Winter/Spring 2023
2 707-421-7200 RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA We l c o m e Recreation, Parks, and Marina Department Staff Kris Lofthus Deputy City Manager/ Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . klofthus@suisun com Janet Hull Recreation Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jhull@suisun com Jeff Downey Recreation Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jdowney@suisun com Marvin Mora Recreation Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mmora@suisun com Hayley McHenry Recreation Coordinator, Youth Programs . . . . . . hmchenry@suisun com Fernando Pantoja Recreation Coordinator, Tournaments & Concessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . fpantoja@suisun com Diana Salt Recreation Coordinator, Early Childhood Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dsalt@suisun com Justeen Singley Recreation Coordinator, Senior Programs & Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . jsingley@suisun com Kat Shrader Administrative Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . kshrader@suisun com Are you looking for a fun, rewarding job where you can make an impact on the community? Suisun City Recreation is hiring for the following positions: ✦ After School & Youth Camps Attendants ✦ Pre-school Staff ✦ Facility and Sports Field Attendants ✦ Special Events Attendant ✦ Marina Staff If you are interested in any of those positions, Suisun City Recreation encourages you to visit www calopps org/city-of-suisun-city to see complete job details and to apply! For any questions, please contact Marvin Mora, Recreation Supervisor at mmora@suisun com or 707-421-7200
3 Suisun.RecDesk.com RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s Table of Contents Greetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Park & Facilities Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 First 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Break Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Joseph Nelson Community Center 611 Village Drive Suisun City, CA 94585 Office Hours Mon-Fri; 9am-5pm Registration Website suisun recdesk com 707-421-7200 Suisun City Marina 800 Kellogg Street Suisun City, CA 94585 707-429-2628 Lambrecht Sports Complex 4479 Petersen Road Suisun City, CA 94585 707-421-7200
4 707-421-7200 RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA G r e e t i n g s Hello Suisun City! On behalf of the Recreation, Parks, and Marina (RPM) Department, we are excited to share the Winter/ Spring 2023 edition of our ‘Playbook’ Recreation Guide There are many exciting events and programs happening between December 2022 and May 2023, so we hope you take the time to check out what we have to offer The holiday season kicks off with our annual Christmas on the Waterfront event on Saturday, December 3 in downtown Suisun City Thousands are expected, so we hope you join us for a family-friendly event featuring a lighted boat parade, an opportunity for pictures with Santa, tree lighting, and fireworks. We are also excited to share that our 2nd Annual Menorah Lighting event will happen on Thursday, December 22 at City Hall! As you may know, all senior activities are now held at the Nelson Center We have a variety of regular senior programs weekdays from 9am-2pm, including dance, bingo, educational seminars, special events, and trips Also for the first time since 2019, we will be hosting an in-person Senior Holiday Luncheon at the Nelson Center on Friday, December 16! After an extended closure due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, our Preschool program will return in January 2023! We are excited to welcome your preschoolers back to the Nelson Center with this program, along with the free First 5 Solano funded recreation classes program Information for both programs start on Page 7. For elementary aged students, we are holding extended break day camps; information is listed on Page 9 Finally, there are upcoming special projects, including the scheduled Spring 2023 opening of Prosperity Park Community Garden on Blossom Avenue and the release of our Recreation, Parks, and Facilities Master Plan The RPM Department is working tirelessly to provide quality programs, events, and recreation opportunities to our community, and we invite you all to participate Suisun City RPM Department Management Team Kris Lofthus, Janet Hull, Jeff Downey, and Marvin Mora
5 Suisun.RecDesk.com RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA Park & Faci l ities Map
6 707-421-7200 RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA Fa c i l i t i e s The Joseph Nelson Community Center is the perfect venue for a wide variety of events. The facility is available for meetings, weddings, parties, award ceremonies, and any other celebratory activity you wish to plan. The Banquet Room features 4,000 square feet of hard wood floor with plentiful windows, an attached private patio, and stage A full-service kitchen is attached for all of your catering needs There are also three meeting rooms with movable walls that enable the space to be configured to fit your specific needs. Banquet Room: 260 dining capacity – 350 assembly capacity – 4000 sq ft total If you have any questions about renting fields, the clubhouse, or the entire sports complex, please contact the Recreation Office at (707) 421-7200 The Lambrecht Sports Complex 4479 Petersen Rd., Suisun City, CA 94585 features four fully fenced and lit fields with various base distances (60-90 ft) and 300 ft fences, four outdoor batting cages, and a spacious clubhouse area. Lambrect Sports Complex has been the host for many types of events that include but are not limited to baseball, softball, soccer, rugby and field hockey If you are looking to have an outdoor sporting event, this is the place Meeting Rooms Room A: . . . . . . . . . . 60 dining - 110 assembly - 1200 sq ft Room B: . . . . . . . . . . . 60 dining - 110 assembly - 1200 sq ft Room C: . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 dining - 60 assembly - 750 sq ft Rooms A, B & C: . . . 140 dining - 280 Assembly - 3200 sq ft Classroom: . . . . . . . . . . 30 dining - 60 assembly - 800 sq ft Open: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm, Closed on holidays To check availability for our rental facilties, please visit suisun.recdesk.com or call our main office at 707-421-7200 during normal business hours.
7 Suisun.RecDesk.com RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA Pr e s c h o o l Pre-Kindergarten (3–5 years old) The pre-Kindergarten program is designed to help prepare children for their transitional kindergarten or kindergarten experience We offer a range of developmentally appropriate activities to promote individual growth and development Children will have the opportunity to build on the necessary skills needed for kindergarten and beyond Must be potty-trained AM Sessions only M/W/F AM classes M/W/F 9:00 am -11:30 am 1/9-1/30 $135 M/W/F 9:00 am -11:30 am 2/1-2/27 $135 M/W/F 9:00 am -11:30 am 3/1-3/31 $210 M/W/F 9:00 am -11:30 am 4/3-4/28 $135 M/W/F 9:00 am -11:30 am 5/1-5/26 $180 T/TH AM classes T/TH 9:00 am -11:30 am 1/10-1/31 $105 T/TH 9:00 am -11:30 am 2/2-2/28 $90 T/TH 9:00 am -11:30 am 3/2-3/30 $135 T/TH 9:00 am -11:30 am 4/4-4/27 $90 T/TH 9:00 am -11:30 am 5/2-5/25 $120 T/TH PM classes T/TH 12:30 pm -3:00 pm 1/10-1/31 $105 T/TH 12:30 pm -3:00 pm 2/2-2/28 $90 T/TH 12:30 pm -3:00 pm 3/2-3/30 $135 T/TH 12:30 pm -3:00 pm 4/4-4/28 $90 T/TH 12:30 pm -3:00 pm 5/2-5/25 $120 M/W/F AM classes M/W/F 9:00am – 12:00 pm 1/9-1/30 $135 M/W/F 9:00am – 12:00 pm 2/1-2/27 $135 M/W/F 9:00am – 12:00 pm 3/1-3/31 $210 M/W/F 9:00am – 12:00 pm 4/3-4/28 $135 M/W/F 9:00am – 12:00 pm 5/1-5/26 $180 T/TH PM classes T/TH 9:00am – 12:00 pm 1/10-1/31 $105 T/TH 9:00am – 12:00 pm 2/2-2/28 $90 T/TH 9:00am – 12:00 pm 3/2-3/30 $135 T/TH 9:00am – 12:00 pm 4/4-4/28 $90 T/TH 9:00am – 12:00 pm 5/2-5/25 $120 Closure Dates: Winter Break . . . . . . . December 22- January 6 . . . . Dr. Martin Luther King Day - January 16 Presidents’ Week . . . February 20 - 26 . . . . . . . . . . Spring Break - April 10 – 14 Registration requirements for 2022-2023 school year: First month’s tuition is due at time of enrollment The remaining payments are due on the 20th of the preceding month This program that runs from January 2023 – May 2023. Children must be age required on or before September 1, 2022. Copies of birth certificate and copy of child’s immunization record are required Registration available in-person at the Nelson Center or online at suisun recdesk com For more information, please contact Diana Salt at dsalt@suisun com Discovery Preschool (21/2–3 years old) Our program provides children in this age group with learning opportunities through art and play Our daily schedule allows for individual and group activities that allows children the opportunities to expand their knowledge while exploring the world around them Our classroom is designed to offer a range of developmentally appropriate activities where children can explore science, art, reading, dramatic play, tactile play, music, and more If child is not potty-trained, parent must be available for potential diaper change Available for AM or PM sessions Registration opens 12/5/22 at 9:00 am
8 707-421-7200 RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA F i r s t 5 First 5 Solano Funded Early Childhood Recreation Classes Thanks to funding from First 5 Solano, Suisun City Recreation is offering free recreation classes for Solano County residents ages 2-4 The program will offer 45 minute age appropriate classes from three local instructors – Air Blair Athletics for sports, Motion Dynamics for dance, and CARE4EM for yoga and drumming classes All classes will take place at the Nelson Center – 611 Village Drive, Suisun City Please note that each child is capped to two total classes throughout the length of this program (September 2022 – June 2023) Online registration dates and links will be posted to facebook com/suisunrpm, and below is the anticipated schedule of classes through May 2023 For more information, contact Marvin Mora, Recreation Supervisor at mmora@suisun.com January Ballet & Tap by Motion Dynamics Wednesdays (1/11-2/1) 5:30pm Tiny Athletes (Sports Medley) by Air Blair Athletics Thursdays (1/12-2/2) 10:00am February Mindful Music Yoga by CARE4EM Tuesdays (1/24-2/14) 5:00pm Mindful Music Drumming by CARE4EM Tuesdays (1/24-2/14) 6:00pm March Ballet & Tap by Motion Dynamics Wednesdays (3/1-3/22) 5:30pm Soccer by Air Blair Athletics Thursdays (3/2-3/23) 10:00am Mindful Music Drumming by CARE4EM Tuesdays (3/7-3/28) 5:00pm Mindful Music Yoga by CARE4EM Tuesdays (3/7-3/28) 6:00pm May Movement w/ Music (Dance) by Motion Dynamics Wednesdays (5/3-5/24) 5:30pm Basketball by Air Blair Athletics Thursdays (5/4-5/25) 10:00am
9 Suisun.RecDesk.com RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA B r e a k C a mp s School Break Camps Need childcare during the extended school breaks?! Suisun City Recreation is offering full day break camps for Winter, President’s, and Spring breaks for students grades 1-6 in accordance with the 20222023 Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District (FSUSD) elementary school calendar. Staff will lead students in structured PE, enrichment, and fun activities throughout the days of camp Lunch is NOT provided, so students will need to bring their own lunch Please see below for dates and pricing for each camp – fee includes field trip or outside presenter. All camp programs will take place at the Joseph Nelson Community Center – 611 Village Drive, Suisun City February 20th-24th Price: $150 Time: 7:30am - 6:00pm Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center April 10th-14th Price: $150 Time: 7:30am - 6:00pm Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center December 26th-30th January 2nd-6th Price: $150 Time: 7:30am - 6:00pm Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center
10 707-421-7200 RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA C o mm u n i t y C e n t e r Community Center Classes PM Line Dance Class Description: The line dance crave has expanded to Monday nights! Join us for PM line dancing for more fun and opportunities to move! It is designed for all levels and no partners are needed Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center Day & Time: Mondays 6:00pm – 8:00m Fee: $6 drop-in fee Ballet and Tap Dance Class by Motion Dynamics Company Description: Ballet and tap techniques are combined within each class The focus is on creating positive self-confidence and increasing body awareness and coordination, while discovering the joy of dance Sessions are on-going in six week increments Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center Ages: 2 - 9+ years old Day & Time: Wednesdays Level 1 (ages 4-5): 4:00pm-4:45p Level 2 (ages 6-9): 4:45pm-5:30p Level 3 (ages 9 +): 6:15pm-7:00pm Fee: $80/per six week session Twin City Steppers Square Dancing Class Description: If music moves you to get up and dance, join the millions of Americans who have discovered that square dancing is an enjoyable way to get in shape The American Heart Association supports square dancing as a lifelong activity! Square dance attire is not required for classes Class is hosted by the Twin City Steppers, who have been dancing since 1954 The class dances to all types of music for fun and fellowship Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:30pm-8:30pm 12 week sessions – new sessions begin February 7, May 2 August 1, and November 7 Fee: $75 per 12 week session, $7 drop-in fee Shotokan Karate Description: Shotokan karate is a traditional Japanese Martial Art in which students work on discipline, respect, weight loss, character, focus, and friendship Our program is geared towards the needs of every child 6 and up Plain white uniforms are required and can be purchased online or through the instructor for an additional fee For any questions, contact kinseysensei@gmail com Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center Day: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Time: Beginner Class – 6:30pm – 7:15pm Intermediate/Advanced Class – 7:30pm – 8:15pm Fee: $55/month per child $45/month per child – sibling pricing (same household) $40/month per child – FSUSD employee pricing – must show proof at time of registration Zumba with Mandy Description: Join us for Zumba with Mandy! Zumba is a high energy, dance-based cardio class that offers a fun, party-like atmosphere No dance experience required and is a great workout for all fitness levels. Bring a water bottle and get ready to burn some calories! Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center Day & Time: Tuesdays at 6:30pm Fee: Daily: $7 drop in fee Monthly: $20 fee for 4 week session AM Line Dancing Class Description: Join us for line dancing and dance to various genres of music! Our class offers a friendly environment to have some fun and break a sweat It is designed for all levels and no partners are needed This class is offered year-round Location: Joseph Nelson Community Center Day & Time: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays: 10:00am – 11:30am Fee: $6 drop-in fee $60 discounted monthly fee
11 Suisun.RecDesk.com RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA S e n i o r s Seniors Suisun City senior programs are located at the Joseph Nelson Community Center We are happy to welcome you to the facility, whether you live in Suisun City, Solano County, or beyond There are no membership fees and many activities are free Come join us for lunch and fun activities each week We also have events, holiday celebrations, seminars, and trips that we encourage you to attend as well Monday: Board Games & Puzzles 9:00am-12:00pm Line Dancing ($6, 18+) 10:00am-11:30am Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Bingo 12:30pm-2:30pm PM Line Dancing ($6, 13+) 6:00pm-8:00pm Tuesday: Crafts 9:00am-1:00pm Line Dancing ($6, 18+) 10:00am-11:30am Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Table Tennis 1:00pm-2:00pm Zumba ($7, 18+) 6:00pm-7:00pm Square Dancing ($7, 18+) 6:30pm-8:30pm Wednesday: Painting 9:00am-12:00pm Line Dancing ($6, 18+) 10:00am-11:30am Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Bingo 12:30pm-2:30pm Thursday: Tap Dancing ($2, 50+) 10:00am-11:00am Tap Dancing ($10, 18+) 11:30am-12:30pm Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm Bingo 12:30pm-2:30pm Friday: Soul Line Dancing 10:30am-12:00pm Lunch 11:30am-12:30pm *All activities, days, and times are subject to change* Daily Schedule Lounge The senior lounge in the lobby is open on weekdays from 9:00am-3:00pm Stop by for a cup of coffee or tea and stay to chat, read, or watch TV Lunch Meals on Wheels of Solano County serves lunch on weekdays at 11:30am Reservations must be made 48 hours in advance Please call 707-425-0638 ext 2 to make a reservation There is a suggested contribution of $4 per meal for guests over 60 and $7 per meal for guests under 60 If you are unable to contribute the full amount, please consider contributing what you can No one will be denied a meal due to inability to pay Every contribution helps Meals on Wheels of Solano County continue to serve the community Weekly Schedule
12 707-421-7200 RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA S e n i o r s Special Events Join us for a free event every other month on the fourth Thursday Dinner Dance Description: Enjoy a fun night out with friends, family, and loved ones Doors open at 5:30pm, dinner is served at 6:00pm, and dancing starts at 7:00pm Preregistration is required Dates: 1/26, 5/25 Time: 5:30pm-9:00pm Movie Night Description: Join us for a movie, popcorn, and refreshments Pre-registration is encouraged but not required Date: 3/23 Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm Trips and Tours We are happy to offer senior trips and tours again Preregistration is required for all trips and tours There is a minimum and maximum number of registrations for each one Christmas Lights Tour Description: If you love looking at Christmas Lights, sign up for a tour We will be taking the RPM Van to destinations in Suisun City, Fairfield, and Vacaville. Space is limited Dates: 12/12, 12/13, 12/14 Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm Price: $2 Vacaville Premium Outlets Description: Join us for a day of shopping at the Vacaville Premium Outlets Stores include Gap, Famous Footwear, Bath and Body Works, and many more Date: 2/14 Time: 10:30am-2:00pm Price: $15 Solano Town Center Gallery Description: The Fairfield-Suisun City Visual Arts Association showcases beautiful artwork at the Solano Town Center Gallery Join us for a trip to the gallery and gift shop located at the Solano Town Center Mall Date: 4/13 Time: 10:30am-2:00pm Price: $15
13 Suisun.RecDesk.com RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA *Reservations are required. Please call 707-421-7200 or email jsingley@suisun.com by Monday, December 12th to reserve your seat* SUISUN CITY RECREATION PRESENTS b g n b n g b n b n a b JOIN US FOR LUNCH, RAFFLE PRIZES, AND MUSIC TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAY SEASON Senior Holiday Luncheon a FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16 11:00AM-1:00PM Joseph Nelson Community Center 611 Village Drive, Suisun City b
14 707-421-7200 RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA SUISUN CITY MARINA 800 Kellogg Street 707-429-2628 The Suisun City Marina is a completely modern harbor with 160 rental berthing slips, 300 foot guest dock, and free public boat launch ramps at the south end of the Marina ($10 parking) The Harbormaster Office is conveniently located adjacent to the Marina at 800 Kellogg Street The Suisun Channel provides direct access to the waterways of the California Delta and San Francisco Bay The slough winds through the Suisun Marsh where it feeds into Grizzly Bay The 116,000 acre marsh is the largest contiguous estuarine wetland preserve on the West Coast In 2011, Suisun City was recommended for designation as an official gateway to the marsh by California State Parks The marsh lures nature lovers, fishermen, hunters, and all categories of boaters Amenties Slip Rates ✦ Concrete Berths ✦ Dockboxes ✦ Dockside utilities ✦ Pumpout station ✦ 24/7 Gas and Diesel Fuel Dock ✦ Restrooms with Showers ✦ Guest Berthing Facilities ✦ Free Wi-Fi ✦ Free 24-hour launch ramp ($10 parking) ✦ 28’ Slip - $196 00 ✦ 34’ Slip - $238 00 ✦ 40’ Slip - $280 00 ✦ 46’ Slip - $322 00 ✦ 50’ Slip - $350 00 ✦ Sidetie - $100 00* *No utilities, must be less than 20’
15 Suisun.RecDesk.com RECREATION, PARKS, & MARINA DEPARTMENT SUISUN CITY, CA CHABAD JEWISH CENTER OF SOLANO COUNTY AND THE CITY OF SUISUN PRESENTS 2ND MENORAH LIGHTING ON THE SUISUN WATERFRONT AT SUISUN CITY HALL ב”ה JOINED BY ELECTED OFFICIALS AND DIGNITARIES THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2022 • 7PM 701 CIVIC CENTER BLVD, SUISUN CITY HOLIDAY FOODS: HOT LATKES, DONUTS & CHANUKAH COOKIES RAIN OR SHINE. FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY FREE EVENT OPEN TO ALL. SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE 707-592-5300 WWW.JEWISHSOLANO.COM FEATURING A STUNNING JUGGLING & LIGHT SHOW BY JEREMIAH THE JUGGLER
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