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Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District eNews February 2012 |
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Greetings!
Our new look is here! Pleasant Hill Rec is excited to premiere our new "Pleasant Hill Rec" logo as one of the district's many thrilling transformations. Along with a new logo, our new website will be launched later this week. It will still have all of the program information you're looking for, but with a fresh, new style that will be easier to navigate. 2012 is already shaping up to be a great year here at Pleasant Hill Rec!
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Preschool Open House & Enrollment for Fall 2012 
Join us on Tuesday, February 7th from 4-5:30 pm for a unique chance to find out more about the exciting aspects of our Preschool program. Classes include indoor and outdoor activities that develop small and large motor skills, while language and concept imagery are explored through stories, circle time activities, and dramatic play. The children are also introduced to a variety of art media and creative music. Locations: Gregory Gardens Elementary, Rooms 10/11, 1 Corritone Ct AND Winslow Center, Room 3 , 2590 Pleasant Hill Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. We are proud of the quality and integrity of the teaching staff and hope you can come meet them and discover the benefits of choosing Pleasant Hill Recreation Preschool.
Scroll to the bottom of this email for 10% off our new Spanish for Parent & Child Enrichment Class! |
Annual Dolfin Crab Feed Saturday, Feb. 25th No-host bar 6:30 pm; dinner 7:30 pm Benefits the Pleasant Hill Dolfins Swim Team. For tickets or to donate a silent auction item, call 682-0896. $45 per person Location: Civic Park Community Center, 1375 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. |
Measure E & the Capital Campaign Buy Your Brick Today!
Help pave the way to open the doors of our new Senior Center by purchasing a brick! These bricks can be inscribed with your name, the name of someone special to you, or the name of your company. Using state-of-the-art laser technology, these durable bricks will create a lasting impression as well as a source of pride for our community. Each brick paving the way to the new Senior Center costs $200.
Download the brick order form here > (link to PDF)
The Senior Center and Teen Center are moving along at an exciting pace. To see detailed weekly updates, visit the 'Construction Updates' page of the 'Bond Info' section on our website. |
Call for Instructors New Programs Need New Teachers!
Are you looking to make some extra money? The Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District wants to help you do this. If you or someone you know has a hobbie, skill, talent or expertise in something you feel would make a great program or class and you would like to offer it then we want to hear from you! It is important for us to remain current on trends, to continually improve the quality of our programs and provide the community with exceptional recreational opportunities. We are looking for Good People who:
- Are reliable, responsible, well-organized, and team players
- Have special skills to share
- Enjoy working with people
- Can provide a supportive and motivating environment
- Are enthusiastic and energetic
PHR&PD currently accepts proposal in the following program areas:
* Adult Activities * Senior Activities
* Adult Sports * Special Recreation
* Arts & Crafts * Teen/Young Adult
* Cooking * Tennis
* Dance (Children/ Adult) * Tiny Tots
* Golf * Youth Activities
* Health & Fitness * Youth Camps
* Nature Activities * Youth Sports Camps
* Performing Arts * Youth Sports
* Safety Awareness
Please contact Kendra Luke by email at kluke@pleasanthillrec.com
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Travel and Experience the 'American Spirit' A Brand New Type of Offering from Pleasant Hill Rec

Everyone remembers those family summer vacations....including the parts where Dad got lost and your brother wouldn't stay on his side of the seat. Well we have an option where you can sit back and relax while we do the hard part. You just get to have fun and spend quality time with the family!
On this tour, jump into the pages of American History. The nation's earliest days spring to life during a scavenger hunt along Philadelphia's trail of independence and a guided tour of George Washington's Mt. Vernon. Learn to roll a pretzel in Lancaster, embark on a city tour of Washington featuring views of the Capitol building and the White House, and walk the hallowed grounds of Gettysburg. In D.C., design an afternoon to suit your family; visit D.C's famed Spy Museum or explore the National Zoo. Uncover the treasures of the Smithsonian museums. From historic Colonial Williamsburg to modern-day Washington D.C., embrace your patriotic spirit on this exciting journey. See more details online >
See a presentation of this exciting new offering on Sunday, February 18th from 10 - 11 am in the VFW Building, 1919 Wendell Lane. RSVP by 5pm on February 17th at (925) 798 - 8747 and speak with Jessie if you have any questions! |
Spring Swim Clinics Are Around the Corner Sessions begin Feb. 7th
Don't miss the first of our four Spring Swim Clinics. Focus is on stroke technique and drill progressions for competitive swimming. All swimmers must have prior competitive experience. |
Let's Dance! From Bellydance to Samba, We're Sure to Get You Moving
Sign up now for one of our varied dance classes. Our top-notch instructors and comfortable class sizes will enable you to strut onto the dance floor with confidence. Classes include Bollywood & Bhangra Blast, a Belly Dance Series, Let's Go Dancing (includes Waltz, Samba, Rumba, Triple Swing, and more), Salsa Club Dancing 101, and Wedding Party Dance. |
Drop-in Basketball & Badminton Are Back!
$5 p/p, PH Education Center Gym, 1 Santa Barbara Road.
- Basketball: Mon 6:15-8:15, Fri 5:30-7:00pm and Sun 8am-10:00am
- Badminton: Sunday 10:00am-12:00pm
For information call: 925-682-0896 or visit: www.pleasanthillrecsports.com
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Keep at eye out for the Spring/Summer Spotlight on March 1st!
Sincerely,
Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District |
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NEW COURSE: Spanish for Parent &Child w/ Miriam Lattanz
(18 mos-2.6 yrs) (6 classes) Your child will learn the Spanish language in addition to
developing social, fine, and gross motor skills. You and your child will be introduced to Spanish while singing, doing creative
| | Use coupon code PSJS12 when registering. Offer Expires: 2/29/12. |
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