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Specialized Recreation
August 2026
Upcoming Specialized Recreation Programs
For Participants with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
| Fall Quarter Registration Opens August 5th at 12 p.m. More About Adaptive Programs |
Adult Art Classes |
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Drawing & PaintingTuesdays, 9/8–11/10 New Instructor! Guided by a professional teaching artist from the Center for Community Arts, participants will explore a variety of drawing and painting mediums to create unique, original works of art. |
CeramicsMondays, 9/14–11/9 Bring your sculpture ideas to life! Students will learn different techniques to implement into their pieces throughout the course. Explore various hand building techniques such as slab, coil, and pinch pot to use as a foundation for your sculptural ideas. |
Upcoming Adult Social Events |
Dinner Club: Skipolini'sWednesday, 8/12 Join us for an evening of great food and an opportunity to socialize with old friends and make new ones! Each participant will make their own personalized pizza, and dinner includes a fountain drink and a cookie. Meet at Civic Park Community Center; transportation will be provided to the restaurant. |
Pool Party & BBQSaturday, 8/29 12:00 PM–3:00 PM. $30.00 Splash, grill, and chill! Join us for an afternoon of swimming, a BBQ lunch, ice-cold drinks, and time with friends as we celebrate the end of summer. Participants will be dropped off and picked up at Clarke Memorial Swim Center. Participants must be able to swim, toilet and change independently, or they must be accompanied by an aide. |
Family Friendly: Santa's Quiet Corner |
Registration Opens Soon!
Step into a calm and comforting holiday space created for individuals with sensory sensitivities. Santa’s Quiet Corner offers a low-sensory Santa experience where families can enjoy the magic of the season at their own comfort. In this gentle environment, lights are soft, sounds are low, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Children and adults are welcome to meet Santa in a way that feels safe, soothing, and supportive. ¡Se habla español!