City of Concord City News and Activity Guide - Summer 2021 by Concord_ActivityGuide_CityNews

Concord City News and Activity Guide

SUMMER 2021

Inside this issue: Swimming Classes p. 6

Summer Camps p. 13

Fun for the 50+ Crowd p. 39

City News p. 46

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Camps

12-24

6-12

Pre-School Program 26-29

Connect with us! City of Concord, CA Parks & Recreation

Youth Classes

31-32

Adult Classes

33-37

50 & Better 39-43 Registration 44 City News 46-47

www.cityofconcord.org City of Concord

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925-671-3404 ConcordReg@cityofconcord.org

Timothy A. McGallian Mayor Dominic Aliano Vice Mayor Edi E. Birsan Councilmember Laura M. Hoffmeister Councilmember Carlyn Obringer Councilmember Valerie J. Barone City Manager Jennifer Ortega Community Relations Manager and Editor

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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

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Swimming

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Swimming Concord Swim School

learn to swim!

Important information when visiting the pool…

Concord Community Pool 3501 Cowell Road, Concord • 671-3480 www.ConcordReg.org

• Practice social distancing of 6 feet or greater at all times.

• Please self-check prior to arriving to the pool. If you have a fever, cough, flu like symptoms or do not feel well please stay home. • You will be required to wear a face covering in the facility and on the pool deck. Face covering will removed before entering assigned lane and reapplied upon exiting the pool.

Location

• Swimmers will enter the building through the front door and exit through the emergency exit gate next to the concession stand.

Wear a ma sk!

• Restrooms are of emergency use only. There will be no showers or changing rooms available. Please arrive prepared to swim. • Please exit promptly at quarter till the hour so staff have enough time to wipe down and disinfect surfaces and equipment before the next group of swimmers arrive.

How to Register…

• Registrations are taken until 5 p.m. on the Friday preceding each session. Late registration may be accepted at the pool on a space available basis. There is a $10 late fee. • Arrive 15 minutes early on the first day of class and check in at the front entrance to the pool.

1 Pick A Course Pre-beginner (Ages 3-5): New to water and independent learning experience. Parents do not accompany swimmers in the water.

Select Session Date and Time See the schedule on pages 9-11.

Pre-School (Ages 3-5): Comfortable in the water and independent of parents. Elementary (Ages 6-Up): Introduction to swimming progressing to Front Crawl, Back Crawl and Breaststroke.

Link here to ConcordReg.org and search the class number to register.

• Levels will be determined the first day of each session. • A 5-minute safety lecture will be included each session.

Locate Course Number and Register Go to www.ConcordReg.org. See page 44 for more registration information.

Swim Camps... go to page 8

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Swimming Classes

Session Dates & Prices

Aquatot-Parent & Me

Ages: 10-36 months Enjoy a new way to bond and cool-off with your child. This course gives you the opportunity to introduce your child to a lifetime of swimming enjoyment; all while being done in a playful environment. Participants still in diapers must wear swim diapers. Location: Concord Community Pool DATES DAY TIME 6/7-6/10 M-TH 12:10-12:40p.m. 6/14-6/17 M-TH 12:10-12:40p.m. 6/21-6/24 M-TH 12:10-12:40p.m. 6/28-7/1 M-TH 12:10-12:40p.m. 7/5-7/8 M-TH 12:10-12:40p.m. 7/12-7/15 M-TH 12:10-12:40p.m. 7/19-7/22 M-TH 12:10-12:40p.m. 7/26-7/28 M-W 12:10-12:40p.m. 8/2-8/5 M-TH 12:10-12:40p.m. 6/7-6/10 M-TH 6:10-6:40p.m. 6/14-6/17 M-TH 6:10-6:40p.m. 6/21-6/24 M-TH 6:10-6:40p.m. 6/28-7/1 M-TH 6:10-6:40p.m. 7/5-7/8 M-TH 6:10-6:40p.m. 7/12-7/15 M-TH 6:10-6:40p.m. 7/19-7/22 M-TH 6:10-6:40p.m. 7/26-7/28 M-W 6:10-6:40p.m. 8/2-8/5 M-TH 6:10-6:40p.m.

FEE R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $30/NR: $35 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $40/NR: $45 R: $30/NR: $35 R: $40/NR: $45

CLASS # 117767 117768 117769 117770 117771 117772 117773 117774 117775 117776 117777 117778 117779 117780 117781 117782 117783 117784

Summer Splash Camp

Ages: 8-14 Dive into two weeks of fun at the pool with our Summer Splash Day Camp. The Camp combines our popular Junior Lifeguard training program with pre-competitive swim work, water based activities & games and outdoor recreational activities. Participants must be able to swim, unassisted, 25 yards each of freestyle (face in the water with rhythmic breathing) and Backstroke. Location: Concord Community Pool DATES DAY 6/7-6/18 M-F 6/21-7/2 M-F 7/5-7/16 M-F 7/19-7/30 M-F 8/2-8/6 M-F

TIME 9a.m.-4p.m. 9a.m.-4p.m. 9a.m.-4p.m. 9a.m.-4p.m. 9a.m.-4p.m.

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FEE R: $508/NR: $558 R: $508/NR: $558 R: $508/NR: $558 R: $508/NR: $558 R: $258/NR: $283

CLASS # 117762 117763 117764 117765 117766

Session 1 6/7-6/10 M-TH

Group Lessons Resident $40 Non-resident: $45 Private Lessons Resident $108 Non-resident: $120

Session 2 6/14-6/17 M-TH

Group Lessons Resident $40 Non-resident: $45 Private Lessons Resident $108 Non-resident: $120

Session 3 6/21-6/24 M-TH

Group Lessons Resident $40 Non-resident: $45 Private Lessons Resident $108 Non-resident: $120

Group Lessons Times

Pre-Beginner

Preschool

Elementary

Private Lessons

9:10-9:40a.m.

117361

117371

117351

117381

10:10-10:40a.m.

117362

117372

117352

117382

11:10-11:40a.m.

117363

117373

117353

117383

12:10-12:40p.m.

117364

117374

117354

117384

1:10-1:40p.m.

117365

117375

117355

117385

2:10-2:40p.m.

117366

117376

117356

117386

3:10-3:40p.m.

117367

117377

117357

117387

4:10-4:40p.m.

117368

117378

117358

117388

5:10-5:40p.m.

117369

117379

117359

117389

6:10-6:40p.m.

117370

117390

117360

117390

9:10-9:40a.m.

117441

117451

117431

117461

10:10-10:40a.m.

117442

117452

117432

117462

11:10-11:40a.m.

117443

117453

117433

117463

12:10-12:40p.m.

117444

117454

117434

117464

1:10-1:40p.m.

117445

117455

117435

117465

2:10-2:40p.m.

117446

117456

117436

117466

3:10-3:40p.m.

117447

117457

117437

117467

4:10-4:40p.m.

117448

117458

117438

117468

5:10-5:40p.m.

117449

117459

117439

117469

6:10-6:40p.m.

117450

117460

117440

117470

9:10-9:40a.m.

117481

117491

117471

117501

10:10-10:40a.m.

117482

117492

117472

117502

11:10-11:40a.m.

117483

117493

117473

117503

12:10-12:40p.m.

117484

117494

117474

117504

1:10-1:40p.m.

117485

117495

117475

117505

2:10-2:40p.m.

117486

117496

117476

117506

3:10-3:40p.m.

117487

117497

117477

117507

4:10-4:40p.m.

117488

117498

117478

117508

5:10-5:40p.m.

117489

117499

117479

117509

6:10-6:40p.m.

117490

117500

117480

117510

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Swimming Session Dates & Prices

Session 4 6/28-7/1 M-TH

Group Lessons Resident $40 Non-resident: $45 Private Lessons Resident $108 Non-resident: $120

Session 5 7/5-7/8 M-TH

Group Lessons Resident $40 Non-resident: $45 Private Lessons Resident $108 Non-resident: $120

Session 6 7/12-7/15 M-TH

Group Lessons Resident $40 Non-resident: $45 Private Lessons Resident $108 Non-resident: $120

Group Lessons Times

Pre-Beginner

Preschool

Elementary

Private Lessons

9:10-9:40a.m.

117521

117531

117511

117541

10:10-10:40a.m.

117522

117532

117512

117542

11:10-11:40a.m.

117523

117533

117513

117543

12:10-12:40p.m.

117524

117534

117514

117544

1:10-1:40p.m.

117525

117535

117515

117545

2:10-2:40p.m.

117526

117536

117516

117546

Link here to ConcordReg.org and search the class number to register. Session Dates & Prices

Session 7 7/19-7/22 M-TH

Group Lessons Resident $40 Non-resident: $45 Private Lessons Resident $108 Non-resident: $120

Group Lessons Times

Pre-Beginner

Preschool

Elementary

Private Lessons

9:10-9:40a.m.

117641

117651

117631

117661

10:10-10:40a.m.

117642

117652

117632

117662

11:10-11:40a.m.

117643

117653

176333

117663

12:10-12:40p.m.

117644

117654

117634

117664

1:10-1:40p.m.

117645

117655

117635

117665

2:10-2:40p.m.

117646

117656

117636

117666

3:10-3:40p.m.

117647

117657

117637

117667

4:10-4:40p.m.

117648

117658

117638

117668

3:10-3:40p.m.

117527

117537

117517

117547

4:10-4:40p.m.

117528

117538

117518

117548

5:10-5:40p.m.

117529

117539

117519

117549

5:10-5:40p.m.

117649

117659

117639

117669

6:10-6:40p.m.

117530

117540

117520

117550

6:10-6:40p.m.

117650

117660

117640

117670

9:10-9:40a.m.

117561

117571

117551

117581

9:10-9:40a.m.

117681

117691

117671

117701

10:10-10:40a.m.

117562

117572

117552

117582

10:10-10:40a.m.

117682

117692

117672

117702

11:10-11:40a.m.

117563

117573

117553

117583

11:10-11:40a.m.

117683

117693

117673

117703

12:10-12:40p.m.

117564

117574

117554

117584

12:10-12:40p.m.

117684

117694

117674

117704

1:10-1:40p.m.

117565

117575

117555

117585

1:10-1:40p.m.

117685

117695

117675

117705

2:10-2:40p.m.

117566

117576

117556

117586

2:10-2:40p.m.

117686

117696

117676

117706

3:10-3:40p.m.

117567

117577

117557

117587

3:10-3:40p.m.

117687

117697

117677

117707

4:10-4:40p.m.

117568

117578

117558

117588

4:10-4:40p.m.

117688

117698

117678

117708

5:10-5:40p.m.

117569

117579

117559

117589

5:10-5:40p.m.

117689

117699

117679

117709

6:10-6:40p.m.

117570

117580

117560

117590

6:10-6:40p.m.

117690

117700

117680

117710

9:10-9:40a.m.

117601

117611

117591

117621

9:10-9:40a.m.

117721

117731

117711

117741

10:10-10:40a.m.

117602

117612

117592

117622

10:10-10:40a.m.

117722

117732

117712

117742

11:10-11:40a.m.

117603

117613

117593

117623

11:10-11:40a.m.

117723

117733

117713

117743

12:10-12:40p.m.

117604

117614

117594

117624

12:10-12:40p.m.

117724

117734

117714

117744

1:10-1:40p.m.

117605

117615

117595

117625

1:10-1:40p.m.

117725

117735

117715

117745

2:10-2:40p.m.

117606

117616

117596

117626

2:10-2:40p.m.

117726

117736

117716

117746

3:10-3:40p.m.

117727

117737

117717

117747

4:10-4:40p.m.

117728

117738

117718

117748

Session 8 7/26-7/28 M-W

Group Lessons Resident $30 Non-resident: $35 Private Lessons Resident $85 Non-resident: $93

Session 9 8/2-8/5 M-TH

Group Lessons Resident $40 Non-resident: $45 Private Lessons Resident $108 Non-resident: $120

3:10-3:40p.m.

117607

117617

117597

117627

4:10-4:40p.m.

117608

117618

117598

117628

5:10-5:40p.m.

117609

117619

117599

117629

5:10-5:40p.m.

117729

117739

117719

117749

6:10-6:40p.m.

117610

117620

117600

117630

6:10-6:40p.m.

117730

117740

117720

117750

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“

or t c e r i D p m a C , a n i r a C As a 6-year old camper in Backyard Explorers, my best memories are the field trips and fun activities like art and crawdad fishing. When I was old enough to be a C.I.T (Counselor in Training), I signed up, further cementing my desire to work with kids. I became a counselor in 2013 and I have returned every summer since! Working at camp positively impacts my life as I foster lifelong friendships, expand my knowledge working with kids and develop skills for other jobs. I enjoy being part of something that has positively impacted my life and the next generation.

“

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Camps

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Camps Lil’ Explorers

Backyard Explorers

Experience a summer filled with imagination and making new friends! Lil’ Explorers will offer your child hands-on projects including STEAM, arts & crafts, games, and more activities that are associated with weekly themes. Days are filled with outdoor play, cooking, water play, and so much more!

Spice up your child's summer and experience the camp of a lifetime with Backyard Explorers! Grow, explore, play and connect with nature in Concord's own Markham Nature Park. Your child will make new friends, socialize, and have fun in small cohorts supervised by highly trained staff. Staff provide age appropriate and engaging daily camp activities, including a variety of arts & crafts, games, crawdad fishing, nature walks, and more! Campers take walking field trips weekly to swim at Concord Community Pool and play on the playground in Concord Community Park.

ages 2-5

entering Kindergarten-5th grade

Location: Centre Concord and Baldwin Park Days/Time: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Location: Markham Nature Park, 1202 La Vista Avenue

Fee: $156R / $171NR

Campers must be age-appropriate by 9/1/21

Days/Time: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Session 1: June 7-June 17: Under the Sea and Pirates

Drop off : 7-9 a.m. Pickup : 4:30-6 p.m.

Camp session already full?

Add yourself to the waitlist! We are hoping to expand our offerings as hea lth orders change and w ill contact those on our w aitlist order they sign in the ed up.

Come sail the seven seas aboard our ship! All mates will explore the ocean and under water creatures.

Session 2: June 21-July 1: Fun in the Sun and In the Garden

Creepy crawlers and sizzling sun! Learn all about the critters that wiggle their way through dirt and buzz around the gardens.

Session 3: July 6-July 15: Wild West and Farm-Yee haw! (1st week is Tuesday-Friday)

Join us for a rootin tootin time exploring farm life and old Wild West from horses to cowboys and animals.

Session 4: July 19-July 29: Jungle and the The Great Outdoors

Lions, tigers and bears, oh my! Come see what we can discover outside!

CENTRE CONCORD Age

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

Session 4

2 years

117213

117214

117215

117216

3 years

117217

117218

117219

117220

4-5 years

117221

117222

117223

117224

BALDWIN PARK BALDWIN PARK Age

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

Session 4

3-5 years

117225

117226

117227

117228

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Dates

Prices

Themes

Activity Course #

Session 1: June 7-June 18

$528R / $580NR Aloha & Exploration in Creation

116932

Session 2: June 21-July 2

$528R / $580NR Invention Convention & Disney-Verse

117049

Session 3: July 6-July 16

$468R / $515NR Animal Kingdom & Across the World

117050

Session 4: July 19-July 30

$528R / $580NR Electric Dance Camp & Infinity and Beyond

117051

Session 5: August 2-August 6

$268R / $294NR Water Olympics

117052

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Camps East Bay Explorers

Counselor in Training (CIT)

This program provides a safe and supervised place where your teen will experience fun times with friends! Young teens entering 6th-8th grade will participate in a variety of sports, painting, tie dye, and many STEAM projects that trained and experienced counselors provide.

Join us this summer to gain leadership skills, work with a team, and learn what it takes to be a summer day camp counselor! CIT participants will learn valuable job skills, including leading a group, public speaking, planning, and organization. Work side by side with experienced Backyard Explorer's day camp counselors to teach art, games, and plan a special event! You'll also learn the basics of CPR and first aid. Program expectations will be reviewed at a Zoom meeting with parents and student on May 10, 2021.

entering 6th-8th grade

ages 12-15

Every Tuesday/Thursday drop off will be at Concord Community Park. Teens will spend the morning outside participating in games, crafts, and teen building activities. In the afternoon, they'll relax and swim at Concord Community Pool. On Fridays, your teen will go on a walking field trip to a location close to the Willow Pass Community Center, including Todos Santos Plaza and local restaurants.

Location: Markham Nature Park, 1202 La Vista Avenue Days/Time: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Location: Willow Pass Community Center, 2748 E. Olivera Road Days/Time: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Dates

Prices

Activity Course #

$308R / $338NR

117210

Carnival and Sports Extravaganza 117057

Session 1: June 21-July 2

$278R / $305NR

117211

Decades and Holidays

117058

Session 2: July 6-July 16

$308R / $338NR

117212

$485R / $534NR Clue and Lights, Camera, Action

117059

Session 3: July 19-July 30

Session 4: July 19-July 30

$538R / $592NR STEAM and Minute to Win It

117060

Session 5: August 2-August 6

$273R / $300NR Disney

117061

Dates

Prices

Themes

Session 1: June 7-June 18

$538R /$592NR

Session 2: June 21-July 2

$538R /$592NR

Session 3: July 6-July 16

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Activity Course #

Click on class number to link to registration page.

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Camps Pre-School Day Camps Junior Zoo Workshop

Ages: 4-7 Draw all the different animals you'll see at the zoo! Llamas, lions, monkeys, and more will fill your drawings. Finish your last day with one large zoo scene, including all of the animals we drew that week in a clever and cute imaginary zoo! $18 material fee due first day to instructor. Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Young Rembrandts Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/19-7/30 M/W/F 11a.m.-1p.m. R: $196/NR: $214 117079

Skyhawks Mini-Hawk

Nature Explorers

Click on class number to link to registration page.

Ages: 4-6 Join Lindsay Wildlife Experience this summer and explore the beauty of nature in this fun half-day camp! Campers will meet some of Lindsay's Animal Ambassadors, and learn about nature and wildlife through games, crafts, and hikes in Concord's beautiful Newhall Community Park (week 1) and Lime Ridge Open Space (week 2). Location: Lime Ridge Open Space & Newhall Community Park Instructor: Lindsay Wildlife Experience Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/7-6/18 M-F 8:30a.m.-1p.m. R: $708/NR: $778 118160 6/21-7/2 M-F 8:30a.m.-1p.m. R: $708/NR: $778 118281

Youth

Junior Zoo Workshop

Day Camps Enrichment A Dish of Disney

Ages: 6-14 Your child will cook, eat, and have a blast with Disney characters and movies. The food we cook is an interpretation of Disney, like pizza from Pizza Planet in Toy Story, grubs & bugs from Lion King, and meatball stroganoff from Anastasia! Your child will experiment with different kitchen tools, and learn cooking skills through daily demos. $100 material fee due to instructor on first day. Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Cooking Round the World Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/21-7/2 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $436/NR: $479 117066

Cooking Round the World

Papercraft Universe & Comic Book Creations Combo Camp

Ages: 7-11 Get crafty this summer to create comic books and 3 dimensional paper crafts! The first week you will watch your two-dimensional world burst into life with origami, pop-up books, and other crafts. The second week you'll create an array of fun characters and tell a compelling story through your very own comic book creation. $50 material fee due first day to instructor.

Ages: 6-14 You don't need a passport to cook from 10 different countries. Your child will learn about culture, tastes, and celebrations while enjoying a variety of different foods from different countries. $90 material fee due on the first day to the instructor.

Location: Village Center for the Arts Instructor: Village Music School Staff

Location: Concord Community Park, Activity Field 2 Instructor: Z-Sports

Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Cooking Round the World Staff

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/21-7/2 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $448 117916 7/26-8/6 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $448 117917

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/6-7/16 M-F* 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $393/NR: $432 117068 *No class on Monday, July 5.

All Sorts of Sports Jr. Camp

Island Cooking

Ages: 6-13 Create detailed pastel compositions every day in this drawing workshop! Sketch sea stars along the shoreline, vibrant clown fish, bold patterned sea turtles, and more. You'll want to head to the frame shop with your child's finished pastel pieces. $18 material fee due first day to instructor.

Ages: 4-6 The All Sorts of Sports coed camp by National Academy of Athletics is packed with fun. Whether your child is a beginner or more advanced 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, baseball, basketball, dodge ball, soccer, flag 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. Location: Newhall Community Park Instructor: National Academy of Athletics DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/28-7/9 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $320/NR: $351 117904

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Ages: 6-14 Did you know that most islands have a special style of cooking using only ingredients that are available on the island? Learn to cook with common island ingredients like papaya, plantains, turmeric, limes and jerk. You'll learn how to cook pumpkin pancakes with palm sugar from Aruba, yam bread from Trinidad, Filipino pancit rice noodles, and more! $90 material fee due on the first day to the instructor. Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Cooking Round the World Staff DATES DAY TIME 7/6-7/16 M-F* 1-4p.m. *No class on Monday, July 5.

FEE CLASS # R: $393/NR: $432 117083

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/19-7/30 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $474/NR: $521 117082

Pastel Drawing: Ocean Life

Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Young Rembrandts Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/19-7/30 M-F 1:30-3:30p.m. R: $196/NR: $214 117078

PROGRAMMING NOTE Listed activities could be altered or cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions and safety precautions. Please visit www.cityofconcord.org/recreation or call (925) 671-3404 for more information.

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Project Rock Band & Hamilton the Musical Combo Camp

Ages: 7-11 We're making your dreams come true in our no experience necessary Music Camp & Hamilton Combo Camp! The first week, take our stage and get introduced to guitar, piano, drums, bass, keyboard and vocals. You'll write your own songs, learn to play rock classics, create a unique band name and logo, and perform in front of a live audience! The second week you'll bring the compelling history of our Founding Fathers to life with clever rhymes and story of the Broadway musical: Hamilton! $50 material fee due first day to instructor. Location: Village Center for the Arts Instructor: Village Music School Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/5-7/16 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $474/NR: $521 117081

Sewing Camp

Ages: 8-17 Need a style update? Learn sewing skills while making new friends and having fun too! Max of 6 students allows for individual instruction with a certified sewing instructor. You will choose from a variety of projects, including masks, small quilts, stuffed animals, and more! Computerized machines and all small materials provided. $25 material fee due to instructor first day of class. Each participant will have their own table, machine, tools, and materials. Everyone wears a face mask and they will be making their own face mask on the first day. Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Debbie Madison DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/22-7/1 T U-TH 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $204/NR: $221 116936 7/20-7/29 TU-TH 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $204/NR: $221 117063

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Wildlife Helpers

STEM and Jedi Engineering with LEGO

Location: Lime Ridge Open Space & Newhall Community Park Instructor: Lindsay Wildlife Experience Staff

Location: Willow Pass Community Center Instructor: Play-Well Teknologies Staff

Ages: 7-10 Get outside and learn how to care for the world we share with our wild neighbors. Campers will meet some of Lindsay's Animal Ambassadors and learn about nature and wildlife through games, crafts, and hikes in Concord's beautiful Newhall Community Park (week 1) and Lime Ridge Open Space (week 2).

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/21-7/2 M-F 8:30a.m.-1p.m. R: $708/NR: $778 118163 6/7-6/18 M-F 8:30a.m.-1p.m. R: $708/NR: $778 118282

Day Camps - STEM Chess Wizards Summer Camp

Ages: 6-12 Experience the excitement of chess with a day of classes! Your child will play mini tournaments, have interactive lessons with chess pros and play cool chess variants! It is proven that chess helps stimulate the mind, strengthen focus, visualizing goals, abstract thinking, and forming concrete opinions. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder, and t-shirt! Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Chess Wizards Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/14-6/23 M-W 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $238/NR: $261 116745

Little Medical Camp

Ages: 6-10 Help your child discover a passion for science in this medical exploration camp. Your child will explore three different sciences, including the human body, veterinary science, and wilderness/sports medicine. You'll learn about everything from broken bones, stitches, tick removal, dog behavior, weather exposure, snake bites and more! $50 material fee due on the first day to instructor. Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Little Medical School Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/12-7/22 M -TH 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $433/NR: $476 117246

Click on class number to link to registration page.

Ages: 5-10 Learn about both kinds of Force in this new multi-week themed engineering camp for LEGO fanatics. First, build projects inspired by cool machines while applying real-world STEM concepts. Then, immerse yourself in the Star Wars universe as you construct projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire!

DATES DAY 6/21-7/2 M-F

TIME FEE CLASS # 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $484 116934

Virtual Aloha Mind Math

Ages: 6-12 Become a math rock star! This STEM program offers small online classes led by a qualified instructor to help develop your child's skills and confidence in math. Your child will learn to use an abacus and mental math techniques that broaden their understanding of math. $49 material fee due before first day to instructor. Location: Zoom Instructor: Aloha Mind Math Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/15-6/25 TU-F 10-11a.m. R: $125/NR: $137 116933

Day Camps - Sports Junior Tennis Summer Camp

Ages: 7-15 Junior Tennis Camps are perfect for children interested in an active sport! The camps are geared towards youth age 7-15, who are beginners or intermediate players with little or no previous experience. Campers will learn proper fundamentals, good sportsmanship and tennis etiquette in a fun and safe environment. Protocols will be in place meeting State Health Guidance for youth summer camps. Children must wear face covering and sunscreen. They also must bring their own racquet, hand sanitizer and water bottle(s).

Skyhawks Baseball

Ages: 6-10 This program puts the Skyhawks twist on "American Past-Time"; allowing kids of all abilities to learn Baseball fundamentals in a fun and exciting environment. Our Skyhawks original drills and games are interactive, fast paced and focus on individual skill development. Location: Willow Pass Community Park, Field 5 Instructor: Z-Sports DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/6-7/16 M-F* 9 a.m.-12p.m. R: $398/NR: $437 117914 *No class on Monday, July 5.

Skyhawks Flag Football

Ages: 6-10 Skyhawks flag football is the perfect introduction to the exciting game of football. Skyhawks coaches teach campers the fundamentals of passing, rushing, receiving and defense along with the rules, strategies and playcalls of the game. Location: Concord Community Park, Activity Field 1 Instructor: Z-Sports DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/21-7/2 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $484 117915

Skyhawks Mini-Hawk

Ages: 4-5 Your child will experience a positive first step into athletics with this dynamic multi-sport program. Baseball, basketball and soccer are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with encouragement and fun. Through games and activities your child will explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. Location: Concord Community Park, Activity Field 2 Instructor: Z-Sports DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/21-7/2 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $448 117916 7/26-8/6 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $448 117917

Location: Willow Pass Park, Court 4 Instructor: New Frontier Tennis DATES DAY TIME 6/7-6/18 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. 6/21-7/2 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. 7/5-7/16 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. 7/19-7/30 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m.

FEE CLASS # R: $393/NR: $432 117347 R: $393/NR: $432 117348 R: $393/NR: $432 117349 R: $393/NR: $432 117350

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Day Camps - Sports Skyhawks Soccer

Ages: 6-10 Using our innovative age appropriate curriculum, Skyhawks Coaches ensure that every child leaves camp with the skills, confidence and passion to take the next step in Soccer. After an action packed 2 weeks of passing, shooting, dribbling and ball control your child will show you why this is one of our most popular programs. Location: Concord Community Park, Activity Field 1 Instructor: Z-Sports DATES

DAY TIME

FEE

CLASS #

7/19-7/30 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $484 117920

Skyhawks Summer Camp Olympics

Ages: 6-10 This action-packed summer camp combines all your favorite Skyhawks Games into two fun filled weeks. Participants will learn and play Baseball, Basketball, Capture the Flag, Dodgeball, Flag Football, Kickball, Soccer, Track & Field and Ultimate Frisbee. Bring your friends or come make new ones. Location: Concord Community Park, Activity Field 2 Instructor: Z-Sports DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/26-8/6 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $484 117918

Skyhawks Tennis

Ages: 6-10 Learning the fundamentals of Tennis has never been so much fun. Players will learn proper grips, footwork, strokes, volleys and serves through a series of games designed to teach skills in a fun and dynamic way. Players will develop a love for tennis while learning the rules and etiquette that make tennis such an exciting game to play. Location: Concord Community Park, Tennis Courts 1&2 Instructor: Z-Sports DATES DAY TIME 6/7-6/18 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. 6/21-7/2 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. 7/19-7/30 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. 7/6-7/13 M-F* 9 a.m.-12p.m. 8/2-8/6 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. *No class on Monday, July 5.

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FEE CLASS # R: $441/NR: $484 117909 R: $441/NR: $484 117910 R: $441/NR: $484 117912 R: $398/NR: $437 117911 R: $302/NR: $331 117913

Ages: 6-10 Your child will enjoy the energy and excitement of this great co-ed team sport. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. Our volleyball staff will assist your child in developing the fundamental skills of the game through game-based drills and daily scrimmages aimed at developing the whole player. Location: Concord Community Park, Activity Field 2 Instructor: Z-Sports DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/7-6/18 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $441/NR: $484 117919

All Sorts of Sports Camp

Ages: 7-12 The All Sorts of Sports coed camp by National Academy of Athletics is packed with fun. Whether your child is a beginner or more advanced 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, baseball, basketball, dodge ball, soccer, flag 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. Location: Newhall Community Park Instructor: National Academy of Athletics DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/28-7/9 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $320/NR: $351 117903

All Sorts of Sports Jr. Camp

Bump, Set, Spike Grass Volleyball Camp

Ages: 7-12 The Bump Set Spike Grass Volleyball Summer Camp by National Academy of Athletics is packed with fun. Whether your child is a beginner or more advanced player, the drills taught at this camp will help them fall in love with the game of volleyball. It will be the perfect place to learn the skill sets required to play the sport, all while making new friends, having fun, and staying safe. Location: Concord Community Park, Activity Field 2 Instructor: National Academy of Athletics DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/12-7/23 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $320/NR: $351 117907

Summer Splash Camp

TIME FEE CLASS # 9a.m.-4p.m. R: $508/NR: $558 117762 9a.m.-4p.m. R: $508/NR: $558 117763 9a.m.-4p.m. R: $508/NR: $558 117764 9a.m.-4p.m. R: $508/NR: $558 117765 9a.m.-4p.m. R: $258/NR: $283 117766

High Spirit Cheer & Dance Camp

Ages: 7-12 The High Spirit Cheer and Dance summer camp is designed to help girls and boys learn the individual skills to become more confident leading cheers and performing in front of crowds. Our kids Cheer and Dance summer camps are the perfect place to learn about cheer, dance, and fitness while having a blast, making new friends, and staying safe. Location: Newhall Community Park Instructor: National Academy of Athletics DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/12-7/23 M-F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $320/NR: $351 117906

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Hoop it Up Basketball Camp

Ages: 7-12 The Hoop It Up Outdoor Summer Basketball Camp by National Academy of Athletics is packed with fun. Whether your child is a beginner or more advanced player, the drills taught at this camp will help them fall in love with the game. Our basketball camps are the perfect place to learn about the game and fitness while having a blast and making new friends. Location: Baldwin Park Instructor: National Academy of Athletics DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/14-6/25 M -F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $320/NR: $351 117902

NFL Flag Football Camp

Ages: 7-12 The largest flag football program in the nation offers a fun, non-contact football experience. This camp introduces a wide range of skills throughout the week including passing, defending, receiving and de-flagging, with a strong focus on the rules of the game. Each day ends with small-sided games where players get to show off their new-found skills. Participants will develop an understanding of offensive and defensive plays, and be encouraged to implement these skills into realistic scrimmages and game-play situations. Location: Newhall Community Park Instructor: National Academy of Athletics DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 6/14-6/25 M -F 9a.m.-12p.m. R: $320/NR: $351 117905

Teens

Cooking Round The USA Ages: 13-17

Your teen will learn about a different US state each day, and eat delicious food associated with that state. Recipes have been culled from well-known restaurants around the USA like creamy corn chowder from Dragon Seafood in Alaska, cheese blintz' from Stage Deli in New York, and ice cream sandwich cookies from Ben & Jerry's in Vermont. $100 material fee due to instructor on first day. Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Cooking Round the World Staff DATES DAY TIME 6/21-7/2 M-F 1-4p.m.

FEE CLASS # R: $436/NR: $479 117075

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Youth Camp is Back!

An addictive sport, perfect for all ages! 14 courts located at Willow Pass Park Classes, clinics and private lessons Tournaments | Leagues Join our Meetup Group. Connect with players at https://www.meetup.com/ Concord-CA-Pickleball-Enthusiasts/

June 21–25, 2021 June 28–July 2, 2021

Your child will love all the fun-filled traditions of overnight CAMP! Campers will enjoy Canoeing, Crawdad Fishing, Hiking, Archery, Volleyball, Swimming, Beach Fun at Lake Tahoe, Skits, Arts & Crafts, Tye Dying Shirts, and Campfires with S’mores. Roundtrip bus transportation from Concord to South Lake Tahoe included. Strict policies around Covid-19 will be in place and camp will be at 50% capacity.

Ages: 8–13 (at the time of camp) Registration Open FriendsOfCampConcord.org/Youth-Camp

Visit www.teamsideline.com/concord or call (925) 671-3279 for more information.

FALL LEAGUES • • • •

Offering Men’s, Women’s and Coed Leagues Level of play to meet everyone’s ability League games run from September-November Games played Sunday-Friday evenings

Visit www.teamsideline.com/concord or call (925) 671-3279 for more information.

Space is limited to 50 campers each session. To register: FriendsOfCampConcord.org/Youth-Camp or contact us at: YouthCamp@FriendsOfCampConcord.org FOCC2021_ConcordParkRecGuide_8.5x8_v1.indd 1

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www.cityofconcord.org

eNewsletters (pick your interest)

925-671-3404 ConcordReg@cityofconcord.org

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Pre-School Program

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Pre-School City of Concord Preschool Program

learn through play

Learn through play with the Parks & Recreation Preschool Program. Your child will spend the day with highly trained and experienced teachers, doing arts & crafts, playing games, and developing fine and gross motor skills. Your child will make new friends, while our teachers assist in building on the personal, social, and emotional development of your child. Learn routines, explore nature, but most importantly-play!

Program

Age

Schedule

Activity Course #

2 by 9/1/21

M/W/F

9-11:30 a.m.

116916

T/TH

9-11:30 a.m.

116918

M/W/F

12-2:30 p.m.

116917

M/W/F

9-11:30 a.m.

116920

T/TH

9-11:30 a.m.

116922

M/W/F

12-2:30 p.m.

116921

M/W/F

9-11:30 a.m.

116926

T/TH

9-11:30 a.m.

116927

M-F

12-2:30 p.m.

116931

M/W/F

9-11:30 a.m.

116923

M/W/F

9-11:30 a.m.

116924

M/W/F

9-11:30 a.m.

116928

M/W/F

12-2:30 p.m.

116930

CENTRE CONCORD 2 year olds

3 year olds

4 year olds

3 by 9/1/21

4 by 9/1/21

The City of Concord Preschool program was established in 1991 and has served over 6,500 families since its establishment. Some of our teachers have been with the program for over 25 years!

Class Dates and Times

BALDWIN PARK BALDWIN PARK

September 7, 2021 - May 13, 2022 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

3 year olds

Locations

4 year olds

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 3 and 4 year old classes** **Children must be potty-trained

Monthly Fees*

2 day/week: $165R / $195NR 3 day/week: $232R / $262NR 5 day/week: $429R / $449NR *$120 non-refundable registration fee due prior to enrolling in a class Parents will also provide a snack monthly for their child’s class.

3 by 9/1/21 4 by 9/1/21

Meet Stacey Rubalcava 4 year olds at Baldwin Park

In her nine years as a preschool teacher, Miss Stacey has successfully prepared her students for kindergarten by teaching through classroom exploration and play. Children in her classes develop writing and fine motor skills, number sense, and explore science, music and dramatic play. When not teaching preschool, Stacey enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her family.

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D R O C COANTE PARK SK D r o p - in a t

t he

Skateboards  roller and inline skates  manual scooters

1174 San Miguel Road  Hours School days: 1:30pm-dusk weekends / school breaks: 8am-dusk *proper safety gear required

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Youth Classes Sciences Tiny Tuesday Hikes: Flippity, Flappity, Flutterbys

Ages: 4-5 Come trek with Lindsay Wildlife Staff on a short walk in Lime Ridge Open Space developed specifically for the little ones. We'll learn about plants and animals of Lime Ridge and engage in some fun activities along the way. Caregiver attendance is required. In order to ensure social distancing, we ask that only 1 caregiver attends per child. The program can be rescheduled due to rain. Location: LR Lime Ridge All at Lime Ridge Open Space Instructor: Lindsay Wildlife Experience Staff DATES 5/4

DAY TIME FEE CLASS # TU 11a.m.-12p.m. R: $19/NR: $24 115460

Enrichment & Special Interest Sewing Machine Fun

Ages: 8-17 Need a style update? Learn sewing skills while making new friends and having fun too! Max of 6 students allows for individual instruction with a certified sewing instructor. You will choose from a variety or projects, including masks, small quilts, stuffed animals, and more! Computerized machines and all small materials provided. $25 material fee due to instructor first day of class. Each participant will have their own table, machine, tools, and materials. Everyone wears a face mask and they will be making their own face mask on the first day. Location: Centre Concord Instructor: Debbie Madison DATES DAY TIME FEE 4/22-6/3 TH 3:30-5:30p.m. R: $181/NR: $199

CLASS # 117062

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Adult Classes Arts and Crafts Mixed Media Magic

Ages: 18 and up Express yourself and make a little magic! Learn a variety of creative art techniques with paints, inks, texture mediums and more. You will work in representational and abstract styles on canvas, paper and wood, using traditional tools with an interesting household items. Full supply list furnished upon registration. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Lisa Fulmer DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/6-6/24 TH 10-11:30a.m. R: $60/NR: $66 117076 7/8-8/26 TH 10-11:30a.m. R: $60/NR: $66 117077

Nature Journaling

Ages: 18 and up Enjoy the beauty of nature through painting, photographing, sketching or doodling. Learn base exercise for viewing flora and fauna with a more creative eye, then venture out on your own to explore. Nature journaling calms the mind and increases your attention to detail. Full supply list furnished upon registration. Location: Markham Nature Park Instructor: Lisa Fulmer DATES 5/15 6/19 7/17 8/21

DAY SA SA SA SA

TIME FEE 10a.m.-12p.m. R: $25/NR: $30 10a.m.-12p.m. R: $25/NR: $30 10a.m.-12p.m. R: $25/NR: $30 10a.m.-12p.m. R: $25/NR: $30

CLASS # 117067 117070 117072 117074

Dance, Music & Performing Arts

Click on class number to link to registration page.

Beginning Hula and Tahitian

Ages: 14-48 Learn the basics of hula and Tahitian dance traditions. Use your hand motions to represent the words in a song or chant. Get a fulfilling experience with physical and spiritual benefits as you learn about the depth and range of these beautiful cultures. Dancing is good for your abs, back and hips and helps tone and strengthen your legs. The music is beautiful, the movements are graceful, you get to learn about and appreciate another culture. Location: Senior Center Front Patio Instructor: Richard Smith DATES DAY TIME 7/12-8/30 M 7-8:30p.m.

FEE CLASS # R: $84/NR: $92 117203

Line Dance Beginners

Ages: 18 and up Keep fit, sharpen your memory, release endorphins, laugh, and smile! This is an opportunity for new line dance students to make new friends while learning basic steps and line dance routines. It doesn't feel like exercise, but you're moving and strengthening your muscles all the same. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Susan Dodge DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/7-6/25 F 9:30-10:45a.m. R: $52/NR: $57 117053 7/9-8/27 F 9:30-10:45a.m. R: $52/NR: $57 117054

Line Dance Intermediate

Ages: 18 and up Learn the basics of hula and Tahitian dance traditions. Forget about the worries of the world. Listen to a variety of music. Get a real buzz dancing and dancing. Find your own personal space and socialize. Line dancing is just what it says. Use similar steps and dance all together in unison. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Susan Dodge DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/5-6/23 W 9:30-10:45a.m. R: $52/NR: $57 117055 7/7-8/25 W 9:30-10:45a.m. R: $52/NR: $57 117056

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Ukulele Beginners

Ages: 18 and up Gain a basic understanding of the ukulele: learn to strum chords with ease, play familiar tunes like Jambalaya and Blue Hawai'i! Need: ukulele, a tuner, pencil, a folder for music. Strap recommended. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Dianna Dumelle DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/6-6/24 TH 11:15a.m.-12:30p.m. R:$52/NR:$57 116911 7/8-8/26 TH 11:15a.m.-12:30p.m. R:$52/NR:$57 116912

Ukulele Intermediate

Ages: 18 and up Learn to read music for ukulele; pick melodies and riffs; and more advanced strums, chords and songs. Need: ukulele, tuner, music binder and pencil. Requirements: easily play basic major, minor and 7th chords. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Dianna Dumelle DATES DAY TIME 5/6-6/24 TH 12:45-2p.m. 7/8-8/26 TH 12:45-2p.m.

FEE CLASS # R:$52/NR:$57 116913 R:$52/NR:$57 116914

Enrichment & Special Interest Licking The Spoon - Zoom Writing Class About Food

Ages: 18 and up Most of us have fond memories about the smells coming from our mother's kitchen on Thanksgiving licking the batter off a wooden spoon or drinking our first beer. This ZOOM writing class is a remembering and sharing workshop designed to spark food memories and write about them. Must have computer, camera and Zoom access. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Cooking Round The World Staff DATES DAY TIME 5/7-5/28 F 6-7:30p.m.

FEE CLASS # R: $64/NR: $70 115612

Health & Fitness Gentle Yoga at Home

Ages: 18 and up You 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, this is a great class for you. Appropriate for those with arthritis/osteoporosis. Must have a yoga mat. No class May 20. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Sandi Smith-Grove DATES DAY TIME 5/6-6/24 TH 9-9:50a.m. 7/1-8/5 TH 9-9:50a.m.

FEE R:$74/NR:$79 R:$64/NR:$70

CLASS # 117040 117041

Introduction to Meditation

Ages: 18 and up Meditation will help you to quiet your busy outeroriented mind, release stress, and tune into the Higher Mind, bringing you inner peace, healing, inspiration and knowledge. You will become able to resolve challenges and accomplish your personal goals. Instructor, Mary Bruns, has practiced and taught meditation for over 30 years. Optional CD $10. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Mary Bruns DATES DAY TIME 5/13-6/24 TH 6:30-8p.m.

FEE R:$39/NR:$44

CLASS # 117208

Ongoing Meditation

Ages: 18 and up In Ongoing Meditation, we discuss the meaning of dream messages so that you can apply what you learn to heal the past and improve your response to current situations. You will become more adept in peacefully handling what comes your way and understand life experience as the pre-cursor to growth and development. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Mary Burns DATES DAY TIME 7/1-8/12 TH 6:30-8p.m.

FEE R:$39/NR:$44

CLASS # 117209

ZOOM ONLINE CLASSES Zoom invitations are included in the emailed registration receipt and will also be sent to participants approximately 2 hours before the start of the first class.

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Adult Classes Pilates - Zoom at Home

Ages: 18 and up Zoom at Home in the luxury of your own home. This class has very low impact and is easy on your joints. You will develop core strength, balance, breath control, increase flexibility and gain an overall sense of well being. Please have a clear space where you can place your mat and use a 3' foam roller. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: David Henry DATES DAY TIME 5/5-6/23 W 6-6:45p.m. 7/7-8/25 W 6-6:45p.m.

FEE CLASS # R:$92/NR:$101 117752 R:$92/NR:$101 117754

Multi-Session 5/5-8/25 W

R:$166/NR:$183 117755

6-6:45p.m.

Walk/Hike Wellness Class

Yoga (Intermediate) - Zoom at Home

Ages: 16 and up Continue to go deeper into your yoga practice in this lyengar style class. The benefits are too numerous to list. Bare feet are essential. Prerequisite: One year of yoga experience is a must. No class on May 31 and June 14. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Susan Killoran DATES DAY TIME 5/3-6/28 M 5:40-7p.m. 7/12-8/30 M 5:40-7p.m.

FEE R:$53/NR:$58 R:$60/NR:$66

Zumba at the Park

Ages: 18 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 active lifestyle.

Ages: 18 and up Do you want to stay active? Do you want to be outside and be social (physically distancing of course)? Let's create a wellness community of like-minded people! Let's get out to a lovely trail to see nature and flowers. Light stretches will be done before or during a break of the walk/hike. Discuss wellness topics, nutrition and cooking healthy recipes as we walk/hike.

Location: Baldwin Park Instructor: Elisa Borges

Location: Lime Ridge Parking Lot Instructor: Nancy Chang

Zumba with D in the Park!

DATES DAY TIME 5/7-6/25 F 9-10a.m. 7/9-8/27 F 9-10a.m.

FEE R:$44/NR:$49 R:$44/NR:$49

CLASS # 117345 117346

Yoga (Beginning) - Zoom at Home

Ages: 16 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. Bare feet are essential. Bring a sticky mat. No class on May 31 and June 14 and 16.

CLASS # 117760 117761

DATES 5/3-5/26 6/2-6/30 7/7-7/28 8/2-8/30

DAY TIME FEE M&W 11a.m.-12p.m. R:$44/NR:$49 M&W 11a.m.-12p.m. R:$49/NR:$54 M&W 11a.m.-12p.m. R:$44/NR:$49 M&W 11a.m.-12p.m. R:$49/NR:$54

CLASS # 117204 117205 117206 117207

FEE R:$46/NR:$51 R:$52/NR:$57 R:$52/NR:$57 R:$52/NR:$57

CLASS # 117756 117757 117758 117759

Location: Willow Pass Community Park, Field 5 Instructor: Diana Alvarez DATES DAY TIME 7/7-7/28 W 6-7:00p.m. 8/4-8/25 W 6-7:00p.m.

FEE R:$27/NR:$32 R:$27/NR:$32

CLASS # 117753 118400

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Ages: 18 and up Learn and practice Tai Chi and Qigong: gentle movement to improve balance, strengthen the body, quiet the mind and relieve stress. Each class includes: Standing Meditation, Qigong and Tai Chi movement from the Yang-style long form. Location: Baldwin Park Instructor: Jon Finch DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/7-6/25 F 12:30-1:30p.m. R:$84/NR:$92 118155 7/9-8/27 F 12:30-1:30p.m. R:$84/NR:$92 118156

Tai Chi Indoors

Ages: 18 and up Learn and practice Tai Chi and Qigong: gentle movement to improve balance, strengthen the body, quiet the mind and relieve stress. Each class includes: Standing Meditation, Qigong and Tai Chi movement from the Yang-style long form. Location: Senior Center Instructor: Jon Finch DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/3-6/28 M 6:30-7:30p.m. R:$103/NR:$113 118157 7/5-8/30 M 6:30-7:30p.m. R:$103/NR:$113 118158

Ages: 15-66 Burn fat, strengthen your core, and improve flexibility while dancing to Latin inspired dance. This high intensity class can burn up to 400 calories while grooving to salsa, merengue, and even belly dance. The best part? You'll have so much fun, you'll forget you're working out!

Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Susan Killoran DATES DAY TIME 5/3-6/28 M 4:30-5:30p.m. 5/5-6/30 W 4:30-5:30p.m. 7/12-8/30 M 4:30-5:30p.m. 7/7-8/25 W 4:30-5:30p.m.

Tai Chi in the Park

Online Classes from the City of Concord Self-Paced Tutorials

Build Skills | Earn Credits Self Study on Demand Certificates Awarded

Instructor-Led Courses

Sessions start monthly Interactive learning environment 6 week format

Dozens of Course Categories! Classes start at $99

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dog parks! Play with your best buddy at one of our off-leash dog parks! Newhall Park (open dawn to dusk, closed Wednesdays for maintenance)

Baldwin Park (open dawn to dusk, closed Tuesdays for maintenance)

Features include: • Separate areas for large and small dogs • Benches • Gated play area For more information, visit our website at

www.cityofconcord.org/parks

Disc Golf Anyone? Check out Concord’s own disc golf course at Hillcrest Park! Open 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.

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50 & Better

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50 & Better Classes Arts and Crafts Nature Journaling Ages: 50 and up

Enjoy and appreciate the beauty of nature through painting, photographing, sketching or doodling. Learn basic exercises for viewing flora and fauna with a more creative eye, then venture out on your own to explore. Nature journaling calms the mind and increases your attention to detail. Full supply list furnished upon registration. Location: Markham Nature Park Instructor: Lisa Fulmer DATES 5/14 6/18 7/16 8/20

DAY F F F F

TIME 10a.m.-12p.m. 10a.m.-12p.m. 10a.m.-12p.m. 10a.m.-12p.m.

FEE CLASS # R: $25/NR: $30 117065 R: $25/NR: $30 117069 R: $25/NR: $30 117071 R: $25/NR: $30 117073

Dance, Music & Performing Arts Beginning Hula Ages: 50 and up

Learn the basic of hula dancing. Hula is the dance form of the Hawaiian culture. Enjoy the beautiful motions of yesterday's and today's hula. Learn the physical expression of the Hawaiian thoughts and feelings. No experience needed. Location: Senior Center Front Patio Instructor: Richard Smith

Enrichment & Special Interest

Click on class number to link to registration page.

Cooking Round The USA - Zoom Cooking Class

Listed activities could be altered or cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions and safety precautions. Please visit www.cityofconcord.org/recreation or call (925) 671-3404 for more information.

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Ages: 50 and up

Chair Yoga and Balance Ages: 50 and up

Each state is distinctly known for certain foods, has specific agriculture and climate. This class virtually visits states and enjoys the characteristics of what foods make that state unique. Link to class and list of food to purchase sent before class begins.

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. Must bring a yoga mat.

Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Staff, Cooking Round The World

Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Sandi Smith-Grove

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/4-5/25 TU 10-11:30a.m. R: $84/NR: $92 115618

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/6-6/24 TU 10-10:50a.m. R: $74/NR: $81 117038 7/1-8/5 TH 10-10:50a.m. R: $64/NR: $70 117039

Cooking Round The World Zoom Cooking Class

Qigong Gentle Movement

Ages: 50 and up

This is a zoom cooking class from your kitchen. Seniors are "whisked" away to the country of the day when they cook along with the teacher via zoom, international dishes. As we cook we discuss, as a group, how the characteristics of the country seeps into the foods we are enjoying! Link to class and food to purchase, emailed before start. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Staff, Cooking Round The World DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 5/5-5/26 W 10-11:30a.m. R: $84/NR: $92 115615

Experience the Walk With Ease Program. Arthritis Foundation Certified. Doctor Recommended. Motivate yourself to get in great shape. Walk safely and comfortably. Improve your flexibility, strength and stamina. Reduce pain and feel great. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Location: Concord Senior Center Front Lawn Instructor: Meals on Wheels Diablo Region DATES DAY TIME 5/4-7/20 M 10-11a.m.

FEE FREE

CLASS # 116908

Welcome to Medicare

Ages: 50 and up

Qigong, also known as moving meditation is an ancient Chinese discipline that combines the use of gentle physical movements, stretches, mental focus, deep breathing and self-massage, It started out as a form of martial arts, but over time, it became known for its health benefits. It increases your strength, flexibility, energy, endurance, stability and balance and combats anxiety and depression and relieves stress. The low-impact exercises are especially easy to learn and are perfect for beginners and people with health conditions.

Ages: 50 and up Turning 65 this year? This year, next year? Do you have questions about Medicare? Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) has the answers. WTM is a free class provided by the HICAP to answer questions about: Medicare benefits, prescription medication coverage, Medicare Advantage plans (HMOs), Medigap insurance, retiree insurance and veteran’s health benefits, and how it coordinates with Medicare. How do I enroll? Where do I enroll? Do I need to enroll? Presented by Contra Costa Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP). No insurance products sold or endorsed. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: John Lee DATES 5/10 7/12

DAY TIME M 9:30-10:30a.m. M 9:30-10:30a.m.

FEE FREE FREE

CLASS # 118036 118037

Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Nancy Chang DATES DAY TIME 5/4-6/22 TU 9-10a.m. 7/13-8/31 T U 9-10a.m.

DATES DAY TIME FEE CLASS # 7/12-8/30 M 6-6:45p.m. R: $84/NR: $92 117202

PROGRAMMING NOTE

Walk with Ease Outdoor

Health & Fitness

FEE R: $68/NR: $74 R: $68/NR: $74

CLASS # 116909 116910

ZOOM ONLINE CLASSES Zoom invitations are included in the emailed registration receipt and will also be sent to participants approximately 2 hours before the start of the first class.

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50 & Better Health And Human Services

Alzheimer's Support Group

Notary Services By Volunteer

For Adults 50+. Services are provided by appointment for one signature page free of charge from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. on Thursdays. Fee incurred for each additional signature page. Call (925) 671-3017.

Senior Helpers will provide extensive training and experience in delivering the right level of individual care and support. As the leading industry experts in Alzheimer's and dementia care, you can trust Senior Helpers to make your loved one's life much easier and more enjoyable. Open to those who have elderly loved ones suffering from Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. This group meets the 4th Wednesday of the month, 2-3:30 p.m. For meeting information, visit http://www.cityofconcord.org/434/Senior-Services-and-Resources.

Peer Counseling

Meals On Wheels Diablo Region (Mowdr)

The Lions Center for the Visually Impaired (LCVI) runs a local blind and Low Vision Support group, hosted by Vicki McDaniel. To register or learn more about meeting dates and times, please call LCVI at (925) 432-3013.

CC Café is for adults 60+ and younger spouses and seniors. Currently, meals are distributed every Thursday at the Concord Senior Center from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Seniors receive five frozen meals each week. Registration is required to join the program. Contact the Café at (925) 825-1488 Monday - Friday between 9-11:30 a.m. for more information and a menu. A Care Manager can help connect seniors with various resources to assist with family issues, financial help, housing, transportation, counseling, and more. Contact (925) 671-3035 to schedule a free, confidential consultation.

Available to people 55+ who live in Contra Costa County. Dedicated to providing individual counseling to offer emotional support through life's problems and challenges. Senior Peer Counselors are currently available only by phone. Call (925) 521-5653. Available in English and Spanish. Visit https://cchealth.org/volunteer/senior-counselor.php

Vision Support

Hearing Loss Support

During COVID-19, this in-person support group has been temporarily suspended. If you want to attend a group meeting, the Hearing Loss Association of America runs a virtual meeting on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. Registration is required. Visit https://www.hearinglossdv.org/.

Health Insurance Counseling And Advocacy Program (Hicap)

Currently, HICAP has a one-on-one counseling session option by calling (925) 6551393 or the number on the schedule for the specific site if one is listed. Note that we do not see clients at our actual HICAP office. To view locations and general information, please visit https://cchicap.org/contact/.

Home Match By Covia

Through civic partnerships with the City of Concord, Home Match connects qualifying roommates with homeowners to create housing opportunities with real benefits. Contact gperez@covia.org or call her directly at (925) 451-9890 or call Covia at (925) 956-7385.

Legal Assistance & Advanced Healthcare Directives

Currently, there is no lawyer on site. For legal assistance, call Contra Costa Senior Legal Services at (925) 609-7900 or email legalhelp@ccsls.org. CCSLS is a private, non-profit agency that has been providing free legal services to seniors since 1976. FREE Legal clinics on Advanced Healthcare Directives are scheduled regularly. Visit www.ccsls.org.

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For adults 50+ residing in Concord who wish to participate in the Senior Center Program. 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 and then follow directions to select your activity choice and provide supporting documents for review. Each applicant will be notified when the scholarship has been approved.

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Registration

New Podcast Keeps

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

Mail Complete and print the registration form found here and mail with payment to: Concord Parks & Recreation Department Registration 1950 Parkside Drive, MS/11 Concord, CA 94519

In-person registration will return when City facilities can safely reopen. Quality Assurance and Credits/Refunds

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. A minimum $5 fee will be charged on all withdrawals. No refunds for non-attendance, one-day workshops, trips or materials fees.

Be sure to subscribe, rate and review the podcast, and tell your neighbors!

In January, the City of Concord launched a new bimonthly podcast, available on Apple, Spotify and Soundcloud. Since then, eight “Concord Connected” episodes have featured the Mayor, Vice Mayor and Councilmembers interviewing a variety of guests, who covered topics such as: • COVID and vaccine distribution efforts • Homelessness • Public safety • Street and infrastructure maintenance • The Contra Costa Crisis Center and 211 call center • Mayor McGallian’s 2021 State of the City presentation You can find all episodes and receive alerts for new podcasts by subscribing through: Apple  Spotify  Soundcloud

CONC OR D LIVE! A VIRTUAL EVENT SERIES EVERY THURSDAY @ 6 PM

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City News

Spring 2021

Register for Emergency Alerts The City of Concord is committed to keeping its residents, The Concord Police Department has discontinued using the Smart911 service. While the program was advertised, businesses and visitors safe and informed, especially it was not utilized by community members in the volume when it comes to communicating about emergencies. anticipated. The City has a number of communications vehicles Concord PD continues to utilize Text-to-911. So, if you’re in through which City staff and the Concord Police a situation where it is not safe for you to speak directly to a Department share important updates. They include 911 dispatcher, you can send a text message to 911. You Nextdoor, Facebook and Twitter accounts. will still be asked to provide the above listed information. Important news is also posted to the City’s website, and residents are encouraged to subscribe to news alerts that can be emailed and/or texted to subscribers through cityofconcord.org/notifyme.

City Offers $1 Million in Rent Relief for Small Businesses Beginning on April 26, the City of Concord, in partnership with the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce, will accept applications for its new Measure V Commercial Rent Relief Program. In late March, the Concord City Council approved $1 million in funding to create a commercial rent relief program, which will provide one-time grants of $10,000 to local small businesses that have experienced considerable financial challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to these alerts, CWS also utilizes their Facebook and Twitter accounts to issue emergency warnings.

Citywide News Update In lieu of Concord's regular City News & Activity Guide, which was suspended last year due to COVID, the City recently published a Spring 2021 Community Update, which was mailed to all Concord residents and businesses in late March. The four-page update, which is also available in Spanish, shares news and information about City Council priorities, COVID vaccines, Measure V (which took effect on April 1, 2021), the City's general fund budget, capital improvements, and upcoming redistricting efforts.

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To apply to the program, small businesses must have at least $10,000 in commercial rent arrears accumulated due to the pandemic and meet the eligibility requirements listed below. Priority will be given to retail businesses, restaurants and personal service establishments, specifically hair salons and barber shops, nail salons, day spas and fitness studios. Grant recipients will receive a commercial rent relief grant of $10,000, paid directly to the landlord. The grant does not have to be paid back. However, both tenants and landlords are required to participate in the grant application. All businesses that meet the eligibility requirements are welcome to apply. Chamber members will not receive priority.

In addition, all residents of Contra Costa County are strongly encouraged to subscribe to the County Warning System (CWS) to receive emergency alerts via phone, text and email. CWS is one of the nation’s most modern and effective all-hazard public warning systems designed to alert the community of an emergency through multiple communication tools. To subscribe, please visit www.cwsalerts.com/registration/ As of August 2020, CWS has a new caller ID, which they recommend adding to your phone’s contact list. The new caller ID is 925-655-0195. For more information about the Community Warning System visit: www.CoCoCWS.us

Funded by Measure V sales tax revenue, the program will provide rent relief for up to 95 small businesses within the city.

Applications open Monday, April 26 at 8 a.m. and close on Friday, May 14 at 5 p.m. Applicants will receive a status notification by email on Friday, May 21. For more information about the program, click here.

Library to Reopen Rental Loans Offered Through City Program The City of Concord and Diablo Valley Federal Credit Union have partnered to provide a Rent Recovery Loan Program to help people who may have experienced difficulty paying their rent on time due to economic disruptions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is designed to help tenants and landlords eliminate or reduce back rent owed by providing a lowcost loan of up to $6,000 to tenants who owe back rent.

The Concord Library will be reopening its doors on April 26 for “Grab and Go” service! Grab and Go offers the community a chance to come inside the library to look at books and use the computers. Patrons will be asked to limit their time to 1 hour and to abide by all safety protocols. Please visit www.ccclib.org/libraries-reopen for complete details about available services, locations, and all of the safety protocols that Contra Costa County Library locations have in place.

To qualify for the loan, tenants must demonstrate an ability to repay the loan in monthly installments over five years, and to execute a loan agreement. The loan proceeds are made payable directly to the landlord to cover back rent. The landlords, in turn, agree not to evict the tenants due to back rent. If the borrowers default on the loan payments to the credit union, the credit union will assign the unpaid balance to the City for collection. To learn more about this program and apply for a loan, please visit www.diablovalleyfcu.org.

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eNewsletters (pick your interest)

925-671-3404

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Fall Guide

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