www.WhatsUpForKids.com
What’s up for kids
Vol. 17—march/April 2013
Cooking Corner Yummy Lemon Chicken
Courteous & Cool Family Travel Tips
Organize 5 Minute Tips
PLUS …. GOT SUMMER CAMP Directory and Our Daily Calendar of Things to Do Around Town!
Cover Photo Courtesy of Fleur De Lis Photography
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
2 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
3
4 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
ENTS T N O C F TABLE…O………….. Page 2624
……… .Page Calendar ner………………. 8 or …..Page … … … Cookin’ C l… age 31 s & C oo Courteou urce Directory.. P 22 e eso …….Pag Family R … … 14 … … …… ….. Page 5 … l… e Fitness… v a Page 1 iendly Tr Family Fr ER CAMP GUIDE… 12 M age GOT SUM atch …………….P W Page 6 On Dad’s or Organizing….. sf ..Page 10 … … … Quick Tip … E with ki Deals… r Kids EZIN E at o F p Spring S U t’s FRE W ha e for e weekly ! Subscrib do Receiv e th to s g st thin .com all the late ww.whatsupforkids w
Letter From The Publisher: Publisher Spring is here—and with it comes camp! Spring break camp, summer camp, day camp, sleepaway camp … and tons of fun! Our annual Summer Camp Fair is Saturday, March 9th in Palos Verdes! Come visit with over 40 camps—from sports and academic camp, to science and cooking! You can ride horses, sail, canoe, play golf, basketball, baseball and more. We have just about anything and everything your kids would want to do this summer! Then join us on Saturday, April 27th at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center for our 16th Annual What’s Up For Kids EXPO! We don’t have quite as many resident camps at that event, but we do have TOTAL FAMILY FUN! Visit with all kinds of places that offer programs for your kids! Enjoy continuous entertainment, food and all around fun! And if that isn’t enough, check out our website—www.GotSummerCamp.com! There you will find listings and details about all kinds of spring and summer fun with pictures, videos and direct links to those camps! We’ll see you at the EXPOS!
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
5
6 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
QUICK TIPS FOR ORGANIZING QUICK TIPS FOR ORGANIZING What Can I Do in 5 Minutes? By Ann Gambrell 1. Move old newspapers to the recycle bin. If you have not read them in two days, the news is old. If you are computerized, you can get the news online. If it was that important you would have already heard or seen it on the news. 2. Sort laundry in baskets so anyone can “do a load”. Take 2-3 plastic laundry baskets to sort whites, colors and dark items. Place delicate items in re-usable zippered mesh bags to keep them from becoming tangled in the wash. 3. Load dirty dishes in the dishwasher. As you prepare a meal, keep water in the sink to soak items used in cooking. Then when you load them into the dishwasher there will be no need to scrub off the food. No dishwasher? Soak them anyway for easier washing later. 4. De-clutter the kitchen junk drawer. Be brutal! Most of the things residing there are useless anyway. Necessary items might include: scissors, stapler, paper clips, food packaging labels, adhesive tape, a few bag twist ties (I said a few!), sticky notes, writing pens and a ruler and/or measuring tape. 5. Sort mail and discard the unnecessary mail. If you know you are not buying anything from that store in the immediate future…recycle the flier/catalog. Only save the grocery ad from the store you frequent. With this economy, you cannot afford to drive around town to save a dollar. Place bills to pay in a folder or other location to pay later. 6. Purge grocery & other store coupons. Coupons tend to accumulate and become useless clutter. Use a highlighter pen to accentuate the expiration date. Then keep them where you will remember to use them; near the grocery list or in the car. More will be in the mail next week. 7. Water household plants. Use a soil meter to determine what needs watering at the time. Keep the watering can and liquid fertilizer handy for quick use. 8. Take out the trash. Grab the largest trash container and walk thru the house to empty the smaller wastebaskets into it. Keep a supply of trash bags in the bottom of each trash and recycle container for easy access to replace a soiled bag. 9. Remove trash from your car. Turn an empty tissue box into a trash bag container. It will hold 6-8 plastic grocery bags, making it easy to clear trash/clutter from your car every 2-3 days. Toss it in a trash can when you reach your destination. If the bags are handy you are more likely to use them. Keep it where you can see it. 10. Pay two or more bills. Keep your bill paying supplies handy; bills, receipt folder, pens, postage stamps and stapler. If you pay your bills online, keep the bill pay folder nearby for easy access. NOTE: Set a timer to stay focused. Quit when the bell rings. Do five more minutes if time allows. Bit by bit you can do it!! Ann Gambrell is an organizational consultant and speaker available to inform and entertain audiences. She facilitates weekday and Saturday Clutter Support Groups and teaches organizing classes through the Torrance Adult School. To learn more, phone Ann at 310-212-0917 or request her for FREE monthly email tips email gambrellann@aol.com. You will be glad you did.
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
7
8 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
Courteous & Cool Courteous & Cool Family Travel Tips By Kari Doody
Spring break is just around the corner, and as a mom of 3 kids, I know how challenging traveling can be. It’s stressful enough preparing for the trip let alone getting the family in the car or to the airport without one of them having a complete meltdown. We as parents understand the rules that we must follow in order to have a safe journey, but kids may not know. So this spring break take a different approach and get the family on the same page before you start your travels. Here are some tips to make your travels more enjoyable:
Plan ahead. Sit your kids down, explain to them what the day will be like in advance.
Let them know that they need to be courteous of others traveling as well.
In an airport, make sure kids don’t run around. For their safety and oth
ers. If there are elevators, make sure your kids do not push all of the buttons! When using the restroom make sure they know to wait in line patiently and pick up after themselves. When boarding with small kids, always try to get on early if possible. Have your seating arrangements figured out before you get on the plane. Make sure your kids have enough activities to keep them busy on the plane. Pack a backpack with activities for each kid the day before so they have plenty to keep them busy. Remind kids not to kick the chairs in front of them or mess with the tables. Ask them how they would feel if someone was kick their chair? Remind kids that they need to keep their voices down. Inside voices only. Traveling is never easy with kids but these tips can help you make it easier on everyone. Happy travels!
Kari Doody is Founder of the Courteous and Cool Etiquette School. After having three children and sharing stories with other mom’s, she realized that many role models that our children look up to were in the news – and not in a good way. We aren’t born with good manners, they need to be cultivated at a young age and reinforced throughout young adulthood. Whatever level your child is at, she can help them improve their skills and confidence – and they can have fun doing it with my age appropriate games and activities. For more tips and classes in your area, visit www.courteousandcool.com.
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
Searching for the perfect summer camp for your kids?
www.GotSummerCamp.com
9
10 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
Destination: Spring Ski Deals By Kerri Zane The spring holiday’s are around the corner and for my daughters and me that means an awesome winter ski vacation. This season there are two California resorts offering great winter getaway packages for families. NEARBY Snow Summit and Bear Mountain are offering a program called Kids Ski / Ride for Free. It is good on weekdays all season long, including spring break! The program entitles families to one free kid’s lift ticket voucher for each paying adult lift ticket. Free kids tickets are valid for kids 12 years and under. Lift tickets are good for either or both Snow Summit and Bear Mountain. Packages are good only at Big Bear participating lodges and arrivals must be Sunday through Thursday and skiing or snowboarding Monday through Friday. Midweek skiing is especially valuable with no wait time at the chair lifts and the runs are wide open. Visit www.BigBear.com or call 800-424-4232 as certain restrictions apply. For more details about the Kids Ski / Ride for Free package or Kids. Get Outdoors. Win. program including a list of Outdoor Fun Spots locations, prize listings and official rules. A LITTLE FURTHER Resort at Squaw Creek™, a Destination Hotels & Resorts property, has released a Kid’s Ski, Skate, Sled Adventure Package. Now through April 13, 2013, this package includes a stay in a Deluxe Guestroom for up to two adults and two children 12and-under, a daily free lift ticket to Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows for two children 12-and-under, free skate rentals, ice skating and sledding. New to Squaw this year is the Big Blue Express, granting access to some of the best family terrain on the upper mountain. Other activities to enjoy are cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, tubing, dog sled tours, and horse-drawn sleigh rides. The resort also offers Mountain Buddies, a supervised children’s program for ages 4 to 12. Visit www.visitsquawcreek.com or by phone at 800.401.9501 Use Promo code KIDPLAYRSC to receive this special package. Certain restrictions apply. Enjoy the Cool Cali Chill!! Kerri is an Emmy award winning television executive producer, healthy living expert, single mom advisor, speaker, and author of “It Takes All 5: A Single Mom’s Guide to Finding the REAL One.” published by Morgan James, (November 2012). She is the family travel expert for Peter Greenberg Online, a regular contributor to What’s Up For Kids as well as various mommy blogs.
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
11
12 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
On Dad’s Watch On Dad’s Watch Father I Have Sinned By Michael Malgeri My parents gave me many gifts, one of which I was determined to re-gift to our children when I became a parent. "Son, you can tell me anything, do you understand? No matter what it is, I'll always be there for you." That was my Dad speaking to me in my earliest memories. Although at times he may have gotten more than he asked for...I went to him with some WHOPPERS...he was always true to his word...except of course when I scratched his Mario Lanza record. When the time was right, I made the same offer to our children. The nightly "put me to bed" ritual generally ended with, "anything you want to talk about buddy?" The early days were filled with cute, pout-full confessions like, "Dad, I didn't floss on Wednesday," but trust building was the primary goal and every tender searching of the soul was taken seriously. Nowadays, in the middle of glorious adolescence, the groundwork my wife and I laid with our children is paying off with free and open communication. The problem is, I'm soon to be arrested as an accomplice unless I turn our son in for knocking off that automated teller machine...joking! While I won't disclose personal information, beyond publically available mug shots, it seems that "whoppers" span generations as I suspect they always have. The stories I told my Dad are coming back to me through my son, and I suspect my sister is now worried that our daughter is about to divulge her aunt's intimate thoughts...did you guys get that...my sister is our daughter’s, never mind. Anyway, you guys are good parents and whether it's long term cultivation or bright hot lights in a cold damp room, it's important to get to the bottom of things...hopefully before the mug shots. Editor’s Note: Along with “On Dad’s Watch” Michael has also writtten a series of books he calls “Bedtime Stories about Capitalism,” which teaches kids about honest profit making. Visit http://www.kids4biz.com. You can write to him at mmalgeri@kids4biz.com
Get the Weekly Spotlight Calendar of South Bay Activities in Your Email Inbox! www.whatsupforkids.com
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
13
14 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
Family Friendly Travel DisneyWorld, Orlando— Expansion in the Magic Kingdom For all you Disney fans out there the new Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom is now open! The new expansion is the largest in Magic Kingdom history and it will continue to grow thru 2014. The new Fantasyland now has two additional themed areas, the Enchanted Forest and Storybook Circus. The Enchanted Forest will focus on The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast with new areas to explore and attractions to experience. The Storybook Circus has been inspired by the beloved Disney film Dumbo and will take you on a journey back when the circus would come to town and visitors would be entertained and amazed! DisneyWorld offers wonderful package prices including roundtrip air, hotel, park admission, meal plans and airport transfers. Disney has always brought joy and has created memories for my family and so many others. It all began with a dream and today you can start making your own memories, let me help you get started with your Disney family vacation today. Karen Murphy works with TravelStore. She is a family friendly travel specialist who would love to help you plan your next family vacation! Karen can be reached at Karen.mu@travelstore.com or call her at 310 922 6902.
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
Got Got Summer camp! camp!
2013 Directory 2013 Directory 1st Edition
15
16 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
17
18 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
19
20 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
You Are Invited‌. The invite read: You are invited to Jayneoni's, "The Boom Boom Room". Sounds like a great club right? It turned out it was an incredible club, for expecting and the new, modern moms & dads that is. The event was so hot it had a secret location until you rsvped. The Universal Hilton was the venue for this Pre-Golden Globes upscale gifting lounge put on by Jayneoni Moore, celebrity style expert and event planner. The event benefited First Book (www.FirstBook.org), an organization that is helping to build libraries for low income pre-k and kindergarten classrooms in honor of the precious lives lost in Sandy Hook.
One was given major SWAG from some very recognized companies such as Leap Frog & Play-Doh as well as from companies that you will start to see all over such as Tickle Time which has an amazing mineral powder sunblock, Molly's Suds, a Mom owned, truly natural laundry powder to DaddyScrubs, unique gifts for new and expectant Dads and many more. To top off this well thought out event , there were kids stations with art and craft projects so that the parents could actually talk to the vendors. To see more reviews on companies & products that were represented, visit our website at www.WhatsUpForKids.com!
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
Quality Fun on a Real Ranch! A unique outdoor experience for children ages 6-16. Join us for our 79th summer! Register NOW for Summer 2013!
Jameson Ranch Camp
(661)889-2271 JamesonRanchCamp.com
21
22 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
Health & Wellness Health & Wellness How Dinner Can Determine Your Mood! By JJ Flizanes
I am always looking for ways to communicate the very real facts that what you eat determine your health, your weight loss or gain, and more importantly your emotions and mood. At the end of last year, a good friend of mine (a McDonald’s eating mother of 2) posted an article on Facebook that was written by a mom titled “The gluten made her do it: How going gluten free saved my daughter's mental health.” As a mother of two, this article got her attention. People think it’s still a fad AND have no idea of the emotional impact of gluten. Last weekend my husband and I spent a few hours at Barnes and Noble to have a warm drink and read through some books. A recommended book (that I didn’t think I needed to read because I have been gluten free for almost 5 years) made it into my hands and I was shocked and amazed at the first two chapters. Wheat Belly: Lose the wheat, lose the weight and find your path back to health by William Davis, MD does a great job of making some observations about the changes in our diet over the last 50 years that even shocked me. Everyone should read this book. What if I told you that your emotional attachment was actually a biochemical addiction? And while everyone will not respond the same to it, it’s is without a doubt a major cause of disease, behavioral issues, skin problems, chronic joints pain and weight loss resistance. More information can be found in my free 30 Day Jumpstart Program on invisiblefitness.com. I am also on Facebook (http://tinyurl.com/7vo8qmm ) helping people choose the best brands of gluten free products to help them navigate trying on a new way of eating. JJ Flizanes is the Director of Invisible Fitness. An Amazon best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life, and author of Knack Absolute Abs: Routines for a Fit and Firm Core, JJ was named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine. She is an expert for About.com and has been featured in many national magazines such as Shape, Fitness, Muscle and Fitness HERS, Elegant Bride, and Women’s Health as well as NBC, CBS, KTLA and Fox 11. JJ’s passion is transforming men and women’s bodies and relationships through their fitness and self care routines.
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
23
24 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
Cookin’ Corner Succulent Lemon and Herb Marinade By Phoebe Schilla
Sick of winter? Try my all time favorite go-to marinade that I use year round. It’s as delicious on fish and vegetables as it is on chicken. During the doldrums of winter, parsley and lemon combine for an uplifting-lemony bright flavor. During the summer months I love using Basil as the herb for a definitive taste of summer. Paired with grilled ripe tomatoes it is divine. The key is to use both fresh lemon juice and lemon zest to boost the flavor. Succulent Lemon and Herb Marinade for Chicken 1 ½# boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts Marinade 1/3 cup of olive oil Zest and juice of one lemon* 2 fat cloves or garlic, chopped or 2 tsp. minced 1/3 packed cup of Basil, Parsley, Dill or Cilantro leaves 1 tsp. of salt ½ tsp. of ground black pepper Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) Combine all of the ingredients in a blender or cuisinart and blend until the herbs are finely chopped. Don’t have a blender handy? Don’t worry….Just chop the herbs finely by hand and combine with the rest of the ingredients. Pour the marinade over the chicken and let marinate at room temperature for a minimum of an hour or overnight in the fridge. Heat your grill to medium high heat. Once the grill is hot, place the chicken on the grill, turning once. *I love using my microplane rasp to zest the lemon—you only need the yellow zest and not the bitter white pith that is underneath. If you do not have a microplane rasp, then you may use a regular vegetable peeler to carefully remove the zest from the lemon. Editor’s Note: Chef Phoebe loved cooking from an early age growing up outside of Portland, Maine. Her mother and aunt were accomplished self-taught cooks who welcomed curious Phoebe into their kitchens. From tapping her own maple syrup from trees in the yard to baking homemade bread, Phoebe learned at an early age about the delicious benefits of whole, natural, seasonal foods. Phoebe lives in San Francisco with her husband and their daughter. In her spare time she enjoys reading cookbooks, traveling, studying yoga practices and, of course, learning about all the latest culinary happenings from around the globe. To learn more about Chef Phoebe, visit www.studioofgoodliving.com.
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
25
16th Annual
What’s Up For Kids Expo Saturday, April 27 10am—3pm Torrance Cultural Arts Center 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance
Find EVERYTHING you need for your family here in the South Bay! From summer camp and afterschool activities to old fashioned family fun—we have it all! Continuous Entertainment All Day Long! Interactive Hands-On Activities and Craft Area! Awesome Giveaways and Door Prizes! Cutest Kid Cover Photo Contest! AND SO MUCH MORE!!!
Visit our website for the full schedule of FUN!
WWW.WHATSUPFORKIDSEXPO.COM Or call the Expo Hotline (310) 544-1042, ext 4 Sponsored by….
Photo Contest Sponsor...
26 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
CALENDAR OF EVENTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS Ongoing Weekly Activities As Events Details May Change, Please Call Ahead. MONDAY Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., R.H.E., hosts Babies in the Library, a storytime designed just for 6-23 month olds. No registration necessary. 10:15 & 11am. 310-377-9584, ext. 601. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, PVE., hosts a storytime for ages 2-5 year olds. 10:30am. 310-377-9584, ext. 551. TUESDAY Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., RHE, hosts storytime Ages 2-5. No registration necessary. 10:15 & 11am. 377-9584, ext. 601. Miraleste Library, 29089 Palos Verdes Drive East, R.P.V., hosts storytime for ages 6-24months. Free. 11:30am. 377-9584. Kids Music N Motion hosts classes for various age levels at 4 South Bay locations. Call for the details. 373-0280. WEDNESDAY Miraleste Library, 29089 Palos Verdes Drive East, R.P.V., hosts storytime for ages 2-5. Free. 11:30am 377-9584. Lomita Library, 24200 Narbonne Ave., Lomita, hosts preschool storytime at 10am. 539-4515. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., RHE, hosts storytime for ages 205. 10:15 & 11am. 377-9584, ext. 601. THURSDAY Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., RHE, hosts storytime for ages 205. 10:15 & 11am. 377-9584, ext. 601. Redondo Beach Library North branch, 2000 Artesia Blvd., hosts storytime for 1-5 year olds. 1pm. 318-0675
Redondo Beach Main Library, 303 NO. Pacific Coast Hwy., hosts Pajama story time. All ages. 6:45pm. 318-0675 FRIDAY Little Fawn, a parent participating nature program for children ages 2-5, takes place every Friday at Deane Dana Friendship Park, 1805 W. 9th St., San Pedro. 10-12noon. $5. (310) 519-6115. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, PVE., hosts Babies in the Library, a storytime designed just for 6-23 month olds. No registration necessary. 10:30am. 310-377-9584, ext. 551. Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts Friday fun (all Fridays in September/October)! Learn about nature through crafts, stories and hands-on fun! 10-12noon. $5 donation. (310) 782-3989. SATURDAY Barnes & Noble, 1800 W. Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach, hosts Children’s Storytime. 11am. 310-725-7025. SUNDAY Roundhouse Aquarium at the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier offers storytime every Sunday at 11:30am. 379-8117. Southern California Live Steamers offers free train rides the first Sunday of every month from 11am—3pm at the East end of Wilson Park in Torrance.
Information about many activities come to us after our print deadline! Visit the website for more exciting things to do with your family!
www.whatsupforkids.com Print deadline for the May/June issue is April 1, 2013. Submit your event on our website!
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
27
Art Enrichment Programs!
Kindergym, Recreational Classes U.S.A.G. Competitive Teams Cheerleading Classes, Birthday Parties Winter, Spring and Summer Camps 20,000 Sq. Ft. Facility Call Today For Our Schedule of Classes! 3051 Fujita St., Torrance (310) 326-1818 www.studiowestgymnastics.com
We bring Art Programs to Preschools, Public and Private Elementary Schools, City Park and Recreational Services, Corporate Day Care, Non-Profits and More! From Leonardo da Vinci to Monet to Frank Lloyd Wright, our Great Masters Programs will:
Sharpen Critical Thinking Skills Increase the Ability to Think Independently and Innovate Build Self-Esteem and Increase Self-Confidence Let the Imagination Soar!
Programs include: Highly Trained Art Instructors, All Supplies, Educational Art Books, Prints and Props, Accompaniment of Classical Music/ Composers, Manipulatives, and More.
28 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
CALENDAR OF EVENTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS March/April 2013 TUESDAY, MARCH 12 MOMS Club of Hermosa Beach hosts a meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month. For information, email hbmoms@yahoo.com TUESDAY, MARCH 5 South Bay Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne Blvd., Redondo Beach, hosts Kids Club in the Kids Club Food Court Stage, Level 3. 6:30Pm. 310-371-7546. THURSDAY, MARCH 7 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a tyke hike. 10-11:30am. $5 donation. 310-782-3989. Providence Little Company of Mary hosts CPR for Family & Friends (infant/child CPR). 6PM—9PM. Register at www.providenceclasses.org or call (800) 618-6659.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 MOMS Club of San Pedro meets the second Wednesday of every month at Peck Park Recreational Center, meeting room ABC, San Pedro. 10:30am. Call Marcia at 310-514-9825or saNpedromomsclub@yahoo.com. THURSDAY, MARCH 14 Providence Little Company of Mary hosts a Supersitter Class for kids ages 11-15. This 2 session class is $30. To register, go to www.providenceclasses.org or call (800) 618-6659.
FRIDAY, MARCH 8 La Leche League of Redondo Beach hosts a breastfeeding support group the 2nd Friday of every month at Beach Cities Health District. 10am. krislaleche@yahoo.com
FRIDAY, MARCH 15 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts Friday fun EVERY Friday ! Learn about nature through crafts, stories and hands-on fun! 10-12noon. $5 donation. (310) 782-3989.
Metropolitan Education Theatre Network presents Peter Pan in the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance. Multiple shows this weekend. Call for show times. (310) 781-7171.
SATURDAY, MARCH 16 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a Star Party, 7:30-9:30pm. Free (310) 782-3989.
SATURDAY, MARCH 9 What’s Up For Kids presents CAMP FAIR 2013! Visit with over 40 different summer day and resident camps. FREE. Norris Pavilion, 27570 Crossfield Dr., Rolling Hills Estates. (310) 544-1042 ext 704 SUNDAY, MARCH 10 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts 2nd Sunday Science: Bugs, 24pm. $5 per person. (310) 782-3989.
Providence Little Company of Mary hosts CPR/Heartsaver. 9am-3pm. Register at www.providenceclasses.org or call (800) 618-6659. Marlborough Summer School hosts Open House, 250 South Rossmore Avenue, Los Angeles. (323) 964-8401 www.marlboroughSummerSchool.org
www.WhatsUpForKids.com (Continued from page 28) SUNDAY, MARCH 17 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts watercolors for kids. Ages 8+, $10 per child. 1pm-3pm. (310) 7823989. TUESDAY, MARCH 19 The South Bay evening group of LaLeche meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Beach Cities Health District. 7:00pm. Free. krislaleche@yahoo.com WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 Mom’s Club of Palos Verdes in a nonprofit support group for moms. They meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Rolling Hills Estates. For more information, visit www.pvmomsclub.com. SATURDAY, MARCH 23 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free. 310-782-3989. Dance Peninsula Ballet presents We All Dance at the Norris Center, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. Adults $25, Children 17 and under $12.50. ww.norriscenter.com. (310) 544-0403. SUNDAY, MARCH 24 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free. 310-782-3989 MONDAY, MARCH 25 Moms Club of Torrance meets at La Romeria Park, 19501 Inglewood Ave., Torrance, 90503. 10am. www.momsclubtorrancenw.weebly.com. TUESDAY, MARCH 26 Providence Little Company of Mary hosts CPR for Family & Friends (infant/child CPR). 6PM—9PM. Register at www.providenceclasses.org or call (800) 618-6659.
29
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 South Bay Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne Blvd., Redondo Beach, hosts Kids Club in the Kids Club Food Court Stage, Level 3. 10:30Am. 310-371-7546. SATURDAY, MARCH 30 Torrance Community Services hosts Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance. $20. (310) 618-2720.
TUESDAY, APRIL 2 South Bay Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne Blvd., Redondo Beach, hosts Kids Club in the Kids Club Food Court Stage, Level 3. 6:30pm. 310-371-7546. THURSDAY, APRIL 4 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a tyke hike. 10am. $5 donation. 782-3989. SATURDAY, APRIL 6 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a Night Hike, 7:30-9:30pm. $5 per person. (310) 782-3989. TUESDAY, APRIL 9 MOMS Club of Hermosa Beach hosts a meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month. For information, email hbmoms@yahoo.com WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 MOMS Club of San Pedro meets the second Wednesday of every month at Peck Park Recreational Center, meeting room ABC, San Pedro. 10:30am. Call Marcia at 310-514-9825or saNpedromomsclub@yahoo.com. FRIDAY, APRIL 12 La Leche League of Redondo Beach hosts a breastfeeding support group the 2nd Friday of every month at Beach Cities (Continued on page 30)
30 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013
(Continued from page 29) Health District. 10am. krislaleche@yahoo.com
too Kids Club. This meets the third Thursday of each month beginning April 18th. www.plazaelsegundo.com
SATURDAY, APRIL 13 Providence Little Company of Mary hosts a Supersitter Class for kids ages 11-15. This 2 session class is $30. To register, go to www.providenceclasses.org or call (800) 618-6659.
FRIDAY, APRIL 19 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts Friday fun (all Fridays in September/October)! Learn about nature through crafts, stories and hands-on fun! 10-12noon. $5 donation. (310) 782-3989.
Providence Little Company of Mary hosts CPR for Family & Friends (infant/child CPR). 6-9pm. Register at www.providenceclasses.org or call (800) 618-6659.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20 Madrona Mash, 3201 Plaza Del Amo hosts Earth Day activities. Free. 8:30am— 12:30pm. (310) 782-3989
Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts storytime and nature crafts for kids. 11am—1pm. $5 per person. (310) 782-3989. SUNDAY, APRIL 14 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts 2nd Sunday Science, 24pm. $5 per person. (310) 782-3989. Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts watercolors for kids. Ages 8+, $10. 1-3pm. (310) 782-3989 TUESDAY, APRIL 16 La Leche League of Redondo Beach hosts a breastfeeding support group the 3rd Tuesday of every month at Beach Cities Health District. 7pm. (424) 634-2660. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17 Mom’s Club of Palos Verdes in a nonprofit support group for moms. They meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month at St. Luke’s Church in Rolling Hills Estates at 10am. For more information, email Susan at susan@pvmomsclub.com. THURSDAY, APRIL 18 Plaza El Segundo, On Sepulveda, North of Rosecrans hosts Mommy & Me and Daddy
Providence Little Company of Mary hosts CPR for Family & Friends (infant/child CPR). 6-9pm. Register at www.providenceclasses.org or call (800) 618-6659. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24 South Bay Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne Blvd., Redondo Beach, hosts Kids Club in the Kids Club Food Court Stage, Level 3. 10:30Am. 310-371-7546. SATURDAY, APRIL 27 What’s Up For Kids presents the 16th annual WHAT’S UP FOR KIDS EXPO! 10am-3pm at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center. Free. See details on page 25. SUNDAY, APRIL 28 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free. 310-782-3989. MONDAY, APRIL 29 Moms Club of Torrance meets at La Romeria Park, 19501 Inglewood Ave., Torrance, 90503. 10am. www.momsclubtorrancenw.weebly.com.
As event dates and times change, please call ahead!
www.WhatsUpForKids.com
31
FAMILY RESOURCE DIRECTORY CLASSES Classes— Classes—Dance
Founder/President/Publisher
The Dance Factory School of Performing Arts (310) 519-3600 28901 S. Western Ave., #113, Rancho Palos Verdes www.Dance-Factory.com Where kids grow up and make memories to last a lifetime. Ages 2 and up. University trained teachers—limited class size.
Cathy Alessandra
Peninsula School of Performing Arts (310) 375-1398 2325 PV Drive West, PVE 700 Silver Spur Rd, RHE Please check our website: pspadance.com, for class information, teacher bios, calendar and fees. Ballet, Tap, Hip Hop, Jazz and More! Tita Boulger, director.
cathy@whatsupforkids.com P.O. Box 3893 Palos Verdes, CA 90274 Phone & Fax: (888) 544-1042 Publisher/Editor: Cathy Alessandra cathy@whatsupforkids.com, ext 701 Sales: Cindy Donnelly cindy@whatsupforkids.com, ext 702
Classes— Classes—Music Piano & Violin by Angela (310) 245-9193 Lessons in my home. Patient, caring teacher. Beginning thru advanced levels. 20+ years experience. First lesson free. Call Angela.
HEALTHCARE Dr. Tiffany Becker 827 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 201 | Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 310.541.5400 www.beckerpeds.com Services offered include: Well child exams, Same day sick visits, Sports and camp physicals, Prenatal consultations
Photographer: Cynthia Olkie, Fleur De LIs Photography www.fleurphoto.com
www.WhatsUpForKids.com To place a listing or advertisement, call our office at (310) 544-1042 or email the listing to: cathy@whatsupforkids.com. Deadline for the May/June Edition is April 1, 2013.
Subscribe to our Weekly E-magazine Or “Like” Us on Facebook! You’ll get the latest things to do for that weekend PLUS you you’ll be the first to know about our giveaways! Sign up at www.whatsupforkids.com OR www.Facebook.com/ whatsupforkids
Disclaimer: What’s Up For Kids is published bi-monthly by What’s Up For Kids LLC. What’s Up For Kids expressly disclaims all warranties as to the contents of this publication and assumes no liability for the contents, including but not limited to any credentials stated or claims made by persons or establishments included in this publication. All rights reserved. What’s Up For Kids copyright 2013. Reproduction in whole in part without written permission is prohibited.
32 What’s Up For Kids
March/April 2013