City of Walnut Creek Summer Camp Guide 2014

SUMMER CAMP

2014 City of Walnut Creek

Registration Begins March 3

SUMMER CAMP

2014 Ages 6-13

Summer Camp Kids’ Night Out/ Kids Overnighter!

This year, we are offering two options of Kids’ Night Out activities. You can register for the regular night out or overnighter. This night is filled with a tasty dinner, games, stories and entertainment provided by our 2014 Camp Leaders. The overnighter will have bagels and juice in the morning. Requires enrollment in Walnut Creek Day Camp, AAA full-day program or Walnut Creek Sports Camp. Participants must have been enrolled in a session ending on or before the Kids’ Night Out event.

LOCATION : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center Mid-Summer Kid’s Night Out

Theme: TBD $31: 1 class

Class 25208

Fri

6:30pm-10:30pm

7/25

6:30pm-9:00am

7/25

Kids Overnighter

Theme: TBD $56

1 class

Class 25209

Fri

28th Annual Paper Boat Race Each year, staff representatives from each Recreation Summer Camp (Tenderfoot, Little Walnut, Walnut Creek Day Camp, Walnut Creek Sports Camp, Arts, Adventures & Academics, Specialized Recreation Camp and the pool lifeguards) compete in a cardboard boat race across the lap pool.

Themed-boats are made of masking tape, cardboard, and white glue. Each boat is large enough to carry a camp leader across the pool and back. Awards are given both to the race winner and to the camp with the most creative theme. Campers from afternoon camps attend the race during camp hours. Morning-only campers are encouraged to attend the event with their parents or guardians to participate in the boat parade and support their counselors in the cheering section.

LOCATION : Clarke Swim Center, Heather Farm Park

Fri

2

2:30-3:00pm

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Teens

Junior Recreation Leader Teen’s ages 13-15 are invited to sign up for the Junior Recreation Leader Program and learn the fundamentals of being a Recreation Leader! Teens will spend 12-35 hours per week assisting staff members in various City Day Camps. Program includes training, t-shirt, instruction from experienced staff and a completion certificate. The first day of each session consists of training from 9:00am-2:00pm at the Heather Farm Community Center. All registrants will receive an informational letter in the mail.

Enrollment limited to one session.

Walk-in registration only beginning March 3.

GR A DES 6 - 9

Teen Camp

$196: 1 session

Looking for something to do during the summer? Don’t be bored, come to teen camp! Enjoy hanging out with your peers as you enjoy plenty of recreational activities, field trips to various amusement parks, and swimming. Build friendships and create memories with other local teens. This camp is designed for teens and is geared toward the independent teen. All registrants will receive an informational letter in the mail. Please fill out the emergency forms and return them prior to the first day of camp.

Emergency forms can be downloaded at www.WalnutCreekRec.org.

No class 7/4 Camp Tenderfoot at Heather Farm Park

Class 25231

Mon-Thu

9:00am-12:30pm

6/30-7/17

Class 25232

Mon-Thu

9:00am-12:30pm

7/21-8/7

Camp Little Walnut at Heather Farm Park

Class 25229

Mon-Fri

8:30am-12:00pm

6/30-7/18

Class 25230

Mon-Fri

8:30am-12:00pm

7/21-8/8

Day Camp at Bancroft Elementary

Drop-off and pick up is at the Gazebo in Civic Park.

Class 25225

Mon-Fri

9:00am-4:30pm

6/30-7/18

$326: 5 classes

Class 25226

Mon-Fri

9:00am-4:30pm

7/21-8/8

Class 24794

MON-FRI

Mon

Bowling, Pizza, Movie

Tue

Great America

Sports Camp at Foothill Middle School

Wed

Mystery Day

Thu

Discovery Kingdom

Class 25227

Mon-Fri

9:00am-4:30pm

6/30-7/18

Fri

Waterworld USA

Class 25228

Mon-Fri

9:00am-4:30pm

7/21-8/8

CLASS 24795

MON-FRI

9:00am-5:00pm

9:00am-5:00pm

Mon

Bowling, Pizza, Movie

Tue

Roller Skating

Wed

Mystery Day

Thu

Great America

Fri

Waterworld USA

CLASS 24796

MON-FRI

9:00am-5:00pm

Mon

Bowling, Pizza, Movie

Tue

Jump Sky High

Wed

Mystery Day

Thu

Great America

Fri

Waterworld USA

CLASS 24797

MON-FRI

Mon

Bowling, Pizza, Movie

9:00am-5:00pm

Tue

Discovery Kingdom

Wed

Mystery Day

Thu

A’s Game

Fri

Waterworld USA

6/23-6/27

A GE 1 5 O N LY

7/7-7/11

7/4-7/18

7/21-7/25

*Trips subject to change.

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Preschool Ages

A GES 3 - 5

Camp Tenderfoot Camp Tenderfoot is specially designed to be a child’s first day camp experience. Children build confidence and develop social skills while making new friends in a safe, supportive environment. Our warm, nurturing staff provide age-appropriate arts and crafts, games, water play and other exciting adventures designed to promote creativity and socialization. Campers must be potty-trained. Each session revolves around a special theme that includes a daily craft, playtime, stories, as well as featuring special park and water days. A camp t-shirt is included with each registration. Must be 3 years old at the start of the session.

LOCATION Back Patio, Heather Farm Community Center

Sessions are 2 weeks, Mon-Thu, Mon-Thu $164: 8 classes

NO CLASS 7/4

Session 1: Under the Sea

Class 25121

9:30am-12:00pm

6/23–7/3

Session one has us exploring the seas with Camp Tenderfoot this week. Make a splash with your own paper aquarium, create turtle shakers and decorate other colorful sea creatures.

Session 2: Wacky World

Class 25122 9:30am-12:00pm

7/7 – 7/17

Our second session of Camp Tenderfoot will be calling upon every child to let loose and go wild! Spanning the whole spectrum of games, crafts, and activities, we will put no stop to the childrens’ creativity. We will be making Magic Wands, Marble Paintings, Pet Rocks, and Tie-Dye shirts, and many more! A Wackiest Costume contest will be held on the last day of camp! Special field trip to Lindsey Wildlife Museum.

Session 3: Seasons

Class 25123 9:30am-12:00pm

7/21 – 7/31

In our third session of the summer, we will be exploring the Four Seasons, fall, winter, spring and summer and the animals associated with each magnificent season of the year! Just hope we don’t have to bundle up too much when “winter” comes! Special field trip to Encore Gymnastics.

Session 4: Bugs and Butterflies

Class 25124 9:30am-12:00pm

8/4 – 8/14

In our final session of the summer, we will explore the wonderful world of Bugs and Butterflies with our Camp Tenderfoot Staff.

Decorate bug puppets, make play binoculars and decorate hiking hats to wear around Heather Farm Gardens. Special field trip to the Train Museum.

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Camp Little Walnut

Week 4: Diggin’ for Dinos

Summer at Camp Little Walnut is filled with fun, excitement

Class 25128 Mon-Fri

and enthusiasm. Our age-appropriate games and activities

Travel back in time for Little Walnut’s Digging for Dinos week! Your

build confidence and inspire independence on a daily basis.

little archaeologist will get to make a dinosaur puppet, decorate a

Little Walnuts will enjoy exploring their creativity while making

dinosaur pet, and go digging for dinosaur fossils. Special field trip

new friends. Each week includes special themed activities and

to Encore Gymnastics.

9:00am-11:30am

7/14-7/18

adventures designed to delight kids and keep them excited and eager to come back every morning. Each day, our trained staff, help campers build self-esteem and improve their social skills

Week 5: When I Grow Up

while having a wonderful time. A camp T-shirt is included with

Class 25129 Mon-Fri

each registration. Must be 4 years old at the start of the session.

LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool

9:00am-11:30am

7/21-7/25

From Super-Heroes to Famous Chefs, Musicians to the next Pablo Picasso, we will be taking the children into a whole world of imagination to explore their hidden talents and possibly discover

$106: 5 classes $86: 4 Classes, Week 2 (6/30 - 7/3)

some new ones. Who knows, the campers could just very well figure out what they want to be when they grow up!

Week 1: Wacky Week

Class 25125 Mon-Fri

Week 6: Under the Sea

9:00am-11:30am

6/23 – 6/27

We will be calling upon every child to let loose and go wild!

Spanning the whole spectrum of games, crafts, and activities, we will put no stop to the children’s creativity. We will be making Magic Wands, Marble Paintings, Pet Rocks, and Tie-Dye shirts, and

Class 25130 Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:30am

7/28 – 8/1

Explore the seas with Little Walnut this week. Make a splash with your own paper aquarium, create turtle shakers and decorate other colorful sea creatures.

many more! A Wackiest Costume contest will be held on the last day of camp!

Week 7: Bugs and Butterflies

Class 25131 Mon-Fri Week 2: Seasons

Class 25126

Mon-Thu

9:00am-11:30am

8/4 - 8/8

Explore the wonderful world of Bugs & Butterflies with our Little 9:00am-11:30am

6/30-7/3 (4 Days)

NO CLASS 7/4

We will be exploring the Four Seasons, fall, winter, spring and summer and the animals associated with each magnificent season

Walnut staff. Decorate bug puppets, make play binoculars, and decorate hiking hats to wear on a hike around Heather Farm Gardens. We will also be going on a special trip to the Model Railroad museum.

of the year! Just hope we don’t have to bundle up too much when Week 8: Pirates

“winter” comes!

Class 25132 Mon-Fri Week 3: Safari Adventures

Class 25127 Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:30am

9:00am-11:30am

8/11 - 8/15

Ahoy Mateys! Join Little Walnuts’ Crew and make your own pirate 7/7-7/11

Put on your bucket hat and grab that butterfly net, because we’re going on an adventure through the jungles of Heather Farm! Learn

hat, design a treasure chest and go on a treasure hunt! We will also be going on a Special Trip to the Lindsey Wildlife Museum during this week!

about some of the world’s most interesting animals, near and far!

tenderfoot or little walnut, which program is right for your camper?

Crafts and games, socialization, and tons of fun can be found in both programs, but there are some differences.

Tenderfoot campers are a little younger than our Little Walnuts. If your child has not yet started preschool, Tenderfoot is a great start. Children who have had more school or play group experiences will find Little Walnut camp a perfect fit. Whichever camp you choose, our program leaders will make sure that your child has a wonderful summer!

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Walnut Creek Day Camp

Payment plans available for campers registered in three or more full-day camp sessions. Half-day sessions not eligible for family discount or payment plans. Call (925) 943-5858 for more information.

Note: All registrants will receive an information letter in the mail.

Please fill out the emergency forms and return them prior to the first day of camp.

Forms can be downloaded at www.WalnutCreekRec.org

Week 1:

Spy Week 6/23-6/27

Once again, the demand for recruits in the field of espionage is high! Our senior spies will train you with everything you need to A GES 6 - 1 2

know about puzzle decoding, information gathering, and trailing

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suspects, all while neither being seen nor heard! Stay light on your feet if you wish to be granted your Double-O status and aid us in

Summer is the most memorable time of year for children. Kids

our quest to rid Heather Farm Park from hostile enemies and their

will enjoy water, fresh air and sunshine in a safe and supportive

allies!

environment. Crafts, games, swimming and other themed

Thu Trip:

Bowling/Movie

Watch your child build relationships with other local children

Special Event:

Game Day

and find great role models in our trained staff. Campers spend

Extended Care

mornings at their selected program, and at Heather Farm Park.

Class 25134

Regular Care

Children enjoy all-day excursions on Thursdays-dates and location

Class 25149

Half Day (Morning)

adventures promote individuality and creativity on a daily basis.

Class 25133

subject to change. Swimming at Heather Farm pool on Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays. Each week features a themed special

*Week 2: Red, White and Blue Palooza

event. A camp T-shirt is included with each registration. Must be 6

Join us in all your red, white and blue best as we have our own

years old at the start of the session.

week-long party to celebrate Independence Day. Pool parties,

6/30-7/3

potlucks and festivities are the only way we see fit to start this LOCATION Bancroft Elementary School Multi-Use Room

No Class 7/4*

4-day Price: $25.00 off for 4-day week

Drop Off/Pick Up: Campers are dropped off at Bancroft

Thu Trip:

Rock n Jump, park day

Elementary School in the morning. They are transported to

Special Event:

Carnival ($5 fee)

Heather Farm Park each afternoon. Pick-up is always at Heather

Class 25135

Extended Care

Farm Park.

Class 25136

Regular Care

Class 25150

Half Day (Morning)

Please note that due to the Heather Farm Park playground reconstruction, we will utilize the parks large picnic area for pickup and extended care activities.

Fees

Before 4/1

Regular Care

9:00am-4:30pm

After 4/1

$269/session $297/session Extended Care

7:00am-6:00pm

$294/session

$325/session

Half Day care 9:00am-12:30pm

$138/session 6

week off right. Ol’ glory never looked so good.

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$138/session

Week 6: Safari Week

7/28 – 8/1

“What is the air speed velocity of an unladen swallow?” Don’t worry young explorers! No bridges to cross here! Put on your bucket hat and grab that butterfly net, because we’re going on an adventure through the jungles of Heather Farm! Learn about some of the world’s most interesting animals, near and far! Create your own animal sock puppets and birdhouses for those “backyard frequent flyers” to live in! Hang on tight... Adventure awaits!

Thu Trip:

San Francisco Zoo

Special Event:

Sports Day

Extended Care

Class 25143

Class 25144

Regular Care

Class 25154

Half Day (Morning)

Week 7: Dragons, Wizards and Elves Week 3:

Pirates

7/7 -7/11

8/4-8/8

Wave your wands and scepters high in the air and call upon the

“Ahoy me hearties! Let us set out t’ sea ‘n search ferth’ finest

spell of “Camperious Summerious Amazingatrounus!” Conjure

treasures o’ th’ land!” There’s no better way to become a pirate

potions and elixirs! Search for the philosopher’s stone! So get on

than to just pop on the pirates hat and sash, grab your eye-patch,

your broomstick or hop on the train at platform nine and three-

and defend your honor at Heather Yarrrrrr Park. Take your map and

quarters and head on over to the summer camp castle of wonder

find the buried treasures left by your ancestors. Design and create

and imagination!

your own treasure chest and pirate flags. Wave it around with pride to let all other scallywags know that this is your territory.

Walk alongside the Walnut Creek Buccaneers, or walk the plank!

Thu Trip:

Great America

Special Event:

Scavenger Hunt

Class 25145

Extended Care

ThuTrip:

Jelly Belly Factory/Scandia

Class 25146

Regular Care

Special Event:

Messy, Sloppy Fun

Class 25155

Half Day (Morning)

Class 25137

Extended Care

Class 25138

Regular Care

Class 25151

Half Day (Morning)

Week 4:

Super Hero Week

Week 8: Through the Decades

Do you want to put your feet in your parent’s shoes and relive 7/14 – 7/18

When Walnut Creek is safe, you may appear as an everyday person. But when Walnut Creek is in trouble, you become an avenger of truth, justice, and the Walnut Creek way! Join our team of Dynamic Super Heroes and Heroines in our battle to rid Walnut Creek of evil-doers with our intelligent minds, impromptu costumes changes, and super powers!

Thu Trip:

Discovery Kingdom

Special Event:

Talent Showcase

Class 25139

Extended Care

Class 25140

Regular Care

Class 25152

Half Day (Morning)

8/11-8/15

their childhood years? Want to pop on some blue-suede shoes and dance like the King? What about large parachute pants and do the Running Man? Travel with us for a week through the yester-years with lava lamps, tie-dye shirts, poodle skirts, and jean jackets.

Maybe our own gestures and fads will inspire a generation a decade from now?

Thu Trip:

Roller Skating and Movie

Special Event:

Tournament of Champions

Class 25147

Extended Care

Class 25148

Regular Care

Class 25156

Half Day (Morning)

A GES 6 - 1 3 Week 5: Wacky Week

7/21-7/25

Are you feeling wild n’ crazy?! Join us for a week filled with crazy crafts, wacky sculptures, and bizarre activities! Sing your heart out, tell a funny joke, or make silly noises with your hands while sharing your odd and funny talents at the summer camp talent show! This week is definitely gearing up to make you bounce off the wall!

Thu Trip:

WaterWorld

Special Event:

Sock Hop

Class 25141

Extended Care

Class 25142

Regular Care

Class 25153

Half Day (Morning)

Week 9: Bowling Camp

8/18-8/22

with Walnut Creek Sports Camp

Thu Trip:

Waterworld

Special Event:

Sports Day, Games 2U

Class 25189

Bowling Extended

Class 25190

Bowling Regular

Class 25207

Bowling Half Day (Morning)

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Walnut Creek Sports Camp

A GES 9 - 1 3 Week 1: 6/23-6/27

Week 6: 7/28-8/1

Thu Trip: Bowling and Movie

Thu Trip: San Francisco Zoo

We are offering a fully staffed and supervised recreational

Special Event: Game Day

Special Event: Sports Day

athletic camp. The program consists of 8 weeks of sessions

25172

Golf Extended

25169

Multisport Extended

with your choice of two different sports for each of the

25173

Golf Regular

25170

Multisport Regular

sessions with a 9th week session offering bowling. Our camp is

25175

Tennis Extended

25165

Basketball Extended

specifically designed to teach and develop training skills, basic

25174

Tennis Regular

25166

Basketball Regular

Walnut Creek Sports Day Camp

individual skills, sportsmanship, team strategies and concepts as well as building confidence and self-discipline. Focus is also

*Week 2: 6/30-7/3

Week 7: 8/4-8/8

on having fun and enjoyment of the sport.

Thu Trip: Rock n Jump, Park Day

Thu Trip: Great America

Special Event: Carnival ($5 fee)

Special Event: Scavenger Hunt

25177

Multisport Extended

25183

Soccer Extended

25180

Multisport Regular

25184

Soccer Regular

LOCATION Foothill Community Gymnasium: 2775 Cedro Lane,

25178

Lacrosse Extended

25181

Volleyball Extended

Walnut Creek, CA 94598

25161

Lacrosse Regular

25182

Volleyball Regular

Swimming (Mon, Wed, Fri), recreational games and field trips generally on Thursday are all part of each session.

Fees

Before 4/1

Regular Care

9:00am-4:30pm

$269/session

Extended Care

7:00am-6:00pm

$294/session

Sport Half Day

9:00am-12:30pm

After 4/1

$297/session

$325/session $138/session

Week 3: 7/7-7/11

Week 8: 8/11-8/15

Thu Trip: Jelly Belly Factory/ Scandia

Thu Trip: Roller Skating/

Special Event: Messy, Sloppy Fun Flag Football Extended

Special Event: Tournament of

25158

Flag Football Regular

Champions

25162

Basketball Extended

25186

Golf Extended

25163

Basketball Regular

25185

Golf Regular

25188

Multisport Extended

25187

Multisport Regular

Half Day program includes the all-day trip on Thursday. See description each week for trip day info.

No Class 7/4*

4-day Price: $25.00 off for 4-day week

Week 4: 7/14-7/18

Thu Trip: Discovery Kingdom Special Event: Talent Show

A GES 6 - 1 3

Drop-Off/Pick Up : Campers are dropped off at Foothill

25179

Multisport Extended

Community Gymnasium in the morning. They are transported

25164

Multisport Regular

Week 9: 8/18-8/22

to Heather Farm Park each afternoon. Pick up is always at

25167

Tennis Extended

Thu Trip: Waterworld

Heather Farm Park.

25168

Tennis Regular

Special Event: Sports Day,

Please note that due to the Heather Farm Park playground reconstruction, we will utilize the parks large picnic area for pick-up and extended care activities.

Games2U Week 5: 7/21-7/25

25189 Bowling Extended

Thu Trip: A’s Game

25190 Bowling Regular

Special Event: Sock Hop

Payment plans available for campers registered in three or

25176

Baseball Extended

more full-day camp sessions. Half-day sessions not eligible for

25171

Baseball Regular

family discount or payment plans. Call (925) 943-5858 for more

25159

Soccer Extended

information.

25160

Soccer Regular

Family Discount: $10 for each additional child enrolled in the same full-day camp sessions.

All registrants will receive an information letter in the mail.

Please fill out the emergency forms and return them prior to the first day of camp. Emergency forms can also be downloaded at: www.WalnutCreekRec.org 8

Movie

25157

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Sports Half Day Morning Camp

Walnut Creek Sports Camp

We are offering a fully staffed and supervised recreational half

day morning athletic camp. The program consists of 8 weeks of sessions with your choice of two different sports for each of the sessions with a 9th week session offering bowling. Our camp is specifically designed to teach and develop training skills, basic individual skills, sportsmanship, team strategies and concepts as well as building confidence and self-discipline. Focus is also on having fun and enjoyment of the sport. All day Thursday field trips generally on Thursday are all part of each session. A camp t-shirt Sports Camp Descriptions:

is included with each registration. $138: 5 classes

Baseball - Come out and play with the boys and girls of

Mon-Wed, Fri 9:00am-12:30pm

summer! Flash some leather and go yard with our fun

Thu

combination of baseball instruction and games.

9:00am-4:30pm

LOCATION Foothill Gym. Pick up at Heather Farm Park.

No Class 7/4*

4-day Price: $25.00 off for 4-day week

Basketball – Droppin’ dimes and makin’ it rain—that’s the fun

you will have with our instructors while they teach you the fundamentals of basketball and let you show off your skills in games.

Week 1: 6/23-6/27

Week 6: 7/28-8/1

Thu Trip: Bowling/Movie

Thu Trip: SF Zoo

Lacrosse - Get your styx up and learn the fundamentals of this

Special Event: Game Day

Special Event: Sports Day

growing sport through fun skill development and game situations.

25191

Golf

25192

Tennis

25202

25201 Multisport Basketball

Volleyball - Spike and digs get you jumping and diving in this

fun and energetic sport. Through fun skill-building and games, *Week 2: 6/30-7/3

Week 7: 8/4-8/8

No Class 7/4*

Thu Trip: Great America

Thu Trip: Rock n Jump, Park Day

Special Event: Scavenger Hunt

Special Event: Carnival ($5 fee)

25193

Multisport

25204

25199

Lacrosse

25203 Soccer Volleyball

you will learn and develop your abilities on both sides of the net.

Tennis - Fun skills development and games will make your

backhand and forehand in tennis a smash! Professional instructors at Heather Farm Tennis center will provide the basic instruction for beginners and more challenging skills development

Week 8: 8/11-8/15

for experienced tennis players.

Week 3: 7/7-7/11

Thu Trip: Roller Skating/Movie

Thu Trip: Jelly Belly Factory/

Special Event: Tournament of

Golf - Skill, focus, balance and etiquette are integral to the game

Scandia

Champions

of golf. From the beginner to the kid who drives the ball in the

Special Event: Messy, Sloppy

Fun

25206

25195

Flag Football

25196

Basketball

25205 Golf Multisport

center of the fairway, our Boundary Oak Golf Course professional instructors will develop a passion for the game of golf through fun skill building and games. Play is limited to the driving/practice

A GES 6 - 1 3

range and greens.

Week 4: 7/14-7/18

Week 9: 8/18-8/22

Flag Football - Take it to the house! In this fun and

Thu Trip: Discovery Kingdom

Thu Trip: Waterworld

recreational, non-contact version of football the skill development

Special Event: Talent Show

Special Event: Sports Day,

and games will allow kids the opportunity to explore football.

25197

Multisport

Games2U

25198

Tennis

25207

Bowling

Soccer - The beautiful game has never looked better than

through the fun and challenging skill development and games that Week 5: 7/21-7/25

will assist the experienced player to improve, as well as teach the

Thu Trip: A’s Game

basics and fundamentals to the kid who is not familiar with the

Special Event: Sock Hop

game of soccer.

25194 Baseball

25200

Soccer

Multi-Sport - This collection of traditional and non-traditional

sports allows kids to experience a variety of activities within one week. From kickball, Frisbee golf, whiffle ball, bowling, pickle ball, badminton and other traditional sports, the fun is never ending during this action-packed week of multi-sport.

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SKYHAWKS SPORTS CAMPS

Sports

Skyhawks Sports provides sports programs where children can discover and develop athletic skills and social values, such as teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship. Our programs are designed to give each child a positive experience in sports fostering a thirst for an active, healthy lifestyle and love of the game.

A GES 3 - 4

Skyhawks Tiny-Hawk Sports

A GES 4 ½ - 1 0

Kidz Love Soccer Camp

This program was designed to give children a positive first step

Spend a week enjoying the world’s most popular sport in a

eye coordination, and skill development through a series of

fun, recreational environment. Learn and practice soccer skills

sports-specific games and activities tailored to their attention

including: dribbling, passing, receiving, and shooting. Play small

spans. Our trained staff and progressive curriculum allows kids to

sided soccer matches to improve teamwork, tactics, and positional

develop at their own pace in a fun and safe environment with lots

play. Everyone is a winner as the week’s fun culminates in an age-

of encouragement. All participants receive a t-shirt and a merit

appropriate ‘World Cup’ tournament. All campers receive a soccer

award. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 6:1.

ball and KLS jersey. All campers must wear shin guards.

into athletics. Participants learn balance, body movement, hand/

INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks

INSTRUCTOR : Kidz Love Soccer

LOCATION HF 4, Heather Farm Sports Fields

LOCATION HF 2-Soccer North, Heather Farm Sports Fields

$59: 4 classes

$175: 5 classes

Class 25110 Mon-Thu

9:00am-9:45am

Class 24834

Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm

6/23-6/27 Ages 4 ½ -6

Class 25111

Mon-Thu

10:00am-10:45am 6/30-7/3

6/30-7/3

Soccer

Basketball

Class 24835

Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm

8/11-8/15 Ages 4 ½ -6

Class 25112

Mon-Thu

11:00am-11:45am 6/30-7/3

Baseball

Class 24836

Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm

6/23-6/27 Ages 7 - 8

Class 24837

Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm

8/11-8/15 Ages 7 - 8

Class 24838

Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm

8/11-8/15 Ages 9-10

A GES 4 - 6 Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Camp (Soccer, Baseball, Basketball)

A GES 7 - 1 6

Golf Camp with Dave DeLong Whether your child has never been on the course before or is an advanced junior golfer, this camp is the right place to develop the skills necessary to become a better golfer while having fun. Your child will receive professional instruction from the basics of grip and stance to the finer points of swing mechanics while learning

first step into athletics. Baseball, basketball and soccer are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun! Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. All participants receive a t-shirt, ball and merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is 8:1.

essential life skills in a supportive environment. All campers

INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks

play 27 holes on Boundary Oak’s championship golf course and

LOCATION HF 4, Heather Farm Sports Fields

celebrate on the final day with an awards ceremony (parents

$179: 5 classes

welcome). All golfers must bring equipment or equipment may be rented upon request for $40. Call 925-997-3683.

INSTRUCTOR : Dave DeLong, PGA member and Instruction

Director at Boundary Oak LOCATION Pro Shop, Boundary Oak Golf Course $299: 4 classes

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This multi-sport program was developed to give children a positive

Class 25043

Tue-Fri

7:30am-12:30pm 6/24-6/27

Class 25044

Tue-Fri

7:30am-12:30pm 7/1-7/4

Class 25045

Tue-Fri

7:30am-12:30pm 7/8-7/11

Class 25046

Tue-Fri

7:30am-12:30pm 7/15-7/18

Class 25047

Tue-Fri

7:30am-12:30pm 7/22-7/25

Class 25048

Tue-Fri

7:30am-12:30pm 7/29-8/1

Class 25053

Tue-Fri

7:30am-12:30pm 8/5-8/8

Class 25054

Tue-Fri

7:30am-12:30pm 8/12-8/15

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Class 25117

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

6/16-6/20

Class 25118

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

7/7-7/11

Class 25119

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

8/4-8/8

A GES 5 - 8

A GES 6 - 8

Skyhawks Beginning Golf Camp

Skyhawks Basketball Camp

Using the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) system, participants learn

This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to

the fundamentals of putting, chipping, pitching and driving in

intermediate players. An active week of passing, shooting,

addition to the rules, etiquette and strategy of the game. Our

dribbling, defense and rebounding makes this one of our most

progressive curriculum and modified equipment has simplified

popular programs. All participants receive a t-shirt, basketball,

instruction so that young players can make an effective transition

and player evaluation. Participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1.

onto the golf course. All equipment is provided. All participants receive a t-shirt and merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is 6:1.

INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks

INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks LOCATION Court1, Foothill Community Gym $179: 5 classes

LOCATION HF 4, Heather Farm Sports Fields

Class 25217

Mon-Fri 9:30am-12:30pm

7/21-7/25

$179: 5 classes

Class 25215

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

6/23-6/27

Class 25216

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

7/7-7/11

A GES 6 - 8 Skyhawks Multi-sport Camp (Soccer, Baseball, & Flag Football)

A GES 6 - 8

We combine soccer, baseball and flag football into one fun-filled

Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp (Kickball, Dodgeball,

week, allowing young athletes to discover and develop a passion

Ultimate Frisbee, Capture the Flag)

for a variety sports in one setting. Athletes will learn the essential

Skyhawks has taken your favorite games from the playground and

rules, strategies and skills of each sport, along with vital life

combined them into an action packed camp! Each day your young

lessons such as teamwork and sportsmanship. All participants

athlete will play variations of Kickball, Dodgeball, Ultimate Frisbee

receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is

and Capture the Flag. Participants will learn sportsmanship,

12:1.

teamwork and strategy in addition to the rules of the game. All participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Participant-tocoach ratio is 14:1.

INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks LOCATION HF 4, Heather Farm Sports Fields $179: 5 classes

INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks

Class 25214

LOCATION HF 4, Heather Farm Sports Fields $179: 5 classes

Class 25219

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

6/16-6/20

A GES 6 - 8 7/14-7/18

Skyhawks Baseball Camp

Learn the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting, and base running in a fun, safe and positive environment. Athletes learn new baseball skills along with the essential rules, strategies and etiquette of America’s past-time. All participants receive a t-shirt and a player evaluation. Participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1.

INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks LOCATION HF 4, Heather Farm Sports Fields $179: 5 classes

Class 25218

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

7/28-8/1

A GES 6 - 8 Skyhawks Soccer Camp

This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. Using our progressive curriculum, campers will gain the technical skills, strategy and sports knowledge to take their next step into soccer. All participants receive a t-shirt, soccer ball and player evaluation. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 14:1.

INSTRUCTOR : Skyhawks LOCATION HF 4, Heather Farm Sports Fields $179: 5 classes

Class 25220

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

8/4-8/8

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Personal Enrichment

A GES 4 - 8

Spanish CampA Walk through the Jungle ¡Hola amigos! Hello friends! Vamos a divertirnos con los animales de oceano. Let’s go and have fun with sea animals. Through our hands-on, interactive, and stimulating environment, your child will learn Spanish and enjoy playing with new friends. Learn Spanish through singing, art and fun activities. As their imagination brings them under the sea, they can pretend to be caballos de mar

A GES 5 - 7

Create-A-Book The art of bookmaking will be the focus of this week. They will also be introduced to simple binding techniques. Participants will learn how to make shape books, pop-ups books, accordion books, and Flag books.

(sea horses), cangrejos (crabs), estrellas de mar (star fish), and

INSTRUCTOR : Lekha Publishers, LLC

tiburones (sharks). Piñata on Friday.

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

INSTRUCTOR : Miriam Lattanzi

$198: 5 classes $10 supply fee due at first class

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center $198: 5 classes $5 supply fee due at first class

Class 25055

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

7/21-7/25

Class 25099

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

8/4-8/8

A GES 5 - 1 2

Kids’ Carpentry Camp A GES 5 - 7

Lifetime carpentry skills such as problem-solving, measuring and

The Art of Story Telling I

applied mathematics are taught in a fun, supportive atmosphere.

The safe use of woodworking hand tools is emphasized while

The gift of storytelling may be one of life’s most powerful and

boys and girls, Kindergarten-6th grade, work together on boats,

envied skills. A young storyteller learns to let go of inhibitions

bird feeders, doll furniture, games, clocks and more. Tools and

and gains confidence to talk in front of an audience while having

wood are provided. Program may be taken year-round with

fun. Participants will learn the art of narration using different

different projects offered each session. Participants must be at

storytelling techniques like Puppet Theater, shadow puppets, play

least entering Kindergarten in the Fall. Our motto is: Building

acting, and mime. They will take home the story telling tools that

confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and

they create during the week.

happy environment.

INSTRUCTOR : Lekha Publishers, LLC

INSTRUCTOR : Director Michael Glass and his wife Jeab.

LOCATION Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Preschool

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

$198: 5 classes $10 supply fee due at class

$101: 4 classes Supply fee $36 due at first class

Class 25325

12

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

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8/11-8/15

Class 24753

Mon-Thu

9:30am-11:00am

6/16-6/19

Class 24754

Mon-Thu

11:00am-12:30pm

6/16-6/19

Class 24755

Mon-Thu

12:30pm-2:00pm

6/16-6/19

Class 24756

Mon-Thu

9:30am-11:00am

7/7-7/10

Class 24757

Mon-Thu

11:00am-12:30pm

7/7-7/10

Class 24758

Mon-Thu

12:30pm-2:00pm

7/7-7/10

Class 24759

Mon-Thu

9:30am-11:00am

7/28-7/31

Class 24760

Mon-Thu

11:00am-12:30pm

7/28-7/31

Class 24761

Mon-Thu

12:30pm-2:00pm

7/28-7/31

A GES 7 - 1 1

A GES 6 - 1 3

Chess Camp

Creative Writing Camp

This camp is a great opportunity to learn how to play chess, or

Campers will learn the time-tested methods to overcome methods

to continue chess education. Camp includes chess instruction,

to overcome writer’s block. As they do, so they will write short

tournament games, as well as outdoor activities. All equipment is

stories, poems, and short skits. Students will also be introduced to

provided. Lessons are presented in an easy-to-follow way and are

different methods of getting past writer’s block. All instructors are

offered to all levels: beginners, intermediate, and advanced. All

published authors with experience teaching.

participants will receive trophies at the end of camp.

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center $190: 5 classes

Class 24789

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

6/23-6/27

LOCATION Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

$198: 5 classes $10 supply fee due at first class

Class 25090

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

8/4-8/8

A GES 7 - 1 3

Story Writing Camp

$190: 5 classes

Class 24790

INSTRUCTOR : Lekha Publishers, LLC LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

INSTRUCTOR : Pacific Chess Academy

7/7-7/11

The five elements of story writing will be the focus during this session. Students will be introduced to a variety of fiction and nonfiction genres. They will progress into genre writing and learn how each genre has its own set of particular rules that drives character creation, setting, and plot.

INSTRUCTOR : Lekha Publishers, LLC LOCATION Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Preschool $198: 5 classes $10 supply fee due at class

Class 25324

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

8/11-8/15

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Science & Technology

A GES 4 - 6

My First Lab Become a junior Mad Scientist! Preschoolers explore their sense of sight, sound, smell, taste and touch. Children use a magnifying glass to discover the world of creepy crawly creatures. Explore the science of the sea and the fascinating creatures that live there. Campers become paleontologists by searching for fossils and participating in a mini dinosaur dig. Finally, take an exciting mission with Mad Science to explore the planets, moons and stars.

Take-home projects included each day!

INSTRUCTOR : Mad Science of Mt. Diablo LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool $192: 4 classes

Class 25342

Mon-Thu 1:00pm-4:00pm

6/30-7/3

A GES 6 - 8

Crazy Chemistry Camp We’ll explore and create exciting chemical reactions, make colorful concoctions and bubbling brews. Amaze yourself with magical temperature changing baggie science or growing ghost crystals.

Study the chemistry involved in not-so-simple things like chalk and soap, and even experiment with the chemistry used by artists, spies and detectives! Chemists bring home a project each day.

INSTRUCTOR : Mad Science of Mt. Diablo LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool $239: 5 classes

Class 25234

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

6/23-6/27

A GES 6 - 1 0

Secret Agent Lab Camp Journey into the world of detection, spy science, and forensics.

Campers will examine the science behind the spy tools made famous by the world’s greatest spies! We will reconstruct activities using scientific methods and use the science of cryptology to send and decode secret messages. Kids will get a chance to see what can’t be seen by the naked eye and will follow in Sherlock’s steps

A GES 4 - 6

to learn what tracks can tell us and will take home their own spy

Let’s Get Growing

tools each day!

Young campers will learn all about how their gardens grow, from the very first seedling, to the important roles of sun and rain, to the amazing plants and flowers that sprout and bloom. They will also get acquainted with the many insect inhabitants of

LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool $239: 5 classes

their gardens, and how those insects help make their gardens so

Class 25238

beautiful. Campers will add daily to a mural reflecting what they’ve

$239: 5 classes

discovered.

Class 25239

INSTRUCTOR : Mad Science of Mt. Diablo LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool $239: 5 classes

Class 25344

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INSTRUCTOR : Mad Science of Mt. Diablo

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

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8/11-8/15

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

7/7-7/11 8/4-8/8

A GES 6 - 1 0

A GES 8 - 1 1

Incredible Human Machine

Crazy Chemistry Camp

Kids will explore the science behind cells, organs, muscles and

We’ll explore and create exciting chemical reactions, make colorful

bones through fun, hands-on activities. Campers will use micro

concoctions and bubbling brews. Amaze yourself with magical

slide viewers to see some of the tiny cellular machines that

temperature changing baggie science or growing ghost crystals.

keep our bodies working and will play the ‘Cell game’ to learn

Study the chemistry involved in not-so-simple things like chalk

about the ‘stuff’ inside cells. Fun experiments will help campers

and soap, and even experiment with the chemistry used by artists,

understand more about their senses, brains, breathing, circulation

spies and detectives! Chemists bring home a project each day.

and digestion. Kids will create model cells, make Mad Mucus, and assemble a model skeleton and much more!

INSTRUCTOR : Mad Science of Mt. Diablo LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool

INSTRUCTOR : Mad Science of Mt. Diablo

$239: 5 classes

LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool

Class 25235

Mon-Fri

1:00pm-4:00pm

7/21-7/25

$239: 5 classes

Class 25343

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

6/16-6/20

A GES 8 - 1 1

Mad Machines & Robots

A GES 6 - 1 1

NASA: Journey Into Outer Space

Mad Science engineers will design and build structures using

Mad Science and NASA’s after school program is now a summer

geodesic dome big enough for all the campers to sit inside and

camp! From our atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar

then learn about simple machines like pulleys, wedges, screws

system, this hands-on program sends campers on a quest for

and levers. Then we move on to robotics as campers construct a

exploration. Comets, planets, stars and more are waiting to be

working robot to take home at the end of the week!

discovered. Camp includes a take home project daily.

INSTRUCTOR : Mad Science of Mt. Diablo

$239: 5 classes $30 supply fee due at first class.

$239: 5 classes

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

INSTRUCTOR : Mad Science of Mt. Diablo LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool

LOCATION Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool

Class 25236

simple tools and their imaginations. Campers will construct a

7/14-7/18

Class 25237

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

7/28-8/1

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A GES 7 - 1 2

Engineering LEGO速

Comic Book Creators Designed for students who enjoy comic book characters and interactive comic based stories, this class allows kids to create their own digital comic book and create their own heroes, villains and adventures. Students work with comic life software to create their own original comic book. When class is finished students will have a completed short comic to share with family and friends!

INSTRUCTOR : Freshi Films, LLC LOCATION Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium $320: 4 classes

Class 25092

Mon-Thu

9:30am-4:00pm

7/7-7/10

A GES 7 - 1 2

Game Design Camp: Skills & Development Techniques Improve your skills and impress friends and family with your unique video game! Advanced gamers learn new game design techniques including multiple character animations and movement options, platform style games and multiple game genres. Students will animate their characters and lead them through multiple level platform games, based on an original game concept designed by the students. This is a fun and engaging class and participants will improve their game design and development skills.

A GES 5 - 7

INSTRUCTOR : Freshi Films, LLC

Construction Vehicles with LEGO速

LOCATION Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

Dig into engineering with big trucks, construction vehicles, and

$320: 4 classes

Class 25094

Mon-Thu

9:30am-4:00pm

6/23-6/26

Class 25095

Mon-Thu

9:30am-4:00pm

8/11-8/14

super machines. Explore the engineering terms, concepts, and vocabulary behind large scale building machines. Build and learn about steamrollers, bulldozers, wrecking balls, tower cranes, and more while building with your favorite building system, LEGO.

A GES 8 - 1 3

INSTRUCTOR : Play-Well TEKnologies

Tech Builders App Design

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

The Freshi Media App Design class is a fun and exciting introduction for students who want to learn different aspects

$249: 5 classes

Class 25106

Mon-Fri

9:00am-12:00pm

8/11-8/15

of computer-based app design. Utilizing Multimedia Fusion 2 software, students work closely with instructors to create individual computer-based apps. Students will complete one app project, which combines their individual projects into one computer-based interactive app. Students will combine fun gamebased apps and practical utility apps into their final project.

A GES 5 - 7

Jedi Engineering with LEGO速 Young Jedi will explore worlds far, far away and engineering principles right in front of them. Defeat the Empire by designing

INSTRUCTOR : Freshi Films, LLC

and refining X-Wings, R2-units, and settlements on far-flung edges

LOCATION Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

of the galaxy. Imagination and engineering combine to create

$320: 4 classes

motorized and architectural projects such as energy catapults,

Class 25096

Mon-Thu

9:30am-4:00pm

6/16-6/19

Class 25097

Mon-Thu

9:30am-4:00pm

7/14-7/17

shield generators and defense turrets. A new offering of original designs for young Jedi.

INSTRUCTOR : Play-Well TEKnologies LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center $199: 4 classes

Class 25102 16

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Mon-Thu

9:00am-12:00pm

6/30-7/3

A GES 8 - 1 2

A GES 5 - 7

Ninjaneering with LEGO® Enter the world of Ninjago and become an apprentice Ninjaneer!

Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO®

Learn the way of Spinjitzu, build the Fire Temple, race Skull Trucks,

The Force is strong in this camp. Build complex machines

and encounter the mighty Dragon! Imagine and build unique

and structures based on the best designs from a galaxy far, far

and fun projects with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well

away. Projects include X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star

instructor while exploring the fantasy world of Ninjago. This is

Destroyers, Cloud Cities, settlements, and fortresses. Our Jedi

an ideal way to prepare young Ninjaneers for the challenge of

instructors reinforce key concepts such as gear trains, worm

Ninjaneering Masters with LEGO camp.

drives, pneumatics, and more as students tap into the powerful forces of imagination and engineering.

INSTRUCTOR : Play-Well TEKnologies LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

INSTRUCTOR : Play-Well TEKnologies

$249: 5 classes

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

Class 25104

Mon-Fri

9:00am-12:00pm

7/14-7/18

$199: 4 classes

Class 25103

Mon-Thu

1:00pm-4:00pm

6/30-7/3

A GES 6 - 8

Jr. Robotics using LEGO® WeDo Build and program robots in this introductory Robotics class using

A GES 8 - 1 2

Ninjaneering Master with LEGO®

the LEGO WeDo system. Learn basic programming skills, simple

Master the world of Ninjago by becoming a Ninjaneer! Tame the

engineering concepts, and the names of robot components. Work

Ice Dragon, motorize your Blade Cycle, design the Dark Fortress,

in small groups to complete several projects using tilt and motion

and hone your Spinjitzu battle skills! In this advanced camp

sensors. This is a great way to prepare young Robotics

Ninjaneering masters will learn real world concepts in physics,

enthusiasts for our more advanced Robotics programs.

engineering, and architecture while exploring the fantasy world of Ninjago.

INSTRUCTOR : Play-Well TEKnologies LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

INSTRUCTOR : Play-Well TEKnologies

$275: 5 classes

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

Class 25399

Mon-Fri

9:00am-12:00pm

8/18-8/22

$249: 5 classes

Class 25105

Mon-Fri

1:00pm-4:00pm

7/14-7/18

A GES 8 - 1 2

Engineering FUNdamentals: Minecraft, Build with LEGO®

Robotics using LEGO® NXT

Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO WeDo system. Build a

Build and program robots using the LEGO Mindstorms NXT

motorized Creeper, a terrifying Ghast, and a motorized Minecart!

system! Learn about mechanical and software design, loops,

This project-based camp combines the basic format of our core

conditional statements, problem solving, and teamwork skills.

engineering-themed programs based on the world of Minecraft.

Work in small groups, program and build your robot, and rise to

Students explore real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and

the challenge. Control the robot to avoid obstacles, pick up and

architecture while building their favorite Minecraft objects. No

carry objects, and play sounds. Projects are structured so that

prior experience with Minecraft or LEGO required.

students work in an open-ended, investigative environment while

A GES 9 - 1 2

having fun.

INSTRUCTOR : Play-Well TEKnologies LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

INSTRUCTOR : Play-Well TEKnologies

$249: 5 classes

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

Class 25107

Mon-Fri

1:00pm-4:00pm

8/11-8/15

$275: 5 classes

Class 25109

Mon-Fri

1:00pm-4:00pm

8/18-8/22

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A GES 6 - 1 1

Food & Cooking

American Food Tour Cooking Camp We will be making everything from Southern favorites to classic New England fare. Everywhere you turn, there is something new and delicious to try in our great country. Some of the great recipes include southern fried chicken, chili, fish tacos, cobb salad, peach cobbler, homemade mac & cheese, southwest marinated flank steak, turkey burgers, New England chowder, strawberry shortcake, chicken stew, homemade fries, banana bread and much more!

INSTRUCTOR : Rainbow Chefs LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center $298: 5 classes $40 supply fee due before the start of class

A GES 4 - 1 2

Kid’s Cooking -French Dinner Camp Young chefs learn the basics of nutrition, grocery shopping, reading food labels, food & knife safety and the importance of proper clean up. Children learn how to make delicious, healthy food that builds

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm

6/23-6/27

A GES 6 - 1 1

Five Days in Italy Cooking Camp

their self- esteem and supports their body. Family and friends will

Learn the culture of Italy and its many regions. Learn about their

want to spend more time in the kitchen eating your young chef’s

basic ingredients and where Parmesan cheese came from as well

creations. Menu: Asparagus with mixed greens, brioche (rolls),

as prepare many of their authentic dishes including spaghetti with

chicken with carrots and herbs, roasted potatoes and chocolate

homemade tomato sauce and meatballs, bruchetta, minestrone

souffle for dessert.

soup, pizza, Italian cookies, garlic bread, pane cotta, apple strudel risotto, frittata, and many other tasty Italian treats.

INSTRUCTOR : Chef Lynda Rexroat and staff

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Class 25101

LOCATION Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center

INSTRUCTOR : Rainbow Chefs

$177: 3 classes Supply fee $15 due at first class

LOCATION Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

Class 25088

Mon-Wed 1:30pm-3:00pm

8/11-8/13

ages 4-5

$298: 5 classes $40 supply fee due before the start of class

Class 25089

Mon-Wed 4:00pm-5:30pm

8/11-8/13

ages 6-12

Class 25100

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Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

7/21-7/25

Specialized recreation Summer Camp Week 2

Specialized Rec

$250:

Class 25241

Mon-Thu

9:00am-3:00pm

6/30-7/3

Specialized recreation Summer Camp Week 3 $250:

Class 25242 Mon-Thu 9:00am-3:00pm

7/7-7/10

Specialized recreation Summer Camp Week 4 $250:

Class 25251 Mon-Thu 9:00am-3:00pm

A GES 5 - 2 1

Specialized Recreation Summer Camp

Specialized recreation Summer Camp Week 5

This summer camp is specifically designed for children, teens and

Class 25252 Mon-Thu 9:00am-3:00pm

7/14-7/17

$250:

7/21-7/24

young adults who have special needs. Our professionally trained staff creates a loving and nurturing environment for your child.

Emphasis is placed on social interaction, recreational and

Specialized recreation Summer Camp Week 6

educational activities, community involvement and weekly

$250:

excursions.

Class 25253 Mon-Thu 9:00am-3:00pm

7/28-7/31

Specialized recreation Summer Camp Week 7 $250:

Class 25254 Mon-Thu 9:00am-3:00pm

8/4-8/7

Specialized recreation Summer Camp Week 8 $250:

Class 25255 Mon-Thu 9:00am-3:00pm

8/11-8/14

Cardboard Boat Races Heather Farm $53:

Class 25246 Fri

9:00am-3:00am

Campers experience a fun-filled day camp with crafts, games,

Kayaking at Lake Chabot Marina

nature study, music, sports, drama and swimming. Activities for

$73:

teens and young adults help to develop independent living skills

Class 25247 Fri

7/18

9:00am-3:00am

8/8

9:00am-3:00pm

7/25

such as shopping, cooking, social skills and environmental education.

Oakland Zoo

SERVICES OF A PERSONAL NATURE: The Camp does not provide assistance in eating and toileting and although our staff/volunteer to camper ratio is very high (3 to 1), this does not mean that we

$63:

Class 25249 Fri

are able to provide 1 to 1 care for your child during the camp.

Register separately for trips. Trips include kayaking at Lake Chabot, Cardboard Boat Races, and the Oakland Zoo. Registration cost includes $25 supply fee.

All registration forms and payment must be accompanied with an emergency health form provided by the Specialized Recreation Program. To receive your emergency and registration form and to be placed on the Specialized Recreation Summer Day Camp

LOCATION Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center

mailing list, please contact Preston Jones at (925) 256-3531 or e-mail at jonesp@walnut-creek.org

Specialized recreation Summer Camp Week 1 $250:

Class 25240 Mon-Thu 9:00am-3:00pm

6/23-6/26

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Arts, Adventures & Academics Summer Camp June 23 - July 25 AGES 6-15

2014 will be the 32nd year for Arts, Adventures and Academics summer program! This popular summer program offers a fun, engaging experience with half and full day options for 1st through 9th grade. Mornings offer an array of engaging, art-based classes, taught by credentialed teachers or professional artists. In the afternoon, the fun continues with a variety of activities that include swimming, sports, games and field trips. Make this a summer to remember for your child!

Register early for best choice of classes and to take advantage of the early bird discount and payment plan. Scholarships available

"So many cool classes, I wish I could do them all!"

based on financial need. NEW THIS YEAR: 2-, 3- and 5-week sessions!

LOCATION Walnut Creek Intermediate School No class 7/4

5-week full day program 6/23-7/25 9:30am-6:00pm $1185 before 4/1/14

$1303 after 4/1/14

5-week half day program 6/23-7/25 9:30am-12:30pm $587 before 4/1/14

$645 after 4/1/14

3-Week full day program 6/23-7/11 9:30am-6:00pm $783 before 4/1/14

$861 after 4/1/14

3-week half Day Program 6/23-7/11 9:30am-12:30pm $388 before 4/1/14 $427 after 4/1/14

2-week full day program 7/14-7/25 9:30am-6:00pm $523 before 4/1/14

$574 after 4/1/14

2-week half day program 7/14-7/25 9:30am-12:30pm $260 before 4/1/14

$286 after 4/1/14

AAA-Early Morning Care 1st-9th Grades $240 $110 $165

5-week Mon-Fri 7:00am-9:30am 2-week Mon-Fri 7:00am-9:30am 3-week Mon-Fri 7:00am-9:30am

6/23-7/25 6/23-7/11 7/14-7/25

Visit www.arts-ed.org or call (925) 943-5846 for more information and to enroll.

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Summer Art Camp: “Over in the Meadow . . .”

Art

The meadow is full of life and we are going to have fun creating and making animals and plants that live in our world. Does your meadow have rabbits? Snakes? Turtles? Bees? Flowers? Or trees? We will learn how to protect our meadow life through recycling and making creatures from recycled materials. In the afternoon decide how to act out meadow life. What kind of music will you make in your meadow?

Class 24691

Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm

8/4-8/8

Summer Art Camp: “Up, Up and Away”

Outer space is the perfect place to see and make wonderful and

A GES 5 - 1 4

Summer Theatre Camp

beautiful things. How will you travel up and away? Will you make a

Cast members work together with Youth Theatre Company

What type of world will you visit in the sky? A plant with aliens?

members to put on a full-length musical. Learn choreography,

A magical kingdom in the sky? We will be drawing, painting and

musical harmony and staging while having fun and working as

sculpting something to travel in and our special land in the sky. Later

a team! Help create sets and props. Costumes round out the

you can become the creatures of this land and sing their songs.

production. Performances (open to the public) will be held in the

Class 24692

plane, a rocket, a special bird, a magic carpet or a hot air balloon?

Shadelands Art Center Auditorium on July 2 & 3 at 4:30 & 7:00pm.

Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm

8/11-8/15

This summer’s musical is Alice in Wonderland Junior. A $10 performance fee is included in the fee. No audition necessary.

Summer Art Camp: “Somewhere over the Rainbow”

INSTRUCTOR : Chelsea Bardellini

If you could fly over the rainbow, what kind of world would you find?

LOCATION Auditorium, Shadelands Art Center

What type of creatures would live there? Make your own special

Fee $325: 14 classes

kingdom through different art techniques and materials to create this

Class 24598

Mon-Fri 2:30pm-4:00pm

6/16-7/3

Ages 5-6

Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

a place where all the creatures are made from food? What kind of music will they have in this world and how will these creatures act?

Fee $513: 14 classes

Class 24599

world. Will you make a castle with magical creatures? Will you make

6/16-7/3

Ages 7-14

A GES 5 - 1 0

Class 24693

Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm

8/18-8/22

A GES 9 - 1 9

Summer Art Camps

Summer Dance Intensive

Join us for one or more of our creative arts adventures at the

This 3-week dance intensive features world-class teachers from

Shadelands Art Center. Songs and music are the inspiration this

Diablo Ballet and is directed by Professional Intermediate/Advanced

year for our theme-based arts sessions. Let the musical themes

Program Director Rebecca Crowell-Berke. Designed for students

inspire you by creating new worlds by painting, acting and creating

ages 9-19, with at least one-year ballet experience. Classes include

special music. We will explore all of the creative art forms, but it’s

ballet technique, pointe/repertoire, character dance, modern, jazz

up to you to imagine how each of these worlds should look, sound

and floor barre and will culminate in a performance. For audition

and feel. Bring both snacks and a lunch plus drink each day. Wear

info please call the office at (925) 943-5846 or Diablo Ballet at (925)

comfortable clothes.

943-1775 ext. 3. Space is limited. Attire required: black leotard, pink tights, black skirt, pink ballet slippers, pointe shoes (if applicable)

INSTRUCTOR : Lisa Taft

and hair in a bun. Performance: August 2, 7:30pm, Shadelands Art

LOCATION Youth Art 1, Shadelands Art Center

Center.

Fee $220: 5 classes

INSTRUCTOR S: Rebecca Crowell Berke, Graciela Acedo, Erin Summer Art Camp: “Down by the Sea”

Leedom, Edward Stegge, Rachel Little , Lauren Jonas, Rosselyn

What kind of “waterful” world can you create? What kind of

LOCATION Dance Studio, Shadelands Art Center

Ramirez creatures live near and under your sea? On the beach--crabs, turtles or sunbathers? What’s on the water--ships, surfers or pirates?

What’s under the water-whales or merpeople? You get to decide and create these things by drawing, painting and sculpting. Later in the day use your acting and music skills to make your sea come to life.

Class 24690

Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm

7/28-8/1

Fee $646 / after may 5 - $685: 15 classes

Advanced

Class 24518

Mon-Fri 10:00am-3:00pm

7/14-8/1

Mon-Fri 10:00am-3:00pm

7/14-8/1

Intermediate

Class 24517

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Tennis

Ages 4-15

Tennis Camps

LITTLE TENNIS AGES 4-6 $152R/$167NR — 5 Classes

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

6/16-6/20

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

6/23-6/27

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

7/7-7/11

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

7/14-7/18

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

7/21-7/25

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

7/28-8/1

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

8/4-8/8

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

8/11-8/15

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

9:00am-11:00am

8/18-8/22

$121R/$134NR — 4 Classes

Little Tennis

Mon-Thu

No camp 7/4

9:00-11:00am

6/30-7/3

LITTLE TENNIS SUMMER CAMPS (6:1 ratio)

(Ages 4-6) Specially designed tennis nets, rackets and low bouncing balls are used to provide an enjoyable learning

IMPROVEMENT & JUNIOR TEAM CAMPS

AGES 7-15

$180R/$195NR — 5 Classes

experience for younger players. Several short breaks are taken so

Camp

that students can regain energy (bring a snack) and cool down (ice

Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 6/16-6/20

water provided). Little Tennis students will learn to

Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 6/23-6/27

recognize, demonstrate and successfully hit the forehand, backhand and serve. They will learn parts of the racket, court, and

Days

AM Session

PM Session

Dates

Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 7/7-7/11

improve coordination and motor skills (i.e. balancing, overhand

Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 7/14-7/18

throwing, catching, and shuffling). Little Rallyers will work to im-

Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 7/21-7/25

prove their full court abilities through a series of drills and games.

Players should bring a snack; ice water is provided.

IMPROVEMENT, JUNIOR TEAM CAMPS (8:1 ratio)

(Ages 7-15) Students are grouped by ability levels on 1st day of

Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 7/28-8/1 Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 8/4-8/8 Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 8/11-8/15 Imp/Jr Team Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 8/18-8/22

class. Introductory students will learn forehand, backhand, volley, overhead and serve through our unique “court rotation and activity system.” Intermediate and Junior Team students will develop specialty shots and play in Singles & Doubles Round

$144R/$156NR —

4 Classes

No camp 7/4

Imp/Jr Team Mon-Wed 9:00am-12:00pm12:30-3:30pm

6/30-7/3

Robin Matches. The instructor(s) will help players with scoring, rules and match strategy. Players should bring a snack; ice water is provided.

AGES 8-15

$240R/$255NR — 5 Classes

TENNIS & SWIM COMBO CAMPS (8:1 tennis / 6:1 swim)

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

6/16-6/20

(Ages 8-15) Students will enjoy a morning of tennis camp then

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

6/23-6/27

head across to the aquatic center where they will enjoy an

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

7/7-7/11

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

7/14-7/18

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

7/21-7/25

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

7/28-8/1

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

8/4-8/8

soled shoes – court shoes) and comfortable clothing. Water will

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

8/11-8/15

be provided during rest breaks and lunch.

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri

9:00am-3:30pm

8/18-8/22

afternoon of recreational swimming. Students should bring a swim suit, towel, and lunch on Monday-Thursday. Pizza will be provided on Fridays.

Campers are encouraged to bring sunscreen, a towel for swim camp, a tennis racket, athletic shoes (please bring non-marking

Registration begins March 3, 2014

Call the Tennis Center at (925) 945-0105 for more information or visit www.lifetimetennis.com to register.

All Tennis Camps are held at Walnut Creek Tennis Center 1751 Heather Drive, Walnut Creek CA 94598

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$178R/$196NR — 4 Classes

No camp 7/4

Tennis/Swim

9:00am-3:30pm

Mon-Wed

6/30-7/3

Health & Fitness Registration

REGISTRATION FORM

REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 3

PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCOUNT TEL (HOME) TEL (CELL/WORK) ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP EMAIL ADDRESS

PARTICIPANT NAME

M/F

DOB

ACTIVITY NAME

1ST CHOICE

ACCOUNT #

START DATE

2ND CHOICE

EXP DATE

START DATE

FEE

TOTAL

AUTHORIZATION SIGNATURE WAIVER OF LIABILITY I consent to the above person’s participation in the activities and agree on behalf of myself, or minor child, that I assume the risk of accident, injuries or property damage sustained from any cause in connection with my (or my child’s) participation in the activities. I voluntarily release and hold harmless the City (including its officers, agents, employees and volunteers) from any liability for an accident, injury or property damage (except to the extent cause by the City’s active negligence or willful misconduct). I understand that I am responsible for the registration policies and procedures outlined in the brochure. I also understand that the City reserves the right to photograph activities and participants; those photos remain the City’s property for potential future use for publicity or promotional purposes.

Dated

Signature

Please indicate whether: Parent

Participant

HOW

where

online

BANCROFT ELEMENTARY: 2200 Parish Dr 94598

Log onto www.WalnutCreekRec.org and click on Programs & Classes or

Guardian

Registration.

BOUNDARK OAK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE: 3800 Valley Vista Rd 94598

fax

CIVIC PARK COMMUNITY CENTER: 1375 Civic Dr 94596

Registration Form, with VISA or MasterCard information to: (925) 938-7529.

Please do not call to confirm if your fax was received.

FOOTHILL MIDDLE SCHOOL: 2775 Cedro Ln 94598

mail

HEATHER FARM COMMUNITY CENTER: 301 North San Carlos Dr 94598

Registration Form with payment to: Walnut Creek Recreation Registration, 301 N. San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598. Make checks payable to City of Walnut Creek.

LINDSAY WILDLIFE MUSEUM: 1931 1st Ave 94597

phone (925) 943-5858

HEATHER FARM PRESCHOOL: 500 N. San Carlos Dr 94598

Monday-Friday

9:00am-4:00pm

Please have your class title, number and credit card information ready.

walk-in Heather Farm Community Center 301 N. San Carlos Drive, Heather Farm Park Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm

SHADELANDS ART CENTER: 111 North Wiget Ln 94598 TICE VALLEY COMMUNITY GYM & PARK: 2055 Tice Valley Blvd 94595 WALNUT CREEK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL: 2425 Walnut Blvd 94597 WALNUT CREEK TENNIS CENTER: 1751 Heather Dr 94598

confirmation Confirmations will be sent for all mail-in and phone registrations. Confirmations are sent via email when possible, by post if necessary. If you do not receive your confirmation within 2 weeks, please call (925) 943-5858 prior to the start of class.

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Camp Calendar

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Week of 6/16 Kids’ Carpentry Camp (Ages 5-12), 12 Summer Theatre Camp (Ages 5-12), 21 Mini Hawk Summer Camp (Ages 4-6), 10 Skyhawks Summer Camp (Ages 5-8), 11 Incredible Human Machine (Ages 6-10), 15 Tech Builders App Design (Ages 8-13), 16

2014

week of 7/14 Week of 6/23 Camp Little Walnut (Ages 4-6), 5 Camp Tenderfoot (Ages 3-5), 4 Chess Camp (Ages 6-13), 13 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Teen Camp (Grades 6-9), 3 Walnut Creek Day Camp (Ages 6-12), 6-7 Kidz Love Soccer Camp (Ages 4½-6), 10 Golf Camp (Ages 7-16), 10 Skyhawks Summer Camp (Ages 5-8), 11 Crazy Chemistry (Ages 6-8), 14 Game Design Camp (Ages 7-12), 16 American Food Tour Cooking Camp (Ages 6-11), 18

Camp Little Walnut (Ages 4-6), 5 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Tech Builders App Design (Ages 8-13), 16 Teen Camp (Grades 6-9), 3 Walnut Creek Day Camp (Ages 6-12), 6-7 Golf Camp (Ages 7-16), 10 Summer Dance Intensive (Ages 9-19), 21 Skyhawks Summer Camp (Ages 5-8), 11 NASA: Journey Into Outer Space (Ages 6-11), 15 Ninjaneering with LEGO (Ages 5-7), 17

week of 7/21

Week of 6/30 Camp Little Walnut (Ages 4-6), 5 Junior Recreation Leader (Ages 13-15), 3 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Walnut Creek Day Camp (Ages 6-12), 6-7 Golf Camp (Ages 7-16), 10 Tiny Hawks (Ages 3-4), 10 Jedi Engineering with Lego (Ages 5-7), 16 Jedi Master Engineering with Lego (Ages 8-12), 17 My First Lab (Ages 4-6), 14

Camp Little Walnut (Ages 4-6), 5 Camp Tenderfoot (Ages 3-5), 4 Junior Recreation Leader (Ages 13-15), 3 Spanish Camp (Ages 4-8), 12 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Teen Camp (Grades 6-9), 3 Walnut Creek Day Camp (Ages 6-12), 6-7 Golf Camp (Ages 7-16), 10 Skyhawks Summer Camp (Ages 5-8), 11 Crazy Chemistry (Ages 6-8), 14 Five Days in the Italy Cooking Camp (Ages 6-11), 18

week of 7/28 Week of 7/7 Camp Little Walnut (Ages 4-6), 5 Camp Tenderfoot (Ages 3-5), 4 Chess Camp (Ages 6-13), 13 Kids’ Carpentry Camp (Ages 5-12), 12 Golf Camp (Ages 7-16), 10 Mini Hawk Summer Camp (Ages 4-6), 10 Skyhawks Summer Camp (Ages 5-8), 11 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Teen Camp (Grades 6-9), 3 Walnut Creek Day Camp (Ages 6-12), 6-7 Comic Book Creators (Ages 7-12), 16 Secret Agent Lab Camp (Ages 6-10), 14

SUMMER CAMP

Camp Little Walnut (Ages 4-6), 5 Kids’ Carpentry Camp (Ages 5-12), 12 Golf Camp (Ages 7-16), 10 Skyhawks Summer Camp (Ages 5-8), 11 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-10), 21 Walnut Creek Day Camp (Ages 6-12), 6-7 Mad Machines & Robots (Ages 8-11), 15

City of Walnut Creek

week of 8/4 Camp Little Walnut (Ages 4-6), 5 Camp Tenderfoot (Ages 3-5), 4 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-10), 21 Walnut Creek Day Camp (Ages 6-12), 6-7 Story Writing Camp (Ages 7-13), 13 Golf Camp (Ages 7-16), 10 Mini Hawk Summer Camp (Ages 4-6), 10 Skyhawks Summer Camp (Ages 5-8), 11 Secret Agent Lab Camp (Ages 6-10), 14 Creative Writing Camp (Ages 7-11), 13

week of 8/11 Camp Little Walnut (Ages 4-6), 5 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-10), 21 Walnut Creek Day Camp (Ages 6-12), 6-7 Story Writing Camp (Ages 7-13), 13 Kids’ Cooking French Dinner Camp (Ages 4-12), 18 Kidz Love Soccer Camp (Ages 4½-6), 10 Golf Camp (Ages 7-16), 10 Construction Vehicles with Lego (Ages 5-7), 16 Engineering FUNdamentals: Minecraft Build with Legos (Ages 8-12), 17 Game Design Camp (Ages 7-12), 16 Let’s Get Growing (Ages 4-6), 14 The Art of Story Telling (Ages 5-7), 12

week of 8/18 Sports Camp (Ages 9-13), 8-9 Jr. Robotics using Lego WeDo (Ages 6-8), 17 Summer Art Camp (Ages 5-10), 21 Robotics using LEGO NXT (Ages 9-12), 17