With the county reaching a new milestone(moving to the Red Tier) in the COVID-19 pandemic, various City facilities can re-open under specific conditions and more in-person programs can resume. Read on for details!
Playgrounds Open
Under the new State guidelines announced this week, the City of Concord re-opened 19 playgrounds on Thursday, Oct. 1 after completing inspections and installation of signage indicating usage rules. Caregivers are responsible for protecting their children and themselves while using playgrounds. Rules include:
- Wear a Mask
- Maintain Distance
- No Food or Drink
- Wash Hands (Remember to bring sanitizer to the playground)
- Know When to Stay Home (If ill or if particularly vulnerable to COVID)
- Share Our Space (Wait your turn, let others have a turn)
The City is asking all playground visitors to “Stay safe and play safe.”
In-person activities
More in-person classes and activities for youth and adults are slowly returning. See the segment below for in-person classes. Many of our in-person classes will take place outdoors, but some meet indoors, depending on the type of class and feasibility of social distancing.
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We love to hear how much you enjoy our programs and facilities! This month, we are sharing a note sent to preschool teacher Miss Melissa from a Baldwin Park preschool parent:
“Thank You Miss Melissa! Aliyah is loving preschool and talks about it all the time. I feel [she] is extremely benefiting from the interaction and stimulation. We appreciate your work and effort. Bravo!”
Experience a preschool program for yourself!
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a penny for your thoughts... |
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Ball Wall Survey
The City of Concord is seeking feedback from the community and park users on proposed improvements to the outdoor multi-use ball wall at Concord Community Park. Click on the following link for more details about the project and to participate in the Ball Wall Survey.
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Shape the future of Ellis Lake Park
The City of Concord is partnering with First 5 Contra Costa and Monument Impact to pursue a State of California grant that would provide funding for improvements to Ellis Lake Park, and we need your input! Designing the improvements with significant community input will encourage higher usage, better protection, and a safer environment. Click on the link below for more information on the grant and to register for virtual meetings to share your input and ideas. Next meeting is scheduled for October 15.
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Pumpkin Contest
The City of Concord is celebrating spooky season with a Pumpkin Contest! Community members can submit pictures of their carved or painted pumpkin to events@cityofconcord.org. Submissions will be posted to the City of Concord Facebook page, and the participants who submit the top 3 most “liked” pictures will win donated gift cards!
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The City of Concord is excited to partner with Visit Concord on a virtual Oktoberfest celebration! Order a “Porch Pour Party” package and turn your backyard into a mini beer garden or revel in the comfort of your couch as you enjoy some of Concord’s best brew throughout the month of October. Partnered breweries include; Concord Tap House, E.J. Phair, Epidemic Ales and Hop Grenade. |
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Lifesaving Blood Drives
The Parks & Recreation Department continues to partner with both Vitalant and the American Red Cross to host blood drives at the Senior Center and Centre Concord. Two recent drives collected over 100 units of blood, which can potentially save 300 people (each unit of blood can save up to 3 lives).
Won’t you consider donating to help save a life? New and veteran donors are encouraged to join us at a future drive. Register for a donation using one of the links below.
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Bingocize
Ages 50+
Fridays, 10-11am
Oct 9-Oct 30
In-person @ Concord Senior Center
Meals on Wheels is trying out a small pilot program where you can play a bingo type game and learn about health. Limited seats available. Social distancing in outdoor environment. If you are interested, register online or call 925-671-3320.
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Free Flu Shots
Ages 6 month and up
Getting vaccinated is more important than ever this flu season. Vaccination will help keep hospitals from being overwhelmed by flu patients while they also care for those with COVID-19.
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Who's ready to get outside (or at least out of your own house) to exercise, socialize or learn something new? We've added limited in-person classes, as permitted by the county health order. Click on each class link for details and simple online registration!
Learn fundamentals, good sportsmanship, and proper tennis etiquette in a fun, lightly competitive and safe environment.
Come explore what being a preschooler is all about! Crafts, science, and sensory experiences, all centered around the monthly theme, will inspire creativity and learning.
Learn and practice Tai Chi and Qigong: gentle and meditative movement to improve balance, relieve stress, heal the body and quiet the mind.
Learn new sewing skills while making new friends and having fun.
Come trek with Lindsay Wildlife Staff on a short walk in Lime Ridge Open Space developed specifically for the little ones. We'll learn about plants and animals of Lime Ridge and engage in some fun activities along the way.
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If learning a new skill or being active at your own home is more your style, check out these upcoming Zoom at Home classes:
Known as moving meditation, Qigong is an ancient Chinese discipline that combines the use of gentle physical movements, stretches, mental focus, deep breathing and self-massage. Easy to learn and perfect for beginners.
Learn core skills and develop a soccer foundation, while playing at home with an adult while we coach over Zoom. Our time-tested, age specific curriculum builds confidence and promotes physical development.
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.
Enter into the magical and exciting world of chess with Chess Wizards! You will participate in epic chess games, fun and interactive lessons, tournaments, team matches, trivia and more!
Drumming has been proven to be therapeutic, and does wonders for your mind, body, and spirit, even more so during these trying times.
Learn to speak and understand French in a fun and easy way, with interactive games, group activities, and play!
Meditation helps us to quiet our mental chatter and tune into the Creative/Intuitive Mind, bringing us healing, inner peace, knowledge and new insights/idea to resolve challenges and transform to a higher level.
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We’ve gone digital!
Our printed Activity Guide is taking a break this Fall, with plans to return with a whole new look sometime in 2021. In the meantime, you can still view all our classes on the Activity e-Guide, located on the City website. It's as easy as 1-2-3!
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Stay in touch with us on Facebook!
We post interesting and timely content daily about Parks and Recreation programs and events. Like us on Facebook today!!! City of Concord, CA, Parks & Recreation.
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While our facilities remain closed for rentals and regular business hours, some facilities are open for specific programs as permitted by Contra Costa Health Services (for example, pool for lap swim, Centre Concord for preschool, etc). Even with our physical doors closed, Parks & Recreation Department staff is open and available to assist you over the phone so please contact us at:
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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