ACHEV

Beach Day - Summer's Beach
2023-07-06 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Summer’s Beach Ventura, is 2866-2868 Pacific Coast Highway, Ventura, United States
What: ACHEV Beach Day, tots to teens! The little kids like to play in the sand, boogie board close to shore, the older kids boogie board, body surf, dig holes and play sports on the sand. We have a great time, so please join us for fun, fellowship, and checking P.E. off your list =)
Where: Beach North of Emma Wood and just south of Solimar and South of Mondos. It’s called Summer’s Beach – park for free along the highway. Take the California State Beaches exit off the 101 fwy. https://maps.apple.com/place?ll=34.306528,-119.351567&q=Marked%20Location&_ext=EiQpJzQpTzwnQUAxBaWsEYDWXcA5JzQpTzwnQUBBBaWsEYDWXcA%3D&t=h That is the marked location where we will meet. There is a handicap ramp to take you down to the beach and a porta potty street side. There should be a good deal of parking.
How to Find Us: Come Down the handicap ramp, and if you are facing the water, turn left and we will be close by on the left hand side (that’s the plan anyways). You can look for my red SUV along the highway. It’s a Subaru Ascent with a roof rack.
Directions: The address at the marked location is 2866-2868 Pacific Coast Highway. Take the California State Beaches exit off the 101 fwy.
Tide Forecast: https://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/Solimar-Reef/tides/latest
The tide will be high at 1:26 pm. It’s hard to know for sure, but we may have to move up or down the beach a bit to find a dry spot. Please text me to let me know if you will be coming so that we can be sure to find each other. 805-504-6457
Let me know if you plan to come so we can look out for you. Can’t wait to see you there! Email bonnieadair@verizon.net or text me, but if I’m already at the beach, I might not hear my phone. =)

Beginner Salsa Class 1/2
2023-07-05 16:00 - 17:00 | House of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave, Suite E, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
What: Private ballroom dance classes for ACHEV at House of Dance – Lesson for 45 minutes, dance practice to music for 15 minutes.
Beginning Salsa 7/5 & 7/12
Who: ACHEV members, non-ACHEV siblings, and invited homeschooling friends ages 11 and up, and recent ACHEV grads (see note on sign up sheet). Please clear invited homeschooling friends through Bonnie at bonnieadair@verizon.net. Current ACHEV members are given priority on the sign up sheet, ACHEV grads next, and then guests. We must have equal number boys and girls in order for the class to work. We can keep a waitlist in case space opens up prior to the first class in a series. Minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls in order to hold these classes. Partners rotate throughout the class.
Where: House of Dance , 3007 Bunsen Ave, Ventura 93003 https://www.pmhouseofdance.com/
When: Wednesdays 4pm – 5:00 pm Cost: $20 per student payable by 7/5. Pay in advance via Venmo or Zelle (info at https://www.pmhouseofdance.com/) Or pay with cash or check when you arrive on the 7/5.
We must have an even number of boys and girls. Any girls in excess of boys, or vice versa, are considered to be on the waitlist. We must have a minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls to proceed with the class.
Sign Up Here
Questions? Contact Bonnie Adair at bonnieadair@verizon.net.

Volleyball Clinic/Games
2023-06-30 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-23 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-16 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Pitts Ranch Park, 1400 Flynn Road, Camarillo, CA
ACHEV Dad, Kevin Adair hosts this volleyball clinic for ACHEV kids 10 and up. The kids play volleyball games from 2pm-3pm. At 3pm, they sometimes continue playing volleyball for another hour, and sometimes they choose to get a different game going. We continue playing through the year, and if you log enough hours, you can count this for High School credit.
This is for fun, exercise, and to learn how to play the game, this is not hyper competitive. Kevin would love to do drilling and teach the kids more technique if they want to learn. So if you want to get better at serving, setting, etc. ask Mr. Adair to help you.
Who: ACHEV kids ages 10 and up. You don’t have to know how to play, Mr. Adair will teach you.
Drop off is okay for this event. If you are dropping off, please make sure we have your cell number in case we need to reach you.
We start at 2, and it’s really helpful if everyone gets there about the same time.
Please rsvp via email bonnieadair@verizon.net and make sure I have your email address and cell number in case I need to reach you.
Bonnie 805-504-6457
Kevin 805-906-0520

Beach Day - Summer's Beach
2023-06-29 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-22 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-15 11:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-08 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Summer’s Beach Ventura, is 2866-2868 Pacific Coast Highway, Ventura, United States
What: ACHEV Beach Day, tots to teens! The little kids like to play in the sand, boogie board close to shore, the older kids boogie board, body surf, dig holes and play sports on the sand. We have a great time, so please join us for fun, fellowship, and checking P.E. off your list =)
Where: Beach North of Emma Wood and just south of Solimar and South of Mondos. It’s called Summer’s Beach – park for free along the highway. Take the California State Beaches exit off the 101 fwy. https://maps.apple.com/place?ll=34.306528,-119.351567&q=Marked%20Location&_ext=EiQpJzQpTzwnQUAxBaWsEYDWXcA5JzQpTzwnQUBBBaWsEYDWXcA%3D&t=h That is the marked location where we will meet. There is a handicap ramp to take you down to the beach and a porta potty street side. There should be a good deal of parking.
How to Find Us: Come Down the handicap ramp, and if you are facing the water, turn left and we will be close by on the left hand side (that’s the plan anyways). You can look for my red SUV along the highway. It’s a Subaru Ascent with a roof rack.
Directions: The address at the marked location is 2866-2868 Pacific Coast Highway. Take the California State Beaches exit off the 101 fwy.
Tide Forecast: https://www.surf-forecast.com/breaks/Solimar-Reef/tides/latest
Let me know if you plan to come so we can look out for you. Can’t wait to see you there! Email bonnieadair@verizon.net or text me, but if I’m already at the beach, I might not hear my phone. =)

Rumba Class - Session 2
2023-06-28 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-21 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-07 16:00 - 17:00 | House of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave, Suite E, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
What: Private ballroom dance classes for ACHEV at House of Dance – Lesson for 45 minutes, dance practice to music for 15 minutes. Each series is 4 weeks. Sometimes we will do one dance for two months in a row. There are many fun dances to learn. So far this school year, we have learned Waltz, Foxtrot, and West Coast Swing.
June: In June, we are doing a level 2 Rumba Class. This class is only open to those students who attended Level 1 Rumba in May. Sign up for May/June Rumba series.
Who: ACHEV members, non-ACHEV siblings, and invited homeschooling friends ages 11 and up, and recent ACHEV grads (see note on sign up sheet). Please clear invited homeschooling friends through Bonnie at bonnieadair@verizon.net. Current ACHEV members are given priority on the sign up sheet. We must have equal number boys and girls in order for the class to work. We can keep a waitlist in case space opens up prior to the first class in a series. Minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls in order to hold these classes. Partners rotate throughout the class.
Where: House of Dance , 3007 Bunsen Ave, Ventura 93003 https://www.pmhouseofdance.com/
When: Wednesdays 4pm – 5:00 pm
There will be four classes per month. For months with five Wednesdays, we will still only have 4 classes.
Cost: Each 4 week session will be $40 per student. That is only $10 per lesson per student. Pay in advance via Venmo or Zelle (info at https://www.pmhouseofdance.com/) Or pay with cash or check at the beginning of the first class of the month.
We must have an even number of boys and girls. Any girls in excess of boys, or vice versa, are considered to be on the waitlist. We must have a minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls to proceed with the class.
Questions? Contact Bonnie Adair at bonnieadair@verizon.net.

Camarillo Park Day
2023-06-27 11:00 - 12:30 | Camarillo Grove Park, 6968 E. Camarillo Springs Road (1, Camarillo, CA, 93012, United States
What: Come play with us at the park. Let’s meet at the playground. There is also an outdoor nature center and some fun bouldering a short walk from the playground.
Where: Camarillo Grove Park. The property for Camarillo Grove Park was donated by Adolfo Camarillo. It is a former stagecoach stop, and home to the oldest tree in the district. This park is beautiful and we just love exploring here. https://www.pvrpd.org/camarillo-grove-park
Cost: There is a $3 parking fee, and there is nowhere to park to avoid the fee.
Bring: Picnic lunch
Note: Please be aware that this is an off-leash dog park. Dogs are not allowed inside the gated nature center at all, and dogs must be on a leash on the trails (but that doesn’t mean that everyone leashes their dogs on the trail). Dogs are allowed to be off-leash everywhere else inside the park.
RSVP: Please email or text me to let me know you are coming – not required, but appreciated just in case I have to cancel or change something due to illness, weather, etc. bonnieadair@verizon.net 805-504-6457

Teen Game Club
2023-06-26 13:30 - 16:30 | Adair Home, 174 Granada Street, Camarillo, CA, 93010, United States
What: Teen directed board games. We have tons of board games. You are welcome to bring a favorite game from home to share with the group as well. They usually start out with board games and will migrate towards group role play games at the end of the afternoon. They have a lot of fun. We have snacks, so feel free to bring one to share but it is not needed so don’t stress about bringing something.
Who: ACHEV members 6th Grade and up, recent ACHEV grads.
RSVP: Is needed so that I can make sure we have enough chairs and tables out, or in case we need to change the host home in case of illness, etc. Bonnieadair@verizon.net 805-504-6457
Drop off is okay for this event. Feel free to go home or run errands, etc. If parents prefer to stay, that is welcome as well, and if you have younger children with you they can stay also. Please let me know if you will be bringing younger children with you so I can plan something for our younger kids to do together while the teens have their game time.

Ojai Park Day
2023-06-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Camp Comfort, 11969 North Creek Road, Ojai, CA, 93023, United States
We’d like to invite all ACHEV kids to play and explore with us in the Ojai area.
Meeting Place: Camp Comfort. Meet near the Playground.
Please note there is a $2 parking fee.
Some things you might want to bring:

Picnic lunch, blanket/chairs
Outside toys
Nature journals, magnifying glasses, bug houses, etc
Clothes that can get dirty

I have a 6 year old boy and 7 year old girl, and I would love for them to get to know some other littles in ACHEV
Note: There is an ACHEV girls art/drawing and get together for 6th grade and up same time and place if you have older girls that want to come.
Please let me know if you are coming and with what ages. If you let me know ahead of time that you are coming, I will put together a nature craft for us to do together at the park. rsvp to bonnieadair@verizon.net or 805-504-6457
We plan on doing this one Monday every month this school year, so please keep your eye on the calendar and plan to join

Teen/Tween Girls Get-Together at the Park, Ojai
2023-06-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Camp Comfort, 11969 North Creek Road, Ojai, CA, 93023, United States
What: We would love to invite all ACHEV girls 6th grade and up to meet up at the park for some time together drawing/doing art projects and getting to know each other. If your daughter likes baking, she can bring a home-baked treat and recipe to share with the other girls.
Meeting Place: Camp Comfort. Meet near the Playground.
Please note there is a $2 parking fee.
What to Bring:

Blanket/chair
Drawing supplies/Art Journal
Any other craft your daughter is working on (friendship bracelets, watercolor, knitting, etc)
(Optional) Home baked treat/snack and recipe
Picnic lunch
$2 parking fee

We plan on having a get together in this area one Monday every month, so keep your eye out on the calendar and plan to join us.
Note: If you have younger kids, I am also adding park day to the calendar at the same time and place for littles. I have a 5 and 7 year old (boy/girl) who will be playing at the park while the older girls visit with each other.

ACHEV Fine Arts Festival
2023-06-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Collier Residence, 1379 Avenida de Aprisa, Camarillo, CA, 93010, United States
What: ACHEV Fine Arts Festival
When: Thursday evening, June 15, 6-8pm
Where: The Collier’s have graciously offered their beautiful home and property for this event! They are in Camarillo, at 1379 Avenida de Aprisa.
How to participate: Contact Tina Calasin at rc_calasin@hotmail.com for visual arts. Contact Nancy Collier at nrcollier@gmail.com for performance arts.
What to expect: This year we are having a more intimate event. There are so many amazing things our students make and do. This is a chance to share these God-given talents with each other. There will be refreshments and time to enjoy performance and visual arts. You are welcome to invite friends and family. (If inside the home, please be very careful of the beautiful wood floor. Thanks!)
What do we need: We need a few families to bring refreshments. Contact Susan Pineda at must_sew@yahoo.com.

Rumba Class - Session 2
2023-06-14 16:00 - 17:00 | House of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave, Suite E, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
What: Private ballroom dance classes for ACHEV at House of Dance – Lesson for 45 minutes, dance practice to music for 15 minutes. Each series is 4 weeks. Sometimes we will do one dance for two months in a row. There are many fun dances to learn.
June: In June, we are doing a level 2 Rumba Class. This class is only open to those students who attended Level 1 Rumba in May. Sign up for May/June Rumba series.
Who: ACHEV members, non-ACHEV siblings, and invited homeschooling friends ages 11 and up, and recent ACHEV grads (see note on sign up sheet). Please clear invited homeschooling friends through Bonnie at bonnieadair@verizon.net. Current ACHEV members are given priority on the sign up sheet. We must have equal number boys and girls in order for the class to work. We can keep a waitlist in case space opens up prior to the first class in a series. Minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls in order to hold these classes. Partners rotate throughout the class.
Where: House of Dance , 3007 Bunsen Ave, Ventura 93003 https://www.pmhouseofdance.com/
When: Wednesdays 4pm – 5:00 pm
There will be four classes per month. For months with five Wednesdays, we will still only have 4 classes.
Cost: Each 4 week session will be $40 per student. That is only $10 per lesson per student. Pay in advance via Venmo or Zelle (info at https://www.pmhouseofdance.com/) Or pay with cash or check at the beginning of the first class of the month.
We must have an even number of boys and girls. Any girls in excess of boys, or vice versa, are considered to be on the waitlist. We must have a minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls to proceed with the class.
Questions? Contact Bonnie Adair at bonnieadair@verizon.net.

Teen Game Club
2023-06-12 13:30 - 16:30 | Adair Home, 174 Granada Street, Camarillo, CA, 93010, United States
What: Teen directed board games. We have tons of board games. You are welcome to bring a favorite game from home to share with the group as well. They usually start out with board games and will sometimes migrate towards group role play games at the end of the afternoon. They have a lot of fun. We have snacks, so feel free to bring one to share but it is not needed so don’t stress about bringing something.
Who: ACHEV members 6th Grade and up, recent ACHEV grads.
RSVP: Is helpful so that I can make sure we have enough chairs and tables out, or in case we need to change the host home in case of illness, etc. Bonnieadair@verizon.net 805-504-6457
Drop off is okay for this event. Feel free to go home or run errands, etc. If parents prefer to stay, that is welcome as well, and if you have younger children with you they can stay also. Please let me know if you will be bringing younger children with you so I can plan something for our younger kids to do together while the teens have their game time.

Used Resources and Clothing Exchange
2023-06-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Camino Real Park, Dean Drive and Varsity Drive, Ventura, CA, 93003
ACHEV families, bring your used curricula, books and other home school items and any used clothing that you would like to sell or give away to other home schooling families. You are welcome bring anything you wish to donate to the ACHEV Curriculum Library, and you are welcome to leave anything you do not wish to take back home with you. We will have a table designated for donation.

This is a lovely event for fellowship for all ages. It’s a chance to look at curriculum, too! The kids can have a great time, too, even bringing some of their own money to spend, and, of course, to play all morning with their friends. Good times!

Camino Real Park is large and beautiful with lots of play areas, tennis courts, basketball court, baseball diamonds, and multiple play structures. Perhaps some of the older kids and parents would like to get some games going! Camino Real Park has easy parking for loading/unloading. You can back into a parking spot and you are right where you need to be – not much lugging around.

What: ACHEV Annual Used Resources and Clothing Exchange
When: Monday, June 12 from 10 AM – 1 PM
Where: Camino Real Park, off Dean Drive in Ventura
Let’s set meet up by the play structure and grassy area just past the tennis courts. There is parking adjacent to the grassy area and all along the tennis court area.

This is an exchange/sale within our group only, as the city does not allows sales to the public at city parks. This event is open to current and former ACHEV members only. Thank you for understanding.

Suggestions for what to bring:
– Layers, as it can be breezy at this side of town
– Hats, sunscreen
– Roller-blades, bikes, scooters, balls, Frisbees, etc.
– Picnic lunch
– Bags for your loot
– Cash/small bills and coins for making change

Alpaca Shearing Field Trip
2023-06-10 13:30 - 15:30 | alpaca ranch in Oak View, 10587 Encino Drive, Oak View, 93022
If you are wiling to be flexible Saturday, June 10, 2023, we have an opportunity to watch an alpaca shearing at a ranch in the Oak View/Ojai area, not far from Camp Comfort.
The alpaca owner, Teresa, lives at 10587 Encino Drive, Oak View, 93022, very close to Camp Comfort, so she suggests bringing snacks and enjoying the park there if we find ourselves with extra time on either side of the shearing.
We have to be flexible because the shearer can only give a window of time for his arrival, so the farm owner suggests we arrive at 11:00am and the farm, but then be prepared to hang out quietly, or visit a the nearby park at Camp Comfort, should the shearer be delayed.
This field trip is a great compliment to the Gilchrist Farm Sheep to Spindle field trip we had in April. Alpaca fleece is different from wool in several ways, but the steps to prepare the fiber for spinning is similar.
Would you like to join me? Please sign up. Phone number is particularly important since we will sort of be on standby!
What: alpaca shearing
When: Saturday, June 10
Time: We will meet at 11:00am, but will be on standby – the shearer has given the farm a time window!
Who: ACHEV students and non-ACHEV siblings age 8 and older and their parents (motivated and mature children younger children are welcome at the discretion of their parents and the field trip organizer)
What to expect: The ranch is a private property very close to the park at Camp Comfort. We may spend a little time enjoying the park, so consider bringing snacks/drinks and have fun at the park either before or after the shearing.
Cost: The shearing is free, but there may be a parking fee for the park at Camp Comfort should we choose to spend some time there.
Consider carpooling with friends!
Sign up: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VLvUuJUbkbprHBwTAuIaGa30SLp1so_2FGHI2tkCbMk/edit?usp=sharing
Questions: Contact Susan Pineda at must_sew@yahoo.com or 805-407-6851

ACHEV 8th Grade Graduation
2023-06-10 | California
ACHEV 8th Grade Graduation – Invitation Only
Contact Andie Savard if you have questions. mrs.a.savard@gmail.com

Totally Rad 80's Dance Party 2023
2023-06-03 19:00 - 22:00 | House of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave, Suite E, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
What: We would like to invite you to our Totally Rad 80’s Dance party. 80’s music will be featured, and period dress is encouraged! We will have a fun photo spot for taking pictures. Read on for dress code and clothing ideas. Please read this entire notice and pay attention that you must:

Sign up in advance for this dance. Students and parents need to sign up. I need to make sure that we have enough attendees to be able to pay the venue rental, and we also have a maximum number we cannot exceed.
Be on time. Please do not sign up for this dance unless you can be on time.
Please carefully read the dress code and etiquette guidelines below.
Participate in the dance lesson that begins at 7pm, and most importantly…
Come prepared to dance the night away with old and new friends, have a good attitude and do your best!

When: Saturday, June 3rd, from 7pm-10:15 pm.
Where: House of Dance: 3007 Bunsen Ave Ste E, Ventura, CA https://www.pmhouseofdance.com/
Cost: $15 per student/grad, includes a 30 minute dance lesson at the beginning from 7:00-7:30, taught by Patricia Monico. Parent chaperones are free.
Payment: Payment in advance is very helpful (Zelle preferred), but not required. You can pay with cash when you arrive. To pay in advance send $ to Bonnie Adair via Zelle 805-504-6457 / bonnieadair@verizon.net or meet up with me in person to give me cash/check ahead of time, or mail a check to: Bonnie Adair 174 Granada Street, Camarillo, CA 93010
Who: ACHEV members 6th Grade and up, ACHEV parents, and ACHEV graduates/alumni are also welcome. Parents are welcome and encouraged to join in the dancing. *Please do not bring younger siblings to this dance. Babes in arms OK.
Guests: Yes, please! ACHEV members are encouraged to invite guests 6th grade and up to this dance. Clear all guests through Bonnie Adair bonnieadair@verizon.net and make sure they are on the sign up sheet. Most importantly, be sure that they are familiar with the dress code and etiquette (below).
Chaperones: Each student under 18 must have a parent chaperone. You may have another parent chaperone in your place. Chaperones are responsible for the behavior and safety of their children for the duration of the event.
Schedule:

6:45 Begin arriving/check in at the front, take some photos
7:00-7:30 Cha Cha Lesson
7:30-9:00 Dancing: There will be a variety of 80’s tunes, including some line/group dances
9:00 -10:15: Finger food will be served, we will have some 80’s board games out, and dancing will continue.
10:15-10:30 Clean up and go home =)

What to Bring:

Water bottles. This helps reduce costs and waste. We will have cups and water available for refilling your water bottles, or in case someone forgets theirs.
An extra pair of shoes in case your dress shoes become uncomfortable. You will not be allowed to go barefoot or socks only.
A finger food to share with the group

How to Sign up: Click Here for sign up sheet
Dress Code:
We do not want to have to send anyone home, so please, follow the dress code carefully. If you are having trouble, reach out and ask questions or ask to borrow something. Carefully read the dress code here in pdf form: 80s Dance Visual Dress Code 2023 or here in Google Docs to review the dress code for this dance.
Basic Dance Etiquette. Please go over this with your dancers:
For Boys:

Ask a variety of girls to dance. They are waiting for you to ask.
You may be nervous asking a girl to dance. That is ok. She is probably nervous waiting to be asked.
Offer her your hand or your arm and escort her onto the dance floor
When the dance is over, escort her off the floor and thank her for the dance.

For Girls:

If a boy asks you to dance, graciously accept his offer unless you need to rest or take a breather, in which case you may say “no thank you”. If you decline an offer to dance, you will rest for the duration of that song.
If you stand with your friends in a closed circle, it is hard and nerve wracking for a boy to ask you to dance. Make yourself available by opening up your circle.

For Both:

Every dance has first time attendees. Make an effort to reach out to them and include them in your conversations.
Not everyone knows how to dance…that is ok. Everyone has to begin sometime. Fortunately, at this dance, everyone will get a cha cha lesson to help you get started.
A Sadie Hawkins dance is when a girl can ask a boy to dance. The boys are to do the asking unless we announce a Sadie Hawkins dance.
If you decline an offer to dance, that means you will be sitting out for the entire dance.
It is okay to sit out for a dance, but remember, we are here to dance. This is a special occasion, and the primary activity until 9pm will be dancing. At 9pm we will have snacks and board games available if you would like to take a break from dancing.

Missionary talk/knitting and crochet ministry opportunity
2023-06-02 10:00 - 11:30 | The Pineda’s, 178 Furman Avenue, Ventura, CA, 93003
It was hard to come up with a clear title for this event/field trip. It bears some explanation!
Come hear Patricia Niednagel (pronounced NEED-nah-gull) from Encounter Church in Ventura, currently serving with Global Training Network, share stories from her missionary trips and explain a wonderful way that knitters and crocheters can help her prepare for her next trip.
This is a great opportunity if you are interested in learning more about some of the challenges believers face in parts India, Africa, and South America, AND if you love to knit or crochet, or would like to learn, this is a fantastic way to use your skills to make simple cotton towels during your summer break!
What: missionary talk/ministry opportunity
Who: ACHEV students of all ages and parents (suggest 3rd or 4th grade and older for the crochet and knitting ministry opportunity)
Where: The Pineda’s home, located at 178 Furman Avenue in Ventura
When: 10:00-11:30am* Friday June 2 (* The talk/discussion will likely be done before 11am. Those who wish may stay the whole time to knit and crochet together or have a knitting or crochet lesson for those who are new to the craft.)
What to bring: I will have some supplies to share, but if you already knit or crochet, you are welcome to bring your own supplies of cotton yarn suitable for dish cloths, such as Sugar & Cream, and a crochet hook (size H, I or J) or knitting needles (US size 7 or 8). Patricia suggests bright colors.
What to expect: This is a casual, comfortable time to hear from a missionary and ask questions. We’ll start with hearing from Patricia, then for those who wish to also participate in the ministry opportunity, I will have samples of towels already completed to show you so you can get started on your own towels. If you need to learn to knit or crochet, please stay for a quick lesson to get you started.
SIGN UP link:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XzWfC–7_7E9Ulzabpwy54i2OlRAo-XvhfNWZ6uG7CM/edit?usp=sharing

Beginner Dance Workshop- Nightclub Two-Step
2023-05-31 16:00 - 17:00 | House of Dance, 3007 Bunsen Ave, Suite E, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
What: This is a beginner friendly, one-time workshop to learn the basics of Nightclub Two-Step. Be prepared for the next dance with some moves and learn how to lead (boys) and follow (girls). This is a slower smooth dance and we use this dance at a lot of our dance parties.
Who: ACHEV members, graduates and invited guests/siblings. Ages 11+ . We must have equal number boys and girls in order for the class to work. Minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls in order to hold these classes. Partners rotate throughout the class.
Where: House of Dance , 3007 Bunsen Ave, Ventura 93003 https://www.pmhouseofdance.com/
When: Wednesday May 31st 4pm – 5:00 pm
Cost: $12 per student.
Sign Up Sheet **If you are a guest/non-ACHEV sibling or a graduate, please sign up in the designated area at the bottom of the sign up sheet. We want to make sure that priority goes to current ACHEV members. Guests and Grads will be moved to the regular sign up sheet starting May 15th as space is available.
We must have an even number of boys and girls. Any girls in excess of boys, or vice versa, are considered to be on the waitlist. We must have a minimum of 4 boys and 4 girls to proceed with the class.
Questions? Contact Bonnie Adair at bonnieadair@verizon.net.

Seal Watch Carpinteria
2023-05-30 11:30 - 13:00 | Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, 6145 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013, United States
What: Docent-led visit to the Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary https://carpinteriasealwatch.org/
Where: Meet in the parking lot off of Bailard Ave. And then we will walk together to the bluff where we will meet the docent and view the seals.
When: Meet in Parking Lot at 11:35, we are scheduled to meet the docent on the bluff at noon.
Cost: Free
Who: ACHEV members all ages
Sign Up Here. Max 25 people
Special Notes: We ask that you talk with the kids before arriving so that they understand when viewing wildlife in their natural setting, it’s important to be calm and use calm voices. It can be pretty exciting for them. The volunteers will help with giving them a friendly, gentle reminder, if needed. Also, we are up on a high bluff, so we ask for parents to really watch the kids

Girls Self Defense Class
2023-05-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Ojai Valley Martial Arts, 500 N. Ventura Ave, Oak View, CA, 93022, United States
What: Self Defense class for young ladies. Your instructors will be Jordana and Tracy. No males will be present.
Who: Ladies only. ACHEV members 6th grade and older. Moms of young ladies in attendance may sign up to take the class as well, or drop off. The studio is very small, so there will probably not be room for spectators, so please plan to drop off and do not bring tag along siblings. If you are dropping off, there is a local coffee shop a block or two away called The Local Cup, or you might go visit a nearby park (Libbey Park, Foster Park, Camp Comfort).
Max 10 participants
Cost: $30 Per person. You may pay cash, check, or Venmo when you arrive.
What to wear/Bring: Wear athletic clothing i.e.; leggings, sports bra with a t shirt or tank, athletic shoes. Shorts are okay, but you may want to be cautious about wearing loose fitting shorts as we will be laying on the floor quite a bit. Bring a bottle of water.
Click Here to Sign Up 10am-12:00pm
A Second Class has been added! Sign up for the 1:00-3:00 class here – same day 5/26
