IMPORTANT INFORMATION Arts + Rec Open Now Wondering what’s open from Arts + Rec? Check out virtual classes, outdoor events, and more opportunities at walnut-creek.org/artsrecopen.
Arts + Rec Gift Cards Spread joy while supporting your favorite Arts + Rec program! Gift cards are available for future purchases with Bedford Gallery, Center for Community Arts, Lesher Center for the Arts, and Walnut Creek Recreation. Surprise a loved one with access to entertainment, learning, and new discoveries! Learn more at: http://bit.ly/ArtsRecGiftCard
Scholarships Available Are you interested in financial aid to participate in a class, workshop, camp, swim lesson, or preschool program offered by the Center for Community Arts or Walnut Creek Recreation? Whether you’re a young person, adult, senior, or family, we want to hear from you. For eligibility and application forms, visit walnut-creek.org/scholarships.
Customer Support We’re here to help! Hours: Staff are available to assist you Tuesdays - Fridays from 10am-4pm. After hours messages will be answered as soon as possible. If you are unable to reach us by phone, please leave a message and we’ll return your call as soon as possible. Email: artsrec@walnut-creek.org Phone: (925) 295-1490
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Get out, Or Go Virtual, and Join us! Whether joining Arts + Rec in person or virtually, we hope you’ll dedicate some time in 2021 to expanding your skills, nurturing your creativity, and moving your body. A recent UK study showed that people who have spent 30 minutes or more each day during the pandemic on actions such as engaging in a creative hobby have lower reported rates of depression and anxiety and greater life satisfaction. Get out, or go virtual, and join us to improve your daily outlook!
Keeping Arts + Rec Safe We’re keeping Arts + Rec safe with enhanced safety protocols, including face coverings required for participants and staff, access to hand sanitizer and handwashing stations, and reduced class sizes for social distancing. Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve safely served hundreds of participants in physically distanced programs following State and County guidance. All Arts + Rec programs will follow these core safety guidelines: • Protective masks required for all participants (age 2 and older) and staff • Daily wellness checks and temperature screenings for participants and staff • Physical distancing measures in place • Strict handwashing procedures in place • Regular cleaning and disinfecting of spaces • Dedicated custodial team for cleaning and sanitation • Hand sanitizer readily available • Contact-free registration and ticket purchasing available • Soft barriers at all guest-facing stations Learn more about our safety protocols at walnut-creek.org/artsrecsafety.
