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 "So, You Want to Write a Book?"
Monday, February 6 at 4 pm
Monterey Public Library
625 Pacific Street, Monterey
Caving, dinosaur digs, whale rescues, ghost towns, animal encounters, and more. Author Mike Graf has written about them all, in both realistic fiction and non-fiction books for kids. Join him at the Monterey Public Library on Monday, February 6 @ 4:00 pm, as Mike reveals some of his favorite writing tips & techniques and how you can use them to write your own book.
Ages 8 & up. Learn more.
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PacRep Theatre ~ Open Auditions for 2012 Season
Monday, February 6, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Golden Bough Playhouse on Monte Verde between 8th and 9th, Carmel
Children ages 9 and up are invited to audition for ensemble cast of forks, spoons and books in PacRep Theatre’s production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. With 22 performances at the Outdoor Forest Theater from August 16 – Sept 23, this musical stage adaptation of the classic tale is a family favorite! Rehearsals for Beauty and the Beast, directed by Walt deFaria, begin in early-July. For more info click here.
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How to Interpret Academic and Educational Testing
Wednesday, February 8~ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Chartwell School 2511 Numa Watson Rd., Seaside
In this session, you will review the bell curve, and learn about the types of assessments and what they measure. This will be related to specific learning styles and how this data is used to determine how students learn best. Presented by John Aulenta, licensed educational psychologist. For more info click here.
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Montessori Learning Center Primary School
Open House & Art Show
Thursday, February 9~ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Montessori Learning Center - Primary School, 30 Hitchcock Rd., Salinas
For over 35 years the Montessori Learning Center has provided a warm, positive and stimulating educational community in which each child feels secure, respected and supported. Enjoy an Art Show and Open House to determine if this school is for your child. For more info click here.
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Monterey Bay Charter School
1st - 8th grade Open House
Saturday, February 11 ~ 10 am - 12 Noon
1004 David Avenue. Pacific Grove
Monterey Bay Charter School nurtures and inspires creativity, critical thinking, and motivated learning. Committed to educating the whole child, the school endeavors to foster the unfolding of each child's full potential. Enrollment requests received by March 1 will be included in a random drawing for fall openings. For more information, call (831) 655-4638. View the open house flyer here.
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Montessori Learning Center Elementary/Middle School
Open House
Saturday, February 11~ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Montessori Learning Center, 20 E. San Joaquin Street, Salinas
For over 35 years the Montessori Learning Center has provided a warm, positive and stimulating educational community in which each child feels secure, respected and supported. Come and explore this Open House to determine if this school is for your child. For more info click here.
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 Monterey Bay Aquarium ~ Shark Days
Saturday and Sunday, February 11 & 12
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monterey Bay Aquarium, 886 Cannery Row, Monterey
Explore the ocean's most mysterious and misunderstood species with Aquarium experts during Shark Days. This fun-filled weekend features shark and bat ray feedings, stories from aquarium staff about sharks behind the scenes, and special programs and activities. "Sherman's Lagoon" creator Jim Toomey will join in for a demonstration and book signing. There's even an iron-on T-shirt design created by Toomey for you to download! Come to Shark Days wearing your T-shirt and receive a prize. For iron on download and more info. click here.
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 Monterey County Free Libraries
100th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, February 11 ~ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Marina Library, 190 Seaside Circle, Marina
Monterey County Free Libraries is holding it's 100th Anniversary Celebration. Enjoy activities for the entire family including music, kids crafts, cake-cutting, a photo opportunity, library stories and more. For more information call 831-883-7507.
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 27th Annual Together With Love Run/Walk
Sunday, February 12, 9:00 am
Lovers Point Park Pacific Grove, Corner of Ocean View Blvd. and Forest Ave.
This is a benefit run/walk for the Monterey County Rape Crisis Center, a nonprofit agency serving adults and children who have been sexually abused. The race course is looped, mostly flat, along the beautiful Asilomar coastline on the Monterey Peninsula. The course closes at 10:30 am. NO BIKES or DOGS are allowed on the course. 27th Anniversary!! Kids' Run begins at 8:15 am, 10K and 5K begin 9:00 am. All participants are eligible for a prize drawing and refreshments. For the third year, participants receive, a long-sleeved performance safety t-shirt included in the registration fee for all 5K and 10K participants. Divisions for 10K and 5K include: 8 and under, 9-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and above. Run with a partner in the 10K for a chance to win in the pairs category. Awards are three deep. This is the 8th year for a 1K kids' fun run starting at 8:15 am for kids age 10 and under. Each child crossing the finish line will receive a medal & goody bag. T-SHIRT NOT INCLUDED but can be purchased on race day. Race day registration opens at 7:30 am. For more info and to register click here.
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 Fancy Nancy Valentine's Party
at MY Museum
Sunday, February 12 ~ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
MY Museum, 425 Washington St., Monterey
Attention all Fancy Nancy fans, especially those ages 4-7. You are cordially invited to a fancy Valentines Day Extravaganza! Please join us for a fun morning of tasty treats, fun play time, FANCY arts and crafts and a special story read by Ms. Fancy Nancy herself!
Don't forget to dress fancy! Pre-registration required! Cost:
$15 members and $20 nonmembers.
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 AT&T Pro Am Week
Monday, February 6 through Sunday, February 12
Various Locations in Pebble Beach
The AT&T Pro Am week offers a variety of events. Saturday, February 4th is the Payne Stewart Youth Golf Exhibition at the Pebble Beach Driving Range for FREE. Wednesday, February 8th is Military Day. Men and women who serve in this county in the Armed Forces, law enforcement and fire prevention along with their families are admitted free of charge all day. The Celebrity Challenge is Wednesday, February 8 from 11 am to 3 pm.. Enjoy the tournament Thursday, February 9th through Sunday, February 12 . Children 12 and under admitted FREE with a paying adult. For more info click here.
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Lindamood-Bell ~ Making the Grade
"How to Write a Book Report"
Wednesday, February 15 3:45 pm
Lindamood-Bell, 262 El Dorado Street, Ste. 200, Monterey
From finding the right book and getting started, to writing tips and giving the final presentation, this helpful workshop will give students a crash course on how to write a successful book report. Learn how to organize, outline, and create book reports that will dazzle!
For more info click here.
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 Pinnacle Learning Academy
Open House
Thursday, February 16 ~ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturday, February 25 11:00 am- 3:00 pm
Tuesday, March 6 ~ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturday, March 24 ~ 11:00 - 3:00 pm
975 W. Alisal St., Suite E, Salinas
The teachers at Pinnacle Learning Academy are dedicated parents of children who struggle
academically and socially in conventional school settings.
Together, they created a program that addresses the whole child
while meeting their academic needs.
Their school provides an innovative educational environment that
is structured, consistent, supportive and safe. With
contributions from trained teachers, specialists and parents,
they are able to offer a diverse academic and social learning
environment. For more info click here.
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Be Present: The Power of Mindfulness
Wednesday, February 22 ~
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cabrillo College Crocker Theatre, 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos
The Gateway School in Santa Cruz is sponsoring a presentation by Dr. Daniel J. Siegel entitled “The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind.” Dr. Siegel is a professor of psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine and co-director of the Mindful Awareness Research Center. He is also the Executive Director of the Mindsight Institute, an educational center devoted to promoting insight, compassion, and empathy in individuals, families, and communities. He is the author or co-author of several books, including Parenting from the Inside Out, The Mindful Brain and most recently, The Whole-Brain Child.
To purchase your $5.00 tickets and for more info click here.
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 Salinas Valley Pony Baseball and Softball Sign Ups
Various dates through February
El Dorado Park, Salinas
Salinas Valley Pony Baseball Inc. is a non-profit organization that serves youth, both male and female, ages 7-18, in the Salinas Valley (Castroville, Prunedale, Salinas, Chualar, Gonzales, Soledad, Greenfield, & King City). Applications are available at Homers Batting Cages and The Boys and Girls Club on Maryal Dr. Questions call George Grimm (League President- baseball) 594-7063, Daniel Garcia, League, baseball and softball) 710-0984 and Nick Diaz (softball), 235-3338. Check them out on Facebook, click here.
| Date |
Time |
Location |
| Saturdays, Feb. 4, Feb. 11, Feb. 18, Feb. 25 |
11 am - 2 pm |
El Dorado Park, Salinas |
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 Chartwell School Open House
Saturdays, March 3, April 28, May 19
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
2511 Numa WAtson Rd. Seaside
Come learn about Chartwell School by visiting one of their open houses. Chartwell is a unique educational program. They believe in the best that human potential has to offer and work hard to make it happen. Chartwell believes that the students who enroll in their program are capable of accomplishments they previously have not been able to demonstrate. So, they have set out to provide a remarkable type of education based on the needs and aspirations of the individual. Call 394-3468 for more info about Chartwell School click here.
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 The NEW High School Project Open House
Saturdays, March 3, April 28, May 19,
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
2511 Numa WAtson Rd. Seaside
At the heart of TNHSP it is their belief that students can learn to learn. "As teachers, it is our job to help them do so." They adapt their teaching strategies to meet student's individual needs. Then they empower them with the skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm they need to move on to a lifetime of learning. For more info click here.
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 Salinas Valley Youth Soccer League
Spring Registration
Now through Thursday, March 8
Salinas Valley Youth Soccer League has opened registration for the Spring 2012 season. Children ages 4 to 12 may enroll between now and March 8. The cost is $85 per child, including uniform and team picture. The season starts April 7. Games are played Saturdays at Constitution Soccer complex in Salinas. Registration can be mailed to SVYSL, 820 Park Row, No. 486, Salinas CA 93901 For more information you can call 831-578-8685, email maria@svysl.org or to download the registration form click here.
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 Bunny Brunch Egg-Stravaganza
Saturday, April 7 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Casanova Oak Knoll Park, Monterey
Hippity-hop...Come out and take a look at what the Easter Bunny has brought! Parents and children will love this springtime event which includes brunch with the bunny, crafts, entertaining stories, and a grand finale egg hunt. This event is sponsored by Monterey Recreation & Community Services Department. Call (831) 646-3730 to register.
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 22nd Annual Sea Otter Classic
Thursday, April 19 through April 22,
Thurs. through Sat.
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway, Hwy 68, Monterey
Professional and amateur athletes make the annual pilgrimage to participate in cycling's best competitive events in various mountain and road bike disciplines. Hundreds of pro cyclists, including national and world champions, come to Sea Otter to race, sign autographs, and share their racing techniques with fans. Whether you enter a race or come to cheer on cyclists this event is filled with family fun. Enjoy the Sea Otter Egg Hunt, Kids Races, a Bike Play Zone and a Carnival. For more info click here.
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 Big Sur Marathon ~ Just Run ~ Just Kids 3k
Saturday, April 30 ~ 8:00 am
Lover's Point Park, Pacific Grove
The 3K will begin in three "waves". The first wave will consist of open (non-school participant) 3K runners. The other waves will consist of Schools' Competition entrants. Participant bibs will be color coded to accommodate these waves. Anyone with a child in a stroller or a dog on a leash should plan in starting with the third wave. The course will proceed along Oceanview Blvd. in Pacific Grove and head west towards the Monterey Bay Aquarium. At the American Tin Cannery runners will make a u-turn onto the Recreation Trail and return to the finish at Lover's Point. There is also the option of a 1.5K turnaround at Berwick Park for our littlest runners. For more info click here.
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Monterey Bay Aquarium ~ Dia del Nino
Sunday, April 22 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monterey Bay Aquarium, 886 Cannery Row, Monterey
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