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Parent Education
07/15/2009—07/15/2010 | Active Parenting classes in and around the Bay Area
<p>Learn new ways to tackle your most important job: parenting. At an Active Parenting class, you will learn how to develop courage, cooperation, and responsibility in your children. Each class is filled with video, activities, and discussion with parents just like you! For parents of children ages 1-4, 5-12, 10-8; also step-families, divorced parents, and more. To find the classes nearest you, please check our website. To find the classes nearest you, please check our web site: www.ActiveParenting.com/parents.htm</p>
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Fitness & Wellness
07/19/2009—08/01/2010 | Play Free Sunday Nights at The Jungle
<p>Back by popular demand!!! The Jungle Fun & Adventure invites families to come and play on Sunday nights for FREE. The Jungle waves its general admission price and lets everyone go wild inside the HUGE jungle-themed play place. A fun way to excercise and burn off summer energy! Don't forget your socks! The Jungle - Willows Shopping Center 1975 Diamond Blvd., Concord (925) 687-4386. www.thejunglefun.com open daily Sundays until 8:30 pm</p>
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Hands-on Activities
08/01/2009—07/31/2010 | Troutmere Family Trout Fishing
<p>We are open every Saturday and Sunday 10am - 5pm at 6861 La Honda Road in La Honda. for all ages to experience trout fishing. For more information, please call 650-747-9318 or email troutmere@gmail.com<br /><span style="color: #006699; font-family: Geneva;"><br /></span></p>
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Support Groups
09/02/2009—12/02/2009 | Hearing Loss Association of America-Diablo Valley Chapter
<p>Educational and volunteer support group for children and adults with hearings loss meets 1st Wednesday of each month at the Walnut Creek United Methodist Church, 1543 Sunnyvale Ave., Walnut Creek, CA 94597 in the Education Building, Wesley Room. Meeting room & parking lot are located at back of church. Meetings are open to the public. Donations accepted. We have an assistive listening system so you can use your T-coil and most meetings are captioned. For more information, contact: HLAADV@hearinglossdv.org or call 925.264.1199 or visit www.hearinglossdv.org Please join us!</p>
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Support Groups
09/23/2009—11/25/2009 | Axis Community Health to Host The Parent Project
<p>Sept. 23-Nov. 25, 2009 (Wednesdays; 6:00 - 9:00 PM: The series gives parents an opportunity to learn to help support their teens in making positive choices. The goal is to assist in helping their teens improve school attendance and performance, avoid alcohol and drugs, have a happier family life and stay safe. Valley High School; 6901 York Drive, Dublin. $150 per person/$200 per couple. Contact Amie Souza @ (925) 201-6201 www.axishealth.org</p>
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Auditions
11/01/2009—12/11/2009 | Livermore's 2010 Talent Competition Tryouts
<p>'Livermore's 2010 Talent Competition' Accepting Applications NOW! Win $2,500. Go to LivermoresTalentCompetition.com . Apply by December 11, 2009. 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM. Bankhead Theater, Livermore Performing Arts Center, 2400 First Street, Livermore. $25 / $35. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.livermorestalentcompetition.com Email: auditions@livermorestalentcompetition.com</p>
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Parent Education
11/21/2009 | Great Parenting Academy Live Event
<p>Featuring Jack Canfield! In one day you will learn how everyone can raise amazing children. Register now and get your Free Gifts! 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. San Ramon Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Road, San Ramon. $55 to $225. MORE INFO: Website: http://GreatParentingAcademy.com Email: info@GreatParentingAcademy.com Phone: 925-394-4988</p>
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Kids Classes
11/21/2009 | Everyday Wonder: Creating Jewish Home Traditions for Young Children
<p>Join other families with young children to enjoy puppets, songs, stories, & explore how to create your own Jewish home traditions. All are welcome. 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Jewish Gateways, 409 Liberty Street, El Cerrito. Free for first-time participants, RSVP required. MORE INFO: Website: http://www.jewishgateways.org/events/2009/nov/21/wonder-everyday-creating-jewish-home-traditions-young-children Email: rabbibridget@jewishgateways.org Phone: 510-559-8140</p>
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11/21/2009 | Financial Workshop for Moms
<p>Join us on Saturday,November 21st in Pleasant Hill from 10am to 2pm,as we demystify money management, debunk “conventional wisdom” and empower each other towards our goal of becoming the CFO of our lives. Knowledge is the key! <br />You will walk away with a solid foundation, built on key insights on how to set up insurance protection <br />knowing how to set realistic financial goals, and gain a better understanding of your investment choices <br />learn about the importance of trust and estate planning and gain tips on tax advantaged savings opportunities. The workshop fee is $48 and includes a workbook to support achievement of your goals. Plus food and beverages provided before the workshop, as well as during our lunch time break. <br />There will be no products sold or endorsed at the workshop. Just good, solid information from a group of experienced women who want you to be “the CFO of your life.” <br /><br />For more details and registration information, <br />simply click on the link below. <br /> <br /><a href="http://financialwellnessforwomen.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://financialwellnessforwomen.blogspot.com/</a> <br /> </p>
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Art
11/21/2009 | Country Folk Art Craft Show
Shop till you drop at this crafts fair featuring artisans from across the country. Today, 10am-5pm and tomorrow, 10am-4pm. $7 adults, $2 children. Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton. 510-426-7600.countryfolkart.com.
| Fee | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Museum Events
11/21/2009 | Fantasy Weekend
See gnomes and leprechauns, unicorns and griffins, wizards and warlocks as the Museum of Fun becomes the playground for an intriguing role-playing game. Today and tomorrow, 10am-5pm. $15 adults, $10 for children under 14. Playland-Not-at-the-Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510-232-4264. playland-not-at-the-beach.org.
| Fee | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Parent Education
11/21/2009 | How to Raise Great Kids
The Great Parenting Academy presents an all-day workshop on "Helping Parents Raise Extraordinary Kids." Top parenting experts will be on hand with advice and helpful tools. 8am-6pm. San Ramon Valley Performing Arts Center, San Ramon. $55-75. 925-394-4988. GreatParentingAcademy.com.
| Fee | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
11/21/2009 | Holidays on the Farm
Dell' Osso Family Farms invites families to celebrate with snow, lights, snow tubing, snow play, drive-thru light show, live reindeer, Santa and more.. Check website for times and pricing. 26 Stewart Road, Lathrop. 209-982-0833. holidaysonthefarm.com.
| Fee | SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
11/21/2009 | Photos with Santa
Santa arrives at Southland Mall to hear wishes and take photos. Children visiting Santa receive a free coloring and autograph book. Visits FREE, photo prices vary. Through Dec. 24. One Southland Mall Dr., Hayward. 510-782-3527. southlandmall.com.
| Free | ALAMEDA COUNTY
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Hands-on Activities
11/21/2009 | Thanksgiving Crafts
Get ready for Thanksgiving with hands-on art and craft activities that reflect the celebrations of the season. Noon-1:30pm. FREE. Los Vaqueros Interpretive Center, 100 Walnut Blvd., Byron. 925-371-2628. ccwater.com.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Exhibits
11/21/2009 | Model Railroad Show
Train fans will enjoy this show featuring HO scale freight and trolley lines operating in an intricate mountainous layout. Today and tomorrow, 11am-6pm. $3 adults, $2 ages 6-12, under 6 FREE. 271 Buena Vista Ave., Walnut Creek. 925-937-1888. wcmrs.org.
| Free | CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Festivals & Fairs
11/21/2009—11/22/2009 | Houdini Magic Weekend #2 at Playland-Not-at-the-Beach
<p>10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Back by popular demand, Playland-Not-at-the-Beach presents another weekend of magic and mystery. Come to see a bevy of famous northern California magicians perform, take a class in magic, and watch recordings of the great masters in the history of the art of magic and illusion. Guests can play all day: $10 for children and seniors, and $15 for general admission. the 20+ interactive exhibits celebrate the magic and history of America's bygone amusements -- circuses, carnivals, magic, side shows, penny arcades, amusement devices, pinball arcade. Playland-Not-at-the-Beach 10979 San Pablo Avenue El Cerrito, CA 94530 Website is www.playland-not-at-the-beach.org (510) 932-8966 Cell Phone (510) 592-3002 24-Hour Information Line</p>
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Art
11/21/2009 | Enchanting Autumn Art
<p>Children ages 2 to 5 and their families are invited to join Monica Haddad, the director of Happytogether Preschool, in crafting leaf rubbings and painted prints of various Fall shapes. Learn a Thanksgiving finger play and hear an autum story. This event will take place on Saturday, November 21st from 4-5pm at the future home of happytogether Preschool, Kehilla Community Synagogue, 1300 Grand Ave, Piedmont, CA 94610. Admission is free. Please RSVP to: monica@happytogetherpreschool.com or 510-705-2849.</p>
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