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San Ramon 150 Iron Horse Trail Walk

Saturday, September 9 9:45am – 11:00am
Act# 105958 – Crow Canyon Trail Crossing
Act# 105957 – California High School Trail Entrance
Bring your family and join us on this enjoyable, fl at and paved 1.5 mile guided walk along the Iron Horse Trail. Learn about some of the history of San Ramon and what efforts are being made today to protect our open space. The Iron Horse trail cuts through the heart of the San Ramon and connects many San Ramon neighborhoods and businesses. The walk will begin from two diff erent locations and unite at San Ramon City Hall for a celebration of our 150-year anniversary. All participants are encouraged to stay and enjoy the celebration, which will include refreshments, kid’s activities, a historical exhibit, and speakers. Participants can walk back to the hike starting point at their own leisure. Strollers and pets on leash are welcome. Members of the Open Space Committee will be leading the walks to the San Ramon 150 celebration. The walks are free, however pre-registration is required.

San Ramon 150 Birthday Party

Saturday, September 9th, 11am to 2pm
San Ramon City Hall
Join us at City Hall on Saturday, September 9th, from 11:00am to 2:00pm as San Ramon residents come together to celebrate 150 years of community! The San Ramon 150 Birthday Party will feature birthday refreshments, party favors, historic displays, balloons and activities for the kids. Past and present City officials will present an intriguing panel discussion about how San Ramon became a city. Come to wish our community a big Happy Birthday while we celebrate San Ramon’s rich history, wonderful present and exciting future!

San Ramon 150 “Celebrate San Ramon” Lecture Series

San Ramon 150, an exciting, grassroots initiative to celebrate 150 years of community of the once village and now City of San Ramon, has organized an engaging series of speakers, who will bring to life important aspects of San Ramon’s past, present, and future. Please join us for these presentations, each one an informative tribute to our wonderful community. Free!

James Witt Dougherty and the Dougherty Valley: A Glimpse into the Past

Saturday, August 19, 2:00pm
Dougherty Station Library
Slip into a time machine, as pioneer reenactor Stan Wharton, dons his cowboy hat and brings San Ramon pioneer James Witt Dougherty to life. San Ramon historian, Beverly Lane, will also be on hand to set the stage for this exploration of San Ramon’s colorful past.

Ropin’, Wranglin’ & Ranchin’ Fun on the Farm

Saturday, August 26, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Forest Home Farm Historic Park
It wasn’t that long ago that the San Ramon Valley was known for orchards and ranching. Meet pioneer ranchers, and explore San Ramon’s agricultural past at this lively presentation. Note that this event will be held at Forest Home Farms Historic Park.

Stories of our Pioneer Families

Wednesday, September 6, 7:00pm
San Ramon Library
Panelists whose families founded San Ramon talk about the compelling stories of their ancestors. This will be a very personal take on San Ramon History. Speakers include Bill Harlan, Sandee Wiedemann, Claudia Nemir and Ginny Fereira.

The Founding of a City - How we succeeded at Incorporation and Why

Saturday, September 9, 12:15pm
San Ramon City Hall
How did San Ramon come to be City? Former Mayors Mary Lou Oliver, Diane Schinnerer, and Pat Boom, along with San Ramon Incorporation activists Joe Covello and Mike Wahlig talk about community support for the campaign which led to San Ramon’s incorporation in 1983.

New! Fall Family Fun Night

Friday, September 15, 5-7pm
Creekside Park - 1343 S. Wedgewood Rd.
All Ages - Free!
Have a family date night! Come out to a local park and enjoy plenty of free family fun including spike ball, corn hole, juggling lessons, crafts, parachute play and face painting. Stay cool while enjoying some lemonade and ice cream samples while they last.

Culture in the Community Celebration

Save the date!
Sunday, October 15, 2017, 12 - 5 pm
San Ramon Community Center at Central Park
All ages                Free admission

Throughout 2017, San Ramon celebrates 150 years of community as well as 150 years of rich cultures in our community. This exciting event will feature multicultural performances, music, art, activities, fashion, and food from around the world. Watch as the San Ramon Community Center comes alive with international performances, cultural booths, chalk art competition (weather permitting), children’s activities, passports and prizes. Venture into a global gastronomic experience at the food trucks, and take a staycation to the wonderfully diverse world in our own backyard. 

August 12th – Cow A Bunga!

Learn how important cows were to the farm while you practice your cow milking skills, and make butter to sample.

August 19th – Flowers & Bugs

Explore our organic garden and look for helpful bugs and pests- how many can you find? See how our garden is growing and sample some of our produce. Make a fun craft to take home.

August 26 – Ropin’, Wranglin’ and Ranchin’ - San Ramon 150

Learn the cowboy way as you make a cowboy hat, try your hand at roping, have some fun with old fashioned games. Meet descendants from San Ramon pioneer ranching families. Presented in partnership with the San Ramon 150 Committee.

August 26, 2017

San Ramon Library Foundation

Gala Fundraiser

A Jazz Affair

Showtime: 6:30pm
San Ramon Library

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Join the San Ramon Library Foundation and the City of San Ramon for a fundraising evening at the newly renovated San Ramon Library with an exclusive lineup of Jazz greats who will combine their talents for an evening of stellar entertainment. Doors Open at 6:30pm for an Event Reception to enjoy hors d'oeuvres, wine, and discovering creative ways to support the San Ramon Library. Enjoy World Class Jazz Entertainment, It's an Adult Affair, Not Recommended for Children. All funds raised will benefit library programs and collections.

August 26, 2017

Suburban Thunder Improv Company Presents:

Night at the Improv

"Audience Choice Show"

Showtime: 8:00pm
Front Row Theater

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Join Suburban Thunder Improv Company for spontaneous improvisational theater! All based on your suggestions, we'll create a one of a kind show just for you! In this special Audience Choice Show, you the audience pick the teams, their names and the games! And to top it all off, you the audience also choose which team wins each round!

Suitable for ages 14+

September 8, 2017

San Ramon Community Chorus Concert:

Andrew Lloyd Webber Concert

Showtime: 7:00pm
Front Row Theater

FREE

Enjoy music by Andrew Lloyd Webber from musicals such as Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Cats and more! Bring the whole family to a great night of music performed by The San Ramon Community Chorus and dancers. Admission is free but space is limited.

September 22-23, 2017

Jumpin' at the Sun dance Company:

Emotions into movement

Showtime: 7:30pm
Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center

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Jumpin' at the Sun Dance Company, named Best Dance Troupe by Diablo magazine, creates a diverse range of choreography paired with inspired music that will awaken your emotions and leave you entertained! Their upcoming fall performance, Emotions Into Movement, will be at Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center on September 22 & 23 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $22

Visit our website www.jumpinatthesun.org for more information and follow us on Facebook for sneak peeks and behind the scenes news.

fall Learn to Swim Program: San Ramon Swim and Sport

Benefits of San Ramon Swim and Sport

What is My Child's New Swim Level?

Questions or Registration: 925.973.3241 or www.SanRamonSwimSchool.com

Fall Recreation Swim

San Ramon Olympic Pool
August 19 – September 24
Saturday & Sunday - 1:00pm–4:00pm

Recreation Swim is available for anyone to enjoy the water in a safe environment. Various activities and amenities are available at the San Ramon Olympic Pool & Aquatic Park. Adults must accompany children 7 years old and younger. All patrons entering the facility must pay for Recreation Swim, even if they do not plan on swimming. Please review the pool rules at our website to assist in planning your visit to Recreation Swim.
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Instructor: Cal Diving Club
Dive deep with personalized diving lessons with Cal Diving Club. Designed for total beginners all the way to the most advanced divers, each participant safely advances at their own pace through individually tailored skills designed for advancement. Participants must pay a one-time membership fee to AAU prior to the first class at http://play.aausports.org and register as a new athlete. Prerequisite: Must be able to swim in the deep end of the pool.

Get Ready for Pre-School

Ages 2 - 3
14 Classes            $269(R/GO)/$337(N)
Dougherty Station Community Center
Mon 9/11 - 12/18             9:30am-11:30am              Act #105367
No Class 11/20

Letters and Sounds

Instructor: MICHELLE KEENAN
Explore the alphabet while having fun learning about each letter and its sound. In a gently structured environment we have hands-on play, engaging arts & crafts activities. We will use Zoo-phonics Multisensory Language Arts Program to include vocabulary development and articulation, based on phonics and phonemic awareness. Students receive activities to extend their learning at home each week. This class is a great accompaniment to Numbers and Shapes. Please note: Parent participation is required. No unpaid siblings allowed unless under age 1 and held/carried in a pack by parent.  A $25 supply fee for materials is payable to the instructor at the first class.

Ages 2 - 4
13 Classes            $139(R/GO)/$174(N)
San Ramon Community Center at Central Park
Fri 9/8 - 12/15    9:15am-10:00am              Act #105368
No Class 11/10; 11/24

Numbers and Shapes

Ages 2 - 4
13 Classes            $139(R/GO)/$174(N)
San Ramon Community Center at Central Park
Fri 9/8 - 12/15    10:45am-11:30am            Act #105369
No Class 11/10; 11/24

Kindermusik

Instructor: Kindermusik with Miss Lindsay & Friends, Inc.
Join your child on the musical adventure built to last a lifetime! In Kindermusik, you'll be part of a community that celebrates your child through singing, dancing, movement, and instrument play. Choose the class that is right for you, whether you're looking for a class for your baby, toddler, preschooler, or the whole family!
12 Classes            $240(R/GO)/$300(N)
San Ramon Community Center at Central Park
No Class 11/10; 11/24

Kindermusik Village: Feathers & Do-Si-Do
Ages 1 - 18 months
Fri 9/22 - 12/22  9:30am-10:15am              Act #105371
Kindermusik Wiggle & Grow: Colors & Shapes on the Farm
Ages 1 1/2 - 3 ½
Fri 9/22 - 12/22  10:30am-11:15am            Act #105372
Kindermusik Laugh & Learn for Families: Around the Farm
Ages 1 month - 5 years
Fri 9/22 - 12/22  11:30am-12:15pm            Act #105373

A great introduction to Polynesian performance! Singing, dancing & chanting! Combines 30 minutes of Hawaiin Hula with 30 minutes of Tahitiain dancing. Boys & girls both welcome.

Are you looking for something for your kids to do after school? San Ramon offers classes at all school locations right after school. Please select the school site you're interested in and see what is available.  Register today for a variety of classes!
After School Enrichment Fall 2017 - Register Now By Selecting Your School
Children who take after school programs over the course of their life time consistently improved test scores in school, have better than average social skills, and tend to participate in less mischievous activities. After School Enrichment programs have a proven benefit for your children, your family, and the community that we all live in.
Please select an elementary school to view available fall classes at your child’s school site.

• Bella Vista
• Bollinger Canyon
• Country Club
• Coyote Creek
• Golden View
• Hidden Hills
• Live Oak
• Montevideo
• Neil Armstrong
• Quail Run
• Twin Creeks
• Walt Disney
• After School Website

NEW! Chinese Bilingual After School Enrichment Program

This is an all year-round Chinese After-School enrichment program designed for students in elementary school. Our center opens daily immediately after school until 6:30pm. After a day of learning in school, students need to be in a place that provides them with a fun, creative and stimulating learning environment. Our professionally designed bilingual enrichment program is engaging and exciting across multiple subjects such as Chinese, English, Math, and Public Speaking. Students maximize learning through hands-on projects and activities such as games, art & crafts and interesting lab experiments. The goal of this program is to: - help students develop and extent their language skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills - learn the wonderful world of math through fun games and challenging activities that encourage deep thinking - embrace the art of learning with confidence and enthusiasm that will last them a lifetime. Please call Pinnacle Learning at (925) 208-1231, email info@pinnaclelearning.org or visit www.pinnaclelearning.org for questions. New Monday, Wednesday & Friday Option Available!

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NEW! Parent Night Out! Ninaneering Masters w/ LEGO Materials

Enjoy an evening out while your kids stay with us and master the world of Ninjago by becoming an a Ninjaneer! Tame the Ice Dragon, motorize your Blade Cycle, design the Dark Fortress, and hone your Spinjitzu battle skills! In this advanced camp, Ninjaneering masters will learn real world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture while exploring the fantasy world of Ninjago. Dinner will be provided.

San Ramon Community Center at Central Park     Friday 9/29    5:30-8:30pm Act#105606

NEW! After School Enrichment Classes at the San Ramon Community Center

Berkeley Chess Class - Tuesdays at 5:30pm
Scientific Cooking for Kids - Wednesdays at 4:30pm
Appreciating Writing - Thursdays at 5:15 and 6:30pm
Robotics using the LEGO® WeDo® System - Saturdays at 9:00am

PERFORMING & Visual ARTS

Learn the traditional dance of our 50th state, Hawaii! Get ready to Hula! Boys & girls both welcome.

NEW! Kathak Dance

Sports

This league has an emphasis on fundamental skill development with every player participating. Standings are not kept in this league because our emphasis is on the enjoyment of learning, not winning. Visit the Youth Leagues Information website for information on skills observations, practices, games and divisions.

Grades: 1-12, Boys & Girls Divisions
Practices Begin: Week of 12/4, Games: 1/13-3/3
League Fees: $170 (R/GO) / $213 (NR) – Includes Jersey

Youth Hoops Kindergarten League

Grade: K
Games/Practices: Sat 10/21 - 12/2 (No games 11/25)
Game Start Times: 8:00am-12:00pm
League Fee: $70(R/GO)/$88(N) – Includes Uniform
Act #105194

Continue your journey into the Japanese art of anime/manga taking your characters and stories to the next level. This class will focus on elements of graphic design, character and creature development, and expressive drawing through storyboarding, game development and more.

Enjoy the autumn foliage of Central Park and it's surroundings in a whole new way! Artists will learn how to see and capture different perspectives in a natural setting with each week covering a different area of the park. You'll have ample opportunity to sketch and draw outdoors in your notebook, which can be enhanced with watercolors, acrylics, oil pastels, etc. Then a portion of the class time will be indoors for critique and/or enhancing your landscape pictures and studies.

Why let the kids have all the fun? Learn the basics of musical theater or practice your musical theater skills. Improv games, singing, acting, and movement will all be covered.

This short 4 week class will help you get ready to make a speech or ace that interview!

The City Lights Volunteers play an integral role in making San Ramon a great place to live, work and play!  Without the support of the City Lights Volunteers, the Parks and Community Services would not be able to offer the volume of exceptional programs and events to the San Ramon community.  The department relies heavily on the volunteers, so please take a moment to become a volunteer and make a difference in your community! 

Forest Home Farms Historic Park Volunteers

We are looking for adults who love local history and being outdoors. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of San Ramon's only historic park as you help elementary school children learn about life on a farm. Volunteers lead a variety of hands-on activities in the areas of canning and food preservation, gardening and farm chores. No experience is necessary...we provide lots of training and support. Volunteers also enjoy social gatherings and field trips to other historic sites. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE!! Volunteer only two weekday mornings per month--or more. Register as a volunteer using the online form, sign up for the orientation or contact Suzy McCreary at (925) 973-3284 or smccreary@sanramon.ca.gov to schedule a time to visit the farm.

Senior Scholars

Do you have an interest in helping students, grades K-8, who are struggling in the classroom?  The Senior Scholars program is currently recruiting adults, ages 55+, to tutor these students and help make a difference in their lives.  The Senior Scholars tutors meet monthly to discuss the progress of the students, as well as review student applications that were submitted.  All students in the program must be performing below grade level and referred to the Senior Scholars program by a teacher or guidance counselor.  The tutoring schedule is based on the tutor’s schedule and is flexibly scheduled based on your availability.  A typical tutoring schedule is once per week for one hour.  All tutoring sessions must take place at the Alcosta Senior and Community Center prior to 5pm.  No teaching experience necessary – just an interest in helping a child succeed!  For more information or if you’re interested in joining the Senior Scholars, please contact Becky Adams at radams@sanramon.ca.gov or (925) 973-3273.

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To register online visit: www.SanRamonRecGuide.com

For questions and more information call: (925) 973-3200 or email parks@sanramon.ca.gov

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