A Newcomer's Guide to Beale AFB, California: Part 4

Parts 1-3 of this series dealt with settling in and becoming orientated with Beale AFB, as well as offering suggestions for activities for children to engage in. This article will look at some family events that are available at Beale AFB for families to enjoy.

Arts and Crafts Centre

The Arts and Crafts Centre is located at 17651 Warren Shingle Road. The telephone number is (530) 634-2294. The shop sells balloons, ceramics, embroidery, and provides a framing service, as well as a professional engraving service on wood, acrylic, glass, plastic, marble and metal. But as well as the wide variety of services on offer, the Arts and Crafts Centre also offers self-framing classes on the second Tuesday of every month. If you are interested in taking part in the self-framing class, call the Arts and Crafts Centre to book your place. The Arts and Crafts Centre holds ceramics, oil painting, quilting and stained glass classes. These are ongoing classes that do not need to be booked in advance.

Coyote Run Golf Course

If your family is interested in golf, then the beautifully maintained Coyote Run Golf Course will meet your needs and particular skill level. The Coyote Run Golf Course is located at 17440 Warren Shingle Road. The telephone number is (530) 788-0192. The golf course offers youth golf camps and clinics, and Link-Up-2-Golf , which is a programme aimed at helping young airmen and beginners get to grips with the basics of golf. Coyote Run Golf Course is an 18 hole course that provides a driving range and a putting green where you can practice your technique as a family. Golf tournaments are held regularly at the Coyote Run Golf Course.

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