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7 Sonoma Family Life Wins Top Honors Stories for Families, Design, and multimedia all win!

10 Is Sebastopol On To Something?

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14 Money Smart Kids Ways to help your kids appreciate (and save) money.

16 3 Great Gardens to Put a Spring in Your Step These unique gardens are bursting with spring joy.

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onoma Family Life magazine has won three of the coveted magazine awards presented at the International Parenting Media Association’s (PMA) annual Editorial and Design Awards Competition in Philadelphia. This competition is designed to recognize excellence in journalism, photography, and design achieved by regional family publications.

Sonoma Family Life magazine won Best Column on Family Matters for its “Harvest of the Month” column.

“This column showcases a great way for parents to incorporate new vegetables and healthy choices into their family’s life. It’s a good resource for getting kids to try new foods and informs readers along the way about how and where to make good food and lifestyle choices,” said the judges. Sonoma Family Life also won awards for its striking cover art and Best Use of Multimedia for its use of Augmented Reality.

PMA represents over 100 magazines from across the United States, Australia and Canada, meeting the highest caliber of journalism, which choose their very best work throughout the year to enter in the competition. “This competition represents the best of the best among leading regional family www.sonomafamilylife.com

magazines,” says founder and publisher Sharon Gowan.

Professor Daryl Moen of the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism coordinated the annual contest. A panel of judges reviewed the 705 entries submitted in the competition to choose the winners in each category. All judges drew upon significant professional experience in selecting the winners.

“The purpose of the PMA awards competition is to encourage a high level of journalistic performance and service to communities by recognizing editorial excellence and outstanding visual presentation in parenting publications,” said PMA Executive Director C. James Dowden.

“We’re thrilled! We won top awards in three categories—for excellent writing, design, and multimedia (for our use of augmented reality).

We’re truly a local publication, and often compete against publications that are part of large national media companies, so the competition is fierce. It’s great that our wonderful local staff has been recognized internationally for their award-winning work. And most importantly, that we’re providing top quality coverage to our loyal local readers,” said Gowan. ¶ April 2014

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breeze and the sunshine on your skin, getting into the dirt and choosing what you want to pick, actually harvesting your own produce, can make the food taste that much sweeter.

By Maria Wood

y 8-year-old sat in the back seat bemoaning her fate, upset that she had to go to a farm on a Sunday afternoon instead of hanging out at the pool with her friends. Her

younger twin sisters joined in on the grumblings.

“Look at the view,” I proposed while staring out at the expansive area of green hills between Sebastopol and Tomales Bay. Nope. They were not going to smile out of principle. As I glanced at the rearview mirror and saw my glum daughters, I wondered if my plan was going to backfire.

The Network for a Healthy California highlights a different produce each month through their Harvest of the Month (HOTM) program to draw attention to the great bounty of our state and to educate the public about the health benefits of eating fruits and vegetables. Each time I research a new article, I try to incorporate more of that produce into our own diet at home.

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Salad greens were coming up as the next featured produce and my family, like most Americans, like salad. In the United States, lettuce is the second most popular vegetable, behind potatoes, and Americans eat about 30 pounds each of lettuce every year.

That’s about five times more than in the early 1900s. In California, green salad is the most commonly eaten vegetable by children. But as fond as my kids are of the four main varieties— butterhead, romaine, red and green leaf—they’re not so keen on dark, leafy greens such as chard and kale When I heard about Bloomfield Farm’s u-pick program, I wanted to give it a try. I know that sometimes going out into the field, feeling the April 2013

I glanced back in the rearview mirror and announced, “We’re almost there.” The girls looked at each other and held an impromptu eye-rolling contest.

Despite the odds, I’m happy to report that the experiment was an unequivocal success. Within five minutes of getting out of the car, all three girls were running through the rows in the field, smiling and laughing.

They were so excited to choose what to pick next, and then carry it to the wagon. When I finally persuaded them to get back into the car and leave, we hadn’t even made it to the end of the driveway before they were asking, “When are we going again? Can we go to the farm next weekend?”

Now, for the next test. When we reached home, I reminded them of the simple recipe Farmer Mike had given us when I asked him about the chard and kale the girls had picked out. He said to sauté them with a little olive oil along with one of the leeks we had picked (thinly sliced). Well, I’ve tried sautéing kale for them a couple of times before, but they didn’t like it.

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the garden, but they thought it was too bitter. This time, miracle of miracles, it worked. They loved it. Did the vegetables themselves taste better than usual? Was it the thrill of picking it on their own? I don’t know. What I do know is that I’ll be visiting Bloomfield Farms throughout their u-pick season.

They were so excited to choose what to pick next.

The farm has been growing produce for local stores, farmers’ markets and their CSA program for several years. But the u-pick Sundays began just last year, and the event was so popular that it is being expanded to both Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.. This year’s season begins Saturday, April 13 and runs to around Thanksgiving time. The price is $30 to fill up a large box. It seemed to me that I got about twice as much produce as I would have been able to buy at Whole Foods for that price.

On top of that, it’s a great experience filled with sunshine and laughter and you get to meet the farmer and learn where your food comes from. And, depending on the day, the farm will hold community-style pay-what-you-can brunches, kid’s activities and more. ¶ For more details, visit bloomfieldfarmsorganics.com www.sonomafamilylife.com

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Celebrating “Homegrown Petaluma” Little Library Love

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hat if you could have a little library on your corner where you could drop off a great book that you’d love to share and pick up a new one to love. Your neighbors in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Guerneville, and Sonoma are part of a nationwide movement to encourage people to do just that.

All parents know how quickly children change interests and love new stories, and kids books are extremely popular at little libraries. Drop off your Thomas the Tank Engine books and pick up some free Curious George adventures to keep things fresh.

You never know what you’re going to find. “The only challenge so far has been keeping enough children’s books available,” said Chris Cates who created a little library modeled after her 1920’s bungalow home in Santa Rosa. She rotates the book supply every three to four days to keep things new and exciting.

Carl Shuller created his own little library at 632 Laurel Street in Petaluma using recycled, found materials. “It cost $5 total for the screws and took two hours to build,” he said. He said that the best part is how popular the little library is and how it has helped bring neighbors together. “I see neighbors talking for the first time [at my little library] who have lived near each other for a long time,” Shuller said.

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etaluma’s 33rd Annual Butter and Eggs Days celebrate all things hatched, incubated, planted, and raised in this homey hometown. Do you have backyard chickens? Did you grow some tomatoes last summer? Do you plant bulbs in your yard? Are you raising kids (the kind that eats grass or the kind that eats Cheddar Bunnies)? This is a celebration for you!

The community parade showcases the best of Petaluma and Petaluma’s history. The 100-unit parade features over 3,000 participants, more than a hundred volunteers and supports every aspect of community life.

Activities before, during and after the parade include four blocks of exhibit space for arts and crafts exhibitors, food vendors, sponsor booths, community and nonprofit booths, and a large area to entertain youngsters with inflatables, rides, and hands-on activities.

Don’t miss one of the North Bay’s largest events in downtown Petaluma on April 26th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The parade starts at noon. ¶

National Library Week is April 13—19. Go to littlefreelibrary.org to find a little library near you or for help in creating your own. ¶

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La Tercera Gaining STEAM La Tercera is working to become the first STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) elementary school in Sonoma County. To that end, in January they held a Science Family Night for students to show off their science fair projects and the projects they built in different classes, including catapults and bouncy balls.

In February, they hosted their first annual Salute to STEM Night where local businesses, high schools, and college clubs modeled their expertise. Telescopes were set up to view Jupiter; Technology High School students guided La Tercera students through strawberry DNA extraction; and Petaluma High filled the center of the campus with their giant interactive whale sculpture.

More recently, PG&E awarded La Tercera a Bright Ideas Grant and the National Education Association awarded them a Learning and Leadership Grant to fund three teachers and the PTA president to attend the US News STEM Solutions Conference in Washington, D.C. in April.

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New Sebastopol Mayor Robert Jacob Changing Perceptions About Mayors and Marijuana.

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he antennae is always up for parents, as they scan the horizon both near and far, for events, people, situations that would influence their children. Ever watchful, parents might find themselves making a benign shrug if asked to decide whether a street corner needs a stop sign or a stop light.

On the other hand, parents will sit upright, backs straight, at full attention, when they find out the mayor of their city owns two medical marijuana dispensaries.

Robert Jacob understands that. Jacob is mayor of Sebastopol and the first person from the medical marijuana industry to be selected as mayor of an American city. Jacob owns and operates two dispensaries, one in Sebastopol, one in Santa Rosa. His is a unique position, a steward for the public making his living selling a drug regarded as illegal by the federal government while 20 states, including California, have either legalized or decriminalized medical marijuana.

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Yes, it’s complicated.

So, Mister Mayor, describe the balance between the two.

Specifically how are you an advocate for public health while at the same time making available a drug that could wind up in the hands of children? Parents are indeed curious about that.

Jacob, 36, responds first with a fact.

“Less than one percent of the people who come to my dispensaries are under 25 years old,” Jacob said.

“The people who come tend to be sick and in need of help to make them comfortable. We have many adults in their 40s and 50s.”

Robert Jacob is changing perceptions.

Jacob gives his thoughts on medicinal marijuana.

Jacob’s client base may be well out of high school but the mayor is quite cognizant that marijuana’s appeal crosses all borders of age, gender, economic and social standing.

“In the end,” he said, “the goal is to keep cannabis out of the hands of those not old enough or mature enough to handle it.”

Ever the realist Jacob also understands that human beings like to test boundaries. In doing so abuses occur, whether it’s comfort eating that leads to diabetes or disregarding common sense and consuming substances that can do irreparable harm.

“We all know the image of the belligerent drunk,” Jacob said.

Jacob paused waiting for the obvious answer that came from this writer.

“And yet alcohol is still sold,” I said.

“Yes,” Jacob said, “alcohol is still sold.”

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reality is far too obvious and present to ignore an uncomfortable truth.

“When I talk to young people,” Jacob said, “they tell me it is easier to get cannabis than it is alcohol.”

Tara Kelly, 43, is well aware of that.

A mother of a 13-year old boy and a 7-year old girl, Kelly has spent her entire life living in Sebastopol. A former school teacher, Kelly has a very clear opinion of marijuana.

“You don’t want to spend your life high,” said the Analy High School graduate. “You want to savor life.

Life is precious.”

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“The parents are really more interested in using marijuana than the kids,” she said.

Based on her experience as a lifetime Sebastopol resident, Kelly also has a very clear opinion on what demographic group is most likely to use cannabis.

Kelly has experienced first-hand the positive effect of marijuana use. The mother of a close friend of Kelly’s was dying of cancer. The woman went to one of Jacob’s dispensaries and received medication. While the pain from her disease did not

dissipate completely, she was made comfortable.

“Her mother had never touched the stuff,” Kelly said. “Yet she was able to die consciously, that is, marijuana allowed her to be conscious and without discomfort in her final days.”

As a mother, Kelly continually encourages her children to make

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sound, intelligent decisions. “Parent involvement” is not an empty promise for her, something that sounds good in social circles. Her children go to a Waldorf school. They are taught to think for themselves.

“They are taught to be conscious decision-makers,” she said.

Kelly, along with her husband and children, represent the city’s independent mindset. If a medicinal marijuana dispensary were to ever find a home in the United States, Sebastopol indeed would be one of the first cities to welcome it.

“We are a pretty progressive city,” she said. “This is very Sebastopol.”

“If you maintain a black market for the drug,” Jacobs said, “you hold the value high (for the marijuana). Making it legal you control the product, you tax the product and the value of cannabis drops, thereby decreasing the criminal element. The revenue opportunities to local and state agencies are huge.”

According to an Associated Press report, the state of Colorado collected in January approximately $2.01 million in marijuana tax, 12.9 percent sales tax and a 15 percent excise tax.

Including licensing fees, Colorado collected about $3.5 million from the marijuana industry in January according to the AP. Jacob said his businesses, Peace in Medicine, have sponsored the occasional Sebastopol school event— anonymously. “We don’t do any advertising to create the perception that marijuana is behind it,” he said. “It is the event that matters.

Community involvement is the purpose,” he said.

“I couldn’t be in this position if I couldn’t garner the respect of many types of individuals.”

Even progressive cities are not immune to violence and crime. Kelly believes some of that dangerous behavior can be reduced by decriminalizing marijuana.

“There’s the other side of marijuana and it’s a big, nasty business,” she said.

“It’s right here in Sebastopol. I wish the black market element was removed. In that sense I agree with the mayor.”

Jacob advocates legalizing the drug for what he considers the most logical of reasons: reducing the crime that surrounds it.

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If it’s possible to run a medical marijuana dispensary without a lot of splash and dash, Jacob makes that attempt. On his Sebastopol city website Jacob’s ownership of his two marijuana dispensaries is not listed.

“Would the owner of a cement plant list that in his profile?” Jacob said. “Is that a defining factor for him?”

Jacob wants to be seen as more than “the pot mayor,” as he has been referenced on the street. He worked in San Francisco to help homeless HIV-AIDs patients and those

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involved with alcohol and drug use. His history of working with nonprofits is long and extensive. He also has worked long and substantial hours in Sebastopol to quell fears that Cheech Marin is not running the city and that Sebastopol’s children are no more at risk than when he first was elected to the city council in 2012.

“I couldn’t be in this position if I couldn’t garner the respect of many types of individuals,” Jacob said.

His mother is Iranian. His father is Mexican. He is gay. He is Latino. He

he needs to live it. He wakes up each morning at 5:30 a.m. and checks his emails to 7:30 a.m. He works out seven days a week from 8–9 a.m., lifting weights, jogging, jumping rope. He stops working usually at 11 p.m. His time is split between helping to run the city with the other council members as well as running his dispensaries.

“A 100-hour week is not abnormal,” he said. “Eighty hours is typical.”

Jacob’s lifestyle—in all of its angles— does not represent the common mayoral resume. For Sebastopol’s residents, they consider that a

Making it legal you control the product, you tax the product and the value of cannabis drops, thereby decreasing the criminal element. is the Rainbow Coalition who has a city staff of 56 and a dispensary staff of 50.

“I think my background allows me to see things from many perspectives,” he said. “I have been fortunate that my background has allowed me to do that.”

He is a businessman and out front with what he does. The Sebastopol building that houses Peace in Medicine, the name of his dispensaries, does not evoke the stereotype of a smoky, lifeless drug den populated by people living on the margins. It is a rather ordinary, two-story building on a Sebastopol main street. Inside it has the ambiance of a clinic, maybe even a spa.

“I advocate responsible and safe access to cannabis,” Jacob said.

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compliment. Sebastopol has never tried to be like any other city. They are a nuclear-free zone, a symbolic gesture if nothing else. They require solar power on new homes and commercial buildings. They restrict, if not eliminate altogether, drive-though businesses and chain stories.

Sebastopol is as green as grass itself, as left of center as possible without leaving the U.S. Constitution—a copy of which is in the lobby of City Hall, by the way. The city would like to think of itself as the intelligent, mature and earth-friendly way to interact.

Open your mind, Sebastopol asks.

“It (medical marijuana dispensaries) may not be something I would do,” said Tara Kelly, “but it seems to be working here.” ¶ Bob Padecky , father of two, spent 26 years as a sports columnist for the Press Democrat. He recently retired, but not really.

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Money Smart Kids oney sure doesn’t grow on trees, but that doesn’t mean that parents shouldn’t cultivate strong saving habits in their kids. In the world of debt capacity, working capital, and terminal values, it has become a daunting task for parents to prepare their children for the world of finance. It has also become imperative with families

struggling with salary cuts, expense inflations, and increasing credit card balances. April is National

Community Banking Month; following some simple rules and using some of the tools available can make money matters fun and rewarding for our future Trumps, Buffetts, and Rockefellers.

“The challenge is commercials. All my son thinks about is what he wants to buy next,” said Amy Grooms, mother of two in Willits.

Kids have been shown to understand the work-reward concept as young as three years of age. A simple and effective tool to reinforce good behavior and setting the foundation for strong savings in their future is to start a simple Three Jar System. First, find three clear jars. Kids love to see their treasure pile up. Then label the jars Spending, Savings, and Giving. The Spending jar is money that can be used on a whim. Your child can choose to buy what they like, but when it’s gone, it’s gone. Resist the urge to bend to their demands for more after they have chosen to burn through their spending cash. Before long they will be prioritizing their purchases and exercising their own budget.

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“Saving teaches them to really think about the want/ need aspect of the purchase. If they chose to buy it they tend to take better care of it,” said Karen Gupta, mother of three in Redwood Valley.

Savings is for the money they are putting away long term, it is their savings account until they open an actual account at the bank. The last jar, Giving, is for those instances in life that arise where someone in your community needs help. Whether a favorite charity, the collection plate, or a friend going through a tough time that could use a helping hand, but it is important that your child learns to choose which philanthropies to assist. Following up by volunteering or visiting where those funds are being put to use reinforces that your child has the potential to make our world a better place.

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“I like to save my money for toys or doing fun stuff,” said Avary Banks, age seven from Ukiah. “My class has also been donating all our change to Coins for Kids.”

Giving an allowance and having your child disperse their money into the jars allows them to understand how the financial world will work as they become more responsible for their expenses. Paying your children in exchange for completion of chores will provide them with a work ethic and a sense of pride from earning their own money. A quarter for picking up their toys, fifty cents for setting and clearing the dinner table and a dollar for helping with yard work will provide great dividends for their future.

Opening a savings account with your child anytime around five to seven years of age gives them an opportunity to learn about interest and somewhere to place the proceeds from a full Savings jar where it will be safe. Explaining that the bank will pay them to keep their money safe is exciting for a kid that has worked so hard to get their jar brimming with cash and coins. It also gives them a sense of being grown up, walking into such an adult world and having their money documented in their savings book with each visit.

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be renamed debt cards,” said Sherry Glavich, mother of two in Ukiah.

education by sponsoring classes and camps directed towards financial education. Operation HOPE, an The risks of credit and debt make Oakland non-profit whose mission is it all the more important to discuss financial dignity, has partnered with fiscal matters of the household Union Bank to offer a free five-week with your child. Helping them program in personal finance for understand the family budget, students from ages eight through expenses and how you decide when twenty-four focusing and where the family’s on empowerment, money is spent will Opening a responsibility, and give them the tools savings account hope. Students are that they need when with your child taught Basics of they are going away to anytime around Budgeting, Checking school and having to five to seven and Savings accounts, keep their own budget.

Fundamentals years of age Make sure to show and of Credit, and an gives them an educate them on what Introduction to Savings opportunity a check and credit and Investing. The card are and their to learn about courses use practical differences. Focus on interest applications of real how those differences world circumstances can affect their financial and hands-on calculations to coach health and the consequences the students on what waits for them of abusing these resources. as they enter the workforce. Check Being honest with the state of out operationhope.org to learn more accounts is also an important about this program. lesson that kids can learn from, Following a plan and being involved especially when times are tough. with your kids, finances shouldn’t Teaching that there will be end when they leave for college. Ask times when you have to choose to stay in the loop with money issues between draining that and major decisions as they venture savings account that you’ve out in the world. Ensuring that a worked so hard to build or young adult learns to stay within tightening up on expenses their budget and consistently saves a will be beneficial when little for the future will set them up future challenges arise. for success when the time comes to “I am saving to go to college purchase a home, car, or start their and get a good education,” said own business. ¶ Tammy Cooley, age thirteen John Corippo is a husband and from Ukiah. father to two sons that lives in Banks and credit unions are now starting to step up in order to fill a need in the future generation’s April 2014

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pril is when Northern California is blooming with color and beautiful flowers— buttery orange poppies, purple lavender, roses of all shades start to open their faces to the sun.

The hills are green! The bees are buzzing about with their legs afluff with yellow pollen. It’s time to get outside and enjoy it! Put down your phone, grab your family, and breathe in these beautiful spaces. There are plenty of beautiful gardens in our area, but here’s a few that stand out.

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Cornerstone Gardens in Sonoma Cornerstone Gardens is not your average garden. It is an ever-changing series of walk-through gardens displaying new and innovative designs from the world’s finest landscape architects and designers. It is the first gallery-style garden in the United States covering nine acres celebrating art, architecture, and nature, and an inspiring place to explore for all ages.

Come see the area entitled “Stone’s Throw” which was created for people to experience a stone from an ant’s-eye view. Imagine you are an ant on a pebble, climb to the top, and get a great overall view of the gardens. Children also love the daisy border featuring a giant row of classic daisy pinwheels turning in the breeze. And enjoy the “Garden of Contrast” featuring flowing grasses interplanted with the dramatically contrasting pointed fronds of agaves and punctuated by bright poppies. There is also an art gallery, beautiful stores, and a great restaurant to enjoy right on the property. Make it a day! Cornerstonegardens.com April 2014 www.sonomafamilylife.com

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The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens in Fort Bragg Roaming through a beautiful garden filled with Café Au Lait and Pari Taha Sunrise dahlias then heading over to the edge of the rocky cliffs to watch the waves of the Pacific Ocean crashing down below is just what you need to remember the earth’s beauty. The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens also has a children’s garden with a fairy house building area, a tiny vegetable garden, playhouse, and more designed with toddlers and the littlest visitors in mind.

In April look for early rhododendrons, camellias, daffodils, magnolias, cherry trees, and the Pacific Coast iris to be in bloom. Then gaze out at the water and look for gray whales as they head north to their cold water summer feeding grounds. Check out gardenbythesea.org.

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family is actually having a brain food adventure!

It turns out berries have antioxidants associated with increased memory and cognitive functioning. It’s more than just fun to go out and pick berries under the shining sun and a blue sky, it’s also nature’s way of increasing your little ones, fine motor skills. So forget about stringing beads when blackberries everywhere are ripe for the picking.

But berries are just the beginning. Experts agree one of the best ways to help children concentrate in school is to encourage a healthy diet. But anyone with a willful child knows that feeding him or her “brain food” is not always an easy task. Here are four more ways to create brain food adventures with your children that will get them asking for more.

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Leafy Greens Some kids hate to eat their greens. But they’re important brain foods because greens like spinach and kale are full of folate and vitamins, which help with learning and memory.

“Kale contains sulforaphane, a molecule that has detoxifying abilities, and diindolymethane, which helps new brain cells grow,” says Drew Ramsay, coauthor of 50 Shades of Kale. One way to get kids to eat their greens is through super smoothies.

They’re packed with spinach and kids won’t even know it’s there. Here’s how:

Go-to smoothie • 1 cup orange juice • 6 to 7 ice cubes • 1 cup fresh baby spinach leaves • ½ cup vanilla yogurt • ½ banana • Blend until smooth and enjoy.

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Eggs contain concentrated protein to support energy levels and growing brain cells.

Prevention magazine says the choline found in eggs is “vital for the creation of memory stem cells, formed deep within our brains.”

Love Toast Here’s a happy way to start the day with your kids. Using a three-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out a heart shape in the middle of a piece of bread and toast the heart-shaped bread.

• Melt 1½ tsp. butter in a pan and put in the rest of the bread.

• Fit a cookie cutter, coated with cooking spray, in the bread’s cutout heart, and crack egg inside cutter.

• Cook until egg is set, 2–3 minutes.

• Use tongs to remove cutter.

• Serve with toasted heart for dipping into yolk.

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Purple cauliflower is beautiful, low in sugar, high in fiber, and full of vitamins that help regulate mood, memory, and attention levels. It is a brain food that parents don’t usually think about and can be made into a delicious (and pretty) dip for veggies. Every child will eat their veggies when it comes with a yummy dip.

Perfect Purple Cauliflower Dip • 1 head cauliflower (2 pounds), cut into florets • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1/4 teaspoon whole cumin seeds • Coarse salt • 1 cup plain yogurt • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Heat oven to 425 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, drizzle cauliflower with oil and sprinkle with cumin. Season with salt. Roast, stirring once, until golden brown and tender, about 25 minutes. Let cool.

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Cazadero Music Camp. Unique blend of musical instruction & outdoor recreation. Ages 9–18. June 16– Aug. 8. 510-527-7500.

Boys & Girls Club of Geyserville Summer Program. Ages 6–18. May–Aug., Mon.–Fri., 7 a.m.–6 p.m. 857-3214.

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Boys & Girls Club of Cloverdale Summer Program. Ages 6–18. June–Aug., Mon.–Fri., 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m. 894-5063.

Broadway Kids Camp. Transcendence Theatre's team of professionals will take your child through a series of musical theatre workshops, in addition to a series of master classes ( puppetry, clowning & improv).

Ages 8–18. 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. July 24–29.

Perf. 7:30 p.m. July 25 & 26. $425/student.

1-877-424-1414. ttcsonoma.org.

Cotati Music to My Ears. “Joseph & the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat.” Come sing, dance, act & prepare a full musical theater production on stage! Ages 2–5 yrs., 10 a.m.–noon; 6–12 yrs. 1–3 p.m; 13–18 yrs., 7–9 p.m. M–W. June– Aug. $500/8 wk. production. 664-0123.

SucherNova Farm Camp. Campers learn about land & animal stewardship. Enjoy crafts & music. Family show end of week. Ages 4–12.

M–F. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. June–Aug. $175/wk.

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TGA Premier Junior Golf Camp for Kids at Washoe Creek Gold Course. Start with short-course instruction then play on the executive course. Ages 5–12. June–Aug., 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Mon.–Fri. $349 full day, $179 half day. 415-897-0423. golftga.com/northbay.

Graton Pacific Christian Academy Summer Day Camp. Days are fun & full. Gardening, preparing & eating veggies, games, music, singing, arts & crafts & science experiments.

1–6th grade. 8:30–1 p.m. $170/wk. $5/ hr. before & after care. 823-2880.

Healdsburg Boys & Girls Club of Healdsburg. Ages 6–18.

May–Aug., M–F., 7 a.m.– 6 p.m. 433-4479.

Fitch Mountain Summer Day Camp. Starting our 29th yr. of providing quality, affordable,

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M–F. 431-1412.

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Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Modern. July 17– 31.

431-7617.

Healdsburg Center for the Arts Summer Art Camp. Crafting, sewing, cooking, painting and weaving. Ages 6–12. June 16–July 25.

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Healdsburg Community Nursery School Summer Camps. "Hands on fun" including art, cooking, science & gardening! Ages 3–5.

M–Th. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $208/ two wk. sessions: June 16–26 & July 14–24. 433-1817.

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Camp Doodles. We offer a fun & engaging residential camp program where kids can hike, swim, boat, explore & play with traditional, good old-fashioned summer camp activities. Marin Ranch Camp is part of the Camp Doodles family. Ages 7–17. Grades 9–12 Leadership Program. Aug. 12–16.

3-tiered pricing (see website for details). marinranchcamp.org.

Occidental Coyote Camp at Ocean Song Farm & Wilderness Center. Wilderness Exploration, Swimming, Organic Gardening, Tracking, Storytelling. Ages. 5–12. M–F. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $265–$325 week. oceansong.org.

Westminster Woods Camp. Kids grow into their own sense of self & feel God’s love. June 23–July 27. $275–$595/week. 874-2426.

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Horsemanship, horse care, horse-related activities. Ages 5–18. 9 a.m.–noon.

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Active Sports Club–Petaluma Summer Day Camp. Crafts, activities, swimming & weekly themes. Ages K–12th grade. M–F. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 766-8080.

Adventure Chicks Petaluma. A group of girls having fun getting fit exploring beaches & parks. Ages 11–14. M–Th. 9 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Jun–Aug. $40 daily or sign up for 10 sessions@$35 daily. 530-412-3218.

Boys & Girls Club Summer Day Camps.

Games, art projects & sports. 769-5322. petalumabgc.org.

Monday- Friday 7:30 am- 6 pm

Cinnabar Theater Camps. Musical theater acting camp. 3&4 week sessions, 3 camps to choose from! Ages 6–18. June–Aug. $600.

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Discovery Hub. Discover & explore our world thru hands-on learning activities in a fun & exciting environment. Ages 6–12. One Day

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For the Love of Art Studio Camps. It’s all about being creative & having fun! There will be lots of art projects to create to take home or give as gifts. Ages 3–12. M–F. 9 a.m.–noon. June–Aug. $45/day–$200/week.

415-336-9277.

Kinder Kickz Soccer. Soccer games & activities improving motor, social & soccer skills in a fun & positive environment. Ages 3–6 & 6–8. 9 a.m–noon. Mon.– Thur. July 21–July 31. $120. 953-2603.

Outside in Nature at Tara Firma Farms.

Reconnect your child w/all aspects of the Natural World. All activities will be playful & safe while challenging & stretching your ‘comfort zone’. Ages 6–12. M–F. 9 a.m–3 p.m.

June–Aug. $300/wk. $25 off “buddy” sign-ups.

225-2404.

Petaluma Park & Rec. M–F. Camp Sunshine, Ages 3–K. Kids Club, Grades 1–5. Camp K2, Grades 6–8. Teen Escape, Grades 9–10.

Leadership Challenge, Grades 9–12. Leader In Training, Grades 9–12. Filming Camps, Ages 7–13. Engineering Camps (using Legos), Ages 5–12. Kidscience Adventures, Ages 6–12.

Wellness Camp, Ages 1–14. Chef Camp, Ages 9–11. Sports Camp, Ages 7-12. Junior Tennis, Ages 5–14. Fencing, Ages 7–12. For schedule/ rates, call 778-4380. cityofpetaluma.net.

Petaluma School of Ballet Summer Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap & Character dancer.

Ages 2–adult. M–Sat. Prices vary. 762-3972. petalumaschoolofballet.com.

Petaluma School of Music Summer Programs. 775-3655. petalumaschoolofmusic. net Petaluma Valley Athletic Club Camp. Sports & Splash Camp, CIT Camp & Tot Camp. M–F. Ages 3 & up. 9 a.m–3:30 p.m. June 9–Aug. 15.

Member $208. Guest $228. 789-9898.

Redwood Empire Gymnastics. Gymnastics, swimming, field trips, arts & crafts, games, & sports. Ages 4–12. Monday through Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $220.00 per week, $48 per full day – all full day campers must be 5 years or older. $29 for the morning (9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.) or afternoon (12:30 p.m.–4 p.m.) 763-5010.

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Family Expo & Camp Fair, Friday April 11 Spanish Immersion. Culturally rich drama, art, music & sports. Entering Grades 1–4 in Sept.

2014. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. M–F. June–Aug. $295.

782-1084.

Spring Hill Summer Camp. Toddler: Under the Sea & Gardening. Pre-K & Kindergarten: Human Body Detectives & Healthy Bodies.

Elementary: Architecture, Modern Art, African Safari, & Shakespeare. Ages 18 mos.–9 yrs. M–F. June 23–Aug. 15. 8 a.m.–3 p.m. $185–$315/week. 763-9222.

St Vincent’s High School Summer Camp. M–F. June–Aug. Visit our website. svhs-pet.org.

Thompson Quarter Horses. Riding, horse care, activities, games & more. Ages 5–18. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Mon.–Thurs. June–Aug. $250/wk.

773-3981.

Wildlife Summer Camp. Innovative program about animals, science & nature. Ages 7–12. 10 a.m–4 p.m. $250/week. 778-4787.

YMCA Petaluma Summer Adventure Camp at Grant School. Visit our website for specific programs for age groups/schedules/rates. scfymca.org. 544-1829.

Rohnert Park Boys & Girls Club Camp. Themed weeks. Ages 6–18. June 2–Aug. 1. 7 a.m.– 6 p.m. $75/week.

Pay by May 8th for early bird deal. 795-0139.

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Camp Burton. Rohnert Park Rec. Department Summer Camps. Weekly themes include crafty projects, crazy games outdoors, wet n’ wild swim days, and a field trip! Get ready to watch your summer fly by. Ages 6–12. 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Extended care avail. June–Aug. $117/wk.

588-3456.

Cross & Crown Lutheran School. Ages 18 mos.–5 yrs. M–F. 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. $225–$900. 795-7863.

Driven Raceway Race Camps. Learn new kart techniques, play mini-golf, arcade & mini-bowling. 48” height reqd. Starts June. $95–$105. Lunch provided. 585-3748.

EXCEL for Youth Program. Unique academic enrichment program offers accelerated classes in science, math, technology, visual art, drama & writing. Ages 9–14. M–F. June 23, July 17, and July 21. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $168–$369 (one & two week sessions). 664-2645.

Foxtail Golf Academy. Basic Fundamentals plus. Clubs & Practice balls provided. Nike Golf School & Junior Camps. Ages 5–15. Five 1-week sessions June 9–Aug. 1. 9 a.m.–noon or 1–4 p.m. $250–$425. 584-7766.

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ive your child the dream that only camp can offer. A dream of awakening. The dream of discovering the world around him or her. And the world inside them. Cloverleaf isn’t just riding, swimming, soccer and zip-lining. It’s learning about people, communication, responsibility.

Most of all, it’s your child learning about themselves. Children don’t discover themselves watching television or sitting in the classroom. They find it on their own, with the right help. We’ve been giving them that help for almost seventy years. This year, let’s make the dream come true for your child.

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Kids Karate Summer Camp at Martial Arts Academy. Get off to a great start in Martial Arts or accelerate your training!. Ages 7–13+. 9 a.m.–3:30 pm. M–F. June–Aug. $150–$200 wk. 364-6478. m-a-academy.com/ summer-camp.htm.

Kuk Sool Won Martial Art Summer Camp.

Daily classes, games, crafts, movies & more!

Different fun theme daily. Ages 4–13. 9 a.m–4 p.m., Mon.–Fri. June 9–13. early drop off & late pick up available. $55–$220. Sibling discounts & 10% off if registered by May 17.

494-1151.

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Sonoma State All Sports Camps. Hosted

by Sonoma State University Intercollegiate Athletics. 664-2521.

Spreckels Youth in Arts Summer Theatre Workshop. Five-wk. intensive theatre camp.

Campers will learn all the songs & dances for performing w/professional actors in the summer production of Oliver! Ages 8–18. M–F. Wks. 1–3, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Wks. 4 & 5, evening rehearsals. $650/workshop. Payment plans avail. 588-3429.

As seen in the New York Times, Nick News, Bay Area Backroads & KQED’s Truly CA. For nearly 40 years, children have run away to join our circus in beautiful Mendocino County!

Our multi-cultural curriculum of circus and performing arts encourages self-discovery, leadership and growth in a positive and affirming environment. Voted Family Favorite by Bay Area Parent and Best Overnight Camp by East Bay Parent’s Press and Oakland Magazine!

A Summer of Fun!

San Francisco

A Lifetime of Memories!

Golden State Warriors Basketball Camp. In addition to high quality instruction for boys & girls ages 7–15, each camper also receives a reversible jersey, headband, certificate, evaluation, 2 free tickets to a Golden State Warriors home game, & more! 510-986-5310. warriors.com/camps.

Looking for a fun, exciting and creative place for your children this summer? Come join us!

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Tutors 2 You Summer Session. Avoid Summer Learning Loss! Individualized programs.

Flexible Schedule. 585-2584.

YMCA Summer Camp in Rohnert Park at Monte Vista & Hahn Schools. Our day camp is an adventure in outdoor living. Games, crafts, & theme-related activities, one field trip per session & swimming 2x a wk. Ages 2–15.

7 a.m.–6 p.m. Visit our website for specific programs for age groups/schedules/rates. scfymca.org. 544-1829.

www.campwinnarainbow.org Email: arainbow.org Phone: 510-525-4304

Day Camp for Children 1st – 6th grade June 9-August 8 8:30 to 1:00, Monday - Friday Only $170 a week.

Before & After Care at $5 per hour.

Super Kids Camp at SSU. Field trips, special events, pool time, rock wall climbing, circus arts, sports & science. Ages 5–11. 588-3456.

Summer Day Camp PCA Visit us online and register today! pacificchristianacademy.org (707)823-2880 (Space is limited)

House of Air Summer Camp. Flyers will enjoy sports, games, arts & crafts & more! Ages 7–12. Starts June 9. $75/day, $350/week.

415-345-9675.

Santa Rosa Animal Vet Camp for Kids. Indulge your child’s love of animals & science. Our camp explores veterinary medicine in a fun & imaginative setting. Ages 7–10. 9 a.m.–3

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Family Expo & Camp Fair, Friday April 11 p.m. M–Th. June 9–12. June 23–26. $210/wk.

293-9976.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Santa Rosa.

Arts & crafts, learning centers, weekly themes & field trips. Ages 6–18. June–Aug., Mon.–Fri. 542-3249.

Brush Creek Montessori School Summer Programs. Summer School for ages 3–12.

Summer Camps for a ages 6–9. 9 a.m.– 3 p.m.

Ext. Childcare offered. 8–9 a.m. & 3–4 p.m. (add’l cost). June 16–Aug. 15. $200–$300.

539-7980.

Huntington Learning Center Summer Programs. We administer a thorough battery of tests to evaluate your child’s academic strengths & weaknesses. Let the experts take the weight off your shoulders. 836-7800.

Locations in Santa Rosa & Windsor.

JCC’s Camp Chai. Games, sports, arts & crafts with Jewish themes. Grades K–7 (Sept. 2014).

Art, cartooning, LEGO animation, video game design, movie-making, and even ice skating!

All at the Schulz Museum

Cardinal Newman High School. Football, baseball, co-ed tennis, weights, boys & girls basketball, speed training & volleyball. Grades 4–12. June–Aug. 546-6470 x115.

June 2 – August 15, 2014

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Charles M Schulz Museum. Art, cartooning, LEGO animation, video game design, movie-making, & ice skating! Ages 3–13.

M–F. June–Aug. $25–$195. Register online at schulzmuseum.org/learn/classes-camps or 284-1263.

For reservations call (707) 284-1263

Summer Day Camp

Cheryl Teach Music Summer Camp. Learn or Improve Upon your Musical Instrument and/or Improve Your Voice! Any Age. Any Instrument. all levels. Four-Day Sessions. May–Sept.

Group or Private. $30 Reg. or $159/session.

326-8797.

Dance M Studio Summer Camp. An explosive, high energy fitness class that combines memory, coordination rhythm games and loads of energetic fun! Ages 3–13+. July 14–July 17. July 28–July 3. 695-5483. dancestudiom.com.

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Fitness Fun Camp. Camp sessions can be combined to create 4-hr. sessions. Ages 3–10. 12:30–5 p.m. Tues.–Fri. June–Aug. Buy 10 sessions & get one FREE! For rates and schedule, call 575-4975. my-gym.com.

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• Horseback Riding • Swimming • Archery

• Counselor-In-Training • Farm Animals • Camp Cooking and more!

Shuttles from Petaluma, Sonoma, Rohnert Park

Camps Held at Spring Lake Regional Park www.mcdonaldranch.org • 707 537 0955

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Earth Ecology & Farm Camp. Gardening, crafting, herbal. Ages 10–13. 8:30 a.m–3 p.m.

July 7–July 11. $295/week. 575-7194 x103.

European Pony School Summer Camps.

Horseback riding camps. Ages 6–14. Full day 9 a.m–3 p.m. Mini day 9 a.m–12:15 p.m.

This year we are offering 4 & 5 day camps.

June–Aug. Call for rates/schedule. 546-7669. europeanponyschool.com.

Julie Nation Academy Modeling & Acting Summer Camps. Modeling, acting,

Summer Classes

Camp FAME. Incorporates music, art & fitness in a fun learning environment. 799-5006.

Cloverleaf Ranch Camp. Resident Camp, Classic Day camp, Equestrian Day Camp, Ranch Adventure Day Camp. Ages 5–17.

June–Aug. Contact us for rates & schedules.

545–5906. cloverleafranch.com.

Counselor In Training Programs for Grades 8 & 9 (Sept. 2014). M–F. June 16–20 & June 23–27. $295/campers, $147.50/CIT program, sibling discount. 528-2549. jccsoco.org.

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Mon.–Thurs. July 7–Aug. 1. $995–$1995 student. For rates/schedule, call 575-8585. julienation.com.

basketball, tennis, ice cream making & more!

Ages 5–12. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. June 16–19. June 23–26. July 7–10. Extended childcare available.

526-0529.

Gymnastics Summer Camps. Ages 5 & up. M–F. 8:30 a.m–3:30 p.m. Begins June. For schedule/ rates, call 525-1720. srgymnastics.com.

Music Adventure Camps. Summer-themed Kindermusik classes ages Infant–12 yrs.

Carnival, Ocean, Animal & Multicultural themes. Instrument classes age 7 & above.

M–F. $200/ wk. $66/wkly. classes. June–Aug. 527-7900. Visit our website for times & dates. childrenlovemusic.com.

KidScience Adventures Summer Camp.

Science, art, & games. Ages 6–12. M–F. June– Aug. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. $248/wk. 793-2251.

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VertexCAMP Climbing SUMMER Camp will include: One full day of outdoor rock climbing at Goat Rock on Thursdays. The four indoor mornings will be spent doing awesome obstacle courses, playing silly games, and of course lots of rock climbing! Camp includes all necessary climbing gear, but does not include food.

Dates, times, and pricing: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am-12pm. Thursdays 9am-4pm $185 per participant, per week. Each week the camp will alternate age groups as follows:

June 2nd-6th June 9th-13th June 16th-20th June 23rd-27th July 7th-11th July 14th-18th July 21st-25th July 28th-August 1st August 4th-8th

Ages 7-10 Ages 11-14 Ages 7-10 Ages 11-14 Ages 7-10 Ages 11-14 Ages 7-10 Ages 11-14 Ages 7-10

707-573-1608

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Kamp Kennedy. This day camp is for children w/developmental disabilities.

Boating, crafts, songs, story time, games & outdoor cooking. Ages 6–18. Tue.–Thur.

10 a.m.–3 p.m. Fri. 2–7 p.m. July. $120/wk.

543-3737. santarosarec.com.

La Cantera Summer Junior Tennis Camps A DRAM and Summer Swim Lessons.

4–18. 9 GA | Ages E | YO C N A 3–Aug 9. Beginners thru a.m.–5 p.m.| D June RT SIC | A For our brochure, call 544-9494.

MUadvanced. lacanteraracquetclub.com LandPaths’ Owl Camp. Tracking, creek explorations, music, keeping a journal, nature art & games. cooking, woodworking & more.

Ages 5–13. (Kindergarten grad). M–F. 9 a.m–3 p.m. July 7–Aug. 8. $250–$450/week sliding scale until May 1. 544-7284. landpaths.org.

Lego Camp at Brick Hutt. The theme is Pirates! Camp will be limited to 12 kids, so reserve your spot now. Ages 7–12. 1–4:30 p.m. $175/child. 575-4888. thebrickhutt.com.

Le Studio Dance Art & Dance Camps.

Classes in ballet, jazz & theme-related craft activities & stories. Ages 4–7 & 7–10. Four-day session/$119. 694-1957.

Little Picassos ARTS Camp. Offering art, dance, drama & music w/fun & inspiration.

Age 5–10. Morning camp: 9:30 a.m.–noon.

Afternoon camp: 12:30–3 p.m. 1 wk/$150, 2 wks./$250. 3 wks./$300. Siblings discount. June 16–July 28. 575-7701. artandsoulmusic.com.

Mark West Stables Summer Camps. We offer fun riding lessons, games, & horsing around. Ages 7+. June 2–Aug 15. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. $450/wk. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $300/wk . 538-2000. markweststables.com.

McDonald Ranch Day Camp. Swimming, horseback riding, archery, carpentry, farm animals & more. Round Trip Shuttles from Rohnert Park & Petaluma! Ages 5+. M–F. 8:30 a.m–4:30 p.m. June 1–Aug.15. $140–$370/wk.

537-0955.

Montecito Heights Health & Racquet Club Kids Camp. Arts & crafts, songs, swimming,

National Academy of Athletics. The HIT & RUN Baseball/Softball Camp. Ages 7–9 & 10–13. June 11–15. “Hoop It Up” Basketball Camp. Ages 7–9 & 10–13. June 9–13. “Bump, Set, Spike” Volleyball Camp. Ages 7–9 & 10–13. July 14–18. “In the Net” Soccer Camp.

Ages 7–9 & 10–13. July 21–25. “Air Attack” Flag Football Camp. Ages 7–9 & 10–13. July 21–25. “All Sorts of Sports” Camp. Ages 6–9 & 10–13. Aug 4–8. “High Spirit” Cheer Camp. Ages 6–9 & 10–13. Aug. 4–8. Call or visit website for rates/locations. 541-2365.

NationalAcademyofAthletics.com.

One to One Learning Summer Workshops.

Summer is an excellent time to focus on skill-building w/out the added stress of a busy school day, homework, & extracurricular activities. Ages Pre-K & up. 539-0675. onetoonelearningcenter.com.

Peace Camp. Daily swimming, songs, art projects, funny skits. Small group staffed by adults skilled at creating fun while teaching children to cooperate. Ages 6–12. Aug. 4–8.

8:30 a.m–5 pm. $99/Wk. (510) 845-8417. peacecamp.com.

Readiness Day Camp. We will help give your child the confidence to get off to a great start in kindergarten. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. M–F. July 14–Aug. 8. Childcare available 7–9 a.m. & 3–6 p.m. No Extra Charge! 539-6232.

Riley Street Kid’s Art Camp. Limited to 10 kids per class. Ages 6–8. 9:30 a.m–noon. & 12:30–3:30 p.m. M–F. July 7–11 & July 14–17. $145–160. 526-2416.

Roustabout Theater’s Summer Theater Camp. “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” Award winning show about the roaring 20s w/great songs & great parts for men & women! Ages 11–20. 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. June 9–July 13. $675. 527-0983.

Santa Rosa Parks & Rec. Summer Camps. Doyle Adventure Camp. Ages 6–12.

Camp Yu-Chi. Ages 6–12. Camp Wa-tam.

Ages 6–12. Engineering Camps. Ages 5–12.

Youth Soccer Camp (Coed). Ages 4–6 & 7–14.

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SANTA ROSA RECREATION & PARKS

WE ❤ SUMMER!

Pools open daily, summer camps galore, Howarth Park boating – need we say more?

YOUTH SUMMER CAMPS FOR ALL INTERESTS… DAY CAMPS Camp Wa-Tam Camp Yu-Chi Doyle Adventure Camp Kamp Kennedy UCP Camp Kaos Cloverleaf Ranch Camp

SPECIALTY CAMPS Animal Vet Camp Camp Tiny Tots Cooking Camp Engineering Camp KidScience Adventure Tiny Tots Adventure Camp Video Camp

ARTS CAMPS Dance Camp Drama Camp Drawing Camp Mixed Media Camp Painting Camp Sculpture Camp Sewing Camp

PUBLIC SWIM HOURS FINLEY AQUATIC CENTER, 2060 W. College Ave. April 28-May 30 Mon-Fri: 3-4:45pm June 2-August 22 Mon-Fri: 1:30-4:45pm June 14-August 24 Sat & Sun: 1:30-6pm RIDGWAY SWIM CENTER, 455 Ridgway Ave. April 26-October 5 Sat & Sun: 1:15–6pm June 9-August 17 Mon-Fri: 12-1pm (limited space)/ 1-4pm Fri: 7:30-9:30pm (late night public swim) Plus, hundreds of swim classes for all ages!

SPORTS CAMPS Basketball Camp Camp Vertical Fencing Camp Gymnastics Camp Horse Camp Junior Lifeguard Camp Sailing Camp

Soccer Camp Tennis Camp

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LAKE RALPHINE BOAT RENTAL HOURS HOWARTH PARK, 630 Summerfield Rd. (weather permitting): April-June 1 Sat & Sun: 11am-5pm June 7-August 14 Sat-Thurs: 11am-5pm (Closed Fri) Boating & sailing lessons all summer long too!

For details and to plan your summer adventures, visit www.santarosarec.com

Summer Camp Adventure Guide Youth Tennis Camp (Coed). Ages 6–14. Youth Basketball Camp (Coed), Ages 5–7 & 7–14.

Tiny Tots Adventure Camp at Steele Lane. Ages 3–5. Art Camps. Ages 6–12. Surf. Jr. Lifeguard Camp. Ages 9+. Open Water Junior Lifeguard Camps. Ages 9–16. Advanced Jr. Lifeguard.

Ages 9–16. 543-3737. santarosarec.com.

Shotokan Karate Summer Training Camp.

Leadership training at its finest! Family Camp.

4–7 p.m. M–Th. May thru Sept. $100/wk.

575-1681.

Sonoma Humane Society/Animal Adventure.

Learn to care for animals like a professional.

Animal adventure & education camp. Field trips.

Entering Grades 2–12 (Fall 2014). 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

M–F. June–Aug. Rates/schedule: 577-1902. sonomahumane.org/youth-programs.

Spanish Summer Club. Children will practice Spanish while exploring topics: rainforest, the pinata & more! Our schedule allows you to choose whichever weeks work best for you. Extended care avail. for earlier start or

later care in the p.m. Ages 5–12. 536-1241. academyoflanguageandartsofsonoma.com.

Sports City All-Sports Camp. A great time for your child to learn the basics of sports & activities. Time allotted daily for arts & crafts.

Ages 4–6 & 7–10. 9 a.m.–noon. M–F. June 23–27 & July 14–18. $25/day. 526-2884.

St Luke Lutheran Church Vacation Bible School. Grade Pre–5. July 14–18. 7:30 a.m.–1 p.m. $10. 545-6772.

Steve & Kate’s Camp. Games, sports, creative arts, & more. Grades K–7. June–Aug. With day pass & membership plans attend any number of days from 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m. at any location.

415-389-5437. steveandkate.com.

Summer Aviation Classes at the Pacific Coast Air Museum. Two unique ed. experiences for students who love aviation.

8–12 grades. 10 a.m.–noon. M–F. June 2–6 & June 9–3. $145/course. 575-7900.

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Summer Camps June 23 – 28 FREE Weeklong Theatre Residency

Auditions: Mon, June 23 · 10am to noon For students entering 1st – 12th grades

Draw It! Paint It! Sculpt It! Art Camp July 7 – 11

For students entering 4th – 7th grades

July 28 – August 1

For students entering 3rd – 6th grades

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Summer Fencing for Kids. Ages 7–12. M–F. June 23–Aug. 1. P/T & F/T. Various dates and times. $150. 433-8102. egfencing.com/camps.

Summer Music Academy. Great place for beginners & experienced. Three-week immersion format. All ages. 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

M–F. July 7–26. Prices vary. 546-7097. santarosasymphony.com/education.

Summerfield Waldorf Farm Camp. Animal care, farm work, cooking, crafts & more. Ages 4–10. 8 a.m.–1 p.m. M–F. June 16–July 25. (6 one wk/sessions). $270. Extended care avail.

1–3:30 p.m. add’l $15 daily. 575-7194.

Missoula Children’s Theatre

New Song Music Camp

Summer Dance at The Dance Center! Ages 3–adult. 8. 575-8277. classes in tap, jazz, modern, hip hop, ballet & musical theatre. June 23–Aug 8. For schedule/rates, call 575-8277. thedancecenter.com.

Sylvan Learning Center Summer Session.

Avoid Summer Learning Loss! Individualized programs. Mons.–Thurs. & Sats. Flexible Schedule. PreK–12. 528-6000.

Teen Summer Musical Theatre Production with 6th Street Playhouse. Training in acting, dance & singing from master instructors.

Teen Theatre Camp. “Grease.” Ages 13–19. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. M–F. June 9–July 20. $500. Youth Theatre Camp. “Thoroughly Modern Millie.”

Ages 8–16. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. M–F. June 14–Aug 3. $600. 523-4185. 6thstreetplayhouse.com United Soccer Camp. Technical skill, agility, & tactical knowledge of the game. Ages 8–15.

Beginner–Advanced. For rates/schedule, call 541-7627. srunited.com.

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Family Expo & Camp Fair, Friday April 11 Vertex Climbing Center’s Camp Vertical.

Teaching technical skills, indoor rock climbing, full day of climbing outside on Sonoma Coast.

One-wk. camp with alternating age groups.

Ages 7–10 & 11–14. June–Aug., M–F. 9 a.m.– noon, except Thurs. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $185/wk.

573-1608.

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts. New Song Music Camp. Grades 3–6. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. July 28–Aug. 1. $230/wk. Draw it! paint it! sculpt it! Art Camp. Grades 4–7. July 7–11. 1–5 p.m. $150/wk. Missoula Children’s Theatre— Wizard of Oz. Grades 1–12. Auditions June 23, 10 a.m.–noon. FREE week-long theater residency. 10 a.m.– 2:30 p.m. June 23–28.

Performance June 28, 2 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.

800-7529. wellsfargocenterarts.org.

Wikiup Tennis Camp and Junior Tennis Team. Fundamentals of tennis strokes, racquet technique, serves, & game play. Ages 4–15 M–F. June 2–Aug. 31. Call or visit website for rates/schedule. 544-2330. wikiupclub.com/ Tennis_Camps.

Wings MAP Martial Arts Summer Adventure Camp. Martial art classes, swimming, gymnastics, movies, weekly adventure, science art & discovery labs. Ages 6–12.

The Glassfusion Studio. Learn how to break & grind glass. Each student will have at least 4 projects at the end of 4 wks. Ages 12 & Up. Mons. & Fris. 6:30–9:30 p.m.

829-3855. glassfusionstudio.com.

M–F. 7:30 a.m–6 p.m. Schedule/rates, call 544-2302. wingsmap.org.

Woodside West School Big Kids Club.

Art, sports, science, music, swimming, reading, & summer fun. All Ages. June– Aug. Call for schedule/rates. 528-6666. woodsidewestschool.com.

YMCA Santa Rosa Summer Camps. Our day camp is an adventure in outdoor living. Games, crafts, & theme-related activities, swimming 2x a wk. & one field trip per session. Ages 2–15. 7 a.m.–6 p.m. 544-1829. Visit our website for specific programs for age groups/ schedules/rates. scfymca.org.

Sebastopol Applecreek Horseback Riding Camp. Learn about horses & styles of riding. Ages 6+. Eight wkly. sessons. M–F. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. June–Aug. $295. 829-2804. applecreekstables.com.

Camp CASTLE. Affordable Summer Camp.

Weekly field trips, swimming, visiting artists, enrichment & more! Ages PreK– 8. M–F. 7 a.m.–6 p.m., June 3–Aug. 15. For rates/ schedules, call 829-4578. Castle@sebusd.org.

AT Y CAMP, YOUR CHILD WILL MAKE MEMORIES THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME! SIGN-UP FOR CAMP STARTING MARCH 3RD Adventure Camp•Sports Camp•Super Science Camp•Little Campsters•Moving On Camp•Kids Club & Counselor in Training Program Call or visit us for more details & registration information.

707.544.1829 www.scfymca.org

Great Burro Studios. Summer Rock Band camp, Funk Camp, diva camp, and music workshops TBA. Ages 9– 17. Weekly day camps. Call for dates/rates. 829-5668.

Icssoma Farm Horse Camp. Our 36th year teaching the next generation of riders to live in harmony with horses. Ages 6–17.

M–F. June–Aug. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. $325.

829-3600.

Mighty Oaks Summer Camp. Special thematic projects, field & pool trips, bike riding, games, arts & crafts. Ages 6–11.

M–F. 7 a.m.–6 p.m. or 9 a.m.–3 p.m. June 16–Aug. 9. $60–$185/wk. 823-4040. dboden@ogusd.org.

Mt Gilead Bible Camp. Zip-line, group games, kid-friendly food, fun & responsible counselors. Biblical teaching. Ages 6–18.

June–July. 823-4508. Visit website for specific sessions/schedule/rates. mtgilead. org/programs/summer-camp.

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Teaching the art of the sword Sign up for our summer camps today!

Sebastopol Center for the Arts. 823-5843. seb.org/camps-home.

p.m. M–F. June–Aug. $220 wk/Rec Camp. $150/ wk. Sport Camp. 933-2530. hannacenter.org.

West County Soccer Camp. Ages 5–13.

All camps 9 a.m–noon, Mon.–Thu. June 16–19; July 28–31. $90. wescosoccer.org.

YMCA Sonoma Summer Camps at Prestwood School. Our day camp is an adventure in outdoor living. Games, crafts, & theme-related activities, one field trip per session & swimming 2x a wk. Ages 2–15. 7 a.m.–6 p.m. Visit our website for specific programs for age groups/schedules/rates. scfymca.org.

544-1829.

Willow Spring Summer Drama Camp.

Three-week production program for kids interested in theater and music. Ages 7–14. 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m. T–F. June–July.

544-3730.

Windsor

Sonoma Hanna Hawks Summer Camp. Boys & girls are grouped by age. Some weeks are devoted to specific sports (basketball, baseball and soccer), while other weeks emphasize multiple recreational activities. Ages 5–18. 9 a.m.–3:30

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La Cantera Racquet & Swim Club

Summer & Afterschool Junior Tennis Programs Weekly sessions: June–Aug 9:00am–3:30pm M–F

Afterschool Mon. & Wed. 4 Classes - $50 Summer Tennis Camps and Summer Swim Lessons Call or go online for our brochure!

544-9494

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Montessori Summer Fun. Summer fun will include academics & Pre K work plus lots of outside play & art in our shady safe secluded yard. Ages 2–7. Tues–Thurs. 8:30 a.m.–12:30 or 8:30 a.m.–2:30 a.m. Call for rates & programs, 838-4632.

Town of Windsor Summer Camps.

Sunshine Preschool Camp, Ages 3–5. Arts & crafts, Ages 8–12. Performing Arts, Ages 12+. Junior Golf Camp, Ages 6–12. Day Camp, Ages 8–14. Summer Taekwondo Camp, Ages 5–13. Play-Well Teknologies, Ages 5–12. June–Aug. Call or visit our website for rates & schedules. 838-1260. townofwindsor.com/recreation.

Windsor Boys & Girls Club. Ages 6–18.

May–Aug. 7 a.m.–6 p.m. M–F. June–Aug. $75/wk. 838-1959.

Windsor Junior Golf Camps. Three-day camps. Introduction to golf. Covers swing, putting, chipping & rules. Ages 6–17.

June–Aug. 6–7. 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. $100.

838-7888. windsorgolf.com.

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Featuring our tumblebug program for preschool aged children Boys & Girls Classes Recreation 6–12 Tumbling, Tramp, Camps Parties & Parents Night Out

www.regymnastics.com

707-763-5010

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Full-day (9am-3pm) & A La Carte Classes Available!

For beginning and experienced students

Residential camps for grades 2nd-12th.

All camps have a focus on outdoor and nature exploration, spiritual growth, fun, friendships and new experiences.

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Super Kids Camp Fun weekly themes, field trips, swimming, rock wall climbing, & so much more!

An exciting, recreational, & educational experience for campers, ages 5-11.

A full week of camp starts as low as $125 per week.

Call, email, or check out our website for details.

707-664-3391

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Each week is unique: See website for themes: kidscienceadventures.com

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Call Today for more information: 707-575-7701 www.artandsoulmusic.com 4861 Old Redwood Hwy., Santa Rosa *Bring in this ad and we’ll waive your registration fee

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AND... PETALUMA SCIENCE CAMP! June 23–July 14 / M–F / 9:30am– 1:00pm To enroll, call City of Petaluma Rec. Services: (707) 778-4380.

QUESTIONS: (707) 793-2251 www.kidscienceadventures.com

TGA Golf Camps Camps run from June 9 – August 15 At Washoe Creek GC, Cotati

emphasis on developing character while improving golf skills • 4:1 camper: coach ratio • On Course Instruction and Play • Field Trips to Petaluma Golf Center • Half Day $179 Full Day $349 415-897-0423 golftga.com/northbay

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European Pony School

Now 2 locations! SANTA ROSA: Rincon Vlly. / June 16– Aug. 1 / M–F 9:00am – 3:00pm. To enroll: call Santa Rosa Recreation Parks & Community Services: (707) 543-3737.

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April

Calendar of Events

Fabulous Summers Begin at the Family Expo & Camp Fair Bring your excitement for summer to the Family Expo & Camp Fair on April 11th from 3:30–7:30 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts. Now is the time to plan fun and educational activities for your children during their long break from school and this fair has everything in one place for you to compare and choose what’s best for your child.

Parents can learn about camps, explore enrichment options, and even sign up for activities. Participants include House of Air, Shotokan Karate, Camp Winnarainbow, Tutors 2 You, and many more. There will be lots of kids’ activities, performances, great food, and representatives from dozens of local resources—it’s free fun for the whole family! Find out more at Sonomafamilylife.com and click on ‘Expo Camp Fair.’ ¶

1 Tuesday Yoga: The Art of Transformation.

Breathe deeply, and get ready for the world’s first major art exhibit about yoga. Check out their Family Days and their special tour for kids ages 7–10. thru May 25. Adults $17, Seniors $13, Thursdays after 5 $10. The Asian Art Museum. San Francisco. asianart.org.

Mill Creek Safety

YOU CAN LEARN First Aid • CPR Wilderness First Aid All training occurs on-site and at your convenience. (minimum of 8 participants)

Classes are informative, stimulating and fun!

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FREE Sculpture Trail. Features works in the Plaza & the Blvd. Trail thru May 8. Downtown Cloverdale & Geyserville. cloverdaleartsalliance.org.

FREE Whale Watch at Bodega Head. The amazing sight of the yearly

migration of Pacific Gray Whales.

Weekends thru May. Bodega Head.

FREE Open Mic Night at Hopmonk.

Not just for musicians. Comedians, beat boxers, jugglers, magicians, more.

All ages welcome! Tuesdays. Doors 7 pm. Show 7:30 pm. Sebastopol. hopmonk.com.

2 Wednesday Frank Lloyd Wright Civic Center Tours. Docent led tours of historic

landmark. 10:30 am–noon. $5. 2nd Floor Café. Rm. 233. Marin Civic Center. 3501 Civic Center Dr. San Rafael. marincounty.org.

Donate Your Vehicle.

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Eggstraordinary Easter Egg Hunts GEYSERVILLE Francis Ford Coppola Easter Egg Hunt. Bring the kids to search for colorful eggs loaded with goodies hidden within the vines of the Francis Ford Coppola Winery on Saturday, April 19th. Afterwards, join us for a fun-filled spring celebration at the winery 300 Via Archimedes, Geyserville. Details and ticket information contact event@franciscoppolawinery.com or call (707) 857-1483.

GLEN ELLEN Kendall Cohn's Easter Egg Hunt at B.R. Cohn B.R. Cohn Winery invites you to join their family for Kendall Cohn’s Free Easter Egg Hunt. Bring the family, and enjoy the festivities! They will have Ultra Crepes Food Truck there for delicious bits to purchase, and complimentary face painting

by Fairy Dust Faces. Saturday, April 19th the Easter Egg Hunt will be for ages 0 to three from 10 to 10:15 a.m., for ages four to six from 10:30 to 10:45, and for ages seven and up from 11 to 11:15 a.m. at 15000 Sonoma, Highway 12, Glen Ellen. Go to brcohn.com for more information.

PETALUMA Easter Eggstravaganza. Every year the Adobe Christian Center puts on an Easter Eggstravaganza with a massive egg hunt (over 7,000 eggs!) and tons of other fun activities for the kids. Enjoy games, police and fire vehicles, an obstacle course, face painting, and jump houses, as well as delicious food available for purchase from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 19th at 2875 Adobe Road in Petaluma. The cost is $5. Call (707) 763-2012 for more information.

Easter Children's Fair at Petaluma Outlets. Hop on over to experience free family fun for the whole community at the Petaluma Village Premium Outlets on April 19th from noon to 3 p.m. Enjoy free crafts and games, visits with the Easter Bunny, prizes and much more. Call 707.778.7452 for more information. 2200 Petaluma Blvd., Petaluma.

SANTA ROSA Easter Egg Hunt for Tots at Howarth Park. Children ages five and under bring your favorite baskets and once again join in the annual hunt for eggs at Howarth Park on April 19th! Visit or take a picture with the bunny, pet baby farm animals and make a springtime craft. Bring your own basket. Pre-sale tickets are required and available at the Finley Community Center beginning March 31st. Ages three years and under at 10 a.m. or 10:45 (two adults max with child). Ages four and five at 11:30 a.m. (no adults

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allowed). The cost is $6 per child. Call (707) 543-3292 for more information. 630 Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa.

Hunt for the Hare at Safari West. The Hunt for the Hare is a fun-filled adventure that will have everyone trying to find the 6-foot-tall Mr. Hare! Board either the African Queen (a 25-foot trailer) or the Nairobi (a bus) to search for Mr. Hare on April 20th. Choose from either the morning or afternoon package.

The morning package starts with brunch at 10 a.m. followed by an egg hunt and the Hunt for the Hare Tour. The afternoon package starts at 1:30 p.m. with brunch followed by the egg hunt and tour. Whether you choose the morning or afternoon package, children will enjoy an Egg Hunt and Face Painting!

The cost is $68 for adults and $35 for children ages four to twelve. Brunch only is $40.50 for adults and $18.50 for ages four to twelve. Call (707) 579-2551 for more information. 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa.

SEBASTOPOL Sebastopol Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt. Children of all ages are invited to hunt for eggs at the 34th Annual Free Sebastopol Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt begins at 10 a.m. sharp on April 19th in Ives Park. Bring an Easter basket and a camera to take a photo with the Easter Bunny. Don't be late! Rain or Shine. Go to sebastopolkiwanis.org for more information. 7400 Willow Street, Sebastopol.

SONOMA Picnic and Easter Egg Hunt at Cline Cellars. Enjoy Easter Sunday, April 20th, on the great lawn at Cline Cellars from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Buy a ticket for a picnic table that seats eight for $40 and they will supply a bottle of wine. They will also be putting on an Easter Egg Hunt for children and adults!

Reservations required, call (707) 940-4026. Rain cancels event. Cline Cellars will also be hosting an Easter Sunrise Service in the vineyard at 6:15 a.m. Adjourn for coffee and pastries after the service.

No reservations required for mass. 24737 Arnold Drive, Sonoma.

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FREE First Wednesday at Bay Area Discovery Museum. Creative play

for all children. 9 am–5 pm. Bay Area Discovery Museum. 557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito. baykidsmuseum.org.

Individuals • Families • Events BobRiderPhotography.com • (707)245-5321

All levels of skill welcome!

6th Annual

Scholastic Chess Tournament May 3, 2014 Grades K–8

Call today!

(707) 527-6427

Register Online: www.chessclubforkids.com

The Solar Living Center • Open Every Day! • Renewable Energy Education • Guided Tours • Picnics, Ponds and Playgrounds!

• Educational Displays • Healthy Snacks • Worlds Largest Strawbale Store • Organic, Fair Trade and Tea • Huge Selection of Eco-Books • Solar Parts, Panels and Systems!

We Wrote the Book on Solar Living!

Petaluma Film Alliance: Desert Runners. Documentary about a

yearlong 250K race known as the 4 Deserts Ultramarathon. Pre & post film discussions with Director Jennifer Steinman. Film 7 pm. $5. Ellis Auditorium. SRJC Petaluma Campus. petalumafilmalliance.org.

3 Thursday Hot Dog Thursday at Pacific Coast Air Museum. Every first Thurs. thru

Oct. includes admission, large hot dog, chili, chips & soda or water. 11:30 am–1:30 pm. $5. Members get $1 off. pacificcoastairmuseum.org.

Kids’ Skate. The perfect way to introduce your child to skating! Ages

earth day SATURDAY APRIL 26TH Join us at the Solar Living Institute In Hopland • 10 am-3 pm

Learn All About Bees & Beekeeping Bee friendly planting Make beeswax Visit a pollinator hotel Enjoy local music Taste local honey

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10 & under with parent. Mon. & Thurs. 9:30–11:30 am. $6.50 includes skate rental. 6100 Commerce Blvd., Rohnert Park. calskate.com.

The Book of Matthew. This

seriocomic play examines the theme of pursuing one’s dreams thru April 13. Contains adult language. Thurs.

7:30 pm. Fri. & Sat. 8 pm. Sun. 2 pm. $26. $24 Senior & Youth. $22 Student.

Spreckels Performing Arts Center.

5410 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park. spreckelsonline.com.

4 Friday Nunsense! Hysterical romp of tap-dancing nuns, a habit-forming ballet & audience quiz thru Apr. 19.

8 pm. $35 adults. $30 seniors. $10 students. Raven Theatre. Healdsburg. raventheatre.org.

FREE First Friday Night Sky at SRJC Planetarium. Emphasis on

stars, constellations, planets & other interesting facts about the sky that night. Come early for free parking pass. 7 pm & 8:30 pm. Lark Hall, Room 2001. santarosa.edu.

Of Mice & Men. John Steinbeck’s

bittersweet masterpiece about friendship & hope. Fri. & Sat. 8 pm.

Sun. 2 pm. $25 general. $15 under 22.

Cinnabar Theater. 3333 Petaluma Blvd.

N. cinnabartheater.org.

5 Saturday FREE Read with Izzy! Performers

Accepting New Patients!

Same Day Appointments Adult & Family Medicine Dental Services

read with children on a weekly basis to promote literacy & boost self-esteem.

Every Sat. 10:15 am. Healdsburg Library. sonomalibrary.org.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Howarth Park Rides & Attractions.

Health Education

Train, trails, carousel, jump horse, animal barn, pony rides, rope climb.

Weekends 11 am–5 pm. $2–$4 per ticket. Howarth Park. Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa.

Integrative Medicine

We accept most insurances and offer a sliding scale fee based on family size and income.

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Petrified Forest Meadow Walk.

See live oak, Douglas-fir, madrone, manzanita, rare wildflowers & Mt. St. Helena. Weekends 11 am. Includes price of admission. $16, $15, Free under 11. The Petrified Forest. 4100 Petrified Forest Rd., Calistoga. petrifiedforest.org.

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Friedman’s Home Improvement.

4055 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa. cmosc.org.

FREE Science Saturday at Environmental Discovery Center.

Tangible experiments & projects let children explore the natural world. 1, 2 & 3 pm. Spring Lake.

393 Violetti Rd., Santa Rosa. parks. sonomacounty.ca.gov.

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Cloverdale Fairgrounds. 1 Citrus Fair Dr. cloverdalefiddles.com.

6 Sunday Girl Scout Day at Charles M Schulz Museum. Animate, experiment, &

earn a Science & Technology merit badge. 10 am–2:30 pm. Santa Rosa. schulzmuseum.org.

Classical Kids Live: Beethoven Lives Upstairs. Excerpts of Moonlight Sonata,

Fur Elise, & Fifth & Ninth symphonies underscore the beauty of Beethoven’s story. 3 pm. $45. 12 & under $30. Green Music Center. Sonoma State University. gmc.sonoma.edu.

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Private Themed Rooms in Vintage Cabooses

FREE Family Expo & Camp Fair. Summer camps, family

Spa tubs for two

travel, fun, raffles, kids activities & stage performances. All ages welcome. 3:30–7:30 pm. 586-9562.

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Full Breakfast On Clear Lake Open Year-Round (707) 274-8378

FREE Basics of Freshwater Fishing.

First-come first-served. Meet at the skate park. Equipment provided. Ages 16 & over. Fishing license required. 4–6 pm. McInnis Park. 310 Smith Ranch Road. San Rafael. marincounty.org.

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FREE Mensona Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show. Calling all dog

lovers for agility trials thru Sun. 8 am–5 pm. Lyttle Cow Palace. Sonoma County Fairgrounds. mensona.org.

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all day! 10 am–5 pm. Lawrence Hall of Science. 1 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. lawrencehallofscience.org.

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Ages 2–8 $5. Handlers free. McKinley School Auditorium. 110 Ellis St., Petaluma.

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19 Saturday FREE 19th Annual Easter Children’s Fair. Visit with the Easter Bunny and

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Peace & Love Revival. Songs of the

Apple Blossom Festival & Parade.

Bicycle valet parking. Please leave pets at home. Free kids activities in the Rose Garden. Thru Sun. 10 am. $10 adults, $5 seniors & students, free 10 & under. Ives Park. Jewel Ave. & Willow St., Sebastopol. sebastopol.org.

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To find the Pediatrician that’s right for you, call 1-888-699-DOCS (3627) or visit sutterpacific.org

the works of world renowned maritime artist Hans Skalagard of Petaluma. 11 am. $20. Norway Hall. 617 W. 9th St., Santa Rosa. freyalodge.org.

60’s! Beatles, Stones, Dylan, more.

Dancing & refreshments. Dress up encouraged. 7–11 pm. $10. Sebastopol Community Cultural Center. 390 Morris Street, Sebastopol. seb.org.

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concessions, more. 10 am–4 pm.

Burton Avenue Recreation Center. 7421 Burton Ave., Rohnert Park. rpcity.org.

Geyserville BIG School Carnival. 11

am–4 pm. Geyserville Elementary School. gusd.com.

13 Sunday Cesar Millan & Canine Friends Live!

The secrets of happier, healthier relationships between humans & their canine companions. 8 pm. $49. $59. $69. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts.

Santa Rosa. wellsfargocenterarts.org.

14 Monday Mars & Total Lunar Eclipse Star Party! The Robert Ferguson

Observatory’s three main telescopes will be open for viewing. 9 pm. $3 Adult. Free under 18. $8 parking.

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd., Kenwood. rfo.org.

15 Tuesday FREE Celebrate National Library Week! Stories read all week by Mayor

Robert Jacob on Tues., Fire Chief Bill Braga on Wed., Police Chief Jeff Weaver on Thurs. & Author Jonathan London on Fri. Ages 2–5. 10:15 am.

Sebastopol Library. sonomalibrary.org.

19 Saturday FREE Celebrate Earth Day in Courthouse Square. Live music by

Cross & Crown Lutheran School

Sol Horizon, kids activities, arts & crafts, local food and drinks. noon–4 pm. Courthouse Square, Santa Rosa. srcity.org/earthday.

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FREE Pam Brown Storytime: Sheepish Delight. Enjoy stories, songs

& crafting. Ages 2–6. 11 am. Rohnert Park-Cotati Library. 6250 Lynne Conde Way. sonomalibrary.org.

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& entertained by Keith’s juggling, magic, & comedy! 2 pm. Rincon Valley Library. 6959 Montecito Blvd., Santa Rosa. sonomalibrary.org.

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FREE Kids Free day at Charles M Schulz Museum. Celebrate the Starry,

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FREE Kendall Cohn’s Easter Egg Hunt. Ultra Crepes Food Truck,

complimentary face painting. 10 am–noon. B.R. Cohn Winery. 15000 Sonoma Hwy., Glenn Ellen. brcohn.com.

20 Sunday Hunt for the Hare at Safari West!

Brunch, egg hunt, animal safari & Hunt for the Hare Tour—a twist on the classic tale of The Tortiose & the Hare. Price is all inclusive! 10 am & 1:30 pm. $68 adults. $35 ages 4–12. safariwest.com.

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Henri Matisse Exhibit. Docent lecture

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FREE Family Hikes at Spring Lake.

Naturalist guides one-hour tour of area's plants & wildlife. Every third Sat. thru May. 1 & 3 pm.

Environmental Discovery Center.

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Earth Day Celebration at Discovery Museum! Hear stories, create with

nature, hear earth-friendly songs, and more. 9 am–5 pm. $11. Babies free. Bay Area Discovery Museum.

557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito. baykidsmuseum.org.

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THE BIRTHDAY PARTY PLACE

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26 Saturday FREE The Surfing Magician. Straight from Santa Cruz, Doug Hofkins brings his best magic & illusions to delight our audience. Ages 3 & up.

11–11:45 am. Santa Rosa Downtown Library. sonomalibrary.org.

Girls on the Run 5K. Join over 300

3rd–8th grade girls in this family fun 5k run & walk open to the community.

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FREE Petaluma Butter & Egg Days Parade & Festival. Artists, jewelers,

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Kids activities & parade! Downtown Petaluma. petalumadowntown.com.

FREE Earth Day Celebration! Learn all about bees & bee keeping. Live music!

10 am–3 pm. Solar Living Institute.

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27 Sunday FREE Windsor Earth Day & Wellness Festival. Youth bike rodeo, games,

crafts. 11 am–3 pm. Windsor Town Green. townofwindsor.com.

FREE Petaluma 2014 Spring Antique Faire. The show attracts over 8,000

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Acclaimed New York Times-bestselling picture book creator Michael Hall delivers hilarity and hijinks! 10 am. Petaluma Copperfield’s Books. 140 Kentucky Street. copperfieldsbooks.com.

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We know how difficult and frustrating it can be when everything you have tried has not worked. Through a highly effective program for children 3-6 years old, we can help you to successfully manage these behaviors. Start to see results in as little as 6 sessions.

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The Bridge School. Located in Central Santa Rosa, 1625 Franklin Ave. Year-round full/half–day. Rich nurturing environment.

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Kid Street Learning Center Charter School

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Humor Break

moMENts & A Truckload of Kisses

but we were having an enjoyable daddy-daughter picnic.

By Patrick Hempfing

M

y nine-year-old daughter, Jessie, loves to have picnics. Our picnics can be held anywhere.

We sometimes park the family van under the shade tree in our yard and open the sunroof and windows.

On other occasions, I’ll throw a blanket in the bed of my pickup truck or on the garage floor. For our dog, Sadie’s first birthday, Jessie held a picnic party on her bedroom floor and invited several stuffed animals. Rice Krispies covered the just-vacuumed floor, and Jessie sat on the tiny cup of peanut butter she had made for Sadie, but Jessie had fun and Sadie appeared to have a happy birthday.

Jessie often asks, “Could we have a picnic?” so I wasn’t surprised that she requested one for our last lunch of 2013. With the weather cloudy and cool, I voted to eat at the kitchen table, but she really wanted to have a picnic outside. I vetoed throwing a blanket on the lawn and told her the garage floor was too cold. My “never give up” daughter suggested the bed of the pickup truck. We had washed it recently, so she knew I couldn’t use the “it’s dirty” excuse. So I made the logical choice; I surrendered. It’s happened before and it will happen again.

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Jessie said, “Don’t look, please” about five times as she prepared the picnic for the three “D’s” (dad, daughter, and dog). She likes to surprise me with the menu.

When she had everything ready, we took our picnic outside, which required a few trips. I threw an old blanket in the truck bed, and then retrieved Sadie, who attends every

“Regular, butterfly, blown, Eskimo, and French.” picnic. The temperature was in the low 50’s and the breeze made it cool, but not like the winters where I grew up in Pennsylvania. Sadie promptly spilled her water all over the blanket.

Jessie ripped off her shoes and socks, as all picnics require bare feet. We had cheese, raisins, nuts, and crackers for dipping in the peanut butter and honey she had mixed. Jessie even remembered napkins and plasticware.

Of course, we had dessert, too—a piece of chocolate candy for her, Oreo cookies for me. Okay, lunch may not have covered all the basic food groups,

As we ate, I played one of my favorite songs, “Butterfly Kisses,” on my phone. I was enjoying the lyrics when Jessie asked, “Do you know there are five different kinds of kisses?” I was afraid to ask, but did anyway. “What are the five kinds?”

Jessie responded, “Regular, butterfly, blown, Eskimo, and French.” Luckily, I wasn’t sitting near the edge of the open truck gate, lest I would have fallen out onto the concrete driveway. I bravely decided to ask a follow-up question.

“What is a French kiss?” Jessie responded, “The tongues touch when kissing.” How did we go from butterfly kisses to teenage topics? When the song ended, Jessie reached over and found Taylor Swift’s “22” on my phone.

She played it twice. I’m definitely not ready for Jessie “feeling 22.”

As I’m finishing this column, I’m hungry. My picnic lunch has worn off.

In a few hours, the giant ball will drop over Times Square. Prior to midnight I’ll lean over my sleeping daughter and give her forehead a “regular” kiss before I go to bed. I’m glad she’s nine, not 22, so I still have a few years to give her bedtime kisses. I’m sure the future holds many more picnics too. I think we’ll have more of our picnics in the yard. The grass makes for a softer landing. ¶

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We’re part of an Ecosystem

When we pull back to look at the Big Picture, we see our part in a very large and complex system. It starts in our own yard, but connects to the yard next to us, to the neighborhood, to our town and beyond across Sonoma County.

Like humans that interact and function as a community, plants and critters depend upon each other’s role for survival. Worms in the soil fertilize plants, but also provide food for birds.

Water sustains all forms of life, and plants clean the air we breathe.

Maintaining that system takes time and attention with respect for what nurtures and what harms the elements. Because humans have so much impact, we also have responsibility.

With our lives so full of work and family obligations, going beyond routine maintenance can be more than we have time to care for. Even the most environmentally aware people find it difficult to live up to their own standards.

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