Memphis Parent, October 2017

OCTOBER 2017

T H E W O M E N ’ S H E A LT H I S S U E

WOMEN’S HEALTH:

TIPS FOR SAFE TRICK-OR TREATING

THE BALANCING ACT OF EMOTIONAL WELLNESS

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PROMOTING TODDLER INDEPENDENCE

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10 Dear Teacher Preparing for parentteacher conferences

12 Early Years Promoting independence from toddlers to tweens 14 Teen Talk Launching into adulthood

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STAFF NOTE

ADAPT. ADJUST. OVERCOME. MICHELLE McKISSACK

michelle@memphisparent.com

Those three words seem to tidily sum up my approach to parenting because you never know what’s going to happen when dealing with kids.

That picture perfect look of me with my children enjoying the Delta Fair last month is a perfect example. My husband and I took our three children who are still at home with us on our annual trek to the fair (our oldest is away at college). We ate corn dogs, they rode rides and we generally had an awesome time. My main job was holding all of their stuff while they were on the rides including that stuffed animal that only took $25 to “win” at a game of chance.

My treat for enduring the blazing sun while walking around for endless hours was a funnel cake and washing it down with a tall glass of lemonade.

But shortly after that picture was taken as we walked to our car, my son (I won’t call out which one) offered to “help me” and hold my funnel cake while I reached in my purse to answer my phone. Well, as fate would have it, he promptly dropped my funnel cake on the ground and looked at me with a bewildered face. I nearly blew a gasket! That was the one thing I held out for until the end of the fair so that I could savor it on the car ride home. I deserved it for being an awesome mom. Instead I sat in silence for the next 20 minutes fuming while sipping on my lemonade The moral of the story is just to roll with it. And the happy ending to the story is that as I pen this editor’s note, the Mid-South Fair is around the corner and my family and me will do the same song and dance again going to the fair, but this time I will hold my own funnel cake!

Happy Parenting!

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WHO DOESN’T LOVE A PARADE? October 7

Come out to the annual Dia de los Muertos celebration and view its first parade to mark the traditional Mexican holiday. Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead celebrates and honors friends and family members who have passed away. The mission of the Memphis festival is to preserve and communicate the cultural heritage of Dia de los Muertos and its importance, and to strengthen the cultural identity of Memphis’ Latino community.

Parade kicks off at 10:30 a.m. in Overton Square and ends at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art for a daylong festival. Find parade route and more details at brooksmuseum.org. Admission is free.

FEELING A LITTLE CRAFTY? October 13-15

Visit the 45th Annual Pink Palace Crafts Fair at Audubon Park. Festivities begin at 10 a.m. each day. The family-friendly fair features a children's area with rides and activities, live entertainment, demos by craftsmen, vendors, and food. $9/adult. $3/child under 12. Visit memphismuseums.org for more info.

GET A SCARE ON THE SQUARE! October 27

Bring your little ones out to trick-or-treat with the merchants in Collierville’s Historic Town Square and then join for games and crafts with the Junior Auxiliary (JA) of Collierville. 4:30-6 p.m. Free.

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Explore RiverArtsFest in the South Main Arts District. Insider Memphis Parent tip: Visit on Friday evening for free! But on Saturday and Sunday, it’s only $5 to get in to this street celebration of fine arts and local music with live artists’ demos and hands-on art activities. Plus it’s free for kids 10 and under no matter when you go. Visit riverartsmemphis.org for details.

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What Causes the Pain?

Most pain associated with periods is caused by chemicals in your body called prostaglandins. These chemicals are released by different bodily cells in response to both bleeding and inflammation. They cause muscle spasm (cramping) and pain. Women who have more painful cycles tend to produce more of a prostaglandin named PGF2-alpha. The standard treatment for this kind of pain — called primary dysmenorrhea — is to take either NSAIDs (like ibuprofen or naproxen) or to use artificial hormones (like birth control pills/shots) to reduce the pain and cramping associated with the period. These treatments can be effective, but do not look for or address the underlying cause of the pain and can have significant side effects.

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Endometriosis — a condition in which the cells of the uterine lining grow on other parts of the pelvis — is the other most common underlying cause of painful periods. This disease is more difficult to diagnose because it usually requires laparoscopic surgery to be sure. Most GYN doctors do not specialize in treating endometriosis surgically but will do a simple excision using electricity to burn the endometriosis that they see during the diagnostic surgery. Endometriosis needs to be completely removed — preferably using a CO2 laser — to prevent recurrence and lower the chance of scar tissue formation. This is important for both pain relief and future fertility, as endometriosis is also associated with an increased risk of both infertility and miscarriage.

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WHAT’S COOKIN’

9 RED-HOT TIPS FOR FROZEN DINNERS

By SANDI HAUSTEIN

Does putting together a full meal on your busy weeknights sound too daunting? If so, consider stocking your freezer with several meal-starters to help save you time and money.

Even if you don’t enjoy cooking, making a few treasures for your freezer is an easy investment of your time now that will help later when you need a quick meal for your family. Here are nine meal-starters you can put in your freezer for a busy day.

1. SMOOTHIES. Don’t pay big bucks for the brand-name smoothie kits in your grocery store’s freezer section. Make your own by combining your favorite fruits, some yogurt, and maybe a handful of spinach (you won’t taste it).

Package up your smoothie kits in quart-sized Ziploc bags, and all you’ll have to do in the morning is take one out and throw it in the blender with some water, juice, or milk. Voila! You have a yummy smoothie at the ready.

2. BURRITOS. If you like breakfast burritos, cook up a batch of scrambled eggs, add sausage or bacon and cheese, and fold it up in a tortilla. For regular burritos, put a layer of refried beans on a tortilla, add your choice of taco meat, and top it off with cheese. Wrap your burritos individually in aluminum foil and freeze them in a Ziploc bag. When you’re ready to eat one, remove the foil, wrap the burrito back up in a paper towel and heat it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

3. SANDWICHES. Get ahead with your children’s lunches by making your own PB&Js and freezing them in individual sandwich bags. Ham or turkey work, too, if you hold the mayo (try a little butter for moisture instead). The frozen

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sandwich acts as an ice pack for the rest of the lunch but thaws by noon.

4. TACO MEAT. Whether you use prepackaged or homemade taco seasoning, nothing can help get a meal on the table faster than having some frozen taco meat on hand. Think beyond just tacos and serve your Mexicaninspired meat in quesadillas or burritos; on top of chips as nachos; in a salad; or over rice with beans, cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole. You can even throw it in your vegetable soup to add an extra dimension of flavor.

5. GRILLED OR SHREDDED CHICKEN. Cook chicken breasts in water on the stove or in a crockpot, or fire them up on the grill. Cut or shred the cooked chicken into small pieces, and package in 2-cup portions. These little poultry packages can be defrosted in a hurry and used in any recipe that calls for precooked chicken like a chicken casserole, chicken salad, or white chili.

6. MEATBALLS. With meatballs in your freezer, you’re set for a variety of dishes based on the sauce you choose for your meal. From barbecue to spaghetti sauce, from sweet & sour to a creamy Swedish

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sauce, meatballs can be prepared to suit your pickiest eater. Cook up a huge batch of your favorite meatballs and flash-freeze them: Arrange the cooked meatballs one inch apart on a cookie sheet and leave them, uncovered, in the freezer for an hour. Then, pop them off the cookie sheet and package them up in meal-sized portions. When you’re ready for a meatball meal, reheat one of your packages, add your favorite sauce, and serve them over pasta or rice.

7. SPAGHETTI SAUCE. Does your family love pasta? Make a huge batch of homemade sauce and freeze it in meal-sized portions. All you’ll need to do on spaghetti night is defrost your sauce, boil some pasta, and throw together a salad.

8. SHREDDED MEAT. Cook a pork roast in your slow cooker with some garlic, salt, and pepper. Then shred it with two forks and freeze it to use as barbecue or in pork carnitas. Or slow cook a chuck roast with a bottle of pepperoncini peppers, shred it, and freeze the meat to make killer spicy beef sandwiches later.

9. MARINATED MEATS. With bottled or homemade marinades, you can fix teriyaki chicken, seasoned steaks, or pork souvlaki for your family at any time. Put your favorite meat in a freezer bag, pour enough marinade to cover it, zip it up, and stick it in the freezer.

When you want to use it in a meal, take it out the night before and put the bag in the fridge to marinate while it thaws.

Once your meat is fully defrosted, drain off the marinade and grill, bake, or even stir-fry the seasoned meat.

With homemade meal-starter kits in your freezer, you’ll be less likely to go through the drive-thru or to run up your grocery bill with Stouffer’s lasagnas.

Instead, when that 5 o’clock hour rolls around and your kids ask that inevitable “What’s for dinner?” question, you’ll look inside your freezer and smile.

Sandi Haustein is a freelance writer and mom of four.

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DEAR TEACHER

By PEGGY GISLER AND MARGE EBERTS

FINDING QUALITY FAMILY TIME Our family life is frenetic with work, carpooling, attending meetings, shopping, and all the children's activities. I just don't think we spend enough quality time with our elementary and middle school children. I keep reading about how having family time together plays into our children's success in school and even in later life. How can we find more quality family time?

— For Family Time Mental health experts will agree with you that quality family time is important. Besides increasing the bond between parents and children, it also makes for wonderful memories and leads to more positive behavior in children as well as success in school.

More and more parents, like you, are seeking ways to increase family time. It does take effort; there is no question about that. One of the best

ways to begin is by making time for a family dinner. Parents might need to go to work earlier, and children may need to cut down the time spent on an activity. While it might not be possible for everyone to eat together every night, it should be possible to do so a few nights a week. Additionally, the family dinner needs to be a pleasant time where members share experiences. There should be rules, such as: no television or phones, and no discussions of disciplinary issues.

One time that is free for most families is brunch time on Sunday. This is another way to spend quality time with your children. Quality time can also be increased if both parents and children limit their activities. For example, a parent can drop out of a club, and children can reduce the number of their activities.

Another way to increase quality time is for both parents to initiate dates with individual children. Sharing chores, with parents and children working together, is another opportunity for quality family time. A particularly sweet family time opportunity is to initiate bedtime chats with your children, especially younger ones.

QUESTIONS THAT EXPLAINING SHOULD BE PHONEMIC ANSWERED AT AWARENESS CONFERENCES How can I make the most of parent/teacher conferences and what should I learn at them? — Wondering You should expect answers to most of the following questions. Be sure to take notes to help you remember what has been discussed. ★ What achievement or competency tests has my child taken in the past year? What do his or her scores on these tests mean? ★ What is my child’s ability level? ★ Is my child working at above or below grade-level in such subjects as reading, mathematics, and language arts? ★ What group or groups is my child in? Why? ★ What are my child’s special strengths and weaknesses in his or her major subjects? ★ How would you describe my child’s work habits? Does he or she regularly complete classwork and homework? ★ Can we look over some of my child’s work together? ★ Are there discipline problems? How can they be improved or eliminated? ★ How well does my child get along with classmates and with the teacher? ★ Does my child need any special help with schoolwork or social adjustment? Who can provide this help? ★ What are the teacher’s recommendations for specific ways in which my child can improve his or her performance at school? ★ How can I help my child with any problem areas?

My daughter is working on phonemic awareness as part of her language arts block. What is phonemic awareness? How does it involve consonants and vowels? — Confused

Phonemic awareness is a broad skill that includes identifying and manipulating speech sounds in English. The sounds of the English language are grouped into one of 40 or more speech sounds, and all sounds will fall into one of two categories: either a consonant sound or a vowel sound.

There are 25 consonant sounds and 15 vowel sounds.

If you are wondering what the difference is between a consonant sound and a vowel sound, it is the restriction of the flow of air when making the sound. Consonant sounds restrict the flow of air during production. For example, say "p," "f," or "t." However, when making a vowel sound, either long or short, the air flow is not restricted as you make the sounds "e," "a," or "o." Put your hands on your voice box and try saying a few consonant and vowel sounds, and you will be able to feel the difference.

Phonemic awareness is an essential skill that children need to have, both to be ready to read and to become readers in the lower elementary grades. Children with this skill are able to rhyme words and to recognize words with the same initial sounds, like "bad," "back," and "ball."

Parents can help children develop phonemic awareness by reading them books with rhymes and playing rhyming games. They can also ask them to identify words that begin with the same sound.

Parents should send questions and comments to dearteacher@dearteacher.com or ask them on the columnists’ website at dearteacher.com. ©Compass Syndicate Corporation, 2017. Distributed by King Features Syndicate.

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EARLY YEARS

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As a mom of kids ranging from 2 to 12, I realize how quickly time flies. I love watching them grow, trying new things, and discovering their passions. As a parent, it can be hard to let them struggle through, or even fail at, experiences outside their comfort zone. However, those experiences develop confidence and independence, which is valuable in raising children. I want to raise self-sufficient adults and that means I need to start training them now. Here are some ideas to help kids naturally develop the independence needed to be confident and responsible adults.

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CREATE A HELPER. Toddlers and preschoolers love to follow their parents around the house, so why not have them help with the chores? They can help put clothes in the dryer, match socks, sweep the floor, or assist in any other task. They may not be able to do chores independently or have household responsibilities yet, but taking the extra time now lays the groundwork for the future.

GIVE OPPORTUNITIES. During the preschool years, kids typically show an interest in trying self-care tasks themselves. It may be easier (and faster) to tie your child’s shoes, zip up their coat, make their lunch, and buckle their seatbelt, but allowing your child to try these things on their own helps them become more independent. Consider starting the preparation for your day 15 minutes earlier to allow time for your child to try some things on his or her own. If frustration arises, remain calm and ask if they would like help. Instead of just completing the task for them, take time to teach them how to do it so they can try again tomorrow.

PROBLEM-SOLVE. Problem-solving skills begin to develop at a young age. Toddlers and preschoolers will often get frustrated when things don’t go their way, and it may result in a temper tantrum. While this is age-appropriate, parents can begin to help their children develop problem-solving skills by calmly suggesting solutions to what is upsetting them. Have your child come up with ideas to solve the problem and when possible help them work through it on their own.

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THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL YEARS (AGES 6-11)

CREATE A HELPER. For elementary age kids, you can advance what was done in the preschool years. I will assign my child a chore like washing windows, vacuuming, or putting away dishes, and since they have helped me with these tasks for years they no longer need my assistance. If they are reluctant to do chores, I make a list of things that need to be done and have them choose a few things they would like to do. When they are done, they will have free time for electronics, outside play, or something they have been looking forward to. Chores teach kids to be independent and responsible.

GIVE OPPORTUNITIES. Give your child more opportunities to be independent as they mature. This may look different depending on your child’s age and maturity, but some ideas may be ordering and paying for their food at a restaurant, riding their bike home from school, packing their own lunch, or trying a new extracurricular activity.

Each opportunity, even a challenging one, helps your child become self-sufficient and develop more independence.

PROBLEM-SOLVE. Elementary school kids will begin to face bigger problems that may include challenging friendships, struggles with schoolwork, or even bullying.

Foster good communication with your child and help them come up with solutions they are comfortable with. Cheer them on when they are able to work through obstacles.

BONUS TIP FOR THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL YEARS Do your best not to criticize your child’s efforts but instead praise them for doing their best.

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WHAT AGE SHOULD CHILDREN

FIRST SEE THEIR PEDIATRIC DENTIST? AGE 5 AGE 3 AGE 1 Yes, that’s right!

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TEEN TALK

BITTERSWEET BONDING

Get your teen ready to launch into adulthood during the high school years

By CHRISTINA KATZ

Don't hold onto your teens too tightly, parents. The high school years are meant to be a preparation to launch them from home out into the world. Loving but sometimes misguided parents, unconsciously clip their children’s wings because they couldn't cope with the uncomfortable feelings that come with letting go. Your goal is to stay alert as you bravely prepare for a separation that is inevitable.

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There are ways to keep teens close to your heart while gently encouraging the independence that will help them grow the wings they will need to soar out into a world full of happy life choices.

ILLUMINATE PATHS TO EARNING Most teens like money. To a teenager, money means, among other things, freedom. Modern money skills include exploring the possible ways to earn as well as the savvy ways to save, spend, and invest. If you find you spend a lot of time discussing managing money, maybe it's time to educate yourself on current paths to earning. Try to keep your fearful assumptions about possible career paths in check. If your teen is an artist, explore the plethora of online earning opportunities that exist today. If your teen enjoys physical movement, research the jobs that allow her to be on her feet rather than sitting behind a desk. And try not to obsess about future job security. Get a career counselor involved to help your teen explore jobs that maximize her natural talents and curiosities.

CREATE A SAY ANYTHING SPACE Don't shy away from serious topics with your teen. Drugs, alcohol, date rape, sexual assault, gender identity, sexual preference, and birth control are just a few topics that need to be faced squarely and discussed openly with your teen before he leaves home.

One way to broach these topics might be to watch and discuss topical films together that you wouldn't necessarily share with younger children. The key here is to establish an open door of communication through which no topics are off-limits. If this makes you squeamish, it's time to deal with uncomfortable topics whether you like them or not. Everyone in the family will likely become more accepting,

mature, and open-minded thanks to your willingness to open up.

INTERRUPT ANXIETY WITH SPONTANEITY Making the leap from home into the big, wide world is a major life transition that can trigger worry. A helpful technique for any parent to learn to help break the cycle of negative thinking is anxiety interruption. When you notice the tight shoulders or the snappy disposition, why not suggest a little walk or drive or maybe even a spontaneous shopping trip. This may seem like a strange parenting habit but what you are helping your teen do is break the cycle of stress before it starts affecting the decision-making process. Focusing constantly on the problems at hand blocks spontaneous solutions from bubbling up.

EMPHASIZE WAYS TO DECOMPRESS Anticipate alone-time shortages, especially during the emotionally intense graduation year. Then strive to instill self-reflection, self-care, and self-expression, so these habits will be there to comfort your teen in the future. Writing, drawing, biking, and knitting all induce a state of creative flow. As the departure date to leave home approaches, you may notice teens are more absorbed with friends and social activities than interested in spending time alone.

But moments of quality down time are when people connect with inner guidance and are crucial to leading a healthy, well-rounded life. And remember, if you want your teen to discover and follow his bliss, you are going to have to set a good example.

Your hobbies will come in handy, as you both cope with the natural feelings of grief that are sure to arise as you and your teen prepare to part on happy terms.

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EXPLORE BRANSON

An Ozark Mountain vacation with stunning scenery and so much more.

By MICHELLE MCKISSACK

One of the top family vacation destinations in the country is just a 5-hour drive from Memphis, making for a great, fall break getaway. An estimated 7 million people visit Branson, Missouri every year.

Despite Branson being known as the “live entertainment capitol of the world” with over 100 live shows, this city tucked into the Ozark Mountains in Missouri offers so much more. The family-friendly entertainment ranges from natural attractions like the three lakes near Branson: Table Rock Lake, Bull Shoals Lake and Lake Taneycomo to cave tours and golf designed for the entire family to play. Check out below a sampling of what Branson has to offer:

LODGING From campgrounds and RVs to hotels, motels, cabins and upscale lodging, there are hundreds of options that fit virtually any style or budget. A popular destination with a lot of visitors is Johnny Morris’ Big Cedar Lodge. It was voted the best resort in the Midwest by Travel + Leisure readers. The sprawling resort includes a marina for fishing, canoeing, swimming, water skiing, nature trails and more. It’s also home to two golf courses on which the PGA TOUR Champions Legends of Golf is played each spring – one authored by famed golfer, Jack Nicklaus. The new family-friendly Fun Mountain and its Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum is a must-visit.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Three lakes (Table Rock Lake, Bull Shoals Lake and Lake Taneycomo), boating, water sports, bass and trout fishing, zip lining, hiking, biking, rock climbing, shooting clay targets, camping, traditional and mini golf, go-cart tracks, and more await. Outdoor adventure and nature lovers flock to the Branson/Lakes Area, a place where there are so many options that it’s impossible to do it all.

DIVERSE OPTIONS Branson/Lakes Area charm extends to attractions like Silver Dollar City, an 1880s themed amusement park that is nearly 55 years old and lost none of its popularity, regularly adding new attractions; Ballparks of America, where replica MLB stadiums welcome thousands of players and games annually; live entertainment theaters with music, comedy, acrobatics and drama shows; stunning Titanic Museum; historic downtown including Dick’s 5 and 10 and the 105-year-old BransonDiner; and modern amenities like Branson Landing, the waterfront town center style shopping and upscale F&B venue.

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GEARING UP FOR A MONTH OF FUN.

By MICHELLE MCKISSACK

Trick or Treat! Trick or Treat! Give me something good to eat!

The annual rite of passage for kids looking to get a sugar rush is right around the corner. But you don’t have to wait until October 31 to satiate the sweet tooth.

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Halloween or fall harvest festivals abound in Memphis and surrounding communities in the coming weeks. Highlighted below are Zoo Boo, an annaul favorite of frightening fun, and Shelby Farms’ month of festivites. Now you can justify spending all that money on costumes or the time spent in creating the adorably spooky ensembles...you can wear the costumes over and over again when you take in all the Halloween fun around town.

ZOO BOO

October 20-22 and October 27-31 Enjoy eight nights of fright at the Memphis Zoo! Zoo Boo runs from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. each evening of Zoo Boo. There will be 25 frighteningly fun activities including: free kiddie rides, a virtual costume contest, crafts, a haunted hayride, magic show, Dracula’s Disco, a frightening forest trail, and much, much more.

Cost: Advance Ticekts $10/members $13/nonmembers Day of ticets: $12/members $15/non-members.

What to know before you go: opening weekend is the least crowded.

Saturday nights are the busiest nights.

Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Get there early.

Cat House Cafe will be open for dinnner and snacks.

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SPOOKY NIGHTS AT SHELBY FARMS PARK

Shelby Farms Park normally closes at sunset, but you can experience the Park after dark at the special programs below! Visit shelbyfarmspark.org/park-afterdark for more information.

SPOOK-TACULAR DOUBLE FEATURE October 13th 6:15 p.m. | Hocus Pocus 8:15 p.m. | Friday the 13th *Please note Friday the 13th is rated R. Viewing regulation is at parent’s discretion.

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A SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN Tips to keep kids safe while trick-or-treating

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PARK + PAJAMAS CAMPOUT This event gives families a chance to explore the great outdoors together with exciting activities, including campfire cooking, guided nocturnal nature hikes and more. Your registration fee includes includes breakfast, Special Halloween-themed snacks + all activities throughout the event! This camp out is family-friendly; therefore, participants are prohibited from bringing alcohol to this event.

When: Friday-Saturday, October 20-21, 2017 | 6pm 9am COST: $8 per person (Park members) | $10 per person (Nonmembers) STARGAZING NIGHTS Get a closer look at the night sky with some help from the Memphis Astronomical Society (MAS)! MAS will provide telescopes to help visitors view various constellations, planets and star clusters. You can check out the moon, Jupiter, Bee Hive star cluster, Big Dipper, North Star and various other star clusters.

Light refreshments will be served.

When: October 28 | 6pm Cost: Free BOOFFALO BASH October 31st Little ghosts and goblins are invited to go trick-ortreating in a safe environment during Spooky Nights.

Treats will be provided by Memphis Shelby County EMS. Costumes are encouraged.

TRAFFIC AND COSTUMES ★ Make sure costumes, masks, and shoes fit well. Costumes shouldn’t drag the ground posing a tripping hazard. ★ Avoid masks. Instead, use makeup and wellfitting hats or wigs so vision isn’t obstructed. ★ Avoid high heels. ★ Try to find flame resistant costumes and make sure kids keep their distance from lit pumpkins and luminaries. ★ If walking on roads, walk facing the oncoming traffic. Where possible, stay off the road completely. ★ When crossing streets, use crosswalks if possible, and look both ways twice. If at a stop sign or light, make sure traffic comes to a complete halt before crossing. ★ Don’t cross the street between parked cars or where drivers’ views might be obstructed. ★ Carry a flashlight so cars and bicycles can easily spot you. Also, wear something reflective or add reflective tape to costumes and bags. Wearing a glow stick is another option. ★ Props, such as swords and knives, should be short, soft, and flexible to avoid injury to self or others. ★ Don’t wear colored contact lenses unless they’re prescribed for the child wearing them. They can cause severe eye damage otherwise even if they are non-prescription sold solely for the purpose of changing eye color.

SAFETY TIPS FOR TRICK-OR-TREAT HOUSE VISITS ★ Young children should go trick-or-treating with an adult. ★ Older kids should trick-or-treat with a friend or preferably in a group. ★ Tell your kids not to step inside the homes or cars of strangers or even acquaintances you haven’t pre-approved. Tell your kids what to say if they’re invited in so they’re prepared.

Your child can be direct and just say, “My parents told me I have to wait outside.” ★ Give your kids a curfew so you know what time to expect them home. ★ Know what route they plan to take. Make sure it’s in safe neighborhoods and that they won’t have to walk through secluded areas to get there. ★ Only go to houses with porch lights on. ★ Have kids carry a cell phone and make sure they know how to use it to dial 9-1-1. ★ Add a tracking app to their phones such as Family Tracker, Glympse, Footprints, FamilySignal, or Life360.

SAFETY TIPS FOR VISITING TRICK-ORTREATERS ★ Keep cords and tripping hazards out of your driveway and walkway. ★ Use glow sticks or solar lights in pumpkins and luminaries rather than candles. ★ Pass out sealed candy. Otherwise, many parents won’t allow their children to eat it. ★ Keep pets away from trick-or-treaters.

Costumes and excited children can scare pets and lead to unexpected behavior.

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PHOTOGRAPHY AND ILLUSTRATION BY BRYAN ROLLINS

Trick-or-treating for Halloween is a fun family tradition for many people, but doing it safely is something to be aware of as you visit house to house. Most risks to your child on Halloween are safety issues surrounding traffic and costumes.

Have your kids follow these Halloween safety tips for a fun-filled evening without incident.

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BALANCING ACT

30 days to a healthier social life and reducing the stress of work-life balance

by Christa Melnyk Hines

Relocations, a new job, new babies, and other life transitions can throw a wrench in your social network, leaving you feeling disconnected and lonely. Even a demanding project at work can throw your life off course. Use the adjustment period as a chance to make a fresh start.

Carefully consider your priorities and build connections that support your personal health and the well-being of your family.

Women who feel a balanced sense of connection are healthier and more resilient to stress, anxiety, and depression. According to a recent Gallup poll, stay-at-home moms are more vulnerable to depression compared to women who work outside of the home, and isolation could play a factor. Overall, women are twice as likely to suffer from depression compared to men.

"When there is a lack of social interaction and a decrease of peer-to-peer contact, there is great potential for depression, which is a combination of sadness and anger," says Lisa Bahar, a marriage and family therapist and professional counselor.

One day at a time, rev up your social engine for increased happiness and satisfaction.

1. Join a mother's group. Your sense of self-worth and sense of belonging increases when part of a group of supportive friends.

2. Call an old friend. Reconnecting helps you rebuild your confidence.

3. Email a mom you'd like to know better.

Arrange a time to meet with you and your kids for a play date at the park or the mall play area.

4. Send a Facebook friend request to a mom you've met recently. Initiating friendships shows you welcome new friends and boosts your self-confidence.

5. Volunteer. Your efforts will positively impact others, and you'll derive satisfaction and joy from helping out.

6. Shake out the welcome mat. Greet your new neighbors with a plate of warm cookies.

They'll appreciate your thoughtfulness and a friendly face in a new neighborhood.

7. Strike up a conversation. Kids are great icebreakers. Even a casual conversation with another mom can cheer you up.

8. Brighten a friend's day. Send a card to let her know you're thinking about her or call just to chat.

9. Join an online moms group. Find comfort knowing your situation is not unique.

Reaching out to other moms online who can relate can help you feel less isolated.

10. Text a friend with a new baby. The first few weeks can be a rough adjustment. By reaching out, you'll help her feel less alone.

If possible, arrange a time to stop by with a meal.

11. Coordinate a meet-and-greet. Got schoolaged kids? Invite other classroom moms to a "seasoned moms" lunch to build a sense of community.

12. Sign up for a yoga, Zumba, or Jazzercise class. Exercise releases mood-boosting endorphins and wards off stress. Group fitness helps you feel a sense of accountability.

13. Spring for a Girls Night Out! You may feel a little tired the next day, but recalling all the laughs and stimulating conversation will put a skip in your step.

14. Surround yourself with positive people. Move away from draining onesided friendships that zap your energy.

15. Seek balance in your yeses. Stress less by saying no to requests that aren't a priority or don't interest you. Your family will thank you.

16. Go on a mini-adventure. Explore another part of town, discover a local museum, or take a class that interests you. Stepping out of your normal routine juices your creativity.

17. Make time to play. Carve out 15 or 20 minutes to pursue an activity you love.

Playing is candy for the soul.

18. Start a walking group. Walking and talking for an hour is great exercise — and free therapy!

19. Dine and play. Invite other parents, whose partners travel or work late, for a twohour afternoon play date and potluck dinner. Dinner done, kids sleep well, and you're rewarded with a quiet evening ahead.

20. Coordinate a group outing at the zoo or children's museum. Both you and your kids will appreciate the social interaction, exercise, and education these venues offer.

21. Check out the library. Libraries often feature interesting presenters, book clubs, and other activities. Attend a few discussions to meet others with shared interests.

22. Organize a game night or book club with your friends. You and your friends will love the excuse for a lively evening escape!

23. Reach out to a receptive member of a group of moms. If she is an active volunteer at your child's school in activities that interest you, ask how you can get involved.

24. Rejuvenate at the spa. Soothing for the mind and body, a study at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center found Swedish massage in particular reduces the stress hormone cortisol, boosting immunity by increasing white blood cells, which fight infection and disease.

25. Reconnect with your spouse. Find a sitter, get dressed up, and head out for a date night. Feeling sociable? Invite another couple to join you.

26. Throw a neighborhood backyard barbecue.

Provide outdoor games and activities like badminton, horseshoes, volleyball, chalk, bubbles, and hula-hoops for the kids to play together.

27. Support a friend who sells make-up, jewelry, cookware, or candles by accepting an invitation to one of the parties. Go with a budget and enjoy hanging out with other women.

28. Take a break. Schedule time alone to head to a pottery place and paint; go clothes shopping; or watch a movie.

29. Regroup with your kids. Set aside a relaxing afternoon to reconnect with your kids. Head to the park for a picnic lunch, play a board game, try ice-skating, or go bowling.

30. Touch base with your family around the dinner table. Communication builds stronger families. Talk about your day's highs and lows, discuss frustrations, and celebrate successes.

Freelance journalist Christa Melnyk Hines is the author of Confidently Connected: A Mom's Guide to a Satisfying Social Life. Find her in the "Confidently Connected Moms" discussion group on Facebook.

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by MEENA VISWANATHAN

Day of the Dead Fiesta

by Latino Memphis

The Columns at 1 Commerce Square, Downtown

Friday, October 27 • 7 - 11:30p.m.

The Most Vibrant Party Celebrating Life, Culture, and Tradition. This grand social event was named one of Memphis’ Top 10 Parties of 2016 by The Commercial Appeal. You’ll want to dress in black and white for the occasion and dance the night away to Latin rhythms at this high-end fiesta, featuring one-of-a-kind performances, sugar skull-inspired face painting, authentic food bites, handmade flower-making stations, a photo booth, Mariachis, Catrinas by Cazateatro Bilingual Theater Group and so much more. Get ready for the party of your life! — No Halloween costumes, please!

Tickets: $50 / $65 at the door / $100 VIP. Latinomemphis.org This is a 21+ event.

1 · SUNDAY

Harry Potter Movies are Back. CTI 3D Giant

Theater in the Pink Palace Museum. Weekends at 4 p.m. September 30 & October 1: Harry Potter & the Goblet of Fire. October 7 & 8: Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix. October 14 & 15: Harry Potter & the Half Blood Prince. October 21 & 22: Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows Part 1. October 28 & 29: Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows Part 2. Watch your favorite Harry Potter (2D repertory) films on the giant screen at the Pink Palace. $10/adult. $8/child. 636-2362.

Levitt Shell 2017 Orion Free Music Concert Series. Levitt Shell. Through October 28. Thursday

through Sunday, 7:30-9 p.m. Free. Go to levittshell.org for details.

3 • TUESDAY

Caterpillar Club. Memphis Botanic Garden (MBG).

On select Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m. Choose one session. Oct. 3, 4, or 5: Mantises Munching. Oct. 17, 18, or 19: Spiders Spinning. Oct. 31, Nov. 1 or 2: Grasshoppers Hopping. Semester theme: My “Bug” Backyard. Six-class semester fee: $75. Call 636-4122 to register.

admission. 636-4100.

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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Memphis Zoo. Runs daily Oct. 7-15. Event honors Tanah, the oldest of the François langur species to give birth, and features her baby langur, Ripley. Event offers keeper chats at Langur exhibit in China, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! artifacts/statues placed throughout the zoo, interactive shows at ODD-itorium, and Ripley’s coloring sheets for kids. Grand opening event on October 7 at 9 a.m. features special guest Ron Olsen with FM 100 presenting games, a scavenger hunt, and giveaways. Free with admission. 333-6500.

Big Bug Creature Features. MBG. Through November 11. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn about a different featured creature each week at the Bug Bytes information station at the visitor’s center and then head out to see the specimen in grand proportion.

October 7: Hide or Seek - The Secrets of Camouflage.

October 14: Aquatic Insects. October 21: Insect or Not an Insect? October 28: Not-So-Spooky Spiders. Free with admission. 636-4126.

Chucalissa Family Days. C.H. Nash Museum at

Peppa Pig Live! Peppa’s Big Surprise. The Orpheum.

6 p.m. Features life-size puppets and costumed characters having a singing, dancing adventure with games and surprises. $29.50-$59.50. VIP tickets: $139.50. Call 525-3000 for tickets.

Chucalissa. On select Saturdays at 10 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

Family programs and craft activities change weekly.

Oct. 7: Music/Coloring Books. Oct. 14: Sports & Hunting/Pottery. Oct. 28: Stone Tools & Weapons/ Talking Sticks. $6/adult. $4/child ages 4-11. 785-3160.

5 • THURSDAY

Dia de los Muertos Parade & Festival. Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Brooks Museum partners with Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group and Danza Azteca Quetzalcoatl de Memphis to celebrate the Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos.

Free. 544-6200.

Whet Thursday. Metal Museum. 5-8 p.m. Tour the

museum and grounds, enjoy live music, sample food truck favorites, watch metalsmithing demo, listen to a gallery talk, or simply take in the sunset from along the Mississippi River. Free. 774-6380.

6 · FRIDAY

Fall Tram Tours. MBG. Fridays, from 10 a.m. until

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Free Family Art Workshop: Monsters! Memphis College of Art. 2-4 p.m. Open to all ages and experience levels. Workshops include drawing, painting, and sculpture. Free, donations go toward

youth scholarship fund (recommended donation is $10 per family). Walk-ins are welcome on a firstcome, first-served basis. Go to mca.edu/community/ community-education/free-family-art to register.

A Bug’s Life Movie Night. MBG. 6 p.m. Check out

the Big Bugs exhibit and picnic alongside larger-thanlife ants while enjoying the movie on the big screen. $10/person. 636-4131.

11 · WEDNESDAY

Food Truck Garden Party: Day of the Dead. MBG. 5-8 p.m. Features live music, movie night, Play Zone, and food from the Memphis Food Truckers Alliance. $10/adult. $5/child. 636-4100.

13 · FRIDAY

45th Annual Pink Palace Crafts Fair. Audubon

Park, corner of Perkins Ext. and Southern. Oct. 13-15.

Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. This family-friendly fair features a children’s area, live entertainment, demos by craftsmen, vendors, and food. Children’s activities include crafts, face painting, model trains, petting zoo, train rides, bounce castle, climbing wall, and entertainment. $9/adult. $3/child under 12. Cash only, ATM on-site. Parking in front of fair: $2. Parking is free off Cherry Rd. 636-2408.

Fright-day the Thirteenth Outdoor Movie Night.

Shelby Farms Park. 6 p.m. Grab a blanket or chair and get ready for some playful scares on the big screen.

Hocus Pocus (PG) begins at 6 p.m. Children not advised to attend the 10 p.m. showing of Friday the 13th (R). $10/car. 222-7275.

15 · SUNDAY

20th Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome.

Christian Brothers University. Noon until 4 p.m.

Features a one-mile fun walk, family picnic, petting zoo, children’s activities & inflatables, and team and individual prizes. Registration fee is $10. Includes food and games. 547-7588.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL November 14, 8:30 am–1:00 pm

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For over 50 years, Christ the King has been equipping children for the next level of learning. Accredited by AdvanceED and NLSA, students receive opportunities to become all they can possibly be. Classrooms are equipped with 21st century technology.

Advanced honors classes allow our graduates to enroll in Memphis’ finest private high schools.

Leaders

Leadership development tools are given to CTK students and they practice using them through community service projects, athletics, arts, Student Council, and various leadership roles in the school.

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CALENDAR GPAC Food Truck & Music Festival. The Grove at GPAC. Noon until 6:30

p.m. Ashley McBryde headlines the festival, which also features performances by Soul Remedy, Almost Famous, the Ladies of Seeing Red, and School of Rock. Also features bounce house, children’s activities, and food trucks. Free with a suggested donation of $5. 751-7500.

20 · FRIDAY

Reelfoot Lake State Park Pelican Festival. Reelfoot Lake State Park Visitors Center. Oct. 20-22, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Festivities include Pelican Pontoon Cruises and Canoe Floats, children’s activities, live Birds of Prey program, art & photo contests, silent auction, and more. Admission is free. $10 for all guided tours. $5 for children to paint and $5 to enter art & photo contests. Reservations required for guided tours. 731-253-9652.

Zoo Boo. Memphis Zoo. October 20-22 & 27-31, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. The eight

nights of frights feature a variety of activities including free kiddie rides, a virtual costume contest, crafts, haunted hayrides, magic shows, and the frightening forest trail. $15/person. Advance discounts available. 333-6572.

Park + Pajamas Family Sleepover. Shelby Farms Park. 6 p.m.-9 a.m. This overnight adventure includes a guided nocturnal nature hike, campfire cooking, activities, and snacks. $10/person. Reservations required. 222-7275.

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21 • SATURDAY

International Archaeology Day. C.H. Nash Museum at Chucalissa. 10 a.m.-3

(ALL AGES)

Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 12 at 2:00 p.m.

MIDDLE SCHOOL PREVIEW DAY FOR STUDENTS Tuesday, December 5 from 8:30 to 2:30

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p.m. Celebrate International Archaeology Day with craft demonstrations, a guided tour of the nature trail, and hands-on activities. Program: Trash Talks. Craft: Snake Painting. $6/adult. $4/child ages 4-11. 785-3160.

Dairy Day. Morton Museum of Collierville History. 6 p.m. Dairy Day Bluegrass Jam takes place in the museum parking lot and features Last Chance Jug Band and The River Bluff Clan. Free. Refreshments available for purchase. 457-2650.

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ARMS: Spooky Science Spectacular. Pink Palace Museum. 5:30-7 p.m. Trick-

or-treat in the museum galleries, participate in spooky science activities, hang out with your favorite costumed characters, take part in a scavenger hunt, and join for a short planetarium show at the end. Free for families of the autism community.

Costumes optional. 636-2362.

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Scare on the Square. Collierville Historic Town Square. 4:30-6 p.m. Trick-or-treat with the Town Square merchants and join for games and crafts with Junior Auxiliary (JA) of Collierville. Free. JA will be collecting donations for school supplies to replenish Collierville schools and benefit children in need. Visit jacollierville.org for details.

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RiverArtsFest. South Main Arts District. October 27-29. Friday, 6-10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Join for this street celebration of fine arts and local music with live artists demos and hands-on art activities.

Admission: Free Friday night for Rockin’ River Arts Show. $5 admission on Saturday and Sunday. Free for kids 10 and under. No coolers or pets allowed. Visit riverartsmemphis.org for details.

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Harry Potter Scavenger Hunt and Movie Combo. Pink Palace Museum and CTI 3D Giant Theater. Scavenger hunt from 2 to 4 p.m. Movie at 4 p.m. Join for Deathly Hallows Part 2 and a scavenger hunt throughout the museum. Search for Potterpieces straight from the pages of the book. $15/person. 636-2362.

Flick-or-Treat at the Garden: The Great Pumpkin & Hocus Pocus. MBG. Gates open at 5 p.m. Movie at 7 p.m. Pre-show festivities include bug-tastic treat stations and hands-on activities alongside the Big Bugs exhibit. $10. Includes activities and film. Popcorn, drinks, food truck concessions, and photo opps available throughout the evening. Call 636-4131 to confirm by phone.

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Booffalo Bash. Shelby Farms Park. 5-8 p.m. Halloween event features trick-or-

treating, Boo-ffalo Bob photo booth, nocturnal nature hikes, stargazing, pumpkin crafts, campfire, storytelling, s’more roasting, music, and food. $10/car. 222-7275.

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MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITS Memphis Botanic Garden (MBG). David Rogers’ Big Bugs at the Garden.

Through January 1. The Garden is crawling with big bugs, and you won’t need a magnifying glass to spot these gargantuan creatures. 636-4100.

Morton Museum of Collierville History. Making a Town: Collierville Railroad History. Through October 20. 457-2650.

National Civil Rights Museum. Let Us March On: Lee Friedlander and the Prayer Pilgrimage for Freedom. Through December 5. Showcases a series of

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The Pink Palace Museum. LeMoyne-Owen College: A Beacon of Hope.

Through February 24. 636-2362.

CTI 3D Giant Theater. Aircraft Carrier 3D. Through November 17. Extreme Weather 3D. Through November 17. 636-2362.

AutoZone Dome at the Sharpe Planetarium. We Are Aliens. Through November 30. Sunstruck. Through December 31. Autumn Seasonal Stargazing. Through December 21. One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure.

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Lichterman Nature Center. Scarecrows on Display. Through November 17.

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OTHER PROGRAMS Mallory-Neely House Tour. Mallory-Neely House, 652 Adams Avenue.

Fridays & Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $7/adult. $5/child (ages 3 and up). 523-1484.

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Mindful Motion. Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women. On alternate Mondays (October 2, 16, & 30), 6-7 p.m. Children ages 8 and up accompanied by an adult are invited to relax and de-stress through intentional stretching, breathing, and meditation. Free. Reservations required. 227-9558.

Project Wild Teacher Workshop. MBG. October 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Program emphasizes the importance of teaching about wildlife across the classroom curriculum to develop awareness and responsibility among students K-12. Free. Call 636-4119 to register.

Breastfeeding Class. Baptist Women’s Hospital. Thursday, October 5, 6:308:30 p.m. $30. Call 226-5764 to register.

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Dance FiT. Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women. On alternate Mondays (October 9 & 23), 6-7 p.m. Children ages 8 and up learn different dance styles including Zumba, line dance, urban dance, and hip-hop. Free.

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Teen Calligraphy Workshop. Morton Museum of Collierville History.

Wednesday, October 11, from 1 to 4 p.m. Beth Mitchell with Memphis Calligraphy Guild leads the class creating a favorite quote in calligraphy.

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Free. Supplies provided. Call 457-2650 to register.

Kids Dairy Making Workshop. Morton Museum of Collierville History.

Friday, October 13. Choose between two sessions: 10:30 a.m. until noon or 1:30-3 p.m. Children ages 6-12 explore Collierville’s dairy farming history making cheese, ice cream, and butter. Free. Call 457-2650 to register.

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Saturday Childbirth Class. Baptist Women’s Hospital. Saturday, October 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $75. Call 226-5764 to register.

Weeknight Childbirth Class. Baptist Women’s Hospital. Monday, October 23, 7-9 p.m. $55. Call 226-5764 to register.

Expectant Parents Class. Baptist Women’s Hospital. Saturday, October 28, from 9 a.m. until noon. $30. Call 226-5764 to register.

HOME SCHOOL CLASSES Home School Days – What’s That Sound? MBG. Wednesday, October 4, 2-3:30 p.m. Children ages 5 and up join for hands-on learning. $5/child.

Garden admission not included. Call 636-4130 to pre-pay and register.

Home School Day – Sculpture: Shaping Materials. Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. Thursday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Homeschool families choose from a variety of activities including guided tours, gallery activities, and a drop-in art-making studio. Free. 544-6200.

Home School Drop-in Day. The Pink Palace Museum. Thursday, October 12, 1-2 p.m. Children in grades kindergarten through 8 and their families will enjoy Mad Science. $6/person (including chaperones who are required to attend). Call 636-2389 to register.

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Discovery Days: Memorable Memphians. The Pink Palace Museum.

October 26 & 27, from 9 a.m. until noon. Children in grades kindergarten through 8 and their families can check out three teacher activity carts in permanent exhibits exploring the lives and accomplishments of famous Memphians. Free with admission. Standard fees for school and general admission. Call 636-2437 for details.

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FUND-RAISERS Finding Your Yes with Mind, Body, and Soul (PG-13) film premiere. Malco Paradiso. Thursday, October 26, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. MVP3 Entertainment Group presents this docufilm starring author Marie Pizano (From Barefoot to Stilettos) and author Jack Canfield (Chicken Soup for the Soul), among others. Top medical doctors, holistic experts, and spiritual leaders educate and discuss topics on how to live a happy life. $10/person. Benefits the International Children’s Heart Foundation. Go to mvp3-entertainmentgroup.ticketleap.com for advance ticket purchase.

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The Art of Dinner. Church Health. Friday, October 6, 6 p.m. Church Health partners with the UT Health Science Center and Le Bonheur to present this interactive cooking class. Chef Joshua House of L’Ecole Culinaire guides through a three-course menu featuring savory winter squash. $50. Benefits the community nutrition programming at the Church Health Nutrition Hub. Go to churchheath.org/events for tickets.

AUDITIONS Auditions for Nutcracker at Dancers Inc. St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church. Sunday, October 1: juniors auditions, 1:30-2:30 p.m.; seniors auditions, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Open to juniors (ages 9-12) with experience in ballet and seniors (ages 13 and up) with experience in ballet & pointe.

Rehearsals on Saturdays at 1:30 & 2:30 p.m. Dress rehearsals on Nov. 30 & Dec. 1. Show on December 2 at 7 p.m. Nutcracker variations include Chinese, Candy Cane, Dance of Reeds, and other areas of choreography to be set depending on dancers’ abilities. Audition fee is $10. Download registration form and call 301-3262 for appointments.

THEATRE PERFORMANCES The Legend of Zelda Symphony of the Goddesses. The Orpheum. Saturday, October 7, 8 p.m. The Zelda franchise comes to life with a 66-piece orchestra, 24-person choir, and a reimagined score that incorporates new movements from recently released Zelda games while paying homage to the classic elements. $41.50-$98. Call 525-3000 for tickets.

The Mersey Beatles Sgt. Pepper’s 50th Anniversary Show. Halloran Centre at the Orpheum. Wednesday, October 11, 7:30 p.m. The Liverpool-based Beatles tribute band brings its all-new hit show featuring quick costume changes and 40 of the greatest songs from all eras. $32-$49. Call 5253000 for tickets.

The James Hunter Six. Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary’s School. Saturday, October 14, 8 p.m. Guitarist and songwriter James Hunter attracts audiences with his 1950s style rhythm and blues. $28/adult. $25/child. 5371483.

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Ballet Memphis presents “Take Shape.” Playhouse on the Square. October 14-22. Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m. Features a creative selection of boundary-breaking work by George Balanchine, Trey McIntyre, and Julia Adam. Two special events hosted around the show include a free spark! conversation with the artistic staff before the Saturday night premiere on October 14 and a special community pay-what-you-can experience on Saturday, October 21, at 2 p.m. $10, $25, and $45. Call 7377322 for tickets.

John Mulaney Kid Gorgeous Tour. The Orpheum. Tuesday, October 17, 7 p.m. Emmy Award-winning writer and comedian comes to entertain audiences at The Orpheum. $25-$35. Call 525-3000 for tickets.

Momma’s Boy. The Orpheum. October 20 &! 21. Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 3 & 8 p.m. An all-star cast unites to share the story of a young man who takes pride in being macho but really is a momma’s boy. $53-$73. Call 5253000 for tickets.

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An American in Paris. The Orpheum. October 24-29. Tuesday through Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 2 & 8 p.m.; Sunday at 1 & 6:30 p.m. This new Tony Award-winning musical is about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl, and an indomitable European city, all eager to start new in the aftermath of war. $25-$125. Call 525-3000 for tickets.

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Du Bois Elementary School of Entrepreneurship (K-5) Ms. Audrey Hudson, Principal 4443 South Germantown Road Memphis, TN 38125 Office: 901-509-6190

Du Bois Leadership & Public Policy Middle/High School (6-12) Mrs. Angela Rowe Jackson, Principal 8146 East Shelby Drive Memphis, TN 38125 Office: 901-334-1252

Du Bois Arts & Technology Elementary School (K-5) Mrs. Angela Holloway, Principal 817 Brownlee Road Memphis, TN 38116 Office: 901-801-6164

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Aspen Santa Fe Ballet. Germantown Performing Arts Center (GPAC).

Saturday, October 28, 8-10 p.m. GPAC presents this one-of-a-kind ballet in the Duncan-Williams Performance Hall. Tickets start at $35. Reservations required. 751-7500.

STORY TIME AT AREA BOOKSTORES AND MUSEUMS Barnes & Noble Booksellers The Avenue Carriage Crossing Mall, 853-3264 Saturdays at 11 a.m. Ages 1-6.

Barnes & Noble Booksellers 2774 N. Germantown Pkwy., 386-2468 Tuesdays and Saturdays at 11 a.m. Ages preK-6.

LEGO Make & Take Activity featuring LEGO Ninjago. Saturday, October 7, 4 p.m. Children ages 6-14 celebrate the new movie and build a green dragon mini model to take home. Free (while supplies last).

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Story Time at Morton Museum of Collierville History On select Fridays (October 6, 13, & 20), 10:30-11 a.m. Ages 8 and under.

Join for a new story theme each week with songs, related craft, and snack.

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MEMPHIS LIBRARY EVENTS Memphis Parent only has space to list events at the Central library. All branch listings will be placed at memphisparent.com. Also stop by your local branch or go to memphislibrary.org for a complete listing of library events at all locations.

Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library 3030 Poplar Ave., 415-2700 CLOUD901 Classes & Events: CLOUD901 is the library’s state-of-the-art Teen Learning Lab that includes a music studio, a video production lab, an art studio, Makerspace, gaming zone, and a performance stage. Open to teens (ages 13-18) with a Memphis library card. Go to memphislibrary.org/ cloud901 for a class list.

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• Front Porch Music Series - Marcela Simien. Tuesday, October 10, from 7 to 8 p.m. A part of the Levitt Shell Cultural Series takes place in the lobby.

• International Story Time. Saturday, October 14, from 11 a.m. until noon.

Celebrate the country of India with stories, crafts, games, and snacks.

• Opening Ceremony for Thinking Money. Saturday, October 21, from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Features a game show, an introduction to the program, a tour of the exhibit, and light refreshments.

• Read with Me, Sign with Me. Saturday, October 21, from 11 a.m. until noon.

Enjoy a family story time program incorporating American Sign Language, stories, activities, and crafts.

• It’s Halloween. Saturday, October 21, from 3 to 5 p.m. Children ages 6-12 celebrate Halloween with crafts and treats.

• Sundays at Three Concert - Marie-Stephane Bernard and Brent Register and Paula Amrod. Sunday, October 22, from 3 to 5 p.m. Features a concert with voice, piano, and flute in the Memphis Room.

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