Walnut Creek Recreation Activities Guide

Walnut Creek

Recreation Division

There’s still time to sign up for summer camp!

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Classes & Activities Registration for Summer Classes Begins May 16

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LET’S READ TOGETHER

It’s Picnic Season!

One City, One Book

Walnut Creek Reads 2011 The Mapping of Love and Death A Maisie Dobbs Mystery

by Jacqueline Winspear The seventh in the popular mystery series, The Mapping of Love and Death takes place in 1932 London and finds Detective-Psychologist Maisie Dobbs both investigating the WWI battlefield death of an American cartographer who fought with the British in France and searching for the young nurse who was his friend and confidant.

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Picnic season is in full swing during the warm summer months, so book your site today.

Heather Farm Park Small picnic area for up to 30 people: $55/day Large picnic area for up to 300 people: $275/day

“Highly recommended for historical mystery aficionados who enjoy intriguing whodunits wrapped in a wartime love story.”

READ the Book This SUMMER CELEBRATE the Book This FALL Copies of the book are available at the Walnut Creek (downtown) and Ygnacio Valley libraries, at the Rossmoor Library, and at local bookstores

Mark Your Calendar!

An Evening with the Author, Jacqueline Winspear Mon, Sep. 12

Larkey Park Medium picnic area for up to 75 people: $165/day Large picnic area for up to 300 people: $275/day All other picnic sites are available on a first-come/ first-served basis, free of charge.

For more information call 943-5858

For more information, visit www.WalnutCreekReads.org or call 925-938-1481

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Addresses of Class Locations Arbolado Community Park Arbolado Drive at Doncaster, WC

Bay Mountain Martial Arts 2956 Treat Blvd, Ste. H, Concord 94518 (925) 798-6235 Civic Park Community Center 1375 Civic Drive, WC 94596 (925) 943-5851 Clarke Memorial Swim Center 1750 Heather Drive, WC 94598 (925) 943-5856 Color and Image Studio 1430B Arroyo Way, WC 94596 (Behind Fuddruckers) (925) 933-3233 Dublin Iceland 7212 San Ramon Rd., Dublin 94568 (925) 829-4445

Table of Contents Heather Farm Community Center 301 N San Carlos Drive, WC 94598 (925) 943-5858 Heather Farm Preschool 500 N San Carlos Drive, WC 94598 (In Heather Farm Park) Larkey Park Swim Center 2771 Buena Vista Avenue, WC 94597 (925) 943-5861 Lindsay Wildlife Museum 1931 First Avenue, WC 94597 (925) 935-1978 Moksha Yoga Shala 2940 Camino Diablo, Ste 200, WC 94596 (925) 888-4140 Tice Valley Community Gymnasium 2055 Tice Valley Boulevard, WC 94595 (925) 256-3572 Cover Photo by: Kym Chappler

Arts, Recreation & Community Services Department

Mission Statement Together we create a better community through services that strengthen heart, mind and body

Information Activities Guide: The Activities Guide is published four times a year by the City of Walnut Creek Recreation Division as a community service. For comments and information, please contact the Recreation Division at 943-5858. Every effort has been made to insure the accuracy and completeness of the information and events in the publication. Updated information is available by contacting the Recreation Division or by accessing our website at www.WalnutCreekRec.org.

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 Chris Erdle, ADA Liaison,

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1666 North Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, or call (925) 943-5899, ext. 2203 (voice/TDD). Further information is available at our website: www.walnut-creek.org.

Photos: The City of Walnut Creek Recreation Division 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 Recreation Division and may be used for publicity or promotional purposes only.

Standards of Behavior: For the enjoyment and safety of everyone, the Recreation Division 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. The Recreation Division reserves the right to refuse service to anyone for failure to abide by these standards.

Features 2, 42 Children Infants / Preschool Ages 4, 5 Personal Enrichment Music 4 Dance 4 Health & Fitness 4-5 Martial Arts 5 Sports 5-6 Science & Technology 6 Preschools 7 Food & Cooking 7 Day Camps 8 School Age Children 8 Food & Cooking Martial Arts 9 Personal Enrichment 9 Dance & Music 9 Science & Technology 10-12 Health & Fitness 12 Sports 12-13 Summer Day Camps 13-15 Teens Teen Camp 15 Personal Enrichment 16 Specialized Recreation 16 Adults Dance & Music 17-18 Fashion & Beauty 18 Food & Cooking 18-19 Martial Arts 19 Health & Fitness 20-21 Personal Enrichment 21-22 Adults 50+ Arts & Crafts 23 Dance & Music 23 Events 23-24 Senior Club Information 24 Health & Fitness 24-25 Personal Enrichment 25-26 Sports 26 Senior Services 27 Drop In Activities 27 Open Space 28-29 Sports 30 Boundary Oak Golf Course 31 Aquatics 32-36 Tennis 37-39 Registration Form/Information 40-41 Civic Arts Education/Bedford Gallery 42 Summer Camps 43, 44

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Boundary Oak Golf Course 3800 Valley Vista Road, WC 94598 (925) 934-4775

Parks Make Life Better

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Music Together Big Kids

NEW | Baby Signs® Parent Workshop

This program with new curriculum from Music Together includes game songs, folk dances, jam sessions, dramatic play, and more structured work in rhythm and tonality geared for older children. Although this is a drop-off class, families still play an important role, joining children for the last 15 minutes to preserve a family musical experience. Learn how to support your child musically as he or she develops interests and skills in singing, playing instruments, creating, and dancing. Materials must still be purchased if you have another child currently enrolled in Music Together; materials include CDs, songbook, parent guide and more. Instructor: Music Together.

Age: 5y-7y $112 6 classes Classroom, Tice Valley Gym $ 87 Add’l siblings over 8 mos.old (as of class start) $40 lab fee per family due at first class Class 17155 Tue 2:00-3:00pm 6/28-8/2 Class 17156 Tue 3:15-4:15pm 6/28-8/2

Learn how to “talk to your baby before your baby can talk though the Baby Signs Program®.” This workshop will give you all the information needed to begin signing with your baby. Using “baby signs” can reduce frustration, build trust and strengthen the parent child bond. Once at home, parents/caregivers need to continue using signs with their child in order for the child to start to sign back. Dedication is the key! Certified Instructor: Andra Lekich.

Age: 1 month-2y $35 materials fee due at first class $52 1 class Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17177 Sat 10:30am-12:00pm 6/25 Class 17178 Sat 10:30am-12:00pm 7/9 Class 17179 Sat 10:30am-12:00pm 8/13

MUSIC Music Together A musical buffet! At any level of your child’s music development, whether newborn, toddler or preschooler, everything he/she needs for basic music competence is laid out both in class and in the materials used at home, for them to sample, learn from and enjoy.

Classes are mixed age-bring siblings together! Winner of Bay Area Parent Magazine’s “Best Children’s Music Program.” Now in its 21st year.

The materials fee per family includes CDs, songbook and parent guide DVD. Instructor: Music Together. No class 7/2, 7/4.

Age: 3mos-5y $102 6 classes Classroom, Tice Valley Gym $77 Add’l siblings over 8 mos. old (as of class start) Additional siblings under 8 mos. old can attend at no charge $40 lab fee per family due at first class Class 17208 Sat 9:15-10:00am 6/25-8/6 Class 17209 Sat 10:15-11:00am 6/25-8/6 Class 17210 Sat 11:15am-12:00pm 6/25-8/6 Class 17206 Mon 5:00-5:45pm 6/27-8/8 Class 17207 Mon 6:00-6:45pm 6/27-8/8 Class 17211 Tue 4:30-5:15pm 6/28-8/2 Class 17212 Tue 5:30-6:15pm 6/28-8/2 Class 17213 Tue 9:15-10:00am 6/28-8/2 Class 17214 Tue 10:15-11:00am 6/28-8/2 Class 17215 Tue 11:15am-12:00pm 6/28-8/2

DANCE Kinderdance® This program is a developmental dance, movement and fitness program. Each class begins with stretching and body isolations. We also include the basics of ballet, tap, floor acrobatics, creative movement and gross motor development while blending educational concepts such as numbers, colors, shapes and vocabulary. Attire: Girls-leotards and ballet shoes; Boys-shorts, T-shirts and ballet/gym shoes. Tap shoes optional. Instructor: Kinderdance. No class 7/4, 7/6, 7/7.

Age: 3y-5y $100 7 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 17149 Mon 10:45-11:45am 6/20-8/8 Class 17150 Wed 10:45-11:45am 6/22-8/10 Class 17151 Thu 10:30-11:30am 6/23-8/11

H E A LT H & F I T N E SS Gymnastics—Parent/Child This popular class, designed for parents and toddlers, will enhance your child’s motor development and confidence.

Emphasis is on movement, rolling, climbing, hanging and jumping. Parent participation required. Instructor: California Gymnastics. No class 6/14.

Age: 11/2y-3y $62 5 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17115 Tue 10:15-11:00am 6/7-7/12 Class 17116 Tue 10:15-11:00am 7/19-8/16

All fee courses include a $2 administrative processing fee.

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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

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

Instructor: California Gymnastics. No class 6/14.

Age: 3y-5y $62 5 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17117 Tue 11:00-11:45am 6/7-7/12 Class 17118 Tue 11:00-11:45am 7/19-8/16

Kindertots®

Ice Skating-Preschool

MARTIAL ARTS NEW | Karate Tots—Keeping Kids Safe This fun and innovative program is designed to help foster your child’s self-esteem, coordination, balance and focus. These critical components to keeping children safe are reinforced through fun skills and drills which make kids happy and eager to return. Instructor: Keeping Kids Safe.

Age: 31/2-5y $52 5 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 17217 Fri 5:30-6:15pm 6/10-7/8 $62 6 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 17218 Fri 5:30-6:15pm 7/15-8/19

Tiny Tigers Karate This program is a good base for your child’s journey into martial arts. Each week is themed and focuses on specific skills in a fun learning environment. Instructors are all black belts with over 5 years of teaching experience.

Classes are broken down into groups based on age if necessary. Participants will need to purchase a uniform on the first day of class for $35. Instructor: Bay Mountain Martial Arts. No class 7/4.

Age: 3y-6y $83 7 classes Studio, Bay Mountain Martial Arts Class 17163 Mon 6:00-6:30pm 6/27-8/15 $95 8 classes Studio, Bay Mountain Martial Arts Class 17164 Tue 3:30-4:30pm 6/28-8/16 Class 17165 Thu 5:00-5:30pm 6/30-8/18

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Toddling Around Mount Diablo Come toddle around local cities with us! This class is all about getting out and about to sample a variety of parks and activities that are locally available for you and your little one to enjoy together. Each week, we’ll try something new. On the menu: local parks, walks, Buchanan Field’s airport viewing area and making friends! Class is taught by the authors of Toddling Around Mount Diablo, and participants will receive a copy of the latest edition of their family guidebook. Siblings are welcome to attend for free.

Instructors: Brenna Shafizadeh and Sarah Becker. Meeting location schedule given at first class.

Age: 1mo-5y $36 4 classes Classroom, Clarke Swim Center Class 17110 Thu 10:30-11:30am 7/7-7/28

SPORTS Mini-Skyhawk Camp This multi-sport program gives young children a positive first step into athletics. Baseball, basketball and soccer are taught in a safe, structured environment with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Our Mini-Hawk games and activities were designed to allow campers to explore balance, movement, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. Skyhawks staff are trained to handle the specific needs of these young athletes. All participants receive a t-shirt and merit award.

The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 8:1.

Instructor: Skyhawks.

Age: 4y-6y Class # Field Times Dates $153 Mon-Fri Heather Farm Park Class 16551 Field 1 9:00am-12:00pm 6/13-6/17 Class 16552 Field 2 9:00am-12:00pm 7/11-7/15 Class 16554 Field 2 9:00am-12:00pm 8/8-8/12 $153 Mon-Fri Tice Valley Community Park Class 16553 Soccer Field 9:00am-12:00pm 7/18-7/22

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This class is designed for beginners as an introduction to ice skating. We will teach the proper way to fall and get up, forward/backward skating, and stopping. Instructor: Dublin Iceland.

Age: 3y-6y $80 6 classes Dublin Iceland Class 17111 Mon 10:00-10:30am 7/11-8/15 Class 17112 Wed 10:00-10:30am 7/13-8/17

Your child will enjoy a wide variety of activities designed to develop gross motor skills, creative movement, and physical awareness while learning numbers, colors, shapes and songs. Attire: leotards or gym shorts and ballet or other soft-soled shoes. Instructor: Kinderdance®. No class 7/4, 7/6.

Age: 2y $79 7 classes Classroom, Tice Valley Gym Class 17145 Mon 10:00-10:30am 6/20-8/8 Class 17146 Wed 10:00-10:30am 6/22-8/10

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

No class 7/4.

Parent & Me Soccer As you and your child participate in our fun, age-appropriate activities, your child will develop both large motor skills and socialization skills. A variety of activities designed around the game of soccer will be played each week. The fun happens on the field so you won’t have to watch from the sidelines.

Age: 2y-3 1/2y $89 8 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17097 Fri 4:45-5:15pm 6/24-8/12 Class 17098 Fri 5:20-5:50pm 6/24-8/12 $78 7 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17096 Mon 11:40am-12:10pm 6/27-8/15 $89 8 classes Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park Class 17099 Sat 11:00-11:30am Class 17100 Sat 11:35am-12:05pm

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Tot Soccer Young children will develop large motor skills while having fun running and kicking just like the big kids!

Age: 3 1/2y-4y $78 7 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17103 Mon 9:40-10:10am 6/27-8/15 Class 17104 Mon 5:15-5:45pm 6/27-8/15 $89 8 classes Class 17105 Thu Class 17106 Thu

10:05-10:35am 5:25-5:55pm

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$89 8 classes Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park Class 17107 Sat 9:00-9:30am 7/9-8/27

Pre Soccer Children will learn the basic techniques of soccer while building self-esteem and learning to follow instructions in a nurturing teaching environment.

Age: 4y-5y $89 8 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17133 Thu 10:35-11:10am 6/23-8/11 Class 17134 Thu 3:45-4:20pm 6/23-8/11 Class 17135 Thu 5:55-6:30pm 6/23-8/11 $78 7 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17131 Mon 10:10-10:45am 6/27-8/15 Class 17132 Mon 5:45-6:20pm 6/27-8/15 $89 8 classes Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park Class 17136 Sat 9:30-10:05am 7/9-8/27

Kidz Love Soccer Camp 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. Everyone is a winner as the week’s fun culminates in an age-appropriate ‘World Cup’ tournament. All campers receive a soccer ball and KLS jersey. Come each day with a full water bottle and snack. All campers must wear shin guards.

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer.

Age: 41/2y-6y $147 5 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 16586 Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm 6/13-6/17 Class 16587 Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm 8/15-8/19 KIDZ LOVE SOCCER WEATHER WATCH: In case of rainouts, please call the KLS Field Hotline at 888-372-5803 1/2 hour prior to your class start time. 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, credits will be issued.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Future Geniuses

Animal Families

Inspire young minds with the hands-on science program!

Tailored for pre-school and kindergarteners, this camp will use the scientific method to uncover the mysteries of motion and energy. We will experiment with everything from color to structures, and from music to space! Each day includes a related take home project that young geniuses will enjoy beyond class time. Come have fun in this interactive and engaging camp. Instructor: Mad Science.

Age: 4y-5y $211 5 classes Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool Class 16637 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 8/1-8/5

What is a mammal? Why do reptiles have scales? How do birds fly? Spend a week learning about animal families and meet live fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Each day we will discover what makes each of these animals special. Instructor: Lindsay Wildlife Museum.

Age: 4y-6y $127 5 classes Classroom, Lindsay Wildlife Museum Class 16627 Mon-Fri 1:00-3:30pm 6/27-7/1

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The Heather Farm classes are taught by Head Teacher Trish Konzak and her team. Trish has more than 20 years of experience teaching young children. Healthy snacks are provided by parents on a rotating basis. Children must be age-appropriate by 12/1.

Heather Farm Preschool, Heather Farm Penguins Age: 30-42mos Class 17719 Tue, Thu 10:00am-12:00pm $1,539 Bears Age: 36-47mos Class 17720 Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30-11:30am $2,502 Owls Age: 48-57mos Class 17721 Mon, Wed, Fri 12:30-3:30pm $2,502

Civic Park Preschool (Ponies) The “Ponies” are taught by Head Teacher Thea Sorscher and her team. Thea has 15 years of experience teaching young children.

Healthy snacks are included in the program fee. Children must be age-appropriate by 12/1 and toilettrained.

Park Place, Civic Park Age: 36-57mos Class 17715 Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30am-12:00pm Class 17716 Tue, Thu 8:30am-12:00pm Class 17717 Mon, Wed, Fri 12:30-3:30pm Class 17718 Tue, Thu 12:30-3:30pm

$2,862 $2,034 $2,457 $1,737

Fine Arts Preschool Fine Arts Preschool is taught by Kathy Faut, Julie Tadena and Karen Quesada and their teams. It is a developmental early childhood program using an integrated curriculum based in the arts that provides for a meaningful, experiential and creative learning experience for young children.

Children must be age appropriate by start of class.

Shadelands Art Center Ages: 24-33mos Class 17013 Mon, Wed 8:30-11:30am $2,556 Class 17008 Tue, Thu 8:30-11:30am $2,745 Ages: 34-45mos Class 17009 Tue, Thu Class 17012 Tue, Thu

8:30-11:30am 12:30-3:30pm

$2,250 $2,250

Ages: 46-57mos Class 17011 Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30-11:30am Class 17010 Mon, Wed, Fri 12:30-3:30pm

$3,456 $3,456

New students may enroll at any time up until April 1, 2012, and fees will be prorated based on actual start date for mid-season enrollment.

Payment plans available. Detailed information for Heather Farm and Civic Park Preschools is available at www.WalnutCreekRec.org or by calling (925) 943-5858. Detailed information for Fine Arts Preschool is available at www.arts-ed.org or by calling (925) 943-5846.

FOOD & COOKING Busy Bee Cooks Camp Enjoy five great days of cooking this summer learning recipes for a complete Greek dinner.

Recipes include Greek salad, dinner rolls, rice pilaf, grilled tofu/meat on skewers and custard rolls for dessert. Campers will not only learn how to safely use kitchen utensils and appli-

ances but also the importance of nutrition and proper clean up. Funds received by the Cooking with Kids Foundation for this class will go to support its work in bringing the program to underserved children at risk for obesity and diabetes. Instructor: Lynda Rexroat.

Age: 4y-5y $15 lab fee due at first class $139 5 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16615 Mon-Fri 11:00am-12:00pm 8/15-8/19

All fee courses include a $2 administrative processing fee.

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Well-rounded, nurturing, developmentally age-appropriate programs and curriculums for young children ages 24 to 57 months. We offer hands-on learning opportunities that develop and expand social/emotional, physical, and cognitive capabilities through creative learning experiences.

Group activities include the arts, with small focus groups exploring pre-math, science, and early language/literacy experiences.

Heather Farm and Civic Park Preschools are now part of Civic Arts Education programming. Doug Rowe, Civic Arts program supervisor, has been working with the teaching staff on this transition and will be supervising both programs as well as the Fine Arts Preschool at the Shadelands Art Center. The unique qualities and teaching staff of all three of these developmental programs will remain the same. We are excited about this new partnership and look forward to continuing the quality developmental education to which we are committed.

The school year runs August 29–June 1, though new students may enroll anytime up until April 1, 2012.

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

Age: 3y-5y $131 8 classes Back Patio, Heather Farm CC Class 16327 Mon-Thu 9:30am-12:00pm 6/20-6/30 Class 16328 Tu-Fri, Mon-Th 9:30am-12:00pm 7/5-7/14 Class 16329 Mon-Thu 9:30am-12:00pm 7/18-7/28 Class 16330 Mon-Thu 9:30am-12:00pm 8/1-8/11

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.

Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool Age: 4y-6y $84 5 classes Mon-Fri 9:00-11:30am Class 16331 Pirates 6/20-6/24 Class 16332 Diggin’ for Dinos 6/27-7/1 $71 4 classes Tue-Fri 9:00-11:30am Class 16333 Bugs & Butterflies

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$84 5 classes Mon-Fri 9:00-11:30am Class 16334 Under the Sea Class 16335 Cartoon Characters Class 16336 Wacky Week Class 16337 Local Heroes Class 16338 Imagination & Exploration

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Camp Little Walnut

Tenderfoot or Little Walnut?

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 to come back every morning.

Which program is right for your camper? Crafts and games, socialization, and tons of fun can be found in both programs, but there are some differences. Tenderfoot campers are a little younger than our Little Walnuts. If your child has not yet started preschool, Tenderfoot is a great start. Children who have had more school or play group experiences will find Little Walnut camp a perfect fit. Whichever camp you choose, our program leaders will make sure that your child has a wonderful summer!

See pages 12 & 13 for School Age Day Camps!

Spanish Camp

FOOD & COOKING

Let your child explore a new language in a camp full of adventure, music, art, stories, outdoor games, and more. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn Spanish. Summer campers’ imaginations will take them down to the ocean to swim with all the sea animals. Snack is provided, bring a lunch.

Instructor: Miriam Lattanzi. $7 lab fee due at first class Age: 3y-5y $242 5 classes Heather Farm Preschool Class 16566 Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm 8/1-8/5 Age: 5y-10y $242 5 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16568 Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm 7/11-7/15 Age: 5y-8y $242 5 classes Heather Farm Preschool Class 16567 Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm 7/25-7/29

Kids Cooking—Greek Dinner Enjoy five great days of cooking this summer learning recipes for a complete Greek dinner. Recipes include Greek salad, dinner rolls, rice pilaf, grilled/tofu on skewers and custard rolls for dessert. Campers will learn how to safely use kitchen utensils and appliances and the importance of nutrition and proper clean up. Funds received by the Cooking with Kids Foundation for this class will go to support its work in bringing the program to underserved children at risk for obesity and diabetes. Please mention any food allergies when registering. Instructor: Lynda Rexroat. $141 5 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC $15 lab fee due at first class Age: 6y-9y Class 16617 Mon-Fri 1:00-2:00pm 8/15-8/19 Age: 10y-12y Class 16618

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MARTIAL ARTS Cutting Edge Martial Arts

$62 6 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 17158 Tue 5:30-6:30pm 7/12-8/16 Class 17160 Fri 6:30-7:30pm 7/15-8/19 $62 6 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 17162 Sat 3:30-4:30pm 7/16-8/20

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 will develop self-esteem, self-discipline, safety awareness, respect and increased athletic abilities. Participants will need to purchase a uniform on the first day of class for $35. Instructor: Bay Mountain Martial Arts. No class 7/4.

Age: 7y-12y $101 7 classes Studio, Bay Mountain Martial Arts Class 17169 Mon 4:00-4:45pm 6/27-8/15 $115 8 classes Studio, Bay Mountain Martial Arts Class 17170 Tue 6:15-7:00pm 6/28-8/16

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT 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–6th 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 at least be entering kindergarten Martial Arts build strength, discipline and confidence.

Chess Camp The camp includes chess instruction for all levels. Emphasis is on the joy of the game but with a serious eye to the student’s progress. The program includes daily instruction and play plus tournaments and prizes. New material will be presented during each week of camp. All are welcome!

Instructor: Berkeley Chess School.

Age: 6y-11y $197 5 classes Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool Class 16569 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 6/20-6/24 Class 16570 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 7/18-7/22

DANCE & MUSIC Tahitian Drum & Music Experience the motions and songs of the Pacific Islands and learn the Polynesian culture.

Instruction includes dances from Tahiti and neighboring islands for all levels. Instructor: Lisa and Rey Aguilar. No class 6/18, 6/25, 7/2, 8/6.

Tahitian/Polynesian Culture Beg. Age: 6y-12y $50 6 classes Multipurpose Room, Civic Park CC Class 16982 Sat 9:30-10:30am 6/11-8/13 Tahitian/Polynesian Culture Int./Adv. Age: 6y-12y $50 6 classes Multipurpose Room, Civic Park CC Class 16983 Sat 10:30-12:00pm 6/11-8/13

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The Fall Activities Guide will be available by early August 2011.

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$52 5 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 17161 Sat 3:30-4:30pm 6/11-7/9

in the Fall. Our motto is: Building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and happy environment.

Instructor: Director Michael Glass and his wife Jeab.

Age: 5y-12y $110 4 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16571 Mon-Thu 9:30-11:00am 6/13-6/16 Class 16572 Mon-Thu 11:00am-12:30pm 6/13-6/16 Class 16573 Mon-Thu 12:30-2:00pm 6/13-6/16 Class 16574 Tue-Fri 9:30-11:00am 7/5-7/8 Class 16575 Tue-Fri 11:00am-12:30pm 7/5-7/8 Class 16576 Tue-Fri 12:30-2:00pm 7/5-7/8 Class 16577 Mon-Thu 9:30-11:00am 7/18-7/21 Class 16578 Mon-Thu 11:00am-12:30pm 7/18-7/21 Class 16579 Mon-Thu 12:30-2:00pm 7/18-7/21 Class 16580 Mon-Thu 9:30-11:00am 8/1-8/4 Class 16581 Mon-Thu 11:00am-12:30pm 8/1-8/4 Class 16582 Mon-Thu 12:30-2:00pm 8/1-8/4

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Be the best you can be! This fun and innovative program is open to all students and styles with no initiation fees.

Chief instructor and developer, Sensei Preston Jones (5th degree black belt), blends five traditions to bring you a fun and challenging, ongoing program that takes students from white belt to black belt at a pace they are comfortable with. This program works with character development as much as physical conditioning. Students from other styles will be recognized at their current rank. Equipment and uniforms are available for purchase at class. Instructor: Sensei Preston Jones.

Age: 6y-11y $52 5 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 17157 Tue 5:30-6:30pm 6/7-7/5 Class 17159 Fri 6:30-7:30pm 6/10-7/8

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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

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NEW | Animals of the World Join us as we explore a wide variety of mammals, birds, and reptiles. Find out where they live and how they are related to the animals that we have at the museum.

Discover all this and more as we journey around the world to find these amazing animals. Instructor: Lindsay Wildlife Museum.

Age: 6y-9y $152 5 classes Classroom, Lindsay Wildlife Museum Class 16628 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:30pm 7/11-7/15

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Crazy Chemistry We’ll explore and create exciting chemical reactions, make colorful concoctions and bubbling brews. Amaze yourself with magical temperature changing baggie science or growing ghost crystals. Study the chemistry involved in not-so-simple things like chalk and soap, and even experiment with the chemistry used by artists, spies and detectives! Chemists bring home a project each day. Instructor: Mad Science.

Age: 6y-11y $169 4 classes Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool Class 16635 Tue-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 7/5-7/8

NEW | Inventor’s Academy Each day campers are given a series of challenges they must overcome using basic materials, simple machines, tips from the world famous inventors and the most important thing of all-their minds. The camp involves a teambased approach to solving problems like, ‘If you were stranded on a desert island, how would you survive?’

Students must consider how to build shelter, find food and water, and protect themselves from the elements.

Discover and create! Instructor: Mad Science.

Age: 7y-11y $211 5 classes Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool Class 16640 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 6/27-7/1

Game Design: 3D Games Design two computer games while gaining an understanding of intermediate game development, from creating 3D models to creating game action and animated effects.

Each game has unique features to give realistic ‘inside-thegame’ feel. Take home your games to play on a Windows PC. Instructor: TechKnowHow. Age: 10y-14y $377 5 classes Heather Farm Preschool $15 lab fee due at first class Class 16631 Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:30pm 8/15-8/19 All fee courses include a $2 administrative processing fee.

Game Design: Arcade and Two-Player Games Create your own interactive computer games-an arcade action game and two-player racing game! You will design or import the characters, set up the levels, and create the game play by assigning actions to characters and events.

Add music, sound effects, and even cheat codes! Learn important concepts and skills of game design and computer science, while producing two high-quality games.

Take home your games to play on a Windows-PC. Instructor: TechKnowHow. Age: 10y-14y $377 5 classes Heather Farm Preschool $15 lab fee due at first class Class 16630 Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:30pm 8/8-8/12

Flight Academy Sign-up for Mad Science Flight Academy and explore the fundamentals of flight. Learn characteristics of the planets and discover the wonders of the Milky Way. See how air and wind affect kites, hot air balloons and parachutes. Discover the fundamentals of rocketry, the stages of rocket flight and experiment with huge water rocket launches.

We each build our own launchable rockets to take home. Take-homes include the new Mad Science Skyblazer rocket, a rubber band-powered airplane, a kite, a boomerang, a mini flying disc, and more!

Instructor: Mad Science.

Age: 6y-11y $211 5 classes Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool Class 16638 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 8/8-8/12

Engineering Fundamentals with LEGO® Camp Take a ‘crash course’ in Demolition Derby, enter the Sumo Wrestling Competition, design a Mighty Metropolis, challenge the Battle Track, build and race a Locomotive faster than a speeding Worm Drive. Explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and architecture while playing with your favorite creations.

Children will be given instruction, design challenges, and competitions appropriate to their facility with LEGO Technic and System components. Instructor: Play-WellTeknologies.

Age: 7y-13y $227 5 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16619 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 6/20-6/24 Class 16620 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 6/27-7/1

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Pre-Engineering with LEGO® Camp

LEGO® Green Engineering Design and build machines powered by alternative energy sources. Race solar cars, build a wind-powered electrical generation facility, enter the human powered vehicle competition, and invent a machine powered by stored elastic strain energy. Instruction will be provided by staff, but familiarity with LEGO Technic is desirable. Instructor: Play-Well Teknologies.

Age: 7y-13y $227 5 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16621 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 8/8-8/12

LEGO® Junkyard Challenge Your team will compete to design and build the fastest, strongest, smallest, largest, lightest, heaviest, most maneuverable, most durable, and coolest machines and structures to accomplish a variety of tasks. Familiarity with the LEGO Technic building system is desirable and can be obtained by attending Engineering Fundamentals camp. Instructor: Play-Well Teknologies.

Age: 7y-13y $227 5 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16622 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 8/8-8/12

LEGO® Sports Bots We will design and build motorized remote controlled sports bots to compete in rousing games of soccer, hockey, basketball, football, quidditch, and bocce, among others.

You may also invent your own sport. Instruction will be provided by staff, but familiarity with the LEGO Technic building system is desirable. Instructor: Play-Well Teknologies.

Age: 7y-13y $227 5 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16624 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 7/25-7/29 Build skills that last a lifetime.

Science Quest Science is all around us! Let’s see where we find fun science as we explore and experiment with chemistry, biology, physics, geology and ecology. Each day will bring new discoveries in a different branch of science. Meet animals that not only share our world but also their ‘secrets of science’ with us. Instructor: Lindsay Wildlife Museum.

Age: 9y-12y $152 5 classes Classroom, Lindsay Wildlife Museum Class 16629 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:30pm 8/1-8/5

Mad Machines & Robots Whether your child loves to build things or destroy them, this week of camp includes lots of both! The junior engineers will design and build structures using simple tools and their imaginations. Kids will even construct a geodesic dome big enough for all the campers to sit inside! Each camper will build robots to keep, all the while learning the science of robotics. Instructor: Mad Science.

Age: 8y-11y $30 lab fee due at first class $211 5 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16639 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 8/15-8/19

NEW | Secret Agent Lab This camp is a fun journey into the world of detection, spy science, and forensics. Campers will examine the science behind the spy tools made famous by the world’s greatest spies! We will reconstruct activities using scientific methods and use the science of cryptology to send and decode secret messages. Join the Mad Science Bureau of Investigations to help foil a burglary using state-of-the-art security techniques! Instructor: Mad Science.

Age: 6y-9y $211 5 classes Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool Class 16641 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 7/11-7/15

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Create a wrestling robot to compete in the ring, then reengineer it to be a battling bot and take on all challengers. Some familiarity with the LEGO Technic building system is desirable and can be obtained by attending Engineering Fundamentals camp. Instructor: Play-Well Teknologies.

Age: 7y-13y $227 5 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16623 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 7/25-7/29

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LEGO® Bash ‘em Bots

Design and build motorized machines, catapults, pyramids, demolition derby cars, truss and suspension bridges, buildings, and other constructions. Explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and architecture while playing with your favorite creations. This hands-on class is suitable for LEGO novices to LEGO “maniacs.” Returning students will work on new projects and challenges. Instructor: Play-Well Teknologies.

Age: 5y-6y $227 5 classes Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16595 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 6/20-6/24 Class 16596 Mon-Fri 9:00am-12:00pm 6/27-7/1

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NASA: Journey Into Outer Space

NEW | Zumbatomic®

Mad Science and NASA’s after school program is now a summer camp! From our atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, this hands-on program sends campers on a quest for exploration! Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Learn about the four forces of flight and the challenges of space travel. Camp includes a take home every day. Join us for Earth and Beyond, Astronaut-in-Training, Solar Launch, Eye on the Sky, and Space Voyage! Instructor: Mad Science.

Age: 6y-11y $211 5 classes Studio H, Heather Farm Preschool Class 16636 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00pm 7/25-7/29

Zumbatomic is Zumba’s dance fitness workout just for kids! Kids will be shaking, moving, rocking and jamming to Latin and international beats like reggaeton (Latin hiphop) salsa, calypso, cumbia, meringue, samba and more.

No dance experience necessary. All dance levels will have fun! Certified Zumbatomic Instructor: Janice Litvin.

Age: 8y-12y $39 4 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 17180 Mon-Thu 12:00-1:00pm 6/20-6/23

H E A LT H & F I T N E SS

Develop your skills with Head Golf Pro and former PGA Tour player Dave De Long. This beginning class is designed for new golfers with minimal experience. The group lessons cover fundamentals such as the swing, short game, rules and etiquette. Class size is limited to ensure quality instruction. Bring a seven iron to the first class.

Clubs provided upon request at class. Instructor: Dave De Long. No class 7/7.

Age: 6y-15y $77 5 classes Boundary Oak Golf Course $5 ball fee due at each class Class 17143 Thu 2:30-3:30pm 6/16-7/21

Ice Skating Camp Beat the heat and cool your feet.

Join us at Dublin Iceland for these one-week ice skating camps. Learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating.

Activities also include games, ‘Build a Summer Snowman’ contest, ice painting and more. You will even have your picture taken on the Zamboni Ice Machine and learn simple choreography for a show at the end of the week. Instructor: Dublin Iceland.

Jr Camp Freeze Age: 5y-7y $172* 5 classes Dublin Iceland Class 16588 Mon-Fri 12:30-3:00pm 7/18-7/22 Class 16589 Mon-Fri 12:30-3:00pm 8/1-8/5 Class 16594 Mon-Fri 12:30-3:00pm 8/8-8/12 Camp Freeze Age: 8y-12y $182* 5 classes Dublin Iceland Class 16590 Mon-Fri12:30-3:30pm Class 16591 Mon-Fri12:30-3:30pm *$20.00 off if registered by 6/1.

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Ice Skating—Youth This class is designed for beginners as an introduction to ice skating. We will teach the proper way to fall and get up, forward/backward skating, and stopping. Instructor: Dublin Iceland.

Age: 7y-13y $80 6 classes Dublin Iceland Class 17113 Mon 10:00-10:30am 7/11-8/15 Class 17114 Wed 10:00-10:30am 7/13-8/17

SPORTS Golf—Junior

NEW | Golf Camp with Dave DeLong Whether your child has never been on the course before or is an advanced junior golfer, the Dave DeLong Junior Golf Camp is the right place to develop the talents and skills necessary to become a better golfer while having fun.

During camp, your child will receive professional golf instruction from the basics of grip and stance to the finer points of swing mechanics while learning essential life skills in a supportive environment. In addition to access to Boundary Oak’s first class practice facilities, like an allgrass driving range and four practice greens. All campers will play 27-36 holes on the championship golf course.

The final day concludes out with an awards ceremony (parents welcome). Instructor: Dave DeLong, PGA member and Instruction Director at Boundary Oak. Age: 7y-16y $297 4 classes Boundary Oak Golf Course All golfer’s must bring equipment or equipment may be rented upon request for $35.

Class 16647 Mon-Thu* 7:30am-12:30pm 6/27-6/30 Class 16648 Mon-Thu* 7:30am-12:30pm 7/11-7/14 Class 16704 Mon-Thu* 7:30am-12:30pm 7/18-7/21 Class 16705 Mon-Thu* 7:30am-12:30pm 8/1-8/4 Class 16706 Mon-Thu* 7:30am-12:30pm 8/15-8/18 *Thursdays are 6:30-11:30am All fee courses include a $2 administrative processing fee.

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KIDZ LOVE SOCCER Soccer 1

$78 7 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17127 Mon 10:45-11:30am 6/27-8/15 Class 17128 Mon 6:20-7:05pm 6/27-8/15

Soccer 2 Be challenged by real soccer situations and venture into the fun tactical side of scrimmaging. Players will enjoy age-appropriate soccer matches and be guided by a KLS youth specialist. Themes such as attack and scoring goals, pace and possession, defense and transition as well as continued skill building will be explored on the field.

Age: 7y-8y $78 7 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17121 Mon 4:30-5:15pm 6/27-8/15

Skillz and Scrimmages Players will enjoy advanced skill building; dribbling, passing and shooting in a team play format. Each class will focus on scrimmages that emphasize application of finer technical points. All levels are welcome. Each participant receives a soccer jersey.

Age: 7y-10y $95 8 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17101 Thu 4:30-5:15pm 6/23-8/11 $95 8 classes Lower Bowl, Arbolado Park Class 17102 Sat 11:00-11:45am

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Kidz Love Soccer Camp Spend the week enjoying soccer in a fun, recreational environment. Learn and practice soccer skills including: dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. More experienced players will work on developing advanced dribbling skills and team tactics. The week’s fun culminates in an ageappropriate ‘World Cup’ tournament. All campers receive a soccer ball and KLS jersey. Come each day with a full water bottle and snack. All campers must wear shin guards.

Age: 7y-8y $147 5 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 16583 Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm 6/13-6/17 Class 16584 Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm 8/15-8/19 Age: 9y-10y Class 16585

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KIDZ LOVE SOCCER WEATHER WATCH: In case of rainouts, please call the KLS Field Hotline at 888-372-5803 1/2 hour prior to your class start time. 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, credits will be issued.

Skyhawks Sports Camps Skyhawks programs are designed to engage the imagination of young athletes. Our enthusiastic staff implements a unique curriculum, which allows for maximum participation and FUN. Skyhawks participants improve their fundamental skills through encouragement and non-competitive play. All Skyhawks participants receive a t-shirt and merit award. The participant-to-coach ratio range is approximately 10-12:1 depending on the sport. Instructor: Skyhawks.

Golf: Campers will learn the fundamentals of swinging, putting, and body positioning. We have simplified instruction so that young players can easily transition onto the golf course. All equipment provided.

Basketball: This skill-intensive program is designed for beginner to intermediate players. Using our progressional curriculum, we teach campers the skills they need both on and off the court.

$168 Mon-Fri Heather Farm Park Age 5y-8y 16555 Field 2 9:00am-12:00pm 6/20-6/24 16556 Field 2 9:00am-12:00pm 7/25-7/29

$153 Mon-Fri Tice Valley Community Gym Age 6y-8y 16560 Court 1 9:00am-12:00pm 7/11-7/15

Capture the Flag: Skyhawks puts a spin on a classic game, teaching young athletes strategy, rules of the game, sportsmanship and teamwork.

At week’s end, participants play for the Skyhawks Flag.

Flag Football: Campers will learn skills on both sides of the football including the core components of passing, catching, and defense—all presented in a fun & positive environment. The week ends with the Skyhawks Sports Bowl!

$153 Mon-Fri Heather Farm Park 16710 Field 3 9:00am 12:00pm

$153 Mon-Fri Tice Valley Community Park Age 6y-8y 16561 Flag Football Field 9:00am-12:00pm 7/18-7/22

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Baseball: Athletes will learn the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting, and base running in a fun, positive environment along with vital life lessons such as respect, teamwork and responsibility.

Soccer: The #1 camp for learning the fundamentals of the game. Using our progressional curriculum, campers will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step into soccer.

$123 Tue-Fri Heather Farm Park Age 6y-8y 16559 Field 1 9:00am-12:00pm 7/5-7/8

$153 Mon-Fri Tice Valley Community Park Age 6y-8y 16558 Soccer Field 9:00am 12:00pm 8/8-8/12

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Beginning players learn dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, age-specific defense, etc. 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. Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer. No class 7/4.

Age: 5y-6y $89 8 classes Soccer Field 2, Heather Farm Park Class 17129 Thu 6:30-7:15pm 6/23-8/11

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Day Camps

Walnut Creek Day Camp

Summer is the most memorable time of year for children. Kids will enjoy water, 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. Each week features a themed special event. A camp T-shirt is included with each registration. Children enjoy all-day excursions on Thursdays—dates and location subject to change.

Age 6y-12y

Drop-Off/Pick Up: Campers are dropped off at the school multi-use room every morning.

They are transported to Heather Farm Park each afternoon. Pick-up is always at Heather Farm Playground.

6/20-8/12—Bancroft Elementary: 2200 Parish Drive, Walnut Creek Regular Care 9:00am-4:30pm $254*/week Extended Care 7:00am-6:00pm $286*/week *Payment plans available for campers registered in two or more sessions.

Call (925) 943-5858 for more information.

Family Discount: $10 for each additional child enrolled in the same session.

Summer Fright Fest 6/20-6/24 Trip: Boomers and a movie Special Event: Halloween Fright Festival Carnival ($5 Fee) Regular: 16340 Extended: 16339

Through the Decades 7/11-7/15 Trip: California Academy of Sciences Special Event: Sock Hop and Ice Cream Social Regular: 16346 Extended: 16345

Dragons, Wizards, & Elves 8/1-8/5 Trip: Great America Special Event: Tournament of Champions Regular: 16352 Extended: 16351

Under the Sea 6/27-7/1 Trip: Waterworld Special Event: Ultimate Summer Beach Party Regular: 16342 Extended: 16341

Spy Training Camp 7/18-7/22 Trip: Discovery Kingdom Special Event: Scavenger Hunt Regular: 16348 Extended: 16347

Pirates Week 8/8-8/12 Trip: Roller-skating and a movie Special Event: “Aye-Aye, Captain” Regular: 16354 Extended: 16353

Wacky Week 7/5-7/8* Trip: Sky High/Bowling Special Event: Talent Show Regular: 16344 Extended: 16343 *$25 off for 4-day week

Summer Safari 7/25-7/29 Trip: Oakland Zoo and Roberts Recreation Area Special Event: SURVIVOR: Camp Walnut Creek Regular: 16350 Extended: 16349

Afternoon Adventure Camp

CAMP OVERNIGHTER Walnut Creek Day Campers and Heather Farm Adventurers are invited to participate in our 2011 Camp Overnighter. See the Summer Camp Guide for more details!

Age 6y-10y

Heather Farm Adventure Camp is filled with fun and outdoor excitement in a beautiful local setting. Our age-appropriate games, crafts and activities build confidence and inspire independence on a daily basis. Adventurers will enjoy exploring their creativity while making new friends. Each week includes special themed activities (see below) and adventures designed to delight children and keep them excited to come back every afternoon. Each day, our trained staff help campers build confidence and explore new ideas, while having a wonderful time. A camp T-shirt is included with each registration.

Back Patio, Heather Farm Park Fee: $149 per session 1:00-5:00pm Through the Decades Summer Fright Fest Dragons, Wizards, & Elves 7/11-7/15 Class 16358 6/20-6/24 Class 16355 8/1-8/5 Class 16361 Special Event: Halloween Fright Festival Carnival ($5 fee)

Under the Sea 6/27-7/1 Class 16356 Special Event: Ultimate Summer “Beach” Party

Wacky Week 7/5-7/8* Class 16357

Special Event: Sock hop and ice cream social

Special Event: Tournament of Champions

Spy Training Camp 7/18-7/22 Class 16359

Pirates Week 8/8-8/12 Class 16362

Special Event: Scavenger hunt

Special Event: “Aye-Aye, Captain”

Summer Safari 7/25-7/29 Class 16360

Note: All registrants will receive an information letter in the mail. Please fill out the emergency forms and return them prior to the first day of camp. Forms can be downloaded at www.WalnutCreekRec.org.

Special Event: Survivor: Camp Walnut Creek

Special Event: Talent show

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Age 9y-13y

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 self discipline. Focus is also on having fun and enjoyment of the sport.

Swimming (M, W, F), recreational games and field trips (Thu) are all part of each session. Multisport will include kickball, ultimate Frisbee, pickleball, badminton, ping pong and other non-traditional sports.

Family Discount: Drop-Off/Pick Up: Campers are dropped off at Foothill Community Gymnasium in the morning. $10 for each additional They are transported to Heather Farm Park each afternoon. Pick up is always at Heather Farm Park. child enrolled in the Foothill Community Gymnasium: 2775 Cedro Lane same session.

Regular Care 9:00am-4:30pm $254*/session Extended Care 7:00am-6:00pm $286*/session *Payment plans available for campers registered in two or more sessions. Call (925) 943-5858 for more information.

Week 1 6/20-6/24 Special Event: Halloween Fright Fest Carnival ($5.00 Fee) Thursday Trip: Boomers and a movie 16376 Golf Extended 16377 Golf Regular 16366 Tennis Extended 16367 Tennis Regular

Week 4 7/11-7/15 Special Event: Sock Hop and Ice Cream Social Thursday Trip: California Academy 16386 Multisport Extended 16387 Multisport Regular 16384 Tennis Extended 16385 Tennis Regular

Week 2 6/27-7/1 Special Event: Ultimate Summer “Beach” Party Thursday Trip: A’s game 16364 Multisport Extended 16365 Multisport Regular 16382 Baseball Extended 16383 Baseball Regular

Week 5 7/18-7/22 Special Event: Scavenger Hunt Thursday Trip: Discovery Kingdom 16372 Lacrosse Extended 16373 Lacrosse Regular 16370 Soccer Extended 16371 Soccer Regular

Week 3 7/5-7/8** Special Event: Talent Show Thursday Trip: Skyhigh and bowling 16368 Flag Football Extended 16369 Flag Football Regular 16374 Basketball Extended 16375 Basketball Regular **$25.00 off for 4-day week

Week 6 7/25-7/29 Special Event: Survivor: Camp Walnut Creek Thursday Trip: Oakland Zoo and Roberts Recreation 16504 Golf Extended 16505 Golf Regular 16392 Basketball Extended 16393 Basketball Regular

CAMP OVERNIGHTER See the Summer Camp Guide or visit www.WalnutCreekRec.org for more details on the 2011 Camp Overnighter.

Teen Camp

Looking for something to do during the summer? Don’t be bored, come to teen camp! Enjoy hanging out with your peers as you enjoy plenty of recreational activities, field trips* to various amusement parks, and swimming.

Build friendships and create memories with other local teens. This camp is designed for teens and is geared toward the independent teen. All registrants will receive an informational letter in the mail. Please fill out the Emergency forms and return them prior to the first day of camp. Emergency forms can be downloaded at www.WalnutCreekRec.org. *Trips subject to change.

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Week 7 8/1-8/5 Special Event: Tournament of Champions Thursday Trip: Great America 16388 Soccer Extended 16389 Soccer Regular 16378 Volleyball Extended 16379 Volleyball Regular Week 8 8/8-8/12 Special Event: “Aye-Aye, Captain” Thursday Trip: Roller-skating and a movie 16394 Golf Extended 16395 Golf Regular 16396 Multisport Extended 16397 Multisport Regular Week 9 8/15-8/19 (Age 6y-13y) Special Event: Sports Day Thursday Trip: Waterworld 16380 Bowling Extended 16381 Bowling Regular Note: All registrants will receive an information letter in the mail. Please fill out the emergency forms and return them prior to the first day of camp. Forms can be downloaded at www.WalnutCreekRec.org.

Grades 6-9

Drop-off and pick up is at the Gazebo at Civic Park $286 1 session Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm Mondays: Bowling, Pizza, Movie Wednesdays: Mystery Day Fridays: Waterworld USA Class Date Tuesday Thursday 16601 6/20-6/24 Boomers Discovery Kingdom 16602 6/27-7/1 Roller Skating Great America 16603 7/11-7/15 Boomers Great America 16604 7/18-7/22 Ice Skating Discovery Kingdom

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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT Junior Recreation Leader

Age: 13y-15y

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. Enrollment limited to one session. Please call (925) 943-5899, ext. 2424, for availability. No camp 7/4. $171 1 session Session One 6/27-7/15 Session Two 7/18-8/5

Babysitting for Beginners Learn the skills needed to be a trusted and responsible babysitter. Learn all about child development, bedtime strategies, discipline, 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.

Instructor: Suzy McCreary.

Age: 10y-16y $50 2 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17108 Mon-Tue 1:00-4:00pm 6/20-6/21

Lindsay Wildlife Camp Counselor Participate in Wild Times Summer Science Camp helping campers with their projects, activities and arts and crafts.

This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved at Lindsay Wildlife Museum during the summer months. Every day brings new adventures with live animals, science experiments and arts and crafts projects.

Age: 14y-17y $52 5 classes Community Room, Lindsay Wildlife Museum Class 16599 Mon-Fri 12:30-5:00pm 8/1-8/5

Looking for a new sport or want to brush up on your golf skills? See page 12 for the popular Junior Golf class and Golf Camp with Dave DeLong

All fee courses include a $2 administrative processing fee.

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Specialized Recreation Summer Day Camp

This summer camp is carefully designed for children, teens and young adults who have special needs. Our professionally-trained staff create a loving and nurturing environment for your child. Emphasis is placed on social interaction, recreational and educational activities, community involvement and weekly excursions.

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 and although our staff/volunteer to camper ratio is very high (3:1 or 2:1) this does not mean that we are able to provide 1:1 care for your child during the camp.

Registration: Please visit www.walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 256-3531 for a registration form. Sign up deadline is Friday, June 10, 2011. For additional information and pre-registration procedures on all other programs for children and teens with special needs, call Preston Jones, Special Recreation Coordinator at (925) 256-3531 .

Volunteers: We need your support. Program participants with special needs require a helping hand! Volunteers 14 years and older are needed for our Specialized Recreation Summer Day Camp Program which runs from June 27 to August 11, 2011. If you would like to get involved, please call Preston Jones, Coordinator at (925) 256-3531 to discuss the many opportunities available.

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Paper Boat Races Kayaking Camp Overnighter

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Line Dance

Argentine Tango

We have classes for many different skill levels.

Introductory classes are for the first-time line dancer and those wanting a slower-paced class. Learn the basic line dance steps and beginning dances. Continuing classes are for those who know the basic line dance steps and want to learn new dances being played in the area.

These classes are fast-paced with non-stop dancing.

Our intermediate class is for the experienced line dancer who wants to learn new line dances and review the classics. All classes are taught to reflect the experience level and interest of the class. Instructor: John Trentacosti. $37 5 classes Social Hall, Civic Park CC Introductory Class 16957 Wed 5:30-6:30pm 6/8-7/6 Class 17055 Wed 5:30-6:30pm 7/20-8/17

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 all dances.

Please wear leather-soled shoes. Instructor: Marcelo Solis. $47 5 classes Social Hall, Civic Park CC Beginning Class 16915 Thu 7:30-8:30pm 6/9-7/7 Class 16916 Thu 7:30-8:30pm 7/14-8/11 Intermediate Class 16917 Class 16918

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Ballroom Dance for My Generation This class is especially designed for ages 45 and up, but all are welcome. Have fun meeting people while learning or improving your fox trot, west coast swing, rumba, and cha-cha. Smile, step and sway into better balance and flexibility. Come join us on the dance floor! Leather-soled shoes recommended. Instructors: Barbara and Jerry Steck. $42 4 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 16919 Mon 6:00-7:00pm 6/6-6/27

Salsa & Latin Rhythms Dance For those who want to experience Salsa and any Latin Dance. Learn how to move your body, hips, and feet. We will cover techniques for posture and smooth movement.

Detailed instruction will allow you to lead or follow to any type of Latin rhythm. Great tips and lots of fun. Instructor: Marcelo Solis. $47 5 classes Social Hall, Civic Park CC Class 16972 Thu 6:30-7:30pm 6/9-7/7

Belly Dance—Beginning/Intermediate Strengthen your core muscles and learn the gorgeously fluid and ancient art of belly dance. Class will cover basic hip movements, traveling steps and veil work, as well as more advanced combinations and choreography for the continuing student. We will also discuss a variety of styles of Middle Eastern Music, basic rhythms and discuss belly dance history and culture. Come and learn this dynamic and exotic dance form and learn to move your body in ways you never thought possible! Instructor: Allison (Mielle) Randall. $112 8 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 16924 Thu 7:30-8:30pm 6/9-7/28

Dancing is a fun way to get your daily exercise.

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Tahitian Dance & Drumming 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. Student should be in fairly fit health without any major health issues. Instructor will inform students about where to obtain optional exercise fabric. Instructors: Lisa and Rey Aguilar. No class 6/18, 6/22, 6/25, 7/2, 8/6. $52 8 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Tahitian Ahuro’a Women Class 16977 Wed 6:30-7:15pm 6/15-8/10 $52 8 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Tahitian 1 Beginning Class 16981 Wed 7:30-8:15pm 6/15-8/10 Tahitian II* Intermediate Women and Men Class 16978 Wed 8:15-9:00pm

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Tahitian III* Advanced Women and Men Class 16979 Wed 9:00-10:00pm

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All About Social Ballroom, Swing and Hot Latin Salsa Have a great time and learn foxtrot, jitterbug, cha-cha, waltz, swing, 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 prepare you for any dance party or wedding. We change partners so you can meet new friends. Singles and couples are welcome.

Instructor: Anna Magid. No class 7/4. $77 6 classes Social Hall, Civic Park CC Class 16914 Mon 7:00-8:15pm 6/20-8/1

FASHION & BEAUT Y Best Face Forward Learn skincare and makeup techniques from a pro. Topics we’ll cover include: the latest skin care ingredients; problems such as rosacea, acne, brown spots and anti-aging treatments and solutions. The latest makeup colors and techniques will be presented.

Daytime and evening looks will be applied to two live models using the best tools of the trade. As part of the class you will be invited to a private one-on-one session at a later date.

Instructor: Diane Oles. $22 1 class Color & Image Studio Class 17006 Sat 9:00-10:30am 6/18

Color + Wardrobe: Just For You Learn which colors are really right for you. Based on the hue, value and chroma of your skin, hair and eyes, a palette of your best colors will be custom-made. In this class you’ll learn the difference between what you should and should not wear, what clothing pieces to select in each color family and how to combine colors in your wardrobe.

Also, you’ll learn to select the very best styles in jackets, skirts, pants, skirt and jacket length to compliment your unique figure. In addition, a capsule wardrobe will be custom-built . . . just for you. A swatch palette is to be purchased at first class. Instructor: Diane Oles. No class 6/16. $27 2 classes Color & Image Studio $59 lab fee due at first class Class 17007 Thu 6:30-8:30pm 6/9, 6/23

All fee courses include a $2 administrative processing fee.

FOOD & COOKING Asian Grill & BBQ Outdoor grilling is a popular cooking technique in Asia using rubs and marinades. Learn to season with Asian herbs and spices such as lemongrass, kaffir, five-spice, curry, and sweet soy as we make a variety of grilled foods from around Asia. Bring your sharp chef knife or cleaver, cutting board, hand towel, and beverage. Instructor: Chat Mingkwan. $52 1 class Kitchen, Civic Park CC $15 lab fee due at class Class 17202 Wed 6:30-9:30pm 8/3

Asian Vegetarian Fusion Cooking Using his cookbook Vegetarian Fusion, Chat invites you to join his quest for healthy eating. Let’s modify popular fusion East and West dishes into vegetarian-friendly meals and maintain the soul of both worlds. We will make dishes from French, Asian, Italian, Indian, Mediterranean and Swiss cuisines, making them healthier and more beneficial by using only vegetables and their by-products.

Bring your sharp chef’s knife or cleaver, cutting board, apron, hand towel, and your own beverage. Instructor: Chat Mingkwan. $52 1 class Kitchen, Civic Park CC $12 lab fee due at class Class 17201 Tue 6:30-9:30pm 8/9

Dim Sum Dim Sum means “a little bit of heart,” and these little savories and sweets surely gladden the heart and palate.

We will learn to use a variety of ingredients and seasonings to create popular items, such as pork and shrimp dumplings, BBQ pork buns, Chinese broccoli, and sesame seed balls. Bring your sharp chef knife or cleaver, cutting board, apron, hand towel, beverage, and a to-go box.

Instructor: Chat Mingkwan. $52 1 class Kitchen, Civic Park CC $12 lab fee due at class Class 17187 Wed 6:30-9:30pm 7/6

NEW I Japanese Cooking Series Apply the Japanese philosophy of simplicity to your culinary skills by learning the secrets of Japanese cooking.

You’ll learn to make fresh and light meals such as sashimi, sushi, and nigiri, as well as simple and easy soups and salads. Each night we’ll prepare a dinner featuring five Japanese dishes to savor and enjoy. Please bring a sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, hand towel and beverage.

Instructor: Chat Mingkwan. $132 3 classes Kitchen, Civic Park CC $35 lab fee due at class Class 17200 Tue 6:30-9:30pm 7/12-7/26

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International Crepes Crepes can be found in one form or another around the world, and they can be served as an appetizer, snack, salad, main entrée, or dessert. Learn how to make different batters and fillings and try your hand at various techniques in spreading and stuffing crepes. We will prepare the most popular crepes from a variety of world cuisines including blintzes with cheese sauce, Chinese mu chu, crepe Suzette with fresh fruit, Thai crepes, and Vietnamese moon crepes.

Bring your crepe pan, sharp chef’s knife, cutting board, apron, hand towel, and beverage. Instructor: Chat Mingkwan. $52 1 class Kitchen, Civic Park CC $12 lab fee due at class Class 17205 Wed 6:30-9:30pm 8/17

Vietnamese Cooking Series Using recipes from his book, Quick & Easy Vietnamese Cooking, Chat leads a Vietnamese taste exploration.

Vietnamese cuisine has an East meets West combination of subtle tastes and flavors. Let’s explore what makes Vietnamese cuisine so popular. Asian food is generally healthy, but Vietnamese is in the forefront. Learn to use fresh herbs and simple techniques to prepare popular Vietnamese dishes such as lemongrass chicken, hot and sour soup, clay pot shrimp, fresh spring rolls, green mango salad, and more. Instructor: Chat Mingkwan. $132 3 classes Kitchen, Civic Park CC $35 lab fee due at first class Class 17182 Wed 6:30-9:30pm 6/15-6/29

Homemade Ravioli You will learn to make homemade ravioli using two different methods: using a pastry cutter and fork and using a ravioli tray. One cheese filling will be demonstrated. The class will finish with a tasting. Students must have taken the Basic Pasta Class or already know how to make basic C h o o s e a v a r i e t y o f f r u i t s a n d v e g e t a b l e s e a c h d a y.

pasta. Bring: rolling pin, flour sifter, 2 forks, non-serrated knife, pizza cutter or pastry cutter, 12" long plastic ware (to carry pasta home in) apron, and wear closed, comfortable shoes. Ravioli trays and pastry cutters will be available in class to purchase. Instructor: Elizabeth DiGianfilippo. $47 1 class Kitchen, Civic Park CC $8 lab fee due at class Class 17240 Sat 11:00am-12:30pm 6/25

Intro to Pasta and Using Your Pasta Machine We’ve combined two of your favorite classes into one.

There’s nothing like the taste of fresh pasta. Experience the old world charm of pasta making using a few basic ingredients and a simple technique. If you bring your pasta machine to class you’ll also learn how to use it properly.

Learn through personalized attention and one-on-one instruction. You’ll finish your evening with a tasting; what could be better? Pasta machine is not required for enrollment. Instructor: Elizabeth DiGianfilippo. $42 1 class Kitchen, Civic Park CC $8 lab fee due at class Class 17238 Mon 6:30-8:00pm 6/20 Class 17239 Mon 6:30-8:00pm 7/11

MARTIAL ARTS Cutting Edge Martial Arts Be the best you can be! This fun and innovative program is open to all students and styles with no initiation fees.

Chief instructor and developer, Sensei Preston Jones (5th degree black belt), blends five traditions to bring you a fun and challenging, ongoing program that takes students from white belt to black belt at a pace they are comfortable with. This program works with character development as much as physical conditioning. Students from other styles will be recognized at their current rank. Equipment and uniforms are available for purchase at class. Instructor: Sensei Preston Jones. $52 5 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 17173 Tue 6:30-7:30pm 6/7-7/5 Class 17175 Fri 7:30-8:30pm 6/10-7/8 $52 5 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 17161 Sat 3:30-4:30pm 6/11-7/9 $62 6 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 17174 Tue 6:30-7:30pm 7/12-8/16 Class 17176 Fri 7:30-8:30pm 7/15-8/19 $62 6 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 17162 Sat 3:30-4:30pm 7/16-8/20

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Let’s put the best of both worlds together and make a scrumptious meal. Learn to pair tastes; match ingredients, employ various techniques and merge two culinary cultures in preparing a five course meal. Let’s mix Thai and French, Chinese and Italian, Japanese and Mediterranean, etc. and create dishes such as grilled seafood with mango ceviche, wild mushroom lemongrass soup, five-spice roasted duck salad, salmon steak with creme de cassis and baked philo banana with coconut caramel. Bring your sharp chef knife or cleaver, cutting board, apron, hand towel, and beverage. Instructor: Chat Mingkwan. $52 1 class Kitchen, Civic Park CC $15 lab fee due at class Class 17204 Wed 6:30-9:30pm 7/13

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H E A LT H & F I T N E SS

Shake Your Soul

Golf

This class is a unique holistic experience for anyone with any level of movement experience. This class is influenced by aerobics, connected to yoga and movement therapy, inspired by modern and African dance, and is set to an ever-changing list of eclectic world music. You will leave feeling joyful and alive while getting a great workout, increasing your body’s flexibility, endurance and cardiovascular health. Unleash the dancer within! Instructor: Megan Joseph. No class 7/4, 7/18. $92 8 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16974 Mon 6:00-7:00pm 6/6-8/8

Develop your skills with Boundary Oak Director of Instruction and former PGA tour player Dave DeLong.

Beginning golfers will learn fundamentals such as the swing, short game, rules and etiquette. Class size limited to 10 to ensure quality instruction. Bring a seven iron and putter to the first class. Clubs provided upon request at class. Instructor: Dave DeLong. No class 7/5, 7/7. $91 6 classes Boundary Oak Golf Course $5 ball fee to be paid at each class Beg/Int Women Class 17138 Tue 9:00-10:00am 6/14-7/26 Beg/Int Golf Coed Class 17139 Tue Class 17140 Tue Class 17141 Thu

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Feldenkrais Method: Awareness Through Movement Explore and expand your options for pain-free, easy ways of moving. We begin with comfortable, gentle movements that gradually evolve into movements of greater range and complexity. Participants can reduce or eliminate bodily discomfort and pain as they learn to move with greater ease. What you learn in this class is transferable to daily activities and to sports and recreation. Safe for all ages.

Please dress comfortably and bring a big towel and pillow.

Instructor: Tancha McKnight. $74 6 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16943 Thu 3:30-4:30pm 6/23-7/28

Tai Chi & Chi Gong Learn the ancient Chinese ways to health and longevity through meditation and exercise. In this class we use gentle movement and learn how to realign our posture, breathe for relaxation and stretch in stillness. Begin the beautiful routine of classical Yang style Tai Chi Chuan.

Appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. Instructor: Jan Diepersloot. $52 7 classes Bridge Cul-de-Sac, Civic Park Class 17093 Thu 9:00-10:45am 7/7-8/18 Class 17094 Sat 7:30-8:45pm 7/9-8/20 $52 7 classes Moksha Yoga Shala Class 17092 Wed 7:30-8:45pm

NEW | Pilates on the Ball This one time workout will teach you to use your abs!

Improve balance, coordination and strength in this challenging workout. Bring your own fitness ball to class (must be pre-filled with air before class begins). Instructor: Connie English. $14 1 class Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17216 Fri 9:30-10:20am 6/10

Pilates: Slow Method Magic Circle/Flexband The Magic Circle is a resistance ring designed to work your muscles together correctly to improve muscle tone and endurance while using the flexband for stretching and added arm and leg sculpting. Using the Slow Method you will increase your overall body strength, awareness, flexibility and coordination all in one enjoyable and dynamic workout. Flexbands available from instructor for $6. Magic circle shopping list provided in 1st class, not required until 2nd class. Instructor: Connie English. No class 6/13, 7/4. $110 9 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17043 Mon 9:30-10:20am 6/6-8/15

Pilates: Slow Method Flexband/Roller A blend of traditional Pilates mat work and the Slow Method, this class takes Pilates to a whole new level. The roller adds elements of self-massage, circulation, balance and control while the flexband increases resistance for arm and leg sculpting. Increase your overall body strength, awareness, flexibility and coordination all in one enjoyable and dynamic workout. Flexbands available from instructor for $6. (Expect to pay approx. $18 for a roller). Instructor: Connie English. No class 6/15. $122 10 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17041 Wed 9:30-10:20am 6/8-8/17

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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Experience yoga in its authentic form; a nourishing practice that integrates breath, movement, intention and exploration in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Yoga Heart is a practice that fosters our connection to ourselves, our community and our world through meditative movement; fluid and graceful, restoring inner balance, clarity, strength and ease. Beginners and more experienced yogis are welcome as the pace of this class is mindful and slow moving, yet revitalizing and awakening. Dress comfortably. Registration is open throughout the session.

Instructor: Yoga Learning Center. No class 8/18. $102 10 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16993 Thu 9:30-10:45am 6/23-9/1

Basic Creative Writing

$112 11 classes Class 16992 Class 16991 Class 16994

Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Tue 8:15-9:30am 6/21-8/30 Wed 6:00-7:20pm 6/22-8/31 Thu 5:30-6:50pm 6/23-9/1

Yoga Heart for Continuing Students This class is designed for students who have taken Yoga Heart or have had prior yoga experience and would like to expand their practice. We will explore and deepen breathing techniques, meditation and introduce new postures.

We will also further our understanding of yoga philosophy, its history and teachings. Instructor: Yoga Learning Center.

No class 7/4. $102 10 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16995 Mon 7:30-8:50pm 6/20-8/29

Zumba Zumba fuses hypnotic L a t i n / i n t e r- n a t i o n a l rhythms and dance moves to create an exhilarating and dynamic fun-filled interval training and toning hour.

Zumba is known as the exercise in disguise. Beginners welcome as the steps are very basic and easy to follow. Bring towel and water to class. Instructor: Janice Litvin. $110 11 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 16998 Tue 7:30-8:30pm 6/7-8/16

Thinking about writing a novel or memoir? Stop thinking and start writing as you discover techniques to crafting your own novel, short story or memoir. Class includes inclass writing exercises, reading assignments and sharing of written work. Learn the basics of both fiction and creative non-fiction. Instructor: Janice De Jesus. $87 6 classes Las Trampas Room, Walnut Creek Library $5 lab fee due at first class Class 16922 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm 6/11-7/16

Who Am I Meant To Be? Do you know how to find the career path that is best for you? Do you have a career you love but need to learn how to identify the best employer in your field and get hired? In this innovative workshop you will explore all seven components of a job and focus on specifics such as transferrable skills, favorite subject areas, values, salary and much more.

You’ll use the workbook that is a companion to the best selling career book What Color Is Your Parachute? to help you discover who you are meant to be. Perfect for anyone preparing to enter or return to the workforce or currently employed. Instructors: John Connell and Susan Padan. $150 2 classes Oak View Room, Walnut Creek Library Class 17038 Sat 9:00am-12:00pm 7/23-7/30

Community CPR Learn the proper techniques for recognizing the signals of a heart attack and stroke, giving CPR, and applying first aid for choking victims of all ages. Other respiratory emergencies will be covered. Includes introduction in use of defibrillator (AED). An EMS Community CPR certificate, good for 2 years, will be issued upon completion. Students may not audit this class. Instructor: Sandie Pettus. $37 1 class Club Room, Heather Farm CC $7 lab fee due at class Class 16932 Wed 6:30-9:30pm 6/22 Class 16933 Wed 6:30-9:30pm 7/13

Jazzercise — (925) 947-6987 Aerobic fitness program designed for all fitness levels and ages, with both high- and low-impact and intensity options.

60-65 minute classes. Register at anytime.

Classes are ongoing Tice Valley Gym Mon-Thu Fri Sat Sun 9:00am, 6:15pm 9:00am, 5:45pm 8:30am 9:00am 1 class: Varies with instructor/8 classes: $50.00 Unlimited: $60.00 (EFT-Electronic Funds Transfer) New Student Special—Unlimited: $35 monthly pass Youth/Student Prices—Unlimited: $35 monthly pass

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CPR & First Aid Combo

Pet First Aid & CPR

Receive certification in both Community CPR and Standard First Aid. Both certifications are through EMS Safety Services and are good for 2 years. Includes introduction in use of defibrillator (AED). Wear comfortable clothing. Please bring a lunch and drink. Instructor: Sandie Pettus. $64 1 class Club Room, Heather Farm CC $10 lab fee due at class Class 16936 Sat 9:00am-3:30pm 6/18 Class 17054 Sat 9:00am-3:30pm 7/30

First responders dealing with an animal medical emergency are dependent upon their own skills, knowledge and resources. Calling 911 is not generally an option.

Prior preparation and planning is the key to an effective response.

This class covers a wide range of injuries and illnesses and focuses on stabilization, maintaining viability, minimizing further suffering and continuing effective treatment while transporting the animal to the vet. Certificates of Completion and Pet First Books will be available for purchase at class. Instructor: Need to Know Training. $45 1 class Club Room, Heather Farm CC Class 16970 Sat 9:00am-1:00pm 7/16

NEW | Dog Talk: Human to Dog Communication 101 This intermediate class will help you understand how your dog communicates with you and others, and how you can respond. We will work on good basic obedience skills, how to read dog-to-dog and dog-to-human interactions, when to let your dog interact and when to interrupt, and how to set your dog for off-leash response. The first class is mandatory, and you attend without your dog. The last class features a guest speaker. Pre-requisite: Basic Obedience. Please bring a copy of your dog’s vaccination records for the instructor to keep. Minimum age limit for handler is 16. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Instructor: Bonnie BrownCali, Dog Dynamics, Inc. $147 6 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17079 Tue 6:15-7:00pm 6/14-7/19 6/14 and 7/12 classes meet at Civic Park CC, Assembly Hall

NEW | Six Paws Fitness Boot Camp: For Dogs 24 Weeks and Older With 6Paws Fitness Boot Camp you leave your boots at home and bring your four-pawed companion. During this 60-minute program you and your dog will perform challenging cardio and strength building exercises. But this is not just about fitness; it’s about team-work, which shapes good obedience and a calmer dog. Please bring: dog, 6-foot leash, training treats, water, and dog water bowl. Contact instructor if your dog can be overly reactive. Dog handlers must be at least 18 years of age. Proof of vaccination required. Bring a copy for instructor’s records. Bonnie Brown Cali helped lead several search and rescue teams’ physical fitness programs and lectured on developing and maintaining a canine athlete. Instructor: Bonnie BrownCali, Dog Dynamics, Inc. $147 6 classes Bridge Cul-de-Sac, Civic Park Class 17265 Tue 8:30-9:30am 6/14-7/19

All fee courses include a $2 administrative processing fee.

Dog Obedience: Building a Relationship Does your dog not come when you call, pull you down the street on the leash, jump up and chew everything in sight?

Teach your dog to become responsible and well-mannered, whether you are training for a family companion or working toward specific obedience goals. We provide you with a variety of training techniques tailored to you and your dog. Training manuals provided. Suitable for dogs 4-months and older. Please attend the first class without your dog. Proof of vaccinations is required. Please bring a copy for instructor’s records. Instructor: Bonnie BrownCali, Dog Dynamics, Inc. $147 6 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17078 Tue 7:15-8:00pm 6/14-7/19 6/14 and 7/12 classes meet at Civic Park CC, Assembly Hall

NEW | Dog Obedience: Canine Good Citizen Program Train your dog to be socially comfortable and well mannered by attending this class designed to prepare your dog to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen test. During this 6week program, your dog will practice how to meet and accept petting and grooming by a stranger, walk nicely by other dogs and distractions, be confident when met by new sounds and sights, demonstrate basic sit, down and come, and to remain calm when separated from you. Dogs will be tested at the sixth class. The first class is mandatory and owners should come without their dog. Please bring a copy of your dog’s vaccination records for the instructor to keep. Minimum age limit for handler is 16.

Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Instructor: Bonnie Brown-Cali, Dog Dynamics, Inc. $147 6 classes Lakeside Room, Heather Farm CC Class 17080 Tue 8:15-9:00pm 6/14-7/19 6/14 and 7/12 classes meet at Civic Park CC, Assembly Hall

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At the Painting Place: Independent Art Study

Zumba is fun! It’s different, it’s effective, and it’s an aerobic workout. Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easyto-follow moves to create an hour of fun. You’ll forget you’re exercising! Come check it out. Instructor: Jo Nash.

No class 7/4, 8/10. $14 3 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 17070 Mon 1:45-2:30pm 6/6-6/20 Class 17071 Mon 1:45-2:30pm 6/27-7/11 Class 17074 Wed 1:45-2:30pm 7/6-7/20 Class 17075 Wed 1:45-2:30pm 7/27-8/17

All painting & drawing media welcome. This open studio environment offers a great opportunity for continuing artists to experiment and explore multiple media of their own choosing. A working professional artist and educator skilled in many media is in attendance and available for individual guidance and critique. Bring your collection of supplies and join us. Instructor: Mira White. $75 6 classes Social Hall, Civic Park CC Class 17267 Tue 1:15-4:15pm 6/21-7/26

Bazaar Group A 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 to anything you’d like to explore.

This is a group of fun-loving members who welcome newcomers. Materials for projects are provided and items created are sold in the display case and at the Annual Holiday Boutique. Call 943-5851 for more information.

Free Multipurpose Room, Civic Park CC Every Wed 9:00am-3:00pm

DANCE & MUSIC Ballroom Dance with the Stecks Come have fun! Make new friends while you learn or improve your foxtrot, west coast swing, rumba and cha cha. Step and sway into better balance and flexibility. See you on the dance floor. Leather-soled shoes recommended.

Instructors: Barbara and Jerry Steck. $34 4 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 16921 Thu 2:00-3:30pm 6/9-6/30

Tuesday Line Dance Join us for an afternoon of fun and exercise while learning popular line dances. All levels welcome. Instructor: Dennis McGuire. $30 4 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 16987 Tue 2:00-3:30pm 6/7-6/28 Class 17068 Tue 2:00-3:30pm 7/5-7/26

$18 4 classes Exercise Room, Tice Valley Gym Class 17072 Mon 1:45-2:30pm 7/25-8/15 Class 17073 Wed 1:45-2:30pm 6/8-6/29

Sing-a-Long If you love to sing in the shower and the idea of singing for fun sounds attractive, then this is the group for you! Meet once each week to sing your favorite songs from the past including movies, musicals, and more. $1 drop-in Lounge, Civic Park CC Every Fri 9:30-11:00am 6/10-9/2

EVENTS Friday Socials Mark your calendar for our monthly Friday Socials, and treat yourself to an afternoon of great entertainment. A delicious soup and sandwich lunch can also be purchased for $2. Lunch reservations must be made at least one week in advance of the lunch date by calling 943-5851. Pay at the door. If your plans change, please cancel your reservation. Reservations are only held until 11:30am. For those not having lunch, there is no charge to attend. We look forward to seeing you there.

Free/$2 Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Fri 11:00am-1:00pm 6/24, 7/29, 8/26

Ice Cream Social Travel back to your youth and come to an old-fashioned ice cream social. You can enjoy both root beer floats and ice cream sundaes sprinkled with lots of toppings and finished off with a swirl of whipped cream. Bring your grandkids if you’d like, we’ll have fun entertainment for them to enjoy along with you. Tickets are $2 and can be purchased at the Walnut Creek Senior Club while they last! $2 Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Fri 12:00-1:00pm 7/8

$23 3 classes Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Class 17069 Tue 2:00-3:30pm 8/2-8/16

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Enjoy popular, recently released feature length films on the first Monday of each month. Your 50-cent admission price includes a bag of freshly popped popcorn. Bring your friends. Reservations are not required; however seating is limited.

50¢ Lounge, Civic Park CC Mon 1:00-3:00pm 6/6, 7/11, 8/1

Join us for an afternoon of ballroom dancing as you get together with friends both new and old. You'll enjoy the ballroom standards played by DJ Colin Dickie who will be your host and music director each afternoon. You'll even have a chance to move your feet to Latin and swing dance music and during the intermission, Colin will lead line dances. Be sure to mark your calendar and get out your dancing shoes! $3 drop-in Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Every Fri 1:30-4:00pm 6/8-9/2

Pancake Breakfast Come and enjoy the best pancake breakfast in town. This event is held on the 1st Sunday of each month and is open to everyone. This popular community event plays host to families large and small, grandparents and friends alike.

Just a reminder, we stop serving at 11:45am, so be sure to come early! $2.25 Social Hall, Civic Park CC Sun 9:00am-12:00pm 8/7

Walnut Creek Seniors Club Ready to kick-start your retirement? Join the Walnut Creek Seniors Club. You’ll discover exciting recreational, social and volunteer opportunities. More than 2,500 members visit the Civic Park Community Center, a place for active adults age 50 and better, where a dynamic, successful recreation program flourishes.

For only $10 annually, you’ll enjoy: • A monthly newsletter to keep you up-to-date on special events, classes, services and travel opportunities.

• Discounts on special events, savings on local and international trips.

• Free social services including financial counseling, blood pressure checks, medical insurance counseling, income tax preparation, will preparation and legal advice.

Call 943-5851 for more information or drop by the Civic Park Community Center between 9 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday.

H E A LT H & F I T N E SS Chair Yoga This class involves practicing yoga using a chair instead of on the floor and is ideal for those who are challenged with mobility or for those looking for an alternative to other yoga programs. Wear loose clothing, and bring a non-slip yoga floor mat as well as a firm blanket to class. Before registering for this class, please call the instructor at 925-4625285. Instructor: Marcia Conroy. $90 11 classes Conference Room, Civic Park CC Class 16931 Thu 10:15-11:15am 6/9-8/18

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Gentle Exercise Increase your mobility, vitality and well being. Improve your flexibility and range of motion through mild yoga stretches. Tone your muscles with easy strength exercises.

Get in touch with your body through movement-awareness. Tune the nervous system through conscious relaxation. Increase your vitality with deep breathing. This class is designed to accommodate all, from the fit to the frail. The exercises can be done sitting or standing. Come, and have fun with Gentle Exercise. Instructor: Ziv Porat. $30 4 classes Lounge, Civic Park CC Class 16948 Fri 1:00-2:00pm 6/10-7/1 Class 17081 Fri 1:00-2:00pm 7/8-7/29 $23 3 classes Lounge, Civic Park CC Class 17082 Fri 1:00-2:00pm

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Gentle Yoga It is never too late to begin yoga. Each individual will develop a unique yoga practice modifying it to fit their specific needs. The focus will include stretching to promote flexibility; asanas to enhance bone health; pose sequences to slightly increase heart rate; and restorative poses to relieve stress. Before registering for class, please call instructor at 925-462-5285. Instructor: Marcia Conroy. $90 11 classes Conference Room, Civic Park CC Class 16949 Thu 8:45-10:00am 6/9-8/18

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Fitness and fun for men and women with low-impact exercises that include stretching, aerobics, strengthening and cool down. Get a great cardio workout with low and moderate impact moves. Burn calories and have lots of fun. Allover muscle conditioning (with or without weights), and stretching included. Instructor: Sylvia Rodriguez, NASM Certified Personal Trainer. $17 3 classes Classroom, Tice Valley Gym Class 17219 Mon 3:00-3:45pm 6/13-6/27 Class 17226 Mon 3:00-3:45pm 7/11-7/25 Class 17227 Mon 3:00-3:45pm 8/1-8/15

Now that you have a cell phone, are you wondering what you can do with it? Are you ready to surprise your family with some newly acquired tech skills? In that case, this is the class for you. In this supportive class, you’ll be guided through the basics of cell phone use including how to make calls and answer calls. You’ll add to your skills the ability to put phone numbers into your phone, retrieve messages, speed dial and many of the other fun actions that can be puzzling when you try and figure them out on your own. Bring: cell phone and instruction book (if available). Instructor: Elizabeth Seaholm. $27 1 class Conference Room, Civic Park CC Class 17246 Wed 2:00-4:00pm 6/29

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Walking Buddies Enjoy the company of friends and exercise at the same time. The Tuesday group is for all walkers on local trails for one to one-and-a-half hours. The Thursday group is more strenuous for experienced hikers lasting two to three hours or more. Some Thursday hikes that are out of the area require the consent of the coordinator. $1 drop-in Lobby, Civic Park CC Walking Buddies I Every Tues 8:00am-12:00pm 6/7-8/30 Walking Buddies II Every Thu 8:00am-12:00pm 6/9-9/1

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT Bridge Programs Open bridge for experienced players. Partners are not required. Players are rotated into the group for that day’s play. For Marathon Bridge, pre-registration through the Marathon Bridge coordinator is required.

Drop-In Bridge 50¢ drop-in Multipurpose Room, Civic Park CC Every Sun 12:30-4:00pm Every Tue 8:45am-12:00pm Conference Room, Civic Park CC Every Thu 12:30-4:00pm Marathon Bridge $20 Multipurpose Room, Civic Park CC Every Fri 12:00-4:00pm

In a safe, small group environment you’ll take the first steps into the world of computers. By the end of this class, you will have an understanding of how to use and care for your computer. You’ll gain a basic knowledge of computer terminology, how to hookup a computer, use the mouse, what the parts of a computer are and most importantly, how to start and stop it. You don’t have to be a tech wizard to use a computer, but you’ll save yourself lots of time and feel much more confident by knowing what you’re doing, how your computer works and how to take care of it right from the start. Instructor: Elizabeth Seaholm. $32 1 class Technology Room, Walnut Creek Library $5 lab fee due at class Class 17242 Wed 12:00-1:30pm 6/15

Internet Introduction: Discovering the Web There’s a whole new world waiting at your fingertips when you can surf the web. Come learn the vocabulary along with a few easy steps, then you’re ready to jump in and go.

Using simple language combined with a friendly and supportive environment, you’ll learn to search on the net; find pictures; save your favorite web sites; discover different web browsers, use keywords and much more. If you’ve decided it’s time to join in the fun, this is the class for you. Student should bring the name of their e-mail/internet provider to class.

Instructor: Elizabeth Seaholm. $32 1 class Technology Room, Walnut Creek Library $5 lab fee due at class Class 17243 Sat 10:00-11:30am 6/18

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Looking to enter the world of e-mail, the internet and maybe eBooks, but hesitant to take that step? Discover the fun that waits for you when you know how to use your iPad. In a small class environment, you’ll receive personal, hands-on instruction on the use and enjoyment of your new tech toy. Bring your iPad to class. Instructor: Elizabeth Knefel. $65 4 classes Technology Room, Walnut Creek Library Class 17251 Mon, Wed 10:00-11:00am 6/13-6/22

Join a great group of card-playing men and women for a fun afternoon. All ability levels are welcome, including those who want to learn how to play. No meeting 7/4.

50¢ drop-in Multipurpose Room, Civic Park CC Every Mon 12:00-3:30pm 6/6-8/29

MS Word: An Introduction Learn how to navigate your way through MS Word with ease. You’ll learn everything from the basics such as how to start and exit Word, understand the screen, open a document, work with Office Assistant, and select text fonts and sizes. You’ll discover how to insert, replace and delete words; create, save and close a document. Instructor: Elizabeth Seaholm. $32 1 class Technology Room, Walnut Creek Library $5 lab fee due at class Class 17244 Mon 6:30-8:00pm 6/27

Drop-In Bingo Enjoy a fun day of Bingo with other Bingo lovers. Play is divided into morning and afternoon sessions. Morning session begins at 11:00am. Afternoon session begins at 12:45pm. Cards are sold separately for each session and are 50¢ each. Paper games are also played and are 25¢ for each card. This is a great activity for keeping your brain healthy and challenged, as well as having fun with friends.

50¢ per card Multipurpose Room, Civic Park CC Early-Bird Bingo Every Thu 11:00-11:45am Afternoon Bingo Every Thu 12:45-2:45pm

Investment Club All those interested in the market and investments are encouraged to join this investment discussion group.

Visitors are welcome any time. No investing, this is purely a discussion group. For questions, contact group coordinator Wayne Slater at (925) 938-2705.

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Snappy Cats Join the snappiest kazoo band in town! This fabulous group of musicians rehearses once each week and performs for area retirement communities. Call (925) 9435851 for exact meeting dates.

Free Assembly Hall, Civic Park CC Fri 9:30-11:00am

Write Your Memoirs Learn how to find your own voice to tell your life story in an interesting and lively manner. Learn how to start the fascinating process of recording some of your unique life experiences. Facilitator: Bob Lewis. $20 members/$25 non-members Social Hall, Civic Park CC Every Fri 1:30-3:00pm 6/10-9/2

SPORTS Tennis Join other tennis players at Larkey Park for a fun morning of tennis. This is an ongoing program and open to all adults over 50.

Free Tennis Courts, Larkey Park Every Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00am-12:00pm

Bowling Beginner to advanced bowlers gather for recreational play and exercise at Diablo Lanes in Concord on Tuesdays from 9:45am to 12:00pm.

Over 50 Softball Join our “over 50” softball program. Call Terry Mason (925) 934-2535. Fee: $65/year.

Cycling Club The Cycling Club meets every Thursday morning, leaving the outer parking lot at Civic Park Community Center at 8:00a.m for weekly rides. Join anytime. Helmets required, and rain cancels ride. Contact coordinator Peter Culshaw at wcmini@att.net for more information.

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SENIOR SERVICES Bart tickets are available to seniors 65 and older for $9.00 ($24 value). Cash purchases only.

Case Management is available through Diablo Valley Foundation for free in-home assessments and consultation. Call 945-8040 for an appointment.

County Connection bus passes are available at the reception desk. Cash or check purchases only (checks payable to County Connection).

Deaf Seniors Club Deaf seniors from all over the Bay Area gather to enjoy informative speakers, table and card games, and parties. For information call California Relay Services, VOICE 1-800-735-2922 or TDD by calling 1-800-735-2929. Contact the Seniors Club by calling (925) 943-5851.

Free Lounge, Civic Park CC Every Wed 9:30am-4:00pm Home Chore and Respite Registry is a program provided

by Senior Outreach Services that refers affordable home care workers to elders in need of assistance. Call 937-8311 for more information.

Hot Meals are served daily, anyone over 60 years of age is welcome. Call 280-7310 from 10:00am–noon one day ahead for a reservation. Suggested donation is $2. Closed 7/4. $2 suggested donation Social Hall, Civic Park CC Mon-Thurs 12:00-1:00pm Fri 11:30am-1:00pm Investment Counseling available from 1:30-3:30pm the first Tuesday of each month. Call 943-5851 for an appointment. Free.

Medical Insurance Counseling (HICAP) is held the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 1:45pm-3:15pm. Call 9435851 for an appointment. (No Long Term Care counseling available at the WCSC. Please call 938-1895 for Long Term Care counseling appointments.)

Pedicures and Manicures are available by appointment every other Thursday from 2:00-4:00pm. Call 943-5851 for an appointment.

Senior Information is available through the Contra Costa County Office on Aging. Call 1-800-510-2020.

Senior Legal Services are available by appointment every second Thursday from 10:00am-12:15pm and the fourth Thursday from 11:00am-1:15pm. Call 943-5851 for your appointment.

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Senior Peer Counseling with trained volunteer counselors are available every Tuesday from 2:00pm-4:00pm. Call 943-5851 for your appointment.

Simple Wills Preparation is available by appointment on the first Monday of each month from 1:30-3:00pm. Call 943-5851 for an appointment.

Transportation Services You can go many places in Walnut Creek with the Walnut Creek Seniors Club Mini Bus service. Just call 933-1434 from 9:00am-11:00am the day before you need a ride. To make a reservation for Monday, 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 days of the week.)

Please call 943-5851 for more information. You must be a Walnut Creek Seniors Club member to participate.

Drop-In Activities See activity descriptions for more info. No drop in activities 7/4.

Mondays Pinochle: 12:30-3:30pm, Multipurpose Room Movie Matinee: 1:00-3:00pm, Lounge*

Tuesdays Bridge: 8:45am-12:00pm, Multipurpose Room Line Dance: 2:00-3:30pm, Assembly Hall Walking Buddies I: Meet 8:00am, Lobby

Wednesdays Bazaar Group: 9:00am-3:00pm, Multipurpose Room

Thursdays Bingo: 11:00am-2:45pm, Multipurpose Room Bridge: 12:30pm-4:00pm, Conference Room Cycling Club: Meet 9:00am, Lobby Walking Buddies II: Meet 8:00am, Lobby

Fridays Friday Socials: 11:00am-1:00pm, Assembly Hall* Snappy Cats: 9:30-11:00am, Assembly Hall Sing-a-Long: 9:30-10:30am, Lounge

Sundays Pancake Breakfast: 9:00-11:45am, Social Hall* Bridge: 12:30-4:00pm, Multipurpose Room *See activity description for exact dates.

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Blood Pressure Screening Drop in on the 2nd Wednesday of the month to check your blood pressure for free.

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Programs are available for reservation now Reservations are required for all programs if you are bringing a group of five or more Dogs are not permitted at Ranger-led interpretive programs, camping or special events Most programs are 1 to 1 1/2 hours in length Children under 16 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult

RANGER-LED PROGRAMS Heritage Day at Old Borges Ranch Saturday, June 11, 11:00am-4:00pm, Shell Ridge Walnut Creek history comes alive as the city celebrates Heritage Day. At the ranch, you can step into the carriage barn for movies from the Niles Essanay Silent Movie Museum or join the hiking safety program Hug A Tree.

Storytelling, dancing, folk and children’s music will entertain you and take you back in time. Local organizations will be on hand to share information on gardening, beekeeping and a variety of outdoor activities. Food will be available for purchase or bring your picnic basket for family time at Bob Pond. $5/family for shuttle ride from Northgate High School For more details, contact Ranger Dan Bylin at (925) 943-5899 ext. 2162

The Truth about Chicken Little Saturday July 9, 10:00-11:00 am, Borges Ranch, Shell Ridge Maybe chickens are not the smartest of birds, but they have played an incredibly important role in the history of mankind. Learn about the history of the domestic chicken and how and why they are the most important bird species in human history. Meet under the windmill at Borges Ranch.

For more information, call Ranger Dan Bylin at (925) 943-5899, ext. 2162.

Throw It! Atlatl and Rabbit Stick Saturday July 16, 10:00 am-2:00 pm, Sugarloaf Atlatl, that primitive “throwing stick and spear thing”, is having a resurgence in popularity as a sport worldwide and as a hunting weapon in many states. The rabbit stick is a non-returnable boomerang. We’ll toss and fling our way back in time to experience skills of our ancient ancestors.

International Standard Accuracy Contest (ISAC) rounds will be scheduled.

Please call Ranger Bruce Weidman at (925) 943-5899, ext. 2665 to register.

• Rain the day of the program or heavy rain in the days leading up to a program will cancel that activity • You may 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 emailing your mailing address to dollard@walnut-creek.org

other primitive tools. The required minimum age of 16 is due to necessary crafting skills and the required use of sharp tools. A $20 materials fee per person is charged.

To register please contact Ranger Bruce Weidman at (925) 943-5899, ext. 2665

Wild California: A Walk Back in Time Sunday July 17, 9:00-11:00 am, Borges Ranch and Shell Ridge It wasn’t that long ago that wolves, grizzly bears and jaguars roamed California and the Bay Area. Come on a journey through a California that many don’t realize ever existed.

We will set the time machine back a few hundred years and experience a California that early European explorers described as the richest natural landscape they had ever witnessed. Meet under the windmill at Borges Ranch.

For more information call Ranger Dan Bylin at (925) 943-5899, ext. 2162.

Ancient Ways at Sugarloaf Preserve Saturday August 13, 10:00am-1:00pm, Sugarloaf Join us for our third year of competitive primitive technology contests, games and activities. Try your skill at tossing the Atlatl, “The Atom Bomb of the Stone Age.” ISAC rounds will be scheduled. Throw the rabbitstick, the American Indian boomerang that doesn’t come back. Make and spin an acorn top. Play stick dice and other games. Exhibitors will have more to share. Free admission and open to the public.

More information is available from Ranger Bruce Weidman at (925) 943-5899, ext. 2665.

Howe History Tour Sunday August 14, 1:00pm, Howe Homestead From around the world James P. Howe reported for the Associated Press before returning to his estate here in Walnut Creek. We will take a walk back in time and explore the very interesting life of a journalist and country gentleman.

More information is available from Ranger Art Janke at (925) 943-5899, ext. 3521.

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Harvesting Howe Honey

Saturdays July 23 and 30, 10:00 am-3:00 pm, Sugarloaf Join Ranger Bruce Weidman for an inward experience with an outward twist! Using modern tools, we’ll spend two days learning to make the atlatl, the “Atom Bomb of the Stone Age.” On the 23rd, we’ll fabricate our atlatl (throwing stick) and on the 30th, we’ll make the dart or spear.

Time will be scheduled for target practice to prepare for the ISAC on August 13. As time permits, we’ll check out

Sunday August 21, 10:00-11:30am and 1:00-2:30pm, Howe Homestead We’ll be busy as bees as we harvest and sample fresh local honey. Humans have harvested honey for thousands of years for a number of uses. Come and learn about honeybees and enjoy a taste of their labor. Rain will not cancel this activity.

Reservations are required for this program and can be made by calling Ranger Art Janke at (925) 943-5899, ext. 3521.

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Getting to Know Your Neighbors Series

Lime Ridge Monthly Hike

Learn about some of your interesting and misunderstood neighbors that live in our Open Space parklands. We often fear things we don’t understand, so what better way to spend the morning than learning about some of our misunderstood wildlife neighbors. We will start the programs with a talk in the Carriage Barn followed by a short hike into Shell Ridge Open Space. All programs will be held at Borges Ranch in Shell Ridge. Please meet in the Carriage Barn.

Contact Ranger Dan Bylin at (925) 943-5899, ext. 2162, for more information.

2nd Sunday of each month: June 12, July 10 and August 14 9:00-10:30 am, Lime Ridge at Montecito Parking Lot Put on your hiking boots and grab some water, a snack and a hat. It’s time to join Ranger Art Janke on a guided hike into incredible Lime Ridge. The trails pass through oak woodlands, grasslands and inland scrub habitats that are home to a great variety of animals. Every month there’s something new to see and share. Meet at the parking lot at the intersection of Ygnacio Valley Road and Montecito Drive.

For information, call Ranger Art Janke at (925) 943-5899, ext. 3521.

Monthly Birding Programs Join Ranger Dan Bylin and learn about our local bird life.

Bring binoculars and a small notepad to record your observation. Carry water and a hat and wear sturdy shoes.

For more information call Ranger Dan Bylin at (925) 943-5899, ext. 2162.

Borges Ranch Owl and Goatsucker Prowl— Reservation Program Saturday, June 25, 8:00-10:00pm, Borges Ranch and Shell Ridge Let’s hope for a warm evening and celebrate the start of summer with an evening stroll around Borges Ranch and Shell Ridge.

Along with owls we will listen for the elusive goatsuckers of Borges Ranch. What‘s a goatsucker you ask? You’ll just have to come along to find out. Meet in the parking lot at Borges Ranch.

Reservations are required and space is limited to 25 people.

Howe Homestead Park Saturday, July 16, 8:00-10:00am We will bird the park grounds and community gardens, and if time permits, we will hike into Shell Ridge Open Space on the Kovar Trail. This is a great pocket park often full of wonderful birds that you are likely to see in your neighborhood.

Meet in the parking lot at Howe Homestead.

Borges Ranch Saturday, August 6, 8:00-10:00am We will bird the ranch grounds watch-ing for local resident birds and the last of our summer migrants that nest around the ranch. We should see orioles, swallows, kingbirds and much more. Meet in the parking lot at Borges Ranch.

Celebrate the star t of summer with a hike.

Rattlesnakes Sunday, June 26 9:00-10:30am Mountain Lions Sunday, July 24, 9:00-10:30am Coyotes Sunday, August 28, 9:00-10:30am

Old Borges Ranch Tours 4th Saturday of each month: June 25, July 23 and August 27 2:00-3:30pm, Borges Ranch, Shell Ridge Join Ranger Dan Bylin on a tour to explore historic Borges Ranch. The Borges family settled in Walnut Creek over 100 years ago, and their ranch is now on the National Register of Historic Places. Tour the 1901 ranch house and the 1903 carriage barn while learning what life was like on the ranch 100 years ago. Meet under the windmill near the parking lot at Borges Ranch.

For info, Ranger Dan Bylin at (925) 943-5899 ext. 2162.

Moon Stalkers—Night Hikes in the Preserves Join us as we take to the trails when the sun goes down.

We’ll have a contest, play Moon Jeopardy and partake in nightfall activities as we explore the world of darkness. We may even get a chance to see nature’s night shift in action.

Bring binoculars and a flashlight. Reservations are required.

Reserve your spot by calling Ranger Bruce Weidman at (925) 943-5899 ext 2665. Meeting locations will be announced to those who register.

Strawberry Moon—Sugarloaf Preserve Saturday, June 15, 8:30 pm

Watch the Fireworks—Lime Ridge Sunday, July 4, 8:30 pm You will want to bring something to sit on for this one.

Buck Moon at Shell Ridge Monday, July 15, 8:30 pm

Night Hike—Acalanes Preserve Saturday, August 6, 7:30 pm No full moon on this one, but still full of fun!

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Tice Valley & Foothill Community Gymnasiums

SPORTS/FITNESS GROUPS

Tice Valley and Foothill Community Gymnasiums are available for public and private rentals. Book your special events (birthday parties, basketball/volleyball practices, luncheons, business meetings, etc.) with us.

For further information, call Leo Harrod or Wes Allnutt at (925) 256-3572

A basic volleyball program benefiting the Northgate High School volleyball program. For information, email coachchangaris@sbcglobal.net.

Badminton/Pickle Ball The drop-in programs happen on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 10:00am-12:00pm at Tice Valley Gym. Cost is $3.

Drop-in Basketball Drop-in basketball happens Monday through Friday from 12:00-3:30pm at Tice Valley Gymnasium. Cost is $3.

Summer Adult Basketball Leagues (925) 943-5866 Thursday/Sunday 5-on-5

Bronco Volleyball Club | (925) 457-0091

Continental Little League | (925) 210-6141 Baseball and softball programs for boys and girls aged 7-15. Log onto www.continentalbaseball.com for info.

CCJCC | (925) 938-7800 Adjacent to the Tice Valley Gym, the Contra Costa Jewish Community Center offers a variety of programs to members and non-members in the community. Log onto www.ccjcc.org. for info.

CYO Sports St. John Vianney boys and girls basketball—call (510) 376-5423. St. Mary’s boys and girls basketball, cross-country, and track & field—call (925) 256-8453.

Odyssey/Jrs. Girls Volleyball | (925) 974-6219

Registration packets for the adult 5-on-5 basketball leagues are available at the Tice Valley Gym or you can have it emailed to you by sending a request to Hope Keung at keung@walnut-creek.org. Games are played at Tice Valley Community Gymnasium. Individuals looking to join a team may be placed on a waiting list by emailing Hope Keung at Keung@walnut-creek.org.

Odyssey/Jrs. is a volleyball instructional program designed for 4th-7th grade girls to learn or enhance their game.

Email OdysseyVball@astound.net for more info.

Volleyball

Walnut Creek Little League | (925) 806-8242

Adult Volleyball Leagues (925) 943-5866 Monday Night Coed League Wednesday Night Women’s 4’s

Baseball and softball programs for boys and girls aged 8-16. For information, log onto www.wcbaseball.org.

Registration packets for the Monday adult volleyball coed league and Wednesday Women’s 4’s are available at the Tice Valley Community Gym. Individuals looking to join a team may be placed on a waiting list by emailing Hope Keung at Keung@walnut-creek.org.

Walnut Creek Adult Softball, Inc. | (925) 943-1955 WCASI provides a recreational slow-pitch softball program at Heather Farm Park. For dates and for more info, log onto www.wcasi.org.

Walnut Creek Marauders and Cheer | (925) 941-4745 This contact football organization competes in the Diablo Valley Youth Football Conference and is open to boys and girls aged 5-15 years old. Log onto www.wcyfmarauders.com.

Drop-in Volleyball

Walnut Creek Soccer Club | (925) 407-5662

The volleyball drop-in program meets on Friday evenings from 7:00-10:00pm at the Tice Valley Community Gym. Cost is $5 and is open to the first 28 participants.

The WCSC is a youth soccer organization only, with players ages 6-18. For info, visit www.wcsc.org.

Tennis Programs at Walnut Creek Tennis Center in Heather Farm Park More information on the Walnut Creek Tennis Center, tennis class offerings and program registration is on pages 37-39. For additional information, (925) 945-0105 or www.lifetimetennis.com.

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. Log onto www.wcyaa.com for info.

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The Boundary Oak Championship Golf Course is owned by the City of Walnut Creek and operated by CourseCo Incorporated. Complete golf amenities are provided for golfers: 55-stall driving range with grass tees and night lighting; Dave De Long’s #1-ranked, NCPGA Junior Camp, running weekly during the summer months; LPGA/USGA Girl’s Golf Program and First Tee; and a fully-stocked golf shop. Visit our website for all your golfing information and seasonal specials.

Program Spotlight: The Clubhouse at Boundary Oak The Clubhouse at Boundary Oak is the premier event location in Walnut Creek.

We have perhaps the most beautiful view and we are renowned in the area for our exceptional cuisine and spectacular service.

We feel confident that you will be at ease with our exceptional catering team.

We can accommodate both large functions (up to 275) and small intimate parties; elegant black tie events and casual dining; all of our menus are prepared by our Executive Chef from scratch, using only the finest and freshest ingredients. We guarantee that our menus and service will impress even the most seasoned guests. To schedule a tour or learn more about events at The Clubhouse at Boundary Oak, please call the Catering Sales Director at (925) 934-3600, ext. 21.

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Reservation Procedures To reserve a tee time, please call the reservation line during daylight hours at (925) 934-4775, ext. 10.

Resident ID cards can be obtained at any time.

Fees Our fees and rates are available online at www.PlayBoundaryOak.com. Check our website often for special promotions! Fees and rates subject to change.

Golf Classes Dave De Long (925) 997-3683

Tournament Information Mark Wiese (925) 934-4775, ext. 13 Banquets/Events: (925) 934-3600, ext. 21

Contacts for Boundary Oak Golf Clubs Men’s Club: Buddie Johnson, (925) 984-1102 Women’s 18-hole group: Sandy Mehus, (510) 549-2221 Women’s 9-hole group: Lynne Van Luchene, (925) 934-1977

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Aquatics

City of Walnut Creek Aquatics Year-round Facility and Swimming Programs

Clarke Memorial Swim Center

RECREATIONAL SWIMMING

Located in Heather Farm Park 1750 Heather Drive, Walnut Creek

Children 6 & under must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times.

Horseplay & instruction is not permitted in recreational area.

(925) 943-5856

Swimming instruction of any kind is prohibited.

• Heated pools open year-round • Olympic size, 20-lane lap pool • Heated locker rooms and showers • Fitness center with cardiovascular and weight equipment • Seasonal diving pool with 1- meter diving board • Seasonal children’s pool • Vending machines

Spring Schedule (4/12–6/12/11) Sat-Sun, 12:00-4:00pm Held in lap pool only (baby pool & diving well closed)

Summer Recreation Swim Hours Clarke Memorial Swim Center (6/13–8/21/11)

Larkey Park Swim Center

Mon-Fri Sat-Sun 1:00pm–4:45pm Noon–5:00pm (Diving well closed weekdays at 4:00pm; August 19 for season) Aug 22-Sept 5, 2011—Open weekends only: 12:00pm–5:00pm

Located by the Lindsay Wildlife Museum 2771 Buena Vista Avenue, Walnut Creek

Larkey Swim Center (6/13-8/21/11)

Facility Closed: 7/9, 7/10, 7/30, 7/31, 8/6 Weekend Hours: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day

(925) 943-5861 • Open from June 13–August 21, 2011 • L-shaped recreation and lap pool (25 yards by 25 meters) • Diving area with 1- meter diving board • Children’s wading pool • Off-season rentals • Locker rooms and showers • Vending machines

Admission Fees Daily Admission Fees Everyone entering the facility must pay an admission fee.

No refunds.

Single Children (6 & under) Youth (7-17) Adults (18 & up) Entry $3.50 $4.25 $4.75 Park Pass (all ages): $5.00* *Allows in/out privilege during recreational swim times Discount 15 Swim Passes Valid for 1 year. No refunds Single Children (6 & under) Youth (7-17) Adults (18 & up) Entry $45.00 $56.25 $63.75

Mon-Thu 12:30pm–4:30pm

Fri 1:00pm–5:00pm

Sat-Sun Noon–5:00pm

Clarke Swim Center Closed: 7/9, 7/10, 7/30, 7/31, 8/6 Weekend Hours: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day

LAP SWIM & FITNESS CENTER All swimmers must swim continuous laps, in the true tradition of lap swimming.

Circle swimming will be enforced in order to accommodate more swimmers if crowded. Recreational swimming and horseplay are prohibited. Swimming instruction of any kind is not permitted. Fitness Center for use by adults, 18 and older. Closed-toed shoes and clothing must be worn at all times.

Swimming instruction of any kind is prohibited.

Adult Lap Swim & Fitness Center Hours Clarke Memorial Swim Center (6/13–9/4/11) Mon-Fri 5:30am–4:45pm

Mon-Thu 7:00pm–9:00pm

Sat-Sun 10:00am–4:45pm

Larkey Swim Center (7/8, 7/9, 7/30, 7/31, 8/6 only) 10:00am-12:00pm Clarke Swim Center Closed: 7/9, 7/10, 7/30, 7/31, 8/6 Weekend Hours: Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day

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Children Are Not Waterproof

• Always maintain adult supervision around any body of water • Kids are fearless and don’t understand the fatal consequences of water • Never leave children or non-swimmers unattended for any length of time near water • Appoint & clearly assign an adult supervisor for your pool area • Utilize barriers around all pools—It’s the law!

• Locked doors? Safety pool cover? Self-latching closing gates and fencing? Be prepared for an emergency • Is there a phone close by? Have you taken a CPR class? Is there rescue equipment near your pool?

For more information about DIP—Drowning is Preventable visit: www.preventdrowningca.org and look into our summer swim lesson programs on pages 35-36.

FITNESS PROGRAMS Aquasize (Co-ed water exercise class) This co-ed class is designed to use the water’s natural buoyancy and resistance as an excellent form of exercise for swimmers, non-swimmers, and those with special considerations. Both shallow water and deep water classes offered.

Clarke Memorial Swim Center Mon-Fri 8:00-9:00am and 9:00-10:00am ongoing Fee: Drop in, $7 20-use punch card: $85 No refunds.

Age: 6y-11y Beginning synchronized swimming students learn all the basics of synchronized swimming. Become familiar with fundamentals of synchronized swimming including: basic sculling, figures, and synchronized routines in the comfort of shallow water. Explore music and costume development. End the session with a show recital for parents and guests. Coached by Walnut Creek Aquanut Coaching staff. $162 10 classes Clarke Swim Center, wading pool

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Aquatics Registration (Registration form on page 41) • Online/Mail/Fax-in/Walk-in* Registration Begins: May 16, 2011 *No phone-in registration taken • Walk-in Registration Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-4pm ONLY • Register Online*: Make registration easy! www.WalnutCreekRec.org *Must have Client ID number and Family PIN to register online. To set up an account, visit www.walnutcreekrec.org (Accounts take one business day to process.)

• Fax to: (925) 287-0179 • Walk-in to: Clarke Memorial Swim Center (Weekdays, 9am-4pm) • Mail to: City of Walnut Creek, Attn: Aquatics Registration 301 N San Carlos Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Before Registering for Swim Lessons:

Learn to Synchro

Times 4:30-6:00pm 11:00am-12:30pm

Not sure which swim lesson level your child should be in?

Come to one of our free testing dates to help place your child in the correct level.

Children (ages 3 and older) will be getting in the water.

Please plan accordingly. Pre-registration (free) online: www.walnutcreekrec.org or register day of testing. New accounts take up to one business day to process.

Class

The aquatics program offers a variety of classes for all ages.

Find the class that is right for you!

• Please read the course descriptions carefully. It is important to register your child for the proper class. Please 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 may only be at the discretion of aquatics staff. Parents may request transfers prior to the first day of the class. An evaluation of the student may take place the first through third day of a session. Instructors reserve the right to place your child in a different program if needed.

• Spaces cannot be “held.” In order to register, completely fill out the registration slip. List your 2nd and 3rd choices for classes. Please make full payment when registering.

Class refund information is on page 36.

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Did you know that drowning is one of the largest leading causes of accidental death for infants and young children?

Below are tips to think about when around water:

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Swim Lessons at Clarke Swim Center (See page 33 for registration information) Please pay close attention to student requirements prior to registering for desired class. All classes include a $2 processing fee.

Aquatics

Guppy

Ages 10 mos-3y 8 classes Mon-Thu Fee: $46.00 Parent/toddler basic water orientation class. Both parent and toddler participate in this 20-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 toddlers. All this makes for a positive experience for the child.

Session Times

I II 6/20–6/30 7/5–7/14*

III 7/18–7/28

IV 8/1-8/11

V 8/15-8/25

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Seahorse Ages 3y-7y

8 classes Mon-Thu Fee: $64.00 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 to 10 seconds. Class objective: float without support and recover to a vertical position.

Continue to work on kicking, arm strokes, and independence in shallow water.

Session Times

I II 6/20–6/30 7/5–7/14*

III 7/18–7/28

IV 8/1-8/11

V 8/15-8/25

Clarke Swim Center

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Starfish

Ages 3y-5y 8 classes Mon-Thu Fee: $64.00 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.

Session Times

I II 6/20–6/30 7/5–7/14*

III 7/18–7/28

IV 8/1-8/11

V 8/15-8/25

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Lobster Ages 4y-11y

8 classes Mon-Thu Fee: $64.00 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 crawl.

Session Times

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III 7/18–7/28

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Seal Ages 5y-12y

8 classes Mon-Thu Fee: $64.00 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.

III 7/18–7/28

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8 classes Mon-Thu Fee: $64.00 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 1 minute. Class objective: continue stroke refinement & endurance. Introduce breaststroke arms, dolphin kick, open turns and more diving.

Session Times

I II 6/20–6/30 7/5–7/14*

III 7/18–7/28

IV 8/1-8/11

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Larkey Swim Center

*No evening class 6/23 & 6/29; No class 7/4; Fees pro-rated—Session I: $48.50; Session II: $56.25

Shark Ages 6y-14y

8 classes Mon-Thu Fee: $64.00 Prerequisite: Pass Dolphin 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).

Session Times

I II 6/20–6/30 7/5–7/14*

III 7/18–7/28

IV 8/1-8/11

V 8/15-8/25

10:00am

17332

17333

17334

17335

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10:35am

17336

17337

17338

17339

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10:35am

17276

17277

17278

17279

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11:45am

17340

17341

17342

17343

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6:45pm

17280

17281

17282

17283

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4:45pm

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17344

17351

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Clarke Swim Center

Larkey Swim Center

5:20pm

17352*

17346

17353

17349

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11:10am

17284

17285

17286

17287

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6:30pm

17354*

17356

17355

17357

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5:55pm

17288*

17289

17290

17291

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*No evening class 6/23 & 6/29; No class 7/4; Fees pro-rated—Session I: $48.50; Session II: $56.25

Private Lessons Ages 3y-Adults 1 class Fee: $42.00

Adult/Teen Ages 15y-Adult Mon-Thu Fee: $64.00

Clarke Swim Center Mon

7/4

7/11

7/18

7/25

12:20pm 17583

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17558

17559

17560

17584 17585

7:20pm

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17577

17578

17579

17580

17581

6/29

7/6

7/13

7/20

7/27

8/3

8/10

12:20pm 17561 17562

17563

17564

17565

17566

17567

7:20pm

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17572

17573

17574

17575

Wed

6/27

17569 17570

8/1

8/8

Instructors will work with students at their own pace to develop basic swimming skills. Skills will include floating, kicking, freestyle and backstroke, and more depending on individual skill level.

Session Times

I II 6/20–6/30 7/5–7/14*

III 7/18–7/28

IV 8/1-8/11

V 8/15-8/25

Clarke Swim Center 11:45am

17268

17269

17270

17271

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6:45pm

17272

17273

17274

17275

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Aquatics Class Refunds Refunds are allowed up to seven business days prior to the first day of class; a $10 service fee per class will be applied to each refund. Cancellation requests received after the refund period but prior to the first day of class will receive a credit, minus the $10 service fee, valid for one year. No refunds or credits will be offered once classes begin. If you must drop a class due to serious illness or injury, please contact Clarke Swim Center at 943-5856 or email: Heaston@walnut-creek.org. (Please provide a doctor’s note.) We do give refunds for weather or lack of student participation. Transfers between classes may only be done if there is room and transfer is approved by the manager on duty.

Family Recreational Pass Enjoy unlimited use of the Clarke and Larkey Swim Centers during recreational swim times. Buy a family pass for immediate family members living at your address. Family passes are valid from April 2–Labor Day weekend. (Valid for up to 5 family members). Each additional member will be charged an additional $10.00.) Family must show proper ID. Family Pass Fee $275.00

Party Area Reservations Reserve table space for your pool party. You can reserve our party area for just $50. Individual entry fees not included.

Call for more information: 925-943-5899, ext. 2438.

City of Walnut Creek Aquatics is home of the following swim programs: • Walnut Creek Aquabears—Age Group Year Round U.S. Swim Team • Walnut Creek Aquanuts—Age Group Synchronized Swim Team • Walnut Creek Masters—Adult Swim Team • Walnut Creek Swim Club—Summer Recreational Age Group Swim Team

COMPETITVE PROGRAMS Walnut Creek Aquabears Swim Team The nationally ranked Swim Team is a year-round United States Swimming competitive program. It provides novice through Olympic level training for swimmers of all ages and abilities.

For information, call 939-5990 | www.aquabears.org Head coach, Rick Millington

Walnut Creek Masters Swim Team Our masters (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. Group workouts are held 5:30-6:30am, 6:45-7:45am, 10:30-11:30am, Noon-1:00pm, Mon-Fri, and 7:00-8:00pm Mon-Thu. For more information, call 943-5899, ext. 2431 www.swim4wc.org | Head Coach, Kerry O’Brien

Walnut Creek Aquanuts Synchronized Swim Team Home of the Olympic Champions! The highly acclaimed Walnut Creek “Aquanauts” provide year-round competitive and recreational programs for swimmers of all ages and abilities.

For more information, call 934-4792 | www.aquanuts.org Head Coach, Kim Probst

SPECIAL INTEREST Walnut Creek Masters: Try-out for Fitness Swimmers Our Masters program invites all interested fitness swimmers to sample our program and experience an atmosphere of encouraging swimmers and coaches dedicated to stroke instruction and improved conditioning. “Competitive Spirit” and competition are not a requirement to be a member, and is only one aspect of this largely successful adult fitness program. All practices are coached by the same experienced staff that trains some of the finest adult swimmers in the world. For more information contact: Head Coach Kerry O’Brien at (925) 943-5899, ext. 2431, or swim4wc@netscape.net or visit www.swim4wc.org. You can also stop by during practice to talk with a coach.

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WALNUT CREEK TENNIS CENTER Heather Farm Park, 1751 Heather Drive www.lifetimetennis.com • (925) 945-0105

The tennis courts at the Walnut Creek Tennis Center in Heather Farm Park are available on a pay-as-you-play basis. The fee is based on a higher level of service, which includes the ability to reserve court use, provision of a well-stocked pro shop with racket stringing service, and a higher level of maintenance. Other public tennis courts located at community parks and schools in Walnut Creek are available free of charge.

Office & Court Hours Mon-Fri Sat-Sun

8:00am-10:00pm 8:00am-8:00pm

Rain Procedure On rainy days, staff may close the courts until they are playable. Call 945-0105 to see if courts are dry. Makeups will be scheduled for lesson and league rainouts.

Class makeup dates can be found online at www.lifetimetennis.com.

Lessons and Programs Individual and group lessons are available for all ages and playing levels. For further information regarding lessons and programs, please call 945-0105.

Tennis Program Notes 1. Pre-registration is required for all tennis programs.

2. No registration for classes accepted by phone.

3. Lessons may be combined or cancelled based on registrations. Participants may be reassigned according to age, ability, and class size.

4. Class refunds are only given if requested no less than 10 days prior to the first class meeting. Requests made after that time but at least 3 days prior to first class meeting will incur a $5 service charge. No refunds or credits given less than 3 days prior to the start of class.

5. Full refunds will be granted for classes or programs cancelled by Lifetime Tennis.

6. No refunds given for non-attendance.

7. Rainouts will be made up on days specified in Guide.

No refunds given unless makeups are cancelled.

Court Rules 1. Please do not bring the following on court: food, drinks, skateboards, bikes, in-line skates, scooters, pets or small children who are not playing tennis.

Drinking water is okay on court.

2. Shirts and non-marking shoes required.

3. No personal ball machines.

4. City-sponsored lessons only.

TENNIS PROGRAMS

Program Registration

Youth Tennis (4-15 years old)

Please make checks payable to Lifetime Tennis. Please do NOT use the City of Walnut Creek registration form. Use the Lifetime Tennis registration form at www.lifetimetennis.com.

Little Tennis & Sports Development Program:

Registration Methods • Online at www.lifetimetennis.com • Mail in to Lifetime Tennis, 1751 Heather Drive, Walnut Creek 94598 • In-person at the Walnut Creek Tennis Center

Advance Court Reservations Court reservations for Heather Farm may be made up to 8 days in advance by calling the Tennis Center at 945-0105 during pro shop hours or at www.lifetimetennis.com.

Court is forfeited after 15 minutes.

Ball Machine Rental Ball machine rental is available. No one under the age of 15 years old may use the ball machine unless accompanied by an adult.

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This specialized program is designed to stimulate, challenge and appeal to children 4 to 6 years old. A team of highly trained and motivated “team leaders” will help provide a wonderful environment of intellectual and physical intrigue. Students and parents alike will be impressed by the dynamic range of learning aides and carefully designed development plans used throughout this program. Equipment can be purchased in the Heather Park Tennis Center Pro Shop.

Little Rallyer (6-9 years old) The Lifetime Tennis Elite Future Stars program is for promising young players that demonstrate the skills necessary to become future tournament players.

This program is designed to give our future stars rigorous training in technique, footwork, and rallying skills. Registration with instuctor approval only. For details please contact our Tennis Director, Roy Cosio, at royc@lifetimetennis.com.

Competition Programs: These year ‘round programs are designed to prepare students for tennis tournaments. Students learn from certified instructors and former touring pros with over 20 years of coaching experience. For details please contact our Tennis Director at 945-0105 (Program descriptions continued on the next page) w w w. l i f e t i m e t e n n i s . c o m

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Adult Tennis (16 & Older)

Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate Levels:

Beginning

This 3 tiered introduction program is designed to develop early tennis skills that include stage 1, 2 and 3 balls, ground strokes (stationary and moving), serving (1/2 and full motion), volleys, overheads, and basic vocabulary.

Students are grouped by age and ability levels the 1st day of class. Class goal: to maintain “full court” rallies and serve 1 of 3 balls into correct service box while using proper technique. Graduates are encouraged to join the Bronze, Silver & Gold program.

For students with little or no previous tennis instruction. Students will be introduced to the forehand, backhand, serve, and basic vocabulary. Class goal: maintain a six-to-ten shot “short court” rally and serve an average of 1 out of 3 balls into the correct service box.

Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels: For students who graduated from the Green, Blue & Red Level program or can fulfill the program requirements. Students will learn topspin, under spin sidespin; add and reduce the power to shots, and develop specialty shots. Program drills enhance quickness, balance and racquet control for improved consistency and accuracy.

Class goal: Develop foundation to become a well-rounded tennis player, successfully play singles and doubles matches, and to play in local tennis leagues, school teams or tournaments.

Little Tennis & Rallyer Camps Specially designed tennis nets, racquets and low bouncing balls are used to provide an enjoyable learning experience for younger players (4-6 years).

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

Junior Improvement & Matchplay Camps: Students are grouped by age & ability levels on 1st day of class. Introductory students will learn & improve their 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 and doubles Round Robin Tournaments. The instructor(s) will help players with scoring, rules and match strategy. Players should bring a snack; ice water is provided.

Advanced Beginning For students completing 10 or more hours of beginning tennis. In this level, we will be adding movement to groundstroke rallying and improving serving technique. Class goal: maintain a full-court rally and serve an average of 1 out of 2 balls into the correct service box.

Intermediate/Advanced For students who have completed 10-20 hours of advanced beginning tennis. Students will be introduced to volleys and overheads while improving overall confidence and consistency of the forehand, backhand and serve.

Added movement becomes a key component at this level. Class goal: to be able to play an actual singles or doubles match.

Drill Class Intermediate course or instructor approval. Workouts cover ground strokes, volleys, overheads, and serving drills. A great class for those wanting to move and hit lots of tennis balls.

Women’s Tennis Academy This innovative program is designed for 3.5 to 4.0 level players looking to improve their results in interclub, USTA league/tournaments or just to further develop their game playing skills. Students will thrive in our rotating court training system; which has produced fantastic results throughout local and national junior competitions.

Men’s Drill Class Turn up your game with drills focused on movement and shot development.

Classes are designed to maximize the number of balls hit per session. Each lesson will include a variety of drills that cover a wide range of shots.

Doubles Strategy Always poaching when you shouldn’t? Can’t figure out what to do against those tough pushers? The Doubles Strategy class will give you an edge over the competition through proven techniques and strategies that that you can implement in your game right away. The class will cover a variety of common scenarios and playing styles to help tailor your game with the perfect strategy.

SUMMER TENNIS PROGRAMS Little Tennis & Athletic Development (Ages 4-6) • Session is 6 weeks long • Student / teacher ratio is 6:1 *No lesson on 7/4 Level Ages Day Time Fantastic 4, 5 & 6 Year Olds 4-6 Sun 9:15-10:00am Fantastic 4, 5 & 6 Year Olds 4-6 Sun 1:15-2:00pm Fantastic 4, 5 & 6 Year Olds 4-6 Thurs 4:15-5:00pm Fantastic 4, 5 & 6 Year Olds 4-6 Fri 3:15-4:00pm Fantastic 4, 5 & 6 Year Olds 4-6 Sat 9:15-10:00am Fantastic 4, 5 & 6 Year Olds 4-6 Sat 2:15-3:00pm

Session 1 6/26-7/31 6/26-7/31 6/23-7/28 6/24-7/29 6/25-7/30 6/25-7/30

Session 2 8/7-9/11 8/7-9/11 8/4-9/8 8/5-9/9 8/6-9/10 8/6-9/10

Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR

6/26-7/31 6/25-7/30

8/7-9/11 8/6-9/10

$70R/77NR $70R/77NR

Little Rallyer (Ages 6-9) • Session is 6 weeks long • Student / teacher ratio is 4:1 *No lesson on 7/4 Little Rallyer 6-9 Sun 3:00-3:45pm Little Rallyer 6-9 Sat 2:15-3:00pm L i f e t i m e Te n n i s | 9 2 5 -945 - 0 1 0 5

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Youth Tennis Lessons (Ages 7-15) Session 1 6/26-7/31 6/22-7/27 6/23-7/28 6/24-7/29 6/25-7/30 6/26-7/31 6/24-7/29 6/25-7/30

Session 2 8/7-9/11 8/3-9/7 8/4-9/8 8/5-9/9 8/6-9/10 8/7-9/11 8/5-9/9 8/6-9/10

Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR

Session 1 6/20-8/1 6/24-7/29 6/25-7/30 6/26-7/31

Session 2 8/8-9/12 8/5-9/9 8/6-9/10 8/7-9/11

Fee $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR $120R/$132NR

Junior Development Teams (Ages 8-17) • Session is 6 weeks long • Student / teacher ratio is 8:1 Level Ages Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels 8-17 Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels 8-17 Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels 8-17 Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels 8-17

*No lesson on 7/4 Day Time Mon 3:30-5:30pm Fri 6:00-8:00pm Sat 3:00-5:00pm Sun 5:00-7:00pm

Adult Tennis Lessons (16 & older) • Session is 12 weeks long • Student / teacher ratio is 8:1 *No lesson on 4/24 (See Bonus/makeup days for rain outs) Level Ages Day Time Session 1 Session 2 Cardio 16+ Sun 8:00-9:00am 6/26-7/31 8/7-9/11 Cardio 16+ Mon 8:00-9:00am 6/20-8/1 8/8-9/12 Cardio 16+ Wed 8:00-9:00pm 6/22-7/27 8/3-9/7 Beginning Adult 16+ Sun 10:00-11:00am 6/26-7/31 8/7-9/11 Beginning Adult 16+ Mon 8:00-9:00am 6/20-8/1 8/8-9/12 Beginning Adult 16+ Mon 7:00-8:00pm 6/20-8/1 8/8-9/12 Beginning Adult 16+ Sat 6:00-7:00pm 6/25-7/30 8/6-9/10 Advanced Beginning Adult 16+ Tues 8:00-9:00am 6/21-7/26 8/2-9/6 Advanced Beginning Adult 16+ Mon 8:00-9:00pm 6/20-8/1 8/8-9/12 Advanced Beginning Adult 16+ Wed 7:00-8:00pm 6/22-7/27 8/3-9/7 Advanced Beginning Adult 16+ Thur 6:00-7:00pm 6/23-7/28 8/4-9/8 Advanced Beginning Adult 16+ Sat 5:00-6:00pm 6/25-7/30 8/6-9/10 Intermediate/Advanced Adult 16+ Mon 6:00-7:00pm 6/20-8/1 8/8-9/12 Intermediate/Advanced Adult 16+ Thur 7:00-8:00pm 6/23-7/28 8/4-9/8 Intermediate/Advanced Adult 16+ Sat 8:00-9:00am 6/25-7/30 8/6-9/10 Advanced Adult 16+ Fri 8:00-9:00am 6/24-7/29 8/5-9/9 Improve your Serve & Backhand 16+ Sun 4:00-5:00pm 6/26-7/31 8/7-9/11 Improve your Serve & Backhand 16+ Thur 8:00-9:00am 6/23-7/28 8/4-9/8 Drill Class 16+ Wed 8:00-9:00am 6/22-7/27 8/3-9/7 Doubles Strategy 16+ Thur 8:00-9:30pm 6/23-7/28 8/4-9/8

SUMMER TENNIS CAMPS • Camps are 1 week long

Fee $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $60R/$66NR $90R/$99NR

• Students should bring snack for break • Water provided

Camps run every week Monday through Friday with the exception of July 4th week camp will run Tuesday through Friday.

Sign up at the tennis office at Heather Farm or online at www.lifetimetennis.com

Little Tennis Camps (Ages 4-6) Little Tennis Camp

• Student / teacher ratio is 6:1 4-6 M-F 9:00-11:00am

Every Week

$129Res/$142Non-Res

Every Week

$149Res/$164Non-Res

Improvement, Jr. Team Camps (Ages 6-15) Match Play & Jr. Team Camp

6-15

• Student / teacher ratio is 8:1 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm

Swim & Tennis Combo (Ages 6-15) • Student / teacher ratio is 8:1 • Students should bring lunch Sign up for Morning Tennis camp and add an afternoon of recreational swim.

Swim & Tennis Combo 8-15 M-F 12:00-3:30pm Every Week $99Res/$110Non-Res L i f e t i m e Te n n i s | 9 2 5 -945 - 0 1 0 5

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• Session is 6 weeks long • Student to teacher ratio is 8:1 *No lesson on 7/4 Level Ages Day Time Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate 7-12 Sun 11:00am-12:00pm Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate 7-12 Wed 6:00-7:00pm Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate 7-12 Thur 5:00-6:00pm Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate 7-12 Fri 5:00-6:00pm Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate 7-12 Sat 10:00-11:00am Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate 10-15 Sun 2:00-3:00pm Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate 10-15 Fri 4:00-5:00pm Beginning, Adv. Beginning & Intermediate 10-15 Sat 11:00am-12:00pm

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Registration begins May 16, 2011

Mail Online

Fax

Available 24/7— Log onto www.WalnutCreekRec.org and click on Programs & Classes or Registration

Registration, with VISA or MasterCard information to : (925) 938-7529 or (925) 944-3598 for Aquatics

Registration Form with payment to: Walnut Creek Recreation Registration 301 N. San Carlos Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Please do not call to confirm if your fax was received

Make checks payable to City of Walnut Creek

Phone

Walk-in

Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm (No phone registration available for Aquatics) (925) 943-5858

Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm Heather Farm Community Center 301 N. San Carlos Drive, Heather Farm Park Aquatics: Clarke Memorial Swim Center 1750 Heather Drive, Heather Farm Park

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

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 prior to the start of class or before purchasing supplies or materials.

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.

Complete one registration form per family. Forms may also be downloaded from our website.

Policies Refunds/Credits • Refunds/credits are subject to a $10 service charge per person, per class. Refunds are processed within three weeks.

• Refunds will be considered if requests are submitted to the Recreation Division up to seven days prior to the first day of class.

• For withdrawal requests received after the refund period but prior to the first day of class, a credit valid for one year may be permitted for use toward a future course.

• Withdrawal requests after the first class meeting are subject to partial credit less service charge and pro-rated course fees.

• No refund requests are accepted after the last class meeting.

• Failure to attend program or “no-shows” will not be granted a refund/credit.

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 Recreation Division.

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ADA Accomodations

• Refund policies may vary for Adults 50+ (Seniors) programs.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City of Walnut Creek encourages those with disabilities to participate in our programs.

If you have any special needs that require specific accommodations so you can fully enjoy one of our classes or programs, please call the Recreation Division office at (925) 943-5858.

Fees • All fee courses and camp registrations include a $2 administrative processing fee.

• Fees must be paid in full at time of registration by cash, money order, VISA, MasterCard or check payable to the City of Walnut Creek, unless otherwise stated in program description.

• All payments are processed upon receipt.

• Lab fees are payable to the instructor at the first class. Please do not include lab fees with your registration fees.

Donations If you wish to make a tax-deductible donation to our community programs, please indicate so on your registration.

Thank you!

Questions? Active Adults (Seniors): (925) 943-5851 | Aquatics: (925) 943-5856 | Recreation: (925) 943-5858 Therapeutic Recreation: (925) 256-3531 | email: recreation@walnut-creek.org | website: www.WalnutCreekRec.org Wa l n u t C r e e k Re c r e a t i o n D i v i s i o n | p h 9 2 5 -94 3 - 5 8 5 8 | f x 9 2 5 -9 3 8 -75 2 9

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Recreation Division Telephone (Home)

Telephone (Cell/Work)

Address

City

Zip

Email address Participant Name

M/F DOB

Activity Name

1st Choice Class # Start Date

2nd Choice Class # Start Date

Fee

Account #______________________________________________Exp. Date______________ TOTAL Authorizing Signature___________________________________________________________ WAIVER OF LIABILITY: I consent to the above person’s participation in these activities and agree on behalf of said person and the undersigned that we assume the risk of accident or injuries sustained from whatever cause in connection therewith and release the City of Walnut Creek and its officers, agents and employees from any and all liability for such accident or injury. I understand I am responsible for all registration policies and procedures outlined in the department brochure. I further understand the City of Walnut Creek reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities, and program participants for potential future use. All photos remain the property of the City of Walnut Creek Recreation Division and may be used for publicity or promotional purposes only.

Dated:________________ Signature___________________________________________________________________________ Please indicate whether: Parent_______ Participant_______ Guardian_______

WHERE WE ARE Recreation Division Administrative Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5858 301 N. San Carlos Drive 94598 Park/Picnic Reservations, Recreation Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5858 Civic Park Community Center. . . . . . . . . . 943-5852 1375 Civic Drive 94596 Reservations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5853 Seniors’ Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5851 Seniors’ Volunteer Mini-Bus. . . . . . . . . 943-1434 Special Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256-3531 Civic Park Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5858 1375 Civic Drive 94596 Dog Park Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256-3574 Foothill Community Gymnasium. . . . . . . . 256-3539 2775 Cedro Lane 94598 Golf Course Pro Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 934-4775 Reservations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 934-4775, x. 10 Heather Farm Community Ctr. . . . . . . . . . 943-5858 301 N. San Carlos Drive 94598 Park Rental. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5858 Facility Rental. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256-3575 Heather Farm Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-4908 500 N. San Carlos Drive 94598 Skate Park Hotline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256-3584 Swimming Pools Heather Farm, Clarke Pool . . . . . . . . . 943-5856 Larkey Swim Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5861 Tennis Center & Pro Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 945-0105 1751 Heather Drive (Heather Farm Park) Tice Valley Community Gymnasium . . . . . 256-3572 2055 Tice Valley Blvd. 94595 Turf Hotline (Field Conditions). . . . . . . . . . . 256-3574 Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.WalnutCreekRec.org

City Council

Directory of Organizations

Cindy Silva, Mayor; Bob Simmons, Mayor Pro Tem; Kristina Lawson; Kish Rajan; Gary Skrel City Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ken Nordhoff

Acalanes Adult Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-0170 WC Adult Softball, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-1955 WC Aquabears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 939-5990 WC Aquanuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 934-4792 Boundary Oak Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . 934-4775 Continental Little League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210-6141 WC Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . 934-2007 WC Chess Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 939-7937 CC Jewish Community Center . . . . . . . . . 938-7800 Diablo Regional Arts Association. . . . . . . . . 932-1731 Diablo Sailing Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-2131 Diablo Singles Dance Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 820-4299 D.V. Fly Fisherman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-0360 D.V. Stamp Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 672-4610 D.V. Volleyball Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451-6581 Diablo Women’s Choral. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 682-3769 Equestrian Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 939-2929 4-H Club Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 646-6543 The Gardens at Heather Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . 947-1678 Lindsay Wildlife Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-1978 WC Little League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 806-8242 Model Train & Railroad Society . . . . . . . . . . 937-1888 Mt. Diablo Adult Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 937-1530 Mt. Diablo Mothers’ Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 927-2424 Odyssey Girls Volleyball Club . . . . . . . . . . . 941-0895 Pinnacle Volleyball Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 457-6230 WC Racquet Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 945-0105 Shadelands Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-7871 Walnut Festival Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-6766 WC Downtown Business Assoc. . . . . . . . . . 932-9001 WC Marauders Football/Cheerleading. . . 941-4745 WC Swim Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 935-4372 WC Soccer Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-5662 WC Tennis Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 945-0105 WC Youth Athletic Association . . . . . . . . . 933-4884

City Website: . . . . . . . . . . . http://walnut-creek.org Park, Recreation and Open Space Commission Meets 1st Monday, 7pm 1666 North Main Street 94596 Dan Lawrence, Chair Rich Carlston, Vice Chair Sandra Jacobsen, Carla Ludwig, Joe Stadum, Rick Underwood, Tom Worthy

Arts Recreation & Community Svcs. Dept.

Administrative Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5848 1666 North Main Street 94596 Lesher Center for the Arts Ticket Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-SHOW 1601 Civic Drive 94596 Open Tue-Sun Center Administrative Office. . . . . . . . . . . . 295-1400 Bedford Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295-1417 1601 Civic Drive 94596 Open Tue-Sun, noon–5pm Fri-Sat, 5–8pm Civic Arts Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5846 1666 North Main Street 94596 Shadelands Art Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5846 111 North Wiget Lane 94598 Fine Arts Preschool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5842

Open Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 943-5899, x. 2135 Ranger Stations: Old Borges Ranch/Shell Ridge . . 943-5899, x. 2162 Howe HomesteadPark/Lime Ridge . . . . . . 930-7731 Sugarloaf & Acalanes Ridges . . . . . . . . . . . . 944-5766

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Our Summer Civic Arts Education Class Catalog Is Ready for You! • Ceramics • Sculpture • Dance • Decorative & Fiber Arts • Painting • Music • Photography • Printmaking • Special Workshops • Glass • Jewelry • Theater For descriptions of over 120 classes in the visual and performing arts, refer to the Civic Arts Education catalog online at www.arts-ed.org, or call 943-5846 to have a copy sent to you.

BEDFORD gallery April 10–June 12, 2011

July 6–September 4, 2011

Land Of Magic: Artists Explore Make-Believe

Outlandish: Contemporary Depictions of Nature

13 artists working in variety of genres and media. From painting and printmaking to photography and video, their fantasy-scapes feature astronauts, flying saucers, furry pets, basketball hoops and more, gathered from memories of childhood or visions of the future.

This national juried exhibition looks at landscape from all vantage points and all media, including painting, sculpture, photography, video, and mixed media. From the micro to the macro, entries can explore a tiny spec of garden to a global view.

OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday, April 14, 6:00–8:00pm

OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday, July 7, 6:00—8:00pm

Admission $5 | Free for Friends of the Bedford and DRAA members

2011 Bg Artist Workshop series April 29—Lori Goldman: Knitting Off the Edge May 14—Emily Sevier: Flower Magic June 10—Ann Weber: The Four S’s: Strips, Stacks, Slots, and Sewing

For more info call 925/295-1417 or visit www.bedfordgallery.org

Bedford Gallery at the Lesher Center for the Arts

1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, Noon-5:00pm; evenings from 6:00-8:00pm when there are performances in the LCA. Your theater ticket gets you in free the day of the performance.

Civic Arts Education | ph925-943-5846 | www.arts-ed.org

Bedford Gallery | ph925-295-1417 | www.bedfordgallery.org

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We Create Community through People, Parks & Programs

Every week is an exciting new experience with Walnut Creek Day Camp and Heather Farm Adventure Camp!

Here’s what we have planned for a fun-filled summer . . .

Summer Fright Fest

6/20-6/24

Summer Safari

7/25-7/29

Can’t wait for October to bust out your best costume?! We have re-written the calendar and moved Halloween to June! Make your best Watermelon Jack-o-Lantern! Wear your costume during the Fright Fest Carnival, and live the spooky legends of “Ol’ Heather Farm Park.”

Put on your bucket hat and grab that butterfly net, because we’re going on an adventure through the jungles of Heather Farm! Learn about some of the world’s most interesting animals, near and far!

Create your own animal sock puppets and birdhouses and hang on tight . . . Adventure awaits!

Under the Sea

Dragons, Wizards, and Elves

6/27-7/1

“Is that a Dinglehopper?” No, you crazy seagull . . . that’s an adventure waiting to happen! Enjoy a week of splishing and splashing, water fights, sand castles, and a gigantic water slide at the ultimate Summer Beach Party in Heather Farm Park!

Wacky Week

7/5-7/8 (4-day week)

Join us for a wild ‘n crazy week filled with crazy crafts, wacky sculptures, and bizarre activities! Sing your heart out, tell a funny joke, or make silly noises with your hands while sharing your odd and funny talents at the summer camp talent show!

Through the Decades

7/11-7/15

Want to pop on some blue-suede shoes and dance like the King?

What about wearing parachute pants to do the Running Man? Travel with us through the yester-years with lava lamps, tie-dye shirts, poodle skirts, and jean jackets. Brush off your shoes and get jiggy at the summer camp sock hop and ice cream social as we continue to create our own styles for this fresh decade!

Spy Training Camp

8/1-8/5

Wave your wands and scepters high in the air and call upon the spell of “Camperious Summerious Amazing-atrounus!” Conjure potions and elixirs! Wear your camp’s colors with pride to the Tournament o’ Champions! Grab your broomstick and head on over to the summer camp castle of wonder and imagination!

Pirates Week

8/8-8/12

“Ahoy me hearties! Let us set out t’ sea ‘n search ferth’ finest treasures o’ th’ land!” There’s no better way to become a pirate than to just pop on the pirates hat and sash, grab your eye-patch, and defend your honor at Heather Yarrrrrr Park. Take your map and find the buried treasures left by your ancestors. Design and create your own treasure chest and pirate flags. Wave it around with pride to let all other scallywags know that this is your territory! Walk alongside the Walnut Creek Buccaneers or walk the plank!

7/18-7/22

Once again, the demand for recruits in the field of espionage is high! Our senior spies will train you with everything you need to know about puzzle decoding, information gathering, and trailing suspects! Stay light on your feet if you want your Double-O status and aid us in our quest to rid Heather Farm Park from hostile enemies and their allies!

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PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PA I D WALNUT CREEK CA PERMIT NO. 282 ECRWSS

RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER

Recreation Division City of Walnut Creek 301 N. San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 • www.WalnutCreekRec.org

Summer Camp Guide The 2011 Summer Camp Guide provides a listing of all our summer camp activities to satisfy all interests and ages.

For more information call (925) 943-5858.

Information is also available online at www.WalnutCreekRec.org.

Register no w before spac e runs out!