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Upcoming Community Events - Spring 2008

A publication of the City of Sacramento, Access Leisure Dept., (916) 808-2340

River Cats independence field SPRING youth baseball league
This fun and exciting league is for youth with disabilities and will be played on the fully accessible rubberized surface of River Cats Independence Field at 2450 Meadowview Road, Sacramento 95822. Games will be played on Saturday evenings. Registration is on page 11. Play Ball! Contact Steve Hornsey at shornsey@cityofsacramento.org. or 808-2340.
Games played at 5:30pm for age 5-13,
Games played at 6:45pm for age 14+
Saturdays, April 5, 12, 19, 26
Saturdays, May 10, 17, 24, 31
Saturday, June 7
Saturday June 14 End of Season Awards & Picnic

Spring, Youth Baseball League Registration Form

River Cats Independence Field Information

“BASEBALL FOR ALL” SKILLS CLINIC AT RIVERCATS INDEPENDENCE FIELD, SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2008 10AM-1PM
This FREE skills clinic will be held at the new fully-accessible River Cats Independence Field with Sacramento River Cats players giving back by coaching the junior athletes participating in this event. This awesome opportunity is open to children ages 4 through school-age with disabilities. Each ballplayer will need to bring one parent/guardian over the age of 18 with them to the clinic. Both the participant and his or her adult companion will be served lunch. Sorry, no additional family members will be admitted to this clinic. Each player may bring one adult only. All ballplayers will receive 2 free tickets to the Thursday, May 15. River Cats home game at Raley Field. Tickets courtesy of
former professional baseball player and Sacramento native, Greg Vaughn and his wife Michelle and Starr Vaughn Equestrian. Additional tickets will be available through River Cats Ticket office. Registration form on page 11. Call Steve Hornsey at 808-2340.

"Baseball for All" Registration Form.

River Cats Independence Field Information

WATER ADVENTURES IN VARIED ENVIRONMENTS (WAVE)
CAMP WAVE Camp is a residential camp based at CSU Sacramento for youth and young adults with physical disabilities ages 10-25. Campers participate in purposeful fitness, recreation, and competitive and social activities such as water skiing, kayaking,swimming, and scuba. An interest form can be found on page 11.Session 1: 7/7-7/11 (Ages 10-16)Session 2: 7/13-7/17 (Ages 17-25)Call Jenny at 808-6017 for more info.

Camp WAVE Registration Form.

Access Leisure Camps Web Page

The 3rd annual Sacramento Open Track & Field event is scheduled for Sunday, April 27 from 8am-3pm at the CSU-Sacramento Track. This fun event is open to athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Registration includes breakfast and lunch. Call Phil at 808-6045 or email psinclai@cityofsacramento.org.

DISABLED SPORTS USAInformation & ReservationsTelephone: 530-581-4161
Online: http://www.dsusafw.org Email: info@disabledsports.net CYCLINGEnjoy a morning of adaptive cycling along the Truckee River. Our Tahoe R.I.D.E.s (Riding Independently with Disabilities Excursions) includes adaptive cycling instruction, equipment maintenance/road side repair clinics; rider safety and a cycling guide. Bring a sack lunch and hang out with others cyclists after your morning ride. Intermediate riders are encouraged to sign up. Adaptive hand cycles, foot pedaled recumbent cycles and tandem bikes are included, or bring your own. $20. 6/21; 7/26; 8/23

4WD BACKCOUNTRY ACCESS
Experienced drivers get you out exploring the beautiful Sierra backcountry along rugged 4WD terrain. Picnic lunch provided for day trips. All meals provided for 3 day trip on the famous Rubicon trail.7/12 Cisco Grove - $40; 8/22-24 Rubicon—$120. RENO MULTISPORT WEEKENDDates: 6/9, 6/10To register, call 775-333-7765 or emailmcintyrea@cityofreno.com.

WATER-SKIING
Skim across a private lake on a hot summer day. What a fun way to cool off and meet new friends! Beginner and advanced skiers enjoy one-on-one instruction from experienced adaptive water ski instructors and trained volunteers.$35 for 30 minute lesson. Pleasant Oak Lake—6/6, 6/7, 8/8, 8/9. Stillwater Ranch Lake—6/4, 7/2, 8/6, 8/20, 9/3.

WHITEWATER RAFTING
Raft the exciting rapids of the South Fork of the American River through Northern California’s historic Gold Country. Professional guides take you through the exciting Class II/III rapids and serve you a scrumptious river lunch. $80.Dates: 6/28, 7/12, 7/13, 7/26, 7/27, 8/2, and 8/3.

Wellman Adventure Camp
People with disabilities and their friends and families are invited to explore summertime sports at Mark Wellman's Adventure Day at the Sparks Marina Park. The free event, presented by the Sparks Parks and Recreation Department, will feature hand cycling, kayaking and adapted rock climbing for all ages and abilities. Call 775-353-7815.

KIDS CATCH A SMILE DAY
Kids Catch A Smile Day is a day where children with physical challenges (age 5-17) enjoy a FREE day of fishing for trout at three, safe and small ponds. All fishing tackle (rods, reels and bait) is provided. Though only children with physical challenges will be allowed to fish, other activities will be available for not only the children with physical challenges but their siblings such as karaoke, face-painting, magic show, and make your own scarves and hats. There is also a FREE lunch for the entire family. The Sacramento/Aerojet event will be held Saturday, May 17. To register, either email Gary Voet atmailto:gvoet@surewest.net or call 771-0259. Please leave your name, the name of your child with a physical disability, your address and phone number. Registration limited to 60 and first-time participants will be given priority. Visit kidscatchasmileday.com.

RIDE & SHINE therapeutic riding centerLocated in Shingle Springs on the Hulse Ranch. Visit www.rideandshine.net. Call 530-676-1920 or emailinfo_rideandshine@yahoo.com.

City of Roseville Adaptive Recreation
To register, call 774-5950, -5990 or -5505 or visit www.rosevilleparks.com

Andy Ah Po's Martial Arts Studio
Andy Ah Po's Martial Arts Studio is offering special Saturday classes for Alta Regional clients. Instructors have extensive experience working with special needs children. Classes limited to 10 participants. Contact Ah Po's Martial Arts Studio at 487-0544 or email mailto:ahpokarate@yahoo.com.

ACCESS LEISURE CAMPS & OUTDOOR EDUCATION
Call Jenny Yarrow at 808-6017, email
jyarrow@cityofsacramento.org or www.accessleisuresac.org

WALK ABOUT CLUB
This group will participate in hiking trips for different levels and a “Survival Skills Day” that will teach basic survival skills for the camping enthusiast.

GRIZZLY CREEK RANCH
Grizzly Creek Ranch is a beautiful “fully accessible” built for individuals with disabilities. The camp is nestled in the Sierras just outside of Portola, California. Camp activities include fishing, hiking, swimming in a zero entry pool, arts and crafts, low and high rope challenge activities, field sports, court sports and tie-dye.Camp for Teens with disabilities: 6/29-7/3

WILDERNESS ADVENTURE MOUNTAIN PROGRAM (W.A.M.P)
Camp W.A.M.P. is an outward bound type wilderness camp experience for youth with physical challenges. Getting there is half the fun. Campers and staff 4x4 into the beautiful camp site on Hawley Lake in the Sierra Mountains. At night all sleep under the stars, while each day campers, together with their individual counselors, create a personalized experience based on the camper's individual ability. Campers choose from different structured morning activities, then set their own pace in the afternoon to choose from the activities offered to them by the surrounding natural setting. Visit www.campwamp.org. Session 1: 7/26-8/2 (Ages 10-15)Session 2: 8/3-8/9 (Ages 16-18)

Athletes Helping Athletes
“Motivation, Inspiration, Passion…No Excuses!”A non-profit foundation, Athletes Helping Athletes raises money to purchase handcycles for children with disabilities. If you or your child is under 18, has a permanent physical disability and would like more info about obtaining a free handcycle, email aha@roadrunnersports.com or visit www.roadrunnersports.com.

’08 Hand Cycling Group Rides Sacramento Cycle Series
This series is designed to provide cyclists with an opportunity for faster paced rides and timing to focus on developing conditioning and cycling skills. End of Series prizes awarded in various classes: Best Overall Rider; Most Improved Rider; and Rookie of the Year. Come out and challenge your cycling skills. (4/19, 6/14, 9/20, 10/11)

April 19—10am-12pm, Sacramento River Run

May 12-15 - Rock ’n’ Roll Yosemite
This four 4-day, 3-nights tour of Yosemite National Park will utilize hand cycles to tour the valley floor, including educational programs and is specifically designed for physically challenged individuals. New this year will be Adaptive Rock Climbing sessions led by Mark Wellman. Mark has scaled Yosemite’s’ granite monoliths including El Capitan and Half Dome and served for several years as a park ranger, after sustaining a spinal cord injury. Participants should be in good physical condition and able to cycle up to 15 miles at a leisure pace to be able to enjoy this activity. Cost for this event is $450 and includes housing, meals and activities.

May 31 – Handcycling Clinic and Ride w/DSUSA – Far West . 9 -11am.
Discovery Park. Participants will be given the opportunity to check out the various styles of handcycles available for both beginning and advanced riders. Experienced handcyclists will be in attendance to share tips about cycling and training techniques. The ride will be followed by a BBQ with Sweet Sara’s BBQ Team.

June 7—9-11am, William Pond Park.

LOSE THE TRAINING WHEELS BIKE CAMPS
The goal of the camp is to enable children with disabilities to learn to ride conventional two-wheeled bicycles. Dr. Richard Klein has designed modified bikes that allow youth to learn the dynamics of riding a two-wheeler while providing extra stability during the learning process. Camp is open to children with cognitive/developmental ages 7-22. Cost is $200. Visit www.losethetrainingwheels.org.

June 9-13 Sonoma State—Dr. Elaine McHugh at elaine.mchugh@sonoma.edu.

What Is Sled Hockey?
An exciting alternative sport using the rules of ice hockey. Players sit on a specially designed sled and use two short ice picks to propel themselves across the ice. Standard hockey rules apply. Legal body contact and raised puck shooting are as much a part of Sled Hockey as they are in traditional hockey.

Who Can Play?
This sport is played by both males and females, youth and adults ages 8-70. It totally integrates players with mobility limitations, amputees and able-bodied people with knee, leg or hip injuries that limit their participation in traditional hockey.

What do I need to play Sled Hockey?
Full equipment is required: shoulder pads, neck guard, elbow pads, knee pads, gloves, hockey pants, and an HECC approved helmet. We have a limited supply of loaner protective equipment. Players must sign a waiver in order to play. Contact Janice Van Dyck at 283-5287 or
sledhockeymom@surewest.net. Visit our website at www.sacramentosledhockey.org See Skatetown’s web-site for directions: www.skatetown-roseville or call 783-8550.

MLB Wheelchair Softball Team
We are excited to announce the first Major League Baseball (MLB) wheelchair softball team on the West Coast. This team is sponsored by the Oakland A’s and played in the 2007 MLB Wheelchair Softball Tournament September 21-22. This year we will play in more tournaments and hope to attend the US National Wheelchair Softball Tournament this summer at Shea Stadium in New York. We are looking for players as well as able–bodied volunteers that would like to help during practices. Players need to be 18 or older to play in the league, Youth wheelchair softball players that would like to practice with the adults are welcome. Registration forms and practice schedule are available on the Access leisure website. Additional practice days will be added as we get closer to competitions. Contact Steve at shornsey@cityofsacramento.org or 808-2340.

CHALLENGER BASEBALL SACRAMENTO
Call Karen Pack at 381-0898 or Jen and Merlin Kinittle at 381-1026.

TRI-CITY Challenger baseball
Tri-City Little League in Rocklin is Registering for Spring Baseball in our Challenger Division. Challenger is open to children of all ages. Visit our website at www.tricitylittleleague.com or call 773-4454.

Folsom/El Dorado Hills (Dist. 54) Challenger baseball
Contact Heather Bossman at heatherbossman@sbcglobal.net or call 530-672-2661 (home) or 916-365-3908 (cell).

LIONS CLUB WILDERNESS CAMP FOR DEAF YOUTH
Camp experiences sponsored by the Lions Clubs of California and Nevada where a deaf child age 6 to 15 can learn outdoor skills and enjoy the wonder and beauty of nature to the fullest extent. Visit www.lionswildcamp.org or call 877-896-1598.

CAMP LOTSAFUN 2008 SUMMER CAMPS
For ages 5-22: July 7-11 and July 14-25. For campers age 23+: June 16-20. Camp fees vary. Visit www.camplotsafun.com. Call 888-825-2267 or email camp@camplotsafun.com.

Environmental Traveling Companions (ETC)
Visit www.etctrips.org or call 415-474-7662.
Offers white-water rafting and sea kayaking adventures. Dates to be announced.

WILDERNESS INQUIRY
WI is a non-profit organization that focuses on getting people from all walks of life to personally experience the natural world. Integrated trips are led by experienced wilderness guides. For more info visit www.wildernessinquiry.com.

Shared adventures
For info on all trips, visit www.sharedadventures.com or call 831-459-7210.4th Annual Day in the Sky—April 19, 9am-4pm. Watsonville Airport. Free. Disabled and terminally ill children will receive plane rides over the coast. Festival and activities center on the ground. Visit www.dayinthesky.org. Sailing on the Bay (Santa Cruz)—May 1, 2-4pm. $20.Roaring Camp Railroads (Santa Cruz) - May 31, 12-3:30pm. $18.

Treasure Island Sailing Center
The TISC Adaptive Sailing Program ranges from introductory sailing for children and adults to competitive training for individuals training for the US Paralympic Sailing Team. TISC instructors are trained to support the needs of each unique participant and promote safety both on and off the water. Call Amy at 415-421-2225 or email adaptivesailing@tisailing.org. Visit www.tisailing.org.

Sacramento Capitals Wheelchair Tennis Association (SCWTA)
Every Saturday except on tournament weekends through September. Practice will typically start at 10am at the Gold River Racquet Club where we have been meeting, however in April we have to meet at 9am in the indoor courts around the corner from the club. There is NO FEE for players and we will run drills for about an hour with a teaching emphasis and implement those skills in fun match play after the drills. The outdoor club is located at 2201 Gold Rush Drive 95670 and the indoor courts are at 11205 Pyrites 95670 (around the corner.) Contact Jolene Wells at 425-6757 or email: orajjrohr@sbcglobal.net. Also visit www.scwta.com.

The Sacramento Capitals will be holding a wheelchair tennis tournament June 27-29 at Johnson Ranch Racquet Club (2501 Eureka Rd in Roseville). Open to all USTA members. Registration deadline is June 13. Contact Tournament Director John Byrn at 481-3364 or byrn916@comcast.net.

For beginning and advanced player for The River City Rollers power soccer program. This Access Leisure and BlazeSports Sacramento wheelchair sports will be on Saturdays at the Grant Skills Center at 577 Las Palmas Ave starting in September. The team will play as part of the Northern California Power Soccer League (NCPSL). The NCPSL includes teams from BORP (Bay Area Out Reach Program in Berkeley), Holister, and San Jose. Program is for players ages 8 through adults who can control their own power wheelchair. Players learn basics of the sport, increase players’ power chair control skills and advanced power soccer skills. Contact Steve at 808-2340 or shornsey@cityofsacramento.org.

CHALLENGE SUMMER BOWLING LEAGUE
Challenge Sports Summer Bowling League is open to school-age kids with special needs and their siblings! The focus is on the fundamentals of bowling: Basic rules, proper mechanics, and the development of good bowling habits and etiquette.

Games are Sundays at 10am June 1—August 31 at Mardi Gras Lanes (4800 Madison Ave.).
Cost of $7 per session ($26 non-refundable deposit due at sign-up, then $5 cash payable at all sessions) includes up to 3 games, shoe rental, an additional session of 3 games individual bowling per week, End of League Party and trophy. Register by May 25. Challenge Sports Hotline at 554-0889.

Dance class for youth and young adults between the ages of 7 and 20 years old with special needs. The class is designed to teach dance and rhythm concepts, build motor skills, encourage expression and build self-confidence. Saturdays, 11am-12pm at 11251 Coloma Rd. Suite B, Gold River. Call 851-9161 or email info@mydance10.com. Visit www.mydance10.com.

GOLFING FOR ALL
Sacramento is proud to boast three golf courses with trained staff available to teach golfers of all ages and abilities. An adaptive Golf Cart is available at theCherry Island Golf Course, “The First Tee” (formerly Say Golf) in William Land Park, and Haggin Oaks. Trained staff can improve the swing of any golfer.

To Schedule Lessons:
The First Tee in William Land Park. Call 765-5459.
Haggin Oaks , 3645 Fulton Ave. Call 575-2530.
Cherry Island Golf Course, 2360 Elverta Rd. Call 575-4653.
Bing Maloney, 6801 Freeport Blvd., Call 433-2283.

TTY’S AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC AT THEFOLLOWING CAPITAL CITY GOLF LOCATIONS:
Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course TTY 665-3637
Bing Maloney Golf Course TTY 391-8006
Haggin Oaks Golf Course TTY 481-2253
William Land Golf Course TTY 277-1207
Capital City Golf Administration Office 433-6294

Disabled Sports Golf Program
Instruction is open to anyone with any disability and whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned veteran, you’ll find a place at our golf clinics taught by PGA and LPGA golf professionals.
The tentative schedule is as follows:

Sacramento Program - Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, 3645 Fulton Avenue, Sacramento, CA
$75 per session for 9 hours of instruction.
Session 1: May 3 - June 6
Session 2: June 21 - August 2 (no program July 5th)
Session 3: August 16 - September 20
Session 4: October 4 - November 8

Reno Program - Rosewood Lakes Golf Course, 6800 Pembroke Drive, Reno, NV 98502
$75 per session for 9 hours of instruction. Sundays starting April 6, 2008.

The clinics will be seperated:
Group A, which will run from 11:00am to 12:00pm.
Group B will run from 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Session 1: April 6 - May 18 (No program on May 11)
Session 2: September 21 - October 26

Stockton Program - Swenson Park Golf Course, 6803 Alexandria Place, Stockton, CA 95207
$75 per session for 9 hours of instruction.

Tuesdays - 1st session there will be 2 clinics, one at 10:30 and one at 5:30.
All other sessions will start at 5:30pm on Tuesdays.
The dates are as follows:
Session 1: April 15 - May 20
Session 2: May 27 - July 1
Session 3: July 15 - August 19
Session 4: September 2 - October 7 Contact Chris at 722-6447.

SAC STATE DISABILITY AWARENESS DAY
Sac State’s Services for Students with Disabilities will be hosting a Disability Awareness Day on April 23, 2008 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. The theme of this special day is "Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities." Will be held on the Sac State campus in the University Union Ballroom II.

Chair scholars foundation
The mission of the ChairScholars Foundation is to provide youngsters with physically disabilities and a financial hardship a postsecondary education. The National Program is available to high school seniors and college freshmen from Maine to Hawaii - and everywhere in between. This scholarship provides up to $20,000, distributed over four years, for tuition at the students' college of choice. Call 813-920-1981 or visit www.chairscholars.org.

Spinal Cord Injury Special Fund
The Mission of the SCI Special Fund is to help individuals with spinal cord injuries maximize their independence in order to achieve life changing results. Examples include: Assistance with physical therapy or other medically related procedures, assistive technology, equipment, transportation, education, and employment. More information and the application packet can be found at www.scispecialfund.org. Contact Rogers Severson or Sheila Cox at 949-635-1970 or scox@saddlebackassociates.com. You may also contact Nancy Quarles at 714-547-6308, ext. 333 or nancy@ocgoodwill.org.

Free Admission to National Parks
If you or a family member have a disability and enjoy visiting our national parks, you may qualify for free admission. The U.S. Dept. of Interior offers an Access Pass - replaces the old Golden Access Passport for those already familiar with our parks system for citizens or permanent residents of the US who have been medically determined to have a permanent disability. It provides access to, and use of, any Federal recreation site that charges an Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee and provides a discount on some Expanded Amenity Fees. The pass must be obtained in person. For more info go to store.usgs.gov/pass/access.html

UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute
Visit www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstituteor call 703-0280. Located at 2825 50th Street.April 9—Dr. Laura Schreibman, 4pm & 6pmMay 21—Dr. Christopher McDougle, 4pm & 6pmJune 11—Dr. Deborah Fein, 4pm & 6pm

CALIFORNIA ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY EXCHANGE
Visit www.csun.edu/cod/cate to find out how you may qualify for assistance in obtaining assistive technology to enhance your quality of life. The website includes information on equipment loans, item exchanges with other users, and a funding program.

Regency Park, located at 5500 Honor Parkway, has new, fully-accessible amenities for public use. Sacramento residents now have an additional park with amenities that meet the needs of children with disabilities and also allow children to share the same play experience, regardless of their physical ability.

The new amenities include a swing set with molded, bucket seats that support a rider's head, neck and back; a spring rider with a flat, 3 ft. by 3 ft. platform that can be enjoyed by all children; and an imaginary play village that is surrounded by decomposed granite, making it accessible to children who use a wheelchair or assistive device.

PIANO LESSONS
With 15 years of experience, Melody is an active member of the California Association of Professional Music Teachers and has taught students with physical, developmental, and learning challenges. Melody teaches out of her house and instruction includes piano techniques, performance, as well as theory, ear training, and music appreciation. Tuition is payable on a monthly basis and is $120 for 45-minute lessons or $80 for 30-minute lessons. Each month consists of four private lessons. Recitals and other activities are offered throughout the year. Call Melody at 489-4520 or e-mail mnolan0529@sbcglobal.net.

The Warm Line Resource Center is for families that have a child with special needs or disability. They offer a telephone resource network that gives you access to a variety of services, information, referrals and support. A lending library and computer with internet access are available. A Parent-Liaison Program in partnership with Sac County’s CA Children’s Services. A local directory with listings of resources for families is also available. Located at 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 250 (Sacto.) and (NEW LOCATION!) 151 N. Sunrise Ave, Suite 1307 (Roseville). Call 922-9276 (or 782-7147 Roseville office) or 800-660-7995 or visit www.warmlinefrc.org.

ALS Association, Greater Sacramento Chapter
The Greater Sacramento Chapter of the ALS Association is dedicated solely to the fight against ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease). Our Chapter serves 24 counties in Northern and Central California. Our patient services are free of charge and include a durable medical equipment loan program including communication devices, Greater Sacramento Clinic Days in San Francisco, a respite care program, and a resource library that includes books, pamphlets, and videos about ALS. ALS Support Groups are held every third Saturday of the month at the Sutter Cancer Center from 10am–12pm. Contact 979-9265 or visit www.alssac.org.

Autism Society of America
We meet the 2nd Thursday of every month at the Borders Bookstore Cafe on Douglas Blvd. in Roseville starting at 7m. Visit www.goldcountryASA.org or email us at info@goldcountryASA.org . You may also call Ron Mesna at 530-315-0393.

VOLUNTEER WITH HANDS ON SACRAMENTO
Hands On Sacramento connects 2,500 volunteers a year with opportunities to match their schedules and interests. Volunteers select from one-time, group-based volunteering to longer-term opportunities to opportunities for volunteer leadership. Call 447-7063, ext. 304, email info@handsonsacramento.org or visit www.handsonsacramento.org.

Epilepsy Foundation of Northern CA.
Epilepsy Foundation of N. CA provides free monthly support group meetings for people affected by epilepsy every 3rd Tuesday from 6-8pm at Sutter Hospital Conf. Room C, 2801 L St. Call Stacee Marez at 595-9867 or visit www.epilepsynorcal.org.

FEAT (Families for Early Autism Treatment)
FEAT is a group of parents and professionals in Northern California dedicated to helping families of children with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), or Asperger’s Syndrome. FEAT is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization offering a yearly handbook, monthly resource meetings, conferences, advocacy support, programs to assist families in obtaining assessments and early autism treatment programs, parties, field trips and fund-raising events. Contact 843-1536 or FEAT@feat.org.

People First of Citrus Heights
SA self-advocacy group organized by people who have and are affected by disabilities. People First is for everyone that has a passion in making our lives better for today and the future! Meets every 2nd Saturday at 1:30-3:30pm at Roundtable Pizza, 7943 Greenback Lane. Call Nikki Mowrer at 729-4980 or Beverly Terell at 488-5510.

Society for the Blind Youth Enrichment Programs
Monthly social events held for youth ages 12 and up who are blind or visually impaired sponsored by the Society for the Blind. Come to have fun, and meet other blind youth in your area. Call Michelle Bruns at 452-8271 Ex.328.

Participants in Progress
PIP is a social club for the disabled, their friends and family. Meetings are each Saturday after the 4th of every month. Visit pipweb.info or call 491-1779.

Access Leisure Teen Program
www.accessleisureteenprogram.com
The Access Leisure Teen Programs are after-school social recreation programs for teens and young adults who have disabilities and/or exceptional needs. Activities promote the social, physical and emotional development of participants in a fun and safe environment while facilitating independent living skills. Teen Program offers: Outdoor sports, indoor games, crafts, community outings, socialization, friendships, independence and FUN! The Access Leisure Teen Programs are vendorized through Alta California Regional Center. Contact your Alta Service Coordinator at 978-6400. Please contact the Teen Program main line at 808-6085 Monday - Friday between the hours of 10am-2pm.

Volunteer opportunities are available.

Access Leisure social programs for teens and adults with developmental disabilities

Special events, trips and excursions are provided throughout the year. Programs promote inclusion and social skill development. Programs this winter will include Sacramento Kings games, Sacramento State basketball, and a gambling trip.

Social programs are community-wide activities open to teens and adults. Programs help develop social skills and self-esteem. Activities include movies, table games, Sweetheart’s Dance, Monte Carlo Night, cooking programs, crafts programs and dinner outings.

Social sports are open to active teens and adults. Programs during the winter months include SportsNight and bowling.

AXIS DANCE MASTERCLASSES/ WORKSHOPS
All classes at Malonga Casquelourd Center of the Arts, 1428 Alice Street, Oakland, CA. www.axisdance.org For more information contact AXIS at info@axisdance.org or (510) 625-0110.

San Francisco International Arts Festival
May 22-24 at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. Visit www.sfiaf.org.

Pops in the Park concert series Free!
Concerts are 6-9pm. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. Food and beverages will be available for sale or bring your own picnic dinner.
6/7 - East Portal
6/14 - Glenn Hall
6/21 - Bertha Henschel
6/28 - McKinley

ANNUAL FAIRYTALE TOWN PUPPET FESTIVAL
May 1—July 1, Wednesdays - Sundays.
Tickets for performances are $1 for Fairytale Town members and $2 for nonmembers (in addition to park admission). Park Admission is $3.75 on weekdays and $4.50 on weekends, and is free for Fairytale Town members and children 2 and under.

Visit www.fairytaletown.org/fieldtrip/funcamps.html or call 264-5233.

Farms, Friends, & Fairytales
Join Fairytale on April 20 from 11am-3pm to participate in a variety of garden and animal activities. Admission is $4.50.
Visit www.fairytaletown.org/fieldtrip/funcamps.html or call 264-5233.

FAIRY TALE TOWN FUNCAMPS
Educational day camps designed for children of specific ages. Limited to 20 children per camp. Fill your spring and summer with fun, creativity and hands-on learning at Fairytale Town. Registration begins May 1st!
Visit www.fairytaletown.org/fieldtrip/funcamps.html or call 264-5233.

VERY SPECIAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Friday, May 16, 9:30am-12:30pm, Coloma Community Center (4623 T St). The Festival will feature puppet shows, ceramics, video productions, theatre presentations, drawings, dances, and paintings created by the students.

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Publication Information:
Access Leisure Ink is a quarterly publication of the City of Sacramento, Access Leisure.

Editor: Steve Hornsey
Layout: Kim Callahan

Submission Information:
If you have a program or activity that you would like included in an upcoming issue of Access Leisure Ink, contact Steve Hornsey at:

6005 Folsom Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95816
Tele: 916-808-2340
Fax: 916-808-6155
shornsey@cityofsacramento.org Email Submission deadline for the next issue is June 6.

ACCESS LEISURE STAFF:

RECREATION SUPERINTENDENT:
Sue Vieth 808-1575

ACCESS LEISURE PROGRAM SUPERVISORS:

Sports, Camps, Outdoor Education, Social & Fitness Programs/BlazeSports Sacramento:
Annie Desalernos 808-3809

Teen Program:
Pam Prater 808-1203

ACCESS LEISURE PROGRAM COORDINATORS:
Sports, Leisure, & Children’s Programs /BlazeSports Sacramento:
Steve Hornsey 808-2340

Social & Fitness Programs for Adults and Young Adults with
Intellectual Disabilities:
Phil Sinclair 808-6045

Teen Program at Laurel Ruff Center:
Dara Schneider 808-6085

Teen Program at C.K. McClatchy High School:
Jeff Parmelee 808-6085

Teen Program at Harriet Eddy Middle School:
Lorena Sanchez 808-6085