What's Up For Kids, July/August 2013

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Courteous & Cool Pool Party Manners

Cooking Corner 5 Tips for Summer Picnics

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GOT SUMMER CAMP Directory and Our Daily Calendar of Things to Do Around Town!

Cover Photo Courtesy of Fleur De Lis Photography

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Letter From The Publisher: Publisher Our final summer camp issue of 2013 is here! We are so lucky to have so many wonderful options in Southern California! From day camp on the beach to sleep-away camp in the mountains, from horseback riding day camp in Palos Verdes to horse vaulting sleep-away camp in San Diego, from cooking to art to sports to academics and beyond, there is something for EVERYONE! Our final Got Summer Camp directory for this year begins on page 11—and don’t forget to visit www.GotSummerCamp.com for the latest summer camp fun!

We also hosted our annual Cutest Kid Cover Photo Contest! We had the most adorable kids in the contest. Thanks to Cynthia Olkie of Fleur de Lis Photography for capturing all their smiling faces at the What’s Up For Kids Expo in April! Cynthia is a fabulous photographer and has taken our family portraits as well as my most recent headshot above. She is our official cover photo photographer as well! Thinking about a family portrait? You MUST look her up!

And don’t forget about our new Club Card with discounts and more! Visit our website for the latest deals, discounts and more!

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Cookin’ Corner 5 Tips for Summer Picnics

By Phoebe Schilla

Summer picnics are a truly fabulous way to get our kids involved in the kitchen. It is almost too easy if you stick with a simple, traditional picnic menu with trail mix, crudités and dip, sandwiches, salad and a simple dessert. The advantages of staying with a cold menu is that you can really get the kids involved, regardless of age, and mom or dad will have more time to relax, play and socialize at the actual picnic. Plus, you don't have to think about grilling, starting a fire or transporting raw food.

Here are my top five tips involving the kids and making picnics accessible all summer long!

1. Keep a bag stashed in the car with utensils, plates and napkins and wet wipes.

2. The kids can make trail mix and clean out the pantry by using up all of the extra bits of pretzels, goldfish, nuts and chocolate leftover from other projects.

3. Make a crudités platter together. Kids can snap the ends off of green beans and take the tops off of cherry tomatoes. Adults can chop carrots and celery. Pick up your favorite dip from the deli or farmer’s market and you are good to go!

4. Teach the kids how to make their own sandwiches by creating a sandwich bar on the kitchen counter.

Pull out all of the ingredients that you want to include and let them make their own. This is a great way to encourage independence.

5. Take berries and cream to the next level! Fill empty ice cream cones with berries and whip cream on site.

Simply pour 1 cup of whipping cream into a glass jar with a tight fitting lid. Add 3 tbsp of sugar and 1 tsp of vanilla to the cream. Screw the lid on tightly. Pack it in the cooler next to an ice pack. Take turns shaking the jar of whipped cream until it has thickened considerably but is still pourable. This takes about 6 to 10 minutes depending on who is doing the shaking.

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.

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Courteous & Cool Courteous & Cool Pool Party Manners

By Kari Doody

Everybody loves a fun pool party, but before you go to someone’s house to escape the summer heat be sure to freshen up on you pool party etiquette.

A few weeks ago my neighbor invited a group of families to come over and enjoy their pool for the day. Below are some notes I made on what guests can do to help the host enjoy their day as well.

1. Always bring your own towels, bathing suits, and sunscreen. Don’t assume the host has enough towels and supplies for you and your family.

2. Remind your children to use the restroom before they swim. If necessary make a mandatory 5 minute bathroom break every 30 minutes to remind the kids to use the restroom. Also, if you have a toddler make sure you bring swim diapers.

3. Share any pool toys. Anything you bring to the party must be shared with others. If you don’t want to share it leave it at home.

4. Offer to bring the host some snacks or drinks for people to share. Kids always get hungry and it is not the hosts responsibility to always supply unlimited food and beverages for your kids.

5. Clean up before you leave. Remind your children that they need to clean up any toys in the pool, left over trash (event if it’s not theirs) and pick up any belongings before they leave.

6. Most importantly! Don’t forget to say thank you! I t takes a lot of effort to throw a pool party, or even just to make sure the kids are getting along in the pool and see that everyone is having a good time. Be sure to thank your host or hostess for inviting you to swim.

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.

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2013 Summer Camp Directory Academy By the Sea (760) 434-7564 www.abts.com Located on the oceanfront Army and Navy Academy campus in Southern California, Academy by the Sea caters to international, co-ed participants by offering a variety of programs in three distinct categories, including academics, leadership, and recreation.

AdventurePlex www.adventureplex.org Where kids play their way to good health!

(310) 546-7708

Aloha Mind Math/Reading/Writing (424) 999-8971 www.alohamindmath.com/torrance Aloha Mind Math Program offers abacus based math program and reading writing program for kids ages 5-12. The books are activity based which makes kids interested while learning.

Please call us to schedule a free 2 hour class and discover genius in your child.

Art to Grow On Children’s Art Center, Inc. (310) 625-6028 www.art2growon.com Mobile Art Enrichment Company bringing Programs and Services to Preschools, Elementary Schools, Camps, Parks and Recreational Services, Additional Services Include: Private Classes, Birthday Parties, Special Events and More!

Beach Sports (310) 372-2202 www.beachsports.org BEACH SPORTS offers youth Beach, Surf and Volleyball Camps as well as Junior Lifeguard programs throughout the South Bay. Skateboard camps through PCH Sk8 Camps.

California Science Center (213) 744-7444 www.californiasciencecenter.org/camp Each summer we offer science-rich fun filled experiences in our week-long science day-camps (Preschool-8th grade.) We feature more thank 25 courses, including popular parent-and-child classes that give families a chance to investigate science together. Enroll today!

Camp Ocean Pines (805) 927-0254 www.campoceanpines.org Give your child a life changing experience at Camp Ocean Pines in California. We’re a small nature based camp, in a pine forest on the Pacific Ocean. Your camper will build friendships, experience amazing nature, and just get to be a kids!

Catalina Island Camps (626) 296-4040 www.catalinaislandcamps.com Snorkel through sunlit kelp beds. Sail on ocean breezes. Paddle along the rocky coastline with sea lions, pelicans and eagles. Hike into an island wilderness. All this can happen at Catalina Island Camps! Join us for your next adventure!

Catalina Sea Camp/Astrocamp (800) 645-1423 www.gdicamps.org Adventure and Educational Summer Camps on Catalina Island and the Mountains of Idyllwild.

Chadwick School Summer Programs (310) 377-1543 www.chadwickschool.org/summer Whether you’re looking for academic enrichment, artistic inspiration, athletic instruction, or a fun day-camp experience, we’re sure you will find what you’re looking for at Chadwick.

Champ Camp (310) 283-4509 www.champcampkids.com Champ Camp is a youth beach camp where kids are taught the value of movement through their participation in a variety of fun games and activities. Champ Camp aims to excite kids about being active and outdoors!

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(Continued from page 12) Cooking For Kids (310) 378-3311 www.cookingforkids.biz Offering weekly cooking camps in Palos Verdes . Kids will learn basic cooking skills, Cookin Stuff (310) 371-2220 www.cookinstuff.com Cookin' Stuff in Torrance, is hosting four, one-week sessions of summer cooking classes for children ages 7-14 entitled, "Around the World in 5 Days.". Session run Monday thru Friday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Classes start June 24.

Crazzy’s Wasewagon Camp & Retreat (805) 498-5572 www.wasewagan.com (909) 794-2910 Wasewagon is located in San Bernadino Mountains, minutes from Big Bear. Activities may include River Rafting Trips, Zipline Adventure, Riflery, Archery, Ropes Course, Swimming, Fishing, and more. Call for a brochure or personal tour.

Destination Science (888) 909-2822 www.destinationscience.org Build, Learn, Create, Explore with this exciting hands-on science camp. Kids 5-11, roller coasters, robots, rockets & more.

Experium (310) 543-3100 www.experiumscienceacademy.com Spark your Summer with Science! Insects, explosions, experiments, and more! Our summer program offers an array of eye-opening, messy, gooey and awe-inspiring courses that are sure to keep your kids engaged, excited and begging for more.

Fitness By the Sea (310) 459-2425 www.fitnessbythesea.com Founded in 2000, Fitness by the Sea blends an experienced and spirited staff (average age 28) with dynamic and creative activities offered in an encouraging nurturing environment. We offer locations in Hermosa Beach, El Segundo, Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades and Malibu.

Hammerhead Beach Camp (310) 676-7503 www.hammerheadbeachcamp.com Celebrating 17 years in South Bay. Safety is our #1 priority! 3 Camps (ages 4-13.) 2 Locations. Winner -4 years in a row-”Best of the Beach” Hermosa Beach Chevron Surf Camp 310-370-1918 www.hermosasurfcamp.com You will learn ocean safety, basic surfing techniques and tricks like the switch-foot. Find out about equipment, safe places to practice and the beach environment. Classes have a 1:6 teacher to student ratio for plenty of one-on-one attention.

HORIPRO Music Academy (310) 534-0777 South Bay www.HORIPROMusicAcademy.org (310)470-6006 West LA HORIPRO Music Academy (HMA) strives to provide students of all ages and all levels with the highest quality music education and performance in the South Bay and West Los Angeles.

Island Lake Camp (914) 769-6060 www.islandlake.com Island Lake is a beautiful camp in northeast Pennsylvania where the kids choose their own activities from the widest selection available in any camp. Our staff is warm and nurturing and our Island Lakers are a family.

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(Continued from page 14) Jameson Ranch Camp (661) 889-2271 www.jamesonranchcamp.com A unique outdoor program, JRC has been providing excellence in camping since 1934.

Campers learn green living on our self sustainable mountain ranch, and develop skills in the wide variety of activities they have to choose from.

JUMP BUNCH (310) 795-5867 www.jumpbunch.com JumpBunch is an affordable sports & fitness program for toddlers and children taught by trained coaches in daycares, preschools, kindergarten classes, after school programs, summer camps that introduces sports and fitness in a non-competitive, fun environment.

KidsArt—Redondo Beach (310) 316-9331 www.kidsartredondo.com KidsArt offers a variety of week-long camps to students ages 4 and up, including Clay Sculpture, Anime/Cartooning, Figure Drawing, Storybook, Monster Workshop, & A Palette of Art. Visit our website for descriptions. Call for FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS. Kids Music N Motion (310) 373-0280 www.kidsmusicnmotion.com Offers music and dance classes for all ages. Summer camps for ages 3—12. Music Adventure Camp-Cheerleading Camp-Dance Camp-Rock Camp-Idol Camp.

Lucky Duck Swim School (310) 323-3383 www.luckyduckswimschool.com We offer swim lessons for all ages in a heated, outdoor private pool year round.

Summer camps are also available with fun and educational activities. Come for a lesson or book a pool party for fun in the water!

Masters Choice Martial Arts (310) 370-6916 www.masterschoicetkd.com Family Friendly Martial Arts program for the whole community!!

Music Rhapsody (310) 376-8646 www.musicrhapsody.com Camps classes include Orff classes, instrument building, instrument lessons (recorder, piano, guitar, harmonica, flute, saxophone & more), dance & movement, singing & music theater.

Norris Performing Arts Education (310)544-0403 x303 www.norriscenter.com Year-round training in singing, acting, dancing, including classes, summer camps, plays and musicals and performing groups for ages 5-20.

Pacific Dance Center (310) 406-1431 www.pacificdancecenter.com Ballet, Tap and Contemporary classes Summer Camps and Dance Intensives!

Peninsula Bay Cities Day Camp & Swim School (310) 541-3664 www.PBCDayCamp.com PBC offers a complete Day Camp for children 4 years through 8th Grade and Swim School for Infants through Teens. AdventureTrek for Tweens, Academic Enrichment, Horsemanship & Sports specialty Camps. Transportation/Extended Day available.

Perfect Day Surf Camp (310) 985-1458 www.perfectdaysurfcamp.com Our surf/beach camps are ages 3-17. We surf, boogie board, play volleyball, dodge ball, capture the flag & more. We have a 5:1 ratio but can start with one on one for those that need it. Presented by Quiksilver/Roxy.

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(Continued from page 16) Performing Arts Workshops (310) 827-8827 www.performingartsworkshops.com An LA Parent reader favorite! Spend your summer days in PAW’s Musical Theater Camp, Guitar Camp, Filmmaking, Stage Makeup, Magic, or Photography Camps! The ultimate “Arts” experience from rehearsal to performance. Make friends and lifelong memories. Camps for ages 4-15.

Planet Bravo (310) 443-7607 www.planetbravo.com Planet Bravo’s Techno-tainment Camp returns to RPV for the 7th consecutive summer! This camp is the perfect place for creative kids who love entertainment and technology! We’re at Terranea Resort!

Rawhide Ranch (760) 758-0083 www.rawhideranch.com SoCal Tradition since 1963. Ranch activities, western riding lessons, animal/horse science classes, animal care, archery/riflery, vaulting lessons (gymnastics on horseback) and more.

Ideal for beginning/intermediate riders. Week-long program, ages 7-15 . ACA/CHA accredited.

Rolling Hills Country Day School (310) 377-4848 ext. 14 www.RHCDS.com RHCDS offers a wide variety of academic and enrichment classes as well as camp programs for students entering grades K-8.

RHUMC Kid Zone (310) 377-7302 www.rhumc.org/kidzone/htm Summer Day Camps and After School. During the summer, we have 8 weeks of spectacular camps for children K-5th and 6th-8th. Come for all 8 week, just one week, or even play fro just one day.

Rolling Robots (888) ROBOT 08 www.rollingrobots.com At Rolling Robots, our core philosophy, is the belief that early exposure to science and technology will give kids opportunities later in life. Everything we offer from our merchandise and games to our workshops is designed to entertain and educate kids.

Savoire Faire Language Institute (310) 378-1086 www.sfli-ca.com Located in Redondo Beach, S.F.L.I. specializes in teaching Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, German, Arabic and English (ESL). S.F.L.I. is a progressive foreign language institute providing up-to-date, comprehensive and effective foreign language to children (onsite and in local schools) and adults.

South Bay Sailing (310) 937-3180 www.southbaysailing.com Students learn all aspects of sailing the boat, including rigging, crewing, and driving, giving students confidence in the water while they have fun spotting sea lions, dolphins, and riding the waves. Adult programs for the big kids are also available.

Splash and Journeys Summer Camps (310) 729-2671 www.surfrlc.com We offer exciting academic, sports, and day camps for children in grades K-8th. Sibling discounts and early bird rates offered so check us out.

TGA Beach Cities Premier Golf and Tennis (310) 347-7342 www.playtga.com/beachcities TGA Beach Cities Premier Golf and Tennis is celebrating our 10th year of enrichment camps in the Los Angeles Area. Join us this summer for a fun filled week long golf or tennis camp.

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(Continued from page 18) The Little Gym (310) 543-2333 www.TheLittleGym.com To parents, The Little Gym is a place where kids discover their own potential while developing self-confidence and countless new skills. To kids, it’s fun, friends, and loads of laughter. It is what we call serious fun.

The Salvation Army Youth Programs (310) 370-4515 We provide a safe, fun Christian environment for kids ages 5 yrs-12yrs of age. Our After School Program focus is homework help, character building and fun group activities. Summer Day Camp consists of Math, English, Science, Music, Bible, Field Trips and fun activities.

Torrance-South Bay YMCA (310) 325-5885 www.ymcala.org/tsb The YMCA provides summer day, resident, specialty and family camps as well as youth basketball, indoor soccer and swim lessons.

Tutor Doctor (310) 540-9100 www.tutorsouthbay.com In-home tutoring throughout the South Bay. Summer Jump Start programs to be sure your child is ready for the next school year. Local experienced tutors, flexible scheduling, SAT prep, Reading, Math, Foreign Languages, too!

United States Youth Volleyball League (888) 988-7985 www.USYVL.org The mission of USYVL is to give every child between the ages of 7 and 15 a chance to learn and play volleyball in a fun, safe, and supervised environment. The USYVL is the nation’s largest grassroots youth volleyball league.

United Studios of Self Defense (310) 378-4777 www.torrancekarate.com Martial Arts instruction for men, women, and children. We offer private and group classes.

Free trial for everyone interested.

Walteria United Methodist Church and Children’s Center (424) 247-7377 www.walteriaumc.org We provide a save loving environment, based on Christian principles, where children can learn and grow at their own pace. Our hours are 7am-6pm, and we offer Preschool (2-5 years) and Before-School and After School programs for School Age Children.

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On Dad’ On Dad’s Watch s Watch The T-Shirt

By Michael Malgeri As a high-powered guy in the world of information technology, who recently had to find a new job, I often spend time at trade shows checking out the latest gadgets.

One of the cool things about visiting various vendor booths is the give-aways. I like to stock up on pens and take pictures of Evander Holyfield's half eaten ear but another favorite "chachki" at these events is the ever-popular "T-Shirt." Geeks like to write PAINFULLY clever sayings on them like, "There are 10 kinds of people in the world, those that can read binary and those that can't." I keep the cool ones and give the dorky ones to my kids.

They don't even like thick, white patent leather belts for goodness sake!

So after one show, I inventoried my booty bag and tossed a mint green pullover to my son, which read, "I fight for the users." Any info tech person who's had at least one computer date knows that "users" refers to customers... pretty basic, right?

Not if you're in ninth grade, where words like "dinkie" and "skunk" that used to have respectable potty humor references, now take on drug related connotations.

So one night this week during a routine inspection of our son's Facebook posts I saw the following rant.

"I fight for the users means to fight for computers! So all you people who teased me today, it does NOT mean that I fight for marijuana, which I do not do!"

"Jeez, Louise! It's a good thing I didn't give him the self-deprecating "I'm with stupid" T-Shirt with the arrow pointing toward his head.

"I saw your Facebook post today. What's going on at school buddy?"

"I just don't want anybody thinking I do drugs Dad!" "Good for you," I said. "I'm very proud of you. Go to sleep and I'll take care of it."

The kids at school are a pretty good bunch so I took the path of least resistance and burned the shirt while he slept. The smell of cannabis filled the air...just kidding.

Moving forward I'll do a better job of semantically assessing new T-shirts. I'm just not current on drug vernacular so perhaps I should stick to shirts with pictures...how about Evander Holyfield's ear.

Editor’s Note: Along with “On Dad’s Watch” Michael has also written 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

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QUICK TIPS FOR ORGANIZING QUICK TIPS FOR ORGANIZING Quick Tips for Closets!

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Clear out what doesn’t fit and has not fit for some time.

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Move the out of season clothing to another area.

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Organize clothing according to wear each day/week.

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Eliminate clothes bags that take up too much hanging space.

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Install closet organizer shelves if budget allows.

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Use double hanging rods to increase the hanging space.

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Don’t hang what can be stored into drawers.

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Hang scarves on hangers for wrinkle free use.

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Hang necklaces on the inside of closet door.

10. Label boxes & baskets on high shelves.

11. Store out of season shoes in boxes on the shelf or under the bed.

12. Attach hooks in closet and on doors to hang purses, hats, umbrellas, 13. Attach shelves high on the walls in closets to hold seldom used or seasonal items, E.g.: ski clothes & equipment, suitcases, tote bags, etc.

14. Keep a bag handy in each closet to collect discards for charity donations.

15. Plastic shoeboxes do not allow just worn shoes to “breathe” and air out. Use cardboard shoeboxes or a shoe rack on the closet door or floor.

16. A battery-operated light may be just what is needed in a dark closet.

17. Utilize the entry or hall closet for other than guest’s coats. EG: seasonal items.

18. Linen closets can serve as storage for photo albums, china, silver, medications (out of reach of small children) and of course, linens.

19. Rather than storing table cloths folded and in drawers, hang them on plastic or padded hangers for quick, wrinkle free access.

20. Closet hooks can hold belts, scarves, purses, a lint pad, etc. © Quick Tips For Closets Ann Gambrell 2013 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.

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Health & Wellness Health & Wellness 5 Super Foods for Your Weekly Diet Superfoods are nutrient powerhouses that pack large doses of antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals and eating them may reduce the risk of chronic diseases as well as prolong life.

Kale: One cup of chopped kale contains 33 calories and 9% of the daily value of calcium, 206% of vitamin A, 134% of vitamin C, and 684% of vitamin K. It is also a good source of minerals copper, potassium, iron, manganese, phosphorus, vitamins A, C, and K -- and sulphur -containing phytonutrients that are associated with many of the anti-cancer health benefits.

I not only consume Coconut Oil, but I use it as a moisturizer on my skin! The fat in coconut oil, a form of saturated fat known as MCT, medium chain triglycerides contains fatty acids lauric acid and caprylic acid known to be anti-viral and antimicrobial. Medium-chain-triglycerides are more likely to be burned for energy than stored as fat.

Chia: Two tablespoons of chia seeds contains 10 grams of fiber, 18% of the daily recommended intake for calcium, 35 % for phosphorus, 24 % for magnesium and about 50 % for manganese. All of these nutrients help prevent hypertension, maintain a healthy weight, and are important for energy metabolism.

Salmon is high in protein and Omega 3 fatty acids, a 4 oz serving of wild salmon provides a full day’s requirement of vitamin D as well as over half of the necessary B12, niacin, and selenium, and is an excellent source of B6 and magnesium.

Garlic is used for many conditions related to the heart and blood system such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, atherosclerosis and has been consumed to prevent all kinds of cancer: colon, rectal, stomach, breast, prostate, lung and even bladder cancers. It is also used for building the immune system and preventing and treating bacterial and fungal infections.

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Family Friendly Travel Getaway Without Going Away Summer is the time for family vacations, but oftentimes parents come back from those vacations needing a vacation! If you need to getaway without the tremendous expense of going away here are a few spots that are close enough to home to be affordable, yet luxurious enough to feel far away.

Head north to the Bacara Resort & Spa nestled on the Gaviota coast in between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez mountains. Bacara features a four-story spa, a state-of-the-art wellness center, three zero-edge saline swimming pools, four restaurants and lounges, a 12,000-bottle Wine Cellar & Tasting Room. If you want to do something extra special on the weekend of July 27th, on your way to Santa Barbara, stop in Malibu for the Hollyrod foundation DesignCare Event. It is a spectacular star-studded fashion show, concert and silent auction held at a private residence. The foundation is raising money to build facilities that will support families living with Autism and Parkinson's Disease. To find out more go to http://www.hollyrod.org.

Travel south along PCH to the beautiful Balboa Bay Resort. Located on 15 waterfront acres in the heart of Newport Beach this four-diamond resort sprawls along the bay like a meandering Mediterranean villa. It boasts a 17,000-square-foot spa and fitness center, and a collection of short and long-term rental apartments. The Balboa Bay Club & Resort distinguishes itself as the only full-service waterfront property in Newport Beach.

Twenty minutes further down the highway and the Pacific Edge Hotel awaits. Located on the sand in Laguna Beach, this resort is centrally located and within walking distance to both downtown Laguna and the shops and galleries along South Coast Highway. What really sets the hotel apart is their newly renovated Bungalows. For a weekend of peaceful privacy you can reserve one of them from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Kerri Zane 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.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS Ongoing Weekly Activities As Events Details May Change, Please Call Ahead.

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.

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 Babies in the Library, a storytime designed just for 6-23 month olds. No registration necessary. 10:30am. 310-377-9584, ext. 551.

Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, PVE., hosts a storytime for ages 2-5 year olds. 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.

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

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.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS July/August 2013

TUESDAY,, JULY 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.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 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. This class will also be held July 24.

THURSDAY, JULY 4 Celebrate Independence Day! There are lots of activities around the South Bay! Check our online calendar for updates, however shows include the Redondo Beach Pier and the privately funded show off Torrance Beach. Both shows begin approx. 89pm. Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach opens at 2pm for festivities.

The annual El Segundo festivities begin at 10am in Recreation Park with fireworks at 9pm.

Palos Verdes Estates and Rancho Palos Verdes both host daytime festivities as well.

TUESDAY, JULY 9 MOMS Club of Hermosa Beach hosts a meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

For information, email hbmoms@yahoo.com WEDNESDAY, JULY 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.

THURSDAY, JULY 11 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, JULY 12 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 SATURDAY, JULY 20 Providence Little Company of Mary hosts CPR/Heartsaver. 9am-3pm. Register at www.providenceclasses.org or call (800) 618 -6659.

SUNDAY, JULY 14 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts 2nd Sunday Science: Microscope Exploration, 2-4pm. $5 per person.

(310) 782-3989.

TUESDAY, JULY 16 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, JULY 17 Mom's Club of Palos Verdes is a non-profit support group for moms. We host monthly general meetings, frequent playgroups, field trips and Mom's Night Out events. Prospective members are welcome to attend a general meeting before deciding to join. The July general meeting will be held at Highridge Park in RPV. Check the online calendar for August General Meeting details. Children are welcome to attend all events, except for Moms Night Out. For more information about the organization please go to: http:// www.pvmomsclub.com.

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(Continued from page 28) THURSDAY, JULY 18 Plaza El Segundo, On Sepulveda, North of Rosecrans hosts Mommy & Me and Daddy too Kids Club. This meets the third Thursday of each month beginning April 18th. www.plazaelsegundo.com FRIDAY, JULY 26 Moms Club of Torrance meets the last Friday of every month at La Romeria Park, 19501 Inglewood Ave., Torrance, 90503.

10am. www.momsclubtorrancenw.weebly.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 27 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free.

310-782-3989.

Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts storytime and nature crafts for kids. 11-1pm. $5/person. (310) 7823989.

The City of Torrance hosts Movies in the Park. Tonight’s movie is Ratatouille at Hickory Park, 2850 232nd St.. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks! For more details, visit www.TorranceCA.gov/3737.htm SUNDAY, JULY 28 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free.

310-782-3989 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts watercolors for kids. Ages 8+, $10 per child. 10-12noon. (310) 7823989.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 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.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a tyke hike. 10am. $5 donation. 782-3989.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3 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.

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.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 Poppies Bookstore, 3614 Pacific Coast Hwy., Torrance, hosts Sunday Storytime. 22:30pm. Perfect for kids ages 3-8! 310-3735553.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 6 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.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9 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 SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts 2nd Sunday Science, 24pm. $5 per person. (310) 782-3989.

Dig It at the Skirball Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. The Skirball’s simulated outdoor archaeological dig and field laboratory are open for exploration and discovery! Slip on an archaeologists (Continued on page 30)

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(Continued from page 29) vest, sift and sort to find ancient artifacts buried beneath the sand, examine and inspect your findings, analyze clues with archaeology staff to piece together the story of an ancient Iron Age city (Weather permitting only.) 10-4pm. 877-722-4849.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 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.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 MOMS Club of Hermosa Beach hosts a meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

For information, email hbmoms@yahoo.com

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 The City of Torrance hosts Movies in the Park. Tonight’s movie is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs at Paradise Park, 5006 Lee Street.. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks! For more details, visit www.TorranceCA.gov/3737.htm

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14 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.

As event dates and times change, please call ahead!

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15 Plaza El Segundo, On Sepulveda, North of Rosecrans hosts Mommy & Me and Daddy too Kids Club. This meets the third Thursday of each month beginning April 18th. www.plazaelsegundo.com TUESDAY, AUGUST 20 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.

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, AUGUST 24 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free.

310-782-3989.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free.

310-782-3989.

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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.

Classes— Classes—Music Piano & Violin Instruction (310) 245-9193 Patient, caring teacher. Beginning thru advanced levels.

15 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

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