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Step Outside to View the Eclipse | |
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It may seem uncomfortable to do something fun when the world is distressed over invasions, massacres, kidnapping... yet, one thing we can do in addition to listening to and talking with our children and finding our own way to support Israel and local friends who may have suffered loss, is to do something.
Help the children and ourselves find, see and be the good in the world, be it through art, sports, music, volunteering, helping a neighbor, walking on the beaches or in the woods, fall gardening, planning for holidays etc.
This weekend offers many opportunities (Calendar), including a solar eclipse. Go here for suggestions on when and how to watch it.
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Have a peaceful fall weekend, Parmalee
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Talking with Children, Adolescents & Teens About War
for Parents and Teachers
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"Boundary skills help people of all ages have more fun and fewer problems with people – including friends and family members." KidPower
In our families, schools, workplaces and social gatherings we work on social skills: how to be kind, respectful, voice our own boundaries & listen to other's boundaries, and how to deal with bullies, but what happens when groups/peoples/nations led by a bully or bullies don't respect "boundaries" i.e. invade a country, destroy, murder, kidnap and upset the entire world?
What response will effect a change?
This is a BIG and IMPORTANT QUESTION, for the negative, perverse aspects of human nature have always always existed despite noble efforts to exist peacefully within and among nations. We keep trying to improve, yet we continue to meet evil.
And the most important question: what do we do to prevent tragedy at the national and international level when signs point to impending evil?
I say Seek voices who have steeped their lives in history and write for us now. They exist. It's up to us to research and read widely (authors from left, center and right). Ask friends, teachers, "talking heads" & politicians of all affiliations what they recommend. Acquire knowledge, then cast our votes.
Parmalee
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Monterey Bay Festival of the Birds, Thurs – Sat, October 13 – 15
The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project We are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community. Look forward to interactive workshops and field trip options throughout the many communities of Monterey Bay. This festival will be full of fun community connections, food, music, and a keynote speaker. Details
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Holiday Parade Registration 2023, Deadline to register is November 3. It’s time to start planning for the annual Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade on Saturday, December 2 from 10am to 12pm. The Downtown Association of Santa Cruz welcomes you to join us in celebrating the Annual Downtown Holiday Parade! Details
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Open Studios Art Tour 2023, Saturdays & Sundays 11am - 5pm
Oct. 14-15: North County artists - from the Yacht Harbor north
Oct. 21-22: All County - featuring 277 artists across the county
Painting by Sally Fuess Details
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Young foodies! Friday, October 13, 2pm, Freedom Library, Young foodies! We invite you to our Universal Yum program where we will learn about a different country each month through delicious snacks and interactive activities. This is a recurring program ans is on a first-come, first-serve basis as supplies are limited, and intended for ages 7-12. Details
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Gateway Fall Festival, Friday, October 13, 4 – 6pm
Join us at the Gateway Fall Festival 4-6pm followed by a Movie Under The Stars featuring Hotel Transylvania. Listen to KSQD Otter 841 song winner, music teacher David Cameron and the Middle School Band at 4:30pm. Games, Prizes, Art, Activities, Food and awesome Raffle Prizes! All children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Details
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Free Thriller Dance Classes, Every Saturday Sept 23 – Oct 14, 10am – 12pm, CALLING ALL ZOMBIES! Mark your calendars now! FREE Thriller dance classes. No experience necessary. All are welcome to join in the fun. Details
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Watsonville Library Tech Night, October 9, 5 – 6:30pm, Join us for Library Tech Night ~ Learn about podcasting equipment, play with bots and other technologies. All ages. Details
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Thomas & Percy’s Halloween Party, Sat & Sun, 9am – 5pm, October 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, Thomas and Percy’s Halloween party is a family event that offers aspiring engineers and their families the unique opportunity to take a ride with the classic storybook engine, Percy as well as Thomas the Tank Engine™ at Roaring Camp. Details
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Active Family Time, Sundays, through November 12, We are so excited to be hosting our Active Family Time of this academic year! Families from LOSD, SUESD, SCCS, and SLVUSD are invited to participate. Soccer clinics for grades 6-8 and Zumba for parents. Details
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Bruce and the Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Monday, October 16, 4 – 5pm, Bookshop Santa Cruz, bestselling author Ryan T. Higgins will join us to share his newest book Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow—the perfect way to celebrate all things spooky. Details
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Kidpower Workshops
Familypower: Boundary Skills for kids 7-12 together with their adults, Sunday, October 15, 11am – 12pm Details
Familypower: Un Buen Comienzo para niños de 3 a 7 años con sus adultos, Saturday, October 14, 10 – 11am Details
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Wilder Ranch Harvest Festival, Saturday, October 14, 11am – 3pm, Join us in the park, a beautiful fall setting, to enjoy live music, tasty treats, old-fashioned games and crafts. This is our inaugural Fall Fling apple trebuchet event as well. We hope to see you there.
This event is Free, with treats for sale. Parking is $10 per vehicle at the kiosk. Details
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Seacliff Street Fair, Sat, Oct 14, 11:30am – 4pm, Crafts, food, music, magic and you at the annual Seacliff Street Fair at Seacliff State Beach. Details
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Santa Cruz Museum Month | Pick up your Free Museum Month Pass, October, Visit your local museums for a free or reduced-price during the whole month of October! The Santa Cruz Museum Partnership is hosting Santa Cruz Museum Month throughout October 2023. This year, anyone can use a special free Museum Month Pass to explore 10 local museums. Details
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Chaminade Fall Festival, Saturday, October 14, 3:30 – 7:30pm,
Join us in celebrating the beauty of the season with an evening of family-friendly activities, including two bounce houses, s’mores, face painting, and the haunted forest (the best one yet!) There will be costume contests and great prizes, including for your dogs.
Don’t miss out on this day of fall magic. Fun and food trucks! Details
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Parenting Workshops, These parent workshops offer outstanding skills, tips and support in our parenting path. We are fortunate to have these resources. Even if everything is going well, it's good to know what's available. October
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Save the Date!!
If you love the Wimpy Kid series, get your tickets now!
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 18: No Brainer, Friday, October 27, 6 - 7pm, Bookshop Santa Cruz welcomes #1 New York Times bestselling author Jeff Kinney to the Civic Auditorium for a celebration of the latest installment in his Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, No Brainer! This highly entertaining event will include games, interactive photo ops, and more. Tickets include entry to the event for two people, a pre-signed copy of No Brainer, and access to activities. Details
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