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RecGuide
A P U B L I C AT I O N O F T H E C I T Y O F D AV I S PA R K S A N D C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E S

           2019-2020

Fall
Wi nter
REGISTRATION
BEGINS AUGUST 13
Register online at cityofdavis.org
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REGISTRATION
Tuesday, August 13 for General Registration
Tuesday, October 15 for Adults 50+ Registration

HOW TO REGISTER
For online or in-person registration, see page 36.
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Table of
       Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION           2    ADULTS 50+                          22-29
CITYWIDE SPECIAL EVENTS       3    Support Services                       24
                                   Activity Groups                        25
NUTCRACKER                  4-5    Music & Dance                          25
PRESCHOOL CLASSES            6-7   Programs                               26
YOUTH CLASSES               8-10   Creative Arts                          27
                                   Fitness                             27-29
JR. BASKETBALL             11-13
                                   FACILITIES                          30-33
TEEN CLASSES               14-15
                                   CITY MAP                            34-35
RECREATION FOR             16-17
PEOPLE WITH disABILITIES           WAYS TO REGISTER                    36-37

ADULT FITNESS & SPORTS     18-20   PROGRAM &                           38-39
Adult Sports                  19   REGISTRATION POLICIES
Flex Pass Classes             20   NUTCRACKER REGISTRATION                 40
                                   REGISTRATION FORM                       42
                                   LIABILITY WAIVER                    43-44

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General
    Information
    BILINGUAL SERVICES                                            PHOTO DISCLAIMER
    Parks and Community Services offers registration              The City of Davis may photograph or video record
    assistance in Spanish. Please call (530) 757-5626             program participants and users of city facilities and
    to request assistance. Para asistencia en español,            use these photographs or videos in its promotional
    favor de llamar al (530) 757-5626.                            materials. Unless informed otherwise at the time a
                                                                  participant registers for a city program, Parks and
    GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE                                   Community Services will presume that consent to be
    Do you have a friend or family member who is hard to          photographed or video recorded has been given by
    shop for? Send them something you know they’ll love!          program participants and facility users.
    Gift certificates can be used toward any recreation
    program, facility, field rental or purchase offered through   FEE SCHOLARSHIPS
    Parks and Community Services. Gift certificates can           Residents who reside within the DJUSD boundaries
    be given anytime for any occasion. Some restrictions          are eligible to apply for funds to subsidize recreation
    may apply. For more information or to purchase a gift         program fees. Eligibility depends on income and
    certificate, visit the Parks and Community Services           family size. Applications are available at the Parks
    Office at 23 Russell Blvd. or call (530) 757-5626.            and Community Services office or on the city’s
                                                                  website at www.cityofdavis.org. Applicants must
    REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS                                     provide verification of family size and income.
    This material can be made available upon request in           Applications are due in February and scholarships
    an alternative format as required by the Americans            are awarded in March. Depending upon availability of
    with Disabilities Act of 1990. Direct your requests to        funding, additional scholarships may be distributed
    Human Resources: (530) 757-5644, for TDD:                     throughout the year. The scholarship can be used to
    (530) 757-5666 or www.cityofdavis.org.                        pay up to 50% of the class or program registration
                                                                  fees. Priority is given to those individuals with the
    CITY HOLIDAYS                                                 lowest incomes. If you have any questions, please
                                                                  contact the Davis Senior Center at (530) 757-5696.
    The Parks and Community Services office
    will be closed on the following dates:
    September 2 (Labor Day)                                          ON THE COVER
    November 11 (Veterans Day)                                       The Davis Senior Center hosts a wide variety
    November 28 - 29 (Thanksgiving)                                  of programs and services for adults of all ages
    December 24 - January 1 (Winter Holiday)                         and is open to the public with no membership
    January 20 (MLK Holiday)                                         fee. Special events include the Jewelry Sale
    February 17 (President’s Day)                                    (9/6-9/7) and Craft Fair (11/2). The classes and
                                                                     workshops offer a wide variety from fitness to
                                                                     fine arts. Check out the programs in the
                                                                     Adults 50+ section on pages 22-29.
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THE 14TH ANNUAL DAVIS
                                                       NEIGHBORS’ NIGHT OUT

Special
                                                       Sunday, October 13
                                                       The City of Davis, UC Davis and Associated
                                                       Students of UC Davis are planning Davis

Events
                                                       Neighbors’ Night Out for October 13, 2019!
                                                       Davis Neighbors’ Night Out is a celebration of our
                                                       community, initiated to encourage neighbors to
                                                       get to know one another. The event provides an
                                                       opportunity for neighborhoods to come together
                                                       to increase familiarity and communication by way
                                                       of a block party. We ask neighbors to be a “Party
6TH ANNUAL “BEST OF DAVIS”                             Sponsor”. The Party Sponsor will take the lead in
PHOTO CONTEST                                          organizing a gathering for their neighborhood. The
                                                       City will assist with distributing party invitations
Accepting Submissions:                                 and providing certain party materials. For more
September 2–30, 2019                                   information, please visit www.cityofdavis.org.
Age Categories:
Ages 6–11, ages 12–17, and age 18+                     HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
The City of Davis is hosting its 6th annual photo      Saturday, November 2, 9:00 am-2:00 pm
contest and you are invited to enter your best         Davis Senior Center
images of Davis! Contest entries will be judged        This event includes over 26 local crafters selling
on overall quality, creativity and how well the        items such as woodcrafts, jewelry, ceramics,
photograph portrays the City of Davis. Technical       knitting, paintings and much more. Admission is
quality, clarity and composition are all important,    free. Contact the Davis Senior Center at (530) 757-
but so is a flair for the unexpected and the ability   5696 for more information or to sign up as a vendor.
to capture a picture-perfect moment. The City
reserves the right not to judge a submission if        GOLDEN HEART AWARD
the entry form is not complete. Winners will
                                                       Nomination Form: www.cityofdavis.org
be recognized at a City Council meeting. For
                                                       search “Golden Heart Award”
additional details and information on how to
submit photos please visit www.cityofdavis.org.        Nomination Deadline:
                                                       Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 5:00 pm
JEWELRY SALE                                           We need your help finding teens who have
Friday, September 6, 9:00 am-1:00 pm                   contributed meaningful service to their community
Saturday, September 7, 9:00 am-1:00 pm                 or who have overcome a significant challenge
Davis Senior Center                                    in their life. We encourage you to consider the
                                                       “non-traditional achiever” or the “unsung hero”.
Don’t miss this “jewel” of a sale! Check out a
                                                       Eligibility guidelines and nomination forms are
wonderful selection of necklaces, bracelets,
                                                       available online and can be emailed to Carrie
rings and more. If you have jewelry you’d like
                                                       Dyer at cdyer@cityofdavis.org. The City of Davis
to donate, please bring it to the Davis Senior
                                                       Recreation and Park Commission created this
Center. Even the quirky items sell, so clean out
                                                       award in memory of Andrew Mockus in April
your jewelry box and we’ll turn your diamonds
                                                       1992. The goal is to honor young people for their
(or rhinestones) into cash! All proceeds from the
                                                       achievements and to celebrate young people who
jewelry sale support programs and services at the
                                                       represent the Davis community.
Davis Senior Center.

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NUTCRACKER
    2019 DAVIS CHILDREN’S

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All children ages 6–12 are invited to apply                REGISTRATION IN FORMATION
for the 2019 Davis Children’s Nutcracker.                  Once notified, parents will have until October 11
                                                           at 5:00 pm to register their Nutcracker participant.
PERFORMANCE DATES                                          The cost to register is $120.
Wednesday       December 11              7:00 pm
Thursday        December 12              7:00 pm           NUTCRACKER TICKET SALES
Friday          December 13              7:00 pm
                                                           Information about ticket sales for cast members
Saturday        December 14              2:00 pm
Saturday        December 14              7:00 pm           will be emailed with confirmation packets. Online
Sunday          December 15              2:00 pm           public ticket sales will begin on Monday, December
                                                           2 at 8:00 am at www.showtix.com. Ticket sales
Performances will take place at the Veterans
                                                           are limited to a maximum of six tickets per sale,
Memorial Theater
                                                           no exceptions. Tickets cost $17.00 per person-per
                                                           performance, plus online ticket processing fees.
APPLICATIONS DUE
                                                           Please check the City of Davis website for updates.
Friday, September 20, 5:00 pm
Applications are located on page 40. Additional
applications are available in the Parks and Community         VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Services office, located at 23 Russell Blvd. Photocopies
                                                              It would be impossible to produce a show
of the application are also acceptable.
                                                              the size of “The Davis Children’s Nutcracker”
                                                              without help from many volunteers. Volunteers
DETAILS
                                                              must fill out a City of Davis Employment
Applicants must be 6 years old by November 18,                Application. Applications are available online
2019. The cast will be limited to 250 children with a         and at the Parks and Community Services
certain number of parts allocated to each age group.          Office. Please submit your completed
Preference will be given to children who applied              application to the Parks and Community
for last year’s show and did not get in. Names are            Services Office by September 13.
drawn by lottery. Parents of children admitted to the
cast will receive an information packet with details
regarding auditions, rehearsal calendar and cast
preference form. If your child is between the ages of
10-12 they will have the opportunity to audition for a
lead role. Rehearsals will take place at the Veterans
Memorial Center.
If there are open spaces after registration closes,
children who were not selected in the first lottery
will be placed in a secondary lottery. Roles will be
assigned after registration is complete. All cast
members must be available for rehearsals and shows,
Monday-Friday, November 18 – December 15.

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PRESCHOOL
CLASSES

6   Preschool Classes | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
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EARLY EXPLORERS                                             MINI MELODY MAKERS
1.5 to 3 years, Chestnut Park Roundhouse                    1.5 to 4 years, Chestnut Park Roundhouse
Children will explore through tactile and sensory play      This class is a fun musical playtime for children and
while improving their fine and gross motor skills.          their parents. Children will be exposed to a variety
Parent participation is required in each class. All         of music and musical instruments while enjoying a
siblings must be registered for the class. No classes       relaxing open playtime. Other fun activities, such
on 11/26, 11/28, and 11/30.                                 as playing with sound, musical crafts and circle
820000 11     9/10-10/15   T       9:30-11:30 am     $108   time with singing and movement will be included.
820000 12     10/29-12/10 T        9:30-11:30 am     $108   Parent participation is required. All siblings must be
820000 13     1/7-2/11     T       9:30-11:30 am     $108   registered for the class. No class on 11/29.
820000 31     9/12-10/17   Th      9:30-11:30 am     $108   820200 41    9/13-10/18   F        9:30-10:30 am      $59
820000 32     10/31-12/12 Th       9:30-11:30 am     $108   820200 42    11/8-12/13   F        9:30-10:30 am      $49
820000 33     1/9-2/13     Th      9:30-11:30 am     $108   820200 43    1/10-2/14    F        9:30-10:30 am      $59
820000 51     9/14-10/19   Sa      9:30-11:00 am     $108

                                                            KIDZ LOVE SOCCER
820000 52     11/2-12/14 Sa        9:30-11:00 am     $108
820000 53     1/11-2/15    Sa      9:30-11:00 am     $108

BEYOND THE CRAYON BOX                                       MOMMY/DADDY & ME SOCCER
1.5 to 3 years, Chestnut Park Roundhouse                    2 to 3.5 years, Harvest Park
Preschool artists will explore various drawing, painting,   Introduce yourself and your toddler to the “World’s
collage and modeling media. Creating both open-             Most Popular Game!” As you and your child
ended and structured projects at open tables, while         participate in our fun age appropriate activities, your
using artists’ tools. Parents will gain inspiration for     child will be developing their large motor skills and
at-home activities. Each week features new projects         socialization skills. The fun happens on the field and
as well as familiar activities. Parent participation is     in Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer, parents are part of
required. All siblings must be registered for the class.    the action, not watching from the sidelines!
No classes on 11/11, 11/25 and 1/20.                        820500 01    9/9-10/14    M        5:30-6:00 pm       $75
820100 01     9/9-10/14    M       9:30-11:00 am     $88
820100 02     10/28-12/9 M         9:30-11:00 am      $74   TOT/PRE SOCCER
820100 03     1/6-2/10     M       9:30-11:00 am      $74   3.5 to 5 years, Harvest Park
                                                            Players will learn dribbling, passing, defense and
PAINT AND SING PLAYTIME                                     shooting goals! Fun skill games are played at every
2.5 to 4 years, Chestnut Park Roundhouse                    session and every participant will have a ball at his
A fun filled time for young children and their parents      or her feet. Perfect for first time players while being
with added special emphasis on an extended musical          fun and engaging for kids with some experience. Shin
circle time. Parent participation required. All siblings    guards are required after the first meeting.
must be registered for this class. No class on 11/27.       820501 01    9/9-10/14    M        4:45-5:20 pm       $75
820400 21     9/11-10/16   W       9:30-11:30 am     $123
820400 22     10/30-12/11 W        9:30-11:30 am     $123   SOCCER 1: TECHNIQUES & TEAMWORK
820400 23     1/8-2/12     W       9:30-11:30 am     $123   5 to 6 years, Harvest Park
                                                            Players will learn dribbling, passing, defense and
SKYHAWKS HOOPSTER TOTS                                      shooting goals! Fun skill games are played at every
3 to 5 years, West Manor Park                               session and every participant will have a ball at his
These classes focus on dribbling, shot technique,           or her feet. Perfect for first time players while being
passing and teamwork. Adjustable hoops and                  fun and engaging for kids with some experience. Shin
appropriately sized basketballs are used to always          guards are required after the first meeting.
provide the right amount of challenge.                      820502 01    9/9-10/14    M        4:00-4:45 pm       $75
820600 55     11/2-11/23   Sa      3:30-4:15 pm      $89
820600 56     11/2-11/23   Sa      4:30-5:15 pm      $89

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CLASSES
YOUTH

8   Youth Classes | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
SKYHAWKS                                                    JAPANESE TAIKO
SKYHAWKS FLAG FOOTBALL CLINIC                               DRUMMING
6 to 12 years, Pioneer Park
                                                            LEVEL II TAIKO
Boys and girls learn skills on both sides of the football   8 years and up, Chestnut Park Roundhouse
field including the core components of passing,
catching and defense all in a fun and positive              Level II is a continuation of the Introduction class.
environment. The program ends with the Skyhawks             Students will learn new techniques, forms and songs.
Super Bowl!                                                 No class on 11/29.
                                                            830400 01    8/30-10/18 F          4:00-5:00 pm       $72
820600 51     9/7-9/28    Sa       3:30-4:30 pm      $89
                                                            830400 02    10/25-12/20 F         4:00-5:00 pm       $72
820600 52     10/5-10/26 Sa        3:30-4:30 pm      $89
                                                            830400 03    1/10-3/20    F        4:00-5:00 pm       $99
SKYHAWKS GOLF CLINIC
5 to 9 years, Pioneer Park                                  INTERMEDIATE TAIKO
                                                            8 years and up, Chestnut Park Roundhouse
Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of swinging,
putting and body positioning using the SNAG®                This class will review the basics of Taiko and progress
(Starting New At Golf) system. Participants use             to more challenging concepts. Open to students with
modified equipment and benefit from the simplified          instructor consent. No class on 11/23.
instruction so they can effectively transition onto the     830400 11    8/30-10/18 F          5:00-6:00 pm       $72
golf course. All equipment is provided.                     830400 12    10/25-12/20 F         5:00-6:00 pm       $72
                                                            830400 13    1/10-3/20    F        5:00-6:00 pm       $99
820600 53     9/7-9/28    Sa       4:45-5:45 pm      $89
820600 54     10/5-10/26 Sa        4:45-5:45 pm      $89

SKYHAWKS SPORTS SAMPLER                                     PLAY-WELL LEGO®
5 to 12 years, Pioneer Park                                 ENGINEERING
This half-day event provides an opportunity for
participants to experience multiple sports in one           LEGO® INTRO TO STEM
setting! Beginner athletes will get the chance to see       5 to 6 years, Redwood Community Bldg
what they are interested in, while more experienced         Tap into your imagination with thousands of LEGO®
Skyhawks campers will hone their skills across              parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as Boats,
several sports. Instruction and practice will be            Snowmobiles, Catapults and Merry-Go-Rounds.
done in a rotation-based format and campers will            Design and build as never before, and explore your
learn the core fundamentals of each sport. Sports           craziest ideas in a supportive environment.
include basketball, baseball, flag football, and soccer.    831400 01    11/25-11/27 M-W       9:00 am-12:00 pm $112
Campers should wear appropriate athletic attire and
bring a water bottle and two snacks.                        LEGO® STEM CHALLENGE
820600 57     11/16       Sa       9:00 am-12:00 pm $39     7 to 12 years, Redwood Community Bldg
                                                            Mast your engineering skills with Play-Well
                                                            TEKnologies and thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply
                                                            real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and
                                                            architecture through engineer-designed projects such
                                                            as Catapults, Pneumatic Cranes, Arch Bridges and
                                                            Battletracks! Design and build as never before, and
                                                            explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment.
                                                            831400 02    11/25-11/27 M-W       1:00-4:00 pm      $112

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NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ATHLETICS
     ONE-DAY BASKETBALL CLINICS                                  WINTER BREAK 2-DAY
     7 to 13 years, Harper Jr. High Gym                          BASKETBALL CAMP
     One-day basketball clinics are a fun way to work on         7 to 13 years, Harper Jr. High Gym
     skills! Whether they are a beginner or more advanced        Hoop It Up Coed basketball camp is perfect for
     player, the drills taught at camp will help them            the winter break. Whether your child is a beginner
     improve their game and confidence. Campers work             or more advanced player, the drills taught at this
     on the core fundamentals of the game: footwork,             camp will help them fall in love with the game. The
     passing, ball-handling and defense. Participants will       prefect place to learn about the game and fitness
     enjoy fun challenges, games and daily competitions          while having a blast and making new friends. Games
     in a positive and energetic environment. Open to            include One on One, Three on Three, three point
     boys and girls ages 7 – 13.                                 contest, Around the World, Pepsi Hotspot, and more.
     VETERAN’S DAY                                               Game day features competitions, contests and lots
     820700 01       11/11        M      9:00 am-3:00 pm   $49   of fun! Whether they want to improve their skills or
     MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY
     820700 08       1/20         M      9:00 am-3:00 pm   $49   just compete, we have something that will motivate,
                                                                 educate and challenge everyone. Open to boys and
     THANKSGIVING BREAK 3-DAY                                    girls ages 7 – 13.
     BASKETBALL CAMP                                             820700 04   12/26-12/27 ThF     9:00 am-12:00 pm $69
     7 to 13 years, Harper Jr. High Gym                          820700 05   12/26-12/27 ThF     9:00 am-3:00 pm $109
                                                                 820700 06   1/2-1/3     ThF     9:00 am-12:00 pm $69
     Thanksgiving break basketball camp features 3
                                                                 820700 07   1/2-1/3     ThF     9:00 am-3:00 pm $109
     days filled with fun challenges, games and daily
     competitions in a positive and energetic environment.
     The camp is geared for beginners to advanced players.
     Participants will work on the core fundamentals of the        Location is subject to change. Participants
     game such as footwork, passing, ball-handling and             enrolled will be notified of any changes.
     defense. The camp will also feature: RSBQ (Rhythm,
     Speed, Balance, and Quickness) Workouts, Confidence
     Builders Program, Daily Chalk Talks and Skill of the
     Day. Open to boys and girls ages 7 – 13.
     820700 02       11/25-11/27 M-W     9:00 am-12:00 pm $99
     820700 03       11/25-11/27 M-W     9:00 am-3:00 pm $159

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DART SWIM SCHOOL
   Dart Swim School will be back this Fall! Lessons
   will be offered for children 18 months-10
   years old with a variety of levels. All group
   lessons will be on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and
   Thursdays at Community Pool for 30 minutes.
   All group classes have low swimmer to coach
   ratios. Private lessons are offered on Mondays,
   Wednesdays, and Fridays. Children can register
   for one 4-week session (12 lessons) or two             BATTING
   4-week sessions (24 lessons). Registration
   will open late July. For information on how            CAGES
   to register or questions please email Jamie            The batting cages are located behind Field
   Kiarie at aquadartswimlessons@gmail.com                2 at Playfields Park. Tokens are $1 for 15
   or go to aquadart.org.                                 pitches. Bats and helmets are available at
   This is a paid advertisement                           no additional cost. Hours are subject to
                                                          change due to extreme heat or rain. For up
                                                          to date weather closures please call the
                                                          Playfields Hotline at (530) 757-5628.
SKATE PARK                                                Hours of Operation
The Skate Park, located at Community Park, is             September 30 –October 27
available for use by BMX bikers, skateboarders and        OPEN: Tuesday-Thursday 5:00-9:30 pm,
in-line skaters. All users are expected to respect        Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am-5:00 pm
other users; especially those with less advanced          CLOSED: Monday & Friday
abilities. Proper safety gear (helmets, elbow pads and
                                                          October 28 – November 10
knee pads) must be worn by all users. In additional all
                                                          OPEN: Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am-5:00 pm
in-line skaters must wear wrist guards.
                                                          CLOSED: Monday – Friday
                                                          November 11 – Late February
                                                          Closed for the winter!

                                                          BATTING
                                                          CAGE
                                                          RENTALS
                                                          The batting cages are available for private
                                                          rental by request. Use the time to reserve
                                                          a specific cage for practice, host a team
                                                          building activity or a birthday party! Fees
                                                          range from $15 for 30 minutes, $30 for
                                                          60 minutes; prices are based per cage. To
                                                          reserve the batting cages please contact
                                                          the Youth and Adult Sports Coordinator,
                                                          Michael Cirelli at mcirelli@cityofdavis.org
                                                          or (530) 747-5878.

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BASKETBALL
                                                 COACHES
                                                 NEEDED

BASKETBALL                                       We are seeking positive, committed, friendly and
                                                 energetic role models to coach the City of Davis
                                                 Junior Basketball Program (Boys and Girls 3/4
                                                 grades and 5/6 grades). For parents and family
                                                 members of players, coaching a team is a great
                                                 way to spend more time with your child while
                                                 they enjoy their favorite sport. Anyone passionate
                                                 about basketball is encouraged to volunteer
                                                 their time and help make this popular program
                                                 successful. Parents selected as volunteer coaches
                                                 will have their child’s Junior Basketball registration
                                                 fee waived at the end of the season. All coaches
                                                 will be required to pass a background check
                                                 and attend a training session January 7 or 8 at
                                                 6pm at the Veterans Memorial Center. For more
                                                 information please contact Parks and Community
JUNIOR

                                                 Services at (530) 757-5626.

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BOYS JUNIOR BASKETBALL                                 Grades 3 & 4                     Grades 5 & 6
                                                       PATWIN ELEMENTARY                PATWIN ELEMENTARY
Join the annual Junior Basketball recreational         830700 01 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     830800 01 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
league! This league features two divisions, a boys     830700 02 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    830800 02 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
3rd-4th and a boys 5th-6th grades. Space is            CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY          CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY
                                                       830700 11 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     830800 11 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
limited due to the popularity of this program. The     830700 12 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    830800 12 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
last day to register online is Friday, November 29.    WILLETT ELEMENTARY               WILLETT ELEMENTARY
All additions after 11/29 must be approved by the      830700 21 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     830800 21 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
League Coordinator and are not guaranteed.             830700 22 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    830800 22 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
                                                       NORTH DAVIS ELEMENTARY           NORTH DAVIS ELEMENTARY
Practices are held twice a week at a neighborhood      830700 31 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     830800 31 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
school on either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/          830700 32 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    830800 32 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
                                                       KOREMATSU ELEMENTARY             KOREMATSU ELEMENTARY
Thursday. Depending on the coach, practices begin      830700 41 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     830800 41 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
between 3:15 and 4:00 pm. Wednesday practices          830700 42 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    830800 42 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
may start as early as 1:30 or as late as 4:00 pm.      BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY            BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY

Games are held on Saturdays at the Davis High          830700 51 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     830800 51 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
                                                       830700 52 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    830800 52 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
School Gyms. Fundamentals, sportsmanship and           PIONEER ELEMENTARY               PIONEER ELEMENTARY
fun are emphasized. Coaches will contact families      830700 61 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     830800 61 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
after January 8 and practices begin the week of        830700 62 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    830800 62 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
                                                       MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY            MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY
January 13. First game is scheduled for January 25.
                                                       830700 71 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     830800 71 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
Each participant will receive a T-shirt in their       830700 72 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    830800 72 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
team color. Please indicate the T-shirt size when
registering. Sizes available are Youth XS-XL and
Adult XS-XXXL. Shirt orders are final, no refunds
or exchanges.

GIRLS JUNIOR BASKETBALL                                Grades 3 & 4                     Grades 5 & 6
                                                       PATWIN ELEMENTARY                PATWIN ELEMENTARY
Join the annual Junior Basketball recreational         830900 01 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     831000 01 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
league! This league features two divisions, a girls    830900 02 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    831000 02 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
3rd-4th and a girls 5th-6th grades. Space is limited   CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY          CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY
                                                       830900 11 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     831000 11   1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
due to the popularity of this program. The last
                                                       830900 12 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    831000 12   1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
day to register online is Friday, November 29. All     WILLETT ELEMENTARY               WILLETT ELEMENTARY
additions after 11/29 must be approved by the          830900 21 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     831000 21 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
League Coordinator and are not guaranteed.             830900 22 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    831000 22 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
                                                       NORTH DAVIS ELEMENTARY           NORTH DAVIS ELEMENTARY
Practices are held twice a week at a neighborhood      830900 31 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     831000 31 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
school on either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/          830900 32 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    831000 32 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
                                                       KOREMATSU ELEMENTARY             KOREMATSU ELEMENTARY
Thursday. Depending on the coach, practices begin
                                                       830900 41 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     831000 41 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
between 3:15 and 4:00 pm. Wednesday practices          830900 42 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    831000 42 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
may start as early as 1:30 or as late as 4:00 pm.      BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY            BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY
Games are held on Saturdays at the Davis High          830900 51 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     831000 51 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
                                                       830900 52 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    831000 52 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
School Gyms. Fundamentals, sportsmanship and           PIONEER ELEMENTARY               PIONEER ELEMENTARY
fun are emphasized. Coaches will contact families      830900 61 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     831000 61 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
after January 8 and practices begin the week of        830900 62 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    831000 62 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
January 13. First game is scheduled for January 25.    MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY            MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY
                                                       830900 71 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135     831000 71 1/13-3/7 MWSa $135
Each participant will receive a T-shirt in their       830900 72 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135    831000 72 1/14-3/7 TThSa $135
team color. Please indicate the T-shirt size when
registering. Sizes available are Youth XS-XL and
Adult XS-XXXL. Shirt orders are final, no refunds
or exchanges.

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CLASSES
TEEN

14   Teen Classes | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
BABYSITTER TRAINING                                         OPEN GYM PROGRAM
11 to 15 years, Senior Center                               Saturdays, 4:00 – 7:00pm
Learn the information and skills necessary to provide       Badminton/Basketball (All ages)
safe and responsible care for children in the absence       Adults                                      $5.00
of adults. You’ll also learn and practice Child & Infant    17 and under                                $2.00
CPR, rescue breathing, choking rescue, preventing
disease transmission and first aid. Participants must       Saturdays, 7:00 – 9:00pm
be at least 11 years old by the last day of the course.     Various activities
                                                            Grades 9-12 ONLY                            $2.00
Babysitter Training, Child/Infant CPR
& First Aid Certification                                   Sundays, 1:30 – 3:30pm
You’ll learn how to                                         Badminton Only (All ages)
• Perform basic child-care skills such                      Adults                                      $5.00
  as diapering and feeding                                  17 and under                                $2.00
• Handle bedtime and discipline issues                      Under 10 years needs to be accompanied by a paying
• Identify safety hazards and prevent injuries              adult. BYOE, bring your own equipment.
• Communicate effectively with parents
• Find and interview for babysitting jobs                   TEEN LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
850100 01    9/21-9/22   SaSu   9:00 am-2:00 pm      $155   12 to 17 years, Senior Center
850100 02    11/2-11/3   SaSu   9:00 am-2:00 pm      $155   This is a school-year leadership program for junior high
                                                            students who are interested in building leadership and
TEEN DANCE                                                  teambuilding skills. Teens will help plan and implement
Grades 7 to 9, Veterans Memorial Center                     special events like Teen Dances for the City and
Grab your friends and let’s GLOW to the Teen Glow           volunteering opportunities within the Davis community.
Party! This party is sure to be unlike any other…           All Junior High students who are interested in joining
bounce houses, carnival games, a stocked snack bar          the Teen Council must apply in September. For more
and the newest music to dance to all under black            information or to apply please visit us online at www.
lights. Wear neon or white to get your GLOW on!             cityofdavis.org (search Teen Leadership Council).
The Fine Print:                                             The TLC meets every other Tuesday starting the
• The Teen Glow Party is supervised by trained City         second Tuesday in September. We will not meet on
  staff from our Teen and Playground programs.              school holidays. Meeting dates are subject to change.
• There are no in-out privileges.                           For more information contact Program Coordinator,
• There are no refunds for the party.                       Robert Larson at rlarson@cityofdavis.org.
• A current Liability Waiver must be on file.               850000 01      9/10-5/12     T       7:00-8:30 pm        $145
• You may only purchase tickets for teens
  in your household.                                        GOLDEN HEART AWARDS
                                                            The Golden Heart Awards honor local Junior and
A roster will be printed right before the event begins.     Senior High students who are the unsung heroes
Purchase your tickets in advance to receive the             and have significantly contributed service to their
discounted price. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20         community and to those who have overcome
on the day of and at the door.                              personal challenges. Please consider nominating an
850300 01    10/18       F      7:00-9:30 pm      $15/$20   outstanding teen! The Award Ceremony will be held
                                                            at a City Council meeting in February.
BIKING WITH CONFIDENCE
12 years and up                                             For more information or to nominate a deserving
                                                            youth, please call (530) 757-5602 or visit www.
Pump up your bike skills and confidence with this
                                                            cityofdavis.org (search Golden Heart Awards).
class. To check available dates and to register go to
www.cityofdavis.org/bikes and click on the Biking           Nominations Due
with Confidence button. The class fee is $5.                Thursday, January 16, 2020

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ALTERNATIVE
RECREATION

16   Alternative Recreation | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
RECREATION FOR PEOPLE WITH disABILITIES
ABOUT ALTERNATIVE                                         ALT REC ADULT GAME NIGHT
RECREATION (ALT REC)                                      18 years and up, Senior Center
Since 1973, the City of Davis has provided                This is a casual evening with a mixture of board
recreational opportunities for children, teens and        games, ping pong, Wii, crafts, puzzles and coloring.
adults with intellectual developmental disabilities.      Our focus is on fun and friendships. Participants take
Year-round outings offer participants the chance to       turns providing a light snack for the group. Feel free
hone social skills, broaden recreation interests and      to leave when you want; folks who stay until 9:30 pm,
develop life-long friendships. Alt Rec also provides      will be transported home (Davis residents only). Got
support staff to assist participants in a variety of      a game or puzzle you want to share, bring it along!
recreation programs.                                      860100 01    9/20         F        7:00-9:30 pm       $20
                                                          860100 21    11/15        F        7:00-9:30 pm       $20
NEED MORE INFO?                                           860100 41    1/10         F        7:00-9:30 pm       $20
For questions regarding Alternative Recreation, the
intake process or learn about our additional monthly      ALT REC ADULT EVENTS AND TRIPS
offerings, please contact Heather Everett, Alternative    18 years and up, Off Site Facility
Recreation Coordinator at (530) 757-5694 or email         This on-the-go group enjoys the movies, going out
heverett@cityofdavis.org.                                 to eat, dancing and watching sporting events. Every
                                                          month Alt Rec has something fun planned, check out
                                                          the monthly calendar for more information about
ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS                                     these events.
                                                          HALLOWEEN DANCE

ALT REC - BOWLING                                         860200 15    10/25        F        7:00-9:30 pm        $10
                                                          APPLE HILL
13 years and up, UC Davis Memorial Union                  860300 14    10/27        Su       7:00 am-2:00 pm     $30
Bowling takes place at the Games Area, in the UCD
Memorial Union, 1 Shields Ave., below the UCD             ALT REC TEEN’S NIGHT OUT (TNO)
Bookstore. Bowlers meet staff in the lobby of the         13 to 21 years, Senior Center
Games Area. Bowlers need to bring $16 in cash for         Ditch the parents and come hang out with your
two games and an additional $4 in cash if they need to    friends on select Friday nights! Dance, play games on
rent shoes. At the end of bowling, staff escort bowlers   the Wii, put a puzzle together, make a craft, have a
to the Tennis Courts (Howard Way) where they meet         snack and watch a movie.
their transportation arrangements to be taken home        860400 11    10/11        F        6:30-9:30 pm        $26
(bike, bus, or picked up by parent/care provider).        860400 21    11/8         F        6:30-9:30 pm        $26
860000 01    9/9         M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18   860400 22    11/22        F        6:30-9:30 pm        $26
860000 02    9/16        M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18   860400 31    12/13        F        6:30-9:30 pm        $26
860000 03    9/23        M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18   860400 41    1/17         F        6:30-9:30 pm        $26
860000 04    9/30        M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 11    10/7        M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 12    10/14       M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 13    10/21       M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 14    10/28       M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 21    11/4        M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 22    11/18       M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 23    11/25       M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 41    1/6         M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 42    1/13        M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18
860000 43    1/27        M        4:30-6:00 pm      $18

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ADULT FITNESS
                  & SPORTS

18   Adult Fitness & Sports | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
ADULT SOFTBALL                                              BATTING CAGES
The Fall Adult Softball League is a seven game              The batting cages are located behind the Field 2 at
season. Games are played at either Playfields or            Playfields Park. Tokens are $1 for 15 pitches. Bats and
Community Park. All teams play in the evenings.             helmets are available at no additional cost. Hours are
Men’s leagues use two umpires each; coed leagues            subject to change due to extreme heat or rain. For up
use one. In addition to team fees, teams will pay           to date weather closures please call the Playfields
a $50 non-resident fee if 6 or more players reside          Hotline at (530) 757-5628.
outside Davis city limits.                                  Hours of Operations
MEN’S D2A                                                   September 30 – October 27
870000 06       9/5-10/17   Th     5:00-11:00 pm     $455   OPEN: Tuesday-Thursday 5:00-9:30 pm,
MEN’S D2B
870000 07       9/5-10/17   Th     5:00-11:00 pm     $455
                                                            Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am-5:00 pm
MEN’S D3
                                                            CLOSED: Monday & Friday
870000 08       9/5-10/17   Th     5:00-11:00 pm     $455   October 28 – November 10
MEN’S D5A
                                                            OPEN: Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am-5:00 pm
870000 03       9/4-10/16   W      5:00-11:00 pm     $455
MEN’S D5B
                                                            CLOSED: Monday – Friday
870000 04       9/4-10/16   W      5:00-11:00 pm     $455   November 11 – Late February
MEN’S D5C
                                                            Closed for the winter!
870000 05       9/4-10/16   W      5:00-11:00 pm     $455
COED REC BLUE
870000 01       9/3-10/15   T      5:00-11:00 pm     $420   BATTING CAGE RENTALS
COED REC GOLD                                               The batting cages are available for private rental by
870000 02       9/3-10/15   T      5:00-11:00 pm     $420
                                                            request. Use the time to reserve a specific cage for
                                                            practice, host a team building activity or a birthday
USA REGISTRATION                                            party! Fees range from $15 for 30 minutes, $30 for
All new teams that did not participate in Spring or         60 minutes; prices are based per cage. To reserve
Summer 2019 are required to join the United Softball        the batting cages please contact the Youth and Adult
Association (USA).                                          Sports Coordinator, Michael Cirelli at mcirelli@
870200 01       Team Registration 		                  $30   cityofdavis.org or (530) 747-5878.

SOFTBALL REGISTRATION                                       ADULT DROP IN OPEN GYM
Registration begins: Monday, August 5 at 8:00 am            Community Gym at Davis High School
Registration closes: Friday, August 16 at 5:00 pm           Basketball
                                                            Thursday, 7:30-9:30 pm
A $50 late registration fee will be charged to all
                                                            $5 per person per night
teams registering after Friday, August 16.
                                                            Volleyball
ADULT BASKETBALL                                            Wednesday, 8:00-11:00 pm
Community Gym @ Davis High School                           Sunday, 4:00-7:00 pm
                                                            $7 per person per night
Team registration will be accepted until 5:00 pm
on Friday, October 11. A lottery will be held if there
are more teams than spaces available. Each team
will play between ten and twelve games, depending
on the number of teams that register. There are no
refunds on adult sport leagues. No games on 12/23,
12/24, 12/30 and 12/31.
35+: 35 YEARS AND UP
870300 01       11/4-2/10   M		                      $500
D3: 18 YEARS AND UP
870300 02       11/5-2/11   T		                      $500

                                                                          Fall/Winter 2019-2020 | Adult Fitness & Sports   19
FITNESS FLEX                                              PM AEROBICS
                                                               Senior Center, TTH 6:30 – 7:30 pm
     PASS CLASSES                                              Enhance your health and wellness. This evening class
                                                               features stretching, warm-ups and a 25-30 minute
     FITNESS FLEX PASS                                         cardiovascular aerobic cross-training segment which
     18 years and up                                           includes interval training, weight training, step work
     The Fitness Flex Pass gives you a drop-in option for      and low-impact aerobics. Class ends with a cool
     some of the fitness classes the City of Davis has to      down and relaxation.
     offer. Pick and choose which classes and dates work
     best with your schedule, try a new class or continue      SUNRISE STEP, TONE & STRETCH
     with your favorite!                                       Senior Center, MWF 6:00 – 7:00 am
     The Fitness Flex Pass applies to the following classes:   A great way to start your day. Class includes a warm-
                                                               up, stretches, a 30-35 minute aerobic cardiovascular
     PM Aerobics, Sunrise Step, Tone & Stretch
                                                               cross-training, cool down and relaxation.
     and Yoga Meditation
     Not all classes are offered every season.                 YOGA & MEDITATION
     No classes on 9/2, 11/11, 11/28, 11/29 and 1/20.          FOR STRESS RELIEF
     $10 for 1 class*                                          Senior Center, M 5:30-6:30 pm
     $45 for 5 classes*                                        This class explores yoga as a meditation in
     $85 for 10 classes*                                       movement, poses flowing with the breath and
     $155 for 20 classes*                                      awareness centered in the heart, and joins physical
     *Non-resident fees apply                                  (core strength, deep stretching and precision
                                                               alignment) with the meditative (conscious breathing,
                                                               mindfulness, inner body awareness and inquiry into
                                                               the veracity of stressful thoughts).

     FALL/WINTER FITNESS FLEX PASS CLASS SCHEDULE
            Monday                   Tuesday            Wednesday             Thursday                Friday

         Sunrise Step,                                 Sunrise Step,                              Sunrise Step,
        Tone & Stretch                                Tone & Stretch                             Tone & Stretch
         6:00-7:00am                                   6:00-7:00am                                6:00-7:00am

       Yoga Meditation
        5:30-6:30pm

                                  PM Aerobics                               PM Aerobics
                                  6:30-7:30pm                               6:30-7:30pm

20   Adult Fitness & Sports | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
Davis Gymnastics
& Dance Center
       WE ARE UNDER CONSTRUCTION!
   Check out our website for Gymnastics & Dance updates.
                   www.cityofdavis.org

                                       Fall/Winter 2019-2020 | Gymnastics & Dance Center   21
ADULTS 50+

22   Adults 50+ | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
THE DAVIS
SENIOR CENTER                                                 REGISTRATION
                                                              DATES FOR
A PLACE OF POSSIBILITIES
The Davis Senior Center is a community focal point for
                                                              ADULTS 50+
recreational, social and supportive services for adults 50+   CLASSES
and their family members. There is no membership fee to
                                                              October 15, 2019
participate in the Senior Center activities and over 65% of
                                                              for December, January, February
our programs are offered for free. Many classes are open
to adults 18+.                                                January 28, 2020
                                                              for March, April, May
Stop by and visit us, call or email!
Monday-Friday 9:00 am-4:00 pm                                 April 21, 2020
(closed on weekends and designated holidays)                  for June, July, August

Davis Senior Center
646 A Street (on the corner of 7th and A Street)              DONATE
(530) 757-5696
seniorservices@cityofdavis.org                                ONLINE
                                                              Visit SRCF at www.sacregcf.org,
SIGN UP FOR OUR                                               specify your fund preference (Davis
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER                                            Senior Services Endowment Fund or
To subscribe to our online monthly newsletter, The Scene,     Davis Senior Services Improvement
or for a free monthly calendar of events, drop by the Davis   Fund) and donate.
Senior Center during regular office hours or go online at
www.cityofdavis.org/seniorservices.                           DONATE
DROP IN PROGRAMS                                              BY MAIL
The senior Center offers a variety of “drop in” programs.     Send a check and specify which fund:
To learn more, stop by or call (530) 757-5696.                Yolo Community Foundation
Bingo                   Chinese Culture Club                  P.O. Box 1264
Connections Café        Davis Dynamos                         Woodland, CA 95776
Duplicate Bridge        Friday Films
Genealogy               Hem & Haw
Knit Night              Live Music
Mac Users Group         Mah Jongg
Open Art Studio         Ping Pong
Project Linus           Sing Along
Social Bridge           Watercolor Studio Group

                                                                            Fall/Winter 2019-2020 | Adults 50+   23
SUPPORT SERVICES                                            UNITRANS
                                                                 Unitrans provides a fixed-route service and has
     DAVIS COMMUNITY TRANSIT (DCT)                               varying route schedules based upon the UC Davis
                                                                 operating schedule. Free bus passes are available to
     DCT provides a shared ride origin-to-destination
                                                                 those riders 60 years or older and can be obtained
     service for eligible customers within Davis city
                                                                 at the Davis Senior Center. For more information on
     limits. Eligible customers are individuals who have
                                                                 Unitrans routes and schedules call (530) 752-2877.
     a qualifying disability under the Americans with
     Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). For registration forms
                                                                 VETERANS SERVICES
     or more information call DCT at (530) 747-8240.
                                                                 A representative from the Veterans Service office
     DIANNE HINSZ MEMORIAL                                       offers resources on a variety of topics. Call the
     SCHOLARSHIPS                                                Veterans Service office at (530) 406-4850 for
                                                                 more information.
     Scholarships are available to pay for senior center
     classes for those who can’t afford it. To be eligible,
     your annual income must be below $29,150 for an
     individual or $33,300 for couples.
                                                                 SUPPORT GROUPS
                                                                 DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS GROUP
     FOOD DISTRIBUTION                                           3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 am
     3rd Wednesday at 11:00 am
     The Yolo County Food Bank offers a Federal Food             MEN’S SOCIAL GROUP
     Distribution program at the Davis Senior Center.            4th Wednesday of each month at 10:00 am
     This free program provides food items such as peanut
     butter, meats, canned goods and seasonal items to           PARKINSON’S CARE
     qualified families and individuals. Food items vary and     PARTNERS SUPPORT
     supplies are subject to change. For more information        2nd Thursday of each month at 1:30 pm
     on income and eligibility criteria, call Yolo County Food
     Bank at (530) 668-0690 or (800) 621-3086.                   PARKINSON’S SUPPORT
                                                                 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:30 pm
     INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE
     The Davis Senior Center can help guide you through          PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY
     the maze of programs and services available to older        2nd Tuesday of each month at 3:30 pm
     adults such as health insurance counseling, legal
     assistance, tax assistance, caregiver resources
     and much more. Call (530) 757-5696.

     ONSITE LUNCH & MEALS ON WHEELS
                                                                    SENIOR CITIZEN
     Monday-Friday at 11:30 am                                      COMMISSION
     Meals on Wheels of Yolo County provides an on-                 2nd Thursday at 2:30pm
     site meal at the Davis Senior Center and a delivery            Community Chambers at City Hall
     service to homebound adults. For more information,             23 Russell Blvd.
     call (530) 747-5870. Call no later than 12:00 noon
                                                                    This Commission is appointed by the Davis
     the day before for lunch reservations. Suggested
                                                                    City Council and serves as an advisory body
     donation is $4.00 for adults 60 years or older, and
                                                                    to Council on policies and programs which
     $7.00 for guests under 60 years, unless accompanied
                                                                    serve older adults. Meetings are open to the
     by a senior spouse.
                                                                    public. For more information call the Senior
                                                                    Center at (530) 757-5696 or go online
                                                                    at www.cityofdavis.org.

24   Adults 50+ | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
MUSIC & DANCE                                                 ACTIVITY GROUPS
INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING                                    CHINESE CULTURE CLUB
18 years and up, Senior Center                                2nd and 4th Fridays at 12:30 pm
The emphasis of this beginning level class is on folk         This group celebrates Chinese culture through games,
dances to improve balance, motor coordination and             film, art and socializing. Everyone is welcome.
social interaction. Consider it “dancing as exercise.”
No partner needed.                                            DAVIS DYNAMOS WALKERS
122000 09    9/3-9/24     T       10:30-11:30 am        $21   This group is affiliated with the National Volkssport
122000 10    10/1-10/29   T       10:30-11:30 am    $27       Association and organizes non-competitive walks
122000 11    11/5-11/26   T       10:30-11:30 am        $21   primarily in Yolo County. Come for fun and fellowship.
122000 12    12/3-12/17   T        10:30-11:30 am       $16   All ages and abilities welcome! For more information
122000 01    1/7-1/28     T       10:30-11:30 am        $21   on walks and meeting dates, contact Jo Ann Pelz at
                                                              (530) 756-2315 or djpelz@gmail.com.
LIVE MUSIC AND MORE…
1st and 3rd Fridays from 2:15-4:00 pm                         DAVIS GENEALOGY CLUB
This is a great opportunity to listen to our volunteer        3rd Tuesday at 1:00 pm-General Meeting
band “Music from the Back Room.” Enjoy the live               This group assists and maintains the Senior Center’s
music, chat with friends, and meet or dance with UC           extensive Genealogy Library, as well as hosting
Davis student groups. This is a free drop-in activity.        monthly lectures and meetings. The library hours
                                                              are Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00-4:00 pm.
SING-ALONG                                                    Volunteers are available to assist you with your family
1st Wednesday from 4:20–5:45 pm
                                                              tree questions.
Do you like to sing? Meet monthly for a 1-hour “Sing-
along” led by local pianist, Nadja Garrod. The group          FRIDAY FILMS
sings to a wide array of tunes including folk songs and       Fridays at 12:15 pm
show tunes. No experience needed. Just bring your
                                                              From old favorites to new releases, come watch
voice and a desire to have fun. Lyrics are projected on
                                                              great movies for free!
a large screen.

UKULELE                                                       MAC USERS GROUP
18 years and up, Senior Center                                2nd Tuesday at 6:30 pm
                                                              The Mac Users discussion group can assist you with
Learn to play this fun instrument in a relaxed setting.
                                                              learning about the latest technology and gaining
Class will teach strumming, chord formation and
                                                              advice from others in the community.
simple songs. Beginning and Advanced Beginning
sessions available. Classes resume in October. Call the
Senior Center at (530) 757-5696 for dates and times.
                                                              PING PONG
                                                              Tuesday/Thursday from 12:00-1:00 pm
ZUMBA                                                         Ping Pong is played on meeting tables, and is
18 years and up, Senior Center                                a drop-in activity. Casual and lots of fun!
Zumba will get your hips and feet moving through
a combination of dance steps such as merengue,
reggae tone and salsa. Zumba also incorporates
fitness exercises such as bicep curls and knee lifts.
121000 09    9/6-9/27     F       12:30-1:15 pm     $22
121000 10    10/4-10/25   F       12:30-1:15 pm     $22
121000 11    11/1-11/22   F       12:30-1:15 pm     $22
121000 12    12/6-12/20 F         12:30-1:15 pm         $17
121000 01    1/3-1/31     F       12:30-1:15 pm     $28

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PROGRAMS                                                     SATURDAY CLUB RESPITE
                                                                  2nd and 4th Saturdays, 10:00 am–3:00 pm
                                                                  (1st and 3rd Saturdays, November-December)
     AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
                                                                  In partnership with Citizens Who Care, this program
     Designed for motorists ages 50 years or better. The
                                                                  provides caregivers a five-hour break while also
     course provides a chance to refresh the “rules of the
                                                                  providing a healthy lunch and stimulating activities
     road,” in addition to providing tips on how to handle
                                                                  for the program participants. For more information,
     adverse driving conditions, traffic hazards and learning
                                                                  please call Citizens Who Care at (530) 758-3704.
     the effects of aging and medications on your driving
     abilities. The course is offered in two 4-hour sessions,
     and attendance is required on both days in order to
     receive a DMV certificate which may provide a 3-year
                                                                  SPECIAL EVENTS
     deduction in your auto insurance premiums. The class fee     JEWELRY SALE
     is $15 or $20 payable to AARP. Advanced registration is      Friday, September 6, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
     required. A one-day refresher course is also available for   Saturday, September 7, 9:00 am-1:00 pm
     those who have completed the initial course within the
     past three years. Please contact the Senior Center office    Don’t miss this “jewel” of a sale! Check out the
     at (530) 757-5696 for dates and times.                       wonderful selection of pre-owned necklaces, bracelets,
                                                                  rings and more. If you have jewelry you would like to
     CONNECTIONS CAFÉ                                             donate, please bring it to the Davis Senior Center. All
     1st and 3rd Mondays, 6:00–8:00pm                             proceeds from the jewelry sale support programs and
                                                                  services at the Davis Senior Center.
     Receive one-on-one tutoring, meet new friends or
     try iPads, smart phones, e-readers and netbooks.             HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
                                                                  Saturday, November 2, 9:00 am-2:00 pm
     DAVIS TRAVELAIRES
     Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays,                          This event includes over 26 local crafters selling
     10:00 am to 2:00 pm                                          items such as woodcrafts, jewelry, ceramics, knitting,
                                                                  paintings and much more. Admission is free. Contact
     Davis Travelaires is a non-profit travel organization        the Davis Senior Center at (530) 757-5696 for more
     that provides local, national and international travel       information or to sign up as a vendor.
     opportunities for mature adults. For more information call
     (530) 753-4159 or go online www.davistravelaires.org.        AUTUMN BBQ
                                                                  Tuesday, October 8, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
     MEMOIRS
     50 years and up, Senior Center                               Join us for live music and a fresh grilled burger to
                                                                  celebrate fall with Firefighters Union Local 3494.
     Start a permanent record of the most memorable
                                                                  100000 11		               $11
     moments of your life. Group members will learn the
     how-to’s of selecting, organizing, writing and editing       THANKSGIVING WITH FRIENDS
     their treasured memoirs into a collection of the times       Tuesday, November 19, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
     of their lives.
                                                                  This annual luncheon is a great excuse to eat pumpkin
     130020 09     9/13-11/15   F         9:30-11:30 am    $42
                                                                  pie and enjoy the connection and community of dining
     130020 01     1/3-3/6      F         9:30-11:30 am    $42
                                                                  with friends. Entertainment provided.
     TECHNOLOGY TUTORING                                          100000 22		               $11

     Receive free personalized computer instruction               HOLIDAY DINNER
     conducted by volunteers. Whether you wish to set up          Tuesday, December 10, 5:30-7:00 pm
     an e-mail account, learn to surf the Web, or simply
     perfect your ability to generate documents, our              Tis’ the season! This evening special event includes a
     computer tutors can help. Call (530) 757-5696 for            live singing performance by the Davis High Madrigal
     appointment dates and times.                                 Singers and a buffet dinner.
                                                                  100000 31 		              $20

26   Adults 50+ | Fall/Winter 2019-2020
GAMES                                                       WATERCOLOR PAINTING LESSONS
                                                            18 years and up, Senior Center
MAH-JONGG                                                   In this studio class, participants will paint, experiment
Mondays at 12:00 pm                                         with color, explore the nature of pigments and
                                                            water and apply skills to creating art. Classes
DUPLICATE BRIDGE                                            include demonstrations, discussion of color theory,
Mondays at 12:15 pm                                         composition, critique and some lecture with art history.
                                                            The Novice workshop will explain watercolor basics
SOCIAL BRIDGE                                               including terminology, brush features, paper types and
Mondays at 6:00 pm                                          paint specifics. Students who take the Novice workshop
                                                            may then enroll in Beginning Watercolor. Each six-week
BINGO                                                       session builds on the learning from the previous session
Thursdays at 12:30 pm                                       and students may repeat the same class multiple
                                                            times. Students who sign up for the November session
Hosted by Davis Sunset Rotary.
                                                            should have some experience with watercolor. In the
Light refreshments are included.
                                                            intermediate lessons, applying elements of design,
                                                            exploring new tools and subjects will be covered.
CREATIVE ARTS                                               Intermediate students should know the nature of
                                                            watercolor, basic techniques and have some familiarity
HEM & HAW                                                   with composition. No class on 11/27.
                                                            NOVICE
Wednesdays, 1:00–3:00pm                                     130100 01      1/8           W      10:00 am-3:00 pm     $62
Calling all knitters, sewers and crocheters                 BEGINNING
                                                            130110 09      9/11-10/16    W      10:00 am-12:00 pm    $82
to this welcoming social group.
                                                            130110 11      11/6-12/18    W      10:00 am-12:00 pm    $82
                                                            130110 01      1/15-2/19     W      10:00 am-12:00 pm    $82
KNIT NIGHT                                                  INTERMEDIATE
Mondays, 5:00–8:00 pm                                       130120 09      9/11-10/16    W      1:00-3:00 pm         $82
Want an evening option to knit or crochet? Bring            130120 11      11/6-12/18    W      1:00-3:00 pm         $82
your knitting supplies and join this lively and diverse     130120 01      1/15-2/19     W      1:00-3:00 pm         $82
group. All ages and abilities welcome.

OPEN ART STUDIO                                             FITNESS
Mondays, 9:00 am–12:00 noon
                                                            STRENGTH AND FITNESS
Have you been looking for a quiet, comfortable place        18 years and up, Senior Center
to paint? The room is open and available; just bring
your own painting supplies.                                 Each class includes a warm-up, cardio, strength
                                                            training, floor work and a cool down. Led by a
PROJECT LINUS OF YOLO COUNTY                                certified personal trainer and functional movement
2nd Wednesday, 1:30 pm                                      specialist, students will increase core stability,
                                                            stamina, strength and balance using hand weights,
Project Linus provides blankets to seriously ill or
                                                            resistance bands and their own body weight.
traumatized children. For more information, contact
                                                            Exercises and pace of movements can be modified in
Diane McGee at dmmyolo@gmail.com
                                                            order to meet a variety of fitness needs.
or (530) 753-3436.
                                                            110100 09      9/3-9/26      TTh      4:00-5:00 pm       $50
                                                            110100 10      10/1-10/31    TTh      4:00-5:00 pm       $63
WATERCOLOR GROUP
                                                            110100 11      11/5-11/26    TTh      4:00-5:00 pm       $44
Fridays, 9:30-11:00 am
                                                            110100 12      12/3-12/19    TTh      4:00-5:00 pm       $38
This class includes rotating volunteer instructors each     110100 01      1/2-1/30      TTh      4:00-5:00 pm       $57
month to assist and challenge you to new levels. Although
instruction begins at 9:30 am, students are encouraged
to arrive at 9 am for set-up and announcements.
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EXPLORING BODY, BREATH                                      PILATES
     & MIND WITH EASE                                            18 years and up, Senior Center
     18 years and up, Senior Center                              This class introduces careful movement control with
     This class aims to improve balance, increase range          relaxed concentration, body alignment, position flow and
     of movement and prevent injury with awareness               breathing. Each class includes mat and floor activities, a
     and examination of individual muscles for improved          gentle warm-up, flexibility exercises and a warm-down.
     function. Each two-hour session will alternate              Set to relaxing music, the peaceful flow of movements
     between upper and lower bodywork. One week the              aims for steady progress, leaving you energized.
     focus will be to strengthen and align the fingers,          113000 09     9/3-9/26     TTh      2:30-3:30 pm        $50
     hands, wrists, shoulders, neck and head. Meditation         113000 10     10/1-10/31   TTh      2:30-3:30 pm        $63
     will also be included. The next week students will          113000 11     11/5-11/26   TTh      2:30-3:30 pm        $44
     move feet, ankles, legs, hips and core to stretch and       113000 12     12/3-12/19   TTh      2:30-3:30 pm        $38
     stabilize the lower body with breath. Students will         113000 01     1/2-1/30     TTh      2:30-3:30 pm        $57
     learn a deeper understanding of the mind/body
     connection and sustained yoga asanas.                       DYNA-BANDS®
     116010 09        9/3-9/24     T     8:00-10:00 am    $50    18 years and up, Senior Center
     116010 10        10/1-10/29   T     8:00-10:00 am    $63    Use resistance bands to increase your flexibility
     116010 11        11/5-11/26   T     8:00-10:00 am    $50    and strengthen muscle tone in a fun, supportive
     16010 12         12/3-12/17   T     8:00-10:00 am    $38    environment. Exercises are done from a seated position.
                                                                 This is an ongoing class, and registration includes your
     FIT FOR LIFE                                                first resistance band. No classes on 11/11 and 1/20.
     18 years and up, Senior Center                              112000 09     9/4-9/30     MWF      2:00-3:00 pm        $42
     This class includes warm-up exercises performed             112000 10     10/2-10/30 MWF        2:00-3:00 pm        $46
     seated, standing and occasionally on the floor using        112000 11     11/1-11/27   MWF      2:00-3:00 pm        $39
     hand weights, ankle weights, balls and bands. It is         112000 12     12/2-12/23   MWF      2:00-3:00 pm        $35
     designed to build strength, increase flexibility, improve   112000 01     1/3-1/31     MWF      2:00-3:00 pm        $42
     balance and coordination, enhance your health and
     lighten your mood. No classes on 11/11 and 1/20.            AWARENESS THROUGH MOVEMENT®
     Fit for Life 1                                              18 years and up, Senior Center
     110010 09        9/4-9/30     MWF    7:45-8:45 am    $63    An ingenious method of movement exploration
     110010 10        10/2-10/30 MWF      7:45-8:45 am    $69    designed to improve posture and ease of movement,
     110010 11        11/1-11/25   MWF    7:45-8:45 am    $53    increase flexibility, relieve chronic pain and tension
     110010 12        12/2-12/20   MWF    7:45-8:45 am    $48    and provide a sense of relaxation and well-being.
     110010 01        1/6-1/31     MWF    7:45-8:45 am    $58    This class is structured for all abilities. The instructor
                                                                 is a guild certified Feldenkrais Awareness Through
     Fit for Life 2                                              Movement® Practitioner.
     110020 09        9/4-9/30     MWF    9:00-10:00 am   $63
     110020 10        10/2-10/30 MWF      9:00-10:00 am   $69
                                                                 New
                                                                 111000 09     9/10-9/24    T        11:30 am-12:30 pm   $19
     110020 11        11/1-11/25   MWF    9:00-10:00 am   $53
                                                                 111000 10     10/8-10/29 T          11:30 am-12:30 pm $25
     110020 12        12/2-12/20   MWF    9:00-10:00 am   $48
                                                                 111000 11     11/5-11/26   T        11:30 am-12:30 pm $25
     110020 01        1/6-1/31     MWF    9:00-10:00 am   $58
                                                                 111000 12     12/3-12/10   T        11:30 am-12:30 pm   $13
     Fit for Life 3                                              111000 01     1/21-1/28    T        11:30 am-12:30 pm   $13
     110030 09        9/4-9/30     MWF    3:15-4:15 pm    $63
     110030 10        10/2-10/30 MWF      3:15-4:15 pm    $69
                                                                 Continuing
                                                                 111010 09     9/10-9/24    T        10:15-11:15 am      $19
     110030 11        11/1-11/25   MWF    3:15-4:15 pm    $53
                                                                 111010 10     10/8-10/29 T          10:15-11:15 am      $25
     110030 12        12/2-12/20   MWF    3:15-4:15 pm    $48
                                                                 111010 11     11/5-11/26   T        10:15-11:15 am      $25
     110030 01        1/6-1/31     MWF    3:15-4:15 pm    $58
                                                                 111010 12     12/3-12/10   T        10:15-11:15 am      $13
                                                                 111010 01     1/21-1/28    T        10:15-11:15 am      $13

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BALANCE WITH TAI CHI
18 years and up, Senior Center                                 YOGA CLASSES
Practice balance using simple, slow Tai Chi                    CHAIR YOGA
movements. This 11-week class is appropriate for               18 years and up, Senior Center
people of any age or ability. The focus is aimed at
                                                               This is a perfect class for beginning yogis. It is an
improving balance, coordination and flexibility, and
                                                               opportunity to feel the body relax to your deepening
taught without long sequences of movements to
                                                               breath and to notice your body’s limitations, and safely
remember. No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed.
                                                               strengthen and stretch back towards balance, alignment
115040 09     9/10-11/21   TTh       2:15-3:15 pm      $138
                                                               and symmetry. Class is conducted while sitting on and
115040 01     1/7-3/19     TTh       2:15-3:15 pm      $138
                                                               standing next to a chair. Experience increased strength,
TAI CHI BASIC                                                  flexibility and balance. No classes on 11/11 and 1/20.
18 years and up, Senior Center                                 Beginning
Following a brief balancing practice the class is then         114010 09    9/5-9/26      Th       1:00-2:00 pm       $25

devoted to Tai Chi, a choreographed sequence of                114010 10    10/3-10/31    Th       1:00-2:00 pm       $32

movements coordinated with breathing, which is                 114010 11    11/7-11/21    Th       1:00-2:00 pm       $19
                                                               114010 12    12/5-12/19    Th       1:00-2:00 pm       $19
based upon Chi Gung principles. The principal goal is
                                                               114010 01    1/2-1/30      Th       1:00-2:00 pm       $32
to maintain and improve health, which may include
lowering blood pressure, improved balance, and relief          Intermediate
of muscle tension and reduced stress.                          114020 09    9/9-9/30      M        10:30-11:30 am     $25
115000 09     9/3-9/24     T         9:00-10:00 am      $25    114020 10    10/7-10/28 M           10:30-11:30 am     $25
115000 10     10/1-10/29   T         9:00-10:00 am      $32    114020 11    11/4-11/25    M        10:30-11:30 am     $19
115000 11     11/5-11/19   T         9:00-10:00 am      $19    114020 12    12/2-12/23    M        10:30-11:30 am     $25
115000 12     12/3-12/17   T         9:00-10:00 am      $19    114020 01    1/6-1/27      M        10:30-11:30 am     $19
115000 01     1/7-1/28     T         9:00-10:00 am      $25    114021 09    9/5-9/26      Th       10:30-11:30 am     $25
115010 09     9/5-9/26     Th        9:00-10:00 am      $25    114021 10    10/3-10/31    Th       10:30-11:30 am     $32
115010 10     10/3-10/31   Th        9:00-10:00 am      $32    114021 11    11/7-11/21    Th       10:30-11:30 am     $19
115010 11     11/7-11/21   Th        9:00-10:00 am      $19    114021 12    12/5-12/19    Th       10:30-11:30 am     $19
115010 12     12/5-12/19   Th        9:00-10:00 am      $19    114021 01    1/2-1/30      Th       10:30-11:30 am     $32
115010 01     1/9-1/30     Th        9:00-10:00 am      $25
                                                               THERAPEUTIC YOGA
TAI CHI CONTINUING                                             18 years and up, Senior Center
18 years and up, Senior Center
                                                               In this class you will work on loosening and
This class builds on the Tai Chi movements learned in the      strengthening your body with movement coordinated to
Tai Chi Basic class and adds more challenging postures.        your deepening breath. This is Hatha Yoga, which uses
Students will learn 28 movements of Tai Chi plus the           traditional standing poses to help with balance as well
classic Qi Gong practice of Eight Pieces of Brocade.           as floor postures and Pranayama (breathing exercises).
Participants should be proficient in the Tai Chi Basic class   Laughter and kindness are also included in each class to
and/or have prior experience in Yang Style Tai Chi.            ensure relaxation. No classes on 11/11 and 1/20.
115020 09     9/3-9/24     T         7:45-8:45 am       $25    114030 09    9/9-9/30      M        8:15-9:45 am       $38
115020 10     10/1-10/29   T         7:45-8:45 am       $32    114030 10    10/7-10/28 M           8:15-9:45 am       $38
115020 11     11/5-11/19   T         7:45-8:45 am       $19    114030 11    11/4-11/25    M        8:15-9:45 am       $29
115020 12     12/3-12/17   T         7:45-8:45 am       $19    114030 12    12/2-12/23    M        8:15-9:45 am       $38
115020 01     1/7-1/28     T         7:45-8:45 am       $25    114030 01    1/6-1/27      M        8:15-9:45 am       $29
115030 09     9/5-9/26     Th        7:45-8:45 am       $25    114040 09    9/5-9/26      Th       8:15-9:45 am       $38
115030 10     10/3-10/31   Th        7:45-8:45 am       $32    114040 10    10/3-10/31    Th       8:15-9:45 am       $47
115030 11     11/7-11/21   Th        7:45-8:45 am       $19    114040 11    11/7-11/21    Th       8:15-9:45 am       $29
115030 12     12/5-12/19   Th        7:45-8:45 am       $19    114040 12    12/5-12/19    Th       8:15-9:45 am       $29
115030 01     1/9-1/30     Th        7:45-8:45 am       $25    114040 01    1/2-1/30      Th       8:15-9:45 am       $47

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