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  Llama Llama Red Pajama, the Musical

  Oakland

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  Llama Llama Red Pajama, the Musical Performs in Berkeley, Sunnyvale, and San Francisco

     It's been a big first day of school, and Llama's happy to be home and wearing his favorite red pajamas. After his bedtime story, Mama Llama tucks him in and pops downstairs. Llama's toys try to help him relax, but he's too wiggly. He needs a drink of water. But where did Mama Llama go? Why isn't she coming? Our original, world-premiere musical will have everyone doing the Bedtime Dance! Recommended for ages 3 and up Based on the books by Anna Dewdney Book, Music and Lyrics by Austin Zumbro Directed by Marty Johnson Running time: 1 hour, no intermission Special Berkeley Offer 1:30pm & 4pm ($22 - $26) 10:30am ($26 - $30)

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  Bright Horizons - Carlsbad

  Carlsbad

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     At Bright Horizons Family Centers, we recognize young children learn best through active interaction, physically & socially. Because the first three years are critical for brain and language development, our program for learning is focused on experientially-rich, developmentally-appropriate environments that respond to the creativity of children and teachers. Learning centers, embedded into our curriculum, result in experiences that encompass all the skills necessary for optimum development and success in school. Proud to be NAEYC accredited, we serve ages 6 weeks to 5 years.

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  Bright Horizons - Los Angeles

  Los Angeles

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  Bright Horizons is the leading provider of high-quality early education and preschool. Our programs empower children from infancy on to become confident, successful learners and secure, caring people. Our programs invite children to develop the skills and confidence to succeed in school and beyond. Visit www.brighthorizons.com to find a school near you.

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  Bright Horizons - San Francisco Area

  San Francisco Area

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  Bright Horizons is the leading provider of high-quality early education and preschool. Our programs empower children from infancy on to become confident, successful learners and secure, caring people. Our programs invite children to develop the skills and confidence to succeed in school and beyond. Visit www.brighthorizons.com for a center near you.

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  Bright Horizons - Southern California

  Southern California

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  Bright Horizons is the leading provider of high-quality early education and preschool. Our programs empower children from infancy on to become confident, successful learners and secure, caring people. Our programs invite children to develop the skills and confidence to succeed in school and beyond. Visit www.brighthorizons.com for a center near you.

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  Bright Horizons at Ocean Park

  Santa Monica

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  Early Education & Preschool

     Bright Horizons at Ocean Park will open its doors to serve children and families in late Summer of 2012. We are conveniently located in the Ocean Park Business Park / Santa Monica, CA. Our curriculum, The World at Their Fingertips, is a comprehensive, integrated approach to learning that stimulates each child's innate curiosity and exploratory nature to prepare them for lifelong learning. It places a strong emphasis on language development, math, science, and social skills.

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  Bright Horizons at San Clemente

  San Clemente

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  Bright Horizons is the leading provider of high-quality early education and preschool. Our programs empower children from infancy on to become confident, successful learners and secure, caring people. Our programs invite children to develop the skills and confidence to succeed in school and beyond. Visit www.brighthorizons.com to find a school near you.

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  Cali Camp

  Topanga

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  Cali Camp is a summer day camp for children ages 3- 15.

     We provide transportation in the cost of camp tuition, and offer many stops throughout the valley and city. Cali Campers will enjoy daily swimming and a variety of Classic Camp activities. We have everything from horseback riding to go carts, rock climbing and zip lining. We also balance out the adventure with dance, arts and crafts, and drama. If sports are more your thing, you'll love our beach volley ball court, back yard games and sports, ping pong, foosball, and even some Harry Potter Quidditch! We pride ourselves on our amazing staff who combined a have hundreds of years of camp experience working with children. Cali Camp will quickly become your home away from home! (less) ... Read more

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  Outdoor Journeys - Camp Nawakwa

  Upland

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  Outdoor Journeys' mission is to inspire individuals through engagement and education to connect with the natural world. Camp Nawakwa is open to everyone! We embrace the uniqueness of all young people and their families. We ensure that every child has a place, no matter his or her background or age. Come spend a week up in the beautiful San Bernardino mountains making new friends, discovering yourself and exploring the natural world around you. Choose one of our themed Traditional Camps and enjoy all of our wonderful programs, like Archery, Rock Climbing, Tomahawks, Paintball, Arts &; Crafts, Nature, Outdoor Living Skills, and more! Feeling more adventurous? Try one of our Adventure Camps and learn wilderness survival skills like Orienteering, Fire Building, Astronomy, Rope Making, Hiking and more! We also offer three Family Camps! Bring the whole family for an adventure! (less) ... Read more

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  Red and White Fleet

  San Francisco

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  Red and White Fleet is San Francisco's original bay cruise operator and features several family-friendly cruises, including Golden Gat Bay Cruise, Bridge 2 Bridge Cruise and California Sunset Cruise. Golden Gate Bay Cruise San Francisco's original and best bay cruise! Experience breathtaking views of the San Francisco waterfront, the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, and the notorious Alcatraz Island. Our award-winning audio tour (offered in 16 languages) details the city's rich cultural history as you cruise past the area's most famous landmarks. We have 8 to 12 daily departures starting at 10:00am. In our Summer season, our first departure is at 9:15am. Length of the cruise: 1 Hour Adults (18+): $32 Youth (5-17): $22 (less) ... Read more

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  Summer at Delphi

  Sheridan

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  Summer at Delphi is the perfect blend of learning, challenge and fun.

     Study in the morning to avoid the summer slide, then attend your choice of specialized camp in the afternoon. From maker and art camps, to theater, horseback riding, outdoor and film camp, we have options for every camper's interests. Delphi's culturally diverse environment is where learning is fun, the future is bright and every day is brimming with exciting opportunities. There is never a dull moment as students transition from a busy week of learning to exciting, off-campus adventures exploring some of the most exciting and beautiful locations in the Pacific Northwest. Every weekend includes a different adventure such as going to the beach, touring Seattle, whitewater rafting and flying down sand dunes in a dune buggy. Campers can choose between two three-week sessions or one six-week session that are available from June 28th through August 7th. Age-appropriate camps are available with both day and boarding options for ages 5 - 18 (campers can overnight starting at 8 years old). (less) ... Read more

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  Taste Buds Kitchen

  San Jose

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  It's almost Summer Camp Season in our Kitchens!

     Are you ready to escape the ordinary and embark on a culinary adventure? Taste Buds Kitchen is here to tell you exactly how to make Summer 2019 the BEST SUMMER EVER! As the deadline for making summer plans approaches, we know parents will have a few questions about why attending a cooking camp should be first on the list of to-do's! For more FAQ and details, check our site!

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  The Coding School

  The Coding School

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  LEARN CODING in the most SUPPORTIVE, In-Depth and RISK-FREE learning environment possible in California with The Coding School!

     Our one-of-a-kind program provides students with ONE-ON-ONE lessons from top computer scientists at SpaceX, Google, Stanford, Harvard & more... ALL FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME! Middle and high school students meet for weekly, face-to-face coding lessons & mentorship via video chat with their own personal instructor to learn in-depth skills and knowledge at their own pace in fields including Artificial Intelligence, Mobile App Building, Web Development, Cybersecurity, Healthcare & Tech and more! Our students increase their college competitiveness by creating projects to showcase their skills and passions in the college admissions process. To register and for more information visit: https://www.the-cs.org/summer/index.html (less) ... Read more

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  Tom Sawyer Camps, Inc.

  Altadena

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  TSC are excited to offer full day programs for Kindergarten through 6th grade campers during select schools Spring Break.

     Spring Camp Enrollment Opens March 2nd! We base our program out of specific schools in the Pasadena Area. We are open daily from 8:00 AM until 6:00 PM. Spaces are available on a first come, first served basis. Spaces are limited and some days fill more quickly than others. Each day includes a field trip, fun games and activities, and 10 hours of safe, supervised TSC style activities. Full days cost $87.50. Children will need comfortable clothes, closed toe shoes and a peanut product free lunch each day. Please call us for more information at (626) 794-1156 or check out our website @ www.tomsawyercamps.com

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  Vibo Music School

  San Bruno

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  Join us at Camp Allegro, a one-week or two-week summer music camp offering an unparalleled creative experience for aspiring young musicians ages 6 and up! Campers explore the joy of playing music through fun classes, rehearsals and performance all within a fun and supportive environment. Beginners and intermediate level students alike benefit from a summer session at Camp Allegro.

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  Winchester Mystery House

  San Jose

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  Interested in one of San Jose's oldest historical attractions? Visit The Winchester Mystery House!

     The Winchester Mystery House is the beautiful but bizarre mansion built by Sarah Pardee Winchester, heiress of the Winchester Repeating Arms fortune. Construction began in 1884, and didn't stop for 38 years until her death in 1922. Tormented by the guilt of Winchester Rifle victims, Mrs. Winchester built the dizzying Victorian-style structure with many odd and mysterious features. Doors that open to walls, stairways that lead to the ceiling, and many more oddities in the massive 160-room mansion. Open to the public since 1923, the Winchester Mystery House offers daily guided tours of the estate.

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  Outdoor Journeys - Camp Nawakwa

  Upland

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  Outdoor Journeys' mission is to inspire individuals through engagement and education to connect with the natural world. Camp Nawakwa is open to everyone! We embrace the uniqueness of all young people and their families. We ensure that every child has a place, no matter his or her background or age. Come spend a week up in the beautiful San Bernardino mountains making new friends, discovering yourself and exploring the natural world around you. Choose one of our themed Traditional Camps and enjoy all of our wonderful programs, like Archery, Rock Climbing, Tomahawks, Paintball, Arts &; Crafts, Nature, Outdoor Living Skills, and more! Feeling more adventurous? Try one of our Adventure Camps and learn wilderness survival skills like Orienteering, Fire Building, Astronomy, Rope Making, Hiking and more! We also offer three Family Camps! Bring the whole family for an adventure! (less) ... Read more

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  Outward Bound

  Outward Bound

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  For 50 years and with more than 1 million participants, Outward Bound continues to lead the way in outdoor adventure-education for youth and adults. With locations throughout the United States and Internationally and over 500 courses to choose from, your perfect adventure awaits! Outward Bound programs emphasize personal growth through experience and challenge in the wilderness. Students develop self-reliance, responsibility, teamwork, confidence, compassion, as well as environmental and community stewardship. Courses range in length from four days to three months, for ages 12 to 45+. Activities include backpacking, canoeing, rock climbing, mountaineering, white water rafting, sailing, dog sledding, skiing and much more. Scholarships are available. (less) ... Read more

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  Winchester Mystery House

  San Jose

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  Interested in one of San Jose's oldest historical attractions? Visit The Winchester Mystery House!

     The Winchester Mystery House is the beautiful but bizarre mansion built by Sarah Pardee Winchester, heiress of the Winchester Repeating Arms fortune. Construction began in 1884, and didn't stop for 38 years until her death in 1922. Tormented by the guilt of Winchester Rifle victims, Mrs. Winchester built the dizzying Victorian-style structure with many odd and mysterious features. Doors that open to walls, stairways that lead to the ceiling, and many more oddities in the massive 160-room mansion. Open to the public since 1923, the Winchester Mystery House offers daily guided tours of the estate.