Growing Up Roseville Spring 2018 by Growing Up Roseville

Who Do It All Ways to Have

DATE NIGHT On a Tight Budget

Local Heroes

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Spring Issue 2018 February - March - April

A quarterly resource celebrating family life in the greater Roseville community

Cover photo by: Ashley Brostrom Ashley Brostrom Photography fb.com/ashleybrostromphotography On the Cover: London, age 3 enjoying the beautiful spring flowers in Lincoln. Growing Up Roseville provides a way to share the ideas of our wonderful community and we always hope readers can learn something new and hear different opinions from members of the community that make them think, wonder, and respond. I am so grateful to the magazine staff, our advertisers, and the community for the overwhelming support. We absolutely could not produce this magazine without this continued support. If you do business with any of our advertisers this spring, please be sure to mention you saw their ad in Growing Up Roseville Magazine. Thank you for making Growing Up Roseville your family’s resource. Happy reading!!

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Growing Up Roseville Magazine is published quarterly and available, free, at around 100 family-friendly locations throughout Roseville, Rocklin, and Lincoln. We are also available online at www.growinguproseville.com. Copyright © 2018 by Growing Up Roseville Magazine. All rights reserved. Reproductions without permission are prohibited. Articles and advertisements found in Growing Up Roseville Magazine do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the management. Every effort is made to avoid errors, misspellings, and omissions. If an error is found, please accept our sincere apologies and notify us of the mistake.

Margaret O’Hair Margaret is a wife, mom, teacher, and an multi-award-winning writer who lives is Rocklin. She has 6 traditionally published books for children: TWIN TO TWIN, MY PUP, MY KITTEN, STAR BABY, SWEET BABY FEET and BE YOU TIFUL, LOVE SOFIA. Follow Margaret on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter and be sure to check out her blog at www.margaretohair.com.

Matt Beaudreau Matt is a world-wide keynote speaker, education and generational expert, and the founder/owner of Acton Academy Placer. He has been married to his wife, Heather, for 9 years, and is father to Morgan (7), Brielle (5), and Louden (2); all of whom served as the inspiration behind the creation of Acton Academy Placer.

Donna Smith Donna and her husband have been residents of Rocklin since 2008. Committed to relieving the burdens of fighting insurance issues and complex healthcare systems, they formed Capitol Healthcare Advocates. As personal healthcare advocates, they put their decades of experience in insurance management, advocacy, and negotiations to work for their clients. Learn more at www.capitolhealthcareadvocates.com.

Tricia Lewis Tricia is the executive director of Sierra Pregnancy + Health. They believe all women deserve honest and accurate information regarding pregnancy and reproductive health given to them with compassion and in a timely manner while focusing on her emotional, physical and spiritual health. Sierra Pregnancy +Health offers pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, STD/STI testing and treatment, and parenting support. All services are free, safe and private.

Justin Caporusso Justin is the Roseville City School District Foundation (RCSDF) Vice President and a race coordinator for Run 4 Roseville Schools. The annual Run 4 Roseville Schools raises money for music education and classroom grants for the Roseville City School District.

Shannon Smith Shannon is married to the love of her life and best friend, and is the mother to six children. Shannon owns the FIT4MOM Placer franchise where she has the opportunity to empower and encourage mothers at every stage of motherhood. She teaches fitness classes for all moms: prenatal, postnatal mamas with babies in tow, and mothers who are looking for high intensity interval training. It’s more than just a great workout; it’s an awesome community of mothers helping mothers. She wants to listen, support, and empower mothers to be their very best physically, mentally, and spiritually for themselves, their families and their worlds. To find out more please call 530-863-3298 or go to www.placer.fit4mom.com.

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School and Home 08 Acton Academy

Children’s Business Fair

09 Local Heroes

Spreading Kindness

10 6 Helpful Tips

Get the Most Out of Doctor Visits

11 Book Reviews

Books All About Love

12 Blackberry Creek Barn Raising Gala

13 Sierra Pregnancy +Health

Fund-Raising Dinner

14 Run 4 Roseville Schools

Expand and Enrich Education

Parenting

16 Moms Who Do It All

Interview with a Mom, and Published Author, Nikki Katz

18 Date Night On A Budget 6 Inexpensive and fun ideas

19 Kids Eat Free

17 Eateries That Offer Meal Deals for Kids

Springtime Fun

21 Birthday Party Guide

32 Location Ideas, Plus Our Top 5 Places Throw a Party!

22 Quarry Park Adventures

Character Building Outdoor Fun

25 Spring Crafts

Ideas For Each Month of Spring

In Every Issue... 04 Editor’s Note 04 Contributors 26 Events Calendar 31 Preschool Directory 31 Advertiser Directory

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Do you still believe in superheroes? We do.

By Matt Beaudreau

At Acton Academy Placer, we have a few basic, but powerful beliefs about children: 1. Every child is a genius and a hero, and should be viewed as such. 2. Every child has a unique combination of gifts that can change the world in a profound way. 3. Any relevant educational institution of the 21st century should be focused around learning to learn, learning to do, and learning to be. Learning to know is the natural by-product of this sort of environment.

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It is because of this belief system that we created Acton Academy Placer. These are also the driving principles behind the launch of our first annual, Acton Academy Children’s Business Fair, here in Placer County. Our students will be setting up booths where they will

showcase their very own start-ups! They will develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open their doors to the community for a one day marketplace. Acton Academy Placer focuses on a number of “quests” throughout the year. These 5-6 week quests are collaborative, real-world projects that allow our students to explore a topic in depth. The quests culminate in an exhibition or showcase of sorts, where the stakes are high, and true learning and reflection can take place. This year’s quests range from Space and Engineering, to Game-Building and Psychology. The Business Fair will serve as the exhibition for our 5 week Entrepreneurship Quest, and the money they make (or don’t), will serve as valuable feedback along their individual journeys. Principled entrepreneurs are true heroes and role models for the next generation. These innovators make great sacrifices to provide jobs and serve their communities. Join us on Friday, March 30th from 9:00-12:00, at JohnsonSpringview Park in Rocklin, as the young Lions of Acton Academy Placer step into these roles for the first time! If you would like more information on the fair, please visit www.childrensbusinessfair.org/rocklin. Until then, live heroically!

When I began noticing my daughter coming home upset because of the way some of the kids at her school were treating her, I saw it as an opportunity to create a learning lesson from which each of my kids could benefit. My girls love to paint, and after learning about the Kindness Rocks Project, they decided to paint messages of love and inspiration onto rocks, and leave them in random places for others to find, with hopes of spreading kindness throughout our community. My oldest daughter, Sierra, would name them “smile stones,” and whether it was at the park, walking to school, or on one of our neighborhood walks, she and her other three sisters would enthusiastically leave them all over for others to find. Their excitement truly comes when it is time to drop their “smile stones,” and they love the fact that they will help bring happiness to whomever finds them. It is a great way to show the importance of spreading positivity and kindness to others, and also how powerful words truly are.

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6 Helpful Tips

To Get The Most Out of Your Doctor’s Visits By Donna Smith at Capital Healthcare Advocates

onversations in a doctor’s office are often among the most important and stressful you can have. Yet, examination rooms are rarely the setting for clear thinking and comprehensive discussions. After waiting with fussy children or calming your own nerves, most doctors will only spend about 15 minutes on the entire visit, including the exam. Some of the remaining time is taken up with the doctor entering information into a computer. Doctors are often as frustrated as patients with the limited time allotted for each patient visit. Here are six things you can do to make the time as productive as possible for you and the doctor.

side-effects, or do not seem to be working, make that note on your medication list. Give the doctor your list and explain the changes.

4. Be direct. Neither you nor the doctor have much time for the social niceties that often accompany a conversation. This is

one of those times when a pleasant greeting can be immediately followed by the business at hand. As succinctly as possible, state your reason for the visit (#1 above), then start asking your questions (#2 above).

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5. Don’t let yourself be interrupted. Studies have found that 1. Know what you want to learn or get from the visit before patients speak an average of just 12 to 18 seconds before being you go. In other words, know the one or two main things you need to understand when you walk out of that office. Are you not sure if what seems to be a minor problem is something worse? Need relief from pain? Antibiotics are not helping? General check-up? Knowing what you want helps you better prepare for the visit and communicate clearly when you are in the doctor’s office. Try to keep your reason to a couple of sentences, otherwise you may never get to your questions.

2. Write down your questions before the visit. This goes hand-in-glove with #1. If you know what you want to learn or

understand, it will be easier to write down all of the questions you want answered. Unless someone is going with you to take notes, keep the list of questions and a pen with you during the visit. Be prepared to add questions to the list as your doctor gives you information during the visit.

3. Bring a current list of medications and note any changes. If any medications are no longer being taken, present new

interrupted by the doctor. You ask your children not to interrupt. Be prepared to say the same to your doctor. You will not get what you need from the visit if you are unable to state the reason for the appointment and ask your questions.

6. If you do not understand an answer, ask your doctor to repeat it in a different way. Your doctor lives in a world of

medical-speak. You do not. If you did not hear the answer or do not understand it, ask the doctor to give you the answer again in a different way. Use this active listening technique to make sure you understand the answer correctly: “What I hear you saying is…..” Don’t be shy or embarrassed to speak up. If your auto mechanic’s explanation of a fuel injector problem did not make sense, you would ask for clarification. Do not hesitate to do the same with your doctor. Finally, remember that you and your doctor are working towards the same goal of keeping you and your family healthy. These six steps will help you both reach that goal.

3 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Books About

Love By Margaret Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hair

LOVE IS By Diane Adams

Love is: The story of a love between a girl and a duckling. Heartfelt. Engaging. Beautiful pictures. Unique story. An instant classic!

I LOVE YOU THE PURPLEST By Barbara M. Joosse, Illustrated by Mary Whyte

Early in the evening, two young brothers and their mama finish supper in the sturdy red cabin and set out to fish. While digging for worms, rowing the boat, and pulling in fish, each brother asks his mama which one is the best at each task, and as they are being tucked into bed, which one she loves the best. Text and pictures work together to make this book a classic. A perfect venue for sharing how we love each of our children the most, even when there is more then one of them!

LOVE THAT DOG By Sharon Creech

The book with heart, the book with a dog, the book with a boy, the book of free-verse poems. Jack figures out how to be a writer as he comes to grips with the loss of his beloved dog. Kids who read this will come to love poetry, and most likely that they could write poetry just like Jack can. The book is one to read, again and again and again.

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On May 19th, Blackberry Creek Farm Animal Sanctuary will be holding its third annual Barn Raising Gala at the sanctuary. This event is a crowd favorite because there is live music, amazing food, an incredible silent auction, outstanding drinks, and sanctuary tours where attendees have the opportunity to meet the eighty animals that call the sanctuary their home. Tickets will go on sale March 1st and will include a swag gift bag, dinner, an open bar, and shuttle service to the sanctuary with the purchase of each ticket. The dress is casual since attendees will be meeting the animals and they keep things very informal! This event is for those 18 and over. Blackberry Creek is an all~volunteer, 501(c)3 non~profit organization that relies on donations from the general public to do its important work of rescuing animals and providing education to the community. Along with volunteer opportunities, a free visitor day is offered on the first Sunday of most months (schedule available online). You can get involved and make a difference now by sponsoring an animalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s care or making a one~time donation to the sanctuary at www.blackberrycreek.org.

Sierra Pregnancy + Health

or many in our community, unreliable access to medical care access is real. Did you know that there is a free, compassionate, and private point of access right here in Placer County? Sierra Pregnancy + Health (SPH) has been serving residents in our community since 1999, growing from a small resource center in Auburn, to a fully functional and certificated medical clinic in Roseville. Located in the heart of Placer County, SPH’s convenient location helps to serve patients from all over the region.

s a non-profit, free medical clinic, funded 100 percent by private donations, SPH receives no state or federal government funding. SPH administers multiple community programs, including free early detection pregnancy testing and confirmation, ultrasound, prenatal education, pregnancy and life skills training, provision of resources for mothers and infants, nutrition and parenting education, mentoring for expectant parents, and STD/STI screening and treatment. SPH provides medical care to those who often have been unable to receive services through their primary care provider. In addition to medical care, staff and volunteers support women who are facing hardships. That is often when parenting classes, a diaper bank, and even prenatal vitamins are needed the most.

or the greater community, SPH administers free STD

Join SPH as they their annual Light + Life Fundraising Dinner to help support their services throughout 2018. and STI testing and treatment, combatting growing epidemics such as the meteoric rise in gonorrhea cases the Center for Disease Control has called “the second most commonly reported notifiable disease in the United States.” “We provide the community with a safe, compassionate environment to empower themselves with information, answers, and treatment. We are working on removing the stigma around STD/STI testing and unplanned pregnancies. You are not alone and you do not have to go without healthcare,” says Executive Director Tricia Lewis.

PH coordinates familyfriendly fundraising events throughout the year to support their services, stock their diaper bank, and encourage community awareness of their presence. You can find SPH at events around the community, open to answering questions and happy to debunk any myths that can pervade the pregnancy and sexual healthcare clinic space.

pend Thursday, February 22, 2018 enjoying a night out… with free childcare! SPH is hosting their annual Light + Life Fundraising Dinner to help support their services throughout 2018. Enjoy fabulous cuisine catered by Randy Peters Catering and free, on-site childcare for an uninterrupted evening of giving at The Falls Event Center in Roseville. For available sponsorship opportunities, please email Brooke at brooke@sierraph.org for more information. For tickets, visit www.sierraph.org/events.

For additional questions or support, CALL or TEXT 916.624.8990.

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Run 4 Roseville Schools

It takes a village, a race, and some music!

he Roseville City School District continues to grow and thrive thanks to the support of a non-profit organization focused on expanding and advocating for educational opportunities of our community’s students. The Roseville City School District Foundation (RCSDF) is a community-based, all-volunteer organization whose mission is to enhance, expand and enrich the education of each child in the Roseville City School District. Unlike a single school-based PTC, the RCSDF represents all students district-wide, advocating to promote academic excellence, champion innovation in teaching, and provide sustained financial support to the entire district. Being an inclusive and philanthropic city, RCSDF’s vision has been to engage the entire community of Roseville to participate in realizing this mission since 2005. In this spirit, the RCSDF is planning and hosting its annual Run4Roseville Schools fun run for the whole family on April 29, 2018.

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“This event not only promotes healthy activity for our students and families, but encourages the entire community to get involved with the cause,” says Justin Caporusso, RCSDF Vice President and one of the race coordinators. “We love seeing our students get excited about their education, especially music education.” During the 2016-2017 school year, music education finally returned to RCSD after ten years without a formal program. RCSDF donated $90,000 to the District for the first year of the program to help fund instruments, sheet music, and other equipment that will be used by music teachers and students for years to come. RCSDF now has committed to donating $25,000 per year towards music programs for our students. Research studies have proven that music education strengthens language development, increases IQ, develops creativity, enhances spatial-temporal skills and coordination, improves test scores, and builds teamwork and camaraderie with their fellow students. All of these are skills demanded of our students in today’s world and helps them becomes the RCSD champions they are. “One of the easiest ways to get involved is to join our mailing list and stay informed of our goals, events, and progress,” says Caporusso. The RCSDF board also encourages community members to donate, volunteer, and sponsor events throughout the year. They even offer community service hours to high school and college students looking to make a difference. To learn more about the Roseville City School District Foundation, or to get involved, visit rcsdfoundation.org.

MOMS WHO DO IT ALL Spotlight on Nikki Katz, a writer from San Diego, California

Thanks for having me Meg! This journey was a long one. I actually wrote the first draft of The Midnight Dance over five years ago. Set in 1800s Italy at the Grande Teatro Finishing School, the novel follows Penny and 11 other young women as they train under the mysterious, young Master to become the finest ballerinas in Italy. It’s the only life Penny has ever known until startling new memories show a very different past. Now, Penny must find a way to uncover the secrets of the school and escape, before it’s too late. The Midnight Dance truly is a labor of love. It was the first time I really delved into revising and editing any of my six manuscripts. I rewrote it (twice) nearly from scratch to get an agent, and then again once we parted ways and Swoon Reads purchased the manuscript. I learned so very much from this process, more from ever writing the first draft of a novel.

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Parenting

By Margaret O’Hair

What makes you want to write books? There are several things. I love telling stories, and honestly there is something amazing about knowing I’m going to leave this bit of a legacy behind when I’m long gone. I like to make people think, and I like touching the lives of teens, an age when sometimes you need an escape from the real-world drama. How did you realize you were a writer? I have written since I was four years old, typing out horrible rhyming poems on my grandfather’s typewriter. Even though it was a strange path to get here, I have always been a writer! It’s far easier for me to express myself in the written word than through speaking.

hether you have a business, a hobby, a passion, a cause. . .it is sure to be said that we all try to juggle things and make our lives work around our kids.

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While I’ve seen you online and presenting at conferences, it is so great to talk to you in person today, Nikki. Welcome to Growing Up Roseville and Growing Up Chico Magazines! Congratulations, by the way, on your first book! I know it is a Young Adult novel and has been out a couple of months. Can you share the journey of that book? How long did it take to write it and what is it about?

In the first of our series of interviews with Moms Who Do It All, we are lucky to get a chance to interview the amazing, Nikki Katz, a writer, blogger, and mom from sunny San Diego! Nikki Katz is a managing editor and ex-rocket scientist living in San Diego with her husband and three children. With a BS degree in aerospace engineering, Nikki first put her writing skills to use publishing four nonfiction books in the puzzle and game genre. She moved on to writing young adult fiction, her favorite activity. Other favorite pastimes include: chauffeuring her kids around town, reading fantasy and sci-fi, baking yummy desserts, watching Reality TV, and scrolling social media feeds. The Midnight Dance is her debut novel.

Tell us a little about your mom style and your kids. I am hard on my kids. I am definitely not an “everyone gets a trophy” type of parent. I want them to work hard and see their successes. I rarely coddle, although I am fiercely protective of them when I need to be. I am very competitive and my kids are as well, for better or worse! They are also really good kids. They are respectful to adults and manners are very important to me. I encourage them to explore various activities and they have all landed where they should. My oldest does professional acting, my middle does competitive cheerleading, and my youngest does competitive soccer and recreational lacrosse. Being a mom is a full time job! How to you juggle mom life with writing life? Not well sometimes! I try to write when the kids are at school, but once you’re picked up by a publisher, you are at the whim of that schedule. I have had to work on revisions during both summer break and holiday break! I feel the guilt

on all accounts, but what I’ve learned to do is make my time count. It is quality over quantity and whether I am working or engaged with the kids, I make that my focus. What is your advice to moms who want to try to write a children’s book? Don’t give up. It’s a tough business. Like I said, this was definitely not the first manuscript I wrote! It is a long journey, but you have to keep at it. Write every day if you can. The longer you are away from a project, the harder it is to get back into it! Also, reach out to others and find a critique partner or group. They are invaluable in terms of feedback, but also support as you get out there and (most likely) start receiving rejection for your work. Any exciting projects that you are working on now? I am working on The King’s Questioner, a book about a mental lockpick, Kalen who has the ability to break into people’s minds and steal their deepest secrets. When he uncovers something the king has been hiding in the mind of his childhood friend, former enemies must team up to avert a war. What is the contact information for buying your books? The Macmillan website has links to all major bookstores. Here is that link: https://us.macmillan.com/themidnightdance/ nikkikatz/9781250123718/ How can we find you online to follow your writing journey and read your blog? Here is all of that information: • My Website: www.nikkikatz.com • My Facebook: www.facebook.com/NikkiKatzAuthor/ • My Instagram: www.instagram.com/nikkikatz • My Twitter: www.twitter.com/katzni • My Pinterest: pinterest.com/nvkatz/ Thank you, Nikki! This was great. You’re most welcome! Wait, Nikki, before you are off the line, you know, our readers are moms, first and foremost. Their families are everything to them, just like it should be. With that said, can you give us a last piece of wisdom about how not to give up on our dreams, even though we are taking care of our families? Sure. It is vastly important to spend quality time with your children, but it’s also important for them to see their parents pursue their hobbies and their dreams. My kids are amazingly proud of me, have seen me work very hard, and celebrate my successes. Find the time to work on your dreams, whatever they may be. I promise, your children will be better off for it.

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When you are a parent, having a date night with your spouse can seem difficult to pull off. Add in a tight budget, and it can seem impossible. When you are a busy parent, date nights are more important than ever to keep your marriage healthy and to keep both of you feeling refreshed. With a little creativity and extra planning, you can still enjoy a night out with your significant other, even on a small budget.

Change the Time

Date night does not have to happen on Saturday night. To save money, try going to a matinée when prices are more affordable. The lunch menu is also significantly cheaper at most restaurants, making an afternoon date more appealing. You could also try catching a movie or dinner on a weeknight. You not only save some cash, but you will also avoid the crowd.

Swap Sitting

While some parents have the benefit of close family and friends to watch their children when they go for a night out, many must pay a sitter to take care of their children. This cost can add up, especially if you have a larger family. Try asking a friend to swap babysitting duties with you. You watch her kids one night while they have a date night, then she can watch yours while you have a night out. It’s free and it is well worth both couples’ time.

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Out Local

Attractions

Check the local listings for free, or affordable, outings or day trips. Most cities have a Facebook page, which often lists fun events around town. Ideas could include: visiting a local museum, a zoo, or an exhibit. Minor league sports games are also a fun and affordable idea. Community theater or high school theater is a great way to see a play without having to pay the high prices. Some couples may also enjoy relaxing at the local beach or swimming pool without the kids.

Who says you have to go out to have date night? Put the kids to bed early and cook a meal together. Enjoy some quiet time or a romantic movie in the comfort of your own home. If your kids are not big on early bedtime, plan dessert for after the kids’ normal bedtime.

Pack a Picnic A picnic at a local park is both romantic and budget friendly. You can easily stick to your budget when you use items from your own pantry in your picnic or stop to get something affordable on the way. You can also look for free or affordable local events like concerts or other festivals where you could bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the free entertainment as well.

Get Active

If you and your partner enjoy being active, make it a date. Going on a walk, hiking the local trails, or going on a bike ride are all fun and free activities to enjoy with your partner. Some other active and affordable date ideas could be ice skating, bowling, or laser tag. Sometimes feeling like a kid again can make you forget about the kids, for just a little while. There are many ways couples can enjoy a date night without having to blow the budget. Get creative and make date night a priority to keep your marriage happy and healthy.

Kids Eat Free! Please note that specials are subject to change, please call ahead to confirm.

Baskin-Robbins: $1.50 cones on the 31st of each month, Every Tuesday $1 off each scoop from 5pm- closing: Roseville, Rocklin and Lincoln. Brookfields Restaurant: Kids 10 & under eat free with paying adult every Monday-Thursday from 4-9:30pm. 1817 Taylor Rd., Roseville. Buffalo Wild Wings: Kid’s Night Mondays from 4-10pm. Kids Meals are $1.99. 1168 Galleria Blvd. #200, Roseville. Cattlemens: Kids eat free with purchase of Cattlemens T-shirt. Kids must wear T-shirt when dining to receive free meal. 2000 Taylor Rd., Roseville. Chevy’s Fresh Mex: Kids eat FREE Sundays. One free meal per adult entree.1919 Douglas Blvd., Roseville & 6604 Lonetree, Rocklin Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill: FREE kids meal on Monday nights with purchase of adult entree. 1475 Eureka Rd. #100, Roseville Denny’s: Kids eat FREE on Tuesdays from 4-10 p.m. 122 Sunrise Ave., 5181 Foothills Blvd. & 4460 Rocklin Rd. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: Kids eat FREE Sundays. One free Kids Meal per adult meal of equal or greater value. 701 Pleasant Grove Blvd. #150, Roseville, 5406 Crossings Dr., Rocklin Firehouse Subs: Kids under 12 eat FREE from 4pm to closing daily. 933 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville Jimboy’s Tacos: Kids 12 and under eat free every Monday with purchase of an adult meal. 1228 Galleria Blvd. & 1821 Douglas Blvd. Krispy Kreme: Free donut for an A on a report card. 10317 Fairway Dr., Roseville Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt: Kids Day Sundays 1-5pm (up to 5oz) free for kids under 10, 5194 Commons Dr. Suite 103, Rocklin Moe’s Southwest Grill: Kids eat free all day on Sundays: 998 Sunrise Ave., Roseville Round Table Pizza: Kids 4 & under eat free with paying adult at the Tuesday night buffet. At select Round Table Pizza’s, please call ahead. Rubino’s: Kids eat free spaghetti Mondays 4-9pm. 5015 Pacific St., Rocklin Strings: Kids 10 & under eat FREE from kids menu Sunday & Mondays after 4pm, with purchase of adult entree. 1900 Douglas Blvd., Roseville Sushi Unlimited: Kids eat free on Tuesdays with purchase of adult entrée. 9600 Fairway Dr., Roseville

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Growing Up Roseville’s

Birthday Party Guide Top 5 Picks A Dash of Panache

217 Vernon Street, Roseville (916) 788-4386 www.adashofpanache.com Themed Parties : From Diva’s to Princess tea parties. Book a Party with your favorite princess, or a makeover with all your friends. Parties include your choice of: food, cupcakes, ice cream, a goodie bag, invitations & thank you notes, a craft activity, hair, make-up, and nails (choice 2 of the above). You get a dedicated party hostess in an adorable room with a throne. Mention Growing Up Roseville for 10% off!

Placer Nature Center

3700 Christian Valley Road, Auburn (530) 878-6053 www.Placernaturecenter.org Green Birthday Party Celebrate your child’s special day at the Placer Nature Center and have a Green Birthday Party. We will supply the environmental friendly supplies, e.g. table clothes, cups, and plates, etc. The nature center staff will lead your guests in three fun activities customized to your child’s interests; Followed by an hour of party time for you and your guests. Cost $125.00 up to 10 children.

Quarry Park Adventures

4060 Rocklin Rd., Rocklin (916) 750.1772 www.QuarryPark.com Turn them loose and let them go as they enjoy the adventures they choose in the Quarry Mega Kids’ Kove. There are climbing nets, zip lines, balance beams, and boulder climbs with more than enough action to keep your little ones entertained for hours. With over 30 challenge elements in the Quarry Mega Kids’ Kove, it’s large enough to entertain 150 little explorers and their parents at one time.

Snowie King

(916) 750-KING Basic Party Package-$200 Having Snowie King at your party is a sure-fire way to make your child’s party better than the rest. Price includes travel to your location (within 10 miles of Rocklin, $1/mile thereafter), music play list of your choice, and up to 50 Shaved Ice Treats with 10 self-serve natural flavors from our Flavor Station. Follow us on Facebook and visit us on the web at www.SnowieKing.com.

The Art Bistro

6848 Five Star Blvd. Suite 6, Rocklin (916) 472-0252 www.TheArtBistro.com Make it a fun and creative celebration where everyone will take home their very own masterpiece! Enjoy a fun 90 minute guided painting session, including pizza and soft drinks, as well as a paint palette souvenir that all the party guests can sign for the birthday girl or boy! Party packages $200/$250 for up to 10 people. Additional guests at the rate of $20/25 per person. Appropriate for ages 8-18.

Amazing Animal World (916) 751-8923 www.amazinganimalworld.com AMF Bowling Co. 2325 Sierra Meadows Dr., Rocklin (916) 624-8216 www.amf.com/location/amfrocklin-lanes AR Workshop Roseville 1426 E Roseville Pkwy. Ste 170, Roseville (916) 380-3728 www.arworkshop.com/roseville/ BounceU 7611 Galilee Road, Roseville (916) 783-4386 www.bounceu.com/roseville-ca Byers Gymnastics Center 2009 Opportunity Dr., Roseville (916) 781-2939 www.byersroseville.com C-Horse Ranch 11685 Lorenson Road, Auburn (530) 888-7766 www.healingpastures. chorseranchauburn.org Campelli’s Pizza 7480 Foothills Blvd., Roseville (916) 784-8440 www.campellispizza.com Chuck E. Cheese’s 9601 Fairway Dr., Roseville (916) 772-7909 www.chuckecheese.com Extreme Gymnastics 3210 Swetzer Rd. Loomis (916) 652-6559 www.extremegymnastics.com Fast Track Hobbies 6831 Lonetree Blvd., # E102, Rocklin (916) 784-1722 www.fthobbies.com

John’s Incredible Pizza Company 384 N. Sunrise Ave, Roseville (916) 772-1111 www.johnspizza.com/Roseville

Skatetown Ice Arena 1009 Orlando Ave, Roseville (916) 783-8550 www.skatetown.biz

KidsPark 6801 Five Star Blvd. #B., Rocklin (916) 624-2344 www.kidspark.com/rocklin

Sky Zone 1091 Tinker Rd., Ste 200, Rocklin (916) 644-9966 www.skyzone.com/sacramento

Mad Science (916) 779-0390 sacramento.madscience.org

Strikes Unlimited 5681 Lonetree Blvd., Rocklin (916) 626-3600 www.strikesrocklin.com

Mike Shellito Indoor Pool 10210 Fairway Dr., Roseville (916) 774-5967 www.roseville.ca.us/indoorpool Petroglyph 2030 Douglas Blvd., Roseville (916) 772-4278 www.petroglyph.com

Studio Movie Grill 5140 Commons Dr., Rocklin (916) 238-9000 www.studiomoviegrill.com

Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park 384 N Sunrise Ave, Roseville (916) 755-0030 www.roseville.rockinjump.com

The Fairy Godmother Events (916) 778-8867 www.thefairygodmother.org Tiny Tumblers 6015 Fairway Dr., Rocklin (916) 259-2516 www.tinytumblersonline.com

Roller King 889 Riverside Ave, Roseville (916) 783-0918 www.rollerkingroseville.com

Topgolf 1700 Freedom Way, Roseville (916) 200-1002 www.topgolf.com/us/roseville

Roseville Academy of Dance 1801 Cirby Way #7, Roseville (916) 773-5678 rosevilleacademyofdance.com

Tricks Gymnastics 4070 Cavitt Stallman Rd., Granite Bay (916) 791-4496 www.tricksgym.com

Roseville Golfland Sunsplash 1893 Taylor Rd., Roseville (916) 784-1273 www.golfland.com

Wacky Tacky 7351 Galilee Rd. # 160, Roseville (916) 783-3355 www.wackytacky.net

Roseville Sports Center City of Roseville 1545 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville (916) 774-5967 www.roseville.ca.us

XtremeCraze 6694 Lonetree Blvd., Rocklin (916) 259-2729 www.xtremecraze.com

Sac City Ceramics 199 Cirby Way, Ste 16, Roseville (916) 783-0800 www.saccityceramics.com

Young Art 1151 Galleria Blvd., Roseville (916) 899-0576 youngartusa.co/galleria-atroseville/

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Quarry Park Adventures

Rocklin’s Newest Family Attraction in the Heart of the Quarry District

A new adventure awaits thousands of families as a 160-year-old granite quarry in Rocklin, California is transformed into a premier northern California entertainment destination. The City of Rocklin’s historic Quarry District is experiencing a transformation. Public and private development is creating a reborn downtown with an environment that supports vibrant entertainment, commercial activity, and residential options.

Quarry Park Adventures, Rocklin’s newest attraction in the heart of the Quarry District, boasts a picturesque setting for community events, concerts, and enjoying the natural beauty of the city. The park features a Platinum Living Amphitheater, where Rocklin has held two successful summer concert seasons, attracting nationally renowned artists and thousands of attendees. Quarry Park Adventures, in the 160-year-old Quarry District in downtown Rocklin, is a one-of-a-kind experience with over 100 adventure activities that can be as fun, or as challenging as guests choose. Think of Quarry Park Adventures as being similar to a theme park, but instead of roller coasters and log rides, guests experience zip lines, giant swings, free-fall jumps, paddle boats, and many other ground and aerial adventures in a safe, wholesome environment. Future Quarry Park plans include the redevelopment of an existing city fire station next to the amphitheater to attract unique businesses to compliment park activities. Private landowners are also investing in projects adjacent to Quarry Park and have begun to build residential, retail,

and restaurant options that will help create a destination for the entire community. Rocklin’s Quarry Adventures will be a surrounded by it all, offering adventurous recreation and, in conjunction with area development, attract residents and visitors to support local businesses and bring revenue into the city. Here is just a taste of what is in store for families at Quarry Park Adventures: Zip 700 feet at over 30 miles per hour, swing and soar 120 feet above a canyon floor, climb and traverse 60 feet high granite walls, and explore 5 ½ acres of adventure and excitement that friends and family will enjoy time and again. Come enjoy the atmosphere and have a cold beverage on the 2,000-square foot outdoor deck, hanging over the quarry or dangle your toes in the cool water next to the 60foot high waterfall. Quarry Park Adventures has something for everyone. There is a play zone just for the junior explorers, Quarry Mega Cove Kid’s Kove. In addition, there are private and public picnic areas, and a banquet area for private events. Quarry Park Adventures is truly a special place and it is just around the corner! Come zip, soar, climb, and explore in a safe, wholesome atmosphere you will want to visit time and again.

“Helping Prepare Today’s Children for Life’s Great Adventure.”

Quarry Mega Cove

Kids’ Kove

Turn them loose and let them go as they enjoy the adventures they choose themselves in the Quarry Mega Kids’ Kove. There are climbing nets, zip lines, balance beams, and boulder climbs with more than enough action to keep your little ones entertained for hours. With over 30 challenge elements in the Quarry Mega Kids’ Kove, it’s large enough to entertain 150 little explorers and their parents at one time. Accompany your child on the elements, or enjoy watching their adventures while relaxing on a comfortable shaded bench among the trees. Quarry Mega Kids’ Kove is a well supervised, fully enclosed area of the park that does not require belays or helmets. We promise, no more coaxing the kids to put down the video game or turn off the television. The Quarry Mega Kids’ Kove is real action that is fun, builds character, and is great exercise. For more details please go to www.quarrypark.com.

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resources

Your guide to family resources in Southern Placer County! For New & Expecting Moms

First 5 Placer: Supporting Parents and Children Ages 0 – 5 in Placer County, www.first5placer.org.

Breastfeeding Coalition of Placer County: Promoting and supporting breastfeeding through education, outreach, and increased services in our communities. (916) 276-8016, (916) 780-6454.

Heartstrings Counseling: Provides low cost counseling on a sliding fee scale. In Loomis, 916-6767405, www.heartstringscounseling.org.

Herself Moms: Offers many classes and services to help support your pregnancy and growing family. For a full list of classes please visit: www.herselfmoms. com or call 916-455-6789. La Leche League of Roseville: Any woman who is interested in breastfeeding is welcome at all meetings, as are babies and young children. Pregnant women are strongly encouraged to attend meetings. Meetings are free. You do not have to be a member of La Leche League to attend meetings For questions call, (916) 708-1263, (530) 215-6873, (916) 259-4759, www.lllnorcal.org

Taylor Made Doulas: A full service doula agency providing families with professional, knowledgeable and compassionate care. They offer a wide range of classes and workshops tailored to fit your needs. Visit their website at www.taylormadedoulas.com or give them a call at 530-401-1798.

Parenting Resources A Community for Peace: A trauma informed social justice center for victims and survivors of domestic violence, family violence. Crisis Line 916-728-7210, office line (916) 728-5613. Adventure Club: City of Roseville: Operates in multiple sites at local schools for school age childcare and after school care for elementary school age children in Roseville. (916) 774-5505. Affordable Counseling & Educational Services (ACES): Offers classes in Anger Management/ Domestic Violence and Parenting Programs for Men and Women. Spanish and English classes available. Please contact for more information. Individual, couples and marriage counseling also available. Please call the office for more information and rates. (916) 630-9188. Big Brothers Big Sisters: Helping children reach their potential through one-to-one relationships with mentors that have a measurable impact on youth. www.bbbs-sac.org, (916) 646-9300. Child Advocates of Placer County: Helping high risk youth, www.casaplacer.org, 530-887-1006.

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Club Rocklin: Club Rocklin is a state-licensed, self supporting before and after school recreation program, which provides supervised activities for children in grades K-6. (916) 625-5200. Compassion Planet: Our mission is to help aged-out foster youth overcome personal obstacles in order to achieve independence and reach their fullest potential. To find out more please go to: compassionplanet.org or call (916) 672-6599. Empathic Way Treatment Center: We provide free phone screenings for potential clients related to eating disorders, body image issues and exercise compulsion. Also provides individual, couples and family counseling for those struggling with eating disorders, family communication and life transitions. 8775 Sierra College Blvd., Suite 200, Roseville, www. empathicway.com. EXCEL of Roseville: A community center for children of low income families in the Roseville area. 916-789-7884, www.excelroseville.org.

Kids First: KidsFirst provides parents and children with the tools they need to thrive through familycentered supports and services. Our vision is that all children live in a safe, healthy and nurturing home. (916) 774-6802, www.kidsfirstnow.org. KidZKount: Placer Community Action Council, Inc.: Head Start, Early Head Start and Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership programs. Services to income eligible families and children from pregnancy to 4 years old. (530) 885-5437. Lighthouse Counseling & Family Resource Center: A community based nonprofit organization with a mission to strengthen families and improve the physical and emotional well-being by providing counseling, education, and easy access to community based resources, with all services offered in both English and Spanish. 427 A St. Ste #400, Lincoln, (916) 645-3300, www.lighthousefrc.org. Lincoln Parks & Recreation Department: Providing high quality programs for all ages. www.lincolnca.gov/city-hall/departments-divisions/ parks-recreation, (916) 434-3220. MOMS Club of Rocklin: A non-profit group offering support for both stay at home moms, as well as moms in the workforce. Playgroups, field trips, events, support and more. www.meetup.com/MOMSClub-Rocklin Parent Project: A 10-week skill-building course for parents of strong-willed or defiant youth. There is a fee, but funds are available to cover all or part of the cost for those who cannot afford it (916) 787-4357. Placer County Mothers of Multiples: Nonprofit organization offering support and services to all mothers of multiples. www.pcmoms.org Placer County Office of Education Child Care Resource and Referral: Helps parents find child care, provides resources and information for parents and child care providers, and assists the Placer County community in finding and supporting quality child care. The Resource and Referral also provides learning opportunities for parents, providers and the community. (530) 745-1380. Placer County WIC: A nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children under age five eat well, be active, and stay healthy. (916) 784-6447. RENU Holistic Health: Helping children and adults to manage stress, depression and anxiety. Individualized programs for each and every client. www.renuholistichealth.com, (916) 708-2290. Rocklin Parks & Recreation Department: Offers a variety of community classes and programs for children and adults. (916) 625-5200, www.rocklin. ca.us/parks. Roseville Babywearers: Come to a meet-up to get hands on assistance with wearing your baby no matter what kind of baby carrier you use. www. rosevillebabywearers.wordpress.com Roseville Home Start: The only non-profit transitional housing program and shelter exclusively serving homeless children and their families in Placer County. (916) 782-6667 or rosevillehomestart.org Parks & Recreation: We are dedicated to helping

you and your family find the right recreational programs. (916) 772-PLAY (7529), www.roseville. ca.us/parks/. Sierra Mental Wellness Group: Provides professional and affordable individual, couple and family counseling, crisis services, child and adolescent programs, and mental health assessments. (916)783-5207, www. sierramentalwellness.org. Stand Up Placer: Crisis intervention & support. We provide victims of domestic violence and assault in Placer County with a safe, caring and nurturing environment. 24-hour crisis line staffed by Crisis Counselors – 800-575-5352. 530-823-6224, www. standupplacer.org. Teen Age Pregnancy & Parenting Program: TAPP is a free program that helps to improve the health and well-being of pregnant and parenting teens and their children. 530-889-7141 or 1-800-829-7199. Uplift Family Services: We do whatever it takes to strengthen & advocate for children, families, adults and communities to realize their hopes for behavioral health & well being. www.upliftfs.org, (916) 7792455.

Special Needs Alta California Regional Center: Non-profit that provides services for children with special needs, (916) 978-6400. Building Life’s Moments: Our goal is to raise awareness and promote a united positive community by throwing events for the special needs population and their families. www.buildinglifesmoments.org, 916-380-9459. Down Syndrome Information Alliance: Provides support and resources to empower individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and our community. 24 hour Support Line: 916-842-7175. 916-658-1686, www.downsyndromeinfo.org. Love Olivia: Through donation campaigns, “Love, Olivia” is devoted to providing special needs children with clothing, shoes, books, and financial assistance. Additionally, we strive to provide special needs families with educational and community resources. www.loveolivia.org, (916) 752-9192. NorCal Services for Deaf & Hard of Hearing: A non-profit community-based organization serving Deaf & Hard of Hearing individuals. www. norcalcenter.org/, 916.349.7500, 916.993.3048 VP, 916.550-9355 P3. Placer County Infant Development Program: A developmental and family support program for children ages birth to three years of age with special needs. 5280 Stirling Street Granite Bay, (916) 774-2795. Ride to Walk: Ride To Walk’s mission is to enhance the lives of children and young adults with neurological disabilities by providing innovative therapeutic horseback riding activities that are recreational in nature and adapted to the individual’s needs and abilities. 1630 Hwy. 193, Lincoln, www. ridetowalk.org. WarmLine Family Resource Center: WarmLine provides free resources, support, training and consultation to families of children with special needs birth to age 26. We are staffed by parents who share the common experience of parenting a child with special needs. No referral is needed, just call us at 916-455-9500 or www.warmlinefrc.org/

Spring

Arts & Crafts March:

Theodor Seuss Geisel, otherwise known as Dr. Seuss, is best known for authoring more than 60 children’s books. Celebrate his birthday on March 2nd, and snuggle up with your little one, to read some of his silly rhymes. Then, head to the kitchen for a simple, Seuss-inspired treat! Items Needed: Clear Cups Blue Jell-O Gummy Fish Candies Directions: Follow the directions on the Jell-O package and pour into cups. Let it set for at least one hour. Place gummy fish candies on top of the Jell-O cup. Enjoy!

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April

Easter Eggs and Bunny Hops: It’s S-P-R-I-N-G!! Start saving those egg shells for a super fun, albeit a bit messy, creative experience!! There’s something magical about using your entire body to create art. Give it a try! See how your little one likes Egg Splatter Painting!! Items Needed: Large, White Banner Paper or Poster Board Hollowed Egg Shells (try to save as much of the egg cup as possible) Washable Tempera Paint Dish Soap Tissue Paper (cut into 1 inch squares) White Glue Directions: Rinse hollowed egg shells and allow them to dry over several days. When you’re ready to paint, mix the washable tempera paint with some of the dish soap. There really is not a measured amount; just add a little soap to the paint to make clean-up a little easier at the end. Pour the soap/paint mixture into the hollowed egg shells. Apply a small amount of white glue to the egg shell around the opening and glue the 1 inch tissue square over the top, closing the egg with the paint inside. Allow the tissue covering to dry enough to handle –we allowed ours to dry overnight. Hang the banner paper or poster board outside. We did ours against a fence in the grass to make clean-up easy and to give the paper support and strength to withstand the eggs thrown at it. Pass out the paint-filled eggs to you (yes, YOU too!!) and your young artists and HAVE AT IT! Trust me; they will know exactly what to do! You will have so much fun crunching the egg shells, splattering the paint, and watching the colorful explosions on paper. Have your camera ready…it promises to be an experience to remember!!

Here are some fun arts and crafts ideas, from Shannon Smith, for each month of spring that will keep your little ones engaged.

February

“I love you a bushel and a peck…A bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck!” February puts love in the air! Making homemade Valentines and sharing them, is especially fun for little ones. It can be as simple as a scribbled love note to an elaborate, glitter sprinkled masterpiece. Whichever path you choose, the fun is limitless! Here’s a simple idea for making a valentine that captures your child’s tiny handprints: Love Bouquets. Items Needed: White Construction Paper Markers Large, Washable Ink Stamp Pad Directions: Press child’s hand into the ink pad. Press handprints onto the construction paper for flowers. Using markers, draw flower stems from each handprint flower. Decorate with bows, hearts, flowers, and sentiments.

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events calendar

new skills, meet other teens, and have fun. 2nd Mondays, Ages 13 - 18, 5:30-6:30pm, Location rotates monthly, please call ahead for location: (916) 774-5221.

Tuesdays Art Bistro: Join us every Tuesday for $10 social painting ALL DAY! Just $10 gets you your choice of size canvas panel, ornament, or glassware to have fun painting while you mix it up with other fun people! Enjoy happy hour specials on drinks, pizza and small plates from 3-6pm to keep the creative juices flowing! Open Mic starts at 6pm if you want to stay and perform or just enjoy the entertainment! For more details or to find out about all the fun classes and the daily happy hour specials they offer please call: (916) 472-0252 or go to www.theartbistro.com.

Check out all of the great things we have to look forward to this Spring! Please note that dates and times are subject to change. Please call ahead to confirm events.

Ongoing Events Mondays

Doggone Good Reading (Rocklin): Children are invited to polish their reading skills by reading for ten minutes each to a furry reading coach. 2nd Tuesday of each month from 3:30-4:30pm, Rocklin Library, 4890 Granite Dr, Rocklin, 916-624-3133. Farmer’s Market: Held year round every Tuesday at Whole Foods Market at the Fountains, Galleria Blvd. & East Roseville Parkway, 8am–1pm.

Children’s Bereavement Art Group: The Children’s Bereavement Art Group helps children learn to cope with and accept the death of a loved one by encouraging them to express their grief through creative outlets. Call for Dates and Times - groups are closed, must register. Please call (916) 454-6555.

Roseville Library Storytime: Ages 5 & under. Join in the fun with stories, songs and puppets to encourage early literacy skills in young children. Seating is limited. Parent participation required. Every Monday from 10:30-11am, Maidu Library, 1530 Maidu Drive, and Riley Library, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville Please call for more info, (916) 774-5221.

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BounceU: Sensory Bounce, 1st Tuesday of each month from 6-8pm. Open Bounce, every Tuesday from 3:305pm. Reservations recommended. www.bounceu.com/ roseville-ca/ or call (916) 783-4386 for more info.

BounceU: Open Bounce, 3:30-5pm. Reservations recommended. www.bounceu.com/roseville-ca/ or call (916) 783-4386 for more info.

Pediatric Autism Support Group: The Sutter Medical Foundation Autism Support Group is for parents to collaborate and share similar experiences, challenges and triumphs of raising children on the autism spectrum. 1st & 3rd Mondays from 11:30-1pm. For more information and to enroll, call (916) 262-9097.

Boot Camp: Time to get up and move! Stick with your New Year’s resolution and get into shape! Come enjoy the beautiful weather while getting a great cardio and stretch workout at Boot Camp. Boot Camp is a great opportunity to exercise during your lunch break. Starting March 6, Boot Camp takes place every Tuesday in Vernon Street Town Square. Don’t forget to bring your water and a towel. Tuesdays from 12 12:45pm, 3/6 - 5/29, Drop-in.

Homework Help: Visit your library for in-person homework help, and excel in school! Receive reading practice with a volunteer. Grades 1 - 8. Drop-in. First come, first served. Free. 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM, held at the Maidu & Riley Library in Roseville. Homework Help (Lincoln Library): Students needing help or just a quiet place to study can use the Homework Center. School age students welcome! 2:45-4:45pm, (916) 434-2410, 485 Twelve Bridges Dr, Lincoln. Roseville Library Storytime: Ages 5 & under. Singing, playing, moving and puppet fun enhance this storytime geared towards little learners. Seating is limited. Parent participation required. Free. 6-6:30pm, Downtown Library, 225 Taylor Street, Roseville. Stroller Strides at Auburn Recreation Park and Stroller Strides at Kaseberg Park. For more info go to www. meetup.com/OurVillage-FIT4MOMPlacer/ OR www. facebook.com/Fit4MomPlacer/ Teen Library Council: Get involved in your library! Gain

Homework Help (Lincoln Library): Students needing help or just a quiet place to study can use the Homework Center. School age students welcome! 2:45-4:45pm, (916) 434-2410, 485 Twelve Bridges Dr., Lincoln. Preschool Playgroup: Inspire your child to be a future Planet Protector! Drop in on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for free hands-on crafts, fun and discovery. Created specifically with young children in mind, this program offers engaging and age appropriate activities introducing ways to care for our environment. Roseville Utility Exploration Center, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville. Drop in any time from 10am to noon. No registration necessary! For information, call 916.746.1550. Read to a Dog: Ages 6 - 12, Animals are ideal reading companions; they listen attentively, do not criticize, allow children to proceed at their own pace. Sessions are first come, first served. Free. 3:30-4pm & 4:05-4:35. 2nd Tuesdays of each month. Downtown Library, 225 Taylor St., Roseville, (916) 774-5221. Roseville Library Storytime: Ages 0 - 5. Parent participation is required. Held from 10:30-11am at the Martha Riley Community Library, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd., and the Downtown Library, 225 Taylor St., Roseville, (916) 774-5221. Science Learning Lab: Learn about bugs with Placer Mosquito & Vector Control District and hands on experiments. Registration required. Free! Maidu Library every 2nd Tuesday. For ages 4-5: 11-12pm, ages 6-10: 5:30-6:30pm. Sensory Storytime: Join the Roseville Library for Sensory Storytime, designed especially for kids with autism and/ or sensory processing disorders, featuring books, music, fidget toys and more! Parent participation required. 4th

Tuesday of each month, 11-11:30 a.m. Maidu Library, 1530 Maidu Drive, Roseville, (916) 774-5221. Storytime at Pottery Barn Kids: Join Pottery Barn Kids for a special story time every Tuesday at 11am. 916783-2454, 1151 Galleria Blvd., Roseville. Stroller Strides at The Fountains. For more info go to www.meetup.com/OurVillage-FIT4MOMPlacer/ OR www. facebook.com/Fit4MomPlacer/ Super Reader Training Camp (Rocklin): Teen-led oneon-one reading and literacy skills practice for ages 3-5. Tuesdays from 4-5pm, Rocklin Library, 4890 Granite Dr., Rocklin, 916-624-3133. Train Rides at The Fountains Train: Ride for Free on Tuesdays. The train runs from 11am to 6pm every day, weather permitting. Train tickets are available at the Guest Services Desk. Tickets available everyday but Tuesday for $2, adults ride FREE with passengers under 2 years old every Tuesday. Contact Guest services at 916-786-2679 for more information. XtremeCraze: $10 per person on Tuesdays. (916) 2592729, 6694 Lonetree Blvd, Rocklin.

Wednesdays BounceU: Preschool Playdate from 9:30-11AM. Family bounce every Wednesday from 6-8pm. Reservations recommended. www.bounceu.com/roseville-ca/ or call (916) 783-4386 for more info. Character Night at Campelli’s Pizza: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month is character night! The Fairy Godmother characters come to visit while you enjoy your meal. Characters arrive at 5:30pm. 7480 Foothills Blvd Roseville. Dave & Busters: Half priced games on Wednesdays, 1174 Roseville Parkway, Roseville. Family Storytime (Lincoln): Join us for our family storytime, a fun half-hour of books, rhymes, and songs. All ages are welcome to this event, and we have special tips and techniques for building reading skills at home throughout the program. Everyone-(parents included!) is sure to have a good time and learn something new. Every Wednesday 3:30-4pm. (916) 434-2410, 485 Twelve Bridges Dr., Lincoln. Flight School: Adventure awaits! Flight School is the most rewarding way for kids ages 4-16 to experience the power of flight. Through one-on-one coaching, each Flight School student learns a progression of flying skills in a fun group setting. Every Wednesday, 6-8pm, www. iflyworld.com/flight-school/. Flip 2 It: We offer a Kids Day Out for ages 3 years to 5 years old from 9am-12pm on Wednesdays once a month. All children must be potty trained. Activities include, jumping, climbing, crafts, games, super swing, story time, tumbling and more! Call for more info, 10556 Industrial Ave, Suite #130, Roseville, (916) 772-3547 or www.flip2itsportscenter.com. Homework Help: Visit your library for in-person homework help, and excel in school! Receive reading practice with a volunteer. Grades 1 - 8. Drop-in. First come, first served. Free. 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM, held at the Maidu & Riley Library in Roseville. Homework Help (Lincoln Library): Students needing help or just a quiet place to study can use the Homework Center. School age students welcome! 2:45-4:45pm, (916) 434-2410, 485 Twelve Bridges Dr., Lincoln. LEGO® Club (Granite Bay): Bring your mad Lego skills to the Granite Bay Library and let your imagination flow! Bricks are provided. 3rd Wednesday of each month: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. No reservation required. 6475 Douglas Blvd. Mother Goose on the Loose (Granite Bay): Nursery Rhymes & Musical Rhythms for babies from birth to two, Wednesdays: 10:30 - 11am. Granite Bay Library, 6475 Douglas Blvd.

Rockin’ Tots at Rockin’ Jump: Wednesdays from 9AM to 11AM. Holiday hours may apply. For more info: roseville. rockinjump.com Roseville Library Storytime: Ages 0 - 5. Parent participation is required. Held from 10:30-11am at the Martha Riley Community Library, Downtown Library, and the Maidu Library, Roseville, (916) 774-5221. Roseville Library Teens Create: Do you enjoy hanging out or exploring new things? Teens CREATE, a monthly program, gives you a chance to expand your creativity and try something new! For 12-18 year olds. Free. 4th Wednesday of each month, Downtown Roseville Library and Riley Library, from 3:30-5:30pm.

Saturdays

Rocklin, 916-624-3133. Roseville Library Storytime: Ages 5 & under. Join in the fun with stories, songs and puppets to encourage early literacy skills in young children. Seating is limited. Parent participation required. Free. 10:30-11am. Riley Library, and Maidu Library, Roseville, (916) 774-5221. Stroller Strides at The Fountains and Run Club at Maidu Park. For more info go to www.meetup.com/OurVillageFIT4MOMPlacer/ OR www.facebook.com/Fit4MomPlacer/ Time for Twos! (Granite Bay): For two-year-olds, Thursdays, 10:30 - 11am, Granite Bay Library, 6475 Douglas Blvd.

Sky Zone: Toddler Time from 9:30-11am. A time for your little ones to discover the joy of being active, bouncing under the supervision of their parents, and without interference from the big kids. Up to (1) Parent may join for free! AGES: Walking age - 6 years old. 1091 Tinker Rd. Ste 200, Rocklin, (916) 644-9966, www.skyzone.com.

XtremeCraze: Every Thursday for just $25 you can play unlimited laser tag from 5-9pm. (916) 259-2729, 6694 Lonetree Blvd, Rocklin.

Storytime (Rocklin): Storytime for ages 3 to 5, every Wednesday, 10:30am- 11am, Rocklin Library, 4890 Granite Dr., Rocklin, 916-624-3133.

BounceU: Preschool Playdate from 12:30-2pm. Reservations recommended. www.bounceu.com/rosevilleca/ or call (916) 783-4386 for more info.

Stroller Strides at Auburn Recreation Park, Stroller Barre at Maidu Park, Fit4Baby at Herself Moms Studio and Body Back at Herself Moms Studio. For more info go to www.meetup.com/OurVillage-FIT4MOMPlacer/ OR www. facebook.com/Fit4MomPlacer/

Family Night at Roller King: A family of 5 can get in for only $17, skate rental is extra, www.rollerkingroseville.com.

Thursdays BounceU: Bounce N Bubble from 9:30am-11am. Reservations recommended. www.bounceu.com/rosevilleca/ or call (916) 783-4386 for more info. Chick-fil-A: Story time from 9-10:30am, a special morning storytime, a fun activty and a special treat. 912 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville, (916) 773-5558. Family Night at La Provence: 2nd Thursday of every month join us for a family movie on our 9’ screen. The movie begins at 6pm. Children’s menu is always $4, movie is free, reservations required as seating is limited. 110 Diamond Creek Place, Roseville, 916-789-2002. Food Truck Mania!: Come out to Vernon Street and enjoy the monthly mobile food event on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Mobile food trucks are coordinated by SactoMoFo and are some of the best in the local area. From 5–8pm. Mother Goose on the Loose (Granite Bay): Nursery Rhymes & Musical Rhythms for babies from birth to two, Thursdays: 11:30 - 12pm. Granite Bay Library, 6475 Douglas Blvd. Mother Goose on the Loose (Lincoln): Interactive storytime for little ones 0-4 years old and their adults! There is marching, rhyming, singing, and more to help your little one learn and grow. Thursdays from 10:3011am and 11:30am-12pm. Advised to arrive 15 minutes early. (916) 434-2410, 485 Twelve Bridges Dr, Lincoln. Paws to Read(Granite Bay): Children are invited to polish their reading skills by reading for ten minutes each to a furry reading coach. Therapy Dogs provided by “Lend A Heart/ Lend A Hand Animal Assisted Therapy”: 3rd Thursday of each month. 3:30 - 4:30pm. Granite Bay Library, 6475 Douglas Blvd. Preschool Playgroup: Second Thursdays, 10am - noon. Inspire your child to be a future Planet Protector! Drop in on the 2nd Thursday of the month for FREE handson crafts, fun and discovery. Created specifically with preschoolers in mind, this program offers engaging and age appropriate activities introducing ways to care for our environment. Drop in free any time from 10:00 a.m. - noon, no registration necessary. Roseville Utility Exploration Center, call 916-746-1550 for more info. Romps & Rhymes (Rocklin): For 18 months-3 years. Thursdays, 10:30-11am, Rocklin Library, 4890 Granite Dr,

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Mothers Outlet Support Group: Mothers Outlet is a support group for new (0-1 year old) and soon-to-be mothers. Together you and your infant will participate in this exciting new adventure. Regardless of your background or preparation, you cannot anticipate all the changes that occur at this time in your life. Coming together in a group will provide you the opportunity to share, learn and grow. No pre-registration necessary. Drop-ins welcomed- Just show up! Friday’s from 9:30am11:30am, call (916) 887-4039 for assistance. Rockin’ Fridays at Rockin’ Jump: Rockin’ Fridays is our dedicated time for teens and tweens (ages 11-17) to mix and mingle with friends while jumping to today’s top hits from 8:00pm to 10pm with our guest DJ. Our price per jumper is $20 for 2 hours. For more info go to roseville. rockinjump.com. Skatetown: Skatetown hosts themed ice skating sessions regularly, featuring a live DJ, song requests, games, prizes, laser and disco light shows & more. It’s good clean fun for all ages. Select Fridays, please call for dates. 1009 Orlando Ave, Roseville, (916) 783-8550, www.skatetown.biz. Sky Zone: Toddler Time from 9:30-11am. A time for your little ones to discover the joy of being active, bouncing under the supervision of their parents, and without interference from the big kids. Up to (1) Walking age - 6 years old. 1091 Tinker Rd. Ste 200, Rocklin, (916) 6449966, www.skyzone.com. Storytime (Granite Bay): For ages 3 to 5, Fridays from 10:30 - 11am. Granite Bay Library, 6475 Douglas Blvd. Story Time Fridays! (Loomis): Children ages 0-5 are welcome to join us every Friday morning at 10:30 to explore the wonders of books and reading as we share exciting stories. A craft activity follows. Drop-in, no need to pre-register. Parent participation required. Stroller Strides at Auburn Recreation Park and Stroller Strides at Twin Oaks Park. For more info go to www. meetup.com/OurVillage-FIT4MOMPlacer/ OR www. facebook.com/Fit4MomPlacer/ Tiny Tumblers: Open play from 4:30-8pm. Ages 4 and under. Call 916-259-2516 for more info. Wee Read Baby Lapsit Storytime (Rocklin): For babies 0-24 months. Books, songs, rhymes, bounces and playtime: Fridays at 10:30-11:30am. Rocklin Library, 4890 Granite Dr, Rocklin, 916-624-3133. XtremeCraze: Buy one session of Laser Tag and 40 arcade tokens and we’ll give you a second Laser Tag session FREE every Friday. (916) 259-2729, 6694 Lonetree blvd., Rocklin.

Baby’s First Birthday Event at Babies R Us: Join us in store to celebrate this milestone with free activities, giveaways and inspiration for planning baby’s big day. Plus, meet local parents—and their babies, too! Baby’s First Birthday events are held on select Saturdays of the month! 1248 Galleria Blvd., Roseville, (916) 784-9741. Body Back at Diamond Oaks Park and Stroller Strides at Royer Park. For more info go to www.meetup.com/ OurVillage-FIT4MOMPlacer/ OR www.facebook.com/ Fit4MomPlacer/ Board at the Library: Bring your tabletop games, card games or classic board games for Board at the Library. Enjoy the meeting space to play your favorite games with your friends or learn how to play a new game. Every second Saturday at the Downtown Roseville Library from 10-5pm. Family Movie Night (Lincoln): Join us for FREE family friendly movies - Check the Library website for exact titles and dates! Doors open at 5:30pm, movie starts at 6pm at Twelve Bridges Library in Lincoln. Fireworks celebration at Squaw Valley: Firework show every Saturday through March 31. Plaza Bar will be open with a complimentary hot cocoa bar for the kids. All fireworks shows are weather and conditions permitting. Don’t miss out on free live music leading up to the fireworks show. 1960 Squaw Valley Rd., Olympic Valley. Home Depot Kids Workshop: First Saturday of each month, drop in between 9am – 12noon. Free for Kids 5 – 12. All Home Depot locations, Hands-on “How-To Workshops” designed for children. Lakeshore Learning: Free crafts for kids every Saturday 11am-3pm for ages 3 and up no reservation necessary. 1850 Douglas Blvd. Roseville, 916-774-4304. Lend a Heart/Read to a Dog Program (Loomis): 4th Saturday each month, Lend a Heart brings their sweet, therapy-trained dogs to the library so kids can practice their reading skills and build confidence with a kind, furry friend. 10:30-11:30am, (916) 824-2905, www.loomislibrary.org. Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic: Free for kids ages 5-12, All Lowe’s locations. Fun building projects for kids. Held Twice a month at 10:00am, must register online, www. lowes.com. Michael’s Kids Club: Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Just $2 per child ages 3 and up. All supplies included. Select Saturdays in Roseville. View their website for a current list of classes: www.michaels. com, or call (916) 789-2216. Night Out at the Museum: Every 3rd Saturday, enjoy art receptions and cultural presentations at these monthly evening events. Maidu Museum & Historic Site, 6:30pm8:30pm, 1970 Johnson Ranch Dr., Roseville. Parent Tot Playtime at Mike Shellito Pool: For children 6 and under and their parents/caregivers. 12-1pm. 10210 Fairway Drive Roseville, www.roseville.ca.us. Pokémon Club: Trade your cards, play your games, and explore all aspects of Pokémon. For kids ages 5-13, 2:30-4 p.m, 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month. Martha Riley Community Library, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville, (916) 774-5221. Read to A Dog (Lincoln): Third Saturday of Each Month, 3 - 4 pm. Come read to one of Lend a Heart, Lend a Hand’s Therapy Dogs! Studies have shown that reluctant readers often find success reading to dogs; whether your little one is a reluctant reader, is learning to read, or just wants to spend some time with a new four-legged friend, we’re sure that they’ll love our Read to a Dog program. (916) 4342410, 485 Twelve Bridges Dr., Lincoln. Rockin’ Saturdays at Rockin’ Jump: Our “All Ages” open jump night. Just $20 per jumper! 8-10pm every Saturday night! For more info go to roseville.rockinjump.com.

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Rockin’ Tots at Rockin’ Jump: Saturdays from 8-10am. Holiday hours may apply. The cost (Parent and 1 Child up to 6 years old) for 2 hours of jump time will be $15.00 and each additional child will cost only $3.00, for more info go to roseville.rockinjump.com. Roller King: Children’s Lesson & Session every Saturday. Mom Approved Music will be played. Lesson 9:3010:00am and session from 10:00-11:30 am. www. rollerkingroseville.com, 916-783-0918. Roseville Library Storytime: Visit the library to enjoy a storytime featuring classics and new stories. Ages 0 - 5. Parent participation required. Held at 10:30am at the Martha Riley Community Library, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd, Roseville, (916) 774-5221. Roseville Museum Day: Open free to the public on the first Saturdays of each month from 10am - 2pm. Carnegie Museum, 557 Lincoln Street and the Telephone Museum, 106 Vernon Street.

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Science Saturday (Granite Bay): 1st Saturday of every month, 10:00- 11:00 am at the Granite Bay Library, 6475 Douglas Blvd. Sky Zone: Character Toddler Time! We’ve teamed up with “The Fairy Godmother Events” to bring you Fairy Tale characters, Super Heroes, and Sci-Fi stars. Join us for sing-along story time, photos, superhero training, face-painting, dress-up, and so much more! Walking age - 6 years. Every other Saturday 8:30am - 10am. Call for dates. 1091 Tinker Rd. Ste 200, Rocklin, (916) 6449966, www.skyzone.com. Sierra Vista Community Center Flea Market: Come out and find some good buys and have a lot of fun! Community Flea Market at Sierra Vista Community Center every 3rd Saturday 8AM to 2PM. Sierra Vista Community Center, 55 School St., Colfax STEAM-O-torium (Rocklin): Ages 6-12, Investigate the world through hands-on science, math, & art experiments. Registration Required. 10:30-11:30 a.m., 3rd Saturday of each month. Rocklin Library, 4890 Granite Dr, Rocklin, 916-624-3133. Storytime at Barnes & Noble: Storytime and a fun activity every Saturday at 11am in the children’s section. 1256 Galleria Blvd., 916-788-4320. Strikes Bowling: Saturday 9AM – 12PM Early Bird Bowling $2.00 per game / $2.00 shoes. 5681 Lonetree Blvd. Rocklin, strikesrocklin.com, 916-626-3600. Tiny Tumblers: Open play from 9am-1pm. For ages 4 and under. Call 916-259-2516 for more details. XtremeCraze: Every Saturday for just $30 you can play unlimited laser tag from 6pm-Midnight. (916) 259-2729, 6694 Lonetree Blvd, Rocklin.

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Sundays AMF Rocklin Lanes: $2.50 Games, $2.50 Shoes every Sunday after 6pm. 2325 Sierra Meadows Dr. Rocklin, (916) 624-8216, www.amf.com/location/amf-rocklinlanes. Parent Tot Playtime at Mike Shellito Pool: For children 6 and under and their parents/caregivers. 11:30-1pm. 10210 Fairway Drive Roseville, www.roseville.ca.us. Pay What You Wish at The Crocker Art Museum: Sponsored by Western Health advantage, this program on the 3rd Sunday of each month, allows you to pay what you can afford. www.crockerart.org. Strikes Bowling: Sunday, 9AM – 12PM Early Bird Bowling $2.00 per game / $2.00 shoes. 5681 Lonetree Blvd. Rocklin, strikesrocklin.com, 916-626-3600.

February Bird and Bug Bonanza Saturday, February 3rd Drop in and explore the good, the bad and the buggy at this free family event. Enjoy fun activities as you get up close and personal with our local habitat. Follow rain down the drain and explore Cruddy Creek in our interactive creek crawl. Avoid oil, soap, dog poo and other pollutants that don’t belong in the water. Build your own birdhouse to provide a healthy home for local backyard birds. Join the Bug Squad to find out more about the insects that surround us every day and help keep our ecosystem healthy. Birdhouse building activity requires $10 materials fee. FREE. No registration required, held at Roseville Utility Exploration Center. For more information, call (916) 746-1550. 20th Annual Sacramento Museum Day Saturday, February 3rd Free admission & fun activities for all ages during Sacramento Museum Day. Grind acorns, make a beaded bracelet, try the scavenger hunt, and take a guided tour all for free. From 9am-4pm, Maidu Museum & Historic Site in Roseville. Fire Station #4 Open House Saturday, February 3rd Join the Roseville Coalition of Neighborhood Associations from 9am - 11am, as we open the doors to Roseville Fire Station 4 (1900 Eureka Road) for a Fire Station Open House! Families are invited to come and tour the fire station, ask the firefighters questions, and see firefighting equipment. This is a fun family event! www. rcona.org Moscow Festival Ballet Wednesday & Thursday, February 7th & 8th When he founded Moscow Festival Ballet in the late ‘80s, Sergio Radchenko — legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet — sought an independent Russian company built from the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi and Kirov Ballets. Now a Folsom favorite, Moscow Festival Ballet brings its exquisite dancers back to Stage One for performances of Swan Lake and Giselle. For tickets and more info visit www.harriscenter.net. Comedy Night Friday, February 9th Get ready to laugh! Come to Downtown Roseville for a one of a kind comedy night. Featuring headliner Preacher Lawson, from America’s Got Talent. Due to the nature and content of the event, only 18 years or older are admitted. Starts at 8pm. Roseville Theater, 241 Vernon St. Call (916) 772-PLAY for ticket information. Master Your Garden Workshop Saturday, February 10th Soil is the foundation of all things green, and this workshop will provide you with the tools you need to turn your dirt into healthy soil and give your garden life! Learn how healthy soil prevents pests, promotes drought tolerance and provides nutrients to your plants. Practice a hands-on soil type test and some mulching basics too. (Please bring a small plastic bag with a sample of your native soil, not topsoil.) Held at the Roseville Utility Exploration Center from 10am-12pm. Go to www.roseville.ca.us to register. Chocolate Lover’s Ball Saturday, February 10th Held at the Orchard Creek Lodge in Lincoln. Four course chocolate infused dinner. For more info and to get tickets go to: www.downtownlincolnca.com. 20th Annual Roseville Firefighters Crab Feed Saturday, February 10th We are looking forward to another great event as we celebrate our 20th year! All you can eat Dungeness Crab, Cajun Shrimp, Rigatoni, Green Salad. No host full bars – cocktails, craft beer and regional wines. Entertainment provided by MR DJ Event Services. Huge dance party, silent auction, raffle and other fun

activities. Starts at 5:30pm. The Grounds, 800 All American City Blvd., Roseville. Hike at Big Hill Preserves Saturday, February 10th Start your Saturday morning with a guided hike led by our trained docents at our beautiful Big Hill Preserves. You’ll see some great views from the top of Big Hill and learn a little about the local flora and fauna, our organization, and our mission to protect natural and agriculture land in Placer County for current and future generations. The Big Hill Preserves contain unusual rock formations, the gently flowing Raccoon Creek, and spectacular panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada foothills and Sacramento Valley. Begins at 9am. The hike will be approximately 4-5 miles, and may take 3-4 hours depending on the pace of the group and how many stops are made along the way. For more info visit www.placerlandtrust.org. Antiques & Vintage Sale Saturday & Sunday, February 10th & 11th This popular annual event features Western States’ exhibitors with an outstanding selection of Western Americana, Folk Art and Native American art; American and European furniture and furnishings; art pottery & glassware; sterling silver and silverplate flatware and holloware; vintage and estate jewelry, watches, accessories and coins; tools, militaria and sporting; toys, dolls, linens and textiles; paper collectibles and repurposed, refurbished and upcycled. Held at the Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn. Taste of Chocolate Sunday, February 11th Come enjoy Old Town Auburn as the aroma of brown gold wafts through the air. The 12th Annual Taste of Chocolate will offer visitors a chance to explore our old town merchants and try a taste of chocolate at each stop. Some merchants will also be offering dessert wine along with the sweet treats. You might even find yourself the object of affection as the Sugar Plump Fairies roam the streets seeking smooches and hugs. Bring a loved one and experience the Taste of Chocolate. 12-3pm. Winter Celebration Sunday, February 11th High Hand Gallery’s 10th Anniversary Celebration from 12-3pm. High Hand Gallery, 3750 Taylor Road, Loomis. Into The Woods Sunday, February 11th, 18th, and 25th Underground Theatre Company/6 Players Studio Theatre does it again with yet another interactive musical while you dine at House of Oliver…“Into the Woods”! “Into the Woods” is one of Sondheim’s most popular works. This powerhouse Broadway musical brings together Grimm Fairy Tales, spins them on their head and intertwines them to create a rare modern classic. This production contains mature content which may not be appropriate for ages younger than 15. Showtimes are 1pm and 6pm. For tickets and more info visit www.6playerstheatre.com or call 916-425-1332. Preschool Playgroup - Wastewater Tuesday, February 13th Inspire your child to be a future Planet Protector! Drop in on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for free handson crafts, fun and discovery. Created specifically with preschoolers in mind, this program offers engaging and age appropriate activities introducing ways to care for our environment. FREE. Drop in any time from 10am - noon, no registration necessary. Roseville Utility Exploration Center from 10am-12pm. Valentine’s Day Sunset Snowshoe Tour Wednesday, February 14th Bundle up with a companion for a special Valentine’s Day guided snowshoe tour! Meet at the Cross Country Ski Center at 5:15 p.m. (5 p.m. if you need to borrow equipment). Tour departs at 5:30 p.m. prompt and returns by 7:30 p.m. Cost $49 adult. $30 kids 12 and under. Please reserve your spot(s) at least 24 hours in advance. Space is limited. Tahoe Donner Cross Country Ski Center, 15275 Alder Creek Rd., Truckee.

Valentine’s Parents Night Out At BounceU Wednesday, February 14th Looking for an activity for the kids so you can go on a date night? The kids can get 3 hours of entertainment while you head out on your own! They’ll be bouncing, game playing, crafting and eating. Ages 4-11. Space is limited. Call 916-783-4386 to reserve & pay. Disney on Ice: Follow Your Heart Thursday, February 15th - Sunday, February 19th For more info and to buy tickets visit www.golden1center. com. Little Mermaid Jr. Friday, February 16th - Saturday, February 24th Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. Roseville Theatre Arts Academy, 241 Vernon St, Roseville, (916) 772-2777, www. rosevilletheatreartsacademy.com. Kid-O-Rama Saturday, February 17th - Saturday, February 24th Squaw Valley & Alpine Meadows comes alive in February with a week-long kid’s extravaganza. Kid-O-Rama offers non-stop fun for kids of all ages. As part of Kid-O-Rama, kids can check out the Big Truck Event featuring fire trucks, snowplows, and grooming machines, as well as street parties and kids’ concerts, an all-kid game & craft room and many more events! For a list of daily events go to squawalpine.com. Storytime at the Station Monday, February 19th Join us at the Rocklin Police Department with Friends of the Library, as they have a “New Book” story time! Come enjoy the Placer County Library’s newest additions to their collection. A station tour will follow storytime. Best suited for those entering kindergarten through 3rd grade. Light + Life Fundraising Dinner Thursday, February 22nd Enjoy a night out… with free childcare! Sierra Pregnancy + Health (SPH) is hosting their annual Light + Life Fundraising Dinner to help support their services throughout 2018. Enjoy fabulous cuisine catered by Randy Peters Catering and free, on-site childcare for an uninterrupted evening of giving at The Falls Event Center in Roseville. For available sponsorship opportunities, please email Brooke at brooke@sierraph.org for more info. For tickets, visit www.sierraph.org/events. SPH administers multiple community programs including free early detection pregnancy testing and confirmation, ultrasound, prenatal education, pregnancy and life skills training, provision of resources for mothers and infants, nutrition and parenting education, mentoring for expectant parents, and STD/ STI screening and treatment. SPH provides medical care to those who often have been unable to receive services through their primary care provider. Thoroughly Modern Millie Friday, February 23rd - Sunday, March 4th Stand Out Talent, 417 Vernon Street in Roseville. For tickets please go to www.standouttalent.org or call (916) 837-7469. My Son Pinocchio Friday, February 23rd - Sunday, March 4th For tickets and more info please go to: www. rocklintheatre.org or call (916) 740-6229. City of Rocklin’s 125th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, February 24th Quarry Park will be the venue of a city-wide celebration including live music, food trucks, historic displays, a possible preview of Quarry Park Adventures and much more. This party will be one for the books! Held from 11am - 3pm.

6th Annual Steampunk Bazaar Saturday, February 24th FREE Admission and Parking! Open to the public, family friendly & time travelers from all eras are welcome! The theme of this bazaar is “Steampunk” but anything handmade, creative, vintage, antique, nostalgic or retro-future genre influenced by science fiction, wild west, fantasy, pirates, and neo-victorian aesthetics may be available. This years the bazaar will have over fifty vendors, from the northern California area, with a diverse selection of merchandise and crafts for the public to view, admire and purchase. 10:30am to 4:30pm, 1250 Howe Ave, Suite 3A, Sacramento. Lost Trail Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk Saturday, February 24th The Lost Trail Half Marathon is a scenic single track trail race along the shoreline of Folsom Lake and also offers a 5K Trail Run as well. Granite Beach, Folsom Lake SRA, Granite Bay. For more info please visit totalbodyfitness. com. Dublin Irish Dance Wednesday, February 28th Through favorite Irish melodies, traditional steps and Celtic instrumentals, Dublin Irish Dance’s production of Stepping Out tells a story of the Irish Immigration to America after the Great Famine of the mid-1800s. Greeted by diverse cultures and rich traditions from around the globe, the new Irish emigrants congregate in dance gatherings where ancient Irish melodies fuse with African rhythms, creating American tap dance and early roots music. Stepping Out celebrates the incredible evolution of Irish traditional dance and music, showcasing the new pioneers who will define the new standard of Traditional Irish music and dance. For tickets and more info visit www.harriscenter.net.

March North Lake Tahoe Snowfest Thursday, March 1st - Saturday, March 10th Every spring since 1982, North Lake Tahoe comes alive with 10 fun-filled days and nights, jam packed with events and activities for all ages. This year, the annual favorites will be back, along with a host of great new ones! On and off the mountain, at North Tahoe’s numerous resorts and vibrant lake side neighborhoods, there’s something for everyone. www.tahoesnowfestival.com Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour Friday, March 2nd Take a shower. Wash your clothes. Flush the toilet. You know where water comes from, but where does it all go? Join us for an insider’s look at how it all happens. This free tour provides a behind-the-scenes look at the millions of gallons of water our Wastewater Utility handles every day. Follow the processes that make the system so reliable and learn how we keep the environment and Roseville residents safe. Tour length is about one (1) mile. Minimum age requirement – 12 years old. FREE. Registration required, go to: www.roseville. ca.us or call (916) 746-1550. Moms Club of Roseville West Quarter Craze Auction and Vendor Faire Friday, March 2nd Moms Club of Roseville West is holding a fundraiser to benefit Stand Up Placer, a local non-profit organization that provides supportive services and transitional housing for domestic abuse survivors and their families. Sun City Timber Creek Ballroom, 7050 Dell Webb Blvd, in Roseville from 6-9pm. Cost: $10 in advance / $15 in advance https://www.facebook.com/events/916402911852128/. Just Between Friends Kids Consignment Sale Friday, March 2nd - Sunday, March 4th This is a great event to buy and sell kids clothing. You can register to sell or just show up ready to buy! 1091 Tinker Rd. Rocklin, www.roseville.jbfsale.com.

Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story Friday, March 2nd - Sunday, March 4th Now in its 27th incredible year, the “World’s Most Successful Rock ‘n’ Roll Musical” continues to thrill audiences on tour around the world where it’s been seen by over 22 million. Buddy tells the story of Buddy Holly through his short yet spectacular career, and features the classic songs “Peggy Sue,” “That’ll Be The Day,” “Not Fade Away,” “Oh Boy,” Ritchie Valens’ “La Bamba,” The Big Bopper’s “Chantilly Lace,” and many more! Before the Beatles or Stones ever played a note, popular music was forever changed by the bespectacled kid from Lubbock, Texas. His story explodes onto the stage in a toe-tapping, hand-clapping extravaganza which will have you “Up and dancing in the Aisles”! For tickets and more info visit www. harriscenter.net. Barefoot in the Park Friday, March 2nd - Sunday, March 17th Performances at the General Gomez Arts and Events Center, 808 Lincoln Way in Auburn. 7:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00pm on Saturdays (excluding March 3) and Sundays. placercommunitytheater.org Imagination Movers Sunday, March 4th The Emmy-award winning Imagination Movers are bringing their interactive, family-friendly rock concert to Sacramento, California along with some high-flying (toilet paper that is), smoke ring-skying (can you say, “Vortex”) and new song stylings for everyone to enjoy. Come spend an amazing and truly interactive Sunday with your family and the Movers as they play all your favorites at the Colonial Theatre, starting at 2 pm (doors open at 1 pm), 3522 Stockton Ave., Sacramento. For tickets and more info visit imaginationmovers.com. Parsons Dance, From New York City Tuesday, March 6th With remarkable athleticism and stunning ensemble work, Parsons Dance brings exuberance, joy and passion to the stage, flawlessly fusing the movements of modern dance with the precision of a classical dance company. Founded in 1985 by Artistic Director David Parsons (who the New York Times calls “one of the great movers of modern dance”) and Tony Award-winning lighting designer Howell Binkley, the New York City-based company is today internationally recognized as one of the world’s leading modern dance companies. For tickets and more info visit www.harriscenter.net. Rockin’ Road to Dublin Wednesday, March 7th Rockin’ Road to Dublin is the new sensation that combines the art of an Irish dance show, the power of a rock concert, all with the finish of a Broadway theatrical production. Starring World Champion Irish dancers Scott Doherty and Ashley Smith, Rockin’ Road to Dublin is a must-see spectacle that Irish Dancing Magazine calls “World-Class.” For tickets and more info visit www.harriscenter.net. Seussical Friday, March 9th - Saturday, March 24th “Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ bestloved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Roseville Theatre Arts Academy, 241 Vernon St., Roseville, (916) 772-2777, www. rosevilletheatreartsacademy.com. Edibles and Herbs Gardening Workshop Saturday, March 10th Let’s get growing…so we can eat! Looking forward to a successful, year-round harvest? Let us help you reap what you sow. This workshop will cover when to plant, irrigation essentials and seasonal considerations. With your own herb garden growing right outside, you’ll always have the right ingredients waiting for you to make your meals special. $6 Roseville residents / $8 non-residents. Registration required. Roseville Utility Exploration Center, for more information, call (916) 746-1550. 9th Annual Friends of CASA High Tea Saturday, March 10th We look forward each year to raising money for the most vulnerable in our community and celebrating those caring individuals who want to help. The event included a fashion

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show for all ages, a hat parade, a silent auction and raffle, and a wonderful camaraderie and entertainment. Held at the Falls Event Center in Roseville. For more information visit www.casaplacer.org St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland Thursday, March 15th The producer of An Irish Christmas and An Irish Hooley offers Folsom an authentic St. Patrick’s Day celebration, with “rip-roaring music, song, and dance...a great Irish night” (Irish News & Entertainment). This treat for the whole family features champion dancer Connor Reider (The Chieftains; Celtic Fyre), plus the Kerry Voice Squad & Traditional Band. Together, they’ll transport you to the Emerald Isle; you’ll leave Stage One with a jig in your step. For tickets and more info visit www. harriscenter.net. Dirty Cello at the Acoustic Den Friday, March 16th From China to Italy, and all over the U.S., Dirty Cello brings the world a high energy and unique spin on blues and bluegrass. Led by vivacious cross-over cellist, Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never heard before. From down home blues with a wailing cello to virtuosic stompin’ bluegrass, Dirty Cello is a band that gets your heart thumping and your toes tapping! theacousticdencafe.com, 10271 Fairway Dr., Ste 120, Roseville, at 7pm, (916) 412-8739. Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul and Mary Saturday, March 17th & Sunday, March 18th The iconic folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary made music together for nearly 50 years. In this intimate evening of song and reflection, Peter and Paul remember their enduring anthems of social change including “If I Had a Hammer” and “Puff the Magic Dragon,” the historic impact they had upon the world of civil liberties, and the woman who completed their triforce of positivity, Mary Travers. For tickets and more info visit www. harriscenter.net. Treasure Island Friday, March 24th An action-packed, fun-filled tale of piracy, a mysterious treasure map, and a host of characters with bad intentions who meet their match and are foiled in their attempts. As seen through the eyes of Jim Hawkins, the cabin boy of the Hispaniola, this thrilling Robert Louis Stevenson adventure tells of a perilous sea journey across the Spanish Main, a mutiny led by the infamous Long John Silver, a scramble for buried treasure on an exotic isle, and the message that good wins over evil every time. Ideal for grades 3-7. For tickets and more info visit www.harriscenter.net. 2018 Roseville Young Playwright’s Festival Sunday, March 25th Showcase of winners. Begins at 1pm. Roseville Theatre Arts Academy, 241 Vernon St., Roseville, (916) 7722777, www.rosevilletheatreartsacademy.com.

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Amazing Grace Thursday, March 29th - Sunday, April 1st The awe-inspiring true story behind the world’s most beloved song — captured in a Broadway musical. “The hymn, which many associate with the civil rights movement, was written in the 18th century by an Englishman who worked in the slave-trading business. Curious to know more?” (New York Times). Torn between following in the footsteps of his father — a slave trader — or embracing the more compassionate views of his childhood sweetheart, John Newton embarks on a perilous voyage on the high seas, accompanied by his slave, Thomas. That journey finds John in his darkest hour, a transformative moment of self-reckoning that inspires a blazing anthem of hope. “Inspirational, beautiful, emotional, exhilarating” (Associated Press). For tickets and more info visit www. harriscenter.net. Acton Academy Children’s Business Fair Friday, March 30th Students from Acton Academy Placer will be setting up booths where they will showcase their very own start-ups! They will develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy,

and then open their doors to the community for a one day marketplace. From 9:00-12:00, at Johnson-Springview Park in Rocklin. If you’d like more information on the fair, please visit www. childrensbusinessfair.org/rocklin. Musical Robot Saturday, March 31st This duo combines songs, storytelling, puppetry and out of this world dance moves for the whole family to enjoy. Free. Maidu Community Center, open to all ages. Held from 1-2pm.

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California autism community. FEAT is dedicated to effective treatment for all individuals with autism. Held at Maidu Community Park. 8-9am: Registration CheckIn, 9am: Kick Off Rally, 9:30am: 2k Fun Walk (on paved nature path), 10am to Noon: Spring Carnival & Raffle. For more info visit: walk.feat.org. Tahoe-Truckee Earth Day Celebration Saturday, April 21st Celebrate the Earth and join Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows for the largest eco-event in the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee area. Truckee Tahoe Earth Day gives participants the opportunity to learn about earthfriendly practices including recycling, composting, alternative energy and sustainability. A diverse array of agency representatives and earth friendly vendors will be present to help participants learn more about how they can reduce their ecological footprint. Squaw Valley Resort, 1960 Squaw Valley Rd., Olympic Valley.

Just Between Friends Kids Consignment Sale Friday, April 6th - Sunday, April 8th This is a great event to buy and sell kids clothing. You can register to sell or just show up ready to buy! www. roseville.jbfsale.com. 5209-B Luce Avenue, McClellan Park.

FREE Entrance Day to All National Parks Saturday, April 21st Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Go to www.nps.gov to plan your visit!

Winterwondergrass Tahoe Friday, April 6th - Sunday, April 8th WinterWonderGrass Tahoe returns for 3 days of worldclass Bluegrass/Acoustic Roots music on four stages, California and Nevada craft breweries and beer tasting all under the snow covered peaks at Squaw Valley. It’s going to be an epic weekend bringing together those who love music, mountains and a good time. For more info visit www.squawalpine.com.

Yomen: A Spring Celebration Saturday, April 28th Celebrate and experience California Indian culture: dance groups, traditional art and craft demonstrations, guided tours, storytelling, children’s activities and craft fair. Food and beverages available for sale. Rain or Shine. 10am-2pm, Maidu Museum & Historic Site, Free!

Wake Up and Read Saturday, April 14th Calling all library lovers! Enjoy a yummy pancake breakfast with your family, make crafts and enjoy a storytime. Part of National Library Week. Preregistration required. Fee: $10 participants (2 years +), $5 participants (under 2 years). 8:30am-11am, at the Maidu Community Center. Wine Down Wednesday Wednesday, April 18th Enjoy primo vino this spring at Wine Down Wednesday which features live music and wine tastings in partnership with local vintners. Sample some delicious wines, rent a cabana for you and your friends and have a relaxing evening! 5:30 - 7:30pm at the downtown square in Roseville. Friday Flicks Friday, April 20th Grab a blanket and lawn chair to enjoy movies under the stars! Come to Friday Flicks to spend the evening watching a movie with the whole family. Movie playing: Boss Baby (PG): A suit-wearing, briefcase-carrying baby pairs up with his 7 year old brother to stop the dastardly plot of the CEO of Puppy Co. Held in Vernon Street Square, for more info go to: roseville.ca.us/ events. Brighton Beach Memoirs Friday, April 20th - Sunday, April 29th Meet Eugene Jerome and his family, fighting the hard times and sometimes each other - with laughter, tears, and love. It is 1937 in Brooklyn during the heart of the Depression. Fifteen-year-old Eugene Jerome lives in Brighton Beach with his family. He is witty, perceptive, and forever fantasizing his baseball-diamond triumphs as star pitcher for the New York Yankees. Roseville Theatre Arts Academy, 241 Vernon St, Roseville, (916) 772-2777, www.rosevilletheatreartsacademy.com. Footloose Friday, April 20th - Sunday, April 29th Stand Out Talent, 417 Vernon Street in Roseville. For tickets please go to www.standouttalent.org or call (916) 837-7469. FEAT Walk & Spring Carnival Saturday, April 21st Families for Early Autism Treatment - FEAT is a nonprofit volunteer driven organization serving the Northern

Lincoln Wine Festival Saturday, April 28th Lincoln Rotary sponsors the very popular walk-about wine tasting event featuring Placer County wineries in Downtown Lincoln retail locations paired with delicious food from Lincoln restaurants. Check in at Beermann Plaza and then stroll through the unique shops and restaurants while you taste award-winning wine. Beermann Plaza, 640 Fifth St, Lincoln from 1-5:30pm. Run 4 Roseville Schools Sunday, April 29th A community gathering to raise funds for RCSD. Held at Maidu Regional Park. 5K, 1 miile, 100 meter and Principals Dash. For more info please visit rcsdfoundation.org.

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Casa Kidz

2-5 years

Monday, Thursday, Friday: 8am - 3pm Tuesday, Wednesday: 8am 1:30pm

Casa Kidz is a professional, home-based preschool that provides children ages two-five with safe, creative, nurturing and fun educational experiences. Located 100 meters from Rocklin Sierra Elementary.

(916) 626-4878 www.casakidz.com Tiverton Court, Rocklin

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Kara’s Kids

0-5 years

6:30am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday

Kara’s Kids is a family operated licensed and insured facility with CPR and Health and Safety certifications. We provide a fun, caring, safe, clean, and secure environment where the kids enjoy playing, learning, crafts and interacting with each other. Kara’s Kids always has a full supply of healthy food for breakfast, lunch, and snacks that are included.

916-624-4223

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State of CA, Dept of Social Services Facilty # 313621717

License# 313620070

916-704-5272 Call or Text Rocklin

D-Diapers Okay L-Lunch P-Parent participation T-Traditional school year A-After-school program S-Summer program

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