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Get up, get out, and play with the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District. Our online Activity Guide offers a variety of camps and fitness classes that have been approved by the Alameda County Public Health Department and is in compliance with the State and County Health Orders. We have adopted and implemented the County's health and safety guidelines within our programs and services to ensure the health and safety of our staff, program participants, and community. During these uncertain times, we are committed to our mission: To provide the people of the Livermore area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, recreation areas, and facilities that promote enjoyment, lifelong learning, and healthy, active lifestyles.
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The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is committed to your health and fitness and we are excited to announce our new Lap Swim program to the community. To ensure your health and safety, we are required to follow the Alameda County's Health Order, and lap swimmers will be required to follow our program regulations while participating in our program. For more information on the lap swim program or to register visit https://www.larpd.org/LapSwim.
| Program Name | Age(s) | Day/Date(s) | Time | Location |
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| SoccerTots Camp | 3-4 yrs. | Mon, 1/11-1/25 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. | Robert Livermore Community Center |
| SoccerTots is our flagship program! These soccer themed motor skill camps are very easy for youngsters to get into. This group will focus on developing motor skills and self-confidence. Instructor to student ratio is kept small to maximize individual development and promote fun! This camp is brought to you by Skyhawks. | ||||
| BaseballTots Camp | 3-4 yrs. | Tues, 1/12-1/26 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. | Robert Livermore Community Center |
| BaseballTots camp will focus on fine and gross motor skills as well as body control. We teach all the baseball basics, such as throwing, catching, hitting and running control. We are excited to help these little ones develop a love for the game! This camp is brought to by Skyhawks. | ||||
| MultiSportTots Camp | 3-4 yrs. | Wed, 1/13-1/27 | 10:30-11:15 a.m. | Robert Livermore Community Center |
| Introduce your little super star to our most popular program! This soccer, basketball, and baseball program uses age appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand-eye coordination, fitness, sports skills, and child development. This camp is brought to you by Skyhawks. | ||||
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| Arora Tennis Junior Camp | 7-12 yrs. | T/W/TH, 1/5-1/21 | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Robert Livermore Tennis Courts |
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Come and have fun with skill building tennis drills that help campers learn the basics while building confidence. Camps will focus on rally contests, playing games, learning scoring, and end with a camp tournament. Prizes will be handed out at the end of camp. Come learn a sport you can play for a lifetime! Instructors will be required to wear a mask.This camp is brought to you by Arora Tennis. |
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| MultiSportTots Camp | 5-6 yrs. | Wed, 1/13-1/27 | 11:30 a.m. -12:15 p.m. | Robert Livermore Community Center |
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Introduce your little super star to our most popular program! This soccer, basketball, and baseball program uses age appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand-eye coordination, fitness, sports skills, and child development. This camp is brought to you by Skyhawks Sports. |
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| Sports...Fitness...Action! | 6-10 yrs. | T/TH, 1/12-1/28 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Robert Livermore Community Center |
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LARPD is excited to offer this fun and engaging physical activity camp. This after school camp allows participants to escape the books and get outside. Instructors will lead a variety of sports and fitness activities with a big emphasis on fun games. If you're ready to get moving with friends, join the action! |
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| Hot Shots Basketball Camp | 5-7 yrs. | Wed, 1/13-1/27 | 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. | Livermore Downs Park |
| Hot Shots Basketball Camp | 5-7 yrs. | Wed, 1/13-1/27 | 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. | Livermore Downs Park |
| Have fun learning the game of basketball through dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense! These fundamentals of the game will be taught through a variety of drills and competitions, all while maintaining a fun and safe environment. Social distancing protocols will be enforced. | ||||
| Hot Shots Basketball Camp | 8-10 yrs. | Wed, 1/13-1/27 | 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. | Livermore Downs Park |
| Hot Shots Basketball Camp | 8-10 yrs. | Wed, 1/13-1/27 | 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. | Livermore Downs Park |
| Have fun learning the game of basketball through dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense! These fundamentals of the game will be taught through a variety of drills and competitions, all while maintaining a fun and safe environment. Social distancing protocols will be enforced. | ||||
| Air, Land and Sea | 6-12 yrs. | TH, 1/07-2/18 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Virtual Class - Online |
| Step aboard to build some exciting ways to get from here to there. Take to the sky in our Bricks 4 Kidz helicopter model or air show model; race across the beach in an ingenious land sail; zoom through the water on a jet ski. Kids will learn what makes each machine unique and how it moves, exploring concepts such as buoyancy, propulsion, and lift and g-forces! Whether you're a high-speed thrill-seeker or just curious about how things work, this unit offers something for everyone. *$40 kit fee is due at the time of registration. Kits need to be picked up on a designated day before the first day of class and turned back in after the course has been completed. Class brought to you by Brick 4 Kidz. | ||||
| Forces of Nature | 6-12 yrs. | T, 1/05-2/16 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Virtual Class - Online |
| Fasten your seat belts; we're in for some wild weather! This unit is all about the amazing and powerful forces of nature, like how tsunamis occur, view a diagram of the tectonic plates and learn how their movement creates earthquakes, define the area known as "Tornado Valley" in North America, and find out what hurricanes are called in different parts of the world. Learn how a tornado, a tsunami, an earthquake and cyclone move. *$40 kit fee is due at the time of registration. Kits need to be picked up on a designated day before the first day of class and turned back in after the course has been completed. Class brought to you by Brick 4 Kidz. | ||||
| World of Science | 6-12 yrs. | F, 1/08-2/19 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Virtual Class - Online |
| Calling all future scientists! Come learn, build and experiment with us! Our budding astronomers, meteorologists, zoologists, and inventors will learn about space, weather, animals, and more. We'll build all sorts of awesome scientific models and gadgets that are sure to spark both imagination and intellect. *$40 kit fee is due at the time of registration. Kits need to be picked up on a designated day before the first day of class and turned back in after the course has been completed. Class brought to you by Brick 4 Kidz. | ||||
| FUNdamental Drawing | 4-6 yrs. | W, 1/06-2/17 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Virtual Class - Online |
| Your preschooler's mind is hard at work building the knowledge and skills it will use for a lifetime. The Young Rembrandts preschool program is specifically designed with the needs of our youngest learners in mind. We use subjects they're familiar with such as animals and toys, as well as their favorite learning tools to enhance social and conflict resolution skills while improving listening, fine-motor skills, and time-on-task. Give your child the information they're hungry for and be amazed by what they'll create. Class brought to you by Young Rembrandts. | ||||
| Elementary Drawing | 6-13 yrs. | M, 1/04-2/22 | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Virtual Class - Online |
| Our elementary learners are at the crucial time of development when they decide whether they're good at something or not. The Young Rembrandts elementary program provides the tools this age group needs to succeed at drawing and all learners benefit. Our program works because it's not only hands-on and visual....it's simply fun. Our innovated guided instruction and related topics creates a love for drawing. Class brought to you by Young Rembrandts. | ||||
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Leprechauns In The Park! |
Sunday, 3/14 | 11:00 a.m. |
Sycamore Grove Park, Reservable Picnic Are |
| With St. Patricks day right around the corner we have been having a mysterious uptick of tomfoolery happening. Help Ranger Danny make some Leprechaun catchers and place them out in the park to see if we can catch any little rascals! We will provide crafting materials. Cancelled if Raining. Ages 5 and up - under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. | |||
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Feed The Hummingbirds |
Sunday, 3/21 | 10:00 a.m. |
Sycamore Grove Park, Reservable Picnic Area |
| Hummingbirds are small, delicate and beautiful – they also have voracious appetites. It takes a lot of energy to flap those wings so fast! Join Ranger Darren to learn more about these little aviators and their lives. Following that we will sit down and make Hummingbird feeders that you can bring home and set up so that you can watch these fierce little fliers in your own yard. Ages 10 and up – under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. | |||
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Eat Out Of The Park |
Sunday, 3/28 | 2:00 p.m. |
Sycamore Grove Park, Wetmore Entrance |
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Join Ranger Dan and Ranger Doug to learn which plants of the park are edible and which are not. We will discuss some of the traditional uses for some of the plants and how they were used by native peoples. There will be samples to try and a recipe pamphlet for everyone to take home. Ages 8 and up – under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. |
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Busy Bees |
Saturday, 4/10 | 2:00 p.m. |
Sycamore Grove Park, Reservable Picnic Area |
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If you say the word “bee” to someone they usually think of the ubiquitous European honey bee. Though that little fellow is found virtually everywhere, there are many other types of bees out there. Join Ranger Dawn to learn about some of the native bees in our area and the wonderful services they provide. We will also discuss the European bee, bee keeping, honey, and its many uses. At the end of our discussion, we will sample a variety of honey and enjoy a honey-based snack and drink. You will also get to make a beeswax candle to take home and enjoy. Ages 11 and up – under 18 must be accompanied by an adult |
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| Owls and Oolong | Saturday, 4/17 | 7:15 p.m. | Sycamore Grove Park, Reservable Picnic Area |
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Come out to the park on a Saturday night with Ranger Eric for a rare chance to experience the dark side of sycamore grove. We’ll talk about owls, go for a short walk in the dark to see if we can hear great-horned and barn owls -- and if we are super lucky, maybe even a western screech owl. We’ll round the night out with a nice campfire and warm cup of tea! I’ll have a bunch of delicious Oolong and green tea and some hot cocoa, but feel free to bring your favorite tea bag! Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. |
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Join a ranger to explore and experience the wild in your backyard- your local open space parks. Night hikes, star gazing, nature discovery hikes and many more outdoor adventures await you and your family on these FREE ranger-led programs. Get all the news about these great walks and hikes in the Valley Wilds newsletter. For more information, or if you wish to receive our monthly e-newsletter, which includes a schedule of programs and articles about natural and cultural history, call the Ranger Office at (925) 960-2400 or email valleywilds@larpd.org. There may be a parking fee for those without an annual pass at Sycamore Grove Park. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Pre-Registration is required by calling the Ranger Office at (925) 960-2400.
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New Year Vista Hike |
Sunday, 1/17 | 9:00 a.m. |
Sycamore Grove Park, Wetmore Road Entrance (1051 Wetmore Road) |
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Join Ranger Danny for a moderate 5-mile hike to the Valley View Loop trail. We will hike to the highest vista in the park and see where the fire affected the park and what regrowth has happened since August. Wear sturdy shoes and bring some water and possibly a snack! This event happens rain or shine! |
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Holdener Bird Walk |
Saturday, 1/23 | 8:30 a.m. |
Holdener Park (2995 Hansen Road) |
| Join Ranger Eric for a short but hilly walk thru the blue oaks of Holdener Park looking for birds. Be prepared with a pair of sturdy shoes for the steep climbs, and a pair of binoculars. We have a few pairs to lend out if you don’t have your own. Cancelled if raining heavily. | |||
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Wildcats of the World |
Sunday, 1/24 | 2:00 p.m. |
Sycamore Grove Park, Reserveable Picnic Area (5035 Arroyo Road) |
| Join Ranger Doug as we scour the globe to discuss some of the amazing felines that call planet earth their home. From the huge Siberian Tiger, to the demure Rusty Spotted Cat we will peek into the lives of these fascinating felines. | |||
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The Search for the Elusive Woodduck |
Saturday, 2/6 | 10:00 a.m. |
Sycamore Grove Park, Arroyo Road Entrance (5049 Arroyo Road) |
| The Woodduck is a very secretive resident of Sycamore Grove. More often than not, even the most careful bird watchers only get to see the butts of these majestic ducks as they fly away from the creek. Join Ranger Eric to check on some of our wood duck boxes and see if we get lucky maybe we will see some woodduck butts ourselves. This program goes rain or shine! | |||
| Creek Critters Explained! | Saturday, 2/6 | 3:00 p.m. | Sycamore Grove Park, Reserveable Picnic Area (5035 Arroyo Road) |
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Have you always wondered what lives in Sycamore Grove’s Creek? What types fish are in there? Are there even Fish living in the creek? Those questions will be answered with Ranger Seth’s Creek Critter Talk. We will discuss all the different types of fish and many of the underwater critters of Sycamore Grove’s Creek. Ranger Seth will share his underwater footage filmed in the creek - you will be surprised on what he found! |
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| An Early Morning Walk | Sunday, 2/7 | 8:00 a.m. | Sycamore Grove Park, Reservable Picnic Area (5035 Arroyo Road) |
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The park in the early morning is often less crowded and more serene than other times. Join Ranger Darren for an early morning jaunt before the crowds and the heat. Many of the critters that call the park home will be getting started on their day and if we are lucky, we might get to see some of the night shift animals on their way home. Bring a camera or binoculars if you like. RSVP by calling (925) 960-2400. Canceled if raining. |
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| Nature Sketching | Sunday, 2/7 | 2:00 p.m. | Sycamore Grove Park, Reservable Picnic Area (5035 Arroyo Road) |
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The park in the early morning is often less crowded and more serene than other times. Join Ranger Darren for an early morning jaunt before the crowds and the heat. Many of the critters that call the park home will be getting started on their day and if we are lucky, we might get to see some of the night shift animals on their way home. Bring a camera or binoculars if you like. RSVP by calling (925) 960-2400. Canceled if raining. |
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| Valentine's Day at Sycamore | Sunday, 2/14 | 2:00 p.m. | Sycamore Grove Park, Reservable Picnic Area (5035 Arroyo Road) |
| Bring your loved one or come alone and join Cupid (aka: Ranger Doug) as we discuss unique courtships and procreation found throughout the animal kingdom. Canceled if raining heavily | |||
An education-based science program designed to engage your child, foster an appreciation for nature, and have FUN! Camps are held on Wednesdays in 4-week sessions with times specific to grade levels. TK/K - 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.; Grade 1-2 - 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. and Grade 3-4 - 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. For more information call 925-960-2400. Home school groups may contact dsoles@larpd.org for information.
February 17 - March 10
There are many tribes of Native Peoples in North America. We will talk about a few of them before focusing in on California Native Americans and our local tribes in particular. Learn about the games they played and what plants they used as tools and meals they ate as well as many other things that were a part of their daily lives.
| Native Americans Schedule | Day/Date | Location | |
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| Lesson 1 - National Tribes and Differing Ways of Life | Wednesday, 2/17 | Sycamore Grove Picnic Area - 5035 Arroyo Road | |
| Indigenous people have lived on this land for centuries across the nation. The wide variety of terrain and climate on our continent led to a wide variety of lifestyles and cultures. Join us to learn how the land influenced how people lived their lives. | |||
| Lesson 2 - California Tribes | Wednesday, 2/24 | Sycamore Grove Picnic Area - 5035 Arroyo Road | |
| California was home to many tribes of native peoples. Let talk about how they differed and what they had in common. | |||
| Lesson 3 - Local Ethnobotany | Wednesday, 3/3 | Sycamore Grove Picnic Area - 5035 Arroyo Road | |
| Plants have been (and still are!) used for everything from medicine and food to shelter and games. Join us to learn how our local plants were used by the native people of our area. | |||
| Lesson 4 - Local Way of Life | Wednesday, 3/10 | Sycamore Grove Picnic Area - 5035 Arroyo Road | |
| Today we will explore tools used by native people to make their everyday lives easier and more enjoyable. What did they hunt with? How did they prepare food? What games did they play? Let’s find out by looking at some replicas of California Indian artifacts. | |||
Come learn about the great outdoors! Sycamore Grove is a great place to learn and have some fun in the sun! Have a blast while learning all about lizards, birds and the many cool crawlies that call the park home.Register for Fun in Nature
| The Fun In Nature Lesson Schedule | Day/Date | Location | |
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| Lesson 1 - Birds of the Park | Wednesday, 4/14 | Sycamore Grove Picnic Area - 5035 Arroyo Road | |
| Sycamore Grove is home to many types of birds! Big ones, tall ones, small, and colorful ones too! Come learn about these fabulous flyers! | |||
| Lesson 2 - 6 & 8-Legged Beasties | Wednesday, 4/21 | Sycamore Grove Picnic Area - 5035 Arroyo Road | |
| Did you know that Livermore has native Tarantulas? Come to the park to learn about them as well as other spiders and insects from our area and around the world. | |||
| Lesson 3 - Herps (Reptiles and Amphibians) | Wednesday, 4/28 | Sycamore Grove Picnic Area - 5035 Arroyo Road | |
| We will be learning all about the wonderful world of herps...also known as reptiles and amphibians! Everything from frogs to lizards, snakes, and more! | |||
| Lesson 4 - The Pond | Wednesday, 5/5 | Sycamore Grove Picnic Area - 5035 Arroyo Road | |
| Today is Pond Day! We will talk about the diversity of life in the pond. Please bring a towel, water shoes, and a change of clothes because after we learn what is living in the pond we will be going in to see what we can catch! We will have a mini zoo of our pond critters to look at to end our Pond Day. | |||
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| Photography | Thurs, 1/21-3/4 | 7:00-9:00pm | ZOOM |
| Make big improvements in your photos! Uncover the mystery of light, composition, f-stops, and shutter speeds. Take different types of photos and use different lenses. Taught for users of SLR cameras. Cell phones and other cameras will have some limitations. 7 night classes, 2 field trips, 2/6, 2/27. This class will be held over ZOOM this year. Field trips will be held outside with social distancing. | |||
| Writing The Short Form: Essay, Memoir, & Short Story | Thurs, 3/4-4/8 | 5:00-7:30pm | ZOOM |
| This zoom class teaches writing techniques used by pros to turn personal essays and stories into page-turners. Class consists of lecture, writing exercises and class critiques of student writing. Classes are ongoing with new material each session. Fee includes professional editing of your work by instructor Barbara Flores, an award-winning four-time published author. 6 classes. | |||
| Outdoor Beginning Line Dancing | Tues, 1/5 - 1/26 | 5-6pm | RLCC Courtyard |
| This line dancing class is for beginning Line Dance students. Class will be held outside at the Robert Livermore Community Center Courtyard. Enjoy fun music and learn to line dance! Instructor Gary Clayton | |||
| Outdoor Intermediate Line Dancing | Tues, 1/5-1/26 | 6-7pm | RLCC Courtyard |
| This line dancing class is for intermediate Line Dance students. Class will be held outside at the Robert Livermore Community Center Courtyard. Enjoy fun music and learn to line dance! Instructor Gary Clayton | |||
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| VIRTUAL Estate Planning: Trust vs. Wills | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. |
Virtual via Zoom |
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| Review the primary options of estate planning from trusts, wills, financial and health care powers of attorney and receive a general overview of probate and estate taxes. Registration for each person is required. Call 925-373-5700 to register. Instructor: Jennifer Thaete | |||||||
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FREE Historic Neighborhood Walk of Livermore Homes |
Monday, 12/21 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | |
| Take a virtual walk with Livermore Historian, Richard Finn, to learn about the history and stories of the historic homes on the south side of town. Livermore Heritage Guild Donations appreciated. Call 925-373-5700 to register. Tour led by Livermore Heritage Guild and City Historian, Richard Finn. Watch the recorded version of the talk on the LARPD YouTube channel! | |||
Join our POP_UP Trip Email List to be notified of upcoming trips! Our trip program is shifting to pop-up trips only for Fall 2020. We're optimistic we can identify some safe travel options this year but we won't know that until we get closer to potential trip dates. If you would like to be added to our email list to be notified of upcoming pop-up trips please email Phyllis Ihle at pihle@larpd.org
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| OUTDOOR Tai Chi for Seniors Level 1 | Friday, 1/22-2/19 | 10:00- 10:50 a.m. | 85 Trevarno Road | |
| Gentle exercise that integrates your mind and body. Proven through scientific study to increase flexibility, muscular strength and fitness. Promotes correct body posture, improved breathing, blood pressure and balance. Instructor: Barbara Reynolds | ||||
| OUTDOOR Tai Chi for Seniors Level 2 | Wednesdays, 3/3-3/31 | 10:00 - 10:50 a.m. | Almond Park | |
| For participants who have already taken Tai Chi Level 1 and are familiar with this modified Sun Style. Instructor: Barbara Reynolds | ||||
| OUTDOOR Tai Chi for Seniors Level 3 | Monday, 1/11-2/22 | 10:00 - 10:50 a.m. | 85 Trevarno Road | |
| For advanced students who have already taken Level 2. Class progresses into Sun Style, 73 forms. No Class 1/18, 2/15 Instructor: Barbara Reynolds | ||||
| OUTDOOR Light & Easy Aerobics | Tuesday, 1/12-3/2 | 9:30- 10:20 a.m. | 85 Trevarno Road | |
| Come enjoy a combination of low impact aerobics, strength training and stretch. Dance to soft, motivating music as you decrease your risk of falling and increase functionality with everyday tasks. Bring light weights and water. Instructor: Jollene Berghoff | ||||
| OUTDOOR Light & Easy Aerobics | Thursday, 1/14-3/4 | 10:00 - 10:50 a.m. | 85 Trevarno Road | |
| Come enjoy a combination of low impact aerobics, strength training and stretch. Dance to soft, motivating music as you decrease your risk of falling and increase functionality with everyday tasks. Bring light weights and water. Instructor: Jollene Berghoff | ||||
| OUTDOOR Chair Stretch, Balance and Flexibility | Tuesday, 1/14-3/4 | 10:30- 11:20 a.m. | 85 Trevarno Road | |
| Come together with us to maintain muscle mass and even build new muscle mass, practice balance, strengthen your core and strengthen neuromuscular patterns. We will also work on flexibility and range of motion. We will move to uplifting music and enjoy each other's company. Bring 2 or 3 pound weights, water and smile. Instructor: Jollene Berghoff | ||||
| OUTDOOR Zumba Gold Basic with Christina | Monday, 1/11 - 2/22 | 8:45- 9:45 a.m. |
85 Trevarno Road |
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| Come join Zumba Gold where you can follow along to the beat of Latin and international music with low-impact exercise. Beginners welcome and treat yourself to some YOU time! Bring water and wear comfortable exercise shoes. No Class 1/18 or 2/15 Instructor: Christina Kim | ||||
| Thursday, 1/14 - 2/18 | 8:45- 9:45 a.m. |
85 Trevarno Road |
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| Time to take a "ME" timeout? This low-impact fitness class uses easy-to-follow calorie-burning moves to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, stamina, cardiovascular function, and mood boosting! Keep yourself FIT while having FUN! Beginners welcome. Wear comfortable exercise shoes/attire and bring water. Instructor: Alice Johnson | ||||
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| 9:00- 10:00 a.m. |
Virtual via Zoom |
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| Time to take a "ME" timeout? This low-impact fitness class uses easy-to-follow calorie-burning moves to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, stamina, cardiovascular function, and mood-boosting! Keep yourself FIT while having FUN! Beginners welcome. Wear comfortable exercise shoes/attire and bring water. Classes will be taught by instructors virtually over ZOOM. Participants will have access to recorded classes for 7 days after class. Instructor: Alice Johnson | ||||
| Friday, 1/1-1/29 | 9:00- 10:00 a.m. |
Virtual via Zoom |
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| Come join Zumba Gold where you can follow along to the beat of Latin and international music with low-impact exercise. Beginners welcome and treat yourself to some YOU time! Bring water and wear comfortable exercise shoes. Classes will be taught by instructors virtually via ZOOM. Participants will have access to recorded classes for 7 days. Instructor: Christina Kim | ||||
| Friday, 1/8-1/29 | 10:00- 11:00 a.m. |
Virtual via Zoom |
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| Join Sue Kraft for the perfect opportunity to learn line dancing without the pressure of an in-person class. You'll learn the basic steps for each line dance. Steps are taught slowly, easily and repeated until you feel comfortable. Previously learned dances will be reviewed. No partner necessary. | ||||
Holiday Closure: 1/1, 1/18, 2/15
Phone: 925-373-5760
Website: www.LARPD.org
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Community Support Program: Financial Assistance for 50+ Recreation Programs: If you want to participate in more LARPD Senior programs and activities but need financial assistance, think about our Community Support Program through the LARPD Foundation. Open to Livermore residents 50 and over. Applications may be obtained at the front counter or mailed to you. Call 925-373-5700 for more information.
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Senior Lunch Program: Good Thyme Cafe. Daily lunch for diners 60+ through Open Heart Kitchen Monday-Friday at 12:00 p.m. Until further notice, Open Heart Kitchen's Senior Meals will be offered for curbside of walk-up pickup only following the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) release posted March 10, 2020. ALL DINERS MUST WEAR A MASK. Please visit the Open Heart Kitchen website for current information on meal service in Livermore: https://www.openheartkitchen.org/senior-meals/.
FREE Consultations: If you have questions or need help with issues such as defining various levels of housing and placement needs, Medicare and Medi-Cal information, legal assistance, Health Care Directive information, financial emergencies, etc., call 925-373-5760 to receive more information on how to get assistance or to schedule an appointment.
Emergency Financial Assistance 60+: The Wiesner Memorial Fund is a special fund for seniors, 60 and older, who need financial assistance in the event of an emergency. For additional information call 925-373-5760.
FREE Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP): Need help understanding your Medicare or other health insurances? A trained HICAP counselor can help. Call 510-893-0393 for more information.
FREE Legal Assistance for Seniors 60+: Receive legal advice and consultation from a professional lawyer over the phone. Designed for adults 60+ and persons assisting individuals 60+. No wills. Call 510-832-3040 for more information.
FREE Dementia Caregiver Support Group: Alzheimer's Association, Asbury United Methodist Church 4743 East Avenue, Livermore: The Alzheimer's Associations' support group is open for families and caregivers of person's suffering from Alzheimer's or a related disorder. It provides a safe environment for individuals to express feelings, give and receive support, learn about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and discover effective ways to cope with and care for Alzheimer's patients. Group meets the first Wednesday of each month at 12:00 p.m. For detailed information, contact Heather at 800-272-3900 or by email at heather.gray@alz.org.
FREE Living OUT in Livermore: Join this safe and confidential drop-in peer support group for LGBTQ persons 50+. Share thoughts, feelings, resources and information while providing support for each other. Group meets the first Tuesday of each month and is facilitated by trained peers. For more information, contact Anne at 510-548-8283 ext. 126 or anne@pacificcenter.org. Groups are held on Tuesdays from 2:00- 3:30 p.m. on 9/1, 10/6, 11/3 and 12/1.
FREE Dementia Care Consultations: Dori Sproul of the Alzheimer's Association, Robert Livermore Community Center- Consultation Room: Caregiving for someone with dementia? If you are stressed, overwhelmed and need support and information, schedule an appointment on the third Thursday of each month with Dory for advice, education or to develop a plan for the road ahead. Drop-ins accepted. Call 925-284-2942 to schedule an appointment.
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District offices are currently closed due to the Health Order. We have staff available to assist with registration needs over the phone from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m Monday - Friday. We are not able to offer in person registration at this time.
Phone Registration - 925-373-5700
Online Registration - LARPD.org
Email Registration - registration@larpd.org
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District accepts registration online and over the phone during business hours. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis unless otherwise noted in the course description. Participants are encouraged to register at least one week prior to the course start date. Programs, classes activities and services may be cancelled or combined due to low enrollment. Proof of residency will be required upon registration. Residents are those who reside within the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District's boundaries. Fees labeled NR in the Activity Guide or on printed materials represent non-resident status and fees.The Activity guide is prepared month in advance, the District cannot guarantee all information in the guide is most current. Please contact the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District at 925-373-5700 during business hours or go online to confirm class details if needed.
Refunds and/or transfers will be granted up to seven (7) business days prior to the first class meeting. Refund and/or transfer requests made less than seven (7) business days before the first class meeting will not be granted. There is a $12 service charge applied to all refunds or transfers initiated by the participant, as well as withholding any material or class fees paid through LARPD that are associated with the class. Refunds and/or transfers will not be granted 24 hours after the first class meeting unless the request is pertaining to a disability or medical condition. This will be at the discretion of LARPD staff and may require a doctor's note. LARPD reserves the right to cancel any program, class, activity, camp or service for any reason; participants will have the opportunity to transfer to a similar program or receive a full refund. $20 fee will be charged to the participant's household for all returned checks.
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District has implemented a Yearly Liability Waiver that will be effective from March 1, 2020 through February 28, 2021. Our liability waiver will cover all activities, classes, camps and programs that are provided by the Livermore Are Recreation and Park District. Additional program/activity permission slips may be required. One authorized signature from a legal parent/guardian may sign on a minor's behalf (under 18 years of age). Additional family members who are over the age of 18 will be required to provide their own signature to the form. Over the phone registrations are required to complete the Yearly Liability Waiver Form prior to registration. Completed forms may be emailed to registration@larpd.org. Over the phone registration will not be accepted unless a Yearly Liability Waiver Form has been completed with appropriate signatures. The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District accepts online registration through our ActiveNet registration software. Participants are encouraged to register online to avoid the hustle an bustle of over the phone registration.l Online registrations require an acknowledgment of our electronic Yearly Liability Waiver for each registration transaction. Participants will not be allowed to register online or over the phone without acknowledging our Liability Waiver.
2020 Annual Liability Waiver Form
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District supports the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you or a family member needs assistance or program accommodations, please contact our main office during business hours at 925-373-5700 and we will be more than happy to assist you.
