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Letter From The PublisherLetter From The PublisherLetter From The PublisherLetter From The Publisher: Another whole school year comes to an end! And it’s another big year for us! My middle child moves on to college! The end of the school year always gets crazy, doesn’t it? Graduation parties, last minute school projects… but it also leaves me asking the question…”where did it go?”. With Lyn graduating from high school, I’ve had to dig out some old photos for her various banquet slide shows. And I came across a couple that made me want to cry! That was when I thought how hard it was, all the homework and the carpools and

driving and friends over. And in an instant, the house is quiet and you have 1 or no children left. It’s going to be an interesting adjustment for me the next few months. Not only is one going to college, the other is already in college and heading to study abroad in the Fall! I know most of our readers have little ones and you’re thinking, “yeah right Cathy, you don’t have a clue!” . Night feedings, naps, preschool drama. But I do—I re-member it well. It only seems like yesterday—and yet it’s not. So during your next total complete mommy meltdown (yes, I remember having those as well. In fact, I still do!), just remember it goes too quickly and soon enough you’ll be making the college decision and packing up the car!

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By Ann Gambrell Today’s spring-cleaning is not the same today as in our mother and grandmothers’ day. Then the house was literally turned inside out with a schedule including, deep cleaning and polishing of all furniture, fresh wallpaper, painting, rug cleaning, fresh or new slipcovers, and more. If you do not recall all this fuss over winter’s ending, I am sure your elders have not too fond memories.

Yes. Spring does still conger up thoughts of open-ing the windows and freshening up the house. So go for it with these quick tips to help you “spring” into action. 1. Open windows to air out each rooms. While you're there, quickly clean the window and ledges on the inside. You can plan a later day to tackle the outsides. Or hire a window cleaning service. 2. Try using a light sprinkling of water on the bris-tles of a broom to "catch" more dust and dirt when

sweeping. This works especially well on porches, decks and garage floors. Or try the new disposable pads on a stick method of dusting and wet cleaning.

3. A telescoping duster is great for cobwebs in those high spots. When using a feather or “furry” dust catcher, try giving it a quick (light) spritz of furniture polish to catch the dust and not just push it around.

4. Check out the cleaning supplies at your supermarket for great shower, tile and grout cleaning sprays & solutions. Also visit a local janitorial supply store for substantial and reasonably priced products.

5. A swipe of a baby wipe or a spray of window cleaner is great to freshen up sinks & fixtures. Remember to change the kitchen sink sponge daily…yes daily. They can be a breeding ground for bacteria! Toss them into the dish-washer or washing machine or zap them in the microwave oven for two min-utes.

6. Keep cleaning supplies under each sink in a handy plastic caddie for easy access and quick daily clean-ups. It is easier to clean on the spot when the supplies are handy. Take care to prevent small children from getting into these areas.

7. Window blinds can be a hassle to clean. A feather duster with a light spray of dusting spray will do well to collect the dust. Or hire a window blinds cleaning service. That should get you started with the “new & easy” spring-cleaning. Now, reward your hard work with some fun in the sun! After all it IS Spring! Ann Gambrell is an organizational consultant and speaker available to inform and entertain audiences. She facilitates weekday and Saturday Clutter Sup-port Groups and teaches organizing classes through the Torrance Adult School. To learn more, phone Ann at 310-212-0917 or request her for FREE monthly email tips email [email protected]. You will be glad you did.

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Helping Kids Make Friends

By Certified Etiquette Trainer, Kara Doody Summer is near, which means parents everywhere are starting to get anxious about what they are going to do to keep their kids busy during the summer. There are so many social activities during the summer, so why not take this opportunity to help your child make some great new friends. For some of us, making friends is easy and for others it comes with it’s challenges. Life does not come with an instruction booklet, so how are our kids supposed to know how to make new friends without guidance. From the time they are born we are putting them in different social activities. Children need to be given tools in order for them to feel comfortable and confi-dent in life, and the more tools they are given the better off they will be in handling various social situations. Here are some tips you can give your kids on making new friends this summer and how to keep them: 1. Be Friendly- a smile goes a long way. Teach your child that smiles are conta-

gious and if they smile at someone, chances are the person will smile back. Explain to them how a smile makes them appear approachable and friendly.

2. Ask questions of others- When you ask someone about themselves it shows that you are interested in them. It also implies that you want to get to know them better. Asking questions of friends is a great way to make conversation and to keep a conversation going.

3. Be flexible- Remind your child that everyone has a different idea of what fun is, and sometimes in order to make our friends happy we need to take turns doing what our friends want to do. Relationships are a give and take throughout life and the sooner we teach our children how to be flexible, the easier friendships will be for them.

4. Sharing-Is s tough subject matter with kids. Explain to them that if they share their things, people will be more likely to reciprocate. If your child is adamant about not sharing something, tell them that those things should be put away before their friends arrive in order to avoid hurt feelings.

5. Expect friends to make mistakes- No one is perfect and even our best friends make mistakes. The important thing is that we know how to handle the mistakes graciously. A good friend must be willing to apologize for their mistake in a sin-cere manner. Equally as important, a good friend also needs to know how to graciously accept the apology and move on.

6. Compliments go a long way! Nothing makes a person feel more accepted and liked than a sincere compliment. Ask you child if compliments make them feel good and encourage them to pay their friends compliments. We can all use a little ego boost from time to time!

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By Karen Murphy

When I think about the state of Alaska I think about beautiful, untouched landscapes and endless opportunities. So many travelers see this unique state by cruise ship but there are so many ways to take in Alaska’s spirit. Alaska Airlines flies daily from most major cities to Anchorage and many tour companies provide comprehensive tours suited for families. On tour you can experience the true wilderness, Mt. McKinley, Denali National Park, Kenai Peninsula, Orca Whale Watching and get close and cuddly with those amazing sled dogs the Alaskan Huskies. Many summer activities like Lake Kayaking, river rafting or guided hikes are included. Lodging along your tour is usually at the same lodges that the cruise ships use for their excursions and most of your meals are included in the package price. The untamed feel of this wonderful state is just a few hours away by air and it’s the most unforgettable trip you will ever make with your children. See Alaska from air, land and sea with a tour that will sure be an excited and stress free vacation. Summer is the perfect time to visit, call me for more information today to get started on this wonderful adventure. Family Friendly Travel Writer, Karen Murphy, is excited to help plan your next family vacation! Karen can be reached at the Travelstore in Palos Verdes, 310-922-6902.

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own method of constructing programs based on its philosophy. Does it comple-ment your family’s philosophy? Does the camp focus on learning through com-petition, or through cooperative learning? How does the camp handle home-sickness and other adjustment issues?

2. What is the camp director’s background? – ACA recommends directors pos-sess a bachelor’s degree, have completed in-service training within the past three years, and have at least sixteen weeks of camp administrative experience before assuming the responsibilities of director.

3. What training do counselors receive? – At a minimum, camp staff should be trained in safety regulations, emergency procedures and communication, be-havior management techniques, child abuse prevention, appropriate staff and camper behavior, and specific procedures for supervision.

4. How are behavioral and disciplinary problems handled? – This is where the director’s philosophy comes through loud and clear. Do they use positive rein-forcement? What are the rules and consequences?

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MONDAY Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., R.H.E., hosts Babies in the Library, a storytime designed just for 6-23 month olds. No registration necessary. 10:15 & 11am. 310-377-9584, ext. 601. Miraleste Library, 29089 Palos Verdes Drive East, R.P.V., hosts storytime for ages 2-5. Free. 11:30am. 377-9584. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Cam-pesina, PVE., hosts a storytime for ages 2-5 year olds. 10:30am. 310-377-9584, ext. 551.

TUESDAY Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., RHE, hosts storytime Ages 2-5. No registration necessary. 10:15 & 11am. 377-9584, ext. 601. Kids Music N Motion hosts classes for various age levels at 4 South Bay locations. Call for the details. 373-0280.

WEDNESDAY Miraleste Library, 29089 Palos Verdes Drive East, R.P.V., hosts storytime for ages 2-5. Free. 11:30am 377-9584. Lomita Library, 24200 Narbonne Ave., Lomita, hosts preschool storytime at 10am. 539-4515. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., RHE, hosts storytime for ages 205. 10:15 & 11am. 377-9584, ext. 601.

THURSDAY Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Rd., RHE, hosts storytime for ages 205. 10:15 & 11am. 377-9584, ext. 601. Redondo Beach Library North branch, 2000 Artesia Blvd., hosts storytime for 1-5 year olds. 1pm. 318-0675

Redondo Beach Main Library, 303 NO. Pa-cific Coast Hwy., hosts Pajama story time. All ages. 6:45pm. 318-0675

FRIDAY Little Fawn, a parent participating nature program for children ages 2-5, takes place every Friday at Deane Dana Friendship Park, 1805 W. 9th St., San Pedro. 10-12noon. $5. (310) 519-6115. Kid Concepts, 22844 Hawthorne Blvd., Tor-rance, presents a special program every Fri-day night. 6pm. Free with paid admission to the center. 465-0075. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, PVE., hosts Babies in the Library, a storytime designed just for 6-23 month olds. No regis-tration necessary. 10:30am. 310-377-9584, ext. 551.

SATURDAY Barnes & Noble, 1800 W. Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach, hosts Children’s Storytime. 11am. 310-725-7025. Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Tor-rance, hosts habitat restoration every Sat. 9am-12noon. 782-3989.

SUNDAY Roundhouse Aquarium at the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier offers storytime every Sunday at 11:30am. 379-8117. Southern California Live Steamers offers free train rides the first Sunday of every month from 11am—3pm at the East end of Wilson Park in Torrance.

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TUESDAY, MAY 1

South Bay Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne Blvd.,

Redondo Beach, hosts Kids Club in the Kids

Club Food Court Stage, Level 3. 6:30pm.

310-371-7546.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 2

Providence Little Company of Mary hosts

CPR for family and friends. 6-9pm. Register

at www.providenceclasses.org or call (800)

618-6659.

THURSDAY, MAY 3

Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Tor-

rance, hosts a tyke hike. 10-11am. $5 dona-

tion. 310-782-3989.

FRIDAY, MAY 4


rance, hosts Friday fun (all Fridays in Janu-

ary)! Learn about nature through crafts, sto-

ries and hands-on fun! 10-12noon. $5 dona-

tion. (310) 782-3989.

SUNDAY, MAY 6

The Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation

presents Bubblemania at the James Arm-

strong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive.

2pm & 6pm. (310) 781-7171.

TUESDAY, MAY 8

MOMS Club of Hermosa Beach hosts a

meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

For information, email [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, MAY 9

MOMS Club of San Pedro meets the sec-

ond Wednesday of every month at Peck Park

Recreational Center, meeting room ABC,

San Pedro. 10:30am. Call Marcia at 310-

514-9825or saN-

[email protected].

THURSDAY, MAY 10


a Supersitter Class for kids ages 12-14. This

2 session class is $30. To register, go to

www.providenceclasses.org or call (800)

618-6659.

FRIDAY, MAY 11

La Leche League of Redondo Beach hosts

a breastfeeding support group the 2nd Friday

of every month at Beach Cities Health Dis-

trict. 10am. [email protected]

South Bay Conservatory presents Anything

Goes in the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330

Civic Center Dr, Torrance. $18. (310) 781-

7171.

SATURDAY, MAY 12


CPR/Heartsaver. 9am-3pm. Register at


618-6659.

SUNDAY, MAY 13


rance, hosts 2nd Sunday Science 2-4pm. $5

per person. (310) 782-3989.

Free Violin Group Classes every Sunday

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TUESDAY, MAY 15

The South Bay evening group of LaLeche

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 16

Mom’s Club of Palos Verdes in a non-

profit support group for moms. They meet

the 3rd Wednesday of every month at Mt.

Olive Lutheran Church in Rolling Hills Es-

tates. For more information, visit

www.pvmomsclub.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 19

Club Yoga Kids presents a Teacher Train-

ing class from 8:30am-5pm. For more infor-

mation, visit www.clubkidsyoga.com or

(310) 377-6530.

SATURDAY, MAY 26

Madrona Marsh, 3201 Plaza Del Amo,

Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free.

310-782-3989

SUNDAY, MAY 27


Torrance, hosts a nature walk 10am. Free.

310-782-3989

WEDNESDAY, MAY 30

South Bay Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne

Blvd., Redondo Beach, hosts Kids Club.

10:30am Food Court. (310) 371-7546

TUESDAY, JUNE 5


Blvd., Redondo Beach, hosts Kids Club in

the Kids Club Food Court Stage, Level 3.

6:30pm. 310-371-7546.

THURSDAY, JUNE 7


Torrance, hosts a tyke hike. 10am. $5

donation. 782-3989.

Manhattan Village, 3200 N. Sepulveda

Blvd, Manhattan Beach, hosts a special kids

event with Wonder Tree. 11am. Get the de-

tails at www.shopmanhattanvillage.com

FRIDAY, JUNE 8


a breastfeeding support group the 2nd Friday

of every month at Beach Cities Health Dis-

trict. 10am. [email protected]

SATURDAY, JUNE 9


CPR for family and friends. 9am-12pm. Reg-

ister at www.providenceclasses.org or call

(800) 618-6659.

TUESDAY, JUNE 12

MOMS Club of Hermosa Beach hosts a

meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

For information, email [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13

MOMS Club of San Pedro meets the sec-

ond Wednesday of every month at Peck

Park Recreational Center, meeting room

ABC, San Pedro. 10:30am. Call Marcia at

310-514-9825or saN-

[email protected].

THURSDAY, JUNE 14


a Supersitter Class for kids ages 12-14. This

2 session class is $30. To register, go to


618-6659.

FRIDAY, JUNE 15

PSPA presents "British Invasion" at 2:30pm

and 7:30pm. Enjoy a fun presentation full of

surprises. Tickets $18, Norris Box Office 310

544-0403 or www.norriscenter.com.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 16

PSPA presents "British Invasion" at 2:30pm

and 7:30pm both days. Enjoy a fun presen-

tation full of surprises. Tickets $18, Norris

Box Office 310 544-0403 or

www.norriscenter.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 19


a breastfeeding support group the 3rd Tues-

day of every month at Beach Cities Health

District. 7pm. (424) 634-2660.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20

Mom’s Club of Palos Verdes in a non-profit

support group for moms. They meet the 3rd

Wednesday of every month at St. Luke’s

Church in Rolling Hills Estates at 10am. For

more information, email Susan at

[email protected].

TUESDAY, APRIL 24


CPR for family and friends. 9am-12pm. Reg-

ister at www.providenceclasses.org or call

(800) 618-6659.

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THE FAMILYTHE FAMILYTHE FAMILYTHE FAMILY TravelTravelTravelTravel Travel Store, Karen Murphy (310) 922-6902

24 Malaga Cove Plaza, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274

Vacation planning expertise for families including Club

Med, family villages, cruises, Hawaii, Alaska, Europe,

Mexico, Caribbean and Disney World. Email:

[email protected].

FAMILY�RESOURCE�

DIRECTORY�

Founder/President/Publisher

Cathy Alessandra [email protected]

P.O. Box 3893

Palos Verdes, CA 90274

Phone & Fax: (888) 544-1042

Publisher/Editor: Cathy Alessandra

[email protected], ext 701

Sales: Cindy Donnelly

[email protected], ext 702

Website Design:

Jennifer Bourn, BournCreative.com

Photographer:

Cynthia Olkie,

Fleur De LIs Photography

www.fleurphoto.com


To place a listing or advertise-

ment, call our office at (310)

544-1042 or email the listing to:

[email protected].

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Edition is June 10, 2012.

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