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Kids Calendar
Friday, August 17
Krazy kayak day
The Roundhouse Marine Aquarium is presenting a kayak expedition of Redondo Harbor. Kayaks, paddles and life jackets are provided, while getting a hands-on kayak lesson. 9 a.m.-noon. $65. For reservations call 548-7562.
Discopooluza
The Manhattan Beach Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring a teen Discopooluza at Begg Pool from 7-9 p.m. The event is open to teens in sixth to eighth grades. $5 per person which includes a live DJ, music, swimming, dancing and staff supervision. Participants must sign up at the Teen Center in Manhattan Heights Community Center (1600 Manhattan Heights Blvd.) and parents must sign a release form for each participant. The pool is located in the southwest corner of Polliwog Park at Manhattan Beach Blvd. and Peck Ave. For more information call 802-5428.
Monday, August 20
Sports camp
Instructor Corky Bell provides kids ages 6-12 with expert instruction in baseball, basketball and soccer. Weeklong camp begins today and takes place at Clark Field and Hermosa Valley Park and wraps up on Friday, August 24 with a day at the beach featuring volleyball, boogie boards, games, etc. Corky Bell’s next sports camp begins Monday, August 27 through Friday, August 31. Fee: $53/$50 resident discount. 8:30 a.m.-noon. For reservations call 318-0280.
Skyhawks golf camp
Skyhawks week long golf progam is designed to introduce youth golfers to the fundamentals of the game in a fun setting. Grip, stance, swing, putting, chipping, and driving are covered along with rules and etiquette. Participants need to bring their own golf clubs. Clark Field, Hermosa Beach. $93/$90 resident discount. 9 a.m.-noon. 318-0280.
Tuesday, August 21
Books and beyond
The Friends of the Manhattan Beach Library’s program for children K-6th grades is featuring magician John Abrams who will amaze and entertain you with his "Blast off with Animal Magic Show." Joslyn Center Auditorium, MB. Free. 2:30 p.m. 545-8595.
Tuesday, August 28
Books and beyond
The Friends of the Manhattan Beach Library’s program for children K-6th grades is featuring dramatic storyteller, Merrick Hamer who is presenting a whimsical dramatic presentation of "Where the Wild Things Are." After his presentation is a special craft time. Joslyn Center Auditorium, MB. Free. 2:30 p.m. 545-8595.