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Some of these may be full - please check with the particular program you are interested in! The date that follows the title of each program is the date it appeared in the newsletter. (updated through the 6/11/04 newsletter)
Poetry Workshop for Teenage Girls (5/28/04) ------------------------------------------- A friend of mine is running a great workshop this summer: ''Sisters of Song'' A poetry workshop for teenage girls (open to girls between ages 13 - 19) Monday - Friday, August 9 - 13 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Instructor Yosefa Raz at the Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center Fee: $50 (scholarships available) To register call 848-0237 X112 or email info@brjcc.org ''Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to express your poetic voice in a supportive, creative and fun atmosphere with girls from all different backgrounds. Poetry workshop includes visiting authors, field trips, writing exercises and a community wide poetry reading on August 15. '' Liz Haven Learning Center Events (5/21/04) ------------------------------------------- Independent & Interdependent Studies A Learning Conversation for Teens & Parents facilitated by Claudia L'Amoreaux June 15, 7 - 9 pm Is your teenager interested in independent studies? In this interactive learning conversation, we'll explore how to create a support structure to help teenagers succeed in becoming highly self-directed, life-long learners. Claudia will share a continuum of options and choices that are working for the teens she mentors. She'll talk about the Independent & Interdependent Studies program starting in the fall at the Haven Learning Center. The I & I program supports teens in independent learning within the context of a meta-learning community focused on the themes of Interdependence, Whole systems thinking & design, Culture, ecology & sustainable community, New sciences (chaos and complexity), Visual communication & media, Performance art, Activism & social change, Social entrepreneurs & the social enterprise business model, Social & environmental justice, Peace & democracy studies, Conflict resolution & dialogue processes, Values & ethics, Philosophy and spirituality, and the Inner Game. $20 for adults. Teenagers Free. By reservation only. Space limited to 8. Call for info: 510.665.9141 http://www.learningconversations.com/haven COMIC ART WORKSHOP FOR TEENS with Haven Visual Communication Mentor -- Comic artist John Isaacson John Isaacson will lead workshop attendees through various comic genres including Gag jokes, Sunday strips, and graphic novels. The workshop will also cover character creation, story writing, making thumbnail sketches, composition, perspective, value, page design, pencilling, inking, book making, and distribution. John Isaacson has been teaching cartooning for four years in Oakland, Berkeley, and San Leandro. He has self- published the mini comics Cartoon Animal Channels, Battlebeasts doing Battleraps, Air Guitar, Shapeshiter, Do It Yourself Silkscreening, and he designs and sells t shirts at www.unlay.com We will meet Thursdays 2 - 4 pm, July 1 - July 29th Cost: $150 for 5 sessions Materials: please bring a sketchbook to the first day of class Location: Epic Arts, 1923 Ashby Avenue, Berkeley To register: contact johnisaacson@hotmail.com or call 510.649.1349 Space is limited. Pre-registration suggested. Haven Learning Center, West Berkeley Summer Writing Workshop for teens. (5/4/2004) ------------------------------------------- Classroom Matters is proud to present our intensive summer writing program. Taught by seasoned and certified English teachers, this writing program promises to prepare students ages 12-16 to write better, more cohesive essays in just two short weeks. Please note: Space is limited! The program runs from August 9-19. Classes meet three hours a day, Monday-Thursday from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM at Classroom Matters in Berkeley, CA. Minimum enrollment is eight students, maximum per section is 15 students. Tuition is $450. Space is limited, please call us at 510-540-8646 or email: info AT classroommatters.com. Molly Gales
ART CLASSES FOR YOUTH 11-15 (5/12/2004)
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ANIMATION/CARTOONING
Marc covers cartooning techniques & traditional formats as
well as newer cutting edge 3D CGI. For nearly a decade he
has also taught how to make & edit animated films on the
computer. Filming is an additional method of learning how
to express yourself in a narrative. Marc Bernstein has
taught Cartooning to boys & girls in the Bay Area for 20
years. Class size 8.
WOODARTS
In the wood studio we will be using a variety of hand &
power tools to build wood games, toys, & sculptures.
Students first learn the basics. As their skill level
increases they are encouraged to tackle more complex
projects designed to assure a successful & challenging
experience for their age & experience level. Sheri Tharp
has been teaching woodcarving for 20 years &
woodworking/carving to children for 14 years.
Class size 6.
Mon-Fri 9-noon
6-one-week classes from June 21-July 26 @$160 per week
New Age Academy
2921 Adeline St., Berkeley
510 848-4664
Sherilyn 843-8537
Art Camp for Girls (5/12/2004)
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We still have a few spaces in ''Pleiades' Palette'' Art Camp
for Girls (located in El Cerrito) for the weeks June 21-25,
June 28-July 2, July 5-9, and July 12-16. We present the
work of two women artists each week as the inspiration for
the campers' own creations. The girls experiment with
several different media and techniques. The ages of our
campers are 6 - 14. The cost per week is $320. A small
amount of financial assistance is available. Call or e-mail
if you would like a flyer. Laura (510 526-6580)
laura.r AT sbcglobal.net
Art Yowza = Bold Creative Fun! (5/28/04)
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ART YOWZA, Alameda?s creative summer camp, starts June 21. We have
amazing one week sessions; 9am- 4 pm .Themes include:
TEEN STARRING ME, ages 12-15
----- August 16-August 20
Use your wishes, thoughts and dreams as inspiration! We?ll make
journals and fill them with lists, sketches and photos. We?ll collage a
mirror and mess around with calligraphy pens and paint. We?ll play
with questions about our our favorite things. We?ll stage a photo shoot
and take glam and ridiculous pictures to put in our journals.
+ also STARRING ME, ages 9-11
FANTASTIC FANTASY, ages 9 -12
----- June 21-June 25
----- June 28-July 2
Yowza! At this camp you?ll become a wild inventor. We?ll look at how
things are built in the real world and add fantasy. We?ll design fantasy
vehicles and dream environments with a dash of magic. We?ll play with
optical illusions,illustrate tall tales and make sculptures with a funny
sense of scale.
For more information about ART YOWZA'S Bold Creative Fun: call Rebecca
Stees at (510) 521-2671 or email artyowza AT yahoo.com
rebecca stees artyowza at yahoo.com
Bay Area film summer camp (4/1/04)
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Someone had asked a while back about summer camps in
film/video, and there is a new one for teens taught at the
Bay Area Video Coalition in San Francisco.
It's a day camp, three weeks long. Workshop schedule: July
19th - August 6th, Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 4:00pm
There is more info on the website--www.bavc.org. Or you can
call my sister, Patricia, who runs the program. 415-558-
2180.
Printmaking for 6th - 8th graders (3/24/04)
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Have a fun, creative week doing INTESIVE PRINTMAKING with
local artist,Karen Weil. She will be concentrating on
silk-screening and linoleum cuts.
FOR 6TH -8TH GRADERS (flexible, depending on child)
MAXIMUM: FOUR STUDENTS
WHERE: Artist at Play Studio and Gallery
1649 Hopkins Street, Berkeley, 94709
WHEN: Session I July 5th - 9th,
Hours: 10am-2:00pm, Mon.-Fri.( One spot still
available)
Session II July 12th - 16th,
Hours: 10am - 2:00pm, Mon-Fri. (Two spots still
available)
COST: $215.00 per weekly session
All materials included in cost. Non-toxic material used.
If interested or you would like more information, please
either email at: printmakerweil at comcast.net
or call Artist at Play Studio, 510-528-0494 and leave your
phone number and address on answering machine.
Karen Weil
Summer Ceramics (3/19/04)
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In my Summer Art Camp kids work intensively with clay,
making whimsical sculptures and functional pieces. Now in
its eighth year, this program consists of half-day one week
sessions for kids and teens 6-15 years old. Camp takes
place in my Berkeley ceramics studio located near the Julia
Morgan Theater.
There are six sessions between June 14 -August 20
(different age group for each session). During the week
of June 28-July 2 (for 11-15 year olds) campers make
fountains and other special projects. Call for details and
a brochure at (510) 849-3654.
Dianne Stockler d_stockler at yahoo.com
Teen Modern Dance Class (5/12/04) ------------------------------------------- Modern Dance Summer Intensive for Teens! Performance All levels and styles of dance welcome! July 19, 21, 23 (M, W, F) and July 26, 28, 30 and 31 (M, W, F, Sat) 4 to 6pm Performance of student work Saturday July 31st 7pm Cost: $240 if registered by July 1st 2004, $260 after Workshop held at Berkeley Moving Arts Please send a non-refundable $100 deposit to: Ruth Botchan Teen Summer Workshop Berkeley Moving Arts/Western Sky Studio 2525 8th St. Studio 13A Berkeley, CA 94710 510-848-4878 www.berkeleymovingarts.com Taught by Ellie Leonhardt, MFA. Ellie has been teaching dance for ten years. She is influenced by the Erick Hawkins Dance Technique, Contact Improvisation, Authentic Movement, and Dance/Movement Therapy. She will be starting a new dance program this fall at The Bentley School in Lafayette. andersonhuxley AT comcast.net
Summer Musical Theater Workshops (6/11/2004) ------------------------------------------- A few openings still available: YMTC Summer Musical Theater Workshops Youth Musical Theater Company, which recently produced ''WEST SIDE STORY'', is holding musical theater workshops this summer for students entering grades 7-12. During these one-week intensives, WSS director, JENNIFER BOESING, will help students develop their skills as singer/actors through improvisation, exercises, theater games, and scenes from a variety of musicals. From vocal technique and movement for actors, to character development and relationship-building onstage, the very particular challenges that face a performer when acting through the medium of song will be addressed. There will be an informal performance for family and friends on the last day of each workshop (Saturday). Accompaniment will be provided by pianist, Skye Atman. Workshops will be held at a private home in north Berkeley; sessions are limited to 15 students. Session I: June 14 \226 June 19 Session II: July 12 \226 July 17 Session III: July 26 \226 July 31 Tuition: $300, limited scholarships available, inquire with registration. For more information, call Pam Crane at 525- 3012. Pam Crane psodetani AT hotmail.com Young Actor's Overnight Summer Camp (6/11/2004) ------------------------------------------- The Young Actors Summer Theatre Congress June 26 - June 30, 2004 This 5 day, 4 night intensive summer training congress is specially designed for young actors between the ages of 10- 17 who are interested in the performing arts. An accomplished group of staff, remarkable guest teachers, and some of the brightest Bay Area students all come together for an unforgettable theatre experience. On the evening of Saturday, June 26th we will commence at the beautiful Camp Arroyo in Livermore, California where for the next few days students will be take part in intensive workshops with some of the Industrys top talent! Classes to include: -Cold Reading Technique - Actors Scene Study -Dance (Hip Hop, Jazz, and Theatre) - Singing for the Actor -Musical Theatre Auditioning - Monologue Workshops -Headshots, Resumes, and all That Jazz! - Master Classes (TBA) -Nightly Talent Showcases for Fellow Students (Indoor and Outdoor Stages) In addition to Daily Classes students will also have the opportunity to participate in Outdoor Camp Activities such as: -Swimming in the 7500 sq.ft. Pool with large wading areas. -Nature Hikes/ Walks -Arts and Crafts Center -Basketball, Volleyball, baseball, and touch football. -Relaxation, Meditation, and morning Yoga/ Stretching classes. 2004 Camp Staff Shawn Ryan, Program Director will lead an All Star Staff of 10 Teachers, 12 Counselors, and The Camp Arroyo Staff to create an amazing learning experience in the performing arts for each and every student. Along with the Bay Areas leading theatre professionals, we will also be including our Master Class Series this year (Speakers TBA) For additional information please call YATC (925) 858-3548 Shawn Ryan mail AT shawn-ryan.com June Storytelling Workshop (6/4/2004) ------------------------------------------- Looking for a fun, creative way for you and/or your teen to kick off summer? On June 18-20, Eth-Noh-Tec, a dynamic storytelling duo that performs internationally is hosting their annual 3-day Summer Storytelling Institute in SF at their home studio (located a few blocks from BART). Eth-Noh-Tec is known for its exquisite blend of music, movement and humor to tell stories that touch the human heart. From ancient folktales and myths to contemporary stories, they perform Asian and Asian American tales that delight audiences, tear down cultural barriers and celebrate our common humanity. At the workshop: Day 1: let the creative juices flow using song, movement, theatre games, painting and collage to find the intuitive storyteller that dwells within; Day 2 visualization, movement vocabulary, character development and shared coaching; Day 3rehearsing, coaching, supportive feedback and final performance. Bring your own story to work on. Tuition includes 3 days of instruction, breakfast, lunch and all art supplies. For more information, call 415-282-8705 and www.ethnohtec.org. Summer Young Actors Workshop (YAW) (4/23/2004) ------------------------------------------- In this exciting production program, we offer junior high (entering 7th grade) and high school students the opportunity to train, rehearse, and perform with a company of actors committeed to achieving excellence and building a strong, supportive artistic community. This summer intensive will culminate in a production of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet with two weekends of public performances. The program will include swordfight training for all participants. Audition is required (April 24, 10:00 to 2:00, bring a lunch and be prepared to stay the entire time). Program Dates: June 14 - Aug. 8, Mon.-Fri. 10:00 - 2:30 Performances: July 29 (preview), July 30 - Aug. 1; Aug. 6- 8 (Fri & Sat. at 8pm, Sun. at 2pm). Tuition: $705. Financial assistance, parent work- exchange, and installment plans available. Location: Community Theater at Community School of the East Bay, 215 Ridgeway Ave., Oakland, CA 94611 For more information, contact YAW at (510)923-0505, ext. 102, or YAWofEB at yahoo.com. Susan Worthing, Program Director SUMMER DRAMA CAMP (3/30/04) ------------------------------------------- Presented by the Narnia Playhouse at Redwood Day School in Oakland - for students entering grades 3 through 6 Two 2 week sessions - Session 1 June 21st - July 2nd Session 2 July 5th - 16th from 9am - 3pm (before/after care available at an additional fee) The focus of the camp will be the production of a full length play to be presented at the end of the session. We have staged many wonderful productions including, ?The Emperor?s Nightingale?, Stinky Lake?, a madcap comedy; ?Damon and Pythis? based on an exciting hero tale from Greek legend, etc. All of the plays have been written by Doug Cole who has been directing the Summer Drama Camp for 15 years. Fee - $375 For more information call 510-531-5546 or e-mail douglasrcole at sbcglobal.net
Summer Spanish classes for Teens ------------------------------------------- Mariposa Academy offers a summer Spanish program for teens in the Berkeley / Oakland / Piedmont / Montclair area. Our goal is not for students to\223take Spanish classes'', but to become bilingual! Have fun this Summer and also get ahead for the Fall! Our website has more information, such as schedule, updated class availability, directions and our email address: http://www.mariposaacademy.com. Check it out! Saludos! Yanett Kenney, Director, Mariposa Academy
Social Justice Camp for Youth (6/11/2004) ------------------------------------------- Oakland Feather River Camp announces Camp Amandla! Social Justice Camp for youth. Develop leadship skilss, express yourself and learn from other young people and Bay Area activists engaged in making the world a better place. Check out our website at FeatherRiverCamp.com Terry Cullinane Paid leadership training program (3/19/04) ------------------------------------------- Exploring Leadership offers great experience for both students who are already in leadership positions and those who have that "spark" of leadership potential/interest. No minimum GPA required just the ability to work well in a group and independently and to learn in new and different ways. Applications are due April 2nd! For more information, please see the email flyer below, visit our web site at http://www.coro.org/coro_centers/sf/sf.html, or drop me a line. Thanks! Elly Elly Matsumura Youth Programs Manager Coro Northern California 601 Montgomery Street, Suite 800 San Francisco, CA 94111 Ph. 415-986-0521 ext. 105 Fax 415-986-5522 http://www.coro.org --- Hey, YOUTH! --- Ever thought you could * Earn $1000 bucks * Do an internship * Get hands-on leadership training * Meet diverse youth from the Bay Area * Get the skills and experience you need to make a difference in your life and community ALL IN FIVE MONTHS?!? Coro's EXPLORING LEADERSHIP 2004 *** Full-Time in Summer (June 21-August 13) and After School in Fall *** For current 10th & 11th graders in Oakland, Berkeley, Piedmont, Emeryville, Alameda and San Francisco Exploring Leadership is a program of Coro Northern California, a 62 year-old, non-partisan nonprofit that offers leadership training in public affairs for youth and adults. Visit the Coro web site at www.coro.org. Be a part of the leadership journey. APPLICATIONS ARE DUE APRIL 2ND, 2004. For more information, see http://www.coro.org
Klezmer and Yiddish culture week (4/1/04) ------------------------------------------- KLEZCALIFORNIA 2004: Teens and their families are invited to KlezCalifornia 2004, a 5-day celebration of klezmer music, Yiddish language, literature, dance, theatre, and folk arts. Special programs for teens include electric guitar klezmer band, youth orchestra, Yiddish dance, papercutting. Jewish Theatre lab with Traveling Jewish Theatre's Corey Fisher. Evenng programs (included with full registration or $5-$20 tickets/evening) include a song-and-dance night, faculty concert with world-renowned musicians, and student performances. Scholarships available for teens and for Jewish educators. When: June 20 - 25 (Sunday - Friday) Location: Jewish Community High School of the Bay, 1835 Ellis Street, San Francisco Course offerings, teachers, fees, registration info., and sensational video from KlezCalifornia 2003 available at www.klezcalifornia.org, or call 415/789-7679, or email info at klezcalifornia.org. P.S. I'm one of the cofounders of KlezCalifornia and on its Board of Directors. Our son (then 13) came with us last year and had a great time, as did the other teens there. Judy Kunofsky Music Camp for Teen& Adult Musicians (3/5/04) ------------------------------------------- For all those (both teens & parents alike)who always wanted to perform in a band, here's an exciting suggestion for this summer. Eve Decker and Lisa Zeiler (teachers extraordinaire & members of the band Rebecca Riots)are offering their 9th annual summer musical workshops for musicians who play guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, or sing. Dates: June 14 or June 21 for kids 9-18(beginning through advanced) **NEW THIS YEAR will be an added third week June 28 for OLDER TEENAGERS AND ADULTS (intermediate & above)**. Schedule: 10-2:30 Mon-Weds; 10-4 Thurs, 10-6 on Friday. In this workshop, you'll work in a performance space (Ashkenaz) and a recording studio (Dance Home Sound) in Emeryville. You'll work on cover tunes (music written by others) song writing, arranging, and performing/recording techniques. The week culminates with a performance at Ashkenaz and a CD of the pieces recorded in the studio. Musicians work in groups of 2-7 and are placed with musicians of similar ability and musical taste. Cost $300/one week session. For information about registration: contact Eve Decker (510) 655-9338 or Lisa Zeiler (510)845- 5432. Last year my daughter had a great time. I wouldn't mind seeing some parents in the third week. Jeanne
Deer Hill Ranch summer camps (6/4/04) ------------------------------------------- Deer Hill Ranch summer camps for older kids Our one week afternoon Outdoor Adventure Camp for ages 10- 12 and our-two day Teen Challenge programs for ages 13-15 still have a few spots left! These camps provide a wonderful way for teens to grow and learn more about themselves and improve their interpersonal skills and self- confidence. Challenging, fun activities include our low and high ropes course. www.deerhillranch.org or 925.283.1197. Anne Holding office AT deerhillranch.org soccer camps for teens (3/24/04) ------------------------------------------- Build your skills and your confidence for high school soccer. Taught by Teale Matteson, St. Mary's High School head soccer coach and ACC Mavericks evaluator, Pacific Soccer Training Camp is fun and challenging. Grouped according to ability and age, this co-ed camp is open to beginners as well as advanced players. Monday June 28 through Friday, July 2. From 9 am to 12 noon at Fielding Field, 5th and Harrison Streets in Berkeley. $175 To enroll, go to http://villagerecreation.housing.berkeley.edu/Form%20Summer% 2004%20Registration.pdf or call (510) 524-4926 For more information, call Pacific Soccer Training (510) 524-2800. Teale Matteson tealesoccer at sbcglobal.net
Culture Immersion Summer Camp in China (4/15/04) ------------------------------------------- submitted by: Xinmei Cai (xinmei.cai at rice.ws) Dear parents, I am writing to introduce you to the Roots in China Exchange (RICE) International organization and the cultural enrichment and immersion programs we offer in Shanghai, China. This year, we continue to offer the 2004 ''Oriental Pearl'' Cultural Immersion Summer Program. This 2-week program provides the participants (pre-teen, teen and adult age groups) the opportunity to learn Chinese culture, practice Chinese, and enjoy the sights and sounds of today's China, at a cost of $899. This is the 3rd year we are offering this tremendously valuable program to those who are interested in the Chinese culture and language. The detail can be found on our website at http://riceint.org. Please do not hesitate to email (info at rice.ws) or call (650-366-1085) for further information. Thank you. Xinmei Cai Director, Culture Exchange Programs Roots in China Education International http://www.riceint.org Tel: 650-366-1085 Fax: 650-366-1755 GESTALT IN IRLAND-- July 25-30, 20 (4/8/04) ------------------------------------------- Sierra Institute for Contemporary Gestalt Therapy's annual summer retreat is an adventure in creativity,authenticity, community and self-discovery. Join us this year on Ireland's enchanted West Coast. How do I connect with others? How attuned am I to my own needs and feelings? How do I live in the world in a way that expresses most fully who I am? These are among the questions we will live into during our time together. Morning yoga, music and dance, artistic expression all will complement our traditional process time. For information please call: (916) 498-0308 or (800) 426-1399 or visit our website at www.gestalt.to Teens Hike Across Spain this Summer! (4/15/04) ------------------------------------------- To any parent who has had trouble contacting us, I apologize for any confusion you may have had. In all of Go Trek's postings I included my email and telephone number so that parents could contact me directly, which I will list again at the end of this posting. Our trip this summer will be from June 19 - July 31. The total cost for 6 weeks is $2500 (excluding air fare). As a non-profit, we do offer scholarships based on family need. Our application deadline is 15 April. If you would like any more information, please contact me directly (chris at GoTrek.Org, 510.251.2515). This summer, Go Trek Learning-based Adventures is taking a group of students (15-19 yrs.) on a 500-mile hike across northern Spain. The trip is six weeks: we hike for four weeks, and explore towns/villages for two weeks. During the 31 days of hiking, we average about 15 miles each day. We study/practice the language, maintain daily journals, and hike through gorgeous country-side, beautiful Spanish cities, and fascinating medieval villages. If this sounds like something your teen would enjoy, please feel free to contact us. There are still a few spots open. Application Deadline: 15 April Information: www.GoTrek.org Pictures from our photolog: www.GoTrek.net Sincerely, Chris Randle 510.251.2515 chris at GoTrek.Org
Cafe Eclectica Summer Courses (5/21/04) ------------------------------------------- Cafe Eclectica is offering a variety of 1-week summer courses for teens...everything from DJ lessons, to cooking, to improv. and more. All classes will be held at Cafe Eclectica in Albany, which is easily accessible by public transportation. Call(524-0245) or email for a schedule and complete list of courses, or visit our website at www.communitylearningservices.org. DEADLINE FOR ENROLLMENT IS JUNE 1ST. Carolie Sly csly AT sbcglobal.net Summer Camp for Girls (4/8/04) ------------------------------------------- A summer camp for girls entering sixth through eighth grade will provide enjoyable experiences in classes focusing on the arts, science, fitness, and technology. Applications are being accepted for girls to attend a two week camp from June 21 - July 2, 2004 from 8:30am to 3:30pm daily at Holy Names Summer Camp located in the Oakland hills at Holy Names High School. Camp activities include: singing and acting in a musical theatre workshop, creating a digital movie, working out to the latest hit music and participating in teams sports, learning the science of what makes things work, and developing artistic drawing talents. The two week camp costs $500. Applications from Nancy Barrett (510) 540-1110 ext 117 or 0by email nbarrett at csdo.org. D. Richerson, parent Summer Program Now Enrolling! (3/24/04) ------------------------------------------- The Roleplay Workshop summer program enrollment is now open, for ages 10-18. We have weekly day camps beginning 6/21, 9am - 5pm. Extended care is available from 8 am to 6 pm. The cost is $225 per week, including a $25 non-refundable deposit. For further information visit: http://www.roleplay-workshop.com/ The Roleplay Workshop began as a summer program in 1989. The workshop has grown to become a year round program with after school, holiday and summer programs, special events and tutoring We are dedicated to providing the best educational enrichment possible. We provide a fun, safe place to help motivate and enrich the minds of youth. We use an interactive storytelling game, called Abantey, to teach students math, science and problem solving skills. Players work their way through complicated mysteries and dilemmas to create their own stories, becoming heroes, and perhaps the stuff of legend, along the way. The program is ultimately about teaching young adults personal responsibility. Playing Abantey allows them to experiment, to succeed, to fail, and to learn, without suffering real life consequences. Rebecca Thomas becky at roleplay-workshop.com Community Learning Services (4/15/04) ------------------------------------------- Community Learning Services is once again offering an array of week-long classes for teens. Classes include: Improv. Theater Cooking Journaling DJ Lessons Recycled Art Study Skills AND MORE!! To receive a schedule of classes, call 524-0245 or email csly at sbcglobal.net
Student Camp and Trip Advisors (4/15/04) ------------------------------------------- If you haven?t pinned down what your teen is doing this summer, you might want to call Judy Wiesen at Student Camp and Trip Advisors. We used Judy to place our son at a wonderful camp a couple of years ago, and her service was a godsend. Judy offers a free referral service for summer programs (yes, that?s amazing but true) in California the US, and around the world. There are community service trips both in the US and in Spanish speaking countries in South and Central America, language study trips to Europe, wilderness trips in the West and in Europe and Asia. She also has information re: college campus programs in California, the East, the Midwest, and Europe as well as access to fine arts camps, drama and music programs, and general and sports camps all over the country. I think Judy is a real find. You can reach Judy at judywiesen AT aol.com or at (415) 454-5441. Lynn Broadwell
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