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One of my most favorite months. I feel I may say this often about most months! It’s true; March is a favorite and brings so much for us to look forward to. We can anticipate the signs of Spring! This is the time of year when all nature seems to come back to life. Its nature’s time to shout: all things will be new! We see new growth on trees, beautiful flowers in all the colors of a rainbow blooming, birds chirping, ladybugs, and bird nests, to name a few. It’s nature’s renewal! And, of course, I encourage you to “Love the Season you’re in!” And this, my friends, is our season of renewal!

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, which is when we make commitments to spiritual practices like Fasting, Prayer and Charity (almsgiving). Its intent is to help us grow in our faith, towards a personal conversion, that brings us closer to God. You may have friends that may refuse something and say, “I gave that up for Lent”. It’s the small sacrifices that help us remember the big sacrifice that was made for us a very long time ago.

This year may bring my family a bit of a twist from our traditional commitments. Since we already ate all the Thin Mints, which are usually placed in the freezer for storage until Easter, I would like us to fast from other things. Like those moments lost in cyberspace that take away from our family being really together (hmm, do my kids remember board games or yard work!)

That’s one; and two, make a commitment of praying for strangers that we see on the street, or around us. And consider that we may have been the only person to have prayed for them that day! And finally, for almsgiving, we could set aside (daily), money that we may have used for something truly unnecessary to give away to a charity of our choice.

I encourage you to love this season of renewal; find ways to encourage others, a few actions to show love, a few prayers to seed in them the hope of their own renewal. Remember, love begets love. When we show love to others, they respond by doing the same. We are human. We respond to the goodness of love with joyful blooms. Prepare your heart to be filled with the love of God.

Mary Ellen Season after season, Lord! Show us your glory as we cling to you as life changes colors, for better and for worse.

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Life Skills Falling to Wayside While access to technology is important, research is finding younger children lack knowledge in basic life skills. One study found that kids ages 2 to 5 on average could turn on a computer, point and click a mouse, and play computer games, but were not as likely to be able to tie their shoelaces, make themselves breakfast, or swim.

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A new survey finds that while a relatively high number of U.S. teens are active in church and describe their faith as important, many are not well-educated in their beliefs. Many described God as important in their life, but had a hard time communicating exactly what they believed and why. Many large churches offer youth programs that are strong on entertainment value, if faith is important to your family be sure to choose a Bible based church that focuses on content and learning as well.

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Dear “Momsolvers”, “I would like to take better care of my Husband. He is overworked and stressed. He will not go to a doctor.

Surely, others have a man who carries the world on his shoulders. Thank you in advance for your answers.” u I completely feel your pain. I think there are many wives who would like their husbands to take better care of themselves both physically and emotionally. And that’s the point right there, I am sure YOU do a good job of taking care of him, it’s HIM that has to care enough about himself and his family to make healthier choices. Have you tried talking to him at a time when he isn’t stressed? About the importance of taking better care of himself? I would also suggest a wonderful movie called Courageous; it would be a great way to spend an evening together relaxing!

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u Wow, I think you could be on to something. This could be a unique blog. Maybe you could start out as introducing some of the recipes and then actually making them.

Blog about the ingredients, if unusual, or how long it took, or any techniques that you remember from the original recipe’s creator (mom, grandmother...) Feature a story and a recipe a few times a week. Good luck with this and I wish you well. ~ Brian, reader and dad of one big baby boy.

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Dear “Momsolvers”, “My husband wants to adopt a puppy. Don’t laugh but I am scared of most dogs, even puppies. Should I work on myself or keep saying, no way!”

~ Kimberly M., reader and mom u Make it easy for him by doing most of the work. Locate the doctor. (He may be more comfortable with a male.) Make the appointment at a convenient time and go with him. After the appointment, do something fun, like go to dinner or a movie. Also, write down all your questions ahead of time, along with symptoms and family history of disease. Most of all, avoid nagging! Be loving and encouraging. Remind him that he is putting you in a position of worrying about his health. ~ Grace, reader and mom of 2

u I say, figure out why you are so fearful of dogs. Maybe visit places where you would come in contact with dogs in a controlled environment or through family and friends that have well behaved dogs. Puppies, dogs, cats, most domesticated animals are like people; they want to loved, fed, exercised and given boundaries to follow. In return, they will love you tenfold without condition. It will be well worth getting over your fear. Good luck. ~ Kathy Z., reader and mom

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He was a bit irritated, but he went. He had a good experience and is glad he went.

u WORK ON YOURSELF! A puppy can be so cute and loving. If you grow up together you will be fine. Don’t go for a big dog. Start off small and before you know it you will be in love and the puppy will be sleeping with you!

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Dear “Momsolvers”, “I would like to know from the Momsolver community if anyone has experience with starting a blog? I have a collection of recipes I have been holding for many years and would like to blog about them. Any suggestions on how to get started? Any “momsolver bloggers” out there?”

u I can remember my neighbor came over my house to let me know she was worried.

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I assured her she would be okay and the puppy will love her new home. Well, it wasn’t 2 weeks later that I invited her to come over for some coffee and she brought Lulu over too, in a basket, and exclaimed; ”look how sweet she is!” I pray you will adjust so easily as well. Animals are so loving, and more so when they feel loved as well. Give it a try! ~ Ellen, reader and mom of 2, with a cat and a dog!

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u After self-publishing a book about some life struggles I encountered, I started a website because I realized just how much I loved to write! I write about marriage, parenting, faith, personal growth and addiction. Check it out at www.mymothersfootprints.com my advice for you is to go for it!! ~ Kimberly M., reader and mom of 5 u Hi, I think if you have been holding recipes for so long, they must have a great sentimental value! This is fantastic, because readers love stories. And recipes with stories are exceptional! You could private message a blogger you admire and ask for advice too.

Good luck. Also, maybe you could let us know when you launch by sending an email to Suburban Parent. ~ Beth, reader and mom of 5, food lover, food blog stalker (just kidding!)

My 13 year old is begging to have social media sites. I have been able to escape this because of the 13 year rule for most sites. But now I have to set boundaries and monitor. I know she will be active on social media and I want her to be careful and mindful of the dangers associated.

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I have recently become the caretaker of my grandchildren. I run into the “my mom always let me!” when I need to set boundaries. How do I override what their mother permitted and now I will not. I really want them to have some great memories of our time together. P.S. I do get great info and ideas from this magazine. Thank you. ~ Barbara, grandma of 2 My toddler (2 yrs.) has not breastfed since he was 11 ½ months old. When he sees other babies breastfeeding he pulls at my shirt and says, “me do”. Sometimes I get embarrassed.

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all over the blanket. Jessie ripped off her shoes and socks, as all picnics require bare feet. She then carefully unwrapped the aluminum foil from the items she had packed. We had cheese, raisins, nuts, and crackers for dipping in the peanut butter and honey she had mixed. She also packed juice boxes, fruit cups, and granola bars. Jessie even remembered napkins and plastic ware. Of course, we had dessert, too – a piece of chocolate candy for her, Oreo cookies for me. Okay, lunch may not have covered all the basic food groups, but we were having an enjoyable daddy-daughter picnic.

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Jessie, loves to have picnics. I can’t tell you how many we’ve shared in her young life. Our picnics can be held anywhere. We sometimes park the family van under the shade tree in our yard and open the sunroof and windows.

On other occasions, I’ll throw a blanket in the bed of my pickup truck or on the garage floor.

For our dog, Sadie’s first birthday, Jessie held a picnic party on her bedroom floor and invited several stuffed animals. Rice Krispies covered the just-vacuumed floor, and Jessie sat on the tiny cup of peanut butter she had made for Sadie, but Jessie had fun and Sadie appeared to have a happy birthday.

Jessie often asks, “Could we have a picnic?” so I wasn’t surprised that she requested one for our last lunch of 2013. With the weather cloudy and cool, I voted to eat at the kitchen table, but she really wanted to have a picnic outside. I vetoed throwing a blanket on the lawn and told her the garage floor was too cold. My wife, Mattie, had

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Pa t r ic k H e m p f in g the van at work. My “never give up” daughter suggested the bed of the pickup truck.

We had washed it recently, so she knew I couldn’t use the “it’s dirty” excuse. So I made the logical choice; I surrendered. It’s happened before and it will happen again.

Jessie said, “Don’t look, please” about five times as she prepared the picnic for the three “D’s” (dad, daughter, and dog). She likes to surprise me with the menu.

When she had everything ready, we took our picnic outside, which required a few trips. I threw an old blanket in the truck bed, and then retrieved Sadie, who attends every picnic. The temperature was in the low 50’s and the breeze made it cool, but not like the winters where I grew up in Pennsylvania. Sadie promptly spilled her water

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As we ate, I played one of my favorite songs, “Butterfly Kisses,” on my phone. I was enjoying the lyrics when Jessie asked, “Do you know there are five different kinds of kisses?” I was afraid to ask, but did anyway. “What are the five kinds?” Jessie responded, “regular, butterfly, blown, Eskimo, and French.” Luckily, I wasn’t sitting near the edge of the open truck gate, lest I would have fallen out onto the concrete driveway. I bravely decided to ask a follow-up question. “What is a French kiss?” Jessie responded, “The tongues touch when kissing.” Apparently, Mattie had covered this topic with her. For sure, I hadn’t. I admire Mattie for always answering Jessie’s questions. But how did we go from butterfly kisses to teenage topics? When the song ended, Jessie reached over and found Taylor Swift’s “22” on my phone.

She played it twice. I’m definitely not ready for Jessie “feeling 22.”

As I’m finishing this column, I’m hungry. My picnic lunch has worn off. In a few hours, the giant ball will drop over Times Square. Prior to midnight, I’ll lean over my sleeping daughter and give her forehead a “regular” kiss before I go to bed. I’m glad she’s nine, not 22, so I still have a few years to give her bedtime kisses. I’m sure the future holds many more picnics, too. Maybe I can convince her to pack me a sandwich next time. I also think we’ll have more of our picnics in the yard. The grass makes for a softer landing.

Until next month, remember to cherish the moments … and the kisses. •

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Dallas Community Calendar Parents: Some programs require tickets and/or reservations, always contact event locations to confirm times and requirements.

Mar 01 - Perot Museum of Nature & Science “Dig Those Dinos!” at Klyde Warren Park Sat - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Science Surrounds Us: Hands on investigations and experimentation.

Klyde Warren Park, Children’s Park, 2012 Woodall Rogers Frwy., Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 01 - NCA All Star National Cheerleading Championship Sat - 7:30 am - 10:00 pm Top cheerleaders and dancers from across the country will converge on Dallas for the National Cheerleaders Association All-Star Nationals! This event gets better each year and features the best of the best. Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, 650 South Griffin St, Dallas, Texas, http://nca. varsity.com/all_star_nationals.aspx Mar 01 - Dec 31. Dallas Farmers Market Sat - 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Dallas Farmers Market, 1010 S Pearl Expwy, Dallas, Texas, 214.664-9110 www. dallasfarmersmarket.org Mar 01 - SWEAT in the Park Boot Camp Sat - 9:00 am - 10:00 am. What You’ll Need: One set of medium-weight dumbbells* (5-10 lbs. for women, 10-15 lbs. for men) A small towel Water* Dumbbells are optional, but highly recommended. If you do not wish to bring dumbbells, you will still get a fantastic workout. Below 40 degrees at 8am class will be cancelled. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

Mar 01 - Yoga at Klyde Warren Park Sat - 10:00 am - 11:00 am Enjoy the serenity of yoga in the park. Perform your sun salutations in Klyde Warren Park with guidance from Dallas Yoga Center. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

Mar 01 - 02. The Little Mermaid Sat 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm. The Little Mermaid. Matinee & Evening Performances. The Little Mermaid is making its Dallas debut at the Music Hall at Fair Park. So dive on in! Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas, 909 1st Ave, Dallas, Texas, 214.4215678 www.dallassummermusicals.org

Mar 01 - Young Dragons with the Crow Collection of Asian Art Sat - 10:00 am - 11:00 am Learn how to move like a ninja with the Crow Collection of Asian Art. Experience ninja games and activities that teach kids and adults how to think and move like a real ninja. Participate in safe and engaging introductory lessons on ninja tools, ninja balance and more. Taught by Randle Charles of Better Humans LLC. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

Mar 01 - 02. Dallas Home & Garden Show Sat - 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Dallas Home & Garden Show. CASH ONLY Adults $10.00 per ticket Seniors $9.00 (65 and above, discount can’t be combined with others ) Children 14 and under Free. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.texashomeandgarden.com

Mar 01 - Knittie Gritties at the Oak Lawn Branch Library Sat - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Come knit with us or come to learn. Needles and yarn provided for beginners. Knit, crochet, needlepoint or any sort of thread work is welcomed. Oak Lawn Branch Library, 4100 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 01 - Free Math Tutoring at the Skyline Branch Library Sat - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturdays for kids in grades K-12. Dr.Gil Lee, professor at UT Dallas and fellow students from SMU are assisting with this program for students. Skyline Branch Library, 6006 Everglade Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 01 - 02. North Texas Irish Festival in Fair Park Sat - 10:30 am 11:30 pm Southwest Celtic Music Association Fair Park Centennial, Automobile, Women’s Building & Esplanade area National Celtic & Irish performers, Dance, Storytellers, Vendors & Much, Much More!!! Fair Park,Dallas, Texas, www.fairpark.org Mar 01 - May 03. ​First Saturday Tours in the Dallas Arts District Sat - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm .Recommended ages 8+. Tours begin at the reception desk of the Winspear Opera House. 45 minute tours run First SATURDAYS on the half hour from 10:00am-12:00pm. www.attpac.org Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora Street, Dallas, Texas, http://www.attpac.org/ Mar 01 - May 03. TARGET FIRST SATURDAYS at Nasher Sat - 10:00 am

- 2:00 pm. Children’s Art Activities, Art in Action Sculpture Demo, Art Scavenger Hunt, Family Tours and more. Free to everyone.

Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora Street, Dallas, Texas, www.nashersculpturecenter.org Mar 01 - Chinese Story Time at Bookmarks Sat - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Chinese Story Time will be told in Mandarin Chinese and English. Led by Linda Li of the Park Cities Chinese School. Bookmarks, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 01 - Jun 07. Family Experiments with the Perot Museum Sat - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Perot Museum of Nature and Science hosts fun family activities in the Children’s Park.. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 01 - Super Hero Science with the Perot Museum of Nature and Science at Bookmarks Sat - 2:00 pm - 2:40 pm It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s Super Hero Science. Discover the real science of super heroes with this educator-led interactive show.

Bookmarks, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 01 - The LEGO Movie Building Event Sat - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Join us for The LEGO Movie Building Event. Children ages 4 and up are invited to build a scene from The LEGO Movie! Space is limited. Barnes and Noble, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com

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The Know It All cont.’d March Dallas Community Calendar

COMMUNITY STORY TIMES All Story Times are free.

Highland Park Library 4700 Drexel Dr., 214- 559-9400 Wednesday – Lapsit Story Time 4:30pm, ages 6mos up to 2 yrs.

Thursday – Toddler Story Time 4:30 pm; ages 18 mos-3yrs; Friday - Pre-School Story Time 4:30pm, ages 3-6yrs.

University Park Library 3800 University Blvd (214) 363-9095 (story times during the school year) Wednesday – Preschoolers Story Time 4pm, age 4-5yrs Thursday – Preschoolers Story Time 10:45am

Fretz Park Branch Library 6990 Belt Line Road, (214) 670-6421 Friday – Preschool Story Time 11am, ages 2-4 yrs

Renner Frankford Branch 6400 Frankford Road, 214-670-6100 Tuesday – Preschool Story Time 10:30am , ages 2-4yrs Tuesday – Infant/Toddler Story Time 11:15am (1st-3rd Tuesday), ages 4mos-18mos Tuesday – Pre-School Story Time 10:30am (4th Tuesday), ages 2-4yrs

Mar 01 - Skyline 360 Tour with the Dallas Center for Architecture Sat - 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Join the Dallas Center for Architecture for a “standing” tour of the Dallas skyline. Klyde Warren Park offers the perfect vantage point to see the buildings that have made up Dallas’ architectural heritage for the last 100 years. In 20 minutes, you’ll learn all about the buildings that define our skyline in Uptown and Downtown Dallas. Meet in the Reading Room. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 01 - Author Event at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Sat - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, better known as The Minimalists, will share their story of living with less and sign their new book, Everything That Remains -- the touching, surprising story of when a young man lets go of everything.

Join us! Barnes and Noble, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 02 - 30. Krafty Kids at Bookmarks Sun 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fun for all ages featuring a different seasonal craft every week. Bookmarks, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 03 - 31. Mommy and Me Mondays at the Dallas Arboretum Mon - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Children’s activities include face painting, petting zoo, nature art and Kindermusik. In case of rain, please check our website or Facebook page, or call 214.515.6500 the morning of the event. Activities may take place indoors. Dallas Arboretum, Pecan Grove, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, Texas, www. dallasarboretum.org Mar 03 - 31. Baby Bounce Basics at Bookmarks Mon - 10:30 am - 10:50 am and12:30 pm - 12:50 pm. Delightful fun for moms/caregivers and infants up to 24 months with interactive music, nursery rhymes and stories! Bookmarks, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

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Note: these are the regularly scheduled sto rytimes, call to confirm as schedules are subject to change.

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(at North Park Mall) 8687 North Central Expressway, Suite 1514, 214-671-1381 Monday – NorthCourt - Baby Bounce Basics 10:30am, age 0-2yr Monday - Inside Bookmarks - Baby Bounce Basics 12:30, age 0-2yr (Weekly Mon & Fri) Wednesday - NorthCourt – Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 2-4yrs Thursday - NorthCourt - Pre-School Story Time 10:30am, ages 2-4yrs Thursday - Steps inside Bookmarks – Preschool Story time 3:30pm

Lakewood Branch Library 6121 Worth Street, 214-670-1376 Wednesday - Pre-School Story Time 10:30am, ages 2-4yrs

Audelia Road Branch Library 10045 Audelia Road, 214-670-1350 Friday - Pre-School Story Time 10:30am, ages 2-4yrs

Preston Royal Branch 5626 Royal Lane, 214-670-7128 Tuesday (2nd Tuesday) – Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 2-4yrs

Mar 03 - Boot Camp at Klyde Warren Park Mon 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The class is free, the results are priceless.

What You’ll Need: One set of medium-weight dumbbells* (5-10 lbs. for women, 10-15 lbs. for men) A small towel Water* Dumbbells are optional, but highly recommended.

If you do not wish to bring dumbbells, you will still get a fantastic workout. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Mar 04 - May 06. First Tuesday at the Dallas Museum of Art Tue - 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Designed for children ages 5 and under, but all ages are welcome. Enjoy thematic art-making activities, story times, performances and gallery activities. Runs September - May. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas, Texas, www. dallasmuseumofart.org Mar 04 - Stroller Boot Camp Tue - 10:00 am - 11:00 am The YMCA hosts a bootcamp for moms, dads and anyone else with a stroller! This is a great workout for moms and dads with little ones in strollers! Classes will be cancelled if it is raining or inclement weather. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 04 - Music and Stories with Kids Works Tue - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Grab the kiddos for a storytelling session in the park! Cute stories and fun tunes for little ones presented by Miss Kimberly. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 04 - 25. Baby Bounce at the Renner Frankford Library Tue - 11:15 am - 11:45 am Great fun for all - moms/caregivers and their infants up to 24 months with interactive music, nursery rhymes and stories! Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 04 - 25. Dallas Lace Society at the Forest Green Branch Library Tue - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dallas Lace Society Lace maker’s Shop. Please call Debbie Stone at (972) 407-1775 with any questions. For adults, seniors & teens. Forest Green Branch Library, 9015 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 04 - 25. Knit Wits at the Lakewood Branch Library Tue - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join a lively group of knitters! All levels of expertise welcome! Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 04 - Insanity Workout Tue - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dallas Insanity Group meets on the Great Lawn for a weekly workout led by Jimmy Nelson. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 04 - Dec 02. APSIG at the Timberglen Branch Library Tue - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm APSIG (Astrophotography Special Interest Group) is sponsored by the Texas Astronomical Society of Dallas, and meets the first Tuesday of the month. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 05 - 26. Boogie Woogie Books at White Rock Hills Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Interactive story time with Miss Jenna featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: under 6 years old. Parents and caregivers are welcome. White Rock Hills Branch Library , 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 05 - 26. Boogie Woogie Books at Timberglen Public Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes, and music. Suggested ages: under 6 years old. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 05 - Mister Mark, Get Set, Go! at Bookmarks Wed - 10:30 am - 11:15 am Mister Mark, Get Set, Go presented by Mister Mark, award winning songwriter for children and families. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 05 - 26. Tales and Tunes for Tots at the Park Forest Branch Library. Wed - 10:30 am - 11:30 am For preschoolers who love to jump around, hear stories and sing songs. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 05 - 26. Boogie Woogie Books at Lakewood Public Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:30 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music.

Suggested ages: 6 years old and younger Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 05 - Zumba at Klyde Warren Park Wed - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Aerobic dance classes on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn with the Dallas YMCA. Looking for a fun new way to work out? Try one of our weekly Zumba classes presented by the YMCA of Dallas. It’s a fun, upbeat way to get up and moving! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Mar 6. Scofield Christian School Open House. For 3K – Grade 6. 6:30pm. 7730 Abrams Rd, Dallas 214-3496843 www.scofieldchristian.org. See ad in this issue.

Mar 06 - 27. Boogie Woogie Books at Skillman Southwestern Branch Library Thu - 10:30 am - 11:15 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: under 6 years old. Have Fun! Skillman Southwestern Branch Library, 5707 Skillman St., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

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Enjoyed by ages 5+. Brought to life through the magic of Kathy Burks Theatre of Puppetry Arts. Runs March 7-30. Matinee & Evening Performances. Rosewood Center, 5938 Skillman, Dallas, Texas, www.dct.org Mar 07 - 09. DFW Golf Show Fri - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Admission: Adults $11; Seniors (60+) $9; Kids 12 and under Free. Location: Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas 500 West Las Colinas Blvd .Irving Texas 75039. The DFW Golf Show returns to the Irving Convention Center in its second year to bring a three-day golf extravaganza unlike any before hosted in North Texas. Irving Convention Center, 500 West Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, Texas, http://dfwgolfshow.com/ Mar 07 - 28. Baby Bounce at the White Rock Hills Branch Library Fri - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Join us for this lap-sit story time that introduces simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants. Suggested ages: under 2 years of age. White Rock Hills Branch Library, 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 07 - 21. Boogie Woogie Books at the Audelia Road Branch Library Fri - 10:30 am - 11:15 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: under 6 years old. Join us every week for great stories on a variety of themes. Have Fun! Audelia Road Branch Library, 10045 Audelia Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 07 - 28. Yogees Yoga 4 Kids at Bookmarks Fri - 10:30 am - 11:15 am Please join us in North Court of North Park for a literary journey through yoga breathing, stretching, story and shavasana led by Stephanie Spett (Please bring a yoga mat.) Age(s): Pre-School, Infant & Toddler, Family Bookmarks in North Park Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 07 - Women’s History Month Fun Fest at the Oak Lawn Branch Library Fri - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Enjoy well-known puppeteer Sandy Shrout’s performance of The Paper Bag Princess, a great girl power story. Bookmarks in North Park Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 08 - Library Live! Believe in Yourself at the White Rock Hills Branch Library Sat - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm It’s Baby Rooster’s job to wake everybody up in the morning, but there’s just one problem—he doesn’t know how! White Rock Hills Branch Library, 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 08 - 29. Family Fun Story Time at the Bachman Lake Branch Library Sat - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join us on Saturday afternoons for a bilingual story time and more. Children of all ages welcome. Bachman Lake Branch Library, 9480 Webb Chapel Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 08 - The Pipdillys! at Bookmarks Sat - 2:00 pm - 2:40 pm Atmos Energy presents The Pipdillys in Escape from Couch Potato Land a “Healthy Living” Musical Comedy! Bachman Lake Branch Library, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 08 - Poetry Society of Texas at the Preston Royal Library Sat - 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Welcome to the monthly meeting of the Poetry Society of Texas. Our meeting will feature a guest speaker. Free and open to all! Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal Ln., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 06 - 20. Great Books Book Club at the Park Forest Branch LibraryThu - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. A chance to get together and discuss the greatest books in history.

Please read the book or passage before the meeting. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 08 - Youth Leadership Toastmasters International at the Timberglen Branch Library Sat - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Youth under 18 years of age will have fun learning to overcome nervousness when speaking before an audience, organize and present idea logically and convincingly, listen carefully to others’ ideas and participate in and even lead group discussion or meetings. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 06 - Treat Yourself to a Good Book…Club at the Oak Lawn Branch Library Thu - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm. Get ideas for your next great read while enjoying treats.

Share your thoughts on a good read with the group. No assigned reading. Oak Lawn Branch Library, 4100 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 08 - 22. In Stitches at the Timberglen Branch Library Sat - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm If you use a hook or a needle, we will keep you busy - chatting, learning, teaching and sharing: Crochet, Knitting, Cross stitch, etc. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 06 - La Leche League Dallas (PM) Thu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Lower Level Conference Room, Margot Perot Building LEADER INFORMATION :Hannah 214-562-0738 hlpoole_82@yahoo.com Heather 214-507-7564 heather.

Mar 09 - 30. KraftyKids at Bookmarks Sun 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fun for all ages featuring a different seasonal craft every week. Bookmarks, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

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Mar 11 - DALLAS TENNIS CLASSIC - LAS COLINAS. General Admission Adults $50 Children $25 Location: Four Seasons Resort and Club 4150 N. MacArthur Boulevard Irving. The Dallas Tennis Classic is returning for its annual stop on the ATP Challenger Tour with a prize money purse of $125,000. http://www.irvingtennisclassic.com/ Mar 11 - 25. Baby Bounce Basics at the Lochwood Branch Library Tue - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Join us for this story time filled with rhymes, books, and interactive fun designed especially for infants and toddlers. Suggested ages: birth to 2 years of age. Lochwood Branch Library, 11221 Lochwood Blvd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 11 - 25. Tales and Tunes for Tots at the Renner Frankford Branch Library Tue - 10:30 am 11:00 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old. Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 11 - 25. Dallas Lace Society at the Forest Green Branch Library Tue - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker’s Shop. Please call Debbie Stone at (972) 407-1775 with any questions. For adults, seniors & teens. Forest Green Branch Library, 9015 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 12 - Library Live! The Dinosaur Stomp at the Audelia Road Branch Library Wed - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Discover what dinosaurs and zoo animals do when they want to have fun or let off some steam.. Audelia Road Branch Library, 10045 Audelia Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 11 - Insanity Workout Tue - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dallas Insanity Group meets on the Great Lawn for a weekly workout led by Jimmy Nelson. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org

Mar 12 - Library Live! Beautiful Oops at the Bachman Lake Branch LibraryWed - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm It’s OK to make a mistake. In fact, hooray for mistakes!

Bachman Lake Branch Library, 9480 Webb Chapel Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 11 - Craft Ladies at the Timberglen Branch Library Tue - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Do you enjoy scrapbooking? Come join the Craft Ladies and learn more about the art of scrapbooking. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 12 - 26. Wiggly, Waggly Words at Bookmarks Wed - 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Atmos Energy presents an interactive story time featuring movement, rhymes, music and books for age 7 and under. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 11 - Dec 09. Timberglen Book Club Tue - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Timberglen Branch is pleased to announce the return of a book club! The club will meet on the second Tuesday of the month and will choose between several titles in which to discuss the following month. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 12 - La Leche League of Dallas South Wed - 10:00 am - 11:00 am Meets in Conference Room #12LEADER INFORMATION:Louanne 214-399-0098 Cassie 972-679-6564 Methodist Charleton Medical Center, 3500 W. Wheatland Rd, Dallas, Texas, www.texaslll.org Mar 12 - 26. Boogie Woogie Books at White Rock Hills Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Interactive story time with Miss Jenna featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: under 6 years old. White Rock Hills Branch Library , 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 12 - 26. Boogie Woogie Books at Timberglen Public Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes, and music. Suggested ages: under 6 years old. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 12 - 19. Boogie Woogie Books at Skyline Branch Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music.

Suggested ages: under 6 years old. Parents and caregivers are welcome. Skyline Branch Library, 6006 Everglade Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 12 - David Chicken at Bookmarks Wed - 10:30 am - 11:00 am David Chicken takes the stage with his Emmy Award Winning Talent for entertaining children as being part superhero, part Elvis and 0 fun for all ages! Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 12 - 26. Tales and Tunes for Tots at the Park Forest Branch LibraryWed - 10:30 am - 11:30 am For preschoolers who love to jump around, hear stories and sing songs. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 12 - 26. Boogie Woogie Books at Lakewood Public Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:30 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music.

Suggested ages: 6 years old and younger Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 12 - 26. Preschool Story Time Fun at the Forest Green Branch Library Wed - 11:00 am - 11:45 am Join us for fun interactive stories, arts & crafts and fun activities for preschool children! Suggested ages 2- 6 years.

Forest Green Branch Library, 9015 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 11 - Music and Stories with KidsWorks Tue - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Grab the kiddos for a storytelling session in the park! Cute stories and fun tunes for little ones presented by Miss Kimberly. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org

Mar 12 - Library Live! The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush at the Forest Green Branch Library Wed - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Be transported into the fascinating world of Native Americans who lived in the Great Plains as master storyteller Rolanda Brigham introduces you to Gopher, the smallest boy in his tribe who had been faithful to his special gift of painting.. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 11 - 25. Baby Bounce at the Renner Frankford Library Tue - 11:15 am - 11:45 am Great fun for all - moms/caregivers and their infants up to 24 months with interactive music, nursery rhymes and stories! Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 12 - Library Live! The Language of Adinkra at the Skyline Branch Library Wed - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Discover how the Akan oral tradition in Ghana, West Africa led to the creation of Adinkra visual symbols representing key cultural ideas and beliefs. Skyline Branch Library, 6006 Everglade Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

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Mar 12 - Library Live! Bangalee and Grunk, the Junk Eating Dragon at the Renner Frankford Branch Library Wed - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Listen to master storyteller. Share your thoughts on the tale and use your creativity and imagination to act it out with the group as you bring the characters to life! Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 12 - Zumba at Klyde Warren Park Wed - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Aerobic dance classes on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn with the Dallas YMCA. Try one of our weekly Zumba classes. It’s a fun, upbeat way to get up and moving!

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survive as Creatures of the Night. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 15 - American Girl’s Truly You Workshop at Barnes and Noble Sat - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Join us for a Special American Girl Event inspired by the newest Girl of the Year. The Truly Talented You workshop will feature fun activities, puzzles and crafts. Barnes and Noble, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 15 - Gaming in the Library at the Park Forest Branch Library Sat - 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Join the Park Forest Teen center in an afternoon of competition. Got something new? Bring it in, got the new Black Ops, the new Wii U? Bring it in, we will put you on the big screen and play till your fingers fall off! There will be treats and drinks as well as prizes for the winners. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 16 - 30. KraftyKids at Bookmarks Sun 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fun for all ages featuring a different seasonal craft every week. Bookmarks, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 16 - May 18. Zumbatomic Children’s Zumba Class Sun - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico is very excited to offer Zumbatomic in the Park for children! This class is free to the public and is encouraging a healthy lifestyle for our youth. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 17. St. Patrick’s Day. Wear green or get pinched!

Mar 12 - Skillman Southwestern Book Club Wed - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm The selection for this month is the reallife espionage thriller Double-Cross: Join the conversation!

Skillman Southwestern Branch Library, 5707 Skillman St., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 18 - 30. The Wizard of Oz. Tue - 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm “We’re off to see….” the most magical adventure of them all. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic.

Music Hall at Fair Park, Dallas, 909 1st Ave, Dallas, Texas, www.dallassummermusicals.org

Mar 13 - 27. Boogie Woogie Books at Skillman Southwestern Branch Library Thu - 10:30 am - 11:15 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: under 6 years old. Join us every week for great stories on a variety of themes. Have Fun! Skillman Southwestern Branch Library, 5707 Skillman St., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 18 - 25. Baby Bounce Basics at the Lochwood Branch Library Tue - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Join us for this story time filled with rhymes, books, and interactive fun designed especially for infants and toddlers. Suggested ages: birth to 2 years of age. Lochwood Branch Library, 11221 Lochwood Blvd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 13 - Library Live! The Language of Adinkra at the Timberglen Branch Library Thu - 5:00 pm 6:00 pm Discover how the Akan oral tradition in Ghana, West Africa led to the creation of Adinkra visual symbols representing key cultural ideas and beliefs. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 13 - Music From Cello Fury Thu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm A cello rock powerhouse featuring three cellists and a drummer, Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Mar 14 - 28. Baby Bounce at the White Rock Hills Branch Library Fri - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Join us for this lap-sit story time that introduces simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants. Suggested ages: under 2 years of age. White Rock Hills Branch Library, 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 14 - 21. Boogie Woogie Books at the Audelia Road Branch Library Fri - 10:30 am - 11:15 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: under 6 years old. Join us every week for great stories on a variety of themes. Have Fun! Audelia Road Branch Library, 10045 Audelia Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 15 - Deep Ellum Outdoor Market Sat - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm The Deep Ellum Outdoor Market features local artists, live music, and food trucks in Dallas most unique neighborhood. The 2800 block of Main St is shut down to make a walkable, urban area. Deep Ellum, 2800 Block of Main St, Dallas, Texas, 214.785-9285 www. deepellummarket.com Mar 15 - Spanish Story Time at Bookmarks Sat - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Spanish Storytime with Senora Lilia!Ms. Lilia is a native of Argentina and has worked as a librarian with the Dallas Public Library for over 10 years. She is very creative and enjoys reading to children! Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 15 - Night Creature Jr. Safari at Bookmarks Sat - 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Night Creature Jr. Safari presented by Critterman! This program will feature a tarantula, alligator, legless lizard, Burmese python, opossum, and owl. I will talk about how these animals live, thrive, and

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Mar 18 - 25. Tales and Tunes for Tots at the Renner Frankford Branch Library Tue - 10:30 am 11:00 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old. Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 18 - 25. Boogie Woogie Books at Preston Royal Branch Library Tue - 10:30 am - 11:30 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old. Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal Ln., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 18 - Music and Stories with KidsWorks Tue - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Grab the kiddos for a storytelling session in the park!Cute stories and fun tunes for little ones presented by Miss Kimberly. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 18 - 25. Baby Bounce at the Renner Frankford Library Tue - 11:15 am - 11:45 am Great fun for all - moms/caregivers and their infants up to 24 months with interactive music, nursery rhymes and stories! Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 18 - 25. Dallas Lace Society at the Forest Green Branch Library Tue - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker’s Shop. Please call Debbie Stone at (972) 407-1775 with any questions. For adults, seniors & teens. Forest Green Branch Library, 9015 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 18 - Hands on Science with the Perot Museum at the Bachman Lake Branch Library Tue - 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Take a crash course in rocks from the experts at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science! Dig for fossils, study minerals under UV lights and sort bones. Attendee must be between the grades of K and 6.Register online. Bachman Lake Branch Library, 9480 Webb Chapel Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 18 - Insanity Workout Tue - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dallas Insanity Group meets on the Great Lawn for a weekly workout led by Jimmy Nelson. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org

The Know It All cont.’d Mar 18 - Author Event, Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Tue - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Joe Cross The Reboot with Joe Juice Diet: Lose Weight, Get Healthy and Feel Amazing.

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event. Live bands will be performing a variety of music from alternative, classic and punk rock to blues, jazz and soul along each mile of the race course. www.runrocknroll.competitor. com/dallas for more info.

Mar 19 - 26. Tales and Tunes for Tots at the Park Forest Branch LibraryWed - 10:30 am - 11:30 am For preschoolers who love to jump around, hear stories and sing songs. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 25 - Tales and Tunes for Tots at the Renner Frankford Branch Library Tue - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old. Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 19 - 26. Boogie Woogie Books at Lakewood Public Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:30 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 6 years old and younger Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 25 - Boogie Woogie Books at Preston Royal Branch Library Tue - 10:30 am - 11:30 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old. Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 19 - Renner Frankford Book Club Wed - 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm Join us for an evening of literary fun and friends.

March’s book will be Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman.

Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 25 - Music and Stories with KidsWorks Tue 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Grab the kiddos for a storytelling session in the park! Cute stories and fun tunes for little ones presented

by Miss Kimberly. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

Mar 20. Preview Luncheon and Campus Tour at Grace Academy of Dallas. For Pre-K3 to 6th Grade. Reservations required for lunch. 11:30am – 12:30pm. 11306A Inwood Rd, Dallas 214-696-5648 www. graceacademy.com. See ad in this issue.

Mar 25 - Knit Wits at the Lakewood Branch Library Tue - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join a lively group of knitters!

All levels of expertise welcome! Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

Mar 20 - Reader’s Delight Book Club at the Skyline Branch Library Thu - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Discussion of new books, giving a brief description and a review. Skyline Branch Library, 6006 Everglade Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 20 - May 29. Ideas in Bloom Thu - 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Ideas in Bloom is a weekly lunchtime speaker series that runs twice a year. It happens on Thursdays at noon in The Dallas Morning News Reading & Games Room.

Begins on Thursday, March 20, In the meantime, please contact Misty Maberry, the Reading Room Coordinator, at misty@klydewarrenpark.org with any inquiries. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 20 - Great Books Book Club at the Park Forest Branch Library Thu - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm A chance to get together and discuss the greatest books in history.

Please read the book or passage before the meeting. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 20 - Music from the Lone Star String Band Thu - 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm The Lone Star String Band hopes to get you on your feet clappin’ and dancin’ to their old-time, hillbilly music. They play old songs and fiddle tunes, the parent music to bluegrass, that was commonly heard on rural front porches and at barn dances throughout America before World War II. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Mar 21 - Dallas Children’s Theater Presents Mariachi Girl Fri - 12:00 am - 12:00 pm Enjoyed by ages 8+. An uplifting & original family drama about reaching for your dreams filled with passions & vibrant mariachi music.

Runs March 21-30. Matinee & Evening Performances.

American Sign Language Interpretation Performance 3/30 at 1:30pm. Rosewood Center, 5938 Skillman, Dallas, Texas, www.dallasmuseumofart.org Mar 21 - Nov 21. Late Nights at the Dallas Museum of Art Fri - 6:00 pm - 12:00 am Free admission and special activities. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood, Dallas, Texas, www.dallasmuseumofart.org Mar 22. The 5th Annual DFW Family Expo. Fun for the whole family with product samples, play areas, an indoor trampoline park, petting zoo, face painting, live performances and more. 10am-5pm. Dallas Market Center, Main Hall. $5, all proceeds donated to Children’s Medical Center 214-6050006 dfwFamilyExpo.com. See ad in this issue.

Mar 22 - In Stitches at the Timberglen Branch Library Sat - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm If you use a hook or a needle, we will keep you busy - chatting, learning, teaching and sharing: Crochet, Knitting, Cross stitch, etc. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 23 - 30. KraftyKids at Bookmarks Sun 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fun for all ages featuring a different seasonal craft every week. Bookmarks, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 23 - Rock n’Roll Dallas 1/2 Marathon Sun - 7:55 am - 5:00 pm. Music makes up the heart and “sole” of this

Mar 25 - Insanity Workout Tue - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dallas Insanity Group meets on the Great Lawn for a weekly workout led by Jimmy Nelson. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Mar 26 - Tales and Tunes for Tots at the Park Forest Branch Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:30 am For preschoolers who love to jump around, hear stories and sing songs. Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 26 - Boogie Woogie Books at Lakewood Public Library Wed - 10:30 am - 11:30 am Interactive story time featuring books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 6 years old and younger Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 26 - Wiggly, Waggly Words at Bookmarks Wed - 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Atmos Energy presents an interactive story time featuring movement, rhymes, music and books for age 7 and under. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 28-29. Prestonwood Men’s Conference: Legacy Living & Leaving. Powerful teaching by 8 dynamic speakers over 2 days and worship led by Michael Neale and the Prestonwood Men’s Worship Band. Plano Campus, 6801 W Park Blvd, Plano. Register online prestonwoodmensconference. org. See ad in this issue.

Mar 29 - French Story Time with Mademoiselle Sonia at Bookmarks Sat - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Please join us inside of the Bookmarks library for French stories and songs led by Mademoiselle Sonia of the Dallas International School! Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 29 - This Isn’t Your High School Book Club at the Oak Lawn Branch Library Sat - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Join us as we read The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton. Oak Lawn Branch Library, 4100 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 29 - Family Fun Story Time at the Bachman Lake Branch Library Sat - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join us on Saturday afternoons for a bilingual story time and more. Children of all ages welcome. Bachman Lake Branch Library, 9480 Webb Chapel Rd., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 29 - Creative Kids Craft at the Park Forest Branch Library Sat - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Hop into Spring with this fun craft! Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Mar 29 - Mad Science at Bookmarks Sat - 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Mad Science of Dallas presents Spin, PoP, Boom!:You will be spellbound with these cool experiments in physics and chemsitry, from volcanic reactions to spinning centrifugal force demonstrations. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www. dallaslibrary2.org Mar 30 - KraftyKids at Bookmarks Sun - 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Fun for all ages featuring a different seasonal craft every week. Bookmarks, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, www.dallaslibrary2.org

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Resident Camps Resident Camps are designed for campers staying at camp from several days to one or more weeks. Campers sleep overnight in cabins, tents or other forms of shelter, and participate in a variety of supervised activities. Most resident camps offer a general program of outdoor activities including hiking, swimming, sports and games, plus arts and crafts and nature awareness. Camp counselors are on hand to help kids fit in and get them past any homesickness they may experience.

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Day Camps Day Camps offer a wide variety of activities as well, with one main difference‌the campers get to go home at the end of each day. Day camps are available in half-day and full-day programs, and regularly Camp provides growth experiences for youth that can benefit them through adulthood. In a national include field survey, camp directors reported that parents rate trips to local the most important benefits of camp to be: museums, 1 2 3 4 parks and Increased Providing Making Offering other recreational places. Day camps can New Fun Self-Confidence a Safe be a great way to prepare younger kids Friends Activities & Self-Esteem Place for future summers at a resident camp.

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Prestonwood Music Studio 214-226-2389 www.PrestonMusicStudio.com Scofield Christian School 214-349-6843 www.scofieldchristian.org SeaLife Aquarium www.visitsealife.com/grapevine St. Monica Catholic School 214-351-5688 www.stmonicaschool.org Sugar & Spice Ranch Camp 830-460-8487 www.texashorsecamps.com

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After becoming ordained, he was asked to bring the Gospel to Ireland.

He did this and converted thousands to Christianity. A legend says that a Chieftain of a local tribe tried to kill Patrick, however, the Chieftain’s arm could not move to strike him. His message, many more miracles, and forty years later, Patrick had converted all of Ireland to Christianity. It was St. Patrick that used the 3-sided Shamrock as a tool to explain the Trinity (Father, Son & Holy Spirit). The four-leaf clover is lucky because Christian’s hold that the fourth is the Grace of God.

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“You don’t want to get pinched to death by your friends,” I warned.

He seemed non-plused by my advice. “If I forget to wear green, my teacher will paint a shamrock on my face to protect me.”

I couldn’t believe what he was telling me. When I was a kid, all a teacher did on St. Patrick’s Day was send you to the nurse when your welts started to bleed.

“Not wearing green was like wearing a sign on your

back that said ‘KICK ME,’” I told him. “Even the gym coach would pinch us.”

my youth, underwear came in one style for boys: white and tight. It would be a mistake of gargantuan proportions to say your underwear was green - a boy might as well say he was wearing a green bra.

“Couldn’t you sue for that?”

“No, but the kindergartners were allowed to cry.”

My son also told me that students these days have to sneak around on the playground to pinch kids because school rules forbid such behavior.

“Not in my day,” I retorted. “They sold tickets and printed a program guide. ‘Step right up ladies and gentlemen - come see Little Kenny Swarner mutilated by his peers. If he doesn’t wet his pants, you get your money back.’” The playground duty had a front row seat.

I guess I was adamant with my son because I can still vividly remember St. Patrick’s Day 1974. I was in the 3rd grade, and I forgot to wear green in an unforgiving school. I recall how traumatic it was to stand by the coat rack trying to devise a way to see my 10th birthday. As I tried to look inconspicuous, I could sense the other kids searching around the classroom like a pack of hungry wolves for the green-less lambs.

I still have nightmares about it.

Of course, some kids back then would try anything to avoid a beating. But, the one thing no one with half a brain did was claim they were ‘unpinchable’ because they were wearing green underwear. In the days of

Getting pinched lasts one day. Green underwear heckling could still come up in a high school yearbook: Ken Swarner was voted “Most Likely To Wear Embarrassing Undergarments.”

My only real option in the 3rd grade was to hide.

During recess, I stowed away in the coat closet. At lunch, I ate my sandwich in a toilet stall. Finally, as the end of school neared, I realized I’d need an exceptional escape route. With 15 minutes left in the day, I jammed a pen cap up my nose. I remember feeling especially victorious sitting in the nurse’s station with an icepack on my face waiting for my mom to pick me up. After all, it’s not every kid who survives St. Patrick’s Day without wearing green.

When my mom arrived, she lectured me for five minutes - a small price to pay. As we were leaving, the principal asked if I was okay. I nodded, trying to mask a smile behind the cold pack.

“Uh oh,” he announced, walking up to me. He obviously noticed my swollen nose. “You aren’t wearing green,” he continued. He pinched me so hard that the pen cap shot out of my nose like seeds from a tomato.

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