Abundant foliage dominates the landscape of Palos Verdes

Palos Verdes lies in the foothills along the Pacific Ocean, approximately 30 miles south west of Los Angeles. This upscale community has one of the highest per capita incomes in California.

Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is situated atop Hawthorne Blvd. The high school offers a panoramic view of the city of Los Angeles and the San Gabriel mountains to the north and the beach communities to the west. Classrooms are modernized with air conditioning and upscale technology. Internet access is available in each room and 2 computer labs are available for participants. All classes offered are held in classrooms located near the center of the campus (near the Library-Media center, which is also open for use).

Gondola tour through the canals of Naples, California.

Cost: $45 per person that includes beverage, boat cruise, tax, gratuity, and transportation

Time: Wednesday evening, August 11th, (cruise at 7:00PM)

Transportation: Vans will escort participants to and from hotels

Reservations: Seating is limited; reservations must be made prior to the workshop and secured by payment; no refunds may be granted.

More Info: The Gondola Getaway established in 1982 brings old world charm and a thousand year old tradition to Long Beach. Authentic Venetian gondolas gently cruise the enchanting canals and waterways of Naples Island near the resort area of Belmont Shore in Long Beach.

Each cruise is approximately one hour. An ice bucket and wine glasses are provided. Southern California AP* will provide beverages for each group. Reservations are limited to the first 50 individuals who enroll. Click here to view a photograph of the gondola in daylight.

Dinner at Babouch Moroccan Restaurant.

Cost: $45 per person that includes meal, beverage, tax, gratuity, and transportation

Time: Tuesday evening, August 10th; time TBA

Transportation: Vans will escort participants to and from hotels

Reservations: Seating is limited; reservations must be made prior to the workshop and secured by payment; no refunds may be granted.

More Info: Since 1978 - a marvelous restaurant palace magnificently reproduced from twelve centuries of Arabic art. Moroccan music and dance followed the same path as the art; with progress and refinement, as well as fidelity to the authenticity of Moroccan folklore. In the presence of such magnificence and majesty, Moroccan cuisine is presented in a fashion that enhances its surroundings. It is in the true Moroccan tradition that we take great honor and pleasure in sharing this experience with you (...from the website).