Spring 2017

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Girl Power Hour

A safe, fun place where teens tap in to their true potential!

Chop’s Teen Club* 509 Adams St., Santa Rosa CA* (707)284-2467* www.chopsonline.com

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For more info, call 707-284-2467 or log on to www.chopsonline.com

Note from Program/Events Director, Melissa Stewart We are excited to present the Spring 2017 Activity Guide!

Please take some time to look at the activities and mark your calendar for the ones you would like to participate in. While we offer fun programs like Ceramics and Rock Wall, we also offer daily Tutoring & Homework Help and programs such as The Awesome Pretzel Cart & Work Ready Programs. We do our best to cover a wide range of interests and keep the costs low so everyone can participate. This includes our membership. We require that a minimum of $1.00 is paid for the annual membership, but encourage those who can afford more to consider paying more. Remember to save the date for our Open House on June 10th!

Please feel free to call anytime!

Melissa 284-2467 x17 Membership Information:  Chop’s membership is open to Santa Rosa youth in 7th-12th grades.  You must become a Chop’s Teen Club member to participate in Chop’s activities (except for dances and special events).  To become a member, complete the Member Form with a parent or guardian signature, show a valid student ID and pay $1.00 (or more if you can afford it!)  You will receive a Chop’s Member Card that you must bring with you to get into Chop’s for drop-in and planned activities.

Spring Drop-In Hours: Middle School: Mon. 2:30-7 PM T-F 3-7 PM Sat. 12-7 PM

High School: Mon. 2:30-7 PM T-Th 3-7 PM F 3-10 PM Sat. 12-10 PM

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Chop’s Teen Club Staff List Phone Number: (707) 284-2467 Staff:

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Lorez Bailey, Executive Director Koy Stewart, Operations & IT Director Melissa Stewart, Program & Events Director Sierra Castillo, Marketing & Communications Manager Brenda Russell, Finance Manager Taylor Krenwinkel, Program & Outreach Manager Shannon Hagler, Program Associate Daemon Williamson, Technology Coordinator Enrique Rojas, Music & Recording Specialist Gabe Hirsh, College, Career & Youth Sports Coordinator Heidi Hebein, Café & Culinary Coordinator Maggie Kirk, Art Studio Coordinator Alaina Galloway, Club 509 & Program Coordinator Adam Carra, Tech Specialist & Supervisor Bill Donahue, Ceramics Specialist Cheyenne Danbrova, Supervisor Ian Hutchinson, Café Assistant Jessica Agundez, Lobby Assistant Kierra Berry, Lobby Assistant Lena Sedlik, Café Assistant Michael Kelley, Art Specialist Pari Alexander, Lobby Assistant Robbie Power, Youth Sports Assistant & Supervisor Sonja Roberts, Art Specialist Closed on: 1/2-1/6, 1/16, 2/20, 5/29 Closed early at 6 PM for dances on: 1/14, 2/11, 3/11, 4/8, 5/13 Closed early at 6 PM for All Staff Meetings: 1/10, 2/7, 3/14, 4/11, 5/9 Open early at 1:00 PM on: 2/13, 3/20-3/24, 5/31, 6/1, 6/2 Open Late: 3/4-2:30 PM & 5/13 1:00 PM

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Table of Contents Membership Information and Hours

2

Staff List and Extensions

3

Art

6-7

Honored Members

8

Club 509

9-11

Culinary

11-14

Open House

12

Music and Recording

16-17

Special Interest

18

Sports and Fitness

19-21

Tech Lounge

23-24

Work Ready & Leadership

25-28

Youth Empowerment Council

29-30

Chop’s Donor Recognitions

32-35

Register for Activities Online! www.chopsonline.com     

Click the Member Login button along the top of the home page When you signed up as a Chop’s member, you were assigned a username & password. If you have lost or forgotten it, please call 284-2467.

Once you log-in, you can search for activities by name, by activity number found in this guide or by category in the activities tab.

Start adding activities to your “cart”.

You can select multiple activities by clicking add to cart & continue shopping or proceed to check out.

Please feel free to call if you need help or have any questions.

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All bags, back packs and purses need to be kept in lockers that Chop’s provides free of charge. Lockers are intended for one member to use at a time. If there is not a locker available to use, ask a supervisor for help and they can help safely store your belongings.     

Do not share your locker with a friend.

Pick a locker combination that only you will know. Not your birthday.

Don’t share your locker combination with anyone.

Do not ask anyone to get something out of your locker for you.

Remember which locker you put your belongings in.

Do not leave your wallet, cell phone, electronic devices etc. un-attended.

If you have a cell phone, it is recommended that you install a phone tracking system app such as Find My Phone, Find My iPhone or GPS Tracker etc.

When leaving a program area, make sure you have what you came with.

If you are missing a personal item, alert a supervisor as soon as you realize it’s not where you left it.

Chop’s Teen Club is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

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Art Studio

Chop’s Art Studio exposes teen members to a wide range of creative activities and opportunities. Through open studio time, workshops and classes, teens experience art disciplines such as hand built and wheel thrown ceramics, sewing and knitting, painting, drawing and construction.

The Art Studio staff members are always available for help with projects. We are dedicated to promoting a vast variety of affordable activities that foster creativity in a fun artistic atmosphere. *Activities are subject to change based on member participation.

Activity Name: Sew, Knit & Explore Description: Join Sonja to learn basic machine sewing, how to make quilted pillows, small blankets, carry-all bags, clothing and so much more. Learn to knit scarves, crochet potholders or design your own piece. No experience necessary for machine or hand sewing. We have sewing machines, fabric, yarn and needles, plus all the sundries you'll need.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10125

Jan. 9

May. 29

3 PM

7 PM

Drop In

M

Activity Name: Mixed Media Art Description: Enjoy crafting with Sonja on Tuesdays & Maggie on Wednesdays. Make stamps for cards, bend wire into fun shapes, build beautiful mosaic pieces, create corkboards to display your photos, make duct tape wallets, or try craft stick building, origami, collage or soap carving. We are always experimenting with new ideas and projects!

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10127

Jan. 10

May. 31

3 PM

7 PM

Drop In

Tu, W

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Activity Name: Ceramics Description: Join our ceramics instructor Bill on Thursdays, and learn basic to intermediate clay techniques in wheel throwing, hand building, and glazing. We have clay, tools, two wheels, a kiln to fire the clay, and glazes to help you create amazing pieces. Challenge your creativity as you design and complete beautiful pottery pieces.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10126

Jan. 12

Jun. 1

3 PM

7 PM

Drop In

Th

Activity Name: Manga & Cartooning Description: Join Mike in the Art Studio and create your own comic books, characters and illustrations! Design and develop characters and narrative artwork with basic drawing techniques, cartooning, visual storytelling tutorials, and more. Become an illustrator and tell awesome stories in your own style.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10124

Jan. 13

Jun. 2

3 PM

7 PM

Drop In

F

Activity Name: Fine Art, Drawing & Painting Description: Learn painting techniques with Mike as you explore how to plan and paint an acrylic, watercolor or mixed media piece. Learn to mix colors and which brush works best for each effect. You'll get to know the process, materials and elements of fine art. Learn to draw and shade, the concepts of perspective drawing, how to create intricate Zentangles with pencils and markers, and so much more.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10123

Jan. 7

Jun. 3

1 PM

6 PM

Drop In

Sa

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Chop's Teen Club was honored as one of the Best Places to Work by the North Bay Business Journal.

Congratulations to our Honored Employee Koy Stewart, Operations & IT Director

Congratulations Honored Members The Honored Member Program recognizes members that go above and beyond in role modeling the Chop’s Code of Conduct which is based on RESPECT!

Isidro Garcia

Zoe Chock

Giovanni Ponce

Nayeli Garcia

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Club 509

Chop’s Club 509 is the hottest teen night club in town! It includes a spacious dance floor with club lighting for a party-like atmosphere, and an incredible sound system.

Enjoy movies, dances, band nights and so much more.

The cafĂŠ is open for members to purchase drinks, meals and tasty treats during drop-in hours and events.

M = Member, NM = Non Member

Activity Name: Open Mic Night Description: Join us on third Fridays for Club 509's Open Mic Night and share your talents. From solo acts to full bands, poetry, stand-up comedy, improv, magic, break dancing and more, Club 509 has all you need to put on a great show. We have a great sound system, stage, lights and drum riser. Contact Alaina Galloway, our Program & Club 509 Coordinator to set up your time to shine! 707-284-2467 x29 or alainag@chopsonline.com * Performers please contact Alaina at least one week before each event.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: 30

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10172

Jan. 20

May. 19

6 PM

8 PM

Drop In

F

Activity Name: Game Night Description: Calling all gamers! Join us every fourth Friday for a fun-filled night of games. From board games to video games, to life size versions of favorites like Hungry Hungry Hippos, game night is guaranteed to be a blast!

Cost: FREE

Min: 5

Max: 50

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10169

Jan. 27

May. 26

6 PM

8 PM

Drop In

F

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Thank you Redwood Credit Union for providing the Financial Literacy portion for our Awesome Pretzel Cart Work Ready Program

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Activity Name: Social Dance Description: Open to 7th-12th graders. Join Nordquist Junior Dance instructors on the second Saturday of each month for a 30 minute social dance lesson. Have fun with your friends dancing under the Chop's night club lights. Learn the Cha-Cha, Swing, Waltz, Rumba, Tango, Salsa, Night Club Two-Step and much more! Semi-formal attire, including appropriate dance shoes, and a valid school or Chop's ID are required.

Cost: FREE

Min: 10

Max: 100

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10115

Jan. 14

May. 13

7 PM

10 PM

Drop In

Sa

Activity Name: Movie Night Description: Join us on the third Saturday night of each month to enjoy a fun movie. You can vote on which movie we watch. The cafĂŠ will be open for tasty treats, including popcorn and drinks. Bring a friend and get a FREE soda! This event is for high school members only.

Cost: FREE

Min: 5

Max: 50

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10168

Jan. 21

May. 20

7 PM

9 PM

Drop In

Sa

Activity Name: Movie Marathons Description: Join us on fourth Saturdays to watch your favorite original movies followed by the sequel in Club 509. With surround sound, giant movie screen and crystal clear projector, you'll think you're in a movie theatre! We'll watch the double feature movies of members' choice.

Cost: FREE

Min: 5

Max: 50

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10174

Jan. 28

May. 27

1 PM

7 PM

Drop In

Sa

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Culinary

Chop’s commercially graded Teaching Kitchen and Espresso Bar boasts an impressive array of equipment and tools necessary for culinary and barista instruction.

While learning gaining employable skills, culinary students can learn to operate an espresso machine, learn basic meal and drink preparation, and how to cook and serve as part of our catering crew. *Please see barista class schedule on pg. 25 Series Name: Lovin Oven Description: Satisfy your sweet tooth in the Chop's kitchen during Valentine’s month. Join our Culinary Coordinator Heidi and learn how to use chocolate and other scrumptious ingredients in many different ways to create baked chocolate desserts as well as other sweet specialty items. This is a great opportunity to learn some impressive baking techniques.

Cost: $15.00

Min: 2

Max: 6

Act. #

Act. Name

Beg. Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10137

Flatbreads

Jan. 13

4 PM

6 PM

Jan. 11

F

10138

Quickbreads

Jan. 20

4 PM

6 PM

Jan. 18

F

10139

Cream Puffs & Eclairs

Jan. 27

4 PM

6 PM

Jan. 25

F

10140

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Feb. 3

4 PM

6 PM

Feb. 1

F

10141 Valentine Treats

Feb. 10

4 PM

6 PM

Feb. 8

F

10142

Fruit Tart

Feb. 17

4 PM

6 PM

Feb. 15

F

10143

Tiramisu

Feb. 24

4 PM

6 PM

Feb. 22

F

Chop’s Open House Saturday, June 10 1:00– 4:00

E FR

E!

Bring your friends and join us for a BBQ from 1-3 pm. Enjoy Karaoke and the Rock Wall! Activities will be provided in the Art Studio, Tech Lounge, Gym and Recording Studio!

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Series Name: Asian Series Description: Join our Culinary Coordinator Heidi in the Chop's kitchen for a lesson on Asian inspired dishes. Learn how to take seasonal ingredients, pair them with Asian ingredients and combine them to create delicious spring rolls, Asian noodle salad and pot stickers.

Cost: $15.00

Min: 2

Max: 6

Act. #

Act. Name

Beg. Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10144

Potstickers

Mar. 3

4 PM

6 PM

Mar. 1

F

10145

Asian Soup

Mar. 10

4 PM

6 PM

Mar. 8

F

10146

Pork Buns

Mar. 17

4 PM

6 PM

Mar. 15

F

Mar. 31

4 PM

6 PM

Mar. 29

F

10147 Asian Dessert

Series Name: Italian Series Description: In this series you will create rich and delicious Italiano comfort food. Join Heidi in learning how to can your own pasta sauce from scratch, meatballs, Stromboli and more. You will learn the skills you need to create a super tasty Italian dish to impress friends and family for years to come. Delizioso!

Cost: $15.00 Act. #

Act. Name

Min: 2

Max: 6

Beg. Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10148 Homemade Pasta Sauce

Apr. 7

4 PM

6 PM

Apr. 5

F

10149

Stuffed Pasta

Apr. 14

4 PM

6 PM

Apr. 12

F

10150

Stromboli

Apr. 21

4 PM

6 PM

Apr. 19

F

10151

Spicy Meatball

Apr. 28

4 PM

6 PM

Apr. 26

F

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Series Name: Latin American Series Description: Join Heidi in celebrating Cinco de Mayo; learn how to make a vibrant meal full of flavor, and a refreshing beverage to wash it all down. Then come back for the next class to learn how to make a scrumptious Hispanic dessert. ¡Muy sabroso!

Cost: $15.00 Act. #

Act. Name

10152

Cinco DeMayo Dinner

10153 Mexican Desserts

Min: 2 Beg. Date Start Time

Max: 6

End Time Reg. Deadline

Day

May. 5

4 PM

6 PM

May. 3

F

May. 12

4 PM

6 PM

May. 10

F

Plan to support Chop’s Teen Club on Saturday, May 6th in the 2017 Human Race! *Chop’s will open at 1 PM today.

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How to support Chop’s through the Human Race: Collect pledges and walk with us Sponsor a Chop’s staff member or a teen member Come in to Chop’s and donate at the front desk Give us a call for more information

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Eating Contests

Join us for non-stop fun, games and prizes during spring break! We will open early at 1 PM all week March 20-24.

Sumo Suits 3 on 3 Tye Dye

rop

Egg D

Cook

ing

Minute to Win It Games

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Music & Recording Studio Chop’s Music and Recording Studio offers a creative atmosphere to foster many musical interests. Try out your favorite instruments, learn to play a new one, or produce your own beats. Members have access to drums, guitars, keyboards and more. We have something for everyone! *To schedule appointments, call or email Enrique Rojas, Music specialist at 707-284-2467x28 or recstudio@chopsonline.com

Activity Name: Private Lessons Description: Interested in learning how to play a new instrument? The music studio offers private lessons in guitar, bass, ukulele, piano, drums, percussion, voice, and Pro Tools. We cover genres such as pop, rock, R&B, classical, hip hop, jazz and more. *Lessons are 30 minutes long and scheduled by appointment.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: 4

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

10154

Jan. 9

Jun. 2

3 PM

3:30 PM

M, W, Th, F

10155

Jan. 9

Jun. 2

3:30 PM

4 PM

M, W, Th, F

Activity Name: Band Practice - Jam Session Description: Join us for for open jam sessions at the music studio and create original music instantly. You get to meet and play with other musicians and explore different genres. If you are part of a band, you can also come and hold your rehearsals at the studio. *Band rehearsals scheduled by appointment.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

10156

Jan. 9

Jun. 2

4 PM

End Time Reg. Deadline 5 PM

Drop In

Max: 10 Day M, W, Th, F

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Activity Name: Recording Session Description: The recording studio offers 16 channel audio recording capabilities and mixing and mastering services with Pro Tools digital audio workstation. If you are looking to record your demo, extended production, or full album, The Recording studio is your place! *Recording sessions scheduled by appointment.

Cost: FREE Act. # Beg. Date 10157

Jan. 9

Min: 1 End Date

Start Time

Jun. 2

5 PM

End Time Reg. Deadline 6 PM

Drop In

Max: 10 Day M, W, Th, F

Activity Name: Practice Hour - Sing-Along Description: Join us for karaoke hour! Sing along your favorite songs with a backing track and lyrics on screen. You can also just come to practice on any instrument.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: 10

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10158

Jan. 9

Jun. 2

6 PM

7 PM

Drop In

M, W, Th, F

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Special Interest Activity Name: Homework Help Description: The Homework Help program combines active learning with fun, games, and mentoring. All you need to bring is your homework.

Experienced educators are ready to help with a difficult assignment and to facilitate the connection between tutors and students. When homework is done, members and tutors will have an opportunity to participate in a fun activity to end the session.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

10116

Jan. 9

May. 25

Max: 50

Start Time End Time Reg. Deadline 4 PM

5 PM

Drop In

Day M, Tu, W, Th

Activity Name: Girls Group Description: Join us every Tuesday for field trips, art projects, baking, games and more. We will have heart to heart conversations and discuss daily successes and challenges. Make new friends and share your dreams and goals in a safe and rewarding place for girl time.

Cost: FREE

Min: 4

Max: 30

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10173

Jan. 17

May. 30

4 PM

5 PM

Drop In

Tu

Activity Name: Chop's Champion Description: Join us on the first Friday of each month to test your skills and have fun competing with other Chop's members. Participate in different tournaments including a variety of sports, sumo suit challenges, video games, pool and ping pong. Make it to the top of the bracket and win a prize.

Cost: FREE

Min: 3

Max: 15

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10170

Feb. 3

Jun. 2

4 PM

6 PM

Drop In

F

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Sports & Fitness Chop’s is home to a state-of-the-art gym that includes a 35 foot rock wall with five different levels of difficulty.

Activities include basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, badminton, indoor soccer, group games, and more. Drop-in or sign up for one of our many activities. *Activities are subject to change based on member participation.

Activity Name: Basketball Description: Join us every Monday, Tuesday and Saturday for basketball in the gym. We'll organize teams for full court games, one-on-one tournaments, skill drills, or a spirited game of Horse, Thunder, or Around the World. Build your skills and get a great work out! *Saturdays are open gym from 12-7 for pick up games.

Cost: FREE

Min: 3

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10104

Jan. 9

May. 29

4 PM

5 PM

Drop In

M

10105

Jan. 10

May. 30

5 PM

6 PM

Drop In

Tu

10106

Jan. 7

Jun. 3

12 PM

7 PM

Drop In

Sa

Activity Name: Rock Wall Description: Climb our 35 foot state-of-the-art rock wall every Monday and Thursday. Our certified belayer Gabe will guide you up challenging routes. Become a member of the Chop's Rock Climbing Team, and rack up points for each challenge you take on. If you're not ready to scramble up the wall, we have a variety of games that will test your skills but keep you close to the ground.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: 30

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10113

Jan. 9

May. 29

5 PM

6 PM

Drop In

M

10114

Jan. 12

Jun. 1

5 PM

6 PM

Drop In

Th

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Activity Name: Flag Football Description: Join Gabe in the gym for flag football on Tuesdays.

Practice your throwing, catching and covering skills. Score some big touchdowns and do your victory dance!

Cost: FREE

Min: 8

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10109

Jan. 10

May. 30

4 PM

5 PM

Drop In

Tu

Activity Name: Members Choice Description: Members run the gym on Wednesdays! We bust out all the sporting gear that Chop's has to offer for one hour of fun. You and your friends can play anything from badminton to indoor soccer, volleyball, basketball, flag football, to bowling and whiffle ball. A guaranteed fun and action-packed time!

Cost: FREE

Min: 6

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10111

Jan. 11

May. 31

4 PM

5 PM

Drop In

W

Activity Name: Dodgeball Description: Duck, dodge and strategize every Wednesday while playing dodgeball in the gym. We'll organize teams and play several variations of this game that is fun for all.

Cost: FREE

Min: 8

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10108

Jan. 11

May. 31

5 PM

6 PM

Drop In

W

3 on 3 Tournaments every fourth Saturday 4-6 PM 1/28, 2/25, 3/25, 4/22, 5/27

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This event is for SENIORS ONLY! Remember the good times at Chop’s and have a fond farewell with fellow seniors & staff.

Let’s not say goodbye, but “see ya later!” Good luck, Class of 2017!

May 26th at 5:00 PM Activity Name: Girls Power Hour Description: Attention all girls! Join us on Thursdays from 4-5pm for an hour of girls only gym time. You and your girl friends can play anything from volleyball, basketball, climb up our rock wall or duke it out in our Sumo Suits. Come with your girlfriends or get ready to meet new ones.

Cost: FREE

Min: 4

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10110

Jan. 12

Jun. 1

4 PM

5 PM

Drop In

Th

Activity Name: Volleyball Description: Work on volleyball fundamentals such as passing, serving and serve receive in an open gym format. All beginner volleyball levels are welcome whether you've played for your school or not.

Cost: FREE

Min: 4

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10112

Jan. 13

Jun. 2

4 PM

5 PM

Drop In

F

Activity Name: Chop's Choice Description: Join Gabe in the gym and see what fun activities Chop's staff have in store! It could be anything from sumo suits to relay races or a homerun derby. You may even have a chance to test your skills against one of your favorite staff members.

Cost: FREE

Min: 4

Max: Unlimited

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10107

Jan. 13

Jun. 2

5 PM

6 PM

Drop In

F

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Interested in Outdoor Adventure?

Check out BSA Troop 509!

Thursday Evenings 5:30-7:00 at Chop’s

For more information please call or email: Mari Giblin at 707-360-8274 realtormarigiblin@gmail.com or Dan Logan at 707-206-8810 T509fun@gmail.com

Let’s Go!     

Hiking Camping Building Campfires Kayaking & Boating And so much more!!

Need community service hours?

Join the Santa Rosa Creek Stewardship crew! The crew meets at Olive Park on the first Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. and cleans up the Prince Memorial Greenway.

Remember to wear closed toed shoes and clothes that you can get dirty. Stick around until noon for FREE PIZZA!

Tech Lounge

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Chop’s Technology Lounge offers web access, computer technology, network gaming, console games like Wii and XBOX 360, space to complete homework and play board games. Drop in or sign up for one or more of our workshops.

Activity Name: Tinkering Tuesdays & Computer Maintenance, Description: PC Maintenance Technicians are the Auto Mechanics of the new millennium. Every computer needs occasional maintenance to remain in good working order. Learn the dos and don’ts to extend the life of your computer. Discover how to troubleshoot many of the common computer problems and fix them as well as upgrade your computer to keep up with technology. Expand your tinkering skills and explore industrial creative arts, technology, engineering and design. We’ll take apart and reassemble a wide variety of electronics, build electrical circuits, and use everyday objects to create something new. * 6 week session

Cost: FREE Act. # Session #

Min: 2 Beg. Date

10162

1

Jan. 10

10163

2

10164

3

Activity Name:

End Date Start Time End Time

Max: 14

Reg. Deadline

Day

Feb. 14

4 PM

6 PM

Jan. 6

T

Feb. 21

Apr. 4

4 PM

6 PM

Feb.17

T

Apr. 11

May. 16

4 PM

6 PM

Apr. 7

T

Digital Art

Description: Explore the creative possibilities in Digital Arts, Special Effects, and Video Game Design with Daemon. You'll learn the technology and tools used to create digital art effects today, using a drawing tablet with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator and Blender 3D. photography and digital drawing tablets.

Cost: FREE

Min: 3

Act. # Session # Beg. Date End Date Start Time End Time

Max: 8 Reg. Deadline

Day

10202

1

Jan. 11

Feb. 15

4 PM

6 PM

Jan. 7

W

10203

2

Feb. 22

Apr. 5

4 PM

6 PM

Feb.18

W

10204

3

Apr. 12

May.17

4 PM

6 PM

Apr. 8

W

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Activity Name: Tournament Thursdays Description: Join Daemon every Thursday to test your gaming skills and have fun competing with other members in Tournament Thursdays.

We host a different video game tournament each week including Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart, and Street Fighter. Make it to the top of the bracket and win a prize.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: 30

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10161

Jan. 12

Jun. 1

4 PM

6 PM

Drop In

Th

Activity Name: Audio/Video Editing - Chop's Commercials Description: Be a part of the new Chop’s communication system movement as you learn how to create audio/visual shorts, in the form of commercials. You will be taught methods of mixing and editing multiple clips into a single edited file. You will also become a voice in how announcements will be used as an emerging Chop’s Broadcast system. * 6 week session

Cost: FREE

Min: 2

Max: 14

Act. #

Session#

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

10165

1

Jan. 13

Feb. 17

5 PM

6 PM

F

10166

2

Feb. 24

Apr. 7

5 PM

6 PM

F

10167

3

Apr. 14

May. 19

5 PM

6 PM

F

Activity Name: LAN Party Description: Attention all gamers, this is your chance to show your skills! Bring your own computer or use one of ours for a fun gaming party. Join us every second Saturday of the month for pizza, soda, and a chance to win prizes. Minecraft and Team Fortress 2 are two of the games we play. Middle school members may sign up for this event and stay until 10 pm.

Cost: $10.00

Min: 4

Max: 11

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10159

Jan. 14

May. 13

6 PM

10 PM

Day of

Sa

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Work Ready & Leadership Chop’s offers several programs for workforce ready, leadership and volunteer opportunities. Join a community service club, become active in our member meetings or take a workshop to gain employable skills. You can also fulfill requirements for school volunteer hours at Chop’s.

Activity Name: Barista Training Description: Join our Culinary Coordinator Heidi for a series of 2-hour workshops where you'll learn employable skills for a coffee shop.

Workshops include how to get a barista job, excellent customer service skills, steaming, frothing and preparing hot/cold drinks. Each participant will receive a training manual, recipe guide and certificate of completion after passing the "Barista Basics" test.

Cost: $40.00

Min: 2

Max: 2

Act. #

Session

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10128

1

Jan. 10

Jan. 19

4 PM

6 PM

Jan. 6

Tu, Th

10129

2

Jan. 24

Feb. 2

4 PM

6 PM

Jan. 20

Tu, Th

10130

3

Feb. 7

Feb. 16

4 PM

6 PM

Feb. 3

Tu, Th

10131

4

Feb. 21

Mar. 2

4 PM

6 PM

Feb. 17

Tu, Th

10132

5

Mar. 7

Mar. 16

4 PM

6 PM

Mar. 3

Tu, Th

10133

6

Mar. 28

Apr. 6

4 PM

6 PM

Mar. 24

Tu, Th

10134

7

Apr. 11

Apr. 20

4 PM

6 PM

Apr. 7

Tu, Th

10135

8

Apr. 25

May. 4

4 PM

6 PM

Apr. 21

Tu, Th

10136

9

May. 9

May. 18

4 PM

6 PM

May. 5

Tu, Th

Explore jobs that interest you, and watch videos of people doing their jobs.

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Get all your career questions answered at jobsmadereal.com!

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Activity Name: Awesome Pretzel Cart Work Ready Program Description: Join us for a 6 week program designed to prepare teens to get and keep a job! We will use Chop's Awesome Pretzel Cart to teach business skills such as marketing, profit margins, inventory, customer service, cash handling, food safety and sanitation. You will earn a basic food handlers certificate and gain valuable work experience taking the pretzel cart out to the West End Farmers Market in Rail Road Square. Learn the financial aspects of earning a paycheck with a visit from Redwood Credit Union staff. Learn how to present yourself on paper and create a cover letter and a resume. Learn how to conduct yourself in an interview, fine tune your new interviewing skills, and then local employers will host mock interviews for participants to practice their new skills, which may lead to a job. The Work Ready Program focuses on 15 competencies that Sonoma County Employers identified as being needed for success on the job. Successful participants will earn a professional portfolio and the Sonoma County Office of Education's Work Ready Certificate and a completion award in the form of a $200 paycheck **Open to students in grades 10-12 Session #1 Cost: FREE

Min: 5

Max: 20

Act. #

Class Name

Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

10178

Intro to Work Experience

Jan. 30

5 PM

7 PM

M

10179

Pretzel Cart Business

Feb. 1

5 PM

7 PM

W

10180

Basic Food Handler's Certificate

Feb. 6

5 PM

7 PM

M

10181

Customer Service & Marketing

Feb. 8

5 PM

7 PM

W

10182

Resumes & Cover Letters

Feb. 13

5 PM

7 PM

M

10183

Interviews & Public Speaking

Feb. 15

5 PM

7 PM

W

10184

Workers Rights

Feb. 22

5 PM

7 PM

M

10185

Mock Interviews

Feb. 27

5 PM

7 PM

M

10186

Application Field Trip

Mar. 1

5 PM

7 PM

W

10187

Business Interviews

Mar. 6

5 PM

7 PM

M

10188

Paychecks & Finance

Mar. 8

5 PM

7 PM

W

10189

Career Exploration

Mar. 13

5 PM

7 PM

M

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#GetThatJob

Saturday, March 4th 9:30-2:00 Brought to you by: Chop’s Teen Club & Social Advocates for Youth Attention High Schoolers! Join us for a day of fun & interactive workshops that will help you GET THAT JOB! Learn how to make yourself stand out from other applicants, and shine like the star that you are.

Entertainment & lunch provided!

Workshops Include: First Impressions Awesome Applications Mock Interviews Register at your High School College & Career Hub

Chop’s will open for general membership at 2:30

Come see local employers that are hiring this summer!

Thursday, March 9th 5:00-7:00 PM

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Activity Name: Awesome Pretzel Cart Work Ready Program Session #2 Cost: FREE

Min: 5

Max: 20

Act. #

Class Name

Date

Start Time

End Time

Day

10190

Intro to Work Experience

Mar. 28

5 PM

7 PM

Tu

10191

Pretzel Cart Business

Mar. 30

5 PM

7 PM

Th

10192

Basic Food Handler's Certificate

Apr. 4

5 PM

7 PM

Tu

10193

Customer Service & Marketing

Apr. 6

5 PM

7 PM

Th

10194

Resumes & Cover Letters

Apr. 11

5 PM

7 PM

Tu

10195

Interviews & Public Speaking

Apr. 13

5 PM

7 PM

Th

10196

Workers Rights

Apr. 18

5 PM

7 PM

Tu

10197

Mock Interviews

Apr. 20

5 PM

7 PM

Th

10198

Applications Field Trip

Apr. 25

5 PM

7 PM

Tu

10199

Business Interviews

Apr. 26

5 PM

7 PM

Tu

10200

Paychecks & Finance

May. 2

5 PM

7 PM

Tu

10201

Career Exploration

May. 4

5 PM

7 PM

Th

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Y.E.C.

Youth Empowerment Council Mission Statement: To provide a forum that gives voice to our community’s youth and utilizes their leadership skills to make a lasting impact in our community.

Description: The Youth Empowerment Council (YEC) is a partnership between Chop’s Teen Club and Social Advocates for Youth that acts as a conduit for youth voices and leadership development in our community. The YEC supports and encourages high school students to deepen their passion and involvement in civic engagement and public service. We strive to be a beneficial community resource that utilizes youth input to create positive change.

What can YOU do for your community through the YEC? 

   

Produce workshops and present at Chop’s annual Youth Empowerment and Leadership Conference Create youth surveys to aid in local decision-making Participate in the Schools of Hope literacy program Increase teen voter registration Host teen community conversations

How can YOU get involved?

Contact: Melissa Stewart at 707-284-2467 x17 melissac@chopsonline.com or Georgia Pedgrift 707-284-8201 georgia@tomorrowsleaderstoday.org

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Activity Name: Youth Empowerment Council Description: Join Youth Empowerment Council (YEC) and become an important part of bringing a youth voice to make a lasting impact in our community. The YEC supports and encourages high school students to deepen their passion and involvement in civic engagement and public service. By joining YEC you will be part of a beneficial community resource that utilizes youth input to create positive change. * YEC meets every other Monday, please check dates our online calendar.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: 25

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10121

Jan. 9

May. 15

5:30 PM

7 PM

Drop In

M

Activity Name: Member Council Meetings Description: Member meetings allow teen members to come together, voice your opinions, and take an active role in shaping the future of Chop's Teen Club. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Fridays of each month and are facilitated by our Member Council. Staff mentors will help you develop leadership skills necessary to represent and interact with your peers.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: 30

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10171

Jan. 13

May. 26

5:30 PM

6 PM

Drop In

F

Activity Name: Interact General Meeting Description: Join Interact Club every fourth Thursday and develop leadership skills while helping others. Sponsored by the Santa Rosa Rotary West, Interact Club completes two community service projects each year, including one that furthers international understanding and goodwill. Interact experience is a great resume builder, and may help get you into the college of your choice.

Cost: FREE

Min: 1

Max: 20

Act. #

Beg. Date

End Date

Start Time

End Time

Reg. Deadline

Day

10177

Feb. 23

May. 18

4 PM

5 PM

Drop In

Th

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Help us Inspire & Empower 200 Middle School Students!

Chop’s Youth Empowerment & Leadership Conference Thursday, April 6, 2017, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Presented in partnership with Tomorrow’s Leaders Today, SAY & the Youth Empowerment Council Contact Melissa at 284-2467 x17 or melissac@chopsonline.com to find out more!

Join th plann e i comm ng ittee , be a s ponso r, or he lp a confe t the rence !

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Thank You Friends of Chop’s !

May to October 2016 Premier Donors ($50,000 +) Anonymous Evert B. & Ruth Finley Person Foundation Titanium Donors ($20,000-$49,999) The John Jordan Foundation Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Platinum Donors ($10,000-$19,999) Active 20 Club of Santa Rosa #50 Best Buy Foundation BoDean Company Debbie Chapman Bill and Suzie Friedman Rotary Club of Santa Rosa West Victor and Karen Trione Gold Donors ($5,000-$9,999) Josh & Maddie Cleaver Mike and Suzy Marzalek Perry, Johnson, Anderson, Miller & Moskowitz LLP Norma Person Mark Trione Silver Donors ($1,000-$4,999)

Dick & Mary Abbey Abbey, Weitzenberg, Warren & Emery Bank of America Charitable Foundation Beyers Costin Simon Burr, Pilger & Mayer City of Santa Rosa Codding Foundation Sarah & Steve Davies Nancy Dougherty John & Anne Friedemann

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Silver Donors (Continued) Friedemann Goldberg LLP Ghilotti Construction Company Michael & Heather Hammerich Joanne Harris Henderson Architect Tony and Kathy Hildesheim Kaiser Permanente Suzanne & Kenny Knowlton Rolf & Becky Nelson Catherine Neto & Richard Hirsh Scott Ormerod Pisenti & Brinker Redwood Credit Union Bill & ML Reinking Mindy and Michael Ricioli Darcie Fellows William Schrader Deepender & Jeannie Sekhon Peter and Felicia Simon SOMO Village Sonoma Clean Power St. Joseph Health Sonoma County The Lenore & Howard Klein Foundation W. Bradley Electric, Inc. John & Laura Whiting Wright Contracting Bronze Donors ($500-$999) Jessica Adams Bill & Karey Barnett Maria & Vittorio Belmonte Joan Dove - Arthur Gallagher & Co. Stacey & Kelly Gilligan Jim & Mary Henderson La Tortilla Factory Dr. Steve Meffert & Melissa Kelly Lawrence & Louise Moskowitz Myers Restaurant Supply Leslie and Lani Perry Dave & Laura Robertson

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Medal Winning Mentions (Up to $499) Surya & Sesha Achyuta Lacy & Trevor Anderson Robert Ankers Megan Hold & Scott Auden Beth & Dale Baler Kelly & Josh Baum Max & Suzanne Beach Alicia & Blair Benson Tom & Jeannie Benton Amy & Scott Bolten Gina & Tony Bonansea Brett Bradford Bryan and Lorhonna Brentwood John & Carol Bribiescas Beth Brown Jeanne & Ed Buckley Pamela Bullington James and Janie Carduff Elisa Chieffo Martin & Lien Cibulka Joe & Lisa Costamagna Nicole & Kenneth Cowlin Kenn & Elaine Cunningham Dave & Bev Curry Dan and Diana Curtin Johanna Davenport Raissa De La Rosa Jet Howell & Brian Duncan Erin & Ray Dunross Susannah Edwards John & Kathy Engelstad Deanna Ergenbright Kyle & Janet Fisher Sharilyn Marshall & Dana Fox Judith Fromm Kent & Lori Godwin Jacqueline & Olindo Gonzalez Susan Gorin Karl & Lynn Grimm Jackie Hallerberg Kelli Hardcastle Susan Hayes Monica Hernandez Stephanie & Eric Hess

Hook & Ladder Vineyards & Winery Darren & Anna Hopkins Joe & Heather Jackson Anna & Sean Johnson Cami & Todd Kahl Mike & Tamara Kallhoff Julie Keller Keysight Technologies Ron LaBruzzo Howard & Debbie Lasker Sochiyar Chhin & Kervemeno Lay Gaye LeBaron Ben Lehr Cory Loveland Dale & Martha Mahoney Bill & Anita Markoff Kay Marquet Matt & Arcelia Martin Mary's Pizza Shack Tammi Matthias Laura McArthur Robin & Rob McKenzie Lauren & Bruce Morrison Anick & James Neider Steve Nielsen Paradise Ridge Winery Mark Poggendoff Anne Prather Ali Quattrocchi Marci Reichbach Judy Reynolds Lisa Richie Melissa Roberts Sheila Robinson Adelaida Robledo Christine Rodman Tina Rogers Romelli Bail Bonds Suzanne Rosas Roseland Accelerated Middle School Linda & Alex Ruiz Johan Schmitz Hank & Lisa Schreeder

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Medal Winning Mentions (Continued) Tom & Jackie Schwedhelm Luke Scrivanich Celia & Mark Sedwick Dean & Belinda Soiland Bernice Soriano Kevin & Toni Sprouse Robin Stephani & Klaus Rappensperger Carole & Daniel Stewart Geof Syphers The Pawn Advantage Store Florence Tiscornia Tomorrow's Leaders Today Glen and Larry Tremolada Neva & Stephen Turer Marlon Uli Stacy Wallace Jeff and Sandra Wandel John & Lynn Westoby David Wohlschlaeger Liz Wong Georgia & Steve Worthen Ted Zimmerman Jennifer Zunio

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Chop’s is located near Railroad Square on the corner of West Sixth and Adams St.

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Chop’s Teen Club* 509 Adams St., Santa Rosa CA* (707)284-2467* www.chopsonline.com