March 2018 Monterey Bay Parent

Monterey Bay

PARENT march 2018

It’s time to start thinking about

summer camp!

Check out our complete camp guide plus:

Family Gardening easter events Making mom friends

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Contents March 2017

in each issue:

features:

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8 Playing in the Dirt! Spring gardening with your kids.

Simple tips on gardening with the kids on the Monterey Peninsula.

by Bayley Freeman

05 Military Mom Katie Begley discusses topics of importance to military families.

06 Reel Life With Jane Jane Boursaw reviews movies for the entire family.

10 Why is it so hard to make mom friends?

Nicole Amaral checks in with her friends for advice on creating friendships with other moms.

by Nicole Amaral

12 2018 Summer Camp Guide We rounded up sixty seven awesome choices for a funfilled summer for your kids.

on the cover…

20 Featured Summer Camps Get more detailed information about our featured camps.

22 Ready, Set, Camp!

How to find the right camp for your child.

The American Camp Association offers the timely advice you need.

Find the best events for your family!

Kheila Indigo was born in Carmel.

She is currently going to Ryan Ranch Children’s Center and in August of this year she will transition to Carmel River.

She likes to make jokes and she has the power to make people smile. Her mother works in the Educational Toy Industry and her father is in the Holistic Industry.

Cover photo by Kaatz Photography 831-297-2000

24 March Events The best family-friendly events for March from throughout Monterey and Santa Cruz counties.

25 Best of March Check out these Easter events for a whole lot of family fun.

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from the publisher…

P.O. Box 806 Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MontereyBayParent.com 831-582-1373

Yes, it’s time for Summer Camp planning!

It’s a busy month with St. Patrick’s Day, Easter events (Easter is April 1), and the beginning of the summer camp planning season. That’s right, that’s a thing now. Parents across the county will spend March and April trying to decide which summer camp is the best fit for their children. We’re here to help! We pulled together the basic information about dozens of camps being held in Monterey County to get you started on your journey. Plus, we’re providing extra information about our featured camps. I promise you it’s not too early to book your first choices. As I put together this issue, I wished more than once that there was a summer camp for adults!

March 20 marks the beginning of spring, and it’s the perfect time to start a garden with the kids. Whether you stick to containers or go all out and build raised beds, it’s a fun family activity. Your children will learn where their food comes from plus they may even start trying vegetables because they grew them! To get you started, Bayley Freeman has some tips on page 8.

Nicole Amaral is tackling the friendship question this month. The question being “why is so dang hard to make friends as an adult?”

Maybe we need to take a cue from our toddlers and just go up to the next mom we see on the playground and ask “will you be my friend?”

If that isn’t your style, Nicole and her friends have some advice on where to go to find BFF candidates.

Finally, because Easter is April 1, we wanted to bring you as many Easter events as we could find. Unfortunately, many of the regular Easter events haven’t been finalized. We pulled together what we could and we’ll keep updating events in the online calendar at MontereyBayParent.com. Check out a few ideas on page 25 to get you started.

Here’s hoping you find the perfect summer camp for your kids and a fun-filled March!

Andrea Breznay Publisher

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Publisher Andrea Breznay abreznay@montereybayparent.com 831-582-1373 Advertising Sales katie begley Monterey Peninsula gbegley@montereybayparent.com 831-275-5401 Andrea Breznay Salinas and Santa Cruz abreznay@montereybayparent.com 831-582-1373 Calendar Editor Nicole Amaral Cover Photographer BEN KAaTZ Contributing Writers nicole amaraL katie begley Jane Boursaw bayley freeman Editorial Submissions are welcome. We reserve the right to edit, reject or comment editorially on all material contributed. We cannot be responsible for return of any unsolicited materials.

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MILITARY MOM:

Camp for Military Kids

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hile we enjoy beautiful weather year-round in Monterey, there’s something special about the start of Spring. Maybe it’s the idea of fresh beginnings, but I always find myself walking with a new pep in my step. There are a lot of opportunities for military families to be excited about in the Monterey area this Spring.

Camp Corral provides the opportunity for the children of military members to attend camp for free at one of many host camps around the country. Partner camp YMCA Camp Loma Mar is in the redwood forests of Loma Mar, California from August 5 -11. Applications are currently open and will be available until one month before camp or until all the spots have been filled.

If you mix Army green, Marine Corps red, and blue from the Coast Guard, Air Force, and Navy, you get the perfect shade of purple. The National Military Family Association’s Operation Purple Camp believes that bringing these kids together for summer camp creates a truly magical experience.

Operation Purple Camps are provided free of charge in partnership with participating camps around the United States. Special consideration is given to those kids who have a parent who was wounded, ill, or injured during their service or will be deployed before, during, or shortly after the camp season. Registration for the summer 2018 camps opens on March 5th. It’s an opportunity to send your military kid for a camp experience they will never forget.

For our older kids, the start of Spring means getting prepared for college, including scholarship deadlines. The Monterey Bay Officer Spouse’s Club awards numerous scholarships each year to area students. Eligible applicants include members of MBOSC, their families, and family members of Active Duty, retired, or deceased military members in the Monterey Bay area, as well as families of all Naval Postgraduate School students and alumni. Applications are open and will be accepted until April 9th.

The Monterey Bay Officer Spouse’s Club will be opening their annual fundraiser, Sip the Peninsula, to the public for the first time. Held in the historic Barbara McNitt Ballroom at the Naval Postgraduate School, this promises to be the perfect date night out. “Sip the Peninsula” celebrates the Monterey Peninsula’s wine heritage and the rich history of the military in the area. All silent auction proceeds go directly to scholarships offered by MBOSC. Camp Corral information can be found at www.campcorral.org. For more information on the Operation Purple camp and to see where your kids can connect with other military kids, visit www.militaryfamily.org. To apply for the MBOSC scholarship or buy tickets to the Sip the Peninsula fundraiser, visit wwww.mbosc.net.

Katie Begley is a Navy veteran and military spouse. Katie is an advertising sales executive for Monterey Bay Parent Magazine. She is the mother of 1 year-old and 2 month-old sons.

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real life with jane

By

Jane Boursaw

Movie Reviews For Kids & Teens Movies for kids and teens in March include tales about missing gnomes, outcast dogs, time travel, tomb raiders and more. Let’s take a closer look.

GNOME ALONE

TOMB RAIDER

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE

Rated PG for some rude humor/ behavior. In Theaters 3/2.

Ok for kids 6+.

Reel Review: 3 of 5 Reels.

Forced to move into a decrepit old house filled with garden gnomes, young Chloe soon discovers that the house is hiding something terrifying. While home alone after school, Chloe and nosy neighbor Liam (Josh Peck) discover that the gnomes are actually alive! Turns out the gnomes have been protecting the planet from menacing little monsters called Troggs, who’ve invaded the house through a portal from another world.

When the only solution to stop the Troggs falls into the wrong hands at school, Chloe and Liam team up with the rag-tag group of gnomes to fight off the Trogg invasion and save the world.

Not yet rated; likely PG-13.

In theaters 3/16. Ok for kids 13+.

Reel Preview: 4 of 5 Reels.

This reboot of the popular Lara Croft franchise stars Alicia Vikander as the fiercely independent daughter (previously played by Angelina Jolie) of an eccentric adventurer who vanished when she was a teen. Now a young woman of 21 without any real focus or purpose, Lara navigates the chaotic streets of trendy East London as a bike courier, barely making the rent. Going against her dad’s final wishes, she leaves everything behind in search of his last-known destination: a fabled tomb on a mythical island that might be somewhere off the coast of Japan.

Rated PG for thematic elements including some violence.

In Theaters 3/16. Ok for kids 9+.

Reel Preview: 3.5 of 5 Reels.

Based on the popular Christian song of the same name by Bart Millard, this movie follows the true story of Millard, lead singer of the Christian band MercyMe, and how he wrote what is now the most-played radio single in Christian music history.

A WRINKLE IN TIME Rated PG for thematic elements and some peril. In Theaters 3/9.

Ok for kids 7+.

Reel Preview: 5 of 5 Reels.

After learning that her astrophysicist father Alex (Chris Pine) is being held captive on a distant planet deep in the grip of a universe-spanning evil, Meg Murry (Storm Reid) works with her younger brother, new friend and fellow student Calvin O’Keeffe (Levi Miller), and three astral travelers, Mrs. Which (Oprah Winfrey), Mrs. Whatsit (Reese Witherspoon) and Mrs. Who (Mindy Kaling) to save him. Based on the 1962 novel by Madeleine L’Engle and directed by Ava DuVernay, this fantasy adventure film also stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Michael Peña and Zach Galifianakis.

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LOVE, SIMON Rated PG-13 for thematic elements, sexual references, language and teen partying. In Theaters 3/16.

Ok for kids 14+.

Reel Preview: 4.5 of 5 Reels.

Everyone deserves a great love story.

But for 17-year old Simon Spier, it’s a little more complicated: he’s yet to tell his family or friends that he’s gay, and he doesn’t actually know the identity of the anonymous classmate he’s fallen for online. Things get even more complicated when his secret falls into the hands of the class clown, who blackmails Simon into playing cupid.

PACIFIC RIM: UPRISING Rated PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi violence and action, and some language. In theaters 3/23.

Ok for kids 13+.

Reel Preview: 4 of 5 Reels.

Directed by Steve DeKnight and written by Guillermo del Toro, this second film in the Pacific Rim franchise stars John Boyega as rebellious Jake Pentecost, a once-promising Jaeger pilot whose legendary father (Idris Elba in the first movie) gave his life to secure humanity’s victory against the monstrous “Kaiju.” Jake has since abandoned his training only to become caught up in a criminal underworld. But when an even more unstoppable threat is unleashed, he is given one last chance to live up to his father’s legacy by his estranged sister, Mako Mori (Rinko Kikuchi), now leading a brave new generation of pilots.

As they seek justice for the fallen, their only hope is to unite together in a global uprising against the forces of extinction.

MIDNIGHT SUN Rated PG-13 for some teen partying and sensuality.

In theaters 3/23. Ok for kids 13+.

Reel Preview: 4 of 5 Reels.

Directed by Scott Speer, this film follows 17-year-old Katie Price (Bella Thorne), sheltered since childhood with a life-threatening sensitivity to MONTEREY BAY PARENT • march 2018

sunlight. Katie’s world opens up after dark when she ventures out to play her guitar for travelers. One night, she meets Charlie (Patrick Schwarzenegger) whom she has secretly admired for years. She hides her condition from him, and the two embark on a uniquely powerful romance. Rob Riggle plays Katie’s loving and compassionate father, Jack, who tries to give his daughter a good life.

SHERLOCK GNOMES Not yet rated; likely PG. In theaters 3/23. Ok for kids 6+.

Reel Preview: 3 of 5 Reels.

First introduced in the film “Gnomeo and Juliet,” the adorable title characters and their garden ornament friends have a new adventure featuring the legendary Sherlock Gnomes.

In the heart of London, gnomes are disappearing from the gardens. Gnomeo (James McAvoy) and Juliet (Emily Blunt) join forces with the great Sherlock Gnomes (Johnny Depp) and his sidekick Watson to discover what is behind the mystery. .

ISLE OF DOGS Rated PG-13 for thematic elements and violent images. In theaters 3/23. Ok for kids 13+.

Reel Preview: 4 of 5 Reels.

Set in a dystopian future Japan in which dogs have been quarantined on a remote island due to a “canine flu,” Isle of Dogs follows five local dogs - Chief, Rex, Boss, Duke, and King. They are fed up with their isolated existence until a boy named Atari Kobayashi ventures to the island to search for his dog, Spots. Atari receives their help and protection from

the Japanese authorities who’ve come to retrieve him. Directed by Wes Anderson, this movie features the voices of Edward Norton, Scarlett Johansson, Bryan Cranston, Tilda Swinton, Bill Murray and Greta Gerwig.

by Ernie Cline (who also wrote the screenplay), this movie also stars Olivia Cooke, T.J. Miller, Simon Pegg, Mark Rylance and Ben Mendelsohn.

READY PLAYER ONE

Not yet rated; likely PG. In theaters 3/30. Ok for kids 9+.

Reel Preview: 3 of 5 Reels.

A church destroyed. A congregation silenced. A relationship shattered. Yet even in life’s darkest valleys, a small flame can light the way toward healing and hope. After a deadly fire rips through St. James Church, Hadleigh University leaders use the tragedy to push the congregation off campus, forcing the church to defend its rights and bringing together estranged brothers for a reunion that opens old wounds and forces them to address the issues that pulled them apart.

Directed by Michael Mason, this third installment of the popular faith-based franchise stars Jennifer Taylor, John Corbett, Ted McGinley, Tatum O’Neal, Shane Harper and David White.

Not yet rated; likely PG-13.

In theaters 3/29. Ok for kids 12+.

Reel Preview: 4 of 5 Reels.

In the near future, a young outcast named Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) escapes from his daily drudgery by logging into an online game called “The Oasis.” When the game’s billionaire founder dies, he offers players his fortune as the prize in the virtual treasure hunt. Watts gets in on the action, but soon finds himself facing off against corporate foes who will go to any lengths to get the money – in both the real world and “The Oasis.” Directed

by Steven Spielberg and based on the novel

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GOD’S NOT DEAD: A LIGHT IN DARKNESS

Jane Louise Boursaw is the editor of ReelLifeWithJane.com and OldMission.net.

JANE’S REEL RATING SYSTEM 1 Reel: Even the force can’t save it.

2 Reels: Coulda been a contender.

3 Reels: Something to talk about.

4 Reels: You want the truth? Great flick!

5 Reels: Wow! The stuff dreams are made of.

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he Monterey Peninsula is a fantastic place to grow a garden. It is especially good for starting a garden with kids, as the climate and long growing season make the whole process much more forgiving than it would be elsewhere. I have no green thumb (in fact, I can kill a cactus in a day or two), but I have successfully grown a large vegetable garden two summers in a row. I used nothing more than basic raised beds, some hastily sewn seeds, daily (or when-Iremember) watering, and plenty of “help” from my young children. It’s pretty darn easy to grow a vegetable and herb garden here, and you can do it, too.

Here are some tips to get you started Monterey’s growing season is nearly year-round, so the time to get started is now! Monterey has plenty of farmers markets, local nurseries, and big stores with gardening sections, so you have your pick of where to buy seeds or plants. You can build your garden boxes from a kit or from boards you measure yourself, but no matter what, make sure to put down a double layer of wire mesh under your boxes, to keep furry creatures (groundhogs and others) from burrowing up into your garden and eating all your hard work. You’ll need to decide if you want to start with seeds or plants. Seeds take a few weeks longer, but there is magic in growing vegetables from seeds, especially for young children. The waiting game is a fantastic exercise in forced patience. The first green shoots they spy will bring shouts of joy—an unbeatable moment for all.

When it comes time to choose your plants or seeds, you should let your kids pick out some vegetables they like or are excited to grow. After all, the real purpose of cultivating a garden is to have a final edible product, and it’s no fun if the adults are the only ones enjoying the 8

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Bayley Freeman

Playing in the Dirt!

Spring Gardening With Your Kids fruits of all that labor. Even picky eaters could get excited about fresh vegetables if they helped grow and nurture them. Steer them towards vegetables that can be eaten raw, straight off the plant: green or purple beans, sugar snap peas, lettuces, cherry tomatoes, and carrots are all delicious and easy to grow.

Here’s another tip: once the garden is in full swing, let kids snack from it whenever they please. If I send my kids out to pick beans and peas to go with dinner, and they come back

empty-handed but have eaten their afternoon snack out there, I consider it a win. Vegetables are vegetables, and I don’t mind if they eat them right off the plants. It’s a fun activity for them to do with friends, too. Kids love to be in the garden, so teach them a few parameters (don’t pick unripe fruits/vegetables, don’t trample the plants) and let them enjoy it. Enjoy the growing Monterey has to offer, and start your spring garden soon.

Here’s a handy local guide for when to plant crops:

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Vendors plus Crafts for Kids Prizes & Giveaways FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

Now accepting booth reservations!

If your business or organization serves children and families, this event is for YOU! • art classes • Attractions • Birthday Entertainers • chiropractors • counselors • Dance Studios • dentists • Gymnastics • martial arts studios • Museums • Music teachers • Nonprofits • physicians • preschools • private schools • Realtors • Restaurants • Retail stores • sports teams • summer camps • tutors & more!

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parenting

By

Nicole Amaral

Friendship advice from local moms!

Why is it so hard to make mom friends?

M aking new friends is hard!

This statement has always rung true for me, but once I became a parent, it became even more of a challenge to find my tribe. Being an “older” mom, many of my friends had already been parents for well over a decade. Another issue was that many moms went back to work full-time and I decided to work primarily from home. I needed some new friends, and I needed them fast!

First things first, I registered my little one for Mommy & Me classes at Parents’ Place at the Pacific Grove Adult School. Although I learned so much and hit it off with several moms, I still felt like I didn’t fit in 100%. I decided to create playdates on a Meetup group called, Marina Moms. That’s where I met fellow mom Erika. She came to Tatum’s Garden in Salinas with her baby 10

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who was three months younger than my son. We connected right away, and then the real adventures began!

I asked Erika to relay her experience with connecting with other moms.

“I didn’t make my first mom friend until my oldest was 14 months old. I battled Postpartum Depression and did not realize how lonely I was. I was so fortunate to meet Nicole and learn about Parents’ Place and Play & Learn classes through The Parenting Connection.

It changed my life being able to lean on other moms. It was reassuring to know that my daughter had friends and was part of a community as well.“ – Erika Armstrong, Salinas I was curious to see how other local moms had met their mom friends,

so I asked around.

I’ve met mom friends at Mommy and Me classes through The Parenting Connection and the Salinas Adult School (Parent Center). I also met them through baby groups on Facebook, and I recently met a bunch of moms at my son’s elementary school.

– Sarah Ann Ricks, Marina I met mom friends at gym daycare, Parents’ Place, preschool, church, sports (karate, b-ball, swim, soccer), neighbors, other clubs or groups such as nature school, library story time, La Leche League, Awana, and I’m part of a babysitting co-op.

One on one play dates after meeting people at these various groups is vital to establish deeper connections.

– Camilla Miller, Pacific Grove

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I love the families we met at Parents’ Place and am so grateful for the support they continue to share with me six years later. We met more families at The Parenting Connection. Meeting a ton of new families who are attending school with my son. And of course, all of our ‘new’ parent friends have introduced us to other ‘new’ parent friends. I love that this is such a small, tight-knit community.

– Wendy Root Askew, Marina Four years later, my son and Erika’s daughter are BFFs! Even though our playdates and the Mommy & Me classes are less frequent, the friendship and bond we all share has remained strong. Almost every mom I talked with mentioned that they had met friends through Mommy & Me classes or a Mom’s group. Luckily, Monterey County has tons of resources for parents including Monterey Bay Parent Magazine’s active Facebook group. Making friends may be more difficult once you have children but reaching out and taking a small step will get you moving in the right direction!

Places to meet moms (and dads!)

Parents’ Place http://pgae.pgusd.org/parents/

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2018 SUMMER GOLF LESSON KICK OFF The AT&T Pebble Beach Junior Golf Association “The Central Coast’s Most Longstanding Community Junior Golf Program” Sign up at Del Monte Golf Course Saturday June 2 • 10:30 am-12:30 pm • Series includes 5, 1-hour small group lessons • For ages 6 through 17 • Taught by local golf professionals at participating courses • $40 for each 5-lesson series ($8 a lesson) Non-members can join ($35) the Junior Golf Association at registration.

Credit cards, cash & checks accepted.

PO Box 4548, Carmel CA 93921

2018 Summer Camp Guide

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The end of school is still several months away but parents across Monterey County will be making plans for their children’s summer activities over the coming month or two. To help you choose the best fit for your children, here are six pages of summer camps to choose from. Whether it’s a one-week specialty camp or an entire summer of fun, you’ll find a ton of great options for your child!

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2018 summer camp guide CAMP NAME

AGES

CATEGORY

CONTACT INFO

All Saints Day School 3-11 A, G

8060 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, 93923 831-624-9171

ARIEL Theatrical 4-18 D

320 Main Street, Salinas, 93901 831-775-0976

AT&T Golf 6-17 S

PO Box 4548, Carmel, 93921 831-625-1555

Asthma Camp 6-12 SN

705 California Street, Salinas, 93901 831-757-3627

Basketball Jones Hoop Camp 6-15 S

4380 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, 93923 831-207-2041

Boys and Girls Club, Salinas 6-13 A, G

85 Maryal Drive, Salinas, 93906 831-757-4412

Boys and Girls Club 6-13 A, G Monterey County

1332 LaSalle Avenue, Seaside, 93955 831-394-5171

Ca Dept. of Parks & Rec. Summer 8-12 A History Program

20 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, 93940 831-649-7109

Ca Dept. of Parks & Rec. Summer 8-12 A Adventures Program

20 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, 93940 831-649-7109

Camp Carmel 5-8 G

8340 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley, 93923 831-625-0545, 831-659-3402

Camp Categories: A Academic, D The Arts, G General Day Camp, S Sports, SA Sleep-away, SN Special Needs

Summer Fun Camps

SUMMER FUN SINCE 1984!

Summer fun in July • Four week-long sessions 2 through July 27 Sessions!

Summer fun July in July!

Four week-long July 2 thru JulyBEAR 27 CUB CAMP CAMP

AnCUB extension of CAMP Potrero Canyon School An extension of forPotrero campers who will be Canyon School: in preschool Campers who will be in or preschool kindergarten thisfall. fall or kindergarten this

For children who have BEAR CAMP completed For children who have K-1st through completed 3rd grade K-1st thru 3rd grade.

Cub Camp has flexible schedule: Half days from 9 Half days 9-Noon or Full days am-noon fullasdays from 9 9-2pm As or little 2 mornings aam week 5 full days. 2 to 2topm.

Choose Bear Camp is a 5-day a week mornings week to 5 full days. schedule from 9-2pm Bear Camp is a 5-day a week schedule from 9 am to 2 pm.

Cub Camp has flexible schedules

Foraa brochure brochure or or more information call or email For more information call Campor Carmel 831-625-0545 831-659-3402 831-625-0545 or 831-659-3402 or email campcarmel@comcast.net

Sessions Start June 4 -Full Day -Half Day Morning -Half Day Afternoon -Preschool -Sports -Cheerleading Register in person or online at www.ci.seaside.ca.us For more information call: (831) 899-6800 @seasiderecreation

@City_of_Seaside

campcarmel@comcast.net

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2018 summer camp guide CAMP NAME

AGES

CATEGORY

CONTACT INFO

Camp SEA Lab 8-17 G

100 Campus Center, Building 42, Seaside, 93955 831-582-3681

Carmel Valley Athletic Club 4-18 S

27300 Rancho San Carlos Road, Carmel, 93923 831-624-2737

Carmel Valley Tennis Camp 10-18 S

20805 Cachugua Road, Carmel Valley, 93924 831-659-2615

Carmel Youth Center 8-15 G

Torres Street and 4th Avenue, Carmel, 93923 831-624-3285

Chamisal Tennis Club 6-18 G, S

185 Robley Road, Salinas, 93901 831-484-1135

Chartwell School Summer Camp 6-16 A, SN

2511 Numa Watson Road, Seaside, 93955 831-394-3468

City of Monterey Recreation 4-12 G

546 Dutra Street, Monterey, 93940 831-646-3866

City of Salinas 5-12 S Basketball Clinic

320 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, 93901 831-758-7306

City of Seaside Summer Youth 4-16 G, S Programs

986 Hilby Avenue, Seaside, 93955 831-899-6800

City of Pacific Grove 6-12 G, S Summer Camps

300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, 93950 831-648-3134

Camp Categories: A Academic, D The Arts, G General Day Camp, S Sports, SA Sleep-away, SN Special Needs

Summer Day Camp July 16-20, 2018 9am-12pm | $60 Register at http://shoreline.church | More info:camp@shoreline.church

ON STAGE

one week theatre camp

Join us this summer for Shipwrecked Summer Day Camp!

Venture onto an uncharted island where kids survive and thrive. Anchor kids in the truth that Jesus carries them through life's storms.

2500 Garden Road, Monterey, CA | 831-655-0100

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2018 summer camp guide CAMP NAME

AGES

CATEGORY

CONTACT INFO

Clover Sports 5-11 S Summer Camp

8060 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, 93923 831-241-8179

Code Camp at California State 10-16 A University Monterey Bay

3052 Divarty Street, Seaside, 93955 831-582-3230

The Dance Center 3-18 D

26135 Carmel Rancho Blvd., Carmel, 93923 831-625-3262, info@dancecarmel.com

First Night Monterey 7-16 D Summer Art Day Camp

542 Archer Street, Monterey, 93940 831-373-4778

First Tee Monterey County 7-17 S Summer Camp

1551 Beacon Hill Drive, Salinas, 93905 831-444-7200 x 216

Girls Inc. of the Central 8-11 SA Coast Summer Camps

318 Cayuga Street, Salinas, 93901 831-772-0882

Girl Scouts of the Monterey Bay 8-11 G

10550 Merritt Street, Castroville, 95012 800-822-2427

Hidden Hills Ranch 3-16 S

19014 Pesante Road, Salinas, 93907 831-776-3524

Justin Russo Golf Academy 5-17 S

1 McClure Way, Seaside, 93955 831-760-0749

Kayak Summer Camp 9-14 S

693 Del Monte Ave., Monterey, 93940 800-649-5357

Camp Categories: A Academic, D The Arts, G General Day Camp, S Sports, SA Sleep-away, SN Special Needs

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Kennolyn Summer Camp 4-16 G, SA

8400 Glen Haven Road, Soquel, 95073 831-479-6714

Lyceum Monterey County 8-14 A, D

1073 Sixth Street, Monterey, 93940 831-372-6098

MEarth 5-12 A

4380 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, 93923 831-624-1032

Monterey Bay Academy 5-10 S of Gymnastics

1663 Catalina Street, Sand City, 93955 831-373-1694

Monterey Bay Charter 6-13 G School

1004 David Avenue, Pacific Grove, 93950 831-655-4638

Monterey Bay Speech Therapy 4-6 A Reading Readiness Camp

170 17th Street, Suite B, Pacific Grove, 93950 831-204-0019

Monterey Jazz Festival 12-18 D Summer Camp

3152 Forest Lakes Road, Pebble Beach, 93943 831-373-8843

Monterey Museum of Art 5-16 D

559 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940 831-372-5477

Monterey Peninsula Yacht Club 8-17 S Summer Sailing Program

2 Municipal Wharf, Monterey, 93940 831-372-9686

Monterey Tennis Center 5-14 S Junior Tennis Camps

401 Pearl Street, Monterey, 93940 831-646-3881

Camp Categories: A Academic, D The Arts, G General Day Camp, S Sports, SA Sleep-away, SN Special Needs

Do you LOVE horses?

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The Riding Academy Horse Camp

Outdoor Adventures

• Week-long Discovery Camps, day camp with one over-night campout (ages 8-12) • Outdoor Leadership Training with Discovery Camp (ages 13-16) • Wee Ones in the Woods, 3 hour programs all week (ages 4-7) For dates, • Condor Wilderness Camps are back! 3-day 2-night more information, adventure (ages 13-17) or to enroll, visit us at: • Single Day Adventures www.ventanaws.org/education to various locations (ages 8-12) or call

831-800-7421

Functional, personalized speech and language therapy for children and adults

Located at the beautiful Corral de Tierra Pattee Ranch, one mile off Highway 68 between Monterey and Salinas.

• Camp runs daily 10:00 am to 3:00 pm • Extended care available • $350 for ages 5 and up • Each camper is paired

with an experienced helper • Crafts, horse show, games, prizes and more each session.

Call Sabrina at 831-601-7477 for info www.theridingacademy.us

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Reading Readiness Camp For ages 4-6 Contact us for a complementary phone consultation (831) 204-0019

Targeting early literacy skills through play, music, art, and movement July 30-August 3

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Monterey Zoo Summer 7-11 G Safari Camp

400 River Road, Salinas, 93908 831-455-1901 ext. 3

MyMuseum Summer Camp 6-8 G

425 Washington Street, Monterey, 93940 831-649-6444

National Steinbeck Center 12-16 A Summer Writing Camp

1 Main Street, Salinas, 93901 831-775-4721

Northern California Flute Camp 11-19 D

PO Box 116, Carmel Valley, 93924 831-659-3115

Pac Rep Theatre School of 4-17 D Dramatic Arts Summer Camp

Mountain View & Santa Rita, Carmel, 93923 831-622-9175

Pacific Grove Museum 4-9 A, G of Natural History

165 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, 93950 831-648-5716

Peak Volleyball 10-18 S Summer Camp

Carmel Beach, Carmel, 93923 530-448-0519

Pebble Beach Equestrian 7-18 S Summer Camp

3300 Portola Road, Pebble Beach, 93953 831-622-5985

PlayWell Lego Inspired 6-12 G Summer Camp

559 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940 831-372-5477

Progress Not Perfection Paint 5-12 D Party Summer Camp

125 Central Avenue, Pacific Grove, 93950 831-596-9194

Ragamuffin Musical Theatre 5-18 D Summer Camp

835 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, 93950 www.difrancodance.com

The Riding Academy 3-18 S Summer Horse Camp

155 Corral de Tierra, Salinas, 93908 831-601-7477

Rising Star Gymnastics 3-12 S Summer Camp

2024 Del Monte Avcenue, Monterey, 93940 831-375-9335

Salinas Storm Softball 3-12 S Summer Camp

1160 North Main Street, Salinas, 93906 831-755-0640

Santa Catalina School 8-14 A, G, SA Summer Camp

500 Mark Thomas Drive, Monterey, 93940 831-655-9386

Seaside Recreation Dept.

5-12 G Summer Camp

986 Hilby Avenue, Seaside, 93955 831-899-6800

Camp Categories: A Academic, D The Arts, G General Day Camp, S Sports, SA Sleep-away, SN Special Needs

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serious fun 2018 SESSION #1

JUNE 4-8

SESSION #2

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SESSION #3

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Shoreline Church 3-11 G

2500 Garden Road, Monterey, 93940 831-655-0100

SPCA Animal Camp 8-12 G

1002 Hwy 68, Monterey, 93940 831-264-5404

Spector Dance 3-18 D

3343 Paul Davis Drive, Marina, 93933 831-625-8349

SS-ROV Camp (Seafloor Science 8-14 A Remotely Operated Vehicle)

101 Herrmann Dr., Monterey, 93940 ssrovcamp@gmail.com

Stanford Precollegiate Studies 12-15 A at York School

9501 York Road, Monterey, 93940 831-372-7338

Stevenson Junior 5-10 G Summer Camp

24800 Dolores Avenue, Carmel, 93923 831-574-4600

Stevenson School 9-15 A, G, SA Summer Camp

3152 Forest Lake Road, Pebble Beach, 93953 831-625-8300

Ventana Wilderness Society 8-17 G Discovery Camp

45500 CA-1, Big Sur, California 93920 831-455-9514

YOU*THeatre 9-14 A Summer Camp

411 Central Ave, Salinas, 93901 831-770-7088

White Stag Leadership 10-21 A, G Summer Camp

33 Soledad Drive, Monterey, 93940 800-559-3188

YMCA of the Central Coast TK-15 G Summer Day Camp

500 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, 93910 831-757-4633

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ARIEL Theatrical 831.775.0976 • www.arieltheatrical.org Join the summer fun weekdays at ARIEL. One-week (Kids On Stage, ages 4-12), two-week (Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS, ages 6-14) and three-week (The Wizard of Oz, ages 7-19) camps are accepting registration now. Space is limited so check your calendar and join ARIEL for summer on stage.

AT&T Pebble Beach Junior Golf Association Summer Lesson Series 831-625-1555 • attpbjrgolf.com Offering summer lessons taught by local golf professionals at participating courses and driving ranges. Active and new members can enroll in one or more series of five one-hour or three 90-minute lessons that are limited to five students for an optimal learning environment. The registration kick-off is June 2 at Del Monte Golf Course at 10:30 a.m. After that date, juniors can register online.

Camp Carmel 831-625-0545 campcarmel@comcast.net Camp Carmel offers four week-long sessions running July 2 through July 27 at Potrero Canyon School in Carmel Valley. Cub Camp is for children in preschool or attending kindergarten in the fall; Bear Camp is for children who have completed K-3rd grade.

Half days and full days available.

Camp SEA LAB 831-582-3681 • campsealab.org Catch the summer camp wave with week-long day and residential summer camps, and tall-ship teen programs.

Each SEA week has a specialized focus on science, education and adventures including activities such as tidepooling, kayaking, sailing, snorkeling, surfing and ocean stewardship. Enhance your child’s ocean passion with exceptional experiences of a lifetime.

Chamisal Tennis and Fitness Club 831-484-1135 • www.chamisal.com Children will be treated to a summer filled with awesome activities including pickleball, tennis, basketball, and swimming. Also offering beginner’s tennis camp, high-performance tennis camp, and dedicated water/polo camp. Lots of great options with flexible scheduling– there is something for every child.

City of Seaside Summer Camps 831-899-6800 • www.ci.seaside.ca.us/ The City of Seaside Recreation Department hosts camps for preschool and school-aged youth in the summer.

There are many options available such as sports, full day and half day options, cheerleading and more.

The Dance Center 831-625-DANCE www.dancecarmel.com Summer camps at The Dance Center (TDC) offer a wide range of options for

the recreational or experienced dancer. Magical Adventures Camp includes themed half days (dance) for rising preschoolers and kinders. Ballet and Jazz/ Contemporary intensives cater to all levels (rising 1st graders) while Acrobatics & Hip-Hop Intensives and Musical Theater Camp include rising kinders.

JRGA PGA Sports Summer Academy www.JustinRussoGolfAcademy.com Each day of summer camp sessions will consist of play, instruction, practice, on course time, and games. The intent is to make sure all campers have a great week and improve their skills, knowledge and passion for the game of golf.

Open to ages 5-17.

Monterey Speech Therapy Reading Readiness Camp www.montereybayspeechtherapy.com 831-204-0019 Led by two Speech-Language Pathologists, this camp focuses on foundational skills for reading through play, music, art, and movement activities. Appropriate for children ages 4-6. Morning and afternoon sessions available July 30-August 3 in Pacific Grove.

MyMuseum Summer Camp 831-649-6444 • mymuseum.org Three summer sessions will be held June 4-8; June 18-22; and July 30-August 3. Summer camp is open to ages 6-8. Campers will play and experiment with unique hands-on exhibits and discover new friendships. Each day offers a new adventure focused on learning through play.

National Steinbeck Center Summer Writing Camp 831-775-4735 • www.steinbeck.org/ education/summer-writing-camps/

Featured

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Check out our featured summer camps to find a camp to fit every child and every interest. Be sure to book early, the most popular camps fill up quickly!

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The Young Writers Camp provides campers an opportunity to strengthen their writing skills through fiction, nonfiction, journaling, and other creative projects while exploring the legacy and style of writers like John Steinbeck.

The Young Writers Camp also includes exploratory activities, such as guest speakers on the art of storytelling, and inspirational field trips to local sites.

The Riding Academy Horse Camp 831-601-7477 www.theridingacademy.com Camp held daily from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with extended care available. Each camper is paired with an experienced helper for one-on-one guidance and instruction. Crafts, horse show, games, and prizes are also included during each session.

Rising Star Gymnastics 831-375-9335 • www.risingstargym.net Offering junior camps for ages 3-5, gymnastics camps for ages 5-12, and ninja camps for ages 5-12. Active, fun-filled days to keep children busy throughout the summer.

Santa Catalina Summer Camp 831-655-9386 • santacatalina.org Open to girls ages 8-14 in grades 3-9.

Santa Catalina offers 2, 3, and 5-week sessions with both day camp and boarding options. Activities include musical theatre, dance, visual arts, marine biology, robotics, equestrian, aquatics, surfing, sports, and much more.

Shoreline Church Summer Day Camp 831-655-0100 • http://shorelinechurch Children can venture onto an unchartered island where kids survive and thrive. Camp will be held July 16-20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. daily.

SPCA for Monterey County 831-264-5404 • www.spcamc.org The SPCA’s week-long summer day camp offers children a unique mix of fun, exciting, and educational handson experiences. Animal Camp builds self-esteem and nurtures compassion.

Campers develop an understanding of the shelter environment and a respect for all animals. Program activities include lessons in animal safety and handling, guided nature hikes on the SPCA grounds, and fun creative activities.

SpectorDance 831-384-1050 • www.spectordance.org The SpectorDance summer program is scheduled for June 25 – July 28 and includes week long dance camps for young dancers to explore creative movement and arts and crafts. The Eco-Dance Composition Workshop with Guest Artist Cinthia Conlon NcManus and DanceLab, a choreography experience designed to stimulate and inspire young dance-makers to practice activism through art are also scheduled.

Guest artist workshops and dance intensives are also available.

Stevenson School stevensonschool.org/summer Stevenson Summer Camp is a fiveweek day and boarding program for boys and girls ages 9 - 15. The program is located on the Pebble Beach campus. The camp program is a balance of academic enrichment in the morning workshops and sports and fun through the afternoon sports program. The resident campers have additional weekend and evening opportunities, including backpacking and field trips.

Stevenson Junior Camp is a day camp program for rising Kindergarten - Grade 4 girls and boys. The program

is located on the Carmel campus in a quiet residential neighborhood just minutes from the beach. The program offers special sessions including Tech Camp, Marine Biology and Surf Camp, Horseback Riding Camp, and more.

Mark Velcoff, MD Asthma Camp 831-757-3627 svmh.com/asthmacamp Sponsored by Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Asthma Camp offers practical education with SVMHS medical staff and fun outdoor physical activity supervised by Central Coast YMCA. Held July 16-20, camp is open to children with asthma 6 to 12 years old. $55 fee covers 5 days and each camper receives a t-shirt, fanny pack and interactive workbook.

VWS Condor Wilderness Camp www.ventanaws.org/education 831-3800-7421 VWS Condor Wilderness Camp lets teens interested in wildlife biology experience species recovery efforts through a unique inside look at what it takes to be a field wildlife biologist working with an endangered species.

Younger campers (ages 4-12) will enjoy weeklong camps, single day adventures, and half-day programs.

YMCA of the Central Coast 831-757-4633 www.centralcoastymca.org/ summercamp Summer Camps with the Central Coast YMCA combine group games, reading, swimming, field trips, STEAM, and more in daily camps–a new theme each week. Financial assistance is available so every youth has a chance to learn, grow and thrive this summer.

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ou are considering a summer camp, but how to choose? There’s a camp that is ideally suited for every child, providing a summer of growth and fun whether your child attends a day or overnight camp, a specialized or traditional camp. With a little help from the camp professionals at the American Camp Association, here is some sound advice that helps parents sort through the choices and benefits that camp delivers.

How to Decide When Your Child is Ready for Camp Children are ready for new experiences at different stages. Parents know their children best and these questions can help gauge whether this is the summer your child will start camp.

What is your child’s age, and what is your perception of his or her readiness level? Children under 7 who have not had overnight experiences may do better with a day camp as their first camp experience.

Has your child had positive overnight experiences away from home? Visiting relatives or friends?

Were these separations easy or difficult?

The Perfect Fit Camp can last for just a few days or stretch to all summer long. It’s well worth the trouble to investigate the variety of choices offered by camps before your child packs a backpack.

These questions help you consider the options.

Near or Far? Where do you want your child to go to camp? Locally or far away? While each camp experience has something unique to offer your child, this is an opportunity for families to assess what they value for their campers.

Benefits of Camp Nearby • Easier to evaluate and visit • Friends and family are likely familiar with camp • Minimal travel costs • Likely contact with classmates or children from same region Benefits of Camp Far Away • More choices • Different experiences, different geography, e.g., mountains or oceans—even different languages • Promotes independence, particu-

larly for adolescent campers • Diversity of campers • Chance for family to visit and vacation at close of camp More Choices Short or Long? Camps offer widely varying options to help parents and children reach their goals for summer fun and exploration. Talking with your child about the goals you both share helps determine which choice is right for you.

Benefits of Short Sessions (one-three weeks) • First-time or younger campers have a chance to learn new skills • Bonds develop with other campers and staff • Great exposure to camp experience with less expense • Minimizes homesickness Benefits of Longer Sessions (four-twelve weeks) • Strong sense of belonging to camp community • Chance to learn new skills • Development of specialized skills • Multiple opportunities for learning and enrichment

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• Lifelong friendships • Opportunities to contribute to camp culture Traditional, Specialty, and Specialty? Choices abound when it comes to camp programs. One may offer a variety of activities geared to campers of all ages and skill levels, others, because of their setting and expertise, may concentrate on one or two activities while providing traditional activities as well.

Benefits of Traditional Camps • Wide variety of activities • Chance for campers to try new activities • Exposure to more campers and staff

Sign up by April 17th and get

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June 25 - July 29 Intensives, Guest Artists, Camps, and Weekly Classes for all ages and levels.

831-384-1050 www.spectordance.org 3343 Paul Davis Drive, Marina, Ca 93933

Benefits of Specialty Camps • One or two specialized activities • Deepens knowledge and skill in particular area of interest or ability The Value of Camp for Every Child Making the decision tosend your child to camp opens up a world of discovery and learning for your child, For nearly one hundred years, the American Camp Association has been serving the camp community and families considering camp. Visit www.CampParents. org, to learn more about the camp experience, search the Find a Camp database, and explore the world of child and youth development.

For more information about child development and the camp experience, visit www.ACAcamps.org or call 1-800-428-CAMP (2267).

Originally printed in CAMP Magazine, reprinted by permission of the American Camp Association © 2015 American Camping Association, Inc.

2018 JRGA PGA Sports Summer Academy June 11-15th, June 25-29th July 16-20th, July 30-Aug 3rd Half Day $299 (12:30-3:30) Full Day $449 (12-5pm)

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Calendar March 2018

1 Thursday 9:00 A.m. Fort Ord National Monument Volunteer Days All projects are outdoors, including collecting native plant seeds, assisting with salamander research, removing invasive weeds, helping on habitat restoration and collecting data for grazing programs. Follow the signs from Lightfighter Drive to get to the venue. Open to all ages.

Held each Thursday in March.

For more information email: bdelgado@blm.gov or call 831-277-7690.

learn a new recipe for snack.

Make it, eat it and watch a movie while you enjoy.

Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-5669 3:30 P.m. JSL Kid’s Coding Club Kids learn beginner coding concepts to create their own unique project using “Scratch”.

No registration required, open to ages 9-13.

John Steinbeck Library 350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, 93901, 831-758-7311

2:00 P.m. Fairy Tale Week at Mymuseum Celebrate National Fairy Tale Day all week long. Sstorybook themed crafts and silly activities each day, included with admission 425 Washington Street, Monterey, 93940 831-649-6444

4:00 P.m. Teen Lounge First Thursdays If you are between the ages of 13 and 18, join us the first Thursday of each month from 4 to 5:30 PM. We have a blast enjoying creative expression in a relaxed atmosphere. Open mic, story slams, and games.

Harrison Memorial Library Ocean & Lincoln, Carmel, 93923, 831-624-7323

3:15 P.m. Teen Chef & a Movie Food in the library? Well, only if you make it. Come in and

4:00 P.m. CCL StopMotion Animation Class Learn to create an animated

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video one frame at a time.

Open to grades 5-8.

Cesar Chavez Library 615 Williams Road, Salinas, 93905, 831-758-7345 5:00 P.m. Disney’s High School Musical $3 suggested donation. Doors open at 5pm, show starts at 5:30pm.

Marina High School 298 Patton Parkway Marina, 93933 6:30 P.m. Infant Sleep Class for Expecting Parents This class is appropriate for families with babies up to three months. The fee for this 2.5 hour class is $50. $15 materials fee is required to reserve your spot and $35 due cash/check day of class Monterey Birth & Wellness Center, 4 Harris Court Suite A, Monterey, 93940 www.littleonesleep.com

2 friday 10:00 A.m. Jazz Bash

By The Bay Enjoy the many colorful forms

of American classic jazz including traditional, ragtime, swing, gypsy, zydeco and blues. Runs through March 4.

Monterey Conference Center 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, 93940, 831-754-8786 5:00 p.m. First Friday at Santa cruz Museum of Art Explore three floors of exhibitions for free, dance to live music, and get hands-on with an all-ages art activity.

705 Front Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, 831-429-1964 5:00 p.m. First Friday Downtown Santa Cruz Each month local businesses and art galleries team up with over 100 local artists. Each venue chooses and sponsors one or more artist who then can showcase his or her work.

Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, 95060, http://firstfridaysantacruz.com/category/january/ 5:00 p.m. First Friday Oldtown Salinas Galleries, shops, restaurants and other organizations in a

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10:00 A.m. Santa Cruz Polar Plunge Take a chilly winter run into the ocean to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics. The family-friendly event will include entertainment, games, awards and food and drinks. This year, we’re also inviting your furry friends with an added Puppy Plunge. Feel the Thrill of the Chill and benefit more than 20,000 Special Olympics athletes.

Rio Del Mar Beach 201 State Park Drive, Aptos, 95003, 925-944-8801

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2:00 P.M. Irish Dance Explosion Come join the Spirit of Salinas Irish Dancers in our St.Patrick’s Celebration Irish Dance Explosion.

Special guest appearance by the Int. Irish Class & WeeFeet Irish Class. Also we will be having live singing by Four on the Floor.

This is a free event for the public.

Salinas PAL Armory 85 Maryal Drive, Salinas, 93906, 831-424-4655

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9:00 A.M. Soothing Bunny Event Soothing Bunny is an event for children with special needs and those who would like time with the Easter Bunny in a quieter environment. Soothing Bunny arrives before the mall opens so kids have the opportunity to visit with Easter Bunny in a setting with dimmed lighting, no mall music and fewer guests. Children who visit Soothing Bunny in this more sensory-friendly environment also receive refreshments and are provided with a private area for games and a coloring project. Registration is required. The Soothing Easter Bunny is held in partnership with Autism Speaks.

Northridge Mall , 796 Northridge Mall, Salinas, 93906, www.shop-northridge-mall.com/soothing-easter-bunnyregistration

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9:00 A.M. Golf Course Easter Egg Hunt Take the kids to Pacific Grove and let them blow off some steam at this free, wildly fun Easter egg hunt for the whole family. The hunt happens on the driving range and hundreds of eggs are distributed around the grass, under the trees and even appear at some of the flagpoles.

Pacific Grove Golf Links, 77 Asilomar Blvd., Pacific Grove, 93950, 831-648-5775

10:00 A.M. Monterey Easter Egg Hunt Children, ages tots through 3rd grade, will have the opportunity to search for 6,000 eggs and 100 prize eggs. Finder of the lucky prize eggs will receive a free basket. Parents are not allowed inside the designated hunt areas. The hunt begins promptly at 10:00am. Each child is to bring a container for their eggs. Arrive early and enjoy face painting, a visit from the Wheelie Mobilee and take your picture with the Easter Bunny. For ages tots through 3rd grade. Rain plan: In case of rain, eggs will be distributed to the children at the Monterey Youth Center, 777 Pearl Street, Monterey.

Jack’s Ballpark, 451 Adams Street, Monterey, 93940, https://monterey.org 11:00 A.M. Annual Golden Egg Hunt A free family event for toddlers thru 5th grade. Includes arts & crafts, pony rides, petting zoo, bounce houses, Easter baskets, face paitning, 18,000 eggas, a visit by the Easter Bunny and much more. 986 Hilby Avenue, Seaside, 93955, 831-899-6800 11:00 A.M. Capitola Village Easter Egg Hunt Get a jump on the Easter Bunny with an egg hunt on the beach, in front of the Capitola Venetian Hotel. 100 Monterey Avenue, Capitola, 95010, 831-475-6522

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Our online calendar is updated daily at MontereyBayParent.com

Submit a Listing This calendar is dedicated to bringing our readers the most comprehensive list of family-friendly events in the Monterey and Santa Cruz areas.

If your organization or business has an event you’d like to share with our readers, go to MontereyBayParent. com, click on “events,” and click on “submit your event.”

It’s easy and it’s free.

Deadline to be included in the April issue is the 15th of March.

three-block area open their doors to visitors.

100-300 Blocks Main Street, Salinas, 831-594-1799 www.artistasunidos.org 6:00 p.m. First Friday pacific grove Shops, restaurants, and galleries in the downtown area participate.

831-655-9775, http://firstfridaypacificgrove.org

3 Saturday 9:00 A.m. The Home Depot Kid’s Workshop You and your child can construct a periscope to expand your view. All attendees must be accompanied by a parent or adult at all times. All kids get to keep their craft, receive a certificate, an apron, and a pin while supplies last.

The Home Depot 1890 North Davis Road, Salinas, 93907, 831-583-0778 The Home Depot 1590 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, 93955, 831-583-0778 10:30 AM. Bookshop Sidewalk Sales Pick up used book bargains at the monthly sale at John Steinbeck Library.

350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, 93901, 831-758-7311 11:00 AM. Living History Days Step back to the early days of San Juan. Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies, and more. Enjoy craft and cooking demonstrations. Enjoy an old-fashioned soda in the historic Plaza Hotel Saloon. Admission is adults $3.00, sixteen and under free.

San Juan Bautista State Historic Park 19 Franklin Street, San Juan Bautista, 95045 831-623-4526 11:00 AM. Project Scout Tax Assistance Project Scout offers volunteer income tax assistance and tax counseling for local residents during tax season at the downtown Santa Cruz Library.

Volunteers are trained by Internal Revenue Service and Franchise Tax Board personnel. Held Tuesdays and Saturdays through April 17.

224 Church Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, 831-427-7707

11:30 AM. JSL Tech Kids Photoshop Kids learn how to use Photoshop while creating a project to print out and take home each week. Open to ages 5 12. Held weekly.

John Steinbeck Library 350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, 93901, 831-758-7311 2:00 PM. Saturday Matinee Free movie screening and popcorn. Feel free to bring a cushion for your chair.

Seaside Branch Library 550 Harcourt, Seaside, 93955 831-899-2055 4:30 PM. Discover Marina Dunes Preserve Walk the sandy dunes at sunset as we learn about this ever-changing landscape. Discover how this relatively harsh environment creates a unique thriving community. Open to ages 10 and up.

Marina Dunes Preserve Highway 1 & Reservation Road, Marina, 93933 https://secure.rec1.com/CA/ monterey-peninsula-regionalpark-district/catalog

4 Sunday 8:00 A.m. Santa Cruz Half Marathon With several distances to choose from (5K, 10K, Half marathon), this event unites locals and out-of-towners, newbies and seasoned ath-

March Events letes alike.

400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, https://santacruzhalfmarathon.com 9:00 A.m. March Balance Bike Clinic Register for a clinic and learn how to ride a bike without using training wheels. Balance bikes are the ideal partner to introduce your young child to the concept of two wheels.

Also held March 11 and 18.

Ord Terrace Elementary School 1755 La Salle Avenue, Seaside, https://focmc.org 1:00 P.m. Sunday Seaside Crafts Create and take home a fun souvenir, an activity for the whole family to share. Held weekly in March.

Seymour Marina Discovery Center, 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, 95060 831-459-3800 2:00 P.m. CCL Family Movie Time Come view some of the best family-friendly movies.

Cesar Chavez Library 615 Williams Road, Salinas, 93905, 831-758-7345

5 monday 5:00 P.m. Family Night Come and enjoy the many activities provided such as billiards, ping pong, foosball and Wii video games. Also held March 12 and 19.

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Casanova Oak Knoll Center 735 Ramona Avenue, Monterey, 93940 831-646-3975 The Monterey Youth Center 777 Pearl Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-3975 Hilltop Center 871 Jessie Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-3975

6 tuesday 9:00 A.m. Community Day - Free Admission The Arboretum at UCSC is a research and teaching facility committed to plant conservation and serves both the campus and the public. Its rich and diverse collection provides beginning students with a broad survey of the plant kingdom.

1156 High Street, Santa Cruz 831-502-2998 10:00 A.m. $2 Tuesday!

These reduced admission days are offered on the first Tuesday of every month to all Monterey County residents.

Please bring current identification to verify your residence.

425 Washington Street, Monterey, 93940 831-649-6444 10:30 A.m. Chartwell School Campus Tuesday Tours During the Tuesday Tour, you will see a presentation from the Heads of School showcasing how ther lower and middle school literacy skills programs.

The campus tour will include a

classroom visit and the opportunity to ask questions about the admissions process. Please preregister.

2511 Numa Watson Rd. Monterey, 93955 831-384-3468 1:00 P.M. Free Tuesdays at The Monterey Museum of Art Every 1st Tuesday of each month the Museum of Monterey has free admission from 1 PM - 5 PM. Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-372-5477 3:30 P.m. Read Across America Party Celebrate reading and Dr. Seuss at our Read Across America Party. Stories, crafts, games and more. All ages welcome Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-5669

9 friday 12:00 P.m. Next Generation Jazz Festival One of the most inclusive festivals in the United States, the festival welcomes performances by middle, high school and collegiate groups of every kind: big bands, combos, vocal ensembles, vocal soloists, as well as conglomerate bands.

Runs through March 11.

Monterey Conference Center 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, 93940, www.montereyjazzfestival.org/NGJF

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E. Laurel Drive, Salinas, 93906 831-582-3686

8:15 A.m. Walk with the Doc: Inspiration Point Join local physicians for a walk outdoors to discuss the importance of incorporating a manageable fitness routine into your busy life.

Palo Corona Barn Highway 1, Carmel, 93923 www.mprpd.org 9:00 A.M. Open House at The Castro Adobe The two-story Rancho San Andrés Castro Adobe, built between 1848-49, is one of the finest examples of a rancho hacienda in the Monterey Bay area. The open house event is free to attend; donations greatly accepted.

184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, 95076 831-425-5849 10:00 A.m. Marina Block Party Big blocks, miniature kitchen plus other cool toys you don’t have at home. Also, fathers from the Dads Read program read stories.

Marina Branch Library 190 Seaside Circle, Marina, 93933 831-883-7507 10:00 A.m. Park Cleanup and Restoration in Salinas Return of the Natives invites you to volunteer to care for Salinas parks. Help clean up trash, remove weeds and trim large shrubs. All equipment provided.

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10:00 A.m. Santa Cruz Music Festival 2018 The Santa Cruz Music Festival is a first-of-its-kind event in Santa Cruz, delivering two days of curated, music-focused programming across more than a dozen venues, including more than 100 local arts performed in public spaces and local businesses. Also held Sunday, March 11.

Various locations in downtown Santa Cruz 707-318-8279 10:00 A.m. Santa Cruz Polar Plunge The Polar Plunge invites people to take a chilly winter run into the ocean to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics. The family-friendly event will include entertainment, games, awards and food and drinks. This year, we’re also inviting your furry friends with an added Puppy Plunge.

Rio Del Mar Beach 201 State Park Drive, Aptos, 95003, 925-944-8801 10:30 A.m. STEM Story-time Your preschooler is a scientisthelp them explore their world through books and hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math activities.

Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Monterey, 93940 12:00 P.m. SPCA Family Workshop Please join us in learning about pets and wildlife with the SPCA for Monterey County.

Cesar Chavez Library 615 Williams Road, Salinas, 93905, 831-758-7345 6:00 P.m. Sip the Peninsula 2018 MBOSC’s annual scholarship fundraiser. Wine and beer tasting with silent auction.

Cocktail attire. Appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages also provided.

1 University Circle, Monterey, 93940, http://mbosc.net/ event-2691675

11 sunday 8:00 A.m. Junior Golf Tournament Laguna Seca with AT&T Pebble Beach Junior Golf Association Junior Golf Tournament open to all kids 6-17 years old. Registration is available through

website and by phone.

Laguna Seca Golf Course 10520 York Road, Monterey, California 93940 831-625-1555

Four on the Floor. This is a free event for the public.

Salinas PAL Armory 85 Maryal Drive, Salinas, 93906, 831-424-4655

11:00 A.M. March Balance Bike Clinic Register for a clinic and come learn how to ride a bike without using training wheels. Balance bikes are the ideal partner to introduce your young child to the concept of two wheels. Due to the extremely low step-through entry point and the high cockpit, little ones can enjoy two wheels as soon as they can start walking.

Ord Terrace Elementary School 1755 La Salle Avenue, Seaside, https://focmc.org/ balance-bike-clinics/

2:00 P.M. CCL Family Movie Time Come view some of the best family movies of all time.

Cesar Chavez Library 615 Williams Road, Salinas, 93905, 831-758-7345

2:00 P.M. Irish Dance Explosion Come join the Spirit of Salinas Irish Dancers in our St.Patrick’s Celebration Irish Dance Explosion. Special guest appearance by the Int. Irish Class & WeeFeet Irish Class. Also we will be having live singing by

12 monday 9:00 A.M. Free Tours at Pacific Biological Laboratories The wonderful world of Monterey’s original marine biology opens up to the public for free tours. Reservations can be made over the phone by 4pm on the Friday before the tour date. Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled tour to confirm reservations.

800 Cannery Row, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-5640

14 wednesday 6:00 P.M. NorCal Bat

Rescue Meet live bats and learn about the important role they play in our environment. All ages welcome.

Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-5669 5:30 P.M. Wednesday Night Sailboat Races Harbor restaurants & the beach are great viewing areas to watch the sailboat races against the setting sun. Held weekly on Wednesdays.

Santa Cruz Harbor 135 5th Avenue, Santa Cruz, 95062, 831-475-6161

15 thursday 6:00 P.M. Frog Pond Walk-and-Talk Take a family-friendly walk around Frog Pond Wetland Preserve. While we’re walking, we’ll share stories about the history of this land and about the vast array of wildlife that make their permanent and seasonal homes here. Enjoy the sights and sounds of twi-

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16 friday 10:00 A.M. Easter Bunny Photos.

Kids will be eager to pose for photos with Mr. Bunny in the giant bunny garden. As a special bonus, children will take home bunny ears and a packet of flower seeds while supplies last. Photos available MondaySaturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

796 Northridge Mall, Salinas, 93906, www.shop-northridge-mall.com

5:30 P.M. Flight Night.

Are you interested in learning how to build and fly planes?

Come and learn why planes fly and how to design and build your very own plane. Open to ages 8-12 years.

The Monterey Youth Center 777 Pearl Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-3873

16 saturday 8:00 A.M. Color Me Green: Fun Run, Fun & Fit Fair & BBQ Participants will run or walk 5

9:00 A.M. Cutting Day All Monterey Peninsula gardening buffs are invited to this popular event to exchange softwood cutting materials, seedling plants, bulbs, potted plants, etc. The Parks Division will have free seedling trees available for the public.

Corner of Pacific and Jefferson Streets, Monterey, 93940 831-646-3860 10:00 A.M. Hummingbird Day Kids and grown-ups enjoy these amazing birds and the gardens that host them. Takehome craft making, face painting, lectures and workshops, garden tours and bird walks.

Buy souvenirs, plants, delicious food and drinks.

UC Santa Cruz Arboretum 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, 831-502-2998 6:00 P.M. Nature Night Hikes Meet at dusk and venture into the park for a 2-3 hour night hike. Switch off the flashlight, let your eyes adjust, and use heightened senses while exploring your nocturnal side.

Open to ages 12 to adult.

Palo Corona Barn Highway 1, Carmel, 93923 www.mprpd.org

18 sunday 8:00 A.M. Monterey Bay Antiques & Vintage Market This is a monthly outdoor free market.

930 Fremont St., Monterey, 93940, 831-684-7505 www.montereyantiques.com 9:00 A.M. Soothing

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4:30 P.M. Family Night Ride Do you have questions about the pros and cons of training wheels? Want to make sure your kid’s helmet fits properly? Join us at Ord Terrace Elementary in Seaside. We’ll have a limited number of balance and pedal bikes available for families to touch and try.

Bikes are available on a firstcome first-serve basis (no reservations), so it’s best to arrive on time. Before you ride, you’ll need to sign a waiver and get your helmet checked. If you need to buy a helmet, we’ll have some available for purchase.

1755 La Salle Avenue, Seaside, https://focmc.org/ events/2018/familynightride

kilometers with other members of the community and will be showered with green dye to mark stations they pass, leaving them colored in all green by the end of the run.

The run will be followed by a Fun & Fit Fair and barbecue.

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Frog Pond Preserve Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Del Rey Oaks, 93955, www.mprpd.org

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Offering 3 parent participation preschool programs for children 3 years old to kindergarten

• Dual-language Spanish preschool • Song, movement, dramatic play • Part-time and afternoon classes available • COMING SOON: Full-time childcare/ extended day preschool

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Bunny Event Soothing Bunny is an event for children with special needs and those who would like time with the Easter Bunny in a quieter environment. Soothing Bunny arrives before the mall opens so kids have the opportunity to visit with Easter Bunny in a setting with dimmed lighting, no mall music and fewer guests. Children who visit Soothing Bunny in this more sensory-friendly environment also receive refreshments and are provided with a private area for games and a coloring project. Registration is required.

Northridge Mall 796 Northridge Mall, Salinas, 93906, www.shop-northridgemall.com/soothing-easterbunny-registration 10:00 A.M. Secrets of a Beak Find out how we can look at the different shapes of birds’ beaks to know more about them. Through art, hands-on exploration, and observation we will come to know much more about this amazingly diverse group of creatures.

Open to ages 3-8.

Garland Park Vistor Center, 700 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, 93924 www.mprpd.org

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3:00 P.M. Life Size Candyland We’re bringing the famous board game to life with this interactive program. Open to grades 3rd-5th.

Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-5669

23 friday 1:00 P.M. Mallstars Mad Hatter Tea Party Children can meet their favorite characters from Alice in Wonderland. In this special event snacks, games and art projects are all part of the fun.

Northridge Mall 796 Northridge Mall, Salinas,

93906, www.shop-northridgemall.com/events/mallstarsmad-hatter-tea-party 4:00 P.M. Movie Screening & Stuffed Animal Sleepover Bring your stuffed animal and join us for a movie and craft Friday. Leave your stuffed animal overnight and return Saturday to collect a photo album of your fuzzy friend’s overnight adventures.

Movie and craft: Friday at 4:00 Pick-up: Saturday 12:00-1:00 Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-5669

24 saturday 10:00 A.M. Community Connect Carmel Dunes Restoration All volunteers will receive training and a special presentation on how to help protect the California Legless lizards who make their home in the dunes. All ages welcome. Come dressed to work (closed-toed shoes, layers).

RSVP required.

Carmel Beach, Ocean Avenue, Carmel, 93923, 831-624-1032 Use this link to RSVP: https://signup.com/client/ invitation2/secure/2023388/ false#/invitation 10:00 A.M. California Wildlife Day Celebration Recognize the first annual California Wildlife Day. Fun for all ages. Interactive booths, special presentations, nature and discovery walks, arts and crafts.

700 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, 93924 831-372-3196 10:00 A.M. Hidden Hills Easter Egg Hunt Two Easter Egg Hunts at 10-12 pm & 1-3 pm, $25 per car. Petting zoo, pony rides and more.

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10:00 A.M. Beach Cleanup at Del Monte Beach Join us for a beach cleanup at Zmudowski State Beach hosted by Surfrider Foundation.

Del Monte Beach Casa Verde Way, Monterey, 93940 831-272-2731

9:00 A.M. Golf Course Easter Egg Hunt Take the kids to Pacific Grove and let them blow off some steam at this free, wildly fun Easter egg hunt for the whole family. The hunt happens on the driving range and hundreds of eggs are distributed around the grass, under the trees and even appear at some of the flagpoles.

Pacific Grove Golf Links 77 Asilomar Blvd., Pacific Grove, 93950 831-648-5775

26 monday 3:00 P.M. Spring Crafts Celebrate spring with crafts for the whole family. All ages welcome.

Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940, 831-646-5669

28 wednesday 10:00 A.M. Native Plant Volunteer Day Garland Ranch Regional Park’s Visitor Center boasts a beautiful native plant garden and arboretum. This family friendly environment is designed to showcase the importance and value of local native plants. No experience necessary. Open to all ages.

700 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, 93924 www.mprpd.org 3:00 P.M. Dinosaur Crafternoon Stories, crafts and activities all about dinos. All ages welcome.

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10:00 A.M. Monterey city Easter Egg Hunt Children, ages tots through 3rd grade, will have the opportunity to search for 6,000 eggs and 100 prize eggs.

Finder of the lucky prize eggs will receive a free basket. Parents are not allowed inside the designated hunt areas.

The hunt begins promptly at 10:00am. Each child is to bring a container for their eggs. Arrive early and enjoy face painting, a visit from the Wheelie Mobilee and take your picture with the Easter Bunny. For ages tots through 3rd grade. Rain plan: In case of rain, eggs will be distributed to the children at the Monterey Youth Center, 777 Pearl Street, Monterey.

Jack’s Ballpark 451 Adams Street, Monterey, 93940, https://monterey.org 10:00 A.M. Cesar Chavez Day Park

Cleanup Return of the Natives invites you to volunteer to care for Salinas parks. Help clean up trash, remove weeds and trim large shrubs. All equipment provided. For information visit: csumb.edu/ro or emails friendsofron@csumb. edu 250 N Madeira Avenue, Salinas, 93905, 831-582-3686 11:00 A.M. Annual Golden Egg Hunt A free family event for toddlers thru 5th grade. Includes arts & crafts, pony rides, petting zoo, bounce houses, Easter baskets, face paitning, 18,000 eggas, a visit by the Easter Bunny and much more.

986 Hilby Avenue, Seaside, 93955, 831-899-6800 11:00 A.M. Capitola Village Easter Egg Hunt Get a jump on the Easter Bunny with an egg hunt on the beach, in front of the Capitola Venetian Hotel.

100 Monterey Avenue, Capitola, 95010 831-475-6522 11:00 A.M. Science Saturdays: Bees, Wasps, Honey & Hives Science Saturdays have a variety of hands-on science activities for guests of all ages.

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NEW! Meets last Tuesday of the month from 4-6:00 pm. Children ages 18 months to 4 years will explore painting, drawing, play dough, collage, printmaking and much more. Classes are FREE.

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Meets last Sunday of the month from 11am-12:00 pm. Songs will be selected for children under 5 but all ages welcome.

Bring a snack to this FREE event.

Classes made possible by a grant provided by the Arts Council of Monterey County–$5 donation is welcome.

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Chartwell School:

Empowering students who think and learn differently.

For students in grades 2 to 12 with dyslexia and other learning differences.

Join us for an Open House Tuesday, March 6 or April 17 at 10:30 am.

Admission and financial aid information available.

Register today at www.chartwell.org or call 831.394.3468

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