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That keep kids moving —by Carolyn Jabs

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Childcare & Preschool Guide

Submit “Baby Bloopers” by messaging us on Facebook. If your quotes are featured in October, you have the chance to win Uncurl Hideaway Pets, the snuggable, huggable friends that snap open to play and curl up when it's bedtime. They double up as the perfect pillow and travel companion! hideawaypets.com.

The area’s most promising child care facilities and learning centers, with fun facts about each ranging from their temper tantrum remedy to favorite breakfast ideas!

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bloopers Kids say and do the darndest things. See what had us laughing this month! If your kid quotes make it on this page, you can win giveaways from Ann Arbor Family!

Shawna Griffith, Ann Arbor

Jack, 6, Jackson, MI

I just asked my son, Jack, why he’s so whiny. He says that’s just how God made him (he was five at the time).

Kelly Loe, Ann Arbor

Jack is six and reads pretty well.

(Good job mama!) While on our summer road trip this last weekend, we stopped to use the bathroom and Jack came in the women’s side with his sister, great grandma and I. On the way out he spotted a feminine hygiene machine on the wall and checked it out and asked why in the world they are charging 50 cents for a “napkin.” He couldn’t stop talking about the injustice of it over and over, all the way to the car. We were laughing so hard we could hardly stand it.

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Art/Production They usually come into the world crying until they are carefully cleansed and wrapped in a warm dry blanket. They always need wrinkle-free clothing and sheets. They cannot stand messes and when you feed them, you need to wipe their faces after almost every bite. They like to pick out their own clothes and may even resent your suggestions.

When the little Virgos are bored, just give them a squirt bottle of water and paper towels and they will clean their toys and your furniture. They love helping with dishes. They eagerly play nurse and doctor which may be an indication of their adult career choice.

Art Director: Margaret Kelly (mkelly@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Freestyle kickball- soccer with my friends Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Dance and acrobatics Production Manager: Brittney Koehl (adsin@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Volleyball and Basketball Graphic Design: Chelsei Parton (chelsei@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Cheerleading and gymnastics

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Kerrytown BookFest 2014

The 12th annual Kerrytown BookFest provides readers, writers and aficionados of all ages with a series of events to enrich the mind and inspire creativity.

For the first time, a panel of four Caldecott Medal-winning illustrators of children’s books, Brian Floca (Locomotive) along with Ann Arbor natives Erin and Philip Stead (A Sick Day for Amos McGee) and Chris Raschka (A Ball for Daisy) will discuss illustration techniques.

Kids can also attend a special drawing workshop with Ruth McNally Barshaw, creator of the Ellie McDoodle diaries. And a panel of expert creators will discuss and answer questions about the unique creative process of writing a graphic novel.

Sunday, September 7th, 11am-5pm.

734-353-0872. kerrytownbookfest.org

Michigan Renaissance Festival History buffs and fantasy fans will revel in the chance to dress up like lords and ladies, maidens and knights at the 2014 Michigan Renaissance Festival. Check out the Children’s Realm for kid-friendly free activities and a towering castle play-place. Themed weekends bring extra sparkle to the scene— don’t miss Wonders of the World on September 6 & 7 for fairy fun and Shamrocks & Shenanigans on September 13 & 14 for a celtic-themed celebration. More themed events, lively music, mermaids, jugglers, artisans and turkey legs await you.

Be a part of the Renaissance, weekends and Labor Day. 10am-7pm. $11-$22.

Michigan Renaissance Festival, 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly.

248-634-5552. michrenfest.com

Family Fundraiser Full of Superheroes

Be a superhero for the day. Bring your cape and costume to The Super Run and participate in a 1K or a 5K run in support of your favorite family-oriented and children’s foundations, including the Children’s Hospital of Michigan and the American Association for Cancer Research. All ages are welcome to participate in this uplifting event.

Saturday, September 6 from 8:30-11:30am.

Registration is required. 1K: $10; 5K $25 adv/ $30 day of. Gallup Park, 3000 Fuller Rd. thesuperrun.com/locations/ann-arbor-michigan

Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

The Ann Arbor YMCA is encouraging families in Washtenaw county to understand the dangers of childhood obesity and how it impacts health. That’s why they are focusing on ways to “reverse course” through increased physical activity and healthier eating habits. About 30 percent of children and adolescents between the ages of 8-15 are overweight or obese, according to a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics. One of the main issues is that these children believe they are at a healthy weight. If unchecked, obesity is reason for many chronic diseases such as high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and type II diabetes.

To learn more about the Ann Arbor Y’s youth obesity prevention/intervention programs and healthy living programs, contact Diane Carr at dcarr@annarborymca.org.

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Toys and Trains Galore

Hailey’s Wish

Chelsea has a new toy store in town

By Lisa Carolin

Encouraging play is a major focus of Little Conductors, the Chelsea store specializing in trains. Whether it’s toy trains big enough to commandeer, trains on tracks, or coloring books about trains, the store offers a variety for young train lovers.

Eric Langenderfer spent four months building the Little Conductors’ trackless train in a barn. He and his wife, Heidi Langenderfer, started out by renting the trackless train for parties.

They opened the store in March so that they could have a storefront for their rental business.

The store carries Thomas & Friends and Chuggington railway toys as well as Disney, Lego, Mega Bloks, Hasbro, Fisher Price and Marvel toys. The toys are aimed at preschool to 10 year olds.

“At Little Conductors we encourage play,” said Heidi Langenderfer. “Playing helps develop physical, social, and cognitive skills.”

The Langenderfers say they’ve gotten great feedback concerning the store. Many customers have heard about Little Conductors through word of mouth, while others have seen the couple with their trackless train at festivals and parades.

Little Conductors offers storytimes, play days and movie nights. The Langenderfers hope that the store will attract people from all over Washtenaw County.

The train rentals include toddler packages for ages 1-3, pedal trains powered with hands that run on a track for ages 3-10, as well as a trackless train.

Spreading kindness, love and understanding

By Molly Winer

“So, Hailey, what do you think so far?”

“IT’S AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”

Eyes wide and smile bright, third grader Hailey Bretzius enjoyed every minute of her wish-fulfillment day at Burns Park Elementary School, staying humble and gracious throughout.

“This is everybody’s big day today, not just me. For Make-a-Wish, for the camera guy, for my friends, for my family…”

Hailey was diagnosed with a lymphatic malformation at birth, and has undergone multiple surgeries throughout her childhood. As part of the Make-a-Wish foundation, providing hope, strength and joy to children with life-threatening medical conditions, best-selling author of Wonder, R.J. Palacio visited Hailey’s school, read excerpts from her

Little Conductors is located at Oak Tree Plaza, on Old US-12 near Fletcher Road exit 162 off I-94.

734-489-5153. For more information, go to lilconductors.com.

Go! Ice Cream

Small batch, hand-crafted ice cream delivered by bike

By Katy M. Clark

Go! Ice Cream celebrates ice cream made with real, whole foods. “We are proud of our ingredients,” says owner/operator Rob Hess, who started Go! last year. “Families should buy our ice cream so they can experience real, whole, flavorful foods while enjoying the extraordinary simple, yet wholly thrilling pleasure of ice cream.”

Flavors include Bruleed Banana, Fresh Mint Chocolate Chip, seasonal flavors like Roasted Pumpkin Ice Cream, and Sweet Browned Butter.

“Most of the kids that come up to the ice cream bike absolutely love the Sweet Browned Butter. They get a big smile on their face and then quickly dive back in for another bite. That’s the best reaction in the world.”

Another unique characteristic of this ice cream shop is that all ice cream is delivered by bike.

“We have a website and an industrial tricycle. We put all of our flavors online, customers order through the site at goicecreamgo.com, and we deliver it to their doorstep on Thursday nights, all year-round. We deliver to all of Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor.”

Go! Ice cream can also be found at local events and farmers markets. Check out their next selling location by following on Twitter @GoIceCreamGo or Facebook (www.facebook.com/ GoIceCreamGo). To place an order, visit www.goicecreamgo.com.

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novel, signed books for the children, and even played on the playground with Hailey and her friends. Students also got a chance to read Palacio their own stories about acts of kindness, a virtue that is a recurring theme in her children’s novel, Wonder.

“It’s so great to just take those moments to celebrate kindness,” Palacio said, in awe and appreciation after the assembly.

“When given the choice between being right, or being kind, choose kind.” This quote from Wonder is openly one of Hailey’s favorites, and a principle that she lives by. Hailey volunteers for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and one of her earlier wish incarnations was to go around handing out free books to schools in the area. Make-a-Wish encouraged her to “think bigger.”

Think bigger she did. Hailey bonded instantly with Palacio, giving her a very thorough tour of the school and introducing her to teachers and friends.

Hailey can identify with Palacio’s work because she and the book’s protagonist, Auggie, have something in common: they both have facial cranial differences.

“We don’t all look alike, talk alike, think alike,” Palacio told the students of Burns Park Elementary, echoing the message of her novel. Wonder so wonderfully teaches children to embrace differences, to be kind to everyone, and that every child, everywhere, is a wonder.

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Who says the learning stops when the school day is over?

Ann Arbor Family shows parents that there are a plethora of after school activities to keep kids engaged and active. All that’s left to do is check out our list and sign up!

Ann Arbor Christian School 5500 Whitmore Lake Rd., Ann Arbor 734-741-4948 annarborchristianschool.org Serving preschool through grade 8, Ann Arbor Christian School is pleased to welcome renowned speakers and authors Paul and Virginia Friesen to host two workshops on parenting and marriage on September 26 at 7pm and September 27 at 10am. The Friesens also lead Bible study groups for the New England Patriots and have had their latest book, The Marriage App, featured on The View. Childcare will be available, and attendance is free to all.

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Great Lakes Zoological Society 6885 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor 734-332-1628 glzszoo.org Bring life science topics out of the classroom and into your student’s hands through immersion learning programs at GLZS. For the price of admission, students will connect with wildlife and nature through up close and personal lessons featuring exotic and indigenous reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Students will learn about topics including but not limited to: conservation, animal classifications, adaptations, habitats, organismal relationships, animal behavior and animal welfare. Can’t arrange transportation? Let us come to you with one of our outreach learning opportunities!

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College Nannies and Tutors 3907 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor 734-761-8393 collegenanniesandtutors.com/ annarbormi Your career doesn’t end when the school bell rings. We help you cover the gap. Spend the last three hours of your workday focused, not worried. Count on an After School Nanny to keep your family running. Your children deserve a safe environment at home, not just another “program.” Homework needs to get done, dinner needs to get started and maybe what’s really needed is some “down time” after school. Advancing your career doesn’t mean your home can’t run well too. Juggling schedules is a lot easier with two extra hands. Soccer games, band practice, you name it. We can help manage your family’s tight schedule. Imagine coming home to a relaxed environment where everything is handled. An experienced, professional After School College Nanny will make sure that happens every day.

Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club 2121 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor 734-213-6768 annarborfsc.org Learn to skate like an Olympian or just have fun! Basic Skills skating programs for ages 3 through adult. Fall 1 classes start September 2. Fall 2 classes start October 21. Tuesdays 6:15-7:05pm, Thursdays 6:15-7:05pm, Saturdays 10:15-11:05am. Register online!

Where is your children’s favorite place to take a school field trip?

Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum — Heather Somers-Strozeski, Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor Public Schools 1515 S. Seventh St., Ann Arbor 734-994-2300 aarecedafterschool.weebly.com Explore! Create! Innovate! This fall, AAPS Rec & Ed is offering many ways for your child to try hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and math (aka STEAM). Educational experts agree that extracurricular programs offer unique settings for STEAM learning. Kids can roll up their sleeves, try a variety of projects, and learn essential 21st century skills -- all without having a test at the end. Don’t miss our new Computer Programming with Minecraft and Introduction to Video Game Design for grades 3-8 on Tuesday evenings.

Mathnasium 2111 Packard St., Ann Arbor 734-769-5666 mathnasium.com/annarbor At Mathnasium, an after-school math learning center for K-12th grade, we specialize in teaching kids math the way that makes sense to them. Every student receives a tailor-made learning plan. We focus on filling in the gaps in your child’s mathematical foundations while providing him/her with the help, guidance, and encouragement necessary to tackle what’s being taught in school. We are committed to helping your child catch up, keep up, and get ahead in math.

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Where to go for guaranteed fun

The Ann Arbor area is full of places to go and things to do!

We put together a list of places to take a family “field trip” this fall, so choose your favorites and take the family for a day they won’t forget!

Leslie Science & Nature Center Leslie Science & Nature Center allows students and communities to establish lifelong connections with the natural world and encourages efforts to support and protect it for future generations. They educate and inspire children and adults to discover, understand, and respect their natural environment. Expect to see frogs, turtles, snakes, rabbits, birds of prey and more!

1831 Traver Rd., Ann Arbor. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org

Domino’s Petting Farms Ponies, goats, pigs, sheep, peacocks, lambs, cows and a donkey are there to be admired by all members of the family.

Open seven days a week from 10am-4pm. Pony rides and available most weekends and they also offer birthday parties and picnics.

3001 Earhart Rd., Ann Arbor.

734-998-0182. pettingfarm.com

Neutral Zone A diverse, youth-driven teen center is dedicated to helping visitors grow through artistic expression, community leadership and the exchange of ideas. After school and weekend activities make it a great place to visit, learn and make friends.

310 E. Washington, Ann Arbor.

734-214-9995. neutral-zone.org/wp

Scrap Box Parents and children of all ages can browse through a warehouse of materials for arts and crafts projects. Birthday parties and workshops are available by appointment. Open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10am-5pm, Saturdays from 10am-2pm.

581 State Circle, Ann Arbor.

734-994-0012. a2scrapbox.wordpress.com.

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Music For Little Folks This music school is based on traditional folk music for children from infancy to 5 years and their grown-ups. Their Sing With Me program meets Tuesday and Wednesday mornings starting in September, January, April and July. Sessions include four CDs, snack & chat, independent instrument time, and Process Art exploration.

205 Pineridge St., Ann Arbor. 734-741-1510. little-folks-music.com

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continued from pg10 Michigan Firehouse Museum Full of fiery treasure, the Michigan Firehouse Museum is the perfect place to learn about fire safety and prevention. Their goal is to preserve and interpret Michigan’s fire fighting history through engaging and informative exhibits kids will love!

They’ll be able to explore fire trucks, extinguishers, hats, helmets, ladders and more.

110 W. Cross St., Ypsilanti. 734-547-0663. michiganfirehousemuseum.org

Growing Hope With a goal to help people improve their lives through gardening and healthy food access, students and visitors will be exposed to a plethora of information about nutrition, self-reliance and positive community futures. They offer educational opportunities and encourage people to use them as a resource!

922 West Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti.

734-786-8401. growinghope.net

Ann Arbor Art Center It’s no secret that kids love opportunities to be creative, and that’s just what they’ll do here. With art classes, exhibitions, parties and more, they’ll love the room they have to express themselves.

117 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor.

734-994-8004. annarborartcenter.org

Waterloo Recreation Area The park will keep everyone busy with a wide range of activities including equestrian trails, hiking and swimming pools. Let students take in the outdoors with information about the ecosystem by walking on the trails and observing various organisms.

16345 McClure Rd., Chelsea.

734-475-8307.

Waterloo Farm Museum With guided tours of the ten-room farmhouse, log cabin, barns, blacksmith and woodworking workshop, bake house, ice house, milk cellar, and windmill, guests will gain a wealth of knowledge. There is also a gift store with books, crafts, toys, collectables and clothing. The Dewey Schoolhouse is just down the road and also gives you a good look into history.

13493 Waterloo Munith Rd., Grass Lake. 517-596-2254. waterloofarmmuseum.org

Nicola’s Books Immerse yourself in a world of fiction, action or drama at this Ann Arbor bookstore to encourage reading and the use of the imagination. Let students discover the beauty of books by stepping toward the bookshelf and away from any electronic device.

Westgate Shopping Center, 2513 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor. Contact Linda at 734-662-0600 for more information on field trips. nicolasbooks.com

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The Chelsea TreeHouse This indoor adventure destination is a child’s dream land with a large climbing and playing structure, five slides, a baby and toddler play area, a large tree house and more.

It’s the perfect place to play!

1101 S. Main St., Chelsea. 734-475-1555. thechelseatreehouse.com

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The Creature Conservancy Whether they are “bringing the zoo to you” or you’re admiring animals at the conservancy, it is a rare opportunity to interact with these species from all over the world. During educational programs, students may hear a kookaburra laugh, see a kangaroo hop, touch a sloth or watch a raven play catch.

4940 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd., Ann Arbor.

734-929-9324. thecreatureconservancy.org

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Great-Grandma: Grace Smiley, 83, Northville Grandma: Vicki Migrin, 60, Coldwater Mom: Julie Sturza, 31, Ann Arbor Fussy Baby/Teething Great-Grandma: I would rub the gums with Dr. Hand’s Teething Lotion.

Grandma: I would stick my finger in the baby’s mouth to chew on. Also, I would use baby Oragel.

Mom: Tylenol and frozen edamame to chew on.

Potty Training Great-Grandma: I just waited until they were old enough and stuck to it. I didn’t start when they were tiny little things. It seemed to come naturally this way.

Grandma: Personally, I just let that happen because when they are ready to do it they’ll just do it.

Mom: Haven’t gotten there yet, thankfully!

Tantrums Great-Grandma: Grab them by the hand and take them outside. My kids didn’t seem to have too many tantrums. They were pretty good kids.

Grandma: My kids didn’t have many tantrums] mostly because we kept a very tight schedule and avoided being out during nap time or bedtime. But if there was a tantrum we would quickly leave the situation.

Mom: Walk away and ignore. If he keeps going, pick him up, hold him tightly and talk softly.

Biting or Hitting Great-Grandma: I absolutely did not allow it. I immediately removed them from whatever problem was stressing them out.

Grandma: If it was one of my kids hitting another, I would make them sit and hold hands for five minutes.

Mom: Stern “No” and then show him how to nicely interact.

Separation from Favorite Toy Great-Grandma: I said that the item wasn’t for “the big girl room” when the child moved to a new room.

Grandma: I didn’t really take things away. I just figured they would grow out of it. To get one child to stop thumb-sucking, I got him a little radio to listen to at night, when he would usually be thumb-sucking.

Mom: Distraction is the name of the game!

Breastfeeding Great-Grandma: I only breastfed in the hospital and then I did formula after that. They didn’t encourage breastfeeding back then, and I wish I would have insisted on breastfeeding longer because it is healthier for the baby.

Grandma: Just relax and think, “This is my most important job right now.”

Mom: Start as soon as possible after birth. Use lanolin after every feeding in the beginning.

Diapering Tips Great-Grandma: Cloth diapers went in the laundry – no big deal. Ointment for diaper rash.

Grandma: I always used disposable. Desitin for rash. And let them go without a diaper for a bit to air them out.

Mom: Desitin or A&D for rash. Kissaluvs Diaper Lotion Potion preventively. Ruffles out to prevent leaks.

Bedtime Great-Grandma: Put them in a quiet place and cover them nicely with a blanket… Lay the baby on his side.

Grandma: My babies just seemed to sleep through the night when they were ready… Lay the baby on his stomach.

Mom: When you put baby to sleep, lay him on his back.

Food Great-Grandma: Start solid food at six months. Applesauce for their first food.

Grandma: Start solid food at six months. Rice cereal is the best first food.

Mom: Start solid food at six months. Good first food is steamed carrots and squash.

Childbirth Great-Grandma: It was excruciating!

Grandma: The most intense experience of my life.

Mom: Crazy, but pretty darn awesome.

Hospital Stay after Childbirth Great-Grandma: Ten days.

Grandma: Two days.

Mom: 24 hours.

Most Helpful Book for Moms Great-Grandma: “Dr. Spock’s Baby and Child Care” Grandma: “The First 12 Months,” (Caplin and Caplin).

Mom: “Happiest Baby on the Block,” (Karp).

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Nine Apps That Keep Kids Moving

By Carolyn Jabs

Sixty minutes a day. That’s the minimum amount of physical activity recommended for children, ages 6 to 17, by the Centers for Disease Control. Some kids meet that goal effortlessly. They can’t wait to walk the dog, belong to a team that practices every afternoon or nag their parents to go on long hikes and bike rides.

Other kids need a little encouragement to step away from their electronic devices so they can get active. Thankfully, some of that encouragement now comes from the devices themselves. Some very innovative programmers have designed gadgets and apps that promise to make family fitness fun. Which one will be motivating in your household? Look for an app that intersects with things your family cares about. Here are some suggestions.

Move for Good.

Charity Miles has arranged for up to a million dollars to be donated to good causes— if people use their app to exercise. Simply download the program, choose a charity, tuck your phone in your pocket and get going. The corporate sponsors kick in a dime for every mile of biking and a quarter for every mile of running. If you exercise together, every phone in the family can donate to a different cause. (Free from the App Store and Google Play.)

Tangible Rewards.

Zamzee is a tiny accelerometer that records motion. When the device, which looks like a flash drive, is clipped onto shoes or slipped into a pocket, your child earns points for any physical activity--sweeping the floor, climbing stairs, jumping rope, dancing, etc. Plug Zamzee into a USB computer port and kids can see graphic evidence of how active they’ve been. They also earn points that can be donated to charity or used to purchase virtual or real rewards including apps and games. ($29.95 from Zamzee.com)

Just the Facts.

Eat-And-Move-O-Matic is a very simple app that answers one question: How many minutes of Activity X will burn the calories in Food Y. This colorful app is easy enough for elementary school kids to understand and use. (Free from the App Store) Run for Your Life.

Zombies, Run! Isn’t for little kids, but teens who want to stay fit may find this immersive app very motivating.

The user maps the course they plan to run, and then the program devises a story about finding supplies for a community besieged by the undead. Periodically, the app announces that zombies are in the vicinity and their noisy breathing makes most runners pick up the pace. The app includes 33 missions and young people can also incorporate their favorite music. ($3.99 at the App Store and GooglePlay) Walk for the World.

The Walk is a better choice for teens (and adults) who don’t care to jog. The game, designed in the UK, starts with the premise that a bomb has exploded in the London underground. The only way to save the world is to carry a package from one end of the British Isles to the other, encountering misadventures along the way. The game is intended to cover three months of walking, long enough for most people to get a good habit established. ($2.99 at the App Store and Google Play) Football Fanatics.

NFL Play 60 encourages children to get their 60 minutes of activity by running, turning and jumping over virtual obstacles. Kids control the character in the game by holding a phone or table that detects their movements. As they progress, they collect hearts that make the character invincible from the American Heart Association and coins that buy virtual gear from the NFL. Both organizations cooperated to create the game

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which gives young football fans a fix without risking a concussion. (Free from the App Store and Google Play) Batting Balls (or Bugs).

Ballstrike and Buglylon turn I-pads and Windows 8 tablets into something that resembles a Kinect at a fraction of the price. Just set the tablet upright on a flat surface, step back and use your body to pop balls (or smash bugs). The app which has six levels tracks calories burned and allows your child to share photos of their best moves. (Free from the App Store and Windows) Good Form for Athletes.

IronKids was developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics to minimize the risk of injuries in young athletes. The 45minute workout emphasizes the correct way to do exercises that build strength, balance and endurance, so it’s ideal for teens and pre-teens who want to be in good shape for team tryouts. ($3.99 from the App Store) Peer Encouragement— and Competition.

Fitocracy makes it very easy to keep track of a fitness routine, especially if it includes repetitive exercises such as weightlifting. Users set goals and earn points by achieving them. More important, Fitocracy taps into the power of social media, making it easy to find other people who enjoy the same kind of workout. Teens can learn from those who are more experienced, exchange encouraging words and even challenge others to friendly competition. (Basic level free from the App store and Google Play ) Carolyn Jabs, M.A., raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses to conflict. Visit www.growing-uponline.com to read other columns.

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Cake Nouveau

Another Cavity?

Pastry chef Courtney Clark makes life a little sweeter

By Katy M. Clark

as many hours as I wanted, and often end up working late into the night to get everything done. Now, I need and want to be home much earlier so I can actually see my kids and play with them before they have to go to bed. I have realized that I need to shift my focus to being home more during this time when I have very young kids.

What would you like families to know about Cake Nouveau?

We have the most amazing and dedicated customers, who come back year after year. There are many families where I have made their wedding cake, then baby shower cake, and, then later, kids’ birthday cakes. It has been fun to see these families and get to know them through cake! We also hold classes, host parties, and offer various events in our classroom space.

And, we recently started selling many cake and candy supplies in our storefront.

Courtney Clark is a pastry chef, wife, and mother who owns and operates Cake Nouveau on Packard. When she’s not creating the latest custom cake alongside her staff, including husband and business manager Kendon Smith, she’s doting on her two young children, Ollie, 2, and Lucy, 8 months. Ann Arbor Family chatted with her recently to find out how she’s building a community with cakes.

Tell me about Cake Nouveau.

Cake Nouveau is my busy cake and cupcake shop, where we specialize in sculpted fondant cakes. We offer cake truffles, cookies, and cupcakes in our retail store, and special order custom cakes.

If it’s made out of cake, we do it. From dragons and sculpted dogs to Harry Potter and hamburgers, we sculpt it all out of sugar!

Tell me about your family.

My husband, Kendon, and I have two kids. Ollie is 2 and Lucy is 8 months. Both babies were with me at the shop full time until about 7 or 8 months (or until they couldn’t be contained in a jumpy swing anymore!)

How has becoming a parent influenced your business?

Being a parent definitely has changed how I run the business and what my priorities are. Before I was married, and definitely before I had kids, I could work

Tell me about classes or special events for children or teens.

We have had many classes geared toward young children and teens, including summers camps and holiday classes.

We always host a sugar cookie and gingerbread-decorating event in December, where everyone is welcome to stop by and decorate cookies to take home.

You appeared on TV as a participant in baking competitions. How did that experience help you?

We ended up competing in ten Food Network Challenges and one competition show on TLC in three years. This experience definitely taught me how to be organized, and how to work really fast! In the end, we won six out of 11 competitions, and even have our “big check” in the shop to prove it!

What are your goals and dreams for Cake Nouveau?

I always say, we are never at a loss for ideas, only a loss for time. We love to make cakes, and we will always offer custom sculpted cakes, but we may not be able to take on quite as many orders in an effort to be with our families. Now that I’m a parent, I have much more of an interest in offering kids’ events and classes, and getting involved in toddler hands-on activities here at the shop. I would love to focus on teaching children and families how to create amazing edible art.

Cake Nouveau, 1924 Packard Street, Ann Arbor.

For more information,call 734-994-4033 or visit cakenouveau.com.

Five tips to help your kids fight cavities

By Jennifer Hinders

Four-year-old Evan had another cavity; this was his tenth one in the past year including the root canal last month. His mom, Amy, was frustrated. She had assumed that Evan’s teeth were just prone to decay because she’d had a lot of cavities when she was a kid, but he’d had so many in the past year that now she was getting worried.

Amy tried to give Evan and his little brother healthy foods and snacks and once in a while the boys ate sweet treats, but not enough to cause so many cavities, she thought.

Dental cavities in children declined from the 1970s to the 1990s. Then in the mid 1990s, the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that there has was a reversal with a significant rise in primary tooth decay in younger children.

Fighting your children’s cavities may be easier than you think. In a phone interview Dr. Yolanda Weaver, DDS in Pediatric and Restorative dentistry, said, “Parents can help their kids avoid cavities. It takes just a few simple changes to make a really big difference.”

Five tips that will help you fight your kids’ cavities:

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The best tip for parents is to get their kids in the habit of brushing twice a daymake it a regular part of their daily routine-so it’s not a chore. You can make it fun, reward their progress. When your kids are young, you should brush their teeth for them to be sure their teeth are getting cleaned properly. In a recent phone interview, Pat Robinson, the team leader dental hygienist at Gentle Dental Associates in Ann Arbor, said, “Parents should teach their children how to brush correctly. This will give them a good foundation. For instance, kids need to be taught to brush not only their back teeth well, but also their front teeth, too. Kids often miss brushing their front teeth.”

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Floss removes a fair amount of plaque and tartar buildup. It’s not that important whether your child flosses before or after they brush their teeth, just as long as they floss. Parents need to floss for their kids at first until they have the dexterity.

Limit sticky snacks and fruit juices. When Amy finally asked her dentist about fighting cavities, the advice surprised her. “My dentist told me to stop giving Evan sticky treats and limit his fruit juice. She said these two things are the biggest cause of decay in kids’ teeth. Robinson agrees, “When a child comes into our office with a lot of dental cavities we want to look at what they’re eating and drinking. Many parents give their children apple juice, but it can be just as bad as pop because it’s so high in sugar and acid. We try to encourage parents to limit how much juice their children drink during the day. We also suggest they offer their children acid buffers like milk or yogurt to help offset the acid in juice.”

If your child takes a daily gummy vitamin, you may want to change to another type of vitamin. Gummy vitamins stick to teeth. Anything that sticks to the teeth can cause decay. One mom was shocked to hear that her five year old daughter’s gummy vitamins were probably the cause of her needing a root canal. Most kids’ vitamins come in gummy form because they’re easy to give to children, but there are alternatives on the market.

Snack alternatives, in moderation, are okay. These treats, although they contain sugar, don’t stick to teeth- and that’s the big difference when it comes to cavities. Patrick gave parents a precaution, “When your child eats a baked sugary treat make sure she swishes some water around in her mouth and then brushes soon afterwards.” This will help remove trapped food particles between teeth.

Good Results Amy took her dentist’s advice to heart. She stopped handing out fruit snacks for treats, bought regular kids’ vitamins and limited how much juice her boys drank every day. It paid off, at the next dental visit Evan’s teeth were cavity free.

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THE SHORT COURSE

The Tradition Continues

Newest location of Ann Arbor steakhouse shines

By Katy M. Clark

Knight’s Downtown Steakhouse 600 E. Liberty St. Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Phone: 734-887-6899 Hours: Mon-Sat: 11am - midnight; Sunday: 11am - 11pm www.knightsrestaurants.com

“You know what I like about this restaurant?” pondered my seven-year-old daughter. “It’s very different than other restaurants.”

“FAAAN-CY!” her older brother, age 11, chimed in.

My family was sitting in Knight’s restaurant on East Liberty near State Street. This new location of the wellknown steakhouse opened in April in the spot formerly occupied by Borders.

“You wouldn’t see the fancy lights and words on the wall,” continued my daughter. Indeed, the ambiance inside the newest Knight’s was refined. The soft white walls, dotted with words like “Seafood” and “Cowboy Steak”, contrasted and complimented dark wood paneling, flooring, and tables. Big, bright windows let in ample light and a view of the activity on Liberty and Maynard Streets. Still, this refined restaurant was filled with patrons of all ages and I felt at ease with my kids.

Where’s the meat?

While the ambiance of the newest Knight’s seems more upscale than the original location on Dexter Avenue, both share a similar menu. Meat, particularly steaks like Filet Mignon, New York Strip, and Porterhouse, are their specialty. When I balked at the prices, my husband stared at my incredulously. “You can’t come to Knight’s and NOT get steak,” he declared. He ordered the Cowboy Steak ($34.50). There were salads and seafood dishes that tempted me, but I decided on the London Broil: marinated flank steak with mushrooms, vegetable and salad ($19.95).

The Kids’ menu offered grilled cheese, a quarterpound burger, chicken tenders, mac and cheese, grilled chicken with potatoes and vegetables, PB&J or a 5-ounce sirloin steak. Prices ranged from $4.95 to $13.95 and included a drink and fruit, applesauce or fries. My daughter ordered mac and cheese with fries. My tween ordered

Kid-friendly: Yes To avoid wait: The earlier the better for dinner (before 7pm) Noise level: Moderate to high Bathroom amenities: No changing tables in unisex bathrooms upstairs; one changing table in the women’s restroom downstairs High chairs? Yes Got milk? Yes, plus lemonade and soda Kids’ menu? Yes Anything healthy for kids?

Grilled chicken, potatoes and vegetables Food allergy concerns? Servers can identify ingredients and chefs can cook food separately using clean utensils

a plain “Big Double” cheeseburger off the regular menu: two quarter-pound patties with American cheese on a triple decker sesame seed bun ($8.50). (Knight’s is also known for its fresh ground burgers.) Hand-cut potato chips were included.

A savory cut

Fifteen minutes later, after my husband and I finished our dinner salads and the kids wolfed down dinner rolls dusted with poppy seeds, our meal was served. The presentation was impressive, particularly my husband’s 22-ounce Cowboy Steak. “This is a big, healthy chunk of meat,” he swooned, enjoying each bite. “Excellent marbling.” His tasty side of au gratin potatoes were but an afterthought.

My marinated London Broil was tangy, with a hint of teriyaki, and so good. It was cooked perfectly to medium as requested. The thick gravy on my mashed potatoes was decadent.

The kids savored their meals, too. The mac and cheese, made with penne not macaroni, was “yummy” per my daughter. My son, a burger aficionado, downed nearly all of his beefy burger before surrendering.

There is an appetizing selection of desserts to sample. My husband and I settled on the seasonal blueberry peach cobbler while the kids picked Key Lime pie. Alas, the Key Lime pie was too genuine for them. Its creamy, non-green goodness went unappreciated by their palates. The warm cobbler with vanilla ice cream was sweet, tart and delightful.

Ray Knight opened Knight’s Market over 60 years ago and the Dexter Avenue restaurant some 30 years ago. A steakhouse was added in Jackson. With the newest location downtown, Knight’s continues its tradition of excellence—for everyone in the family.

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15 Things We Forget to Thank Our Best Friends For (from a New Parent’s Perspective)

A response to the popular “Thought Catalog”

By Erin Marsh

With every life-changing event, I am again reminded of my true friends. Having a baby has reduced my number of friends, but it has also strengthened and changed existing friendships, as well as encouraged new ones to blossom. I thank all of my friends, old and new, for bearing with the new me.

Thank you for still coming to visit us, even when we were both sleep-deprived, unshowered, and shockingly boring, and our baby was either sleeping, crying, pooping, or eating.

Thank you for working with our crazy baby eating/sleeping schedules. 7am works for you, too? You’re bringing coffee? Great!

Thank you for letting me text and email you in the wee hours of the morning, and then responding as soon as you can so that I have something to read while nursing at 4 in the morning.

Thank you for telling me that I “look great” and that I “lost all the baby weight.”

I know it’s not true. I know my roots have 9+ months of growth, my hair hasn’t been washed consistently for weeks, I don’t remember the last time I shaved, and my tummy still looks like I’m 5 months pregnant, but thank you for pretending not to notice any of that.

Thank you for repeatedly telling me how cute and wonderful my baby is. He is the world to us, and it means the world to us that you think so, too.

Thank you for dealing with my tears. I thought wine-induced tears were annoying, but they have nothing on post-pregnancy, sleep-deprived hormones.

Thank you for asking about our child, despite the fact that you know you run the risk of a 10-minute monologue on the most recent achievement he has made.

Thank you for not giving advice (unless I ask for it). We have been hounded with unsolicited advice since before our child was even born, and while some

of it has been immensely helpful, most of it just makes us feel stressed, unworthy, and judged.

Thank you for coming over to play... with our baby. We know he won’t remember your visits at this stage, but there is nothing more fulfilling that watching the people you love interact and smile at one another.

Thank you for putting up with our “rules.” I know it’s inconvenient to take off your shoes, keep your voice lowered, use the laundry bathroom, and enter/exit through the garage, but thank you for acting like this is the normal state of affairs everywhere else.

Thank you for watching out for my baby. He just ate dirt? Again? He’s yanking on electrical plugs? Thanks for letting me know (and not judging me for missing it in the first place).

Thank you for getting me out of the house. It may have taken me six months to get there, but thanks for patiently waiting for me.

Thank you for making my child’s birthday a big deal. I know hanging with a bunch of screaming/crying/squealing toddlers (sans alcohol) isn’t the ideal way to spend a Saturday afternoon, but thank you for pretending you had the time of your life.

Thank you for entertaining me. My life now revolves around a tiny human being, so I have little of interest to share with the rest of the world, so thank you for bringing gossip and news to the table.

Thank you for loving me, flaws and all. Having a child stripped me down to the core. Thanks for not only putting up with me, but making me feel a little more normal.

Erin Marsh is a freelance writer of Toledo, OH, and the mother of a one-year-old boy.

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Dawn Farm Jamboree

Photo cred it Dawn Fa rm

September 2014

15 MONDAY Hands-On Sci-Tech Workshop The staff from GameStart will show you how to build Minecraft mods in Java. Add your own material to Minecraft that occurs naturally, and can be crafted into tools. For grades 3-8. Also on September 19 and 22.

6-7:30pm. Downtown Branch, 343 S. Fifth Avenue. 734-327-8301. aadl.org Free

Sunday, September 7 / Dawn Farm Happy 41st Birthday! Celebrate over four decades of service to the community at the Dawn Farm Jamboree on Sunday, September 7. Since 1973, Dawn Farm has aimed to be the place where addicts and alcoholics could go for help, regardless of their ability to pay. The whole family should get ready to party, with activities available for everyone. Hay rides, pony rides and games are sure to entertain the kids, while adults can enjoy a live and silent auction. Live music and great food will be available for everyone to enjoy.

The proceeds from the auction will go towards the farm’s mission of helping addicts and alcoholics. Free. 1-6pm. Dawn Farm, 6633 Stony Creek Rd., Ypsilanti. 734-485-8725. dawnfarm.org.

2 TUESDAY 10 Steps to a Healthier Family Interested in moving your family into a healthier lifestyle, but wondering where to start? A perfect getting started class inspires and empowers you to lead your family to health. 10:30-11:30am. Indigo Forest, 4121 Jackson Rd. 734-994-8010. theindigoforest.com Free Stroller Strides Community Class Join the mothers at Fit4Mom for Stroller Strides. This is a 60-minute class for moms and their kids ages approx. 6 weeks to 5 years. Appropriate for all fitness levels.

Enroll in class ahead of time. 9-10am County Farm Park annarbor.fit4mom.com

3 WEDNESDAY Dog Swim - Bring your best canine friends to the Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation 2014 Dog Swim at Buhr Park Outdoor Pool Registration required. Day 2 is September 4th. Rain dates: Sept. 5 and Sept. 6 3-8pm. First dog $7.50; Second dog $3.75. Buhr Park Outdoor Pool, 2751 Packard Rd. 734-794-6234.

4 THURSDAY AADL Nature Hike - Celebrate National Wilderness Month with a walk through Malletts Creek. Lead by a staff naturalist from City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation who will discuss the native plants and trees. The walk is great for all ages. 7-8:30pm. Mary Beth Doyle Nature Area, Bryant Pattengill E. a2gov.org Twitter Chat: Back to School Summer vacation is officially over. Follow #WFMdish for an online discussion to share ideas for simple and nutritious breakfasts, sack lunches worth keeping and delicious suppers that are manageable on a tight weekday schedule. 6-7pm. Twitter. wholefoodsmarket.com Free

5 FRIDAY Kerrytown BookFest Reception The 12th annual Kerrytown BookFest is approaching. Join in for the pre-BookFest reception including music, readings and refreshments. See brief pg. 6. 7-8pm.

Downtown Branch, 343 S. Fifth Avenue.

734-327-4555. aadl.org Free

6 SATURDAY

Monarch Migration Festival - Come celebrate these beautiful butterflies as we release tagged Monarchs to bolster their threatened populations. You’ll learn more about how you can help these important pollinators and all about their role in the environment. Registration is encouraged.

Ages 4+. 1-3pm. $9/person or $34/family non-member; $8/person or $30/family LSNC members. Leslie Science & Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org Back to School Pencil Creatures The Material Recovery Facility is hosting a workshop for the kids to make pencil cases out of recycled materials. Make your pencil case look like a cute monster or robot.

10am-12pm. Materials Recovery Facility, 4150 Platt Rd. 734-663-9474. ecocenter.org

7 SUNDAY Dawn Farm Jamboree - See note above. Free ScienceFest: Preschool Playdate The day will be filled with exploring color, the five senses, and making slime. Geared toward the young visitors, but is sure to be fun for the whole family. 12-4pm. $11.

Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann St. 734-995-5439. aahom.org.

LEGO Connection - Join the other LEGO lovers at the library for a LEGO open play.

LEGOs will be supplied by the library so leave your supply at home. 1-2:30pm.

Pittsfield Branch, 2359 Oak Valley Drive.

734-327-8301. aadl.org Free

8 MONDAY Hands-On Sci-Tech Workshop - The Redstone material found in Minecraft behaves like an electric conduit, allowing players to create up levers, buttons, and pressure plates. The staff from GameStart will teach you how to create complex contraptions and craft clever traps while learning the fundamentals of logic. 6-7:30pm.

Downtown Branch, 343 S. Fifth Avenue.

734-327-8301. aadl.org Free

9 TUESDAY Natural First Aid #3 - This course continues the natural first aid series, learning about essential oils, homeopathy, herbs acute care. 10:30-11:30am. Indigo Forest, 4121 Jackson Rd. 734-994-8010. theindigoforest.com Free

16 TUESDAY Fevers N Flu - Boosting immunity, staying healthy, avoiding the media hype, and the practical, naturopathic approaches to cope with The Flu Season. 10:30am-11:30am. Indigo Forest, 4121 Jackson Rd. 734-994-8010. theindigoforest.com Free

11 THURSDAY Shrek The Musical - The Dreamworks film comes alive onstage with fantastical costumes and original Broadway songs.

Presented by the Ann Arbor Civic Theatre.

Performances through September 13. 8pm. $13-$25. Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, 911 N. University Ave. 734-971-2228. a2ct.org

12 FRIDAY Star Party with the University Lowbrow Astronomers - View stars, planets, nebulae and other celestial objects that are hard to see without the use of telescopes. If you have them, bring your binoculars; it’s amazing how much you can see. 8-11pm. $5; members free. Leslie Science & Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org

13 SATURDAY Eco-Restoration Workdays - Enjoy and learn about the beautiful natural areas at Nichols Arboretum and contribute to restoration efforts. Registration required.

Under 18 submit a permission slip. Under 16 accompanied by an adult. 9am-12pm.

Nichols Arboretum, 1610 Washington Hts. 734-647-7600. lsa.umich.edu Free Critters Up Close! - Join in on some hands-on activities with the critters brought over to the museum from the Leslie Science and Nature Center. 1-4pm. $11. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann St. 734-995-5439. aahom.org

14 SUNDAY Flight of the Passenger Pigeon Highlights the 100th anniversary of the death of the last passenger pigeon as a call to action for conservation, with a visit to the exhibit, A Shadow Over the Earth: The Life and Death of the Passenger Pigeon; an opportunity to fold origami passenger pigeons and more. 12-5pm. Museum of Natural History, 1109 Geddes Avenue.

734-764-0478. lsa.umich.edu Mason Jar Cozies - Create DIY cozies for your favorite canning jar turned to-go drink cup. 2-3pm. Malletts Branch, 3090 East Eisenhower Parkway. 734-327-8301. aadl.org Free

The Super Run - A family friendly fun run with a super hero theme! Upon registration you will receive your super run cape and super run bracelet. See brief pg. 6.

8:30am. $10 for 1K/$30 for 5K. Gallup Park, 3000 Fuller Road. thesuperrun.com 18

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17 WEDNESDAY Crafty Readers - Participate in making a reading poster, listening to stories, and have a snack. This event is great for kids in grades 2 and 3. Registration begins August 27. 4:30-5:30pm. Dexter District Library, 3255 Alpine Street, Dexter. dexter.lib.mi.us

20 SATURDAY Nature Tales - A Nutty Tale - Come for a story and learn about different ways you can watch wildlife. Includes live animal visits and an outdoor activity. 10-11am. $4/$3 members. Leslie Science & Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org Professor Ray’s Everyday ScienceMind Over Matter - Learn about the three states of matter and participate in interactive demonstrations. Also on Sunday, September 21.1-3pm. $11. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann St. aahom.org Autumn Adventure - A self-guided hike to look for early autumn flowers, seeds and signs that fall is here. Families can choose from three new self-guided booklets to explore the trails and the Gaffield Children’s Garden. 10am-12pm. Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. 734-647-7600. lsa.umich.edu Free Space Jam - A cartoon and live-action classic starring Michael Jordan, Bugs Bunny, and the rest of the Looney Toons.

11:45pm. $7 State Theatre, 223 S. State St. 734-761-8667. michtheater.org

21 SUNDAY Apples and Honey Fall Festival Activities for all ages including carnival style games, face painting, crafts, food, drinks, and vendor displays. 12-3pm.

Jewish Community Center, 2935 Birch Hollow Dr. 734-971-0990. jccannarbor.org A Musical Taste of Dexter - Enjoy tastes of fabulous food from Dexter area restaurants and caterers while enjoying the music of the Dexter Community Orchestra’s Chamber Ensembles. 2-6pm. $7. K of C Hall Dexter, 8265 Dexter-Chelsea Rd. Dexter. musicaltaste.dextercommunityorchestra.org

23 TUESDAY Craft: Banned Books Week - Using old books and different writing utensils create poems by highlighting only certain words and blackening out others.

7-8:30pm. Traverwood Branch, 3333 Traverwood Drive. 734-327-8301. aadl.org Free

24 WEDNESDAY Health and Wellness: Baby Massage - Registered Nurse and certified childbirth educator, demonstrates massage and sing songs for pre-crawling babies.

10-10:45am. Traverwood Branch, 3333 Traverwood Drive. 734-327-8301. aadl.org Free

Snow Queen Auditions - Roles for up to 25 young actors Grades 4-12. Auditions consist of theater games and cold readings from the script. Production dates: December 5-7. 1pm. Ann Arbor Civic Theatre Rehearsal Studio, 322 W. Ann St. 734-971-2228. a2ct.org

30 TUESDAY Breast Health: Meeting Your Needs as a Woman - There are many natural methods and little lifestyle changes that can help prevent breast cancer. This class will show you these methods and help you to be proactive. 10:30am-11:30am. Indigo Forest, 4121 Jackson Rd. 734-994-8010. theindigoforest.com Free

26 FRIDAY Poetry in the Garden - Come out for Poetry readings in the garden by Robert Hass and Brenda Hillman at White Lotus Farms. 7pm. White Lotus farms, 7217 West Liberty Rd. 734-707-1284. whitelotusfarms.com Free 30th annual South Lyon Area Pumpkin Fest - This weekend long event includes crafts, music and of course... pumpkins. Through September 28th. 10 Mile and Pontiac Trail, South Lyon. southlyonpumpkinfest.com

27 SATURDAY Harvest Festival - Join the farmers at White Lotus Farms for the end of the season vegetable harvest. Registration required.

5pm. $10. 7217 W Liberty Rd. 734-707-1284. whitelotusfarms.com Webster Fall Festival - The Webster Fall festival is a family-friendly event with hay rides, music, crafters, a rummage sale, an auction, a petting zoo, a children’s carnival, food, displays of antique equipment, historical buildings, baked goods and preserves, demonstrations including wool spinning and black smithing, and new this year an old time baseball game. 8am-7pm.

Webster United Church of Christ, 5484 Webster Church Rd. Dexter. websterfallfestival.org Kids Day at White Lotus Farms Kids Day is full of furry animal fun, when the little ones get to tour the farm and meet the farm animals. Frolic the farm and visit the market for fresh produce, cheeses and baked goods. 9:30am-3pm. White Lotus Farms, 7217 W. Liberty Rd. 734-707-1284. whitelotusfarms.com Saline Oktoberfest - German food and festivities for the whole family. Check out the Kinderplatz! Children’s Activity Area and Culinary Student Bake Sale.

10-11pm. Downtown Saline, Saline. salineoktoberfest.com

28 SUNDAY Curious George - With every swing and flip, George takes the audience through a musical live theatre adventure about friendship, fun and food. Grades K-2. 1:30pm. $12/$10 members. Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St. 734-668-8463. michtheater.org Safety Pin Bracelets - Make your own bracelets using safety pins, beads and elastic! 2-3pm. Pittsfield Branch, 3090 E. Eisenhower Pkwy. 734-327-4555. aadl.org Free

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HEALTH

Mondays

Yoga for Mamas - This is a postnatal and prenatal yoga class honoring pregnancy, motherhood, and our children.

Registration can be found on website.

Monday mornings through October 1.

5:45-7pm. $145-10 classes; $80-5 classes; $17-single class. Ann Arbor Integrative Therapies, 220 N. 5th Ave. 734-222-9023. a2integrativetherapies.com

Tuesdays

Preschool Story Time - A story followed by a hands-on science activity.

Designed for preschool age students Tuesdays through September. 9-10am. $11. Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, 220 E. Ann St. 734-995-5439. aahom.org Infant Feeding Drop In Support Group - Bring your new baby and join other parents with questions about breastfeeding. Tuesdays through November 25. 9:30-11:00am. $10. Lamaze Family Center: CB Classroom, 2855 Boardwalk Dr. 734-973-1014. lamazefamilycenter.org

Wednesdays

Young Yogis - Yoga aimed toward a younger age group. Wednesdays through December 20. 5:30-6:30pm. $125.

Peachy Fitness, 3350 Green Rd., Ann Arbor. 734-681-0477. peachyfitness.com

Fridays

Drop in Arts and Crafts - Bring the kids to Lamaze Family Center for arts and crafts. Supplies, space, and ideas are provided. Ages 0-5. Fridays through October 17. 10am-12pm. $5. Lamaze Family Center, 2855 Boardwalk.

734-973-1014. lamazefamilycenter.org

Saturdays

Raptor Feeding - Volunteers will be feeding birds like the Red-tailed Hawk and the Peregrine Falcon, and answering your questions after watching the birds in action, you’ll likely have quite a few. Saturdays through September. Leslie Science & Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 3-4pm. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org Free Rock N Tots Playgroup - Interactive songs, fun imaginative games, motor play and sensory stimulation. September 12 through October 17. 10am. $90 6-week session; second child $45. My Urban Toddler, 7025 Michigan Ave. 734-994-3628. myurbantoddler.com

EverDry is currently seeking high energy Marketing associates to staff various trade show events. We are expanding rapidly and are in need of several new associates to fill these positions. The ideal candidate should have the desire to work with the public.

Having your own transportation and a clean driving record a MUST! Flexible hours -- hourly wage, weekly and monthly bonuses, and travel reimbursement. No Selling Involved.

Be a part of a 28+ year company that is a member in good standing of the BBB.

ACTIVE BODY CHALLENGE starts Jun 2nd - 8 Week Fitness & Nutrition Program, Cash prizes in 4 categories nutritionbychoice.com or 734-707-7697​ Medical Massage for Muscular Pain.

67.50/half hour. AA. Hot towels, stone - 42.50 each.

Same Day. 740-743-7160.

STRESS REDUCTION, DEEP TISSUE, CMT 15 years of experience, into.

Massage special $45/ hr. AA Northside.

Call Jane 734-741-0761

SERVICES Full/ Part time infant care. Our

Northville Home or yours.

Experience Required. Email Ann43081@sbcglobal.net or call 614-901-2505

Massage Therapist: Currently Hiring Therapists to work at RelaxStation in downtown Ann Arbor. Free Parking, Flexible Hours, great team! 734-6231951 SERIOUS MOMS WANTED. We need serious & motivated people for expanding health and wellness industry. High speed internet/ phone essential. Free online training. iworkforfreedom.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS HERO MILES — to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at fisherhouse.org​

EDUCATION ARE YOUR CHILDREN INTERESTED IN ASTRONOMY? Do they like observing the moon, planets and stars? GO TO www.YoungAstronomer.org

EVENTS Stargazing Peach Mountain Observatory Ann Arbor September 20th Directions: http://www.umich. edu/~lowbrows/calendar/ regular.html Observatory Opens at Sunset, Free admission and parking

FOR SALE Independent Damsel PRO selling self defense products for more info go to www. mydefensepro.net/PRO5883

Massage: Walk-in Appointments Available. Free Parking. Make some time for yourself! Come in stressed leave refreshed. RelaxStation.

734-623-1951 Birth Trauma and Pregnant Massage Sher, 740-743-7160 - 85/hr + Hot Towel 42.50/hr. Same Day. AA. CCs accepted.

Victorian atmosphere.

Give Hope. Become a Foster Parent. Attend a free training today to learn more! For more information: www.judsoncenter.org or 313-255-8272.

Lifecoach Q.August/ CueTheCoach LLC. Themed Parenting Workshops Superhero or My House Is A Zoo Free w/$25 supply kit purchase CUETHECOACH.net

Call Rachellyn 419.244.9859

to sell your stuff today

FUN FREE Fitness! M & W 6:30pm off Packard Rd. All ages & skill levels welcome. nutritionbychoice.com 734-707-7697 The Newcomers Coterie Club of Ann Arbor provides a friendly social contact for new and returning residents to the Ann Arbor area, as well as a new social outlet for established residents. Visit annarbornewcomersclub.com

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