California Kids! • April 2017

April 2017

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A frugal, dog friendly, family friendly, daycation to the Monterey Peninsula

By Carmel L. Mooney

I grew up in Carmel and my family settled the area generations ago, so my clan loves visiting and while we sometimes like to stay several days, other times we enjoy a spur of the moment daycation to the coast just to recharge and feel the sand between our toes.

One of our favorite things about the Monterey Peninsula is that there are so many free, inexpensive, kid and dog friendly things to enjoy.

Fisherman’s Wharf One of the most familyfriendly attractions in Monterey is Fisherman’s Wharf.

Regarded as one of the most highly visited landmarks for coastal tourists, Fisherman’s Wharf is a carnival-like strip full of seafood restaurants, gift shops, caricature stands, whale-watching tours, fishing

trips, local theater, and many other attractions.

Fisherman’s Wharf is also one of the most dog-friendly locations in all of Monterey and the restaurants and gift shops will never turn your pup down to a bowl of water sitting beside the front door, or fail spoil your bow-wow with puppy treats. It’s fun to just browse the shops or stop in for some homemade clam chowder at one of the eateries. The candy stores have been there since I was a child and my kids enjoy tasting sweet treats just as I did there, decades ago.

Carmel Beach Another one of the most dog-friendly areas in Monterey County is Carmel Beach, known for its white sand, sea otters, kelp forests, and overall good times to be had by kids and canines alike. Dogs can enjoy this world famous beach which constitutes a

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great day of fetch and sand castle making for most sand and surf loving families.

No more summer-bummer leash restrictions, shaming poor pooch from that fresh sea-water smell and that sand he just has to roll in. Here, any dog is free to be a dog... and not just that. It’s encouraged.

Carmel Beach encourages the whole family to bring Fido, because what’s the point of a dog’s life if he can’t be a dog?

Be that jumping on your kid’s sand castles (and making them cry), shaking that fresh-dogwater smell all over you (which we all love), and yes, maybe even mark their territory... But we love them anyway.

Carmel Beach is covered with many doggy-bag dispensers as well as water fountains, so your pup will have just as much vacation as the kids.

Hog’s Breath After a long day of fighting the lines of tourism, draining your phone battery with pictures, and more gift shop bags than an octopus could handle, the last thing on your mind is finding the best eatery decision for you and your family.

Founded in 1971 by Clint Eastwood, Hog’s Breath Inn and Restaurant in Carmel-by-theSea is one of the most popular and most visited restaurants in all of Monterey County.

Hog’s Breath was inspired by the ambiance of an old English pub, and is another dog-friendly and kid-friendly attraction just blocks from the beach.

Esteban’s Another fantastic restaurant where we always take our family in Monterey is Esteban’s on Munras Avenue, which is a part

of the hotel, Casa Munras. This restaurant has never failed to exceed our expectations. I ate there with my family a half century ago and now my kids beg to dine there too. Saome of the finest wine and beverages in all of California, as well as some of the best coastal fare, Esteban’s is truly the top priority on our dining list when we visit the coast. Again, very dog-friendly, and perfect for the whole family. Many small plates make a great light dinner after a day in the sun and sand, while sitting by a blazing fire.

Forge in the Forest If you’re looking for time away from the little ones, or some “adult-time” to unwind where the kids are just as welcome as the pooch, Forge in See Travel, page 9

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Shadow Puppet Show: The Gingerbread Baby Photos by Stephen Crowley stephen@valcomnews.com

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Happy 113th birthday, Dr. Seuss By monICa S.Tark Editor@valComnEWs.Com

one hundred and 13 years ago, Dr. Seuss was born and at schools through the land Park area celebrated the famed children’s author with special Seussical story hours. Students at Bret Harte elementary School in Curtis Park made a poster with the words: Bret Harte loves reading alongside quotes from the doc himself, including: “a person’s a person no matter how small� from Horton Hears a Who! also, city councilman Steve Hansen read to children at Washington elementary School and over at leonardo da Vinci, many children were found with handmade red-and-white striped Cat in the Hat hats.

The fun celebrating Dr. Seuss didn’t end at school, on Saturday, march 4, the Pocket Greenhaven Friends of the library also celebrated the famed children’s author with a special Seussical Story Hour. The readings were from award-winning stories. also, there were cookies and games to celebrate Dr. Seuss. Celebrity readers include: former Councilmember robbie Waters, mayor Darrell Steinberg, Casanya Ursery, a representative Vice-Mayor Rick Jennings office, Chief of Staff to County Supervisor Patrick kennedy Susan mckee and library Director rivkah Sass. Free books, including copies of Seuss’s “What Pet Should I Get?� were also given to children.

Before the readings began, Seuss fans were asked what their favorite Dr. Seuss books are. an aunt to a young boy, said, “my nephew over there, probably his favorite is ‘Go Dog, Go.’�

With a little prompting, nearby child Jayden said, “I have that one!�

Jayden shares Dr. Seuss books at his school.

Inside the library, Thing 1 and Thing 2 – represented by kathy Donovan and larry aronsen were on hand to distribute the free books.

Thing 1 said her favorite Dr. Seuss book is “Green eggs and Ham.� “I just remember liking it as a kid, an idea that you think you don’t like something and you do.� She said while she’s never made green eggs and ham, for april Fool’s, she has put food coloring in various foods. “It’s hard to eat cereal with green milk. That’s always a surprise when you pour it out. and in the coffee, it looks yucky. Don’t ever put yellow food coloring in cottage cheese.� meanwhile, Thing 2 said he is a “‘Cat in the Hat’ kind of guy.�

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Meet Sutter Middle School’s very own MasterChef

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dam Wadhwani, an eighth grader at Sutter middle, is currently a contestant on the fifth season of masterChef Junior. masterChef Junior is a culinary competition series featuring home cooks between the ages of 8 and 13. The show premiered on Feb. 9. adam has currently made it to the top 20 contestants by winning his challenges. adam was asked a few questions about his experience and his love of food.

When did you start cooking?

In 5th Grade, my family moved to Copenhagen, Denmark during my dad’s sabbatical. There was a grocery store down the street and I watched youTube videos to learn how to cook. a video from first season of MasterChef was actually one of the first things I watched.

ing liquid spheres which are encased with a film. do you cook at home for your family and friends?

I cook two to three times a week.

I cook more often when I am not in school or busy with other activities. do you see becoming a chef as a possible career path?

I see myself going into engineering or mathematics, but I’d like to open a test kitchen where I can show the science behind my dishes.

What’s your favorite type of cuisine? molecular gastronomy.

the one question everyone wants to know – what was Gordon ramsay like? off the production set, he was very engaging with all of us kids. He was helpful during the filming and his critiques were very honest.

What sort of food can you make using molecular gastronomy?

My first experiment was baking a molten lava Cake. I really enjoy mak-

What did you learn from Chef ramsey?

I learned so much. He helped me improve my technique.

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so, how is it watching yourself on television?

The show was taped last april and may* so I feel I look totally different now. The video editing also make the cooking segments much faster than they happened in real life.

with the quality of food and ingredients.

What is your favorite sacramento restaurant?

We don’t eat out too eat often, but I really enjoy Thai food downtown. my dad once took me to The kitchen, and I was really impressed

*Editor’s Note: Mrs. Tahara-Martin and her staff graciously worked with Adam’s parents so that he was able to keep up on his classes remotely while taping the show.

make sure to tune into masterChef Junior at 8 p.m. on FoX and support adam by liking his Facebook fan page.

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Make it yourself!

Easter Bunny Paper Plate Craft

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his simple craft is fun for kids of all ages. You can use the Easter Bunnies to decorate your house or classroom, as large puppets (attach a wooden spoon to the back with strong sticky tape), or as masks.

You will need: A white paper plate for each child, White and pink card, construction paper or craft foam, Large pink pompoms (or more pink card or craft foam), Small black pompoms (or black card), Large wobble eyes, or more scraps of card or fun foam, Black pipe-cleaners or strips of black card for the whiskers, Glue, stapler, sticky tape as preferred

Instructions:

Easter Basket Craft

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ur Easter basket craft recycles junk-cupboard materials into an Easter container which the children will be happy to display and fill with their Easter eggs! And it is very quick and easy to put together...

You will need:

A plastic basket (the type that pre-packed vegetables come in), Craft foam in a color to match the basket., Easter stickers or pre-cut shapes, Glue, Green paper - optional

Instructions: Cut a strip of craft foam and glue the ends to either side of the basket.

Decorate the basket with stickers or foam shapes. Cut thin strips of green paper to make “grass” as a base for your precious Easter eggs, if you like.

Good cutting practice for little ones!

Cut large ear shapes from the pink card, construction paper or foam, or draw the shapes and ask your child to cut them out. Repeat for slightly smaller white ear shapes. Glue the ear pieces together, then staple to the paper plate.

Construct the face - following the illustration. For a good finish, glue or staple the whiskers on first then cover them with the pink “cheeks.”

Your child can add a smile to the Easter Bunny with a black marker if you like, or perhaps tie a ribbon bow to stick at the base of one ear of under the Bunny’s chin!

Bunny Mask

Decorate an Easter Bonnet

You will need:

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nyone would be proud to wear an Easter bonnet like this in the Easter parade! Children will enjoy decorating their own and adding their own personality.

You will need: A straw hat, Ribbon, Fabric flowers (you could also use pompom chicks, polystyrene eggs etc), Fabric glue

Instructions: Cut a strip of ribbon long enough to go around the hat and glue it in place.

If your flowers are in a bunch, cut or ease them off the stems so that you have a collection of loose flowers.

Put a thick circle of glue around the brim of the hat, then press the flowers into place around the circle. Leave until the glue is completely dry until wearing!

This Bunny Mask is reminiscent of Bugs Bunny - but also makes a perfect craft and mask for Easter.

A large piece of pink card. Using the photo as a guide, draw an outline on the card, treating the two ears as joined. Mark ovals for the eyes, which you will cut out of white card or paper and stick on. Now cut a smaller oval out of the eyes for eye holes. Cut out the inner section of the ears carefully.

Instructions: Draw a shape as shown on the ears and color in with a darker pink. You can glue and sprinkle glitter on if you like. Use a black pen to outline the “edge” of the top ear and give the impression that it is lying in front of the other. Tie some ribbons on the ears if you like.

Add a round nose. The one in the photo is from the junk cupboard, but you could use grey card or felt if you preferred, or perhaps a bottle cap.

Add a U shape of red card for the mouth, and add detail with white card and pink card if you like (although this is not strictly necessary). Now stretch out some cotton wool and stick on with white glue.

Crafts courtesy of: www.Activity Village.co.uk - Keeping Kids Busy

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Faces and Places:

Land Park Volunteer Corps first clean up day Photos by Monica Stark editor@valcomnews.com

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ore than 100 volunteers came out to William Land Park on Saturday morning to help the Land Park Volunteer Corps do some spring cleaning. The first work day of the year, volunteers had their work cut out for them. They rebuilt the Bridle Trail and trimmed the brush at the Pony Rides area; a weeding crew cleared overgrowth at the Zoo’s south

fence on Sutterville Road; they cleaned and rinsed the lakes, they scrubbed the walkway around Duck Lake; they groomed the bushes on 13th Avenue; cleaned up planter beds on Sutterville Road, weeded and mulched Swanston Gardens, worked on step-restoration in Swanston Gardens; cleaned up light tree limbs throughout the park, and cleared weeds along the park’s main corridors – off Land Park Drive, Freeport Boulevard and Sutterville Road.

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THE BOOK REPORT

April is Poetry Month!

By Susan L. Roberts

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s the sun comes out and warm days arrive, it’s time to savor the sounds and insights of poetry. This special collection features two biographies, Japanese poems, garden poems and library poems, all a delight to the ear and heart. A great collection to introduce your child to poetry.

Are You an Echo? The Lost Poetry of Misuzu Kaneko, by David Jacobson (Chin Music Press, ages 6-8) Are You an Echo? is a treasure. The beautifully illustrated cover and the textured and heavys t o c ked pages, make a strong presentation of Japan’s beloved children’s poet. The book includes Misuzu’s brief biography and presents 25 poems. Fifteen poems are presented in English and Japanese on beautifully illustrated two-page spreads.

Misuzu’s poems give voice to cocoons, fish and snow. Written with such innocence, they are the words of a 4-year-old. They have a unique flavor, different from children’s poetry in America. To Misuzu, everything was alive and had its own feelings. A delight to the imagination, this is a book to savor, study, and enjoy again and again. Reviewer’s Choice A Poem for Peter, the Story of Ezra Jack Keats and the Creation of The Snowy Day, by Andrea Davis Pinkney, illustrated by Lou Fancher and Steve Johnson (Viking, 6-8) Written in poems, readers learn how Ezra Jack Keats bravely pioneered books in 1962 about African-American kids’ experience in the city. Born of poor Jewish im-

migrant parents, Ezra faced prejudice early. After serving in World War II, he returned to the same prejudices and decided to rearrange his name. After he illustrated two children’s books, the editors invited him to write and illustrate his own story. He created a story of Peter in The Snowy Day, which led to six other books.

A Poem for Peter takes you down a delightful lane sharing how Ezra came to create his books and how much kids enjoyed them. Illustrations used are similar to Ezra Jack Keats style. A great reminiscent look down memory lane for parents, a great introduction to a writer/artist for children.

When Green Becomes Tomatoes, Poems for All Seasons, by Julie Fogliano, illustrated by Julie Morstad (Neal Porter Book, ages 6-8) Written in e.e.cummings-style, with no capitals and periods, poems sprinkle randomly on the days of each month. Some poems short, some a little longer, they each explore a seasonal moment common to most everyone’s experience, but said in fresh new ways. march 26 shivering and huddled close the forever rushing daffodils wished they had waited november 20 there is nothing left to bloom or sprout or bud or grow these showers will not bring you flowers at all these showers are practice for snow The book’s last poem is the same as the first poem told in spring, but told from the per-

spective of winter it takes on a new meaning. A clear, poetic, feeling experience of each season.

Delightful. Peaceful.

Stories from Bug Garden, by Lisa Moser, illustrated by Gwen Millward (Candlewick Press, ages 4-8) A fun reading story about bugs in a garden, told in poetry! Delightful.

Creative.

The book opens with a poem about Lady Bug, who doesn’t like to be a lady who sips tea, when she really wants to run barefoot, make mud angels and whistle through a blade of grass. We learn that Lightning Bug is good at followthe-leader, but not so good at hideand-seek. Each bug’s personality appears and, like any family, there are conflicts, catastrophes and just plain silly things that occur.

Illustrations in ink, watercolor, and pencil develop each character’s personality. A delightful spring read.

Jumping Off Library Shelves, A Book of Poems, selected by Lee Bennett Hopkins, illustrated by Jane Manning (WordSong, ages 4-8) Jumping Off Library Shelves brims with the hope of dreams, possibilities, and adventures about what can be found in the library.

Beneath the words of each poem, there’s a palpable connection each poet has with the library. Readers can feel it. Even the title selection shows the excitement of reading and how the perfect book just seems to jump off the shelf.

Through this collection of library poems, readers can feel each poet’s love of libraries, from racing to the library, to owning a library card, to the magic found in books.

The illustrations, done in gouache and pencil, show the warmth, magic, and richness books bring into reader’s lives. A delight for book lovers.

Susan L. Roberts (www.Books4theCuriousChild.com) lives in Sacramento, CA where she reads dozens of picture books each month and reviews the best to help parents and teachers find books that will inspire and develop a child’s curiosity, their dreams, and passion for reading.

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Sutter’s Fort Sets Up Shop & Travel: Recreates California’s First Mall during Traders’ Faire

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alifornia State Parks and Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park (SHP) are proud to present a vibrant, educational and fun three day event -- “Traders’ Faire California’s First Mall” -- on Friday, April 7 through Sunday, April 9. Offered just once a year, this lively and highly anticipated interpretive event takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day and offers unique insights into the early days of the Fort when it served as a central and critically important trading post. Fort visitors will be delighted to see the recently completed restoration of the historic walls and gates plus have the opportunity to step back in time to experience what California’s first shopping mall was like in the 1840s.

While it is common knowledge that Sutter’s Fort marked the beginning of Sacramento, few people understand how the Fort served as a thriving commercial center in the early days of the Gold Rush. In fact, it was the only trading center on the way to the gold fields and literally thousands of gold miners passed through the Fort to purchase needed supplies from a variety of vendors hawking a variety of goods. Thus, Sutter’s Fort essentially became California’s

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first shopping mall. A score of merchants operated at the Fort, a sampling of which included Brannan and Co. general store; Hensley, Reading and Co. hardware store; Priest, Lee and Co. mining equipment; Peter Burnett, lawyer and real estate firm; Joseph Wadleigh, tinsmith and even a newspaper known as the Placer Times.

During the bustling Traders’ Faire threeday event and amid a lively shopping atmosphere, Fort visitors can watch artisans create pioneer goods for sale such as clothing, housewares, toys, beads and knives.

Guests will also have the opportunity to make their own crafts, haggle with traders, hammer square nail and enjoy demonstrations of black powder weapons periodically throughout the day. In addition to the interactive opportunities, guests can also shop for artisan made hand-crafted items that make for treasured keepsakes, gifts and collectibles.

Admission to this special event at Sutter’s Fort SHP is $7 per adult (18 and older), $5 per youth (ages 6 to 17) and is free for children 5 and under. For more, call 916-445-4422 or visit www. suttersfort.org

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the Forest may be another good option to consider. One of the most vibrant and beautiful restaurants in Carmel-by-theSea, the Forge is most known for its large outdoor bonfires and ambiance, friendly service, and jaw-dropping appetizers, cocktails, and mocktails.

Ribera Road Beach If you like a quiet, uncrowded gem of a beach, then follow Highway 1 down the coast towards Big Sur, and just a mile or two south of Carmel Crossroads and Barnyard, turn right on Ribera Road. Follow it a mile or so to the end and park.

Then walk down the beach stairs to one of Carmel’s best kept locals’ secrets. Most days you will find the entire beach to yourselves. With tide pools to explore, rocks and caves to climb and discover, and hiking trails, this is paradise for a picnic, kite flying, or beach combing. You may want to pick up picnic supplies at Safeway in the Carmel Crossroads just a mile or two away before you head to this peaceful picnic perfect beach oasis.

Garland Regional Park, Dennis the Menace Park, Pacific Grove’s Natural History Museum, and Point Lobos are other free or nearly free parks that our entire family thoroughly enjoy time and time again.

One of our family traditions is to stop at the Giant Artichoke in Castroville, as we leave the Monterey Peninsula. This landmark has been a family favorite since the ’70s. Fresh local fruit and produce to take home make this place a must stop, along with the best deep fried artichokes in California. Be sure to get the big size as they won’t last long on the three hour ride home. As we leave the Monterey Peninsula, we savor the snacks and produce we pick up for the ride home and it somehow always lessens the blow of leaving such fun memories and treasures behind.

While the Monterey Peninsula has many famous landmarks, many of which are quite expensive, it’s possible to leave the Sacramento area in the early to mid morning, to enjoy a full day of fun at the coast, and return back to Sacramento in the late evening without breaking the bank or paying for doggie daycare.

Who wrote that?

KIDLIT CREATORS WHO MAKE KIDS WANT TO READ An interview with with Jill Nogales

By Bitsy Kemper

Who Wrote That? is a monthly column that profiles the talented authors and illustrators who bring children’s books to life.

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ill nogales has a Bachelor’s degree in education, a k-12 teaching credential, and early childhood certification. It’s no wonder she’s also a picture book author.

Her charming debut book Zebra on the Go just came out on april 1, 2017.

Bitsy: Is this book a personal “win” for you?

Jill: For years I have been writing stories for children’s magazines, including the wonderful Highlights for Children, as well as for educational and religious publications—which was all a lot of fun. But my dream had always been to write a picture book. Then I got really sick.

And one of my first thoughts was, “oh great, now I’m gonna die before I ever get that picture book written!”

When I eventually got better, I was determined to write that picture book.

B: What steps did you take to reach your goal?

J: I joined SCBWI and later attended a conference clutching the pages of my manuscript in my hand. at that conference, I joined a workshop in which picture book manuscripts are read aloud and then publicly critiqued by an editor and an agent—which is pretty scary. But they were kind and said good things about my manuscript and encouraged me to submit it to a publisher. This month I’ll be attending that same annual conference, but this time I’ll have a published book in my hand!

B: you’ve done your homework!

J: Bookstores and libraries are such special places for me. I so easily fall in love with all the wonderful picture books there. I laugh out loud. I take the books home and make my husband read them. I tell him that I wish I could someday write books as wonderful as they are. I study them and analyze them and try to figure out what makes those books

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so special. The incredible authors who write those picture books are my inspiration.

B: any books stand out?

J: It’s really hard to name favorites… Pug Meets Pig written by Sue lowell Gallion makes me smile every time I read it, partly because when I was a kid I had thought it would be such fun to have a pet pig. and I have a beautiful copy of Henry in Love by Peter mcCarty, which was one of the best Valentine’s Day gifts ever from my husband.

B: you’ve said Zebra on the Go is your debut picture book, but it’s not your first picture book, is it?

J: I made my first picture book before I even knew how to write. Using crayons, I drew the story in pictures on construction paper and my mom stapled it all together. She still has it! my drawing skills are pretty pathetic, so now that I know how to write, I leave the illustrating to the professionals.

B: Do you like how the art for Zebra turned out?

J: lorraine did an incredible job with the illustrations… they are so fun and delightfully detailed. I am amazed at how perfectly she seemed to understand the big ruckus I had in mind when I wrote the text. maybe it’s because we are both California kids ourselves.

B: How did you get the idea for this book?

J: I read a brief article in the “odds and ends” section of the newspaper about how a circus had come to town somewhere

back east and one of the show animals had escaped during a performance causing a big ruckus in that town. That was it. no details. Which wasn’t at all fair because I wanted to know more! So I started imagining possible scenarios and that sparked the idea.

B: How do you get the rest of your story ideas?

J: my three children—Connor, kyle and kaitlyn--and their friends are my number one source for story ideas.

Sometimes browsing through photo albums and newspaper articles also triggers story ideas. and did I mention my dog?

The other day my mom asked me why so many of my stories are about dogs. That would be because I live with a quirky Brittany who really has no idea that he is actually a dog.

B: Do you have a special writing routine?

J: I do my best writing while I’m cleaning the house. Sounds kind of crazy I suppose, but it’s true. The mundane activity of cleaning seems to jumpstart the creative part of my brain. or something like that. The stories just seem to write themselves in my head while I vacuum and scrub. The members of my writers group tell me that I’m welcome to “write” at their houses anytime!

B: are you saying you like doing work?

J: I actually enjoyed doing homework when I was a kid,

and I especially liked term papers and essay exams. In high school I took a creative writing class with the most infuriating teacher, mr. Sjoerdsma. I worked hard and wrote awesome papers for that class, and yet I got Fs on almost all of them, while my classmates-who didn’t even like to write!-were getting pretty good grades. When I asked mr.

Sjoerdsma why he was giving me Fs on such awesome papers (no lack of confidence in those days), he simply replied that I had the ability to do better. oh yeah? Challenge accepted!!

I worked harder than ever rewriting those papers. and

ended up with an a+ in that class--thanks to a truly remarkable teacher.

Bitsy Kemper is author of 16 children’s books. You may have seen Bitsy on CNN, heard her on national radio, noticed her quoted in a range of places from Parenting magazine to Writing Children’s Books for Dummies, or seen her work in countless newspapers, radio and TV stations across the U.S of A. Busy with three kids (four if you count her husband), she happily finds time to present at schools and writer conferences from CA to NY. Find out more at www.

BitsyKemper.com

LEARN MORE ABOUT JILL NOGALES jillnogales.com

Zebra on the Go will be showcased on April 22nd at the annual Idaho Conference on Youth and Children’s Literature and Writing in Boise.

NEW PICTURE BOOK BY JILL NOGALES Zebra on the Go By: Jill Nogales Illustrator: Lorraine Rocha Publisher: Peachtree Publishers Release date: April 2017 Kirkus starred review: “Offering zippy rhymes and a sweet lesson in friendship, Nogales’ story will unquestionably stand as a solid read-aloud that is equally entertaining for both adults and children…Readers will surely revisit this book closely. What a circus show, indeed!”

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EARTH FEST SET FOR APRIL 22

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he Sacramento Zoo invites you to a party for the planet from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 22.

You can learn about the environment and conservation both locally and globally and how you can have an impact on the world around you right from home. You can enjoy face painting, crafts, hands-on activities and games all focused on the planet we call home. You can get the scoop on some of the Zoo’s animals and how to make the world a better place for them through Keeper Chats and Stage Shows and can visit the Zoo’s backyard to learn about native plants and explore the garden.

Is your teddy bear feeling under the weather? Does your stuffed animal have a cut that needs fixing? We are here to help! As part of the Zoo’s

Zoo News:

SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES Wildlife Stage Shows 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on the amphitheater stage Keeper Chats — all talks at the exhibits 10 a.m. Reptile House, on the lawn 10 a.m. Pelican

has the power to make a guest’s day, and she has done just that for the last 23 years.

Rosemary, affectionately knows as Rosie, started at the Zoo as a cashier (in the days when the Zoo also ran the cash register for Fairytale Town). Prior to working at the Zoo she was a waitress at her family’s restaurant, in fact, some patrons of the Zoo recognize Rosie from waitressing days! When asked, she will tell you what she loves most about working at the Sacramento Zoo is all the people. She also enjoys going for walks around the park, as well as saying hi to all the squirrels that cross her path.

To this day, her caring and outg oing personal ity never quits for even a second. When Little Peeps

Employee profile: Rosemary Garcia

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hen one thinks of the faces of the Sacramento Zoo, it is easy to think of the African Lions, Julia the Thick-billed Parrot, the towering Masai Giraffes.

But when one thinks of a person who represents the Sacramento Zoo with a smiling face, many see Rosemary greeting guests at the Zoo entrance.

Regardless of the day or the weather Rosemary is always the smiling face of the Sacramento Zoo. As a Front Gate Attendant, hers

ALL DAY ACTIVITIES Interactive EdZOOcation Stations Face painting Giant coloring wall Recycling Station | Drop off your used laser and inkjet printer cartridges, cell phones and prescription glasses.

Stuffed Animal Clinic Zoo crafts and games

Earth Fest celebration, a Stuffed Animal Veterinarian will assess the overall health of your stuffed animal and make a diagnosis based on the symptoms. Donations are gladly accepted and proceeds benefit the Zoo’s Conservation Fund.

A portion of all admission tickets and all proceeds from the carousel on Earth Fest will go towards the Zoo’s conservation projects which you can learn more about at the event.

The event is included with general admission into the Zoo. Ride Regional Transit to the Zoo on Earth Fest and present your ticket for $1 off admission and bring your used laser and inkjet printer cartridges, cell phones and prescription glasses to drop off at the Recycling Station!

is the first face that many of the yearly half-million visitors to the Zoo see when they first arrive. Rosemary

2:15 p.m. Coquerel’s Sifaka 2:30 p.m. African Lions 2:45 p.m. Eastern Bongo PARTICIPANTS AND EXHIBITORS California Department of Fish and Wildlife City of Sacramento Department of Utilities Cosumnes River Preserve Friends of Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge Mountain Lion Foundation BECOMING A CORPORATE HERO If interested in sponsoring this event, email the Corporate Sponsorship Manager, visit the Corporate Sponsorship page or see the Earth Fest Sponsorship levels online at saczoo.org/visit/eventcalendar/earth-fest/.

classes are at the front of the Zoo, Rosemary is often the first person our preschoolers and their families meet. She greets them with her warm smile, tells them to have fun, and points them toward the Discovery Room. The genuine and personal customer service that Rosemary adds to the Zoo makes every visitor’s

day memorable! Not only does she improve our Zoo guests’ days, but she improves our employees’ days as well.

The Sacramento Zoo, located at Land Park Drive and 16th Avenue, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Zoo grounds open until 5 p.m.

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City Theatre presents Jack and the Beanstalk

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ack and the Beanstalk, presented by City Theatre and directed by Doug Lawson, tells the story of how Jack settles a score with a grumpy giant! The performances will be Saturdays and Sundays, April 8 - May 7 (though no performances April 15 or 16). Noon is the performance time.

Sacramento City College, Performing Arts Center – Little Theatre (PAC 106). General admission is$5 all performances (children two years and under are free).

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elp Bret Harte Elementary and neighborhood residents transform the stretch of grass along Franklin Boulevard into a beautiful and interesting streetscape that will benefit the many students and families that walk past this area every school day! This project also ties into a larger Franklin Boulevard improvement effort.

Supporting this resident-led project, Oak Park Sol, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, is helping raise money, which will pay for California native plants, drip irrigation system and other needed tools and supplies for this project. All work on this project will be done by students, families and neighborhood residents from Curtis Park and Oak Park.

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Winston Churchill student advances to Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.

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cripps Bee Finalist For Winston Churchill Middle School student Samhita Kumar, it all came down to the word “tuatara.” After competing for more than five hours, the sixth-grader correctly spelled the name of a reptile native to New Zealand, securing her place at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. in May. Kumar rose to the top of the group of 60 third- to eighth-graders who competed in this year’s Central Valley Spelling Bee at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center. This was Kumar’s third year competing in the event.

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Although she trains every day with her father acting as a “spell coach,” Kumar said she was still surprised she won.

“I’ve never won before,” Kumar said. “It’s really exciting because now I’m going to Scripps National Spelling Bee.” Scripps National Spelling Bee is one of the nation’s oldest spelling competitions. It began in 1925 after nine newspapers came together to host the inaugural competition and promote literacy. Since then, 11 million students have been reached through the Scripps National Spelling Bee program. Kumar will be one of more than 250 students competing this year.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING, KIDS! SATURDAY, APRIL 1

ANNUAL LAND PARK EASTER EGG HUNT AND HAT PARADE: This happy occasion brings cheer and glee with fun activities such as: lawn games, face painting, guest appearance of Mr. Cottontail, a hat parade of children who will sport their beautiful, handcrafted head wear and finally the egg hunt for 14,000-15,000 eggs to scavenge in Land Park.

There will also be light refreshments available with a local favorite providing children’s music presentations. The event will be located in the park east of Riverside Boulevard, between 11th and 13th avenues.

Lawn signs on Land Park Drive and Riverside Boulevard will also be posted to this event. The fun begins at 9 a.m. with the festivities starting at 9:30 a.m. At 10 a.m., the hat parade begins and at 10:30 a.m. the egg hunts will commence. Remember to arrive early to register your young one if they will be participating in the hat contest. Also, please bring your favorite Easter basket or bag to collect your Easter eggs.

OLD CITY CEMETERY TOUR – SYMBOLISM AND VICTORIAN MOURNING: The Old City Cemetery Committee presents a history tour of the symbols and Victorian mourning rituals in the cemetery, starting at 10 a.m. at the Sacramento Historic City Cemetery, 1000 Broadway. The Old City Cemetery is filled with the symbols of a time long past, but what do they mean? Is there more to a lamb, a broken bud or an urn than meets the eye? Come join us as we attempt to unlock the secrets hidden in plain sight and take a look into Victorian mourning culture. Widow’s weeds not re-

quired. There is ample free street parking on surrounding streets, with limited parking within the cemetery. Tours are free; however, donations are appreciated and benefit cemetery preservation. For more information, call 448-0811. The mission of the OCCC is to join hands with the community to restore, beautify, preserve, and protect the Historic City Cemetery, while maintaining access by descendants of the deceased, and to provide educational services to all visitors to the Historic City Cemetery of Sacramento.Reservations not required.

BELLE COOLEDGE LIBRARY PRESENTS MODEL RAILROAD PARTY – Join the American River Model Railroad Society to learn about where trains travel.

Experience the history of America through the magic of model trains. You may even meet Thomas and Friends! April 1 at 1 p.m. at Belle Cooledge Library, 5600 South Land Park Drive.

SATURDAY, APRIL 1 AND SUNDAY, APRIL 2

FAIRYTALE TOWN AND THE PUPPET ART THEATER COMPANY PRESENT: “TALE OF THE DRAGON’S TAIL”: Showtimes at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m.

Princess Penny is happy to be home from her world travels, until she discovers there are problems in the kingdom. A dragon has been spotted in the hills above the castle, and her father, the King, has been giving the kingdom’s gold to a wizard who claims he can keep the dragon away. Penny suspects something fishy. Will Penny get to the bottom of the mystery? Is there really a dragon? Find out in “Tale of the Dragon’s Tail” by Puppet

Art Theater Company! Performances will be held in the Children’s Theater. Tickets are $2 for nonmembers in addition to park admission and $1 for members. Tickets can be purchased at the Fairytale Town main gate or at the entrance to the Children’s Theater 15 minutes prior to showtime. For more information, visit fairytaletown.org or call (916) 808-7462. Fairytale Town is located at 3901 Land Park Drive.

ball and one of the 10 best players in the first quarter century of the NBA. Although playing in the early years of the NBA, with the Rochester Royals (now Sacramento Kings) didn’t guarantee him lasting fame he was a rarity in American sports history, as he was also a veteran, friend, husband, father, coach, volunteer and role model., April 4 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Ella K. McClatchy Library, 2112 22nd Street, Sacramento

BONSAI SEKIYU ANNUAL SHOW: Bonsai Sekiyu Kai invites you to the 40th annual Bonsai show with a demonstration at 2 p.m. by Yuzo Maruyama, followed by a benefit raffle. The event will include trees and bonsai materials for sale and the food vendor Haole Pig BBQ. Admission and parking are

BOOK CLUB “THE HAPPINESS OF PURSUIT”: A remarkable book that will both guide and inspire, The Happiness of Pursuit reveals how anyone can bring meaning into their life by undertaking a quest.

6:30 to 8 p.m. Meet at Starbucks, Greenhaven Drive and Pocket Road.

free. For information, email BonsaiSekiyuKai@gmail. com. The entire event goes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Buddhist Church of Sacramento, 2401 Riverside

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TUESDAY, APRIL 4

BELLE COOLEDGE LIBRARY PRESENTS POP-UP BOOK SALE – Featuring books for all ages. Support your local library and pick up some great reads! The sale is held at the entrance to the library and the Friends Bookstore will be open during regular hours. April 4, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Belle Cooledge Library, 5600 South Land Park Drive.

AUTHOR VISIT WITH BARRY S. MARTIN AT ELLA K. MCCLATCHY LIBRARY– Mr. Martin’s new book, “Bob Davies: A Basketball Legend” documents the life of Bob Davies, one of the most influential players in the first century of college basket-

COMMUNITY DAY AT THE SACRAMENTO ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

All ages are invited for a day of play at the Sacramento Adventure Playground, located at the Maple Neighborhood Center, 3301 37th Ave. Children get to create their own play structures and spaces by re-purposing everyday items such as cardboard boxes, plus household wares, natural elements and unexpected items. The Playground is a fun and safe environment where children can use their imagination and creativity to direct their own play! The Sacramento Adventure Playground is open rain or shine, and admission to the Playground is free. For more information, visit sacadventureplay.org or call 222-3831.

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What’s Happening, Kids!

LEGO MANIA! AT ELLA K. MCCLATCHY LIBRARY – Like building with LEGOs? Join us for our monthly LEGO free-play afternoon! LEGOs and Duplo LEGOs will be provided. Family/All Ages. April 8 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Ella K. McClatchy Library, 2112 22nd St., Sacramento.

SATURDAY, APRIL 15

CARMICHAEL EGG HUNT AND PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Here comes Peter Cottontail, hopping down the bunny trail to Carmichael Park! Join the Carmichael Recreation and Park District for egg hunts, arts and crafts, visits with the Bunny and a pancake breakfast. The egg hunt will be held rain or shine.

Children are divided by age groups as follows: -Age 2 and under -Age 3-4 -Age 5-6 -Age 7-8 Note: Children are advised to bring their own baskets for easy egg collection. Hunt areas will be spread throughout the park.

Email: events@carmichaelpark.com

Individual dates and times: 9 to 11 a.m.; Additional time information: Egg Hunt 10 a.m. *Please arrive at least 30-45 minutes early so you don’t miss this “eggciting” adventure. * Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

Carmichael Park, 5750 Grant Ave., Carmichael, CA 95608

INVENTION CONVENTION FOR KIDS AT ELLA K. MCCLATCHY LIBRARY – Do you want to be an inventor? Then come make a model of your own invention! We will look at the flying machines, catapults, and other inventions of Leonardo da Vinci, and use his creations for inspiration to make our own inventions for the 21st century. We will have cardboard, pipe cleaners, popsicle sticks, fabric, buttons, and other building and decorative materials to build a model of our new creations. School age. April 15 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Ella K. McClatchy Library, 2112 22nd St., Sacramento.

on activities and visits with Peter Cottontail. Daily egg hunts are held promptly at 12, 1 and 2 p.m. Hunt areas are separated by age group: 0 - 3 years, 4 - 6 years, and 7 - 12 years. Puppet Art Theater Company will perform “Bunny Bootcamp” in the Children’s Theater at 12:30, 1:30 and 2:30 p.m.

Theater tickets are $2 for nonmembers and $1 for members. Spring Eggstravaganza is $7 per person. Children ages 1 and under and Fairytale Town members are free. For more information, visit fairytaletown.org or call (916) 808-7462. Fairytale Town is located at 3901 Land Park Drive.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 16

RAINBOW FAMILY EGG HUNT & LGBT STORYTIME AT ELLA K. MCCLATCHY LIBRARY – We welcome all families to come participate in our Rainbow Egg Hunt at Ella K. McClatchy Library!

We’ll start by crafting special decorated bags (for egg collecting!), followed by a storytime celebrating families with two mommies, two daddies, or any combination of people, since love is what makes a family. Egg hunting will begin at 12 noon. Rain or shine, we’ll get together and celebrate! The library will be open for browsing but materials check out though computers will not be available. April 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ella K. McClatchy Library, 2112 22nd St., Sacramento SATURDAY, APRIL 15-SUNDAY, APRIL 16

FAIRYTALE TOWN SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

This fun-filled family weekend features egg hunts, prizes, spring-themed hands-

TEEN BOOK CLUB AT ELLA K. MCCLATCHY LIBRARY – Join us for our monthly teen book club meeting! Enjoy snacks and participate in a lively discussion of our book of the month. Copies of this month’s book will be available to pick up at the front desk. This month’s book: Book of a Thousand Days by Shannon Hale. For ages 13-18. April 18 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Ella K. McClatchy Library, 2112 22nd St., Sacramento.

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

OHANA DANCE GROUP AT ELLA K. MCCLATCHY LIBRARY– Come celebrate Día de los Niños with the Ohana Dance Group as they teach us about the music and dances of the Hawaiian Islands! In this interactive event, the audience will be given coconut halves, sea shells, and sticks to join in the rhythm of the music as we enjoy traditional Hawaiian dances.

The audience will then be taught the dances and invited to join in the fun! Family/All

Ages. April 22 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Ella K. McClatchy Library, 2112 22nd St., Sacramento.

SATURDAY, APRIL 22 - SUNDAY, APRIL 23

THE FAIRYTALE TOWN TROUPERS PRESENT: “SNOW WHITE AND ROSE RED” Show times at 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.

In celebration of their 10th anniversary season, the Troupers present “Snow White and Rose Red,” the first original play produced by the Troupers in 2007. This is the classic fairy story from the Brothers Grimm about two little sisters in the woods, the magical bond they share with a friendly bear, and their annoying misadventures with a grumpy old dwarf. Magic, mischief and more await all ages in this new staging of a happy, old-fashioned fairytale. Performances will be held in the Children’s Theater.

Tickets are $2 for nonmembers in addition to paid park admission and $1 for members. Tickets can be purchased at the Fairytale Town main gate or at the entrance to the Children’s Theater 15 minutes prior to showtime. For more information, visit fairytaletown.org or call (916) 808-7462. Fairytale Town is located at 3901 Land Park Drive.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26

BELLE COOLEDGE LIBRARY PRESENTS OATH CEREMONY – In celebration of the library’s partnership with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the community is invited to observe a special oath ceremony at the library. April 26 at 10:30 a.m. at Belle Cooledge Library, 5600 South Land Park Drive.

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Performances are located in the Little Theatre, Room 106, of the Performing Arts Center located in the corner created by 12th Avenue and Freeport Blvd (the northwest corner of the Sacramento City College campus).

The performance will be interpreted in American Sign Language

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