CORTE MADERA
AND
LARKSPUR
RECREATION
BROCHURE
WINTER/SPRING 2014
Thank you to everyone who took part in our cover
contest! It was a very difficult decision. Our winner,
Genevieve Pfluger is on the cover and the 1st
runner up Bodhi Sellers below. Congratulations on a
job well done!
Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (415) 927-6746
Fax: (415) 927-6758
Rain Out Field Line: (415) 927-5035
Website: www.cityoflarkspur.org/recreation
Hours
Monday-Thursday
9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm
Closed Friday (Appointments may be made)
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Address
The Larkspur Recreation Department is located at 240
Doherty Drive in Larkspur. We are across the street
from the Central Marin Police Authority, and next to
Hall Middle School Gym.
Table of Contents
Recreation and Registration Information
Director’s Message
Social Media
Online Registration
Program Registration
How to Register
Program Cancellations/Modifications
Refunds
Page 1
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Cheerleading
Flag Football
Yoga
Golf
One Day Events
Youth Tennis
Bacich Classes
Taekwondo
Police Explorers
Tidalwaves
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Archery
iPad Project Workshop
Dance Classes
Babysitting Classes
“One” Spring Musical
Fashion Portfolio
Roller Skating
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Youth Programs
Teen Programs
Ice Skating
Movie Night
Dodgeball Night
Chess
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Tennis
Larkspur Library
Larkspur Larks
Aerobics
Larkspur Walkers
Community Garden
Rec Inc.
Guided Walking Tours
Basketball
iPad Basics for Adults
Ukulele Classes
Pysanky Eggs
Kent Klubhouse
Hall Lounge
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Page 11
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Mini Parks
Piper Park
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Road Construction
Heritage Trees
Tree and Bench Donations
City Meetings
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Adult Programs
Park Information
City Information
Director’s Message
Canine Commons Dog Park
The current location is going to be returned to passive wetland space and we
are moving the dog park to the south end of Piper Park. Additional public
meetings about the design of the proposed dog park will be in the near future.
Check the City website for additional information.
Recreation Information
Piper Park Playground
Piper Park playground has created a lot of happy memories over the last
20+ years for residents of Larkspur and beyond. However, over those same
20+ years, playground specifications and codes have changed and ongoing
maintenance needs are becoming more frequent and expensive. We want to get
your opinions and input in creating a brand new playground! Please look for announcements online
and at the playground. We hope to have a survey page up on the City website very shortly. If you can
provide a donation toward the purchase of various portions/amenities of the playground, or if you can
provide larger financial donations, we would appreciate hearing from you. Naming rights are always a
possibility.
Mini Parks Action Plan
We’re very happy to welcome our new Public Works / Engineering Director, Mary Grace Houlihan, to
Larkspur. Mary Grace is very excited to be working with us on a Mini Parks Action Plan. In the near
future, we’ll be meeting with several neighborhood groups, getting their input and working together to
make our neighborhood parks even better. It’s going to take lots of shared “elbow grease” and financial
contributions to make these local parks into their ideal configurations.
Volunteer Opportunities
In the spring, we’re going to be scheduling several beautification days in and around Piper Park. We
NEED your help! If you as an individual, or if you know of a service group that is willing to help us make
Larkspur even more beautiful, please keep your eyes peeled for service opportunities.
We’re looking very much forward to working with you on these exciting projects!
Very best regards,
Dick Whitley
Social Media
Larkspur Recreation has both Facebook and Twitter! Like us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter
for the most up to date information about programs, field closures, and events. You can find us at www.
facebook.com/LarkspurRecreation or www.twitter.com/LarkspurRec. Our newly developed teen
program uses facebook as well. Find our teens at www.facebook.com/LarkspurTeenProgram.
Mission
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Parks and
Recreation Commission
Park and Recreation
Department Staff
The City of Larkspur is committed
to providing the best possible service
Tom McNally, Chair
Dick Whitley, Director
to the community, preserving the
Bob Matteo, Vice-Chair
Shannon Clegg, Supervisor
City’s unique historic character, and
Jeanne Friedel • Jerry Hauser
Toni DeFrancis
maintaining its total environmental
Customer Service Representative
Sandy Blauvelt
balance.
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240 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
Online Registration
Program Registrations
Pre-Registration is required for all programs unless
otherwise listed. Drop in classes require payment to the
instructor before the start of class. Larkspur Recreation
cannot hold space in any class or activity unless you have
registered and paid. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY- All
programs have a minimum registration number and if we
don’t reach that pre-registration number we have to cancel
the class. Some programs may already be full. Please check
our website or call our office for program availability.
Program Cancellations/Modifications
Larkspur Recreation reserves the right to cancel
or modify a program due to low registrations
or other unforeseen circumstances. Registrants
will be notified by email if changes occur to their
programs.
Refunds
A request for a refund due to withdrawal from
a program must be made to the recreation
office a week prior to the start of the first class.
Refunds are subject to a $10.00 service charge. If
How to Register
a program is cancelled by Larkspur Recreation, a
Online at www.cityoflarkspur.org/recreation
full refund will be issued. Some programs such as
In Person at the Larkspur Recreation Department located Super Cool Summer School have separate refund
at 240 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939. Office hours policies.
are from 9:00am-1:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm MondayThursday, closed Friday Saturday and Sunday to the public. Program Instructors
We’re always on the lookout for instructors to
teach classes on new and exciting subjects. If
By Fax (415) 927-6758
you have a speciality you would like to share, we
By Mail Mail your registration form to 240 Doherty Drive, want to work with you to develop new programs.
Larkspur, CA 94939.
Contact Shannon Clegg at (415) 927-6746 for
more information.
Drop Box For your convenience, there is a secure drop box
to the left of our front door for after hours use.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Larkspur Recreation welcomes all individuals
By Phone (415) 927-6746 A current liability waiver must and families from our community to participate
be on file at the recreation department to register by phone. and enjoy our programs and facilities. If you or
Please have the class code number and your credit card your child require special assistance call (415)
ready before calling.
927-6746.
Method of Payment
NOTHING KILLS A PROGRAM QUICKER...
Registration Information
Larkspur Recreation has a convenient registration system that allows online registration. Program
participants can create their own personal registration account and expedite the registration process right
from home. If you have not already registered and created your own account, click on “create account” and
follow the prompts. Make sure you add your children to your household by clicking on “add members”.
Once you have your account you can register, look up past registrations and current registrations. Visit
our website to create your account at www.cityoflarkspur.org/recreation
Larkspur Recreation accepts Visa, MasterCard, cash and than everyone waiting until the last minute to register for
it. If you would like to participate in one of our classes
checks. There is a $20.00 charge for returned checks.
please REGISTER WELL IN ADVANCE of the start
date. At some point, we must determine if enrollment is
sufficient to hold the activity. By registering early you are
assisting us in providing the best service possible.
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Cheerleading
Youth Programs
Join us for 6 weeks of cheer and dance FUNdamentals.
Each day you will have the opportunity to learn the basic
fundamentals of cheerleading technique as well as rhythm
and dance. At the end of the 6 weeks you will show of
your new skills in your routines. The National Academy
of Athletics and City of Larkspur have combined forces
to offer you the best experience possible. The coaching
staff will strive to help you improve your cheerleading and
life skills no matter what level you are at. This is a cheer
program you don’t want to miss! Each day the participants
are asked to do their very best. The skills covered include
cheer and up-to-date dances and general cheers & chant for
rhythm and timing.
Air Attack Flag Football
Class Location:Piper Park No Class 4/15
Air Attack Flag football is 6 weeks of football fundamentals
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Ages
combined with daily and weekly competitions. Do you like
2029 Tue. 3/25-5/6 3:30pm-4:45pm
$79.00 7-12
playing football as much as watching games? Well, we have
a great program for you! We are proud to bring you AIR
ATTACK Flag football, which lets boys and girls, ages 7-12,
play non-contact flag football on teams. The games are always
fun and you’ll have lots of field-time during the non-stop
action. Plus, you get to sharpen your football skills, learn new
ones and – best of all – PLAY FOOTBALL!
Class Location: Piper Park. No class 4/15
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Ages
2030 Tue.
3/25-5/6 3:30pm-4:45pm
$79.00 7-13
Yoga for Girls
Golf
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Join the thousands of kids nationwide who are learning
and loving golf through TGA Premier Junior Golf! Our
national, award winning, 5 level program is specially
designed for children and builds upon the educational
concepts they are learning in the classroom, including
math and science. Fun comes first in every TGA class; our
curriculum also focuses on improving motor skills and
physical fitness as well as instilling self confidence and life
values through professional golf instruction. Students learn
the fundamentals, etiquette and rules of the game in the
comfortable environment of Hall Middle School campus
with a low 8:1 student to professional instructor ratio. Best
of all, we provide all the equipment and training materials
so children of all skill levels have the chance to come out
and tee it up with TGA!
Class Location: Piper Park
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Ages
2021 Tue. 2/25-4/1 3:45pm-4:45pm $154.00 5-12
2022 Tue. 4/22-5/27 3:45pm-4:45pm $154.00 5-12
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The pre-teen years are fraught with physical and emotional
changes, academic and social challenges, and media pressures
that can lead to anxiety, confusion, and frustration. Yoga is
a non-competitive physical and mental practice that teaches
techniques for relaxation and stress management; enhances
flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination; improves
body awareness, posture, and self esteem and encourages
self-expression. All of these benefits will empower girls to
navigate life’s challenges with greater ease while developing
a healthy body image. Jen Lanciault is both a Yoga Alliance
Certified Yoga Teacher (RYT500) and a certified children’s
yoga instructor. Customized to meet the needs of all ages and
abilities, her classes calm the mind, relax and strengthen the
body, and soothe the nerves. Through detailed alignment
instruction and intelligent sequencing, all parts of the body
are strengthened and stretched in a safe and balanced way. Her
style is primarily vinyasa flow, but she blends various teachings
from the Iyengar, Ashtanga, and Viniyoga styles.
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation
Drop ins welcome $15.00 per class
Code Day
2025 Thu.
2026 Thu.
Dates
Time
1/23-2/27 4:00pm-4:45pm
3/6-4/10 4:00pm-4:45pm
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Cost
$89.00
$89.00
Grades
2-8
2-8
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One Day Events
Basketball Game Day
Tennis Quickstart- 5-6 year olds
Children will enjoy the experience of hitting balls back and
forth in a safe environment. Emphasis is on passing, rolling,
tossing or throwing the ball. Students will learn how to rally
a ball over a low net using a red foam or red low compression
felt ball that moves slower, bounces lower and travels less
distance for immediate enjoyment of real tennis.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts No Class 4/16
Code Day
191
Wed.
192
Wed.
193
Wed.
Dates
Time
1/8-2/12 1:45pm-2:15pm
3/19-4/23 1:45pm-2:15pm
4/30-5/28 1:45pm-2:15pm
Cost
$65.00
$55.00
$55.00
Tennis Quickstart- 7-8 year olds
Ages
5-6
5-6
5-6
Emphasis for this class is on rally skills using both forehand
and backhand ground strokes. Students will be taught other
skills needed to play a complete game of tennis including
serves and returns of serve as well as learn simple tactics and
introduction to rules of tennis. Red low compression felt ball
will be used.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts
No Class 4/16
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Ages
194
Wed. 1/8-2/12 2:20pm-3:20pm
$125.00 7-8
195
Wed. 3/19-5/28 2:20pm-3:20pm
$205.00 7-8
Tennis Quickstart- 9-10 year olds
Youth Programs
Players have a blast playing game and competing in the
individual challenges. Awards are given for Free Throw
Champion, Dribble Knock Out Champion, Hot Spot
Game Day/Play Day
Champion and Thunder Champion. The focus of this clinic
The National Academy of Athletics promotes life skills
is to help the kids get fired up for the basketball season
development by providing an engaging and safe place for
ahead by helping them to learn some basic skills that they
young players to be active while developing their athletic and
can put into use right away.
sport specific skills while growing their self-esteem. Play is as
Class Location: Hall Middle School Gym
important to their physical and mental health as getting enough
Code Day
Date
Time
Cost Grades
sleep and eating right. Play relieves stress, and connects them
2039
Mon. 1/20
9:00am-3:00pm $52.00
K-6
to others. Our PLAY program encourages kids to play using
simple activities, individual and team building challenges, “old
school” and “made up” games.
Class Location: Hall Middle School Gym
Code Day
Date
Time
Cost
Grades
2038
Tue.
2/18
9:00am-3:00pm
$52.00
K-6
Students will learn the basics of a rally by using forehand and
backhand ground strokes. Overhand serve will be introduced
and the return of a serve is emphasized as well as volley,
approach shot and overhead skill. Understanding singles
and doubles play, develop the tactics for different playing
situations, shot selection and court positioning. Orange low
compression felt balls will be used.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts
No Class 4/16
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Ages
196
Wed. 1/8-2/12 3:25pm-4:25pm
$125.00 9-10
197
Wed. 3/19-5/28 3:25pm-4:25pm
$205.00 9-10
Junior Tennis Beginners/Semi-Beginners
This class offers girls and boys age 11-14 the opportunity to
learn sound fundamentals of the game, including ground
strokes, serves, returns, net play techniques, basic strategy
and rules of tennis with the goal of preparing them to
eventually join the Junior Tennis Team.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts
No Class 3/17, 4/14, 5/26
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Ages
198
Mon. 3/10-6/2 4:00pm-5:00pm $205.00 11-14
USTA Junior Tennis Team
USTA Junior Tennis Team offers girls and boys the opportunity to play on
teams in local leagues that emphasize fun, fitness and friends! Teams have
the opportunity to advance to section, state and national championships.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts No Class 4/15, 4/16, 4/18
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Ages
199
Tue/Fri
1/7-2/14
4:00pm-5:00pm
$215.00
12-14
1000 Tue/Fri
3/18-5/30
4:00pm-5:00pm
$335.00
12-14
1001
Wed
3/19-5/28
4:30pm-5:30pm
$205.00
11-12
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Programs for Bacich Students
Bacich Classes
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Bacich Elementary has given Larkspur Recreation the opportunity to provide after school enrichment
classes for their students. These classes are not part of Bacich school. We ask if you have any questions
about classes, instructors or registration that you not ask the office staff. Please contact Larkspur
Recreation. Once you are registered in a class we will send you an email before the start of the class with the
room number. Please make sure you remind your child to go to the correct classroom after school.
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Checkmate Chess
Develop your critical thinking and problem-solving skills
while having fun! Learn how to move the various pieces
and basic and intermediate strategy of this fascinating
game. The class period generally consists of instruction and
supervised play. Competitive matches and tournaments
will take place near session’s end.
Class Location: Bacich Elementary
No Class 2/17, 3/17, 4/14, 4/28
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Grade
534 Mon. 1/27-5/12 2:20pm-3:15pm $204.00
1-2
535 Mon. 1/27-5/12 3:00pm-3:55pm $204.00
3-4
Drawing, Painting and Sculpting
Students will explore art basics in several media, including
watercolor, pencil, charcoal, and clay. Learn to draw
landscapes, portraiture, still life, and bring imagined
subjects to life. All levels of skill and experience welcome.
Class Location: Bacich Elementary
No Class 2/18, 2/19, 4/15, 4/16
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost Grade
536 Tue. 1/21-3/4
2:25pm-3:25pm $94.00
1-2
537 Tue. 3/11-4/22 2:25pm-3:25pm
$94.00
1-2
538 Tue. 4/29-5/27 2:25pm-3:25pm
$79.00
1-2
539 Wed. 1/22-3/5
12:30pm-2:00pm $124.00 3-4
540 Wed. 3/12-4/23 12:30pm-2:00pm $124.00 3-4
541 Wed. 5/7-5/28
12:30pm-2:00pm $83.00
3-4
Amazing Science
Classes are different each session! Join us for a wide variety
of kid-pleasing science topics, demos, hands-on projects
and experiments, including chemistry, physics, electronics,
geology, and biology! Slip into Slime, investigate Detective
Chemistry, explore the real science behind “20,000 Leagues
Beneath the Sea,” test your Pirate Skills, meet Carnivorous
Plants, and more! All experiments are kid safe and fully
supervised; all materials are included. Amazing Science has
over $10,000 in materials and equipment available to the
program! Please visit our website for more information on
classes! www.AMAZINGSCI.org
Class Location: Bacich Elementary
No Class 2/19, 4/16
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Grade
542 Wed. 1/22-3/26 12:15pm-1:30pm $230.00 1-2
543 Wed. 4/2-5/28 12:15pm-1:30pm $230.00 1-2
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Sew Much Fun
Sewing Sally is back from Indonesia and can’t wait to see
her old sewers and meet new ones. She has a variety of
projects- felt shapes, embroidery, Valentines, shamrocks
and spring specials, felt food complete with shopping bag.
New items include animal habitats -A bear in the forest
- Duck, frog and snake in the marsh -An alligator in the
Everglades - Tropical fish on the reef and A coyote in the
desert. Come and perfect your stitches. It’s always “sew
much fun” to make your very unique and creative project.
Sally Palmer has taught at Bacich for many years. She is
patient, a great story teller and her teaching methods work
like a charm. Please wash your hands before class. Avid
sewers please.
Class Location: Bacich Elementary
No Class 2/21, 4/18
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Grade
544 Fri. 1/24-4/25 1:10pm-2:10pm $200.00
K
545 Fri. 1/24-4/25 2:20pm-3:20pm $200.00
1-2
546 Fri. 1/24-4/25 3:00pm-4:00pm $200.00
3-4
Super Cool Summer School
Super Cool Summer School would like to say
thank you to the Kentfield School District and all
participants for joining us this summer! Without
you this camp would not be possible!
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ATA Taekwondo
Physical strength, self-empowerment, and self-confidence are
just a few of the benefits you’ll receive when you work out at
Wheaton’s ATA Black Belt Academy. Wheaton’s ATA has been
an active part of the community for over a decade. Instructor
Master Katie Wheaton is a 6th Degree Black Belt in Songahm
Taekwondo. Come in and see why Taekwondo is the most popular
martial art in the world today! Classes are ongoing on Monday
and Wednesday for ages 4-adult. New students are welcome to
join at any time. Registration is available online monthly. All
levels register under the same class number.
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation
Class
Ages/Belt
Time
Cost
Beginners
4-6
3:45-4:15pm $80.00/month
Jr. Beginners 7-15
4:15-4:45pm $80.00/month
Intermediate Camo-Purple Belt 4:45-5:30pm $80.00/month
Advanced
Blue-Red Belt
5:30-6:15pm $80.00/month
Black Belt Only
6:15-7:00pm $80.00/month
Teens/Adults All Belts (No Black) 7:00-7:45pm $80.00/month
About
Us
Established in 1975 and
located at Neil Cummins
Elementary School in Corte Madera,
California, Twin Cities Children’s Center
offers a wonderful childcare program
with a dedicated, well trained and creative
staff. We provide before and aftercare for
kindergarten through fourth grades, as
well as a very popular Pre-K program.
During the summer our center is also
home to an exciting summer camp
open to all children in our
county.
Tidalwaves Swim Team
Tidalwaves recreation swim team provides great fun
and fitness in a program that runs from early March
through the middle of July at the Redwood High School
Pool. Swimmers are placed in practice groups according
to swimming ability; they must demonstrate basic
proficiency in the freestyle stroke, be able to comfortably
swim 25 yards and not be afraid of deep water. Tryouts
will be held to ensure your child is ready for a swim
team experience. Participation requires parent volunteer
support in running the team behind the scenes, but all
practices are run by professional coaches.
Youth Programs
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Signup information for the new season will be available
online at www.gowaves.com. Head Coach Marie
McSweeney is also available to answer questions at
(415)453-9563.
Central Marin Police Authority Explorers-Join Explorer Post 400!
Sponsored in part by the Central Marin Police Authority and the Boy Scouts of America,
Post 400 provides weekly meetings that include training in arrest techniques, report writing,
scenarios to improve communication skills, and interviewing techniques. Explorers ride
along with officers, conduct traffic control, assist in various community activities, and build
rapport with officers at Central Marin Police Authority who were prior police explorers. For
males and females ages 14-21.
For more information contact Juvenile Officer Patty Monge at (415) 927-5150.
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Teen Programs
“ONE” Spring Musical
There is only one spot left in a world-renowned performing
arts college. As the director tries to decide which is the
most deserving, we see just how talented and special each
individual is, and just how badly they each want a chance.
Which one will he choose? Drama, comedy, choreography,
this production has something for everyone! Don’t miss
your chance to be a part of it! Registration required before
auditions. Auditions will be on Friday, March 21, 2014
from 3:30-5:00pm. Class Location: Hall Middle School
Gym No Class 4/16
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost Grade
2037 Wed. 3/26-6/11 2:00pm-3:30pm $197.00 5-8
“ONE” Spring Musical-FREE WORKSHOP
FREE!! Audition workshop for the Spring musical, “One.” Open
to all students grades 5-8. Actors will meet the director, receive
audition materials and go over some of the steps and lyrics for the
show. You do not need to be registered for the play to participate,
but space is limited. Email [email protected] with any
questions. Class Location: Hall Middle School Gym
Code
Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Grade
2041
Fri.
2/21
3:30pm-5:00pm
FREE
5-8
Archery
Learn Olympic-Style Archery from a highly ranked
shooter and the Director of “Cupids Gate Archery” in
San Francisco. Instructor Tony Ng will focus on shooting
form, stance, and safety. Archery is great exercise, utilizing
the largest collection of muscles in your back. Tony Ng is
seeking out hidden talents, trying to determine who has
what it takes to be the next junior state/national/world
champion at their age group. Tournament-grade equipment
is provided for each student to use. Class Location:
Synthetic Field at Hall Middle School
Code
Day
2031 Wed.
2032 Wed.
7
Dates
Time
2/5-3/26 2:00pm-3:30pm
4/23-6/11 2:00pm-3:30pm
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Cost
$458.00
$458.00
iPad Project Workshop
It’s time to get creative! This six week workshop is great for
all skill levels and ages. Participants will learn how to create
their own comic books, record original songs, build their
own websites, and author original eBooks using a variety of
the latest apps. Personal iPads are welcome, but hardware
will be provided for anyone who needs it. Class Location:
Larkspur Recreation Instructor: James Fester
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost Grade
2040 Tue.
3/4-4/8 4:00pm-5:00pm $175.00 5-8
Babysitting Class
Babysitting is an important job. You need life and safety
skills to take care of and protect children. In the American
Red Cross Babysitter’s Training course, you will learn
basic care giving, how to make good decisions, accident
prevention and age appropriate play. The course is fun and
fast-paced with hands-on activities, exciting videos and
lively discussions. You’ll learn to be the best babysitter on
the block. Plus, you’ll gain the confidence to make smart
decisions and stay safe in any babysitting situation. Impress
parents by earning your Babysitter’s Training certificate!
Please bring a pen/pencil, note paper, and lunch to class.
Course fee includes Babysitter’s handbook and certificate.
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation
Code
2023
Day
Sat.
Dates
1/25
Time
Cost
10:00am-2:30pm $95.00
Grade
5-8
Beginning Bollywood and Zumba!
Explore your Bombay dreams and get up and get moving
with this new mixed dance class! Explore two different
types of dance that both take steps from their respective folk
and hip hop styles. Miss Ena has 14 years of professional
experience in Kathak and 11 years of Jazz and Tap. She
is the director of Elite Naach Academy-Live to Dance!,
a studio offering classes in Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip-Hop,
Bollywood, Zumba and more! For more information, visit
www.dancewithena.com or email enakshivyas.dance@
gmail.com
Class Location: Hall Middle School Stage
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost Grade
2024 Thu. 1/23-2/27 3:30pm-4:15pm $105.00 5-8
Grade
5-8
5-8
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Teen Programs
Checkmate Chess
Develop your critical thinking and problem-solving skills
while having fun! Learn how to move various pieces,
basic and intermediate strategy of this fascinating game.
Competitive matches and tournaments will take place near
session’s end. Class Location: Larkspur Recreation
No Class 4/16
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Grade
2027 Wed. 1/29-3/5 2:00pm-3:00pm $99.00
5-8
2028 Wed. 3/12-4/23 2:00pm-3:00pm $99.00
5-8
Check Out Page 3 & 4 for
Tennis, Golf and Yoga classes for
Teens!
Fashion Portfolio
Brought to you by Marin Fashion Camps. Spend
the day learning how to draw beautiful fashion
illustrations and create your own wonderful portfolio.
Each class includes fabulous supplies, fabrics and
magazines for creating exciting collages. During the
workshop, you will learn cool new and simplified
techniques for drawing fashion croquis, rendering
hair, hands, feet, and fabrics. Fashion Portfolio is taught by
Western Bonime, instructor at the Academy of Art University
in SF. She has been a fashion designer and illustrator for more
than 20 years, attended Parson’s School of Design and has
taught fashion all over the world.
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation
Code Day Date
Time
Cost
Grade
2020 Sat. 5/17 10:00pm-4:00pm $120.00
6-9
Teen Programs
Larkspur Recreation has planned a variety of trips and programs for the teen population. We have
classes, one day events, overnights with future events planned for all incoming 5th-12th graders. We would
like to continue serving the teen population and encourage feedback or suggestions from both parents and
participants. Contact Shannon Clegg at 415-927-6746 or [email protected] for more information.
To register you can visit our website at www.cityoflarkspur.org/recreation. For the most current
information “like” us on facebook at www.facebook.com/LarkspurTeenProgram
Friday Night Fun!
Ice Skating
Strap on your skates and get ready to hit the ice. We’ll depart
from the Larkspur Recreation at 5:30pm. After a brief stop
for some food we’ll head to Snoopy’s Ice Home for a couple
hours on the ice. Our anticipated return time is no later
than 11:00pm. (Skating hours are 8:30pm-10:00pm) Class
Location: Larkspur Recreation
Code Day
Date
Time
Cost
Grade
2033 Fri.
1/10 5:30pm-11:00pm $25.00
5-8
Roller Skating
We’ll depart from the Larkspur Recreation office at 5:00pm,
grab a quick dinner along the way and then spend the
rest of our evening at Cal Skate in Rohnert Park. Pick up
at the office will be no later than 10:30pm. Price includes
transportation, pizza dinner, skating fees, and supervision.
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation
Code Day
Date
Time
Cost
Grade
2034
Fri.
2/7 5:00pm-10:30pm
$25.00
5-8
LARKSPUR RECREATION
Dodgeball Night
Come down to the Hall Middle School Gym, play a game of
Dodgeball, eat a pizza dinner and watch Dodgeball the movie.
This is the perfect Friday night hangout for 5th-8th graders.
Class Location: Hall Middle School Gym
Code Day
Date
Time
Cost
Grades
2035
Fri
3/14 5:00pm-10:00pm $25.00
5-8
Movie Night
Come see the Hall gym transform in to a movie theater! Join
us for dinner, sweet treats, fun with friends, a great movie
and more! The movie will be decided closer to the date of the
event. Call the recreation office for more details.
Class Location: Hall Middle School Gym
Code Day
Date
Time
Cost
Grade
2036 Fri.
4/4
5:30pm-9:00pm $25.00
5-8
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Tennis Classes
Adult Programs
Beginners (2.0/2.5)
Introductory class for players with little or no tennis
experience. Emphasis is on proper technique, basic strategy,
getting to serve and return serves for immediate game
enjoyment. Different sets of shots will be presented each
week with review as well. By the end of the session student
will be able to play singles and doubles games in a social
context.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts
No Class 4/16
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Age
180 Tue. 1/14-2/4 10:30am-12:00am $93.00 Adult
181 Tue. 3/4-5/27 10:30am-12:00am $269.00 Adult
Intermediate (2.5/3.0)
For players with moderate tennis experience or who have
not played in a long time and wish to get back into the
game. Emphasis is on proper technique, basic strategy,
getting to serve and return serves for immediate game
enjoyment. Different sets of shots will be presented each
week with review as well. By the end of the session student
will be able to play singles and doubles games in a social
context and early competitive level.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts
No Class 4/14, 5/26
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Age
182 Mon. 1/13-2/10 10:30am-12:00pm $93.00 Adult
183 Mon. 3/3-6/2
10:30am-12:00pm $269.00 Adult
Intermediate (3.0/3.5)
Intermediate (3.0+/3.5)
For the player with competitive experience working on
consistency, consolidating fundamentals and strategy.
A different topic will be covered each week, including
technique adjustments, shot selection and effective patterns
for social or early competitive context. Last half-hour is
singles and/or doubles match play.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts
No Class 4/14, 4/16, 5/26
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Age
184 Mon. 1/13-2/10 9:00am-10:30am $93.00 Adult
185 Mon. 3/3-6/2
9:00am-10:30am $269.00 Adult
188 Wed. 1/15-2/5 9:00am-10:30am $93.00 Adult
189 Wed. 3/5-5/28 9:00am-10:30am $269.00 Adult
Intermediate/Advanced (3.5+/4.0)
Designed for the regular competitive player looking for
technical pointers, more advanced drills and practice games
in a social yet competitive environment. Students will be
challenged with different patterns each week, specialty
shots, taught creativity and encouraged to fine tune their
style according to skills.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts
No Class 4/14
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Age
190
Wed. 4/2-5/28 5:00pm-6:30pm $181.00 Adult
Drop-In Tennis Classes are
available for $27.00 per class
For the player with competitive experience working on
consistency, consolidating fundamentals and strategy.
A different topic will be covered each week, including
technique adjustments, shot selection and effective patterns
for social or early competitive context. Last half-hour is
singles and/or doubles match play.
Class Location: Piper Park Tennis Courts
No Class 4/14, 4/16, 5/26
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Age
186 Wed. 1/15-2/5 10:30am-12:00pm $93.00
Adult
187 Wed. 3/5-5/28 10:30am-12:00pm $269.00 Adult
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Monday and Tuesday
10:00am-9:00pm
Wednesday and Thursday
Larkspur Library Hours:
10:00am-7:00pm
Friday and Saturday
10:00am-5:00pm
Closed Sunday
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240 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
Larkspur Walkers
The Larkspur Walkers in Baltimore Canyon-Robert Shores
Larkspur Larks
The Larkspur Larks is open to community members who
are 55 and older. This is a great opportunity to bring your
own lunch and eat with new and old friends and enjoy the
resources of our community and Bay Area. Special guest
programs are periodically planned. We meet on the 1st
and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 11:30am-1:00pm at
Larkspur Recreation in the Community Room. For more
information or to be included on our mailing list for the
Larks Newsletter call the Larkspur Recreation Department
at (415) 927-6746.
Membership fee is $10.00per year
For Fitness’ Sake- Low-Impact Aerobics
Fitness is a gift that only you can give yourself. Make
scheduling time for fitness a priority. Study after study
concludes that regular, moderate exercise is beneficial for
optimal health. This proven program has been offered in
Marin since 1985. In our non-competitive, supportive
atmosphere, we welcome you at your current fitness level,
whatever that is. This is a professional, complete program
from warm-up, aerobic and toning, through stretch and
relaxation. For questions or to register, call Cindy Leroux at
(415) 454-6801. Register for these classes directly with the
instructor. Class Location: Hall Middle School PE Portable
Days
Dates
Time
Cost
Mon/Wed/Fri Ongoing 5:30pm-6:35pm $40.00/8 classes
$50.00/12 classes
$60.00/month
$6.00/Drop-in
Blood Drive
January 19, 2014 and March 16, 2014
8:00am-12:00pm
St. Patrick’s Hall
Magnolia Ave. at King Street in downtown Larkspur
WALK-INS WELCOME!
For more information call (415) 308-6982
Larkspur Community Garden
The Larkspur Community Garden has been in Piper Park since
1982. We work together to learn about mulching, watering,
other gardeners’ techniques, sharing harvests, and building
community in an ongoing year -round opportunity. We
participate in community garden projects, which keep our
garden looking nice. We share good old garden know-how and
receive recreation and therapeutic hands-in-the-soil benefits. To
sign up for the waiting list call (415) 927-6746.
Adult Programs
The Larkspur Walkers would like to invite you to join them on
one of their morning walks. Walks start and finish at Piper Park.
You have probably seen us walking along the bike paths, trails,
and climbing the easement staircases around Larkspur. On the
first Wednesday of each month we carpool from Piper Park to
take a walk at a location within the county or in San Francisco.
Walks are held every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
from 9:00am-10:00am. Come and walk with us, and decide if
this is a fitness program that meets your needs.
Location: Meet at Piper Park
$20.00 yearly membership is good until June 2014.
Larkspur Community Garden- D Van Derveer
Rec Inc.- For Adults with Special Needs
Rec Inc. offers a variety of programs at Larkspur Recreation for people with special needs. Programs vary
from art classes, healthy eating, 3rd Friday dances, wiffleball, movie nights, basketball, world beat, and Lions
Club. Rec Inc. always welcomes new participants, for more information about one of the programs visit the
website at www.recinc.org. Questions? Email [email protected] or call (415) 453-4847.
LARKSPUR RECREATION
WWW.CITYOFLARKSPUR.ORG/RECREATION
240 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
(415) 927-6746
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Adult Programs
Beginning Ukulele
Find out why the ukulele is so popular. Learn to play this
magical instrument. With just a few easy chords you will be
strumming and singing in no time. We will learn old folk
standards and some classic rock songs. The emphasis will be
on having fun making music. Instructor Amy Friedricks is a
multi-instrumentalist and educator. She teaches ukulele and
guitar privately, runs the Hall Ukulele Club and leads the
community Marin Uke Club.
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation No Class 2/17, 5/26
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Age
324
Mon. 1/27-3/10 7:00pm-7:50pm $125.00 Adult
325
Mon. 4/21-6/2 7:00pm-7:50pm $125.00 Adult
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Ukulele
This class is for ukulele players who can already play a
handful of basic chords in a relatively steady rhythm. We
will be learning new songs, more complex chords, different
strums and some cool easy licks to take your playing to the
next level. Repertoire will mostly be taken from rock and
folk songs from the 60s and 70s. Different songs will be
taught each session. Instructor Amy Friedricks is a multiinstrumentalist and educator. She teaches ukulele and
guitar privately, runs the Hall Ukulele Club and leads the
community Marin Uke Club.
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation No Class 2/17
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Age
326
Mon. 1/27-3/10 8:00pm-8:50pm $125.00 Adult
Open Gym Basketball
Come down to the Hall Middle School Gym on Sundays
for open gym basketball. This program is open to adults 18
years and older. Pay at the door.
Class Location: Hall Middle School Gym
Day
Dates
Time
Cost Age
Sun.
Ongoing 8:00am-10:00am $3.00 Adult
iPad Basics for Adults
New to the iPad or want to learn more about iOS devices?
This class will teach you how to navigate all sorts of helpful
features. You’ll be able to adjust your settings, connect to
your e-mail, use Safari internet explorer, and even the basics
of social networking. A great class for parents interested in
learning more about what their kids are up to or for firsttime users! You can bring your own iPad or borrow one
during class, it’s up to you!
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation
Code Day
Dates
Time
Cost
Age
328
Thu. 1/23-3/6 4:00pm-5:00pm $175.00 Adult
Larkspur Past and Present Guided Walks
Remillard Brick Kiln, Larkspur’s Statue of Liberty Remillard Park
When: Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at 9:00 AM.
Where: Meet at the south end of Marin Country Mart near Bed Bath & Beyond
Guide: Helen Heitkamp
In the 1890s a small cluster of houses surround the brick kiln and supplied bricks to build
San Francisco
Old Homes On South Magnolia Avenue
When: Tuesday, April 29, 2014, at 9:00 AM.
Where: Meet at Marin Primary School
Guide: Helen Heitkamp
The homes along south Magnolia are a mixture of large and small homes that are a historic
patchwork of styles and periods that contribute to its Larkspur’s small town character.
Tubb Lake
When: Tuesday, May 27, 2014, at 9:00 AM.
Where: Meet at the south end of Marin Country Mart
Guide: Helen Heitkamp
In the 1890s the idyllic setting of Tubb Lake was created to capture the run-off
from the hill and supply water for washing bricks.
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LARKSPUR RECREATION
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240 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
(415) 927-6746
PYSANKY: Ukrainian Eggs
In this class, you’ll learn introductory techniques of how to
make a real egg into an intricate piece of folk art. Whether
you follow an established pattern (provided) or create your
own traditional or freeform design, you will find out about
the symbology of this unique art. Using a traditional kistka,
each student will have the opportunity to create at least one
egg using a wax-resist process with two or more colors of dye.
Think you can’t do this? Surprise yourself!
Class Location: Larkspur Recreation
Class Instructor: Dena Van Derveer
Code Day
Date
Time
Cost
Age
329
Tue.
4/15
6:45pm-9:45pm $35.00 13 & up
Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 10:00am
Grab your basket and come for the FREE fun and
games at our annual Egg Hunt in beautiful Piper Park
in Larkspur. The Egg Hunt will begin at 10:00am
sharp. Children will be sent to age-specific areas to
hunt for eggs and other goodies. You’ll have photo
opportunities with our bunny along with lots of fun
and games! For more information visit our website at
www.cityoflarkspur.org/recreation, call 415-927-6746
or email [email protected]. We look
forward to seeing you at the hunt!
Kent Klubhouse and The Lounge
The Kent Klubhouse located at Kent Middle School and The Lounge at Hall Middle School is an after school program
for 5th-8th graders. The program provides students a vibrant, exciting environment in which to do homework, socialize
and participate in indoor and outdoor activities. Students will start the afternoon with supervised homework time.
Staff members offer assistance and encouragement, but this program is not tutoring. The rest of the afternoon will offer
opportunities to play board games, sports, socialize, create arts and crafts and enjoy a variety of planned events. There will
be weekly movie days, contests, monthly theme parties and more! This program runs from the end of the school day until
6:00pm on all school days. We do not operate on school holidays.
Pricing:
5 Days A Week
1 year
$230.00 per month (online $2070.00 full year code 805)
5 months $240.00 per month (online $1200.00 full 5 months code 806)
1 month $260.00 per month (online code 807)
3 Days A Week
1 year
$210.00 per month (online $1890.00 full year code 808)
5 months $220.00 per month (online $1100.00 full 5 months code 809)
1 month $225.00 per month (online code 810)
Punch Card
For more flexibility we are offering a punch card. Each card has 5 punches (5
days) you may choose any day you would like to attend. Each punch card is
$90.00. Available to purchase online code 811.
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Mini Parks in Larkspur
Piper Park
Located At
Centennial Park
Picnic Tables
Park Information
Bon Air Landing Park
South Eliseo Drive (next to 557 S. Eliseo)
Fishing dock, sitting and picnic area greenbelt
Magnolia at Alexander Avenue
Picnic tables, tennis courts, benches, drinking
fountain, greenbelt, baseball fields.
250 Doherty Drive (behind police station)
Facilities are available to rent.
30 tables and 14 BBQ grills
$40.00 per table or $720.00 entire area
Doherty Park
Softball Fields
Between Lucky’s parking lot and Magnolia Avenue
Benches, historical marker, greenbelt
2 fields (price per field)
Adult: $45.00/hour Youth: $40.00/hour
Dolliver Park
Sand Volleyball Courts
Greenbrae School Park
Soccer Field
Magnolia Avenue at Madrone Avenue
Play equipment, restroom, picnic area
2 courts (price per court)
Adult: $45.00/hour Youth: $40.00/hour
Eliseo to Parkside Way
Tot lot, basketball court, greenbelt
1 grass field
Adult: $45.00/hour Youth: $40.00/hour
Hamilton Park
South Eliseo Drive (next to 1251 S. Eliseo)
Sitting and picnic area, greenbelt
Heatherwood Park
Synthetic Soccer Field
1 field
Adult: $70.00/hour Youth: $70.00/hour
Midway at Diane Lane
Play equipment, basketball hoop, picnic area, greenbelt
Canine Commons
Dog Park
Neighborhood Park
North side of Larkspur Landing Shopping Center
Greenbelt, picnic area.
Niven Park
Barry Way at Drakes Landing
Benches, picnic tables, play equipment, greenbelt
Remillard Park
East Sir Francis Drake Blvd.
Freshwater marsh, wildlife sanctuary, bay fishing from
levee.
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LARKSPUR RECREATION
Larkspur Canine Commons, located in Piper
Park, is the regular playground for local dogs
and their owners. This special area allows dogs
and dog owners to have an opportunity to enjoy
the company and interests of other people and
their pets. To utilize the Canine Commons,
dogs must display a current license, never be
left unattended, and females must not be “in
heat.” It is also recommended dogs are spayed
or neutered. Please remember to abide by the
City’s leash law and pick up after your pet. The
Canine Commons is on the move! Check the
website for additional information.
WWW.CITYOFLARKSPUR.ORG/RECREATION
240 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
(415) 927-6746
Road Construction Information
Tree & Bench Donations
The City of Larkspur gratefully accepts
donations of trees, park benches and/or
monetarty contributions for the city’s parks.
If this is of interest to you, please contact the
recreation department at (415) 927-6746 or
email [email protected].
Advertise Your Business!
This brochure goes to all households in Larkspur,
Greenbrae, and Corte Madera! For more
information and advertising rates, contact the
Larkspur Recreation Department at (415) 9276746
Heritage Trees
Part of the culture of living in Larkspur is the respect and
loving care we give our community’s historical heritage
trees. For this reason, Larkspur has long had a Heritage Tree
Ordinance. Permits are required to remove or significantly
prune a Heritage tree. View the Muncipal Code (section
12.16) on our website at www.cityoflarkspur.org for more
information about Heritage Trees.
City Meetings
Unless noted all meetings will be held at City Hall in the
Council Chambers 400 Magnolia Ave.
City Council: 1st and 3rd Wednesday 6:30pm
Library Board: 2nd Monday 6:15pm
Planning Commission: 2nd Tuesday 7:30pm
Heritage Preservation Board: 2nd Thursday 7:00pm
Parks & Recreation Commission: 3rd Thursday 7:30pm
Office Hours
City Council
Contact Information
Monday-Thursday
9:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-5:00pm
Closed Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Dan Hillmer, Mayor
Ann Morrison, Vice-Mayor
Larry Chu • Brad Marsh
Len Rifkind
City Hall Administration
(415) 927-5110
Fax: (415) 927-5022
Public Works
(415) 927-5017
www.cityoflarkspur.org
LARKSPUR RECREATION
City Information
Doherty Bridge Reconstruction: Construction on Doherty Bridge started on September 1st. Environmental
permits limit the construction period to September to January for this season. Between September and January
the road will remain open to traffic with periods of one way traffic Monday-Saturday during working hours.
There will be 2-3 three day closures of the bridge which will be coordinated to be over weekends. We will work
with the contractor to try and schedule these closures during school holiday weekends if possible. The City
will issue regular updates via the City website and at www.Larkspurbridges.com to keep the public apprised
of schedule impacts for road closure and pedestrian bicycle impacts. Weekly updates of the construction
progress can also be viewed on the website and you can subscribe to get updates.
WWW.CITYOFLARKSPUR.ORG/RECREATION
240 Doherty Drive Larkspur, CA 94939
(415) 927-6746
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Sure cure for the winter doldrums
– FLY-IT: INDOORS! –
Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013 • 11
AM
–5
PM
HALL MIDDLE SCHOOL GYM, 200 Doherty Dr., Larkspur
sponsored by the Bay Area Sport Kite League (BASKL) & Larkspur Recreation
— OVER 20 KITES TO TRY for FREE! —
…Single-string kites
…Multiple-string kites (2 & 4 strings)
…Glider kites
…Yo-yo kites & more!
KIDS: Have you taken or wanted to take the popular “FLY-IT” class
at Larkspur Rec’s Super Cool Summer School (SCSS)?
ADULTS: Do you want to know what your SCSS kids have been raving about?
This is a unique opportunity to try flying kites indoors – ALL FREE!
WATCH IT: HOW DO THEY DO THAT? U.S. Champion kite fliers, including
Super Cool Summer School “Fly-It” teacher John Gillespie and members
BASKL, will demonstrate how to fly kites indoors (no wind or fans).
TRY IT: GO FLY A KITE! Kites designed for indoor flying will be available for
you to try. Individual instructors will be available all day.
PLUS, we’re right next to Piper Park where you can fly your own outdoor kites,
too (weather permitting).
REMEMBER:
…Children 12 and under MUST be under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
…Please bring SHOES SUITABLE FOR THE GYMNASIUM FLOOR. If you want to fly kites indoors,
you will do a lot of walking backwards.
— LEARN MORE ABOUT KITING —
Bay Area Sport Kite League (BASKL) • www.baskl.org.
We are a diverse group of people who enjoy flying kites. We all have ages; we don’t reveal them.
American Kitefliers Association (AKA) • www.kite.org
Find out information about kiting in general. See a video of indoor kite flying on their home page.
Corte Madera Recreation
498 Tamalpais Drive
Corte Madera, Ca. 94925
To: Residential Customer
PRSRT STD
U.S. POSTAGE
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PERMIT #17
CORTE MADERA, CA
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Disaster planners tell us that one of the most important
things a family can do is plan ahead. The Get Ready program is a
two-hour household disaster training designed to instruct
Larkspur residents on how to be self-sufficient for 5-7 days
following moderate to large-scale disasters such as earthquakes,
wildfires, floods, landslides and power outages. Themes of the
program involve evacuation considerations, water and food
supplies, as well as communication, sanitation, and your
own personalized disaster plan.
What are you waiting for?
Visit www.getreadylarkspur.org for comprehensive information on
the program, including class scheduling and even online training.
• Get Ready to take care of your own family for a minimum of 72
hours.
• Get Ready with food and water and medications for
your entire family.
• Get Ready with a phone call to an out-of-area family
member or friend.
• Get Ready with practice drills with your children.
• Get Ready with supplies for your pets.
AN D Get Ready with two-hour courses offered through the
Disaster Preparedness Task Force — and you can even turn one of
these courses into a dessert social or pot-luck in your own home.
Just contact our program to secure a trainer, then invite your
neighbors.
In the event of a major disaster,
professional services may be
overwhelmed and unavailable
for long periods of time. The
widespread needs of the town will
depend on voluntary assistance.
With this in mind, the fire departments in Marin
County have adopted a citizen training program called
Community Emergency Response Training (CERT).
CERT is designed to provide hands-on training to become
self-sufficient for at least 72 hours following a disaster
such as an earthquake, flood, or a wild land fire. We
then encourage CERT trained volunteers to join their
neighborhood teams to assist their community.
Class 1: Introduction/Emergency
Preparedness/Disaster First Aid
Class 2: Search and Rescue
Fire Prevention/Suppression
CERT classes are offered every month except July and
December throughout Marin County. For a training session
near you, please contact Marin County CERT.
Registration Info:
415-485-3409
www.marincountycert.org
[email protected]
It’s not difficult. The training is simple . The training is free. Supplies
are available locally. sign up at www.getreadylarkspur.org or call
(415) 927-6724. Get Ready Now !
Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 10:00am
Grab your basket and come for the FREE fun and
games at our annual Egg Hunt in beautiful Piper Park in
Larkspur. The Egg Hunt will begin at 10:00am sharp.
Children will be sent to age-specific areas to hunt for
eggs and other goodies. You’ll have photo opportunities
with our bunny along with lots of fun and games! For
more information visit our website at www.cityoflarkspur.
org/recreation, call 415-927-6746 or email
[email protected]. We look forward to
seeing you at the hunt!