VOL. 18October 2012

| Coldwell Banker 1608 Montana AvenueSanta Monica, CA 90403

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By KATE BRANSFIELD

Costumes, candy and good fun.Halloween has always been one

of my favorite times of the year.Fortunately for people living

North of Montana, there isn’t ashortage of things to do with yourlittle princesses and pirates.

The day’s festivities begin at theMontana Avenue Library at noon.The library is offering prizes to allkids who come in costumed up. Kidsfrom preschool to teens are invited.

Highlighting the afternoon is thefifth annual Halloween Hop, whichrecruits businesses along MontanaAvenue to get in on the ghoulish funand offer treats for kids of all ages.

Throngs of kids — and theirparents — stroll up and down the bustling shopping district from 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.

There will be trick-or-treatingwith a number of stores decked outin appropriately scary fashion. I'mproud to say my office will be oneof them! Be sure to stop by and sayhello at 1608 Montana Ave. I'llhave plenty of treats for the kids toenjoy and it's always nice to visitwith my neighbors. In themeantime, do come by with yourkids to see the fun decorations inthe window of my private officewithin the Coldwell Banker office.

Once you’ve made your waydown Montana collecting all of thetreats, you may want to head offinto the neighborhood to gathereven more goodies.

With many of the homes offering candy to costumedyoungsters, it’s the perfect place to wrap up the evening.

However, when you hit thestreets always remember to putsafety first. Below are tips from TheSanta Monica Police Department tohelp keep you and yours safeduring Old Hallows Eve.

Staying safe• Try to trick-or-treat while there is stillsunlight outside. • Wear a costume that makes it easierfor you to walk, see and be seen. • If you must be out at night, make surethat your costume is light in color. • Carry a flashlight with you, so you cansee and be seen easily. • Use reflective tape on your costume to

be seen easily. • Use makeup instead of a mask. • If you must use a mask, make sure to take off your mask beforecrossing the street. • If someone older cannot go with you,trick-or-treat with a group. • Plan your trick-or-treat route aheadof time. Pick well-lit streets. Tell yourfamily which streets you will be on. • Cross only at street corners — nevercross between parked cars or mid-block. • Wait until you get home to sort, checkand eat your treats. • Parents should help children check allcandy. Unwrapped or unsealed candyshould not be eaten.

About this publicationThis publication was produced by local Realtor Kate Bransfield to keep the North of Montana neighborhood

up to date on some of the more interesting happenings in this unique corner of Santa Monica. As a Santa Monican for over 23 years, Kate takes pride in being a part of this vibrant community.

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North of Montanaschool calendarLincoln Middle School1501 California Ave.Santa Monica, CA. 90403-4305(310) 393-9227www.lincoln.smmusd.org

Oct. 243:20 p.m.School Site Council MeetingGreat chance to get involved with your school.

Oct. 26Halloween Carnival5 p.m. — 8 p.m.Current students and their families areinvited to Lincoln’s annual Halloweenextravaganza.

Nov. 8PTSA Meeting6:30 p.m.Find out what’s going on at school and meetand mingle with other parents.

Nov. 12Veterans DayNo school.

Nov. 22-23Thanksgiving School’s out for the holiday weekend.

Roosevelt ElementarySchool801 Montana Ave.Santa Monica, CA. 90403-1591(310) 395-1472www.roosevelt.smmusd.org

Oct. 31Halloween Parade12:40 p.m.Show off your costume during this annual tradition.

Nov. 7PTA MeetingGet involved with your school community.

Nov. 12Poker Night6 p.m.Help the school raise funds for programs.

Nov. 15Pupil Free DaySchool is off during parent conferences.

Nov. 22-23Thanksgiving School’s out for the holiday weekend.

Franklin ElementarySchool2400 Montana Ave.Santa Monica, CA. 90403-2199(310) 828-2814www.franklin.smmusd.org

Oct. 27Franklin Carnival10 a.m. — 4 p.m.Come check out the school’s annual carnivalcomplete with games, treats and smiles.

Nov. 8 PTA MeetingMeet other parents in your school communityand get the latest on campus happenings.

Nov. 12Veterans DaySchool is off for the holiday.

Nov. 14-21Parent-Teacher ConferencesTalk to your teachers to set up a day and time.

Nov. 22-23Thanksgiving School’s out for the holiday weekend.

Kate'srecommendationsPlease visit the website of this Santa Monica psychologist:

Inessa Manevich, Ph.D.1150 Yale Street, Suite 2Santa Monica, CA 90403

www.drinessamanevich.comdr.imanevich@gmail.com

310.804.6339

Dr. Manevich attended the University of

Pennsylvania as an undergraduate and attained

her graduate degrees in clinical psychology from

Columbia University.

Dr. Manevich specializes in showing

individuals how to reach their full potential, by

helping people recognize the areas of their lives in

which they feel stuck, and work toward achieving

their own definition of success.

She works with individuals, couples, families

and adolescents who are struggling with various

life's difficulties.

Montana Library events

The Montana Branch Library is somuch more than just a library.

It offers free Internet access and is a meeting place for the North of Montana neighborhood.

Oct. 23Crafty Kids Club — Bingo!3:45 p.m.Play book bingo with us and have some fun(and maybe a treat!) Ages 5-9 years old.

Oct. 25Preschool Story Time11:15 p.m.Stories for 3-5 year olds every Thursdaymorning.Oct. 30Halloween Spooky Stories3:45 p.m.Spooky stories for Halloween and a craft.Ages 3 and up.

Oct. 31Trick or Treat12 p.m. — 9 p.m.Come in costume to any Santa Monicalibrary during open hours on Halloween andreceive a spooky prize! For kids and teensonly, while supplies last.

Nov. 1Preschool Story Time11:15 p.m.Stories for 3-5 year olds every Thursdaymorning.

Nov. 8In Case You Missed It Film Series: ‘Puss inBoots’2 p.m.In this animated comedy from 2011, Shrek’sfeline sidekick teams up with HumptyDumpty and Kitty Southpaws to steal theGoose That Lays The Golden Eggs.

Nov. 14Mystery Book Group: ‘Devices and Desires’7 p.m.Discussion of P. D. James' novel Devicesand Desires. While vacationing in Norfolk, arecently-published Scotland Yardcommander’s rest is disrupted by a stranglerof young women.

Nov. 15Preschool Story Time11:15 p.m.Stories for 3-5 year olds every Thursdaymorning.

Nov. 17Lego Club3 p.m.Come have fun with Legos and buildsomething amazing. Ages 4 and up.

Nov. 20Thanksgiving Program3:45 p.m.Stories about Thanksgiving and a craft after.Ages 3 and up.

The library is located at 1704 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, Ca., 90403. For more information, call (310) 458-8682.

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