| Parks & Recreation eNewsletter – April 2012 Smart Tots Preschool Programs – Open House April 11th & 12th
San Carlos Smart Tot programs are hosting an Open House for families looking to begin a preschool program! Laureola Cottage Kids Pre-K open house will be held at Laureola Park, 503 Old County Road, on Wednesday, April 11th from 7:00-8:00pm. Bright Beginnings Preschool open house will be held at the Youth Center, located at 1001 Chestnut Street, on Thursday, April 12th from 7:00-8:00pm. Families will be able to meet teachers, visit the classrooms, and learn about the school-year curriculum. For more information, call the Parks & Recreation Office at 650-802-4382. Spring Recreation Classes begin soon!
We have added tons of new classes to our Activity Guide this session! New Tot classes include:
· Mo Music (Mon, Fri, Sat; Ages birth–4 years)
· Arista’s Jump Start Gymnastics (Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri; Ages walking-5 years)
· Mini Sports Start T-Ball League (Sun; Ages 3-5 years)
New Youth classes include:
· Fairy Camp (Sat; Ages 4-8 years)
· Making Movies for Kids (Tues; Ages 8-12 years)
· Kids Magic Class (Mon, Ages 6-12 years)
· Les Petit Chefs Academy (Mon & Thurs; Ages 5-12 years)
· Public Speaking & Debates (Thurs; Ages 8-14 years) New Adult classes (Ages 18+) include:
· Hula & Tahitian Dance (Mondays)
· Bollywood Aerobics (Wednesdays)
· Zumba! (Mondays) & Zumba Gold! (Thursdays)
· Body Blast Challenge (Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays)
· Run a Marathon (Wednesdays & Thursdays)
· American Sign Language (Thursdays)
· Microsoft Computer Classes (Thursdays) For complete listing of all recreation classes and camps offered for Spring & Summer 2012 - Click Here.
Swing Into Summer – Start Planning Summer Camps Now!
San Carlos Adventure Camps, Club Ed Camps, and Sports Camps are now open for registration. Start planning your child’s best summer before camps fill up! Campers will explore nature, meet new friends, learn a new skill, be creative, have fun, and more! No matter what your interests are, we have a camp for you! Click here to view our Youth Summer Camp Brochure. You can register 24/7 at www.RecConnect.net or by visiting the Parks & Recreation Office located at 600 Elm Street, 2nd Floor. For more information on any of our classes and camps, please call 650-802-4382. Volunteer Expo Saturday April 14th
Want to find out where you can get involved in your community and make a difference? San Carlos will be hosting a Volunteer Expo on Saturday, April 14th from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Adult Community Center, located at 601 Chestnut Street. Various organizations from the area will be on hand to answer questions and provide information on where you can volunteer in your community. For more information, contact Teagan Lazzarotti, Volunteer Programs Coordinator, at 650-802-4116. EmpowerFIT Boot Camp 6:30AM Class begins April 16th at Burton Park
EmpowerFIT’s team-oriented conditioning approach to fitness training is designed to inspire, encourage and challenge you to reach your health and fitness goals. In addition to helping you strengthen, tone, and increase your cardio fitness, our boot camp workouts are designed to build your confidence and boost your well-being - no matter what your age or fitness level. We offer a variety of membership options. San Carlos EmpowerFIT Boot Camp class is currently offered daily from 5:30-6:30am. On Monday, April 16th, a 6:30-7:30am class will be offered as well (Mon, Tues, Wed, & Fri). To learn more about EmpowerFIT or to sign up visit www.EmpowerFIT.com! AARP Tax Assistance - Thursdays
AARP volunteers will once again be at the San Carlos Adult Community Center every Thursday through April 12, 2012 for preparation and electronic filing of Federal and California tax returns for low and moderate income taxpayers with special attention to people age 60 or older. This service is free and AARP membership is not required. Appointments are mandatory and may be made between the hours of 9am and 4pm by calling the Adult Community Center at 650-802-4384. Pedro Tournament at the Adult Community Center April 21st
Join the Adult Community Center for a delicious lunch at noon, followed by the Pedro Tournament which begins at 1pm sharp. You must be 18 years or older and know how to play. Space is limited and the tournament fills up! Register early by calling the Adult Community Center at 650-802-4384. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Adult Community Center. Battle of the Bands April 27th
On Friday, April 27th from 6:30-9:00pm the San Carlos Youth Advisory council in partnership with the San Carlos Youth Center will be hosting, “Battle of the Bands”! Battle of the Bands provides local high school bands an opportunity to showcase their talent on the stage in front of their peers. This will be a fun, safe and exciting night of the best of High School Bands the peninsula has to offer. Tickets will be sold for $7 at the door starting at 6:00pm. The event is open to 10-17 year olds. The San Carlos Youth Center is located at 1001 Chestnut Street, San Carlos in the heart of Burton Park. For more information or if you would like to submit a demo of your band please contact the San Carlos Youth Center at 650-802-4471. San Carlos Citywide Volunteer Day Saturday, April 28th
Join San Carlos and be part of the first Citywide Volunteer Day! Multiple opportunities will be available around San Carlos including Community Clean Ups at your local park, Tree Planting, Picnic Table Restoration, Child Safety Day, and many more! Opportunities will be from 9:00-11:00am and 1:00-3:00pm. To sign up for one of these opportunities, either attend the Volunteer Expo on April 14th, or call (650) 802-4116. Adult Community Center Happenings (650-802-4384)
- April 11 Day Trip to Thunder Valley
- April 10 & 12 AARP Driver Safety Course
- April 13 ACC Spring into the Season Luncheon
- April 17 Lecture: Memory and Aging
- April 27 Pancake Social
- April 29 Reno Peppermill Overnight Trip
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