2024 Fall City of Concord City News & Activity Guide by Concord_ActivityGuide_CityNews

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CONCERT LINEUP

AUGUST 1

Steve Snyder’s Big Band

Playing the best from the Concord Jazz Festival

AUGUST 8

Aja Vu

The Music of Steely Dan and Chicago

AUGUST 15

Maya Latin Roots

Special Salute to Selena

AUGUST 22

RagDolls

The Only All-Female Tribute to Aerosmith

AUGUST 29

Mitch Polzak & The Royal Deuces

The Greasy Gills

Country and Rockabilly

SEPTEMBER 5

The Big Jangle

Tom Petty Tribute

SEPTEMBER 12

Twist on Taylor

Taylor Swift Tribute

SEPTEMBER 19

Annie Sampson

Concord’s own Queen of Blues and Soul

SEPTEMBER 26

Queenology

Queen Tribute

City of Concord Contacts

Website www.cityofconcord.org

Events www.visitconcordca.com/events

Classes www.concordreg.org

E-mail cityinfo@cityofconcord.org

Phone 925-671-2489 (CITY)

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator .......... 671-3243

Building 671-3107

Business Licenses 671-3306

Cable TV

Astound (formerly Wave)

866-928-3123 AT&T 866-210-2675

Comcast............................................ 800-945-2288

City Clerk ........................................................................ 671-3390

City Council ................................................................... 671-3158

City Manager 671-3150

Code Enforcement Hotline

671-3075

Concord Naval Weapons Station Reuse Project 671-3001

Concord Pavilion Information 676-8742

Economic Development 671-3001

Engineering ................................................................... 671-3425

Flood Zone Inquiries ....................................................... 671-3425

Garbage Collection ......................................................... 682-9113

Housing 671-3387

Mayor 671-3158

Permit Center 671-3107

Picnic Site Reservations 671-3404

Planning 671-3152

Police and Fire Emergencies ..................................................... 911

Police Information .......................................................... 671-3220

Pothole Hotline ............................................................... 671-3228

Public Works 671-3448

Park Maintenance 671-3444

Recreation Registration 671-3404

Sewer Problems 671-3099

Shopping Cart Hotline 888-992-4778

Street Light Outages Hotline ............................................671-3213

Street Sweeping ............................................................. 671-3448

Street Trees .................................................................... 671-3444

Traffic Safety and Signals 671-3132

Recreation Program Locations

Baldwin Park Dance Studio & Preschool - 2790 Parkside Cir.

Camp Concord, South Lake Tahoe 671-3006

Centre Concord - 5298 Clayton Road .............................. 671-3382

Clayton Valley Bowl - 5300 Clayton Road ........................ 689-4631

Concord Community Park & Pool - 3501 Cowell Road 671-3480

Concord Library - 2900 Salvio St. 646-5455

Concord Senior Center - 2727 Parkside Cir. 671-3320

Diablo Creek Golf Course - 4050 Port Chicago Highway 686-6267

Markham Nature Park - 1202 La Vista Ave.

Newhall Park - 1351 Newhall Parkway

Village Music - 1720 Linda Dr. ......................................... 676-8400

Willow Pass Community Center & Park............................ 671-3423

2748 E. Olivera Road

Recreation Services Important Numbers

Athletic Facility Rentals 671-3423

Camp Concord Registration 671-3404

Class Registration/Picnic Rentals 671-3404

Facility Rentals ............................................................... 671-3324

Rain Information Hotline ................................................. 671-3479

Sports Organizations

Youth Baseball/Softball

Clayton Valley Little League

www.cvll.org

Concord American Little League www.callbaseball.org

JOBL Baseball & Softball ............................. www.joblconcord.com

Payless Batting Cages .................................................... 825-7526

Youth Football/Cheerleading

Clayton Valley Athletic Assn www.cvaajreagles.com

Concord Youth Football www.concordyouthfootball.com

Youth Soccer

Concord AYSO

www.concordayso.org

Diablo Valley Futbol Club ................... www.diablovalleywolves.com

Liga Latina ...................................................................... 759-2118

Mt. Diablo Soccer Association .......................... www.mdsoccer.org

Adult Soccer

Concord AYSO www.concordayso.com

East Bay Senior Soccer www.ebssl.com

Adult Sports

Flag Football, Cornhole, Pickleball, Softball, Tennis

Concord Recreation Services .......................................... 671-3423

Bocce

Concord Bocce Federation www.concordbocce.org

Swimming

Terrapins Swim Team www.terrapinswim.com

Fall 2024 CityNews

News in Brief

Crime Map Available

Concord Police Chief Mark Bustillos delivered his annual public safety update to the City Council this spring. His presentation highlighted the department’s recent successes, community outreach activities, how new technology (such as drones and license plate readers) is being implemented, 2023 crime statistics, and new ways data is being tracked.

In an effort to increase transparency and community awareness, Chief Bustillos also unveiled a new public-facing crime map dashboard. This new tool, which is hosted on the City’s website, allows residents to see reported crimes. It allows users to search by address, but it anonymizes crime to the nearest reporting district to ensure sensitive information is protected. www.cityofconcord.org/Police.

Sister Cities Celebrate 50th Anniversary

The City of Concord and the City of Kitakami, Japan are celebrating their 50th anniversary of sisterhood and friendship. To commemorate the special occasion, a delegation of visitors from Kitakami will visit Concord Oct. 2-6.

The nonprofit Concord Ambassadors are looking for volunteers to help make this visit a success. If you’d like to host a guest, help plan, or attend festivities, please contact the Ambassadors at (925) 672-4562 or concordambassadors@gmail.com

Base Project Moves Forward

Following the March 19 Council approval of the term sheet negotiated between the City and master developer Brookfield Properties, Concord continues to make forward progress on the redevelopment of the former Concord Naval Weapons Station.

In June, Brookfield held a community open house, which drew more than 120 participants. Another public event will take place this fall, providing an opportunity for community members to share input on parks, open space, and trails developed as part of the project.

Over the next 24-36 months, the City and Brookfield will negotiate land transfer from the Navy and secure approval of the project’s necessary federal, state, and local entitlements.

To read more about the project and learn about future public events, please visit Brookfield’s new project website: www.concordbpproject.com.

News in Brief

Art Gallery Comes to Centre Concord

The nonprofit Concord Art Association (CAA) recently unveiled a new art exhibit: “Gallery CAA at Centre Concord.” CAA partnered with the City to showcase its members’ art in this beautiful location. Local artists have come together to present their finest work for this inaugural show.

The show, which features larger 2D art works, is on display in the Centre Concord lobby (5298 Clayton Rd.) from July 15 to October 11, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The lobby Gallery is also often open during dedicated weekend events.

Creative Concord Returns

Gearing up for its third year, the Creative Concord experience is set to return October 5-6. In addition to the six new public artworks that will be installed around Downtown Concord, more than a dozen artists and 10 musical acts will participate in the two-day Art & Music Jam at Todos Santos Park – both days from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Creative Concord, which is a partnership among the City, Visit Concord, and Local Edition Creative, was developed as an arts and culture program aimed at revitalizing the downtown area as society emerged from the pandemic. Since its inception in 2022, Creative Concord has enlivened the City with a portfolio of artworks that embody a sense of welcoming and an understanding that a wonderfully diverse community can be found right here.

Election Security: Protecting Your Vote

This year’s general election is set for Tuesday, Nov. 5. Security is layered into every aspect of Contra Costa County’s elections, and local officials take many steps – 48 steps to be exact – to protect your vote. The Contra Costa County Elections Division guarantees election security by securing technology, processes, facilities, and people.

Before election results are finalized, election officials ensure that every eligible ballot is counted, that voters only voted once, that all proper procedures were followed and that the vote tabulation system is properly counting ballots. Get the facts about election security at www.secure-election.org

In Concord, Council districts 2 and 4 will be up for election this November. Learn more at www.cityofconcord.org/elections

“Surveyor” by artist Rachel Fite is oil on canvas, now on display at Centre Concord.

Capital Improvements Budget Adopted

At its June 25 meeting, the City Council adopted the two-year capital budget for fiscal years 2024-25 and 2025-26, as well as the City’s five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

With $83.1 million slated to be invested into the City’s roadways and infrastructure over the next two fiscal years, Concord’s second largest capital budget in history, Concord will continue to make significant improvements to roadways, infrastructure, and other high-priority capital needs, through a myriad of projects, including:

• Willow Pass Sewer Project (’24) and Repaving (’24-’25) (Gateway Boulevard to Landana Drive)

• Treat Boulevard Paving, Phase 2 (San Miguel Road to Clayton Road)

• Monument Boulevard Paving (Detroit Avenue to Mohr Lane)

• Cowell Road Pothole and Base Repair (Babel Lane to Ygnacio Valley Road)

• Alberta Way Paving (Ygnacio Valley Road to Clayton Road)

• Plus, 13 residential neighborhoods will receive pavement treatment

Funding supports 46 continuing projects ($45.8 million) and 52 new projects ($37.3 million). Many of these projects are made possible by the voters through the passage of Measure V, the voter-approved use and transaction tax that went into effect in April 2021.

Work throughout the City is already in progress, with a mix of projects that include improvements to residential streets, as well as major arterials and collectors.

View our interactive Project Map www.cityofconcord. org/CIP to learn more about construction projects in your neighborhood and throughout the City.

Concord Welcomes New Places to Play

With activities for the young and the young-at-heart, families can stay cool this fall and have fun through an array of new businesses designed to delight. In addition to the popular places to play that have been in Concord for years, the City recently welcomed these newcomers:

ZyLand (1776 Arnold Industrial Way, Unit L), an indoor play space for children ages 6 and under, allows kids to engage in imaginative play to stimulate creativity and problem-solving skills.

Children 12 and under can go under the sea at Jumpity Bumpity’s (422 Sunvalley Mall, 2nd floor) ocean-themed recreation center and birthday party venue; and youth of all ages can learn mindfulness and selfconfidence through skateboarding at Rob Skate Academy (476 Sunvalley Mall, 1st floor), both located at Sunvalley Shopping Center.

If flying high is on your child’s bucket list, Urban Air Adventure Park (1695 Willow Pass Road) will be open soon, featuring large-scale trampolines, ziplines, rope courses, and more!

If your kiddo dreams of being a race car driver, head to Drive Sims (785 Oak Grove Road, Unit R) where thrill-seekers can be immersed in a realistic racing experience that will test each player’s F1 racing abilities. In Concord, there’s something for everyone!

Pictured at right: (top) ZyLand offers indoor play for kids 6 and under, and Drive Sims lets drivers put the pedal to the metal.

Rezoning Project Supports Fair Housing

Concord recently initiated an Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) project, which is one of the many programs in the City’s Housing Element. AFFH is a provision of the National Fair Housing Act, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968. This federal legislation prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of housing and ensures equal opportunity in housing for all.

California Assembly Bill 686 created new requirements for cities to affirmatively further fair housing as a part of a jurisdiction’s planning process. It requires cities to take meaningful actions that overcome patterns of segregation and that foster inclusive communities free from barriers that restrict access to opportunity.

Concord’s AFFH project requires the City to rezone a total of 20 acres in higher resource neighborhoods to allow highdensity multifamily development. The 20 acres is cumulative, meaning that various sized parcels can be rezoned across the entire study area.

The project is occurring in communication with residents, businesses, property owners, and developers. The next steps include public meetings to review parcels that will be considered for rezoning. The project web page at www.cityofconcord.org/AFFH contains important information, including presentations, maps, meeting dates, and other relevant materials. Please join us by sharing your ideas and attending community meetings.

City Enacts Rent Stabilization, Eviction Protections

In a continued effort to protect Concord tenants, the City Council adopted an amended Residential Tenant Protection Program that went into effect on April 19, 2024. The Ordinance amends the Concord Municipal Code Chapter 19.40 to increase “just cause” eviction protections, expands the City’s rent registry, and establishes a rent stabilization program.

The goal of the new regulations is to stabilize the community, minimizing displacement of residents, while also allowing property owners to make a fair return on their investments.

A fact sheet was recently mailed to all Concord residents and to all owners of Concord rental properties. Learn more and download the flyer at www.cityofconcord.org/ rentprogram

Organizations Sought for Homeless Strategic Plan Implementation

Concord’s Homeless Strategic Plan was approved on Feb. 6, 2024 and serves as a roadmap to guide City investments to address homelessness in Concord. The plan originally outlined six core strategies for implementation reflecting the input from community members and stakeholders, including those with lived experience of homelessness and system partners. The City Council approved adding a seventh core strategy of Permanent Supportive Motel Housing after a discussion at their June 25 meeting. The strategies now include:

• Creating a Mobile Resource Unit

• Investing in Rapid Rehousing

• Securing Permanent Supportive Motel Housing

• Development of various interim housing models

 Centralized Interim Housing

 Scattered Site Interim Housing

 Tiny Homes

 Interim Motel Housing

All strategies prioritize addressing the immediate needs of those living unsheltered by focusing on connection to services and expanding housing options with support services.

The City will be releasing a request for proposal (RFP) to solicit applications from qualified organizations for strategy implementation. The RFP is anticipated to be released in September 2024, with a goal of awarding grant money to successful proposals in November 2024. The competitive funding process will highlight the City’s interest in supporting programs with demonstrated success as evidenced by performance outcomes and program sustainability.

To learn more and stay updated about the implementation process, please visit: www.cityofconcord.org/ homelessstrategicplan.

ART & music jam @ todos santos plaza • 12-6pm • Saturday, october 5 & sunday, october 6 plus: 6 new public artworks will be installed around downtown • free to attend

MUSIC canvas artists

CHIKA DI • Paper Kayak • THE SESHEN • soul glitch

Emily afton • skinny hendrixx & the earthtones

SOLO OPERA • janet noguera

diablo taiko • guitars not guns

murals

brian arriaga • ratur • eugenia ho keya tama • Juuri • dana albany

abby vinluan (pinole) • alex hagerty (concord) • alexis gallo (berkeley)

alyssa minko (berkeley) • carlos ortiz (redwood city) • christina abad (vallejo)

greg galinsky (port costa) • hannah balke (alameda) • jenny rosales (concord) katie yarnold (el sobrante) • lorraine curtis (benicia) • marvin mann (richmond)

micah black (chico) • michelle saputo (walnut creek) • natalia corazza (monterey)

zoe caron (fremont)

by:

presented

Poppy Castle, by Irene Bee Kain

Reflections, by Warren Dreher

Surveyor, by Rachel Fite

CITY OF CONCORD'S HEALTH EXPO

Thursday, October 3, 2024

9 a.m.-2 p.m. • Concord Senior Center • 2727 Parkside Circle

This FREE community event provides resources, free health screenings, and information for seniors, families, and caregivers.

We’re still accepting vendor applications for this event that attracts 400+ people. A vendor booth includes a table and two chairs. Vendor registration is open until filled – register today!

Non-Profit Organization: 121796 / For Profit Organization: 121797

FRIDAY , OCTOBER

Floating Pumpkin Patch

Saturday, October 12, 2024

1:30-3:30 p.m. Concord Community Pool $18 residents, $23 non-residents

Join aquatic staff for a Spooktacular fall-time event for the whole family! Splash around and pick out the perfect pumpkin in our shallow lanes. Once you have picked the best pumpkin in the patch, get dressed in your Halloween costume to decorate your pumpkin while enjoying spooktacular music, arts and crafts, and games! Register online at www.concordreg.org

& Craft F

TURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024

10AM-3PM ENIOR CENTER, 2727 PARKSIDE

Complete your holiday shopping while supporting local artists in your community! More than 300 visitors attend this annual event to purchase jewelry, knitted goods, custom cups, and more from 70 vendors.

n being a vendor?

ine at www.concordreg.org

DECEMBER 2-DECEMBER 9

Visit one of the many locations around Concord hosting a BASTAS gift tree. Locations announced in November. Be a Santa to a Senior (BASTAS) service program provides holiday cheer to seniors who are least likely to receive a gift, who are lonely, or financially in

Select an ornament tag, purchase the gift wish listed and return the unwrapped gifts to the same location. Ornament tags available in November.

Donated gifts will be wrapped on Saturday, December 14 and delivered to the recipients the following week.

For more information on BASTAS or to join the gift wrapping party, contact Barbie Gary at barbie.gary@cityofconcord.org.

Camp Concord goals are to provide youth: Adventure, Acceptance, Achievement, Safety, Growth, and Friendship.

Friends of Camp Concord raises funds for camper scholarships and facility improvements. friendsofcampconcord.org/register

For more information contact: tournament@friendsofcampconcord.org

During the month of August, Camp Concord hosts three amazing weeks just for adults 50 years of age or older Located in beautiful South Lake Tahoe, these all-inclusive weeks run Monday to Friday Lodging, meals, and all on-camp activities are included in the price.

Our 50 & Better Camps fill fast, so register early For more information, please visit www.campconcord.org or call 925-671-3006.

Camp Concord, "The Happiest Place On Dirt"!

8/11 - 8/15 M - F R: $319/ NR: $349 123803

8/18 - 8/22 M - F R: $319/ NR: $349 123804

8/25 - 8/29 M - F R: $319/ NR: $349 123805

Preschool

CITY OF CONCORD PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

a great place to grow

Learn through play with the Concord Preschool Program! Our highly trained and experienced teachers guide young learners through a variety of enriching experiences in each class, encouraging children to play, learn, and grow. Through literature, math, science, art, music and movement, and fine motor activities, your child will make new friends, learn routines, and play while our teachers assist in personal, social, and emotional development!

Established in 1991, the Concord Preschool Program has proudly served over 7,000 families since establishment. Some of our teachers have been with the program for over 25 years!

2024-2025 School Year

Class Dates and Times

September 3, 2024-May 9, 2025

9-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-3 p.m.

Locations

Centre Concord: 5298 Clayton Road

2, 3 and 4 year old classes*

*3-4 year olds must be potty-trained

Baldwin Park: 2790 Parkside Circle

2, 3, and 4 year old classes*

Monthly Fees

2 day/week: $199R / $231NR

3 day/week: $284R / $316NR

Registration

Registration closes on January 31, 2025. A $140 non-refundable, non-transferable registration fee (#122255) must be paid prior to registering for a class. A $25 one-time, non-refundable materials fee will be charged at the time of the first tuition payment. For assistance with registration, please call 925-671-3404. For more information and to register, visit

2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR CLASSES

CENTRE CONCORD

2 year olds 2 by 9/1/24

M/W/F 9-11:30 a.m. 122256

Seeds TU/TH 9-11:30 a.m. 122257

2-3 year olds 2 or 3 by 9/1/24 M/W/F 12:30-3 p.m. 122258

Seedlings

3 year olds 3 by 9/1/24 M/W/F 9-11:30 a.m. 122259 Sprouts TU/TH 9-11:30 a.m. 122260

4 year olds 4 by 9/1/24 M/W/F 9-11:30 a.m. 122261

Saplings TU/TH 9-11:30 a.m. 122262

BALDWIN PARK

2 year olds 2 by 9/1/24 M/W/F 9-11:30 a.m. 122264

Seeds

3 year olds 3 by 9/1/24 TU/TH 9-11:30 a.m. 122265

Sprouts

3-4 year olds

Sproutlings 3 or 4 by 9/1/24 M/W/F 9-11:30 a.m. 122266

4 year olds 4 by 9/1/24 M/W/F 12:30-3 p.m. 122267

Saplings

Lunch Bunch

CENTRE CONCORD

An exciting new addition to our preschool program! Lunch Bunch offers an extra hour of play before or after class for students enrolled in our program. Children can enjoy a supervised lunchtime with their peers, followed by additional playtime and a variety of activity experiences planned by our teachers. This extended session offers a unique opportunity for children to unwind and further develop their cognitive and social skills in a safe and enriching environment.

2, 3, or 4 by 9/1/24 M/W/F 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. 123538 $126R/$138NR

2, 3, or 4 by 9/1/24 TU/TH 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. 123539 $84R/$92NR

BALDWIN PARK

2, 3, or 4 by 9/1/24 M/W/F 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. 123540 $126R/$138NR

Lunch is not included. Children must be enrolled in a class hosted before or after Lunch Bunch session at same location. Activities vary based on staff discretion and student interests. Age Schedule Class # Monthly Fee

2, 3, or 4 by 9/1/24 TU/TH 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. 123541 $84R/$92NR

Dance, Music & Performing Arts

Kidz Hip-Hop

Ages: 3-5 years

Young dancers will experience high energy, fun expansive footwork, and build a positive attitude with confidence. Attire: Comfortable T-shirt, sweatpants or shorts, and street shoes. No jeans or flip flops. $5 material fee due to instructor at first class.

Location: Baldwin Park Dance Studio

Instructor: Chelsea Davis

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/7-10/26 SA 11-11:45a.m. R: $69/NR: $75 123643

11/2-12/21 SA 11-11:45a.m. R: $69/NR: $75 123784

Pre Ballet

Ages: 3-5 years

Preschool dancers will be inspired with the world of ballet through creative movement and improvisation. Dancers will focus on body positioning, balance and fundamentals of vocabulary. Appropriate attire: ballet shoes, tights or leggings, and leotards.

Location: Baldwin Park Dance Studio

Instructor: Luana Nietschy

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/7-10/19 SA 9-9:30a.m. R: $92/NR: $100 123646 123647

Enrichment & Special Interest

My Lileigh Pad Nature Preschool

Ages: 3-4 years

This program is designed to enrich children and deepen their connection with nature. Curriculum is play-based with a light intro to the alphabet, numbers, music and literature. Daily activities will include group walks on the trails, exploring the creek, art and sensory stations and free play. This program will be outside in all weather play. A $50 supply fee is due on the first day of each session.

Location: Markham Nature Park

Instructor: Erin Magallanes

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/3-9/26 TU/TH 9-11:30a.m. R: $372/NR: $408 123639

10/1-10/31 TU/TH 9-11:30a.m. R: $372/NR: $408 123640

11/5-11/21 TU/TH 9-11:30a.m. R: $372/NR: $408 123641

12/3-12/19 TU/TH 9-11:30a.m. R: $372/NR: $408 123642

Meet Erin

My Lileigh Pad Nature Preschool

Erin’s love of creativity and play helped her create My Lileigh Pad. Programs are all about being outside, providing children a place to explore and play in an environment that helps them grow. Erin believes playing outside brings joy, promotes creativity, and helps grow your love of nature. New classes begin this Fall at Markham Nature Park.

Sports

All Sorts of Sports JR. Club

Ages: 4-6 years

This program gives children a fun, active & educational experience tailored to the abilities of their age group. Your child will have a blast learning motor skills and coordination while playing games with the other children that may include baseball, soccer, flag football, capture the flag, relay & obstacle races and a whole lot more. Featuring structured simple activities, individual and team-building challenges along with small-sided competitions to develop and engage young athletes. **Sports played are up to staff discretion and can be changed due to safety reasons or the overall wants and needs of the group in order to keep the program enjoyable for all campers.

Location: Concord Community Park

Instructor: National Academy of Athletics

DATES DAY TIME FEE

10/12-11/30 SA 9-10:30a.m. R: $196/NR: $215 123631

Parent & Me Little Shots Basketball

Ages: 4-5 years

Little Shot participants are guided through a series of rhythm, speed, balance and coordination skills and drills. Work through obstacles learning to dribble, pass and shoot. This program helps kids fall in love with playing basketball and moving their bodies.

Kidz Love Soccer - Tot/Pre-Soccer

Ages: 3 1/2-5 years

Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! Children will have fun and learn the basic techniques of the game while building self-esteem. Children learn to follow instructions in a nurturing, ageappropriate environment. All participants receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey! Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

Location: Concord Community Park

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/21 M 5:20-5:55p.m. R: $175/NR: $191 123627

Tiny Tigers Karate

Ages: 3-6 years

Build your little ninja’s confidence, focus, and discipline through fun, action-packed classes. We focus on fitness, coordination, discipline, focus, balance, memory, control and teamwork! $49 material fee due to instructor on first day for uniform and belt.

Location: 2956 Treat Blvd Suite H

Instructor: Delta Martial Arts & Athletics

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/3-9/24 TU 3:30-4p.m. R: $60/NR: $65 123752

9/6-9/27 F 5:30-6p.m. R: $60/NR: $65 123749

10/1-10/22 TU 3:30-4p.m. R: $60/NR: $65 123753

10/4-10/25 F 5:30-6p.m. R: $60/NR: $65 123750

11/1-11/22 F 5:30-6p.m. R: $60/NR: $65 123751

11/5-11/26 TU 3:30-4p.m. R: $60/NR: $65 123754 Search by

Location: Baldwin Park Basketball Courts

Instructor: National Academy of Athletics

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/7-9/28 SA 9-10a.m. R: $131/NR: $144 123633

Kidz

Love Soccer - Mommy/Daddy & Me

Ages: 2-3 years

The fun happens on the field, so don’t just watch from the sidelines! Here is your chance to join in your toddler’s introduction to the worlds most popular sport. You’ll participate in fun, age-appropriate activities, and help your child to develop their motor and socialization skills. A variety of soccer activities are played each week. Adult participation is required. All participants receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey!

Location: Concord Community Park

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/21 M 6-6:30p.m. R: $175/NR: $191 123628

Youth & Teens

Youth & Teen Classes

Dance, Music & Performing Arts

Ballet 1

Ages: 4-10 years

Dancers will learn the fundamentals of classical ballet focusing on technique, body placement, vocabulary and musicality. Perform to inspiring graceful movements and creativity. Appropriate attire: ballet shoes, tights or leggings and leotards.

Location: Baldwin Park Dance Studio

Instructor: Luana Nietschy

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/7-10/19 SA 9:45-10:30a.m. R: $102/NR: $111 123644

10/26-12/14 SA 9:45-10:30a.m. R: $102/NR: $111 123645

Aerial Silks for Beginners

Ages: 7-13 years

Come join the circus! Learn to fly on aerial silks while building strength, confidence, and flexibility.

Location: 2956 Treat Blvd Suite H

Instructor: Delta Martial Arts & Athletics

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-9/30 M 3:15-4:15p.m. R: $113/NR: $124 123755

9/5-9/26 TH 4:30-5:30p.m. R: $113/NR: $124 123758

10/7-10/28 M 3:15-4:15p.m. R: $113/NR: $124 123756

10/3-10/24 TH 4:30-5:30p.m. R: $113/NR: $124 123759

11/4-11/25 M 3:15-4:15p.m. R: $113/NR: $124 123757

11/7-12/5 TH 4:30-5:30p.m. R: $113/NR: $124 123760

Enrichment & Special Interest

Junior Achievement: More Than Money

Ages: 8-11 years

This program will introduce you to financial literacy and entrepreneurship through learning objectives that include money-management skills, goods and services, and global markets. Through hands-on activities, you will learn a practical approach to starting a business and making smart decisions about managing money.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Junior Achievement of Northern California

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/7 M 5-6p.m. FREE 123638 9/11-10/9 W 5-6p.m. FREE 123637

American Red Cross Babysitter Training Ages: 11-15 years

Join us for a day full of fun while learning what it takes to become a safe and successful babysitter! All participants will receive a Red Cross Babysitter Training and Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification upon completion of the course. Participants will learn the following: Pediatric CPR and First Aid, marketing, games and activities, what to do in case of an emergency, communicating with parents, and planning a successful babysitting business.

Location: Centre Concord

Instructor: Recreation Reimagined

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 12/7 SA 9a.m.-5p.m. R: $220/NR: $241 123761

Sports

Kidz Love Soccer – Soccer 1

Ages: 5-6 years

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 their 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 Kidz Love Soccer jersey! Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

Location: Concord Community Park

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer

DATES DAY TIME FEE

CLASS #

9/9-10/21 M 3:40-4:25p.m. R: $175/NR: $191 123625

Kidz Love Soccer – Soccer 2

Ages: 7-10 years

A great introduction to competitive soccer, Skillz and Scrimmages teaches advanced skill building such as dribbling, passing and shooting in a team format, as well as an introduction to goaltending. Kids will scrimmage and learn to play together as a team. From defense and mid-field to forward and goalie. Kids get exposure to playing every position and have a blast doing it. Appropriate for players of varying skill levels. Best of all, each participant receives a Kidz Love Soccer jersey!

Location: Concord Community Park

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer

DATES DAY TIME FEE

CLASS #

9/9-10/21 M 4:30-5:15p.m. R: $175/NR: $191 123626

Junior Hoops Basketball Development Program:

Hot Shots

Ages: 6-7 years

This program is designed for kids to learn the basic concepts of basketball. Staff will guide the children through a series of rhythm, speed, balance, and coordination skills and drills. Kids have fun working through obstacles as they learn to dribble, pass and shoot the ball. This program focuses on the basic fundamentals of basketball with a creative twist to help the children better understand the concepts of the game.

Location: Baldwin Park Basketball Courts

Instructor: National Academy of Athletics

DATES DAY TIME FEE

CLASS #

9/7-9/28 SA 10:15-11:15a.m. R: $131/NR: $144 123634

Introduction to Basketball

Ages: 5-13 years

Learn how to play basketball, have fun, and make new friends with Stealth Sports Center basketball coaches! Your child will learn the fundamentals of basketball in a positive environment including running, jumping, shooting, and dribbling with our trained and experienced staff. Stealth Sports Center’s indoor courts are located in midtown Concord off of Clayton Rd, right next to Concord Tap House.

Location: Stealth Sports Center

Instructor: Stealth Sports

Ages: 5-8 years

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/3-9/24 TU 4-5p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123739

9/5-9/26 TH 4-5p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123742

10/8-10/29 TU 4-5p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123740

10/10-10/31 TH 4-5p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123743

11/5-11/26 TU 4-5p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123741

11/7-11/21 TH 5-6p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123744

Ages: 9-12 years

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/3-9/24 TU 5-6p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123745

9/5-9/26 TH 5-6p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123748

10/8-10/29 TU 5-6p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123746

10/10-10/31 TH 5-6p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123763

11/5-11/26 TU 5-6p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123747

11/7-11/21 TH 5-6p.m. R: $146/NR: $160 123764

All Sorts of Sports Club

Ages: 7-12 years

The All Sorts of Sports coed program is packed with fun. Whether your child is a beginner or more experienced player, this multi-sport camp is a perfect place for kids to be introduced to the world of sports, teamwork and athletics! Games we play include, basketball, dodgeball, soccer, kickball, and football, capture the flag, ultimate Frisbee & obstacle races and a whole lot more. Your children will learn new skills while having a blast and making new friends. **Sports played are up to staff discretion and can be changed due to safety reasons or the overall wants and needs of the group in order to keep the program enjoyable for all participants.

Location: Concord Community Park

Instructor: National Academy of Athletics

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 9/9-10/2 M/W 4-5:30p.m. R: $196/NR: $215 123629

10/7-10/30 M/W 4-5:30p.m. R: $196/NR: $215 123630

Youth & Teen Classes

Junior Tennis for Beginners

Ages: 5-12 years

This beginner-friendly class will have you mastering the basics through fun games, skill-building drills, and having a ball (pun intended!). Through a balance of fun and fundamentals, children will learn the basic rules and techniques of tennis. Light conditioning and fun games are taught in a positive and safe environment. Participants must bring their own racquet, sun protection/sunscreen and plenty of water.

Location: Willow Pass Park, Court 4

Instructor: Calvin McCullough

DATES DAY TIME FEE

9/9-10/16 M/W 4-5p.m. R: $250/NR: $274 123566

9/9-10/14 M 4-5p.m. R: $157/NR: $172 123564

9/11-10/16 W 4-5p.m. R: $157/NR: $172 123565

Junior Tennis for Intermediates

Ages: 5-12 years

Is your child ready to take their tennis skills to the next level? This class is designed for intermediate level players who can already hit the ball consistently and want to improve their technique and strategy. Through a balance of fun and fundamentals, children will learn the basic rules and techniques of tennis. Light conditioning and fun games are taught in a positive and safe environment. Participants must bring their own racquet, sun protection/sunscreen and plenty of water.

Location: Willow Pass Park, Court 4

Instructor: Calvin McCullough

DATES DAY TIME FEE

9/10-10/17 TU/TH 4-5:30p.m. R: $372/NR: $408 123569

9/10-10/15 TU 4-5:30p.m. R: $242/NR: $265 123567

9/12-10/17 TH 4-5:30p.m. R: $242/NR: $265 123568

18 hole Championship Golf Facility 4050 Port Chicago Highway, Concord 94520 925-686-6267  www.diablocreekgc.com

Open 7 days/week  Full-service Pro Shop

SWING INTO FALL with a golf tune-up or learn to play golf with lessons from one of our qualified instructors!

Custom Club-Fitting Center Come try out the newest golf product and be personally fit by one of our certified instructors with the latest Track Man technology which measures all facets of the ball flight. We carry all major brands. Call today to set an appointment.

Lighted driving range and full-service Pro Shop. Golf shop closes at 9:15 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Lights out 10 p.m. Golf shop closes at 8:15 p.m. on Sundays. Lights out 9 p.m. Call for inclement weather conditions: 925-686-6267

First Tee is a non-profit youth program established to teach life skills and instill core values through the game of golf.

Fall 2024 Season (8 weeks): September 9–November 2

Registration Dates: Monday, August 5 at 8 a.m. for returning participants; Tuesday, August 6 at 8 a.m. for new participants.

Cost: $170 (ages 5-6) and $180 (ages 7+) *Financial Aid available

For more information or to register: firstteecontracosta.org/new

School Break Day Camps

Backyard Explorers Fall Break Camp

Grades: K-5

Fill those fall break days with enriching and engaging activities in Concord’s own Markham Nature Park. Your child will make new friends and have fun while supervised by highly trained staff. Activities will include a variety of crafts, games, nature walks, playground time, fall-themed projects, and more!

Location: Markham Nature Park

SESSION 1

Theme: Autumn Adventures

Field Trip: The Lawrence Hall of Science

Bugs: Grades K-1

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/7-10/11 M-F 8a.m.-3p.m. R: $299/NR: $331 123728

Adventurers: Grades 2-3

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/7-10/11 M-F 8a.m.-3p.m. R: $299/NR: $331 123729

Trackers: Grades 4-5

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/7-10/11 M-F 8a.m.-3p.m. R: $299/NR: $331 123730

SESSION 2

Theme: Forest Friends

Special Guest: East Bay Regional Parks Nature to You

Bugs: Grades K-1

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

11/25-11/27 M-W 8a.m.-3p.m. R: $179/NR: $196 123731

Adventurers: Grades 2-3

DATES DAY TIME FEE

# 11/25-11/27 M-W 8a.m.-3p.m. R: $179/NR: $196 123732

Trackers: Grades 4-5

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 11/25-11/27 M-W 8a.m.-3p.m. R: $179/NR: $196 123733

Thanksgiving Break Fitness Club

Ages: 8-12 years

The RSVP, Run, Speed, Vertical and Power Camp by National Academy of Athletics is packed with fun. Whether your child is a beginner or more advanced athlete, the drills taught at this camp will help them become a better athlete. Our RSVP camps are the perfect place to learn about the quickness, power and fitness while having a blast and making new friends.

Location: Concord Community Park

Instructor: National Academy of Athletics

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 11/25-11/27 M-W 10a.m.-12p.m. R: $126/NR: $138 123635

Youth & Teen Classes

Hybrid Virtual Driver’s Ed

Ages: 15+ years

Hybrid Class Instruction: This is a virtual Driver’s Education with a live instructor. Students will enjoy a series of Driver’s Education lectures including understanding the responsibilities of having a driver’s license, learning the rules of the road and accident-avoidance procedures. Independent assignments will also be completed during the week. Course also includes practice questions, defensive driving movies and written test prep. Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate of completion.

Location: Online

Instructor: Bay Area Driving School

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/5-10/26 SA 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $245/NR: $268 123652

11/25-11/29 M/TU/W/F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $245/NR: $268 123653

12/30-1/3 M/TU/TH/F 9a.m.-12p.m.R: $245/NR: $268 123654

Online Driver’s Ed

Ages: 15+ years

The DMV allows teens to receive their Learner’s Permit at age 15 1/2 and their License at age 16. This class is the FIRST required step to acquire a permit. This online course is full of 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.

Location: Online

Instructor: Bay Area Driving School

DATES FEE CLASS #

9/1-9/30 R: $54/NR: $59 123648

10/1-10/31 R: $54/NR: $59 123649

11/1-11/30 R: $54/NR: $59 123650

12/1-12/31 R: $54/NR: $59 123651

Youth Scholarship Program

Counselor in Training (ages 12-15) The

Group

Splash Camp (ages 8-14)

Lil Explorers (ages 2-5)

Backyard Explorers (grades K-5th)

East Bay Explorers (grades 5th-8th)

Get your fit on at the Willow Pass Park Outdoor Fitness Center. A QR code at each station demonstrates proper use.

Push- Up and Leg Lift Stations

Suspension Trainers

Sit Up Bench

2 City Bikes

Speed Ladder and Agility Dots

Cardio Steps

outdoors!

If you’re interested in learning how to utilize the fitness equipment sign up for our Game Ready Fitness class. This class is open to everyone interested in learning how to utilize the equipment and have a great workout! More information on page 36.

to the public during daylight hours, this free course features 9 holes over a short, technical course that includes a small redwood forest. Bring your own disc.

Adults

Adult Classes

Arts & Crafts

Drawing with Color Pencils & Watercolors

Ages: 18 years and up

Beginner and advanced students can learn simple techniques to create floral images, animals, portraits, or landscapes. The instructor will provide demonstrations, individual help, and critiques. You may work in the style of your choice.

Location: Concord Senior Center Instructor: Ann Nakatani

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/11-10/23 W 9:30-10:30a.m. R: $74/NR: $81 123688

10/30-12/18 W 9:30-10:30a.m. R: $83/NR: $91 123689

Fun Drawings Made Easy

Ages: 18 years and up

Learn to enjoy drawing and painting. Create personal and time treasured keepsakes for family and friends. Experienced instructor, Ann, will provide all levels of instruction covering colored pencils, watercolor and Japanese brush painting. A supply list will be provided at the first meeting.

Location: Concord Senior Center Instructor: Ann Nakatani

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/11-10/23 W 10:30-11:30a.m. R: $74/NR: $81 123694

10/30-12/18 W 10:30-11:30a.m. R: $83/NR: $91 123695

Dance, Music & Performing Arts

Fun with African Drums & Percussion

Ages: 13-85 years

Drumming is fun, easy and a great way to improve one’s self-esteem while fostering a lasting musical groundwork. Students are introduced to basic, rhythmic, and percussive concepts, while discovering the culture, customs, and music of Africa. Through tried-and-true teaching techniques and games, the vast world of hand drumming is explored. Drums are furnished; take-home student drums are available for rent. No class October 31.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Hope Izabelle

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/17-11/14 TH 7:30-8:30p.m. R: $70/NR: $77 123717

Ukulele Beginning

Ages: 17 years and up

You will learn to strum simple songs like Jambalaya, Let it Be, and Blue Hawai’i! You will need your ukulele, a strap, tuner, pencil, and folder or binder for music.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Dianna Dumelle

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/11-10/23 W 1:45-2:45p.m. R: $60/NR: $66 123700 11/6-12/18 W 1:45-2:45p.m. R: $60/NR: $66 123701

Ukulele Intermediate

Ages: 17 years and up

Learn to read music for ukulele using both standard staff notation and tablature. Develop skills to play melodies, harmonies, advanced strums, chords, and riffs and gain understanding in music theory. You will need: ukulele, strap, tuner, pencil, eraser, and a folder or binder for music. Prerequisite: ability to play basic major, minor, and 7th chords.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Dianna Dumelle

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/11-10/23 W 3-4p.m. R: $60/NR: $66 123702

11/6-12/18 W 3-4p.m. R: $60/NR: $66 123703

Ukulele Jam Session

Ages: 17 years and up

Kanikapila! That's Hawaiian style! Hawaiian and some oldies and popular music. For at least intermediate level (and intrepid experienced beginners who can learn more chords as we go). $60 charge for music binder is payable to instructor on first class. No class November 11.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Dianna Dumelle

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/28 M 3:30-5p.m. R: $68/NR: $74 123704

11/4-12/16 M 3:30-5p.m. R: $52/NR: $57 123705

Line Dancing by Sparkles – Basic Beginner to Beginner

Ages: 18 years and up

Keep fit, sharpen your memory, release endorphins, laugh, and smile! This is an opportunity for new and returning line dance students to make new friends while learning absolute (if you have never danced before) beginner to slightly higher beginner line dances. It doesn't feel like exercise but you’re moving and building strength all the same. No class October 11, November 15, and November 29.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Susan “Sparkles” Dodge

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/13-10/25 F 9:30-10:45a.m. R: $52/NR: $57 123675

11/1-12/13 F 9:30-10:45a.m. R: $44/NR: $49 123676

Line Dancing by Sparkles –Improver to Intermediate

Ages: 18 years and up

This class is for high beginners and improvers. You must have mastered the steps from the Beginner class to join. No class October 9 and November 13.

Location: Willow Pass Community Center

Instructor: Susan “Sparkles” Dodge

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/4-10/30 W 10-11:15a.m. R: $68/NR: $74 123677

11/6-12/18 W 10-11:15a.m. R: $52/NR: $57 123678

Line Dance Social by Sparkles

Ages: 18 years and up

Join our Line Dance Social for active adults! Connect, make friends, and enjoy an afternoon of dancing. Practice the routines from the “Line Dancing by Sparkles” classes, learn new moves, and boost your memory while staying active. Advance registration is recommended. There will be a Halloween theme for this event and costumes will be encouraged! Light refreshments will be provided.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Susan “Sparkles” Dodge

DATE

10/20 SU 1-4p.m. R: $13/NR: $18 123772

Line Dance with Alice – Basic Beginner

Ages: 18 years and up

This class is for those with little to no prior line dance experience. Discover the joy of line dancing. Learn basic steps in a welcoming and fun-filled environment. Line dancing promotes confidence, memory, well-being and coordination along with lots of smiles and laughter. No class November 29.

Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Alice Gustafson

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/13-10/25 F 11:30a.m.-1p.m. R: $60/NR: $66 123712 11/8-12/20 F 11:30a.m.-1p.m. R: $52/NR: $57 123713

Line Dance with Alice – Beginner

Ages: 18 years and up

This class is for those who have prior experience dancing basic line dance steps. Take your dancing to the next level by adding new beginner steps to the basic steps you’ve already learned. Come join the fun! No class November 28.

Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Alice Gustafson

DATES DAY TIME FEE

9/12-10/31 TH 10-11:30a.m. R: $68/NR: $74 123714

11/14-12/19 TH 10-11:30a.m. R: $44/NR: $49 123715

Enrichment & Special Interest

Spanish for Beginners – on Zoom

Ages: 18 years and up

Start learning Spanish now! Almost 40% of California residents speak Spanish or have Spanish-speaking backgrounds, making it a growing necessity. With a familiar alphabet and common words, it’s the easiest foreign language for English speakers. This class caters to all levels, so whether you’re a beginner or have some knowledge, you CAN speak Spanish!

Location: Online via ZOOM Instructor: Derrick Leonard

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 9/9-9/30 M 7-8p.m. R: $40/NR: $45 123665

10/7-10/28 M 7-8p.m. R: $40/NR: $45 123666

11/4-11/25 M 7-8p.m. R: $40/NR: $45 123667

12/2-12/23 M 7-8p.m. R: $40/NR: $45 123668

Adult Classes

Trust and Estate Planning Made Easy

Ages: 18 years and up

Revocable Living Trusts can help avoid probate. There are different kinds of Revocable Living Trusts. A Trust can be expensive and complicated or simple and economical to administer depending on which kind you choose. Have your questions answered by an experienced attorney who will explain why and how Trusts/Wills work in a way that is easy to understand.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Raymond McFalone

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

12/5-12/12 TH 1:30-3:30p.m. FREE 123725

Improv for All Levels

Ages: 18+ years

Improv for Everyone! Bring laughter, fun, and ease into your life. Gain confidence for public speaking, stage work or everyday life. Learn how to apply improv skills to improve communication and how to be more spontaneous and live in the moment!

Location: Centre Concord

Instructor: Spontaneous Mind

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/24-11/14 TH 3-4:30p.m. R: $106/NR: $116 123636

Beginning Yoga – Hybrid

Ages: 16 years and up

Everyone can practice yoga! You will gain strength and flexibility and leave your stress behind in this Iyengar style class. The benefits are too numerous to list! This class is a hybrid course taught live via Zoom and simultaneously in-person at the Willow Pass Community Center. No class October 7 and November 11.

Location: Willow Pass Community Center or ZOOM Instructor: Susan Killoran

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/28 M 4:30-5:30p.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123669

11/4-12/16 M 4:30-5:30p.m. R: $40/NR: $45 123670

Intermediate Yoga – Hybrid

Ages: 16 years and up

Continue to go deeper into your yoga practice in this Iyengar style class. The benefits are too numerous to list. This class includes inversions and back bends. Prerequisite: Must have a minimum of one year of yoga practice. This class is a hybrid course taught live via Zoom and simultaneously in-person at the Willow Pass Community Center. No class October 7 and November 11.

Location: Willow Pass Community Center or ZOOM Instructor: Susan Killoran

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/28 M 5:40-6:50p.m. R: $53/NR: $58 123673

11/4-12/16 M 5:40-6:40p.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123674

Chair Yoga – on ZOOM

Ages: 18 years and up

Yoga can improve health and reduce stress. Poses for strength, flexibility, and balance, as well as breathing for stress reduction are incorporated into our time together. If you want these benefits, but prefer not to get on the floor, this is a great class for you. A chair or a wall is used for balance assist. Appropriate for those with arthritis/ osteoporosis. No class November 28.

Health & Fitness

Beginning Yoga – on ZOOM

Ages: 16 years and up

Everyone can practice yoga! You will gain strength and flexibility and leave your stress behind in this Iyengar style class. The benefits are too numerous to list! No class October 2 and 9.

Location: Online via ZOOM

Instructor: Susan Killoran

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/4-10/30 W 4:30-5:30p.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123671

11/6-12/18 W 4:30-5:30p.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123672

Location: Online via ZOOM Instructor: Sandi Smith-Grove

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/5-9/26 TH 10-10:50a.m. R: $56/NR: $61 123684

11/7-12/19 TH 10-10:50a.m. R: $82/NR: $90 123685

Pilates

Ages: 18 years and up

Engage in a unique set of low impact exercises that strengthens and tones the body’s core muscles, improves posture and flexibility, and creates a more streamline figure. Pilates increases one’s inner strength, complementing almost all physical activities, enhancing overall health, posture, performance, and physical appearance. No class November 27.

Location: Concord Senior Center Instructor: David Henry

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/4-10/30 W 6-6:45p.m. R: $132/NR: $145 123679

11/6-12/18 W 6-6:45p.m. R: $94/NR: $103 123680

Multi-Session

9/4-12/18 W 6-6:45p.m. R: $193.50/NR: $212.50 123681

Tai Chi and Qigong

Ages: 18 years and up

Learn and practice Tai Chi and Qigong: gentle movements to improve balance, strengthen the body, quiet the mind, and relieve stress. Each class includes standing meditation, qigong, and tai chi movement. Both beginners and experienced students are welcome.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Jon Finch

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/10-10/22 TU 6:30-7:30p.m. R: $74/NR: $81 123661

10/29-12/17 TU 6:30-7:30p.m. R: $84/NR: $92 123662

Tai Chi in the Park Ages: 18 years and up

Learn and practice Tai Chi and Qigong: gentle movement to improve balance, strengthen the body, quiet the mind, and relieve stress. Classes held outdoors weather permitting or indoors if inclement. Each class includes Standing Meditation, Qigong, and Tai Chi movement. No class November 28.

Location: John F. Baldwin Park

Instructor: Jon Finch

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/5-10/24 TH 12:30-1:30p.m. R: $84/NR: $92 123663

10/31-12/19 TH 12:30-1:30p.m. R: $74/NR: $81 123664

Fit & Low Stretches with Elisa

Ages: 18 years and up

Are you an older adult who wants a total body workout? With a complete series of seated and standing positions, you will increase flexibility, balance, joint coordination, agility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance. This assists to heal and prevent damage to your joints and reverse pain caused by bad standing and walking postures. End with restorative relaxation breathing exercises to promote stress reduction and mental clarity. No class November 6 and 11.

Instructor: Elisa Borges

Location: Concord Senior Center

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/21 M 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123691

11/4-12/16 M 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. R: $52/NR: $57 123692

Location: Centre Concord

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/4-10/23 W 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. R: $40/NR: $45 123690

10/30-12/18 W 11:30a.m.-12:30p.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123693

Zumba Gold with Elisa

Ages: 18 years and up

Muscle Toning for the young at heart. It’s the dance fitness party that moves at your pace and more! Shake and sculpt your way to a healthy body for an active lifestyle. No class November 6 and 11.

Instructor: Elisa Borges

Location: Concord Senior Center

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/21 M 12:30-1:30p.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123708

11/4-12/16 M 12:30-1:30p.m. R: $52/NR: $57 123710

Location: Centre Concord

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/4-10/23 W 12:30-1:30p.m. R: $40/NR: $45 123709

10/30-12/18 W 12:30-1:30p.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123711

Adult Classes

Sports

Coed & Men’s Adult Basketball League

Ages: 18 years and up

Stealth Sports Center is hosting an adult draft basketball league starting this fall on Saturdays. The draft will take place on 9/7 from 5 to 9 p.m. Following the draft, the regular season games will be held from 9/14 to 10/19, with playoffs and championships scheduled for 10/26. Games are scheduled between 5 and 10 p.m. This league promises to provide a competitive and enjoyable experience for all adult basketball players. High School basketball rules will be enforced.

Location: Stealth Sports Center

Instructor: Michael Tolentino

Coed League

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/7-10/26 SA 5-10p.m. R: $194/NR: $214 123766

Men’s Adult League

DATES DAY TIME FEE

CLASS #

9/7-10/26 SA 5-10p.m. R: $194/NR: $214 123765

Game Ready Fitness Class

Ages: 18 years and up

Boost your confidence in the field with our functional and empowering boot camp! Our intensive program is specifically designed to improve your athletic abilities through a combination of skill building exercises and sports conditioning. Immerse yourself in our goalorientated environment, where we prioritize performance and prepare you to excel in your chosen sport.

Location: Willow Pass Park Fitness Park

Instructor: Terry Acosta III

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-9/23 M 9:15-10a.m. R: $49/NR: $54 123582 10/14-10/28 M 9:15-10a.m. R: $49/NR: $54 123583

Beginning Adult Tennis

Ages: 16 years and up

Have you always wanted to learn tennis but never had the chance? This class is the perfect starting point for adults with little to no experience. You’ll learn the fundamentals from the ground up, all while getting a great workout, in a supportive and social environment! Participants must bring their own racquet, sun protection/sunscreen and plenty of water.

Location: Willow Pass Park, Court 4

Instructor: Calvin McCullough

DATES DAY TIME FEE

Pickleball Beginner 1

Ages: 18 years and up

Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country. This fun and easy-to-learn paddle sport, ideal for all ages, is easier than tennis and offers great physical, cognitive, and social, health benefits. Register for this class to find out what all the excitement is about. This class is designed as a starting point for interested players to learn the basics and fundamentals of the sport. You will learn every aspect of the game including basic shot techniques, rules, court positioning, equipment and strategy. Start your lifelong enjoyment of the game now!

Location: Willow Pass Community Park Court 8

Instructor: Patricia Strazzi

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-9/30 M 9:30-11a.m. R: $141/NR: $154 123576

Instructor: Eric Fuhrman

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 9/30-10/21 M 6-7:30p.m. R: $141/NR: $154 123571

10/1-10/22 TU 3-4:30p.m. R: $141/NR: $154 123572

Instructor: May Wong

DATES DAY TIME FEE

10/1-10/8 TU 8-9:30a.m. R: $141/NR: $154 123575

Pickleball Beginner 2

Ages: 18 years and up

Exercise, stay fit and improve your Pickleball game at the same time. This outdoor class will take you ‘beyond the basics’ and help sharpen your skills. In this class you will learn more effective dinking, volleying, serving, lobbing, the 3rd shot drop, and more. Experience fun and helpful practice drills that will take your game to the next level.

Location: Willow Pass Community Park Court 4

Instructor: Patricia Strazzi

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-9/30 M 11a.m.-12:30p.m. R: $141/NR: $155 123577

10/14-11/4 M 9:30-11a.m. R: $141/NR: $155 123578

Instructor: Eric Fuhrman

DATES DAY TIME FEE

CLASS #

10/28-11/18 M 6-7:30p.m. R: $141/NR: $155 123573

10/29-11/19 TU 3-4:30p.m. R: $141/NR: $155 123574

Pickleball Intermediate 1

Ages: 18 years and up

This clinic is designed for the intermediate player who wants to improve their overall game, strategy, and footwork. Let’s add new shots to your own arsenal and become a more well-rounded player.

Location: Willow Pass Community Park Court 8

Instructor: Patricia Strazzi

CLASS #

9/18-10/9 W 5:15-6:30p.m. R: $186/NR: $204 123570

DATES DAY TIME FEE

CLASS #

10/14-11/4 M 11a.m.-12:30p.m. R: $147/NR: $161 123579

Adult Sports Leagues

• Men’s and Coed league offered Saturday night starting at 5 p.m.

• 7 game leagues plus playoffs

• Games start September 7

• Drop-in play every Wednesday night at Willow Pass Center

• Doors open at 6 p.m.; organized games start at 6:30 p.m.

• Each night ends with a single-elimination tournament

• Offering Men’s, Women’s, and coed leagues

• Different levels of play to meet everyone’s ability

• Leagues on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday evenings

• Fall Ball Starts in September

Inclusive Recreation

Bowling Ages: 18 years and up

Call us at 925-671-3171 for more information or visit cityofconcord.org/inclusiverec

Community Dance Events Ages: 18 years and up Concord’s Recreation Services Department, in partnership with the City of Pleasant Hill, City of Martinez, and City of Walnut Creek, hosts dance events specifically for developmentally disabled adults (18+ years). Drop-in admission: $8 cash payable at the door (caregivers, parents, and assistants may enter free).

Location: Concord Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle, 925-671-3171

DATE DAY TIME FEE

8/9 F 7-9p.m.

$8 cash 10/11 F 7-9p.m. $8 cash

Location: Martinez Senior Center, 818 Green Street, 925-370-8770

DATE DAY TIME FEE 9/13 F 7-9p.m.

$8 cash

Location: Heather Farm Community Center, 301 N. San Carlos Drive, 925-256-3531

DATE DAY TIME FEE 11/15 F 7-9p.m. $8 cash

Location: Pleasant Hill Senior Center, 233 Gregory Lane, 925-798-8788

DATE DAY TIME FEE 12/13 F 7-9p.m. $8 cash

Meet new people, make new friends, or hang out with old friends. Join us at Clayton Valley Bowl to play three games of non-competitive bowling. This inclusive program is specifically designed for adults with disabilities. Advance registration is required.

Location: Clayton Valley Bowl, 5300 Clayton Road

Staff: Margaret Ferreira

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/8-12/3 TU 3:30-5:30p.m. R: $68/NR: $74 122212

Music & Movement Ages: 18 years and up

Do you like to sing and dance to your favorite songs? Join us in a friendly environment. All activities will be modified and accommodated for special needs. No experience necessary. (One caregiver, assistant, or parent may enter free). No class October 21, November 7, November 28, and December 23. Advance registration is required.

Location: Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Road

Instructor: Terese McGregor

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/16-10/28 M 3:30-4:30p.m. R: $76/NR: $83 123767

9/19-10/24 TH 3:30-4:30p.m. R: $76/NR: $83 123768

10/31-12/19 TH 3:30-4:30p.m. R: $76/NR: $83 123770

11/18-12/30 M 3:30-4:30p.m. R: $76/NR: $83 123769

Movie & Game Nights Ages: 18 years and up

In partnership with the City of Martinez, this program provides a fun and engaging environment where participants can enjoy a variety of entertainment options. such as: movie screenings and interactive games. Participants are welcome to bring their own favorite games to share and play with others! Drop-in admission: $5 cash payable at the door (caregivers, parents, and assistants may enter free).

Location: Concord Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle, 925-671-3171

DATE DAY TIME FEE

8/15 TH 4-6p.m. $5 cash

10/24 TH 4-6p.m. $5 cash

12/12 TH 4-6p.m. $5 cash

Location: Martinez Senior Center, 818 Green Street, 925-370-8770

DATE 9/26

50 & Better

& Better 50

Health and Human Services

at the Concord Senior Center

2727 Parkside Circle, Concord

Alzheimer’s Support Group by Senior Helpers

This free support group is open to the public. The group meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 2-3:30 p.m. Call the Senior Helpers at 925-677-2150 for more information or just drop-in!

Café Costa by Meals on Wheels Diablo Region (MOWDR)

Open to adults 60+ and their younger spouses. The café is open Mondays-Thursdays at 11 a.m., with lunch service from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Reservations are required and must be made by 11:30 a.m. the day before by calling 925-825-1488.

Care Management by Meals on Wheels Diablo Region (MOWDR)

Discover a wide variety of assistance and resources for adults 60+. Call 925-482-8995 to schedule a free, confidential consultation.

Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Support Group

A support group for people diagnosed with Fibromyalgia or those experiencing chronic pain. This group meets on the first Friday of the month from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

GoGo Concord, a Senior Transportation Program

Through the Commission on Aging, Concord residents that are 65+ can purchase e-Scripts for transportation. The City of Concord will match your contributing funds, up to $30 each month. For an application and more information, call 925-671-3320.

Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP)

HICAP has one-on-one counseling sessions at the Senior Center on the 2nd Tuesday and 3rd Friday of each month. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 925-655-1393. To view general information, please visit https://cchicap.org/contact/.

Home Match, a Front Porch community service

Do you have a room in your home you would like to rent out? Are you looking for a room to rent? A partnership with the City of Concord, this program matches individuals looking to home share with homeowners in the area. Home Match completes screenings such as applications, income verification and background checks free of charge. Mediation and referral services are also part of the ongoing support Home Match provides to all matches. Call 925-956-7385 to make an appointment at the Concord Senior Center.

Human and Economic Rights Advocates (HERA)

HERA is a non-profit law office providing free legal services to low and moderate income residents with debt and credit concerns, help for homeowners, and tenants struggling to keep their home with the exception of eviction defense. Call 510-271-8443 for information.

Memory Screening by Senior Helpers

Screenings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Call Senior Helpers at 925-677-2150 for more information. Walk-ins welcome. This is open to the public and is free.

Legal Assistance by Contra Costa County Senior Legal Services (CCSLS)

Free one-on-one legal consultations are available for ages 60+. Services include having an Advanced Health Care Directive made and free samples of wills for seniors with limited income and resources. Call 925-671-3320 for more information and to book a required appointment.

Notary Services for Adults 50+

Services are provided from 10-11 a.m. every Wednesday. The first notarization is free of charge, however succeeding additional notarizations are charged prevailing official rates. Please call 925-671-3320 to confirm the Notary’s schedule on Wednesday mornings.

Senior Center Scholarship Program

Scholarship Program is available to adults 50+ residing in Concord who wish to participate in the Senior Center programs. Complete an application indicating your activity choice(s) and return it to the Senior Center with supporting documents. Approved applicants can receive up to $100 per year with a $5 co-pay. Applicants will be notified when the scholarship application is approved. Stop by the Senior Center to pick up an application!

Senior Peer Counseling by Contra Costa Health Services

Offers free and confidential one-on-one counseling session for adults 55+ on every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Call 925-521-5653 for an appointment. Counselor speaks English and Spanish.

Educational Consultation on Medicare Benefits

Confidential and free one on one session about Medicare health insurance eligibility and benefits. 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Call 925-766-2042 for an appointment. Appointments can be in English and Spanish.

Consultas Educativas Sobre Beneficios de Medicare

Citas personalizadas, confidenciales y gratuitas sobre la elegibilidad y beneficios que ofrece el seguro de salud de Medicare. El 2do y 4to Jueves de cada mes a la 12:30 p.m. Si desea hacer una cita, llame al 925-766-2042.

Senior Center Orientations

• Learn about our programs, services, resources, and community events for all adults 50 and better!

• Meet the key staff and volunteers at the Concord Senior Center

• Take a tour of the facility

• Receive information about partnering organizations like the Concord Senior Citizens Club and Meals on Wheels: Diablo Region

• Get details about various Health & Human Service providers

• Enjoy a group lunch with Café Costa starting at 11:30 a.m.

Beyond the Market

Concord Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle Mondays, 10-11:30 a.m.

September 30 | Class #: 123552

October 21 | Class #: 123553

November 25 | Class #: 123554

December 16 | Class #: 123555

Call the Concord Senior Center to register at 925-671-3320 or register online at www.concordreg.org

Thursday, October 17

Join us for an engaging program celebrating California farmers! Enjoy a showcasing of local agriculture, nutrition education, and seasonal recipes. Explore incentives to visit your local farmers’ market, with chances to win raffle prizes.

Concord Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Class #: 123721

3-4 p.m. | Class #: 123722

To register, visit www.concordreg.org or call 925-671-3320

& Better Classes 50

Dance, Music & Performing Arts

50+ Jazz n’ Tappin’

Ages: 50 years and up

Join this 50 and better dance class where you will keep fit, learn basic stretches, jazz steps, and sharpen your memory with tap steps.

Location: Baldwin Park Dance Studio

Instructor: Chelsea Davis

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/4-10/23 W 6-6:45p.m. R: $69/NR: $75 123682

10/30-12/18 W 6-6:45p.m. R: $69/NR: $75 123683

Enrichment & Special Interest

AARP Driver Safety

Ages: 50 years and up

When you take the AARP Smart Driver’s course, you could be eligible for a multi-year discount on your auto insurance. Plus, safer driving can save you more than just money. This course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. AARP Members $20/NonMember $25 (Fee will be paid on the first day of class to the instructor.)

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: AARP

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/16-10/23 W 9:30a.m.-1:30p.m. See above 123720

Medicare - What's New in 2025

Ages: 18 years and up

Are you on Medicare and enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan or prescription drug plan? Is your plan the best plan for your situation in the year to come? Advantage and drug plans change every year, and there are legal changes that will affect you in 2025. This free class will explain how these changes will affect you and assist you in deciding if and how you make changes. No insurance products will be sold or endorsed.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Holly Sprague

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9 M 9:30-11a.m. FREE 123534 11/4 M 9:30-11a.m. FREE 123537

Using a Reverse Mortgage to

Improve Your Retirement

Ages: 50 years and up

62 or older? Learn how many financial planners and homeowners use home equity to extend retirement assets. Age in the comfort of your home and eliminate monthly mortgages, credit cards or other debt. Fund health care, in-home care, and home improvements. Downsizing or moving? Consider reverse purchase.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Jon Carlson

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/19 TH 3-4:30p.m. FREE 123726 11/21 TH 3-4:30p.m. FREE 123727

Health & Fitness

Zumba Gold Toning with Rosy

Ages: 50 years and up

Zumba Gold Toning blends the Zumba party you love at a manageable pace with a redefining total body workout using Zumba Toning Sticks to shake up those muscles! Walk in ready to have a blast and tone up, leave exhilarated and empowered! No class October 3, November 14, and November 28.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Rosy Straka

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/12-10/31 TH 9:30-10:30a.m. R: $53/NR: $58 123706

11/7-12/26 TH 9:30-10:30a.m. R: $46/NR: $51 123707

& Better Classes 50

Balance through Tai Chi

Ages: 50 years and up

Improve balance by learning and practicing gentle movements designed to build mental focus, flexibility, strength, balance and general health. Classes can be done either seated or standing (chairs provided) and include meditative, qigong, and tai chi style movement. Great for beginners and people of all ages. No class November 28.

Instructor: Jon Finch

Location: Concord Senior Center

DATES DAY TIME FEE

Chair Yoga and Movement

Ages: 50 years and up

This chair yoga class enhances overall wellness through muscle strengthening, joint mobility, and improved circulation. It targets the core, arms, legs, shoulders, back, and neck, emphasizing stretching, bending, and breathing exercises. Fun workouts for upper body strength are included. Join to learn and apply skills anywhere you go!

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Effie Carino

CLASS #

9/10-10/22 TU 10-11a.m. R: $74/NR: $81 123657 10/29-12/17 TU 10-11a.m. R: $84/NR: $92 123658

Location: Willow Pass Community Center

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/5-10/24 TH 10-11a.m. R: $84/NR: $92 123655

10/31-12/19 TH 10-11a.m. R: $74/NR: $81 123656

Location: Both locations listed above

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/5-10/24 TU/TH 10-11a.m. R: $121/NR: $133 123659 10/29-12/19 TU/TH 10-11a.m. R: $121/NR: $133 123660

Search by class number on concordreg.org to register

DATES DAY TIME FEE

9/10-10/29 TU 11:15a.m.-12:15p.m. R: $60/NR: $66 123686 11/19-12/17 TU 11:15a.m.-12:15p.m. R: $44/NR: $49 123687

Stretch to Strengthen + More

Ages: 50 years and up

Have fun as you do a total body workout. Keep those muscles strong and flexible and your mind clear and sharp. Challenge yourself to do more to improve your overall health. Lots of fun activities to keep you moving. Enjoy the experience either seated, standing or on the mat. No class November 8, 11, 15, and 29.

Instructor: Effie Carino

Location: Willow Pass Community Center

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/9-10/28 M 10-11a.m. R: $60/NR: $66 123696 11/4-12/30 M 10-11a.m. R: $60/NR: $66 123698

Location: Centre Concord DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

9/13-10/25 F 10-11a.m. R: $53/NR: $58 123697

11/22-12/27 F 10-11a.m. R: $44/NR: $49 123699

For adults 50+ residing in Concord who wish to participate in various senior programming! Approved applicants receive a maximum of $100 per individual per year with a $5 co-pay. Visit our website to print and complete the application, or apply in person at the Concord Senior Center. This scholarship can cover Recreation classes, Concord Senior Citizens Club dues, or GoGo Concord transportation services!

Not sure what to allocate the money towards? Register for a free Senior Center Orientation to learn more by calling 925-671-3320.

TRIPS &TOURS 2024/25

Day Trips & Tours

The Recreation Department hosts day trips, specifically designed for the ease and comfort of adults 50+, to diverse destinations, featuring attractions, shows, group dining, and guided tours! Visit the Concord Senior Center for trip flyers.

Extended Travel Packages

Any trip or tour that requires an overnight stay is considered extended travel. Extended travel opportunities are organized by TravelCenter Tours and Travel. Travel agents are available to discuss reservations and plans for your extended travel plans.

EXTENDED TRIPS

Searching for your next adventure? Enjoy the freedom of travel without the stress of planning with our hassle-free extended travel packages. Fliers and booklets are available for each trip to review itineraries, travel packages, and costs for each trip.

How To Participate

Review the flyer for each travel program. Determine if the mobility rating is appropriate for your physical fitness level and health. Register for a program online, in-person or over-the-phone with our registration staff at any of the Community Centers.

Participant Eligibility

Our travel programs are designed for specifically for adults 50 and better. However, passengers may register younger family members or friends to join them as guests, as long as they are accompanied at all times during the trip.

Sold Out & Waitlist

If a trip is sold out, a waitlist will be formed. If there is a cancellation, registration staff will contact interested participants on a first-come, first serve basis.

FOR AGES 50+

Trip Minimums

Travel programs may need to be cancelled in advance if trip minimums are not met in advance. Help us spread the word about upcoming trips to avoid potential cancellations.

Cancellations & Refunds

As a result of passenger minimums and prepaid deposits, refunds will not be permitted within 30 days of a trip without a replacement. Cancellations are subject to a $5 withdrawal fee. Trips are rain or shine.

Transportation

Roundtrip transportation from the Concord Senior Center will be provided on a commercial motor coach or in a passenger van. Refer to the trip flyer for details.

Mobility Levels

It’s important to note that each person’s mobility can vary widely, and these ratings are intended to provide a general guideline for mobility levels of day trips.

MOBILITY LEVELS FOR DAY TRIPS

Level 1: Accessible

Suitable for passengers who have limited mobility, use a wheelchair, or use a walker. Walkable destinations in this category include places that have flat terrain, easy-to-navigate or handicap accessible paths, and minimal obstacles.

Level

Moderate

Suitable for passengers who are mobile but may need occasional rest breaks. Walkable destinations in this category include places with some inclines or stairs but still offer easy-to-navigate paths and seating areas.

Level 3: Strenuous

Suitable for passengers who are active and enjoy a good workout. Walkable destinations in this category include places with steep inclines, uneven terrain, and longer periods of standing or walking.

TRIPS &TOURS 2024

DAY TRIPS

Contact the Concord Senior Center at 925-671-3320 to learn more details about our travel programs, make a reservation, or to ask about joining our e-newsletter!

DAY TRIPS: Reservations must be made at least 30 days in advance of the departure dates to prevent trip cancellations.

Napa Gifts 'N Tyme Holiday Faire

Concord’s Recreation Services Department offers many new and exciting travel opportunities specifically designed to meet the needs and interests of adults 50 and better! Join us at the Concord Senior Center to learn more about our upcoming group day trips and exciting extended travel opportunities for domestic and international adventures!

Location: Concord Senior Center Mobility Level: 1

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/28 M 10-11:30a.m. FREE 123551

From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that TIME Magazine cheers “is a magical Broadway musical with brains, heart and courage.” Cost Includes: rear orchestra seat, luxury motorcoach transportation, and driver gratuity. Discount for multiple participants: $3

Destination: Orpheum Theatre Mobility Level: 1

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS #

10/6 SU 10:30a.m.-6:30p.m. R: $156 /NR: $171 123500

Enjoy Fleet Week like never before! On Treasure Island, at a private historical venue, with gorgeous views of the Bridge, the Bay, and the highly anticipated Blue Angels show. You’ll also have time to explore the Treasure Island Museum, which features gorgeous murals and displays a few exhibits chronicling the history of the former Naval Station.

Destination: Treasure Island Mobility Level: 1

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 10/11 F 9:45a.m.-5:30p.m. R: $142 /NR: $156 123513

This Sunday Fun Day features: bottomless mimosas, a delicious brunch buffet, live marvelous Motown music with holiday spirit, and plenty of soul. This show is exclusively at Feinstein’s in San Francisco. The seating will begin by 11:30 a.m., brunch will end at 12:30 p.m., and the band will perform starting at 12:45 p.m.

Destination: San Francisco Mobility Level: 1

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 11/17 SU 10a.m.-3:30p.m. R: $137 /NR: $150 123771

Celebrate the 50 th year for Napa’s most popular and well attended Holiday Faire, which features handmade crafts, art, gourmet foods, holiday pieces, and baked goods. Hop on the downtown trolley, which stops in front of the Expo every 20 minutes, to explore the vibrant downtown area along the scenic Napa River. Discount for multiple participants: $4

Destination: Downtown Napa Mobility Level: 2

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 11/22 TH 9a.m.-5p.m. R: $54 /NR: $59 123786

Join us for an holiday themed trip hosted by Craig Smith, a knowledgeable San Francisco tour guide. Craig will take you to the city’s most unique spots, sharing fascinating facts along the way. You’ll enjoy scenic drives past beautiful landmarks and have the opportunity to visit some of them up close. In the evening, we’ll gather for a group dinner at Swiss Louis, located at Fisherman’s Wharf. Afterward, prepare to be dazzled by San Francisco’s holiday lights and decorations, including highlights like Ghirardelli Square, Downtown, and California Street. This trip is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season!

Destination: San Francisco Mobility Level: 2

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 12/13 F 3:15-10:15p.m. R: $137 /NR: $150 123560

Casino Trips

Join the lucky crew on a trip up to the casino! Bonus play is included in the cost for each casino trip. Register at least 2 weeks in advance to avoid cancellations.

FEE: R: $50/NR: $55 Mobility Level: 1

DATE DAY TIME DESTINATION CLASS # 9/12 TH 9:30a.m.-4:30p.m. Cache Creek Casino 123511 11/14 TH 9a.m.-5p.m. Graton Casino 123475

With its innovative blend of hip-hop, jazz, and traditional musical theatre, Hamilton tells the compelling story of one of America’s Founding Fathers, Alexander Hamilton. The show features a diverse cast, bringing a fresh perspective to historical events and highlighting the nation’s rich cultural tapestry. Hamilton is more than just a musical; it’s an experience that resonates deeply with audiences of all ages. Discount for multiple participants: $3

Destination: Orpheum Theatre Mobility Level: 1

DATE DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 12/29

TRIPS &TOURS 2025 EXTENDED TRAVEL

Contact the Concord Senior Center at 925-671-3320 to learn more details about our travel programs.

Chicago Cubs Arizona Spring Training

Don’t miss the Arizona baseball season on this exciting trip, featuring three spring training games, a visit to the Sonoran Desert, a steamboat tour on Canyon Lake, a visit to the Air & Space Museum and more!

March 9-14, 2025

Travel Group: TravelCenter Tours & Travel

San Antonio Fiesta

Fiesta in San Antonio! You will visit the German settlement of Fredericksburg, take a stunning Riverwalk Cruise, see the Texas Cavaliers River Parade, enjoy a wine tasting, and visit the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center which features more than 900 species of native Texas plants!

April 25-29, 2025

Travel Group: Premier World Discovery

Danube Explorer

Enjoy a picturesque river cruise, visiting 5 different countries, and some of the best cities, like Vienna and Budapest. Explore magnificent historic castles, beautiful Baroque palaces in Vienna, scenic wine regions, the cobbled medieval quarters of Budapest, and much more!

May 7-17, 2025

Travel Group: Mayflower Cruises & Tours

Discover the most beautiful areas of eastern Canada, including a visit to the iconic Niagara Falls, the quaint old Quebec City, Montmorency Falls, and learn about maple syrup making in a Maple Sugar Shack, in Montreal! Marvel at the well-preserved colonial architecture, explore quaint boutiques, and savor delicious French-inspired cuisine at local cafes.

June 6-14, 2025

Travel Group: Collette Explorations

Old World Sicily & Malta

Discover the old world charm of both Sicily and Malta! Visit the beautiful town of Valetta and take a ferry to Sicily to discover ancient archeological sites, a Greek theatre and Mount Etna!

September 18-29, 2025

Travel Group: Collette Explorations

Bluegrass Country & Smoky Mountains

Visit Bluegrass country and the smoky mountains! Highlights include the Kentucky Derby Museum, an old Louisville walking tour, bourbon distillery tour, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and much more!

October 9-17, 2025

Travel Group: Collette Explorations

New York City Holiday

Enjoy 4 nights in Manhattan and experience New York during the spectacular holiday season! You will get to see a Broadway show, take a city sightseeing tour, the 9/11 Memorial, Statue of Liberty, a Rockettes Holiday Show and much more! Don’t miss this exciting holiday trip!

December 5-9, 2025

Travel Group: Premier World Discovery

The Best of Eastern Canada

Minding Your Mental Health

Ages: 18+ ● Speaker: Clare Shields

Mental health is as important as physical health. We generally don’t consider mental health important until it becomes a problem. When we are losing sleep, filled with worry, anxiety, anger, or sadness, this is our mental health. Come learn some easy ways to view and work with your everyday mental health.

Thursday, September 12, 2024 ● 10-11a.m. ● 123529

Thursday, September 12, 2024 ● 6:30-7:30p.m. ● 123530

Strategies to Improve Thinking Skills

Ages: 18+ ● Speaker: Prime Brain Health

Concerned about your memory? Starting to experience difficulty with forgetfulness, brain fog, fatigue, or concentration? Do you have risk factors for dementia? Brain changes can start 20-30 years before it is noticeable in daily life. Come learn everyday lifestyle strategies to improve your thinking skills and help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Thursday, September 26, 2024 ● 6:30-7:30p.m. ● 123542

How Can I Fend Off Pain Naturally?

Ages: 18+ ● Speaker: Ali Stoddard, Green Alley CBD

Did you know you might be eating “healthy” foods that are contributing to your joint pain? Join us to learn all about inflammatory foods and how CBD and vitamins can help with inflammation and pain.

Thursday, October 10, 2024 ● 10-11a.m. ● 123549

Celebrate Your Dog’s Golden Years!

Ages: 18+ ● Speakers: Muttville Senior Dog Rescue

How can you make the best choices for your older companion? Learn of products to ease the challenges of aging, how to find appropriate medical care, how to assess quality of life, evolving choices in hospice, palliative medicine, end-of-life care, and the crucial things you MUST do to prepare.

Friday, October 11, 2024 ● 1-2p.m. ● 123580

Various speakers present information on a wide variety of topics, provide valuable resources as it pertains to Health & Human Services and to offer educational events for all ages. Please join us! Pre-registration required at concordreg.org or call 925-671-3320.

Concord Senior Center

2727 Parkside Circle, Garden Room B

Various Thursdays and Fridays ● FREE!

World Wildlife – Heritage Museum Experience

Ages: 18+ ● Speaker: Mike, World Wildlife

Learn about the history of the development of the museum along with the creative design to enable the stories of world wildlife and migration of the American west. The seven continents will represent all wildlife animals in their natural habitat.

Thursday, October 24, 2024 ● 10-11a.m. ● 123777

Thursday, October 24, 2024 ● 6-7p.m. ● 123783

10 Señales de Alerta del Alzheimer

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Alzheimer’s Association

Este programa educativo le ayudará a reconocer los signos comunes de la enfermedad en usted mismo y en otras personas, así como los pasos a seguir, incluido cómo hablar con su médico.

Thursday, November 14, 2024 ● 6-7p.m. ● 123559

Bluebirds 101-Nest Boxes and More!

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Georgette Howington

November is a great time to set up a nest box if you have the right habitat and location. Learn about nest box design, how to install a bird box, monitor, and collect data! Thursday, November 21, 2024 ● 6:30-7:30p.m. ● 123532

Una Vida Saludable para el Cerebro y Cuerpo

Ages: 18+ ● Speaker: Alzheimer’s Association

Acompáñenos para aprender sobre las recomendaciones \basadas en la ciencia para cuidar del cerebro y el cuerpo, además de consejos sobre cómo hacer cambios pequeños para crear hábitos más saludables. Thursday, December 5, 2024 ● 6-7p.m. ● 123734

Swimming

www.ConcordReg.org

Important information when visiting the pool…

• Lap Swim is for exercise only and is defined as continuous swimming back and forth in the lanes.

• All swimmers are required to self-check prior to arriving for their swim. If you do not feel well, exhibit flu like symptoms, fever of 100.4 degrees or higher, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, loss of taste or smell please don’t come to the pool until symptoms have completely subsided.

• During Lap Swim times lanes maybe utilized to accommodate city programming.

• Please choose a lane that meets your needs and your swim pace.

• Always announce your presence when entering a lane that is currently occupied.

• If you are sharing a lane with another swimmer you are required to circle swim. Please swim down the right side of the lane and back up to the right side of the lane.

• NO DIVING – Please enter the pools feet first.

• Lifeguards are on duty to recognize and respond to an emergency and provide care. They are not on deck to police lanes.

• Be kind and courteous to others.

• Please continue to bring your own personal lap swim equipment.

• Private instruction, coaching, organized events and workouts are not allowed without prior approval.

• Looking for Recreational Swim times? Check out our Recreational Swim Schedule.

Lap Swim

Fall Schedule September 3–November 30

Recreational Swim

Fall Schedule

September 7– September 29

Learn to swim!

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Year-Round

Private

Parks & Facilities

For detailed information on each park, see the Map Legend and Features on next page, scan QR code, or visit www.cityofconcord.org/parks .

Parks & Facilities

PARK & ADDRESS PARK FEATURES

BART Linear Park 3700 Port Chicago Hwy

BART Park 16 Mesa Street

Bayview Circle Park 3940 Bayview Circle

Boatwright Youth Sports Complex

800 Alberta Way

Brazil Quarry Park 1598 Kent Way

Cambridge Park 18 Victory Lane

Centre Concord 5298 Clayton Road

Concord Civic Center 1950 Parkside Drive

Concord Community Park 3501 Cowell Road

Concord Community Pool 3501 Cowell Road

Concord Senior Center 2727 Parkside Circle

Concord Skate Park 1174 San Miguel Road

Dave Brubeck Park 4202 Concord Boulevard

El Dorado Play Fields 1766 Mendocino Drive

Ellis Lake Park 1736 Clayton Rd

Highlands Park 1336 Pennsylvania Blvd

Multi-purpose community center available for events, meetings and classes.

Year-round heated 50 meter/25 yard lap pools for swim classes, lap swim and recreational swim.

Community Center providing recreational and social services to Adults 50+. Nutritional services to 60+. Center is available to rent for events.

Offers various elements and challenges for skateboarders, inline and roller skaters and manual scooters.

PARK & ADDRESS PARK FEATURES

John F. Baldwin Park 2730 Parkside Circle

Krueger Play Fields 2819 Cowell Road

Len Hester Park 1011 Hampton Drive

Lime Ridge Open Space 3851 Treat Boulevard

Greater Lime Ridge Open Space 5150 Montecito Drive

Lime Ridge Open Space Off Leash Area Via Montanas

Markham Nature Park and Arboretum 1202 La Vista Avenue

Meadow Homes Park 1351 Detroit Avenue

Newhall Park 1351 Newhall Parkway

Pine Hollow Estates Rolling Woods Way

Rick Seers Park 2099 Sierra Road

Sun Terrace Park 3611 Montreal Circle

Todos Santos Plaza 2175 Willow Pass Road

Toyota Pavilion at Concord 2000 Kirker Pass Road

Registration

Sign up now!

Online

Register anytime online at www.concordreg.org . New users will need to create an account and existing users can log in. View and register for courses, make payments 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Mail

Complete the registration form in this guide and mail or fax with payment to:

Concord Recreation Services Department Registration 1950 Parkside Drive, MS/11

Concord, CA 94519

Fax: 925-671-3185

In-person registration and customer service hours:

Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. at:

Willow Pass Community Center 2748 E. Olivera Road (in Willow Pass Park) Registration Office: 925-671-3404

Centre Concord 5298 Clayton Road (next to Clayton Valley Bowl)

Quality Assurance and Credits/Refunds

Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at:

Concord Senior Center 2727 Parkside Circle (in Baldwin Park)

Try our classes. 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. If you call before the second class we will give you a full refund or credit. There are no refunds for non-attendance, one-day workshops, trips or materials fees.

Refunds due to course cancellations can take up to 2 to 4 weeks to process. A credit left on a customer’s account will expire 12 months after the date of issuance.

Withdrawals and Transfers

If you wish to drop or transfer to another session, call us at least five full working days before the start date for a refund or credit. $5.00 Withdrawal Fee applies to all cancellations. Please note: Programs with different cancellation fees are noted and only the higher fee applies, not both. No refunds for non-attendance, one-day workshops, trips or materials fees.

Registration Form: Fall 2024

Please carefully read the Registration information on page 56 to successfully complete your registration and understand our cancellation policies.

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

Head of Household

Address

If you or your child have a special need or disability, please check here.

CLASS SELECTION

Total Fees $

WAIVER AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY / ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I, the undersigned, wish to participate in one or more activities (hereinafter collectively referred to as “the Activity”) conducted in collaboration with the City of Concord’s Recreation Services Department. I am aware that serious accidents and injuries occasionally occur during recreational pursuits such as the Activity. In consideration of my participation in the Activity, I knowingly and voluntarily assume all risks arising therefrom, and on behalf of myself, my heirs and assignees release the City of Concord, its officers, agents, employees and volunteers from any and all claims, liens, damages, lawsuits, or liability for property damage, injury or death, resulting from, arising out of, or in any way connected with my participation in the Activity.

I agree and acknowledge that this Waiver and Release From Liability/Assumption of Risk shall apply even in the event that I suffer death, personal injury, or property damage as the result of passive or active negligence on the part of the City of Concord, its officers, agents, employees, or volunteers of the City (with the exception of sole, active negligence, or willful misconduct). In the event that the individual participating in the Activity is a minor, I certify that I am his/her parent or legal guardian and I give my permission for him/her to participate in the Activity. I understand my signature is a legal and binding signature and will be considered original if received by fax.

USE OF PARTICIPANT PHOTOGRAPHS/VIDEO

In addition to the forgoing, I give consent to Concord Recreation Services Department or any other media agency authorized by the City of Concord to photograph or video me (or the minor on whose behalf I am signing this waiver), and to use such photographs/video footage in brochures, newspapers, social media, or other forms of media describing City of Concord activities. I agree to advise the City of Concord Parks & Recreation Department in writing if I do not agree to the forgoing.

COVID-19/CORONAVIRUS LIABILITY WAIVER AND RELEASE, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

On behalf of myself and/or my son, daughter, or person for whom I serve as legal guardian (the “Participant”), I acknowledge with my signature that the Participant wishes to participate in a City of Concord Recreation Services Department activity or program (“activities or programs”).

I understand that by participating in City of Concord activities and programs there is an inherent risk of potential exposure to infectious diseases, including but not limited to COVID-19/Coronavirus. The risk of potential exposure cannot be eliminated. On behalf of myself, the Participant, my heirs and dependents, personal representatives, assigns and insurers, I now voluntarily and knowingly release and hold harmless the City of Concord, its officers, employees, volunteers, agents, successors in interest, insurers, contractors, suppliers, vendors, assigns, and any persons or entities with which/whom the City is affiliated (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “City”), from any and all liability, lawsuits, or claims for injuries, death, or property damage resulting from, arising out of, or in any way connected with Participant’s participation in the activities and programs (collectively “Claims”), including but not limited to Claims arising out of or in any way related to any emergency medical care administered, any illness or infection or disease, and COVID-19 or Coronavirus related health issue or exposure. This waiver and release shall apply even in the event that such personal injury, death, or property damage is caused or contributed to in whole or part through the passive or active negligence of the City (with the exception of sole, active negligence).

I agree to defend, hold harmless, and indemnify the City from and against any and all Claims (including attorney’s fees) arising out of, or in any way related to Participant’s participation in the activities and programs, any actual or alleged negligence of myself or Participant, any emergency medical care administered, any illness or infection or disease, and/or COVID-19 or Coronavirus related health issue or exposure.

I/WE HAVE READ THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE IN ITS ENTIRETY. I/WE FULLY UNDERSTAND IT, AND RECOGNIZE THAT THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE IS A LEGALLY BINDING DOCUMENT. I/WE UNDERSTAND THAT BY EXECUTING THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE, WE ARE VOLUNTARY ASSUMING THE RISKS DESCRIBED HEREIN, AND WAIVING OUR LEGAL RIGHTS ASSOCIATED THEREWITH.

Signature: Date:

Reserve a picnic space

Concord Parks & Recreation has a variety of picnic sites that are the perfect location for your next family gathering, birthday party or hang out with friends. For more information and a complete listing and availability of our reservable sites with amenities, please visit our website at www.cityofconcord.org/picnic

Bud Hansen Wisteria Arbor

of Concord’s Hidden Jewel

Located in beautiful Markham Nature Park, and surrounded by lush grass, a babbling creek and gorgeous flowers, the Arbor is an idyllic setting for an outdoor wedding.

Rentals are available on Saturdays and Sundays 9 a.m.-6 p.m., May 1 to October 15. 3 hour continuous block required. For rental information call 925-671-3382 or email facilityrentals@cityofconcord.org

From weddings to birthdays to corporate meetings, the City of Concord has the perfect space for any event you can imagine. Our three community centers can host intimate gatherings or large parties. Choose your caterer, and decorations and celebrate your special occasion!

Plan your next event in Concord!

Reservations are taken on a first come first paid basis, a maximum of one year in advance. For more information on availability, fees, and policies, please call 925-671-3324 during the weekdays or email facilityrentals@cityofconcord.org

2024 Fall City of Concord City News & Activity Guide

MUSIC MARKET

CONCERT LINEUP

SPONSORS

City of Concord Contacts

Recreation Program Locations

Fall 2024 CityNews

News in Brief

Crime Map Available

Sister Cities Celebrate 50th Anniversary

Base Project Moves Forward

News in Brief

Art Gallery Comes to Centre Concord

Creative Concord Returns

Election Security: Protecting Your Vote

Capital Improvements Budget Adopted

Concord Welcomes New Places to Play

Rezoning Project Supports Fair Housing

City Enacts Rent Stabilization, Eviction Protections

Organizations Sought for Homeless Strategic Plan Implementation

MUSIC canvas artists

murals

CITY OF CONCORD'S HEALTH EXPO

Floating Pumpkin Patch

& Craft F

Preschool

CITY OF CONCORD PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

a great place to grow

2024-2025 School Year

2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR CLASSES

Lunch Bunch

Dance, Music & Performing Arts

Enrichment & Special Interest

Meet Erin

My Lileigh Pad Nature Preschool

Sports

All Sorts of Sports JR. Club

Parent & Me Little Shots Basketball

Kidz Love Soccer - Tot/Pre-Soccer

Tiny Tigers Karate

Kidz

Youth & Teens

Youth & Teen Classes

Dance, Music & Performing Arts

Aerial Silks for Beginners

Enrichment & Special Interest

Junior Achievement: More Than Money

Sports

Junior Hoops Basketball Development Program:

Introduction to Basketball

All Sorts of Sports Club

Youth & Teen Classes

Junior Tennis for Beginners

Junior Tennis for Intermediates

School Break Day Camps

Backyard Explorers Fall Break Camp

Thanksgiving Break Fitness Club

Youth & Teen Classes

Hybrid Virtual Driver’s Ed

Online Driver’s Ed

Youth Scholarship Program

outdoors!

Adults

Adult Classes

Arts & Crafts

Dance, Music & Performing Arts

Enrichment & Special Interest

Adult Classes

Improv for All Levels

Health & Fitness

Adult Classes

Sports

Game Ready Fitness Class

Beginning Adult Tennis

Pickleball Beginner 1

Pickleball Beginner 2

Pickleball Intermediate 1

Adult Sports Leagues

Inclusive Recreation

50 & Better