It’s been fantastic to see all your happy faces at our community centers again! After re-opening our facilities on July 6, Parks & Recreation staff have been reminded of how great our customers are and how much we missed seeing each of you in person over the past year.
As we return in person, we ask that when entering our community centers, please wear a face covering, regardless of your vaccination status.
Finally, you may notice a few new staff faces at our facilities! While many of our dedicated staff have returned, we are excited to on board several new full-time and part-time staff! Say hello and welcome to…
- Dario (facility rentals), Joslyn and Jazmyn at Centre Concord
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Vivian (senior programs and rentals) and Sarah at Concord Senior Center
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Jorey (sports and rentals) at Willow Pass Center
We hope to see you soon!
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Music & Market
Music & Market is rocking at Todos Santos Plaza every Thursday night! Enjoy live music and farm fresh foods, starting at 6:30 p.m. each week.
Upcoming concerts
August 5: The Big Jangle (Tom Petty Tribute)
August 12: Carlos Xavier Salsa Band
August 19: The 925 Band
August 26: Roy Rogers with Carlos Reyes
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Fall Activity Guide available soon!
Keep an eye out for the delivery of the Fall Activity Guide and City News to your mailbox in mid-August. We are so excited to have our printed guide back in circulation!
This publication will be chockful of articles about your City government, upcoming special events, and future classes and programs for all ages. Concord residents receive a guide in the mail and copies will also be available at our three community centers and City Hall after August 12.
If a digital version is more your style, you can flip through the online version of the guide on our website (digital Fall guide will be available August 4).
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Mobile Blood Drive with Vitalant
There’s currently a critical blood shortage and blood donations are being distributed to hospital patients faster than donors are giving. You can help rebuild the blood supply to sufficient levels by donating at our upcoming drive!
The City of Concord is sponsoring a bloodmobile in Field 2 Parking Lot at
Willow Pass Park. Scheduling an appointment is strongly recommended.
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
10am-3pm
Willow Pass Park, Field 2 parking area (2850 E. Olivera Road)
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Plan your event with us!
It’s never too early to start planning your holiday event! Host your upcoming party at one of our great locations, Centre Concord, Concord Senior Center or the Willow Pass Center. For details about site amenities or to submit an inquiry to learn more, click on the Facility Rental tab below. You can also reach our Facility Coordinator directly at (925) 671-3324.
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Come work with us!
The Concord Parks & Recreation Department is currently recruiting for the following part-time positions:
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If it's happening in Concord, chances are it's at Todos Santos Plaza!
With the Music & Market series returning to Todos Santos Plaza, it seems fitting to share a little more about this great space in this month's park highlight!
Nestled between Salvio Street, Willow Pass Road, Grant Street and Mount Diablo Street, Todos Santos Plaza is 2.5 acres of bustling activity, no matter what time of the year! The large grass space is often used for picnics, tossing a ball with the kids, or hosting thousands at each summer concert or special events, while the playground is popular with the elementary-aged set. The Plaza also is known for hosting the weekly Farmer’s Markets on Tuesdays (year round) and Thursdays (July-September). The Plaza has been a central part of the downtown since it was dedicated to the people of Concord by town founder Don Salvio Pacheco more than 125 years ago.
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PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
Our 2021/22 school year preschool program is filling fast but we do have openings in select classes at both locations, Centre Concord and Baldwin Park. The program is designed to offer your child space to enhance their social and emotional skills, enhance language skills and give them opportunities to work on gross motor skills. Children will engage daily in art projects, circle time, outdoor and snack time. Each class is led by a qualified teacher and a teacher aide assistant.
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An introductory swim program for 3-5 year olds that are new to the water and encourages an independent learning experience. Parents do not accompany swimmers in the water.
Designed for students who are comfortable in the water and independent of parents.
Learn sewing skills while making new friends and having fun too! Small classes allow for individual instruction with the certified sewing instructor. Projects may include masks, small quilts, stuffed animals, and more! Computerized machines and all small materials provided.
The program emphasizes proper fundamentals, good sportsmanship, and proper tennis etiquette in a fun, lightly competitive safe environment.
Much more rigorous than the beginner class, at the intermediate level, students are learning to deal with faster shots using more advanced footwork and quicker preparation. Competitive play, mental toughness and the importance of work ethic are also introduced.
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Muscle toning for the young at heart. It's the dance fitness party that moves at your pace-and more! Shake and sculpt your way to a healthy body for active lifestyle.
Learn and practice gentle movement to improve balance, strengthen the body, quiet the mind and relieve stress. Each class includes standing meditation, Qigong and Tai Chi movement from the Yang-style long form.
Burn fat, strengthen your core, and improve flexibility while dancing to Latin inspired dance. This high intensity class can burn up to 400 calories while grooving to salsa, merengue, and even belly dance. The best part? You'll have so much fun, you'll forget you're working out!
Introduction to boxing and kickboxing as it will be taught on the standard weekly class. All levels welcome. No audience participation.
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CONCORD CAFÉ COSTA
(FORMERLY C.C. CAFÉ)
Concord Café Costa is for adults 60+ and younger spouses and seniors. Café Costa offers an unbeatable price on a well-balanced lunch. Donations are accepted to cover the cost of food ($3 is the suggested donation).
Join us for in-person dining!
Concord Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Check-in: 11:00 a.m.
Lunch served: 11:30 a.m.
Dining room closes: 12:30 p.m.
Reservations are required, and must be made by 11:30 a.m. the day before by calling 925-825-1488.
Seniors receive 5 frozen take-out meals on Thursdays through the month of August. Restrictions apply. Call (925) 825-1488 for more information.
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GoGo CONCORD
SENIOR TRANSPORT PROGRAM
This new program replaces the former Get Around Taxi Script program to provide affordable curb-to-curb transportation for senior citizens who have lost the ability to drive so they stay engaged and continue to age well.
The program offers Concord residents aged 65 and older who apply a 50% discount off of rides. Attendants and companions still ride at no additional charge. Service animals, walkers, and wheelchairs, and other mobility devices can still be accommodated.
For an application or more information, call 925-671-3320.
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NATURE JOURNALING
Saturday, August 21
10:00am-12:00pm
Enjoy the beauty of nature through painting, photographing, sketching or doodling. Learn basic exercises for viewing flora and fauna with a more creative eye, then venture out on your own to explore. Nature journaling calms the mind and increases your attention to detail.
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Stay in touch with us on Facebook!
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Stay in the know...
Check out our new page, What's Happening!, on the Parks & Recreation website. Stay on top of new recreation programs, park updates, reopening logistics, community blood drives and more can be found here.
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We are here for you! The Parks & Recreation team is delighted to reach a point where we can safely activate more quality of life enhancing programs, facilities and services. The Parks & Recreation Department's business offices and community centers are open as listed below.
Centre Concord
Facility hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
In-person registration available from 10am-12pm and 1-3pm (or anytime online at concordreg.org)
Concord Senior Center
Facility hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
Willow Pass Center
Facility hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
In-person registration available from 10am-12pm and 1-3pm (or anytime online at concordreg.org)
Concord Community Pool
Lap Swim
- Short and long course available
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Visit website for specific days and hours
Recreational Swim
- Limited to 300 swimmers
- Fridays: 1-4pm
- Saturdays & Sundays: 1-5pm
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Visit website for info on closures due to swim meets
You can also reach out to us by phone:
Centre Concord: (925) 671-3382
Concord Senior Center: (925) 671-3320
Willow Pass Center: (925) 671-3423
Concord Community Pool: (925) 671-3480
Concord Registration: (925) 671-3404
The Parks & Recreation Department will continually update the City web page dedicated to the COVID-19 issue as it relates to City programs, events, activities, and facilities so please check back often.
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