General Information
Recreation Staff
Juliene Flanders Superintendent
Mark Crivelli Supervisor – Youth & Adult Sports
Erik Schulze Supervisor – Youth & P.A.L.
Karen Packwood Supervisor – Teens & Prevention
Norma Rowell Senior Secretary
Darlene Coulter Office Assistant II
Fallon Beaken Office Assistant I
Lesa Halvorson Customer Service Representative
Recreation Staff Members
Community Meetings
All regular meetings are open to the public.
Meetings are held MONTHLY at City Hall located at:
156 S. Broadway
City Council When: 2nd & 4th Tuesday
Time: 7:00pm
Community Services When: 2nd Wednesday
Commission Time: 7:00pm
Turlock City Arts When: 2nd Thursday
Commission Time: 7:00pm
Garage Sale Information
The City of Turlock Recreation Division would like to remind
residents who are planning on having a garage sale to obtain their
required permit.
ONLY 2 PERMITS ALLOWED IN A CALENDAR YEAR.
Purchase your permit at:
Recreation Division Office • 301 Starr Avenue
Fee: $15.00
Rent a Building for
Weddings or Parties
Reserve one of the following buildings for your next party,
wedding, family reunion, graduation or special event.
Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance at the
Recreation Office at 301 Starr Avenue, in Turlock.
For information on Rentals and Rates call 668-5594.
War Memorial . ......................................................... 247 E. Canal
Senior Center............................................................... 1191 Cahill
Youth Center ........................................................... 1030 East Ave.
Rube Boesch Center............................................... 275 N. Orange
Photo Policy
Please be advised that all participants involved in any department
programs or special events are subject to being photographed.
Such photographs may be used by the City of Turlock without an
obligation to provide compensation to those photographed.
Sports Facility Rentals
Pedretti Park Sports Complex
2400 Tegner Road
One of the finest softball facilities in the Central Valley, featuring
4 softball fields and 1 baseball diamond. All fields are available
for rent and use for tournaments.
Gemperle Fields at Turlock
Regional Sports Complex
4545 N. Kilroy Road
Conveniently located off Highway 99, with 9 soccer fields and
2 softball diamonds. The fields at the Sports Complex are perfect
for tournament rentals.
Round-up For Recreation
Help Youth Participate in
Recreation Programs
Round up your City of Turlock utility bill
and help our Youth!
City of Turlock residents have the option of rounding up their
utility bill and donating that portion to Recreation Programs.
The donations will be used to support local youth recreation
programs.
On your utility bill, specify which area you would like your
donation applied by marking the appropriate box, then round-up
your payment as much as you would like.
 A Special Thank You to... THE ARROWHEAD CLUB
FOR THEIR SPONSORSHIPS!

Special Thanks to the Arrowhead Club for their support of Turlock Recreation Programs for youth! This year the
Arrowhead Club sponsored equipment for the Youth Water Polo League and the Sticks for Kids Youth Golf Program.
Without the support and donation from the Arrowhead Club these programs would not have been possible to provide.

Recreation Scholarships Success Stories...

As the beginning of this school year approached, I was quite

The City of Turlock Recreation Division announces that Youth
& Senior Recreation Scholarships are available through the
Recreation office for participation in City of Turlock Recreation
Activities. Participants must be 18 years of age or under, or on Starr Avenue, and spoke with the people in charge of the after
62 years of age and above, and must live within the city limits of
Turlock. Once approved, applicants may receive up to children. My questions about the PLAY program were thoroughly
$75 for the year July 1, 2009 – June 30, 2010. Applications are
available at the Recreation office or for more information call
668-5594.
We are seeking donations for additional
Scholarships. Please contact the Recreation office
for donation information: 668-5594
Support Turlock
Recreation by Shopping
It’s easy and all you have to do is provide the card
when you shop…
Turlock Recreation is raising funds for youth
scholarships through the S.H.A.R.E.S. card and the
Quality of Life card. Stop by our office or call and
we will send you the card of your choice. 3% on
every grocery dollar will support Turlock Recreation.
The S.H.A.R.E.S. card and the Quality of Life card
programs are easy and different ways to fundraise.
Where to use Your Cards...
S.H.A.R.E.S. Card Quality of Life Card
• Save Mart Supermarkets • Raley’s
• S-Mart Foods • Bel-Air
• Food Maxx • Nob Hill Foods
apprehensive about where our son, Sean, would spend his
afternoons while we were at work. I did not want to enroll him
in day care because we only needed after school care three days
a week, and most day care centers require a five day a week
commitment.
Through a friend, I found out about the PLAY program and
decided to do some research. I went to the Recreation Division
school program. They explained how their program operated and
that the teachers in charge were trained to work with school age
answered, and my worries were eased.
Sean attends the after school program three days a week, and I
could not ask for a better place for him to spend his afternoons.
It is so convenient because the program is right on his school
campus, and it is just a short walk from his classroom. The
staff offers the children a friendly, inviting and well-managed
environment in which to complete homework and play. All the
staff members are young, energetic, friendly, and seem to really
enjoy interacting with the children. The program is set up so that
the children spend the first hour or so completing homework
and then they have a snack and may then go outside to play. It
is so nice to know that Sean comes home with his homework
completed and also that he has had some time to exercise and
play with his friends.
Whenever I pick him up at the end of the day, he is happy and
I can tell he feels secure and has had a good time. The PLAY
program is a wonderful place for our son and we are pleased that
such a great program is available in our community.
— Inga and Joel Bernard
My daughter completed the basketball class recently at THS
with coach Mabie and her team (Allie Assali) and had a great
experience - thanks for a great program!
— Karen Beckwith
If you would like to share your success with one of our
Recreation Programs in the fall activity guide, call the
Recreation Division at 668-5594
 
Fall Special Events!
Movies Under the Stars
Hosted by the Recreation Division and
Backyard Flicks
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, friends and family for an
outdoor movie event at Turlock Regional Sports Complex! All
proceeds will be donated to the Recreation Scholarship Fund.
For more information call 668-5594
Kung Fu Panda Friday • September 4
Hotel For Dogs Friday • September 18
Gates Open: 6:00pm
Movie Begins: Dusk
Fee: $2.00 per person
Turkey Trot Fun Run :
This fun run consists of a 2-mile fun run or walk as well as a
1-mile children’s stampede around the park. A day filled with
fitness and fun for the entire family! Prizes awarded to top 3
finishers! *Only pre-registration guarantees a shirt.
All ages welcome!
Where: Donnelly Park • 600 Pedras Road
Date: Saturday • November 21
Pre-Registration: October 1 - November 4
Race Day Registration/Check In: 9:15am
(main parking lot at Donnelly Park)
Races: Time: Fee: completing the marathon participants will receive a Marathon
1-mile stampede 10:00 am $12.00
For kids 6th grade & younger
2-mile run/walk 10:20 am $17.00
For kids & adults 7th grade & older
Walk or Run for Fun :
Walk with friends … Walk your Dog … Walk your kids to
school…Many of you are out each day walking or running to get
in shape. Here is your chance to log your miles and challenge
yourself. This incremental walking /running program that has
been designed to encourage families and friends to exercise and
have fun together. Participants will walk/run a total of 100 miles
over a four-month time period.
Participants will complete their final 1 mile during our
Turkey Trot Family Fun Event on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at
Donnelly Park . Upon completing the 100 Miles participants
will receive an “I walked 100 Miles” goodie bag.
Where: Donnelly Park • 600 Pedras Road
Date: Saturday • November 21
Race-Day Start Time: 9:30am
Registraton: August 11, 2009 – September 30
Fee: $12.00 per participant
Marathon Mile :
The Kids & Families Marathon is an incremental running program
that has been designed to encourage kids and their families to
exercise and begin a healthy lifestyle that will continue for years
to come. Participating children grades K – 6, Teens and Adults
will run a total of 26.2 miles (a full marathon distance) over a
four-month time period. Participants will be motivated to build
endurance, increase self-confidence and learn to reach goals.
To participate in the Kids & Families Marathon, participants will
run a total of 25 miles within a 16-week period. Participants
will complete their final 1.2 mile during our Family Play Day
on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Donnelly Park area F. Upon
Finisher’s Medal, T-shirt along with food and beverages.
Registraton: December 14, 2009 – January 31, 2010
Fee: $12.00 per participant
 
Stay & Play in Turlock!
Youth Classes
Turlock Youth Self Defense Cheernastics :
Youth ages 5 - 15 years can learn self-discipline, confidence, This class helps children learn the basics of cheerleading and
and the basics of karate. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced tumbling including motions, jumps, dance, kicks, bridges, rolls
techniques are taught. and more in a fun and enthusiastic environment. Students learn
Register in class on the first day. at their own pace while developing coordination and basic skills.
Students will be accepted up to the 4th week of each session. Where: War Memorial
Where: Senior Center Dates: Wednesdays • Sept. 30 - Nov. 4
Session 1: Mondays • August 24 – October 26 Ages: 3 – 5 years 3:30 – 4:10pm $39.00
Session 2: Mondays • November 2 to December 21 6 – 8 years 4:20 – 5:10pm $44.00
Times: New Students 5:15 – 5:55pm 9 – 12 years 5:20 – 6:10pm $44.00
Yellow Belts 6:00 – 6:40pm
Orange & Purple Belts 6:45 – 7:25pm Baton Twirling :
Green Belts & above 7:30 – 8:10pm Join us & learn the fundamentals of beginning baton twirling.
Baton twirling is a fun, social activity that builds self-confidence,
Fees: Registration $5.00 responsibility, quick thinking, team work & coordination. Learn
Weekly $6.00 basic to advanced twirls. This class will pave the way to march
Add’l Family Members $4.00 in the Disneyland Main Street Parade. More information will be
given at class
Advancement $5.00 Don’t wait to register, space is limited.
Pay for an entire session and receive a discount!
Where: Senior Center
Pre-Play : Ages:

4 – 6 years 4:30 – 5:00pm
Fee: $25.00
Are you looking for a pre-Kindergarten program or do you need
a safe place for your Kindergartener to go before or after school? 7 + years 5:00 – 6:00pm
We have what you are looking for! This camp will provide an Fee: $35.00
environment where your child can learn & grow through positive Session 1: September 1 – 22
experiences. Social interaction through play will be a part of Session 2: September 29 – October 20
each day as well as art, music, cooking & more.
Children will need to bring a lunch. Session 3: October 27 – November 17
Where: Club Room #2 Session 4: November 24 to December 15
Ages: 4 years by 12/1/09 – 6 years
(must be potty trained)
Days: Monday – Friday
Times/Fees: AM/Half Day 7:00am – 12:30 pm
$35.00/week
PM/Half Day 12:30pm – 6:00 pm
$35.00/week
Extended/Half Day 7:00am – 3:00 pm
$50.00/week
Full Day 7:00am – 6:00 pm
$70.00/week
5-Day Punch Card 7:00am – 12:30 pm
$40.00
5-Day Punch Card 12:30am – 6:00 pm
$40.00
5-Day Punch Card 7:00am – 6:00 pm
$80.00
Annual Enrollment: $12.00
Program Begins: Monday • August 17
 
Kids Day of PLAY :
Are you looking for a little free time on a Saturday without the
youngsters? This is the perfect opportunity to relax for a few
hours while we watch the kids! Sign your child up now for a day
of games, movies and loads of fun. Trained recreation staff will
provide all the fun, excitement and supervision.
Must register 1 week prior to each session.
Where: Club Room #2
Session 1: Saturday • October 3
Session 2: Saturday • November 7
Times: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Grades: K - 6th
Fees: $25.00 per session
Dance Etc. :
This class teaches the basics of dance in a fun environment.
Students will be learning a dance to perform at the end of the
session. Register by Tuesday, August 25th to avoid classes being
canceled. Step out and Dance!
Where: Youth Center • 1030 East Avenue
Recital: Friday, November 20
Tuesday Classes
Date: September 1 – November 17
Age: Time: Dance: Fee:
2 years and must be 11 years of age)
Baby & Me 4:45pm Ballet $52.00
3 years 3:30pm Tap $52.00
4 years 4:00pm Tap $60.00
5 years 6:15pm Jazz $60.00 kitchen! Learn proper nutrition and kitchen safety while having
Wednesday Classes
Date: September 2 – November 18
Age: Time: Dance: Fee:
3 years 2:00pm Tap $52.00
4 years 2:30pm Tap $60.00
6:30pm Ballet $60.00
5 years 3:15pm Ballet $60.00
4:45pm Tap $60.00
6 - 8 years 4:00pm Tap $60.00
Thursday Classes
Date: September 3 – November 19
Age: Time: Dance: Fee:
2 years A $10 material fee is due the first day of class, payable to the
Baby & Me 10:30am Ballet $52.00
5:30pm Ballet $52.00
3 years 11:00am Tap $52.00
2:30pm Ballet $52.00
6:00pm Ballet $52.00
4 years 3:00pm Ballet $60.00
5 years 3:45pm Tap $60.00
Ballet :
This class is an opportunity to learn beginning and
intermediate ballet dance. The beginning class will incorporate
the correct placement of the body, legs and feet with the
coordination of the head and arms. The intermediate class will
enhance your ballet training & work toward technical ballet,
body strengthening and advancement to point.
Where: Youth Center • 1030 East Avenue
Recital: Friday, November 20
Tuesday Class Sept. 1 – Nov.17
Age: Time: Fee:
Ballet I 7 - 10 yrs. 5:15 - 6:15pm $60.00
Wednesday Class Sept. 2 – Nov.18
Age: Time: Fee:
Ballet I 7 – 10 yrs. 5:30 – 6:30pm $60.00
Thursday Classes Sept. 3 – Nov.19
Age: Time: Fee:
Ballet II 8 – 18 yrs. 4:30 - 5:30pm $60.00
(Must have 1 year of Ballet I)
Ballet III/IV Beg. Point Class
11 – 18yrs. 6:30 – 8:00pm $80.00
(Must have instructor approval; must have 1 year of Ballet II
Make, Bake & Take :
Cooking can be a lot of fun when you know your way around the
fun learning to cook. New cooking projects are offered each
session making this a tasty class to repeat!
Where: Club Room 2
Grade: 1st – 6th Grade
Session 1: Saturday • Oct. 24 9:00am – 12:00pm
Session 2: Saturday • Nov. 14 9:00am – 12:00pm
Session 3: Saturday • Dec. 12 9:00am – 12:00pm
Fee: $20.00 per session
It’s Alive :
This class concentrates on what most kids are exposed to in the
art world, animation. In this class, students will learn how to
make their own art come alive!
instructor.
Where: War Memorial – Fireside Room
Dates: Tuesdays • September 15 – November 3
Times: 3:30 - 5:30pm
Ages: 10 – 14 years
Fees: $60.00
 
Stay & Play in Turlock!
Marty Yerby
Afterschool Activities
Sponsored by the Housing Authority of Stanislaus County, this
program helps foster human development by providing life long
learning for youth ages 5-18 years who live in and around the
HUD homes. The program provides recreation, arts & crafts,
homework assistance and much much more!
Where: Community Center • 653 Castor Street
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 3:00 – 6:00pm

Friday Night Fun Nights :

After School Programs Can you say date night! Here is your opportunity for a night out
(Positive Leisure Activities for Youth) on the town. Drop the kids off and they will enjoy participating in
PLAY : fun games and activities in a safe environment while you enjoy a
nice dinner and maybe some shopping.
What do we do with the kids’ after school? Come by and check
out the PLAY program. Children in the program have time to Where: Club Room #2 (War Memorial)
complete homework daily, participate in a variety of fun activities Days: Oct. 16, Nov. 20 and Dec. 18
and most important have a safe place to go after school. Time: 6:00 - 9:00pm
Where: Dennis Earl Elementary Ages: 4 - 12 years
Denair Elementary* Fee: $10.00 per child
Julien Elementary
Sandra Medeiros Elementary* Family Fun Day
Walnut Elementary*
Come join us for a day of fun for the whole family at Columbia
Days: Monday – Friday
Park. Activities will include bounce houses, police canine
Time: School lets out until 6:00pm
demonstration, vendors, food, children’s activities and a DJ.
Fees: $33.00/week or
This free event will be hosted by Turlock Police Activities League.
$90.00 for a 10-day punch card
Where: Columbia Park
Annual Enrollment: $53.00
Discounts are given to families with more than 1 child. When: Saturday September 26, 2009
Late Fee: $5.00 Fee per day that the child atends Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
without payment
ASES After School Program
Are your children struggling with homework? The ASES After
School Program is here to help students with homework and
engage them in fun and interesting activities. The ASES program
requires children to attend a minimum of 1 hour a day. The ASES
After School program is for children K-6th.
Where: Brown Elementary
Crowell Elementary
Cunningham Elementary
Osborn Elementary
Wakefield Elementary
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: School lets out until 6:00pm
Annual Enrollment: $57.00
Benefits: Promotes life skills and character
education
 

Youth Sports
Youth Basketball :
1st – 8th graders can come and enjoy learning the
fundamentals of basketball by participating in this league. The
league begins with a 2-week clinic to teach the basic skills for
play, followed by six games. All teams are coached by high
school basketball players and coaches. Register early as some
age groups fill early. (Pictures are not included in registration
fees). Please note that dates may change due to high school
use of the facilities. Sign ups are limited, so register early!
Where: Pitman High School (1st – 4th grades)
Turlock High School (5th – 8th grades)
Sign-ups: November 2 – December 18, 2009
Starts: Saturday – January 9, 2010
Fee: $64.00
Late Fee: $5.00 (December 19 - Jan. 8)

Basketball Open Gym :

Now is the time to prepare for the upcoming basketball
season. Come out and join others working on their skills. This
is the perfect opportunity for all 7th – 12th grade basketball
enthusiasts to work with high school coaches.
Sign up now at the Recreation Office.
Where: Turlock High School Boy’s Gym
Sign-ups: August 10 – 31
Starts: August 31 – October 7
Days: Monday/Wednesday
Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm
Fee: $20.00
Kidz Love Soccer :
Kidz 3.5 – 12 years of age learn the world’s most popular sport
From professional coaches licensed in the Kidz Love Soccer
Method; a session experience includes age appropriate activities:
Skill demonstrations, fun games, and instructional scrimmages
Always conducted in a non-competitive format.
Kids Love Soccer: “where the score is always fun to fun.”
Shin guards required by the second class meeting.
Where: Christofferson Park
Dates: Saturdays • Sept. 26 – Nov. 14
9 week session
Fee: $98.00
Tot-Soccer (3.5 - 4 yrs) 9:15 - 9:45am
Pre-Soccer (4 - 5 yrs) 9:45 - 10:20am
Soccer 1 (5 - 6 yrs) 10:20 - 11:05am
Soccer 2 (7 - 8 yrs) 11:05 - 11:50am
Soccer 3 (9 - 12 yrs) 11:05 - 12:05pm
Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer :
Introduce yourself and your toddler to the “World’s Most
Popular Game”! As you and your child participate 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.
The fun happens on the field, and in Mommy/Daddy & Me
Soccer, you won’t have to watch from the sidelines.
Ages: 2 - 3.5 years
Dates: Same as Kidz Soccer
Saturdays • Sept. 26 – Nov. 14 (9 weeks)
Fee: $98.00
Time: 8:30 - 9:00am
Sticks For Kids :
Children ages 5 to 12 years learn the basic of the game of
golf. This program is designed for the individual who has never
played golf but would like to try. Participants will hit golf balls
from a golf mat into a net. Golf clubs will be available at the
sight for use. Space is limited to 20 participants.
Sign-ups taken until September 25th.
Where: Turlock Regional Sports Complex
Days: Mondays
Dates: October 5 – 26
Time: 5:00 – 6:00pm
Ages: 5 – 10 years
Fee: $30.00
 Sports Tournament Information 
Call the Recreation Division Office for information on hosting a sports tournament at either of the Cities
premier sports venues. A tournament directors meeting will be held on December 15, 2009.
Please call 668-5599 x 4603 for more information.
Love the game first, then PLAY!

Fall Tiny Tots

Fantasy Football Camp :
Boys and Girls ages 3 to 5 years can learn the basics of
football while playing alongside their parents. Join us for four
Saturdays as we teach the basic skills of catching, throwing,
kicking and punting. Each child must have an adult to
participate with during the activity. Child and Parent receive
matching t-shirts!
Where: Turlock Regional Sports Complex
Sign-ups: August 10 – September 16
Dates: Saturdays • October 10, 17, 24 and 31
Time: 9:00 – 10:15am
Fee: $54.00
Late Fee: $5.00 (Sign-ups from Sept. 17 - 23)
Tennis in the Park
Youth Flag Football League : This program teaches kids fun and safe skills and a love for this
Looking to play football but not yet ready for tackle football? life-long sport. Instruction will include tennis basics, stretching
Here is the program for you. Join others for a six game flag and sportsmanship. Must have a minimum of 6 participants per
football league. Teams will be placed from 2nd – 4th grade class. Classes may be combined to meet the minimum numbers.
participants. All teams will be set by the Recreation Division Register for tennis classes at www.premier-tennis.com.
and teams will be coached by parent volunteers. Players will Where: Crane Park Tennis Courts
receive a team shirt for the games. Flags will be provided to Day: Wednesday
each coach as equipment.
Pictures not included with registration.
Session 1: September 9 – September 30
Session 2: October 7 – October 28
Where: Walnut Basin
Fee: $75.00
Sign-ups: August 10 – September 9
Dates: Saturdays • October 3 – November 14 Classes: Age: Time:
Time: 9:00 – 10:00am Beginning Student 7 - 10 years 6:30 - 7:30pm
Fee: $54.00 Advanced
Late Fee: $5.00 (September 10 - 16) Beginner/Intermediate 11 - 14 years 7:30 - 8:30pm

Beginning Description: New player to tennis with no

Mark Your Calendars...
Youth Girls Basketball :
Girls in the 3rd to 8th grades are encouraged join this great
program, where they will learn the basic skills needed to enjoy
the game of basketball.
Registration begins in January! Don’t miss out!
previous experience. Each student will learn the basic strokes of
the game as well as tennis terminology and scoring.
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Description: The
intermediate player has some knowledge of the basic strokes of
the game and can hit each stroke when the ball is tossed to them.
They know the basic tennis terms and a basic understanding of
the rules of tennis.

Special Note...
Coming Soon... Coach Bill Weber has been involved with Tennis for
City of Turlock over 35 years and is certified by the United States
Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) as a teaching
Family Tennis Tournament professional. Bill’s Philosophy: “I truly believe tennis
Check with Tennis Pro/Coach Bill Weber for more is a life long sport. The key ingredient for learning and
information on the Tennis Tournament at playing is attitude. Players, young and old, must first
www.premier-tennis.com. have fun, and then focus on their match.”
 10

Teen Activities & Classes Youth Art Classes

Jr. High School Dance Pre-School Mania :
Get together with your friends and join in on the fun! Participants Come be creative with us! Each four-week
must attend a Jr. High School in Turlock and have a valid school session will provide new activities that will
ID Card. include arts and crafts, stories & games.
NO ID CARD, NO ENTRANCE. There will be no “in-out” Wear old clothes or bring a large T-shirt to
privileges. Students may leave early only when a parent comes to put over your child’s clothes. Please bring
the door to pick them up. a box to carry wet art activities home in.
Where: War Memorial A $10 material fee is due the first day of
class, payable to the instructor.
Dates: Friday • August 21
Where: War Memorial –
Time: 6:30 – 9:00pm Fireside Room
Fee: $5.00 per person Time: 9:30 – 10:30am
Session 1: September 4 – September 25
Babysitting Session 2: October 2 – October 23
Class : Session 3: October 30 – November 20
In this course, boys and girls Session 4: December 4 – December 18
11 – 15 years will become Age: 2 – 5 years
knowledgeable of the duties and Fee: $40.00 per session (Sessions 1,2 and 3)
responsibilities of babysitting.
Students will learn about Fee: $30.00 per session (Session 4)
characteristics of children at different
ages, safety precautions, accident Oodles of Art :
prevention and child care skills. This is an open-ended art class where children are introduced
Where: Club Room #2 to a wide range of art materials and ideas. They are encouraged
Date: Saturday to discover various processes such as mixed media painting,
drawing, sculpting, printmaking and more. A $10 material fee is
October 10 due the first day of class, payable to the instructor.
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Where: War Memorial – Fireside Room
Fee: $20.00
Dates: Wednesdays • September 9 – 30
Time: 4:00 – 5:00pm
English Tutoring Class : Age: 6 – 12 years
This class will offer help and guidance in essay writing skills, Fee: $40.00
creative writing skills, grammar skills, literature analysis and
English homework help. CAHSEE and SAT test preparation is
also available. This class is offered in a whole group setting with
Dennis Earl – Oodles of Art :
emphasis on individual guidance. Students are encouraged to This is an open-ended art class where children are introduced
bring in homework or examples of what they are struggling with to a wide range of art materials and ideas. They are encouraged
in their English classes. Instructor, Christina Rhoads is a fully to discover various processes such as mixed media painting,
credentialed teacher with a B.A. in Liberal Studies. She has been drawing, sculpting, printmaking & more. A $10 material fee is
teaching in a school setting for three years. She has taught such due the first day of class, payable to the instructor.
classes as English Review, Creative Writing, and various dance Where: Dennis Earl Cafeteria
classes. Mrs. Rhoads is a published freelance writer. Days: Wednesdays
Where: Club Room #2 Time: 1:15 – 2:15pm
Grade: 7th – 12th Session 1: September 9 – September 30
Session 1: Tuesdays • September 22 – October 13
Session 2: October 14 – November 4
Session 2: Tuesdays • October 27 – November 17
Session 3: November 18 – December 9
Time: 6:30 – 8:00pm
Fee: $50.00 Grades: K – 6th
Fee: $40.00

Stay & Play in Turlock!
Youth Art Classes... continued
Hands on Clay :
This class will introduce your child to the wonderful world of
clay and creative thinking in three dimensions. Children will
learn to create pots, sculptures and more by using basic hand
building skills. Clay pieces will be fired in a kiln. Please pick up
your child’s pieces November 18th between 3 and 9pm. A $10
material fee is due the first day of class, payable to the instructor.
Where: War Memorial – Fireside Room
Dates: Wednesdays • October 14 – November 4
Time: 4:00 – 5:00pm
Age: 6 – 12 years
Fee: $45.00
Parent & Child Ceramics Class :
Create a work of art that will last a lifetime! This class will give
children and adults the creative freedom to paint a ceramic piece.
Each participant will have the opportunity to paint up to four
ceramic pieces (cup, bowl, salad plate, dinner plate) within the
four week class. Materials fee includes underglaze, glaze, up to
four bisque pieces (ceramic piece), and firing. All pieces are food
safe! Ceramic pieces make great gifts! A $20 material fee is due
the first day of class, payable to the instructor.
Where: War Memorial – Fireside Room
Dates: Wednesdays • Nov. 18 – Dec. 9
Time: 4:00 – 5:00pm
Age: 5 years & up
Fee: $45.00
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Adult Classes
T’ai Chi Ch’uan :
Tai Chi Chuan is an art of self-defense and self-discipline which
has been in existence for centuries in China. The slow, graceful
movements are practiced for health, concentration and relaxation.
As an exercise, tai chi improves blood circulation and increases
the immune system. It strengthens the mind, joints, muscles and
bones, thereby improving flexibility and balance.
All participants MUST PRE-REGISTER.
Where: War Memorial
Days: Wednesdays
Times: 7:30 - 8:30pm
8:30 - 9:00pm (Students will have an
opportunity to practice perfecting form)
Ages: 18 years and older
Session 1: September 16 – October 7
Session 2: October 14 – November 4
Session 3: November 11 – December 2
Session 4: December 9 - 30
Fee: $46.00 per session
Introduction
to Line Dancing :
This class is designed for the new dancer with no experience.
This course will introduce basic dance steps, music
interpretation and reading of line dancers step glossary.
Line dancing provides a great mental benefit as well as a
fun physical work-out. Meet a wide variety of people from
all walks of life. No partner is needed. This class is a pre-
requisite to the Line Dancing Class.
All participants MUST PRE-REGISTER by September 17th.
Where: Youth Center
Dates: Mondays • September 21 – October 26
Time: 6:00 - 7:00pm
Fee: $30.00

Intermediate
Art-Tastic Christmas Gifts : Line Dancing
Get some last minute shopping taken care of while your children Dance for pleasure, exercise, therapy or just plain fun! Wear
are creating one-of-a-kind gifts. Children will enjoy making comfortable shoes or boots with leather or suede bottoms
gifts, wrapping gifts, playing games and decorating some yummy (bowling shoes are excellent substitutes). Partner not required.
cookies! A $10 material fee is due the first day of class, payable All participants MUST PRE-REGISTER.
to the instructor. Where: Senior Center
Where: War Memorial – Club Room Day: Tuesdays • On-Going
Date: Saturday • December 19 Time: 6:30 - 8:00pm
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Fee: $30.00/8-Day Punch Card
Age: 6 – 12 years
Fee: $30.00
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Adult Classes... continued Adult Sports

Parent & Teacher Art Workshop : Adult Volleyball
This workshop is geared towards adults that work or have
children between the ages of 2-6 years old. Create a successful City league volleyball is a great way to
developmentally appropriate art environment by learning about get some exercise, meet new people,
creativity, process vs. product, and open-ended art. Discover the and see your friends. This is eight
value of art and how it affects children’s development. Learn fun, weeks of volleyball, plus play-offs for
funky and inexpensive art activities by using everyday items such the top four teams in each league.
as condensed milk, toilet paper and even the toilet plunger! This All leagues are co-ed.
hands-on workshop will provide articles, samples, many pictures of There are two different levels
children’s art, advice on where to buy art supplies, tips and tricks
and the opportunity to create 4 make n’ take art activities to take
of play:
home. Whether you’re “artistic” or “artistically challenged” you’ll Recreational or Competitive 6
have fun, get inspired and brings lots of child-centered art ideas to Where: Turlock Jr. High
your class. You don’t want to miss this creative opportunity! Each gym or Pitman High School gym
participant will receive a certificate of completion.
Where: War Memorial – Club Room 2 Sign-Ups: August 2 – September 2
Date: Saturday • October 17 Games Start: September 21
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Time: Evening Games
Fee: $30.00 Team Fee:
Adult Ceramic Class : Recreational $97.00
Come relax and enjoy some personal time while painting a Comp 6 $97.00
work of art that will last a lifetime! This class will give adults the Player Fee: $8.00
creative freedom to paint a ceramic piece. Each participant will
have the opportunity to paint up to four ceramic pieces (mug,
Late Fees: $30.00 (September 3 – 9)
bowl, salad plate, dinner plate) within the four week class. Price
includes underglaze, glaze, bisque (ceramic piece), and firing.
Adult Drop-in Basketball
All pieces are food safe! Ceramic pieces make great gifts! A $20 Come out and play basketball with your friends or with others
material fee is due the first day of class, payable to the instructor. wanting to play for fun. This is a drop-in program, participants
Where: War Memorial – Club Room 2 will pay as they play. Anyone age 18+ can join the fun.
Days: Wednesdays Where: Dutcher Elementary School Gym
Times: 7:00 – 9:00pm Sign-Ups: On-site
Ages: 18 years and older
Session 1: September 9 – September 30 Day: Mondays
Session 2: October 14 – November 4 Dates: October 5 – November 30
Session 3: November 18 – December 9 Ages: 18 Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
years and older Fee: $3.00 per night
Fee: $55.00
Adult Softball
Friday Night Out Spring League
Sponsored by the Turlock Lions Club Come out and enjoy the game of softball at one of the Central
This program is for youth and adults, 12 years and Valley’s finest softball facilities, Pedretti Park. There are
older with developmental disabilities. Programs competitive & recreational leagues for men, women and co-ed.
are designed to promote socialization, independent All leagues are “D” level and below. Call for more information.
functioning and recreational skills. Activities will include crafts,
games, social time, refreshments and fun. This class runs the 3rd Sign-Ups: January 4 – 27, 2010
Friday of each month. SIGN UP AT CLASS. Games Start: February 16, 2010
Where: Youth Center • 1030 East Ave. Team Fee: $274.00
Dates: September 18, October 16, Player Fee: $6.00
November 20 and December 18 Late Fees: $30.00 (January 28 – February 3)
Time: 7:00 - 9:00pm
Fee: Free!
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Drawing is the fundamental skill of the visual arts that can - and should - be learned
by all children. Young Rembrandts teaches the drawing skills children need while
developing learning skills that give children an academic advantage in the classroom.
The Young Rembrandts unique and proven method was developed by an artist and
educator. For over 20 years they have delivered a top quality classroom experience
that is fun, engaging, educational and affordable.

Pre-School Drawing : Youth Cartoon Drawing :

Young Rembrandts pre-school drawing classes will enhance
a child’s personal creativity, imagination, focus and attention
to detail. In this step-by-step drawing class, children will
learn basic fundamentals of drawing, which will give them
the tools and techniques to become skillful artists.  Lessons
will include engaging subject matter and expose students to
basic portraiture, still life and landscape drawing.  No prior art
class experience necessary.  New lessons each class and each
session. Must register 1 week prior to session beginning to
avoid classes being canceled.
Where: War Memorial – Fireside Room
Day: Thursday
Time: 2:30 – 3:15pm
Session 1: September 17 – October 22 Dates: October 29 - December 3
Fee: $51.00
Session 2: October 29 - December 3
(no class November 26)
Fee: $44.00
Ages: 3 1/2 – 5 years
Elementary Drawing :
All children can and should learn how to draw.  Our
elementary-age curriculum is designed to teach basic to
advance drawing skills, art techniques and vocabulary in a
positive and nurturing environment that brings out the best in
each child.  Children are taught the skills they need to express
their creativity through two-dimensional art.  At the end of
each one-hour class, students will leave with a completed
drawing.  No prior art class experience necessary.  New lessons
each class and each session. Must register 1 week prior to
session beginning to avoid classes being canceled.
Where: War Memorial – Fireside Room
Day: Thursday
Time: 3:30 – 4:30pm
Dates: September 17 – October 22
Fee: $51.00
Ages: 6 – 13 years
Learning how to draw can be fun, especially when creating silly
characters, funny expressions, and drawing sequences that tells
a joke!  This delightful program combines Young Rembrandts
innovative, step-by-step drawing method with light-hearted
subject matter that engages children’s sense of humor and
imagination.  No prior art class experience necessary.
New lessons each class and each session.
Must register 1 week prior to session beginning to avoid
classes being canceled.
Where: War Memorial – Fireside Room
Day: Thursday
Time: 3:30 – 4:30pm
(no class November 26)
Fee: $44.00
Ages: 6 – 13 years
Holiday Camp :
This camp is all about the Holiday Season! Draw many
fun characters and themes including a stocking, a Santa, a
nutcracker and more. This camp also involves cartooning
a variety of holiday themed characters and scenes. On the
final day, a large scene will be created incorporating all of
the learned elements. No art experience required.
Must register by December 4th to avoid class being
canceled.
Where: War Memorial – Fireside Room
Day: Thursday
Time: 3:30 – 5:30pm
Dates: December 10 & December 17
Ages: 6 – 13 years
Fee: $37.00

To register for Young Rembrandts drawing classes and camps, contact:

the Recreation Division Office
209-668-5594 • fax 209-668-5619 • cityofturlock.org
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• September 1 — December 31
The Turlock City Arts Commission announces a new exhibition,
TURLOCK CITY Valley Sun Catchers, which will be on view at the City Gallery
inside Turlock City Hall. The exhibition features works by
Arts Commission professional and amateur members of Valley Sun Catchers,
a Modesto based En Plein Aire organization, with over 55
For information call 668-5594 members. The club was founded in 2000 for artists living in the
Central Valley region. Their goal is to “paint the beauty of our
At the City Gallery own valley and the surrounding foothills” and they achieve this
156 S. Broadway by working outdoors “in our beautiful local parks and along our
(inside Turlock City Hall) many rivers” and by going out in smaller groups to “paint the
farmlands in our valley”, according to painter Rhett Owings.
Open Monday – Friday Some of the members have had works selected for Turlock’s
8:00 am – 5:00 pm and highly competitive Spring Juried Art Show over the past few
2nd & 4th Tuesdays during years, and many have participated individually in exhibitions in
City Council meetings at 7:00 pm this region and as a group.

Special Thanks to...

These 2008 – 2009
Sponsors and Partners of Turlock Recreation Programs!
SHINING STARS - $5,001 and above
Turlock Lions Club Wilbur-Ellis Company

PLATINUM MEDAL - $3,001 to $5,000

Turlock Firefighters Local 2434

GOLD MEDAL - $2,001 to $3,000

Turlock Chamber of Commerce Turlock Sunrise Rotary Club

BRONZE MEDAL - $1,000 to $2,000

BLUE RIBBON - $500 to $999
Western Valley Insurance USTA Northern California Cool Hand Lukes
Medic Alert Foundation Monte Vista Small Animal Hospital MOCSE Credit Union
City of Turlock Employees Community Charity Endsley & Associates

RECREATION ENTHUSIASTS $20 to $499
Foster Farms Lancaster Painting Employees Community Charity
Hilmar Cheese United Filipino Community CV Jim & Pat Shade
Active 20.30 Club Julie Burke Turlock Running Club
Allen Mortuary Lisa Muller Roesch Brent S Allen
Margaret Hall Rodriguez Toni Cordell A Teichert & Son Inc
Joan R Hillery Scott & Kimberly Severson Craig & Peggy Jenkin
Turlock Exchange Club Chiesa Ranch Inc Vito & Jill Chiesa
Kiwanis Club of Greater Turlock Katherine Willingham 1.2.3. Jump! / Alma & Jesus Valencia
Leland Livingston Gemperle Enterprises Mid Valley Window Tinting
Majestic Pools and Spa Violet’s Nails, Etc. Henry & Vicky Jackson
A-SNAP

COMMUNITY TEAM VOLUNTEERS & SUPPORTERS
Cold Stone Creamery Chili’s Frito Lay
PAL Binford Custom Cycles Pizza Guys
Brenda Athletic Clubs Foster Farms Air Up Fun
Costco Premier Co Custom Printing
 Six Easy Ways To Register! ACTIVITIES / CLASSES

1
• General Information
ONLINE www.cityofturlock.org
R Participant’s Name: _ _________________________________________
E Phone: _____________________________________________________
2FAX 209-668-5619
Fax in your completed registration
form 24 hours a day (include your
Visa/MC number for payment)
G Address: ____________________________________________________
I City: __________________________________ Zip: ________________
3PHONE S E-Mail
q Male q Female Birth date: ___________ Age: _____ Grade: ____
209-668-5594
Monday - Friday • 8:00am - 5:00pm Address: ______________________________________________
T
4 R •Activity:
Activities/Classes
301 Starr Ave., Turlock
WALK-IN Come by and register in person.
You’re always welcome! _________________________________________________
Monday - Friday • 9:00am - 5:00pm
A Class Date: __________________________ Time:_______________
5MAIL Recreation Division
301 Starr Ave., Turlock, CA 95380 T Fee: ________________________________ Shirt Size: __________
I Activity: _________________________________________________
6DROP BOX
Located in the Police Dept.
parking lot at 900 N. Palm
(It’s a bright yellow mailbox)
O Class Date: __________________________ Time:_______________
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General Information Classes may be cancelled due • Payment & Consent
to lack of enrollment. Please make every effort to pre-register There is an additional NON-RESIDENT FEE of $3 for children
so a class will not be cancelled unnecessarily. If you are not a
Turlock City resident (you do not live in Turlock) you will be F and/or $5 for an adult who lives outside the City of Turlock

O Program Fee:
charged an additional fee for Non-Residents: $3 for Youth and
$5 for Adults. Don’t forget to sign the waiver at the bottom of $_ __________
the registration form!

Refund Policy
R Non-Resident Fee: $_ __________
M Total Fee Paid:
Refunds will be given on cancellations
received prior to the first class less a $5 cancellation fee.
Failure to attend a program or “no shows” will not be granted
$_ __________
a refund. If you are not satisfied with any of our programs,
please contact the program supervisor at 668-5594. I hereby authorize the use of my q VISA q M/C
Internet Registration Classes listed with the computer Card #:
icon are available for online registration. You must sign in and
get a registration account before you can begin registering for Expiration Date:
an account!
5 easy steps: Name as it appears on card:
1. Locate City Departments
2. Click on Recreation
3. Find the activity category and click Signature of card holder:
4. Choose an activity and click to register
5. Go Shopping!

Go to our website today and register online:
www.cityofturlock.org
Class Transfers and/or Late Fee
Any class changes will be charged an $8 transfer
fee. After the class start date all transfers will require
instructor’s approval. If enrollment is being accepted
after the class start date a $5 late fee will be added to
the class fee.
CONSENT OF WAIVER PARTICIPATION: Permission to participate in the listed
program(s) sponsored by the City of Turlock is given for myself and/or my minor child. I understand
that the City of Turlock carries no medical insurance for any of its program activities. I hereby agree
to indemnify and hold harmless and release the City of Turlock, its agents, and employees from
any and all liability for any injury suffered by myself or my child arising from or connected with
this program and will assume all risk for any injuries. I understand that a physicians clearance is
recommended prior to participation. I acknowledge that I have received information regarding this
activity.
Signature: _ ___________________________________________________
(Parent/Guardian must sign for anyone under 18 years of age)
Print Name Here: ______________________________________________
 Holiday Events
Turlock Downtown Breakfast
Christmas Parade with Santa
“A Rock-n-Roll Christmas” Presented by the City of Turlock
Friday, December 4 • 6:30pm Teen Advisory Council
Spend an enchanted morning with Santa and his friends eating
Join the Fun for a nighttime lighted parade. breakfast, listening to holiday music, writing letters to Santa
The parade will travel Historic Main Street beginning at Canal. and taking a picture with Santa.

Calling all fun and creative businesses, groups & families to Information on location and tickets will be available in the
pick up your entry form for the Annual Turlock Downtown Recreation Office, October 1, 2009.
Christmas Parade, “A Rock-n-Roll Christmas”. There are a
limited number of entries allowed. Art-Tastic
Entry Forms Available: Christmas Gifts :
Monday, Oct. 12 – Wednesday, Nov.18th
(No Exceptions) Saturday, December 19
Entry Fees: Non-Profit $50.00 9:00am – 12:00pm
General $60.00
Commercial $70.00 Get some last minute shopping taken care of while your
children are creating one-of-a-kind gifts. Children will enjoy
*Any entry over 50 feet will be charged an additional fee
of $25.00 making gifts, wrapping gifts, playing games and decorating
some yummy cookies! A $10 material fee is due the first day
There is a mandatory meeting on Monday, November 30, at of class, payable to the instructor.
6pm for all parade entries. More information will be given Where: War Memorial – Club Room 2
upon turning your application in.
Ages: 6 – 12 years
Santa’s Workshop : Fee: $30.00
Saturday, December 5 • 9:00am – 3:00pm
Do you need to get some holiday shopping done? This is the
perfect opportunity while we watch the kids! Sign your child
up now for a day of games, crafts, movies and fun. Participants
will also have an opportunity to write a letter to Santa. Letters
will be mailed directly to the recipient.
Must pre-register by Tuesday December 1. Bring a Sack
Lunch. An afternoon snack will be provided.
Where: Club Room #2
Date: Saturday • December 5
Grades: K – 6th
Fee: $25.00

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Turlock, CA 95380
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