Behind the Scenes

The magic of Arts + Recreation doesn’t happen spontaneously. There are many hours of training, planning and implementation that go into every detail of every program so that community members and regional visitors can experience high quality, fun and impactful events in Walnut Creek. Enjoy these behind-the-scenes photos from our divisions.

Community Arts Preschool

We believe that a child’s work is play. Our experienced and caring teachers lead by Early Childhood Program Coordinator Rosie (left) photographed alongside Miss Bobbie (teacher) with all other preschool staff provide child-centered, play-based, and arts-integrated experiences inspired by Reggio Emilia practices. You can place your child in a class with two, three, or four year-olds, or in a mixed-age group at 1 of 3 locations – Civic Park, Shadelands or Heather Farm. Each day, your child is immersed in an inclusive, safe, and nurturing environment that promotes their unique social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.

Bingo Board

Programming can’t happen without the support of the Building Maintenance team in the Department of Public Works. Last minute request was to move the Bingo Board so we could accommodate our senior drop in Bingo program, one of our most robust and popular programs for individuals aged 50 & better.

Front Desk Staff

Open 7 days a week with the mission to provide excellent customer service and the ability to connect with our division in all settings, the Customer Service Team is responsible for all registration and public inquiries for the Arts + Recreation Department. Pictured are Samana, Pattee and Jasmine working outside of the Shadelands Art Center office (open M-F). Without the dedication and support of all CSC Team members, we would not be able to offer programs and activities to the community.

American Medical Response & Aquatics Training

Lifeguard staff going over the emergency action plan (EAP) for aquatics emergencies.