REGISTRATION & TOWN INFORMATION
REGISTRATION
Register for classes and activities online at moragarec.com or in person at Hacienda de las Flores, 2100 Donald Drive, Moraga.
Full payment is due at the time of registration. All major credit cards are accepted. Checks are payable to “Town of Moraga.”
FEE POLICY
Class fees cannot be pro-rated for participants joining after the first class.
EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS
Communication regarding classes and activities is sent via email. Please make sure your email address and communication settings are up to date on your online account. Ensure you can receive emails from recdesk@moraga.ca.us.
CANCELLATIONS
Classes/activities may be cancelled due to low enrollment, inclement weather, or instructor availability. If your class/activity is cancelled, you will be notified at least a week prior to the start date. A full refund will be given for cancellation of class/activity.
WITHDRAWAL & TRANSFER POLICY
Planning to withdraw? Don’t wait! You must request your withdrawal at least 14 days before the program starts to qualify for a credit or refund. Please note: a $12 fee per participant, per program applies. Miss the deadline? Unfortunately, no refunds or credits will be given. Also, refunds won’t be issued for missed classes or if you choose not to participate—so plan ahead! Thinking of switching courses? We can help! Just let us know at least 14 days before the start date, and we’ll process your transfer. However, keep in mind, early bird discounts won’t transfer if the registration period has ended. Any fee differences will need to be settled when transferring.
Why We Do This
We understand that plans change, but in order for our programs to run smoothly, we need ample time to prepare. By finalizing enrollments 14 days in advance, we can ensure that our staff, equipment, and materials are all in place to create the best experience for everyone. Last-minute changes create unexpected challenges that could impact the quality of the program—something we strive to avoid for your benefit.
TAX INFO
Our tax ID# 94-2275991
TOWN DEPARTMENTS Administrative
OTHER AGENCIES
TOWN COUNCIL
Meets at 5:30pm on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month in the Council Chambers
Councilmember: Term Expiration:
COMMITTEES & COMMISSIONS
Art in Public Spaces Committee
Meets at 4:00pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Hacienda de las Flores
Chair, Holly Hartz
Audit & Finance Committee
Meets at 5:00pm quarterly in the Council Chambers
Town Treasurer & Chair, Bob Kennedy
GHAD Board
Meets as needed in the Council Chambers
Chair, Current Mayor
Local Sales Tax Oversight Committee
Meets at 5:30pm, as needed, in the Council Chambers
Chair, Scott Parker
Moraga Youth Involvement Committee
Meets at 7:00pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month, September through May, at Hacienda de las Flores
Chair, Vacant
Park & Recreation Commission
Meets at 6:30pm on the 2nd Monday of each month in the Council Chambers
Chair, Graig Crossley
Planning Commission/Design Review Board
Meets at 6:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month in the Council Chambers
Chair, Alexis Mapel
MOVIES UNDER THE STARS MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
Friday Friday September 12 September 12
Friday Friday October 24* October 24*
Moraga Commons Park Moraga Commons Park
Bring a blanket and sit on the hill in front of the Bandshell
Bring a blanket and sit on the hill in front of the Bandshell
*Movie will immediately follow the Creepy Commons event
*Movie will immediately follow the Creepy Commons event
Not So CREEPY CREEPY
COMMONS COMMONS
Friday, October 24
5PM - 8:30PM
Moraga Commons
Trunk or Treat
Costume Contest
Pumpkin Painting
Movie Under the Stars
Disney’s Hocus Pocus (Movie begins at 6:30 PM)
PE R W NEFestival Festival
Letters from Santa
We've made arrangements with the elves at the North Pole to accept mail for delivery to Santa. Drop a note to Santa and receive a letter in return!
Letters can be dropped off from December 1 to December 14 in the North
Pole Mailbox located at Moraga Commons Park near the Holiday Tree. Letters must be in an envelope and have a name and return address.
Town ASEP
Town After-School Enrichment Programs
Town ASEP is back with a fresh twist on your favorite after-school activities for the 25/26 school year! These unique enrichment programs, meticulously designed to amplify your child’s skills and cater to their interests, will be open to students from all Moraga Elementary schools and those in homeschool programs.
NEW THIS YEAR – Town ASEP will be serving a second location at Los Perales Elementary School! We are excited for this opportunity, and we will do our best to ensure a seamless transition from the Los Perales PTA ASEP Program of the past into Town ASEP.
Rheem Bus Passes*: Bus service will be available if your child attends Rheem Elementary School. The Lamorinda School Bus program will add a bus stop at the Hacienda. Children with an annual bus pass purchased through the school district can use this service at no additional charge.
FALL 2025 CALENDAR
Class Start Times Hacienda/Rheem Los Perales
Mondays: 3:30pm Mondays: 3:15pm
Tuesdays: 3:30pm Tuesdays: 3:15pm
Wednesdays: 2:15pm Wednesdays: 2:00pm
Thursdays: 3:30pm Thursdays: 3:15pm
Rheem Extended Care Program: The Town understands the need for flexible childcare options. That’s why we provide an optional extended care program for families needing childcare until 5:30 pm each day. Extended care will be conveniently offered onsite at the Hacienda following dismissal from Town ASEP classes. Join us for homework time and more fun! (Minimum 4 students needed per day)
*Bus and Extended Care options are currently only available at Rheem / Hacienda ASEP. For extended care options at Los Perales, please contact the school’s Panther Club.
No Class Dates – Town ASEP follows the Moraga School District calendar. If school is not in session, ASEP will not be held. Additionally, there will be no ASEP during Parent/Teacher Conference Week, scheduled for October 20–24. For future planning purposes, there will also be no ASEP during the month of January 2026.
Location/Classroom Assignments – In the weeks leading up to the first session, we will notify parents of the specific classroom each program will be held in. Specific classroom assignments are pending confirmation from the Moraga School District.
TOWN ASEP OVERVIEW
Rheem Elementary @ Hacienda de las Flores
Game Design & Coding
Measuring Up: Baking Basics
Double Scissors
Sculpture Glee Club^
Art Glee Club^ (continued)
Los Perales Elementary
Session 1
Chess Challenge Glee Club^
Strum & Sing with Ukulele STEM Discovery using LEGO® 1-on-1 Hoops Brush Painting^ Extreme LEGO® Expedition
Chess Challenge Glee Club^ (continued)
Discovery using LEGO® 1-on-1 Hoops Brush Painting^ (continued)
Sculpture
TOWN
Measuring Up: Baking Basics
Agrarian Kitchen & Labs • K–5th grades
Young chefs will master baking basics in this hands-on class! Guided by Chef Raven, kids will use real tools, build confidence, and work in teams to tackle recipes!
Class time is 90 minutes and will end at 5:00pm
Session 1:
Rheem: Mondays, $468
Session 2:
Rheem: Mondays, $568
Materials Fee collected on the first day: $60 – cash or check made payable to Agrarian Kitchen & Labs
Chess Challenge
Berkeley Chess School • 1st–5th grades
Immerse yourself in the exciting world of chess! It’s fun, easy to learn, and builds skills in math, reading, and science—plus boosts self-esteem, patience, and good sportsmanship!
Session 1:
Los Perales: Mondays, $148
Rheem: Tuesdays, $161
Session 2:
Los Perales: Mondays, $208
Rheem: Tuesdays, $161
Double Scissors Soccer
Double Scissors Soccer • TK/K, 1st–5th grades
Join local coach Stefan Clemens (Campo Varsity Soccer) for Fall 2025 After School Soccer! All skill levels welcome! Build skills, play games, and have fun! Different sessions offered based on grade. Learn more at www.soccerdays.com.
Session 1:
Rheem: Mondays, 1st–5th, $327
Los Perales: Wednesdays, TK/K, 2:00pm–3:00pm, $327; 1st–5th, 3:10pm–4:10pm, $327
Session 2:
Los Perales: Wednesdays, TK/K, 2:00pm–3:00pm, $327; 1st–5th, 3:10pm–4:10pm, $327
Premier After-School Hoops
Premier 1-on-1 Sports • K–5th grades
In this basketball class, your student will build essential coordination and motor skills through dribbling, pivoting, catching, and shooting—core skills that translate to success in many other sports!
Session 1:
Los Perales: Tuesdays, $189
Session 2:
Los Perales: Tuesdays, $163
Premier After-School Flag Football
Premier 1-on-1 Sports • K–5th grades
Students will learn the basics of the fast-paced game of flag football! Each class will build skills in running, jumping, starting, stopping, and changing direction— all while having fun and staying active.
Session 1:
Rheem: Wednesdays, $189
Premier After-School Soccer
Premier 1-on-1 Sports • K–5th grades
Each week, students will learn different soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, and teamwork. Join the fun, build confidence, and improve your game on the field!
Session 2: Rheem: Wednesdays, $189
Intro to Karate
Shogunn Karate Academy
Join our Intro to Karate class for a fun and active journey into martial arts! Taught by Lamorinda’s own Sensei Jordan Gunn, a 2nd-degree black belt with 14 years of experience. Build skills, confidence, and strength!
Session 1:
Los Perales: Thursdays, $245
Session 2: Los Perales: Thursdays, $245
Strum & Sing with Ukes!
Megan Dey-Toth • 1st–5th grades
Join us for a playful introduction to the ukulele! Students will learn basic strumming patterns, common chords, and simple songs using 1-2-3 chord progressions. We’ll mix in fun games and group strumming to keep things lively and engaging.
Students must bring their own ukuleles. Lamorinda Music carries a wide selection of affordable options.
Session 1:
Los Perales: Mondays, $180
Session 2: Rheem: Mondays, $211
Glee Club
MCVT • K–3rd grades
Love to sing? In this fun class, students learn songs from popular movies and musicals while building vocal and performance skills. Create props, rehearse, and shine in a final showcase with friends!
Sessions 1 & 2 Combined:
Los Perales: Mondays, $436
Rheem: Thursdays, $436
No-Mess Sculpture
A–Z Creativity LLC • K–3rd grades
Participants will gain explorational experience in a variety of sculpture materials and processes including recycled sculpture, soft sculpture, wire sculpture, and air-dry clay. Your child will learn about artists who employ these techniques and have opportunities to experiment and combine processes to make art that is meaningful to them. The open-ended format of this class allows your child to build concrete knowledge and skills while employing creativity as they problem solve, ideate, and imagine!
Session 1:
Rheem/Hacienda: Thursdays, $218
Session 2:
Los Perales: Thursdays, $218
Brush Painting
Pang Yen Chou
Tuesdays: 3rd–5th grades Wednesdays: TK-3rd grades
This class introduces students to the expressive world of brush painting. Whether you’re interested in traditional East Asian techniques or modern interpretations, this hands-on course will teach you the basics of brush handling, color application, and personal style development. Students will complete projects encompassing painting cartoon figures and landscapes.
Sessions 1 & 2 Combined: Los Perales: Tuesdays, $473 Los Perales: Wednesdays, $509
Design Lab: Wearable Art
A–Z Creativity LLC • K–3rd grades
Work with metal, felt, paper, beads, charms, and more! In this design-centered class, your child will learn concrete techniques and skills for making different types of wearable art including jewelry, keychains, and accessories in a variety of materials. Your child will learn and practice steps of the design process, allowing them to take their knowledge and fuse it with creativity to make one-of-a-kind functional art that is as unique as they are.
Session 1:
Los Perales: Thursdays, $218
Session 2:
Rheem/Hacienda: Thursdays, $218
$35 materials fee due at the first class
$35 materials fee due at the first class
Craft Club
Town Staff • K–5th grades
Have your child join other Moraga students with hands-on arts & craft projects that your child will create in this in-house workshop-style program! Think it! Make it! Take it!
Session 1:
Rheem: Tuesdays, “Once Upon a Craft”, $182
Session 2:
Rheem: Tuesdays, “Scary to Merry Workshops!”, $156
Games Design & Coding
Lando Interactive • 1st–3rd grades
Each class features open-ended creative challenges for students to build and share. Learn more complex programming concepts while building stories and games. After class, parents get links to creations so kids can keep building at home.
Session 1:
Rheem: Mondays, $199
Session 2: Los Perales: Tuesdays, $233
Extreme LEGO® Expedition
Bricks4Kidz • K–4th grades
LEGO® Adventure awaits! Embark on an epic journey exploring deep oceans, towering mountains, and vast deserts! Campers build motorized jeeps and creative vehicles to navigate extreme terrain while dodging wild animals and man-eating plants!
Session 1: Los Perales: Wednesdays, $240
Session 2: Los Perales: Wednesdays, $240
STEM Discovery using LEGO®
Playwell TEK-nologies • K–5th grades
Unleash your creativity with tens of thousands of LEGO® pieces at your fingertips! Build engineerdesigned projects as you discover the world around us through our inquiry-based learning model. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that both new and returning students can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system.
Session 1:
Los Perales: Tuesdays, $245
Rheem/Hacienda: Wednesdays, $286
Session 2: Los Perales: Tuesdays, $245
Rheem/Hacienda: Wednesdays, $286
Math Quest
Mathnasium of Moraga-Orinda • 1st–5th grades
Mathnasium makes math fun and rewarding! Students get a personalized plan, intuitive and engaging methods, and 1:1 instruction. Progress is tracked and prizes earned—building confidence and strong foundations in a supportive, small-group setting. Sessions 1 & 2 Combined: Los Perales: Thursdays, $626
YOUTH CLASSES
Super Soccer Stars
Soccer Stars Contra Costa • Ages 1–5
Pre-Soccer Movement Class
12–24 months
Our coaches and puppet friends Mimi & Pepe guide toddlers through fun physical activities using play-based games and original music to develop pre-soccer skills. Each player will receive a Super Soccer Stars jersey at the first class!
Learn more: www.soccerstars.com/contracosta
Sundays, 9/7–11/2 (9 classes), 9:00am–9:40am, $343R/$363NR
Sundays, 11/9–12/14 (5 classes), 9:00am–9:40am, $206R/$226NR
No class on 11/23
Location: Moraga Commons - Grass Area Min/max: 4/13
Super Soccer Stars Tots
Ages 2–3
Our 2–3s program introduces physical activities with rich language exposure. Kids learn running, hopping, jumping and basic soccer skills through themed fun in each class. Each player receives a Super Soccer Stars jersey at the first class!
Sundays, 9/7–11/2 (9 classes), 9:50am–10:30am, $343R/$363NR
Sundays, 11/9–12/14 (5 classes), 9:50am–10:30am, $206R/$226NR
No class on 11/23
Location: Moraga Commons - Grass Area Min/max: 4/15
Super Soccer Stars Tots 2
Ages 3–4
Our 3–4s program enhances ball comfort and soccer skills like dribbling, shooting and passing. Fun partner activities teach teamwork, sharing and respect while boosting athleticism! Each player will receive a Super Soccer Stars jersey at the first class!
Sundays, 9/7–11/2 (9 classes), 10:40am–11:20am, $343R/$363NR
Sundays, 11/9–12/14 (5 classes), 10:40am–11:20am, $206R/$226NR
No class on 11/23
Location: Moraga Commons - Grass Area Min/max: 4/16
Super Soccer Stars FUNdamentals
Ages 4–5
Our 4–5s program takes soccer skills to the next level! Kids learn juggling, teamwork and impressive moves through engaging activities that boost confidence and ignite passion. Each player will receive a Super Soccer Stars jersey at the first class!
Sundays, 9/7–11/2 (9 classes), 11:30am–12:15pm, $343R/$363NR
Sundays, 11/9–12/14 (5 classes), 11:30am–12:15pm, $206R/$226NR
No class on 11/23
Location: Moraga Commons - Grass Area Min/max: 4/16
Hoopster Tots
Skyhawks Sports • Ages 3–4
Bring your child’s love for basketball to life with Skyhawks Hoopster Tots! This fun, engaging program uses dynamic games to teach dribbling, passing, shooting, coordination, and more—while building confidence and a love for the game in a supportive, play-based environment!
Tuesdays, 9/7–10/7 (6 classes), 5:30pm–6:30pm, $187R/$207NR
Tuesdays, 10/27–12/9 (7 classes), 5:30pm–6:30pm, $223R/$243NR
Location: Los Perales Elementary Min/max: 6/14
Volleyball Clinic Skills & Scrimmages
Skyhawks Sports • Ages 8–12
Get ready for an exhilarating experience where young athletes build skills and confidence through the power of play! Each day features a 45-minute clinic to develop passing, setting, hitting, and serving—followed by 30 minutes of exciting scrimmages in a fun, game-day atmosphere!
Tuesdays, 9/7–10/7 (6 classes), 6:30pm–7:45pm, $197R/$217NR
Tuesdays, 10/27–12/9 (7 classes), 6:30pm–7:45pm, $234R/$254NR
Location: Los Perales Elementary
Min/max: 8/20
Splashball
Lamorinda Water Polo • Ages 5–9
Designed for girls and boys, ages 5 to 9, with little or no water polo experience. The players will learn the basics of the game while having loads of fun. Splashball is a no-contact program held in a shallow pool and floatation devices are available. Students should have basic swim skills: 25 yards free, 25 yards backstroke, 30 seconds tread water.
Sundays, 9/7–10/5 (5 classes), 5:00pm–6:00pm, $156R/$176NR
Location: Miramonte High School Swim Center
Min/max: 25/100
Autumn Bites & Delights
Agrarian Community Kitchen and Labs
Ages 5–14
Join us for a cozy afternoon of baking and tasting! Make mini apple pies, vanilla steamers, and chocolate chip pumpkin cookies—fall flavors at their best! Wear close-toed shoes and long hair should be tied back.
Learn more: agrarianckl.org
Saturday, 11/15, 10:00am–1:00pm, $83 + $20 materials fee due to instructor
Location: Hacienda de las Flores – La Sala Min/max: 3/18
Holly Jolly Bakers
Agrarian Community Kitchen and Labs
Ages 5–12
In this winter workshop, little chefs will create Hot Cocoa Bombs, Sugar Cookie Cupcakes, and Gingerbread Tiramisu while building confidence, making friends, and having fun! Wear close-toed shoes and long hair should be tied back.
Learn more: agrarianckl.org
Saturday, 12/6, 10:00am–1:00pm, $83 + $20 materials fee due to instructor
Location: Hacienda de las Flores – La Sala Min/max: 3/18
Boo-tiful Bakes
Agrarian Community Kitchen and Labs
Ages 5–12
Get ready for three hours of spooky, silly fun! Make Witch’s Brew, Poison Apples, and Haunted House Brownies, then decorate your pastry box with creepycute stickers and art! Wear close-toed shoes and long hair should be tied back.
Learn more: agrarianckl.org
Saturday, 10/25, 10:00am–1:00pm, $83 + $20 materials fee due to instructor
Location: Hacienda de las Flores – La Sala Min/max: 3/18
ADULT CLASSES
Virtual Driver’s Education
Bay Area Driving School • Ages 15+
Complete your driver’s ed requirement with a LIVE instructor because a real teacher often provides a more effective learning experience. Our course is designed to give you the knowledge and foundation you need to be a safe, responsible driver. This class meets on Zoom. At-home assignments are also required for a certificate of completion.
*FREE access to permit practice test questions as extra study material.
**Option to take full course online at your own pace available for $52. Register for the self-paced class at anytime.
Online
Saturdays, 10/4–10/25
Daily, 11/24–11/28 (No class 11/27) Daily, 12/22–12/27 (No class 12/24, 12/25) 9:00am–12:00pm $244R/$264NR
Beginning Obedience
Get Ready! Dogs, LLC • Ages 18+
This beginning obedience class will build a strong foundation of basic commands and good manners. The last session of this class will offer the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test. This class will lay the foundation for the following Therapy Dog Class. Please bring your dog’s favorite treats!
Wednesdays, 9/3–10/22 (8 classes), 6:30pm–7:45pm, $208R/$228NR
Location: Casita Min/max: 3/12
Introductory Therapy Dog Training
Get Ready! Dogs, LLC • Ages 18+
This class will build on training foundations as well as introduce new therapy-specific cues and skills. This class will not include a therapy dog certification, but it will prepare you for the certification evaluation. Please bring your dog’s favorite treats!
Wednesdays, 10/29–12/17 (8 classes), 6:30pm–7:45pm, $234R/$254NR
Location: Casita Min/max: 3/8
Gentle Yoga Flow
Jenny Runckel • Ages 18+
We will flow through yoga poses while working on breath to increase strength, flexibility, balance, and body awareness while ocusing on whole-self well-being.
For all levels of experience beginning to advanced. Bring your mat, water bottle, and a smile.
Learn more: yogawithjenny.my.canva.site
Mondays, 9/8–10/20 (7 classes), 9:00am–10:00am Mondays, 10/27–12/15 (7 classes), 9:00am–10:00am No class 11/24
Location: Hacienda de las Flores – La Sala Min/max: 5/14
Introduction to Sourdough Baking — From “Starter” to Finish
Victoria Dunlap • Ages 14+
Delve into the art and science of sourdough baking in this hands-on workshop that aims to demystify the sourdough process and make it more approachable for at-home bakers!
Learn more: sourdoughfromstartertofinish.com
Sunday, 11/23, 2:00pm–4:30pm, $98
Location: Casita
Min/max: 12/24
Tai Chi
Rita Ding • Ages 18+
Tai Chi is MUCH more than the stereotype of senior citizens waving their hands in the park. Instructor, Rita Ding, has 8 years of Tai Chi teaching experience, and has even spent 3 years alongside world-famous Master Chen, who is the 11th generation of Chen Styles Tai Chi. Rita teaches the full Chen practice for your whole body. Research shows Tai Chi practice improves our overall health, not to mention coordination, balance and reduction of anxiety, depression and stress.
Thursdays, 9/25–10/30 (6 Classes), 7:00pm–8:00pm, $156
Thursdays, 11/6–12/18 (6 Classes), 7:00pm–8:00pm, $156 No Class 11/27
Fridays, 9/26–10/31 (6 Classes), 9:00am–10am, $156 Fridays, 11/7–12/19 (6 Classes), 9:00am–10am, $156 No Class 11/28
Location: Hacienda de las Flores – Casita Min/Max: 5/12
Chair Yoga
Maria Martinez • Ages 55+
Gentle chair-based yoga to stretch, strengthen, and soothe your body. Supportive, fun, and made for seasoned movers! Breathe, move, and feel better together. Wear comfortable clothing, props (blocks, seat cushion) are welcome but not required.
Tuesdays, 9/2–10/28 (9 classes), 10:00am–11:00am, $187R/$207NR
Tuesdays, 11/4–12/16 (5 classes), 10:00am–11:00am, $104R/$124NR No class 11/11 and 11/25
Thursdays, 9/4–10/30 (9 classes), 10:00am–11:00am, $187R/$207NR
Thursdays, 11/6–12/18 (6 classes), 10:00am–11:00am, $124R/$144NR No class 11/27
Location: Hacienda de las Flores – La Sala • Min/max: 6/14
Body and Brain Fitness Level 1
Maria Martinez • Ages 55+
L1=Steady Steps
Move, laugh, and challenge yourself gently! This fun small group class includes balance drills, strength moves, and playful games at a relaxed, steady pace. Wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes.
Fridays, 9/5–10/31 (9 classes), 9:30am–10:30am, $243R/$263NR
Fridays, 11/7–12/19 (6 classes), 9:30am–10:30am, $162R/$182NR No class 11/28
Body and Brain Fitness
Level 2
Maria Martinez • Ages 55+
L2=Confident Steps
Ready for more? This upbeat small-group class features balance drills, strength moves, and obstacle-style games for a fun, full-body brain and body challenge! Wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes.
Fridays, 9/5–10/31 (9 classes), 10:45am–11:45am, $243R/$263NR
Fridays, 11/7–12/19 (6 classes), 10:45am–11:45am, $162R/$182NR No class 11/28
Location: Hacienda de las Flores – La Sala Min/max: 3/6
SENIOR SENIOR
MORNING MINGLE
FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
Hacienda de las Flores 9:30am - 11:00am
This is a free event, but please register to RSVP. www.moragarec.com (925) 888-7037
Senior Day Trips
September 17, 2025
CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES $96
Join us for an unforgettable day at one of San Francisco’s most iconic cultural institutions! The California Academy of Sciences is a world-renowned natural history museum, aquarium, planetarium, and rainforest all under one living roof. // This trip includes general admission to explore the museum’s many exhibits at your own pace, including the living rooftop, the Steinhart Aquarium, and the Osher Rainforest. We’ve also reserved special seating for a show in the Morrison Planetarium— one of the largest and most advanced domes in the world!
October 22, 2025
VI SATTUI, Napa Valley $135
Get to know the iconic Vi Sattui Winery along with our mission for sustainable grape growing and winemaking practices. Guests are educated on the birth of the Napa Valley Ag Preserve and what it means to be a responsible steward of the land. Learn about the rebirth of V. Sattui in St. Helena after its closure due to Prohibition. Your tour concludes with a complimentary tasting flight for each guest from our top-tier portfolio of award-winning wines. // Our artisan deli carries everything you could ever want for a picnic, including sandwiches, charcuterie, cheeses, salads, house-made desserts, and gelato to pair with our extensive portfolio of wines. (Lunch is at your own expense.)
November 12, 2025
SAFARI
WEST, Santa Rosa $211
Step into the heart of Africa—right here in Sonoma County. Climb aboard a safari vehicle and journey alongside giraffes, rhinos, zebras, cape buffalo, and wildebeest on an unforgettable openair tour through Safari West. Wander through our lush aviary, meet curious lemurs, and spot cheetahs as you explore winding trails across our 400-acre preserve. // More than just a wildlife park, Safari West is a living celebration of conservation. From the fight to protect rhinos to the revival of endangered antelopes, every visit helps us share these powerful stories—and keep them alive for generations to come. Host Lunch at the Savannah Cafe.
December TBD MOULIN ROUGE, Orpheum Theatre
Date and Price TBD. Registration will open October 15th
Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. Directed by Tony Award® winner Alex Timbers, MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is a theatrical celebration of Truth, Beauty, Freedom, and — above all — Love. MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL is more than a musical — it is a state of mind. Date and Price TBD.
SENIOR PROGRAMS
Have You Heard of the Lamorinda Spirit Van?
Lamorinda Spirit Van has been providing affordable, door to and through door transportation to Moraga Seniors since June 2006. We go anywhere in Lamorinda, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord and Martinez!
To register, reserve a ride or learn more, contact us at (925) 283-3534.
Volunteer Drivers Needed—Make a Meaningful Difference!
Drive once a week—or every other week—and change a life! The Lamorinda Spirit Van is looking for compassionate, reliable volunteer drivers to help local seniors stay independent and connected. Just one morning or afternoon a week (or every other week) can make a huge impact—providing rides to medical appointments, grocery stores, social outings, and more.
We provide training, flexible scheduling, and the joy of knowing you’re making your community stronger— one ride at a time.
Ready to help? Contact Riki at (925) 283-3534 or rjuster@lovelafayette.org
Not able to drive? You can still support the Spirit Van! Your donation helps cover fuel, vehicle maintenance, and other critical program needs. Every dollar helps us keep seniors moving safely and affordably.
How to Donate:
Scan the QR code or visit www.LoveLafayette.org/donate. Please make checks payable to City of Lafayette and write Lamorinda Spirit Van in the memo line.
Mail to:
Lamorinda Spirit Van, 500 Saint Mary’s Road, Lafayette, CA 94549
Lamorinda Village Events
SWELL (Senior Wellness) Center at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
• Open to anyone 65+ who would like to stop by for coffee, tea, snacks, and conversation. New to town? Lived here many years? Interested in meeting new friends? Come Join Us!
• Drop in – no registration required.
• Tuesdays 10:00am–12 noon (Fall Hours)
Costco & Beyond Shopping Shuttle
• Hitch a ride to Costco in Concord and avoid the parking lot. Receive help loading and unloading your bulky items. All riders must be registered with our partner, Lamorinda Spirit Van, and have a valid Costco membership.
• Last Tuesday of the month (holiday exceptions)
• $20 round trip (free for Lamorinda Village members)
• Must register through the Lamorinda Spirit Van at 925-283-3534
Don’s Golden Happy Hour
Join new and old friends alike at Don’s Golden Happy Hour hosted by Lamorinda Village. Held monthly at different venues in Lamorinda, this event offers appetizers (provided by Lamorinda Village and sponsors) and no-host beverages. Please contact Lamorinda Village at info@lamorindavillage.org or (925) 283-3500 to sign up. Details provided upon reservation confirmation.
• 2nd Tuesday of the month
• Time and Location to be shared upon confirmation
Friday Village Conversations
Want to know more about retirement finances? Curious about innovations in CPR? Looking to improve your balance? Lamorinda Village hosts this drop-in lecture series covering a wide array of topics, some relate to aging, some simply informative and educations, all presented by experts in their fields. A question and answer period follows each presentation. These presentations are ongoing every Friday at 10 a.m. on Zoom. For information about upcoming events and Village Conversation topics, visit: www.lamorindavillage.org/events.
Friends of the Moraga Library
In case you haven’t heard, our popular FALL BOOK SALE is just around the corner and you do not want to miss this huge semi-annual community event!
• Saturday, October 4, at the Moraga Library, 1500 St. Mary’s Road
• Sale hours from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm
• Famous $5.00 bag sale beginning at 12:00 noon
• Incredibly discounted prices ranging from 50 cents to $5.00 max
• Thousands of Adult, Teen, and Children’s books—fiction/non-fiction in both hardcover and paperback
The Friends of the Moraga Library is an allvolunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to the financial support of the Moraga Library and service to the local community. Funds raised through membership, donations, and book sales are used to underwrite library enrichment programs, as well as to purchase new books and other major library requests.
Many thanks to those who are already FRIENDS! Not a friend yet? Please consider becoming a new member, as your tax-deductible contribution will make an important difference in our community. For more information regarding the ways to join and/or volunteer, please go to www.ccclib.org/ mor-friends or email us at FOML94556@gmail.com
MEF: For the Schools
If you asked most people why they moved to Moraga, they’d say “for the schools.”
But did you know that Moraga’s schools are among the LOWEST-FUNDED in California and that state funding only provides enough for the basics?
For almost 45 years, the Moraga community has shown its commitment to high-quality public education by supporting the Moraga Education Foundation (MEF).
Make your contribution today to ensure that today’s students receive more than just the basics and that Moraga schools continue to be a point of pride for our community!
Contribute at moragaeducation.org/ how-you-can-help-1
What Is Happening in Moraga This Week?
The best place to find out is in your copy of The MCN Link. You don’t get this twice-a-month e-bulletin? That is quickly solved! Go to our website at www.MCNMoraga.org and click on the blue button to subscribe with your email address.
You’ll find that The MCN Link will keep you up to date on:
• what community events are happening, like the Pear and Wine Festival
• music and theatrical events at Saint Mary’s College, Town Hall Theatre, and Campolindo
• when a service club is offering take-out dinners
• Town Council discussion topics
• and so much more!
Help us celebrate our 20th anniversary by stopping by our booth at the Pear and Wine Festival on September 27! We’ll have something special for everyone.
If you’re looking for a new way to connect with others in Moraga or contribute to the life of our town this fall, check out the OPPORTUNITIES FOR INVOLVEMENT page on the MCN website, which, by the way, has many other types of valuable community resources.
Moraga Historical Society
The Moraga Historical Society will be celebrating its 60th Anniversary this October, and it’s never too late to become a member. For only $20 for single or $30 for family, you will receive our informative quarterly newsletters and free admission to our wonderful speaker series. Learn not only about Moraga’s past, but the surrounding area’s history from knowledgeable experts.
Our membership is growing, and so is our website. Newly added features include interviews with Voices of the Past. Missed a Newsletter? We have them archived. Our online Photo & Slide Catalog contains rare pictures that bring the Town’s history to life. In the mood for some exercise? Take a stroll through time with our Walking Tour that brings you to some of Moraga’s historic locations. All this and more is available on our website at Moragahistory.org.
The Moraga Parks Foundation
Our Mission: The Moraga Park Foundation (MPF) was founded in 1976 and as a charitable organization raises funds to support our mission “to create a sense of a Moraga Community by enhancing recreational, cultural, and educational activities while improving the park facilities in the Town of Moraga.”
What we support each year:
• Summer Concerts (look for the 2025 Schedule in this guide)
• Pear Harvest Pear & Wine Festival
• Hacienda Nights Movies Under the Stars
• Summer Camp scholarships
Additionally, we and ASEP provide financial support for Town and Community projects such as:
• bandshell improvements
• Moraga Garden Club projects
• pear tree pruning
• ADA picnic area & restrooms
The Future
MPF is looking for board and committee members as we focus on expanding our financial support for targeted projects that enhance our parks. If interested please visit www.moragaparks.org/ volunteer for more information. Donations are critical to our work so we hope you will consider sponsoring a concert or making an individual donation. Visit www.moragaparks.org/donate or www.moragaparks.org for more information.
Rescue 1 Foundation
When most people think of their local fire district emergency services, they probably picture fire engines and ambulances. The men and women of the Moraga Orinda Fire District, however, have a wide array of skills beyond medical issues and firefighting. One of those skills recently used is rescuing people trapped in steep terrain. The Rescue 1 Foundation is proud to have provided equipment and training for our first responders so they can quickly and effectively rescue someone in need. Through donations from community members like you, the Rescue 1 Foundation recently purchased new-and-improved roping harnesses for existing equipment and provided funds for the training needed to execute these rescues in canyons and steep embankments. This makes rescues faster and easier!
Come by our table at the MOFD Open House at Station 41 on Saturday, October 4, to see equipment we have purchased with community donations!
CERT – Upcoming Fall Class
We encourage Lamorinda residents to attend the Fall series of CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) classes beginning September 11, 2026 at the Orinda Community Center. This class series covers important topics such as disaster preparedness, emergency medical aid, GMRS radio use, fire extinguisher use, cribbing and light search and rescue. No experience is necessary, and the material taught could be life saving should a disaster occur in our area. Classes are held on Thursday nights from 6:30 – 9:30pm and run from 9/11–11/6. To register for this class series go to classes.lamorindacert.org.
Rotary Club of Moraga
Our Club is celebrating it’s 58th year serving the community of Moraga. We support many excellent community organizations such as MEF, Food Bank, Moraga Citizens Network, Chamber of Commerce, and Moraga schools, and participate in some international projects as well. In the 1980s, Rotary International initiated and continues to guide “Polio Plus”, the worldwide effort to eradicate
polio, which is close to success. We built the All-Access Playground at the Moraga Commons, and last year, our donations helped fund the Moraga Commons picnic area improvements. We have awarded scholarships to some Campolindo seniors, and we sponsor Scout Troop 246 in Moraga and six Odyssey of the Mind teams from Moraga schools, and we sponsor and advise the Interact Club at Campolindo. We continue to support the water and library project in Goma in Congo, Africa, and have completed the community center project in Sierra Leone, Africa. We have renewed the popular Field Day, a track & field meet for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders in Moraga schools, and have participated in Moraga Community Service Day. We will hold two e-waste/shredding collection events again this year at the Moraga Shopping Center in our 16th year of providing this vital community service.
Moraga Rotary meets for lunch most Tuesdays at La Finestra restaurant. For membership questions or further information, check out moragarotary.org or call 925-376-5137.
