Trip Meeting

Seniors who love to travel meet once a month to discuss new destinations and sign up for trips. They help determine trip policies and future trips and are given the first opportunity to sign up for new trips announced at the meeting. To be part of the planning process, come to the Pleasant Hill Senior Center Trip Meetings: June 5

• Fri., 1 pm, Senior Ctr.:  Bldg. 2, 233 Gregory Ln.

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Bargain Book Sale

Friends of P.H. Library
Go early! Find the book you’ve always wanted/searched for. Book donations also accepted. For details,call 939-7915.
June 6

• Sat., 9:30 am / members; 10 am–3:30 pm / public.
• Central Library:  1750 Oak Park Blvd. (Behind the library on Santa Barbara Rd.)

Special Recreation – Summer Fling

PHR&PD has a partnership with the City of Concord and the City of Walnut Creek to offer Special Recreation Dances for the Developmentally Disabled.
June 12,  Fri., 7–9 pm

• Cost:  $6
• Heather Farms Community Center, 301 N. San Carlos, Walnut Creek

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Pool Open for Public Swimming

The Pleasant Hill Recreation & Park District is excited to announce the opening of the renovated Pleasant Hill Aquatic Park (pool and Sprayground) on Friday, June 19.
Programs scheduled to begin at PH Aquatic Park on June 15 will be modified. Weekday swim lessons will begin Monday, June 22. For detailed information, call 682-0896.

• Hours of Operation:

  Mon–Th, 1:15–4:15 (thru 8/20)

  Fri, Sat/Sun, 1–5 pm (Fri thru 8/21, Sat/Sun thru 9/7)

Children 8 yrs/under must be accompanied in the water by a paying adult (18 yrs/older).

• PH Aquatic Park, 147 Gregory Lane

Spamalot Musical

(18 yrs. & up)

See Monty Python’s musical comedy at the Golden Gate Theatre, 6th & Market, an easy two-block walk from Powell BART station. The 2005 Tony Award-winning music with lyrics by Eric Idle and John Du Prez. Price covers mezzanine seat, not transportation. Deadline:  May 15.
5148.600  June 18

• Th., 8–10:20 pm
• Fee:  $68

Friday Night Family Swimming

June 19, July 3, July 17, July 31, Aug. 14, Aug. 28

Admission:

• 6–9 pm
• PH Aquatic Park: 147 Gregory Ln.

Children 8 yrs/under must be accompanied in the water by a paying adult (18 yrs/older).

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Friday Flicks

All Friday Flicks have a suggested donation of $.50 and shown on a large screen. Arrive early (11:30 am) and enjoy our Chef’s lunch for only $3.50.
June 19 – “Religulous”
July 24 – “W”
Aug. 14 – “Marley & Me”

• Showtime:  Fri., 12:30 pm
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln., Bldg. 2

Thirsty “Thirsday”

Enjoy a spin-off of Taste of the Vine with a Margarita twist! Wine, Margaritas and light hors d’oeuvres will be served. Non-alcoholic beverages available.
June 25

• Th., 4–6 pm
• Tickets:  $6 / presale; $8 / at the door
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln.

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Friday Night Family Swimming

July 3, July 17, July 31, Aug. 14, Aug. 28

Admission:

• 6–9 pm
• PH Aquatic Park: 147 Gregory Ln.

Children 8 yrs/under must be accompanied in the water by a paying adult (18 yrs/older).

4th of July Pancake Breakfast & Boutique

All you can eat pancakes plus more. After breakfast, enjoy a wonderful selection of handmade items from the boutique.
July 4

• Sat., 8–11 am
• $3.50 / 11 yrs & up; $2.50 / 5 to 10 yrs
• FREE / 4 yrs & under
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln., Bldg. 2

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4th of July in Pleasant Hill

Firecracker 5K Fun Run
7:30 am (young tykes and the rest of us)

Parade – America the Beautiful
9:30 am start; Downtown Crescent Drive Area

Fun and Games in the Park–
10:30 am–2:30 pm, 147 Gregory Lane – FREE entertainment for the whole family including stage entertainment, kids games, climbing wall, bounce events, community booths, andmore Food/bevereages by BACK 40 TEXAS BBQ may be purchased.

Cool Off–
1–5 pm. The Pool and Sprayground are Open at PH Aquatic Park!

Fireworks!
College Park High School; view great fireworks starting around 9 pm. Refreshment available.

For information, parade applications, or to volunteer, visit www.phjuly4.com. For other questions, call Jim Bonato, 938-5433.

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Trip Meeting

Seniors who love to travel meet once a month to discuss new destinations and sign up for trips. They help determine trip policies and future trips and are given the first opportunity to sign up for new trips announced at the meeting. To be part of the planning process, come to the Pleasant Hill Senior Center Trip Meetings: July 10

• Fri., 1 pm, Senior Ctr.:  Bldg. 2, 233 Gregory Ln.

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Special Recreation – Hot Nights

PHR&PD has a partnership with the City of Concord and the City of Walnut Creek to offer Special Recreation Dances for the Developmentally Disabled.
July 10,  Fri., 7–9 pm

• Cost:  $6
• Concord Senior Center, 2727 Parkside Circle, Concord

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Friday Night Family Swimming

July 17, July 31, Aug. 14, Aug. 28

Admission:

• 6–9 pm
• PH Aquatic Park: 147 Gregory Ln.

Children 8 yrs/under must be accompanied in the water by a paying adult (18 yrs/older).

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Derby Day

(All ages are welcome!)
Test your engineering skills and design a boat out of cardboard, recyclables, and duct tape. All boats will compete in races across the pool. Wear your swimsuit and prepare to get wet! Preregistration required by July 15. Download Derby Day rules here.
8780.601  July 17

• Fri., 2 pm (race start time)
• Entry fee:  $5/boater
• PH Aquatic Park:  147 Gregory Ln.

Garage Bands at the Lake

Come check out some local bands at City Hall; showtime, 7 pm. Event co-sponsored by PHR&PD and the City of Pleasant Hill. For information or if you have a teen band interested in performing, call 682-0896.

Fri., 7 pm

• July 17, July 31, August 14
• Lawn outside City Hall, 91 Gregory Ln.
• FREE

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Summer Bingo Bash

$100 guaranteed prizes every game, plus more special games and prizes. Light refreshments. Seat availability based upon attendance.
July 18

• Sat.: Doors open, 5 pm; Bingo, 7 pm
• $5 ticket donation plus additional costs for paper packs
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln., Bldg. 2

Friday Flicks

All Friday Flicks have a suggested donation of $.50 and shown on a large screen. Arrive early (11:30 am) and enjoy our Chef’s lunch for only $3.50.
July 24 – “W”
Aug. 14 – “Marley & Me”

• Showtime:  Fri., 12:30 pm
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln., Bldg. 2

Taste of the Vine

Relax from your week. Sip a glass of wine with friends. You may select from a variety of red and white wines in addition to light hors d’oeuvres. Non-alcoholic beverages available. Sponsored by the Chateaus of Pleasant Hill.
July 24

Fri., 4–6 pm

• Presale:            $6 / $3 per additional ticket / $3 non-alcoholic ticket
• At the door:  $8 / $ 4 non-alcoholic ticket (Includes 2 tasting tickets)
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln., Bldg. 1

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Tumbleweeds – A Musical Production

When the west was wild! Don’t miss our award-winning teen active troupe’s theatre production based on the comic strip by Tom Ryan, with music by Arne Christiansen. This laid-back, fun fantasy featuring a zany, but lovable cast of characters. Fun and comedy for kids and the whole family. Doors open 30-minutes prior to show time.
Director:  Sophia Elliot
Producer:  Doña Foreman

• Tickets:  $10 / advance;  $15 / at door

  Thurs,: $8/advance; $10 / door

• Winslow Ctr.:  Assembly Rm., 2590 Pleasant Hill Rd.

Garage Bands at the Lake

Come check out some local bands at City Hall; showtime, 7 pm. Event co-sponsored by PHR&PD and the City of Pleasant Hill. For information or if you have a teen band interested in performing, call 682-0896.

Fri., 7 pm

• July 31, August 14
• Lawn outside City Hall, 91 Gregory Ln.
• FREE

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Pancake Breakfast at the Pleasant Hill Senior Center

The pancake breakfast also features French Toast! Enjoy a bottomless plate of either one with eggs, sausage, and orange juice.
Aug. 2

• 1st  Sunday of every month / 9–11 am
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln., Bldg. 2
                    $3.50/ 11 yrs & up; $2.50 /5 –10 yrs; FREE / 4 yrs & under

Trip Meeting

Seniors who love to travel meet once a month to discuss new destinations and sign up for trips. They help determine trip policies and future trips and are given the first opportunity to sign up for new trips announced at the meeting. To be part of the planning process, come to the Pleasant Hill Senior Center Trip Meetings: Aug. 7

• Fri., 1 pm, Senior Ctr.:  Bldg. 2, 233 Gregory Ln.

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Garage Bands at the Lake

Come check out some local bands at City Hall; showtime, 7 pm. Event co-sponsored by PHR&PD and the City of Pleasant Hill. For information or if you have a teen band interested in performing, call 682-0896.

Fri., 7 pm

• August 14
• Lawn outside City Hall, 91 Gregory Ln.
• FREE

Friday Flicks

All Friday Flicks have a suggested donation of $.50 and shown on a large screen. Arrive early (11:30 am) and enjoy our Chef’s lunch for only $3.50.
Aug. 14 – “Marley & Me”

• Showtime:  Fri., 12:30 pm
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln., Bldg. 2

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American Iron Car Show

Bring your Pre-1980s American car and enter the competition.
Awards include but are not limited to

• Best Paint
• Best Interior
• Best of Decade
• Best Engine
• Car Responsible for the Oil Crisis
• Best Beach car

Aug. 16

• Sun., 10 am– 3 pm
• PH Community Center
• Free admission for spectators

Enjoy a day of music, refreshments, and a celebration of America's love affair with our automobiles. $25 to enter a car; Download the registration form here.

For more information, call Pam Lischeske or Katrina Hunn 676-5200.

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Senior Center Open House

Have you always wondered what happens at the Senior Center? Representatives will be available to answer questions on every activity, service, class, and sport the Senior Center has to offer. Don’t miss samples from the kitchen, chances to win door prizes, and an opportunity to see what you’re missing!
Aug. 21

• Fri., 10 am–noon
• Free
• Senior Ctr.:  233 Gregory Ln.