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February {2015} editor’s letter
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ebruary is full of celebrations! The month as a whole is Black History Month, a great opportunity to teach your kids about the tremendous achievements made in history by our African American leaders and discuss current events related to the civil rights movement. On February 1st the chips and salsa come out and we all gather around the TV for one of the most popular sporting events to happen all year long, the Super Bowl! Whether you chose to socialize and enjoy the tasty snacks like me, or are there to root on your team like the die-hard fan that you are, I hope you enjoy this day with family and friends (and extra Queso dip). Within the month, we have several other mini-celebrations such as Groundhog Day, February 2, where we eagerly find out if spring will come early (that little guy better not see his shadow if you ask me)! And of course, come February 14, we celebrate our sweethearts with chocolates, date nights, roses, and mushy Hallmark cards. To celebrate this loving time of year, this issue is full of loveinspired articles such as Celeb Parent Tracker: Date Night Edition and the Valentine’s Day Mad Lib, fun for the whole family! We also included fun Valentine’s Day Apps on A is for App as well as some adorable Pinterest ideas you’re sure to fall in love with! Oh, and be sure to read through our hilarious Down to Earth Dad: The Misadventures of Spiderman if all of the mushy content is just too much for you! As always, our featured North County kids this month are absolutely awesome! Our Skater of the Month, Surfer of the Month, and North County Kid of the Month are very talented youngsters that we are very excited and lucky to spotlight!
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8 Celeb Tracker: Dating Advice 9 North County Local Events Calendar 15 Super Bowl Recipes: “Nutz For
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Noah Williams Hometown: Solana Beach Age: 14 Grade: 9 School: San Dieguito Academy Hobbies: Photography, Surfing, Running, Music, Making Things, Shaping Watercraft Favorite Food: Asian Pear Favorite thing about living in North County: The Beach
Q&A
We hear that you have several passions including photography, surfing, playing guitar, singing and writing your own music! Let’s start with photography, how did you get interested in taking pictures? We took a trip to Honolulu in Hawaii when I was 4 and my parents got me a single use waterproof film camera. When I looked at the pictures my finger was in all of them, and I wanted to take better ones. The idea to always take better pictures has driven my photography to today. What are your favorite subjects to shoot? Why? My favorite subjects are people because we are very unpredictable, and our bodies always tell a story. However, it’s always fun to take macro, or close up pictures, of plants or bugs as they are smaller parts of the world that most people don’t look at or pay attention to.
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What camera do you use? Why do you like this kind the most? I get asked this a lot and I use the Nikon D610, which is a very well rounded camera. I use Nikon because I think it offers great low light capabilities, unbeatable color depth and dynamic range. Also, I know it’s weird but I love where the on/off switch is compared to Canon. Who is your favorite photographer or what style is your favorite and why? My favorite photographer is Jake Hesseltine from Photocreatures. He gave me my first internship and introduced me to a lot of amazing photographers who taught the classes. All the people there were super welcoming, taught me the tricks of the trade, and helped me get to where I am today.
Now onto guitar… when did you start playing guitar? I started playing guitar at the age of three, although I’m not sure I would call it playing. I would pick up a guitar, strum with random finger placements, and spontaneously come up with lyrics. What are your songs typically about? How do you come up with them? My songs are typically about dealing with things common to a lot of people like bullying, friendship, self-conflictions, and the times that make you realize why we are who we are. Have you performed your songs before? If so, when and where? Anything coming up? I have performed once for 8th grade graduation in front of the entire school (scary). I am currently looking into playing at the Fiesta Del Sol in Solana Beach, and any opportunities that come up at school. Who is your favorite guitarist? My favorite musician is my dad. He has listened to every song I have ever played and I always look up to him for advice on singing.
board. I really got the bug at age 9 and I started surfing every day. Since then, I have shaped multiple surfcraft (Boards, Hand-planes, Paipos). The thing I love most about surfing is it’s one of the few activities that really shows your soul. Where is your favorite surf spot? Pillbox (Fletcher Cove). My dad is a lifeguard there, the waves there are fun, and it’s less than a block from our house. How do you find time for all of your talents? I really have to use my time wisely and not waste any of it. What do you want other kids to know about your passions? Any advice for someone reading this that might want to start taking pictures, playing guitar, or surfing? Be original, and develop your own style. It’s fine when you’re starting to mimic someone else’s work, but creating your own unique style really shows what you can do, and distinguishes you. Lastly, is there anything else you would like our readers to know? You can follow me on Instagram @nmwfoto for pictures, music, and contact. nck
Lastly, tell us when you started surfing and what you love most about it. I started surfing at age 6, which the first time I stood up on a February 2015 | North County Kids
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Celeb Tracker
Dating Advice
“I used to be a real prince charming if I went on a date with a girl. But then I’d get to where I was likely to have a stroke from the stress of keeping up my act. I’ve since learned the key to a good date is to pay attention to her.” Matthew Perry
“If you don’t have a valentine, hang out with your girlfriends, don’t go looking for someone. When it’s right, they’ll come to you.” Carmen Electra
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“I’m old-fashioned. He’s got to call. He’s gotta open the door and pull your chair out.” Kelly Rowland
“Dating has taught me what I want and don’t want, who I am, and who I want to be.” Jennifer Love Hewitt
“I’ve never been Romeo who meets a girl and falls for her immediately. It’s been a much slower process for me each time I’ve gone into a relationship.” Leonardo DiCaprio
“I was dating this guy and we would spend all day text messaging each other. He thought he could tell that he liked me more because he actually spelled the word ‘you’ and I just put the letter ‘u’.” Kelly Osbourne
“When I met Danielle, I was the one that was pursuing her most of the time and I didn’t want her out of my sight. She actually ran away twice. I had to get her number through the sister, can you believe that?” Kevin Jonas
What’s Happening in North County February 1
February 2: Happy Groundhog Day!
February 3
Wacky Science Sunday Join Ms. Frizzle and The Magic School Bus Wahoo! for Wacky Science Sunday at the Natural History Museum. Get ready to explore the wild and wacky worlds of mysterious creatures, fascinating habitats, and phenomenal hands-on science! San Diego Natural History Museum 1788 El Prado Balboa Park Free with admission Every Sunday at 12:15pm and 2:15pm (619) 232-3821
Steps to Understanding Your Child’s Behavior Parents only: Age appropriate consequences, helping your child best communicate his or her emotions & build positive relationships with peers, how temperament affects behavior and more. Mondays for 5 weeks from 12:30-2pm Sessions began January 26 and end March 2nd No registration required Vista Library 700 Eucalyptus Avenue Vista, CA (760) 643-5100
Center Stage: Araceli Carrera’s Impulse Dance Youth Company A spectacular array of colorful dance and storytelling is utilized to highlight the diversity that exists within each individual’s identity, culture and community. Recommended for grades 4-8 9:30am & 11am shows California Center for the Arts, Escondido 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Escondido, 92025 (800) 988-4253
February 1- 2
Teen Lego Club
Circus Vargas Circus Vargas is America’s favorite traveling Big Top circus Circus Vargas presents an array of unparalleled artists and performers dedicated to captivate and astound you! Aerialists, acrobats, clowns and the ballyhoo of nostalgic Americana engulf you from the magical moment you enter The Big Top! Free interactive pre-show 45 minutes before the show time. Sunday 4pm; Monday 7pm Pricing ranges from $15-$70 Kids under 2 are free • (877) 468-3861
Teens come by after school and make Lego creations! Solana Beach Library 157 Stevens Avenue Solana Beach, CA 92075 2:20pm (858) 755-1404
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What’s Happening in North County
Tuesday Night Movie A combination of movies ranging from big, new releases to old school classics Something for everyone! Contact library for titles. Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Encinitas, 92024 4pm Every Tuesday night (760) 753-7376 February 4 WOW First Wednesdays: The Uptown Rhythm Makers Presented by the California Center for the Arts, Escondido Sponsored by Lois Brossart Free general admission- first-come, first-seated basis Reserved seats are $12 ($10 for Center Members) California Center for the Arts, Escondido 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Escondido, 92025 4pm and 7pm Tickets: (800) 988-4253 February 4- March 18 Awesome Art! Classes Presented by the Carlsbad Educational Foundation Kids in grades K to 5 join us for Awesome Art! Classes every Wednesday beginning Feb. 4th. Enjoy drawing, painting, sculpting and more. Kids from all schools and district are welcome. Pacific Rim Elementary School 1100 Camino De Las Ondas
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Carlsbad, 92009 2:45pm-3:45 pm weekly Enroll at CEFAcademy.org (760) 929-1555 February 6-8 Torrey Pines Golf Course The Farmers Insurance Open is the PGA tour’s stop in San Diego, California. The Open has been played in beautiful San Diego since 1952 and for twenty years, from 1989 through 2009, was known as the Buick Invitational. Torrey Pines Golf Course Adult Daily: $40 Adult Weekly: $150 Youth (13-17) Any Day: $10 Kids (12 and under): Free Military any day: Free (858) 558-1500 www.farmersinsuranceopen.com February 6 Teen Toons in the Afternoon Teens come every Friday after school and enjoy classic Looney Tunes. Solana Beach Library 157 Stevens Avenue Solana Beach, CA 92075 2:15pm (858) 755-1404 February 7 Free Crafts for Kids Lakeshore Learning hosts a free craft activity each Saturday, where your kids can get creative.
Every week features a new craft. Lakeshore Learning 7510 Hazard Center Drive San Diego, 92108 Every Saturday at 11am and 3pm (619) 297-8494 Martin Luther King Jr. Community Choir of San Diego The Choir Ensemble performs gospel and spirituals for African-American History Month. San Marcos Library 2 Civic Center Drive San Marcos, CA 3pm (760) 891-3000 Operation Arduino Classes Presented by the Carlsbad Educational Foundation Kids in grades 3-12 will learn to add Arduino sensor “shields” to Arduino microcontroller hardware- programming on/off buttons, activating sound and light sensors and connecting LED boards to create LED panels and signs. Kids from all schools and district are welcome. EMCRAFT Systems IoT Lab 5621 Palmer Way, Ste. F. Carlsbad, 92010 1pm - 2:45pm Grades 3-5 3pm - 4:45pm Grades 6-12 Enroll at CEFAcademy.org (760) 929-1555 Mermaid San Diego Run 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon This running and walking event is designed specifically for women who are looking for a supportive exercise experience. Women can
choose between a 5K, 10K, or a Half Marathon. There are scenic views along the shoreline of Mission Bay and Fiesta Island. 7am-12pm 5K: $35 10K: $45 Half Marathon: $55 (408) 314-1718 www.mermaidseries.com
After School Homework Center Come to a reserved section of the library for a quiet place to study with tools you need for your homework. Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library 2081 Newcastle Avenue Cardiff, 92007 3:30pm (760) 753-4027
February 7-8
February 10
Les Miserables Embrace the unforgettable experience of witnessing one of the most celebrated musicals, Les MisĂŠrables. Presented by Theatre Royale Regular admission: $70-$89 (Member discounts available) California Center for the Arts, Escondido 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Escondido, 92025 February 7: 8pm February 8: 2pm More info and tickets: http://artcenter.org/event/ les-miserables/
Girls Who Code Club The Girls Who Code Clubs is for 6th-12th grade girls with an interest in computer science. Encinitas Library 540 Cornish Drive Encinitas, 92024 4:30pm (760) 753-7376
February 9 Monday Fun Day Craft Join Miss Kristi for a fun and simple afterschool craft. Poway Library 13137 County Highway S4 Poway, CA 92064 3:30pm (858) 513-2900
1850 Highway 78 Julian, CA 10am (760) 765-0370 February 12 Winter Sing Students in Prekindergarten - 8th grade put on a singing performance for all to enjoy! The Children’s School- Auditorium 2225 Torrey Pines Lane La Jolla, 92037 9-10am (858) 454-0184
Doggie Storytime: Love on a Leash! Children read to trained therapy dogs and receive prizes! Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library 2081 Newcastle Avenue Cardiff, 92007 3pm (760) 753-4027 February 11 Feeding America Free produce and staple goods. No eligibility requirements. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month (Except holidays) Julian Library
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February 12-April 2
February 13 and 16
Ukulele & More! Classes Presented by the Carlsbad Educational Foundation Kids in grades 2 to 5 join us for Ukulele & More! Classes every Thursday beginning Feb. 12 with Lisa Harper. Learn to play the ukulele using simple chords, sing songs and explore percussion instruments. Kids from all schools and district are welcome. Poinsettia Elementary School 2445 Mica Rd Carlsbad, 92009 1:45pm-2:45 pm weekly Enroll at CEFAcademy.org (760) 929-1555
CEF K-8 Enrichment Camps Presented by the Carlsbad Educational Foundation Join us for half-day camps during school holidays in February. Camps include: Awesome Art, Super Heroes Unmasked, Digital Arts-Website Design, and Woodworking. Kids from all schools and district are welcome. Poinsettia Elementary School 2445 Mica Rd Carlsbad, 92009 9am-12 and 1pm-4pm daily Enroll at CEFAcademy.org (760) 929-1555
February 13
February 14: Happy Valentine’s Day!
Fun Friday Nites! Children will enjoy a night of games, crafts, pizza, and movies with friends. Program is supervised by trained recreation leaders. San Marcos Community Center & San Elijo Recreation Center Ages 4-12 years 6-10pm Pre-registration is required Must register by 7pm the Thursday before (February 12) (760) 744-9000 x3500
Family Arts Activities at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido The second Saturday of every month, the Center’s Education Department offers free arts activities to engage and entertain the whole family. The one- to two-hour classes, held in Studio One and Two Theater, explore various artistic mediums. All materials are provided- attendees just bring their creativity! All ages are welcome. California Center for the Arts, Escondido 340 N. Escondido Blvd. Escondido, 92025 10am-12pm No pre-registration required (760) 839-4176
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AK Martial Arts & Fitness parent Night Out 100% of the proceeds benefit The Classical Academy, Vista Children 5+ will enjoy Glow in the Dark Laser Tag, Wii games, a pizza party, and more! Open to the public AK Martial Arts & Fitness 6120 Innovation Way Carlsbad, 92010 5-9pm (option to stay until 11pm for a movie) $30/first child, $25/each additional sibling Pre-registration required (760) 828-7165 http://akkarate.com/Parent_Night_Out.php Unveiling of the 2015 Arts Alive Banners The 101 Artists’ Colony, Cardiff 101 Main Street and Leucadia 101 Main Street are once again unveiling the Arts Alive Banners to be displayed along the Historic Coast Highway on the lampposts from La Costa Avenue in Leucadia to Cardiff’s Restaurant Row and the Seaside Market Plaza. The 99 original works of art will be on display until late May. Come meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. 1950 N/ Highway 101 (the former Cabo grill Building) Leucadia 12-3pm (760) 436-2320
The Little Fire Engine is a Unique Kids Size Fire Truck Ride. It is only 12ft. long and has 20 ft. of bench seating in the back. It is fire engine red, with polished diamond plate, fire ladder, and oak bench seating. We offer BIrTHDAY PArTIeS, feSTIVALS, fUND rAISerS, fIre PreVeNTIoN eVeNTS, CHrISTMAS CAroLING, AND PArADeS covering all of San Diego County!
www.littlefiretruck.com Call To Book Your Event • (619) 444–4464
SPRING BREAK & SUMMER CAMPS April 6-8 & August 4-8 for grades 3-12
YOUNGAMERICANS.ORG/TURNUPTHEMUSIC For more information contact CEF at: 760-929-1555 or Sandy@CarlsbadEd.org YOUNGAMERICANS.ORG/TURNUPTHEMUSIC REGISTER AT:
5K Run and Walk All proceeds benefit the adoption of two Ukrainian orphans. Walnut Grove Park 1950 Sycamore Drive San Marcos 8am Registration ranges from $25-$40 (individualfamily prices) Sign up: www.tinyurl.com/Vday5k krklimas@gmail.com
Tuesday extravaganzas. Embracing musical traditions and energetic performances, the event is known for its fun, often rowdy, environment. The event includes stilt walkers, fire dancers, show girls, and more! 21+ only street festival 5th Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter 5pm-midnight General Admission: $30-40 VIP tickets: $80-120 sdmardigras.com
This is the only event that is a paid event for the entire year. Raffles, prizes, and hotrods! Grand Avenue, Escondido $20/person $25/person, day of show Download the registration flyer here: http://bit. ly/1x3dh8R 8am-1pm More info: info@cruisingrand.com www.cruisingrand.com
2nd Saturday Art Walk! Escondido’s 2nd Saturday Art Walk showcases downtown galleries and museums, all within a 10-block walking area, featuring art works from both world-renown and emerging artists, along with artists workshops and exhibit openings, live music and refreshments. 5-9pm Downtown Escondido Between Centre City Parkway and Ivy Street Between Woodward Ave. and Third Ave. Escondido (760) 480-4101
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February 28 Free Dental Day at The Super Dentists Free dental care provided for those in need Children up to 12 years old Eastlake office 2226 Otay Lakes Road Chula Vista, 91915 8am-5pm (760) 336-8478
February 16: Happy President’s Day!
Borrego Springs Golf Classic Premier golf tournament held at the Borrego Springs Resort to specifically benefit the youth of Borrego Springs and the Borrego Springs Branch of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego. The tournament also includes a putting contest and on-course games, followed by a dinner program, with a live auction, opportunity drawing Borrego Springs Resort 1112 Tilting T Dr. Borrego Springs, CA (858) 866-0591 x 208 www.sdyouth.org/Borregospringsgolf.aspx
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San Diego Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration The annual Mardi Gras celebration in the Gaslamp Quarter is San Diego’s longest running street festival and one of the most exciting Fat
Cruisin’ Grand, Grand Champion Fundraiser Come out and show off your car and help Cruisin’ Grand kick off the 2015 season. Pre 1974 cars only February 2015 | North County Kids
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Naked Nachos made with The Better Chip.
“Nutz For Nachos!” Delicious nacho recipes that will have the whole family begging for more! Greek Nachos 1. Spread plain tortilla chips or The Better Chips Spinach & Kale on large serving tray. 2. Top individual chips with hummus or tzatziki (we do a little bit of both) 3. Top with chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, black olives and feta cheese 4. Meal tip: Add lamb or grilled chicken for a filling and balanced meal
Naked Nachos Ingredients: • 1 bag Fresh Corn tortilla chips or The Better Chips Corn • 3-4 Farm Fresh Tomatoes - Roasted • Fresh Corn – Roasted (Cut right off the Cob) • Fresh Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, or Basil • Olive Oil
Directions: 1. Roast Tomatoes: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut tomatoes at their waste and remove stem. Cover the bottom of a glass baking dish with olive oil. Set tomatoes sliced side down. Sprinkle with herbs. Cook for 1 hour. Add salt to taste. Slice to serve. 2. Roast Corn: Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place fresh corn on baking sheet (Do not shuck). Roast for 15 minutes turning occasionally. Remove from oven and let cool. Shuck corn and cut from ear. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add corn kernels and sauté until heated through and golden yellow. 3. Line baking sheet with chips. Layer slice of roasted tomato and sprinkle on fresh corn. Garnish with fresh herbs. Broil on high for 2 minutes until edge of chips start to turn light brown. 4. Serve. 5. Pressed for time? - Buy a can of roasted tomatoes and a tub of fresh corn salsa – Almost as good and ready in minutes.
Grandma’s Candy Apple Nachos Ingredients: • 1 bag Fresh Corn tortilla chips or The Better Chips Spinach & Kale • 1 Granny Smith apple, diced • Caramel sauce • Melted Chocolate sauce • Walnuts, chopped • Mini-marshmallows • Walnuts Directions: 1. Dice apple into small pieces. 2. Heat the chocolate & caramel sauces so that they are warm and easy to drizzle over chips. 3. Place chips on plate, spoon diced apples over chips, drizzle chocolate and caramel sauce over chips and apples. Sprinkle walnuts over everything and place a marshmallow or two on top.
Elise Edwards began her career writing, producing and reporting for CNN. She later served as the Supervising Producer of E! Networks, “The Daily 10” and has most recently been freelance writing for websites and magazines as well as publishing her personal parenting blog, LuxeAngelesMom.com. She lives with her husband, two children and Tibetan Terrier in beautiful Santa Monica, CA. Follow her on Twitter @luxeangelesmom February 2015 | North County Kids
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Surfer of the Month
Maya Saulino Grade: 11 School: High Tech High North County Age: 16 Hometown: San Marcos Stance: Goofy Sponsors: Puha Surfboards, GoPole, Hula Hitch, Sticky Bumps Surf Wax
Started Surfing (year): I started surfing in 6th grade (2009) Starting Competing (year): I started competing in SSS in 8th grade (2012) Hobbies: Video editing, swimming
Long board or short board: Short board
Q&A
How has living in North County affected your surfing career? I grew up learning about the ocean as a Del Mar Junior Lifeguard. That program gave me my first exposure to surfing. North County surfers are lucky because our coast offers a wide variety of breaks and we can almost always find a wave. Who are some local pros and companies that have helped you in your achievements? How? Evan Slater taught me about the world of competitive surfing and about the surf industry. He also invited me to join him and his daughter, Peytie, on the surf trip of my life. My shaper is Wally Puha, out of Oceanside. Wally has been shaping for me and teaching me about board design for over five years. His support and mentorship have had a huge influence on my surfing.
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Favorite Surf Spot: Oceanside Pier
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Career Highlights photo by Tom Baird
Currently ranked #1 in Open Women’s and #2 in U18 Girls in the WSA Currently ranked #1 in Division 3 SSS 3rd place in the WSA State Championship 2013 4Del Mar Junior Lifeguard of the Year 2013
Any advice to other surfers out there looking to improve their skills? Spending time with a surf coach and analyzing video of your surfing are two great ways to improve. What do you love the most about surfing? Why? I love the sense of community among surfers. I’m happy when I get a good ride, of course, but I am also super stoked when I see other surfers enjoying great waves. Have you ever had any shark run-ins? Other sea creatures? Luckily no shark run-ins, but plenty of wonderful encounters with dolphins and seals! Where do you see yourself professionally in 5 years? I see myself traveling to the world’s best breaks, surfing for my college team, and working in the surf industry or as a physical therapist.
Who is your favorite pro-surfer? Courtney Conlogue has an insane amount of power. I really admire her. Where is your go-to surf gear shop? Surfride Surf Shop. They have helped support my surf team – San Marcos High School. What’s the biggest wave you’ve ever surfed? 12 ft faces at Steamer Lane. Is there anything else you would like to add? I think it’s important to keep the aloha spirit alive here in North County – give someone a wave, pick up some trash, and always appreciate the beauty of the ocean! NCK
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This picture perfect family had a blast at The New Children’s Museum’s Pajama Jam!
These two third graders from The Children’s School in La Jolla enjoyed their time at the Lodge Museum at Torrey Pines during a class field trip where they learned about the Kumeyaay Indians.
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Performer Nathan Lu got a lift from the Young Americans at their camp finale performance in Carlsbad.
The New Children’s Musem’s Pajama Jam was a hit!
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Day of Play Monday, March 9, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. @ The Children’s School
Children 1- 4 years old and their parents are invited to join us for a morning of fun & learning. Activities include:
Art & Clay Creations Gardening & Science
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Valentine’s Day Mad Lib From:
Your Secret Admirer Dear_________________(your first name), I still remember the first time I _____________(verb past tense) eyes on you. It was during _________________(school subject) class, and you came in to give our teacher a ____________(noun). The very first thing I noticed was your ______________(adjective) face, and your large ______________(color) _________________(facial feature). I even heard _________________ (name of song) playing in the background! Since that day, I admit I have had a _________________ (adjective) _________________(noun) on you! I will reveal my secret identity on _________________ (holiday) at _________________ (number) o’clock sharp. Meet me behind the _________________ (noun). I’ll be wearing a _______________(color) _________________ (noun).
your secret admirer
_________________(plural noun) and kisses,
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Skater of the Month
Ryan Bivens
Career Highlights Finalist at Caramel Valley Am Slam Competing at Clairemont Am Slam Competing at PQ Am Slam
Age: 12
Stance: Goofy
Started Skating at Age: 3
Hometown: San Diego
Sponsors: Not yet!
Started Competing at Age: 10
Q&A
How has living in North County affected your skating career? Living here has affected my skating because there is so much skateboarding culture. (Pro’s, Parks, Other skateboarders.) Who are some local pros and companies that have helped you in your achievements? Some local pros that have helped me in my skating for sure are Willy Santos, Jimmy Carlin, and just all of my friends who I skate with.
a grilled cheese sandwich. I have a really cool machine that makes them. Do you get nervous before every competition? If so, what do you do to relax and calm your nerves? To calm my nerves before a competition I just think to myself, “What’s the worst that could happen?”… Then I go and do my thing!
Where do you see yourself professionally in 5 years? In five years? Wow. I can’t really tell what I’ll be doing in five years, but all I know is that I will keep skating no matter what I do.
What advice do you have for other kids thinking about learning how to skateboard? For you kids that are considering learning how to skateboard, DO IT! It’s the best thing I’ve ever done. There is one thing though, you should make other skating friends, because it’s always more fun to skate with friends.
What’s your favorite after-school snack? My favorite after school snack would probably be
We hear that you have several other talents and hobbies, can you tell our readers about
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Favored Discipline (vert, bowl, street, freestyle etc.): Street
those? Some of my other hobbies and talents are music, I’ve played the piano for 6 years now and I’ve also played the saxophone too. How do you juggle your other interests and skateboarding? There’s one big rule for me, family first. Aside from that, I just prioritize what’s most important. Is there anything else you want to add? Anything you want our readers to know? Skateboarding is supposed to be FUN! If you’re not having fun while you’re doing it, maybe skateboarding isn’t for you. NCK
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Kara, a wonderful staff member at The New Children’s Museum, and her darling daughter had a blast at the museum’s Pajama Jam!
This high schooler put on quite a show at the Scholastic Surf Series Division 1 and 2 competition on December 21.
These Rancho Encinitas Academy students had a blast getting ready for Mardi Gras!
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Another fantastic Welness Week is in the books for Encinitas!
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Down To Earth Dad
The Misadventures of Spiderman
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ast week my family snuggled up on the sofa for Friday movie night. We watched Arachnophobia, the 1990 horror-comedy about a Venezuelan killer spider that attacks a sleepy American town. The kids slept with us later that night. A California king bed isn’t very spacious when there is a 9-year-old boy kicking you in the teeth every five minutes. My kids weren’t the only ones spooked by the film. “I think we have a lot of spiders in the house,” my wife says. I immediately know where this is leading: she wants to call an exterminator, which I think is an unnecessary expense, so I attempt to fend her off at the pass. “Spiders are a good thing,” I say. “Are they?” she asks. “Sure,” I say, “they eat the bed bugs.” “But we don’t have any bed bugs,” she says. “Precisely,” I say, “because all of our spiders are eating them.” I’m just making this up about the bed bugs. I don’t know if the spiders in our house are eating bed bugs, but I assume they are eating something, and in my imagination it might as well be bed bugs. Truthfully, we probably do have more spiders than the average house, but we don’t have enough to call an exterminator. I don’t have anything against exterminators. When I was a kid, I watched my dad unsuccessfully battle a wasp nest with a garden hose and a tennis racket. If I had a wasp nest in the backyard I’d be the first guy to call an exterminator. But spiders? Spiders? There’s no need for an exterminator. Like Jeff Daniels in Arachnophobia, I got this covered. I also have an ulterior motive. The money I save by taking care of the problem myself is cash back in my pocket. Cash that I can spend frivolously on other things, like a new Mesa Boogie vacuum tube guitar amp.
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Now, I’m no dummy. I’ve been married long enough to know my wife will not be persuaded by my rational and logical argument that our money is better spent on a guitar amp than it is on an exterminator. So I take another approach. “Do we really want to call an exterminator, you know, with all of their toxic chemicals?” Honestly, I really don’t care about commercial pesticides. As far as I’m concerned, a guy in a hazmat suit can come to my house with 10 gallons of DDT, as long as he gets the job done. But my wife is environmentally conscious, and I can sway her if I just work the word toxic into the conversation a few times. Motivated by my faux-green approach to pest control, she gives me the DIY thumbs up. The only problem is I don’t really know anything about being an exterminator. Not to be deterred, these days that isn’t a big of deal. If you don’t know how to do something you just look it up on YouTube. After a couple of video tutorials and a trip to Home Depot for some bug juice, I was in business and ready to reduce our spider population. But my foray into the realm of amateur pest control quickly ended in disaster. I didn’t even make it out of the garage before I mishandled the container of pesticide. It hit the ground with a thud and released a cloud of spider-killing-mist that covered all of my exposed flesh and seeped into both my lungs and eyes. You might think it would be hard to rinse your eyes in water and call the poison control hotline at the same time, but I assure you it can be done. My second call was to an exterminator, which was painful to my pride and it put a temporary dent in my rock-n-roll aspirations. NCK The Down to Earth Dad is a lawyer by day and youth soccer coach by night. He lives in Carlsbad with his wife and two kids.
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Kids & Their Pets
Baby Alex loves his “cat naps” with the family’s kitty, Tigger!
It’s a stare off between baby Peyton and their new pup Marshmallow!
Little Emma loves taking care of the family pup Winston.
Sweet Molly loves feeding Snowflake the horse. February 2015 | North County Kids
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Book Review
Mom to Mom
Megan Rath is a wife and mom of an 8 year old daughter and 4 year old son. She is the organizer of the Hip Chicks Book Club (www.meetup.com/hipchicksbookclub), a large group of diverse women of all ages that meets in North County every month. A native of North County all her life, she currently lives in Vista.
Bared to You (Crossfire series #1) by Sylvia Day Eva moves to New York to escape from her past, and meets super hot, somewhat controlling, billionaire Gideon Cross, who woos her into his bed, while she unwittingly steals a place in his heart. Something he never thought would happen. Ok, so this plot is EXTREMELY similar to the Fifty Shades of Grey series. But, having read the Fifty Shades books, I can honestly say this series is so much better. Well written, engaging, and sexy, this was a quick (somewhat mindless) romantic read, perfect for Valentine’s Day. Or, you know, anytime.
I give it a B. The next books in the Crossfire Series are: Reflected in You (#2), Entwined with You (#3), and the newly released Captivated by You (#4).
This Dark Road to Mercy by Wiley Cash Twelve-year-old Easter Quillby and her six-year-old sister Ruby are living in a foster home after their mother’s death, when their father, Wade, an ex-baseball player with a troubled past, whom they haven’t seen in years, shows up in the middle of the night to take his daughters back. But the girls’ court-appointed guardian and the police aren’t the only ones looking for Wade and the girls… especially since Wade is wanted in connection with a multi-million dollar robbery by the local mob. I really enjoyed this book. It’s a great story about the importance of family, and redemption from the past. It’s told from the perspective of multiple characters, and it really pulled me in. I definitely recommend it.
Give this book an A-. If you enjoy this book, check out Whistling Past the Graveyard by Susan Crandall.
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Family Science Night was a hit at Rancho Encinitas Academy in Encinitas thanks to Reuben H. Fleet Science Center and Flippin’ Pizza!
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Natalie, 15, performs an original song at The Grauer School’s High School Café Night.
The Chicken of the Sea Mermaid visited the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego’s 4S Ranch members!
This mini yogis love the Kids Yoga class at Yoga Six in Carlsbad! Namaste.
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This little guy had a blast at The New Children’s Museum’s Pajama Jam! www.sdnorthcountykids.com • www.facebook.com/northcountykids
Rock Church Orphan Ministry Cares for Children Around the World By Doreen Rekoski
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oe Brandi had a piece of the American dream… college pastor of a nice big church in Florida, making a nice salary, living in a nice house. Things were good. One day, a friend who worked for World Orphans asked if he knew how many orphans there were in the world. “A couple hundred thousand?” Joe guessed. “143 million,” his friend replied. That number is even higher today. According to UNICEF, it is estimated that 153 million children worldwide, ranging from infants to teenagers, have lost one or both parents. HIV/AIDS has orphaned 17.9 million children, most of them in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia. Joe was awestruck at the number, but not enough to take the bait he knew his friend was casting. Life was too comfortable. The seed, however, was planted. Months later, after a battle with cancer that challenged everything Brandi valued and a trip to Kenya with World Orphans, the plight of the orphans became real. Suddenly he realized he needed to care for them more than he wanted to care for himself. Today, Brandi is the leader of the Rock Church Orphan Ministry, called Unity 4 Orphans, a non-profit which seeks to make a difference in the lives of orphans through fundraising initiatives and missionary trips to orphan communities.
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Missionary trips to Tijuana are conducted monthly and international trips are led throughout the year in selected countries. “Our goal is to build consistent relationships with orphans as well as the local organizations that directly support orphan communities,” said Brandi. He says it’s an exciting time in the ministry. “We get to love and care for the kids, help to feed them and improve their environment. But, we also get to see the people who come with us to the orphanages change as well. It’s hard to see kids who have so little, and not feel the need to do anything to help them, even if it means uprooting your life to do it.” In the last year, the ministry has coordinated 12 mission trips to Tijuana, Mexico, and mobilized over 420 individuals who served a total of over 3,360 hours. ”I invite everyone to step out of their comfort zone and get involved with what God is doing in the lives of these children,” said Brandi. Please email unity4orphans@gmail. com for more info on becoming part of the team. Rock Church is one of the largest churches in the US and home to over 140 outreach ministries. It was started in 2000 by Pastor Miles McPherson, a former NFL player. Rock Church hosts 18 services every weekend, with a weekly attendance of over 15,000 people at their four locations in San Diego County. nck