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CLASSES

Baby-sitting — Jan. 23, Feb. 27. Each class is a single, one-time class, held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Verdugo Hills Hospital Beginnings Family Education Program offers baby-sitting classes designed for boys and girls between the ages of 11 and 15. The class is an interactive course that teaches participants skills including infant/child CPR, basic first aid, home/auto safety, accident prevention, telephone skills, safety tips, when to call 911, poison control and fire/earthquake plans. Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a baby-sitting course completion certificate. Classes are offered at VHH, located at 1812 Verdugo Blvd., Glendale, in the Council Room (located on the 4th floor). Class fee is $35/person. Reservations are required. To register, call (818) 952-2272. For a list of additional classes offered by the Family Education Program, please visit www.vhhospital.org.

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Music Appreciation — Feb. 16 through June 8, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. every Tuesday. Dr. Ted Stern, professor of music at Glendale Community College, will again conduct off-campus music appreciation classes for adults in the community. This ongoing series is for musicians and non-musicians alike. This semester will cover the early 20th century. Dr. Stern weaves music examples with cultural history to increase the listener’s understanding of the evolution of music. Classes are held at the Crescenta Valley United Methodist Church, located at 2700 Montrose Ave., Montrose. The cost for the 16-week classes is $90.

For more information call Dianne at (818) 248-8110 or (818) 445-2390.

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Square Dance Class — Thursdays from 7:30 – 9 p.m. A weekly Thursday night beginner’s class and workshop for those who would like to brush up on their square dancing steps, presented by Set in Step Square Dance Club, taught at the La Cañada Community Center, 4469 Chevy Chase, La Cañada. Ron Durkee is the professional caller. The dress is casual, $6 per person/per class. Pay when you come to class. To have a partner is suggested but singles are welcome also.

For information call, Betty Woodhull (818) 249-2651.

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CLUBS

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The Arroyo Singers — A women’s chorale that has been serenading the San Gabriel Valley for close to half a century invites new singers to join them and become part of the musical tradition and take part in the upcoming Spring concert. Members meet Tuesday evenings in Pasadena for practice and rehearsal.

For information call Cathie DeJoseph at (323) 256 5332.

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EVENTS

Preschool Expo — Jan. 23, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Hosted by the Mom’s Club of the Foothills, the 3rd Annual Preschool Expo will be held at the Presbyterian Church in La Crescenta located at 2902 Montrose, La Crescenta, 91214. Multiple preschools will be present as well as kid-related businesses. Parking is free.

For information call (818) 306-5052 or foothillmommembership@ hotmail.com.

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Community Expo and 10K/Kids’ K — Jan. 31. The Junior League of Pasadena, Inc. presents the Inaugural Junior League of Pasadena Community Expo and 10K/Kids’ K. The day will kick off at 8 a.m. with a 10K run consisting of two loops around the Rose Bowl. The professionally timed race will have 14 race categories, awards for the top three finishers in each category, and a T-shirt and goodie bag for every participant. A Kids’ K will also be held just before the awards ceremony at 10 a.m. Registration is $20 for the 10K and $10 for the Kids’ K. Registration begins at 6 a.m. day of event.

For information, call (626) 796-0244 or visit Active.com, or www.jrleaguepasadena.org.

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PERFORMANCES

Barry McGuire & John York — Jan. 21 & 22 at 8 p.m. Folk Rock/Country Rock legends perform songs of the 1960s in their show “Trippin the ‘60s”. The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N. Lake, Altadena. $20.

For information call (626) 398-7917 or visit www.coffeegallery.com.

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Waiting for Godot — Jan. 21, 8 p.m.; Jan. 22, 8 p.m.; Jan. 23, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.; Jan. 16, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. A Noise Within presents Samuel Beckett’s “Waiting For Godot” featuring Mark Bramhall as Lucky, Robertson Dean as Vladimir, Mitchell Edmonds as Pozzo, Joel Swetow as Estragon and Owen Sholar as Boy. Directed by Andrew Traister. A Noise Within, 234 S. Brand Blvd., Glendale. Tickets range from $44 to 40.

For information call (818) 240-0910 or visit online at www.ANoiseWithin.org

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Caltech Jazz Bands Go Latin — Jan. 30, at 8 p.m. Caltech Jazz Bands, directed by William Bing, will kick off their new year with Latin jazz. The concert will include Latin percussionists, a mariachi band, and salsa dancers, along with jazz selections. This event will be held in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium, 332 S. Michigan Ave. in Pasadena. Admission and parking are free, and no tickets are required. Featured artists include noted composer and arranger Paul Lopez, Latin percussionist Robertito Melendez, Mariachi Alma de Mexico, and Latin dancers Sean Nandayapa and Rita Rivera.

Selections include Uno Mas, Floreando, Dazzle, Manteca, and many more.

For information, call (626) 395-3295 or visit https://bands.caltech.edu.

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Double Take Dance Concert — Jan. 31 at 3 p.m. Benita Bike’s DanceArt performs contemporary dance concert at The McGroarty Arts Center, 7570 McGroarty Terrace in Tujunga. This concert is free. For information call (818) 353-5734 or visit www.danceart.org.

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The Butterfly Lovers — Feb. 12 & 13 at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. Hailed as China’s Romeo & Juliet, performed by the Beijing Dance Academy (BDA) Youth Dance Company. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. Tickets range $35 to $85

For information call (213) 628-2772 or online at www.CenterTheatre Group.org.

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Dreamgirls — Opens Friday, Feb. 26 at 8 p.m. and runs through April 4. Tues. through Fri. at 8 p.m.; Sat. at 2 and 8 p.m.; Sun. at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.; No performances on Mon. “Dreamgirls” tells the rags-to-riches story of an up-and-coming 1960s girl group from Chicago. Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre At the Music Center, 135 N. Grand Ave. Los Angeles. Ticket prices: $20 - $95.

For information call (213) 972-4400, or on-line at www.CenterTheatre Group.org.

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La Cañada Presbyterian Church Ovations Series — Jan. 24 at 4 p.m. The romantic muse: a journey from Europe to America, with Matthew Thomas, tenor; and Katharine Starbird, piano. La Cañada Presbyterian Church presents its Ovations Concert series. La Cañada Presbyterian Church, 626 Foothill Blvd., in the Worship Arts Center, La Cañada.

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TO YOUR HEALTH

The Wellness Community Events: The Wellness Community: Foothills, 200 E. Del Mar Blvd, Suite 118, Pasadena. For information call (626) 796-1083, or visit online www.twcfoothills.org.

Jan. 23, 10:30 a.m. to noon — Ladies: Getting a New Attitude for 2010. Bring a brunch dish and share a discussion with Dr. Ashing-Giwa, a renowned psychologist, professor and researcher at the City of Hope. Topics will include how to identify sources of stress and personal coping strategies.

Feb. 8, 6 to 8 p.m. — Talking to Your Kids About Cancer. Workshop led by Martin Perez, Ph.D., providing age-specific information on how to communicate with children about cancer.

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