Briefly In Education

Kids invited to ‘get off the couch’

The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach will host “Couch Free Saturday” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, dedicated to encouraging young people to turn off the electronics, get up and go play the old-fashioned way “” outside.

The event will include a coolest skateboard contest, skating obstacles, outdoor survival and self-defense demonstrations, martial arts, eco-craft activities, a strange animal presentation, and many more exciting activities for kids 12 and older.

Assistant Branch Director Sara Dean said organizers are taking a proactive approach to getting kids involved, connected and active.

“Our kids sit in front of the television and in front of the computer too much,” she said. “Being active keeps kids fit and lean, in touch with themselves, and gives them the ability to think on their feet.”

To learn more, call (949) 494-2535.

TLC branch gets some ‘TLC’

Staff, parents and community volunteers under the leadership of TLC mom Missy Durant recently spruced up the front porch and stairs of the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, which had undergone four years of wear and tear.

Branch Director Ashlyn Strahle approached Dubernay Ospina, a parent of two TLC club members and sales manager for Behr Paint, in hopes to get the materials needed to do the job at a reasonable cost.

He returned with gallons of wood tint and paint kits later that week, courtesy of Behr.

Assistant Director Monica Silver said the branch’s staff is grateful to Ospina and all of those who volunteered their time.

“The club’s deck and patio are at the entrance of the club and are the first thing you see upon arrival,” she said.

“We strive to have the best facility possible for our kids and had been working on a plan to refurbish these areas.”

Yoga for kids at Chabad

Mini Yogis of Los Angeles will offer yoga for kids ages 3 to 8 Thursdays at the Chabad Jewish Center, 30804 S. Coast Hwy.

The six-week “stretch and storytime” series will run from 4 to 5 p.m., and is open to all children in the community.

Founded by Shana Meyerson, Mini Yogis is a yoga program developed exclusively for children.

“Kids aren’t little adults, and they shouldn’t be treated as if they are,” Meyerson said.

“Yoga is a gift; it is uplifting, noncompetitive, mind-expanding and a fun way for kids to build strength, spirit and self-esteem.

“Being a kid can be tough sometimes, but being a mini yogi makes it a whole lot easier.”

Cost for the six-week session is $60, prepaid. Drop-ins are $15 per class.

For more information call (949) 499-0770 or visit www.miniyogis.com.

Glass is student of the month

Laguna Beach High School senior Hannah Glass has been named “Student of the Month” for October by the Laguna Rotary Club.

Glass plays the violin and plans to further her music interests with the award of $250 as she looks forward to college.

She was also given a certificate, “bumper sticker” and treated to lunch by the Rotarians, who meet at Aliso Creek Inn.

Buy holiday trees at Club

Christmas trees will be sold at the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach for the first time in 10 years.

Trees can be ordered Thursday through Nov. 15 for pick-up Dec. 5 at the club.

For more information, call (949) 494-2535, ext. 100.