Hooray for Family Central Texas January 2023

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January 2023

FREE!

Years Serving

We celebrate 20 years serving Central Texas!

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NEW YEAR NEW LOCATION

We’re moving!

The new location will now be Hewitt Kids Dental 113 Burnett Ct., Woodway, TX

Schedule an Appointment Today! 254-224-6008

Colleen Segall, D.M.D.

Board Certiied Pediatric Dentist

Aaron Blackwelder, D.D.S., M.S. Board-Certiied Pediatric Dentist

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Dyslexia Therapy Services for All Ages NOW PROVIDING: DYSLEXIA EVALUATIONS by a licensed dyslexia therapist DYSLEXIA THERAPY SERVICES SPECIALIZED READING INTERVENTION for all ages.

Call for more information.

Speech & Language Therapy Free Screenings Medicaid and most insurances accepted.

Specializing in the treatment of: Autism Articulation Oral Expression Auditory Comprehension Reading Deficits Language Deficits Stuttering Developmental Delays

Academic Tutoring Math Reading Study Skills Writing Spelling Comprehension Tutoring services are performed by certified teachers and are conducted during or after school hours.

Phone: 254-235-1850 Fax: 254-235-4879

7545 Bosque Blvd., Waco, TX

info@therapygroupofwaco.com www.therapygroupofwaco.com

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WORLD-CLASS TRAINING FACILITY AND STAFF! CHEER - TUMBLE - FITNESS

After School Programs Birthday Parties Open Gym: Fridays - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

907 E. 13th Ave., Belton (across from Summer Fun) 254-939-9900 www.powerhousecheer-fitness.com

Now Booking Family Portraits

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Express Yourself...With the Art of Dance!

Ballet Pointe Tap Jazz Contemporary Hip-Hop Acrobatics Pom Musical Theatre

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Publisher: Michele Berger Creative Director: Jerri Denson Office Manager: Melissa Talbert Contributing Writer: Jessa McClure

254-776-1672

16200 Badger Ranch Blvd.

Woodway, TX

www.expressionsdance.studio

Owner/ Instructor Jenni Holley, B.A. Dance & Theatre Certified Dance Masters of America

Birthday Parties Date Nights Team Building

Advertising Information: Michele Berger (254)723-3696 Next Deadline February 6th For March & April Issues Contact us Phone: (254)723-3696 office@bergerpublishing.com

Hooray For Family™ 2023.

All copy, photographs and information contained herein is protected by copyright and is not to be reproduced. Publisher reserves the right to decline any advertisements.

1007 Wooded Acres Dr, Waco, TX

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W D! NO ITE L OL LIM R S EN E I C A SP

The Tutoring Center

*Offer ends March 1, 2023

Reading Math Writing Study Skills Algebra I

VS.

All ONE-to-ONE Instruction!

Geometry Algebra II Alg

254-245-8717 CALL TODAY for more information or to schedule your child's FREE testing appointment.

www.tutoringcenter.com

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3700 South W.S. Young Dr., #111 Killeen, TX 76542

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Featured Cover Spotlight

By Jessa McClure

Hooray for 20 years! Our publication has been a fixture in the community for two decades, thanks to the support of Central Texas families. Publisher, Michele Berger reflects on how the magazine has evolved over time and how consistency and dependability have kept the presses pressing when it comes to Hooray for Family.

“When I started (in 2002) there was nothing like [Hooray for Family] in Waco,” she said. “I was a young mother with small children and wanted one place where I could find resources. So, I created a resource guide completely designed for parents.”

The publication helps families find everything from fun birthday party venues to summer camp opportunities to the best doctors and dentists in the area, and many more.

And some of those businesses have been with the publication since the beginning. Berger wants to give a special shoutout to: Smarty Pants, Flips Gymnastics, Family Martial Arts, Joy’s School of Dance and Texas Dynasty for their continued support.

“Over the years we’ve developed friendships with our advertisers,” she said. “Those friendships have come out of our consistency and dependability. I hear all the time that we’re easy to work with.”

Hooray for Family has helped countless small businesses get off the ground by providing an affordable vehicle to advertise their goods and services. And those businesses have thrived and grown because of that exposure.

Leslie Engledow, who owns Smarty Pants Resale Boutique said: “Hooray for Family has helped grow our business for 20 years! Their staff is amazing and consistently makes our job so stress-free. I can trust them to deliver the publications on time and to promote our business online and on social media. We will continue to do business with them for many years to come. “ But it’s not just mom and pop businesses that benefit from Hooray for Family. It’s also the parents and families that call Central Texas home. When they pick up one of the 15,000 copies that are distributed monthly in McLennan and Bell Counties, they are connected to the resources they need as well as giveaways and fun, family events.

“We’ve been giving away something every Wednesday (on “It’s Hooray for WINSday!”) for ten years,” Berger said. “And we send out a weekly newsletter that is full of events for kids for the upcoming week.”

We hope that you will join us in celebration and continue to rely on our publication as a valuable resource to your family!

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Tickets only $10 for individuals | *$8 per person for groups of 12 or more! *Additional school group discounts may apply.

Educational Tours Now Available

Come see the home of the Baylor Bears from a different perspective with a 90-minute tour!

McLane Stadium is also Central Texas’ state-of-the-art sports and entertainment venue.

The tour includes:

Baylor Locker Room | Recruit Lounge | Post-Game Interview Room | Press Box | Presidential Level | Field

Birthday Parties at McLane Stadium Party with Field Access

Touchdown Alley Party

(Located in the heart of the McLane Stadium tailgating area)

Contact us for more information & pricing:

254-710-8104 or operations@mclanestadium.com 1001 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Waco, TX

www.MclaneStadium.com

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MONDAYS Baby Time (ages birth to 1 yr.)

Blended story time (ages 1 - 5)

Teaching the "Joy" of Dance for Over 40 Years, a Waco Tradition

TUESDAYS

Ballet Tap Jazz Hip Hop Contemporary Modern Musical Theater Dance/Drill Team Prep Mommy & Me Ballet Boys Hip Hop

Toddler Time (ages 1-3) Early Literacy (ages 3-5)

Exceptional Dance Training

Ages one - adult

3RD SSATURDAY Blended story time (ages 1 - 5)

Award Winning Dance Studio

Please see website for times and location

(254) 776-1797 254-666-2442 200 Patriot Court, Hewitt, TX www.cityofhewitt.com

www.jsodwaco.com

Four Locations!

Register Now!

969 Marlandwood Dr., Temple, TX | 254.744.1842 403 N Bumblebee Dr., Little River Academy, TX | 254.982.0200 711 Lovers Lane, Gatesville, TX | 254.865.7380 213 N Central, Troy, TX | 254.982.0200

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Thanks Waco!

254-776-6248

Voted Best Cheer Program & Best Place to Host Playgroups & Birthday Parties

800 Schroeder Ste. C, Waco, TX

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www.txdynasty.com

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Register Now! . .

Ballet Tap Jazz Lyrical . Pointe

“Quality Dance Training with the Patience Your Child Deserves”

No Registratio n Fee!

254-744-1310

HEAD START | ENROLL NOW Free Programs for Eligible 0 - 5 Year Olds Includes children with disabilities and pregnant moms

Early Literacy Program | Texas School Ready Participant

“Community Choices in Children’s Care”

Accepting applications for employment at: terra.scott@ct4c.org “We are committed to building stronger Central Texas communities, one child and family at a time.”

Head Start is a Pre-School program for ages 0 - 5 years (including prenatal moms), also including children with disabilities.

Head Start es un programa de Pre Escolar para las edades de 0 - 5 incluyen a niños con discapacidades.

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Services provided: Social Educational Dental Nutritional Health Disability Main Office, Temple: 504 N. 5th St. Temple: 1100 S. 33rd St. Killeen: 802 N. 2nd St. Belton: 800 Shady Lane #733

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254-778-0489 254-215-6178 254-501-9232 254-939-9335

Start the New Year off strong with Self-Confidence, Self-Esteem & Self-Discipline!

Family Martial Arts THE FAMILY THAT KICKS TOGETHER STICKS TOGETHER!

Martial Arts for All Ages Starting at 18 Months!

Mention this ad and receive a FREE 30-day V.I.P. Pass!

Two Locations!

7005 Woodway Dr., Woodway, TX 254-772-KICK (5425) (across from Regal Jewel Theater)

10201 China Spring Rd., Waco, TX 254-836-0999 (across from McDonalds)

www.familymartialartsoftexas.com Call 254-723-3696 for Advertising Information

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FOREVER FA M I L I E S Community partners helping local children find a brighter future

By Jessa McCLure

Timothy

Photography by Lewis Guapo of Wolves Photography

Timothy is an 11-year-old boy with a big smile and an even bigger heart. He cares deeply for his family and friends and enjoys making others happy. He can be shy initially, but once he gets to know someone, his humor comes through. This polite and respectful preteen is a die-hard football fan and hopes to someday play professionally. He knows that it takes a lot of dedication and hard work, and he’s willing to do what it takes to achieve his goals.

He would do best in a two-parent home where there was an emphasis on structure and play. Timothy would love an active family that is loving and kind and helps him to grow into a successful young man.

He would also love a forever family that would allow and encourage him to maintain contact with his biological sibling who is already in an adoptive placement.

If you’re interested in adopting Timothy or learning more about adoption, visit www.partnershipsforchildren.org/heartgallery/timothy-2.

MODERN MEDIA COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHT

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1st & 3rd Thursday of the month 4 - 5:30 p.m.

Come & go as you please.

Challenge yourself to code for an hour each month!

Teen & Tween Manga & Anime Club Ages 10 - 18 1 & 3 Saturday of the month 10 - 11 a.m. st

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Watch Anime Discuss Manga with Friends Fun Anime & Manga themed Crafts

Teen Advisory Board Teen Leaders for Teen Programming Ages 12 - 18 3rd Tuesday of the month | 5 - 6 p.m.

1st & 3rd Saturday of the month

2 - 3:30 p.m.

200 Patriot Court, Hewitt, TX | 254-666-2442

Sign up on our events calendar! www.cityofhewitt.com

Local Company with Great Service

Stock Show Season is Here!

Come see us for a variety of blankets, halters, clipper blades and Show Day products!

254-752-0777 | 9030 China Spring Hwy., Waco, TX | www.ChinaSpringCountryStore.com

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FLIPS

GYMNASTICS

Resale Boutique

Be a

Quality Gymnastics for All Ages

Enroll Now for Classes!

Shop with us!

29 Years in

Waco!

We pay CA$H or CREDIT on your gently used baby equipment • bouncers • pack & plays cribs • high chairs • and so much more!

We accept baby clothes up to a child’s size 20 and maternity clothes!

A S K ABO UT OUR LOYALTY PR OG RAM !

4316 W. Waco Drive next to la bella salon and jason’s deli Connect with us! www.smartypantswaco.com

254-776-2200

4310 West Waco Drive (in Brazos Place Center)

www.practicallypikassowaco.com

Birthday Parties Recreational Classes Cheer/Tumble Classes Tumbling Classes Preschool Field Trips www.FlipsWaco.com 6933 Woodway Dr., Waco 254-776-2150

Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday, 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Sunday, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

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Children’s Entertainment

Birthday Parties Special Events Face Painting Photos Packages Available Mascot Characters

254-265-6237

4600 Franklin Ave., Waco onceuponachildwaco.com

254-338-3524 www.tootytot.com

Visit us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/tootytot254 ~ Habla Espanol

Bosque Valley Children’s Services Where our children’s future begins!

We serve children at home, in daycares, Head Start centers, or our conveniently located clinic.

Speech & Language Therapies Physical Therapy | Occupational Therapy

Online Reservations at 254-304-4727 1621 N. Valley Mills Dr. Waco, TX www.paintingwithatwist.com/waco ALL THAT JAZZ

D Neint anc w o t e: Ye he ar !

Superior Training Budget-Friendly

Year-Round Rregistration!

Classical Ballet Pointe Jazz Tap Private Lessons Adult Classes Lyrical Modern Pilates Hip Hop

www.wacodance.com

Child Care Center Now Offering Drop-In Services Call for more information.

*Medicaid & most private insurances accepted. www.bvchildrensservices.com 2124 N. 25th St., Waco, TX 254-235-2430

Never put a baby to bed with a bottle.

Birth - 18 years Comprehensive Orthodontics Available

254-690-3380

1201 South W.S. Young Dr., Killeen www.KilleenPediatricDentistry.com

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The Arc of McLennan County is dedicated to expanding opportunities, care, and support for persons and families impacted by intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Children ages 5 - 22 After School Care Summer Day Camp

Adults

The Opportunity Center

(a day program for adults on the autism spectrum)

Money Management Social Groups Counseling

254 756-7491

www.wacoarc.org

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4901 Lakewood Drive, Waco, TX

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Start 2023 Smiling!

Tjel Olson, D.M.D. General Dentistry Limited to Children Aaron Blackwelder, D.D.S., M.S. Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Manuel Marien, Jr., D.D.S. Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Alex Piedra, D.D.S. Board Eligible Pediatric Dentist

254-771-5701

2122 Birdcreek Dr., Temple, TX

www.TempleKidsDental.com

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Complimentary Consultation | No-Interest Financing | Most Insurances Accepted

Josh M. Knowles, D.D.S., M.S.D. Board-Certiied Orthodontist

254-773-8028 | 209 Hilliard Rd. | Temple, TX