http://www.centralcoastkids.com Special events for kids and families on the California Central Coast Sun, 14 Mar 2010 03:30:00 PSTen-usCopyright 2006 Central Coast Kids The City of Pismo Beach Recreation Division announces its second annual Pacific Breeze Concert Series a Dinosaur Caves Park. This free, three show spring series will again feature exceptional regional musical groups as well as special family activities. Make sure you bring your lawn chairs for seating in the Rotary Amphitheatre or blankets for use on the parkﾒs expansive lawns overlooking the stage and the Pacific Ocean! If you work up an appetite, donﾒt worry. The Rib Line & Doc Burnsteinﾒs ice cream will be for sale! http://centralcoastkids.com/events/april-events.cfm Sun, 11 Apr 2010 13:00:00 PST Childrenﾒs Day in the Plaza is held every April to celebrate the National Month of the Child. It is a day designed to bring education, fun, and families together with community resources. This years theme is ﾓExpress Yourself: Dance to the beat of your own drumﾔ. The event will give children the opportunity to explore music and creativity. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/april-events.cfm Sat, 10 Apr 2010 10:00:00 PST Mad Science Spring Break Camps - $150 per half day camp + $25 materials fee Ages 5-10 Crazy Chemworks: Young Scientist handle laboratory tools, build and break molecules, and pick up some tricks on chemical changes. Monday March 29 - Friday April 2, 9am-12pm Monday April 5 - Friday April 9, 1pm-4pm NASA Academy of Future Space Explorers: From Earth's atmosphere to the outer reaches of the solar system, this hands-on program sends children on a quest for exploration. Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Monday March 29 - Friday April 2, 1pm-14pm Monday April 5 - Friday April 9, 9am-12pm For Registration log onto www.slocity.org/parksandrecreation or contact the San Luis Obispo Parks & Recreation Department http://centralcoastkids.com/events/april-events.cfm Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 PST Boys and Girls, Ages 4-6; ﾓFrom little acorns do mighty oaks growﾔ The Catalyst Soccer Clubﾒs Little Skill Builders Program is an excellent course on becoming a fundamentally sound, young soccer playerﾖregardless of beginning skill or experience level. All boys and girls (ages 4-6) who have the desire to learn and enjoy the game are welcome. Taught by a staff of top local youth coaches and collegiate players who show ﾓby exampleﾔ how to become a more skillful player. Topics covered include simple moves, turns, fakes, many ball-control techniques and fun soccer-related games for your new soccer player. Register Now! http://centralcoastkids.com/events/april-events.cfm Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 PST Boys and Girls, Ages 6-14; In the tradition of the first year... a great summer soccer camp that features professional instruction to give your kids the superb learning they need to develop in the beautiful sport of soccer. The camp will cover all aspects of the game with special emphasis on the fundamentals of passing, shooting, dribbling, and good defensive habits as well as many contests and fun soccer related games to challenge and excite the young player to new levels! Register Now! http://centralcoastkids.com/events/april-events.cfm Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 PST The City of Pismo Beach Recreation Division in collaboration with the Pismo Beach Business Improvement Group (BIG) would like to invite you to the annual Easter Egg Hunt. The festivities will be held at Dinosaur Caves Park, Shell Beach & the hunt is FREE! The celebration will include games, bounce houses, face painting, balloon artist, food provided by The Rib Line and Doc Burnsteinﾒs & much more! Participants are asked to bring their own basket or bag to collect their eggs and goodies! In addition, if everyone uses their good manners, the Easter Bunny will be visiting & may even be on-site for photo opportunities so be sure to bring your cameras! To ensure the safety of all participants, there are different hunt times for different age groups! The hunt times will be as follows: Ages 2 & underﾅﾅﾅ10:05am Ages 3-4ﾅﾅﾅﾅﾅﾅ10:40am Ages 5-6ﾅﾅﾅﾅﾅﾅ11:10am Ages 7-9ﾅﾅﾅﾅﾅﾅ11:45am Ages 10-12ﾅﾅﾅﾅ...12:10pm http://centralcoastkids.com/events/april-events.cfm Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:00:00 PST Join the Grover Beach and Arroyo Grande Parks & Recreation Departments for this popular annual event. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/april-events.cfm Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:00:00 PST The City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to the 2010 Central Coast Monster Skate Series, running from March 27 through May 29. This is a chance for skaters of all ages to show off their skills and compete in six local skate contests. At each exciting event, the top three skaters from each division will receive awards. Registration opens at 9a.m. and the cost to compete is $15. All skaters must wear a helmet and adhere to each parkﾒs pad requirements. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/april-events.cfm Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 PST The Catalyst Soccer Clubﾒs Little Skill Builders Program is an excellent course on becoming a fundamentally sound, young soccer playerﾖregardless of beginning skill or experience level. All boys and girls (ages 4-6) who have the desire to become better players are welcome. Taught by a staff of top local youth coaches and collegiate players who show ﾓby exampleﾔ how to become a more skillful player. Topics covered include simple moves, turns, fakes, many ball-control techniques and fun soccer-related games for your new soccer player. Register now. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST The Catalyst Soccer Clubﾒs popular Spring Skillsbuilders Program is an excellent course on becoming a fundamentally sound, young soccer player ﾖ regardless of beginning skill or experience level. All boys and girls (ages 6-14) who have the desire to become better players are welcome. This five-part skills developmental program is designed to help the young player become confident and creative with their soccer skills. Taught by Paul Holocher and a staff of top local youth coaches and collegiate players who show ﾓby exampleﾔ how to become a more skillful player. Topics covered include individual ball skills such as moves, turns, 1v1 dribbling skills; fundamental soccer skills such as, passing, collecting, and shooting the ball; and many small sided games allowing players to simulate real game situations while maximizing their ﾓtouches on the ball.ﾔ Register Now http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST Mad Science Spring Break Camps - $150 per half day camp + $25 materials fee Ages 5-10 Crazy Chemworks: Young Scientist handle laboratory tools, build and break molecules, and pick up some tricks on chemical changes. Monday March 29 - Friday April 2, 9am-12pm Monday April 5 - Friday April 9, 1pm-4pm NASA Academy of Future Space Explorers: From Earth's atmosphere to the outer reaches of the solar system, this hands-on program sends children on a quest for exploration. Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Monday March 29 - Friday April 2, 1pm-14pm Monday April 5 - Friday April 9, 9am-12pm For Registration log onto www.slocity.org/parksandrecreation or contact the San Luis Obispo Parks & Recreation Department http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST Gilroy Gardens is a beautiful California amusement park, located in Gilroy, CA, and is the only California theme park with a horticultural theme. The Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, created and designed by Michael Bonfante to educate guests and foster a greater appreciation of the natural world and man's ability to shape it. Ideal for families with young children and garden lovers, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park features 21 rides, 27 attractions, 6 majestic gardens and the world famous Circus Trees. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST The City of Pismo Beach Recreation Division announces its second annual Pacific Breeze Concert Series a Dinosaur Caves Park. This free, three show spring series will again feature exceptional regional musical groups as well as special family activities. Make sure you bring your lawn chairs for seating in the Rotary Amphitheatre or blankets for use on the parkﾒs expansive lawns overlooking the stage and the Pacific Ocean! If you work up an appetite, donﾒt worry. The Rib Line & Doc Burnsteinﾒs ice cream will be for sale! http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sun, 28 Mar 2010 13:00:00 PST Meet the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, and enjoy some great games and prizes! http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sat, 27 Mar 2010 11:00:00 PST "Orchids Gone Native": Displays represented by hobbyists, several local orchid societies and the show vendors showcase a multitude of blooming orchids at their very best. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST Beginning March 27th, the Charles Paddock Zoo is welcoming back Bunny Town and Chick City. Come see our furred and feathered friends for a limited time only. This year you can enroll all your kiddies from the age of six and up in one of our educational workshops for a chance to get up close and personal with a few of our residents and fun-filled crafts. Space is limited, so please enroll early. Admission to Bunny Town and Chick City is free with standard admission prices. This feathery, furry fun ends on April 11th, 2010. So, be sure to bring your family to the Central Coast's only zoo for an exciting, affordable and educational experience. Call 470-3172 for more information. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST The City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to the 2010 Central Coast Monster Skate Series, running from March 27 through May 29. This is a chance for skaters of all ages to show off their skills and compete in six local skate contests. At each exciting event, the top three skaters from each division will receive awards. Registration opens at 9a.m. and the cost to compete is $15. All skaters must wear a helmet and adhere to each parkﾒs pad requirements. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST Happy Time Coop Preschool - Annual Rummage Sale Fundraiser. Major fundraiser of the year. Huge selection of children's toys, clothing, household items, furniture & a bake sale. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:00:00 PST $20 each or $55 for a consecutive series of 3 Saturday March 20 & May 15: Where's the Air: Ages 5-7, 11am-12pm Investigate air pressure & bouoyancy. Black & Blue Oceans: Ages 8-10, 1pm-2pm Learn all about the pollution that plagues our oceans. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sat, 20 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST Private Hike: Nipomo Dunes @ ConocoPhillips Join Land Conservancy Restoration Ecologist and dune plant specialist, Mark Skinner, in exploring the magnificent wildflowers of the Guadelupe Nipomo Dunes. Learn about local plants that specialize in this harsh but beautiful coastal dune ecosystem as you walk through land owned by ConocoPhillips. Hikers will enjoy frequent stops to look at plants up close and ask questions. Be prepared to hike in uneven sand for up to 2 miles. Water and layered clothing suggested; Binoculars and cameras encouraged. Families welcome, but please NO pets. Driving Directions: Meet at Conoco Phillips parking lot located off Highway 1 in Nipomo. From North ﾖ Take 101 south to the Halcyon exit. Stay straight on Halcyon to Highway 1; Left on Highway 1. A few miles south on Highway 1, turn right into first drive at ConocoPhillips (look for business sign). Stay on long drive until you dead-end at the parking lot. From South (Nipomo) - Go north on Highway 1 until you are near the CDF fire station. Take a left at ConocoPhillips (look for business sign). Stay on long drive until you dead-end at the parking lot. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:00:00 PST Come along and find out what Kite Boarding Event is the ultimate opportunity to get the leading edge information from industry experts about new technology and techniques. Test all the newest 2010 kites and boards at the largest kite-boarding event in California and in the country. Registration is FREE! For more information, please contact Kinsley ThomasWong at 773-9200 or visit www. xtremebigair.com. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:00:00 PST Hereﾒs your chance to reconnect and rejuvenate with your friends over a cup of tea while checking out the latest spring fashions from The Blenders. So gather your friends, select your favorite hat, savor the delightful food and relax with the warmth of tea and friendship. Tickets go on sale March 1st at the Senior Center reception desk. Seating is limited so get your tickets early! Call the Senior Center at 237-3880. Cost: $8 per guest. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:00:00 PST American Legion downstairs patio. $12.00 reservations required 927-5010. Dinner 5PM and 6:30PM. http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST Wednesdays Ages 3-6 March 3rd: Kangaroos stories, songs and a craft March 10th:Big Birds---eagles and more March 17th:Irish stories and music March 24th:Let?s Count---fun with numbers March 31st:AHS Drama students, under the direction of Catherine Kingsbury, present Cinderella stories from other countries http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:30:00 PST A special, traveling exhibit is coming to the Museum on February 2 that lets kids journey into Africa. Children will discover a Serengeti village, complete with an African market, mud hut, clay oven, indigenous costumes, musical instruments, and stories. Watch for special village events featuring African music, dance, crafts, and cooking. The village will be at the Museum until May 2. Come explore Africa with us! http://centralcoastkids.com/events/march-events.cfm Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST