INSIDE Now Hiring! Pg 2 Get your groove on to Motown, R&B, and hip hop in the new Groovaroo babywearing/family dance class. Pg 5 and Pg 41 Kids ages 8-13 learn to create the cartoons, posters, and logos we love through technology in Basic Adobe Illustrator. Pg 11 Preschoolers will improve their strength and agility in a new fitness class inspired by American Ninja Warrior! Pg 17
SPRING
2018
Explore the fun, accessible medium of collage and generate new ideas for creating abstract art! Pg 49 Registration begins February 21, 2018
NEW FOR 2018: This Spring we invite you to explore something new – whether that’s your first painting class, learning a foreign language, or an opportunity to create together in a caregiver and child class. You can select from one day workshops, multi-week courses, and everything in between. Arts + Rec is looking for enthusiastic employees for seasonal and ongoing jobs supporting our programs. My first job was as a summer camp counselor, which helped me gain real work experience while making a difference in the lives of kids and having fun working with friends. Check out the opportunities available at walnutcreekrec.org and join our team! Be on the lookout for the Summer Camp 2018 Guide in late February, included with the community newsletter “In a Nutshell” and online at walnut-creek.org. Registration begins February 28 for you to get a jump on our always popular camps, including specialty camps dedicated to arts, sports, science, engineering, and cooking. You can save on Day Camps by registering before April 2. Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for both Community Arts and Recreation classes. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form found on communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org. To support our scholarship funds, you can conveniently add a donation to your Spring registration! Kevin Safine Director of Arts + Recreation
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Youth Ceramics & Sculpture 4-5 Dance 5-10 Decorative & Fiber Arts 11 Digital Media & Photography 11-12 Drama 12-13 Drawing, Painting & Printmaking 13-17 Food & Cooking 17 Health & Fitness 17-18 Languages 18 Martial Arts 19 Music 20-23 Personal Enrichment 24 Sports 25-28 STEM 29 Writing & Literature 29 Youth Camps 30-31 Events Calendar 31
Adults
registration begins FEB 21
Ceramics & Sculpture 34-36 Culinary Arts 37-38 Dance 39-41 Decorative & Fiber Arts 42 Digital Media & Photography 43-44 Dog/Pet Care 45 DIY 46 Drama 46 Drawing, Painting & Printmaking 47-53 Glass 53-54 Health & Fitness 54-59 Jewelry 60 Languages 61 Music 62 Personal Enrichment 63-64 Sports 64-65 Sports/Fitness Groups 65 Technology & Business 66-67 Writing and Literature 67 Adults 50+ Programs & Services 68-72 Specialized Recreation 73
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Youth
CERAMICS & SCULPTURE
4 yrs & u p
May Flowers! For Mother’s Day Parents and their children can make May flowers for Mother’s Day: tulips, roses, snap dragons, and more! You can also add to your flowers with spring themes such as butterflies, rainbows, or something really special. They can be ready to hang, stand alone, or both! This class will use non-toxic, polymer clay, which can be baked in a home oven to give a ceramic-like finish. The polymer clay comes in several colors and will give you quick results. Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Karen Kelly DATES DAY TIME
5/6
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sun 9:00am-12:00pm $37/1
3251
5 - 1 6 yrs
Clay for Homeschoolers Your hands are the two best clay tools in the world. Come see what you can learn to make. Cups, bowls, boxes, people, animals, bookends, houses, cars, signs, dinosaurs, miniature scenes, and much more. Learn all the techniques to make your ideas work, plus a variety of decorative and glaze finishes. Flexibility in projects and assistance for students with different needs. Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 9:00am-11:00am $150/9
3247
No class 4/2, 5/28
4 - 7 yrs
Clay Play: Habitats
8 - 1 2 yrs
Come explore the wonderful world of clay, one of the most
Clay Works I
versatile and forgiving mediums. This is a great introduction to
A great opportunity for older children who haven’t had a lot of
3D art for young creative minds with or without clay experience.
(or any) experience working with clay to explore this versatile
Using a variety of techniques including pinch, coil, slab and
medium. Focus on learning basic hand-building skills such as
squeeze methods, children will learn the basics from scoring to
scoring, using slip, coil building, using molds and glazing. We’ll
glazing their work. Build imaginary worlds filled with people,
make functional bowls, plates and mugs, animals and birdhouses.
animals and a place for them to reside – trees, caves, tropical
$5 supply fee due at first class.
islands and more! $5 supply fee due at first class.
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
Instructor : Rana Nassar
Instructor : Amber Noyer DATES DAY TIME
3/31-6/9 Sat
DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:00am-10:00am $95/9
3246
No class 4/7, 5/26 Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Rana Nassar DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 3:45pm-4:45pm $95/9 No class 4/2, 5/28 4
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 5:00pm-6:30pm $122/9 No class 4/2, 5/28
3249
Youth
DANCE
8 - 1 2 yrs
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
A d u lt and c h ild
NEW | GroovaRoo Babywearing and Family Dance Class
centering to making simple pots. Prerequisite: must have taken
Rooted in soul line dancing, this low impact dance class is
Clay Play or have clay experience with knowledge of hand-building
interactive, engaging and focused on community bonding! Dancing
techniques. $5 supply fee due at first class.
with your child is a sure way to connect with you, your baby, family and other parents or caregivers! Music genre includes: Motown,
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1
R&B, hip hop, and reggae. Infants are preferably carried facing in
Instructor : Rana Nassar DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/5 Tue 3:30pm-5:30pm $167/10
3250
No class 4/3
towards your body while toddlers may be back carried. Carriers are not provided, however several carriers available on a first come first served basis for class use. Location : Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Instructor : Anthea Yugawa
Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale DATES DAY TIME
3/30-6/8 Fri
DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3:30pm-5:30pm $167/10
3248
No class 4/6
3/14
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Wed
11:15am-12:00pm $15/1
4568
3/21-4/18 Wed
11:15am-12:00pm $63/4
4569
11:15am-12:00pm $78/5
4576
No class 3/28
4/25-5/23 Wed 1 2 - 1 7 yrs
Teen Clay: Wheel Throwing/ Hand Building
1 8 - 3 4 mos
Creative Dance with My Adult
Beginning to intermediate instruction on the electric potter’s wheel. Instruction and creative opportunity for hand-building techniques and projects as well. $35 supply fee payable at first class ($15 tool kit if needed and $20 bag of clay.)
children in early developmental stages through playful group and duo activities. Class will consist of dancing with their adult in a group setting while adults get to bond with their child and get a great workout. Potty trained or not, please join us for some fun!
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale DATES DAY TIME
Creative dance is geared for developing growth motor skills for
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 4:30pm-6:30pm $152/9
3228
No class 4/5, 5/3
Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME
3/27-6/5
Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:45am-11:30am $111/10
3454
No class 4/3
2 - 5 yrs
Parent Child Dance Young children begin their dance studies through their attachment to parent or primary caregiver. Parent-child dance classes are great Ceramics studio information
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.
preparation for very young children to eventually participate in a creative dance class on their own, learning to take direction from a new, adult teacher while staying true to their own ideas. Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Samantha Blanchard DATES DAY TIME
3/31-6/9 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
12:00pm-1:00pm $83/8
3472
No class 4/7, 5/19, 5/26
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Youth 3 - 4 yrs
3 - 5 yrs
Pre-Ballet
Preschool Broadway Tap
Blend the discipline of ballet with the freedom of creative dance.
Preschool aged dancers will learn basic Broadway tap dancing
Begin with basic positions and steps of ballet; then leap, spin,
skills in a fun and creative atmosphere. Tap will be combined with
and kick while improvising to music, words, and pictures. Listen
essential ballet movement introduced through an early childhood
to stories and music of well-known classical ballets. Parents may
education approach. Creativity will be intermingled through song,
watch last session only.
dance, and learning games. Parents and caretakers may participate by viewing outside the studio while children are learning in class.
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 3:30pm-4:15pm $129/10
3460
Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME
3/27-6/5 Tue
No class 4/4
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
12:15pm-1:00pm $123/10
3455
No class 4/3 Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Samantha Blanchard
4 - 5 yrs
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/30-6/8
$129/10
Fri 10:45am-11:30am
3468
No class 4/6
Pre-Ballet 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
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
to stories and music of well-known classical ballets. Parents may
Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill
watch last session only.
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/31-6/2 Sat 9:00am-9:45am $95/8
3458
No class 4/7, 4/21, 5/26
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 4:15pm-5:00pm $118/10
3478
No class 4/4
3 - 5 yrs
preschool dancing combo Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room
All preschool aged students welcome to join in on the fun of learning ballet, jazz, and tumbling at an introductory level. Parents
Instructor : Samantha Blanchard
and caretakers may participate by viewing outside the studio while
DATES DAY TIME
children are learning in class.
3/30-6/8
Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-10:45am $118/10
3467
No class 4/6
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME
3/27-6/5
Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:30am-12:15pm $111/10
No class 4/3
3450
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill DATES DAY TIME
3/31-6/2 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:45am-10:30am $96/8
3459
No class 4/7, 4/21, 5/26
The first dance class is a placement class to ensure each student is enrolled in the appropriate class. We encourage all students to stay enrolled in the same level for at least one year, unless the instructor advises otherwise.
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Youth 6 - 1 0 yrs
6 - 1 2 yrs
Broadway Tap Combo
Tahitian and Polynesian Cultures (Beg)
Children will learn basic Broadway tap dancing skills in a fun and
Experience the motions and songs of the Pacific Islands and learn
creative atmosphere. Introductory tap skills will be combined with
the Polynesian culture. Instruction includes dances from Tahiti and
essential ballet movements. Song, dance, and learning games are
neighboring islands for all levels.
used throughout class.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
Instructor : Mary Aguilar
Instructor : Vanessa Freeman
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/5 Tue 4:45pm-5:30pm $129/10
3473
3/17-5/19 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-10:30am $73/8
3578
No class 3/31, 5/5
No class 4/3
6 - 1 8 yrs 6 - 1 0 yrs
Ballet I
Tahitian and Polynesian Cultures (Int/ Adv)*
Introduction to the beauty, grace and discipline of ballet. Each
Experience the motions and songs of the Pacific Islands and learn
class will include a traditional barre and center. Children will
the Polynesian culture. Instruction includes dances from Tahiti and
enjoy dancing to the magical music from classical ballets such
neighboring islands for all levels. *Registration per Instructor’s
as Sleeping Beauty and The Nutracker. Registration requirement:
approval.
Five-year olds with one year experience may move to Ballet I.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
Instructor : Mary Aguilar
Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
3/31-6/2 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
12:15pm-1:15pm $125/8
3462
3/17-5/19 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:30am-12:00pm $73/8
3579
No class 3/31, 5/5
No class 4/7, 4/21, 5/26
7 - 1 1 yrs Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room
Ballet II
Instructor : Erin Leedom DATES
DAY TIME monthly FEE CR#
9/5-6/5
Tue 4:15pm-5:00pm
$53
37281
No class 4/3
Designed for students wanting to continue their ballet training. Class will continue with traditional barre and center work, improving technique, working on proper body alignment and an emphasis on vocabulary. 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. Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Erin Leedom DATES
DAY TIME monthly FEE CR#
9/5-6/5 Tue 5:00pm-6:00pm $53
37282
No class 4/3
Ballet 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. 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 9 - 1 5 yrs
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. Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio Instructor s: Amanda Farris & Edward Stegge DATES
DAY
TIME monthly fee CR#
9/7-6/7
Mon, Thu 4:00pm-5:30pm $103
37373
No class 4/2, 4/5, 5/28
9 yrs & u p
Tahitian Drumming/Music 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. Student 8 - 1 2 yrs
should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.
Youth Urban Funk
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge
Designed for youth, this class of urban funk combines the styles
Instructor : Reynaldo Aguilar
of jazz, hip hop, and breaking in a funky upbeat setting. The
DATES DAY TIME
$35 costume fee covers the purchase/construction of a costume for your child to bring home with them after the performance showcase. A costume is a great way for youth to feel involved,
3/17-5/19 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-10:30am $73/8
3580
No class 3/31, 5/5
remember their experience, and use for other events! 1 0 - 1 5 yrs
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
Hip Hop - Youth
Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 6:30pm-7:15pm $129/10
3474
No class 4/5
Syncopation derived from jazz funk and street jazz, with high energy focus on the latest styles and moves. Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 6:30pm-7:30pm $105/9 No class 4/2, 5/28
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3452
youth 1 0 - 1 6 yrs
Modern Dance Beginner to advanced dancer, this class has something for everyone. This is a modern release technique class infused with somatic sound concepts, improvisational play and performer driven composition. It is my goal to provide a safe place of inquiry where dancers can hone their craft and find their artistic voice. Dance should be accessible to everyone and community inclusion accelerates learning and achievement. Dancers will learn basic modern dance vocabulary, improvisation, composition, performance quality and execution. Mixed levels welcome! Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Samantha Blanchard DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/31-6/9 Sat 1:00pm-2:00pm $105/8
3451
No class 4/7, 5/19, 5/26
1 0 - 1 7 yrs
Youth Contemporary Dance In this class, dancers will blend proper technique with different movement styles, as we focus on creativity, self-expression and FUN! In this rich and unique class, dancers will be exposed to an array of music as we move our bodies through space. Fitted dance clothes and bare feet. No previous dance experience necessary. Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/31-6/2 Sat 1:30pm-2:30pm $145/8
3463
1 3 - 1 7 yrs
Teen Urban Funk
No class 4/7, 4/21, 5/26
Designed for teens, this class of urban funk combines the styles of
1 1 - 1 8 yrs
jazz, hip hop, and breaking in a funky upbeat setting. The costume
Professional Training Program
fee covers the purchase/construction of a costume for your child
Intermediate and advanced ballet training, including technique, pointe, variations from classical and contemporary repertory. For audition contact Rebecca Crowell Berke, Director, at rebecca@
to bring home with them after the performance showcase. A costume is a great way for youth to feel involved, remember their experience, and use for other events!
diabloballet.org. Class meets three days per week; must attend all
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
three days. Please call for a brochure for more information.
Instructor : Vanessa Freeman
Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio
DATES DAY TIME
Instructors : Rebecca Crowell Berke, Amanda Farris, Erin
3/29-6/7 Thu 7:15pm-8:00pm $129/10
Leedom, Edward Stegge, Jordan Tilton
No class 4/5
INTERMEDIATE DATES DAY
9/6-6/6
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3475
TIME monthly fee CR#
Mon, Wed 5:00pm-7:00pm $187
37284
No class 4/2, 4/4, 5/26, 5/28 ADVANCED DATES DAY
9/6-6/8
TIME monthly fee CR#
Mon, Wed 5:00pm-7:30pm $390
37284A
No class 4/2-7, 5/26, 5/28
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Youth 1 3 yrs & u p
Tahitian Ahuro’a Women 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. Student should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues. Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Mary Aguilar DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/21-5/23 Wed 6:30pm-7:30pm $73/8
3581
No class 4/4, 5/2
1 3 yrs & u p
Tahitian I Women and Men (Beg) 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. Student should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues. Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Mary Aguilar DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/21-5/23 Wed 7:30pm-8:30pm $73/8
3582
No class 4/4, 5/2
1 3 yrs & u p
1 3 - 1 7 yrs
Tahitian II Women and Men (Int)* & (Adv)*
Ballet Youth Youth Ballet, ages 13-17, is perfect for teens who have little to no experience in ballet and interested in classical ballet training. This class is also an excellent way for dancers to build their dance foundation, gain strength and flexibility, and find a healthy level of confidence for successful growth. Adapting through the art of
(dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances) and drumming/music technique for men and women. Student should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues. *Registration per instructor’s approval.
ballet guides a dancer into further successes and the ability to gain
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
a richness in life.
Instructor : Mary Aguilar
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Vanessa Freeman
3/21-5/23 Wed 8:30pm-10:00pm $73/8
DATES DAY TIME
No class 4/4, 5/2
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 6:00pm-7:00pm $143/10 No class 4/4
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3583
Youth
Decorative & Fiber Arts 5 - 8 yrs
Kinder Sew 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. $15 supply fee due at class. Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool Instructor : Alexandra Milukhin DATES DAY TIME
1 4 & u p FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-5/22 Tue 3:30pm-4:30pm $81/8
3283
No class 4/3
Open Studio Knitting and Crocheting Bring your current project to the open studio and work in the company of other artists who are as passionate about knitting and crocheting as you are. Get one-on-one help to overcome roadblocks in completing your project, as well as help in
8 - 1 3 yrs
Basic Machine Garment Sewing
interpreting patterns. No knitting or crocheting lessons will be
Kids will learn how to make a series of projects that build upon our
recommended if you’ve never taken lessons before.
given during the open studio. Crochet 101 or Knitting 101 is
understanding of fabric and construction. Beginning with cutting and sewing an apron, they will quickly advance to designing and constructing a simple garment. Along with other simple projects
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3 Instructor : Pattee Court
students will learn proper use of the sewing machine and sewing
DATES DAY TIME
terminology, how to use a pattern, cut and piece fabric, and a
4/7-6/9
Sat
Fee/Sessions CR#
10:30am-12:00pm $82/9
4481
variety of sewing techniques. $15 supply fee due at first class. Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool Instructor : Alexandra Milukhin DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-5/24 Thu 4:30pm-6:00pm $86/7
3273
No class 4/5, 5/3
Digital Media & Photography 8 - 1 3 yrs
9 - 1 3 yrs
Little Loom Weaving
Basic Adobe Illustrator for Art
You will learn to weave on a small Rigid Heddle Loom. This is a
In this course, we will be introduced to the Adobe Illustrator pro-
simple, but amazing, little loom. You will learn to warp the loom
gram and how professionals use it to create the cartoons, posters,
using the direct warping method, and then you will weave yourself
and logos we love. We will learn the most basic tools necessary
a scarf. All yarn and use of a loom is included in the materials fee
to start our new relationship between art and technology. Classes
of $30.
will include exercises to learn and practice the tools within the
Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -
Studio H
art and technology can coincide to produce unique digital illustrations, including character creation, logos, and brand concepts.
Instructor : Reba Siero DATES DAY TIME
Illustrator toolbar, as well as opportunities to gain insight into how
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/11-5/2 Wed 3:45pm-5:15pm $53/4
4663
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Monico Jacobo DATES DAY TIME
Fee/Sessions CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 4:00pm-5:00pm $169/10
3543
No class : 4/4
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Youth
Drama
1 3 - 1 8 yrs
Advanced Adobe Illustrator for Art In this course, we will learn more about the complex tools of Adobe Illustrator program and how they can be used to add more detail to our work. We will explore the many styles of art that can be created using Illustrator. We will continue to develop and discover our own use for the Illustrator program in order to incorporate the Illustrator tools and effects practiced. No matter the specifics of your artistic goals, this class provides all individuals the opportunity to learn and grow as an artist using the modern tools of technology.
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 in-
Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room
Instructor : Monico Jacobo
Instructor : Julia Dashe Fee/Sessions CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 5:00pm-6:30pm $169/10
3514
No class : 4/4
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 3:30pm-4:30pm $180/9
3265
No class 4/2, 5/28
1 0 - 1 5 yrs
8 - 1 0 yrs
Stop Motion Animation
Community Arts Theater: Studio Class
Learn the basics of stop motion animation. Explore the technique behind movies such as The Nightmare Before Christmas, Wallace and Grommit and Coraline. At the end of this course students will make their own short films. Students will also learn the basics of making clay models and using found objects to complete their film. $75 supply fee due at first class.
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 as a performer. Through the study of movement, voice, and improvisation, young actors build confidence, communication skills, self-expression, team work, compassion, and have fun! All levels welcome. Session ends with in-class sharing for family and friends.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Brian Shapiro DATES DAY TIME
Community Arts Theater: Studio Class
class sharing for family and friends! All levels welcome!
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
DATES DAY TIME
5 - 7 yrs
Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 5:00pm-6:30pm $169/10
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No class 4/5
Instructor : Julia Dashe DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 4:45pm-6:15pm $180/9
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No class 4/2,5/28
1 2 - 1 8 yrs
Teen Digital Photography
8 - 1 4 yrs
as an art form. Students will learn the ins and outs of digital camera
Community Arts Theater: Homeschool Theater Class
controls and how to use them to create proper exposures. This class
Middle School Community Arts Theater participants will learn about
This digital photography class will introduce students to photography
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.
voice, character, scene study, improvisation and multiple genres of theater, students will build confidence, communication skills, selfexpression, team work, and compassion. Have fun in a supportive and welcoming environment. All levels welcome. Students will have
Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room
Instructor : Brian Shapiro
Instructor : Staff FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/9-6/4 Mon 4:15pm-6:15pm $135/8 No class 4/2, 5/28
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performers in our Studio Class. Through the study of movement,
an in-class sharing of work at the end of each quarter.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
DATES DAY TIME
the actor’s tools and begin to uncover their own unique voices as
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DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 1:00pm-3:00pm $180/9 No class 4/2, 5/28
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Youth 1 1 - 1 4 yrs
Community Arts Theater: Middle School Middle School Community Arts Theater participants will learn about the actor’s tools and begin to uncover their own unique voices as
Drawing & Painting
performers in our Studio Class. Through the study of movement, 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 : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio Instructor : Julia Dashe DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/5
$200/10
Tue
4:00pm-6:00pm
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No class 4/3
1 8 - 3 6 mos
Terribly Terrific Twos: Toddler/Parent
1 1 - 1 8 yrs
Community Arts Theater Troupe (11-18 years)
Designed to foster the toddler/parent relationship, explore social,
Our Community Arts Theater Troupe will focus on the process of
activities including music and movement, tactile and visual art
performance, using theater skills and techniques from our Studio
exploration and circle activities will be offered each session.
Class to perform selected works and create original works by students themselves. Open to middle and high school students, Theater Troupe members will 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.
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/7
$179/20
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No class 4/3, 4/5
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
For ages 18 - 24 mos 9:00am-10:30am $124/8
3515
10:45am-12:15pm $124/8
3516
For ages 24 - 36 mos 3/30-5/25 Fri No class 4/6
2 - 3 yrs
1 4 - 1 8 yrs
Community Arts Theater: High School High School Community Arts Theater participants will focus on 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 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.
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, emotionally and cognitively. Share your concerns and joys with other parents and learn together how to navigate this exciting time of growth and development for your child.
Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Preschool
Instructor : Julia Dashe
Instructor : Kathy Faut FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 4:00pm-6:00pm $200/10 No class 4/5
Instructor : Julie Tadena
No class 4/6
Instructor : Julia Dashe
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
3/30-5/25 Fri
Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio
Tue, Thu 6:15pm-7:15pm
physical, language development and parent education. Exploration
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DATES DAY TIME
3/29-5/31 Thu
Fee/Sessions CR#
12:30pm-2:00pm $125/9
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Youth 3 - 1 0 yrs
5 - 7 yrs
Kids Open Studio
Mixed Media Mash-up
Kids Open Studio is a special place for families and kids to
Student artists will experiment with a new medium and a new
connect with their creativity while playing boundlessly with art
project every week. Draw, paint and sculpt little masterpieces and
materials, concepts, techniques and challenges! Kids ages 3-6
learn different ways to express yourself, as well as learn how a
must be accompanied by a parent; ages 7-10 can be dropped off
variety of materials work. Modern masters will be our inspiration.
for an opportunity to explore with their peers! Each drop-in class
Media include pastel, watercolor, air dry clay, mixed media,
explores a new project based on the quarter’s theme. Register
printmaking and more. $15 supply fee due at first class.
prior to class or pay by credit card on the day of class.
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1
Instructor : Casey Rasmussen White
Instructor : Staff
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
6/16
Sat
10:00am-11:30am $10/1
3523
4/21
Sat
10:00am-11:30am $10/1
3521
5/19
Sat
10:00am-11:30am $10/1
3522
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/18-6/6 Wed 4:00pm-5:00pm $67/7
3520
No class 5/9
5 - 8 yrs
Go Green
4 - 7 yrs
Explore green art. You can paint green for sure but in this class you
I Can Do It Art
will create with recycled items to make unique 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,
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Lisa Taft
chalk, pens, etc.,--as they draw, paint, and explore new media. A
DATES DAY TIME
wonderful class for developing creativity and confidence. Activi-
4/14
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm $34/1
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ties change each quarter. 5 - 8 yrs
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3
Garden Art
Instructor : Ida Thaler DATES DAY TIME
Fee/Sessions CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 4:00pm-5:00pm $85/9
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In this class we will draw, paint and create a fantasy garden. We will also make a garden art sculpture for our own garden at home. Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Lisa Taft
5 - 7 yrs
Observe and Imagine Close looking and wild invention are at the heart of this drawing
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/21
$34/1
Sat
1:00pm-4:00pm
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class. Students will be introduced to a wide variety of drawing media as they play drawing games, invent insects, design their 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. $10 supply fee due at first class.
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
No class 4/5
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Explore and create the creatures of the oceans. What will you make? Whales? Mermaids? Sea Monsters?
Instructor : Lisa Taft
Instructor : Brittany Zagoria
3/29-6/7 Thu 4:30pm-5:30pm $95/10
Under the Sea
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1
DATES DAY TIME
5 - 8 yrs
3539
DATES DAY TIME
6/9
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm $34/1
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Youth 5 - 1 0 yrs
6 - 1 0 yrs
Minecraft Mixed Media
Tinkering
Students will bring their personal Minecraft worlds to life and use
No rules and no expectations! Tinkering is a time for exploration
them as inspiration for a variety of mixed media projects, bringing
and creativity. Have access to a variety of new and exciting
their creations into the real world. They will learn traditional
materials each week to use to create whatever one can imagine.
painting techniques and color theory, as well basic clay modeling.
Wood, paper, paint, foam, cardboard, and clay; the media list goes
$10 supply fee due at first class.
on. Kids can get messy and have the freedom to explore through process and with guidance from their instructor. $10 supply fee
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3
due at first class.
Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/30-6/8
$99/10
Fri 5:15pm-6:15pm
3541
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME
No class 4/6
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 4:30pm-5:30pm $95/10
3537
No class 4/4
5 - 1 6 yrs
Homeschool Mixed Media Work with a variety of fine art media and learn new painting and drawing techniques! Paint and draw live animals, explore 2d
6 - 1 2 yrs
Bird Wonder
media, printmaking, weaving, sewing, and object making. A great
Join us while we learn how to illustrate and paint live and
place to meet fellow homeschoolers and make new friends! $10
taxidermy birds! Live pigeons, a chicken, and more will be
supply fee due at first class.
available for students to explore and get to know up close and personal. Learn about the habitats and peculiar behaviors of
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1
different avian species. Along the way, students will develop
Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME
techniques in realistic painting and drawing and execute FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 1:00pm-3:00pm $117/10
3538
No class 4/5
beautifully polished scientific works of art. Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME
6 - 1 0 yrs
3/30-6/8 Fri
Color and Pattern
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4:00pm-5:00pm $95/10
3540
No class 4/6
We will begin with a dive into color mixing with paint, observing how colors behave in relation to each other. Students will work with acrylics and watercolor. They will use these mediums in a series of projects that emphasize color and pattern. Students will
8 - 1 3 yrs
Beginners Cartooning
collage with painted papers as well as creating copies of master
In this course, we will explore different cartooning styles. We will
works.
analyze and discuss some of our favorite cartoons, like Teen Titans Go, SpongeBob, and My Little Pony, as well as older favorites,
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3
such as Looney Tunes and Disney. Through the study of the figure,
Instructor : Heloise Levy DATES DAY TIME
basic anatomy, and proportion exercises, we will create a base for FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-5/24 Thu 4:00pm-5:00pm $87/8 No class 4/5
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us to build upon and explore our own unique cartooning style. We will research drawing techniques used in animation and how we can incorporate these concepts into our work to create characters with pop and charisma. Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Monico Jacobo DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/5 Tue 4:00pm-5:00pm $96/10
3529
No class 4/3
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Youth 8 - 1 3 yrs
1 2 - 1 7 yrs
Beginners Manga / Anime
Teen Drawing & Painting
In this course, we will research, discuss, and learn how to draw the
Explore a variety of subjects, developing an understanding of
different styles of popular anime, like Pokemon and Naruto. We
form, composition, line, light/shadow, perspective and color.
will practice the human figure form and work on basic anatomy
Students may work at the easel, initially focusing on basic
and proportion exercises. We will use these skills to create our
techniques, then moving on to more complex projects. Students
own figures with a unique manga style. From faces to feet, we will
are exposed to a variety of mediums including acrylics, oils,
develop our own style within the manga genre to create unique
charcoal pencil and watercolor. Continuing students receive
and vibrant characters.
individual help in their areas of interest and medium of their choice. $20 supply fee due at first class.
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Monico Jacobo DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 4:00pm-5:00pm $87/9
3528
Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/5 Tue 4:15pm-6:15pm $141/10
No class 4/2, 5/28
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No class 4/3
8 - 1 7 yrs 1 3 - 1 8 yrs
Beginning Portraiture This class is for moderate level art students who already have
Advanced Cartooning
some practice in drawing and painting. Through this class, these
In this course, we will discuss the basic framework utilized in a
students will be able to further improve their craft by adding in
variety of modern popular cartoons. We will study basic anatomy
realistic drawing and painting techniques to their wheelhouse.
and proportion techniques. We will learn more about exaggerating
We will draw inspiration from how artists, past and present,
figures and features, and focus on the world in which the
approached portraiture. Graphite pencils and acrylic and
cartoon lives. Through a series of lessons in character building,
watercolor paint will be used.
background development, and environment creation, we will be able to actualize the worlds and characters our imaginations
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
envisioned.
Instructor : Karen Kelly DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 3:30pm-5:00pm $155/10
3536
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Monico Jacobo DATES DAY TIME
No class 4/5
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/5 Tue 5:00pm-6:30pm $96/10
3544
No class 4/3
8 - 1 7 yrs
Acrylic & Oil Painting Studio For students who have had some painting experience and are interested in learning to paint with oil paint (water-based) and/or
1 3 - 1 8 yrs
Advanced Manga / Anime
further explore acrylic paint. Color mixing, light, form, texture and
In this course, we will continue to build upon concepts learned
composition will be explored. $10 Supply fee due at first class.
in Beginners Manga/Anime. We will go over the basic anatomy, proportion, and drawing techniques learned in the previous
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
course and add more focus to the clothing, props, and style of our
Instructor : Karen Kelly DATES DAY TIME
3/30-6/8 Fri
manga characters. We will continue our discussion and research FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3:30pm-5:00pm $160/10
No class 4/6
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on different manga genres to help shape and form our own personalized approach to manga. By the end of the course, we will have created concept characters, complete with a personal touch. Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Monico Jacobo DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 5:00pm-6:30pm $87/9 No class 4/2, 5/28
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Youth
Health & Fitness
1 3 - 1 7 yrs
Teen Portraits This class is for moderate level art students who already have some practice in drawing and painting. Through this class, these students will be able to further improve their craft by adding in realistic drawing and painting techniques to their wheelhouse. We will draw inspiration from how artists, past and present,
Gymnastics - Parent/Child This popular class, designed for parents and toddlers, will enhance your child’s motor development and confidence. Emphasis is
approached portraiture. Graphite pencils and acrylic and
on movement, rolling, climbing, hanging and jumping. Parent
watercolor paint will be used.
participation required.
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME
1 8 mos - 3 yrs
Instructor : Natallia Locricchio FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/5 Tue 2:45pm-4:00pm $155/10
3542
No class 4/3
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/13-4/17 Tue
9:30am-10:15am $99/6
3654
4/24-5/29 Tue
9:30am-10:15am $99/6
3655
2 - 6 yrs
Food & Cooking
NEW | Kids Warrior Fitness Inspired by the television show American Ninja Warrior, this
4 - 1 0 yrs
class gives our littlest warriors a chance to explore Exciting
We Teach Your Kids to Cook
Obstacle Course Action! We focus on positive encouragement
Cooking with Kids inspires kids to enjoy healthy food! Kids eat
climb, balance, run and tumble. We include fun agility games
what they cook. Our goal is to make your children fall in love with healthy eating. Young chefs have fun while learning a valuable life skill. Class includes how to grocery shop, understand food labels,
and challenge each student to do their best while the jump, and creative strength activities. Parent participation for ages 2-3 required. Wear comfortable clothes.
work safely in the kitchen, work in a team proper clean up and
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
more. $20 supply fee due at first class. Please notify Instructor of
Instructor : Arista Lemos
food allergies before the first class at cheflyndak@aol.com.
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
For ages 2-3 : Parent participation required
Instructor : Lynda Rexroat
3/12-4/23 Mon 3:45pm-4:10pm $122/7
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3 - 5 yrs
Gymnastics - Preschool
For ages 6-10 yrs: No class 5/28
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3933
No class 5/28
4/30-6/4 Mon 4:00pm-5:30pm $268/5
4101
For ages 4-6: 3/12-4/23 Mon 4:30pm-5:10pm $122/7
For ages 4-5 yrs: 4/30-6/4 Mon 1:30pm-3:00pm $268/5
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3934
Classes are designed to enhance your child’s strength, coordination and confidence. Emphasis is placed on beginning gymnastics skills and equipment use. Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Natallia Locricchio DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/13-4/17 Tue
10:15am-11:00am $99/6
3656
4/24-5/29 Tue
10:15am-11:00am $99/6
3657
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Youth
Languages
3 - 1 0 yrs
NEW | Yoga for Kids Creative and fun, these classes stimulate imagination, maintain flexibility and develop conscious breathing. This approach combines
3 - 6 yrs
yoga poses with animal names, songs, stories, games and relaxation
French Language, Art, and Culture
techniques.
What is more fun for a young child to learn a new language than with hands on art activities! Preschoolers learn about the French
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
culture while exploring their artistic skills. Inspired by various
Instructor : Melissa Arsedo DATES DAY TIME
3/17-6/2 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-10:15am $128/10
3813
No class 4/7, 5/26
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. $10 supply fee due at first
6 - 1 1 yrs
NEW | Zumba® Kids
class.
Kids get the chance to be active and jam out to their favorite music.
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
Zumba kids classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original
Instructor : Ghenwa Serhan
Zumba choreography. We break down the steps, add games and
DATES DAY TIME
activities along with cultural exploration elements into the class
3/20-4/17 Tue
structure. Zumba helps develop a healthy lifestyle while incorporating key childhood development elements such as confidence, self-esteem, creativity, coordination, and cultural awareness. Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Berrin Alyanak DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/7-4/18 Wed 3:45pm-4:30pm $78/6
3831
No class 4/4
4/25-5/30 Wed 3:45pm-4:30pm $78/6 18
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:00am-12:00pm $220/5
3659
Youth
Martial Arts 3 - 6 yrs
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. Location : Delta Martial Arts & Athletics Instructor : Meg Hamilton DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/19-5/21 Mon 6:00pm-6:30pm $102/9
3873
No class 4/2
3/20-4/24 Tue 3:30pm-4:00pm $58/5
3874
7 - 1 2 yrs
Karate Kids
No class 4/3
5/1-5/29 Tue 3:30pm-4:00pm $58/5
3875
3/22-4/26 Thu 5:00pm-5:30pm $58/5
3876
No class 4/5
5/3-5/31 Thu 5:00pm-5:30pm $58/5
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All of our Karate Kids are taught in a professional facility dedicated to small class sizes and methods focused on the challenges of school-aged children. Through fun drills and exercises your child 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.
6 - 1 2 yrs
NEW | Shito Ryu Karate
Location : Delta Martial Arts & Athletics Instructor : Meg Hamilton
Entry level karate class for youth between the ages of 6 to 12 years. Shito Ryu karate has diverse roots, and is a combination of
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
strong and powerful with quick movements. Students will learn
3/19-5/21 Mon 4:00pm-4:40pm $120/9
basic stances, punches, blocks, kicks and forms (kata) within a
No class 4/2
fun and safe class environment. Our philosophy is to promote the
3/20-4/24 Tue 6:30pm-7:15pm $68/5
merits of courtesy, respect for oneself and others, and discipline.
No class 4/3
Instructors are certified by the Shito Ryu International Karate-do
5/1-5/29 Tue 6:30pm-7:15pm $68/5
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Kai, Osaka, Japan. A karate gi (uniform) is required and can be purchased for $30. Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : Mari-Jo Suzuki DATES DAY TIME
3/17-4/28 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:00am-11:45am $70/6
4043
11:00am-11:45am $70/6
4044
No class 3/31
5/5-6/16
Sat
No class 5/26
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Music
1 2 - 3 0 mos
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 in a fun musical environment, which supports all areas of musical development through research-based activities. Through singing, 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. Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Cynthia Schultz DATES DAY TIME
3/27-6/5 Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-10:00am $95/10
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No class 4/3
1 - 5 yrs
Family Music Celebrate the joy of music making with your child in this fun, mixed age music class that siblings can attend together! Important 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.
3 mos - 5 yrs
Siblings 9 months and under are free.
Music Together Consistent winner of local/national awards, Music Together is the gold standard in early childhood music education. Download our free “Hello Everybody� app to hear our music and find out more.
Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Cynthia Schultz DATES DAY TIME
Fun for parents/adult caregivers and babies/toddlers/preschoolers
3/27-6/5
together working on the basic skills of singing in tune and sense of
No class 4/3
Tue
rhythm. Our family classes feature songs, instruments, movement
3/28-6/6
and group activities. Supply fee includes CDs, digital downloads
No class 4/4
Wed
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:15am-11:00am $95/10
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10:30am-11:15am $95/10
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and songbook extending the music into your home. $143 siblings over 8 months. Call (925) 943-5858 for sibling discount. $45 supply fee per family due at first class.
Petite Pianist: Parent / Child
Location : Tice Valley Gym Classroom
In this beginning piano class your child will be introduced to
Instructor : Music Together DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/7-6/16 Sat 9:00am-9:45am $215/10
3804
No class 5/26
4/7-6/16
Sat
10:00am-10:45am $215/10
3805
11:00am-11:45am $215/10
3806
No class 5/26
4/7-6/16
Sat
4/10-6/12 Tue 4:00pm-4:45pm $215/10
3807
4/10-6/12 Tue 5:00pm-5:45pm $215/10
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4/10-6/12 Tue 6:00pm-6:45pm $215/10
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basic piano skills, notation and rhythm in a supportive, hands-on learning environment. Must have a piano or keyboard at home to practice. $12.50 supply fee due at first class. Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Stephen Evans DATES DAY TIME
3/28-6/6
No class 5/26
20
3 . 5 - 5 yrs
Wed
No class 4/4
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
12:00pm-12:45pm $115/10
3448
Youth 4 - 5 yrs
5 - 1 0 yrs
Ukulele for Kids
Drumming for Fun
Learn the basics of music on a fun instrument the perfect size
This class is designed to inspire children to explore their musical
for little hands! You will learn how to hold the instrument, basic
curiosity using a variety of hand drums. It emphasizes exposure to
notes and chords, strumming patterns and rhythms. We will play
fun musical experiences and introduces basic rhythmic and beat
and sing our favorite songs while learning the basics of ukulele.
patterns.
Instruments will be discussed at first class. You will need to buy or rent your own.
Instructor : John Waller
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Jonathan Mendle DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/12-5/31 Thu 5:30pm-6:20pm $98/8
3443
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 1:30pm-2:15pm $91/9
3431
No class 4/2,5/28
5 - 1 0 yrs
Guitar for Kids Learn the basics of guitar, from holding it to playing basic chords.
4 - 6 yrs
Intro to Suzuki Violin
You will have the opportunity to play and sing along to all styles
Join us for a fun-filled class with parents. Learn violin
to learn music theory and rhythm exercise, you’ll be having fun
fundamentals, posture, finger movements, bowing directions,
rocking out in no time. Bring your own acoustic guitar to class. $5
rhythms and respectful behavior through games and songs. Begin
supply fee due at first class.
of music from nursery rhymes to popular music. Through easy
to play simple melodies in the manner of the Suzuki method. Instruments discussed at first class.
Instructor : John Waller
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Tonya Lei DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/12-5/31 Thu 4:30pm-5:20pm $81/8
3442
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-5/21 Mon 4:15pm-4:45pm $95/8
3432
No class 4/2
5 - 1 2 yrs
Let it Go! Singing for Homeschoolers This is a music appreciation class emphasizing vocal development
5 - 7 yrs
and learning vocal technique, vocal range, and breath control.
Little Voices
Students will be exposed to different composers, various genres,
Do you love to sing? Are you interested in learning more about
and styles of music. Have confidence when singing. Most
music and how to use your own instrument that you carry with
important, have fun singing as a group!
you every day? Then come join us in a fun, structured and supportive environment where we’ll learn the different elements of music including rhythm, dynamics, tempo and of course, how to sing.
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : Ivanna Taratula DATES DAY TIME
4/13-6/8
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:00am-12:00pm $121/9
3444
Instructor : Kelly Mustain DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/27-6/5 Tue 3:30pm-4:15pm $116/10
3436
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Youth 7 - 1 2 yrs
Homeschool Beginning Ukulele You will learn chords, strumming and basic music theory to help make learning the ukulele fun and enjoyable. Students must rent or buy their own ukulele. Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : Jake Nunn DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 3:00pm-4:00pm $101/10
3439
No class 4/4
7 - 1 3 yrs
Community Arts Youth Orchestra Intermediate Members of the Community Arts Youth Orchestra-Intermediate
5 - 1 4 yrs
group will sharpen orchestral playing skills while enjoying
Homeschool Acoustic Guitar
camaraderie, teamwork and ensemble experience and work
Aspirations to learn acoustic guitar? Dreams of becoming a
toward musical excellence. A suite of successively more advanced
songwriter? In acoustic beginners, we will learn the fundamentals
orchestral experiences culminates with the teen level Advanced
of guitar and improve your finger dexterity while exploring
Orchestra that will perform challenging music and accompany
strumming patterns and learning some classic acoustic songs. We
renowned guest artists. Request full information by calling (925)
will study how the guitar works and learn its use in an ensemble.
943-5846. No pre-auditions.
Playing and singing is welcome! All you’ll need is your guitar and a pick to get started. $10 supply fee due at first class.
Instructor : Rem Djemilev
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
DATES
Instructor : Jake Nunn DATES DAY TIME
9/12-5/22 Tue 5:00pm-6:15pm $42 3438
No class 4/4
7 - 1 5 yrs
An introduction to the violin in a supportive group. Learn how to hold the violin, read notes, and play simple melodies in a friendly,
Introduction to Piano for Children
fun setting. Enrollment limited. Rental of instruments to be
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. $8.50 supply fee due at first class.
discussed at first class. Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : Rem Djemilev DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
3/30-6/8 Fri
Instructor : Stephen Evans
No class 4/6 FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 3:00pm-3:50pm $113/10
3441
No class 4/5 Instructor : Cynthia Schultz FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 4:30pm-5:20pm $113/10 No class 4/4
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Violin Ensemble (Beg)
6 - 9 yrs
DATES DAY TIME
DAY TIME monthly FEE CR#
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 2:00pm-3:00pm $101/10
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Auditorium
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3440
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3:30pm-4:15pm $124/10
3445
Youth 8 - 1 1 yrs
1 2 yrs & u p
Youth Chorus
Community Chorus
In this class students will meet others who love to sing, learn how
In this class students will meet others who love to sing, learn how
to sing in a group setting, and even have a chance to perform! No
to sing in a group setting, and even have a chance to perform! No
experience necessary and all levels are welcome!
experience necessary and all levels are welcome!
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom
Instructor : Rhonda Crane
Instructor : Rhonda Crane
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 6:00pm-7:00pm $105/9
3433
No class 4/2, 5/28
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/9-6/4 Mon 7:15pm-8:15pm $94/8
3434
No class 4/2, 5/28
9 - 1 3 yrs
1 2 yrs & u p
Guitar for Tweens (Beg)
Flock of Flutes
Learn some of the basics and discover how fun and easy the guitar
Join the flock and soar with the East Bay’s only flute choir.
can be! Proper technique, tone production, tuning, note reading
Enhance your performing opportunities and become a better
and single line melodic playing. Move on to ensemble playing and
flutist. Prerequisite: three years playing experience, good rhythm,
basic solo repertoire. No experience in music or guitar necessary.
tone and sight reading skills. Mid-year enrollment is possible.
Note: Nylon string classical guitar in appropriate size is required.
Please call (415) 220-6617 for audition to be scheduled by appointment only.
Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : Jonathan Mendle
Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Instructor : Monica Williams
3/27-6/5
$101/10
DATES
Tue 6:00pm-7:00pm
3437
DAY TIME monthly FEE CR#
9/19-5/29 Tue 7:30pm-9:00pm $43
No class 4/3
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No class 4/3
1 1 - 1 8 yrs 1 4 yrs & u p
Community Arts Youth Orchestra Advanced
Guitar in a Flash
Members of the Community Arts Youth Orchestra-Intermediate
Learn to play a perennial instrument, including effective playing
group will sharpen orchestral playing skills while enjoying
postures, finger style and pick style techniques, reading tablature
camaraderie, teamwork and ensemble experience and work
and standard music notation, while playing beautiful melodies.
toward musical excellence. A suite of successively more advanced
Acoustic nylon or steel string guitars preferred but electric guitars
orchestral experiences culminates with the teen level Advanced
are acceptable if accompanied with a small practice amplifier.
Orchestra that will perform challenging music and accompany
Open to teens and adults. No experience necessary.
renowned guest artists. Request full information by calling (925) 943-5846. No pre-auditions.
Instructor : Jonathan Mendle
Location : Center for Community Arts Auditorium
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Rem Djemilev DATES
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4 Mon 7:00pm-8:00pm $110/9
DAY TIME monthly FEE CR#
9/12-5/22 Tue 6:30pm-8:30pm $57
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
3466
No class 5/28
37286
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Youth
Personal Enrichment
young players with little or no experience, the course offers video
5 - 1 2 yrs
Kids’ Carpentry
lessons, easy-to-follow instructions, individual recommendations,
Lifetime carpentry skills such as problem solving, measuring and
technology (projectors, iPad, teaching software) makes the
applied mathematics are taught in a fun, supportive atmosphere.
learning process easy, fast, and fun! All equipment provided.
The safe use of woodworking hand tools is emphasized while boys
Participants receive certificates and trophies at the last class.
and preparation for chess tournaments. The use of the modern
and girls, kindergarten - 7th grade, work together on boats, bird feeders, doll furniture, games, and clocks after completing their
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
sanding block and super top projects. Program may be taken year-
Instructor : Jeff Pernik
round with different projects offered each session. Our motto is
DATES DAY TIME
building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe
3/13-5/15 Tue 6:00pm-7:00pm $173/10
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
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and happy environment. $40 supply fee due at first class. Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
1 0 - 1 5 yrs
Instructor : Director Michael Glass DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/12-5/17 Thu 3:00pm-4:00pm $121/6
3921
4/12-5/17 Thu 4:00pm-5:00pm $121/6
3922
4/12-5/17 Thu 5:00pm-6:00pm $121/6
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Babysitting for Beginners Learn the skills needed to be a trusted and responsible babysitter. Learn all about child development, bedtime strategies, discipline, how to get jobs, and ways to make babysitting fun for you and the kids. Basic first aid, general safety, and what to do in an emergency will also be covered. Students should dress to play and
6 - 1 0 yrs
Chess Academy for Kids Learn chess with Pacific Chess Academy! This program is a
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bring a lunch. Students will receive a certificate of completion. Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room Instructor : Suzy McCreary
great opportunity for kids to learn how to overcome obstacles,
DATES DAY TIME
think strategically, and stay focused. Specifically designed for
5/12
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Sat 9:00am-2:00pm $51/1
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Youth
Sports
3 . 5 - 5 yrs
Skyhawks Preschool Sports This multi-sport tot program was created to give young athletes
1 8 mos - 3 yrs
the skills, confidence, and passion necessary to take the next step
Wee Hoop - Dribblers
in athletics. Through a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and developmental games, participants learn the fundamentals of
This parent-interactive class develops gross motor skills and
baseball, basketball, and track and field. All participants receive a
coordination pertinent to the game of basketball. Children experience the joy of mastering a skill through repetition. Activities
Skyhawks t-shirt and medal.
include catching bubbles and organized games that help develop
Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #3
listening skills. Parent participation required. Participants will need
Instructor : Skyhawks
to purchase a Wee Hoop basketball on the first day of class for $7.
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Tice Valley Gym Court 1
3/23-6/1
Instructor : Wee Hoop
No class 4/6
DATES DAY TIME
Fri
11:45am-12:30pm $243/10
3785
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/20-4/17 Tue
10:05am-10:40am $78/5
3661
Location : Tice Soccer Field
5/1-5/29
10:05am-10:40am $78/5
3662
DATES DAY TIME
Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/22-5/31 Thu
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:15am-12:00pm $243/10
3780
No class 4/5
4 - 5 yrs
Wee Hoop - Hot Shots 3 - 4 yrs
Wee Hoop is designed to provide children with a positive basketball experience while promoting an active lifestyle. This class places an emphasis on developing basketball skills and 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 $7.
and track & field; allowing young athletes to discover a passion for a variety of sports in one fun-filled setting. Participants explore balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and games. Our
Instructor : Wee Hoop FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/20-4/17 Tue
10:45am-11:30am $78/5
3663
5/1-5/29
10:45am-11:30am $78/5
3664
Tue
This multi-sport tot program combines soccer, baseball, basketball,
sportsmanship and sport specific skill development through
Location : Tice Valley Gym Court 1
DATES DAY TIME
Skyhawks Tot Sports
progressive curriculum, modified equipment, and highly trained staff provide a safe environment where kids can develop at their own pace. All participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and awards medal. Location : Tice Soccer Field
2 - 3 yrs
Instructor : Skyhawks
Skyhawks Parent & Me Sports
DATES DAY TIME
This multi-sport tot program was designed to give kids a positive
3/22-5/31 Thu
first step into athletics. Using modified equipment, participants
No class 4/5
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:15am-11:00am $243/10
3779
discover the basics of soccer, baseball, basketball, and track and field. Skyhawks patient and knowledgeable staff provide a safe and positive environment where kids can develop at their own
Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #3
pace. All participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and medal. Parent
DATES DAY TIME
participation required.
3/23-6/1
Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:45am-11:30am $243/10
3784
No class 4/6
Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #3 Instructor : Skyhawks DATES DAY TIME
3/23-6/1
Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:15am-10:40am $243/10
3783
No class 4/6
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Youth KIDZ LOVE SOCCER Learn the world’s most popular sport from professional coaches using the Kidz Love Soccer method which includes age-appropriate skill demonstrations, fun games, and instructional scrimmages conducted in a non-competitive, recreational format. Participants receive a KLS jersey. Shin guards are required by the second class meeting.
2 - 3 . 5 yrs
3 . 5 - 4 yrs
Parent & Me Soccer
Tot Soccer
Introduce your toddler to the world’s most popular sport! As you
Enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! Encourages large
participate together in our fun age-appropriate activities, your child
motor skill development through fun soccer games and introduces
will be developing their large motor skills and socialization skills.
small children to the group setting. All participants receive a
The fun happens on the field, and in this class parents are a part of
soccer jersey. Shin guards are required after the first meeting.
the action! Each child receives a Kidz Love Soccer jersey.
Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #2
Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #2
Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer
Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
4/9-6/4
Mon
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:15am-10:45am $116/8
3592
No class 5/28
4/12-5/31 Thu 9:30am-10:00am $116/8
3598
No class 5/28
4/12-5/31 Thu 6:15pm-6:45pm $116/8
3604
4/12-5/31 Thu
No class 5/28
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/9-6/4 Mon 9:00am-9:30am $116/8 4/9-6/4 Mon 5:15pm-5:45pm $116/8 10:10am-10:40am $116/8
4/12-5/31 Thu 5:00pm-5:30pm $116/8 Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl DATES DAY TIME
4/14-6/9
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:45am-12:15pm $116/8
No class 5/26
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Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/14-6/9 Sat 9:00am-9:30am $116/8 No class 5/26
3605
Youth 4 - 5 yrs
Pre Soccer Learn the basic techniques of the game while building selfesteem and learning to follow instructions in a nurturing teaching environment. Each participant receives a Kidz Love Soccer jersey. Shin guards are required after the first meeting. Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #2 Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer DATES DAY TIME
4/9-6/4
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Mon 9:30am-10:05am $116/8
3591
No class 5/28
4/9-6/4 Mon 5:45pm-6:20pm $116/8
3596
No class 5/28
4/12-5/31 Thu
10:40am-11:15am $116/8
4/12-5/31 Thu 5:30pm-6:05pm $116/8
3600 3603
Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl DATES DAY TIME
4/14-6/9 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-10:05am $116/8
3606
No class 5/26
7 - 1 0 yrs
Soccer 2: Skillz and Scrimmages 5 - 6 yrs
Have a great time while developing core soccer skills like dribbling,
Soccer 1: Techniques and Teamwork
passing and shooting in a team play format. Each class will include
Learn dribbling, passing, defense and shooting goals. 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
individual skill building and scrimmages to develop teamwork and positional play. All levels welcome. All participants receive a soccer jersey. Shin guards are required after the first meeting.
introduced gradually. Perfect for first time players and fun and
Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #2
engaging for kids with some experience. All participants receive a
Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer
soccer jersey. Shin guards are required after the first meeting.
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Location : Heather Farm Sports Field North #2
4/9-6/4 Mon 4:30pm-5:15pm $116/8
Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer
No class 5/28
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/9-6/4 Mon 3:45pm-4:30pm $116/8
3593
No class 5/28
4/9-6/4 Mon 6:20pm-7:05pm $116/8
3597
No class 5/28
4/12-5/31 Thu 4:15pm-5:00pm $116/8
3601
4/14-6/9
Sat
No class 5/26
Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl DATES DAY TIME
4/14-6/9
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:50am-11:35am $116/8
3650
No class 5/26
KLS WEATHER WATCH: In case of rainouts, please call the KLS
Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl DATES DAY TIME
3594
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:05am-10:50am $116/8
3648
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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Youth 1 2 - 2 4 mos
3 - 5 yrs
Super Soccer Stars: Kick & Play
Super Soccer Stars: Ages 3-5
Kick & Play is a parent-child pre-soccer and movement program specifically designed for toddlers between 12 and 24 months. Our experienced instructors along with our puppet friends, Mimi & Pepe, take you and your little one through a world of exciting physical activity. Individual attention, positive reinforcement, and engaging original music help to develop pre-soccer skills that will have your toddler learning to balance, run, kick and play — all while having a blast! Parent participation required.
includes dynamic activities, which involve dribbling technique, and moves to promote confidence with the ball. The primary focus for this age group is body movement with the ball and your child will be introduced to juggling and other skill building activities. The
Instructor : Super Soccer Stars FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/8-6/10 Sun 9:50am-10:30am $183/10
3818
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
4/5-6/7
dribbling, shooting and the introduction of passing. Every class
Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl
Instructor : Super Soccer Stars
DATES DAY TIME
comfortable with the ball by developing soccer skills such as
concepts of teammates and teamwork are also introduced.
Location : Parks Arbolado Park Lower Bowl
DATES DAY TIME
The focal point at this age group is for your child to become
4/8-6/10
Sun
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:40am-11:25am $183/10
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5 - 7 yrs
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Thu 9:30am-10:10am $183/10
DATES DAY TIME
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Super Soccer Stars: Ages 5-7 The focal point at this age group is to improve your child’s elementary capacity through fun games, technical skill
2 - 3 yrs
development and group activities like small-sided games to
Super Soccer Stars: Ages 2-3
goals. Every Kindergarten-1st Grade Super Soccer Stars class emphasizes spatial awareness and teammates, encouraging
Every 2-3 year old Super Soccer Stars class includes an introduction to physical activities, rich language exposure, and movements such as running, hopping, jumping and changing directions. The focal point at this age group is to improve your
teamwork. Repetitious ball skill activities are used to promote muscle memory and build confidence. Bring water, wear closed toed shoes.
child’s natural development through our fun, physical learning
Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl
experience allowing your child to improve their natural ability.
Instructor : Super Soccer Stars DATES DAY TIME
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
4/8-6/10
Instructor : Super Soccer Stars DATES DAY TIME
4/5-6/7
Thu
11:30am-12:30pm $183/10
3820
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:20am-11:00am $183/10
3816
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/8-6/10 Sun 9:00am-9:40am $183/10
8 - 1 0 yrs
Super Soccer Stars: Ages 8-10
Location : Parks Arbolado Park Lower Bowl DATES DAY TIME
Sun
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3817
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
SUPER SOCCER WEATHER WATCH: In case of rain, check the SSS
are used to promote muscle memory and build confidence. Basic
twitter page at https://twitter.com/SuperSoccerSF 1/2 hour prior
tactical activities are also introduced at this age.
to your class time. 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 offered if make-ups are offered. If we are unable to schedule a make-up, refunds will be issued.
Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl Instructor : Super Soccer Stars DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/8-6/10 Sun 12:35pm-1:35pm $183/10
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Youth
STEM
Writing & Literature
2 - 4 yrs
NEW | Tiny Tot Science Introduce your little ones to the exciting world of science. Each
2 1 mos - 3 yrs
week we will explore a new topic, and will include a story, songs,
Little Lits I
and hands-on science experiments specifically tailored for this
In this story-time based toddler class, children will be introduced
young and curious age group. This supportive environment will
to preschool themes through music and books. Wonderful read-
allow children to develop fine motor skills and grow a love for
alouds, rhymes, storyboards, and movement and finger play,
science. Parent-participation required. $15 supply fee due at first
will prepare children for a life-long love of reading and learning.
class.
This gentle and interactive class will also include a simple craft or
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Maria Kapadia DATES DAY TIME
3/9-4/20
Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-11:00am $108/6
3812
activity and some stay-and-read time. You will take home songs to sing, book titles to read, and craft ideas. Parent or caregiver must stay in class. No unregistered siblings Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Meera Sriram
No class 4/6
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/15-4/26 Thu 9:45am-10:30am $99/6
6 - 1 2 yrs
3868
No class 4/5
NEW | ALOHA Mind Math Class Kids find learning math on the abacus fun! Your child will learn to do math on the abacus and practice mental math techniques.
3 - 4 . 5 yrs
Watch your child be inspired to develop confidence and agility
Little Lits II
in math. This hands-on, engaging class will broaden your child’s
Enriching early literacy class for pre-kinders. The story-time based
understanding of math as they realize they can be math rock stars.
sessions will cover themes related to the environment and our
Abacus and workbook included.
world, like seasons, animals, trees, and our earth. We will have fun, interactive picture book readings, songs and movement,
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
crafts, and several literacy activities, all emphasizing on vital
Instructor : Hali Hausmann DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/21-5/16 Wed 3:30pm-4:30pm $225/8
3870
No class 4/4
language and reading skills. Class will encourage a love for books and a curiosity to learn, while opening up our world for young children. Parent or caregiver must stay in class. No unregistered siblings. Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
7 - 1 3 yrs
Instructor : Meera Sriram
NEW | Create a Skateboard!
DATES DAY TIME
Create a Skateboard is a STEAM-based curriculum which utilizes
3/15-4/26 Thu
skateboarding to teach kids how to make connections between
No class 4/5
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:45am-11:45am $125/6
3869
the subjects they are studying in school and how it applies to something that is relevant to them. Following a structured curriculum, students learn how skateboard creation applies to mathematics, science, language skills, design, and engineering opportunities. All this wrapped up into an immersive creative arts experience with a DIY twist. Students create and build their very own unique skateboard. $67 supply fee due at workshop.
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Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
Become a part of the Walnut Creek Arts+Rec family, and keep up
Instructor : Jordan Richter DATES DAY TIME
4/28
with all the latest news, activities and fun on Facebook! FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sat 9:00am-3:00pm $152/1
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Youth camps
Youth Camps
Camp Community Arts - Half Day Location : Center for Community Arts Instructor : Staff
Camp Community Arts - Spring
DATES DAY TIME
Camp Community Arts offers a range of arts experiences
4/2-4/6
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $311/5
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throughout the day including drawing/illustration, theater, dance, and more! Camp is open to students 3 -10 years, providing half-day and full-day options for the week for our 5-7 and 8-10 year old age groups. Morning care and after care are available for an additional fee each day for campers 5-10 years old.
5 - 1 0 yrs
Camp Community Arts - Morning Care Location : Center for Community Arts
Campers ages 3-4 years are invited to join us for the half-day only.
Instructor : Staff
LOCATION : Shadelands Art Center: 111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Creek.
4/2-4/6
$44/5
Camp prices increase after March 3, 2018 ($182/half day and $336/ full day). Scholarships available. For more information visit www.CommunityArts.org.
Mon-Fri 8:00am-9:00am
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Camp Community Arts - After Care Location : Center for Community Arts Instructor : Staff
3 - 4 yrs
Camp Community Arts - Half Day Location : Center for Community Arts
4/2-4/6
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-4/6
$55/5
Mon-Fri 4:00pm-6:00pm
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6 - 1 1 yrs
Instructor : Staff DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $157/5
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Skyhawks Basketball Camp Program designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball through play. Participants are broken into teams to compete in a series of skill-based drills and games that focus developing their skills,
5 - 7 yrs
confidence, and passion for the game. Development objectives
Camp Community Arts - Full Day
include dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, strategy, agility, selfesteem, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Skyhawks coaches provide
Location : Center for Community Arts
a positive environment where players of all ages and abilities can
Instructor : Staff DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-4/6
$311/5
Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:00pm
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4/2-4/6 FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $157/5
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8 yrs - 1 0 yrs
Camp Community Arts - Full Day Location : Center for Community Arts Instructor : Staff
30
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
For ages 6-8:
Instructor : Staff
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-4/6
$311/5
Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:00pm
Location : Foothill Community Gym Courts 1 & 2
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts
4/2-4/6
Participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and award medal.
Instructor : Skyhawks
Camp Community Arts - Half Day
DATES DAY TIME
participate in friendly fun competition with lots of encouragement!
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Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $273/5
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Foe ages 9-11: 4/2-4/6
Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $273/5
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calendar CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ARTS EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS & PERFORMANCES February 5 – April 5
Wendy Soneson’s Students Watercolors Shadelands Art Center
April 9 – May 25
Youth Art Show 2018 Shadelands Art Center
May 4 – 6
Clay Arts Guild Spring Sale Friday from 5:00 to 9:00pm, Saturday from 10:00am to 6:00pm, Sunday from 10:00am to 4:00pm, Civic Park Studios
May 5
6 - 1 2 yrs
Community Arts Preschool Family Yoga,
NEW | Cooking Round the World: An International Adventure
10:30am to 1:00pm, Shadelands Art Center
Cooking Round the World is the intersection where culinary arts
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meet cultural education. Campers cook, taste, smell, and savor
Family Art Day
foods from a different country EVERYDAY, and we cook and
10:00am to 2:00pm, Shadelands Art Center
eat up to six dishes from that country! Camp activities include language development, playing an international children’s game, a daily cooking demonstration, beautiful slide shows, international folktales, trivia games, an afternoon run around, and a rousing competition based on the TV show “Chopped”; kids are the chefs and the staff guide the process! $30 supply fee due at first class.
Spring Orchestra Concert 7:00 - 9:00pm, Shadelands Art Center, Auditorium May 24
Location : Civic Park Community Center Kitchen
Spring Jazz & Flock of Flutes Concert
Instructor : Katherine Pinello DATES DAY TIME
May 22
7:30 - 9:00pm, Shadelands Art Center, Auditorium FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-4/5 Mon-Thu 9:00am-12:00pm $278/4
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May 25 – July 27
Fumiyo Yoshikawa’s Student Sumi Ink Art Show Shadelands Art Center
6 - 1 2 yrs
NEW | Fun with Robotic Programming May 29
Have fun learning how to program a robotic ball! Write code to make it spin, change colors, and find its way out of a maze. Students learn the fundamentals of computer programming and
Spring Performance Jam 6:30 - 7:30pm, Shadelands Art Center, Dance Studio
see how the commands that they issue directly control the robotic ball. Students gain an appreciation for how software and hardware
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work together. They learn how to break down and analyze
Spring Ballet Concert
problems as they debug their code. All equipment will be provided
7:00 - 8:30pm, Del Valle Theater
for use during class. Location : Tice Valley Gym Classroom
June 1
Instructor : Fun with Academics
Spring Ballet Concert
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-4/6 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $298/5
7:00 - 8:30pm, Shadelands Art Center, Auditorium
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Community Arts Foundation
President’s Message What a year! It has been heartening to see the community support of our work and efforts to bring “Arts for All.” Many community members have joined our Donor Circles, helping us raise more than $25,000 to date. Additionally, many community members were at the “Heart of art” by making year-end donations raising another $16,000 for scholarships for those members of our community who would not be able to participate in arts education without support from donors like you. These year-end donations brought us that much closer to reaching our $25,000 goal to match the challenge grant we received from the Quest Foundation. One of the highlights of year-end giving was a note received with a donation. The note read “You are essential to the Community.” The note brought tears to my eyes, as I do believe our work is important. The same can be said for every one of our donors, whether it’s a member of our Donor Circle or someone who only gives $10. Each of our donors is essential to the community. On behalf of the Board of Directors and those who benefit from the scholarships and classes at the Center for Community Arts, I thank you for your support. Together we are providing “Arts for All.” Please remember that any donation, large or small, helps bring art opportunities to all members of our community. Thank you for your interest and support. Glynnis E. Cowdery President
PLEASE HELP US REACH OUR GOAL! We need to raise an additional $9000 in matching funds to secure the generous grant of $25,000 from the Quest Foundation to provide scholarships for Community Arts students. Please visit our website at www.CommArtsFoundation.org and click on the link to donate. Every donation, large or small, will make a difference!
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2017 - 2018 DONOR CIRCLE MEMBERS* Founders Circle ($5000 or more) Quest Foundation Glynnis and John Cowdery Michael and Denise Weiner Patrons Circle ($3000 to $5000) Designer Circle ($2000 to $3000) Michael Bodson Creative Circle ($1000 to $2000) Laura and Raymond Depole Mary Leigh Miller Doug Rowe Nancy Scott Sharon Simpson Cindy and Tom Silva Linda and David VanderJagt Walnut Creek Civic Pride Foundation Artist Circle ($500 to $1000) Karyn and Mike Kessler Carol and Ken Fowler Natalie Inouye Ernie and Carole Leopold Ben and Constance Nie Stephen Raymond Maker Circle ($250 to $500) Fritz Brunner Rich and Sue Carlston Phyllis and Harvey Ceaser Jane and Roger Emanuel Loella and Ralph Haskew Brian Hirahara Gary and Jean Pokorny Olga Jane Rotermund Greg and Lorraine Souder Robert and Karen Stankus * This list is current as of 1/10/18. For an updated list or more information about Donor Circles, visit our website at www. CommArtsFoundation.org
Community Arts Foundation
Special thanks Special thanks to all the generous community members who helped support our end-of-year fundraising campaign “Be at the heart of art�. With your help, the Community Arts Foundation raised over $16,000 to help support scholarships for students of all ages! Thank you Robert Anthony Design, AlphaGraphics, Henry Cowdery Design and the City of Walnut Creek for your generous in-kind donations, saving the Foundation thousands of dollars to provide more funds for scholarships.
Donors contributing under $250 in 2017* Sameer Advani Paul Alexandrov Donna Agranbright Hallie Bahr & Mark Galicia Mima Baird Gretchen Bartzen Ken & Sonia Binning Joe Bologna Cindy & Bob Brittain Deborah Buchta John & Valarie Burgess Milanie Calleja The Charsova Family Ruth M. Collins Contra Costa Music Teachers Assoc. Julie Cooper Sal Crispi Doris Dino & Diego Rivera Lisa Corrigan Elting & Eric Elting Susan & Allen Fischer Anya & Emma Francisco Christopher & Lauren Gavin Peter & Laurie Goodwin Karen Harrell Lourdes C. Hoagland Georgi & Gergana Ivanova The Jian Family Linda Johnson Barnabas & Veronika Kerekes
Liubov Kochkarova Kelly & Daniel Kunzman Julie Langley Stephen Liwanag The Lopez Family Rey Lotho Alicia Louie Chuck & Pam Luther Rita MacKay Marilyn Mansfield Marinella Mendoza Paulo & Andrea Mercado Ann Merideth Paola Meta Jon & Iskra Miller George & Nancy Murillo Robert & Elizabeth Murillo John & Kara Navolio Kathryn Nelson Mike & Ann Orso MaryBeth Porfido Ross Genevieve Que The Qin Family Arline Reimann Pat Rezak Mark & Cindi Richards Maria Rodas
Jane Rotermund Michele & Kevin Safine Annamarie Saggio Fernando Salomon Eva Santelli Michael Sela Ed & Lory Sevillena Barbara Shull Nan Siegel Robert Simmons & Judy Whelan Jennie & Jeff Smiith Gunvor Sommerhaug Nancy Spiecker Mr. & Mrs. Spina Jose Torrella Mariciel Torrella Pablo & Irene Torrella Pauline Torrella Joey & Lynn Trio V. Sattui Winery Michael Yormark Rosemary Weltz Ken White Paul & Jennifer Wickboldt Jill and Kevin Wilk John Zheng
We have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of this list. If you discover an error please contact us at CAFoundation@walnut-creek.org
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ADULT
Ceramics & Sculpture
NEED PHOTO(S)!
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Instructor : Takemi Tsuruta
Ceramics
DATES DAY TIME
Learn to wheel throw or hand build basic ceramic forms.
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 7:00pm-10:00pm $207/10
Decorating, glazing, and firing techniques will be covered. Emphasis will be on developing a personal sense of form using
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sound fundamental skills. Note: It is highly recommended that all beginning students attend first class.
Instructor : Kristin Landowski
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E
DATES DAY TIME
3/29-6/7 Thu
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
7:00pm-10:00pm $207/10
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Ceramics (Beg/Int) Ceramics (Beg-Adv)
Instructor : Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 9:00am-12:00pm $186/9
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
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No class 4/30, 5/28
7:00pm-10:00pm $207/10
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:00am-12:00pm $207/10
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No class 5/5, 5/19 FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 9:00am-12:00pm $207/10
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Ceramics (Int/Adv) Instructor : Bruno Kark
No class 5/2
DATES DAY TIME Instructor : Kathleen Jensen
3/27-6/5 Tue FEE/SESSIONS CR#
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Instructor : James Newton
3/24-6/9 Sat
Instructor : Christopher Fortin
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
No class 5/4
3/26-6/4 Mon 7:00pm-10:00pm $186/9
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
3/30-6/8 Fri
Instructor : Lesley Jensen DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Takemi Tsuruta
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7:00pm-10:00pm $207/10
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Garden Vessels and Expressive Totems (Int/Adv) Create a fantastical garden of voluptuous vessels and totems that express your unique personality. Totems will include large tactile beads, sculptural elements and may include journalistic pieces as well. Planters, birdbaths, mushroom sculptures, fountains and more will be offered in the Garden Vessel portion of the class. Instructor’s bulbous textured slab techniques will be demonstrated in the Garden Vessel portion of the class. Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 9:00am-12:00pm $207/10
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Handmade Art Tiles and Wall Reliefs (Int/Adv)
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Explore a variety of methods for making art tiles and wall reliefs.
Oddities Made in Clay
Emphasis on decorative techniques with underglazes, slips and
Join us in this class and explore creating “odd” shaped items in our
glazes to enhance your work. Mold-making techniques and use of
everyday lives such as candlesticks, oil burners, egg separators, and
extruded forms will be included. Surface decoration with carving,
other organic shaped decorative and practical pieces. This class will
stamp images, and relief designs.
explore simple and complex construction using clay.
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E
Instructor : Ed Blackburn
Instructor : Ann Henderson
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/25-6/3 Sun 10:00am-1:00pm $186/9
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DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 1:00pm-4:00pm $207/10
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Intro to Sculpture
Pottery Making for Raku (Beg-Adv)
Learn the process of working with clay and constructing sculpted
Raku is a low-firing process. Preheated ware is put into a hot kiln with
ceramic objects from functional to figurative. Investigate broad
tongs, then withdrawn and usually heavily smoked. Students will focus
artistic concepts like abstraction, representation, form and/or
on hand-built and wheel-thrown forms and techniques that work well
narrative through building demonstrations, image presentations
with the raku firing process; glaze demos on proper application, use of
and our own explorations in the studio. Techniques include pinch,
resists and terra sigillata will be covered. Note: Students participate in
slab, coil, and solid hand-building methods. Surface texture and
firing process and must be physically able to pull their own work from
treatments both ceramic and nontraditional also addressed. No
kiln. It is advisable that students provide their own gloves and tongs.
wheel work will be taught.
No registration permitted after second class. Prerequisite: One quarter of ceramics. No clay beginners. Clay must be purchased in class; tools
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E
may also be purchased in class.
Instructor : Christopher Fortin DATES DAY TIME
3/27-6/5 Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:00am-12:00pm $207/10
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Instructor : James Newton DATES DAY TIME
No class 5/1
3/27-6/5 Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $207/10
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E
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3/30-6/8 Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:00am-12:00pm $267/10
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Chris Stanley Master Potter Series: “Making Pots Personal” What are you trying to say with your pots? This workshop will focus on both the how and why of making pots. Chris will demonstrate a myriad of throwing and hand-building techniques in hopes to create an atmosphere that fosters dialogue that will lead us to a deeper understanding of our work. Chris Stanley is a Distinguished Professor of Art at Penn State University and President of the National Council of Education for the Ceramic Arts. He has traveled as a visiting artist from Bezalel Academy in Israel to Haystack Mountain School of Crafts in Maine, where he served on the Board of Trustees. He has received two National Endowment of the Arts Grants and his work is in many collections, including the Smithsonian Institution’s Renwick Gallery of the National Museum of Arts, Victoria & Albert Museum in London, as well as friends’ cupboards. With open heart and a seeker’s spirit all are welcome in this shared search for meaning. Co sponsored by WC Clay Arts Guild (providing lunch) and Clay People. Chris Stanley, Master Potter
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : Chris Stanley
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Sodium Vapor (Int/Adv) Students will make work fitted for sodium-based kiln firings. There will be an emphasis on wheel-thrown and hand-built vases, lidded
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
5/19-5/19
$47 $98/1
Sat
10:00am-4:00pm
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vessels, cups, and pitchers.
Open Studio Ceramics
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E
Open Studio provides up to 30 hours per week of supervised
Instructor : Nadia Tarzi-Saccardi
studio time for currently enrolled ceramics and sculpture
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/26-6/4 Mon 1:00pm-4:00pm $230/9
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students (workshops not eligible) to enhance and share skills and knowledge learned from current, quarterly ceramics and sculpture classes. 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 the 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. Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/24-6/9
$95 $155/56
Fri, Sat 12:00pm-7:00pm
No class 4/1, 4/30-5/6, 5/19, 5/28
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Culinary Arts A d u lt
Asian Vegetarian Cooking Series Using his cookbook, Asian Fusion, Vegetarian, Chat invites you to join his quest for healthy eating. Modify Asian dishes into vegetarian friendly meals and maintain the soul that makes Asian cuisine so uniquely popular. Make dishes from various Asian cuisines, such as China, India, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam, and make them healthier by using only vegetables and their byproducts. Learn to use different seasonings and herbs from Asia. $55 supply fee due at first class. Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Instructor : Chat Mingkwan DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
5/8-5/29 Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $163/4
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Healthy Stir-Fries Wok and stir-fry cooking techniques were invented in China, but all
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Asian cultures have adapted and modified the classic techniques
Basic Thai Cooking Series
to make them their own. Learn the various methods and simple techniques of stir-frying, quick and easy food preparation using
Recently returned from Thailand with new trends and his cookbook Easy Thai, Chat invites you to get into Thai with this three-week intensive Thai cooking series. Learn Thai culinary philosophy and recognize Thai tastes and flavors by hands-on preparation of a 5-dish Thai meal each night. We’ll use herbs and spices such as galangal and kaffir lime that are unique to Thai
fresh ingredients, and taking little time to cook. Make delicious healthy dishes from Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Menu includes Beef and Broccoli, Eggplant and Thai Basil, Chow Mein, Peppered Shrimp, and more. $15 supply fee due at class.
cuisine and transform fresh ingredients into delicious dishes. $40
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen
supply fee due at first class.
Instructor : Chat Mingkwan
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Chat Mingkwan
5/16-5/16 Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/14-3/28 Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $138/3
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Home Cheese Making A d u lt
Learn the great mysteries of making awesome chevre and
Dim Sum Workshop
fantastic feta, as well as the mysterious Crottin! In addition to
Dim Sum means “a little bit of heart”, and these little savories and sweets gladden the heart and palate. Dim Sum can be served as an elegant and fun light appetizer, light lunch, snack or as a special treat. We will learn to use a variety of ingredients and seasonings to create popular items and learn techniques of filling and wrapping delicious popular Asian snacks such as pork and
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. $10 supply fee.
shrimp dumplings, BBQ pork buns, Chinese broccoli, and sesame
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
seed balls. $15 supply fee due at first class.
Instructor : Jeannie Mckenzie
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Chat Mingkwan
4/14-4/14 Sat
DATES DAY TIME
5/1
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:00am-2:00pm $88/1
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1
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Sushi Workshop Let’s make our sushi fresh, light, and clean with a variety of seasonal and local offerings. Learn to prepare fresh ingredients for various toppings and learn simple techniques in making your perfect sushi. With a hands-on approach, we will make Nigiri (finger rolls) and Maki Nori (seaweed rolls) with the freshest fish and vegetables for your dinner. Bring your pointed-tip chef knife, bamboo mat, large cutting board, cloth hand towel, beverage, and a to-go box. $15 supply fee due at class. Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Instructor : Chat Mingkwan DATES DAY TIME
4/10
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1
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NEW | Exuberant Flavors of Spain This is a hands-on demonstration with historical overview. The appetizer is from Basque country, tapas made with goat cheese,
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paprika, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes on crostini. Your entree will
Indonesian Cooking
be Gambas al Ajillo, shrimp simmered in garlicky olive oil and
The cooking of the Spice Islands fills with aromatic flavors and
sherry accompanied with Fabada Asturian, a Spanish bean stew
fresh tropical fruits, herbs and vegetables. Join us in cooking
with chorizo, pork and ham. Dessert is Crema Catalina, a Spanish
popular Indonesian meals for our dinner. Learn to use Indonesian
version of Creme Brulee. $17 supply fee due at class.
herbs and spices and preparing delicious dishes with unusual techniques, such as assorted satay, gado gado, peanut sauce, dried beef curry, grilled fish, and fresh tropical fruit salad. Bring your sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, hand towel, apron, and
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Instructor : Nora Frazier DATES DAY TIME
5/17
beverage. $15 supply fee due at class.
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Thu 6:30pm-9:30pm $55/1
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Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen
2 1 yrs & u p
Instructor : Chat Mingkwan DATES DAY TIME
4/24
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1
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Wine Analysis: A Journey through a Glass of Wine Class identifies three types of wine tasters explaining how you can determine what category of taster you are. Learn to identify
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and describe seven major components of wine by tasting five
Living the Menu Loco “Puerto Rican Cuisine”
specific wines that exemplify each component. Learn the link between aroma and flavor. Be exposed to wine aroma’s having an
This is a hands-on demonstration with historical overview.
opportunity to test your olfactory skills. Learn technique for tasting
The appetizer for this class is a Traditional Chicharron de Pollo
a glass of wine, serving wine at proper temperatures, proper
(marinated chicken fritters) tasty and easy to make. Your entree
wine storage and importance of using correct wine glass. Class is
will be Shrimp Asopao, a soupy shrimp stew with red chiles, rice
appropriate for both novice and intermediate wine connoisseurs.
and spices. And for dessert, a creamy coconut custard: Pistachio
$5.00 supply fee due at class.
and Coconut Tembleque. $17 supply fee due at class.
Instructor : Robert Becker, Certified Sommelier
Instructor : Nora Frazier
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Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Thu 6:30pm-9:30pm $55/1
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4/21
Sa
2:00pm-4:30pm $48/1
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3/10
Sat 2:00pm-4:30pm $48/1
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Adult
Dance A d u lt
Adult Contemporary Ballet Classical ballet technique will be introduced to the adult learner in a way that breaks the bounds of a traditional ballet setting. Come join us in learning ballet technique with other adults while integrating contemporary dance with the traditional form. Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/28-6/6 Wed 7:00pm-8:00pm $120/10
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Tap (Intermediate)
1 6 yrs & u p
Jazz
In our Beginning Tap, students will be introduced to the classic
Dance and explore a variety of jazz styles and music in this fun,
Intermediate Tap, advanced moves such as Shim Sham, toe
upbeat class. Leap, turn and jump as we learn everything from
stands, and time steps will be taught. Students will learn across-
Broadway jazz to jazz funk! Mixed levels welcome. Attire: jazz
the-floor steps. A variety of fun, up-tempo music will be offered.
shoes, comfortable dance/workout clothes.
Tap shoes required
Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill
Instructor : Cyndi Wright
moves including flaps, shuffles, heel drops, and more. In the
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/9-6/4 Mon 7:30pm-8:30pm $82/8
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DATES DAY TIME
4/6-6/8 Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
6:30pm-7:30pm $109/10
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Teen/Adult Ballet
Tap (Beginning)
Come experience the joy and beauty of ballet with us. In this class,
In our Beginning Tap, students will be introduced to the classic
we will be working on proper body alignment and ballet technique
moves including flaps, shuffles, heel drops, and more. In the
as we build our dance foundation and learn new choreography.
Intermediate Tap, advanced moves such as Shim Sham, toe
We will be at the barre, center, traveling across the floor, stretching
stands, and time steps will be taught. Students will learn across-
and strengthening. Mixed levels are welcome. Non competitive,
the-floor steps. A variety of fun, up-tempo music will be offered.
positive, fun atmosphere! Wear ballet slippers and comfortable, fitted clothes you can move freely in.
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Cyndi Wright DATES DAY TIME
4/6-6/8 Fri
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D FEE/SESSIONS CR#
5:30pm-6:30pm $109/10
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Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill DATES DAY TIME
4/14-6/2
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:45am-12:00pm $75/7
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Adult A d u lt
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Adult Urban Funk
Line Dance (Beg/Easy Int)
Designed for adults, this class of urban funk combines the styles of
The beginning/easy intermediate class is an energetic class with
jazz, hip hop, and breaking in a funky upbeat setting.
many returning dancers. It is designed for both the beginning line dancer and those with some line dance experience. Learn
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
to line dance and review dances being taught in the area. New
Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME
dancers are welcome. The first part of the class will be devoted FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/29-6/7 Thu 8:00pm-9:00pm $119/10
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to introductory dances. Dances taught will reflect the interest and ability of the class. Open dance from 5:00-5:30pm, lessons begin at 5:30pm. Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
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Instructor : John Trentacosti
All About Social Ballroom, Swing and Hot Latin Salsa
DATES DAY TIME
Have a great time and learn swing, foxtrot, jitterbug, cha-cha,
No class 4/4
waltz, hot Latin salsa, mambo, tango and much more. Easy,
5/2-5/23 Wed 5:00pm-7:00pm $39/4
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/21-4/25 Wed 5:00pm-7:00pm $48/5
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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.
Line Dance (Beg/Easy Int) Dances taught will be a mixture of beginner to intermediate
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
dances, depending on the level of participants. One new dance
Instructor : Anna Magid DATES DAY TIME
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will be taught each week with reviews of all others taught. Open FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/23-5/21 Mon 7:00pm-8:15pm $102/5
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dancing for warm up. Step sheets provided for all dances taught. Dancers should wear comfortable shoes with suede or leather soles.
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Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
Argentine Tango (Beg/int)
Instructor : Alice Marez DATES DAY TIME
Argentine Tango is very popular in the Bay Area, one of the
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
most developed and dedicated tango communities in the world.
3/13-4/24 Tue 2:00pm-3:30pm $51/6
Learning Tango will open your possibilities for social connections
No class 4/3
not only locally, but also worldwide. Learn fundamentals,
5/1-5/29
Tue
2:00pm-3:30pm
$43/5
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technique, rhythm and musicality while gaining movement awareness and the satisfaction of being able to dance the most challenging of all dances. Dances will reflect the interest and ability of the class. Intermediate class for experienced dancers.
who wants to learn newer dances and review the classics. Dances
Instructor : Marcelo Solis
taught will reflect the interest and ability of the class.
Beginner FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/12-5/3 Thu 7:30pm-8:30pm $43/4
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5/10-5/31 Thu 7:30pm-8:30pm $43/4
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Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : John Trentacosti DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/21-4/25 Wed 7:00pm-9:00pm $48/5
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Intermediate DATES DAY TIME
Line Dance (Int) Intermediate class is for the improving and experienced dancer
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
DATES DAY TIME
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/12-5/3 Thu 8:30pm-9:30pm $43/4
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5/10-5/31 Thu 8:30pm-9:30pm $43/4
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5/2-5/23 Wed 5:00pm-7:00pm $39/4
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Adult A d u lt and c h ild
NEW | GroovaRoo Babywearing and Family Dance Class Rooted in soul line dancing, this low impact dance class is interactive, engaging and focused on community bonding! Dancing with your child is a sure way to connect with you, your baby, family and other parents or caregivers! Music genre includes: Motown, R&B, hip hop, and reggae. Infants are preferably carried facing in towards your body while toddlers may be back carried. Carriers are not provided, however several carriers available on a first come first served basis for class use. Location : Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Instructor : Anthea Yugawa DATES DAY TIME
3/14
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Wed
11:15am-12:00pm $15/1
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3/21-4/18 Wed
11:15am-12:00pm $63/4
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11:15am-12:00pm $78/5
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No class 3/28
4/25-5/23 Wed
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Tahitian Drumming/Music A d u lt
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. Student should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.
Tahitian I Women and Men (Beg) This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas (dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge
and drumming/music technique for men and women. Student
Instructor : Reynaldo Aguilar
should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.
DATES DAY TIME
3/17-5/19 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-10:30am $73/8
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No class 3/31, 5/5
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Mary Aguilar DATES DAY TIME
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3/21-5/23 Wed 7:30pm-8:30pm $73/8 A d u lt
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No class 4/4, 5/2
Tahitian Ahuro’a Women A d u lt
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. Student should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.
Tahitian II Women and Men (Int)* & (Adv)* This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas (dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
and drumming/music technique for men and women. Student
Instructor : Mary Aguilar
should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/21-5/23 Wed 6:30pm-7:30pm $73/8 No class 4/4, 5/2
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*Registration per instructor’s approval. Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Mary Aguilar DATES DAY TIME
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3/21-5/23 Wed 8:30pm-10:00pm $73/8
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Adult
Decorative & Fiber Arts
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Weaving: Basic and Beyond Explore color, texture and pattern drafting on studio floor looms while creating fabulous projects including scarves, handbags, table dĂŠcor and floor rugs. Material list online at www.communityarts. org/materials. Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -
Studio H Instructor : Alexandra Milukhin DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/4-5/23 Wed 6:00pm-9:00pm $188/8
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Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving Workshop I The rigid heddle loom is a very portable, inexpensive and elegantly simple tool for weaving. The Cricket Loom is a small rigid heddle loom that is ideal for knitters who want to use up
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leftover yarns, for spinners with yarn to spare and for those just
Beginning Quilting
wanting to give weaving a try. Learn how to warp using the direct
In this class, students will learn many techniques of piecing together a
warping peg method and to weave a scarf using a variety of yarns.
quilt. We will talk about terminology and discuss fabrics while learning
Returning students are encouraged. Bring a lunch. Materials list
to properly cut fabric, and accurately piece and assemble the quilt top.
online at www.communityarts.org/materials. Bring your own yarn
Learn the basics of everything a beginning quilter needs to complete
or pay a supply fee of $15. Loom may be rented for $5 or bring
your first quilt top. Materials list at www.communityarts.org/materials.
your own.
Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool
Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -
Instructor : Laurie Biundo
Studio H
DATES DAY TIME
5/12-6/9 Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-12:30pm $93/4
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DATES DAY TIME
4/15
No class 6/2
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sun 9:30am-4:30pm $74/1
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1 3 yrs & u p
Mixed Level Weaving
Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving Workshop II
Beginners learn the basics of weaving while using our floor looms.
Not only is the rigid heddle loom very portable and easy to use, it
Students explore pattern, color and texture through the creation of
is very versatile. Think of the many beautiful indigenous pattern
a sampler. Weaving terms, project planning, warping technique and
weavings of Latin American and Southeast Asia, which are made
basic weave structures are covered. Perfect for beginners. Great for
on looms similar to the rigid heddle loom. We will explore a range
those wanting to feel more secure with warping and project planning.
of lace and patterned weaves, using pick up sticks. Returning
Continuing students may explore a variety of weave structures,
students are encouraged. Bring a lunch. Materials list online at
working at their own pace. Teens welcome. Materials list online at
www.communityarts.org/materials. Bring your own yarn or pay a
www.communityarts.org/materials. $25 supply fee for beginners/$5 for
supply fee of $15. Loom may be rented for $5 or bring your own
continuing students due at first class.
warped rigid heddle loom.
Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -
Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -
Studio H
Studio H
Instructor : Reba Siero
Instructor : Reba Siero
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Instructor : Reba Siero
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/3-6/5 Tue 2:00pm-5:00pm $239/10
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4/3-6/5 Tue 6:00pm-9:00pm $239/10
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DATES DAY TIME
4/29
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sun 9:30am-4:30pm $74/1
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Adult
Digital Media & Photography
1 6 yrs & u p
Dramatic Light Landscapes Learn how to get the best from the dramatic light of early morning, late afternoon and sunset. Two guided Saturday field shoots plus three Tuesday evenings with advice on composition, practical shooting techniques, good photo locations, and critiques of your
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The Joy of Beginning Photography
photos from the field trips. Use any camera provided it allows
Learn to see photographically. Individual student growth is
familiar with its operation. A tripod and remote release are highly
encouraged by working both indoors and outdoors taking scenics,
recommended.
manual control of exposure and focus and you are already
portraits, still lifes, and landscapes/cityscapes, working with lighting, composition, and content. Plus, learn about shutter speed, f-stops, light meters, ISO, dynamic range, icon, settings, RAW or JPEG, color balance, and more! Bring digital camera and manual.
Class includes two Saturday field trips, 4/21/18, 6:30-11:00 am, and 4/28/18, 3:00-8:00 pm Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Bill Helsel
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Conrad Johnson
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
4/17-5/1 Tue 7:30pm-9:30pm $107/3
4/3-6/5
Tue
Fee/Sessions CR#
8:30am-10:30am $191/10
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
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Advanced Intermediate Photography
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Inside Your Canon DSLR
For the serious enthusiast. We will cover the finer points of getting
Learn about all of the features of your Canon Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera. We will cover all of the functions of the camera’s
dramatic images with emotional content. Assignments are more challenging and will encourage developing a personal vision.
buttons, dials, and menus and how these features will help in
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
improving your photography. Bring your camera, manual, and
Instructor : Conrad Johnson
questions.
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
4/3-6/5
Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:30am-12:30pm $191/10
3506
Instructor : Tom Crews DATES DAY TIME
5/5
Sat
Fee/Sessions CR#
10:00am-1:00pm $53/1
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Photoshop for Photographers This class will concentrate on those Photoshop features needed to
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edit digital images including resizing and cropping, understanding
Adventures Beyond Beginning Photography
layers, image adjustments, using levels and curves, hue/saturation, color balance, black and white conversion, how to use the
Perfect for the enthusiast who wants to become more proficient. You will benefit from photographer Conrad Johnson’s four decades of professional experience. Lighting and composition is covered with special emphasis on emotional content. Use of
select and image editing tools to work on photographs, and the importance of proper color management. Laptop computer with Photoshop installed highly recommended. Assignments allow students to practice the tools and techniques learned in class.
prime lenses and flash is discussed and assigned. Achieve greater
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
control and satisfaction.
Instructor : Tom Crews
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Conrad Johnson
4/12-5/31 Thu 6:30pm-9:00pm $192/8
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3511
Fee/Sessions CR#
4/3-6/5 Tue 7:00pm-9:00pm $191/10
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Take Control of Your Digital Camera
Vacation & Travel Photography Made Easy
Students will learn a clear and understandable approach to composing great photographs by subject placement, proper
Bring your iPhone, point & shoot or DSLR and get ready for
framing, and selecting a point of view. We will explain camera
adventure. Understand wide - tele lenses, action shutter speeds
functions, investigate the creative aspects of digital photography,
and high ISO landscapes, architecture, lighting, composition and
and discuss the importance of obtaining correct exposure. We will
flash. Point of view and time of day is emphasized. Essential travel
also explore the world of close-up photography and how to shoot
gear and clothing.
exciting travel photographs. Photographic assignments and a field trip will allow the student to practice the tools and techniques learned in class. PLEASE NOTE: Field Trip on 5/19, 11am-1pm
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3 Instructor : Conrad Johnson DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
4/21
Instructor : Tom Crews DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/11-5/23 Wed 6:30pm-9:00pm $106/7
3510
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sat 9:00am-2:00pm $53/1
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Wow! Landscape Photography Discover how to transform your “Wow!” moments in wild
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The Photograph as a Fine Art Print
landscapes into powerful, creative expressions of your personal
Take your images off the screen and into the printed form! This
canyons includes two Saturday photo lectures and field sessions
10-week course will focus on building a body of work in the form
that provide composition, exposure tools and practice creating
of printed photographs. This course will cover best practices in
beautiful landscape photos in afternoon and sunset light. We’ll
shooting, editing, preparing images for print, and archival storage
critique photos from the first session in the second class, discuss
methods. The class will utilize the Epson Stylus Pro, an inkjet
more locations and offer resources for continued learning. Material
printer capable of delivering stunning professional quality prints
list online.
vision. Our spring photo-exploration of Mt. Diablo’s hidden
on media up to 24 inches wide by any desired length. Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and/or Lightroom highly recommended. $50 supply fee due at first class.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Sue Reynolds DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
4/21-4/28 Sat
Instructor : Brian Shapiro DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4 Mon 6:30pm-8:30pm $172/9
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No class 5/28
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3:00pm-8:00pm $102/2
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Photography Forum The mission of the Photography Forum is to encourage photographers at all levels to continue to study the art of
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Inside Your Nikon DSLR
photography, practice and produce new work, and to share ideas
Learn about all of the features of your Nikon Digital Single Lens
through May) to share images, critiques, technical developments,
Reflex Camera. We will cover all of the functions of the camera’s
and hear guest speakers. Photographic field trips and workshops
buttons, dials, and menus and how these features will help in
allow members to broaden their knowledge of photography. Field
improving your photography. Bring your camera, manual, and
trip expenses are the responsibility of participants. Attendance
questions.
at one meeting is free to enrolled Community Arts students.
and experiences. Meets third Tuesday of each month (June
Enrollment is open throughout the year at a prorated fee.
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1
Instructor : Tom Crews DATES DAY TIME
5/12
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-1:00pm $53/1
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Instructor : Tom Crews DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9/19-5/15
$15/8
Variable 7:00pm-9:30pm
No class 12/19
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Adult
Dog & Pet Care A d u lt
Dog Obedience (Beg) Beginning Obedience is the foundation for all training goals. We teach you how to motivate your dog to want to learn the basics 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 4 months and older. $25 supply fee due at first class. Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Bonnie Brown-Cali DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/10-5/15 Tue 7:15pm-8:00pm $136/6
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Puppy Head Start
Help for Reactive Dogs
Get a head start on socialization and puppy manners by enrolling
Don’t let another walk with your dog feel like a disaster because
your pup in this fun and safe interactive class. Your pup will roll
of lunging and barking behaviors. Don’t seclude your dog in the
and play with other puppies and interact with new people. We
backyard because his behavior in public is unmanageable. Come
cover house breaking, manners, rudimentary obedience, leash
and learn what makes your dog react and the steps you can take
training and coming when called. Class suitable for the entire
to redirect that energy into more positive social behavior. Please
family to attend; however, all puppies must be accompanied by a
do not bring your dog the first day of class. Please call instructor
handler who is 18 years or older. Puppies must be between the age
if your dog is overly reactive toward you or your family members.
of 12 and 20 weeks. $12 supply fee due at first class.
$25 supply fee due at first class.
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Bonnie Brown-Cali DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Bonnie Brown-Cali DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/10-5/15 Tue 6:15pm-7:00pm $136/6
3761
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/10-4/24 Tue 5:15pm-6:00pm $66/3
3671
5/1-5/15 Tue 5:15pm-6:00pm $66/3
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Do-It-Yourself (DIY)
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Homebrewing 101 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 techniques, equipment and cost involved. We will then brew a batch of beer from malt extract and bottle a second finished batch. Class participants will gain a general understanding of the process and leave with information and resources to brew their own beer at home. Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Chris Opela DATES DAY TIME
4/21
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 low-effort backyard flock. We will discuss life cycles, coop designs, breed selection, care and feeding for health and egg production, protection from predators and ways of integrating your chickens into your garden. We will give you information on where to purchase your chickens and feed and resources for learning more.
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Acting Group This course is for students who want to expand and develop what they learned in Intro to Acting. Students will dig deeper into monologues, scene work and begin to develop their acting voice. Class will end with a performance jam! Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio Instructor : Julia Dashe
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Jeannie Mckenzie DATES DAY TIME
Sat
Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm $68/1
Drama
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5/5
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:30am-12:30pm $63/1
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/5-6/7 Thu 7:30pm-9:00pm $152/10
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Intro to Acting
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Home Cheese Making
This course will be a fun, low pressure introduction to basic acting
Learn 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 will have the opportunity to sample other scrumptious farm creations such as beet kavaas whey crackers. You will experiment with unique chevre flavorings from savory to
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!
sweet. You will take home culture and rennet for making your own
Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio
cheese as well as sample cheeses we have made. $10 supply fee
Instructor : Julia Dashe
due at class.
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
4/3-6/5 Tue 7:30pm-9:00pm $152/10
Instructor : Jeannie Mckenzie DATES DAY TIME
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for adults new to the form or rusty and itching to get back into
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:00am-2:00pm $88/1
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3260
Adult
Drawing, Painting & Printmaking
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Spring Plein Air Painting Class will travel to Benicia or Martinez Marina; maybe Larry’s produce Market Green Valley, Viano Winery, Mt. Diablo Ranch, Briones, or Ruth Bancroft Gardens. Final sites to be decided with
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Advanced Painting and Composition I
the group approval. The first class will give an introduction to Plein
For established painting students interested in exploring new topics
promptly at 10 am. Book references: Edgar Payne- Composition of
and goals through their painting. Class will focus on individual
Outdoor Painting, Kevin McPherson- North Light books, Landscape
assessment of student’s needs, creating plans and exercises to meet
Painting Inside and Out, Payne Studios Fine Art Books. First class
those objectives. Each five week session includes reevaluation and
meet at The Gardens at Heather Farm
new exercises to meet those goals. Class open to intermediate to advanced students. Session 1: Seeing the Bigger picture and simplifying concepts
Air Painting and a review of supplies, so please arrive early or
Location : Center for Community Arts Instructor : Mary Lou Correia DATES DAY TIME
Session 2: Pushing ideas and making a statement
5/4-6/8
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
Fri
Fee/Sessions CR#
10:00am-1:30pm $161/6
3342
Instructor : Patsy Taylor DATES DAY TIME
Fee/Sessions CR#
4/4-5/2 Wed 3:00pm-6:00pm $92/5
3372
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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
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Advanced Painting and Composition II
get to observe our subjects up close and personal while learning
For established painting students interested in exploring new topics
facts. Learn various avian drawing and watercolor painting
and goals through their painting. Class will focus on individual
techniques that will help you along the way to creating your
assessment of student’s needs, creating plans and exercises to meet
masterpiece! This workshop is a collaboration with the Lindsay
those objectives. Each five-week session includes reevaluation and
Wildlife Experience.
new exercises to meet those goals. Class open to intermediate to advanced students. Session 1: Seeing the Bigger picture and simplifying concepts Session 2: Pushing ideas and making a statement
about their lifestyle, habitat, feeding habits and other interesting
Location : The Lindsay Wildlife Experience, 1931 1st Ave., Walnut
Creek, CA. Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B Instructor : Patsy Taylor DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/16
Mon 9:30am-12:30pm $40/1
3675
6/4
Mon 9:30am-12:30pm $40/1
3677
Fee/Sessions CR#
5/9-6/6 Wed 3:00pm-6:00pm $92/5
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1 6 yrs & u p
Introduction to Silkscreen
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Make and Mingle Open Studio
In this workshop you will learn the basics of screen printing from
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 Brewing Company, 2700 Mitchell Drive, Walnut
Creek, CA
registration, and practice printing. Come with a project in mind such as greeting cards, set of napkins, table mats, or pillow cases. All materials will be provided, except for the substrate. This workshop is great for beginners who would like to learn the screen printing process. $25 supply fee. Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Vicky Chen DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Maureen McCourt DATES DAY TIME
start to finish. We will use hand cut stencil technique, discuss
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/11
Wed 7:00pm-8:30pm $23/1
3526
5/9
Wed 7:00pm-8:30pm $23/1
3527
4/28
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:00am-12:00pm $86/1
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Open Studio Figure Drawing & Painting
Open Studio Painting
Studio available for working from the figure, short and long poses,
Open to all experienced painters and current painting students.
supervised use; no instruction. Participants provide supplies.
Work on your own in a group setting; no instruction. Participants
Different model each week. Enrollment limited. No solvents.
provide their own supplies and are responsible for cleanup.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
Instructor : Jody Mattison DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4
$140, $97/9
3365
$156, $108/10
3426
Mon
6:30pm-9:30pm
No class 5/28
4/6-6/8
Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/5-6/7
$128, $65/10
Thu
1:00pm-5:00pm
3371
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Zen Calligraphy Learn Japanese calligraphy through teachings from the wisdom
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Open Studio Printmaking
of Zen masters. You will learn the meaning of one of the Zen
Open to all experienced printmakers who have taken a CCA class
brush on rice paper in formal and cursive forms. This class will
within the past three quarters or are currently enrolled in a class.
also cover the use of materials, paper, ink and brush, basic and
Use a fine art custom handmade French American professional
essential strokes for both calligraphy and brush painting for
etching press, equipment, blankets and tools in an open studio
beginners. This is an excellent additional study for people who
environment to create your own prints. Supervised use but no
practice Sumi-e brush painting. Bring a decent large bamboo
instruction provided. Participants provide own paper, plates and
brush. Contact instructor, art@fumiyo-y.com, no later than one
inks and any specialized materials.
business week prior to the workshop if you need to order an
teachings and how to write the calligraphy with a bamboo
appropriate brush through instructor. Bring a bag lunch. See
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/5-6/7
$123, $63/10
Thu
1:00pm-5:00pm
3343
materials list at www.communityarts.org/materials. $20 supply fee due at class. Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Fumiyo Yoshikawa
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DATES DAY TIME
Silk Painting
6/2
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-4:00pm $86/1
3350
One of the most exciting aspects of painting silk is the opportunity to create strikingly vivid textures of color. In this introductory course, participants will create a scarf or tapestry, using the basic silk painting techniques. As the hand of the artist delicately
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Figure Drawing
guides the flow of the liquid, the colors glide through the silk
Quick gesture sketches and longer poses train your eye to observe
and generate delight and excitement. The result is stunning! All
and render the human form. Learn to use blocking, foreshortening,
levels are welcome. $10 supply fee. Materials list online at www.
value shapes and other techniques to enhance your drawing skills.
communityarts.org/materials. If you purchase materials listed, then
Beginners bring vine charcoal, drawing board and 18x24 rough
you do not have to pay $10 supply fee to instructor.
newsprint to first class. Supplies and materials discussed in class. Experienced students bring own supplies. Undraped models used;
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
teens may be admitted with permission of parent and instructor.
Instructor : Tomoko Murakami DATES DAY TIME
4/29
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sun 10:00am-4:00pm $86/1
3349
Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials. Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B Instructor : Jody Mattison DATES DAY TIME
4/6-6/8
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Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:00am-12:00pm $232/10
3375
Adult A d u lt
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Portrait in PanPastel and Charcoal Pencil
Art Journals
We will create painterly portraits using PanPastel and charcoal
Create your own images or use found images, make expressive
pencils. The class will focus on capturing the realism without
marks, record your thoughts, memories, dreams, and life events
losing the energy and mood of the subject. PanPastel is like a
using images (and maybe words). Try new art materials or new
bridge between painting and drawing. It is very forgiving and
ways to use familiar materials. Perfect for artists and non-artists
easily erased. You can create both linear and thick painterly effects
alike-drawing skills are not necessary. Bring your journal and your
with this medium. We will use photographs as our reference and
favorite art supplies to each class. Materials list online at www.
focus on how to see correctly and read values and shapes to
communityarts.org/materials.
Art journals are a private place to explore art of a personal nature.
capture the essence and resemblance in our portraits. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.
Instructor : Jeka Lambert
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Seema Mahboob DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-4/23 Mon 1:00pm-4:00pm $84/4
3340
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/7-5/19 Sat 2:00pm-5:00pm $135/7
3381
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Color and Collage
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drawing: Sketching & Rendering
We will explore color and composition and use collage as a
Learn to draw quickly, accurately and with confidence. Learning
create several small pieces to experiment with layering papers,
how to reduce objects to their basic shapes and forms and
overall layout, gluing and transferring techniques, and then move
sketching them on to paper will be the focus of this class. Topics
to work on larger completed art pieces. In this class you will
include still life, composition, texture, basic perspective and
generate new ideas for creating abstract art and think deeply about
shading, along with landscape and figurative themes. Students
color and composition through the fun, accessible medium of
should bring paper, pencils, ruler, and eraser to class. Beginners
collage. Open to artists of all levels of experience.
starting point for painting and further mixed media work. We will
welcome.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
Instructor : Erin Wheeler
Instructor : Mark Jezierny
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
4/6-6/8 Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
6:30pm-9:30pm $186/10
4/5-6/7
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Thu 9:30am-12:30pm $183/10
3345
3377 A d u lt
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Handmade Artist Books
Adventures in Mixed Media
Not your typical books--these are portable works of art meant to
The goal of this course is to provide students an opportunity to
be enjoyed and shared. We’ll create book-like structures using a
explore a variety of mixed media methods using a wide range
variety of forms, techniques and media–folded, stitched, glued;
of wet and dry media methods. Students will gain hands-on
books with pop ups and moveable parts; books that incorporate
experience with paints, glues, pastels, pencils, varnishes, and
unconventional materials; books that tell stories with words and
supports as they develop personal projects throughout the
without, layered imagery, books as sculpture, objects of beauty
quarter. Guidance will be provided around materials, design, and
and more. This class will use the book (and the not so book)
composition through group discussions and individual instruction.
as a means of artistic expression. Materials list online at www.
Most projects will be conducted with provided materials. Further
communityarts.org.
materials will be discussed at the first class.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
Instructor : Jeka Lambert
Instructor : Staff
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4
$164/9
Mon
9:00am-12:00pm
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/30-5/21 Mon 1:00pm-4:00pm $84/4
3341
3385
No class 5/28
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1 6 yrs & u p
Abstract Acrylic Painting
Exploring Abstract Acrylics
Artists of all disciplines come and explore abstract art, pure form
Artists of all disciplines come and explore abstract art, pure form
on the painted surface. Transform reality or develop completely
on the painted surface. Transform reality or develop completely
nonrepresentational imagery. Class supports your process, from
nonrepresentational imagery. Class supports your process, from
accessing your creative source and gathering ideas, to developing
accessing your creative source and gathering ideas, to developing
concepts and visual vocabulary. Emphasis on composition, color,
concepts and visual vocabulary. Emphasis on composition, color,
shape, movement, and texture. Experimentation is encouraged;
shape, movement, and texture. Experimentation is encouraged; use
use collage, mixed media and non-traditional media to enhance
collage, mixed media and non-traditional media to enhance your work.
your work. Demonstrations, activities, and individual and group
All levels welcome. Materials list at www.communityarts.org/materials.
critiques. All levels welcome. Materials list online at www.
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1
communityarts.org/materials
Instructor : Casey Rasmussen White
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Cybele Gerachis DATES DAY TIME
4/5-6/7 FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4 Mon 1:00pm-4:00pm $167/9
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Thu 9:00am-12:00pm $148/8
3422
No class 4/12, 5/10
3364
No class 5/28
1 6 yrs & u p
Exploring Watercolor
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Cold Wax Painting
Join our caravan of like-minded seekers and dive into the unexpected
Adding body, texture, and transparency to your art, this class
start or needs a gentle push along the way. We will work together in
encourages exploration by building your visual vocabulary. Cold
a series of little paintings using the transparent magic of watercolor
wax medium is compatible with all varieties of paint and dry
to create our own “artist’s voice.” From the moment we wet our
pigments. Learn basic techniques of cold wax medium, which is a
brush to our final colorful stroke we will evoke the presence of each
substitute for acrylic medium. When it comes to color and texture,
artist, discovering the personal palette of colors and shapes unique to
looking at the natural world is our greatest teacher. Beginners to
each of us. $25 supply kit available from instructor, but not required.
advanced are welcome.
Materials list available at www.communityarts.org/materials.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
Instructor : Pamela Howett
Instructor : Casey Rasmussen White
DATES DAY TIME
joy of watercolor! Perfect for the continuing artist who wants a fresh
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/3-6/5 Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $183/10
3367
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/4-6/6
$151/8
Wed
6:30pm-9:30pm
3420
No class 4/11, 5/9
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Exploring Watercolor and Gouache
Have you always wanted to draw and/or paint but feel that you
Interested in exploring the possibilities of combining transparent
don’t know enough to get started? Do you want to try a new
watercolor with opaque gouache? Pamela shares techniques for
medium before purchasing products? Core skills taught while
creating balance and unity with this method, as well as demonstrations
exposing you to a wide variety of techniques and mediums,
and discussion on combining the two mediums. With composition and
including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, oils, and watercolor. A fun
color theory, play the transparency of watercolor against the opacity of
class with lots of exposure to techniques and tools with a focus on
gouache to emphasize the interaction of the varied surface qualities in
expanding in the direction of your choice. $40 supply fee due at
your painting. Beginners to advanced are welcome.
first class.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
Instructor : Pamela Howett
Instructor : Patsy Taylor
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/4-6/6 Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $166/10
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Drawing & Painting: Intro to Different Mediums
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3370
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4 Mon 6:30pm-9:30pm $164/9 No class 5/28
3336
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Monday Morning Painting Emphasis is on development of each student’s personal style in painting. Classes alternate with short demos, reviews, challenges and end-of-class critiques. All painting styles and subject matter are acceptable but focus will be on oil and acrylics. Lessons concentrate on still-life and landscape. Work is primarily from photo references. Bring supplies for the medium of your choice. Beginners with no knowledge of paints should take Drawing and Painting: Intro to Different Mediums as a prerequisite. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials. Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B Instructor : Patsy Taylor DATES DAY TIME
4/2-6/4
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Mon 9:00am-12:00pm $182/9
3363
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Painting: Skills & Techniques
No class 5/28
Beginner/intermediate class for students who need to develop skills in their medium(s) of choice: charcoal, oil, acrylic.
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Night Painting
Practice will be in application of medium, using tools correctly,
Using still-life as inspiration and a learning tool, students will
painting habits, defining individual vision and conveying that
be introduced to a variety of subjects while concentrating on
vision to finish. Emphasis will be on practice. Dry or wet mediums
reinforcing the fundamentals of painting: drawing, composition,
welcome. Beginners with no knowledge of mediums must take
color, brushwork. Classes include a variety of demos, warm-ups,
Drawing and Painting: Intro to Different Mediums as prerequisite.
skills reviews, challenges, and end-of-class critiques. Focus is on
Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.
understanding underlying basics, developing strong drawing/
individual development. Students may work on their own personal subjects. Bring supplies and be prepared to paint in the medium
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
of your choice. Beginners should take Drawing & Painting: Intro to
Instructor : Patsy Taylor
Different Mediums as a prerequisite. Materials list online at www.
DATES DAY TIME
communityarts.org/materials.
4/3-6/5 Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $166/10
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3368
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B Instructor : Patsy Taylor DATES DAY TIME
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4/5-6/7 Thu 6:30pm-9:30pm $166/10
3374
Portrait and Figure Drawing and Painting This continuing portrait and figure class is for both drawing and painting students. One, two, or three session poses with nude
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Painting Still Life Like the Old Masters
and clothed models each quarter. New students are welcome and
Learn the technique of the old masters. Using oils or acrylics, work
drawing skills. Continuing students may progress to oil, acrylic,
through the processes of underpainting, grisaille, layering, and
water media, or chalk pastel. Drawing and painting topics are
glazing to achieve a beautiful and timeless three-dimensionality.
demonstrated and individually addressed, including basic block-in,
Previous experience with paint is not necessary. Come to first class
composition, measuring, proportion, foreshortening, anatomy,
with materials from list, ready to work! Materials list online at
value, color, layering, and brushwork. Materials list online at www.
www.communityarts.org/materials.
communityarts.org/materials.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
Instructor : Jody Mattison
Instructor : Jody Mattison
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/8-6/3 Sun 9:30am-1:00pm $146/8 No class 5/27
3428
strongly encouraged to work in charcoal and pencil to build up
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/7-6/9 Sat 9:30am-1:00pm $228/9
3427
No class 5/26
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Portrait and Landscape Painting from Photographs: Oil/Acrylics
Sumie-E / Japanese Brush Painting
Expand your creativity and art education while having fun. Learn to
Oriental brush painting makes you aware of our world and allows
create strong compositions and attain accurate color, values, and
you to capture the spirit of the subject. Course covers calligraphy
representation through demonstrations and individual instruction.
and discipline essential to the practice of Sumi-e. Lectures,
Acquire a greater visual awareness and skill to interpret and
demonstrations, individual help each class. Sumi-e/ Brush Painting
execute a portrait, working from photographs. Develop your
(Beg) workshop is recommended for beginners to take with this
painting abilities to work in a representational manner. Materials
course. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/.
list online at www.communityarts.org/materials
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
Instructor : Fumiyo Yoshikawa
Instructor : Gary Bergren
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
4/4-6/6
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Wed 9:00am-12:00pm $182/10
3369
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4/6-6/8
Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:00am-12:00pm $182/10
3346
No class 1/15, 2/19
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Quick Painting Studies: Oil, Acrylic, and Pastel
Watercolor Painting (Int/Adv)
Spend Sundays improving your painting skills! This new class
direct painting process, incorporating principles of design, and
is designed to help you become more confident each time you
your own creative vision to make exciting watercolor paintings.
approach the canvas. Whether in oil, acrylic, or pastel, working
Bring reference materials and painting materials. Demonstrations,
within a limited time is an exhilarating experience. Paintings will
coaching, and critiques as needed. Materials list online at www.
be 30 to 60 minutes, ranging from still life, landscape, and figure.
communityarts.org/materials.
Demonstrations will be numerous! This class is for students with some knowledge/experience with materials, color, and drawing skills.
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Leslie Wilson FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4 Mon 1:00pm-4:00pm $163/9
Instructor : Jody Mattison DATES DAY TIME
Explore watercolor to its fullest with emphasis on learning a
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B
3334
No class 5/28 FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/8-5/27 Sun 1:30pm-5:00pm $173/8
3421
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4/4-6/6 Wed 2:00pm-5:00pm $182/10
3338
4/6-6/8 Fri
3347
1:00pm-4:00pm $182/10
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Secrets of Color
Watercolor Painting (Mixed Level)
Does color theory make you cross-eyed? Learn the secrets of
Learn the basics of color theory, expert drawing, and watercolor
color in this exciting workshop. Color mixing becomes a breeze
techniques using basic primaries and the right brain drawing
once you understand the simple rules. Each week we will discover
method. First class teaches all the basics; then students works on
different aspects of using color, while you assemble a color
a project of their choice. This is a fine arts course where you will
“bible� to keep as your personal guide/lecture and demo, with
learn what art school students learn: the basics.
lots of practical painting exercises. Materials list online at www. communityarts.org/materials.
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Jody Mattison DATES DAY TIME
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Wendy Soneson
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
4/3-6/5 FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/7-6/9 Sat 1:30pm-5:00pm $164/9 No class 5/26
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Gain the freedom of brush strokes that give excitement to art work.
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3424
Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-12:30pm $165/10
3337
Adult
Glass
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Mokuhanga-Japanese Woodblock Printing
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For artists’ in-home studios without a press, this beautiful,
Fused Glass Kiln Forming
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/materials. Bring a bag lunch. $35 supply fee due at first class.
challenging designs, experimenting with new materials, colors and layers to make art glass pieces. $10 supply fee due at first class. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials. Previous experience in glass fusing required.
Instructor : Penny Ruhter
Instructor : Tomoko Murakami FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/8-4/22 Sun 10:00am-4:00pm $206/3
of more advanced techniques. Emphasis on developing more
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
DATES DAY TIME
Continue to expand your glass fusing knowledge through the use
3348
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/11-5/30 Wed 1:00pm-4:00pm $179/8
3291
No class 5/20
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Fused Glass (Int/Adv)
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Printmaking Explorations
Explore your creative and artistic abilities. Fusing and slumping
Introducing the new green printmaking studio. This class will offer a variety of printmaking techniques to engage students in the magical world of printmaking, using safer practices and less toxic materials and methods. Throughout the course, we’ll explore etching (intaglio) and block printing (relief). Each class will have instruction and studio time for students to pursue their individual interests. No experience necessary, the only requirement is
glass offer almost limitless possibilities for creating with color and form. Use sheet glass, frit, stringers, and rods, design and make glass art pieces. Continuing students expand their knowledge with new techniques and share new ideas with other students. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials. Previous experience in glass fusing required. $10 supply fee due at first class.
enthusiasm! Experienced printmakers welcome. Materials will be
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
discussed at first class.
Instructor : Melissa McCumiskey
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Moose Wesler
4/10-5/29 Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $180/8
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3288
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/5-5/31 Thu 6:00pm-9:00pm $174/8
3344
No class 5/24
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Introduction to Fused Glass Learn to fuse layers of compatible glass in a kiln to create tiles, jewelry, small frames, dishes and ornaments. Techniques covered include glass cutting, surface decoration, and slumping into molds. No previous experience required. First class is mandatory for beginning students. Continuing students will be encouraged to expand their knowledge with new techniques. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials. Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Melissa McCumiskey
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DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/10-5/29 Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $179/8
3290
with all the latest news, activities and fun on Facebook! facebook.com/CommunityArtsWC
Instructor : Penny Ruhter
facebook.com/WalnutCreekRec
4/11-5/30 Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $179/8
3289
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Adult
Health & Fitness
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Spring Into Mosaics - Mixed Media Using the colors of Spring, this multimedia mosaic workshop will teach you to incorporate beautiful glass, stunning colored mirrors
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and multiple ceramic tiles into a burst of beautiful art! Learn
Hatha Yoga
cutting techniques, applications, adhesives, substrates, grouting,
Introduction and practice of yoga postures and body alignment.
and more. Great for beginners or seasoned mosaic artists. Come
Through stretching and relaxation techniques, yoga postures will
ignite your creative spark in a fun and supportive environment!
strengthen the body and stimulate creative energy. Emphasis on
$65 supply fee due at class. Bring a lunch.
correcting and adapting postures to meet individual needs. Bring your own mat, pad, or small rug. Refrain from eating for two hours
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
before class.
Instructor : Connie English DATES DAY TIME
6/9
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-4:00pm $98/1
4637
Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio Instructor : Nancy Spiecker DATES DAY TIME
4/6-6/8
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Fri
Torch Work for Fusers
Instructor : Sandra Foster
Work with COE 90 glass to design elements using a hot head torch.
DATES DAY TIME
Add these components to your fusing work to create unique art pieces. Use rod, stringers, and sheet glass in the torch to make fluid shapes. Torching techniques covered include twisties, stringer dots, strip twisties and more. Students will have hands on torch time to practice making components Bring one canister of MAAP
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-11:25am $108/10
3259
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4 Mon 7:00pm-8:00pm $98/9
3256
No class 5/28
4/7-6/9
Sat
10:35am-11:35am $98/9
3258
No class 5/26
gas and COE 90 glass (rods, stringers and sheet). Bring a lunch. Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
Instructor : Sandra Foster
Instructor : Melissa McCumiskey DATES DAY TIME
6/2
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-2:00pm $87/1
3292
4/4-6/6 Wed 5:30pm-6:30pm $108/10
3257
NEW | Active Flow Yoga
Glass Fusers Group
Active Flow Yoga is an energizing, classical style class, with an
The mission of the Glass Fusers Group is to encourage glass workers at all levels to continue to study art glass, practice and produce new work, and to share ideas and experiences. The group will meet the second Saturday of each month (June through May, no meeting in December) to share glass pieces, critiques, technical developments and hear guest speakers. Enrollment is open
yogic breathing. The class aims to provide a full-body workout and a soothing mental relaxation experience. Please bring a yoga mat, towel and yoga block by second class.
DATES DAY TIME
Instructor : Melissa McCumiskey
Sat
standing postures, floor and core work, sustained stretching and
Instructor : Jill Woolums
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
DATES DAY TIME
alignment focus. Included are sun salutation variations, basic
Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room
throughout the year at a prorated fee.
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9/9-5/12
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-12:00pm $15/7
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35665
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/15-4/25 Thu 1:00pm-2:00pm $81/6
3953
No class 3/29
5/2-5/30 Thu 1:00pm-2:00pm $68/5
3954
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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 where they can develop their individual practice. Variations, modifications and props are used to help students find connections with yoga and feel its powerful benefits. Bring a yoga mat. Yoga block and strap optional. Location : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Felicia Viera DATES DAY TIME
Fee/Sessions CR#
3/15-5/31 Thu 6:30pm-7:30pm $159/12
4465
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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
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brain to feel younger, stronger and fit! Slow, easy movements
Pilates: Circle/Flexband/Roller
progress to complex active movements. Please dress comfortably
The Magic Circle is a resistance ring designed to work your
and bring a big towel and pillow.
muscles together correctly to improve muscle tone and endurance
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Tancha McKnight DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/22-6/7 Thu 3:30pm-4:30pm $123/10
3786
No class 4/12, 4/19
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. Roller optional. Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Connie English DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/12-6/4 Mon 9:30am-10:20am $183/12
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3871
No class 5/28
Gentle Pilates Pilates practice develops core strength, body awareness,
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coordination, flexibility, and balance. Pilates also improves posture and ease of movement. This class focuses on movement
Pilates: Slow Method Flexband/Roller
fundamentals and a gentler approach to the basic Pilates
A blend of traditional Pilates mat work and the Slow Method, this
exercises. Both mat and barre exercises included. Please bring a
class takes Pilates to a whole new level. The roller adds elements
yoga mat, towel, and yoga block by second class.
of self-massage, circulation, balance, and control while the flexband increases resistance for arm and leg sculpting. Increase
Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room
your overall body strength, awareness, flexibility, and coordination
Instructor : Jill Woolums DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/14-4/25 Wed 1:00pm-2:00pm $81/6
3950
No class 3/28
5/2-5/30 Wed 1:00pm-2:00pm $68/5
3951
all in one enjoyable and dynamic workout. Flexbands available from instructor for $7. (Expect to pay approx. $25 for a roller). Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Connie English DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/14-6/6 Wed 9:30am-10:20am $198/13
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Meditation for Everyone (All Levels)
Qigong for Health and Vitality
Increase concentration, relaxation, self-awareness and attention
Qigong is China’s ancient method to strengthen the constitution,
to breath. Learn to cope more effectively with stress. Opportunity
promote vitality, prevent and cure disease, prevent premature
to begin a meditation practice or experience practicing meditation
aging, and prolong life. Lin Hou Sheng’s 18 Movements benefit the
with the support of a group. Sessions will include multiple
internal organs (enhancing their functions) and related external
techniques to suit the needs of everyone such as: gentle stretches
(sensory) organs, reduce stress, and increase flexibility. This class
to release tension, breathing, correct posture, setting an intension,
is appropriate for both beginners and students with prior training.
and time to journal. Time to come together to enjoy and relax with the company of others. You can choose to sit on a chair, sit on floor on mat with cushion of your choice, or lying down on mat.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Adam Wallace DATES DAY TIME
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
3/12-4/9
Instructor : Helen Maxie DATES DAY TIME
3/12-5/21 Mon
10:15am-11:15am $59/4
3750
10:15am-11:15am $59/4
3754
No class 4/2 FEE/SESSIONS CR#
12:00pm-12:45pm $93/9
4/30-5/21 Mon
3781
No class 4/2, 4/16
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Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
DATES DAY TIME
Tai Chi & Qigong Learn the ancient Chinese ways to health and longevity through
Instructor : Helen Maxie
3/15-5/31 Thu
Mon
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
12:00pm-12:45pm $113/11
3764
No class 4/19
meditation and exercise. In this outdoor class we use gentle movement and learn how to realign our posture, breathe for relaxation and stretch in stillness. Begin the beautiful routine of classical Yang style Tai Chi Chuan. Appropriate for all ages and fitness levels.
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Location : Civic Park Bridge Cul-de-Sac
Qi and Wellness
Instructor : Jan Diepersloot
Learn Chinese Medicine meridians, acupressure points, and
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
energy work for healing. Practice Qigong for strength, flexibility,
3/15-4/19 Thu 9:30am-10:30am $63/6
3757
vital energy, and to help prevent or ease arthritis. Learn special
3/17-4/21 Sat
3758
9:30am-10:30am $63/6
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.
Tai Chi - Yang Short Form
Location : Tice Valley Gym Classroom
Tai Chi is China’s #1 health and longevity exercise, based on
Instructor : Calvin Yau Kaleonahe Ching DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/12-5/21 Mon 1:00pm-2:15pm $91/8
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3746
No class 4/2, 4/23, 4/30
martial arts and Yin/ Yang principles. It benefits bones, digestive and lymphatic systems, balance, coordination, strength, and the Mind-Body connection. The Simplified Yang Style 24-Step Form was created for ease in learning and practice, and is appropriate for both beginners and students with prior knowledge. Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Adam Wallace DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/12-4/9 Mon 9:00am-10:00am $59/4
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3755
No class 4/2
4/30-5/21 Mon 9:00am-10:00am $59/4
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Abs and Back Exercises
Seniorcise
We all love to feel good about our workout. Get your core and
Low impact exercise for men and women. Enhance flexibility,
back in shape! Everyone should have a strong stomach and back
strength, cardiovascular endurance, coordination, and balance.
to stay healthy and be fit. You will need a yoga mat and be able to
Muscle toning with light weights. Bring a pair of 1- to 3-lb hand
get on the floor. Those who cannot be on their knees can modify
weights and come exercise to your favorite hits from big band
when needed. Isolation, isotonic, and isometric movements will be
through 1960s music.
performed.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room
Instructor : Susan Funkhouser
Instructor : Jo Nash
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
3/16-4/27 Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:20am-12:05pm $45/6
3796
11:20am-12:05pm $38/5
3797
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/19-5/21 Mon 3:00pm-4:00pm $48/9
3653
No class 4/2
No class 4/6
5/4-6/1
Fri
NEW | REFIT®
Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room
REFIT® is a life-changing fitness experience that rocks your body,
Instructor : Jo Nash DATES DAY TIME
3/13-4/24 Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:50am-12:35pm $45/6
3793
11:50am-12:35pm $38/5
3794
No class 4/3
5/1-5/29
Tue
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heart and soul through powerful moves and positive music to inspire you from the inside out. Powered by the human connection, we turn boring “have to” workouts into a community fitness experience! REFIT classes propel students to be their best selves through dance, toning, balance and flexibility. Our easy to follow workout formula is perfect for both beginners and fitness enthusiasts alike. Come join the revolution! No class 4/3.
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NEW | Chair Pilates
Location : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center Instructor : Tana Vigus
Students can safely build strength, balance, coordination, flexibility and a general feeling of well-being by incorporating
Introductory class
Pilates movements while sitting in a chair using a flexband for
DATES DAY TIME
strength and resistance training. Instructor begins with easy feel good stretches from head to toe, strength training of major muscle groups, and balance exercises, then ends with self-massage using
3/13
Fee/Sessions CR#
Tue 5:45pm-6:45pm $11/1
Pilates balls (provided in class) to keep your muscles, back and feet
DATES DAY TIME
feeling relaxed and stress free. Flexbands available in class $7.
3/20-4/24 Tue 5:45pm-6:45pm $53/5 5/1-5/29 Tue 5:45pm-6:45pm $53/5
Instructor : Connie English
3/13-5/22 Tue
Fee/Sessions CR#
4508
No class 4/3
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
DATES DAY TIME
4504
4509
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-10:50am $153/10
3760
No class 4/3
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Zumba® 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. Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room Instructor : Janice Litvin DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/13-5/29 Tue 7:30pm-8:30pm $111/12
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NEW | Zumba Fitness Enjoy working out to fun Latin rhythms that get you moving and burning tons of calories! This dance fitness class is known as the exercise in disguise. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Bring towel and water to class. Location : Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center Instructor : Stacy Brown Introductory class
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DATES DAY TIME
Zumba for Beginners
3/16
Fri
Fee/Sessions CR#
5:00pm-6:00pm $11/1
4514
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!
DATES DAY TIME
3/16-4/20 Fri
Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room
No class 4/6
Instructor : Jo Nash
5/4-6/1 Fri
DATES DAY TIME
3/16-4/27 Fri Fri
10:30am-11:15am $45/6
3795
10:30am-11:15am $38/5
3798
Wed
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NEW | Zumba® Gold and Gold Toning
will also tone your body and build muscle endurance with light FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:00am-11:45am $45/6
3801
11:00am-11:45am $38/5
3802
No class 4/4
5/2-5/30
4513
Latin music and moves geared toward the GOLD participant. You
Instructor : Jo Nash
3/14-4/25 Wed
5:00pm-6:00pm $53/5
Fitness group exercise /dance class with inspirational, low-impact
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
DATES DAY TIME
4501
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
No class 4/6
5/4-6/1
Fee/Sessions CR#
5:00pm-6:00pm $53/5
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! Age is only a number. Bring 1-2 lb. weight, water, small towel and join the party.
Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room
Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room
Instructor : Jo Nash
Instructor : Berrin Alyanak
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
DATES DAY TIME
3/13-4/24 Tue
11:00am-11:45am $45/6
3799
3/12-5/21 Mon
5/1-5/29
11:00am-11:45am $38/5
3800
No class 4/2
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:00am-11:45am $108/10
3830
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Chair Yoga This class involves practicing yoga using a chair instead of the floor and is ideal for those who are challenged with mobility or for those looking for an alternative to other yoga programs. Wear loose clothing, and bring a non-slip yoga floor mat to class. Before registering for this class, please call the instructor at (925) 4625285. Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Marcia Conroy DATES DAY TIME
3/15-5/31 Thu
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:15am-11:15am $97/11
3791
No class 4/5
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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.
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Move to Improve Your Balance Having good balance is one of the most important aspects of healthy aging. This class is based on the Feldenkrais Method which uses creative and innovative movements that will feed and challenge your brain. There is extensive research that shows
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge
that balance can be greatly improved. These movements will be
Instructor : Ziv Porat
done sitting, standing and walking. Learn to improve the quality
DATES DAY TIME
3/16-4/27 Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
1:00pm-2:00pm $51/6
3971
1:00pm-2:00pm $43/5
3972
No class 4/6
5/4-6/1 Fri
of your life. Your instructor, who has been teaching for 20 years, will verbally direct the class through movements to improve your balance. Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Tancha McKnight DATES DAY TIME
A d u lts 5 0 +
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
5/7-6/11 Mon 1:30pm-2:30pm $63/5
Gentle Yoga
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No class 5/28
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
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Senior Fitness
rate; and restorative poses to relieve stress. Wear loose clothing,
Enjoy a total body workout designed with the older adult in mind.
and bring a non-slip yoga floor mat as well as a firm blanket to
Improve your strength, agility, balance, stamina as well as cardio-
class. Before registering for class, please call instructor at (925)
vascular endurance. All fitness levels are welcomed. Please bring
462-5285.
2lb. weights to class.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room
Instructor : Marcia Conroy
Instructor : Regina Meshenberg
DATES DAY TIME
3/13-5/29 Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:00am-12:15pm $97/11
3789
Thu
3/13-5/29 Tue
Fee/Sessions CR#
12:30pm-1:30pm $59/9
4295
No Class : 4/3, 4/24, 5/15
No class 4/3
3/15-5/31
DATES DAY TIME
8:45am-10:00am
$97/11
3790
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Jewelry
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Introduction to Wire Wrapping Jewelry Learn the basics of working with wire to make jewelry, including understanding types of wire, shapes and hardness properties. Class will teach how to make jump rings, how to link beads including wrapped links, complete a hook closure, and earring wires. You will be shown how to wrap a grooved stone or piece of glass and you will finish a wire-bead bracelet to take home. $15 supply fee due at class. Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Jacqueline Dinner DATES DAY TIME
4/7
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-2:00pm $42/1
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Metal Clay: The Basics and Beyond This class is designed for beginning students and those seeking
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to refresh skills and learn new ones. The initial project will be
Introductory Projects
a simple silver two-sided project, chosen to teach thickness,
Have you always wanted to make jewelry but weren’t sure how to start? Do you have some skills and experience and want to “connect the dots” and develop your basics? Then this projects based class is for you! Each project will begin with a sampler that introduces and hones a few skills. Students then take these specific skills and translate them into a finished project that also
texture, applique, and carving techniques. Beyond the basic skills required for this project, more advanced techniques will be taught, including stone setting, bail design and structure, ring sizing and construction, torch and kiln firing, final finishing and polishing. Students will create pendants, earrings, and rings. All tools will be provided by instructor. Bring a bag lunch. $75 materials fee due to
incorporates three dimensional design basics.
instructor.
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio J
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Arlene Mornick
Instructor : Tina Rath DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4
$179/9
5/26-5/27
$148/2
Mon 2:00pm-5:00pm
3274
Sat, Sun 10:00am-5:00pm
3277
No class 5/28
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Open Studio Jewelry
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Lost Wax Casting
Open to all experienced jewelers and current jewelry students.
This class is designed for beginning students and those seeking
Work independently on any jewelry or metalsmithing project
to refresh skills and learn new ones. The initial project will be a simple silver two-sided project, chosen to teach thickness, texture, applique, and carving techniques. Beyond the basic skills required for this project, more advanced techniques will be taught, including stone setting, bail design and structure, ring sizing and construction, torch and kiln firing, final finishing and polishing.
department has to offer. No instruction is included and participants provide their own materials. A monitor will be on site to make sure equipment is used properly and cleanliness of the space is maintained. For students doing casting there will be a $30 supply fee.
Students will create pendants, earrings, and rings. All tools will be
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio J
provided by instructor.
Instructor : Natalia Alexandrova
Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio J
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Instructor : Tina Rath
4/4-6/6
$109 $56/10
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/4-6/6 Wed 2:00pm-5:00pm $199/10 60
of your choice and have access to all the tools the jewelry
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Wed
6:30pm-9:30pm
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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 using vocabulary for everyday use. Come and join us and let’s start this “fiesta.” Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room Instructor : Yanett Kenney DATES DAY TIME
3/16-5/25 Fri
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
5:30pm-6:30pm $103/10
3959
No class 4/6
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Intermediate Spanish for Seniors Let’s continue this Spanish fiesta! This program is designed for people 50 and over and have some experience speaking Spanish and are looking for review and more extensive practice.
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Knowledge of fundamental grammar points and vocabulary
Beginning Spanish for Seniors
needed.
This program is designed for people 50 years old and up 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
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : Yanett Kenney DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
simple conversation by using vocabulary for everyday use. Come
3/12-5/21 Mon 2:30pm-3:30pm $103/10
and join us and let’s start this “fiesta.”
No class 4/2
3957
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
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Instructor : Yanett Kenney DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/12-5/21 Mon 1:30pm-2:30pm $103/10
3948
No class 4/2
Advanced Conversational Spanish Did you study Spanish in high school or college but never achieved conversational fluency? If conversational Spanish is your goal, we have the class for you! We will emphasize pronunciation, 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 new expressions and idioms to improve your knowledge of the language. Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : Yanett Kenney DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/12-5/21 Mon 3:30pm-4:30pm $103/10
3958
No class 4/2
Like us on Facebook! Become a part of the Walnut Creek Arts+Rec family, and keep up
Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room Instructor : Yanett Kenney
with all the latest news, activities and fun on Facebook!
DATES DAY TIME
facebook.com/CommunityArtsWC
3/16-5/25 Fri
facebook.com/WalnutCreekRec
No class 4/6
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
6:30pm-7:30pm $103/10
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Music 1 2 yrs & u p
Flock of Flutes Join the flock and soar with the East Bay’s only flute choir. Enhance your performing opportunities and become a better flutist. Prerequisite: three years playing experience, good rhythm, tone, and sight reading skills. Mid-year enrollment is possible. Please call (415) 220-6617 for audition to be scheduled by
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appointment only.
Listening to Music: Opera I
Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room
With oversize sets, gestures, and singers, opera can often seem
Instructor : Monica Williams DATES DAY TIME
ridiculous. But wait. Do you like music? Do stories full of passion, FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9/19-5/29 Tue 7:30pm-9:00pm $390/33
37294
No class 4/3
love, hate, greed, jealousy, madness, death, murder, pity, and sex intrigue you? If so, this class is for you. We will view and discuss some of the greatest operatic works in Western music. Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
1 4 ages & u p
Instructor : A.J. Remedios
Guitar in a Flash
DATES DAY TIME
Learn to play a perennial instrument, including effective playing
4/19-5/24 Thu 7:00pm-9:00pm $73/6
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3449
postures, finger style and pick style techniques, reading tablature and standard music notation, while playing beautiful melodies. Acoustic nylon or steel string guitars preferred but electric guitars are acceptable if accompanied with a small practice amplifier. Open to teens and adults. No experience necessary.
Jazz Band Ensemble Feel the thrill of being part of a full jazz ensemble. Play music of the jazz masters from the 1930s to the present day. At least four
Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2
years of experience, knowledge of all 12 major scales and sight
Instructor : Jonathan Mendle DATES DAY TIME
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reading skills are required. Payment plan available. Auditions FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/2-6/4 Mon 7:00pm-8:00pm $110/9
3466
No class 5/28
required. Please call (925) 676-8203 for more information. Location : Center for Community Arts Auditorium Instructor : Max Pricco DATES DAY TIME
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9/14-5/24 Thu 7:30pm-9:30pm $390/32
Listening to Art Song
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No class 3/15
Art song, known in German as Lieder and in French as mélodies, is the merging of music and poetry. In this new class we will listen to each song twice, sung by different singers. Composers include Schubert, Brahms, Fauré, Hahn, and others.
song every week that explores the beautiful tone of the Native
Instructor : A.J. Remedios
4/20-5/25 Fri
Native American Flute Circle A mixed level ensemble, all levels welcome. We will play a new
Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C
DATES DAY TIME
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American flute. Beginning students will learn the pentatonic scale FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-12:00pm $73/6
3464
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 instruments may be purchased from instructor for at-home use. $10 supply fee due at first class. Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : Monica Williams DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
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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 two years. Class includes introduction in use of defibrillator (AED). Wear comfortable clothing. $10 supply fee due at class. Please bring a lunch and drink. Wear comfortable clothing. Class is held in the classroom: Professional Education Center, 2905 Salvio Steet, Concord, CA 94519. Location : Professional Education Center Classroom Instructor : Sandie Pettus DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/24
Sat 9:00am-4:00pm $65/1
3665
4/28
Sat 9:00am-4:00pm $65/1
3667
5/19
Sat 9:00am-4:00pm $65/1
3666
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NEW | Interview to Win It Have you ever wondered what an interviewer really wants to know when he says “Tell me about yourself”? Do you dread talking about your strengths and weaknesses? In this engaging, interactive
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NEW | Essential Life Skills for Young Adults
workshop, you’ll learn what employers expect of job candidates.
Learn the skills often overlooked but which are necessary when
interview to communicate why you’re the right person for the job.
Begin crafting your own answers in a no-pressure environment. Leave understanding what you can do before, during, and after an
transitioning to adulthood. Learn about money matters, the basics of credit, budgeting, savings and retirement fundamentals, working and taxes, registering to vote, jury and military service,
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge Instructor : Lisa Franklin
car, rental and life insurance! Social media safety and how to keep
DATES DAY TIME
your social media presence clean and safe. How to avoid identity
4/10
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Tue 6:30pm-8:30pm $66/1
3864
theft. This workshop is a must for those seeking to get ahead of the game.
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Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room
Bridge Class: Defense
Instructor : Samantha Jordan DATES DAY TIME
3/24
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Sat 9:00am-3:30pm $143/1
4045
In this third of four bridge classes offered throughout the year, you will improve your ability to take tricks when defending. Whether you want to play just for fun or are interested in serious competition, this class will elevate your enjoyment of bridge using a hands-on learning approach developed by top teachers and players. This class assumes introductory-level bridge skills. Accompanying book is available for purchase at class for further study. Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Grant Robinson
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FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-12:00pm $123/9
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Sports
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Mah-Jongg Mah-Jongg is a fascinating rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. American Mah-Jongg uses a card of standard
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hands against which all games are played. It requires a very small
Golf (BEG/INT)
amount of time to learn but results in hours of enjoyment laced
Develop your skills with Boundary Oak Director of Instruction and
with a lot of mental stimulation. For a fun experience come and
former PGA tour player Dave DeLong. Golfers will learn fundamentals
enjoy a supportive environment where you will learn to play one
such as the swing, short game, rules, and etiquette. Class size limited
step at a time. $9 supply fee due at first class.
to 10 to ensure quality instruction. Bring a nine iron or pitching wedge
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
to the first class. Clubs provided upon request at class. $5 ball fee due at each class.
Instructor : Elizabeth Fraga DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/13-4/10 Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $43/4
3762
No class 4/3
Location : Boundary Oak Golf Course Driving Range Instructor : Jeff Perry DATES DAY TIME
4/17-5/8 Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $43/4
3763
3/13-4/24 Tue
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
9:30am-10:30am $99/6
3865
3/13-4/24 Tue 6:00pm-7:00pm $99/6
3866
No class 4/3
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Thinking Bridge
No class 4/3
An intermediate-level Contract Bridge class intended for those
No class 4/19
3/22-5/2 Thu 6:00pm-7:00pm $99/6
3867
who play regularly. Uses hands-on teaching methods combined with mentored play to improve your bidding, declarer play, and defense. Focuses on reasoning and judgment; standard bidding 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, Bridge: Declarer Play and Bridge: Defense, or equivalent. Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room Instructor : Grant Robinson DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/19-4/16 Mon 7:00pm-9:00pm $83/4
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4/23-5/21 Mon 7:00pm-9:00pm $103/5
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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.
Fall/Winter Basketball Leagues Adult Basketball Leagues
(925) 943-5899 x2426 Sunday 5-on-5
Fall/winter leagues are currently in progress. To request a registration packet for spring Sunday night 5-on-5 or for questions about the adult basketball leagues, email Wes Allnutt, 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
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free agents list by emailing Wes Allnutt at Allnutt@walnut-creek.org.
NEW | Zentangle
Free agents list is distributed to team managers as we do not place
Zentangle is learning to draw patterns in a systemized way. As skills evolve, so does confidence. Zentangle improves focus and eye-hand coordination. Zentangle is taught in a low-risk supportive environment and students soon find themselves with beautiful art. “If I can draw something so beautiful when I told myself I couldn’t draw, I wonder, what else have I been telling myself isn’t
Adult Volleyball Leagues
(925) 943-5899 x2426
Monday Night Coed League Wednesday Night Women’s 4’s
adult volleyball leagues, email Wes Allnutt at
Location : Heather Farm Community Center
Allnutt@walnut-creek.org. Games will be played at the Tice Valley
Instructor : Elaine Wegenka
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Volleyball leagues
To request a registration winter packet or for questions about the
possible?” $37 supply fee due at first class
DATES DAY TIME
individuals on teams.
Community Gymnasium. Individuals looking to join a team may FEE/SESSIONS CR#
be placed on a free agents list by emailing Wes Allnutt at Allnutt@
3/14-4/18 Wed 1:00pm-2:30pm $97/6
4021
walnut-creek.org. Free agents list is distributed to team managers as
4/25-5/30 Wed 1:00pm-2:30pm $97/6
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we do not place individuals on teams.
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Adult
adult Drop-In sports
Sport/Fitness Groups
Drop-In Badminton
Continental Little League (925) 210-6141
Location: Tice Valley Gymnasium
Baseball and softball programs for boys and girls aged 7-15. Log on to www.continentalbaseball.com for information.
DATES
DAY
TIME
1/8-3/9
Mon Wed Fri
9:00am-12:00pm
fee
$5
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.
Drop-In Basketball Location: Tice Valley Gymnasium DATES
DAY
1/8-3/9 MonFri
TIME
fee
12:00pm-3:00pm $5
Drop-In Pickleball DAY
1/8-3/9
MonWedThur
1/12-3/9 Fri
TIME
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-Sat: 9am. Mon-Thur: 6:15pm Odyssey/Jrs. Girls Volleyball (925) 974-6219
Location: Tice Valley Gymnasium DATES
CYO Sports
fee
9:00am-1:00pm
$9
9:00am-12:00pm
$9
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
Drop-In Volleyball Fridays
WCASI Provides a recreational slow-pitch softball program at Heather Farm Park. For dates and for more information, go to www.wcasi.org.
Location: Tice Valley Gymnasium DATES
DAY
1/12-3/9 Fri
TIME
fee
7:00pm-10:00pm $6
Drop-In Volleyball Tuesdays
Walnut Creek Soccer Club (925) 407-5662
Location: Tice Valley Gymnasium DATES
DAY
1/9-3/6 Tue
TIME
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.
fee
9:00am-12:00pm $6
The WCSC is a youth soccer organization only, with players ages 6-18. For information, visit www.wcsc.org. Walnut Creek Youth Athletic Association (925) 933-4884
WCYAA offers recreational sports for boys and girls in grades K-11, including basketball, t-ball/baseball and summer soccer. Go to www.wcyaa.com for information.
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TECHNOLOGY & BUSINESS
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Tech Buddies: Creating a Photo Book with Shutterfly Learn how to transform the pictures you’ve been taking on your phone/tablet into a beautiful printed photo book of memories using the digital photo website, Shutterfly. This class covers the basics of creating a custom photo book and how to open a free account. The instructor will contact you prior to class to walk you through creating a digital folder of pictures for your photo book. Bring your Windows PC or Apple Mac laptop to class. Prerequisite: basic computer/internet skills Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Martha D. Strizich DATES DAY TIME
4/24
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $53/1
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Tech Buddies: iPad for Beginners Learn all about the iPad in this small group setting, where you can get your individual questions answered by the instructor. In the first meeting we’ll go over the iPad’s basic controls, commands, switches, settings and discover many of the exciting things your iPad can do for you. In our second meeting we explore what you can actually do with your iPad and learn about some of the iPad’s most useful built-in apps, such as Siri, Calendar and iBooks. Handouts included. Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Martha D. Strizich DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/12-4/19 Thu 1:00pm-3:00pm $78/2
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If you have an iPhone but want to learn more this hands-on class
Tech Buddies: Intermediate iPad
is for you. We’ll begin with the basics–how to use your iPhone’s
First, we go over some of the newer, more advanced features of the
buttons, controls, commands, and settings. Then we’ll look at how
iPad and discover tips and tricks for using your iPad more efficiently.
to make and take phone calls, send and receive text messages and
Then we delve into the world of apps – you’ll learn about the
manage your contacts. Time permitting we’ll also discuss some of
redesigned App Store, discover great apps for organizing, educating
the iPhone’s built-in apps, such as Siri, Calendar and Reminders.
and entertainment, and learn how to find apps that match your
Bring to class your iPhone, Passcode, and Apple ID and password.
interests. Other topics may include iCloud, Photo Sharing and Maps.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room
For those with basic iPad skills or iPad Beginners class.
Instructor : Martha D. Strizich
Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
3/22-3/29 Thu 1:00pm-3:00pm $78/2
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Instructor : Martha D. Strizich DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
5/24-5/31 Thu 1:00pm-3:00pm $78/2
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Tech Buddies: Tips and Tricks for Using Safari If you own an iPad or MacBook you’re probably using Apple’s
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built-in web browser, Safari, to search the web. But did you know Safari has other powerful capabilities you can use? Come to this three-hour hands-on class and discover tips for getting the most out of Safari. You’ll learn about setting Safari’s toolbars to suit your working style, managing tabs, and using bookmarks and favorites to stay organized. Bring your iPad or MacBook to class. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills. Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Martha D. Strizich DATES DAY TIME
5/15
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $53/1
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Tech Buddies: Using the Internet to Plan your Dream Trip This class will discuss the wide selection of internet travel tools and resources available today and walk you through the process of planning an unforgettable trip! You’ll learn where to find travel information and inspiration that fits your travel style, and how to research destinations that match your interests and budget. We’ll discuss the best internet travel sites to find deals on airfare, car rentals, and other transportation services, and book lodging anywhere in the world, and much more! Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : Martha D. Strizich DATES DAY TIME
5/2-5/9
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Wed 6:00pm-8:00pm$ $63/2
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NEW | Creative Writing: Short Stories This class will teach students to look deep within their own experiences, both life-changing and ordinary, and it will also teach them to venture outward to carefully observe the world around them. By connecting with our own heartfelt and often buried emotions toward life events, both common and extraordinary, and by seeing how others deal with the traumas and joys we all face, our creativity is set free, and honestly-written stories are bound to emerge. Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Barbara Schoichet
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Fee/Sessions CR#
4/11-5/30 Wed 3:00pm-5:00pm $203/8
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Adults 50+ Programs
Pancake Breakfast
Bazaar Group
Come and enjoy the best pancake breakfast in town. This event is
This is a great drop-in opportunity to learn or share craft ideas
held on the first Sunday of each month and is open to everyone.
while socializing with others and fundraising for the Club. Projects
This popular community event plays host to families large and
include a variety of crafts from decorative painting to crocheting to
small, grandparents and friends alike. We stop serving at 11:45am,
anything you’d like to explore. This is a group of fun-loving mem-
so be sure to come early!
bers who welcome newcomers. Materials for projects are provided and items created are sold in the display case and at the Annual
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall DATES DAY TIME
5/6
Holiday Boutique. Call (925) 943-5851 for more information.
FEE
Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room
Sun 12:00pm-2:45pm $3
DAY TIME
Wed 9:00am-3:00pm
Friday Social Mark your calendar for our monthly Friday Socials and treat yourself to an afternoon of great entertainment. A delicious soup and
Bingo
sandwich lunch can also be purchased for $5. Lunch reservations
Enjoy a fun afternoon of Bingo with other Bingo lovers. Cards are
must be made at least one week in advance of the lunch date by
sold separately for each session for $1 each. Paper games are also
calling (925) 943-5851. Pay at the door. If your plans change, please
played and are 25 cents for each square. This is a great activity for
cancel your reservation. Reservations are only held until 11:30am.
keeping your brain healthy and challenged, as well as having fun
For those not having lunch, there is no charge to attend.
with friends.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room
DATES
4/20, 5/18, 6/22
DAY TIME
FEE
DAY TIME
Fri
$5
Thu 12:30pm-3:00pm
11:00am-1:00pm
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Adults 50+ Bridge Open bridge for experienced players and for those who haven’t played recently. Partners are not required. Players are rotated into the group for that day’s play. Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room DAY TIME
FEE
Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm
$1
Tue 12:30pm-4:00pm
$1
Tue 8:30am-12:00pm
$1
Marathon Bridge Open bridge for experienced players. Partners are not required. Players are rotated into the group for that day’s play. Pre-registration through the Marathon Bridge coordinator is required. Please contact Barbara Meyer at (925) 689-3591. Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room
Creakers Softball
DAY TIME
FEE
Join our “over 50” softball program. Call Russ Mowrer at (925)
Fri 12:00pm-4:00pm
$20
935-8373. Fee is $75/year
Card Making Workshop
Cycling Club
Come and learn new techniques for card making in this fun and
The Cycling Club meets Thursdays at 9:00am (8:30am June
easy workshop. Pre-registration required. Register at the Civic Park
through August) for weekly rides. Walnut Creek Seniors club
Community Center. Call (925) 943-5851 for questions. Please bring
membership is required to participate. Contact coordinator Peter
a pair of scissors and glue. All other supplies included.
Culshaw at shotsfan@gmail.com for more information.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge DATES DAY TIME
FEE
Hooked on Books
4/30, 5/14
$10
If you love to read, enjoy talking about the books you’ve read and
Mon
9:00am-11:00am
want to spend time with others just like you, then this is a great
Club 55 Skiers
group to join. A wonderful club member, volunteer and avid reader
Enjoy mid-week rates, short lines and best of all, no driving! Week-
first Tuesday of the month to discuss our reading selections.
ly ski trips are scheduled for Wednesdays, weather permitting. We meet at Heather Farm Community Center at the large parking lot
has stepped forward to coordinate this program. We meet on the
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge
near the duck pond at 5:30am and return approximately at 6:30pm
DATES DAY TIME
To sign up for Club 55 contact Roger Lamm at rogerlamm@gmail.
5/1
FEE
Tue 1:00pm-3:00pm $1
com.
Investment Discussion Group All those interested in the market and investments are encouraged to join the investment discussion group to share experiences and insight with others. Visitors are welcome any time. No investing, this is purely a discussion group. We meet on the third Tuesday
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of the month. For questions, contact the Senior Club at (925) 9435851 or group coordinator Wayne Slater at (925) 938-2705. Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge DATES
DAY TIME
FEE
4/17, 5/15, 6/19
Tue
$1
1:30pm-3:00pm
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Adults 50+ Petanque Learn to play this French game that’s a cross between bocce ball and horseshoes. It’s fun and easy, and no experience is required. Meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Location : Civic Park Community Center Back Patio DAY TIME
Fee
Tue 2:00pm-4:00pm
$1
Pinochle Join a great group of card-playing men and women for a fun afternoon. All ability levels are welcome including those who want to learn how to play. Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room
Let’s Sing Do you love to sing songs from the Big Band Era of the 1930s and
DAY TIME
FEE
Mon 12:00pm-3:30pm
$1
Screentime
1940s and enjoy Broadway show tunes? Join the fun and receive
Enjoy watching feature-length films which are followed by a
some vocal instruction and have the opportunity to either sing as
discussion. You’ll view a variety of films featuring biographies,
part of the group or, if you would like, occasionally lead the group
musical programs, history, and documentaries. Your volunteer
in song. Short solo or duets are also available. Singing can lift
coordinator is happy to stay for an informal discussion after-
your spirits and provide a sense of physical and mental well-being.
wards with any members of the audience who wish to share their
Drop-in visitors are welcome. Lyrics are provided. Volunteer coor-
thoughts and ideas about that day’s program. Meets the second
dinator: Robin Wolf
Monday of the month.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
Location : Civic Park Community Center
DAY TIME
FEE
DATES
DAY TIME
Fri 1:30pm-3:00pm
$1
4/9, 5/14, 6/11
Mon
1:00pm-3:00pm
Mah-Jongg Drop-In
Sing-A-Long
Come and play American Mah-Jongg with us! Both experienced
If you love to sing in the shower and the idea of singing for fun
and new learners are welcome. Players are encouraged to bring
sounds attractive, then this is the group for you! Meet once each
their Mah-Jongg sets.
week to sing your favorite songs from the past including movies, musicals, and more.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall DAY TIME
FEE
Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm
$2
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. Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge
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FEE
5/7, 6/4
$1
Mon
12:00pm-3:00pm
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Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge DAY TIME
FEE
Fri 9:30am-11:00am
$1
Adults 50+ Snappy Cats Join the snappiest kazoo band in town! This fabulous group
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of musicians rehearses once each week and performs for area retirement communities.
Hot Meals
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
Hot meals are served daily, and anyone over 60 years is welcome.
DAY TIME
Call (925) 280-7310 from 10am to noon one day ahead for a
Fri 9:00am-10:30am
reservation. Suggested donation is $2. Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
Tennis
DAY TIME
Join other tennis players every Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:00am-12:00pm
Mon-Fri 12:00pm-1:00pm
at Larkey Park for a fun morning of tennis. This is an ongoing
No meals 4/2-4/6, 5/28
program and open to all adults over 50.
Bus Passes Trivia Fan-Atics
County Connection bus passes are available at the reception desk.
Do you enjoy the challenge of playing trivia? Want to have a good
Check purchases only (checks payable to County Connection).
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
Care Management
activity so no registration is required. Your hosts will be Bob and
The Care Manager can help you with a variety of senior resources,
Cindy Mohler.
services and information on senior topics. Care Management
Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall
appointments are available at the Civic Park Community Center
DATES DAY TIME
5/2
FEE
Wed 2:00pm-4:00pm $1
Walking Buddies Enjoy the company of friends and exercise at the same time.
the third Wednesday of the month from 9:00-11:30am. Call (925) 943-5851 to schedule your appointment. Spanish or Cantonese appointments can be accommodated upon request.
Deaf Seniors’ Club
The Tuesday group is for all walkers on local trails for one to
Deaf seniors from all over the Bay Area gather to enjoy informative
one-and-a-half hours. The Thursday group is more strenuous
speakers, table and card games, and parties. For information
for experienced hikers lasting two to three hours or more. Some
contact the Deaf Seniors Club at (925)326-4570. Contact the
Thursday hikes that are out of the area require the consent of the
Seniors Club by calling (925) 943-5851.
coordinator.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lobby - Civic Park
DAY TIME
DAY TIME
FEE
Wed 9:30am-4:00pm
Tue 8:15am-12:00pm
$2
Thu 8:15am-12:00pm
$2
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.
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Adults 50+ Insurance Counseling Medical Insurance Counseling (HICAP) is held the second Wednesday and fourth Tuesday of each month from 12:30-3:00pm. Call (925) 943-5851 for an appointment. 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-to-date on special events, classes, a variety of special interest
Senior Information is available through the Contra Costa County
drop-in activities, services and travel opportunities. For January-
Office on Aging. Call 1 (800) 510-2020.
December, 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
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.
including 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.
Senior Peer Counseling
Drop-In Activities
Senior peer counseling is available for individual one-on-one,
See activity descriptions for more info
45-minute counseling sessions the first and third Tuesday of each month from 10:00am-12:00pm. Call (925) 943-5851 for an appoint-
Mondays
ment.
Pinochle: 12:00pm–3:30pm, Multipurpose Room Movie Matinee: 1:00pm–3:00pm, 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 9:00am10:00am 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 3:30pm. (Please note: due to Wednesday reservations having limited availability, we
Screentime: 1:00pm-3:00pn, Lounge*
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
encourage you to make your medical appointments on most other
Wednesdays
days of the week.) Please call (925) 943-5851 for more information.
Bazaar Group: 9:00am–3:00pm, Multipurpose Room
You must be a Walnut Creek Seniors Club member to participate.
Trivia Fan-Atics: 2:00pm-4:00pm, Conference Room*
Thursdays
Wills Preparation Simple Wills Preparation is available by appointment on the first Monday of each month from 1:30pm-3:00pm. Call (925) 943-5851 for an appointment.
Bingo: 12:45pm–2:45pm, Multipurpose Room Cycling Club: Meet 9:00am Walking Buddies II: Meet 8:15am, Lobby
Fridays Friday Socials: 11:00am–1:00pm, Assembly Hall* 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
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Specialized Recreation
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Chabot Space & Science Center This trip is out of this world! Join us on a journey of knowledge and adventure as we visit the Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland. Bring a picnic sack lunch or extra money to purchase one
5 yrs & u p
there. Price includes: Transportation and museum admission. Drop
Adaptive Martial Arts/Karate
off and pick up at Civic Park Community Center
Join martial arts master Sensei Preston Jones for this great
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lobby
adaptive martial arts/karate program for special needs.
DATES DAY TIME
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
4/28
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/12-5/31 Thu 5:30pm-6:15pm $51/8
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1 6 yrs & u p
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:30am-3:00pm $40/1
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Dinner Clubs Join us as we tour the Bay Area to sample foods of various
Adaptive Cardio Fitness
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.
Join cardio fitness instructor Joline Sewell for this specially
Our Dinner Club meets one Wednesday each month and is limited
designed cardio program for special needs.
to the first ten participants who sign up. If needed, staff will assist
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge DATES DAY TIME
each participant with their meal and beverage selection. Drop off
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/9-5/21 Mon 5:30pm-6:15pm $45/7
3960
and pick up from the Civic Park Community Center. Price includes dinner, gratuity and transportation.
Dinner Club-San Francisco Creamery
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Adaptive Yoga
DATES DAY TIME
Join yoga instructor Kristen Stewart for this specially designed yoga program for special needs.
DATES DAY TIME
Wed 5:30pm-8:30pm $38/1
DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/11-5/30 Wed 6:00pm-6:45pm $51/8
4/18
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
5/16
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
Wed 5:30pm-8:30pm $38/1
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Movie Fest
Art with Anh This wonderful artistic experience will result in a masterpiece of your creation. You will be directed through the technique and process that will give you a work of art that you can cherish for a
Please join us for two entertaining films and popcorn. Movie titles will be determined at a later date. Appropriate for all ages. Price includes two movies and popcorn. Bring a sack lunch.
lifetime. Price includes all art supplies and instruction.
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge
Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall
DATES DAY TIME
DATES DAY TIME
5/12
Sat
3967
Dinner Club-Tomatina
Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge
5/26
3976
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
10:00am-2:00pm $25/1
Sat
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
11:00am-3:00pm $15/1
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Dances
Bowling & Pizza
Join us for an evening of dancing and fun. Please arrange for drop
Spend the morning bowling at Clayton Valley Bowl in Concord and enjoy a pizza lunch at Mountain Mike’s. Price includes transportation, bowling, shoes, and lunch. Location : Civic Park Community Center Lobby DATES DAY TIME
4/14
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
off and pick up at the location of the dance. Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room DATES DAY TIME
FEE/SESSIONS CR#
4/20
Fri
7:00pm-9:00pm $7/1
3979
5/18
Fri
7:00pm-9:00pm $7/1
3980
Sat 9:30am-2:00pm $35/1 3964
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Aquatics
AQUATICS
CLARKE SWIM CENTER
Recreational Swimming
Located in Heather Farm Park
Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all
1750 Heather Drive, Walnut Creek
times. Horseplay is not permitted. Swimming instruction of any
(925) 943-5856
kind is prohibited.
• Heated pools open year-round • Olympic size, 20-lane lap pool • Certified professional lifeguards • Heated locker rooms and showers • Fitness center with cardiovascular and weight equipment • Seasonal diving pool with 1-meter diving board • Seasonal children’s pool • Seasonal Inflatable in water obstacle courses • Rentable Birthday Party Picnic Area • Rentable meeting room
Clarke Swim Center
Current - June 10, 2018 50 meter pool only; Sat-Sun, 12:00pm-4:00pm *See facility description for closure dates
Lap Swimming All swimmers must swim continuous laps, in the true tradition of
• Vending machines
lap swimming. Circle swimming will be enforced in order to
FACILITY CLOSED
kind is prohibited. Fitness Center for use by adults, 18 and older.
April 1, June 2, 3. More dates TBD
Closed toe shoes and clothing must be worn at all times.
accommodate more swimmers. Swimming instruction of any
Use at own risk.
WEEKEND HOURS
May 28
LARKEY PARK SWIM CENTER
LAP SWIM (13yrs & older) Clarke Swim Center
Current – June 10, 2018
Located by the Lindsay Wildlife Experience
Monday - Friday
2771 Buena Vista Avenue, Walnut Creek
Monday - Thursday 7:00pm - 8:30pm
5:30am - 4:00pm
(925) 943-5861
Saturday - Sunday
• Newly renovated 25yr x 25m heated pool
*See facility description for closure dates
11:00am - 4:00pm
• 1 meter diving board • ADA access stairs • Certified professional lifeguards • Renovated locker rooms and showers • All Abilities Splash Pad with Play deck and slides • Rentable Party Picnic Area • Family changing/restroom/outdoor shower
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. Clarke Swim Center
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Aquatics
Admission Fees Everyone entering the facility must pay an admission fee. No refunds
Daily Admission Fees One time entrance - no in/out privileges. Children (6 and Under)
$3.50
Youth (7-17)
$4.50
Adults (18 & older)
$6.00
Lap Swim (13yrs & older)
$6.00
Splash Pass
$2.00 w/ any type of admission
(Clarke in/out privileges and Obstacle courses. Larkey spray ground only hours).
Discount 15 Swim Passes Valid for 1 year. No refunds.
party and day camp rentals Our facilities are great for end-of-the-year private school parties and summer day camp/care recreational swimming opportunities. Call now to reserve your spot for hours of summer fun. Contact Steven Thomas at (925) 943-5899, x-2448 or email sthomas@ walnut-creek.org for more information. Space is limited so sign up early!
Certification Courses American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (r2012) Lifeguard training leads the way to a great summer job or challenging career as a professional lifeguard. Through videos, guided discussion and hands-on practice, you’ll learn: teamwork, rescue techniques, surveillance skills, First Aid and CPR/AED and
Children (6 and under) $45.00
many other skills you need to work as a professional lifeguard.
Age (7-17) $60.00
Lifeguard training is a great way to stay active, meet people and
Age (18 & older) $73.50
prepare for an exciting and important lifesaving role.
Lap Swim (13yrs & Older) $73.50
Lap Swim/Fitness Center DISCOUNT Monthly Pass Monthly (based on 30 days) $65.00
• 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
6 Month
(based on 182 days) $375.00
FEE $213/ (Includes books & certification)
Annual
(based on 357 days) $714.00
Class 2561
Sat/Sun
9:30am-5:30pm
3/10-3/18
Class 2562
Tue - Fri
9:30am-5:30pm
4/3-4/6
SUMMER RECREATIONAL SWIM PASS Unlimited use during recreational swimming hours at both September 4, 2018 Non-refundable, non-transferable. Not valid for
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING REVIEW COURSE
lap swim or water exercise classes.
This course is designed for individuals that hold current
Per Person $70
certifications in Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED which will expire
($10 off purchase price if purchased before June 11, 2018)
soon (before this spring or summer 2017) who need to renew
Clarke Swim Center and Larkey Swim Center. Valid: June 9, 2018–
their certifications before they expire in half the time as a regular certification course. Participation in class does not constitute automatic renewal of certification. Must pass all written and practical exams to earn certificate. Must provide proof of current certification. Location Classroom, Clarke Swim Center FEE $100: (includes Lifeguard/First Aid, CPR/AED certification cards)
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9:30am-5:30pm
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9:30am-5:30pm
4/5-4/6
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Aquatics
Competitive Programs
Registration Information
Walnut Creek Aquabears Swim Team
Registration begins February 21
The nationally ranked Walnut Creek Aquabears Swim Team is a
Online: www.walnutcreekrec.org
year-round U.S.S. (United States Swimming) competitive program.
Fax to: (925) 938-7529
Head Coach: Mike Heaney, www.walnutcreekaquabears.org
Walk-in: Clarke Swim Center
(925) 939-5990
Mail to: City of Walnut Creek, Attn: Aquatics Registration, 301 N. San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek CA 94598.
Walnut Creek Masters Swim Team
No phone-in registrations accepted!, Registration form on page 89
Our Masters (ages 19-90) team is one of the finest and most fun in the country, providing a competitive swimming program and structured fitness program for adults of ALL abilities. *Drop-in: try any practice $8 (register at front counter). See team website for membership and practice times. Head Coach: Kerry O’Brien, www.swim4wc.org, (925) 280-5421
BEFORE REGISTERING FOR SWIM LESSONS The aquatics program offers a variety of classes for all ages. Find the class that is right for you! Please read the course descriptions and think carefully about the prerequisites. Placing your child in the correct class is crucial for his/her
Walnut Creek Aquanuts Synchronized Swim Team
The Walnut Creek Aquanuts is one of the most acclaimed teams in international synchronized swimming and home of Olympic
development. Please know that it may take your child more than one class session to graduate to the next level.
champions. The Aquanuts provide a year-round program for all
Transfers between classes are at the discretion of aquatics staff. Parents
ages and abilities.
may request transfers prior to the first day of the class. An evaluation
Head Coach: Kim Probst , www.aquanuts.org, (925) 934-4792
may take place the first – third day of a session. Instructors reserve the right to re-place your child if needed.
Walnut Creek Swim Club (WCSC)
WCSC is one of the oldest and finest recreational swim teams in the county celebrating our 53rd year. We pride ourselves in
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.
creating an atmosphere where not only do swimmers improve but there is great family fun for everyone! www.walnutcreekswimclub.org, director@walnutcreekswimclub.org
Exercise/Fitness Courses
Refunds are allowed up to seven business days prior to the first 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
Water Aerobics
you must drop a class due to serious illness or injury, please call: (925)
Shape up and slim down with invigorating water exercise! Use the
is required. $10 service fee applies.) We do give refunds for weather or
water’s natural buoyancy and resistance as an excellent form of
lack of student participation.
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. Shallow water and deep water classes offered. All classes are 50 minutes long. *Adding NEW CLASSES. Check website for new class details! Location : Clarke Swim Center $66/12-class punch ticket (valid 2 years) or drop-in $7
Classes: Mon - Fri
8:00am & 9:00am
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943-5899, ext 2438 or email Heaston@walnut-creek.org. (Doctor’s note
Aquatics
Splish Splash Party Area Reservations
Training Certificates or Ellis & Associates International Lifeguarding Certificates. Desirable candidates must enjoy the water, outdoors, and children, and possess a current lifeguarding certificate. We offer certification courses. You can also check online
Reserve table space for your pool side party at Clarke Swim
at RedCross.org or BAPPOA.org. For more information please
Center. Rental includes 5 picnic tables under a covered area.
call (925) 943-5859. For an application visit our web site at www.
Use of charcoal barbeque and access to refrigerator for food
WalnutCreekRec.org or come to Clarke Swim Center in Heather
storage. Admission for up to 30 guests during spring recreational
Farm Park. We will accept applications until all positions are full.
swimming hours. Weekends 12:00pm – 4:00pm. Package price: $200. Spring Rental Weekends: April 14 – May 27. Reservations open March 1, 2018. Summer Rental Weekends: Iune 9 – September 3. Reservations
Youth Programs A ges 6 - 1 4
open April 15, 2018.
YOUTH COMPETITIVE SWIM & STROKE CLASS
Add exclusive use of our inflatable water obstacle courses to your
Sessions are designed with the summer-recreational swim team
reservation package. Package information and reservations please call (925) 943-5899 ext. 2428 or email gerow@walnut-creek.org
swimmer in mind. Instruction includes each of the four competitive strokes and their associated turns, skills and drills. This course reviews County Swim Meet stroke and turn and
Looking for something inside? Poolside room rental also available
eligibility for 2017. Classes are taught by USA Walnut Creek
throughout the year. Please call/email for pricing and availability.
Aquabears (WCAB) swim team coaches.
Employment Opportunities Walnut Creek Aquatics is NOW HIRING for Spring & Summer 2018. We are looking for Lifeguards and/or Swim Instructors (15 yrs+) and support staff. We accept American Red Cross Lifeguard
Instructor : WCAB coaching staff Location Clarke Swim Center $143: 8 classes
Dates
Days
Ages 6-8 4:00-4:40pm
Ages 9-14 4:40-5:20pm
3/5-3/28 3/6-3/29
Mon/Wed Tue/Thu
2567 2568
2571 2572
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Aquatics
Swim Lessons Age s 3 & o lde r
Private Lessons $23
1 class SAT/TUE/THU 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. *Number in table indicates number of spots available
Sat
Session Times
3/10
3/17
3/24
3/31
4/7
4/14
4/21
4/28
5/5
5/12
5/19
10:15am
2
2
2
2
2
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10:40am
2
2
2
2
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Tue
11:05am
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
&
11:30am
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Thu
11:55 am
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Session Times
3/6
3/13
3/20
3/27
4/3
3/8
3/15
3/22
3/29
4/5
4:05pm
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
4:30pm
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
4:55pm
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
5:20pm
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
5:45pm
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
6:10pm
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
Tue
Thu
NEW! 2 day a week Sessions. Mondays/Wednesdays & Tuesdays/Thursdays. Sessions listed below
group Lessons AGES 10 moS-3 YRs
Guppy
AGES 3-7
Starfish
clarke swim center
$48.00: 6 classes 3 wks (weekdays) 6 wks (saturdays)
$57.00:
Parent/toddler basic water orientation class. Both parent and
Water adjustment for young children. Playing activities in the
toddler participate in this 30-minute class. Skills include water
water, students will work on bubble blowing, breath control,
adjustment for parents and toddlers, holding techniques, entry and
kicking (with support), floating (with support), and arm movement.
exit from the pool edge, games and songs. Floating, arm and leg movement, and breath control may also be included for older tod-
Session Times
dlers. All this makes for a positive experience for the child. Classes
4:30pm
are now 30 minutes.
Mon & Wed
Mon & Wed
Session Times
4/9-4/25
I
5:10pm
4015
III
4/30-5/16
V
5/21-6/6*
4016
Session Times Tue & Thu
Sat
5:10pm
I
4/10-4/26 4022
IV
I
4/9-4/25 4029
III
4/30-5/16 4049
V
5/21-6/6* 4052*
5:05pm
4034
4050
4054*
5:40pm
4042
4051
4055*
*No class Monday 5/28 (Memorial Holiday) Fee pro-rated Session Times
VI
5/1-5/17
5/22-67
4019
4020
Session Times
4/14-5/19
10:35am
4018
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3 weeks clarke swim center
4017*
*No class Monday 5/28 (Memorial Holiday) Fee pro-rated
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6 classes
VII
4:30pm
Tue & Thu
II
4/10-4/27 4032
IV
5/1-5/18 4056
VI
5/22-6/8 4059
5:05pm
4030
4057
4060
5:40pm
4036
4058
4061
Aquatics AGES 5-12
AGES 3-10
Seal
Seahorse $57.00: 6 classes
3 weeks
clarke swim center
$57.00: 6 classes
3 weeks
clarke swim center
Prerequisite: Pass Starfish or ability to perform equivalent skills.
Prerequisite: Pass Lobster or ability to perform equivalent skills.
Fundamental skill building class. Students must be comfortable
Increase endurance of front and back crawl. Students must be
with floating on front and back with support and submerge head
able to swim front and back crawl 15 yards, do 20 bobs, glide
for at least 5–10 seconds. Class objective: float without support
underwater, and tread water for at least 45 seconds. Class
and recover to a vertical position. Continue to work on kicking,
objective: continue with front and back crawl refinement, treading
arm strokes, and independence in shallow water.
water, diving, and introduction of breaststroke and scissor kick.
Session Times Mon & Wed
I
4/9-4/25
III
4/30-5/16
Session Times
V
5/21-6/6*
4:30pm
4025
4065
4068*
5:05pm
4028
4066
4069*
6:15pm
4063
4067
4070*
Mon & Wed
Tue & Thu
II
4/10-4/27
IV
5/1-5/18
VI
5:40pm
4035
III
V
4/30-5/16
5/21-6/6*
4090
4091*
*No class Monday 5/28 (Memorial Holiday) Fee pro-rated Session Times
*No class Monday 5/28 (Memorial Holiday) Session Times
I
4/9-4/25
Tue & Thu
II
4/10-4/26
5:40pm
4092
IV
VI
5/1-5/17
5/22-67
4093
4094
5/22-6/8
4:30pm
4038
4071
4074
5:05pm
4064
4072
4075
6:15pm
4031
4073
4076
AGES 6-14
Dolphin $57.00: 6 classes
3 weeks
clarke swim center
Prerequisite: Pass Seal or ability to perform equivalent skills.
AGES 4-12
Stroke refinement, coordination and endurance. Students must
Lobster
be able to swim at least 25 yards of front and back crawl, 15 yards
$57.00: 6 classes
3 weeks
clarke swim center
of elementary backstroke and breaststroke kick, and tread water
Prerequisite: Pass Seahorse or ability to perform equivalent skills.
for one minute. Class objective: continue stroke refinement and
Focus on unsupported front and back crawl skills. Students must
endurance. Introduce breast-stroke arms, dolphin kick, open turns
be able to do front and back crawl strokes with support, 10 bobs,
and more diving.
and float unsupported for at least 20 seconds. Class objective:
Session Times
introduce students to the basics of elementary backstroke, diving into deep water and treading water. Continue with front and back crawl. I
4/9-4/25
III
4/30-5/16
V
4039
4078
4081*
5:40pm
4026
4079
4082*
6:15pm
4077
4080
4083*
Session Times
II
4/10-4/26
IV
5/1-5/17
Session Times
5/21-6/6*
4:30pm
*No class Monday 5/28 (Memorial Holiday) Fee pro-rated
Tue & Thu
6:15pm
4040
III
V
4/30-5/16
5/21-6/6*
4095
4096*
*No class Monday 5/28 (Memorial Holiday) Fee pro-rated Session Times
Mon & Wed
Mon & Wed
I
4/9-4/25
VI
5/22-67
Tue & Thu
II
4/10-4/26
6:15pm
4097
IV
VI
5/1-5/18
5/22-6/8
4098
4099
A G E S 1 5 & o lde r
Adult/Teen
4:30pm
4033
4084
4087
$57.00: 6 classes
Sat
clarke swim center
5:40pm
4041
4085
4088
Instructors will work with students at their own pace to develop
6:15pm
4024
4086
4089
basic swimming skills. Skills will include floating, kicking, freestyle and backstroke, and more depending on individual skill level.
Sat
Session Times
4/14-5/19
VII
10:00am
4027
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WALNUT CREEK TENNIS CENTER HEATHER FARM PARK, 1751 HEATHER DRIVE • WWW.LifetimeActivities.COM • (925) 945-0105 • Registration begins February 21, 2018 • 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. • We offer two Spring Sessions that run for six weeks each. • FOR RESIDENTS: First time sign ups, please present proof of residency in person at the office to receive the resident rate.
Adult Tennis
ADULT TENNIS CLASSES (16 & older) Sessions are 6 weeks long • Target ratio is 6:1 unless otherwise indicated • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident Level Day Time Session 1 Fee Cardio Tennis Monday 8:00-9:00am 3/19-4/23 $108R/$119NR Cardio Tennis Wednesday 7:00-8:00pm 3/21-4/25 $108R/$119NR Cardio Tennis Friday 9:00-10:00am 3/23-4/27 $108R/$119NR Cardio Tennis Sunday 8:00-9:00am 3/25-4/29 $108R/$119NR Beginning Monday 9:00-10:30am 3/19-4/23 $162R/$178NR Beginning Monday 7:30-9:00pm 3/19-4/23 $162R/$178NR Beginning Thursday 9:00-10:00am 3/22-4/26 $108R/$119NR Beginning Saturday 11:00-12:00pm 3/24-4/28 $108R/$119NR Beginning Sunday 11:00-12:30pm 3/25-4/29 $162R/$178NR Advanced Beginning Monday 10:30-12:00pm 3/19-4/23 $162R/$178NR Advanced Beginning Monday 7:30-9:00pm 3/19-4/23 $162R/$178NR Advanced Beginning Thursday 10:00-11:30am 3/22-4/26 $162R/$178NR Advanced Beginning Thursday 6:30-8:00pm 3/22-4/26 $162R/$178NR Advanced Beginning Sunday 1:30-2:30pm 3/25-4/29 $108R/$119NR Intermediate/Advanced Monday 6:00-7:30pm 3/19-4/23 $162R/$178NR Intermediate/Advanced Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm 3/20-4/24 $162R/$178NR Intermediate/Advanced Wednesday 9:00-10:30am 3/21-4/25 $162R/$178NR Intermediate/Advanced Thursday 6:30-8:00pm 3/22-4/26 $162R/$178NR Intermediate/Advanced Friday 12:00-1:00pm 3/23-4/27 $108R/$119NR Intermediate/Advanced Saturday 8:00-9:00am 3/24-4/28 $108R/$119NR Intermediate/Advanced Sunday 10:00-11:00am 3/25-4/29 $108R/$119NR Advanced Wednesday 10:30-11:30am 3/21-4/25 $108R/$119NR Advanced Saturday 10:00-11:00am 3/24-4/28 $108R/$119NR Advanced Sunday 9:00-10:00am 3/25-4/29 $108R/$119NR Late Night Drill Monday 9:00-10:00pm 3/19-4/23 $108R/$119NR Late Night Drill Tuesday 9:00-10:00pm 3/20-4/24 $108R/$119NR Late Night Drill Wednesday 9:00-10:00pm 3/21-4/25 $108R/$119NR Backhand/Net Game Friday 11:00-12:00pm 3/23-4/27 $108R/$119NR Backhand/Net Game Saturday 3:30-4:30pm 3/24-4/28 $108R/$119NR Doubles Strategy Monday 6:00-7:30pm 3/19-4/23 $162R/$178NR Doubles Strategy Wednesday 8:00-9:00pm 3/21-4/25 $108R/$119NR Mixed Drill & Play Tuesday 11:00-12:30pm 3/20-4/24 $162R/$178NR Mixed Drill & Play Thursday 8:00-9:00am 3/22-4/26 $108R/$119NR Mixed Drill & Play Friday 9:00-10:00am 3/23-4/27 $108R/$119NR Mixed Drill & Play Sunday 4:30-5:30pm 3/25-4/29 $108R/$119NR Serve & Return Tuesday 6:00-7:30pm 3/20-4/24 $162R/$178NR Serve & Return Saturday 12:00-1:00pm 3/24-4/28 $108R/$119NR Specialty Shot Saturday 1:00-2:00pm 3/24-4/28 $108R/$119NR Ladies 3.5+ Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm 3/21-4/25 $108R/$119NR Ladies Drill & Play Wednesday 8:00-9:00pm 3/21-4/25 $108R/$119NR Men’s Advanced Drill Thursday 8:00-10:00pm 3/22-4/26 $216R/$238NR Men’s 3.5+ Thursday 8:00-10:00pm 3/22-4/26 $216R/$238NR Super Seniors 55+ Friday 10:00-11:00am 3/23-4/27 $108R/$119NR
adult PICKLEBALL at RUDGEAR PARK COURTS (Ages 16 & Older)
Session 2 4/30-6/4 5/2-6/6 5/4-6/8 5/6-6/10 4/30-6/4 4/30-6/4 5/3-6/7 5/5-6/9 5/6-6/10 4/30-6/4 4/30-6/4 5/3-6/7 5/3-6/7 5/6-6/10 4/30-6/4 5/1-6/5 5/2-6/6 5/3-6/7 5/4-6/8 5/5-6/9 5/6-6/10 5/2-6/6 5/5-6/9 5/6-6/10 4/30-6/4 5/1-6/5 5/2-6/6 5/4-6/8 5/5-6/9 4/30-6/4 5/2-6/6 5/1-6/5 5/3-6/7 5/4-6/8 5/6-6/10 5/1-6/5 5/5-6/9 5/5-6/9 5/2-6/6 5/2-6/6 5/3-6/7 5/3-6/7 5/4-6/8
Fee $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $108R/$119NR $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $162R/$178NR $108R/$119NR $162R/$178NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $162R/$178NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $108R/$119NR $216R/$238NR $216R/$238NR $108R/$119NR
Sessions are 6 weeks long • R=Resident,
NR=Non Resident • Target Ratio 8:1 otherwise indicated • Match Play and Strategy Class requires instructor approval Level Day Time Session 1 Fee Session 2 Fee Beginning Thursday 9:00-10:00am 3/22-4/26 $60R/$66NR 5/3-6/7 $60R/$66NR Beginning Friday 9:00-10:00am 3/23-4/27 $60R/$66NR 5/4-6/8 $60R/$66NR Advanced Beginning Thursday 10:00-11:00am 3/22-4/26 $60R/$66NR 5/3-6/7 $60R/$66NR Advanced Beginning Friday 10:00-11:00am 3/23-4/27 $60R/$66NR 5/4-6/8 $60R/$66NR Match Play & Strategy Thursday 11:00-12:00pm 3/22-4/26 $60R/$66NR 5/3-6/7 $60R/$66NR Match Play & Strategy Friday 11:00-12:00pm 3/23-4/27 $60R/$66NR 5/4-6/8 $60R/$66NR Private Pickleball Lessons: $80 for a group of up to 4 people (1hour). Individual private lessons $45 (45 min) or $249 for a 6-pack.
youth PICKLEBALL at RUDGEAR PARK COURTS (Ages 7-15)
Sessions are 6 weeks long • R=Resident, NR=Non
Resident • Student / teacher ratio is 8:1 Level Youth Beginning Youth Intermediate
Day Friday Friday
Time 4:00-5:00pm 5:00-6:00pm
Session 1 3/23-4/27 3/23-4/27
Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR
Session 2 5/4-6/8 5/4-6/8
Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR
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Youth Tennis LITTLE TENNIS & ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT (Ages 4-6) Target ratio is 5:1 • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident Level Day Time Little Tennis Tuesday 5:15-6:00pm Little Tennis Thursday 3:15-4:00pm Little Tennis Friday 3:15-4:00pm Little Tennis Saturday 9:15-10:00am Little Tennis Sunday 9:15-10:00am Little Tennis Sunday 1:45-2:30pm
Sessions are 6 weeks long
Session 1 3/20-4/24 3/22-4/26 3/23-4/27 3/24-4/28 3/25-4/29 3/25-4/29
Fee $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR
Session 2 5/1-6/5 5/3-6/7 5/4-6/8 5/5-6/9 5/6-6/10 5/6-6/10
Fee $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR $90R/$99NR
Session 1 3/19-4/23 3/19-4/23 3/21-4/25 3/22-4/26 3/23-4/27 3/24-4/28 3/24-4/28 3/24-4/28 3/25-4/29
Fee $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR
Session 2 4/30-6/4 4/30-6/4 5/2-6/6 5/3-6/7 5/4-6/8 5/5-6/9 5/5-6/9 5/5-6/9 5/6-6/10
Fee $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR
LITTLE RALLYER (Ages 6-9) Sessions are 6 weeks long Target ratio is 5:1 • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident Level Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer
Day Monday Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Saturday Sunday
Time 4:00-5:00pm 5:00-6:00pm 3:00-4:00pm 4:00-5:00pm 3:30-4:30pm 8:00-9:00am 10:00-11:00am 4:30-5:30pm 12:30-1:30pm
INTRO TO TOURNAMENT PLAY (AGES 6-9) Sessions are 6 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 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 11:00-12:00pm 10:00-11:00am
Session 1 3/19-4/23 3/21-4/25 3/23-4/27 3/24-4/28 3/25-4/29
Fee $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR
Session 2 4/30-6/4 5/2-6/6 5/4-6/8 5/5-6/9 5/6-6/10
Fee $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR
Fee $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $126R/$139NR $132R/$145NR
Session 2 5/3-6/7 5/4-6/8 5/5-6/9 5/5-6/9 5/6-6/10 5/2-6/6 5/2-6/6 5/5-6/9 5/5-6/9
Fee $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $126R/$139NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $126R/$139NR $132R/$145NR
Session 2 5/2-6/6 5/2-6/6 5/4-6/8 5/5-6/9 5/6-6/10
Fee $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR
YOUTH TENNIS (Ages 7-15) Sessions are 6 weeks long 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) 4:1 Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (10-15) Youth Tennis - Beg/Inter (10-15) 4:1
Day Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Sunday Wednesday Wednesday Saturday Saturday
Time 5:00-6:30pm 4:30-6:00pm 8:30-10:00am 2:00-3:30pm 11:00-12:30pm 6:00-7:00pm 7:00-8:00pm 11:30-1:00pm 5:30-6:30pm
Session 1 3/22-4/26 3/23-4/27 3/24-4/28 3/24-4/28 3/25-4/29 3/21-4/25 3/21-4/25 3/24-4/28 3/24-4/28
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT TEAMS (Ages 8-15) Sessions are 6 weeks long Target ratio is 8:1 • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • Tryout is required for this class Level Jr. Development Jr. Development Jr. Development Jr. Development Jr. Development
Day Wednesday Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday
Time 4:00-6:00pm 6:00-8:00pm 6:00-8:00pm 1:00-3:00pm 2:30-4:30pm
Session 1 3/21-4/25 3/21-4/25 3/23-4/27 3/24-4/28 3/25-4/29
Fee $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR $168R/$185NR
Spring Break Youth Camps Level Little Tennis (ages4-6) (5:1) Little Tennis (ages4-6) (5:1) Jr. Development (ages 7-15) (8:1) Jr. Development (ages 7-15) (8:1)
Day M-F M-F M-F M-F
Time 9:00am-11:00am 11:30am-1:30pm 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30pm-3:30pm
Date 4/2-4/6 4/2-4/6 4/2-4/6 4/2-4/6
Fee per Camp $162R/$178NR $162R/$178NR $195R/$216NR $195R/$216NR
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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Open Space
OPEN SPACE
Ranger-Led Programs Owl Prowl at Old Borges Ranch Saturday March 31, 7:00 to 9:00pm, Shell Ridge Open Space Join us on our annual owl prowl as we search for the resident owls that live on and around the ranch. We will begin the program with a short presentation in the historic 1903 Carriage Barn, followed by a walk around the ranch and into Shell Ridge Open Space in search of owls and other night time critters. Please park in the upper parking lot at Borges Ranch. We will meet in the Carriage Barn. Remember to bring a flashlight, dress appropriately and wear sturdy shoes. Reservations are required. The program will be limited to 20 people. A donation of $2.00 per person or $5.00 per family is requested. Please call or email Ranger Dan Bylin at 925/943-5899 x 2162 or bylin@walnut-creek.org for reservations.
Fire Defensible Spaces in a Grassland Neighborhood (Resource management program) Programs are available for reservation upon receipt of this
Saturday April 7, 10:00am to 12:00 noon, Old Borges Ranch
brochure. If you are bringing a group of five or more then
Carriage Barn
reservations are required for all programs. Pets are not permitted at ranger-led interpretive programs, camping or special events. Most programs are 1 – 1½ hours in length. Children under 16 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Rain the day of the program or heavy rain in the days leading up to a program will cancel most programs. Please call the ranger listed for more information or to confirm that weather has cancelled a program. Open Space maps are available at Ranger Stations or by sending a message including your mailing address to dollard@walnut-creek.org.
Each year the Open Space Division spends over $35,000 to create fire breaks around the Open Space sites that help protect our neighbors from grassland fires. The Open Space Supervising Ranger will discuss the Open Space Division’s actions and share ideas on what adjacent homeowners can do to help protect their property. This is a program in the continuing series on resource management issues in the Open Space. This program is free. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting Supervising Ranger Nancy Dawson Dollard at 925/943-5899 x2135 or by e-mail to dollard@walnut-creek.org
Note: We expect to add spring wildflower walks and perhaps additional mountain bike programs to this spring’s list of
Howe History Tour
programs. Watch for more information at the ranger stations,
Sunday, April 15, 1:00 to 2:30pm, Howe Homestead Park
kiosks and on the Walnut Creek Open Space Facebook page for
From around the world James Howe lived an amazing life as an
up to date information.
Associated Press correspondent before settling in Walnut Creek. Hobbies such as winemaking, smoking meats, and pigeon flutes kept him busy here at “Gopher Gulch Ranch.” We will talk about his amazing history and look at some of the photo displays in the Dutch Kitchen. Reservations are not required and there is no fee but donations are welcome. For more information contact Ranger Art Janke at (925) 943-5899 x-3521.
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Open Space Frog Fanatics: Save the Frogs Day Saturday April 28, 7:30 – 9:00pm Celebrate the 10th Annual Save the Frogs Day at our Frog Fanatics program. We will meet in the 1903 Carriage Barn at Old Borges Ranch for a short indoor program on our native frogs and toads. Then, as darkness falls on the ranch, we will head down to Bob Pond with our flashlights and search for the frogs and toads that can be found in the pond. A donation of $2 per person or $5 per family is requested. Dress appropriately, wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. For more information contact Dan Bylin at (925) 9435899 x-2162 or bylin@walnut-creek.org.
Who Pooped in the Park? Sunday, May 6, 1:00 to 2:30pm, Lime Ridge Many animals call Lime Ridge home, yet they are rarely seen. How do we know they are here? The signs they leave behind tell us who’s in the park and what they are doing. Join us on a search for scat, tracks and other animal signs in the park. Meet the ranger in the parking lot located at the corner of Ygnacio Valley Road and
Lime Ridge Hike Sunday, May 13, 9:00 to 10:30am, Lime Ridge Open Space
Montecito Drive. Reservations are not required and there is no fee
Put on your hiking boots and grab some water, a snack and a hat.
for this program but donations are welcome. For more information
It’s time to join Ranger Art Janke on a guided hike into incredible
contact Ranger Art Janke at (925) 943-5899 x-3521.
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.
Two Day Birding Program: Neotropical Migrants: International Migratory Bird Day Friday May 11, 6:00 to 8:00pm and Saturday May 12, 8:00am to 12:00pm
Meet the ranger at the parking lot at the intersection of Ygnacio Valley Road and Montecito Drive. Reservations are not required and there is no cost for the program but donations are welcome. For more information contact Ranger Art Janke at (925) 943-5899 x-3521.
Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day at this two-day program about the wonders of bird migration. Discover the birds that call Shell Ridge Open Space their home in the spring and summer and then spend the fall and winter in the tropics of Mexico, Central and
On-Going Programs
South America. We will learn how these birds are capable of flying thousands of miles every year to come and raise their chicks in our backyards. On Friday we will be in the Carriage Barn for a two hour lecture and slide program. Saturday morning will find us searching
Spring Night Hikes in the Open Space Friday March 30, Tuesday May 29 and Wednesday June 27
for our neotropical migrants around Old Borges Ranch and Shell
Join Ranger Corri Frazier for a hike under the beautiful night sky
Ridge Open Space. Reservations are required and the class size is
with a bright full moon overhead. You know, spring awakening
limited to 15 people. The registration fee is $15.00 per person for
happens at night also. Come check out the really wild Walnut
the two-day program. Contact Ranger Dan Bylin for information at
Creek night life. You must make reservation for this program. The
(925) 943-5899 x-2162 or byline@walnut-creek.org.
time and location will be given out to those who get on the list with Ranger Corri Frazier at frazier@walnut-creek.org. Be sure to dress for the weather.
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Open Space April Walk: Lime Ridge Open Space Saturday, April 14, 9:00 to 11:00am Lime Ridge offers a variety of habitats for birds. Our hike will take us through grasslands, chaparral, oak woodlands and buckeye groves. With the variety of habitats we never know what might show up. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Valley Vista Road next to Boundary Oak Golf Course.
May walk (Please see the Two Day Birding Program listed for May 11 and 12)
June Walk: Acalanes Open Space Saturday, June 9, 8:00 to 10:00am We will bird watch the woodlands along Putnam creek. This is a good place for nesting songbirds including vireos, orioles and flycatchers. Putnam Creek usually has water flowing in it year round and is a magnet for wildlife. We will meet at the end of Sousa Drive.
Farm Animal Fun at Old Borges Ranch Saturdays, April 28, May 26 and June 16, 11:00am
Monthly Bird Walks Join Ranger Dan Bylin to learn about our local bird life. While we search for birds we will discuss identification tips, behaviors, habitat requirement and other interesting facts about our feathered friends. Be sure to bring binoculars and a small notepad to record your observations. Carry water and a hat, and wear sturdy shoes. Rain cancels birding programs. For more information call Ranger Dan Bylin at (925) 943-5899 x-2162. Please see the schedule pg. 84.
Old Borges Ranch in Shell Ridge Open Space 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 animal chores and meet some of the Pleasant Hill 4-H members that own and care for the large animals. Help collect the chicken eggs and clean the coop, clean and care for the goats and sheep, and learn how and what we feed all the animals. Come prepared to learn while we work. Be sure to bring your work gloves and wear sturdy shoes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information contact Ranger Dan Bylin at bylin@
March Walk: Old Borges Ranch Saturday March 10, 9:00 to 11:00am Join us as we welcome the Bullock’s orioles back to Old Borges
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Old Borges Ranch Open “Historic” House
Ranch for the spring and summer. We will be walking the grounds
Saturdays April 28, May 26 and June 16, 1:00 to 3:00pm
around the historic ranch and the woodlands around the Hanna
Old Borges Ranch in Shell Ridge Open Space
Grove Picnic Area in search of our early spring migrants. This is the time of the year when neo-tropical migrants arrive in our area
Join us at the ranch as we open the Historic Ranch House doors
and begin preparing for the breeding season. The orioles usually
for you to tour at your own pace. Open Space Ranger staff will
begin to arrive and start singing in March. Meet in the Old Borges
be on hand to answer any questions you might have about the
Ranch parking lot in Shell Ridge Open Space at 1035 Castle Rock
Borges family and their historic ranch.
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GOLF
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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facility rentals
Make the Most of Every Celebration Whether it’s a business meeting, birthday party, or the celebration of a lifetime‌City of Walnut Creek has a facility for you! Choose from a variety of settings and room sizes, all at affordable prices, and bring your own caterer to customize your party. Big or small, we can do it all.
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THREE LARGE VENUES
RECEPTIONS & MORE! WEDDINGS, PARTIES,
• Each over 3,000 square feet
CORPORATE MEETINGS & MORE! • Two locations in unique
facility rentals
park settings • Capacities ranging from 200-300 guests • Facilities include kitchens and on-site parking • No preferred vendor list • Rental fees from $105 to $195/hour
MEETING ROOMS, CLASSROOMS & MORE! • Additional rooms accommodate 15-300 attendees • Projection screens and WiFi at most facilities Our venues can accommodate:
Weddings
• Rental fees from $30 to $105/hour
Birthdays Facility Rental Office Graduations Heather Farm Community Center Retirements
(925) 256-3575
Bat/Bar Mitzvah Parties
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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 Lindsay Wildlife Experience, 1931 First Avenue, 94597 Park Place, 1395 Civic Drive, 94596 Professional Education Center, 2905 Salvio Street, 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 Justin Wedel, Mayor; Cindy Silva, Mayor Pro Tem; Rich Carlston; Loella Haskew; Kevin Wilk City Manager Dan Buckshi Director of Arts & Recreation Kevin Safine Arts Commission Joe Bologna; Glynnis Cowdery; Jane Emanuel; Ann Merideth; Anita Sagastegui Park, Recreation & Open Space Commission Jodi Davenport; Robert Kearsley; Brendan Moran; 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 february 21
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
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ACCOUNT #
CLASS #
2ND CHOICE
START DATE
CLASS #
EXP DATE
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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Please indicate whether: Parent
Participant
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policies RefundS/creditS
• All credits on account are valid
• Supply fees are payable to the
our programs. If you have any spe-
• Refunds/credits are subject to a
for a maximum of one year.
instructor at the first class. Please
cial needs that may require specific
service charge of $10 per person,
• Failure to attend program or
do not include supply fees with
accommodations, please call (925)
per class. Refunds are processed
“no-shows” will not be granted a
your registration fees.
943-5858.
within three weeks.
refund/credit.
• Accounts with credit amounts un-
• 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 credit card for
the first day of class, a credit valid
tions include a $3 administrative
automatic payment processing. In
for one year may be permitted for
processing fee.
order to use a different method of
use toward a future course.
• Fees must be paid in full at time
payment, customers may pay prior
• Withdrawal requests after the first
of registration by cash, money
to any scheduled payment date(s).
class meeting are subject to partial
order, VISA, MasterCard, Discover,
credit less service charge and pro-
AMEX or check payable to the City
rated course fees.
of Walnut Creek, unless otherwise
• No refund requests are accepted
stated in program description.
after the last class meeting.
• All payments are processed upon
ADA Accommodations In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City of Walnut Creek encourages those
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 for Spring 2018. The deadline is February 23, 2018. Walnut Creek Recreation scholarships are accepted on an on-going basis.
receipt.
with disabilities to participate in
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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lesher center for the arts
2017 - 2018 Season
Parents and Kids: Don’t miss Seed Vortex, Ned Kahn’s giant spinning sculpture, and multiple other
Our 50th Anniversary celebration continues!
participatory artworks like Cloud Rings that explore the nexus of art and science, on view through March 25.
March 30 - April 29, 2018
Personal to Political Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press BY
Willy Russell
DIRECTED BY
George Maguire
Kerri Shawn stars as Shirley Valentine,
April 15–June 24, 2018 Opening Reception: Sunday, April 15, 3-5pm
a housewife from Liverpool, England who is feeling trapped in a world of domesticity and needs a change in her life before she has another conversation with the walls. When her friend invites her on a trip to a Greek island, Shirley jumps at the chance.
There is no singular way to address the conversation of race and representation in contemporary art. The artists of Personal to Political capture the personal narratives and political battles of African American artists across the country, reflecting a collective experience expressed in uniquely different ways. Berkeley fine art printmaker Paulson Fontaine Press has a long tradition of supporting both established and under-represented artists who, in their studio practice, work in a broad reach of media and conceptual approaches.
Volunteer at the Bedford! Reward yourself by becoming a DIRECTED BY
JEFF COLLISTER
CHOREOGRAPHY BY
JENNIFER PERRY
MUSICAL DIRECTION BY
DAN FEYER
When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right again before Mom's big wedding.
Bedford Gallery volunteer! Our many volunteer opportunities are a fun way to make friends, learn about art, and help foster love of the arts in our community. No experience necessary, all training is provided. Learn more at www.bedfordgallery. org/volunteer.
1601 Civic Drive Downtown Walnut Creek (925) 943-7469 www.LesherARTScenter.org
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City of Walnut Creek 301 N San Carlos Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Giving in Gratitude Giving in Gratitude is a new service group hosted by Walnut Creek Recreation giving those ages 50 and better the opportunity to give back to their community without a longterm commitment. These meaningful service opportunities will spark reflection, civic engagement, and empower you to make a difference. Why join? Empower yourself to make a difference • Connect with your community • Inspire change • Meet new people • Strengthen your community Spring: Habitat for Humanity (#4473) – March 8, 2018 8:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Summer: Monument Crisis Center (#4474) – June 8, 2018 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fall: Bay Area Crisis Nursery (#4475) – September 13, 2018 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Winter: Contra Costa County Food Bank (#4476) – December 7, 2018 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quarterly event is $10 which includes a t-shirt for first time volunteers and transportation and commences with a reception, giving participants an opportunity to reflect on their day and connect with their peers. Space is limited.
Learn more at walnut-creek.org/ArtsAndRec