Summer 2016

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Youth Empowerment & Leadership Conference 2015

A safe, fun place where teens tap in to their true potential!

Chop’s Teen Club* 509 Adams St., Santa Rosa CA* (707)284-2467* www.chopsonline.com

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Note from Program/Events Director, Melissa Stewart We are excited to introduce the Summer 2016 Activity Guide!

Please take some time to look at the activities and mark your calendar for the ones you would like to participate in. Summer is a season full of fun things to do like Water Days, Field Trips, & Events. You can come into Chop’s or register online. We do our best to cover a wide range of interests and keep the costs low so everyone can participate. This includes our membership. We require that the minimum of $1 is paid for the annual membership, but encourage those who can afford more to consider paying more. Remember to save the date for our Open House on June 11th and July 28th for our Art Gala.

Please feel free to call anytime!

Melissa 284-2467 x17

Membership Information:  Chop’s membership is open to Santa Rosa youth in 7th-12th grades.  You must become a Chop’s Teen Club member to participate in Chop’s activities (except for dances and special events).  To become a member, complete the Member Form with a parent or guardian signature, show a valid student ID and pay $1.00 (or more if you can afford it!)  You will receive a Chop’s Member Card that you must bring with you to get into Chop’s for drop-in and planned activities.

Summer Drop-In Hours: Middle School: Mon. - Sat. 12-7 PM

High School: Mon.-Thur. 12-7 PM Fri.-Sat. 12-10 PM

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Chop’s Teen Club Staff List Phone Number: (707) 284-2467 Staff:

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Diana Curtin, Executive Director Koy Stewart, Operations & IT Director Melissa Stewart, Program & Events Director Lisa Alexander, Marketing & Communications Director Brenda Russell, Finance Manager Ananda Sweet, Program & Outreach Manager Sierra Castillo, Development Associate Shannon Hagler, Program Associate & Supervisor Andrew McKenzie, Music & Recording Specialist Brodie Cumming, Music & Recording Specialist Gabe Hirsh, College, Career & Youth Sports Coordinator Heidi Hebein, Café & Culinary Coordinator Maggie Kirk, Art Studio Coordinator Taylor Krenwinkel, Program & Club 509 Coordinator Adam Carra, Tech Specialist & Supervisor Alex Grill, Café Assistant Gary LaBonte, Art Specialist Hayly Peacock, Lobby Assistant Ian Hutchinson, Café Assistant Robert Power, Youth Sports Assistant Sonja Roberts, Art Specialist Soojin Paek, Tech Lounge & Art Specialist Summer Mayne, Supervisor & Lobby Assistant Taylor Fatherree, Supervisor

Closed on: 7/4 Closed early at 6 PM for dances on: 6/11, 6/17, 7/9 & 8/13 Closed early at 6 PM for All Staff Meetings: 6/14, 7/12, & 8/9

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Table of Contents Membership Information and Hours

2

Staff List and Extensions

3

Art

6-10

Club 509

11-13

Open House

13

Culinary

14-16

Music and Recording

17-19

Special Interest

20-22

Honored Members

21

Sports and Fitness

23-26

Tech Lounge

27-28

Workforce & Community Service

29-33

Chop’s Donor Recognitions

34-35

Register for Activities Online! www.chopsonline.com     

Click the Member Login button along the top of the home page When you signed up as a Chop’s member, you were assigned a username & password. If you have lost or forgotten it, please call 284-2467.

Once you log-in, you can search for activities by name, by activity number found in this guide or by category in the activities tab.

Start adding activities to your “cart”.

You can select multiple activities by clicking add to cart & continue shopping or proceed to check out.

Please feel free to call if you need help or have any questions.

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Art Studio

For more info, call 707-284-2467 or log on to www.chopsonline.com

Chop’s Art Studio exposes teen members to a wide range of creative activities and opportunities. Through open studio time, workshops and classes, teens experience art disciplines such as hand built and wheel thrown ceramics, sewing and knitting, painting, drawing and construction.

The Art Studio staff members are always available for help with projects. We are dedicated to promoting a vast variety of affordable activities that foster creativity in a fun, artistic atmosphere.

Activity Name: Fine Art, Drawing & Painting Description: Learn painting techniques with Gary & Sonja as you explore how to plan and paint an acrylic, watercolor or mixed media piece. Learn to mix colors and which brush works best for each effect.

You'll get to know the process, materials and elements of fine art. Learn to draw and shade, the concepts of perspective drawing, how to create intricate Zentangles with pencils and markers, and so much more.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 6

Aug. 29

1 PM

6 PM

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Activity Name: Mixed Media Art Description: Enjoy crafting with Sonja on Tuesdays. Make stamps for cards, bend wire into fun shapes, build beautiful mosaic pieces, create corkboards to display your photos, make duct tape wallets, or try craft stick building, origami, collage or soap carving. We are always experimenting with new ideas and projects!

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 7

Aug. 30

1 PM

6 PM

Tu

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Art Gala Thursday, July 28th 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Join us for our 7th Annual Juried Art Gala featuring teen art created during our Summer Side By Side Artist Series Judges include Bill Gittins, Sonoma County Artist of Land, Water & Sky

Kristen Madsen, Director, Creative Sonoma Lisa Wittke Schaffner, Executive Director of The John Jordan Foundation Enjoy appetizers and music prepared by our teens.

This free event is open to the public.

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Activity Name: Ceramics Description: Join our ceramics instructor Maggie on Wednesdays, and learn basic to intermediate clay techniques in wheel throwing, hand building, and glazing. We have clay, tools, two wheels, a kiln to fire the clay, and glazes to help you create amazing pieces. Challenge your creativity as you design and complete beautiful pottery pieces.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 8

Aug. 31

1 PM

6 PM

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Activity Name: Manga & Cartooning Description: Join Soojin in the Art Studio and create your own comic books, characters and illustrations! Design and develop characters and narrative artwork with basic drawing techniques, cartooning, visual storytelling tutorials, and more. Become an illustrator and tell awesome stories in your own style.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 10

Aug. 26

1 PM

6 PM

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Activity Name: Sew, Knit & Explore Description: Join Sonja & Gary to learn basic machine sewing, how to make quilted pillows, small blankets, carry-all bags, clothing and so much more. Learn to knit scarves, crochet potholders or design your own piece. No experience necessary for machine or hand sewing. We have sewing machines, fabric, yarn and needles, plus all the sundries you'll need.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 11

Aug. 27

1 PM

6 PM

Sa

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Summer Side By Side Artist Series The 2016 Summer Artist Series features an impressive line up of workshops. Local artists will work side by side with students/members to create amazing works of art that will be showcased in Chop’s 7th annual Art Gala on July 28th from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Activity Name: Wire Art Description: Bend your way into the art world. Join wire artist Bob Ankers in exploring line, shape and form with wire as an art form. Learn how to bend, shape and curve wire to create sculptures, wall hangings and more. See how light and shadow become part of the art. Select pieces will be showcased at Chop's Art Gala on July 28th.

Cost: $60.00 Act. #

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Jun. 20

Jun. 24

3 PM

6 PM

Jun. 13

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Activity Name: Welding Workshop Description: Join metal and kinetic sculptors Klaus Rappensperger, Joey Castor and Jimmy Hughes in this popular welding class to learn metal fabrication. These fun, local artists will lead you through the design and welding process. Bring your creative ideas to fabricate decorative art or functional pieces. The sky's the limit on what you can create! You'll work with metal using a torch, grinders and saws. Select pieces will be showcased at Chop's Art Gala on July 28th.

Cost: $70.00 Act. #

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Jun. 27

Jul. 1

2 PM

6 PM

Jun. 20

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Activity Name: Glass Fusion Description: Learn the art of fused glass with artist Gale Bongiovanni.

You will explore using pieces of glass, frit, paint and other elements to create a design to be fused together. Finished projects may be jewelry, small plates, bowls, candle holders and ornaments. Select pieces will be showcased at Chop's Art Gala on July 28th.

Cost: $70.00 Act. #

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Jul. 5

Jul. 8

3 PM

6 PM

Jun. 28

Tu - F

Activity Name: Encaustic Beeswax Painting Description: In this ancient painting technique you will use melted beeswax, damar resin and pigments to create exciting, luminous paintings. Barbara Kelley, a painter and printmaker, will teach you all of the basics, including how to mix the wax and pigment and fuse each layer of wax to a hardboard surface. You will also create encaustic monotypes on paper. You will learn how to use your drawings, symbols and mark making, photographs and found objects in your encaustic paintings. Select pieces will be showcased at Chop's Art Gala on July 28th.

Cost: $60.00 Act. #

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Jul. 11

Jul. 15

3 PM

6 PM

Jul. 5

M-F

Congratulations to our Honored Employees!

Sonja Roberts Art Specialist

Ian Hutchinson CafĂŠ Assistant

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Club 509

Chop’s Club 509 is the hottest teen night club in town! It includes a spacious dance floor with club lighting for a party-like atmosphere, and an incredible sound system.

Enjoy movies, dances, band nights and so much more.

The cafĂŠ is open for members to purchase drinks, meals and tasty treats during drop-in hours and events.

M = Member, NM = Non Member

Activity Name: Chop's Champion Description: Join us on the first and third Friday of each month to test your skills and have fun competing with other Chop's members.

Participate in different tournaments including a variety of sports, sumo suit challenges, video games, pool and ping pong. Make it to the top of the bracket and win a prize.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 3

Aug. 19

4 PM

6 PM

F

Activity Name: Social Dance Description: Open to 7th-12th graders. Join Nordquist Junior Dance instructors on the second Saturday of each month for a 30 minute social dance lesson. Have fun with your friends dancing under the Chop's night club lights. Learn the Cha-Cha, Swing, Waltz, Rumba, Tango, Salsa, Night Club Two-Step and much more! Semi-formal attire including appropriate dance shoes and a valid school or Chop's ID is required.

Cost: M: $7.00 NM: $10.00 Act. #

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Jun. 11

Aug. 13

7 PM

10 PM

Sa

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Activity Name: Summer Nights Dance Description: School is out, let's celebrate for summer! Dance the night away to Top 40 music, hang with your friends, play a game of pool or grab a snack from the Chop's Cafe. This dance is open for students in 7th through 8th grades. Incoming 7th graders through newly graduated 8th graders are welcome to attend. Valid school or Chop's ID required.

Cost: M: $7.00 NM: $10.00 Act. #

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9051

Jun. 17

7 PM

10 PM

F

Activity Name: Movie Night Description: Join us on the third Saturday night of each month to enjoy a fun movie. You can vote on which movie we watch. The cafĂŠ will be open for tasty treats, including popcorn and drinks. Bring a friend and get a FREE soda! This event is for high school members only.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 18

Aug. 20

7 PM

10 PM

Sa

Activity Name: Tonight Show Games Description: Join us every fourth Friday to play Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show games. Every month we'll re-create his classics like, Face Balls, Box of Lies, Wheel of Impressions & Lip Sync Battles. We will send Jimmy video of our best games & hope to be featured on the show!

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 24

Aug. 26

6 PM

7 PM

F

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Activity Name: Movie Marathons Description: We have all day on fourth Saturdays to watch our favorites in Club 509. With surround sound, giant movie screen and crystal clear projector, you'll think you're in a movie theatre! From start to finish we'll watch the movie series of members' choice.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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9040

Jun. 25

Aug. 27

1 PM

7 PM

Sa

Activity Name: Live Music Night Description: Join us for Club 509's Live Music Night and share your musical talents and enjoy listening to live music. From solo acts to full bands, Club 509 has all you need to put on a great show. We have a great sound system, stage, lights and drum riser. Contact Taylor Krenwinkel, our Program & Club 509 Coordinator to set up your time to shine! 707-284-2467 x22 or taylork@chopsonline.com * Third Friday of July & August Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jul. 15

Aug. 19

6 PM

8 PM

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Chop’s Open House Saturday, June 11 1:00– 4:00 p.m.

FRE E!

Bring your friends and join us for a BBQ from 1-3 pm.

Enjoy Karaoke and the Rock Wall! Activities will be provided in the Art Studio, Tech Lounge, Gym and Recording Studio!

Parent consent is needed for the Rock Wall.

Go to www.chopsonline.com to download form.

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Culinary Chop’s commercially graded Teaching Kitchen and Espresso Bar boasts an impressive array of equipment and tools necessary for culinary and barista instruction.

Culinary students become familiar in the kitchen, can learn to operate an espresso machine, learn basic meal and drink preparation, and how to cook and serve as part of our catering crew. Students can also learn employable skills.

Activity Name: Appetizers Description: Summertime offers a bounty of freshly grown herbs, fruits and vegetables. In this series of classes, we will use numerous varieties and learn different techniques to create dishes that are perfect to share at picnics, barbeques and outdoor parties, yum!

Cost: $15.00 Act. #

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8967

Dip It!

Jun. 3

4 PM

6 PM

May. 31

F

8968

Fancy Bites

Jun. 10

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 6

F

8969

Finger Foods

Jun. 17

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 13

F

8970

Fried Bites

Jun. 24

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 20

F

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Thank you Redwood Credit Union for providing the Financial Literacy portion for our Awesome Pretzel Cart Work Ready Program

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Activity Name: Grilling Description: Join us for the popular summer cooking tradition of grilling & barbequing. In this series we will learn how to properly handle and cook chicken, beef, pork, fish and vegetables, using both a propane and charcoal grill. We will also put together the perfect side dish to enjoy with our culinary feast, which we will enjoy at the end of each class.

Cost: $15.00 Act. #

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Date

Start Time

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8971

BBQ Veggies

Jul. 1

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 27

F

8972

BBQ Fish

Jul. 8

4 PM

6 PM

Jul. 5

F

8973

BBQ Pork

Jul. 15

4 PM

6 PM

Jul. 11

F

8974

BBQ Chicken

Jul. 22

4 PM

6 PM

Jul. 18

F

8975

BBQ Steak

Aug. 5

4 PM

6 PM

Aug. 1

F

Activity Name: Summer Sweets Description: In the first of this three part series we'll learn how to grill fresh fruit, in the second class we will make a delicious pie from scratch, and in the third class we will put a new spin on S'mores. You can sign up for each class individually or sign up for all three!

Cost: $15.00 Act. #

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Grilled Fruit

Aug. 12

4 PM

6 PM

Aug. 8

F

8977

Summer Time Pie

Aug. 19

4 PM

6 PM

Aug. 15

F

8978

Something S’mores

Aug. 26

4 PM

6 PM

Aug. 22

F

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Music & Recording Studio Chop’s Music and Recording Studio offers a creative atmosphere to foster many musical interests. Try out your favorite instruments, learn to play a new one, or produce your own beats. Members have access to drums, guitars, keyboards and more. We have something for everyone! *Call for information on renting the Recording Studio.

Activity Name: Song Writing Description: Learn more about music! We'll teach you all you need to know about guitar playing techniques and music theory by watching videos, having discussions, and writing songs together. The information will be presented in clear, easy to understand language. With classes for both beginning and advanced students, everyone will improve on their song writing skills.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 1

Aug. 29

1 PM

5 PM

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Activity Name: Group Instruction Description: Sign up for time slots of focused music instruction in a small group setting. This is a great opportunity to get instruction that is fine tuned to your skill level and musical interests. Sign up for a beginner, intermediate or advanced slot and bring your playing to the next level.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 1

Aug. 31

5 PM

7 PM

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Activity Name: Open Jam Description: Join us for open jam sessions in the Chop's Music and Recording Studio and create original music instantly! All are welcome to participate regardless of musical ability. Beginning students can receive instruction on guitar, bass, keyboards, vocals and drums. Instruments and amplification are provided. *Tues, Thurs, Fri 1-4pm; Sat 12-4pm* Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 2

Aug. 30

1 PM

4 PM

Tu, Th, F, Sa

Activity Name: Acoustic Jam Description: We're going to take it down a notch and play the old school way on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-7 PM. No amplification for these jams, just music in raw form. Feeling a little shy to pick up something new? This is a great space for you. No pressure, just fun in the studio for all!

Cost: FREE Act. #

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9041

Jun. 2

Aug. 30

4 PM

7 PM

Tu, Th

Activity Name: Jam Band Description: Join the Chop's Jam Band! All musicians, vocalists and rappers, regardless of experience are welcome to sit in for our stylistically eclectic jams, ranging from R&B, hip-hop, to funk and rock & roll. Under the direction of music instructors Andrew McKenzie & Brodie Cumming, sessions will be geared towards creative collaboration, improvisation and live performance. Guitars, drums, bass, keyboards, turntables, microphones, and amplification will be provided.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 3

Aug. 27

4 PM

7 PM

F, Sa

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Activity Name: Chop's Recording Studio Rental Description: The Chop's Recording Studio offers audio recording and mixing capabilities in a Pro Tools audio production platform. The studio features a vocal booth and rehearsal space. Whether it's hip-hop, rock or karaoke, the Chop's Recording Studio can accommodate your interests. Call for more information. 707-284-2467 Cost: $25/hr. for Chop’s Members Activity Name: Private Music Instruction with Andrew McKenzie Description: Have an interest in playing guitar, bass, or drums? With over 15 years of playing and teaching experience, our music studio specialist Andrew McKenzie, will help you achieve your musical goals.

Teaching all styles including rock, blues, funk, metal and more, he can give you the basics or help bring your intermediate playing to the next level. Start lessons with Andrew today! *Monday-Friday Cost: Please call 707-495-7682 for pricing

Activity Name: Private Guitar Instruction with Brodie Cumming Description: Brodie Cumming offers private guitar instruction to all ages, including young children and adult students. Visit www.brodiecumming.com or call (707) 483-7956 for more information, or to schedule a free initial lesson consultation. *Weekends Only Cost: Please call 707-483-7956 for Pricing

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Special Interest Activity Name: Member Council Description: Member meetings allow teen members to come together, voice your opinions, and take an active role in shaping the future of Chop's Teen Club. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month and are facilitated by our Member Council.

Staff mentors will help you develop leadership skills necessary to represent and interact with your peers.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8985

Jun. 13

Aug. 22

3 PM

4 PM

M

Activity Name: Water Days Description: Cool off from the summer heat and join us for Chop's Annual Water Days! These refreshing fun-filled days will consist of different water activities such as Capture the Flag, water balloon fights, Hot Potato water balloon style, Water Cup Derby and many more! We will rope off the parking lot on the second Tuesday of June, July and August for these exciting events.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 7

Aug. 9

3:30 PM

4:30 PM

Tu

Activity Name: Field Trips Description: Join us for a fun outing on the second Thursday of each month this summer. In June we will visit Snoopy's Home Ice. In July we'll catch a summer blockbuster movie at The Roxy. In August we'll head over to Laser Tag of Santa Rosa. Permission slips are needed for these excursions. Please call or see the front desk for details. Chop's staff will chaperone these as either a walking field trip or by public transportation to and from Chop's and we will always return by 7 pm.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8992

Jun. 9

Aug. 11

2 PM

6 PM

Th

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Congratulations Honored Members The Honored Member Program recognizes members that go above and beyond in role modeling the Chop’s Code of Conduct which is based on RESPECT!

Kadin Wilson

Lea Britto

Erica Meyer

Child Parent Institute Presents:

Chalk Board Players A one week workshop full of drama, improv and theater play!

July 18th-22nd 3:30-6:30 $70

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Activity Name: Capoeira Description: Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines martial arts, dance, music and acrobatics. In this 6 week session you will learn about the history of Capoeira, how to do the basic movements, become skilled in defensive moves to avoid attacks and learn the basic rhythm on the instruments. This will be a movement class, so come in comfortable workout clothes. You can either wear tennis shoes or participate in bare feet.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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9039

Jun. 17

Jul. 29

6 PM

7:30 PM

F

Activity Name: Girls Group Description: Join us every Friday for field trips, art projects, baking, games and more. We will have heart to heart conversations and discuss daily successes and challenges. Make new friends and share your dreams and goals in a safe and rewarding place for girl time. This is a collaborative program with St. Joseph Health-Sonoma County.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 10

Aug. 26

3 PM

4 PM

F

Join us in welcoming new & returning board members!

Mary Henderson Leap Solutions

Michael Hyman Pawn Advantage

Suzanne Knowlton

Redwood Credit Union

Robin Stephani

Wright Contracting

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Sports & Fitness Chop’s houses a state-of-the-art gym that includes a 35 foot rock wall with five different levels of difficulty.

Activities include basketball, volleyball, dodge ball, badminton, indoor soccer, group games, and more. Join us for drop-in or sign up for one of our many activities.

Activity Name: Flag Football Description: Join Gabe in the gym for flag football. Practice your throwing, catching and covering skills. Score some big touchdowns and do your victory dance!

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8995

Jun. 6

Aug. 29

2 PM

3 PM

M

Activity Name: Basketball Tournament Description: Compete in our 3 on 3 basketball tournaments on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Bring your own three person team or come on your own and we will place you on a team. These double elimination tournaments are a great opportunity to have fun and enhance your individual and team skills.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8993

Jun. 6

Aug. 31

3 PM

4:30 PM

M, W, F

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Activity Name: Rock Wall Description: Climb our 35 foot state-of-the-art rock wall every Monday and Thursday. Our certified belayer Gabe will guide you up challenging routes. Become a member of the Chop's Rock Climbing Team, and rack up points for each challenge you take on. If you're not ready to scramble up the wall, we have a variety of games that will test your skills but keep you close to the ground.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8990

Jun. 6

Aug. 29

5 PM

6 PM

M, Th

Activity Name: Soccer Description: Kick it in the gym and play some soccer. We'll run passing and shooting drills as well as full games. Soccer is a fun and challenging sport, and a great workout!

Cost: FREE Act. #

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Jun. 7

Aug. 30

2 PM

3 PM

Tu, Th

Activity Name: Basketball Description: Join us every Tuesday & Thursday for basketball in the gym. We'll organize teams for full court games, one-on-one tournaments, skill drills, or a spirited game of Horse, Thunder, or Around the World. Build your skills and get a great work out!

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8996

Jun. 7

Aug. 23

3 PM

4:30 PM

Tu, Th

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Activity Name: Hockey Description: Dribble, pass, shoot and score! Join us in the gym on Tuesdays for floor hockey. We will practice stick and puck handling, run through passing and shooting drills and play organized games.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8989

Jun. 7

Aug. 30

5 PM

6 PM

Tu

Activity Name: Member's Choice Description: Members run the gym on Wednesdays! We bust out all the sporting gear that Chop's has to offer for one hour of fun. You and your friends can play anything from badminton to indoor soccer, volleyball, basketball, flag football, to bowling and whiffle ball. A guaranteed fun and action-packed time!

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8998

Jun. 8

Aug. 31

2 PM

3 PM

W

Activity Name: Dodgeball Description: Duck, dodge and strategize every Wednesday while playing dodgeball in the gym. We'll organize teams and play several variations of this game that is fun for all.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8991

Jun. 8

Aug. 31

5 PM

6 PM

W

Activity Name: Volleyball Description: Work on volleyball fundamentals such as passing, serving and serve receive in an open gym format. All beginner volleyball levels are welcome whether you've played for your school or not.

Cost: FREE Act. #

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8997

Jun. 10

Aug. 26

2 PM

3 PM

F

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Activity Name: Chop's Choice Description: Join Gabe in the gym and see what fun activities Chop's staff have in store! It could be anything from sumo suits to relay races or a homerun derby. You may even have a chance to test your skills against one of your favorite staff members.

Cost: FREE Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

8988

Jun. 10

Aug. 26

5 PM

6 PM

F

Activity Name: Basketball Skills & Drills Description: Join us on Saturdays for coaching on the fundamentals and techniques needed for success on the court. We will run through drills used by Santa Rosa basketball teams to work on shooting, ball handling, dribbling, offensive and defensive moves. Show us your favorite drills and exchange basketball knowledge with players from other teams. We will also organize pick-up games to apply what we learn to our game.

Cost: FREE Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

8994

Jun. 11

Aug. 27

12 PM

7 PM

Sa

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Tech Lounge Chop’s Technology Lounge offers web access, computer technology, network gaming, console games like Wii and XBOX 360, space to complete homework and play board games. Join us for drop in or sign up for one or more of our workshops.

Activity Name: Tournament Tuesdays Description: Join Soojin every Tuesday to test your gaming skills and have fun competing with other members in Tournament Tuesdays. We host a different video game tournament each week including Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart, and Street Fighter. Make it to the top of the bracket and win a prize.

Cost: FREE Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

8999

Jun. 7

Aug. 30

2 PM

4 PM

Tu

Activity Name: LAN Party Description: Attention all gamers, this is your chance to show your skills! Bring your own computer or use one of ours for a fun gaming party. Join us every second Saturday of the month for pizza, soda, and a chance to win prizes. Minecraft and Team Fortress 2 are two of the games we play. Middle school members may sign up for this event and stay until 10 pm.

Cost: $10.00 Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

9000

Jun. 11

Aug. 13

6 PM

10 PM

Sa

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Activity Name: YouTube Videos Description: Learn to create and upload YouTube videos from start to finish with Adam. We'll cover camera operation, planning, framing, shooting, editing and uploading to YouTube. You will also learn techniques that will make your film look like a professional production.

Action! * 5 week session, No class July 4 Cost: FREE Act. #

Session

Beg. Date End Date Start Time End Time

9037

#1

Jun. 6

Jul. 11

5 PM

9038

#2

Jul. 18

Aug. 15

5 PM

Reg. Deadline

Day

7 PM

Jun. 3

M

7 PM

Jul. 15

M

Activity Name: Digital Art Description: Explore the creative possibilities in the world of Digital Arts with Soojin. You'll explore the technology and tools used to create digital art today and create art using Adobe Photoshop, digital photography and digital drawing tablets. * 4 week session Cost: FREE Act. #

Session

Beg. Date End Date Start Time End Time

9049

#1

Jun. 15

Jul. 6

5 PM

9050

#2

Jul. 13

Aug. 3

5 PM

Reg. Deadline

Day

7 PM

Jun. 12

W

7 PM

Jul. 10

W

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Workforce & Community Service Chop’s offers several programs for workforce ready, leadership and volunteer opportunities. Join a community service club, become active in our member meetings or take a workshop to gain employable skills. You can also fulfill requirements for school volunteer hours at Chop’s.

Activity Name: Barista Training Description: Join our Culinary Coordinator Heidi for a series of 2-hour workshops where you'll learn employable skills for a coffee shop.

Workshops include how to get a barista job, excellent customer service skills, steaming, frothing and preparing hot/cold drinks. Each participant will receive a training manual, recipe guide and certificate of completion after passing the "Barista Basics" test.

Cost: $40.00 Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

8961

Jun. 7

Jun. 16

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 3

Tu, Th

8962

Jun. 21

Jun. 30

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 17

Tu, Th

8963

Jul. 5

Jul. 14

4 PM

6 PM

Jul. 1

Tu, Th

8965

Aug. 2

Aug. 11

4 PM

6 PM

Jul. 29

Tu, Th

8966

Aug. 16

Aug. 25

4 PM

6 PM

Aug. 12

Tu, Th

www.jobsmadereal.com Explore jobs that interest you, and watch videos of people doing their jobs.

Get all your career questions answered at jobsmadereal.com!

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Activity Name: Awesome Pretzel Cart Work Ready Program Description: Join us for a 6 week program designed to prepare teens to get and keep a job! We will use Chop's Awesome Pretzel Cart to teach business skills such as marketing, profit margins, inventory, customer service, cash handling, food safety and sanitation. You will earn a basic food handlers certificate and gain valuable work experience taking the pretzel cart out to the West End Farmers Market in Rail Road Square. Learn the financial aspects of earning a paycheck with a visit from Redwood Credit Union staff. Learn how to present yourself on paper and create a cover letter and a resume. Learn how to conduct yourself in an interview, fine tune your new interviewing skills, and then local employers will host mock interviews for participants to practice their new skills, which may lead to a job. The Work Ready Program focuses on 15 competencies that Sonoma County Employers identified as being needed for success on the job. Successful participants will earn a professional portfolio and the Sonoma County Office of Education's Work Ready Certificate and a completion award in the form of a $200 paycheck **Open to students in grades 10-12 Cost: FREE Act. #

Session 1

Beg. Date Start Time End Time Reg. Deadline

Day

9017

Intro to Work Experience

Jun. 7

4 PM

6 PM

May. 31

Tu

9018

Basic Food Handler’s Certificate

Jun. 9

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 2

Th

9019

Pretzel Cart Business

Jun. 14

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 7

Tu

9020

Customer Service & Marketing

Jun. 16

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 9

Th

9021

Resumes & cover Letters

Jun. 21

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 14

Tu

9022

Interviews & Public Speaking

Jun. 23

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 16

Th

9052

Professional Portfolios

Jun. 28

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 21

Tu

9023

Mock Interviews

Jun. 30

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 23

Th

9024

Business Interviews

Jul. 5

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 28

Tu

9053

Career Exploration

Jul. 7

4 PM

6 PM

Jun. 30

Th

9025

Application Field Trip

Jul. 12

4 PM

6 PM

Jul. 5

Tu

9026

Paychecks & Finance

Jul. 14

4 PM

6 PM

Jul. 7

Th

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Activity Name: Awesome Pretzel Cart Work Ready Program Cost: FREE Act. #

Session 2

Beg. Date Start Time End Time Reg. Deadline Day

9027

Intro to Work Experience

Jul. 11

1 PM

3 PM

Jul. 5

M

9028

Basic Food Handler’s Certificate

Jul. 13

1 PM

3 PM

Jul. 6

W

9029

Pretzel Cart Business

Jul. 18

1 PM

3 PM

Jul. 11

M

9030

Customer Service & Marketing

Jul. 20

1 PM

3 PM

Jul. 13

W

9031

Resumes & cover Letters

Jul. 25

1 PM

3 PM

Jul. 18

M

9032

Interviews & Public Speaking

Jul. 27

1 PM

3 PM

Jul. 20

W

9054

Professional Portfolios

Aug. 1

1 PM

3 PM

Jul. 25

M

9033

Mock Interviews

Aug. 3

1 PM

3 PM

Jul. 27

W

9034

Business Interviews

Aug. 8

1 PM

3 PM

Aug. 1

M

9055

Career Exploration

Aug. 10

1 PM

3 PM

Aug. 3

W

9035

Application Field Trip

Aug. 15

1 PM

3 PM

Aug. 8

M

9036

Paychecks & Finance

Aug. 17

1 PM

3 PM

Aug. 10

W

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Activity Name: Pretzel Cart @ West End Farmer's Market Description: Work the Awesome Pretzel Cart at the West End Farmers Market in Rail Road Square! Use business skills learned in our Work Readiness Program, such as customer service, cash handling, food safety and sanitation to sell pretzels and gain valuable work experience. *Pre-Requisite: Pretzel Cart Business, Basic Food Handlers & Customer Service workshops.

Cost: FREE Act. #

Session

Beg. Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

9007

1

Jun. 19

9 AM

3 PM

Jun. 12

Su

9008

2

Jul. 10

9 AM

3 PM

Jul. 3

Su

9009

3

Jul. 17

9 AM

3 PM

Jul. 10

Su

9010

4

Jul. 24

9 AM

3 PM

Jul. 17

Su

9011

5

Jul. 31

9 AM

3 PM

Jul. 24

Su

9012

6

Aug. 7

9 AM

3 PM

Jul. 31

Su

9013

7

Aug. 14

9 AM

3 PM

Aug. 7

Su

9014

8

Aug. 21

9 AM

3 PM

Aug. 14

Su

9015

9

Aug. 28

9 AM

3 PM

Aug. 21

Su

9016

10

Sep. 4

9 AM

3 PM

Aug. 28

Su

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Need community service hours?

Join the Santa Rosa Creek Stewardship crew! The crew meets at Olive Park on the first Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. and cleans up the Prince Memorial Greenway.

Remember to wear closed toed shoes and clothes that you can get dirty. Stick around until noon for FREE PIZZA!

Parenting your teen Saturday’s

May 21 June 18 July 9 $10 for Chop’s member parents $15 for non-members

12:30– 2:00pm 1:00-2:00pm 12:30- 2pm

To register call CPI: 707.585.6108

Activity Name: Interact General Meeting Description: Join Interact Club every fourth Friday and develop leadership skills while helping others. Sponsored by the Santa Rosa Rotary West, Interact Club completes two community service projects each year, including one that furthers international understanding and goodwill. Interact experience is a great resume builder, and may help get you into the college of your choice.

Cost: FREE Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

9006

Jun. 24

Aug. 26

4 PM

5 PM

F

Interact purchased 200 coats for kids in need!

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Thank You Friends of Chop’s !

Annual Donors Premier Donors ($50,000 +) Anonymous Titanium Donors ($20,000-$49,999) Evert B. and Ruth Finley Person Foundation The John Jordan Foundation Platinum Donors ($10,000-$19,999) BoDean Company Gold Donors ($5,000-$9,999) Wright Contracting

October to December 2015 Titanium Donors ($20,000-$49,999) Victor & Karen Trione Platinum Donors ($10,000-$19,999) Gold Donors ($5,000-$9,999) Best Buy Foundation Silver Donors ($1,000-$4,999) Active 20-30 Club of Santa Rosa Active 20-30 Club of The Redwood Empire Bank of America Charitable Foundation Herb & Jane Dwight Ghilotti Construction Company Sonoma Paradiso Foundation Speedway Children’s Charities The Lenore & Howard Klein Foundation

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Bronze Donors ($500-$999) Dave’s Market Medal Winning Mentions (Up to $499) Jessica Adams Anicia Astobiza Liz & David Berry Brad & Corine Bollinger Michelle Boucher Boudin SF Montgomery Village Jennifer Hayes & Brandon Curtis Susan & Patrick Demers Pam Field Debi Fitzgerald Meredith Gilardoni Karl & Lynn Grimm Emily & Kevin Harrington Hawley’s Paint Store Susan Hayes Bill Hirsh Robert & Michelle Inskeep Janet Jenkins Senait Kibrom Sandra & Geoffery Larkin Bertrand & Helen Le Rebours Mary’s Pizza Shack Mary Michela Crystal & Georg Okenfuss Oliver’s Market Peggy & Jeff Owen Joseph & Marsha Perez Stephanie Picard-Colomb Anne Prather Don & Stephanie Ricci John Schalich Chris & Heidi Thompson Robert & Marjorie Trombetta Neydy Vidal Heather & Brian Wise

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Art * Culinary * Music & Recording * Sports

Leadership * Work Ready * Technology Use your smart phone to access the activity guide

Chop’s is located near Railroad Square on the corner of West Sixth and Adams St.

Use your smart phone to donate to Chop’s

Chop’s Teen Club* 509 Adams St., Santa Rosa CA* (707)284-2467* www.chopsonline.com