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RECREATION &
PARKS ActivityGuide Spring/Summer 2020
Registration begins Jan 30! Visit SantaRosaRec.com
Kick It! Get out in the Camp Options!
Have a ball with Community! Keep the kids busy
youth sports. Family events with plenty of camp
pg. 15-16 every month. offerings.
pg. 2-3 pg. 16, 19-31
Use our handy index guide to find exactly what you’re looking for! pg. 56
Informacion en Español, vea pagina 53
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our award-winning Howarth Pa
delight your birthday girl
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swim PArties
Guaranteed admission to the Ridgway or Finley
pools and a reserved area for refreshments and gifts.
PArties in the hub:
bAsketbAll, soccer, dodgebAll
Coach-led activities, drills, games and a separate
party room at Steele Lane Community Center.
howArth PArk PArties
Train, carousel, animal barn, pony rides,
jump house, reserved picnic area and souvenirs.
book your PArty todAy!
SRCity.org/birthday-party
See party details and instructions for booking
R & P S P OT L I G H T TABLE OF CON TEN TS
Art Exhibits 4-5
Boating & Sailing 27, 32
Barnyard Stories - Page 18 Community Events 2-3
Let’s learn about nature
Contact Information 55
and cuddle some critters at
Howarth Park! Facility Rentals 54
Picnic Reservations 55
Special Destinations 6-7
Summer Work Experience for Teens 10-11
Volunteer 9
Active Adults (50+) Programs 39-43
Classes & Events 42-43
Drop-In Programs 39-41
Summer Camps - Page 21
Senior Center Information 39
50 years of tradition –
canoeing, archery,
swimming, games and more! Adult (18+) Programs 33-38
Dance 33
Health & Fitness 34-35
Special Interest 36-37
Sports 38
Learn to Swim - Page 46 Aquatics 44-52
Don’t worry we got this! Facility Information 44
Each year, we teach 4,000 Swim Hours 44
kids and adults to swim.
Fitness & Sports 45
Swim Lessons 46-51
Safety Training 52
Youth Programs 12-31
Dance 13
Drama 14
Adult Softball - Page 38
Fitness & Sports 15-16
Join the largest league
Horsemanship 18, 27
in northern California,
for all levels. Special Interest 17-18
Tot Classes & Camps 12
Spring Camps 19-20
On the Cover Summer Camps 21-31
Benjamin, Dempsey, Rachel and Ezra play
for City Booters at Rincon Valley Community Park. This instructional Registration Information 55
league is about skill building, teamwork and fun! See page 16. Index 56
Stay Connected!
“Like” us on Facebook and follow us on Instragram! ‘Oh No! You Canceled It!’
Subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter at SantaRosaRec.com. Sometimes, if participants wait too long to
register, we may have to cancel the course.
Please register early.
Spring/Summer 2020 1
CO M M U N I T Y E V E N T S
February/March April
February 29 April 4
FairyTale Ball 2020 Senior Expo
5-7pm, Ages 4-12 & 9am to 12pm, FREE
Chaperones • Finley Person Senior Wing of Finley Community Center
Community Center Come discover Santa Rosa businesses, organizations and activities that
$35 per Adult/Child Couple make our community a great place to live.
A Disney “Frozen” inspired
evening for you and your April 11
special prince or princess. History Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery
Dancing, activities, light 10-11am; Tours leave every 20 minutes from Franklin Gate
refreshments and a visit FREE! Donations appreciated.
from the Snow Queen! Pre- Learn the history of Santa Rosa while strolling through the grave sites
registration required, use code of early residents. Note: uneven surfaces and slopes.
19582 at SantaRosaRec.com
February 28 - March 8
A Theater for Children
A Participation Play for Children
Steele Lane Community Center
Visit ATheaterForChildren.com for
information and tickets.
Show times:
Friday 2/28, 7pm Friday 3/6, 7pm
Saturday2/29, 1 & 3:30pm Saturday 3/7, 1 & 3:30pm
Sunday 3/1, 3pm Sunday 3/8, 3pm
March 13
April 18
Darkside Tours at the Rural Cemetery
Santa Rosa History Tour on Rosie the Trolley
For ages 12+
10am-12pm; Departs from Howarth Park
Take a Friday the 13th walk on the dark side with graveside
$20; Pre-registration required at SantaRosaRec.com, use code 24211
reenactments bringing you bone-chilling stories from Santa Rosa
Half of proceeds go to Rec & Parks Scholarship Fund. Tour Theme:
history. Bring your flashlights and sturdy shoes to enjoy these
Santa Rosa History
true and tragic stories. Tours will depart from Franklin Gate. Pre-
registration required, $35.
#22078 7:30pm #22086 8:50pm
#22082 7:50pm #22087 9:10pm
#22083 8:10pm #22088 9:30pm
#22085 8:30pm
March 14
Arbor Day Tree Planting Party
9am-12pm
Join us at Rincon Valley Community Park
or Finley Community Park. See page 9
for details.
March 15
St. Patrick’s Day 5K
Presented by Fleet Feet Sports
Benefitting Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks April 25
11am • Courthouse Square Earth Day OnStage
Join us for this popular family event and fundraiser for the Rec & Parks 12-4pm • Courthouse Square FREE
Scholarship Fund! Visit FleetFeetSantaRosa.com to register. Join us for Santa Rosa’s 11th Annual Earth Day OnStage Festival!
Food, live performances, local and earth-friendly products, and eco-
friendly crafts and activities for kids. Visit srcity.org/2139 for schedule.
2 Spring/Summer 2020 Register at santarosarec.com
CO M M U N I T Y E V E N T S
May June
May 4 June 13
Santa Rosa History Tour on Rosie the Trolley Stones and Images Tour at the Rural Cemetery
10am-12pm; Departs from Howarth Park 10-11am; Tours every 20 minutes from Franklin Gate
$20; Pre-registration required at SantaRosaRec.com, use code 24213 FREE! Donations appreciated.
Half of proceeds go to Rec & Parks Scholarship Fund Learn the history and meaning of symbols and forms of grave makers
Tour Theme: Santa Rosa Rails & Rocks from the early days of Santa Rosa. Note: uneven surfaces and slopes.
May 9
McDonald Avenue Tour at the Rural Cemetery July
10-11am; Tours every 20 minutes from Franklin Gate
FREE! Donations appreciated.
Visit the graves of the McDonald’s, then proceed down McDonald
Avenue to view and discuss the historic homes and their early
residents. Note: uneven surfaces and slopes.
May 10
Mother’s Day Plant Sale and Chosen Spot Expo
Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
Visit lutherburbank.org for details.
May 16
Kids to Parks Day
12-3pm, Howarth Park - FREE
Celebrate this nationwide day of outdoor exploration and play with a
scavenger hunt, activities and treats! Designed for children ages 6-12,
all ages welcome. Live at Juilliard Concerts
Sundays July 5, 12, 19, 26; August 2 & 9
May 16
Juilliard Park, FREE!
Kids Fishing in the City
Join us for music, food and fun! Music line-up and more info at:
9-11am • Lake Ralphine,
srcity.org/liveatjuilliard.
Howarth Park
FREE! July 11
Enjoy family fishing! History Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery
Children at least five years 10-11am; Tours every 20 minutes from Franklin Gate
and with adults. Fishing FREE! Donations appreciated.
license required for age Learn the history of Santa Rosa while strolling through the grave sites
16+. Sponsored in part of early residents. Note: uneven surfaces and slopes.
by Ca. Dept. of Fish and
Wildlife and SR Firefighters
Association.
August
May 17 August 8
Kids Fishing Derby Women’s History Tour at the Rural Cemetery
7:30-10:30am • Lake 10-11am; Tours every 20 minutes from McDonald Gate
Ralphine, Howarth Park FREE! Donations appreciated.
Sign up at the boathouse, $3 per participant Honor the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th
For ages 15 and younger; children must be with an adult. Bring your Amendment to the US Constitution by learning about the lives
own equipment. Sponsored in part by SR Firefighters Association. of Santa Rosa’s early pioneer women. Note: uneven surfaces
and slopes.
May 25
Memorial Day at the Rural Cemetery
12pm, Franklin Gate Coming Soon: Lamplight Tours
FREE! Donations appreciated. Sign up now for popular tours in September.
Honor the day with special guests, refreshments and tours of See page 7.
Veterans’ graves. Note: uneven surfaces and slopes.
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ART EXHIBITS
The City of Santa Rosa hosts rotating art exhibits at City Hall and its three community centers. If you are interested in
applying to exhibit, or if you would like to learn more about Santa Rosa’s Arts Program, visit SRCity.org/arts.
Steele Lane Community Center Finley Community Center
415 Steele Lane 2060 W. College Avenue
Viewing Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm Viewing Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm
NATIONAL ARTS PROGRAM:
17TH ANNUAL EXHIBITION
AND COMPETITION
A PLETHORA OF PATTERN; Feb 3 - Mar 27, 2020 THE ART OF AGING: 23RD
DIORAMAS & DAYDREAMS NORTH BAY INDUSTRIES
EXPLORES
Awards Reception: ANNUAL SENIOR ART SHOW
Jan 14 - Feb 20, 2020 Sun, Mar 8, 3-5pm May 19 - July 9, 2020
Apr 7 - May 28, 2020
Reception: Wed, Jan 15, 4-6pm Reception: Thu, May 28, 1-4pm
Reception: Mon, May 4, 6-7pm Santa Rosa joins over 90
Visual offerings for community, cities across the country in This popular exhibit is sponsored
camaraderie and day dreaming At NBI, there is always something
showcasing the art of local by the County’s Adult and
by mixed media artist Madeline new on the horizon to discover.
amateur and professional artists Aging Division to enhance the
Behrens-Brigham. “If I were a Join them as they explore and
of all ages. lives of seniors. Beginning to
color, I’d be plaid.” Dioramas, exhibit their artwork, inspired
professional local artists (over
Bricolage and Paintings. by our local community and the
60) may apply online at: https://
natural world.
apps.schsd.org/SAS/.
ART MADE OF PARTS, PAINT
AND PAPER
THE LANGUAGE OF COLOR, July 14 - Aug 27, 2020
WILDFIRE: AN ASSAULT
ART TRIBE & ART HEAVEN Reception: Thu, July 16, 5-7pm
ON HUMANITY, HITTING
HOME PAINTERS MENTORED BY This Group Exhibition will feature
ARTURO CUEVAS: ART IS CAROLE WATANABE
Feb 25 - Apr 2, 2020 a collective of artists who work
THERAPY
Reception: Wed, Feb 26, 4-6pm Mar 31 - May 14, 2020 in a variety of mediums, and will
June 2 - July 16, 2020 include assemblagists, painters
Reception: Thu, Apr 2, 5-7pm
Sonoma County artist, Peter Reception: Wed, June 3, 4-6pm and collageists.
Alan lost his Glen Ellen home Immerse yourself in the healing
Whether it’s an abstract piece power of color as you view
and painting studio in the from his imagination or from
2017 Nuns Wildfire. Since then and contemplate more than
a photograph, Cuevas paints 100 acrylic and mixed media
he has produced over 25 fire to communicate and connect
art mixed media artworks on works of art. This show includes
through his art. He paints the highly inspired and dynamically
panels and paper that reflect people dear to his heart, the
his processes over the past presented works in all colors of
places vital for his wellbeing, and the rainbow.
three years. Most of the pieces memories that have impacted
will be on display as a collective him the most. Sharing his art is a
series in this exhibit. truly unforgettable experience.
4 Spring/Summer 2020 Register at santarosarec.com
ART EXHIBITS
City Hall Council Chambers Simons Gallery at the
100 Santa Rosa Avenue Person Senior Wing
Call 543-3010 for viewing information; Enter at Suite 10 2060 W. College Avenue
Viewing Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
SANTA ROSA ART GUILD:
NICOLE IRENE ANDERSON: SCENES, VISIONS &
BACK TO THE DRAWING THE ART OF STEVEN WILLS IMAGINATIONS
BOARD Jan 28 – Mar 19, 2020 May 12 - June 25, 2020
Jan 23 - Mar 12, 2020 Reception: Thu, Jan 30, 5-7pm Reception: Thu, May 14, 5-7pm
Reception: Fri, Jan 24, 5-7pm LORNA HO: A SPIRITUAL This exhibit features enhanced Artistic visions of various styles:
This show will feature a selection JOURNEY THROUGH ART and altered photographs by creative, realist, imaginative,
of paintings completed between May 5 - June 18, 2020 photographer Steven Wills who landscape, florals, etc., done in a
2016-2018. The subject matter Reception: Friday, May 8, 5-7pm uses various apps and photo variety of techniques. Artwork of
of these works revolves around editors to manipulate digital several artists of the Santa Rosa
Lorna Ho’s work is a combination images. Art Guild will be featured.
melancholic, dynamically-
of mind, body and spirit. She
composed landscapes and
works in several mediums
enigmatic figurative imagery.
including, watercolor, acrylics,
and mixed media in an eclectic
style, often combining Chinese
brush painting, realism and
abstract design.
NELL HERGENRATHER:
DEPTH PERCEPTION
Mar 24 - May 7, 2020
JUDY LEDDY: THE BEAUTY SUSAN BERCU: ART AS
Reception: Thu, Mar 26, 5-7pm
OF EARTH CREATES HOPE STORY
Mar 17 - Apr 30, 2020 Nell Hergenrather has been
June 30 - Aug 20, 2020
Reception: Fri, Mar 20, 5-7pm making and showing her art
Reception: Thu, July 2, 5-7pm
in Sonoma County for over
The beauty of earth has always 25 years. Her work is always The need to tell stories
lifted me up from the despair a study in texture and color through visual means is the
created by humans. Ask yourself while pushing the boundaries driving force for Susan Bercu’s
“What will make you happy art. Whether it be her Lincoln
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF of formal painting with her
today?” Ask yourself when you museum constructed with
SONOMA-MARIN FINE ARTS sculptural pieces. In this solo
wake in the morning, what cardboard and illustrated
SHOW exhibit you will see some of
will make you happy. And look her rarely shown paintings and with paintings and drawings,
outside.
June 23 - Aug 6, 2020
Reception: Fri, June 26, 5-7pm new work. assemblage masks, paintings,
or site-specific ephemeral work
This exhibit showcases art documented in photographs,
created by youth ages 4-24 from Bercu’s over-arching concern is
the fine arts programs of the sharing our country’s bizarre,
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma- little known histories and
Marin. Through these programs, shattering current events.
which include watercolor, mixed
media, printmaking, and more,
youth increase their confidence
in self-expression and learn to Take the City ArtWalk!
constructively communicate Visit srcity.org/artwalk
their feelings and world views.
Recreation information 543-3737 Spring/Summer 2020 5
S P E C I A L D E S T I N AT I O N S
Howarth Community Park
HowarthPark.com THINGS TO DO
630 Summerfield Rd • 707-543-3425 • HowarthPark@SRCity.org K-Land Attractions
Visit “The Jewel” of Santa Rosa! This 138-acre community Rides
park provides seemingly endless recreational opportuni- Take a ride on the train or
ties. There’s beautiful Lake Ralphine for fishing and boating, carousel or bounce in the
a softball field, tennis courts, picnic areas, unique play- jump house!
$2 Each • 25 Tickets $40
ground structures, miles of hiking and jogging trails, and
the K-Land amusement area featuring a train ride, carousel, Ponies
animal barn and pony rides. Ride around the corral in an
outdoor setting. Maximum
SPRING/SUMMER HOURS weight limit of 90 pounds
per rider.
Trails, Playgrounds, Fishing $5/1 lap
Open 7 days a week $8/2 laps
Sunrise - Sunset $45/10 ticket pony pass
Boathouse and K-Land Rides Horsemanship classes offered
Spring Hours: Sat/Sun, 11am-5pm on page 18.
March 7 - June 7 *Prices subject to change
Snack Bar Land of Imagination
Sat/Sun, 12-5pm This unique playground offers a children’s “A Walk Through Time”
where you can dig for dinosaur bones, watch a volcano erupt, stroll
Summer Hours:
the streets of Old West Town, or conquer the giant net climber.
Mon-Thu, 11am-4:30pm (closed Fridays)
Sat/Sun, 11am-5pm Animal Barn
K-Land & Boathouse: June 8 - Aug 6 During our summer season stop by the Animal Barn and pet the
animals. Open June 8 - Aug 6.
Snack Bar
Tickets $2 (purchase at train station window)
Mon-Thu, 12-4:30pm (Closed Fridays)
Sat/Sun, 12-5pm
Please Note:
• Open on Spring Break (March 16-20) & Memorial Day (May 25).
• Closed on Easter (April 12).
• Rides close on rainy days, call 707-543-3425 after 9am on the
day of your visit to confirm.
ACTIVITIES IN THE PARK
Boating and Sailing 27,32
Birthday Parties Front inside cover
Summer Camp 27-31
Animal Barn & Pony Classes 18
Summer Work Experience 10-11
Fishing Events 3
Picnic Site Reservations 55
Sponsorship Opportunities: Contact us if you’d like to sponsor one Boating & Fishing on Lake Ralphine
of our popular Howarth Park events, including Movies in the Park: Paddleboats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats and paddle boards are
howarthpark@srcity.org available for rent.
$8 - $12/hour
See page 32 for boating classes and more information.
Lake Ralphine is stocked regularly by California Department Fish and
Wildlife (CDFW) with trout and catfish. All CDFW regulations are in effect
and a fishing license is required.
6 Spring/Summer 2020 Register at santarosarec.com
S P E C I A L D E S T I N AT I O N S
Spray Ground at Prince Gateway Park
171 Santa Rosa Avenue
When the temps heat up, the cool water spraying down feels just right for
kids young and old alike! It’s free to enjoy this beat-the-heat option at Santa
Rosa’s Prince Gateway Park located near downtown.
Schedule (open April-October)
April/May/Sept/Oct
Mon-Fri, 2-6pm
Sat & Sun, 11am-6pm
June/July/Aug
7 days a week, 11am-6pm
Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
Santa Rosa Avenue at Sonoma Avenue
LutherBurbank.org • 707-524-5445
Visit the historic landmark home and gardens of renowned horticulturalist
Luther Burbank who lived in Santa Rosa for 50 years and developed more
than 800 strains and varieties of plants. For operating hours and tour
information, visit LutherBurbank.org or call 707-524-5445.
Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery
1600 Franklin Ave
SRCity.org/ruralcemetery • 707-543-3279
Open Daily, 6am-9pm (PDT) &
6am-6pm (PST)
This 17-acre historic landmark located in the
heart of Santa Rosa was a burial site for early
residents, primarily from the 1850s to 1930s.
Volunteers restored the cemetery from decades
of neglect. Burial plot maps and self-guided tour
brochures are available at the kiosks and online.
LAMPLIGHT TOURS
Fri or Sat • Age 8+
Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery
$40
Walk at night through Santa Rosa’s oldest
cemetery to see and hear all new dramatic
portrayals of some of our town’s early settlers.
Lights, costumes and stage settings create a
magical time as characters from the past depict
a scene from their lives. Tours last approximately
90 minutes and are held rain or shine.
Fri, Sept. 18 Sat, Sept. 19
Session Code Session Code
7:30pm 22108 6:30pm* 22128
7:50pm 22110 7:10pm* 23423 *6:30pm & 7:10 Tours
8:10pm 22111 7:30pm 22118 This tour at dusk provides more light to see
8:30pm 22112 7:50pm 22120 by and a slower pace between vignettes.
8:50pm 22114 8:10pm 22121
9:10pm 22115 8:30pm 22122
9:30pm 22116 8:50pm 22123
9:50pm 22117 9:10pm 22124
9:30pm 22126
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TAKE CARE OF YOUR CREEK
Sonoma Water and the 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
mor e about your local creek and for information on becoming a Creek Steward call 543-3845 or email creeks@srcity.org.
only heavy rain cancels | tools, gloves, supplies, and refreshments provided | all ages welcome
ORGANIZE YOUR OWN CREEK CLEANUP!
For help organizing a creek cleanup with your neighborhood, school, group, or business email creeks@srcity.org.
NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS?
Creek cleanups are great community service projects for students.
FIRST SATURDAY CLEANUP ON PRINCE MEMORIAL GREENWAY
Dates: Feb. 1, March 7, April 4, May 2, June 6, July 4, Aug. 1, Sept. 5
Time: 10:00 – Noon | Location: Olive Park Footbridge (near 5 Hazel Street)
On the first Saturday of every month help take care of Santa Rosa Creek flowing through
the heart of downtown. The Greenway provides a home for river otter, kingfishers, egrets, and
steelhead trout as well as parks, public art, and recreation.
FLAT ROCK PARK VOLUNTEER DAYS
Date: Sat., Feb. 8 & April 11 | Time: 9:30 - 11:30 | Location: Flat Rock Footbridge (near 4227 Flat Rock Circle)
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 fish and wildlife.
COLGAN CREEK VOLUNTEER DAY
Date: Sat., Feb. 29 | Time: 9:30 - noon | Location: Elsie Allen High School
Help the community cleanup and nurture the restored Colgan Creek. Learn about the many native California plants that
grow along creeks and help them establish a foothold in their first years.
LAGUNA STEWARDSHIP DAY FOR FAMILIES
Date: Sat., March 14 | Time: 9:00 - noon | Location: Laguna Treatment Plant (4300 Llano Road)
B r i n g t h e k i d s ! J o i n u s t o p l a n t , w e e d , a n d m u l c h i n a o n e of a k i n d n a t i v e p l a n t g a r d e n a n d w e t l a n d . A n o p t i o n a l t o u r i n
the last hour discusses restoration and the native plants and animals that make our home so special.
SIERRA PARK CREEK CLEANUP
Date: TBD | Time: 9:00 - 11:00 | Location: Strawberry School (2311 Horseshoe Drive)
Continue the care of this little creek with Strawberry School, scouts, and neighbors on Bennett Valley Clean Up Day.
EXPLORE A GREAT BLUE HERON AND EGRET ROOKERY
Dates: Sat., April 18 | Time: 9:30 - 11:00 | Location: Will be provided with registration - srcity.org/creekstewardship
Join a short stroll to view nesting herons, egrets, and their young. Spotting scopes and a few binoculars available, or
bring your own.
EARTH DAY ON THE GREENWAY
Date: Sat., April 25 | Time: 9:30 - 11:30 | Location: Olive Park Footbridge (near 5 Hazel Street)
Celebrate Earth Day’s 50th birthday on the Prince Memorial Greenway. Help with a cleanup of Santa Rosa Creek, native
plant care, and trail maintenance. Afterwards, join the Earth Day OnStage festival at Courthouse Square,
www.srcity.org/earthday
LOVE YOUR MOTHER – AND STEELE CREEK
Date: Sat., May 9 | Time: 9:30 - 11:00 | Location: Next to 1090 Jennings Avenue (east of the railroad tracks)
As a Mothers Day treat, spend a little time caring for Mother Earth. Ride your bicycles to a cleanup of Steele Creek
along the SMART pathway.
WHITEWATER RODEO ON SANTA ROSA CREEK
Date: Sat., June 27 | Time: 10:00 - 11:30 | Location: Pierson Street Bridge (near #5 Pierson St.)
Build a toy boat and race it down the shallow rapids. Laughs and prizes, everyone is a winner! Wear shoes that can get
w e t ( n o s an d a l s ) . D o n ’ t h a v e t i m e t o b u i l d a b o a t ? M a t e r i a l s a n d a s s i s t a n c e w i l l b e a v a i l a b l e t h a t m o r n i n g t o c r a f t y o u r
own vessel.
CONTACT US
www.srcity.org/creekstewardship | creeks@srcity.org | 707-543-3845V O LU N T E E R AC T I V I T I E S
Volunteer with Recreation & Parks Volunteer Event Calendar
There are a variety of ways to get involved in our parks and
programs through volunteering. Below is a partial list of events; for 2020 Park-A-Month
more information on these programs or to view a full list and sign Second Saturday of the month
March-October, 9am-12pm
up for volunteer opportunities please visit
For a full list of volunteer opportunities or to sign up for an
SRCity.org/parksvolunteer
event, please visit SRCity.org/parksvolunteer
We love our volunteers!
March 14
Arbor Day Tree-Planting Party
ORGANIZE A PARK PROJECT OR CLEAN UP!
This year we are hosting two separate tree-planting parties.
If your service club, scout troop, neighborhood, church, school or
Please join us at one of the following locations: Rincon Valley
business wishes to hold a volunteer workday or special project in Community Park, 5108 Badger Road OR Finley Community
one of our parks, contact the volunteer program desk. Park, 2060 West College Avenue.
PARK-A-MONTH VOLUNTEER PROGRAM April 11
Join us on the second Saturday of the month (March-October) for Volunteer Kick-Off Celebration
these monthly, family-friendly workdays that help beautify our Bayer Neighborhood Park - 1550 West Avenue
parks through tasks such as picking up litter, spreading mulch, May 9
cleaning, pruning, removing invasive species, weeding and more. Colgan Creek Park – 2036 Bedford Street
We provide tools and light refreshments. Individuals and service June 13
groups welcome. Eastside Park – 169 Alderbrook Drive
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: JUNIOR GIANTS July 11
Junior Giants is a free, non-competitive and innovative co-ed Northwest Community Park (Dog Park) – 2880 West Steele Lane
baseball program offered in Santa Rosa during the summer. August 8
Volunteer coaches and team parents help make the program Doyle Community Park (Dog Park) – 700 Doyle Park Drive
possible! Join us to make an impact on kids’ lives.
September 12
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: LUTHER BURBANK Southwest Community Park – 1698 Hearn Avenue
HOME & GARDENS October 10
If you love learning about gardens, local history, antiques, nature Franklin Community Park – 2095 Franklin Avenue
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! For more information, visit
lutherburbank.org.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: SANTA ROSA RURAL CEMETERY
The Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery is volunteer-operated and
maintained. If you would like to support this historical gem,
join a volunteer workday on the third Saturday of each month,
maintain a plot through the Adopt-A-Plot program, join the Rose
Brigade or serve on the Preservation Committee. Those are just
some of the ways to volunteer!
Contact Us:
Volunteer Program Desk
(707) 543-3279
volunteer@srcity.org
SRCity.org/parksvolunteer
Recreation information 543-3737 Spring/Summer 2020 9SUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE FOR TEENS
Gain Skills & Have Fun This Summer
$100 Program & Materials Fee* • Ages 13-17
*Includes processing fees, training & materials, work shirt
Teens ages 13-17, here’s your chance to meet new friends,
gain experience for your resume and have fun this summer!
You will work with recreation professionals in our parks and
facilities, on the lake or at our pools. Help care for animals or
teach children to swim! Many work experience volunteers
go on to become members of our staff, and all participants
contribute to the community. Check out the list of positions
to find one that’s right for you.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications and the program brochure with job
descriptions are available beginning March 2 and due by
April 3. Applicants must be at least age 13 years by June 8.
Applications at:
SRCity.org/workexperience
Steele Lane Community Center, 415 Steele Lane
Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave. VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
The following is an overview of non-paid, volunteer work experience
1. Pick up or download an application and brochure to read
positions. Full position descriptions are available at
the job descriptions, hours, and commitments.
SRCity.org/workexperience and on the program flyer.
2. Fill out and return the application with your
non-refundable fee. Animal Barn Aide
3. Set up and participate in your group interview; Howarth Park
instructions will be emailed to you.
4. Attend mandatory Orientation Night on May 6 (no parents Assist with animal and facility care; show and inform the public
please) and all orientation and training June 1 - 5 for your about the animals; provide customer service. Minimum two-week
assigned program. No exceptions. commitment, 9:30am-5:15pm, Saturdays and Sundays mandatory.
IMPORTANT DATES! Amusement Ride Aide
Howarth Park
March 2: Applications & program flyer available
March 26: Information night, 7-8pm (optional) Assist with amusement rides and/or concession stand. Minimum two-
Steele Lane Community Center, 415 Steele Lane week commitment, 10am-5:15pm, Mon/Wed/Sat or Tu/Thu/Sun.
April 3: Application deadline
Boathouse Aide
April 5: 9am-1pm Call for interview time*
Howarth Park
April 6-8: 4-8pm Call for interview time*
April 18, 20, 21, 22: Interview dates (mandatory) Assist with boats and helping customers; watch for problems on the
May 6: Orientation Night, 7:15-8:30pm (mandatory) lake and go boating with campers when needed. Minimum two-week
Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave. commitment, 10am-5:15pm, Mon/Wed/Sat or Tu/Th/Sun.
June 1: Aquatic Training (Finley Aquatic Center) 1-2pm
June 1-5: Training (mandatory) Counselor -in –Training
June 8: Participants must be 13 years old by this date (no Camp Wa-Tam, Doyle Camp, Camp Yu-Chi or Recreation Sensation
exceptions) Assist with camp activities, including song leading, skits, boating,
*After you submit your application, you will receive an email with archery, field trips, swimming, crafts, and nature projects. Minimum
instructions on your next steps, including the phone number to commitment of two 40-hour weeks and 30-hour mandatory training
call to set up your interview. June 1-5.
10 Spring/Summer 2020 Register at santarosarec.comSUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE FOR TEENS
Swim Lesson Aides Recreation Sensation Leader-In-Training
Ridgway or Finley Swim Center Four School Locations (TBD)
Assist with swim lessons for children, lead aquatic games and basic Set a positive example; help to organize games, arts & crafts,
safety and skills instruction. Minimum commitment of one session academic activities, field trips and events. June 8 - July 23*, Mon-
(two consecutive weeks). Morning and/or evening shifts, Mon - Thu. Fri 8:15am-3:45pm, four Santa Rosa school locations. *No camp
July 2 and 3.
Concession Aides
Ridgway or Finley Swim Center *Financial assistance is available for this program thanks to
Measure O funding. Proof of eligibility is required at time of
Assist with food and beverage service, general clean-up, and other
registration. Call Finley Community Center at (707) 543-3737 for
customer service duties. Minimum two-week commitment, afternoon
more information.
shifts 2-5 days per week.
Sports Coach-In-Training
Junior Lifeguards*
Steele Lane Community Center & Rincon Valley Community
Ridgway or Finley Swim Center
Park
Assist with recreation swim supervision, enforce rules and provide
Assist with youth summer sports clinics in basketball, soccer, and
light maintenance. Minimum two-week commitment, afternoon shifts
dodgeball. Indoor Clinics at Steele Lane in July, Mon - Thu, 9am-
2-7 days per week.
3pm. Outdoor Soccer Clinics at Rincon Valley in June, Mon - Thu
*PREREQUISITE: Completion of Level 6 Lifeguard Preparedness or the
9am-12pm. Minimum two-week commitment and mandatory
Sonoma County Regional Parks Open Water Junior Lifeguard Camp with
training week of June 1.
certification prior to June 20th is required to participate.
Recreation information 543-3737 Spring/Summer 2020 11YO U T H
Tot Classes
BABY KINDERGYM TEENY TOTS
Tue, Wed OR Thu • Ages 8mo - 1½ years Tue/Thu, 9-10am • Ages 2-3
Finley/Valley Oak Rm Finley/Madrone Rm
$26-$42 (4-5 classes) $70-$98 (8-10 classes)
Play, socialize, and build strong bodies and fun memories! This class for crawlers and You and your 2 and 3-year-old are invited
beginning walkers offers a stimulating and safe environment where child and parent to join other children in a safe, stimulating
explore and grow together. Equipment is age appropriate and there is time for open play, and creative environment. Share in their joy
songs and games. Adult/child ratio is 1 to 1. Instructor: Kindergym Staff and accomplishments as they explore arts &
craft projects. Story-time, singing, games and
Tue, 9:15-10:15am Wed, 9:15-10am Thu, 10:45-11:30am
socialization help them prepare for the step up to
Session Code Session Code Session Code
Tiny Tots! One parent/adult must accompany each
2/18-3/10 22314 2/19-3/11 22319 2/20-3/12 22323
child. Instructor: Tiny Tots Staff
3/24-4/14 22315 3/25-4/15 22320 3/26-4/16 22324
4/28-5/26 22317 4/29-5/27 22321 4/30-5/28 22325 Session Code
6/9-6/30 22318 6/10-7/1 22322 6/11-7/2 22326 2/18-3/12 22472
3/24-4/16 22473
KINDERGYM 4/28-5/28 22474
Tue, Wed OR Thu • Ages 1- 3½ years GROWING TOTS
Finley/Valley Oak Rm
$31-$49 (4-5 classes) Tue/Thu, 10:30am-12:30pm • Ages 3-4
Finley/Madrone Rm
Help your child thrive as they crawl, run, jump and play with their peers! Children increase $125-$166 (8-10 classes)
body and social awareness and learn to participate in group activities with the help of a
parent or adult care giver. The environment is scaled to children’s needs, enticing them to Growing Tots will keep your 3-4-year-old engaged
explore their surroundings and abilities. Class format is open play, with special parachute and growing in confidence and ability! This
and song time. Adult/child ratio is 1 to 1. Instructor: Kindergym Staff. transitional class is for those not quite ready for
Tiny Tots and includes art, songs, music, games,
NOTE: To keep this time safe and special for you and your child, please do not bring older stories and socialization, as well as offering physical
sibling or unregistered friends to class. fun in our outdoor play area! Children must be
Tue, 10:30-11:30am Wed, 10:30-11:30am Thu, 9:15-10:15am toilet-trained (no Pull-ups). Proof of age may be
Ages 1½ - 3½ Ages 1 - 2½ Ages 1 - 2½ requested. Instructor: Tiny Tots Staff
Session Code Session Code Session Code Session Code
2/18-3/10 22329 2/19-3/11 22334 2/20-3/12 22338 2/18-3/12 22475
3/24-4/14 22330 3/25-4/15 22335 3/26-4/16 22339 3/24-4/16 22477
4/28-5/26 22331 4/29-5/27 22336 4/30-5/28 22340 4/28-5/28 22479
6/9-6/30 22332 6/10-7/1 22337 6/11-7/2 22341
TINY TOTS
NEED A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE? Mon/Wed/Fri, 9-11:30am • Ages 3 ½-5
Drop in for the day! Please call ahead to confirm space is available and Finley/Madrone Rm
register at the front desk. 707-543-3737, $8 Baby Gym, $10 Kindergym. $200-$246 (11-13 classes)
Oodles of fun activities to keep your 3-5-year-old
SUMMER TINY TOTS CAMP! engaged and growing in confidence and ability!
Mon-Thu, 9-11:30am • Ages 3 ½-5 Tiny Tots helps strengthen Kindergarten readiness
Finley/Madrone Rm through art, songs, music, games, stories and
$79-$89 (4 classes) socialization, as well as offering physical fun in our
outdoor play area. Children must be toilet-trained
This summer program keeps youngsters engaged with lots of fun crafts, outdoor games (no Pull-ups). Proof of age may be requested.
and water play time. Emphasis is on socialization and fun. Snack is included. Children Instructor: Tiny Tots Staff
must be toilet-trained. Instructors: Tiny Tots Staff
Session Code
Session Theme Code
2/19-3/13 22480
6/8-6/11 Jungle Safari 22483
3/23-4/17 22481
6/15-6/18 Camp Out 22484
4/27-5/27* 22482
6/22-6/25 Mad Hatter Tea Party 22485
*No class 5/25
7/6-7/9 Dive Into the Ocean 22486
See page 15 for Toddler Gymnastics!
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Dance
TUTUS FOR TWOS BALLET
Tue OR Fri, 9:30-10:30am • Age 2
Finley/Live Oak Rm
$31-$52 (3-4 classes)
Our youngest dancers pair up with their loving adult (parent, grandparent, aunt/
uncle, nanny, etc.) for a wonderful world of imagination and ballet! Join Miss
Jeran in a playful, stress-free atmosphere where young children are supported
to develop awareness of their bodies, physical skills and creativity. Instructor:
Jeran Urrutia has over 25 years of dance and teaching experience.
Tue, 9:30-10:30am Fri, 9:30-10:30am
Session Code Session Code
2/18-3/10 21577 2/21-3/13 21583
3/24 -4/21* 21579 4/3-4/24 21584
4/28-5/12 21580 5/8-5/29 21585
6/9-6/30 21582 6/5-6/26 21586
*No class 4/7
BALLET FOR THREES!
Wed OR Fri • Age 3
Finley/Live Oak Rm
$43-$53 (4 classes)
Ballet tondues and twirls delight young dancers as they discover music
and movement. This simple class introduces curios toddlers to basic ballet
routines and exercises, along with plenty of playful creativity. Ballet style
attire is suggested. Family and friends may visit the last class of the session.
Instructor: Jeran Urrutia (see Tutus for Twos bio).
Wed, 9:30-10:30am Fri, 10:30-11:30am
Session Code Session Code
2/19-3/11 21645 2/21-3/13 21684
3/25-4/22* 21646 4/3-4/24 21685
4/29-5/20 21647 5/8-5/29 21686
6/10-7/1 21648 6/5-6/26 21687
*No class 4/8
BALLET & TAP
Mon OR Wed • Ages 4-6
Finley/Live Oak Rm
$32-$53 (3-4 classes)
This combo class gives young dancers experience in two dance
styles! Beginning ballet movement and positions are taught, and simple
props help to enhance creativity. Plus, tap technique in tap shoes helps
develop counting, rhythm and remembering skills. Upbeat, playful music is
used throughout. Ballet-style attire suggested and bring tap shoes to each
class. Friends and family are invited to watch the last class. Instructor: Jeran
Urrutia (see Tutus for Twos bio)
Mon, 3:30-4:30pm, Age 4 Mon, 4:30-5:30pm, Ages 5-6 Wed, 10:30-11:30am, Ages 4-5
Session Code Session Code Session Code
2/24-3/9 21690 2/24-3/9 21695 2/19-3/11 21699
3/23-4/20* 21692 3/23-4/20* 21696 3/25-4/22* 21700 Save $10 per session!
4/27-5/18 21693 4/27-5/18 21697 4/29-5/20 21701 Discount for Santa Rosa residents
6/8-6/29 21694 6/8-6/29 21698 6/10-7/1 21702
*No class 4/13 *No class 4/13 *No class 4/8
Recreation information 543-3737 Spring/Summer 2020 13YO U T H
Drama
ENSEMBLE THEATER PRESENTS THE TINY TOTS: THE WIZARD OF OZ
ADVENTURES OF HARRY POTTER Sat, 9:30-10:30am • Ages 4-6
Wed OR Sat • Ages 7-13 $128-$138 (8 classes)
$180-$190 (8 classes) Young children love make-believe, magic
Learning to act is an awesome way to help and play! Use of characters and events from
your child gain skills in listening, self- the Wizard of Oz create an opportunity
expression, cooperation, self-confidence, and for participants to dress up and use their
imagination! This class will include theater imaginations. In the Land of Oz almost
games and the basics of acting using ideas anything is possible! When Dorothy sets
from The Sorcerer’s Stone book to create out to retrieve the Wicked Witch’s broom,
your own version of the Harry Potter story. she and the Scarecrow discoveer inner
Costumes and sets will be provided. The class strengths they never knew they had.
will culminate in a free performance for family Costumes provided. Class culminates with
and friends on the last day at 7pm. Instructor: a memorable last day for family and friends.
Bridget Palmer, Director of Santa Rosa Children’s Instructor: Bridget Palmer, Director of Santa
Theater or SRCT staff. Rosa Children’s Theater.
Wed, 2/26-4/22* - 3:30-5pm Sat, 2/15-4/18*- 9:30-10:30am
Code: 22796 Code: 21533
Location: Proctor Terrace Elementary School Location: Person Sr. Wing/Rm 5
1711 Bryden Lane, Santa Rosa 2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa
*No class 3/18 *No class 3/21 & 4/4
Sat, 2/15-4/18* - 10:45am-12:15pm
Code: 21534
Location: Person Sr. Wing/Rm 5
2060 W College Ave, Santa Rosa
*No class 3/21 & 4/4
Affordable Family Fun!
Peter and Beethoven
the Wolf Lives Upstairs
Weill Hall, Green Music Center Sunday, January 26 - 3pm Sunday, April 19 - 3pm
$20 / adult, $10 / child (12 and under)
Reserved Seating. All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Bobby Rogers, conductor Bobby Rogers, conductor
Roustabout Theater Classical Kids Live!
srsymphony.org Peter! Watch out for the wolf!
Children enjoy the captivating
Celebrate Beethoven’s
250th birthday!
music and learn about the A young boy discovers
54-MUSIC (707) 546-8742 instruments in Prokofiev’s the genius of Beethoven,
delightful Peter and the Wolf. the torment of his deafness
And Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the and the beauty
Family Concert Series sponsored by
The Alan and Susan Seidenfeld Charitable Trust,
Animals is the perfect complement! of his music.
and Victor and Karen Trione
Come at 2 pm for the FREE Instrument Petting Zoo.
14 Spring/Summer 2020 Register at santarosarec.comYO U T H
Fitness and Sports
TODDLER AND BASIC GYMNASTICS EMPOWER ACADEMY MARTIAL ARTS & SELF DEFENSE
Age: 3-10 Thu, 5:30p-6pm • Ages 4-10
Have a blast learning basic gymnastic skills on all the Olympic Empower Academy Martial Arts Studio
apparatus and three different-types of trampolines! Specially 938 W College Ave, Santa Rosa
designed and scaled equipment helps students gain important $20-$35 (4-5 classes)
motor skills, increase body awareness, strength, coordination and The first step to defending yourself is to empower yourself! This
confidence. No experience necessary. Viewing area for family and class presents age appropriate self-defense, bully defense and
friends. Wear moveable clothing (no zippers, buttons or snaps), all fitness while developing everyday life skills like focus and respect.
hair tied back, no jewelry, bare feet only. Instructors: Experienced Hand and foot protective safety gear is required, details given
and certified Santa Rosa Gymnastic Center staff. Student/teacher in class. No uniform needed. Instructor: Orlando Banuelos is a 3rd
ratio of 10:1. degree Black Belt and certified instructor with over 15 years martial
Toddler Gymnastics: Ages 3-5 Basic Gymnastics: Ages 5-10 arts training, competitive wrestling, Taekwondo and BJJ.
Tue-Fri: 11-11:45am Tue: 3:30-4:30pm Session Code
Sat: 9-9:45am Thu: 4:30-5:30pm 2/11-3/10 22350
$65-$75 (4 classes) $75-$85 (4 classes) 3/24-4/21 22352
Session Day Code Session Day Code 4/28-5/26 22354
2/11-3/3 Tue 22422 2/11-3/3 Tue 22458 6/9-6/30 22356
2/12-3/4 Wed 22423 2/13-3/5 Thu 22459 7/14-8/4 22359
2/13-3/5 Thu 22424 3/17-4/7 Tue 22460
2/14-3/6 Fri 22426 3/19-4/9 Thu 22461
2/15-3/7 Sat 22427 4/21-5/12 Tue 22462
3/17-4/7 Tue 22428 4/23-5/14 Thu 22463
3/18-4/8 Wed 22429 5/26-6/16 Tue 22464
3/19-4/9 Thu 22430 5/28-6/18 Thu 22465
3/20-4/10 Fri 22431 7/7-7/28 Tue 22466
3/21-4/11 Sat 22432 7/9-7/30 Thu 22467
4/21-5/12 Tue 22433
4/22-5/13 Wed 22434 Location:
4/23-5/14 Thu 22435 Santa Rosa Gymnastics Center
4/24-5/15 Fri 22436 2210 Bluebell Dr., Santa Rosa
4/25-5/16 Sat 22437 (707) 525-1720
5/26-6/16 Tue 22438
5/27-6/17 Wed 22439
5/28-6/18 Thu 22440
5/29-6/19 Fri 22441
5/30-6/20 Sat 22442 EMPIRE JUNIOR VOLLEYBALL CLINIC
7/7-7/28 Tue 22443 Fri, 6-7:45pm • Ages 8-13
7/8-7/29 Wed 22444 Santa Rosa Middle School
7/9-7/30 Thu 22445 500 E St, Santa Rosa
7/10-7/31 Fri 22446 $170-$180 (8 classes)
7/11-8/1 Sat 22447
This in-depth introduction to the game of volleyball presents
basic volleyball techniques with fun as the goal! Sessions
maximize the coach-to-player experience and include body
awareness warm-ups, skill building and small group games. Bring
knee pads and wear athletic clothes and shoes. Instructor: Daryl
Kapis has 24 years of coaching experience and is currently assistant
coach at Sonoma State University. Contact Coach Kapis at daryl@
empirevolleyball.com for questions and clinic details.
Session Code
2/21-4/10 22421
Save $10 per session!
Discount for Santa Rosa residents
Recreation information 543-3737 Spring/Summer 2020 15YO U T H
Fitness and Sports
CITY SLUGGERS INDOOR SOCCER CLINIC
T-Ball and Staff Pitch Leagues Mon-Thu, 9-11:30am • Ages 5-8
Saturdays, Time TBA; Coed Ages 5-8 Steele Lane/Hub Rm
Rincon Valley Community Park $70-$80 (4 classes)
$90-$100 (8 classes) Recreation and Parks indoor soccer clinics
City Sluggers is an instructional baseball focus on the fundamentals and mechanics
league for beginners. Ages 5-6 play of indoor soccer for beginning players.
t-ball and ages 6-8 play staff-pitch. Short Using small goals and adaptable drills and
practices and instructional games are games, young players are introduced to
organized and coached by City recreation soccer and learn the fundamentals.
staff on eight Saturdays. To check out Session Code
the league and ask questions before 7/13-7/16 23475
registering, attend a FREE “Field Day” on 7/27-7/30 23476 FULL DAY CLINICS
Saturday, March 14, 9-11am at Rincon
Valley Community Park. Registration ends DODGEBALL CLINICS Mon-Thu, 9am-3pm • Ages 5-8
March 18, pre-season basic skills and Steele Lane/Hub Rm
information clinics are Saturday, March Mon-Thu, 12:30-3pm • Ages 5-8
$150-$160 (4 classes
21, and instructional games begin March Steele Lane/Hub Rm
28. See schedules, team assignments and $70-$80 (4 classes) Recreation and Parks full day clinics feature two
information at srcity.org/sports. sports a day, one in the morning and the other
Using soft touch balls, staff with Play
in the afternoon and with lunch in between
Session Age Code Santa Rosa Sports will lead lessons, drills
(11:30-12:30).
3/21-5/16 (T-ball) 5-6 23490 and games to teach and build upon three
3/21-5/16 (Staff Pitch) 6-8 23491 different games of dodgeball. This is an Session Time Code
adaptive, recreational clinic for beginners 7/6-7/9 Basketball/Dodgeball 23485
and will focus on speed, agility and 7/13-7/16 Indoor Soccer/Basketball 23486
stretching to prevent injury and ensure 7/20-7/23 Basketball/Dodgeball 23487
participant protection. 7/27-7/30 Indoor Soccer/Basketball 23488
Session Code CITY BOOTERS
7/6-7/9 23477
7/20-7/23 23478 Saturdays, Time TBA; Coed Ages 4-7
Rincon Valley Community Park
BASKETBALL CLINICS $90-$100 (8 classes)
Mon-Thu • Ages 5-8 In this recreational league, short practices and
Steele Lane/Hub Rm instructional games are organized and coached
$70-$80 (4 classes) by City recreation staff on eight Saturdays.
To check out the league and ask questions
This clinic introduces basketball to
before registering, attend a FREE “Field Day”
OUTDOOR SOCCER CLINICS younger players by focusing on the
on Saturday, September 12, 9-11am at Rincon
fundamentals and mechanics of the
Mon-Thu, 9am-12pm • Ages 4-8 Valley Community Park. Registration ends
game, and by using lowered hoops and
Rincon Valley Community Park September 16, pre-season basic skills and
adaptable drills and games.
$70-$80 (4 classes) information clinics are Saturday, September
Session Time Code 19, and instructional games begin September
Recreation and Parks outdoor soccer clinics
7/6-7/9 (9-11:30am) 23481 26. See schedules, team assignments and
focus on the fundamentals and mechanics
7/13-7/16 (12:30-3pm) 23482 information at srcity.org/sports.
of soccer for players ages 4-8. Using
7/20-7/23 (9-11:30am) 23483
adaptable drills and games, students will Session Age Code
7/27-7/30 (12:30-3pm) 23484
focus on the fundamentals of soccer in a 9/19-11/14 4-5 23498
maximum group of 25. 9/19-11/14 6-7 23499
Session Code
6/15-6/18 23479
6/22-6/25 23480
Save $10 per session!
Discount for Santa Rosa residents
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Special Interest
DRAWING & PAINTING NEW!
Tue OR Wed, 3:30-5:30pm • Ages 7-12 Art Process With Cheri Ligotti NEW!
Finley/Willow Rm
$92-$102 (4 classes) Join artist and instructor Cheri Ligotti to explore the art-inspiring world around us!
Cheri loves to use natural items found in nature to create art. She has experience in
Experience the joy of a line on a piece of many art forms, has taught art at the Schultz Museum, and has an AA degree in Fine
paper, beginning with drawing and then Arts with study of the art masters. All materials are included.
adding a splash of color with paint! Using
a variety of drawing and painting tools NEST BUILDING - CLAY & FOUND EXPLORING ART MASTERS -
and an assortment of papers, students MATERIALS IN DESIGN AND TECHNIQUE
will learn about perspective, shading,
Sat OR Tue, 9:30-11am • Ages 7-9 Sat OR Thu, 9:30-11am • Ages 10-12
and the modeling effect, as well as color
Finley/Willow Rm Finley/Willow Rm
mixing and application in watercolors and
$49-$59 (2 classes) $49-$59 (2 classes)
acrylics applied to landscapes, still lives
and animals. All art materials are included. A bird is a symbol of home representing Discover techniques of the great
Instructor: Kathryn Henderson has a Fine love, warmth, and safety. By molding masters by analyzing art pieces from
Arts degree and has been teaching youth a nest from clay or weaving it from Van Gogh, Picasso, Monet and Matisse,
since 1993. materials found in nature, children learn then creating your own representation!
the importance of a nest in the natural This allows young artists to express their
Session Code
world. Students will explore multiple unique and individual interpretation
2/11-3/3 22076
mediums and take home a sacred curio as they apply the various techniques
4/29-5/20 22079
to hold treasures. and explore design to create their own
masterpiece. Included is an introduction
Session Day Code
to art history.
3/7 & 3/14 Sat 22374
7/7 & 7/14 Tue 22377 Session Day Code
4/18 & 4/25 Sat 22376
7/9 & 7/16 Thu 22378
Recreation information 543-3737 Spring/Summer 2020 17YO U T H
Special Interest
Horsemanship
INTRODUCTION TO HORSEMANSHIP
Saturday, 10-11am • Ages 3-12
Howarth Park Pony Corral BARNYARD STORIES AT HOWARTH NEW!
$40-$50 (1 class) Howarth Park Animal Barn
Learn to groom and saddle a pony, plus basic riding skills $2 each, purchase tickets at the train station
including balance, walking and trotting. Linda Aldrich Start the day with story time at the barn! You’ll meet experts in each
and The Pony Express offer a wealth of experience and a field, interact with barn animals and enjoy interactive crafts and
passion for horses and ponies. A properly fitted helmet, activities to enhance your understanding. All ages welcome.
closed toed shoes with a heel, and long pants required.
Pollinator Day
Maximum weight of 100lbs.
Sat, 6/20 • 12-3pm
Session Code
3/28 21947 Cow Appreciation Day
4/25 21948 Tue, 7/14 • 11am-3pm
5/23 21949
6/20 21950
7/18 21951
8/15 21952
9/12 21953
10/10 21955
For older animal-loving children,
see Animal Vet Camp (pg 24) &
Animal Barn Camp (pg 27)
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Specialty Day Camps
STEM FUNdamentals with LEGO®
MATERIALS – SPRING BREAK CAMP
Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm • Ages 6-12
Finley/Willow Rm
$169-$179 (5 classes)
Power up your engineering skills with Play-
Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands
of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts
in physics, engineering, and architecture
through engineer-designed projects such
as hot air balloons, space stations, tugboats,
and the Eiffel Tower. Design and build as
never before and explore your craziest
ideas in a supportive environment. No
prerequisites. NOTE: no childcare before or
after camp. Instructors: Play-Well TEKnologies
staff.
Session Code
3/16-3/20 21738
WA-TAM SPRING CAMP 2020
Mon-Fri, 8am-3pm, Ext Hours 3-5:15pm
Ages 6-12 • Howarth Park
$190-$200 (5 classes) Extended hours: $50
Save $10 per session!
Discount for Santa Rosa residents
Come join the Wa-Tam bunch for a spring week of fun in the great outdoors! Enjoy favorite
Wa-Tam traditions like canoeing on Lake Ralphine, archery, crafts, nature projects and
special guests. On Tuesday, we will head over to PUMP IT UP for an afternoon of bouncing
fun. Plus, Ranger Steve from Wildlife Associates brings out his awesome animal show and
campers practice outdoor cooking skills with a barbecue lunch over an open fire. Parents are
encouraged to attend our Friday afternoon presentation complete with songs and skits!
Session Code Extended Hours
3/16-3/20 21835 21836
*All field trips subject to change.
Recreation information 543-3737 Spring/Summer 2020 19YO U T H S P R I N G C A M P S
Specialty Day Camps
KICK IT OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP
Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm • Ages 6-12
West County Kenpo
7231 B Healdsburg Ave, Sebastopol • 707-321-3730
$275-$285 (5 classes)
Stay active indoors and outdoors with fitness, games
to practice self-defense and martial arts, hiking
and social skills building! Each day features hiking
excursions (transportation provided) to local, regional
and Bay Area parks. Kids come home happy, fit and
ready to rest up for the next day! Space is limited so
sign up early. Bring a snack, lunch and drink each
day. Email fitnessdamp4u@yahoo.com for camper
check list. Instructor: Tobin Beach is a school teacher,
martial arts instructor, 5th Degree Black Belt Professor
with 21+ years’ experience and experienced hiking and
mountaineering group leader. He has CPR/defibrillator
certification, ProACT trained and co-owner/operator of
West County Martial Arts & Fitness, Kenpo Karate.
Session Code
3/16-3/20 22228
SPRING BREAK GYMNASTICS CAMP
Mon-Fri, 8:30am-3:30pm • Ages 5-14
Santa Rosa Gymnastics Center SPRING BREAK JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP
2210 Bluebell Drive in Santa Rosa • 707-525-1720
Mon/Wed/Fri, 9-11am • Ages 6-14
$255-$265 (5 classes)
Galvin Community Park Tennis Courts
Filled with lots of gymnastics fun, flipping, jumping, 3330 Yulupa Ave, Santa Rosa
swinging, and climbing. Each afternoon features a 707-291-3751
different activity, including tumbling, fitness, crafts, $90-$100 per session (3 classes)
games and rock climbing. NOTE: Release forms must
All aspects of tennis are covered in these
be filled out prior to start of camp. Bring a lunch and
fun-filled four-day camps! Participants
something to drink. Instructor: SR Gym Center staff, CPR
receive instruction, have practice time
and 1st aid trained.
and game time. All equipment provided.
Session Code Instructor: Under the direction of Stewart
3/16-3/20 22244 Hutton, an 8-year tennis instructor and former
player for SRJC and Sonoma State University.
For questions call 707-291-3751. Camp is
held weather permitting; contact Stewart for
details.
Session Code
3/16, 3/18, 3/20 22218
Save $10 per session!
Discount for Santa Rosa residents
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Specialty Day Camps
MIXED MEDIA ART CAMP A FAIRY LIFE ART CAMP CREATING ANIMALS ART CAMP
Mon-Thu, 9:30am-3:30pm • Ages 7-12 Mon-Thu, 9:30am-3:30pm • Ages 7-12 Mon-Thu, 9:30am-3:30pm • Ages 7-12
Finley/Willow Rm Finley/Willow Rm Finley/Willow Rm
$233-$243 (4 classes) $233-$243 (4 classes) $233-$243 (4 classes)
Come mix it up with four great days of art, Presenting mixed-media art using Create all kinds of animals from cats to
including painting, drawing, paper maché, papers, cardboard, paint, clay, organic bats! Begin by sketching from models and
mosaics, mono-printing and collage! Bring materials, and recyclable objects to magazine pictures, then work in color with
a lunch and a snack. All materials included. create a 4-inch-tall fairy figure and its pens, watercolor and more. Next, create
Wear clothing for being creative! Instructor: home, as well as a personally written and three-dimensional objects from Paper-
Kathryn Henderson has a Fine Arts degree and illustrated watercolor book. Children learn Mache and modeling clay and finished with
has been teaching youth since 1993. construction, sculpting, drafting, sketching color. All materials included and dress to
and painting techniques. All materials work with art materials. Bring a snack and
Session Code
included. Bring a snack and sack lunch sack lunch. Instructor: Kathryn Henderson -
6/8-6/11 22056
Instructor: Kathryn Henderson - see bio for see bio for Mixed Media Art Camp.
8/3-8/6 22057
Mixed Media Art Camp. Session Code
Session Code 7/20-7/23 22068
6/29-7/2 22058
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Specialty Day Camps
SEWING CAMP
Mon-Thu, 9:30am-3:30pm • Ages 7-12
Finley/Willow Rm
$233-$243 (4 classes)
Perfect for sewing newcomers and as the
next step for those who have hand-sewn
or used a sewing machine. Campers will
practice fundamentals and create hands-on
projects geared to their ability, such as a
bookmarks, felt pillows, bags, totes, stuffed
animals or pajama bottoms. An in-class
sewing machine is provided or bring your
own. All project supplies are included. Bring
a snack and sack lunch. Instructor: Kathryn
Henderson - see bio for Mixed Media Art Camp.
Session Code
6/15-6/18 22059
7/27-7/30 22069
BEACH PARTY DANCE CAMP
Save $10 per session! Mon-Fri, 8:30-11am • Ages 5-8
Discount for Santa Rosa residents Finley/Live Oak Rm
$129-$139 (5 classes)
Let’s turn up the heat and dance all week long! Dancers will explore ‘cool’ music and
movement in tap, jazz and ballet, with sunglasses and beach ball props to brighten up the
dance combinations. Daily crafts and apparel themes add to the creativity and imagination
to keep the beach party alive! Ms. Jeran instructs proper dance technique and skill-building
while providing opportunities for play and imagination. Families are invited to observe
the camp creations at the end of the week. Sign up with a friend for a double-the-fun and
glamorous week! Bring a snack and tap, ballet or light-weight tennis shoes. Instructor: Jeran
Urrutia has over 25 years of dance and teaching experience.
Session Code
7/20-7/24 21703
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