GIVEAWAY: Explore Pretend City's Line-up for February 2013!

You'll be pleasantly surprised with all the events going on at Pretend City this month. I've highlighted a few: Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras, Valentine's Day and Family Autism Night. Which one are you most interested in? Also, don't miss the opportunity to win tickets below.

 All You Need is Love

"The love, affection, and attention from parents, friends, and family members are by far the most influential factors in children’s social-emotional growth. This month, Pretend City’s engaging activities give parents, friends and families the opportunity to share love, support, and guidance with the young children in their lives." - Pretend City

(c) Pretend City

Special Pretend City Events  in February

Friday, February 8-March 15, 2013 Kindness Club  Time: 12:45-1:30p.m. Specifically for: Preschoolers (3-5 years), School Ages (5-8 years) This 6-week series helps children explore compassion, self-awareness, and self-control. Each class will include a mindfulness exercise and an art or play activity to encourage self-regulation, compassion, and kindness. Children also will practice identifying feelings, effective communication, and problem solving, as they recognize the benefits that kindness can bring to their lives.  This special class is taught by Sandee Bandettini MS, MFT RSVP: Registration required; max. 15 Fee: $120 per child for 6-week series*; $25 per child walk-in *Preregistered guests (1 adult and 1 child) will receive admission to the museum after the completion of the class.

Sunday, February 10, 2013 Celebrate Chinese New Year! Enjoy “eating” New Year's dinner with the whole family, receiving red envelopes, and best of all, watching a spectacular Chinese New Year's parade, complete with colorful dancing dragons!   Provided by A Little Dynasty, cultural activities throughout the day will include:  Pretend Dim Sum for everyone,  Chinese Zodiac Memory Game,  Chinese Dragon Dance,  Chinese New Year Puppet Show, Chinese Fan Dance,  Chinese New Year Video-Story,  Chinese Dragon Dance,  Chinese Fan Dance and  Chinese New Year Puppet Show. (c) Pretend City

Tuesday, February 12, 2013 Family Mardi Gras Celebration! Pretend City highlights the international celebration of Mardi Gras, a day of parades, costumes, and fun for one and all. Meet the Pretend City Krew, partake in the City Streets Float and Throw Parade, and much more. Highlighted activities include:  Sensational Story Time: Mimi’s First Mardi Gras – Take a pictorial tour of Mardi Gras during this story time and see if your little one can follow the sequence of events. Good to Go Game: Parade Party – Parading and music are a big part of the Mardi Gras celebration. Participate in the freeze dance parade combo with the PC Krew!  Smart Art: Mardi Gras Mask – Learn the history behind Mardi Gras masks and create your very own masterpiece with embellishments and ornamentation.

Thursday, February 14, 2013 Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Soiree! Fun activities will highlight words like “cherish,” “heartfelt,” “caring,” and “tenderness.” Sensational Story Time: Woof: A Love Story. Good communication is needed for any true love connection. That’s the lesson learned in this absolutely adorable tale, and as in any good romance, love finds a way. Make sure your children’s love finds its way as you help them write and create their own special Valentine’s Day card.  “Good to Go” Game: Hugs & Kisses – This is a fun Valentine’s Day twist on the classic game of Simon Says that will engage your child’s listening and movement skills. Smart Art: Edible Friendship Bracelet – Learn about friendship bracelets as a symbol of love and caring. Then, create a one-of-a-kind bracelet for a friend.

Monday, February 18, 2013 Pretend City is open Full Day in Honor of President’s Day

Monday, February 25, 2013 Family Autism Event  Time: 5:00p.m.-7:30 p.m. Specifically for: Families with children of all ages who are on the autism spectrum; Pretend City will be closed to the general public. Children and their parents, siblings, and caretakers are invited to play in an autism-friendly environment along with other families. Our community partners who support children on the autism spectrum will be on-hand to enrich your family’s play experience with welcoming smiles and practical support. Registration Required. Max. 80 families; only families with a reservation confirmation number will be admitted. Fee: FREE

Pretend City Children’s Museum

29 Hubble

Irvine, CA

www.pretendcity.org

Win this!

ONE lucky Let's Play OC! Fan will win a:

Family Four Pack 
to explore Pretend City!
 ($50 Value)

a Rafflecopter giveaway

US Residents Only. All fans have an equal chance to win, however, you must enter to win. A winner will be randomly selected via RaffleCopter and notified via email. Emails will not be sold and will only be used to notify you if you've won so please provide a valid email address. Winner will have 48 hours to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected the same way so please check your email. Nine different ways to earn entries (some can be done daily). Contest ends at midnight Sunday, Feburary 24th and a winner will be notified via email on Monday, February 25th. Please check your email if you've won and announcements on Facebook. Not liable for unclaimed prizes or fulfillment. Good luck, Fans!

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