NEW! DRAWING - Comic Book Creations!! Sign up for fun and creative classes in making your very own comic book from start to finish! Drawing and storyboarding are made simple through step-by-step examples. Each student will create his or her own complete comic book in this adventure of character drawing and storytelling. Click here for the program flyer and details.

• Grades:               2 - 5
• Day/Time:           Fridays 3:00pm - 4:00pm
• Class Dates:      Jan 23-April 3 (no class on school holidays)
• Location:             Strandwood Classroom C-7
• Cost:                   $126 + $15 (lab fee)

To Register:        (925) 676-8400   Village Center for the Arts

NEW! LEGO ENGINEERING - PlayWell Teknologies! Finally after many requests, we are pleased to have Lego Engineering as an after-school program available to Grades K-5. This program applies real-world concepts in physics, engineering and architecture using legos to build bridges, skyscrapers, cars and more!  Click here for the flyer and details.

• Grades:               K-5
• Day/Time:           Thursdays, 3pm - 4:30pm
• Dates:                 Jan 15 - March 19
• Location:             Strandwood Classroom C-7
• Cost:                   $185

More information and to register: http://register.play-well.org/registration/new/36206 or call (415-446-+8384

NEW! YOGA FOR KIDS - Village Center for the Arts! Classes are designed to engage junior yogis through postures perfect for kids. Fitness and fun for the mind and body! Click here for the program flyer and registration information.

Grades:               2-5

Day/Time:           Mondays, 3:00pm-4:00pm

Dates:                 Feb 2 - March 23 (no class on school holidays)

Location:             Strandwood MUR

Cost:                   $112 + $15 lab fee (includes yoga mat)

To Register: Call (925) 676-8400

CHESS - The Berkeley Chess School! The after-school Chess program will continue during the winter sessions. Click here for program details and the registration form.

• Grades:               K-5
• Day/Time:           Wednesdays, 12:35pm - 1:35pm
• Dates:                 Jan 7 - March 25
• Location:             Strandwood C-1 & P-2 (meet in C-1 on 1st day)
• Cost:                   $150

Use the link above to access the registration form or enroll online at:  www.berkeleychessschool.org.

GIRLS ON THE RUN! 3rd - 5th grade girls join this non-competitive, curriculum-based and fun running program dedicated to educating and building confidence in girls. Get moving with friends while learning important life skills, learn about yourself and help your community! Complete the 5k Run at the end of the session in San Francisco on May 9th (family and friends can run with you too). Click here for the program details and flyer.

• Grades:               3rd, 4th & 5th (girls)
• Day/Time:           Mondays & Fridays | 3:00pm-4:15pm
• Dates:                 Feb 23 - May 11  (2 days / week)
• Location:             Strandwood Upper Kids Blacktop area
• Cost:                   $225 (includes 20 sessions, 5k entry fee, t-shirt, water bottle & snacks)

Registration opens January 6th on the Girls on the Run website: www.gotrbayarea.org.

QUESTIONS REGARDING ANY OF STRANDWOOD's AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS? CONTACT:  vpprograms@strandwoodpta.org