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Winter/Spring 2015
Sponsored by Al Carman, American Endowment Foundation, Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County, Craig H. Neilsen Foundation, Henry W.
Bull Foundation, Newman’s Own Foundation, Robert Rollin, Sampson Foundation, Sweet Camila Treats, System Studies, Inc., Taylor Family
Foundation, Upjohn California Fund, and United States Paralympics
January
Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
February
Thurs
1
Fri
Sat
3
2
Sun
1
Mon
2
Garden
3
Garden
12:30-2:30
Tues
12:30-2:30
Wed
4
Thurs
5
Fri
6
7
Garden
12:30-2:30
Art Class
3:30-5:30
Sat
Año
Nuevo
Valentine’s
Day Dance
6:30-8:30
12:30-3:00
4
6
5
Garden
12:30-2:30
11
12
Garden
12:30-2:30
18
Año
Nuevo
19
Garden
12:30-2:30
7
8
9
Art Class
14
16
Garden
3:30-5:30
26
Garden
21
22
12:30-2:30
3:30-5:30
Archery
10:00-12:00
24
23
15
Año
Nuevo
16
Garden
12:30-2:30
29
Movie
Night
7:00-9:00
30
23
12:30-2:30
12:30-2:30
28
22
Garden
Garden
3:30-5:30
Art Class
Garden
11
12
Art Class
14
Garden
3:30-5:30
17
13
12:30-2:30
18
19
Art Class
20
Garden
3:30-5:30
21
Archery
12:30-2:30
10:00-12:00
27
28
12:30-3:00
Art Class
27
10
12:30-2:30
17
12:30-2:30
12:30-3:00
25
9
12:30-2:30
Art Class
20
8
Garden
3:30-5:30
13
10
24
25
Art Class
3:30-5:30
Garden
Table
Tennis
5:00-6:30
31
12:30-2:30
26
Bocce
Ball
11:00-1:00
(831)459-7210 • [email protected] • PO Box 396, Santa Cruz CA 95061
www.SharedAdventures.org
Garden
12:30-2:
30
Day of
Play
Carnival
1:00-4:00
Activities Calendar
Winter/Spring 2015
Sponsored by Al Carman, American Endowment Foundation, Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County, Craig H. Neilsen Foundation, Henry W.
Bull Foundation, Newman’s Own Foundation, Robert Rollin, Sampson Foundation, Sweet Camila Treats, System Studies, Inc., Taylor Family
Foundation, Upjohn California Fund, and United States Paralympics
March
Sun
1
Mon
Tues
2
3
10:00-1:00
3:30-5:30
Lifelab
Field Trip
Wed
4
April
Thurs
5
Fri
Sat
6
Art Class
Sun
Mon
Tues
7
Wed
1
Thurs
2
Bowling
Garden
3:00-5:00
12:30-2:30
Fri
3
Sat
4
Garden
12:30-2:30
Garden
12:30-2:30
8
Nature
Walk
at Nisene
Marks
9
10
Garden
12:30-2:30
11
12
13
14
Garden
Art Class
12:30-2:30
3:30-5:30
11:00-1:00
12:00-2:00
15
16
Garden
12:30-2:30
22
Bocce
Ball
23
Garden
12:30-2:30
17
18
19
Art Class
Garden
3:30-5:30
24
Art Class
3:30-5:30
21
20
25
26
Bingo
5:00-7:00
Archery
12:30-2:30
10:00-12:00
27
28
5
Tech
Museum
6
7
Garden
12:30-2:30
8
9
10
Art Class
11
Garden
3:30-5:30
12:30-2:30
11:30-4:00
12
Rock
Climbing
5:00-7:00
19
Garden
13
Garden
12:30-2:30
20
Garden
12:30-2:30
12:30-2:30
14
15
16
Art Class
Garden
3:30-5:30
21
17
22
23
Archery
12:30-2:30
10:00-12:00
24
25
Garden
Art Class
12:30-2:30
3:30-5:30
18
Bocce
Ball
11:00-1:00
29
30
Garden
12:30-2:30
31
Art Class
3:30-5:30
26
27
Garden
12:30-2:30
28
29
Art Class
3:30-5:30
30
Table
Tennis
5:00-6:30
(831)459-7210 • [email protected] • PO Box 396, Santa Cruz CA 95061
www.SharedAdventures.org
Adventure News!
Winter/Spring 2015
Calendar & Newsletter
letter from the president
Hi friends,
How exciting that we’ve made it through another year! I always like to reflect on last year’s events and
activities that were put together by Shared Adventures. I hope you had a chance to look at all our amazing achievements listed in our 2014 Year-In-Review, which was recently mailed out. I’m glad that so
many people were able to participate in these events and had positive experiences. Included with our
Year-In-Review was information about a new giving program called “Fostered Adventures” that will support our general activity schedule. If you haven’t taken a look at the “Fostered Adventures” program yet,
please go to our website or give us a call at the office to learn more.
One event coming up on March 2nd that we haven’t done in a while is a trip up to UC Santa Cruz’s LifeLab. This outing is truly a memorable experience because there is so much to learn from the docents and
there’s a lot to see in the bountiful gardens. Another event hosted by UCSC students will be a carnivalstyle “Day of Play”. This free activity, happening on February 28th, will include carnival activities, food,
and entertainment. Look for details inside.
Going into our 21st year of being a non-profit, I am excited about the possibilities of meeting new people
while creating more life-changing activities. In the enclosed Adventure Newsletter, you will see what we
have up our sleeves for the coming months. If you have an idea for an adventure which Shared Adventures hasn’t provided before, feel free to share it with us. We’re here to help you expand your horizons
by trying something different and new!
I hope everyone had a memorable holiday and you were able to celebrate the New Year in your favorite
way. Take a look at what’s inside and give us a call to sign up for your favorite activities. We look forward
to seeing everybody in the New Year!
Happy trails,
Foster N. Andersen
Founder/President
PO Box 396 • Santa Cruz, CA 95061 • (831) 459-7210 • [email protected]
www.sharedadventures.org
Save the Dates!
Winter/Spring 2015
Major Events
• Valentine’s Day Dance Party
Sat, Feb 7th
• “Day of Play” Carnival hosted at
UC Santa Cruz
Sat, Feb 28th
• LifeLab Field Trip at UC Santa
Cruz Farm
Mon, Mar 2nd
• Tech Museum & IMAX Movie
Sun, Apr 5th
Support Shared Adventures
with an In-Kind Donation!
Our Shared Garden and the Open Art Studio are 2 weekly
programs offered for free to individuals with special needs!
These extracurricular activities teach valuable life skills including self-expression, cooperation, and healthy eating
choices; as well as presenting opportunities for new friendships and social interactions. Shared Adventures is looking for in-kind donations to support the artists and gardeners
who love these programs!
Our Shared Garden
Wishlist
• Benches
• Garden Clippers
• Gloves
• Lockable storage bench
• Popsicle sticks
• River rocks for painting
• Pencils
• Sacks of soil & compost
Open Art Studio Wishlist
• 20 & 24 gauge copper wire
• Digital Cameras
• Brayers
Learn to Sail!
Adaptive Beginner Classes
Offered Through
UC Santa Cruz
Have you ever wanted to learn to sail the high seas?
Qualifed instructors at UC Santa Cruz are excited to introduce a new sailing course for individuals with physical & mental special needs. Participants will learn to
independently launch and navigate a 2-person dinghy.
The class will consist of 8 weekly sessions. Space still
available, it’s not too late to register!
Course Details:
1/05/2015 - 3/13/2015
Mondays, 9:30am-12:00pm
Location: UCSC Dock in Santa Cruz Harbor
Contact Rusty Kingon for information on
registration and course fees:
[email protected]
• Calligraphy markers
• Charcoal sticks and pencils
• Copper foil sheets, foil tooling tools & wheels
• Electric pencil sharpener
• Round nose, flat nose,
• Gum erasers
needle nose pliers (jewelry
• Heavy duty tin foil
size)
• Hole punch
• Small container of gesso
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Stamps and stamp pad ink
• Masking tape
• Stencils
• Multi-colored sharpies fine
• Watercolor paper
point
• White card stock
• Printer
• White paper
• Prismsacolor marker sets
Various Items for SA Activities
• Bingo game set
• Life preservers
• Bottled water
• Reusable serving supplies
• Disposable utensils
• Storage space
• Folding table & chairs
• Small toys for bingo prizes
• Kayak paddles
If you have any of the above items to donate, please
contact Shared Adventures:
(831) 459-7210 • [email protected]
Any contributions are greatly appreciated!
PO Box 396 • Santa Cruz, CA 95061 • (831) 459-7210 • [email protected]
Fun at UC Santa Cruz!
Enter to win!
See the Santa Cruz
Warriors from Front Row
Thanks to a generous donation from Al Carman of the
SCORE organization, Shared Adventures participants have
the opportunity to win 2 front row seats, valued at $120.00
each, to a Santa Cruz Warriors Basketball game at the
Kaiser Permanente Arena!
2014 Ticket Winners!
How to Enter:
• Giveaways will take place between the months of
January-March. Ticket giveaways will be announced
to our participant e-mail list and Facebook page
In Multi-Purpose Room of College 10 at UC Santa Cruz
- 1156 High St, Santa Cruz 95064 -
UC Santa Cruz LifeLab:
“Feeling Fine with Fresh Food,
Nutrition & Cooking”
Join Shared Adventures for a special opportunity to
visit the LifeLab garden for a guided tour & activity
session. Learn about the important connections between what you eat & keeping your body healthy, and
how to prepare an easy, delicious meal with ingredients straight from the garden!
Monday, March 2nd
10:00-1:00
$5/person
Hosted by
UCSC LifeLab
• Shared Adventures will send out a “Question to Win”
announcement before each giveaway
• Answer the “Question to Win” to be placed in the
drawing
• Winners will be selected from the drawing randomly
• One ticket must be for an individual who has a
disability or special need. The other ticket can be
for a care provider, friend, etc.
• Join our participant e-mail list at
www.SharedAdventures.org to find out when you can
win!
SCORE is a national non-profit organization that
offers free face-to-face business counseling and
mentoring to people who are thinking of starting a business, as well as existing non-profit and
for-profit businesses. Santa Cruz County SCORE
also offers a series of small business related workshops. SCORE is a resource partner of the SBA
Learn More: (831)621-3735
www.santacruzcounty.score.org
PO Box 396 • Santa Cruz, CA 95061 • (831) 459-7210 • [email protected]
Shared Adventures
Winter/Spring 2015 Catalog of Activities
Please read our policies before signing up for adventures!
How to Register
Payments & Cancellations
Transportation
To register for activities contact the
Advance registration and payment is
Shared Adventures does not
Shared Adventures office. Office
required unless otherwise stated. We cannot provide transportation. If you need
hours are Tuesdays, Thursdays, and
confirm your spot at an activity until payhelp with transportation to
Fridays from 11:00am-5:30pm. All
ment is received. Checks should be payable
activities, you can call Liftline at
activities are fully accessible, call if
to Shared Adventures. We can accept credit (831) 688-9663 or ParaCruz at (831)
you would like to discuss any special
cards over the phone. At least 48 hours
425-4664 which you may be eligible
needs.
notice is required for cancellations. Less than
to use at no cost. Carpools can
Contact Shared Adventures:
48 hours will result in no refund. A limited
sometimes be arranged.
(831)459-7210
number of scholarships are available, please
[email protected]
contact our office to inquire.
Archery Lessons
Dates: Saturday, Jan 17
Saturday, Feb 21
Saturday, Mar 21
Saturday, Apr 18
Location: Santa Cruz Indoor Archery Range
(141 Brookwood Dr at Delaveaga Park, Santa
Cruz)
Time: 10:00-12:00pm
Cost: Free
Archery builds motor skills, persistence, strength,
and focus, plus it’s great fun and provides instant
positive feedback. Space is limited for this free activity so sign
up quickly! All skill levels are
invited to attend. Adaptive equipment available for those with
visual disabilities. Participants
must be at least 10 years of age.
Bocce Ball & Games at
Bocci’s Cellar
Dates: Saturday, Jan 31
Saturday, Mar 14
Saturday, Apr 25
Location: Bocci’s Cellar (140 Encinal St, Santa
Cruz 95060)
Time: 11:00-1:00pm
Cost: Free (bring money if you would like to purchase
lunch from Bocci’s Cellar)
Come play a few rounds of bocce ball & otherfun
games at Bocci’s Cellar! Bocce ball, which resembles lawn bowling, is a great low-impact activity
that is accessible to everyone. An awesome way
to meet new people and find your competitive side.
Once you try it out you’ll be hooked! Other games
include a bean bag toss and GIANT Jenga! Participation is free, but bring money if you would like to
purchase lunch from Bocci’s Cellar.
Bingo & Pizza Party
Dates: Thursday, Mar 26
Location: Santa Cruz Hope Services (220 Lincoln St., Santa Cruz 95060)
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Cost: $5 (includes pizza, drinks, & prizes!)
You’re invited to a pizza & bingo party with Shared
Adventures! Play a few rounds and win some cool
prizes while enjoying a pizza dinner. Friends and
family all invited to play!
PO Box 396 • Santa Cruz, CA 95061 • (831) 459-7210 • [email protected]
Bowling by the Boardwalk
Date: Thursday, Apr 2
Location: Boardwalk Bowl (115 Cliff St, Santa
Cruz 95060)
Time: 3:00-5:00pm
Cost: $6 (includes 2 games and shoes)
Join us for a fun-filled early evening at the lanes!
The bowling alley, located at a great spot by the
ocean, has adaptive equipment to make this sport
even more rewarding for individuals of all abilities.
Share some laughs and cheer on friends! Great for
all ages.
“Day of Play”
Carnival Fun at UC Santa
Cruz
Date: Saturday, Feb 28
Location: UC Santa Cruz, College 9/10 MultiPurpose Room
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Cost: Free
**To register for this activity, please contact
Jazmine Aceves at [email protected].
UC Santa Cruz students are offering an afternoon
of fun & games in this one of a kind “Day of Play”!
This carnival-style event is provided to children
and adults with special needs. Festivities include
games, prizes, food, and more in a family-friendly
setting.
Indoor Rock Climbing
Date: Sunday, Apr 12
Location: Pacific Edge Climbing Gym
(104 Bronson St., Santa Cruz 95062)
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Cost: $10
Elephant Seal Hikes at Año
Nuevo State Park
Dates: Sunday, Jan 18
Friday, Feb 6
Sunday, Feb 15
Location: Año Nuevo State Park
(approx 20 miles north of Santa Cruz on Hwy 1.)
Time: 12:30-3:00pm
Cost: $10/person
($10 parking fee per vehicle)
Año Nuevo State Reserve is the site of the largest mainland breeding colony in the world for the
northern elephant seal. Elephant seals, sea lions,
and other marine mammals come ashore to rest,
mate, and give birth in the sand dunes & beaches.
A short walk will lead to a fully accessible boardwalk with incredible views of the seals, led by informative park docents. Afterwards, you can check
out the Visitor Center which features natural history
exhibits. This event is rain or shine- the seals love
the rain and are more active in wet weather!
LifeLab Field Trip at
UC Santa Cruz Farm
Date: Monday, Mar 2
Location: UC Santa Cruz LifeLab (1156 High St,
Santa Cruz 95064)
Time: 10:00-1:00pm
Cost: $5/person ($4 parking fee per vehicle)
Visit the farm at UC Santa Cruz and join us for an
educational and fun experience about the important
connection between food choices and health. The
trip will include activities in nutrition, and exploring
the organic vegetable and flower garden! All ages
welcome! Space is limited for this exciting opportunity. Sign up ASAP to reserve a spot!
Try out the fun and challenging sport of rock climbing in a supportive environment with experienced belayers to guide you. Tackle the walls
at Pacific Edge, one of the Central Coast’s most
renowned climbing gyms. Prepare to reach new
heights and have a great time! Participants must be
at least 6 years of age.
PO Box 396 • Santa Cruz, CA 95061 • (831) 459-7210 • [email protected]
Nature Walk at
Nisene Marks State Park
Date: Sunday, Mar 8
Location: Nisene Marks State Park
(Aptos Creek Rd, Aptos CA 95003)
Time: 12:00-2:00pm
Cost: Free
Enjoy an afternoon exploring the beautiful forest of
Nisene Marks. We’ll take short hike on an accessible trail led by an experienced guide, who will
educate us on the surrounding trees & greenery.
Bring a bag lunch to eat with the group.
Movie Night
Dates: Thursday, Jan 29
Location: Aptos Hope Services
(8056 Valencia St., Aptos 95829)
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Cost: Free
Film: How to Train Your Dragon 2
Why pay for the theatre? Join us at Hope Services
in Aptos to hang out with friends and watch a
movie on the big screen for free! Light refreshments provided. The movie showing will be How
to Train Your Dragon 2, an exciting animated film
about Vikings and dragons coming together.
Table Tennis & Pizza Party
Dates: Thursday, Feb 26
Thursday, Apr 30
Location: Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall Basement
(216 Evergreen St, Santa Cruz)
Time: 5:00-6:30pm
Cost: Free (small donations accepted)
Table Tennis is a great indoor activity to help you
stay active in the winter! The Santa Cruz Table Tennis Club gives Shared Adventures full use of their
equipment for us to learn this energizing sport. We
will have volunteers on hand to share their skills
and give helpful tips. Shared Adventures provides
a complimentary pizza dinner with this activity to
enjoy after you play!
Valentine’s Day Dance Party
Date: Saturday, Feb 7
Location: Harvey West Park Clubhouse
(275 Harvey W Blvd, Santa Cruz)
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $10 pay at the door (care providers free)
Pre-Registration NOT Required
Join us for an enchanting evening of fun, music,
and dancing. Bring a special someone or come celebrate with friends at our annual Valentine’s Day
Dance. Entertainment will include a live DJ, light
show, and refreshments. Watch out for Cupid’s arrow!
San Jose Tech Museum &
IMAX Film Experience
Date: Sunday, Apr 5
Location: Tech Museum of Innovation
(201 S. Market St, San Jose 95113)
Time: 11:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $6/student & senior, $8 adult
Home to one of the only IMAX Dome Theaters in
Northern California, the theater at the Tech is the
ultimate movie experience with crystal clear images up to 8 stories high! The educational show
will last approximately 45 minutes. After the film we
will explore the interactive Tech Museum. With over
240 unique hands-on experiences, there’s sure to
be something for all ages and interests!
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ongoing activities
Open Art Studio
Dates: Every Tuesday
Time: 3:30-5:30pm
Location: Hope Services in
Santa Cruz (220 Lincoln St,
Santa Cruz 95060)
Cost: Free
The Open Art Studio is an inclusive after-school art
program for people with and without special needs.
Students work with many creative mediums including printmaking, painting, ceramics, and photography. They also benefit from the expertise of guest
artists, learn about master artists, take field trips to
view local art, and participate in art shows. Students work together to grow as artists in a supportive and respective environment. All ages welcome
to attend. To see what the studio is currently working on, or to purchase a book created by the artists,
visit
www.SharedAdventuresArtists.com.
Our Shared Garden
Dates: Every Monday & Friday (weather permitting)
Time: 12:30-2:30pm
Location: Trescony Community Garden (Trescony St, Santa Cruz 95060)
Cost: Free
Come see what’s growing in our garden! Everyone
is welcome to join whether you are new to gardening or come with plenty of experience. Our Shared
Garden consists of 7 raised wheelchair accessible
garden beds (200+ sq ft) at the Trescony Park
Community Gardens. Afternoons are spent in the
fresh air sowing seeds, watering, weeding, pruning, harvesting and enjoying. Help the greenery
grow and reap the harvest through the year while
learning about the nutritious benefits of gardening.
Now is a great time to visit the class and see what
the garden will produce in spring! This ongoing
project is for all ages to enjoy. Drop-ins welcome.
Art sessions are taught by Evelyn Markasky. See
Evelyn’s work at www.evelynmarkasky.com.
Adaptive Yoga Project
Adaptive Yoga classes are designed for students
with a variety of needs who are looking for a safe
place to experience the multiple benefits of yoga.
These benefits would include increased flexibility,
greater sense of balance, moderate strengthening, and much more.
3-4 classes are offered a week, including classes
exclusively for juniors. No previous yoga experience needed to participate. For more information,
or to register for classes, contact Annica Rose at:
(831) 423-9642.
Full class schedule, pricing, and teacher bios can
be found at www.AdaptiveYogaProject.com.
Garden classes are taught by Kate Purcell, owner
of Kate’s Kitchen Gardens. You can see Kate’s
work at www.mykitchengardens.com.
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