Winter Camps are filling up fast. See pg. 7 - 8 & 14 for options!
Upcoming special events include Night at the Ice Rink, in partnership with Walnut Creek Downtown. See website for details.
Looking for combined Adult/Youth classes? See intergenerational programs (pg. 16 - 17)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Find Us Online 24/7
Arts + Rec Programs: WalnutCreekArtsRec.org
Class Registration: WalnutCreekArtsRec.org
Email: artsrec@walnut-creek.org
Phone: (925) 295-1490
Customer Support
Monday - Friday from 9am - 4pm
Saturday - Sunday 9am - 3pm
Clarke Swim Center 9am - 4pm
Arts + Rec Gift Cards
Spread joy while supporting your favorite Arts + Rec program! Gift cards are available for future purchases with Bedford Gallery, Center for Community Arts, Lesher Center for the Arts, and Walnut Creek Recreation. Surprise a loved one with access to entertainment, learning, and new discoveries! Learn more at bit.ly/ARgiftcards
Scholarships Available
Are you interested in financial aid to participate in a class, workshop, camp, swim lesson, or preschool program offered by the Center for Community Arts or Walnut Creek Recreation? We want to hear from you! For eligibility and application forms, visit walnut-creek.org/scholarships.
FAQs: Answers to questions online at walnut-creek.org/artsrecfaq
REGISTRATION information
Community Arts Preschool: Registration for Winter 2024 and the 2024-25 school year is open. Visit communityarts.org/preschool for more info, or email preschool@communityarts.org.
Walnut Creek Senior Travel: Explore new day trips and travel experiences year-round (pg. 32) “In compliance with California Senate Bill 478, the “Honest Pricing Law,” our registration fees include all affiliated prices.”
VISION: The leader in providing creative experiences that bring people together.
MISSION: To impact lives in an inclusive, fun, and innovative environment.
VALUES: High Quality & Excellence; Exceptional Customer Experience; Collaboration; Innovation; Fun
EQUITY STATEMENT: At Walnut Creek Arts + Rec, we recognize that implicit and explicit disparities exist due to historical and systemic barriers to equality. We believe we can support a more equitable community by uniting people through shared experiences. We aspire to intentionally learn, create, and grow together with our community. We strive to foster a diverse and reflective staff that propels our efforts toward accessible, inclusive, and culturally meaningful arts and recreation experiences.
• Adult Classes - pg 19 - 28
• Aquatics - pg 5
• Bedford Gallery Programs - pg 35
• Intergenerational Classes - pg 16 - 17
• Lesher Center for the Arts - pg 36-37
• Preschool - pg 9
• Registration & Scholarship Information - pg 2, 39
• Resources for Seniors - pg 30 - 32
• Youth Camps - pg 7 - 8, 14
• Walnut Creek Open Space Programs - pg 33 - 34
• Youth Classes - pg 10 - 15
How to read the class information
AQUATICS PROGRAMS
SWIM CENTERS
Clarke Swim Center
1750 Heather Dr, Walnut Creek
Larkey Swim Center and Sprayground
(Closed for off-season team use)
2771 Buena Vista Ave, Walnut Creek WalnutCreekArtsRec.org/aquatics
Admission Fees
Daily Admission Entrance (no in/out privileges)
Children 6 and Under
Youth (7-17 yr)
Adult (18 yr +)
Lap Swim (13 yr +)
Splash Pass Only
$5
$6
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$3 (w/paying individual)
*The SplashPass is the additional fee charged to use the inflatables at Clarke or allow in/out privileges.
Membership Options
Lap Swim Monthly Pass (30 days)
$96 (25% discount based on 4 swims/week)
10 punch pass (Adult/Lap)
$76 (5% discount)
20 punch pass (Adult/Lap)
$144 (10% discount)
30 punch pass (Adult/Lap)
$204 (15% discount)
*All Passes, valid for one year from the date of purchase.
Competitive Programs
Walnut Creek Aquabears Swim Team walnutucreekaquabears.org
Walnut Creek Masters Swim Team swim4wc.org
Walnut Creek Swim Club walnutcreekswimclub.org
WC Aquanuts Synchronized Swim Team aquanuts.org
Clarke Swim Center
Closed: 11/28, 12/25, 1/1
Modified Hours: 11/29, 12/24, 12/31
*Additional Closures and special hours can be found online at WalnutCreekArtsRec.org/aquatics
Winter Lap Swim Hours at Clarke Swim Center (13 yr +)
Monday - Friday 5:30am-4:00pm
Monday - Thursday 7:00pm-8:00pm Saturday and Sunday 11:00am-4:00pm
Learn to Swim
Recreational Swim Hours at Clarke Swim Center
Weekends Year-Round Saturday and Sunday 12:00 pm-4:00 pm
Water Aerobics at Clarke Swim Center
$10 drop-in fee or $96 for a 12-class punch pass. Check online for the latest schedule.
We do not offer swim lessons in the Winter quarter. Spring Swim Lessons will be viewable online on January 12, 2025, and registration will start at 12:00pm on February 12, 2025.
SPORTS After School
After School Sports is Continues! Students at Foothill Middle School, Walnut Creek Intermediate and Tice Creek can sign up for Winter and Spring sports now! Join us on the court for basketball and volleyball offerings, on the mat with our Yoga and Pilates class, on the green with our golf team, or in the kitchen with our pickleball program!
We’re now recruiting coaches for all our sports offerings. Have questions or are interested in being a coach? Email
Coaches will be trained by the Positive Coaching Alliance through the National
Youth camps
WINTER CAMPS
The Yoga of Cooking Farmer’s Market and Artisanal Chocolate Camp, Ninja Camp and more!
Youth Improvement & Junior Development Tennis Camps
7 Players Per Court
Adult Pickleball Round Robin Camp
8 Players Per Court
16y+ 1/2-1/3 Th-Fri 5:00pm - 7:00pm $99
Register Online At Lt.clubautomation.com - View Full Camp Descriptions At Www.lifetimeactivities.com
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Walnut Creek Tennis Center 1751 Heather Drive ∙ Office (925) 945-0105 or (925) 945-1102
8-Week Session ∙ Registration Opens Oct. 29th at 10am Register online on the Player Portal (https://app.courtreserve.com/ Online/Portal/Index/13230) or on the Lifetime Activities Mobile App Enable push & email notifications for updates regarding class cancellations View Registration & Refund Policy at: www.lifetimeactivities.com/policies-refunds/ The Inclement Weather Policy will apply as written on our website: www.lifetimeactivities.com/walnut-creek/inclement-weather-policy/
Ready! Rally! Play! (Age 7-15): For Beginning To Intermediate Players..
Junior Development (Age 8-15): For Intermediate To Advanced Players. Instructor Approval Required.
Register online at https://app.courtreserve.com/Online/Portal/Index/13230 | www.lifetimeactivities.com
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Intergenerational classes
Join us for a special evening designed for friends and families with sensory needs. In partnership with the Walnut Creek Downtown Association, this event offers a welcoming and supportive ice skating experience. Individuals with disabilities skate for free, while family members and caregivers can join the fun at standard rink pricing. Be sure to register in advance to secure your spot and enjoy a magical night on the ice! Monday, January 6, 2025, 5:00M-7:00PM. See below
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year-round court rentals available at Heather Farm and Northgate High School for $35/
Picnic site rentals at Larkey Park and Heather Farm Park that can be booked 120 days in advanced online, year-round —maybe QR code(s) for quick access to the picnic page
Year-round sand court rentals available at Heather Farm and Northgate High School for $35/hour.
Picnic site rentals at Larkey Park and Heather Farm Park that can be booked 120 days in advanced online, year-round.
Scan QR for more info.
Adult classes
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Drawing, Painting and Printmaking
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Personal Enrichment
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Adult Tennis classes
Adult Tennis & Pickleball Programs (16y+)
Walnut Creek Tennis Center ∙ 1751 Heather Drive ∙ Office (925) 945-0105 or (925) 945-1102 8-Week Session ∙ Registration Opens Oct. 30th at 10am ∙ Ratios = players per court. Register online on the Player Portal (https://app.courtreserve.com/Online/Portal/Index/13230) or on the Lifetime Activities Mobile App Enable push & email notifications for updates regarding class cancellations. View Registration & Refund Policy at: www.lifetimeactivities.com/policies-refunds/ The Inclement Weather Policy will apply as written on our website: www.lifetimeactivities.com/walnut-creek/inclement-weather-policy/
Adult Tennis Programs (16y+)
Contact Walnut Creek Tennis Center directly at (925) 945-0105 or lifetimeactivities.com to register.
Adult Tennis classes
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Adult Specialty Tennis Programs (16Y+)
Small Ratio Tennis Lessons
Walnut Creek Tennis Center 1751 Heather Drive ∙ Office (925) 945-0105
Registration Opens Oct. 30th at 10am. Please register in person or by phone; no online registration 3-Week Sessions. Enable push & email notifications for updates regarding class cancellations. View Registration & Refund Policy at: www.lifetimeactivities.com/policies-refunds/ The Inclement Weather Policy will apply as written on our website: www.lifetimeactivities.com/walnut-creek/inclement-weather-policy/
Description: SRLs / Small Ratio Lessons are Park & Rec offerings that provide learning opportunities for students at a 1:1 or 2:1 ratio.
Make-Ups: A makeup may be scheduled in the event of a cancellation by Lifetime Activities due to inclement weather. Makeups may be scheduled at the same day and time on the week following the last scheduled lesson for the session/mini-session. Per our Class Makeup Policy, there will be no makeups for personal absences.
Substitutions (for SRLs only): In the event that a registered student is unable to attend class during the scheduled time, they may send a substitute.The name and contact information of the substitute must be communicated via email to walnutcreek@lifetimeactivities.com no later than the start time of the SRL for that day. The substitute or the substitute’s parent/guardian must sign a participation waiver prior to the lesson.
adult & youth pickleball classes
DROP-IN SPORTS AT TICE VALLEY GYM
Pickleball and Badminton return this Winter. Pickleball: Tuesday and Thursday, Badminton: Monday and Wednesday.
Join us Monday through Thursdays, 10am-2pm, from September 2, 2024 through May 22, 2025. Fees are $7 per session or $60 for a 10-visit sports pass. Please bring your own balls, paddles, and non-marking court shoes.
Pickleball Walnut Creek Tennis Center ∙ 1751 Heather Drive ∙ Office (925) 945-0105 or (925) 945-1102
8-Week Session ∙ Registration Opens Oct. 30th at 10am. Register online on the Player Portal (https://app.courtreserve.com/ Online/Portal/Index/13230) or on the Lifetime Activities Mobile App. Enable push & email notifications for updates regarding class cancellations. View Registration & Refund Policy at: www.lifetimeactivities.com/policies-refunds/. The Inclement Weather Policy will apply as written on our website: www.lifetimeactivities.com/walnut-creek/inclement-weather-policy/
Adult Pickleball Classes (16y+) Director Of Instruction Approval Needed* | 4 Players Per Court
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COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS & SOCIAL SERVICES
To register: Please check our website bit.ly/ARprograms or call (925) 295-1490
SOCIAL SERVICES
SIMPLE WILLS
Sponsored by Contra Costa Senior Legal Services
1st Monday of the month
1PM - 4PM appointments | Call (925) 609-7900
Location: Civic Park Community Center
MEDICARE COUNSELING
Sponsored by HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program)
Location: Hillside Covenant Church (2060 Magnolia Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94565)
LEGAL CONSULTS
Sponsored by Contra Costa Senior Legal Services
Second Wednesday of the month
Various appointment times | Call (925) 609-7900
Location: Offsite appointments
CAFÉ COSTA
Sponsored by Meals on Wheels Diablo Region
Monday-Wednesday and Friday
11:30AM-12:30PM | $3 Fee for 60+ and $6 for under 60
For reservations call: (925) 482-8753
Location: Hillside Covenant Church (2060 Magnolia Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94565)
WALNUT CREEK TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
bit.ly/WCTransportationProgram
The Walnut Creek Recreation Transportation program serves seniors and adults with disabilities and health conditions. Use any of our service options to schedule rides to medical appointments, grocery stores, activities, and more.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Walnut Creek Mini Bus
Walnut Creek Mini Bus is a 6 - passenger city vehicle. This is an option for people who need extra help getting in and out of a vehicle. The Mini Bus is also helpful for people who do not use ride share services. Mini Bus drivers provide rides to locations only in Walnut Creek on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Mini Bus Program Eligibility: To use the Walnut Creek Mini Bus, you must be:
A Walnut Creek resident 60+ years of age
Adult 18+ (with a disability/health condition that prevents using regular transportation)
Schedule a ride
To schedule a ride with the Mini Bus, call the reservation line at (925) 256-3533 between 9-10 AM at least twoseven business days before the ride needed. Cost: The Mini Bus Program is free for 2025. For more information about the Walnut Creek Mini Bus, including rules and policies, call (925) 295-1490.
Apply for the Mini Bus Membership online:
See link above
Arts + Rec also offers Lyft Self Access Pass and Lyft
Concierge services! For eligibility, cost, usage, and application information, please call (925) 256-3533 or (925) 295-1490.
WALNUT CREEK SENIOR CLUB
DROP-IN PROGRAMS
Drop-in group activities are open to Walnut Creek Seniors Club members at Civic Park Community Center. If you have any questions, contact Walnut Creek Arts + Rec at artsrec@walnut-creek.org.
Hooked on Books: A different book is discussed each month.
First Tuesday of each month from 12:30-2:00 pm
Location: Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center
Mah Jongg: American style Mah Jongg. For people who know how to play.
Wednesdays from 1:00-4:00 pm
Location: Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center
Let’s Sing: Sing with others!
First and third Friday of the month from 1:30-3:30 pm
Location: Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center
Perennials Garden Group: Speaker series on garden topics. Please see our website for dates – 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Social Hall, Civic Park Community Center
Qi Gong: Slow, meditative stretching. No experience is needed. Thursdays from 12:00 pm-12:20 pm
Location: Conference Room, Civic Park Community Center
Bridge: Card game played with four players divided into two teams. Experience Required.
Fridays from 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Location: Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center
Bingo: Try your luck and have fun.
Weekly, Thursdays, from 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center
Pinochle: A card game using a deck of 48 cards, including the A, K, Q, J, 10, and 9 in each suit.
Mondays 11:00 - 1:00PM
Location: Multipurpose Room, Civic Park Community Center
OFFSITE ACTIVITIES
Trivia Fan-atics: Want to have a good laugh and lots of fun while exercising your brain?
First Wednesdays from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Email Bob Mohler bobmohler82@gmail.com for Zoom Link.
Coffee Break Qi Gong: Slow movements with gentle stretching focusing on posture, balance & meditative movement. Drop in any time.
Thursdays from 12:00-12:15 pm
Email wcseniorsnews@gmail.com for the Zoom Link.
Walking Buddies: Hiking/Walking in Contra Costa County for up to 90 minutes or about 4 miles on flat paved or gravel trails. Tuesdays at different locations starting at 9:15 am Contact Rolando Salazar at rsalazar94598@gmail.com for more information.
Native Plant Growers: Grow plants at home or work in the garden around the Civic Park Community Center. Fridays from 10:00 am-11:00 pm
Email rzzwolf@gmail.com for the exact location within Civic Park.
ADDITIONAL CLUBS
Creakers Softball
Are you interested in the premier senior slow-pitch softball league in the Walnut Creek, California, area? You are invited to join the “CREAKERS,” a young group of softball enthusiasts in their 50s through 80s. Must be a Walnut Creek Senior Club Member and have sufficient skills. For details email membership@walnutcreekseniorsoftball.org.
TRAVEL PROGRAM - ADULT 50+
Walnut Creek Senior Travel
Embark on enriching journeys tailored for older adults and seniors with Walnut Creek Travel’s diverse array of travel programs. Offering exciting, highquality, and affordable opportunities, we invite you to explore local, regional, destinations alongside friends and fellow adventurers.
NEW! DAY TRIP
For questions or to sign up, contact Lisa Mittone of Travel Center by phone (925) 937-2223 or by email lisa@tctat.com.
Mention “Walnut Creek Recreation” to receive our special pricing and group package information.
Discover a world of exciting opportunities tailored specifically for adults aged 50 and above. Our Senior Travel program is thoughtfully designed to cater to a wide range of interests and comfort levels. Embark on a day trip to explore vibrant Bay Area cities such as San Francisco, journey through the picturesque Napa Valley wine country, or enjoy the scenic coastal beauty of Monterey. Embrace new experiences and forge connections with fellow travelers from both your community and around the globe.
Travel Club Membership
Pay $15 for a Travel Club membership and receive discounts on day trips. Keep in mind: The Travel Club membership is different from the Walnut Creek Senior Club membership. You must pay for a Travel Club membership to get discounted pricing on day trips.
Day Trips
We have day trips scheduled throughout the year. Create an account and browse the 50+ section to register. You can also register for day trips by phone. Call (925) 295-1490 Monday through Friday from 10am to 2pm.
Pop up Trips
Calling all adventurers! Join our exclusive small-group trips, designed for those who prefer a more intimate travel experience. Traveling in comfortable 15 or 6-passenger vehicles, we venture to hidden gems that larger tours simply can’t access. These in-demand trips offer a unique opportunity to explore the Bay Area and beyond. We invite you to embark on our next journey, where discovery and excitement await!
Walking Levels
Each trip includes walking level information. This helps you determine the best trip for your interests. We rate trips on a scale from Level 1 to Level 5. Learn more about each walking level. Our level information is located on our website.
Cost
All trip costs include round-trip transportation and gratuity. The Travel Club membership offers discounted member pricing for all local day trips.
Hamilton - The Musical Thursday, 1/9, 2025
9:15 am - 6:30 pm
Event ID: 66204
Early Bird Rate (Before 11/15)
Travel Club Members: $220
Non-Members: $235
Regular Rate (Starts 11/16)
Travel Club Members: $235
Non-Members: $250
HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation.
Depart from Heather Farm Lot 1, across from the community center.
Cost includes: Luxury Motorcoach Transportation, Driver Gratuity, Reserved Rear Orchestra floor seating and choice of brunch and dessert at the Porch Restaurant.
Tour Difficulty: Level 1. Flat Walking Surfaces with ramps and some stairs. ADAcompliant ramps. Hamilton is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes including an intermission. Hamilton includes atmospheric haze and approximately 20 gunshot and cannon boom sound effects.
THE WALNUT CREEK OPEN SPACE DIVISION SEEKS VOLUNTEERS TO LEAD SCHOOL TOURS AT THE OLD BORGES RANCH IN SHELL RIDGE.
Age range Pre-K through 5th grade
Weekdays 10:00 am 12:00 pm
Flexible commitment of 2hrs a week during the Spring and Fall when school is in session
Docents provide walking tours of Borges Ranch, which include:
Historical information about the site and the Borges family
Interpretation of what life was like living on the Ranch in the early 1900s
Outdoor activities, including pumping water, sawing wood, lariat toss, and farm animal interactions
Tour the inside of the Historic 1901 Borges Ranch House and 1903 Carriage Barn
Teaching children about farm animals that live on the ranch, including sheep, goats, pigs, and chickens
Visit to the blacksmith shop
For more information, please contact: Ranger Corri Frazier
WALNUT CREEK
OPEN SPACE WINTER PROGRAMS
Walnut Creek Open Space is open for hiking, walking, running, bicycling, dog walking, and equestrian use. Picnic areas are open and picnics will be allowed in accordance with City regulations. For more information visit Open Space Activities and Reservations, City of Walnut Creek. www.walnutcreekca.gov
Borges Ranch Open House Saturday, January 11
Join us at Borges Ranch as we open the Historic Ranch House doors. Tour inside the historic Ranch House and get a glimpse of what it was like to live on a ranch in the early 1900s. A Ranger or docent will be on-site to answer any questions you may have about the Borges family and their historic ranch. 1035 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598. For more information, contact Ranger Joel at Cervantes@walnut-creek.org.
Night Hike: Friday, November 15th
Join Ranger Jack on a night hike under a full moon! This guided hike will take place on the night of a full moon, out in our Walnut Creek Open Space, giving an incredible opportunity to observe this phenomenon away from major noise or light pollution. We will discuss phases of the moon, stars and constellations, and nocturnal animals and how they have adapted to thrive in the dark! Please RSVP with Ranger Jack at jromero@walnut-creek.org. Time and location are provided to those who RSVP. Space is limited.
bedfordgallery.org
Drawn to Abstraction: Prints from the 1960s and 70s
Closing December 15, 2024
Don’t miss your chance to catch this exhibition before it closes! Immerse yourself in the vibrancy of mid-century art movements including Abstract Expressionism, Minimalism and Pop art
View a collection of works on paper by artists now widely recognized as giants of 21st century art: Helen Frankenthaler, Roy Lichtenstein, Joan Miró, Robert Motherwell Robert, Rauschenberg, and more!
Stitched: Contemporary Embroidery
Opening January 11, 2025
Stitched: Contemporary Embroidery highlights artists who pair traditional embroidery techniques with innovative approaches and subject matter to create striking visual dialogs. Visit the Bedford to explore a new generation of artists who are pushing the boundaries of a beloved art form.
Interact with Bedford Gallery
Experience inspiring events and workshops at Bedford Gallery! Join us for artist talks, hands-on sessions, dynamic exhibitions, and community events that spark creativity and connect art lovers. Learn more at BedfordGallery org
15th Annual Craft Fest!
hop their creative wares! Treat ds and kickstart your holiday ays FREE to the public. It’s more Gallery tradition!
r with a Public Art
a vibrant adventure with Bedford Gallery s Public Art Walking Tours! Held every third Saturday of the month April - November, you ’ re invited to dive into Walnut Creek’s artistic treasures on a one-hour docent-led journey.
When: November 16, 10am
Where: 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek
Register online today!
Create your account and register 24/7 at WalnutCreekArtsRec.org
ARTS + REC POLICIES
CODE OF CONDUCT:
Walnut Creek Arts + Rec strives to create an inclusive community and respectfully requests that all people in our programs and spaces (staff, students, teachers, volunteers, and guests) use spaces as intended, be considerate of others, communicate with respect, and act responsibly. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for failure to abide by the Arts + Rec Code of Conduct, available at http://bit.ly/ ArtsRecCodeOfConduct.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
The City of Walnut Creek does not discriminate on the basis of disability or any other categories 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.
REGISTRATION POLICIES
REGISTRATION:
Registration is required for participation in programs. Please do not attend a program if you have not been registered.
CONFIRMATION:
Confirmations can be printed or emailed upon registration. If you do not receive your confirmation, please call Customer Support.
CLASS WITHDRAWALS/ REFUNDS/TRANSFERS:
If you wish to withdraw or transfer, request this at least fourteen (14) calendar day before the start date for a credit or refund. A $12 fee per person, per program will be charged. No refunds or credits after this time. Refunds are processed within three (3) weeks. No refunds for non-attendance or lack of student participation.
CAMP WITHDRAWALS/ REFUNDS/TRANSFERS:
If you wish to withdraw or transfer, request this at least fourteen (14) calendar day before the start date for a credit or refund. A 5% fee per person, per program will be charged. No refunds or credits after this time. Refunds are processed within three (3) weeks. No refunds for nonattendance or lack of student participation. Withdrawals may be done online. Transfers must be done in person or over the phone.
QUALITY ASSURANCE:
If, after attending the first class, you are not happy with the quality of the program, call us right away. Tell us what was wrong so we can make it right.
WAITING LISTS:
Waiting lists are established once a program has reached maximum enrollment. If space opens, you will be notified via email. You have 48 hours to accept or decline and you must do so online.
CANCELLATION:
A program may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met. A full refund is available. If a session is canceled due to weather and no make-up class is offered, a refund will be provided.
MAKE-UP CLASSES:
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.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City of Walnut Creek encourages those with disabilities to participate in our programs. If you have any special needs that may require specific accommodations, please call Customer Support.
PAYMENT & ACCOUNT
CREDIT POLICIES:
• Fee must be paid in full at time of registration by cash, credit card or check payable to the City of Walnut Creek, unless otherwise stated.
• All payments are processed upon receipt.
• Supply Fee are payable to the instructor at the first class. Please do not include supply Fee with your registration Fee. Supply Fee are non-refundable.
• If payment plans are offered, customers must provide a credit card for automatic payment processing.
• All credits on account are valid for a maximum of one year. Winter 2024 Registration Begins Nov 20 at 12pm
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
artsrec@walnut-creek.org 925-295-1490
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Are you interested in financial aid to participate in a class, workshop, camp, swim lesson, or preschool program offered by the Center for Community Arts or Walnut Creek Recreation? Whether you’re a young person, adult, senior, or family, we want to hear from you.
Scholarship awards cover a percentage of the class or program fee dependent upon income or participation in a government safety net program.
APPLY NOW
For eligibility and application forms, visit walnut-creek.org/ scholarships.
In compliance with California Senate Bill 478, the “Honest Pricing Law,” our registration fees include all affiliated prices.”
DONATE TOWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS
Help us make sure more community members have access to scholarship funding.
Make a donation to scholarships through Walnut-creek.org/ scholarships.
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