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Register online! www.santarosarec.com Para informacion en Español, vea pagina 73

Bocce Anyone?Or pickleball, horseshoes or tennis? Our parks have it all!

Classes for the Creative!Jewelry-making, cooking, crafts, writing, music & more!

Get your groove on!Dance classes for every age.

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Look up these opportunities and so many more in our handy index! pg. 80

Child Development Program

FOR AGES 18 MONTHS - 7 YEARS

www.playsportscity.com • 707-526-2884 • 921 Piner Road, Santa Rosa • 6700 Stony Point Road, Cotati

COME IN FOR A FREE TRIAL CLASSFor first time participants only.

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A strong foundation for life. Sign up anytime at a prorated price.

Skills Institute is a developmental soccer program teaching

fundamental soccer skills forboys and girls 7 to 12 years old.

Lil’ Kickers is a non-competitive introductory soccer, skills and child development program for children

18 months to 7 years old.

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W E LCO M E TABLE OF CONTENTSArt Exhibits 6-8Boating & Sailing 26-27Community Events 3-4Department Information 70-73Differently Abled Adult Programs 69Howarth Park 2Luther Burbank Home & Garden 5Plan a Birthday Party 71Parks, Facilities & Rentals 1, 73Picnic Reservations 93

Active Adults (50+) Programs 52-60 Classes 56-59Drop-In Programs 52, 54-55Senior Center Information 52Special Events 53Special Interest 60

Adult (18+) Programs 28-51Arts & Crafts 28-29Business & Computers 30-31Cooking 32-33Dance 34-35Health & Fitness 36-43Outdoor Activities 44-45Music 46Safety Education & Self Defense 47Special Interest 48-49Sports 50-51

Aquatics 61-68Facility Information 61Public Swim Hours 62Swim Lessons 64-67Safety Training 68Water Fitness Classes 63

Youth Programs 9-25Dance 10-12Drama 9Fitness & Sports 16-21Horsemanship 25Neighborhood Services 25Special Interest 13Tot classes 22-23Winter Camps 24

Registration Information 74-75Registration/Refunds 74Registration Form 75Index 80

On the CoverMaia, Lukas and Argo Thompson enjoy a game of bocce on one of the courts located in Juilliard Park. Thanks to the effort and generous donation of the Sonoma County Bocce Federation and Club, there are 2 new courts in Juilliard Park. Bring a bocce set and enjoy your own game with family & friends! For information on additional sports courts and special facilities available for your use in our many parks, check out page 70.

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CONTAC T USAdvertising 543-3276Class & Activity Questions [email protected] Registration System “Adventure Line” 543-3003TDD For Hearing & Speech Impaired (Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, Alternate Friday: closed) 543-3289

Community CentersBennett Valley Senior Center (Open Mon-Fri, 9am-2pm) 545-8608Finley Community Center (Open New for Spring Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm; Sat 9am-11am) 543-3737Person Senior Wing (Open Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm) 543-3745Steele Lane Community Center (Front Desk Open Mon-Fri, 8:30am-12:30pm-Alternate Friday: closed) 543-3282

PoolsFinley Aquatic Center (Open Mon-Fri, 6am-6pm; Sat, 9am-1pm; Sun, 11:30am-1:30pm) 543-3760Ridgway Swim Center (Mon-Fri, 9:30am-2pm; Sat, 9am-12pm) 543-3421

SportsSports Desk (Open Mon-Thu, 3-7pm, Fri, 3-5pm) 543-3281Current Field Conditions Report (Updated Mon thru Fri at 3pm) 543-3474

RentalsFacility Rental Information Message Line (Available 24 hours) 543-3733Rent Finley Community Center [email protected] Rent Person Senior Wing [email protected] Steele Lane Community Center [email protected] Bennett Valley Senior Center [email protected] Deturk Round Barn [email protected] Church of One Tree [email protected] picnics in-person reservations at Finley Comm. Center (Mon, Wed & Fri, 10am-4:30pm) 543-3753

Parks Maintenance & Street TreesPark Division Offices (Open Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, Alternate Friday: closed)) 543-3770

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H O WA R T H PA R K

Howarth Community Park

Come visit Howarth Park, the “jewel” of Santa Rosa. This 152-acre community park provides endless recreational opportunities with a beautiful lake for fishing & boating, a softball field, tennis courts, picnic areas, unique playground structures, miles of hiking and jogging trails, and the K-Land amusement area featuring a miniature train ride, carousel, animal barn & pony rides.

630 Summerfield RdPhone: 543-3425 Email: [email protected] Take City Bus #8, 4, 7

FALL/WINTER HOURSTrails, Playgrounds, Fishing Open 7 days a week Sunrise – Sunset

Boathouse and K-Land Rides and Snack Bar*Fall Hours: Sat & Sun 11am-5pmK-Land: August 16 - October 26Boathouse: August 16 - September 28Also open: Labor Day September 1

*Rides are closed on rainy days. Call the Train Station after 9am on the day of your visit to confirm, (707) 543-3425.

THINGS TO DOK-Land AttractionsRidesTake a ride on the train or carousel or bounce in the jump house.Tickets $2 Family Day Pass $17/10 tickets Ticket Book $40/25 tickets

PoniesRide around the corral in an outdoor setting! Maximum weight limit of 100 lb/rider. $4/ 1 lap $7/2 laps $35/10 ticket pony passHorsemanship classes offered on page ?.

DigzonePractice your tractor skills at the DigZone! $2 (Credit card or dollar bills only).

Land of ImaginationThe unique playground offers kids “A Walk through Time” where you can dig for dinosaur bones, watch a volcano erupt, stroll the streets of Old West Town, conquer the giant net climber or play in the Spouting Water Orchard. (Open through Labor Day).

Lake RalphineBoatingPaddleboats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, rowboats and paddle boards are available for rent. $5 - $10/hourMuch more boating & sailing infomation, including classes on pages 26-27.

FishingLake Ralphine is stocked regularly by California Fish and Game with trout, bluegill, bass and catfish. All California Department of Fish and Game regulations are in effect. Fishing License is required!

www.howarthpark.com

ACTIVITIES IN THE PARKBoating and Sailing 26-27Birthday Parties 71Halloween at Howarth 4Movie Nights 3Pony Classes 24Picnic Site Reservations 73

Sponsorship Opportunities - if you are interested in sponsoring an event or our Movie in the Park Series contact us at [email protected]

Get On Board!Did you know there is a local non-profit organization, Santa Rosa Parks Foundation, raising money to donate to the City for the purchase of a new train in Howarth Park? If you spend a lot of time in Howarth Park, odds are you have seen the 44 year old train in action as well as out of action due to mechanical failures. If you are ready to “Get on Board!” please visit www.srparksfoun-dation.com for more information on fundraising efforts.

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Gang Prevention Awareness WeekBring your entire family and join us for a series of FREE events showcasing the community’s efforts to reduce gang activity. Come and learn what you can do to support gang prevention efforts! We will have entertainment for the whole family. Scheduled events are below. For more details check out gangprevention.srcity.org.

August 2Talent Show & FestivalJacobs Park, 850 West Ninth StreetFace painting, three-legged races, carnival games, jump houses, and talent show.

August 3 6th Annual Boxing Exhibition presented by the Salvation Army’s Double Punches Boxing ClubSanta Rosa Plaza, 1071 Santa Rosa PlazaWatch youth compete in friendly, but spirited boxing match-ups throughout the afternoon.

August 9South Park “Summer Day & Night Festival” hosted by Community Action Partnership of Sonoma CountyMartin Luther King Park, 1336 Temple Ave, Santa Rosa Featuring games and prizes, sports activities, live entertainment, resource fair and movie screening on the lawn after dark!

August 9 History Walking Tour at the Rural CemeteryFree 80-minute docent led walk through the cemetery to learn the history of the people of Sonoma County. Tours meet at the Franklin gate and leave every 20 minutes from 10-11am.

August 15 (Lego Movie), 22 (Monsters Univ.), 29 (Planes) Movie in the Park @ Howarth ParkEnjoy a free featured movie out on the lower lawn at 7:30pm. Details at www.howarthpark.com.

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September 19-20Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery Lamplight ToursTake a night tour of Santa Rosa’s oldest cemetery to experience dramatic portrayals of some of our town’s early settlers. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a flashlight. Come in costume representing a time period between 1850 and 1950 if you desire. Children age 8 and above permitted. (Tour has uneven surfaces and slopes). Tours begin every 20 minutes from 7:30-9:50pm. Cost is $30. Pre-registration required. Register online at santaorsarec.com.

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OctoberOctober 10-19 (see individual show dates below)Actors’ Theater For ChildrenThis October Actors’ Theater For Children will be presenting another terrific piece of family friendly entertainment for young audiences. This long running theater company has delivered celebrated productions of Hansel & Gretel, Rapunzel, and Jack & the Beanstalk to the children of Sonoma County. Parents have been delighted by the low cost (but high quality) entertainment made possible by ATFC’s partnership with the City of Santa Rosa Recreations & Parks Department, with additional support from the County of Sonoma. Audiences can look forward to experiencing an hour long adventure full of memorable characters and valuable lessons. Visit actorstheaterforchildren.com to learn what magical production is coming this spring. Tickets are sold for $5 and go on sale 1 hour before the performance. There will be preshow entertainment. Performances are in the Dohn Theater located within Steele Lane Community Center. Friday Evenings: October 10th & 17th at 7:30 pm, Saturday Matinees: October 11th & 18th at 1:00 pm and 3:30 pm, Sunday Matinees: October 12th & 19th at 3:00 pm

August 3 & 10Live at Juilliard ParkJuilliard Park, 227 Santa Rosa AvenueFree Sunday concerts come and enjoy a picnic dinner filled with music, food and fun from 5-7pm. A different band performs each Sunday.

September 5 (Despicable Me 2), 12 (Frozen), 19 (Iron Man 3) Movie in the Park @ Howarth ParkEnjoy a free featured movie out on the lower lawn at 7:30pm. Details at www.howarthpark.com.

September 5Rec & Parks Scholarship Golf Tournament at Bennett ValleyTee off at Bennett Valley Golf Course for the 8th annual tourna-ment benefitting the Recreation & Parks Scholarship Fund. Reg-istration includes 18 holes of golf, commemorative apparel item, range balls, Bloody Mary bar, plenty of food on the course and a cocktail & hors d’œuvres reception after your round. Shotgun start is at 1:15pm. $125 advanced registration (before Aug.15), $150 (after Aug. 15). Call 543-3757 for more information. Register online at srcity.org/golftourney.

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October continuedOctober 10Parent’s Night Out (ages 6-12)Drop off the kids and enjoy a night out! The kids will play games, do arts & crafts and enjoy a pizza dinner, movie and snacks in the Person Senior Wing! Fri, 10/10 - 6-9pm, 2060 West College Ave., $28 (S. R. Resident $18). Register online using barcode #73265.

October 15 Santa Rosa Historic TourTake a tour on Rosie the Trolley with Santa Rosa’s favorite docent, Bill Montgomery. Tour is from 10am-12pm and meets at Howarth Park. Cost is $20. Register online at santarosarec.com and use barcode #69220.

October 18Floating Pumpkin PatchJoin us for our Floating Pumpkin Patch at Ridgway Swim Center from 2-6pm. Enjoy a day filled with games, pumpkin decorat-ing and pumpkin-splashing fun for participants of all ages. Everyone entering the facility must pay. $5 Entry fee (pumpkin not included); $10 Entry fee (includes pumpkin). Pre-register at santarosarec.com using barcode #71901.

October 25Halloween at Howarth (ages 12 and under)Dress in your favorite costume and join us in Howarth Park for a day of trick-or-treating and fun! Our Basic Ticket ($6) includes trick-or-treating and a train and carousel ride (1 adult rides for free with child using Halloween pass). Our Deluxe Ticket ($10) includes everything in the Basic Ticket plus a 1-lap pony ride and an ice cream treat from the snack bar. Presale tickets ONLY, avail-able online or at the Finley Community Center beginning October 6.

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DecemberDecember 6-7Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair at Finley Community CenterAttend the 40th annual fair featuring 70+ booths with handcrafted items created and sold by artists. Prize giveaways, free entertainment and refreshments available for purchase, 9am-5pm on 12/6 and 10am-4pm on 12/7. Plus, ride Rosie the Trolley free between the Dickens Holi-day Crafts Fair at Finley Community Center and Holiday Open House at Luther Burbank Home & Gardens 10am - 4pm each day. Admission is $2 adults; kids under 12 are free. For information, call 543-3737.

December 6-7Holiday Open House at Luther Burbank Home & GardensStart off the holiday season by touring the Burbank Home decorated in traditional turn-of-the-century style. Shop for unique gift items in the Carriage House Gift Shop or enjoy tea and cookies in the historic Burbank Museum and Greenhouse. Open house is from 10am - 4pm both days and admission is $2 per person (12 years and over). For information, call 524-5445 or visit www.lutherburbank.org.

December 12Parent’s Night Out (ages 6-12)Drop off the kids and enjoy a night out! The kids will play games, do arts & crafts and enjoy a pizza dinner, movie and snacks in the Person Senior Wing! Fri, 12/12 - 6-9pm, 2060 West College Ave., $28 (S. R. Resident $18). Register online using barcode #73271.

November 12Santa Rosa Historic TourTake a tour on Rosie the Trolley with Santa Rosa’s favorite docent, Bill Montgomery. Tour is from 10am-12pm and meets at Howarth Park. Cost is $20. Register online at santarosarec.com and use barcode #69221.

FebruaryFebruary 22Third Annual Crab Feed at FinleyJoin us for a fabulous evening benefitting Recreation & Parks’ Senior Programs. Enjoy an all-you can eat crab and trimmings dinner with dessert and a silent auction! You will also receive one complimen-tary drink. Event is from 6-9pm at Finley Community center. Register early, this event sells out! Register online using barcode #67728 $45.

11:30am-1pm Session$6 Basic Ticket #73317$10 Deluxe Ticket #73318

1:30-3pm Session$6 Basic Ticket #73319$10 Deluxe Ticket #73320

January January 1New Year’s Fit SwimKick off your fitness resolution for 2015 with a splash. Join our year round lap swimmers from 11am-1pm for the first workout of the year. Not only will you be benefiting your body, but the entrance fee of only $5 benefits the Rec & Parks pools!

November 27Turkey Burner Lap SwimSneak in a pool workout at Ridgway’s heated pool before football, snacking, and the BIG THANKSGIVING MEAL! This swim benefits Rec & Parks pools! Cost is $7 at the door from 7:30-9am.

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MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP AND WALK-IN DOCENT TOURS:

Group Tours and Children’s Tours: Avail-able year-round by appointment

GARDENSOpen year round 8am-duskfree admission

More than an acre of gardens show many of Luther Burbank’s plant developments. Special garden areas include medicinal herbs, a wildlife habitat, ornamental grass-es, a cutting garden, an edible landscape demonstration area and a sensory bed. Many unusual varieties of plants and new horticultural introductions are represented at this rare historic site.

HOME AND GREENHOUSE TOURSOffered April-October, Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm for a nominal fee

Volunteer docents describe Burbank’s life and work and lead tours through the home where he lived, the greenhouse where he worked, and a portion of the gardens.

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

This event is held the first weekend in December. See “Community Events” on page 4 for details.

CARRIAGE HOUSE MUSEUM & GIFT SHOP Open April through October10am – 4pm

Visit the Gift Shop for an exciting array of quality gift items, most of which are de-signed exclusively for LBH&G and produced here in Sonoma County. Discover changing exhibits at the museum.

GARDEN CELL PHONE AUDIO TOURS

These free tours are available 8am-dusk daily whenever walk-in Docent Tours are not available.

Leisurely tour the Gardens using your cell phone. There are 28 stops where you will learn historical facts and view Mr. Burbank’s plants, including the Spineless Cactus, Para-dox walnut tree, Plumcot and many others. See instructions outside gift shop. This pro-gram is sponsored by Dierk’s Parkside Cafe.

PHOTOGRAPHY OPPORTUNITIES

For information on how to reserve the site for photo shoots, contact us in advance at the information listed above.

BECOME A “FRIEND” OF LUTHER BURBANK HOME & GARDENS

As a “Friend,” you will help us carry out our mission to preserve the memory of this extraordinary man, continue to provide education about his life and work, and preserve this historic landmark. Benefits include complimentary Home and Garden tour, Gift Shop discount, free plant coupon, free admission to summer lecture series and more. Contact us for a membership form or join online at www.lutherburbank.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

If you love learning about gardens, local history, antiques, nature, and meeting interesting people from around the world, become a Luther Burbank Home & Gardens volunteer. Training is held early March for Docents, Gift Shop staff and Gardeners. Help plan events and work on special projects, plus enjoy exclusive volunteer appreciation events too! Contact us for details.

Luther Burbank Home & GardensRegistered National, State and City Landmark Historic Home, Gardens, Greenhouse, Museum & Gift Shop

www.lutherburbank.org (707) 524-5445 Email: [email protected] Address: Santa Rosa Avenue at Sonoma AvenueMailing Address: 100 Santa Rosa Ave., Rm 10Santa Rosa, CA 95404 501(c) (3) Nonprofit Tax ID 26-3008405

THE SECOND ANNUAL SANTA ROSA STUDENT SHOWOctober 21 - December 16, 2014Reception: Wed., October 22, 4-6pm

After a successful first year putting on a fall student show at Steele Lane, we are excited to open our doors to student work again this year. Student artwork holds a special place in the art community; often driven by a prompt, classroom-based art gives artists a chance to explore concepts and techniques within the confines of an assign-ment. Expect to see a variety of works by local student artists.

BARBARA WHITE PERRY: DRAWING SONOMADecember 18, 2014 - February 17, 2015Reception: Thurs., January 15, 5-7pm

Fifteen years ago Barbara White Perry began ink and vine-charcoal drawings of Sonoma Valley’s most captivating historic properties. She has documented structures and vistas lost to time, neglect or development, unique barns and build-ings that few people have ever seen. Each of her drawings will be exhibited with a brief history of the property. Architec-ture is more than her hobby, she studied architectural drafting and designed/built her vineyard home that won the Sonoma League’s Preservation Award.

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PETER MALONEY: AIRPORTERS “SKETCHES FROM THE ROAD” August 27 - October 16, 2014Reception: Wed., August 27, 4-6 pm

Having been a professional drummer for over 20 years, Peter Maloney is familiar with airports. He is interested in the experiences of his fellow travelers, not-ing their emotionlessness, and feeling, in himself and his fellow airport-goers, a sense of purgatory while waiting to arrive at a destination. He didn’t set out to create this body of work, rather it results from drawings of what he saw and felt while being a drummer on tour. Like with music, Peter’s interest in drawing originates from an interest in rhythm; using feeling, what is in our souls, to communicate to the viewer or listener.

Steele Lane Community Center 415 Steele Lane

Finley Community Center 2060 W. College Avenue

ART QUILTS/OUR WAY: A POINTLESS SISTERS EXHIBITIONAugust 5 - September 11, 2014 Reception: Thurs., August 7, 5-7pm

The Pointless Sisters is an art quilt group whose members’ works have been exhibited nationally and internationally. The group’s more than forty members meet regularly to explore surface design and quilting techniques, and challenge each other to produce fiber art with a common theme. Featured in this exhibit are quilts from three recent challenges entitled, Interpreting Red, Sky, and In the Style of… (quilts inspired by other artists. Another highlight is Laguna Watershed, a collaborative environmental quilt, which was constructed to benefit the Laguna Foundation. The group operates under the auspices of the Santa Rosa Quilt Guild, www.santarosaquiltguild.org

The City of Santa Rosa hosts rotat-ing art exhibits in City Hall and our three community centers, the most recent addition being the display cases and the Larry Simons Gallery of the Person Senior Wing (exhibit schedule forthcoming). If you are interested in applying to exhibit, or if you would like to learn more about Santa Rosa’s Arts Program, visit www.srcity.org/arts.



17TH ANNUAL SENIOR SHOWSeptember 16 - October 23, 2014Reception: Thurs., September 18, 1-4pm

Featuring the art of Sonoma County Seniors, this popular annual exhibit’s goal is to enhance seniors’ lives by encourag-ing the joy of creativity and providing an opportunity to share their art in a profes-sional setting. Participants are beginning to professional senior artists (over 60) affiliated with agencies that either provide art classes or serve older adults. Make sure to attend the reception and enjoy the music, coffee, cookies, and art demonstrators!

ABSTRACT ARTIST GROUP OF SONOMA COUNTYOctober 28 - December 8, 2014 Reception: Thurs., October 30, 5-7pm

We formed in 1999 out of a desire for dialogue and a community of like-minded artists. Artists bring their individual styles to the collective conversation and, through our interaction, we influence and inspire each other. As artists, we seek the cama-raderie of others who spend many hours expressing themselves. There is an excite-ment in knowing that we share a desire to create works of art that open views into the uncharted areas of our souls.

UNSEEN: A WELLNESS AND ADVOCACY CENTER EXHIBITIONDecember 12, 2014 - January 29, 2015Reception: Fri., January 16, 4:30-6:30pm

The “unseen” talents are coming to the Finley Center! The Wellness and Advocacy Center is a peer-run self-help center in Sonoma County for people who have or have experienced mental health difficul-ties. Our art program focuses on the creativity too often buried by the social and economic difficulties associated with having mental or emotional disabilities. Mental illness is often misunderstood and stigmatized. Our society is still working towards being educated and welcoming towards artists who are challenged by these disabilities today. This show will be a genuine proof of how some of these dif-ficulties can enhance creativity.

City Hall Council Chambers 100 Santa Rosa AvenueCall 543-3010 for viewinginformation and enter at Suite 10

NAOMI MURAKAMI: THINK LOUD November 4 - December 17, 2014Reception: Fri., November 7, 5-7pm

Multimedia artist Naomi Murakami consid-ers everything she does to be art, but paintings are one of her favorite ways to enter her inner utopian world. Everyday incidents influence her art, as they do her dreams. She lets her surroundings and materials influence her decisions. Most often, what might be considered the small-est things (marks, scratches, a smudge, a drip, a shadow, a doodle, an intuition about an unknown, or even distractions) lead her into her world. -- These are the ways she enters her work, and then she constructs her “Pseudo-Realist” world.

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JESSE IRIZARY: KITCHEN SPACESeptember 4 - October 29, 2014Reception: Fri., September 12, 5-7pm

Kitchen Space is a collection of macro photographs created with items found in any kitchen or dining room. The images explore colors, textures and luminosity to

evoke images of the cosmos. Kitchen Space transforms common foods and flowers into dynamic images of striking colors, shapes and reflections that tease the imagination. Irizary uses Nikon DSLR cameras to create his macro images, then prints them on alu-minum. A local photographer, Irizary loves capturing images of all kinds from portraits to landscapes, large and small.

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Santa Rosa, Show Your Creativity!

Enter your artwork for the chance to win prizes and scholarships

The National Arts Program® exhibit and competition is designed to honor the creativity which lies in us all. This annual program, sponsored by The National Arts Program Foundation, allows resi-dents of Santa Rosa or City of Santa Rosa employees and their families to enter one piece of artwork into a community exhibition at Finley Community Center. Registration is FREE and open to all ages and levels of experience. Cash prizes and art class scholarships are awarded in adult and youth categories. Santa Rosa is one of 82 venues across the country hosting National Arts Program exhibits, and we are celebrating our 12th year! Be a part of this exciting celebration of our community’s creativity.

Registration opens November 10, 2014: Register online at www.srcity.org/arts or pick up a registration form at Finley and Steele Lane Community Centers

Registration Deadline is January 9, 2015: Register early, limited to the first 200 entries!

Exhibit dates: February 2 – March 27, 2015

Awards Reception: Sunday, March 1, 3 – 5pmFinley Community Center 2060 West College Ave

For questions, or for volunteer andsponsorship opportunities, contact the Arts Specialist at (707) 543-4674.

JAMES CURTIS: “IN APPRECIATION OF LUTHER BURBANK”, THE NINTH STREET MURAL SKETCH, 1979December 20, 2014- February 26, 2015Reception: Fri., February 13, 5-7pm

This exhibition showcases the final sketch for the mural “In Appreciation of Luther Burbank”, that was under the 9th Street overpass for nearly 30 years. Having recently returned from display in Nebraska, this work is return-ing home to Sonoma County to be displayed for the first time in over two decades. Referencing Luther Burbank’s botanical innovations, and our own So-noma landscape, this mural captures a special moment in our history while it serves as a living document of a mural that was once an integral part of the Santa Rosa landscape.

WORK CONTINUES ON SANTA ROSA’S PUBLIC ART MASTER PLAN Project Supported by NEA Our Town Grant Funding

The City of Santa Rosa’s Art in Public Places Program has been working with consultant Todd Bressi since September, 2013. Partnering with Via Partnership, Bressi and his col-leagues have made several visits to Santa Rosa since beginning work on the Public Art Master Plan. Their focus has been on legislative research, community engagement, and plan development. Managing the project for the city is Arts Coordinator, Tara Matheny-Schuster, partnering with the Sonoma County Museum. Visit srcity.org/arts for current information about this project.

Looking for art & culture in Santa Rosa? Visit www.santarosaartsdistrict.com for a listing of events and activities in the Arts District!

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ENSEMBLE THEATER: “THE WIZARD OF OZ”

Take an imaginary journey with Dorothy to the Land of Oz where practically anything is possible! There are tiny munchkin people, helpful witches and evil ones, talk-ing animals, and dancing poppies. When Dorothy sets out to retrieve the Wicked Witch’s broom, she and her friends, the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Man, and the Scare-crow, discover inner strengths they never knew they had. Acting and singing in this delightful show will surely create memo-ries that will last a lifetime. Costumes and sets provided. Min 10 Max 16

Instructor: Bridget Palmer

(Age 7-13) 8 WeeksWed, 9/17-11/5 – 3:30-4:30pmDress Rehearsal: 11/5 from 3:30-5pmPerformance: 11/5 at 7pmProctor Terrace School1711 Bryden Lane$118 (S.R. Resident $108) #72299

(Age 7-13) 7 WeeksSat, 9/20-11/1 – 10:45am-12:15pmPerformance: 11/1 at 11:45amBennett Valley Senior Center, 704 Bennett Valley RoadCalifornia Room$123 (S.R. Resident $113) #72298

TINY TOTS THEATER: “THE PRINCESS WITH THE FROZEN HEART”

Young children love make-believe, magic, and play! We will use the characters and events from the movie Frozen, to create an opportunity for participants to dress up and use their imaginations as we playfully explore the memorable events in this story about two princesses, the secret which divides them, and the acts of love needed to bring them back together. Participants will have the opportunity to try out being different characters like the princesses, the trolls, the mountain man, or the friendly snowman Olaf, and will discover how fun it can be to prepare a “show” for their par-ents and friends which we will present on the last day of class. Costumes provided. Min 10 Max 16

Instructor: Bridget Palmer

(Age 4-6) 8 WeeksSat, 9/20-11/8 – 9:30-10:30amPerformance: 11/8 at 9:45amBennett Valley Senior Center704 Bennett Valley RoadCalifornia Room$118 (S.R. Resident $108) #72297


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TUTUS FOR TWOS (Age 2) 4 Dates

A wonderful world of imagination and ballet is created in this child/adult class, specifically designed for the “young-est” dancer! Miss Jeran creates a playful, stress-free atmosphere as young children are supported by a loving adult (parents, grandparents, aunt, nanny, etc. to develop awareness of their bodies, physical skills and creativity. Min 8 Max 10 (adult/child pairs)

Instructor: Jeran Urrutia, over 20 yrs dance and teaching experience, Director/Owner of Dance Innovations.

LOOK AT ME, I’M 3! (Age 3) 4 Dates

Ballet Tondues and twirls will delight danc-ers as they discover music and movement. Basic ballet routines and exercises explore all that a 3 year old can really do! Miss Jeran will guide your curious toddler in a simple dance class atmosphere that will allow playful creativity. Ballet style attire is suggested. Family and friends can visit the last class of the session. Min 8 Max 10


“PLAYING” BALLET (Age 3-4) 3-5 Dates

Using music, simple ballet and tumbling, children will explore the possibilities of dance. The atmosphere in this first ballet class is positive and non-competitive, allowing the child to “play” at his or her own level. Ballet style attire is suggested. Family and friends are invited to the last 15 minutes of the last class. Seasonal activities will be included in the 3 date sessions. Min 8 Max 10

Instructor: Marilyn Jakowchik, over 10 yrs experience with tap dance and teaching dance to young children, over 22 years of ballet dance experience.

TUTUS & TAP (Age 3-4) 3-5 Dates

Bring the dance experience to the young child in a fun, positive and relaxed group atmosphere! Ballet and tap moves are introduced, nurturing the creativity of the young child. Dancers need tap shoes to wear to class. *Ballet style attire and (labeled) shoes suggested. Family and friends are invited to the last 15 minutes of the last class. Seasonal activities will be included in the 3 date sessions. Min 8 Max 10

Instructor: Marilyn Jakowchik, over 10 yrs experience with tap dance and teaching dance to young children, over 22 years of ballet dance experience.

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JINGLE BELL ROCK DANCE NEW(Age 3-6) 3 Dates

Celebrate the season with dance! Holiday music will delight this class in a fun and positive way. Dancers learn basic steps while shaking jingle bells, ‘decorating the halls’, and prancing! Dance attire is sug-gested. 3 yrs - Min 8 Max 104-6 yr - Min 10 Max 12

Instructor: Jeran Urrutia (see Look at Me, I’m 3! Bio)

More classes to check out! Aloha Hula for Kids see page 12 for details.


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Tutus for Two - Class fee is $52 (S.R. Resident $42) *3 Dates $41 (S.R. Resident $31) Jeran Urrutia(4 Dates) 72544 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 9/3-9/24 10:15-11:15am(4 Dates) 72545 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 10/1-10/22 10:15-11:15am(4 Dates) 72546 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 10/29-11/19 10:15-11:15am(*3 Dates) 72574 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 12/3-12/17 10:15-11:15am(4 Dates) 72570 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Mon 1/5-2/2 (No 1/19) 9-10am

Tutus for Two - Class fee is $72 (S.R. Resident $62) Jeran Urrutia(6 Dates) 72676 Finley/Live Oak Rm 2 Wed 1/7-2/11 10:15-11:15am

Look at Me, I’m 3! - Class fee is $52 (S.R. Resident $42) Jeran Urrutia(4 Dates) 72583 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 9/8-9/29 10-11am(4 Dates) 72548 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 11/3-11/24 10-11am(4 Dates) 72549 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 1/5-2/2 (No 1/19) 10:15-11:15am

Look at Me, I’m 3! - Class fee is $41 (S.R. Resident $31) Jeran Urrutia(3 Weeks) 72547 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 10/13-10/27 10-11am

“Playing” Ballet - Class fee is $50 (S.R. Resident $40) Marilyn Jakowchik(4 Dates) 72557 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 9/4-9/25 9-10am(4 Dates) 72567 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 10/2-10/23 9-10am(4 Dates) 72568 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 10/30-11/20 9-10am(4 Dates) 72578 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 9/5-9/26 10:30-11:30am(4 Dates) 72579 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 10/10-10/31 10:30-11:30am

“Playing” Ballet - Falling Leaves - Class fee is $40 (S.R. Resident $30) Marilyn Jakowchik(3 Dates) 72580 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 11/7-11/21 10:30-11:30am

“Playing” Ballet - Winter Ice & Snow - Class fee is $40 (S.R. Resident $30) Marilyn Jakowchik(3 Dates) 72577 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 12/4-12/18 9-10am

“Playing” Ballet - Class fee is $60 (S.R. Resident $50) Marilyn Jakowchik(5 Dates) 72655 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Thu 1/15-2/12 9-10am(5 Dates) 72581 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 1/16-2/13 10:30-11:30am

Jingle Bell Rock Dance! - Class fee is $41 (S.R. Resident $31) Jeran Urrutia(3 Dates) 72691 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3 Mon 12/1-12/15 10-11am(3 Dates) 72692 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4-6 Mon 12/1-12/15 4-5pm

Tutus and Tap - Class fee is $50 (S.R. Resident $40) Marilyn Jakowchik(4 Dates) 72551 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 9/2-9/23 9-10am(4 Dates) 72552 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 9/30-10/21 9-10am(4 Dates) 72553 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 10/28-11/25 (No 11/11) 9-10am (4 Dates) 72554 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 9/5-9/26 9:15-10:15am(4 Dates) 72555 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 10/10-10/31 9:15-10:15am

Tutus and Tap - Falling Leaves - Class fee is $40 (S.R. Resident $30) Marilyn Jakowchik(3 Dates) 72556 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 11/7-11/21 9:15-10:15am

Tutus and Tap - Winter Ice & Snow - Class fee is $40 (S.R. Resident $30) Marilyn Jakowchik(3 Dates) 72598 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 12/2-12/16 9-10am

Tutus and Tap - Class fee is $60 (S.R. Resident $50) Marilyn Jakowchik(5 Dates) 72569 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Tue 1/13-2/10 9-10am(5 Dates) 72576 Finley/Live Oak Rm 3-4 Fri 1/16-2/13 9:15-10:15am

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Tutus & Tap - Class fee is $78 (S.R. Resident $68) *5 Dates $53 (S.R. Resident $43) Marilyn Jakowchik(8 Dates) 72564 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4-5 Fri 9/5-10/31 (No class 10/3) 3:30-4:30pm (*5 Dates) 72565 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4-5 Fri 11/7-12/19 (No class 11/28, 12/5) 3:30-4:30pm(*5 Dates) 72656 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4-5 Fri 1/16-2/13 3:30-4:30pm

Ballet & Tap - Class fee is $78 (S.R. Resident $68) *5 Dates $53 (S.R. Resident $43) Marilyn Jakowchik(8 Dates) 72585 Finley/Live Oak Rm 6-7 Fri 9/5-10/31 (No class 10/3) 4:45-5:45pm (*5 Dates) 72657 Finley/Live Oak Rm 6-7 Fri 11/7-12/19 (No class 11/28, 12/5) 4:45-5:45pm(*5 Dates) 72658 Finley/Live Oak Rm 6-7 Fri 1/16-2/13 4:45-5:45pm

Aloha Hula for Kids - Class fee is $36 (S.R. Resident $26) Krista Strickland (5 Dates) 72326 Finley/Live Oak 4-12 Sat 10/11-11/15 (No class 11/1) 9:30-10:30am (5 Dates) 72327 Finley/Live Oak 4-12 Sat 1/10-2/7 9:30-10:30am

Children’s Ballet - Class fee is $62 (S.R. Resident $52) Jeran Urrutia (6 Dates) 72560 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4 Mon 9/8-10/13 3:30-4:30pm (6 Dates) 72561 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-6 Mon 9/8-10/13 4:45-5:45pm (6 Dates) 72582 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4 Mon 10/20-11/24 3:30-4:30pm (6 Dates) 72562 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-6 Mon 10/20-11/24 4:45-5:45pm

Children’s Ballet - Class fee is $53 (S.R. Resident $43) Jeran Urrutia (5 Dates) 72690 Finley/Live Oak Rm 4 Mon 1/5-2/9 (No class 1/19) 3:30-4:30pm (5 Dates) 72563 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-6 Mon 1/5-2/9 (No class 1/19 ) 4:45-5:45pm

CHILDREN’S BALLET (Age 4-6) 5-6 Weeks

Develop the physical and mental skills of ballet. These classes provide specific barre and floor exercises and are taught age appropriately, providing the young dancer a nurturing framework in which to begin their ballet training. Miss Jeran uses “play” as the basis for learning. Ballet shoes and attire suggested. Friends and family are invited to the last 15 minutes of the last class. Min 10 Max 12


BALLET & TAP (AGE 6-7) 5-8 Dates

Fun, festive music and props bring a cre-ative and nurturing dance experience to a slightly older child as they are introduced to ballet and tap moves. Dancers will need tap shoes. Ballet style shoes and attire are suggested and dancers should come wearing tap shoes and bring labeled ballet slippers. Family and friends are invited to watch the last class. Min 10 Max 10

Instructor: Marilyn Jakowchik, over 10 yrs experience teaching dance to young chil-dren, over 10 yrs Tap dance experience, over 22 years ballet dance experience.

TUTUS & TAP (Age 4-5) 3-4 Dates

Ballet and tap moves are introduced, nurturing the creativity of the young child. Dancers need tap shoes to wear to class. *Ballet style attire and (labeled) shoes sug-gested. Family and friends are invited to the last 15 minutes of the last class. Min 10 Max 10

Instructor: Marilyn Jakowchik, over 10 years tap dance and teaching experience, over 22 years of ballet experience.

ALOHA HULA FOR KIDS! (AGE 4-12) 5 Dates

Come and learn age-appropriate basic hula steps and hand motions while learn-ing Hawaiian words and songs. A great introduction to the art of hula tailored for a young child. Wear comfortable clothing: shorts, loose pants, t-shirts, and bring water! A pa’u hula cloth skirt will be provided or the information to make your own will be available at the class. Min 8 Max 12

Instructor: Krista Strickland, over 15 years, experience with a foundation of Mark Ho’omalu’s teachings, 7 yrs assisting and teaching children and adults.

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TEEN BABYSITTER (Age 12-15) 1 Day

In this two-day class you will learn about how to set up your babysitting jobs like a real business. Practice baby care with life-like, newborn dolls. Learn how to diaper, bathe and dress infants. Be pre-pared for any emergency. You will learn infant and child CPR and safety. Upon successful completion you will receive a CPR card through the American Heart Association and a babysitters certificate from The HealthSource at KidSake that you can show potential employers. This program is offered in partnership with The HealthSource at KidSake. There will be a $20 materials fee (cash only) payable to The HealthSource at KidSake due at the first class for an informative book that you keep, a CPR barrier device, CPR card and certificate. Please provide your ownsnacks and lunch for both days. All classes held at the HealthSource at KidSake, 2999 Cleve-land Ave., Suite C (across the street from Wells Fargo Bank) Min 10 Max 30

Instructor: The HealthSource at KidSake (546-4656)

Mon/Tues, 12/29 & 12/309:30am-2:30pm$88 (S.R. Resident $78)#72810

Sat/Sun, 2/7 & 2/8 –9:30-2:30pm$88 (S.R. Resident $78)#72811

Note: For safety reasons, parents required to sign in and out when dropping off and pick-ing up their children. Any parent or guardian arriving late for pick-up will be charged a late fee in 15 minute increments - $15 for 15 minutes late, $30 for 30 minutes late, etc.

WHAT WERE YOU BORN TO DO? (Age 16+) 1 Day

You were born to make a unique contribu-tion to humanity. Progressing toward this purpose brings joy and abundance. Stray-ing from this path causes stress and empti-ness. To accomplish this purpose, one of the 33 Natural Talents is wired into your DNA. It is so subtle, you rarely notice it; yet so powerful, it’s the source of your highest potential. Expressing your Natural Talent ignites passion- relentlessly pursuing it evolves into your destiny. Elvis, Oprah and Einstein were all just “doing what came naturally.” Discover your Natural Talent, how to apply it to all aspects of life, and why it is the source of everything you desire. A materials fee of $30 will be due to the instructor at the workshop. Min 10 Max 12

Instructor: Curtis Adney, MS, JD, has a Juris Doctor degree from Brigham Young Universi-ty, and teaches at Fresno State. He is a career consultant, and author of a forthcoming book: Pinpoint Your Destiny.

Sat, 11/1 – 1-5pmFinley/Willow Rm$54 (S.R. Resident $44)#72680

TEST TAKING SECRETS FOR JOBS & SCHOOL (Age 12+) 1 Day

Those who test well excel in school, get better jobs quicker, and get promoted faster. Discover NEW ways to excel on all tests—by focusing on key underlying prin-ciples that apply to all academic exams (from junior high to graduate school); all standardized tests (from the SAT, APs, and Exit Exam, to the BAR Exam); and any em-ployment, entrance, and promotion exam. Learn how to prevent test anxiety, increase focus and concentration, and reason-your-way to the right answer. Discover the 3 biggest mistakes every test-taker makes—and how to correct them—NOW! A $30 material fee is payable to instructor at the workshop. Min 10 Max 12

Instructor: Curtis Adney graduated at the top of his college class with a 4.0 GPA, and has a Juris Doctor degree from BYU.

Sat, 11/1 – 9-12pmFinley/Willow Rm$48 (S.R. Resident $38)#72679


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UNDER THE SEA FATHER & DAUGHTER BALL(Age 5+) 1 Day Bring your favorite girl to an “Under the Sea” father and daughter dance. Designed but not limited to young ladies grades K-5. Dads (or other favorite escorts) and their daughters will create a special memory as they dance to fun music, visit with a ‘real’ princess and enjoy fun activities, light refreshments and more surprises. A family fun event with no gender requirements. Pre-registration is required.

Sat, 2/21 – 6-8:30pmFinley/Person Auditorium$30 per couple Extra Youth ticket $10 (limit one additional youth per escort)#72934

MADE TO WEAR NEW(Age 9-13 & 14-18) 1 Day

You don’t need fancy kits or $100’s in ma-terials & tools to make great accessories. Create jewelry, scarves, & much more like those sold at the mall or in magazines by using basic items found at many stores or around your own house. 3 different items will be made during every class to take home & wear or give as gifts. Bring a pair of sharp scissors. Material fees included in price. Min 6 Max 12

Instructor: Jessica Snowden – see bio under “Intro to Basic Treasure Hunting.”

(Age 9-13) Sat, 9/20 - 9:30-12:00pmFinley/Maple Rm$43 (S.R. Residents $33)#72751

(Age 9-13) Sat, 12/13 – 9:30-12:00pmFinley/Maple Rm$43 (S.R. Residents $33)#72759




More classes to check out! Balloon Art, Twisting the Night Away see page 31 for details.

INTRO TO BASIC TREASURE HUNTING (Age 8-12) 1 Day

Geocaching & Letterboxing are world-wide exploration games. Learn the basics of what they are including solving clues & be-coming more aware of your surroundings. You will create your own Letterbox stamp & “cache swag”. We’ll finish class by looking for a “cache” treasure. Wear comfortable clothes & shoes for the weather. Please bring a small snack & water for break. Min 6 Max 10

Instructor: Jessica Snowden is a Santa Rosa mom who has taught children for over 20 years as a school aide & community club leader.

Sat, 9/13 – 9:00-12:00pmFinley/Maple Rm$40 (S.R. Residents $30)#72750



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Tunes for Tots - Little Singer - Class Fee is $33 (S.R. Resident $23) TBA(4 Dates) 72407 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 Mon 9/29-10/20 9:15 – 10am(4 Dates) 72410 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 Tue 9/30-10/21 10:30 – 11:15 (4 Dates) 72411 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 Tue 11/18-12/16 (No class 11/25) 10:30 – 11:15am (4 Dates) 72409 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 Mon 1/12-2/9 (No class 1/19) 9:15 – 10am(4 Dates) 72412 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 Tue 1/13-2/3 10:30 – 11:15am

Tunes for Tots - Little Singers - Class Fee is $45 (S.R. Resident $35) TBA(6 Dates) 72408 Finley/Maple Rm 3-4 Mon 11/3-12/15 (No class 11/24) 9:15 – 10am

Tunes for Tots - Big Singers - Class Fee is $40 (S.R. Resident $30) TBA(4 Dates) 72413 Finley/Maple Rm 4-5 Tue 9/30-10/21 9- 10am(4 Dates) 72414 Finley/Maple Rm 4-5 Tue 11/18-12/16 (No 11/25) 9 -10am (4 Dates) 72415 Finley/Maple Rm 4-5 Tue 1/13-2/3 9 – 10am

TUNES FOR TOTS – LITTLE SINGERS! (Age 3-4) 4-6 Dates NEW

Watch your little one blossom with music and song! Through age-appropriate exer-cises and activities, your child will discover musical concepts like loud and quiet, pitch and beat in a group environment, and then apply and practice these basic fundamentals though imagination as they develop vocal and language skills. Simple rhythm, expressive sounds, repetition, and creative play make it fun! Child-safe instruments are provided, including drums and shakers. Spaces are limited so sign up early! Min 8 Max 8

Instructor: TBA

TUNES FOR TOTS –BIG SINGERS!(Age 4-5) 4 Dates NEW

Come build strong vocals and fun memo-ries in this stimulating environment for early childhood singing! Through imagi-nation, short stories, songs and rhymes, your child will explore the beginnings of music practicum. Song and instrumental play about weather, color and animal association offer self-expression, and child-safe instruments will be provided, including drums and shakers. Classes are designed to help your child develop vocal and language skills through instruction, exercising patience, taking turns and so-cialization. Each session will introduce new themes, keeping the atmosphere fun and fresh! Spaces are limited so sign up early! Min 8 Max 10

Instructor: TBA

More classes to check out! Kidding Around Yoga see page 21 for details.


Baby Kindergym - 4 Dates Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) *5 Dates $41 (S.R. Resident $31)

(Session 1) 71869 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Mon 8/25-9/22 (No class 9/1) 11-11:45pm TBA 71864 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Wed 8/27-9/17 9:15-10am TBA 71879 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Thu 8/28-9/18 9:15-10am TBA 71873 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Sat 9/6-9/27 9:30-10:15am Sandy C.

(Session 2) 71870 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Mon 9/29-10/20 11-11:45pm TBA 71865 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Wed 10/1-10/22 9:15-10am TBA 71880 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Thu 10/2-10/23 9:15-10am TBA 71874 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Sat 10/11-11/1 9:30-10:15am Sandy C.

(Session 3) 71871 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Mon* 11/3-12/8 (No class 11/24) 1-11:45pm TBA 71866 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Wed* 11/5-12/10 (No class 11/26) 9:15-10am TBA 71881 Finley/Valley/Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Thu* 11/6-12/11 (No class 11/27) 9:15-10am TBA 71875 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Sat* 11/8-12/20 (No class 11/29,12/6) 9:30-10:15am Sandy C.

(Session 4) 71872 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Mon 1/12-2/9 (No class 1/19) 11-11:45am TBA 71867 Finley/Valley/Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Wed* 1/14-2/11 9:15-10am TBA 71882 Finley/Valley/Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Thu* 1/15-2/12 9:15-10am TBA 71876 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 8mo -1½ Sat* 1/17-2/14 9:30-10:15am Sandy C.

*This is a 5 date class.

BABY KINDERGYM(Age 8 to 18 mos.) 4-5 Dates

Play, socialize, and build strong bodies and fun memories! This class for crawlers and beginning walkers, offers a stimulat-ing and safe environment where child and parent can explore and grow together. Equipment is geared towards this young age group, with time for open play, songs and hand games.

Adult/child ratio is 1 to 1.Min 10 Max 16

Instructor: Sandy Cavaliere

FAMILY KINDERGYM (Age 1-3) 4-5 Dates

The benefits of family support and social activities can help a young child work to-wards a more successful future. Help your child thrive as they crawl, run, jump and play with peers, increase body awareness, and participate in group activities with the help of his or her parent/adult caregivers.

Adult/child ratio is 1 to 1.The course fee includes achild/adult pair. Min 10 Max 14

Instructors: Sandy Cavaliere


Family Kindergym - 4 Week Class fee is $39 (S.R. Resident $29) 5 Weeks $46 (S.R. Resident $36) Sandy C.

(Session 1) 72416 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1-3 Sat 9/6-9/27 10:45-11:45am(Session 2) 72417 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1-3 Sat 10/11-11/1 10:45-11:45am(Session 3) 72418 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1-3 Sat* 11/8-12/20 10:45-11:45am (No class 11/29, 12/6) (Session 4) 72419 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1-3 Sat* 1/17-2/14 10:45-11:45am


NEED A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE?

One day Drop-in fee: Baby Gym: $8. Family Gym: $10. Call ahead first (543-3737) then register at the front desk before class.

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Kindergym - 4 Dates Class fee is $39 (S.R. Resident $29) *5 Dates - $46 (S.R. Resident $36)

(Session 1) 72422 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1 - 2½ Wed 8/27-9/17 10:30-11:30am TBA 72440 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1½ - 3½ Thu 8/28-9/18 10:30-11:30am TBA 72430 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1 - 2½ Fri 8/29-9/19 9:15-10:15am Lacey F. 72431 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 2 - 3½ Fri 8/29-9/19 10:30-11:30am Lacey F.

(Session 2) 72424 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1 - 2½ Wed 10/1-10/22 10:30-11:30am TBA 72441 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1½ - 3½ Thu 10/2-10/23 10:30-11:30am TBA 72433 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1 - 2½ Fri 10/3-10/24 9:15-10:15am Lacey F. 72434 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 2 - 3½ Fri 10/3-10/24 10:30-11:30am Lacey F. (Session 3) 72426 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1 - 2½ Wed* 11/5-12/10 10:30-11:30am TBA (No class 11/26) 72442 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1½ - 3½ Thu* 11/6-12/11 (No class 11/27) 10:30-11:30am TBA 72436 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1 - 2½ Fri* 11/7-12/19 9:15-10:15am Lacey F. (No class 11/28, 12/5) 72437 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 2 - 3½ Fri* 11/7-12/19 10:30-11:30am Lacey F. (No class 11/28, 12/5) (Session 4) 72428 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1 - 2½ Wed* 1/14-2/11 10:30-11:30am TBA 72443 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1½ - 3½ Thu* 1/15-2/12 10:30-11:30am TBA 72438 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 1 - 2½ Fri* 1/16-2/13 9:15-10:15am Lacey F. 72439 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 2 - 3½ Fri* 1/16-2/13 10:30-11:30am Lacey F.


KINDERGYM(Age 1-3½ Yrs) 4-5 Dates

Build strong bodies and fun memories! Supporting your child through social activities can enable him/her towards success. These classes are designed to help your child thrive as they crawl, run, jump and play with peers, increase body awareness, and participate in group activities with the help of his or her parent/adult care giver. The stimulating environment is scaled to the child’s needs, enticing your child to explore their surroundings and abilities. Class format is open play, with special parachute and song time.

Adult/child ratio is 1 to 1.NOTE: To keep this time safe and special for you and your child, please do not bring siblings or friends to class. Min 10 Max 16Instructor: Lacey Fichera

NEED A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE?

One day Kindergym Drop-in fee: $10. Call ahead (543-3737) then register at the front desk before class.

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Toddler Gymnastics – Class fee $65 (S.R. Resident $55) 72599 3-5 Tue 8/26-9/16 11-11:45am72600 3-5 Wed 8/27-9/17 11-11:45am72601 3-5 Thu 8/28-9/18 11-11:45am72602 3-5 Fri 8/29-9/19 11-11:45am72603 3-5 Sat 8/30-9/20 9-9:45am72604 3-5 Tue 9/30-10/21 11-11:45am72605 3-5 Wed 10/1-10/22 11-11:45am72606 3-5 Thu 10/2-10/23 11-11:45am72607 3-5 Fri 10/3-10/24 11-11:45am72608 3-5 Sat 10/4-10/25 9-9:45am72609 3-5 Tue 11/4-11/25 11-11:45am72610 3-5 Wed 11/5-11/26 11-11:45am72611 3-5 Thu 11/6-12/4 (No class 11/27) 11-11:45am72612 3-5 Fri 11/7-12/5 (No class 11/28) 11-11:45am 72613 3-5 Sat 11/8-12/6 (No class 11/29) 9-9:45am72614 3-5 Tue 12/9-12/30 11-11:45am72615 3-5 Wed 12/10-1/14 (No class 12/24, 12/31) 11-11:45am72616 3-5 Thu 12/11-1/15 (No class 12/25, 1/1) 11-11:45am72617 3-5 Fri 12/12-1/2 11-11:45am72618 3-5 Sat 12/13-1/3 9-9:45am72619 3-5 Tue 1/20-2/10 11-11:45am72620 3-5 Wed 1/21-2/11 11-11:45am72621 3-5 Thu 1/22-2/12 11-11:45am72622 3-5 Fri 1/23-2/13 11-11:45am72653 3-5 Sat 1/24-2/14 9-9:45am

Basic Gymnastics – Class fee $73 (S.R. Resident $63) 72623 5-10 Tue 8/26-9/16 3:30-4:30pm72624 5-10 Thu 8/28-9/18 4:30-5:30pm72625 5-10 Tue 9/30-10/21 3:30-4:30pm72626 5-10 Thu 10/2-10/23 4:30-5:30pm72627 5-10 Tue 11/4-11/25 3:30-4:30pm72628 5-10 Thu 11/6-12/4 (No class 11/27) 4:30-5:30pm72629 5-10 Tue 12/9-12/30 3:30-4:30pm 72630 5-10 Thu 12/11-1/15 (No class 12/25, 1/1) 4:30-5:30pm72631 5-10 Tue 1/20-2/10 3:30-4:30pm72632 5-10 Thu 1/22-2/12 4:30-5:30pm

TODDLER AND BASIC GYMNASTICS AT SANTA ROSA GYMNASTICS CENTER! (SRGC)(Age 3-5 and 5-10) 4 Weeks

Join the fun at Santa Rosa Gymnastics where boys and girls will climb, swing, roll, jump and flip their way to a healthy mind and body! Your child will have a blast learning basic gymnastic skills on all the Olympic apparatus, as well as 3 differ-ent types of trampolines. This positive and well-structured program includes specially-designed and scaled equip-ment to help them gain important motor skills, increase body awareness, strength, coordination and confidence. No experi-ence necessary. Complete viewing area for family and friends. Please wear moveable clothing (no zippers, buttons or snaps), all hair must be tied back, no jewelry and bare feet only. Release forms must be completed for each child by a par-ent/guardian before attending lessons. Release forms provided at SR Gymnastics. **All classes are held at Santa Rosa Gym-nastics Center (SRGC), 2210 Bluebell Drive in Santa Rosa (525-1720). FYI: SRGC has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1 and the Rec and Parks maximum registration number is not necessarily the maximum number allowed at the SRCGC camps.

Toddler Gymnastics: Min 6 Max 9 Basic Gymnastics: Min 5 Max 10

Instructor: SRGC Staff, CPR & First Aid Certified and members of USAG & US AIGC

BEGINNING BATON TWIRLING NEW(Age 8-12) 4 Dates

Have fun with baton twirling! Basic twirling skills with dance steps will be presented, along with simple forma-tion and marching techniques, giving the young child a chance to develop coordination, expression and fun visual skills! A baton is required and price ranges from ap-proximately $7 to $30. Baton length should be from the child’s shoulder to palm of hand or to wrist. Questions? Email Pam at [email protected] Min 8 Max 12

Instructor: Pam Svetlik, participated in drill teams and marching bands for many years. Dancer, performer and retired elementary school teacher.

Wed, 4:30-5:30pmPerson Senior Wing/Rm 25$37 (S.R. Resident $27)

Session 1 Wed, 8/27-9/17#72335

Session 2 Wed, 10/8-10/29#72343

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Fitness & Sports

Course Barcode Location Age Day Date Time

Samurai Sprouts-Aikido - Class fee is $37 (S.R. Resident $27)

(4 Dates) 72402 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 5-7 Wed 10/1-10/22 3:30-4:15pm (4 Dates) 72399 Finley/Valley Oak Rm 5-7 Wed 1/7-1/28 3:30-4:15pm

Beg. Kenpo Karate - Class fee is $45 (S.R. Resident $35)

(8 Dates) 72529 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 8/26-9/18 4:45-5:30pm(8 Dates) 72534 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 8/26-9/18 5:30-6:15pm(8 Dates) 72530 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 9/30-10/23 4:45-5:30pm (8 Dates) 72535 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 9/30-10/23 5:30-6:15pm

Beg. Kenpo Karate - Class fee is $58 (S.R. Resident $48) 12 Dates $63 (S.R. Resident $53)

(11 Dates) 72531 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 11/4-12/18 4:45-5:30pm (No class 11/11, 11/27, 12/4) (11 Dates) 72536 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 11/4-12/18 5:30-6:15pm (No class 11/11, 11/27, 12/4) (12 Dates) 72532 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 1/6-2/12 4:45-5:30pm (12 Dates) 72537 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 1/6-2/12 5:30-6:15pm

Interm. Kenpo Karate - Class fee is $45 (S.R. Resident $35)

(8 Dates) 72539 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 8/26-9/18 6:15-7pm (8 Dates) 72540 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 9/30-10/23 6:15-7pm

Interm. Kenpo Karate - Class fee is $58 (S.R. Resident $48) 12 Dates Class fee is $63 (S.R. Resident $53)

(11 Dates) 72541 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 11/4-12/18 6:15-7pm (No class 11/11, 11/27, 12/4) (12 Dates) 72542 Finley/Live Oak Rm 5-13 T/Th 1/6-2/12 6:15-7pm

SAMURAI SPROUTS-AIKIDO(Age 5-7) 4 Dates

Based on the principles of Aikido, the Martial Art of Peace, Samurai Sprouts offers joyful practices without technical rigor. Students develop centering, cooperation, commit-ment and coordination while having a great time. Active games, sharing, art and nature nourish the whole child. Optional cost: uni-form, details given in class. Min 7 Max 12

Instructor Michelle Keip, RN, Black Belt has been teaching health and training in the martial arts since 1976 and is the co-founder of Wellspring Aikido

BEGINNING AMERICAN KENPO KARATE(Age 5-13) 8-12 Dates

Martial Arts students attempt to gain harmony of body, mind, and spirit. This class is designed to provide instruction leading to accomplishment of the level of Black Belt with focus on Self Defense techniques, Kata (forms), Kumite, fitness, and philosophy

INTERMEDIATE KENPO KARATE(Age 5-13) 8-12 Dates

Move ahead in belt advancement with this intermediate next-step class. The instructor will continue to address needs and goals for students to move forward in achieving rank, self-confidence, discipline, flexibility, and respect. Optional costs: uniform and certification for belt advance-ment. Details given at the first class. Min.15 Max. 30

Instructor: Dr. Tom Porter, 6th Degree Black Belt, Martial Arts instructor since 1982, Clinical Psychology PhD.

resulting in achieving rank (white belt through black belt), self confidence, disci-pline, flexibility, and respect. Optional costs: uniform and certification for belt advance-ment. Details will be given at the first class. Min 18 Max 35

Instructor: Tom Porter, Clinical Psychology PhD, 6th Degree Black Belt, Martial Arts instructor since 1982.

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10 & UNDER TENNIS (Age 5-10)

Designed and structured for kids to learn, rally, and play quickly in a rewarding and enjoyable fashion. In a decision that will fundamentally change the future land-scape of tennis in the United States, 10 and Under Tennis caters to a child’s age and size by tailoring the equipment, court dimensions, and scoring system. All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave.

Mon, Wed5:30-6:30pm$60 (S.R. Resident $50)

8/18-8/27 #728969/1 -9/10 #729019/15-9/24 #728979/29-10/8 #7289810/13-10/22 #7289910/27-11/5 #7290011/10-11/19 #72902

BEGINNER (Age 6-12)

Class provides basics of tennis. An empha-sis is placed on fun.

ADVANCED BEGINNER (Age 6-16)

This fun class provides a review of the ba-sics as well as an introduction to scoring. Students must be able to rally with other students before entering this class.

All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave.

Mon, Wed5:30-6:30pm$60 (S.R. Resident $50)

8/18-8/27 #728489/1-9/10 #728499/15-9/24 #728509/29-10/8 #7285110/13-10/22 #7285210/27-11/5 #7285311/10-11/19 #72854

INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED TOURNAMENT PREP TENNIS (Age 8-17)

This class is for students who play com-petitively. Emphasis is on conditioning, strategy, drills, and positive court behavior. This class is designed to prepare players for high school/tournament level tennis. All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave.

Mon, Wed, Sun4-5:30pm, Sun 4-6pm$80 (S.R. Resident $70)

9/1-9/28 #728949/29-10/26 #72895

ADVANCED JUNIOR TENNIS

Players train in a highly competitive (but fun!) atmosphere. Most training sessions include instruction, drilling and play. Players are expected to compete outside of class. Attention is paid to strategy and tennis theory. All classes are run by Jason Beard. For more information, call 217-7785 or email [email protected] WANTED!

Call 543-3281 for information about volunteer coaching.

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YOUTH OUTDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE(Age 4-7) Boys and Girls

Practices are once a week with games on Saturdays. Sign-ups will continue until Sep-tember 4, 2013, or until leagues are full.

Sat, 9/20-10/25 – Time, TBARincon Valley Community Park $80 (S.R. Resident $70)#70528

YOUTH BASKETBALL(Grades K-3) Boys and Girls

Sign-ups for this fun and exciting league will continue through November 5, 2014 or until leagues are full. Registration fee includes a pre-season clinic to be held on Saturday, December 6 at Sheppard Elementary School Gym.

Grades K-1Sat, 1/10-2/21 – Time, TBASteele Lane Community Center/Sheppard Elementary Gymnasium*$85 (S.R. Resident $75)#72932

Grades 2-3Sat, 1/11-2/22 – Time, TBASteele Lane Community Center/Sheppard Elementary Gymnasium*$85 (S.R. Resident $75)#72933

WINTER BASKETBALL CAMPBoys and Girls

Run by the City of Santa Rosa Sports Staff, participants will learn and build upon the fundamentals of basketball through les-sons, drills and games.

Ages 5-7Mon-Wed –12/29-12/319am-12pm (Half Day)Half Day: $60 (S.R. Residents $50)#72909

Ages 7-14Mon-Wed – 12/29-12/319am-3pm (Full Day)Full Day: $85 (S.R. Residents $75) #72910

KIDDING AROUND YOGA! NEW(Age 7-12) 6 Dates

Embrace your inner ‘warrior’ or ‘goddess’ in this youth yoga class. Original music, games, and fun activities guide children through yoga poses, as well as basic breathing and simple meditation tech-niques. Bring focus, calmness, and balance into harmony! Please wear comfortable clothing. Namaste! Min 10 Max 12

Instructor: Nikki Syth, MSW, certified Mind-fulness Instructor for children, and passion-ate about introducing children to yoga in a FUN way.

Person Senior Wing/Rm 25 $52 (S.R. Resident $42)

Mon – 9/8-10/20(No Class 9/22)5-6pm#73282

Mon – 11/3-12/15(No Class 11/24)5-6pm#73283


YO U T HTot Classes

FINLEY TEENY TINY TOTS(Age 2-3)

You and your 2-3 year old are invited to join other children in a safe, stimulat-ing and creative environ-ment. Lots of planned arts and crafts project as well as story time, singing songs, games and having fun in the outdoor enclosed play area. Our teachers are ready to prepare your child for the next step up to our Tiny Tots program and we ask that one parent or adult accom-pany each child. Min 10 Max 12

Instructors: Kim Hatch and Shannon Pope

Barcode Location Age Day Date Time Fee

Session I – 4 weeks72665 Finley/Madrone Rm 2-3 T,Th 8/26-9/18 9-10am $78 (S.R. Resident $68) 72666 Finley/Madrone Rm 2-3 T,Th 8/26-9/18 10:30-11:30am $78 (S.R. Resident $68)

Session II - 4 Weeks72667 Finley/Madrone Rm 2-3 T,Th 9/30-10/23 9-10am $78 (S.R. Resident $68)72668 Finley/Madrone Rm 2-3 T,Th 9/30-10/23 10:30-11:30am $78 (S.R. Resident $68)

Session III - 5 Weeks72659 Finley/Madrone Rm 2-3 T,Th 11/4-12/11* 9-10am $86 (S.R. Resident $76)72660 Finley/Madrone Rm 2-3 T,Th 11/4-12/11* 10:30-11:30am $86 (S.R. Resident $76) *(No class Veterans Day 11/11) *(No class 11/24-11/28 Thanksgiving Break)

Session IV - 5 Weeks72661 Finley/Madrone Rm 2-3 T,Th 1/6- 2/5/15 9-10am $94 (S.R. Resident $84)72662 Finley/Madrone Rm 2-3 T,Th 1/6-2/5/15 10:30-11:30am $94 (S.R. Resident $84)


YO U T HTot Classes

STEELE LANE TINY TOTS(Age 3-5)

The Steele Lane Tiny Tots program will provide a caring and nurturing environment for 3-5 year olds to grow in confidence and ability. Tiny Tots teach-ers will help strengthen Kindergarten readiness through art, songs, sto-ries and socialization as well as organized physical activities with our Kindergym equipment & jumpy in our enclosed Hub room. This valuable readiness program is something your child won’t want to miss! Snacks will be provided. Children must be toilet trained, please (no pull-ups). Proof of age may be requested. Min 10 Max 15

Instructors: Maritza and Carmen

Barcode Location Age Day Date Time Fee

Session I – 4 weeks72787 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 M,W,F 8/25-9/19 9-11:30am $164 (S.R.Resident $154) ( No class 9/1, makeup class on 9/22)72786 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 T,Th 8/26-9/18 9-11:30am $112 (S.R. Resident $102)

Session II – 4 Weeks72794 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 M,W,F 9/29-10/24 9-11:30am $164 (S.R. Resident $154) 72788 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 T,Th 9/30-10/23 9-11:30am $112 (S.R. Resident $102)

Session III – 3 Weeks72795 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 M,W,F 11/3-11/21 9-11:30am $126 (S.R. Resident $116)72789 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 T,Th 11/4-11/20 9-11:30am $74 (S.R. Resident $64) (No class 11/11 no make up)

Session IV – 3 Weeks72796 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 M,W,F 12/1-12/19 9-11:30am $126 (S.R. Resident $116) 72790 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 T,Th 12/2-12/18 9-11:30am $87 (S.R. Resident $77)

Session V – 3 Weeks72797 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 M,W,F 1/5-1/23 9-11:30am $113 (S.R. Resident $103) (No class 1/19 no make up)72791 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 T, Th 1/6-1/22 9-11:30am $87 (S.R. Resident $77)

Session VI – 3 Weeks 72798 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 M,W,F 1/26-2/13 9-11:30a $126 (S.R.Resident $116)72792 Steele Lane / Rm 1 3-5 T,Th 1/27-2/12 9-11:30a $87 (S.R. Resident $77)

FINLEY TINY TOTS(Age 3-5)

Plenty of fun projects are in store for your 3-5 year old child and our instruc-tors will provide a caring and nurturing environment for participants to grow in confidence and ability. The program is designed to strengthen Kindergarten readiness through art, songs, stories and socialization as well as physical activities in-corporating games, rhythm and music, and our enclosed outdoor play area. Snacks will be provided. Children must be toilet trained, please (no pull ups). Proof of age may be requested. Min 10 Max 15

Instructors: Kim Hatch and Jen Espinoza.

Barcode Location Age Day Date Time

Session I – 4 weeks $169 (S.R. Resident $159)72669 Finley/Madrone Rm 3-5 M, W, F 8/25-9/22 9-11:30am (No class Labor Day - 9/1- Make up 9/22)

Session II - 4 Weeks $169 (S.R. Resident $159)72670 Finley/Madrone Rm 3-5 M, W, F 9/29-10/24 9-11:30am

Session III - 5 Weeks $208 (S.R. Resident $198)72674 Finley/Madrone Rm 3-5 M, W, F 11/3-12/12 9-11:30am (No class 11/24-11/28 Thanksgiving Break)

Session IV - 5 Weeks $208 (S.R. Resident $198) 72675 Finley/Madrone Rm 3-5 M, W, F 1/5-2/9 9-11:30am (No class MLK Day - 1/19 - Make up 2/9)

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Winter CampsGYMNASTICS THANKSGIVING CAMP (Ages 5-14) 1 Day

Expect lots of flipping, jumping, swing-ing and climbing. Child must bring a healthy snack, lunch and something to drink. Each afternoon will be a different activity filled with tumbling, movie day, crafts, game day, water day (summer only) and rock climbing. All of our instructors have CPR and 1st Aid training. Release forms must be filled out prior to start of camp. Camp is held at Santa Rosa Gymnastics Center, 2210 Bluebell Court. Min 6 Max 15

Instructors are all SRGC certified, CPR and First Aid certified and are affiliated and members of USAG and USAIGC.

Wed, 11/268:30am-3:30pm$60 (S.R. Resident $50)#72649

Fri, 11/288:30am-3:30pm$60 (S.R. Resident $50)#72650

GYMNASTICS WINTER CAMP (Ages 5-14) 3 DaysFlip, jump, swing and climb all week long in this camp! Each afternoon will feature a different activity including tumbling, mov-ies, crafts, games and rock climbing. Child must bring a healthy snack, lunch and something to drink. Release forms must be filled out prior to start of camp. Camp is held at Santa Rosa Gymnastics Center, 2210 Bluebell Court. Min 6 Max 15

Instructor: All SRGC certified, CPR and First Aid certified and are affiliated and members of USAG and USAIGC.

Mon, Tue, Fri, 12/22, 12/23, 12/26(No class 12/24,12/25)8:30am-3:30pm$130 (S.R. Resident $120)#72651Mon, Tue, Fri, 12/29, 12/30, 1/2/15(No class 12/31,1/1)8:30am-3:30pm$130 (S.R. Resident $120)#72652

WINTER CAMP (Ages 6-12)

Molded in the finest of camp traditions and modeled after Camp Wa-Tam, this program offers a variety of activities designed for maximum indoor fun! Activi-ties planned for the week include Baking Fun with Mr. Big, arts and crafts, games, skits, a field trip and a special guest! The week will be topped off with a Friday extravaganza where campers enjoy a meal prepared by their own hands in Chef Big’s Kitchen, and then put on an Awesome Afternoon Theater program for parents, friends and relatives. Children 5¾ years old may attend camp if they are currently enrolled in kindergarten. Min 30 Max 70

Theme: Winter Wonderland

Mon. - Fri, 12/29-1/2(No Camp Thu, 1/1) 8am-3pmFinley/Person Auditorium$145 (S.R. Resident $135)#72677

Extended hours available for Winter Camp3-5:15pm$40 #72678

WINTER CAMP VERTICAL (Ages 7-14) 4 Days

Campers will learn climbing techniques, knots and safety skills with plenty of time for climbing fun and games on Vertex’s 35-foot high walls. Min 4 Max 15.

M/Tu/W/F, 12/22-12/26 (No class 12/25)9am-12pmVertex Climbing Ctr., 3358 A Coffey Lane$130 (S.R. Resident $120)#72654

HorsemanshipHORSEMANSHIP FOR THE HORSE AND PONY LOVER! (Ages 6-12) 4 Weeks

This four-session, one-hour class, is sure to be an amazing experience for any young pony lover. Participants will learn basic ground and riding skills including a balanced seat and proper use of com-munication aides at the walk, trot and canter. Please Note: All participants are required to bring and wear a properly fitting helmet (either a bike helmet or a USEF approved riding helmet is fine), proper shoes (closed toed, preferably with a heel) and long pants. Riders’ maxi-mum weight limit is 100 lbs. All classes are weather permitting; participants will be called by 9am the morning of class if canceled due to rain.

Sat, 8/23-9/1310-11am$160 (S.R. Resident $150)#72943

Sat, 9/20-10/1110-11am$160 (S.R. Resident $150)#72944

Classes at Howarth park Pony Corral



YO U T HNeighborhood Services

Neighborhood Services provides innovative youth development programming that serves at-risk, low -income and homeless youth and families throughout Santa Rosa. The programs provide “safe haven” sites where young people can enjoy recreational, social and academic activities without fear of gangs, drugs and other negative influences that occur in their neighborhoods. In partnership with other community agencies, Neighborhood Services also assists families living in high-need neighborhoods improve their quality of life by connecting them to other beneficial programs and services, helping to build a stronger community.

About Neighborhood Services

SCHOOL BREAK CAMPS

Neighborhood Services offers a variety of camp programs to keep Santa Rosa’s youth engaged when schools are out on holidays and extended breaks. Free sports camps along with neighborhood recre-ation camps are offered during school holidays as well as during Thanksgiving, winter and spring breaks. An emphasis is placed on safety, respectfulness, positive attitude and sportsmanship. For specific dates and times of the various camps and activities we offer for Santa Rosa youth ages 5 to 18, please check the “Neighbor-hood Youth Programs” tab at santarosarec.com or call our bilingual information line at (707) 543-4501.

FAMILY NUTRITION PROGRAM

Working closely with the Redwood Empire Food Bank for more than 10 years, we are able to provide food and fresh produce to families in need through our Family Nutri-tion Program. Information about specific dates, locations and times is available (and updated monthly) by calling our bilingual information line at (707) 543-4501.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER SEASON

The spring 2014 Middle School Soccer program continued to be a smashing suc-cess! Students from Slater, Cook, Com-stock, Roseland Accelerated and Santa Rosa Middle all participated. Each school’s players were evaluated and placed among two squads based on skill: Premier Team and Champions Team. Teams practiced twice a week at their home field and played one game per week. Players devel-oped basic and advanced fundamentals such as passing, defending, shooting, trapping and proper positioning, while al-ways exhibiting good sportsmanship and teamwork! The season ran March through May and concluded on May 3rd with an exciting, all-day playoff tournament held at Trione Fields.

FUTSÁL SEASON

Neighborhood Services Youth Futsál League played out its second season with great dribbling, quick passes, solid defense and amazing goals by our 3rd – 6th grade participants. Gym space was expanded this season as Santa Rosa Middle School and Comstock Middle School both hosted Futsál games. This expansion enabled the program to accommodate additional youth participants in both divisions of 3rd-4th graders and 5th-6th graders. The Quakes, led by Coach Jhirmar Smith, pulled off a great victory to win the 3rd-4th grade divi-sion, while the Santa Rosa Sporting, led by Coach Antonio Madriz, triumphed in our 5th-6th grade division! Be on the lookout for the Winter/Spring issue of the BLOCK BLAST bilingual newsletter in October for registration dates and more information about next winter’s Youth Futsál League!

Program Facts:• Morethan150youthages5-18 were served at our neighborhood after school programs throughout this past school year.

• Fivemiddleschoolswere represented by 165 youth during our spring soccer season.

• Morethan390youthinKindergarten through 6th Grade participate in our Recreation Sensation summer program each June and July.

• Atotalof543youthwereservedat our various school break camps held throughout the year in 2013.

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Boating & Sailing in Howarth Park

Fall Rental Hours:August 16-September 29, Sat/Sun 11am-5pm, weather permitting.Also open Labor Day, Monday, September 2

BRING YOUR OWN BOATTO HOWARTH

You are welcome to bring you own boat to Lake Ralphine. There is a day launch fee of $2 per boat, or a yearly launch permit for $10 per boat. These are available at the Boathouse during rental hours. (If you come during non-rental hours, you can launch your boat for free.) Boats over 20 ft are not allowed. Electric engines only!

PRIVATE SAILING LESSONS

Our certified instructors will work with you based on your skill level. Cost is $40/hr with Rec & Parks sailboat or $30/hr using your own sailboat. For more information, email: [email protected] or call 543-3298.

SPECIAL CLASSES FOR YOUR GROUP

If you have a group of 4 or more who would like lessons and you would like to set up your own class, please contact us at [email protected] or call 543-3298.

BOAT RENTAL INFORMATIONLifejackets are provided for free with the rental and all boaters MUST wear a lifejacket.

Paddleboat: $10/hour Accommodates: 4 people/740 lbs.

Paddleboat w/canopy: $12/hour Accommodates: 4 people/740 lbs.

Single Kayak: $5/hour Accommodates: 1 person

Double Kayak: $8/hour Accommodates: 2 people

Sailboat: $10/hour Accommodates: 2 people/370 lbs. Please Note: You must have experience sailing and pass a short sailing test.

Canoe: $10/hour Accommodates: 4 people/730 lbs.

Rowboat: $8/hour Accommodates: 5 people/925 lbs.

PLEASE NOTE: Boats are rented on a first-come, first-served basis: we do NOT take reservations. We accept cash, checks, Visa or MasterCard. Please, no large bills.

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KAYAKING (Age 5+) 1 Day

Paddle around Lake Ralphine enjoying the outdoors and the wildlife! Our experienced instructors will work with you to give you the confidence and skills needed to enjoy kayaking on beautiful Lake Ralphine. Please Note: Children ages 5-8 MUST be accompanied by an adult that is registered for the class! Min 4 Max 8

PADDLEBOARDING (Age 8+) 1 Day

Come to Howarth Park to enjoy paddle-boarding lessons! Lessons include personal instruction on techniques for the beginner and advanced boarder alike. The first hour of class will be intensive instruc-tion followed by an hour of ‘free paddling” in which the instructor will be on the water for follow up instruction for all students. Min 4 Max 7

BEGINNER’S SAILING CLASS (Age12+) 1 Day

Have you ever wanted to learn to sail? Come out to Howarth Park’s Lake Ralphine and our experienced instructors will teach you the basics needed to enjoy sailing around the lake. All participants must be comfortable treading water.

NOTE: This class is an introductory class. We recommend taking Intermediate/Advanced Sailing after completion of this course to develop the skills needed to fully enjoy independent sailing. Min 4 Max 8

Barcode Location Age Day Date Time

Kayaking – Class fee is $25 (S.R. Resident $20)70429 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 8/2 10:30am-12:30pm70440 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 8/16 10:30am-12:30pm70403 Lake Ralphine 5+ Sat 9/13 10:30am-12:30pm

Paddle boarding – Class fee is $25 (S.R. Resident $20)70435 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 8/9 10:30am-12:30pm70441 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 8/23 10:30am-12:30pm70404 Lake Ralphine 8+ Sat 9/27 10:30am-12:30pm

Beginner’s Sailing Class – Class fee is $40 (S.R. Resident $35)70421 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 8/2 12:45-4:45pm70422 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 8/16 12:45-4:45pm70423 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 9/6 12:45-4:45pm

Intermediate/Advanced Sailing Class – Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $3070439 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 8/30 2-4:30pm70449 Lake Ralphine 12+ Sat 9/27 2-4:30pm

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED SAILING CLASS (Age 12+) 1 Day

The Intermediate/Advanced Sailing Class is perfect for sailors who would like to have an instructor available to answer questions and give them tips. Our experienced in-structors will help you expand on the skills and the knowledge needed to gain more confidence on the water. This class can be repeated as many times as you choose to reach your desired level of ability. All participants must be comfortable treading water. NOTE: Participants must have basic sailing and boating safety knowledge. Completion of either Sailing Camp for Youth, Beginner’s Sailing Class, or Boating Basics is recommended prior to taking this course. Min 2 Max 5

Boating & Sailing Class InformationFor all boating classes, please bring clothes/shoes that you wouldn’t mind getting wet. Sailing and Kayaking classes do practice capsizing, so come prepared! Although not all the classes get into the water, it is good to be prepared just in case. You may also wish to bring a towel, hat, sun block, water, and a snack. Please leave any valuables at home or locked securely in your vehicle, out of sight.

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Arts & Crafts


FALL HARVEST GOURDS (Age 18+) 1 Day

Learn to decorate gourds using a wood burning tool and various coloring, staining and finishing techniques, and create a unique decoration for your home. This class will focus on incorporating nature designs and fall themes such as a pumpkin, apple or owl gourd! The process is fun and simple, no previous artistic skill required just a creative spirit. All tools, decorating supplies and the gourd are included. Min 6 Max 12

Instructor: Jeri Nager.

Sat, 9/20 – 1-4pmFinley/Maple Rm$55 (S.R. Resident $45)#72723

GOURD LUMINARIES FOR THE HOLIDAYS (Age 18+) 1 Day

Light up your Holidays with stunning, easy-to-make luminaries made from...GOURDS! These unique lights combine the beauty of nature, your creativity and safe technology to bring light into every area of your home. They are the ideal holiday decoration. Use them on the table or, near the tree on your doorstep. No electricity is required and no hazardous materials are involved. Just add a battery operated candle and your gourd will be glowing, at-tracting nothing but compliments! Design and decorate them to suit your holiday theme. There will be lots of designs avail-able for transfer, and samples to inspire you. All you need to bring is your creativ-ity and holiday spirit. Min 6 Max 12

Instructor: Jeri Nager.


GOURD BIRDHOUSES (Age18+) 1 Day

Grace your garden or patio with a lovely environmentally harmonious habitat for your feathered friends created by you from a common garden gourd. Learn valuable techniques for cutting, coloring and finishing your gourd to attract the birds and keep it weather-safe. Gain lots of useful tips about gourd craft, and the use of simple cutting tools and wood burners. Step by step instructions are provided. All the tools, materials and the gourd needed to complete your project are included. No previous skill required. Beginners to advanced welcome. Min 6 Max 12


Gourd Craft Instructor: Jeri Nager is a gifted local gourd artist who has been showing her gourds and patiently teaching her craft for several years.

BALLOON ART - TWISTING THE NIGHT AWAY! (Age 8+) 1 Day

Shape a dog and giraffe or a party hat out of a balloon and impress your friends. You will be taught the basics and can be as creative as you like. This class is designed for the beginner. Young and old alike, balloons are a great way to be creative and entertaining. Everyone will take home their own balloon sculpting creations. Min 8 Max 20

Pamela Sue Porter is a clown/juggler/face-painter/balloon artist. She is with the Hiccup Circus in the winter in Hawaii and is a local performer in Santa Rosa.

Wed, 9/24 – 6:30-8pmFinley/Maple Rm$30 (S.R. Resident $20)#72719

Wed, 11/12 – 6:30-8pmFinley/Maple Rm$30 (S.R. Resident $20)#72720

ACRYLIC PAINTING MADE EASY (Age 18+) 4 Weeks

Discover your inner artist while exploring the versatility of acrylic paints. Learn about mixing and using color for best effects, experiment with texture, from thick to thin, different brushes, use of palette knife, texturing mediums. Are you drawn to real-ism, impressionism, abstraction? Find out by exploring different subjects: landscape, abstract designs, still life, or fantasy. This class is for beginners as well as more expe-rienced painters looking for stimulus and feedback. Fee includes materials. Min 8 Max 12

Instructor: Sasha Pepper, over 30 yrs profes-sional artist and teaching experience, M.A. in Art from UC Berkeley.

Wed, 10/1-10/22 – 6-8:30pmFinley/Willow Rm$100 (S.R. Resident $90)#73257

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Arts & Crafts

FUNDAMENTAL DRAWING (Age 18+) 5 Weeks - NEW

Learn the fundamental skills of drawing such as light and shade, figure drawing, landscape and perspective with Artist Christian Quintin. The ability to render what you draw in three dimensions and in a variety of medium will free you to create your own voice. These classes are on-going and open to adults of all levels. Contact Christian at [email protected] or call 916-833-2500 for the class list of supplies. Min 8 Max 24

Instructor: Christian Quintin, born in Brit-tany, France, studied at the Beaux Arts Academy in Paris and moved to the United States in 1981. Christian has exhibited his art in galleries and museums in San Francisco, New York and the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento and has been a recipient of numerous public and private commissions.

Tue, 6:30-8:30pmFinley Person Senior Wing/Rm 26$98 (S.R. resident $88)

Shading, Ellipses, Depth9/9 – 10/14 (No class 9/23)#72693

Three Dimensional Perspective11/18 – 12/16#72709

Landscape1/13 -2/10#72710

THE MAGIC OF MOSAICS (Age 13+) 4 Weeks

Create your own “object d’art’ by using a plethora of materials placed creatively and artfully to a multitude of different shapes and objects. Choose your project, from a stepping stone to a frame or vase, and Kathryn will explain and demonstrate each step of the process. It’s so easy and all mate-rials are provided. Just show up! All levels and creative interests are welcome. Min 8 Max 12

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli (Henderson), over 30 years art experience, San Jose University art degree.

Tue, 9/30 – 10/21 5:30-7:30pmFinley/Willow Rm$94 (S.R. Resident $84)#72303

MIXED MEDIA ART FOR BEGINNERS(Age 18+) 1 Day – NEW

Come discover the wonderful world of mixed media! Create beautiful art on an 8x8 canvas board. It is easier than you think! Make beautiful home décor or a personal gift. All materials provided. Bring a pair of sharp fabric shears, paper cutting scissors, an apron and a snack. Min 8 Max 10

Instructor: Carola Bartz, paper crafter and mixed media artist

Sat, 11/8 - 9am - 12:30pmFinley/Willow Rm$46 (S.R. Resident $36) #72304

COLORFUL AUTUMN CARDS(Age 18+) 1 Day

Let’s get inspired by the vibrant colors of fall and the holidays of this magnificent season. Create cards for yourself to keep and enjoy or for someone special in your life. This class is designed for beginners as well as for intermediate card makers. All card-making materials are provided. Please bring a pair of sharp paper-cutting scissors. Min 8 Max 10


Thu, 10/9 - 6:30-8:30pmFinley/Willow Rm$31 (S.R. Resident $21)#72301

CELEBRATE WINTER HOLIDAYS WITH HANDMADE CARDS! (Age 18+) 1 Day

December to February offer special holi-days, from Christmas and Hanukkah to Val-entine’s Day so let’s create some beautiful cards and tags that will stand out “from the crowd”! This class is designed for beginners as well as for intermediate card makers. All card-making materials are provided. Please bring a pair of sharp paper-cutting scissors.Min 8 Max 10


Wed, 12/3 - 6:30-8:30pmFinley/Maple Rm$31 (S.R. Resident $21)#72302

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THE ART OF FINANCIAL HAPPINESS(Age 18+) 2 Days NEWHow would your life change if money chal-lenges didn’t overwhelm you? This class will help you discover your core money patterns and underlying beliefs and how they are influencing your life today. You will leave with new strategies and actions to create lasting and sustainable change to live a more purposeful and prosperous life. Bring pen and paper or journal to take notes. Min 8 Max 20

Instructor: Donna Colfer, Certified Money Coach & Accredited Financial Counselor, has over twenty-five years experience in finan-cial management and coaching.

Wed, 9/10 & 9/17 - 6:30-8:30pmFinley/Manzanita Rm$50 (S.R. Resident $40)#72687



MASTER-PLAN YOUR AFFAIRS The Estate Documents Organizer (Age 18+) 1 DayLearn what basic documents and infor-mation you need to obtain and, how to organize 30 essential topics in an easy-to-follow A-Z records book. Do you have a list of passwords or instructions for your pets? Prepare a book to assist your own personal planning, your family, and profes-sionals in managing important financial, legal and personal affairs. Be prepared for the expected and unexpected events in life...and emergencies too. Honor your life accomplishments and leave a proud and accessible legacy for your heirs. The Estate Documents Organizer book is included in the course fee. Roy Johnston, Santa Rosa estate planning attorney and financial advisor Daren Blonski will join Julie to answer questions. Min 7 Max 20

Instructor: Julie Jones, Consulting Services, created this records book in the process of caring for her mother for 20 years. A Califor-

nia credentialed secondary school teacher, she previously taught this class at the Sonoma Valley Adult School for 5 semesters. For more information, please call (707) 343-1252.

Thu, 9/18 – 6-8pmFinley/Manzanita Rm$68 (S.R. Resident $58)#72685

Thu, 10/16 – 6-8pmFinley/Manzanita Rm$68 (S.R. Resident $58)#72694

PC BASICS (Age 18+) 2 Days

Does a computer intimidate you? Learn the basics on a Windows computer -- how to create documents, save them, change them, and even have some fun while doing it! There will be time to explore related com-puter topics, such as purchasing, repair-ing, and upgrading hardware, installing software, and all the other things you’ve wanted to ask about. Min 6 Max 12

Instructor: Norman Rose MA, PhD, has been an instructor in SRJC’s Computer Studies Department since 1996.

Sat, 10/11 – 1-5pmPerson Senior Wing/Rm 23$60 (S.R. Resident $50)#72702


MS POWERPOINT BASICS NEW(Age 18+) 1 Day

This is an introduction to presentation software, using PowerPoint 2013. Learn to prepare, edit, and format slide shows. Discover features that will help you convey your message and keep your audience entertained. Learn how to format text size and color, add pictures and insert special animated effects to your slides. Min 6 Max 12

Instructor: Norman Rose, MA, PhD has been an instructor in SRJC’s Computer Studies Department since 1966.

Sat, 11/ 1 – 1-5pmPerson Senior Wing/Rm 23$60 (S.R. Resident $50)#72731

Sat, 1/31 - 1-5pmPerson Senior Wing/Rm 23$60 (S.R. Resident $50)#72732

Business & Computer

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Business & Computer

MS WORD BASICS (Age 18+) 2 Days

Learn the basics of word processing, using Microsoft Word 2013. You’ll learn how to create, save, and modify documents, format text for emphasis, move text, add pictures, check spelling, and perform other useful skills. Min 6 Max 12




MS EXCEL BASICS (Age 18+) 2 Days

Learn the basics of spreadsheet software, using Microsoft Excel 2013. You’ll learn how to create and format a worksheet to perform math operations, so you can create budgets, invoices, financial records, grade books, etc. You’ll also learn how to create charts and graphs from your data. Min 6 Max 12




INTRODUCTION TO USING YOUR IPHONE & IPAD(Age 18+) 1 Day

Your iPhone and iPad can do so much; learn their full potential! This course is for people who have an iPhone or iPad and want to learn how to use it and become more comfortable with it. Learn about the email, iMessaging, and Siri. Master the built-in applications and even how to use FaceTime to see your family and friends while talking

to them. You will also learn how to find and pick the best applications. This is an interactive, hands-on class, so bring your iPhone or iPad and your questions. Min 8 Max 15

Instructor: Richard Lazovick has a BS-EE from Cornell University and an MBA from UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. He has worked as a hardware and software engineer, an inventor, and a teacher. He has also done marketing, website design, and social media.

Thu, 9/18 – 6-9pmFinley/Willow Rm$55 (S.R. Resident $45)#72700

Wed, 11/5 – 5:30-8:30pmFinley/Willow Rm$55 (S.R. Resident $45)#72701

Thu, 1/15/2015 – 6-9pmFinley/Manzanita Rm$55 (S.R. Resident $45)#72708

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Cooking

PRESSURE COOK YOUR WAY TO SANITY FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Knowing how to use a pressure cooker will make your holiday, and all other days, easier and faster! Let Jill show you how to use a pressure cooker for dishes such as Garlic Parsley Mashed Potatoes, Curried Pear and Squash Soup, Creamy Mushroom Soup, Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts and Parsnips and a Steamed Persimmon Pudding. All good for you and so delicious! Min 10 Max 14

Thu, 11/6 – 6-8:30pmFinley/Kitchen$49 (S.R. Resident $39)#72305

MUSHROOMS IN THE KITCHEN

Mushrooms are not vegetables, they are fungi! Learning how to cook them will make them even tastier. Join Jill as she shows you how to make Oven Roasted Portabella Mushrooms, Rich Mushroom Gravy with homemade Mushroom Broth, Mushroom, Lentil and Walnut Pate and a Thai Red Curried Mushroom dish. A variety of mushrooms will be presented, and if the weather cooperates, there might even be wild mushrooms. Jill will also discuss why mushrooms are so good for your health. Min 10 Max 14

Wed, 2/4 – 6-8:30pmFinley/Kitchen$49 (S.R. Resident $39)#72306

Cooking with Jill Nussinow (Age 18+) 1 Day Workshops

Jill Nussinow, aka The Veggie Queen™, successfully showing people how to use a pressure cooker for over 20 years, avid mushroom lover and gatherer, featured speaker and lead chef at So-noma Mycological Association (SOMA) Mushroom Camp.

WINE 101 (Age 21+) 6 Weeks NEW

Welcome to this fun and interactive beginner (or refresher!) course on the basics of learn-ing about and appreciating wine. Are you intimidated by the ‘swirling, sniffing, and swish-ing’? Mark will dispel industry rumors, banish popular wine myths, remove intimidation and deliver information in an easy-to-understand language and format. Learn how wine is made, how to identify aromas and flavors more accurately, how to ‘taste and talk wine like a pro’, understand different wine styles and discover your personal wine style through a series of structured tastings. You will also learn how to correctly read a wine label, learn Sommelier’s secrets and order wine in a restaurant, discover why you like certain types of wine and learn the unique characteristics about each of the major red and white grape varieties grown in Sonoma County. Food pairing guidelines will also be discussed. Please bring 5 matching (GLASS – no plastic) wine glasses to class each night. Class fee in-cludes wine and food pairing. Must be 21+ to attend. Be an extraordinary wine taster and sign up today! Optional field trip –details given in class. Min 8 Max 16

Instructor: Mark DeVincenzi, certified wine educator, wine judge, avid wine collector who shares his wine expertise through college level and private wine education classes from Cali-fornia to New York. Served on the Board of Directors for the Russian River Valley Winegrow-ers Association and is on the Board of Directors for the Sonoma County Wine Library.

Thu, 10/9-11/20 – 6:30-8:30pm(No class 10/30)Person Senior Wing/Rm 26$178 (S.R. Resident $168)#72718

Wine Education Lecture & Tasting

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Cooking


COZY GINGER CORN SOUP

Cumin seeds, fennel seeds and cardamom seeds combined with sautéed onions, carrots, fresh ginger and diced celery in a homemade vegetable stock makes this soup learning experience a must!Min 8 Max 12

Mon, 10/13 – 6-8pmFinley/Kitchen$48 (S.R. Rosa Resident $38)#72308

LATIN VEGETARIAN BLACK BEAN CHILI

A very warm dish for those chilly nights! Monica’s adds her own favorite blend of ancho chili and New Mexican chili powders and then combines them with tomatoes and cilantro to awaken your taste buds! Min 8 Max 12

Mon, 10/20 – 6-8pmFinley/Kitchen$48 (S.R. Rosa Resident $38)#72309

CELBRATING WITH BREADS!

“Cranberry Almond Bread ” - This fruity quick bread has become a real delight on holiday tables and the cranberries give the bread a juicy tart bite that changes the sweetness of the cake. “Pumpkin Bread” - Spices like nutmeg, allspice and cinnamon give this bread plenty of holiday flavor! Or use acorn or butternut squash as an alterna-tive to pumpkin. Min 8 Max 12

Wed, 11/12 – 6-8pmFinley/Kitchen$45 (S.R. Rosa Resident $35)#72396

Celebrate the Season with Chef Monica Almond (Age 18+) 1 Day Workshops NEW SERIES

Chef Monica brings you the richness of fowl, forest, and farm! Join her for chilly nights warmed by the aroma of fresh baked bread, wonderful gifts of fragrant fruits, warm hearty soups, pungent mushrooms, roasting nuts, and the spicy sweetness of stewing pumpkin. Associate of Applied Science Degree in Culinary Arts. Classes are a combination of interactive hands-on and lecture.

FESTIVE CORNISH HENS WITH PORT AND BUTTON WHITE MUSHROOMS

See how Monica prepares these tasty mini chickens, by first frying in butter and then roasting in the oven. Then serve with mush-rooms and carrot purée for a truly delicious and warming dish. Min 8 Max 12

Wed, 12/3 – 6-8pmFinley/Kitchen$47 (S.R. Rosa Resident $37)#72310

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Flamenco Dance for Beginners - Class fee is $60 (S.R. Resident $50) Joelle Goncalves (7 Dates) 72311 Person Sr. Wing/ Rm 4 18+ Wed 10/8-11/19 5:30-6:30pm

Flamenco Dance for Beginners - Class fee is $67 (S.R. Resident $57) Joelle Goncalves (8 Dates) 72312 Person Sr. Wing/ Rm 4 18+ Wed 12/3-2/4 5:30-6:30pm (No class 12/24, 12/31)

Beginning/Intermediate Belly Dance - Class fee is $105 (S.R. Resident $95) Theresea Jade (20 Dates) 72332 Steele Lane/DeMeo Rm 16+ Tue 8/26-2/10 6:15-7:15pm (No class 9/23, 10/28, 11/11, 12/23, 12/30)

Jewels of Beladi Dance Troupe - Class fee is $175 (S.R. Resident $165) Theresea Jade (20 Dates) 72333 Steele Lane/DeMeo Rm 16+ Tue 8/26-2/10 7:15-8:45pm (No class 9/23, 10/28, 11/11, 12/23, 12/30)

BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE (Age 16+) 20 Dates

Belly dance is a great way to remain flex-ible and stay in shape while having fun! With ancient roots, this mixed level class reviews dance basics while learning new combinations on a weekly basis. Wear comfortable clothing: leotard and tights, shorts, loose pants. Information will be given the first week for optional costum-ing. Min 18 Max 30

Instructor: Theresea Jade, well known per-former and belly dance instructor through-out Sonoma County and the Greater Bay Area, bringing her award winning choreog-rapher/dancer expertise to her students in dance.

JEWELS OF BELADI (Age 16+) 20 Dates

This performance level class is for students who have taken her beginning/intermedi-ate level classes or have had advanced belly dance classes. Costuming is required along with playing finger cymbals and learning various rhythms from Middle-Eastern music. A variety of choreographies will be presented and performance oppor-

tunities will be available. All participants will be invited to participate in a “Hafla” belly dance show! Min 15 Max 20

Instructor: Theresea Jade (see Beg/Inter Belly Dance for full bio)

FLAMENCO DANCE FOR BEGINNERS, LEVEL 1 (Age 18+) 7-8 Dates

Stomping feet, graceful hands and - atti-tude! This is the proud and powerful dance from Spain known as flamenco. Joelle provides an introduction to the basic technique needed, including footwork patterns, arm and hand movements, hip movement, and a general understanding of flamenco rhythms. Learn a new com-plete choreography with set material and the theory of improvising within a basic structure. Students are encouraged to wear a shoe with a sturdy heel. Character projection and confidence building exer-cises are also taught. Classes are accompa-nied by live guitarists. Min 10 Max 20

Instructor: Joelle Goncalves, over 10 yrs. experience, studies with local professionals and world famous flamenco artists in Spain. Artistic Director of local dance troupe ‘Sol Flamenco’.

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“NIGHT CLUB TWO-STEP PARTY” AT FINLEY (Age 18+)

For those adults who love to dance. D.J. Steve Luther mixes the greatest sounds from the 40’s to the present. Enjoy dancing to swing, ballroom, Latin, and nightclub favorites in our beautiful auditorium. Enjoy lessons taught by professional dance instructors. Experience the best ballroom dancing in Santa Rosa! Dances are held in the Finley Community Center’s E. Person Auditorium. Admission is $7 (Dance only) or $10 (Lesson & Dance). Beginning Nightclub lesson is from 7-7:30pm; Intermediate Nightclub lesson is from 7:30-8pm; Dancing with DJ Steve is from 8-10:30pm. Dances are the third Friday of each month August 15, September 19, October 17, November 21, December 19, and January 16.

Monthly Social Dances

MIDNIGHT AT THE OASIS(Age 18+) 6 Weeks

Belly dancers draw much of their inspiration from the unique traditional women’s dances of N. Africa. Embark on a “dance caravan” as you learn dances from Upper and Lower Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco! No belly dancing experience or stomach-baring required! Bare feet; finger cymbals are optional for Upper Egyptian segment. Class is located at DeTurk Round Barn, 819 Donahue St in Santa Rosa.

Instructor: Nelli performed professionally with the Aman Folk Ensemble and Aisha Ali Dance Co., as well as at Los Angeles restaurants. She taught for many years in S. California, gave workshops in Washington DC, and is the subject of instructional videos.

6 WeeksWed - 5:30-6:30pmDeTurk Round Barn$69 (S.R. Resident $59)

ALOHA HULA DANCE!(Age 18+) 8 Dates

Come take the journey into Hawaiian culture and the beauty of Hawaii. Increase your poise, grace, and flexibility through basic hula steps and hand motions while learning basic Hawaiian words and songs. Wear comfortable clothing: shorts, loose pants, t-shirts, and bring water! A pa’u hula cloth skirt will be provided or the informa-tion to make your own will be available in class. Aloha, e kono mai (Hello, come in!) Min 10 Max 15

Instructor: Krista Strickland, 15 years hula dance experience, with a foundation of Mark Ho’omalu’s teachings, 7yrs assisting and teaching children and adults.

Tue, 8/26-10/21 – 5:30-6:45pm(No class 9/23)Person Sr. Wing/Rm 25$59 (S.R. Resident $49) #72315

9/3-10/8 #73335

10/29-12/3 #73333

1/7-2/11#73334

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Health & Fitness



Feldenkrais® Movement Lessons - Class fee is $41 (S.R. Resident $31) Jan Peterson(4 Dates) 72391 Steele Lane/Hub Rm 18+ Fri 8/29-9/19 11am-12pm(4 Dates) 72392 Steele Lane/Hub Rm 18+ Fri 10/3-10/24 11am-12pm

Feldenkrais® Movement Lessons - Class fee is $56 (S.R. Resident $46) Jan Peterson(6 Dates) 72393 Steele Lane/Hub Rm 18+ Fri 11/7-12/19 (No class 11/28) 11am-12pm (6 Dates) 72394 Steele Lane/Hub Rm 18+ Fri 1/9-2/13 11am-12pm

Change with Agility/Age with Agility - Class fee is $? (S.R. Resident $?) Margot Schaal(6 Dates) 73322 Church of One Tree 18+ Wed 9/3-10/15 (No class 9/24) 5:30-6:30pm (6 Dates) 73323 Church of One Tree 18+ Wed 10/29-12/10 (No class 1/26) 5:30-6:30pm(6 Dates) 73324 Church of One Tree 18+ Wed 1/8-2/12 5:30-6:30pm

Movement for Painters and Painting for Movers - Class fee is $? (S.R. Resident $?) Margot Schaal(6 Dates) 73325 Church of One Tree 18+ Wed 9/3-10/15 (No class 9/24) 5:30-6:30pm (6 Dates) 73326 Church of One Tree 18+ Wed 10/29-12/10 (No class 1/26 5:30-6:30pm(6 Dates) 73327 Church of One Tree 18+ Wed 1/8-2/12 5:30-6:30pm

FELDENKRAIS®: TRANSFORMATIONAL MOVEMENT LESSONS®(Age 18+) 4-6 Dates

Do you want relief from pain or limitations? To move with greater ease and comfort? Increase your sense of strength and mobil-ity? Transformational movement lessons, based on the work of Moshe Feldenkrais and Anat Baniel can help. You will learn, by doing gentle, novel movements to awaken your brain, change neural connections, and make new patterns. These changes create differences that you can use in your everyday life. Wear layered warm, loose fitting clothing and bring a towel for extra comfort. Min 12 Max 20

Instructors: Jan Peterson is a physical therapist, a Guild Certified Feldenkrais and ABM practitioner.

MOVEMENT FOR PAINTERS AND PAINTING FOR MOVERS(Age 18+) 6 DatesA class designed to encourage the creative process through art and movement. Feldenkrais® Awareness Through Move-ment® lessons and drawing/marking/paint-ing on paper will be used to 1) Learn how patterns of movement influence your brain and your expression of painting/drawing 2) Move in new ways, exploring a sensory experience that refines or expands your physical practice, be it dance, theatre, yoga, or sports, and embody it in two-dimen-sional visual form. People with all levels of experience are welcome. Bring own mat. Min 8 Max 20

Instructor: Margot Schaal is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner.

CHANGE WITH AGILITY FELDEN-KRAIS® AWARENESS MOVEMENT(Age 18+) 6 DatesWhether you are 14, 25, 45 or 80, you are changing! Do you want to be more agile, flexible or fluid, from head to toe? In this class you will 1) become more conscious of how you move and how your thinking and emotions influence your movements and 2) increase your ability to direct change for yourself. Through gentle, non-competitive movement sequences, Feldenkrais® teaches you to move more efficiently and with less effort. You will clarify your mind-body-brain connection. Reduce strain caused by driving or using a computer; improve your sport, yoga or dance. Learn to increase grace, breathe more easily, reduce joint/muscle pain and back pain, improve balance and posture, and expand your sense of wellness. No special clothing and no experience required, and it’s fun - learn-ing new ways to move that help you feel good in your body. Every class is different - bring your curiosity, desire to explore, and a blanket or mat to lie on. Min 8 Max 25

Instructor: Margot Schaal is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner.



T’AI CHI CH’UAN (Age 16+) 4-6 Dates

‘Think over carefully what the final purpose is: to lengthen life and maintain youth.’ (The Essence of T’ai Chi Ch’uan The Literary Tradition). Tai Chi Chuan offers reduced stress levels, improved balance and coordination, increased energy, stamina and agility and an increased feel-ing of well-being. People of any age can benefit from Tai Chi practice. Students of all levels are welcome. Min 12 Max 25

Instructor: Steven Rose, over 40 years T’ai Chi experience, has been reaching all ages at his Whirling Wind Tai Chi studio since 1986.

4 DatesSteele Lane/Dohn Rm $35 (S.R. Resident $25)

Tue – 8/26-9/166-7pm#72510

6 DatesSteele Lane/Dohn Rm $47 (S.R. Resident $37)

Tue – 11/4-12/16(No Class 11/11)6-7pm#72512

QIGONG AND CIRCLE WALKING(Age 18+) 4 Dates

Experience the life-nurturing arts of ancient China, a 5,000-year-old Chinese healing system for health, physical fitness, and prevention of disease. Qigong practices function in many ways: purify, gather, circu-late, store, and transform the Qi. Walking in a circle holding specific arm postures is one of the main class practices and the postures open, unblock and energize specific merid-ian and other energy centers throughout the body.Qigong is beneficial for all ages, all health conditions and even those practic-ing the martial arts as a way of developing inner strength. (On-going for continuing students). New students are encouraged to do some preliminary Qigong readings. Min 10 Max 20

Instructor: Michael Rinaldini is a Level IV (high-est) Certified Qigong Teacher by the National Qigong Association, and a Certified Bagua Xundao Gong Qigong Teacher by Master Wan Su Jian, Beijing, China.

FLYING CRANE QIGONG (Age 18+) 6 Weeks

Utilize movement, breath and visualization to train one’s energy or Qi. This qigong class can be done sitting or standing and will increase flexibility, balance and stamina. Participants will become acquainted with select acupuncture points for self healing and other qigong exercises. Location: 819 Donahue St. Min 8 Max 20

Instructor: Aleta Drummond, MD – is a practic-ing Psychiatrist and Medical Acupuncturist. She has over 20 years as a practitioner of yang style Tai Chi and other various Qigong forms.

Course Barcode Location Day Date Time

Qigong and Circle Walking - Class fee is $42 (S.R. Resident $32 (4 Dates) 72390 Finley/Cypress Rm Mon 8/25-9/22 (No class 9/1) 6-7pm (4 Dates) 72387 Finley/Cypress Rm Mon 9/29-10/20 6-7pm(4 Dates) 72388 Finley/Cypress Rm Mon 11/17-12/8 6-7pm(4 Dates) 72389 Finley/Cypress Rm Mon 1/5-2/2 (No class 1/19) 6-7pm

Flying Crane Qigong - Class fee is $73 (S.R. Resident $63)(6 weeks) #73331 DeTurk Round Barn Wed 8/27 – 10/1 10-11:30am(6 weeks) #73328 DeTurk Round Barn Wed 10/15 – 11/19 10-11:30am(6 weeks) #73329 DeTurk Round Barn Wed 1/7 – 2/11 10-11:30am

Tue – 9/30-10/216-7pm#72511

Tue – 1/6-2/106-7pm#72513




Yoga Energy - Class fee is $47 (S.R. Resident $37) Maria Battista(4 Dates) 72380 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 22 18+ Wed 8/27-9/17 6-7:15pm (4 Dates) 72381 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 22 18+ Wed 10/1-10/22 6-7:15pm

Yoga Energy - Class fee is $66 (S.R. Resident $56) Maria Battista (6 Dates) 72382 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 22 18+ Wed 11/5-12/17 (No class 11/26) 6-7:15pm (6 Dates) 72383 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 22 18+ Wed 1/7-2/11 6-7:15pm

Gentle Somatic Yoga - Class fee is $46 (S.R. Resident $36) Gay Shelton-Ostadi(4 Dates) 72375 Finley/Cypress Rm 18+ Thu 8/28-9/18 5:45-7pm (4 Dates) 72376 Finley/Cypress Rm 18+ Thu 10/2-10/23 5:45-7pm

Gentle Somatic Yoga - Class fee is $55 (S.R. Resident $45) 6 Weeks - $59 (S.R. Resident $49) Gary Shelton-Ostadi(5 Dates) 72377 Finley/Cypress Rm 18+ Thu 11/6-12/18 (No class 11/27, 12/4) 5:45-7pm (6 Dates) 72378 Finley/Cypress Rm 18+ Thu 1/8-2/12 5:45-7pm

Yoga For Every Body - Class fee is $50 (SR. Resident $40) Kathleen Miller

(4 Dates) 72372 Steele Lane/Dohn Rm 18+ Fri 8/22-9/26 (No class 9/5, 9/12) 9:30-10:45am (4 Dates) 72385 Steele Lane/Dohn Rm 18+ Fri 10/3-10/24 9:30-10:45am

Yoga For Every Body - Class fee is $70 (SR. Resident $60) Kathleen Miller (6 Dates) 72373 Steele Lane/Dohn Rm 18+ Fri 11/7-12/19 (No class 11/28) 9:30-10:45am (6 Dates) 72386 Steele Lane/Dohn Rm 18+ Fri 1/9-2/13 9:30-10:45am

GENTLE SOMATIC YOGA(Age 18+) 4-6 Dates

Create a deep reservoir of wellness in body and mind with this modern yoga practice designed to increase your awareness of the relationship between mind, body and soul. Learn to bring your curiosity to your every-day experience during yoga practice that blends Somatic and Hatha yoga modalities to help you increase flexibility, integrate left and right sides of the body, and build strength while giving you effective tools for relaxation. All levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat and clothes that allow for movement. Min 14 Max 25

Instructor: Gay Shelton-Ostadi, Certified high-est level Yoga Teacher (E500RYT) and Yoga Therapist

YOGA ENERGY(Age 18+) 4-6 Dates

Enjoy a complete Vinyasa Yoga fitness pro-gram for total well-being! With energizing exercises, expansive breathing, stretching, strengthening, alignment and relaxation, all levels are welcome to experience the benefits of this class. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring a yoga mat and your sense of humor! Min 15 Max 20

Instructor: Maria Battista, CIYT, is a transforma-tional teacher with a clear way of communicat-ing the essence of yoga to her students. She has been practicing for over 30 yrs and has been teaching full time for 18 yrs.

YOGA FOR EVERY BODY(Age 18+) 4-6 Dates

This class adapts practice to suit each person’s condition, experience, and needs. It incorporates gentle movements, pos-tures, and relaxation techniques to increase strength and flexibility, improve posture, and provide a sense of vitality, well-being, and deep tranquility. Bring a yoga mat or towel. Min.10 Max. 20

Instructor: Kathleen Miller




Mid-Day Pilates Mat - Class fee is $60 (S.R. Resident $50) Jamie Lowe(8 Dates) 72504 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu 8/26-9/18 11:30am-12:30pm (8 Dates) 72505 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu 9/30-10/23 11:30am-12:30pm

Mid-Day Pilates Mat - Class fee is $41 (S.R. Resident $31) 6 Dates - Class fee is $48 (S.R. Resident $38) Jamie Lowe(5 Dates) 72506 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu 11/4-11/20 (No Class 11/11) 11:30am-12:30pm (6 Dates) 72507 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu 12/2-12/18 11:30am-12:30pm

Mid-Day Pilates Mat - Class fee is $85 (S.R. Resident $75) Jamie Lowe (12 Dates) 72508 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Tue/Thu 1/6-2/12 11:30am-12:30pm

Intro To Pilates Mat-Level 1 - Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) Nancy Codding(4 Dates) 72497 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Tue 8/26-9/16 5:30-6:30pm(4 Dates) 72501 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Thu 8/28-9/18 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 72498 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Tue 9/30-10/21 5:30-6:30pm(4 Dates) 72502 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Thu 10/2-10/23 5:30-6:30pm

Intro To Pilates Mat-Level 1 - Class fee is $47 (S.R. Resident $37) Nancy Codding(6 Dates) 72499 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Tue 11/4-12/16 (No class 11/11) 5:30-6:30pm (6 Dates) 72503 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Thu 11/6-12/18 (No class 11/27) 5:30-6:30pm (6 Dates) 72500 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Tue 1/6-2/10 5:30-6:30pm (6 Dates) 72509 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4 18+ Thu 1/8-2/12 5:30-6:30pm

MID-DAY PILATES MAT (Age 18+) 5-12 Dates

Energize mid-day and take your fitness to the next level! This Pilates class builds on the fundamental Pilates principles using correct spine alignment, core strength, breathing techniques, concentration and relaxation through effective muscle usage. Some Pilates experience is recommended but not neces-sary. Exercise balls provided. Bring a small towel and fitness mat. Min 12 Max 20

Instructor: Jamie Lowe, Pilates Equipment and Mat Certified through TONE Studios.

IINTRODUCTION TO PILATES MAT-LEVEL 1(Age 18+) 6 Weeks

Do you want better fitness, body toning, relief from back pain or activity related injuries? Pi-lates will help you move better, feel better and perform your optimal best! This introduction class focuses on basic techniques, engaging breath and core work, giving the student a complete body work-out and creating won-derfully balanced muscle development while challenging more advanced students. Stability balls and flex-bands provided. Min 10 Max 18

Instructor: Nancy Codding, BA Psychology & Health Sciences, Certified Pilates Mat 1 through Tone Studios, CPT NASM.



CARDIO-KICKBOXING (AGE 18+) 4-6 Dates

Triple the fat-burning workout! It’s fun, exciting and challenging. This class will sculpt your body lean and strong with a combination of unique non-contact kicking and punching. Then end with strength building exercises and stretching. All levels are welcome so come work at your own pace, get stronger, have more energy, and join the fun! Bring a small towel and water bottle. Min 12 Max 20

Instructor: Pearci Bastiany, 6th Degree Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts, Olympic Trials competitor, National & State Taekwondo Champion with over 40 years experience in martial arts & fitness.

ZUMBA GOLD (AGE 18+) 4-6 Dates

Come and try Zumba that is not too fast, and not too slow…but just right! This class was developed especially for the newcomer who might need a slightly slower pace and more instruction. It’s a low impact workout with high energy fun to a Latin beat! Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for exercis-ing. Min 12 Max 26

Instructor: Jill Freed, teaching Zumba since 2007, certified by AEA and AFAA.

TRX SUSPENSION TRAINING (Age 18+) 8 Dates NEW

You can work every muscle group with TRX suspension straps, but most importantly, you will be building and gaining abdominal core strength. A strong core prevents injuries, improves posture and increases overall strength. Our core strength is fundamental to all body movement. We use our core all the time; we engage our core when we walk up and down stairs, when we bend down to pick something up and when we workout. Suspension training builds strength with every exercise by creating an element of sta-bility that calls on your core to provide bal-ance and coordination. Don’t be intimidated if you are a beginner as TRX can be adapted for every fitness level. Moves are modified to decrease or increase intensity based on your ability. Be prepared for a great workout and build your core with TRX Suspension Training. Wear comfortable workout clothes; bring a water bottle and a towel. Min 6 Max 8

Instructor: Cindi Jack is co-owner/trainer at Reps. Just One More..., Level I TRX Certified and is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer.

MUSCLE & CARDIO CONDITIONING – LOW IMPACT AEROBIC WEIGHT TRAINING (Age 18+) 8-12 DatesGet a full body functional workout that is inclusive and challenging for any level of fitness! Experience how increased strength, improved lean body mass and cardiovas-cular health can increase your metabolism and improve your quality of life. A variety of exercises combined from Pilates, Yoga and Strength Training will keep you interested in your workout as you improve your level of fitness while having fun! Please bring 3-5 lb hand-held weights and a floor mat. Min 28 Max 50

Instructor: Shelly Puntillo, Personal trainer, certified Fitness instructor, 24 yrs fitness experience.

ZUMBA! (Age 16+) 4-6 Dates

If the irresistible rhythm of cha cha, salsa or reggae ton makes your toes tap, then get your whole body moving with Zumba Fitness! This dance-inspired workout is effective, easy-to-learn, and will make you feel great! The energizing variety of Latin music and fun moves will challenge and invigorate both your body and your mind. Every level of fitness and dance experience is welcome in this non-intimidating envi-ronment and can be modified to a higher or lower intensity. Wear clothes and shoes for exercising, pack a water bottle, and get ready to join the party! Min 25 Max 70

Instructors: Tina Stenger, official Zumba Fitness Instructor and certified in Group Exercise.

More classes to check out! Hula Hoop Fitness Dance and Table Tennis see page 43 for details.




Muscle & Cardio Conditioning - Class fee is $48 (S.R. Resident $38) Shelly Puntillo(8 Dates) 72366 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 8/26-9/18 5:30-6:30pm (8 Dates) 72349 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 9/30-10/23 5:30-6:30pm

Muscle & Cardio Conditioning - Class fee is $60 (S.R. Resident $50) 12 Dates - Class fee is $65 (S.R. Resident $55) Shelly Puntillo(11 Dates) 72350 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 11/4-12/18 (No class 11/11, 11/27, 12/4) 5:30-6:30pm (12 Dates) 72351 Finley/Auditorium 18+ T/Th 1/6-2/12 5:30-6:30pm

Cardio Kickboxing - Class fee is $36 (S.R. Resident $26) 5 Dates - $43 (S.R. Resident $33) Pearci Bastiany(4 Dates) 72368 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Mon 8/25-9/22 (No class 9/1) 6:30-7:30pm (4 Dates) 72344 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 8/27-9/17 7-8pm (4 Dates) 72352 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Mon 9/29-10/20 6:30-7:30pm(4 Dates) 72345 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 10/1-10/22 7-8pm(5 Dates) 72353 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Mon 1/5-2/9 (No class 1/19) 6:30-7:30pm

Cardio Kickboxing - Class fee is $49 (S.R. Resident $39) Pearci Bastiany(6 Dates) 72365 Finley/Live Oak Rm 18+ Mon 11/3-12/15 (No class 11/24) 6:30-7:30pm (6 Dates) 72346 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 11/5-12/17 (No class 11/26) 7-8pm (6 Dates) 72347 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 1/7-2/11 7-8pm

Zumba! - Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) 6 Dates - $48 (S.R. Resident $38) Tina Stenger (4 Dates) 72355 Finley/Auditorium 16+ Mon 8/25-9/22 (No class 9/1) 5:30-6:30pm (4 Dates) 72356 Finley/Auditorium 16+ Mon 9/29-10/20 5:30-6:30pm (6 Dates) 72357 Finley/Auditorium 16+ Mon 11/3-12/15 (No class 11/10) 5:30-6:30pm

Zumba! - Class fee is $42 (S.R. Resident $32) Tina Stenger (5 Dates) 72363 Finley/Auditorium 16+ Mon 1/5-2/9 (No class 1/19) 5:30-6:30pm

Zumba Gold - Class fee is $35 (S.R. Resident $25) Jill Freed (4 Dates) 72367 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Mon 8/25-9/22 (No class 9/1) 5:30-6:30pm(4 Dates) 72359 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 8/27-9/17 5:30-6:30pm(4 Dates) 72360 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Mon 9/29-10/20 5:30-6:30pm(4 Dates) 72361 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 10/1-10/22 5:30-6:30pm(4 Dates) 72362 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Mon 11/10-12/8 (No class 11/24) 5:30-6:30pm(4 Dates) 72369 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 11/5-12/3 (No class 11/26) 5:30-6:30pm

Zumba Gold - Class fee is $41 (S.R. Resident $31) 6 Weeks - $31 (S.R. Resident $28) Jill Freed (5 Dates) 72370 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Mon 1/5-2/9 (No class 1/19) 5:30-6:30pm(6 Dates) 72371 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 3 18+ Wed 1/7-2/11 5:30-6:30pm

Trx Suspension Training - Class fee is $66 (S.R. Resident $56) Cindi Jack (8 Dates) 72812 Reps* 18+ Mon/Wed 9/29-10/22 7:30-8:30pm(8 Dates) 72815 Reps* 18+ Mon/Wed 11/17-12/17 (No class 11/24 & 11/26) 7:30-8:30pm(8 Dates) 72817 Reps* 18+ Mon/Wed 1/12-2/11 (No class 1/14 & 1/19) 7:30-8:30pm(8 Dates) 72814 Reps* 18+ Tu/Th 9/30-10/23 8:30-9:30am(8 Dates) 72816 Reps* 18+ Tu/Th 1/18-12/18 (No Class 11/25 & 11/27) 8:30-9:30am(8 Dates) 72818 Reps* 18+ Tu/Th 1/20-2/12 8:30-9:30am

* 2460 W. Third St. Suite 2474

1 DAY “TRY IT!” $8 PASS OPTION FOR *SELECT CLASSES

Unsure if a class is right for you? Then “try it” before signing up for the whole series! “Try It” $8 fee applies to the first day of the class only. Call 543-3737 to confirm class openings and then register before class at the front desk on the first day for $8. If the class is what you are looking for, we will apply your $8 to the full course fee. “Try It” is available for the following classes:

*ZUMBA! *MUSCLE & CARDIO CONDITIONING *CARDIO KICKBOXING Monday classes with Tina Stenger with Shelly Puntillo Monday or Wednesday classes with Pearci Bastiany



MARATHON TRAINING FOR RUNNERS AND NON-RUNNERS (Age 12+) 8 Weeks

Ever thought about running a full 26.2 mile marathon? Are you a casual jogger, or a runner who has done 5 and 10 K’s? Are you a non-runner who is looking for an incredible challenge, an accomplishment that will last a lifetime? There’s a reason why marathon running has become the fastest growing sport in the world and why every great city needs to have one. They’re fun and exciting … and there’s something profoundly fulfilling about going the distance. This is a six-month training course, broken down into three 8-week classes that will take you through the entire process – literally step-by-step. Over the course of the training period you can go from being a non-runner to a mara-thoner, or a casual runner to a dedicated long-distance runner. You will train with a highly dedicated coach who has trained hundreds of runners and non-runners to complete in their first marathon, and do so injury-free. The culmination of this training program is to run in the 37th Annual Napa Valley Marathon – one of the premiere marathons in the United States – on March 1, 2015. You can do it – find out how. For more information e-mail Don at [email protected]. FYI: The first class of each 8-week session will be held at the Finley Community Center – Willow Room. Min 8 Max 15

Instructor: Don Grose has been a runner for 20+ years and has run hundreds of races from 5K’s to marathons. From 2000 to 2011 he trained inner city middle school and high school students to annually run the Los Ange-les Marathon. He has worked with individuals and businesses worldwide as a motivational consultant.

8 Weeks, Sundays – 9am-12pmFinley/Willow Rm$106 (S.R. Resident $96)

Session 1 – 9/7-10/26#72799

Session 2 – 11/2-12/21 #72800

Session 3 – 1/4-2/22#72804

“ATHLETICS FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS” – BEGINNER(Age 18+) 6 Weeks

This boot camp style class that focuses on developing basic athletic movements. Blast the cardiovascular system, increase total body strength and endurance, build a solid core, and challenge your agility with exercis-es/drills that are both mentally and physically demanding. This class is a beginner course but all are welcome. Be sure to wear active clothing, running or cross-training shoes, and bring a water bottle. Participants will meet at “A Place to Play” soccer field #1 “Celebrate Community Field.” Please call (707) 291-3714 or email [email protected] with any questions you may have regarding the class. Min 5 Max 8

Instructor: Guy T. Bondi started personal training in 2007. He is a CPR and Ist Aid in-structor with 12 years of Emergency Medical Technician experience.

Wednesdays – 10-11amA Place To Play, 2375 W. Third St$54 (S.R. Resident $44)

Session 1 8/27-10/1#72802

Session 2 1/7-2/11#72803



TABLE TENNIS TUNE UP SESSIONS(*Age 12+) 8 Dates

If you enjoy playing ping pong but haven’t played in a while and would like to get back into it – this class is for you! This class is fun, no pressure and non-intimidating environment. Offered are 3 ping pong ta-bles – 2 for playing singles and/or doubles, and 1 to “fine tune” your strokes at the 3rd table. Come join us and play! *Under age 18 yr. must have permission from parent/ guardian. Bring your own paddle. Balls provided. Min 10 Max 10

Instructor: Randy Jew has competed in tourna-ments and has taught individual and group classes. He is a Gold, Silver and Bronze medal winner in the California Senior Games for Southern Ca and the Bay Area.

INTERMEDIATE TABLE TENNIS STROKES AND STRATEGIES(*Age 12+) 10 Dates

This class is for players with at least 6 – 12 months experience playing and a solid basic understanding of the fundamen-tals of this sport, i.e. different spins, legal serves, moving to the ball, forehand and backhand drives, and have and you desire to go to the next level. Students will drill with Forehand and Backhand Looping, 3rd Ball Attack, generating and hitting against sidespin. Strategies against different style players will be presented and students will be video recorded to help self-learning. Bring your own paddle. Loaner paddles are available in class. Balls provided. *Under age 18 yr. must have permission from parent/guardian. Min 10 Max 10

Instructor: Randy Jew (see Tune-Up Sessions instructor bio)

Course Barcode Location Age Day Date Time

Table Tennis Tune up Sessions – Class fee is $74 (S.R. Resident $64) (8 Dates) 72403 Person Sr. Wing /Rm 3 12+ THU 8/28-10/23 6:30-8pm (No Class 9/25)

Intermediate Table Tennis Strokes and Strategies – Class Fee is $90 (S. R. Resident $80) (10 Dates) 72404 Person Sr. Wing /Rm 3 12+ Thu 11/13-2/5 6:30-8pm (No Class 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)

HULA HOOP DANCE FITNESS! (Age 18+) 5 Dates NEW

Hula hoops- for total fun and total fitness! Hoop dance is proven to deliver a total-body workout that can improve flexibility and balance while strengthening the back, abdominal, arm and leg muscles. Drawing moves from belly dance, modern, ballet and ballroom, this class provides a fun workout for all levels. Basic easy-to-follow “waist hooping” will be taught for those who have no recent hoop experience. Class includes warm-up and a cool down period to soothe and de-stress your body. Hula hoops are available to use in class or purchase a custom hoop from the instruc-tor. Details given in class. Min 8 Max 15

Instructor: Kendra Heard, over 6 years of belly dance and 4 years of hoop dance experience. Kendra is also a seasoned performer.

5 DatesPerson Sr. Wing/Rm 4$ 44 (S.R. Resident $34)

Mon – 9/22-10/206:30-7:30pm#72455

Sat – 10/11-11/811-12pm#72457

Mon – 11/3-12/8(No class 11/24)6:30-7:30pm#72456

5 DatesFinley/Valley Oak Rm$ 44 (S.R. Resident $34)

Sat – 1/10-2/711-12pm#72458

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Outdoor Activities


TABLE ROCK HIKE NEW

Moderate 6-7 mile hike with far reach-ing high views to West & Southern Napa valley. This is considered by some writers to be the best Napa valley hike in the whole county. A cool Labyrinth, Sedona like Rock formations, deep cliff drops, vast gorges, caves, & a volcanic terrain. Bring good hiking shoes, camera & layered clothing as it can get warm. Water, juice, trail bars, energy drinks, snacks & hiking poles will be provided. Bring a lunch. Meet time is between 9:30 & 9:45 am. Meet in the dirt lot at the N.W. corner of Lincoln Ave & Silverado trail in Calistoga. If time permits a wine tasting option will follow.

Sat, 9/20 - 9:45-4:45pm #72844

VALLEY OF THE MOON (BARTHOLOMEW PRESERVE)

A hidden canyon preserve & winery in So-noma valley, bamboo groves, a variety of unique trees, some caves, creek crossings, a redwood grove next to a hidden lake with a garden waterfall overhang & rope climb below. Hike finishes w/picnic & self guided museum tour & wine tasting. This hike is 3.75 miles round trip and elevation is 800 ft. This hike is rated easy.

Sat, 10/11 – 10am-4:30pm#72845

GREAT GRANDMOTHER/GIANT SEQUOIA TREE ADVENTURE TREK

This hike is a moderate trek of 7-8 miles gradually rising above the Valley of the Moon area near Glen Ellen. You will see great views, abandoned fruit groves, creeks & canyons, ferns & bridges and a sparkling hidden lake to rest for a few moments. Then, a chance to find the Great Tree. It takes about twenty people holding hands to go around it. The hike finishes at a special/beautiful location overlooking Sonoma creek complete with wine & chocolate tasting (Optional). Our after event dinner option follows at 5pm. Meeting location will be in the North lot of Jack London Village, on Arnold Drive in Glen Ellen.

Sat, 11/1 – 9:30am-4:30pm#72843

COYOTE PEAK/REDWOOD FOREST & WINE CASTLE ADVENTURE

Don’t miss this 5-7 mile trek through the farthest Eastern Grove of Coastal California Redwoods. Elevation is to 1170 ft. After the hike is a picnic at a private lakeside setting & views of the Northern Napa Valley. Then ramble through an authentic Tuscan style War castle with moat, drawbridge, torture chamber and private wine tasting. (Castle tour & tasting are optional).

Sun, 11/16 – 9:30am-5pm#72846

HIDDEN BOULDER FALLS

This is an easy hike that crosses creeks & and takes us under unique rock formations & cliff top bluffs. The only part that may be a bit challenging is the descent to the Waterfalls. There will be huge boulders to climb over & around. The forest is mixed and has redwoods. Have lunch on top of the high falls & then climb a bit to the upper falls. Wine tasting follows at 1-2 nearby wineries (Included but optional).

SAT, 1/24 – 10:30am-4:30pm#72847

Back Roads Wine and Nature Adventures(Age 18+) 1 Day

Get off the couch, put away the remote and see what you are missing in the beautiful bay area. Dust off those hiking shoes and tag along to explore a few hidden nature hideouts. Explore places you never knew existed. Taste fine wine in a Castle, or ramble through Wooded Preserves, Waterfalls, Cliffs, and Caves! Trek through a real Sherwood Forest or Oceanside Hideaway. Don’t forget the camera. All you need is the adventurous spirit and your guide will take care of the rest. Min 7 Max 15

NOTE: Wear good hiking shoes. Snacks, hydration beverages, hiking poles & parking lot fees provided. Wine tasting is optional & usually included. Some hikes will have shuttle stops for carpooling. Please try to ride share with others coming from the same area. Directions provided closer to the event date.

Instructor: Tom Bold (The Hulaman) 15 years experience leading outdoor events and explorations. He is trained with California wine tours and is a Personal Fitness Trainer. For more information, call (925) 639-2496.

Fee: $40 (S.R. Resident $30)

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Outdoor Activities


PHOTOGRAPHY & HIKING AT ANNADEL (Age 18+) 1 Day NEW

In this photography class using a beauti-ful State Park as the classroom, hike and receive instruction while learning and practicing. The format will include lecture, discussion, questions and assignments – while hiking. The hike will be 2-3 miles and photography topics will include composi-tion, camera settings, lenses/effects, filters, lighting and several discussions on tech-nique. What to bring: camera or cell phone (lessons will be applicable), potluck lunch, drinks/cups, daypack, decent althetic shoes, layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, snacks and at least a liter of water. Min 5 Max 12

Sun, 9/14 - 11am-4pm$56 (S.R. Resident $46)#72801


Sun, 11/16 11am-4pm$56 (S.R. Resident $46)#72837

THE RIDGE OVERLOOKING THERUSSIAN RIVER HIKE (Age 18+) 1 Day NEW

This will be a 6 mile hike with an 1100’ eleva-tion gain through this beautiful redwood park. The class will hike through pine and redwood forest areas, crossing several quaint wooden bridges and streams. Pace will be fairly easy going, and class will wait at junctions for everyone. After the hike, there will be a short drive to the picnic area in the shady redwood grove for an after-hike potluck. What to bring: good hiking boots/shoes, layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, 1-2

liters of water and potluck food to share. Min 8 Max 20


MOUNTAINS, FORESTS, MEADOWS AND ADVENTURE HIKE (Age 18+) 1 Day NEW

This will be an 8-mile hike with an elevation gain of 600’ and is rated easy to moderate. This place is a gem and not many people hike into the areas this class will visit. Expect sightings of wild turkeys, ducks, vultures, and deer. The class will hike into the park through forest and meadow. Bring snacks for break along the trail. Eventually the class will have views of the lake before following a descending creek back to the point of origin. What to bring: good hiking boots/shoes, layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, 1-2 liters of water, food (potluck lunch) and drinks – tea or juice. Min 8 Max 20

Sun, 11/2 - 11am-4:30pm$40 (S.R. Resident $30)#72841

THE TWO PARKS HIKE (Age 18+) 1 Day NEW

This will be about a 6-mile hike with an elevation gain of about 1200’. The hike will have a gradual climb, giving par-ticipants an increasingly larger view of the valley. Along the trail there will be a snack break before continuing up towards the top, where participants will have a potluck lunch overlooking beautiful views of the valley and river below. Expect sight-ings of cows, mules, vultures, and even a falcon. What to bring: good hiking boots/

shoes, layered clothing, hat, sunscreen, 1-2 liters of water, lunch, potluck item and drinks – tea or juice. Min 8 Max 20

Sat, 12/6 - 11am-4pm$40 (S.R. Resident $30)#72842

WEST COUNTY BIKE RIDE (Age 18+) 1 Day NEW

This ride will be about 20 miles, mostly flat with one or two rolling hills and is considered easy to moderate. The class will head west and take in some of the great Sonoma County scenery. The ride will break at a winery for a complimentary tasting (optional), and lunch on it’s beauti-ful grounds, then head back to Santa Rosa via a lovely paved trail where riders will likely see egrets, ducks, squirrels, horses, vineyards, cornfields and more. This is a perfect ride for beginner to intermedi-ate riders. What to bring: snacks, water, lunch, potluck item, camera, fanny or daypack, sunscreen, layered clothing & helmet and a repair kit (with spare tube). Min 5 Max 15


WESTERN SONOMA COUNTY BIKE RIDE (Age 18+) 1 Day NEW

This 24-mile ride, is mostly flat with one or two rolling hills, and is considered easy to moderate. The ride will head off down a paved trail towards West County taking in some beautiful scenery before stopping at a winery for a complimentary tasting (optional). Lunch will be enjoyed on the beautiful backside of the winery next to the vineyards! Then the journey will continue deeper into West County, riding through very small, and quaint towns. Riders will likely see egrets, ducks, squirrels, horses, vineyards, cornfields and more. This is a per-fect ride for beginner to intermediate riders. What to bring: snacks, water, lunch, potluck item camera, fanny or daypack, sunscreen, layered clothing and helmet and a repair kit (with spare tube). Min 5 Max 15


Adventures with Chas Berlin: Hiking, Biking & Photography in the Great Outdoors (Age 18+) 1 Day

Chas Berlin has been an avid outdoorsman all his life. He’s led hikes, cycle events, snow-shoe treks and backpacking trips through California, The Rockies, Canada, The Dela-ware Water Gap and Half Dome. As an avid road cyclist, he rides 5-6 days per week (up to 130/ week) and has led cycle rides all over Sonoma County and along Hwy 1 by San Francisco. He also works as professional photographer, shooting concerts, weddings and corporate events. His work also includes combining hikes and photography, and he is pro-ducing a calendar showcasing this effort that will publish in 2015. Whether your passion is hiking, biking, photography or all three – each class promises to be a unique experience in the great outdoors! For questions about any of his classes, e-mail Chas Berlin at [email protected].

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Music


BEGINNING GUITAR FUN -DAMENTALS! (Age 12+) 10 Dates

Calling all first time players! Start working on your musical dream and join us in a fun group setting. You will be introduced to the basics of acoustic guitar playing, including basic chords, strums and tuning, all sup-ported with familiar folk and popular songs. Bring your own 6 string acoustic or non-amplified guitar to each class, or contact Ed at 838-4865 for information on buying or renting an instrument. Don’t delay and start learning to play today! Min 10 Max 20

Instructor: Ed Hayes, over 20 years experience teaching guitar.

BEG. GUITAR – LEVEL 2 (Age 12+) 10 DatesReady for more? For continuing students or those with some guitar experience; this class will continue to build on the fundamentals of guitar playing, learning additional chords, strums, and tuning or practicing to get better. The fun group set-ting is supported with familiar and simple folk and popular songs. Bring your own six-string guitar (acoustic or non-amplified electric). Contact Ed at (707) 838-4865 for information on purchasing or renting an instrument or to evaluate your level of ability for this next level class. Min 10 Max 20

Instructor: Ed Hayes, over 20 years experience teaching guitar.

BEGINNING UKULELE (Age 12+) 10 DatesThe Hawaiian word for ukulele is kanikapi-la, loosely translates as “to gather together, play music and enjoy yourself” and the late George Harrison, a self-professed uke-o-holic, once said “Everyone I know who is into the ukulele is crackers.” Both are examples of how this light, portable instru-ment brings smiles to those who hear its beautiful melodies. Basic chords, strums and lyric are introduced as you “play by ear.” Bring a four stringed ukulele. Min 10 Max 20

Instructor: Ed Hayes over 50 years playing the ukulele, teaching for over 20 years.

TAIKO – INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE DRUMS (Age 16+) 5 WeeksTaiko is the ancient Japanese drum that is known as the heartbeat of Japan. Taiko distinguishes itself from other forms of percussion through the way the whole body is incorporated into playing. Much like martial arts, Taiko is about harmoniz-ing your mind, body and spirit together with the drum. In this 5 week session you will be introduced to the basics of playing Taiko and given a cultural context for the art form. We will not only cover skills but learn a few songs to play as well. Please


Beginning Guitar Fundamentals - Class fee is $65 (S.R. Resident $55) Ed Hayes(10 Dates) 72523 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 8/26-11/4 (No class 9/23) 5:30-6:30pm(10 Dates) 72524 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 11/18-2/3 (No class 12/23, 12/30) 5:30-6:30pm

Beginning Guitar Level 2 - Class fee is $65 (S.R. Resident $55) Ed Hayes (10 Dates) 72525 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 8/26-11/4 (No class 9/23) 6:45-7:45pm(10 Dates) 72526 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 11/18-2/3 (No class 12/23, 12/30) 6:45-7:45pm

Beginning Ukulele - Class fee is $65 (S.R. Resident $55) Ed Hayes (10 Dates) 72527 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 8/26-11/4 (No class 9/23) 8-9pm(10 Dates) 72528 Steele Lane/Green Rm 12+ Tue 11/18-2/3 (No class 12/23, 12/30) 8-9pm

Taiko – Introduction to Japanese Drums - Class fee is $86 (S.R. Resident $76) Arnold Shimizu(5 Weeks) 72819 *So. Co. Taiko Dojo 16+ Wed 9/17-10/15 6-8pm(5 Weeks) 72820 *So. Co. Taiko Dojo 16+ Wed 11/12-12/10 6-8pm(5 Weeks) 72821 *So. Co. Taiko Dojo 16+ Wed 1/7-2/4 6-8pm * Location - 3325 Regional Pkwy Suite #11 (off Airport Blvd.)

Get on Board - Beginning Harmonica - Class fee is $47 (S.R. Resident $37) “Catfish Jack” Chauvin(4 Dates) 72496 72496 Person Sr. Wing/Rm 21 18+ Tue 10/7-10/28 6-7pm

wear comfortable clothing such as active wear, t-shirts, shorts or sweats. Bring a water bottle. Min 8 Max 12

Instructors: Arnold Shimizu is the Artistic Direc-tor and co-founder of Sonoma County (So. Co.) Taiko. Miwa Smith has been a member of So. Co. Taiko since 1997. Alexa Riner has 10 years of Taiko playing experience. Meg Mitzutani has been with So. Co. Taiko since 2006.

GET ON BOARD - BEGINNING HARMONICA (Age 18+) 4 Dates

The ‘people’s instrument’ is calling all riders! Now is the time to discover the magical secrets of the harmonica. For over 150 years the harmonica has been providing joy throughout the world. Learn simple folk, pop and blues melodies. Create your own unique ‘train’ sounds. The harmonica has been a proven stress reducer and latest studies show playing the harmonica help maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students will need a working harmonica in the key of C. Harmonicas can be purchased at the first class for $15. So put a smile on your face and let’s play! Fee include $5 of materials. Min 12 Max 20

Instructor: “Catfish Jack” Chauvin, performing and teaching harmonica for over 20 years, has played with some of the music industries finest musicians including Ruthie Foster, Charlie Mus-selwhite and Los Lobos.

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Safety Education


CPR & FIRST AID (Age 12+) 1 Day

Did you know that the brain starts to die in just 4-6 minutes after the heart stops beating? If CPR is not performed properly within that time, the victim will die. Do you know what to do if your husband stops breathing, your child chokes on a piece of meat, your neighbor gets cut by a table saw, a relative has a diabetic emergency, a co-worker has a seizure? These are all ac-cidents that happen every day. How would you feel if you were unable to intervene properly to save the life of a friend or loved one? Don’t let this happen to you. Take this fun, hands-on class and be prepared in the event of a life-threatening emergency. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive two-year infant, child and adult certification from Life Support

SURVIVAL SKILLS – STAYIN’ ALIVE! (Age 12+) 1 Day

Unexpected events like an earthquake, fire or vehicle accident could change your life in just seconds. Knowledge in survival skills could mean the difference between life and death. In this class, you will learn what to do before, during and immediately after the types of events that put your survival, se-curity and safety in jeopardy. Earthquakes, fire, vehicle accidents, personal attack, and extreme weather conditions will be cov-ered. You will learn valuable life saving skills like how to start a fire, how to create ap-propriate shelter, how to signal for help and what a “bug out bag” is and what it should contain. Knowledge is power and survival hinges on the ability to remain calm and take appropriate action before, during and after potentially life-threatening situations present themselves. Min 10 Max 24

IInstructor: Eric Peterson is the owner/lead instructor of Mill Creek Safety. When not giving OSHA/safety-related classes to busi-nesses around the Bay Area, he works on a 911 ambulance. He is a UC Davis graduate in the health & safety program, FEMA’s disaster preparedness/counter terrorism program and has been teaching disaster preparedness classes since 1989.

6-9pmPerson Sr. Wing/Room 1$65 (S.R. Resident $55)

Tue – 9/30#72725

Thu –11/20#72729

Network (LSN) in CPR and First Aid. LSN classes meet the guidelines set by the American Heart Association. Min 8 Max 24

Instructor: Eric Peterson is a certified instructor through the American Safety and Health Institute, EMS Safety Services, American Red Cross, and Life Support Network.

6-10pmPerson Sr. Wing/Room 1$76 (S.R. Resident $66)

Thu – 9/25#72727

Tue – 11/18#72728

Tue – 2/3#72730

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Special Interest


FENG SHUI – THE EASY & FUN WAY! (Age 18+) 1 Day NEW

An interactive and fun workshop that introduces the fundamental principles of BTB Feng Shui. You will learn easy to use methods for creating prosperity, culti-vating good health, and attracting and maintaining loving relationships for your home or office. Discover how placement and energy flow to create harmony and balance in the spaces where you live and work, and what to do if your environment is out of balance. You will be able to map out any space with the nine areas that affect your life, find your personal element, and understand how to use color, shape, and object to create the life you desire. Min 9 Max 20

Instructor: Helen McGee is a disciple of His Holiness Professor Lin Yun Rinpoche, and an Affliate of the art of placement with Kather-ine Metz. Helen practices the time honored oral tradition of Tibetan Buddhist Black Sect Feng Shui, and is a successful Feng Shui Practioner, Consultant and Lecturer.

Mon, 10/13 - 6-8pmFinley/Manzanita Rm$45 (S.R. Resident $35) #72716

FOOD FROM YOUR GARDEN YEAR ROUND (Age 18+) 1 Day

With attention to timing and some advance planning, many Sonoma County gardens can provide fresh produce year round. Fall and winter vegetables can give the most production for the longest pe-riod with the least amount of effort! Learn about crop scheduling, selection, soil preparation, cover crops, mulches, crop rotations and winter care for fruit trees and other perennials. Good soil care over win-ter can improve soil health significantly. Tips on getting cool season crops estab-lished in late summer weather, as well as making the most of the current harvest will be discussed too. Min 8 Max 20

Instructor: Wendy Krupnick’s passion for over 35 years has been growing vegetables, fruit, herbs, and flowers. She was senior horticul-tural adviser for Shepherd’s Garden Seeds, and teaches classes for Master Gardeners and others. She is Adjunct Faculty with SRJC’s

Sustainable Agriculture Program.

Sat, 8/23 – 9-12pmFinley/Willow Rm$48 (S.R. Resident $38) #72695

CASH FOR GRASS PRE-QUALIFICATION WORKSHOP (Age 18+) 2 Days

The City of Santa Rosa offers incentives to transform your lawn to a beautiful low water-use landscape! Learn a simple and effective way to transform your lawn and convert overhead spray irrigation to an efficient drip irrigation system. Qualify to receive up to $250 through the City’s Cash for Grass Rebate program by attend-ing two evening classes. This informative workshop series will include a variety of how-to activities and hand-out materials. You must be a City of Santa Rosa Utility customer and attend BOTH classes to pre-qualify for Grass Rebate program. Call the Water-Use Efficiency Hotline at 543-3985 for additional program & rebate informa-tion. Pre-registration is required. Loca-tion: Santa Rosa Utilities Field Operations Building, 35 Stony Point Rd (across from Finley Park). Min 20 Max 60

Instructors: City of Santa Rosa Water-Use Efficiency experts

Tue, 10/7, 10/14 – 6-8pmUtilities Field Operations Building/Rm A & FFREE #72740

LOW WATER-USE LANDSCAPE WORK-SHOP - PLANT SELECTION (Age 18+) 1 Days

Tour a demonstration garden and learn about great, drought-tolerant and Califor-nia Native plants that will work in any gar-den. The Master Gardeners of Santa Rosa will talk about general design concepts and answer your specific questions. This class is also great for those participating in the Cash for Grass Pre-qualification Workshop. Call the Water-Use Efficiency Hotline at 543-3985 for program & rebate information. Pre-registration is required. Location: Santa Rosa Utilities Field Opera-tions Building, 35 Stony Point Rd (across from Finley Park). Min 20 Max 60

Instructors: City of Santa Rosa Water-Use Efficiency experts

Tue, 10/21 – 6-8pmUtilities Field Operations Building/Rm A & FFREE #73293

COMMON GROUND I: DOG TRAINING(Age *18+) 5 Weeks

In this small and intimate Basic Obedience class, the goal is to introduce handlers, with dogs 5 months or older, to the posi-tive methods used for training dogs. Par-ticipants will make practical use of basic commands to help canine family members better understand the complexities of household and social etiquette. Proof of current rabies & DHLPP vaccination re-quired. Please bring vaccination records to the first class. The first class is a mandatory orientation for handlers only (no dogs). *Handlers under 18 years can attend if accompanied by an adult. Training manual and Graduation Certificate included.

Instructor: Mike Ossenbeck, 22 years experi-ence training dogs- 9 yrs training Assistance Dogs, 14 yrs teaching pet classes and be-havior problem solving. “Common Ground Dog Training” has been recommended by wagging tails throughout the North Bay since 1996.

Thu, 9/4-10/9 - 6:30-7:15pm(No class 9/25)Finley/Courtyard $82 (S.R. Resident $72) Min 6 Max 6#72520

Thu, 10/16-11/20 – 6:30-7:15pm(No Class 10/30)Person Sr. Wing/Rm 5$108 (S.R. Resident $98) Min 4 Max 4#72521

Thu, 1/15-2/12 – 6:30-7:15pmPerson Sr. Wing/Rm 5$108 (S.R. Resident $98) Min 4 Max 4#72522

More classes to check out! Let’s Write - Creative Writingsee page 59 for details.

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Special Interest


Instructors: Kevin Walters, see 10 Tips For Bet-ter Photos for bio.

Sat, 10/25 – 9am-12pmFinley/Willow Rm$50 (S.R. Resident $40)#72738

Tue/Thu, 12/2/& 12/4 - 6:30-8pmPerson Sr. Wing/Room 21$50 (S.R. Resident $40)#72746

Sat, 1/24 – 9am-12pmFinley/Willow Rm$50 (S.R. Resident $40)#72747

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY POST PROCESSING(Age 16+) 1 Day NEW

Ever wondered why a professional photog-rapher’s photos look way better than yours? It’s what the photographer does AFTER the picture is taken that counts! In this introduc-tory course, we will be exploring the world of Post Processing. We will be looking at software options and discussing the differ-ences between programs like Photoshop, Lightroom and Picasa. Open your eyes to the wonder of possibility that occurs after the camera clicks! Course notes will be provided. Min 6 Max 20

Instructors: Kevin Walters, see 10 Tips For Bet-ter Photos for bio.

Tue, 11/4 - 6-8pmPerson Sr. Wing/Room 21$35 (S.R. Resident $25)#72739

Sat, 12/20 - 9-11amFinley/Willow Rm$35 (S.R. Resident $25)#72748

Sat, 2/7 - 9-11amFinley/Willow Rm$35 (S.R. Resident $25)#72749

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY, HOW TO MAKE YOUR FLASH GIVE YOU GREAT RESULTS! INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED(Age 18+) 1 Day NEW

This class is designed for people who have been taking photos, have a working knowledge of their camera and would like

10 TIPS FOR BETTER PHOTOS(Age 16+) 1 Day NEW

Are photos not coming out how you’d like them to? It doesn’t matter if you are using your smartphone or a SLR camera, these 10 tips will put you in a better place to take better photographs. Regard-less of the equipment, most of the time it’s about the where/when/how you are taking a photo that will determine if it will look good or not. Expand your knowledge with this introductory course and think more like a photographer by the end! Bring your cameras and manuals to class and make sure your batteries are charged! Course notes will be provided. Min 6 Max 20

Instructors: Kevin Walters is a local wedding and portrait photographer who enjoys the technical elements of photography and has training as a photojournalist. Kevin has been a professional photographer since 2007.

Finley/Willow Rm$35 (S.R. Resident $25)

Wed, 9/10 - 6-8pm#72737

Sat, 10/11 - 9-11am)#72744

Tue, 1/13 - 6-8pm#72745

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL SLRPHOTOGRAPHY(Age 16+) 1 Day/2 Days NEW

Got one of those fancy cameras with in-terchangeable lenses? Are there way too many buttons on it than you know what to do with? Come and learn about how to maneuver your way around the camera and figure out what settings will get you the results that you like. Take control of the camera in ways that you thought only professionals would know! We will be going over the basic technical elements of the camera and targeting the simpler manual functions of your cameras. Bring your cameras and manuals to class and make sure your batteries are charged! Course notes will be provided. Course Requirements: Participants must have a camera that can be put into manual mode (usually a dial on the top that has an “M” on it). Min 6 Max 12

to add the use of a flash or multiple flashes for improved image results. Class will cover speedlights (small portable flash units) on and off camera. What makes a good flash image? Different types of portable lighting and studio lights. How “White Balance” affects your images – controlling bounce light, the use of light modifiers such as dif-fusers, umbrellas, soft boxes and more. How and why to use a flash meter.....for remote triggering of one or more flashes. Please bring paper, pen and camera. Min 6 Max 12

Instructors: Owen Scott Shirwo has been a Professional Photographer for over 40 years working in Commercial, Product, Portrait, Event, Public Relations, Food and Architecture Photography. His work experience includes film and digital media, black & white, color and all types of equipment. He has taught photogra-phy for more than 35 years.

Wed – 6:30-9pmFinley/Maple Rm$55 (S.R. Resident $45)

8/27#72733

1/14#72742

YOU’RE ON THE AIR! HOW TO REALLY MAKE IT IN VOICE-OVER (Age 18+) 1 Day

You don’t have to be an actor to get voice-over work, but it certainly doesn’t hurt! With such notable talent as Morgan Freeman, Glenn Close and Alec Baldwin lending their voices to commercials, films and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field. Not so! In this class you’ll learn about an exciting way to get around the competition and actually turn voice-overs into a thriving full or part time business! Min 6 Max 25

Instructor: Lisa Foster has done numerous voice-over projects for local and national companies, not to mention several TV appearances.

Th, 11/6 – 7-9pmFinley/Willow Rm $44 (S.R. Resident $34)#72684

10/8#72741

2/4 #72743

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Sports


SPORTS OFFICEOFFICE HOURS: Mon – Fri, 3-5pm

SPORTS PHONE NUMBERS:Rec & Parks Sports 543-3281Field Conditions (Updated weekdays 3pm) 543-3474Boys & Girls Club 542-3249Neptune Swim Team 543-3421

LITTLE LEAGUEMark West Little League (Northwest Santa Rosa)(Ages 5-16) 523-9333Rincon Valley Little League (Northeast Santa Rosa) (Ages 5-16) 537-9426SR Amer. Little League (Southeast Santa Rosa)(Ages 5-16) 522-3571SR Babe Ruth (Ages 13-15) 575-7215Westside Little League (Southwest Santa Rosa) 528-2006

MISC.SR Bocce League 965-9568SR Cycling Club 545-4133SR Express Track Club 545-1535Santa Rosa Tennis 527-0539SR Youth Soccer 544-8369So. Co. Horseshoe Pitchers 538-3128YMCA 545-9622

SPORTS OFFICIALS

If you are interested in officiating, call Northern Coast Officials Association at 538-5190.

FALL ADULT SOFTBALL

Don’t let your softball experience come to an end. Join us for our Fall Softball Season. We will be looking for Men’s, Women’s and Co-ed Slow Pitch Softball teams. Registration will begin August 4. All leagues will start season play in early September, field conditions and weather permitting. League play will run through the month of October.

GOLF LESSONS

Youth and adult golf lessons will be held during the summer months at the Bennett Valley Municipal Golf Course, 3330 Yulupa Avenue. Both group and individual lessons will be offered. For ac-tual class times, fees, and dates, contact the staff at Bennett Valley Golf Course Pro Shop, 528-3673.

BOCCE AT JUILLIARD PARK

Learn the fascinating outdoor bowling game of Italian Bocce. Volunteers present each Sunday at 12pm and Wednesday and Friday at 10am at Juilliard Park Bocce courts. For league play and information contact Sonoma County Bocce Federation by visiting their website at sonomacountybocce.org or calling 707-528-2710.

HORSESHOES

Sonoma County Horseshoe Pitchers Club is seeking new members for the 2013-2014 season. Those interested in pitching horseshoes for fun are encouraged to take part. Sanctioned by the National Horseshoe Pitching Association, the club participates in tournament schedule with other clubs in Northern California. Facility is located at Doyle Park in Santa Rosa. Weekly meetings are held on Tueday.

PICKLEBALL NEW

Join the fun! Come and learn to play one of the fastest growing sports in the country. PICKLEBALL is similar to tennis. It is played with a Ping-Pong style paddle and a Whiffle Ball on a sport court (20’ x 44’). Play begins EVERY MORNING at the newly constructed Pickleball courts at Finley Park at 9:00 AM. Beginner instruction is available Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Paddles are available. NO FEE.

A D U LTS ( 1 8 + )Sports


SANTA ROSA TENNISRec & Parks has adopted Santa Rosa Tennis and is working closely with the United States Tennis Association/Northern Cali-fornia and Sonoma County Junior Tennis Association to offer you a great variety of tennis programs for all ages and abilities. All tennis lessons are held at Galvin Park and are under the supervision of tennis pro Jason Beard.

Jason Beard, Head Tennis ProA native of Sebastopol, Jason Beard has been teaching for Rec & Parks for the past 13 years and teaching in Sonoma County for over 15 years. Prior to coming to Rec & Parks, Jason played for the Santa Rosa Ju-nior College team where he was awarded the Conference Champion Award and the Conference MVP. Jason then went on to play Division I Tennis for UC Santa Barbara. Jason continues to play competitive tennis in the area and enjoys teaching others to play the game he loves. Email Jason at [email protected]

Tennis Rain-Out PolicyMake-ups are only offered for rain-outs and instructor cancellations, not for student ab-sences. If there is a rain-out or cancellation, a student may make up the class by attending any other class throughout the year. It is the student’s responsibility to check the schedule of classes and call ahead of time to make sure the class is running.

League TennisSanta Rosa Tennis sponsors league teams of all abilities for our youth and adult players. Our teams compete in USTA play as well as the Sonoma-Napa-Marin league. If you have a team that needs sponsor-ship or if you are looking for a team, call Jason @ 217-7785. Generally, teams meet once a week for practice and another day for matches. We are currently looking for captains.

TENNIS PHONE NUMBERSSanta Rosa Tennis 217-7785Galvin Park 524-5014Airport Club 528-2582Competitor Tennis Shop 578-5689Countryside Tennis Club 527-9948La Cantera Tennis Club 544-9494Oak Park Tennis Club 539-0353SRJC Tennis 527-4368SCJTA 539-4348SSU Tennis 664-2657USTA Nor Cal 528-6982Wikiup Tennis Club 544-2330

ADULT BEGINNING/ADVANCED BEGINNING TENNIS (Age 17+)

Adult Beginning Tennis provides every-thing you need to get started playing ten-nis, where as Advanced Beginning builds upon the beginner classes and offers review of all of the shots. These classes run simultaneously. All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave.

Tue, Thu5:30-6:30pm$60 (S.R. Resident $50)

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INTERMEDIATE ADULT DRILLS(Age 15+)

Adult Beginning Tennis provides everyt-This class is for players who play competi-tively. Classes are usually high energy and require reasonable ball control. Emphasis is on conditioning, drills and strategy. All classes are held at Galvin Community Park, 3330 Yulupa Ave.

Tue, Thu6:30-8pm$60 (S.R. Resident $50)

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Sunday9-10:30am$25 (S.R. Resident $35)

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Players’ ListLooking for new players to hit with? Sign up and have your name on the players list. Cost is free! Categories are A, B, C or Beginner. To be placed on a players list please email your name and phone number to [email protected].

AC T I V E A D U LTS ( 5 0 + )Senior Center Information


Welcome Active Adults, 50 or Better The Santa Rosa Recreation and Parks Department operates a comprehensive program for Active Adults 50+ that includes recreational activities, lifelong learn-ing and social services. Senior programs currently operate at the Bennett Valley Senior Center and the Person Senior Wing at the Finley Recreation Complex.

Bennett Valley Senior Center (BVSC)704 Bennett Valley Road545-8608; FAX 545-8622Mon-Fri, 9am-2pmBus Route #5, #18

BECOME A MEMBER

Membership isn’t required to attend any of our activities, but does have its rewards! For $24/year (Individual)$40/yr (Couples) per year, you receive a photo ID card, Bi-monthly newsletter mailed directly to your home and discounts on a variety of activities throughout the year!

LEISURE ROOM

A great place to socialize, pick up a game of cards, a game of 8 or 9-ball (three tables), enjoy coffee and conversation or simply people watch! Open 9am to 2pm daily. There is a minimal charge for playing pool.

CALIFORNIA CAFE

Lunch is served 5 days a week at noon at the Bennett Valley Senior Center, courtesy of the Council on Aging Congregate Meal Program. Enjoy a hot, delicious and nu-tritious meal with your friends or meet new friends. Stay for your favorite afternoon activity after lunch. Reserva-tions are required at least 24 hours in advance. Call (707) 545-8608 to schedule your luncheon. A $4 donation is suggested. Adults 60 or better are welcome. Brunch on Fridays is freshly prepared.

MondayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMETai Chi $4 Calif. Rm 9-10:10amBeginning Computers * Rm 17 9-10:30amMorning Exercise $2 Rm 19 9-10:00amPainting w/ Acrylics * Rm 16 9:30am-12pmNeedlecraft $2 Rm 18 10:30am-12pmBingo $2 Rm 19 11am-2pmIntermediate Computers * Rm 17 11am-12:30pm

TuesdayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMEBasic Spanish $2 Calif. Rm 9-10:30amIntermediate Spanish $2 Rm 17 9:30-11amIntroduction to Spanish $2 Calif. Rm 10:30am-12pmAdvanced Spanish $2 Rm 11 11:15am-12:45pm

WednesdayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMERosen Method Exercise $7 Rm 18 9-10amMorning Exercise $2 Rm 19 9-10amLadies Billiards $2 Pool 9am-12pmBlood Pressure (4thWed) ** Rm 11 10am-12pmLine Dancing w/Anita $2 Rm 19 10am-11amOn the Ball $3 Calif. Rm 10:15am-11amLaughter Yoga (2nd Wed) $2 Rm 16 10am-12amChinese Mahjong $2 Rm 18 10:30am-2pmLine Dance w/ David $2 Rm 19 11am-12:30pm

ThursdayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMETai Chi $3 Rm 19 9-10amWii Games $2 Calif. Rm 9-11amStretch & Bend $3 Rm 18 10-11amSilver Singers Choral $2 Rm 19 10:15-11:30am Neuropathy (1st Thu) $2 Rm 16 10:30am-12pmTMM (2nd Thu) ** Rm 16 10:30-11:30amWhist $2 Rm 17 10:30-12:30amParty Bridge Lessons $2 Rm 18 11:15am-2pmCaregiver Support (3rd Thu) ** Rm 11 11am-12pmUse It or Lose It (3rd Thu) ** Rm 16 11am-12pmLegal Aid Clinic - (1st Thu) ** Rm 11 12-1pm

FridayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMEMorning Exercise $2 Rm 19 9-10amChair Yoga $4 Rm 18 9-10amComputer Lab ** Rm 17 9-11amAgeless Pilates $2 Rm 18 10-11amBingo $2 Rm 19 11am-2pm

•Pre-Registration required **Free to all members

Drop-in Activities Schedule Bennett Valley Senior Center

AC T I V E A D U LTS ( 5 0 + )Special Events


SUMMER BBQ

Join us on the Patio at the Senior Center for a Hot dog BBQ, members pay $2! All others are $5. (Membership has its rewards!)

Wed, 8/20 – 11:30 – 1pmBVSC Patio$2 Members$5 Non-MembersPay at the Grill

ANNUAL SUMMER NEIGHBORHOOD FLEA MARKET

Join us and our neighbors for a day full of treats and treasures. BBQ is on the patio. Vendors can purchase approx 9’x12’ booth space. Set up at 7am; call 545-8608 for more information.

Sat, 8/23– 8am-1pmBVSC parking Lot$20/ Booth#69553

OKTOBERFEST

Come celebrate the autumn at our an-nual Oktoberfest, a complete BBQ lunch w/ biergarten. Then enjoy the oompah sounds at our ballroom dance from 1pm to 4pm.

Fri, 9/19–11:30am-1pmFinley Courtyard$5 Pre-sale, $10 at the door#69298

HOPLAND SHO-KA-WAH

Get on board and join the fun on our day trip to Hopland Sho-Ka-Wah Casino. First sign ups given to members as seating is limited. Upon arrival you will receive your personal player card with $10 gambling credit. Check in 9:30am. Bring photo I.D.

10am-4pmMeet in BVSC Parking Lot$5 ea Fri, 8/29 #69548Fri, 9/26 #70746Fri, 10/31 #70747Fri, 11/21 #70748

AUTUMN BBQ

Join us on the Patio at the Senior Center for a Hot Dog BBQ, members pay $2! All others are $5. (Membership has its rewards!)

Wed, 10/15–11:30-1pmBVSC/Patio$2 Members$5 Non-MembersPay at the Grill

HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT

Our “Silver Singers” choral group kicks off the holiday season with a festive concert. Light refreshments following the concert. Admission is free - all are welcome!

Thu, 12/4 – 11am-1pmBVSC/Rm 19FREE#69299

HOLIDAY DINNER

Don’t miss this Rec and Park’s holiday tra-dition. Enjoy a seasonal dinner with all the trimmings, fellowship, and holiday cheer.

Fri, 12/19 – 4-6pmPerson Senior Wing/ Rm. 5$10 Senior Center Members$14 Non-Members#71749

TALENT SHOW

Perk up your winter days with a show of talent- our very own local senior talents. A variety show that is sure to please many with song, dance, and laughs abound. Interested in performing? Please contact JoRene at [email protected] or call 543-4625 by Nov 1st.

Sat, 2/7 – 2pmBVSC – Calif Rm$10/Pre-registration, $15/ at the door#71751

5TH THURSDAY LINE DANCE SOCIALS

Bring your dancing shoes for a fun afternoon of line dancing. All levels are welcome. This is an opportunity to bring together line dance enthusiasts from different venues for an afternoon of dancing and socializing.

Person Senior WingPre-register: $5.00

Thu, 10/30 –1-4pm#71692

Thu, 1/29 –1-4pm#71953

AC T I V E A D U LTS ( 5 0 + )


Drop-in ProgramsPerson Senior Wing (PSW)2060 W College Avenue543-3745 – FAX 543-3736Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm Bus Route #3, #6, #15

Person Senior WingPass CardThis electronic scan card is per-fect for regular participation in the Person Senior Wing’s drop-in programs. For your convenience, you can purchase your visits in advance (minimum 5 visits). Load your card with drop-in visits, and simply swipe your card at the front desk scanner when you arrive. It’s easier for you, and for us!

Drop-In Program Descriptions for PSWLINE DANCE REBELS ($2 drop-in)

Have fun dancing! Difficulty of dances is easy to moderate. Knowledge of basic steps is required. Instructor: Billie Darling

LINE DANCE PRACTICE($2 drop-in)

For those who know the basic steps, but need a refresher. Basic level dances will be prac-ticed; knowledge of basic steps is recommended. Instructor: Billie Darling

EASY INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCE ($2 drop-in)

Knowledge of steps and danc-ing experience is required. This class will focus on teaching line dance patterns. Instructor: Anita Jorge

ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE LINE DANCE ($4 drop-in)

Line dance experience is required. This class works on building on different rhythms. Instructor: Anita Jorge

BELLY DANCE FITNESS ($6 drop-in)

A fun workout where we learn traditional Middle Eastern dance steps in a positive, supportive atmosphere using dynamic music. Wear loose comfortable clothes (jingles are provided!). No experience necessary.

BETTER BALANCE ($4 drop-in)

It takes regular exercise and con-sistent practice to increase your steadiness, stability and balance. This class is suitable for people who use walkers or canes, those who have had a fall or near fall.

BOOMER BLAST FITNESS ($6 drop-in)

A low-impact aerobics class perfect to keep you in shape. Join this fun group and keep moving!

CARD GAMES ($2 drop-in)

Cribbage, Hand & Foot, Pedro, Texas Hold’em Poker, Mah Jong and Pinochle. Some play experi-ence necessary.

DISCUSSION GROUP ($2 drop-in)

Up for a lively discussion? Join us for a discussion group that covers many topics from current events to senior issues.

UKULELE ($2 drop-in)

A group of ukulele enthusiasts who love to have fun! Mondays are for beginners.

HISTORY ($2 drop-in)

Join instructor Melinda Napier for her dynamic history presen-tations. Schedule of topics is available at the front desk.

KNIT PICKERS ($2 drop-in)

Bring your knitting, crochet or other handwork. Yarn and needles available for first timers!

PILATES WITH JAE ($7 drop-in)

Enjoy this fun mat class for men and women while we work out the kinks and sore spots. Begin-ning and intermediate students welcome.

SCRABBLE($2 drop-in)

A welcoming group of word-smiths! Bring your Scrabble dictionary or borrow the front desk copy.

PING-PONG ($2 drop-in)

Get your workout and improve hand/eye coordination.

YOGA WITH DONNA ($7 drop-in)

Easy Flow Vinyasa style Yoga with deep stretching and stand-ing balancing as well as some meditation. Bring a mat and towel.

MAH JONG ($2 drop-in)

Mah Jong is a game of skill, strat-egy and calculation and involves a certain degree of chance. Join instructor Guy Richards for a friendly game of Mah Jong – Eastern and Western styles. All levels are welcome to learn and play.

Zumba ($6 drop-in)Zumba Plus ($7 drop-in)

Join us for a fun filled hour as you learn the basic Zumba moves to energetic Latin and international music! Zumba Plus - stay for 30 minutes of weight training.



Drop-in Programs

MondayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMEBoomer Blast Fitness $6 Rm 5 9-10amLine Dance Rebels $2 Rm 4 9:30-10:30amKnit Pickers (Needlecraft) $2 Rm 20 10am-12pmHistory $2 Rm 1 10:30-12pmUkulele –Beginners $2 Rm 5 11:00am-11:45amYoga with Donna $7 Rm 3 11:30am-12:30pmParty Bridge $2 Rm 21 12:30-3:30pmPinochle $2 Rm 1 12:30-4pmHand and Foot $2 Rm 22 1-4pmBook Club 3rd Monday $2 Rm 20 1:30-3pmLine Dance Practice $2 Rm 3 2-3pm

TuesdayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMEPilates with Jae $7 Rm 3 9:30-10:30amOpen Computer Lab $2 Rm 23 9-11amZumba Basics/Plus $6/$7 Rm 25 10-11:30am Yoga with Donna $7 Rm 3 11:30-12:30pmBridge/Exp Players $2 Rm 4B 12:30-4pmPedro $2 Rm 21 1-3pmBelly Dance Fitness $6 Rm 25 1:30-3pmPhotography (1st & 2nd Tues) $2 Rm 22 2-4pm

WednesdayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMELine Dance Rebels $2 Rm 4 9:30-10:30amDiscussion Group $2 Rm 22 10:00-11:30amYoga with Donna $7 Rm 3 11:30am-12:30pmPinochle $2 Rm 1 12:30-4pmUkulele– Experienced $2 Rm 5 12:30-3pmScrabble $2 Rm 21 1-4pmPing Pong $2 Rm 3 1:30-4:30pm

ThursdayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMEPilates with Jae $7 Rm 3 9:30-10:30amOpen Computer Lab $2 Rm 23 9-11amYoga With Donna $7 Rm 3 11:30-12:30pm Texas Hold’em Poker $2 Rm 21 1-4pmCribbage $2 Rm 22 2-4pmAdvanced IntermediateLine Dance $4 Rm 5 2:30-4:30pm

FridayACTIVITY FEE LOCATION TIMEBoomer Blast Fitness $6 Rm 5 9-10amLine Dance Rebels $2 Rm 4 9:30-10:30amMah Jong $2 RM 21 10-12:30pmBetter Balance $4 Rm 1 10:30-11:30amEasy Intermediate Line Dance $2 Rm 3 10:45-12:15pm Pinochle $2 Rm 1 12:30-4pmBridge/Exp Players $2 Rm 4B 12:30-4pmScrabble $2 Rm 21 1-4pm

Drop-in Activities Schedule Person Senior Wing

The computer lab at the Person Senior Wing is now open! We have ALL NEW computers loaded with Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2013 ready for you. Our computer lab offers participants the opportunity to check their email, work on a project or just browse the web. The computers will be available during our instructor facilitated lab hours. Our facilitators are prepared to answer the questions you may have been too afraid to ask. Lab hours are open to the public with a $2.00 drop-in fee. The lab can accommodate 12 users, register at the front desk when you arrive.

Person Senior Wing Computer “Open Lab Hours” Tu/Th 9am-11am

Computer & Technology Lab at Person Senior Wing

AC T I V E A D U LTS ( 5 0 + )Classes


WATERCOLOR WITH BARBARA BEGINNER TO ADVANCED(Age 50+)

Develop your unique style with glowing watercolor techniques. Monthly themes, daily demos & critiques. Min 10 Max 20

Instructor: Barbara Marlin-Coole

# Weeks Barcode Day Dates Time Location Resident Fee Non Res Fee

4 Weeks 72261 Fri 9/5-9/26 9:00am-12pm PSW RM26 $36 $464 Weeks 72829 Fri 10/10-10/31 9:00am-12pm PSW RM26 $36 $463 Weeks 72830 Fri 11/07-11/21 9:00am-12pm PSW RM26 $27 $374 Weeks 72831 Fri 12/5-01/02* 9:00am-12pm PSW RM26 $36 $464 Weeks 72832 Fri 01/09-01/30 9:00am-12pm PSW RM26 $36 $464 Weeks 72833 Fri 02/06-02/27 9:00am-12pm PSW RM26 $36 $46

* No Class 12/26


4 Weeks 72256 Fri 09/05-09/26 12:30-3:30pm PSW RM26 $36 $464 Weeks 72824 Fri 10/10-10/31 12:30-3:30pm PSW RM26 $36 $463 Weeks 72825 Fri 11/07-11/21 12:30-3:30pm PSW RM26 $27 $374 Weeks 72826 Fri 12/5-01/02* 12:30-3:30pm PSW RM26 $36 $464 Weeks 72827 Fri 01/09-01/30 12:30-3:30pm PSW RM26 $36 $464 Weeks 72828 Fri 02/06-02/27 12:30-3:30pm PSW RM26 $36 $46

* No Class 12/26

WATERCOLOR WITH BARBARA INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED(Age 50+)

Develop your unique style with glowing watercolor techniques. Monthly themes, daily demos & critiques. Instructor Barbara Marlin-Coole Min 8 Max 20

Instructor: Berenice Iriks

Watercolor with Barbara - Beginning to Advanced

FUNDAMENTALS OF DRAWING WITH CHRISTIAN

Learn the fundamental skills of drawing such as light and shade, figure drawing, landscape, perspective with Artist Christian Quintin. The ability to render what you draw in three dimensions and in a variety of medium will free you to create your own voice. This is an on-going class open to all levels and ages. A list of supplies will be provided with registration.Min 8 Max 24

Instructor: Christian Quintin


4 weeks 72280 Thurs 09/04-09/25 11am-1pm PSW Rm 26 $44 $545 weeks 72250 Thurs 10/02-10/30 11am-1pm PSW Rm 26 $55 $653 weeks 72279 Thurs 11/06-11/20 11am-1pm PSW Rm 26 $33 $433 weeks 72247 Thurs 12/04-12/18 11am-1pm PSW Rm 26 $33 $434 weeks 72248 Thurs 01/08-01/29 11am-1pm PSW Rm 26 $44 $544 weeks 72249 Thurs 02/05-02/26 11am-1pm PSW Rm 26 $44 $54

Fundamentals of Drawing with Christian

PAINT WITH CHRISTIAN

Join renowned French artist Chris-tian Quintin in this studio-style art class. Working with any medium in-cluding oil, pastel and acrylics, this class will greatly improve student techniques while also encourag-ing students to create their own voice and vision. List of supplies will be provided with registration. Call Christian at (916)833-2500 for information. Min 8 Max 24

Instructor: Christian Quintin


4 weeks 72270 Tues 9/2-9/23 3p-5p PSW Rm 26 $44 $545 weeks 72271 Tues 9/30-10/28 3p-5p PSW Rm 26 $55 $652 weeks 72272 Tues 11/4 & 11/18 3p-5p PSW Rm 26 $22 $325 weeks 72274 Tues 12/2-12/30 3p-5p PSW Rm 26 $55 $654 weeks 72275 Tues 1/6-1/27 3p-5p PSW Rm 26 $44 $544 weeks 72273 Tues 2/3-2/24 3p-5p PSW Rm 26 $44 $54

Paint with with Christian

Watercolor with Barbara - Intermediate to Advanced

AC T I V E A D U LTS ( 5 0 + )Classes


BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER CLASSES (Age 50+)

We offer both “beginning” and “intermediate” computer classes over a three-week period. The 90-minute sessions focus on learning mouse skills, windows manipulations and basic word processing techniques. NOTE: These classes are for PCs only - no MACs. Min 3 Max 6

Location: Bennett Valley Senior Center

Session Barcode Day Dates Time Beginning Computer Classes at Bennett Valley Senior Center Class Fee $20 Members ($30 Non-Members)

(Session I) 68754 Mon 9/8, 9/15, 9/22 9-10:30am(Session II) 68752 Mon 10/6, 10/13, 10/20 9-10:30am(Session III) 68756 Mon 11/3, 11/10, 11/17 9-10:30am(Session IV) 68758 Mon 12/1, 12/8, 12/15 9-10:30am(Session V) 68760 Mon 1/5, 1/12, 1/26 * 9-10:30am(Session VI) 68764 Mon 2/2, 2/9, 2/23 ** 9-10:30am (Session VII) 68768 Mon 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 9-10:30am

Intermediate Computer Basics at Bennett Valley Senior Center Class Fee $20 Members ($30 Non-Members)

(Session I) 68755 Mon 9/8, 9/15, 9/22 11-12:30pm(Session II) 68753 Mon 10/6, 10/13, 10/20 11-12:30pm(Session III) 68757 Mon 11/3, 11/10, 11/17 11-12:30pm(Session IV) 68759 Mon 12/1, 12/8, 12/15 11-12:30pm(Session V) 68761 Mon 1/5, 1/12, 1/26 * 11-12:30pm(Session VI) 68765 Mon 2/2, 2/9, 2/23 ** 11-12:30pm(Session VII) 68770 Mon 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 11-12:30pm

* NO Class on 1/19/15 due to holiday** NO Class on 2/16/15 due to holiday COMPUTER LAB at Bennett Valley Senior Center is opened Fridays 9am-11am. Reservations are required, $1.00/hour. Instructor available as reservations require.

Computer Classes

WALKING GROUP(Age 50+)

Walking is a great way to improve health and fitness. This supportive group will help you learn the basics, new routes, and keep you motivated. Participants will meet at the Person Senior Wing and walk the adjacent neighbor-hoods and trails. Minimum 5 Max 25

Instructor: Lynn Millar

Location: Person Senior Wing

# Weeks Barcode Day Dates Time Fee

4 weeks 72485 Tu/Thu 9/2-9/25 9-10am $165 weeks 72486 Tu/Thu 9/30-10/30 9-10am $203 weeks 72487 Tu/Thu 11/4-11/20 9-10am $104 weeks 72488 Tu/Thu 12/2-12/30 9-10am $164 weeks 72495 Tu/Thu 1/06-1/29 9-10am $16

Walking Group



ClassesLINE DANCING FOR BEGINNERS LEVEL 1 (Age 50+) 6 Weeks

Is there a dancer in you waiting to be set free? With Line Dancing, no partner is needed, so come have fun while improv-ing coordination, and getting both physi-cal and mental exercise. Learn terminol-ogy, basic steps and 8-10 line dances. This course is for people with NO or very little dance experience. Min 8 Max 25

Instructor: Billie Darling

Tues/Thurs, 9/2-10/9– 2-3pmPerson Sr. Wing/Rm 3$58 (S.R. Resident $48) #71945


STRENGTH CIRCUIT TRAINING (Age 60+) 6 Weeks

Strength Circuit Training for the 60+ adult is a great way to stay in shape to keep doing the things you love to do. Rid yourself of aches and pains while develop-ing strength, endurance and coordination with function focused resistance training. This class is semi-private to ensure you’ll get the attention needed to be your best and stay in the game. Beginning to inter-mediate clients. Please bring yoga mat, athletic attire and water bottle. Min 5 Max 8

Instructor: Guy T. Bondi started personal training in 2007. He is a CPR and 1st Aid in-structor with 12 years of Emergency Medical Technician experience.

Mon – 11-12pmStudio – 2460 W. 3rd St., Suite 2474$80 (S.R. Resident $70)

8/25-10/6 (No Class 9/1)#72805

12/29-2/9(No Class 1/19)#72813

LEARN HOW TO USE POLES FOR BALANCE & MOBILITY 1 Day

Help improve your balance, endurance, posture, walking gait & strength…and feel taller! Easy-to-learn techniques & gentle movements help you more confidently navigate everyday obstacles and enhance your enjoyment of the outdoors. Variety of top-quality poles provided; discover which poles fit you best and will help you reach your mobility goals. Those with MS, Par-kinson’s, arthritis or aging joints, someone facing or recovering from joint replace-ment and those using a cane or with mild to moderate mobility challenges will find these skills invaluable for maintaining quality of life. Using a walker? Call Jayah at (415) 699-3333 before registering. Min 8 Max 18

Instructor: Jayah Faye Paley, ACE & AFAA Cer-tified Personal Trainer, Educator & Mobility Coach is the creator of the only comprehen-sive training available on how to use poles.

Thurs, 10/9 – 11-2pmPerson Sr. Wing/Rm 5$44 (S.R. Resident $34)#72451

Thurs, 2/19 – 12:45-3:45pmPerson Sr. Wing/Rm 5$44 (S.R. Resident $34)#72452

TAP DANCING LEVEL 1 (Age 50+) 6 Weeks

Prerequisite: Previous tap dancing experi-ence. Refine the basic steps and funda-mentals of tap dancing. You will learn to form simple combinations with basic steps and complete tap routines. Tap shoes are required. Min 8 Max 20

Instructor: Billie Darling




T’AI CHI CH’UAN FOR ACTIVE 50+(Age 50+) 4-6 Dates

‘Think over carefully what the final purpose is: to lengthen life and maintain youth.’ (The Essence of T’ai Chi Ch’uan- The Literary Tradition). Tai Chi Chuan offers re-duced stress levels, improved balance and coordination, increased energy, stamina and agility and an increased feeling of well-being. People of any age can benefit from Tai Chi practice. Min 12 Max 25

Instructor: Karen Fleming, over 7 yrs experi-ence and trains with Teacher MT (Steven) Rose at the Whirling Wind Tai Chi Chuan Studio.

Tuesday – 11am - 12pmSteele Lane/Dohn Rm

4 Dates - 8/26-9/16$33 (S.R. Resident $23)#72515

4 Dates -9/30-10/21$33 (S.R. Resident $23)#72516

6 Dates -11/4-12/16 (No Class 11/11)$44 (S.R. Resident $34)#72517

6 Dates - 1/6-2/10$44 (S.R. Resident $34)#72518

Classes

LET’S WRITE! CREATIVE WRITING(Age 18+) 8 Dates

In a warm, friendly environment, we’ll dis-cuss character, plot, writing with feeling to connect with the reader, and publishing/self-publishing options. We’ll also discuss the dreaded self-censorship that comes with our inevitable social conditioning. And we’ll write! So, whether poetry, per-sonal essay, short story; novel, memoir, or other book, discover the story inside you. Bring a notebook and pencil or pen. Min 10 Max 12

Instructor: Valerie Serrano, Master of Fine Arts Degree in Creative Writing, 7 yrs teach-ing English and Writing, BA in Psychology.

Thurs, 8/28-10/23– 1:30-3:30pm(No Class 9/25)Person Sr. Wing/Rm 4B$122 (S.R. Resident $112) #72454

Course Barcode Day Date Time Location

AARP Driver Safety Program - Class fee is $23 (AARP members $18)Refresher Courses1 week 72593 Tues 09/30 9:30a-2:00p PSW Rm 221 week 72594 Thurs 11/13 9:30a-2:00p PSW Rm 221 week 72596 Thurs 01/08 9:30a-2:00p PSW Rm 22

Full Courses1 week 72592 Tu/Th 9/23, 9/25 9:30a-1:30p PSW Rm 22 1 week 72595 Tu/Th 12/9, 12/11 9:30a-1:30p PSW Rm 221 week 72597 Tu/Th 2/17, 2/19 9:30a-1:30p PSW Rm 22

AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM(Age 50+)

The AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by AARP Driver Safety, is the nation’s largest classroom and online driver safety course and is designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. By taking a driver safety course you’ll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. You’ll learn how you can manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. First time students of this driver safety course must take the full 8 hour course. A 4.5 hour renewal classes is available ONLY to those people who have PREVIOUSLY taken the 8 hr class within the last four (4) years.

MOSAICS WITH KATHRYN(Age 50+) 4 Weeks

Brighten your life with a handcrafted mosaic piece for your home. In this class we will create a mosaic vase, lamp, shelf, or frame using glass and plates. Or, if a gar-den stepping stone is more to your liking, you may create that in a 12” size. Glass and plates are an ideal mosaic medium as they are lighter and easier to snip to size. Stu-dents will become familiar with basic skills, adhesives, tools, tricks and techniques. All materials including vases and frames are included, but students are encouraged to bring favorite plates and glass pieces as well as project pieces to cover. All materi-als included. Min 8, Max 12.

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli

Tuesday, 10/7-10/28 – 10am-12pmPerson Sr. Wing/Rm 26Fee: $80/ $70 S.R. Resident #73302

HANDMADE POTTERY WITH KATHRYN(Age 50+) 4 Weeks

Express yourself through the art of pottery and build a beautiful piece for your home. Learn the three classic hand-building pot-tery techniques: pinch, coil and slab. Each class will fully explore one technique; stu-dents will become familiar with the basic skills, tools and tricks. The final class will be dedicated to glazing techniques. Note: We will not be working on a pottery wheel. All materials included. Min 8/ Max 12.

Instructor: Kathryn Cerasoli

Monday, 9/8-9/29 – 10am-12pmPerson Sr. Wing/Rm 26Fee: $80/ $70 S.R. Resident #73303

AC T I V E A D U LTS ( 5 0 + )Special Interest


LEARN TO RIDE THE BUS CLASS

Classroom instruction on the City Bus sys-tem, then the class takes a ride on the bus! You will learn CityBus routes, the transfer system and fares in this fun and entertain-ing class. See your City for the first time as a passenger rather than driver.

9:30-11:15amBVSC/Rm 16FREEMon, 8/11 #69551Mon, 9/8 #69371Mon, 10/13 #69372

LEGAL CLINIC

A lawyer is available to give legal advice to seniors. Please call Senior Center for an appointment.

1st Thursday of month – 12-1pmBVSC/Rm 11FREE

BLOOD PRESSURE

Drop-in and get your blood pressure read and recorded. Learn how to keep your blood pressure levels healthy.

4th Wednesday – 10am-12pmBVSC/Rm 11FREE

FLU SHOT CLINICS

Medicare Part B card carriers bring your card and the flu shot is free. All others pay $30 to Sutter Care.

Wed, 9/17 – 10am-12pmBVSC/Rm 16

BOOK CLUB

Join our friendly club to discuss a selected book. Call for current book.

3rd Monday of the Month1:30-3:30pm PSW/Rm 1 $2

DROP-IN WEIGHT ROOM

Please buy passes at the front desk of the Senior Center before participating in the drop-in weight room.

Mon-Fri, 9am-2pmMon, Wed, Fri, 5:30-7:30pm,BVSC Weight Room

Adults 18+ (13-17 years with adult supervision)$18- 6 visit pass$30-12 visit pass$45-20 visit pass

Adults 50+ with current membership$12 -6 visit pass$18-12 visit pass$25-20 visit pass

POOL TOURNAMENTS

Do you like to play pool? Have a little competitive spirit? Enter to play in one of our pool tournaments. Men and women welcome!

Thursdays – 10am-2pmBVSC/Rm 13$38/21 #680099/18 #6801110/16 #6801211/20 #6801312/18 #680141/15/15 #680152/19/15 #68016

BALLROOM DANCES

Our mixture of bands and DJ play all your favorite sounds from the 40’s to present. Dance steps from Polka to the Waltz, Cha Cha to Tango will keep your feet and spirits floating. Refreshments will be served. If you love to dance come experience the best ballroom dancing in Santa Rosa.

Fridays – 1-4pmFinley Community Center$8 drop-in

Special Dance Themes and ExceptionsFri, 8/15 Luau Dance Fri, 9/19 OktoberfestWed, 10/1 (no dance 10/3)Fri, 10/31 Halloween Fri, 11/21 Thanksgiving DanceWed, 12/17 Holiday Formal (all dances in Dec are on Wednesday)

THE CREATIVE FLAIR PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS

This class is for all levels. Come express yourself with the art of painting on canvas. $15 materials fee paid to instructor at first class.

Instructor: Nina Reimer

Mondays/4 weeks - 9:30am-12pmBVSC/Rm 16$65 pre-registration required

8/4 - 8/25 #70550 9/8 - 9/29 #7055110/6 - 10/27 #7055211/3 - 11/24 #705582/2 - 3/2 #70553

AQ UAT I C SFacility Information


Ridgway Swim CenterLOCATION: 455 Ridgway Avenue (adjacent to Santa Rosa High School)

PHONE: 543-3421 Fax: 543-4350

OFFICE HOURS: Mon. - Fri., 9am-4pm, Sat/Sun., 9am-1pm

The Ridgway Swim Center boasts a 25-yard by 25-yard, 9 lane competition pool; and a 2 - 3½ foot deep instructional pool. Ridgway features rim flow gutters, expanded deck space, tumble buckets, 140 ft. water slide as well as revitalized office and locker room areas.

Special Closures: August 18th – 29th Ridgway Pool will be closed for scheduled maintenance.

Finley Aquatic CenterLOCATION: 2060 West College Avenue (Stony Point Road and West College Avenue)

PHONE: 543-3760 Fax: 543-3768

OFFICE HOURS: Mon.-Fri., 6am-8pm; Sat., 9am -1pm; Sun., 10am-1pm

The Finley Aquatic Center has a 25-yard, 10-lane competition pool and a 2.5 – 3-foot-deep “L” shaped instructional pool. The facility is fully ADA accessible, with pool ramp and wheel chair lift.

BIRCH ROOM RENTAL: Rent our meeting room located at the Finley Aquatic Center! The Birch Room is fully equipped with an 8-foot screen, data projector, 5.1 surround sound HD DVD player and dry-erase whiteboard.

You can use this room to host a professional meeting, birthday party or any other occasion. The room measures 16’ x 27’ and comfortably seats 24 people in a conference style set-up. Room rates begin as low as $15 per hour when rented with the pool, and $30 per hour when booked separately.

Special Closures: September 27-28, October 4th and October 20th – 24th Finley Pool will be closed for scheduled maintenance.

POOL RENTAL

Both swim centers are available for rent after regular pool hours. Lifeguards are provided and reservations are needed at least two weeks prior to requested date.

Fee: 1-50 participants $120 per hour 51-150 participants $140 per hour 151-250 participants $160 per hour 250+ participants $180 per hour

Ridgway Waterslide: $50 per hour additional

PUBLIC SWIMPublic Swim offers a fun time in the water for all ages. All facilities will be open for use during public swim times and lifeguards will be on duty for your protection. Lockers are available for a 50¢ charge at both facilities. Our concession stand will be open with various food and drink items for sale. See information below for operating hours. Also, please be aware of the following public swim policies:• Flotation devices are not permitted. This includes suits with built-in flotation pieces.• Children under age 8 must be supervised by a responsible person age16+. • Children under age 5 must have an adult in the water with them at all times.• No jean cut-offs, T-shirts or street shorts allowed in the water.• Only clearly identified service animals are permitted.• Children must be 48 inches to ride the Ridgway water slide.• Swimwear with exposed zippers, buckles or metal rivets are not permitted on the Ridgway water slide.• Thong/G-string suits are not permitted in the pool area. • Children over age 5 are not allowed in opposite-sex locker rooms. We have a family change room available

• There is a $5 replacement fee for re-printed passes.

PUBLIC SWIM HOURSFINLEY AQUATIC CENTERAugust 24th is the last day of Public Swim at Finley for 2014. No fall season public swim at this facility.

RIDGWAY SWIM CENTER Through August 17 - Mon- Fri 1-4pm, Sat & Sun 1:30-6pmAugust 18 - 29 - Ridgway Pool will be closedAugust 30 - October 5 - Sat & Sun 1:15-6pmAugust 29 - October 3 - Mon-Fri 2:45-4:45pm (limited space), 3:45-4:45pmOctober 5th is the last day of Public Swim at Ridgway for 2014.

Please Take Note: • WeekendPublicSwimAugust23&24attheFinleyAquaticCenter.• TheRidgwaySwimCenterwillbeopenfrom1:15-6pmonMonday, September 1. • FinleyAquaticCenteronlywillbeclosedNovember28,29andJanuary1.• BothCenterswillbeclosedDecember25.• RidgwayPoolclosesat1pmandFinleyPoolclosesat1:15pmon Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.

PUBLIC SWIM ENTRANCE FEEAll customers entering either facility will be charged the entrance fee.Adults (18-54): $5 Youth (2-17): $4 Seniors (55+): $4 Disabled: $4

AQ UAT I C SPublic & Lap Swim Hours


PUBLIC SWIM PASSES

Public swim passes are valid for public swim admission to the Finley Aquatic Center and the Ridgway Swim Center.

Flexi Pass: Load your pass with as many public swims as you would like to attend (minimum 5 swims.) This pass has no expiration.

Adult: $4.50 per swim

Youth/Senior/Disabled: $3.50 per swim

All-Season Family Pass: $250 Pass valid from April 26 - October 5Summer Family Pass: $200 Pass valid from June 1 - August 24. Includes unlimited swims for up to 5 family members, additional family members $10 (Limited to 7 household members)

LAP SWIM

A time for lap swim fitness. Lane lines will be in place with lanes designated accord-ing to speed. Kickboards, pull buoys and hand paddles are available for use during this program. Lockers are available at both facilities for a 50¢ charge. Lap swim is a year-round on-going program. See below for available days, times and lap swim pass information. Availability of lanes will vary.

Ridgway Swim Hotline: 543-3421Finley Swim Hotline: 543-3760

SANTA ROSA MASTERS SWIMMING

Masters is a coach-guided aquatic training program for beginning, intermediate and advanced adult swimmers. Correction and development of strokes and techniques will be provided by an on-deck coach.

Ridgway Swim Center

Fees: Monthly Pass: Admission to any Masters coached work-out, $65 per month (S.R. Resident $55 per month)

Monthly Plus Pass: Admission to any Masters coached work-out plus all lap swim hours at Ridgway and Finley $69.50 per month

Drop-in: $7 per visit

Practice Times:“Morning Thunder” Workout, Monday-Friday, 6-7am

“Afternoon Delight” Workout, Tuesday and Thursday, 11:45am-1pm

Hermine Terhorst teaches Private Swim Lessons for Adults. Her balanced approach to teaching makes learning fun. Become 100% successful regardless of your learning fears or restrictions! Contact: (707) 480-0794

RIDGWAY SWIM CENTER LAP SWIM Mon-Fri: 9:30am-1pm begins 9/2

Sat/Sun: 9:30am-1pm

FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER LAP SWIM Mon-Fri: No walking lane available 7-8am M/W6-8am (9-11am begins 8/18, no walking lane available), 11:30am-1:15pm

Mon/Wed: 6-7pm (5-7pm begins 10/27)

Tue/Thu: 6-8pm (No walking lane 7-8pm)

Fri: 5-7pm

Sat: 9-11am

Sat/Sun: 11:30am-1:15pm

LAP SWIM FEES$5 General Admission$4 Senior 55+/Disabled$55 General Admission Lap Monthly Pass$45 Senior/Disabled Monthly Lap Pass

Flexi Pass: $4.50 per swim General Admission, Minimum 5 swims$3.50 per swim Senior 55+/Disabled, Minimum 5 swims

Special Event - check it out! Turkey Burner Event see “Community Events” on page 4 for details

AQ UAT I C SWater Fitness Classes


WATER FITNESS (Age 16+)

Water Fitness is a fun aquatic activity which uses the resistance of water to provide strength training and aerobic conditioning for people of all fitness levels. These choreographed exercise routines provide smooth variable resistance through a full range of motion; some exer-cises require side-by-side movement while maintaining spatial awareness. Each in-structor incorporates various movements that improve your strength, endurance, flexibility and well-being with little to no impact on the joints. People with minimal aquatic experience are encouraged to join us for this rejuvenating form of exercise. Register for a four-week session or you can drop-in for $6 and try it out!

M/W/F, 7-8amM/W/F, 9 -10am M-Sun, 10-11amM-F, 5-6pm T/Th, 7-8pm

Finley Aquatic Complex, Drop-in fee: $6Flexi Pass: Load you pass with as many Water Fitness classes as you would like. $5/ class (Minimum 5 classes.) This pass has no expiration.

Monthly Membership Pass: This pass is valid from the first day to the last day of the month in which it is purchased and has no limit of classes one can attend. $75

Barcod Days Dates Time Fee

70033 M/W/F 8/25 – 9/19 11:30-12:15PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)70044 M/W/F 9/22 – 10/17 11:30-12:15PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)72946 M/W/F 10/27 – 11/21 11:30-12:15PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)72947 M/W/F 11/24 – 12/19 11:30-12:15PM $51.25 (S.R. Resident $41.25)*72948 M/W/F 12/22 – 1/16 11:30-12:15PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)72949 M/W/F 1/19 – 2/13 11:30-12:15PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)70041 M/W/F 8/25 – 9/19 12:15-1:00 PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)70042 M/W/F 9/22 – 10/17 12:15-1:00 PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)72950 M/W/F 10/27 – 11/21 12:15-1:00 PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)72951 M/W/F 11/24 – 12/19 12:15-1:00 PM $51.25 (S.R. Resident $41.25)*72952 M/W/F 12/22 – 1/16 12:15-1:00 PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)72953 M/W/F 1/19 – 2/13 12:15-1:00 PM $55 (S.R. Resident $45)70049 T/Th 8/26 – 9/18 11:30-12:15pm $40 (S.R. Resident $30)70050 T/Th 9/23 – 10/16 11:30-12:15pm $40 (S.R. Resident $30)**72954 T/Th 10/28 – 11/20 11:30-12:15pm $40 (S.R. Resident $30)72955 T/Th 11/25 – 12/18 11:30-12:15pm $36.25 (S.R. Resident $26.25)*72956 T/Th 12/23 – 1/15 11:30-12:15pm $32.50 (S.R. Resident $22.50)**72957 T/Th 1/20 – 2/12 11:30-12:15pm $40 (S.R. Resident $30)70054 T/Th 8/26 – 9/18 12:15-1:00 PM $40 (S.R. Resident $30)70055 T/Th 9/23 – 10/16 12:15-1:00 PM $40 (S.R. Resident $30)**70025 T/Th/Sat 8/26 – 9/20 9:00-9:45am $55 (S.R. Resident $45)70026 T/Th/Sat 9/23 – 10/18 9:00-9:45am $47.50 (S.R. Resident $37.50)**72958 T/Th/Sat 10/28 – 11/22 9:00-9:45am $55 (S.R. Resident $45)72959 T/Th/Sat 11/25 – 12/20 9:00-9:45am $51.25 (S.R. Resident $41.25)*72960 T/Th/Sat 12/23 – 1/17 9:00-9:45am $47.50 (S.R. Resident $37.50)**72961 T/Th/Sat 1/20 – 2/14 9:00-9:45am $55 (S.R. Resident $45)

THERAPEUTIC WATER EXERCISE (Age 16+)

Therapeutic Water Exercise is designed to accommodate people with various physical conditions, physical disabilities or those recovering from injury or surgery. This class can also be used for prehabilitation (pre-operative exercise for optimal surgery outcome). Individual instruction is provided. You may register in person, over the phone or online.

Instructor: Donna Burch or Rene Bosen (No Drop-ins)

*Course pro-rated 1 day, **Course pro-rated 2 days (due to scheduled closures)Location: Finley Aquatic Center

AQ UAT I C SSwim Lessons


SANTA ROSA DIVE TEAM

The Santa Rosa Dive Team is a year-round diving program with emphasis on safe rec-reation and competitive diving. The team works out three to four days per week. All diving levels workout and compete at vari-ous times throughout the year. All coaches hold current USA Diving Coaches Certifica-tion and are in good standing with USA Diving. This program emphasizes safety, discipline, positive attitude, respect, cama-raderie, spatial awareness and control from beginning to advanced. Training sessions also include graduated levels of instruction emphasizing: physical technique (biome-chanics), body awareness, and physiology and skill development. Also included are opportunities to participate in local, invita-tional, regional, and national competitions depending on skill level. This team follows FINA and USA Diving guidelines.

Minimum Requirements: - able to swim 50 yards - able to safely and confidently dive in head first from the low (one meter) springboard - 8 years of ageTry-outs for the team take place the last Saturday of each month. Please contact the Coach, Nolan Irwin, to schedule a try-out, [email protected]. *Membership in USA Diving and/or AAU Div-ing is required for all levels.

Our beginning swim program is designed for all ages to gain basic water skills. The focus of these courses is water adjustment and fun in the aquatic environment.

PARENT CHILD (Ages: 6 months - 3 years)This is a FUN introduction to the water. Participants will work on a variety of skills in a ca-sual setting, including singing songs and playing games. Water adjustment and beginner skills such as blowing bubbles, going underwater, floating, kicking and scooping will be introduced to students as well as parents. The program is designed to teach you to work with your child on water adjustment and introductory skills. Parent participation in the water is required.

TADPOLES (Ages: 3-5 years)No previous water experience is required for this class. Students will work on being com-fortable and enjoying their time in the water. Fun, games and imagination will be used to teach swimming skills including: blowing bubbles, going underwater, floating, kicking and alternating arms.

WATER FROGS (Ages: 4-5 years)Students must be able to float and glide unassisted with their face in the water and back float with assistance. Students will work on introductory front crawl, back floats, back crawl and elementary backstroke.

SEA STARS (Ages: 6-9 years)No previous water or swimming experience is required for this class. Students will work on a variety of skills including water adjustment, submerging, front and back floats, kicking, front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke.

DOLPHINS (Ages: 10-15 years)No previous water experience is required for this class. Students will work on skills includ-ing: water adjustment, floats, front and back crawl, and elementary backstroke. The pace of the course will be based on student progress and needs. More advanced skills may also be taught including: breaststroke, sidestroke, treading water, and kneeling and standing dives. This class is taught in 3 1/2 feet of water.

ADULT BEGINNER (Ages: 16 years and up)No previous water experience is required for this class. Students will work on skills ranging from water adjustment and floating to front crawl, back crawl and elementary backstroke. The pace of the course will be based on student progress and needs. This class is taught in 3 1/2 feet of water.

Beginning Swim Program (Level 1 - Parent Child/Adult Beginner)



Our intermediate swim program is designed to build swimming proficiency, technique and endurance. The focus of these courses is skill development.

LEVEL 2 (Ages: 5-9 years)Prerequisite: Swim front crawl and back crawl 5 yards. Students will work on side breathing for front crawl, improving their back crawl and elementary backstroke arms. Attention will be placed on skill proficiency and technique.

LEVEL 3 (Ages: 6 and up)Prerequisite: Front crawl with side-breathing and back crawl for 15 yards, and elementary backstroke arms for 5 yards. Teaching will emphasize improving side-breathing and endurance for front crawl. Students will be introduced to elementary backstroke kick, breaststroke kick, butterfly kick and sitting and kneeling dives. This course will be taught in deeper water.

LEVEL 4 (Ages: 6 and up)Prerequisite: 25 yards of front crawl with excellent side-breathing, 25 yards of back crawl, 15 yards of elementary backstroke, breaststroke kick, and dolphin kick. Students will learn to coordinate breaststroke arms and kick and be introduced to butterfly. Students will work on treading water and learning to do a standing dive from the side of the pool.

LEVEL 5 (Ages: 6 and up)Prerequisite: 50 yards of front crawl and back crawl, 25 yards of the elementary back-stroke, 15 yards of breaststroke and butterfly. Students will improve technique and endurance on the front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke. Students will work on proficiency in butterfly and the sidestroke, treading water, diving and flip turns.

Intermediate Swim Program (Level 2-5)

SWIM LESSON INFORMATION• Age level indicates that the participant must be that age by the first day of class.

• Participants may not make-up classes which have been missed. If your child is sick the first few days of class, they are encouraged to take the remaining days.

• In the natural progression of children in swim lessons, it is not uncommon to expect your child to take and re-take a particular level before progressing to the next level.

• To remedy supervision concerns, please do not send children too early for classes and please pick up children on time.

• Persons will not be admitted to any fee program without being registered.

• Register early as classes fill up quickly.

• Save the registration receipt for presentation to the Swim Center Front Desk at the first class.

• Children registered for a class which they are not qualified for will be placed in the correct class only if there is a vacancy. If there is no vacancy, your money will be refunded. Please read the class descriptions carefully to ensure your child is enrolled in the correct class. See page 64-65 for more information.

• If your child graduates to a higher level than you have them registered for, we will make every effort to accommodate a transfer, subject to availability. However, there may be instances where a refund is necessary.

Monday/Wednesday Lessons Session 1* Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 8/25–9/3* 9/8–9/17 9/22–10/1 10/6–10/15



4pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73018 73019 73020 73021 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73058 73059 73060 73061 Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 73098 73099 73100 73101 Level 2 5-9 yrs 73130 73131 73132 73133 Level 3 6+ yrs 73162 73163 73164** 731654:30pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73022 73023 73024 73025 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73062 73063 73064 73065 Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 73102 73103 73104 73105 Level 2 5-9 yrs 73134 73135 73136 73137 Level 3 6+ yrs 73206 73207 73208** 732095pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs 73002 73003 73004 73005 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73026 73027 73028 73029 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73066 73067 73068 73069 Level 4 6+ yrs 73178 73179 73180** 73181 Level 5 6+ yrs 73194 73195 73196** 731975:30pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs 73006 73007 73008 73009 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73030 73031 73032 73033 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73070 73071 73072 73073 Level 3 6+ yrs 73166 73167 73168** 73169 Level 4 6+ yrs 73182 73183 73184** 731856:00pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73034 73035 73036 73037 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73074 73075 73076 73077 Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 73106 73107 73108 73109 Level 2 5-9 yrs 73138 73139 73140 73141 Adult Beginner 16+ 73198 73199 73200** 73201

4pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73038 73039 73040 73041 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73078 73079 73080 73081 Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 73110 73111 73112 73113 Level 2 5-9 yrs 73142 73143 73144 73145 Level 3 6+ yrs 73170 73171 73172 731734:30pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73042 73043 73044 73045 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73082 73083 73084 73085 Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 73114 73115 73116 73117 Level 2 5-9 yrs 73146 73147 73148 73149 Level 4 6+ yrs 73186 73187 73188 731895pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs 73010 73011 73012 73013 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73046 73047 73048 73049 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73086 73087 73088 73089 Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 73118 73119 73120 73121 Level 2 5-9 yrs 73150 73151 73152 731535:30pm Parent Child 6m-3 yrs 73014 73015 73016 73017 Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73050 73051 73052 73053 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73090 73091 73092 73093 Sea Stars 6-9 yrs 73122 73123 73124 73125 Level 3 6+ yrs 73174 73175*** 73176**** 731776:00pm Tadpoles 3-5 yrs 73054 73055 73056 73057 Waterfrogs 4-5 yrs 73094 73095 73096 73097 SeaStars 6-9 yrs 73126 73127 73128 73129 Level 2 5-9 yrs 73154 73155 73156 73157 Adult Beginner 16+ 73202 73203*** 73204**** 73205

Tuesday/Thursday Lessons Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 8/26–9/4 9/9–9/18 9/23–10/2 10/7–10/16

FALL SWIM LESSONS AT FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER

W. 2060 College Ave

28-Minute Group Lessons,4 Day Lessons M/W or Tue/Thurs for 2 weeks$34 ($24 S.R. Residents) * Session 1 M/W No Class September 1st Pro-rated $28 (S.R. Resident $18)**No class Wednesday September 24. Pro-rated $28. (S.R. Resident $18)*** No class Thursday September 9 or Thursday September 18. Pro-rated $22. (S.R. Resident $12)**** No class Thursday October 2. Pro-rated $28. (S.R. Resident $18)

Private lesson schedule on page 67

AQ UAT I C SPrivate Swim Lessons/ Waterpolo


Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 8/25 – 9/3* 9/8 – 9/17 9/22 – 10/1 10/6 – 10/15 4:00 S 72962 72963 72964 72965 4:30 S 72966 72967 72968 72969 5:00 S/D 72970 72971 72972 72973 5:30 S/D 72974 72975 72976 72977 6:00 A 72978 72979 72980 72981

Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 8/26 – 9/4 9/9 – 9/18 9/23 – 10/2 10/7 – 10/16

4:00 S 72982 72983 72984 72985 4:30 S 72986 72987 72988 72989 5:00 S/D 72990 72991 72992 72993 5:30 S/D 72994 72995 72996 72997 6:00 A 72998 72999 72300 72301

FALL PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS AT FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER28 Minute Lessons (4 Day Lessons) $100Session 1 (3 Day Lesson) $75 No Class September 1st Private Lessons at 5pm and 5:30pm will be in the L-pool or deep water only.

* Week 1 No Class Monday, September 1st. Private Lessons $75

A= Taught in Any Depth S = Taught in Shallow water only (2 1/2 - 3 feet deep) S/D = Taught in shallow (2 1/2 - 3 feet) or deep water (6 - 12 1/2 feet)

Monday/Wednesday Lessons

Tuesday/Thursday Lessons

JR. HAMMERHEAD WATER POLO (Age 10-16)

This is a growing program for youth to learn and compete in the sport of water polo. The focus of this program will be water polo skill development and playing in real scrimmag-es and tournaments. Participants should be able to swim at least 50 yards without rest and tread water for 2 minutes.

Practice Times:Mon, Wed 7-8pmSun 10-11:30am Finley Aquatic Complex Monthly Pass: $46 (S.R. Resident $36)Drop-in Fee: $5

HAMMER HEAD WATER POLO (Age 16+)

This program offers both a great workout four days a week plus the opportunity to learn the game of water polo. This program also offers the opportunity to compete if one desires to do so. Also, scrimmage games take place each night of the week with quality refereeing.

Practice Times:Mon, Wed, Fri 7-9pmSun 10-11:30amFinley Aquatic ComplexMonthly Pass: $46 (S.R. Resident $36)5 Visit Pass: $25 (w/student ID $20)Drop-in Fee: $6 (w/student ID $5)

SHARK PUPS (Age 8-12)

This class is designed for the children who have developed some essential water skills developed and is looking to expand those skills with an emphasis on water polo. Kids enrolled in this class should be able to swim 25 yards without aide or rest.

Practice Times:Mon/Wed – 7-7:45pmSun– 11-11:30pmFinley Aquatic Complex Monthy Pass $46 (S.R. Resident $36)5 Visit Pass $25 Drop-in Fee $6

Waterpolo

AQ UAT I C SSafety Training


Life Guard TrainingAMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING (Full Course) (Age 15+)

The ARC, American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course is a 46-hour course that will meet all necessary criteria towards becoming a professional lifeguard. Upon successful course completion, the participant will receive the following certifications: Lifeguarding/Standard First Aid/CPR/AED for the Lifeguard and First Aid for Public Safety Personnel-Title 22 (a Sonoma County ARC Chapter requirement). Course prerequisites, to be evaluated the first day of class, include:

• Participant must successfully complete a 300yd. swim, demonstrating a competency command of both the front crawl (a.k.a. free-style) and the breaststroke. This swim is not timed, but must be swum continuously without stopping. Goggles are allowed.

• Participant must tread water - legs only - in an upright position with their hands in their armpits for 2 minutes.

• Participant must surface-swim 20yds, dive to a depth of over 7ft., retrieve a 10lb. object from the pool bottom, resurface, return to the initial starting point and climb out without the use of a ladder or steps. This portion must be successfully completed within 1 minute, 40 seconds. Goggles not allowed. Lap swim is a great way to prepare.

• Participant must be at least 15 years old by the end of the course.

Instructor’s note: Swimming is an exercise activity like no other! Therefore, if you have not been recently swimming on a somewhat regular basis, it is strongly recommended that you prepare yourself prior to the 300yd. prerequisite swim by doing so.

Location: Finley Swim Center

Barcode Dates Days Time Days Time

Lifeguard Training Course (LG) - Course fee is $210 (S.R. Resident $200)72935* 12/22-12/27 Mon-Sat 8am – 6pm (No class Wed 12/25)72936 1/28-2/12 Mon-Th 6-9:30pm Sat 9am-5pm

*One week accelerated course, no class on Thursday, December 25thNote: Except for 1-week accelerated course, the first class starts on Wednesday from 7:30-9:30pm for prerequisite training.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Review Course (Age 15+)

Lifeguard certifications (Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Title 22) expire every two years. This class is designed as an intensive review, in lieu of retak-ing the full course. A CURRENT CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED TO BE ALLOWED TO TAKE A REVIEW COURSE! It is recommended to renew all certifications at the same time so that all certifications need to be renewed at the same time; therefore, this course renews all three certifications. This course will not renew certifications ala cart. The American Red Cross offers CPR for the Professional Rescuer courses as standalone courses. Challenges are no longer available per America Redcross requirements.

Location: Finley Swim Center

Barcode Dates Days Time Days Time

Lifeguard Training Course (LG) - Course fee is $210 (S.R. Resident $200)72937 12/12 – 12/14 Fri 5:30pm-7:30pm Sat/Sun 9am-6pm72936 2/20 – 2/22 Fri 5:30pm-7:30pm Sat/Sun 9am-6pm

D I F F E R E N T LY A B L E D A D U LT P R O G R A M SAdults & Teens


This program offers social and recreational activities for adults and teens, 16 and older, with developmental disabilities.

DANCES - SUPPORTED BY BECOMING INDEPENDENT (Age 16+)Dances are the second Monday of every Month (unless otherwise noted) at the Steele Lane Community Center from 7-8:30pm. A DJ provides music for dancing. Admission is $5 per person. Soft drinks are available for purchase. Participants must have a current I.D. and emergency phone number for admission. The dances are wheelchair accessible.

ADVENTURE DAYS (Age 16+)Adventure Days are offered one Saturday a month, September thru May, from 10am to 1:30pm. Participants spend the day at the Steele Lane Com-munity Center. Activities are varied and can include arts and crafts, games, and social time. Check bulletin for details. Fee is $10 per person. Pre-registration is required. This event is wheelchair accessible. Bring a lunch; beverages are provided.

Monthly events are mailed or emailed to participants every six months. To be added to the mailing list call 543-3737.

Participants who need assistance must bring an aide to any activity. No fee is charged for the aide.

D E P T. I N F O. , PA R K S & FAC I L I T I E SFacility Information


FINLEY COMMUNITY CENTER

Located at 2060 W. College Ave. (enter off of W. College at Stony Point Road), a 28,000 square foot modern, multi-purpose facility available for rent. This center in-cludes meeting rooms, banquet and con-ference facilities, and commercial kitchen. Rental guide is available with detailed information. Reservations: 543-3733.

PERSON SENIOR WING

This center is a 25,000-square-foot addi-tion to the Finley Recreation Complex. Rental facilities available include an audi-torium, fitness/dance room, two multi-purpose rooms, library and computer lab. Reservations: 543-3737.

STEELE LANE COMMUNITY CENTER

This center is located at 415 Steele Lane, 23,000 square foot community center with rental facilities available including meeting rooms/classrooms, auditorium with stage, cooking facilities. Reservations: 543-3284.

BENNETT VALLEY SENIOR CENTER

Locates at 704 Bennett Valley Road, rental facilities available include meeting rooms, classrooms and small auditorium with stage. Reservations: 545-8608.

Swim FacilitiesRidgway Swim Center 455 Ridgway Ave. 543-3421

Finley Aquatic Center2060 W. College Ave. 543-3760

Special FacilitiesBennett Valley Golf Course3328 Yulupa Avenue. 528-3673

Bocce CourtsDeMeo and Juilliard Parks. Bring your own equipment.

Church of One TreeJuilliard Park. Rent for weddings & special occasions. Call 543-3285.

DeTurk Round BarnDeTurk Park. Rent for weddings, meetings, parties, conferences. Call 543-3285.

Fenced Dog ParksGalvin, Rincon Valley, DeTurk, Doyle and Northwest Parks. Off leash play allowed at: Franklin, Southwest, Youth Parks (6-8am) and Doyle Park (6-8:30am). In all other parks, dogs must be on a leash not exceed-ing 6 feet in length. Please pick up after your dogs.

Fly Casting Pondat Galvin Park.

Horseshoe Facilitiesat Doyle, Finley and Bicentennial Parks. Bring your own equipment.

Park Amphitheaterwith reservable campfire area in Howarth and Youth Parks. Reservations: 543-3737.

Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery Franklin & Monroe Streets. Self-guided walking tours Call 543-3292 for special events schedule.

Skateboard & Blading ParkYouth Park. Bring your own equipment. Safety equipment required.

Softball, Baseball and Soccer Fieldsare available (weather conditions allowing) for informal recreational use and league play. Call the Sports Desk, 543-3281, (Mon-Thu, 3-7pm; Fri, 3-5pm) for permit use and schedules. The field condition information line, 543-3474, is updated at 3pm, Monday through Friday.

Community ParksGroup picnic reservations are available. See page 73 for contact information. For a detailed list of neighborhood parks, go to srcity.org/parks.

Doyle Community Park750 Doyle Park Drive off Sonoma Avenue. 22 acres. Family/group picnic, BBQ’s, play equipment, baseball, horseshoes, restrooms, clubhouse, dog park, Doyle Day Camp. Off -leash dog area, 6-8:30am.

Finley Community Park2060 W. College Ave (entrance on Stony Point Road). 22 acres. Play equipment, ten-nis courts, basketball court, sand volley-ball, horseshoe pits, restrooms, group and family picnic, BBQ’s, gazebo, Ropes Course, community center and swim complex.

Franklin Park2095 Franklin Avenue, 13 acres. Lighted softball, playground, soccer field. Picnic area. Off leash dog area, 6-8am.

Galvin Community Park3330 Yulupa Avenue. 22 acres. Family/group picnic, BBQ’s, play equipment, ten-nis, softball, soccer, restrooms, exercise court, fly casting pond and dog park.

Howarth Community Park630 Summerfield Road. 152 acres. Lake Ralphine (25 acres) offers boat rentals (sea-sonal), launch ramp and fishing. Amuse-ment area (seasonal) offers miniature train ride, carousel, pony rides, snack bar. Small & large group picnic facilities, gazebo and children’s birthday party packages are available. Hiking, jogging, biking trails, BBQ’s, picnic tables, play areas, restrooms, 6 lighted tennis courts, softball field, Camp Wa-Tam, Land of Imagination playground, climbing wall. See Page 2 for Howarth Park attractions. Wireless access is provided by sonic.net. Cost is $3.50 for 24 hours and free to sonic.net users.

Northwest Community Park2880 West Steele Lane. 25 acres. Lighted sports fields, restrooms, playground, soft-ball, BBQ’s, parking, dog park. No reserv-able picnic areas.

Rincon Valley Community Park5108 Badger Road. 25 acres. Family/group picnic, BBQ’s play equipment, softball, soccer, restrooms, dog Park for large and small dogs.

Southwest Community Park1698 Hearn Avenue at Burbank, 19 acres. Family/group picnic, BBQ’s, play equip-ment, basketball, softball, soccer, rest-rooms, off leash dog area, 6-8am.

Youth Community and Skate Park1500 Fulton Road. 72 acres. Picnic areas, BBQ’s, gazebo, play equipment, restrooms, skate park for skateboarders and in-line skaters, Camp Yu-Chi, Youth Memorial, off leash dog area, 6-8am.

D E P T. I N F O. , PA R K S & FAC I L I T I E SDepartment Information


Scholarships:Thanks to generous donors, Recreation & Parks offers a number of scholarships to enable families in need to participate in programs and activities offered by the De-partment. Applications are available at the Steele Lane Community Center. For eligi-bility information, please call 543-3737.

Friends Program: Invest in Your Community - Here’s How You Can Help: The Friends Program offers in-dividuals, businesses, or organizations the opportunity to financially assist or support a variety of Recreation & Parks programs. Sponsoring a special event, adopting a park, or donating a memorial bench are just a few ideas! Call 543-3737 for more information.

Standards of Behavior: For the enjoyment and safety of everyone; Recreation & Parks expects all participants to treat the people and facilities con-nected with the program with respect and abide by all rules and direction from the staff. Recreation & Parks reserves the right to refuse service to anyone for failure to abide by these standards.

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA): Recreation & Parks is committed to compli-ance with the ADA. For accommodation requests or inquiries about accessibility, please call 543-3292, or (TDD) 543-3289 (M-F, 8am-5pm), at least 72 hours prior to the event. Accessible parking is available at all City facilities. For more information regarding the closest accessible public transportation and bus lines, please call 543-3325. Complaints regarding depart-ment compliance with ADA should be directed to the Director of Recreation & Parks, 415 Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, 543-3292 or (TDD) 543-3289 (M-F, 8am - 5pm – Alternate Fridays: closed)

Discrimination: Recreation & Parks prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status or sexual orientation. Should you have any concerns, please contact the Director of Recreation & Parks, 415 Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, 543-3292 or (TDD) 543-3289 (M-F, 8am -5pm)

Photos: Recreation & Parks staff reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities and program participants for potential pro-motional use. All photos will remain the property of Recreation & Parks and may be used for publicity or promotion purposes only. If you or anyone in your family should not be photographed, contact Recreation & Parks at 543-3737.

Birthday Parties

Let Recreation & Parks help you plan your child’s birthday party! We offer a variety of convenient and af-fordable party package options that will suit multiple interests. We take care of the details, so you can spend more time having fun with your guests! Below is a sampling of what we offer and full details are available at www.santarosarec.com.

BASKETBALL PARTY!Enjoy a 2-hour party for ages 6-12 at Steele Lane Community Center. Games, activities, drills, engaging instructor, sport music, party room, fun! Price: $175 plus $50 re-fundable deposit (12 child maximum). Call 543-3737 to book a party.

DODGE BALL PARTY!Enjoy a 2-hour party for ages 7-16. Games, activities, drills, engaging instructor, sport music, party room, fun! Price: $175 plus $50 refundable deposit (20 child maxi-mum). Call 543-3737 to book a party.

PARTY AT THE POOL!The Birch Room at the Finley Aquatic Center and “Under the Awning” at the Ridgway Swim Center can be reserved for birthday parties, $9 per child, includes admission. Minimum party size is ten children. Call Finley (543-3760) or Ridgway (543-3421) to book a party.

PARTY AT HOWARTH PARK!Voted best Sonoma County birthday party spot by Sonoma Family Life Magazine readers! Package includes party picnic space reservation, unlimited train, carou-sel, jump house, & animal barn rides for 10 children (one adult may ride free with each child), one pony ride per child (up to 10 children), Howarth Park souvenirs. Total cost is $150 (for 10 children); add ad-ditional child guests for $15 each. Parties are held during park operating hours, April 6-October 27. Make your reservation on-line at howarthpark.com or call 543-3737.

D E P T. I N F O. , PA R K S & FAC I L I T I E SInformación General


RESERVACIÓNES DE SALÓNES

Podrá recojer un paquete de información en el Centro Comunitario de Finley para planear su fiesta familiar. Llamar al numero 707 543-3737.

QuinceañerasBodas y RecepciónesAniversáriosReuniones de la IgléciasReuniones de Clubs de ServicioTásas sin interésRecaudación de fondosConferénciasReuniones de NegóciosCumpleañosBautísmos

OTROS EDIFICIOS DE RENTA:

Centro Comunitários FinleyCentro Comunitario Person Senior WingCentro Comunitário Steele LaneCentro Comunitário Bennett ValleyLa Iglècia de One TreeLa Granja de De Turk

CLASES/PROGRAMASTodas Las Clases Ofrecen Solamente En Ingles!

La Salud es lo Maximo!Para distfrutár un ambiente dívertido tené-mos varios prográmas para toda la familia incluyéndo desde niños hasta adultos. Es-tos programas son ofrecidos por la Ciudad de Santa Rosa Recreacion y parques.

Zumba, Aerobica, Karate, Campamen-tos de verano y otoño, Natacion, Arte, Computación, Balet y mucho mas….

Kindergym:Su hijo/a aumentara capacidades sociales por medio de convivir con otros pequeñi-tos y hacer actividades como corer, brincar y gatear. Habrá actividades de canto, juegos con paracaidas.

Servicios Vecindarios Para JovenesOfrece programas para niños desde 6-18 años en Santa Rosa. Ofréce tambien programas gratis y de bajos recursos. Los siguiéntes programas incluyen:

Deportes, Asistencia de tareas, Tutoria, Arte, Musica, Clubs y mucho mas…

Para mas informacion favor de llamar al 707-543-4501Santarosarec.com (neighborhood youth programs)

Hay becas disponibles. Para obtener mas información favor de llamar al 707-543-3737 o pueden venir en persona al Centro Comunitario de Finley en la siguiente direction 2060 W College Avenue.

Para personas discapacitadas favor de lla-mar al 707-543-3292/TDD 543-3289 (Lunes a Viernes 8am-5pm)

PARQUES

Parque de los Patos/Howarth ParkEste parque tiene un Carusel, Tren, Brin-colín, y Ponis. Hay una fuente de agua que está localizada en el la area de recreo, y tiene una pared de piedras para escalar.

Parque y Granja de BayerEste parqué tiene uno de los jardines mas grandes de Santa Rosa! El parque de Bayer ofrece jardines pequeños y disponibles para alquilar. Támbien pueden comprar verduras y flores o simplemente disfru-tarlo. Este parque esta localizado en 1550 West Avenue, Santa Rosa CA. Para mas información llame al 707-542-9318 o visite la pagina del internet www.landpaths.org

Permisos Para Parques:Tenemos espácios grandes y chicos para hacer reservaciónes en los siguientes parques:

DoyleFinleyFranklinGalvinHowarth/Parque de los PatosRincon ValleySouthwestYouth Park

Brincolínes:Usted necesitá usar su propio generador para su brincolín, Las estacas no deben ser mas de 8 pulgadas de profundidad. El brin-colín deberá ser puesto encima de una lona. Brincolínes de agua no son permitidos.

Piñatas:Son permitidos en los parques pero dében ser protegidos los arboles poniendo una toalla entre el arbol y la cuerda. Tambíen deben poner una lona para la basura de la piñata.

Reservaciones de Parques:Para reservacíones de 50 personas o mas se require un permiso de la Ciudad de Santa Rosa para las areas índicadas. No és permitido sonídos amplificados en los parques de Finley y en Rincon Valley. Para mas informacion o hacer una reservacion favor de hablar al numero 707-543-3753 o venga en persona al Centro Comunitario de Finley durante las horas de 10:00am-4:30pm (Lunes, Miercoles y Viernes).

D E P T. I N F O. , PA R K S & FAC I L I T I E SPicnic Reservations


PICNIC PERMIT

A standard picnic permit allows up to 200 people in a Community Park picnic site. With a standard picnic permit you may bring in an oversized BBQ and/or have your event catered. The standard picnic reservation does not include exclusive use of any lawn area. All regular park rules apply. Visit srcity.org/parks and check the availability of picnic sites. For ques-tions or to make a reservation, call 707-543-3753 or come in to the Finley Community Center on M/W/F 10am - 4:30pm.

SPECIAL USE PERMIT

A Special Use Permit is required for events with an expected attendance of 200 + and also for ALL events held in a Neighborhood Park. In addition, a Special Use Permit may be required for any of the following reasons, regardless of attendance:

• Eventisopentothepublicandattendancecannotbedetermined(i.e.fundraisers).

• Alcoholwillbesold.

• Animalsorspecialequipmentsuchascarnivalrides,vehicles,band,portabledance floor, tents, etc. will be brought into the park.

•Portabletoiletsandor/additionaldumpsterswillbeneeded.

•Eventisoutsidetheparametersofthepicnicsiteorimpactstheotherparkpatrons.

•TodownloadaSpecialUsePermitApplication,visitsrcity.org/Parksandclickon “reservations.”

Our parks have picnic areas available on a first-come, first-served basis year round. By reserving a picnic site, you guarantee a spot for your event.

Small Picnic Sites Available:Finley Park (2)Franklin ParkGalvin ParkHowarth Park (4)Rincon Valley ParkYouth Community Park

Large Picnic Sites Available:Doyle Park (2)Finley ParkGalvin Park Howarth Park (2)Rincon Valley ParkSouthwest ParkYouth Community Park

FEES• SMALL Picnic Sites: $45

• Large Picnic Sites: require an additional $100 refundable cleaning/damage deposit, plus the below fees:

Finley Community Park & Howarth ParkMonday- Friday: $110Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: $123

All Other Large Group Picnic SitesMonday- Friday: $105Saturday/Sunday/Holidays: $110

PARK RULES• Jump Houses are allowed in several of our parks. We do NOT provide electricity or water. (The rental service must follow our policies for setup. For a complete list of jump house rules, visit srcity.org/parks/park rules.)

• No smoking or glass in any City Parks.

• Place trash in the garbage cans or dumpsters.

• Please respect the “field closed” signs to preserve the turf (13-24.035)

• Keep audio players at a sound level that cannot be heard outside your picnic area.

• No amplified sound without a sound permit. No amplified sound allowed in small sites.

• Alcohol is allowed in Community Parks after 5pm on weekdays and all day on weekends and holidays.

For a COMPLETE list of Park Rules and Ordinances please visit: srcity.org/parks

R E G I S T R AT I O N I N F O R M AT I O NRegistration/Refunds


5 Ways to Sign up!ONLINE REGISTRATIONwww.santarosarec.comFollow the instructions on the screen.

To register, you’ll need:

• client barcode numbers* • Family PIN number* • Course barcode number(s) from Activity Guide • Credit Card number (VISA or MC only)

Available 24 hours a day/7days a week

*To obtain these numbers, call (707) 543-3737 or you can also create a new account online.

ADVENTURE LINECall our automated “Adventure Line” at 543-3003 anytime, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. NOTE: In order to use the Adventure Line, user must have a client barcode number for each participant you wish to register along with a family PIN, and you must pay with a valid Visa or MasterCard.

FAXFill out the registration form, include a valid VISA/MC number with expiration date & signature; a receipt will be mailed to you. Please use the following FAX phone number: Center Classes: (707) 543-3736Swim classes: (707) 543-3768.

MAILMail Registration Form on page 76 to:Finley Community Center REGISTRATION,2060 West College Ave. Santa Rosa, Calif. 95401OR Steele Lane Center REGISTRATION415 Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, Calif. 95403

For Swim Classes:Finley Aquatic Center REGISTRATION2060 W. College Avenue, Santa Rosa, Calif. 95401OR Ridgway Swim Center, REGISTRATION455 Ridgway Avenue, Santa Rosa, Calif. 95401

*Include check made out to SRRP or include your VISA/MC number and a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

WALK-INFor swim classes: Ridgway or Finley Swim CenterFor all other classes: Finley or Steele Lane Community CenterSee page 2 for facility hours.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION• Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

• Registration will not be accepted in class by the instructors.

• Your name will automatically be placed on a waiting list when a class is full. (Including swim classes.)

• Register online or by mail/Fax/Adventure Line for only those activities which have a barcode. If no barcode is listed, contact a Community Center or the Swim Center.

• Please allow at least 10 days to process mailed registration forms. A receipt will be mailed to participants to indicate enrollment status.

• For mail/fax registration, if a class is full at the time of registration, you will be given your alternate class, if available, and automatically placed on a waiting list for your first choice. You will be notified by telephone should an opening become available.

• If you have not received confirmation, for a non-swim class, or wish to confirm your registration, call either Community Center at 543-3737 or 543-3282, after 9am, Monday - Friday. For a swim class, call the Swim Centers at 543-3760 or 543-3421.

• Future program fees are subject to change as City Council reviews the 2013-2014 budget

CITY RESIDENTS

Participants living within the Santa Rosa City limits receive a discount on classes and activities.

CLASS REFUND AND TRANSFER INFORMATION• Full refunds will be issued if the request is received 7 days prior to the starting date of the class.

• If a refund is requested less than 7 days prior to the start of a class, a 25% cancellation fee will be charged. If preferred, we will transfer the participant to another class whenever possible.

• Refunds or changes will not be allowed if submitted within 3 business days prior to the start of a class.

• Refund requests for camps are slightly different.

CAMP REFUND POLICY

No refunds allowed for Day Camps after 5pm on the Thursday prior to camp.

SCHOLARSHIP DONATIONS

Donating to our scholarship fund can provide recreational activities for financially challenged families. Your donation is tax deductible. You may donate any amount you wish by completing our mail registration form on page 76.

R E G I S T R AT I O N I N F O R M AT I O NRegistration Form


ADULT/GUARDIAN CONTACT INFORMATION: **Please sign belowAdulto/Información Personal

Last Name: First Birthdate: M FApellido Nombre Fecha de Nacimiento Varon Hembra

Address: Domicilio

City: State: ZIP Code: Resident *Non-ResidentCiudad Estado Código Residente No-residente

Home Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone:Teléfono de Casa Teléfono de Trabajo Celular

Emergency Phone: email Address:Teléfono de Emergencia E-mail

*Non-Resident is anyone who lives outside the city limits of Santa Rosa *Un no residente es alguien quien vive afuera de los limites de la ciudad de Santa Rosa.

Community, Swim, Senior Center Classes & Activities

Participant’s Last NameApellido del participante

FirstNombre

Date of Birth

Fecha de Nacimiento

Course BarcodeClave del Curso

Course NameNombre del Curso

2nd Choice2nda opción

FeeCosto

If paying by check, please make check payable to: Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks Department Total Fees:

Help sponsor a kid for camp or swimming lessons! Add on Scholarship Fund Donation: Ayude a un niño a asistir un programa de campamento o de natación gratis! Agrege su donación aquí:

VISA/MasterCard Account #: Número de tarjeta VISA/Mastercard#

Expiration Date: Fecha de Vencimiento

Month Yearmes año

Cardholder’s Signature: Firma de Autorización

Total Paid: Cantidad Total:

The undersigned in consideration of participation in this program agrees to indemnify and hold the City of Santa Rosa harmless and release the City of Santa Rosa, its officers, employees and agents, from any and all liability for any injury arising out of , or in any way connected with participation in this program. I HAVE READ THE ABOVE APPLICATION AND AGREEMENT, AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT I ASSUME ALL RISK FOR ANY INJURIES RECEIVED.

Recreational Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities:Persons with disabilities are welcome to participate in any class or activity offered by Santa Rosa Recreation, Parks & Community Services. If you have a special need or accommodation request, please contact (via phone, e-mail or in person) our staff at either community center at least one week prior to the start of the class or activity. Every effort will be made to reasonably accommodate your request

**Signature: Date:

Firma Self Parent Guardian Fecha

Additional forms available at Community & Swim Centers Para formas adiciionales viste a un centro comunitario o de natación

REGISTER ONLINE AT SANTAROSAREC.COM (BARCODE #71901) OR CALL (707) 543-3421. ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT SANTA ROSA REC & PARKS POOLS.

FOR ACCESSIBLE INFORMATION, CALL 543-3292/ TDD 543-3298 (M-F 8AM-5PM).

FOURTH ANNUAL

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PUMPKIN DECORATING

SWIMMING AND TREATS

GAMESAND PRIZES

Take care of your creeksThe Sonoma County Water Agency and City of Santa Rosa support individuals, businesses, neighbors, and community groups who volunteer as Creek Stewards to help keep local creeks clean and safe. Creek Stewards adopt a stretch of creek and help with restoration projects, pick up litter, and provide suggestions that add to the public's enjoyment of the trails, scenery, and wildlife. To learn more about your local creek, upcoming events, and for information on becoming a Creek Steward call 543-3845 or email [email protected]

Organize your own creek clean up!For help organizing a creek clean up with your neighborhood, school, community group, or business please call (707) 543-3845 or email [email protected]

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 noonLocation: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. Near 105 Olive Street. On-street parking.

Every Month! First Saturday Cleanup on Prince Memorial Greenway (ages 5 & up)On the �rst Saturday of every month help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek �owing through the heart of downtown. The Greenway provides a home for river otter, king�shers, egrets, and steelhead trout as well as parks, public art, and recreation along the six mile creek trail. Visit www.�rstsaturdaycleanup.org for more information.

Date: Saturday, October 18 Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AMLocation: Meet at the Olive Park footbridge. Near 105 Olive Street. On-street parking.

Family and Friends Day on the Prince Greenway (all ages welcome)

Explore the treasures along Santa Rosa Creek with Environmental Educator Stephanie Lennox. Fun activities for the kids while following the creek trails through downtown Santa Rosa.

30th Annual Sonoma County Coast and Creek Clean Up (ages 5 & up)

Keep the beaches clean! Join the 30th Annual Sonoma County Creek and Coast Clean Up. Santa Rosa’s 100 miles of creeks �ow to the Russian River and then out to the Paci�c Ocean. Up to 80 % of ocean debris originates from land-based sources. Gloves, tools, and snacks provided.

Date: Saturday, September 20 Time: 9:00 PM – 12:00 noonLocation: Doyle Park at the Doyle Park Drive entrance, south of Sonoma Ave. (For beach clean ups contact Coastwalk at 829-6689)

Flat Rock Park Volunteer Day (ages 8 and up)Help take care of the Brush Creek Restoration Area and Flat Rock Park. Learn about native California riparian plants and how they provide food and shelter for �sh and wildlife. Heavy rain cancels, in light rain the work continues. Date: Saturday, November 8 AND Saturday, December 13Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 noonLocation: Flat Rock footbridge – 4227 Flat Rock Circle (east on Hwy 12 past Brush Creek Road, right on Streamside Drive, right on Wayvern Drive.)

7th Annual MLK National Day of Service on Piner Creek (all ages)Bring out your community spirit to help clean up Piner Creek.

Date: Monday, January 19, 2015Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM creek clean up AND 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM watershed education for kids and snacks for volunteers.Location: Meet at Movement Oasis and walk to Piner Creek. 1808-B Empire Industrial Court (west of Co�ey Lane, one block north of Piner Road). Contact: Michelle Keip, Lead Steward at 544-2673 or [email protected]

Sierra Park Creek Clean Up (ages 6 and up)Continue the care of this little creek with Strawberry School, scouts, and neighbors on Bennett Valley Clean Up Day. Call Bennett Valley Vision for info on other neighborhood projects 545-2224.

Date: Saturday, September 27Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMLocation: Strawberry Elementary School, 2311 Horseshoe Drive.

Creek Stewardship Activities :

For up-to-date creek events, maps, and more information on creeks visit:

Sign up for creek email updates srcity.org/pages/govdeliveryemailalerts. Follow Creek Stewardship on Facebook and stay updated with events, creek news and photos.

Creek clean ups are a greatcommunity service project for students.

Date: September 20 through 28Events: Visit the Creek Week website at www.srcity.org/creekweek for events, times and locations.

5th Annual Creek Week CelebrationA week-long celebration of our local creeks with educational and adventurous activities for everyone. All of our creeks are part of a rich and diverse system that provides water supply, wildllife habitat, �ood protection, recreation and open space.

Over 70 artists selling hand-crafted goods

Live entertainment, prizes & food for purchase

Ride “Rosie the Trolley” for FREE to the Luther Burbank

Home & Garden Open House

Admission: $2 for adults; kids 12 and under FREE! www.src i ty .org/craf t s fa i rFor accessible information, call (707) 543-3292

TDD (707) 543-3289 (M - F, 8am - 5pm)

DICKENS Holiday Crafts Fair

The 40th annual

December 6, 9am - 5pm December 7, 10am - 4pm

Finley Community Center2060 West College Ave.

jewelry glass art ceramics wreaths fine art wood work and much more

I N D E X


AARP Driver Safety Program 59Active Adults 50+ 52-60 Actor’s Theater for Children 9Aerobic Classes 40-41Aikido (Samurai Sprouts) 19Aquatics 61-68Art Exhibits 6-8Arts District 8Arts & Crafts (Adults) 28-29Babysitting (Teen) 13Balloon Art 28Basketball (Youth) 25Baton Twirling 18Bike Riding 45Birthday Parties 71Boating & Sailing Classes 26-27Bocce 50Bridge 50Burbank Home & Gardens 5Business 30-31Camps 24Cards (Drop-in) 55Card Making 29Cemetery Tours 3Computers (Adult) 30, 31Computers (Seniors) 55, 57Cooking (Adults & Teens) 32-33CPR & First Aid 47Creek Activities 71Dive Team ?DAA Activities 69Dodge ball Parties 71Dance Classes: Ballet/Tap (Youth) 10-12 Belly dance 34-35 Father & Daughter Ball 14 Flamenco 34 Tap 58 Line Dance 54, 58 Hula Dance (Youth & Adult) 12, 35Dances, Social 35

Differently Able Program 69Dog Training 48Drama (Youth) 9Events, Community 3-4Facilities Information 2, 71-72Feldenkrais 36Feng Shui 48Finance 30Fishing 2Fitness, Adult 36-43 Fitness, Youth 16-21Fitness, Seniors 54-59, 57Floating Pumpkin Patch 4 Friends Program (Donations) 71Gang Prevention 3Gardening/Yard Conservation 48Golf 3, 50Gourd Craft 28Guitar & Ukulele 46Gymnastics (Youth) 18, 24Halloween at Howarth 4Harmonica 46Hiking 44-45Holiday Crafts Fair 4Horsemanship 24Horseshoes 50 Howarth Park 2Hula Hoop Fitness 43iPhone & iPad 31Jewelery Making 14Karate, Youth 19Kickboxing (Cardio) 40-41Kinder Gym 17 Baby & Family Gym 16 Family Gym 16Mosaics 29Movie in the Park 3Neighborhood Services 25Outdoor Activities 44-45Park Locations & Features 70Photography (Adult) 49

Picnic Permit Information 73Pickleball 50 Pilates 39Qigong, (Chi Gong) 37Rec Dept. info in Spanish 72Registration 74-75Rentals, Park & Facility 2, 70-71Rock Climbing 24Running (marathon) 42SR Children’s Theater 9Scholarship Donations 71Scholarship Program 71Senior Center Activities 52-60Soccer, Youth 21, 25Softball, Adult 50Sports 50-51Survival Skills 47Swim 62-68Table Tennis (Ping Pong) 43Taiko Drums 46Tai Chi 37Tai Chi for 50+ 59 Teeny Tiny Tots 23Tennis: Adults 51 Youth 20 Test Taking Secrets 13Treasure Hunting 14Tiny Tots 22Water Fitness 63Waterpolo 67Weight Room 60Wine Education 32Winter Camp 24Writing 59Yoga (Adult) 38Yoga (Youth) 21You’re On the Air (voice-overs) 49Zumba 40-41

Fall 2014 Training Groups

5K-10K-13.1-Trail

Upcoming Training Groups:

• No Boundaries 5K • Women’s No

Boundaries 5K • 10K Training • Healdsburg Half

Marathon • Nike Women’s Half

Marathon • Kaiser Half Marathon • Rodeo Beach Trail 20K

& 30K To find out more info or register for a group, visit fleetfeetsantarosa.com or follow us on FB or Twitter.

Dear Future Runner, There’s a phrase we use here at Fleet Feet Sports called “be the movement.” It’s a phrase meant to encourage and inspire, a phrase used to call out the gold in people. Being the movement starts with you. It starts with you lacing up your shoes, sipping down your cup of coffee and stepping out the door to take the first step. It starts with you looking in the mirror and refusing to think negative thoughts like “I need to lose 10 lbs to be beautiful” or “I can’t run a 5K.” It starts with you turning the tide against inactivity and realizing “healthy” is a state of mind. And this? This being the movement thing? We’re all in. We’re with you. Trampling down walls and tearing down excuses, The Fleet Feet Santa Rosa Staff

415 Steele LaneSanta Rosa, CA 95403

Registration for Fall/Winter 2014 classes begins August 4, 2014– Look for our Spring/Summer 2015 Guide in the mail February 2015 –

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