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Teaching Kids Empathy / Black History Month / Cuesta Grade / Great American Melodrama! Pg 2
The Arts
Great American Melodrama
Presents
Bullshot Crummond
Shots in the dark! Late night
car chases! The Great American
Melodrama kicked off their 2015
season on January 22nd with the
hilarious Bullshot Crummond,
a parody of a low-budget 1930s
British detective movie, written
by Ron House, Diz White, John
Neville Andrews, Alan Shearman
and Derek Cunningham.
Cover Photo:
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The Arts
entertainment on the Central The Great American Melodramas
next
production,
Leading
Coast since 1975.
Ladies by Ken Ludwig, will start
The Melodrama welcomes new on March 12th and performances
actors! Sierra Wells is a graduate will run through April 26th. In
of the Pacific Conservatory this hilarious comedy, two downTheatre, and is thrilled to make on-their-luck
Shakespearean
her debut at the Melodrama. actors, Leo Clark and Jack Gable,
Favorite roles include Ophelia discover a newspaper article
in Hamlet, Little Red in Into The announcing an elderly woman
Woods and Liesl in The Sound of has been unable to find two
Music. Sam Hartley is Nebraska long lost relatives to include
born and comes to us via New them in her multi-million dollar
York City. Favorite roles include inheritance.
Cinderellas Prince/The Wolf in
Into the Woods, Enjolras in Les Leo and Jack resolve to pass
Miserables, Dr. Frankenstein themselves off as Max and
in Young Frankenstein, and Steve and get the cash. Many
Jacob Marley/Bob Cratchit in A surprises await the duo when
they find out the long lost
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Toby Troper is a 2013 graduate nieces! Comedy ensues with
of PCPA. Favorite roles include romantic entanglements and
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like Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, and WED APR 8 at 10:30 am: SLO Opera
Live for Little Guys
Gandhi, who they may then want
to learn about. When children
get to know history through the FRI APR 10 at 10:30 am: PCPA
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importance.
February 2015
The time is
ALWAYS
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Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
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Child Development
2. Model empathic behavior. A
parent might say, Your sister
seems upset. Lets ask her
what bothers her. Or Noel
is sad that her friend cancelled
their sleepover. How could we
help her feel better?
Teaching Empathy
by Lauren Zimet and Sharon Sokolik
with
another
person
or
group is the opposite of selfabsorption. Empathy implies a
departure from a state of selfcenteredness, and immersion
in the subjective experience of
others. By definition, empathy is
pro-social, because it emphasizes
the value of comprehending and
appreciating the thoughts and
feelings of other people.
February 2015
3.
Encourage your child to
see things from anothers
perspective.
Youre really
good at soccer, but Bradley
isnt. Do you think he wants to
do something else?
4. Remind your child that people
have different interests and
preferences. See if your child
can list the favorite colors of
family members and friends.
Or ask what people do for
fun: Who plays baseball? Who
builds with Legos? Who plays
cards? Who plays video games?
S. K. Adams and J. Baronberg,
authors of Promoting Positive
Behavior, suggest activities to
help a child discern body language.
1. While reading stories to
your child, stop occasionally
and ask him to identify the
characters feelings. Discuss
how the characters observable
behaviors reveal their feelings.
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Jacks Jokes
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by Molly Peoples
Years resolution into effect by
Now that 2015 is upon us, you a childs college education. Or contacting your human resources
may be thinking about making you might discover that you need or benefits department.
some New Years resolutions. to place additional resources in a
Perhaps youll decide to take up particular asset class to achieve Eliminate unhealthy investment
a musical instrument, or hit the proper diversification, which habits. As part of your general
gym more often, or even learn can help reduce the impact New Years resolutions, you
a new language. All these are of market volatility on your may have decided to cut back
worthy goals of course, but you portfolio. (Keep in mind, though, on carbs and sugar-laced soft
could also gain key benefits by that diversification by itself cant drinks, with the expectation
working to achieve some financial guarantee profits or protect that these moves could help
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consider:
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moves, such as chasing after
Years financial resolutions.
Fill gaps in your investment
hot stocks (which may already
portfolio. From time to time, Boost your 401(k) contributions. have cooled off by the time you
you (or possibly your financial If your salary has gone up with find them) or selling quality
advisor, if you work with one) the new year, consider boosting investments just because their
might identify gaps in your your contributions to your 401(k) price has temporarily dropped.
investment portfolio.
For or similar employer-sponsored Strive to focus more intently
example, you might find that you retirement plan. You may not on your long-term investment
are making insufficient progress be able to afford to contribute strategy, as opposed to reacting
on a key goal, such as saving for the maximum annual amount (in to short-term stimuli.
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effects on your estate plans. But
whether or not you encountered
any of these events in 2014, its
a good idea to look over your
estate planning documents (such
as a will, living trust, power of
attorney, and so forth) to make
sure they are still current with
your wishes. It is especially
important to update beneficiary
designations on your insurance
policies and retirement accounts
so they are aligned with the
wishes you have expressed in
your will. If you havent drawn
up your estate plans yet, make a
New Years resolution to do so in
2015, because its never too soon
to take steps necessary to protect
your loved ones in the future.
Unlike some New Years
resolutions, these financial ones
wont require a big shift in your
lifestyle. But if you can stick
to them, they can make a big
difference in your life.
Edward Jones, its employees and financial
advisors are not estate planners and cannot
provide tax or legal advice. You should consult
your estate planning attorney or qualified tax
advisor regarding your situation.
Molly Peoples is a financial advisor at Edward
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Local History
Cuesta Grade
by Guy Crabb
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Education
CS Perryess
writes
about words
Though not all etymologists
agree, its very likelysmarati is
the unlikely root fortirade. It
seemstirade, which appeared in
English in the early 1800s, from
French, initially meanta volley
of words,which comes from the
Old French,martirer, to endure
martyrdom. Isnt it delicious
that putting up with a verbal
tirade is etymologically equated
with being burned at the stake?
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FARMERS MARKET:
11:30-2:30pm Nipomo: Monarch Club
MONDAY
TUESDAY
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GROUNDHOG
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FULL MOON
national
FREEDOM DAY
autism day
Kite flying DAY
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FARMERS MARKET:
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founded (in 1894)
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umbrella DAY
CHARLES LINDBERGHs
birthday(Born in 1902)
ROSA PARKs
birthday(Born in 1913)
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FARMERS MARKETS:
make a friend
DAY
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presidents day
(honoring Lincoln & Washington)
george washingtons
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random acts of
kindness DAY
mardi gras
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BINGO VETS HALL MB - 1st FRI 5:00pm FARMERS MARKETS:
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babe
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birthday
(Born in 1895)
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FARMERS MARKETS:
Valentines day
get a
different
name day
19
FARMERS MARKETS:
mr rogers
neighborhood
debut (In 1968)
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FARMERS MARKETS:
international
dog biscuit
appreciation day
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FARMERS MARKETS:
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FARMERS MARKETS:
john glen
orbited earth
(In 1962)
pluto discovered
(By Clyde Tombaugh in 1930
NEW MOON
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FARMERS MARKET:
hank aarons
birthday (Born in 1934)
abraham lincolns
birthday (Born in 1809)
white t-shirt
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Susan B. anthonys
birthday (Born in 1820)
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SATURDAY
national
inventors DAY
toothache DAY
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FRIDAY
Langston Hughes
Birthday (Born in 1902)
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THURSDAY
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international stand
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quiet DAY
be humble day
public sleeping
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national tortilla
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tennis day
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Family Events
TJAN 22-MAR 8 (days & times
vary): BULLSHOT CRUMMOND at
The Great American Melodrama,
1863 Front St, Oceano. Shots in
the dark! Late night car chases!
This parody of a low-budget 1930s
detective movie begins when
German supervillain Otto Von
Brunno and his evil mistress Lenya
crash their plane in the English
countryside.
Their
mission?
To kidnap the absent-minded
Professor Fenton, who has
discovered a formula for making
synthetic diamonds. The dashing
Bullshot Crummond, a WWI ace
fighter pilot, Olympic athlete,
racing driver, part-time sleuth and
all-round spiffy chap, is called to
the rescue. All clues point to an
evening of sight gags, slapstick,
and some serious silliness! Cost:
$18-22, discounts for groups,
seniors, students, military, and
children. The in-house snack bar
serves great food and drinks.
Contact:
americanmelodrama.
com or 489-2499.
TUE JAN 27-SUN FEB 1 10:00 am5:00 pm: ART ACTIVITY: WINTER
BIRCH TREES at San Luis Obispo
Childrens Museum, 1010 Nipomo
St, SLO. Join us for a wonderful
watercolor project, Winter Birch
Trees, using painters tape, blue
paint and kosher salt. Contact:
545-5874 or http://slocm.org.
THU JAN 29-SAT JAN 31 at 8:00
pm: ORCHESIS DANCE CONCERT
at Spanos Theatre, 1 Grand Ave,
San Luis Obispo. Release, Cal
Polys Orchesis Dance Companys
45th anniversary concert, offers
a diverse range of choreography
and performance. Cost: $20.
Contact: 756-6436 or http://
orchesis.calpoly.edu.
FRI JAN 30-FRI MAR 6 2:30-4:30
pm: VIDEO GAME CREATION Create and Learn at Colony Park
Community Center, 5599 Traffic
Way, Atascadero. If you have a
passion for video games or want
a simple introduction to game
programming, this class is the
perfect match for you. Learn
to create a multi-level arcade
or platform style video game,
like Super Mario. Cost: $67.50.
Contact: 470-3360
FRI
JAN
30
7:30
pm:
SCHOOLHOUSE MUSIC chamber
concert at St. Marks-in-the-Valley
Episcopal Church, 2901 Nojoqui
Ave, Los Olivos. Enjoy this
musical program pianist Zeynep
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SAT FEB 14 at 10:30 am: SLO
BALLET THEATRE PERFORMANCE
in the Community Room, San Luis
Obispo Library, 995 Palm St, SLO.
Cost: free. Contact: 781-5775 or
slolibrary.org.
SAT FEB 14 at 12:00 pm: GEOCACHE FAMILY GROUP at
Grandmas Frozen Yogurt &
Waffle Shop, 307 Morro Bay Blvd,
Morro Bay. All ages meet up at
noon every SAT before exploring
hidden treasures in Morro Bay.
Complimentary frozen yogurt for
all new group members! Cost:
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free. Contact: 704-9866.
SAT FEB 14 3:00-6:00 pm: LIVE
MUSIC BY LENNY BLUE &
FRIENDS at Grandmas Frozen
Yogurt & Waffle Shop, 307 Morro
Bay Blvd, Morro Bay. Relax in the
courtyard and watch the Farmers
Market come alive. Cost: free.
Contact: 704-9866.
Recurring Events
& Resources
JAN-MAR Every TUE & THU 6:007:30 pm: AIKIDO CLASSES at San
Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500
Lizzie St, Bldg J4, SLO. Learn the
peaceful martial art of Aikido.
This class is for adults of all ages.
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Local Resources
Feeling hopeless, desperate, or alone?
Concerned for someone you care about?
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24 hours of every day
A program of Transitions Mental Health Association
www.pacificchristian.net.
Every TUE 3:00-6:00 pm & FRI
3:00-5:30 pm: Teen Wellness
Program at Arroyo Grande EOC
Health Services Clinic, 1152 E Grand
Ave. Health services, including
reproductive health, in a safe
environment with staff trained
to screen, assess, and to provide
intervention. Appointments are
preferred. Contact: 489-4026.
1st WED every month at 9:00 am:
Community Action Partnership
Senior Health Screening at First
United Methodist Church, 275
N Halcyon Rd, Arroyo Grande.
Free and low-cost services are
offered for people 50 and older:
blood pressure, pulse, weight,
total
cholesterol,
screening
for anemia, diabetes, and fecal
blood, nutritional counseling, and
medical referrals. Contact: 4812692 or 788-0827.
1st WED every month at 12:00
pm: Disabled American Veterans
luncheon at Veterans Memorial
Bldg, 313 W. Tunnell St, Santa
Maria. Contact: 345-0402.
Every WED 5:30-7:00 pm:
Widowed Support Group at New
Life Church, 990 James Way, Rm
14, Pismo Beach. Arrive 10 min
early for 1st meeting. Offered by
Hospice of SLO Co. Contact: 5442266 or hospiceslo.org.
Every TUE at 7:00 pm: Al-Anon
Family Support Group at Luis
OASIS Senior Center, 420 Soares
Ave, Orcutt. Contact: 937-9750.
3rd WED every month at 7:00 pm:
How to Survive Divorce seminar
at the San Luis Obispo Womens
Community Center, 1124 Nipomo
St, #D in SLO. Practical tips,
pointers, and suggestions for
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