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If you are looking for a school for fall 2010 this is your one stop shop! All SFUSD and charter schools will be represented. Free Shuttle bus service is available thanks to First 5 San Francisco:
Burnett CDC (1520 Oakdale Ave): Pick up 8am,8:30am,9:30am
Cesar Chaves ES (826 Shotwell St.): Pick up 8:20am, 8:50am, 9:50am
Go...rdon J. Lau ES (950 Clay St.): Pick up 8:45am, 9:15am, 10:15am
Concourse pickups & returns: 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2pm
For Attendees
1. Plan to spend up to 2 hours at the Fair. (After 2 hours your brain turns to mush and you won't be able to remember any more!)
2. Use public transportation or shuttle buses (see schedule). Parking is limited and the nearby lots and garages are expensive.
3. Bring a tote bag to put all of the flyers and papers you'll pick up, including the Enrollment Guide and application or visit the SFkids table and sign up for our newsletter and get a free tote.
4. Bring your calendar to schedule tours.
5. The Enrollment Fair can be noisy and crowded. Small children may feel overstimulated by the crowds. If you can arrange childcare, it would free you up to focus on your school search.
6. Bring water - you'll be talking with a lot of different people.
7. Visit the SFkids.org table and say hi!
9. Attend a workshop at the Fair to get more information. Workshop schedules will be distributed at the fair.
10. Go to the PPS table to pick up a Getting Ready for Kindergarten Guide for info on Kindergarten Readiness, Enrollment Tips and information, and Resources.Read More
Burnett CDC (1520 Oakdale Ave): Pick up 8am,8:30am,9:30am
Cesar Chaves ES (826 Shotwell St.): Pick up 8:20am, 8:50am, 9:50am
Go...rdon J. Lau ES (950 Clay St.): Pick up 8:45am, 9:15am, 10:15am
Concourse pickups & returns: 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2pm
For Attendees
1. Plan to spend up to 2 hours at the Fair. (After 2 hours your brain turns to mush and you won't be able to remember any more!)
2. Use public transportation or shuttle buses (see schedule). Parking is limited and the nearby lots and garages are expensive.
3. Bring a tote bag to put all of the flyers and papers you'll pick up, including the Enrollment Guide and application or visit the SFkids table and sign up for our newsletter and get a free tote.
4. Bring your calendar to schedule tours.
5. The Enrollment Fair can be noisy and crowded. Small children may feel overstimulated by the crowds. If you can arrange childcare, it would free you up to focus on your school search.
6. Bring water - you'll be talking with a lot of different people.
7. Visit the SFkids.org table and say hi!
9. Attend a workshop at the Fair to get more information. Workshop schedules will be distributed at the fair.
10. Go to the PPS table to pick up a Getting Ready for Kindergarten Guide for info on Kindergarten Readiness, Enrollment Tips and information, and Resources.Read More

Karla Melara Inviting all families to a safe family event in Mission District, yes even teens will have fun chk out the flyer uploaded

www.SFkids.org The California Academy of Sciences offers Free Neighborhood Days this weekend (October 30, 31, Nov 1)if you live in the Mission District or Bernal Heights- 94110. Bring proof of residency in 94110: a photo ID or utility bill for entry.
Source: www.calacademy.org
Free admission is available to visitors on the third Wednesday of every month, through the generosity of The Bernard Osher Foundation. Admission is on a first come, first served basis, and early arrival is recommended due to the likelihood of high demand. ...

www.SFkids.org Need some tips for a safe and sane Halloween? Search for "halloween" at sfkids.org and go down to the Parent Resources section for some great articles!

www.SFkids.org Celebrate an early Halloween at Scare (Stern) Grove. Featuring a haunted house, hay rides, arts & crafts, giant inflatables, and carnival rides. http://bit.ly/g08mt

www.SFkids.org 10/22: Lights On Afterschool: Join the 1 million Americans who take part in Lights On Afterschool to help call attention to the afterschool programs that keep our kids safe, inspire them to learn and help working families. Visit the website to find a celebration near your school!
Source: www.afterschoolalliance.org
: Call on your Senators to Cosponsor the AFTERschool Meal Act of 2009.American Recovery and Reinvestment Act includes significant resources for afterschool. Questions about the bill? See the Economic Recovery Act Wiki.

www.SFkids.org For those of you with a little (or not so little) Star Wars fan. Get your photo made with a real Storm Trooper this Thursday, October 22.
Source: sf.funcheap.com
fun (but affordable) things to do in the san francisco bay area

www.SFkids.org Plan to attend Parents' Place's Preschool Preview Night on Wed 10/21 5:30-8pm at SF County Fair Bldg. http://bit.ly/WMWS3
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Pending moderationMore Info: Call Kenny Altman at 415-359-2455 or email him at KennyA@jfcs.org for more information about the event as well as exhibition and sponsorship opportunities. Left Column Text:

www.SFkids.org Tons of fun fall festivities and more in our October newsletter http://bit.ly/6S2o7
Source: bit.ly
October is usually one of San Francisco's busiest months and 2009 is no exception. This newsletter is full of Halloween and Dia de los Muertos ideas, a pinch of Maurice Sendak,a dash of earthquake preparedness, and much more.

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Kids Night Specials at San Francisco Restaurants http://www.sfkids.org/Content.aspx?id=12 114 Know of any other ones? http://www.sfkids.org/Content.aspx?id=12 114
Source: www.sfkids.org
Tired of cooking the family meal but wished it wasn't so expensive to eat out with the whole family? Ready to teach the little ones some fine dining manners? Many restaurants offer kids menus but these listed below go the extra mile and offer some really great bargains on certain nights of the week....

www.SFkids.org Saturday, 10/3: 26th Annual Leap Sandcastle Contest at Ocean Beach. Spirited competition between teams of architects, engineers, contractors, designers and local elementary schools.

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Sat. 10/3: Public School 101: Learn how to enroll in public school, 10am-12pm, Francis Scott Key Elementary; 1530 43rd Ave @ Kirkham This is a good opportunity to connect with other parents who have been through the process and can give you their perspective of their schools. You will also get an overview of the assig...nment process and a chance to ask questions about applying to schools in San Francisco. No reservation necessary but please sign up for free KidsWatch (ages 3 and up) call Parents for Public Schools at (415) 861-7077.Read More
Source: www.ppssf.org
Parents for Public Schools of San Francisco is a network of parents working together to build quality schools for all San Francisco children.

www.SFkids.org Free Night of Theater 2009 offering free tickets to a variety of shows starting September 30 at 10am. Shows span through November.
Source: www.tixbayarea.com
A service charge will be added to each ticket purchase. Prices and performances are subject to availability. Prices listed on this page do not include the service charge. There are no refunds or exchanges. ...

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Governor: No state parks to close http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cg i?f=/c/a/2009/09/25/BALH19STOH.DTL#ixzz0 SBaUVpUm
Source: www.sfgate.com
(09-25) 16:05 PDT SACRAMENTO -- Under fire from park supporters and the state's own attorneys, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said today that no state parks will be completely closed to help solve the state's budget woes.
























