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Use this form to register by mail or fax: Mail to: REGISTRATION, 323 CHURCH STREET, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060 Fax to: 831-420-5271 (VISA or MasterCard only) I Phone: 831-420-5270 PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE CLEARLY. ACCOUNT INFORMATION I Main Contact CARDHOLDER INFORMATION

FIRST NAME______NAME ______

CIRCLE ONE: CHECK LAST NAME______Please make checks payable to City of Santa Cruz ADDRESS______CARD NUMBER ______

CITY______STATE______ZIP______EXP. DATE ______

PHONE (Home)______(Work)______PRINT NAME ______(as it appears on credit card) SIGNATURE ______EMAIL______(for credit card use only)

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME AND PHONE NUMBER ______

CLASS REGISTRATION First time registrants I Remember to include proof of City residency to receive reduced rates for classes and activities. 1st 2nd Choice Choice Participant’s Name Birth M/F Activity Title Fee Course Course Date (gender) # #

Permission to participate in the above program(s) sponsored by the Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department is given for myself and/or my child(ren). In consideration of participation in such program(s), I on behalf of myself and/or my child(ren), hereby agree to release, hold harmless, indemnify and defend the City of Santa Cruz, its agents, employees, and volunteers from any and all claims or liability (including attorneys’ fees and defense costs) for bodily injury or property damage arising from my or my child(ren)’s negligence or willful misconduct relating to my or my child(ren)’s participation in the above program(s). I, on behalf of myself and/or my child(ren) assume all risk for any injuries relating to participating in the above program(s). My duty to release, hold harmless, indemnify and defend the City of Santa Cruz shall not apply only when (1) the injury to person or property arises wholly from the negligence or willful misconduct of the City or its agents or employees or volunteers and (2) I nor my child(ren) have contributed in no part to the bodily injury or property damage. I hereby give the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department the right to use photographs taken of me and/or my child while participating in the above activity(s) for reproduction in any medium for purposes of advertising, trade, display, exhibition, or editorial use.

SIGNED______DATE______Circle one: Participant (18 & over) Parent Guardian Senior (60+)

I prefer NOT to receive quarterly emails from Parks and Recreation notifying me of registration deadlines and special events or programs.

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ATTENTION CHOWDER CHEFS! Dig out your favorite Boston and/or Manhattan clam chowder recipes for the 32nd Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off, Saturday, February 23 at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The two divisions are Individual and Professional. Winners will have a chance to win round-trip tickets courtesy of United Airlines and cash prizes. Trophies are awarded to first place winners in each division as well as for “Most Original” and “Most Tasted.” Entry forms are available in the Parks and Recreation Office, 323 Church Street and online at www. santacruzparksandrec.com. Entry fees include two T-shirts per team if registered by Friday, January 18. Visit www. santacruzparksandrec.com. Call 831-420-5273.

Entry fees: Individuals $50.00 Professional (Restaurants, Caterers, Food Service) $75.00

32ND ANNUAL SANTA CRUZ CLAM CHOWDER COOK-OFF Saturday, February 23, 2013 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Teams of chowder chefs come from all over the West Coast to compete for the prestigious award of “Best Clam Chowder.” Whip up your favorite recipe for red or white chowder or just come and sample the delicious variety of chowder and fun at the Boardwalk. Check www.santacruzparksandrec.com. Call the Chowder Hotline, 831-420-5273. Cost: Tasting kits $9.00.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! OMEGA NU’S 23RD ANNUAL DUCKY DERBY & CARNIVAL Saturday, April 27, 2013 Omega Nu, in cooperation with the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department, will hold its annual Ducky Derby and Carnival in Friendship Gardens at Harvey West Park on Saturday, April 27 from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. Don't miss this fabulous and fun family event featuring a carnival, entertain- ment, rubber duck races, prizes, food and more! Call 831-479-4070 or visit www.duckyderbysantacruz.com.

Locals Wharf Parking Pass Park for free for up to two hours with a Locals Pass! $20 per year – City Resident $25 per year – County Resident Purchase at the Wharf gate booths or download application at www.cityofsantacruz.com.

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Summer Jobs Recreation Leader Positions for Day Camps

Applicants must submit a standard City of Santa Cruz application by 5:00 pm, Friday, April 19, 2013 to the Parks and Recreation Office, 323 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Attached resumés and letters of recommendation are encouraged, but cannot be accepted in place of an application.

Job descriptions available Monday, January 14, 2013 in the Parks and Recreation Office or on the website. Applicants must attend a mandatory Skills Evaluation on Saturday, April 20, 2013, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Louden Nelson Community Center.

This evaluation includes an opportunity for candidates to be evaluated while participating in “hands-on” recreation experiences. Atten- dance is mandatory for all new applicants and any returning staff applying for promotions. Interviews will be April 22, 23, 24 and 25, 2013 by invitation only.

Mandatory in-service training and summer programs run June 17 through August 23, 2013. Recreation III and IV positions are required to attend additional training Saturdays, May 11 and May 18, 2013.

Visit www.santacruzparksandrec.com. See Jobs section or call 831-420-5270.

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PACIFIC EDGE INTRO TO CLIMBING 11 - 17 yrs 12 days This class is tailored specifically for students new to the sport of rock climbing. Students learn and practice climbing fundamentals on all kinds of radical terrain, from slabs to overhangs, corners, roofs, cracks and chimneys. We emphasize safety and personal responsibility in an awesome environment. This class can be taken on its own or as a building block for our more advanced youth programs. Equipment and gym membership are included for the duration of the class. Prerequisite: Pacific Edge Youth Belay Cer- tification Class or Prior Certification at Pacific Edge. No class 4/2, 4/4.

Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Pacific Edge Staff 104 Bronson St #12 $175.00(R)/$222.00(N)

#16158 Tu, Th 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 03/12 - 04/25 #16159 Tu, Th 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 04/30 - 06/06

PACIFIC EDGE YOUTH BELAY Your meal can be savory or sweet! Learn to make something tasty to eat. CERTIFICATION 11 - 13 yrs 2 days This weekend class is the best introduction for young climbers to learn the skills necessary to safely climb at Pacific Edge. Curricu- TEENS COOK 13 - 17 yrs 6 days lum includes primary safety procedures, climber's knots, belaying Teens cook easy, tasty and affordable meals for themselves and skills and climbing practice. All equipment is provided. their families. Learn to read a recipe, make a shopping list, measure ingredients accurately and how to substitute ingredients. Understand Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Pacific Edge Staff what it means to saute, stir fry and poach and learn to whip up 104 Bronson St #12 $45.00(R)/$56.00(N) sauces to enhance the flavor of any meal. You’ll work with a partner to make both savory and sweet recipes to eat in class. There #16156 Sa - Su 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 03/09 - 03/10 is a $72.00 material fee due to the instructor in the first class. #16157 Sa - Su 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 04/27 - 04/28 Circle Church Kitchen Julie Villaire BE IN YOUR OWN BAND 11 - 18 yrs 9 days 111 Errett Circle $55.00(R)/$66.00(N) This class focuses on playing with other musicians in a band setting. Open to bass, guitar, drum, keyboard and vocalists. Other instru- #16203 W 4:45 pm - 6:45 pm 01/30 - 03/06 ments are welcome with instructors permission. Some experience !6323 W 4:45 pm - 6:45 pm 04/10-05/15 is REQUIRED. Guitar and bass players must be able to tune their instruments and find notes on the neck. Drummers must be able to count time and play a basic consistent beat. Keyboard players TEEN FUSED GLASS JEWELRY 12 yrs & up 2 days must bring their own keyboard. All students should know at least Join this great new after school class for teens! Students will cre- one song all the way through. Class will cover music theory, song- ate between four and six beautiful fused glass wearable art pieces. writing, meeting other musicians, band formation & performance We will experiment with different glasses, colors, frits and metals. skills. Come with your formed band or as an individual looking for We will use bales, clasps and drill holes to make our art wearable group playing experience. Drum kit, guitar, bass and amplification and show our best creative self! will be provided. Bring your own instrument, cable, tuner and sticks as applicable. Note: This class may not be appropriate for begin- Art DuJour Gallery Classroom Art duJour Staff ning musicians. Questions? Contact [email protected] 1013 Cedar St $150.00(R)/$189.00(N) or call 831-345-5224. Scholarships available through Santa Cruz Performing Arts. #16208 M 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm 03/11 - 03/18

Teen Center Robin Macomber 301 Center St $150.00(R)/$195.00(N)

#16301 M 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 01/14 - 03/25 #16302 M 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 04/01 - 05/20

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TODDLER TIME 1 - 2 yrs *5 days/6 days Enrollment is first-come, first-served for each session. Gymnastics fun for your little one. Jump, crawl, slide, swing and No priority is given to participants previously enrolled. roll through a fun obstacle course. This is a great way to build strength and coordination as well as a soft place to fall. The instructor models the activities for the day and parents guide the children KIDS’ KORNER CO-OP 3 - 5 yrs 18 days through the circuit. Start the morning with gymnastics play with Kids’ Korner Co-op provides an environment for preschoolers to friends. No class 2/18, 4/1 - 4/5 and 5/27. learn, play and socialize. Hands-on curriculum includes the use of pre-kindergarten material, music, art, science, social awareness Depot Park Freight Building Lila Brown and life skills. The program participates in Raising a Reader and 119 Center St *$42.00(R)/$52.00(N) Handwriting Without Tears. Class curriculum is identical for MW $46.00(R)/$56.00(N) and TTH classes. Parents may only register for two days a week. #16064 M 10:00 am - 10:45 am *01/28 - 03/04 A Pre-K class is available on Fridays beginning in January. If you #16065 W 10:00 am - 10:45 am 01/30 - 03/06 have a child entering kindergarten in the fall, you may register for #16066 F 10:00 am - 10:45 am 02/01 - 03/08 this engaging, academically focused Pre-K class. Children must #16067 M 10:00 am - 10:45 am 03/11 - 04/22 be concurrently registered in the MW or TTh class to attend the #16068 W 10:00 am - 10:45 am 03/13 - 04/24 Pre-K class. #16069 F 10:00 am - 10:45 am 03/15 - 04/26 #16070 M 10:00 am - 10:45 am *04/29 - 06/03 Bring a copy of child’s current immunization record the first day #16071 W 10:00 am - 10:45 am *05/01 - 05/29 #16072 F 10:00 am - 10:45 am *05/03 - 05/31 of class. Preschoolers should be toilet trained. Bring a lunch daily labeled with their name. There is no program on holidays. Co-op PARENT & TOT GYMNASTICS 2 - 4 yrs *5 days/6 days volunteers must be fingerprinted by law (free to volunteers) before More gymnastics fun with your child as they begin to learn more helping in the classroom. Once your child is registered, please call skills. Parents assist children as they learn rolls, bar swings, bal- 831-420-5403 to set up your fingerprinting appointment. ancing and tummy handstands. This class is for the child who enjoys play but is ready for more! Parent participation may not be Co-op Parent Responsibilities necessary as children progress in learning skills. Instructor will • Parents must co-op in three classes each session per child. work with parents to make that determination. No class 2/18, 4/1 • Parents must choose one “take-home” job each session. - 4/5 and 5/27. • Parents must arrive 15 minutes early on their co-op day to help set up the room. Depot Park Freight Building Lila Brown • Siblings not enrolled in class may not accompany parents on 119 Center St *$42.00(R)/$52.00(N) their work days. $46.00(R)/$56.00(N)

Harvey West Park Kids Cottage Chrisa Burr & Kelly Gibson #16074 M 11:00 am - 11:45 am *01/28 - 03/04 325 Evergreen St 9:30 am - 12:30 pm #16075 W 11:00 am - 11:45 am 01/30 - 03/06 #16076 F 11:00 am - 11:45 am 02/01 - 03/08

#16077 M 11:00 am - 11:45 am 03/11 - 04/22 #15972 M, W 01/23 - 03/25 $159.00(R)/$200.00(N) #16078 W 11:00 am - 11:45 am 03/13 - 04/24 #15973 Tu, Th 01/22 - 03/21 $190.00(R)/$248.00(N) #16079 F 11:00 am - 11:45 am 03/15 - 04/26 #15974 F 01/25 - 05/31 $190.00(R)/$248.00(N) #16080 M 11:00 am - 11:45 am *04/29 - 06/03 #16103 M, W 03/25 - 05/29 $180.00(R)/$234.00(N) #16081 W 11:00 am - 11:45 am *05/01 - 05/29 #16104 Tu, Th 03/26 - 05/30 $190.00(R)/$248.00(N) #16082 F 11:00 am - 11:45 am *05/03 - 05/31

GYMNASTICS TUMBLING 4 - 6 yrs *5 days/6 days GYMNASTICS – SLOW MOVERS 6 mo - 1 yr *5 days/6 days Are you ready to tumble? This class will introduce children to basic Slow movers is a great place to build coordination and confidence gymnastics and tumbling skills: cartwheels, hand stands, bridges, in crawling and walking. The gymnastics mats provide subtle chal- bar work and beam. The instructor will lead the students through lenges and a safe place to fall. This is the perfect place for little obstacle courses, play activities, one-on-one coaching and spotting. ones to interact with others in a fun atmosphere. Parent participa- Gymnastics increases coordination, strength and flexibility. No tion is required. No class 4/5. class 2/18, 4/1 - 4/5 and 5/27.

Depot Park Freight Building Lila Brown Depot Park Freight Building Lila Brown 119 Center St *$42.00(R)/$52.00(N) 119 Center St $39.00(R)/$49.00(N) $46.00(R)/$56.00(N) *$37.00(R)/$47.00(N) #16084 M 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm *01/28 - 03/04 #16325 F 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm 02/01 - 03/08 #16085 W 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm 01/30 - 03/06 #16326 F 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm 03/15 - 04/26 #16086 M 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm 03/11 - 04/22 #16327 F 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm *05/03 - 05/31 #16087 W 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm 03/13 - 04/24 #16088 M 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm *04/29 - 06/03 #16089 W 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm *05/01 - 05/29

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JUNIOR GYMNASTICS 7 yrs & up *5 days/6 days MOMMY/DADDY & ME SOCCER 2 - 3.5 yrs 6 days It's never too late to begin gymnastics. The benefits of gymnastics Introduce yourself and your toddler to the “World's Most Popular last a lifetime as you increase strength, coordination and balance. Game!” As you and your child participate in our fun age-appropri- This class focuses on gymnastics training geared for older students. ate activities, your child will be developing their large motor skills Skills taught include cartwheels, handstands, bridges, bar work, and socialization skills. The fun happens on the field, and parents beam and basic strength training. The Monday 2:00 pm class is are part of the action, not watching from the sidelines! All participants designed as an enrichment class for students who are home receive a jersey. Class status and rainout hotline 1-888-372-5803. schooled. No class 2/18, 4/1 - 4/5 and 5/27. No class 2/18.

Depot Park Freight Building Lila Brown Depot Park South Field Kidz Love Soccer Staff 119 Center St *$48.00(R)/$58.00(N) 119 Center St $90.00(R)/$111.00(N) $52.00(R)$63.00(N) #16248 M 9:30 am - 10:00 am 01/28 - 03/11 #16094 M 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm *01/28 - 03/04 #16249 M 9:30 am - 10:00 am 04/08 - 05/13 #16095 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm *01/28 - 03/04 #16096 W 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 01/30 - 03/06 TOT/PRE SOCCER 3.5 - 5 yrs 6 days #16097 M 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 03/11 - 04/22 Learn the basic techniques of the game and build self-esteem #16098 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 03/11 - 04/22 through participation and fun soccer activities. Children learn to #16099 W 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 03/13 - 04/24 follow instructions in a nurturing, age-appropriate environment. #16100 M 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm *04/29 - 06/03 Shin guards are required after the first class meeting. All participants #16101 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm *04/29 - 06/03 receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey. Class status and rainout hotline #16102 W 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm *05/01 - 05/29 1-888-372-5803.

Depot Park South Field Kidz Love Soccer Staff 119 Center St $90.00(R)/$111.00(N)

#16250 3.5-4 yrs M 10:10 am - 10:40 am 01/28 - 03/11 #16251 4-5 yrs M 10:45 am - 11:20 am 01/28 - 03/11 #16252 3.5-4 yrs M 10:10 am - 10:40 am 04/08 - 05/13 #16253 4-5 yrs M 10:45 am - 11:20 am 04/08 - 05/13

SOCCER-MINI SOCCERSAURUS 4 - 6 yrs 5 days Friends of Parks & Recreation This learn-to-play soccer program is a hit among the 4-6- year-olds Winter-Spring Program in Santa Cruz! Parent participation is expected and will add to the fun. Soccer balls are provided by Coach Rich Sanders, and op- Scholarships tional program-a-saurus shirts can be purchased for $15.00 during the program. Friends of Parks and Recreation (FOPAR) has allocated funds for scholarships for limited-income families residing within the Harvey West Park Outfield 5 & 6 Rich Sanders City of Santa Cruz. Interested Santa Cruz City residents may 300-326 Evergreen St $59.00(R)/$71.00(N) pick up scholarship request forms at the Parks and Recreation Office, 323 Church Street. You can also obtain request forms at #16254 Su 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm 04/07 - 05/05 www.cityofsantacruz.com/scholarships. Deadline for requests is Monday, January 14 at 5:00 pm. TENNIS TINY TOTS 5 - 6 yrs 4 days A fun introduction to tennis for the very young. This class will teach If your child receives a scholarship, a credit will be applied to the forehand and backhand groundstrokes, plus the volley. Please your Parks and Recreation account for the amount awarded. bring a racket to class. A material fee of $5.00 is due to the instruc- You will be responsible for registering your child in the tor in the first class. program(s) online or by mail, in person or by phone. Santa Cruz High Tennis Courts Cal Honda Enrollment in programs is first-come, first-served. Please 415 Walnut Ave $67.00(R)/$81.00(N) note: If you choose to register online with instaReg, you will need to set up your account. Go to instaReg, click on “Sign In” #16255 Sa 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 03/23 - 04/13 to see if you have an account. Call 831-420-5270. #16256 Sa 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 04/20 - 05/11 #16257 Sa 1:00 pm - 1:00 pm 05/18 - 06/08 Scholarship credit must be used by May 24, 2013. Special thanks to Omega Nu, the Jay Moriarity Scholarship Fund, the J.R. Scott Memorial Fund and the City of Santa Cruz for making these scholarships possible.

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ECO CONTEST ART 7 - 13 yrs 6 days Join us for this exciting class offered at the Tannery Arts Center! MAKE SUMMER CAMP PLANS NOW! 5-12 yrs 2 wks We will use watercolors, pastels and photography to learn about It’s not too early to start thinking about plans for summer. the contest art world and our natural environment. This class will Our summer camps held in Harvey West Park are led by be taught by Linda Cover, who has received several art awards, experienced and enthusiastic staff and have something for including “Art and Poetry Teacher of the Year” for the National everyone! Your child will delight in field trips, arts and crafts, River of Words. Her students have been exhibited widely and have games and more. Details will be available in the Summer won numerous international, national and local acclaim. A mate- Activity Guide mailed in March. Sign up beginning April 13. rial fee of $10.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

Tannery Arts Center Studio #116 Linda Cover PRESCHOOL DANCE, MUSIC & ART 3.5 - 5 yrs 5 days 1050 River St $60.00(R)/$72.00(N) Experience delightful fairy tales through music, dance and art. Young artists also develop their own unique fairy tales through #16124 Th 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm 03/21 - 04/25 creative expression, dance, music, mime, puppetry and art. Delight your budding artist! It's performing arts pre-school fun! Parents are INTRODUCTION TO SUZUKI GUITAR 5 - 12 yrs 4 days invited to drop-off children for the morning but are always welcome The Suzuki method can be explained by what's known as the to stay. Please pack a healthy snack and lunch for your child and “Mother Tongue Approach.” By studying and cataloging the various provide water too! There is a $20.00 material fee due to the instruc- ways infants learn to talk, you'll see the foundational principals of tor in the first class. No class 4/5. the Suzuki method emerge! Parents are required to attend the first 15 minutes of the session and encouraged to come to all sessions. International Academy of Dance Staff IAD The first class will be a group meeting. The remaining three 320 Encinal St $90.00(R)/$110.00(N) classes will be 15-30-minute-long private lessons. A $5.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the first class. Only a nylon string #16140 F 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 02/01 - 03/01 guitar of proper size will be allowed. If you don't have a guitar, the #16141 F 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 03/08 - 04/12 instructor may have some available for rental or can refer you to music stores. To view a video of Kevin's students playing Suzuki MIXED MEDIA ART AT WESTLAKE 6 - 12 yrs 6 days Students will use a variety of materials including chalk pastels, guitar visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fAH7BQoZ4M color pencils, watercolors, charcoal and tempera. Students learn about composition, form and light. The primary goal and focus is More Music Classroom Kevin McDowell for each student to develop their own personal imagery and con- 512 Front St $70.00(R)/$85.00(N) fidence in self-expression. Artistic skills are taught through a combination of targeted lessons, combined with each student's #16106 F 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm 02/01 - 02/22 rich imagination and experiences. Projects include animal sketch- #16107 F 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm 03/08 - 03/29 ing using real museum specimens, study of the masters, multi- cultural art, mask-making, still life, landscape and more. A $20.00 material fee for kiln firing and materials is due to the instructor in the first class.

Westlake Elementary School Portable 27 Claudia Stevens 1000 High St $47.00(R)/$58.00(N)

#16125 W 12:40 pm - 1:40 pm 01/30 - 03/06 #16126 W 12:40 pm - 1:40 pm 04/10 - 05/15

AFTER SCHOOL ANIMAL ART 7 - 13 yrs 6 days Join us for this exciting new after school art class at the Tannery Arts Center! Using a variety of media and different techniques, we will learn about and create art centered around local animals. Join us as we explore animal habitats and the creatures that live in them using oil and chalk pastels, watercolors and collage. On our last day we will have an artist reception, including a party and exhibit! No class 4/2. Playing the guitar can become a lifelong skill.

Tannery Arts Center Studio #116 Linda Cover 1050 River St $60.00(R)/$72.00(N)

#16231 Tu 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm 01/29 - 03/05 #16232 Tu 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm 03/19 - 04/30

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TODDLER DANCE 2 - 4 yrs 5 days Bring your baby to explore rhythms and develop coordination and Winter style through simple moves and age appropriate choreography. This is a wonderful introduction to dance for toddlers and preschoolers. Children’s International Academy of Dance IAD Staff Theater 320 Encinal St $50.00(R)/$61.00(N) Ages: 7 - 13 yrs 14 days #16219 Tu 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm 01/29 - 02/26 Children's Theater is proud to present Alice in Wonderland. No experience is necessary and everyone who auditions CHILDREN’S POLYNESIAN DANCE 5 - 11 yrs 7 days will receive a part! Join the fun of Hula, Maori and Tahitian dance. Jacinta has taught and performed here and on the islands for years. Beginners and Auditions will be held the first 2 days of class: Monday, 1/28 returning students welcome. A material fee of $10.00 is due to the and Wednesday, 1/30. Students must be in class both days instructor in the first class. No class 4/2. and be enrolled prior to auditions. Students will not need to attend all rehearsals. Individual rehearsal schedules will be Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Jacinta McGinnis set after the play is cast. 301 Center St $52.00(R)/$63.00(N)

Final dress rehearsals will be held at the Louden Nelson #16053 Tu 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 01/29 - 03/12 Community Center the week of March 25-28. Performances #16054 Tu 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 03/26 - 05/14 take place on Friday, March 29 at 7:00 pm with a Saturday matinee on March 30 at 2:00 pm. Parent volunteers are an HIP HOP MINI 3 - 5 yrs 5 days essential part of children's theater. Parents may help with The mini version of Hip Hop Kids for preschool aged children! Get rehearsals, costumes, props and more. Parents volunteering in the groove while learning style, musicality and basic technique. with rehearsals must be fingerprinted. The City of Santa Cruz Kids have fun while making friends, improving balance and exercis- will pay for fingerprinting. A material fee of $10.00 is due to ing to music they love! No class 4/3. the instructor in the first class. International Academy of Dance IAD Staff Depot Park Freight Building Julie Willhite 320 Encinal St $65.00(R)/$79.00(N) 119 Center St $80.00(R)/$98.00(N) #16142 W 2:45 pm - 3:30 pm 01/30 - 02/27 #16034 M, W 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 01/28 - 03/20 #16143 W 2:45 pm - 3:30 pm 03/06 - 04/10

HIP HOP KIDS 6 - 9 yrs 5 days Calling all kids! Get in the groove with great moves while learning ACRO HIP-HOP 6 - 9 yrs 5 days style, musicality and technique.This motivating class takes rhythm, Learn to perform extraordinary feats of balance, agility and motor locomotion skills and creative movement to the next level. Hip hop coordination. Acrobatics, jazz an hip-hop are an excellent supple- dances like break dancing and pop-and-lock are some of the dance ment to any dance form or athletic pursuit. Challenging, fun, dy- lessons that will be taught. Hip hop dance can be beneficial for namic and supportive class. No experience required. Safe tumbling self-esteem, making friends, and having fun! No class 4/2, 4/5. lanes with excellent supervision and emphasis on correct form. Dancers learn style, technique and choreographed routines, in ad- International Academy of Dance IAD Staff dition to expressing themselves through freestyle. Friends and 320 Encinal St $65.00(R)/$79.00(N) family will be invited to observe on scheduled days. No class 4/6. #16136 Tu 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm 01/29 - 02/26 International Academy of Dance IAD Staff #16137 F 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm 02/01 - 03/01 320 Encinal St $65.00(R)/$79.00(N) #16138 Tu 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm 03/05 - 04/02 #16139 F 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm 03/08 - 04/05 #16296 Sa 10:00 am - 11:00 am 02/02 - 03/02 #16297 Sa 10:00 am - 11:00 am 03/09 - 04/06

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BEGINNING BALLET 8 - 14 yrs 4 days This class is an introduction to ballet. Basic barre and ballet positions will be taught with emphasis on body alignment and ballet terminology. Class will include warm-up, barre, center floor combinations and time to create your own dances. Instructor will designate a day and a time for video cameras. A material fee of $8.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. No class 2/18 and 4/1.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell 301 Center St $38.00(R)/$48.00(N)

#16181 M 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 01/28 - 02/25 MOM/DAD & ME BALLERINA 2 - 3 yrs 4 days #16182 M 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 03/11 - 04/15 This class is designed for baby ballerinas and baby Baryshnikovs. #16183 M 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 04/22 - 05/13 It is a wonderful sharing time for music and dance; lots of tutus, #16184 Sa 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 02/02 - 02/23 wings and wands. Instructor will designate a day and a time for #16212 Sa 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 03/09 - 03/30 video cameras. A material fee of $8.00 is due to the instructor in #16213 Sa 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 04/20 - 05/11 the first class. OCEAN AWARENESS FOR KIDS 6 - 13 yrs 2 days Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell The objective of this course is to provide your children with the 301 Center St $38.00(R)/$48.00(N) skills to explore the special wonders of our ocean in the Monterey Bay. We will focus on the topics of ocean safety; kelp is your friend, #16214 Tu 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 01/29 - 02/19 skin diving, and the use of ocean dynamics to make our entry into #16215 Tu 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 03/05 - 03/26 this space enjoyable. The class will encompass two Saturdays. #16216 Tu 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 04/16 - 05/07 The first Saturday will be in the Adventure Sports Unlimited pool strengthening strokes and learning skin diving skills. On the second PRE-BALLET I 3 - 6 yrs 4 days Saturday we’ll explore a calm kelp forest in our own backyard–the This is an introduction to the beauty of dance designed to develop wonderful gardens of Monterey Bay. Adults are free to assist the grace and coordination in the budding ballerina and the little class plus the whole family is invited to join in for a potluck beach Baryshnikov. We’ll explore creative expression and body awareness party for the last outing. Prerequisite: must be able to swim the through the magic of ballet. Instructor will designate a day and a crawl the length of a 10-meter pool. A $30.00 material fee is due time for video cameras. A material fee of $8.00 is due to the instruc- to the instructor in the first class. tor in the first class. No class 2/18 and 4/1. Adventure Sports Swimming Pool Judson & Staff Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell 303 Potrero St 15 $70.00(R)/$85.00(N) 301 Center St $34.00(R)/$44.00(N) #16187 Adventure Sports Sa 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 05/11 #16175 M 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 01/28 - 02/25 Stillwater Cove Sa 7:00 am - 12:00 pm 05/18 #16178 M 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 03/11 - 04/08 #16177 M 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 04/22 - 05/13 YOGA FOR KIDS 6 - 11 yrs 6 days #16176 Sa 10:30 am - 11:15 am 02/02 - 02/23 Yoga for Kids is a six-week class for children ages 6-11-years old. #16179 Sa 10:30 am - 11:15 am 03/09 - 03/30 The bulk of the class time is devoted to yoga inspired-movement #16180 Sa 10:30 am - 11:15 am 04/20 - 05/11 and play interspersed with relaxation techniques for kids, seasonal stories and/or yoga inspired projects. Yoga Kids end the PRE-BALLET II 5 - 8 yrs 4 days afternoon relaxed and refreshed! This class is for continuing Pre-Ballet I students as well as new students. Class will cover basic ballet positions and technique. An Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Amy Impellizzeri emphasis will be placed on proper posture and body alignment. 104 Bronson St #12 $72.00(R)/$89.00(N) The instructor will make a final decision on the appropriate level placement. A specific day and a time will be designated for video #16166 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 01/28 - 03/11 cameras. A material fee of $8.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. No class 2/18.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell 301 Center St $38.00(R)/$48.00(N)

#16209 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 01/28 - 02/25 #16210 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 03/11 - 04/08 #16211 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 04/22 - 05/13

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TAE KWON DO 4 - 18 yrs 14 days Children will learn about safety, respect, focus, and self-control, all while having fun in an energetic and disciplined atmosphere. Chil- dren are encouraged to take the focus and concentration skills taught in this class and apply them at school and also take the patience and respect skills and apply them at home. A $10.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the first class.

Family Martial Arts Center Dojo Scott Symons 1025 Water St $95.00(R)/$118.00(N) *$110.00(R)/$138.00(N)

#16057 4-7 yrs M, W 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 02/04 - 03/20 #16058 4-7 yrs M, W 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 02/04 - 03/20 #16059 8-18 yrs M, W 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm *04/08 - 05/22 Boys and girls build strength and conﬁ dence in martial arts classes. #16060 8-18 yrs M, W 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm *04/08 - 05/22

LITTLE DRAGONS 4 - 6 yrs 8 days DEFEATING BULLIES WITHOUT FIGHTING 5 - 12 yrs 1 day This children's martial arts program introduces young children to This life-saving class is open to both boys and girls and deals with all safe falling, tumbling, coordination, flexibility and self-confidence. aspects of self-defense.The course covers everything from assessing Your youngster will also learn social skills, playground skills, focus, your surroundings, setting verbal boundaries, to how to defeat a bully patience, self-control and the importance of never initiating violence. without fighting. Once this foundation is established, we will teach Classes are fun, full of action and taught in a supportive, nurturing physical self-defense in case all else fails. Visit www.lairdsacademy. environment. A material fee of $40.00 for a uniform is due to the com. A material fee of $5.00 is due in the first class. instructor in the first class. No class 2/18. Laird’s Academy Studio Michael Laird Laird’s Academy Studio Michael Laird 175 Walnut Ave Suite C $46.00(R)/$56.00(N) 175 Walnut Ave Suite C $75.00(R)/$92.00(N) #16108 Sa 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 03/09 #16117 M, W 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 02/04 - 02/27 #16118 Tu, Th 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 02/05 - 02/28 JUNIOR ROCK STARS 6 - 7 yrs 6 days #16119 M, W 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 04/08 - 05/01 This class is a six-week introduction to indoor climbing especially #16120 Tu, Th 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 04/09 - 05/02 designed for the youngest climbers age six and seven. Students will learn about equipment, knots, and establish safe climbing habits. CHILDREN’S NINJA CAMP 6 - 11 yrs 1 day Small classes, with a maximum of three children per instructor, allow This class will explore the myths and facts of the fascinating Ninja from Japanese history, as well as give kids a chance to train like for individual instruction. This class is often repeated with new chal- one! Children will learn basic tumbling and nun chuck skills as well lenges and activities each time. Shoes and harness included. No as how to throw (rubber) Ninja Stars. Safety gear will be provided class 4/2. for some of the most fun your child will ever have while learning the history and ways of the Ninja! A material fee of $15.00 for foam Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Pacific Edge Staff nun chucks and throwing stars is due the first day of class. 104 Bronson St #12 $140.00(R)/$176.00(N)

Laird’s Academy Studio Michael Laird #16163 Tu 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 01/15 - 02/19 175 Walnut Ave Suite C $46.00(R)/$56.00(N) #16164 Tu 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 03/12 - 04/23 #16165 Tu 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 04/30 - 06/04 #16111 Sa 11:00 am - 2:00 pm 02/09 #16112 Sa 11:00 am - 2:00 pm 04/13 PACIFIC EDGE ROCK STARS 8 - 10 yrs 6 days This class is a six-week introduction to indoor climbing especially CHILDREN’S ADVANCED NINJA CAMP 6 - 11 yrs 1 day designed for the younger climbers. Students will learn about equip- This class will take your young Ninja to the next level! Advanced ment, knots and establish safe climbing habits. Small classes with games, techniques and tumbling will end in a grand Ninja battle a maximum of three children per instructor. This class is often re- under a strobe light for extra effect. Students accepted only after peated with new challenges and activities each time. Shoes and completing the regular Ninja training class. A material fee of $35.00 harness are included with the class. No class 4/5. is due in the first class. Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Pacific Edge Staff Laird’s Academy Studio Michael Laird 104 Bronson St #12 $140.00(R)/$176.00(N) 175 Walnut Ave Suite C $46.00(R)/$56.00(N) #16160 F 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 01/18 - 02/22 #16109 Sa 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 02/23 #16161 F 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 03/15 - 04/26 #16110 Sa 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 04/27 #16162 F 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 05/03 - 06/07 Visit our Facebook page at Facebook.com/CityofSantaCruzParksandRecreation Winter-Spring 2013 Activity Guide – Page 13 Art & Music

MOSAICS WITH FUSED GLASS 16 yrs & up 4 days UKULELE – LEVEL I AND LEVEL II 18 yrs & up 6 days The mixture of shapes, form and random color make mosaics. Add During the first session, beginners will start with an introduction to a fused glass element that you choose to create and the individu- the history and origins of the instrument, learn basic one to two al form can take many creative shapes. We will make our own chord positions and an easy strum pattern. Repertoire in this class kiln-formed glass pieces in the first two sessions and learn the will focus on traditional Hawaiian music using Hawaiian lyrics. In fabrication process for color and shape of fused glass for very the second session, the Level II class will expand on concepts individual art projects. No prior experience is needed. Each student covered in the beginning class. Students must bring their own will create an individually unique mosaic project with fused pieces. ukulele and music stand. Kalae is a gifted singer of traditional Hawaiian music. Over the last several years, he has performed Art DuJour Gallery Classroom Art duJour Staff extensively in the U.S. and Japan, taking the “aloha spirit” wher- 1013 Cedar St $195.00(R)/$248.00(N) ever he goes. An ambassador of Aloha, Kalae has performed and taught Hawaiian ukulele over the past 20 years in Hawaii and #16207 W 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm 02/06 - 02/27 throughout the West Coast. There is a $15.00 material fee due to the instructor in the first class. JAZZ WORKSHOP 15 yrs & up 5 days Play jazz standards in jam session format. There's really no jazz Harvey West Park Clubhouse Kalae Miles experience necessary, just the basic ability to play a musical instru- 300-326 Evergreen St $74.00(R)/$91.00(N) ment and to read music for your instrument. Singers welcome. You’ll learn to improvise with other music lovers in a congenial #16032 Level I Th 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 01/31 - 03/07 atmosphere. Children ages 12 to 14 able to add class with instruc- #16121 Level II Th 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 03/21 - 04/25 tor permission. Call 831-420-5270 for instructor approval.

Natural Bridges High School Rm 1 Steve Newman 313 Swift St $65.00(R)/$79.00(N)

#16127 Tu 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 01/29 - 02/26 #16128 Tu 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 03/12 - 04/09 #16129 Tu 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 04/23 - 05/21

START PLAYING PEOPLE MUSIC 13 yrs & up 4 days We'll teach you to play your guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, or dobro, as well as how to sing and play in a group. No prior experience necessary. Most of our students are complete beginners! This is a hybrid course. Students use online videos to learn core material and then meet in class to review and play in supportive group environment. After this class, continue playing music with others at community-run mountain music meet-ups. A 20% discount on instrument rentals (guitar, violin, mandolin, banjo, etc.) is available at Sylvan Music. Attendance at the first class is mandatory. A material fee of $15.00 for book and CD is due to the instructor in the first class.

Harvey West Park Clubhouse Abbott Family 300-326 Evergreen St $47.00(R)/$58.00(N)

#16033 W 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 02/20 - 03/13

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Kalae Miles shares his gift for Hawaiian ukulele.

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BALLET BARRE 13 yrs & up 4 days SALSA CRASH COURSE FOR BEGINNERS You’ll enjoy the beauty and grace of ballet while limbering, toning, CUBAN-STYLE 16 yrs & up 4 days and developing strength. There will be basic exercises and tech- This is a four-week crash course for everyone who wants to learn nique along with barre and centre combinations. to dance Salsa. Two skilled and non-intimidating instructors will build up your Salsa dancing skill in a FUN way. This is a regular Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell Salsa class using Cuban-style Salsa and some elements of 301 Center St $34.00(R)/$44.00(N) Rueda which is danced in a circle! NO PARTNER REQUIRED.The goal is for you to shine on the dance floor with some easy and #16172 Sa 9:15 am - 10:30 am 02/02 - 02/23 cool-looking moves. Chris and Jessica have over 11 years’ expe- #16173 Sa 9:15 am - 10:30 am 03/09 - 03/30 rience and have studied with renowned teachers in Cuba and #16174 Sa 9:15 am - 10:30 am 04/20 - 05/11 Miami. They are the founders of SalsaGente California and co- founded the award-winning Salsa Rueda Santa Cruz.This series BALLROOM BASICS 15 yrs & up 7 days class builds from week to week, so attendance to all sessions is Tango, Waltz and Cha-Cha. This class will introduce the basic steps REQUIRED. Get a good workout as Chris and Jessica keep you and styles to these diverse ballroom dances. With two instructors, moving! Visit www.SalsaGente.com or call 831-457-7432. Candi Ledwich and Todd Tsukushi, class will include leading and following. Students dance primarily with their own partners to de- Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Jessica Dieseldorff velop their own dance style. PARTNERS REQUIRED. 301 Center St $38.00(R)/$48.00(N)

Branciforte Middle School Multi-Purpose Rm Candi Ledwich #16171 W 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 02/06 - 02/27 315 Poplar Ave $68.00(R)/$83.00(N) SALSA RUEDA 16 yrs & up 4 days #16062 M 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 04/08 - 05/20 “Salsa Rueda” (also known as Rueda de Casino) is more than just Salsa. We dance this Cuban-style in a circle, frequently change SWING AND FOXTROT 15 yrs & up 7 days partners, and learn fun patterns with dancers weaving, linking and Our basic ballroom survival kit! With these two dances in your moving together. This is a very entertaining way to learn to dance repertoire, you can dance to any music at a swing dance party. salsa and become part of a worldwide community phenomenon. With two instructors, Candi Ledwich and Todd Tsukushi, class will NO PARTNER REQUIRED. Chris and Jessica have over 11 years’ include leading and following. Students dance primarily with their experience dancing “Rueda” worldwide and frequently study in Cuba. own partners to develop their own dance style. PARTNERS RE- Get a good workout as SalsaGente’s non-intimidating instructors QUIRED. No class 2/18. will keep you moving and having fun! For more information, visit www.SalsaGente.com or call 831-457-7432. Branciforte Middle School Multi-Purpose Rm Candi Ledwich 315 Poplar Ave $68.00(R)/$83.00(N) Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Jessica Dieseldorff 301 Center St $38.00(R)/$48.00(N) #16061 M 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 01/28 - 03/18 #16217 W 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 03/06 - 03/27 POLYNESIAN DANCE 12 yrs & up 7 days Learn the expressive Hawaiian Hula, ancient chants and Tahitian dance. Strengthen and tone. Jacinta has taught and performed here and on the islands for years. A material fee of $5.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. No class 4/2.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Jacinta McGinnis 301 Center St $52.00(R)/$63.00(N)

#16055 Tu 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 01/29 - 03/12 #16056 Tu 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 03/26 - 05/14

Chris and Jessica Dieseldorff teach popular salsa classes.

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HOOP DANCE 8 yrs & up 6 days Hoop Dance is a high cardio and artistic dance program that is tons of fun and taking the world by storm. What was made popular by Wham-O in the 50’s (remember the Hula Hoop?) has transitioned into a non-impact, fat-burning aesthetic that strengthens your core and calms your mind. Hoop Dance movement flow encourages and challenges your skills, while inspiring you to learn more. Hoop- notica certified, Jeanette Bent, wants you to sweat, laugh, and challenge your limits with every “swish” of the hoop! No class 2/18. Hoops provided by instructor.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 1 Jeanette Bent 301 Center St *$47.00(R)/$58.00(N) $61.00(R)/$73.00(N)

#16233 8-15 yrs M 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm *01/28 - 03/11 #16234 16 yrs & up M 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 01/28 - 03/11

Breathing calmly is at the center of a good yoga practice.

GENTLE YOGA 12 yrs & up 10 days These “easy-does-it” yoga classes at Santa Cruz Yoga are ideal for anyone who wants a slow-paced, yet gently energizing and relaxing yoga experience. If you are recovering from an injury, have physical limitations or simply want an easier going class, our Gentle Yoga classes are for you!

Santa Cruz Yoga Santa Cruz Yoga Staff 402 Ingalls #11 $85.00(R)/$105.00(N)

#16244 M 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm 01/28 - 04/01 #16245 Tu 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm 01/29 - 04/02 #16328 W 1:15 pm - 2:30 pm 01/30 - 04/03

TAI CHI CHIH 12 yrs & up 10 days Tai Chi Chih helps to circulate and balance the life force energy that flows within us through a series of twenty non-strenuous, soft flowing continuous movements. It’s a moving meditation similar to Tai Chi Chih is a form of meditation through movement. yoga in its emphasis on relaxation, breath and peace of mind. It can be practiced by people of all ages and any degree of physical ability. Each movement is repeated a number of times, making it easier to learn and enhancing its benefits.

Santa Cruz Yoga Santa Cruz Yoga Staff 402 Ingalls #11 $85.00(R)/$105.00(N)

#16246 Tu 10:45 am - 11:45 am 01/29 - 04/02 #16247 Th 10:45 am - 11:45 am 01/31 - 04/04

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TRI YOGA BASICS 18 yrs & up 15 days Tri Yoga Basics synchronizes flowing and sustained postures with rhythmic breath and focused mind. Basics include relaxing and rejuvenating stretching and strengthening posture sequences. Props are used to ensure comfort and alignment. It is best not to eat for at least 1-2 hours before class. Dress comfortably. No class 4/1-4/5.

Kali Ray Tri Yoga Center Kali Ray Staff 708 Washington St $95.00(R)/$118.00(N)

#16145 M 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 01/28 - 05/06 #16146 Tu 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 01/29 - 05/07 #16147 W 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 01/30 - 05/01 #16148 Th 9:30 am - 11:00 am 01/31 - 05/02 #16149 F 9:30 am - 11:00 am 02/01 - 05/03 #16330 Sa 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 02/02 - 05/04

BABY BOOT CAMP SANTA CRUZ 18 yrs & up 6 days Introducing a way to get fit with no childcare needed! This 60 minute class allows moms to bring their baby in a stroller while they get a great workout! Baby boot camp fitness classes are designed to help moms get fit. Taught by certified fitness professionals, classes match the level of the class participants. All classes com- bine strength training with cardiovascular drills. The class will also include mat work that will strengthen your abdominals and back. All fitness levels are welcome!

Depot Park Playground Dawna Lipari 119 Center St $60.00(R)/$71.00(N)

#16243 Tu 9:30 am - 10:30 am 01/29 - 03/05

Your abs and back will beneﬁ t from Pilates mat workouts.

PILATES MAT 16 yrs & up 9 days/7 days Pilates Mat will work to strengthen the abdominal and back muscles, improve posture, and increase flexibility. Students will learn proper Pilates breathwork. Aimee Fitzgerald is a certified Pilates Mat Instructor and also teaches Iyengar yoga. She loves teaching both kinds of classes. Students need to bring a mat or a towel and wear comfortable exercise clothing. Please contact Aimee before the class if you are pregnant or have osteoporosis. Please visit www.aimeefitzgerald.com.

Market Street Theatre Large Room Aimee Fitzgerald 222 Market St *$61.00(R)/$73.00(N) $52.00(R)/$63.00(N) Yoga poses help build strength and ﬂ exibility. #16047 Tu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm *01/29 - 03/26 #16048 Tu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 04/16 - 05/28

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KICK-BOX AEROBICS 18 yrs & up 6 days Join this cardiovascular, high-energy workout! Move to music and incorporate combinations of punches and kicks to help you burn calories, strengthen your body, tone your muscles, build endurance and increase your self-confidence. This is a great class for everyone, regardless if you're new to exercise or an advanced athlete looking to mix it up! Angela will provide modifications for exercises to make sure you are working to your level of fitness and that you benefit the most from the class.

Westside Aerobics and Martial Arts Studio Angela Galindo 509 Swift St Unit L $65.00(R)/$79.00(N)

#16237 Th 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm 01/31 - 03/07 #16238 Su 9:45 am - 11:00 am 02/03 - 03/10

MARTIAL ARTS FOR THE FAMILY 5 yrs & up 8 days Encourage and support your family while exploring martial arts and learning basic self-defense techniques. Your family will find a re- vitalized quest for self-improvement in a fun, comfortable environment. In addition to building flexibility and coordination, classes teach self-control, self-confidence, respect, focus and patience. Classes are one hour and take place at 4:00, 5:00 and 6:00 pm. Participants may attend 2 classes per week at any of the times offered. All classes open to all ages and levels. Individuals also welcome. A material fee of $40.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. No class 2/18.

Laird’s Academy Studio Michael Laird 175 Walnut Ave Suite C 5-12 yrs: $60.00(R)/$72.00(N) 13 yrs & up: $70.00(R)/$86.00(N)

#16113 M, W 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm 02/04 - 02/27 #16114 Tu, Th 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm 02/05 - 02/28 #16115 M, W 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm 04/08 - 05/01 #16116 Tu, Th 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm 04/09 - 05/02 A personal trainer can help you reach your ﬁ tness goals. PACIFIC EDGE ADULT INDOOR CLIMBING GYM 18 yrs & up 6 days GET FIT! SEMI-PRIVATE This class is the very best way to get into this exciting sport! Build PERSONAL TRAINING PROGRAM 16 yrs & up 8 days a solid foundation of climbing skills and safety procedures. Every- Now is the time to take action and get into the best shape of your thing you need to get comfortable in the vertical world. Class meets life! Semi-private training is a workout program with 2-4 individuals. weekly. This course includes a gym membership and equipment It is very similar to personal training but for a fraction of the cost. for the duration of the class. Rock climbing is an exciting sport that Sign up for semi-private sessions at specified times throughout the challenges your mind while building every muscle in your body! week for workouts that are specifically tailored to your individual Classes are held at Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym. Learn to abilities and goals. This is a great program for people ages 16 and up who want to improve their strength, increase lean muscle, burn climb at a world class facility! No class 4/2. calories and fat, change shape, or just take their health to the next

level. The program offers specific work on cardio conditioning, Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Pacific Edge Staff strength training, toning, and injury prevention while getting the 104 Bronson St #12 $168.00(R)/$213.00(N) individual to reach their full potential. This program includes a private nutrition session with a certified nutritionist to go over a #16155 Tu 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 02/26 - 04/09 nutrition plan that is right for you. It's the new year and a great time #16169 W 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 01/30 - 03/06 to get fit!

Santa Cruz CORE Fitness Gym SC Core Fitness Staff 317 Potrero St. Suite C $149.00(R)/$188.00(N)

#16298 Tu, Th 8:00 am - 9:00 am 01/29 - 02/21 #16299 M, W 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 01/28 - 02/20

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EXERCISE BALL, BANDS AND BEGINNERS 45 & up recommended *11 days/12 days This class will cover beginning exercises for strengthening your core. You will learn how to identify and focus intention on your core muscles through functional exercises, correct form and posture. Breathing and elasticity are also components of the class. Take this as an introduction to Core and Strength Training Intermediate. Kimball Barton is a Certified Personal Trainer and has worked extensively with a wide range of age groups. No class 2/18.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 7 Kimball Barton 301 Center St *$70.00(R)/$85.00(N) $74.00(R)/$90.00(N)

#16280 M, W 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 01/28 - 03/06 #16281 M, W 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 03/11 - 04/17

EXERCISE BALL, BANDS AND BOOMERS 45 & up recommended *11 days/12 days Learn how to engage and train your core; then incorporate using your core all day. We will use exercise balls, bands, floor exercise, pilates and small hand weights in order to accomplish a full body workout. There will be an emphasis on balance and posture. Partici- pants must be able to get up and down off the floor independently. Bring a mat. No class 2/18. Weight training builds bones as well as muscle.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 7 Kimball Barton FREE WEIGHT STRENGTH 301 Center St $70.00(R)/$85.00(N) AND CORE STABILITY 45 & up recommended 12 days $74.00(R)/$90.00(N) Activities of daily living become easier as your core muscles become stronger. This class will engage your core muscles in each exercise. #16278 M, W 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 01/28 - 03/06 You will also obtain the benefits of an exercise program while #16279 M, W 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 03/11 - 04/17 learning the proper techniques in weight training. These exercises deliver great results such as muscle tone and bone density. Par- ticipants must be able to get up and down off the floor independently. Trenise is nationally certified with IFPA (International Fitness Professional Association) and the AFAA (Aerobics & Fitness As- sociation of America). Please bring a mat and elastic bands. A material fee of $18.00 is due to the instructor in the first class if you do not have your own elastic bands.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Trenise Pot 301 Center St $74.00(R)/$90.00(N)

#16282 Tu, Th 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 01/29 - 03/07 #16283 Tu, Th 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 03/12 - 04/18

STATIC STRETCHING 45 & up recommended 12 days Static stretching is the safest way to increase the mobility of a joint. Stretching improves flexibility, releases tension and prevents injuries among other benefits. Please bring a mat and a towel to class. Take this class in conjunction with Free Weight Strength and Core Stability for a full workout.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Trenise Pot 301 Center St $47.00(R)/$58.00(N)

#16284 Tu, Th 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm 01/29 - 03/07 #16285 Tu, Th 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm 03/12 - 04/18 Using an exercise ball helps build balance in addition to strength.

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PRE AND POST-NATAL WATER EXERCISE 18 yrs & up 4 days If you're looking for a fitness routine that will help you stay healthy throughout your pregnancy and after, this is the class for you! Water exercise has the fat-burning, endurance-building aspects, without the impact of land- based exercise. Water also provides the resistance required for strength-building, with no stress on vulnerable joints.The benefits of deep water exercise are numerous, including improvement of strength and cardiovascular fitness, reduction of back pain, decreased edema, and lowered blood pressure.This class will serve the needs of prenatal as well as post-natal exercisers, and is also suitable for anyone with joint considerations, knee or hip replacements or arthritis. It provides an impact-free, safe exercise environment in a 82-degree, heated outdoor pool. Flota- tion belts provided. Gloria Walker has taught pre and post-natal water exercise for eight years, and is certified with AEA (Aquatic Exercise Association), trained and certified through the Red Cross as a lifeguard and is CPR certified. In addition, Gloria is certified in aquatic programming for pregnancy and postpartum. No drop-ins. This is the only class in the entire pool.

Santa Cruz High Pool Gloria Walker Doris Jay and Gloria Walker make water ﬁ tness fun for all levels. 415 Walnut Ave $38.00(R)/$48.00(N) DEEP WATER WORKOUT WITH JAY 18 yrs & up 4 days #16043 Su 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 01/27 - 02/17 This invigorating deep-water fitness class will strengthen body #16044 Su 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 03/03 - 03/24 muscles by emphasizing resistance movements through water. #16045 Su 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 04/07 - 04/28 Flotation belts are worn so concentration can be on toning and #16046 Su 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 05/05 - 05/26 mobility exercises. It’s a balanced class designed to incorporate both core muscle stabilization and water running to focus on heart DEEP WATER RUNNING 18 yrs & up 4 days strength. The use of hand buoys will be added to strengthen arms. This is a dynamic, water-running workout.The class is a high-en- Range of motion and stretching will enhance flexibility and relax- ergy, deep-water running routine focused on cardio strengthening. ation. Exercising in water is a safe way to approach a fitness Emphasis is on body alignment and deep breathing. Be prepared workout without body joint impact. It’s an exciting and fun addition to work hard and reap fitness benefits for a total body-mind con- to your workout routine. Beginning, intermediate, and/or advanced ditioning exercise. This class is appropriate for experienced athletes, students are all welcome! Instructor has 18 years’ experience water exercisers ready to ramp up their water exercise routine or teaching aquatics, is certified by the Aquatic Exercise Association as cross-training. Gloria Walker has taught water aerobics for eight and holds a current CPR certificate. Swimsuit required. Must pre- years. She is certified with AEA (Aquatic Exercise Association), register for this class, no drop-ins. trained and certified through the Red Cross as a lifeguard and is CPR certified. Swimsuit required. Must pre-register for this class, Santa Cruz High Pool Doris Jay no drop-ins. This is the only class in the entire outdoor pool. Fins 415 Walnut Ave $38.00(R)/$48.00(N) are suggested but not required. #16035 Su 10:30 am - 11:30 am 01/27 - 02/17 Santa Cruz High Pool Gloria Walker #16036 Su 10:30 am - 11:30 am 03/03 - 03/24 415 Walnut Ave $38.00(R)/$48.00(N) #16037 Su 10:30 am - 11:30 am 04/07 - 04/28 #16038 Su 10:30 am - 11:30 am 05/05 - 05/26 #16039 Su 9:00 am - 10:00 am 01/27 - 02/17 #16040 Su 9:00 am - 10:00 am 03/03 - 03/24 #16041 Su 9:00 am - 10:00 am 04/07 - 04/28 #16042 Su 9:00 am - 10:00 am 05/05 - 05/26 Interested in Teaching a Class? Do you have a special skill you would like to share? Enjoy teaching? Parks and Recreation is now accepting class proposals for our summer session. Subject areas include Early Registration Encouraged digital media, art, dance, music, fitness, special interest, To avoid class cancellations, please be sure to register at beach and outdoors. least four business days before the start of the class. Proposal forms and applications are available online at www.santacruzparksandrec.com or at our office at 323 Church St. Deadline for proposals is Wednesday, January 9. Call 831-420-5277.

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DISC GOLF FOR BEGINNING AND MAP AND COMPASS INTERMEDIATE PLAYERS 16 yrs & up 6 days NAVIGATION CLASS 16 yrs & up 1 day Learn to play disc golf from professional players! We will cover Learn how to navigate in the backcountry using only map and every aspect of the sport from how to throw accurately to playing compass. You will learn how to read the contour lines of a topo- by the rules. Sessions will offer group and individual instruction graphical map in relation to the surrounding wilderness. Using followed by a round of disc golf with the instructor. Disc golf is a beautiful Monte Bello Open Space Preserve as our field classroom, fun outdoor recreation activity that can be enjoyed by people of all you'll learn how to take a bearing from the terrain and your map, ages. Sign up for this class and be a part of the fastest growing so that you can triangulate your position and plan a route. Treks outdoor sport in the world! and Tracks will provide maps and compass.

San Lorenzo Park Disc Golf Course Dave Thomas Monte Bello Open Space Preserve Treks and Tracks Staff 137 Dakota St $20.00(R)/$25.00(N) Parking Lot $89.00(R)/$110.00(N)

#16235 Sa 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 01/26 - 03/02 #16292 Sa 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 04/06 #16300 Sa 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 04/06 - 05/11 #16293 Sa 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 04/13

TWO-DAY BACKPACKING TRIP IN POINT REYES 18 yrs & up 2 days Join us for what is arguably the finest weekend of backpacking along the entire California coast. An overnight trip meanders through groves of redwood trees and fern-lined canyons. Throughout our trip we cover essential backpacker know-hows, such as: Naviga- tion in the backcountry, wilderness safety protocols, leave no trace principals and the ecology of local flora and fauna.This trip is designed for beginners in moderate physical condition. Treks and Tracks will provide group tents, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, back- pack, water filtration, dinner and breakfast.

Point Reyes Visitor Center Treks and Tracks Staff 1 Bear Valley Rd $329.00(R)/$370.00(N)

#16230 Sa - Su 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 04/20 - 04/21

PINNACLES ROCK CLIMBING 18 yrs & up 2 days This beginning rock climbing course will give you the knowledge, foundation and confidence to climb on rock in the outdoors. Our guides create a comfortable environment which provides first time rock climbers with an exciting experience of climbing in the outdoors. Low teacher to student ratio allows for personalized climbing instruction by our certified rock climbing staff. You will learn concepts of belaying and climbing technique. Treks and Tracks will provide all necessary climbing gear.

Pinnacles National Monument Treks and Tracks Staff Bear Gulch Parking Lot $105.00(R)/$131.00(N)

#16227 Sa 9:30 am - 1:30 pm 04/27 #16311 Su 9:30 am - 1:30 pm 04/28

Climbing the Pinnacles is an exciting and inspiring experience.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF ADULT FLY FISHING – LEVEL II 18 yrs & up 2 days FLY FISHING – LEVEL I 18 yrs & up 2 days This class is a great way for the Level I course fly casters to con- We will go over the basics and move on from there. We’ll cover: tinue to develop their skills or for other fly casters to get rid of their rods, reels, line, knots and flies and the who, what, when, where self-taught bad habits. Level II course will develop a solid founda- and why of fly fishing. An indoor classroom session will be held on tion of fly fishing and fly casting skills. Learn to cast smoother, Thursday night, followed by a hands-on session along the San tighter loops for better accuracy and distance. Techniques will be Lorenzo River. This class is fun and challenging. Troy Mayers of used to cast into the wind and to stay out of the trees. We will also Orca Sports Promotions will lead this exciting class. Rods, reels focus on water fishing skills of presentation of the fly above and and supplies provided by the instructor. A material fee of $20.00 is below the surface. Bottom line, this is a fun and informative class. due to the instructor at the first class. It will give you a better chance of catching and releasing a fish on a fly. The first class will be held at Harvey West Clubhouse and Harvey West Park Clubhouse Troy Mayers the Saturday class will be held along the San Lorenzo River. Troy 300-326 Evergreen St $56.00(R)/$67.00(N) Mayers of Orca Sports Promotions will lead this class. Rods, reels and supplies provided by instructor. A material fee of $20.00 is due #16049 Th 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 03/14 - 03/16 to the instructor at the first class. Sa 9:00 am - 1:00 pm #16050 Th 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 04/25 - 04/27 Harvey West Park Clubhouse Troy Mayers Sa 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 300-326 Evergreen St $56.00(R)/$67.00(N)

#16051 Th 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 04/11 - 04/13 Sa 9:00 am - 1:00 pm #16052 Th 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 05/02 - 05/04 Sa 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Birdwatching by kayak allows you to get close to the action.

BIRDWATCHING TOUR FOR FAMILIES 8 yrs & up 1 day Elkhorn Slough virtually vibrates with birds putting on a captivat- ing show of nature as they fly overhead, diving and turning. In a kayak, one can easily view this stunning show in an intimate and unobtrusive manner. We'll explore many birding areas including tidal creeks, grasslands, and oak woodland areas. This slower- paced tour for families and friends requires no previous kayaking experience. Children 17 years and under must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. A material fee of $15.00 per person is due to the instructor in the first class.

Elkhorn Slough Kayak Connection Staff 2370 Highway 1 8-17 yrs: $30.00(R)/$40.00(N) Fly ﬁ shing is a sport that allows you to tune into nature. 18 yrs & up: $52.00(R) /$64.00(N)

#16188 Sa 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 02/23

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FULL MOON PADDLE FOR FAMILIES 5 yrs & up 1 day Join us for the experience of a lifetime as we watch the sun set and the moon rise over the Monterey Bay in Elkhorn Slough all while paddling double sea-kayaks. Our focus for this trip is to enjoy the sunset and the first light of the full moon as it shimmers on the water. We will return to the dock before darkness settles in. This slower- paced tour for families and children requires no previous kayaking experience. Children 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. Please bring a snack and water. A material fee of $20.00 is due to the instructor in class.

Elkhorn Slough Kayak Connection Staff 2370 Highway 1 5-17 yrs: $40.00(R)/$50.00(N) 18 yrs & up: $50.00(R)/$61.00(N) Kids can learn to kayak and appreciate beautiful waterways. #16191 Sa 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 04/06 KELP PICKLING: RIDE THE TIDE IN ELKHORN SLOUGH 8 yrs & up 1 day A DELICIOUS ADVENTURE 10 yrs & up 2 days Come and discover the back waterways of the Elkhorn Slough with Kelp pickling is a wonderful endeavor for the whole family. What a us. With the winds at our backs and the tide pushing us along, we'll great way to enjoy the kelp forest and get a great reward in the effortlessly glide four miles with the currents. With the seals and form of a delicious treat! We will pick a beach noted for a variety otters as our escorts, we'll paddle from the inland waters of the of succulent sea vegetables. Here we will search in tide pools and slough to our destination at the Kayak Connection near Highway 1. by boogie board. We will then return to Adventure Sports Unlim- This slower-paced tour for families and friends requires no previ- ited to pickle as only a family group can do. The pool will be open ous kayaking experience. Children 14 years and under must be for fun. 10-17-year-olds must have an adult/guardian take the class accompanied by an adult chaperone. Please bring lunch and water. with them and must be able to boogie board in the ocean. An A material fee of $15.00 is due to the instructor in the class. ocean-only fishing license is required for collecting. Participants must attend a pre-trip meeting on 4/26. Elkhorn Slough Kayak Connection Staff 2370 Highway 1 8-17 yrs: $34.00(R)/$44.00(N) Adventure Sports Judson & Staff 18 yrs & up: $60.00(R)/$72.00(N) 303 Potrero St 15 10-17 yrs: $40.00(R)/$50.00(N) 18 yrs & up: $70.00(R)/$85.00(N) #16189 Sa 9:00 am - 11:00 am 03/09 #16185 F 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 04/26 Su 7:00 am - 2:00 pm 04/28

SEAFOOD FORAGING FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS 6 yrs & up 2 days Winter is a divine season for tide pools and collecting from the sea. The north coast crescents of white sand beaches are gorgeous and uncrowded. Our objective will be to collect mussels and goose barnacles: barbequed, steamed, in pastas and on the half shell. In addition, we will use sea vegetables in wonderful salads, pickled and blanched with butter and dill. Ingredients for our feast will be assigned to the students since this is an environmental cooking course. Children ages 6-17-years-old must have an adult/guardian take the class with them. An ocean-only fishing license is required for collecting. Participants must attend a pre-trip meeting on 3/8.

Adventure Sports Dennis Judson 303 Potrero St 15 6-17 yrs: $40.00(R)/$50.00(N) 18 yrs & up: $70.00(R)/$85.00(N)

#16186 F 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 03/08 Su 12:00 am - 6:00 pm 03/10

Kayaking is a fun activity for the whole family.

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INTRODUCTION TO STAND-UP PADDLING 12 yrs & up 1 day Come discover the thrill of stand-up paddleboarding! SUP is the fastest growing water sport in the world because it's incredibly fun, easy to learn, and a great workout. Classes are lead by Covewa- ter's friendly and experienced SUP instructors whose professional instruction will have you loving the sport in no time. We'll provide you with a stand-up paddleboard, paddle, and a wetsuit (if desired). We'll paddle the serene waters of the picturesque Santa Cruz Harbor amongst the harbor seals and sea otters. You’ll learn all the basics you need: stance, paddling technique, turning and more. We'll also email pictures of you enjoying your time on the water. A material fee of $30.00 is due to the instructor on the class date. Visit http://covewatersup.com/parksandrec

Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor Covewater SUP Staff Dock FF $29.00(R)/$39.00(N)

#16134 Sa 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 05/18

STAND-UP PADDLING FOR FITNESS FOR WOMEN 14 yrs & up 2 days This women's two-part class will focus on building core strength using stand-up paddling as the medium. Get outdoors and explore the waters of Santa Cruz while working on balance and stamina, toning your legs, arms and abs. In the beginning, students will learn how to handle a stand-up paddleboard, paddling techniques as well as turning and balancing skills. Throughout the course, we will be conducting our workouts with seals, otters and a fantastic view of the coastline. A material fee of $24.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff 413 Lake Ave $48.00(R)/$59.00(N)

#16192 Th 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 05/16 - 05/23 #16193 Su 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 05/12 - 05/19 Taking a stand-up paddleboarding class is the best way to learn!

SURFING FOR BEGINNERS 10 yrs & up 2 days This class takes you through the basics of ocean safety, paddling, wave knowledge, riding and etiquette. The class is taught by instructors from the Richard Schmidt Surf School Inc. All classes will meet at Cowell Beach Surf Shop.Surfboards are provided, wetsuits can be rented for $15.00 per class. Please call ahead with your height, weight and class number to reserve a suit if needed at 831-423-0928.

Cowell Beach Surf Shop Richard Schmidt Surf School Beach St $80.00(R)/$98.00(N)

#16331 Sa - Su 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 04/06 - 04/07 #16332 Sa - Su 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm 05/04 - 05/05 #16333 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 05/18 - 05/19

Stand-up paddleboarding is fun, easy to learn and a great workout.

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BOOST YOUR BUSINESS BOOST YOUR BUSINESS WITH SOCIAL MEDIA 18 yrs & up 1 day PLAN YOUR NEW WEBSITE 18 yrs & up 1 day This overview social media class teaches the basics and gives tips Ready for a new website? Let's do some pre-planning before you on using the most popular tools. The focus will be on the most hire a web developer. In this class we will explore how to get ready popular tools, including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Google+, and effectively for your new website. Topics include: design, brand, blogging. You’ll learn how to better promote your website and how voice, navigation, information architecture, content, Content Man- to save time. There will be plenty of time for Q&A. Co-instructor agement Systems (CMS), Search Engine Optimization (SEO), how Karen Kefauver (http://karenkefauver.com) is a journalist & social to select a web designer/developer, and more. We will also review media pro. Co-instructor Sara Isenberg (http://saraisenberg.com) a comprehensive checklist to prepare for your online presence. is a web consultant & project manager who helps clients plan & There will be plenty of time for Q&A. Instructor Sara Isenberg is a manage web, social media, and email marketing projects. web consultant & project manager who helps clients plan and manage web, social media, and email marketing projects. Visit NextSpace Meeting Room Sara Isenberg http://saraisenberg.com. 101 Cooper St Karen Kefauver $79.00(R)/$97.00(N) NextSpace Meeting Room Sara Isenberg 101 Cooper St $79.00(R)/$97.00(N) #16289 Tu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 01/29 #16287 Tu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 03/12 BOOST YOUR BUSINESS WITH FACEBOOK ADS 18 yrs & up 1 day BOOST YOUR NONPROFIT’S REACH Considering jumping into Facebook advertising but not sure wheth- WITH SOCIAL MEDIA 18 yrs & up 1 day er it’s the right step? This class will include: How to get started, how Social Media is changing the nonprofit world. Social Media is a Facebook Advertising works, how to ensure a return on your invest- strong and effective way to promote your mission, expand your ment, what’s the difference between buying a Google Ad vs a reach, and communicate with volunteers, donors, and the entire Facebook Ad, how to monitor and track results. There will be plenty community. Come find out why your nonprofit can't afford to be left of time for Q&A. Co-instructor Kathryn Gorges (http://thesocialmar- behind. This class will cover all the basics of how your nonprofit ketingdiva.com) is a business marketing strategist, speaker, and can harness the most popular social media tools, including Face- teacher. Co-instructor Sara Isenberg (http://saraisenberg.com) is a book, Twitter, YouTube, and more. There will be plenty of time for web consultant and project manager who helps clients plan & man- Q&A. Co-instructor Danny Keith is the Executive Director/CEO/ age web, social media, and email marketing projects. Founder of Grind Out Hunger (http://grindouthunger.org) and Chief Development Officer for Second Harvest Food Bank (http://www. NextSpace Meeting Room Sara Isenberg thefoodbank.org). Co-instructor Sara Isenberg (http://saraisenberg. 101 Cooper St Kathryn Gorges com) is a web consultant and project manager who helps clients $79.00(R)/$97.00(N) plan & manage web, social media, and email marketing projects.

#16288 Tu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 02/12 NextSpace Meeting Room Sara Isenberg 101 Cooper St Danny Keith BOOST YOUR BUSINESS $79.00(R)/$97.00(N) WITH PINTEREST 18 yrs & up 1 day With millions of online eyes turning to Pinterest (the next big thing #16290 Tu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 03/19 in social media) now is the time to make an informed decision on including Pinterest in your social media strategy. This class will in- BEGINNING ARDUINO 16 yrs & up 2 days clude: What is Pinterest, how to get started, why is it so effective for Join the Maker revolution! Arduino prototyping platforms are in- retailers, how to turn Pinterest users into customers, and why Pinter- tended for artists, designers, hobbyists, and anyone interested in est is also great for hobbyists, crafters, and other collectors of online creating interactive objects or environments. Arduino is a way to eye-candy. There will be plenty of time for Q&A. Co-instructor Lydia give a computer eyes and ears, a door to physical programming. Snider (http://lydiasnider.com) is a business consultant, speaker, Examples of things you can make are an adjustable strobe or teacher, and writer with a particular focus on the kitesurfing industry. electronic finger flute. After the basics, move on to robotics! Stu- Co-instructor Sara Isenberg (http://saraisenberg.com) is a web dents have made robots that can climb trees. Other students cre- consultant and project manager who helps clients plan and manage ated robots that can sense each other when racing. Set your web, social media, and email marketing projects. imagination free with Arduino!

NextSpace Meeting Room Sara Isenberg Art DuJour Gallery Classroom Art duJour Staff 101 Cooper St Lydia Snider 1013 Cedar St $150.00(R)/$189.00(N) $79.00(R)/$97.00(N) #16228 Su 11:00 am - 2:00 pm 02/03 - 02/10 #16291 Tu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 02/26 #16229 Su 11:00 am - 2:00 pm 04/07 - 04/14

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BEGINNING IPAD 18 yrs & up 1 day INTRODUCTION TO This class is for the new or novice user and covers the basics of DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 16 yrs & up 6 days the iPad. Focus will be on email, basic editing, keyboard shortcuts, In this class we will take you beyond the “point and shoot”mode and web surfing and the App Store to download apps, music, books will teach you how to unleash the creativity in your digital camera. and magazines. Users are required to have an Apple ID set up You will become familiar with all your camera settings including prior to the class. Doreen Lozano has over 25 years of experience aperture, shutter speed, ISO setting, resolution, flash and white in technical support, education and consulting on various com- balance. We will also decode all those “creative” settings on your puter platforms and devices, specializing in Apple products. digital cameras. Once you are confident with all your cameras tricks we can move on to taking better pictures. Composition, exposure, Cruzio Conference Room Doreen Lozano lighting and subject matter will then be explored. Finally, after you 877 Cedar St Suite 150 $70.00(R)/$85.00(N) have lots of great pictures, we will learn how to create an efficient digital work flow and archive and print those images. A material fee #16152 Th 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 02/07 of $20.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR IPAD 18 yrs & up 1 day Tannery Arts Center Studio #322 Geoffrey Nelson This class is for people who have an iPad that they have been 1050 River St $95.00(R)/$118.00(N) using for a while and would like to understand more about their devices. You will learn about the features available on the iPad, #16242 W 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 01/30 - 03/06 including some fun tips about the iPad keyboard, how to navigate web pages effectively, how to download apps, iBooks and iTunes. INTERMEDIATE DIGITAL You will also learn how to download photos to your iPad, receive PHOTOGRAPHY 16 yrs & up 6 days email, and use the built-in calendar, address book and much more. In this class we will take a basic knowledge of digital photography This class will be partly lecture and partly a hands-on workshop, and go to the next level. You will learn the fun things you can do with using your own iPad. Users are required to have an Apple ID set the camera like shortened depth of field, motion blur, deliberate over up prior to the class. Doreen Lozano has over 25 years of experi- exposure and under exposure, graininess, and macro photography. ence in technical support, education and consulting on various We will then work with different types of lighting including your own computer platforms and devices, specializing in Apple products. camera flash and other techniques to get a unique look. Next we will take those images into the computer and learn how to use the Cruzio Conference Room Doreen Lozano basic tools of Photoshop to further enhance your vision. You will also 877 Cedar St Suite 150 $80.00(R)/$98.00(N) learn selective focus, black and white, dodging and burning, color balance and layers. Finally we will print out a beautiful, color cor- #16153 Sa 10:30 am - 1:30 pm 05/04 rected image. A material fee of $20.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. IPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP 16 yrs & up 1 day Tannery Arts Center Studio #322 Geoffrey Nelson This workshop will teach you how to take great pictures with your 1050 River St $95.00(R)/$118.00(N) phone! We will cover the basics of the phone, including focus and exposure lock, zooming and flash. Photo apps will then be reviewed #16240 W 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 03/13 - 04/17 and evaluated using basic tools. We will then bring the image into iPhoto where it can be further enhanced and printed. INTRODUCTION TO IPHOTO DIGITAL EDITING 16 yrs & up 2 days Tannery Arts Center Studio #322 Geoffrey Nelson You probably have a great collection of photos and videos in your 1050 River St $70.00(R)/$85.00(N) iPhoto or Aperture program just waiting for you to work them into wonderful re-worked pictures and videos to share with your friends #16239 Sa 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 02/02 and family. We will cover basic editing, cropping and printing. We will also touch upon using iPhoto for building an iBook and how to TAKE GREAT PORTRAITS 16 yrs & up 2 days transfer your digital images for printed use. This is a great way to This two-day workshop will teach you the basics of taking great explore the powerful functionality of your photography software portraits. We will cover shooting in black and white and color, and create lasting, artistic photos! choosing a proper focal length lens and exposure tips. Working both indoors and out, you will become comfortable with different Art DuJour Gallery Classroom Art duJour Staff backgounds that enhance your model. We will also work with on 1013 Cedar St $80.00(R)/$98.00(N) and off camera flash and different types of light sources. You will also learn simple Photoshop tricks to enhance your portrait. #16206 Th 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 03/21 - 03/28

Tannery Arts Center Studio #322 Geoffrey Nelson 1050 River St $80.00(R)/$98.00(N)

#16241 Sa - Su 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 03/23 - 03/24

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ACTING AND MOVEMENT 16 yrs & up 8 days THE COOK’S WORKSHOP 18 yrs & up 6 days Want to learn the basics of acting in a fun, supportive and playful Learn the essential basic techniques for creating great-tasting, well environment? This beginning level acting class will teach the fun- executed meals every time! We will learn safe and efficient knife damentals of acting for the stage while helping participants to feel techniques; practice basic cooking methods: saute, bake, poach, more engaged, confident and present in their daily lives. We will etc; explore the use of fresh herbs, spices, vinegar and oils to use acting games, improvisation, movement exercises, partner enhance the flavor and balance of your recipes. We will create and group activities, scenes and monologues to engage the body, sauces from pesto to fruit, coulis to buerre blanc. Each week you voice and imagination. Come dressed to move and have fun! will practice your new skills with a partner and cook both savory and sweet recipes to eat in class. There is a material fee of $120.00 Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 1 Dor Cosby Atkinson due to the instructor in the first class. 301 Center St $92.00(R)/$114.00(N) Circle Church Kitchen Julie Villaire #16236 Tu 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 01/29 - 03/19 111 Errett Circle $70.00(R)/$85.00(N)

CHINESE 18 yrs & up 6 days #16204 Th 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm 02/21 - 03/28 Learn the Mandarin Chinese language. Students will learn new #16205 Th 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm 04/18 - 05/23 words and to make simple sentences for basic conversation. Stu- dents will learn through lecture, conversation, and audio tapes. A MEDITERRANEAN WINES 21 yrs & up 4 days material fee of $5.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. This class explores the major wine-producing countries around the Mediterranean Sea: Spain, France, Italy, and Greece. It will look Harbor High School H9 Ling Ling Wan at the different cultures involved in wine production, as well as the 300 La Fonda Ave $47.00(R)/$58.00(N) key grape varieties, blends, and the styles made. Prior wine knowledge is not necessary but would be helpful. There is a material fee #16063 Tu 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 01/29 - 03/05 of $100.00 due to the instructor in the first class. You will be tasting between five and six wines per class plus cheese and bread. In addition, participants will take home handouts each night. Please bring three wine glasses to each class.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Marcella Newhouse 301 Center St $56.00(R)/$67.00(N)

#16144 Th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 04/25 - 05/16

SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK TOUR 18 yrs & up 1 day Celebrate the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s 105th year of operation with an extraordinary behind-the-scenes tour of the his- toric seaside amusement park. During the tour, you will have the rare opportunity to go under the Boardwalk to learn the unique history, fun facts, and little known tidbits about one of California's premier tourist attractions. Santa Cruz locals should not miss out on this great opportunity! This program is hosted by the Santa Cruz The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is full of fun and surprises. Learn about Beach Boardwalk with registration fees benefitting the Parks and them on a walking tour. Recreation Department. Tour does not include Beach Boardwalk ride pass or parking. Please note that this tour is for adults 18 years or older and begins at Entrance 2 in front of the Season Pass/ Group Sales Office.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Boardwalk Staff Guest Services – Entrance #2 $20.00(R)/$25.00(N) 400 Beach St

#16132 Sa 9:30 am - 11:30 am 04/13 #16133 Sa 9:30 am - 11:30 am 05/11

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The City of Santa Cruz Commission for the Prevention of Violence Against Women invites women and girls to take a self-defense class. Women and girls of all abilities are welcome! Wear comfortable clothes. Advance registration is required through Parks and Recreation (see page 3, Policies) Course will be cancelled if minimum registration requirements are not reached. Small fee for most classes - no one turned away for lack of funds. Call 831-420-5363 for financial assistance.

Girls & Women Allies Women 18 yrs & up

SELF-DEFENSE GIRLS & WOMEN ALLIES 8 yrs & up 3 days SELF-DEFENSE BEGINNING CLASS This class welcomes girls 8-12 years old WITH their women allies FOR WOMEN 18 yrs & up 4 days (mothers, aunts, grandmothers, sisters, older friends) to attend a This comprehensive class addresses assertiveness, body language, 3-week course. This class addresses assertiveness, the power of awareness, the power of the voice and physical self-defense tech- the voice, and some physical self-defense techniques for girls in niques. Registration closed after the first class. a safe and fun environment. Registration closed after the first class. Note: Parent/Guardian signature required on additional Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 1 waiver at first class. 301 Center St $15.00(R)/$45.00(N)

Depot Park Freight Building #16321 Tu 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 01/22 - 02/12 119 Center St $5.00(R)/$15.00(N) #16322 Tu 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 04/23 - 05/14

#16303 Su 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 01/27 - 02/10 SELF-DEFENSE WOMEN’S #16304 Sa 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 04/20 - 05/04 BEGINNING WORKSHOP 18 yrs & up 2 days This two week workshop for women includes assertiveness, bound- Teen Women ary setting, verbal and some physical techniques. A great introduction to self-defense or a review of the comprehensive beginning SELF-DEFENSE FOR TEEN WOMEN 13 - 17 yrs 4 days class. Registration closed after first class. The course addresses assertiveness, body language, the power of the voice and physical self-defense techniques for teen women. Depot Park Freight Building Registration closed after first class. Note: Parent/Guardian signa- 119 Center St $10.00(R)/$25.00(N) ture required on additional waiver at first class. Please plan time to complete this paperwork. #16305 Su 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 01/27 - 02/03

#16306 Sa 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 04/20 - 04/27 Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 1 301 Center St $5.00(R)/$15.00(N) #16307 Tu 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 01/22 - 02/12 #16308 Tu 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 04/23 - 05/14

“I recommend these classes because they are so empowering and conﬁ dence-building!”

“There is important information in these classes for all ages.”

“Leonie is an amazing teacher!” – 2012 Students

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Little Guards & Junior Lifeguards Not a Learn-to-Swim Program SPRING PREPARATION All Junior Guard and Little Guard registrants MUST KNOW HOW TO SWIM to participate. Daily workouts include running, ocean swimming and training for beach competition events. The Junior Guard program requires participants to willingly swim a minimum of 200 to 300 yards in the open ocean, run a minimum of 500 yards and participate in paddling races and other beach competitions daily. The Little Guard program requires daily participation in entering and exiting through ocean waves and conditioning activities including calisthenics, running and beach games. Swimming areas are subject to change due to tide, weather and environmental conditions.

RECOMMENDED PREPARATION AND SKILL LEVELS Little Guards: Practice swimming 25 yards continuously and treading water for one minute in the ocean. Passing Red Cross Swimmer Level 4 class and up is strongly encouraged.

Junior Guards: Practice swimming a minimum of 200 yards continuously (8 laps) and treading water for three minutes in the ocean. Passing Red Cross Swimmer Level 6 class is strongly recommended.

SUMMER REGISTRATION INFORMATION Participants may enroll in Junior Lifeguards and Little Guards beginning Saturday, April 13. See Summer Activity Guide available in late March for registration details. Please note: no refunds will be issued should your child choose not to participate once each session has started. See page 3 for refund and transfer policies.

JG BOOSTER CLUB Volunteers are needed to help with sweatshirt sales, local competitions, the Regional JG competition, snacks, raffle prizes, fund-raising and the JG banquet. To subscribe to the JG Booster email list send a blank message to: SCJG_Boosters-subscribe@yahoogroups. com. For more information visit www.cityofsantacruz.com/index. aspx?page=545.

UPCOMING JOB OPPORTUNITIES Visit http://www.cityofsantacruz.com/index.aspx?page=334 for information on the following positions:

Beach Lifeguard I & II (summer only) Jr. Guard Instructor I (summer only) Beach Lieutenant (summer only)

Jr. Guards make new friends on the beach and grow more conﬁ dent in the water.

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All CAPTAIN CORPS candidates must submit all of the Beach Classes

following materials at the time of tryouts: WOMEN'S BEGINNER SURFING CLINIC 13 yrs & up 2 days This is a two-day introduction-to-surfing clinic designed with the 1. At least one letter of recommendation from a non- beginning woman surfer in mind. Each participant will learn about family member who has knowledge of their capabili ties and character. ocean awareness, surf breaks, ocean conditions, safety in and out 2. CityServe Jr. Volunteer Application and CityServe of the water, surf etiquette, paddling, push up and pop up techniques Release of Liability forms. as well as balancing. All students will start out in the shallow water 3. Swim test waiver signed by a parent or guardian. riding the whitewash until they are comfortable with venturing further 4. Copy of valid state ID or DL card. out. This class is taught by instructors from GirlsAdventureOut Surf School (www.adventureout.com). We provide a non-threatening Materials are available at www.santacruzparksandrec.com environment for the beginning surfer. Come have fun learning how (see Beaches) or at Parks and Recreation, 323 Church St. to surf and explore the wonders of surfing with our experienced team of instructors! Wetsuits and surfboards are provided. Class meets at Cowell's Beach by the Santa Cruz Wharf. CAPTAIN CORPS I 15 - 17 yrs 8 wks CAPTAIN CORPS II 16 - 17 yrs (Returning Captains Only) Cowell Beach Adventure Out Staff Captain Corps is a volunteer program for 15-17-year-old boys and Beach St $175.00(R)/$223.00(N) girls who must have a minimum of one season experience as a participant in the Santa Cruz Junior Lifeguard Program. Captain #16130 Sa - Su 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm 05/04 - 05/05 Corps are volunteers who function as role models for the Junior Guard and Little Guard participants and assist program instructors ADULT BEACH VOLLEYBALL 18 yrs & up 5 days with providing aquatic safety through participation, education and Beach Volleyball is action-packed fun in the sun! Learn how to play a positive learning environment. Captain Corps is a Regional Oc- on Main Beach from the instructor famous for making it fun and cupational Program (ROP) and participants are eligible to receive challenging. Each class is very active and emphasizes skill devel- up to six high school elective credits. 35 hours = One credit. Each opment, improvement and healthy, competitive play. A material fee Captain must commit to volunteering a minimum of 20 hours per of $2.00 is due to the instructor at the first class.These Intermedi- week per session (June 19 - July 16 and/or July 22 - August 16). ate/Advanced classes are for the serious player who has mastered Uniform T-shirt provided. Captain Corps members must wear black trunks or swimsuits. basic skills and wants to participate in more advanced systems of play. Each class will introduce new and challenging situations along CAPTAIN CORPS II TRYOUTS (Returning Captains Only) with conditioning, rules, and competitive play. No class 4/17. Captain Corps II was developed for 16 - 17-year-olds who want a more in-depth experience in public safety and USLA beach Volleyball Court 07 Phil Kaplan lifeguarding. Four Captain Corps II volunteers will be selected. Beach St $65.00(R)/$79.00(N) The tryout test is more stringent for Captain Corps II candidates. Morning workouts, volunteering at Junior Guard competitions, #16122 W 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 03/13 - 04/10 volunteering for Fire Department, Marine Safety Division (sitting #16123 W 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 04/24 - 05/22 towers, ride-alongs on the beach and at the Fire Station) are part of the program. BASIC SAILING & SEAMANSHIP 18 yrs & up 2 days Tryouts: March 2 or 9 at 9 am, meet at LGHQ on the wharf.1000 This two-day course will teach you the fundamentals of sailing and meter swim in 20 minutes or less, a run-swim-run (400-400-400) seamanship on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. A in 10 minutes or less and 2000 meter paddle in 15 minutes or less. total of 12 hours (two 6-hr. days) of hands-on instruction will provide Interviews: Candiates who successfully pass the physical tryout you with the skills and confidence you need to safely skipper or will be asked to schedule an interview the following day (Sundays crew a 27' to 30' tiller sailboat in light to moderate wind and sea March 3 or March 10). conditions. The Basic Sailing and Seamanship course is the first Mandatory Training: Captain Corps II training TBA, which includes two days of our 8-day, American Sailing Association Certification a FREE, CPR PRO re-cert class and a Title-22 class if space allows. program taught by USCG licensed Captains. Classes are for par- Additional training on Tuesday, June 18, 8 am - 12 pm. ticipants 18 years and older. Life jackets provided. Please visit www.pacificsail.com. CAPTAIN CORPS I TRYOUTS: Saturday, May 11, 9 am, Lifeguard Headquarters - 500-meter ocean swim in 10 minutes or less. Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor Pacific Yachting & Sailing Staff Interviews: Candidates who successfully pass the physical tryout Pacific Yachting - Dock FF $190.00(R)/$245.00(N) will be asked to schedule an interview that day, May 11, starting at 11 am at the Parks and Recreation Office, 323 Church St. #16312 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 04/06 - 04/07 Mandatory Training: Tuesday, June 18, 8 am - 12 pm and a FREE #16313 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 04/20 - 04/21 CPR PRO class in May or June will be scheduled. #16314 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 05/04 - 05/05 Captain Corps I applicants MUST pay and register in their ap- #16315 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 05/18 - 05/19 propriate age group for Junior Guards (A’s or AA’s) to participate in tryouts. Successful candidates will receive a refund if selected as a Captain Corps I.

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TENNIS BEGINNING 7 - 12 yrs/18 yrs & up 4 hrs For those with no prior instruction or little playing experience. In- termediate players also welcome. Instruction will include the forehand, backhand, serve, volley, and court etiquette. Come join the fun and learn tennis in a supportive and friendly learning environment. Please bring a racket to class. A $5.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the first class.

Santa Cruz High Tennis Courts Cal Honda 415 Walnut Ave $67.00(R)/$81.00(N)

#16258 7-12 yrs M, W 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 04/01 - 04/03 #16259 7-12 yrs Tu, Th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 04/02 - 04/04 #16260 7-12 yrs Sa 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 04/13 - 05/04 #16261 18 & up Sa 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 04/06 - 04/27 #16262 18 & up Sa 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 05/04 - 05/25 #16263 18 & up Sa 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 06/01 - 06/08

TENNIS SPRING CAMP 7 - 12 yrs 3 days This high-energy spring break tennis camp will emphasize fun. Two-hour sessions will allow plenty of time for drills, games, and match play. Instruction will include forehand, backhand, serve, and volley. No prior tennis experience is required. All playing levels are welcome. A material fee of $5.00 is due to the instructor at the first class meeting.

Santa Cruz High Tennis Courts Cal Honda Ready, set, swing your way to a great golf game. 415 Walnut Ave $90.00(R)/$117.00(N) GOLF BEGINNING 18 yrs & up 4 days #16264 M - W 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 04/01 - 04/03 This introductory golf class is perfect for those who are interested #16265 W - F 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 04/03 - 04/05 in an overview of the game. Classes will cover driving, chipping, putting, and basic rules and etiquette. Clubs are provided by the instructor. Participants will have time on the putting green and PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE TENNIS LESSONS driving range. A $4.00 material fee is due each class for reduced City of Santa Cruz tennis instructor, Cal Honda is available price range balls. for private lessons. Call Cal at 831-420-5270 to schedule a private lesson. 1 - 2 students: $65.00; 3 students $66.00; DeLaveaga Driving Range DeLaveaga Golf Instructor 4 students $68.00. Upper Park Rd $80.00(R)/$98.00(N)

#16267 Tu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 03/05 - 03/26 #16268 Tu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 04/02 - 04/23 #16269 Tu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 04/30 - 05/21

GOLF INTERMEDIATE 18 yrs & up 4 days For those with a minimum of one full year of experience playing golf, or that have graduated from the Beginning Golf class. Class- es will take place at the driving range and at the practice green. Classes at the range will cover pre-shot routine, aiming and alignment, ball position, ball flight laws, equipment and technology. Classes at the practice green will include short game techniques for putting, chipping and pitching.

DeLaveaga Driving Range DeLaveaga Golf Instructor Upper Park Rd $80.00(R)/$98.00(N)

#16272 Th 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 03/07 - 03/28 #16273 Th 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 04/04 - 04/25 #16274 Th 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 05/02 - 05/23 Tennis camp is a great way to get started or get better at this popular sport.

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Adult Sports Leagues League Availability - League fees subject to change. The City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of Adult Sports leagues, including softball, basketball and SPRING 2013 soccer. In order to register, you may print the roster and league Early Bird Reg. Play Begins Leagues information from the Parks and Recreation website on the sports Discount Fee Week of leagues page. Next, return the manager’s card, signed roster/waiver form along with proofs of residency and pay the registration fee. Early Bird Discount 1/15/13. Registration 1/15 - 1/24/13 Returning teams must have 55% of last year’s players in order to Basketball - Men’s $420 $460 02/10/13 receive first day priority. Detailed information sheets are available at www.santacruzparksandrec.com and at the Parks and Recreation Basketball - Women’s $420 $460 02/10/13 Office at 323 Church Street. Early Bird Discount 2/5/13. Registration 2/5 - 2/14/13 Softball - Men’s Slow $510 $570 03/03/13 Softball - Women’s Slow $510 $570 03/03/13 Softball - CoRec Slow $425 $485 03/03/13 SUMMER 2013 Early Bird Reg. Play Begins Leagues Discount Fee Week of Early Bird Discount 4/30/13. Registration 4/30 - 5/9/13 Basketball - Men’s $420 $460 06/17/13 Basketball - Women’s $420 $460 06/17/13 Soccer - Women’s $420 $460 06/17/13 Early Bird Discount 5/14/13. Registration 5/14 - 5/30/13 Softball - Men’s Slow $510 $570 06/17/13 Softball - Women’s Slow $510 $570 06/17/13 Softball - Men’s Fast $525 $585 06/17/13 Joining a soccer league enhances skills and teamwork. Softball - CoRec Slow $425 $485 06/17/13 Spring Leagues FALL 2013 SOFTBALL: The spring softball program consists of slow pitch Early Bird Play Reg. leagues for both men and women who are no longer in high school Leagues Discount Begins Fee and at least 18 years of age. Teams are classified in leagues B, C, 8/13/13 Week of D and E according to ability of play. Co-Rec leagues are available Registration 8/14 - 8/23/13 (8/30/13 for softball) in the spring on Sunday evenings. Softball - Men’s Slow $510 $570 09/23/13 LEAGUE FORMAT: Ten games will be played during the course of a Softball - Women’s Slow $510 $570 09/23/13 regular season, plus playoffs for the top four teams. A maximum of 6 teams will be allowed into each league. Note: The department may Softball - CoRec Slow $425 $485 09/23/13 reassign teams to new leagues in order to balance league play. Basketball - Men’s $420 $460 09/09/13 GAME PLAY: WHEN: Sunday through Friday evenings Basketball - Women’s $420 $460 09/09/13 WHERE: DeLaveaga Park Soccer - Women’s $420 $460 09/09/13 TIMES: 6:30, 7:45 and 9:00 pm WINTER 2014 Early Bird Play INTERESTED IN BECOMING AN OFFICIAL? Reg. Leagues Discount Begins The Sports Department is hiring enthusiastic, knowledgeable Fee sports officials for softball, basketball and soccer. Flexible 11/12/13 Week of schedules available. Officials needed year-round. Earn from Registration 11/12 - 11/26/13 $16.50 - $27 per game (depending on the sport). For more information on joining the City of Santa Cruz sports official Soccer - Women’s $420 $460 01/05/14 team, email [email protected].

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Upcoming Events Tickets are available at the Civic Box Ofﬁ ce, SantaCruzTickets. com or by calling 831-420-5260. All prices include service charge.

Wednesday and Thursday, January 16 & 17, 2013, 7:00 pm: Menopause The Musical. Come join our sisterhood! Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 in the aisles! See what millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for over 10 years! Tickets can be purchased at www.santacruzcivic.com SantaCruzTickets.com, the Civic Box Office or by calling 831- 831-420-5240 420-5260. The Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium is celebrating over 70 years of outstanding contributions to cultural and civic life in Santa Cruz. Dedicated in 1940, the Civic Auditorium has something for everyone: hosting meetings, expos, private parties and concerts.

From the H.H. Dalai Lama to Bob Dylan, it's happening at the Civic! 2012 touring artists appearing at the Civic included Gabriel Iglesias, Chris Renee’s Homecoming, Nikki Giovani, Social Distortion, The Shins, Primus, Daniel Tosh, Bonnie Raitt, Jane’s Addiction and Bill Maher.

The Civic could host your special event. Reserve as much space as you want; one conference room for an hour or the entire auditorium for a week. Call 831-420-5240 to make a reservation today!

Civic Box Office: SantaCruzTickets.com 831-420-5260

“Menopause The Musical “ promises to be a fun show. Get your tickets for events at the Civic and other local events at SantaCruzTickets.com. Saturday, January 26, 2013, 8:00 pm: Santa Cruz Symphony Concert 3: Around the World. See Symphony info box next page. In a unique collaboration, the City of Santa Cruz and UC Santa Cruz have created a joint ticketing system to sell tickets Wednesday, February 6, 2013, 7:00 pm: MLK Jr. Convocation for events taking place at the Civic Auditorium, on campus, with Bob Moses. Bob Moses is a Harvard-trained educator who and throughout the community. was a leader in the 1960s civil rights movement. Born in Harlem in 1935, Moses studied philosophy at Harvard and began teach- Santa Cruz Tickets is designed as a comprehensive com- ing at the Horace Mann School in Manhattan in 1958. He began munity ticket office from which patrons can buy tickets to working with civil rights activists in 1960, eventually becoming a most local performances and events through one source, leading figure in the movement. In 1982, he received a MacArthur either online at www.santacruztickets.com or in person at the Fellowship. He used the fellowship money to create the Algebra City’s Civic Auditorium Box Office or the UCSC Ticket Office. Project, a nonprofit devoted to improving minority education in math. This event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30pm. Visit SantaCruzTickets.com to see a list of events on sale now, or visit the Civic Box Office at 307 Church Street. Hours are Saturday and Sunday, February 16 & 17, 2013, 9:00 am: 2nd Tuesday - Friday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm and Saturday, 10:00 All Star Tournament. The All Star #2 Tournament will be a Bra- am - 1:30 pm. Phone 831-420-5260. zilian Jiu Jitsu Tournament for all belt levels in the Kids, Juvenile, Adult, Female, Master and Senior divisions. This world-class Jiu Jitsu tournament will bring competitors from all around the world to the Santa Cruz Civic. Please visit www.claudiofrancabjj.com for more information.

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One of these conductors will be the Join the Santa Cruz County Symphony’s Symphony’s next Maestro! Search by the Sea!

The Symphony is auditioning five guest conductors this season to find a new Maestro. You are invited to come, listen and cast your vote for your favorite!

Saturday, January 26, 2013, 8:00 pm: Santa Cruz Sym- phony Concert 3: Around the World. In this concert, Dr. Diane Wittry, Music Director of the Allentown Symphony, takes audiences on a musical tour that spans the globe - from Austria to Appalachia to the Caribbean - and three centuries - from Mozart’s joyous Marriage of Figaro Overture written in 1786 to Miguel Del Aguila’s “Conga” written in 1994. The Daniel Stewart Diane Wittry Robert Tomaro concert also features the South Korean dynamo, Yoonie Han, performing Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto. Ticket prices range from $20 - $65. Discounts available to seniors 65+ and students with valid ID. Visit SantaCruzSymphony. org or call 831-420-5260.

Sunday, March 3, 2013, 2:00 pm: Santa Cruz Symphony Family Concert: Imagination Takes Flight. Playing music well takes a lot of imagination. This year’s Family Concert shows how creativity and music go hand in hand. Explore the wide world of music with ZunZun, the Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre, Watsonville Taiko Drummers, the Santa County Anthony Quartuccio, Jr. Rebecca Miller Youth Symphony and the talented Linda Arnold. Bring an open mind and let your imagination soar! Tickets are $12.49 Adults, $10.50 Children. Visit SantaCruzSymphony.org or call 831-420-5260.

Saturday, March 23, 2013, 8:00 pm: Santa Cruz Symphony Concert 4: Transcendence. Enjoy charismatic, young conductor Daniel Stewart leading performances of Ros- Tuesday, April 9, 2013, Time TBD: Project Homeless Connect. sini’s timeless and playful overture to The Barber of Seville Volunteers from all walks of life reach out to people experiencing and Bruch’s passionate, thrillingly virtuosic Violin Concerto homelessness during this day-long event. Organizations, busi- featuring rising star Francesca dePasquale. This program nesses and community members offer a variety of services such as concludes with Brahms’ transcendent Second Symphony. healthcare, legal aid, house assistance, job opportunities, benefits For ticket information see January 26th listing above. enrollment, clothing and much more. To volunteer or contribute, contact Kymberly Lacrosse at 831-465-2212 or email klacrosse@ Saturday, May 4, 2013, 8:00 pm: Santa Cruz Symphony unitedwaysc.org. Concert 5: Bohemian Rhapsodies. The Symphony and Rebecca Miller of the New London Professional Orchestra Sunday, April 21, 2013 2:00 pm: Watsonville Community Band invite you to join a Bohemian journey! From Kodaly’s Hun- Concert. Please join us for the 65th Spring Concert Series. This garian gypsy refrains to Dvorak’s Bohemian depictions in his is a great opportunity for the Santa Cruz community to enjoy the Sixth Symphony. This program also features pianist Hans wonderful sounds of the Watsonville Band. Admission is free. Boepple performing Beethoven’s ‘Emperor’ Concerto. For ticket information see January 26th listing above. Saturday and Sunday, April 27 & 28, 2013: Santa Cruz Mineral and Gem Show. This 61st annual show features a variety of gift items, rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry, lapidary supplies, tools, and more. There will also be fun and educational activities for kids as There’s a new look and well as adults. Also included, a fluorescent mineral display, treasure feel to your community wheel, rock painting, silent auction, demonstrations, lectures, and box ofﬁ ce. Check out more. Doors open at 10:00 am. Admission is $4. Children under SantaCruzTickets.com. 12 are free when accompanied by an adult as well as Scouts in uniform. Please visit www.scmgs.org for more information.

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301 Center St. Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Theater Events 831-420-6177 www.nelsoncenter.com Open 9:00 am – 9:30 pm, Monday – Saturday. Closed on Sundays. Parking Permits available

The Louden Nelson Community Center provides a wide selection of classrooms including dance rooms, multi-use room with kitchen and auditorium available for classes, meetings and events. We are home to Downtown Seniors, the Senior Computer Center, Senior Lunch, the Teen Center and the Louden Nelson Community School. Wireless internet access provided by Cruzio.

Fungus Fair 42nd Street: January 12 – 26 All About Theatre A must-see event each year - mushroom exhibits, (fun)gus kids activities, cooking demonstrations, wine pairing and more! Bye Bye Birdie: February 8 – 17 Christian Youth Theater Friday, January 11 3:00 - 7:00 pm Hello Dolly: March 1 – March 10 After Hours Dinner Pacific Collegiate School 7:00 - 10:00 pm Montessori Spring Production: March 11 – 22 Saturday, January 12 & Sunday, January 13 Alice in Wonderland: March 29 & March 30 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Parks and Recreation’s Children’s Theater See page 11 for registration information For more information visit www.SCFungusFair.org or 831-684-2275. Jewish Film Festival: April 5, 6 and 7

Art Gallery Kirby School Spring Production: April 8 – 14

The Art Gallery hosts rotating art exhibits featuring works by Spring Awakening: April 20 – 28 talented artists in our community. Artists receive free reception All About Theatre space for the First Friday Art Tour! For display information, call 831-420-6183. The Jungle Book: May 4-19 Christian Youth Theater January: Fungus Fair Exhibit February: Vivian Vargas and Miranda Emunuel, Photography Interested in being on the March: Mission Hill Middle School Art Juneteenth planning committee? Mixed Media Meetings begin in January. Call 831-420-6177 April: City of Santa Cruz Employee Art Juneteenth - Saturday June 15, 2013 May: Elliot Bliss, Painting 12:00 - 5:00 pm

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The Downtown Seniors and the Senior Computer Center are housed at Louden Nelson Community Center. These activities are “walk-in,” do not require advance registration and are limited to ages 55 and up unless otherwise noted. See page 38 for activities for 45 years and up. Prices listed are suggested donation.

CREATIVE WRITING FOR FUN BOOK CLUB Mondays 1:00 - 2:30 pm First Tuesday of the Month, 10:30 - 11:30 am Learn how to make creative writing easy and enjoyable in this Meet for an hour (or so) to discuss current book selections and friendly and supportive class. Stories, poetry, journaling, memoirs. discuss future books. Led by Irma Andrews. FREE. Taught by Joyce Keller. Suggested Donation: INTRODUCTION TO T’AI CHI AND CHIKUNG City Residents $4.00 Non-City Residents $4.25 Tuesdays, 11:00 am - Noon T'ai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise system benefiting the EXERCISE CLASS internal organs and joints. Taught by Dale Strawhacker, with over Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11:00 - 11:30 am 20 years of experience. Ongoing gentle exercise perfect for older adults wanting to in- Suggested Donation: crease circulation and flexibility. Friday’s class has an extended City Residents $2.00 Non-City Residents $2.25 (optional) one half hour of resistance and core exercises for those who want a bit more of a workout. QI-GONG Suggested Donation: Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am City Residents $1.00 Non-City Residents $1.25 Learn to coordinate breathing patterns with physical postures and motions for improved well-being. A perfect complement to Tuesday GENTLE YOGA T'ai Chi. Taught by Bonnie Eskie. Suggested Donation: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10:00 - 11:30 am City Residents $2.00 Non-City Residents $2.25 Gentle stretching and breathing relax the body and build strength. The newly added Friday class (45 and up) is designed for the BOOMER QI-GONG student who wants a bit more challenge. Inspired by Gail Lewis. Wednesdays, 1:30 - 2:30 pm (45 years and up) Taught by Tara Gasta and Lyona Thibault. Wang Ji Wu’s Sixteen Exercises for Health and Strength Training is Suggested Donation: a qi-gong set which enhances the circulatory system as well as the City Residents $5.00 Non-City Residents $5.50 body’s joints, tendons, muscles and ligaments as they are moved through their full range of motion. Participants will find it beneficial AEROBIC LINE DANCING in its simplicity and will appreciate its profound generation of energy. Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30 am Well suited for all. Taught by Gene Ervin. Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 am Suggested Donation: Line Dancing isn’t just Country City Residents $2.00 Non-City Residents $2.25 Western! Jazz, Waltz and Contemporary music are just SENIOR MASSAGE BY TWIN LAKES COLLEGE some of the genres you will Tuesdays by appointment, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm kick up your heels to in this Winter Quarter: January 29- March 19 ongoing class. Meet new Beginning students practice what they are learning in massage friends, get some exercise school, under professional supervision. Massage is conducted in and have a whole lot of fun. No a one-room setting. Students will practice light Swedish, Acupres- partner needed! Taught by sure, Energy work or other modality (no deep tissue or full body Judy Zwerling and Judi Cobb. massages). Pre-registration is required. Appointments will be taken beginning Suggested Donation: Tuesday, January 22. City Residents $2.00 Call 831-420-6180. Suggested donation is $10-15. Non-City Residents $2.25

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PING PONG Mon, Wed and Fri , 9:30 - 11:30 am Start your day with a rousing game of ping pong. Not only is this great exercise but a fun way to meet new friends. No partners necessary and all The Senior Computer Center of Santa Cruz offers members (55 levels welcome. FREE. and up) the opportunity to learn and use PC and Macintosh com- puters. Courses are taught by volunteer instructors at the Louden PICKLE BALL Nelson Community Center. Fridays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Membership benefits include use of the computer lab during Pickle ball is a combination of ten- scheduled sessions, special interest and troubleshooting groups, nis, badminton and ping pong, with and eligibility to register for a variety of courses. Membership is a smaller court, bigger paddle than $25 per year. Limited scholarships are available. ping pong and a slower moving ball. The Senior Computer Center is sponsored by Friends of Parks and It is less strenuous than tennis but Recreation (FOPAR). DSL Internet access is generously donated just as much fun. This is a great way by Cruzio. to get some exercise, meet some If you are interested in becoming a member, please call 831-420-6180. new friends, and most of all, have a great time. Join us as we bring Membership applications and information are also available on the pickle ball to Santa Cruz! FREE. Internet: www.seniorcomputer.org. Membership beneﬁ ts include: BOOMER QI-GONG • Classes to learn new skills Wednesdays, 1:30 - 2:30 pm • Open lab time to work on your own A little more challenging than our regular Qi-Gong class. • Free special interest groups • Regularly scheduled events with YouthSERVE volunteers GENTLE YOGA for one-on-one coaching all things tech! Fridays, 10:00 - 11:30 am YouthSERVE is a division of the This class is designed to give a bit Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County more of a workout than our Monday and Wednesday class. LUNCH AT THE CARNATION CAFÉ A delicious lunch is served Monday-Friday at noon to (See page 37 for complete descrip- persons 60 years and up. Advance reservations are recommend- tions of these ongoing classes) ed. Suggested donation of $2.50. Transportation is available. Call 831-427-0901 one day ahead by 1:00 pm.

INFORMATION AND REFERRAL Parks and Recreation A Senior Network Services counselor is available every third Tues- day, 11:30 am - noon to answer questions on services for seniors. 45+ Fitness Classes No appointment necessary. Free.

The classes listed below require advance FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS registration. See page 19 for dates and pricing. Second and fourth Thursday each month from 10:30 am to noon. No To register, call 831-420-5270 or visit appointment necessary. Free. www.santacruzparksandrec.com. FREE HEARING AID TEST EXERCISE BALL, BANDS AND BOOMERS Third Thursday each month. Otoscopic ear inspections, hearing Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm aid and hearing aid battery testing. Free.

EXERCISE BALL, BANDS AND BEGINNERS HICAP (HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm AND ADVOCACY) Trained counselor available every Wednesday and Friday, by FREE WEIGHT STRENGTH AND CORE STABILITY appointment, 1:15 pm and 2:30 pm. Evaluation of Medicare sup- Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:00 - 3:00 pm plemental insurance, HMOs, long term care insurance and claims assistance. Call 831-462-5510 for appointment. Free. STATIC STRETCHING Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:00 - 3:30 pm

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SPLASH HIT” & TOUR of AT&T PARK—SAN FRANCISCO OAKLAND MUSEUM of CALIFORNIA—OAKLAND Thursday, March 28, 2013 #16318 Wednesday, May 15, 2013 #16320 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Don’t miss your chance to cover all the bases with this “GIANT” After years of extensive city tour. You will meet with a ballpark tour guide who will provide renovation, The Oakland a “behind-the-scenes” look at the home of the 2012 World Se- Museum of California brings ries Champions. You will see inside one of the baseball parks together collections of art, in America where home runs can become “Splash Hits.” Your de- history and natural science licious boxed lunch is provided by Boudin Bakery, another San all under one roof. Each ex- Francisco original. After your visit inside the park, you will board hibition tells extraordinary the San Francisco Duck once again to “Splash Down” into Mc- stories of California and its Covey Cove and see the ball park from a Duck’s eye view. Rain people. Take a tour with a or shine, this is a 2-mile continuous walking tour. Wear comfort- docent and learn about Cali- fornia History from the time able walking shoes and layered clothing. Cost includes coach, of the Native Americans to present, the Art Gallery tour showing tour fees and lunch. Trip goes rain or shine! contemporary to modern art or the exhibition Summoning Ghosts: The Art of Hung Liu which is the ﬁ rst comprehensive survey of COST: $100.00 Resident one of the most prominent Chinese-American painters working in $ 60.00 Senior Resident the United States today. Enjoy lunch in the newly renovated Blue $130.00 Non-Resident Oak Café featuring a seasonal and local ingredient menu or walk $100.00 Senior Non-Resident through Oakland’s nearby Chinatown and discover some of the hidden gems of this lesser known community. Cost includes tour and coach. Lunch is on your own.

COST: $ 50.00 Resident $ 30.00 Senior Resident $ 62.00 Non-Resident $ 50.00 Senior Non-Resident

What does this mean? This symbol indicates a walking tour and has THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER & SHOPPING IN SAUSALITO the possibility of walking or standing for an Thursday, April 17, 2013 #16319 extended period. The terrain may be uneven 8:30 am - 5:30 pm and wet. Please take this into consideration The Marine Mammal Center, located in the beautiful Marin Head- when registering for these activities. lands, is a nonproﬁ t veterinary research hospital and educational center dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of ill and in jured marine mammals. The center primarily cares for elephant seals, harbor seals and California sea lions. April is Pupping Season! Senior Trips made possible by Elephant seals and harbor seal pups begin to arrive at the hospital in need Margaret Nielson Trust of medical care. The Center’s Pup- ping Season is in full swing with as IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION many as 50-60 elephant seal pups on- Registration begins January 7, 2013 online, in person, by site at once. This guided tour lasts 1 hour mail and by phone. Although online registration is recommended, no registration method has priority over another. and is outdoors. The Headlands are often Mail-in forms received will be processed by lottery on windy, foggy and rainy. Layered clothing and comfortable non-slip January 7 at 8:00 a.m. If you wish to attend the trip with a shoes are deﬁ nitely a requirement! After the tour you are wel- friend, please note this on the registration form. We will do come to wander through the store/gift shop. We will then be con- our best to accommodate requests. You will either both be tinuing on to the lovely picturesque town of accepted or both put on the waitlist. Sausalito for lunch or some shopping. Cost includes tour and coach. Lunch is on your own. Trips depart from and return to the Louden Nelson Com- munity Center, 301 Center Street. Please arrive 15 minutes COST: $ 42.00 Resident before scheduled time. Participants must be at least 18 $ 34.00 Senior Resident or accompanied by a parent or guardian. See page 3 for $ 53.00 Non-Resident registration information. Fees include coach rental and $ 42.00 Senior Non-Resident admissions unless otherwise noted. Call 831-420-6180.

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SANTA CRUZ MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY SANTA CRUZ SURFING MUSEUM 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, 831-420-6115 Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse www.santacruzmuseums.org Lighthouse Point at West Cliff Drive, School year Hours (through May 25): 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 831-420-6289 Wednesday - Saturday Winter Hours Noon - 4:00 p.m. Summer Hours (beginning May 26): 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Tuesday-Sunday Museum Admission: Adults $4.00; Seniors (60+) $2.00 Youth (under 18) Free CONNECT WITH NATURE SERIES Free First Fridays of each month! Saturday natural history classes for adults All classes start at 10 am. Members $8/class, General $10/class. Register online at santacruzmuseums.org or in person at the event. 160 Years of Changing Birdlife - February 2 A journey with local bird historian David Suddjian exploring changes in Santa Cruz County bird life from the beginning of our ornithological record to the present day. From Centrifuge to Wildlife Refuge: Why Genetic Research Is Important to Conservation - February 9 Bureau of Land Management ecologist and reptile geneticist Mike Westphal reveals the ways in which conservation biologists are increasingly depending on genetic data to guide landscape-scale conservation strategies in California. Located in the 1915 Carnegie Library in Tyrrell Park overlooking Unique to Santa Cruz: A walk in the Sandhills - February 16 Monterey Bay, the Museum provides exhibits and programs on the Connect with the diversity and fascinating ecology of our local diverse cultural and natural history of the Santa Cruz region. Explore sandhills habitat on this field trip at the Randall Morgan Preserve the fossil dig, tidepool tank, live animal displays, and bee gardens. in Scotts Valley, led by Naturalist Randall Morgan himself. Join us to learn about the endemic species and conservation efforts in BECOME A MUSEUM DOCENT place to preserve this biodiversity hotspot in our own backyard. Do you have a desire to learn about the natural world? Do you Biodiversity on Six Legs: Insect Natural History - February 23 enjoy sharing your knowledge with others? Become a docent! The Over 70,000 insect species have been documented in Santa Cruz time commitment is 2-4 hours per month. No previous experience county. Learn about some of the fascinating little creatures that necessary! share our home. Winter 2013 Docent Trainings: Animal Tours - Monday, January 7, 10 am -1 pm MOVIES AT THE MUSEUM Learn and teach preschool - 4th grade students about animal On-going movie night features films and related lectures by local habitats and adaptations. experts. See santacruzmuseums.org for further details. Be a Museum Host - Saturday, January 19, 10 am -1 pm Hosts greet and connect Museum visitors to natural history through FAMILY PROGRAMS artifacts and interpretation. Families In Nature: Winter Adventure Register for docent training at www.santacruzmuseums.org. Saturday, January 19, 9am-noon Free for Museum members. Non-members: Adult $10, Youth $5. SCHOOL TOURS Explore Moore Creek Preserve, our local open space, with naturalist The Museum offers a variety of docent-guided school programs for guides, binoculars and hands-on activities. preschool through 8th grades. Tour topics at the Museum include: Register at www.santacruzmuseums.org Ohlone culture and history (preschool- 4th), animal habitats and adaptations (preschool- 4th) and Art of Nature (May-June, K- 6th). Nat Time (Natural History Storytime) Our field-based programs are: the Neary Lagoon 3rd grade Wetland Thursdays, 3:30-4pm Walk, Neary Lagoon 5th grade Watershed Walk and 7th grade Free with Museum admission. Engage in this fun preschool pro- Sandhills Exploration program. Visit www.santacruzmuseums.org gram! Each week we highlight a local animal, habitat or natural for more information or call 831-420-6115 to schedule a school history topic with stories, songs, puppets and Museum artifacts. program. EXHIBITS AT THE MUSEUM EDUCATION RESOURCES FOR LOAN NOW until February 23 – Keen Eyes and Curious Minds - Bring the Museum to you. Loan items and education kits contain Exploring the Lives and Work of Local Naturalists Daniel Miller real artifacts, specimen and teaching resources such as posters, and Randall Morgan. books, and lesson plans. Content areas include: Native people, earth science, seashells, invertebrates, vertebrates, and plants. April 6-June 9–The Art of Nature: The Museum welcomes spring Resources are available for one-week rentals. For more information with our annual science illustration exhibit, the Art of Nature, pre- visit www.santacruzmuseums.org. Call 831-420-6115 to reserve. sented in collaboration with the California Guild of Natural Science Illustrators. Page 40 – City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Visit our Parks and Recreation website at www.santacruzparksandrec.com

Beach Flats Community Center

133 Leibrandt Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, 831-426-2322 Open Monday-Thursday. Call for appointment. www.beachflatscommunitycenter.org

Community Bridges, an organization with programs serving INVESTING IN TOMORROW all of Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro community is proud Investing in Familia Center’s youth programs at the Beach Flats to announce that Familia Center and the Beach Flats Commu- Community Center will help support prevention efforts and aca- nity Center have now joined forces to serve all low-income and demic success. Partner with us and make a difference in your Spanish speaking residents in the City of Santa Cruz. community at http://www.communitybridges.org/donation.htm. For more information on how you can get involved, call us at Beach The Beach Flats Community Center (BFCC) focuses on providing Flats Community Center 831-426-2322 or Familia Center 831-423-5747. much-needed youth programs for low-income, at-risk youth in 3rd- 11th grade. The BFCC is located in the heart of the largely low- Make checks payable to: income, Latino neighborhood of Beach Flats. Community Bridges/BFCC/FC 236 Santa Cruz Ave Familia Center, with more than 30 years of service to low-income Aptos, CA 95003 and Latino residents in the City of Santa Cruz, will continue to provide advocacy, case management, parent education, food COMMUNITY BRIDGES PROGRAMS AND SERVICES distribution and referrals to social services agencies at its site lo- • Child Care-Child Development Division cated in the Lower Ocean Street neighborhood, 711 E. Cliff Drive, • Child and Adult Care Food Program-nutrition and anti-hunger Santa Cruz CA 95060. program • Meals on Wheels-sites in Santa Cruz area: Louden Nelson and Live Oak Senior Center • WIC-nutrition education and breast feeding support • Lift Line-transportation for disabled and seniors • Family Resource Centers: Familia Center, La Manzana, Live Oak Family Resource Center and Mountain Community Resources.

SERVICES AT BEACH FLATS COMMUNITY CENTER • Homework clubs for elementary, middle school, and high school • Enrichment and educational workshops for low-income youth • Ocean Scholars in partnership with O’Neill Sea Odyssey • Summer fun! Recreation for grades 3rd-10th • Summer lunch for children 0-17 years

Volunteer Opportunities with our youth programs are available. Please call 831-426-2322 or email [email protected].

Beach Flats Community Center serves the neighborhood with programs for low-income, at-risk youth in 3rd-11th grade.

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Wedding Ceremony sites available throughout the City of Santa Cruz NEW PICNIC AREA “CREEK CORNER” AT DELAVEAGA PARK FRIENDSHIP GARDEN LAWN AREA The Friendship Garden is located in the upper part of Harvey Perfect for your next birthday party! West Park. This is a large, open grass area that can be rented for ceremonies with a limit of 50 chairs. This is a well-manicured Creek Corner is a 25-person capacity picnic site at Delavaea- lawn perfect for an outdoor ceremony. An affordable option for a ga Park. This site is located near the Branciforte Creek and beautiful, casual wedding. the Meadow Area. Bounce Houses are permitted at this site.

WEDDING CEREMONIES AT LIGHTHOUSE POINT LAWN Rent this picnic site for Overlooking Steamer Lane and the gorgeous Monterey Bay, your child’s birthday next to Lighthouse Point is a spectacular setting for your wedding or special play equipment and ceremony. The lawn area adjacent to the Surfing Museum is avail- parking. able for booking for your special event (some restrictions apply).

Visit our Reservable Spaces section of our website at www.santacruzparksandrec.com or call 831-420-5270.

The lawn in front of the Lighthouse is a beautiful setting for your wedding ceremony.

WAGNER GROVE CEREMONY AREA The Wagner Grove is a beautiful redwood clearing located behind the Buckeye picnic area in the Harvey West Park. This histori- cal redwood grove is a very secluded, outdoor setting for your wedding ceremony. It can accomodate 100 people with a limit of 50 chairs. This area requires a short walk which is not handi- capped accessible due to the natural terrain. Couples looking for a peaceful, woodland setting will enjoy this circle that feels like it is away from it all but has plenty of guest parking.

A picnic area in the park is ideal for your special event.

Rent a picnic area for your next company event!

Harvey West Evergeen and DeLaveaga are perfect for large and small company picnics.

We have picnic areas that can accomodate from up to 275 people in both Harvey West and DeLaveaga Parks. Reserve a space and use our large BBQ grills, outdoor sinks and make it an outdoor party. Alcohol and sound permits available in some areas. Bounce House permits are also available. Call today! 831-420-5270.

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DeLaveaga Golf Course Tim Loustalot, Golf Professional Miles Hicks, Golf Course Superintendent Website: www.delaveagagolf.com DeLaveaga Golf Course, owned and operated by the City of Santa Cruz, is located in DeLaveaga Park off Upper Park Road. DeLaveaga is a championship par 70 golf course with a full driving range and more.

HOURS OF OPERATION Monday 7:00 am to dusk Tuesday - Friday 6:30 am to dusk Saturday, Sunday & Holidays Daybreak to dusk

RESERVATIONS & POLICIES Book a tee time by calling the Pro Shop at 831-423-7214 or online at www.delaveagagolf.com. All individuals and/or parties must check in at the Pro Shop prior to teeing off. Fees shall be paid at the time of check-in.

DELAVEAGA PRO SHOP The best in golf equipment, apparel, accessories and professional service. A great selection of brand names including Mizuno, Nike, Titleist, and Taylor Made. Equipment demos and professional custom club fitting. Call 831-423-7214 ext 115.

Monday 7:00 am to dusk Tuesday - Friday 6:30 am to dusk Saturday, Sunday & Holidays Daybreak to dusk Golf Lessons & Driving Range FUNCTIONAL GOLF TRAINING CENTER Nationally recognized as one of America’s top golf instructional programs. Guaranteed to help any player improve their game. We have helped thousands of golfers improve their swings and scores. Programs are available for the junior golfer, new golfer, experienced golfer and executive golfer. Additionally, we offer training in the short game, sand bunker and on-course instruction. For more detailed program descriptions and course schedules, log on DELAVEAGA GOLF LODGE RESTAURANT AND BAR to www.functionalgolf.com or call 831-423-7214 ext 115. Upstairs overlooking the beautiful 18th green, DeLaveaga Lodge offers both indoor and outdoor seating with terrific views and de- DRIVING RANGE lightful dining. The menu features homemade soups, fresh fish, The only lighted, all-weather driving range in Santa Cruz County. an assortment of fresh salads, fruit-in-season, Dungeness crab This state-of-the-art facility offers 40 stations, targets on the range, and bay shrimp salads. Reservations recommended for Sunday adjacent parking and restrooms. Never-crowded stations available mornings! Call 831-423-1600. at all hours. Practice to your heart’s content! Open Daily 7:00 am - 2:30 pm (closed Mondays during winter) Driving Range: Open Daily Breakfast 7:00 am - noon Small buckets: $5.00 All day on Saturday and Sunday Medium buckets: $8.00 Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Large buckets: $10.00 Daily Specials Monday 6:45 am - 9:00 pm Cocktail Lounge Winter 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Tuesday - Friday 6:30 am - 9:00 pm Spring 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday, Sunday and Holidays Daybreak - 9:00 pm Summer 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Banquets Weddings, banquets and parties for 75 to 130 people. Buffets and sit-down dinner. Hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Visit our Facebook page at Facebook.com/CityofSantaCruzParksandRecreation Winter-Spring 2013 Activity Guide – Page 43