Hi Folks,
Thanks to all that participated in and organized this year's LBPC Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
We played on the slide, ate on the grass, danced on the sidewalk, and (most importantly) hunted on the grass. We used nearly every square inch of Alta Laguna Park and had a wonderful time doing so!
Spring fun continues at LBPC: We have a fun event to help motivate your Spring cleaning. Join us for a Mom's Night Out, Fashion Swap Party on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at Pearl St. General Store. Clean out your closets and join us. Details below and on the BigTent calendar.
And, don't miss our Disaster Preparedness workshop this Saturday, April 26th from 10:30 - 11:30 at the Susi Q. There's still spaces available. RSVP on BigTent.
Scroll down to see our many other upcoming events as well as pictures from our recent events and volunteer opportunities.
Exciting things are going on at the LBPC and we're so happy you're a part of it.
Upcoming Events
Thanks to all that participated in and organized this year's LBPC Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
We played on the slide, ate on the grass, danced on the sidewalk, and (most importantly) hunted on the grass. We used nearly every square inch of Alta Laguna Park and had a wonderful time doing so!
Spring fun continues at LBPC: We have a fun event to help motivate your Spring cleaning. Join us for a Mom's Night Out, Fashion Swap Party on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at Pearl St. General Store. Clean out your closets and join us. Details below and on the BigTent calendar.
And, don't miss our Disaster Preparedness workshop this Saturday, April 26th from 10:30 - 11:30 at the Susi Q. There's still spaces available. RSVP on BigTent.
Scroll down to see our many other upcoming events as well as pictures from our recent events and volunteer opportunities.
Exciting things are going on at the LBPC and we're so happy you're a part of it.
Upcoming Events
LBPC Events:
LBPC Monthly Meeting
When: Thu April 24, 2013 , 8–10 pm
Where: The offices of Jadi Communications (1110 Glenneyre)
Come join us for the Laguna Beach Parents Club Monthly meeting.
It's a fun night out when we get together not only to talk LBPC shop but also to chitchat, enjoy some snacks, and have a sip (or two) of wine.
Please come out and join us. It really does take a village, and we love seeing our regulars as well as new faces with fresh ideas.
Hope to see you there. RSVP greatly appreciated.
Disaster Preparedness Workshop
When: Sat Apr 26, 2014, 10:30–11:30 am
Where: Susi Q Center Community Room
380 Third Street
Contact: Lisa Roberson-Beery, 949-680-5555, lisaroberson@hotmail.com
Description: Earthquake season is upon us and LBPC is sponsoring a Red Cross Workshop for Disaster Preparedness focused on what to do for families with infants and young children. Come join us before or after the Saturday Farmers Market at the Susi Q Center Community Room! This is probably more suited to adults or a dual parent scenario. PLEASE RSVP.
When: Fri May 2, 2014, 4:30–7:30 pm
Where: Bluebird Park
Description:
Take advantage of the longer days of summer and join the Parent's Club for some family time at Bluebird Park. Family Fridays are a great way to hang out with the awesome club families AND ensure your young ones are worn out and ready for a good night's sleep. We plan to organize one family Friday night each month for May, June, July, August and September. We will shoot for the first Friday of the month unless it conflicts with a holiday weekend.
The first Family Friday will be May 2 from 4:30- until the party ends. This is a non-hosted event, meaning that families should bring their own food, beverages and maybe a picnic blanket as your base. The park and friends will provide all of the entertainment.
Most of the activity will be happening near the tot area or the older kid play structures. Plan to set up camp in one of these areas.
Please RSVP on BigTent so we can get an idea of how many and whom to watch for. We look forward to seeing you to celebrate the end of the week AND the longer days of summer.
May Book Club
When: Thu May 8, 2014, 7:30–9:30 pm
Where: Wine Gallery, 1833 South Coast Hwy #110
Contact: Kim Mattie, kim.mattie@gmail.com
Join us for the May book club meeting!!
We'll meet at the Wine Gallery where we will enjoy some refreshments and discuss this month's book (Outlander by Diana Gabaldon). Food is available for purchase at the Wine Gallery. For a menu including food and drinks, go here:http://goo.gl/GQSzlC . For additional information about
Moms Night Out FASHION SWAP Party!
When: Tue Jun 3, 2014, 7–9 pm
Where: Pearl St. General
1796 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Contact: Allison Sladeck, 949-412-0198, MMAmama99@gmail.com
Where: Wine Gallery, 1833 South Coast Hwy #110
Contact: Kim Mattie, kim.mattie@gmail.com
Join us for the May book club meeting!!
We'll meet at the Wine Gallery where we will enjoy some refreshments and discuss this month's book (Outlander by Diana Gabaldon). Food is available for purchase at the Wine Gallery. For a menu including food and drinks, go here:http://goo.gl/GQSzlC . For additional information about
Moms Night Out FASHION SWAP Party!
When: Tue Jun 3, 2014, 7–9 pm
Where: Pearl St. General
1796 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Contact: Allison Sladeck, 949-412-0198, MMAmama99@gmail.com
Description:
Join us for a for a MNO FASHION SWAP PARTY!
It's time to do some Spring cleaning… Come and mingle with some other moms, and exchange your gently used clothing, shoes, & accessories to refresh your wardrobe.
"What were you thinking?" prizes will be awarded for the most outrageous items (see a list of prizes below).
All unclaimed items will be donated to WHW (Women Helping Women organization). WHW assists women in their transition to self-sufficiency by providing a "Professional Clothes Closet" aimed at supplying suitable clothes so they can dress appropriately for job interviews and employment as they seek to enter or re-enter the workforce. Clients include victims of domestic violence, homeless, refugees, parolees and "working poor." Find out more here: http://www.whw.org/
* You must RSVP for this event… We will be limited to the first 20 members who reply.
* Bring at least 10 items (preferably already on hangers, and small items in ziplock bags).
* Bring a "What were you thinking?" item to be entered into the contest.
* Swap for 5 items (the remaining items will be donated to WHW).
* Be prompt. We have limited time and want to allow everyone enough time to shop.
* Donation receipts available upon request
* You are welcome to bring additional items for the organization, as well as gift cards to Target, Wal-Mart, and Payless Shoe Source.
Prizes which have been generously donated so far:
Join us for a for a MNO FASHION SWAP PARTY!
It's time to do some Spring cleaning… Come and mingle with some other moms, and exchange your gently used clothing, shoes, & accessories to refresh your wardrobe.
"What were you thinking?" prizes will be awarded for the most outrageous items (see a list of prizes below).
All unclaimed items will be donated to WHW (Women Helping Women organization). WHW assists women in their transition to self-sufficiency by providing a "Professional Clothes Closet" aimed at supplying suitable clothes so they can dress appropriately for job interviews and employment as they seek to enter or re-enter the workforce. Clients include victims of domestic violence, homeless, refugees, parolees and "working poor." Find out more here: http://www.whw.org/
* You must RSVP for this event… We will be limited to the first 20 members who reply.
* Bring at least 10 items (preferably already on hangers, and small items in ziplock bags).
* Bring a "What were you thinking?" item to be entered into the contest.
* Swap for 5 items (the remaining items will be donated to WHW).
* Be prompt. We have limited time and want to allow everyone enough time to shop.
* Donation receipts available upon request
* You are welcome to bring additional items for the organization, as well as gift cards to Target, Wal-Mart, and Payless Shoe Source.
Prizes which have been generously donated so far:
45 Minute photography session & CD with 20 images... $350 Value
www.MartinezMagicPhotography.com
Donated by Fania Martinez (LBPC member)
2x (10) Bikram Yoga classes... $330 Value
www.bikramyogalaguna.com
Donated by Marna Kibby... (LBPC member)
1 Hour of Concierge Services or Home Organization from The Task Tackler... $25-$45 Value
www.TheTaskTackler.com
Donated by Allison Sladeck (LBPC member)
Tropez Boutique Certificate... $50 Value
www.facebook.com/pages/Tropez-Boutique/158285530885136
Donated by Kathy Lajvardi (LBPC member)
2 Duo sets of 3D Fiber Mascaras by Younique Products... $72 Value
Donated by Tiffany Frey (LBPC member)
www.youniqueproducts.com/TiffanyFrey
A pair of Painted Bird shoes... $68 Value
www.shoppaintedbird.com
Donated by Jen Samson (LBPC member)
2 Weeks of Lotus Yoga... $99 Value
www.LotusYogaLaguna.com
Donated by Dana Sara
Around Town:
New Laguna Beach Unified School District Program for 0-5-year olds
LBUSD families are invited to participate in a new School Readiness program, called Learning Link.
Learning Link, held at Top of the World Elementary School, is a parent-child interactive center with age appropriate learning centers that include art activities, fine and gross motor activities, language development, health information and developmental screenings.
The program, in its pilot phase, is available from 12:15-3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 and Wednesday, April 30. If there is enough interest, the program will continue permanently!
Please plan to arrive at 12:15 and stay for as long or as little of the almost 3 hours as works for your little ones.
The event will be held in the preschool classroom. Attendees are asked to sign in at the office and be sure to wear your visitor's badge during your stay. Please plan to park off campus.
For more information or to register, please contact Julie Olsen at jolsen@lbusd.org or 949-
Learning Link, held at Top of the World Elementary School, is a parent-child interactive center with age appropriate learning centers that include art activities, fine and gross motor activities, language development, health information and developmental screenings.
The program, in its pilot phase, is available from 12:15-3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 and Wednesday, April 30. If there is enough interest, the program will continue permanently!
Please plan to arrive at 12:15 and stay for as long or as little of the almost 3 hours as works for your little ones.
The event will be held in the preschool classroom. Attendees are asked to sign in at the office and be sure to wear your visitor's badge during your stay. Please plan to park off campus.
For more information or to register, please contact Julie Olsen at jolsen@lbusd.org or 949-
497-7700 ext. 5327.
When: 10:30 am – noon, recurs Every Thursday
Where: Laguna Beach Library
363 Glenneyre St Laguna Beach, CA 92651
The Academy has space for new cadets. Join some of the cutest babies in town and the adults of their choice at this Library story time. Little peas will enjoy songs, finger plays, board books and other cadets. Get to know others and help your child learn pre-reading skills. Free.
Sunshine Readers' Pajama Storytime
When: 7–8 pm, recurs Every Tuesday
Where: Laguna Beach Library
363 Glenneyre St Laguna Beach, CA 92651
The first Tuesday of every month is a storytime speciality. Come listen to the best books read by a highly enthusiastic group of young ladies, the Sunshine Readers, National Charity League Volunteers. Punch, cookies (with parental discretion) and stickers follow storytime. Free. Pajama storytimes with crafts are held each Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm.
The Fun Times We've Had Over the Last Month:
Tanaka Farms Strawberry Tour
What fun we had at Tanaka farms on Friday, April 11. Thank you to the 2011 playgroup for opening up the event to other playgroups.
Thank you to Olga Simon for all the great photos!
If you missed the tour this time, the 2012 playgroup is also hosting a Tanaka Farms day on May 6 at 10:30 a.m. RSVP on BigTent or contact Christine Russell at crcaligurl@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
Thank you to Olga Simon for all the great photos!
If you missed the tour this time, the 2012 playgroup is also hosting a Tanaka Farms day on May 6 at 10:30 a.m. RSVP on BigTent or contact Christine Russell at crcaligurl@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
Easter Egg Hunt
The kids were no match for the over 1400 eggs that appeared at this year's egg hunt. A big thank you to all those that helped stuff the eggs, wrangled the music, ordered the food, brought the food, brought the ice, brought the beer, set up the event, took down the event and the many other tasks that made this event a success. A bigger thanks to those that attended - it's not an egg hunt without YOU!
The kids were no match for the over 1400 eggs that appeared at this year's egg hunt. A big thank you to all those that helped stuff the eggs, wrangled the music, ordered the food, brought the food, brought the ice, brought the beer, set up the event, took down the event and the many other tasks that made this event a success. A bigger thanks to those that attended - it's not an egg hunt without YOU!
Bike Clinic
The Laguna Beach Parents Club held a bicycle riding clinic a Bluebird Park to help children independently ride a two-wheel bike. Officer Nikie Hernandez of the Laguna Beach Police Department talked about bicycle safety while Bill Freeman of Crankbrothers and parents John Cornell, Megan Hilliard and Paula Lopes assisted with helmet checks and helped kids ranging in age from three to seven years old take their first glides and pedals.
| Alyssa Sladeck helps Officer Nikie Hernandez demonstrate the proper way a bike helmet should fit during the recent Laguna Beach Parents' Club bicycle riding clinic at Bluebird Park. |
| Mitzi Ostrick gets a push from dad, Marc, while Grayson Grzeskowiak waits for help from Megan Hilliard at the recent Laguna Beach Parents' Club bicycle riding clinic at Bluebird Park. |
| Jake Brown takes his first glide on his bike, assisted by John Cornell, at the recent Laguna Beach Parents' Club bicycle riding clinic at Bluebird Park. |
Thank you to Michelle Cornell for the write up on this fun event! |
We need your help!
Our parents club is 100% run by volunteers. It takes a lot of people to pull off our events, manage the calendar, monitor the website and keep everyone happy! Please join us at our monthly meetings to help keep with wonderful community organization thriving.
We VERY MUCH need help with the following:
- Sponsorship Coordinator - This is a fun volunteer position that gives you the opportunity to meet local business owners who support our club. Duties include gathering and posting monthly "shout-outs" as well as gathering information from new sponsors, support for sponsorship sponsorship renewal.
- 2013 Playgroup Coordinator - If you have a 2013 kiddo and would like to coordinate please contact crcaligurl@gmail.com. This is a great way to meet other moms and give back to this wonderful network.
- Calendar Coordinator - We are looking to fill the position of calendar coordinator. This person will help keep the club members in "the know" about events going on in our community by posting their findings on our bigtent calendar. Huge thanks to the newly prego mama that has been carrying this torch!
Thank you to those folks who have recently stepped up to continue to make this club go 'round.
Don't Forget:
Meals for New Parents
We offer a free meal prepared by a local restaurant to any LBPC family bringing home a new baby. The family can choose from several menu options. The Club takes care of ordering the food, picking it up and delivering it to the families doorstep. Yum Yum!
Contact Claudia Morris at claudia.newth@gmail.com.
Birth AnnouncementsWelcome to the world Ana Elise Orvalho born March 5, 2014.
Ana is healthy and happy, and her parents are thrilled to have 3 girls!
Have a new baby and want to share your excitement with the club. Email jenniferleonti@gmail.com to have the announcement appear in our next newsletter.
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Thank you to the following sponsors who continue to support our club...
