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Recent Posts : Raising Bakersfield http://www.raisingbakersfield.com Recent Posts on http://www.raisingbakersfield.com en-us Pajama Storytime http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82853 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/343109/0/0/" width="84" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Thursdays, 7 pm, Beale Memorial Library.<br />  </p> Pajama Storytime http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82852 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/343108/0/0/" width="84" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Thursdays, 7 pm, Beale Memorial Library.<br />  </p> Children's Holiday Activity http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82850 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/343103/0/0/" width="75" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Tuesday, 4 - 5 pm, Beal Memorial Library.</p> Pajama Storytime http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82848 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/343100/0/0/" width="84" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Thursdays, 7 pm, Beale Memorial Library.</p> Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82846 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/343095/0/0/" width="67" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Saturday, 3 - 5 pm, Beale Memorial Library.</p> 35.3731570 -119.0044880 Magic Show with Magician Chris Lopez http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82845 <p>Monday, 5:30 pm, Rathbun Library.</p> 35.4270806 -119.0240146 Holiday shopping ad!! http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82130 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339728/0/0/" width="95" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Hello all!</p> <p>Just wanted to show you a sneek peek of the new ad that will be featured in the Holiday gift guide!  Be on the look out and hope to see you all at Ellie Jayes!!!</p> <p> </p> COME SEE SANTA AT ELLIE JAYES BABY BOUTIQUE!!! http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82129 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339715/0/0/" width="71" height="100" border="0"/> <p> </p> <p><em><strong><span style="color: #ff0000">Holiday shopping night on FIRST FRIDAY DECEMBER 5TH from 5pm to 8pm!!!</span></strong></em></p> <p><em><strong><span style="color: #ff0000">Santa Clause will be at Ellie Jayes!!!!  There will be horse drawn carrage rides on 19th, and also FFREEtrolley rides!!  Bring the family for a fun filled event!!!</span></strong></em></p> <p> </p> <p><em><strong><span style="color: #ff0000">Hope to see you all there!!</span></strong></em></p> <p><em><strong><span style="color: #ff0000">Ellie Jayes Baby Boutique!</span></strong></em></p> Holiday Party at Borders http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82121 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339678/0/0/" width="100" height="67" border="0"/> <p>6 pm, Borders.</p> <p>Join us for an evening of in-store holiday festivities and bring the whole family. While you shop for the perfect gifts, kids will enjoy caroling, games, fun activities and storytimes. Join in the memory game, scavenger hunt and more. Color the holiday elves, make gift labels, solve the holiday word puzzle, then cozy up for a holiday story with Chaucer the bear. Enjoy tasty treats from Seattle's Best Coffee® too.</p> 35.3554380 -119.0571660 Free Admission at Buena Vista Museum of NH http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82119 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339675/0/0/" width="100" height="27" border="0"/> <p>10 am - 4 pm, Buena Vista Museum of Natural History</p> 35.3775886 -119.0187553 Just for Kids: Give Me Some Sugar! http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82118 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339673/0/0/" width="100" height="67" border="0"/> <p>10:30 - noon, Buena Vista Museum of Natural History</p> <p>“Give me some Sugar!” Join Sally Warren, Kellie Lewis and Koral, as they demonstrate the science of candy making. You will learn how to make a few Holiday favorites, just in time for the holidays. Space is limited and reservations are required.</p> <p>For ages 8 and up</p> 35.3775886 -119.0187553 Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82115 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339658/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82110 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339654/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82108 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339652/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82107 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339650/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82106 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339649/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82105 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339648/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82104 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339647/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82103 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339646/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Mommy & Me Yoga http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82101 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339645/0/0/" width="100" height="57" border="0"/> <p>Mondays, 4pm - 5pm, Mommy & Me with Staci.</p> <p>Yoga Space, 1201 24th Street Suite B100.</p> <p>Mommy & Me - An opportunity to bond with your baby and meet other new moms. Also techniques to lessen stress and release tension in the upper back will be taught. Moms should be 2 months postpartum.</p> <p>For more informations: 323-YOGA (9642) or www.bakersfieldyogaspace.com</p> <p>$8 per class</p> <p> </p> Bakersfield Symphony Nutcracker http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82093 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339631/0/0/" width="86" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Rabobank Arena.</p> <p>December 12, 7:30 pm</p> <p>December 13, 1 pm & 7:30 pm</p> <p>December 14, 1 pm</p> <p>The Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra and Civic Dance Center will celebrate their 31st season of performing Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker together. The beautiful music of Tchaikovsky and magical dancing combine to bring the story of the Nutcracker to life!</p> <p><a href="http://www.bakersfieldsymphony.org/special_events.php" target="_blank" calhapid="867211"><span style="color: #000000"><font size="2">http://www.bakersfieldsymphony.org/special_events.php</font></span></a></p> Harlem Globetrotters 2009 World Tour http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82091 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339630/0/0/" width="100" height="56" border="0"/> <p>Rabobank Arena</p> <p>Thu, Feb 12, 2009 07:00 PM</p> Thomas & Friends: A Circus Comes To Town http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82090 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339628/0/0/" width="100" height="46" border="0"/> <p>Rabobank Arena,</p> <p>February 10, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.<br /> February 11, 2009 - 11:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.<br />  </p> Playhouse Disney Live! On Tour http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82088 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339626/0/0/" width="100" height="56" border="0"/> <p>Rabobank Arena,  6:30 PM.</p> Sweeney Todd http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82086 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339624/0/0/" width="100" height="56" border="0"/> <p>Rabobank Arena, Tue, Dec 2, 2008 07:30 PM</p> <p>Described as a musical thriller. When the infamous demon barber takes up with his crafty neighbor, Mrs. Lovett, the two embark on a plot to slice their way through London's upper crust.</p> Holiday Lights at CALM http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82085 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/339623/0/0/" width="100" height="40" border="0"/> <p>Back for its 6th year in operation, HolidayLights at CALM continues to thrive as one of the most popular holiday events in Bakersfield. CALM's outdoor exhibits will be transformed with more than two million lights, creating a whole new experience even for regular visitors to CALM.</p> <p>New for 2008 are battling pirate ships in a tranquil pond. In addition, HolidayLights offers free rides on the Candy Cane Express train and a carousel as well as free parking.</p> <p>Proceeds benefit the CALM Foundation which provides funding for new animal exhibits at CALM. HolidayLights is open from Nov. 29-Dec. 30, except for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.</p> <p>Tickets will be available beginning Nov 22 at www.vallitix.com and also at the door of the event.</p> <p>There are food vendors on site. Ticket includes parking, train ride and Ferris<br /> Wheel. Events hours are from 5:30pm to 9:00pm.</p> 35.4458361 -118.9168312 Kids Christmas with Jesus Shack http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/82083 <p>Help make Christmas brighter for a child in need this year!</p> <p>Jesus Shack and Barber Honda want to bless some Bakersfield families this holiday season.  Together they are collecting new, unwrapped toys for boys & girls ages 1-12.</p> <p>You may drop off your donation at Barber Honda, Jesus Shack, or any Carl's Jr. by Wednesday, December 10.</p> <p>Distribution of toys will take place Saturday, December 13 at Barber Honda.</p> <p>For more information, or if you are able to volunteer your time, please call 661-324-0638 or visit <a href="http://www.jesusshack.com">www.jesusshack.com</a>.</p> Christmas Bizarre Open House!! http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/81969 <p>Christmas Bizarre Open House!!</p> <p>All your last minute Christmas shopping in one spot!!</p> <p>Mary Kay, Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef, Purses, Tupperware, Partylite, Cookie Lee Jewelry, Arbonne, and Hairbows.</p> <p>Sunday, December 7th.</p> <p>Come shopping anytime between 1pm and 4pm.</p> <p>Bring some friends, but please no children!!</p> <p>Contact me with any questions!!</p> 35.3094112 -119.1215428 Kids Scrapbooking Camp http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/81940 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/335153/0/0/" width="100" height="94" border="0"/> <p>For ages 8 to 13, every third Sunday of the month from 1PM to 4PM</p> <p>All your kids need to bring are Pictures!<br /> Cathy will help them make their own mini book, cards, or projects! We will the supply paper and glue sticks. Kids may bring their own supplies.</p> <p><br /> Sign up early since seating is limited.<br />  </p> 35.3383282 -119.0602702 Storytime and Playdays (CCCC) http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/81936 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/335078/0/0/" width="100" height="82" border="0"/> <p>Community Connection for Child Care offers FREE Storytime and Playdays to Licensed and License Exempt Child Care Providers and the children they care for. A variety of children’s activities will be set up for EVERYONE to enjoy. These are low cost or no cost activities designed to help children learn motor, social, and language skills.<br /> Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. <br /> Location: Community Connection for Child Care 2000 24th Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 <br /> Audience: Licensed and License Exempt Child Care Providers and the children they care for. <br /> Cost: Free <br /> Contact: Call 861-5330 to register.</p> Storytime and Playdays (CCCC) http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/81935 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/335077/0/0/" width="100" height="82" border="0"/> <p>Community Connection for Child Care offers FREE Storytime and Playdays to Licensed and License Exempt Child Care Providers and the children they care for. A variety of children’s activities will be set up for EVERYONE to enjoy. These are low cost or no cost activities designed to help children learn motor, social, and language skills.<br /> Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. <br /> Location: Community Connection for Child Care 2000 24th Street Bakersfield, CA 93301 <br /> Audience: Licensed and License Exempt Child Care Providers and the children they care for. <br /> Cost: Free <br /> Contact: Call 861-5330 to register. <br />  </p> Hands-On Creative Art (CCCC) http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/81934 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/335076/0/0/" width="100" height="82" border="0"/> <p>Time: 9:00 am-11:30 am<br /> Location:Community Connection for Child Care 2000 24th Street in Bakersfield, Board Room <br /> Audience: All <br /> Contact: REGISTRATION REQUIRED To register, call (661) 861-5330 <br /> Certificates of completion will be provided</p> Safe Kids Workshops (CCCC) http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/81933 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/335075/0/0/" width="100" height="82" border="0"/> <p>Community Connection for Child Care has received a grant to offer a Home Safety Kit* to Licensed Family Child Care Providers. This kit will be given out when child care providers attend a Safe Kids Workshop sponsored by CCCC. Kits will include things like carbon monoxide detectors, plug covers, cabinet latches, lead testers, doorknob covers and more.<br /> Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm<br /> Location: Community Connection for Child Care 2000 24th Street in Bakersfield, Board Room <br /> Audience: All <br /> Contact: REGISTRATION REQUIRED To register, call (661) 861-5330 <br /> Certificates of completion will be provided. Home Safety Kits provided through a grant from the Children and Families Commission of Kern County, Funded by Proposition 10.</p> The Knack Saturdays: Santa's Workshop http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/81494 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/335072/0/0/" width="100" height="36" border="0"/> <p>10am - 12pm, Michaels. Santa's Workshop:  Kids can make three great gifts for friends and loved ones — and wrap them too!</p> <p>During The KnackSM Saturdays events, kids ages 5–12 will create their own fun craft for only $5 per child, including supplies. The Knack Saturdays offer 30-minute sessions at 10, 10:30, 11 and 11:30am.</p> <p> </p> Music Classes For Toddlers & Preschoolers http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/81378 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/333053/0/0/" width="100" height="67" border="0"/> <p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;">Introduce your little one to the world of music!  Harmony Road Music School offers a unique group piano program for toddlers and preschoolers age 16m- 4 years.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;">Activities include singing, moving to music, playing with rhythm instruments, rocking/cuddling songs, activities w/balls, scarves, and hoops, and keyboard introduction.  Each child sits at his own piano in the class.  A parent/caregiver participates in each lesson.</span></span><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;"><br /> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small;"> <span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;">For more info check out our website at www.harmonyroadbakersfield.com or call us at 665-8228.</span></span></p> Neil Diamond http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/80659 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/328215/0/0/" width="81" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Rabobank Arena Theater and Convention Center, Bakersfield, CA <br /> Tue, Jan 6, 2009 08:00 PM</p> The Magical Forest http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/80653 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/328206/0/0/" width="100" height="50" border="0"/> <p>Enjoy a holiday adventure! With the holiday season approaching, the top of Stockdale Towers parking structure will be transformed for the month of December into a winter wonderland of lights and displays. Magical Forest, BARC's signature event, will delight every age! Enjoy Santa's Secret Shoppe, forest of sights and sounds, tantalizing food, Santa at the North Pole, Grinchmobile and train rides, live entertainment, and over 30 crafters.</p> <p>Make it a Family Tradition</p> <p>December 5th - 28th, 2008<br /> 6 P.M. - 9 P.M.</p> <p>Stockdale Towers Parking Structure <br /> 5060 California Avenue</p> <p>Call 71-MAGIC for more Information</p> All I Want for Christmas http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/79660 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/324778/0/0/" width="100" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Thirty vendors and crafters are needed for the All I want for Christmas event. The Bazaar will be held Nov. 15 from 9 to 6p.m. and Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.              To reserve a space or receive additional information, call Marsha Bidwell at </p> <p>661-679-7830 in the evenings or e-mail <a href="mailto:babyfest2008@yahoo.com">babyfest2008@yahoo.com</a>.  Or go to the web page at</p> <p><a href="http://www.baby-fest.com/">www.baby-fest.com</a>. Items such as wreaths, candles, jewelry and egg ornaments will be sold. Proceeds are used to educate new teen parents.</p> American Kids Sports SW: Home School Class!!! http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/79523 <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">American Kids Sports Center SW</font></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">Now Offers A Class For Home School Students!</font></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">This class is great for all Home School students who want something fun and active to do.  This class is American Kids version of a P.E. Class.  Kids will learn gymnastics skills along with doing a variety of fun physical activities.  So don't let your child end up in front of the T.V. this school year. Bring them to American Kids Sports Center SW! </font></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #ff0000"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">For just $100 you recieve 1 Term of classes (7-9 Weeks) </font></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">Sign-Up TODAY!</font></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">Located: 4401 Ride St. (behind 24hr Fitness on White Ln. & Gosford)</font></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">Phone: 833-3986</font></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">Website: </font><a href="http://www.americankidssports.com/"><strong><font size="4">www.AmericanKidsSports.com</font></strong></a></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: large"><font size="4">Email: </font><a href="mailto:Info@AmericanKidsSports.com"><strong><font size="4">Info@AmericanKidsSports.com</font></strong></a></span></p> 35.315448 -119.090219 Kid's Night Out while you shop! http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/78822 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/321065/0/0/" width="94" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Take advantage of the last minute Christmas shopping while <em>we watch the kids</em>.</p> <p>At Riverview Community Center (401 Willow Dr)</p> <p>Friday, Dec 19th, 5pm-10pm.</p> <p>For kids 4-12 years old.</p> <p>$29/child, $49 for 2 kids in the same family.</p> <p>Kids will be instructed on the use of our gymnastics equipment, play games, and end the evening with a movie! Pizza and Drinks will be provided.</p> <p>Call 392-2020 for more info. www.norfun.org<br />  </p> TheatriXX: Acting Workshop for Teens and Adults http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/78820 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/321058/0/0/" width="100" height="77" border="0"/> <p>Join the fun through self-discovery and build increased self expression in this actors workshop for beginners.</p> <p>You will learn the basic techniques and skills of acting through improvisation and theatre games designed to expand your imagination, focus your concentration and build a believable character through secene study, stage movement and body language.  All workshop members will work on scenes from well kown plays or movies, working with scene partners.  This initial 8 week workshop will be ongoing for those with a serious interest in acting as either a hobby or career.  Successfull workshop members will then present their scenes for an invited audience. </p> <p>Saturdays, January 3 to February 21 (8 weeks)</p> <p>Adult workshop (18 & up): 2:30 - 4:00 pm</p> <p>Teen workshop (13 - 17): 4:30 - 6:00 pm</p> <p>Fee: $95/$85 district residents</p> Santa's Breakfast http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/78809 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/321024/0/0/" width="100" height="68" border="0"/> <p>8 - 11 am, Greenacres Community Center.</p> <p>Have pancakes with the big guy!  Bring the whole family for breakfast with Santa and have your picture taken with the jolly ol' elf. </p> <p>Be sure to get your tickets early!  This popular holiday event has sold out for the past 11 years.  Tickets sold in advance at Greenacres Community Center beginning Nov. 17, 2008. </p> NOR Christmas Parade 2008 http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/78807 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/321023/0/0/" width="79" height="100" border="0"/> <p>10 am, North Chester Avenue.</p> <p>This year's theme is Christmas Past: Remembering 100 Years.  Please join us for this holiday tradition.  We encourage floats, bicycles, roller skates and precision marching groups.  All entries must be propelled by people power.</p> Lowe's Build & Grow Clinics: Gingerbread House http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/78793 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/335063/0/0/" width="100" height="100" border="0"/> <p>Lowe's Stores, 10-11 AM.  </p> <p><br /> Your child will love building. At lowe's your little one can build and grow. Visit the website: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/">www.lowesbuildandgrow.com</a> to view current project and find store locations.</p> Music Classes For Toddlers & Preschoolers http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/77988 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/313105/0/0/" width="100" height="80" border="0"/> <p><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;">Introduce your little one to the world of music!  Harmony Road Music School offers a unique group piano program for young children age 16m - 4 years and their parent/caregiver.<br /> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;">Activities include singing, movement, playing with rhythm instruments, rocking/cuddling songs, activities w/balls, scarves, and hoops, and keyboard introduction.  A parent participates in each class.  </span></p> <p><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS;">For more info check out our website at www.harmonyroadbakersfield.com or call us at 665-8228.</span></p> American Kids Presents Parent Night Out Halloween Style! http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/77965 <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN"> <span style="font-size: larger"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">American Kids Sports is hosting a Parent Night Out!</span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span></span> <p><span style="font-size: small"><strong>LOCATION: American Kids SW 4401 Ride St. (behind 24hr Fitness on White Ln. & Gosford)</strong></span>                                                     <span style="font-size: small"><strong>PHONE: AKSC SW 833-3986 & AKSC NW 589-2100         </strong><strong>   E-mail: </strong></span><a href="mailto:INFO@AmericanKidsSports.com"><span style="font-size: small"><strong>INFO@AmericanKidsSports.com</strong></span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: small"><strong><a href="http://www.americankidssports.com/">WWW.AmericanKidsSports.com</a></strong></span></p> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="color: #ff6600"><span style="font-style: italic; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">Fri October 31st (Halloween) & Sat November 1st</span></span></span><span style="font-style: italic; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="color: #ff6600"><span style="font-style: italic; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">Time: 6:00-11:00</span></span></span><span style="font-style: italic; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="color: #ff6600"><span style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN; text-underline: single">Price: 1st child $20 -<span style="mso-spacerun: yes">  </span>$13 for additional kids</span></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN; text-underline: single"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">This is a great opportunity for Parents to provide their Children with a Halloween like no other! Parents can go and enjoy a night out without the kids or any worries.  American Kids Sports SW is the place for a fun and safe environment this Halloween!</span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span> <span style="font-size: larger"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">Kids </span></span><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">will enjoy:</span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="color: #ff6600"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">-Costume Contest</span></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="color: #ff6600"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">-Haunted Maze</span></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="color: #ff6600"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">-Spooky and Fun Game Booths with Prizes</span></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="color: #ff6600"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">-Halloween Games</span></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center; mso-pagination: none"><span style="font-size: larger"><span style="color: #ff6600"><span style="font-weight: bold; language: EN; mso-ansi-language: EN">-Halloween Movie & Snacks</span><span style="language: EN"> </span></span></span></p> 35.315448 -119.090219 Cheerleading in Southwest http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/77280 <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">American Kids Sports Center is proud to Announce Beginning to Intermediate Performance Cheer in the SW Location!</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #ff0000"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">Sign-up Today!</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*LOW COST</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*Tuition Only- NO EXTRA Fees</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*Perfect for all beginners</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">Starts now and ends May 4th</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">-Located at American Kids SW 4401 Ride St</span></span></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: small"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-family: Verdana">(Behind 24 hr Fitness on White Ln & Gosford)</span></strong></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: small"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-family: Verdana"><a href="http://www.americankidssports.com/">www.AmericanKidsSports.com</a>                  833-3986</span></strong></span></span></p> 35.315448 -119.090219 Cheerleading in Southwest http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/77279 <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">American Kids Sports Center is proud to Announce Beginning to Intermediate Performance Cheer in the SW Location!</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #ff0000"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">Sign-up Today!</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*LOW COST</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*Tuition Only- NO EXTRA Fees</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*Perfect for all beginners</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">Starts now and ends May 4th</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">-Located at American Kids SW 4401 Ride St</span></span></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: small"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-family: Verdana">(Behind 24 hr Fitness on White Ln & Gosford)</span></strong></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: small"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-family: Verdana"><a href="http://www.americankidssports.com/">www.AmericanKidsSports.com</a>                  833-3986</span></strong></span></span></p> 35.315448 -119.090219 Cheerleading in Southwest http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/77278 <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">American Kids Sports Center is proud to Announce Beginning to Intermediate Performance Cheer in the SW Location!</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #ff0000"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">Sign-up Today!</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*LOW COST</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*Tuition Only- NO EXTRA Fees</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">*Perfect for all beginners</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">Starts now and ends May 4th</span></span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="font-family: Verdana">-Located at American Kids SW 4401 Ride St</span></span></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: small"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-family: Verdana">(Behind 24 hr Fitness on White Ln & Gosford)</span></strong></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: small"><span style="color: #0000ff"><strong><span style="font-family: Verdana"><a href="http://www.americankidssports.com/">www.AmericanKidsSports.com</a>                  833-3986</span></strong></span></span></p> 35.315448 -119.090219 When Seasons Change... http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/home/ViewPost/77228 <img src="http://www.raisingbakersfield.com/file/picture/310653/0/0/" width="100" height="67" border="0"/> <p><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial"><font size="3">What mom among us is not contemplating when to weed through closets and drawers eliminating the warm weather shorts and tank tops only to replace them with jeans, long sleeve shirts, coats and hoodies from the attic storage tubs.  Typically, by October cool weather is here to stay and I debate and procrastinate on which day to spend among the piles of children's clothing, weeding through what to keep for next year and what to eliminate. My usually dilemma involves one of piles. I can never decide how many piles to make. My thought is there are too many choices: donate to goodwill, pass on to family/friends, too small, too big, save for siblings, E-Bay, and even the trash.<o:p></o:p></font></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial"><font size="3">I have been accused of having an over abundance of clothing for each of my 3 children. My excuse is they grow out of it so fast. I can't keep up with the rate or growth over time. The real reason for the overflowing closets in our house is my favorite shopping challenge, finding a steal. Hunting for a deal has become an addiction of mine I do admit. I often try to scour the sale racks at the end of one season in hopes of scooping up a deal for the next. Currently, in my kids closets there are things for this fall bought at the beginning of summer on super sale. Occasionally, this does backfire. I do mistakenly predict an incorrect size for my growing tikes and loose out on a bargain purchased, and even worse I have forgotten about my steals tucked away in the closet and missed my window of opportunity for wear-ability.<o:p></o:p></font></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial"><font size="3">For several years now my best option for out of commission attire has been selling it on-line. I have mastered the E-Bay way of doing things and have been satisfied with my gains; empty closets and some change in my pocket. This year I am excited to pursue a new opportunity, Little Feet Repeats is a local consignment sale. Since it is here it town not, only do I get to avoid visiting the post office every other day to ship out this shirt and that pair of shoes (especially during the holiday season), but there are no pictures to hassle with either. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial"><font size="3">I am often inspired by stay-at-home mom's turned entrepreneurs. Recently, I had the opportunity to meet one such mom here locally. Karla McCoy, the brains and the braun behind, Little Feet Repeats. She has seen her vision grow year to year and her enthusiasm for this event is contagious. This consignment opportunity trumps on-line hassles in a blink.  This year I have begun to tackle the closets and have acquired a substantial collection of attire that no longer meets the needs of my children. The process is quite simple. Register on-line, enter inventory, tag and price items, drop them off at the sale location, and wait for a check to come in the mail. There are several perks and incentives built into the system, opportunities to earn a greater percentage, charity causes, and volunteer positions. There is even a first time mom’s presale event!  I am also thrilled at the opportunity to sharpen my bargain hunting skills. I can not wait to see what deals I can find as a shopper at this event. There is no better place to find exactly what you are looking for. Now is the time to tackle the out of season, out of style, out of fit, clothing abundance in our possession. Don’t procrastinate a minute longer, join me and other moms in our pledge to “clean out the closets” in time for the upcoming event.   The next sale is set for October 24<sup>th</sup> -26<sup>th</sup> at Golden State Mall (old Montgomery Wards Bldg) 3201 F Street. For more information on this event visit </font><a href="http://www.littlefeetrepeats.com/"><font color="#800080" size="3">www.littlefeetrepeats.com</font></a><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p> </p>