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A resource for families in Santa Cruz County |
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Teens can be so great, especially when we --parents, teachers, administrators--
give them the tools to make a difference.
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Give Teens the Tools to be
a Best Friend Ever
"Last spring, Jamie Gorman had a panic attack at the mall.
The then-high school sophomore was with a group of friends at Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey, when she began to feel overwhelmed. Her fingers were tingling. She couldn’t catch her breath. She felt shaky and dizzy.
Her teenage friends sprang into action.
“They were like, ‘Jamie, sit down.’ ‘Jamie, give me your phone — unlock it,’” Gorman recalled in a recent interview at her high school.
“They immediately called my dad so he could talk to me. They found a water bottle for me. They sat with me; they were just there for me.” She said her friends were “very comforting because they were very calm and they were like, okay, we know what to do.” Story by Anna Kamenetz
Parents of Teens: Please read this entire article by Anna Kamenetz of the Hechinger Report. Share it with your teens and preteens and forward it to your children's teachers and administrators. AND scroll down for links to three great workshops on interacting with teens.
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Get familiar with our online Calendar. You can look for events by category, for example, camps post their first day of a new program, here.
School events on the Calendar!? Yes, it's a relaxing time to check out some options: Here!
Interesting that two self-defense classes are being offered soon. Scroll down to check them out.
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Books are great! Some characters inspire me to do better (Maisie Dobbs)! Some make me laugh (Grandma Mazur's chicken scene). Some make mistakes like I do (Anne of Green Gables). Some teach me new ideas, for example a refreshing perspective on history. I like books and I know you do too, so please enjoy the 2023 lists in today's newsletter. There is something for everyone!
Parmalee
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Join us at Santa Cruz County parks, beaches, trails and programs to celebrate Parks Make Life Better Month. Challenge yourself to visit the more than 60 parks, beaches and coastal access points County Parks has to offer! But first, mark your calendars for the activities listed on this page - all FREE, and designed just for YOU! July at the Parks
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For Adults… Lists of 2023 Books to Read…
or Not, for YOU get to Choose!
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When your children’s little eyelids have succumbed to the wonderful sensation of sleepiness, you kiss them goodnight, tiptoe out and head for YOUR BOOK! Ahhhh… Just one more chapter before you too sleep. Whatever your favorite genre, these lists offer a great variety of choices. Downtime, me time,escape... it's good for us! Enjoy! > > >
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Have you seen The Sound of Freedom? |
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A friend found this 1911 book in a used bookstore.
When I recommended seeing The Sound of Freedom, I didn't realize this beautiful film had such a remarkable back story.
It seems there were powerful forces that didn't want it to be made, much less distributed. I leave it to you to research the struggles to bring this story to light.
Not a single one of us would want our own child to become the victim of child trafficking. What can we parents do to protect all children? One personal response to this challenge: Scroll down to learn about local self-defense classes.
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Always check for new posts!
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Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, July and August, Join Santa Cruz Shakespeare in its beautiful outdoor theater under the trees in The Audrey Stanley Grove at DeLaveaga Park in Santa Cruz. Details
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Family Friendly Movie Night -Jurassic Park, Friday, dusk, July 14
Join us for a family-friendly movie under the stars this summer. Movies begin at dusk. Low back chairs, blankets and jackets recommended. No alcohol, please. Come early and bring a picnic to enjoy! Details
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Cascada de Flores Presents The Treasure of Aquiles, Thursday, July 13, 2-3pm, Come join the adventures of Achilles! Sing, dance and play with Cascada de Flores. “¡Aqui-les va… un cuento! The Treasure of Aquiles” is a bilingual, participatory and original story told with music, dance and you! Details
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Matilda the Musical, Friday & Saturday 8pm, June 23 – July 15, “Matilda the Musical” reflects the twisted genius of Roald Dahl who revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. Details
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Snowdo White and The Fellowship of the Mirror, Weds – Saturday 7pm, July 19 – 22 & 26 – 29; Sunday 3pm, July 23 & 30, Attention members of the Fellowship, citizens of the Shire, and all friends of Little Earth: Tickets to transport you to our magical realm are on sale! Celebrate (Little) Earth Day with us by snagging your tickets, including Front Row and Riser special seating. Details
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LEGO® Pirates: The Hunt for the Golden Treasure, Saturday, July 8 – 23, 11am – 6pm, Captain Brickbeard’s ship has crashed and he’s on the hunt for enough golden treasure to buy himself the shiniest, speediest, and most beautiful ship that there ever was! Use the “Ye Olde Treasure Map” to scope out all of the hidden treasure locations throughout the attraction and earn an awesome prize fit for a pirate. Do you have what it takes to become a pirate? Join the hunt this Summer! Piratical Details
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Teen Girls Self-Defense Workshop, Sunday, July 16, 12:30 – 3pm
Help your teen girl to feel safe, confident and in control of her choices. The Tannery Studio 111 | $139, Details
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Fullpower: Introduction to Physical Self-Defense, Sunday, July 16, 10 – 11am, In our Fullpower Introduction to Physical Self-Defense online program, adults of all ages as well as teens age 15-17 learn safe practices, Details
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True Love Christian Music And Art Festival, July 15, 11am – 6pm
A Christian music and art festival where local bands and artists UNITE to share their God given blessings to serve, praise, worship and share their true love for Jesus Christ for all to see and hear. Details
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Free Books All Summer, Live Like Coco, June – August, There’s nothing better than giving out free books all summer! Details
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Capitola Twilight Concerts, Wednesdays 6pm, June 21 – August 30, The Capitola Twilight Concerts are hosted on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. July 12: Ribsys Nickel, Details
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Beach Boardwalk: Free Daily Entertainment , June 19 – August 11, Add more fun to your visit and see magicians, jugglers, acrobats and more perform at two locations in the park. Engaging performers invite you to be a part of the FREE show! Details
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Free Movies on the Boardwalk Beach, Fridays 9pm, June 16 – August 11, Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair and join us! June 30 Space Jam! Details
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Live Music on the Boardwalk Colonnade,
Thursdays, 8:30 – 10pm, June 15 – August 10, Enjoy FREE Live Music Thursdays throughout the summer on the Boardwalk Colonnade! Come for the rides, stay for the entertainment! June 22 MAN IN BLACK, Details
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Midtown Summer Block Party, Fridays through September 29 – 5:00 to 8:30ish, Come Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at our Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors. July 16th: James Durbin & The Lost Boys w/opener Coffee Zombie Collective, Details
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Watsonville Summer Concert Series Music in the Plaza, 1st & 3rd Fridays 6 – 8pm, June 16 – September 1, Ready to dance the night away? Our summer outdoor Music in the Plaza concert series is back and will feature a variety of bands to help you get your groove on! Grab a bite at our downtown restaurants and join us for the music Details
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Heritage Events at Roaring Camp, All Summer, Heritage sounds like something old, unless you’re talking Heritage Events at Roaring Camp. Free Heritage Events with the purchase of a Roaring Camp train ticket: Monday: Blacksmith; Tuesday: Printing Press; Wednesday: Candle Making; Thursday: Crafts; Friday: Gold Panning Details
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Free Harbor Water Taxi, All Summer Weekends, 11am – 6pm
The free, inner-harbor water taxi is back in service for the summer!
It operates on summer weekends and holidays through Labor Day. Click for locations to hitch a ride. Details
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Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam, Saturdays, 10am – 12pm, Strum Along on the beach behind the Crow’s Nest.
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Learning Adventures in the Parks, 12 - 5pm, July 9 – Natural Bridges State Beach; July 23 - The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Join Watsonville Public Library for Learning Adventures. Sign up for a free field trip to one of the local State Parks with an expert bilingual guide. 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! July
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