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On Wednesday, January 25, Dennis Yang, founder of Papa Didos Foundation, exercised and read with 3rd and 4th graders during Healthy Habits. Yang, who has run across the country and written 100 children books, spoke to members about the importance of education and health. Members had a great time running relay races and playing games before reading one of Papa Dido’s newest books, “The Tenth Floor.” READ MORE
The Club recently had their Annual Fine Arts Exhibit and Family Fun Night. The Exhibit is up through the end of January and showcases over 600 pieces of artwork from 200 talented club members. Congratulation to the following artists who placed first place and have a chance of competing on the National level: Tess Booth, Hana Ford, Jada Handy, Jesse Adams, Jordan Trautwein, Nadine Maida, Rico Ruiz, Bailey Ruzicka, Diego Ruiz, Nadeem Maida, Mackenzie Walthall, Julia Lawson, Katherine Outhwaite, Lalia Garcia-Amini, Solei Prats, Sofia Hefter-Smith, Kyrie Rogers, Charlie Pugh, Tori Jones, Hank Glazer, Tiana Hoang, Zeth Smith, Kara Dunne-Dombrink, Nadeem Maida, Savannah Coinon, Savannah Danford, and Harmony Lynn. READ MORE
The Club celebrated the Chinese New Year with special activities including the annual dragon parade, Chinese character writing, dragon art, and a delicious and healthy stir fry snack. READ MORE
On February 1st from 3:00-5:00 PM the Club will host a special youth mask making class with visiting artist Dennis McNett. Sign ups for this free class are available at the front counter at Main Branch. Sign up early space is limited! READ MORE
Joy for Jessie was inspired by 12 year old Jessica “Joy” Rees who decided to spread joy to kids at the Children’s Hospital of Orange County while she fights her own inoperable brain tumor. Torch Club wanted to help Jessica’s dream of reaching children across the United States with her JoyJars. In order to help Jessica raise the money necessary to fund this project, the Torch Club has stepped in to do several fundraisers on her behalf. So far, the Torch Club has sold hot chocolate, cupcakes, cookies, and chocolate covered banana’s. The goal for the project is to donate 500 dollars to cover the costs for 25 jars. Each member has even asked if they can just donate their own money. READ MORE
Winter Break at the Club offered exciting and special activities for all of the kids. Everyday of the week had an exciting theme from pajama day to crazy hair day. The first ever Winter Talent Show was full of entertainment with wonderful singing and dancing. Special field trips included a visit to Sand Diego State University for teens, a trip to the Long Beach Aquarium, and a day of ice skating. READ MORE
