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Greater Vallejo Recreation District INSIDE THIS ISSUE 395 Amador Street, Vallejo, California 94590 (707) 648-4600 • FAX 648-4616 • www.gvrd.org Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm 3 • SPECIAL EVENTS

Board of Directors 5 • REACH Ron C. Bowen Sheryl Pannell Lea 6 • BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL Robert Briseno Wendell Quigley 7 • SUMMER CAMPS Gary Salvadori PAGE 10 9 • V ALLEJO SPORTS & Board Meetings ADVENTURE ACADEMY The Greater Vallejo Recreation District holds regular Board meetings at 6:30 pm on the second and fourth Thursday of every month. The public is invited. 10 • AQUATICS

GREATER VALLEJO RECREATION DISTRICT ACTIVITY GUIDE 17 • SPORTS SUMMER ISSUE • MAY-SEPTEMBER, PUBLISHED 3 TIMES A YEAR 22 • CHILDREN’S WONDERLAND District Staff Gabriel Lanusse . General Manager 24 • CHILD DEVELOPMENT Phillip McCoy . Recreation Superintendent PAGE 31 26 • MARE ISLAND SPORTS CENTER Romi Selfaison . Finance Director Christina Corse . Administrative Support Supervisor 29 • MARTIAL ARTS Tom McNair . Facilities Supervisor Salvador Nuno . Park Supervisor 31 • DANCE Vacant Recreation Supervisor 35 • PERFORMING ART (Sports, Youth & Mare Island Sport Complex) Justin Saroyan 36 • TRIPS AND TOURS Recreation Supervisor (Aquatics, Vallejo Sports/Adventure Academy, PAGE 35 37 • HEALTH AND WELLNESS Special Events, REACH, Children’s Wonderland) Sandy Tawaratsumida 38 • MUSIC Recreation Coordinator (Norman C. King & North Vallejo Community Centers) 39 • OUTDOOR Andrea Salvador Recreation Coordinator (Mare Island Sports Complex) 40 • ART & ENRICHMENT Crystal Stephan Recreation Coordinator (Foley Cultural Center) 42 • PARKS INFORMATION Nicole Benbow Recreation Coordinator (Vallejo Community Center) PAGE 40 44 • CLASS REGISTRATION Roslynn Brown Recreation Coordinator (Youth, Teens & Break Camp) Eliot Palmer AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES Recreation Coordinator (Youth & Break Camp) It is the intent of the Greater Vallejo Recreation District to fully comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Every attempt will be made to hold meetings, hearings, conferences, classes and other events in accessible locations and auxiliary aids will be provided upon request whenever possible to partici pants with disabilities. Complaints regarding department compliance with ADA should be directed to the General KEY: s Home School Program Manager of the Greater Vallejo Recreation District, 395 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA 94590, (707) 648-4600.

Parks Make Life Better. Building community in Vallejo through people, parks and programs. 1 SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE SUMMER 2018 General Manager’s Message GREA TER V ALLEJO RECREA TION DISTRICT The days are getting GIFTED WITH NEW POWER WASH ER longer, warmer, and before you know it summer will be here. This means camps for kids, sports, swimming, and BBQ picnics. We present to you the summer activity guide, and hope you find the information you need. Some items we have worked on is the new GVRD website. It is easier to read on your phone, and we will be making more improvements to it. We will also work on the registration software to help you enroll in classes. Playgrounds in the parks continue to be improved, and interior spaces in our community centers are being upgraded as well. Financially we are doing well, thanks to the community, and Measure K. We at GVRD “THANK Y OU” can not thank the community enough. I hope you have a To the anonymous donor for a new power washer . This amazing gif t is great summer to enjoy with your friends and families. gr eatly appr ecia ted in ef for ts in k eeping Best wishes, our park s cle an. Gabe Lanusse Have a dona tion? C ontact G VRD dir ectly (707) 648-4600 Mensaje de GM Los días se hacen más largos, más cálidos y antes de que nos demos cuenta, el verano estará aquí. Lo cual significa campamentos para los niños, deportes, natación y picnics para barbacoas. Les presentamos la guía de actividades de verano, y esperamos que encuentren la información to 6 que necesitan. Algunos artículos en los que hemos trabajado es el nuevo sitio web de GVRD. El contenido se puede leer mucho mejor en el celular, y continuaremos lled trabajando para que sea aun mucho mejor. También nce $ Military/Senior at the gate trabajaremos en el software de registro para ayudarles a Ca $ inscribirse en las clases. Los parques infantiles continúan mejorando, y los espacios interiores de nuestros centros comunitarios también se están actualizando. Con respecto a las finanzas, todo marcha bien, gracias a la comunidad, y la medida K. Nosotros en GVRD no le podemos agradecer lo suficiente a la comunidad. Espero que tengan un gran verano y disfruten con amigos y GVRD Refund Policy Patron-requested refunds will be approved only if requested in writing no later than familiares. 5 business days prior to the first day of the class/program. A $10 processing fee will Saludos, be assessed for each class/program you are requesting a refund for. GVRD reserves Gabe Lanusse the right to change or discontinue activities scheduled without advance notice. Contract instructors are wholly responsible for the content of their classes.

2“Champions of healthy living and active lifestyles” 648-4600 • www.gvrd.org AFRIC AN AME RI CAN FAMI LY RE UNIO N C OMMITT EE 2018 present s August 25 • 11am-3:30pm Vallejo CHILDREN’S WONDERLAND Family-oriented community organizations will JU NETE ENTH present information and activities for your family to enjoy with food, fun and music by the Sa turd ay, J une 16, 201 8 nationally acclaimed band The Hipwaders. Lots 11 a .m. to 4 p .m. of activities, giveaways and free entertainment. MA RTIN L UTHER K ING, J R. PA RK FREE Admission, Beh ind JFK Li brary, Downto wn V al le jo Children’s Wonderland, 360 Glenn St Li ve entert ai nm ent, fo od , ve nd or s, hea lth info rmati on , ed ucati on an d jo b tr ai nin g info rmati on , kid s ac tivi tie s and mor e!

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July 14 – The Jimmy Smith Band from 5pm-7pm – Keyboard-driven blues and R&B

Aug 25 – the Hipwaders from noon to 2pm – Nationally acclaimed music for kids of all ages

Sep 15 -Roots Man Project from 5-7pm- Enjoy the Caribbean sound of reggae, Hillcrest Baptist Church dub and dancehall 800 Lighthouse Drive Children’s Wonderland, Vallejo, CA 360 Glenn St, FREE admission

Gearing up for life’s big game! 2 Peter 1:3

4“Champions of healthy living and active lifestyles” 648-4600 • www.gvrd.org SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE REACH REACH REACH Programs are designed for adults & teens living with developmental disabilities. The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is dedicated to providing recreation and leisure activities for all of Vallejo. Our Therapeutic Recreation Programs were developed to help those living with developmental disabilities enjoy a full range of leisure opportunities. Classes and social events are supervised by GVRD recreation staff members. Staff can assist with enrollment prior to the start of programs. Each client is required to have a caregiver onsite during every activity. You may obtain a waiver and registration form at the REACH office in the Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. For further information or assistance please contact the REACH Program Recreation Technician, Melissa Edwards at 648-5317 or [email protected] SPORTS & GAMES • AGES 13+ EXPRESSIVE ARTS • AGES 13+ NEW LOCATION Get creative! Each week we express ourselves Join our fun and friendly REACH staff for skill- through art while listening to building, exercise and non-competitive sports music with friends. and games. Play basketball, soccer and more. Vallejo Community Center, Now at the Mare Island Sports 225 Amador St. Complex, 785 Walnut Ave. Tue 10:30-11:15am Mon 11:30am-12:15pm $15/session includes all art $9/session, no fee for caregivers materials, no fee for Session 3: Apr 30 – Jun 11 caregivers Session 4: June 25 – Aug 6 Session 3: May 1 – Jun 12 Session 5: Aug 20 – Oct 1 Session 4: Jun 26 – Aug 7 No classes on May 28, Sep 3 Session 5: Aug 21 – Oct 2

SPECIAL EVENTS REACH Come join us for a REACH movie and S snacks the Luau MOVIE DAY AGES 13+ 3rd Thursday • AGES 13+ of each Let’s celebrate the islands month. with dancing to a live DJ, Movie showing is in the Club Room. food, friends and fun. Come dressed Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. in Hawaiian best! $3/movie, no fee for caregivers. Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. Thurs 10:30am $5, no cost for caregivers, Thurs, Jun 28 11am-1pm May 17, June 21, July 19, Aug 16, Sep 20

28 th ANNUAL REACH PICNIC • AGES 13+ REACH SWIM DAY • AGES 13+ Our annual picnic is a great way to have a delicious Soak up the sun and lunch and fun in the sun with friends. have some fun in the Blue Rock Springs Park, water. Wear your 650 Columbus Parkway sunscreen and enjoy the day! $5 per person including caregivers Cunningham Aquatic Complex, Wed, Jul 12 11am – 1 pm 801 Heartwood Ave. $2, no fee for caregivers Clients MUST be preregistered for this event. To register, call Wed, May 30 – 1-3 pm Melissa Edwards at 707-648-5317 Wed, Sep 12 – 1-3pm

Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 5 SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE KIDS CLUB BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL

PROGRAM FEE SCHEDULE AFTER SCHOOL KINDER All registrations and payments can be taken at either PROGRAMS • TK-K GVRD’s main office, 395 Amador Street; at the Youth This program is designed to give a Department 401 Amador Street, online at www.gvrd.org boost to Transitional Kinder and or at each of the school sites. Please note: school sites Kindergarten families as they transition from school to only accept payments in the form of checks or money home. Our programs are offered at each participating orders. Pay by the due dates and receive the Early Bird school sites each day after school when school is in session. rate! Prices are based on one month sessions. We Our trained Kinder staff will pick up your Kinders from their currently accept Solano Family & Children Services, ask classrooms and walk them to our extended learning day about it. Kinder Program. Your child will receive homework help, a snack, supper, and engage in crafts / projects based around KID’S CLUB BEFORE & project based learning and recreational games. Students will AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS have the opportunity to take a nice nap after a long day, • GRADES 1-5 sing songs, read, and learn while having fun! (Cave Language Academy 1-7) The GVRD Kids Club programs are committed to providing quality before and after school programming for youth by building nurturing relationships and offering meaningful learning opportunities that promote lifelong skills. Your child will enjoy a safe and structured environment supervised by trained GVRD staff while participating in many recreational and SESSION FEES & DEADLINES enrichment activities. For more information regarding May 1-31 BEFORE SCHOOL: either of the Kids Klub Before or After School Programs, Days in Session: 22 $105 Early Bird/$115 Regular Price please contact Youth Coordinator Roslynn Brown at Due: May 1 KINDER CLUB AFTER SCHOOL: 707-648-4483, or fax 707-648-4616 $242 Early Bird/ $252 Regular Price AFTER SCHOOL: $180 Early Bird/$190 Regular Price

June 1-7 BEFORE SCHOOL: PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS Days in Session: 5 $30 Early Bird/$40 Regular Price Due: June 1 KINDER CLUB AFTER SCHOOL: Cave Elementary School $62 Early Bird/$72 Regular Price 770 Tregaskis Ave AFTER SCHOOL: Room 27, 556-8921 x59239 $45 Early Bird/$55 Regular Price

Glen Cove Elementary August 16 - 31 BEFORE SCHOOL: 501 Glen Cove Parkwy Days in Session: 12 $75 Early Bird/$85 Regular Price Room: A-4, 556-8921 x55916 Due: August 16 KINDER CLUB AFTER SCHOOL: $170 Early Bird/$180 Regular Price Pennycook Elementary AFTER SCHOOL: 3620 Fernwood Avenue $120 Early Bird/$130 Regular Price Room: 36, 556-8921 x59842 September 4 - 28 BEFORE SCHOOL: Steffan Manor Elementary Days in Session: 19 $130 Early Bird/$140 Regular Price 815 Cedar Street Due: September 4 KINDER CLUB AFTER SCHOOL: Room 22, 556-8640 X57145 $290 Early Bird/$300 Regular Price AFTER SCHOOL: Wardlaw Elementary $210 Early Bird/$220 Regular Price 1698 Oakwood Ave Room N-2, 556-8921 x53461 October 1 - 31 BEFORE SCHOOL: Room N-4, 556-8921 x53463 Days in Session: 22 $145 Early Bird/$155 Regular Price Due: October 1 KINDER CLUB AFTER SCHOOL: $320 Early Bird/$330 Regular Price AFTER SCHOOL: For After School @ The Pool see page 11 $230 Early Bird/$240 Regular Price

6“Champions of healthy living and active lifestyles” 648-4600 • www.gvrd.org SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE SUMMER CAMPS

TOP OF THE BAY SUMMER CAMPS TOP OF THE BAY KINDER KIDS CAMP Please have your child wear sun block, layered • GRADES TK-K play clothes, closed-toe shoes, bring a sack lunch Kinder Kids Camp is designed to give the youngest and one snack daily. We will occasionally campers a boost as they transition from preschool incorporate water activities on hot days so your and home, to the camp environment. Children child may get their clothing wet. A completed entering kindergarten, or are 4 years old by the first emergency form is required by the first day of day of camp, have their own team of Kinder camp camp. Since emergency forms are not transferred employees who help them with all aspects of camp from site to site, you must fill out a new life and participate in the activities alongside them. emergency form for each site your child attends. Kinder camp employees also make sure that For more information please contact the Youth children get their lunch, snacks, visits to the Department at 648-4483. bathroom and everything else they need. Campers Top of the Bay Summer Camp Themes must wear closed- toe shoes, bring a sack lunch, Week 0: 6/11-6/15: Welcome to the Jungle water bottle and snack daily. (offered at VCC location only) Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. Week 1: 6/18-6/22: Destination Imagination Weeks 1,2,3 Week 2: 6/25-6/29: Destination Imagination Regular care: 9am-3pm Week 3: 7/2-7/6: Red, White, and Blue $115/resident, $125/nonresident Week 4: 7/9-7/13: Red, White, and Blue Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm Week 5: 7/16-7/20: Safari Animal Adentures $135/resident,$145/nonresident Week 6: 7/23-7/27: Safari Animal Adentures Weeks 4,5,6,7,8 Week 7: 7/30-8/3: Battle of the Bay Regular care: 9am-3pm Week 8: 8/6-8/10: Battle of the Bay $125/resident, $135/nonresident *no camp 7/4 Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm $150/resident, $160/nonresident WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE CAMP AT VCC • GRADES K-6 TOP OF THE BAY FUN-GINEERING CAMP Kick off your summer with our Summer Starter • GRADES 1-6 Camp held exclusively at the Vallejo Community The Top of the Bay is the Place to Play! This Center (VCC). Trained and experienced staff will traditional day camp is designed to appeal to a lead campers through a variety of fun activities variety of ages and interests. Our trained and including crafts, games, outdoor activities, science, experienced staff will incorporate crafts, building and a food activity! We will also take a fieldtrip legos, engineer robots, mod with Minecraft, games, to Children’s Wonderland Park, which will be outdoor activities, water activities, field trips chaperoned by GVRD staff only, for some out- (chaperoned by GVRD staff only) and recreational door play. This camp sold out last year so pre- sports activities. Campers must wear closed- toe registration is a must! Campers must wear closed- shoes, bring a water bottle, sack lunch and snack toe shoes, bring a water bottle, sack lunch and daily. Field trip not included in camp pricing. snack daily. Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. Teen Room Teen Room Weeks 1,2,3* Week 0 only Regular care: 9am-3pm Regular care: 9am-3pm $105/resident, $115/nonresident $105/resident, $115/nonresident Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm $130/resident, $140/nonresident $130/resident, $140/nonresident *No Camp on July 4th. Weeks 4,5,6,7,8 Regular care: 9am-3pm $115/resident, $125/nonresident Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm $140/resident, $150/nonresident

Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 7 SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE SUMMER CAMPS

TOP OF THE BAY HEALTHY LIVING CAMP F.R.E.S.H. CAMP (FUTURE RISING • GRADES 1-6 ENTERTAINERS STAR HEADQUARTERS) Come experience a unique camp geared toward • GRADES 6-9 fitness and healthy living. Campers will learn how to If your pre-teen is bored and has nothing planned, the prepare healthy snacks, make healthier food choices place to be is Wonderland! We have planned EIGHT-1 and learn about the importance of fitness while week camps with special themes and very talented, having fun. Campers must wear closed-toe shoes, experienced staff who will work with the participants bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and a snack daily. toward putting on a theatrical performance at the end Field trip not included in camp pricing. of each week. Participants will also make the props Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto and design costumes. Space is limited to 25 campers Weeks 1,2,3* per session so register soon before they fill up. Regular care: 9am-3pm Campers need to wear closed-toe shoes, bring a water $105/resident, $115/nonresident bottle, snacks and a bag lunch daily. Check website for Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm play and improv dates. Students will alternate weekly $130/resident, $140/nonresident between improve shows and plays. *No Camp on July 4th. For extended care please drop off and pick up at Weeks 4,5,6,7,8 Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. Regular care: 9am-3pm Children’s Wonderland Park, 360 Glenn St. $115/resident, $125/nonresident Weeks 1,2,3* Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm Regular care: 9am-4pm $140/resident, $150/nonresident $105/resident, $115/nonresident NEW! TEEN RISE • GRADES 10-12 Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm $130/resident, $140/nonresident The purpose of this program is for teens to become *No Camp on July 4th. more active in their community, and make a positive Weeks 4,5,6,7,8 impact. Participants will brain storm, discuss, and Regular care: 9am-4pm actively approach some of the issues today’s youth $115/resident, $125/nonresident face, while allowing teens to learn they have a voice. Extended care: 6:30am-6:30pm Participants will put in volunteer hours on community $140/resident, $150/nonresident projects, gain the skills of learning how to project plan, better their professionalism and gain a new SPORTS CAMP • AGES 6-11 appreciation for their community. At the end of the Participants will have fun while learning the sports program participants will receive certificates of of basketball, volleyball, football, hockey, and soccer. completion and letters of recommendations. Sports will vary each week, and have a Bay Area sports 401 Amador St. Auditorium team theme. They will also enjoy science, arts and 4 week session Mon-Fri Jul 9 – Aug 3 crafts, food crafts and more. Bring a big lunch, 9am – 3pm $140/resident, $150/nonresident sunscreen and 2 bottles of water. Must wear closed JUNIOR WARRIORS SUMMER CAMP toe shoes. For more information contact Taya de Alba at [email protected] or call 648-4609. • AGES 6-11 Mare Island Sports Complex, 785 Walnut Ave. The Junior Warriors Basketball camp is a non- Week 1 Jun 18 – Jun 22…Soccer competitive basketball camp for youth. Your child Week 2 Jun 25 – Jun 29…Flag Football will get the opportunity to learn how to pass, shoot, Week 3 Jul 2 – Jul 6*… All Sports rebound, play defense, team work, and learn basic Regular Care: 9am-3pm fundamentals. Each player will receive a Warriors $105/resident; $115/nonresident- per week jersey and headband. Bring a big lunch, sunscreen Extended Care: 7am-6pm and 2 bottles of water. Must wear closed toe shoes. $130/resident; $140/nonresident-per week For more information contact Taya de Alba at Week 4 Jul 9 – Jul 13…Basketball [email protected] or call 648-4609. Week 5 Jul 16 – Jul 20…Hockey/Volleyball Mare Island Sports Complex, 785 Walnut Ave. Week 6 Jul 23 – Jul 27…Kickball Week 1 Jun 11 – Jun 15 Week 8 Aug 6 – Aug 10 Week 7 Jul 30 – Aug 3…Soccer Regular Care: 9am-3pm Regular Care: 9am-3pm $100/resident; $115/nonresident- per week $115/resident; $125/nonresident- per week Extended Care: 7am-6pm Extended Care: 7am-6pm $120/resident; $130/nonresident-per week $135/resident; $145/nonresident-per week

8“Champions of healthy living and active lifestyles” 648-4600 • www.gvrd.org SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE VALLEJO SPORTS & ADVENTURE ACADEMY

URBAN BEATS SUMMER CAMP • AGES 8-15 The Music Beats making program is funded by the Vallejo City Council.

Kids learn important musical concepts North Vallejo Community Center, 1121 Whitney Ave in a fun and tech-savvy way. They Jun 25-29 will make their own computerized Half day: 9am-noon or 1-4pm mixes and songs using a beat-making $50/resident, $60/nonresident machine equipped with a keyboard and iPad. Full Day: 9am – 4pm $95/resident, $105/nonresident Limited enrollment. Extended care: 7am-6pm $115/Resident, $125/nonresident

VALLEJO SPORTS & ADVENTURE ACADEMY ROCK CLIMBING • AGES 12-17 Thanks to a generous grant from the City of Vallejo, kids have an opportunity to have a blast rock-climbing – any skill level is welcome. The indoor facility has a huge variety of walls. Parents can drive their own kids, or have them go in the GVRD van. Parents will need our Look for to sign a GVRD waiver and a Rockzilla waiver which er new bann can be found at http://www.climbrockzilla.com/. ile and mob Rockzilla, 849 Jackson St, #5A, Napa rec van $15/resident, $20/nonresident Sat, July 21 1-4pm FREE!! SPORTS IN THE PARK • GRADES 5 - 12 PADDLING CLASS • AGES 12-17 The Vallejo Sports and Adventure Academy is a program funded by the City of Vallejo. This Learn the fundamentals of kayaking and canoeing program provides FREE recreational activities to from experts who are passionate about paddling. You get our youth outdoors. Qualified staff teach will see our town from a whole new vantage point – kids the basics of basketball, flag football, soccer Lake Chabot! No previous experience needed, kids and more in a non-competitive environment. should be able to swim. All personal flotation devices, Check the website for additional locations. boats and equipment provided. Wardlaw Elementary School Field, Lake Chabot at Dan Foley Park, 1461 N. Camino Alto 1698 Oakwood Ave $5/person Every Sat 1-4pm, weather permitting Sun, Aug 19 12-2pm

For more information about any Vallejo Sports and Adventure Academy activities, please contact Melissa Edwards at 707-648-5317 or [email protected]

Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 9 SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE AQUATICS

CUNNINGHAM AQUATIC COMPLEX • 648-4635 LAP SWIMMING AT CUNNINGHAM POOL A heated Olympic-size pool (50 meters x 25 yds.) Tues, Thurs, Fri 5:30-7am located at 801 Heartwood Ave. This year-round facility Mon-Fri 3:30-5:30pm is the home of the Vallejo Aquatic Club swim team, Sat (beginning Feb 17) 10am-1pm Jesse Bethel High School water polo and swim teams, Sun (beginning Jun 3) 11:30am-3pm St. Patrick’s-St. Vincent’s High School water polo and Seasonal 7:30-9:30pm (call for dates) swim teams, and Benicia High School water polo. The ADULTS 18+ SENIORS 60+ facility hosts a variety of on-going programs for the Daily Fee $4 $3 greater Vallejo community. On-site dressing rooms Lap Pass (20 swims) $75 $5 and outdoor showers are available. *all lap swim hours are subject to change based on OFFICE HOURS attendance and availability April 30-June 15: Mon-Fri, 3:30-7:30pm, WATER EXERCISE FOR ADULTS June 18-Aug 10: This drop in class is conducted entirely in the water. Mon-Thu, 10-7:30pm, Fri. 3:30-7:30pm Muscle and joint stress is reduced by using the natural Hours subject to change. resistance of movement through the water. It’s an Call to confirm hours, 648-4635. ideal exercise for improving muscle tone and cardiovascular fitness. Exercise equipment helps to RECREATION SWIM AT vary the workouts. No swimming skills necessary. CUNNINGHAM POOL Cunningham Aquatic Complex, 801 Heartwood Ave. Fun for all ages. An adult must swim one-on-one with Year Round: Mon-Thur, 6:30-7:10pm children under age 8 or under 48” tall. Starting Jun 18- Aug 9: Mon-Thur, 6:50-7:30pm Jun 18-Aug 10: Mon-Fri, 12:30-2:30pm ADULTS 18+ SENIORS 60+ Jun 16-Aug 4: Sat, 12:30-3:30pm Daily Fee $4 $3 Jun 17-Sep 23: Sun, 12-3pm Pass (10 visits) $35 $25

Night Rec Swim Jun 18-Aug 10: Mon-Fri 7:30-9pm 4 & UNDER AGES 5-59 SENIORS 60+ Daily Fee $1 $3 $2

*pool closed May 18, 19, 20 Jun 15, 22, 23, 24, Jul 4

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RED CROSS COMMUNITY FIRST AID AFTER SCHOOL @ THE POOL AND CPR • ALL AGES • GRADES 1-5 Course teaches participants how to respond to Join us for an exciting swimming adventure at respiratory emergencies for adults, children, infants Cunningham Pool, where kids can have a fun and and includes first aid certification. Great for parents, safe afterschool outlet to work on homework AND teachers, or daycare providers. Course fee includes all learn to swim. Our lifeguard camp leaders will assist materials and certifications. For more information with homework and teach daily swim lessons to all please contact Justin Saroyan at 648-4635. participants. Swimming is a life skill that used to be Cunningham Pool Club House, 707 Heartwood Ave. in the school curriculum but has been taken out; May 26, Aug 25 and now YOU can put it back in! For more info Sat, 8am-5pm call 648-4663. Cost: $70/resident, $75/nonresident Participant options: • Guided walk over from Pennycook RECREATION SWIM FOR • Van pick up from Glen Cove SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS & Vallejo Charter Cunningham Aquatic Complex is available for school • Parent drop off at pool field trips. All reservations must be made at least 3 • More locations upon request days prior to reservation date and must be paid in Cunningham Pool 801 Heartwood Ave advance. Reservations will be taken at Cunningham May 1-31: Early Bird $180, $190 Reg Price (22 days) Pool, Monday through Friday 11am-2pm, beginning June 1-7: Early Bird $45 $55 Reg Price (5 days) April 3. For more information please contact Just in Aug 16-31: Early Bird $120, $130 Reg Price (12 days) Saroyan at 648-4635. Sep 4-28: Early Bird $210, $220 Reg Price (19 days) Cunningham Aquatic Complex, 801 Heartwood Ave. After School until 6pm Apr 10-Jun 7, Tues/Thur/Fri MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE 11am-2pm Cost: $5 per person

PRIVATE POOL RESERVATIONS Spring/Summer

Your public pool is now available to AQUATIC JOBS AVAILABLE rent for your private use. Come and Join the GVRD Aquatic Staff enjoy beautiful Cunningham Pool and spend your summer by the pool for your next birthday party, family for your next birthday party, family with a team of experienced reunion, baptism, or reunion, baptism, or lifeguards and instructors youth group get together. youth group get together. who love what they do. For reservations and availability, call Cunningham Pool Office Current Lifeguard Training, at 648-4635 CPR/First Aid certifications are during office hours. required for Lifeguard positions, All reservations must be made at GVRD currently offers all least two weeks (14 days) prior certification courses to reservation date and paid in full at time of Applications available online. reservation. Return application to Only $130/hr for the whole pool! 395 Amador Street. (707) 648-4663.

Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 11 ALL OF OUR CAMP LEADERS ARE CERTIFIED LIFEGUARDS WITH OVER 60 HOURS OF TRAINING. LUNCHES ARE PROVIDED ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS. (NO CLASS JUL 4 TH ) CAMPERS MUST BRING A LUNCH, SNACK, AND AT LEAST TWO DRINKS TO CAMP EACH DAY. ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, SO SIGN UP TODAY AT WWW.GVRD.ORG. THE VALLEJO SCHOOL DISTRICT WILL PROVIDE FREE LUNCHES FOR ALL CAMPERS AGES 5-17, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. CONTACT JUSTIN SAROYAN FOR MORE DETAILS, 648-4635 OR [email protected]. GUARDSTART • AGES 9-11 JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS • AGES 11-14 This is a great program to get kids physically active and escape the doldrums of an unhealthy video game Spend your summer hanging out at the pool learning what it takes to become a lifeguard! The GVRD Jr. lifestyle. Participants will have swim lessons, free swim time and will play organized water and land sports. Lifeguard program is an awesome aquatic adventure camp designed to physically train and mentally No past swimming experience necessary. The GuardStart program emphasizes a wide range of skills on prepare young adults for the exciting job of lifeguarding. Course fee includes field trips, BBQ and injury prevention, emergence response, physical fitness, self- esteem, communication and decision making. excellent job opportunities at one of our pools. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards. Cunningham Pool, 707 Heartwood Ave. , Camp Dates: Jun 12-Aug11* Cunningham Pool, 801 Heartwood Ave. REGULAR CAMP: EXTENDED CAMP: REGULAR CARE: EXTENDED CARE: Mon-Fri 9am-3pm Mon-Fri 7am-6pm $435 for 8 weeks, Weekly rate: $90 $710 for 8 weeks, Weekly rate: $115 $130/week resident, $145/week nonresident $160/week resident, $170/week nonresident 9am-3pm; Mon-Thurs 7am-6pm 7/2-7/6 only $125/week resident, 7/2-7/6 only $150/week resident, Jun 18-Aug 9* Jun 18-Aug 9* *no camp 7/4* $135/week nonresident* $160/week nonresident* *no camp 7/4 JR. LIFEGUARD WORK EXPERIENCE • AGES 12-15 Put your skills to work! Earn practical experience assisting lifeguards with teaching swim lessons and life- DAVEY JONES LITTLE GUARDS CAMP • AGES 5-8 guarding. This is a great introduction to the lifeguarding profession and gives participants a feel for what The best of both worlds! This camp combines the traditional camp activities with swim lessons and rec it’s like to be a lifeguard. Participants must have been enrolled in at least two weeks swim at Cunningham Pool! Campers will participate in daily swim lessons and rec swim Monday through of our Jr. Lifeguard camps in order to enroll. Cost includes whistle. Thursday. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged for this sell out camp! Campers are required to bring Cunningham Pool, 801 Heartwood Ave. lunch, 2 bottles of water, a bathing suit, sun block and a towel on pool days ( Monday-Thursday). For more Cost: $25/week, July 16-19, July 23-26, July 30-Aug 2, Aug 6-9 Mon-Thurs, 3-5pm information call 707-648-4635. Cunningham Youth Portable, 707 Heartwood Ave., Camp Dates: Jun 11-Aug 10* LIFEGUARD ACADEMY LIFEGUARD TRAINING • AGES 15+ • AGES 15+ REGULAR CAMP: Be a part of the 9th graduating class! Course includes American Red Cross Mon-Fri 9am-3pm Learn what it’s like to be a lifeguard at Lifeguard Training, CPR for the $135/week resident, Cunningham Pool this summer. Teach Professional Rescuer, and First Aid. $145/week nonresident swim lessons, shadow guard during Course fee includes all certifications. 7/2-7/6 only rec swim, and get valuable work Prerequisite: 15 years of age, able $125/week resident, experience in this internship program. to swim 300 yards, retrieve a $135/week nonresident * Participants are welcome at all staff 10lb brick from 7 feet of trainings and if fully certified are also water, and tread water EXTENDED CAMP: qualified to be hired on an as needed for 2 min with no hands. Mon-Fri 7am-6pm basis. This is a great resume builder! Cunningham Pool Clubhouse, $160/week resident, Cunningham Pool, 709 Heartwood Ave. $170/week nonresident 801 Heartwood Ave Jun 4-8 OR Jul 9-13 7/3-7/7 only Training: June 11-15 Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm $150/week resident, (must attend for employment eligibility) Cost: $155/resident, $160/week nonresident* Half Summer: $135 Jun 18- Jul 13, or $160/nonresident *no camp 7/4 Jul 16-Aug 10 Recertification: Full Summer: $210 Jun 18-Aug 10 May 12 9am-4pm ($60 savings!) $80/resident, $90/nonresident For more information call *No camp on 4th of Jul. Justin Saroyan at 648-4663 We do not pro-rate.

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14 “Champions of healthy living and active lifestyles” 648-4600 • www.gvrd.org Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 15 SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE AQUATICS

PARENT/TOT WATER SAFETY PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS APPROXIMATE AGE: 6 MONTHS TO 3 YEARS Sign up for one-on-one swim lessons. Open to Students must be accompanied by an adult in the students of ALL ages and abilities. Each class provides water for all class sessions because the instructor instruction by dedicated swim instructors at the will be instructing the adults on how to teach their Cunningham Aquatic Complex. Participants can child the skills listed below, based on the class size register for a series of lessons or individually. and participant ability. Students with their parent’s For more info please contact 648-4635. support will begin to explore front and back floating, $22 per lesson/resident, $27 per lesson/nonresident gliding, kicking, entering and exiting the pool, as (30 min.) well as exploring using arms/legs at alternating/ Cunningham Aquatic Complex, simultaneous times. For more information please 801 Heartwood Ave contact 648-4635. Weekday Fee: $50/resident, $55/nonresident – Early Bird SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Weekday Fee: $55/resident, $60/nonresident – Regular Price Sign up for two-on-one semi-private lessons, a Weekend Fee: $45/resident, $50/nonresident – Early Bird great teaching tool for swimmers of similar ability. Weekend Fee: $50/resident, $55/nonresident – Regular Price Participant must be registered at the same time. For more info please contact 648-4635. 4-5 YEAR-OLD SWIM LESSONS $32/30 min lesson ($15/student)/resident Classes are limited to 5 students per instructor to $37/30 min lesson ($17.50/student)/nonresident provide for individualized attention. Students are Cunningham Aquatic Complex, grouped with other children of equal abilities and 801 Heartwood Ave follow the Learn-To-Swim guidelines for Levels 1-4. Weekday Fee:$55/resident, $60/nonresident – Early Bird Weekday Fee: $60/resident, $65/nonresident – Regular Price Weekend Fee: $50/resident, $55/nonresident – Early Bird Weekend Fee:$55/resident, $60/nonresident – Regular Fee

LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELS (LTS) 1-6 • AGES 6+ See page 12 for Levels details. Weekday Fee: $50/resident, $55/nonresident - Early Bird Weekday Fee: $55/resident, $60/nonresident - Reg Fee Weekend Fee: $45/resident, $50/nonresident - Early Bird Weekend Fee: $50/resident, $55/nonresident - Reg Fee

ADULT/TEEN SWIM LESSONS • AGES 13+ Individualized instruction for basic skill development in all basic strokes. Instructors will work with participants at their own pace. This class is ideal for teens and adults to become comfortable in the water and work on stroke development. Weekday Fee: $50/resident, $55/nonresident - Early Bird Weekday Fee: $55/resident, $50/nonresident - Reg Fee Weekend Fee: $45/resident, $50/nonresident - Early Bird Weekend Fee: $50/resident, $55/nonresident - Reg Fee

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16 “Champions of healthy living and active lifestyles” 648-4600 • www.gvrd.org SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE CUBBIES SPORTS

CUBBIES CUBBIES T BALL • AGES 3-5 SOCCER Want your child to learn basic t-ball fundamentals? • AGES 3-8 This 8-week program is designed to introduce children Searching for a to the basics of baseball including hitting using a tee, summer soccer catching, and base running. After training and league? We practice, players will be drafted into different teams here at the and play in organized games. Parents are required to GVRD sports remain at the field to support their Cubby. For more department information contact Taya de Alba @ [email protected] would like to or call 648-4609. have your child Vallejo Little League Field, 505 Amador St. join our 8-week Jun 22 – Aug 10 soccer program. $70/resident, $80/nonresident (Ages 3-5) It has been Fri, 4:30- 5:15pm or 5:30-6:15pm designed to introduce children to the basics of soccer including foot control, passing, defense, and shooting. CUBBIES BASKETBALL • AGES 3-8 We even include mini games in some of our practices. Dribble into the summer season with cubbies After training and practice for four weeks, players will basketball. This 8 week program is designed to be drafted on to different teams and will play in introduce children to the basics of basketball, organized games. This is an amazing opportunity for including dribbling, passing, and shooting. After your child to be exposed to new and exciting things training and practice, players will be drafted on to like sports and teamwork! Parents are required to different teams and play in organized games. Your remain at the field to support their Cubby. For more child will constantly be praised for the effort they put information contact Taya de Alba @ [email protected] in. Parents are required to remain at the court to or call 648-4609. support their Cubby. For more information contact Wardlaw Elementary School, Soccer Field, Taya de Alba @ [email protected] or call 648-4609. 1968 Oakwood Ave. Mare Island Sports Complex, 785 Walnut Ave Jun 18 – Aug 6 June 20 – Aug 15* $70/resident, $80/nonresident (Ages 3-5) $70/resident, $80/nonresident (Ages 3-5) $75/resident, $85/nonresident (Ages 6-8) $75/resident, $85/nonresident (Ages 6-8) Mon, 4:30-5:15pm (Ages 3-5) Wed, 4:30- 5:15pm (Ages 3-5) Mon, 5:30-6:30pm (Ages 6-8) Wed, 5:30-6:30pm (Ages 6-8) *No class Jul 4 CUBBIES VOLLEYBALL • AGES 6-8 CUBBIES TENNIS • AGES 3-8 Have your summer SET with cubbies volleyball! Here Swing into summer! Is your little one ready to learn at GVRD we created an amazing 8-week program about tennis? This 8-week program is designed to that is designed to introduce children to the basics of introduce children to the basics of tennis including volleyball, which includes; passing, setting, spiking serving, hitting, back hand, forward hand, and and defense. After training and practice, players will returning services. The players will play on small be drafted on to different teams and play in courts with small rackets. Cubbies tennis is a great organized games. An awesome way to introduce your way to show your little one about hand eye child to the sport of volleyball. Parents are required to coordination and fun! Parents are required to remain remain at the court to support their Cubby. For more at the court to support their Cubby. For more information contact Taya de Alba @ [email protected] information contact Taya de Alba @ [email protected] or call 648-4609. or call 648-4609. Mare Island Sports Complex, 785 Walnut Ave Amador Tennis Courts, 401 Amador St. June 20 – Aug 15* Jun 19 - Aug 7 Cost: $75/resident, $85/nonresident $70/resident, $80/nonresident (Ages 3-5) Wed, 4:30-5:30pm (Ages 6-8) $75/resident, $85/nonresident (Ages 6-8) *No Class Jul 4 Tues, 4:30- 5:15pm (Ages 3-5) Tues, 5:30-6:30pm (Ages 6-8)

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NEW! AIR BLAIR ATHLETICS – FLAG FOOTBALL CLINIC • AGES 3-14 Participants will learn the fundamentals of passing, catching, de-flagging & other defensive principles. Scrimmages will emphasize skills on both sides of the ball in a fun & positive environment. Coach Blair has been coaching and training athletes for the past 25 years. He has trained HS – All State, D1 College to Pro Athletes. For that last 10 years he has trained youth athletes ages 5-18 in Solano County and has used his extensive knowledge and experience to build an enjoyable environment where kids can learn their sport of choice while having fun. He focuses on instilling a love of the game while building players confidence, mental preparation, skill & competitive spirit. Instructor Shaun Blair, Air Blair Athletics. For more information GRIZZLIES BASKETBALL • AGES 8-14 contact Taya de Alba [email protected] or call Grizzlies basketball is a great way to introduce your 648-4609. child to the rules and game of basketball. This 8-week Wardlaw Elementary School Soccer Field, program is a non- competitive basketball league for 1968 Oakwood Ave youth. Our sports developmental leagues are Jun 23- Jul 28 specifically designed to help introduce kids to the $90 game of basketball. After clinical workouts, the Sat, 9-9:45am (3-5) players will be drafted on to different teams and play Sat, 10-10:55am (6-8) in organized games. For more information contact Sat, 11am-11:55am (8-14) Taya de Alba @ [email protected] or call 648-4609. Mare Island Sports Complex, 785 Walnut Ave GRIZZLIES VOLLEYBALL • AGES 8-14 Jun 20 – Aug 8* Looking for your child to get extra practice during the $80/resident, $90/nonresident off season? Grizzlies volleyball is a great way to Wed, 6:45-7:45pm (Ages 8-10) continue reps during the off-season. This 8-week Wed, 8-9pm (Ages 11-14) program is a non- competitive volleyball league. Our *No class Jul 4 sports developmental leagues are specifically designed to help introduce kids to the game of volleyball. After GRIZZLIES SOCCER • AGES 8-14 clinical workouts, the players will be drafted on to Kick hard this summer with grizzlies soccer. This 8- different teams and play in organized games. For more week program is a non- competitive soccer league for information contact Taya de Alba @ [email protected] youth. Our sports developmental leagues are or call 648-4609. specifically designed to help introduce kids to the Mare Island Sports Complex, 785 Walnut Ave game of soccer. Passing, teamwork, and dribbling will Jun 20 – Aug 8* be our foundation for weekly practices. After clinical $80/resident, $90/nonresident workouts, the players will be drafted on to different Wed, 5:45-6:45pm (Ages 8-10) teams and play in organized games. For more Wed, 7-8pm (Ages 11-14) information contact Taya de Alba @ [email protected] *No class Jul 4 or call 648-4609. Wardlaw Elementary School, Soccer Field, 1968 Oakwood Ave. Jun 18 – Aug 6 Interested in leading a $80/resident, $90/nonresident SENIOR ACTIVITY CLASS? Mon, 6:45-7:45pm (Ages 8-14) Contact GVRD at 648-4600

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JR. GIANTS SUMMER BASEBALL • AGES 6-14 The Junior Giants is co-sponsored by the, San Francisco Giants AGES 7-12 and the Greater Your child is invited to learn the basics of track Vallejo Recreation and field, and to practice foundational sports District. Players are skills in a fun, non-competitive experience. provided with uniforms, caps Included are a series of stations that teach and equipment. Hitting basic sport fundamentals, ending with a off of coach pitch will practice track meet. make this low-key PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. recreational league fun and instructional. If you are interested in coaching or being a team parent, please For more information please contact call 707-648-4609. Registrations will only be taken at Taya de Alba at 707-648-4609 or http://sfrgvallejorec.siplay.com/site/. Sign-ups open [email protected]. in the month of April. Wilson Park, 915 Solano Ave. 505 Amador St. Aug 18 • FREE , Sat, 10am-1pm FREE (limited to 250) Jun 11– Aug 6 (no practice July 4th) Coaches meeting May 26 6pm 401 Amador First Pitch Meeting May 25 6pm 401Amador Tues/Wed, Baseball Ages 7-9 Thurs, Baseball Ages 10-13 Mon, Softball Ages 7-9 Mon, Softball Ages 10-13 FREE! NEW! THE BASICS OF COLORGUARD MLB JR. • AGES 10-14 HOME There is no experience needed for this fun sport in the RUN art of color guard. You will learn terminology of the DERBY sport, stretches, basic footwork, equipment care, and • AGES how to toss a flag in the air. When you’re done, you 14U will be ready to start training for your first Major competition or be prepared for a chance to audition League for a school team comfortably. This class could also Baseball® Jr. just be a new, unique form of exercise. Join us Home Run whether you are a beginner or want to practice the Derby™ basics. For more information, contact the Foley (Jr.HRD) Cultural Center at 707-648-4630. provides players across the country an opportunity to Instructor: Romalda Lara participate in an exciting home run derby contest. Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N Camino Alto. Jr.HRD™ is a FREE national program for boys and girls $35 month/resident 14 years of age and under. The program includes $42 month/nonresident three levels of competition, with top performers from Tues & Thurs, 11am-1pm the Local level advancing to Regional level and Jun 12-28, Jul 3-19, Jul 24-Aug 9 ultimately, the National Finals prior to the Major League Baseball® Home Run Derby™ during MLB® All-Star Week. For more information please contact Taya de Alba at 707-648-4609 or [email protected]. DISCLAIMER: GVRD does not endorse or guarantee the products and services of advertisers in this activity guide. Vallejo Little League Field, 505 Amador St. Sat, Jun 9, 9am

Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 19 SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE ADULT SPORTS SLAMMIN SUMMER COED SLOW PITCH CO-ED SOFTBALL • AGES 16+ TOURNAMENT • AGES 18+ Take a chance and swing away this summer by joining Think your team has what it takes? Prove it this our coed softball league. Come out with your friends summer in GVRD’s first ever Slammin Summer COED and play softball! All you need is a team of 10 players; Slow pitch tournament! This two day tournament is a 5 boys, and 5 girls. League champions will receive great way to gather with friends and other t-shirts and a trophy. Each team is guaranteed 6 competitive Slow Pitch players and teams in your season games. Managers meeting will be scheduled chance to win $100 off our next tournament or league once all teams are signed up. At least four teams will of your choice and a tournament trophy! Teams are be needed for the league to run. For more informa- subject to ejection if sportsmanship guidelines are not tion contact Taya de Alba @ [email protected] or call followed. For more information contact Taya de Alba 648-4609. @ [email protected] or call 648-4609. Dan Foley Turf Field, 1499 N. Camino Alto Dan Foley Turf Field, 1499 N. Camino Alto Jun 22-Aug 3 Sat Jun 23- Sun Jun 24 $375 plus $50 sportsmanship fee* 18 AND UP ONLY Fri, 7-10:30pm Two Game Elimination USSSA Rules WOMEN’S RECREATION SOFTBALL $250 per Team • AGES 18+ Hey Ladies, looking for a way to stay empowered MEN’S with other women in your community? Come out RECREATION with your friends and play softball! You need a team SOFTBALL of at least ten women to make up a team. League • AGES 18+ champions will receive t-shirts and a trophy. Each team is guaranteed 6 season games. Managers Men, looking meeting will be scheduled once all teams are signed for a way to up. At least four teams will be needed for the league stay competitive to run. For more information contact Taya de Alba @ with [email protected] or call 648-4609. your buddies? Dan Foley Turf Field, 1499 N. Camino Alto Come out with Jun 23-Aug 4 your friends and $375 plus $50 sportsmanship fee* play softball! Sat, 7-10:30pm You need a team of ten men to make up *sportsmanship fee refunded at the end of the a team. League season for unpenalized teams champions will receive t-shirts and a trophy. Each team is guaranteed 6 season games. Managers For information on all sports, meeting will be scheduled once all teams are signed please call Taya de Alba at up. At least four teams will be needed (707) 648-4609 or email [email protected] for the league to run. For more information contact Taya de Alba @ [email protected] or call 648-4609. Dan Foley Turf Field, 1499 N. Camino Alto Jun 18-Jul 30 $375 plus $50 sportsmanship fee* Mon, 7-10:30pm Inclusion Statement The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is committed to providing recreation opportunities for all citizens of Vallejo. Our REACH program was developed to help people with disabilities enjoy a full range of leisure activities. We welcome people with disabilities into all our programs. Please allow 3-4 weeks if you or your child need special accommodations to participate. Call 648-4600 during regular office hours with any questions.

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Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 21 Children’s Wonderland Park Hours $3 entrance fee, under 2 years free FEBRUARY & MARCH • FriASun A 11 amA4:30pm All adults must be accompanied by a child. APRIL A SEPTEMBER • Mon-Sun (closed on Tues) - 11am-5:30pm Children’s Wonderland is located at OCTOBERANOVEMBER • Mon-Sun (closed on Tues) - 11am-4:30pm 360 Glenn St., Vallejo, (707) 980-8004 DECEMBER & JANUARY • Sat-Sun - 11am-4:30pm For more information, contact Daily operation is contingent on weather. (707) 648-5317 Let’s Celebrate! SSuummmmeerr FFuunn DDaayyss May 13– Happy FREE Mother’s Day Family Movie Nights Bring lunch and COME ENJOY ALL THAT CHILDREN ’S WONDERLAND HAS TO OFFER relax! Moms with a Jun–Aug • 1 st & 3 rd Saturdays AND SOME FUN SUMMER ACTIVITIES – FREE WITH ADMISSION ! child get a rose and Doors open at 7:30pm FREE Admission. Friday, June 1st through Monday, July 30th . Every day at 12pm, 1pm, & 2pm Jun 2 – Coco Jun 16 – Beauty and the Beast Jul 7 – Cars 3 Monday SCIENCE Madness Jul 21 – Despicable Me 3 Aug 4 – Pok mon the Movie: I Choose You! June 17– Wacky Water Wednesdays Aug 18é – Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie Happy Thrifty Crafty Thursdays e Father’s Day Popcorn, hot dogs, water, Bring the family for S a fun day! Dads with a Summer Fun Friday & ice cream for sale! child get a FREE keychain and FREE Admission.

PRIVATE PARTY RENTALS DISCOUNT PASSES GROUP & FAMILY RENTALS TEACHERS, GROUP LEADERS Looking for that one-of-a-kind place to hold your A savings of $5! The picnic areas available are Something Big & CHAPERONES! child’s next birthday party? Our birthday party Passes sell for $35 and (5 tables) and Something Small (2 tables) Bring your imagination for a wonderful field trip package includes admission to the park and ice are good for 20 visits. Note: Park entrance is not included with this rental. and have a picnic lunch at the park. Groups must cream cups for 12 people; plus a T-shirt and balloons Discount Passes are For reservations, please visit our Main Office at be a minimum of 10 children with a ratio of 1 for the birthday child. Choose from: Humpty available at our 395 Amador Street or call 648-5317. adult per 10 children. To receive the discount price you must pre-register at our Main Office, Dumpty’s Place, Galaxy Picnic Area, Alice’s Enchanted Main Office, 11am-1:30pm or 2:00-4:30pm 395 Amador Street or call 648-5317 with a Visa or Garden and Train Station Stop. To book your party, 395 Amador St. $60 resident, $70 nonresident Mastercard ready. Something Small: $30 resident, $35 nonresident contact the Main Office at 648-4600 or call 648-5317. Multiple people can Apr-Nov: Mon/Thur/Fri, 10am-2pm 11:30am-1:30pm or 2:00-4:00pm use one pass. Passes Dinoland cannot be reserved; it is available only on $1.75/person resident; $2.00/person nonresident Birthday package: $90 resident, $105 nonresidents. do not expire. a first-come, first-served basis (3 tables). Reserve the Mullen Theater for $25 per hour.

22 “Champions of healthy living and active lifestyles” 648-4600 • www.gvrd.org Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 23 SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE CHILD DEVELOPMENT TEACHER KAY’S ALPHAPALS® PRESCHOOL PROGRAM • AGES 3-5 Teacher Kay's Alphapals® is a fun preschool program that empowers young children to believe and feel good about themselves by nurturing positive thinking through the use of positive affirmations. Children will TEACHER learn fascinating factual animal stories, sign language, KAY’S MINI positive affirmations, lots of interactive activities for ALPHAPALS ® the letter of the week and outdoor education. It's an • AGES 2 ½ effective way for children to learn their alphabet, to 5 phonics, expand vocabulary, letter recognition and Teacher Kay's writing. Plus your child will love all the animals from Mini Alphapals® A to Z and will learn positive "I" messages in the class for kid’s process. For more information, contact the Foley ages 2 ½ to 5 Cultural Center at 707-648-4630. Instructor: Kay is a perfect Johnson and Alphapals® Team. Preschool program introduction to starts in September and is ongoing until the the Alphapals beginning of June. Note: Parents have an option of preschool a 5, 4, 3, or 2 day session. Children must be potty program. Each trained. Teacher Kay was nominated for best week your child Preschool teacher of the year for her contribution in will have fun with the animal and letter of the week, the field of early childhood education by the Habitot art activities, story time and circle time. This is an Museum in Berkeley and runner up for Best Preschool excellent way to introduce your child to a positive in Solano County. and nurturing classroom setting and prepare them to Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto transition into Teacher Kay's Jr. or Preschool program. Mon-Fri 9am-12pm This is an ongoing class and children may join at any time. For more information, contact Foley Cultural 4-WEEK SESSION, 5 DAY OPTION Center at 707-648-4630.Instructors: Kay Johnson and $400/resident, $480/nonresident Alphapals® Team. 4-WEEK SESSION, 4 DAY OPTION Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto $333/resident, $398/nonresident 4-week session $48/resident, $52/nonresident 4-WEEK SESSION, 3 DAY OPTION Wed, 9:30-11am $250/resident, $300/nonresident May 9-30, June 6-27, Sep 5-26 4-WEEK SESSION, 2 DAY OPTION $175/resident, $210/nonresident TEACHER KAY’S PARENT AND ME! AFTERNOON PRESCHOOL 12:30-3:30pm • AGES 2 ½ to 5 4-WEEK SESSION, 2 DAY OPTION This is a perfect class to explore, play, and grow with $175/resident, $210/nonresident your child while preparing them for one of the 4-WEEK SESSION, 3 DAY OPTION Alphapals® programs. This is a parent participation $250/resident, $300/nonresident class and is ideal to help your child transition into a 4-WEEK SESSION, 4 DAY OPTION classroom setting. Only one parent per child or family $333/resident, $398/nonresident may attend. Space is very limited so register early! For May 7-June 1, June 4-29, Sep 4-28 more information, contact the Foley Cultural Center at 707-648-4630. Instructor: Kay Johnson and *No Class May 28, Sep 3 Alphapals® Team. Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto Teacher Kay’s Alphapals 4 WEEK SESSION, $48/resident, $52/nonresident Additional siblings: $24/resident, $26/nonresident Preschool 2018-19 Thurs, 4-5pm OPEN HOUSE! May 10-31, June 7-28, Sep 6-27 Wednesday, August 29 10am-12pm

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TEACHER KAY’S SUMMER PRESCHOOL LOVING SONG PROGRAM • AGES 3 to 5 • Ages 0-6 Months Teacher Kay's Jr. Alphapals® class for children ages 3 Your baby loves and recognizes your to 5 is a perfect introduction to Teacher Kay's voice better than any other on this Preschool Alphapals® program. Each week, your child planet. You think you don’t know will be introduced to a new Alphapal® animal and how to sing? Your baby doesn’t care. letter with lots of fun and interactive activities. The Jr. Your baby loves your singing and enjoys doing it with Alphapals® class is a fun and effective way for your you! In our four mini performance classes we will use child to learn about different animals, the alphabet, songs, rhymes, our voices, musical instruments and affirmations, phonics, American Sign Language (ASL), other props to engage and develop babies’ attention, expand their vocabulary, letter recognition, and communi cation skills, language and cognitive writing activities. This is an ongoing class that development. You will experience the time slowing continues to grow each month. Children may begin at down as you dedicate your full attention to noticing any time. For more information, contact the Foley and responding to your baby’s subtle cues. Having fun Cultural Center at 707-648-4630. Instructor: Kay is just the beginning of a long list of benefits and Johnson and Alphapals® Team. useful tips you will take home with you. Class is for Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto babies age 0-6 months and their mother. For more Mon-Fri 9am-12pm informa tion or to register please call the Coordinator 4-WEEK SESSION, 5 DAY OPTION at 648-4640. Instructor: Marija Eanes. $400/resident, $480/nonresident Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. 4-WEEK SESSION, 4 DAY OPTION $80 month/resident, $96 month/nonresident $333/resident, $398/nonresident Tues, 10-11am 4-WEEK SESSION, 3 DAY OPTION May 1-22*, June 5-26, Jul 3-24*, Aug 7-28, Sep 4-25 $250/resident, $300/nonresident No class: May 29 or Jul 31 4-WEEK SESSION, 2 DAY OPTION $175/resident, $210/nonresident LOVING TOUCH Jul 9-Aug 3 • Ages 0-12 Months Nurturing touch is one of the most TEACHER KAY’S JUNIOR ALPHAPALS® powerful ways to connect with your • Ages 3 to 5 baby, deepen your bond, and develop Teacher Kay's Jr. Alphapals® class for children ages 3 a relationship of love, trust and to 5 is a perfect introduction to Teacher Kay's respect. In our five week journey you will learn to give Preschool Alphapals® program. Each week, your child your baby a full body massage and experience a will be introduced to a new Alphapal® animal and wealth of benefits: relaxation for both you and your letter with lots of fun and interactive activities. The Jr. baby, stimulation of all your baby's senses, motor Alphapals® class is a fun and effective way for your skills, language development, emotional and social child to learn about different animals, the alphabet, competence, relief for gas and colic, positive affirmations, phonics, American Sign Language (ASL), interaction, making your baby feel safe, loved and expand their vocabulary, letter recognition, and secure. Classes are held in small groups, providing a writing activities. This is an ongoing class that calm and secure environment. All participants are continues to grow each month. Children may begin at encouraged to connect, exchange and discuss any any time. For more information, contact the Foley parenting topic they wish. Class is for babies age 0-12 Cultural Center at 707-648-4630. Instructor: Kay months and their parents (both parents welcomed). Johnson and Alphapals® Team. For more information or to register please call the Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto Coordinator at 648-4640. Instructor: Marija Eanes. 4 WEEK SESSION, $90/resident, $108/nonresident Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. Tues and Thurs, 2-3:30pm Cost: $100 per 5 week session for residents, May 8-31, June 5-28, Sep 4-27 $120 per 5 week session for nonresidents Thurs, 10-11:30am Session 1: May 17, 24, 31, and June 7, 14 Session 2: June 21, 28, and Jul 5, 12, 19 Session 3: Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Session 4: Sep 6, 13, 20, 27, and Oct 4

Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 25 Mare Island Sports Complex Mare Island Sports Complex 785 Walnut Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592, (707) 562-4625 AIM HIGH BASKETBALL SCHOOL ADULT INDOOR Recreation Coordinator, Andrea Salvador, (707)980-8001; [email protected] • AGES 8-18 SOCCER Hours: Mon-Fri 3:30-10pm, Wed 1-10pm, Sat/Sun 8am-10pm Cost: $120 for 4 classes, $30 for a single class, TOURNAMENTS The Mare Island Sports Complex is a full service sports complex with 2 indoor soccer fields, 4 batting cages, $35 for a private class • AGES 16+ 3 basketball courts, up to 4 volleyball courts, CrossFit, Gym, Sports Café, Game Tables, and bathrooms with showers. Aim High Basketball School is dedicated to teaching $300 per team the basic skills necessary for a great foundation in Effective July 1, 2018 Food and beverages are also for sale onsite. Gather up your basketball. For the more advanced student, Aim High friends and come play MEMBERSHIPS GAME TABLES: offers more challenging classes. The workouts are in our fun and 30 day pass - $40 for ages 17 and up; $32 for Pool table, ping pong table, foosball table, and year-round courses held at the GVRD Mare Island exciting 1 day indoor soccer tournament!! Each team military/seniors/children 15 and under air hockey table. $6 Drop-In Fee, $10 refundable deposit Sports Complex, Monday through Saturday. Classes is guaranteed 3 games and lunch will be provided. and picture ID required to rent equipment for tables include intense work in passing, ball handling/ You will play 6 on 6 with a limit of 12 players per DROP-IN PRICES dribbling, shooting, and defensive footwork/ team. Winners will receive champions T-shirts and $6 ages 17 and up; $4 children ages 16 and under/ FIELD TRIPS principles, Aim High also offers team clinics for any $100 off the next adult tournament. Military with ID/Seniors. Batting Cages $2/16 pitches. Book your field trip to the interested school or organization. Men’s/Women’s Tournaments: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 4-6:30pm and Sat 8-11:30am ***ALL Minors under the age of 18, MUST be signed into the complex by Mare Island Sports Complex today! Sat - May 12 - Jun 9 – Jul 14 - Aug 11 Contact Andrea Salvador at 707-980-8001 to set up an adult 18 and over. There is a 3 hour time limit for ages 16 and under. You will get the entire facility to Co-Ed Tournaments: PICTURE ID REQUIRED FOR ALL DROP-IN CUSTOMERS yourselves for the day! We are open to schools appointments Sun - May 13 - Jun 10 – Jul 15 - Aug 12 Volleyball Courts #1 & #4: $50/hour; as early as 8am and as late as 6pm. ADULT INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE Basketball Courts #2 & 3: $65/hour; Contact Recreation Coordinator, Andrea Salvador, 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS at (707) 980-8001 or [email protected]. Basketball Court #5: $60/hour; • AGES 16+ • AGES 16+ $600/team ($575 for teams paying in FULL before Soccer Fields #1 & #2: $90/hour; Café rental: $50/hour; $200 per team their first game) Batting Cage Rentals: $15/20 min; $25/30 min; Want to show that you are the best in town?!?! Gather up your friends and bring them indoors to What better way than to gather up your friends $35/45 min; $45/60 min compete with a variety of soccer teams from around and compete in our 3 on 3 basketball tournaments!! the area. Each team is guaranteed 8 regular season Each team is guaranteed 3 games. Limit 10 players games; 9-10 games for the top 4 teams who make the per team. Winners will receive Champions t-shirts BIRTHDAY PACKAGES playoffs/championship. The winning team will receive and $100 off the next tournament. Option #1: Sports Package Champion t-shirts and $100 off the next Adult Soccer Sun - May 27 - Jun 24 - Jul 29 - Aug 26 Option #2: Nerf War Package League. Sport Options: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Kickball, Wiffle Ball, Dodgeball SPRING #2 SEASON: ADULT VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENTS MEN’S Tues, 7-11pm: May 15 – Jul 17 • Ages 16+ Party Packages Includes: WOMEN’S Thurs, 7-10pm: May 17 – Jul 19 $300 per team • 2 hours on the Court/Field & Sports Cafe COED Fri, 7pm-12am: May 18 – Jul 20 Gather up your friends and come play in our fun • 1 Birthday Staff/Coach • Balls (Sports Party) ** Mandatory Managers’ Meeting/Registration – Tues, May 8 and exciting 1 day volleyball tournament!! Each team • Guns, goggles, and bullets (Nerf Party) OR Wed, May 9 from 7-8 pm in our Sports Café. Manager, is guaranteed 3 games. You will play 6 on 6 with a • Pizzas (amount depends on party size) NEW! CROSSFIT REDUX Coach or team representative MUST attend ONE of these limit of 12 players per team. Winners will receive meetings in order to register a team for our soccer league(s). Pricing: Cost: $135/month; $65/initial month champions T-shirts and $100 off the next adult • $250 for up to 10 people (2 one topping pizzas) **** IF YOU CANNOT MAKE THE MEETING: Contact GVRD tournament. for first timers Sports Complex Supervisor, Andrea Salvador, (707) 980-8001 Men’s/Women’s Tournaments: • $265 for up to 15 people (3 one topping pizzas) Crossfit Redux classes are constantly varied • $280 for up to 20 people (4 one topping pizzas) or [email protected] to register a team. Sat - May 19 - Jun 16 – Jul 21 - Aug 18 functional movements performed at high intensity. Co-Ed Tournaments: • (Drinks, Snacks, and Candy will be available for purchase) SUMMER SEASON: All Crossfit workouts are based on functional Sun - May 20 - Jun 17 – Jul 22 - Aug 19 • $50 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit is required in in order to make MEN’S Tues, 7pm-12am: Jul 31 – Oct 2 reservation, remaining balance must be paid BEFORE the party begins movements, and these movements reflect the best aspects of gymnastics, weightlifting, running, WOMEN’S Thurs,, 7-10pm: Aug 2 – Oct 4 COED Fri, 7pm-12am: Aug 3 – Oct 5 Basic Rules:: rowing, and more. Crossfit Redux is designed for • May bring your decorations but can only hang them universal scalability, making it the perfect ** Mandatory Managers’ Meeting/Registration – Tues, on walls using PAINTER’S TAPE! application for any committed individual Jul 24 OR Wed, Jul 25 from 7-8 pm in our Sports Café. Manager, Coach or team representative MUST attend • Additional food and drinks allowed but MUST keep in the Café regardless of experience. • ABSOLUTELY NO beer, alcohol, or wine allowed ONE of these meetings in order to register a team for Monday through Friday: • Refrigerator and small freezer are available upon request our soccer league(s). 5am, 6am, 7am, 12pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm For more information, contact Recreation Coordinator Saturdays: 8am and 9am **** IF YOU CANNOT MAKE THE MEETING: Contact GVRD Sports Complex Supervisor, Andrea Salvador, (707) 980-8001 For more information, contact: Recreation Coordinator Andrea Salvador at (707) 980-8001 or [email protected] Contact Andrea Salvador at 707-980-8001 or [email protected] to register a team. Andrea Salvador at (707) 980-8001 or [email protected]

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JUDO FOR KIDS • AGES 5-7 JUDO BEGINNER & EXPERIENCED • AGES 8+ This kid fit program is taught in a Judo is a sport, a recreational activity, a means of self- fun-filled way and is geared defense, and a way of life. Judo training can improve towards the physical development an individual's aerobic capacity, speed, power, and attention spans of our strength, agility, and flexibility. This class is taught in a youngest students. Classes are fun filled way and is a blend of beginning to designed so that focus, communication advanced judo, including the fundamental techniques skills, and respect for others come from the lesson of falling, throwing, grappling, and advanced plans and interactions between the instructor and the submission techniques. Belt rank testing is available. students, rather than acting on impulse. And did we Uniforms must be purchased by the 2nd week of class mention we laugh, smile and have lots of fun! through the Vallejo Judo Club. USJF membership Running, jumping, tumbling and playing games recommended, ask instructor for details. For more develops balance, coordination and flexibility, information contact the Coordinator at 639-1325. practicing basic judo techniques develops physical Instructor: Frankie Valentine-Flores and Acazah conditioning, agility, speed and body control, and Goodman. learning how to safely fall, throw and pin each other Norman C. King South Vallejo Community Center, builds confidence and teamwork. Uniforms must be 545 Magazine St. purchased by the 2nd week of class through the $45/month resident, 2nd family member $35/month Vallejo Judo Club. USJF membership recommended, $54/month nonresident, ask instructor for details. For more information 2nd family member $44/month contact the Coordinator at 639-1325. Instructor: May 2-30, Jun 1-29 Mon, Wed, Fri, 5:45-7pm Frankie Valentine-Flores and Acazah Goodman. Jul 2-30, Aug 1-29 Mon, Wed, 5:45-7pm Norman C. King South Vallejo Community Center, (Jul & Aug $10 off, no family discount) 545 Magazine St. No class May 28, Jul 4, Sep 3 $45/month resident, 2nd family member $35/month $54/month nonresident, JUDO FOR COMPETITORS • AGES 5+ 2nd family member $44/month Our competitive judo program builds upon our Judo May 2-30, Jun 1-29, Mon, Wed, Fri, 5-5:45pm Beginner & Experienced class and is for students who Jul 2-30, Aug 1-29, Mon, Wed, 5-5:45pm would like to become more serious in their study and (Jul & Aug $10 off, no family discount) practice of judo, compete at tournaments, earn higher No class May 28, Jul 4, Sep 3 belt ranks, and participate in camps or other educational training activities. This class is more intense and comes with higher expectations of attendance, conditioning, focus, energy and dedication. This class requires that students be enrolled in our Judo Beginner & Experienced class, are competing in tournaments, and registered with USA Judo and USJF/Hokka. For more information contact the Coordinator at 639-1325. Instructor: Frankie Valentine-Flores and Acazah Goodman. Norman C. King South Vallejo Community Center, 545 Magazine St. $25/month resident, $30/month nonresident May 2-30, Jun 1-29, Mon, Wed, Fri, 7-8pm Jul 2-30, Aug 1-29, Mon, Wed, 7-8pm (Jul & Aug $5 off) No class May 28, Jul 4, Sep 3

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CLAUDIO’S MARTIAL ARTS NOVICE/ BEGINNING YOUTH PROGRAM • AGES 7-12 The novice class was created to give students an opportunity to transition into a more disciplined environment. This program puts more emphasis on focus & discipline, while incorporating movement, coordination, and basic martial arts skills. The beginning youth class will continue these skills, while also integrating more knowledge in building a foundation for becoming a martial artist. Our instructors will stress proper technique & form through repetition. Students will also learn the values of respect, loyalty, and discipline. Each student CHINESE EAGLE CLAW KUNG FU is evaluated on their individual improvement, • AGES 7+ attendance, participation, focus, and meeting Known for its grappling techniques, Chinese Eagle minimum requirements. Head instructor: Sigung Claw Kung Fu is part of the Northern Shaolin System. Angelito Claudio. Instructor/Administrator: Si-Pau Master Gini Lau, 8th generation, teaches the Loana Rapacon-Claudio fundamentals of punching, kicking, footwork and Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto self-defense. The class focuses on discipline, self- Cost: $40 month/resident, $48 month/nonresident confidence and respect. For more information, contact 2nd family member, $30 month/resident, the Foley Cultural Center at 707-648-4630. Instructor: $36 month/nonresident Gini Lau. Tues & Thurs, 5:30pm-6:30pm Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto May 1-31, Jun 5-28, Jul 10-31, Aug 2-30, Sep 4-27 $30 month/resident , $36 month/nonresident *No Class July 3, 5. $10 class/resident, $12 class/nonresident Mon, 7-9pm. CLAUDIO’S MARTIAL ARTS TEENS/ADULTS May 7-21, Jun 4-25, Jul 2-30, Aug 6-27, Sep 10-24 • AGES 13+ *No Class May 28, Sep 3 This program is based on traditional martial arts training. Students in this class are of various skill CLAUDIO’S MARTIAL ARTS PEE WEE/ levels, ages, & physical abilities. This program focuses INTRODUCTORY YOUTH • AGES 4 ½ - 8 on self-discipline, intense physical training, effective This class was created to encourage our youngest & self-defense techniques, competition sparring & newest students to learn in a more focused forms. Students will learn a balance between mind, environment. Students, who are 7-8 years old, may body,and spirit; through a solid martial arts start in this class, before being evaluated for the foundation. Students will need to meet mental & Novice Youth class (this decision will be up to the physical standards for promotion. Head instructor: instructors). This program will teach students how to Sigung Angelito Claudio focus, socialize, follow directions; all while teaching Instructor/Administrator: Si-Pau Loana Rapacon- basic martial arts skills, through various Claudio activities. This class may also be combined with the Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto older students and/or assisted by student leaders, who Cost: $40 month/resident, $48 month/nonresident are training to become instructors. Head instructor: 2nd family member, $30 month/resident, Sigung Angelito Claudio Instructor/Administrator: $36 month/nonresident Si-Pau Loana Rapacon-Claudio Tues & Thurs, 6:30-8pm Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto May 1-31, Jun 5-28, Jul 10-31, Aug 2-30, Sep 4-27 $40 month/resident, $48 month/nonresident *No Class Jul 3, 5. 2nd family member, $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident Tue & Thurs 5:30-6:15pm May 1-31, Jun 5-28, Jul 10-31, Aug 2-30, Sep 4-27 *No Class Jul 3, 5.

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ADULT BALLET • Ages 16+ “CREATIVE DANCE” FAMILY BALLET This course is designed for adults who wish to begin CLASS (Level 2) • Ages 2-3 the study of classical ballet. Dancers will learn the This class is a transitionary course for students with ballet basics and improve posture, balance, and extended experience in Level I of Creative Dance. muscle tone. This is also an excellent class for the Class will focus on positive learning with music and seasoned dancer who would like to refine their coordination. Children will be introduced to the technical ability. Attention is paid to proper body basic ballet movements through a fun and musical alignment, flexibility, use of the legs and feet, and technique, including the use of musical instruments, developing movement sequences through coordina- corner movements, and center curriculum. The goal is tion of the arms and head. It is recommended to wear to provide young students with a positive learning clothing you feel comfortable moving and stretching experience in a structured and interactive dance in. Must wear socks or ballet slippers. Classes are held classroom which will prepare them for additional 3 Sundays out of the month. For more information classes in dance as they grow. It is recommended to contact the Coordinator at 648-4640. wear clothing you feel comfortable moving and Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. stretching in. Parents are to stay on site for the $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident duration of the class. Classes are held only 3 Sundays Sun, 9:30-10am out of the month. For more information contact the May 13, 20, 27; Jun 3, 10, 17; Jul 1, 8, 15; Coordinator at 648-4640. Aug 5, 12, 19; Sep 2, 9, 16 Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident “CREATIVE DANCE” FAMILY BALLET Sun, 11-11:30am CLASS (LEVEL 1) • AGES 2-3 May 13, 20, 27; Jun 3, 10, 17; Jul 1, 8, 15; It’s never too early to start ballet! This class invites Aug 5, 12, 19; Sep 2, 9, 16 2-3 year olds and a guardian who can assist them in practicing very basic steps, movements, and balance TUTU techniques. This helps the student develop poise and TODDLERS coordination from a young age. It is recommended • AGES 3-4 to wear clothing you feel comfortable moving and Is your toddler stretching in. Parents are to stay on site for the ready to point duration of the class. Classes are held only 3 Sundays their toes and out of the month. For more information contact the twirl like a Coordinator at 648-4640. pro? This fun, Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. beginner $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident ballet class will Sun, 10:15-10:45am introduce little May 13, 20, 27; Jun 3, 10, 17; Jul 1, 8, 15; ones to the Aug 5, 12, 19; Sep 2, 9, 16 basic fundamentals of ballet through imaginative games, dance, music and rhythmical Eden Lawn Care & Landscape Construction patterns. Students will learn elementary positions, Industrial, Commercial & Residential steps, and simple choreography. Ballet shoes required, leotard and tights recommended. Parents are to stay on site for the duration of the class. Classes are held Stanley Jenkins only 3 Sundays out of the month. For more Owner information contact the Coordinator at 648-4640. Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident P.O. Box 5061 Sun, 11:45am-12:15pm Contractor’s License C-27 754686 Vallejo, CA 94591 May 13, 20, 27; Jun 3, 10, 17; Jul 1, 8, 15; Accepts All Credit Cards Phone: (707) 712-6701 Aug 5, 12, 19; Sep 2, 9, 16 Since 1988 [email protected]

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“BETWEEN TOT AND TEEN BALLET” BALLROOM, LATIN & SALSA DANCING • AGES 5-8 • AGES 15+ This combo ballet class is designed for students This class will take you from the passionate Tango between the age of 5-8 years old. Dancers will learn to the sizzling Salsa and everywhere in between. the beginning development of ballet concepts, You’ll learn basic moves as well as lead and follow including turn out, all positions of the feet, the basic techniques. Each session will feature one Latin, ballet steps, and introductory movement vocabulary. Ballroom, or Salsa dance - no partner required. Throughout the course, dancers will learn classical Beginning class - no experience required. Intermediate ballet techniques and terminology and be introduced class - students must have prior knowledge of basic to barre exercises, center floor work, and across- beginner steps to be eligible. Join our fun and friendly the-floor combinations. The objective is to provide dancing group. For more information contact the a traditional ballet class experience at an age Coordinator at 707-648-4640. Instructor: Ted Rocha appropriate level for all. Must wear socks or ballet Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. slippers. Parents are to stay on site for the duration of $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident the class. Classes are held only 3 Sundays out of the For All Levels (both classes): $45 month/resident, month. For more information contact the Coordinator $51 month/nonresident. at 648-4640. Drop In: $10 class/resident, $12 class/nonresident Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. (Beginner) 7:30-8:20pm and $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident (Intermediate) 8:30-9:20pm Sun, 12:30-1pm Participants of both classes are invited to a free May 13, 20, 27; Jun 3, 10, 17; Jul 1, 8, 15, supervised practice session from 8:20-8:30pm and Aug 5, 12, 19, Sep 2, 9, 16 9:20-9:30pm each week. Session 1: Jun 4, 11, 18, 25 CHIC STEPPERS SOUL LINE DANCING Session 2: Jul 9, 15, 16, 23 • ALL AGES Session 3: Aug 6, 13, 20, 27 Come learn the latest line dances like “Black Lipstick ” Session 4: Sep 10, 16, 17, 24 and “Feelings Mutual ” with Monique. Have fun while engaging in a great low impact activity to improve your health. Don’t miss out. Sign up today. Beginning class - no experience required. Intermediate class - students should have prior knowledge of beginner steps. For more information please contact the Coordinator at 707-648-4640. Instructor: Monique Harper Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident Drop-In: $10 class/resident, $12 class/nonresident Wed, 6-7pm (Beginner), 7-8pm (Intermediate) May 2-30, Jun 6-27, Jul 11-25*, Aug 1-29, Sep 5-26 No class: July 4 DANCE PARTY FRIDAYS • AGES 21+ Dance the night away to all the latest ballroom, Latin, salsa, and swing music. On the first Friday of the month, a one hour dance lesson will be provided followed by open dancing with beverages and snacks. Bring your friends and join the party! For more information contact the Coordinator at 707-648-4640. Instructor: Ted Rocha Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. $10/single or $20/couple Fri, 8-11pm May 4, Jun 1, Jul 6, Aug 3 & Sep 7

32 “Champions of healthy living and active lifestyles” 648-4600 • www.gvrd.org SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE DANCE NEW! BREAK IT DOWN SOUL LINE DANCE BEGINNERS • AGES 21+ Come one, come all, to a Soul Line dance class designed especially for beginners...no dance experience needed! Get your body moving in new ways for health and fitness! Learn dance steps, drills, terminology, and rhythmic counting designed for the beginners! Where your instructor Dawnita truly breaks down every move just for you! For more information contact the Coordinator at 639-1325. North Vallejo Community Center, 1121 Whitney Ave. $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident Drop in: $10 resident, $12 nonresident Drop-in: $5 seniors (ages 60+) Wed, 10-11am May 2-30, Jun 6-27, Jul 11-25, Aug 1-29, Sep 5-26 No class Jul 4 INTERMEDIATE BALLET FOLKLORICO • AGES 8-18 BREAK IT DOWN SOUL LINE DANCE Stu dents will learn Mexican folklore dance techniques • AGES 13+ while having fun and working as a team. Dancers will Join Dawnita Perryman in this fun Soul Line Dance learn to control their movements through rhythm. class and get your body moving in new ways for Multiple classes are available for young dancers of all health and fitness. Learn dance steps, drills, skill levels. Comfortable clothing required and shoes terminology and rhythmic counting to enhance your with a strong heel (dance shoes preferred.) experience. Learn dances like “I’m Blessed,” “Honor,” Intermediate Level Class with Instructor Approval “24K Magic Cali Style” and more! For more Only. Register in person with the instructor. For more information contact the Coordinator at 639-1325. information, contact the Foley Cultural Center at 707- Instructor: Dawnita Perryman & assistant Cole Jackson 648-4630. Instructor: Abigail Hernandez. North Vallejo Community Center, 1121 Whitney Ave. Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto $30 month/resident, $36 month/nonresident Cost: $35 month/resident, $40 month/nonresident Drop in: $10 resident, $12 nonresident Intermediate Level 1: Wed, 5-6pm Drop-in: $5 seniors (ages 60+) Intermediate Level 2: Wed, 6-7pm Mon, 6-7:30pm May 2-23, Aug 1-22, Sep 5-26 May 7-21, Jun 4-25, Jul 2-30, Aug 6-27, Sep 10-24 *No Class May 30, Jun, Jul, Aug 29 *No Class May 28, Sep 3 BEGINNING BALLET FOLKLORICO • AGES 3-13 Students will learn Mexican folklore dance techniques while having fun and working as a team. Dancers will learn to control their movements through rhythm. Multiple classes are available for young dancers of all skill levels. Comfortable clothing required and shoes with a strong heel (dance shoes preferred). Sign up today, space is limited. For more information, contact the Foley Cultural Center at 707-648-4630. Instructor: Abigail Hernandez. Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N Camino Alto. $35/month resident, $40/month nonresident Wed, Ages 3-6, 3:30-4:15pm Wed, Ages 7-13, 4:15-5pm May 2-23, Aug 1-22, Sep 5-26 *No Class May 30, Jun, Jul, Aug 29

Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 33 R.S.V.P with GVRD THE XSCAPE: for your next event! MIDDLE SCHOOL Low prices! Diverse locations! No application fee! !! TEEN DANCE FoLEy CuLTuRAL CEnTER 1499 n. Camino Alto Crystal Stephan | (707) 648-4630 [email protected]

VALLEjo CommunITy CEnTER 225 Amador Street Come party with us, dance, win prizes and play games. nicole Benbow | (707) 648-4640 Pizza, snacks, a photo booth, and souvenirs sold at [email protected] concession stand. For more information, call 648-4483 or visit www.gvrd.org. noRmAn C. KIng SouTh VALLEjo CommunITy CEnTER Vallejo Community Center: 225 Amador St. 545 magazine Street Doors open promptly at 7pm, and ends promptly at 9pm. Sandy Tawaratsumida | (707) 639-1325 Cost: $10 Regular admission [email protected] Current School Year ID, or Class Schedule Required! noRTh VALLEjo CommunITy CEnTER For grades 6th – 8th ONLY! 1121 Whitney Avenue Fighting will not be condoned. Sandy Tawaratsumida | 639-1325 [email protected] May 11, 2018 – Summer Jam! Visit www.gvrd.org for an application form, fees and specific information for each facility. Check us out on Instagram! @thexscape

VALLEJO POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE 301 Wallace Ave. Vallejo, CA 94590-9990 Phone (707) 552-1573 Fax (707) 552-6850 Monday-Thursday, 11 am-4pm www.VallejoPAL.org Your S atisfac tion is O ur R ewar d! Executive Director: Mike Kollar E-mail: [email protected] • The B est of S olano C oun ty 2014 • Efficien t, R eliable , and P rof essional S er vic e BOXING TRACK Boys & Girls: Ages 8-18 47th Anniversary Fast Forward Track Club • Family O wned f or O ver 65 Years 917 Marin St. 1971-2018 Boys & Girls: Ages 7-18 Ph: (707) 980-9179 www.fastforwardtc.com • Eco F riendly (707) 217-2533 SOCCER Boys & Girls: Ages 4-16 WRESTLING Sign-ups: April-May Boys & Girls: 301 Wallace Ave. PAL Ages 6-18 2 0 1 4 (707) 551-4551 goLF Vallejo High School TouRnAmEnT Tuesday & Thursday POLICE EXPLORERS (707) 567-1541 Boys & Girls: Ages 15-18 Blue Rock Springs Cpl. Richard Wamzie Golf Course TEE BALL (707) 648-4052 June 22, 2018 Boys & Girls: Call us for a free Contact Russ Sturgeon Ages 5-7 PAL GAL SOFTBALL Sign-ups: January estimate today! Girls: Ages 6-12 (707) 321-2318 Sign Ups: January DUCKY DERBY 707.643.2519 OCTOBER COMPETITION TICKETS AT PAL SOFTBALL Anthony Kaluza www.klimisch.com (707) 315-8477 WhEn A PAL nEEDS A P.A.L. 285 Couch Street | Vallejo, CA 94590

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KIDS ‘N FILM SCREENING Kids ‘N Film Camp completed projects will be screened for students, their parents and friends. Students will show and share their on-screen talents and creativity. Students will also receive a certificate of completion for their participation in the Kids ‘N Film Camp classes. For more information contact the Coordinator at 639-1325. Instructor: Jacalyn Evone North Vallejo Community Center, 1121 Whitney Ave. $10 person/resident, $12 person/nonresident DVD available: $5 each (pay onsite) KIDS ‘N FILM CAMP • AGES 8-15 Sat, 12:30-2pm Students practice on-camera acting techniques Aug 25 designed to spark imagination, enhance self-esteem and build confidence. Students will get hands-on by rotating positions in front of the camera, behind the camera, and as the director. Will be introduce to improvising techniques, working with short scripts,
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Activities that don’t meet minimum registration requirements, may be cancelled 5 business days in advance of the start date. 35 SUMMER 2018 GVRD ACTIVITY GUIDE TRIPS & TOURS All trips include airfare and Vallejo pickup!! Payment plan available. Free Travel Presentation: June 4th at 10:30am at the Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador Street. For more information call the VCC at (707) 648-4640. TROPICAL COSTA RICA - 9 DAYS, DEPARTS FEBRUARY 2-10, 2019 Costa Rica is a paradise teeming with exotic plants and incredible animals. Luxuriate at a resort for two nights in Tamarindo Beach, known for its breathtaking beauty and fine sandy beaches. Spend two nights in Monteverde’s lush cloud forest. Travel Costa Rica and experience the forest canopy on your choice of a hanging bridges nature walk or an exhilarating zip lining tour. Explore part of the 20,000 acre nature preserve of Cano Negro on a river boat adventure. Relax in the mineral-rich waters of a hot springs with views of Arenal Volcano. Explore San Jose’s Plaza de Cultura and view the magnificent National Theatre. You will find a slice of paradise and so much more. Rates are $2,899 per person double / single $3,549 when booked by August 2, 2018. The rates include roundtrip air from San Francisco and roundtrip transportation to the airport from Vallejo.

SOUTHERN CHARM DISCOVERY – 7 DAYS, DEPARTING MARCH 10-16, 2019 Experience the history, charm and singular hospitality of the Low Country in Georgia and South Carolina. Overnight at the exclusive Jekyll Island Club, once described as “the richest, most exclusive club in the world.” Choose to explore one of America’s oldest plantations, Boone Hall, or the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum. Discover the history of Savannah and antebellum Charleston with 2-night stays in each city. You will uncover a magic that you can only find in America’s friendly South. Rates are $2,599 per person double / Single $3,299 when booked by September 10, 2018. The rates include roundtrip air from San Francisco and roundtrip transportation to the airport from Vallejo.

SPOTLIGHT ON WASHINGTON DC – 6 DAYS, DEPARTING APRIL 3-8, 2019 The epic story of American democracy comes to life in America's capital city. View the extraordinary monuments throughout the National Mall that commemorate the heroes who have shaped America’s past, including the World War II Monument, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War Memorial. Wander Mt. Vernon’s beautiful plantation grounds, and tour the beloved home of George Washington. Uncover the gems of the Smithsonian Institution as you explore some of its world-renowned museum collections. Tour Washington National Cathedral and admire the architecture of this magnificent building that took 83 years to complete. On a guided tour, learn about Ford's Theater where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. Join us for this extraordinary exploration of America’s history and culture in Washington, D.C. Rates are $2,449 per person double / single $3,099 when booked by October 3, 2018. The rates include roundtrip air from San Francisco and roundtrip transportation to the airport from Vallejo. It’s more fun on the ferry...

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FREE! EARLY RISE & EXERCISE • AGES 50+ Early Rise & Exercise is a non-aerobic stretch and exercise class. Participants should bring a water bottle. Class meets three times a week. Space is limited. Call the center for information 648-4640. Instructor: Karen Houston Vallejo Community Center, ZUMBA BASIC • AGES 13+ 225 Amador St. Come enjoy the newest addition to GVRD’s Zumba Mon, Wed, Fri, 8-9am programs! We take the “work” out of workout by May 2-30*, Jun 1-29, Jul 2-30*, Aug 1-31, Sep 5-28* mixing low-intensity and high intensity moves for an No Class: May 28, Jul 4, Sep 3 interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and world rhythms take over, you’ll see SIT & GET FIT • AGES 50+ why these classes are often called exercise in disguise. Chair exercise class designed for adults and senior Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check. citizens that will reinvigorate the body, strengthen Come sign up and join us in this celebration called muscles, improve balance, increase flexibility, and Zumba! Call the center for information 648-4640. leave you feeling fabulous. For more information, Instructor: Lorna Mandap please contact the Coordinator at 707-648-4640. Vallejo Community Center Auditorium, Instructor: Chon Renee 225 Amador Street Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. $12/month (1 class per week) $14/month (1 class per week) $16/month (2 classes per week) $16/month (2 classes per week) $20/month (3 classes per week) $20/month (3 classes per week) Drop in $5/class Drop In: $5/class Mon, Wed, and Fri 10:30 – 11:30am Mon, Wed, and Friday, 9:15-10am May 4-30*, Jun 1-29, Jul 2-25*, Aug 1-31, Sep 5-28* May 2-30*, Jun 1-29*, Jul 2-30*, Aug 1-31, Sep 5-28* No Class: May 2 & 28, Jul 4, 27 & 30, or Sep 3 No Class: May 28, Jun 15, Jul 4, 27, 30, Sep 3

ZUMBA GOLD • BEGINNER COURSE, ZUMBA FITNESS • AGES 13+ Join the Zumba craze! Zumba is a cardio based AGES 13+ workout with easy to follow dance steps that turns Fun exercise classes that use Latin Dance music and exercise into a party. It includes Latin based rhythms to create a dynamic fitness program that is movements which involve interval training and good for flexibility and heart health and easy on the repetitive moves such as salsa, Meringue, Cumbia, joints. Help control your cardiovascular health in a fun Cha-Cha, Calypso, Mambo, Reggae as well as Belly way. Feel healthier and more energized. This class Dancing and African Dance. Get a chance to win feels more like a party than a workout! Call the center Zumba Gear every month; come and take the class for for information 648-4640. Instructor: Cristina Nicolas more details. For more information, please contact Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. the Coordinator at 707-648-4640. Instructor: Tina $12/month (1 class per week) Erickson $16/month (2 classes per week) Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. Drop In: $5/class $15/month (one day a week) Tues and Thurs, 9-10am $25/month (twice a week) May 1-31, Jun 5-28, Jul 3-31, Aug 2-30, Sep 4-27 Drop In: $8 class/resident, $10 class/nonresident Tues and/or Thurs, 6-7pm May 1-31, Jun 5-28, Jul 3-31, Aug 2-30, Sep 4-27

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BEGINNING PIANO JAZZ BAND • AGES 16+ • AGES 16+ A course designed to engage students in the This is an introductory refinement and mastery of "big band" jazz skills: The class designed for class will include performance/production techniques. adults who have Students will engage in activities which promote their never played piano, understanding of instrumental jazz for lifelong or haven't played for involvement, including the potential for careers. All many years. Students styles of "big band" jazz will be taught including will learn to read traditional, swing, be-bop, and fusion. The fine points music, develop an of improvisation will be demonstrated. Sight reading understanding of skills will also be developed. Instructor: Steven music theory, rhythm, chords, and learn how to play Logoteta; Assistant Instructor: Pat Martin songs, all in a fun group setting. Students are Class size is limited. encouraged to bring their own headphones for Requirement: Intermediate level of performance on this class. Call the center for information 648-4640. saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and rhythm section Instructor: Steven Logoteta. Class size is limited. Adult (guitar, piano, bass, and drums). All musicians must All-In-One Course Level 1 Alfred's Basic Adult Piano read music. All members must audition with Course(w/CD optional but recommended) by Willard instructor. A. Palmer, M. Manus & A. Vick Lethco must be Benicia High School Music Room, 1101 Military West, purchased in advance of taking this class. Books Benicia, 94510 may be purchased locally at Consumer Music, 1017 Cost: $10 per month Tennessee St. Vallejo, or online at www.amazon.com. Mon, 7-9:30pm ISBN-10: 0-88284-931-X May 7-21*, Jun 4-25, Jul 2-30, Aug 6-27, Sep 10-24* Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. No Class: May 28 and Sep 3 Cost: $25 month/resident, $30 month/nonresident, Wed, 4-5pm SYMPHONIC BAND • AGES 16+ May 2-30, Jun 6-27, Jul 11-25*, Aug 1-29, Sep 5-26 A course designed to engage students in activities No class: Jul 4 directed toward the refinement and mastery of symphonic skills, both individually and in a group, INTERMEDIATE PIANO • AGES 16+ with performance/production techniques. Students This is an intermediate level class designed for adults are engaging in activities which promote their who have basic fundamentals down. Students will understanding of the arts for lifelong involvement, learn to read music, develop an understanding of including the potential for careers. Intermediate music theory, rhythm, chords, and learn how to play Level. All musicians must read music. Instruments that songs, all in a fun group setting. Students are may be included are: Piccolo, flute, oboe, bassoon, encouraged to bring their own headphones for this clarinet, alto clarinet, bass clarinet, alto saxophone, class. Call the center for information 648-4640. tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, French horn, Instructor: Steven Logoteta. Class size is limited. trumpet, cornet, baritone, trombone, tuba, string Adult All-In-One Course Level 2 Alfred’s Basic Adult bass, percussion. Instructor: Steven Logoteta, Piano Course (w/CD optional but recommended) by Assistant Instructor: Pat Martin. Willard A. Palmer, M. Manus & A. Vick Lethco must Benicia High School Music Room, 1101 Military West, be purchased in advance of taking this class. Benicia, 94510 Books may be purchased locally at Consumer Music, Cost: $10 per month 1017 Tennessee St. Vallejo, or online at Wed, 7-9:30pm www.amazon.com. ISBN: 0882849948 May 2-30, Jun 6-27, Jul 11-25*, Aug 1-29, Sep 5-26 Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. No class: Jul 4 Cost: $25 month/resident, $30 month/nonresident. Wed, 5-6pm May 2-30, Jun 6-27, Jul 11-25*, Aug 1-29, Sep 5-26 No class: Jul 4

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BEGINNING BACKPACKING • AGES 15+ INTERMEDIATE BACKPACKING Do you love being outdoors? Do you ever wonder • AGES 15+ what it would be like to carry everything you need to This class is designed for those who have done a little survive into the wilderness? In this course you will backpacking, or perhaps have done some backpacking learn the 10 essentials of planning a trip, where to in the distant past, but need to refresh or hone their sleep, what to eat, how to read a map and use a skills. Ideally, you already know the basics about gear, compass, and where and how to ‘go’ in the woods. food, shelter and safety management, and have set Once you learn the skills this 4 week class will allow up a campsite and followed a map while on a route. you to put them to use by planning a trip and heading Now you’re ready to do more of the actual planning: out into the woods on an optional overnighter at select a destination; plot your route on a map; plan McIntyre Ranch on Friday, June 22nd, and another for your water sources; and go even deeper into the optional 2 night backpacking trip June 29 – July 1. wilderness. This class will guide you through this in- Have the time of your life while gaining important depth process and you’ll learn even more about gear skills and becoming closer to the great outdoors. For and strategy options, as well as how to survive more information, contact the Foley Cultural Center at common emergencies in the wilderness. The class will 707-648-4630, or the instructor. plan their own backpack trip for the week of August Terrie Arnold 707-235-3738 10-16, with location and number of days determined Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto by the class. We’ll travel safely and efficiently through Cost: $50/resident, $60/nonresident a variety of ecological zones and plant communities; Wed, 6 – 8pm you’ll experience the grandeur and beauty of the sub- Jun 6-27 alpine environment on a deeply personal level. The class will help prepare you to begin planning and executing real wilderness backpacking trips on your own. For more information, contact Foley Cultural END EEK & PO T W LI N CE BUY YOUR Center at 707-648-4630, or the instructor. O A R C F T R I Terrie Arnold 707-235-3738 E V T I T LUCKY DUCKY DERBY A

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*Must qualify and have a valid California Driver’s license or www.gvrd.org VALLEJO ctivities A Le ce a and insurance. No cost to customer. Customer is li g o u P e McIntyre Ranch is off St. John’s Mine Road SINCE E 1971 L v responsible if they exceed 10,000 miles per year. A e r P y a Ki e **Store credit, NO cash value. d Can Us For information, contact us at 639-1325 A portion of the proceeds benefit P.A.L. P.A.L.

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PRACTICAL SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS ANIME AND MANGA DRAWING TEENS • • AGES 16+ AGES 9-16 How long have you been saying to yourself, “I need to This class will teach the basics learn Spanish”? Spanish is no longer a nice thing to of drawing using the art of know; it is quickly becoming a necessity. In California, anime and manga. 38% of the population speaks Spanish and that Participants will learn basic number keeps growing. The U.S. now has more anatomy, colors, lines, Spanish speakers than Spain. Only Mexico, of the 22 shading, and composition. countries where Spanish is the official language, has Participants will also be more Spanish speakers than we do. How often do you putting their creative minds interact with Spanish speakers on your job and at the to work and making their stores where you shop? Think of how much better own characters and their those interactions would be if you could speak some stories. If you love watching Spanish. Spanish is the easiest foreign language to anime, reading, manga, or appreciate the style then learn with clear-cut rules and many words that are the Collabortive artwork by Gabriella Ramirez Velasquez join us for a fun and unique experience. For more same in English. For more information or to register information, contact the Foley Cultural Center at 707- please call the Coordinator at 648-4640. Instructor: 648-4630. Instructor: Delesa Lara-Castro Derrick Leonard. Foley Cultural Center, 1499 N. Camino Alto Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. Cost: $25 month/resident, $30 month/nonresident $45/month resident, $53/month nonresident Mon, 5-7pm Tue, 7-8pm May 7-21, Jun 4-25, Jul 2-30, Aug 6-27, Sep 10-24 May 1-22*, Jun 5-26*, Jul 10-31*, Aug 7-28, Sep 4-25 *No Class May 28, Jul 2, Sep 3 No Class: May 29, Jun 12, July 3 NEW! OIL PASTELS ONLINE DRIVERS ED WORKSHOP • AGES 15 + • Ages 12+ Attention TEENS who WANT TO Students will discover a DRIVE: DMV allows teens variety of new drawing to receive their Learner’s techniques such as Permit at age 15 ½ and a stippling, burnishing, license at age 16. This shading, optical class is the FIRST, required blending, and color blending. We will also touch on step that must be tone, form, composition, and color theory. Students completed. This is an are challenged with various art projects such as online course with videos, abstract, still life, drawing in nature, empty space, animated driving silhouette, and more. At the end of class we will have scenarios and sample test group discussion and evaluation of techniques as we questions. Learn the rules review everyone’s work. This is a great opportunity for of the road, major causes beginners or seasoned artists! Instructor will have all of traffic collisions, DMV procedures, etc. A licensed supplies needed for an additional $10 material fee. instructor is available to answer any questions. For more information or to register please call the Receive DMV-approved certificate of completion. Coordinator at 648-4640. Instructor: Laura Schofield. Sign up any time. Registration is ongoing. Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. For more information contact the Foley Cultural Cost: $100 month/resident , $120 month/nonresident Center at 707-648-4630. Instructor: Erika Vieyra $10 material fee to instructor Cost: $39 month/resident, $47 month/nonresident Thurs, 1:30-3:30pm May 1-31, Jun 1-30, Jul 1-31, Aug 1-31, Sep 1-30 May 3-24*, Jun 7-28, Jul 5-26, Aug 2-23*, Sep 6-27 Online 24/7 No Class: May 31 or Aug 30

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NEW! CARTOONING SLIME & COMIC STRIPS MAKING • AGES 10+ FOR KIDS Are you some- • Ages 5-15 one who has Kids, come learn always loved how to make cartoons? slime by some- Join us one your own for a fun age! Fifth workshop! grader, Janiyah, Students will will teach you learn how to about different show expression types of slime through drawing faces and bodies, make their art- and you will get to make your own too! This is a fun, work dynamic, add patterns and textures to their hands on class. Parents must stay on site to assist their characters and background. Students will create their children during the class. For more information or to own characters and comic strip with the tools and register please call the Coordinator at 648-4640. techniques, inking, coloring and character and gag Instructor: Janiyah development learned in this workshop. At the end of Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. class, we will have group discussion and evaluation of $5/per class residents, $6/per class nonresident techniques as we review everyone’s work. For more Sun, 11-11:45am information, contact the Coordinator at 639-1325. May 6, June 24, July 29, Aug 26, Sep 30 Instructor: Laura Schofield North Vallejo Community Center, 1121 Whitney Ave. $100 month/resident, $120 month/nonresident $10 material fee to instructor NEW! SAFETY FOR ALL ABILITIES Thurs, 4-6pm • AGES 13+ May 3-24, Jun 7-28, Jul 5-26, Aug 2-23, Sep 6-27 A progressive series of self-defense classes that provide quickly useable safety and self-protection NEW! COLORED PENCIL • AGES 12+ skills. This training will increase your ability to Students will discover a variety defend against a wide range of dangers. Students of new drawing techniques will be able to avoid harmful situations in public such as stippling, burnishing, and at home. You will learn to safely deal with scumbling, layering, shading, bullies, escape holds and stop attackers with incised and directional marks, power. This is not a Martial Arts or workout class. optical blending, pressure, cross No physical fitness is required. For more hatching, warm and cool colors information, contact the Coordinator at and color blending. We will also 639-1325. Instructor: Skylar Mahal touch on tone, form, composition, Norman C. King South Vallejo Community Center, color theory, tools, papers and 545 Magazine St. products. Students are challenged with $60/6-week session resident, various art projects such as abstract, still life, drawing $72/6-week session nonresident in nature, using only primary or complementary Women: Tues, 6:30-8pm colors, empty space, warm and cool colors, silhouette, May 1-Jun 5, Jun 12-Jul 17, Jul 24-Aug 28, and more. At the end of class we will have group Sep 4-Oct 9 discussion and evaluation of techniques as we review Men: Thurs, 6:30-8pm everyone’s work. For more information, contact the May 3-Jun 7, Jun 14-July 19, Jul 26-Aug 30, Coordinator at 639-1325. Instructor: Laura Schofield Sep 6- Oct 11 North Vallejo Community Center, 1121 Whitney Ave. $100 month/resident, $120 month/nonresident $10 material fee to instructor Thurs, 6:30-8:30pm May 3-24, Jun 7-28, Jul 5-26, Aug 2-23, Sep 6-27

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GVRD REFUND POLICY 395 A mador St. Vallejo, CA 94590 When a customer withdraws from a class the following charges will apply to the refund:

Mail registration form and attach payment. More than 5 working days prior to the start of the program No charge Please make checks payable to GVRD. 5 or less working days prior to t he start of the program Administrative Fee To pay by Visa or Master Card, please pre-register during office hours. After the start of the program Pro-rated up to a maximum of 50% or change to another Check # ______Cash______Office use only______program or class

AGREEMENT, WAIVER, AND RELEASE - This must be signed before beginning any activity. In consideration for being permitted by the above district to participate in the above activity, I hereby waive, release, and discharge any and all claims for damages for personal injury, death, or property damage which I may have, or which may hereafter accrue to me, as a result of participation in said activity. This release is intended to discharge in advance the above District and City of Vallejo (its officers, employees, and agents) from any and all liability arising out of or connected in any way with my participation in s aid activity, even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities mentioned above. It is understood that this activity involves an element of risk and danger of accidents and knowing those risks, I he reby assume those risks. It is further agreed that this waiver, release and assumption of risk is to be binding on my heirs and assigns. I agree to indemnify and to hold the above person or entities free and harmless from any loss, liability, damage cost, or expense which they may incur as a result of my death or any injury or property damage that I may sustain while participating in said activity. PARENTAL CONSENT: (to be completed and signed by parent/guardian if applicant is under 18 years of age) I hereby consent that my son/daughter, ______, participate in the above activity, and I hereby execute the above Agreement, Waiver, and Release on his/her behalf. I state that said minor is physically able to participate in said activity. I hereby agree to indemnify and hold the persons and entities mentioned above free and harmless from any loss liability, damage, cost, or expense, which they may incur as a result of the death or any injury or property damage, that said minor may sustain while participating in said activity. I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT, WAIVER, AND RELEASE AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ABOVE DISTRICT AND MYSELF AND I SIGN IT OF MY FREE WILL.

Participant/Parent/Guardian Signature ______Date ______

Participant/Parent/Guardian Signature ______Date ______

By signing this release, I hereby waive any right to privacy and unconditionally give my permission to allow my name, likeness or phot ograph to appear in any GVRD promotional literature which may include, but would not be limited to brochures, flyers, press releases, newspapers, television or any other electronic media.

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