Spring/Summer 2015 Activity Guide

ActivityGuide Spring/Summer 2015

Register online! www.santarosarec.com Para informacion en Español, vea pagina 92

Fun Community Events!

SCAN to access online registration

Pencil them all into your calendar! pg. 3-5

Hit the Pool!

Open swim, lessons, water aerobics & more. pg. 76 – 88

Day Camps for Every Kid!

Lots of spring & summer break options! pg. 22-23 & 27-40

Use our handy index to find exactly what you’re looking for! pg. 104

• Teens, Adults, Seniors • Beginners, Brush Ups, Evaluations • Patient, DMV Certified Instructors • Clean, Safe DMV Certified Vehicles • Appts 7 Days a Week

• Monthly 4 Day Driver Ed Class or • Online at MyCaliforniaPermit.com • Anxious Drivers Welcome • Smoke Free Environment • Locally Owned and Operated Since 1997

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Lil’ Kickers is a non-competitive introductory soccer, skills and child development program.

Sign up anytime at a prorated price.

We also offer: • Skills Institute for ages 7-12 • Birthday and Team Parties • Play Dates for Mother’s Clubs • Field Trips for schools and other groups

www.playsportscity.com • 707-526-2884 • 921 Piner Road, Santa Rosa • 6700 Stony Point Road, Cotati

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Advertising Class & Activity Questions Phone Registration System “Adventure Line” TDD For Hearing & Speech Impaired (Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, Alternate Friday: closed)

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Art Exhibits 7-9 Boating & Sailing 41-42 Community Events 3-5 Department Information 90-93 Differently Abled Adult Programs 89 Howarth Park 2 Luther Burbank Home & Garden 6 Plan a Birthday Party 91 Parks, Facilities & Rentals 1, 90 Picnic Reservations 93 Volunteer 96

543-3745

Active Adults (50+) Programs

543-3276 activityguide@srcity.org 543-3003 543-3289

Community Centers Bennett Valley Senior Center (Open Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm) Finley Community Center (Open Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm; Sat 9am-11am) Person Senior Wing (Open Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm) Steele Lane Community Center (Front Desk Open Mon-Fri, 8:30am-12:30pm-Alternate Friday: closed)

545-8608

543-3282

Pools Finley Aquatic Center (Open Mon-Fri, 6am-6pm; Sat, 9am-1pm; Sun, 11:30am-1:30pm) Ridgway Swim Center (Mon-Fri, 9:30am-2pm; Sat, 9am-12pm)

543-3760 543-3421

Sports Sports Desk (Open Mon-Thu, 3-7pm, Fri, 3-5pm) Current Field Conditions Report (Updated Mon thru Fri at 3pm)

543-3281 543-3474

Rentals Facility Rental Information Message Line (Available 24 hours) 543-3733 rentfinley@srcity.org Rent Finley Community Center Rent Person Senior Wing rentfinleyseniorcenter@srcity.org Rent Steele Lane Community Center rentsteele@srcity.org Rent Bennett Valley Senior Center rentseniorcenter@srcity.org Rent Deturk Round Barn rentdeturkroundbarn@srcity.org Rent Church of One Tree rentchurchofonetree@srcity.org Group picnics in-person reservations at Finley Comm. Center (Mon, Wed & Fri, 10am-4:30pm) 543-3753

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Adult (18+) Programs

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Arts & Crafts Business & Computers Cooking Dance Health & Fitness Music Safety Education & Self Defense Special Interest Sports

Aquatics

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Youth Programs Dance Drama Fitness & Sports Horsemanship Neighborhood Services Special Interest Tot classes Tot Camps Spring Camps Summer Camps

Eight-year-old Michael Bjork takes the plunge down the 140-foot waterslide at Ridgway Swim Center during public swim. Public swim is just one of the many ways you can splash around at the pool this spring and summer. Learn more about all of our programs offered at both Ridgway Swim Center and Finley Aquatic Center beginning on page 76.

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Registration Information Registration/Refunds Registration Form Index

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Facility Information Public Swim Hours Swim Lessons Water Fitness Classes

Park Division Offices (Open Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, Alternate Friday: closed))

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Classes Drop-In Programs Senior Center Information Special Events

Parks Maintenance & Street Trees 543-3770

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H O WA R T H PA R K Howarth Community Park www.howarthpark.com

THINGS TO DO

Come visit Howarth Park, the “jewel” of Santa Rosa. This 152-acre community park provides endless recreational opportunities with a beautiful lake for fishing & boating, a softball field, tennis courts, picnic areas, unique playground structures, miles of hiking and jogging trails, and the K-Land amusement area featuring a miniature train ride, carousel, animal barn & pony rides.

K-Land Attractions Rides

Take a ride on the train or carousel or bounce in the jump house.

Tickets $2 Ticket Book $40/25 tickets

Ponies

630 Summerfield Rd 707 543-3425 Email: howarthpark@srcity.org Take City Bus #8, 4, 7

Open 7 days a week Sunrise – Sunset

Ride around the corral in an outdoor setting! Maximum weight limit of 100 lb/rider. $4/ 1 lap $7/2 laps $35/10 ticket pony pass Horsemanship classes offered on page 20.

Boathouse and K-Land Rides and Snack Bar*

Land of Imagination

SPRING/SUMMER HOURS Trails, Playgrounds, Fishing

The unique playground offers kids “A Walk through Time” where you can dig for dinosaur bones, watch a volcano erupt, stroll the streets of Old West Town, or conquer the giant net climber.

Spring Hours: Sat & Sun 11am-5pm K-Land: February 7 – June 7 Boathouse: March 7 – June 7 Also open: Presidents’ Day February 16 Spring Break March 23-26 Easter April 5 (from 1-5pm only) Memorial Day May 25

Animal Barn

During our summer season stop by the Animal Barn and pet the animals. Open June 13 – August 20 Tickets $2 (purchase at train station window)

Summer Hours: Sat – Sun 11am-5pm Mon – Thurs 11am-4:30pm (closed Fridays) K-Land & Boathouse: June 13 – August 20 *Rides are closed on rainy days. Call the Train Station after 9am on the day of your visit to confirm, (707) 543-3425.

ACTIVITIES IN THE PARK Boating and Sailing Birthday Parties Camp Wa-Tam Mountain Bike Races Pony Classes Summer Work Experience Fishing Events HowEarth Day Celebratioin Picnic Site Reservations

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Sponsorship Opportunities - if you are interested in sponsoring an event or our Movie in the Park Series contact us at howarthpark@srcity.org

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Lake Ralphine Boat and Sailing

Paddleboats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, rowboats and paddle boards are available for rent. $5 - $12/hour Much more boating & sailing infomation, including classes on pages 41-42.

Fishing

Lake Ralphine is stocked regularly by California Fish and Game with trout, bluegill, bass and catfish. All California Department of Fish and Game regulations are in effect. Fishing License is required!

Register at santarosarec.com

CO M M U N I T Y E V E N T S February 4th Wednesday, February –August, 6-9pm NEW

Open Mic Night at the Church of One Tree Experience an evening at Santa Rosa’s landmark designation, The Church of One Tree, located at 492 Sonoma Avenue in downtown Santa Rosa. Bring your guitar, your script, or even your top hat and magic wand and enjoy an evening full of encouragement and support. This is a program for performers of all ages and skill levels, allowing the whole family to enjoy the evening together. You may bring a brown-bag dinner and we will have limited refreshments available for purchase. All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Open Mic Night is the fourth Wednesday of the month and cost is $5/ person at the door. Dates: February 25, March 25, April 22, May 27, June 24, July 22, Aug 26

February 28, 2015

Fourth Annual Crab Feed at Finley Join us for a fabulous evening benefitting Recreation & Parks’ Senior Programs. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat crab and trimmings dinner with dessert and a raffle! You will receive one complimentary drink; additional beverages available for purchase. Event is from 6-9pm at Finley Community center and cost is $45. Doors open at 5:30pm. 6pm dinner is served. Register early, this event sells out! Register online using barcode #72015.

March 14

Kids Fishing in the City Come to Lake Ralphine for a morning of family fishing. Thirtyminute “Learn to Fish” clinics will be offered which will cover all the basics. Loaner rods provided. Children should be 5 years and older and must be accompanied by adults. Fishing licenses are required for adults 16 years and older to fish. Licenses are not required to assist your child. Sign up near the Lake Ralphine Boat House.

This event is sponsored in part by the California Dept. of Fish and Game and the Santa Rosa Firefighters Association. 9-11am, Lake Ralphine, Howarth Park, 630 Summerfield Road. This is a free event!

March 15

Kids Fishing Derby Don’t miss our annual Fishing Derby at Lake Ralphine in Howarth Park. Prizes will be awarded for biggest catch for multiple age groups and the first 100 participants will receive a 2015 Fishing Derby patch. Youth, 15 and younger, can register near the Boathouse on the day of the event. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No boat fishing for contest participants.

Must bring your own equipment. This event is sponsored in part by the Santa Rosa Firefighters Association. 7:30-10:30am, $3 per participant.

March March 13 - 22

Fairies of Boglewood Enjoy this wonderful Theater Production presented by Actors’ Theater for Children. Come watch this classic fairytale at the Dohn Theater in Steele Lane Community Center. Young attendees are welcome to dress in their favorite fairytale attire. Tickets are $5 and are sold at the door an hour prior to each performance.

Show times: March13 @7pm March 14 @ 1pm & 3:30pm March 15 @ 3pm

March 20 @ 7pm March 21 @ 1pm & 3:30pm March 22 @ 3pm

March 14

Arbor Day Tree Planting Party Join us to recognize Arbor Day and Luther Burbank’s Birthday!

Help us plant several trees in the park and then stick around to enjoy a little birthday cake!

This family event will go on rain or shine. Dress in weather and gardening appropriate clothing.

Event is from 9am-12pm; Rincon Valley Community Park. Visit santarosarec.com for more details.

Recreation information 543-3737

March 15

St. Patrick’s Day Run/Walk Join us for the fourth annual St. Patrick’s Day Walk/Run! Proceeds benefit Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks pools. Race time is 3pm in Juilliard Park. There will be a commemorative mug for all participants. Get details and register online at www.santarosarec.com.

Post-race festivities include free beer or root beer mug fill-up for all racers, judged costume contest, live music, prize drawing, booth activities, giveaways and food trucks.

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CO M M U N I T Y E V E N T S April April 4

Spring Egg Hunt for Tots Children ages 5 and under bring your favorite baskets and join in this annual hunt for eggs at Howarth Park on the softball field! Tots can also visit or take a picture with the bunny, pet baby farm animals and make a springtime craft. Refreshments and snacks for sale. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will be available starting March 9th at Finley Community Center or online at santarosarec.com. *Note: Tots should bring their own baskets. In case of rain, event moved to Howarth Park gazebo.

Age Sessions: 3 years and under (2 adults max with child), 10am OR 10:45am 4 and 5 years old (NO adults on field), 11:30am

April 7

Santa Rosa Historic Tour on Rosie the Trolley - Hometown Parks The parks of Santa Rosa have great histories and unique features.

Come on a two-hour tour on Rosie the Trolley to learn about our unique park treasures. We’ll find out which park was the site of the first City high school, where a mansion was torn down for a park, which benefactor has his name on a park he never saw, learn about the family that left Santa Rosa 70 years ago and has endowed a new park, and which park Luther Burbank experimental tree still graces today. Rosie will pick up participants at Howarth Park near the snack bar. $20/person; register at santarosarec.com and use barcode #75656

April 11

Vintage Rose and Historic Flora Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery Two docent-led walking tours will be offered: one about the vintage roses that call the Rural Cemetery home, and the other exploring historic and native plants. Take home a rare rose at the plant sale! Meet at the Franklin Gate. Docent-led walking tours leave every 20 minutes from 10-11am. Admission is free – donations appreciated.

April 16

Recreation & Parks Volunteer Appreciation Event This event celebrates the contributions our Recreation & Parks volunteers have made throughout the past year in making our parks and programs better! 6pm, De Turk Round Barn. Visit www. srcity.org/parksvolunteer for more information.

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April 22

HowEarth Day Celebration What better place to spend Earth Day than in the beauty of Santa Rosa’s Howarth Park? Catch FREE activities in the park for children between 2:30 and 5:30pm. We will also open K-Land attractions, so come enjoy Howarth Park’s train, carousel, or jump house for $2 per ticket or take advantage of the Earth Day Special, a $5 unlimited ride bracelet! Plus, enter our 2015 Earth Day Poster Contest and you could win a prize. Check howarthpark.com in March for more details. This event is from 2:30-5:30pm. If you would like to bring an after-school group, contact us at howarthpark@srcity. org for group rates.

April 28

Santa Rosa Historic Tour on Rosie the Trolley - Railroad Town Early Santa Rosa was all about railroads. One could board a train to Larkspur, Eureka, New York, Forestville, Sebastopol, and even up McDonald Ave to the Cemetery. Where were these railroads, what happened to them and what does the future hold? Come on a two-hour Rosie tour to find out. Rosie will pick up participants at Howarth Park near the snack bar. $20/person; register at santarosarec.com and use barcode #75657

May May 2

History Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery Experience the history and learn the stories of the people of Sonoma County and California during an 80 minute docent led walk through this pioneer cemetery. (There are uneven surfaces and slopes). Tours leave every 20 minutes from 10-11am. Meet at the Franklin Gate. Admission is free – donations appreciated.

May 2

2015 Senior Expo A fantastic event for Baby Boomers, seniors, friends and family! Join us for a day of health and wellness at our 16th annual Senior Expo of Santa Rosa. Explore 80+ interesting and informative exhibitions. This event is not just for seniors, bring the whole family! Discover travel opportunities, learn about benefit choices, search-out recreation & fitness programs, and take advantage of free health screenings. Event is 9am to 12pm, Person Senior Wing.

FREE!

May 25

Memorial Day Ceremony at the Rural Cemetery Join us for a special event commemorating the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War. 1pm, Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery, Franklin Gate. Free admission

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CO M M U N I T Y E V E N T S July July 5

Live at Juilliard Concert Free Sunday concert series. Extend the weekend and come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday filled with music, food and fun. A different band performs every Sunday through August 9, 5-7pm. Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Avenue. For band information go to srcity.org/liveatjuilliard

July 9

Old Fashioned Picnic in the Park 11am to 3pm Finley Community Park Gazebo $5.00 Barcode # 72010

July 11

“Denim & Daisies” at Luther Burbank Home & Gardens Join us for a fundraiser for Luther Burbank Home & Gardens. Located at Santa Rosa and Sonoma Avenues. Reservations required, call 5245445 or visit lutherburbank.org

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Live at Juilliard Concert Free Sunday concert series. Extend the weekend and come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday filled with music, food and fun. A different band performs every Sunday through August 9, 5-7pm. Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Avenue. For band information go to srcity.org/liveatjuilliard

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Live at Juilliard Concert Free Sunday concert series.

Extend the weekend and come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday filled with music, food and fun. A different band performs every Sunday through August 9, 5-7pm. Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Avenue. For band information go to srcity.org/ liveatjuilliard

July 25

History Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery Experience the history and learn the stories of the people of Sonoma County and California during an 80 minute docent led walk through this pioneer cemetery. (There are uneven surfaces and slopes). Tours leave every 20 minutes from 10-11am. Meet at the Franklin Gate. Admission is free – donations appreciated.

July 26

Live at Juilliard Concert Free Sunday concert series. Extend the weekend and come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday filled with music, food and fun. A different band performs every Sunday through August 9, 5-7pm. Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Avenue. For band information go to srcity.org/liveatjuilliard

August August 2

Live at Juilliard Concert Free Sunday concert series. Extend the weekend and come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday filled with music, food and fun. A different band performs every Sunday through August 9, 5-7pm. Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Avenue. For band information go to srcity.org/liveatjuilliard

July 17

Parks Make Life Better!® Bash July is National Parks & Rec Month… Let’s celebrate! Since 1985, America has celebrated July as the nation’s official Parks and Recreation Month. We want to take time to acknowledge the 950 acres of parkland, trails and recreation facilities that make up our city! Our park space has a history of its own full of the storied accomplishments of many community advocates, generous donors, dedicated neighborhood volunteers, and hardworking staff and community partners that have helped to build such a grand collection of places to gather and make memories. So come celebrate with us! Enjoy live entertainment, fair games and exhibits, and prizes too! All of your favorite Howarth Park rides and attractions will also be open with ticket purchase. 5-8pm, admission to the event is FREE!

Recreation information 543-3737

August 9

Live at Juilliard Concert Free Sunday concert series. Extend the weekend and come and enjoy a picnic dinner on a summer Sunday filled with music, food and fun. A different band performs every Sunday through August 9, 5-7pm. Juilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa Avenue. For band information go to srcity.org/liveatjuilliard

September September 18-19

Rural Cemetery Lamplight Tours For tour information and to register online, visit srcity.org/ruralcemetery

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LU T H E R B U R B A N K H O M E & G A R D E N S Luther Burbank Home & Gardens Registered National, State and City Landmark Historic Home, Gardens, Greenhouse, Museum & Gift Shop

www.lutherburbank.org (707) 524-5445 Email: burbankhome@lutherburbank.org Physical Address: Santa Rosa Avenue at Sonoma Avenue Mailing Address: 100 Santa Rosa Ave., Rm 10 Santa Rosa, CA 95404 501(c) (3) Nonprofit Tax ID 26-3008405 MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP AND WALK-IN DOCENT TOURS: Group Tours and Children’s Tours: Available year-round by appointment

GARDENS Open year round 8am-dusk free admission More than an acre of gardens show many of Luther Burbank’s plant developments.

Special garden areas include medicinal herbs, a wildlife habitat, ornamental grasses, a cutting garden, an edible landscape demonstration area and a sensory bed.

Many unusual varieties of plants and new horticultural introductions are represented at this rare historic site.

HOME AND GREENHOUSE TOURS Offered April-October, Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm for a nominal fee Volunteer docents describe Burbank’s life and work and lead tours through the home where he lived, the greenhouse where he worked, and a portion of the gardens.

“DENIM & DAISIES” This event is on Saturday, July 11.

See “Community Events” on page 5 for details.

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CARRIAGE HOUSE MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP Open April through October 10am – 4pm Visit the Gift Shop for an exciting array of quality gift items, most of which are designed exclusively for LBH&G and produced here in Sonoma County. Discover changing exhibits at the museum.

GARDEN CELL PHONE AUDIO TOURS These free tours are available 8am-dusk daily whenever walk-in Docent Tours are not available.

Leisurely tour the Gardens using your cell phone. There are 28 stops where you will learn historical facts and view Mr. Burbank’s plants, including the Spineless Cactus, Paradox walnut tree, Plumcot and many others.

See instructions outside Gift Shop. This program is sponsored by Dierk’s Parkside Cafe.

PHOTOGRAPHY OPPORTUNITIES

BECOME A “FRIEND” OF LUTHER BURBANK HOME & GARDENS As a “Friend,” you will help us carry out our mission to preserve the memory of this extraordinary man, continue to provide education about his life and work, and preserve this historic landmark. Benefits include complimentary Home and Garden tour, Gift Shop discount, free plant coupon, free admission to summer lecture series and more. Contact us for a membership form or join online at www.lutherburbank.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: If you love learning about gardens, local history, antiques, nature, and meeting interesting people from around the world, become a Luther Burbank Home & Gardens volunteer. Interviews are held in January and training is in March for Docents, Gift Shop staff and Gardeners. Help plan events and work on special projects, plus enjoy exclusive volunteer appreciation events too! Contact us for details.

For information on how to reserve the site for photo shoots, contact us in advance at the information listed above.

Register at santarosarec.com

ART EXHIBITS The City of Santa Rosa hosts rotating art exhibits in City Hall and our three community centers. If you are interested in applying to exhibit, or if you would like to learn more about Santa Rosa’s Arts Program, visit www.srcity.org/arts.

Please Note: Steele Lane viewing hours are Monday-Thursday 8:30am-3pm and Friday 8:30am-12:30pm. For all other viewing hours please refer to page one.

Steele Lane Community Center 415 Steele Lane

Her work is made up of ordinary things that become dreamy and magical, with her intense focus on form and light. She experiments with camera settings, and colorful quick moving light-sources to capture moments of dance and whimsy.

Her photographs of nature are abstracted to the point of being unrecognizable, so that once you realize what you’ve been looking at, you have to marvel at the beautiful simplicity of it.

Awards Reception: Sunday, March 1, 3 – 5pm

Reception: Wednesday, February 25, 4-6pm

LEDA MAST: ART IN NATURE April 21 – June 11, 2015 Reception: Thursday, April 23, 4-6pm Leda Mast takes photographs that transform what most of us see, into the otherworldly.

Recreation information 543-3737

2060 W. College Avenue

NATIONAL ARTS PROGRAM: 12TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION AND COMPETITION February 1 – March 27, 2015

SHERRI REED: OUT AND ABOUT February 21 - April 16, 2015 I am very honored and excited to display my photography at the Steele Lane Community Center. Born and raised here in Santa Rosa, it hasn’t been until recently that I have taken my camera and walking shoes and started traversing our county. This helped me to see clearer, to savor life and capture the beauty that is all around us; which we so often overlook. I have met some amazing people and have had so many opportunities to document their lives. I know others have said this, but for me it is so true. I absolutely love photography, capturing moments that people can cherish. I would like my photography to be a feast for the eyes and nourishment for your soul.

Finley Community Center

THE IMAGINISTS: FANCIFUL FLIGHTS June 16 – August 6, 2015

Santa Rosa is one of over 80 cities across the country that participate in The National Arts Program. Its purpose is to foster local artistic talent, reward creative accomplishments, and encourage a greater appreciation of art. Two hundred local artists of all ages, amateur and professional, showcase their art in this exhibition. Come and see the talent of your fellow Santa Rosans!

Reception: Wednesday, June 17, 4-6pm The Imaginists Collective is made up of artists of every kind, from performance artists to musicians and visual artists. For the first time we will be able to see a collection of those visual art pieces that make up the stage of their performances. The show will boast props, sets, puppets and costumes created by many artists over the last year. Check out these strange, colorful and creative pieces. Once you are thoroughly inspired, pick up information about their Youth Ensembles that begin in early September. The Imaginists hold workshops and classes that encourage students to develop their own creative process. Call (707) 528-7554 or visit theimaginists.org for more information.

JESSICA SNOWDEN: LOOKING TO THE SKIES March 31 – May 21, 2015 Reception: Friday, April 3, 5-7pm Jessica Snowden is a local Artist who grew up and has lived in Sonoma County most of her life. She enjoys creating work that encompasses happy and colorful scenes from nature. Jessica’s love of arts and crafts has brought her into the world of teaching, creating gift items, and illustrating children’s books. Her love of photography and the diverse beauty of the area have inspired this series of original paintings.

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ART EXHIBITS Finley Community Center cont.

TYSON BARBERA: FLAT-TIN May 27 – July 16, 2015 Reception: Thursday, May 28, 5-7pm

up near New York City she was influenced at an early age by the works of Julian Schnabel and the Abstract Expressionists.

Throop’s paintings emphasize movement of brushstroke and rough surface texture.

She earned a degree in art from Syracuse University where she studied with master draftsman, Jerome Witkin and has studied art at New York’s Museum of Modern Art and at Yale University. Throop has been part of the emerging arts neighborhood, SOFA, for the past five years.

I make art because it is an outlet of feelings, color, design and recycling all at the same time. I am inspired by the natural elements in the world I am surrounded by. I love plants, animals, and modes of transportation. To me my art represents a new way to inspire people to reuse an object or to see it differently than before. What is unique about my sculptures is that all of the parts were reclaimed from dumpsters or trashcans. I have never bought metal to create a piece. For me that is the best characteristic of my sculptures. I feel that I am keeping the landfill emptier by reducing the intake at the county dumps. I love to watch people dissect and decipher what parts are in an art piece. I think people can relate to my recycled art because they know the primary use of the object and like to see imagination applied to the items used.

Throop frequently uses dreams and fairy tales as the starting point for her works which explore human psychology. Growing

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Call 543-3010 for viewing information and enter at Suite 10

Reception: Friday, March 13, 5-7pm

Reception: Thursday, July 23, 5-7pm

Reception: Thursday, May 28, 5-7pm

100 Santa Rosa Avenue

ANGELA HUNTER-GEISS: 113 MANDALA JOURNEY March 3 – April 23, 2015

ON YOUR OWN TIME July 21 – September 10, 2015

KRISTEN THROOP: A COURSE NEITHER BITTER NOR FALSE May 27 – July 16, 2015

City Hall Council Chambers

“On Your Own Time” is a group show featuring Sonoma County artists whose work will explore the concept of Time.

Rather than addressing the measurement of time, artists were asked to examine perspectives on how our public and private selves overlap, shift, interact and are defined by the processes behind the duration, memory and anticipation of time. This show will explore in multimedia, the boundaries between ‘past and present’, between ‘perceptions and recollections’, between the ‘real and the imagined’, with a bit of ‘the joyful sense of timelessness’ thrown in for good measure.

I began drawing the Mandala as a creative, meditative outlet. My meditation practice began in earnest in January 2013. Since then I have been experimenting with different types of meditation. I have found that drawing and painting are very calming and healing to me. Creating meditation mandalas is my art therapy. I believe that the Mandala paintings can be used as a meditation centerpiece.

Some colors schemes are derived directly from chakra clearing visualizations, some are patterned and colored after nature and some simply emerge through me as I paint.

GERALD HUTH: THE TIME IS NOW April 28 – June 18, 2015 Reception: Friday, May 8, 5-7pm During the summer of 2013, I suffered an acute attack of vertigo. Unable to work for

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ART EXHIBITS City Hall Council Chambers cont. an extended time as I recovered, I thought of what I really still wanted to say with my time as an artist. This collage/painting series (begun in November 2013) represents the clock, time passing on our lives, separated into quadrants relating to our creativity, our passions, our desire to create works of art, and the people or events in our lives that have inspired them. They are my love affair with oil painting and collage, and the need for an artist to mark his time here through his art.

Simons Gallery at the Person Senior Wing of the Finley Community Center 2060 W. College Avenue

PAINTINGS BY JEAN MAGGRETT March 10 – June 4, 2015 Reception: Wednesday, March 11, 5-7pm

BRIAN HOWLETT: GLEAN & GROW June 23 – August 13, 2015 Reception: Friday, July 31, 5-7pm There is a joy, a sense of gratitude and satisfaction when you grow and raise your own food. It’s that joy which I express in this current watercolor series, Glean & Grow. Each painting is a “portrait” of the fruits and vegetables I have gleaned from neighbors or that I have grown in our little backyard neighborhood garden in downtown Santa Rosa. My hope is that you enjoy my family of portraits as much as I’ve enjoyed painting them.

Recreation information 543-3737

I have come to appreciate that my work starts with energy awareness. The energy of color has a wide range of vibrations, complementary possibilities, and a scale of dark and light values. The energy of shape involves arcs, spirals, weight! The energy of positive and negative, object and background, beloved to the cubist painters, introduce subtle rhythms. These elements nudge each other and the intersections produce other energies I find exciting. I ask, as Paul Cezanne has asked, “What is the cup saying to the table in this still life?”

MARIKO IRIE: OIL & WATERCOLOR PAINTINGS June 9 – September 3, 2015 Reception: Wednesday, June 10, 5-7pm Mariko Irie, a lifelong painter, was born and raised in Tokyo. She received her BFA at Musashino Art University in Tokyo in 1973. Mariko moved to Mendocino in 1982 to pursue her painting. She has been fascinated by painting in Watercolor for over twenty years, creating the paintings in a way that retains the distinctive look associated with the medium. She is also really enjoying painting in Watermixable Oil, which is rich, vivid in color and a forgiving medium.

Her paintings are rich in the traditional style and have a wonderful, contemporary feel. Mariko says, “Paintings are pages of my diary.” More information and to review her works, please visit www.mariko-irie.com

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YO U T H Dance

TUTUS FOR TWOS (Age 2) 3-4 Dates A wonderful world of imagination and ballet is created in this child/adult class, specifically designed for the “youngest” dancer!

Miss Jeran creates a playful, stress-free atmosphere as young children are supported by a loving adult (parents, grandparents, aunt, nanny, etc. to develop awareness of their bodies, physical skills and creativity.

Min 8 Max 10 (adult/child pairs) Instructor: Jeran Urrutia, over 20 yrs dance and teaching experience, Director/Owner of Dance Innovations.

“PLAYING” BALLET (Age 3-4) 3-4 Dates Using music, simple ballet and tumbling, children will explore the possibilities of dance. The atmosphere in this first ballet class is positive and non-competitive, allowing the child to “play” at his or her own level. Ballet style attire is suggested.

Family and friends are invited to the last 15 minutes of the last class. Min 8 Max 10 Instructor: Marilyn Jakowchik, over 10 yrs experience with tap dance and teaching dance to young children, over 22 years of ballet dance experience.

LOOK AT ME, I’M 3! (Age 3) 3-4 Dates Ballet Tondues and twirls will delight dancers as they discover music and movement. Basic ballet routines and exercises explore all that a 3 year old can really do!

Miss Jeran will guide your curious toddler in a simple dance class atmosphere that will allow playful creativity. Ballet style attire is suggested. Family and friends can visit the last class of the session.

Min 8 Max 10

TUTUS & TAP (Age 3-4) 4 Dates Bring the dance experience to the young child in a fun, positive and relaxed group atmosphere! Ballet and tap moves are introduced, nurturing the creativity of the young child. Dancers need tap shoes to wear to class. Ballet style attire and (labeled) shoes suggested. Family and friends are invited to the last 15 minutes of the last class. Min 8 Max 10 Instructor: Marilyn Jakowchik, over 10 yrs experience with tap dance and teaching dance to young children, over 22 years of ballet dance experience.

BALLET & TAP (Age 4-6) 8 Dates

Festive music and props bring a creative dance experience to the slightly older child. Ballet and Tap moves are introduced in a nurturing environment and, with a focus on learning and fun. This class is perfect for those who have outgrown Tutus & Tap, or for new dancers too! Dancers need to come wearing tap shoes and bring labeled ballet style slippers. Family and friends are invited to watch the last class.

Min 10 Max 10 Instructor: Marilyn Jakowchik, 10+ years of experience teaching dance to young children, 10 years of tap and 22 years of ballet experience.

Instructor: Jeran Urrutia, over 20 yrs dance and teaching experience, Director/Owner of Dance Innovations.

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Location

Age Day

Date

Time

Instructor

Tutus for Two - Class fee is $52 (S.R. Resident $42) *3 Dates $41 (S.R. Resident $31) 75526 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Mon 2/23-3/16 9-10am (4 Dates) (4 Dates) 75568 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Mon 3/30-4/20 9-10am 75569 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Mon *5/4-5/18 9-10am (*3 Dates) (4 Dates) 75570 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Mon 6/1-6/22 9-10am (4 Dates) 75571 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Mon 6/29-7/20 9-10am 75527 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 2/25-3/18 10:15-11:15am (4 Dates) (4 Dates) 75528 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 4/1-4/22 10:15-11:15am 75529 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 5/6-5/27 10:15-11:15am (4 Dates) (4 Dates) 75530 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 6/3-6/24 10:15-11:15am (4 Dates) 75531 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 7/1-7/22 10:15-11:15am

Jeran Urrutia

Look at Me, I’m 3! - Class fee is $52 (S.R. Resident $42) *3 Dates $41 (S.R. Resident $31) (4 Dates) 75558 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 2/23-3/16 10:15-11:15am 75525 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 3/30-4/20 10:15-11:15am (4 Dates) (*3 Dates) 75524 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon *5/4-5/18 10:15-11:15am (4 Dates) 75523 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 6/1-6/22 10:15-11:15am (4 Dates) 75572 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 6/29-7/20 10:15-11:15am

Jeran Urrutia

“Playing” Ballet - Class fee is $50 (S.R. Resident $40) 75536 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 2/26-3/19 9-10am (4 Dates) (4 Dates) 75533 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 2/27-3/20 10:30-11:30am (4 Dates) 75537 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 4/2-4/23 9-10am (4 Dates) 75534 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 4/3-4/24 10:30-11:30am (4 Dates) 75538 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 5/7-5/28 9-10am (4 Dates) 75522 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 5/8-5/29 10:30-11:30am (4 Dates) 75521 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 6/4-6/25 9-10am (4 Dates) 75535 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 6/5-6/26 10:30-11:30am

Marilyn Jakowchik

Tutus and Tap - Class fee is $50 (S.R. Resident $40) Marilyn Jakowchik (4 Dates) 75560 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 2/24-3/17 9-10am (4 Dates) 75543 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 2/27-3/20 9:15-10:15am (4 Dates) 75546 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 3/31-4/21 9-10am (4 Dates) 75544 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 4/3-4/24 9:15-10:15am 75541 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 5/5-5/26 9-10am (4 Dates) (4 Dates) 75540 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 5/8-5/29 9:15-10:15am (4 Dates) 75542 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 6/2-6/23 9-10am (4 Dates) 75545 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 6/5-6/26 9:15-10:15am Ballet and Tap - Class fee is $78 (S.R. Resident $68) Marilyn Jakowchik 75562 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4-5 Fri 2/27-4/24 3:30-4:30pm (No 4/3) (8 Dates) (8 Dates) 75551 Finley/Live Oak Rm 6-7 Fri 2/27-4/24 4:45-5:45pm (No 4/3) (8 Dates) 75573 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4-5 Fri 5/8-6/26 3:30-4:30pm (8 Dates) 75552 Finley/Live Oak Rm 6-7 Fri 5/8-6/26 4:45-5:45pm

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CHILDREN’S BALLET (Age 4-6) 5 Dates Develop the physical and mental skills of ballet. These classes provide specific barre and floor exercises and are taught age appropriately, providing the young dancer a nurturing framework in which to begin their ballet training. Instructors use “play” as the basis for learning. Ballet shoes and attire suggested.

Friends and family are invited to the last 15 minutes of the last class. Min 10 Max 12 Instructor: Jeran Urrutia, over 20 yrs dance and teaching experience, Director/Owner of Dance Innovations.

ALOHA HULA FOR KIDS! (Age 4-12) 6 Dates Come and learn age-appropriate basic hula steps and hand motions while learning Hawaiian words and songs. A great introduction to the art of hula tailored for a young child. Wear comfortable clothing: shorts, loose pants, t-shirts, and bring water! A pa’u hula cloth skirt will be provided or the information to make your own will be available at the class. Min 8 Max 12 Instructor: Krista Strickland, over 15years, experience with a foundation of Mark Ho’omalu’s teachings, 7 yrs assisting and teaching children and adults.

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Age Day

Date

Time

Instructor

Children’s Ballet - Class fee is $53 (S.R. Resident $43) (5 Dates) 75555 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4 Mon 3/2-4/6 3:30-4:30pm (5 Dates) 75556 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-6 Mon 3/2-4/6 4:45-5:45pm (5 Dates) 75559 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4 Mon 4/13-5/18 3:30-4:30pm (5 Dates) 75553 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-6 Mon 4/13-5/18 4:45-5:45pm (5 Dates) 75554 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4 Mon 6/1-6/29 3:30-4:30pm (5 Dates) 75561 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-6 Mon 6/1-6/29 4:45-5:45pm

Jeran Urrutia No 3/23 No 3/23 No 4/27 No 4/27

Aloha Hula for Kids - Class fee is $41 (S.R. Resident $31) (6 Dates) 73786 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4-12 Sat 4/11-5/23 9:30-10:30am (6 Dates) 75407 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4-12 Sat 6/13-7/25 9:30-10:30am

Krista Strickland No 5/2 No 7/4

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TINY TOTS – “THE PRINCESS WITH THE FROZEN HEART” (Age 4-6) 8 Weeks Young children love make-believe, magic, and play! We will use the characters and events from the movie “Frozen,” to create an opportunity for participants to dress up and use their imaginations as we playfully explore the memorable events in this story about two princesses, the secret which divides them, and the acts of love needed to bring them back together. Participants will have the opportunity to try out being different characters like the princesses, the trolls, the mountain man, or the friendly snowman Olaf, and discover how fun it can be to prepare a “show” for their parents and friends which we will present on the last day of class. Costumes provided.

Min 10 Max 16 Instructor: Bridget Palmer.

Sat, 2/28 – 4/25 (No class 3/28) 9:30-10:30am Performance: 4/25 at 9:45am Bennett Valley Senior Center 704 Bennett Valley Road, California Room $118 (S.R. Resident $108) #74334

ENSEMBLE THEATER – “MADAGASCAR MANIA“

In two locations!

If your child loves to be humorous and to “move it, move it!” to a rhythmic beat, sign them up for Madagascar Mania! This play, inspired by Madagascar 2, is teaming with hilarious animal characters, from the mel-

ancholy Giraffe to the show off Lion. And who could forget the bodacious Hippo, the zany King Lemur, and the hilarious antics of the Penguins. In addition to great music and costumes, the story includes a heart-warming story about friendship and the reunion of a long-lost son with his parents. Show for parents and friends the last day of class.

Instructor: Bridget Palmer.

Session 1 (Age 7-13) 7 Weeks Min 10 Max 16 Sat, 2/28 – 4/18 (No class 3/28) 10:45am – 12:15pm Performance on 4/18 at 11:45am Bennett Valley Senior Center 704 Bennett Valley Road, California Room $123 (S.R. Resident $113) #74335 Session 2 (Age 7-13) 8 Weeks Min 10 Max 20 Wed, 2/18 – 4/15, 3:30-4:30 *No Class 3/25 Dress Rehearsal: 4/15 from 3:30-5:00 Performance at 7:00pm on 4/15 Proctor Terrace Elementary School 1711 Bryden Lane, Multi-Purpose Room $118 (S.R. Resident $108) #74337

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Fitness and Sports BABY KINDERGYM (Age 8 to 18 mos.) 4 Dates

FAMILY KINDERGYM (Age 1-3) 4 Dates

Play, socialize, and build strong bodies and fun memories! This class for crawlers and beginning walkers, offers a stimulating and safe environment where child and parent can explore and grow together.

Equipment is geared towards this young age group, with time for open play, songs and hand games.

The benefits of family support and social activities can help a young child work towards a more successful future. Help your child thrive as they crawl, run, jump and play with peers, increase body awareness, and participate in group activities with the help of his or her parent/adult caregivers.

Adult/child ratio is 1 to 1.

Min 10 Max 16 Instructors: Lisa Gossman, Jim Owens

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Location

Age Day Date

Adult/child ratio is 1 to 1.

The course fee includes a child/adult pair. Min 10 Max 14 Instructors: Kindergym staff

Time

Instructor

Baby Kindergym - 4 Dates Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) (Session 1)

75965 75966 75967 75972

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½

Mon Wed Thu Sat

2/23-3/16 2/25-3/18 2/16-3/19 2/28-3/21

11-11:45pm 9:15-10am 9:15-10am 9:30-10:15am

Jim O. Jim O. Lisa G. Staff

(Session 2)

75968 75969 75970 75971

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½

Mon Wed Thu Sat

3/30-4/20 4/1-4/22 4/2-4/23 4/4-4/25

11-11:45pm 9:15-10am 9:15-10am 9:30-10:15am

Jim O. Jim O. Lisa G. Staff

(Session 3)

75974 75975 75973 75980

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½

Mon Wed Thu Sat

4/27-5/18 11-11:45pm 5/6-5/27 9:15-10am 5/7-5/28 9:15-10am 5/2-5/30 (no class 5/23) 9:30-10:15am

Jim O. Jim O. Lisa G. Staff

(Session 4)

75976 75977 75978 75979

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½

Mon Wed Thu Sat

6/8-6/29 6/10-7/1 6/11-7/2 6/6-6/27

11-11:45am 9:15-10am 9:15-10am 9:30-10:15am

Jim O. Jim O. Jim O. Staff

(Session 5)

75981 75982 75983 75984

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½ 8mo -1½

Mon Wed Thu Sat

7/13-8/3 7/15-8/5 7/16-8/6 7/18-8/8

11-11:45pm 9:15-10am 9:15-10am 9:30-10:15am

Jim O. Jim O. Jim O. Staff

FOR THOSE WHO NEED A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE! One day Drop-in fee: Baby Kinder Gym: $8. Family Kinder Gym: $10. Call ahead first (543-3737) then register at the front desk before class.

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Location

Age Day

Date

Time

Family Kindergym - 4 Weeks Class fee is $39 (S.R. Resident $29) (Session 1) (Session 2) (Session 3) (Session 4) (Session 5)

75985 75986 75987 75988 75989

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Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3

Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat

2/28-3/21 4/4-4/25 5/2-5/30 6/6-6/27 7/18-8/8

Instructor Staff

10:45-11:45am 10:45-11:45am 10:45-11:45am 10:45-11:45am 10:45-11:45am

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Fitness and Sports KINDERGYM (Age 1-3½) 4 Dates Build strong bodies and fun memories! Supporting your child through social activities can enable him/her towards success. These classes are designed to help your child thrive as they crawl, run, jump and play with peers, increase body awareness, and participate in group activities with the help of his or her parent/adult care giver. The stimulating environment is scaled to the child’s needs, enticing your child to explore their surroundings and abilities. Class format is open play, with special parachute and song time.

Adult/child ratio is 1 to 1.

NOTE: To keep this time safe and special for you and your child, please do not bring siblings or friends to class.

Min 10 Max 16 Instructors: Lacey Fichera, Lisa Gossman, Jim Owens Course Barcode

Location

Age Day Date

Time

Instructor

Kindergym - 4 Weeks Class fee is $39 (S.R. Resident $29) (Session 1)

75995 75996 75994 75997

(Session 2)

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

1 - 2½ 1½ - 3½ 1 - 2½ 2 - 3½

Wed Thu Fri Fri

2/25-3/18 2/26-3/19 2/27-3/20 2/27-3/20

10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am 9:15-10:15am 10:30-11:30am

Jim O. Lisa G. Lacey F. Lacey F.

76005 76004 76001 76002

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

1 - 2½ 1½ - 3½ 1 - 2½ 2 - 3½

Wed Thu Fri Fri

4/1-4/22 4/2-4/23 4/3-4/24 4/3-4/24

10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am 9:15-10:15am 10:30-11:30am

Jim O. Lisa G. Lacey F. Lacey F.

(Session 3)

76006 76009 76007 76008

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

1 - 2½ 1½ - 3½ 1 - 2½ 2 - 3½

Wed Thu Fri Fri

5/6-5/27 5/7-5/28 5/8-5/29 5/8-5/29

10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am 9:15-10:15am 10:30-11:30am

Jim O. Lisa G. Lacey F. Lacey F.

(Session 4)

76010 76011 76013 76015

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

1 - 2½ 1½ - 3½ 1 - 2½ 2 - 3½

Wed Thu Fri Fri

6/10-7/1 6/11-7/2 6/5-6/26 6/5-6/26

10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am 9:15-10:15am 10:30-11:30am

Jim O. Jim O. Lacey F. Lacey F.

(Session 5)

76035 76036 76037 76038

Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Valley Oak Rm

1 - 2½ 1½ - 3½ 1 - 2½ 2 - 3½

Wed Thu Fri Fri

7/15-8/5 7/16-8/6 7/17-8/7 7/17-8/7

10:15-11:15am 10:30-11:30am 9:15-10:15am 10:30-11:30am

Jim O. Jim O. Lacey F. Lacey F.

NEED A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE! One day Kindergym Drop-in fee: $10. Call ahead first (543-3737) then register at the front desk before class.

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Fitness and Sports

TODDLER AND BASIC GYMNASTICS (Age 3-5 and 5-10) 4 Weeks Your child will have a blast learning basic gymnastic skills on all the Olympic apparatus; as well as 3 different types of trampolines. This positive and well-structured program includes specially designed and scaled equipment to help them gain important motor skills, increase body awareness, strength, coordination and confidence. No experience necessary. Complete viewing area for family and friends. Please wear moveable clothing (no zippers, buttons or snaps), all hair must be tied back, no jewelry and bare feet only. Instructors are all SRGC certified, CPR and First Aid certified and are affiliated with and members of USAG and USAIGC. FYI: SRGC has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1.

The Rec and Parks maximum registration number is not necessarily the maximum number allowed at the SRGC camps.

Toddler Gymnastics: Min 6 Max 9 Basic Gymnastics: Min 5 Max 10 Instructor: SRGC Staff CLASS LOCATION: SRGC classes take place at the Santa Rosa Gymnastics Center (SRGC) 2210 Bluebell Drive in Santa Rosa 525-1720.

All classes are instructed by SRGC Staff.

SRGC’s release forms must be completed by parent or legal guardian prior to start of class.

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Day

Date

Time

Toddler Gymnastics – Class fee $65 (S.R. Resident $55) 73792 3-5 Tue 2/24-3/17 73793 3-5 Wed 2/25-3/18 3-5 Thu 2/26-3/19 73794 73795 3-5 Fri 2/27-3/20 73796 3-5 Sat 2/28-3/21 3-5 Tue 3/31-4/21 73797 73798 3-5 Wed 4/1-4/22 3-5 Thu 4/2-4/23 73799 73800 3-5 Fri 4/3-4/24 73801 3-5 Sat 4/4-5/25 3-5 Tue 5/5-5/26 73802 73803 3-5 Wed 5/6-5/27 73804 3-5 Thu 5/7-5/28 73805 3-5 Fri 5/8-5/29 73806 3-5 Sat 5/9-5/30 73807 3-5 Tue 6/9-6/30 73808 3-5 Wed 6/10-7/1 73809 3-5 Thu 6/11-7/2 73810 3-5 Fri 6/12-7/3 73811 3-5 Sat 6/13-7/11 (No class 7/4) 73812 3-5 Tue 7/14-8/4 73813 3-5 Wed 7/15-8/5 73814 3-5 Thu 7/16-8/6 3-5 Fri 7/17-8/7 73815 73816 3-5 Sat 7/18-8/8

11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 9-9:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 9-9:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 9-9:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 9-9:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 9-9:45am

Basic Gymnastics – Class fee $73 (S.R. Resident $63)

73817 5-10 Tue 2/24-3/17 73818 5-10 Thu 2/26-3/19 73819 5-10 Tue 3/31-4/21 73820 5-10 Thu 4/2-4/23 73821 5-10 Tue 5/5-5/26 73822 5-10 Thu 5/7-5/28 73823 5-10 Tue 6/9-6/30 6/11-7/2 73824 5-10 Thu 73825 5-10 Tue 7/14-8/4 73826 5-10 Thu 7/16-8/6

3:30-4:30pm 4:30-5:30pm 3:30-4:30pm 4:30-5:30pm 3:30-4:30pm 4:30-5:30pm 3:30-4:30pm 4:30-5:30pm 3:30-4:30pm 4:30-5:30pm

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Fitness and Sports BEGINNING AMERICAN KENPO KARATE (Age 6-18) 8 Days Martial Arts students attempt to gain harmony of body, mind, and spirit. This class is designed to provide instruction leading to accomplishment of the level of Black Belt with focus on Self Defense techniques, Kata (forms), Kumite, fitness, and philosophy resulting in achieving rank (white belt through black belt), self confidence, discipline, flexibility, and respect. Optional costs: uniform and certification for belt advancement. Details will be given at the first class.

Min 18 Max 35 Instructor: Tom Porter, Clinical Psychology PhD, 6th Degree Black Belt, Martial Arts instructor since 1982.

INTERMEDIATE AMERICAN KENPO KARATE (Age 6-18) 8 Days This class is the next step for those moving ahead in belt advancement. The instructor will continue to address your needs and goals as you move forward in achieving rank, self confidence, discipline, flexibility, and respect. Optional costs: certification for belt advancement. Min 18 Max 30 Instructor: Tom Porter, Clinical Psychology PhD, 6th Degree Black Belt, Martial Arts instructor since 1982.

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Barcode Location Age Day

Beg. Kenpo Karate - Class fee is $45 (S.R. Resident $35) (8 Dates) 76019 Finley/Live Oak 76023 Finley/Live Oak (8 Dates) (8 Dates) 76020 Finley/Live Oak (8 Dates) 76024 Finley/Live Oak (8 Dates) 76021 Finley/Live Oak (8 Dates) 76025 Finley/Live Oak (8 Dates) 76022 Finley/Live Oak (8 Dates) 76026 Finley/Live Oak (8 Dates) 76031 Finley/Live Oak (8 Dates) 76032 Finley/Live Oak

Date

Time

6-18 6-18 6-18 6-18 6-18 6-18 6-18 6-18 6-18 6-18

T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th

2/24-3/19 2/24-3/19 3/31-4/23 3/31-4/23 5/5-5/28 5/5-5/28 6/9-7/2 6/9-7/2 7/14-8/6 7/14-8/6

4:45-5:30pm 5:30-6:15pm 4:45-5:30pm 5:30-6:15pm 4:45-5:30pm 5:30-6:15pm 4:45-5:30pm 5:30-6:15pm 4:45-5:30pm 5:30-6:15pm

Intermediate Kenpo Karate - Class fee is $45 (S.R. Resident $35) (8 Dates) 76027 Finley/Live Oak 6-18 (8 Dates) 76028 Finley/Live Oak 6-18 (8 Dates) 76029 Finley/Live Oak 6-18 (8 Dates) 76030 Finley/Live Oak 6-18 (8 Dates) 76033 Finley/Live Oak 6-18

T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th

2/24-3/19 3/31-4/23 5/5-5/28 6/9-7/2 7/14-8/6

6:15-7pm 6:15-7pm 6:15-7pm 6:15-7pm 6:15-7pm

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Fitness and Sports LITTLE SLUGGERS BOYS & GIRLS (AGE 4-8) 6 weeks

YOUTH OUTDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE (Age 4-7) Boys and Girls

INDOOR SOCCER CLINICS (Ages 8-12)

Little Sluggers is a recreational baseball league with a T-Ball league for ages 4-6, and a coach pitch league for ages 6-8.

Teams will practice six times and games will be Saturdays starting April 18. Registration will continue until March 25. Sign up on-line.

In this recreational beginner league practices are once a week with games on Saturdays. Sign-ups will continue until September 2, 2015, or until leagues are full.

Recreation and Parks Indoor Soccer Clinic focuses on the fundamentals and mechanics of Soccer through a personal one on one instructional style. Students will learn different: rules, drills, mechanics, low impact recovery, and the fundamentals, in a maximum clinic size of 10.

Sat, 4/18-5/30 – Time, TBA Rincon Valley Community Park $80 (S.R. Resident $70)

Sat, 9/19-10/24 – Time TBA Rincon Valley Community Park $80 (S.R. Resident $70) #75409 (Age 4-6) #75408 (Age 6-7)

#75410 (Age 4-6) #75411 (Age 6-8)

FLAG FOOTBALL CLINICS (Ages 9-12) Recreation and Parks Flag Football Clinic focuses on the fundamentals of Football and mechanics through a personal one on one instructional style. Students will learn different: routes, rules, drills, mechanics, low impact recovery, and the fundamentals, in a maximum clinic size of 10.

All clinics are held in the Hub Room at Steele Lane Community Center.

Mon-Thurs 12-3pm $65 (S.R. Resident $55) 5/25-5/28 #76049 6/15-6/18 #76050 7/6-7/9 #76051 7/27-7/30 #76052

BASKETBALL CLINICS (Ages 9-12) Recreation and Parks Basketball Clinic focuses on the fundamentals and mechanics of Basketball through a personal one on one instructional style. Students will learn different: rules, drills, mechanics, low impact recovery and the fundamentals, in a maximum clinic size of 10.

All clinics are held in the Hub Room at Steele Lane Community Center.

Mon-Thurs 12-3pm $65 (S.R. Resident $55) 5/18-5/21 #76039 6/8-6/11 #76040 6/29-7/2 #76041 7/20-7/23 #76042 8/10-8/13 #76043

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All clinics are held in the Hub Room at Steele Lane Community Center.

Mon-Thurs 12-3pm $65 (S.R. Resident $55) 3/23-3/26 #76044 #76045 6/1-6/4 6/22-6/25 #76046 7/13-7/16 #76047 #760483 8/3-8/6

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MOUNTAIN BIKE RACES– AGES YOUTH TO ADULT (June-August 2015) The excitement of short track mountain bike racing comes to Santa Rosa’s Howarth Park! These races are for anyone who would like to try mountain bike racing on a short course. All skill levels are welcome. The trails in Howarth Park are perfect for first time racers all the way to pro riders looking to practice their skills. The course is approximately one mile long and consists of smooth rolling dirt trails. Racers can enter the appropriate category for their skill level and will race for a set length of time depending on experience. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED! A liability release waiver is required for all riders. This form is available at the check in table on the night of the race. Youth riders under age 18 will need a parent/guardian signature for each race!

Min 2 Max 20 per race. NOTE: Please bring your own water. Registration: Participants can pre-register online at www.santarosarec.com (be sure to bring a copy of your registration receipt) or register at the check in table the night of the event.

Races run from 5:15 to 8:30pm

The race categories are: Juniors (12 and under), Adult Beginner, Intermediate Adult and Expert.

For more information about race times and race results, visit bikemonkey.net or call Chris Wells at the Bike Peddler at (707) 571-2428.

Location: Howarth Park, Camp Wa-Tam Area, 630 Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa Race Coordinator: The Bike Peddler On-site Registration: Onsite registration (race days only) starts at 5pm Registration Fee: $5 Junior (under 18, must have parent signature) $10 Adult (18+)

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Please note: There will be NO races on July 29.

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Fitness and Sports 10 & UNDER TENNIS (Age 5-10) Designed and structured for kids to learn, rally, and play quickly in a rewarding and enjoyable fashion. In a decision that will fundamentally change the future landscape of tennis in the United States, 10 and Under Tennis caters to a child’s age and size by tailoring the equipment, court dimensions, and scoring system. All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave. Mon, Wed 5:30-6:30pm $60 (S.R. Resident $50) 3/2-3/11 #74562 3/16-3/25 #74563 #74564 3/30-4/8 4/13-4/22 #74565 #74566 4/27-5/6 5/11-5/20 #74567 #74569 5/25-6/3 6/8-6/17 #74570 6/22-7/3 #74571 7/6-7/15 #74572 7/20-7/29 #74573 #74574 8/3-8/12

BEGINNER / ADVANCED BEGINNER (Age 6-14) BEGINNER: This class provides the basics of tennis. Am emphasis is placed on fun.

INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED TOURNAMENT PREP TENNIS (Age 8-17)

ADVANCED BEGINNER: This fun class provides a review of the basics as well as an introduction to scoring. Students must be able to rally with other students before entering this class. Classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave.

This class is for students who play competitively. Emphasis is on conditioning, strategy, drills, and positive court behavior.

This class is designed to prepare players for high school/tournament Level tennis. All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave.

Mon, Wed 5:30-6:30pm $60 (S.R. Resident $50)

Mon, Wed, Sun 4-5:30pm, Sun 4-6pm $80 (S.R. Resident $70)

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COACHES WANTED!

Call 543-3281 for information about volunteer coaching.

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Horsemanship Back for her 33rd year in Howarth Park, Linda Aldrich and The Pony Express, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for horses and ponies that your child will love. These classes, offered at the Howarth Park corral (behind the snack bar), are assured to give your child a hands on experience that will last a lifetime. Please Note: All participants in horsemanship classes must bring and wear a properly fitting helmet (either a bike helmet or a USEF approved riding helmet), closed toed shoes (preferably with a heel), and pants. For all classes there is a maximum weight limit of 100lbs.

INTRODUCTION TO HORSEMANSHIP (Age 3-12) 1 Day This one-hour workshop is the perfect way to introduce your child to ponies. Participants, through hands on experience, will learn how to groom and saddle their pony and get an introduction to basic riding skills including balance, walking and trotting.

INTERMEDIATE HORSEMANSHIP (Age 3-12) 4 Weeks This four-session, one-hour class, is sure to be an amazing experience for any young pony lover. Participants will learn basic ground and riding skills including a balanced seat and proper use of communication aides at the walk, trot and canter.

HORSEMANSHIP SPRING CAMP (Age 3-13) 4 Days Looking for a special activity this spring break? This introductory level camp is the perfect opportunity for your child to get hands on experience with horses while learning basic ground and riding skills.

Participants will work on developing a balanced seat and the use of communication aides at the walk, trot and canter.

HORSEMANSHIP SUMMER CAMP (Age 3-12) 4 Days This camp setting is the perfect environment for any young equine enthusiasts to master their western riding skills. Camps run Mon-Thur, from 9am-12pm, and will surely be your child’s highlight of the summer. Participants are encouraged to bring a snack, as they will be working up an appetite.

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Introduction to Horsemanship – Class fee is $40 (S.R. Resident $35) 75871 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 3/14 75872 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 4/4 75873 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 4/18 75874 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 5/2 75883 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 6/13 75884 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 7/18 75885 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 8/8 75886 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 8/22

10-11am 10-11am 10-11am 10-11am 10-11am 10-11am 10-11am 10-11am

Intermediate Horsemanship – Class fee is $160 (S.R. Resident $150) 75877 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 5/16-6/6 75878 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 Sat 9/5-9/26

10-11am 10-11am

Horsemanship Spring Camp – Class fee is $160 (S.R. Resident $150) 75876 Howarth Park Pony Corral 3-12 M-Th 3/23-3/26

9am-12pm

Horsemanship Summer Camp – CHorsemanship Summer Camp 75879 Howarth Park Pony Corral 6-12 M-Th 6/22-6/25 75880 Howarth Park Pony Corral 6-12 M-Th 7/13-7/16 75881 Howarth Park Pony Corral 6-12 M-Th 7/27-7/30

9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm

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Special Interest NATURAL A’S (Age 10-17) 1 Day

TEEN BABYSITTER (Age 12-15) 2 Day

Any student can significantly enhance grades, self-confidence, and chances for scholarships and college admissions by performing academic skills in alignments with the brain’s natural patterns. This makes note-taking, reading, studying, memorizing and test-taking amazingly efficient. Also, discover simple methods for understanding math and other subjects, optimizing focus and concentration, and preventing test anxiety. Students describe this class as “necessary” and “easy to understand.” Parents may register and participate with their children. A material fee of $30 will be due the instructor at the workshop. Min 10 Max 15.

In this two-day class you will learn about how to set up your babysitting jobs like a real business. Practice baby care with lifelike, newborn dolls. Learn how to diaper, bathe and dress infants. Be prepared for any emergency. You will learn infant and child CPR and safety. Upon successful completion you will receive a CPR card through the American Heart Association and a babysitters certificate from The HealthSource at KidSake that you can show potential employers. This program is offered in partnership with The HealthSource at KidSake. There will be a $25 materials fee payable to The HealthSource at KidSake due at the first class for an informative book that you keep, a CPR barrier device, CPR card and certificate. Please provide your own snacks and lunch for both days. All classes held at the HealthSource at KidSake, 2999 Cleveland Ave., Suite C (across the street from Wells Fargo Bank). Min 10 Max 30

Instructor: Curtis Adney, MS, JD, has a Juris Doctor degree from Brigham Young University, and teaches at Fresno State. He is a career consultant, and author of a forthcoming book: Pinpoint Your Destiny.

Sat, 4/11 – 9am-12pm Finley/Willow Rm $48 (S.R. Resident $38) #75463

INTRO TO BASIC TREASURE HUNTING (Age 7-13) 1 Day

Instructor: The HealthSource at KidSake (546-4656) Wed/Thu, 3/25 & 3/26 – 9:30am-2:30pm $88 (S.R. Resident $78) #75467

Geocaching & Letterboxing are world-wide exploration games. Learn the basics of what they are and learn how to solve clues & become more aware of your surroundings. You will create your own Letterbox stamp & “cache swag.” We’ll finish class by looking for a “cache” treasure. Wear comfortable clothes & shoes for the weather.

Please bring a small snack & water for break. Min 6 Max 14

Tue/Wed, 6/16 & 6/17 - 9:30am-2:30pm $88 (S.R. Resident $78) #75468

Instructor: Jessica Snowden is a Santa Rosa mom who has taught children for over 20 years as a school aide & community club leader.

Wed/Thu, 8/5 & 8/6 - 9:30am-2:30pm $88 (S.R. Resident $78) #75470

Sat, 6/20 – 10am-12pm Finley/Maple Room $40 (S.R. Residents $30) #75399

Note: For safety reasons, parents required to sign in and out when dropping off and picking up their children. Any parent or guardian arriving late for pick-up will be charged a late fee in 15 minute increments - $15 for 15 minutes late, $30 for 30 minutes late, etc.

MADE TO WEAR (Age 8-13) 1 day You don’t need fancy kits or hundreds of dollars in materials & tools to make great accessories. Create jewelry, scarves & much more like those sold at the mall or in magazines by using basic items found at many stores or around your own house.

Three different items will be made each class to take home & wear or give as gifts.

Bring a pair of sharp scissors. Material fees included in price. Min 5 Max 12 Instructor: Jessica Snowden is a Santa Rosa mom who has taught children for over 20 years as a school aide & community club leader.

Sat, 4/18 – 10am-12pm Finely/Maple Room (Age 8-13) $43 (S.R. Residents $33) #75403 Sat, 5/30 – 10am-12pm Finely/Maple Room (Age 8-13) $43 (S.R. Residents $33) #75404 Sat, 7/18 – 10am-12pm Finely/Maple Room (Age 8-13) $43 (S.R. Residents $33) #75405

Wed/Thu, 7/8 & 7/9 - 9:30am-2:30pm $88 (S.R. Resident $78) #75469 Wed/Thu, 7/22 & 7/23 - 9:30am-2:30pm $88 (S.R. Resident $78) #75471

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If a course does not meet the posted minimum enrollment, the activity may cancel.

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Spring Break Camps WA-TAM SPRING CAMP 2015 (Age 6-12)

Come join the Wa-Tam bunch for a week at Spring Camp! This special week of old fashioned fun in the great outdoors will include favorite Wa-Tam traditions like canoeing on Lake Ralphine, archery, crafts, nature projects and special guests. Tuesday we will bus over to Finley Aquatic Center for a day of swimming or head to a field trip destination in the event of rain. On Wednesday we will enjoy a visit from Wildlife Associates as Ranger Steve brings his awesome animal show to town! On Friday, campers will get to practice their outdoor cooking skills when we barbecue lunch over an open fire. Parents are encouraged to attend our Friday afternoon presentation complete with songs and skits!

Min 30 Max 75 Mon-Fri, 3/23-3/27 - 8am-3pm $180 (S.R. Resident $170) #73497 Extended Hours: 3-5:15pm Extended Hours Fee is an additional $50 Extended Hours Barcode: #73498

INVENT IT, BUILD IT! SPRING BREAK CAMP (Age 8-12) 3 Days NEW Join other inventors and scientists to create extraordinary machines! Bring small toys, junk, and household items and help your team build a contraption of incredible complexity – using gravity, leverage, and other forces of nature. Bring a cell phone or camcorder to record your invention in action, so you can show it to friends and family, or post it on the Web. To help you think about what to bring and what to make, go to YouTube and do a search for “Pythagoras Switch” – so you can see videos of inventions by students from Japan.

SPRING BREAK ENGINEERING CAMPS (5 Days) Play-Well TEKnologies “Teaching Engineering to Kids” presents…Engineering Camp.

Campers will be given instruction, design challenges and competition appropriate to their facility with LEGO® Technic and System components. This is an opportunity to build that really great project with guidance and assistance from our highly qualified staff. Returning students will work on new projects. This camp is not affiliated with the LEGO® Trademark. Min 8 Max 16 Instructors: PlayWell-TEKnologies staff Mon, 3/23 – Class meets at 415 Steele Lane, Community Center, Dohn Room Tue, 3/24-3/27 Classes meet at Proctor Terrace School, 1711 Bryden Ln, Multi-Purpose Room

PRE-ENGINEERING WITH LEGO® (Age 5-7) 1 Week Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO®! Build engineer-designed projects such as boats, bridges, mazes and motorized cars, and use special pieces to create your own unique design! Explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor.

This is an ideal way to prepare young builders for the challenge of Engineering FUNdamentals.

Mon-Fri, 3/23-3/27 - 8:30-11am $142 (S.R. Resident $132) #73607

ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS WITH LEGO® (Age 8-12) 1 Week Power up your engineering skills with PlayWell TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, and the Battletrack! Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to engineer at the next level.

Mon-Fri, 3/23-3/27 - 12-3pm $163 (S.R. Resident $153) #73606

Min 8 Max 12 Instructor: Norman Rose MA, PhD, has been an instructor in SRJC’s Computer Studies Department since 1996 Wed/Thu/Fri, 3/25-3/27 1-3:00pm Finley/Madrone Room $49 (S.R. Resident $39) #75427

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Spring Break Camps SPRING CAMP VERTICAL (Ages 7-14) 1 Week Spring Break is the perfect time for Camp Vertical, where kids learn climbing techniques, knots and safety skills with plenty of time for climbing fun and games on Vertex’s 35-foot high walls. This gives you time to get things ready for the busy holidays!

Equipment and Vertex t-shirt included.

Min 4 Max 15 Instructor: Vertex staff.

Mon-Fri, 3/23-3/27- 9am-12pm Vertex Climbing Center 3358 A Coffey Lane $170 (S.R. Resident $160) #73852 Vertex Climbing Center is a charter member of the U.S. Climbing Gym Association.

ANIMAL VET CAMP FOR KIDS! (Age 8-12) 4 DAYS

Want to be an animal doctor? Love animals and science? Come learn about responsible pet ownership, animal behavior, how animal bodies work, what makes them sick and the skills veterinarians use to make them better. Our classroom “vet hospital” is equipped with real medical equipment, educational models, videos and demonstrations on how veterinarians spend their day at work! A live pet animal participant will help us put our exam skills to the test. Bring a bag lunch and snack to keep you energized during this fun, interactive academic camp. All materials and a camp T-shirt are included. Email Dr. Pam at pamwittenberg@kidvets.net for camp waiver form. NOTE: no supervision available before or after camp so please drop off and pick up on time. Min 15 Max 25 Instructor: Pam Wittenberg is a veterinarian with 25 years of experience in the field. She loves sharing her passion for science, animals, and learning with children and adults of all ages.

Mon-Thu, 3/23-3/26 - 9am-2pm Steele Lane/Rm 6 $243 (S.R. Resident $233) #73597

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SPRING BREAK D5 CULINARY & NUTRITION CAMP (Age 9-14)

SPRING GYMNASTICS CAMP (Age 5-14) 1 Week

From safe knife skills to making sushi, these camps will enrich and enhance kids’ cooking skills! We will discuss the importance of nutrition and health as we prepare minestrone soup with homemade bread, various salads and dressings, macaroni and cheese with a twist, chocolate chip cookies and vanilla bean pudding, just to name a few delicious recipes! Pssst...our secret ingredient is fun!

D5 Cookbook of camp recipes (and more!): available for $15 paid directly to D5 staff.

Contact Direction Five prior to attending for (required) Camper Release Forms and for any food sensitivities at (707) 575-6721. Min 10 Max 12

Come prepared for fun with lots of flipping, jumping, swinging and climbing.

Child must bring a snack, lunch and something to drink. Each afternoon will be a different activity filled with tumbling, crafts, game day, rock climbing and carnival day. All of our instructors have CPR and First Aid training. Release forms must be completed for each child by a parent/guardian before attending lessons.

Release forms provided at SR Gymnastics.

Min 6 Max 15

Instructor: DirectionFive certified teachers under the direction of Patty James - Certified Natural Chef with a Master’s Degree in Holistic Nutrition, founded and directed the Patty James Cooking School and Nutrition Center and co-authored “More Vegetable, Please.”

Mon-Fri, 3/23-3/27 - 10am-3pm Finley/Kitchen & Maple Rm $320 (S.R. Resident $310) #73625

Mon-Fri, 3/23-3/27 - 8:30am-3:30pm Santa Rosa Gymnastics Center 2210 Bluebell Dr. $195 (S.R. Resident $185) #73791

More classes to check out!

Horsemanship Spring Camp see page 20 for details.

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Tot Classes FINLEY TINY TOTS (Age 3-5)

FINLEY TEENY TINY TOTS (Age 2-3) You and your 2-3 year old are invited to join other children in a safe, stimulating and creative environment. Lots of planned arts and crafts projects as well as story time, singing songs, games and having fun in the outdoor enclosed play area. Our teachers are ready to prepare your child for the next step up to our Tiny Tots program and we ask that one parent or adult accompany each child.

Min 10 Max 12 Instructors: Kim Hatch and Shannon Pope.

(Age 2-3) 4 Weeks Finley/Madrone Rm Session I T,Th 2/24-3/19 – 9:30-10:30am $73 (S.R. Resident $63) #75827 T,Th 2/24-3/19 – 11am-12pm $73 (S.R. Resident $63) #775828 Session II T,Th 3/31-4/23 – 9:30-10:30am $73 (S.R. Resident $63) #75834 T,Th 3/31-4/23 – 11am-12pm $73 (S.R. Resident $63) #75835

Plenty of fun projects are in store for your 3-5 year old child and our instructors will provide a caring and nurturing environment for participants to grow in confidence and ability. The program is designed to strengthen Kindergarten readiness through art, songs, stories and socialization as well as physical activities incorporating games, rhythm and music, and our enclosed outdoor play area. Snacks will be provided. Children must be toilet trained, please (no pull-ups). Proof of age may be requested.

Min 10 Max 15 Instructors: Kim Hatch and Jen Espinoza.

(Age 3-5) 4 Weeks Finley/Madrone Rm Session I M,W,F 2/23-3/20 – 9-11:30am $164 (S.R. Resident $154) #75831 Session II M,W,F 3/30-4/24 – 9-11:30am $164 (S.R. Resident $154) #75833 Session III M,W,F 5/4-5/29*– 9-11:30am $151 (S.R. Resident $141) #75832 *Session III only has 11 days due to 5/25 holiday

STEELE LANE TEENY TINY TOTS (Age 3-5) A caring and nurturing environment for 3-5 year-olds is provided to help them grow in confidence and ability. Tiny Tots teachers Miss M. and Carmen will strengthen Kindergarten readiness through art, songs, stories and socialization, as well as organize physical activities using Kindergym equipment and a bounce house in the enclosed Hub room. This valuable readiness program is something your child won’t want to miss! Snacks are provided.

Children must be toilet trained, please (no pull-ups). Proof of age may be requested.

Min: 10, Max: 15 Instructors: Maritza & Carmen (Age 3-4) 4 Weeks Steele Lane / Rm 1 Session I M,W,F 2/23-3/20 – 9-11:30am $164 (S.R. Resident $154) #74573 T,Th 2/24-3/19 – 9-11:30am 112 (S.R. Resident $102) #74576 Session II M,W,F 3/30-4/24 – 9-11:30am $164 (S.R. Resident $154) #74574 T,Th 3/31-4/23 – 9-11:30am $112 (S.R. Resident $102) #74577 Session III M,W,F 5/4-6/1– 9-11:30am $164 (S.R. Resident $154) #74575 T,Th 5/5-5/28* – 9-11:30am *No class 5/25 make up 6/1 $112 (S.R. Resident $102) #74578

Session III T,Th 5/5-5/28 – 9:30-10:30am $73 (S.R. Resident $63) #75829 T,Th 5/5-5/28 – 11am-12pm $73 (S.R. Resident $63) #75830

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Tot Classes TUNES FOR TOTS– LITTLE SINGERS! (Age 3-4) 4 Dates Watch your little one blossom with music and song! Through age-appropriate exercises and activities, your child will discover musical concepts like loud and quiet, pitch and beat in a group environment, and then apply and practice these basic fundamentals though imaginative play. Simple rhythm, expressive sounds, repetition, and creative play make it fun! Child-safe instruments are provided, including drums and shakers. Spaces are limited so sign up early! NOTE: The first day of class begins with a parent/child song activity, then transitions to a ‘Good-Bye’ song prompting parents to leave. Min 8 Max 8

TUNES FOR TOTS – SUMMER FUN FOR LITTLE SINGERS! (Age 3-4) 4 Dates Through summer theme-based activities, your child will discover musical concepts in a group environment, and apply them though imaginative play. Simple rhythm, expressive sounds, repetition, and creative play make it fun! Child-safe instruments are provided, including drums and shakers.

NOTE: The first day of class begins with a parent/child song activity, then transitions to a ‘Good-Bye’ song prompting parents to leave. Min 8 Max 8 Instructors: Jim Owens, See Tune for Tot – Little Singers for bio.

Instructors: Jim Owens has been involved with music for over 40 years, plays the flute, guitar and hand drums, and has been working with young children for the past 20 years using music and play to enrich children’s social and cognitive skills in a fun and supportive environment.

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Tunes for Tots - Little Singers - Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) (4 Dates) 73698 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 (4 Dates) 73699 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 (4 Dates) 73700 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 (4 Dates) 73701 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 (4 Dates) 73702 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 (4 Dates) 73703 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4

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Tunes for Tots – Summer Fun for Little Singers - Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) (4 Dates) 75564 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 Mon (4 Dates) 75566 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 Tue

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2/23-3/16 3/30-4/20 4/27-5/18 2/24-3/17 3/31-4/21 5/5-5/26

9:15 – 10am 9:15 – 10am 9:15 – 10am 10:45 – 11:30am 10:45 – 11:30am 10:45 – 11:30am

7/13-8/3 7/14-8/4

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Tot Classes TUNES FOR TOTS – BIG SINGERS! (Age 4-5) 4 Dates Experience the beginnings of a musical foundation in this creative and fun environment! Through imagination, songs and rhymes, your child will explore the beginnings of music practicum. Song and instrumental play offer self-expression, and child-safe instruments will be provided, including drums and shakers. Classes are designed to help your child develop musical skills through instruction, exercising patience, taking turns and socialization. Each session introduces a variety of themes, keeping the atmosphere fun and fresh! Min 8 Max 10

TUNES FOR TOTS – SUMMER FUN FOR BIG SINGERS! (Age 4-5) 4 Dates Summer theme-based activities will present your child with a music foundation, mixed with tons of fun! Imagination, songs and rhymes explore the beginnings of music practicum and instrumental play offers self-expression. Child-safe instruments are provided, including drums and shakers.

Class format offers a young child a chance to develop musical and social skills, like patience and taking turns. Min 8 Max 10 Instructors: Jim Owens, See Tune for Tot – Big Singers for bio.

Instructors: Jim Owens has been involved with music for over 40 years, plays the flute, guitar and hand drums, and has been working with young children for the past 20 years using music and play to enrich children’s social and cognitive skills in a fun and supportive environment.

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Tunes for Tots - Big Singers - Class fee is $42 (S.R. Resident $32) (4 Dates) 73704 Finley/Maple Rm 4-5 (4 Dates) 73705 Finley/Maple Rm 4-5 (4 Dates) 73706 Finley/Maple Rm 4-5

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Tunes for Tots – Summer Fun for Big Singers - Class fee is $$42 (S.R. Resident $32) (4 Dates) 75567 Finley/Maple Rm 4-5 Tue

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2/24-3/17 3/31-4/21 5/5-5/26

9:15 – 10:15am 9:15 – 10:15am 9:15 – 10:15am

7/14-8/4

9:15 – 10:15am

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TINY TOT ADVENTURE CAMP AT STEELE LANE* (Age 3-5) 4 Days

*EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT! Sign up by May 1st for a $10 Discount

Back by popular demand! Activities for this adventurous camp include games, crafts, treat preparation, a special jump house and a summer camp T-shirt decorated by campers. Thursdays will include a surprise special visitor or a fabulous field trip to a fun destination on Rosie the Trolley (parents are invited on field trips). Snack included; children must be toilet trained.

Camp Staff: Miss M and Carmen Mon-Thu, 9-11:30am - Steele Lane Community Center $95 (S.R. Resident $85)

Week #1 - African Safari

Sing to wild cats to keep them asleep while carefully winding through paths to prepare a special jungle snack. Ride Rosie the Trolley to Howarth Park for a train through the jungle to locate the allusive monkey.

6/15 – 6/18 - #75486

Week #2 - Superheroes

Discover your inter-super hero and help the other campers save our teachers. Ride Rosie the Trolley to a local Fire Station to meet real live heroes.

Specialty Day Camps

CAMP TINY TOTS AT FINLEY (Age 3-5) 4 Days This summer program keeps youngsters engaged with lots of fun crafts, outdoor games and swimming on Wednesdays.

Emphasis is on socialization and fun.

Snack is included. Children must be toilettrained. Min 10 Max 15 Instructors: Tiny Tot Staff Mon-Thu, 9-11:30am Finley/Madrone Rm $85 (S.R. Resident $75) Week 1 6/8-6/11 Under the Sea #75824

Week 2 6/15-6/18 “Camp Out” Adventures #75825

Week 3 6/22-6/25 A Pirate’s Life #75826

6/22 – 6/25 - #75487

Week #3 - Noble Knights & Princesses

A castle will be your home for this session with knights saving princesses against the storming of the castle. Ride Rosie the Trolley to a local park to see a real castle.

6/29 – 7/2 - #75488

Week #4 - Pirate Week

Collect objects to put in our treasure chest and enjoy a bounty treat. Rosie will arrive to take us to a local park where we’ll walk the pirate plank. (Please wear clothes that can get wet!)

7/6 – 7/9 - #75489

Week #5 - A Day at the Museum

Enjoy a week of discovery and create a craft worthy of a museum exhibit. Then off on Rosie the Trolley to visit the Children’s Museum. (Please make sure children wear shoes and clothes that can get wet) 7/13 – 7/16 - #75490

Week #6 - Under The Big Top

Welcome to the greatest show on earth. The room will become a circus big tent and special circus treats will be enjoyed. Ride Rosie the Trolley to Howarth Park for a ride on the wild Carousel.

7/20 – 7/23 - #75491

Week #7 - Rock Around the Clock

Back to those crazy 50’s with a sock hop, poodle skirts and root beer floats!

Rocking Rosie the Trolley will bring you to a local park for hula hooping fun.

7/27 -7/30 - #75503

Week #6 - Down on the Farm

Explore the dusty trails with western style crafts and games. Create a gold rush treat and a down home romp on Rosie the Trolley to the Howarth Park Animal Barn.

8/3 – 8/6 - #75504 NOTE: All activities are subject to change.

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Summer Engineering Camps PlayWell-TEKnologies “Teaching Engineering to Kids” presents...Engineering Camps. Using LEGO® Technic and System components, campers will be given instruction, design challenges and competitions appropriate to their facility location. This is an opportunity to build that really great project with guidance and assistance from our highly qualified staff. Returning students will work on new projects. These camps are not affiliated with the LEGO® Group.

Min 11 Max 24 and Min 11 Max 16 Franklin Clubhouse, 2095 Franklin Ave., Santa Rosa 95404 Morning Camp: $142 (S.R. Resident $132) Afternoon Camp: $163 (S.R. Resident $153) NOTE – If your child is signed up for the morning and afternoon camps during the week, there is no childcare between 11-12pm.

PRE-ENGINEERING USING LEGO® (Age 5-7) 5 Days Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO®! Build engineerdesigned projects such as boats, bridges, mazes and motorized cars, and use special pieces to create your own unique design!

Explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. This is an ideal way to prepare young builders for the challenge of Engineering FUNdamentals.

Mon-Fri, 6/22-6/26 8:30-11am #73612

Mon-Fri, 7/27-7/31 8:30-11am #76090

MINE, CRAFT, BUILD: ADVENTURE GAME USING LEGO® (Age 5-7) 5 Days NEW Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® Resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation come together in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources, and use these resources to build special items to help in our adventures!

Build a Zoo, create a Medieval Castle, and design a Tree House Village! This LEGO® experience is an original game designed

by Play-Well instructors inspired by the popular game, Minecraft. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience with Minecraft or LEGO®.

Mon-Fri, 7/13-7/17 8:30-11am #73613

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ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS USING LEGO® (Age 8-12) 5 Days Power up your engineering skills with PlayWell TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, and the Battletrack! Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to engineer at the next level.

Mon-Fri, 6/22-6/26 12-3pm #73610

Mon-Fri, 7/27-7/31 12-3pm #76091

MINE, CRAFT, BUILD: SURVIVAL GAME USING LEGO® NEW (Age 8-12) 5 Days Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® Resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation come together in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources, craft tools, and watch out for Creepers! This ultimate LEGO® Minecraft experience is an original game designed

by Play-Well instructors, using gameplay elements and characters inspired by the popular Minecraft video game. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience with Minecraft or LEGO®.

Note: Prices for the following LEGO® camps differ from the other LEGO® camps.

ROBOTICS USING LEGO® WEDO 5 Days NEW Build and program robots in this introductory Robotics class using the LEGO® WeDo system. Learn basic programming skills, simple engineering concepts, and the names of robot components. Work in small groups to complete several projects using tilt and motion sensors. This is a great way to prepare young Robotics enthusiasts for our more advanced Robotics programs.

(Age 7-9)

Mon-Fri, 7/20-7/24 8:30-11am $164 (S.R. Resident $154) #73611

ROBOTICS USING LEGO® EV3 (Age 9-12) 5 Days NEW Build and program robots using the new LEGO® Mindstorms EV3 system! Learn about mechanical and software design, loops, conditional statements, problem solving, and teamwork skills. Work in small groups, program and build your robot, and rise to the challenge. Control the robot to avoid obstacles, pick up and carry objects, and play sounds. Projects are structured so that students work in an openended, investigative environment while having fun.

Mon-Fri, 7/27-7/31 12-3pm $181 (S.R. Resident $171) #73609

Mon-Fri, 7/13-7/17 12-3pm #73614

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KIDSCIENCE ADVENTURES SUMMER CAMPS – OUR 17th YEAR! (Age 6-12) 1 Week

INVENT IT, BUILD IT! SUMMER CAMP (Age 8-12) 3 Days NEW

Combine 3 great activities and what do you get? Incredible fun, great energy and learning that thrills! SCIENCE…Awesome adventures await—construct experiments & sensational projects to take home & enjoy. ART…Take creative ideas and materials, sprinkle in a little science and you get masterpieces while learning valuable and fun art techniques.

GAMES… Fun will be had by all with games and activities where the focus is on building teamwork and cooperation through play. Questions? Call Mark Bradski (707) 793-2251.

Join other inventors and scientists to create extraordinary machines! Bring small toys, junk, and household items and help your team build a contraption of incredible complexity – using gravity, leverage, and other forces of nature. Bring a cell phone or camcorder to record your invention in action, so you can show it to friends and family, or post it on the Web. To help you think about what to bring and what to make, go to YouTube and do a search for “Pythagoras Switch” – so you can see videos of inventions by Japanese kids.

Min 8 Max 12

Note - When registering, please specify if your child would like to be in the same class rotation as a friend. Children are grouped by age, and attend science, art, and games classes each day.

Grades 1-7 (fall grade level) A Rincon Valley Elementary School, TBA 9am-3pm $258 (S.R. Resident $248) All materials included.

Extreme Forces

Explore forces with chemical reactions that pop, and change, including dry ice experiments. Also, make an air blaster, and a toy that works on pulling and pushing forces. Use force to make things move and to make art and games.

6/15-6/19 - #75514

Science Toys

Construct toys that work on scientific principles. Sound, make a musical device that is three instruments in one. Build a toy that runs on static electricity, and a magnetic “playground”. Plus build flying toys, and a toy powered by the force of gravity. Also design toys in art and through games.

Instructor: Norman Rose MA, PhD, has been an instructor in SRJC’s Computer Studies Department since 1996.

Wed/Thu/Fri, 7/15-7/17 1-3:00pm Finley/Madrone Room $49 (S.R. Resident $39) #75445

June 22-26 - #75515

Electricity Explorations

Build a generator tower that produces electricity. Design a mini lighted structure. Make a circuit electronic game, and a mini soccer playing robot, other electronic explorations. And use safe electricity in your art.

July 6-10 - #75516

Food Science

Learn the science behind food. See how heat changes food, make a mini oven and solar oven. How cold changes food make ice cream and other cool treats. Food chemistry with healthy sauces and flavorings. Plus food preservation, with dehydration, and other techniques that highlight the science that goes into making food. Food based art as well.

July 13-17 - #75517

Ready, Set, Fire

Explore force, with air powered devices that launch rockets. Rubber band shooter workshop, plan and build your own. Custom build a device that shoots multiple objects including airplanes and more. Launch workshop where you get to construct a launcher of your own design. Includes safety goggles. Also flying Art and Air Games.

July 20-24 – #75518

Imagination Workshop

Each day, let your imagination go wild as you design a project based around science themes. Abundant materials are at your disposal as you explore: Motion day. Make it move with wheels, motors, rolling things, flying things and materials to shape as you wish. Build with wood, metal, textiles and more. Creative art stations, and invent your own games.

July 27-31 - #75519

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D5 CULINARY & NUTRITION SUMMER CAMP (Age 6-9, 10-13) From safe knife skills to making sushi, these camps will enrich and enhance kids’ cooking skills! We will discuss the importance of nutrition and health as we prepare spring rolls with peanut dipping sauce, Panini sandwiches, Caesar salad with homemade croutons, fajitas and homemade ice cream just to name a few delicious recipes! Pssst... our secret ingredient is fun! D5 Cookbook of camp recipes (and more!): available for $15 paid directly to D5 staff. Contact DirectionFive prior to attending for (required) Camper Release Forms and for any food sensitivities at (707) 575-6721.

Min 10 Max 122 Instructor: DirectionFive certified teachers under the direction of Patty James - Certified Natural Chef with a Master’s Degree in Holistic Nutrition, founded and directed the Patty James Cooking School and Nutrition Center and co authored “More Vegetable, Please.”

DirectionFive Culinary & Nutrition Program Age 6-9 Mon-Fri, 6/15-6/19 10am-3pm Finley/Kitchen & Maple Rm $320 (S.R. Resident $310) #73626 Age 10-13 Mon-Fri, 6/22-6/26 10am-3pm Finley/Kitchen & Maple Rm $320 (S.R. Resident $310) #73627 Age 10-13 Mon-Fri, 7/6-7/10 10am-3pm Finley/Kitchen & Maple Rm $320 (S.R. Resident $310) #73628

TINY TOTS THEATER - MAGICAL ADVENTURES SUMMER CAMP (Age 4-6) 4 Days NEW New Expanded Hours!

Better than ever! Your 4-6 year old can now enjoy an 8 hour summer theater experience in our new morning Tiny Tots Theater – Magical Adventures Camp. Our expanded program will provide a longer opportunity for the children to improvise and invent characters with our signature costumes and inspiring instructors. In Tiny Tots Theater classes, we use music, poetry, movement games, costumes, and imaginations to act out stories. The emphasis is always on the enjoyment of the participants, so our production reflects the interests and attention spans of the children. The camp will culminate in a wonderful performance for family and friends. Min 10 Max 16 Instructor: Bridget Palmer & Assistant.

Mon. – Thurs, 6/22-6/25 9:30-11:30am Performance at 11:00am on 6/25.

Strawberry Elementary School, 2311 Horseshoe Dr, Multi-Purpose Room $118 (S.R. Resident $108) #74338

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ROYAL BALL DANCE CAMP (Age 5-8) 5 Days Dancing royally will delight every princess or prince throughout the kingdom! Ballet, Tap, and Jazz dance combinations will be explored with wands, ribbons, and crowns.

Daily crafts and daily apparel themes, like “Pajama Day” and “Crazy Hair Day” will keep dancers wiggling with fun. At the end of the week, parents can observe the camps creations. Ms. Jeran and Ms. Marilyn instruct proper dance technique and skill building while providing opportunities of play and imagination at dance camp. Bring a snack and bring tap, ballet shoes or lightweight tennis shoes. Min 14 Max 20 Instructor: Jeran Urrutia and Marilyn Jakowchik (See Fabulous Fairies bio.)

Mon-Fri, 7/27-7/31 8:30-11am Finley/Live Oak Rm $137 (S.R. Resident $127) #75495

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SRCT Drama Camps Celebrating 10 Year Anniversary An exciting two week performing arts immersion experience, Drama Camps are perfect for young performers. We’ve got roles for everyone from brand new to experienced actors. Activities include group games, theater improvisation, rehearsals, and instruction in acting, singing, and dancing (with ample time for breaks between activities to go out on the playground or dress-up and make up stories.) Participants make friends, learn new skills, and share their talents in a fabulous show of scenes from children’s stories and musicals. Drama Camp provides children with opportunities to shine that they will treasure for a lifetime!

DRAMA CAMP SESSION 1 (Age 7-13) 2 Weeks In Drama Camp Session One we’re planning a fabulous show highlighting scenes from The Wizard of Oz, Star Wars Tales, The Fairytale Network, The Little Princess, “Gotta Have Heart” from Damn Yankees, and “Story of My Life” from Shrek, The Musical.

Min 20 Max 36 Instructors: Bridget Palmer, Caroline Lomba & Tim Kniffin.

M-F, 6/8-6/12 and 6/15-6/19 9am-3pm Performance: Sat. 6/20 at 2:00 pm Biella Elementary School 2140 Jennings Ave, Multi-Purpose Rm $370 (S.R. Resident $360) #74339

DRAMA CAMP SESSION 2 (Age 7-13) 2 Weeks In Drama Camp Session Two, we’re planning a fabulous show highlighting scenes from Alice in Wonderland, Harry Potter & The Sorcerer’s Stone, song and dance numbers “Revolting Children” from Matilda, and “ the Dream Sequence from Fiddler on the Roof.

Min 12 Max 24 Instructors: Bridget Palmer and Caroline Lomba.

M-F 7/6-7/10, and 7/13-7/17 9am-3pm Performance: Sat. 7/18 at 2:00 pm Strawberry Elementary School 2311 Horseshoe Drive, Multi-Purpose Rm $370 (S.R. Resident $360) #74340 Instructors: Bridget Palmer, Caroline Lomba, & Tim Kniffin grew up in Santa Rosa acting in local productions. Bridget pursued graduate studies at UCB. She directs Show Biz Kidz, Santa Rosa Children’s Theater Productions in local schools and founded 6th Street Improv. Caroline has extensive experience in ballet, modern and jazz. Tim is a member of the Actor’s Equity Union, holds an MFA in Acting from SMU, and frequently performs in local productions.

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CLOVERLEAF RANCH ADVENTURE CAMP (Age 6-13) 1 Week This camp offers fun and excitement with an assortment of ranch activities that include a 1,000 ft. zip line, archery, crafts, and more! With over 20 activities to choose from, you are sure to have a memorable week! Campers participate in three different activities each morning, followed by a provided lunch. Next is the lake or pool where we play water games, free swim, and have fun in the sun! Campers get a healthy snack after pool time, followed by Recreation Period, where campers get to choose from a wide range of activities. After a long day of fun outside, campers are always excited to return to camp the next day. Participants must have a release form, a “How to Go to Camp” form and a health history form filled out and signed by a parent/guardian. Your registration receipt has instructions to access these forms. Forms must be turned into Cloverleaf Ranch prior to camp orientation. All participants and parent(s) are required to attend camp orientation the Sunday before camp starts from 2-3pm to meet our counselors, review the week’s schedule, and tour the ranch. FYI: Registration for each camp will end the Thursday (at midnight) before camp starts on Monday. To register for additional add-on activities, call Cloverleaf Ranch at (707) 545-5906. Min 10 Max 20 Instructor: Cloverleaf Ranch Staff 8:15am-5pm Cloverleaf Ranch – 3892 Old Redwood Highway, Santa Rosa 95403 $290 (S.R. Resident $280) Session 1 Mon-Fri: 6/29-7/3 #75723 Session 2 Mon-Fri: 7/27-7/31 #75724 Session 3 Mon-Fri: 8/3-8/7 #75725 Session 4 Mon-Fri: 8/10-8/14 #75726

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SUMMER VIDEO CAMP (Age 12-14) 1 Week

ANIMAL VET SUMMER BREAK CAMP FOR KIDS (Age 8-12) 4 Days

Want to be an animal doctor? Love animals and science? Then come learn about responsible pet ownership, animal behavior, how animal bodies work, what makes them sick, and the skills veterinarians use to make them better. Our classroom “vet hospital” is equipped with real medical equipment, educational models, videos and demonstrations on how veterinarians spend their day at work! A live pet animal participant will help us put our exam skills to the test. Bring a bag lunch and snack to keep you energized during this fun, interactive academic camp. All materials and a camp t-shirt are included. Email Dr. Pam at pamwittenberg@kidvets.net for camp waiver form. NOTE: no supervision available before or after camp so please drop off and pick up on time. Min 15 Max 25 Instructor: Pam Wittenberg is a veterinarian with 25 years of experience in the field.

She loves sharing her passion for science, animals, and learning with children and adults of all ages.

Mon-Thu, 6/15-6/18 9am-2pm Steele Lane/Rm 6 $243 (S.R. Resident $233) #73598 Mon-Thu, 7/13-7/16 9am-2pm Steele Lane/Rm 6 $243 (S.R. Resident $233) #73599

In this popular camp, students will get hands on training in TV, movie and video production. Classes will involve some lecture, but most of the week will be devoted to fun activities, including the creation of talk shows, music videos, stop motion animation, improvisation exercises, and appearances by special guests, video editing and television studio production. Student projects will be made into a 30-minute program for cablecast on a CMedia channel. At the end of the week family and friends are invited to a special showcase screening where refreshments will be served and certificates of completion will be awarded. All classes are held at CMedia Labs, 1075 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa (569-8785 ext 329.) Min 7 Max 12 Instructor: CMedia Labs Staff (Must have completed 6th grade) Monday - Friday 10am-3pm $175 (S.R. Resident $165) 6/8-6/12 #75400 6/22-6/26 #75401 7/6-7/10 #75402

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MIXED MEDIA SUMMER ART CAMPS (Age 7-12) 4 Days

DRAWING & CREATING ANIMALS ART CAMP (Age 7-12) 4 Days

SUMMER DRAW AND PAINT ART CAMP (Age 7-12) 4 Days

Come mix it up with four great days of art!

Different projects, from painting, drawing, paper maché, mosaics, mono-printing and collage will challenge the budding artist, keeping it interesting and fun! Please bring a lunch and a snack. All materials are included. Wear clothes that you can be creative in! Min 9 Max 12

From cats to bats, all kinds of animals will be drawn and created! First we will sketch the animals in graphite and charcoal using models and magazine pictures. From there we work in color with pastels, colored pencils, ink pens, watercolors and acrylics.

Three-dimensional objects will also be created with paper mache and modeling clay and finished with color. All materials are included and dress to work with art materials. Bring a snack and sack lunch.

Min 9 Max 12

Proportion, perspective, shading, and fun objects like cupcakes and donut along with expression through color from pastels, colored pencils, ink pens, watercolors and acrylic will keep the young artist challenged and learning in this fun art camp.

Please bring snack & lunch. This class can get messy so bring a painting smock / shirt or old clothes. All materials included.

Min 9 Max 12

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli, degree in Fine Arts and teaching youth since 1993.

SUMMER SCULPTURE ART CAMP (Age 7-12) 4 Days Three dimensional works will take on a rich and whimsical look in this allsculpture camp. A large metal wire paper maché creation will be one of our whimsical creations, painted and then decorated with fabric and trim. A small human creation will be made using plaster/ webbing strips and then painted to take on the look of metal. Clay-like ‘Sculpy’ will be used to create an animal of your child’s choice.

Bring a snack and sack lunch. All materials are included. Min 9 Max 12

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli, degree in Fine Arts and teaching youth since 1993.

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli, degree in Fine Arts and teaching youth since 1993.

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli, degree in Fine Arts and teaching youth since 1993.

Course Barcode Location

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Date

Time

Mixed Media Art Camp - Class fee is $217 (S.R. Resident $207) (4 Days) 73709 Finley/Willow Rm 7-12

Mon-Thu

6/8-6/11

9:30am-3:30pm

Summer Draw & Paint Art Camp - Class fee is $217 (S.R. Resident $207) (4 Days) 73708 Finley/Willow Rm 7-12 (4 Days) 73712 Finley/Willow Rm 7-12

Mon-Thu Mon-Thu

6/29-7/2 8/3-8/6

9:30am-3:30pm 9:30am-3:30pm

7/20-7/23

9:30am-3:30pm

Drawing & Creating Animals Art Camp - Class fee is $217 (S.R. Resident $207) (4 Days) 73710 Finley/Willow Rm 7-12 Mon-Thu

Summer Sculpture Art Camp - Class fee is $217 (S.R. Resident $207) (4 Days) 73711 Finley/Willow Rm 7-12 Mon-Thu 7/13-7/16

9:30am-3:30pm

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If a course does not meet the posted minimum enrollment, the activity may cancel.

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ENGARDE FENCING CAMP FOR KIDS (Age 7-12) 5 Days Learn to swordfight! Instructor Jim Liebich brings the ancient art of dueling into the modern world with the exciting sport of fencing. Camp includes an incredible week of fencing, cross-training, games and fun, giving students a solid foundation in this Olympic sport and a summer camp they will NEVER forget. This camp is for the beginning fencer or for those new to the sport. All equipment is provided. Sign up for morning and/or afternoon camps.

Fencers registered for same-day morning and afternoon sessions: a supervised lunch hour is scheduled (no activities scheduled during the lunch hour). Half Day campers: bring snacks. AM & PM campers: bring snacks and a bag lunch. Wear sweats or shorts and tennis or running shoes.

Min 8 Max 20

Barcode Location

Age Day Date

Time

Engarde Fencing Camp for Kids – Class fee is $150 (S.R. Resident $140) 75738 *En Garde Fencing Studio 7-12 M-Fri 6/22-6/26 9-12pm M-Fri 6/22-6/26 12:30-3:30pm 75733 *En Garde Fencing Studio 7-12 75734 *En Garde Fencing Studio 7-12 M-Fri 7/6-7/10 9-12pm 75735 *En Garde Fencing Studio 7-12 M-Fri 7/6-7/10 12:30-3:30pm M-Fri 7/20-7/24 9-12pm 75736 *En Garde Fencing Studio 7-12 75737 *En Garde Fencing Studio 7-12 M-Fri 7/20-7/24 12:30-3:30pm *En Garde Fencing Studio, 917 D Piner Road, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Jim Liebich, owner of En Garde Fencing, Moniteur Degree from the United States Fencing Coaches Association, 13 yrs experience teaching.

SAILING CAMP FOR YOUTH (Age 11-16) Looking for a new and exciting activity for your child this summer? Try this class and your child will not only have fun, but will learn a skill they can take with them for life. Under the guidance of our skilled instructors, your child will get hands on experience sailing on Howarth Park’s Lake Ralphine. Curriculum is developed specifically to engage and teach youth the basic skills of sailing and boating safety. All participants must be comfortable treading water. Min 4 Max 8

ADVANCED SAILING CAMP FOR YOUTH (Age 11-16) This camp is designed for youth who have completed our Sailing Camp. Our experienced instructors will work with you to polish up your sailing skills and teach you more advanced techniques. They will tailor this class to meet your skills and experience, ensuring you leave the class a better sailor. All participants must be comfortable treading water. Min 2 Max 6

Barcode Location

Age Day Date

Time

Sailing Camp for Youth – Class fee is $65 (S.R. Resident $55) 75666 Lake Ralphine 11-16 M-Th 6/15 – 6/18 75667 Lake Ralphine 11-16 M-Th 6/22 – 6/25 75668 Lake Ralphine 11-16 M-Th 7/6 – 7/9 75669 Lake Ralphine 11-16 M-Th 7/20 – 7/23 75672 Lake Ralphine 11-16 M-Th 7/27 – 7/30 75673 Lake Ralphine 11-16 M-Th 8/3 – 8/6

1:15-3:30pm 1:15-3:30pm 1:15-3:30pm 1:15-3:30pm 1:15-3:30pm 1:15-3:30pm

Advanced Sailing Camp for Youth – Class fee is $65 (S.R. Resident $55) 75674 Lake Ralphine 11-16 M-Th 7/13-7/16 75675 Lake Ralphine 11-16 M-Th 8/10-8/13

1:15-3:30pm 1:15-3:30pm

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SUMMER CAMP VERTICAL (Age 7-10 and Age 11-14) 1 Week Give your kids an adventure they’ll never forget during Vertex Climbing Center’s summer rock climbing camp. Rock climbing is an excellent way to build self-esteem, and it’s a blast!

Participants will learn climbing technique, knots and safety skills, with plenty of time for fun and games on Vertex’s 35-foot high walls. Camp includes a full day of climbing outside at Split Rock in Marin or Sunset Boulders on the Sonoma Coast. Equipment and T-shirt included. Min 4 Max 15 Instructor: Vertex Staff.

M, Tu, W, F 9am-12pm Thu 9am-4pm $205 (S.R. Resident $195) Session 1: Session 3: Session 5: Session 7: Session 9:

SUMMER GYMNASTICS CAMP (Age 5-14) 1 Week

(Ages 7-10) June 8-12 June 22-26 July 13-17 July 27-31 Aug 10-14

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(Ages 11-14) Session 2: June 15-19 Session 4: July 6-10 Session 6: July 20-24 Session 8: Aug 3-7

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Vertex Climbing Center of Santa Rosa, a charter member of the Climbing Gym Association of America, has introduced climbing to more than 14,000 people since opening in 1995.

For more information on any programs please call 573-1608 or check on-line at www. climbvertex.com.

Come prepared for lots of flipping, jumping, swinging, and climbing. Child must bring a snack, lunch and something to drink. Each afternoon will be a different activity filled with tumbling, crafts, game day, rock climbing and carnival day. All of our instructors have CPR and First Aid training. Release forms must be completed for each child by a parent/guardian before attending lessons. Release forms provided at SR Gymnastics. Min 6 Max 15 Instructor: SRGC staff.

Monday - Friday $195 (S.R. Resident $185) 8:30am-3:30pm Santa Rosa Gymnastics Center 2210 Bluebell Dr in Santa Rosa 6/8-6/12 #73838

7/6-7/10 #73842

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6/15-6/19 #73839

7/13-7/17 #73843

8/3-8/7 #73846

6/22-6/26 #73840

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Summer Jobs!

2015 Youth Tennis Camp Schedule (Boys & Girls) All aspects of tennis will be covered in these fun-filled, four day tennis camps.

For two hours each day, the participants will have time for instruction, practice, and games. All camps will be held at Galvin Tennis Courts for ages 6-14.

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March 23-26 June 1-4 June 8-11 June 15-18 June 22-25 June 29-July 2 July 6-9 July 13-16 July 20-23 July 27-30 Aug. 3-6 Aug. 10-13

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Are you friendly, energetic, highly motivated and do you love to work with children? Responsible and reliable individuals are needed for part time employment with the Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks Department.

Finley and Ridgway Swim Centers • Lifeguards • Swim Instructors • Concession/Cashiers • Maintenance Aides Howarth Park • Managers • Lake Guards • Barn Attendants • Concession/Cashiers • Amusement Ride Operators • Sailing & Boating Instructors • Instructors for classes in the park Camps • Assistant Camp Directors • Camp Counselors • Camp Counselor Aides • Nature Activities Specialist • Extended Hours Supervisor (Full-time, summer positions) Recreation Sensation Program (7 week summer positions) • Arts & Crafts Specialists • Games/Sports Specialists • Site Leaders • Recreation Leaders Softball Field Prep/Scorekeepers • Field Prep • Scorekeeping Position runs April through August, evenings 2-10pm. Applications will be accepted beginning January 18 and ending March 5.

More classes to check out!

Horsemanship Spring Camp see page 20 for details.

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Applications and job descriptions will be available February 11 (unless stated otherwise) and may be obtained at the Steele Lane Community Center, 415 Steele Lane, or Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Avenue or online at srcity.org/recjobs.

Most positions are filled by mid-April.

Apply early! Pool job descriptions and applications available year round at Finley Aquatic Center, 2060 W. College Avenue or Ridgway Swim Center, 455 Ridgway Avenue.

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YO U T H S U M M E R C A M P S Traditional Day Camps

CAMP YU-CHI Come join us at Camp Yu-Chi for another summer of outdoor fun! Camp Yu-Chi is held in Youth Park in Northwest Santa Rosa (across from Piner High School). This park offers a rustic setting next to a creek, yet convenient for a variety of other activities.

From crafts, games, skits, songs, archery, swimming (at the Finley Aquatic Center), and nature projects, Camp Yu-Chi does it all! We even take an awesome field trip each session specific to that week’s theme!

Each week is capped off with a Friday BBQ

and Parent’s Afternoon program at 4:30pm complete with songs and skits created and performed by the campers themselves!

Camp Yu-Chi hours are Monday through Friday 10:30am-5:15pm with extended hours offered from 7:45am-10:30am (for an additional fee). Please note: All field trips are subject to change.

DOYLE ADVENTURE CAMP This exciting and adventurous day camp program is held in Doyle Park for children between the ages of 6 and 12. Regular camp activities include games, outdoor skills, crafts and special events. Where the “adventure” begins is with the 3-4 CityBus excursions to local destinations! Wednesdays and Fridays campers will head to the Ridgway Swim Center for an afternoon of swimming. One or two additional “field trips” are included during the week. ALL drop-off and pick-up locations will be at the Doyle Park Clubhouse. We invite your children to join us for a week of adventure and fun! Extended hours offered from 7:45-10:30am for an additional fee. Please note: All field trips are subject to change.

CAMP WA-TAM This unique summer day camp program is held in Howarth Park for children ages 6 through 12. We invite your children to join us for a week in the great outdoors, meeting new friends and participating in activities such as canoeing, archery, nature & craft projects, and hiking to Spring Lake for a day of swimming. Thursday is a special day and evening. Campers arrive at 1pm and spend the afternoon putting the finishing touches on their costumes and props for the very exciting Parents Night Program! Dinner is cooked over a campfire, and all parents, grandparents, and friends begin arriving at 6:30pm for an hour of entertainment as the campers present songs, skits and spontaneous comedy. Following the program, parents say good night, and we wind up the day with a snack, a special T-shirt ceremony, and a peaceful night’s sleep under the stars!

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CAMP YU-CHI HOURS/FEES Mon-Fri: 10:30am-5:15pm Fees: $170 (S.R. Resident $160) $15 off if you register by June 8th Extended Hours (optional)* Mon-Fri: 7:45am-10:30am Extended Hours: $50 additional* *Must register separately for extended hours.

DOYLE CAMP HOURS/FEES Mon-Fri 10:30am-5:15pm Fees: $170 (S.R. Resident $160) $15 off if you register by June 8th Extended Hours (optional)* Mon-Fri: 7:45am-10:30am Extended Hours: $40 additional* *Must register separately for extended hours.

CAMP WA-TAM HOURS/FEES Mon-Wed: 9:30am-3pm Thurs: 1pm (camp begins) Fri: 10am (camp ends) Fees: $180 (S.R. Resident $170) Extended Hours (optional)* Mon-Wed: 3-5:15pm Extended Hours: $50 additional* *Must register separately for extended hours.

Don’t forget...

When registering for a session of camp and you need extended hours, you must first register for the camp session; then register for extended hours with the appropriate barcode numbers.

LATE FEES There is a late fee of $5 for every 15 minutes you are late in picking up your child!

Please be on time! A 25% cancellation fee will be charged if request is received less than 7 days prior to the start of camp.

Date

Theme

Camp

Barcode

Week #1 6/15 - 6/19 Wild, Wild, West

Wa-Tam Doyle Yu-Chi

73500 73526 73557

73501 73527 73558

Week #2 6/22- 6/26 Super Shark Week

Wa-Tam Doyle Yu-Chi

73502 73528 73559

73503 73541 73560

Week #3 6/29 - 7/3 Cave Dwellers

Wa-Tam Doyle Yu-Chi

73504 73542 73561

73505 73544 73562

Week #4 Movie Magic 7/6-7/10

Wa-Tam Doyle Yu-Chi

73506 73545 73563

73507 73546 73564

Week #5 7/13 - 7/17 “Sun”sational Science

Wa-Tam Doyle Yu-Chi

73508 73547 73565

73509 73548 73566

Week #6 7/20- 7/24 Super-duper Hero Week

Wa-Tam Doyle Yu-Chi

73510 73511 73549 73550 73567 73568

Week #7 7/27 - 7/31 Pirate Week

Wa-Tam Doyle Yu-Chi

73512 73551 73569

73519 73552 73570

Week #8 Jammin in the Jungle 8/3 - 8/7

Wa-Tam Doyle Yu-Chi

73520 73553 73571

73521 73554 73580

Week #9 8/10 - 8/14 Mystery

Wa-Tam Doyle No Yu-Chi

73522 73555

73523 73556

Week #10 8/17 - 8/21

Wa-Tam

73524

73525

Wet, Wild & Wacky

Ext. Hrs

* Week #10 based on minimum enrollment of 50 campers.

CAMPS REFUND POLICY Full refund if request is received 7 days prior to first day of camp. 25% cancellation fee charged if less than 7 days prior to start of camp. No refunds after 5pm Thursday prior to camp.

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2015 Camp Themes for Camp Yu-Chi, Doyle Adventure Camp and Camp Wa-Tam Celebrating over 50 years of offering quality Day Camps!

Wild, Wild, West

Super-Duper Hero Week

Mystery Week

Dust off those Cowboy boots and put on your hats as we explore the dusty trails at camp! Spend the week “Home on the Range” as the Wildlife Associates visits with animals from California’s Wild West. A gold rush, western-style food, games and crafts will only add to the fun. Doyle and Yu-chi campers will be taking a field trip to Full House Farm where we will have lunch, see how cheese is made, and maybe even milk a cow!

Is it a bird? A Plane? No! –It’s those wacky and wild counselors from the Camps programs! Camp crafts and group games will highlight your child’s favorite super heroes! Camp Yu-Chi and Doyle Adventure Camp will scale walls like their favorite web slinger as they visit Vertex Climbing Center. Join us for a MARVELOUS week as all three camps do their best to thwart the camp villain from stealing their t-shirts!

Campers will become detectives as they try to solve the big camp mystery! A lesson from Sherlock Holmes and plenty of clues will help keep campers on their toes! Who knows what animals might show up when Wildlife Associates will visit on Thursday, and the whole camp is sure to be surprised when the dinner menu is revealed! (Camp Wa-Tam and Doyle Adventure Camp Only)

“Sun”sational Science

Wet, Wild and Wacky*

Break out your sunscreen and get ready for a Sunsational week of camp! The fun begins with creative science based art projects that involve the summer sun and the campers’ own imaginations. All three camps will enjoy stories by the always entertaining, Georgia Churchill. Doyle and Yu-Chi campers will enjoy a chemistry magic show in the science laboratory at the S.R.J.C.!

Come join us for a wild week of water games and wacky fun, as well as a surprise special guest! Whether it’s surfing the slip-and-slide or splashing your counselor at Spring Lake or the pool, you are sure to find plenty of ways to beat the heat during this very wet, very wild, and extremely wacky week!(Camp Wa-Tam Only)

Super Shark Week Mermaids, shells, fish, whales and don’t forget SHARKS await us as campers explore life under the sea through nature and craft projects. Nature projects will focus on debunking shark myths as we make shark tooth necklaces! Doyle Adventure Camp and Camp Yu-Chi will visit Doran Beach for a day of fun at the beach! (there will be no swimming on this field trip). All three camps will top off the week with an outrageous “Under” the Water Fair!

Cave Dwellers Journey back to the “Land Before Time” when your counselors lived in caves and dinosaurs roamed the land. Each group will learn to live off the land like cave people, which will include outdoor cooking skills! Wild Life associates will bring their famous “Reptile Show” complete with a boa, a python and monitor lizard! Doyle Adventure Camp and Camp Yu-Chi will roam the caverns of Pump It Up!

Movie Magic Future directors, actors and producers step right up for some movie magic! The camp staff has a variety show planned in which the campers will be the stars. Creativity will abound as props, costumes and special effects are created. Doyle Adventure Camp and Camp Yu-Chi will visit the cinemas for a movie treat and each camp will enjoy a performance by a magician!

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Pirate Week Join the camp staff as they hoist the sails and swab the decks on a journey of the seven seas! Fun and adventure are in sight as we sail unchartered waters. You’ll spend the week in search of camp’s hidden treasure and return home with tales of your exploits! (Doyle and Yu-Chi Campers will take a trip to Doran Beach for a scavenger hunt in search of buried treasure!)

*PLEASE NOTE: This week of Camp is contingent on a minimum enrollment of 50 Campers.

Field trips are subject to change.

Jammin’ in the Jungle!

Lions and tigers and Bears Oh My! Get your gear ready as we delve into the deepest, darkest jungles that Howarth, Doyle and Youth Parks have to offer. You may not see a tiger, but Ranger Steve might have a mountain lion up his sleeve when he brings his Wildlife Associates show to town! Doyle Adventure Camp and Camp Yu-Chi will visit explore the jungles of Armstrong Woods!

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UCP OF THE NORTH BAY PRESENTS: CAMP KAOS 2015! (Age 6-17)

Day Camp Questions & Answers for Camp Yu-Chi, Doyle Adventure Camp and Camp Wa-Tam What is the supervision ratio?

Each group of 15 to 17 campers is supervised by one counselor, one counselor aide and 2-3 CIT’s (counselors-in-training).

What is the age range of your staff?

Generally, our counselors are college age students and our counselor aides are high school age.

Does your staff receive training?

All of our staff and volunteers attend a one week inservice training program to learn how to lead the various activities in a fun and safe manner.

Will my child be with kids his/her own age?

Yes! Tribes/Groups are divided by age so that the activities can be tailored accordingly.

Can my child be grouped with a friend?

In order for requests to be considered, BOTH campers must request each other at the time of registration. Groups are divided by age, so please be sure that the friends requesting one another are of similar age (by one year). We strive to maintain a group size of between 15-17 and will not rearrange groups if this number is compromised. We will try to accommodate all requests, however cannot guarantee placement. Only requests made prior to the first day of camp will be considered.

Do I need to park my car and get out to check my child in each day?

Yes, for the safety of the children it is important that parents/guardians check the child in and out with the counselor in person. Finding a parking space may take a few minutes so please plan to arrive early and remain patient until you find a designated parking space.

Do the camps fill up fast?

Camp Wa-Tam does! Due to Wa-Tam’s popularity and limited space, you will only be able to register for a maximum of four sessions until June, 2015. Please sign-up early if you have a specific week in mind!

What does my child need to bring?

United Cerebral Palsy of the North Bay, in cooperation with the City of Santa Rosa Recreation and Parks Department, will be holding its annual day camp, Tuesday through Friday, August 4th through August 7st, from 10am until 3pm at Howarth Park in Santa Rosa. Activities will include art and crafts, music, adapted sports, games, train rides, and more! This camp is organized and run by UCP of the North Bay camp directors and staffed by dedicated and trained volunteers. This unique and fun day camp offers many exciting experiences. Cost is $180 for the week. For more information, contact UCP of the North Bay at (707) 766-9990 or visit the website at www.ucpnb.org

KAMP KENNEDY (Age 6-18) Santa Rosa Rec & Parks, in partnership with United Cerebral Palsy of the North Bay is once again proud to offer Kamp Kennedy in its 44th year! This is a day camp for children & teens ages 6-18 with developmental disabilities. While greeting old friends and making new ones, children will experience boating, crafts, songs, story time, games, and outdoor cooking. Kamp will take place at the Howarth Park Gazebo. Cost is $135, however, Kamperships are available. If requesting a Kampership, a $75 deposit is required. Kamp will be supervised by volunteers and summer camp staff specializing in good times and rewarding activities! Please note: A Special Needs Information sheet will be mailed in early July for registered participants.

Ages 6-18 Tues-Fri, 7/28-7/31 Tues-Thurs, 10am-3pm Fri, 2-7pm Howarth Park Gazebo $135 #73499

Specifics are included in the parent letter that will be mailed in early June. For those who register online, you can download the parent letter.

Can my 5¾ year old attend camp?

Only if they have completed a year of Kinder and are entering the 1st grade in Fall 2015.

Are scholarships available?

Scholarships are available for those who reside within the city limits of Santa Rosa and/ or Santa Rosa Unified School district. Please see page 91 for more information.

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B OAT I N G & S A I L I N G Boating & Sailing in Howarth Park BOAT RENTAL INFORMATION Lifejackets are provided for free with the rental and all boaters MUST wear a lifejacket.

Paddleboat: $10/hour Accommodates: 4 people/740 lbs.

Paddleboat w/canopy: $12/hour Accommodates: 4 people/740 lbs.

Single Kayak: $5/hour Accommodates: 1 person Double Kayak: $8/hour Accommodates: 2 people Sailboat: $10/hour Accommodates: 2 people/370 lbs.

Please Note: You must have experience sailing and pass a short sailing test.

Canoe: $10/hour Accommodates: 4 people/730 lbs.

Paddleboard: $10/hour Accomodates 1 person Rowboat: $8/hour Accommodates: 5 people/925 lbs.

PLEASE NOTE: Boats are rented on a first-come, first-served basis: we do NOT take reservations. We accept cash, checks, Visa or MasterCard.

Please, no large bills.

Spring Rental Hours: March 7 - June 7, Sat/Sun 11am-5pm, weather permitting.

Also open Spring Break March 23-26 (M-Th 11am-5pm), Easter Sunday April 20 (1-5pm), Memorial Day Monday, May 26 Summer Rental Hours: June 13 - August 20, Sat-Sun 11am-5pm, Mon-Thur 11am-4:30pm (Closed Fridays), weather permitting.

BRING YOUR OWN BOAT TO HOWARTH You are welcome to bring you own boat to Lake Ralphine. There is a day launch fee of $2 per boat, or a yearly launch permit for $10 per boat. These are available at the Boathouse during rental hours. (If you come during non-rental hours, you can launch your boat for free.) Boats over 20 ft are not allowed. Electric engines only!

PRIVATE CLASSES AND LESSONS If you are interested in a private class for yourself or for a group, please contact us at howarthpark@srcity.org or call 543-3298.

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B OAT I N G & S A I L I N G B OAT I N G & S A I L I N G Boating & Sailing Class Information KAYAKING (Age 5+) 1 Day Paddle around Lake Ralphine enjoying the outdoors and the wildlife! Our experienced instructors will work with you on learning paddling, kayak handling skills, and boating safety, while having loads of fun! Learn how to launch a kayak from the shore and the boat dock and how to safely get in and out of the kayak. Whether you come alone or with family and friends, be prepared for an enjoyable time on the lake!

Please Note: Children ages 5-8 MUST be accompanied by an adult that is registered for the class! Min 4 Max 8

PADDLEBOARDING (Age 8+) Come to Howarth Park to enjoy paddleboarding lessons!

Lessons include personal instruction on techniques for the beginner and advanced boarder alike. The first hour of class will be intensive instruction followed by an hour of ‘free paddling” in which the instructor will be on the water for follow up instruction for all students. Min 4 Max 7

BOATING BASICS (Age 8+) Have fun boating on Lake Ralphine and enjoy boating races and games with other class participants. Bring a friend or come alone – you are sure to have a great time!

Participants will learn basic water safety through paddle boating, develop some basic boating skills through kayaking, canoeing, row boating, and paddleboarding and even experience an introduction to sailing! Min 5 Max 10

BEGINNER’S SAILING CLASS (Age12+) 1 Day Have you ever wanted to learn to sail? Come out to Howarth Park’s Lake Ralphine and our experienced instructors will teach you the basics needed to enjoy sailing around the lake. All participants must be comfortable treading water. NOTE: This class is an introductory class. We recommend taking Intermediate/Advanced Sailing after completion of this course to develop the skills needed to fully enjoy independent sailing. Min 4 Max 8

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED SAILING CLASS (Age 12+) 1 Day The Intermediate/Advanced Sailing Class is perfect for sailors who would like to have an instructor available to answer questions and give them tips. Our instructors will help you expand on the skills and the knowledge needed to gain more confidence on the water. This class can be repeated as many times as you choose to reach your desired level of ability. All participants must be comfortable treading water.

NOTE: Participants must have basic sailing and boating safety knowledge. Completion of either Sailing Camp for Youth, Beginner’s Sailing, or Boating Basics is recommended prior to taking this course. Min 3 Max 6

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For boating, sailing, and kayaking classes, please brings clothes and shoes that you wouldn’t mind getting wet. Sailing and kayaking classes do practice capsizing, so come prepared! Although not all the classes get into the water, it is good to be ready just in case. You may also wish to bring a towel, hat, sun block, water, and a snack. Please leave any valuables at home or locked securely in your vehicle, out of sight.

For Summer sailing camps please see page 34.

For Paddleboard Yoga Classes please see page 54.

Barcode Location

Age Day Date

Time

Kayaking – Class fee is $25 (S.R. Resident $20) 75663 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 4/11 75677 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 5/2 75678 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 6/6 75679 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 6/27 75680 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 7/18 75689 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 8/1 75690 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 8/15 75697 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 9/12

10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm

Paddle boarding – Class fee is $25 (S.R. Resident $20) 75670 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 4/18 75691 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 5/16 75692 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 6/20 75693 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 7/11 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 7/25 75694 75695 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 8/8 75696 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 8/22 75698 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 9/2

10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm 10:30am-12:30pm

Boating Basics – Class fee is $50 (S.R. Resident $40) Lake Ralphine 8+ M-Th 6/15-6/18 10:30am-12:45pm 75659 75660 Lake Ralphine 8+ M-Th 6/22-6/25 10:30am-12:45pm 75661 Lake Ralphine 8+ M-Th 7/6-7/9 10:30am-12:45pm 75662 Lake Ralphine 8+ M-Th 7/20-7/23 10:30am-12:45pm 75664 Lake Ralphine 8+ M-Th 7/27-7/30 10:30am-12:45pm 8/3-8/6 10:30am-12:45pm 75665 Lake Ralphine 8+ M-Th Beginner’s Sailing Class – Class fee is $40 (S.R. Resident $35) 4/25 75676 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 75681 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 5/16 75682 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 5/30 75683 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 6/13 75684 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 7/11 75685 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 7/18 75686 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 8/8 75687 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 8/22 75688 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 9/5

12:45-4:45pm 12:45-4:45pm 12:45-4:45pm 12:45-4:45pm 12:45-4:45pm 12:45-4:45pm 12:45-4:45pm 12:45-4:45pm 12:45-4:45pm

Intermediate/Advanced Sailing Class – Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $30) 12+ Sat 5/23 2-4:30pm 75699 Lake Ralphine 75700 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 6/27 2-4:30pm 75701 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 7/18 2-4:30pm 75702 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 8/29 2-4:30pm 75703 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 9/19 2-4:30pm

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NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES Neighborhood Services Program Facts: • 1,431 youth participated in youth sports programs, camps and field trips at eight sites in Santa Rosa.

• 1,440 youth and parents received produce and grocery supplies supplied by the Redwood Empire Food Bank through the Family Nutrition Program.

• 1,482 youth and parents attended 35 community special events within their neighborhood, celebrating cultural diversity, inclusivity and sense of community.

FLAG FOOTBALL Neighborhood Services conducted another successful season of NFL Flag Football! Serving over 90 disadvantaged, at-risk youth who meet eligibility requirements, the NFL Flag program provides a safe, educational means to learn one of America’s greatest pastimes: football!

Youth participants (grades 3-6) practiced at either Coffey Park or Southwest Community Park, and games were held on Saturdays at Northwest Community Park.

Coaches conducted drills that focused on football fundamentals, but more important than the game is how coaches model appropriate behavior and respect. Our goal is for players to learn valuable lessons on the field and then carry them into the adult world and stay safe by making positive choices. As the season progressed, coaches witnessed positive impact on self-esteem and confidence in players. We look forward to another fantastic season in 2015!

SCHOOL BREAK CAMPS Neighborhood Services offers a variety of camp programs to keep youth engaged when schools are on holiday breaks. This past Thanksgiving and Winter Break we offered two sports camps for 120 youth grades 3-6, plus two more camps that focused on art and learning excursions for 120 youths in grades 1-6. Our camps focus on safety, respectfulness and responsibility while having tons of fun. We are looking forward to hosting two more spring break camps in March!

FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM Working with the Redwood Empire Food Bank, Neighborhood Services provides food and fresh produce to families in need through this. Food is delivered at Apple Valley the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every

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month and Valley Oak the 2nd and 4th Thursday. There is an additional delivery for seniors at Valley Oak the first Friday of the month. A monthly bilingual informational sheet with recipes, exercise and nutrition tips is also provided.

Basketball The Neighborhoods Services Jr. Warriors League continues to thrive. Basketball has been especially successful as capacity for the Jr. Warriors programs has expanded once again. Neighborhoods Services Basketball League has a capacity of eight teams in the minors division, 4th6th graders, and the majors division now has a capacity of six teams of 7th-8th graders!

The expansion has enabled us to reach over 150 at risk youth in the community as we provide a fun, safe and healthy alternative to gang participation and/ or violence. Our youth have been OUR YOUTH. given the opOUR SAFETY. portunity to play basketball in a safe OUR COMMUNITY. A collaborative effort setting while also involving private citizens, learning important government, local communitypersonal characbased organizations, schools, parents, the faith community, teristics such as and local law enforcement. respect, responsiLearn more at bility and sportswww.ThePartnership.srcity.org manship from #PartnerUpSR great coaching.

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GOURD BIRDHOUSES (Age18+) 1 Day Grace your garden or patio with a lovely environmentally harmonious habitat for your feathered friends created by you from a common garden gourd. Learn valuable techniques for cutting, coloring and finishing your gourd to attract the birds and keep it weather-safe. Gain lots of useful tips about gourd craft, and the use of simple cutting tools and wood burners.

Step by step instructions are provided. All the tools, materials and the gourd needed to complete your project are included.

No previous skill required. Beginners to advanced welcome. Min 6 Max 12 Instructor: Jeri Lyn Nager – See Decorative Gourd Art for Everyone bio Sat, 2/28 – 1-4pm Finley/Maple Rm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75891

GOURD LUMINARIES AND PATIO LIGHTS (Age 18+) 1 Day Light up your life, your home, your yard & patio with easy-to-make luminaries made from...GOURDS! With a few well placed cuts, special paint and decorations create soft night lights, stunning patio lights, driveway lights and more. No electricity is required and no hazardous materials are involved. Just add a battery operated candle and your gourd will be glowing, attracting nothing but compliments!

Min 6 Max 12 Instructor: Jeri Lyn Nager – See Decorative Gourd Art for Everyone bio Thu, 3/19 - 6-9pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 26 $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75889

DECORATIVE GOURD ART FOR EVERYONE (Age 18+) 1 Day

Pyrography more commonly known as “wood burning” is the art of creating a design or lettering with a hand held burning tool. Wood, leather and other organic surfaces can be dramatically enhanced with the skilled use of this tool. Learn safe use of the woodburner and practice various techniques & textures with three different tool tips on a wooden “sampler.” Our project will consist of woodburning a design on a small wooden box or plaque. There will be ample designs and borders available for transfer. Your box will be ready to take home at the end of class. Beginners are welcome. Materials are provided. This class will show you all the basics you’ll need to transform gourds into unique & useful art.

Min 6 Max 12 Instructor: Jeri Lyn Nager is a gifted local gourd artist who has been showing her gourds and patiently teaching her craft for several years here, and throughout the Bay Area.

Sat, 5/16 - 1-4pm Finley/Maple Rm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75887

BALLOON ART - TWISTING THE NIGHT AWAY! (Age 8+) 1 Day Shape a dog and giraffe or a party hat out of a balloon and impress your friends. You will be taught the basics and can be as creative as you like. This class is designed for the beginner. Young and old alike, balloons are a great way to be creative and entertaining. Everyone will take home their own balloon sculpting creations.

Min 8 Max 20 Pamela Sue Porter is a clown/juggler/facepainter/balloon artist. She is with the Hiccup Circus in the winter in Hawaii and is a local performer in Santa Rosa.

Thu, 5/28 - 6:30-8pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 21 $30 (S.R. Resident $20) #75890

ACRYLIC PAINTING MADE EASY (Age 18+) 4 Dates Discover your inner artist while exploring the versatility of acrylic paints. Learn about mixing and using color for best effects, experiment with texture, from thick to thin, different brushes, use of palette knife, texturing mediums. Are you drawn to realism, impressionism, abstraction? Find out by exploring different subjects: landscape, abstract designs, still life, or fantasy. This class is for beginners as well as more experienced painters looking for stimulus and feedback. Fee includes materials.

Min 8 Max 12 Instructor: Sasha Pepper, over 30 yrs professional artist and teaching experience, M.A. in Art from UC Berkeley.

Wed, 2/25-3/18 – 6-8:30pm Finley/Willow Rm $100 (S.R. Resident $90) #73687 Thu, 4/2-4/23 – 6-8:30pm Finley/Willow Rm $100 (S.R. Resident $90) #73688

Thu, 8/6 - 6:30-8pm Finley/Maple Rm $30 (S.R. Resident $20) #75888

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Arts & Crafts

BEGINNING WATERCOLOR (Age 13+) 4 Dates Learn to tame this wonderful wet medium and make it work for you! This beginning class starts off with color, and then introduces proper brushes, paper, tools and technique. All materials are included.

Min 8 Max 12 Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli, degree in art from San Jose University, over 30 years art experience, teaches throughout Sonoma, Napa and Marin Counties.

Wed, 5/6-5/27 – 5:30-7:30pm Finley/Willow Rm $97 (S.R. Resident $87) #73715

BASIC DRAWING (Age 13+) 4 Dates Learn to ‘draw what you see’ as Kathryn guides you through various exercises to gain the understanding and concepts of proportioning, negative space, perspective, how light effects your drawing and more.

This class will help build your eye-brainhand connection/coordination. Still life’s, landscapes and portraiture will be explored to understand how the concepts translate into actual composition and the end product. Graphite pencil and drawing paper will be our basic tools and all materials are provided in the course fee. Min 8 Max 12

FUNDAMENTAL DRAWING WITH FRENCH ARTIST CHRISTIAN QUINTIN (Age 18+) 5 Dates

Tue, 6:30-8:30pm Finley Person Senior Wing/Rm 26 $98 (S.R. Resident $88)

This relevant university level class on the fundamentals of drawing includes understanding mass, volume and seeing objects as three dimensional figures, the study of ellipses and perspective, shading and depth, landscape, composition and most important creativity. The skills that you will learn are accessible and will help you convey what you see, feel or imagine. For all levels and is tailored to new students as well as returning one. Min 10 Max 24 NOTE: Contact Christian at christianquintin@comcast.net or call 916-833-2500 for the class list of supplies.

3/3-3/31 #73600 4/7-5/5 #73601 5/12-6/16 (No class 6/2) #73602 6/23-7/28 (No class 7/7) #73713

Instructor: Christian Quintin, born in Brittany, France, studied at the Beaux Arts Academy in Paris and moved to the United States in 1981. Christian has exhibited his art in galleries and museums in San Francisco, New York and the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento and has been a recipient of numerous public and private commissions.

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli, see “Beginning Watercolor for bio.

Mon, 3/9-4/6 – 5:30-7:30pm (No class 3/23) Finley/Willow Rm $97 (S.R. Resident $87) #73714

More classes to check out!

Movement for Painters and Painting for Movers see page 52 for details.

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Business & Computer

MASTER-PLAN YOUR AFFAIRS The Estate Documents Organizer (Age 18+) 1 Day

Leave a secure legacy. Learn what basic documents and information you need to obtain and how to organize 30 essential topics in an easy-to-follow A-Z records book. Prepare a book to assist your own personal planning, your family, and professionals in managing important financial, legal and personal affairs. Be prepared for the expected, the unexpected, and emergencies too. Honor your life accomplishments and leave an accessible legacy for your heirs. The Estate Documents Organizer book is included in the course fee.

Roy Johnston, Santa Rosa estate planning attorney and financial advisor Darren Blonski will join Julie to answer questions.

Min 7 Max 20 Instructor: Julie Jones, Consulting Services, created this records book in the process of caring for her mother for 20 years. A California credentialed secondary school teacher, she previously taught this class at the Sonoma Valley Adult School for 5 semesters. For more information, please call (707) 343-1252.

PC BASICS (WITH WINDOWS 7) (Age 18+) 1 Day Does a computer intimidate you? Learn the basics on a Windows computer -- how to create documents, save them, change them, and even have some fun while doing it! There will be time to explore related computer topics, such as purchasing, repairing, and upgrading hardware, installing software, and all the other things you’ve wanted to ask about. Min 6 Max 12

MS WORD BASICS (Age 18+) 1 Days Learn the basics of word processing using Microsoft Word. You’ll learn how to create, save, and modify documents, format text for emphasis, move text, add pictures, check spelling, and perform other useful skills. Min 6 Max 12 Instructor: Norman Rose MA, PhD, has been an instructor in SRJC’s Computer Studies Department since 1996.

Instructor: Norman Rose MA, PhD, has been an instructor in SRJC’s Computer Studies Department since 1996.

Sat, 4/11 – 9:30am-1:30pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 23 $60 (S.R. Resident $50) #75810

Sat, 4/4 – 9:30am-1:30pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 23 $60 (S.R. Resident $50) #75808

Sat, 7/18 – 9:30am-1:30pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 23 $60 (S.R. Resident $50) #75811

Sat, 7/11 – 9:30am-1:30pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 23 $60 (S.R. Resident $50) #75809

Thu, 4/23 – 6-8pm Finley/Manzanita Rm $68 (S.R. Resident $58) #75742 Thu, 5/21 – 6-8pm Finley/Manzanita Rm $68 (S.R. Resident $58) #75743

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Business & Computer MS EXCEL BASICS (Age 18+) 1 Day Learn the basics of spreadsheet software, using Microsoft Excel. You’ll learn how to create and format a worksheet to perform math operations, so you can create budgets, invoices, financial records, grade books, etc.

You’ll also learn how to create charts and graphs from your data. Min 6 Max 12 Instructor: Norman Rose MA, PhD, has been an instructor in SRJC’s Computer Studies Department since 1996.

Sat, 4/18 – 9:30am-1:30pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 23 $60 (S.R. Resident $50) #75812 Sat, 7/25 – 9:30am-1:30pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 23 $60 (S.R. Resident $50) #75813

MS POWERPOINT BASICS (Age 18+) 1 Day This is an introduction to presentation software, using PowerPoint 2013. Learn to prepare, edit and format slide shows.

Discover features that will help you convey your message and keep your audience entertained. Learn how to format text size and color, add pictures and insert special animated effects to your slides.

Min 6 Max 12 Instructor: Norman Rose MA, PhD, has been an instructor in SRJC’s Computer Studies Department since 1996.

Sat, 4/25 – 9:30am-1:30pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 23 $60 (S.R. Resident $50) #75816 Sat, 8/1 – 9:30am-1:30pm Person Sr Wing/Rm 23 $60 (S.R. Resident $50) #75817

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INTRODUCTION TO USING YOUR IPHONE & IPAD (Age 18+) 1 Day Your iPhone and iPad can do so much; learn their full potential! This course is for people who have an iPhone or iPad and want to learn how to use it and become more comfortable with it. Learn about the email, iMessaging, and Siri. Master the built-in applications and even how to use FaceTime to see your family and friends while talking to them. You will also learn how to find and pick the best applications. This is an interactive, hands-on class, so bring your iPhone or iPad and your questions. Min 8 Max 15 Instructor: Richard Lazovick has a BS-EE from Cornell University and an MBA from UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. He has worked as a hardware and software engineer, an inventor, and a teacher. He has also done marketing, website design, and social media.

Thu, 3/12 – 6-9pm Finley/Willow Rm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75805 Thu, 5/14 – 5:30-8:30pm Finley/Willow Rm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75806

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Cooking

Cooking with Jill Nussinow (Age 18+) 1 Day Instructor Jill Nussinow, aka The Veggie Queen™, shares her passion and enthusiasm for cooking with you. She is the author of the cookbook, The New Fast Food™: The Veggie Queen Pressure Cooks Whole Food Meals in Less than 30 Minutes.

LEARNING TO EAT PLANT-BASED: BEYOND DAIRY & MEAT - HOW TO ENJOY YOUR FOOD Jill Nussinow has been following a plantbased diet for the better part of 20 years and shares her ‘not-so-secret’ secrets which tells how to switch to plant-based eating and how to make it as tasty as possible!

Learn how to prepare simple meals based on grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, vegetables and mushrooms, as well as herbs and spices. Jill also shares her CHAMPS formula – find out what that is! The class will include a section on uamami, fermentation and making non-dairy cheese. You will get to taste everything that is made.

Min 10 Max 14 Thu, 2/26 - 6-8:30pm Finley/Kitchen $49 (S.R. Resident $39) #73689

FLAVOR PRINCIPLES: FOOD TASTES GREAT WITH HERBS & SPICES FROM AROUND THE WORLD Venture beyond salt, pepper, garlic and parsley and step into a world of flavor!

Taste at least 12 different spices and herbs and see how they can be used to add amazing flavor (and nutrition) to your food. Find out why the incidence of Alzheimer’s disease is much lower in India, with the use of their staple spice turmeric, than in other parts of the world.

If you don’t know coriander from cardamom, then this is the class for you! Jill will also discuss where to purchase spices so that you don’t have to overspend to get flavorful food. She will prepare dishes with fresh vegetables and other food, you will sample everything served and everyone will leave with a spice blend sample. Min 10 Max 14 Tue, 5/19 - 6-8:30pm Finley/Kitchen $49 (S.R. Resident $39) #73690

CLASSICAL THAI COOKING NEW

Bring pleasure and flavor to your cooking with hands-on instruction that is easy to replicate at home! Chef Phant presents the aspects of Thai food which includes: how to use the herbs, spices, sauces and Asian vegetables, understanding the flavors and textures unique to Thai cooking, including the medicinal aspects, the basics of Thai Curries and decrypting Thai cooking equipment. Awaken and stimulate your palate as you sample individual ingredients unique to Thai cuisine. Chef Phant then prepares each dish, as you smell, taste and understand the nature of the dish before you break into small groups to duplicate the dishes yourself. Course fee includes all food and a copy of Chef Phant’s delightful cookbook “Classical & Traditional Home-Style Thai Cooking”. The menu contains food for a well-balanced and healthy diet, including gluten and dairy free. Min 8 Max 16 Instructor: Phant (‘Pon”’) Worakul, author of ‘Classical & Traditional Home-Style Thai Cooking’ and founder of Thai Essence, providing Thai cooking workshops, cooking sessions, personal chef services and cooking demonstrations to various culinary schools and events in the Bay Area.

Classic Thai Dishes Menu: Chicken with coconut soup, Thai sweet & sour shrimps, Steamed fish curry and Thai fried rice Sat, 4/11 – 10am -1pm Finley/Kitchen $92 (S.R. Resident $82) #73696 Famous Street Food Menu: Pad Thai, Thai spring rolls, Papaya salad, Grilled pork, Sticky rice Thu, 6/18 - 6 -9pm Finley/Kitchen $92 (S.R. Resident $82) #73695 Casual Thai Food Menu: Thai large salad, Pineapple curry, Shrimp cake, Stir-fried chicken with cashew nuts, Steamed rice Sat, 8/1 – 10am -1pm Finley/Kitchen $92 (S.R. Resident $82) #73697

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The Best of What’s in Season - with Chef Monica Almond (Age 18+) 1 Day - Min 8 Max 12 The pleasure of the simple act of turning fresh fruits and vegetables into nourishment unites us with the earth, the seas and the rebirth of seasons. Join Chef Monica in her lecture/hands-on cooking workshops as she combines the flavors of World Cuisines with traditional American dishes to give a new taste to this magnificent time of the year. *All classes feature Brutocao and Bliss Wine pairings: must be 21+ to taste. Monica Almond, Associate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary Arts.

QUINOA – THE ULTIMATE PROTEIN

CHICKEN AND CHERRY CHUTNEY

Quinoa (Kinwa) is gluten-free, easy to digest and considered to be a ‘super food’ for its health properties, balance of essential amino acids and high protein content. Join Chef Monica as she shows you how to prepare Quinoa Spinach & Avocado Salad and Quinoa Black Bean Burgers.

Chef Monica shows you how to enhance the flavors in this unique dish that combines Roasted Chicken with Cherry chutney.

Her menu is then rounded off with a mixed greens & Pickled Beet Salad.

Mon, 3/9 – 6 -8pm Finley/Kitchen $47 (S.R. Resident $37) #73691

Mon, 5/18 – 6 -8pm Finley/Kitchen $50 (S.R. Resident $40) #73693

SPRING DELIGHTS! Chef Monica will show you how to delight your palate with these fresh and flavorful dishes: Mango Fiss, Arugula Salad with Parmesan & Papaya, and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken with Spring Vegetables.

Mon, 3/16 – 6 -8pm Finley/Kitchen $52 (S.R. Resident $42) #73692

USING JUNIPER BERRIES Join Chef Monica’s renaissance of the Juniper Berry’s ancient popularity, with its delicate, rustic, resinous flavor with a pleasant tartness as a seasoning for her Pork Chops Marinated with Juniper and Garlic, accompanied by Spicy Eggplant.

Mon, 4/13 – 6 -8pm Finley/Kitchen $46 (S.R. Resident $36) #73694

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FLAMENCO DANCE FOR BEGINNERS, LEVEL 1 (Age 18+) 8 Dates

FLAMENCO TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP (Age 18+) 4 Dates NEW

Stomping feet, graceful hands and - attitude! This is the proud and powerful dance from Spain known as flamenco.

Joelle offers fundamental footwork patterns, arm and hand movements, hip movement, and a general understanding of flamenco rhythms. Each new session offers new choreography as well as flamenco technique exercises. Students are encouraged to wear a shoe with a sturdy heel. Character projection and confidence building exercises are also taught. Classes are accompanied by student and professional guitarists. Min 10 Max 20

This four week course is a flamenco technique intensive. Students will learn the basic techniques needed for flamenco without having to memorize choreography. Each class offers fun exercises in rhythm and movement that will challenge students of all levels. As always, classes are accompanied by live guitarists. Come join us! Min 10 Max 20

Instructor: Joelle Goncalves, over 10 yrs. Experience and is the Artistic Director of dance troupe ‘Sol Flamenco’.

Wed, 5:30-6:30 pm Person Sr. Wing/ Rm 4 $67 (S.R. Resident $57) 2/25-4/15 #73716 5/6-7/1 (No class 6/3) #73717

Instructor:Joelle Goncalves (see Flamenco Dance for Beginners bio).

Tue, 7/15-8/5 – 5:30-6:30 pm Person Sr. Wing/ Rm 4 $39 (S.R. Resident $29) #73719

ARGENTINE TANGO (18+) 4 Dates NEW Learn and enjoy dancing Argentine Tango!

Get a solid foundation as you learn the Tango Embrace, walking, turning, the basic figures, and proper Tango etiquette.

All students: use your skills at an optional Milonga “place to dance Tango” offered throughout the season on the following dates: 3/30, 5/25, 6/29, 7/27. Details are given in class. Come by yourself or with a partner. Dress comfortably—no special clothes required and please wear smoothsoled shoes, either leather or suede will work on the dance floor. Prepare to have fun! Registration is not taken in class so please pre-register. Location: Ellington Hall: 3535 Industrial Drive, Suite B4, in Santa Rosa. Min 10 Max 20.

Instructor: Steven Rose has been dancing Argentine Tango for 13 years.

Mondays, 7:30-9:00 pm Ellington Hall: 3535 Industrial Drive, Suite B4, Santa Rosa $65 (S.R. Resident $55) Mon, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 #73720 Mon, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 5/4 #73721

ALOHA HULA DANCE! (Age 16+) 8 Dates Come take the journey into Hawaiian culture and the beauty of Hawaii. Increase your poise, grace, and flexibility through basic hula steps and hand motions while learning basic Hawaiian words and songs.

Wear comfortable clothing: shorts, loose pants, t-shirts, and bring water! A pa’u hula cloth skirt will be provided or the information to make your own will be available at the class. Aloha, e kono mai (Hello, come in!) Min 10 Max 15 Instructor: Krista Strickland, 15 years hula dance experience, with a foundation of Mark Ho’omalu’s teachings, 7 yrs assisting and teaching children and adults.

Tue, 5:30-6:45 pm Person Sr. Wing/ Rm 25 $59 (S.R. Resident $49) 2/24-4/21 (No class 3/24) #73718 6/9-8/4 (No class 7/7) #73785

Mon, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1, 6/8 #73722 Mon, 6/15, 6/22, 7/6, 7/13 #73725

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Monthly Social Dances “NIGHT CLUB TWO-STEP PARTY” AT FINLEY (Age 18+) For those adults who love to dance, D.J. Steve Luther mixes the greatest sounds from the 40’s to the present. Enjoy dancing to swing, ballroom, Latin, and nightclub favorites in our beautiful auditorium. Enjoy lessons taught by professional dance instructors. Experience the best ballroom dancing in Santa Rosa! Dances are held in the Finley Community Center’s E. Person Auditorium. Admission is $7 (Dance only) or $10 (Lesson & Dance). Beginning Nightclub lesson is from 7-7:30pm; Intermediate Nightclub lesson is from 7:30-8pm; Dancing with DJ Steve is from 8-10:30pm.

Dances are the third Friday of each month:

BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE (Age 16+) 19 Dates Come join us! Tone-up and tune-in to an exciting dance form. Belly dance is an age-old form of dance expression that strengthens and firms your body. Rhythms from North Africa accompany you while you move to rich sounds and beautiful music. Wear comfortable clothing. Optional costuming information is given at the first class.

Min 18 Max 30.

Instructor: Theresea Jade, performer and choreographer, teaches in a supportive and fun atmosphere.

Tue, 6:15-7:15 pm – 2/24-8/4 No class 3/24, 4/7, 4/28, 6/2, 7/7 Steele Lane/DeMeo Rm $100 (S.R. Resident $90) #73494

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JEWELS OF BELADI – BELLY DANCE TROUPE (Age 16+) 19 Dates

February 20 March 20 April 17 May 15 June 19 July 17

Jewels of Beladi offers performance opportunities, technique and advanced movement with finger cymbals, and is designed for experienced dancers or for those who have taken Beg/Intermediate Belly Dance with Theresea Jade, Challenge yourself in this supportive and fun class, and enjoy a “Hafla” dance party at the end of the season.

Costuming is required. Min 10 Max 20 Instructor: Theresea Jade, performer and choreographer, teaches in a supportive and fun atmosphere.

Tue, 7:15-8:45 pm – 2/24-8/4 No class 3/24, 4/7, 4/28, 6/2, 7/7 Steele Lane/DeMeo Rm $167 (S.R. Resident $157) #73495

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FELDENKRAIS®: TRANSFORMATIONAL MOVEMENT LESSONS® (Age 18+) 4 Dates

MOVEMENT FOR PAINTERS AND PAINTING FOR MOVERS (Age 18+) 6 Dates

CHANGE WITH AGILITY – FELDENKRAIS® AWARENESS MOVEMENT (Age 18+) 6 Dates

Do you want relief from pain or limitations?

To move with greater ease and comfort?

Increase your sense of strength and mobility? Transformational movement lessons, based on the work of Moshe Feldenkrais and Anat Baniel can help. You will learn, by doing gentle, novel movements to awaken your brain, change neural connections, and make new patterns. These changes create differences that you can use in your everyday life. Wear layered warm, loose fitting clothing and bring a towel for extra comfort. Min 12 Max 20

A class designed to encourage the creative process through art and movement.

Feldenkrais® Awareness Through Movement® lessons and drawing/marking/painting on paper will be used to 1) Learn how patterns of movement influence your brain and your expression of painting/drawing 2) Move in new ways, exploring a sensory experience that refines or expands your physical practice, be it dance, theatre, yoga, or sports, and embody it in two-dimensional visual form. People with all levels of experience are welcome. Bring own mat.

Min 8 Max 20

Fri, 11 am-12 pm Steele Lane/Hub Rm $41 (S.R. Resident $31)

Wed, 3:00-5:00 pm DeTurk Round Barn $118 (S.R. Resident $108)

2/27-3/20 #73575

6/5-6/26 #73579

3/18-4/22 #75714

4/3-4/24 #73576

7/17-8/7 #73596

5/20-6/24 #75717

Change With Agility - Feldenkrais Awareness Movement Whether you are 14, 25, 45 or 80, you are changing! Do you want to be more agile, flexible or fluid, from head to toe? In this class you will 1) become more conscious of how you move and how your thinking and emotions influence your movements and 2) increase your ability to direct change for yourself. Through gentle, non-competitive movement sequences, Feldenkrais® teaches you to move more efficiently and with less effort. You will clarify your mind-body-brain connection. Reduce strain caused by driving or using a computer; improve your sport, yoga or dance.

Learn to increase grace, breathe more easily, reduce joint/muscle pain and back pain, improve balance and posture, and expand your sense of wellness. No special clothing and no experience required, and its fun learning new ways to move that help you feel good in your body. Every class is different - bring your curiosity, desire to explore, and a blanket or mat to lie on.

Min 8 Max 20

7/8-8/12 #75718

Instructors: Margot Schaal is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitionercm

Instructors: Jan Peterson is a physical therapist, a Guild Certified Feldenkrais and ABM practitioner.

5/8-5/29 #73578

Instructors: Margot Schaal is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitionercm

Wed, 5:30-6:30 pm DeTurk Round Barn $66 (S.R. Resident $59) 3/18-4/22 #75715 5/20-6/24 #75719 7/8-8/12 #75720

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Health & Fitness

YOGA FOR EVERY BODY (Age 18+) 4-6 dates

T’AI CHI CH’UAN (Age 16+) 4 Dates

Instructor: Kathleen Miller

“Think over carefully what the final purpose is: to lengthen life and maintain youth.” The Essence of T’ai Chi Ch’uan The Literary Tradition. Tai Chi Chuan offers reduced stress levels, improved balance and coordination, increased energy, stamina and agility and increased feeling of well-being.

People of any age can benefit from Tai Chi practice. Students of all levels are welcome.

Min 12 Max 25

Fri, 9:30-10:45 am Steele Lane/DeMeo Rm

Instructor: Steven Rose, over 40 years T’ai Chi experience.

4 Dates, 2/27-3/20 $50 (S.R. Resident $40) #73529

Tue, 6-7 pm Steele Lane/Dohn Rm $35 (S.R. Resident $25)

This class adapts practice to suit each person’s condition, experience and needs.

It incorporates gentle movements, postures, and relaxation techniques to increase strength and flexibility, improve posture, and provide a sense of vitality, well being and deep tranquility. Bring a yoga mat and towel. Min 10 Max 20

4 Dates, 4/3-4/24 $50 (S.R. Resident $40) #73530 6 Dates, 5/8-6/19 (No class 6/5) $70 (S.R. Resident $60) #73531 4 Dates, 7/17-8/7 $50 (S.R. Resident $40) #73532

YOGA ENERGY (Age 18+) 4 Dates Enjoy a complete Vinyasa Yoga fitness program for total well-being! With energizing exercises, expansive breathing, stretching, strengthening, alignment and relaxation, all levels are welcome to experience the benefits of this class. Wear comfortable clothing.

Bring a yoga mat and your sense of humor!

Min 12 Max 20 Instructor: Maria Battista, CIYT, is a transformational teacher with a clear way of communicating the essence of yoga to her students. She has been practicing for over 30 yrs and has been teaching full time for 18 yrs.

GENTLE SOMATIC YOGA (Age 18+) 4 Dates Now offered twice a week!

Create a deep reservoir of wellness in body and mind with this modern yoga practice designed to increase your awareness of the relationship between mind, body and soul.

Learn to bring your curiosity to your everyday experience during yoga practice that blends Somatic and Hatha yoga modalities to help you increase flexibility, integrate left and right sides of the body, and build strength while giving you effective tools for relaxation. All levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat and clothes that allow for movement.

Min 14 Max 20 Instructor: Gay Shelton Ostadi and apprentice Heidi Brockman, both Certified highest-level Yoga Teachers (E500RYT) and Yoga Therapists.

Wed, 6-7:15 pm Finley/Valley Oak Rm $47 (S.R. Resident $37)

5:45-7 pm Finley/Cypress Rm $47 (S.R. Resident $37)

2/25-3/18 #73534

Thu, 2/26-3/19 #73538

Mon, 2/23-3/16 #75865

4/1-4/22 #73533

Thu, 4/2-4/23 #73535

Mon, 3/30-4/20 #75866

5/6-6/3 (No class 5/13) #73539

Thu, 5/7-5/28 #73536

Mon, 4/27-5/18 #75867

6/10-7/1 #73540

Thu, 6/11-7/2 #73537

Mon, 6/15-7/6 #75868

7/15-8/5 #75428

Thu, 7/16-8/6 #75429

Mon, 7/13-8/3 #75869

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2/24-3/17 #73488

6/9-6/30 #73491

3/31-4/21 #73489

7/14-8/4 #73493

5/5-5/26 #73490

FLYING CRANE QIGONG (Age 18+) 6 Dates Utilize movement, breath and visualization to train one’s energy or Qi. This qigong class can be done sitting or standing and will increase flexibility, balance and stamina.

Participants will become acquainted with select acupuncture points for self healing and other qigong exercises. Location: 819 Donahue St. Min 8 Max 20 Instructor: Aleta Drummond, MD – is a practicing Psychiatrist and Medical Acupuncturist.

She has over 20 years as a practitioner of yang style Tai Chi and other various Qigong forms.

Wed, 10-11:30am DeTurk Round Barn $73 (S.R. Resident $63) 6 Dates $29 (S.R. Resident $19) 2 Dates* 2/25 & 3/4* #75711

5/13-6/17 #75713

3/25-4/29 #75712

7/1-8/5 #75716

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INTRODUCTION TO PILATES MAT-LEVEL 1 (Age 18+) 4-6 Dates Do you want better fitness, body toning, relief from back pain or activity related injuries? Pilates will help you move better, feel better and perform your optimal best!

This introduction class focuses on basic techniques, engaging breath and core work, giving the student a complete body work-out and creating wonderfully balanced muscle development while challenging more advanced students. Stability balls and flexbands provided. Min 12 Max 18 Instructor: Nancy Codding, BA Psychology & Health Sciences, Certified Pilates Mat 1 through Tone Studios, CPT NASM.

MID-DAY PILATES MAT (Age 18+) 8 Dates Take your fitness to the next level in this intermediate class as you continue to build on fundamental movements using core strength, proper postural alignment and breathing techniques. Exercise balls provided.

Bring a small towel and fitness mat.

Min 12 Max 20 Instructor: Maggie Brickner, Certified Pilates Mat & Equipment, 500RYT Yoga Teacher & Therapist, Water Fitness Instructor, CPT NASM. Teaching for over 12 years and making fitness fun for all!

STAND UP PADDLEBOARD YOGA (Age 18+) 1 Day Experience the challenge of balancing on the moving water. Strengthen your core and feel your leg muscles more than you would in traditional yoga. Dress as you would for any yoga class. Each class is 75 minutes long, and includes a basic paddleboard lesson followed by a 45 minute yoga session. Min 2 Max 7 Instructor: Cheri Shoults Wed, 5:30-6:45pm Lake Ralphine $20 6/10 #75671 6/17 #75704 6/24 #75705 7/8 #75706 7/15 #75707

7/22 #75708 7/29 #75709 8/5 #75710 8/12 #75721 8/19 #75722

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Location

Age Day

Date

Introduction to Pilates Mat-Level 1 - Class fee is $47 (S.R. Resident $37) (6 Dates) 75442 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Tue 2/24-3/31 (6 Dates) 75432 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Thu 2/26-4/9 (No class 3/26) (6 Dates) 75436 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Tue 4/7-5/12 (6 Dates) 75438 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Thu 4/16-5/28 (No class 4/30) (6 Dates) 75437 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Tue 5/19-6/30 (No class 6/2) Introduction to Pilates Mat-Level 1 - Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) (4 Dates) 75439 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Tue 7/14-8/4 (4 Dates) 75440 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Thu 6/11-7/2 (4 Dates) 75441 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Thu 7/16-8/6 Mid-Day Pilates Mat - Class fee is $60 (S.R. Resident $50) (8 Dates) 75430 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu (8 Dates) 75431 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu (8 Dates) 75433 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu (8 Dates) 75434 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu (8 Dates) 75435 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu

Time

5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm

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2/24-3/19 11:30am-12:30pm 3/31-4/23 11:30am-12:30pm 5/5-5/28 11:30am-12:30pm 6/9-7/2 11:30am-12:30pm 7/14-8/6 11:30am-12:30pm

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MARATHON TRAINING FOR RUNNERS AND NON-RUNNERS (Age 12+) 8 Weeks Ever thought about running a full 26.2 mile marathon? Are you a casual jogger, or a runner who has done 5 and 10 K’s? Are you a non-runner who is looking for an incredible challenge, an accomplishment that will last a lifetime?

There’s a reason why marathon running has become the fastest growing sport in the world and why every great city needs to have one.

They’re fun and exciting … and there’s something profoundly fulfilling about going the distance. This is a six-month training course, broken down into three 8-week classes that will take you through the entire process – literally step-by-step. Over the course of the training period you can go from being a nonrunner to a marathoner, or a casual runner to a dedicated long-distance runner. You will train with a highly dedicated coach who has trained hundreds of runners and non-runners to complete in their first marathon, and do so injury-free. The culmination of this training program is to run in the 7th Santa Rosa Marathon on August 23, 2015.You can do it – find out how. For more information e-mail Don at drileygrose@gmail.com. FYI: The 1st class of the 8 week “Beginner Session” scheduled on Sunday, 3/8/15 will be a 3 hour orientation from 9-12p.m. The class will be held in the Willow Room at Finley Community Center.

Min 8 Max 15 Instructor: Don Grose has been a runner for 20+ years and has run hundreds of races from 5K’s to marathons. From 2000 to 2011 he trained inner city middle school and high school students to annually run the Los Angeles Marathon. He has worked with individuals and businesses worldwide as a motivational consultant.

Note: All participants who complete the 3 marathon training sessions (Beg. through Adv.) will receive complimentary entry fees for all SR marathons.

8 Weeks, Sundays – 8-11am $86 (S.R. Resident $76) Beginner – 3/8-4/26 #75731 Intermediate – 5/3-6/21 #75729 Advanced – 6/28-8/16 #75730

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“ATHLETICS FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS” – BEGINNER (Age 18+) 6 Weeks This boot camp style class focuses on developing basic athletic movements. Blast the cardiovascular system, increase total body strength and endurance, build a solid core, and challenge your agility with exercises/ drills that are both mentally and physically demanding. This class is a beginner course but all are welcome. Be sure to wear active clothing, running or cross-training shoes, and bring a water bottle. Participants will meet at “A Place to Play” soccer field #1 “Celebrate Community Field.” Please call (707) 291-3714 or email guybondifitness@ hotmail.com with any questions you may have regarding the class. Min 5 Max 7 Instructor: Guy T. Bondi started personal training in 2007. He is a CPR and Ist Aid instructor with 12 years of Emergency Medical Technician experience.

AM STRENGTH AND STRETCH NEW (Age 18+) 6 Weeks Beginning/Intermediate Strength Circuit and Flexibility Class This class pair’s strength circuit training with flexibility work to get your body feeling balanced and ready for the day. Bring a towel, yoga mat, and water bottle. Min 5 Max 7.

Instructor: Guy T. Bondi is the owner and fitness trainer at GB Fitness Studio. He believes in the balancing power of exercise and is passionate about the outdoors, athletics, and wellness practices.

Tuesdays – 3/3-4/7/15 6:15am-7am GB Fitness Studio, 2474 W. 3rd St. $54 (S.R. Resident $44) #76092

Wednesdays – 10-11am GB Fitness Studio, 2474 W. 3rd St. Session 1 (6 Weeks) – 4/1-5/26 $54 (S.R. Resident $44) #75727 Session 2 (6 Weeks) – 6/3-7/8 $54 (S.R. Resident $44) #75728

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MUSCLE & CARDIO CONDITIONING – LOW IMPACT AEROBIC WEIGHT TRAINING (Age 18+) 8 Classes Get a full-body, functional workout that challenges any level of fitness. Experience how increased lean body mass, functional strength, metabolism and cardio vascular health leads to a stronger body, balanced mind and free spirit. We shape and tone muscles in a variety of ways to promote continuous adaptation of your body leading to a well-defined figure and strong, healthy muscles. Whatever your fitness goals, this class will not only change your body, but your life! Please bring 3-5 lb. hand-held weights and a floor mat.

Min 28 Max 50 Instructor: Shelly Puntillo, Personal trainer, certified Fitness instructor, 24 yrs fitness experience.

HULA HOOP DANCE FITNESS! (Age 16+) 4 Dates Hula hoops- for total fun and total fitness!

Hoop dance is proven to deliver a totalbody workout that can improve flexibility and balance while strengthening the back, abdominal, arm and leg muscles. Drawing moves from belly dance, modern, ballet and ballroom, this class provides a fun workout for all levels. Basic easy-to-follow “waist hooping” will be taught for those who have no recent hoop experience. Class includes warm-up and a cool down period to soothe and de-stress your body. Hula hoops are available to use in class.

Min 8 Max 12

CARDIO-KICKBOXING (Age 18+) 4 Weeks

INSANITY WITH HEATHER (Age 18+) Drop in

Triple your fat-burning workout! This fun, exciting and challenging class will sculpt your body lean and strong with a combination of unique non-contact kicking and punching. Then end with strength building exercises and stretching. All levels are welcome so come work at your own pace, get stronger, have more energy, and join the fun! Bring a small towel and water bottle.

Min 12 Max 20

Join this high energy total body conditioning class! Insanity uses max interval training techniques to sculpt your body. Don’t let the name intimidate you! The format is designed with modifications for every fitness level and promotes each individual setting their own pace. Tennis shoes are a must, towel and yoga mat are recommended. Give it a try, you do not need to pre-register this is a drop-in class.

Instructor: Pearci Bastiany, 6th Degree Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts, Olympic Trials competitor, National & State Taekwondo Champion with over 40 years experience in martial arts & fitness.

Instructor: Heather Lustig Tues & Thurs – 12-1pm Person Senior Wing Finley Community Center $7 drop-in

ZUMBA GOLD (Age 18+) 4 Weeks Come and try Zumba that is not too fast, and not too slow…but just right! This class was developed especially for the newcomer who might need a slightly slower pace and more instruction. It’s a low impact workout with high energy fun to a Latin beat! Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for exercising. Min 12 Max 20 Instructor: Jill Freed, teaching Zumba since 2007, certified by AEA and AFAA.

Instructors: Kendra Heard, over 6 years of belly dance and 4 years of hoop dance experience.

Kendra is also a seasoned performer.

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Location

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Muscle & Cardio Conditioning - Class fee is $48 (S.R. Resident $38) Shelly Puntillo (8 Dates) 73381 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 2/24-3/19 5:30-6:30pm (8 Dates) 73382 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 3/31-4/23 5:30-6:30pm (No class 4/10) 73383 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 5/5-5/28 5:30-6:30pm (8 Dates) (8 Dates) 73384 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 6/9-7/2 5:30-6:30pm 76016 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 7/14-8/6 5:30-6:30pm (8 Dates) Cardio Kickboxing - Class fee is $36 (S.R. Resident $26) Pearci Bastiany (4 Dates) 73389 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 2/25-3/18 7-8pm (4 Dates) 73390 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 4/1-4/22 7-8pm 73391 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 5/6-5/27 7-8pm (4 Dates) 73392 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 6/10-7/1 7-8pm (4 Dates) (4 Dates) 75412 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 7/15-8/5 7-8pm Zumba Gold on Monday - Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) (4 Dates) 73399 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Mon 2/23-3/16 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 73401 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Mon 3/30-4/20 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 73405 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Mon 6/8-6/29 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 76017 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Mon 7/13-8/3 5:30-6:30pm

Jill Freed

Zumba Gold on Wednesday - Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) (4 Dates) 73400 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 2/25-3/18 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 73402 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 4/1-4/22 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 73404 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 5/6-5/27 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 73406 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 6/10-7/1 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 76018 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 7/15-8/5 5:30-6:30pm

Jill Freed

Hula Hoop Dance Fitness - Class fee is $38 (S.R. Resident $28) (4 Dates) 73407 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Mon 2/23-3/16 6:30-7:30pm (4 Dates) 73408 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Mon 3/30-4/20 6:30-7:30pm (4 Dates) 75444 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Mon 6/8-6/29 6:30-7:30pm

Kendra Heard

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TRX SUSPENSION TRAINING (Age 18+) 10 Dates

Fit4Baby® PRENATAL FITNESS (Age 18+) 4 Dates NEW

You can work every muscle group with TRX suspension straps and you will be building and gaining abdominal core strength. A strong core prevents injuries, improves posture and increases overall strength. Core strength is fundamental to all body movement.

We use our core all the time; when we walk up and down stairs, when we bend down to pick something up and when we workout. Suspension training builds strength with every exercise by creating stability that calls on your core to provide balance and coordination. Don’t be intimidated if you are a beginner as TRX can be adapted for every fitness level. Moves are modified to decrease or increase intensity based on your ability. Be prepared for a great workout and build your core with TRX Suspension Training. Wear comfortable workout clothes; bring a water bottle and a towel. Min 6 Max 8.

Instructor: Cindi Jack is co-owner/trainer at Reps. Just One More…, Level I TRX Certified and is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer.

FOAM & BALL ROLLING TRAINING (Age 18 +) 10 DATES NEW Foam and ball rolling is a self-myofascial release (SMR) technique that is used by athletes and physical therapists to inhibit overactive muscles. It allows you to work specific muscles in detail, creating suppleness in tight areas and optimizing your range of motion. Rolling re-educates muscles and stimulates bone, creating positive, permanent changes in your body.The foam roller and balls also breaks down soft tissue adhesions and scar tissue. By using your own body weight and a cylindrical foam roller and balls you can perform a self-massage or myofascial release, break up trigger points, and soothe tight fascia while increasing blood flow and circulation to the soft tissues. If you have any further questions feel free to email cindi@howmanyreps.com or call 707-843-4593. Min 6 Max 10 Instructor: Cindi Jack, see TRX Suspension Training for bio.

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Fit4Baby® is a prenatal fitness program for women at any stage of pregnancy. The classes are interval based, combining elements of strength training, cardiovascular exercises and stretching and balancing exercises. Fit4Baby® instructors are fully equipped to lead pregnant woman in exercises that are safe and appropriate for her changing body. This class is suitable for any fitness level.

Bring a fitness/yoga mat and bottle water to stay hydrated.

Min 6 Max 10 Instructor: Sequoia and Jacqueline are the Owners of Fit4Mom Santa Rosa, and are certified to teach pre and post-natal fitness.

Sequoia also has her AA in Fitness, Health & Nutrition.

Course Barcode Location

Age

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TRX Suspension Training – Class fee is $74 (S.R. Resident $64) 18+ Tue/Thu 2/24-3/26 (10 Dates) 75451 Reps* (10 Dates) 75454 Reps* 18+ Tue/Thu 3/31-4/30 (10 Dates) 75455 Reps* 18+ Tue/Thu 5/5-6/4 (10 Dates) 75456 Reps* 18+ Tue/Thu 6/9-7/9 (10 Dates) 75457 Reps* 18+ Tue/Thu 7/14-8/13

Time 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am

Foam & Ball Rolling Training – Class fee is $74 (S.R. Resident $64) 18+ Mon/Wed 2/23-3/25 5:00-6:00pm (10 Dates) 75458 Reps* (10 Dates) 75459 Reps* 18+ Mon/Wed 3/30-4/29 5:00-6:00pm 18+ Mon/Wed 5/4-6/3* 5:00-6:00pm (10 Dates 75460 Reps* *no class 5/25, make up May 30,Sat, 9am 18+ Mon/Wed 6/8-7/8 5:00-6:00pm (10 Dates) 75461 Reps* 18+ Mon/Wed 7/13-8/12 5:00-6:00pm (10 Dates) 75462 Reps* Fit4baby® Prenatal Fitness – Class fee is $53 (S.R. Resident $43) 2/25-3/18 (4 Dates) 75483 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 25 18+ Wed (4 Dates) 75484 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 25 18+ Wed 4/1-4/22 (4 Dates) 75485 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 25 18+ Wed 5/6-5/27

6:00-7:00am 6:00-7:00am 6:00-7:00am

Fit4baby® Prenatal Fitness – Class fee is $53 (S.R. Resident $43) (4 Dates) 75480 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Sat 2/28-3/21 (4 Dates) 75481 Manzanita Rm 18+ Sat 4/4-4/25 (4 Dates) 75482 Manzanita Rm 18+ Sat 5/9-5/30

9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am 9:00-10:00am

* Location: Reps – 2460 W. Third St., Suite 2474 – Santa Rosa

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Music

BEGINNING GUITAR FUN -DAMENTALS! (Age 12+) 10 Weeks

BEG. GUITAR – LEVEL 2 (Age 12+) 10 Weeks

TAIKO – INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE DRUMS (Age 16+) 5 Weeks

Calling all first time players! Start working on your musical dream and join us in a fun group setting. You will be introduced to the basics of acoustic guitar playing, including basic chords, strums and tuning, all supported with familiar folk and popular songs.

Bring your own 6 string acoustic or nonamplified guitar to each class, or contact Ed at 838-4865 for information on buying or renting an instrument. Don’t delay and start learning to play today!

Min 10 Max 20

Ready for more? For continuing students or those with some guitar experience; this class will continue to build on the fundamentals of guitar playing, learning additional chords, strums, and tuning or practicing to get better. The fun group setting is supported with familiar and simple folk and popular songs. Bring your own six-string guitar (acoustic or non-amplified electric). Contact Ed at (707) 838-4865 for information on purchasing or renting an instrument or to evaluate your level of ability for this next level class.

Min 10 Max 15

Taiko is the ancient Japanese drum that is known as the heartbeat of Japan. Taiko distinguishes itself from other forms of percussion through the way the whole body is incorporated into playing. Much like martial arts, Taiko is about harmonizing your mind, body and spirit together with the drum. In this 5 week session you will be introduced to the basics of playing Taiko and given a cultural context for the art form. We will not only cover skills but learn a few songs to play as well. Please wear comfortable clothing such as active wear, t-shirts, shorts or sweats. Bring a water bottle. Min 8 Max 12

Instructor: Ed Hayes, over 20 years experience teaching guitar.

Instructors: Arnold Shimizu is the Artistic Director and co-founder of Sonoma County (So. Co.) Taiko. Miwa Smith has been a member of So. Co. Taiko since 1997. Alexa Riner has 10 years of Taiko playing experience. Meg Mizutani has been with So. Co. Taiko since 2006.

Instructor: Ed Hayes, over 20 years experience teaching guitar.

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Barcode

Location

Age Day Date

Time

Beginning Guitar Fundamentals - Class fee is $65 (S.R. Resident $55) (10 Dates) 73513 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 2/24-5/12 5:30-6:30pm

(No class 3/24, 4/28) (10 Dates) 73514 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 5/19-8/4 5:30-6:30pm

(No class 6/2, 7/7)

Instructor Ed Hayes

Beginning Guitar Level 2 - Class fee is $65 (S.R. Resident $55) Ed Hayes (10 Dates) 73518 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 2/24-5/12 6:45-7:45pm

(No class 3/24, 4/28) (10 Dates) 73516 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 5/19-8/4 6:45-7:45pm

(No class 6/2, 7/7) Taiko – Introduction to Japanese Drums - Class fee is $86 (S.R. Resident $76) (5 Dates) 75892 So. Co. Taiko Dojo* 16+ Wed 3/4-4/1 6-8pm (5 Dates) 75893 So. Co. Taiko Dojo* 16+ Wed 4/29-5/27 6-8pm (5 Dates) 75894 So. Co. Taiko Dojo* 16+ Wed 6/24-7/22 6-8pm

Arnold Shimizu

* Location - 3325 Regional Pkwy Suite #11 (off Airport Blvd.)

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BACK ROADS WINE AND NATURE ADVENTURES (Age 18+) 1 Day

FOUR BEACH CAVE & SKYLIGHT ADVENTURE

DUXBURY REEF/OCEAN/CLIFF ADVENTURE

Get off the couch, put away the remote and see what you are missing in the beautiful bay area. Dust off those hiking shoes and tag along to explore a few hidden nature hideouts. Explore places you never knew existed. Don’t forget the camera.

All you need is the adventurous spirit and your guide will take care of the rest.

Min 7 Max 15

Join us on a moderate 5.5 mile nature adventure. Lush fern lined trails thru twisted and beautiful Cypress trees. Our first beach will be deserted. Few humans get to this place.

We may encounter Sting Rays, wild looking Jellyfish and more critters here. We then hike along the Bay to a real Sherwood like forest.

We’ll take a picnic stop atop a cliff with scenic shoreline views. It will be hard to leave this spot. We then cross a second beach continuing to Indian Beach with Miwok structures to see. We return via a lush trail and on to the 4th beach at the ocean. A beautiful beach walk and dunes, mountain cave, a mussel colony and the highlight of the day: A huge Sea Cave with a Skylight at the end. We can explore it if the tide is low. An oyster dinner option follows.

This special hike takes you cliff top above the beach near Bolinas. There are meadow & creek crossings, lush Eucalyptus groves to hike through. Explore the area on the reef with all the sea critters. A beach walk will bring you to some rocky areas to climb over before settling in for a picnic lunch on the beach. The final trek will have you rope climbing out & up to the top (easy to do!). A meadow & creek trail loops back to the starting point. This hike is rated as easy to slightly moderate & is approx. 4.5 miles.

This is one cool adventure. An optional oyster dinner stop follows.

NOTE: Wear good hiking shoes. Snacks, hydration beverages, hiking poles & parking lot fees provided. Wine tasting is optional & usually included. Some hikes will have shuttle stops for carpooling. Please try to ride share with others coming from the same area. Directions provided closer to the event date.

Instructor: Tom Bold (The Hulaman) 15 years experience leading outdoor events and explorations. He is trained with California wine tours and is a Personal Fitness Trainer. For more information, call (925) 639-2496.

Fee: $40 (S.R. Resident $30)

SKYLINE WILDERNESS ADVENTURE A wildlife filled 7-8 mile moderate trek with breathtaking North Napa Valley views.

Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hidden lake, cliff sites, creek & bridge crossings, unusual trees and old pre 20th century structures. A final descent along a lush fern lined canyon creek with huge rock formations and an exciting waterfall ladder will take us down to terra firma. An optional wine tasting event at a special winery follows this outing.

Sat, 3/14, 9:30am-4pm #75840

BARTHOLOMEW PRESERVE WINE HIKE A hidden canyon preserve & winery in Sonoma valley, bamboo groves, a variety of unique trees, some caves, creek crossings, a redwood grove next to a hidden lake with a garden waterfall overhang & rope climb below. Hike finishes w/picnic & self guided museum tour & wine tasting.

This hike is 3.75 miles round trip and elevation is 800 ft. This hike is rated easy.

Sat, 5/9, 9:15am-5pm #75841

COYOTE PEAK/REDWOOD FOREST & WINE CASTLE ADVENTURE

Sat, 8/1 - 9:15am-4pm #75842

More classes to check out!

Marathon Training for Runners and Non-Runners and “Athletics for Health and Wellness” see page 55 for details.

Don’t miss this 5-7 mile trek through the farthest Eastern Grove of Coastal California Redwoods. Elevation is to 1170 ft. After the hike is a picnic at a private lakeside setting & views of the Northern Napa Valley. Then we’ll ramble through an authentic Tuscan style War castle and taste fine wines.

Sun, 6/7, 9:15am-5:30pm #75836

3 HIKE LAGOON TO OCEAN ADVENTURE (Age 18+) 1 Day Have a wild time on this 3 hike sampler.

3 short hikes, but all different. The first hike is a 2 mile jungle like trek to a hidden waterfall. The second hike is a short 1 mile+ Hawaiian like trail thru “Fern Creek Canyon”. And the third hike is a 2 mile cliff top to ocean beach hike thru a eucalyptus forest. Cameras are a must and good hiking shoes required.

Sat, 7/11, 9:15am-5pm #75837

Sun, 4/19, 10am-4pm #75838

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Outdoor Activities

Adventures with Chas Berlin: Hiking, Biking & Photography in the Great Outdoors (Age 18+) 1 Day Chas Berlin has been an avid outdoorsman all his life. He’s led hikes, cycle events, snowshoe treks and backpacking trips through California, The Rockies, Canada, The Delaware Water Gap and Half Dome. As an avid road cyclist, he rides 5-6 days per week (up to 130/week) and has led cycle rides all over Sonoma County and along Hwy 1 by San Francisco. He also works as a professional photographer shooting concerts, weddings and corporate events. His work also includes combining hikes and photography, and he is producing a calendar showcasing this effort that will publish in 2015. Whether your passion is hiking, biking, photography or all three – each class promises to be a unique experience in the great outdoors! For questions about any of his classes, email Chas Berlin at chasaberlin@yahoo.co.uk.

PHOTOGRAPHY HIKE - A PHOTO CLASS IN NATURE (Age 18+) 1 Day

MOUNTAINS, FORESTS, MEADOWS AND ADVENTURE HIKE (Age 18+) 1 Day

In this photography class using a beautiful State Park as the classroom, hike and receive instruction while learning and practicing. The format will include lecture, discussion, questions and assignments while hiking. The hike will be 2-3 miles and photography topics will include composition, camera settings, lenses/ effects, filters, lighting and several discussions on technique. What to bring: camera or cell phone (lessons will be applicable), potluck lunch, drinks/cups, daypack, decent athletic shoes, layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, snacks and at least a liter of water. Min 5 Max 12

This will be an 8-mile hike with an elevation gain of 600’ and is rated easy to moderate. This place is a gem and not many people hike into the areas this class will visit. Expect sightings of wild turkeys, ducks, vultures, and deer. The class will hike into the park through forest and meadow. Bring snacks for break along the trail. Eventually the class will have views of the lake before following a descending creek back to the point of origin. What to bring: good hiking boots/shoes, layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, 1-2 liters of water, snacks, food (potluck lunch) and drinks – tea or juice. Min 8 Max 20

Sun, 4/26 – 11am-4pm $56 (S.R. Resident $46) #75855 Sun, 7/19 – 11am-4pm $56 (S.R. Resident $46) #75856

THE RIDGE OVERLOOKING THE RUSSIAN RIVER HIKE (Age 18+) 1 Day

This will be a 6-mile hikes with an 1100’ elevation gain through this beautiful redwood park.

The class will hike through pine and redwood forest areas, crossing several quaint wooden bridges and streams. Pace will be fairly easygoing, and class will wait at junctions for everyone.

After the hike there will be a short drive to the picnic area in the shady redwood grove for an after-hike potluck. What to bring: good hiking boots/shoes, layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, 1-2 liters of water, snacks and potluck food to share. Min 8 Max 20 Sun, 6/14 – 11am-5pm $40 (S.R. Resident $30) #75862

Sun, 5/24 – 11am-4:30pm $40 (S.R. Resident $30) #75860 Sun, 8/2 – 11am-4:30pm $40 (S.R. Resident $30) #75863

WESTERN SONOMA COUNTY BIKE RIDE (Age 18+) 1 Day This 24-mile ride is mostly flat with one or two rolling hills, and is considered easy to moderate. The ride will head off down a paved trail towards West County, taking in some beautiful scenery before stopping at a winery for a complimentary tasting (optional). Lunch will be enjoyed on the beautiful backside of the winery next to the vineyards!

The journey will then continue deeper into West County, riding through very small and quaint towns.

Riders will likely see egrets, ducks, squirrels, horses, vineyards, cornfields and more. This is a perfect ride for beginner to intermediate riders. What to bring: snacks, water, lunch, camera, fanny or daypack, sunscreen, layered clothing and helmet and repair kit (with spare tube). Min 5 Max 15 Sun, 3/22 – 11am-4pm $47 (S.R. Resident $37) #75859 Sun, 7/26 – 11am-4pm $47 (S.R. Resident $37) #75864

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LEARN TO USE POLES FOR HIKING & OUTDOOR EXERCISE (Age 18+) 1 Day POWER with Poles! Optimal use of Poles significantly improves your performance, balance, endurance and confidence on the trail. Reduce knee stress, prevent hand/shoulder strain, preserve your joints and strengthen upper body muscles. Practice new skills on beautiful trails with a variety of top quality poles (provided). Discover which poles fit you best, how to use core muscles to preserve your joints and how to improve your performance on a variety of terrain! For novice to advance hikers in moderately good physical shape, able to walk on uneven terrain and be comfortable hiking about 3 miles. Includes outdoor hike, additional $6 Spring Lake parking fee. Questions? Jayah (415) 699-3333 or seminar@adventurebuddies.net Min 8 Max 15 Instructor: Jayah Faye Paley, ACE & AFAA Certified Personal Trainer, Educator & Mobility Coach, creator of the only comprehensive training available on how to use poles.

Sat, 5/2 - 10:30am-3:30pm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #73788

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Safety Education & Self Defense CPR & FIRST AID (Age 12+) 1 Day Did you know that the brain starts to die in just 4-6 minutes after the heart stops beating? If CPR is not performed properly within that time, the victim will die. Do you know what to do if your husband stops breathing, your child chokes on a piece of meat, your neighbor gets cut by a table saw, a relative has a diabetic emergency, a co-worker has a seizure? These are all accidents that happen every day. How would you feel if you were unable to intervene properly to save the life of a friend or loved one? Don’t let this happen to you. Take this fun, hands-on class and be prepared in the event of a life-threatening emergency.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive two-year infant, child and adult certification from Life Support Network (LSN) in CPR and First Aid. LSN classes meet the guidelines set by the American Heart Association. Min 8 Max 24

WILDERNESS FIRST AID (Age 12+) 1 Day No one sets off on an outdoor adventure expecting a medical problem to occur.

However, a potentially hostile environment and lack of facilities can quickly cause a routine situation to escalate into a real medical emergency. Everyone venturing into the wilds should have an understanding of basic first aid and wilderness rescue.

Do you know how to handle a sprained ankle or how to properly splint a broken bone? Would you know what to do if a camper fell into a fire? Do you know what percentage of rattlesnake bites are dry bites (no venom), and how to tell the difference?

If not, this informative, interactive, and fun workshop is perfect for the experienced backpacker as well as family day hikers.

Note: Standard First Aid is required as a prerequisite. Min 8 Max 20

IInstructor: Eric Peterson is a certified instructor through the American Safety and Health Institute, EMS Safety Services, American Red Cross and Life Support Network.

Thu, 4/9 – 6-9pm Person Sr. Wing/Room 1 $65 (S.R. Resident $55) #73639 Tue, 6/16 – 6-9pm Person Sr. Wing/Room 1 $65 (S.R. Resident $55) #73640

Instructor: Eric Peterson is a certified instructor through the American Safety and Health Institute, EMS Safety Services, American Red Cross, and Life Support Network.

1 Day – 6-10pm $76 (S.R. Resident $66) Tue, 4/7 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 1 #73643 Thu, 6/18 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 1 #73642 Tue, 8/4 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 1 #73641

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GROW YOUR OWN VEGETABLES, HERBS & FRUIT (Age 18+) 1 Day Food security starts at home! Save money, gas and eat more vegetables and fruit! Whether you are just starting to grow vegetables, fruit and/or herbs, or have planted before and not been happy with the results, this class will provide the information needed to have a successful gardening season. We will cover the basics of organic gardening including site selection, soil fertility, seeds and transplants, planning the garden season and pest and disease strategies. Designing gardens to use space efficiently so you can enjoy the process as well as the fruits of your labors will be covered as well. Take home a planting calendar and resource list for this area. Min 8 Max 20

INCREASE WEALTH & PROSPERITY WITH FENG SHUI (Age 18+) 1 Day Acquire Feng Shui methods to create unlimited abundance in your life! Find out which colors and elements attract prosperity and wealth. Discover the areas of your home or office that can be enhanced and get specific, easy steps to bring in a greater flow of money. Min 9 Max 20 Instructor: Helen McGee is a disciple of His Holiness Professor Lin Yun Rinpoche, and an Affiliate of the art of Placement with Katherine Metz. Helen practices the time honored oral tradition of Tibetan Buddhist Black Sect Feng Shui, and is a successful Feng Shui Practitioner, Consultant and Lecturer

Instructor: Wendy Krupnick’s passion for over 35 years has been growing vegetables, fruit, herbs, and flowers. She was senior horticultural adviser for Shepherd’s Garden Seeds, and teaches classes for Master Gardeners and others. She is Adjunct Faculty with SRJC’s Sustainable Agriculture Program.

Mon, 2/23– 6-8pm Finley/Manzanita Rm $45 (S.R. Resident $35) #75839

Sat, 3/14 - 9am–12pm Finley/Willow Rm $48 (S.R. Resident $38) #75843

You were born to make a unique contribution to humanity. Progressing toward this purpose brings joy and abundance.

Straying from this path causes stress and emptiness. To accomplish this purpose, one of the 33 Natural Talents is wired into your DNA. It is so subtle, you rarely notice it; yet so powerful, it’s the source of your highest potential. Expressing your Natural Talent ignites passion- relentlessly pursuing it evolves into your destiny. Elvis, Oprah and Einstein were all just “doing what came naturally.” Discover your Natural Talent, how to apply it to all aspects of life, and why it is the source of everything you desire. A materials fee of $30 will be due to the instructor at the workshop.

Min 10 Max 20

SUMMER IN THE EDIBLE GARDEN, VEGTABLES, HERBS AND FRUIT: PLANTING AND CARE (Age 18+) 1 Day The keys to summer garden planting and care will lead to successful harvests and happy gardeners! With good systems in place, you can keep gardening fun while enriching your understanding of the garden ecosystem. This class will include strategies for planting, soil fertility, irrigation, pest, disease, and weed control. We’ll also discuss training, harvesting and cooking from the garden. Min 8 Max 20 Instructor: Wendy Krupnick. See Grow Your Own Vegetables, Herbs & Fruit for bio.

Sat, 4/25 - 9am–12pm Finley/Willow Rm $48 (S.R. Resident $38) #75844

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WHAT WERE YOU BORN TO DO? (Age 18+) 1 Day

Instructor: Curtis Adney, MS, JD, has a Juris Doctor degree from Brigham Young University, and teaches at Fresno State.

He is a career consultant, and author of a forthcoming book: Pinpoint Your Destiny.

Sat, 4/11 – 1-5pm Finley/Willow Rm $54 (S.R. Resident $44) #75464

CASH FOR GRASS PRE-QUALIFICATION WORKSHOP (Age 18+) 2 Days The City of Santa Rosa offers incentives to transform your lawn to a beautiful low wateruse landscape! Learn a simple and effective way to transform your lawn and convert overhead spray irrigation to an efficient drip irrigation system. Qualify to receive up to $250 through the City’s Cash for Grass Rebate program by attending two evening classes.

This informative workshop series will include a variety of how-to activities and hand-out materials. You must be a City of Santa Rosa Utility customer and attend BOTH classes to pre-qualify for Grass Rebate program. Call the Water-Use Efficiency Hotline at 543-3985 for additional program & rebate information.

Pre-registration is required. Location: Santa Rosa Utilities Field Operations Building, 35 Stony Point Rd (across from Finley Park). Min 20 Max 60 Instructors: City of Santa Rosa Water-Use Efficiency experts Tue, 4/7-4/14 – 6-8pm Utilities Field Operations Building Rm A& F FREE #75990

LOW WATER-USE LANDSCAPE WORKSHOP - PLANT SELECTION (Age 18+) 1 Day Tour a demonstration garden and learn about great, drought-tolerant and California Native plants that will work in any garden.

The Master Gardeners of Santa Rosa will talk about general design concepts and answer your specific questions. This class is also great for those participating in the Cash for Grass Pre-qualification Workshop. Call the Water-Use Efficiency Hotline at 543-3985 for program & rebate information. Pre-registration is required. Location: Santa Rosa Utilities Field Operations Building, 35 Stony Point Rd (across from Finley Park). Min 20 Max 60 Instructors: ity of Santa Rosa Water-Use Efficiency experts & Santa Rosa Master Gardeners Tue, 4/21 – 6-8pm Utilities Field Operations Building Rm A& F FREE #75991

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MAKING BETTER PHOTOS ALL LEVELS (Age 18+) 1 Day

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY – INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED (Age 18+) 1 Day

LET’S WRITE! – CREATIVE WRITING (Age 18+) 8 Dates

Like taking photos? Have a child or grandchild you want to capture? Going on a trip? Take a lot of photos and are not happy with the results? Would you like to make better images? Well, whether you have a point & shoot, DSLR or a phone camera….then this class is for you. I can help you improve the images you take. I will show you how to make your photos “POP”. With a little basic knowledge you will be taking great images! I will go over composition, lighting, best shutter and aperture to use in different situations and when to use a flash. We will also cover some post production steps that will really bring out the best of your images.

Students are invited to bring their images, either in print or digital form. I will give you techniques on improving your images and simple computer skills for enhancement. Supplies – paper, pen and camera.

Min 5 Max 12

This class is designed for people who have been taking photos, have a working knowledge of their camera and would like to add the use of a flash or multiple flashes for improved image results. Class will cover speed lights (small portable flash units) on and off the camera, what makes a good flash image, different types of portable lighting and studio light, how “white balance” affects your images, controlling bounce light, the use of light modifiers such as diffusers, umbrellas, soft boxes, how and why to use a flash meter, the use of remote triggering for one or more flashes and of course any questions you have about flash. Supplies – paper, pen and camera. Min 5 Max 12

When you sit down to write, do you ask yourself ‘Who do I think I am? What do I have to write about? or Who would want to read what I write?’ Find your answers in a warm and friendly environment while we discuss the dreaded self-censorship that comes with our inevitable social conditioning. Character, plot (even in nonfiction), expressing feeling to connect with readers, and more will be presented along with publishing and self-publishing options. By the end of class you will have completed a piece of writing - whether poetry, personal essay, short story, novel, memoir, or other nonfiction book chapter(s). So come and discover the story inside you yearning to be heard! Bring a notebook and pencil or pen. Min 8 Max 10

IInstructor: Owen Scott Shirwo has been a Professional Photographer for over 40 years working in Commercial, Product, Portrait, Event, Public Relations, Food and Architecture Photography. His work experience includes film and digital media, black & white, color and all equipment from 35 MM to 8x10 view cameras.

Thu, 4/9 – 6:30-9pm Finley/Maple Rm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75820 Thu, 4/23 – 6:30-9pm Finley/Maple Rm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75821 Thu, 6/18 – 6:30-9pm Finley/Willow Rm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75822 Thu, 7/23 – 6:30-9pm Finley/Willow Rm $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75823

Instructor: Scott Shirwo, see Better Photos 101 for bio.

Thu, 5/14 – 6:30-9pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 1 $55 (S.R. Resident $45) #75819

VOICE OVERS…NOW IS YOUR TIME! (Age 18+) 1 Day NEW You’ve heard Lisa Foster on TV and radio commercials! Now hear Lisa LIVE as she illustrates how YOU could actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, and videos! Most people go about it the wrong way. Lisa will show you a unique, outside-the-box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full or part-time careers out there! This is a business that you can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, on your own time, and with practically no overhead! And NOW is the best time to make this happen as new companies are looking for new voices like never before.

This exciting and fun class could be the game changer you’ve been looking for!

Min 6 Max 25

Thu, 5/7-7/2 - 6:30-8:30pm (No class 6/4) Finley/Maple Rm $162 (S.R. Resident $152) #73645

Sign up now!

If a course does not meet the posted minimum enrollment, the activity may cancel.

Instructor: Lisa Foster’s voice can be heard on commercials and narrations for such clients as: Crest Toothpaste, Olay, Sleep Train and LA Weight Loss.

Mon 4/20 – 7-9pm Finley/Willow Rm $44 (S.R. Resident $34) #75465

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Instructor: Valerie Serrano, Master of Fine Arts creative writing, BA psychology, years of experience writing and teaching adults in a multicultural and ability environment.

More classes to check out!

Natural A’s see page 21 for details.

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BEGINNING MANDARIN CHINESE (Age 18+) 6 Dates NEW

FRENCH MADE FUN! (Age18+) 6 Weeks

COMMON GROUND I: DOG TRAINING (Age *18+) 5 Weeks

Ever wanted to learn Mandarin Chinese, one of the most influential, widespread, and relevant languages on the planet today? Taught by an accomplished native speaker, instructor and published journalist Shirley Li focuses on highly relevant basic conversational and comprehension skills.

Learn how to apply your new Mandarin language skills to relevant global experiences that you may encounter today and open your mind to the traditions and culture of modern China. In addition to speaking and writing, students will be led to make connections to the history and culture of China, giving deeper understanding and appreciation of both the language and people. $50 materials fee for text and workbook due to the instructor on the 1st class date. Register today! Min 10 Max 12

French is all around you! Discover how exciting it is to learn another language and see how you can use it in your daily life. Ever want to really know what you’re ordering at a local French restaurant or travel to a French speaking place or have a conversation with a native French speaker? All of those things are possible! You will learn practical everyday vocabulary and language structure, French culture, where throughout the world French is spoken and how it impacts us in the United States. Bring a notebook and/or binder. $5 of handout materials is included.

Min 10 Max 15

In this small and intimate Basic Obedience class, the goal is to introduce handlers, with dogs 5 months or older, to the positive methods used for training dogs. Participants will make practical use of basic commands to help canine family members better understand the complexities of household and social etiquette. Proof of current rabies & DHLPP vaccination required. Please bring vaccination records to the first class. The first class is a mandatory orientation for handlers only (no dogs). *Handlers under 18 years can attend if accompanied by an adult. Training manual and Graduation Certificate included.

Instructor: Shirley Li, born and raised in the Shandong Province of Mainland China, B.A. in English from Yantai University, teaching certificate in Chinese Mandarin from California State University East Bay. Shirley has taught extensively over the past several years, focusing on student interactions and using Mandarin in a highly relevant way.

Published journalist, freelance writer, and columnist with the “Chinese World Journal,” an international publication.

Tue, 2/24-4/21 - 6-8pm (No class 3/24) Finley/Maple Rm $170 (S.R. Resident $160) #75507

Instructor: Suzanna Luttrell, Education Doctorate from Walden University, language educator of 19 years, studied French since Middle School, Bachelor’s degree in French and Linguistics from UCLA. She has taught French formally for six years and has traveled abroad.

Wed, 6/10-8/5 - 5:30-6:45pm (No class 7/8) Person Sr. Wing/Rm 22 $96 (S.R. Resident $86) #75506

Instructor: Mike Ossenbeck, over 22 years experience training dogs, Assistance Dogs, pet classes and behavior problem solving.

“Common Ground Dog Training” has been recommended by wagging tails throughout the North Bay since 1996.

Thu, 3/12-4/16 – 6:30-7:15pm (No class 3/26 ) Person Sr. Wing/Rm 5 $92 (S.R. Resident $82) Min 5 Max 5 #75512 Thu, 5/21-6/25 - 6:30-7:15pm (No class 6/4 ) Finley/Courtyard $82 (S.R. Resident $72) Min 6 Max 6 #75511

MANDARIN CHINESE – BEGINNING LEVEL 2 (Age18+) 8 Dates NEW Expand your knowledge of China and the Mandarin language. For those with some Mandarin language skills, contact Shirley Li at shirley500500@gmail.com to see if this class level is for you. Same text and workbook as Beginning class. New students: $50 due to the instructor on the 1st class date.

Min 10 Max 12 Instructor: Shirley Li - see Beg. Mandarin Chinese bio Tue, 5/5-6/30 - 6-8pm (No class 6/2) Finley/Maple Rm $170 (S.R. Resident $160) #75520

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SP ORTS OFFICE OFFICE HOURS: Mon – Fri, 3-5pm SPORTS PHONE NUMBERS: Rec & Parks Sports Field Conditions (Updated weekdays 3pm) Boys & Girls Club Neptune Swim Team

543-3281 543-3474 542-3249 543-3421

LITTLE LEAGUE

SPORTS OFFICIALS If you are interested in officiating, call Northern Coast Officials Association at 538-5190.

SUMMER ADULT SOFTBALL Don’t let your softball experience come to an end. Join us for our Fall Softball Season. We will be looking for Men’s, Women’s and Co-ed Slow Pitch Softball teams. Registration will begin in February. All leagues will start season play in early September, field conditions and weather permitting. League play will run through the month of August.

Mark West Little League (Northwest Santa Rosa) (Ages 5-16) Rincon Valley Little League (Northeast Santa Rosa) (Ages 5-16) SR Amer. Little League (Southeast Santa Rosa) (Ages 5-16) SR Babe Ruth (Ages 13-15) Westside Little League (Southwest Santa Rosa)

523-9333 537-9426 522-3571 575-7215 528-2006

MISC. SR Bocce League SR Cycling Club SR Express Track Club Santa Rosa Tennis SR Youth Soccer So. Co. Horseshoe Pitchers So. Co. Pickleball YMCA

965-9568 545-4133 545-1535 527-0539 544-8369 538-3128 836-9597 545-9622

GOLF LESSONS Youth and adult golf lessons will be held during the summer months at the Bennett Valley Municipal Golf Course, 3330 Yulupa Avenue. Both group and individual lessons will be offered. For actual class times, fees, and dates, contact the staff at Bennett Valley Golf Course Pro Shop, 528-3673.

BOCCE For league play and information contact Sonoma County Bocce Federation by visiting their website at sonomacountybocce.org or calling 707-528-2710.

HORSESHOES Sonoma County Horseshoe Pitchers Club is seeking new members for the 2014 season. Those interested in pitching horseshoes for fun are encouraged to take part. Sanctioned by the National Horseshoe Pitching Association, the club participates in tournament schedule with other clubs in Northern California. Facility is located at Doyle Park in Santa Rosa. Weekly meetings are held on Tuesday.

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SANTA ROSA TENNIS Rec & Parks has adopted Santa Rosa Tennis and is working closely with the United States Tennis Association/Northern California and Sonoma County Junior Tennis Association to offer you a great variety of tennis programs for all ages and abilities.

All tennis lessons are held at Galvin Park and are under the supervision of tennis pro Jason Beard.

Jason Beard, Head Tennis Pro

A native of Sebastopol, Jason Beard has been teaching for Rec & Parks for the past 13 years and teaching in Sonoma County for over 15 years. Prior to coming to Rec & Parks, Jason played for the Santa Rosa Junior College team where he was awarded the Conference Champion Award and the Conference MVP. Jason then went on to play Division I Tennis for UC Santa Barbara.

Jason continues to play competitive tennis in the area and enjoys teaching others to play the game he loves. Email Jason at jasonbeardmusic@gmail.com Tennis Rain-Out Policy Make-ups are only offered for rain-outs and instructor cancellations, not for student absences. If there is a rain-out or cancellation, a student may make up the class by attending any other class throughout the year. It is the student’s responsibility to check the schedule of classes and call ahead of time to make sure the class is running.

League Tennis

Santa Rosa Tennis sponsors league teams of all abilities for our youth and adult players. Our teams compete in USTA play as well as the Sonoma-Napa-Marin league.

If you have a team that needs sponsorship or if you are looking for a team, call Jason @ 217-7785. Generally, teams meet once a week for practice and another day for matches. We are currently looking for captains.

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ADULT BEGINNING/ADVANCED BEGINNING TENNIS (Age 17+) Adult Beginning Tennis provides everything you need to get started playing tennis, where as Advanced Beginning builds upon the beginner classes and offers review of all of the shots. These classes run simultaneously. All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave. Tue, Thu 5:30-6:30pm $60 (S.R. Resident $50) 3/3-3/12 #74480 3/17-3/26 #74481 3/31-4/9 #74482 4/14-4/23 #74483 4/28-5/7 #74484 5/12-5/21 #74485 5/26-6/4 #74486 6/9-6/18 #74487 6/23-7/2 #74488 7/7-7/16 #74489 7/21-7/30 #74490 8/4-8/13 #74491

INTERMEDIATE ADULT DRILLS (Age 15+) This class is for players who play competitively. Classes are usually high energy and require reasonable ball control. Emphasis is on conditioning, drills and strategy. All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave. Tue, Thu 6:30-8pm $60 (S.R. Resident $50) 3/31-4/9 #74500 4/14-4/23 # 74501 4/28-5/7 # 74502 5/12-5/21 #74503 # 74504 5/26-6/4 6/9-6/18 # 74505 6/23-7/2 #74506 7/7-7/16 # 74507 7/21-7/30 # 74508 8/4-8/13 # 74509

Sunday 9-10:30am $35 (S.R. Resident $25) 3/1-3/8 #74494 3/15-3/22 #74495 3/29-4/5 #74496 4/12-4/19 #74497 4/26-5/3 #74498 5/10-5/17 #74499 5/26-5/31 #74410 6/7-6/14 #74411 6/21-6/28 #74412 7/5-7/12 #74413 7/19-7/26 #74414 8/2-8/9 #74415

TENNIS PHONE NUMBERS

Santa Rosa Tennis 217-7785 Galvin Park 524-5014 Airport Club 528-2582 Competitor Tennis Shop 578-5689 527-9948 Countryside Tennis Club La Cantera Tennis Club 544-9494 Oak Park Tennis Club 539-0353 SRJC Tennis 527-4368 SCJTA 539-4348 SSU Tennis 664-2657 USTA Nor Cal 528-6982 Wikiup Tennis Club 544-2330 Players’ List Looking for new players to hit with? Sign up and have your name on the players list. Cost is free! Categories are A, B, C or Beginner. To be placed on a players list please email your name and phone number to bhamann@ srcity.org.

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Bennett Valley Drop-in Programs Bennett Valley Senior Center (BVSC) 704 Bennett Valley Road 707 545-8608 Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm Bus Route #5, #18

BECOME A MEMBER

Membership isn’t required to attend any of our activities, but does have its rewards! For $24/year (Individual) $40/yr (Couples) per year, you receive a photo ID card, Bi-monthly newsletter mailed directly to your home and discounts on a variety of activities throughout the year!

Drop-in Activities Schedule Bennett Valley Senior Center Monday 9-10am 9-10am 10:30am-12pm 11am-2pm

$4 $2 $3 $2

Tuesday

LEISURE ROOM

9-10:30am 9:30-10:30am 9:30-11am 10-11am 10:30am-12pm 11:15am-12:45pm 12:30-2pm 12:30-1:30pm

Drop-In Activities Bennett Valley Senior Center

Wednesday

NEEDLECRAFT ($3 drop-in)

9-10am 9am-12pm 10am-12pm 10:15-11am 10:30am-2pm 11am-12:30pm

A great place to socialize, pick up a game of cards, a game of 8 or 9-ball (three tables), enjoy coffee and conversation or simply people watch!

Open 9am to 2pm daily. There is a minimal charge for playing pool.

Tai Chi Morning Exercise Needlecraft Bingo Basic Spanish Medicare/S.S. (2nd & 4th Tues) Intermediate Spanish Stretch & Bend Introduction to Spanish Advanced Spanish Spanish Study Line Dance w/ Anita - NEW!

$3 FREE $3 $3 $3 $3 $3 $3

Morning Exercise Ladies Billiards Blood Pressure (4th Wed) On the Ball Chinese Mahjong Line Dance w/ David

$2 $4 ** $3 $3 $3

Have a blast gaining inner core strength on the big stability ball. Support for stamina in posture, balance and body mechanics. Balls are provided. Instructor: JoRene Woodworth

9-10am Tai Chi w/ Dr. Carl 9-11am Wii Games 10-11am Stretch & Bend 10:15-11:15am Silver Silvers Choral 10:30am-12pm Neuropathy (1st Thurs) TMM (2nd Thurs) 10:30-11:30am 10:30am-12:30pm Whist 11:15am-2pm Party Bridge 11:30am-12:30pm Transitional Line Dance 12-1pm Legal Clinic (1st Thurs) 12:30- 1:30pm Intermediate Line Dance

$3 $3 $3 $2 $3 ** $3 $4 $3 ** $3

SPANISH CLASSES ($3 drop-in)

Friday

Knitting or crochet with those like-minded. Bring your projects to work on.

TAI CHI ($4 drop-in-Mon); ($3 drop-in -Thur) Gentle, flowing movements of Tai Chi for a whole body relaxed workout.

Instructor: Nadine Giovannini (M) Dr Carl Hendel (TH)

MORNING EXERCISE ($2 drop-in) Full range-of-motion, gentle strength, balance, breathing and endurance exercises at a level appropriate for all levels. Instructor: Mary Durham

STRETCH & BEND ($3 drop-in) Increase blood flow with healthy movements to gain strength, agility, & flexibility for a more active and confident mind and body. Instructor: Carole Strode

LINE DANCING ($3 drop-in) No partners’ necessary, just a love to dance and kick up your heels.

Instructor: David Hamley

ON THE BALL ($3 drop-in)

INTRO: For the very beginner, learn pronunciation & spelling.

BASIC: For those with some knowledge, learn verbs, vocabulary and structuring sentences.

INTERMEDIATE: For those with knowledge of most tenses and a good vocabulary.

ADVANCED: For more-or-less fluent speakers. CONVERSATIONAL: Practice short sentences, past & present tense.

SPANISH STUDY: more in-depth conversation and study.

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Thursday

9-10am 9-11am 11am-2pm

Morning Exercise Computer Lab Bingo

$2 ** $2

**Free for Members

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Person Senior Wing Drop-in Programs Person Senior Wing (PSW)

Drop-in Activities Schedule Person Sr Wing

2060 W College Avenue • 543-3745 – FAX 543-3736 Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm Bus Route #3, #6, #15

BECOME A FREQUENT USER

This electronic scan card is perfect for regular participation in Senior drop-in programs. For your convenience, you can purchase your visits in advance (minimum 5 visits). Load your card with drop-in visits, and simply swipe your card at the front desk scanner when you arrive. It’s easier for you and for us, and you save 50¢ per visit!

Drop-In Activities Schedule Person Senior Wing LINE DANCE REBELS ($3 drop-in) Appropriate for advanced beginners. Knowledge of basic steps required. Dance Level: Easy to Moderate. Instructor: Billie Darling

LINE DANCE PRACTICE FOR BEGINNERS ($3 drop-in)

UKULELE SLOW JAM ($2 drop-in) Learn how to play fun songs on the ukuleleGenres include country, blues, early rock and roll, and more. For the beginner and intermediate player.

HISTORY ($2 drop-in)

For those who know basic steps, but need a refresher. Dance Level: Easy. No time will be given to learning basic steps.

Instructor: Billie Darling.

Join Melinda Napier for dynamic history presentations. Topic schedule available at front desk.

EASY INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCE ($3 drop-in)

Bring your knitting, crochet or other handwork. Yarn and needles available for first timer

Knowledge of steps and dancing experience required. Will focus on teaching line dance patterns. Instructor: Anita Jorge.

BELLY DANCE FITNESS ($6 drop-in) Learn traditional Middle Eastern dance steps in a positive, supportive atmosphere using dynamic music. Wear loose comfortable clothes (jingles provided!). No experience necessary.

BETTER BALANCE ($4 drop-in) Regular exercise and consistent practice increase steadiness, stability and balance.

Class is suitable for those who use walkers or canes or who have had a fall or near fall.

BOOMER BLAST FITNESS ($6 drop-in) Low-impact aerobics class to keep you in shape. Join this fun group and keep moving!

CARD GAMES (varies) Cribbage, Hand & Foot, Pedro, Texas Hold’em Poker, Mah Jong: some play experience necessary. Experienced Bridge, Duplicate Bridge and Pinochle: experienced players only.

DISCUSSION GROUP ($2 drop-in) Join this lively discussion group that covers many topics from current events to senior issues.

KNIT PICKERS ($3 drop-in)

PILATES WITH JAE ($7 drop-in) Co-ed mat class for men and women to work out the kinks and sore spots. All levels welcome.

SCRABBLE ($3 drop-in) A welcoming group of wordsmiths! Bring your Scrabble dictionary or borrow the front desk copy.

YOGA WITH DONNA ($7 drop-in) Easy Flow Vinyasa-style Yoga with deep stretching, standing balancing & meditation. Bring mat & towel.

ZUMBA ($6 drop-in) Learn basic Zumba moves to energetic Latin and international music!

Ping Pong! ($4 drop-in) Get your workout and improve hand/eye coordination.

Mah Jong ($4 drop-in) Mah Jong is a game of skill, strategy and chance. Join instructor Guy Richards for a friendly game of Mah Jong – Eastern and Western styles. All levels welcome.

Computer & Technology Lab ($2 drop-in) Offers users the opportunity to check email, work on a project or browse the web. Facilitators are prepared to answer any questions. Lab accommodates 12 users, register at front desk upon arrival.

Recreation information 543-3737

Monday 9-10am Boomer Blast Fitness 9:30-10:30am Line Dance Rebels Needlecraft (Knit Pickers) 10am-12pm 10:30am-12pm History Ukulele Slow Jam Session 11-11:45am 11:30am-12:30pm Yoga with Donna 12:30-3:30pm Party Bridge Experienced Pinochle 12:30-4pm 1-4pm Hand and Foot Card Game Book Club 3rd of month 1:30-3pm 2-3pm Line Dance Practice

$6 $3 $3 $2 $2 $7 $4 $4 $2 $2 $3

Tuesday 9-11am 9-10am 9:30-10:30am 10-11:45am 11:30am-12:30pm 1-4pm 1-3pm 1:30-3pm 2-4pm

Computer Lab $2 Walking Group $2 Pilates with Jae $7 Zumba Basics /Zumba Plus $6/7 Yoga with Donna $7 Ping Pong $4 Pedro $3 Belly Dance Fitness $6 Photography 1st&2nd Tues. $3

Wednesday 9:30-10:30am 10-11:30am 11:30am-12:30pm 12:30-4pm 12:30-3pm 1:30-4:30pm 1-3pm 1-4pm

Line Dance Rebels Discussion Group Yoga with Donna Experienced Pinochle Ukulele– Experienced Drop-In Watercolor Studio Scrabble Ping Pong

$3 $2 $7 $4 $4 $4 $3 $4

Thursday 9-11am 9-10am 9:30-10:30am 11:30am-12:30pm 2-4pm

Computer Lab Walking Group Pilates with Jae Yoga with Donna Cribbage

$2 $2 $7 $7 $3

Friday 9-10am 9:30-10:30am 10am-12:30pm 10:30-11:30am 10:45am-12:15pm 12:30-4pm 12:30-4pm 1-4pm 1-3pm 2-3pm

Boomer Blast Fitness Line Dance Rebels Mah Jong Better Balance “Easy Intermediate” Line Dance Experienced Pinochle Bridge/Exp Players Ping Pong Scrabble Line Dance Practice

$6 $3 $4 $4 $3 $4 $4 $4 $3 $3

Frequent user pass holders save 50¢ per visit.

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WATERCOLOR WITH BARBARA BEGINNER TO ADVANCED

Watercolor with Barbara - Beginning to Advanced

Develop your unique style with glowing watercolor techniques. Monthly themes, daily demos & critiques.

Min 8 Max 20

4 weeks 5 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks

Instructor: Barbara Marlin-Coole

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Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri

Dates 3/6-3/27 4/3-5/1 5/8-5/29 6/5-6/26 7/10-7/31 8/7-8/28

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9:15am – 12:00pm 9:15am – 12:00pm 9:15am – 12:00pm 9:15am – 12:00pm 9:15am – 12:00pm 9:15am – 12:00pm

PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26

SR Res Fee Fee $36 $45 $36 $36 $36 $36

$46 $55 $46 $46 $46 $46

Watercolor with Barbara - Intermediate to Advanced

WATERCOLOR WITH BARBARA INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED

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Develop your unique style with glowing watercolor techniques. Monthly themes, daily demos & critiques.

Min 8 Max 20

4 weeks 5 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks

Instructor: Barbara Marlin-Coole

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Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri

Dates 3/6-3/27 4/3-5/1 5/8-5/29 6/5-6/26 7/10-7/31 8/7-8/28

Time 12:30-3:15pm 12:30-3:15pm 12:30-3:15pm 12:30-3:15pm 12:30-3:15pm 12:30-3:15pm

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PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26 PSW Rm 26

$36 $45 $36 $36 $36 $36

$46 $55 $46 $46 $46 $46

MOSAICS WITH KATHRYN 4 Weeks Brighten your life with a handcrafted mosaic piece for your home. In this class we will create a mosaic vase, lamp, shelf, or frame using glass and plates. Glass and plates are an ideal mosaic medium as they are lighter and easier to snip to size. Students will become familiar with basic skills, adhesives, tools, tricks and techniques. Don’t miss this opportunity to create a special project and add some color and bling to your life. All materials including vases and frames are included, but students are encouraged to bring favorite plates and glass pieces as well as project pieces to cover. Min 8 Max 12 Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli Thurs, 4/6-4/27 - 10am-12:00pm Person Senior Wing Rm. 26 Fee: $80 (S.R. Resident $70) #75626

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AC T I V E A D U LT S ( 5 0 + ) Classes

FUNDAMENTAL DRAWING WITH FRENCH ARTIST CHRISTIAN QUINTIN

Fundamental Drawing with Christian # Weeks

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A university level class on the fundamentals of drawing which includes understanding mass, volume and seeing objects as three dimensional figures, the study of ellipses and perspective, shading and depth, landscape, composition and most important creativity. The skills you will learn are accessible and you will make great progress conveying what you see, feel or imagine. The class is continuous and for all levels. While it is best to register for these series of classes, each series explores the same general understanding, thus can be taken individually. Instructor Christian Quintin Min 8 Max 20

4 weeks 5 weeks 4 weeks 4 weeks 5 weeks 4 weeks

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Thurs Thurs Thurs Thurs Thurs Thurs

OPEN STUDIO (ALL MEDIUM) WITH CHRISTIAN QUINTIN

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Join renowned artist Christian Quintin in this studio style art class. Working with the medium of your choice, pastels, oils, watercolor, acrylics, charcoal, etc... This class will greatly improve your technique while encouraging your own voice and vision. Learn from a professional artist to create a finished drawing or painting. The class is continuous and for all levels.

Min 8 Max 20

Dates 3/5-3/26 4/2-4/30 5/7-5/28 6/4-6/25 7/2-7/30 8/6-8/27

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11am-1pm 11am-1pm 11am-1pm 11am-1pm 11am-1pm 11am-1pm

PSW PSW PSW PSW PSW PSW

SR Res Fee Fee $44 $55 $44 $44 $55 $44

$54 $65 $54 $54 $65 $54

Open Studio with Christian

Instructor: Christian Quintin, born in Brittany, France, studied at the Beaux Arts Academy in Paris and moved to the United States in 1981. Christian has exhibited his art in galleries and museums in San Francisco, New York and the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento and has been a recipient of numerous public and private commissions.

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3-5pm 3-5pm 3-5pm 3-5pm 3-5pm 3-5pm

PSW PSW PSW PSW PSW PSW

$44 $55 $44 $44 $55 $44

$54 $65 $54 $54 $65 $54

THE CREATIVE FLAIR PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS 4 Weeks

THE ART OF COLLAGE WITH KATHRYN 4 Weeks

This class is for all levels. Come express yourself with the art of painting on canvas. $15 materials fee paid to instructor at first class.

Create collages from unique and interesting materials. Experiment with different papers, techniques and ideas to create exciting and individualistic collages while learning about composition, scale, and color theory. India ink will be used to unify and define the collage as well as a bit of paint. All materials are included, but students are encouraged to bring individual memorabilia pieces and photos.

Min 8 Max 12

Instructor: Nina Reimer Fridays, 4 Weeks – 9:30am-12pm BVSC/Rm 16 $65 pre-registration required 3/8-3/27 #72035 4/3-4/24 #72029 5/1-5/22 #72030 6/5-6/26 #72031 7/10-7/31 #72032 8/7-8/28 #72033

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli Wed, 3/4-3/25 - 10am-12pm Person Senior Wing Rm. 26 Fee: $75 (S.R. Resident $65) #75627

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AC T I V E A D U LT S ( 5 0 + ) Classes

LEARN HOW TO USE POLES FOR BALANCE & MOBILITY 1 Day

LEARN TO PLAY FRISBEE DISC GOLF 4 Weeks

Learn quality of life enhancing skills to help improve your balance, endurance, posture, walking gait & strength. Easyto-learn techniques & gentle movements help you more confidently navigate everyday obstacles and enhance your outdoors experiences. Variety of top-quality poles are provided. Discover which poles fit you best and will help you reach your mobility goals! Class is for anyone with mild to moderate mobility challenges. People with MS, Parkinson’s, arthritis or aging joints find these skills invaluable for maintaining quality of life. Ideal for one preparing for a joint replacement or recovering from injury or surgery. Using a walker? Call Jayah (415-699-3333) before registering.

Min 8 Max 12

FRISBEE GOLF is an established sport and recreation that is easy, fun and great exercise. You can throw/fly a frisbee far, with accuracy. All you need is a good disc (FRISBEE) and a good supportive coach.

Learn to drive, putt and score with confidence. Backhand, forehand even upside down throws! Non-competitive, watch yourself improve with each toss.

Once you know the course, play anytime with friends and family. FRISBEE GOLF is a new fun way to get fit and enjoy the exhilaration of this sport and recreation.

It’s all at your fingertips. Walking shoes and comfortable clothes please. FRISBEE GOLF discs provided and available.

Min 4 Max 15

Instructor: Jayah Faye Paley is an educator, mobility coach and an ACE & AFAA certified personal trainer Wed, 7/22 – 1-4:15pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 $46 (S.R. Resident $36) #73789

Instructor: Working for Wham-O’s International Frisbee Association, Tom McRann was responsible for frisbee growth as sport and recreation in the Far Western U.S. Semi retired, Tom wants to continue creating frisbee athletes one person at a time. From 1979-1989 Tom held the Guinness World Record for: “the longest throw of any object in the history of man”.

T’AI CHI CH’UAN FOR ACTIVE 50+ 4 Dates

Tues & Thurs – 9-11am Pre-Register $49 (S.R. Resident $39)

“Think over carefully what the final purpose is: to lengthen life and maintain youth.” - The Essence of T’ai Chi Ch’uan The Literary Tradition. Tai Chi Chuan offers reduced stress levels, improved balance and coordination, increased energy, stamina and agility and increased feeling of wellbeing. People of any age can benefit from Tai Chi practice. Students of all levels are welcome. Min 12 Max 25

3/3-3/26 6/2-6/25

Instructor: Karen Fleming has over 6 years experience and trains with Teacher MT (Steven) Rose at the Whirling Wind Tai Chi Chuan studio.

Tue – 11am-12pm Steele Lane/Dohn Rm $33 (S.R. Resident $23) 2/24-3/17 3/31-4/21 5/5-5/26 6/9-6/30 7/14-8/4

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LINE DANCING LEVEL 2 5 Weeks Build on the foundation started in Level 1 or your past line dance experience. Refine your steps and moves and learn dances to help you transition into the Line Dance Rebels. Past line dance experience and knowledge of basic steps required.

Min 8 Max 20 Instructor: Billie Darling Tues/Thurs, 3/3-4/2 – 2-3pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 $58 (S.R. Resident $48) #75604

LEARN TO TAP DANCE 6 Weeks Learn the basic steps and fundamentals of tap dancing. You will learn simple combinations and complete a tap routine for class performance. A DVD of the final routine performance will be provided to each participating student. Tap shoes are recommended. Min 8 Max 15 Instructor: Billie Darling Tue/Thu, 4/21-5/28 – 2-3pm Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 $78 (S.R. Resident $68) #75612

WALKING GROUP Walking is a great way to improve health and fitness. This supportive group will help your learn the basics, new routes, and keep you motivated. Participants will meet at the Person Senior Wing and walk the adjacent neighborhoods and trails Instructor: Lynn Millar. Minimum 5 Max 25 Tue/Thu, 9-10am Person Sr. Wing 3/3-3/26 $16 #75781 3/31-4/30 $20 #75782 5/5-5/28 $16 #75783 6/2-6/25 $16 #75784 6/30-7/23 $16 #75785 8/4-8/27 $16 #75804

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AC T I V E A D U LT S ( 5 0 + ) Classes

MEDICAL QIGONG FOR SENIORS 4 Dates NEW Qigong is for people of all ages and is especially beneficial for those of more mature years, or those with mobility limitations. This class will aim to improve circulation, increase flexibility, balance, and reduce stress, just some of the benefits of practicing qigong on a regular basis. Class will be divided between the principles of qigong and the practice of qigong, and is intended for seniors or those with physical limitations who need the support of a chair and cannot stand for prolonged moving exercises. Min 8 Max 15 Instructor: Michael Rinaldini is a professional qigong teacher of nearly 20 years , a Level IV (highest) Certified Qigong Teacher by the National Qigong Association, a Daoist priest and trains students locally and internationally through his Qigong Certification Programs.

Mon, 4:30-5:30pm Finley/Cypress Rm $39 (S.R. Resident $29) 2/23-3/16 3/30-4/20 5/4-6/1 (No class 5/25)

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LET’S WRITE! -CREATIVE WRITING 8 Dates When you sit down to write, do you ask yourself ‘Who do I think I am? What do I have to write about? or Who would want to read what I write?’ Find your answers in a warm and friendly environment while we discuss the dreaded self-censorship that comes with our inevitable social conditioning. Character, plot (even in nonfiction), expressing feeling to connect with readers, and more will be presented along with publishing and self-publishing options. By the end of class you will have completed a piece of writing - whether poetry, personal essay, short story, novel, memoir, or other nonfiction book chapter(s). So come and discover the story inside you yearning to be heard! Bring a notebook and pencil or pen. Min 8 Max 10 Instructor: Valerie Serrano, Master of Fine Arts creative writing, BA psychology, years of experience writing and teaching adults in a multicultural and ability environment.

Thu, 2/26-4/23 - 1:30-3:30pm (No class 3/26) Finley Senior Wing/Room 20 $122 (S.R. Resident $112) #73644

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BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER CLASSES We offer both “beginning” and “intermediate” computer classes over a three-week period.

The 90-minute sessions focus on learning mouse skills, windows manipulations and basic word processing techniques. NOTE: These classes are for PCs only - no MACs. Min 3 Max 6 Course Barcode Location Age Day

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Beginning Computer Classes – Class Fee $20 Members ($30 Non-Members)* (Session 1) (Session 2) (Session 3) (Session 4) (Session 5)

72056 72060 72062 72064 72066

BVSC/Rm17 BVSC/Rm17 BVSC/Rm17 BVSC/Rm17 BVSC/Rm17

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Mon Mon Mon Mon Mon

4/6, 4/13, 4/20 5/4, 5/11, 5/18 6/1, 6/8, 6/15 7/6, 7/13, 7/20 8/3, 8/10, 8/17

9-10:30am 9-10:30am 9-10:30am 9-10:30am 9-10:30am

Intermediate Computer Basics – Class Fee $20 Members ($30 Non-Members)* (Session 1) 72057 BVSC/Rm17 50+ Mon 4/6, 4/13, 4/20 11am-12:30pm (Session 2) 72061 BVSC/Rm17 50+ Mon 5/4, 5/11, 5/18 11am-12:30pm (Session 3) 72063 BVSC/Rm17 50+ Mon 6/1, 6/8, 6/15 11am-12:30pm (Session 4) 72065 BVSC/Rm17 50+ Mon 7/6, 7/13, 7/20 11am-12:30pm (Session 5) 72067 BVSC/Rm17 50+ Mon 8/3, 8/10, 8/17 11am-12:30pm COMPUTER LAB is opened Fridays 9am-11am. Free to members, $5 non-members *Refunds will be issued ONLY if the request is received at least 14 days prior to starting date of the class.

AARP Driver Safety Program The AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by AARP Driver Safety, is the nation’s largest classroom and online driver safety course and is designed especially for drivers age 50 and older.

By taking a driver safety course you’ll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. You’ll learn how you can manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. First time students of this driver safety course must take the full 8 hour course. A 4.5 hour renewal classes is available ONLY to those people who have PREVIOUSLY taken the 8 hr class within the last four (4) years.

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Full Courses – Class Fee is $23 (AARP members $18) 8 hrs. 73634 Person Senior Wing Tu/Th 4/28,4/30 9:30am-1:30pm AARP Volunteer 8 hrs. 73635 Person Senior Wing Tu/Th 6/9, 6/11 9:30am-1:30pm AARP Volunteer 8 hrs. 73631 Person Senior Wing Tu/Th 8/11,8/13 9:30am-1:30pm AARP Volunteer Renewal Courses – Class Fee is $23 (AARP members $18) 4 hrs. 73633 Person Senior Wing Tu 3/3 9:30am-2pm AARP Volunteer 5/7 9:30am-2pm AARP Volunteer 4 hrs. 73632 Person Senior Wing Tu 4 hrs. 73636 Person Senior Wing Tu 8/6 9:30am-2pm AARP Volunteer

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AC T I V E A D U LT S ( 5 0 + ) Classes and Activities LEARN TO RIDE THE BUS CLASS

DROP-IN WEIGHT ROOM

Classroom instruction on the City Bus system, then the class takes a ride on the bus! You will learn CityBus routes, the transfer system and fares in this fun and entertaining class. See your City for the first time as a passenger rather than driver.

Please buy passes at the front desk of the Senior Center before participating in the drop-in weight room.

9:30-11:15am BVSC/Rm 16 FREE 4/13 #72213 5/11 #72214 6/08 #72217 7/13 #72219 8/10 #72222

Adults 18+ $18- 6 visit pass $30-12 visit pass $45-20 visit pass

LEGAL CLINIC A lawyer is available to give legal advice to seniors. Please call Senior Center for an appointment.

1st Thursday of month – 12-1pm BVSC/Rm 11 FREE to members, $5 non-members

BLOOD PRESSURE Drop-in and get your blood pressure read and recorded. Learn how to keep your blood pressure levels healthy.

4th Wednesdays of the month 10am - noon BVSC/Rm 11 FREE to members, $5 non-members

LEARN TO PLAY PEDRO 4 Weeks Pedro is a card game played with 4 players divided into partners that uses a standard deck of cards. Object is to win all the point cards (ace, jack, ten two, and 2 pedros). Winners are the partners that have the highest point score after 8 hands.

Instructor: Pete Rizzo Tues, 3/3-3/24 - 10:30am-12pm Person Senior Wing Pre-Register $12 #73458

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Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm Mon, Wed, Fri, 5:30-7pm, BVSC Weight Room

Adults 50+ with current membership $12 -6 visit pass $18-12 visit pass $25-20 visit pass

DROP-IN POOL ROOM

Please buy passes at the front desk of the senior center before participating in the drop-in pool room.

Mon-Fri – 9am-2pm BVSC/POOL ROOM Members: $24-6 passes $36-12 passes $40-20 passes Non-members: $30-6 passes $48-12 passes $60-20 passes

POOL TOURNAMENTS Do you like to play pool? Have a little competitive spirit? Enter to play in one of our pool tournaments.

Men and women welcome!

Thursdays – 10am-2pm BVSC/Rm 13 $2 Registration/$3 Pot Win 2/19 #68016 3/19 #72163 4/16 #72164 5/21 #72165 6/18 #72166 7/16 #72167 8/20 #72168

BALLROOM DANCES Our mixture of bands and DJ play all your favorite sounds from the 40’s to present.

Dance steps from Polka to the Waltz, Cha Cha to Tango will keep your feet and spirits floating. Refreshments will be served. If you love to dance come experience the best ballroom dancing in Santa Rosa.

Fridays – 1-4pm Finley Community Center $8 drop-in Special Dance Themes and Exceptions 2/13 3/13 5/08 6/19 8/14

Valentine’s Dance St Patrick’s Day Dance Mother’s Day Dance Father’s Day Dance Hawaiian Luau Dance

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AC T I V E A D U LT S ( 5 0 + ) Special Events

5TH THURSDAY LINE DANCE SOCIAL Let’s get together for an afternoon of line dancing. All levels are welcome. This is a fun opportunity to bring together line dance enthusiasts from different venues for an afternoon of dancing and socializing.

Thurs, 1/29, 5/28, 7/30, 10/29, 1-4pm Person Senior Wing Pre-Register: $5

BIG BUCK$ BINGO Admission includes 18 game sheets and hot dog BBQ lunch. We have daubers!

Pre-registration is required, but payment is made at the door. Additional Bingo packs (9 games) $5 each, available at game.

Sat, 3/28 - 10am-2pm BVSC $10 admission #72016

MEMORIAL DAY BBQ Join us for an All-American BBQ lunch in the courtyard at the Person Senior Wing!

Pre-registration is required.

Fri, 5/22 - 11:30am-1:30pm A Cook-out in the Courtyard $5 members; $9 non-members #75744

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FATHER’S DAY BBQ Not to be forgotten, a special acknowledgment to those guys in our lives! Polish sausages and all the fixings!

Mon, 6/22 - 11:30am-1 pm BVSC Patio $3 members; $5 non-members

OLD FASHIONED PICNIC AT THE PARK Celebrate the holiday at our annual senior picnic at Finley Community Park. Bring your cards, music and dancing shoes! Full BBQ lunch served at noon, followed by fun and entertainment.

Thurs, 7/9 - 11am-3pm Finley Community Park Pre-Register: $5 #72010

12TH ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD FLEA MARKET Join us and our neighbors for a day full of treats and treasures. BBQ is on the patio.

Vendors can purchase approx 9’x12’ booth space. Set up at 7am; call 545-8608 for more information.

Sat, 8/22 - 8am-1pm BVSC parking lot $20 vendor space #72012

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AQ UAT I C S

Facility Information Ridgway Swim Center

PUBLIC SWIM

LOCATION: 455 Ridgway Avenue (adjacent to Santa Rosa High) PHONE: 543-3421

Fax: 543-4350

OFFICE HOURS: Mon. - Fri., 9am-4pm, Sat/Sun., 9am-1pm The Ridgway Swim Center boasts a 25-yard by 25-yard, 9 lane competition pool; and a 2 - 3½ foot deep instructional pool.

Ridgway features rim flow gutters, expanded deck space, tumble buckets, 140 ft. water slide as well as revitalized office and locker room areas.

SPECIAL CLOSURES: August 24 - 28 Ridgway pool will be closed for scheduled maintenance.

Finley Aquatic Center LOCATION: 2060 West College Avenue (Stony Point Road and West College Avenue) PHONE: 543-3760 Fax: 543-3768 OFFICE HOURS: Mon.-Fri., 6am-8pm; Sat., 9am -1pm; Sun., 10am-1pm The Finley Aquatic Center has a 25-yard, 10-lane competition pool and a 3-foot-deep “L” shaped instructional pool. The facility is fully ADA accessible, with pool ramp and wheelchair lift.

BIRCH ROOM RENTAL: Rent our meeting room located at the Finley Aquatic Center! The Birch Room is fully equipped with an 8-foot screen, data projector, 5.1 surround sound HD DVD player and dry-erase whiteboard.

You can use this room to host a professional meeting, birthday party or any other occasion. The room measures 16’ x 27’ and comfortably seats 24 people in a conference style set-up. Room rates begin at as low as $15 per hour when rented with the pool, and $30 per hour when booked separately.

Both swim centers are available for rent after regular pool hours.

Lifeguards are provided and reservations are needed at least two weeks prior to requested date.

1-50 participants 51-150 participants 151-250 participants 250+ participants

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• Flotation devices are not permitted. This includes suits with built-in flotation pieces.

• Children under age 8 must be supervised by a responsible person age16+.

• Children under age 5 must have an adult in the water with them at all times.

• No jean cut-offs, T-shirts, or street shorts allowed in the water.

• Only clearly identified service animals are permitted.

• Children must be 48 inches to ride the Ridgway water slide.

• Swimwear with exposed zippers buckles or metal rivets are not permitted on the Ridgway water slide.

• Thong/G-string suits are not permitted in the pool area.

• Children over age 5 are not allowed in opposite-sex locker rooms.

We have a family change room available.

• There is a $5 replacement fee for re-printed passes.

PUBLIC SWIM HOURS FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER April 27-June 5 – Mon-Fri: 3-4:45pm June 8-August 21 – Mon-Fri: 1:30-4:45pm June 13 – August 23 – Sat & Sun: 1:30-6pm August 23rd is the last day of public swim at Finley for 2015. No Fall season public swim at this facility.

RIDGWAY SWIM CENTER April 25 - October 4 – Sat & Sun 1:15-6pm June 15 - August 21 – Mon- Fri 12-4pm (Limited Space 12-1:15pm), Fri Late Night 7:30-9:30pm, Sat & Sun 1:15-6pm August 24 - 28 – Ridgway Pool will be closed August 31 - October 2 – Mon-Fri 2:45-4:45pm (limited space 3:45-4:45pm) October 4th is the last day of Public Swim at Ridgway for 2015.

Please Note: Ridgeway pool will be closed 8/24-8/28

POOL RENTAL

Fee:

Public Swim offers a fun time in the water for all ages. All facilities will be open for use during public swim times and lifeguards will be on duty for your protection. Lockers are available for a 50¢ charge at both facilities. Our concession stand is open during the summer with various foods and drink items for sale. See information below for operating hours. Also, please be aware of the following public swim policies:

$120 per hour $140 per hour $160 per hour $180 per hour

PUBLIC SWIM ENTRANCE FEE All customers entering our facilities will be charged the entrance fee.

Adults (18-54): $5 Youth (2-17): $4 Seniors (55+): $4 Disabled: $4

$50 per hour additional

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Public & Lap Swim Hours PUBLIC SWIM PASSES Public swim passes allow admission to the Finley Aquatic Center and the Ridgway Swim Center.

Flexi Pass: Load your pass with as many public swims as you would like to attend (minimum 5 swims). This pass has no expiration.

Adult: $4.50 per swim Youth/Senior/Disabled: $3.50 per swim All-Season Family Pass: $250 Pass valid from April 25 - October 4 Summer Family Pass: $200 Pass valid from June 6 - August 23.

Includes unlimited swims for up to 5 family members, additional family members $10 (Limited to 7 household members)

LAP SWIM A time for lap swim fitness. Lane lines will be in place with lanes designated according to speed. Kickboards, pull buoys and hand paddles are available for use during this program. Lockers are available at both facilities for a 50¢ charge. Lap swim is a year-round on-going program. See right for available days, times and lap swim pass information. Availability of lanes will vary.

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RIDGWAY SWIM CENTER LAP SWIM Mon-Fri: 9:30am-1pm until 6/12 9:45am-1pm (6/15-8/21) Sat/Sun: 9:30am-1pm FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER LAP SWIM Mon-Fri: 6-8am (M/W/F no walking lane available 7-8am) 9-11am (until 6/8) no walking lane available 11:30am-1:15pm M/W/F: 5-7pm through 3/20 6-7pm begins 3/23 Tue/Thu: 5-8pm through 3/19 6-8pm begins 3/23 Sat: 9-11am Sat/Sun: 11:30am-1:15pm

LAP SWIM FEES

$5 General Admission $4 Senior 55+/Disabled $55 Monthly Lap Pass, General Admission $45 Monthly Lap Pass, Senior/Disabled Flexi Pass (No Expiration): $4.50 per swim General Admission, Minimum 5 swims $3.50 per swim Senior 55+/Disabled, Minimum 5 swims

Ridgway Swim Hotline: 543-3421 Finley Swim Hotline: 543-3760

SANTA ROSA MASTERS SWIMMING Masters is a coach-guided aquatic training program for beginning, intermediate and advanced adult swimmers. Correction and development of strokes and techniques will be provided by an on-deck coach.

Ridgway Swim Center Fees: Monthly Pass: Admission to any Masters coached workout, $65 per month (S.R. Resident $55 per month) Monthly Plus Pass: Admission to any Masters coached work-out plus all lap swim hours at Ridgway and Finley $69.50 per month Drop-in: $7 per visit Practice Times: “Morning Thunder” Workout, MondayFriday, 6-7am “Afternoon Delight” Workout, Tuesday and Thursday, 11:45am-1pm Hermine Terhorst teaches Private Swim Lessons for Adults. Her balanced approach to teaching makes learning fun. Become 100% successful regardless of your learning fears or restrictions! Contact: (707) 480-0794

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Water Fitness Classes WATER FITNESS (Age 16+) Water fitness is a fun aquatic activity which uses the resistance of water to provide strength training and aerobic conditioning for people of all fitness levels. Water provides smooth and variable resistance through a full range of motion. Improve your strength, endurance, flexibility and well-being in this exhilarating class. Nonswimmers are welcome.

M/W/F: 7-8am & 9-10am Mon-Sun: 10-11am Mon-Fri: 5-6pm T/Th: 7-8pm Finley Aquatic Center, Drop-in fee: $6 Flexi Pass: Load your pass with as many Water Fitness classes as you would like. $5/ class (Minimum 5 classes.) This pass has no expiration.

Monthly Membership Pass: This pass is valid from the first day to the last day of the month in which it is purchased and has no limit of classes one can attend. $75

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THERAPEUTIC WATER EXERCISE (Age 16+) Therapeutic Water Exercise is designed to accommodate people with various physical problems, physical disabilities or those recovering from injury or surgery. This class can also be used for prehabilitation (pre-operative exercise for optimal surgery outcome).

Individual instruction is provided. You may register in person, over the phone or online.

Instructor: Donna Burch or Rene Bosen (No Drop-ins) Location: Finley Aquatic Center *Course pro-rated for 1 week due to scheduled maintenance closure (10/19-10/23) Barcode Days 73646 73647 73648 73649 73650 73651 73652 73653 73654 73655 73656 73657 73658 73659 73660 73661 73662 73663 73664 73665 73666 73667 73668 73669 73670 73671 73672 73673 73674 73675 73676 73677 73678 73679 73680 73681 73682 73683 73684 73685 73686

M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th T/Th/Sat T/Th/Sat T/Th/Sat T/Th/Sat T/Th/Sat T/Th/Sat T/Th/Sat T/Th/Sat T/Th/Sat

Dates 2/16 – 3/13 3/16 – 4/10 4/13 – 5/8 5/11 – 6/5 6/8 – 7/3 7/6 – 7/31 8/3 – 8/28 8/31 – 9/25 9/28 – 10/16 2/16 – 3/13 3/16 – 4/10 4/13 – 5/8 5/11 – 6/5 6/8 – 7/3 7/6 – 7/31 8/3 – 8/28 8/31 – 9/25 9/28 – 10/16 2/17 – 3/12 3/17 – 4/9 4/14 – 5/7 5/12 – 6/4 6/9 – 7/2 7/7 – 7/30 8/4 – 8/27 9/1 – 9/24 9/29 – 10/15 6/9 – 7/2 7/7 – 7/30 8/4 – 8/27 9/1 – 9/24 9/29 – 10/15 2/17 – 3/14 3/17 – 4/11 4/14 – 5/9 5/12 – 6/6 6/9 – 7/4 7/7 – 8/1 8/4 – 8/29 9/1 – 9/26 9/29 – 10/17

Time 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00pm 12:15-1:00pm 12:15-1:00pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 11:30-12:15pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 12:15-1:00 pm 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am 9:00-9:45am

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Swim Lessons – General Information SWIM LESSON INFORMATION • Age level indicates that the participant must be that age by the first day of class.

• Participants may not make-up classes which have been missed. If your child is sick the first few days of class, they are encouraged to take the remaining days.

• In the natural progression of children in swim lessons, it is not uncommon to expect your child to take and re-take a particular level before progressing to the next level.

• To remedy supervision concerns, please do not send children too early for classes and please pick up children on time.

• Persons will not be admitted to any fee program without being registered.

• Register early as classes fill up quickly.

• Save the registration receipt for presentation to the Swim Center Front Desk at the first class.

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Children registered for a class which they are not qualified for will be placed in the correct class only if there is a vacancy. If there is no vacancy, your money will be refunded. Please read the class descriptions carefully to ensure your child is enrolled in the correct class.

See page 79-80 for more information.

• If your child graduates to a higher level than you have them registered for, we will make every effort to accommodate a transfer, subject to availability.

However, there may be instances where a refund is necessary.

Beginning Swim Program (Level 1 - Parent Child/Adult Beginner) Our beginning swim program is designed for all ages to gain basic water skills.

The focus of these courses is water adjustment and fun in the aquatic environment.

PARENT CHILD (Ages: 6 months - 3 years)

This is a FUN introduction to the water. Participants will work on a variety of skills in a casual setting, including singing songs and playing games. Water adjustment and beginner skills such as blowing bubbles, going underwater, floating, kicking and scooping will be introduced to students as well as parents. The program is designed to teach you to work with your child on water adjustment and introductory skills. Parent participation in the water is required.

TADPOLES (Ages: 3-5 years)

No previous water experience is required for this class. Students will work on being comfortable and enjoying their time in the water. Fun, games and imagination will be used to teach swimming skills including: blowing bubbles, going underwater, floating, kicking and alternating arms.

WATER FROGS (Ages: 4-5 years)

Students must be able to float and glide unassisted with their face in the water and back float with assistance. Students will work on introductory front crawl, back floats, back crawl and elementary backstroke.

SEA STARS (Ages: 6-9 years)

No previous water or swimming experience is required for this class. Students will work on a variety of skills including water adjustment, submerging, front and back floats, kicking, front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke.

DOLPHINS (Ages: 10-15 years)

No previous water experience is required for this class. Students will work on skills including: water adjustment, floats, front and back crawl, and elementary backstroke. The pace of the course will be based on student progress and needs. More advanced skills may also be taught including: breaststroke, sidestroke, treading water, and kneeling and standing dives. This class is taught in 3 1/2 feet of water.

ADULT BEGINNER (Ages: 16 years and up)

No previous water experience is required for this class. Students will work on skills ranging from water adjustment and floating to front crawl back crawl and elementary backstroke.

The pace of the course will be based on student progress and needs. This class is taught in 3 1/2 feet of water.

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Swim Lessons – General Information Intermediate Swim Program (Level 2-5) Our intermediate swim program is designed to build swimming proficiency, technique and endurance. The focus of these courses is skill development.

LEVEL 2 (Ages: 5-9 years)

Prerequisite: Swim front crawl and back crawl 5 yards. Students will work on side breathing for front crawl, improving their back crawl and elementary backstroke arms.

Attention will be placed on skill proficiency and technique.

LEVEL 3 (Ages: 6 and up)

Prerequisite: Front crawl with side-breathing and back crawl for 15 yards, and elementary backstroke arms for 5 yards. Teaching will emphasize improving side-breathing and endurance for front crawl. Students will be introduced to elementary backstroke kick, breaststroke kick, butterfly kick and sitting and kneeling dives. This course will be taught in deeper water.

LEVEL 4 (Ages: 6 and up)

Prerequisite: 25 yards of front crawl with excellent side-breathing, 25 yards of back crawl, 15 yards of elementary backstroke, breaststroke kick, and dolphin kick. Students will learn to coordinate breaststroke arms and kick and be introduced to butterfly. Students will work on treading water and learning to do a standing dive from the side of the pool.

LEVEL 5 (Ages: 6 and up)

Prerequisite: 50 yards of front crawl and back crawl, 25 yards of the elementary backstroke, 15 yards of breaststroke and butterfly. Students will improve technique and endurance on the front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, and breaststroke.

Students will work on proficiency in butterfly and the sidestroke, treading water, diving and flip turns.

Advanced Swim Program (Level 6)

Our advanced swim program is designed for proficient swimmers to build specialized swimming skills.

LEVEL 6 - FITNESS SWIMMER (Ages: 6 and up)

Prerequisite: 50 yards front crawl, 50 yards back crawl, 25 yards breaststroke, 25 yards butterfly. The focus of this class is swimming as a lifelong fitness activity. Swimmers will continue to refine technique in all strokes and improve endurance while learning how to create their own workouts. Students will work on learning how to use fins, pull-buoys and kickboards in their workout and how to use a pace clock, flip turns, open turns and lap swim etiquette

LEVEL 6 - LIFEGUARD PREPAREDNESS (LGT) (Ages: 6 and up)

Prerequisite: 50 yards front crawl, 50 yards back crawl, 25 yards breaststroke, 25 yards butterfly. The focus of this class is on the use of swimming in lifeguarding, lifeguard skills and preparing for the Junior Lifeguard or Lifeguard programs. Swimmers will continue to refine technique in all strokes and improve endurance while learning lifeguard skills. Students will work on water entries, swimming with a rescue tube, and rescues for distressed swimmer, active drowning and passive drowning victims.

LEVEL 6 - DIVING (Ages: 8 and up - Available only at Finley Aquatic Center)

Prerequisite: Students must be able to swim 50 yards continuously combining front and back crawl. Beginning divers are recommended to take this class prior to joining the Santa Rosa Dive Team. Intermediate and advanced divers are welcome too! All students will have equal board time and instruction from our diving instructor, Savy Moen. Skills include, but are not limited to: approach, hurdle, take off, diving positions (tuck, pike, straight), forward dive, back dive, forward dive 1/2 twist, inward dive, forward somersault and diving safety.

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Swim Lessons – Finley SWIM LESSONS AT FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER Finley Aquatic Center W. 2060 College Ave SPRING LESSONS 28 Minute Group Lessons, 4 Day Lessons M/W or T/Th for 2 weeks $34 (S.R. Residents $24) Private lesson schedule on page 85 *Session 5 (M/W) has been pro-rated.

No class 5/25 due to Memorial Day $28 (S.R. Residents $18)

Spring Group Evening Lessons at Finley Aquatic Center

Monday/Wednesday Lessons

Session 1 3/23 - 4/1

Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5* 4/6 - 4/15 4/20 - 4/29 5/4 - 5/13 5/18 - 5/27

4:00pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs N/A 74027 74028 74029 74030 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs N/A 74136 74137 74138 74139

Sea Stars 6-9 yrs N/A 74232 74233 74234 74235

Level 2 5-9 yrs N/A 74341 74342 74343 74344 6m-3 yrs N/A 73972 73973 73974 73975 4:30pm Parent Child Tadpoles 3-5 yrs N/A 74032 74033 74034 74035 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs N/A 74140 74141 74142 74143

Sea Stars 6-9 yrs N/A 74236 74237 74238 74239

Level 2 5-9 yrs N/A 74345 74346 74347 74348

Level 3 6+ yrs N/A 74417 74418 74419 74420 5:00pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs 73976 73977 73978 73979 73980 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 74036 74037 74038 74039 74040

Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 74240 74241 74242 74243 74244

Level 4 6+ yrs 74516 74517 74518 74519 74520

Level 5 6+ yrs 74551 74552 74553 74554 74555 5:30pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs 73981 73982 73983 73984 73985 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 74041 74042 74043 74044 74045 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 74144 74145 74146 74147 74148

Level 3 6+ yrs 74421 74422 74423 74424 74425 6:00pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 74046 74047 74048 74049 74050 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 74149 74150 74151 74152 74153

Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 74245 74246 74247 74248 74249 Dolphin 10-15 yrs 74622 74623 74624 74625 74626 Adult Beginner 16+ N/A 74682 74683 74684 74685

Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5

Tuesday/Thursday Lessons

3/24 - 4/2 4/7 - 4/16 4/21 - 4/30 5/5 - 5/14 5/19 - 5/28

4:00pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs N/A 73987 73988 73989 73990 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs N/A 74052 74053 74054 74055 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs N/A 74154 74155 74156 74157

Sea Stars 6-9 yrs N/A 74250 74251 74252 74253

Level 2 5-9 yrs N/A 74349 74350 74351 74352 4:30pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs N/A 74057 74058 74059 74060 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs N/A 74158 74159 74160 74161

Sea Stars 6-9 yrs N/A 74254 74255 74256 74257

Level 2 5-9 yrs N/A 74353 74354 74355 74356 5:00pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs 74333 73992 73993 73994 73995 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 74061 74062 74063 74064 74065

Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 74258 74259 74260 74261 74262

Level 4 6+ yrs 74521 74522 74523 74524 74525

Level 5 6+ yrs 74556 74557 74558 74559 74560 5:30pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs 73996 73997 73998 73999 74000 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 74066 74067 74068 74069 74070 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 74162 74163 74164 74165 74166

Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 74263 74264 74265 74266 74267

Level 3 6+ yrs 74426 74427 74428 74429 74430 6:00pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 74071 74072 74073 74074 74075 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 74167 74168 74169 74170 74171 SeaStars 6-9 yrs 74268 74269 74270 74271 74272 Dolphin 10-15 yrs 74627 74628 74629 74630 74631 Adult Beginner 16+ N/A 74686 74687 74688 74689

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Swim Lessons – Finley Summer Group Morning Lessons at Finley Aquatic Center SUMMER MORNING LESSONS AT FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER 28 Minute Group Lessons, 8 Day Lessons M-Th for 2 weeks $58 Non Residents ($48 S.R. Residents) Private lesson schedule on page 85 *This week is only offered in the evening and is part of our in-service staff training.

The course is 1 week MonThur and has been pro-rated $30 ($20 S.R. Residents) **Session 5 is only 1 week Mon-Thur and has been pro-rated $34 ($24 S.R. Residents)

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Inservice* Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5** 6/8-6/11 6/15 - 6/125 6/29 - 7/9 7/13 - 7/23 7/27 - 8/6 8/10 - 8/13 9:30am Tadpoles N/A Waterfrogs N/A Sea Stars N/A Level 2 N/A Level 3 N/A Level 4 N/A 10:00am Tadpoles N/A Waterfrogs N/A Sea Stars N/A Level 2 N/A Level 4 N/A Level 5 N/A Level 6 Lifeguard N/A Level 6 Diving N/A 10:30am Parent Child N/A Tadpoles N/A Waterfrogs N/A Sea Stars N/A Level 2 N/A Level 3 N/A Level 4 N/A Dolphins N/A 11:00am Parent Child N/A Tadpoles N/A Waterfrogs N/A Sea Stars N/A Level 2 N/A Level 3 N/A Level 4 N/A Level 5 N/A Level 6 Fitness N/A 11:30am Parent Child N/A Tadpoles N/A Waterfrogs N/A Sea Stars N/A Level 2 N/A Level 5 N/A Dolphins N/A 12:00pm Tadpoles N/A Waterfrogs N/A Sea Stars N/A Level 2 N/A Level 3 N/A Level 6 Lifeguard N/A 12:30pm Tadpoles N/A Waterfrogs N/A Sea Stars N/A Level 2 N/A Level 3 N/A Level 5 N/A

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Swim Lessons – Finley Summer Group Evening Lessons at Finley Aquatic Center SUMMER EVENING LESSONS AT FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER 28 Minute Group Lessons, 8 Day Lessons M-Th for 2 weeks $58 Non Residents ($48 S.R. Residents) Private lesson schedule on page 85 *This week of lessons is part of our in-service training and has been pro-rated $30 ($20 S.R. Residents)

**Session 5 is only 1 week Mon-Thur and has been pro-rated $34 ($24 S.R. Residents)

In-service* Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5** 6/8-6/11 6/15 - 6/25 6/29 - 7/9 7/13 - 7/23 7/27 - 8/6 8/10 - 8/13 5:00pm Parent Child 73723 74016 74017 74018 74019 74020

Tadpoles 73724 74111 74112 74113 74114 74115

Waterfrogs 73727 74207 74208 74209 74210 74211

Sea Stars 73729 74308 74309 74310 74311 74312

Level 2 73732 74392 74393 74394 74395 74396

Level 4 N/A 74541 74542 74543 74544 74545

Level 5 N/A 74612 74613 74614 74615 74616

Level 6 Fitness N/A 74672 74673 74674 74675 74676 5:30pm Parent Child N/A 74021 74022 74023 74024 74025

Tadpoles 73726 74116 74117 74118 74119 74120

Waterfrogs 73728 74212 74213 74214 74215 74216

Sea Stars 73730 74313 74314 74315 74316 74317

Level 2 73733 74397 74398 74399 74400 74401

Level 3 73734 74470 74471 74472 74473 74474

Level 4 N/A 74546 74547 74548 74549 74550

Level 5 N/A 74617 74618 74619 74620 74621 6:00pm Tadpoles N/A 74121 74122 74123 74124 74125

Waterfrogs N/A 74217 74218 74219 74220 74221

Sea Stars N/A 74318 74319 74320 74321 74322

Level 2 N/A 74402 74403 74404 74405 74406

Level 3 N/A 74475 74476 74477 74478 74479

Level 6 Lifeguard N/A 74662 74663 74664 74665 74666

Dolphins N/A 74642 74643 74644 74645 74646 6:30pm Tadpoles N/A 74126 74127 74128 74129 74130

Waterfrogs N/A 74222 74223 74224 74225 74226

Sea Stars N/A 74323 74324 74325 74326 74327

Level 2 N/A 74407 74408 74409 74410 74411

Level 6 Fitness N/A 74677 74678 74679 74680 74681

Adult Beginner N/A 74690 74691 74692 74693 74694 7:00pm Tadpoles N/A 74131 74132 74133 74134 74135

Waterfrogs N/A 74227 74228 74229 74230 74231

Sea Stars N/A 74328 74329 74330 74331 74332

Level 2 N/A 74412 74413 74414 74415 74416

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Swim Lessons – Ridgway Summer Group Lessons at Ridgway Swim Center SUMMER MORNING LESSONS AT RIDGWAY SWIM CENTER 28 Minute Group Lessons, 8 Day Lessons M-Th for 2 weeks $58 Non Residents ($48 S.R. Residents) Private lesson schedule on page 85 **Session 5 is only 1 week Mon-Thur and has been pro-rated $34 ($24 S.R. Residents)

SUMMER EVENING LESSONS AT RIDGWAY SWIM CENTER 28 Minute Group Lessons, 8 Day Lessons M-Th for 2 weeks $58 Non Residents ($48 S.R. Residents) Private lesson schedule on page 85

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9:45am Tadpoles Sea Stars Waterfrog Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Tadpoles 10:15am Sea Stars Waterfrog Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 10:45am Tadpoles Sea Stars Waterfrog Level 2 Level 3 Level 6 - Fit Swim Adult Beg Dolphin 11:15am Tadpoles Sea Stars Waterfrog Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 6 - Life Parent - Child

Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5** 6/15-6/25 6/29-7/9 7/13-7/23 7/27-8/6 8/10-8/13 74946 74947 74948 74949 74950 74901 74902 74903 74904 74905 74996 74997 74998 74999 75000 74714 74715 74716 74717 74718 74759 74760 74761 74762 74763 75125 75126 75127 75128 75129 75140 75141 75142 75143 75144 74951 74952 74953 74954 74955 74906 74907 74908 74909 74910 75001 75002 75003 75004 75005 74719 74720 74721 74722 74723 74764 74765 74766 74767 74768 75130 75131 75132 75133 75134 75145 75146 75147 75148 75149 74956 74957 74958 74959 74960 74911 74912 74913 74914 74915 75006 75007 75008 75009 75010 74724 74725 74726 74727 74728 74769 74770 74771 74772 74773 74794 74795 75041 74712 75042 74713 75043 75046 75049 75047 75048 74961 74962 74963 74964 74965 74916 74917 74918 74919 74920 75011 75012 75013 75014 75015 74729 74730 74731 74732 74733 74774 74775 74776 74777 74778 75135 75136 75137 75138 75139 74796 74797 74798 74799 74800 74801 74802 74803 74804 74805 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 6/15-6/25 6/29-7/9 7/13-7/23 7/27-8/6 8/10-8/13

Tadpoles 4:15pm Sea Stars Waterfrog Level 2 4:45pm Tadpoles Sea Stars Waterfrog Level 2 Parent - Child 5:15pm Tadpoles Sea Stars Waterfrog Level 2 5:45pm Tadpoles Sea Stars Level 2 Parent - Child 6:15pm Tadpole Waterfrog Level 2 Level 3 Tadpoles 6:45pm Sea Stars Waterfrog Level 3

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Private Swim Lessons Four 28 Minute Lessons: $120 A= Taught in Any Depth S = Taught in Shallow water only (2 1/2 - 3 feet deep) S/D = Taught in shallow (2 1/2 - 3 feet) or deep water (6 - 12 1/2 feet) *Note there is no class on Monday May 25 due to Memorial day, course has been pro-rated

Spring Private Lessons - Finley Monday/Wednesday Lessons (2 Weeks) Water Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 depth 4/6 - 4/15 4/20 - 4/29 5/4 - 5/13 5/18-5/27

Four 28 Minute Lessons (M-Th): $120

Summer Morning Private Lessons - Ridgway Week 1 Week2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 6/15-6/18 6/22-6/25 6/29-7/2 7/6-7/9 7/13-7/16 9:45am 74816 10:15am 74826 10:45am 74836 11:15am 74846

Water Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 depth 4/7 - 4/16 4/21 - 4/30 5/5 - 5/14 5/19 - 5/28

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74819 74829 74839 74849

74820 74830 74840 74850

Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 7/20-7/23 7/27-7/30 8/3-8/6 8/10-8/13

4pm S 73736 73737 73738 73739 9:45am 4:30pm S 73746 73747 73748 73749 10:15am 5pm S/D 73756 73757 73758 73759 10:45am 5:30pm S/D 73766 73767 73768 73769 11:15am 6pm A 73776 73777 73778 73779

Tuesday/Thursday Lessons (2 Weeks)

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Summer Evening Private Lessons - Ridgway (shallow water only) Week 1 Week2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 6/15-6/18 6/22-6/25 6/29-7/2 7/6-7/9 7/13-7/16

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Summer Morning Private Lessons - Finley (M-TH) Water Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Depth 6/15-6/18 6/22-6/25 6/29-7/2 7/6-7/9 7/13-7/16 7/20-7/23 7/27-7/30 8/3-8/6 8/10-8/13 9:30am S/D 73863 73864 10am S 73872 73873 10:30am S/D 73881 73882 11am A 73890 73891 11:30am S/D 73899 73900 12pm S/D 73908 73909 12:30pm S/D 73917 73918

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AQ UAT I C S Water Polo

JR. HAMMERHEAD WATER POLO (Ages 12-16)

SHARK PUPS (Ages 8-12)

This is a growing program for youth to learn and compete in the sport of water polo. The focus of this program will be water polo skill development and playing in real scrimmages and tournaments. Participants should be able to swim at least 50 yards without rest and tread water for 2 minutes.

This year round class is designed for the older child who has some essential water skills developed and is looking to expand those skills with an emphasis on water polo.

Kids enrolled in this class should be able to swim 25 yards without aide or rest.

Practice Times: Mon, Wed 7-8pm Sun 10-11:30am Finley Aquatic Center Monthly Pass: $46 (S.R. Resident $36) Drop-in Fee: $5

Practice Times: Mon, Wed Fri 7-7:45pm Sun 10-11:30am Finley Aquatic Center Monthly Pass: $46 (S.R. Resident $36) 5 Visit Pass: $25 (w/student ID $25) Drop-in Fee: $5 (w/student ID $6)

HAMMER HEAD WATER POLO (Ages 16+) This program offers both a great workout four days a week plus the opportunity to learn the game of water polo. This program also offers the opportunity to compete if one desires to do so. Also, scrimmage games take place each night of the week with quality refereeing.

Practice Times: Mon, Wed Fri 7-9pm Sun 10-11:30am Finley Aquatic Center Monthly Pass: $46 (S.R. Resident $36) 5 Visit Pass: $25 (w/student ID $20) Drop-in Fee: $6 (w/student ID $5)

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AQ UAT I C S

Safety Training Life Guard Training AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING (Full Course) (Age 15+) The ARC, American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course is a 54.5-hour course that meets all necessary criteria towards becoming a professional lifeguard. Upon successful course completion, the participant will receive the following certifications: Lifeguarding/Standard First Aid/CPR/AED for the Lifeguard and First Aid for Public Safety Personnel-Title 22 (a California State requirement). Course prerequisites, to be evaluated the first day of class, include: • Participant must successfully complete a 300yd. swim, demonstrating a reasonable competency of both the front-crawl (a.k.a. free- style) and the breaststroke. This swim is not timed but must be swum without stopping. Goggles and swim caps are allowed.

• Participant must tread water - legs only - in an upright position with their hands in their armpits for 2 minutes.

• Participant must surface-swim 20yds, dive to a depth of over 7ft., retrieve a 10lb. object from the pool bottom, resurface, return to the initial starting point and climb out without the use of a ladder or steps. This portion must be successfully completed within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Goggles not allowed. Lap swim is a great way to prepare.

• Participant must be at least 15 years old by the end of the course.

Instructor’s note: Swimming is an exercise activity like no other! Therefore, if you have not been swimming recently on a somewhat regular basis, it is strongly recommended that you prepare yourself prior to the 300yd. prerequisite-swim by doing so.

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course (LG) – Class fee is $210 (S.R. Resident $200) 73616 Finley 15+ M-Th/Sat 2/24-3/12 6pm - 9:30pm 73617* Finley 15+ Mon - Sat 3/23-3/28 8am - 6pm 73620* Finley 15+ Mon - Sat 3/30-4/4 8am - 6pm 73621 Finley 15+ M-Th/Sat 4/7-4/23 6pm - 9:30pm 73622 Finley 15+ M-Th/Sat 5/5-5/21 6pm - 9:30pm 73623 Finley 15+ M-Th/Sat 6/16-7/2 6pm - 9:30pm 73624 Finley 15+ M-Th/Sat 7/7-7/23 6pm - 9:30pm

9am - 5pm 8am - 6pm 8am - 6pm 9am - 5pm 9am - 5pm 9am - 5pm 9am - 5pm

*One week accelerated course Note: Except for 1-week accelerated courses, the first class starts on Tuesday for prerequisite training.

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING REVIEW COURSE (Age 15+)

Lifeguard certifications (Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Title 22) expire every two years.

This class is designed as an intensive review, in lieu of retaking the full course. CURRENT CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE ALLOWED TO TAKE A REVIEW COURSE AND MUST BE PRESENTED TO THE INSTRUCTOR ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS! It is recommended to renew all certifications at the same time; therefore, this course renews all three certifications. This course will not renew certifications ala cart. The American Red Cross offers CPR for the Professional Rescuer courses as standalone courses. Challenges are no longer available per American Red Cross requirements.

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Review Course – Class fee is $145 (S.R. Resident $135) 72938 Finley 15+ Fri - Sun 2/20 – 2/22 5:30-7:30pm 73618 Finley 15+ Fri - Sun 3/20 – 2/22 5:30-7:30pm 73619 Finley 15+ Fri - Sun 5/1 – 5/3 5:30-7:30pm

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Time (Sat/Sun) 9am - 6pm 9am - 6pm 9am - 6pm

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Junior Lifeguard Camps 2015 Spring Break Surf Camp

River Rescuers Camp

Basic Training Camp

US Open Surf Camp

Super Hero Training Camp

Shark Week Camp

Surf Camp

Endless Summer Surf Camp

March 23 - 26 9 am - 2 pm Doran Regional Park

July 13 - 17 9 am - 4 pm Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach

July 27 - 30 9 am - 2 pm Doran Regional Park

June 15 - 19 9 am - 4 pm Spring Lake Regional Park June 22 - 26 9 am - 4 pm Spring Lake Regional Park

June 29 - July 2 9 am - 2 pm Doran Regional Park

August 3 - 7 9 am - 4 pm Spring Lake Regional Park August 10 - 13 9 am - 4 pm Doran Regional Park

Adventure Camp

July 6 - 10 9 am - 4 pm Spring Lake Regional Park

For more information visit

sonomacountyparks.org

D I F F E R E N T LY A B L E D A D U LT P R O G R A M S Adults & Teens

This program offers social and recreational activities for adults and teens, 16 and older, with developmental disabilities.

DANCES - PARTNERSHIP WITH BECOMING INDEPENDENT (Age 16+) Dances are the second Monday of every Month (unless otherwise noted) at the Steele Lane Community Center from 7-8:30pm. A DJ provides music for dancing. Admission is $5 per person. Soft drinks are available for purchase.

Participants must have a current I.D. and emergency phone number for admission. The dances are wheelchair accessible.

ADVENTURE DAYS (Age 16+) Adventure Days are offered one Saturday a month, September thru May, from 10am to 1:30pm. Participants spend the day at the Steele Lane Community Center. Activities are varied and can include arts and crafts, games and social time. Check bulletin for details. Fee is $10 per person.

Pre-registration is required. This event is wheelchair accessible. Bring a lunch; beverages are provided.

DAA Summer BBQ! (Age 16+) Monday, July 20 - 5:30-7pm at the Finley Park Gazebo We would like to invite you to our Summer BBQ at the Finley Gazebo. We will provide dinner and some fun social time for all. Please bring a side dish to share with the group. Cost is $10. See the bulletin for additional information. Pre-registration is required. The gazebo is wheelchair accessible.

Monthly events are mailed or emailed to participants every six months.

To be added to the mailing list call 543-3737.

Participants who need assistance must bring an aide to any activity.

No fee is charged for the aide.

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D E P T. I N F O R M AT I O N , PA R K S & FAC I L I T I E S Facility Information FINLEY COMMUNITY CENTER

Fenced Dog Parks

Galvin, Rincon Valley, DeTurk, Doyle and

Franklin Park

Located at 2060 W. College Ave. (enter 28,000 square foot modern, multi-purpose facility available for rent. This center includes meeting rooms, banquet and conference facilities, and commercial kitchen.

Rental guide is available with detailed information. Reservations: 543-3733.

leash play allowed at Doyle Park (6-8am).

In all other parks, dogs must be on a leash not exceeding 6 feet in length.

Please pick up after your dogs.

Galvin Community Park

PERSON SENIOR WING This center is a 25,000-square-foot addition to the Finley Recreation Complex.

Rental facilities available include an audipurpose rooms, library and computer lab.

Reservations: 543-3737.

STEELE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER

Fly Casting Pond at Galvin Park.

Horseshoe Facilities

2095 Franklin Avenue, 13 acres. Lighted

3330 Yulupa Avenue. 22 acres. Family/ group picnic, BBQ’s, play equipment, tennis, softball, soccer, restrooms, exercise

Howarth Community Park

at Doyle, Finley and Bicentennial Parks.

Bring your own equipment.

Park Amphitheater and Youth Parks. Reservations: 543-3737.

Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery

This center is located at 415 Steele Lane, 23,000 square foot community center with rental facilities available including meeting rooms/classrooms, auditorium with stage, cooking facilities. Reservations: 543-3284.

Franklin & Monroe Streets. Self-guided walking tours Call 543-3292 for special events schedule.

BENNETT VALLEY SENIOR CENTER

Softball, Baseball and Soccer Fields

Skateboard & Blading Park

Youth Park. Bring your own equipment.

Safety equipment required.

ride, carousel, pony rides, snack bar. Small & large group picnic facilities, gazebo and children’s birthday party packages are available. Hiking, jogging, biking trails, BBQ’s, picnic tables, play areas, restrooms, Wa-Tam, Land of Imagination playground, climbing wall. See Page 2 for Howarth Park attractions.

Northwest Community Park

2880 West Steele Lane. 25 acres. Lighted

Locates at 704 Bennett Valley Road, rental facilities available include meeting rooms, classrooms and small auditorium with stage. Reservations: 545-8608.

are available (weather conditions allowing) for informal recreational use and league play. Call the Sports Desk, 543-3281, (MonThu, 3-7pm; Fri, 3-5pm) for permit use and

Swim Facilities

line, 543-3474, is updated at 3pm, Monday through Friday.

455 Ridgway Ave. 543-3421

5108 Badger Road. 25 acres. Family/group picnic, BBQ’s play equipment, softball, soccer, restrooms, dog Park for large and small dogs.

Community Parks

Finley Aquatic Center

Southwest Community Park

Special Facilities

Group picnic reservations are available.

See page 73 for contact information. For a detailed list of neighborhood parks, go to srcity.org/parks.

1698 Hearn Avenue at Burbank, 19 acres.

Family/group picnic, BBQ’s, play equipment, basketball, softball, soccer, and restrooms.

Bennett Valley Golf Course

Doyle Community Park

Youth Community and Skate Park

Bocce Courts

22 acres. Family/group picnic, BBQ’s, play equipment, baseball, horseshoes, restrooms, clubhouse, dog park, and Doyle Day Camp.

Ridgway Swim Center

2060 W. College Ave. 543-3760

3328 Yulupa Avenue. 528-3673 DeMeo and Juilliard Parks.

Bring your own equipment.

Church of One Tree

Juilliard Park. Rent for weddings & special occasions. Call 543-3285.

DeTurk Round Barn

DeTurk Park. Rent for weddings, meetings, parties, conferences. Call 543-3285.

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ball, BBQ’s, parking, dog park. No reservable picnic areas.

Rincon Valley Community Park

1500 Fulton Road. 72 acres. Picnic areas, BBQ’s, gazebo, play equipment, restrooms, skate park for skateboarders and in-line and Youth Memorial.

Finley Community Park

2060 W. College Ave (entrance on Stony Point Road). 22 acres. Play equipment, tennis courts, basketball court, sand volleyball, horseshoe pits, restrooms, group and family picnic, BBQ’s, gazebo, Ropes Course, community center and swim complex.

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D E P T. I N F O R M AT I O N , PA R K S & FAC I L I T I E S Department Information

Scholarships for Swim Lessons:

Thanks to generous donors, Recreation & Parks offers a number of scholarships to enable families in need to participate in swim lessons. For eligibility information, please call 543-3737.

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA):

Invest in Your Community - Here’s How You Can Help: The Friends Program offers individuals, businesses, or organizations the opportunity to financially assist or support a variety of Recreation & Parks programs.

Sponsoring a special event, adopting a park, or donating a memorial bench are just a few ideas! Call 543-3737 for more information.

Recreation & Parks is committed to compliance with the ADA. For accommodation requests or inquiries about accessibility, please call 543-3292, or (TDD) 543-3289 (M-F, 8am-5pm), at least 72 hours prior to the event. Accessible parking is available at all City facilities. For more information regarding the closest accessible public transportation and bus lines, please call 543-3325. Complaints regarding department compliance with ADA should be directed to the Director of Recreation & Parks, 415 Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, 543-3292 or (TDD) 543-3289 (M-F, 8am - 5pm – Alternate Fridays: closed)

Standards of Behavior:

Discrimination:

Friends Program:

For the enjoyment and safety of everyone; Recreation & Parks expects all participants to treat the people and facilities connected with the program with respect and abide by all rules and direction from the staff. Recreation & Parks reserves the right to refuse service to anyone for failure to abide by these standards.

Recreation & Parks prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status or sexual orientation. Should you have any concerns, please contact the Director of Recreation & Parks, 415 Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, 543-3292 or (TDD) 5433289 (M-F, 8am -5pm)

Photos:

Recreation & Parks staff reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities and program participants for potential promotional use. All photos will remain the property of Recreation & Parks and may be used for publicity or promotion purposes only. If you or anyone in your family should not be photographed, contact Recreation & Parks at 543-3737.

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Birthday Parties Let Recreation & Parks help you plan your child’s birthday party!

We offer a variety of convenient and affordable party package options that will suit multiple interests. We take care of the details, so you can spend more time having fun with your guests! Below is a sampling of what we offer and full details are available at www.santarosarec.com.

BASKETBALL PARTY!

Enjoy a 2-hour party for ages 6-12 at Steele Lane Community Center. Games, activities, drills, engaging instructor, sport music, party room, fun! Price: $175 plus $50 refundable deposit (12 child maximum). Call 543-3737 to book a party.

DODGE BALL PARTY!

Enjoy a 2-hour party for ages 7-16. Games, activities, drills, engaging instructor, sport music, party room, fun! Price: $175 plus $50 refundable deposit (20 child maximum). Call 543-3737 to book a party.

PARTY AT THE POOL!

The Birch Room at the Finley Aquatic Center and “Under the Awning” at the Ridgway Swim Center can be reserved for birthday parties, $9 per child, includes admission. Minimum party size is ten children. Call Finley (543-3760) or Ridgway (543-3421) to book a party.

PARTY AT HOWARTH PARK!

Voted best Sonoma County birthday party spot by Sonoma Family Life Magazine readers! Package includes party picnic space reservation, unlimited train, carousel, jump house, & animal barn rides for 10 children (one adult may ride free with each child), one pony ride per child (up to 10 children), Howarth Park souvenirs.

Total cost is $150 (for 10 children); add additional child guests for $15 each. Parties are held during park operating hours, April 6-October 27. Make your reservation online at howarthpark.com or call 543-3737. *Please note: animal barn is only open between June 13 and August 20.

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D E P T. I N F O R M AT I O N , PA R K S & FAC I L I T I E S Información General RESERVACIÓNES DE SALÓNES Podrá recojer un paquete de información en el Centro Comunitario de Finley para planear su fiesta familiar. Llamar al numero 707 543-3737.

Quinceañeras Bodas y Recepciónes Aniversários Reuniones de la Iglécias Reuniones de Clubs de Servicio Tásas sin interés Recaudación de fondos Conferéncias Reuniones de Negócios Cumpleaños Bautísmos

OTROS EDIFICIOS DE RENTA: Centro Comunitários Finley Centro Comunitario Person Senior Wing Centro Comunitário Steele Lane Centro Comunitário Bennett Valley La Iglècia de One Tree La Granja de De Turk

CLASES/PROGRAMAS

Todas Las Clases Ofrecen Solamente En Ingles!

La Salud es lo Maximo!

Para distfrutár un ambiente dívertido tenémos varios prográmas para toda la familia incluyéndo desde niños hasta adultos. Estos programas son ofrecidos por la Ciudad de Santa Rosa Recreacion y parques.

Zumba, Aerobica, Karate, Campamentos de verano y otoño, Natacion, Arte, Computación, Balet y mucho mas….

Kindergym:

Su hijo/a aumentara capacidades sociales por medio de convivir con otros pequeñitos y hacer actividades como corer, brincar y gatear. Habrá actividades de canto, juegos con paracaidas.

Servicios Vecindarios Para Jovenes

Ofrece programas para niños desde 6-18 años en Santa Rosa. Ofréce tambien programas gratis y de bajos recursos. Los siguiéntes programas incluyen: Deportes, Asistencia de tareas, Tutoria, Arte, Musica, Clubs y mucho mas…

Para mas informacion favor de llamar al 707-543-4501 Santarosarec.com (neighborhood youth programs)

Hay becas disponibles.

Para obtener mas información favor de llamar al 707-543-3737 o pueden venir en persona al Centro Comunitario de Finley en la siguiente direction 2060 W College Avenue.

Para personas discapacitadas favor de llamar al 707-543-3292/TDD 543-3289 (Lunes a Viernes 8am-5pm)

PARQUES Parque de los Patos/Howarth Park

Este parque tiene un Carusel, Tren, Brincolín, y Ponis. Hay una fuente de agua que está localizada en el la area de recreo, y tiene una pared de piedras para escalar.

Parque y Granja de Bayer

Este parqué tiene uno de los jardines mas grandes de Santa Rosa! El parque de Bayer ofrece jardines pequeños y disponibles para alquilar. Támbien pueden comprar verduras y flores o simplemente disfrutarlo. Este parque esta localizado en 1550 West Avenue, Santa Rosa CA. Para mas información llame al 707-542-9318 o visite la pagina del internet www.landpaths.org

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Permisos Para Parques:

Tenemos espácios grandes y chicos para hacer reservaciónes en los siguientes parques: Doyle Finley Franklin Galvin Howarth/Parque de los Patos Rincon Valley Southwest Youth Park

Brincolínes:

Usted necesitá usar su propio generador para su brincolín, Las estacas no deben ser mas de 8 pulgadas de profundidad. El brincolín deberá ser puesto encima de una lona.

Brincolínes de agua no son permitidos.

Piñatas:

Son permitidos en los parques pero dében ser protegidos los arboles poniendo una toalla entre el arbol y la cuerda. Tambíen deben poner una lona para la basura de la piñata.

Reservaciones de Parques:

Para reservacíones de 50 personas o mas se require un permiso de la Ciudad de Santa Rosa para las areas índicadas. No és permitido sonídos amplificados en los parques de Finley y en Rincon Valley. Para mas informacion o hacer una reservacion favor de hablar al numero 707-543-3753 o venga en persona al Centro Comunitario de Finley durante las horas de 10:00am4:30pm (Lunes, Miercoles y Viernes).

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D E P T. I N F O R M AT I O N , PA R K S & FAC I L I T I E S Picnic Reservations Our parks have picnic areas available on a first-come, first-served basis year round. By reserving a picnic site, you guarantee a spot for your event.

PICNIC PERMIT A standard picnic permit allows up to 200 people in a Community Park picnic site. The standard picnic reservation does not include exclusive use of any lawn area. All regular park rules apply. Visit srcity.org/parks and check the availability of picnic sites. For questions or to make a reservation, call 707-543-3753 or come in to the Finley Community Center on M/W/F 10am - 4:30pm.

SPECIAL USE PERMIT A Special Use Permit is required for events with an expected attendance of 200 + and also for ALL events held in a Neighborhood Park. To download a Special Use Permit Application, visit srcity.org/Parks and click on “reservations.” A Special Use Permit is required for any of the following reasons, regardless of attendance: • Event is open to the public and attendance cannot be determined (i.e. fundraisers).

• Alcohol will be sold.

• Animals or special equipment such as carnival rides, vehicles, band, portable dance floor, tents, etc. will be brought into the park.

• Portable toilets and or/additional dumpsters will be needed.

• Event is outside the parameters of the picnic site or impacts the other park patrons.

• Any organized activity or class.

PARK RULES

• Jump Houses are allowed in several of our parks. We do NOT provide electricity or water.

(The rental service must follow our policies for setup. For a complete list of jump house rules, visit srcity.org/parks/park rules.)

• No smoking or glass in any City Parks.

FEES • SMALL Picnic Sites: $45 • Large Picnic Sites: require an additional $100 refundable cleaning/damage deposit, plus the below fees:

Finley Community Park & Howarth Park

Monday- Friday: $110 Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: $123

All Other Large Group Picnic Sites

Monday- Friday: $105 Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: $110

Small Picnic Sites Available: Finley Park (2) Franklin Park Galvin Park Howarth Park (4) Rincon Valley Park Youth Community Park Large Picnic Sites Available: Doyle Park (2) Finley Park Galvin Park Howarth Park (2) Rincon Valley Park Southwest Park Youth Community Park

• Place trash in the garbage cans or dumpsters.

• Please respect the “field closed” signs to preserve the turf (13-24.035) • Keep audio players at a sound level that cannot be heard outside your picnic area.

• No amplified sound without a sound permit. No amplified sound allowed in small sites.

• Alcohol is allowed in Community Parks after 5pm on weekdays and all day on weekends and holidays.

For a COMPLETE list of Park Rules and Ordinances please visit: srcity.org/parks

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R E G I S T R AT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N Registration/Refunds 5 Ways to Sign up!

ONLINE REGISTRATION

www.santarosarec.com Follow the instructions on the screen.

To register, you’ll need:

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client barcode numbers* Family PIN number* Course barcode number(s) from Activity Guide Credit Card number (VISA or MC only)

Available 24 hours a day/7days a week *To obtain these numbers, call (707) 543-3737 or you can also create a new account online.

ADVENTURE LINE

Call our automated “Adventure Line” at 543-3003 anytime, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. NOTE: In order to use the Adventure Line, user must have a client barcode number for each participant you wish to register along with a family PIN, and you must pay with a valid Visa or MasterCard.

FAX

Fill out the registration form, include a valid VISA/MC number with expiration date & signature; a receipt will be mailed to you.

Please use the following FAX phone number: Center Classes: (707) 543-3736 Swim classes: (707) 543-3768.

MAIL

Mail Registration Form on page 76 to: Finley Community Center REGISTRATION, 2060 West College Ave. Santa Rosa, Calif. 95401 OR Steele Lane Center REGISTRATION 415 Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, Calif. 95403 For Swim Classes: Finley Aquatic Center REGISTRATION 2060 W. College Avenue, Santa Rosa, Calif. 95401 OR Ridgway Swim Center, REGISTRATION 455 Ridgway Avenue, Santa Rosa, Calif. 95401 *Include check made out to SRRP or include your VISA/MC number and a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

WALK-IN

For swim classes: Ridgway or Finley Swim Center For all other classes: Finley or Steele Lane Community Center See page 2 for facility hours.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION • Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

• Registration will not be accepted in class by the instructors.

• Your name will automatically be placed on a waiting list when a class is full. (Including swim classes.)

• Register online or by mail/Fax/Adventure Line for only those activities which have a barcode. If no barcode is listed, contact a Community Center or the Swim Center.

• Please allow at least 10 days to process mailed registration forms.

A receipt will be mailed to participants to indicate enrollment status.

• For mail/fax registration, if a class is full at the time of registration, you will be given your alternate class, if available, and automatically placed on a waiting list for your first choice. You will be notified by telephone should an opening become available.

• If you have not received confirmation, for a non-swim class, or wish to confirm your registration, call either Community Center at 543-3737 or 543-3282, after 9am, Monday - Friday. For a swim class, call the Swim Centers at 543-3760 or 543-3421.

• Future program fees are subject to change as City Council reviews the 2014-2015 budget

CITY RESIDENTS Participants living within the Santa Rosa City limits receive a discount on classes and activities.

CLASS REFUND AND TRANSFER INFORMATION • Full refunds will be issued if the request is received 7 days prior to the starting date of the class.

• If a refund is requested less than 7 days prior to the start of a class, a 25% cancellation fee will be charged. If preferred, we will transfer the participant to another class whenever possible.

• Refunds or changes will not be allowed if submitted within 3 business days prior to the start of a class.

• Refund requests for camps are slightly different.

CAMP REFUND POLICY No refunds allowed for Day Camps after 5pm on the Thursday prior to camp.

SCHOLARSHIP DONATIONS Donating to our scholarship fund can provide recreational activities for financially challenged families. Your donation is tax deductible. You may donate any amount you wish by completing our mail registration form on page 76.

PLEASE NOTE: Certain fees advertised in the Activity Guide are subject to change. Check the website for updates.

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R E G I S T R AT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N Registration Form

ADULT/GUARDIAN CONTACT INFORMATION: **Please sign below Adulto/Información Personal Last Name: Apellido

Additional forms available at Community & Swim Centers

Para formas adiciionales viste a un centro comunitario o de natación

First Nombre

Birthdate: Fecha de Nacimiento

M F Varon Hembra

Address: Domicilio State: Estado

City: Ciudad Home Phone: Teléfono de Casa

ZIP Code: Código

Resident Residente

Work Phone: Teléfono de Trabajo

Emergency Phone: Teléfono de Emergencia

*Non-Resident No-residente

Cell Phone: Celular

email Address: E-mail

*Non-Resident is anyone who lives outside the city limits of Santa Rosa *Un no residente es alguien quien vive afuera de los limites de la ciudad de Santa Rosa.

Community, Swim, Senior Center Classes & Activities Participant’s Last Name

First

Apellido del participante

Nombre

Date of Birth

Fecha de Nacimiento

Course Barcode Clave del Curso

Course Name

2nd Choice

Nombre del Curso

2nda opción

If paying by check, please make check payable to: Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks Department

Fee

Costo

Total Fees:

Help sponsor a child for a swimming lesson! Add on Scholarship Fund Donation: Ayude a un niño a asistir un programa de natación gratis! Agrege su donación aquí:

VISA/MasterCard Account #:

Expiration Date:

Month

Fecha de Vencimiento mes

Número de tarjeta VISA/Mastercard#

Cardholder’s Signature:

Year

año

Total Paid:

Firma de Autorización

Cantidad Total:

The undersigned in consideration of participation in this program agrees to indemnify and hold the City of Santa Rosa harmless and release the City of Santa Rosa, its officers, employees and agents, from any and all liability for any injury arising out of , or in any way connected with participation in this program. I HAVE READ THE ABOVE APPLICATION AND AGREEMENT, AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT I ASSUME ALL RISK FOR ANY INJURIES RECEIVED.

**Signature: Date: Firma

Self Parent Guardian

Fecha

Recreational Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities: Persons with disabilities are welcome to participate in any class or activity offered by Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks Department.

If you have a special need or accommodation request, please contact (via phone, e-mail or in person) our staff at either community center at least one week prior to the start of the class or activity. Every effort will be made to reasonably accommodate your request.

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V O LU N T E E R AC T I V I T I E S Volunteer with Recreation & Parks!

There are a variety of ways to get involved in our parks and programs through volunteering. Youth Sports volunteer coaches, Adopt-A-Green Space, Rural Cemetery maintenance and programs, Luther Burbank Home & Gardens and working with seniors are just a few examples. Below is a partial list of events, and you can see more at srcity.org/parksvolunteer. We love our volunteers!

ORGANIZE YOUR OWN PARK PROJECT OR CLEAN UP! If your service club, scout troop, neighborhood, church, school, or business wishes to hold a volunteer workday or special project in one of our parks, contact the Volunteer Coordinator.

PARK-A-MONTH VOLUNTEER PROGRAM These monthly family-friendly workdays help beautify our parks, historic sites, and recreation centers through tasks such as litter pickup, spreading mulch, cleaning, pruning, invasive species removal, weeding and more. We provide tools and light refreshments. Individuals and service groups welcome. View complete 2015 schedule at srcity.org/parkamonth.

Volunteer Event Calendar February

Saturday, February 14 Park-A-Month at Doyle Park Join us to help beautify the Doyle Clubhouse and grounds.

Meet at the Hoen Avenue park entrance (1700 Hoen Ave).

9am – Noon.

March

Saturday, March 14 Arbor Day Tree Planting Party The March Park-A-Month event is also our Arbor Day celebration! Join us at this free family-friendly event to plant trees at Rincon Valley Community Park. After the tree planting and other park beautification activities, birthday cake will be served to honor Luther Burbank’s birthday. This is a rain or shine event -- trees like the rain! 9am – Noon.

Sunday, March 15 St. Patrick’s Day 5K Don’t want to run, but still want to be part of the fun? There will be several volunteer opportunities before, during and after the event. For information or to sign up, visit http://vhub. at/StPatricksDay5K or contact the Volunteer Coordinator.

April

Saturday, April 11 Park-A-Month at Coffey Park Volunteer clean-up at Coffey Park (1524 Amanda Place), 9am-Noon.

Saturday, April 18 Earth Day Park Cleanup at Juilliard Park Celebrate Earth Day by sprucing up this downtown park gem. Juilliard Park (227 Santa Rosa Ave), meet at the Santa Rosa Avenue entrance. 9:30 - 11:30am.

May

Saturday, May 9 Park-A-Month at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park Volunteer clean-up at MLK Park, 1671 Hendley Street, 9am-Noon.

June

Saturday, June 13 Park-A-Month at Colgan Creek Park Volunteer workday at Colgan Creek Park, 2064 Bedford St, 9am-Noon.

For more information, visit srcity.org/parksvolunteer, or contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Elaine Gutsch, (707)543-3279, egutsch@srcity.org.

Signing up online is quick and easy with our Volunteer Hub site: vhub.at/santarosarec

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Saturday, July 11 Park-A-Month at Tanglewood and Oaklake Green Parks Volunteer workday at Tanglewood and Oaklake Green Parks.

Meet on Oak Lake Avenue between the two parks.

9am-Noon.

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Take care of your creeks The Sonoma County Water Agency and City of Santa Rosa support individuals, businesses, neighbors, and community groups who volunteer as Creek Stewards to help keep local creeks clean and safe. Creek Stewards adopt a stretch of creek and help with restoration projects, pick up litter, and provide suggestions that add to the community’s enjoyment of the trails, scenery, and wildlife. To learn more about your local creek, upcoming events, and for information on becoming a Creek Steward call 543-3845 or email ableifuss@srcity.org

Organize your own creek clean up!

For help organizing a creek clean up with your neighborhood, school, community group, or business please call 543-3845 or email ableifuss@srcity.org

Creek Stewardship Activities Every Month! First Saturday Cleanup on Prince Memorial Greenway (ages 5 to adult) On the first Saturday of every month help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown. The Greenway provides a home for river otter, kingfishers, egrets, and steelhead trout as well as parks, public art, and recreation along the six mile creek trail.

Website: www.firstsaturdaycleanup.org for more information Time: meet at Olive Park Location: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Flat Rock Park Volunteer Day (ages 8 and up) Help take care of the Brush Creek Restoration Area and the new Flat Rock Park. Learn about California’s native creek plants and how they provide food and shelter for fish and wildlife.

Date: Saturday, February 28 Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Location: Flat Rock footbridge near 4227 Flat Rock Circle (east on Hwy 12 past Brush Creek Road, right on Streamside Drive, right on Wayvern Drive) Clean the Green (ages 5 to adult) Wear the green...and be the green. Pitch in for Mother Earth on St. Patrick’s Day with an afternoon creek clean up while exploring the Prince Memorial Greenway with Environmental Educator Stephanie Lennox. Fun activities for the kids while following the creek trails through Downtown Santa Rosa.

Date: Tuesday, March 17 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. Near 105 Olive Street.

On-street parking.

Colgan Creek Volunteer Day (ages 8 to adult) Help the community clean up and nurture newly restored Colgan Creek. Learn about the many native California plants that grow along creeks and help them establish a foothold in their first year. Tools and refreshments provided.

Date: Saturday, March 28 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Meet at Elsie Allen High School parking lot

For up-to-date creek events, maps, and more information on creeks visit: Sign up for creek email updates at www.srcity.org/pages/govdeliveryemailalerts. Follow us at SRWater on Facebook and stay updated with events, creek news and photos.

Need Community Service Hours?

Creek ups are a great service project Creek clean ups are clean a great community community service project for students. for students.

Earth Day on the Greenway (ages 5 to adult) Celebrate Earth Day’s 45th birthday on the Prince Memorial Greenway.

Help with a clean up of Santa Rosa Creek, native plant care, and trail maintenance. Tools and refreshments provided.

Date: Saturday, April 18 Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Location: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. Near 105 Olive Street.

On-street parking.

Earth Day Exploration of Santa Rosa Creek (ages 5 to adult) Explore the treasures along Santa Rosa Creek with Environmental Educator Stephanie Lennox. A creek clean up and fun activities for the kids while they learn about the interactions of creeks with the plants and animals that live along them.

Date: Wednesday, April 22 (the Official Earth Day) Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Location: Yulupa Avenue bridge over Santa Rosa Creek (Near 100 Yulupa Circle, east of Farmers Lane and north of Montgomery Dr.) Sierra Park Creek Clean Up (ages 6 to adult) Continue the care of this little creek with Strawberry Elementary School, Boy Scouts, and neighbors on Bennett Valley Clean Up Day. Call Bennett Valley Vision for information on other neighborhood projects (707) 545-2224.

Date: Saturday, April 25 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Location: meet at Strawberry Elementary School, 2311 Horseshoe Drive Whitewater Rodeo on Santa Rosa Creek (ages 5 to adult) Build a toy boat and race it down the shallow rapids. Wear shoes that can get wet (no sandals). Laughs and prizes, everyone is a winner!

Don’t have time to build a boat? Materials and assistance will be available that morning to craft your own vessel.

Date: Saturday, June 20 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Location: Pierson Street bridge, near #5 Pierson Street between W. 3rd Street and W. 6th Street

V O LU N T E E R AC T I V I T I E S Summer Work Experience

Summer Work Experience Program For Teens Looking for a fun and worthwhile way to spend some of your time this summer?

Our summer work experience program for teens ages 13-17 years of age is a great way to meet new friends and gain valuable work experience. We have a variety of programs to choose from, so whatever your interests are - working with the public, children, animals, swimming - we’re sure you’ll find something to meet your needs!

A non refundable $85 registration/materials fee will be charged to cover cost of application processing, training, one work shirt and a manual. To participate, all you need to do is follow the simple steps listed to the right. Registration for the Work Experience Program is not available online. Please note: Teens are not guaranteed their first choice of programs to volunteer in. Placement is based on the needs of the participant, along with the needs of the programs. All teens must attend the orientation night and training sessions in order to participate in the program. Jr. Lifeguard applicants must complete the additional Jr. Lifeguard class and possess certification prior to June 15. Teens must be 13 years old by June 15th to participate in the Work Experience Program. Absolutely no exceptions.

APPLICATION DATES

Applications and job descriptions may be obtained at the Steele Lane Community Center, 415 Steele Lane, or the Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave. or online at srcity.org/work experience beginning March 2. Applications are due by April 10th. Applicants must be at least 15 years of age by June 15th .

1. Pick up a program brochure (available March 2) listing our Work Experience programs. Read through the job descriptions, hours, and commitments and see what fits your needs.

2. Fill out the program application/registration form and return by April 10 with your $85 registration/materials fee (non-refundable).

3. Call 543-3427 or 543-3428 on April 12, 9am-1pm or April 13-16, 4pm-8pm to set up your group interview. Participate in your group interview on April 18, 20, 21, 22 or 23.

4. Attend Orientation Night (mandatory) at Finley Community Center on May 13; receive work shirt, schedules, manuals and information. No parents please.

5. All applicants must attend orientation and all training dates for the specific program for which they will be working. Training will take place June 8 - June 12.

NOTE: No exceptions will be made for non-attendance of mandatory training sessions IMPORTANT DATES! March 2: Applications available April 1: Information night, 7-8pm (optional ) Steele Lane Comm. Center, 415 Steele Lane April 10: Application deadline April 13: 9am-1pm Call for interview time April 13-16: 4-8pm (543-3427 or 543-3428) April 18, 20, 21, 22, 23: Interview dates (mandatory) May 13: Orientation Night, 7:15-8:30pm (mandatory) Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave. June 8-12: Training (mandatory) June 15: Work Experience participants must be 13 years of age by this date to participate in the program.

No Exceptions!

SUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE POSITIONS FOR TEENS Note: These are volunteer/non-paid positions Animal Barn Aide - Howarth Park Assist the barn attendant in the feeding, grooming and care of the barnyard animals; inform and show the animals to the public; assist with the special events; collect tickets and do general upkeep of the facility. Barn aides must volunteer a minimum of two weeks, 9:30-5:15 pm, park is closed on Friday and volunteer will schedule one other day off.

Amusement Ride Aide - Howarth Park Assist the ride operators and cashiers with the amusement rides and/or concession stand.

Collect tickets, assist customers on and off the rides, serve patrons food and drinks, and general upkeep of facilities. Ride aides must volunteer a minimum of two weeks. Either Saturday, Monday, Wednesday or Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday.

Boathouse Aide - Howarth Park Assist the lifeguards in rigging boats, helping customers in and out of boats, and general upkeep; help watch for rule infractions and problems on the lake; go boating with campers when needed. Boathouse aides must volunteer a minimum of two weeks. Either Saturday, Monday, Wednesday or Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday.

Counselor -in –Training Camp Wa-Tam, Doyle Camp, Camp Yu-Chi Assist the Camp Counselor and Aide in daily activities for the participants of the day camp in Howarth Park, Doyle Park or Youth Park.

Camp activities may include the following: song leading, skits, boating, archery, field trips, swimming, crafts, and nature projects.

C.I.T.’s must volunteer for a minimum of two 40 hour weeks and attend a mandatory 30-hour training week.

Swim lesson Aides Ridgway or Finley Swim Center Have fun in the sun and in the water! Assist the swim instructors with swim lessons for children ages 3-11 years. Familiarize children with the water, lead aquatic games and do basic instruction in water safety and skills.

Swim aides must volunteer a minimum of one session (sessions are two consecutive weeks in length). Morning and/or evening shifts are scheduled Monday thru Thursday.

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Continued from page 98 Concession Aides Ridgway or Finley Swim Center Under supervision, assist at concession stand during public swim.

Serve patrons food and drinks, general clean-up, and other customer service related duties. Aides must volunteer a minimum of 2 weeks. Afternoon shifts are scheduled 2-7 days per week.

Junior Lifeguards Ridgway or Finley Swim Center PLEASE NOTE: All participants in this program must complete the Junior Lifeguard Class or Open Water Junior Lifeguard Camp and possess certification prior to June 15. Assist the lifeguards with deck supervision during public swim, enforcement of pool rules, and light maintenance. This is a valuable opportunity for those interested in becoming a certified lifeguard! Junior lifeguards must volunteer a minimum of 2 weeks. Afternoon shifts are scheduled 2-7 days per week. Must pass Junior Lifeguard Camp or Junior Lifeguard training. See website for classes.

FOR MORE INFORMATION Join us on Wednesday, Apil 1 from 7-8pm at the Steele Lane Community Center. Additional information and speakers will be presented on the Work Experience Program. Parents are welcome! (Optional attendance).

Visit the Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks site at srcity.org/recjobs Click on “Apply for job online� (in red)

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A N E R er A c c o S

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What PARENTS and COACHES say: • • • • • • •

Rapid skill development!

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Easy to sign up and manage teams!

Playing arena soccer is FUN! It’s safe!

Sign up for one of our house teams, create your own team or play with your outdoor team.

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Spring and Winter leagues available year round.

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March 16-22, 2015

HOUSEHOLD LEAKS WASTE

The average household’s leaks can account for more than 10,000 gallons of water wasted every year, or the amount of water needed to wash 270 loads of laundry.

Household leaks can waste more than 1 trillion gallons annually nationwide.

That’s equal to the annual household water use of more than 11 million homes.

ANNUAL HOUSEHOLD LEAKS WASTE

Leaks can run, but they can’t hide!

The Water-Use Efficiency Team can help Santa Rosa Water Customers find and fix leaks. We offer free onsite water surveys, rebates, workshops, and high-efficiency plumbing fixtures!

To take advantage of these programs email us at wue@srcity.org or call (707) 543-3985

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INDEX AARP Driver Safety Program Active Adults 50+ Actor’s Theater for Children

73 68-75 3

Tango

50

Photography (Adult)

64

Dances, Social

51

Picnic Permit Information

93

Differently Able Program (DAA)

89

Medical Qigong for Seniors

73

65

Rec Dept. info in Spanish

92

Aerobic Classes

56-57

Dog Training

Aquatics

76-88

Drama/Theater (Youth)

Art Exhibits Arts District Arts & Crafts, Adults

7-9 9 44-45

13, 30-31

Engineering/Lego® (Youth) Events, Community Facilities Information

Registration

94-95

22, 28

Rentals, Park & Facility

1, 90

3-5

Scholarship Donations

91

Scholarship Program

91

1, 90-91

Babysitting (Teen)

21

Feng Shui

63

Senior Center Activities

Balloon Art

44

Feldenkrais

52

Soccer, Youth

18

Basketball (Youth)

18

Fishing

2

Softball, Adult

66

Birthday Parties

91

Fitness, Adult

52-58

Special Interest

41-42

Fitness, Youth

14-19

Standards of Behavior

Fitness, Seniors

68-69

Sports

66-67 76-88

Boating & Sailing Classes Bocce Burbank Home & Gardens Business/Finance

66 6 46-47

Camps:

Flag Football

18

Swim

Friends Program (Donations)

91

Table Tennis (Ping Pong)

Gardening/Outdoor Water Conservation 63

Tai Chi Tennis:

68-75

21, 63-65 91

69 53, 72

Spring Camps

22-23

Golf

66

Summer Camps

27-40

Guitar

59

Adults

67

Cards (Drop-in)

68-69

Gymnastics (Youth)

16, 35

Youth

19

Cemetery Tours

4-5

Computers (Adult) Computers (seniors)

46-47

Horsemanship

20

Teeny/Tiny Tots

Horseshoes

66

Treasure Hunting (Youth) Tunes for Tots

24, 27 21

73

Howarth Park

2

Cooking (Adults & Teens)

48-49

iPhone & iPad

47

Ukulele

69

Cooking Camps (Youth)

23, 30

KidScience

29

Volunteer

96

CPR & Wilderness First Aid

62

Kindergym

14-15

Water Fitness

78

Creek Activities

97

Language:

Waterpolo

86

Dodge ball Parties

91

French

65

Weight Room

74

Mandarin Chinese

65

Work Experience

98-99 52-53

Dance Classes: Ballet/Tap (Youth)

10-12

Martial Arts (Karate)

17

Yoga (Adult)

Belly dance

50-51

Music

59

You’re On the Air (voice-overs)

Neighborhood Services

43

Zumba Gold

Flamenco Hula Line Dance

104 Spring/Summer 2015

50 12, 50 72

Outdoor Activities Park Locations & Features

25-26

64 56-57

60-61 90

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AND LESS FOG. USF SANTA ROSA CAMPUS

TRANSFER AND GRADUATE PROGRAMS Offered at the Santa Rosa Campus: Bachelor’s Management Psychology Health Services

Master’s Teaching with Credential Counseling, MFT Nursing, RN to MSN

Financial aid and scholarships available Classes start in January and August FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION, CONTACT US TODAY 707.527.9612 santarosacampus@usfca.edu or visit www.usfca.edu/santarosa

Registration for Spring/Summer 2015 classes begins February 5, 2015 – Look for our Fall/Winter 2015 Guide in the mail August 2015 – 415 Steele Lane Santa Rosa, CA 95403

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