101
Flock of Flutes
For beginners of electric guitar and lovers of rock music. We will
Join the Flock and soar with the East Bay’s only flute choir.
learn techniques and exercises to improve your finger strength
Enhance your performing opportunities and become a better
and speed for lead and rhythm guitar, as well as learn iconic riffs
flutist. Prerequisite: three years playing experience, good rhythm,
and songs from some of the most beloved rock bands in history.
tone and sight reading skills. Mid-year enrollment is possible.
All you need is your guitar and a small practice amp. Let’s rock!
Please call (415) 200-6617 for audition to be scheduled by appointment only.
INSTRUCTOR : Jake Nunn LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Monica Williams
$101: 10 classes
LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37211
Wed
5:30pm-6:30pm
9/13-11/15
$377: 32 classes
Class 37294
Tue
7:30pm-9:00pm
9/19-5/29
A G E S 1 1 & up A G E S 1 4 & up
Teen Singing This class is designed to introduce the basic technique of singing
Guitar for Adults (Beg)
in a fun and supportive environment. Students will learn about
Learn to play a perennial instrument, including effective playing
body awareness and alignment, breath support, singing with
postures, finger style and pick style techniques, reading tablature
more freedom and control, musical tone quality and how to care
and standard music notation, while playing beautiful melodies.
for the voice. Through the use of vocal exercises we will address
Acoustic nylon or steel string guitars preferred but electric guitars
breathing, pitch and intonation, shaping of vowels and common
are acceptable if accompanied with a small practice amplifier.
vocal problems.
Open to teens and adults. No experience necessary.
INSTRUCTOR : Kelly Mustain
INSTRUCTOR : Jonathan Mendle
LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
$116: 10 classes
$123: 10 classes
Class 37204
Tue
3:30pm-4:15pm
9/12-11/14
A G E S 1 2 & up
Class 37222
Mon
7:00pm-8:00pm
9/11-11/13
A G E S 1 7 & up
Community Chorus
Jazz Band Ensemble
Join Walnut Creek’s new Community Chorus. In this class students
Feel the thrill of being part of a full jazz ensemble. Play music of
will meet others who love to sing, learn how to sing in a group
the jazz masters from the 1930s to the present day. At least four
setting, and even have a chance to perform! No experience
years of experience, knowledge of all 12 major scales and sight-
necessary and all levels are welcome!
reading skills are required. A payment plan is available. Auditions required. Please call (925) 676-8203 for more information.
INSTRUCTOR : Rhonda Crane LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Max Pricco
$117: 10 classes
LOCATION : Auditorium, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37202
Mon
7:15pm-8:15pm
9/11-11/13
$393: 32 classes
Class 37291
Thu
7:30pm-9:30pm
9/14-5/24
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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
AG ES 3 - 4 . 5
Little Lits II This is an enriching early literacy class for pre-kinders. The storytime based sessions will cover themes related to the environment and our world, like seasons, animals, trees, and our earth. We will have fun, interactive picture book readings, songs and movement, crafts, and several literacy activities, all emphasizing on vital language and reading skills. The class will encourage a love for books and a curiosity to learn, while opening up our world for young children. A parent or caregiver must stay in class. No unregistered siblings. INSTRUCTOR : Meera Sriram LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $125: 6 classes
Class 37112
Thu
10:45am-11:45am
9/14-10/19
Class 37113
Thu
10:45am-11:45am
10/26-12/14
No class 11/2, 11/23
AG ES 3 - 6
French Language, Art and Culture What is more fun for a young child to learn a new language than with hands on art activities! Preschoolers learn about the French culture while exploring their artistic skills. Inspired by various famous French artists, students express themselves in French using their imagination to create an art piece through different techniques and media, such as, drawing, painting, collage, charcoal, watercolor, oil pastel and acrylic. Students listen to French stories, songs and learn classic French dances. Each class ends with a “taste of France� snack. INSTRUCTOR : Ghenwa Serhan LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
AG ES 2 1 m os - 3
Little Lits I In this story-time based toddler class, children will be introduced to preschool themes through music and books. Wonderful readalouds, rhymes, storyboards, and movement and finger play, will prepare children for a life-long love of reading and learning.
$308: 7 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 36937
9:00am-12:00pm
Tue
9/12-10/31
No class 9/19 $265: 6 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 36938
9:00am-12:00pm
Tue
11/7-12/12
This gentle and interactive class will also include a simple craft or activity and some stay-and-read time. You will take home songs to sing, book titles to read, and craft ideas. A parent or caregiver must stay in class. No unregistered siblings. INSTRUCTOR : Meera Sriram LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $103: 6 classes
Class 37110
Thu
9:45am-10:30am
9/14-10/19
Class 37111
Thu
9:45am-10:30am
10/26-12/14
No class 11/2, 11/23
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AG ES 4 - 1 0
AG ES 6 - 1 0
NEW | Beginning Circus Skills
Chess Academy for Kids!
Have you ever dreamt of running away and joining the circus?
Learn chess with Pacific Chess Academy! This is a great opportunity
Here’s your big break! In this fun five-week course, your little circus
for kids to learn how to overcome obstacles, think strategically,
monkey will begin the basics of Chinese plate spinning, feather
and stay focused. Specifically designed for young players with little
balancing, comedic clowning, and even rolling globe--learning to
or no experience, the course offers video lessons, easy-to-follow
walk and balance on a giant ball! (All under the supervision of their
instructions, individual recommendations, and preparation to chess
experienced ringmaster, of course). On the final day, come enjoy
tournaments. The use of the modern technology (projectors, iPad,
a small performance starring your children and all the fun skills
teaching software) makes the learning process easy, fast, and fun!
they’ve learned! This is one unique class you won’t want to miss!
All equipment (boards and pieces, clocks, demo tools) provided. Participants receive certificates and trophies!
INSTRUCTOR : The Bay Area Party Company LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
INSTRUCTOR : Pacific Chess Academy
$128: 5 classes
LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
Class 37327
Wed
3:45pm-4:45pm
9/27-10/25
Ages 4-6
$143: 9 classes
Class 37328
Wed
5:00pm-6:00pm
9/27-10/25
Ages 7-10
Class 37117
Tue
6:00pm-7:00pm
9/26-11/28
No class 10/31.
AG ES 5 - 1 2 AG ES 1 0 - 1 5
Kids’ Carpentry Lifetime carpentry skills such as problem-solving, measuring and
Babysitting for Beginners
applied mathematics are taught in a fun, supportive atmosphere.
Learn the skills needed to be a trusted and responsible babysitter.
The safe- use of woodworking hand tools is emphasized while
Learn all about child development, bedtime strategies, discipline,
boys and girls, Kindergarten-7th grade, work together on boats,
how to get jobs, and ways to make babysitting fun for you and the
bird feeders, doll furniture, games, clocks and more. Program may
kids. Basic first aid, general safety, and what to do in an emergency
be taken year-round with different projects offered each session.
will also be covered. Students should dress to play and bring a
Our motto is building confidence and teaching with respect and
lunch. Students will receive a certificate of completion.
humor in a safe and happy environment.
INSTRUCTOR : Suzy McCreary
INSTRUCTOR : Director Michael Glass
LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
$51: 1 class
$158: 8 classes
$50 supply fee due at first class
Class 36876
Class 36769
3:00pm-4:00pm
9/14-11/9
4:00pm-5:00pm
9/14-11/9
5:00pm-6:00pm
9/14-11/9
Thu
Sun
9:00am-2:00pm
10/8
No class 9/21
Class 36770
Thu
No class 9/21
Class 36771
Thu
No class 9/21
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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH
AG ES 6 - 1 2
AG ES 2 - 4
NEW | Tiny Tot Science Introduce your little ones to the exciting world of science. Each
NEW | Fun with Robotic ProgrammingSensors
week we will explore a new topic, and will include a story, songs,
Have fun learning how to program a robotic ball! Write code
and hands-on science experiments specifically tailored for this
to make it understand input from its sensors and react to it by
young and curious age group. This supportive environment will
zooming away or changing its color. Students will learn the
allow children to develop fine motor skills and grow a love for
fundamentals of computer programming and will see how the
science. Parent-participation required.
commands that they issue directly control the robotic ball. All necessary equipment will be provided for use during class. Great
INSTRUCTOR : Maria Kapadia LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $105: 6 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 36875
10:00am-11:00am
Fri
9/29-11/3
for beginners or continuing students. No prerequisites required. INSTRUCTOR : Fun with Academics LLC LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center $178: 5 classes
Class 37326
Tue
3:30pm-4:30pm
11/7-12/5
AG ES 6 - 1 2
NEW | ALOHA Mind Math class
AG ES 6 - 1 2
Kids find learning math on the abacus fun! Your child will learn to do math on the abacus and practice mental math techniques. Watch your child be inspired to develop confidence and agility in math. This hands-on, engaging class will broaden your child’s understanding of math as they realize they can be math rock stars.
NEW | Fun with Robotic ProgrammingZoom, Zoom Have fun learning how to program a robotic ball! Write code to make it move, spin, change colors, and find its way out of a maze.
Abacus and workbook included.
Students will learn the fundamentals of computer programming
INSTRUCTOR : Aloha Mind Math
the robotic ball. All necessary equipment will be provided for
LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
use during class. Great for beginners or continuing students. No
$199: 8 classes
prerequisites required.
Class 37128
Mon
3:30pm-4:30pm
and will see how the commands that they issue directly control
9/25-11/13
INSTRUCTOR : Fun with Academics LLC LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center $178: 5 classes
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SPORTS
AG ES 3 - 5
NEW | Skyhawks Tot Sports This multi-sport tot program combines soccer, baseball, basketball,
AG ES 1 . 5 - 3
and track & field; allowing young athletes to discover a passion
Wee Hoop -Dribblers
for a variety of sports in one fun-filled setting. Participants explore
This parent-interactive class develops gross motor skills and
balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork,
coordination pertinent to the game of basketball. Children
sportsmanship, and sport specific skill development through
experience the joy of mastering a skill through repetition. Activities
a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and games. Our
include catching bubbles and organized games that help develop
progressive curriculum, modified equipment, and highly trained
listening skills. Parent participation required. Participants will need
staff provide a safe environment where kids can develop at their
to purchase a Wee Hoop basketball on the first day of class for $8.
own pace. All participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and awards medal.
INSTRUCTOR : Wee Hoop
INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks
LOCATION : Court 1, Tice Valley Gymnasium
LOCATION : Field 3, Heather Farm Park
$78: 5 classes
Class 37002
Tue
9:45am-10:20am
9/19-10/17
$203: 10 classes
Class 37003
Tue
9:45am-10:20am
10/24-11/21
Class 37170
Fri
10:45am-11:30am
9/29-12/15
No class 11/10, 11/24
AG ES 2 . 5 - 3
NEW | Skyhawks Parent & Me Sports
LOCATION : Soccer Field, Tice Valley Gymnasium $203: 10 classes
This multi-sport tot program was designed to give kids a positive
Class 37169
first step into athletics. Using modified equipment, participants
No class 11/9, 11/23
Thu
10:15am-11:00am
9/28-12/14
discover the basics of baseball, basketball, soccer, and track & field. Skyhawks patient and knowledgeable staff provide a safe and positive environment where kids can develop at their own pace. All participants receive a Skyhawks T-Shirt and Medal. Program includes parent participation.
AG ES 3 . 5 - 5
Skyhawks Preschool Sports Sports include baseball, basketball, soccer, and track & field. This
INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks
multi-sport tot program was created to give young athletes the
LOCATION : Field 3, Heather Farm Park
skills, confidence, and passion necessary to take the next step in athletics. Through a series of fast-paced instructional circuits
$203: 10 classes
Class 37280
Fri
and developmental games, participants learn the fundamentals 10:15am-10:40am
9/29-12/15
No class 11/10, 11/24
of baseball, basketball, soccer, and track & field. All participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and medal. INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks LOCATION : Field 3, Heather Farm Park $203: 10 classes
Class 37278
Fri
11:45am-12:30pm
9/29-12/15
No class 11/10, 11/24 LOCATION : Soccer Field, Tice Valley Gymnasium $203: 10 classes
Class 37279
Thu
11:15am-12:00pm
9/28-12/14
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AG ES 4 - 5
A G E S 7- 1 5
Wee Hoop-Hot Shots
Youth Badminton, Chess & Table Tennis
Wee Hoop is designed to provide children with a positive
Saturday programs for youth include badminton, chess, table ten-
basketball experience while promoting an active lifestyle. This
nis or a combination of badminton/table tennis, badminton/chess
class places an emphasis on developing basketball skills and
or chess/table tennis.
learning basic rules of the game. The activities in this class will encourage teamwork and new friendships. Participants need to purchase a Wee Hoop basketball on the first day of class for $8.
INSTRUCTOR : Lifetime Activities Instructor LOCATION Court 1, Tice Valley Gymnasium $149: 6 classes
INSTRUCTOR : Wee Hoop
Youth Badminton
LOCATION : Court 1, Tice Valley Gymnasium
Class 37590
Sat
9:00am-10:30am
9/23-10/28
$78: 5 classes
Class 37004
Tue
10:25am-11:10am
9/19-10/17
$149: 6 classes
Class 37005
Tue
10:25am-11:10am
10/24-11/21
Youth Table Tennis Class 37592
Sat
10:30am-12:00pm
9/23-10/28
$270: 6 classes
Youth Badminton/Table Tennis Combo Class 37594
Sat
10:30am-12:00pm
9/23-10/28
$224: 6 classes
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Sat
9:00am-11:45am
9/23-10/28
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Sat
9:15am-12:00pm
9/23-10/28
Youth KIDZ LOVE SOCCER
AG ES 3 . 5 - 4
Learn the world’s most popular sport from professional coaches
Tot Soccer
using the Kidz Love Soccer method which includes age-
Young children will develop large motor skills while having fun
appropriate skill demonstrations, fun games, and instructional
running and kicking just like the big kids!
scrimmages conducted in a non-competitive, recreational format. Participants receive a KLS jersey. Shin guards are required by the second class meeting.
INSTRUCTOR : Kidz Love Soccer LOCATION : HF 2-Soccer North, Heather Farm Sports Fields $115: 8 classes
Class 37146
Mon
9:00am-9:30am
9/11-10/30
Class 37147
Mon
5:15pm-5:45pm
9/11-10/30
Class 37148
Thu
10:10am-10:40am
9/14-11/9
5:50pm-6:20pm
9/14-11/9
No class 9/21
Class 37149
Thu
No class 9/21 LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park $115: 8 classes
Class 37150
Sat
9:00am-9:30am
9/23-11/11
AG ES 4 - 5
Pre Soccer Children will learn the basic techniques of soccer while building self-esteem and learning to follow instructions in a nurturing teaching environment. INSTRUCTOR : Kidz Love Soccer LOCATION : HF 2-Soccer North, Heather Farm Sports Fields $115: 8 classes
AG ES 2 - 3 . 5
Parent & Me Soccer
Class 37152
Mon
9:30am-10:05am
9/11-10/30
Class 37153
Mon
3:10pm-3:45pm
9/11-10/30
As you and your child participate in our fun, age-appropriate
Class 37154
Mon
5:45pm-6:20pm
9/11-10/30
activities, your child will develop both large motor skills and
Class 37155
Thu
10:40am-11:15am
9/14-11/9
socialization skills. A variety of activities designed around the
No class 9/21
3:40pm-4:15pm
9/14-11/9
6:20pm-6:55pm
9/14-11/9
game of soccer will be played each week. The fun happens on the
Class 37159
field so you won’t have to watch from the sidelines.
No class 9/21
Class 37160
INSTRUCTOR : Kidz Love Soccer LOCATION : HF 2-Soccer North, Heather Farm Sports Fields $115: 8 classes
Class 37138
Mon
10:15am-10:45am
9/11-10/30
Class 37139
Thu
9:30am-10:00am
9/14-11/9
5:10pm-5:40pm
9/14-11/9
No class 9/21
Class 37140
Thu
Thu Thu
No class 9/21 LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park $115: 8 classes
Class 37156
Sat
9:30am-10:05am
9/23-11/11
No class 9/21 LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park $115: 8 classes
Class 37141
Sat
11:45am-12:15pm
9/23-11/11
Class 37142
Sat
12:20pm-12:50pm
9/23-11/11
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Soccer 1: Techniques and Teamwork Beginning players learn dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, and defense. Fun skill games are played at every session, and every participant will have a ball at his or her feet. Small-sided soccer matches will be introduced gradually. INSTRUCTOR : Kidz Love Soccer LOCATION : HF 2-Soccer North, Heather Farm Sports Fields $115: 8 classes
Class 37161
Mon
3:45pm-4:30pm
9/11-10/30
Class 37164
Mon
6:20pm-7:05pm
9/11-10/30
Class 37162
Thu
4:15pm-5:00pm
9/14-11/9
No class 9/21 LOCATION Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park
AG ES 1 2 m os -2 4 m os
$115: 8 classes
Class 37163
Sat
10:05am-10:50am
9/23-11/11
Super Soccer Stars: Kick & Play Kick & Play is a parent-child pre-soccer and movement program specifically designed for toddlers between 12 and 24 months.
A G E S 7- 1 0
Soccer 2: Skillz and Scrimmages
Our experienced instructors along with our puppet friends, Mimi & Pepe, take you and your little one through a world of exciting
Players will enjoy advanced skill building; dribbling, passing
physical activity. Individual attention, positive reinforcement, and
and shooting in a team play format. Each class will focus on
engaging original music help to develop pre-soccer skills that will
scrimmages that emphasize application of finer technical points.
have your toddler learning to balance, run, kick and play-all while
All levels are welcome.
having a blast! Parent Participation required.
INSTRUCTOR : Kidz Love Soccer
INSTRUCTOR : Super Soccer Stars
LOCATION : HF 2-Soccer North, Heather Farm Sports Fields
LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
$115: 8 classes
$111: 6 classes
Class 37165
Mon
4:30pm-5:15pm
9/11-10/30
Class 37181
Thu
9:30am-10:10am
9/14-10/26
9:30am-10:10am
11/2-12/14
No class 9/21
Class 37182
LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park $115: 8 classes
Class 37166
Sat
10:50am-11:35am
9/23-11/11
KLS WEATHER WATCH: No rain make-up on 11/25. In case of rainouts, please call the KLS Field Hot-Line at 1-888-372-5803 ½ hour prior to your class start time or download the free Kidz Love Soccer app for iPhone or Android to receive cancellation notifications directly on your phone. All rainouts will be made up at the regular class time during the week(s) following the end of the session. No credits will be issued if make-ups are offered. If we are unable to schedule a make-up, refunds will be issued.
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Thu
No class 11/23
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LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park $183: 10 classes
Class 37180
Sun
No class 9/24
9:50am-10:30am
9/10-11/19
Youth AG ES 2 - 3
AG ES 5 -7
Super Soccer Stars
Super Soccer Stars
Every 2-3 year old Super Soccer Stars class includes an
The focal point at this age group is to improve your child’s
introduction to physical activities, rich language exposure, and
elementary capacity through fun games, technical skill
movements such as running, hopping, jumping and changing
development and group activities like small-sided games to
directions. The focal point at this age group is to improve your
goals. Every Kindergarten-1st Grade Super Soccer Stars class
child’s natural development through our fun, physical learning
emphasizes spatial awareness and teammates, encouraging
experience allowing your child to improve their natural ability.
teamwork. Repetitious ball skill activities are used to promote muscle memory and build confidence.
INSTRUCTOR : Super Soccer Stars LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park
$111: 6 classes
Class 37309
Thu
INSTRUCTOR : Super Soccer Stars
10:20am-11:00am
9/14-10/26
$183: 5 classes
No class 9/21
Class 37313
Class 37310
No class 9/24
Thu
10:20am-11:00am
11/2-12/14
Sun
11:30am-12:30pm
9/10-10/15
No class 11/23
AG ES 8 - 1 0 LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park
Super Soccer Stars
$183: 10 classes
Class 37308
Sun
9:00am-9:40am
9/10-11/19
No class 9/24
The focal point at this age group is to improve your child’s elementary capacity through fun games, technical skill development and group activities like small sided games to goals. This Super Soccer Stars class emphasizes spatial awareness and teammates, encouraging team work. Repetitious ball skill activities
AG ES 3 - 5
are used to promote muscle memory and build confidence. Basic
Super Soccer Stars
tactical activities are also introduced at this age.
The focal point at this age group is for your child to become comfortable with the ball by developing soccer skills such as
INSTRUCTOR : Super Soccer Stars
dribbling, shooting and the introduction of passing. Every class
LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park
includes dynamic activities, which involve dribbling technique, and
$183: 10 classes
moves to promote confidence with the ball. The primary focus for
Class 37315
this age group is body movement with the ball and your child will
No class 9/21
Sun
12:35pm-1:35pm
9/10-11/19
be introduced to juggling and other skill building activities. The concepts of teammates and teamwork are also introduced.
SUPER SOCCER STARS WEATHER WATCH: No rain make-up 11/26.
INSTRUCTOR : Super Soccer Stars
In case of rain, check the SSS twitter page at https://twitter.com/
LOCATION : Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park
SuperSoccerSF 1/2 hour prior to your class time. All rainouts will
$183: 10 classes
be made up at the regular class time during the week(s) following
Class 37311
Sun
No class 9/24
10:40am-11:25am
9/10-11/19
the end of the session. No credits will be offered if make-ups are offered. If we are unable to schedule a make-up, refunds will be issued.
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Youth CAMPS
YOUTH CAMPS
AG ES 3 -7
NEW | WINTER BREAK: Princess Camp
Camp Community Arts – Winter
Would your little one like to truly learn how to be a princess? Join this royal affair where your little princess will learn how to walk,
Camp Community Arts offers a range of arts experiences
talk, act, and dance like a real princess. Each day their highness
throughout the day including drawing/illustration, theater, dance,
will have a different princess-related craft such as making a wand,
and more! Camp is open to students 3-10 years, providing half-day
crown, or jewelry which culminates in their final performance for
and full-day options for the week. Morning care and after care
you, the royal subjects. And if they’re lucky, there will be a special
are available for an additional fee each day. Camps take place at
meet and greet with a real life princess after the performance, too!
Shadelands Art Center.
INSTRUCTOR : The Bay Area Party Company LOCATION : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium
LOCATION Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
$139: 3 classes
AG ES 3 - 4
Class 37331
$15 supply fee due at first class
Mon-Wed 9:00am-1:00pm
11/20-11/22
Camp Community Arts – Half Day $123: 4 classes
Class 37304
Mon-Thu 9:00am-12:00pm
LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
12/18-12/21
$139: 4 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37332
9:00am-12:00pm
Tue-Fri
12/26-12/29
AG ES 5 -7
Camp Community Arts – Half Day
AG ES 4 -7
$123: 4 classes
Class 37297
Mon-Thu 9:00am-12:00pm
12/18-12/21
French Art and Culture is an art camp that introduces campers to
Camp Community Arts – Full Day
the French language and culture in a fun artistic manner. While creating their own Matisse inspired collages, portraits, landscapes
$238: 4 classes
Class 37298
Mon-Thu 9:00am-4:00pm
WINTER CAMP: French Art and Culture: Learn French With Matisse
12/18-12/21
and still lifes, the campers will learn the names of shapes, colors, numbers and some basic French conversation skills. We will dance, sing and listen to classic French stories and songs. Our
AG ES 8 - 1 0
daily adventure ends with a Pique-Nique savoring a French snack.
Camp Community Arts – Half Day
INSTRUCTOR : Ghenwa Serhan
$123: 4 classes
Class 37299
Mon-Thu 9:00am-12:00pm
LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
12/18-12/21
Camp Community Arts – Full Day $238: 4 classes
Class 37300
Mon-Thu 9:00am-4:00pm
12/18-12/21
Camp Community Arts – Morning Care $33: 4 classes
Mon-Thu 8:00am-9:00am
$43: 4 classes
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9:00am-12:00pm
Tue-Fri
12/26-12/29
AG ES 5 - 1 2
Kids’ Night Out– Ice Skating and a Movie!
Mon-Thu 4:00pm-6:00pm
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dinner in downtown Walnut Creek, you can drop off your kid(s) at the Walnut Creek Library for an exciting evening! Each night includes ice skating at Civic Park before watching a movie with
12/18-12/21
Camp Community Arts – After Care Class 37302
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 37109
If you need to finish your holiday shopping or want to go out for
AG ES 3 - 1 0
Class 37301
$183: 4 classes
12/18-12/21
dinner. Price includes admission for ice skating and dinner. INSTRUCTOR : Walnut Creek Recreation Leaders LOCATION : Oak View Room, Walnut Creek Library $59: 1 classes
Class 37606
Mon
4:00pm-8:00pm
12/18
Class 37607
Tue
4:00pm-8:00pm
12/19
Class 37608
Wed
4:00pm-8:00pm
12/20
Youth CAMPS AG ES 6 - 1 1
AG ES 6 - 1 2
NEW | WINTER BREAK Skyhawks Basketball Camp
WINTER BREAK: Chess Camp
Program designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball through
to continue chess education. Camp includes chess instruction,
play. Participants are broken into teams to compete in a series
tournament games, as well as outdoor activities. All equipment is
of skill-based drills and games that focus developing their skills,
provided. Lessons are presented in an easy-to-follow way and are
confidence, and passion for the game. Development objectives
offered to all levels: beginners, intermediate, and advanced. All
include dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, strategy, agility, self-
participants will receive trophies at the end of camp.
This camp is a great opportunity to learn how to play chess, or
esteem, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Skyhawks coaches provide a positive environment where players of all ages and abilities can participate in friendly fun competition with lots of encouragement!
INSTRUCTOR : Pacific Chess Academy LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $159: 4 classes
Participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and award medal.
Class 37115
INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks LOCATION : Court 1, Foothill Community Gym
Tue-Fri
1:00pm-4:00pm
12/26-12/29
A G E S 7- 1 0
$169: 3 classes
Class 37250
Mon-Wed 9:00am-12:00pm 11/20-11/22 Ages 6-8
Class 37251
Mon-Wed 9:00am-12:00pm 11/20-11/22 Ages 9-11
NEW | Beginning Circus Skills camp Have you ever dreamed of running away and joining the circus? Here’s your big break! Your little circus monkey will begin the basics of Chinese plate spinning, feather balancing, comedic
LOCATION : Court 2, Foothill Community Gym
clowning, and even rolling globe–learning to walk and balance
$274: 4 classes
on a giant ball! (All under the supervision of their experienced
Class 37252
Tue-Fri
1:00pm-4:00pm
12/26-12/29 Ages 6-8
ringmaster, of course). On the final day, come enjoy a small
Class 37253
Tue-Fri
1:00pm-4:00pm
12/26-12/29 Ages 9-11
performance starring your children and all the fun skills they’ve learned! This is one unique class you won’t want to miss! INSTRUCTOR : The Bay Area Party Company LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center $139: 4 classes
Class 37329
Tue-Fri
1:00pm-4:00pm
12/26-12/29
Youth Holiday Tennis Camps Level Little Tennis (ages 4-6) (5:1) Little Tennis (ages 4-6) (5:1) Jr. Development (ages 7-15) (8:1) Jr. Development (ages 7-15) (8:1)
Day M, T, W M, T, W M, T, W M, T, W
Time 9:00am-11:00am 11:30am-1:30pm 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30pm-3:30pm
Camp 1 Nov 20, 21, 22 Nov 20, 21, 22 Nov 20, 21, 22 Nov 20, 21, 22
Fee per Camp $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR
Level Little Tennis (ages 4-6) (5:1) Little Tennis (ages 4-6) (5:1) Jr. Development (ages 7-15) (8:1) Jr. Development (ages 7-15) (8:1)
Day M, T, W, TH, F M, T, W, TH, F M, T, W, TH, F M, T, W, TH, F
Time 9:00am-11:00am 11:30am-1:30pm 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30pm-3:30pm
Camp 2 Dec 18-22 Dec 18-22 Dec 18-22 Dec 18-22
Fee per Camp $200R/$220N $200R/$220NR $210R/$231NR $210R/$231N
Level Little Tennis (ages 4-6) (5:1) Little Tennis (ages 4-6) (5:1) Jr. Development (ages 7-15) (8:1) Jr. Development (ages 7-15) (8:1)
Day T, W, TH, F T, W, TH, F T, W, TH, F T, W, TH, F
Time 9:00am-11:00am 11:30am-1:30pm 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30pm-3:30pm
Camp 3 Dec 26-29 Dec 26-29 Dec 26-29 Dec 26-29
Camp 4 Jan 2-5 Jan 2-5 Jan 2-5 Jan 2-5
Fee per Camp $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR
Registration: Online at lifetimeactivities.com or in person at the Walnut Creek Tennis Center. For more information, please call (925) 945-0105
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Community arts Foundation
New Name, Same Important Mission
The Friends Foundation is now the Community Arts Foundation It is my pleasure to serve as the President of the Community Arts Foundation. The Foundation’s new motto “ARTS for ALL” says it all for me. Our mission is to be sure that anyone who wants to, can have the life changing experience of an arts education. I have seen the benefits of participating in creativity enhancing opportunities in my own family, in the young children I have taught and in the testimonies of the individuals who have received Foundation scholarships enabling them to participate at the Center for Community Arts. Did you know that close to 30% of Walnut Creek residents struggle to pay monthly expenses such as rent and food? For those families, paying for an art, music, dance or theater class would mean they could not pay for something as basic as electricity or health insurance. Those families will not be able to provide the benefits of an arts education. Students engaged in the arts are more likely to attend college. They score higher on standardized tests and have improved communication and collaboration skills. Without the arts, students are at risk to fall behind in school and equally important, they may not discover their passion. My fellow board members and I are determined to double the organization’s impact over the next few years. We want to make sure that hundreds more of the 30% of low-income residents of Walnut Creek--and nearby communities—get to experience the benefits of arts education. The Foundation has a new name but our mission remains the same. With your support we can provide “Arts for All”. - Glynnis Cowdery President, Community Arts Foundation
A True “Friend” The Board of Directors would like to take this opportunity to thank Nan Siegel who retired from the Board in June after more than 10 years of dedicated service to the Foundation. Her tireless efforts and endless creativity not only helped found the organization but made for fun-filled Viva Arts Celebrations. Thank you Nan, we will miss you!!
Community Arts Foundation Board Members Glynnis Cowdery, President; Doug Rowe, Vice-President; Yama Jamili, Treasurer; Linda VanderJagt, Secretary; Directors: Paola Meta, Mary Leigh Miller, Rob Stankus, Michael Weiner
Donor Profile: Michael Bodson Foundation Vice-President Doug Rowe was the Director of the American School in Japan where he met Michael Bodson 25 years ago when his children, Kimberly and Daniel were enrolled in the program. They have maintained a strong friendship over the years based on their families, a mutual commitment to the arts, community service and a shared interest in collecting fine wines. Mike is CEO of the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) and currently serves as a Trustee with the American Red Cross. He is an accomplished pianist and has been a great supporter of arts in education in his local community and beyond. Mike previously donated to the Foundation Viva Arts 10th Anniversary Gala and most recently supported the new Community Arts Preschool Inclusion Program with a generous donation. It is donors like Mike that allow our Foundation to continue supporting innovative programming in the arts for all families in our region. 34
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ADULT
CERAMICS & SCULPTURE
INSTRUCTOR : Lynne Meade $207: 10 classes
Class 36879
Mon
9:00am-12:00pm
9/11-11/13
INSTRUCTOR : Kristin Landowski $207: 10 classes
Class 36884
Thu
7:00pm-10:00pm
9/14-11/16
Ceramics (Int/Adv) INSTRUCTOR : Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi $207: 10 classes
Class 36882
Mon
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/11-11/13
INSTRUCTOR : Bruno Kark $207: 10 classes
Class 36880
Tue
7:00pm-10:00pm
9/12-11/14
Ceramics (Beg-Adv) INSTRUCTOR : Ann Henderson $207: 10 classes
Class 36883
Thu
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/14-11/16
INSTRUCTOR : Takemi Tsuruta
Master Potter Bonnie Seeman
$207: 9 classes
Class 36885 A D U LT
Fri
7:00pm-10:00pm
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10
Ceramics Learn to wheel throw or handbuild basic ceramic forms. Decorating, glazing and firing techniques will be covered.
INSTRUCTOR : James Newton $207: 10 classes
Emphasis on developing a personal sense of form using sound
Class 36886
fundamental skills. Prerequisites: For all Int/Adv classes student
No class 10/7
Sat
9:00am-12:00pm
9/9-11/18
must be able to center and throw a simple cylinder and bowl form. Note: It is highly recommended that all beginning students attend first class.
A D U LT
Hardly Strictly Hand Building (Int/Adv)
Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios
Go beyond the basics of pinch and coil to using slabs with texture and templates. Mugs, cups, platters, vases, lidded canisters and teapots will be demonstrated. Some texturing tools will be made
Ceramics (Beg-Int)
in class. The possibilities are endless. Glazing, studio etiquette and
INSTRUCTOR : Lesley Jensen
ancillary materials will be covered. No wheel work will be taught.
$207: 10 classes
Class 36881
7:00pm-10:00pm
9/11-11/13
INSTRUCTOR : Kathleen Jensen Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios
INSTRUCTOR : Takemi Tsuruta
$207: 10 classes
$207: 10 classes
Class 36895
Class 36878
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Mon
Wed
7:00pm-10:00pm
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Wed
4:00pm-7:00pm
9/13-11/15
ADULT A D U LT
A D U LT
Garden Vessels and Expressive Totems (Int/Adv)
Makers Series: Cups to Coffee
Create a fantastical garden of voluptuous vessels and totems that
free cup of coffee at Coffee Shop in Downtown Walnut Creek!
express your unique personality. Totems will include large tactile
Students will use the coiling and slab-construction method to
beads, sculptural elements and may include journalistic pieces
hand-build a personal coffee cup or mug at Walnut Creek’s Clay
as well. Planters, birdbaths, mushroom sculptures, fountains and
Arts Studio. Two weeks after the creative process of making a mug
more will be offered in the Garden Vessel portion of the class.
(and choosing a glazed finish), you will meet at Coffee Shop and
Instructor’s bulbous textured slab techniques will be demonstrated
get a free pour over and learn about the Art of coffee. Cheers! Field
in the garden vessel portion of this class.
Trip: Coffee Shop on 1321 Locust Street, Walnut Creek, Monday,
Learn how to make your own coffee cup or mug and then get a
12/18, 8:30am-9:30am.
INSTRUCTOR : Ellen Sachtschale Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios
INSTRUCTOR : Ellen Sachtschale
$207: 10 classes
Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios
Class 36891
Thu
9:00am-12:00pm
9/14-11/16
$37: 2 classes
Class 36897
Mon
8:30am-10:30am
12/4-12/18
A D U LT A D U LT
Handmade Art Tiles and Wall Reliefs (Int/Adv)
Master Potter Series: Bonnie Seeman
Explore a variety of methods for making art tiles and wall reliefs.
Bonnie is interested in the utilitarian object and how it can be
Emphasis on decorative techniques with underglazes, slips and
used as a means of narration. Her work blends the macabre
glazes to enhance your work. Moldmaking techniques and use of
with the beautiful, which acts as a metaphor for the fragility
extruded forms will be included. Surface decoration with carving,
and resiliency of life. By using her interest in morphology and
stamp images and relief designs.
anatomy she presents the viewer with a detailed examination of the living structures of the natural world. Bonnie will show her
INSTRUCTOR : Ed Blackburn
audience how to make these elaborate narrative forms and discuss
Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios
surface decoration to achieve her end result. Bonnie Seeman has
$207: 10 classes
Class 36892
Sun
participated in numerous international and national exhibitions 10:00am-1:00pm
9/10-11/12
including Art Basel, Switzerland; the World Ceramic Biennale, Korea; Arco Art Fair, Spain; and FIAC, France. She currently serves on the board of Watershed Center for Ceramic Arts, and teaches
A D U LT
full time at Miami Dade College in Florida.
Intro to Sculpture More fully understand the process of working with clay and constructing sculpted ceramic objects from functional to figurative. Investigate broad artistic concepts like abstraction, representation, form and/or narrative through building demonstrations, image presentations and our own explorations in the studio. Techniques
INSTRUCTOR : Bonnie Seeman Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios $98: Non-CAG Members $88: Claypeople Discount $47: Walnut Creek Clay Arts Guild Members
Class 36898
Sat
10:00am-4:00pm
10/7
include pinch, slab, coil and solid handbuilding methods. Surface texture and treatments both ceramic and nontraditional also addressed. No wheel work will be taught. INSTRUCTOR : Christopher Fortin Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios $207: 10 classes
Class 36893
Tue
9:00am-12:00pm
9/12-11/14
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Adult A D U LT
Pottery Making for Raku Firing Raku is a low-firing process. Preheated ware is put into a hot kiln with tongs, then withdrawn and usually heavily smoked. Students will focus on hand-built and wheel-thrown forms and techniques that work well with the raku firing process; glaze demos on proper application, use of resists and terra sigillata will be covered. Note: Students participate in firing process and must be physically able to pull their own work from kiln. It is advisable that students provide their own gloves and tongs. No registration permitted after second class. Prerequisite: one quarter of ceramics. No clay beginners. Clay must be purchased in class; tools may also be purchased in class. INSTRUCTOR : James Newton Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios $240: 9 classes
Class 36896
Fri
9:00am-12:00pm
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10
A D U LT
Sculpting the Figure in Clay (Int/Adv) In this class we will be exposed to a range of techniques and approaches for sculpting the human figure in clay. Working with live models, we will explore using the human figure in art, study anatomy and proportion, and will deepen our understanding of building artworks from clay using both solid and hollow-built processes, sculpting additively and subtractive carving, with and without armatures. We will discuss gesture, pose, weight distribution, and focus on both traditional and non-ceramic finishes. A D U LT
INSTRUCTOR : Christopher Fortin
Open Studio Ceramics
Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios
Open Studio provides up to 30 hours per week of supervised studio time for currently enrolled ceramics and sculpture students (workshops not eligible) to enhance and share skills
$252: 10 classes
Class 36887
Tue
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/12-11/14
and knowledge. Hours may be adjusted at City of Walnut Creek’s discretion. Studio is closed on all legal city holidays. Check current Open Studio hours posted in Studio. No instruction is provided. Student must purchase clay in the studio and provide own tools. Glazes, firing and use of studio equipment are included in the fee. Clay Arts Guild members qualify for discounted open studio fee and other benefits. Studio use is strictly for non-commercial learning purposes.
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Students will make work fitted for sodium-based kiln firings. There will be an emphasis on wheel-thrown and hand-built vases, lidded vessels, cups, and pitchers.
Location : Studio E, Civic Park StudiSodium Vapor
$161: Non-CAG Members $98: Walnut Creek Clay Arts Guild Members
Sat-Wed, Fri
Sodium Vapor (Int/Adv)
INSTRUCTOR : Gregory Byard
Location : Studio E, Civic Park Studios
Class 36877
A D U LT
12:00pm-7:00pm
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$256: 10 classes
Class 36890
Wed
9:00am-12:00pm
9/13-11/15
Adult
DANCE
A D U LT
All About Social Ballroom, Swing and Hot Latin Salsa Have a great time and learn swing, foxtrot, jitterbug, cha-cha, waltz, hot Latin salsa, mambo, tango and much more. Easy, smooth-flowing combinations and a great method of teaching will make you feel comfortable and confident on the dance floor and prepare you for any dance party or wedding. We change partners so you can meet new friends. Singles and couples are welcome. INSTRUCTOR : Anna Magid LOCATION : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center $99: 6 classes
Class 36808
Mon
7:00pm-7:55pm
9/25-10/30
A D U LT
Argentine Tango Argentine Tango is very popular in the Bay Area, one of the
A G E S 1 3 & up
Tahitian Dance & Drumming
most developed and dedicated tango communities in the world.
This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas
not only locally, but also worldwide. Learn fundamentals,
(dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)
technique, rhythm and musicality while gaining movement
and drumming/music technique for men and women. Students
awareness and the satisfaction of being able to dance the most
should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.
challenging of all dances. Dances will reflect the interest and ability
Learning Tango will open your possibilities for social connections
of the class. Please wear leather-soled shoes.
INSTRUCTOR : Lisa and Rey Aguilar LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
INSTRUCTOR : Marcelo Solis
$73: 8 classes
LOCATION : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center $63: 4 classes
Tahitian Ahuro’a Women Class 37061
Wed
6:30pm-7:30pm
9/20-11/22
No class 10/18, 11/15
Wed
7:30pm-8:30pm
8:00pm-9:30pm
9/14-10/5
Thu
8:00pm-9:30pm
11/2-11/30
A D U LT
*Registration per instructor’s approval only.
Jazz
Tahitian II Women and Men (Int)* & (Adv)* Wed
Thu
Class 36818
9/20-11/22
No class 10/18, 11/15
Class 37063
Class 36816 No class 11/23
Tahitian 1 Women and Men (Beg) Class 37062
Argentine Tango (Beg/int)
8:30pm-10:00pm
9/20-11/22
No class 10/18, 11/15
Dance and explore a variety of Jazz styles and music in this fun, upbeat class. Leap, turn and jump as we learn everything from Broadway Jazz to Jazz funk! Mixed levels welcome. Attire: jazz shoes, comfortable dance/workout clothes.
INSTRUCTOR : Rey Aguilar
INSTRUCTOR : Jennifer O’Neill
LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center
LOCATION Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center
$73: 8 classes
$103: 9 classes Jazz shoes required
Class 37227
Tahitian Drumming/Music Class 37064
Sat
9:30am-10:30am
Mon
7:30pm-8:30pm
9/11-11/13
No class 10/9
9/16-11/18
No class 10/21, 11/11
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Line Dance (Beg/Int) Dances taught will be a mixture of beginner to intermediate dances, depending on the level of participants. One new dance will be taught each week with reviews of all others taught. Open dancing for warm up. Step sheets provided for all dances taught. Dancers should wear comfortable shoes with suede or leather soles. Partner not required. INSTRUCTOR : Alice Marez LOCATION : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center $51: 6 classes
Class 36972
Tue
2:00pm-3:30pm
9/12-10/17
Class 36973
Tue
2:00pm-3:30pm
10/24-12/12
No class 10/31, 11/21
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Contemporary Dance
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While focusing on the more traditional aspects of modern dance technique with a somatic based approach toward mindfulness
Line Dance
in dance, we will find a mind/body/spirit connection within our
The beginning/easy intermediate class is an energetic class with
technical and creative skills. Students will gain confidence and
many returning dancers. It is designed for both the beginning line
develop their movement vocabulary through the adaptation of
dancer and those with some line dance experience. Learn how
quickly moving in and out of the floor, experiencing different ways
to line dance and review dances being taught in the area. New
of jumping, utilizing contact improvisation, and finding stability
dancers are welcome. The first part of the class will be devoted to
through inverted positions or movement transitions. All levels
introductory dances. Intermediate class is for the improving and
of experience are welcome as modifications will be made within
experienced dancer who wants to learn newer dances and review
choreography as necessary per individual.
the classics. Dances taught will reflect the interest and ability of the class. Open dance from 5:00-5:30pm, lessons begin at 5:30pm.
INSTRUCTOR : Vanessa Freeman
INSTRUCTOR : John Trentacosti
LOCATION Studio D, Civic Park Studios
LOCATION : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center
$122: 10 classes
Class 37224
Tue
6:00pm-7:30pm
9/12-11/14
$66: 7 classes
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Tap
Wed
5:00pm-7:00pm
9/13-10/25
Class 36838
Wed
5:00pm-7:00pm
11/1-12/13
In our Beginning Tap, students will be introduced to the classic
Line Dance (Int)
moves including flaps, shuffles, heel drops, and more. In the
Class 36839
Wed
7:00pm-9:00pm
9/13-10/25
Intermediate Tap, advanced moves such as Shim Sham, toe
Class 36837
Wed
7:00pm-9:00pm
11/1-12/13
stands, and time steps, will be taught. Students will learn acrossthe-floor steps. A variety of fun, up-tempo music will be offered. INSTRUCTOR : Cyndi Wright LOCATION Studio D, Civic Park Studios
Tap (Beginning) $98: 9 classes
Class 37603
Fri
5:30pm-6:30pm
9/15-11/17
Tap (Intermediate) $98: 9 classes
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Class 36836
Fri
6:30pm-7:30pm
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Mixed Level Weaving Beginners learn the basics of weaving while using our floor looms. Students explore pattern, color and texture through the creation of a sampler. Weaving terms, project planning, warping technique and basic weave structures are covered. Perfect for beginners. Great for those wanting to feel more secure with warping and project planning. Continuing students may explore a variety of weave structures, working at their own pace. Teens welcome. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org. INSTRUCTOR : Reba Siero Location : Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool $215: 9 classes $25 supply fee for beginners/$5 for continuing students due at first class
Class 37270
Thu
2:00pm-5:00pm
9/21-11/16
Class 37271
Thu
6:00pm-9:00pm
9/21-11/16
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Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving Workshop II Not only is the rigid heddle loom very portable and easy to use, it
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Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving Workshop I
is very versatile. Think of the many beautiful indigenous pattern weavings of Latin American and Southeast Asia, which are made
The rigid heddle loom is a very portable, inexpensive and
on looms similar to the rigid heddle loom. We will explore a range
elegantly simple tool for weaving. The Cricket Loom is a small
of lace and patterned weaves, using pick up sticks. Returning
rigid heddle loom that is ideal for knitters who want to use up
students are encouraged. Bring a lunch. Materials list online at
leftover yarns, for spinners with yarn to spare and for those just
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wanting to give weaving a try. Learn how to warp using the direct warping peg method and to weave a scarf using a variety of yarns. Returning students are encouraged. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org. Bring a lunch. INSTRUCTOR : Reba Siero
$74: 1 class Bring your own yarn or pay a supply fee of $15. Loom may be rented for $5 or bring your own
Sun
9:30am-4:30pm
Location : Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool $74: 1 class Bring your own yarn or pay a supply fee of $15. Loom may be rented for $5 or bring your own warped rigid heddle loom.
Class 37296
Location : Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool
Class 37295
INSTRUCTOR : Reba Siero
10/8
Sun
9:30am-4:30pm
10/29
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Crochet 101 Learn five basic foundation stitches: chain stitch, single, double, half double and treble crochet. Learn to read patterns and put your new stitches together to work on a class project. Several simple patterns will also be made available through online resources. Supply fee includes yarn, a hook, a lesson book, and a kit of useful crochet tools.
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INSTRUCTOR : Pattee Court Location : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center $123: 10 classes
$20 supply fee due at first class
Class 37272
9:00am-10:30am
Sat
9/16-11/18
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Open Studio Knitting and Crocheting
Machine Garment Sewing (Beg)
Bring your current project to the open studio and work in the
Join us for this amazing adventure in sewing as we learn the
company of other artists who are as passionate about knitting
proper use of sewing machines and sewing techniques, how to
and crocheting as you are. Get one-on-one help to overcome
read and use patterns and sizing of patterns. We will learn how to
roadblocks in completing your project, as well as help in
make a simple garment along with other simple projects-as time
interpreting patterns. No knitting or crocheting lessons will be
allows. Machines are supplied, but if you have a machine, please
given during the open studio. Crochet 101 or Knitting 101 is
bring it, all accessories and manual.
recommended if you’ve never taken lessons before.
INSTRUCTOR : Marylee Martinez
INSTRUCTOR : Pattee Court
Location : Heather Farm Preschool
Location : Youth Art 3, Shadelands Art Center
$153: 9 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 37261
7:00pm-9:00pm
$91: 10 classes
Class 37273
Sat
10:30am-12:00pm
9/16-11/18
Mon
9/11-11/13
No class on 10/9 INSTRUCTOR : Alexandra Milukhin $170: 10 classes $15 supply fee due at first class
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Beginning Quilting
Class 37267
Thu
7:00pm-9:00pm
9/14-11/16
In this class, students will learn many techniques of piecing together a quilt. We will talk about terminology and discuss fabrics while learning to properly cut fabric, and accurately piece and assemble the quilt top. You will learn the basics of everything a beginning quilter needs to complete your first quilt top.
Location : Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Preschool $232: 10 classes
Sun
Machine Knitting, Sewing, Felting Explore knitting machines, felting machines, and sewing machines and the ease they bring to creating handcrafted scarves, felted
INSTRUCTOR : Laurie Biundo
Class 37289
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bags, and jewelry. Bring your own machine or use machines provided. Instructor supplies a bounty of yarns and fiber stuff such as sheep’s wool, cashmere, mohair, cotton, and silk fibers.
10:00am-1:00pm
9/17-11/19
INSTRUCTOR : Alexandra Milukhin Location : Heather Farm Preschool $127: 9 classes $20 supply fee provides all necessary supplies plus all machines for knitting, sewing, and felting.
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Nuno Felt a Scarf Create your own NunoFelt scarf. Instructor will provide silk fabric along with all necessary fabulous fibers. We will explore wet
DIGITAL MEDIA & PHOTOGRAPHY
and dry felting as we create beautifully designed layers with the A D U LT
addition of hand stitching and machine felting.
Location : Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool
Advanced Intermediate Digital Photography 103
$46: 1 class
$20 supply fee due at first class
For the serious enthusiast. We will cover the finer points of getting
Class 37269
10:00am-1:00pm
dramatic images with emotional content. Assignments are more
INSTRUCTOR : Alexandra Milukhin
Sun
9/17
challenging and will encourage developing a personal vision. INSTRUCTOR : Conrad Johnson
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LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
Soft Sculpture
$191: 10 classes
Explore new methods and techniques for creating and combining materials to produce unique 3-D works of art. Illustrated lectures
Class 37145
Tue
10:30am-12:30pm
9/12-11/14
and discussions investigate the work of modern and contemporary sculptors and fiber artists, including Neo-Dadaists, Pop, Fluxus and Conceptual artists. Course projects focus on the relationship between form and content through the creative use of found objects, traditional sculpture materials, paper products and textiles.
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Alternative Photographic Process Students will explore alternative process to the silver gelation process including cyanotypes, van dyke, and chlorophyll along with other experimental analog photography techniques including
INSTRUCTOR : Shannon D. Schmidt
cross processing, lomography, pinhole photography and polaroid
Location : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
transfer.
$189: 10 classes
Class 36936
Thu
INSTRUCTOR : Brian Z. Shapiro
9:00am-12:00pm
9/14-11/16
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LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center $230: 10 classes
$100 supply fee due at first class
Class 37151
6:00pm-9:00pm
Thu
9/14-11/16
Tumbling Blocks (int) You can make an impressive 3D optical illusion quilt once you know the trick. Using the right color values and strip piecing, you will build blocks fast and easy. Students will be on their way to making a complete quilt top by the end of the day.
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Autumn Magic at Point Reyes Experience the magic of autumn light at one of Pt. Reyes’ amazing beaches. This field workshop includes a short lecture on
INSTRUCTOR : Laurie Biundo
composition and exposure before you start transforming “Wow!”
Location : Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Preschool
moments into creative expressions of your personal vision in
$66: 1 class
afternoon and sunset light. We’ll discuss more locations and offer
Class 37290
Sat
10:00am-4:30pm
10/14
resources for continued learning. We will walk 1-2 miles carrying our camera gear, water and snacks. Students should meet at Shadelands for a 1:00pm group departure to Point Reyes. Note: 2-hour return trip is additional to the end time listed here. Optional dinner at a Point Reyes Station restaurant afterwards. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org. INSTRUCTOR : Sue Reynolds LOCATION : Point Reyes $77: 1 class
Class 37171
Sun
1:00pm-7:30pm
11/5
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Adult is covered with special emphasis on emotional content. Use of
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Developing Your Photo Project
prime lenses and flash is discussed and assigned. Achieve greater control and satisfaction.
This class is for intermediate students looking to advance their style and ideas. Students will work on creating and refining their
INSTRUCTOR : Conrad Johnson
photographic projects. Under the guise of artist Brian Z. Shapiro,
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
students will bring in work each week in critique setting to
$191: 10 classes
enhance and refining their style to put their ideas together. By the
Class 37177
Tue
7:00pm-9:00pm
9/12-11/14
end of the class students will have a project that reflects their style. INSTRUCTOR : Brian Z. Shapiro
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LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
Macro and Close-up Photography
$207: 9 classes
Class 37158
Fri
6:00pm-9:00pm
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10.
Put your lenses through the exercises and learn what focal length to use, which f-stop is best, and lighting small objects. We begin with some studio demonstrations and then go for a field trip to Heather Farm.
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INSTRUCTOR : Conrad Johnson
Inside Your Canon DSLR
LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
Learn about all of the features of your Canon EOS Digital Single
$53: 1 class
Lens Reflex Camera. We will cover all of the functions of the
Class 37167
Sat
9:00am-12:00pm
10/7
camera’s buttons, dials, and menus and how these features will help in improving your photography. Bring your camera, manual, and questions.
Photography for Painters
INSTRUCTOR : Tom Crews
Copying flat art with a camera is simple and technically difficult.
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
Learn several methods for shooting paintings and drawings with
$53: 1 class
Class 37172
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Sat
10:00am-1:00pm
10/28
different light sources. We’ll review the basics of camera lens, lighting, and composition. Open to all levels of students. INSTRUCTOR : Conrad Johnson
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LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
Inside Your Nikon DSLR
$53: 1 class
Learn about all of the features of your Nikon Digital Single Lens
Class 37174
Sat
9:00am-12:00pm
9/23
Reflex Camera. We will cover all of the functions of the camera’s buttons, dials, and menus and how these features will help in improving your photography. Bring your camera, manual, and questions.
Photography, People and Pets
INSTRUCTOR : Tom Crews
People are the most important subject of photography. Pets are
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
cherished companions. This hands on workshop will demonstrate the basics and subtle nuances of getting the best portraits both
$53: 1 class
Class 37173
Sat
10:00am-1:00pm
11/4
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Intermediate Adventures in Photography Perfect for the enthusiast who want to become more proficient. You will benefit from photographer Conrad Johnson’s four decades of professional experience. Lighting and composition
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casual and formal. Lenses, f-stops and lighting will enhance your natural abilities. INSTRUCTOR : Conrad Johnson LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center $53: 1 class
Class 37176
Sat
1:00pm-4:00pm
10/7
Adult A D U LT
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Photoshop for Photographers
The Joy of Digital Photography 101
This class will concentrate on those Photoshop features needed to
Learn to see photographically. Individual student growth is
edit digital images including resizing and cropping, understanding
encouraged by working both indoors and outdoors taking scenics,
layers, image adjustments, using levels and curves, hue/saturation,
portraits, still lifes, and landscapes/cityscapes, working with
color balance, black and white conversion, how to use the select and
lighting, composition, content. Plus, learn about shutter speed, f
image editing tools to work on photographs, and the importance
stops, light meters, ISO, dynamic range, icon, settings, RAW or
of proper color management. Laptop computer with Photoshop
JPEG, color balance, and more!
installed highly recommended. Assignments allow students to practice the tools and techniques learned in class.
INSTRUCTOR : Conrad Johnson LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Tom Crews
$191: 10 classes
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37144
Tue
8:30am-10:30am
9/12-11/14
$192: 8 classes
Class 37178
Wed
6:30pm-9:00pm
9/13-11/1
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The Photograph as a Fine Art Print
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Still Life Photography
Take your images off the screen and into the printed form! This
Learn the classic approach to designing and creating a great still
of printed photographs. This course will cover best practices in
life. We’ll cover how to choose the right setting, props and lighting.
shooting, editing, preparing images for print, and archival storage
Discover which lenses are best for the subject.
methods. The class will utilize the Epson Stylus Pro, an inkjet
10-week course will focus on building a body of work in the form
printer capable of delivering stunning professional quality prints
INSTRUCTOR : Conrad Johnson
on media up to 24 inches wide by any desired length. Familiarity
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
with Adobe Photoshop and/or Lightroom highly recommended.
$53: 1 class
Class 37175
Sat
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/23
INSTRUCTOR : Jordan Jurich-Weston LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center $191: 10 classes
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Take Control of Your Digital Camera Learn a clear and understandable approach to composing great photographs and how to gain more control over the design of
Class 37143
Mon
6:45pm-8:45pm
9/11-11/13
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pictures by subject placement, framing, and selecting a point
Photography Forum
of view. Camera functions, transferring files, and image file
The mission of the Photography Forum is to encourage
management will be explained. We will investigate the creative
photographers at all levels to continue to study the art of
aspects of digital photography and discuss the importance of
photography, practice and produce new work, and to share ideas
obtaining correct exposure. Photographic assignments and a field
and experiences. Meets 3rd Tuesday of each month (June through
trip will allow practice using tools and techniques learned in class.
May) to share images, critiques, technical developments, and hear guest speakers. Photographic field trips and workshops allow
INSTRUCTOR : Tom Crews
members to broaden their knowledge of photography. Field trip
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
expenses are the responsibility of participants. Attendance at one
$166: 7 classes
Class 37179
Thu, Sat 6:30pm-9:00pm
Fieldtrip Sat 10/21
meeting is free to enrolled Community Arts students. Enrollment is 9/14-10/26
open throughout the year at a prorated fee. INSTRUCTOR : Tom Crews LOCATION Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center $45: 11 classes
Class 36670
Tue
7:00pm-9:30pm
6/20-5/15
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DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY)
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Collage Diptych Students will start with two birch panels to create a two-part diptych collage piece. We will look at composition and the relationship of the materials on the two panels to create a holistic piece. We’ll talk about color balance and form and ways to edit and add more texture, line and color through drawing and painting on top of the collage materials. Students should bring materials (paper, fabric, low relief objects) and may also contribute and use materials from community collection. Instructor : Erin Wheeler LOCATION : Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool $42: 1 class
Class 37135
Tue
5:30pm-8:30pm
9/26
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Makers Series: Natural Dyeing and Indigo Join us for an intro to natural dyeing with prepared materials of yarn and fabric or bring your own cotton garment to dye. Explore the color range of natural dyeing and create a folio of information on dyestuff, extraction techniques, and sustainability. Supply fee of $15 will provide all necessary materials including silk, cotton, and linen yarn and fabric samples. Instructor : Alexandra Milukhin
Erin Wheeler
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Backyard Chickens
LOCATION : The Gardens at Heather Farm, 1540 Marchbanks,
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 $42: 1 class
$15 supply fee due at class
Class 37133
Sun
9:00am-12:00pm
9/24
Class 37134
Sun
9:00am-12:00pm
10/21
Fall in love with backyard chickens! This class will introduce you to the fascinating world of backyard chickens and give you the information you need to get started with your own loweffort backyard flock. We’ll discuss life cycles, coop designs,
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NEW | Home Cheese Making
breed selection, care and feeding for health and egg production,
Jeannie Mckenzie reveals the great mysteries of making awesome
protection from predators and ways of integrating your chickens
chevre and fantastic feta, as well as the mysterious Crottin! In
into your garden. Plus we’ll give you information on where to
addition to learning everything you’ll need to know to make
purchase your chickens and feed and resources for learning more.
yummy cheeses in your own kitchen, you’ll have the opportunity to sample other scrumptious farm creations such as beet kavaas
Instructor : Jeannie Mckenzie LOCATION : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center $63: 1 class
Class 36775
whey crackers. You’ll experiment with unique chevre flavorings from savory to sweet. You’ll take home culture and rennet for making your own cheese as well as sample cheeses we’ve made.
Sat
10:30am-12:30pm
9/16
INSTRUCTOR : Jeannie Mckenzie LOCATION Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
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$88: 1 class
$10 supply fee due at class
Class 37287
11:00am-2:00pm
Sun
10/8
Adult
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Hand Sewing Techniques for Postcard Collages
NEW | Tooled Leather Wallet
In this workshop we will explore hand sewing techniques primarily
leather wallet. You will learn about tooling leather with decorative
in paper. Students will learn basic way to use hand sewing to
stamps, applying snaps, dying techniques, and hand stitching.
connect pieces together without glue and then branch out into
Wear old clothes and an apron.
ways that sewing can add line, texture and color to a collage. We’ll borrow from applique and reverse applique techniques to make our paper collages. Please bring at least 6 postcards of any era,
In this beginners leatherworking class, you will create a small basic
Instructor : Tilt Leather LOCATION : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center $88: 1 class
location: or size to sew and embellish.
Class 36998
Instructor : Erin Wheeler
$20 supply fee due at class
Sat
1:00pm-5:00pm
11/4
LOCATION : Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool
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$42: 1 class
Class 37132
Tue
5:30pm-8:30pm
10/10
Paper Folding and Pop-Up Cards Learn how to make your paper pop! We’ll look at the mechanisms that make pop up cards and books work and you’ll walk away
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with an understanding of how to fold paper to make it move. We’ll
Homebrewing 101
make a sample book of folding techniques and useable cards!
Participants with learn the general process of making beer, and take part in brewing and bottling a batch of homebrew from start to finish. The class will start with a short discussion about the
Instructor : Erin Wheeler LOCATION : Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool
techniques, equipment and cost involved. We will then brew a
$42: 1 class
batch of beer from malt extract, and bottle a second finished batch.
Class 37136
Tue
5:30pm-8:30pm
11/7
Class participants will gain a general understanding of the process, and leave with information and resources to brew their own beer at home. Instructor : Chris Opela LOCATION : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center $68: 1 class
Class 36913
Sat
1:00pm-4:00pm
10/14
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DOG/PET CARE
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Dog: Puppy Head Start Get a head start on socialization and puppy manners by enrolling your pup in this fun and safe interactive class. Your pup will roll and play with other puppies and interact with new people. We cover house breaking, manners, rudimentary obedience, leash training and coming when called. Class suitable for the entire family to attend, however all puppies must be accompanied by a handler who is 18 years or older. Puppies must be between the age of 12-20 weeks. Bring puppy’s proof of shots, a 6-ft. leash and dog kibble the first day of class. INSTRUCTOR : Dog Dynamics, Inc. LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
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Dog Obedience: Beginning Beginning Obedience is the foundation for all training goals. We teach you how to motivate your dog to want to learn the basics
$66: 3 classes
$12 supply fee due at first class
Class 37046
Tue
5:15pm-6:00pm
9/12-9/26
Class 37056
Tue
5:15pm-6:00pm
10/3-10/17
Class 37057
Tue
5:15pm-6:00pm
10/24-11/7
Class 37058
Tue
5:15pm-6:00pm
11/14-12/5
No class 11/21
of heel, sit, and down. We teach how to shape the “leave it” and “come” commands, and the command “wait” to prevent your dog from bolting through doors. This is a critical step in developing a healthy bond, and puts your dog on the road to a more meaningful life. The first class of the session is mandatory, and you come without your dog. Suitable for dogs four months and older.
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Dog: Techniques for Off-Leash Preparation If your goal is to have off-leash control of your dog on hikes and around the home, this is the class for you. Dogs begin their
INSTRUCTOR : Dog Dynamics, Inc. LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $133: 6 classes
$25 supply fee due at first class
Class 37052
Tue
7:15pm-8:00pm
9/12-10/17
Class 37053
Tue
7:15pm-8:00pm
10/24-12/5
No class 11/21
training on 6 foot leashes and advance to performing skills of coming when called, heel, leave it, and emergency drop on a 20 foot long leash. Successful completion of Beginning Obedience is required. INSTRUCTOR : Dog Dynamics, Inc. LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
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Dog: Help for Reactive Dogs Don’t let another walk with your dog feel like a disaster because
$133: 6 classes
$25 supply fee due at first class
Class 37054
Tue
8:15pm-9:00pm
9/12-10/17
Class 37055
Tue
8:15pm-9:00pm
10/24-12/5
No class 11/21
of lunging and barking behaviors. Don’t seclude your dog in the backyard because his behavior in public is unmanageable. Come and learn what makes your dog react and the steps you can take to redirect that energy into more positive social behavior. Please do not bring your dog the first day of class. Please call instructor if your dog is overly reactive toward you or your family members. INSTRUCTOR : Dog Dynamics, Inc. LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
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$133: 6 classes
$25 supply fee due at first class
Prior to field or dog park use, all groups and individuals
Class 37050
Tue
6:15pm-7:00pm
9/12-10/17
should call for updated conditions of all city fields and the
Class 37051
Tue
6:15pm-7:00pm
10/24-12/5
No class 11/21
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DRAMA
DRAWING, PAINTING & PRINTMAKING
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Intro to Acting This course will be a fun, low pressure introduction to basic acting for adults new to the form or rusty and itching to get back into it. In a safe and playful environment, students will learn to utilize their bodies, voices, and minds as their instrument. Working with simple text, monologues and scenes, students will be exposed to a variety of acting techniques including voice, improv, active listening, ensemble building, and more! INSTRUCTOR : Joe Orrach LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center $152: 10 classes
Class 37248
Tue
7:30pm-9:00pm
9/12-11/14 A D U LT
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Matting and Framing Workshop
Adult Theater Group
Learn basic straight and bevel mat cutting and mounting
This course is for students who want to expand and develop what
techniques for your 2d artwork. Tools and materials will be
they have learned in Intro to Acting. Students will dig deeper into
provided for each student to create at least one 16 x 20’, double
monologues, scene work and begin to develop their acting voice.
matted piece, or the equivalent material to produce several
Class will end with a performance jam!
smaller-sized, double matted pieces. Students need to bring their own artwork and frames.
INSTRUCTOR : Joseph Orrach LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Karen Kelly
$152: 10 classes
LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37249
Thu
7:30pm-9:00pm
9/14-11/16
$40: 1 class
Class 37074
Sat
12:30pm-3:30pm
10/14
Class 37320
Sat
12:30pm-3:30pm
11/11
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Night Painting: Oil & Acrylics (Int/Adv) Using still-life as inspiration and a learning tool, students will be introduced to a variety of subjects while concentrating on reinforcing the fundamentals of painting: drawing, composition, color, brushwork. Classes include a variety of demos, warm-ups, skills reviews, challenges and end-of-class critiques. Focus is on individual development. Students may work on their own personal subjects. Bring supplies and be prepared to paint in the medium of your choice. Beginners should take Drawing & Painting: Intro to Different Mediums as a prerequisite. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
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INSTRUCTOR : Patsy Taylor LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
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$183: 11 classes
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Class 37045
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No class 10/5, 11/23
Thu
6:30pm-9:30pm
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Art Critique Group Harness the power of critical feedback to improve your art! Ever wonder what words people might use to describe your artwork other than beautiful? And are you bored with the simple assessment of I like it or I don’t like it? Come find out how the world sees your artwork in this art critique! This college level art critique course is open to artists working in all disciplines. This course will provide a safe space for helpful, critical feedback on process, technique, intention, design, materiality, and so much Casey Rasmussen White A D U LT
more. In each class meeting, 3-4 students will show artwork that they have created outside of class. Class sessions will also feature
Abstract Acrylic Painting
a short lecture on contemporary artists and themes pulled from
Artists of all disciplines come and explore abstract art, pure form
the conversations that unfold during critique.
on the painted surface. Transform reality or develop completely
INSTRUCTOR : Jordan Jurich-Weston
nonrepresentational imagery. Class supports your process, from
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
accessing your creative source and gathering ideas, to developing
$109: 8 classes
concepts and visual vocabulary. Emphasis on composition, color, shape, movement and texture. Experimentation is encouraged; use collage, mixed media and non-traditional media to enhance
Class 37082
Tue
6:00pm-8:00pm
9/12-11/14
No class 9/19, 10/17
your work. Demonstrations, activities and individual and group critiques. All levels welcome. Materials list online at
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Art Journals
INSTRUCTOR : Cybele Gerachis
Art journals are a private place to explore art of a personal nature.
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
Create your own images or use found images, make expressive
$185: 10 classes
marks, record your thoughts, memories, dreams, and life events
Class 36961
Mon
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/11-11/13
using images (and maybe words). Try new art materials or new ways to use familiar materials. Perfect for artists and non-artists alike-drawing skills are not necessary. Bring your journal and your
INSTRUCTOR : Casey Rasmussen White
favorite art supplies to each class. Materials list online at
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
www.communityarts.org.
$167: 9 classes
Class 37317
Thu
9:00am-12:00pm
9/14-11/9
INSTRUCTOR : Jeka Lambert LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center $84: 4 classes
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Class 37076
Mon
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/18-10/9
Adventures in Mixed Media The goal of this course is to provide students an opportunity to explore a variety of mixed media methods using a wide range of wet and dry media methods. Students will gain hands-on
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Cold Wax Painting
experience with paints, glues, pastels, pencils, varnishes and
Adding body, texture and transparency to your art, this class
supports as they develop personal projects throughout the
encourages exploration by building your visual vocabulary. Cold
quarter. Guidance will be provided around materials, design and
wax medium is compatible with all varieties of paint and dry
composition through group discussions and individual instruction.
pigments. Learn basic techniques of cold wax medium, which is a
Most projects will be conducted with provided materials. Further
substitute for acrylic medium. When it comes to color and texture,
materials will be discussed at the first class.
looking at the natural world is our greatest teacher. Beginners to advanced are welcome.
INSTRUCTOR : Peter Brown INSTRUCTOR : Pamela Howett
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
$164: 9 classes
Class 37084
Fri
9:00am-12:00pm
9/15-11/17
$183: 10 classes
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1:00pm-4:00pm
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Collage Creativity Learn all about art and have a great time. Collage is a recent
Drawing and Painting: Building Skills & Techniques (Beg/Int)
development in the history of art. Barely 100 years old, collage
Beginner/intermediate class for students who need to develop
is still a work in progress. It seems simple. Cut out images.
skills in their medium(s) of choice: charcoal, oil, acrylic.
Glue them down. You have art! All the visual arts are based
Practice will be in application of medium, using tools correctly,
on compositional elements, on color and design. What is most
understanding underlying basics, developing strong drawing/
enjoyable about collage is that it provides a quick and simple way
painting habits, defining individual vision and conveying that
to get into composition, color and design.
vision to finish. Emphasis will be on practice. Dry or wet mediums welcome. Beginners with no knowledge of mediums must take
INSTRUCTOR : Peter Brown
Drawing and Painting: Intro to Different Mediums as prerequisite.
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
$183: 10 classes
Class 37083
Thu
9:00am-12:00pm
9/14-11/16
INSTRUCTOR : Patsy Taylor LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center $183: 11 classes
A G E S 1 8 & up
Class 36966
Draw and Paint Live Owls
Tue
6:30pm-9:30pm
9/12-12/5
No class 10/3, 11/21
This mixed media workshop will explore how to capture the likeness of these nocturnal birds of prey. Along the way you will get to observe our subjects up close and personal while learning about their lifestyle, habitat, feeding habits and other interesting facts. Learn various avian drawing and watercolor painting techniques that will help you along the way to creating your masterpiece! This workshop is a collaboration with the Lindsay Wildlife Experience.
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Drawing: Sketching & Rendering Learn to draw quickly, accurately and with confidence. Learning how to reduce objects to their basic shapes and forms and sketching them on to paper will be the focus of this class. Topics include still life, composition, texture, basic perspective and shading, along with landscape and figurative themes. Students
INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria
should bring paper, pencils, ruler and eraser to class. Beginners
LOCATION : Classroom, Lindsay Wildlife Experience
welcome.
$40: 1 class
INSTRUCTOR : Mark Jezierny
Class 37303
Mon
9:30am-12:30pm
10/9
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center $167: 9 classes
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Class 37068
Drawing & Painting: Intro to Different Mediums Have you always wanted to draw and/or paint but feel that you don’t know enough to get started? Do you want to try a new medium before purchasing products? Core skills taught while exposing you to a wide variety of techniques and mediums, including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, oils and watercolor. A fun class with lots of exposure to techniques and tools with a focus on expanding in the direction of your choice.
Fri
6:30pm-9:30pm
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10
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Drink and Draw Come hang out at the Coffee Shop and draw with fellow artists! Relax and get creative in a casual setting. Enjoy a cup of coffee or a beer! INSTRUCTOR : Brittany Zagoria LOCATION : The Coffee Shop, 1321 Locust St, Walnut Creek, 94596.
INSTRUCTOR : Patsy Taylor LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
$8: 1 class
$183: 11 classes
Class 36955
Thu
7:00pm-9:00pm
9/14
Class 36956
Thu
7:00pm-9:00pm
9/28
Class 36957
Thu
7:00pm-9:00pm
10/12
Class 36958
Thu
7:00pm-9:00pm
10/26
Class 36959
Thu
7:00pm-9:00pm
11/9
Class 37042
Wed
No class 10/4, 11/22
$35 supply fee due at first class
6:30pm-9:30pm
9/13-12/6
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Encaustic (Hot Wax) Workshop
Figure Drawing
Encaustic is a beeswax based paint dates back to the 5th century.
Quick gesture sketches and longer poses train your eye to observe
Kept molten on a heated palette, encaustic is applied to a
and render the human form. Learn to use blocking, foreshortening,
surface and reheated to fuse the paint into a uniform enamel-
value shapes and other techniques to enhance your drawing skills.
like finish. Learn safety, working with heat sources, equipment,
Beginners bring vine charcoal, drawing board and 18x24 rough
paints, medium, collage materials, fusing layers, tools, priming
newsprint to first class. Supplies and materials discussed in class.
appropriate substrates, scraping, pastel sticks, incising and more.
Experienced students bring own supplies. Undraped models used;
Bring a bag lunch. Wear cotton art clothes and closed toe shoes.
teens may be admitted with permission of parent and instructor. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
INSTRUCTOR : Connie English LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Jody Mattison
$90: 1 class
$65 supply fee due at class.
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37077
10:00am-4:00pm
$209: 9 classes
Sat
9/30
Class 37085
Fri
9:00am-12:00pm
9/15-11/17
No class 11/10.
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Exploring Watercolor (Int) Join our caravan of like-minded seekers and dive into the unexpected joy of watercolor! Perfect for the continuing artist who
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Figure Painting Like the Old Masters
wants a fresh start or needs a gentle push along the way. We will
Learn the techniques of Titian and other old masters. Using oils
work together in a series of little paintings using the transparent
(preferred) or acrylics, we will work through the processes of
magic of watercolor to create our own “artist’s voice.” From the
underpainting, grisaille, layering and glazing to achieve a beautiful
moment we wet our brush to our final colorful stroke we will try
and timeless three-dimensionality. Previous experience drawing
to evoke the presence of each artist in his/her work, discovering
the figure recommended. Previous experience with paint is helpful
the personal palette of colors and shapes unique to each of us. $25
but not necessary. Come to first class with materials, ready to
supply kit available from instructor, but not required. Materials list
work. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
available at www.communityarts.org.
INSTRUCTOR : Jody Mattison
INSTRUCTOR : Casey Rasmussen White
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
$218: 10 classes
$151: 8 classes
Class 36935
Wed
Class 37043 6:30pm-9:30pm
Thu
9:00am-12:00pm
9/14-11/16
9/13-11/1 A D U LT
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Expressive Watercolor (Beg-Adv)
You’ve had basic color theory, now to put it into practice! Gain a
Let’s explore some rich possibilities by experimenting with
deeper understanding of the effect of light on color with projects
watercolor and other mediums. Applying watercolor paint with
designed to increase observational and practical skills. Each week
all kinds of tools and materials, such as soft tissue, sponge, and
we paint a single object under different light and color conditions.
even salt. Learn some alternative types of paint applications and
Oil paint and a palette knife preferred, acrylic and palette knife OK.
loosen up with expressive effects. By helping you discover your
Previous enrollment in Secrets of Color or Painting the Still Life
own special way of creating personal interpretations of landscapes
with Color and Light recommended. Materials list online at
and nature, you will explore the beauty of nature and magic of
www.communityarts.org. Bring your color bible from Secrets of
watercolor. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org
Color to use as a reference.
INSTRUCTOR : Pamela Howett
INSTRUCTOR : Jody Mattison
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
$182: 10 classes
Class 36912
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Mon
6:30pm-9:30pm
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9/11-11/13
$182: 10 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 36964
1:00pm-4:00pm
Tue
9/12-11/14
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Handmade Artist Books
Monday Morning Painting (Int/Adv)
Not your typical books, these are portable works of art that are
Emphasis is on development of each student’s personal style in
meant to be enjoyed and shared. We’ll create book-like structures
painting. Classes alternate with short demos, reviews, challenges
using a variety of forms, techniques and media–folded, stitched,
and end-of-class critiques. All painting styles and subject matter
glued; books with pop ups and moveable parts; books that
are acceptable but focus will be on oil and acrylics. Lessons
incorporate unconventional materials; books that tell stories with
concentrate on still-life and landscape. Work is primarily from
words and without, layered imagery, books as sculpture, objects
photo references. Bring supplies for the medium of your choice.
of beauty and more. This class will use the book (and the not-so-
Beginners with no knowledge of paints should take Drawing and
book) as a means of artistic expression. Materials list online at
Painting: Intro to Different Mediums as a prerequisite. Materials list
www.communityarts.org.
online at www.communityarts.org.
INSTRUCTOR : Jeka Lambert
INSTRUCTOR : Patsy Taylor
LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
$84: 4 classes
$200: 11 classes
Class 37075
Mon
1:00pm-4:00pm
10/16-11/6
Class 36954
Mon
9:00am-12:00pm
9/11-12/4
No class 10/2, 11/20
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Japanese Brush Painting
Open Studio Figure Drawing & Painting
Gain the freedom of brush strokes that give excitement to art work. Oriental brush painting makes you aware of our world and allows you to capture the spirit of the subject. Course covers calligraphy and discipline essential to the practice of Sumi-e. Lectures, demonstrations, individual help each class. ‘Sumi-e/ Brush
Studio available for working from the figure, short and long poses, supervised use; no instruction. Participants provide their own supplies. Different model each week. Enrollment limited. No solvents in Friday class.
Painting (Beg)’ workshop is recommended for beginners to take
INSTRUCTOR : Jody Mattison
with this course. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Fumiyo Yoshikawa
$155: 10 classes
$108: w/ another CCA class
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
Class 36963
6:30pm-9:30pm
Mon
9/11-11/13
$182: 10 classes
Class 36911
Mon
9:00am-12:00pm
9/11-11/13
$140: 9 classes
$97: w/ another CCA class
Class 36962
1:00pm-4:00pm
Fri
9/15-11/17
No solvents. No class 11/10.
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Mokuhanga-Japanese Woodblock Printing For artists’ in-home studios without a press, this beautiful, low-tech process may be the perfect solution. This workshop introduces a traditional Japanese woodblock printing process, Ukiyo-E technique. Participants learn to carve the woodblock, use Japanese carving tools, and print with water-based ink on Japanese paper. Participants will cut their own woodblocks and create a small edition of multicolor prints. All levels are welcome. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org. Bring a bag lunch.
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Open Studio Painting Open to all experienced painters and current painting students. Work on your own in a group setting; no instruction. Participants provide their own supplies and are responsible for cleanup. LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center $128: 10 classes
$65: w/ another CCA class
Class 37044
1:00pm-5:00pm
Thu
9/14-11/16
INSTRUCTOR : Tomoko Murakami LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center $206: 3 classes
$35 supply fee due at first class
Class 36953
10:00am-4:00pm
Sun
10/15-10/29
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Portrait and Landscape Painting from Photographs: Oil/Acrylics Expand your creativity and art education while having fun. Learn to create strong compositions and attain accurate color, values, and representation through demonstrations and individual instruction. Acquire a greater visual awareness and skill to interpret and execute a portrait, working from photographs. Develop your painting abilities to work in a representational manner. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org. INSTRUCTOR : Gary Bergren LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center $182: 10 classes
Class 37017
Wed
9:00am-12:00pm
9/13-11/15
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Portrait in PanPastel and Charcoal Pencil
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Open Studio Printmaking
We will create painterly portraits using PanPastel and charcoal
Open to all experienced printmakers who have taken a CCA class
pencils. The class will focus on capturing the realism without
within the past three quarters or are currently enrolled in a class.
losing the energy and mood of the subject. PanPastel is like a
Use a fine art custom handmade French American professional
bridge between painting and drawing. It is very forgiving and
etching press, equipment, blankets and tools in an open studio
easily erased. You can create both linear and thick painterly effects
environment to create your own prints. Supervised use but no
with this medium. We will use photographs as our reference and
instruction provided. Participants provide own paper, plates and
focus on how to see correctly and read values and shapes to
inks and any specialized materials.
capture the essence and resemblance in our portraits. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center $123: 10 classes
$63: w/ another CCA class
Class 36941
1:00pm-5:00pm
Thu
9/14-11/16
INSTRUCTOR : Seema Mahboob LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center $135: 7 classes
Class 37073
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Portrait and Figure Drawing and Painting This continuing portrait and figure class is for both drawing and
Sat
9/16-10/28
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Printmaking Explorations
painting students. One, two, or three session poses with nude
Introducing the new green printmaking studio. This class will
and clothed models each quarter. New students are welcome and
offer a variety of printmaking techniques to engage students in
strongly encouraged to work in charcoal and pencil to build up
the magical world of printmaking, using safer practices and less
drawing skills. Continuing students may progress to oil, acrylic,
toxic materials and methods. Throughout the course, we’ll explore
water media or chalk pastel. Drawing and painting topics are
etching (intaglio) and block printing (relief). Each class will have
demonstrated and individually addressed, including basic block-in,
instruction and studio time for students to pursue their individual
composition, measuring, proportion, foreshortening, anatomy,
interests. No experience necessary, the only requirement is
value, color, layering and brushwork. Materials list online at
enthusiasm! Experienced printmakers welcome. Materials will be
www.communityarts.org.
discussed at first class.
INSTRUCTOR : Jody Mattison
INSTRUCTOR : Moose Wesler
LOCATION : Annex B, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center $174: 8 classes
$254: 10 classes
Class 37072
Sat
9:30am-1:00pm
9/16-11/18
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Thu
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Reduction Block Prints
The Still Life in Chalk Pastel
This two-day workshop is an exploration of the process of
Using the still life as our subject, learn how to paint with
reduction block printing. In this process, the artist alternately
beautiful chalk pastel. We will begin with a limited palette, and
carves and prints a single block to create an image from
then introduce full color on succeeding projects. Pastel painting
overlapping layers of colors. It’s a fun process, and we’ll use both
topics include materials, techniques, composition, use of color;
hand printing and the etching press. Each participant will complete
demonstrations and individual advice each week. Returning
a small edition consisting of 3-4 layers of color. No experience
students are welcome and can work on more advanced and
necessary.
individual projects. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
INSTRUCTOR : Moose Wesler LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Jody Mattison
$86: 2 classes
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
Class 36950
Sat-Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm
11/4-11/5
$182: 10 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 36926
6:30pm-9:30pm
Tue
9/12-11/14
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Silk Painting (Int/Adv) One of the most exciting aspects of painting silk is the opportunity
Watercolor Painting (Int/Adv)
to create strikingly vivid textures of color. In this introductory
Explore watercolor to its fullest with emphasis on learning a
course, participants will create a scarf or tapestry, using the
direct painting process, incorporating principles of design, and
basic silk painting techniques. As the hand of the artist delicately
your own creative vision to make exciting watercolor paintings.
guides the flow of the liquid, the colors glide through the silk and
Bring reference materials and painting materials. Demonstrations,
generate delight and excitement. The result is stunning! All levels
coaching and critiques as needed. Materials list online at
are welcome. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
www.communityarts.org.
INSTRUCTOR : Tomoko Murakami
INSTRUCTOR : Leslie Wilson
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Cente
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
$86: 1 class
$10 supply fee per 31” x 31” silk.
$182: 10 classes
Class 36952
10:00am-4:00pm
Class 36934
Sun
9/24
Wed
2:00pm-5:00pm
9/13-11/15
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/15-11/17
$167: 9 classes
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Class 36933
Sumi-e/Brush Painting (Beg)
Fri
No class 11/10
An exciting workshop to encourage and motivate those who have never painted, as well as those who wish to take full advantage of the medium’s potential. This class will cover the use of materials, paper, ink and brush. How to paint pine trees, one of the three friends of winter and one of the most important sumi-e subjects, containing essential strokes, and techniques for painting a fine sumi-e will be covered. Also, class will learn variety of ways to paint trees to make Sumi-e landscape. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org. Bring a bag lunch.
Watercolor Painting (Mixed Level) Learn the basics of color theory, expert drawing, and watercolor techniques using basic primaries and the right brain drawing method. First class teaches all the basics; then students works on a project of their choice. This is a fine arts course where you will learn what art school students learn: the basics.
INSTRUCTOR : Fumiyo Yoshikawa
INSTRUCTOR : Wendy Soneson
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
$86: 1 class
$20 supply fee due at class.
Class 36951
10:00am-4:00pm
Sat
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11/11
$182: 10 classes
Class 36914
Tue
9:30am-12:30pm
9/12-11/14
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FOOD & COOKING A D U LT
NEW | Home Cheese making Jeannie Mckenzie reveals the great mysteries of making awesome chevre and fantastic feta, as well as the mysterious Crottin! In addition to learning everything you’ll need to know to make yummy cheeses in your own kitchen, you’ll have the opportunity to sample other scrumptious farm creations such as beet kavaas whey crackers. You’ll experiment with unique chevre flavorings from savory to sweet. You’ll take home culture and rennet for making your own cheese as well as sample cheeses we’ve made. A D U LT
INSTRUCTOR : Jeannie Mckenzie
Zen Calligraphy
Location : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
Learn Japanese calligraphy through teachings from the wisdom
$88: 1 class
$10 supply fee due at class
of Zen masters. Zen meditation can give a peaceful mind to
Class 37287
11:00am-2:00pm
Sun
10/8
those who practice it. In this class you will learn the meaning of one of the Zen teachings and how to write the calligraphy with a bamboo brush on rice paper in formal and cursive forms. This class will also cover the use of materials, paper, ink and brush, basic and essential strokes for both calligraphy and brush painting for beginners. This is an excellent additional study for people who practice Sumi-e brush painting as well. Bring a decent large bamboo brush. Contact instructor, art@fumiyo-y.com, no later than one business week prior to the workshop if you need to order an appropriate brush through instructor. Bring a bag lunch. See materials list at www.communityarts.org.
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NEW | Bubbles and Bites Nothing says celebration better than a glass of sparkling wine! However, there’s more to that glass of bubbles than it might seem. Explore a selection of sparkling wines and discover what makes them each unique. We’ll discuss their history, winemaking, and how that contributes to the flavors you taste in the glass. Discover how these wines fit in at your celebrations and on your dinner table as we pair them with holiday hors d’oeuvres.
INSTRUCTOR : Fumiyo Yoshikawa
INSTRUCTOR : Nicole Ruiz Hudson, Certified Sommelier and Wine
LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center
& Spirit Education Trust Diploma Holder
$86: 1 class
$20 supply fee due at class.
Location : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center
Class 37307
10:00am-4:00pm
$53: 1 class
$20 supply fee due at class
Class 37334
6:00pm-9:00pm
Sat
11/18
Thu
11/2
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Make and Mingle Open Studio
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Join us for an evening of meeting new people and making something fun! Our Make and Mingle Open Studio is a fun event for people with all levels of or no experience at all with art making! We’ll have a teaching artist and all the materials ready for you --just come ready to have fun! Register prior to the evening or pay by credit card on the night of the class. In collaboration with Calicraft.
LOCATION : Calicraft, 2700 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek $23: 1 class
Class 37078
Wed
7:00pm-8:30pm
9/13
Class 37079
Wed
7:00pm-8:30pm
10/11
Class 37080
Wed
7:00pm-8:30pm
11/8
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Let’s take a trip to Italy! No other country’s food and wines were so meant to go together as Italy’s. We’ll explore the wines of a few of Italy’s most classic regions including Tuscany, the Piedmont and Veneto and enjoy them alongside delicious plates like white bean crostini and pasta pomodoro. INSTRUCTOR : Nicole Ruiz Hudson, Certified Sommelier and Wine
INSTRUCTOR : Ansley Luce
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& Spirit Education Trust Diploma Holder Location : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center $53: 1 class
$20 supply fee due at class
Class 37333
6:00pm-9:00pm
Wed
9/27
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NEW | Easy Elegant Dinner Class is a hands-on demo with historical overview. The class begins with Portobello Mushroom Tapas with Garlic and Sherry Wine as your appetizer. Your entree will be Shrimp Flambe with Pisco over Soft Yucca (you will learn how to buy, store and cook this delicious root). And the Chocolate Tiramisu dessert is presented with a new twist: chocolate. INSTRUCTOR : Nora Frazier Location : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center $55: 1 class
$16 supply fee due at class
Class 37336
6:30pm-9:30pm
Fri
11/17
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NEW | Flavors Around the World Class is a hands-on demonstration with historical overview. Your
Wine Analysis: A Journey through a Glass of Wine
appetizer for this class is an Asian Ceviche, with a wonderful mix
Class identifies three types of wine tasters explaining how you
of flavors, including sesame oil and seeds. The entree: Peruvian
can determine what category of taster you are. Learn to identify
Olive Rice with raisins, bacon, pecans, served with Caribbean
and describe seven major components of wine by tasting five
Spiced Chicken. For dessert: a tangy Pisco Sour and coconut tart.
specific wines that exemplify each component. Learn the link between aroma and flavor. Be exposed to wine aroma’s having
INSTRUCTOR : Nora Frazier Location : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center
an opportunity to test your olfactory skills. Learn technique for tasting a glass of wine, serving wine at proper temperatures,
$55: 1 class
$16 supply fee due at class
proper wine storage and importance of using correct wine glass.
Class 37335
6:30pm-9:30pm
Class is appropriate for both novice and intermediate wine
Thu
10/5
connoisseurs. 21 and over. INSTRUCTOR : Robert Becker, Certified Wine Educator and
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Certified Sommelier
Chinese Cooking Series
LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center
Learn to make popular Chinese dishes with simple and easy cooking techniques. Learn to use Chinese seasonings, herbs, and spices and make your version of a healthy meal. In this hands-on class, we’ll use all cooking techniques of stir-frying, deep-frying,
$55: 1 class
Class 36776
Sat
2:00pm-4:30pm
10/7
Class 36777
Sat
2:30pm-5:00pm
12/2
steaming and poaching to make Chinese regional dishes such as: chicken salad, wonton soup, steamed fish, stir-fried noodles, and
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more. Bring sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, and hand towel.
Dim Sum Workshop
INSTRUCTOR : Chat Mingkwan
Dim Sum means “a little bit of heart,” and these little savories
Location : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center
and sweets gladden the heart and palate. Dim Sum can be served
$160: 4 classes
$55 supply fee due at first class
as a light appetizer, lunch, or snack. We will learn to use a variety
Class 37186
6:30pm-9:30pm
of ingredients and seasonings to create popular items, and learn
Wed
10/18-11/8
techniques of filling and wrapping delicious popular Asian snacks such as pork and shrimp dumplings, BBQ pork buns, Chinese broccoli, and sesame seed balls. Bring sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, and hand towel. INSTRUCTOR : Chat Mingkwan
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Location : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center $57: 1 class
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37187
6:30pm-9:30pm
Tue
11/14
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Healthy Stir-fries
Vietnamese Cooking
Wok and stir-fry cooking techniques were invented in China, but all
Explore what makes Vietnamese cuisine so popular! Vietnamese
Asian cultures have modified the classic techniques to make them
cuisine has an East-meets-West combination of subtle tastes
their own. Learn various methods and simple techniques of stir-
and flavors. Vietnamese food is generally healthy. You’ll learn
frying, quick and easy food preparation using fresh ingredients,
to use fresh herbs, such as Vietnamese mint-rau ram, basil-rau
and taking little time to cook. Make delicious healthy dishes from
que, ngo gai, and pick up simple techniques in preparing popular
Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Menu includes
Vietnamese dishes such as lemongrass chicken, hot and sour
Beef and Broccoli, Eggplant and Thai Basil, Chow Mein, Peppered
seafood soup, clay pot, shrimp fresh spring rolls, green mango
Shrimp, and more. Bring sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, and
salad, and more. Bring sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, hand
hand towel.
towel.
INSTRUCTOR : Chat Mingkwan
INSTRUCTOR : Chat Mingkwan
Location : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center
Location : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center
$57: 1 class
$15 supply fee due at first class
$160: 4 classes
$55 supply fee due at first class
Class 37190
6:30pm-9:30pm
Class 37191
6:30pm-9:30pm
Mon
10/9
Tue
9/12-10/3
GLASS
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Holiday Hors d’Oeuvres It’s time to offer your best to families, friends, and love ones. Mix and match ingredients and techniques from all cuisines and prepare both savory and sweet one-bite size offerings: Wasabi
A D U LT
Flamework for Fusers
pancakes with smoked fish and Japanese caviars, Mini lemongrass
Work with COE 90 glass to design elements using a hot head torch.
beef burgers, Sous-vide scallop and salmon roulade, baked crab
Add these components to your fusing work to create unique art
mousse in herb biscuits, Spicy Saba (mackerel) nuggets, Asian mix
pieces. Use rod, stringers and sheet glass in the torch to make fluid
herb cups and Choconut Puffs, baked coconut and chocolate puff
shapes. Torching techniques covered include twisties, stringer
pastry. Bring sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, hand towel.
dots, strip twisties and more. Students will have hands on torch time to practice making components Bring one canister of MAAP
INSTRUCTOR : Chat Mingkwan
gas and COE 90 glass (rods, stringers and sheet). Bring a lunch.
Location : Kitchen, Civic Park Community Center $57: 1 class
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37188
6:30pm-9:30pm
Mon
12/11
INSTRUCTOR : Melissa McCumiskey LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center $87: 1 class
Class 37196
A D U LT
Indonesian Cooking The cooking of the “Spice Islands” fills with aromatic flavors and fresh tropical fruits, herbs and vegetables. Join us in cooking
10:00am-3:00pm
10/28
A D U LT
Fused Glass (Beg-Adv)
popular Indonesian meals for our dinner. Learn to use Indonesian
Explore your creative and artistic abilities. Fusing and slumping
herbs and spices and preparing delicious dishes with unusual
glass offer almost limitless possibilities for creating with color
techniques, such as assorted satay, gado gado, peanut sauce,
and form. Learn the basics of glass cutting, fusing and slumping.
dried beef curry, grilled fish, and fresh tropical fruit salad. Bring
Use sheet glass, frit, stringers and rods, design and make glass
sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, and hand towel.
art pieces. Continuing students expand their knowledge with new techniques and interact and share new ideas with other students.
INSTRUCTOR : Chat Mingkwan
Materials list online at www.communityarts.org.
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$57: 1 class
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37189
6:30pm-9:30pm
Thu
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INSTRUCTOR : Melissa McCumiskey LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center $179: 8 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 37192
Tue
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/12-10/31
Class 37193
Tue
6:30pm-9:30pm
9/12-10/31
Adult
A D U LT
A D U LT
Glass Fusers Group
One Day Crash Glass Mosaics
The mission of the Glass Fusers Group is to encourage glass
Using broken tempered glass while incorporating paints and
workers at all levels to continue to study art glass, practice and
pigments, this method incorporates a clear, almost 3-D effect
produce new work, and to share ideas and experiences. The group
that allows light and color to reflect what lies beneath your glass.
will meet the second Saturday of each month (June through May,
Design and create your tempered glass art on both wood and glass
no meeting in December) to share glass pieces, critiques, technical
bases that are supplied for you (do not bring your own substrate
developments and hear guest speakers. Enrollment is open
for this class). Grouting and finishing techniques taught as well.
throughout the year at a prorated fee.
Bring a lunch, snug fitting dishwashing gloves and wear art clothes. Students will design 2-4 pieces of art.
INSTRUCTOR : Melissa McCumiskey LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Connie English
$63: 11 classes
LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
Class 35665
Sat
10:00am-12:00pm
6/10-5/12
$98: 1 class
$65 supply fee due at class
Class 37197
10:00am-4:00pm
Sat
10/7
A D U LT A D U LT
Glass Fusing & Slumping Learn to fuse layers of compatible glass in a kiln to create tiles,
Selling Your Art
jewelry, small frames, dishes and ornaments. Techniques covered
Come and learn how to sell your artwork. Discussion topics
include glass cutting, surface decoration, pattern bars and
will include merchandise pricing, marketing, show etiquette,
slumping into molds. Continuing students will be encouraged to
applications and photography. Please bring samples of your work
expand their knowledge with new techniques. Materials list online
and ideas or photos of your display. This workshop will provide
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new and experienced artists with valuable information on the process of participating in the Artist Markets held each December
INSTRUCTOR : Penny Ruhter
at the Shadelands Art Center, as well as other sales venues.
LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center $179: 8 classes
$10 supply fee due at first class
Class 37194
Wed
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/13-11/1
Class 37195
Wed
6:30pm-9:30pm
9/13-11/1
INSTRUCTOR : Penny Ruhter LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center $39: 1 class
Class 37081
Sat
10:00am-1:00pm
9/23
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HEALTH & FITNESS
A D U LT
Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement This class is for anyone who wants to move well and feel fantastic. Classes are designed to stimulate brain/mind function, coordination, and physical strength. You will use your body and brain to feel younger, stronger and fit! Slow, easy movements progress to complex active movements. Please dress comfortably and bring a big towel and pillow. INSTRUCTOR : Tancha McKnight LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $147: 12 classes
Class 36991
Thu
3:30pm-4:30pm
9/14-12/14
No class 11/2, 11/23
A D U LT
Gentle Pilates
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Hatha Yoga (Beg/Int)
Pilates practice develops core strength, body awareness,
Introduction and practice of yoga postures and body alignment.
coordination, flexibility and balance. Pilates also improves
Through stretching and relaxation techniques, yoga postures will
posture and ease of movement. This class focuses on movement
strengthen the body and stimulate creative energy. Emphasis on
fundamentals and a gentler approach to the basic Pilates
correcting and adapting postures to meet individual needs. Bring
exercises. Both mat and barre exercises included. Please bring a
your own mat, pad, or small rug. Refrain from eating for two hours
yoga mat, towel and yoga block (by second class).
before class.
INSTRUCTOR : Jill Woolums
INSTRUCTOR : Sandra Foster
LOCATION : Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym
LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center
$15: 1 class
$108: 10 classes
Class 37254
Mon
Class 36992 7:00pm-8:00pm
9/11-11/13
7:00pm-8:00pm
12/4-12/18
$41: 3 classes
Class 37259
Mon
Sat
10:35am-11:35am
Sat
9/13
$68: 5 classes
Class 36993
Wed
1:00pm-2:00pm
10/4-11/1
Class 37001
Wed
1:00pm-2:00pm
11/8-12/13
9/16-11/18 A D U LT
$28: 2 classes
Class 37260
1:00pm-2:00pm
No class 11/22
$108: 10 classes
Class 37256
Wed
10:35am-11:35am
12/9-12/16
Pilates: Slow Method Flexband/Roller A blend of traditional Pilates mat work and the Slow Method, this
LOCATION : Studio D, Civic Park Studios
class takes Pilates to a whole new level. The roller adds elements
$108: 10 classes
of self-massage, circulation, balance and control while the
Class 37255
Wed
5:30pm-6:30pm
9/13-11/15
5:30pm-6:30pm
11/29-12/13
$41: 3 classes
Class 37258
Wed
LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $185: 14 classes
$98: 9 classes
10:00am-11:25am
No class 11/10 60
instructor for $7. (Expect to pay approx. $25 for a roller). INSTRUCTOR : Connie English
LOCATION : Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center
Fri
your overall body strength, awareness, flexibility and coordination all in one enjoyable and dynamic workout. Flexband available from
INSTRUCTOR : Nancy Spiecker
Class 37257
flexband increases resistance for arm and leg sculpting. Increase
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Class 36901
Wed
9:30am-10:20am
9/13-12/13
Adult A D U LT
Pilates: Slow Method Magic Circle/ Flexband The Magic Circle is a resistance ring designed to work your muscles together correctly to improve muscle tone and endurance while using the flexband for stretching and added arm and leg sculpting. Flexband available from instructor for $7. Magic Circle not required until second class. INSTRUCTOR : Connie English LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $185: 14 classes
Class 36900
Mon
9:30am-10:20am
9/11-12/11
A D U LT
Qi and Wellness Learn Chinese Medicine meridians, acupressure points, and energy work for healing. Practice Qigong for strength, flexibility, vital energy, and to help prevent or ease arthritis. Learn special breathing and meditation techniques for stress release. Kaleo has 40 years of Qigong experience, and with his wife, Elise, coauthored Chi and Creativity, Qi and Grace, and others. INSTRUCTOR : Kaleo and Elise Ching
A D U LT
LOCATION :: Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym
Tai Chi & Qigong
$91: 8 classes
Class 36899
Mon
1:00pm-2:15pm
9/18-11/6
Learn the ancient Chinese ways to health and longevity through meditation and exercise. In this class we use gentle movement and learn how to realign our posture, breathe for relaxation and stretch
A D U LT
NEW | Slow Flow Yoga (Level 1-2) Slow Flow is a class that incorporates the flow of a Vinyasa class with focus on alignment, longer holds and deep breathing. Students will practice yoga in a safe, encouraging environment
in stillness. Begin the beautiful routine of classical Yang style Tai Chi Chuan. Appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. INSTRUCTOR : Qi Works LOCATION : Bridge Cul-de-Sac, Civic Park
where they can develop their individual practice. Variations,
$63: 6 classes
modifications and props are used to help students find
Class 36994
Thu
9:00am-10:15am
9/14-10/19
connections with yoga and feel its powerful benefits.
Class 36995
Sat
9:00am-10:15am
9/16-10/21
INSTRUCTOR : Charlie Harrison LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
Zumba
$159: 12 classes
Class 37183
Thu
No class 11/2, 11/23
A D U LT
6:30pm-7:30pm
9/14-12/14
Zumba Fitness fuses hypnotic Latin/International rhythms and dance moves to create an exhilarating and dynamic fun-filled interval training and toning hour. Zumba is known as the exercise in disguise. Beginners welcome as the steps are very basic and easy to follow. Bring towel and water to class. INSTRUCTOR : Janice Litvin LOCATION : Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym $129: 14 classes
Class 37000
Tue
7:30pm-8:30pm
9/19-12/19
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NEW | ZumbaÂŽ Gold and Gold Toning Fitness dance class with inspirational, low-impact Latin music and moves geared toward the GOLD participant. You will also tone your body and build muscle endurance with light resistance hand weights. Dance choreography can be safely and easily followed. We have fun in a welcoming social environment. Improve the physical and mental health of each participant while following. Let it move you! Bring 1-2 lb. weight, water bottle and small towel. Wear gym shoes and comfortable clothing. INSTRUCTOR : Berrin Kandilici LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $63: 6 classes
Class 37323
Mon
11:00am-11:45am
9/11-10/16
Class 37324
Mon
11:00am-11:45am
10/23-12/4
No class 11/20
A D U LT
Dancing to the Classics Low impact dance workout for both men and women. Enhance
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balance, coordination and cardiovascular endurance as you dance
Abs and Back Exercises
to classic songs from all genres, singing along to all of your
We all love to feel good about our workout. Get your core and back in shape! Everyone should have a strong stomach and back
favorite hits. Easy to follow moves create a fun experience. No prior dance experience needed.
to stay healthy and be fit. You will need a yoga mat and be able to
INSTRUCTOR : Regina Meshenberg
get on the floor. Those who cannot be on their knees can modify
LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
when needed. Isolation, isotonic and isometric movements will be performed.
$39: 6 classes
Class 36864
INSTRUCTOR : Jo Nash
Wed
LOCATION : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center
Class 36865
$52: 7 classes
No class 11/22
Class 36860
Fri
11:20am-12:05pm
Fri
9/13-10/25
Wed
12:00pm-1:00pm
11/1-12/13
9/15-10/27 A D U LT
$31: 4 classes
Class 36861
12:00pm-1:00pm
No class 10/11
11:20am-12:05pm
11/3-12/15
No class 11/10, 11/17, 11/24
Flexband/Chair Fitness for Stronger Bodies This unique and effective strength building class is for all ages and abilities! The secret to our success is incorporating flex
LOCATION : Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym
band resistance training with slow movements for a slow burn
$45: 6 classes
workout. Students are amazed by how much they can do safely,
Class 36859
Tue
11:50am-12:35pm
9/19-10/24
as well as how great they feel, even after the first class. Using
Class 36862
Tue
11:50am-12:35pm
10/31-12/12
a chair for stability and flex band for muscle building, you will increase strength, balance and coordination and general well-
No class 11/21
being. Attentive instructor has over 22 years fitness experience. Flexbands available from instructor for $7. Wear comfortable clothing, pants and shirt; workout clothing not required. INSTRUCTOR : Connie English
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LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center $94: 7 classes
Class 36939
Tue
10:00am-10:50am
9/12-10/24
Class 36940
Tue
10:00am-10:50am
10/31-12/12
Adult A D U LT
A D U LT
Meditation for Everyone (All Levels)
Tai Chi-Yang Short Form
Increase concentration, relaxation, self-awareness and attention
Tai Chi is China’s #1 health and longevity exercise, based on
to breath. Learn to cope more effectively with stress. Opportunity
martial arts and Yin/ Yang principles. It benefits bones, digestive
to begin a meditation practice or experience practicing meditation
and lymphatic systems, balance, coordination, strength, and the
with the support of a group. Sessions will include multiple
Mind-Body connection. The Simplified Yang Style 24-Step Form
techniques to suit the needs of everyone such as: gentle stretches
was created for ease in learning and practice, and is appropriate
to release tension, breathing, correct posture, setting an intension,
for both beginners and students with prior knowledge. Master
time to journal, etc. Time to come together to enjoy and relax with
Adam Wallace, certified with almost 30 years’ experience, teaches
the company of others. You can choose to sit on a chair, sit on
the skill with depth, clarity and precision.
floor on mat with cushion of your choice, or lying down on mat.
INSTRUCTOR : Adam Wallace
INSTRUCTOR : Helen Maxie
LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
$59: 4 classes
$43: 4 classes
Class 36970
Class 36979
Mon
12:00pm-12:45pm
Mon
9:00am-10:00am
9/11-10/2
9:00am-10:00am
10/23-12/11
9/11-10/2 $115: 8 classes
$83: 8 classes
Class 36980
Mon
Class 36971 12:00pm-12:45pm
Mon
10/23-12/11 A D U LT
LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center $43: 4 classes
Class 36983
Thu
12:00pm-12:45pm
9/7-9/28
Thu
Zumba is fun! It’s different, it’s effective, and it’s an aerobic workout. Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a fun experience. You’ll forget you’re exercising!
$73: 7 classes
Class 36984
Zumba for Beginners
12:00pm-12:45pm
10/19-12/14
INSTRUCTOR : Jo Nash LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
No class 11/2, 11/23
$52: 7 classes
Class 36853
A D U LT
Wed
Qigong for Health and Vitality
$45: 6 classes
Qigong is China’s ancient method to strengthen the constitution,
Class 36858
promote vitality, prevent and cure disease, prevent premature
No class 11/22
Wed
11:00am-11:45am
9/13-10/25
11:00am-11:45am
11/1-12/13
aging, and prolong life. Lin Hou Sheng’s 18 Movements benefit the internal organs (enhancing their functions) and related external (sensory) organs, reduce stress, and increase flexibility. This class
LOCATION : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center
is appropriate for both beginners and students with prior training.
$52: 7 classes
Master Adam Wallace, certified with almost 30 years’ experience,
Class 36854
teaches the skill with depth, clarity and precision.
Fri
10:30am-11:15am
9/15-10/27
10:30am-11:15am
11/3-12/15
$31: 4 classes
INSTRUCTOR : Adam Wallace LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
Class 36857
Fri
No class 11/10, 11/17, 11/24
$59: 4 classes
Class 36968
Mon
10:15am-11:15am
9/11-10/2
Class 36969
Mon
LOCATION : Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym $45: 6 classes
$115: 8 classes
10:15am-11:15am
10/23-12/11
Class 36855
Tue
11:00am-11:45am
9/19-10/24
Class 36856
Tue
11:00am-11:45am
10/31-12/12
No class 11/21
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Gentle Exercise Increase your mobility, vitality and well-being. Improve your flexibility and range of motion through mild yoga stretches. Tone your muscles with easy strength exercises. Get in touch with your body through movement-awareness. Tune the nervous system through conscious relaxation. Increase your vitality with deep breathing. This class is designed to accommodate all, from the fit to the frail. The exercises can be done sitting or standing. INSTRUCTOR : Ziv Porat LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center $50: 6 classes
Class 36830
Fri
1:00pm-2:00pm
9/15-10/20
Class 36831
Fri
1:00pm-2:00pm
10/27-12/15
No class 11/10, 11/24
A D U LT S 5 0 + A D U LT S 5 0 +
Chair Yoga This class involves practicing yoga using a chair instead of the
Move to Improve Your Balance
floor and is ideal for those who are challenged with mobility or
Having good balance is one of the most important aspects of
for those looking for an alternative to other yoga programs. Wear
healthy aging. This class is based on the Feldenkrais Method
loose clothing, and bring a non-slip yoga floor mat to class. Before
which uses creative and innovative movements that will feed
registering for this class, please call the instructor at
and challenge your brain. There is extensive research that shows
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that balance can be greatly improved. These movements will be done sitting, standing and walking. Learn to improve the quality
INSTRUCTOR : Marcia Conroy LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center $120: 13 classes
Class 36967
Thu
of your life. Your instructor, who has been teaching for 20 years, will verbally direct the class through movements to improve your balance.
10:15am-11:15am
9/14-12/14
No class 11/23
INSTRUCTOR : Tancha McKnight LOCATION : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center $99: 8 classes
A D U LT S 5 0 +
Class 36845
Gentle Yoga
Mon
1:30pm-2:30pm
9/25-11/20
No class 10/23
It is never too late to begin yoga. Each individual will develop a unique yoga practice, modifying it to fit their specific needs. The focus will include stretching to promote flexibility; asanas to enhance bone health; pose sequences to slightly increase heart
A D U LT S 5 0 +
Seniorcise
rate; and restorative poses to relieve stress. Wear loose clothing,
Low impact exercise for men and women. Enhance flexibility,
and bring a non-slip yoga floor mat as well as a firm blanket to
strength, cardiovascular endurance, coordination, and balance.
class. Before registering for class, please call instructor at
Muscle toning with light weights. Bring a pair of 1 to 3lb hand
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weights and come exercise to your favorite hits from big band through 60’s music.
INSTRUCTOR : Marcia Conroy LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
$129: 14 classes
Class 36949
Tue
INSTRUCTOR : Susan Funkhouser
11:00am-12:15pm
9/12-12/12
$73: 14 classes
Class 36869
Mon
3:00pm-4:00pm
9/11-12/11
3:00pm-4:00pm
9/13-12/13
$120: 13 classes
Class 36948
Thu
8:45am-10:00am
No class 11/23
9/14-12/14
$68: 13 classes
Class 36870
Wed
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JEWELRY A D U LT
Charm Bracelet: Silver Metal Clay and Sterling This Metal Clay class is designed for both beginning students and those seeking to refresh skills and learn new ones. Students will design and make six charms to be displayed on a linked bracelet. A new technique will be taught with each charm and includes forming, texturizing, stone setting, filigree syringe work, curved surface construction, and setting a glass component. The bracelet will be secured with a bar and toggle clasp fabricated with metal clay. INSTRUCTOR : Arlene Mornick LOCATION : Annex A, Shadelands Art Center $151: 2 classes
Class 37131
$75 supply fee due at first class
Sat-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm
9/30-10/1
A D U LT
Open Studio Jewelry Open to all experienced jewelers and current jewelry students. Work independently on any jewelry or metalsmithing project of your
A D U LT
Introduction to Jewelry
choice and have access to all the tools the jewelry department has to
Get a taste of what real jewelry making is all about. Students will
materials. A monitor will be on site to make sure equipment is used
be introduced to basic hand tools and techniques such as sawing,
properly and cleanliness of the space is maintained.
offer. No instruction is included and participants provide their own
riveting, filing, soldering and polishing. With their new skills, they have an opportunity to create sample charms in copper and brass and then progress into their final project, a sterling silver ring.
INSTRUCTOR : Natalia Alexandrova LOCATION : Studio J, Civic Park Studios $109: 10 classes $56: Fee w/ another CCA class For students doing casting there will be a $30 supply fee.
INSTRUCTOR : Tina Rath LOCATION : Studio J, Civic Park Studios $199: 10 classes
$15 supply fee due at first class
Class 37123
Mon
2:00pm-5:00pm
9/11-11/13
Class 37124
Wed
2:00pm-5:00pm
9/13-11/15
Class 37125
Wed
6:30pm-9:30pm
9/13-11/15
A D U LT
Possibilities with Chain A D U LT
Open your horizons to the limitless possibilities that chains present.
Jewelry Casting
This workshop will begin with visual examples and conversation to
In lost wax casting, you start by making a wax model of what you want your jewelry piece to look like and end with a piece of jewelry made of metal. The ability to carve the wax allows for a sculptural look. We will go over wax carving and shaping and other techniques needed to cast a wax piece into a finished piece of jewelry. Wax, bronze and most other supplies, and tools provided. Silver is not provided. Materials list handout at first class.
inspire your unique designs. Technical demonstrations will follow including, but not limited to, forging, riveting, roller printing and soldering tips. Then dive into your own designs with open work time. One-on-one sessions will keep your project moving forward. Students can expect to leave with a simple finished chain or a more complicated one well under way. INSTRUCTOR : Raissa Bump LOCATION : Studio J, Civic Park Studios
INSTRUCTOR : Staff LOCATION : Studio J, Civic Park Studios
$128: 2 classes
$182: 9 classes
$5 supply fee due at first class
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Class 37129
12:00pm-3:00pm
Fri
$30 supply fee due at first class
Sat-Sun 10:00am-4:00pm
10/7-10/8
9/15-11/17
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MUSIC
A G E S 1 7 & up
Jazz Band Ensemble Feel the thrill of being part of a full jazz ensemble. Play music of the
A G E S 1 2 & up
jazz masters from the 1930s to the present day. At least four years of
Community Chorus
experience, knowledge of all 12 major scales and sight reading skills
In this class you will meet others who love to sing, learn how to sing in a group setting, and even have a chance to perform! No experience necessary and all levels are welcome.
are required. Payment plan available. Auditions required. Please call (925) 676-8203 for more information. INSTRUCTOR : Max Pricco LOCATION : Auditorium, Shadelands Art Center
INSTRUCTOR : Rhonda Crane LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center
$390: 32 classes
$112: 10 classes
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Class 37202
Mon
7:15pm-8:15pm
Thu
7:30pm-9:30pm
9/14-5/24
9/11-11/13 A G E S 1 8 & up
Listening to Music: Art Song
A G E S 1 2 & up
Flock of Flutes
This NEW class in our Listening to Music series features great Art
Join the flock and soar with the East Bay’s only flute choir. Enhance
Songs sung by great singers. Join us!
your performing opportunities and become a better flutist.
INSTRUCTOR : A.J. Remedios
Prerequisite: three years playing experience, good rhythm, tone
LOCATION : Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center
and sight reading skills. Mid-year enrollment is possible. Please call
$73: 6 classes
(415) 200-6617 for audition to be scheduled by appointment only.
Class 37198
Thu
7:00pm-9:00pm
9/28-11/2
INSTRUCTOR : Monica Williams LOCATION : Rehearsal Room, Shadelands Art Center
Class 37294
Tue
A G E S 1 8 & up
Listening to Music: Romantic Period
$390: 32 classes
7:30pm-9:00pm
9/19-5/29
The Listening to Music series continues with the Romantic Period, roughly 1825-1900. We will listen to and discuss music by Berlioz, Brahms, Chopin, Liszt, Mahler, Mendelssohn, Rachmaninoff,
A G E S 1 4 & up
Schubert, Schumann, Tchaikovsky, Wagner and others.
Guitar for Adults (Beg) Learn to play a perennial instrument, including effective playing postures, finger style and pick style techniques, reading tablature
INSTRUCTOR : A.J. Remedios LOCATION : Annex C, Shadelands Art Center
and standard music notation, while playing beautiful melodies.
$73: 6 classes
Acoustic nylon or steel string guitars preferred but electric guitars
Class 37217
Fri
10:00am-12:00pm
9/29-11/3
are acceptable if accompanied with a small practice amplifier. Open to teens and adults. No experience necessary.
A G E S 1 8 & up
INSTRUCTOR : Jonathan Mendle
Native American Flute Circle
LOCATION : Youth Art 2, Shadelands Art Center
A mixed level ensemble, all levels welcome. We will play a new song
$122: 10 classes
Class 37222
Mon
7:00pm-8:00pm
9/11-11/13
every week that explores the wonderful and beautiful tone of the Native American flute. Beginning students will learn the pentatonic scale and basic flute techniques while advanced students will learn how to embellish and phrase while playing with others. Instruments provided for in-class use, and may be purchased from instructor for at-home use. INSTRUCTOR : Monica Williams LOCATION : Music Classroom, Shadelands Art Center $112: 10 classes
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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT A D U LT
CPR & First Aid Combo Receive certification in both Community CPR and Standard First Aid. Both certifications are through EMS Safety Services and are good for 2 years. Class includes introduction in use of defibrillator (AED). Wear comfortable clothing. Instructor: Sandie Pettus. Please bring a lunch and drink. Wear comfortable clothing. Class is held at the Professional Education Center, 2905 Salvio Steet, Concord, CA, 94519 INSTRUCTOR : CPR For Life Location : Classroom, Professional Education Center $65: 1 class
$10 supply fee due at class.
Class 36915
Sat
9:00am-4:00pm
9/23
Class 36916
Sat
9:00am-4:00pm
10/14
Class 36917
Sat
9:00am-4:00pm
11/4
Class 36919
Sat
9:00am-4:00pm
12/9
A D U LT
Introduction to Bridge Learn to play or return to playing in this first of four bridge classes offered throughout the year. Whether you want to play just for fun or are interested in serious competition, these classes will elevate your enjoyment of bridge. Using hands-on learning, you will start to play right away using a learning approach developed by top bridge teachers and players. Meet other bridge players and make new friends in a friendly and engaging learning environment.
A D U LT
Instructor is an accredited bridge teacher and accomplished player.
Thinking Bridge
Accompanying book available for purchase at class for further
An intermediate-level Contract Bridge class intended for those
study. Instructor is a Sapphire Life Master and Master bridge
who play regularly. Uses hands-on teaching methods combined
teacher. Come alone or bring your favorite partner.
with mentored play to improve your bidding, declarer play, and defense. Focuses on reasoning and judgment; standard bidding
INSTRUCTOR : Grant Robinson Location : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center $103: 9 classes
Class 36943
Thu
No class 10/12
used throughout. Lesson materials included. The instructor is a Sapphire Life Master and Master bridge teacher. Come alone or bring your favorite partner. Prerequisites: Introduction to Bridge,
10:00am-12:00pm
9/14-11/16
Bridge: Declarer Play and Bridge: Defense, or equivalent. INSTRUCTOR : Grant Robinson Location : Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center $83: 4 classes
Class 37012
Mon
7:00pm-9:00pm
9/11-10/2
7:00pm-9:00pm
10/16-11/13
$103: 5 classes
Class 37013
Mon
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Adult A D U LT
NEW | Introduction to Social Media Workshop Want to impress your adult children and ‘wow’ your grandkids? Come learn 2-3 cool tricks on Social Media. This is an introductory workshop for “Heroes, Headlines and Hype: Social Media for Seniors”. INSTRUCTOR : Jacqui Love Marshall Location : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center $10: 1 class
Class 36868
Wed
10:30am-12:00pm
9/13
A D U LT
Mah-Jongg A D U LT
Building Resilience in Challenging Times
Mah-Jongg is a fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. American Mah-Jongg uses a card of standard
How do you handle crisis? How can you survive when the only
hands against which all games are played. It requires a very small
way out is through? Learn to consciously summon your inner
amount of time to learn but results in hours of enjoyment laced
strength under extreme pressure; when help is not on the way.
with a lot of mental stimulation. For a fun experience come and
Expand your courage, mental clarity and stability. Improve
enjoy a supportive environment where you will learn to play one
emotional balance, expanded breathing and larger life-vision for
step at a time.
greater creativity and enthusiasm to re-fire your daily life. Build a tool-box of 10 proven ageless strategies and practices based in yoga, mind/body science and ageless philosophies. Bring yoga mat if you have one, journal, wear comfortable clothes/layers for possible outside experiences. INSTRUCTOR : Lena St. Michael
INSTRUCTOR : Betty Fraga Location : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center $43: 4 classes
$9 supply fee due at first class
Class 36718
Tue
1:00pm-4:00pm
9/12-10/3
Class 36719
Tue
1:00pm-4:00pm
10/10-10/31
Location : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center $93: 6 classes
$12 supply fee due at first class
Class 36987
6:30pm-8:00pm
Mon
9/11-10/16
A D U LT
Beginners Memoir Writing Do you have life stories you would like to share with family and friends? Learn to write your life stories. No writing experience
A D U LT
Heroes, Headlines, and Hype: Social Medial for Seniors Social media drives so much of the public conversation these days. Don’t be left out of the dialogue with family and friends, especially your grandchildren. Connect with others, stay current on hot topics of the day and learn new skills. In this class you will become familiar with major social media sites (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Instagram) and valuable web sites targeted to seniors. INSTRUCTOR : Jacqui Love Marshall Location : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center $43: 5 classes
Class 36866
Wed
10:30am-12:00pm
9/20-10/18
Class 36867
Wed
10:30am-12:00pm
10/25-11/29
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necessary! You are guided every step of the way through writing prompts explored in class, in class writing and sharing work within a supportive and positive atmosphere. Come join us for this wonderful opportunity to write about the life you have lived. INSTRUCTOR : Jill Morris Location : Oak View Room, Walnut Creek Library $153: 8 classes
Class 36851
Wed
1:30pm-3:30pm
9/13-11/1
Adult A D U LT
A D U LT
Advanced Memoir Writing
Advanced Conversational Spanish
Continue to develop the craft required to write personal essays
Did you study Spanish in high school or college but never
and book long memoirs. Pre-requisite: Beginners Memoir Writing
achieved conversational fluency? If conversational Spanish is your goal, we have the class for you! We will emphasize pronunciation,
INSTRUCTOR : Jill Morris Location : Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center $153: 8 classes
Class 36989
Wed
vocabulary and reading. You will get the practice you need to allow you to reach a level where you can finally have real conversations with native speakers. We will review grammar, learn
4:30pm-6:30pm
9/13-11/1
new expressions and idioms to improve your knowledge of the language.
A D U LT
INSTRUCTOR : Yanett Kenney
Memory Training
Location : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center
Kiss those senior moments goodbye! Improve your memory by taking this class! Developed by UCLA psychiatrist, Dr. Gary Small, and published by the National Institutes of Health and American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, Jumbo Memory Training helps conquer the four most common memory challenges: remembering names and faces, lists, remembering future appointments, and
$143: 14 classes
Class 36977
Mon
3:30pm-4:30pm
9/11-12/11
6:30pm-7:30pm
9/15-12/15
$123: 12 classes
Class 36978
Fri
No class 11/10, 11/24
misplaced items (glasses, keys, cellphone, etc.). A D U LT
INSTRUCTOR : Dave Clarke Mora Location : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center
Beginning Spanish For Seniors I
$122: 4 classes
$7 supply fee due at first class.
This program is designed for people 50 years old and up who want
Class 36985
Tue
2:00pm-4:00pm
9/12-10/3
to learn Spanish in a relaxed atmosphere while discovering Latin
Class 36986
Tue
10:00am-12:00pm
11/14-12/5
American Art and Culture. By the end of the course, students will be able to express themselves in the present tense and have a simple conversation by using vocabulary for everyday use. Come
A D U LT
and join us and let’s start this “fiesta.”
Beginning Spanish I This program is designed for adults who want to learn Spanish in a relaxed atmosphere while discovering Latin American Art and Culture. By the end of the course, students will be able to express themselves in the present tense and have a simple conversation by
INSTRUCTOR : Yanett Kenney Location : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center $143: 14 classes
Class 36974
Mon
1:30pm-2:30pm
9/11-12/11
using vocabulary for everyday use. Come and join us and let’s start this “fiesta.”
A D U LT
Beginning Spanish For Seniors II
INSTRUCTOR : Yanett Kenney Location : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center $123: 12 classes
Class 36976
Fri
Let’s continue this Spanish fiesta! This program is designed for people 50 and over and have some experience speaking
5:30pm-6:30pm
9/15-12/15
No class 11/10, 11/24
Spanish and are looking for review and more extensive practice. Knowledge of fundamental grammar points and vocabulary needed. INSTRUCTOR : Yanett Kenney Location : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center
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Class 36975
Mon
2:30pm-3:30pm
9/11-12/11
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SPORTS A D U LT
Golf Develop your skills with Boundary Oak Director of Instruction and former PGA tour player Dave DeLong. Golfers will learn fundamentals such as the swing, short game, rules and etiquette. Class size limited to 10 to ensure quality instruction. Bring a nine iron or pitching wedge to the first class. Clubs provided upon request at class. INSTRUCTOR : Walnut Creek Golf, Dave DeLong Location : Driving Range, Boundary Oak Municipal Golf Course $93: 6 classes
$5 ball fee to be paid at each class
Class 36833
Tue
9:30am-10:30am
9/26-10/31
Class 36834
Tue
6:30pm-7:30pm
9/26-10/31
Class 36835
Thu
6:30pm-7:30pm
9/14-10/19
A D U LT
Adult Pickleball Class Pickleball is easy to learn and tons of fun! Lessons will be divided between stroke work/footwork drills and match play periods. It’s a great activity for all ages, levels and athletic backgrounds looking to develop hand-eye coordination while exercising. Appropriate athletic attire/footwear is required. A D U LT
INSTRUCTOR : Lifetime Activities Instructor
Tech Buddies: All About iPads
LOCATION Court 1, Tice Valley Gymnasium
Learn all about your iPad in a small group setting and get your
$113: 5 classes
individual questions answered by the instructor. In the first
Adult Pickleball Class (Drills/Play) Session 1
meeting we’ll review the iPad’s features and capabilities and
Class 37582
practice performing basic tasks using its controls, commands,
Adult Pickleball Class (Beginning) Session 1
switches and buttons. In the second meeting we’ll explore what
Class 37583
you can actually do with your iPad, from taking and sharing photos
Tue
Tue
8:00am-9:30am
11:30am-1:00pm
10/10-11/7
10/10-11/7
to searching the web to organizing your life. Finally, we’ll discuss
Adult Pickleball Class (Adv. Beginning) Session 1
the world of apps, looking at some popular apps such as iBooks
Class 37584
and Maps, and discovering how to find good apps that match your
Adult Pickleball Class (Intermediate) Session 1
interests. Handouts included.
Class 37585
INSTRUCTOR : Martha Strizich Location : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center $78: 2 classes
Class 36946
Thu
1:00pm-3:00pm
10/5-10/12
Class 36947
Thu
1:00pm-3:00pm
11/2-11/9
Tue
Tue
1:00pm-2:30pm
2:30pm-4:00pm
10/10-11/7
10/10-11/7
Adult Pickleball Class (Drills/Play) Session 2
Class 37586
Tue
8:00am-9:30am
11/14-12/12
Adult Pickleball Class (Beginning) Session 2
Class 37587
Tue
11:30am-1:00pm
11/14-12/12
Adult Pickleball Class (Adv. Beginning) Session 2
Class 37588
Tue
1:00pm-2:30pm
11/14-12/12
Adult Pickleball Class (Intermediate) Session 2
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2:30pm-4:00pm
11/14-12/12
Adult Gymnasium rentals Tice Valley, Foothill and Walnut Creek Intermediate Gymnasiums are available for public and private rentals. Book your special events (basketball/volleyball, practices) with us. For further information call the Tice Gym rental line at 925-256-3560.
Adult Drop-In Sports Adult Drop-in Badminton
The drop-in badminton meets on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9:00-12:00pm at Tice Valley Gym. Schedule subject to change, please call 925-256-3572 for schedule updates. Cost is $5. Participants must be 18 years of age or older.
Adult Drop-in Pickle Ball
The drop-in pickleball meets on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9am-1pm and Friday mornings from 9:00am-12:00pm at the Tice Valley Gym. Schedule subject to change, please call 925-256-3572 for schedule updates. Cost is $5. Participants must be 18 years of age or older.
Adult Drop-in Basketball
The basketball drop-in program meets Monday - Friday from 12:00-3:00pm at the Tice Valley Gym. Schedule subject to change, please call 925-256-3572 for schedule updates. Cost is $5. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent for the duration of their participation.
Adult Drop-in Volleyball
5 on 5 Basketball League Adult Basketball Leagues
The volleyball drop-in program meets on Friday evenings from 7:00-10:00pm at the Tice Valley Gym. Cost is $6 and is open to
943-5899 ext. 2426
the first 42 participants. Schedule subject to change, please call
Sunday 5-on-5
925-256-3572 for schedule updates. Participants must be 18 years of age or older.
To request a registration packet for Sunday night 5 on 5 or for questions about the adult basketball leagues, email Allnutt@walnut-creek.org. Games will be played at the Tice Valley Community Gymnasium. Individuals looking to join a team may be placed on a free agents list by emailing Wes Allnutt at Allnutt@walnut-creek.org. Free agents list is distributed to team managers as we do not place individuals on teams.
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Sport/Fitness Groups Continental Little League (925) 210-6141
Baseball and softball programs for boys and girls aged 7-15. Log on to www.continentalbaseball.com for information. CYO Sports
St. John Vianney boys and girls basketball – call (510) 376-5423. St. Mary’s boys and girls basketball, cross country, and track & field – call (925) 256-8453. Jazzercise (925) 357-8667
Class is designed for all fitness levels and ages, with high- and low-impact options. Classes are ongoing. Registration is taken by Jazzercise anytime. Location: Tice Valley Gym. Mon-Thu: 9am; 6:15pm. Friday: 9am; 5:45pm Sat: 8:30am; Sun 9am Odyssey/Jrs. Girls Volleyball (925) 974-6219
Odyssey/VIP is a volleyball instructional program designed for 5th – 8th grade girls to learn or enhance their game. Email OdysseyVball@astound.net for more information. Walnut Creek Adult Softball, Inc. (925) 943-1955
WCASI provides a recreational slow-pitch softball program at Heather Farm Park. For more information, go to www.wcasi.org. Walnut Creek Little League (925) 806-8242
Baseball and Softball programs for boys and girls aged 8-16. For more information, log on to www.wcbaseball.org.
Volleyball Leagues 943-5899 ext. 2426
This contact football organization competes in the Diablo Valley Youth Football Conference and is open to boys and girls aged 5-15
Monday Night Coed League
years old. Log on to www.wcyfmarauders.com.
Wednesday Night Women’s 4’s
Walnut Creek Soccer Club (925) 407-5662
To request a registration spring packet or for questions about the adult volleyball leagues, email Wes Allnutt at
The WCSC is a youth soccer organization only, with players ages 6-18. For information, visit www.wcsc.org.
Allnutt@walnut-creek.org. Games will be played at the Tice Valley
Walnut Creek Youth Athletic Association (925) 933-4884
Community Gymnasium. Individuals looking to join a team may be
WCYAA offers recreational sports for boys and girls in grades K-11,
placed on a free agents list by emailing Wes Allnutt at
including basketball, t-ball/baseball and summer soccer. Go to
Allnutt@walnut-creek.org. Free agents list is distributed to team
www.wcyaa.com for information.
managers as we do not place individuals on teams.
Turf & Dog Park Hotline (925) 256-3574 Prior to field or dog park use, all groups and individuals should call for updated conditions of all City fields and the Heather Farm Dog Park.
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ADULTS 50+ PROGRAMS
Pancake Breakfast Come and enjoy the best pancake breakfast in town. This event is held on the first Sunday of each month and is open to everyone. This popular community event plays host to families large and small, grandparents and friends alike. We stop serving at 11:45am,
Annual Holiday Boutique
so be sure to come early! We will be closed on New Year’s Day.
The busy elves in Santa’s Workshop invite you to attend the Walnut Creek Seniors Club Annual Holiday Boutique. Decorative creations to grace your home, whimsical creations to share with loved ones, cuddly afghans and quilts to keep you warm, and beautiful handmade sweaters, scarves, and vests to snuggle in are
LOCATION : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center $3 Adults / $1.50 Children under 12
Sun
9:00am-12:00pm
9/3, 10/1, 11/5, 12/3
just a few of the items available to purchase.
Friday Socials
LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
Mark your calendar for our monthly Friday Socials and treat yourself to an afternoon of great entertainment. A delicious
Free
Fri-Sat 10:00am-2:00pm
11/3-11/4
reservations must be made at least one week in advance of the lunch date by calling (925) 943-5851. Pay at the door. If your plans
Halloween Bingo
change, please cancel your reservation. Reservations are only held
Join us today for a howling good time as we play a morning of Bingo followed by a fun lunch of assorted pizzas and beverage. Wear Halloween attire and receive two Bingo cards for free. Seating is limited. Purchase your ticket no later than Monday, prior to the event, from the receptionist. Advance ticket purchase required. Questions? Call (925) 943-5851. LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center $8 Per Ticket
Fri 10:00am-1:00pm
soup and sandwich lunch can also be purchased for $5. Lunch
10/27
until 11:30am. For those not having lunch, there is no charge to attend. LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center Free / $5 Lunch
Fri
11:00am-12:45pm
9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Bazaar Group This is a great drop-in opportunity to learn or share craft ideas while socializing with others and fundraising for the Club. Projects include a variety of crafts from decorative painting to crocheting
Medicare Counseling Day
to anything you’d like to explore. This is a group of fun-loving
Medicare open enrollment is from Oct. 15-Dec.7. Prescription drug plans may change each year. The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) recommends reviewing your choices annually. Registered HICAP counselors will be available to review your Medicare drug or health plan and help you decide on the best coverage. HICAP may be able to save you money. You will need to complete a worksheet in advance and make an appointment. Call HICAP at (925) 602-4163 or go to www.cchicap.org. You can
members who welcome newcomers. Materials for projects are provided and items created are sold in the display case and at the Annual Holiday Boutique. Call (925) 943-5851 for more information. LOCATION : Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center Free
Every Wed
9:00am-3:00pm
also pick up a worksheet in advance at the Civic Park Community Center. LOCATION : Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center Free
Tue 9:30am-2:00pm
11/7
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Adults 50+ Marathon Bridge $20 Pre-registration
Every Fri 12:00pm-4:00pm
Card Making Workshops Come and learn new techniques for card making in this fun and easy workshop. Pre-registration required. Call (925) 943-5851 to register. Please bring a pair of scissors and glue. All other supplies included. Instructor : Linda Rogers LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center $10: 1 class
Mon
9:00am-11:00am
9/25, 10/30, 11/27, 12/18
Club 55 Skiers Bingo
Enjoy mid-week rates, short lines and best of all, no driving!
Enjoy a fun afternoon of Bingo with other Bingo lovers. Cards are
permitting. We meet at Heather Farm Community Center at
sold separately for each session for $1 each. Paper games are also
the large parking lot near the duck pond at 5:30am and return
played and are 25 cents for each square. This is a great activity for
approximately at 6:30pm. To sign up for Club 55 contact Roger
keeping your brain healthy and challenged, as well as having fun
Lamm at rogerlamm@gmail.com.
Weekly ski trips are scheduled for Wednesdays, weather
with friends. LOCATION : Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center $1 Per Card
Every Thu
12:45pm-2:45pm
Creakers Softball Join our “over 50” softball program. Call Russ Mowrer at (925) 935-7508. Fee is $75/year.
Bowling Beginner to advanced bowlers gather for recreational play and exercise at Diablo Lanes in Concord on Tuesdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
Cycling Club The Cycling Club meets Thursdays at 9:00am (8:30am June through August) for weekly rides. Walnut Creek Seniors club membership is required to participate. Contact coordinator Peter
Bridge
Culshaw at shotsfan@gmail.com for more information.
Open bridge for experienced players. Partners are not required. Players are rotated into the group for that day’s play. For Marathon Bridge, pre-registration through the Marathon Bridge coordinator is required. Please contact Barbara Meyer at (925) 689-3591.
Hooked On Books If you love to read, enjoy talking about the books you’ve read and
LOCATION : Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center
want to spend time with others just like you, then this is a great
$1 Drop-in
group to join. A wonderful club member, volunteer and avid reader
Every Sun
12:30pm-4:00pm
Every Tue
8:45am-12:00pm
Every Tue
12:15pm-4:00pm
has stepped forward to coordinate this program. We meet on the first Tuesday of the month to discuss our reading selections. LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center $1 Drop-in
Tue
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1:00pm-3:00pm
9/5, 10/3, 11/7, 12/5
Adults 50+ Investment Discussion Group
Petanque
All those interested in the market and investments are encouraged
Learn to play this French game that’s a cross between bocce ball
to join the investment discussion group to share experiences and
and horseshoes. It’s fun and easy, and no experience is required.
insight with others. Visitors are welcome any time. No investing, this is purely a discussion group. We meet on the third Tuesday
LOCATION : Back Patio, Civic Park Community Center
of the month. For questions, contact the Senior Club at (925) 943-
$1 Drop-In
5851 or group coordinator Wayne Slater at (925) 938-2705.
Every 2nd and 4th Tue
2:00pm-4:00pm
LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center
Pinochle
$1 Drop-in
Tue
1:30pm-3:00pm
9/19, 10/17, 11/21, 12/19
Join a great group of card-playing men and women for a fun afternoon. All ability levels are welcome including those who want
Let’s Sing!
to learn how to play.
Love to sing songs from the Big Band Era of the 1930s and 1940s
LOCATION : Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center
and enjoy Broadway show tunes. Join the fun and receive some
$1 Drop-in
vocal instruction and have the opportunity to either sing as part
Every Mon
12:00pm-3:30pm
of the group or if you would like occasionally lead the group in song. Short solo or duets are also available for those who want to perform for the group. Singing can lift your spirits and provide
Tennis
a sense of physical and mental wellbeing. Drop-in visitors are
Join other tennis players every Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:00am-12:00pm
welcome. Lyrics are provided. Volunteer coordinator: Robin Wolf
at Larkey Park for a fun morning of tennis. This is an ongoing
LOCATION : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center
program and open to all adults over 50.
$1 Drop-in
Every Fri
ScreenTime
1:30pm-3:00pm
Enjoy watching feature-length films which are followed by a
Mah-Jongg Drop-In
discussion. You’ll view a variety of films featuring biographies,
Come and play American Mah-Jongg with us! Both experienced and new learners are welcome.
musical programs, history, and documentaries. If you wish, your volunteer coordinator is happy to stay for an informal discussion afterwards with any members of the audience who wish to share
LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
their thoughts and ideas about that day’s program. Meets the
$1 Drop-in
second Monday of the month.
Every Tue
1:00pm-4:00pm
LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center
No drop-in 12/19, 12/26
Free
Mon
Movie Matinee Enjoy popular, recently released feature length films on the first Monday of each month. Your $1 admission includes a bag of freshly popped popcorn. Bring your friends. Reservations are not required; however seating is limited.
9/18, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11
Sing-a-Long If you love to sing in the shower and the idea of singing for fun sounds attractive then this is the group for you! Meet once each week to sing your favorite songs from the past including movies,
LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center $1 Drop-in
Mon
1:00pm-3:00pm
musicals, and more. LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center
1:00pm-3:00pm
9/11, 10/2, 11/6, 12/4
$1 Drop-In
Every Fri
9:30am-11:00am
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Adults 50+
ADULTS 50+ RESOURCES Hot Meals Hot Meals are served daily, and anyone over 60 years is welcome. Call (925) 280-7310 from 10:00am-Noon one day ahead for a reservation. LOCATION : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center $2: Suggested Donation
Mon-Thu 12:00pm-1:00pm Fri 11:30am-12:30pm No meals served 9/4, 11/10, 11/23, 11/24, 12/22-1/1
Bus Passes
Snappy Cats Join the snappiest kazoo band in town! This fabulous group of musicians rehearses once each week and performs for area
County Connection bus passes are available at the reception desk. Check purchases only (checks payable to County Connection).
retirement communities. LOCATION : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
Care Management
Free
The Care Manager can help you with a variety of senior resources,
Every Fri
9:30am-11:00am
services and information on senior topics. Care Management appointments are available at the Civic Park Community Center the
Trivia Fan-Atics
third Wednesday of the month from 9:00am-11:30am. Call (925)
Do you enjoy the challenge of playing trivia? Want to have a good
appointments can be accommodated upon request.
943-5851 to schedule your appointment. Spanish or Cantonese
laugh and lots of fun while you exercise your brain? Then this is the activity for you! Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for a fun-filled afternoon of trivia challenge. This is a drop-in activity so no registration is required. Your hosts will be Bob and Cindy Mohler.
Deaf Seniors Club Deaf seniors from all over the Bay Area gather to enjoy informative speakers, table and card games, and parties. For information call
LOCATION : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center
California Relay Services, VOICE 1 (800) 735-2922 or TTY by calling
$1 Drop-in
1 (800) 735-2929. Contact the Seniors Club by calling
Wed
2:00pm-4:00pm
9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6
(925) 943-5851. LOCATION : Lounge, Civic Park Community Center
Walking Buddies
Every Wed
9:30am-4:00pm
Enjoy the company of friends and exercise at the same time. The Tuesday group is for all walkers on local trails for one to one-and-a-half hours. The Thursday group is more strenuous for experienced hikers lasting two to three hours or more. Some Thursday hikes that are out of the area require the consent of the coordinator. LOCATION : Lobby, Civic Park Community Center $2 Drop-in
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Every Tue
Walking Buddies I
8:15am-12:00pm
Every Thu
Walking Buddies II
8:15am-12:00pm
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Home Care Registry Home Care Registry is a free service provided by Senior Outreach that refers affordable home care workers to elders in need of assistance. Call (925) 937-8311 for more information.
Adults 50+ Insurance Counseling Medical Insurance Counseling (HICAP) is held the 2nd Wednesday and 4th Tuesday of each month from 1:30-3:30pm. Call (925) 9435851 for an appointment. No Long Term Care counseling available at the WCSC.
Walnut Creek Seniors Club Ready to jump-start your lifestyle? Join the Walnut Creek Seniors Club. You’ll discover exciting recreational, social and volunteer opportunities. More than 2,500 members visit Civic Park Community Center, a place for active adults age 50 and better, where a dynamic, successful recreation program flourishes.
Office of Aging
Benefits include a monthly newsletter which keeps members up-todate on special events, classes, a variety of special interest drop-in
Senior Information is available through the Contra Costa County
activities, services and travel opportunities. For January-December,
Office on Aging. Call 1 (800) 510-2020.
annual dues are only $15. Club members enjoy discounts on special events, savings on local and international trips, access to lots and lots of activities, and free social services including
Senior Legal Services Senior Legal Services are available by appointment the fourth Thursday of the month from 11:00am-1:15pm. Call (925) 943-5851 for your appointment.
Senior Peer Counseling
blood pressure checks, medical insurance counseling, income tax preparation, will preparation and legal advice. To join, come by Civic Park Community Center between 9:00am and 4:00pm, Monday - Friday, or call (925) 943-5851 for more information.
Drop-In Activities See activity descriptions for more info
Senior peer counseling is available for individual one-on-one, 45-minute counseling sessions the first three Thursdays of
Mondays
each month from 10:00am-12:00pm. Call (925) 943-5851 for an
Pinochle: 12:00pm–3:30pm, Multipurpose Room
appointment.
Movie Matinee: 1:00pm–3:00pm, Lounge* Screentime: 1:00pm-3:00pn, Lounge*
Transportation Services You can go many places in Walnut Creek with the Walnut Creek Seniors Club Mini Bus service. Just call (925) 933-1434 from 9:00am-10:00am the day before you need a ride. For Monday reservations, please call the Friday before. Service runs Monday through Friday from 9:15am to 11:30am and from 1:00pm to
Tuesdays Bridge: 8:45am–12:00pm, Multipurpose Room Bridge: 12:15pm–4:00pm, Multipurpose Room Walking Buddies I: Meet 8:15am, Lobby Petanque: 2:00pm-4:00pm, Patio* Mah-Jongg: 1:00pm-4:00pm, Assembly Hall
3:30pm. (Please note: due to Wednesday reservations having
Wednesdays
limited availability, we encourage you to make your medical
Bazaar Group: 9:00am–3:00pm, Multipurpose Room
appointments on most other days of the week.) Please call (925)
Trivia Fan-Atics: 2:00pm-4:00pm, Conference Room*
943-5851 for more information. You must be a Walnut Creek Seniors Club member to participate.
Thursdays Bingo: 12:45pm–2:45pm, Multipurpose Room Cycling Club: Meet 9:00am
Wills Preparation
Walking Buddies II: Meet 8:15am, Lobby
Simple Wills Preparation is available by appointment on the first
Fridays
Monday of each month from 1:30pm-3:00pm. Call (925) 943-5851
Friday Socials: 11:00am–1:00pm, Assembly Hall*
for an appointment.
Snappy Cats: 9:30am-11:00am, Assembly Hall Let’s Sing!: 1:30pm-3:00pm, Social Hall Sing-a-Long: 9:30am-11:00am, Lounge Marathon Bridge: 12:00pm-4:00pm, Multipurpose Room
SUNDAY Pancake Breakfast: 9:00am–11:45am, Social Hall* Bridge: 12:30pm–4:00pm, Multipurpose Room * See activity description for exact dates.
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Specialized Recreation
SPECIALIZED RECREATION
Specialized Recreation Dances Join us for merriment and music as we celebrate the season with song and dance. Each month our Friday dance will be hosted at a different location. Please arrange for drop off and pick up at the location of the dance. All dances are $7 at the door.
AG ES 8 & U P
Specialized Recreation Karate
LOCATION Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
If you have ever wanted to try the martial arts but thought that your disability limited you, think again! This program will challenge you and show you just how fun and adaptable Karate can be. The program has been adapted and designed for participants of all ages and abilities. Wear loose comfortable clothing. Shorts are NOT recommended.
Fri 7:00pm-9:00pm
9/15
LOCATION Pleasant Hill Senior Center
Fri 7:00pm-9:00pm
10/20
LOCATION Concord Senior Center
Fri 7:00pm-9:00pm
11/3
LOCATION Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center LOCATION Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center
$81: 13 classes
Class 36863
Thu
5:30pm-6:15pm
9/21-12/21
No Class 11/23
Fri 7:00pm-9:00pm
12/15
Specialized Recreation Dinner Club
all classes bel o w A G E S 1 6 & U P
Join us as we tour the Bay Area to sample foods of various
Specialized Recreation Cardio Fitness Join cardio fitness instructor Joline Sewell for this specially designed cardio program for special needs.
cultures. Walnut Creek is home to some of the best restaurants in the area and we’ll take the opportunity to try as many as we can. Our Dinner Club meets one Wednesday each month and is limited to the first ten participants who sign up. If needed, staff will assist
LOCATION Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center
each participant with their meal and beverage selection. Drop off
$87: 14 classes
and pick-up from the Civic Park Community Center. Price includes
Class 36796
Mon
5:30pm-6:15pm
9/18-12/18
dinner, gratuity and transportation. LOCATION TBD
Specialized Recreation Yoga
$38: 1 class
Join yoga instructor Kristen Stewart for this specifically designed
Class 36803
Wed
5:45pm-8:30pm
9/20
yoga program that allows developmentally disabled adults and
Class 36804
Wed
5:45pm-8:30pm
10/18
young adults to gain the benefits of the philosophy and practice
Class 36805
Wed
5:45pm-8:30pm
11/15
of yoga. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Shorts are NOT
Class 36806
Wed
5:45pm-8:30pm
12/20
recommended. LOCATION Lounge, Civic Park Community Center
Specialized Recreation Saturday Trips
$87: 14 classes
Specialized Recreation offers two Saturday events each month.
Class 36797
Wed
6:00pm-6:45pm
9/20-12/20
Specialized Recreation Movie Fest We present two great movies for one great time! Price includes admission for the double feature and popcorn. This double
The off-site trips vary in cost and duration. Events are for special needs participants 16 years older and above. Drop off and pick-up for all trips take place at the Civic Park Community Center. LOCATION/COSTS/TIMES TBD
Sat
9/16, 9/30, 10/14, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 12/16
feature is held at the Civic Park Community Center in downtown Walnut Creek. Popcorn is served with each feature.
Program. To receive your emergency and registration form and to
$15: 1 class
Class 36795
All registration forms and payment must be accompanied with an emergency health form provided by the Specialized Recreation
LOCATION Lounge, Civic Park Community Center
Sat
11:00am-3:00pm
12/2
be placed on the Specialized Recreation Summer Day Camp mailing list, please contact Preston Jones at (925) 256-3531 or e-mail at jonesp@walnut-creek.org
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Aquatics
AQUATICS CLARKE SWIM CENTER Located in Heather Farm Park
Recreational Swimming Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Horseplay is not permitted. Swimming instruction of any kind is prohibited.
1750 Heather Drive, Walnut Creek (925) 943-5856 • Heated pools open year-round • Olympic size, 20-lane lap pool • Certified professional lifeguards • Heated changing rooms and showers • Learn to swim/enhance swimming skills classes availablet
Clarke Swim Center
Beginning September 9 50 meter pool:* Sat-Sun, 12:00pm-4:00pm *Baby pool and diving pool may be closed for fall season pending staffing. *Small Inflatable Obstacle Course operational through September
• Lifeguard Training Certification classes available • Seasonal diving pool with 1-meter diving board • Seasonal children’s pool • Seasonal Inflatable water obstacle courses • Rentable picnic area
Lap Swimming
• Rentable meeting room
All swimmers must swim continuous laps, in the true tradition of
• Vending machines
lap swimming. Circle swimming will be enforced in order to
• WiFi zone on pool deck
accommodate more swimmers. Swimming instruction of any
FACILITY CLOSED
September 23, 24*, November 23, December 25, January 1, 2018
kind is prohibited. Fitness Center for use by adults, 18 and older. Closed toe shoes and clothing must be worn at all times. Use at own risk.
WEEKEND HOURS
September 4; November 24; December 26 Facility Closes at 4:00pm
September 21 *Limited Parking (Pool/playground lot closed): Sept. 18-26 due to Walnut Festival
LARKEY PARK SWIM CENTER Located by the Lindsay Wildlife Experience
LAP SWIM (13yrs & older) Clarke Swim Center
Beginning September 5 Monday - Friday
5:30am - 4:00pm
Monday - Thursday 7:00pm - 8:30pm Beginning September 9 Saturday - Sunday
11:00am - 4:00pm
2771 Buena Vista Avenue, Walnut Creek (925) 943-5861 **Please check web site for updated fall schedule** • Newly renovated 25yr x 25m heated pool • 1 meter diving board • Outdoor showers • Certified professional lifeguards
FAMILY LAP SWIMMING Fitness swimming for the entire family! All swimmers ages 7 and older must swim continuous laps, in the true tradition of lap swimming. Recreation swimming and horseplay are prohibited. Circle swimming will be enforced to accommodate more swimmers. Swimming instruction of any kind is prohibited.
• Renovated locker rooms with added amenities
Clarke Swim Center
• All Abilities Splash Pad with Play deck and slides
Beginning September 9
• Rentable Covered Party Area
Saturday - Sunday 12:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Family changing/restroom
All participants ages 7-17 must be accompanied by a swimming
• Shaded lounge area(s)
adult (18 and up).
• Learn to swim/enhance swimming skills classes available
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Admission Fees Everyone entering the facility must pay an admission fee.
Splish Splash Party Area Reservations
No refunds
DAILY ADMISSION FEES
Reserve table space for your pool side party at Clarke Swim
One time entrance – no in/out privileges.
Center. Rental includes 5 picnic tables under a covered area. Use
Children (6 & under)
$3.50
Admission for up to 30 guests during fall recreational swimming
Youth (7-17)
$4.50
hours.
Adults (18 & older)
$6.00
Lap Swim (13 & older)
$6.00
Larkey Spray Park Only*
$2.00
*Spray Park Only admission available at designated times. See facility Recreational Swim hours on website for details.
of charcoal barbeque and access to refrigerator for food storage.
Package price: $160 Weekends (Aug. 27 - Oct. 15) 12pm – 4pm. Package information and reservations please call (925) 943-5899 ext. 2428 or email gerow@walnut-creek.org Looking for something inside? Poolside room rental also available throughout the year. Please call/email for pricing and availability.
SPLASH PASS AT CLARKE SWIM CENTER Allows use of in water inflatable obstacle courses and in/out privileges during Recreational Swim hours. All Ages
$2.00 with admission fee
Discount 15 Swim Passes
A ges 1 5 & o lder
Valid at both Clarke & Larkey Swim Centers
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (r2012)
Children (6 and under) $45.00
This course will provide participants with the following skills and
Age (7-17) $60.00
certifications to become a certified lifeguard: lifeguarding, first aid,
Age (18 & older) $73.50
CPR-FPR, and AED training (oxygen admin. optional)
Valid for 1 year. No refunds.
Lap Swim (13yrs & Older) $73.50 *Day Camp/Care Rec Swim $60.00 (*Contact Heaston@walnut-creek.org for more info.)
Lap Swim/Fitness Center DISCOUNT Monthly Pass
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Certification Courses
• Must pass all written and practical exams to earn certificate. • Must be 15 years old by the last day of class. • Must attend ALL classes to be eligible to take final exams. Location Classroom, Clarke Swim Center FEE $213/ (Includes books & certification)
Monthly (based on 30 days) $65.00
Class 37365
Sat –Tue
9:30am – 5:30pm
11/18-11/21
6 Month
(based on 182 days) $375.00
Class 37366
Wed-Sat
9:30am - 5:30pm
12/27-12/30
Annual
(based on 357 days) $714.00
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Aquatics
Competitive Programs Walnut Creek Aquabears Swim Team
Year-round U.S.S. (United States Swimming) competitive program. Head Coach: Mike Heaney, www.walnutcreekaquabears.org (925) 939-5990
Foundation of United States Masters Swimming in partnership with the City of Walnut Creek. LOCATION Clarke Swim Center Free; 7 classes
Class: 37553
Mon/Tue/Thu/Sun
6:45pm-8:00pm
9/25-10/19
Walnut Creek Masters Swim Team
Nationally recognized (and most fun!) competitive swim team and structured fitness program for adults of ALL abilities. Try a workout $8 drop-in. . Head Coach: Kerry O’Brien, www.swim4wc.org, (925) 280-5421
Walnut Creek Aquanuts Synchronized Swim Team
Registration Information Registration begins August 14 Online: www.walnutcreekrec.org Fax to: (925) 938-7529
Year round youth synchronized swim programs, including trainee
Walk-in: Clarke Swim Center
program and free “try synchro” days for swimmers of all ages and
Mail to: City of Walnut Creek, Attn: Aquatics Registration,
abilities.
301 N. San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek CA 94598.
Head Coach: Kim Probst , www.aquanuts.org
Scan and email to: recreation@walnut-creek.org
Walnut Creek Swim Club (WCSC)
Summer Recreational Age Group (3yrs-18yrs) Swim Team. www.walnutcreekswimclub.org, director@walnutcreekswimclub.org
No phone-in registrations accepted!, Registration form on page 89
BEFORE REGISTERING FOR SWIM LESSONS Please read the course descriptions and think carefully about the prerequisites. Placing your child in the correct class is crucial for
Exercise/Fitness Courses
his/her development. Please know that it may take your child more than one class session to graduate to the next level. Transfers between classes are at the discretion of aquatics staff.
Water Aerobics
Parents may request transfers prior to the first day of the class. An
Shape up and slim down with invigorating water exercise! Use the
tors reserve the right to re-place your child if needed.
water’s natural buoyancy and resistance as an excellent form of exercise for those looking for something new or those with special considerations such as: pregnancy, arthritis, knee/joint problems or other special considerations. Swimming skills not required.
evaluation may take place the first – third day of a session. Instruc-
Spaces cannot be “held.” To register please completely fill out the registration slip. List your second and third choices for classes. Full payment is required at time of registration.
Shallow water and deep water classes offered. All classes are 50 minutes long
AQUATICS REFUNDS
Location : Clarke Swim Center
Refunds are allowed up to seven business days prior to the first
$66/12-class punch ticket (valid 2 years) or drop-in $7
Mon/Wed/Fri
8:00am & 9:00am
Walnut Creek Masters Adult Swim Lesson
day of class; a $10 service fee per class will be applied to each refund. Cancellation requests received after the refund period but prior to the first day of class will receive a credit, minus the $10 service fee, valid for one year. No refunds or credits will be offered once classes begin. If you must drop a class due to serious illness or injury, please call: (925) 943-5899, ext 2438 or email Heaston@
Walnut Creek Masters is offering free swim lessons to non-
walnut-creek.org. (Doctor’s note is required. $10 service fee ap-
swimming adults. Students must commit to attend all 11 classes
plies.) We do give refunds for weather or lack of student participa-
in a four-week time period: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday for weeks
tion. Transfers between classes may only be done if there is room
one and two, the Sunday morning between the first two weeks,
and transfer is approved by the manager on duty.
and Tuesday and Thursday for weeks three and four. Students will receive one-on-one training in water comfort and stroke work. This program is sponsored by a grant from the Swimming Saves Lives
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Swim Lessons
A ges 6 m o s - 3 yrs
A ges 5 - 1 2
Guppy
Seal
Parent/toddler basic water orientation class. Both parent and
Prerequisite: Pass Lobster or ability to perform equivalent skills.
toddler participate in this 20-minute class. Skills include water
Increase endurance of front and back crawl. Students must be
adjustment for parents and toddlers, holding techniques, entry
able to swim front and back crawl 15 yards, do 20 bobs, glide
and exit from the pool edge, games and songs. Floating, arm and
underwater, and tread water for at least 45 seconds. Class
leg movement, and breath control may also be included for older
objective: continue with front and back crawl refinement, treading
toddlers. All this makes for a positive experience for the child..
water, diving, and introduction of breaststroke and scissor kick.
A ges 3 - 5
A ges 5 - 1 2
Starfish
Dolphin
Water adjustment for young children. Playing activities in the
Prerequisite: Pass Seal or ability to perform equivalent skills.
water, students will work on bubble blowing, breath control,
Stroke refinement, coordination and endurance. Students must
kicking (with support), floating (with support), and arm movement.
be able to swim at least 25 yards of front and back crawl, 15 yards of elementary backstroke and breaststroke kick, and tread water for one minute. Class objective: continue stroke refinement and
A ges 3 - 7
Seahorse
endurance. Introduce breaststroke arms, dolphin kick, open turns and more diving.
Prerequisite: Pass Starfish or ability to perform equivalent skills. Fundamental skill-building class. Students must be comfortable with floating on front and back with support and submerge head for at least 5–10 seconds. Class objective: float without support
A ges 1 5 - A dulT
Adult/Teen
and recover to a vertical position. Continue to work on kicking,
Instructors will work with students at their own pace to develop
arm strokes, and independence in shallow water.
basic swimming skills. Skills will include floating, kicking, freestyle and backstroke, and more depending on individual skill/comfort level.
A ges 4 - 1 1
Lobster Prerequisite: Pass Seahorse or ability to perform equivalent skills. Focus on unsupported front and back crawl skills. Students must be able to do front and back crawl strokes with support, 10 bobs, and float unsupported for at least 20 seconds. Class objective: introduce students to the basics of elementary backstroke, diving into deep water and treading water. Continue with front and back crawl. 82
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Aquatics Group swim lesson schedule
Tuesday/Thursday – August 29 – September 14
$57.00 (Guppy $43.50): 6 classes
Monday/Wednesday August 28 – September 13 *No class Labor Day – Monday, Sept. 4 Times/ Levels
4:30
5:05
5:10
5:40
6:15
Times/ Levels
4:30
5:05
5:10
5:40
6:15
*Guppy
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37364
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Starfish
37358
37361
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37362
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Seahorse 37353
37354
Lobster
Guppy
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37363
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37347 37343
Seal
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Dolphin
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37357
37359
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37360
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Seahorse
37350
37351
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37352
Lobster
37345
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37346
37348
Seal
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37342
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Dolphin
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Starfish
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37344
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37341
Saturdays – September 9 – October 21 *No class September 23 Times/ Levels
37340
Adult
10:00
10:35
37338
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Guppy
37551
A ges 3 & up
Private Lessons $25
1 class
Mon/Wed/SAT
Clarke Swim Center
Work with an instructor one-on-one for 20 minutes. We focus on the things you want to learn. We encourage you to sign up for at least two private sessions. We cannot guarantee same instructor for each session. Tue
8/29
9/5
9/12
9/26
10/3
10/10
10/17
10/24
4:00pm
37374
37375
37376
37377
37378
37379
37380
37381
4:25pm
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37396
37397
37398
37399
37400
4:50pm
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37417
37418
37419
37412
37413
5:15pm
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37433
37429
37430
37431
37432
5:40pm
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37445
37446
37447
37448
37449
6:05pm
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37461
37462
37463
37464
37465
6:30pm
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37477
37478
37479
37480
37481
Thu
8/31
9/7
9/14
9/28
10/5
10/12
10/19
10/26
4:00pm
37385
37386
37387
37388
37389
37390
37391
37392
4:25pm
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37404
37405
37406
37407
37408
4:50pm
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37420
37421
37422
37423
37424
5:15pm
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37437
37438
37439
37440
37441
5:40pm
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37452
37453
37454
37455
37456
6:05pm
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37470
37469
37471
37472
37473
6:30pm
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37485
37486
37487
37488
37489
Sat
9/9
9/16
9/30
10/7
10/14
10/21
10/28
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10:10am
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37493
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10:35am
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37497
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11:00am
37501
37502
37503
37504
37505
37506
37507
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11:25am
37511
37512
37513
37514
37515
37516
37517
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11:50am
37521
37522
37523
37524
37525
37526
37527
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12:15pm
37531
37532
37533
37534
37535
37536
37537
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12:40pm
37541
37542
37543
37544
37545
37546
37547
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WALNUT CREEK TENNIS CENTER HEATHER FARM PARK, 1751 HEATHER DRIVE • WWW.LifetimeActivities.COM • (925) 945-0105 • Registration begins August 14, 2017 • Office hours are Mon-Fri 8:00am-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-8:00pm • Register on line at www.LifetimeActivities.com or in the•office.
Adult Tennis
ADULT TENNIS CLASSES (16 & older) Sessions I is 8 weeks long • Sessions II is 7 weeks long * No Classes on Thurs 11/23 • ** No Classes After 4pm on Sun 12/17 (6-week session) Target ratio is 6:1 unless otherwise indicated • R=Resident, NR=Non-Resident Level Cardio Cardio Cardio Beginning Adult Beginning Adult Beginning Adult Beginning Adult Beginning Adult Advanced Beginning Adult Advanced Beginning Adult Advanced Beginning Adult Advanced Beginning Adult Advanced Beginning Adult Intermediate/Advanced Adult Intermediate/Advanced Adult Intermediate/Advanced Adult Intermediate/Advanced Adult Intermediate/Advanced Adult Intermediate/Advanced Adult Intermediate/Advanced Adult Advanced Adult Advanced Adult Advanced Adult Late Night Drill Late Night Drill Late Night Drill Backhand/Net Game Backhand/Net Game Doubles Strategy Doubles Strategy Mixed Drill & Play Mixed Drill & Play Serve & Return Serve & Return Ladies 3.5+ Ladies Drill & Play Men’s Advanced Drill Men’s 3.5+ Super Seniors 55+ Specialty Shot
Day Monday Wednesday Sunday Monday Monday Thursday Saturday Sunday Monday Monday Thursday Thursday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Wednesday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday Saturday Monday Wednesday Tuesday Tuesday Saturday Saturday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Thursday Friday Saturday
Adult Holiday Tennis Camps Level Adult Holiday Camp Adult Holiday Camp
Time 8:30-9:30am 7:00-8:00pm 8:00-9:00am 9:30-11:00am 7:30-9:00pm 9:00-10:00am 11:00-12:00pm 11:30-1:00pm 11:00-12:30pm 7:30-9:00pm 10:00-11:30am 6:00-7:30pm 2:00-3:00pm 6:00-7:30pm 7:30-9:00pm 9:00-10:30am 6:30-8:00pm 12:00-1:00pm 8:00-9:00am 4:00-5:30pm 10:30-11:30am 10:00-11:00am 1:00-2:00pm 9:00-10:00pm 9:00-10:00pm 9:00-10:00pm 11:00-12:00pm 3:00-4:00pm 6:00-7:30pm 8:00-9:00pm 11:00-12:30pm 6:00-7:30pm 12:30-1:30pm 3:00-4:00pm 6:30-8:00pm 8:00-9:00pm 8:00-10:00pm 8:00-10:00pm 10:00-11:00am 1:30-3:00pm
Session 1 9/4-10/23 9/6-10/25 9/10-10/29 9/4-10/23 9/4-10/23 9/7-10/26 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29 9/4-10/23 9/4-10/23 9/7-10/26 9/7-10/26 9/10-10/29 9/4-10/23 9/5-10/24 9/6-10/25 9/7-10/26 9/8-10/27 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29 9/6-10/25 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29 9/4-10/23 9/5-10/24 9/6-10/25 9/8-10/27 9/9-10/28 9/4-10/23 9/6-10/25 9/5-10/24 9/5-10/24 9/9-10/28 9/9-10/28 9/6-10/25 9/6-10/25 9/7-10/26 9/7-10/26 9/8-10/27 9/9-10/28
Fee (8 weeks) $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $144R/$159NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $216R/$238NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $216R/$238NR $144R/$159NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $216R/$238NR $144R/$159NR $288R/$317NR $288R/$317NR $144R/$159NR $216R/$238NR
Camps Dec 26,28 Dec 27,39
Fee $72R/$79NR $72R/$79NR
Session 2 10/30-12/11 11/1-12/13 11/5-12/17 10/30-12/11 10/30-12/11 11/2-12/21* 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17 10/30-12/11 10/30-12/11 11/2-12/21* 11/2-12/21* 11/5-12/17 10/30-12/11 10/31-12/12 11/1-12/13 11/2-12/21* 11/3-12/15 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17** 11/1-12/13 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17 10/30-12/11 10/31-12/12 11/1-12/13 11/3-12/15 11/4-12/16 10/30-12/11 11/1-12/13 10/31-12/12 10/31-12/12 11/4-12/16 11/4-12/16 11/1-12/13 11/1-12/13 11/2-12/21* 11/2-12/21* 11/3-12/15 11/4-12/16
Fee (7 weeks) $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $126R/$139NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $162R/$178NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $189R/$208NR $126R/$139NR $189R/$208NR $189R/$208NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $189R/$208NR $126R/$139NR $252R/$277NR $252R/$277NR $126R/$139NR $189R/$208NR
Target ratio is 6:1
Day Tues & Thurs Wed & Fri
Time 7:00-9:00pm 9:00-11:00am
adult PICKLEBALL at RUDGEAR PARK COURTS (Ages 16 & older)
Session I (8wk) • Session II (7wk) •
R=Resident, NR=Non-Resident otherwise indicatedt • Target ratio is 8:1 unless otherwise indicated Level Day Time Session 1 Fee (8 weeks) Session 2 Fee (7 weeks) Adult Beginning Thurs or Fri 9:00-10:00am 9/7-10/27 $80R/$88NR 11/2-12/21* $70R/$77NR Adult Advanced Beginning Thurs or Fri 10:00-11:00am 9/7-10/27 $80R/$88NR 11/2-12/21* $70R/$77NR Match Play & Strategy Thurs or Fri 11:00-12:00pm 9/7-10/27 $80R/$88NR 11/2-12/21* $70R/$77NR Group Private Lessons: $80 for group of 4 people (1 hour). Single private lessons $45 (45 min) or $249 for a 6-pack. Please call for details. Registration: Online at lifetimeactivities.com or in person at the Walnut Creek Tennis Center. For more information, Please Call: (925) 945-0105 84
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tennis
Youth Tennis LITTLE TENNIS & ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT (Ages 4-6)
Sessions I is 8 weeks long • Session II is 7 weeks long No Classes on Thurs 11/23 •Target ratio is 5:1 unless otherwise indicated • R=Resident, NR=Non-Resident Level Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis
Day Tuesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Sunday
Time 5:15-6:00pm 3:15-4:00pm 3:15-4:00pm 9:15-10:00am 9:15-10:00am 2:00-2:45pm
Session 1 9/5-10/24 9/7-10/26 9/8-10/27 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29 9/10-10/29
Fee (8 weeks) $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR
Session 2 10/31-12/12 11/2-12/21* 11/3-12/15 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17 11/5-12/17
Fee (7 weeks) $105R/$116NR $105R/$116NR $105R/$116NR $105R/$116NR $105R/$116NR $105R/$116NR
LITTLE RALLYER (Ages 6-9) Sessions I is 8 weeks long • Session II is 7 weeks long No Classes on Thurs 11/23 • Target ratio is 5:1 unless otherwise indicated • R=Resident, NR=Non-Residen Level Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer
Day Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Saturday Sunday
Time 5:00-6:00pm 3:00-4:00pm 4:00-5:00pm 3:30-4:30pm 9:00-10:00am 10:00-11:00am 4:00-5:00pm 3:00-4:00pm
Session 1 9/4-10/23 9/6-10/25 9/7-10/26 9/8-10/27 9/9-10/28 9/9-10/28 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29
Fee (8 weeks) $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR
Session 2 10/30-12/11 11/1-12/13 11/2-12/21* 11/3-12/15 11/4-12/16 11/4-12/16 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17
Fee (7 weeks) $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR
INTRO TO TOURNAMENT PLAY (AGES 6-9) Sessions I is 8 weeks long • Session II is 7 weeks long Class is invitation only by tennis instructor • No online enrollment • Must sign up for at least 2 days offered per session • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • Target ratio is 5:1 unless otherwise indicated Level Intro to Tournament Play Intro to Tournament Play Intro to Tournament Play Intro to Tournament Play Intro to Tournament Pay
Day Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday
Time 4:00-5:00pm 4:00-5:00pm 4:00-5:00pm 11:30-12:30pm 11:30-12:30pm
Session 1 9/4-10/23 9/6-10/25 9/8-10/27 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29
Fee (8 weeks) $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR $160R/$176NR
Session 2 10/30-12/11 11/1-12/13 11/3-12/15 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17
Fee (7 weeks) $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR $140R/$154NR
Session 2 11/2-12/21* 11/3-12/15 11/4-12/16 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17 11/1-12/13 11/4-12/16 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17
Fee (7 weeks) $147R/$162NR $147R/$162NR $147R/$162NR $147R/$162NR $147R/$162NR $154R/$170NR $147R/$162NR $154R/$170NR $147R/$162NR
YOUTH TENNIS (Ages 7-15) Sessions I is 8 weeks long • Session II is 7 weeks long No Classes on Thurs 11/23 • Target ratio is 8:1 unless otherwise indicated • R=Resident, NR=Non-Resident Level Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (7-12) Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (7-12) Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (7-12) Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (7-12) Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (7-12) Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (10-15) 4:1 Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (10-15) Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (10-15) 4:1 Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (10-15)
Day Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Sunday Wednesday Saturday Saturday Sunday
Time 5:00-6:30pm 4:30-6:00pm 10:00-11:30am 1:30-3:00pm 10:00-11:30am 6:00-7:00pm 12:00-1:30pm 5:00-6:00pm 12:30-2:00pm
Session 1 9/7-10/26 9/8-10/27 9/9-10/28 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29 9/6-10/25 9/9-10/28 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29
Fee (8 weeks) $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $176R/$194NR $168R/$185NR $176R/$194NR $168R/$185NR
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT TEAMS (Ages 8-15) Sessions I is 8 weeks long • Session II is 7 weeks long Target ratio is 8:1 unless otherwise indicated • R=Resident, NR=Non-Resident •Tryout is required for this class Level Jr. Development Jr. Development Jr. Development Jr. Development
Day Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday
Time 4:30-6:30pm 6:00-8:00pm 4:00-6:00pm 2:00-4:00pm
Session 1 9/6-10/25 9/8-10/27 9/9-10/28 9/10-10/29
RUDGEAR PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS (Ages 7-15)
Fee (8 weeks) $224R/$246NR $224R/$246NR $224R/$246NR $224R/$246NR
Session 2 11/1-12/13 11/3-12/15 11/4-12/16 11/5-12/17
Fee (7 weeks) $196R/$216NR $196R/$216NR $196R/$216NR $196R/$216NR
Sessions I is 8 weeks long • Session II is 7 weeks long
Target ratio is 8:1 Level Youth Beginning Youth Intermediate
Day Friday Friday
Time 4:00-5:00pm 5:00-6:00pm
Session 1 9/8-10/27 9/8-10/27
Fee (8 weeks) $80R/$88NR $80R/$88NR
Session 2 11/1-12/13 11/3-12/15
Fee (7 weeks) $70R/$776NR $70R/$776NR
Group Pickleball Lessons: $80 for group of 4 people (1hour). Single private lessons $45 (45 min) or $249 for a 6-pack. Please call the office at 925-945-0105 for more details.
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Open Space
OPEN SPACE
Teacher’s Day at Old Borges Ranch (Workshop) Saturday September 9, 10:00 – 12:00 noon OR 1:00 – 3:00pm Revisions are in place for the curriculum of the Old Borges Ranch Tours for elementary age students. We are ready to unveil a newly published Teacher and Student Guide to Old Borges Ranch that includes pre and post tour activities as well as supplemental activities that can be done by the class on the day of their visit. You don’t have to attend this workshop in order to schedule an Old Borges Ranch Tour but it can make your planning for your day a whole lot easier. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting Supervising Ranger Nancy Dawson Dollard at dollard@ walnut-creek.org
National Public Lands Day Saturday September 30, 9:00 – 12:00 noon, location TBD Work, work, work; then fun, fun, fun. We are making plans for a morning of service topped off by a community picnic and ranger-led hike as we join in this national day of service. We will determine our work location based on trail and open space conditions at the end of summer. For more information and to make a reservation to join us, contact Supervising Ranger Nancy Dawson Dollard at dollard@walnut-creek.org.
Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day Programs are available for reservation upon receipt of this
Saturday October 7, time and location TBD
brochure. If you are bringing a group of five or more then
Join us for Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day! Every year the
reservations are required for all programs. Pets are not permitted
International Mountain Biking Association encourages riders
at ranger-led interpretive programs, camping or special events.
to participate in this special event. Mountain bikers from
Most programs are 1 – 1½ hours in length. Children under 16 must
communities all over the world are encouraged to take a kid
be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Please contact the
mountain biking on this fun day. This year Ranger Corri Frazier
ranger listed for more information. Open Space maps are available
will be leading a ride through Walnut Creek Open Space. For more
at ranger stations or by sending a message including your mailing
information or to reserve a spot and join the fun contact Ranger
address to dollard@walnut-creek.org.
Frazier at Frazier@walnut-creek.org.
Ranger-Led Programs
Howe History Tour Sunday November 5, 1 – 2:30pm, Howe Homestead Park From around the world, James Howe lived an amazing life as
Night Hike in the Open Space
an Associated Press correspondent before settling in Walnut
Wednesday September 6, time and location TBD
flutes kept him busy here at “Gopher Gulch Ranch.” We will talk
Join Ranger Corri Frazier for a beautiful night hike under a 100%
about his amazing history and look at some of the photo displays
full moon. Come check out the really wild Walnut Creek night life. You must make reservation for this program. The time and location will be given out to those who get on the list with Corri at Frazier@ walnut-creek.org. 86
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Creek. Hobbies such as winemaking, smoking meats and pigeon
in the Dutch Kitchen. Reservations are not required. For more information contact Ranger Art Janke at janke@walnut-creek.org. Howe Homestead Park is located at 2950 Walnut Blvd.
Open Space
On-Going Programs Hiking Lime Ridge Open Space Sundays September 10 and October 15 – 10:30am Put on your hiking boots and grab some water, a snack and a hat. It’s time to join Ranger Art Janke on a guided hike into incredible Lime Ridge. The trails pass through oak woodlands, grasslands and inland scrub habitats that are home to a great variety of animals. Every month there’s something new to see and share. Meet the ranger at the parking lot at the intersection of Ygnacio Valley Road and Montecito Drive. Reservations are not required. For more information contact Ranger Art Janke at janke@walnutcreek.org.
Monthly Beginning Bird Walk Wondering about that little bird in your window? Here is your chance to find out who all those little birds are. Come along with the ranger and learn all about our local bird life. We will discuss identification tips, behaviors, habitat requirements, and lots of other stuff about our fine, feathered friends. Bring binoculars, small notebook, hat, water, and wear sturdy shoes. For more information contact Ranger Dan Bylin at bylin@walnut-creek.org November Bird Walk: Acalanes Open Space
Saturday November 11, 9:00 – 11:00am This beautiful short hike will take us into the riparian woodlands of Putnum Creek and on to Acalanes Ridge. Along the way we will have the chance of seeing brown creeper and migrating fall species. Meet at the end of Sousa Dr.
Farm Animal Fun November 18 and December 16, 11:00am – 1:00pm, Old Borges Ranch in Shell Ridge Come on up to Old Borges Ranch and discover what it takes to care for our farm animals. You will get to assist the ranch staff in their daily farm animal chores and meet some of the Pleasant Hill 4-H members that own and care for the large animals. Help
December Bird Walk: Borges Ranch and Shell Ridge Open Space
collect the chicken eggs and clean the coop, clean and care for the dairy goats, and learn how and what we feed all the animals.
Saturday December 9, 9:00 – 11:00am
Come prepared to learn while we work. Be sure to bring your work
We will walk through the grasslands above Borges Ranch in search
an adult. For more information contact Ranger Dan Bylin at bylin@
of wintering sparrows and raptors. This walk always brings the
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gloves and wear sturdy shoes. Children must be accompanied by
possibility of seeing wintering prairie falcon and resident golden eagle.
Old Borges Ranch “Historic” Open House Saturday November 18 and December 16, 1:00 – 3:00pm, Old Borges Ranch in Shell Ridge
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Join us at the ranch as we open the doors to the Historic Ranch House for you to tour at your own leisure. An Open Space Ranger
Become a part of the Walnut Creek Arts+Rec family, and keep up
will be on hand to answer any of your questions while you tour
with all the latest news, activities and fun on Facebook!
the house and grounds. No reservations are required. For more
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information please contact Ranger Dan Bylin at bylin@walnutcreek.org.
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Registration where we are
online Available 24/7 Log onto www.WalnutCreekRec.org or www.CommunityArts.org
fax Registration, with VISA or MasterCard information to: (925) 938-7529 or (925) 944-3598 for Aquatics. mail Registration Form with payment to: Walnut Creek Recreation Registration, 301 N. San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598. Make checks payable to City of Walnut Creek. phone Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm (925) 943-5858 or (925) 9435846. (No phone registration available for Aquatics) Please have your class title, number and credit card information ready. walk-in Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm; Heather Farm Community Center, 301 N. San Carlos Drive, Heather Farm Park or Shadelands Art Center, 111 N. Wiget. Aquatics: Clarke Memorial Swim Center, 1750 Heather Drive, Heather Farm Park.
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Standards of behavior For the enjoyment and safety of everyone, the City of Walnut Creek expects all participants and spectators to treat the people and facilities connected with the program with respect and abide by all rules and direction from the staff. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for failure to abide by these standards. equal opportunity The City of Walnut Creek does not discriminate on the basis of disability in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission to, treatment in or employment in City of Walnut Creek programs and activities. For information about Walnut Creek’s equal opportunity policies, the process for filing of grievances or to request a copy of the City’s grievance procedures, contact ADA Liaison at (925) 943-5899 ext.2203. photos The City of Walnut Creek reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities, and program participants for potential future use. All photos will remain the property of the City of Walnut Creek and may be used for publicity or promotional purposes only.
Civic Park Community Center ............................................... 925.943.5852 1375 Civic Drive, 94596 Heather Farm Community Center ........................................ 925.943.5858 301. N San Carlos Drive, 94598 Shadelands Art Center........................................................... 925.943.5846 111 N. Wiget Lane, 94598 Tice Valley Community Gymnasium .................................... 925.256.3572 2055 Tice Valley Blvd. 94595 Arts Recreation Dept ............................................................. 925.943.5848 Center for Community Arts...................................................925.943.5846 Clarke Memorial Swim Center at Heather Farm ................. 925.943.5856 Dog Park Hotline .....................................................................925.256.3574 Facility Rentals ....................................................................... 925.256.3575 Field Conditions Hotline ........................................................ 925.256.3574 Larkey Swim Center .............................................................. 925.943.5861 Preschools............................................................................... 925.943.5846 Recreation Information/Park & Picnic Reservations ........... 925.943.5858 Seniors Club............................................................................ 925.943.5851 Seniors’ Volunteer Mini Bus...................................................925.943.1434 Skate Park Hotline.................................................................. 925.256.3584 Specialized Recreation .......................................................... 925.256.3531
CLASS LocationS Arbolado Community Park, Arbolado Drive at Doncaster, 94598 Delta Martial Arts, 2956 Treat Boulevard, Suite H, 94518 Foothill Community Gymnasium, 2775 Cedro Lane, 94598 Heather Farm Preschool, 500 N San Carlos Drive, 94598 Park Place, 1395 Civic Drive, 94596 Professional Education Center, 2905 Salvio Street, Concord 94519 Walnut Creek Intermediate, 2425 Walnut Boulevard, 94597 Walnut Creek Library, 1644 N. Broadway, 94596 Boundary Oak Golf Course.....................................................925.934.4775 3800 Valley Vista Road 94598 Walnut Creek Tennis Center ..................................................925.945.0105 1751 Heather Drive (Heather Farm Park) Open Space............................................................ 925.943.5899, ext. 2135 City Council Rich Carlston, Mayor; Justin Wedel, Mayor Pro Tem; Loella Haskew; Cindy Silva; Kevin Wilk Interim City Manager Fran Robustelli Director of Arts & Recreation Kevin Safine Arts Commission Joe Bologna; Polly Bradbury; Glynnis Cowdery; Jane Emanuel; Anita Sagastegui Park, Recreation & Open Space Commission Jodi Davenport; Robert Kearsley; Ian McLaughlin; Fred Weston; Tom Worthy
CONFIRMATION
pre-registration
Registration FORMS
Inclusion Program
Confirmations will be sent for all mail-in, fax-in and phone registrations. Confirmations are sent via email when possible, by post if necessary. If you do not receive your confirmation within 2 weeks, please call (925) 943-5858.
Pre-registration is required for participation in programs. Please do not attend a class if you have not been registered.
Registration forms received prior to the dates specified will not be given priority consideration; however, you may fax, mail, or drop off your form at any time.
Contact the Specialized Recreation Department two weeks before the start date of the class to arrange special accommodations:
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Preston Jones (925) 256-3531 or pjones@walnut-creek.org.
Registration Registration begins august 14
REGISTRATION FORM PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCOUNT
TEL (HOME) TEL (CELL/WORK) ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP EMAIL ADDRESS 1ST CHOICE PARTICIPANT NAME
M/F
DOB
ACTIVITY NAME
ACCOUNT #
CLASS #
2ND CHOICE
START DATE
EXP DATE
CLASS #
START DATE
CVV #
FEE
TOTAL
AUTHORIZATION SIGNATURE WAIVER OF LIABILITY I consent to the above person’s participation in the activities and agree on behalf of myself, or minor child, that I assume the risk of accident, injuries or property damage sustained from any cause in connection with my (or my child’s) participation in the activities. I voluntarily release and hold harmless the City (including its officers, agents, employees and volunteers) from any liability for an accident, injury or property damage (except to the extent cause by the City’s active negligence or willful misconduct). I understand that I am responsible for the registration policies and procedures outlined in the brochure. I also understand that the City reserves the right to photograph activities and participants; those photos remain the City’s property for potential future use for publicity or promotional purposes. Dated
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policies RefundS/credit S
• All credits on account are valid
• Supply fees are payable to the
with disabilities to participate in
• Refunds/credits are subject to a
for a maximum of one year.
instructor at the first class. Please
our programs. If you have any spe-
service charge of $10 per person,
• Failure to attend program or
do not include supply fees with
cial needs that may require specific
per class. Refunds are processed
“no-shows” will not be granted a
your registration fees.
accommodations, please call (925)
within three weeks.
refund/credit.
• Accounts with credit amounts un-
943-5858.
• Refunds will be considered if
• Refund policies may vary for 50+
der $15 that are eligible for refund
requests are submitted up to seven
(Seniors) programs.
will be remitted upon request. • For payment plans (annual
days prior to the first day of class. • For withdrawal requests received
fees
programs, camps, etc.), customers
after the refund period but prior to
•All courses and camp registra-
must provide a MasterCard or VISA
the first day of class, a credit valid
tions include a $3 administrative
for automatic payment processing.
for one year may be permitted for
processing fee.
In order to use a different method
use toward a future course.
• Fees must be paid in full at time
of payment, customers may pay
• Withdrawal requests after the first
of registration by cash, money
prior to any scheduled payment
class meeting are subject to partial
order, VISA, MasterCard or check
date(s).
credit less service charge and pro-
payable to the City of Walnut
rated course fees.
Creek, unless otherwise stated in
• No refund requests are accepted
program description.
after the last class meeting.
• All payments are processed upon
donations If you wish to make a taxdeductible donation to Center for Community Arts or Walnut Creek Recreation, please indicate so on your registration form. Thank you! SCHOLARSHIPS Center for Community Arts Scholarships are being accepted
ADA Accommodations In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City
for Fall 2017. The deadline is August 25, 2017. Walnut Creek Recreation scholarships are accepted on an on-going basis.
receipt.
of Walnut Creek encourages those
Waiting lists
CANCELLATIONs
MAKE -UP CLASSes
QUESTIONS
Waiting lists are established once a class has reached maximum enrollment. If space opens or a new class is created, you will be notified.
A class may be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met. A full refund is available.
Make-up dates for missed classes will only be granted for class cancellations resulting from inclement weather or from direction of the Arts, Recreation Department.
Arts: (925) 943-5846 Rec: (925) 943-5858 Aquatics: (925) 943-5856 50+: (925) 943-5851 Specialized Recreation: (925) 256-3531
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GOLF & Facility rentals
Experience Boundary Oak Catering Experience • Perfect location for Weddings, Showers, Anniversaries, Business Meetings, Fundraisers, Birthdays & Celebration of Life. • Flexible banquet & meeting spaces that can accommodate group sizes up to 250 seated guests. • Outdoor Ceremony Site available for weddings. • Ample Complimentary Parking. • Spectacular views of Mt. Diablo and the foothills of the East Bay. • Unique Dining Events held monthly including: 4th Friday’s, Easter Brunch, Mother’s Day Brunch and various holiday themed events.
Contact us at (925) 934-3600 x 21
Golf Experience • 18-hole Championship Golf Course. • 5 sets of tees to accommodate any skill level of golfer. • Lighted Driving Range includes a grass tee hitting area and a 12 stall covered hitting bay. • Home to the LPGA/Girls Golf Junior Program and host facility for the First Tee of Contra Costa. • Perfect facility to host your Corporate, Charity, Club or Fundraiser Golf Event. • Host for the PGA Web.com Tour Qualifier.
For Tee Times Please Call (925) 934-4775 x 10 For Tournaments Please Call (925) 934-4775 x 13
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lesher center for the arts
2017 - 2018 Season
Join us for our year-long celebration of 50 years!
About Abstraction: Bay Area Women Painters September 24 – December 17, 2017 Opening Reception: Sunday, September 24, 3-5pm Political conversations have turned a renewed spotlight on women and their power and
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
influence on every corner of society, including
Book by Colin Escott & Floyd Mutrux Directed by Hunter Foster September 1 - October 6, 2017
In 1956 Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins came together for an epic jam session.
the arts. In the spirit of discovery, this show celebrates 16 Bay Area women artists, emerging and established, who have worked in abstraction for years. This show provides a Alicia McCarthy, Untitled (detail), 2015, spray and latex paint on 3 wood panels, 88 x 144 inches
platform for their work that features precise, powerful lines, as well as gestural patterns, suggesting a kinship with the Abstract Expressionist movement of 1940s SoHo and San Francisco.
THE LIAR
By David Ives Adapted from the comedy by Pierre Corneille Directed by Michael Butler October 20 - November 18, 2017 The charming and charismatic Dorante has but a single flaw: he cannot tell the truth. Cliton, his manservant cannot tell a lie.
Bg Craft Fest December 2 & 3, 2017, 10:00am – 4:00pm, Free Admission to shop Get a head start on your holiday shopping at this weekend extravaganza of local vendors selling handmade goods and foods in the gallery. With jewelry, textiles, home goods, ceramics, prints, and more, our makers are sure to have unique gifts to suit everyone on your list. For a complete list of vendors and hands-on maker workshops, visit
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Directed by Scott Denison Choreographed by Jennifer Perry December 7 - 17, 2017
www.bedfordgallery.org/craftfest.
Volunteer & Be an Art Hero! Our many volunteer opportunities are
Still “THE Christmas Carol to see in the Bay Area.”
a fun way to make friends, meet local and national artists, and learn about and be inspired by contemporary art. No experience necessary, all training will be provided. Learn more at www. bedfordgallery.org/support/volunteer.
For more details on all of the exciting programs and events 1601 Civic Drive Downtown Walnut Creek
listed above visit www.bedfordgallery.org, email galleryinfo@ bedfordgallery.org, or call (925) 295-1417.
(925) 943-7469
Bedford Gallery receives generous funding from the Lesher
www.LesherARTScenter.org
Foundation, JP Morgan Chase, and Diablo Regional Arts Association.
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Fall Family Art Day
Fairytale Tea Party
Saturday, September 9, 10am to 2pm
Sunday, November 5, 11am to 1pm
Shadelands Art Center 111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek
Heather Farm Community Center 301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek
Join us to celebrate fall with art-making, performing, refreshments, giveaways and more! Free, open to the public and fun for the whole family!
Calling all princes and princesses: Join us for a magical afternoon featuring crafts, story time, photo booth and a very special guest. Come dressed in costume and enjoy finger sandwiches, fruit salad, tea and a royal dessert catered by Sunrise Bistro. $13 per person, visit WalnutCreekRec.org for more information.
Walnut Creek Arts + Recreation • Bedford Gallery • Boundary Oak Golf Course • Center for Community Arts • Center REPertory Company • Lesher Center for the Arts • Walnut Creek Aquatics • Walnut Creek Recreation
Learn more at walnut-creek.org/ArtsAndRec