Discovery Bay Activity Guide Summer 2018

Discovery Bay Activity Guide

Your Guide to Discovery Bay Classes & Programs

Summer 2018

Summer Jam Concert June 2 Town of Discovery Bay Turns 20!

Registration Opens May 11

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION Summer Hours of Operation Starting 6/4/18

Mon-Fri: 8:00AM - 8:00PM Sat-Sun: 8:00AM - 7:00PM (Hours of operation subject to change without notice)

1601 Discovery Bay Blvd.

Discovery Bay, CA 94505 (925) 392-4575

Table of Contents Registration Information ............2 Community Information ............3 Community Events ..............4-5, 8 Pipeline ...................................6-7 Aquatics................................. 9-11 Facility Rentals.................... 12-13 Programs.............................. 14-20 Did You Know?......................... 21 Active Adults............................22 Registration Form.....................23

Board of Directors President: Kevin Graves Vice President: Bill Mayer Director: Robert Leete Director: Bill Pease Director: Chris Steele General Manager: Mike Davies

Parks & Recreation Staff Parks & Landscape Manager Brian Miller Parks & Landscape Crew Cory Cardwell Estevan Rocha Marcos Hernandez Parks & Recreation Assistant Monica Gallo Recreation Supervisor Mac Kaiser

What if I need special accommodations?

If you require special accommodations, please specify on the registration form and contact the Community Center directly.

What if I need to bring something special?

Special required items will be listed in the class or program descriptions. For any additional questions, please feel free to contact the Community Center during regular business hours.

What if a class or program is cancelled?

Customer requested refunds/transfers no later than 3 business days prior to the first day of class. No refunds after first class. No refunds or make-ups for missed days. A processing fee of $7 will be charged for all cancellations after a registration has been processed. If minimum class size is not met by the Wednesday prior to the start of class, the class may be cancelled. In the event that the District cancels a class, you will receive a full refund. Outdoor classes are cancelled in the event of lightning.

Registration Information There are four (4) ways to register.

Mail-In Town of Discovery Bay

1800 Willow Lake Road Discovery Bay, CA 94505

Online

at www.todb.ca.gov

Call-in

(925) 392-4575

Walk-in

1601 Discovery Bay Blvd.

Mon-Fri: 8:00AM-8:00PM Sat-Sun: 8:00AM-7:00PM

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION

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MOVIES IN THE PARK All movies start at dusk. Blankets and lawn chairs are recommended. Join us for free outdoor movies at the Discover y Bay Community Center, 1601 Discover y Bay Blvd.

June 15

Spiderman Homecoming, PG-13

June 23

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, PG-13

July 20

Jumanji, PG-13

July 27

Coco, PG

August 10

Star Wars Last Jedi, PG-13

August 17

Grease, Sing-Along version, PG

September 14 Cars 3, G

Looking for a few good Sponsorship Partners.

The Town of Discovery Bay is offering a unique opportunity for local businesses to show support for their community.

“Movies in the Park” provides just that venue. Sponsorship levels range as little as $125 up to $750. For additional information go to the Town’s website at www.todb.ca.gov and click on the “Movies in the Park Sponsorship” tab, or contact the Community Center at (925) 392-4575.

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Town of Discovery Bay The Town of Discovery Bay Board of Directors Meets at 7:00 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Discovery Bay Community Center 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd.

Phone: (925) 392-4575 DISTRICT OFFICE 1800 Willow Lake Rd. Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Located behind Delta Community Presbyterian Church Phone: (925) 634-1131 STAFF General Manager: Michael Davies Water/Wastewater Manager: Virgil Koehne Finance Manager: Dina Breitstein Executive Assistant Sue Heinl Administrative Assistant Carol McCool Accountant 1 Lesley Marable Office Assistant Kelly Rajala www.todb.ca.gov

From the General Manager On behalf of the Discovery Bay Community Services District Board of Directors and Town Staff, it is my pleasure to announce the 20th anniversary of our District formation.

In 1966, Weldwood Structures of U.S. Plywood conceived a plan to turn agricultural land into a thriving waterfront community.

This began the birth of Discovery Bay. Levees were cut and trenched to create Lido Bay, and in 1970 waterfront homes began to appear.

Development ownership changed hands until the property was eventually sold to the Hofmann Company in 1977. The Hofmann Company undertook an intensive marketing campaign, which attracted vacation home buyers from across the bay area region.

Discovery Bay continued to grow to include custom home developments, a marina, yacht club, country club, golf course, restaurants and shopping centers.

Our community transitioned from predominately vacation home ownership to a full time residential community.

Discovery Bay is within the unincorporated area of Contra Costa County. In the early years, all our essential services were either supplied by the County or through separate Districts. As such, residents had no local control other

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than to provide input to the County as a Municipal Advisory Council.

Even today, land use zoning and planning, code enforcement, roads and law enforcement services are provided for by the County. Fire protection services are provided by a separate District.

In the late 1990’s, Town residents dedicated themselves to bringing local control over water and wastewater to our Town. Their efforts resulted in the official formation of the Discovery Bay Community Services District on July 1, 1998.

Today, Discovery Bay has grown to about 15,000 residents with our own postal zip code. Our District is governed by a five-member elected Board that oversees water, wastewater, parks, recreation, lighting and landscape services to our community. We have an 18-member professional staff that is supplemented by part-time workers during peak use periods at the Community Center.

In celebration of our Town’s 20th anniversary, I invite you to join us on Saturday, June 23, 2018, 11:00AM to 4:00PM for a day of complimentary food, drink, swim, and familyfriendly fun at our Community Center, 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd.

Michael R. Davies General Manager Town of Discovery Bay

PIPELINE

Town Receives Special District Governance Gold Level Recognition The Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF) is an independent, non-profit organization formed to promote good governance and best practices among California’s Special Districts through certification, accreditation and other recognition programs. The SDLF and its activities are supported by the California Special Districts Association (CSDA) and the Special District Risk Management Authority (SDRMA).

The Recognition in Special District Governance was designed to honor Special District Board members and trustees and is comprised of two distinct parts: the completion of the Special District Leadership Academy and 10 hours of continuing education.

The Town of Discovery Bay CSD Board of Directors have

been awarded the SDLF Special District Governance gold-level status. Each member of the Board also holds the individual certification in this category. This recognition demonstrates the extent of the commitment and dedication to providing the best possible service to their community by the Board of Directors.

There are approximately 2,109 independent Special Districts in California, meaning they are governed by an independent Board of Directors elected by the Districts’ voters or appointed to a fixed term of office by either the City Council or Board of Supervisors.

The Town of Discovery Bay CSD is one of only seven (7) Special Districts in the State that currently holds this gold-level recognition in Special District Governance.

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Stay Informed – Sign up for Town E-mails

In an effort to keep our residents informed on a variety of important Town issues, all Discovery Bay Residents are encouraged to sign up on the Town’s website to receive notices on upcoming meetings, important announcements, and information on a variety of topics and concerns here in Discovery Bay. Just go to the Town’s website at www.todb.ca.gov and follow the links to start receiving your notices immediately.

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If you didn’t take advantage of the Dock Sign Program the first time around, here’s your chance to put your address on your dock with a nice new sign that shows guests, and more importantly, first responders where you live. This provides immediate identification for police and/or fire personnel who might respond by water. Knowing the right address could be a life saver. The signs are $50 each, and further information can be found on the Town’s website at www.todb.ca.gov and click on the News and Announcements link!

Next order will be placed on October 15, 2018

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AQUATICS Community Center Swimming Pool Recreational Public Swim/Lap Swim (Subject to change without notice)

Admissions:

General Admission (Swimmer) General Admission (Non-Swimmer) Adults (55+) Children under 2

EVENING COOL

BY THE POOL

$3.00 $2.00 $2.00 Free

Passes:

10 Entry Punch Pass $20 Note: Children under the age of 12, or those who cannot pass a swim test, MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult 18+. Lifeguard is on duty during Recreation Public Swim.

Weekend Public Schedule

May 26 – Sept 3 Sat/Sun, 12PM-6PM Note: The pool will be closed June 2nd! We hope you’ll come join us for Summer Jam that Saturday!

Splish, Splash it’s a summer bash!

Swim & listen to music under the stars at the Discovery Bay Community Center. Enjoy a hot summer night swim with your family and friends.

Space is limited.

Weekday Public Schedule

June 11 – July 27 M, Th, F, 1PM-6PM Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Special Holiday Public Swim Hours May 28, July 4, and September 3, 12PM-6PM

When: Friday, July 13th Time: 7pm-10pm Price: $3 per person What to Bring: Chairs, Towels & Fun

Adult Lap Swim Schedule (18+)

April 30 – June 8 and July 30 – August 31 only!

M-F, 10AM-2PM Note: No lifeguard on duty. Adults 18+ only with signed waiver!

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AQUATICS Swim Lesson General Information The Town of Discovery Bay is an Authorized American Red Cross Service Provider of Learn to Swim programs. Except as noted, sessions are M-TH for two weeks. Each class is 25 minutes and all classes are held at the Discovery Bay Community Center pool located at 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd. For additional information please contact the Discovery Bay Community Center at (925) 392-4575 or visit our website at www.todb.ca.gov

Parent & Me Swim Lessons (6mo-2 yrs.)

The Parent and Me swim lesson is designed with an emphasis on water adjustment and water fun. Skills will include blowing bubbles, leg and arm movements, floats, glides, water songs and toys. Parent participation in the water is required. (4 classes) FEE: $25 (4 classes)

Level I Swim Lesson (3-5 yrs.)

This beginner class is designed for participants with little-tono experience in the water. Skills will include blowing bubbles, water entries, bouncing and movement, submersion of face, front and back floating, and jumping from the side of the pool.

(8 classes except where noted) FEE: $65/*$32.50 (4 classes)

Level II Swim Lesson (5-12 yrs.)

This beginner class is designed for participants 5 years and up and will focus on breath control, submersion of body, front and back floats, basic kicks, correct arm motions, and swimming the length of the pool.

(8 classes except where noted) FEE: $65/*32.50 (4 classes)

Level III Swim Lesson (5-12 yrs.)

This advanced beginner class is designed for participants 5 years and up. It will focus on breath control, submersion of body, front and back floats, basic kicks, correct motions, and swimming the length of the pool with endurance.

(8 classes except where noted) FEE: $65/*32.50 (4 classes)

Sign-up Early Our programs fill up quickly. Don’t wait until the last minute. Go online now to sign-up www.todb.ca.gov.

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Missed Lessons:

It is essential that each lesson is attended to receive the full benefit of the class. Please plan your schedule carefully. Sorry, there are no make-up classes or credits for missed classes.

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AQUATICS Swim Lesson Timetable Parent & Me

11:45-12:10PM

12:15-12:40PM

6:30-6:55PM

7:00-7:25PM 7:30-7:55PM

6/25-6/28* 50000

50078

7/23-7/26* 50001

50079

Level I

12:15-12:40PM

6:30-6:55PM

7:00-7:25PM 7:30-7:55PM

6/11-6/21 50002

50006

50010

50016

50022

6/25-6/28* 50003

50007

50011

50017

50023

7/9-7/19 50004

50008

50012

50018 50024

7/23-7/26* 50005

50009

50013

50019

8/6-8/16

50014

50020 50026

8/20-8/30

50015

50021

Level II

12:15-12:40PM

6:30-6:55PM

7:00-7:25PM 7:30-7:55PM

6/11-6/21 50028

50032

50036

50042

50048

6/25-6/28* 50029

50033

50037

50043

50049

7/9-7/19 50030

50034

50038

50044 50050

7/23-7/26* 50031

50035

50039

50045

8/6-8/16

50040

50046 50052

8/20-8/30

50041

50047

Level III

12:15-12:40PM

6:30-6:55PM

7:00-7:25PM 7:30-7:55PM

6/11-6/21 50054

50056

50060

50066

50072

6/25-6/28*

50057

50067

50073

7/9-7/19 50055

50058

50068 50074

7/23-7/26*

50059

11:45-12:10PM

11:45-12:10PM

11:45-12:10PM

50062

50069

50025 50027

50051 50053

50075

8/6-8/16

50064

50070 50076

8/20-8/30

50065

50071

50077

*Denotes one (1) week class

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FACILITY RENTALS 1

Cornell Park 505 Discovery Bay Blvd

Tennis court (1) Pickle Ball courts (2) Baseball field Soccer field Shaded picnic tables Bocce Courts Horseshoe pits Play Structure

Park 2 Ravenswood Cullen & Newbury Lane Covered picnic area (2) Soccer field Splash pad Play Structure

For rental fees, additional information, please contact the Discovery Bay Community Center at (925) 392-4575 or download a Facility or Park Rental Application packet online at www.todb.ca.gov 12  REGISTER ONLINE: www.todb.ca.gov

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PARK MAP

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Center and Park 3 Community 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd Meeting rooms

Swimming pool

Picnic tables

Community garden

Tennis courts (6)

Dog park

Event lawn

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Kidz Love Soccer Since 1979, Kidz Love Soccer has been dedicated to teaching children the world’s most popular sport within a nurturing, recreational environment. A typical session experience includes age appropriate activities, skill demonstrations, fun games, and instructional scrimmages. Young soccer enthusiasts experience soccer fun in a safe, non-competitive environment. Kidz Love Soccer… “Where the score is always FUN to FUN!”

Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer (Ages 2-3 ½ yrs.)

Introduce your toddler to the World’s Most Popular Game! As you participate together in our fun age appropriate activities, your child will be developing their large motor skills and socialization skills. The fun happens on the field, and in Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer, parents are part of the action, not watching from the sidelines! All kids will receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey!

FEE: $63 (5 Weeks) LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Kidz Love Soccer Coaches CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60100 M 6:00-6:30PM 7/9-8/6 60101 M 6:00-6:30PM 8/27-10/1* *No Class 9/3

Tot/Pre Soccer

(Ages 3 ½ - 5 yrs.)

Teaches the basic techniques of the game and builds self-esteem through participation and fun soccer activities. Children learn to follow instructions in a nurturing, age appropriate environment.

Shin guards are required after the first meeting. All participants will receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey!

FEE: $63 (5 Weeks) LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Kidz Love Soccer Coaches CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60102 M 5:15-5:50PM 7/9-8/6 60103 M 5:15-5:50PM 8/27-10/1* *No Class 9/3

Soccer 1: Techniques & Teamwork (Ages 5-6 yrs.)

Players will 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 introduced gradually. Perfect for first time players while being fun and engaging for kids with some experience. All participants receive a soccer jersey! Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

FEE: $63 (5 Weeks) LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Kidz Love Soccer Coaches CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60104 M 4:30-5:15PM 7/9-8/6 60105 M 4:30-5:15PM 8/27-10/1* *No Class 9/3

Soccer 2: Skillz & Scrimmages (Ages 7-10 yrs.)

Have a great time while developing core soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting in a team play format. Each class will include individual skill building and scrimmages to develop teamwork and positional play. All levels are welcome to come enjoy the world’s most popular game! All participants receive a soccer jersey! Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

FEE: $63 (5 Weeks) LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Kidz Love Soccer Coaches CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60106 M 3:45-4:30PM 7/9-8/6 60107 M 3:45-4:30PM 8/27-10/1* *No Class 9/3

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KLS class status hotline 1- (888) 372-5803.

Receive cancellation notifications on your smartphone by downloading the Kidz Love Soccer app.

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YOUTH/TEEN YOUTH PROGRAMS Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5 yrs.)

A creative movement course introducing the rudiments of dance in developing skills and technique in ballet, jazz, tap and tumble.

FEE: $70.00 (7 classes) $15.00 drop in fee LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Shannon Leyen, Fabulous Feet & Athletics CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60600 M 4:45-5:30PM 8/6-9/24 * *No class: 9/3

Kids Combo Dance (Ages 6-9 yrs.)

Introduction to dance basics for new and continuing students in developing skills and techniques in ballet, jazz, tap and tumble.

FEE: $70.00 (7 classes) $15.00 drop in fee LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Shannon Leyen, Fabulous Feet & Athletics CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60601 M 5:30-6:15 PM 8/6-9/24 * *No class: 9/3

Fall/Winter 2018-19

Calling all instructors! Are you interested in teaching a class? If you have a skill that you would like to share or have experience teaching, visit our website at www.todb.ca.gov and click the instructor forms link. You can also pick up an instructor packet at the Discovery Bay Community Center during regular office hours.

For more information call (925) 392-4575.

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The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is proud to partner with the RadKIDS Personal Empowerment and Safety Education Program this summer! The tools and skills learned from this program will allow children the opportunity to make realistic choices concerning overall safety in the world we live in today. Through shared participation, parents of the children involved in the program will also understand those choices.

This “free” week long class will be held July 16-20. The 9AM11AM time slot is for ages 5-7, and the 1PM-3PM time slot is for ages 8-12. Space is limited! For more information and/or to register, contact Tony Fontenot at the CCC Office of the Sheriff at Afont@so.cccounty.us In partnership with ECCCFD

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YOUTH/TEEN PROGRAMS Tennis Programs Tennis classes are designed for beginner through advanced students. Lessons are taught in a fun and positive atmosphere covering basic fundamentals, grips, scoring, movement drills, and of course, lots of fun! Students provide their own tennis racquet and tennis shoes must be worn. Tennis balls will be provided.

LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center Tennis Courts INSTRUCTOR: Lucia Peters, PTR

Red Ball Club (Ages 4-6 yrs.)

Summer Camp: FEE: $48 CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60200 M-TH 8:00AM-8:45AM 6/18-6/21 60201 M-TH 8:00AM-8:45AM 7/23-7/26 Fall Session: FEE: $48 CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60202 T&TH 4:30PM-5:00PM 8/14-8/30 60203 T&TH 4:30PM-5:00PM 9/11-9/27

Orange Ball Club

(Ages 7-10 yrs.)

Summer Camp: FEE: $72 CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60204 M-TH 8:45AM-10:00AM 6/18-6/21 60205 M-TH 8:45AM-10:00AM 7/23-7/26 Fall Session: FEE: $84 CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60206 T&TH 5:00PM-6:00PM 8/14-8/30 60207 T&TH 5:00PM-6:00PM 9/11-9/27

Juniors Tennis (Ages 11-17 yrs.)

Summer Camp: FEE: $84 Note: 10 year olds that have completed the “Orange Ball Club” program and have demonstrated a need for advanced training may be allowed in this class but only at the discretion of the instructor.

CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60208 M-TH 10:00AM-11:30AM 6/18-6/21 60209 M-TH 10:00AM-11:30AM 7/23-7/26 Fall Session: FEE: $84 CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60210 T&TH 6:00PM-7:00PM 8/14-8/30 60211 T&TH 6:00PM-7:00PM 9/11-9/27 Home Schooled Advanced: (Ages 7-10 yrs.)

FEE: $84 CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60212 T 10:30AM-11:30AM 8/14-8/30

TH 8:30AM-9:30AM 8/14-8/30 60213 T 10:30AM-11:30AM 9/11-9/27

TH 8:30AM-9:30AM 9/11-9/27

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YOUTH/TEEN PROGRAMS

Sculpt Clay Camp Critters! Insects! Faces! Oh my! Using the wonderfully versatile medium of clay, we will create fun boxes, sculptures of creatures of our own design, tell stories about creations, and more.

FEE: $80 Plus ($10 material fee) LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Juliee Hanlon CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60704 M-TH 9:00AM -10:45AM 7/9 -7/12 (Ages 9-13 yrs) 60705 M-TH 1:00PM - 2:30PM 7/9 -7/12 (Ages 5-8 yrs)

Youth Paint Night (ages 7 to 17) (ages 5 & 6 with an older sibling) FEE: $20 12x14” canvas LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Juliee Hanlon CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60706 W 6:00PM-8:30PM 8/22

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Don’t wait until the last minute. Go online now to sign-up www.todb.ca.gov.

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SPECIAL INTEREST PROGRAMS Safe Power Boat Handling – US Coast Guard Certified

Beginning Archery (Ages 12+, Including Adults) Would you like to learn a new sport? Come on out to this basic archery class and you will learn the basic skills, safety & rules of archery. This class is perfect for the beginner and intermediate archer. All equipment will be provided and all participants will learn from the experts from the Discovery Bay Archery Club.

Equipment supplied by the Discovery Bay Lions Club. NASP style archery.

FEE: $80 LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Al Harcourt, Certified Archery Instructor CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60500 TH 6PM-7:30PM 6/21-7/26* *No Class 7/5

(Ages 16+ yrs.)

This fun and information packed hands-on class is great for all boat enthusiasts regardless of experience level. This class is U.S. Coast Guard and NASBLA approved. You will receive one of the best textbooks, official logbook, USCG approved certification and your NASBLA approved course completion for your LIFETIME CALIFORNIA Boaters Card. This class will also qualify you for a discount on your boat insurance, meaning that this class will actually pay for itself • Engine & electrical systems • Proceeding to a destination • Starting procedures • Person in Water rescue • Docking • US Sailing/US Powerboating Safe Powerboat • Leaving & returning to a slip Handling Certificate (NASBLA • Close-quarters maneuvers Approved) • Anchoring • State Boating Education Card • Steering a range FEE: $275 LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center and Discovery Bay Marina INSTRUCTOR: TEC Safety CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60800 SAT&SUN 8:30AM-4:30PM 6/9-6/10 60801 SAT&SUN 8:30AM-4:30PM 6/16-6/17 60802 SAT&SUN 8:30AM-4:30PM 7/21-7/22 60803 SAT&SUN 8:30AM-4:30PM 8/11-8/12 60804 SAT&SUN 8:30AM-4:30PM 9/15-9/16

Online Driver’s Ed Course (Ages 15+ yrs.)

The DMV allows teens to receive their Learner’s Permit at age 15 1/2, and a license at age 16. This class is the FIRST, required step that must be completed. This is an online course with videos, animated driving scenarios, and sample test questions.

Learn the rules of the road, major causes of traffic collisions, DMV procedures and much more. A licensed instructor is available to answer any questions. Receive DMV-approved Certificate of Completion. Sign up any time. Registration is ongoing.

Once students are registered they will be contacted by the instructor.

FEE: $39 LOCATION: This is an online program – all students must have access to the internet!

INSTRUCTOR: Bay Area Driving School CLASS # 60300

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ADULT PROGRAMS Smeared Paint

Adult Paint Night (Ages 21+ yrs.)

Join the fun! You will be guided through simple easy to follow steps and leave with a painting on a canvas. Juliee has been teaching new artists in our area since 2001. She is a well-known and highly sought artist having sold major works all over the United States and Great Britain. She has a fun easy and sassy style that will have you laughing and enjoying your night out.

Beer or Wine are permitted to be brought in, so please no one under the age of 21 is allowed. ID will be required.

FEE: $30 for 11”x14” or 16”x20” Canvas LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Juliee Hanlon CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60700 F 6:00PM-8:30PM 6/29 (Tulip) 60701 F 6:00PM-8:30PM 8/3 (Lighthouse) 60702 F 6:00PM-8:30PM 8/31 (Mountain/Lake)

Paint Your Own Wine Glass (Ages 21+ yrs.)

Beer or Wine are permitted to be brought in, so please no one under the age of 21 is allowed. ID will be required.

FEE: $25 CLASS# 60703

DAY F

TIME 6:00PM-8:30PM

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DATE 9/14 (Wine Glass)

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ADULT PROGRAMS Zumba by Karina (Ages 10+ yrs.)

Zumba by Karina is a very exciting dance fitness party with an atmosphere full of Latin and international music. You’ll forget you are working out with fun and simple moves to dance like salsa, reggaeton, cumbia, merengue, and more. Best of all, you don’t need previous dance experience.

FEE: (Based on the number of classes per month) 3 classes, $24 / 4 classes, $32 / 5 classes, $40 $10 drop in LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Karina Dugand CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60400 T 7-8PM 6/12-6/26 (3 classes) 60401 T 7-8PM 7/10-7/31 (4 classes) 60402 T 7-8PM 8/14-8/28 (3 classes) 60403 T 7-8PM 9/4-9/25 (4 classes)

Zumba by Karina

Community Garden

(Ages 10+ yrs.)

Zumba by Karina is a very exciting dance fitness party with an atmosphere full of Latin and international music. You’ll forget you are working out with fun and simple moves to dance like salsa, reggaeton, cumbia, merengue, and more. Best of all, you don’t need previous dance experience.

FEE: (Based on the number of classes per month) 3 classes, $24 / 4 classes, $32 / 5 classes, $40 $10 drop in LOCATION: Discovery Bay Community Center INSTRUCTOR: Karina Dugand CLASS# DAY TIME DATE 60404 TH 7-8PM 6/7-6/28 (4 classes) 60405 TH 7-8PM 7/5-7/26 (4 classes) 60406 TH 7-8PM 8/2-8/30 (4 classes)* 60407 TH 7-8PM 9/6-9/27 (4 classes) *No Class 8/9

Sign-up Early Would you like to garden but don’t have the space? The Town of Discovery Bay has a Community Garden area located at the Community Center, 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd.

If you are interested in leasing space for 2018 to grow your own veggies, fruits or flowers and share success stories with others who want to grow, please contact the Community Center, (925) 392-4575.

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Town of Discovery Bay

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Discovery Bay History

ong before Discovery Bay was ever thought of, the tract of land covered in upscale homes today was noted for the large staple crops it produced. The area between Byron and Old River was known as Byron Tract. About 3,465 acres were owned by Frank A. West and Eugene L. Wilhoit of Stockton, and 3,000 acres belonged to Veronica Baird. In the early 1900’s, the property was protected by huge levees, with a modern irrigation and drainage system on most of the land.

This section was planted with potatoes, corn, onions, beans, sugar beets and barley. By 1920 West-Wilhoit had established a large hog farm on their holdings. Their hogs were fed corn and barley that was grown on the property.

The southern portion of Byron Tract was known as Baird Estate. Veronica Baird, a resident of New York, was the mother of Mrs. William Sproule, wife of the president of the Southern Pacific Railroad Company, and William Baldwin’s great grandmother. This extensive estate was leased to the McCormack Brothers, contracting farmers, of Rio Vista. It was planted primarily in barley in the 1920’s and 30’s.

In 1966, Weldwood Structures Division of U.S. Plywood and Bixland Inc., under the direction of Jorgen Lunding, the projects manager, entered into a joint venture arrangement to sell recreational lots. Lunding is credited with naming the project “DISCOVERY BAY”. By 1968 U.S. Plywood merged with Champion Paper Products, and by the end of that same year, decided to sell the projects to William Baldwin, an adjacent property owner.

Following the paperwork for this project is difficult at best.

Baldwin entered into a joint venture arrangement with the Title Insurance and Trust in Southern California. They could not reach an agreement, so in 1969 their contract was cancelled.

Baldwin then went into partnership with Burt J. Davi, a civic leader from Pittsburg. They formed Veronica Development Corporation (named for Baldwin’s great-grandmother Veronica Baird). Discovery Bay lots opened for sale in October

1970, complete with a colorful tent as a sales office. Salesmen in Jeeps took potential buyers to sites where the bays were to be built. Andy Devine commercials and the Old Savannah paddle boat were used to promote the project. Landlocked lots sold for about $9,000 and deep water lots ran about $15,000.

In 1973, the project was sold by Baldwin and Davi to a southern investment group named Boykin Investments.

Boykin held the property until 1975 when it went into default on its purchase agreement. There were about 100 homes in Discovery Bay at this time. Baldwin and Davi got the development back and formed the Dominion Properties Company. Although Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Union Bank had originally been the lenders in the early 1970’s, Wells Fargo became the sole lender.

In 1977, the property was sold to Ken Hoffman of the Hoffman Company. With the Hoffman Company in charge, the pace quickened rapidly. Prospective home buyers camped overnight to be the early birds getting first choice of newly constructed homes on Willow Lake. In 1978, Hoffman built a small condominium project on Windard Bay, the final deep-water bay.

On July 4, 1981, the Discovery Bay Marina had its grand opening complete with Jim Plunkett shaking everybody’s hand.

By 1988 two thousand acres of land had been developed with eighteen deep-water bays, Discovery Bay Marina, Willow Lake, a swim and racket club, a shopping center and a championship 18-hole golf course with a private 21,000 square foot clubhouse.

It’s hard to imagine the fields of barley or potatoes that once grew on Byron Tract. Today we find a beautiful upscale community on the Delta, a community designed for people who want to live on the water.

Reprinted from “East Contra Costa County Footprints in the Sand”

by Kathy Leighton in 2001. Permission to reprint this article was granted by Kathy Leighton.

Sons in Retirement

Join the Discovery Bay Branch 161 of the Sons in Retirement Organization (SIR), comprising of over 150 members who meet for monthly luncheons that include guest speakers, at the Discovery Bay Country Club. We are a group of men whose purpose is to have fun.

We have bowling and golfing leagues, monthly wine and beer tasting and dinner events, many with our ladies. If interested, please contact Will Myers at (925) 516-9448 Sons in Retirement is a non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation for Retired Men devoted to the Promotion of Independence and Dignity of Retirement — Paid Advertisement

REGISTER NOW: (925) 392-4575

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ACTIVE ADULT PROGRAMS SENIOR SERVICES CONTACT INFORMATION Senior Information & Assistance Program The East County Aging and Adult Services Department provides local assistance to seniors aged 60+, adults with disabilities, and caregivers. Program sessions are by appointment only and cover a variety of topics including referrals and assistance to obtain services.

(925) 229-8434

Meals on Wheels Are you 60 years of age or older, homebound and need assistance with daily meals? Call the “Meals on Wheels” program at (925) 625-4545.

Card Groups These card groups meet at the Discovery Bay Community Center, 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd.

Hand & Foot No reservations needed. This “Free” program is played every Wednesday from 12:00PM-4:00PM

Duplicate Bridge Reservations required. This is a Sanctioned Game, $6 is due to the game host. Played every Saturday from 12:00PM-4:00PM

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) HICAP provides free and objective counseling and advocacy services to families who need assistance with Medicare enrollment and with issues involving Medicare and associated insurance programs. For an appointment, call (925) 602-4168.

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Discovery Bay, CA 94505 (925) 392-4575

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REFUND POLICY: Customer requested refunds/transfers NO LATER THAN 3 BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS. NO REFUNDS AFTER FIRST CLASS. No refunds or make-ups for missed day. A processing fee of $7 will be charged for all cancellations after a registration has been processed. If minimum class size is not met by Wednesday prior to the start of class, the class may be cancelled. In the event that the District cancels a class, you will receive a full refund. Outdoor classes are cancelled in the event of lightning.

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The Big Cat Poker run returns to the California Delta presented by the Discovery Bay Lions Club The Big Cat Poker Run returns again to the California Delta presented by the Discovery Bay Lions Club. All boaters are welcome to participate. Help us raise thousands of dollars for local charities.

• Starts Friday, August 17th with lunch run to Sugar Barge Marina

Registration price is $150 pp online or $175 pp at the event on Saturday, August 18th.

Price includes one poker hand, event t-shirt and hat, Friday - evening party with food and entertainment, Saturday – poker run, breakfast, lunch, dinner and evening party at Discovery Bay Marina Green with live entertainment.

• Cruise to Windmill Cove after lunch

The poker run would not be successful with• Welcoming party and registration on Fri- out the support of our many sponsors. Go to www.bigcatpokerrun.com for complete inforday night mation.

• Poker run starts on Saturday, August 18th • Poker draw and party follows

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