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	<title>KidLeaf &#187; Santa Monica</title>
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		<title>Mommy and Me class: Babygroup/Donna Holloran in Santa Monica</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2010/01/mommy-and-me-claases-babygroupdonna-holloran-in-santa-monica/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 04:36:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jmoon</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BABY-SPROUT]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[BEAN]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Babygroup, which is run by Donna Holloran is THE mommy and me class on the Westside. I got her info from my boss at work, but I kind of found out too late about it so I couldn&#8217;t attend. I currently go to a different mommy and me class at a preschool and I found [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Babygroup, which is run by Donna Holloran is THE mommy and me class on the Westside. I got her info from my boss at work, but I kind of found out too late about it so I couldn&#8217;t attend. I currently go to a different mommy and me class at a preschool and I found out most of my little bean&#8217;s classmates are Babygroup graduates(?) and most of them still attend. They love this class so much, I actually feel a little left out!</p>
<p>I heard from numerous people that her classes not only are full of useful information but fosters longtime friendship among attendees.</p>
<p>If anyone is trying to become pregnant or recently found out that you are pregnant I would recommend checking<a href="http://www.babygroup.me" target="_blank"> babygroup website</a> out.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.kidleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/72003794.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1473" title="72003794" src="http://www.kidleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/72003794-300x204.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="204" /></a></p>
<p>Babygroup meets in Santa Monica at First Presbyterian 						  Church.</p>
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		<title>SantaMoniCard for mom&#8217;s who have too much to carry</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2009/12/santamonicard-for-moms-who-have-too-much-to-carry/</link>
		<comments>http://www.kidleaf.com/2009/12/santamonicard-for-moms-who-have-too-much-to-carry/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:44:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jmoon</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Daily Leaf]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[parking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Santa Monica]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[CHANGE IS GOOD&#8230;
BUT THE CARD IS BETTER! 
If you’ve always wanted to park at  						parking meters without worrying about the amount of change in your pocket, we have the card for you. The SantaMoniCard can be used at all city parking meters (except multi-bay meters), and is reloadable so you can use it over [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p align="center"><span style="font-family: Arial Narrow; font-size: medium;">CHANGE IS GOOD&#8230;<br />
BUT THE CARD IS BETTER! </span></p>
<p><span>I</span><span>f you’ve always wanted to park at  						<img style="float: right;" src="http://www01.smgov.net/seascape/07_08winter/SeaImages/03-metered_Parking.gif" alt="Metered Parking" width="100" height="136" />parking meters without worrying about the amount of change in your pocket, we have the card for you. The SantaMoniCard can be used at all city parking meters (except multi-bay meters), and is reloadable so you can use it over and over again.</span></p>
<ul>
<li>The SantaMoniCard is now available at the following locations:</li>
<li>City Hall, Treasury/Revenue, 1685 Main St., Room 103</li>
<li>Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Blvd.</li>
<li>Transportation Management Division Parking Office, 429 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 350</li>
</ul>
<p align="center">For more information, please call the<br />
parking office at (310) 458-8295.Santa</p>
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		<title>Annenberg community beach house</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2009/05/annenberg-community-beach-house/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 05:01:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>WaldorfWallace</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Out with Kids]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Activities]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Beach]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Santa Monica]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The Annenberg community beach house looks absolutely fabulous in the deepest sense of the word. 
Swim in the pool. Play a game of volleyball or beach tennis. Drop by for a cultural event. Discover the rich history of the site. Celebrate a special occasion against the backdrop of our sweeping ocean views. Take in unparalleled [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <a href="http://beachhouse.smgov.net/">Annenberg community beach house</a> looks absolutely fabulous in the deepest sense of the word. </p>
<p>Swim in the pool. Play a game of volleyball or beach tennis. Drop by for a cultural event. Discover the rich history of the site. Celebrate a special occasion against the backdrop of our sweeping ocean views. Take in unparalleled Southern California sunsets.<br />
<a href="http://www.kidleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/annenberg-beach-house.jpg"><img src="http://www.kidleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/annenberg-beach-house-300x123.jpg" alt="annenberg-beach-house" title="annenberg-beach-house" width="300" height="123" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1232" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.kidleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/visit-us-annenberg-community-beach-house.jpg"><img src="http://www.kidleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/visit-us-annenberg-community-beach-house-263x300.jpg" alt="visit-us-annenberg-community-beach-house" title="visit-us-annenberg-community-beach-house" width="263" height="300" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1233" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.kidleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/plan-your-day-annenberg-community-beach-house.jpg"><img src="http://www.kidleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/plan-your-day-annenberg-community-beach-house-300x236.jpg" alt="plan-your-day-annenberg-community-beach-house" title="plan-your-day-annenberg-community-beach-house" width="300" height="236" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1234" /></a></p>
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		<title>Santa Monica Playhouse</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2008/11/santa-monica-playhouse/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 17:50:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jmoon</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Daily Leaf]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Santa Monica Playhouse puts on plays and has an educational program for kids where kids can write their own plays, act in plays and have loads of fun doing it. If your child is looking to express themselves or has a knack for acting you should take a look at what they have to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <a href="http://santamonicaplayhouse.com/" target="_blank">Santa Monica Playhouse</a> puts on plays and has an educational program for kids where kids can write their own plays, act in plays and have loads of fun doing it. If your child is looking to express themselves or has a knack for acting you should take a look at what they have to offer. I&#8217;ve included some information about their 4-6 year old program but they have much much more.</p>
<p>Perform an original play<br />
Work with a professional Repertory Company<br />
Acting, Singing, Dancing, Make-up and more<br />
Workshops available for a wide range of ages and experience levels<br />
Early Stages Create-a-Play</p>
<p>A workshop for 4 to 6 year olds focusing on the joys of creativity, self-expression and imagination, studying with company members and performance with the members of the Summer, Fall or Spring Theatre Workshop.</p>
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		<title>Evergreen Community School</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2008/11/evergreen-community-school/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 16:53:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jmoon</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Care]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Learning]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Preschools]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Preschool]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Founded in 1983, Evergreen Community School opened its doors with four children enrolled and one teacher. In 1996, having outgrown its church setting, the school transitioned to an independent non-profit status, and the entity Evergreen Community School was born at their current Santa Monica location.
Evergreen uses a developmental curriculum based on the theories of Piaget, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Founded in 1983, <a href="http://evergreencommunityschool.com" target="_blank">Evergreen Community School</a> opened its doors with four children enrolled and one teacher. In 1996, having outgrown its church setting, the school transitioned to an independent non-profit status, and the entity Evergreen Community School was born at their current Santa Monica location.</p>
<p>Evergreen uses a developmental curriculum based on the theories of Piaget, Erikson, Vygotsky and the Reggio Emilia approach. The curriculum is experiential and is designed to promote growth through play and exploration. Using age-appropriate materials and activities, children are assisted in building socialization skills while practicing the developmental tasks of trust, autonomy and initiative.</p>
<p>Evergreen program includes music, art, storytelling, science, woodworking, cooking and various other indoor and outdoor activities. The classrooms are designed to encourage independence. The environment provides a wide array of choices that foster autonomy while building self-esteem and a sense of responsibility.</p>
<p>Evergreen enrolls 60 children ages 2.5-5 years old.</p>
<p>Current hours and tuition are:</p>
<p>Monday – Thursday, 9:15 am &#8211; 1:30 pm; Friday, 9:00 am – Noon $12,000 September &#8211; Jun<br />
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am &#8211; 1:45 pm; Friday, 9:00 am – Noon $12,000 September &#8211; June<br />
*Tenants of 2600/2700 Colorado Avenue have first priority providing the timely submission of child’s application and our ability to find an appropriate placement. Second priority is given to residents of Santa Monica.</p>
<p>Evergreen Community School is located at 2800 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90404<br />
Phone: (310) 453-6255</p>
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		<title>Ashland Park</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2008/09/ashland-park/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:12:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>psasik</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Parks]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ashland Park
Ashland Ave at 16th St
(.36 acres)
 Map
Small neighborhood  									park

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Ashland Park</strong></span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Ashland Ave at 16th St</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">(.36 acres)</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><a href="http://maps.yahoo.com/py/maps.py?BFCat=&amp;Pyt=Tmap&amp;newFL=Use+Address+Below&amp;addr=1650+Ashland&amp;csz=Santa+Monica%2C+CA&amp;country=us&amp;Get%A0Map=Get+Map" target="_blank"> <span style="color: #0f6ec3;">Map</span></a></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Small neighborhood  									park</span></p>
<p style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;">
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		<title>Virginia Avenue Park</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2008/09/virginia-avenue-park/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:04:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>psasik</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Virginia Avenue Park
2200 Virginia Ave
 Map 
(9.5 acres)
310-458-8688
* Park Center (Administrative Office, Police substation, conference room, 2 fitness gyms with boxing/martial arts/weight equipment and Community Room)
* 2101 (Teen Center with kitchen, 2 classrooms for art and computer workshop)
* Thelma Terry Building (multi-purpose room, 2 classrooms for seniors and homework assistance program)
* The Patio (classroom for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Virginia Avenue Park</p>
<p>2200 Virginia Ave</p>
<p><a href="http://maps.yahoo.com/py/maps.py?BFCat=&amp;Pyt=Tmap&amp;newFL=Use+Address+Below&amp;addr=2200+Virginia+Avenue&amp;csz=Santa+Monica%2C+CA&amp;country=us&amp;Get%A0Map=Get+Map" target="_blank"> <span style="color: #0f6ec3;">Map</span></a><span style="color: #000000;"> </span></p>
<p>(9.5 acres)</p>
<p>310-458-8688</p>
<p>* Park Center (Administrative Office, Police substation, conference room, 2 fitness gyms with boxing/martial arts/weight equipment and Community Room)<br />
* 2101 (Teen Center with kitchen, 2 classrooms for art and computer workshop)<br />
* Thelma Terry Building (multi-purpose room, 2 classrooms for seniors and homework assistance program)<br />
* The Patio (classroom for infant and family program, community meetings, park restrooms)<br />
* 2 regulation basketball courts w/ lights<br />
* large grassy open space area<br />
* seasonal interactive water play area<br />
* picnic tables &amp; BBQs<br />
* <a href="http://www.kidleaf.com/?p=541" target="_blank">Saturday Farmers&#8217; Market</a><br />
* on-site parking<br />
* free wi-fi access</p>
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		<title>Stewart Street Park</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2008/09/stewart-street-park/</link>
		<comments>http://www.kidleaf.com/2008/09/stewart-street-park/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:58:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>psasik</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Stewart Street Park
Stewart Street, south of Exposition Blvd
Map
(3.8 acres)
* 1 youth baseball field
* 1 soccer field
* 1 basketball court
* 32 off-street parking spaces
* 1 restroom building
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stewart Street Park</p>
<p>Stewart Street, south of Exposition Blvd</p>
<p><span><a href="http://maps.yahoo.com/py/maps.py?BFCat=&amp;Pyt=Tmap&amp;newFL=Use+Address+Below&amp;addr=1880+Stewart+St.&amp;csz=Santa+Monica%2C+CA&amp;country=us&amp;Get%A0Map=Get+Map" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0f6ec3;">Map</span></a></span></p>
<p>(3.8 acres)</p>
<p>* 1 youth baseball field<br />
* 1 soccer field<br />
* 1 basketball court<br />
* 32 off-street parking spaces<br />
* 1 restroom building</p>
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		<title>Palisades Park</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2008/09/palisades-park/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:56:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>psasik</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Palisades Park
Ocean Ave
Map
(26.4 acres)
* Senior Center (1450 Ocean Avenue, 310-458-8644)
* shuffleboard courts (outside Senior Center)
* Visitors Center kiosk
* Camera Obscura
* picnic areas and benches
* rose garden and pergola
* beacon overlook (at California Ave.)
* 3 restroom buildings
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Palisades Park<br />
Ocean Ave</p>
<p><span><a href="http://maps.yahoo.com/py/maps.py?BFCat=&amp;Pyt=Tmap&amp;newFL=Use+Address+Below&amp;addr=1450+Ocean+Avenue&amp;csz=Santa+Monica%2C+CA&amp;country=us&amp;Get%A0Map=Get+Map" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0f6ec3;">Map</span></a></span></p>
<p>(26.4 acres)</p>
<p>* <a href="http://www.smgov.net/hsd/senior/index.htm" target="_blank">Senior Center</a> (1450 Ocean Avenue, 310-458-8644)<br />
* shuffleboard courts (outside Senior Center)<br />
* Visitors Center kiosk<br />
* Camera Obscura<br />
* picnic areas and benches<br />
* rose garden and pergola<br />
* beacon overlook (at California Ave.)<br />
* 3 restroom buildings</p>
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		<title>Memorial Park</title>
		<link>http://www.kidleaf.com/2008/09/memorial-park/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:50:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>psasik</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Memorial Park
1401 Olympic Blvd
Map
(10.4 acres)
* Police Activities League
* gym for basketball and volleyball with showers and restrooms  	(310-458-8643)
* community meeting rooms
* 2 youth baseball fields with concession stand
* 1 adult baseball field
* 3 softball infields
* 1 soccer field
* 1 children&#8217;s playground
* 4 tennis courts with lights
* 1 off-leash dog run
* The Cove skatepark (310-458-8228)
* [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Memorial Park<br />
1401 Olympic Blvd</p>
<p><span><a href="http://maps.yahoo.com/py/maps.py?BFCat=&amp;Pyt=Tmap&amp;newFL=Use+Address+Below&amp;addr=1401+Olympic+Blvd.&amp;csz=Santa+Monica%2C+CA&amp;country=us&amp;Get%A0Map=Get+Map" target="_blank"><span style="color: #0f6ec3;">Map</span></a></span></p>
<p>(10.4 acres)</p>
<p>* <a href="http://www.smgov.net/hsd/PAL.htm " target="_blank">Police Activities League</a><br />
* gym for basketball and volleyball with showers and restrooms  	(310-458-8643)<br />
* community meeting rooms<br />
* 2 youth baseball fields with concession stand<br />
* 1 adult baseball field<br />
* 3 softball infields<br />
* 1 soccer field<br />
* 1 children&#8217;s playground<br />
* 4 tennis courts with lights<br />
* 1 off-leash dog run<br />
* <a href="http://thecove.smgov.net" target="_blank">The Cove skatepark</a> (310-458-8228)<br />
* 63 off-street parking spaces<br />
* 1 restroom building</p>
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