Fall 2022 Enjoy!

Resident Registration: 

August 25 

Non-Resident Registration: 

September 1 

Enjoy 

Fall 2022 

Activity Guide

Enjoy 

General 

Fall 2022 

Information ..............................Pg 2 

Pre-School Classes.................................Pg 8 

Magical Series- Spectrum Friendly .....Pg 14 

Youth & Teen Classes ..........................Pg 15 

Middle School Athletics ...................... Pg 33 

Adult Classes .......................................Pg 34 

For Everyone ........,............................... Pg 48 

Human Services ....................................Pg 60 

Facility Info ...........................................Pg 62 

The following programming hosted by the City of Palo 

Alto adheres to all City, County, and State health 

mandates. The City of Palo Alto strongly encourages 

masks worn by all when inside our facilities. Masks are 

currently required when visiting the Junior Museum & 

Zoo, or participating in one of their programs. The 

programs listed in this catalog are scheduled to take 

place as planned, but may change. For up-to-date 

programming, please visit our website: 

cityofpaloalto.org/enjoyonline 

Links to third-party websites are being provided as a 

convenience and for informational purposes only; they 

do not constitute an endorsement or an approval by 

the City of Palo Alto of any of the products, services, 

or opinions of the corporation or organization or 

individual. The City bears no responsibility for the 

accuracy, legality, or content of third-party sites or for 

that of subsequent links. Contact the third-party site 

for answers to questions regarding its content. 

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CSD Contact Info 

Ways to register: 

Registration 

Online, visit: CityofPaloAlto.org/EnjoyOnline 

Via phone: Call us at 650.463.4949 

Program Supervisors: 

Adult Fine Art 

Fanny Retsek 

617.3525 

fanny.retsek@cityofpaloalto.org 

Children's Fine Art 

Rebecca Passarello 

617.3509 

rebecca.passarello@cityofpaloalto.org 

Junior Museum & Zoo 

Alex Hamilton 

329.2412 

alex.hamilton@cityofpaloalto.org 

Children-Music, Sports & 

Special Interest, 

Adult/Senior-Dance, 

Fitness 

Margie Cain 

463.4919 

margie.cain@cityofpaloalto.org 

Teen Services 

Chris Penaranda 

463.4904 

christofer.penaranda@cityofpaloalto.org 

Children-Dance, Adult-Dance, Music, 

Children's Theatre Performances 

Chris Luciani 

463.4934 

christopher.luciani@cityofpaloalto.org 

Adult Sports, Middle School Athletics 

Chase Hartmann 

329.2464 

chase.hartmann@cityofpaloalto.org 

Athletic Field Reservations 

Chase Boone 

463.4905 

playingfields@cityofpaloalto.org 

General and Facility Information*: 

Human Services 

Minka van der Zwaag 

463.4953 

minka.vanderzwaag@cityofpaloalto.org 

Aquatics 

Palo Alto Swim and Sport 

636.SWIM (7946) 

paloaltoswim.com 

Baylands Preserve 

Alex Hamilton 

329.2506 

alex.hamilton@cityofpaloalto.org 

Community Theatre 

329.2602 

brian.haines@cityofpaloalto.org 

Open Space Preserves 

Baylands Nature Preserve 

617.3156 

2500 Embarcadero Rd., Palo Alto 

Esther Clark Preserve 

329.2423 

End of Old Trace Rd., off 

Arastradero Rd., Palo Alto 

Foothills Nature Preserve 

329.2423 

3300 Page Mill Rd., Los Altos Hills 

Pearson-Arastradero Preserve 

326.2423 

1530 Arastradero Road 

Open.Space@cityofpaloalto.org 

*Please note that our facilities may have new operating 

hours or are not open to the public at this time, 

please call or email for more information. 

Lucie Stern 

Community Center 

1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto 

463.4900 

Tuesday-Thursday 8:30a-5:30p 

LSCC@cityofpaloalto.org 

Palo Alto Art Center 

1313 Newell Road., Palo Alto 

329.2366 

Tuesday-Saturday 10a-5p 

artcenter@cityofpaloalto.org 



329.2111 

Tues-Sun 10a-5p 

funscience@cityofpaloalto.org 

Mitchell Park 



329.2400 

Tuesday-Thursday 8:30a-5:30p 

MPCC@cityofpaloalto.org 

Cubberley 


4000 Middlefield Rd., T2, Palo Alto 

329.2418 

By appointment only, please call or 

email for assistance. 

cubberley@cityofpaloalto.org 

Children's Theatre 


463.4930 

Monday-Friday 9a-5p 

childrens.theatre@cityofpaloalto.org 

In person at any of the following registration sites: 

Lucie Stern Community Center, Mitchell Park Community Center, Palo Alto Art Center, or the 

Palo Alto Children's Theatre 

To register via mail: Fill in the form on the next page and send a check addressed to 

"City of Palo Alto." Mailed in registration is not guaranteed and available on a first come, first served 

basis. Payment via mail must be via check. 

Mail completed form and payment to the following location: 

Lucie Stern Community Center 

1305 Middlefield Road 

Palo Alto, CA 94301 

Frequently Asked Questions: 

I don't live in Palo Alto. Can I still register for 

Enjoy! programs? 

Yes! Everyone is welcome to participate. Palo Alto 

residents and children enrolled in a PAUSD school 

receive priority registration dates as well as the resident 

discount rate as shown in the Enjoy! Palo Alto catalog. 

What happens if I am "waitlisted" for a course? 

If the course you are hoping to register for is full, you will 

be placed on the "waitlist." No payment is necessary 

when joining a waiting list. As space becomes available, 

waitlisted participants will be contacted via email and 

have 24 hours to enroll in the course. If we do not hear 

from you in that time, we will move onto the next person. 

How do I read the program listing? 

Why does my child have to be a certain age or 

grade level in order to register for some courses? 

In order to ensure the best experience possible for all 

participants, each Enjoy! course if tailored to specific 

ages or grade levels. Each course in the Enjoy! lists the 

age or grade level requirements. Registrants must meet 

these requirements prior to the first class meeting. 

Are there any other discounts available? 

The City of Palo Alto offers Palo Alto youth, adults, PAUSD 

students, adults aged 60+ years, and disabled residents 

the opportunity to apply for our Fee Reduction Program 

based on household income. Those who qualify receive a 

25% or a 50% discount on courses. This discount is valid 

for 1 year and capped at $150 for adults, or $300 for 

youth, adults aged 60+, and disabled residents. 

Reductions are only applicable to new registrations. For 

more info, please call us at 650.463.4949 

I'm a member of the Art Center Foundation. Does 

that qualify me for a discount? 

Yes! Select members of the Art Center Foundation qualify 

for one studio course per Foundation membership per 

year. Call 650.329.2366 for more information. 

When do I pay for courses? 

All courses require payment at the time of registration. 

We accept cash, personal checks (made payable to City 

of Palo Alto), MasterCard, VISA, American Express, and 

Discover. 

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Withdraw, Transfer, 

and Cancellation Policy 

City of Palo Alto Department of Community Services 

Children’s 

REGISTRATION 

Primary Adult Contact (Please Print) 

Mitchell Park 329-2400 

Art Center 329-2366 

Lucie Stern 463-4900 

Last Name: First Name: Phone # 

Theatre 463-4930 

Cubberley 329-2418 

Jr. Museum & Zoo 329-2111 

Address: City: Zip: Email 

All transfer and withdrawal requests need to be received in writing within the time frames 

provided below. Email is encouraged and can be sent to EnjoyOnline@cityofpaloalto.org 

Mailed requests must be delivered prior to the end of the allotted time frame and can be sent to: 

Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94301 

Course or Activity Session Information 

COURSE 

CODE 

PARTICIPANT’S 

LAST NAME 

PARTICIPANT’S 

FIRST NAME 

M/F 

DATE OF 

BIRTH 

GRADE 

ACTIVITY NAME 

ACTIVITY 

FEE 

Fall 2022 Youth & Adult Program Policies: 

WITHDRAWAL POLICY: Participants will have 24 hours after the first session to withdraw 

and receive a refund. Late registrations will not be able to withdraw enrollment for a refund. 

Withdrawals received after the 24 hour window will not receive a refund. 

Withdrawal requests received prior to the 24 hours after the first session are eligible for a 

refund. Customers have the option to receive the entire program fee as credit on their 

account, or pay a $15 processing fee per class, per child, for a refund. 

TRANSFERS: Participants will have until the end of the first session to transfer to another 

program. Transfers are subject to space availability and the customer is responsible for any 

additional fees incurred. Transfers for late enrollments may not be permitted. 

CANCELLATIONS: Refunds for camps that have been cancelled by the City are always 100% 

refundable. 

Tennis & Workshops Fall 2022 Policies (Youth & Adult): 

WITHDRAWAL POLICY: Families will have 7 days prior to the start date of the program or 

workshop to withdraw and receive a refund. Withdrawals received after this will not receive 

a refund. Customers have the option to receive the entire program or workshop fee credit on 

their account, or pay a $15 processing fee per program, per participant, for a refund. 

TRANSFERS: Families will have 7 days prior to the first day of the program or workshop to 

transfer to another program. Transfers are always subject to space availability and the 

customer is responsible for any additional program fees. 

CANCELLATIONS: Refunds for programs or workshops that have been cancelled by the City 

are always 100% refundable. 

Fee Reduction Program: ____Only register if fee reduction is available____Register at full rate once fee reduction limit has been reached. 

We will not let a child under the age of 14 leave class by him/herself unless the parent/guardian checks the “yes” box below: 

Please indicate if you grant your child permission to sign him/herself out. 

YES, I permit my child _______________________ to leave class by him/herself for every class meeting this quarter. 

NO, I do not permit my child_______________________ to leave class by him/herself for every class meeting this quarter. 

Photo & Video Waiver for all classes and camps provided by the City of Palo Alto: 

Photos and video footage may be used for publication including newsletters, press media, website, flyers, social media, and 

brochures of City of Palo Alto entities. 

YES, I permit my child/children to be photographed and/or videotaped while in a City of Palo Alto class. 

NO, I do not permit my child/children to be photographed and/or videotaped while in a City of Palo Alto class. 

Create a New Account/ Make Changes: 

Please visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/enjoyonline to create your new account or to make changes to existing Enjoy! accounts. 

For assistance, please call 650-463-4949. 

Payment Information 

Name on Card: 

_____ Check 

EXP & Last 4 CVV: 

digits 

_____ Cash _____ Charge Total Amount: $____________ 

In-Person Seasonal Programming (all ages): 

WITHDRAWAL POLICY: Participants will have 24 hours after the first session to withdraw and receive a refund. Late registrations will not be able to 

withdraw enrollment for a refund. Withdrawals received after the 24 hour window will not receive a refund. Withdrawal requests received prior to 

the 24 hours after the first session are eligible for a refund. Customers have the option to receive the entire program fee as credit on their account, 

or pay a $15 processing fee per class, per child, for a refund. 

TRANSFERS: Participants will have until the end of the first session to transfer to another program. Transfers are always subject to space 

availability and the customer is responsible for any additional program fees. Transfers for participants that enroll after the start date, a transfer 

may not be permitted. 

CANCELLATIONS: Refunds for programs that have been canceled by the City are always 100% refundable. 

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City of Palo Alto Department of Community Services (CONTINUED) 

Tennis & Workshops for Adult & Youth Programming: 

WITHDRAWAL POLICY: Families will have 7 days prior to the start date of the program or workshop to withdraw 

and receive a refund. Withdrawals received later than this will not receive a refund. Customers have the option to 

receive the entire program or workshop fee credit on their account, or pay a $15 processing fee per program, per 

participant, for a refund. 

TRANSFERS: Participants will have 7 days prior to the first day of the program or workshop to transfer to another 

program. Transfers are always subject to space availability and the customer is responsible for any additional 

program fees. 

CANCELLATIONS: Refunds for programs or workshops that have been cancelled by the City are always 100% 

refundable. 

WAIVER 

WAIVER: All classes require the signature of each registering adult or parent or guardian of any minor(s). 

I give permission to participate in the following programs, including any associated travel sponsored by the City of 

Palo Alto Community Services Department, for myself and/or child as named. In consideration for participation in 

the programs, I agree to the following: I understand that participating in the programs is a voluntary activity that I 

am choosing to participate in and is not required. I understand that there are inherent risks in participating in the 

programs which may be both foreseen and unforeseen and include illness, physical injury and death. 

I understand that there is a coronavirus pandemic in effect, that the City will provide the programs in compliance 

with the guidelines of the Santa Clara County Health Order in effect and any superseding orders of the State of 

California with regard to the coronavirus, and that despite the City’s compliance with such guidelines, the City 

cannot guarantee that there is no risk of transmission of the coronavirus. I understand that participants will be 

required to use safety gear consistent with such health orders, including, without limitation, face coverings and 

hand sanitizer, and will be required to follow social distancing guidelines and other safety protocols. I understand 

that there are individuals who may be medically exempt from wearing a mask or face covering throughout the 

class. I also agree that participants must be symptom free (no coughing or fever) in order to participate in the 

program, and will not have been knowingly exposed to coronavirus within the 2 weeks prior to participation in 

the program. Additionally, I agree to ASSUME ALL RISKS of participating in the programs. I agree to DISCHARGE 

AND RELEASE (agreeing to make no claim and not to sue) and HOLD HARMLESS the City of Palo Alto, its 

employees, its agents, its independent contractors, and volunteers working for the City, from any and all liability 

for injury suffered by me or my child arising from or connected with these programs. I understand and agree that 

this ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK, DISCHARGE AND RELEASE, AND HOLD HARMLESS includes any claims relating to 

the actions, omissions, or negligence of the City, its employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers. 

If participant’s family member or someone in close contact with the participant (outside of this program) tests 

positive for COVID-19, or if participant tests positive for COVID-19, I give permission for the City to notify other 

people in contact with the participant (including other program participants, staff, and volunteers) that they may 

have been exposed to COVID-19. In doing so, the City shall not identify the participant or their family by name 

except as required by government mandates. 

I acknowledge that I have carefully read this liability waiver and understand the information herein, and that I 

agree to each of the terms and acknowledgments in this liability waiver. 

FEE REDUCTION 

Size of 

Household 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

7 

8 

50% 

Discount 

$59,000 

$67,400 

$75,850 

$84,250 

$91,000 

$97,750 

$104,500 

$111,250 

25% 

Discount 

$92,250 

$105,400 

$118,600 

$131,750 

$142,300 

$152,850 

$163,400 

$173,950 

Program 

City of Palo Alto residents may be eligible for the Fee Reduction Program, which offers a 25% or 

50% discount on program fees based on household income. A $300 subsidy cap will be applied 

per eligible youth (under 17 years of age), adults aged 60+, and persons with disabilities, while 

eligible adults age 59 and younger will receive a subsidy cap of $150. Discounts are available for 

most Art Center, Children’s Theatre, Junior Museum and Zoo, Open Space, and Recreation camps 

and classes, and Boost! or Teen Center memberships. 

Income Guidelines: 

The fine Print: 

Eligibility: 

·Residents of Palo Alto who meet the total 

household income guidelines and are able to 

provide the documentation required to verify 

income eligibility and/or disability. If you do not 

have a tax return, you may provide two additional 

documents to verify total household income 

(listed on the application). 

·PAUSD students, City of Palo Alto Employees, or 

children of City of Palo Alto employees. The 

household must also meet the income guidelines 

listed in the chart and/or disability qualifications 

and provide documentation 

Complete the application and submit your required eligibility verification 

documentation. Applications and supporting documents can be e-mailed in, mailed 

in, or dropped off at any open registration location. Discounts are valid for 12 

months from application approval or until individual subsidy cap has been met. 

Participants must re-apply annually. Application forms will only be accepted after 

current fee reduction has expired. Fee reductions will only be applied to future 

registrations and cannot be shared with other individuals. 

Signature: 

Second Registrant’s Signature: (if two adults using same form) 

scan for 

application! 

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Print Name/ Date: 

Print Name/ Date: 

Application can be found at this on our webpage, and by clicking on the Fee Reduction Program: 

https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Community-Services/Activities-Programs/Enjoy 

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Pre-School Classes 

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Spectrum 

Friendly 

Art Adventures 

Ages: 3y-5y 

Instructor: Sadaf Syed 

Fees: Residents $127 | Non-Residents $146.05 

Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Art Starts Studio 

Capacity: 8 

Pre-School 

Check out this 

new program! 

Painting, drawing, printmaking, and sculpture--all with 

a dash of science and learning about the natural world 

will delight preschoolers who are ready for a guided art 

class. Students learn new artmaking techniques in a fun 

and supportive environment. Caregivers serve as 

collaborators and assistants. This is a great class for 

preschoolers who love to create and express 

themselves. 

Session Code Dates Time 

30833 Sat, Sept 17-Nov 5* 10a-11a 

*No Class 10/8 

30834 Sat, Sept 17-Nov 5 * 11:15a-12:15p 


30835 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5* 12:45p-1:45p 


Ages: 3y-5y 

Instructor: Sharon Reich 



Capacity: 8 


30832 Thu, Sept 22-Nov 17 10a-11a 

30825 Wed, Sept 21-Nov 16 1p-2p 

Guardian 

participation 

required 

Clay for Preschoolers 

Material fee 

in addition 

to class fee. 

Parents or Caregivers join their preschoolers in learning 

how to build and shape clay, together transforming their 

ideas into functional glazed and fired pieces. In addition 

to being fun for parents and kids, creating clay projects 

builds problem-solving and fine motor skills for young 

students. This class is for any parent or caregiver who 

wants to spend quality time with their preschooler in a 

creative and educational way. 

Due to fine dust particles, no underage siblings or babies 

allowed. 

Ages: 3y-5y 

Instructor: Kathleen Gordon 


Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Ceramics Classroom 

Capacity: 10 


30838 Wed, Sept 21-Nov 16 10a-11:15a 

Ages: 3y-5y 

Instructor: Kari Kirkpatrick 



Capacity: 10 


30836 Thu, Sept 22-Nov 17 1:15p-2:30p 

Ages: 3y-5y 

Instructor: Eliza Thomas 



Capacity: 10 


30840 Fri, Sept 16-Nov 18* 11:30a-12:45p 


30842 Fri, Sept 16-Nov 18* 1:15p-2:30p 


Bouncing to Broadway 

A fun and innovative introduction to the wonderful 

world of Broadway musicals for young children. This 

class is a perfect blend of dancing, singing and acting. 

Children will listen and dance to Broadway tunes, from 

classics like Oliver and Annie, to more modern musicals 

like Shrek. After warm-ups, children will learn their 

positions and across the floor moves such as jazz walks, 

chasses, kicks and piques. Each week, the class will 

work on choreography, singing and performance. 

Ages: 2y-3y 


Location: Children’s Theatre | Dance Studio 

Capacity: 8 


31100 Fri, Sept 30- Nov 18 11a-11:30a 

Prince & Princess Ballet 

This is a magically themed dance class designed to 

capture a child’s fascination with fairy tales. Children 

learn basic ballet, combination dance steps, and 

creative dance movements across the floor. Children will 

use fun props, such as scarves, wands, and more as they 

dance to familiar music. 

Ages: 2y-3y 



Capacity: 8 


31094 Fri, Sept 30- Nov 18 9:15a-9:45a 

Ages: 3y-4y 



Capacity: 8 


31095 Fri, Sept 30- Nov 18 10:25a-10:55a 

Ages: 4y-5y 



Capacity: 8 


31096 Fri, Sept 30- Nov 18 2:15p-2:45p 

Story Acting 

Children are introduced to new and familiar stories 

that promise to spark their imaginations and inspire 

them to leap into action as characters in the story! 

Children learn to use simple props, and how to tap their 

dramatic instincts to create larger than life characters 

from the book. Story Acting classes allow young 

children to explore the rich and exciting world of 

theatre. 

Ages: 4-5 

Instructor: Kathy Blumenfeld 


Location: Children’s Theatre | Magic Castle Stage 

Capacity: 8 


31078 Tue & Thu, Oct 4-20 3:40p-4:25p 

31079 Tue & Thu, Nov 1-17 3:40p-4:25p 

Ages: 4 




Capacity: 8 


31080 Sat, Oct 8- Nov 12 9:15a-10a 

Ages: 5 




Capacity: 8 


31081 Sat, Oct 8- Nov 12 10:15a-11a 


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Construction Zone 

How high can you build a tower? How wide can you 

build a dome? Come build with us and learn how to 

build a variety of sturdy structures. 

Ages: 3y-6y (Pre-School Grade, T-Kinder is OK!) 

Instructor: JMZ Staff 


Location: Junior Museum & Zoo | Outdoor Classroom 

Capacity: 10 


31144 Wed, Sept 21- Oct 12 10a-10:45a 

Zoology for Preschoolers 

Meet the animals of the Junior Museum and Zoo and 

learn how we help them thrive here at the Zoo. Discover 

some of the amazing adaptations that allow them to 

hide from predators, find food, find shelter, and raise 

their young. 





Capacity: 10 


31154 Thu, Sept 22- Oct 6 10a-10:45a 

Discovery Thursdays 

Discover a smorgasbord of science at the Junior 

Museum & Zoo. Each week, we’ll explore a variety of 

exciting science topics. Join us and learn about things 

that chirp, fizz, and zoom. Activities change each 

session, quarter and year, so you can sign up again and 

again and still have new adventures! 





Capacity: 10 


31157 Thu, Sept 22- Oct 27 11:30a-12:15p 

31158 Thu, Nov 3- Dec 15 11:30a-12:15p* 


Discovery Fridays 

Discover a smorgasbord of science at the Junior 

Museum & Zoo. Each week, we’ll explore a variety of 

exciting science topics. Join us and learn about things 

that chirp, fizz, and zoom. Activities change each 

session, quarter and year, so you can sign up again and 

again and still have new adventures! 





Capacity: 10 


31150 Fri, Sept 23- Oct 28 10a-10:45a 

31149 Fri, Sept 23- Oct 28 11:30a- 12:15p 





Capacity: 10 


31151 Fri, Nov 4-Dec 16* 10a-10:45a 

31152 Fri, Nov 4-Dec 16* 11:30a-12:15p 

*No Class 11/11 or 11/25 

Junior Geologists 

Make crystals, dig for fossils and learn about volcanoes. 

This class is a great introduction to the fascinating world 

under our feet. Come meet some minerals and learn 

why geology rocks! 





Capacity: 10 


31153 Thu, Oct 13-27 10a-10:45a 

The Art of Science 

Discover the beauty of science and nature and capture 

your discoveries in art making. Celebrate the awe 

inspiring geometry and patterns of nature and learn 

how to use a variety of natural materials to bring your 

creations to life! 





Capacity: 10 


31145 Wed, Oct 19-Nov 16 10a-10:45a 

Young Einsteins 

Students will learn about types of energy and how 

energy contributes to motion. Newton’s 3 Laws of 

Motion will be used to demonstrate how motion “works” 

in our everyday lives. 





Capacity: 10 


31155 Thu, Nov 3-17 10a-10:45a 

Storytime with the Animals 

Hear a story about fascinating and loveable animals, 

then meet some of them at the Zoo! 





Capacity: 10 


31146 Wed, Nov 30- Dec 21 10a-10:45a 

Slime, Ooze, & Squiggly Things 

Discover the fun of handling slimy animals like squid, 

slugs and snails. Make gloop, dig in the mud and follow 

slime trails. 





Capacity: 10 


31156 Thu, Dec 1-15 10a-10:45a 

10 11 

Pre-School Classes


Little Explorers Adventures 

Experience the joy of exploration in a developmental 

program for toddlers and young preschoolers. All weeks 

include a field trip to a nature, community, or cultural 

location, plus a school day with dramatic and sensory 

play, art, science, math, music, and literacy centers. 

Ages: 1.5y-4y 

Instructor: Martina Entriken 


Location: Peers Park | Peers Park Field House 

Capacity: 15 


30902 Mon & Wed, Sept 12- Dec 14 9:30a-11:30a* 

*No Class 10/10. 11/21, 11/23 

30903 Tue & Thu, Sept 13- Dec 15 9:30a-11:30a* 

*No Class 10/11, 11/22, 11/24 

A Day at Little Explorers 

Experience the joy of exploration in a developmental 

program for toddlers and preschoolers. Enjoy a school 

day of dramatic and sensory play, art, science, math, 

music and literacy centers. 

Ages: 1.5y-4y 

Instructor: Martina Entriken 

Fees: Residents $500 | Non-Residents $575 

Location: Peers Park | Peers Park Field House 

Capacity: 15 


30901 Fri, Sept 16- Dec 16* 9:30a-11:30a 

*No Class 11/11 or 11/25 

Music Together 

Did you know that all children are musical? In our 

research-based program, an innovative teacher guides 

6-10 children and parents (or caregivers) in singing 

songs of many cultures, dancing, and playing basic 

instruments to support music development. Tuition 

includes curriculum fee which includes a digital 

download, songbook, a parent education guide and 

optional CD. Siblings 8 months and under attend free. 

Ages: 1 month-4 years 

Instructor: Drew Wanderman 


Location: Lucie Stern Community Center | Fireside Room 

Capacity: 10 


30953 Tue, Sept 13- Nov 15 9:30a-10:15a 

30954 Tue, Sept 13- Nov 15 10:30a-11:15a 

30955 Tue, Sept 13- Nov 15 4p-5:15p 

30956 Wed, Sept 14- Nov 16 9:30a-10:15a 

30957 Wed, Sept 14- Nov 16 10:30a-11:15a 

30958 Wed, Sept 14- Nov 16 4p-5:15p 

Ages: 1 month-4 years 

Instructor: Drew Wanderman 


Location: Lucie Stern Community Center | Fireside Room 

Capacity: 10 


30959 Thu, Sept 15- Nov 17* 9:30a-10:15a 

30960 Thu, Sept 15- Nov 17* 10:30a-11:15a 


Parent & Me Soccer 

Introduce your toddler to the world’s most popular 

game! As you participate together in our fun, age 

appropriate activities, your child will be developing 

their large motor skills and socialization skills. A variety 

of activities designed around the game of soccer will be 

played each week. 

Ages: 2y-3.5y 

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer 


Location: Mitchell Park | Mitchell Park Field North 

Capacity: 14 


30909 Thu, Sept 8- Oct 13 5:40p-6:10p 

Ages: 2y-3.5y 




Capacity: 14 


30910 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 9:05a-9:35a 

Tot Soccer 

Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the 

big kids. Encourages large motor skill development 

through fun soccer games and introduces small children 

to the group setting. Shin guards are required. 

Ages: 3.5y-4y 




Capacity: 14 


30913 Thu, Sept 8- Oct 27 5p-5:30p 

30914 Sat. Sept 17- Nov 5 9:45a-10:15a 

Pre Soccer 

Teaches the basic techniques of the game and builds 

self-esteem through participation and fun soccer 

activities. Children learn to follow instructions in a 

nurturing, age appropriate environment. Shin guards 

are required. 

Ages: 4y-5y 




Capacity: 14 


30911 Thu, Sept 8- Oct 27 4:20p-4:55p 

30912 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 10:20a-10:55a 

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Pre-School Classes

Magical Series- Spectrum Friendly Classes 

Spectrum 

Friendly 


new program! 

Guardian 

participation 

required 

Material fee 

in addition 

to class fee. 

Youth & Teen 

Spectrum 

Friendly 


new program! 

Guardian 

participation 

required 

Material fee 

in addition 

to class fee. 

Magical Series 

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We are delighted to welcome our friends, ages 4-18, who 

are in the developmental age range of 4-6, and can work 

within a 5:1 participant to instructor ratio. 

For children who need 1:1 support, we ask that parents/ 

caretakers/aides join the child in the classroom. 

Story Acting - Magical Series 

Classic and modern books are used to teach children 

how to use their bodies and voices to create fun and 

familiar characters. This spectrum friendly class allows 

children to discover their unique creativity as they 

explore the wonderful world of theatre. 

Ages: 4y-18y 

Instructor: Tom & Sandy Farley 



Capacity: 6 


31082 Fri, Oct 14- Nov 18 3:45p-4:30p 

Dance - Magical Series 

Children will experience the expressive art form of 

dance, exploring how to bodies by moving to a variety 

of music styles, contemporary, musical theatre, hip-hop 

and classical. This spectrum friendly class allows 

children to discover their unique creativity as they 

explore the wonderful world of dance. 

Ages: 4y-18y 

Instructor: Joanna Haas 



Capacity: 6 


31122 Sat, Oct 8-Nov 12 2:15p-3p 

Ceramics - Magical Series 

Family Workshop 

We are delighted to launch this new ceramics workshop 

which welcomes our friends who are in the 

developmental age range of 6-18. Your student will 

practice gross and fine motor skills with fun and creative 

ceramic projects. To register for this class, please email 

rebecca.passarello@cityofpaloalto.org or 

call 650-617-3509. 

Ages: 6y-18y 




Capacity: 5 


30872 Sat, Jan 7-14 1p-2:30p 

Fun with Clay 

In these fun-filled classes, young artists explore clay and 

transform it! Students make cups, plates, tiles, as well as 

modeled figures of animals, people, plants, and much more. 

Students develop fine motor skills and self-confidence as their 

ideas come to life in imaginative three-dimensional artwork. 

Each quarter, the instructor introduces new themes, so this is a 

great class to take again and again. 

Ages: 6y-8y 

Instructor: Mo Moran 

Fees: Residents $158 | Non-Residents $ 181.70 


Capacity: 12 


30852 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5* 10:15a-11:15a 


Ages: 6y-8y 




Capacity: 12 


30854 Sat, Sept 17-Nov 5* 11:30a-12:45p 


Ages: 6y-8y 




Capacity: 12 


30843 Tue, Sept 20- Nov 15 3:05p-4:15p 

Ages: 6y-8y 




Capacity: 12 


30845 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 2:30p-3:30p 

30847 Thu, Sept 22- Nov 17 3:15p-4:15p 

Ages: 6y-8y 

Instructor: Kyungle Han 



Capacity: 12 


30851 Fri, Sept 16- Nov 18* 3:15p-4:15p 


Youth & Teen Classes 

15


Ceramics Studio 

In these fun-filled classes, artists explore clay and transform it into cups, plates, tiles, as well as modeled figures of animals, 

plants, and more. Students learn advanced ceramics techniques as their ideas come to life in imaginative 

three-dimensional artwork. Each quarter, the instructor introduces new themes, so this is a great class to take again and 

again. No previous experience with clay is required. 

Ages: 8y-12y 

Instructor: Kyungle Han 



Capacity: 12 


30860 Fri, Sept 16-Nov 18* 4:30p-5:45p 


Ages: 8y-12y 




Capacity: 12 


30855 Tue, Sept 20- Nov 15 4:30p-6p 

Ages: 8y-12y 




Capacity: 12 


30858 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 3:45p-5p 

30861 Thu, Sept 22- Nov 17 4:30p-5:45p 

Advanced Ceramics 

This course is designed as a space for students to 

use their prior knowledge and creative experience to 

develop a deeper understanding of ceramics and their 

own artistic voice. Students will build upon established 

ceramics skills and continue to develop technically 

and creatively. This can include wheel throwing and 

hand-building depending on the students’ interests. 

This class offers guidance, but not specific projects as 

it is meant to prepare students for self-directed studio 

work. 

Ages: 14y-18y 




Capacity: 12 


30870 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 6:15p-7:45p 

Ages: 12y-18y 




Capacity: 12 


30859 Thu, Sept 22- Nov 17 6p-7:30p 

Ages: 9y-12y 




Capacity: 12 


30862 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5* 1:30p-2:45p 


Ages: 12y-18y 




Capacity: 12 


30863 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5* 3p-4:30p 


Ceramics- Independent Study 

This Ceramics class is for teens who would like to work 

on their ceramics projects on their own time. Class fee 

includes a bag of clay and the glazes and firing required 

to complete projects. Instructor, Mo Moran, is available 

to answer student questions via text and in person when 

dropping off and picking up artwork for firing. 

Students will be responsible for bringing their artwork 

to be fired to the Art Center and to pick up the glazes. 

Ages: 10y-18y 



Capacity: 5 


30871 Sept 20-Nov 18 

Wheel Throwing 

Learn to throw pots, bowls, mugs and plates on the 

potter’s wheel! In this fun class, students will 

experiment with a variety of wheel throwing techniques 

and develop confidence and dedication to the craft. This 

class is intended for intermediate and advanced 

ceramics students who have previous experience 

working with clay. 

Ages: 11y-14y 



Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Adult Ceramics Studio 

Capacity: 12 


30864 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 2:45p-4:15p 

Ages: 14y-18y 



Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Adult Ceramics Studio 

Capacity: 12 


30865 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 4:30p-6p 

Colorful Painting & More 

Inspired by artists from around the world, young artists 

experiment with a variety of 2D and 3D media including 

acrylics, liquid watercolors, oil pastels, collage, 

printmaking, and sculptural techniques. Students learn 

to compose a painting, mix colors, use brushstrokes, 

and explore positive and negative space. This is a great 

class for any student who loves to paint and express 

themselves creatively! New projects each quarter make 

this a great class to take again and again. 

Ages: 6y-8y 




Capacity: 12 


30875 Thu, Sept 22- Nov 17 3:15p-4:15p 

30876 Thu, Sept 22- Nov 17 4:30p-5:30p 

Ages: 6y-9y 




Capacity: 12 


30874 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 4p-5:15p 

Ages: 6y-9y 




Capacity: 12 


30877 Tue, Sept 20- Nov 15 3:15p-4:15p 

Ages: 7y-10y 




Capacity: 12 


30878 Tue, Sept 20- Nov 15 4:30p-5:45p 

Ages: 7y-10y 




Capacity: 12 


30873 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 2:30p-3:45p 

16 17 

Youth & Teen Classes


Kid’s Drawing Skills 

In this guided drawing class, students draw from life and 

from their imaginations as they learn techniques like 

shading, perspective, and proportioning. Artists leave 

the class with a set of technical drawing skills that make 

them feel excited and empowered to continue making 

art. This is a wonderful class for kids who love to draw. 

Ages: 6y-8y 

Instructor: Paulina Shapona 


Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Project Look Studio 

Capacity: 12 


30880 Fri, Sept 16- Nov 18* 3:15p-4:15p 


Ages: 8y-12y 




Capacity: 12 


30879 Fri, Sept 16- Nov 18* 4:30p-5:30p 


Drawing & Painting 

In these middle and high school classes students will 

learn new drawing and painting techniques. We’ll use 

a variety of materials: pencil, charcoal, watercolor, 

acrylics, oil and chalk pastels. Projects are designed 

to encourage creativity while building new skills and 

techniques. 

Ages: 9y-12y 

Instructor: Taryn Curiel 



Capacity: 12 


30882 Thu, Sept 22- Nov 17 3:30p-4:45p 

Ages: 10y-15y 

Instructor: Asha Kalonia 



Capacity: 12 


30884 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5* 3:15p-4:30p 


Ages: 13y-18y (Advanced Class) 

Instructor: Taryn Curiel 



Capacity: 12 


30883 Thu, Sept 22- Nov 17 5p-6:30p 

Drawing Comics 

Young artists create fun and unique comics in this lively 

class! Students build technical skills as they learn about 

design, line quality, and anatomical proportions, and 

explore a variety of comic styles such as Manga, Anime, 

and Western comics. This fun, open-ended class is for 

any young artist passionate about comics. 

Ages: 8y-11y 




Capacity: 12 


30881 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 3:30p-4:30p 

Character Design & Illustration 

This teen class will focus on designing a character as 

well as surroundings, scenery, and storylines. The 

students will illustrate their characters, refine them 

and place them in a scene from their world. A written 

description of the character can be added, but not 

required. The final project will be a colored illustrated 

scene, comic, or story board with their finalized 

character. 

Ages: 12y-18y 

Instructor: Corey Pang 



Capacity: 12 


30886 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5* 11a-12:15p 


Digital Photography & More 

Students will create photographs and paintings using 

the Art Center’s Canon digital cameras and a variety of 

art media, especially watercolors. 

Exploring the Junior Museum and Zoo, the community 

garden, the redwood groves and the many sculptures on 

the Rinconada campus, you’ll learn to see the world as 

inspiration for all your creative endeavors. 

Ages: 11y-16y 

Instructor: Cathy Gregory 



Capacity: 12 


30885 Tue, Sept 20- Nov 15 3:45p-5:15p 

Sustainable Sewing & More 

Use a myriad of supplies to breathe new life into old 

clothes and create many different fiber arts projects. 

While having fun students will learn to hand sew, weave 

and design fabric to create wearable art and embellish, 

alter, transform, and prolong the life of their clothes. 

We’ll learn creative ways to use and extend the life of 

outgrown or unwanted textiles. Learn how to care for 

your clothes, add personal touches, and lessen the 

environmental impact of fast fashion. 

Ages: 8y-11y 

Instructor: Stephanie Maples 



Capacity: 12 


30888 Fri, Sept 16- Nov 18* 3:15p-4:15p 


Ages: 9y-12y 

Instructor: Stephanie Maples 



Capacity: 12 


30889 Fri, Sept 16- Nov 18* 4:30p-5:30p 


Textile & Fashion Design 

This class introduces students to the world of fashion 

and textile design. Learn how to draw a fashion figure, 

compose a mood board, and render different fabrics 

using markers and colored pencils. Students will use 

these techniques to create their own collections and 

draw 9-head fashion croquis. No prior experience is 

required. 

Ages: 11y-18y 

Instructor: Natalia Shevchenko 



Capacity: 12 


30898 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16 5p-6:30p 

18 19 

Youth & Teen Classes


20 

Teen Earrings Workshop 

Learn how to make your own earrings using Polymer 

Clay! Participants will get a chance to learn how to work 

with polymer clay in order to make a pair of earrings of 

their own design. They will also learn how to assemble 

their creations with jewelry pliers, earring hooks, and 

earring wires. Each participant will get the chance to 

make one pair of earrings. 

Ages: 12y-18y 

Instructor: Jennifer Villegas-Naranjo 



Capacity: 14 


30897 Sat, Sept 17 2:30p-4:30p 

For all family workshops, each member of your family that will 

be in attendance must register. 

For each registered youth, there must also be a registered adult. 

All registered adults must have a registred youth with them. 

Family Mural Painting 

Led by a professional mural artist, this class will work 

together to design and paint a public mural. Participants 

will collaborate on each step of the process from 

generating a theme, brainstorming content and 

imagery, composing the image, choosing the color 

palette, and painting the mural. This class is perfect for 

families who enjoy working with others and are 

interested in large-scale installations. 

Ages: 8y & up 




Capacity: 12 


30887 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 12:30p-1:45p 

Color Wheel Family Workshop 

Learn about primary, secondary, and tertiary colors by 

creating your own unique color wheel. Participants will 

learn the basics of colors and play with patterns to come 

up with their own one-of-a-kind pieces. They will also 

learn about patterns and repetition. 

Ages: 6y & up 

Instructor: Asha Kalonia 



Capacity: 14 


30899 Sat, Oct 1 2:30p-4:30p 

Still Life Drawing Family Workshop 

In this workshopm families will build essential drawing 

skills such as hand-eye coordination, seeing things as 

shapes and noticing finer details. Still life drawing is a 

wonderful way to invite mindfulness into your life and 

focus on the simple, little things 

Ages: 7y & up 

Instructor: Alejandra Hermandinger 



Capacity: 14 


30890 Sat, Oct 15 2:30p-4:30p 

Painting Family Workshop 

Join street artist, Corey Pang, aka Sidy Life, to learn 

basic painting techniques while creating interesting 

urban artwork in collaboration with family members. 

Artwork can may be hung alone or together. 

Ages: 7y & up 




Capacity: 14 


30891 Sat, Oct 22 2:30p-4:30p 

Monoprinting Family Workshop 

By combining drawing, painting, and printmaking, 

participants in this class will make colorful artworks. As 

we make our art, we’ll talk about and experiment with 

how colors mix and blend when we layer them together. 

Children and adults can each make several artworks, so 

everyone can create for themselves. 

Ages: 7y & up 

Instructor: Alexis Hill 



Capacity: 14 


30892 Sat, Nov 5 2:30p-4:30p 

Ceramics Family Workshops 

Siblings, parents, and grandparents are all welcome to 

join this three day ceramics workshop. Family members 

will learn how to shape clay, transforming their ideas 

into functional, glazed and fired pieces. The first two 

weeks, we will create clay objects and the final week 

we will glaze them. This workshop is for any family who 

wants to spend time together. 

Ages: 6y & up 




Capacity: 14 


31052 Thu, Dec 1-15 6p-8p 

30868 Sat, Dec 3-17 10:30a-12:30p 

30869 Sat, Dec 3-17 1:30p-3:30p 

Pop Up Cards Family Workshop 

Take your card making to the next level! Participants will 

learn a variety of cutting, scoring, and folding 

techniques to create unique and customized 

three-dimensional cards. Paper engineering is the 

perfect way to spend time with all the artists, makers, 

and scientists in your life. 

Ages: 7y & up 

Instructor: Patricia Ciccantelli 



Capacity: 14 


30893 Sat, Dec 3 10:30a-12:30p 

30894 Sat, Dec 3 1:30p-3:30p 

Gift Bag Family Workshop 

Join us for a fun 2-hour workshop where you will design 

your very own gift bags. Printing, collaging, painting - 

we will use it all. Create your own set of gift bags for the 

holiday season. 

Ages: 8y & up 

Instructor: Natalia Shevchenko 



Capacity: 14 


30895 Sat, Dec 10 10:30a-12:30p 

30896 Sat, Dec 10 1:30p-3:30p 


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22 

Let’s Dance! 

This captivating class allows children to experience 

the joy of dance in a relaxing and creative atmosphere. 

The teacher will guide the class through moving and 

listening exercises designed to get children dancing and 

expressing themselves without inhibition. Children will 

delight as they discover new ways to move to different 

styles of music. 

Ages: 5y-7y 


Location: Children’s Theater | Dance Studio 

Capacity: 8 


31097 Fri, Sept 30- Nov 18 9:50a-10:20a 

31098 Fri, Sept 30- Nov 18 3p-3:30p 

Bharatanatyam- Beginner 

This course will introduce an ancient classical dance 

form from south Indian called Bharatanatyam. Children 

will learn the basic postures and steps, as well as some 

history and theory about this dance form. Adults are 

also welcome to enroll. 

Ages: 6y-17y 

Instructor: Aparna Seetharaman 



Capacity: 8 


31104 Thu, Sept 1- Nov 17 5p-5:30p 

31106 Thu, Sept 1- Nov 17 5:30p-6p 

31110 Fri, Sept 2- Nov 18 5:30p-6p 

Bharatanatyam- Intermediate 

This course will introduce an ancient classical dance 

form from south Indian called Bharatanatyam. Children 

will learn the basic postures and steps, as well as some 

history and theory about this dance form. Adults are 

also welcome to enroll. 

Ages: 6y-17y 

Instructor: Aparna Seetharaman 



Capacity: 8 


31108 Thu, Sept 1- Nov 17 6p-7p 

Kids Combo Dance 

This combination dance class incorporates the 3 major 

disciplines: Ballet, Modern, and Jazz. The class will 

balance technique training with expressive movement 

in a fun, upbeat environment. Students will learn to 

explore their emotions through body movement and 

expression. Students will also learn to dance with each 

other, in formations, and with props. 

Ages: 7y-9y 



Capacity: 8 


31099 Fri, Sept 30- Nov 18 3:40p-4:20p 

Broadway Goes Hip Hop 

The dynamic style of Hip Hop dance has found its way 

onto the Broadway stage in recent years in such smash 

hit musicals as In The Heights and Hamilton. In this 

class, dancers will learn exciting choreography set to the 

music of these meg-hit Hip Hop musicals. 

Ages: 8y-12y 




Capacity: 8 


31103 Sat, Oct 1- Nov 19 4:15p-5p 

Hip Hop for Kids 

Students will learn a broad collection of urban street 

dance styles. Hip-Hop evolved from Hip-Hop culture 

and includes elements from Jazz, Rock, Tap, African, 

American and Latino dance cultures. These cultures will 

influence the hip-hop style and technique learned in 

class. 

Ages: 8y-10y 



Capacity: 8 


31101 Fri, Sept 30- Nov 18 4:30p-5:10p 

Musical Theatre Dance 

Students will learn the distinctive styles of some of 

Broadway’s leading choreographers such as Bob Fosse 

and Jerome Robbins. The class challenges children to 

deepen their dance skills as they venture through some 

of Broadway’s most popular musicals, learning some 

of the choreography that gave these productions their 

fame and lasting appeal. 

Ages: 8y-12y 




Capacity: 8 


31102 Sat, Oct 1- Nov 19 3:15p-4p 

Creative Dramatics 

This unique class introduces children to theatre by 

focusing on their natural sense of play. The aim is to 

encourage inventiveness and originality by introducing 

children to creative building blocks such as pantomime, 

games, skits and more! Children learn how to use their 

voice, body, natural expressions and imagination to 

discover the exciting experience of performance. 

Ages: 5y-6y 

Instructor: Kathy Blumenfeld & Tessa Koning-Martinez 



Capacity: 8 


31083 Tue & Thu Sept 27- Oct 20 4:35p-5:20p 

31085 Sat, Oct 1- Nov 19 11:15a-12p 

Ages: 6y-7y 




Capacity: 8 


31084 Tue & Thu Oct 25- Nov 17 4:35p-5:20p 

Ages: 7y-8y 

Instructor: Tessa Koning-Martinez 


Location: Children’s Theater | Magic Castle Stage 

Capacity: 8 


31086 Sat, Oct 1- Nov 19 11a-12p 

Curtains Up Intro to Acting 

Designed for the beginning student, this class teaches 

beginning performers to develop believable characters 

while learning acting techniques in a fun, supportive 

environment. Under the guidance of a theatre 

professional, students gain confidence for performing in 

front of an audience by learning theatre games, 

improvisation techniques, and scripted work while 

having an unforgettable class experience. 

Ages: 8y-10y 

Instructor: Kathy Blumenfeld & Tessa Koning-Martinez 


Location: Children’s Theater | Magic Castle Stage 

Capacity: 10 


31087 Tue & Thu, Sept 27-Oct 20 5:30p-6:30p 

31088 Sat, Oct 1- Nov 19 12:30p-1:30p 

How to Audition 

This class will help you prepare to audition with 

confidence! We’ll demonstrate and practice audition 

techniques and provide you with tips, resources and 

monologues. You’ll improve your cold reading skills, 

develop a dynamic monologue, and practice delivering 

monologues in front of the class. You’ll then be ready to 

deliver your best at that next audition! 

Ages: 9y-13y 

Instructor: Tessa Koning-Martinez 



Capacity: 6 


31091 Sat, Oct 1- Nov 19 1:45p-2:45p 

Improv Like a Pro 

Improvisation is a wildly fun performing art form where 

the actor’s split second decisions and quick witted 

responses can turn everyday situations into moments of 

comic delight! Whether you’re grooming yourself for an 

impromptu presentation at school, an audition for your 

favorite play, youngsters well versed in improvisational 

techniques are prepared to respond to all of life’s 

situations with wit and humor. 

Ages: 10y-14y 

Instructor: Bill Olson 



Capacity: 10 


31092 Sat, Oct 1- Nov 19 12:15p-1:30p 


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Scene Study Class 

Students get to enjoy playing well-known characters 

from classic scenes in the children’s theatre canon. 

The focus will be on text analysis and making dramatic 

choices from uncovering meaning beneath the dialogue. 

Students participate in in scenes involving 2 to 4 

characters. Director feedback provides students with a 

deeper understanding of how to rehearse a scene. 

Memorization of scenes is encouraged. Scenes are 

assigned on the first day of class. 

Ages: 9y-11y 




Capacity: 8 


31089 Tue & Thu, Oct 25- Nov 17 5:30p-6:30p 

Ages: 11y-15y 




Capacity: 8 


31112 Wed, Sept 28- Nov 16 6p-7:15p 

Performance Studio 

Students will work with a director to prepare and stage a 

short, one act play. They’ll be guided through the 

audition process, delve the depths of a character as 

a means of discovering dialogue that’s natural and 

believable, and gain hands-on experience performing on 

stage. Some memorization outside of class is 

expected. Everyone who enrolls will receive a role in the 

play. Actors of all experience levels are welcome. 

Ages: 9y-14y 




Capacity: 10 


31093 Sat, Oct 1- Nov 19 1:45p-3p 

LAP SWIM 

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Drop-In: $9 

Senior (60+): $8 

Monthly Membership: $64 

Senior Membership (60+): $54 

Non-Resident 

Drop-In: $10 

Senior (60+): $9 

Monthly Membership: $69 

Senior Membership (60+): $59 

Fall Schedule 

Monday - Friday: 6:00am - 4:00pm 

Saturday/Sunday: 6:00am - 5:00pm 

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Intermediate Acting 

This class is a follow-up to our Intro to Acting course, 

and focuses on scene study, script analysis, and 

character development. Students will work on scenes 

with partners, and delve deeper into character studies, 

as a way to get to the heart of great acting. After taking 

this class, students will have confidence to audition for 

any role! 

Ages: 9y-12y 

Instructor: Jennie James 


Location: Children’s Theater | Main Castle Stage 

Capacity: 6 


31090 Wed, Sept 28- Nov 16* 5:30p-6:45p 


Vocal Lessons 

Enjoy these one-on-one, in-person vocal lessons. 

Participants will learn innovative singing techniques, 

and with the instructor’s guidance, students are able to 

select songs from a variety of genres, including but not 

limited to Broadway, country, pop and rock. 

Ages: 8y & up 

Instructor: Jennie James 



Capacity: 1 


31113 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16* 2p-2:30p 


31115 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16* 2:30p-3p 


31116 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16* 3p-3:30p 


31117 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16* 3:30p-4p 


31120 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16* 4p-4:30p 


31121 Wed, Sept 21- Nov 16* 4:30p-5p 


Science Sleuths 

Dive into science at the Junior Museum and Zoo. Each week, we’ll explore a variety of exciting science topics. Join us and 

learn about things that chirp, fizz and zoom. Activities change each session, quarter and year, so you can sign up again and 

have new adventures! 

Ages: 5y-6y (Kindergarden) 




Capacity: 10 


31147 Wed, Sept 21- Oct 26 3p-3:45p 

Ages: 5y-6y (Kindergarden) 




Capacity: 10 


31148 Wed, Nov 2- Dec 21* 3p-3:45p 



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Academic Writing: News Reporters 

Become a master of newswriting and journalism. In this 

fun and engaging class, students strengthen their 

writing skills, learn how to read, create, and present 

news articles, and produce a student newspaper made 

from their own work. Students learn about different 

types of articles, how to find newsworthy information, 

and the six main questions of journalism – Who, What, 

When, Where, Why, and How. Experienced instructors 

and detailed feedback in small classes! $20 materials. 

Ages: 7y-8y 

Instructor: Communication Academy 


Location: Cubberley Community Center | Classroom D-6 

Capacity: 6 


31135 Sat, Sept 10-Nov 19 9:30a-10:30a 

Ages: 9y-11y 




Capacity: 6 


31136 Sat, Sept 10- Nov 19 1p-2p 

Public Speaking: 

Artistic Interpretation 

Master the art of speaking and learn to put your own 

spin on famous speeches. In this fun and engaging class, 

students improve their confidence and master 

expressing themselves by exploring and presenting 

speeches from literature, movies, and famous figures in 

history. They learn to analyze content, mood, character, 

and elements of narratives and speeches to present 

their best work – dramatic, humorous, and creative! 

Experienced instructors and detailed feedback in small 

classes! $20 materials. 

Ages: 6y-8y 




Capacity: 6 


31137 Sat. Sept 10-Nov 19 10:45a-11:45a 

Ages: 9y-11y 




Capacity: 6 


31138 Sat, Sept 10-Nov 19 2:15p-3:15p 

Combination Class- Academic Writing: News Reporters & 

Public Speaking: Artistic Interpretation 

Combine two of our great camps to get both in-person camps at a discounted price! Our Academic Writing and Public 

Speaking camps go together for our once-a-week classes! Together, they teach students how to express their creativity 

in multiple distinct ways, while improving their confidence and speaking skills! The combination includes both 

classes and student supervision during the break between them. Experienced instructors and detailed feedback in 

small classes! $40 materials. 

Ages: 7y-8y 




Capacity: 6 


31139 Sat, Sept 10- Nov 19 9:30a-11:45a 

Ages: 9y-11y 




Capacity: 6 


31140 Sat, Sept 10- Nov 19 1p-3:15p 

STEM FUNdamentals with LEGO® 

Materials 

Level up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies 

and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply 

real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and 

architecture through engineer-designed projects. 

Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even 

returning students get a new experience, so join us 

to design and build as never before and explore your 

craziest ideas. 

Ages: 5y-10y 

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies 


Location: Lucie Stern Community Center 

Community Room 

Capacity: 16 


30866 Thu, Sept 8-Dec 8* 4p-5:30p 

*No Class 10/20 & 11/24 

Fall Cooking with Junior Chef Stars 

Join us as we provide junior chefs with the tools 

necessary to create, cook, and learn. With new 

recipes, including Winter Favorites, our curriculum 

covers nutrition, seasonal cooking, knife skills, the 

purpose of core ingredients, and the many cultural 

aspects of food. Your junior chef will develop critical life 

skills, all while making new friends and having a blast! 

Our recipes never repeat so sign up for multiple 

sessions. There is an $60 materials fee. 

Ages: 7y-13y 

Instructor: Junior Chef Stars 




Capacity: 24 


30822 Tue, Sept 20- Oct 25 3:30p-4:45p 

30823 Tue, Nov 1- Dec 13* 3:30p-4:45p 


Fall Youth Ultimate 

Learn to play one of the fastest growing sports in the 

world: Ultimate Frisbee! It combines some of the most 

exciting elements of basketball, soccer, and non-contact 

football. Ultimate is not just another sport, as it places 

equal focus on fostering character, community, and 

competition, and provides a healthy, positive, physical 

and social outlet for all. 

Ages: 7y-14y 

Instructor: Bay Area Disc 


Location: Greer Fields | Greer Field 5 

Capacity: 30 


30908 Sat, Oct 15-Nov 26 1:30p-2:45p 

NAofA Basketball Development 

Clinic 

This clinic by National Academy of Athletics is perfect 

for players in preparation of their upcoming league play. 

This program is designed to make you more confident 

with the basketball. Ball handling drills, shooting 

fundamentals and many other skill based instructional 

programs will be combined with games and other small 

sided competitions. Come join our experienced staff and 

walk away a better player! 

Ages: 8y-10y 

Instructor: National Academy of Athletics 


Location: Cubberley Community Center | Pavilion 

Capacity: 40 


30950 Sat, Sept 17-Oct 22 9:15a-10:30a 

Ages: 11y-13y 

Instructor: National Academy of Athletics 


Location: Cubberley Community Center | Pavilion 

Capacity: 40 


30951 Sat, Sept 17- Oct 22 10:45a-12p 


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Beginning Ice Skating Lessons 

Beginning Ice Skating Classes are for skaters who have never had lessons, move slowly or have never skated. 

Includes ½ hour group class once a week and rental skates and practice time on the public session in progress 

that day. For higher level classes please contact Winter Lodge directly. 

Ages: 5y-6y 

Instructor: Winter Lodge Staff 


Location: Winter Lodge 

Capacity: 8 


30841 Thu, Oct 13- Nov 17 3:30p-4p 

Ages: 7y-8y 




Capacity: 8 


30844 Thu, Oct 13- Nov 17 4p-4:30p 

Soccer 1 Techniques & Teamwork 

Learn dribbling, passing and receiving, defense and 

shooting goals. Fun skill games are played at every 

session, and every participant will have a ball at his or 

her feet. This class is perfect for first time players while 

being fun and engaging for kids with some experience. 

Small-sided soccer matches will be introduced gradually. 

Each participant will receive a soccer jersey. Shin 

guards are required after the first meeting. 

Ages: 9y-10y 




Capacity: 8 


30846 Thu, Oct 13- Nov 17 4:30p-5p 

Ages: 11y-16y 




Capacity: 10 


30848 Mon, Oct 10- Nov 14 5p-5:30p 

Ages: 5y-6y 




Capacity: 14 


30915 Thu, Sept 8- Oct 27 3:30p-4:15p 

30916 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 11a-11:45a 

30917 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 11:50a-12:35p 

Jack-O-Jaunt 

REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 15 at 8:30am for all. 

Join us this moonlit Halloween season, for our third annual, Jack-O-Jaunt! Bring us your best carved jack-o-lantern to 

be put on display in Lytton Plaza on Friday, October 28, from 6:30pm-8:30pm. 

Don’t have space to carve your jack-o-lantern at home? Sign up for our Carve On-Site workshop (workshop is 3p-5:30p 

at Lytton Plaza) and carve it on site! Space is limited and pre-registration is required. The community will get an 

opportunity to vote for the scariest, cutest, and most creative, as they stroll through our display. Winners of each 

category will receive a $75 gift card to a Palo Alto business of their choosing. 

Ages: All! (Parents must stay with youth 12 and under) 


Location: Lytton Plaza 

Capacity: 30 


31162 Carve On-Site 3p-5:30p 

Ages: All! 

Location: Lytton Plaza 

Capacity: 125 

Drop off: Fri, Oct 28 3p-5:30p 


31161 Carve at Home & Drop Off 

Terrific Tiny Tennis 

Children, 5-7 years of age, play FUN activities and games 

on the “42 foot court” with low compression tennis 

balls. Lessons are designed to enhance their athletic and 

skill development in a success oriented environment. 

Small group lessons, only 3-6 students per class! We 

recommend 21”-23” rackets. 

Ages: 5y-7y 

Instructor: Whitlinger-Sarsfield Tennis 


Capacity: 6 

Rinconada Courts 5 & 6 


30926 Mon & Wed, Sept 12-Oct 5 3:20p-4p 

30927 Tue, Sept 13- Nov 1 3:20p-4p 

30928 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 2p-2:40p 

30929 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 2:40p-3:20p 

30930 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 3:20p-4p 

30931 Mon & Wed, Oct 17-Nov 9 3:20p-4p 

Mitchell Park Courts 1 & 2 


30986 Tue & Thu, Sept 13- Oct 6 3:20p-4p 

30989 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 3:30p-4:10p 

30990 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 4:10p-4:50p 

30991 Tue & Thu, Oct 18- Nov 10 3:20p-4p 

Ages: 5y-7y 



Capacity: 6 

Mitchell Park Pickleball Courts 


30987 Wed, Sept 14- Oct 19 3:10p-3:50p 

30988 Wed, Sept 14- Oct 19 3:50p-4:30p 

NEW TENNIS POLICY, PLEASE READ: 

Quickstart Tennis 

Special service, only 3-6 players per class! Learn simple 

and efficient techniques on the 60ft court with low 

compression tennis balls. Emphasis on control, 

consistency, sportsmanship, and FUN! We recommend 

the 25” rackets. 

Ages: 8y-10y 



Capacity: 6 



30992 Mon & Wed, Sept 12- Oct 5 4p-5p 

30998 Tue, Sept 13- Nov 1 4p-5p 

30999 Mon & Wed, Oct 17- Nov 9 4p-5p 



31000 Tue & Thu, Sept 13- Oct 6 4p-5p 

31001 Tue & Thu, Oct 18- Nov 10 4p-5p 

Quickstart Advantage Tennis 

Special service, only 3-6 players per class! Review and 

develop techniques on the “60 ft. court” with low 

compression tennis balls. More emphasis on depth, 

direction, and spin. Players should have prior 

Quickstart experience and/or instructor’s approval. 

Ages: 8y-10y 



Capacity: 6 



31002 Mon & Wed, Sept 12- Oct 5 5p-6p 

31003 Mon & Wed, Oct 17- Nov 9 5p-6p 



31004 Sat, Sept 17-Nov 5 2:30p-3:30p 

WITHDRAWAL POLICY (TENNIS CLASSES ONLY): Families will have seven (7) days’ prior to the start date of the first tennis 

class to withdraw and receive a refund. If a refund is provided, the customer will have the option to receive the entire 

program fee as user credit on their Enjoy! account, or pay a $15 processing fee per program, per participant, for a refund to 

their original form of payment. Withdrawal requests received with less than 7 (seven) days notice will not receive a refund. 

TRANSFERS (TENNIS CLASSES ONLY): Families will have seven (7) days prior to the first day of the class to transfer to 

another class. Transfers are always subject to space availability and the customer is responsible for any additional 

program fees. 

POSTPONEMENTS for TENNIS: Postponements for rainouts, instructor illness, poor air quality, etc. will occur on the next 

class meeting date (this date will be beyond the scheduled dates listed when you signed up). 


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Junior Novice Tennis 

Special service, only 3-6 players per class! Develop the 

essential techniques with emphasis on control, depth, 

and direction on the 78’ court with regulation tennis 

balls. Lessons will also incorporate rules, 

sportsmanship, and basic doubles play. Ten year olds 

may participate with instructors approval. 

Junior Low Intermediate Tennis 

Special service, only 3-6 players per class! For players 

who are consistent on a slow pace rally but need to 

develop better depth, directional control, and use of 

spin. Review and strengthen stroke techniques with 

more emphasis on basic strategy and tactics. Ten years 

old’s may participate with instructors’ approval. 


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Ages: 11y-14y 



Capacity: 6 



31005 Mon & Wed, Sept 12- Oct 5 6:30p-7:30p 

31006 Mon & Wed, Oct 17- Nov 9 6:30p-7:30p 



31105 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 1:30p-2:30p 

Play Tennis the Stanford Way 

Individual Tennis Lessons 

Personal and semi-private (1-4 players) 

taught by the staff of Stanford Hall of 

Famer John Whitlinger and longtime 

Stanford/USPTAPro Tom Sarsfield 

WhitlingerSarsfieldTennis.com 

Director's Hourly Rate 

Stanford/USPTA Elite Pro Tom Sarsfield 

(408) 745-6171 

thomassarsfield@mac.com 

$100 for 1 player, $10 per hour more for 

each additional player 

Lessons at Rinconada Park #5-6 

Group Lessons 

Enjoy top-flight instruction from the staff of Stanford Hall of Famer John Whitlinger and 

longtime Stanford/USPTA Pro Tom Sarsfield. All classes will consist of eight hours of 

instruction with a max of 6 students unless stated otherwise.. Terrific Tiny Tennis classes 

will consist of six to eight 40 minute lessons. Students provide own rackets. 

IMPORTANT: In case of rain, contact the recreation dept. at 463-4900, Monday through 

Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm, within the hour before scheduled starting time for class status or 

check with the instructor by visiting WhitlingerSarsfieldTennis.com for contact information. 

If at any time the instructor is absent, report to the next scheduled lesson for makeup date. 

NO POSTPONEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE INITIATED BY THE INSTRUCTOR OR THE 

REC. DEPT. 

Unless notified to the contrary, make up lessons will be forwarded to the next normal 

meeting day and time. However, Fridays (for weekday lessons) or Sundays (for weekend 

lessons) may be used at the instructor’s discretion. NOTE:If an earlier class is postponed 

due to rain, all the following classes may also be postponed that day even if the courts 

become dry. 

Ages: 11y-14y 



Capacity: 6 



31107 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 5 1p-2p 



31109 Tue & Thu, Sept 13- Oct 6 5p-6p 

31111 Tue & Thu, Oct 18- Nov 10 5p-6p 

Junior Intermediate Tennis 


who are consistent on a medium pace rally but needs to 

develop more spin, power, and/or variety. Refine stroke 

techniques, strategy, and tactics with performance 

enhancing drills. 

Ages: 11y-15y 



Capacity: 6 



31114 Tue, Sept 13- Nov 1 5p-6p 

*Pro's Hourly Rate 

$85 for one player, $5 per hour more for 

each additional person. (*$5 per hour 

discount for 3 (three) or more hours paid 

in advance) 

*For lessons at Mitchell Park #1-2, call 

USPTA Professionals 

Neil Da Silva (408) 398-5543, 

John Chan (650) 637-8809, 

Hung Nguyen (408) 499-2433, or 

Lisa Sarsfield (408) 745-6171 

*For lessons at Rinconada Park #5-6, 

Leo Marando (831) 537-6234, 

Megan Bryan (650) 759-8433, 

Sujan Bajracharya 650-787-7906. 

Or visit WhitlingerSarsfieldTennis.com 

for more contact information. 

Payment for lesson(s) must be given to 

the instructor at the time of your first 

lesson. Only checks payable to TOM 

SARSFIELD will be accepted (no cash or 

credit card). 

LEGO® Spike Prime Robotics 

Workshop 

Come design, build, program and test robotics projects 

with the newest materials that LEGO® has to offer, Spike 

Prime! All participants will get hands on learning 

experience as they are introduced to STEM and 

programming concepts. Everything will be provided 

from tablets for programming, Spike Prime Robotics 

materials (motors, sensors, brain brick), and more 

LEGO® bricks and pieces then they could ever build! 

Don’t miss this opportunity to get your little LEGO® 

lovers excited about STEM and LEGO® with Spike Prime 

Robotics from Brick Tech! 

Ages: 7y-12y 

Instructor: Brick Tech Staff 




Capacity: 20 


30923 Sat, Sept 3 9a-12p 

Boo! Spooky Haunted House 

LEGO® Workshop 

Put on your Halloween costumes and get ready to build 

the spookiest haunted house ever, completely out of 

LEGO®! In this workshop, participants will get to spend 

the ghostly holiday building and creating with LEGO®, 

discovering new ways to make spooky creations. 

Please note: Costumes must not cover eyes and should not 

include any accessories/weapons. Costumes are not required to 

participate. 

Ages: 5y-10y 



Location: Mitchell Park Community Center 

Adobe South 

Capacity: 20 


30925 Sat, Oct 29 9a-12p 

Veterans Day Basketball Camp 

The one day coed camp by National Academy of 

Athletics will emphasize the fundamentals for Shooting, 

Ball Control, Defense, Rebounding, Passing and 

Conditioning. Additionally, campers will participate 

in contests, games and other fun events. Campers are 

divided into groups by both age and ability. 

Ages: 7y-12y 

Instructor: NAofA Staff 


Location: Cubberley Community Center 

Pavilion 

Capacity: 40 


30952 Fri, Nov 11 9a-3p 

Thanksgiving with the Ewoks 

STEM LEGO® Mini-Camp 

Spend the Thanksgiving Holiday with the Ewoks on the 

forest moon of Endor. Let’s come together in bright tree 

village to prepare the finest feast and celebrate what we 

are thankful for. In this mini-camp, participants will be 

introduced to STEM concepts while building and 

exploring through the story of the Ewoks holiday feast in 

the forest . Get ready to imagine, build, and discover in 

this Star Wars themed mini-camp with Brick Tech! 

Ages: 5y-10y 




Adobe South 

Capacity: 20 


30924 Mon-Wed, Nov 21-23 9a-12p 


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Stuffed! A Baking & Cooking Camp 

When the weather cools down, it’s time to heat up the 

stove and oven. You will learn to create a lasting and 

delicious impression with our festive cooking and 

baking camp. From appetizers that are made for 

gobbling, to traditional and innovation dishes, our chef 

will show you how to make a cornucopia of recipes that 

will keep your taste buds asking for more. 

$60 material fee due on first class. 

Ages: 7y-13y 

Instructor: Junior Chef Stars 



Community Room & Kitchen 

Capacity: 20 


30824 Mon-Wed, Nov 21-23 9a-4p 

Academic Writing: 

Creative Writers 

Learn how to express your creativity and make your 

writing shine. In this fun and engaging class, students 

master the writing tools and story parts needed for any 

good narrative – characters, settings, plots, narration, 

and their own style. Students learn from existing stories 

and create their own to practice, improving writing skills 

that are not just useful, but enjoyable too! Experienced 

instructors and detailed feedback in small classes! 

$20 materials. 

Ages: 8y-11y 




Matadero Room 

Capacity: 6 


31143 Mon-Wed, Nov 21-23 9a-12p 

Public Speaking: Drama Club 

Learn to act, direct, cooperate, and lead through drama. 

In this fun and engaging class, students learn how to 

present plays, skits, advertisements, and more for the 

stage or screen by practicing as both actors and 

directors. Students learn to cooperate, express 

themselves, and master speaking skills as actors – and 

then how to lead, create insights, and help others as 

directors of their own drama team. Experienced 

instructors and detailed feedback in small classes! 

$20 materials. 

Ages: 8y-11y 




Matadero Room 

Capacity: 6 


31141 Mon-Wed, Nov 21-23 1p-4p 

Combination Class- 

Academic Writing: Creative Writers & Public Speaking: Drama Club 

Combine two of our great camps to get both in-person camps at a discounted price! Our Academic Writing and Public 

Speaking camps go together for our once-a-week classes! Together, they teach students how to express their 

creativity in multiple distinct ways, while improving their confidence and speaking skills! The combination includes 

both classes and student supervision during the break between them. Experienced instructors and detailed feedback 

in small classes! $40 materials. 

Ages: 8y-11y 



Location: Mitchell Park Community Center | Matadero Room 

Capacity: 6 


31142 Mon-Wed, Nov 21-23 9a-4p 

WE ARE 

HIRING FOR 

COACHES! 

P a y : $ 1 6 . 7 0 - 2 2 . 3 6 

8 - 1 0 w e e k S e a s o n 

P r a c t i c e s h a p p e n 

b e t w e e n 2 : 3 0 - 

7 : 0 0 p m 

L o c a t i o n : J L S , G r e e n e & 

F l e t c h e r M i d d l e S c h o o l s 

FALL SEASON: 

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL 

FLAG FOOTBALL 

CROSS COUNTRY 

Please e-mail 

MSA@CityofPaloAlto.org 

MSA Co-Ed Flag Football 2022 

The flag football program’s purpose is to provide a 

positive environment in which students can develop 

skills, enjoyment and teamwork. Practices take place 

Monday through Friday, after school, starting as early 

3:30pm up to 6 pm, and Mondays, Wednesdays and 

Fridays starting as early as 2:45 pm. (Additional 

practices may be determined by the coach). Games take 

place 2-3 times per week; between 4 and 7pm. 

Transportation will not be provided. Please attend 

Parent Night to determine car pools. *** We have joined 

the Peninsula Flag Football League and will play against 

schools in Los Altos. Blocking will be allowed. 

Ages: 10y-15y 

Instructor: MSA Coach 

Fees: Residents & Non-Residents $335 

Capacity: 13 

Fletcher 

Session Code 

Session Name 

29103 Fletcher 6th Grade 



JLS Registration August 17 at 8:30am 

Session Code 

Session Name 

29106 JLS 6th Grade 



Greene Registration August 16 at 8:30am 

Session Code 

Registration August 18 at 8:30am 

Session Name 

29109 Greene 6th Grade 



MSA Co-Ed Cross Country 2022 

The cross country program’s purpose is to provide a positive 

environment in which students can develop skills, 

friendships, and self-esteem with emphasis on enjoyment, 

participation, and teamwork. Practices take place Monday 

through Thursday with optional practices on Fridays, starting 

as early 3:30 pm up to 5:30 pm, Mondays, Wednesdays and 

Fridays practices can start as early as 2:45 pm. Meets take place 

once a week and starting around 4pm. Transportation is not 

provided. Please make sure you attend Parent Night (TBD) for 

meet schedules, carpool and other cross country information. 

Ages: 10y-15y | Instructor: MSA Coach 

Fees: Residents & Non-Residents $335 | Capacity: 40 

MSA Girls Volleyball 2022 

The volleyball program’s purpose is to provide a positive 

environment in which students can develop skills, 

enjoyment and teamwork. Practices take place Monday 

through Friday, starting as early 3:30pm up to 7 pm, and 

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting as early as 

2:45pm. Games take place 2-3 times per week, between 

4 and 7pm. Teams will travel as far as Half Moon Bay and 

transportation will not be provided. Please be sure to 

attend Parent Night to schedule carpools. 

Ages: 10y-15y 

Instructor: MSA Coach 

Fees: Residents & Non-Residents $335 

Capacity: 12 

Fletcher 

Session Code 

Session Name 





Session Code 

Session Name 





Session Code 

Registration August 18 at 8:30am 

Session Name 

29118 Green 6th Grade 



Fletcher Registration August 18 at 8:30am 

Session Code Session Name 

29100 Fletcher 6th-8th Grades 


Session Code 

Session Name 

29101 JLS 6th-8th Grades 


Session Code Session Name 

29102 Greene 6th-8th Grades 

Middle School Athletics 

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Adults 

Beginning Wheel Throwing with 

Joey Agcopra 

In this beginning to intermediate wheel class we will 

focus on creating functional dinnerware. New students 

will receive hands on instruction to build their 

proficiency on the wheel. Students with experience 

will be encouraged to work more independently and 

learn how to create more complex forms. Independent 

project ideas are welcome and will receive instruction as 

needed. 

Wheel Throwing with 

Hsin-Chuen Lin 

This course focuses on wheel throwing. Students will 

learn basic and advanced methods of centering clay, 

forming cylinders and bowls, trimming, surface 

treatments, and altering forms. This class is appropriate 

for beginners and advanced students. Advanced 

students will learn from instructor demonstrations 

and will receive individual attention on independent 

projects. 

Adult Classes 

Spectrum 

Friendly 

Introduction to Ceramics 

with Miki Shim 


new program! 

This 10-week course is designed for those with little to 

no experience but is open to all levels. 

Class participants will gain clay knowledge, construction 

techniques, and best practices in working with clay. 

Step-by-step style instruction will cover hand-building 

projects, introduction to throwing on the wheel, and 

cover various glazing techniques. 

Firing and glazes included. Clay must be purchased 

at the Art Center ($25 per 25lb). Basic ceramic tool kit 

required (available at class for $15). 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Miki Shim Rutter 


Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Ceramics Studio 

Capacity: 20 


30480 Tues, Sept 13- Nov 15 10a-1p 

Guardian 

participation 

required 

Ceramics with Gary Clarien 

Material fee 

in addition 

to class fee. 

This class will address wheel throwing and hand 

building. Additionally, surface treatments will be 

emphasized. This class will also cover a variety of 

techniques as well as glazing and firing. All levels of 

experience welcome. Advanced students will learn from 

instructor demonstrations and will receive individual 

attention on independent projects. 




Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Gary Clarien 



Capacity: 15 


30474 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 19 10a-1p 




Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Joey Agcopra 



Capacity: 20 


30479 Thu, Sept 15- Nov 17 7p-10p 

Intermediate/Advanced 

Wheel Throwing 

In this intermediate and advanced class, the focus will 

be serving vessels. Each week we will discuss strategies 

and techniques to create forms such as pitchers, 

platters, and casserole dishes. 




Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Joey Agcopra 



Capacity: 20 


30478 Wed, Sept 14- Nov 16 6:30p-9:30p 




Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Hsin-Chuen Lin 



Capacity: 20 


30472 Thu, Sept 15- Nov 17 10a-1p 

Hand Building with 

Hsin-Chuen Lin 

This course focuses on Hand building. Hsin will 

demonstrate and teach one project per week based 

on slab build techniques. We are making Sushi plates, 

pencil holders, Ikebana vessels, pitchers, and baskets, 

with additional attention given to texture and sgraffito 

decoration. Advanced students will learn from instructor 

demonstrations and will receive individual attention on 

independent projects. 




Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Hsin-Chuen Lin 



Capacity: 20 


30473 Fri, Sept 9 - Nov 18* 10a-1p 


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Adult Classes

Adult Classes 

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Self Directed Ceramics Projects 

This course is for advanced ceramics students who have 

taken at least two previous ceramics classes at the Palo 

Alto Art Center* and want to access the studio during 

open studio drop-in hours for the entire session for a flat 

fee. Only work made in the PAAC studios will be fired. 

*No exceptions made to two-class prerequisite. 

Firing and glazes included. Clay must be purchased at 

the Art Center ($25 per 25lb). 

Ages: 18y+ 



Capacity: 45 


30475 Tue-Sun, Sept 13-Nov 20* Varies Daily 


Ceramics Drop-In Pass 

This pass is for students enrolled in instructed ceramics 

classes who want unlimited use of the ceramics studio 

during the open studio drop-in hours this quarter for a 

flat fee. 

Day passes are available for students who prefer not to 

get the quarterly Drop-In Pass. This pass NOT required 

for Self-Directed Projects students. 

YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN CERAMICS IN ORDER TO 

USE THIS PASS. 

Ages: 18y+ 




30481 Tue-Sun Sept 13-Nov 20* Varies Daily 


Fall Ceramics Firing Service 

Firing Service is exclusively for students who 

participated in the Art Center’s Curbside Program. 

Online enrollment is no longer available. To enroll email 

fanny.retsek@cityofpaloalto.org or call (650) 617-3525. 

Participants must drop-off and pick-up their wares in the 

Art Center Ceramics studio during drop-in hours (see 

receipt for hours). Participants must appropriately 

shelve all wares to be fired. 

Take-home glazes are no longer included. However, 

participants may glaze during drop-in hours (included in 

firing service fee) or can purchase for $10/pint. 

Ages: 18y+ 



Capacity: 15 


30476 Tue-Sun, Sept 13-Nov 20* Varies Daily 


Ceramics Fall Extension 

Open to students enrolled in fall 2022 ceramics classes 

only. This extension allows access to the studio during 

studio hours for a flat fee. Finish up your projects or 

make a few more. 

Please note: Wares made during extension will NOT be 

done in time for the holidays. 

Ages: 18y+ 




30477 Tue-Sun, Nov 22-Dec 18* Varies Daily 

*No Class 11/24, 11/25, 12/2, 12/3 

Acrylic Painting 

Exciting breakthroughs with acrylic paint allow it to be 

handled more like traditional oil paint: slower drying 

time, buttery consistency, and smooth mix-ability. Learn 

how to handle and control this marvelous medium with 

easy to follow step-by-step methods. Class will cover 

staging your picture, color theory, design, materials, 

techniques, and tricks. 

Instructor will go over materials needed for the quarter 

at the first class. Please bring any acrylic painting 

materials you already have. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Richard Becker 


Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Studio A 

Capacity: 15 


30470 Tue, Sept 13- Nov 15 10a-1p 

Painting: Beginning & Beyond 

This class is a one-room schoolhouse! Ann prompts 

students with a skills assignment each week. The 

starting assignments are geared to help raw beginners, 

but students of all levels can find them useful. Many 

students prefer the independent study route and will 

get support in pursuing their own artistic practice. 

Beginners and all other skill levels are welcome. Acrylic, 

watercolor, oil, and pastel are welcome. 

Please see annmcmillanart.com for updated materials 

lists. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Ann McMillan 



Capacity: 20 


30814 Fri, Sept 9- Nov 18* 10a-1p 


30813 Thu, Sept 15- Nov 17 7p-10p 

Plein Air Painting 

Let’s go outside and paint! This class will explore kits, 

methods and techniques for painting outdoors. Students 

will learn to compose outdoors and mix confident 

colors for field sketches. We will meet at the Rinconada 

Community Gardens, at Baylands, Westwind Community 

Barn and other local sites. Beginners and experienced 

students are welcome: watercolor, oil, pastel and acrylic 

painters are welcome. 

First class session meets in the Art Center Sculpture 

Garden. 

Please see annmcmillanart.com for materials list. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Ann McMillan 


Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Sculpture Garden 

and other local Palo Alto sites. 

Capacity: 15 


30815 Thu, Sept 15- Nov 3 9a-12p 

Watercolor 

Using images from still life and landscape, students will 

learn the basics of watercolor painting. We will cover 

wet-in-wet, drybrush, washes, and glazes. Most 

importantly, we will become familiar with the behavior 

of water, our complex partner in the painting process. 

Explore a variety of papers, pigments, and brushes. 

Learn about composition, design, and color theory. 

Instructor will go over materials needed for the quarter 

at the first class. Please bring any watercolor materials 

you already have. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 20 


30471 Sat, Sept 17- Nov 19 10a-1p 

Adult Classes 

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37

Adult Classes 

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From Calligraphy to Painting, 

Scholastic Brush Works on Paper 

Ink on paper is a noble art from ancient China. It helps 

fine motor skills, hand-and- mind coordination, 

observations and expressions of emotions in artful 

forms. This class teaches fundamentals of writing 

Chinese characters with soft brush pen, creating 

calligraphic strokes, and developing the abstract writing 

of Gentlemen’s painting, or Four Noble Ones, a 

collective term referring to the different calligraphic 

representations of four plants: the plum blossom, the 

orchid, the bamboo, and the chrysanthemum. 

Materials included. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Zhihong Yang 



Capacity: 10 


30806 Wed, Sept 14- Nov 16 7p-9p 

Beginning Drawing & Introduction 

to Art 

This introductory class teaches the foundations needed 

to express your creativity through drawing and painting. 

Learn to see like an artist, explore media, create 

dynamic compositions, draw in perspective, and use 

light and shadow on form. We start with charcoal 

drawing and learn the basics. We end with an 

introduction to color theory and painting, learning the 

difference between oil, acrylic and watercolor. After this 

class you will be set for your next art adventure! 

Please bring pencil and paper to first class meeting. We 

will discuss additional supplies at that time. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 20 


30469 Thu, Sept 15-Nov 17 10a-12:30p 

Visual Storytelling: Creating and 

Publishing a Graphic Novel 

In this class students will experience the excitement of 

creating and publishing a collaborative graphic novel! 

Learn how to develop a memorable story, applying 

the fundamentals of visual storytelling: storyboarding, 

thumbnailing, character design, picture composition, 

camera angles, layout, etc. Additional topics include 

narrative art techniques, book layout, cover design, 

promotion, and publishing. Participants collaborate to 

organize their individual stories into a cohesive digital 

graphic novel followed by an exhibition in the Art Center 

Studio Gallery. 

Students may use the traditional media of their choice 

or digital tools (must bring own laptop/tablet). All levels 

welcome. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Daniele Archambault 



Capacity: 12 


30468 Tue, Sept 13-Nov 15 6:30p-8:30p 

Drypoint with Color Techniques I 

Drypoint is an intaglio printmaking technique using a 

small plastic or metal plate, print paper, and a 

hand-pulled printing press. The plate is hand drawn 

with a sharp tool, creating lines and tone. In this class 

we also learn to mix ink, wipe your plate intaglio-style, 

and a variety of fun color techniques such as chine 

colle (collage), glazing, and a la poupee. We will focus 

on completing one small color edition. No experience 

necessary. 

Materials fee $50 due at first class includes most 

supplies. Please bring: pencil, narrow sharpie-like pen; 

sketchbook; gloves, X-ACTO knife or sharp scissors, 

apron, image reference material. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Susanne Smith 



Capacity: 7 


30826 Sun, Sept 25-Oct 16 10a-1p 

Expressive Monotype 

A monotype is a one-of-a-kind print. The process is one 

of experimentation and surprise. Etching ink is painted 

or rolled onto a printing plate and then printed on paper 

using a hand-pulled etching press. The plate can be 

reworked and added to for new or related images. This 

class will cover additive and subtractive techniques, 

masking, ghost images, counter proofs, viscosity and 

chine collé (collaging with the press). 

Materials fee to instructor: $35 

Printmaking Paper available in class: $5 per sheet 

Please bring: apron, gloves, rags, paint brushes, 

chopstick/dowel, sketch book, image reference 

materials, textural materials 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 7 


30821 Wed, Sept 14-Oct 19 10am-2pm 

Beginner & Intermediate Jewelry 

Fabrication 

Whether you’re looking to learn the basics or to expand 

your existing skills, this class will do just that. We’ll 

explore the vital basic techniques to jewelry fabrication 

and metalsmithing as well as introduce new skills based 

on interest. Our wonderful studio has all the tools and 

equipment to take your jewelry making to the next level 

and beyond. This class is for both beginners and 

experienced students who wish to expand their skillsets. 

$35 kit fee due at first class (includes base metals sheets, 

wire, flux, ochre, solder, tracing paper, templates, rivets, 

tubes, jump rings and sharpie) 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Kelly Harrison 


Location: Palo Alto Art Center | Studio B 

Capacity: 15 


30816 Tue, Sept 20-Nov 8 10a-1p 

30817 Tue, Sept 20-Nov 8 6p-9p 

Jewelry Lost Wax Casting 

Lost-wax casting has been used since around the fourth 

millennium BC and is still how most pieces of cast jewelry 

are created today. Wax lets you be creative with your 

designs in a way that is different from fabrication and 

soldering since it’s much more fluid and sculptural. The 

possibilities of what you can create with wax, fire, and 

molten metal are endless! Join us and experience the 

wonderful world of wax carving and casting. 

Kit fee of $35 due at start of class (Kit includes access to 

a variety of consumables including carving wax, sprue 

wax, etc) 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 13 


30819 Wed, Sept 21-Nov 9 6p-9p 

Basketry: Beginning & Beyond 

Basketry is one of the oldest art forms known to 

humans. Our focus is on exploring techniques and 

materials, and developing a weaving practice. Beginners 

start with coil basketry using yarn and rope, followed 

by raffia and seagrass. Additional techniques include 

twining and plaiting with round and flat reed or 

willow. Students can experiment with their own found 

or purchased fibers. Advanced/continuing students can 

work independently to master their skills and learn new 

techniques. 

Please bring $30 material fee payable to instructor. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Charlene Chow 



Capacity: 12 


30467 Fri, Sept 9-Nov 18 10a-12p 

Adult Classes 

39 

39

Adult Classes 

40 

Structures 

This intermediate to advanced class will take your 

arrangements to the next level. Patience will be helpful 

as we create structures and integrate them with flowers. 

Structures will include: natural branches, wire, 

“baskets”, and teacher’s choice. 

There is an additional Materials Fee of $150 for this 

class, payable to instructor, which includes all 

materials and botanicals for the weekly structures. The 

high fee reflects the current increased costs for quality 

floral materials. Students may bring their own shears or 

use those provided in class. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Jennifer Hess 



Capacity: 15 


30812 Fri, Oct 21-Nov 18 3p-4:30p 

Floral Design Exploration 

This class explores a survey of standard Western floral 

design compositions. Each week the students will create 

and take home a new arrangement. 

There is an additional Materials Fee of $200 for this 

class, payable to instructor, which includes a vase and 

all botanicals for the weekly designs. The high fee reflects 

the current increased costs for quality floral materials. 

Students may bring their own shears or use those 

provided in class. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 15 


30807 Fri, Sept 9-Oct 14 3p-4:30p 

Primitive Casting Workshop 

Learn the amazing techniques of primitive casting! 

- Cuttlefish Casting 

- Broom Casting 

- Water Casting 

- Other primitive mold types 

Cuttlefish casting is an ancient technique used in 

Mediterranean, Germanic and other cultures since the 

seventh century. We’ll also pour metals into brooms, 

water, and other primitive molds to produce stunning, 

unique pieces or elements you can add to other pieces 

without a huge time investment. Post casting we’ll learn 

basic polishing and finishing. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 10 


30820 Sat, Oct 8-22 10a-12p 

Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop 

Make a long lasting pumpkin centerpiece using a 

pumpkin, dried materials and botanicals. 

$40 materials fee payable to instructor includes all you 

will need to make your beautiful season arrangement. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 20 


30809 Sat, Oct 15 2p-4p 

Fall Seasonal Arrangement 

with Fall Leaves 

Celebrate the season by creating an arrangement using 

fall leaves, dried materials and fall flowers. 

There is an additional Materials Fee of $65 for this class, 

payable to instructor, which includes a vase and all 

botanical materials. The high fee reflects the current 

increased costs for quality floral materials. Students 

may bring their own shears or use those provided in 

class. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 18 


30810 Sat, Oct 29 2p-4p 

Fall Seasonal Arrangement 

with Berries & Seed Pods 

Celebrate the season by creating an arrangement using 

fall berries, seed pods, pine cones. 






class. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 18 


30811 Sat, Nov 5 2p-4p 

Winter Floral Arrangement 

Workshop 

Take a moment to breathe. Let’s play with some winter 

whites and make a lovely winter themed arrangement. 






class. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 18 


30808 Sat, Nov 12 2p-4p 

Adult Classes 

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Adult Classes 

Large Format Monotype 

Workshop 

Explore large format monotypes with printmaker 

Susanne Smith. In this supervised open session work on 

your own images and ideas with gusto. We will use 

Plexiglass plates and a hand-pulled printing press to 

create our unique images in a variety of monotype 

techniques. Each workshop will have a short 

demonstration on a relevant technique for monotype, 

followed by open time for printing. 

Materials Fee to instructor: $20 

Printmaking Paper available in class: $5 per sheet 

Please bring these supplies: apron, gloves, rags, sketchbook, 

pen/pencil, fine Sharpie, chopstick/dowel, image 

reference materials, paint brushes. 

Ages: 18y+ 




Capacity: 7 


30827 Sun, Nov 6 10a-4p 

Indigo Shibori Workshop 

Discover how easy it is to prepare an instant indigo vat. 

Then dye your natural fiber clothing, linens and fabrics 

in gorgeous blue and white patterns by tying, clamping, 

folding and wrapping. Watch your work turn blue in the 

air as it oxidizes. Colored dye pots will also be available 

for over-dyeing to create complex multi-color patterns. 

Materials fee is $20 payable to instructor. 

Please also bring these supplies: 

- Small clothing items like t-shirts, socks and blouses 

made of cotton, linen, bamboo or rayon; and/or 

pillowcases and cloth napkins 

- Large old towel 

- A few strong small plastic bags 

- Scissors 

- One pair of loose fitting, long dishwashing gloves 

*Please wear old clothes and bring a lunch* 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Joy-Lily 



Capacity: 12 


30482 Sun, Nov 13 11a-3:30p 

Mindful Yoga/Meditation for 

Feeling Great with Surfer Mike 

Give yourself the gift of relaxation through mindfulness 

meditation, yoga and other mindful movement. All ages 

and levels welcome. 

* Calm the mind while developing present moment 

awareness. 

* Open the body through an inward self-inspired style of 

yoga. 

* Listen to your body and feel deep openings and inner 

body awareness. 

Renew, revitalize and learn to lower stress. Let go of 

aches, pains and feel great! Discover inner peace and 

well-being. 

Please bring your own mat. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Surfer Mike 


Location: Lucie Stern Community Center | Ballroom 

Capacity: 25 


30982 Mon, Oct 17 - Nov 28 4p - 5:15p 

Tai-Chi (Chen style) & Qigong 

Chen style Taiji is widely acknowledged as the ancestor 

of all TaiChi styles, incorporating martial arts and health 

benefits which may improve lifelong physical 

wellness, mind-body connection, stress reduction, 

better joint mobility, physiological functions, 

concentration, body coordination, balance, immune 

system, physical strength & flexibility. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Master Loren Chin 



Capacity: 30 


30837 Wed, Sept 7 - Dec 14 6p - 7:30p 

Modern Dance For Everyone 

Explore the fundamentals of modern dance while 

building strength, learning choreography, and 

connecting with your community! Class begins with a 

warm-up sequence that builds the foundations of dance 

technique, then concludes with learning choreography 

that lets students express and have fun. Students will 

dance to a variety of music from jazz/blues to 

contemporary/pop. 

Class is danced in socks, bare feet, or dance shoes. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Lydia Feuerhelm 



Capacity: 15 


30983 Tue, Sept 27 - Oct 25 6:45p -7:45p 

30984 Tue, Nov 1- 29 6:45p- 7:45p 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Lydia Feuerhelm 



Capacity: 15 


30985 Tue, Dec 6-20 6:45p- 7:45p 

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43 

Adult Classes

Adult Classes 

44 

Beginning Line Dance- Hyflex 

Classic line dances featuring music from swing, country 

western, Latin, Ballroom, and Zydeco traditions forms. 

Emphasis on developing dance “presence” and poise as 

well as building skill and endurance. An outrageously 

fun way to stay in shape, make new friends, and 

energize mind, body, and spirit. Singles and couples 

welcome! No partners necessary. 

The Beginning section focuses on absolute beginners 

and experienced dancers who want to review, warm-up 

or build dance skills. Easier dances taught at a slower 

pace. 

To attend virtually, please contact Donna at: 

donna95070@gmail.com 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Donna Frankel 



(can be attended virtually) 

Capacity: 25 


30904 Tue, Sept 20- Dec 6* 10:15a - 11:15a 


Intermediate Line Dance- Hyflex 

Classic line dances featuring music from swing, country 

western, Latin, Ballroom, and Zydeco traditions forms. 

Emphasis on developing dance “presence” and poise as 

well as building skill and endurance. An outrageously 

fun way to stay in shape, make new friends, and 

energize mind, body, and spirit. Singles and couples 

welcome! No partners necessary. 

This section is designed for dancers who have had at 

least one basic line dance series. Attention to styling and 

a variety of dances will be taught. Skill level: 

advanced-beginners to mid-intermediate. Practice 

between classes is helpful but not required. 

To attend virtually, please contact Donna at: 

donna95070@gmail.com 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Donna Frankel 



(can be attended virtually) 

Capacity: 25 


30905 Tue, Sept 20- Dec 6* 11:15a - 12:15p 


Argentine Tango & Practice 

Argentine Tango originated from Buenos Aires, 

Argentina. It is one of the most beautiful, sensual, and 

elegant Latin dances. 

The Argentine Tango class is one and a half hours. In 

the first half hour, we will start with fundamental Tango 

exercises that lead to a specific tango move. This class 

is progressive and will be followed with one hour of 

practice. We welcome all levels of dancers and a partner 

is not necessary. 

Practice is for students to practice the steps that are 

taught in class and improve their technique with the 

guidance of the instructor. 

Requirement: dance shoes or shoes with leather or 

suede soles. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Natasha Ng 



Capacity: 26 


30853 Thu, Sept 8-29 7:30p-10p 

30856 Thu, Oct 6 - 27 7:30p -10p 

30857 Thu, Nov 10- Dec 8 7:30p- 10p 

Beginning Ice Skating 

Beginning Ice Skating Classes are for skaters who have 

never had lessons, move slowly or have never skated. 

Includes ½ hour group class once a week and rental 

skates and practice time on the public session in 

progress that day. For higher level classes please 

contact Winter Lodge directly. 

Ages: 18y+ 

Instructor: Winter Lodge 



Capacity: 10 


30850 Wed, Oct 12- Nov 16 8p- 8:30p 

Passport to Retirement 

This class provides comprehensive information for any 

one planning for retirement. Learn how to overcome 

roadblocks, assess the costs, manage your income 

sources, select retirement plan distribution choices, 

and ‘inflation proof’ your income. Other topics include 

estate planning, social security, and lifestyle issues. 

Spouse/guest can attend at no charge. 

Ages: 40y+ 

Instructor: Peter Evans, CLU ChFC 



Matadero Room 

Capacity: 25 


30829 Thu, Sept 8 - 22 6:30p- 9p 

30828 Tue, Sept 13-27 6:30p-9p 

Rejuvenate Your Retirement 

This unique and comprehensive course focuses on the 

issues and concepts important to retirees. In 

straightforward language, explained are financial 

strategies such as tax-efficient income planning, lifestyle 

preservation, inflation protection, and providing a 

legacy. Includes a 143-page workbook. Spouse/Guest 

may attend at no additional charge. 

Ages: 55y+ 

Instructor: Peter Evans, CLU ChFC 



Matadero Room 

Capacity: 25 


30831 Wed, Sept 7- 14 1p - 3:30p 

30830 Mon, Sept 12-19 10a-12:30p 

Beginning Pickleball 

If you’re new or just getting started with Pickleball, this 

class is for you! You’ll learn: stance, basic footwork, 

positioning with dinking, volleying, serving, returning 

and transitioning forward. Player will also be taught 

basic doubles strategy through fun games and drills. 

Students should bring their own paddles, wear court 

shoes, bring water and wear a hat. All other equipment 

will be provided. 

Ages: 16y+ 

Instructor: Salvador B. Lopez Jr. 

PPR/ITPTA Certified Teaching Pro 


Location: Mitchell Park | Pickleball Courts 

Capacity: 8 


30961 Mon, Sept 19 - Oct 17 11a- 12:15p 

30963 Wed, Sept 21 - Oct 19 11a- 12:15p 

30965 Thurs, Sept 22 - Oct 20 4:45p-6p 

30962 Mon, Oct 31 - Dec 5* 11a- 12:15p 


30964 Wed, Nov 2 - Dec 7* 11a-12:15p 


30977 Thurs, Nov 3 - Dec 15* 4:45p- 6p 

*No Class 11/10, 11/24 

Intermediate Pickleball 

If you have learned pickleball and want to go to the next 

level then this is the clinic for you. Students will 

develop and learn play from the non-volley zone 

including dinking strategy, Block volleys, lobs, third shot 

drops and drives. Players will also be taught double 

strategy through fun games, drill and more. Bring your 

own paddles, water and a hat. Wear court shoes. 

Ages: 16y+ 





Capacity: 8 


30969 Mon, Sept 19 - Oct 17 9:30a -10:45a 

30971 Wed, Sept 21 - Oct 19 9:30a- 10:45a 

30972 Thu, Sept 22 - Oct 20 6:15p-7:30p 

30973 Mon, Oct 31 - Dec 5* 8a-9:15a 


30974 Wed, Nov 2 - Dec 7* 8a-9:15a 


30978 Thu, Nov 3 - Dec 15* 6:15p-7:30p 

*No Class 11/10, 11/24 

Adult Classes 

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45

Adult Classes 

Advanced Intermediate Pickleball 

This class is for the player who wants to keep on 

improving. The students will learn all situations as a 

pickleball player. A drill forward session with many 

situational games and match play. Be prepared to break 

a sweat and have some fun!!! 

Ages: 16y+ 





Capacity: 8 


30975 Mon, Sept 19 - Oct 17 8a-9:15a 

30980 Wed, Sept 21 - Oct 19 8a- 9:15a 

30979 Mon, Oct 31 - Dec 5* 9:30a-10:45a 


30981 Wed, Nov 2 - Dec 7* 9:30a-10:45a 


Play Tennis the Stanford Way 

Individual Tennis Lessons 

Personal and semi-private (1-4 players) 

taught by the staff of Stanford Hall of 

Famer John Whitlinger and longtime 

Stanford/USPTAPro Tom Sarsfield 

WhitlingerSarsfieldTennis.com 

Group Lessons 

Director's Hourly Rate 

Stanford/USPTA Elite Pro Tom Sarsfield 

(408) 745-6171 

thomassarsfield@mac.com 

$100 for 1 player, $10 per hour more for 

each additional player 

Lessons at Rinconada Park #5-6 

Enjoy top-flight instruction from the staff of Stanford Hall of Famer John Whitlinger and 

longtime Stanford/USPTA Pro Tom Sarsfield. All classes will consist of eight hours of 

instruction with a max of 6 students unless stated otherwise.. Terrific Tiny Tennis classes 

will consist of six to eight 40 minute lessons. Students provide own rackets. 

IMPORTANT: In case of rain, contact the recreation dept. at 463-4900, Monday through 

Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm, within the hour before scheduled starting time for class status or 

check with the instructor by visiting WhitlingerSarsfieldTennis.com for contact information. 

If at any time the instructor is absent, report to the next scheduled lesson for makeup date. 

NO POSTPONEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE INITIATED BY THE INSTRUCTOR OR THE 

REC. DEPT. 

Unless notified to the contrary, make up lessons will be forwarded to the next normal 

meeting day and time. However, Fridays (for weekday lessons) or Sundays (for weekend 

lessons) may be used at the instructor’s discretion. NOTE:If an earlier class is postponed 

due to rain, all the following classes may also be postponed that day even if the courts 

become dry. 

*Pro's Hourly Rate 

$85 for one player, $5 per hour more for 

each additional person. (*$5 per hour 

discount for 3 (three) or more hours paid 

in advance) 

*For lessons at Mitchell Park #1-2, call 

USPTA Professionals 

Neil Da Silva (408) 398-5543, 

John Chan (650) 637-8809, 

Hung Nguyen (408) 499-2433, or 

Lisa Sarsfield (408) 745-6171 

*For lessons at Rinconada Park #5-6, 

Leo Marando (831) 537-6234, 

Megan Bryan (650) 759-8433, 

Sujan Bajracharya 650-787-7906. 

Or visit WhitlingerSarsfieldTennis.com 

for more contact information. 

Payment for lesson(s) must be given to 

the instructor at the time of your first 

lesson. Only checks payable to TOM 

SARSFIELD will be accepted (no cash or 

credit card). 

NEW TENNIS POLICY, PLEASE READ: 

WITHDRAWAL POLICY (TENNIS CLASSES ONLY): Families will have seven (7) days’ prior to the start date of the first tennis 

class to withdraw and receive a refund. If a refund is provided, the customer will have the option to receive the entire 

program fee as user credit on their Enjoy! account, or pay a $15 processing fee per program, per participant, for a refund to 

their original form of payment. Withdrawal requests received with less than 7 (seven) days notice will not receive a refund. 

TRANSFERS (TENNIS CLASSES ONLY): Families will have seven (7) days prior to the first day of the class to transfer to 

another class. Transfers are always subject to space availability and the customer is responsible for any additional 

program fees. 

POSTPONEMENTS for TENNIS: Postponements for rainouts, instructor illness, poor air quality, etc. will occur on the next 

class meeting date (this date will be beyond the scheduled dates listed when you signed up). 

Adult Novice Tennis 

Special service, only 3-6 players per class. Develop the 

essential techniques with emphasis on control, depth, 

and direction. Lesson will also incorporate rules, 

sportsmanship, and basic doubles play. 

Ages: 15y+ 



Capacity: 6 



31118 M & W, Sept 12 -Oct 5 7:30p-8:30p 

31119 Tue, Sept 13 - Nov 1 6:30p- 7:30p 

31123 M & W, Oct 17 -Nov 9 7:30p-8:30p 

Adult Low Intermediate Tennis 


who are consistent on a slow paced rally but needs to 

develop better depth and directional control and use 

of spin. Review and strengthen stroke techniques with 

more emphasis on basic strategy and tactics. 

Ages: 15y+ 



Capacity: 6 



31124 M & W, Sept 12 - Oct 5 10a -11a 

31125 Tue, Sept 13 - Nov 1 7:30p-8:30p 

31126 M & W, Oct 17 - Nov 9 10a -11a 



31127 Tu & Th, Sept 13- Oct 6 6:30p- 7:30p 

31128 Tu & Th, Oct 18 - Nov 10 6:30p-7:30p 

Adult Intermediate Tennis 


(NTRP 3.0) who are consistent on a medium paced rally 

but needs to develop more spin, power, and/or variety. 

Develop stroke techniques, strategy, and tactics with 

performance enhancing drills. 

Ages: 15y+ 



Capacity: 6 



31129 M & W, Sept 12 - Oct 5 11a-12p 

31130 M & W, Oct 17 - Nov 9 11a-12p 



31131 Tu & Th, Sept 13- Oct 6 7:30p-8:30p 

31132 Tu & Th, Oct 18 - Nov 10 7:30p-8:30p 

Advanced Players Tennis 

Longtime Stanford/USPTA Pro Tom Sarsfield will 

personally teach this dynamic clinic for Advanced 

Players (NTRP 3.5-4.5). Players will enhance their 

tactical and strategic play with competitive situational 

drills. Refine stroke techniques with Ball machine and 

Serving target drills. Only 3-6 players per Pro/court! 

Ages: 15y+ 



Capacity: 12 

Rinconada Courts 4, 5 & 6 


31133 Sat, Sept 17-Oct 8 10:30a-12p 

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Boost! 

Drop-in fitness class schedule 

please note- classes are ongoing and subject to change, please check our website 

for the most up-to-date information: cityofpaloalto.org/recreationclasses 

$15 daily drop-in 

$75 for 10 class pack ages 18-59, 

$65 for 10 class pack ages 60+ 

Boost! passes can be purchased 

online cityofpaloalto.org/enjoyonline 

and click on the membership tab or 

in-person at any registration site. 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 

Pilates Total Body 

Yue Whelchel 

9:30a-10:30a 

Cubberley L6 + 

VIRTUAL 

Class Locations: 

LSCC Ballroom: 1305 Middlefield Rd. 

Cubberley L6: 4000 Middlefield Rd. 

Alma Room: 3441 Alma St. 

Cardio Dance 

Kelly McGonigal 

9a-9:50a 

LSCC Ballroom 

Gentle Yoga Flow 

Leila McGrory 

10a-11:15a 

VIRTUAL 

Virtual! E-mail instructor for zoom link. 

Ailsa's Exercise 

Ailsa Ludvik 

9:15a-10:15a 

Cubberley L6 

ages 50+ 

Barre Fusion 

Yue Whelchel 

9:30a-10:30a 

Alma Room + 

VIRTUAL 

Cardio Dance 

Kelly McGonigal 

9a-9:50a 

LSCC Ballroom 

Gentle Yoga Flow 

Leila McGrory 

10a-11:15a 

VIRTUAL 

Class descriptions: 

Early Aerobics 

Jerrie Thurman 

8a-9:15a 

VIRTUAL 

Ailsa's Exercise 

Ailsa Ludvik 

9:15a-10:15a 

Cubberley L6 

ages 50+ 

Total Body 

Conditioning 

Yue Whelchel 

9:30a-10:30a 

Alma Room + VIRTUAL 

Zumba! 

Carla Kenworthy 

9a-10a 

Cubberley L6 

Ailsa's Exercise: Stay in shape and meet new friends! This exercise class works every part of your body and targets major muscle groups. Class begins with 

easy aerobic movements, and a half hour of upper body strengthening using hand weights, floor exercises for muscle toning, and stretching for flexibility. Wear 

fitness shoes with good soles for ankle support and stability. 

Gentle Yoga Flow Class: Class is for people new to Yoga, those interested or needing a gentle practice. Appropriate for seniors. Postures are practiced in a 

seated, lying and in a standing position to align, strengthen and increase flexibility. Emotional well being using meditation and breathing techniques are also 

used. A final relaxation period concludes the practice. Zoom invitations are sent weekly. Mat, block and strap are helpful. For Zoom details, please contact: 

earlings@hotmail.com 

Cardio Dance: A high-energy, low-impact workout set to Top 40 Dance and Pop Music. Each song has its own follow-along formula that combines dance 

steps and fitness moves. Experience the joy of movement, music, and self-expression while maintaining or elevating your fitness. 

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Early Aerobics: A great way to start the day! Class includes a thorough warm-up, low-impact cardio activity, interval training, full-body strengthening and 

conditioning with hand weights, balance, healthy back exercises and flexibility improvement. All choreographed to music. 

Email: jerrie.thurman@gmail.com for Zoom Login details. In-person instruction is TBD. Class will remain virtual. 

Zumba!: Welcome back to the studio and Saturday morning Zumba! Let’s start the weekend off with some heat and fun: Zumba is a low impact cardio workout 

- set to upbeat music and based on Latin and international rhythms - that will have you sweating and smiling and wondering where the hour went. This class is 

medium-fast-paced and designed for a moderate-high intensity workout, but I’m always happy to help with modifications. Send an email with any questions: 

unizumba@gmail.com 

The following 3 classes are taught by Yue Whelchel, NEW STUDENTS please email 

oceanyy2003@yahoo.com prior to attending a session or for the zoom link. 

Pilates Total Body: This class will provide a full-body workout for strength, flexibility, and core control. You will learn how to use your own body to create 

resistance and build strength from the core out. Through this athletic fusion of yoga and pilates, you will move quickly and powerfully to develop agility, core 

conditioning, balance, flexibility, and so much more. Just bring a mat, your beautiful body, spirit, and a towel. You will definitely work up a sweat! All levels are 

welcome. 

Barre Fusion: Get ready for a Barre-inspired full-body workout that burns fat and sculpts long, lean muscles. Enhance your flexibility, elevate your 

cardiovascular fitness, while lengthening and strengthening your muscles for truly uplifting results. You will use light weights (2-3lbs), resistance bands, 

chairs, and small towels to challenge yourself with a combination of basic ballet techniques. Always bring a pair of light weights, a towel to your work out! All 

levels are welcome. 

Total Body Conditioning: Focus strengthen major muscle groups with body-weight utilize a variety of exercise equipment such as dumb bells, resistance 

bands. This class is designed to teach you proper form with high repetition work to build muscular endurance. Great balance and core stabilization exercises 

are incorporated into this workout. Execution of many different exercises while putting emphasis on tone, strength and flexibility 

Please bring your own 5-8 lb weights. All levels are welcome. 

Gamble Garden is dedicated to maintaining and 

enhancing our historic house and garden as an oasis of 

beauty and tranquility, providing a community 

resource for horticultural education, inspiration, and 

enjoyment. 

We are a 2-1/2 acre garden and historic home, 

previously owned by the Gamble family and one of the 

oldest homes south of Embarcadero. The garden is 

open from sunrise to sunset and features multiple 

garden "rooms" to explore and enjoy. Gamble Garden 

is free and open to the public, 365 days a year. 

Gamble Garden 

1431 Waverley Street, Palo Alto 

650-329-1356 • www.gamblegarden.org 

U P C O M I N G E V E N T S 

Mark your calendars for these fun events at Gamble. 

To learn more and to register, scan the QR code below. 

FREE Second Saturday Family Tours & Activities 

Sat, Sep 10, Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 10, 10a-12p 

Children's Halloween Party 

Sat, Oct 29, 10:30a-11:30a 

Winter Festival 

Thu-Sat, Dec 1-3, 10a-4p 

Children's Holiday Party 

Sat, Dec 3, 10:30a-11:30a

For EVERYONE 

Seniors Table Tennis 

The Seniors Table Tennis Program is back! Currently located in the 

Pavilion at Cubberley Community Center. Cosponsored by the Palo Alto 

Tennis Club and the City of Palo Alto Recreation Division, the program is 

open for adults over the age of fifty-five (55+). The schedule for play is 

10a-2p every Tuesday, year round, except for holidays. 

Join us this moonlit Halloween season, for our third annual 

JACK-O-JAUNT 

Lytton Plaza 

Friday, October 28 

6:30p-8:30p 

OPENING THIS FALL 

Mitchell Park Teen Center 

ABOUT THE TEEN 

CENTER 

The Mitchell Park Teen Center is our drop-in space for middle school 

teens. With weekday hours during the school year, middle school teens 

in Palo Alto are able to enjoy all of the recreational amenities the 

center yields, including pool, foosball, ping pong, video games, 

basketball, and board games, all in a fun, safe, and supervised space. 

MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED 

#SquashGoals 

Jack-O-Jaunt 2022 winners. 

Be sure to carve out some time for fun! We hope to see you there! 

Palo Alto Recreation Foundation 

The Palo Alto Recreation Foundation (PARF) assists the City of Palo Alto Recreation Division by 

sponsoring and funding programs and special events that promote social, cultural, and recreational 

connections for Palo Alto residents, surrounding neighbors, and visitors. PARF enhances youth, 

senior, family and neighborhood interactions, and promotes recreation and wellness throughout the 

Palo Alto community. Visit www.parecfoundation.org for more information. 

VISIT US 

www.mitchellparkteenservices.org/thedrop 

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APPLY 

NOW! 

Plan and lead fun events with and for local 

teens! 

Be able to run for an officer position to be 

further involved 

Develop ideas, implements teen programs, 

and encourages teen involvement 

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN MAKING 

A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR 

COMMUNITY? 

The Palo Alto Youth Council (PAYC) is a 

team of committed youth leaders 

Members go to school or live in Palo Alto 

We address prevalent issues in the teen 

community 

We bring a youth perspective when we 

collaborate with our City Council 

REQUIREMENTS! 

High School Student 

Must live in Palo Alto 

or attend a school in 

Palo Alto 

Attend weekly 

meetings 

Help plan, lead, and 

organize activities or 

events for the teen 

community 

Advise City Staff and 

City Council on youth 

related issues 

DEADLINE! 

August 19 at 11:59pm 

INTERVIEWS 

August 22 - August 26 

paplayers.org 

Box Office: 650.329.0891 

wbopera.org 

Box Office: 650.424.9999 

Theatre Partners 

& their upcoming performances 

School of Rock 

Aug 26- Sept 11 

Disney's Beauty 

and the Beast 

Nov 2-20 

La traviata 

October 14, 

16, 22, 23 

Little Shop of Horrors 

Nov 30-Dec 24 

APPLY 

NOW! 

QUESTIONS? 

Contact Chris Penaranda at 

teen.services@CityofPaloAlto.org 

theatreworks.org 

Box Office: 877.662.8978

Current Exhibitions, Upcoming Community Events, 

and Drop-In Classes! 

Free Fall Exhibition: 

Fire Transforms 

September 17-December 10, 2022 

Current Exhibitions, Upcoming Community Events, 

and Drop-In Classes! 

Family Day - FREE! 

Sunday, October 23, 2p-4:30p 

A special celebration just for children and families, featuring hands-on art activities and special performances. 

Brian Fies, A Fire Story, 2019; 

expanded edition 2021, Ink on 

Bristol Board, Courtesy of the Artist 

In a new environmental era, we face an 

annual “fire season” that starts earlier and 

lasts longer, surprising us with its 

fierceness, speed, and scale, bombarding 

us with images of crisis and loss, and 

striking us with “climate fatigue,” an 

underlying fear that cycles of drought and 

wildfire will never end. How can we 

transform our fear, sadness, anger, and 

confusion into clarity, perhaps even calm 

and comfort? The artists in Fire Transforms 

show us ways to explore, reflect, and make 

sense of our questions about this new 

reality, in highly accomplished artworks 

ranging from photography and painting to 

installation, sculpture, ceramic, textile, and 

digital media. 

Fire Transforms is part of a series of exhibitions and 

public programs at the Palo Alto Art Center 

focused on climate, Climate Connections. 

Free Associated Programs: 

Friday Night at the Art Center 

Friday, September 23, 6p-8p with a 

Palo Alto Art Center members’ preview 

from 5-6 p.m. featuring a walkthrough 

with guest curator Rina Faletti, Ph.D. 

Fire Transforms Virtual Artist 

Conversations 

Friday, November 18, 5p 

Friday, December 9, 5p 

For more information, please visit 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/artcenter 

Studio Holiday Sale 

If you are looking for handmade gifts for the holidays, the Art 

Center Studio Holiday Sale is your one-stop shop! Our sale 

showcases unique artwork created by local artists working in 

the studios at the Palo Alto Art Center. Stunning and innovative 

jewelry, functional and fine art ceramics, paintings, drawings, 

and prints will be available. 

Drop-In Programs 

Palo Alto Art Center Members’ Preview: 

Friday, December 2, 2022 

5:30-7:30 p.m. 

Join today at www.paacf.org 

Public Sale: 

Saturday, December 3, 2022 

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

Drop-in programs are an opportunity to work independently in the company of other artists. No registration is 

required, just come when you can. No instruction is provided. Bring your own supplies. Easels, drawing 

boards and tables are available. Payment is made onsite directly to the group coordinator. 

Great Glass Pumpkin Patch - Free! 

Saturday, October 1 & Sunday, October 2 

10a-5p 

Who doesn’t love a pumpkin patch? Especially one made of 

thousands of hand-crafted glass pumpkins! For more than 26 

years, the Bay Area Glass Institute (BAGI), the Palo Alto Art 

Center, and the Palo Alto Art Center Foundation have 

sponsored California’s largest Great Glass Pumpkin Patch on 

the grounds of the Art Center, drawing thousands of visitors 

from around the country every year. 

More than 25 artists take months to hand-blow and 

hand-craft the more than 10,000 beautiful glass pumpkins, 

which range from teeny-tiny to gargantuan. The pumpkins 

come in all colors and various shapes. 

Glass-demonstrations will happen continuously throughout 

the weekend. 

Drop-In Figure Painting & Drawing 

Try your hand at painting a portrait or drawing a 

reclining figure. These long-pose sessions are the 

ideal opportunity to work from the figure to develop a 

finished piece or move around the model to do a 

series of short sketches. 

Ages: 18+ 

Fee: $10-15 


Capacity: 22 

Tuesdays (costumed model), 1:30p-4:30p 

Thursdays (nude model), 1:30p-4:30p 

These sessions feature both short and long poses 

with a nude model. Reserve your spot and pay in 

advance online: www.bookeo.com/PAAC-TueFigure 

Ages: 18+ 

Fee: $10 


Capacity: 22 

Tuesdays, 6p-9p 

Collage Drop-In 

Join our Collage Drop-in Group for weekly informal 

demonstrations that cover a variety of techniques 

based on group interest. Please bring all your own 

supplies. 

Ages 18+ 

Fee: $10 


Capacity: 20 

Wednesdays, 10a-1p 

Open Jewelry Studio and Paula Kirkeby 

Press Printmaking Drop-in Programs 

Our printmaking and jewelry studios are open for experienced 

printmakers and jewelers who want to work independently in 

our well-equipped studios. You must be at least 18 and meet 

eligibility requirements. Program membership is required. A day 

pass to use the studio is $12 for Palo Alto Residents and $14 

for Non-Residents. Please contact the Art Center for more 

information and to schedule an assessment and orientation. 

Call 650-329.2366 or email artcenter@cityofpaloalto.org. 

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VISIT THE LIBRARY 

EVENTS & PROGRAMS 

Events are subject to change. For most up-to-date event 

information and registration, visit bit.ly/seePACLevents. 

BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS 

Need an idea for what to read next? Check out 

our Shelf Made service to get five titles 

recommended just for you by a librarian! 

Visit: bit.ly/enjoyshelfmade 

All five branches are open for browsing, pickups, 

studying and computer use. For hours, please check 

bit.ly/PACLServices. 

CONTACT US 

(650) 329-2436 

pa.library@cityofpaloalto.org 

FOLLOW US 

@paloaltolibrary 

SUPPORT THE FRIENDS OF 

THE PALO ALTO LIBRARY 

Over the past 10 years, FOPAL has donated over $3 

million to purchase much-needed books, media, online 

resources, equipment, and unique adult, teen and 

children’s programs for Palo Alto’s public libraries. 

For more details about donations and sales, visit 

www.fopal.org or call Janette Herceg, Director of 

Volunteer & Community Engagement at: 650-494-1266. 

FOR CHILDREN 

Storytimes 

Please visit bit.ly/seePACLevents for the full schedule, 

including one weekly virtual storytime! 

FOR TEENS 

Shelf Speak Podcast 

Anchor.fm/ShelfSpeak 

The Teen Library Advisory Board has launched their very own 

podcast, Shelf Speak! Tune in for book, movie, and tv 

recommendations and to hear TLAB's two cents on current 

events. Listen now on Spotify, Google Podcasts, RadioPublic, 

or Anchor. New episodes released monthly. 

Teach a Librarian To Play Videogames 

1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 5–6 PM 

Twitch.tv/PaloAltoLibrary 

Join us for our monthly Twitch streams at bit.ly/enjoyTwitch. 

FOR ADULTS 

ESL Conversation Group 

Wednesdays, 11 AM–12 PM | Online Event 

Designed for adults 18 and up. Join us for an hour to practice 

speaking and listening in English in a friendly and informal 

setting. Registration required. 

ESL Book Club 

First Wednesday of the month, 7–8 PM | Online Event 

Designed for adults 18 and up. Join us to discuss award-winning 

books, relevant topics, and some classics in English. Registration 

required. 

Saturday Board Games Day 

First Saturday of the month, 10 AM–6 PM 

Downtown Library 

Drop in for a full day of modern board gaming! Bring your own 

games to play or jump-in with others. 

Medicare Mysteries Solved! 

First Saturday of the month, 1–3 PM | Online Event 

Are you or a loved one getting ready to apply for Medicare and 

need some advice? Register for a monthly workshop presented 

by Sandra Karol, MS, RDMS, RVT. Email isail2@earthlink.net to 

register. 

STEAM Lab Saturday 

First Saturday of the month, 12–12:30 PM 

Check the library calendar for location. Join Librarian 

Alicia for a fun-filled STEAM activities. 

Teen Library Advisory Board (TLAB) 

Do you have a passion for reading or libraries? Are you 

interested in serving the local teen community? Consider 

joining our Teen Library Advisory Board! As a member of 

TLAB, you will assist the library on programs, brainstorm 

creative ways to promote library materials, and be a part 

of our podcast, Shelf Speak. Grades 8-12. If interested, 

please email Molly at LibraryTeens@CityofPaloAlto.org. 

Submit a Book Review 

Calling all teens, ages 13-18, we are offering volunteer 

hours for book reviews! For more information and to 

submit, visit bit.ly/teenspage. 

Brown Bag Book Club 

Second Tuesday of the month, 12–1 PM | Online Event 

Enjoy a bit of intellectual nourishment before lunch with 

members of the Brown Bag Book Club. Check the 

library’s online calendar to find out what titles we’re 

reading. Registration required. 

Graphic Novel Book Club 

Second Thursday of the month, 7–8:30 PM 

Online Event 

Join us every month for book discussions on a graphic 

novel, led by Danièle Archambault, Ph.D. (Linguistics). 

For adults and teens ages 16 and up. Email 

Daniele@DanieleBD.com to join. 

Stay Woke: A Social Justice Book Club 

Second Saturday of the month, 11 AM–12 PM 

Online Event 

Interested in social justice and human rights? Are you 

looking to gain a greater understanding of the 

inequalities in the world around you? If so, this book 

club might be for you! Registration required. 

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UPSKILL 2022 

Want to learn a new skill? With your library card, 

you can access six top online learning platforms 

thanks to funding from the California State Library 

and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) 

Workforce Development & Support program. 

The online learning platforms include: 

LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) 

Coursera 

Skillshare 

GetSetup 

Northstar 

Learning Express 

Access to these amazing learning resources is 

available through September 30, 2022. 

More information at: bit.ly/enjoyupskill22 

PALO ALTO CITY LIBRARY PRESENTS 

re:Maker Fair 

Join us for all-ages interactive activities & 

presentations on sustainable technology & home living. 

eLibrary Resources 

Mango Languages 

Have you always wanted to learn a new language? Choose from 70 different 

languages and English-learning tools available online or through the app. 

Visit: bit.ly/enjoy-mango 

Axis360 

Your next great read is at your fingertips! Explore bestselling eBooks and 

eAudiobooks on Axis360. Visit: bit.ly/enjoy-axis360 

11 AM 

3 PM 

SATURDAY 

SEPT. 10, 2022 

MITCHELL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 

FREE FOR 

ALL AGES! 

More info: library.cityofpaloalto.org 

Need assistance with the library’s eBooks, audiobooks and streaming media on 

your devices? Visit library.cityofpaloalto.org/ehelp or call 650-838-2977. 

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Human Services 

Our Mission: 

"To promote and sustain a safety net of services to improve the quality of life in the community." 

If you are looking for assistance and/or services in the Palo Alto area, please call the Office of Human 

Services at 463.4906 for a list of resources. Our in person services are currently available on an 

appointment basis. 

Health Services 

Access high quality and affordable family-based health care. Contact Ravenswood Family Health Network 

at 650.330.7400 

Child Care 

Human Services provides a listing and map of local licensed and accredited child care center and family 

child care homes, as well as school based after school care, go to www.cityofpaloalto.org/childcare. The 

City of Palo Alto also provides funding to subsidize child care for low income families, for more information, 

go to http://paccc.org/forms_and_resources/8-financial_aid 

If you have any further questions, please call us at 463.4906 

Services include FREE Breakfast (8:30a-10:30a), FREE Lunch (12:30p-2p), bus passes, case 

management, classes, coffee & snacks, coin laundry, coin showers, computers & Wi--Fi, 

emergency utilities & rental assistance, lockers, mailbox services, permanent housing 

assistance, shelter referrals, and toiletries. 

33 Encina Ave., Palo Alto | Phone: 853.8672 

Monday through Friday from 8a-4p. 

Food & Nutrition Programs 

Downtown Food Closet 

The Downtown Food Closet provides essential food to homeless and low-income 

individuals of Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and East Palo Alto. 

425 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto | Phone: 325.3663 

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 10a-2:30p 

Thursday: 10a-6:30p 

Saturday-Sunday: Closed 

LifeMoves Opportunity Services Center 

Information & Referral 

The City of Palo Alto provides Information and Referral services to help you find assistance in a variety of 

resource areas. 

Here are some ways to access our resource information: 

1) Check out our website at www.cityofpaloalto.org/ResourceReferral 

2) Call us at 463.4906 - Monday – Friday 8:30a – 5p. 

3) Email us at info&referral@cityofpaloalto.org 

Palo Alto Mediation Program 

www.pamediation.org 

Phone: 856.4062 | Fax: 408.720.0810 | 

E-Mail: PAMediation@housing.org 

Questions answered, conflicts resolved, FREE SERVICES 

OFFERED. Information and referrals for Landlords, Tenants, 

and Homeowners (deposits, repairs, evictions, noise, 

privacy, fences, trees and hedges, animals). Mediation and 

Conciliation of Disputes between landlords, tenants, 

neighbors, contractors, clients, businesses, consumers, 

employers, employees, co-workers, and others. 

Why Mediation? Mediation is convenient, confidential, 

informal, and effective. Mediation enables the parties to 

resolve disputes themselves and offers an alternative to 

going to court or doing nothing. 

Note: For information about the Mandatory Response 

Program, a special conciliation and mediation service for 

tenants and landlords, please visit: 

cityofpaloalto.org/gov/depts/csd/hs/mediation.asp 

The Palo Alto Mediation Program is administered by 

Project Sentinel in partnership with the City of Palo Alto. 

Resources for Families and 

Teachers of Young Chidren 

This resource website is brought to 

you courtesy of Palo Alto Advisory 

Committee on Early Care and 

Education in cooperation with the City 

of Palo Alto. It includes a variety of 

resources for parents, caregivers and 

educators regarding information on 

child development, behavioral 

challenges, parenting 

education/support groups, nutrition, 

educator resources and much more. 

To access go to 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/childresources 

South Palo Alto Food Closet 

670 East Meadow Drive, Room 9 

Open M-F in the afternoon (by appointment) 

Provides food to low-income individuals and families in Palo Alto. 

Please check out their website for qualifications. www.southpaloaltofoodcloset.com 

Please email southpaloaltofoodcloset@gmail.com for an appointment. 

Second Harvest Food Bank- Free Groceries 

3990 Ventura Court. 

12:30p-2p 

Twice monthly distribution (2nd & 4th Tuesday) 

Both a drive-thru and walk-up model available. Reservations not required. For more information 

call 1-800-984-3663. 

Senior Congregate Lunch Sites 

Hosted by La Comida de California. A hot, three-course meal served for you to pick-up. Asking 

contribution of $3 for ages 60 and over and their spouse ($8 for any guest under 60 years) 

LaComida.org 

2 sites in Palo Alto are: 

La Comida at First United Methodist Church | Grab & Go Meals 

PICK-UP MEALS ONLY at this site due to COVID related restrictions. 

625 Hamilton Ave. Palo Alto 

Monday-Friday, 11:45a-12:15p | Phone: 322.3742 

La Comida at Stevenson House 

PICK-UP MEALS available at this site due to COVID related restrictions. Dine-in option available soon at 

this site. Call site for current dine-in opening date. Protective masks will be required when indoors. 

455 E. Charleston Road 

Monday-Friday 11:15a-12:15p | Phone: 494.1944 ext. 10 

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2775 Embarcadero Way 


(650) 329-2506 

FACILITY RENTAL 

Baylands Nature Center 

• 100 Max Capacity 

• Food and Alcohol* Allowed 

• Tables and Chairs Available 



650-463-4900 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/luciestern 

Lucie Stern Community Center 

• Ballroom, Classroom and Pao 

Spaces 



www.cityofpaloalto.org/baylands 

For rental informaon, please email 

open.space@cityofpaloalto.org 



(650) 329-2418 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/Cubberley 


cubberley@cityofpaloalto.org 

3300 Page Mill Road 

Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 

650) 329-2423 

Cubberley Community Center 

Foothills Nature Preserve 

• Classrooms, Gyms and 

Auditorium Spaces 




• Alcohol* Allowed 



lscc@cityofpaloalto.org 

3700 Middlefield Rd 


(650) 329-2400 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/mpcc 


mpcc@cityofpaloalto.org 

1313 Newell Road 


(650) 329-2366 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/artcenter 

Mitchell Park Community Center 

Palo Alto Art Center 

• Ballroom, Classrooms and 

Meeng Rooms 



• Auditorium, sculpture Garden 

and Meeng Room 



For Indoor Space 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/openspace 


open.space@cityofpaloalto.org 



(650) 329-2111 



• Alcohol* Allowed 



artcenter@cityofpaloalto.org 



650-329-2602 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/cubberley 

Cubberley Theatre 


• Dance & Music Performances, 

Presentaons, Lectures 

• Technical support available 


funscience@cityofpaloalto.org 


cubberley-theatre@cityofpaloalto.org 

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FACILITIES 

1 D-1 Baylands Nature Interpretive Center 

2775 Embarcadero Rd 

(650) 329-2506 

Facilities 

PARKS 

21 B-4 Arastradero Preserve 

22 D-1 Baylands Athletic Center 

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2 C-1 Children’s Theatre 


(650) 463-4930 General Office 

(650) 463-4970 Box office 

3 C-1 Community Theatre 


(650) 463-4944 Supervisor 

(650) 463-1960 Theatreworks 

(650) 424-9999 West Bay Opera 

(650) 329-0891 Palo Alto Players 

4 E-2 Cubberley Community Center 


(650) 329-2418 

5 C-1 Art Center 

1313 Newell Rd 

(650) 329-2366 

6 D-1 Baylands Golf Links 


(650) 856-0881 Proshop, 

clubhouse and rental 

(650) 856-6133 Restaurant 

7 C-1 Junior Museum & Zoo 


(650) 329-2111 

LIBRARIES 

For hours and more info, please visit: 

library.cityofpaloalto.org 

15 C-1 Children’s Library 

1276 Harriet Street 

(650) 329-2436 

16 C-2 College Terrace Library 

2300 Wellesley St. 

(650) 327-2811 

17 B-1 Downtown Library 

270 Forest Ave. 

(650) 329-2436 

18 D-2 Mitchell Park Library 


(650) 329-2436 

19 C-1 Rinconada Library 

1213 Newell Rd. 

23 E-1 Baylands Nature Preserve 

24 C-3 Bol Park 

25 D-2 Boulware Park 

26 C-2 Bowden Park 

27 C-1 Bowling Green Park 

28 D-3 Briones Park 

29 E-1 Byxbee Hills Park 

30 C-2 Cameron Park 

31 C-4 Clark Park 

32 B-1 Cogswell Park 

33 B-1 El Camino Park 

34 C-1 Eleanor Pardee Park 

35 B-1 El Palo Alto Park 

36 A-5 Foothills Nature Preserve 

37 D-1 Greer Park 

38 B-1 Heritage Park 

39 D-2 Hoover Park 

40 B-1 Hopkins Creekside Park 

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8 C-1 Lucie Stern Community Center 


(650) 463-4900 

9 D-2 Mitchell Park Community Center 


(650) 329-2400 

POOLS 

20 C-1 Rindonada Pool 

777 Embarcadero Road 

650-463-4914 


41 B-1 Johnson Park 

42 C-1 Kellogg Park 

43 C-2 Mayfield Park 

44 E-2 Mitchell Park * /Magical Bridge 

45 D-3 Monroe Park 

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10 D-2 Alma Room 

3441 Alma st 

(650) 463-49000 

11 D-2 Winter Lodge 


(650) 493-4566 

12 B-1 Palo Alto Senior Center at Avenidas 

450 Bryant St 

(650) 327-2811 

13 D-1 Skateboard Bowl 

Greer Park 

1098 Amarillo Ave 

Public Transportation 

For information on how to 

reach our facilities via public 

transportation, please visit 

our website: 

www.cityofpaloalto.org/Transportation 

46 C-2 Peers Park 

47 E-2 Ramos Park 

48 C-1 Rinconada Park* 

49 D-3 Robles Park 

50 C-1 Scott Park 

51 D-2 Seale Park 

52 C-2 Stanford-Palo Alto Playing Parks 

53 D-3 Terman Park 

54 C-2 Wallis Park 

55 C-2 Wellness Park 

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14 B-5 Foothills Nature Preserve 

3300 Page Mill Road 

(650) 329-2423 

Open Daily 8am-Sunset 

56 C-2 Werry Park 

* Please call for picnic table reservation 

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Hours & Amenies for City Parks 

Parks Closed 10:30 pm to sunrise. 

Except as provided under this code, no person shall use, remain in or enter any park or building between 10:30 pm and 

sunrise, other than a duty authorized city employee or person parcipang in city-sponsored acvies or other acvies for 

which the city has provided wrien permission to ulize a park beyond the closing me, provided however that the closure of 

specific facilies during porons of the day or the year may be specified by park regulaon. 

Know Your Neighbors 

Park Locaon 

Arastradero Preserve 1530 Arastradero Rd 

Baylands Athlec Center 1900 Geng Road 

BBQ Grill 

Picnic Tables 

Drinking fountains 

wheelchair Access 

Play Equipment 

Tennis Courts 

Basketball Court 

Swimming Pool/ 

Water Structure 

Baseball/Soball 

Restrooms 

Soccer Fields 

Skate Park 

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Baylands Nature Preserve 


Bol Park 3590 Laguna Avenue 

Boulware Park 390 Fernando Rd 

Bowden Park 2380 High Street 

Bowling Green Park 474 Embarcadero Rd 

Briones Park 609 Maybell Avenue 

Byxbee Park 2375 Embarcadero Rd 

Cameron Park 2101 Wellesley St 

Clark Park Old Trace Rd 

Cogswell Park 264 Lyon Avenue 

El Camino Park 155 El Camino Real 

El Palo Alto Park 117 El Palo Alto Ave 

Eleanor Pardee Park 851 Center Dr 

Foothills Nature Preserve * 3300 Page Mill Rd 

Greer Park 1098 Amarillo Ave 

Heritage Park 300 Homer Ave 

Hoover Park 2901 Cowper St 

Hopkins Creekside Park Palo Alto Ave, El Camino at Marlowe 

Johnson Park 268 Waverly St 

Kellogg park 

Waverly at Embarcadero Rd 

Mayfield Park 2300 Wellesley St 

Mitchell Park** 600 East Meadow Dr 

Monroe Park Monroe at Miller Ave 

Peers Park 1899 Park Blvd 

Ramos Park 800 East Meadow Dr 

Rinconada Park ** 777 Embarcadero Rd 

Robles Park 4116 Park Blvd 

Sco Park Sco St at Channing 

Seale Park 3100 Stockton Pl 

Stanford-Palo Alto Playing Fields El Camino at Page Mill 

Terman Park 655 Arastradero Road 

Wallis Park Grant Ave at Ash Ave 

Weisshaar Park 2298 Dartmouth St 

Werry Park 2100 Dartmouth St 

*$6 entry fee per vehicle required. 

**Please use the links and email addresses above or call 650-463-4949 for reservaons. 

*Photo from Frankie F. 2022* *Photo from Helen B. 2022* 

*Picture from Cindy K. 2022* 

The Know Your Neighbors Grant Program is designed to help neighbors better connect with each other 

while strengthening community and improving the quality of life and neighborhoods in Palo Alto. The goals of 

the Program are to: 

1) Build a sense of community. 

2) Develop or renew neighborhood relationships. 

3) Encourage interaction between generations and cultures. 

4) Increase governance and organizational leadership of neighborhood associations. 

5) Develop collaborative partnerships between Palo Alto neighborhoods and the City. 

Citizens may apply for up to $500 (neighborhood associations may apply for up to $1000) for activities such 

as block parties, event kick-off celebrations, neighborhood crime prevention and safety activities, and 

gatherings involving the building of connections between neighbors. Funding is limited. Grants may be 

applied for at any time throughout the calendar year (at least one month prior to event date) and will be 

awarded on activities that meet eligibility requirements on a "first come, first served" basis. 

For additional information: 

Visit: CityofPaloAlto.org/KYNGrants 

or email: KYNGrants@cityofpaloalto.org

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WAYS TO THINK 

GLOBALLY & 

ACT LOCALLY 

1 

Get 

2 

Convert 

a Home 

Electrification 

Readiness 

Assessment 

from Home 

Efficiency Genie 

your 

water heater 

or gas furnace 

to an electric 

heat pump 

MAKE AN IMPACT 

4 

3 

Convert 

Join 1 in 6 

residents by 

buying an 

electric car 

your 

gas stove top 

to an electric 

induction top 

5Commute to 

work by bike, 

e-Bike, walking, 

transit,or 

carpooling 

Did you know that even with medical 

insurance an emergency ambulance ride 

can cost between $250-$700? 

For $8 per month, cover your household and visitors to 

give you peace of mind in an emergency, and support 

Fire Department training, equipment, and operations. 

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GET INVOLVED & LEARN MORE 

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Call (650) 838-2808 

Email: FireMed@cityofpaloalto.org 

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Upcoming Registration Dates: 

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Non-Residents 

December 8 

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Palo Alto Residents 

February 9 

Non-Residents 

February 16 

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