City of Walnut Creek Guide to Arts + Rec - Summer 2018

INSIDE Join us for a week-long program with exchange students from Walnut Creek’s sister city in Japan in photography or studio art! Pg 10, 15 Explore STEM in a Lego engineering or Robotics class. Pg 40, 41 Looking to discover new topics through your painting? At Advanced Painting Composition we’ll assess, create and explore your individual goals as a painter. Pg 63 Center yourself with our new Qi & Dance or Active Flow Yoga classes. Pg 70, 72

Summer

2018

Registration begins May 14, 2018 at 9am

Summertime Fun Summer in Walnut Creek means outdoor adventures, creative pursuits and skill building with Arts + Rec! With a wide range of classes, plus summer camps, we have plenty of opportunities to keep kids and adults busy learning and growing right here in your community.

Don’t miss the reopening of the popular splash playground at Larkey Swim Center or the inflatable pool obstacle course at Clarke Swim Center. Summer recreational swim passes offer unlimited use during recreational swimming hours at both swim centers from June 9 to September 4. Come in and purchase a pass before June 10 and you’ll save $10!

Bring your family and catch a Movie Under the Stars, running July 13 and September 7 at Tice Valley Park and August 17 and September 28 at Civic Park. See the back cover for featured movie titles.

We want you to join us and our programs truly have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for both Community Arts and Recreation classes. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form found on communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org. To support our scholarship funds, you can conveniently add a donation to your summer registration!

Kevin Safine Director of Arts + Recreation

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Now Hiring for Arts + Rec! Walnut Creek Arts + Rec is a great place to WORK and play! We are now hiring summer camp leaders, lifeguards, gym attendants and building attendants.

You will develop skills in leadership, public relations, conflict resolution, safety awareness and teamwork, while building lifelong friendships! Please visit walnutcreekrec.org to fill out an application.

Youth

Ceramics & Sculpture 4 Dance 5-8 Decorative & Fiber Arts 9 Digital Media & Photography 10 Drama 11 Drawing, Painting & Printmaking 12-15 Health & Fitness 16 Martial Arts 16-17 Music 17-20 Personal Enrichment 20 Sports 21-23

Youth Camps

Preschool/School Age Camps 26-27 Day Camp 28-29 Day Sports Camps 30-31 Junior Recreation Leader 32 Specialized Recreation Camps 33 Camp Community Arts 34-35 Dance 36 Food & Cooking Camps 36 Personal Enrichment Camps 37-38 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Camps 39-43 Sports Camps 44-47

Adults

registration begins MAY 14!

Ceramics & Sculpture 48-50 Culinary Arts 51-53 Dance 53-56 Decorative & Fiber Arts 57-58 Digital Media & Photography 59-60 Dog/Pet Care 61 Do-It-Yourself (DIY) 62 Drama 62 Drawing, Painting & Printmaking 63-68 Glass 69 Health & Fitness 70-74 Jewelry 74-75 Music 75 Personal Enrichment 75-76 Technology & Business 76-77 Writing & Literature 77 Sports & Fitness Groups 78-79 Adults 50+ Programs & Services 79-83

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Events Calendar 17 Community Arts Foundation 24-25 Aquatics 84-90 Boundary Oak Golf 91 Tennis 92-93 Open Space 94-95 Facility Rentals 96 Lesher Center for the Arts 97 Bedford Art Gallery 97 Registration 98-99 For more information on Walnut Creek Arts + Recreation, visit walnut-creek.org/artsandrec

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Youth

Ceramics & Sculpture

make functional bowls, plates and mugs, animals and birdhouses. $5 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Rana Nassar DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 5:00pm-6:30pm $109/8

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8 - 12 yrs

Clay Works 2: Hand Building/ Wheel Throwing Great class for students with clay experience. Work on your handbuilding skills using soft slabs, coils and pinch pots. Students will learn the basics of throwing on the electric pottery wheel from centering to making simple pots. Prerequisite: must have taken Clay Play or have clay experience with knowledge of hand-building techniques. $5 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Rana Nassar DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

4 - 7 yrs

6/19-8/7 Tue 4:00pm-6:00pm $146/8

Clay Play: Habitats Come explore the wonderful world of clay, one of the most

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12 – 17 yrs

versatile and forgiving mediums. This is a great introduction to 3D art for young creative minds with or without clay experience.

Using a variety of techniques including pinch, coil, slab and

Teen Clay: Wheel Throwing/ Hand Building

squeeze methods, children will learn the basics from scoring to

Beginning to intermediate instruction on the electric potter’s

glazing their work. Build imaginary worlds filled with people,

wheel. Instruction and creative opportunity for hand-building

animals and a place for them to reside - trees, caves, tropical

techniques and projects as well. $35 supply fee payable at first

islands and more! $5 supply fee due at first class.

class ($15 tool kit if needed and $20 bag of clay)

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

Instructor : Amber Noyer

Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/23-8/11 Sat

6/18-8/6 Mon 1:00pm-3:00pm $146/8

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6/20-8/8 Wed 4:30pm-6:30pm $134/7

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9:00am-10:00am $85/8

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No class 7/4

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

6/21-8/9 Thu 4:30pm-6:30pm $146/8

Instructor : Rana Nassar

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DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 3:45pm-4:45pm $85/8

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8 - 12 yrs

Clay Works 1 A great opportunity for older children who have not had a lot of (or any) experience working with clay to explore this versatile medium. Focus on learning basic hand-building skills such as scoring, using slip, coil building, using molds and glazing. We will

Ceramics studio information

Studio use is for instruction and other learning. Work produced or fired in the Community Arts Ceramics Studio may not be sold except through the Clay Arts Guild and Center for Community Arts.

No work produced outside of classes or open studio will be fired.

Class and workshop fees include firing. Clay must be purchased in class. Tools and tool kits may be purchased in the studio. Wheel chair accessible electric potter’s wheel available.

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Youth

Dance 2 - 30 mos

Groovaroo Babywearing and Family Dance Class Rooted in soul line dancing, this low impact dance class is interactive, engaging and focused on community bonding!

Dancing with your child is a sure way to connect with you, your baby, family and other parents or caregivers! Music genre includes: Motown, R&B, Hip Hop, and Reggae. Infants are preferably carried facing in towards your body while toddlers may be backed carried. Carriers are not provided, however several carriers available on a first come first served basis for class use.

3 - 4 yrs

Register under child’s name.

Pre-Ballet

Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room

Blend the discipline of ballet with the freedom of creative dance.

Instructor : Anthea Yugawa

Begin with basic positions and steps of ballet; then leap, spin and

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

kick while improvising to music, words, and pictures. Listen to

6/13-7/18 Wed

11:15am-12:00pm $78/5

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11:15am-12:00pm $78/5

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No class 7/4

7/25-8/22 Wed

stories and music of well-known classical ballets. Parents may watch last session only.

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Erin Leedom DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

18 - 35 mos

Creative Dance with My Adult

6/19-8/7 Tue 3:30pm-4:15pm $100/7

Creative dance is geared for developing growth motor skills for children in early developmental stages through playful group and

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

duo activities. Class will consist of dancing with their adult in a

6/20-8/8 Wed

group setting while adults get to bond with their child and get a

No class 7/4

great workout. Potty trained or not, please join us for some fun!

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No class 7/31

3:30pm-4:15pm

$100/7 4959

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/23-8/11 Sat

6/19-8/14 Tue

No class 7/14

10:45am-11:30am $100/8

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9:00am-9:45am $100/7

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No class 7/3

3 - 5 yrs

Preschool Broadway Tap Preschool aged dancers will learn basic Broadway tap dancing skills in a fun and creative atmosphere. Tap will be combined with essential ballet movement introduced through an early childhood education approach. Creativity will be intermingled through song,

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and non-

dance, and learning games. Parents and caretakers may participate by viewing outside the studio while children are learning in class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

residents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

guidelines and fill out an application form at www.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

communityarts.org or www.walnutcreekrec.org.

6/19-8/7 Tue

12:15pm-1:00pm $100/7

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No class 7/3

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Youth 3 - 5 yrs

6 - 10 yrs

Preschool Dancing Combo

Ballet I

All preschool aged students welcome to join in on the fun of

Introduction to the beauty, grace and discipline of ballet. Each

learning ballet, jazz, and tumbling at an introductory level. Parents

class will include a traditional barre and center. Children will

and caretakers may participate while viewing outside the studio

enjoy dancing to the magical music from classical ballets such as

while children are learning in class. The costume fee covers the

Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker. Registration requirement:

purchase/construction of a costume for your child to bring home

Five-year olds with one year experience may move to Ballet I.

with them after the performance showcase.

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

Instructor : Erin Leedom

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7

Tue

11:30am-12:15pm $100/7

6/19-8/7 Tue 4:15pm-5:00pm $97/7

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No class 7/3

Instructor : Edward Stegge DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

4 - 5 yrs

3:45pm-4:30pm $105/8

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No class 7/31

Pre-Ballet Blend the discipline of ballet with the freedom of creative dance.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

Begin with basic positions and steps of ballet; then leap, spin

Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill

and kick while improvising to music, words and pictures. Listen

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

to stories and music of well-known classical ballets. Parents may watch last session only.

6/23-8/11 Sat

12:15pm-1:15pm $97/7

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No class 7/14

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 4:15pm-5:00pm $100/7

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Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 5:00pm-6:00pm $97/7

No class 7/4

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No class 7/4 Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

6 - 10 yrs

Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Broadway Tap Combo

6/23-8/11 Sat

Children will learn basic Broadway tap dancing skills in a fun and

9:45am-10:30am $100/7

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No class 7/14

creative atmosphere. Introductory tap skills will be combined with essential ballet movements. Song, dance, and learning games are used throughout class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 4:45pm-5:30pm $97/7

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No class 7/3

Ballet Attire: Girls-black leotard, pink footed tights, pink ballet

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The first dance class is a placement class to ensure each

slippers, hair pulled back in a bun away from face; Boys-black

student is enrolled in the appropriate class. We encourage all

tights, white T-shirt, black ballet slippers. All year-round dance

students to stay enrolled in the same level for at least one year,

programs will be subject to a $3 administrative processing fee,

unless the instructor advises otherwise.

which will be added to first payment.

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Youth 6 - 12 yrs

8 - 12 yrs

Tahitian and Polynesian Cultures (Beg)

Youth Contemporary Dance

Experience the motions and songs of the Pacific Islands and learn

Contemporary dance is a free formed style of dance that breaks

the Polynesian culture. Instruction includes dances from Tahiti and

away from the traditional roots of ballet, rebellion of modern

neighboring islands for all levels.

dance, and pedestrian feel of post-modern aesthetics yet somehow

Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room Instructor : Mary Aguilar

encompasses all of the above. Students will learn various ways of moving from jumping, leaping, and turning to sliding, falling, and inverting their bodies.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/9-7/28 Sat

9:30am-10:30am $66/6

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No class 7/14, 7/21

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 5:30pm-6:15pm $97/7

6 - 18 yrs

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Tahitian and Polynesian Cultures (Int/Adv)* Experience the motions and songs of the Pacific Islands and learn the Polynesian culture. Instruction includes dances from Tahiti

8 - 12 yrs

Youth Urban Funk

and neighboring islands for all levels. *Registration per instructor

Designed for youth, this class of urban funk combines the styles of

approval.

jazz, hip hop, and breaking in a funky upbeat setting.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

Instructor : Mary Aguilar

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/9-7/28

6/21-8/9 Thu 6:30pm-7:15pm $97/7

Sat

10:30am-12:00pm $66/6

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No class 7/14, 7/21

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No class 7/5

7 - 11 yrs

9 yrs & up

Ballet II

Tahitian Drumming/Music

Designed for students wanting to continue their ballet training.

This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas

Class will continue with traditional barre and center work,

(dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)

improving technique, working on proper body alignment and an

and drumming/music technique for men and women. Student

emphasis on vocabulary. Registration requirement: Students must

should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.

have completed a full year in the Ballet I level and be at least 7 years old in the second grade. A placement class must be taken in Ballet II if a student is transferring from another dance program.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge Instructor : Reynaldo Aguilar DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room

6/9-7/28 Sat

Instructor : Erin Leedom

9:30am-10:30am $66/6

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No class 7/14, 7/21

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 5:00pm-6:00pm $97/7 No class 7/31

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10 - 15 yrs

Hip Hop - Youth Syncopation derived from jazz funk and street jazz, with high

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energy focus on the latest styles and moves.

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 6:30pm-7:30pm $102/8

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Youth 10 - 18 yrs

13 - 17 yrs

Contemporary Dance

Teen Urban Funk

Contemporary dance is a free formed style of dance that breaks

Designed for teens, this class of urban funk combines the styles of

away from the traditional roots of ballet, rebellion of modern

jazz, hip hop, and breaking in a funky upbeat setting.

dance, and pedestrian feel of post-modern aesthetics yet somehow encompasses all of the above. Students will learn various ways of moving from jumping, leaping, and turning to sliding, falling, and

6/21-8/9 Thu 7:15pm-8:00pm $93/7

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

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No class 7/5

Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

1:30pm-2:30pm $93/7

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

inverting their bodies.

6/23-8/11 Sat

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

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No class 7/14

13 yrs & up

Tahitian Ahuro’a Women This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas (dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)

13 – 17 yrs

and drumming/music technique for men and women. Student

Teen Ballet

should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.

Teen Ballet is perfect for teens who have little to no experience in ballet and interested in classical ballet training. This class is also an excellent way for dancers to build their dance foundation, gain

Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Mary Aguilar

strength and flexibility, and find a healthy level of confidence for

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

successful growth. Adapting through the art of ballet guides a

6/6-8/15 Wed 6:30pm-7:30pm $73/8

dancer into further successes and the ability to find the richness in

No class 7/4, 7/18, 7/25

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life.

13 yrs & up

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

Tahitian I Women and Men (Beg)

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas

6/20-8/8 Wed 6:00pm-7:00pm $93/7

(dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)

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and drumming/music technique for men and women. Student

No class 7/4

should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall

13 – 17 yrs

Instructor : Mary Aguilar

Teen Contemporary Dance

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Contemporary dance is a free formed style of dance that breaks away from the traditional roots of ballet, rebellion of modern dance, and pedestrian feel of post-modern aesthetics yet somehow encompasses all of the above. Students will learn various ways of moving from jumping, leaping, and turning to sliding, falling, and

6/6-8/15 Wed 7:30pm-8:30pm $73/8

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No class 7/4, 7/18, 7/25

13 yrs & up

inverting their bodies.

Tahitian II Women and Men (Int)* & (Adv)*

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas (dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 6:15pm-7:00pm $93/7

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and drumming/music technique for men and women. Student should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues. *Instructor approval required

No class 7/3 Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Mary Aguilar DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/6-8/15 Wed 8:30pm-10:00pm $73/8 No class 7/4, 7/18, 7/25 8

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youth

Decorative & Fiber Arts

4 - 8 yrs

8 - 13 yrs

Kinder Sew Plus Fiber Fun Enjoy the basics of hand sewing plus learn to make necklaces,

Beyond Basic Sewing and Surface Design

bracelets, and headbands using buttons, beads, pompoms, and

Explore fiber arts using thread and yarn, buttons and beads, plus

tassels. We will adorn our hand-sewn aprons or purses with our

cutting and sewing by hand and machine. Working with fabulous

custom designs and details. $15 supply fee due at class.

fabrics, we will make a series of projects. Instructor supplies all

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool

fiber and supplies necessary. $20 supply fee due at first class

Instructor : Staff

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Staff

6/21-8/9 Thu 3:30pm-4:45pm $87/8

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

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6/20-8/8 Wed 4:00pm-6:00pm $134/7

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No class 7/4

7 - 13 yrs

Basic Sewing and Surface Design Explore fiber arts using thread and yarn, buttons and beads, plus

9 - 13 yrs

cutting and sewing by hand and machine. Working with fabulous

Little Loom Weaving

fabrics, we’ll make a series of projects. Instructor supplies all fiber

You will learn to weave on a small Rigid Heddle Loom. This is a

and supplies necessary. $20 supply fee due at first class.

simple but amazing little loom. You will learn to warp the loom,

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool Instructor : Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-8/9 Thu 5:00pm-7:00pm $147/8

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using the direct warping method, and then you will weave yourself a scarf. All yarn and use of a loom is included in the supply fee of $30.

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -

Studio H Instructor : Reba Siero DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/18-8/8 Wed 3:30pm-5:00pm $78/4

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Youth

Digital Media & Photography

12 - 18 yrs

Teen Digital Photography This digital photography class will introduce students to photography as an art form. Students will learn the ins and outs of digital camera controls and how to use them to create proper exposures. This class will cover a technical foundation, such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, and composition, and break into basic editing skills using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Students will have the opportunity to practice concepts learned in class with weekly in-class shooting exercises. After 10 weeks, students will emerge with a small digital portfolio and a set of printed photographs created using an Epson Stylus Pro Inkjet printer.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Brian Shapiro DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 4:15pm-6:15pm $131/8

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12 - 18 yrs

Zines for Teens

10 - 18 yrs

Intro to Digital Photography for Homeschoolers

Express yourself and create your own media! Learn how to make Zines (short for fanzine or magazine) in a time honored punk DIY

This digital photography class will introduce students to

tradition. Learn the basics of designing zines using both analog

photography as an art form. Students will learn the ins and outs

and digital techniques, include collage, photography, bookmaking,

of digital camera controls and how to use them to create proper

InDesign and Photoshop. In addition, we will also be exploring

exposures. This class will cover a technical foundation, such as

storytelling, photo sequencing, and alternative distribution methods.

shutter speed, aperture, ISO, white balance, and composition,

The course will also cover the history, purpose and process of this

and break into basic editing skills using Adobe Lightroom and

DIY tradition.

Photoshop. Students will have the opportunity to practice concepts learned in class with weekly in-class shooting exercises.

After 10 weeks, students will emerge with a small digital portfolio and a set of printed photographs.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Brian Shapiro DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

Mon

10:00am-12:00pm $131/8

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Instructor : Brian Shapiro DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 12:30pm-2:30pm $114/8

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Teen Studio Program: Japanese Exchange Digital Photography Join us for a week-long photography camp with high school

11 - 18 yrs

exchange students from Walnut Creek’s sister city in Japan! This

Stop Motion Animation

10

14 - 18 yrs

is a great opportunity to participate in a cultural exchange with

Learn the basics of stop motion animation. Explore the technique

peers from across the globe while exploring the visual language

behind movies such as The Nightmare Before Christmas, Wallace

of photography. Students will learn the basic operations of a DSLR

and Grommit and Coraline. At the end of this course students will

camera: lighting, composition, and content with two off-site photo

make their own short films. Students will also learn the basics of

shoots in the Bay Area to put their new skills to work. This workshop

making clay models and using found objects to complete their

is open to high school students; all levels welcome. Scholarships are

film. $50 supply fee due at first class.

available to students who qualify.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom

Instructor : Brian Shapiro

Instructor : Jordan Jurich-Weston

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

8/6-8/10

12:30pm-2:30pm $131/8

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Mon-Fri 12:30pm-4:30pm $200/5

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Youth

Drama

8 - 10 yrs

Community Arts Theater: Studio Class Join us for an in-depth exploration of theater! In a supportive and exciting environment led by professional theater artists, students will learn about the actor’s tools and uncover their unique voice as a performer. Through the study of movement, voice, and improvisation, young actors build confidence, communication skills, self-expression, teamwork, compassion, and have fun. All levels welcome. Students will end the session with an in-class sharing for family and friends.

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 4:45pm-6:15pm $156/8

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11 - 14 yrs

Community Arts Theater: Middle School Middle School Community Arts Theater participants will learn about the actor’s tools and begin to uncover their own unique voices as performers in our Studio Class. Through the study of movement, voice, character, scene study, improvisation and multiple genres of theater, students will build confidence, communication skills, self-expression, teamwork, and compassion.

Most importantly, students will have FUN in a supportive and welcoming environment. All levels welcome. Students will have an in-class sharing of work at the end of each quarter.

Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio

5 - 7 yrs

Community Arts Theater: Studio Class Explore theater basics through music, movement, and theater games! Students will work with professional theater artists to help

Instructor : Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 4:00pm-6:00pm $180/8

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build their confidence and develop their voices as young actors in our Theater Studio Class. Students will end the session with an in-

15 - 18 yrs

class sharing for family and friends! All levels welcome!

Community Arts Theater: High School

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room

High School Community Arts Theater participants will focus on

Instructor : Staff

growing development of the tools of an actor through in-depth

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

study of movement, voice, scene study, improvisation, and musical

6/18-8/6 Mon 3:30pm-4:30pm $114/8

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theater in our Studio Class. Actors will work toward a showcase of monologues, scenes, and songs throughout the quarter. All levels welcome. Students will perform in an in-class sharing of work at the end of each quarter.

Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio Instructor : Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-8/9 Thu 4:00pm-6:00pm $180/8

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Youth

Drawing & Painting

5 - 7 yrs

Primary Colors Studio art for primary school age children. Drawing, painting and sculpting techniques will be learned as children explore the basic design concepts of line, shape, color, texture and more.

Sculpture and collage projects included. Completion of I Can Do it Art recommended. Children repeating this class will complete extended projects that provide further independent growth and development.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-8/9 Thu 4:30pm-5:30pm $85/8

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5 - 7 yrs

Observe and Imagine Close looking and wild invention are at the heart of this drawing class. Students will be introduced to a wide variety of drawing media as they play drawing games, invent insects, design their own city, and draw tiny objects using a magnifying glass. We will

18 - 24 mos

Terribly Terrific Twos: Toddler/Parent

look at drawings made by different artists and discuss what we

Designed to foster the toddler/parent relationship, explore social,

fee due at first class.

physical, language development and parent education. Exploration activities including music and movement, tactile and visual art exploration and circle activities will be offered each session.

see, leading the way to inspire them in their own work. $10 supply

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2

6/18-8/6 Mon 4:30pm-5:30pm $85/8

Instructor : Julie Tadena

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5 - 7 yrs

For ages 18-24 mos 6/22-8/10 Fri

9:00am-10:30am $125/8

5068

10:45am-12:15pm $125/8

5069

For ages 24-36 mos 6/22-8/10 Fri

Mixed Media Mash-up Student artists will experiment with a new medium and a new project every week. Draw, paint, and sculpt little masterpieces and learn different ways to express yourself, as well as learn how a variety of materials work. Modern masters will be our inspiration.

3 - 10 yrs

Media include pastel, watercolor, air dry clay, mixed media,

Kids Open Studio

printmaking, and more. $15 supply fee due at first class.

Kids Open Studio is a special place for families and kids to connect with their creativity while playing boundlessly with art materials, concepts, techniques and challenges! Kids ages 3-6

Instructor : Casey Rasmussen White

must be accompanied by a parent; ages 7-10 can be dropped off

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

for an opportunity to explore with their peers! Each drop-in class

6/20-8/8 Wed 4:00pm-5:00pm $77/7

explores a new project based on the quarter’s theme. Register

No class 6/13, 7/4

prior to class or pay by credit card on the day of class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/23-8/11 Sat

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Youth 5 - 8 yrs

6 - 10 yrs

Wild About Wheels

Kids Portraits

What can you make with wheels? Will your creation move or

Students will portray the faces of their favorite people by looking

spin? Use different media to create with and explore the world of

at artists of the past and present, while learning new painting and

wheels.

drawing techniques along the way! We will reveal and practice a number of approaches specific to observing and detailing a

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

subject’s face. We will also use a variety of mixed media including

Instructor : Lisa Taft

watercolor and acrylic paint, chalk and oil pastel, cut out paper and

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/23

Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm $34/1

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collage materials. $10 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria

5 - 8 yrs

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Down By the Sea

6/22-8/10 Fri

5:00pm-6:00pm $85/8

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Stay cool and create fantastic ocean creatures both real and pretend. We will use different materials to make your own special creation.

6 - 10 yrs

Tinkering

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

No rules and no expectations! Tinkering is a time for exploration

Instructor : Lisa Taft

and creativity. Have access to a variety of new and exciting

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

materials each week to use to create whatever one can imagine.

8/11

Wood, paper, paint, foam, cardboard, clay, etc. the media list goes

Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm $34/1

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on. Kids can get messy and have the freedom to explore through process and with guidance from their instructor. $10 supply fee

5 - 10 yrs

due at first class.

Minecraft Mixed Media Students will bring their personal Minecraft worlds to life and use them as inspiration for a variety of mixed media projects, bringing their creations into the real world. They will learn traditional

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

painting techniques and color theory, as well as basic clay

6/20-8/8 Wed 4:30pm-5:45pm $100/7

modeling. $10 supply fee due at first class.

No class 7/4

5054

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

6 - 12 yrs

Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Bird Wonder

6/21-8/9 Thu 5:45pm-6:45pm $85/8

Join us while we learn how to illustrate and paint live and

5057

taxidermy birds! Live pigeons, a chicken, and more will be available for students to explore and get to know up close and

5 - 16 yrs

personal. Learn about the habitats and peculiar behaviors of

Homeschool Mixed Media

different avian species. Along the way, students will develop

Work with a variety of fine art media and learn new painting and

techniques in realistic painting and drawing and execute

drawing techniques! Paint and draw live animals, explore 2D

beautifully polished scientific works of art.

media, printmaking, weaving, sewing, and object making. A great place to meet fellow homeschoolers and make new friends! $10 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

6/18-8/6 Mon 5:45pm-7:15pm $110/8

Instructor : Brittany Zagoria

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DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 1:00pm-3:00pm $104/7

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Youth 10 - 18 yrs

Pokémon, Gotta Draw Them All! Learn to draw your very own Pokémon! Every class will begin with us warming up by learning how to draw some of our favorite Pokémon. After our daily warm up we will discuss and learn about how we pieced together the shapes and forms that make up these funny looking creatures and how we can do the same to create our very own. We will discuss the style and characteristics that make each Pokémon and the Pokémon franchise so popular and unique. By the end of the course we will have created our very own Pokémon with its own character traits and style worthy of the Pokémon world!

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3 Instructor : Monico Jacobo DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 4:00pm-5:00pm $85/8

5072

10 - 18 yrs

Superhero Sketch and Draw Learn the basics of drawing your very own superhero from head to toe! Students will learn about the proportion, perspective, and

7 - 11 yrs

anatomy that sets superheroes and comics apart from other art

Color and Pattern

styles. We will learn to build up our figures by using quick gesture

We will begin with a dive into color mixing with paint, observing

sketches and shapes to get poses on paper that we can further

how colors behave in relation to each other. Students will work

develop into clean sketches. These sketches will then become

with acrylics and watercolor. They will use these mediums in a

the foundation for our own unique superhero. By the end of this

series of projects that emphasize color and pattern. Students will

course every student will have the skills to create their very own

collage with painted papers as well as creating copies of master

hero complete with costume, props, masks, and even an origin

works.

story!

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3

Instructor : Heloise Levy

Instructor : Monico Jacobo

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-8/9 Thu 4:00pm-5:00pm $85/8

6/18-8/6 Mon 4:00pm-5:00pm $85/8

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7 - 12 yrs

Pokémon Mixed Media Calling all trainers! Students will use a variety of mixed media to represent their favorite characters and situations from the series.

Projects will include Pokémon acrylic portraits on canvas, ceramic Pokémon, inventing one’s own Pokémon and recreating it on a card with watercolor, and more! Grab your Pokédex and come on in! $10 supply fee due at the first class.

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

scholarships available for residents and non-

Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

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residents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

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Youth 12 - 16 yrs

13 - 17 yrs

Teen Drawing & Painting

Teen Color Exploration

For young artists interested in taking their drawing and painting

Students will explore the intricacies of color through a wide variety

to a higher level. Explore a variety of subjects, developing an

of materials and methods. This class develops students’ skill and

understanding of form, composition, line, light/shadow, perspective

furthers their understanding of color technically and conceptually.

and color. Students may work at the easel, initially focusing on basic techniques, then moving on to more complex projects. Students are exposed to a variety of mediums including acrylics, oils, charcoal

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria

pencil, and watercolor. Continuing students receive individual help in

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

their areas of interest and medium of their choice. $20 supply fee due

6/19-8/7 Tue 2:45pm-4:00pm $105/8

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at first class.

14 - 18 yrs

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Teen Studio Program: Japanese Exchange Studio Art

6/19-8/7 Tue 4:15pm-6:15pm $131/8

Join us for a week-long studio art camp with high school exchange

Instructor : Brittany Zagoria

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students from Walnut Creek’s sister city in Japan! This is a great opportunity to participate in a cultural exchange with peers from

12 - 16 yrs

Tween/Teen Portraiture

across the globe while exploring the visual language. Students

This class is for moderate level art students who already have

and mixed media, they will go to off-site contemporary art centers

some practice in drawing and painting. Through this class, these

in the Bay Area to experience Contemporary Art practices. This

students will be able to further improve their craft by adding in

workshop is open to high school students; all levels welcome.

realistic drawing and painting techniques to their wheelhouse. We

Scholarships are available to students who qualify.

will explore a variety of art practices such as drawing, painting

will draw inspiration from how artists, past and present, approached portraiture. Graphite pencils and acrylic and watercolor paint will be used. $15 materials fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

8/6-8/10

Instructor : Brittany Zagoria DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

6:15pm-8:15pm $131/8

5059

Mon-Fri 12:30pm-4:30pm $200/5

5077

16 - 18 yrs

Teen College Portfolio Prep Are you preparing to apply to college studio art programs in the

12 - 18 yrs

Character Design

fall? The following class will help you up your application game.

Are you looking to come up with your very own characters for a

best artistic assets and make improvements to prior work. Each

cartoon, comic, or animation but do not quite have them yet? Then

week, students will have access to studio work time and a variety

come join the character design course to develop an idea you already

of artistic media. In addition you will have the choice to take part

have or create a completely new world. We will learn not only how

in projects that cater to college application requirements (e.g. RISD

to draw the characters we imagine in our heads but will also look to

bicycle project.).

Students will be given guidance as to how to incorporate their

develop our characters so they match the world we want them to be set in. We will develop a story around our characters and the drawing style to match to further our imaginary worlds. Whether you want

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3 Instructor : Brittany Zagoria

to learn how to draw as a hobby or you are looking to focus on your

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

character development this is definitely the class for you.

6/23-8/11 Sat

1:00pm-4:00pm $169/8

5075

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Monico Jacobo DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 4:00pm-5:00pm $78/7

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Youth

Health & Fitness

Martial Arts

18 mos - 3 yrs

3 - 6 yrs

Gymnastics – Parent/Child

Tiny Tigers Karate

This popular class, designed for parents and toddlers, will enhance

This program is a good base for your child’s journey into martial

your child’s motor development and confidence. Emphasis is

arts. Each week is themed and focuses on specific skills in a fun,

on movement, rolling, climbing, hanging and jumping. Parent

learning environment. Instructors are all black belts with over five

participation required.

years of teaching experience. Classes are broken down into groups

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Natallia Locricchio DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/24-8/21 Tue

9:30am-10:15am $83/5

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based on age if necessary. Participants will need to purchase a uniform on the first day of class for $35.

Location : Delta Martial Arts & Athletics Instructor : Meg Hamilton DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/11-8/20

3 - 5 yrs

Mon 6:00pm-6:30pm

$113/10

5442

No class 7/2

Gymnastics – Preschool

6/12-8/21 Tue 3:30pm-4:00pm $113/10

5444

No class 7/3

Classes are designed to enhance your child’s strength, coordination and confidence. Emphasis is placed on beginning

6/14-8/23 Thu 5:00pm-5:30pm $113/10

gymnastics skills and equipment use

No class 7/5

5445

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room

6 - 12 yrs

Instructor : Natallia Locricchio DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Shito Ryu Karate

7/24-8/21 Tue

Entry level karate class for girls and boys. Shito Ryu karate has

10:15am-11:00am $83/5

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diverse roots, and is a combination of strong, powerful and quick movements. Students learn basic stances, punches, blocks,

2 -6 yrs

kicks and forms (kata) within a fun and safe environment. Our

NEW | Kids Warrior Fitness

philosophy is to promote the merits of courtesy, respect for

Inspired by the television show American Ninja Warrior, this

oneself and others, and self-discipline. Instructors are certified by

class gives our littlest warriors a chance to explore Exciting

the Shito Ryu International Karate-do Kai, Osaka, Japan. A karate

Obstacle Course Action! We focus on positive encouragement

gi (uniform) is required and can be purchased for $30 at class.

and challenge each student to do their best while they jump, climb, balance, run, and tumble. We include fun agility games and creative strength activities. Parent participation required.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : Mari-Jo Suzuki DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Arista Lemos

6/23-7/21 Sat

11:00am-11:45am $68/5

5494

7/28-8/25 Sat

11:00am-11:45am $68/5

5495

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/1-8/13 Mon 3:30pm-4:20pm $99/6

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4-6 yrs 7/1-8/13 Mon 4:30pm-5:20pm $99/6

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2-3 yrs

Looking for summer camps?

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Youth / calendar Center for Community Arts Exhibitions, Events & Performances MAY 1 – JULY 1

MAY 29

JULY 27

Q. Stone Paintings Exhibition

Spring Orchestra Concert, 7pm to 9pm

Summer Ballet Intensive Performance

Walnut Creek City Hall 1st Floor Gallery

Shadelands Art Center Auditorium

7:30pm to 8:30pm

MAY 4 – 6

MAY 29 – AUGUST 1

Clay Arts Guild Summer Sale

Glass Artist’s Student Exhibition

AUGUST 1 – NOVEMBER 1

Friday from 5pm to 9pm,

Shadelands Art Center

Handmade Books Student Exhibition

Saturday from10am to 6pm, Sunday from 10am to 4pm Civic Park Studios MAY 19

Family Art Day, 10am to 2pm Shadelands Art Center MAY 24

Jazz Band and Flock of Flutes Concert 7:30pm to 9pm Shadelands Art Center Auditorium MAY 25 – JULY 27

Japanese Brush Painting Student Exhibition Shadelands Art Center

Shadelands Art Center Auditorium

Shadelands Art Center

MAY 31

Spring Ballet Concert, 7pm to 8:30pm

AUGUST 7

Del Valle Theater

Summer Performance Jam 6:30pm to 7:30pm

JUNE 1

Shadelands Art Center Dance Studio

Spring Ballet Concert, 7pm to 8:30pm Shadelands Art Center Auditorium

AUGUST 7

Summer Orchestra Concert

JUNE 1 – SEPTEMBER 1

7pm to 9pm

Student Pastels Group Exhibition

Shadelands Art Center Auditorium

Walnut Creek City Hall 3rd Floor Gallery

AUGUST 9

JUNE 9 – JULY 27

Summer Jazz & Flock of Flute Concert

Wellness Exhibit

7:30pm to 9pm

John Muir Hospital, Aspen Surgery Center

Shadelands Art Center Auditorium AUGUST 10 – OCTOBER 10

Japanese Exchange Student Exhibit Shadelands Art Center

Music

7 - 12 yrs

Karate Kids All of our Karate Kids are taught in a professional facility dedicated to small class sizes and methods focused on the challenges of school-aged children. Through fun drills and exercises your child

3 mos - 5 yrs

Music Together

will develop self-esteem, self-discipline, safety awareness, respect

Consistent winner of local/national awards, Music Together is the

and increased athletic abilities. Participants will need to purchase a

gold standard in early childhood music education. Download our

uniform on the first day of class for $35.

free “Hello Everybody” app to hear our music and find out more.

Fun for parents/ adult caregivers and babies/toddlers/preschoolers

Location : Delta Martial Arts & Athletics

as they work together on the basic skills of singing in tune and

Instructor : Meg Hamilton

sense of rhythm. Our family classes feature songs, instruments,

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

movement, and group activities. Supply fee includes CDs, digital

6/11-8/20 Mon 4:00pm-4:45pm $133/10

downloads, and songbook, extending the music into your home.

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No class 7/2

6/12-8/21 Tue 6:30pm-7:15pm $133/10 No class 7/3

$87 for siblings over eight months. Call (925) 943-5858 for sibling 5448

discount. $45 supply fee per family due at first class.

Location : Tice Valley Gym Classroom Instructor : Music Together DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/26-7/31 Tue 5:00pm-5:45pm $135/6

5497

6/26-7/31 Tue 6:00pm-6:45pm $135/6

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6/30-8/4 Sat 9:00am-9:45am $135/6

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6/30-8/4

Sat

10:00am-10:45am $135/6

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6/30-8/4

Sat

11:00am-11:45am $135/6

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Youth 1 2 - 30 mos

4.5 - 6 yrs

Tuneful Toddlers - Parent / Child

Summer Beat!

In the world of toddlers, movement and exploration are their

Our class will build on your child’s growing independence and

greatest need and music fits right in! Your toddler will be absorbed

developing competencies. There will be a stronger emphasize

in a fun musical environment, which supports all areas of musical

on vocal, rhythmic and ensemble development with lots of

development through research-based activities. Through singing,

fun activities to foster musical growth. Your child will have the

finger plays, rhythm activities, dancing, instrument playing, and

opportunity to participate actively in learning songs, dancing,

focused listening the foundations of musical learning will be

playing rhythm instruments, listening and movement activities

encouraged and nurtured, making this a very special music time.

that build on the young child’s need for language and creative expression. Required: $22 instrument fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room Instructor : Cynthia Schultz

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Cynthia Schultz

6/19-7/24

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Tue, Thu 9:30am-10:00am

$104/10

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6/19-7/24

No class 6/28

Tue, Thu 1:00pm-1:45pm

$104/10

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No class 6/28

1 - 5 yrs 5 - 7 yrs

Family Music

Little Voices

Celebrate the joy of music making with your child in this fun, mixed age music class that siblings can attend together! Important

Do you love to sing? Are you interested in learning more about

musical concepts will be presented and reinforced in an engaging

music and how to use your own instrument that you carry with

and nurturing environment through singing, instrument playing,

you every day? Then come join us in a fun, structured and

dance, and rhythm activities. Experience the advantages of

supportive environment where we’ll learn the different elements

everyone interacting, bonding, enjoying, and learning together.

of music including rhythm, dynamics, tempo and of course, how

Siblings 9 months and under are free.

to sing.

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom

Instructor : Cynthia Schultz

Instructor : Kelly Mustain

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-7/24

6/19-8/7 Tue 5:00pm-5:45pm $107/8

Tue, Thu 10:15am-11:00am $104/10

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4923

No class 6/28

5 - 10 yrs 4 - 6 yrs

Drumming for Fun

Ukulele for Young Kids

This class is designed to inspire children to explore their musical

Learn the basics of music on a fun instrument the perfect size

curiosity using a variety of hand drums. It emphasizes exposure to

for little hands! You will learn how to hold the instrument, basic

fun musical experiences and introduces basic rhythmic and beat

notes and chords, strumming patterns and rhythms. We will play

patterns.

and sing our favorite songs while learning the basics of ukulele.

Instruments will be discussed at first class. You will need to buy or rent your own.

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : John Waller DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom

6/21-8/9 Thu 4:45pm-5:35pm $113/8

Instructor : Jonathan Mendle DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 1:30pm-2:15pm $113/8

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Youth 5 - 10 yrs

Guitar for Kids Learn the basics of guitar, from holding it to playing basic chords.

You will have the opportunity to play and sing along to all styles of music from nursery rhymes to popular music. Through easy to learn music theory and rhythm exercise, you’ll be having fun rocking out in no time. Bring your own acoustic guitar to class. $5 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : John Waller DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-8/9 Thu 5:45pm-6:35pm $92/8

4928 7 - 11 yrs

Youth Chorus

5 - 14 yrs

Homeschool Acoustic Guitar

Join Walnut Creek’s Youth Chorus. In this class students will meet

Aspirations to learn acoustic guitar? Dreams of becoming a

others who love to sing, learn how to sing in a group setting, and

songwriter? In acoustic beginners, we will learn the fundamentals

even have a chance to perform! No experience necessary and all

of guitar and improve your finger dexterity while exploring

levels are welcome!

strumming patterns and learning some classic acoustic songs. We will study how the guitar works and learn its use in an ensemble.

Playing and singing is welcome! All you will need is your guitar and a pick to get started. $10 supply fee due at first class.

Instructor : Rhonda Crane DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 6:00pm-7:00pm $98/7

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom

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No class 6/25

Instructor : Jake Nunn DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/1 Wed 2:00pm-3:00pm $100/6

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom

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No class 7/4

7 - 12 yrs

Beginning Ukulele You will learn chords, strumming and basic music theory to help make learning the ukulele fun and enjoyable. Students must rent

7 - 9 yrs

or buy their own ukulele. $5 supply fee due at first class.

Introduction to Piano In this beginning piano class, your child will be introduced to basic piano skills, notation and rhythm in a supportive, hands-on

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : Jake Nunn

learning environment. Must have a piano or keyboard for at home

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

practice. $8.50 supply fee due at first class.

6/20-8/1 Wed 3:10pm-4:00pm $100/6

4926

No class 7/4

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : Cynthia Schultz DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-7/24

Tue, Thu 2:15pm-3:05pm

No class 6/28

$131/10

4922

7 - 14 yrs

Violin Ensemble (Beg) An introduction to the violin in a supportive group. Learn how to hold the violin, read notes, and play simple melodies in a friendly, fun setting. Enrollment limited. Rental of instruments to be discussed at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom Instructor : Rem Djemilev DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

3:30pm-4:15pm $92/8

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Youth 7 - 13 yrs

11 - 18 yrs

Community Arts Youth Orchestra – Intermediate

Community Arts Youth Orchestra – Advanced

Members of the Community Arts Youth Orchestra-Intermediate

Members of the Community Arts Youth Orchestra-Intermediate

group will sharpen orchestral playing skills while enjoying

group will sharpen orchestral playing skills while enjoying

camaraderie, teamwork and ensemble experience and work

camaraderie, teamwork and ensemble experience and work

toward musical excellence. A suite of successively more advanced

toward musical excellence. A suite of successively more advanced

orchestral experiences culminates with the teen level Advanced

orchestral experiences culminates with the teen level Advanced

Orchestra that will perform challenging music and accompany

Orchestra that will perform challenging music and accompany

renowned guest artists. Request full information by calling (925)

renowned guest artists. Request full information by calling (925)

943-5846.

943-5846. No pre-auditions

Location : Center for Community Arts Auditorium

Location : Center for Community Arts Auditorium

Instructor : Rem Djemilev

Instructor : Rem Djemilev

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 5:00pm-6:15pm $104/8

6/19-8/7 Tue 6:30pm-8:30pm $138/8

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9 - 13 yrs

4935

12 - 18 yrs

Guitar for Tweens (Beg)

Family Chorus

Learn some of the basics and discover how fun and easy the guitar

Join Walnut Creek’s Community Chorus. In this class students will

can be! Proper technique, tone production, tuning, note reading

meet others who love to sing, learn how to sing in a group setting,

and single line melodic playing. Move on to ensemble playing and

and even have a chance to perform! No experience necessary and

basic solo repertoire. No experience in music or guitar necessary.

all levels are welcome!

Note: Nylon string classical guitar in appropriate size is required.

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom

Instructor : Rhonda Crane

Instructor : Jonathan Mendle

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 7:15pm-8:15pm $97/7

6/19-8/7 Tue 6:00pm-7:00pm $92/8

No class 6/25

4924

10 - 18 yrs

Rock Guitar 101 For beginners of electric guitar and lovers of rock music. We will learn techniques and exercises to improve your finger strength and speed for lead and rhythm guitar, as well as learn iconic riffs

4921

Personal Enrichment

and songs from some of the most beloved rock bands in history.

All you need is your guitar and a small practice amp. Let’s rock!

10 - 15 yrs

Location : Center for Community Arts Music Classroom

Babysitting for Beginners

Instructor : Jake Nunn

Learn the skills needed to be a trusted and responsible babysitter.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Learn all about child development, bedtime strategies, discipline,

6/20-8/1 Wed 5:30pm-6:30pm $77/6 No class 7/4

4927

how to get jobs, and ways to make babysitting fun for you and the kids. Basic first aid, general safety, and what to do in an emergency will also be covered. Students should dress to play and bring a snack. Students will receive a certificate of completion.

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Suzy McCreary DATES DAY

6/27-6/28

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TIME FEE/SESSIONS

Wed-Thu 1:00pm-4:00pm $58/2

CR#

5394

Youth

Sports

KIDZ LOVE SOCCER Learn the world’s most popular sport from professional coaches using the Kidz Love Soccer method which includes age-appropriate skill demonstrations, fun games, and instructional scrimmages conducted in a non-competitive, recreational format. Participants receive a KLS jersey. Shin guards are required by the second class meeting for all ages except Parent & Me Soccer.

2 - 3.5 yrs

3.5 - 4 yrs

Parent & Me Soccer

Tot Soccer

Introduce your toddler to the world’s most popular sport! As you

Enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! Encourages large

participate together in our fun age-appropriate activities, your child

motor skill development through fun soccer games and introduces

will be developing their large motor skills and socialization skills.

small children to the group setting. All participants receive a

The fun happens on the field, and in this class parents are a part of

soccer jersey. Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

the action! Each child receives a Kidz Love Soccer jersey.

Location : Sport Fields Heather Farm #2N Sports Field

Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #2N

Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer

Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-8/9

6/21-8/9 Thu 5:45pm-6:15pm $116/8

5332

6/21-8/9 Thu 6:25pm-7:00pm $116/8

5333

6/21-8/9 Thu 9:30am-10:00am $116/8

5329

6/25-8/13 Mon 9:00am-9:30am $116/8

5284

6/25-8/13 Mon

5307

6/25-8/13 Mon 5:15pm-5:45pm $116/8

5325

10:15am-10:45am $116/8

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl

10:10am-10:40am $116/8

5330

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl

Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/7-8/25 Sat 9:00am-9:30am $116/8

Thu

5336

Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/7-8/25 Sat

9:40am-10:10am $116/8

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Youth 5 - 6 yrs

Soccer 1: Techniques and Teamwork Learn dribbling, passing, defense, and shooting goals. Fun skill games are played at every session, and every participant will have a ball at his or her feet. Small-sided soccer matches will be introduced gradually. Perfect for first time players and fun and engaging for kids with some experience. All participants receive a soccer jersey. Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #2N Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-8/9 Thu 7:00pm-7:45pm $116/8

5335

6/25-8/13 Mon 4:30pm-5:15pm $116/8

5324

6/25-8/13 Mon 6:20pm-7:05pm $116/8

5327

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/7-8/25

Sat

10:45am-11:30am $116/8

5347

7 - 10 yrs

Soccer 2: Skillz and Scrimmages Have a great time while developing core soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting in a team play format. Each class will include

4 - 5 yrs

individual skill building and scrimmages to develop teamwork

Pre Soccer

and positional play. All levels welcome. All participants receive a soccer jersey. Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

Learn the basic techniques of the game while building selfesteem and learning to follow instructions in a nurturing teaching environment. Each participant receives a Kidz Love Soccer jersey.

Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

6/25-8/13 Mon 3:45pm-4:30pm $116/8

Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Thu

10:40am-11:15am $116/8

Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #2N

6/21-8/9

Location : Heather Farm Sports Field #2N

5331

6/21-8/9 Thu 6:25pm-7:00pm $116/8

5334

6/25-8/13 Mon 5:45pm-6:20pm $116/8

5326

6/25-8/13 Mon 9:30am-10:05am $116/8

5285

5313

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/7-8/25

Sat

11:30am-12:15pm $116/8

5355

KLS WEATHER WATCH: In case of rainouts or extreme heat, please Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl

call the KLS Field Hot-Line at 1-888-372-5803 ½ hour prior to your

Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer

class start time or download the free Kidz Love Soccer app for

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/7-8/25

Sat

10:10am-10:45am $116/8

5345

iPhone or Android to receive cancellation notifications directly on your phone. All rainouts will be made up at the regular class time during the week(s) following the end of the session. No credits will be issued if make-ups are offered. If we are unable to schedule a make-up, refunds will be issued.

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Youth 5 - 7 yrs

1 2 - 24 mos

Super Soccer Stars: Kick & Play

Super Soccer Stars: Ages 5-7

Kick & Play is a parent-child pre-soccer and movement program

The focal point at this age group is to improve your child’s

specifically designed for toddlers between 12 and 24 months.

elementary capacity through fun games, technical skill

Our experienced instructors along with our puppet friends, Mimi

development, and group activities like small-sided games to goals.

& Pepe, take you and your little one through a world of exciting

Every kindergarten-1st grade Super Soccer Stars class emphasizes

physical activity. Individual attention, positive reinforcement, and

spatial awareness and teammates, encouraging teamwork.

engaging original music help to develop pre-soccer skills that will

Repetitious ball skill activities are used to promote muscle memory

have your toddler learning to balance, run, kick and play—all while

and build confidence.

having a blast! Parent participation required.

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl

Instructor : Super Soccer Stars

Instructor : Super Soccer Stars

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/24-7/22 Sun

11:30am-12:30pm $98/5

5424

6/24-7/22 Sun 9:50am-10:30am $98/5

5377

7/29-8/26 Sun

11:30am-12:30pm $98/5

5425

7/29-8/26 Sun 9:50am-10:30am $98/5

5378 8 - 10 yrs

2 - 3 yrs

Super Soccer Stars: Ages 8-10

Super Soccer Stars: Ages 2-3

The focal point at this age group is to improve your child’s

Every 2-3 year old Super Soccer Stars class includes an

elementary capacity through fun games, technical skill

introduction to physical activities, rich language exposure, and

development, and group activities like small sided games to goals.

movements such as running, hopping, jumping, and changing

This Super Soccer Stars class emphasizes spatial awareness and

directions. The focal point at this age group is to improve your

teammates, encouraging teamwork. Repetitious ball skill activities

child’s natural development through our fun, physical learning

are used to promote muscle memory and build confidence. Basic

experience allowing your child to improve their natural ability.

tactical activities are also introduced at this age.

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl

Instructor : Super Soccer Stars

Instructor : Super Soccer Stars

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/24-7/22 Sun 9:00am-9:40am $98/5

5374

6/24-7/22 Sun 12:35pm-1:35pm $98/5

5426

7/29-8/26 Sun 9:00am-9:40am $98/5

5376

7/29-8/26

5430

Sun

12:35pm-1:35pm

$98/5

SUPER SOCCER WEATHER WATCH: In case of rain or extreme

3 - 5 yrs

Super Soccer Stars: Ages 3-5

heat, check the SSS twitter page at https://twitter.com/

The focal point at this age group is for your child to become

be made up at the regular class time during the week(s) following

comfortable with the ball by developing soccer skills such as

the end of the session. No credits will be offered if make-ups are

dribbling, shooting and the introduction of passing. Every class

offered. If we are unable to schedule a make-up, refunds will be

includes dynamic activities, which involve dribbling technique, and

issued.

SuperSoccerSF 1/2 hour prior to your class time. All rainouts will

moves to promote confidence with the ball. The primary focus for this age group is body movement with the ball and your child will be introduced to juggling and other skill building activities. The concepts of teammates and teamwork are also introduced.

Location : Arbolado Park Lower Bowl

Scholarships Available!

Instructor : Super Soccer Stars DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/24-7/22 Sun

10:40am-11:25am $98/5

5419

7/29-8/26

10:40am-11:25am $98/5

5423

Sun

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

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Community Arts Foundation

President’s Message By the time you read this, we will be getting ready to host our first “Donor Circle Thank You Event” in June. While each and every donor is important to our community, the individuals who make up the Donor Circle have given at the $250 to $5000 level for a total of over $25,000 this fiscal year for the Foundation Scholarship program. We also saw amazing Community Spirit during our February “Be at the Heart of Art” Campaign. 75 Community members participated to help raise over $2000.

Every bit of community support whether its $5 or $5000 dollars makes a difference for a member of our community who would otherwise not be able to participate in the arts. This year all donations received since early November made it possible for us to reach our $25,000 matching goal with the Quest Foundation Challenge Grant. That means every donation received was doubled! Thank you to the Quest Foundation for their continuing support.

From time to time we hear from scholarship recipients who share how the support of the community made a difference. Here is what a single mother said: “My son was exposed to something that I couldn’t give him because I’m a single mom with two kids, and I’m low income. He got really into dance. He would come home every day and say, “Mom, want to see what I learned today?”

On behalf of the Foundation Board, Center for Community Arts Staff and the Scholarship recipients, I thank you for your amazing support this year. Together we are making a difference for people in our community by providing “Arts for All”.

Glynnis E. Cowdery President

Please join us in welcoming our two newest Foundation Board members, Vanessa Klein and Sandra Jacobsen!

Community Arts Foundation Board Members Glynnis Cowdery, President; Doug Rowe, Vice-President; Yama Jamili, Treasurer; Linda VanderJagt, Secretary; Directors: Vanessa Klein, Sandra Jacobsen, Paola Meta, Rob Stankus, Michael Weiner

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2017 - 2018 DONOR CIRCLE MEMBERS* Founders Circle ($5000 or more) Quest Foundation Glynnis and John Cowdery Michael and Denise Weiner Designer Circle ($2000 to $3000) Michael Bodson Creative Circle ($1000 to $2000) Laura and Raymond Depole F & M Bank Karyn and Mike Kessler Mary Leigh Miller Ben and Constance Nie Doug Rowe Nancy Scott Sharon Simpson Cindy and Tom Silva Linda and David VanderJagt Walnut Creek Civic Pride Foundation Artist Circle ($500 to $1000) Carol and Ken Fowler Lynn Hoyle Natalie Inouye Ernie and Carole Leopold Stephen Raymond Maker Circle ($250 to $500) Fritz Brunner Rich and Sue Carlston Phyllis and Harvey Ceaser Jane and Roger Emanuel Loella and Ralph Haskew Brian Hirahara Gary and Jean Pokorny Olga Jane Rotermund Greg and Lorraine Souder Robert and Karen Stankus * This list is current as of 3/16/18. For an updated list or more information about Donor Circles, visit our website at www.CommArtsFoundation.org

Community Arts Foundation

Special Thanks Special thanks to all the generous community members listed below who helped support our February fundraising campaign “Be at the Heart of Art”. With your help, the Community Arts Foundation raised over $2,000 to help support scholarships for students of all ages!

Lindsay & Cole Mayer Jennifer McKay-Weber John & Alexandra McPeak Rakash & Kavya Mekala James & Allison Merriman Elizabeth & Cameron Metzger Amy & Alvin Mok Sylvia & Nathan Mott Sarah & Mark Naber Dustin Nagrampa & Stacy Zambrano Becky & Jordon Nunez Denise Pereira & Christopher Melton Michelle & Paolo Pignataro Marcus Pugh & Kathy Chin Iman Rahmatizadeh & Fatemeh Farajnezam Jennifer Randolph Arthur Remedios Tuhin Saha & Sonali Saha Poddar Jen & Scott Sauve Erin & Nishant Shailendra Carley & Adam Sheehy Allison & Matthew Slagle Karen & Rob Stankus Melissa & Paul Thormahlen Katie Towe & Doug Aspland Eric & Danielle Truax Linda & David VanderJagt Nicole Vasquez Raina Vyas & DavChan Patel Grace & Chuao Wang Jessica & Colin Willemsen Jenny & Vitor Xavier

Tifanny & Ibrahim Yauuz Janet Young & David Wei Priscilla Wiriahardja & Albert Lozano Juan Zuasti & Susana Martin Center for Community Arts Staff Brittany & Kevin Bacharach Alissa & Zak Belanger Emira & Jeff Brown Fritz Brunner Griselda Oliver Bucio & Brendan Byrd Bob & Carrie Buonaccorsi Michael & Megan Burstein Richard & Sue Carlston Gail Kuan-Yu Chen & Tony Tung-Yun Wu Mujtaba Chohan & Ayesha Arshad Precilla & Peter Clancy Glynnis & John Cowdery Kelly & Trevor Delong F& M Bank Katie & Adam Foster Sarah Guenter & James O’Sullivan Brian Gustafson & Elizaveta Vakhroucheva Katie & Shadi Haddad Michelle & Aaron Hale Kenzie & Jory Halperin Susie Hanson Kristie Hart Shannon & Andreas Heid

Steven & Melissa Hejtmanek Amy & Adam Hill Tamara & Frank Jimenez Maryam Khonsair & Masoud Heydari Maga Kisria Aita Koophai & Babak Geraminejad Amy & Eric Kyono Cassie & Patrick Lee Judy & Edward Lee Sarah & William Lee Yong Jae Lee & Yaewon Kang Jamie & Richard Lippincott Allison & Eric Lipman Ye Lu & Sidi Gu

We have made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of this list. If you discover an error please contact us at CAFoundation@walnut-creek.org www.CommunityArtsFoundation.org | (925)939-2787

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Youth camps

Preschool/School Age Camps AG ES 3 - 5

AG ES 4 - 6

Camp Tenderfoot

Camp Little Walnut

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 provides 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.

Summer at Camp Little Walnut is filled with fun, excitement and enthusiasm. Our age-appropriate games and activities build confidence and inspire independence on a daily basis. Little Walnuts will enjoy exploring their creativity while making new friends. Each week includes special themed activities and 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 while having a wonderful time. A camp T-shirt is included with each registration. Must be 4 years old at the start of the session.

Some field trips to the Lindsay Wildlife Museum, Walnut Creek Train Museum and Encore Gymnastics may be booked during the summer.

On these days, drop off and pick up location will be onsite at the field trips location. Dates to be determined.

Some field trips to the Lindsay Wildlife Museum, Walnut Creek Train Museum and Encore Gymnastics may be booked during the summer.

On these days, drop off and pick up location will be onsite at the field trip locations. Dates to be determined.

LOCATION Classroom, Clarke Swim Center in Heather Farm Park

LOCATION Back Patio, Heather Farm Community Center

Sessions are 2 weeks, Mon – Thur, Mon – Thur

Class 3678

9:30am-12:00pm

6/18-6/28

6/18-6/22

Class 3681

Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:30am

6/25-6/29

WEEK 3: OUT OF THIS WORLD (4 DAYS, $25 OFF)

SESSION 2: BUGS & BUTTERFLIES/Safari

(Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri), (Mon-Thu)

Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:30am

WEEK 2: PIRATES

SESSION 1: UNDER THE SEA

Class 4001

$119: 4 CLASSES, WEEK 3 (7/2-7/6)

WEEK 1: DIGGIN’ FOR DINOS

$195.00: 8 CLASSES

Class 3998

$144: 5 CLASSES

9:30am-12:00pm 7/2-7/12

Class 3978

Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:30am

7/2-7/6

NO CAMP 7/4

NO CAMP 7/4

CONTINUED >> SESSION 3: Fantasy and Heroes

Class 4002

9:30am-12:00pm

7/16-7/26

SESSION 4: OUT OF THIS WORLD

Class 4003

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Youth camps Preschool/School Age Camps continued WEEK 4: Local Heroes

Class 3982

Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:30am

7/9-7/13

WEEK 5: BUGS & BUTTERFLIES

Class 3985

Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:30am

7/16-7/20

WEEK 6: SAFARI

Class 3986

Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:30am

7/23-7/27

WEEK 7: UNDER THE SEA

Class 3987

Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:30am

7/30-8/3

WEEK 8: SPORTS

Class 3988

Mon-Fri 9:00am-11:30am

8/6-8/10

AG ES 5 -7

Afternoon Camp Clever Creek Camp Clever Creek uses Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in new and exciting ways so that your child can continue to learn and grow, while still engaged in a social camp atmosphere!

These Clever Creekers will enjoy exploring their creativity while making new friends. Each week includes special themed activities and adventures designed to delight kids and keep them excited to come back every afternoon. Each day our programming is planned in collaboration with local elementary school teachers, many of whom are counselors at our camps here in Walnut Creek! A camp t-shirt is included with each registration.

LOCATION Classroom, Clarke Swim Center in Heather Farm Park $144: 5 CLASSES

SESSION 1: CSI: CAMP SCENE INVESTIGATION

Class 4004

Mon-Fri 1:30pm-4:00pm

6/18-6/22

SESSION 2: JURASSIC CAMP

Class 4005

Mon-Fri 1:30pm-4:00pm

6/25-6/29

SESSION 3: BUSTINg MYTHS

Class 4006

Mon-Fri 1:30pm-4:00pm

7/9-7/13

SESSION 4: DEEP BLUE SEA

Class 4007

Mon-Fri 1:30pm-4:00pm

7/16-7/20

SESSION 5: BLAST OFF! INTO SPACE

Class 4008

Mon-Fri 1:30pm-4:00pm

7/23-7/27

SESSION 6: ABRACADABRA!

Class 4009

Mon-Fri 1:30pm-4:00pm

7/30-8/3

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Walnut Creek Day Camp SWIM LESSONS Not enough hours in the day to do all the activities

AG ES 6 - 1 2

Walnut Creek Day Camp Summer is the most memorable time of year for children. Kids will enjoy swimming, fresh air and sunshine in a safe and supportive environment. Crafts, games, swimming and other themed adventures promote individuality and creativity on a daily basis. Watch your child build relationships with other local children and find great role models in our trained staff. Campers spend mornings at their selected program, and at Heather Farm Park. Children enjoy all-day excursions on Thursdays-dates and location subject to change.

Regular and Extended Care children enjoy Swimming at Heather Farm pool on Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays. Each week features a themed special event on Tuesdays. Half Day Care children will get to enjoy the Field Trips on Thursdays. Pickup will be at the Regular Care time. A camp T-shirt is included with each registration. Must be 6 years old at the start of the session.

LOCATION Multi-Use Room, Bancroft Elementary School

2200 Parish Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 DROP OFF/PICK UP Campers are dropped off at Bancroft

Elementary School in the morning. They are transported to Heather Farm Park each afternoon. Pick-up is always at Heather Farm Park.

PAYMENT PLANS:

Payment plans available for campers registered in three or more full-day camp sessions. Half-day sessions or swim lessons not eligible for payment plans.

NEW: SCHOLARSHIPS FOR RESIDENTS AND NON-RESIDENTS AVAILABLE .

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you want to do with your camper this summer? Add swim lessons to your day camper’s experience. Do you have a novice swimmer looking to gain knowledge in water safety and proper swimming strokes or an experienced swimmer looking for stroke refinement and endurance training? Let our experienced Walnut Creek Aquatics Swim Instructors take your child’s swimming experience to the next level. Camp counselors will accompany swim lesson participants to Clarke Swim Center 3 days a week after lunch. Campers will enjoy a 30 minute group swim lesson before the afternoon of recreational swimming.

Fees

Regular Care $353/session 9:00am-4:30pm Extended Care $388/session 7:00am-6:00pm Half Day Care $175/session 9:00am-1:00pm Swim Lesson Add-On $32/session (3 lessons)

12:25pm-12:55pm

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 Some Field Trips may not allow outside food into their facilities. On these days, you are expected to provide your child with money for lunch. Amount varies depending on the facility, and will be detailed in Weekly Flyers.

Youth camps Walnut Creek Day Camp continued Week 1 – Wacky Week

Trip: Special Event: Class 4116 Class 4115 Class 4117 Class 4262

Boomers & a Movie Wacky Sports Day Extended Care Regular Care Half day Swim Lessons Add-on

Week 2 – Super Hero Week

Trip: Special Event: Class 4119 Class 4120 Class 4121 Class 4263

6/18-6/22

Trip: Special Event: Class 4134 Class 4135 Class 4136 Class 4268 6/25-6/29

Discovery Kingdom Carnival Extended Care Regular Care Half day Swim Lessons Add-on

Week 3 – Decades Week

Week 7 – Safari & Nature Week

Trip: Special Event: Class 4137 Class 4138 Class 4139 Class 4269

Trip: Special Event: Class 4125 Class 4126 Class 4127 Class 4265

AG ES 6 - 1 3

7/9-7/13

California Academy of Sciences The Mystery of Heather Farm Park Extended Care Regular Care Half day Swim Lessons Add-on

Week 5 – Under the Sea Week

8/6-8/10

Discovery Kingdom STEAM-based Activities Extended Care Regular Care Half day Swim Lessons Add-on

7/2 -7/6

Jelly Belly Factory and Scandia Sock hop Extended Care Regular Care Half day Swim Lessons Add-on (pro-rated for short week)

Week 4 – Space Cowboys Week

Oakland Zoo Camp Scavenger Hunt Extended Care Regular Care Half day Swim Lessons Add-on

Week 8 – STEaM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Week

NO CLASS 7/4 **$25.00 off for 4-day week

Trip: Special Event: Class 4122 Class 4123 Class 4124 Class 4264

7/30-8/3

Week 9 - Bowling Camp

8/13-8/17

With Walnut Creek Sports Camp Trip: Rockin’ Jump & a Movie Special Event: Sports Day & Games2U Class 4193 Extended Care Class 4194 Regular Care Class 4195 Half day

7/16-7/20

Trip: Waterworld Special Event: Undersea Olympics® Class 4128 Extended Care Class 4129 Regular Care Class 4130 Half day Class 4266 Swim Lessons Add-on Week 6 – Fantasy Week

Trip: Special Event: Class 4131 Class 4132 Class 4133 Class 4267

7/23-7/27

Great America Messy, Sloppy, Fun Day Extended Care Regular Care Half day Swim Lessons Add-on

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Walnut Creek Sports Day Camp AG ES 8 - 1 3

Walnut Creek Sports Day Camp We are offering a fully staffed and supervised recreational 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 selfdiscipline. Focus is also on having fun and enjoyment of the sport.

Regular and Extended Care children enjoy swimming at Heather Farm pool on Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays. Each week features a themed special event on Tuesdays. Half Day Care children will get to enjoy the Field Trips on Thursdays. Pickup will be at the Regular Care time. A camp T-shirt is included with each registration. Must be 8 years old at the start of the session.

Fees

Regular Care

$353/session

9:00am-4:30pm Extended Care $388/session

7:00am-6:00pm Half Day Care $175/session

9:00am-1:00pm

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 Some Field Trips may not allow outside food into their facilities. On these days, you are expected to provide your child with money for lunch. Amount varies depending on the facility, and will be detailed in Weekly Flyers.

LOCATION Foothill Community Gymnasium 2775 Cedro Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 DROP OFF/PICK UP Campers are dropped off at Foothill Community

Gymnasium in the morning. They are transported to Heather Farm Park each afternoon. Pick up is always at Heather Farm Park.

PAYMENT PLANS:

Payment plans available for campers registered in three or more full-day camp sessions. Half-day sessions or swim lessons not eligible for payment plans.

NEW: SCHOLARSHIPS FOR RESIDENTS AND NON-RESIDENTS AVAILABLE

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Youth camps Walnut Creek Sports Day Camp continued Week 1

6/18-6/22

Week 4

Trip: Special Event: Class 4140 Class 4141 Class 4142 Class 4144 Class 4148 Class 4146

Boomers & a Movie Wacky Sports Day Tennis Extended Tennis Regular Tennis Half Day Golf Extended Golf Regular Golf Half Day

Trip: California Academy of Sciences Special Event: The Mystery of Heather Farm Park Class 4162 Soccer Extended Class 4163 Soccer Regular Class 4164 Soccer Half Day Class 4165 Multisport Extended Class 4166 Multisport Regular Class 4167 Multisport Half Day

Week 2

6/25-6/29

Trip: Special Event: Class 4149 Class 4151 Class 4152 Class 4153 Class 4154 Class 4155

Discovery Kingdom Carnival Basketball Extended Basketball Regular Basketball Half Day Multisport Extended Multisport Regular Multisport Half Day

Week 3

7/2-7/6

7/9-7/13

Week 7

Week 8 Week 5

7/16-7/20

Class 4186 Golf Extended Class 4187 Golf Regular Class 4188 Golf Half Day Class 4190 Multisport Extended Class 4191 Multisport Regular Class 4192 Multisport Half Day

Week 6

7/23-7/27

Trip: Special Event: Class 4156 Class 4157 Class 4158 Class 4159 Class 4160 Class 4161

Trip: Great America Special Event: Messy, Sloppy, Fun Activities Class 4174 Volleyball Extended Class 4175 Volleyball Regular Class 4176 Volleyball Half Day Class 4177 Multisport Extended Class 4178 Multisport Regular Class 4179 Multisport Half Day

Sports Camp Descriptions BASEBALL - Come out and play with the boys and girls of summer!

Flash some leather and go yard with our fun combination of baseball instruction and games.

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.

VOLLEYBALL - Spike and digs get you jumping and diving in this fun and energetic sport. Through fun skill-building and games, 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 for experienced tennis players.

8/6-8/10

Trip: Discovery Kingdom Special Event: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math)-based activities

Wed. Trip: Waterworld Special Event: Under the Sea Olympics Class 4168 Baseball Extended Class 4169 Baseball Regular Class 4170 Baseball Half Day Class 4171 Tennis Extended Class 4172 Tennis Regular Class 4173 Tennis Half Day

NO CAMP 7/4 **$25.00 off for 4-day week

Jelly Belly and Scandia Sock Hop Flag Football Extended Flag Football Regular Flag Football Half Day Volleyball Extended Volleyball Regular Volleyball Half Day

7/30-8/3

Trip: Oakland Zoo Special Event: Camp Scavenger Hunt Class 4180 Soccer Extended Class 4181 Soccer Regular Class 4182 Soccer Half Day Class 4183 Basketball Extended Class 4184 Basketball Regular Class 4185 Basketball Half Day

Week 9

8/13-8/17

Trip: Special Event: Class 4193 Class 4194 Class 4195

Rockin’ Jump & a Movie Sports Day & Games2U Bowling Extended Bowling Regular Bowling Half Day

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

golf. From the beginner to the kid who drives the ball in the 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 range and greens.

FLAG FOOTBALL - Take it to the house! In this fun and recreational, non-contact version of football the skill development and games will allow kids the opportunity to explore football.

SOCCER - The beautiful game has never looked better than through the fun and challenging skill development and games that will assist the experienced player to improve, as well as teach the basics and fundamentals to the kid who is not familiar with the game of soccer.

MULTISPORT - 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 actionpacked week of multi-sport.

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Junior Recreation Leader

AG ES 1 3 - 1 5

Junior Recreation Leader Teens 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.

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

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$235

NO CAMP 7/4 CAMP TENDERFOOT AT HEATHER FARM

Session 1 Session 2

Mon-Thu 9:00am-12:30pm Mon-Thu 9:00am-12:30pm

6/25-7/13 7/16-8/3

CAMP LITTLE WALNUT AT HEATHER FARM

Session 1 Session 2

Mon-Fri 8:30am-12:00pm Mon-Fri 8:30am-12:00pm

6/25-7/13 7/16-8/3

CAMP CLEVER CREEK AT HEATHER FARM

Session 2 only Mon-Fri 1:30pm-4:00pm

7/16-8/3

DAY CAMP AT BANCROFT ELEMENTARY

Session 1 Session 2

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

6/25-7/13 7/16-8/3

A G E 1 5 O N LY SPORTS CAMP AT FOOTHILL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Session 1 Session 2

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

6/25-7/13 7/16-8/3

Youth camps

Specialized Recreation Specialized Recreation Summer Camp Week 4

A ges 5 - 2 1

$260: 4 classes

Specialized Recreation Summer Camp

Class 4282

This summer camp is carefully designed for children, teens and young adults who have special needs. Our professionally trained staff creates a loving and nurturing environment. Emphasis is placed on social interaction, recreational and educational activities and community involvement. Campers experience a fun-filled day camp with crafts, games, nature study, music, sports, drama and swimming.

Activities for teens and young adults help to develop independent living skills such as shopping, cooking, social skills and environmental education.

SERVICES OF A PERSONAL NATURE : The Camp does not provide

assistance in eating and toileting. Due to the format of the camp we are unable to provide 1-to-1 care. If camper is bringing an aide, please call 925-943-5852. All aides must be registered and fingerprinted.

An emergency form is required for all participants and must be on file prior to the start of event.

LOCATION Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center Specialized Recreation Summer Camp Week 1 $234: 4 classes

Class 4277

6/25-6/28

$177: 3 classes

Mon-Tue, Thu

7/16-7/19

Specialized Recreation Summer Camp Week 5 $260: 4 classes

Class 4283

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

7/23-7/26

Specialized Recreation Summer Camp Week 6 $260: 4 classes

Class 4284

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

7/30-8/2

Specialized Recreation Summer Camp Week 7 $260: 4 classes

Class 4285

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

8/6-8/9

Special Trips Oakland Zoo $70

Class 4287

Fri

9:00am-3:00pm

7/6

9:00am-3:00pm

7/20

9:00am-3:00pm

8/3

Cardboard Boat Races $60

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

Specialized Recreation Summer Camp Week 2

Class 4278

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

9:00am-3:00pm

7/2-7/5

Class 4289

Fri

Kayaking at Sausalito $95

Class 4294

Fri

Specialized Recreation Summer Camp Week 3 ALL NEW:

$260: 4 classes

Class 4281

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

7/9-7/12

Spec Rec campers please contact your client services manager at Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) to qualify for out-of- home respite. Scholarships for residents and non-residents are also available through Walnut Creek Recreation.

Call (925) 943-5858 for more information.

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Camp Community Arts AG ES 5 - 1 4

SUMMER CAMP DATES AND LOCATIONS

Camp Community Arts

Camp 1 June 18 - June 29

Walnut Creek Intermediate

Camp 2 July 2 - July 13*

Walnut Creek Intermediate

Infuse your child’s summer with arts! Camp Community Arts offers four, two-week camps that include half day and full day options for students ages 5-14. Morning Care & Afternoon Care are also available for all four camps for an extra fee.

Camp 3 July 16 - July 27

Walnut Creek Intermediate

Camp 4 July 30 - August 10

Center for Community Arts

Campers will take classes in a range of mediums including music, visual, performance, and digital arts. Your child will choose a track to focus on, while also trying other art forms. You may start your day in a music class, spend the afternoon painting, and end your day dancing to drums! All of our Camp Community Arts teachers will be working artists who will give you lots of new arts techniques and time to further your arts journey.

Full day campers will also participate in recreation activities including swimming at Clarke Swim Center, an arts or outdoors field trip, and joining an afternoon with Walnut Creek Day Camps. All camps will end with an Open House that parents are encouraged to attend.

For additional information please visit our website www.communityarts.org/camps.

Center for Community Arts administrative office is located at 111 N. Wiget Lane in Walnut Creek, CA. Fees*

Morning Care

7:30am-9:00am $80

Half Day camp

9:00am-12:30pm $341

Full Day camp

9:00am-4:00pm $680

After Care

4:00pm-6:00pm $106

*Camp 2 is only 9 days. Morning Care $72; After Care $95.

Before 4/2 Half Day $280; Full Day $556. After 4/2 Half Day $307; Full Day $612.

Scholarships : Camp Community Arts is for everyone! Incomebased financial aid is available for community members of all ages in partnership with Community Arts Foundation. Please call (925) 9435846 or visit www.communityarts.org for more information.

Payment Plans : For balances over $1000 we offer an option for

25% down and the balance due 7 days before the camp begins.

Please call 925-943-5846 to take advantage of this plan.

For more detailed information about each track please check the Center for Community Arts Website at http://www.communityarts.org/camps

Please make sure to fill out your Waiver & Release and Rules of Conduct forms (a link to the forms will be in the confirmation text of the email receipt). These forms can also be found on our website www.communityarts.org under Camp Community Arts.

Please check www.communityarts.org/camps for information about camp arts offerings.

Classes are subject to change based on enrollment.

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Morning Care

After Care

Camp 1: 6/18-6/29 Camp 2: 7/2-7/13 (no camp 7/4) Camp 3: 7/16-7/27 Camp 4: 7/30-8/10

3623 3698 3700 3702

3624 3699 3701 3703

A G E S 5 – 7 ( K inde r ga r ten – 2 nd G r ade ) Camp 1: 6/18-6/29

Half-day

Full-day

A: Performance Art B: Visual Art C: Mixed Art

3625 3627 3629

3626 3628 3630

Camp 2: 7/2-7/13 (no camp 7/4)

Half-day

Full-day

A: Performance Art B: Visual Art C: Mixed Art

3704 3706 3708

3705 3707 3709

Camp 3: 7/16-7/27

Half-day

Full-day

A: Performance Art B: Visual Art

3722 3724

3723 3725

Camp 4: 7/30 – 8/10

At Camp 4, campers will participate in an assortment of arts classes throughout their camp experience.

Half-day

Full-day

All Campers

3740

3741

A G E S 8 - 1 0 ( 3 r d – 5 th G r ade ) Camp 1: 6/18-6/29

Half-day

Full-day

A: Performance Art B: Visual Art C: Mixed Art

3631 3634 3636

3633 3635 3637

Camp 2: 7/2-7/13 (no camp 7/4)

Half-day

Full-day

A: Performance Art B: Visual Art C: Mixed Art

3710 3712 3714

3711 3713 3715

Camp 3: 7/16-7/27

Half-day

Full-day

Visual Art Performance Art

3728 3730

3729 3731

Camp 4: 7/30-8/10

At Camp 4, campers will participate in an assortment of arts classes throughout their camp experience.

Half-day

Full-day

All Campers

3742

3743

A G E S 1 1 - 1 4 ( 6 th – 8 th G r ade ) Camp 1: 6/18-6/29

Half-day

Full-day

A: Performance Art B: Visual Art C: Mixed Art

3638 3640 3642

3639 3641 3643

Camp 2: 7/2-7/13 (no camp 7/4)

Half-day

Full-day

A: Performance Art B: Visual Art C: Mixed Art

3716 3718 3720

3717 3719 3721

Camp 3: 7/16-7/27

Half-day

Full-day

Mixed Art

3738

3739

Camp 4: 7/30-8/10

At Camp 4, campers will participate in an assortment of arts classes throughout their camp experience.

Half-day

Full-day

All Campers

3744

3745

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Dance 9 - 19 yrs

Summer Dance Intensive Advanced This 3-week dance intensive features world-class teachers from Diablo Ballet and is directed by Professional Training Program Director Rebecca Berke. Designed for students with at least one year ballet experience. Classes include ballet technique, pointe (if applicable), repertoire, character dance, modern, jazz, and floor barre and will culminate in a performance on 7/27 at 7:30 pm at the Shadelands Art Center. For audition info please email: Rebecca@diabloballet.org. Space is limited.

Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio Instructors : Professional Training Program Staff

$706 before 5/5

$748 after 5/5

DATES DAY TIME

Sessions

CR#

Intermediate 7/9-7/27

Mon,Fri 10:00am-3:30pm

15

4506

Advanced 7/9-7/27

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

15

4533

Food & Cooking AG ES 6 - 1 2

AG ES 6 - 9

Cooking Round the World: An International Adventure!

What’s Cooking, Kids?

Cooking Round the World is the intersection where culinary arts meet cultural education. Campers cook, taste, smell and savor foods from a different country every day, and we cook and eat up to 6 dishes from that country! Camp activities include language development, playing an international children’s game, a daily cooking demonstration, beautiful slide shows, international folktales, trivia games, an afternoon run around, and a rousing competition based on the TV show “Chopped”; kids are the chefs and the staff guide the process! Fun and so full of yum! $100 supply fee due at first class.

Put on your apron and roll up your sleeves to find out What’s Cooking! Students learn how to create delicious finger foods and easy-as-pie dishes that they will enjoy making and EATING! Learn how to properly measure; using gallons, cups, half-cups, teaspoons and tablespoons, along with other measuring tools. Basic instruction on reading a recipe will also be covered. Each participant will be loaned an apron, given a chef’s hat, photos and recipes from the week to create a memory book. $20 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Josephine Evonc DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

Location : Lakeside Room, Heather Farm Community Center

6/18-6/22 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $228/5

3674

Instructor : Cooking Round the World

6/18-6/22 Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

3676

DATES

DAY

7/2-7/6

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:00pm

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

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Personal Enrichment 4 - 7 yrs

French Art and Culture: Learn French With Matisse ‘French Art and Culture’ is an art camp that introduces campers to the French language and culture in a fun artistic manner. While creating their own Matisse inspired collages, portraits, landscapes and still lifes, the campers will learn the names of shapes, colors, numbers and some basic French conversation skills. We will dance, sing and listen to classic French stories and songs. Our daily adventure ends with a Pique-Nique savoring a French snack. $15 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Ghenwa Serhan DATES

DAY

6/18-6/22

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

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

7/30-8/3

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $243/5

$243/5

4143 4145

5 - 10 yrs

C’est Quoi L’Art? What is Art French Camp ‘C’est Quoi l’art?’ camp inspires kids to learn about various forms of art and help them develop creative expression in a fun and educational environment. Areas covered include the color theory and mixing, composition, and different styles of art. Each day offers a unique set of activities such as fine art projects inspired by Famous French artists like Cezanne, Monet, Degas and Matisse as well as basic French conversation skills. $15 supply fee due at first class.

5 - 12 yrs

Kids’ Carpentry Camp Lifetime carpentry skills such as problem-solving, measuring and applied mathematics are taught in a fun, supportive atmosphere.

The safe use of woodworking hand tools is emphasized while boys and girls, Kindergarten -entering 7th grade, work together on boats, bird feeders, doll furniture, games, clocks and more.

Tools and wood are provided. Program may be taken year-round with different projects offered each session. Participants must be at least entering kindergarten in the fall. Our motto is: Building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and happy environment. $40.00 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Director Michael Glass and wife, Jeab

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

DATES

Instructor : Ghenwa Serhan

6/11-6/14 Mon-Thu 9:30am-11:00am

DATES

DAY

TIME

6/18-6/22 Mon-Fri 2:00pm-4:00pm

Fee/Sessions CR#

$121/4

4199

6/11-6/14 Mon-Thu 11:00am-12:30pm $121/4

4200

$203/5

6/11-6/14 Mon-Thu 12:30pm-2:00pm

4201

4147

$121/4

Mon-Fri 9:30am-11:00am $121/4

4202

No Class : 7/4

9 - 12 yrs

7/2-7/6

Creative Writing

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Lekha Writing Center DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $211/4

No class : 7/4

Mon-Fri 11:00am-12:30pm $121/4

4203

No Class : 7/4

Students will learn Lekha’s time-tested methods to overcome writer’s block while writing short stories, poems, and short skits. Students will be introduced to a variety of fiction and non-fiction genres. They will progress into genre writing and learn how each genre has its own set of particular rules that drive character creation, setting, and plot.

7/2-7/6

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

7/2-7/6

DATES

DAY

4227

7/2-7/6

Mon-Fri 12:30pm-2:00pm $121/4

4204

No Class : 7/4

$121/4

4205

7/23-7/26 Mon-Thu 11:00am-12:30pm $121/4

7/23-7/26 Mon-Thu 9:30am-11:00am

4206

7/23-7/26 Mon-Thu 12:30pm-2:00pm

$121/4

4207

8/13-8/16 Mon-Thu 9:30am-11:00am

$121/4

4208

8/13-8/16 Mon-Thu 11:00am-12:30pm $121/4

4209

8/13-8/16 Mon-Thu 12:30pm-2:00pm

4210

$121/4

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eye contact, good posture, volume and expressions. They become confident speakers and creative thinkers!

Chess Camp

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

This camp is a great opportunity to learn how to play chess or to continue chess education. Camp includes chess instruction, tournament games, as well as outdoor activities. All equipment is provided. Lessons are presented in an easy-to-follow way and are offered to all levels: beginners, intermediate, and advanced. All participants will receive trophies at the end of camp.

Instructor : Gurus Education

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

Keys to becoming a Successful Presenter: Public Speaking & Debate

Instructor : Pacific Chess Academy DATES

DAY

7/9-7/13

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

TIME

$218/5

Fee/Sessions CR#

4198

7/30-8/3

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

$218/5

4197

6 - 9 yrs

Teaching Life Skills: Public Speaking with Confidence Bring out confidence in your children! This camp is filled with fun activities teaching young children life-long skills. Within the fun milieu of (don’t) show and tell, storytelling, poems, games, tongue twister challenges, the goal is for your child to start developing more confidence and skills in expressing themselves to a group. They begin to understand the concepts and importance of maintaining

DATES

DAY

7/9-7/13

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $228/5

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

4212

9 - 14 yrs

Confidence breeds success! Bring out the talent in your children with this camp filled with activities and presentations. Whether it’s academics, music or sports, people who have confidence become successful. “It is as important to be convincing as it is to be right.”.

Students learn to present speeches, using emotions, and connect with the audience fluently by doing campaign speeches, tongue twisters, debates, and town hall presentations on thought-provoking and interesting topics! They become confident speakers and creative thinkers.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Gurus Education DATES

DAY

TIME

7/9-7/13

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

Fee/Sessions CR#

$228/5

4213

Science, Technology, Engineering & Math 6 - 9 yrs

6 - 12 yrs

My First Video Game!

Younger Game Developers work with an in-class partner to design and build their own 2D “bouncy ball” computer game. Using Clickteam Fusion 2.5 and PC computers, basic design and coding techniques are introduced and students will complete fun activities like creating characters and making them bounce around the game screen!

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Freshimedia DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/25-6/29 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $223/5

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Fun with Programming: Games and Animation with JavaScript Have fun learning how to write computer programs! We will explore writing code to create dynamic, animated digital art and web pages with images, shapes, sounds, and text. Students will learn the fundamentals of computer programming using the very popular language, JavaScript, and will be able to immediately see the results of their code. All equipment provided. No prerequisites required.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Fun with Academics DATES

DAY

7/30-8/3

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $298/5

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

4214

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Fun with Programming: Hacking Minecraft with Python Write code to have Minecraft do fun and useful things, such as building structures in a snap or teleporting to different places.

Program interactive interfaces allowing a user to do powerful and magical things with just a keystroke. Students will learn the fundamentals of computer programming using Python, and will be able to immediately see the results of their code. All equipment provided. No prerequisites required.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Fun with Academics DATES

DAY

TIME

7/30-8/3

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

Fee/Sessions CR#

$298/5

4215

6 - 12 yrs

Coding for Kids

10 - 13 yrs

We at sv4uKids introduce technology concepts and strive to build love for the programming language. We believe technology education expands creativity and emphasizes logical reasoning. We create a strong foundation and help the kids practice making coding easy for them. We hope to create young data scientists by the end of completion of each course. $35 supply fee due at class.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Silicon Valley 4 U DATES

DAY

TIME

7/2-7/6

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

Introduction to Computer Animation Working with PC computers, participants learn skills that help with computer drawing, character creation and movement and character interaction. In small groups or with a partner, students focus on learning introductory computer animation techniques and create original characters and short animated sequences!

Fee/Sessions CR#

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

$242/4

Instructor : Freshimedia

4279

No class : 7/4

DATES

DAY

TIME

7/16-7/20 Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

Fee/Sessions CR#

$223/5

4235

10 - 13 yrs 10 - 13 yrs

Intermediate Video Game Design: Platform Games Working with an in-class partner and PC computers, students will use Clickteam Fusion 2.5 to create a unique platform game! Give your characters gravity and create bad guys to challenge you through your game. Working with design, animation and programming tools, students will create a fun and engaging platform adventure!

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Freshimedia DATES

DAY

TIME

Beginning Video Game Coding and Design In this course, students will work on a PC computer, with a friend or inclass partner to learn the basics of video game design. Working with Clickteam Fusion 2.5, you’ll learn the conditional coding necessary to make your video game creations work. Students will create characters, game environments and more!

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center

Fee/Sessions CR#

7/16-7/20 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $223/5

4238

Instructor : Freshimedia DATES

DAY

TIME

6/25-6/29 Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

Fee/Sessions CR#

$223/5

4234

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Robotics using the LEGO® WeDo® System 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.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Play-Well Teknologies DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/25-6/29 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $257/5

7 - 10 yrs

5 - 6 yrs

Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO® Materials

Intro to STEM with LEGO® Materials Give your imagination a boost with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as: Cities, Garbage Trucks, Catamarans, and Dinosaurs. Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment.

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

DAY

TIME

The Force Awakens in this advanced engineering course for young Jedi! Discover key engineering concepts such as gear trains, worm drives, pneumatics, and eccentric motion. Build projects from LEGO® materials such as X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers, Cloud Cities, Settlements, Fortresses, and other complex machines and structures from a galaxy far, far away.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

Instructor : Play-Well Teknologies DATES

4239

Instructor : Play-Well Teknologies Fee/Sessions CR#

7/23-7/27 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $221/5

4241

DATES

DAY

8/6-8/10

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

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

$221/5

4243

7 - 10 yrs

5 - 6 yrs

Jedi Engineering with LEGO® Materials

STEM Challenge with LEGO® Materials

The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi! Explore engineering principles by designing and building projects using LEGO® materials such as X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets, and Settlements from a galaxy far, far away. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire!

Gear up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as: Forklifts, Houseboats, Mini Golf Courses, and the London Tower Bridge Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. There are no prerequisites for this course.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

Instructor : Play-Well Teknologies DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

8/6-8/10

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $221/5

4270

Instructor : Play-Well Teknologies DATES

DAY

TIME

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Youth camps Science, Technology, Engineering & Math continued 9 - 14 yrs

Robotics using the LEGO® EV3 System 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.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Play-Well Teknologies DATES

DAY

TIME

6/25-6/29 Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

Fee/Sessions CR#

$257/5

4240

6 - 12 yrs

ALOHA Mind Math

5 - 11 yrs

Kids find learning math on the abacus fun! Your child will learn to do math on the abacus and practice mental math techniques. Watch your child be inspired to develop confidence and agility in math. This hands-on , engaging class will broaden your child’s understanding of math as they realize they can be math rock stars. Board games and other fun activities round out this camp experience. Abacus and workbook included.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

DAY

TIME

Discover the fascinating science of the human body with Little Medical School! Through hands-on crafts, games and role playing, participants will learn in a fun and unique way! From broken bones, to stitches, there’s something for every future healthcare provider and science lover. Each student will receive a working stethoscope and a variety of projects and tools. $25 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

Instructor : Hali Hausmann DATES

Little Medical School

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/11-6/15 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $248/5

4150

Instructor : Little Med School DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

7/16-7/20 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $253/5

4222

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Hali Hausmann TIME

5 - 11 yrs

DATES

DAY

Fee/Sessions CR#

7/9-7/13

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $248/5

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

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Little Veterinarian School Join Little Veterinarian School for interactive role playing, crafts and games to learn about dog care and veterinary science! STEM concepts are introduced in a fun way, inspiring future veterinarians and animal lovers. Topics include basic veterinary care, tick removal, understanding dog behavior, and more! Each participant will receive a stuffed animal puppy. $25 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Little Med School DATES

DAY

TIME

7/16-7/20 Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

Fee/Sessions CR#

$253/5

4223

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Youth camps Science, Technology, Engineering & Math continued 6 - 12 yrs

7 - 12 yrs

Science Beginnings: Physics Fun, Chemistry Fizz

Science Beginnings-Careers Explorations in STEM

This camp explores important scientific concepts through fun and stimulating experiments. Students take home projects and detailed worksheets. Learn Boyle’s law of air pressure with a potato gun launcher. Make elephant toothpaste and learn about catalysts. Dive into buoyancy and density. Find out the ‘magic’ in levitation. Explore the fizz in dry ice, get familiar with Newton’s laws and conduct many more experiments. $10 supply fee due at first class.

Every day of the camp explores different concepts of physics in imaginative inquiry. Build structures and bridges with K’nex as campers understand structural design. Make simple machines such as wheels, axles, pulleys, and inclined planes. Fun team building activities in math and geometry with 2D and 3D shapes. In addition, explore the career of astronauts, geologists, architects, and paleontologists. Make a rover with K’nex, examine rocks, geodes, build fossils, explore polyhedrons, architecture, and geometry! $10 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Science Beginnings DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

8/6-8/10

Mon-Fri 9:30am-12:30pm $223/5

4220

Location : Club Room, Heather Farm Community Center Instructor : Science Beginnings DATES

DAY

8/6-8/10

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

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

$228/5

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Engineering For Kids Camps We put the excitement in S.T.E.M. education by offering age appropriate, inquiry based, hand-on learning for children through FUN activities.

We offer the most comprehensive Engineering Enrichment Program! We offer morning, afternoon or all-day options. Sign up for all day and save over $50! Limited space at discounted rate!

8 - 12 yrs

8 - 12 yrs

3D Printing: Minecraft Creations 3D printing and Minecraft both represent boundless opportunity for creating even our wildest of ideas! In 3D Printing: Minecraft Creations, students will explore the basic concepts of 3D printing and computer-aided design, or CAD, to bring their most awesome Minecraft creation to life! Students will take their Minecraft design out of the world of Minecraft and learn how to extrude it into a 3D model that can then be modified to be printed in 3D. $40 Supply fee due at first class.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Engineering for Kids DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/18-6/22 Mon-Fri 9:30am-12:30pm $256/5

4288

Minecraft Edu: Virtual Traveling into the Future Using a laptop and through application of engineering principles, students solve numerous challenges as they make their virtual world of Minecraft a safe place for humanity once again. Join us in an apocalyptic future, one where the earth has been ravaged by a series of natural disasters. Each day students rely on the engineering design process to solve a series of challenges such as building a city on a series of islands, escaping from a bunker on Mt. Everest, and even building a rocket to land on the moon! $30 Supply fee due at first class.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Engineering for Kids DATES

DAY

TIME

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Fee/Sessions CR#

$256/5

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Youth camps Engineering For Kids Camps continued

8 - 12 yrs

8 - 12 yrs

3D Printing: Minecraft Creations & Minecraft Edu: Virtual Traveling into the Future Save over $50 and attend camp all day! Lunch is supervised, campers bring their own lunch. $70 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Tice Valley Gymnasium Tice Classroom Instructor : Engineering for Kids

LEGO® Robotics: Robot Surgeons During the LEGO® Robot Surgeons camp, students work in pairs using laptops and Legos to design and program robots to function as medical robots by accomplishing a task that would cure a disease or address an issue within a human organ. $30 Supply fee due at first class.

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/18-6/22

Mon-Fri

9:30am-4:00pm

$456/5

4290

Instructor : Engineering for Kids DATES

DAY

TIME

8/13-8/17

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

Fee/Sessions CR#

$256/5

4292

8 - 12 yrs

Electronic Game Design: Racing Games During the Electronic Game Design Racing classes, students will create their own video game. Students design a racetrack, race cars and an environment in which their cars compete. At the end of the class, students take home a copy of the game they create. (not compatible with Mac or Linux). 30 supply fee due at first class.

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

8/13-8/17 Mon-Fri 9:30am-12:30pm $256/5

Save over $50 and attend camp all day! Lunch is supervised, campers bring their own lunch. $60 supply fee due at first class.

Instructor : Engineering for Kids

Instructor : Engineering for Kids DAY

Electronic Game Design: Racing Games & LEGO® Robotics: Robot Surgeons Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

Location : Classroom, Tice Valley Gymnasium

DATES

8 - 12 yrs

4291

DATES

DAY

TIME

8/13-8/17 Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:00pm

Fee/Sessions CR#

$456/5

4293

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Youth camps

Tennis LITTLE TENNIS

AGES 4-6

$220R/$242NR — 5 Classes

AG ES 4 - 1 5

Tennis Camps 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 experience for younger players. Several short breaks are taken so that students can regain energy (bring a snack) and cool down (bring water). Little Tennis students will learn to recognize, demonstrate and successfully hit the forehand, backhand and serve. They will learn parts of the racket, court, and improve coordination and motor skills (i.e. balancing, overhand throwing, catching, and shuffling). Little Rallyers will work to improve their full court abilities through a series of drills and games. Players should bring a snack, water, and spray sunscreen.

IMPROVEMENT & JUNIOR TEAM CAMPS (8:1 ratio)

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

The instructor(s) will help players with scoring, rules and match strategy. Players should bring a snack, water, and spray sunscreen.

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

(Ages 8-15) Students will enjoy a morning of tennis camp then head to the aquatic center where they will enjoy an afternoon of recreational non-instructional swimming. Students should bring a swim suit, towel, spray sunscreen, and lunch on Monday-Thursday.

Pizza will be provided on Fridays.

*$176R/$194NR — 4 Classes (July 4 wk)

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

6/4-6/8

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

6/11-6/15

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

6/18-6/22

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

6/25-6/29

Little Tennis

M, T, Th, F

*7/2,7/3,7/5,7/6

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

7/9-7/13

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

7/16-7/20

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

7/23-7/27

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

7/30-8/3

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri 9:00-11:00am

8/6-8/10

Little Tennis

Mon-Fri

8/13-8/17

9:00-11:00am

9:00-11:00am

IMPROVEMENT & JUNIOR TEAM CAMPS $225R/$248NR — 5 Classes

Camp

Days

AGES 7-15

*$180R/$198NR — 4 Classes (July 4 wk)

AM Session

PM Session

Dates

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

6/4-6/8

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

6/11-6/15

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

6/18-6/22

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

6/25-6/29

Imp/Jr Team

M, T, Th, F

9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

*7/2,7/3,7/5,7/6

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

7/9-7/13

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

7/16-7/20

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

7/23-7/27

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

7/30-8/3

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

8/6-8/10

Imp/Jr Team

Mon-Fri 9:00am-Noon

12:30-3:30pm

8/13-8/17

TENNIS & SWIM COMBO $369R/$396NR — 5 Classes

AGES 8-15 *$289R/$318NR — 4 Classes (July 4 wk)

Extended All Day Options Available – Inquire Within Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

6/4-6/8

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

6/11-6/15

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

6/18-6/22

LOCATION Walnut Creek Tennis Center

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

6/25-6/29

1751 Heather Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Tennis/Swim

M, T, Th, F

*7/2,7/3,7/5,7/6

Campers are encouraged to bring sunscreen, snacks, water, lunch and a towel for swim camp, athletic shoes (please bring non-marking soled shoes – court shoes), and a tennis racket (loaner rackets are available).

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

7/9-7/13

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

7/16-7/20

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

7/23-7/27

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

7/30-8/3

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

8/6-8/10

Tennis/Swim

Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm

8/13-8/17

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9:00am-4:30pm

Youth camps

Sports 4½ - 10 yrs

7 - 16 yrs

Kidz Love Soccer Camp

Golf Camp with Dave DeLong

Spend a week enjoying the world’s most popular sport in a fun, recreational environment. Learn and practice soccer skills including: dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. Play small-sided soccer matches to improve teamwork, tactics and positional play. Everyone is a winner as the week’s fun culminates in an age-appropriate “World Cup” tournament. All campers will receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey.

All campers must wear shin guards.

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 essential life skills in a supportive environment. Campers play 27 holes at Boundary Oak Golf Course with complimentary lunch on the final day.

Location : HF 2-Soccer North, Heather Farm Sport Fields

Location : Boundary Oak Golf Course Pro Shop

Instructor : Kidz Love Soccer

Instructor : Dave DeLong, PGA member and Director of Instruction

DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/18-6/22

Mon-Fri

9:00am-12:00pm $169/5

4271

AGES

4 ½-6

at Boundary Oak. Student to teacher ratio 4 to 1.

DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

4273 7-8

6/19-6/22 Tue-Fri 8:30am-1:30pm* $328/4

4248

6/18-6/22 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $169/5

4275 9-10

6/26-6/29 Tue-Fri 8:30am-1:30pm* $328/4

4249

8/6-8/10

4272

6/18-6/22 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $169/5

Mon-Fri

9:00am-12:00pm $169/5

4 ½-6

8/6-8/10 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $169/5

4274 7-8

8/6-8/10 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $169/5

4276 9-10

7 - 12 yrs

7/10-7/13 Tue-Fri 8:30am-1:30pm* $328/4

4250

7/17-7/20 Tue-Fri 8:30am-1:30pm* $328/4

4251

7/24-7/27 Tue-Fri 8:30am-1:30pm* $328/4

4252

7/31-8/3 Tue-Fri 8:30am-1:30pm* $328/4

4253

8/7-8/10 Tue-Fri 8:30am-1:30pm* $328/4

4254

*Fridays are from 7:30am-12:30pm. *Club rental upon early request for $40. Reserve clubs in advance by e-mailing Dave at Ddelongolf@aol.com. Limited clubs available.

Skateboarding Camp Designed by professional skateboarder Jordan Richter, our camp curriculum focuses on skill building, goal setting, fun, and camaraderie.

Every day, students will work through a list of fun and challenging activities, earn badges and move up the levels as their skills grow and confidence soars. All levels welcomed with No prior experience needed. We strongly advise you to bring your own skateboard, helmet, and pads. Loaner boards and helmets are provided on request but are limited. Bring water, and a snack. Helmet, elbow pads, and knee pads are required. A skateboard purchased from a skateboard shop is also highly recommended. www.jrsa.com

7 - 15 yrs

Indoor Activities Camp R=Resident, NR=Non Resident Location : Tice Valley Gym DATES DAY

6/11-6/15 7/23-7/27

Mon-Fri Mon-Fri

Location : Skate Park, Heather Farm Park

Table Tennis + Chess

Instructor : Jordan Richter; Skateboarding Academy Staff

6/11-6/15 7/23-7/27

DATES DAY TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/25-6/29 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $199/5

4256

7/9-7/13

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $199/5

4257

7/16-7/20 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $199/5

4258

7/30-8/3

4259

Mon,-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $199/5

TIME

Fee/Sessions

Badminton + Chess

Mon-Fri Mon-Fri

10:30am-12:00pm $113R/$124NR 9:00am-10:30am $113R/$124NR 10:30am-12:00pm $113R/$124NR 10:30am-12:00pm $113R/$124NR

Badminton, TT + Chess Combo

6/11-6/15 7/23-7/27

Mon-Fri Mon-Fri

9:00am-12:00pm $225R/$248NR 9:00am-12:00pm $225R/$248NR

Sign up at www.lifetimeactivities.com or at the Tennis Center 1751 Heather Drive, Walnut Creek.

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Skyhawks Sports Camps SKYHAWKS SPORTS CAMPS

3 - 4 yrs

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.

3 - 4 yrs

Skyhawks Tot Track & Field

Skyhawks Tot Baseball Skyhawks Tot Baseball was designed to give children a positive first step into America’s pastime. Using our progressive curriculum and modified equipment, participants learn baseball fundamentals and social skills through a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and developmental games. Our primary development objectives include throwing, catching, hitting, base-running, balance, body movement, hand/eye coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, and sportsmanship!

All participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and award medal.

Skyhawks Tot Track & Field is designed to give young athletes a positive introduction to everything the sport has to offer. Participants explore running, jumping, throwing, balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, and sportsmanship through a series of fast-paced instruction circuits and developmental games.

Our progressional curriculum, modified equipment, and highly trained staff provide a safe environment where kids can develop at their own pace. All participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and award medal.

Location : Field #3, Heather Farm Sports Field

Location : Field #3, Heather Farm Sports Field

Founded in 1979, Skyhawks is the #1 choice for parents looking to introduce their children to the fundamentals of the world’s most popular sport. Using our progressive curriculum and modified equipment, participants learn soccer fundamentals and social skills through a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and developmental games. Our primary development objectives include dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control, balance, body movement, foot/eye coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, and sportsmanship!

All participants receive a Skyhawks t-shirt and award medal.

Instructor : Skyhawks DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/25-6/29 Mon-Fri 9:15am-10:00am $139/5

4550

Instructor : Skyhawks DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/25-6/29 Mon-Fri 11:15am-12:00pm $139/5

4301

3 - 4 yrs

Skyhawks Tot Soccer

Location : Field #3, Heather Farm Sports Field Instructor : Skyhawks DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

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Youth camps Skyhawks Sports Camps continued 4 - 6 yrs

6½ yrs - 8 yrs

Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Camp

Skyhawks Flag Football Camp

This ultimate multi-sport camp combines baseball, basketball, soccer, and track & field; allowing young athletes to develop a passion for a variety of sports in one fun-filled setting. Participants explore balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, sportsmanship, and sport specific skill development in a structured environment with lots of encouragement! All participants receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album.

Flag football is a fun and safe introduction to “America’s game”.

Participants learn the fundamentals of passing, rushing, receiving and defense along with the rules, strategy and play-calls of the game. The camp ends with the Skyhawks super bowl, where campers’ showoff their new skills with their new friends. All participants receive a Skyhawks football, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album.

Location : Field #3, Heather Farm Sports Field

Instructor : Skyhawks

Instructor : Skyhawks

DATES

DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/11-6/15 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $259/5

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

7/16-7/20 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $219/5

4307

4302

7/16-7/20 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $259/5

4303

7/30-8/3

4304

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $259/5

Location : Field #3, Heather Farm Sports Field

6½ yrs - 8 yrs

Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp 6½ yrs - 8 yrs

Skyhawks Basketball Camp This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players looking to take the next step in basketball.

Our age-appropriate drills and games teach young athletes skill development in addition to vital life lessons including leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship. At the end of the week, your child will show you why this is one of our most popular programs. All participants receive a Skyhawks basketball, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album.

This multi-sport camp combines soccer, track & field, and volleyball, into one action packed week. Through interactive drills and games, participants learn the essential skills, rules, strategies, play-calls and etiquette of each sport in a safe and positive environment. Your child will leave with new skills, new friends, and a new love for sports! All participants receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album.

Location : Field #3, Heather Farm Sports Field Instructor : Skyhawks DATES

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

6/25-6/29 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $219/5

4306

Location : Court 3, Tice Valley Gymnasium Instructor : Skyhawks DATES

DAY

TIME

6/11-6/15 Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:00pm

Fee/Sessions CR#

$219/5

4296

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $219/5

4297

8/13-8/17 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $219/5

4298

7/9-7/13

6½ yrs - 8 yrs

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 Skyhawks baseball, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album.

6½ yrs - 8 yrs

Skyhawks Summer Camp Olympics This action-packed summer camp combines all your favorite Skyhawks games into one fun-filled week. Participants will learn and play fun Skyhawks variations of baseball, basketball, capture the flag, dodgeball, kickball, soccer, track & field, ultimate frisbee, and volleyball. By adding just the right amount of friendly competition, this program teaches boys and girls teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and strategy. All participants receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album.

Location : Field #3, Heather Farm Sports Field Instructor : Skyhawks

Location : Field #3, Heather Farm Sports Field

DATES

Instructor : Skyhawks

6/11-6/15 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $219/5

DATES

DAY

TIME

7/30-8/3

Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm $219/5

DAY

TIME

Fee/Sessions CR#

4305

Fee/Sessions CR#

4308

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ADULT

CERAMICS & SCULPTURE

A d u lt

Garden Vessels and Expressive Totems (Int/Adv) Create a fantastical garden of voluptuous vessels and totems that express your unique personality. Totems will include large tactile beads and sculptural elements and may include journalistic pieces as well. Planters, birdbaths, mushroom sculptures, fountains, and more will be offered in the Garden Vessel portion of the class.

Bulbous textured slab techniques will be demonstrated in the Garden Vessel portion of the class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-8/9 Thu 9:00am-12:00pm $181/8 A d u lt

4778

A d u lt

Ceramics

Glaze Application (Beg-Adv)

Learn to wheel throw or hand-build basic ceramic forms.

Time to learn how to apply those cone 10 glazes! By the end

Decorating, glazing and firing techniques will be covered.

Emphasis on developing a personal sense of form using sound fundamental skills. Prerequisites: For all Int/Adv classes student must be able to center and throw a simple cylinder and bowl form.

Note: It is highly recommended that all beginning students attend first class.

of the quarter, each student will understand and know how to apply proper glaze combinations that fit your personal forms and aesthetics. Bringing your own bisque ware is encouraged; there will be an opportunity to make new forms/projects as well.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : James Newton

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Ceramics (Beg-Int)

6/20-8/8 Wed 9:00am-12:00pm $167/7

Instructor : Bruno Kark

4776

No class 7/4

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 9:00am-12:00pm $181/8

4726

A d u lt

Instructor : Kristin Landowski

Hardly Strictly Handbuilding (Beg-Int)

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Go beyond the basics of pinch and coil to using slabs with texture

6/21-8/9 Thu

and templates. Mugs, cups, platters, vases, lidded canisters, and

7:00pm-10:00pm $181/8

4775

teapots will be demonstrated. Some texturing tools will be made in class. Glazing, studio etiquette, and ancillary materials will be

Instructor : Takemi Tsuruta DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

7:00pm-10:00pm $181/8

4777

covered. No wheel work will be taught.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : Kathleen Jensen

Ceramics (Beg-Adv)

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Takemi Tsuruta

6/21-8/9 Thu 1:00pm-4:00pm $181/8

4783

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 7:00pm-10:00pm $167/7

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DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Studio use is for instruction and other learning. Work produced or fired in the Community Arts Ceramics Studio may not be sold except through the Clay Arts Guild and Center for Community Arts.

No work produced outside of classes or open studio will be fired.

Class and workshop fees include firing. Clay must be purchased in class. Tools and tool kits may be purchased in the studio. Wheel

6/19-8/7 Tue

chair accessible electric potter’s wheel available.

No class 7/4

Ceramics (Int/Adv) Instructor : Bruno Kark

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Ceramics studio information

7:00pm-10:00pm $181/8

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ADULT A d u lt

A d u lt

Intro to Sculpture

Slab Construction Techniques (Beg-Adv)

Learn the process of working with clay and constructing sculpted

This class will be moving from tiles and the wall to exploring

ceramic objects from functional to figurative. Investigate broad

slab construction methods. We will utilize techniques for working

artistic concepts like abstraction, representation, form and/or

with clay at different stages from soft slabs through the firmer

narrative through building demonstrations, image presentations

consistency of leather hard clay. Construction of traditional forms

and our own explorations in the studio. Techniques include pinch,

for functional objects will be demonstrated, as well as methods

slab, coil, and solid hand-building methods. Surface texture and

for creating sculpture, and how to choose and apply appropriate

treatments both ceramic and nontraditional also addressed. No

surface decoration. The use of press molds, various support

wheel work will be taught.

systems and the extruder will be included.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale

Instructor : Ed Blackburn

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue

6/17-8/5 Sun 10:00am-1:00pm $181/8

9:00am-12:00pm $181/8

6/19-8/7 Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $181/8

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Animal Busts Workshop

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Playful Exploration of Hand Building Techniques (Beg-Adv)

Wesley is currently an instructor at the Art Academy of San

Enjoy a playful exploration of the wonders of clay as you learn to

his wildly entertaining animal sculptures and thought provoking

create with pinching, coiling, sculpting, soft slab, and firm slab

socio-political concepts. In this two-day workshop, you will learn

techniques. A variety of techniques for texturing clay (including

how to build solid animal forms, carve, hollow, and spice things

making your own texture stamps) will be explored. Throughout the

up with Wesley’s signature techniques of surface decoration and

course, you will develop an understanding of which clay bodies

modeling.

and glazes are best suited for each type of project.

Francisco, DVC, and Santa Rosa Junior College. He is known for

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

Instructor : Wesley Wright

Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/4-8/11 Sat

6/18-8/6 Mon 7:00pm-10:00pm $181/8

9:00am-12:00pm $93/2

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4770 A d u lt

Anyone Can Center Workshop

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Pottery Making for Raku (Beg-Adv)

This workshop is geared towards beginning and intermediate

Raku is a low-firing process. Preheated ware is put into a hot kiln

students and focuses on creating a solid foundation to wheel

with tongs, then withdrawn and usually heavily smoked. Students

throwing the shapes you want and acquiring new techniques.

will focus on hand-built and wheel-thrown forms and techniques

Learn to center a three-pound piece of clay in less than 15 seconds

that work well with the raku firing process; glaze demos on proper

or improve the way you center now! Learn the techniques that

application, use of resists and terra sigillata will be covered. Note:

nobody talks about that will allow you to take giant leaps towards

Students participate in firing process and must be physically

your goal of throwing pots.

able to pull their own work from kiln. It is advisable that students provide their own gloves and tongs. No registration permitted after second class. Prerequisite: One quarter of ceramics. No clay beginners. Clay must be purchased in class; tools may also be

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : Michael Berkley DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/13-8/17

purchased in class.

Mon-Fri 9:00am-2:00pm

$172/5

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Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : James Newton DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

9:00am-12:00pm $237/8

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Adult A d u lt

Finding Your Throwing Bliss Andy Ruble is an Associate Professor at Foothill College. His workshop (as seen at Nevada’s workshop series) is designed to help the beginning through advanced level wheel thrower better understand the fundamentals of manipulating clay on the potters’ wheel. After his initial “Six Steps” demonstration and individual consultation on the wheels, more advanced techniques will be demonstrated. Tall cylinders, vases, bowls, and pouring vessels will be discussed throughout the class, with an emphasis placed on form, function, surface embellishment, and craftsmanship.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E Instructor : Andy Ruble DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/20-8/21

Mon-Tue 10:00am-4:00pm

$127/2

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A d u lt

Honing Your Skills Workshop Andy Ruble

Learn how to hone your skills, aesthetics, and refine your techniques. This workshop increases your techniques and gives

A d u lt

you a solid foundation to throw the shapes you want that fit your

Clay Collaborations Workshop

aesthetic. Learn to center larger pieces of clay with attention and

Learn to collaborate with a team on creating hand-built sculptures

focus on big clay techniques. Bring tools, water bucket, towels,

with Ashwini, a native India artist who is currently residing in

heat gun, and/or propane torch to assemble thrown pieces.

Northern California and teaches at the Sonoma Art Center. In

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

this three-day workshop, she will lead three teams through a slideshow, sketching and designing, and building collaborative sculptures, and glazing on the final day. These team sculptures will be part of our permanent collections and installed at our Art Center

Instructor : Michael Berkley DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/13-8/17

Mon-Fri 3:00pm-8:00pm

$172/5

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with an accompanying exhibition.

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Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

Open Studio Ceramics

Instructor : Ashwini Bhat DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Open Studio provides up to 30 hours per week of supervised

6/16-7/7 Sat

studio time for currently enrolled ceramics and sculpture

9:00am-12:00pm $111/3

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students (workshops not eligible) to enhance and share skills and

No class 6/30

knowledge learned from current, quarterly ceramics and sculpture classes. Hours may be adjusted at the city of Walnut Creek’s

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discretion. Studio is closed on all legal city holidays. Check current

Clay Totems Workshop

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Open Studio hours posted in Studio. No instruction is provided.

Create your own personal totem that expresses your unique

Student must purchase clay in the studio and provide own tools.

personality. Totems are 3D portraits/stories in clay using a slab-

Glazes, firing and use of studio equipment are included in the

hand building technique. Totems may include keepsakes, tactile

fee. Clay Arts Guild members qualify for discounted open studio

beads and sculptural elements, such as carving and journalistic

fee and other benefits. Studio use is strictly for non-commercial

pieces that are all about you.

learning purposes.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio E

Instructor : Ellen Sachtschale

DATES TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/16-8/11

8/20-8/21

No class 6/21, 6/28, 7/4, 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9

Mon-Tue 5:00pm-10:00pm

$83/2

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2:00pm-7:00pm

$83, $133/48

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Adult

Culinary Arts A d u lt

Asian Grills and BBQ Outdoor grilling is a popular cooking technique in Asia and often happens year round using rubs and marinades. Learn to season with Asian herbs & spices such as lemongrass, kaffir, five-spice, curry, sweet soy, etc and make a variety of grilled foods from around Asia. We will prepare marinades, rubs, and tenderizers for a variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables. Thai Satay with Peanut Sauce, Teriyaki, Seafood Curry Paste, Lemongrass Chicken, Fish in Banana Leaves, etc. Bring your sharp chef’s knife or clever and your own beverage. $15 supply fee due at class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Instructor : Chat Mingkwan DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/1

Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1

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Home Cheese Making Learn the great mysteries of making awesome chevre and

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fantastic feta, as well as the mysterious Crottin! In addition to

Curry Workshop

learning everything you’ll need to know to make yummy cheeses

Asian curries have had much Indian influence with spices such as

scrumptious farm creations such as beet kavaas whey crackers.

cumin and coriander. But natives have added a number of local

You’ll experiment with unique chevre flavorings from savory to

spices, including fresh and dried chilies, to create a variety of

sweet. You’ll take home culture and rennet for making your own

curries and to call their own. Prepare popular curry dishes from

cheese as well as sample cheeses we’ve made. $10 supply fee due

Southeast Asia, such as Thai aromatic green curry, Indonesian

at class.

in your own kitchen, you’ll have the opportunity to sample other

dried beef curry, Burmese red curry, and Malaysian yellow curried rice. Bring sharp chef knife and cutting board. $15 supply fee due

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen

at class.

Instructor : Jeannie McKenzie DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen

7/7

Instructor : Chat Mingkwan

Sat

10:00am-1:00pm $88/1

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DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/21

Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1

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NEW | Italian Peruvian Flavors A d u lt

Hands-on class with historical overview. Dungeness Crab a la

NEW | Fried Rice Workshop

Parmesan is the delicious appetizer, baked in shells with drops

Rice is the staple in Asian cuisine and instead of leftover rice

juice, and pisco drops beneath the cheese au gratin. The entree is

wasting away, it can be transformed into scrumptious dishes from

Pasta alla Puttanesca or Pasta Bonne Femme, a mix of fresh basil,

many Asian cuisines. We will cook popular delicious fried rice from

tomato, garlic, black Peruvian olives, green pimientos, capers,

all around the world. Learn how to prepare Chinese yangchow,

yellow Peruvian pepper, anchovies, oregano, parsley, and shaved

Indonesian nari goreng, Thai basil kee mow, Vietnamese crab rice,

Parmesan. Dessert is Chocolate Tiramisu. $17 supply fee due at

curried rice. Bring sharp chef knife and cutting board. $15 supply

class.

of Tabasco for a hint of spice, along with butter, olive oil, lime

fee due at class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen

Instructor : Nora Frazier

Instructor : Chat Mingkwan

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/29

Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1

7/20

Fri

6:30pm-9:30pm $58/1

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5431

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Peruvian Feast for the Senses Hands-on class with historical overview. The appetizer is Instant Cured Salmon Slices made with capers, onions, scallions, olive oil, and lime juice. Your entree will be Lomo Saltado–an example of Peruvian-Chinese fusion–sautéed sirloin steak, onions, tomato, cilantro, soy sauce, and spices, accompanied with pea-studded Arroz Peruano. Dessert is a Pisco Sour and Coconut Tart; tangy, naughty, delicious and served with vanilla ice cream. $17 supply fee due at class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Instructor : Nora Frazier DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/17

Fri

6:30pm-9:30pm $58/1

5471

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Sushi Workshop Let’s make our sushi fresh, light, and clean with a variety of seasonal and local offerings. Learn to prepare fresh ingredients for various toppings and learn simple techniques in making your perfect sushi. With a hands-on approach, we will make Nigiri (finger rolls) and Maki Nori (seaweed rolls) with the freshest fish

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and vegetables for your dinner. Bring your pointed-tip chef knife,

Korean Cuisine

bamboo mat, large cutting board, cloth hand towel, beverage, and

Tasty and simple are Korean characteristic when come to food,

a to-go box. $15 supply fee due at class.

not to mention the amount of chilies being used, Spicy! Join us

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen

and cook up some popular Korean dishes and small side dishes, a signature of Korean meals. Learn to make Pa Jon (pancake), Kimchee, Chup Chae (bean noodles), and BBQ ribs. Bring sharp knife and cutting board. $15 supply fee due at class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen

Instructor : Chat Mingkwan DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/15

Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1

A d u lt

Instructor : Chat Mingkwan DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Vietnamese Cooking Series

8/7

Let’s explore what makes Vietnamese cuisine so popular!

Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $57/1

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Vietnamese cuisine has an East-meets-West combination of subtle tastes and flavors. Plus, while Asian food is generally healthy,

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Vietnamese is at the forefront. You will learn to use fresh herbs,

Peruvian All Time Favorites Hands-on class with historical overview. The appetizer for this

pick up simple techniques in preparing popular Vietnamese dishes

class is Olive Tapas on Crostini with olives from Peru, a real treat.

such as lemongrass chicken, hot and sour seafood soup, clay pot,

Your entree is Peruvian Paella, an exquisite mix. Dessert is the

shrimp fresh spring rolls, green mango salad, and more. Bring

delicate Crepes Suzette, flambéed in Grand Marnier, with butter

sharp knife and cutting board. $40 supply fee due at first class.

and fresh orange juice and zest sauce. $17 supply fee due at class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen

Instructor : Chat Mingkwan

Instructor : Nora Frazier

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/17-7/31 Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $133/3

6/7

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such as Vietnamese mint-rau ram, basil-rau que, and ngo gai, and

Thu

6:30pm-9:30pm

$58/1

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Adult

Dance

21 yrs & up

Italian Nibbles and Sips Let’s take a trip to Italy! No other country’s food and wines were so meant to go together as those of Italy. We will explore the wines of a few of Italy’s most classic regions including Tuscany, the Piedmont, and Veneto and enjoy them alongside delicious plates like white bean crostini and pasta pomodoro. $20 supply fee due at class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Instructor : Nicole Ruiz Hudson, Certified Sommelier DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/12

Thu 6:00pm-9:00pm $53/1

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21 yrs & up

Tapas and Spanish Wines There’s no better recipe for a great evening than sharing a few simple tapas and bottles of wine shared with friends. Over the course of the evening we will put together a few small plates such as Tortilla Española and a smoky take on Gambas al Ajillo (shrimp in garlic), paired alongside classic Spanish wines. As we move through the pairings, we’ll learn a bit about the wines in our glass. $20 supply fee due at class.

Groovaroo Babywearing and Family Dance Class

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Instructor : Nicole Ruiz Hudson, Certified Sommelier DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/14

Thu 6:00pm-9:00pm $53/1

A d u lt and C hild

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Rooted in soul line dancing, this low impact dance class is interactive, engaging and focused on community bonding!

Dancing with your child is a sure way to connect with you, your baby, family and other parents or caregivers! Music genre includes: Motown, R&B, Hip Hop, and Reggae. Infants are

21 yrs & up

Wine Analysis: A Journey through a Glass of Wine

preferably carried facing in towards your body while toddlers may

Class identifies three types of wine tasters explaining how you

Register under child’s name.

be backed carried. Carriers are not provided, however several carriers available on a first come first served basis for class use.

can determine what category of taster you are. Learn to identify and describe seven major components of wine by tasting five specific wines that exemplify each component. Learn the link

Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room Instructor : Anthea Yugawa

between aroma and flavor. Be exposed to wine aroma’s having an

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

opportunity to test your olfactory skills. Learn technique for tasting

6/13-7/18 Wed

a glass of wine, serving wine at proper temperatures, proper

No class 7/4

wine storage and importance of using correct wine glass. Class is

7/25-8/22 Wed

11:15am-12:00pm $78/5

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11:15am-12:00pm $78/5

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appropriate for both novice and intermediate wine connoisseurs. $5 supply fee due at class.

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room

Scholarships Available!

Instructor : Robert Becker, Certified Sommelier DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/9

Sat

2:00pm-4:30pm

$48/1

7/21

Sat 2:00pm-4:30pm $48/1

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and non-

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residents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility

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guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

www.WalnutCreekRec.org | (925)943-5858

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Adult A d u lt

Argentine Tango - All Levels Argentine Tango is very popular in the Bay Area, one of the most developed and dedicated tango communities in the world. Learning Tango will open your possibilities for social connections not only locally, but also worldwide. Learn fundamentals, technique, rhythm, and musicality while gaining movement awareness and the satisfaction of being able to dance the most challenging of

NEED PHOTO!

all dances. Dances will reflect the interest and ability of the class.

Please wear leather-soled shoes.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : Marcelo Solis DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/7-6/28 Thu 8:30pm-9:30pm $43/4

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7/5-7/26 Thu 8:30pm-9:30pm $43/4

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8/2-8/23 Thu 8:30pm-9:30pm $43/4

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Contemporary While focusing on the more traditional aspects of modern dance technique with a somatic based approach toward mindfulness in dance, we will find a mind/body/spirit connection within our technical and creative skills. Students will gain confidence and develop their movement vocabulary through the adaptation of quickly moving in and out of the floor, experiencing different

A d u lt

All About Social Ballroom, Swing, and Hot Latin Salsa

ways of jumping, utilizing contact improvisation, finding stability

Have a great time and learn swing, foxtrot, jitterbug, cha-cha,

experience are welcome.

waltz, hot Latin salsa, mambo, tango and much more. Easy, smooth-flowing combinations and a great method of teaching will make you feel comfortable and confident on the dance floor and

through inverted positions or movement transitions, and learning how to embrace the embodiment of characterization. All levels of

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

prepare you for any dance party or wedding. We change partners

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

so you can meet new friends. Singles and couples are welcome.

6/19-8/7 Tue 7:15pm-8:30pm $100/7

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No class 7/3

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : Anna Magid DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/25-7/23 Mon 7:00pm-8:15pm $102/5

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Contemporary Ballet Classical ballet technique will be introduced to the adult learner in a way that breaks the bounds of a traditional ballet setting. Come join

16 yrs & up

us in learning ballet technique with other adults while integrating

Hip Hop

contemporary dance with the traditional form.

Syncopation derived from jazz funk and street jazz, with high

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room

energy focus on the latest styles and moves.

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

Location : Center for Community Arts Rehearsal Room

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill

6/20-8/8 Wed 7:00pm-8:30pm $100/7

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

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No class 7/4

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Adult A d u lt

A d u lt

Line Dance (Beg/Easy Int)

Tahitian Ahuro’a Women

Dances taught will be a mixture of beginner to intermediate

This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas

dances, depending on the level of participants. One new dance

(dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)

will be taught each week with reviews of all others taught. Open

and drumming/music technique for men and women. Students

dancing for warm up. Step sheets provided for all dances taught.

should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.

Dancers should wear comfortable shoes with suede or leather soles.

Location : Assembly Hall, Civic Park Community Center Instructor : Mary Aguilar

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Alice Marez

6/6-8/15 Wed 6:30pm-7:30pm $73/8

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/5-6/26

Tue 2:00pm-3:30pm

$35/4

5420

7/10-7/31

Tue 2:00pm-3:30pm

$35/4

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8/7-8/28

Tue 2:00pm-3:30pm

$35/4

5422

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No class 7/4, 7/18, 7/25

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Tahitian I Women and Men (Beg) This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas

A d u lt

Line Dance (Beg/Easy Int)

(dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances)

The beginning/easy intermediate class is an energetic class with

should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.

and drumming/music technique for men and women. Students

many returning dancers. It is designed for both the beginning line dancer and those with some line dance experience. Learn to line dance and review dances being taught in the area. New

Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall Instructor : Mary Aguilar

dancers are welcome. The first part of the class will be devoted to

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

introductory dances. Intermediate class is for the improving and

6/6-8/15 Wed 7:30pm-8:30pm $73/8

experienced dancer who wants to learn newer dances and review

No class 7/4, 7/18, 7/25

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the classics. Dances taught will reflect the interest and ability of the class. Open dance from 5:00-5:30pm; lessons begin at 5:30pm.

Instructor : John Trentacosti DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/13-7/18 Wed 5:00pm-7:00pm $48/5

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No class 7/4

7/25-8/22 Wed 5:00pm-7:00pm $48/5

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Tahitian II Women and Men (Int)* & (Adv)*

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas (dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances) and drumming/music technique for men and women. Students should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.

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*Instructor approval required.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall

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Instructor : Mary Aguilar

Line Dance (Int)

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Intermediate class is for the improving and experienced dancer

6/6-8/15 Wed 8:30pm-10:00pm $73/8

who wants to learn newer dances and review the classics. Dances

No class 7/4, 7/18, 7/25

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taught will reflect the interest and ability of the class. Open dance from 5:00-5:30pm; lessons begin at 5:30pm.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : John Trentacosti DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/13-7/18 Wed 7:00pm-9:00pm $48/5

5212

No class 7/4

7/25-8/22 Wed 7:00pm-9:00pm $48/5

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility

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guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

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Tap (Intermediate) Students will be introduced to the classic moves including flaps, shuffles, heel drops, and more. In the Intermediate Tap, advanced moves such as Shim Sham, toe stands, and time steps will be taught. Students will learn across-the-floor steps. A variety of fun, up-tempo music will be offered. Tap shoes required Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D Instructor : Cyndi Wright DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

6:30pm-7:30pm $88/7

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No class 8/3

16 yrs & up

Teen/ Adult Ballet Come experience the joy and beauty of ballet with us. In this class, A d u lt

we will be working on proper body alignment and ballet technique

Tahitian Drumming/Music

as we build our dance foundation and learn new choreography. We will be at the barre, center, traveling across the floor, stretching,

This class offers various Tahitian dance styles from the oteas (dances to percussion), aparimas, to ahuro’as (story telling dances) and drumming/music technique for men and women. Students should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues.

fitted clothes you can move freely in.

Instructor : Jennifer O’Neill

Instructor : Reynaldo Aguilar DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

9:30am-10:30am $66/6

positive, fun atmosphere! Wear ballet slippers and comfortable,

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

6/8-7/28 Sat

and strengthening. Mixed levels are welcome. Non-competitive,

5273

No class 7/14, 7/21

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/23-8/11 Sat

10:45am-12:00pm $100/7

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Urban Funk

Tap (Beginning) Students will be introduced to the classic moves including flaps, shuffles, heel drops, and more. In the Intermediate Tap, advanced

Designed for adults, this class of urban funk combines the styles of jazz, Hip Hop, and breaking in a funky upbeat setting.

moves such as Shim Sham, toe stands, and time steps will be

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

taught. Students will learn across-the-floor steps. A variety of fun,

Instructor : Vanessa Freeman

up-tempo music will be offered.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

6/21-8/9 Thu 8:00pm-9:00pm $88/7

Instructor : Cyndi Wright

No class 7/5

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

5:30pm-6:30pm $88/7

No class 8/3

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Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

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Adult

Decorative & Fiber Arts 16 yrs & up

Artisan Textiles: Printing, Painting, and Dyeing In this class we will study the ways in which dyes and textile paints can be combined to create unique and beautiful surfaces on cotton fabrics. We will learn to layer dyes and pigments with painting and printed images. Focus will be on basic techniques and developing your individual aesthetic. No experience necessary. $75 supply fee includes 3 yards cotton fabric, all dyes, chemicals and pigments.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Bonnie Wells DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 5:30pm-9:00pm $203/7

4918

No class 7/3

13 yrs & up

Mixed Level Weaving Beginners learn the basics of weaving while using our floor looms.

Students explore pattern, color and texture through the creation of a sampler. Weaving terms, project planning, warping technique

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Beginning Quilting

and basic weave structures are covered. Perfect for beginners.

In this class, students will learn many techniques of piecing

project planning. Continuing students may explore a variety of

together a quilt. We will talk about terminology and discuss fabrics

weave structures, working at their own pace. Teens welcome.

while learning to properly cut fabric, and accurately piece and

Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials. $25

assemble the quilt top. You will learn the basics of everything a

supply fee for beginners/$5 for continuing students due at first

beginning quilter needs to complete your first quilt top. Materials

class.

Great for those wanting to feel more secure with warping and

list at www.communityarts.org/materials.

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool

Studio H

Instructor : Laurie Biundo

Instructor : Reba Siero

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/23-7/28 Sat

6/19-8/7 Tue 2:00pm-5:00pm $198/7

4909

6/19-8/7 Tue 6:00pm-9:00pm $198/7

4910

9:30am-12:30pm $180/6

4908

No class 7/10

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Join us for this amazing adventure in sewing as we learn the proper use of sewing machines and sewing techniques, how to

Weaving: Basic and Beyond

read and use patterns and sizing of patterns. We will learn how to

Explore color, texture and pattern drafting on studio floor looms

make a simple garment along with other simple projects-as time

while creating fabulous projects including scarves, handbags, table

allows. Machines are supplied, but if you have a machine, please

dĂŠcor and floor rugs.

bring it, all accessories and manual. $20 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -

Studio H

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool Instructor : Staff

Instructor : Staff DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 6:00pm-9:00pm $198/7

6/21-8/9 Thu 7:00pm-9:00pm $152/8

No class 7/4

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4912

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Open Studio Knitting and Crocheting Bring your current project to the open studio and work in the company of other artists who are as passionate about knitting and crocheting as you are. Get one-on-one help to overcome roadblocks in completing your project, as well as help in interpreting patterns.

No knitting or crocheting lessons will be given during the open studio. Crochet 101 or Knitting 101 is recommended if you’ve never taken lessons before.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3 Instructor : Pattee Court DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/23-7/28 Sat

10:30am-12:00pm $81/6

4917

13 yrs & up

14 yrs & up

Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving Workshop I

Broomstick Lace Crochet Follow in the footsteps of pioneer women who kept their hands busy while crossing the North American continent. Using a broomstick pin, a crochet hook, and a skein of yarn we will create a lovely lace scarf that can be made in a jiffy. Sources for other free Broomstick (or Jiffy) Lace patterns will be shared. Prerequisite: Must have taken Crochet 101 or be an experienced crocheter.

The rigid heddle loom is a very portable, inexpensive and elegantly simple tool for weaving. The Cricket Loom is a small rigid heddle loom that is ideal for knitters who want to use up leftover yarns, for spinners with yarn to spare and for those just wanting to give weaving a try. Learn how to warp using the direct warping peg method and to weave a scarf using a variety of yarns. Returning students are encouraged. Bring a lunch. Materials list online at

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3

www.communityarts.org/materials. Bring your own yarn or pay a

Instructor : Pattee Court

supply fee of $15. Loom may be rented for $5 or bring your own.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/14-7/28 Sat

9:00am-10:30am $57/3

4916

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -

Studio H Instructor : Reba Siero DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

14 yrs & up

Crocheted Superhero Dolls

7/22

Sun 9:30am-4:30pm $79/1

4913

Come prepared to produce some dolls! Using a free crochet pattern from Red Heart yarns we will make boy and girl Super Heroes. Learn some hints, tips and tricks to savvy doll making and how to adapt the pattern to create animals using the same basic doll body. Prerequisite: Must have taken Crochet 101 or be an experienced crocheter.

13 yrs & up

Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving Workshop II Not only is the rigid heddle loom very portable and easy to use, it is very versatile. Think of the many beautiful indigenous pattern weavings of Latin American and Southeast Asia, which are made on

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 3

looms similar to the rigid heddle loom. We will explore a range of

Instructor : Pattee Court

lace and patterned weaves, using pick up sticks. Returning students

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

are encouraged. Bring a lunch. Materials list online at www.

6/23-7/7 Sat

9:00am-10:30am $57/3

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communityarts.org/materials. Bring your own yarn or pay a supply fee of $15. Loom may be rented for $5 or bring your own warped rigid heddle loom.

Location : Center for Community Arts Heather Farm Preschool -

Studio H Instructor : Reba Siero DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/5

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Sun 9:30am-4:30pm $79/1

4914

Adult

Digital Media & Photography

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Introduction to Photoshop Elements This class will concentrate on those features needed to edit your digital images: viewing and saving your files, and resizing and cropping, understanding layers, image adjustments, using levels,

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hue/saturation, color balance, how to use the select and image

Advanced Intermediate Photography

editing tools to work on photographs, and more. Assignments

For the serious enthusiast. We will cover the finer points of getting dramatic images with emotional content. Assignments are more challenging and will encourage developing a personal vision.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

10:30am-12:30pm $172/8

Photoshop Elements installed.

Instructor : Tom Crews

Instructor : Conrad Johnson

Tue

most out of this class students should bring a laptop computer with

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

6/19-8/7

allow students to practice the techniques learned in class. To get the

4871

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/5-8/9

Thu

10:00am-12:30pm $151/6

4872

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Photographic Alternative Process

Digitizing Your Negatives

Students will explore alternative process to the silver gelation

Have boxes of negatives and slides gathering dust? Want to find a way to share those precious memories and save them for future generations? We will learn how to scan them in this threeday workshop. Learning the basics of scanning and digitizing

process including cyanotypes, van dyke, and chlorophyll along with other experimental analog photography techniques including cross processing, lomography, pinhole photography and polaroid transfer.

negatives, both black and white and color, and slides on a flatbed

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

scanner along with color correcting and discussing print options.

Instructor : Brian Shapiro DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

6/23-8/11 Sat

Instructor : Brian Shapiro

3:00pm-5:00pm $172/8

4875

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/15-7/29 Sun 1:00pm-3:00pm $82/3

4874

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Take Control of Your Digital Camera A d u lt

Students will learn a clear and understandable approach to

Exploring Digital Photography

composing great photographs by subject placement, proper framing,

Perfect for the enthusiast who desire to increase skills. You will benefit from Conrad Johnson’s four decades of professional experience. Lighting and composition is covered with special emphasis on emotional content. Use of prime lenses and flash is discussed and assigned. Achieve greater control and satisfaction.

Bring your DSLR, point & shoot or smart phone.

transferring files, and image file management, investigate the creative aspects of digital photography, and discuss the importance of obtaining correct exposure. Photographic assignments and a field trip will allow the student to practice the tools and techniques learned in class. Field Trip 8/4, from 11 am-1 pm Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2

Instructor : Tom Crews

Instructor : Conrad Johnson DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 7:00pm-9:00pm $172/8

and selecting a point of view. We will explain camera functions,

4884

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/5-8/9 Thu 6:30pm-9:00pm $151/6

5067

No class 8/16

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The Joy of Photography

Macro & Close-up Photography

Learn to see photographically. Individual student growth is

Put your lenses through the exercises and learn what focal length

encouraged by working both indoors and outdoors taking scenics,

to use, which f-stop is best, and lighting small objects. We begin

portraits, still lifes, and landscapes/cityscapes, working with

with some studio demonstrations and then go for a field trip to

lighting, composition, content. Plus, learn about shutter speed,

Heather Farm.

f-stops, light meters, ISO, dynamic range, icon, settings, RAW or JPEG, color balance, and more. Bring digital camera and manual.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Conrad Johnson DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Conrad Johnson

7/14

Sat 9:00am-2:00pm $70/1

4879

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue

8:30am-10:30am $172/8

4870

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Photography for Painters

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The Photo as a Photographic Print

Copying flat art with a camera is simple and technically difficult.

Take your images off the screen and into the printed form! This

different light sources. We will review the basics of camera lens,

10-week course will focus on building a body of work in the form

lighting, and composition. Open to all levels of students.

Learn several methods for shooting paintings and drawings with

of printed photographs. This course will cover best practices in shooting, editing, preparing images for print, and archival storage methods. The class will utilize the Epson Stylus Pro, an inkjet

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Conrad Johnson

printer capable of delivering stunning professional quality prints

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

on media up to 24 inches wide by any desired length. Familiarity

6/30

Sat 9:00am-2:00pm $70/1

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with Adobe Photoshop and/or Lightroom highly recommended.

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Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

Photography Forum

Instructor : Brian Shapiro DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/24-8/12 Sun

10:00am-12:00pm $172/8

4873

The mission of the Photography Forum is to encourage photographers at all levels to continue to study the art of photography, practice and produce new work, and to share ideas and experiences. Meets the third Tuesday of each month (June

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Inside Your Canon and Nikon DSLR

through May) to share images, critiques, technical developments,

Learn about all of the features of your Canon EOS Digital Single

allow members to broaden their knowledge of photography. Field

Lens Reflex Camera. We will cover all of the functions of the

trip expenses are the responsibility of participants. Attendance

camera’s buttons, dials, and menus and how these features will

at one meeting is free to enrolled Community Arts students.

help in improving your photography. Bring your camera, manual,

Enrollment is open throughout the year at a prorated fee.

and hear guest speakers. Photographic field trips and workshops

and questions.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 2

Instructor : Tom Crews

Instructor : Tom Crews

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/21 Tue 7:00pm-9:30pm $60/3

For Canon cameras: 6/23

Sat

10:00am-1:00pm $57/1

4876

Scholarships Available!

For Nikon cameras: 6/23 Sat

1:30pm-4:30pm $57/1

4877

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

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Adult

Dog & Pet Care A d u lt

Dog Obedience (Beg) Beginning Obedience is the foundation for all training goals. We teach you how to motivate your dog to want to learn the basics of heel, sit, and down. We teach how to shape the “leave it” and “come” commands, and the command “wait” to prevent your dog from bolting through doors. This is a critical step in developing a healthy bond and puts your dog on the road to a more meaningful life. The first class of the session is mandatory, and you come without your dog. Please bring a copy of your dog’s vaccination records for the instructor to keep. Minimum age limit for handler is 18. Suitable for dogs four months and older. $25 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Bonnie Brown-Cali DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/12-7/24 Tue 7:15pm-8:00pm $136/6

5393

No class 7/3

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Dog: Puppy Head Start

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Dog: Help for Reactive Dogs

Get a head start on socialization and puppy manners by enrolling

Don’t let another walk with your dog feel like a disaster because

your pup in this fun and safe interactive class. Your pup will roll

of lunging and barking behaviors. Don’t seclude your dog in the

and play with other puppies and interact with new people. We

backyard because his behavior in public is unmanageable. Come

cover house breaking, manners, rudimentary obedience, leash

and learn what makes your dog react and the steps you can take

training, and coming when called. Class suitable for the entire

to redirect that energy into more positive social behavior. Please

family to attend; however, all puppies must be accompanied by

do not bring your dog the first day of class. Please call instructor

a handler who is 18 years or older. Puppies must be between the

if your dog is overly reactive toward you or your family members.

ages of 12-20 weeks. Bring puppy’s proof of shots, a 6-foot leash

Please bring a copy of your dog’s vaccination records for the

and dog kibble the first day of class. $12.00 supply fee due at first

instructor to keep. Prerequisite: Basic Obedience or instructor

class.

approval. Minimum age limit for handler is 18. $25 supply fee due at first class.

Instructor : Bonnie Brown-Cali

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Bonnie Brown-Cali DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/12-7/24 Tue 6:15pm-7:00pm $136/6

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/12-6/26 Tue 5:15pm-6:00pm $66/3

5390

7/10-7/24 Tue 5:15pm-6:00pm $66/3

5391

5392

No class 7/3

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Do-It-Yourself (DIY)

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Home Cheese Making Learn the great mysteries of making awesome chevre and fantastic feta, as well as the mysterious Crottin! In addition to learning everything you’ll need to know to make yummy cheeses in your own kitchen, you’ll have the opportunity to sample other scrumptious farm creations such as beet kavaas whey crackers.

You’ll experiment with unique chevre flavorings from savory to sweet. You’ll take home culture and rennet for making your own cheese as well as sample cheeses we’ve made. $10 supply fee due at class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Kitchen Instructor : Jeannie McKenzie DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/7

Sat

10:00am-1:00pm $88/1

4882

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Backyard Chickens This class will introduce you to the fascinating world of backyard chickens and give you the information you need to get started with your own low-effort backyard flock. We will discuss life cycles, coop designs, breed selection, care and feeding for health and egg production, protection from predators and ways of integrating your chickens into your garden. We will give you information

Acting Group This course is for students who want to expand and develop what they learned in Intro to Acting. Students will dig deeper into improvisational work, monologues, and scene work, finding their own acting voice as well as exploring ensemble performance.

If you enjoyed the Intro class, this will be the next step in your

on where to purchase your chickens and feed and resources for

development as an actor. Have fun and create theatre with us!

learning more.

Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Club Room

Instructor : Staff

Instructor : Jeannie McKenzie

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/14

Sat

12:00pm-2:00pm $63/1

6/21-8/9 Thu 7:30pm-9:00pm $134/8

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Intro to Acting

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Homebrewing 101

Come play with us and create theatre through Improvisational

Participants will learn the general process of making beer and

theatre games and techniques! We will explore acting through

take part in brewing and bottling a batch of homebrew from start to finish. The class will start with a short discussion about the techniques, equipment and cost involved. We will then brew a batch of beer from malt extract and bottle a second finished batch.

games, movement, voice and our imagination. Drawing from the foundational work of Viola Spolin and Augusto Boal, we will create a fun and welcoming space to allow everyone’s creative

Class participants will gain a general understanding of the process

expression to shine!

and leave with information and resources for brewing their own

Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio

beer at home.

Instructor : Staff

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Chris Opela

6/19-8/7 Tue 7:30pm-9:00pm $134/8

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

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“improvised play,” or, developing scenes and characters through

Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm $68/1

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4895

Adult

Drawing, Painting & Printmaking

NEED PHOTO(s)!

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Advanced Painting and Composition

Open Studio Painting

For established painting students interested in exploring new

Open to all experienced painters and current painting students.

topics and goals through their painting. Class will focus on

Work on your own in a group setting; no instruction. Participants

individual assessment of student’s needs, creating plans and

provide their own supplies and are responsible for cleanup.

exercises to meet those objectives. Each seven-week session includes reevaluation and new exercises to meet those goals.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Class open to intermediate to advanced students.

6/21-8/9 Thu 1:00pm-5:00pm $117,$60/8

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

4855

Instructor : Patsy Taylor DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 2:00pm-5:00pm $151/7

4853

No class 7/4

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Open Studio Printmaking Open to all experienced printmakers who have taken a CCA class within the past three quarters or are currently enrolled in a class.

Use a fine art custom handmade French American professional

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Open Studio Figure Drawing & Painting

etching press, equipment, blankets and tools in an open studio environment to create your own prints. Supervised use but no

Studio available for working from the figure, short and long

instruction provided. Participants provide own paper, plates, and

poses, supervised use; no instruction. Participants provide their

inks and any specialized materials.

own supplies. Different model each week. Enrollment limited. No solvents.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

6/21-8/9

Instructor : Jody Mattison

Thu

1:00pm-5:00pm

$117, $60/8

4841

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6

Mon

6:30pm-9:30pm

$142, $96/8

4848

6/22-8/10

Fri

1:00pm-4:00pm

$142, $96/8

4858

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Silk Painting One of the most exciting aspects of painting silk is the opportunity

Bargue Drawing Course for Figurative Art

to create strikingly vivid textures of color. In this introductory

The course is based on principles of classical drawing training.

course, participants will create a scarf or tapestry, using the

It was designed by Charles Bargue and his contemporary artist

basic silk painting techniques. As the hand of the artist delicately

Gerome for the 19th century art academies of France. The course

guides the flow of the liquid, the colors glide through the silk and

emphasizes accuracy and concentrated deep practice. This is a

generate delight and excitement. The result is stunning! All levels

proven method to refine your drawing skills overall and especially

are welcome. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/

figure drawing which is the most complex of all subjects. The

materials. If you purchase materials listed, then you do not have to

course will teach you to break down complex information into

pay $10 supply fee to the instructor.

more simple stages. It will refine your eyes sensitivity to identify your errors and gives you tools to correct them.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Tomoko Murakami

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Seema Mahboob

8/12

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Sun 10:00am-4:00pm $96/1

4846

6/21-8/9 Thu 2:00pm-5:00pm $165/8

4866

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Sketchbook Journal Workshop Whether traveling around the globe or making observations in

Drawing: Sketching & Rendering

your backyard, journaling is a wonderful way to combine the

Learn to draw quickly, accurately and with confidence. Learning

joys of drawing with your experiences in life. Find out how you

how to reduce objects to their basic shapes and forms and

can draw through journaling! Make your journal a personal and

sketching them on to paper will be the focus of this class. Topics

creative experience. Learn the methods and materials for quick

include still life, composition, texture, basic perspective and

sketches, long sketches and what to focus on, how to add color

shading, along with landscape and figurative themes. Students

and how to keep it all compact and travel ready. First meeting in

should bring paper, pencils, ruler, and eraser to class. Beginners

the studio, remainder on location. Material list online at

are welcome.

www.communityarts.org/materials.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A

Instructor : Mark Jezierny

Instructor : Patsy Taylor

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY

TIME FEE/SESSIONS

CR#

7/21-7/29

9am-12pm

4844

Sat, Sun

$110/4

6/22-8/10 Fri

6:30pm-9:30pm $165/8

4859

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Figure Drawing

Stab Bound Artist Books

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Quick gesture sketches and longer poses train your eye to observe

Stab bound book bindings are a traditional Japanese technique

and render the human form. Learn to use blocking, foreshortening,

featuring decoratively stitched bindings that show on the front

value shapes, and other techniques to enhance your drawing skills.

and back book covers. In this class we will make five, 5�x7� books

Beginners bring vine charcoal, drawing board and 18x24 rough

using different decorative stitches. You will learn basic sewing

newsprint to first class. Supplies and materials discussed in class.

techniques to bind simple yet elegant handmade books that can be

Experienced students bring own supplies. Undraped models used;

used as journals, diaries, sketchbooks or scrapbooks. You will also

teens may be admitted with permission of parent and instructor.

learn how to design your own stitching patterns.

Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

Instructor : Jeka Lambert

Instructor : Jody Mattison

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-6/25 Mon 1:00pm-4:00pm $65/2

6/22-8/10 Fri

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9:00am-12:00pm $165/8

4857

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Portrait in PanPastel and Charcoal Pencil

Painted Paper Collage

We will create painterly portraits using PanPastel and charcoal

then incorporate through a range of collage techniques to make

pencils. The class will focus on capturing the realism without

beautiful, lively works of art. We will start by exploring mark

losing the energy and mood of the subject. PanPastel is like a

making with water-based mediums (watercolor, gouache, and

bridge between painting and drawing. It is very forgiving and

ink) and playing with color. From there, we will cut and curate

easily erased. You can create both linear and thick painterly effects

our painted papers to put together new color combinations and

with this medium. We will use photographs as our reference and

compositions with glue and even sewing techniques. Materials list

focus on how to see correctly and read values and shapes to

online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

Learn to make your own amazing collage material that we will

capture the essence and resemblance in our portraits. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1 Instructor : Erin Wheeler

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Seema Mahboob

6/22-8/10 Fri

12:30pm-3:30pm $165/8

4869

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/24-8/12 Sun 2:00pm-5:00pm $165/8

4868

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Alla Prima in Oil, Acrylic, or Pastel

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Adventures in Mixed Media

Alla prima (Italian for at first attempt) is a method of painting

The goal of this course is to provide students an opportunity to

one or two sessions. Some weeks will be quick studies as well.

explore a variety of mixed media methods using a wide range

Working with still life and interiors, we will go through the steps

of wet and dry media methods. Students will gain hands-on

to create luminous paintings. Demonstration and discussion

experience with paints, glues, pastels, pencils, varnishes and

each week. Oil, acrylic or chalk pastel. Beginners and returnees

supports as they develop personal projects throughout the

welcome.

directly, brush stroke on brush stroke, to complete a painting in

quarter. Guidance will be provided around materials, design, and composition through group discussions and individual instruction.

Most projects will be conducted with provided materials. Further

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B Instructor : Jody Mattison DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

materials will be discussed at the first class.

6/24-8/12 Sun 1:30pm-5:00pm $181/8

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

4863

Instructor : Erin Wheeler DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

9:00am-12:00pm $165/8

4867

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Cold Wax Painting Adding body, texture and transparency to your art, this class encourages exploration by building your visual vocabulary. Cold

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Art Journals

wax medium is compatible with all varieties of paint and dry

Art journals are a private place to explore art of a personal nature.

substitute for acrylic medium. When it comes to color and texture,

Create your own images or use found images, make expressive

looking at the natural world is our greatest teacher. Beginners to

marks, record your thoughts, memories, dreams, and life events

advanced are welcome.

pigments. Learn basic techniques of cold wax medium, which is a

using images (and maybe words). Try new art materials or new ways to use familiar materials. Perfect for artists and non-artists alike-drawing skills are not necessary. Bring your journal and your

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B Instructor : Pamela Howett

favorite art supplies to each class. Materials list online at www.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

communityarts.org/materials.

6/19-8/7 Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $165/8

4849

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Jeka Lambert DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/16-8/6 Mon 1:00pm-4:00pm $110/4

4865

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Color Immersion

Exploring Abstract Acrylics

Each week we will explore the dimensions of one color, its multiple

Artists of all disciplines come and explore abstract art, pure form

variations, history of pigments, and use. We will ultimately create

on the painted surface. Transform reality or develop completely

a 500-color color wheel and will produce one still life each week

nonrepresentational imagery. Class supports your process, from

with the color of the week. Watercolor will be the main medium.

accessing your creative source and gathering ideas, to developing concepts and visual vocabulary. Emphasis on composition, color,

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A

shape, movement, and texture. Experimentation is encouraged;

Instructor : Wendy Soneson

use collage, mixed media and non-traditional media to enhance

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

your work. Demonstrations, activities, and individual and group

6/19-8/7 Tue

critiques. All levels welcome. Materials will be discussed first day

12:00pm-3:00pm $165/8

4837

of class.

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Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A

Drawing & Painting: Intro to Different Mediums

Instructor : Casey Rasmussen White

Have you always wanted to draw and/or paint but feel that you

6/21-8/9 Thu 9:00am-12:00pm $151/7

don’t know enough to get started? Do you want to try a new

No class 7/12

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

4840

medium before purchasing products? Core skills taught while exposing you to a wide variety of techniques and mediums, including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, oils and watercolor. This is a fun class with lots of exposure to techniques and tools with a focus

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Exploring Watercolor

on expanding in the direction of your choice. $40 supply fee due at

Join our caravan of like-minded seekers and dive into the

first class.

unexpected joy of watercolor! Perfect for the continuing artist who wants a fresh start or needs a gentle push along the way. We will

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

work together in a series of little paintings using the transparent

Instructor : Patsy Taylor

magic of watercolor to create our own “artist’s voice.” From the

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

moment we wet our brush to our final colorful stroke we will try

6/20-8/8 Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $151/7

to evoke the presence of each artist in his/her work, discovering

4854

No class 7/4

the personal palette of colors and shapes unique to each of us. $25 supply kit available from instructor, but not required. Materials list available at www.communityarts.org/materials.

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Drawing and Painting: Building Skills & Techniques (Int) Beginner/intermediate class for students who need to develop

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Casey Rasmussen White DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

skills in their medium(s) of choice: charcoal, oil, acrylic.

6/20-8/8 Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $151/7

Practice will be in application of medium, using tools correctly,

No class 7/4

and understanding underlying basics, developing strong drawing/ painting habits, defining individual vision and conveying that vision to finish. Emphasis will be on practice. Dry or wet mediums welcome. Beginners with no knowledge of mediums must take Drawing and Painting: Intro to Different Mediums as prerequisite.

Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

Scholarships Available!

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

Our programs have a place for everyone, with

Instructor : Patsy Taylor DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $165/8

4850

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Expressive Watercolor

Night Painting

Let’s explore some rich possibilities by experimenting with

Using still-life as inspiration and a learning tool, students will

watercolor and other mediums. Applying watercolor paint with

be introduced to a variety of subjects while concentrating on

all kinds of tools and materials, such as soft tissue, sponge, and

reinforcing the fundamentals of painting: drawing, composition,

even salt. Learn some alternative types of paint applications and

color, and brushwork. Classes include a variety of demos, warm-

loosen up with expressive effects. By helping you discover your

ups, skills reviews, challenges and end-of-class critiques. Focus

own special way of creating personal interpretations of landscapes

is on individual development. Students may work on their own

and nature, you will explore the beauty of nature and magic

personal subjects. Bring supplies and be prepared to paint in

of watercolor. Material list online at www.communityarts.org/

the medium of your choice. Beginners should take Drawing &

materials.

Painting: Intro to Different Mediums as a prerequisite. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Pamela Howett

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Patsy Taylor

6/18-8/6 Mon 6:30pm-9:30pm $165/8

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

4835

6/21-8/9 Thu 6:30pm-9:30pm $165/8

4856

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Figure Drawing like the Old Masters Learn the techniques of Titian and other old masters. Using oils (preferred) or acrylics, we will work through the processes of

Painting Landscapes and Portraits with Oil/Acrylics

underpainting, grisaille, layering and glazing to achieve a beautiful

Expand your creativity and art education while having fun. Learn to

and timeless three-dimensionality. Previous experience drawing

create strong compositions and attain accurate color, values, and

the figure recommended. Previous experience with paint is helpful

representation through demonstrations and individual instruction.

but not necessary. Come to the first class with materials ready to

Acquire a greater visual awareness and skill to interpret and

work. Material list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

execute a portrait, working from photographs. Develop your painting abilities to work in a representational manner. Materials

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

Instructor : Jody Mattison DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/24-8/12 Sun 9:30am-1:00pm $181/8

4862

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B Instructor : Gary Bergren DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/1 Wed 9:00am-12:00pm $138/6

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4851

No class 7/4

Monday Morning Painting Emphasis is on development of each student’s personal style in painting. Classes alternate with short demos, reviews, challenges and end-of-class critiques. All painting styles and subject matter

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Painting Still Life with Color and Light

are acceptable but focus will be on oil and acrylics. Lessons

Afternoon painting class emphasizing the use of color and light in

concentrate on still-life and landscape. Work is primarily from

painting the still life in oil, chalk pastel or acrylic. Both alla prima

photo references. Bring supplies for the medium of your choice.

(all at once) and indirect layering methods will be explored. Weekly

Beginners with no knowledge of paints should take Drawing and

on topics such as composition, lighting, color palette, layering:

Painting: Intro to Different Mediums as a prerequisite. Materials list

techniques will be addressed, as well as use of materials. Materials

online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

list online at www.communityarts.org/materials.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

Instructor : Patsy Taylor

Instructor : Jody Mattison

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 9:00am-12:00pm $165/8

6/23-8/11 Sat

4847

1:30pm-5:00pm $181/8

4860

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Watercolor Painting (All Levels) Learn the basics of color theory, expert drawing, and watercolor techniques using basic primaries and the right brain drawing method. First class teaches all the basics; then students work on a project of their choice. This is a fine arts course where you will learn what art school students learn: the basics.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Wendy Soneson DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue

9:00am-12:00pm $165/8

4836

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Watercolor Painting (Int/Adv) Leslie Wilson A d u lt

Explore watercolor to its fullest with emphasis on learning a

Portrait and Figure Drawing and Painting

direct painting process, incorporating principles of design, and

This continuing portrait and figure class is for both drawing and

coaching, and critiques as needed. Materials list online at www.

painting students. One, two, or three session poses with nude

communityarts.org/materials.

your own creative vision to make exciting watercolor paintings.

Bring reference materials and painting materials. Demonstrations,

and clothed models each quarter. New students are welcome and strongly encouraged to work in charcoal and pencil to build up drawing skills. Continuing students may progress to oil, acrylic,

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A Instructor : Leslie Wilson

water media or chalk pastel. Drawing and painting topics are

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

demonstrated and individually addressed, including basic block-in,

6/18-8/6 Mon 1:00pm-4:00pm $138/6

composition, measuring, proportion, foreshortening, anatomy,

No class 6/25, 7/2

value, color, layering and brushwork. Materials list online at www.

6/20-8/8 Wed 2:00pm-5:00pm $138/6

communityarts.org/materials.

No class 6/27, 7/4

6/22-8/10 Fri

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex B

1:00pm-4:00pm $151/7

4834 4838 4843

No class 6/29

Instructor : Jody Mattison DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/23-8/11 Sat

9:30am-1:00pm $181/8

4861

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Mokuhanga-Japanese Woodblock Printing

Sumi-e / Japanese Brush Painting

For artists’ in-home studios without a press, this beautiful,

Gain the freedom of brush strokes that give excitement to art

introduces a traditional Japanese woodblock printing process,

work. Oriental brush painting makes you aware of our world and

Ukiyo-E technique. Participants learn to carve the woodblock,

allows you to capture the spirit of the subject. Course covers

use Japanese carving tools, and print with water-based ink on

calligraphy and discipline essential to the practice of Sumi-e.

Japanese paper. Participants will cut their own woodblocks and

Lectures, demonstrations, individual help each class. “Sumi-e/

create a small edition of multicolor prints. All levels are welcome.

Brush Painting (Beg)” workshop is recommended for beginners to

Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials. Bring a

take with this course. Materials list online at www.communityarts.

bag lunch. $35 supply fee due at first class.

low-tech process may be the perfect solution. This workshop

org/materials.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex A

Instructor : Tomoko Murakami

Instructor : Fumiyo Yoshikawa

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-7/27 Fri

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4842

7/1-7/15 Sun 10:00am-4:00pm $212/3

4845

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Glass A d u lt

Fused Glass Kiln Forming (Int-Adv) Continue to expand your glass fusing knowledge through the use of more advanced techniques. Emphasis on developing more challenging designs, experimenting with new materials, colors and layers to make art glass pieces. $10 supply fee due at first class.

Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/materials. Previous experience in glass fusing required.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Penny Ruhter DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 1:00pm-4:00pm $184/7

4888

No class 7/4

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Fused Glass (Int-Adv)

Introduction to Fused Glass

Explore your creative and artistic abilities. Fusing and slumping

Learn to fuse layers of compatible glass in a kiln to create tiles,

glass offer almost limitless possibilities for creating with color and

jewelry, small frames, dishes and ornaments. Techniques covered

form. Use sheet glass, frit, stringers and rods; design and make

include glass cutting, surface decoration, and slumping into molds.

glass art pieces. Continuing students expand their knowledge

No previous experience required. First class is mandatory for

with new techniques and interact and share new ideas with

beginning students. Continuing students will be encouraged to

other students. Materials list online at www.communityarts.org/

expand their knowledge with new techniques. Materials list online at

materials. Previous experience in glass fusing required. $10 supply

www.communityarts.org/materials. $10 supply fee due at first class.

fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

Instructor : Penny Ruhter

Instructor : Melissa McCumiskey

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/19-8/7 Tue 6:30pm-9:30pm $200/8

4887

6/19-8/7 Tue 1:00pm-4:00pm $200/8

6/20-8/8 Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $184/7

4889

4885

No class 7/4

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Glass Fusers Group The mission of the Glass Fusers Group is to encourage glass workers at all levels to continue to study art glass, practice and produce new work, and to share ideas and experiences. The group will meet the second Saturday of each month (June through May, no meeting in December) to share glass pieces, critiques, and technical developments and hear guest speakers. Enrollment is open

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

throughout the year at a prorated fee.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C Instructor : Melissa McCumiskey DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/9-5/11

Sat

10:00am-12:00pm $63/11

4890

No class 12/8

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Health & Fitness

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Abs and Back Exercises

NEW | Active Flow Yoga

We all love to feel good about our workout. Get your core and

Active Flow Yoga is an energizing, classical style class, with an

back in shape! Everyone should have a strong stomach and back

alignment focus. Included are sun salutation variations, basic

to stay healthy and be fit. You will need a yoga mat and be able to

standing postures, floor and core work, sustained stretching and

get on the floor. Those who cannot be on their knees can modify

yogic breathing. The class aims to provide a full-body workout and

when needed. Isolation, isotonic, and isometric movements will be

a soothing mental relaxation experience. Please bring a yoga mat,

performed.

towel, and yoga block by second class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room

Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room

Instructor : Jo Nash

Instructor : Jill Woolums

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/8-7/13

Fri

11:20am-12:05pm $51/6

5373

6/21-7/26 Thu 1:00pm-2:00pm $68/5

7/20-8/24 Fri

11:20am-12:05pm $51/6

5369

No class 7/5

8/2-8/30 Thu 1:00pm-2:00pm $68/5

5231 5232

Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/5-7/10

Tue

11:50am-12:35pm $51/6

5277

7/17-8/21 Tue

11:50am-12:35pm $51/6

5280

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Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement This class is for anyone who wants to move well and feel fantastic. Classes are designed to stimulate brain/mind function, coordination, and physical strength. You will use your body and brain to feel younger, stronger and fit! Slow, easy movements

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progress to complex active movements. Please dress comfortably and bring a big towel and pillow.

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Tancha McKnight DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/12-8/30 Thu 3:30pm-4:30pm $99/8 70

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Hatha Yoga

Meditation for Everyone (All Levels)

Introduction and practice of yoga postures and body alignment.

Increase concentration, relaxation, self-awareness and attention

Through stretching and relaxation techniques, yoga postures will

to breath. Learn to cope more effectively with stress. Opportunity

strengthen the body and stimulate creative energy. Emphasis on

to begin a meditation practice or experience practicing meditation

correcting and adapting postures to meet individual needs. Bring

with the support of a group. Sessions will include multiple

your own mat, pad, or small rug. Refrain from eating for two hours

techniques to suit the needs of everyone, such as gentle stretches

before class.

to release tension, breathing, correct posture, setting an intention, or journaling. Time to come together to enjoy and relax with the

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

company of others. You can choose to sit on a chair, or on a mat

Instructor : Nancy Spiecker

with a cushion, or lie down on a mat.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/22-8/10 Fri

10:00am-11:25am $130/8

4893

6/4-8/6

Instructor : Sandra Foster

Mon

12:00pm-12:45pm $83/8

6386

12:00pm-12:45pm $53/5

5414

No class 6/25, 7/23

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/27 Mon 7:00pm-8:00pm $106/9

6/7-7/5

Thu

4891

No class 7/2, 8/13

Sat

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Dance Studio

6/23-9/1

Instructor : Helen Maxie

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room

10:35am-11:35am $114/10

4892

No class 8/11

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/12-8/9

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio D

12:00pm-12:45pm $53/5

5439

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Instructor : Sandra Foster DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/29 Wed 5:30pm-6:30pm $106/9

Thu

4894

Gentle Pilates Pilates practice develops core strength, body awareness, coordination, flexibility and balance. Pilates also improves

No class 7/4, 8/15

posture and ease of movement. This class focuses on movement fundamentals and a gentler approach to the basic Pilates

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Healthy Lifestyles Practices based on Ayurveda

exercises. Both mat and barre exercises included. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and yoga block by second class.

Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room

During the class, you will determine your individual constitution

Instructor : Jill Woolums

based on principles of Ayurveda “Science of Life.� Learn new daily

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

practices that will improve your health and wellness. The class will focus on healthy Lifestyle Practices including: daily and seasonal routines, relaxation, meditation, breathing exercises, sleep, stress management, exercise, relationships, and goals. Have opportunity

6/20-7/25 Wed 12:30pm-1:30pm $68/5

5229

No class 7/4

8/1-8/29 Wed 12:30pm-1:30pm $68/5

5230

to interact with others and share information.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Helen Maxie DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/6-6/27

Wed 9:30am-10:30am

$43/4

5441

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/11-8/8

Wed 11:00am-12:00pm

$53/5

5440

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

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Pilates: Circle/Flexband/Roller

Qigong for Health and Vitality

The Magic Circle is a resistance ring designed to work your

Qigong is China’s ancient method to strengthen the constitution,

muscles together correctly to improve muscle tone and endurance

promote vitality, prevent and cure disease, prevent premature

while using the flexband for stretching and added arm and leg

aging, and prolong life. Lin Hou Sheng’s 18 Movements benefit the

sculpting. Flexband available from instructor for $7. Magic Circle

internal organs (enhancing their functions) and related external

not required until second class. Roller optional.

(sensory) organs, reduce stress, and increase flexibility. This class

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room

is appropriate for both beginners and students with prior training.

Instructor : Connie English

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Adam Wallace

6/25-8/27 Mon 9:30am-10:20am $138/9

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

5201

6/4-7/2

No class 7/2

Mon

10:15am-11:15am $73/5

5192

7/23-8/27 Mon

10:15am-11:15am $87/6

5193

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Pilates: Slow Method Flexband/Roller A blend of traditional Pilates mat work and the Slow Method, this

NEW | Slow Flow Yoga (Level 1-2)

class takes Pilates to a whole new level. The roller adds elements

Slow Flow is a class that incorporates the flow of a Vinyasa

of self-massage, circulation, balance and control while the

class with focus on alignment, longer holds and deep breathing.

flexband increases resistance for arm and leg sculpting. Increase

Students will practice yoga in a safe, encouraging environment

your overall body strength, awareness, flexibility and coordination

where they can develop their individual practice. Variations,

all in one enjoyable and dynamic workout. Flexbands available

modifications and props are used to help students find

from instructor for $7. (Expect to pay approx. $25 for a roller).

connections with yoga and feel its powerful benefits. Bring a yoga

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room

mat. Yoga block and strap optional.

Instructor : Connie English

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Instructor : Felicia Viera

6/27-8/29 Wed 9:30am-10:20am $138/9

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

5511

6/21-8/23 Thu 6:30pm-7:30pm $133/10

No class 7/4

5449

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NEW | Qi and Dance

Tai Chi & Qigong

Qigong, based in Chinese Medicine, cultivates energy, releases

Learn the ancient Chinese ways to health and longevity through

stress, and enhances overall wellness. Music and Dance are

meditation and exercise. In this outdoor class we use gentle

spontaneous expressions of energy (Qi). Learn Qigong breathing

movement and learn how to realign our posture, breathe for

techniques, body mechanics, and movements for joint flexibility,

relaxation and stretch in stillness. Begin the beautiful routine of

muscle strength, and cardiovascular health. Dance to a wide range

classical Yang style Tai Chi Chuan. Appropriate for all ages and

of music including world, trance, funk, disco, rock, and more, and

fitness levels. In case of rain, additional class added at the end of

experience the joy of freely flowing Qi.

the session.

Location : Tice Valley Gym Classroom

Location : Civic Park Bridge Cul-de-Sac

Instructor : Calvin Yau Kaleonahe Ching

Instructor : Jan Diepersloot

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/7-7/19 Thu 5:00pm-6:15pm $75/6

7/19-8/23 Thu 9:00am-10:00am $63/6

5164

7/21-8/25 Sat

5165

No class 7/5

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9:00am-10:00am $63/6

Adult A d u lt

A d u lt 5 0 +

Tai Chi – Yang Short Form

Chair Yoga

Tai Chi is China’s #1 health and longevity exercise, based on

This class involves practicing yoga using a chair instead of the floor

martial arts and Yin/ Yang principles. It benefits bones, digestive

and is ideal for those who are challenged with mobility or for those

and lymphatic systems, balance, coordination, strength, and the

looking for an alternative to other yoga programs. Wear loose clothing,

Mind-Body connection. The Simplified Yang Style 24-Step Form

and bring a non-slip yoga floor mat to class. Before registering for this

was created for ease in learning and practice, and is appropriate

class, please call the instructor at (925) 462-5285.

for both beginners and students with prior knowledge

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

Instructor : Marcia Conroy

Instructor : Adam Wallace

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/4-7/2

Mon 9:00am-10:00am $73/5

5194

7/23-8/27 Mon 9:00am-10:00am $87/6

5196

6/7-8/16

Thu

10:15am-11:15am $97/11

5268

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Gentle Exercise

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Zumba®

Increase your mobility, vitality and well-being. Improve your flexibility

Zumba Fitness fuses hypnotic Latin/International rhythms and

with easy strength exercises. Get in touch with your body through

dance moves to create an exhilarating and dynamic fun-filled

movement-awareness. Tune the nervous system through conscious

interval training and toning hour. Zumba is known as the exercise

relaxation. Increase your vitality with deep breathing. This class is

in disguise. Beginners are welcome as the steps are very basic and

designed to accommodate all, from the fit to the frail. The exercises

easy to follow. Bring a towel and water to class.

can be done sitting or standing.

Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

Instructor : Janice Litvin

Instructor : Ziv Porat

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/5-8/28 Tue 7:30pm-8:30pm $120/13

6/8-6/29 Fri

1:00pm-2:00pm $35/4

5269

7/6-7/27 Fri

1:00pm-2:00pm $35/4

5271

8/3-8/31 Fri

1:00pm-2:00pm $43/5

5272

and range of motion through mild yoga stretches. Tone your muscles

5208

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Zumba for Beginners

A d u lt 5 0 +

Zumba is fun! It’s different, it’s effective, and it’s an aerobic

Gentle Yoga

workout. Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-tofollow moves to create a fun experience. You will forget you’re

It is never too late to begin yoga. Each individual will develop a unique

exercising!

yoga practice modifying it to fit their specific needs. The focus will include stretching to promote flexibility; asanas to enhance bone

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room

health; pose sequences to slightly increase heart rate; and restorative

Instructor : Jo Nash

poses to relieve stress. Wear loose clothing, and bring a non-slip yoga

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

floor mat as well as a firm blanket to class. Before registering for class,

6/6-7/11

please call instructor at (925) 462-5285

Wed

11:00am-11:45am $43/5

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10:30am-11:15am $51/6

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7/18-8/22 Wed

11:00am-11:45am $51/6

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7/20-8/24 Fri

10:30am-11:15am $51/6

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No class 7/4

6/8-7/13

Fri

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall Instructor : Marcia Conroy DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/5-8/14

Tue

11:00am-12:15pm $97/11

6/7-8/16 Thu 8:45am-10:00am $97/11

Location : Tice Valley Gym Exercise Room

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DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/5-7/10

Tue

11:00am-11:45am $51/6

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7/17-8/21 Tue

11:00am-11:45am $51/6

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Adult

Jewelry

A d u lt 5 0 +

Move to Improve your Balance Having good balance is one of the most important aspects of healthy aging. This class is based on the Feldenkrais Method, which uses creative and innovative movements that will feed and challenge your brain. There is extensive research that shows that balance can be greatly improved. These movements will be done sitting, standing, and walking. Learn to improve the quality of your life. Your instructor, who has been teaching for 20 years, will verbally direct the class through movements to improve your balance.

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Volumes, Voids, and Spaces Building on basic skills of jewelry making: sawing, filing, soldering and finishing, this class takes flat metal and moves it into three dimensions! We will focus on the particularities and techniques of creating three dimensional and hollow forms. These forms can be combined with other forms, flat shapes and cast elements to create works that are volumetric, work with interior spaces, and the absence

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

of form! Basic jewelry skills, at least one beginning jewelry class that

Instructor : Tancha McKnight

emphasized the above listed skills or related experience is required.

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio J

7/16-8/20 Mon 1:30pm-2:30pm $75/6

Instructor : Tina Rath

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TIME FEE/SESSIONS

CR#

6/18-8/8

2pm-5pm

5050

Mon, Wed

$305/15

No class 7/4

Seniorcise Low impact exercise for men and women. Enhance flexibility, strength, cardiovascular endurance, coordination, and balance.

Muscle toning with light weights. Bring a pair of 1- to 3-lb hand weights and come exercise to your favorite hits from big band through 1960s music.

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Paper Brooches Make art you can wear using repurposed cardboard, decorative papers, collage, your own artwork, paper mache, found images,

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

found objects and mixed media. These brooches are addictively

Instructor : Susan Funkhouser

fun to make and they use materials you probably already have!

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

In this class we’ll explore some of the possibilities inherent in the

6/4-8/27 Mon 3:00pm-4:00pm $68/13

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techniques listed above. Be sure to bring your materials to the first class!

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

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Instructor : Jeka Lambert

NEW | Senior Fitness

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Enjoy a total body workout designed with the older adult in

7/28-8/4 Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm $82/2

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mind. Improve your strength, agility, balance, stamina as well as cardiovascular endurance. All fitness levels are welcomed. Please bring 2-lb. weights to class.

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Wire Wrapping Cabochon

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Zelia Dos Santos

Learn the principles of wire wrapping a cabochon (smooth, domed

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

stones or glass pieces with flat backs) using square wire. How to

6/6-6/27 Wed 12:30pm-1:30pm $27/4

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8/1-8/29 Wed 12:30pm-1:30pm $33/5

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wrap a grooved piece of glass will also be demonstrated. This workshop will be helpful to glass fusers making jewelry. Some wire wrapping experience is helpful but not required. Tools and all supplies will be provided. There will be a $15 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Center for Community Arts Annex C

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Instructor : Jacqueline Dinner DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

8/18

Sat

10:00am-2:00pm $49/1

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Open Studio Jewelry Open to all experienced jewelers and current jewelry students.

Work independently on any jewelry or metalsmithing project

Personal Enrichment

of your choice and have access to all the tools the jewelry department has to offer. No instruction is included and participants provide their own materials. A monitor will be on site to make sure equipment is used properly and cleanliness of the space is maintained. For students doing casting there will be a $30 supply fee.

Location : Center for Community Arts Civic Park Studio J Instructor : Natalia Alexandrova DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/20-8/8 Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm $113,$60/7

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No class 7/4

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Music

Bridge Class: Bidding II In this fourth of four bridge classes offered throughout the year, you will improve your ability to bid to the best contract, including

13 yrs & up

preemptive opening bids and slam bidding. Whether you want to

Guitar in a Flash

play just for fun or are interested in serious competition, this class

Learn to play a perennial instrument, including effective playing

will elevate your enjoyment of bridge using a hands-on learning

postures, finger style and pick style techniques, reading tablature

approach developed by top teachers and players. Meet other

and standard music notation, while playing beautiful melodies.

bridge players and make new friends in a friendly and engaging

Acoustic nylon or steel string guitars preferred but electric guitars

learning environment. Instructor is an accredited bridge teacher

are acceptable if accompanied with a small practice amplifier.

and accomplished player. This class assumes basic bridge skills.

Open to teens and adults. No experience necessary.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

Location : Center for Community Arts Youth Art 1

Instructor : Grant Robinson

Instructor : Jonathan Mendle

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/18-8/6 Mon 7:00pm-8:00pm $102/8

6/14-8/9

Thu

10:00am-12:00pm $123/9

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Thinking Bridge: Summer Series An intermediate-level Contract Bridge class intended for those who play regularly. Uses hands-on teaching methods combined with mentored play to improve your bidding, declarer play, and defense. Focuses on reasoning and judgment; standard bidding used throughout. Lesson materials included. The instructor is a Sapphire Life Master and Master Bridge teacher. Come alone or bring your favorite partner. Prerequisites: Introduction to Bridge,

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

Bridge: Declarer Play and Bridge: Defense, or equivalent.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room Instructor : Grant Robinson DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/11-7/16 Mon 7:00pm-9:00pm $123/6

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7/23-8/27 Mon 7:00pm-9:00pm $123/6

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CPR & First Aid Combo Receive certification in both Community CPR and Standard First Aid. Both certifications are through EMS Safety Services and

Technology & Business

are good for two years. Class includes introduction in use of defibrillator (AED). Wear comfortable clothing. $10 supply fee due at class. Please bring a lunch and drink. Wear comfortable clothing.

Class is held at the Professional Education Center, 2905 Salvio Street, Concord, CA 94519.

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Tech Buddies: All about iPhones If you have an iPhone but want to learn more this hands-on class is for you. We’ll begin with the basics – how to use your

Location : Professional Education Center Classroom

iPhone’s buttons, controls, commands, and settings. Then we will

Instructor : Sandie Pettus

look at how to make and take phone calls, send and receive text

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

messages, and manage your contacts. Time permitting we’ll also

6/16

Sat 9:00am-4:00pm $65/1

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8/4

Sat 9:00am-4:00pm $65/1

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discuss some of the iPhone’s built-in apps, such as Siri, Calendar and Reminders. $5 supply fee due at first class. Bring to class your iPhone, passcode, and Apple ID and password.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room

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Instructor : Martha D. Strizich

NEW | Downsizing Made Easy

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Have you been saving things to pass on to your children, but now

7/5-7/12 Thu 1:30pm-3:30pm $78/2

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realize that they do not want them? Don’t take it personally. It’s not that they don’t love you, they just don’t love your stuff. This seminar will give you the tools and resources you need to start to go through these things and begin to clear them out. Determine what you would like to keep and what should be donated, sold, recycled and where to take them.

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Tech Buddies: iPad Fundamentals Learn all about the iPad in this small group setting, where you can get your individual questions answered by the instructor. In the

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

first meeting we’ll go over the iPad’s basic controls, commands,

Instructor : Jean Goldman

switches, settings and discover many of the exciting things your

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

iPad can do for you. In our second meeting we explore what you

6/12

Tue

10:00am-11:30am $43/1

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can actually do with your iPad and learn about some of the iPad’s most useful built-in apps, such as Siri, Calendar and iBooks.

Handouts included. $5 supply fee due at first class.

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Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room

NEW | Zentangle

Instructor : Martha D. Strizich

Zentangle is drawing; each class is a surprise of patterns and

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

techniques. Zentangle is not doodling. A Zentangle drawing is

6/7-6/14 Thu 1:30pm-3:30pm $78/2

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systematic and random and the same time. There are only four strokes to learn, i,c,s, and o. Students quickly find they have created beautiful art. “If I can draw something so beautiful when I was certain I couldn’t draw, I wonder: What else have I been telling myself I can’t do?” $27 supply fee due at first class. Optional to bring: “Strathmore” drawing pad, 8x10 or 6x8.

Location : Heather Farm Community Center Lakeside Room Instructor : Elaine Wegenka DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

7/11-8/1 Wed 1:00pm-2:30pm $87/4

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Tech Buddies: Intermediate iPad First, we go over some of the newer, more advanced features of the iPad and discover tips and tricks for using your iPad more efficiently. Then we delve into the world of apps – you’ll learn about the redesigned App Store, discover great apps for organizing, educating and entertainment, and learn how to find apps that match your interests. Other topics may include iCloud, Photo Sharing and Maps. Intended for those with basic iPad skills or iPad beginners class. $5 supply fee due at first class.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Martha D. Strizich DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/21-6/28 Thu 1:30pm-3:30pm $78/2

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Tech Buddies: Creating a Photo Book with Shutterfly Learn how to transform the pictures you’ve been taking on your phone/tablet into a beautiful printed photo book of memories using the digital photo website, Shutterfly. This class covers the basics of creating a custom photo book and how to open a free account. The instructor will contact you prior to class to walk you through creating a digital folder of pictures for your photo book. $5 supply fee due at first class. Bring your Windows PC or Apple Mac laptop to class. Prerequisite: basic computer/internet skills.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Martha D. Strizich DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/29

Fri

1:00pm-4:00pm $53/1

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Writing & Literature A d u lt

Creative Writing: Short Stories This class will teach students to look deep within their own experiences, both life-changing and ordinary, and it will also teach them to venture outward to carefully observe the world around them. By connecting with our own heartfelt and often buried emotions toward life events, both common and extraordinary, and by seeing how others deal with the traumas and joys we all face,

Scholarships Available!

Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

our creativity is set free, and honestly-written stories are bound to emerge.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room Instructor : Barbara Schoichet DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

6/11-7/30 Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm $203/8

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SPORTS

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Golf Coed (Beg/Int) Develop your skills with Boundary Oak Director of Instruction

Tice Valley & Foothill Community Gymnasiums

and former PGA tour player Dave DeLong. Golfers will learn fundamentals such as the swing, short game, rules and etiquette.

Tice Valley, Foothill and Walnut Creek Intermediate Gymnasiums

Class size limited to 10 to ensure quality instruction. Bring a nine

are available for public and private rentals. Book your special

iron or pitching wedge to the first class. Clubs provided upon

events (basketball/volleyball, practices) with us. For further

request at class. Class open to beginners and experienced golfers.

information call the Tice Gym rental line at (925) 256-3560.

Rain out make-up will extend the session out an additional week. $5 ball fee due at each class.

Location : Boundary Oak Golf Course Driving Range

Adult Drop-In Sports

Instructor : Dave Delong

Adult Drop-in Badminton

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

Location : Tice Valley Gym

6/21-7/26 Thu 6:00pm-7:00pm $99/6

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Dates Day Time Fee

6/4/18-9/7/18

Mon Wed Fri

9am-12pm

$5

No class : 6/29, 7/30-8/10

5 on 5 Basketball League Adult Basketball Leagues

(925) 943-5899 ext. 2426

Adult Drop-in Pickle Ball

Sunday 5-on-5

Location : Tice Valley Gym

To request a registration packet for Sunday night 5 on 5 or for

Dates Day Time Fee

6/4/18-9/7/18

Mon Wed Thu

Fri

9am-1pm

$5

9am-12pm $5

No class : 6/29, 7/30-8/10

questions about the adult basketball leagues, email allnutt@ walnut-creek.org. Games will be played at the Tice Valley Community Gymnasium. Individuals looking to join a team may be placed on a free agents list by emailing Wes Allnutt at allnutt@ walnut-creek.org. Free agents list is distributed to team managers as we do not place individuals on teams.

Adult Drop-in Basketball Location : Tice Valley Gym

Volleyball leagues

Dates Day Time Fee

6/4/18-9/7/18

Mon Wed Fri

9am-12pm

$5

No class : 6/29, 7/9-/12, 7/16-7/19, 7/30-8/9

Adult Volleyball Leagues

(925) 943-5899 x2426

Monday Night Coed League Wednesday Night Women’s 4’s To request a registration packet or for questions about the adult volleyball leagues, email Wes Allnutt at Allnutt@walnut-creek.org.

Adult Drop-in Volleyball (Tue)

Games will be played at the Tice Valley Community Gymnasium.

Location : Tice Valley Gym

Individuals looking to join a team may be placed on a free agents

Dates Day Time Fee

list by emailing Wes Allnutt at Allnutt@walnut-creek.org. Free

6/5/18-9/4/18 Tue

agents list is distributed to team managers as we do not place

9am-12pm $6

No class : 6/29, 7/30-8/10

individuals on teams.

Adult Drop-in Volleyball (Fri)

Turf & Dog Park Hotline

Location : Tice Valley Gym

(925) 256-3574

Dates Day Time Fee

6/15/18-9/7/18 Fri

7am-10pm $6

No class : None

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Prior to field or dog park use, all groups and individuals should call for updated conditions of all city fields and the Heather Farm Dog Park.

Adult

Sport/Fitness Groups Continental Little League (925) 210-6141

Baseball and softball programs for boys and girls aged 7-15. Log

Adults 50+ Programs

on to www.continentalbaseball.com for information.

St. John Vianney boys and girls basketball – call (510) 376-5423.

Giving in Gratitude: Monument Crisis Center

St. Mary’s boys and girls basketball, cross country, and track &

Giving in Gratitude is a new service group hosted by Walnut Creek

field – call (925) 256-8453.

Recreation giving those ages 50 and better the opportunity to give

CYO Sports

Jazzercise (925) 357-8667

Class is designed for all fitness levels and ages, with high- and low-impact options. Classes are ongoing. Registration is taken by Jazzercise anytime.

back to their community without a long-term commitment. The Monument Crisis Center is hosting our summer quarter service project. You will facilitate a bingo game and distribute food to older adults. Transportation is provided to and from the location, so please arrive at Civic Park Community Center at 7:30am. This

Location: Tice Valley Gym.

service project is from 8:00am to 12pm at the Monument Crisis

Mon-Sat: 9am

Center. Please bring a packed lunch. A t-shirt is provided for this

Mon-Thu: 6:15pm

event as well; sizes may vary. The return to Civic Park will include

Odyssey/Jrs. Girls Volleyball (925) 974-6219

Odyssey/VIP is a volleyball instructional program designed for 5th – 8th grade girls to learn or enhance their game. Email

light appetizers and refreshments at the afternoon “debrief.” More info will be sent to your email once you sign up or call Stacy Miller at (925) 943-5899 x-2123 for questions.

OdysseyVball@astound.net for more information.

Location : 1990 Market St, Concord, CA 94520

Walnut Creek Adult Softball, Inc. (925) 943-1955

DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

WCASI provides a recreational slow-pitch softball program at

6/8

Thu 7:30am-2:00pm $10/1

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Heather Farm Park. For more information, go to www.wcasi.org.

Walnut Creek Little League (925) 806-8242

Baseball and Softball programs for boys and girls aged 8-16. For more information, log on to www.wcbaseball.org.

Giving in Gratitude: Bay Area Crisis Nursery Giving in Gratitude is a new service group hosted by Walnut Creek

Walnut Creek Soccer Club admin@wcsc.org

Recreation giving those ages 50 and better the opportunity to give

The WCSC is a youth soccer organization only, with players ages

back to their community without a long-term commitment. Bay

6-18. For information, visit www.wcsc.org.

Area Crisis Nursery is hosting our fall quarter service project. You

Walnut Creek Youth Athletic Association (925) 933-4884

WCYAA offers recreational sports for boys and girls in grades K-11, including basketball, t-ball/baseball and summer soccer. Go to www.wcyaa.com for information.

will sort and distribute items for their annual yard sale fundraiser.

No experience necessary! Transportation is provided to and from the location, so please arrive at Civic Park Community Center at 7:30am. This service project is from 8:00am to 12pm. Please bring a packed lunch. A t-shirt is provided for this event; sizes may vary.

The return to Civic Park will include appetizers and refreshments at the “debrief.” More info will be sent to your email once you sign up or call Stacy Miller at (925) 943-5899 x-2123 for questions.

Location : 1506 Mendocino Dr, Concord, CA 94521 DATES DAY TIME FEE/SESSIONS CR#

9/13

Thu 7:30am-2:00pm $10/1

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Adults 50+ Pancake Breakfast

Bowling

Come and enjoy the best pancake breakfast in town. This event is

Beginner to advanced bowlers gather for recreational play and

held on the first Sunday of each month and is open to everyone.

exercise at Diablo Lanes in Concord on Tuesdays from 10:00am to

This popular community event plays host to families large and

12:00pm.

small, grandparents and friends alike. We stop serving at 11:45am, so be sure to come early!

Bridge

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

Open bridge for experienced players and those for haven’t played

DATES DAY TIME FEE

recently. Partners are not required. Players are rotated into the

6/3, 7/1, 8/5

group for that day’s play.

Sun

9:00am-11:45am

$3

Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room

Friday Social

DAY TIME

Mark your calendar for our monthly Friday Socials and treat

Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm

yourself to an afternoon of great entertainment. A delicious soup and sandwich lunch can also be purchased for $5. Lunch reservations must be made at least one week in advance of the lunch date by calling (925) 943-5851. Pay at the door. If your plans change, please cancel the reservation, which is only held until 11:30am. For those not having lunch, there is no charge to attend.

11:00am-1:00pm

$5

Bazaar Group This is a great drop-in opportunity to learn or share craft ideas while socializing with others and fundraising for the Club. Projects include a variety of crafts from decorative painting to crocheting

Open bridge for experienced players. Partners are not required.

Please contact Barbara Meyer at (925) 689-3591.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room DAY TIME FEE

Fri

12:00pm-4:00pm

$20

Card Making Workshop

to anything you would like to explore. This is a group of fun-loving

Come and learn new techniques for card making in this fun and

members who welcome newcomers. Materials for projects are

easy workshop. Pre-registration required. Register at the Civic Park

provided and items created are sold in the display case and at the

Community Center. Call (925) 943-5851 for questions. Please bring

Annual Holiday Boutique. Call (925) 943-5851 for information.

a pair of scissors and glue. All other supplies included.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

DAY TIME

DATES DAY TIME FEE

Wed 9:00am-3:00pm

6/25, 7/30, 8/27

Bingo

Club 55 Skiers

Enjoy a fun afternoon of Bingo with other Bingo lovers. Cards are

Enjoy mid-week rates, short lines and best of all, no driving!

sold separately for each session for $1 each. Paper games are also

Weekly ski trips are scheduled for Wednesdays, weather

played and are 25 cents for each square. This is a great activity for

permitting. We meet at Heather Farm Community Center at

keeping your brain healthy and challenged.

the large parking lot near the duck pond at 5:30am and return

Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room DAY TIME

Thu 12:30pm-3:00pm

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Marathon Bridge

registration through the Marathon Bridge coordinator is required.

DATES DAY TIME FEE

Fri

Tue 12:30pm-4:00pm

Players are rotated into the group for that day’s play. Pre-

Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall

6/22, 7/20, 8/17

Tue 8:30am-12:00pm

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Mon

9:00am-11:30am

$10

approximately at 6:30 p.m. To sign up for Club 55 contact Roger Lamm at rogerlamm@gmail.com.

Adults 50+ Creakers Softball

Let’s Sing

Come out and join the Creakers, our “Over 50” softball program.

Love to sing songs from the Big Band Era of the 1930s and 1940s

There are currently over 200 of us, displaying a wide range of skill

and enjoy Broadway show tunes. Join the fun and receive some

levels. We have open practices every Monday and Friday morning,

vocal instruction and have the opportunity to either sing as part

weather permitting, and league play, on Tuesday and Thursday

of the group or, if you would like, occasionally lead the group in

mornings, runs from April through September. With the exception

song. Short solo or duets are also available. Singing can lift your

of a rare game or two over at Rudgear, it all takes place on the

spirits and provide a sense of physical and mental well-being.

Heather Farm softball fields. Fee is $75 a year, the best bargain in

Drop-in visitors are welcome. Lyrics are provided. Volunteer

town. To learn more, contact Russ Mowrer, registrar, at (925) 935-

coordinator: Robin Wolf

8373 or via email at rdmow@att.net.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall DAY TIME FEE

Cycling Club

Fri

The Cycling Club meets Thursdays at 9:00am (8:30am June

1:30pm-3:00pm

$1

Mah-Jongg Drop-In

through August) for weekly rides. Walnut Creek Seniors club membership is required to participate. Contact coordinator Peter Culshaw at shotsfan@gmail.com for more information.

Come and play American Mah-Jongg with us! Both experienced and new learners are welcome. Players are encouraged to bring their Mah-Jongg sets.

Hooked on Books

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

If you love to read, enjoy talking about the books you’ve read and want to spend time with others just like you, then this is a great group to join. A wonderful club member, volunteer and avid reader has stepped forward to coordinate this program. We meet on the first Tuesday of the month to discuss our reading selections.

DAY TIME FEE

Tue

1:00pm-4:00pm

$1

Movie Matinee Enjoy popular, recently released feature length films on the first

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

Monday of each month. Your $1 admission fee includes a bag of

DATES DAY TIME FEE

freshly popped popcorn. Bring your friends. Reservations are not

6/5, 7/3, 8/7

required; however seating is limited.

Tue

1:00pm-3:00pm

$1

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

Investment Discussion Group All those interested in the market and investments are encouraged to join the investment discussion group to share experiences and insight with others. Visitors are welcome any time. No investing, this is purely a discussion group. We meet on the third Tuesday

DATES DAY TIME FEE

6/4, 7/2, 8/6

Mon

12:00pm-3:00pm

$1

Petanque

of the month. For questions, contact the Senior Club at (925) 943-

Learn to play this French game that’s a cross between bocce ball

5851 or group coordinator Wayne Slater at (925) 938-2705.

and horseshoes. It’s fun and easy, and no experience is required.

Meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge DATES DAY TIME FEE

6/19, 7/17, 8/21

Tue

1:30pm-3:00pm

$1

Location : Civic Park Community Center Back Patio DAY TIME Fee

Tue

2:00pm-4:00pm

$1

Pinochle Join a great group of card-playing men and women for a fun

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Our programs have a place for everyone, with scholarships available for residents and nonresidents of all ages. To apply, review the eligibility guidelines and fill out an application form at communityarts.org or walnutcreekrec.org.

afternoon. All ability levels are welcome including those who want to learn how to play.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Multipurpose Room DAY TIME FEE

Mon

12:00pm-3:30pm

$1

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Adults 50+ Screentime

Walking Buddies

Enjoy watching feature-length films which are followed by a

Enjoy the company of friends and exercise at the same time. The

discussion. You’ll view a variety of films featuring biographies,

Tuesday group is for all walkers on local trails for one to one-and-a-

musical programs, history, and documentaries. Your volunteer

half hours. The Thursday group is more strenuous for experienced

coordinator is happy to stay for a discussion afterwards with members

hikers lasting two to three hours or more. Some Thursday hikes that

of the audience who wish to share their thoughts and ideas about that

are out of the area require the consent of the coordinator.

day’s program. Meets the second Monday of the month.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lobby

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

DAY TIME FEE

DATES DAY TIME FEE

Tue

8:15am-12:00pm

$2

6/11, 7/9, 8/13

Thu

8:15am-12:00pm

$2

Mon

1:00pm-3:00pm

$1

Sing-A-Long

Hot Meals

If you love to sing in the shower and the idea of singing for fun

Hot Meals are served daily, and anyone over 60 years is welcome. Call

sounds attractive, then this is the group for you! Meet once each week

(925) 280-7310 from 10am to Noon one day ahead for a reservation.

to sing songs from the past including movies, musicals, and more.

Suggested donation is $3.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

Location : Civic Park Community Center Conference Room

DAY TIME FEE

DAY TIME

Fri

Mon-Fri 12:00pm-1:00pm

9:30am-11:00am

$1

No meal served 7/4

Snappy Cats Join the snappiest kazoo band in town! This fabulous group of musicians rehearses once each week and performs for area retirement

County Connection bus passes are available at the reception desk.

communities.

Check purchases only (checks payable to County Connection).

Location : Civic Park Community Center Assembly Hall DAY TIME

Care Management

Fri 9:00am-10:30am

The Care Manager can help you with a variety of senior resources, services and information on senior topics. Care Management

Tennis

appointments are available at the Civic Park Community Center the

Join other tennis players every Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:00am-12:00pm at Larkey Park for a fun morning of tennis. This is an ongoing program and open to all adults over 50.

third Wednesday of the month from 9:00am-11:30am. Call (925) 943-5851 to schedule your appointment. Spanish or Cantonese appointments can be accommodated upon request.

Deaf Seniors Club

Trivia Fan-Atics Do you enjoy the challenge of playing trivia? Want to have a good laugh and lots of fun while you exercise your brain? Then this is the activity for you! Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for a fun-filled afternoon of trivia challenge. This is a drop-in activity so no

Deaf seniors from all over the Bay Area gather to enjoy informative speakers, table and card games, and parties. For information contact the Deaf Seniors Club at (925) 326-4570. Contact the Seniors Club by calling (925) 943-5851.

registration is required. Your hosts will be Bob and Cindy Mohler.

Location : Civic Park Community Center Lounge

Location : Civic Park Community Center Social Hall

DAY TIME

DATES DAY TIME FEE

Wed 9:30am-4:00pm

6/6, 8/1

Wed

2:00pm-4:00pm

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$1

Adults 50+ Home Care Registry Home Care Registry is a free service provided by Senior Outreach that refers affordable home care workers to elders in need of assistance.

Call (925) 937-8311 for more information.

Walnut Creek Seniors Club Ready to jump-start your lifestyle? Join the Walnut Creek Seniors Club. You’ll discover exciting recreational, social and volunteer opportunities. More than 2,500 members visit Civic Park Community Center, a place for active adults age 50 and better,

Insurance Counseling Medical Insurance Counseling (HICAP) is held the second Wednesday and fourth Tuesday of each month from 12:30-3:00pm. Call (925) 9435851 for an appointment. Long Term Care counseling available at the WCSC.

where a dynamic, successful recreation program flourishes.

Benefits include a monthly newsletter which keeps members up-to-date on special events, classes, a variety of special interest drop-in activities, services and travel opportunities. For JanuaryDecember, annual dues are only $15. Club members enjoy discounts on special events, savings on local and international trips, access to lots and lots of activities, and free social services

Office of Aging Senior Information is available through the Contra Costa County Office on Aging. Call 1 (800) 510-2020.

Senior Legal Services Senior Legal Services are available by appointment the fourth Thursday of the month from 11:00am-1:15pm. Call (925) 943-5851 for your appointment.

Senior Peer Counseling Senior peer counseling is available for individual one-on-one,

including blood pressure checks, medical insurance counseling, income tax preparation, will preparation and legal advice. To join, come by Civic Park Community Center between 9:00am and 4:00pm, Monday - Friday, or call (925) 943-5851 for more information.

Drop-In Activities See activity descriptions for more info Mondays Pinochle: 12:00pm–3:30pm, Multipurpose Room Movie Matinee: 1:00pm–3:00pm, Lounge*

45-minute counseling sessions the first and third Tuesday of each

Screentime: 1:00pm-3:00pn, Lounge*

month from 10:00am-12:00pm. Call (925) 943-5851 for an appointment.

Tuesdays Bridge: 8:45am–12:00pm, Multipurpose Room

Transportation Services You can go many places in Walnut Creek with the Walnut Creek Seniors Club Mini Bus service. Just call (925) 933-1434 from 9:00am10:00am the day before you need a ride. For Monday reservations, please call the Friday before. Service runs Monday through Friday from 9:15am to 11:30am and from 1:00pm to 3:30pm. (Please note: due to Wednesday reservations having limited availability, we encourage you to make your medical appointments on most other

Bridge: 12:15pm–4:00pm, Multipurpose Room Walking Buddies I: Meet 8:15am, Lobby Petanque: 2:00pm-4:00pm, Patio* Mah-Jongg: 1:00pm-4:00pm, Assembly Hall

Wednesdays Bazaar Group: 9:00am–3:00pm, Multipurpose Room Trivia Fan-Atics: 2:00pm-4:00pm, Conference Room*

days of the week.) Please call (925) 943-5851 for more information.

Thursdays

You must be a Walnut Creek Seniors Club member to participate.

Bingo: 12:45pm–2:45pm, Multipurpose Room Cycling Club: Meet 9:00am

Wills Preparation

Walking Buddies II: Meet 8:15am, Lobby

Simple Wills Preparation is available by appointment on the first

Fridays

Monday of each month from 1:30pm-3:00pm. Call (925) 943-5851 for

Friday Socials: 11:00am–1:00pm, Assembly Hall*

an appointment.

Snappy Cats: 9:30am-11:00am, Assembly Hall Let’s Sing!: 1:30pm-3:00pm, Social Hall Sing-a-Long: 9:30am-11:00am, Lounge Marathon Bridge: 12:00pm-4:00pm, Multipurpose Room

SUNDAY Pancake Breakfast: 9:00am–11:45am, Social Hall* Bridge: 12:30pm–4:00pm, Multipurpose Room * See activity description for exact dates.

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Aquatics

AQUATICS CLARKE SWIM CENTER Located in Heather Farm Park 1750 Heather Drive, Walnut Creek (925) 943-5856 • Heated pools open year-round • Olympic size, 20-lane lap pool • Certified Professional Lifeguards on duty  • Heated changing rooms and showers  • Rentable classroom  • Seasonal diving pool with 1- meter diving board 

Recreational Swimming

• Seasonal children’s pool  • Seasonal in water inflatable obstacle courses  • Vending machines 

Children 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all

• Shaded lounge area(s) 

times. Horseplay is not permitted. Swimming instruction of any

• Rentable shaded picnic/party area  • Learn to Swim/enhance swimming skills & Water Safety Certification courses available

kind is prohibited.

Clarke Swim Center*

FACILITY CLOSED

Weekdays: June 11 – Aug.17; Weekends: June 16 - September 3

May 29 – June 3. July 7, 8. August 4, 5

Mon- Fri 1:00pm – 4:30pm

WEEKEND HOURS

May 28, September 3 SPECIAL HOURS

July 4: Lap Swim 9am-3pm. Rec Swim 11am-3pm

Sat- Sun 12:00pm – 5:00pm

*See facility description for closure dates Larkey Swim Center

Weekdays: June 11 – Aug.17; Weekends: June 9 - September 3 Rec swim & spray park Mon- Thu 12:30pm – 4:00pm, Fri 1:00pm - 5:00pm, Sat- Sun 12:00pm – 5:00pm

LARKEY PARK SWIM CENTER

Spray park ONLY (Splash pass fee applies)

Newly renovated!

Mon-Thu 10am-12pm

Mon-Thu 4:30pm – 6:30pm

Located by the Lindsay Wildlife Experience 2771 Buena Vista Avenue, Walnut Creek (925) 943-5861

Lap Swimming

• Newly renovated 25yr x 25m heated pool • 1 meter diving board

All swimmers must swim continuous laps, in the true tradition of

• All Abilities Splash Pad with play deck and slides 

lap swimming. Circle swimming will be enforced in order to

• Certified professional Lifeguards on duty 

accommodate more swimmers. Swimming instruction of any

• Renovated locker rooms with added amenities 

kind is prohibited. Fitness Center for use by adults, 18 and older.

• Family changing/restroom 

Closed toe shoes and clothing must be worn at all times.

• Outdoor showers 

Use at own risk.

• Rentable covered party area  • Shaded lounge area(s)  • Learn to swim/enhance swimming skills classes available WEEKEND HOURS

May 28. September 3.

SPECIAL HOURS

July 4. Rec Swim 11am-4pm July 28. Rec Swim 1:00pm-5:00pm

LAP SWIM (13yrs & older) Clarke Swim Center

June 11 – September 3, 2018 Monday - Friday

5:30am - 4:30pm

Monday - Thursday 7:00pm - 8:30pm Saturday - Sunday

11:00am - 5:00pm

*See facility description for closure dates

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Aquatics

Admission Fees Everyone entering the facility must pay an admission fee.

No refunds

DAILY ADMISSION FEES One time entrance – no in/out privileges.

Children (6 & under)

$3.50

Youth (7-17)

$4.50

Adults (18 & older)

$6.00

Lap Swim (13 & older)

$6.00

Larkey Spray Park Only*

$2.00

*Spray Park Only admission available at designated times. See facility Recreational Swim hours on pg 86 for details.

SPLASH PASS AT CLARKE SWIM CENTER Clarke Swim Center allows use of in water inflatable obstacle

Splish Splash Party Area Reservations Reserve table space for your poolside party at Clarke Swim Center or Larkey Swim Center. Pending location, rental includes covered picnic tables. Use of charcoal barbeque (supplies not included).

Admission for up to 20 guests duringrecreational swimming hours.

Packages starting at $210. Weekends: 12:00pm – 5:00pm Package information and reservations please call (925) 943-5899 ext. 2428 or email gerow@walnut-creek.org Looking for something inside? Poolside room rental also available throughout the year. Please call/email for pricing and availability.

FACILITY RENTAL PROGRAMS

courses and in/out privileges during Recreational Swim hours.

Newly Renovated Larkey Swim Center is GREAT for end-of-the-

Larkey Swim Center allows admission into Spray Park during

Swim Centers are GREAT for summer day camp/care recreational

Spray Park Only hours.

swimming opportunities. Call now to reserve your spot for hours

All Ages

$2.00 with admission fee

year private school parties, summer private swim parties. Both

of summer fun. Contact Sthomas@walnut-creek.org at (925) 9435899, x-2448 for more information.

Discount 15 Swim Passes Valid for 1 year. No refunds.

Valid at both Clarke & Larkey Swim Centers Children (6 and under) $45.00 Age (7-17) $60.00 Age (18 & older) $73.50 Lap Swim (13yrs & Older) $73.50 *Day Camp/Care Rec Swim $60.00 (*Contact sthomas@walnut-creek.org for more info.)

Inflatable Pool Obstacle Courses!

At Clarke Swim Center These inflatable obstacle courses are sure to make this summer a fun and exciting recreational swimming experience. The adventure

Lap Swim/Fitness Center DISCOUNT Monthly Pass Monthly (based on 30 days) $65.00 6 Month

(based on 182 days) $375.00

Annual

(based on 357 days) $714.00

goes above and beyond the swimming experience with climbing, hurdling, racing, sliding and swinging for a splashing good time.

Add these inflatable obstacle courses, park, picnic, and playground access, to your day of swimming, for one low fee. $2 splash pass with admission.

THE DUAL RACER!

SUMMER RECREATIONAL SWIM PASS Unlimited use during recreational swimming hours at both Clarke Swim Center and Larkey Swim Center. Valid: June 9– September 4, 2018 Non-refundable, non-transferable.

Per Person $70 ($10 off if purchased by June 10)

The race is on! A spirited dash and splash on this exciting dual race obstacle with hurdles, logs, biff bash poles, hole in the wall and slide. Climb, crawl, race and finish with a SPLASH! THE HUIA SWING!

The Huia Swing includes a bounce entry with a log obstacle, a cross tube to an arch and finish with a SWING & SPLASH. Challenge yourself and your friends on this deceptive test of

Purchase Rec Pass before June 10 $10 Discount!

balance and coordination. Get to the end and ride the thrilling rope swing to splash in the deep!

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Competitive Programs

Registration Information

Walnut Creek Aquabears Swim Team

Registration begins May 14

The nationally ranked Walnut Creek Aquabears Swim Team is a

Online: www.walnutcreekrec.org

year-round U.S.S. (United States Swimming) competitive program.

Walk-in: Clarke Swim Center

Head Coach: Mike Heaney, www.walnutcreekaquabears.org

Mail to: City of Walnut Creek, Attn: Aquatics Registration,

(925) 939-5990

301 N. San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek CA 94598.

Scan and email to: recreation@walnut-creek.org No phone-in registrations accepted! Registration form on page 99.

Walnut Creek Masters Swim Team

Our Masters (ages 19-90) team is one of the finest and most fun in the country, providing a competitive swimming program and structured fitness program for adults of ALL abilities. *Drop-in: try any practice $8 (register at front counter). See team website for membership and practice times.

Head Coach: Kerry O’Brien, www.swim4wc.org, (925) 280-5421

Walnut Creek Aquanuts Synchronized Swim Team

BEFORE REGISTERING FOR SWIM LESSONS Please read the course descriptions and think carefully about the prerequisites. Placing your child in the correct class is crucial for his/her development. Please know that it may take your child more than one class session to graduate to the next level.

Transfers between classes are at the discretion of aquatics staff.

Parents may request transfers prior to the first day of the class.

The Walnut Creek Aquanuts is one of the most acclaimed teams

An evaluation may take place the first – third day of a session.

in international synchronized swimming and home of Olympic

Instructors reserve the right to re-place your child if needed.

champions. The Aquanuts provide a year-round program for all ages and abilities.

Head Coach: Kim Probst , www.aquanuts.org, (925) 934-4792

Walnut Creek Swim Club (WCSC)

Spaces cannot be “held.” To register please completely fill out the registration slip. List your second and third choices for classes. Full payment is required at time of registration.

AQUATICS REFUNDS

WCSC is one of the oldest and finest recreational swim teams in the county celebrating our 53rd year. We pride ourselves in creating an atmosphere where not only do swimmers improve but there is great family fun for everyone!

Refunds, minus a $10 service charge, are allowed up to 7 business days prior to the first class. If cancelation is within 7 days of the class start date, a swim center credit minus the $10 service charge, good for one year, may be issued. We do not give refunds

www.walnutcreekswimclub.org,

for weather or lack of participation. No refunds or credits will be

director@walnutcreekswimclub.org

issued once the class has ended. To drop a class due to a serious

Head Coach: Vicky Dewey

injury or medical issue, correspondence, in the form of a medical note, must be submitted before then end of a class session to

Exercise/Fitness Courses Water Aerobics Shape up and slim down with invigorating water exercise! Use the water’s natural buoyancy and resistance as an excellent form of exercise for those looking for something new or those with special considerations such as: pregnancy, arthritis, knee/joint problems or other special considerations. Swimming skills not required. All classes are 50 minutes long.

Location : Clarke Swim Center $66/12-class punch ticket (valid 2 years) or drop-in $7

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8:00am & 9:00am

Shallow Water Classes: Tue/Thu

8:00am

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heaston@walnut-creek.org or (925) 945- 5899 x-2438. Transfers between classes may be done upon available space in class. $10 service charge per transfer may apply.

Aquatics

Swim Lessons Ag e s 3 & o l d e r

Private Lessons $25

1 class

Days Vary

Clarke Swim Center

Work with an instructor one-on-one for 20 minutes. We focus on the things you want to learn. We encourage you to sign up for at least two private sessions. We cannot guarantee same instructor for each session. Instructors will vary.

Mon 11:45am 4:00pm 4:25pm 7:20pm Tue 11:45am 4:00pm 4:25pm 7:20pm Wed 11:45am 4:00pm 4:25pm 7:20pm Thu 11:45am 4:00pm 4:25pm 7:20pm Sat 11:00am 11:25am 11:50am 12:15pm 12:40pm Sun 11:00am 11:25am

$25

1 class

Mon 10:00am 10:35am 11:10am 11:45am Tue 10:00am 10:35am 11:10am 11:45am Wed 10:00am 10:35am 11:10am 11:45am Thu 10:00am 10:35am 11:10am 11:45am

6/18 2 2 2 4 6/19 2 2 2 4 6/20 2 2 2 4 6/21 2 2 2 4

6/25 2 2 2 4 6/26 2 2 2 4 6/27 2 2 2 4 6/28 2 2 2 4

6/23

6/30

2 2 2

2 2

2 2

2 2 2

7/2 2 2 2 4 7/3 2 2 2 4 7/4 ------------7/5 2 2 2 4 7/14 2 2

6/24 2 2

7/1 2 2

7/15 2 2

Days Vary

6/18 1 1 1 1 6/19 1 1 1 1 6/20 1 1 1 1 6/21 1 1 1 1

6/25 1 1 1 1 6/26 1 1 1 1 6/27 1 1 1 1 6/28 1 1 1 1

2 2 2

7/9 2 2 2 4 7/10 2 2 2 4 7/11 2 2 2 4 7/12 2 2 2 4 7/21 2 2

7/16 2 2 2 4 7/17 2 2 2 4 7/18 2 2 2 4 7/19 2 2 2 4 7/28 2 2

7/23 2 2 2 4 7/24 2 2 2 4 7/25 2 2 2 4 7/26 2 2 2 4 8/11 2 2

7/22 2 2

8/29 2 2

7/16 1 1 1 1 7/17 1 1 1 1 7/18 1 1 1 1 7/19 1 1 1 1

2 2 2

2 2 2

8/6 2 2 2 4 8/7 2 2 2 4 8/8 2 2 2 4 8/9 2 2 2 4

8/13 ---2 2 4 8/14 ---2 2 4 8/15 ---2 2 4 8/16 ---2 2 4

---2 2 4 8/23 ---2 2 4

2 2 2 2 2

2 2 2 2 2

2 2 2 2 2

8/12 2 2

7/30 2 2 2 4 7/31 2 2 2 4 8/1 2 2 2 4 8/2 2 2 2 4 8/18 2 2 2 2 2 8/19 2 2

2 2

2 2

2 2

7/23 1 1 1 1 7/24 1 1 1 1 7/25 1 1 1 1 7/26 1 1 1 1

7/30 1 1 1 1 7/31 1 1 1 1 8/1 1 1 1 1 8/2 1 1 1 1

8/6 1 1 1 1 8/7 1 1 1 1 8/8 1 1 1 1 8/9 1 1 1 1

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8/20

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larkey Swim Center

7/2 1 1 1 1 7/3 1 1 1 1 7/4 ------------7/5 1 1 1 1

7/9 1 1 1 1 7/10 1 1 1 1 7/11 1 1 1 1 7/12 1 1 1 1

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Swim Lessons

A G ES 3 - 5

Starfish

group Lessons

Water adjustment for young children. Playing activities in the water, students will work on bubble blowing, breath control, kicking (with support), floating (with support), and arm movement. $75:

8 classes Mon-Thu clarke swim center

Session Times

I 6/186/28

II 7/27/12*

III 7/167/26

IV 7/308/9

10:00am 5575 5576 5577 5578 10:35am 5579 5809 5815 5848 11:10am 5580 5810 5816 5849 11:45am 5581 5811 5817 5853 5:00pm 5582 5812 5845 5854 5:35pm 5583 5813 5846 5855 6:10pm 5584 5814 5847 5856 *Session II fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($66) $57

6 classes Mon-wed

Session Times

A G ES 6 m o S - 3 Y R s

Guppy Parent/toddler basic water orientation class. Both parent and toddler participate in this 30-minute class. Skills include water adjustment for parents and toddlers, holding techniques, entry and exit from the pool edge, games and songs. Floating, arm and leg movement, and breath control may also be included for older 8 classes Mon-Thu

Session Times

I 6/186/28

II 7/27/12*

$57

Clarke Swim Center

III 7/167/25

IV 7/308/9

10:35am 5574 5871 5876 5878 5:40pm 5870 5872 5877 5879 *Session II fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($50.25)

V 8/138/23

Sat** 6/168/11

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5881 ---

$43.50 6 classes (2 days/week 3 weeks) • Mon & wed • Larkey Swim Center

I 6/187/2

II 7/97/25

III 7/308/15

5:20pm 5882 5883 5884 --Session I fee pro-rated. No Evening class 6/20

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6 classes tue-thu

Session Times

I 6/197/5

II 7/107/26

III 7/318/16

10:00am 10:35am 4:10pm 4:45pm 5:20pm

5591 5592 5593 5594 5595

5905 5908 5909 5910 5911

5912 5913 5914 5915 5916

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A G ES 3 - 7

I 6/197/5

II 7/107/26

III 8/318/15

5:20pm

5885

5886

5887

arm strokes, and independence in shallow water.

8 classes Mon-Thu clarke swim center

Session Times

$43.50 6 classes (2 days/week 3 weeks) • Tue & thu • Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

Prerequisite: Pass Starfish or ability to perform equivalent skills.

Fundamental skill building class. Students must be comfortable with floating on front and back with support and submerge head for at least 5–10 seconds. Class objective: float without support and recover to a vertical position. Continue to work on kicking, $75:

Session II fee pro-rated. No class 7/4

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Seahorse

**Sat session no class 7/7, 8/4

Session Times

II 7/97/25

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Larkey Swim Center

10:00am 5586 5859 5865 --10:35am 5587 5860 5866 --4:10pm 5588 5862 5867 --4:45pm 5589 5863 5868 --5:20pm 5590 5864 5869 --Session I fee pro-rated. No Evening class 6/20. $39 Session I fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 $48

toddlers. All this makes for a positive experience for the child. $57

I 6/187/2

V 8/138/23

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I 6/186/28

II 7/27/12*

III 7/167/26

IV 7/308/9

10:00am 5596 5918 5984 6086 10:35am 5597 5919 5948 6087 11:10am 5598 5920 5986 6088 11:45am 5599 5921 5987 6089 4:25pm 5600 5922 5988 6090 5:00pm 5601 5923 5989 6091 5:35pm 5602 5924 6052 6092 6:10pm 5603 5925 6084 6093 6:45pm 5604 5926 6085 6094 *Session II fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($66)

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lobster

continued

6 classes Mon & wed Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

I 6/187/2

II 7/97/25

$57

III 7/308/15

10:00am 5906 6102 6108 --10:35am 6098 6103 6109 --11:45am 6099 6104 6110 --4:10pm 5907 6105 6111 --4:45pm 6100 6106 6113 --5:20pm 6101 6107 6114 --Session I fee pro-rated. No Evening class 6/20. $39

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Session Times

I 6/197/5

II 7/107/26

III 7/318/16

10:00am 10:35am 11:45am 4:10pm 4:45pm 5:20pm

6180 6181 6182 6183 6184 6185

6186 6187 6188 6189 6190 6191

6192 6193 6194 6195 6196 6197

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6 classes tue & thu Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

I 6/197/19

II 7/107/26

III 7/318/16

10:00am 10:35am 11:45am 4:10pm 4:45pm 5:20pm

6115 6119 6121 6122 6123 6124

6125 6126 6127 6128 6129 6130

6131 6132 6133 6134 6135 6136

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Seal Prerequisite: Pass Lobster or ability to perform equivalent skills.

Increase endurance of front and back crawl. Students must be able to swim front and back crawl 15 yards, do 20 bobs, glide underwater, and tread water for at least 45 seconds. Class objective: continue with front and back crawl refinement, treading water, diving, and introduction of breaststroke and scissor kick. $75:

Session Times

A G ES 4 - 1 1

Lobster Prerequisite: Pass Seahorse or ability to perform equivalent skills.

Focus on unsupported front and back crawl skills. Students must be able to do front and back crawl strokes with support, 10 bobs, and float unsupported for at least 20 seconds. Class objective: introduce students to the basics of elementary backstroke, diving into deep water and treading water. Continue with front and back

I 6/186/28

II 7/27/12*

III 7/167/26

IV 7/308/9

10:00am 5973 5981 6143 6151 10:35am 5974 5983 6144 6152 11:10am 5975 6137 6145 6153 11:45am 5976 6138 6146 6154 4:25pm 5977 6139 6147 6155 5:00pm 5978 6140 6148 6156 5:35pm --------6:10pm 5979 6141 6149 6157 6:45pm 5980 6142 6150 6158 *Session II fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($66) $57

V 8/138/23 ----------6159 --6160 6161

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Session Times

I 6/187/2

II 7/97/25*

II 7/27/12*

III 7/167/26

IV 7/308/9

V 8/138/23 ----------6219 6220

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Session Times

8 classes Mon-Thu clarke swim center

Session Times

I 6/186/28

10:00am 6198 6203 6209 6214 11:10am 6199 6204 6210 6215 11:45am 6200 6205 6211 6216 5:00pm 6201 6206 6212 6217 5:35pm 6202 6208 6213 6218 6:10pm --------6:45pm --------*Session II fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($66) $57

crawl. $75:

8 classes Mon-Thu clarke swim center

I 6/187/2

II 7/97/25

III 7/308/15

11:10am 6221 6224 6227 ----4:10pm 6222 6225 6228 ----5:55pm 6223 6226 6229 ----Session I fee pro-rated. No Evening class 6/20. ($39)

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Session I fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($48) $57

6 classes tue & thu Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

I 6/197/5

II 7/107/26

III 7/318/16

11:10am 4:10pm 5:55pm

6230 6231 6232

6233 6234 6235

6236 6237 6238

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10:00am 6162 6168 6174 --10:35am 6163 6169 6175 --11:45am 6164 6170 6176 --4:10pm 6165 6171 6177 --4:45pm 6166 6172 6178 --5:20pm 6167 6173 6179 --Session I fee pro-rated. No Evening class 6/20 $39

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Aquatics A G ES 6 - 1 4

shark Prerequisite: Pass Lobster or ability to perform equivalent skills.

Polish key strokes and more endurance. Students must be able to swim at least 50 yards of free style, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, and 25 yards of butterfly kick. Class objective: introduce students to butterfly arms, closed turns, speed turns and more diving. By the end of this course, we hope students will be swimming with more ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over a greater distance (200 yards). $75:

8 classes Mon-Thu clarke swim center

Session Times

I 6/186/28

II 7/27/12*

III 7/167/26

IV 7/308/9

10:35am 6:45pm

6629 6631

6633 6634

6635 6636

6637 6638

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A G ES 6 - 1 2

Dolphin

Session Times

Prerequisite: Pass Seal or ability to perform equivalent skills.

Stroke refinement, coordination and endurance. Students must be able to swim at least 25 yards of front and back crawl, 15 yards of elementary backstroke and breaststroke kick, and tread water for one minute. Class objective: continue stroke refinement and endurance. Introduce breast-stroke arms, dolphin kick, open turns

I 6/186/28

II 7/27/12*

III 7/167/26

IV 7/308/9

V 8/138/23

10:00am 11:10am 6:10pm 6:45pm

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6 classes Mon & wed Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

I 6/187/2

II 7/97/25

III 7/308/15

11:10am 11:45am 4:45pm 5:55pm

6500 6503 6505 6506

6507 6508 6509 6510

6511 6512 6513 6514

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I 6/197/5

II 7/107/26

III 7/318/16

11:10am 11:45am 4:45pm 5:55pm

6530 6532 6533 6534

6536 6538 6539 6540

6543 6546 6547 6548

6 classes tue & thu Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

I 6/197/5

II 7/107/26

III 7/318/16

11:10am 5:55pm

6561 6563

6565 6624

6625 6627

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style and backstroke, and more depending on individual skill level.

8 classes Mon-Thu clarke swim center

Session Times

I 6/186/28

II 7/27/12*

III 7/167/26

IV 7/308/9

6:45pm 6531 6535 6537 *Session II fee pro-rated. No class 7/4

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6 classes Mon & wed Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

I 6/187/2

II 7/97/25

III 7/308/15

5:55pm 6544 6545 6549 ----Session I fee pro-rated. No Evening class 6/20. ($39) ---------

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Instructors will work with students at their own pace to develop basic swimming skills. Skills will include floating, kicking, free-

6 classes tue & thu Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

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Adult/Teen

$57

Session I fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($48)

III 7/308/15

A G ES 1 3 & o l d e r

$75:

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II 7/97/25

Session I fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($48)

8 classes Mon-Thu clarke swim center

Session Times

I 6/187/2

11:10am 6553 6555 6557 ----5:55pm 6554 6556 6559 ----Session I fee pro-rated. No Evening class 6/20. ($39)

and more diving. $75:

6 classes Mon & wed Larkey Swim Center

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Session I fee pro-rated. No class 7/4 ($48) $57

6 classes tue & thu Larkey Swim Center

Session Times

I 6/197/5

II 7/107/26

III 7/318/16

5:55pm

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GOLF

Experience Boundary Oak Catering Experience • Perfect location for Weddings, Showers, Anniversaries, Business Meetings, Fundraisers, Birthdays & Celebration of Life.

• Flexible banquet & meeting spaces that can accommodate group sizes up to 250 seated guests.

• Outdoor Ceremony Site available for weddings.

• Ample Complimentary Parking.

• Spectacular views of Mt. Diablo and the foothills of the East Bay. • Unique Dining Events held monthly including: 4th Friday’s, Easter Brunch, Mother’s Day Brunch and various holiday themed events.

Contact us at (925) 934-3600 x 21

Golf Experience • 18-hole Championship Golf Course.

• 5 sets of tees to accommodate any skill level of golfer.

• Lighted Driving Range includes a grass tee hitting area and a 12 stall covered hitting bay.

• Home to the LPGA/Girls Golf Junior Program and host facility for the First Tee of Contra Costa.

• Perfect facility to host your Corporate, Charity, Club or Fundraiser Golf Event.

• Host for the PGA Web.com Tour Qualifier.

For Tee Times Please Call (925) 934-4775 x 10 For Tournaments Please Call (925) 934-4775 x 13

3800 Valley Vista Road | Walnut Creek, CA 94598 | www.playboundaryoak.com

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WALNUT CREEK TENNIS CENTER HEATHER FARM PARK, 1751 HEATHER DRIVE • WWW.LifetimeActivities.COM • (925) 945-0105 • Registration begins May 14, 2018 • Office hours are Mon-Fri 8:00am-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-8:00pm • Register on line at www.LifetimeActivities.com or in the•office. • Two 6-week summer sessions run throughout the summer..

Adult Tennis

ADULT TENNIS CLASSES (16 & older) Sessions are 6 weeks long • Target ratio is 6:1 • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • *No classes on Wedesday, July 4 Level Day Time Session 1 Fee Session 2 Cardio Wednesday* 8:00-9:00am 6/13-7/18* $100R/$110NR 7/25-8/29 Cardio Wednesday* 7:00-8:00pm 6/13-7/18* $100R/$110NR 7/25-8/29 Cardio Friday 8:00-9:00am 6/15-7/20 $120R/$120NR 7/27-8/31 Cardio Sunday 8:00-9:00am 6/17-7/22 $120R/$132NR 7/29-9/2 Beginning Adult Monday 8:00-9:00am 6/11-7/16 $120R/$132NR 7/23-8/27 Beginning Adult Monday 6:30-8:00pm 6/11-7/16 $180R/$198NR 7/23-8/27 Beginning Adult Thursday 8:00-9:00am 6/14-7/19 $120R/$132NR 7/26-8/30 Beginning Adult Saturday 11:00am-12:00pm 6/16-7/21 $120R/$132NR 7/28-9/1 Beginning Adult Sunday 11:30am-1:00pm 6/17-7/22 $180R/$198NR 7/29-9/2 Advanced Beginning Adult Monday 8:00-9:00am 6/11-7/16 $120R/$132NR 7/23-8/27 Advanced Beginning Adult Monday 8:00-9:30pm 6/11-7/16 $180R/$198NR 7/23-8/27 Advanced Beginning Adult Thursday 8:00-9:00am 6/14-7/19 $120R/$132NR 7/26-8/30 Advanced Beginning Adult Thursday 6:30-8:00pm 6/14-7/19 $180R/$198NR 7/26-8/30 Advanced Beginning Adult Sunday 1:00-2:00pm 6/17-7/22 $120R/$132NR 7/29-9/2 Intermediate/Advanced Adult Monday 6:30-8:00pm 6/11-7/16 $180R/$198NR 7/23-8/27 Intermediate/Advanced Adult Tuesday 7:30-9:00pm 6/12-7/17 $180R/$198NR 7/24-8/28 Intermediate/Advanced Adult Wednesday* 12:00-1:30pm 6/13-7/18* $150R/$165NR 7/25-8/29 Intermediate/Advanced Adult Thursday 6:30-8:00pm 6/14-7/19 $180R/$198NR 7/26-8/30 Intermediate/Advanced Adult Friday 12:00-1:00pm 6/15-7/20 $120R/$132NR 7/27-8/31 Intermediate/Advanced Adult Saturday 8:00-9:00am 6/16-7/21 $120R/$132NR 7/28-9/1 Intermediate/Advanced Adult Saturday 3:00-4:30pm 6/16-7/21 $180R/$198NR 7/28-9/1 Intermediate/Advanced Adult Sunday 5:00-6:30pm 6/17-7/22 $180R/$198NR 7/29-9/2 Advanced Adult Wednesday* 8:00-9:00am 6/13-7/18* $100R/$110NR 7/25-8/29 Advanced Adult Thursday 8:00-9:30pm 6/14-7/19 $180R/$198NR 7/26-8/30 Advanced Adult Saturday 10:00-11:00am 6/16-7/21 $120R/$132NR 7/28-9/1 Advanced Adult Saturday 6:30-7:30pm 6/16-7/21 $120R/$132NR 7/28-9/1 Advanced Adult Sunday 3:00-4:00pm 6/17-7/22 $120R/$132NR 7/29-9/2 Late Night Drill Tuesday 9:00-10:00pm 6/12-7/17 $120R/$132NR 7/24-8/28 Late Night Drill Wednesday* 9:00-10:00pm 6/13-7/18* $100R/$110NR 7/25-8/29 Backhand/Net Game Friday 1:00-2:00pm 6/15-7/20 $120R/$132NR 7/27-8/31 Backhand/Net Game Saturday 3:30-4:30pm 6/16-7/21 $120R/$132NR 7/28-9/1 Doubles Strategy Monday 8:00-9:30pm 6/11-7/16 $180R/$198NR 7/23-8/27 Doubles Strategy Wednesday* 8:00-9:00pm 6/13-7/18* $100R/$110NR 7/25-8/29 Mixed Drill & Play Tuesday 8:00-9:00am 6/12-7/17 $120R/$132NR 7/24-8/28 Mixed Drill & Play Tuesday 6:00-7:30pm 6/12-7/17 $180R/$198NR 7/24-8/28 Ladies 3.5+ Wednesday* 7:30-9:00pm 6/13-7/18* $150R/$165NR 7/25-8/29 Ladies Drill & Play Tuesday 6:30-7:30pm 6/12-7/17 $120R/$132NR 7/24-8/28 Men’s Advanced Drill Thursday 8:00-10:00pm 6/14-7/19 $240R/$264NR 7/26-8/30 Men’s 3.5+ Thursday 8:00-10:00pm 6/14-7/19 $240R/$264NR 7/26-8/30 Super Seniors 55+ Friday 8:00-9:00am 6/15-7/20 $120R/$132NR 7/27-8/31 Specialty Shot Saturday 2:00-3:30pm 6/16-7/21 $180R/$198NR 7/28-9/1 Serve & Return Saturday 1:00-2:00pm 6/16-7/21 $120R/$132NR 7/28-9/1

adult PICKLEBALL at RUDGEAR PARK COURTS (Ages 16 & Older)

Fee $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR $240R/$264NR $240R/$264NR $120R/$132NR $180R/$198NR $120R/$132NR

Sessions are 6 weeks long • R=Resident,

NR=Non Resident • Match Play and Strategy Class requires instructor approval • Target ratio is 12:1 Level Beginning Advanced Beginning Match Play & Strategy

Day Thurs or Fri Thurs or Fri Thurs or Fri

Time 9:00-10:00am 10:00-11:00am 11:00am-12:00pm

Session 1 6/14-7/20 6/14-7/20 6/14-7/20

adult PICKLEBALL at tice valley gym (Ages 16 & Older) Resident • Target ratio is 8:1 Level Beginning / Adv Beginning Intermediate / Advanced

Day Saturday Saturday

Time 10:00-11:00am 11:00-12:00pm

Session 7/14-8/25 7/14-8/25

Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR

Session 2 7/26-8/31 7/26-8/31 7/26-8/31

Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR

Sessions are 7 weeks long • R=Resident, NR=Non Fee $105R/$116NR $105R/$116NR

Small Group Private Pickleball Lessons: $80 for group of 2-4 people (1hour). Single private lessons $45 (45 min) or $249 for a 6-pack.

Please call the office at 925-945-0105 for more details Registration: Online at lifetimeactivities.com or in person at the Walnut Creek Tennis Center. For more information, Please Call: (925) 945-0105 92

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tennis

Youth Tennis LITTLE TENNIS & ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT (Ages 4-6)

Sessions are 6 weeks long Target ratio is 5:1 • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • *No classes on Wedesday, July 4 Level Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis Little Tennis

Day Monday Tuesday Wednesday* Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Sunday

Time 4:45-5:30pm 5:15-6:00pm 4:45-5:30pm 3:15-4:00pm 3:15-4:00pm 9:15-10:00am 9:15-10:00am 2:00-2:45pm

Session 1 6/11-7/16 6/12-7/17 6/13-7/18* 6/14-7/19 6/15-7/20 6/16-7/21 6/17-7/22 6/17-7/22

Fee $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $83R/$91NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR

Session 2 7/23-8/27 7/24-8/28 7/25-8/29 7/26-8/30 7/27-8/31 7/28-9/1 7/29-9/2 7/29-9/2

Fee $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR $99R/$109NR

Fee $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $110R/$121NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR

Session 2 7/23-8/27 7/24-8/28 7/25-8/29 7/26-8/30 7/27-8/31 7/28-9/1 7/28-9/1 7/29-9/2

Fee $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR

LITTLE RALLYER (Ages 6-9) Sessions are 6 weeks long Target ratio is 5:1 • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • *No classes on Wedesday, July 4 Level Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer Little Rallyer

Day Monday Tuesday Wednesday* Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Sunday

Time 5:30-6:30pm 4:00-5:00pm 3:00-4:00pm 4:00-5:00pm 3:30-4:30pm 9:00-10:00am 4:30-5:30pm 8:30-9:30am

Session 1 6/11-7/16 6/12-7/17 6/13-7/18* 6/14-7/19 6/15-7/20 6/16-7/21 6/16-7/21 6/17-7/22

INTRO TO TOURNAMENT PLAY (AGES 6-9) Sessions are 6 weeks long Class is invitation only by tennis instructor • No online enrollment • Must sign up for at least 2 days offered per session • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • *No classes on Wedesday, July 4 Level Intro to Tournament Play Intro to Tournament Play Intro to Tournament Play Intro to Tournament Play Intro to Tournament Pay

Day Monday Wednesday* Friday Saturday Sunday

Time 4:00-5:00pm 4:00-5:00pm 4:00-5:00pm 11:30am-12:30pm 10:00-11:00am

Session 1 6/11-7/16 6/13-7/18* 6/15-7/20 6/16-7/21 6/17-7/22

Fee $132R/$145NR $110R/$121NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR

Session 2 7/23-8/27 7/25-8/29 7/27-8/31 7/28-9/1 7/29-9/2

Fee $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR $132R/$145NR

YOUTH TENNIS (Ages 7-15) Sessions are 6 weeks long Target ratio is 8:1 unless otherwise indicated • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • *No classes on Wedesday, July 4 Level Youth Tennis (7-12) Youth Tennis (7-12) Youth Tennis (7-12) Youth Tennis (7-12) Youth Tennis (7-12) Youth Tennis (10-15) (4:1) Youth Tennis (10-15) (4:1) Youth Tennis (10-15) (4:1) Youth Tennis (10-15) (4:1)

Day Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Sunday Wednesday* Saturday Saturday Sunday

Time 5:00-6:30pm 4:30-6:00pm 10:00-11:30am 1:30-3:00pm 10:00-11:30am 6:00-7:00pm 12:00-1:00pm 5:30-6:30pm 4:00-5:00pm

Session 1 6/14-7/19 6/15-7/20 6/16-7/21 6/16-7/21 6/17-7/22 6/13-7/18* 6/16-7/21 6/16-7/21 6/17-7/22

Fee $135R/$149NR $135R/$149NR $135R/$149NR $135R/$149NR $135R/$149NR $120R/$132NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR

Session 2 7/26-8/30 7/27-8/31 7/28-9/1 7/28-9/1 7/29-9/2 7/25-8/29 7/28-9/1 7/28-9/1 7/29-9/2

Fee $135R/$149NR $135R/$149NR $135R/$149NR $135R/$149NR $135R/$149NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR $144R/$159NR

Session 2 7/25-8/29 7/27-8/31 7/28-9/1 7/29-9/2

Fee $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR

JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT TEAMS (Ages 8-15) Sessions are 6 weeks long R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • Drop-In rate $30R/$33NR • *No classes on Wedesday, July 4 Level Jr. Development Jr. Development Jr. Development Jr. Development

Day Wednesday* Friday Saturday Sunday

Time 5:30-7:30pm 6:00-8:00pm 4:30-6:30pm 9:30-11:30am

Session 1 6/13-7/18* 6/15-7/20 6/16-7/21 6/17-7/22

Youth Badminton & Table Tennis (Ages 7-15) Level Badminton Table Tennis

Day Saturday Saturday

Time 10:00-11:00am 11:00-12:00pm

Fee $150R/$165NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR $180R/$198NR

Tice Valley Gym • 7 week sessions • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident Session 7/14-8/25 7/14-8/25

Fee $105R/$116NR $105R/$116NR

youth PICKLEBALL (Ages 7-15) Rudgear Park Courts • 6 week sessions • R=Resident, NR=Non Resident • Target ratio is 12:1 Level Youth Beginning Youth Intermediate

Day Friday Friday

Time 4:00-5:00pm 5:00-6:00pm

Session 1 6/15-7/20 6/15-7/20

Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR

Session 2 7/27-8/31 7/27-8/31

Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR

Registration: Online at lifetimeactivities.com or in person at the Walnut Creek Tennis Center. For more information, Please Call: (925) 945-0105

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Open Space

Open Space

Ranger-Led Programs Howe History Tour Sunday June 23, 1:00 to 2:30 pm, Howe Homestead Park From around the world James Howe lived an amazing life as an Associated Press correspondent before settling in Walnut Creek.

Hobbies such as winemaking, smoking meats, and pigeon flutes kept him busy here at “Gopher Gulch Ranch.” We will share stories about his amazing life and the historic events he saw and look at some of the photo displays in the Dutch Kitchen.

Reservations are not required. For more information contact Ranger Art Janke at Janke@walnut-creek.org.

Summer Night Hike in the Open Space Wednesday June 27 Join Ranger Corri Frazier for a hike under the beautiful night sky with a bright full moon overhead. You know, spring awakening happens at night also. Come check out the really wild Walnut Creek night life. You must make reservation for this program. The time and location will be given out to those who get on the list with Ranger Corri Frazier at frazier@walnut-creek.org. Be sure to dress for the weather.

Lime Ridge Monthly Hike Sunday August 4, 9:00 to 10:30 am, Lime Ridge Open Space Put on your hiking boots and grab some water, a snack, and a hat.

Programs are available for reservation upon receipt of this

It’s time to join Ranger Art Janke on a guided hike into incredible

brochure. If you are bringing a group of five or more then

Lime Ridge. The trails pass through oak woodlands, grasslands

reservations are required for all programs. Pets are not permitted

and inland scrub habitats that are home to a great variety of

at Ranger-led interpretive programs, camping or special events.

animals. Every month there’s something new to see and share.

Most programs are 1 – 1½ hours in length. Children under 16

Meet the ranger at the parking lot at the intersection of Ygnacio

must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Rain the day

Valley Road and Montecito Drive. Reservations are not required.

of the program or heavy rain in the days leading up to a program

Contact Ranger Janke at Janke@walnut-creek.org.

will cancel most programs. Please call the Ranger listed for more information or to confirm that weather has cancelled a program.

Open Space maps are available at ranger stations or by sending a message including your mailing address to dollard@walnut-creek. org.

Note: We expect to add spring wildflower walks and perhaps additional mountain bike programs to this spring’s list of

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Become a part of the Walnut Creek Arts+Rec family, and keep up

kiosks and on the Walnut Creek Open Space Facebook page for up

with all the latest news, activities and fun on Facebook!

to date information.

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On-Going Programs Getting to Know Your Neighbors Learn about some of our interesting and misunderstood neighbors that live in our Open Space. We are often asked questions about the critters that live in the Open Space and wander into your backyards. This is your chance to ask the Ranger questions about the animals that call our home their home and to learn how we can live in harmony with these neighbors that can sometimes be a nuisance. Meet in the Carriage Barn at Old Borges Ranch.

Skunks: Our Smelly Neighbors Saturday June 2, 10:00 to 11:00am

Raccoons: Raiders of the Unlocked Trashcans Saturday August 4, 10:00 to 11:00am

August Walk: Lime Ridge Open Space Saturday August 11, 8:00 – 10:00am Lime Ridge offers a variety of habitats for birds. Our hike will take

Monthly Bird Walks Join Ranger Dan Bylin to learn about our local bird life. While we search for birds we will discuss identification tips, behaviors,

us through grasslands, chaparral, oak woodlands and buckeye groves. With the different plant communities we never know what might show up. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Valley Vista Road across from Boundary Oak Golf Course.

habitat requirement and other interesting facts about our feathered friends. Be sure to bring binoculars and a small notepad to record your observations. Carry water and a hat, and wear sturdy shoes.

Farm Animal Fun at Old Borges Ranch

Rain cancels birding programs. For more information call Ranger

Saturdays June 16, July 21, August 25, 11:00am to 1:00pm, Old

Dan Bylin at (925) 943-5899 x-2162. Please see the schedule below.

Borges Ranch in Shell Ridge Come on up to Old Borges Ranch and discover what it takes to

June Walk: Acalanes Open Space Saturday June 9, 8:00 to 10:00am

care for our farm animals. You will get to assist the ranch staff in their daily animal chores and meet some of the Pleasant Hill 4-H members that own and care for the large animals. Help collect

We will bird watch the woodlands along Putnam creek. This is

the chicken eggs and clean the coop, clean and care for the goats

a good place for nesting songbirds including vireos, orioles and

and sheep, and learn how and what we feed all the animals. Come

flycatchers. Putnam Creek usually has water flowing in it year

prepared to learn while we work. Be sure to bring your work

round and is a magnet for wildlife. We will meet at the end of

gloves and wear sturdy shoes. Children must be accompanied

Sousa Drive.

by an adult. Reservations are required. Reserve your spot by contacting Ranger Dan Bylin at bylin@sbcglobal.net or (925) 9435899 x-2162.

July Walk: Old Borges Ranch Saturday July 14, 8:00-10:00am We will bird the ranch and riparian woodlands around Bob Pond

Old Borges Ranch Open “Historic” House

in search of orioles, kingbirds, and other summer visitors. This

Saturday June 16, July 21, August 25, 1:00 to 3:00pm, Old Borges

location provides great edge areas between grasslands and

Ranch in Shell Ridge

woodlands that create excellent habitat for a wide variety of birds.

Meet at the ranger station at the ranch.

Join us at the ranch as we open the Historic Ranch House doors for you to tour at your own pace. Open Space Ranger staff will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about the Borges family and their historic ranch.

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facility rentals CITY OF WALNUT CREEK

THE PERFECT LOCATION FOR YOUR NEXT

Special Occasion OR

CORPORATE EVENT

WEDDINGS, PARTIES, RECEPTIONS & MORE! WEDDINGS, PARTIES,

CORPORATE MEETINGS & MORE! THREE LARGE VENUES • Each over 3,000 square feet • Two locations in unique park settings • Capacities ranging from 200-300 guests • Facilities include kitchens and on-site parking • No preferred vendor list • Rental fees from $105 to $195/hour

MEETING ROOMS, CLASSROOMS & MORE! • Additional rooms accommodate 15-300 attendees • Projection screens and WiFi at most facilities

• Rental fees from $30 to $105/hour Facility Rental Office Heather Farm Community Center

(925) 256-3575 rentals@walnut-creek.org For more information, please visit

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lesher center for the arts & bedford gallery

Teen or Young Adult interested in theatre?

Join the Young REP Theatre Workshop celebrating its 45th year this summer! www.youngrep.org Call (925) 295-1400 to schedule an audition

1601 Civic Drive Downtown Walnut Creek (925) 943-7469 www.LesherARTScenter.org

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Registration where we are

online Available 24/7 Log onto www.WalnutCreekRec.org or www.CommunityArts.org

fax Registration, with VISA or MasterCard information to: (925) 938-7529 or (925) 944-3598 for Aquatics. mail 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. phone Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm (925) 943-5858 or (925) 9435846. (No phone registration available for Aquatics) Please have your class title, number and credit card information ready. walk-in Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm; Heather Farm Community Center, 301 N. San Carlos Drive, Heather Farm Park or Shadelands Art Center, 111 N. Wiget. Aquatics: Clarke Memorial Swim Center, 1750 Heather Drive, Heather Farm Park.

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Standards of behavior For the enjoyment and safety of everyone, the City of Walnut Creek expects all participants and spectators to treat the people and facilities connected with the program with respect and abide by all rules and direction from the staff. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for failure to abide by these standards. equal opportunity The City of Walnut Creek does not discriminate on the basis of disability in any of its policies, procedures, or practices. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission to, treatment in or employment in City of Walnut Creek programs and activities. For information about Walnut Creek’s equal opportunity policies, the process for filing of grievances or to request a copy of the City’s grievance procedures, contact ADA Liaison at (925) 943-5899 ext.2203. photos The City of Walnut Creek reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities, and program participants for potential future use. All photos will remain the property of the City of Walnut Creek and may be used for publicity or promotional purposes only.

Civic Park Community Center ............................................... 925.943.5852 1375 Civic Drive, 94596 Heather Farm Community Center ........................................ 925.943.5858 301. N San Carlos Drive, 94598 Shadelands Art Center........................................................... 925.943.5846 111 N. Wiget Lane, 94598 Tice Valley Community Gymnasium .................................... 925.256.3572 2055 Tice Valley Blvd. 94595 Arts Recreation Dept ............................................................. 925.943.5848 Center for Community Arts...................................................925.943.5846 Clarke Memorial Swim Center at Heather Farm ................. 925.943.5856 Dog Park Hotline .....................................................................925.256.3574 Facility Rentals ....................................................................... 925.256.3575 Field Conditions Hotline ........................................................ 925.256.3574 Larkey Swim Center .............................................................. 925.943.5861 Preschools............................................................................... 925.943.5846 Recreation Information/Park & Picnic Reservations ........... 925.943.5858 Seniors Club............................................................................ 925.943.5851 Seniors’ Volunteer Mini Bus...................................................925.943.1434 Skate Park Hotline.................................................................. 925.256.3584 Specialized Recreation .......................................................... 925.256.3531

CLASS LocationS Arbolado Community Park, Arbolado Drive at Doncaster, 94598 Delta Martial Arts, 2956 Treat Boulevard, Suite H, 94518 Elsie Green House & Home, 2954 Treat Blvd, Concord, 94518 Foothill Community Gymnasium, 2775 Cedro Lane, 94598 Heather Farm Preschool, 500 N San Carlos Drive, 94598 Park Place, 1395 Civic Drive, 94596 Professional Education Center, 2905 Salvio Street, 94519 Walnut Creek Intermediate, 2425 Walnut Boulevard, 94597 Walnut Creek Library, 1644 N. Broadway, 94596 Boundary Oak Golf Course.....................................................925.934.4775 3800 Valley Vista Road 94598 Walnut Creek Tennis Center ..................................................925.945.0105 1751 Heather Drive (Heather Farm Park) Open Space............................................................ 925.943.5899, ext. 2135 City Council Justin Wedel, Mayor; Cindy Silva, Mayor Pro Tem; Rich Carlston; Loella Haskew; Kevin Wilk City Manager Dan Buckshi Director of Arts & Recreation Kevin Safine Arts Commission Iasmine Abdennabi – Klauber; Glynnis Cowdery; Jane Emanuel; Ann Merideth; Anita Sagastegui Park, Recreation & Open Space Commission Jodi Davenport; Robert Kearsley; Brendan Moran; Arthur Oller; Fred Weston

CONFIRMATION

pre-registration

Registration FORMS

Inclusion Program

Confirmations will be sent for all mail-in, fax-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.

Pre-registration is required for participation in programs. Please do not attend a class if you have not been registered.

Registration forms received prior to the dates specified will not be given priority consideration; however, you may fax, mail, or drop off your form at any time.

Contact the Specialized Recreation Department two weeks before the start date of the class to arrange special accommodations:

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Preston Jones (925) 256-3531 or pjones@walnut-creek.org.

Registration Registration begins May 14

REGISTRATION FORM PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCOUNT

TEL (HOME) TEL (CELL/WORK) ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP EMAIL ADDRESS 1ST CHOICE PARTICIPANT NAME

M/F

DOB

ACTIVITY NAME

CLASS #

ACCOUNT #

2ND CHOICE

START DATE

CLASS #

EXP DATE

START DATE

CVV

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

Guardian

policies RefundS/creditS

• All credits on account are valid

• Supply fees are payable to the

with disabilities to participate in

• Refunds/credits are subject to a

for a maximum of one year.

instructor at the first class. Please

our programs. If you have any spe-

service charge of $10 per person,

• Failure to attend program or

do not include supply fees with

cial needs that may require specific

per class. Refunds are processed

“no-shows” will not be granted a

your registration fees.

accommodations, please call (925)

within three weeks.

refund/credit.

• Accounts with credit amounts un-

943-5858.

• Refunds will be considered if

• Refund policies may vary for 50+

der $15 that are eligible for refund

requests are submitted up to seven

(Seniors) programs.

will be remitted upon request.

• For payment plans (annual

days prior to the first day of class.

• For withdrawal requests received

fees

programs, camps, etc.), customers

after the refund period but prior to

•All courses and camp registra-

must provide a MasterCard or VISA

the first day of class, a credit valid

tions include a $3 administrative

for automatic payment processing.

for one year may be permitted for

processing fee.

In order to use a different method

use toward a future course.

• Fees must be paid in full at time

of payment, customers may pay

• Withdrawal requests after the first

of registration by cash, money

prior to any scheduled payment

class meeting are subject to partial

order, VISA, MasterCard or check

date(s).

credit less service charge and pro-

payable to the City of Walnut

rated course fees.

Creek, unless otherwise stated in

• No refund requests are accepted

program description.

after the last class meeting.

• All payments are processed upon

donations If you wish to make a taxdeductible donation to Center for Community Arts or Walnut Creek Recreation, please indicate so on your registration form. Thank you!

SCHOLARSHIPS Center for Community Arts Scholarships are being accepted

ADA Accommodations In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City

for Summer 2018. The deadline is June 11, 2018. Walnut Creek Recreation scholarships are accepted on an on-going basis.

receipt.

of Walnut Creek encourages those

Waiting lists

CANCELLATIONs

MAKE-UP CLASSes

QUESTIONS

Waiting lists are established once a class has reached maximum enrollment. If space opens or a new class is created, you will be notified.

A class may be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met. A full refund is available.

Make-up dates for missed classes will only be granted for class cancellations resulting from inclement weather or from direction of the Arts, Recreation Department.

Arts: (925) 943-5846 Rec: (925) 943-5858 Aquatics: (925) 943-5856 50+: (925) 943-5851 Specialized Recreation: (925) 256-3531

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Movies Under the Stars!

Bring your family for these special outdoor movie screenings. Movies begin at dusk, please do not bring pets. For further information: (925) 943-5858 or WalnutCreekRec.org.

Friday, July 13 Tice Valley Park

Coco

Friday, August 17 Civic Park

Moana

Friday, September 7 Tice Valley Park

Lion King

Friday, September 28 Civic Park The Junglebook

Walnut Creek Arts + Recreation • Bedford Gallery • Boundary Oak Golf Course • Center for Community Arts • Center REPertory Company • Lesher Center for the Arts • Walnut Creek Aquatics • Walnut Creek Recreation Learn more at walnut-creek.org/ArtsAndRec