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pring is the air! La La La La La

I feel it, and it’s wonderful. My family is so over the cold and ice. There is a newness and freshness about the Season of Spring. A resurrection of life from death. This is truth.

As with everyone else, it seems to me that everything is passing by so quickly; the days merging into weeks, months and years pass by with the blink of an eye. I still have Christmas boxes to lift upstairs, and now there are Easter eggs to add to the mix!

Spring may be the perfect time to reflect on the rest of this year. What’s your focus? For my family, it will be recognizing that time is valuable, and as a family we are to value each other and be recognized for our contribution to the welfare of our family unit. That’s a funny term, “family unit.” But that’s what families are; they are the nucleus of civilization. Research clearly shows that the institution of the family is the first form of community. We learn inside the family, how to act outside the family. We need to get this right! And the only way to do this is to have conversations, identify what our morals are, stay faithful to God and to each other, and remain open to the mysterious workings of the Holy Spirit.

My husband and I have two amazing kids; okay one is a young adult. They are a sweet mix of worldliness and at times would-be saints. Yes, they have cell phones, listen to pop music and one of them thinks leggings are pants! And at the end of the day when I hear “come say prayers with me,” I can only give thanks for my family unit and know that the request I just heard was a prompting by the Holy Spirit. I pray we are getting it right!

I also pray for all the readers of this publication. Thank you for all your kind words and for doing business with us and for doing business with the advertisers inside these pages. We are a community unit! And we should support each other and recognize our contributions to the welfare of the community.

Be well,

Mary Ellen May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. ~ Romans 15:13

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Teagan S., age 6 Our cover child this month is Teagan. Her favorite foods include pizza, chicken and PB&J sandwiches. You can be sure that she loves dancing, singing, soccer and playing dress up. She has a brother named Talon.

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Barefoot is Best!

While shoes sure look cute on your little one’s feet, they’re not necessary when learning to walk.

In fact, shoes can even hinder a child’s walking and cerebral development, says Tracy Byrne, a podiatrist specializing in podopediatrics. “Toddlers keep their heads up more when they are walking barefoot,” she says. It’s the looking down that throws them off balance making them fall down. Plus, walking barefoot helps develop the muscles and ligaments of the foot. The real purpose for shoes is to protect tiny feet from rough or hard surfaces, so they should be worn outdoors. But when you’re inside, especially now that it’s warmer, leave the shoes at the door.

Lazy Eye Amblyopia is the medical term used when the vision of one eye is reduced because it fails to work properly with the brain. This common cause of visual impairment affects approximately 2 to 3 out of every 100 children. A common treatment may be to patch the “good” or stronger eye and force the brain to use the weaker eye which makes it stronger.

Optometric Association recommends that children have a comprehensive optometric examination by the age of 6 months and again at age 3. Lazy eye will not go away on its own.

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Want to save money at the grocery store? Plan your meals for the week based on what’s on sale. Most grocery stores run their specials Wednesday through Tuesday. Grab the circular or go online; find out what’s on sale and plan your menus accordingly.

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Sounds like a perfect pairing. Many stores also have reward programs and savings apps that allow you to load coupons right onto your savings card. It takes a little extra effort in planning, but the savings are worth it. Remember to have a snack before shopping. Studies show you could save even more, as well as make better choices!

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What Do Parents Think About Camp?

According to ACA - Youth Outcomes of the Camp Experience report, parents cite the following as the most important reasons for sending their children to camp:

Breastfeeding is a wonderful gift for both you and your baby. Thanks to the hormone prolactin, mothers get to enjoy the peaceful, nurturing sensation that allows them to relax and focus on their child, as well as the hormone, oxytocin that promotes a strong sense of love and attachment between the mom and the baby. Another bonus; breastfeeding leads to getting your body back faster!

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The Only Thing You Need to Say Parents, listen up! If your kid’s an athlete (or artist, a performer, or anything really), it’s time to stop with all the fuss. Quit praising, criticizing or even sympathizing with your child about a job well (or not so well) done. Simply love them and be their biggest fan. An informal survey initiated by two former coaches (and summarized in an article titled What Makes a Nightmare Sports Parent and What Makes a Great One, by Steve Henson), asked college athletes what their parents said that made them feel great about themselves and their chosen sport. What are the magic words? (insert drumroll here) “I love to watch you play.”

That’s it. It’s that simple. Try it this weekend and relish your child’s relieved reaction.

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Set your refrigerator temperature below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. This keeps harmful bacteria from growing. Storing food in a refrigerator with temperatures higher than 40 degrees increases the likelihood of foodborne illness.

Temperatures inside a refrigerator can vary, especially from season to season. Control the temperature by keeping a refrigerator thermometer in the center of the middle shelf (not on the door). Check the thermometer often to be sure the temperature remains below 40 degrees. See more refrigerator tips by visiting us at www.suburbanparent.com

A Teaching Moment With Nutella!

Favored by many on toast or banana slices for breakfast, this hazel-nutty, chocolate goodness can also be a teaching moment on how global supply chains and agribusiness value chains work. What goes into making this delish product? Well, get out your world map!

A single jar contains sugar from Brazil, cocoa from Nigeria, hazelnuts from Turkey, palm oil from Malaysia and vanilla from France. With factories located close to the end markets in Australia, North America and Europe.

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Dear “Momsolvers”, “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. How do I handle this without making him feel he is doing something wrong?” ~ Liz, mom of 1 u No need to get embarrassed. He’s just figuring out what’s going on in the world around him.

He sounds adorable. I’d just scoop him up and hug and tickle him and change the subject. He may just want to snuggle with you, so by all means snuggle with him. And then go get a big boy snack together. Hold on tight to the little guy. They grow up fast! ~ Ellen, reader and mom of 2

u Get ready mama, there will be more embarrassing moments for you. J But, truth be told, try not to fret about these things. Children are so precious and innocent. He is a big boy now and you can tell him that he can pick out his very own sippy cup with his name on it, or his favorite character. Keep him close to you as often as possible; those loving moments are very important to a toddler too. Just because breastfeeding is over, the cuddling should never stop. ~ Miranda, reader and mom of 3

u I can remember those days too! My little one breastfed until she was 2. Occasionally, she would just walk up to me and start to unbutton my shirt! I would just pick her up and kiss her up and ask if she was hungry. I always keep small snacks with me, so she would get that until her scheduled feeding time. We were weaning to the cup at that point and mostly breastfed in the morning and in the evening. ~ Doris, reader and mom of 2

Dear “Momsolvers”, “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 u Good for you grandma, for taking care of your grandkids like that! I can see how this might be challenging for you. I would think that it’s just a matter of time before they figure out the new rules in their new living arrangements. But, I would also think their ages will make a difference in how long it takes. If they’re young, it won’t take long. If they’re older, just be loving and consistent. Provide plenty of empathy (not sympathy), but stick to your guns. Say things like, “I know this is hard for you,” or “I hear what you’re saying, but these are the rules now. You’ll get used to them.” ~ Susan, reader and mom of 2

u You just have to lay down the law. Tell them I know mommy has let you do these things in the past but you live with me now and we have new rules. Maybe make a chart with the new rules and go over some of the things mom let them do before and explain why things will be different with grandma. Kids like structure! Just be patient with them but make sure they know there is a new sheriff in town! J ~ Cindy, reader and mom of 4

u From your question, I gather that one of them may be a bit older, maybe a tween? Know that this is an age when kids test the boundaries. Be as loving as you can, and never say anything negative about their mom. Just smile and tell them that you love them and want to make sure they are safe, and your boundaries are to be respected out of love from

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them too. Make sure you are consistent with providing unexpected treats, like homemade cookies when they get home from school, or family game night with snacks or a walk in the park on a certain night each week. These are important and they will always be remembered. Many blessings to you! ~ Fran, reader and mom of 3

Dear “Momsolvers”, “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. Any advice about parenting a social media novice and teen?” u Social Media is scary; I’m with you on that one. But, it sounds like you’ve already set some good boundaries by waiting this long to allow her to get on these sites. Be sure to go over the dangers with her. Don’t scare her, but teach her to be wise in how she uses them. Talk about appropriate and inappropriate uses of the media. Remind her that what goes online stays online… forever, and someday, she’s going to want to get into a great college or apply for a job. And, here’s the other thing, mom. You’re going to have to get on some of these sites yourself to monitor what’s going on. Oh and if she’s doing this on a smart phone, it needs to be charging in a central location (not next to her bed) every night, so there’s no temptation to get online when she shouldn’t be. ~ Bea, reader and mom of 1

u I know how you feel! My son also wanted to be on these social media sites as well. We compromised with Instagram. We discussed up front the rules and I told him if he couldn’t be responsible and listen then he couldn’t have this. I have the password to his account and I go on check it from time to time. He isn’t allowed to follow anyone or add any friends without my approval. If he posts something I don’t like he is to immediately take it down. It has worked well for him and me. He knows I am monitoring and he is fine with it. He understood the rules from the beginning and we haven’t had any issues with it. We also have his account set to private so no one can see any of his information without being his friend. ~ Maggie, reader and mom of 2

u Well you certainly set the stage for rules in the beginning by having her wait until 13 years!

Kudos to you. Make sure she understands that you will be monitoring her and reading her twitter, instagram, texting, etc... Now you have to educate yourself too, there is lots of information online. Ask you daughter what applications she will be using and research them. Also have a contract of guidelines. Here is an example you can download. http:// digitalcitizenship.net/uploads/KidPledge1.pdf Just stay close and available without judging and she will be more willing to share! ~ Gloria, reader and mom of 2

Next month: How would you handle these dilemmas?

Find these online at www.facebook.com/momsolvers I am a stay at home of two (8 & 11years) mom and need to return to work to help with our finances. Any suggestions to make this an easy transition for my kids?

My child complains that her teacher is mean to her. Where do I start with this?

My husband tells me I must follow through with the consequences of our child’s bad behavior. I’m a wimp when it comes to my teen saying “I’m sorry”; how do I stay strong with the consequences and recognize their apology?

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only wants us to see the finished product. So I left her in charge and headed to the kitchen table to read the Sunday newspaper.

As Jessie poured the mixed batter into the skillet and joyfully flipped away, I couldn’t help but peek up periodically from my paper. It seems like only yesterday I was standing over her three-year-old shoulders to make sure she didn’t burn herself on the hot skillet or fall off of the stool she needed to reach it. Six years zoomed by quicker than Jessie and I found baking powder.

As I reminisced, Jessie provided me with periodic updates. “They’re thicker; they’ll be more filling.” “I burnt myself. I’m okay. It’s only a third-degree burn.” I noticed that Jessie gave Sadie, our dog, a few sample tastes. Jessie had a grand time making pancakes two at a time. “I like dragging it out,” she said.

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Jessie, and I have made pancakes together since she was three years old. Now age nine, she still enjoys mixing the ingredients, pouring the batter into the skillet, and flipping them. She loves making pancakes almost as much as eating them.

However, because she smothers her pancakes with creative combinations of powdered sugar, various kinds of syrup, whipped cream, and cinnamon sugar butter, eating them rates pretty highly.

One recent Sunday, Jessie said, “Let’s make pancakes for breakfast.” I responded, “I could eat pancakes,” and went to retrieve the mix from the pantry. “Uh oh, Jessie, the box is almost empty.” Jessie, undeterred, went to her friend, Google. Seconds later, Jessie announced that she found an excellent pancake recipe. She tried to sell it to me by saying, “It has all 5-star ratings and one 4-star rating.” She began to call out the ingredients from her desk, located just off the kitchen. Boy, she really didn’t want oatmeal and yogurt, her standard weekday breakfast.

When Jessie said, “baking powder,” I thought I’d be making oatmeal, as I was confident we lacked this ingredient. But I checked the pantry

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just to make sure. Jessie got up from her desk and helped with the search. “I’m sure we have some, Dad.” “I don’t think so, Jessie.” I thought my pantry was disorganized before Jessie’s hunt, but now I know what disorganized looks like.

Now that I’ve had time to reflect on this experience, I have learned a number of things. Don’t rush to make microwaved oatmeal. Extra sugar makes pancakes sweeter. Have enough soap on hand for cleaning up after “not looking.” A five-star breakfast is a great way to begin a Sunday, especially for a dog. In addition, the experience was a good reminder that Dad isn’t always right.

I concluded we were out of luck, but Jessie refused to give up. She checked the pantry another time.

She even searched the refrigerator. As I prepared to make oatmeal, I decided to check the cabinet where I keep a few spices and spotted the baking powder. It turns out that Jessie was right and I was wrong. She was so excited when I pulled out the white can and held it in the air. I think it was because we could try her pancake recipe and not because she was right and I was wrong.

I’ve also concluded that besides eggs, flour, salt, sugar, milk, and baking powder, one other ingredient is needed. Extra sugar? No. Vanilla?

Different story. It’s patience. Patience to teach.

Patience to learn. Patience to sit back and not run to the rescue. Spilled milk is easy to clean, although egg slime dripping down the kitchen cabinet takes some effort. Patience to listen. And patience to not say “no” right away. I’ll also need patience to rearrange my messy pantry.

We gathered all the ingredients and prepared to make 5-star pancakes from scratch. Jessie even felt comfortable tweaking the recipe. Instead of one tablespoon of sugar per the recipe, well, let’s just say the batter contained adequate sugar. As she mixed all the ingredients, I pulled out the electric skillet.

Jessie, with spatula in hand, then uttered the words we hear so frequently, “Don’t look, please!” Jessie likes to surprise her mom and me with whatever she is doing (creating art, making a salad, etc.) and

Before long, Jessie will be ready to try another recipe. I don’t know if I’ll have all the ingredients and in the right quantity. But regardless of my pantry’s status or my patience level, I’ll never run out of the most important ingredient – love.

Until next month, remember to cherish the moments.

I wish all moms a Happy Mother’s Day. May your day be filled with an extra tablespoon of sugar as you fill your recipes and your homes with love. •

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

Apr 1. Tiny Tot Tuesdays at the Dallas Arboretum. Tue - 10am-2pm Children’s activities include face painting, petting zoo, nature art and Kindermusik.

Please check the website or Facebook page, or call 214.515.6500 the morning of the event. Activities may take place indoors.

Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, www.dallasarboretum.org Apr 1. 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. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas, www.dallasmuseumofart.org Apr 1. Free LEGO Mini Build. Tue - 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Children ages 6-15 ONLY can celebrate every month with a free mini build at LEGO stores at Stonebriar Mall & Northpark Center. First Tuesdays beginning at 5:00pm until all the kits are gone. LEGO stores in Dallas & Frisco, Dallas, www.lego.com Apr 01 - Stroller Boot Camp. EVERY Tue 10:00am-11:00am The YMCA hosts a boot-camp for moms, dads and anyone else with a stroller! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Apr 01 - Outsiders-No To celebrate the book selection,

Big D Reads: The Bullying Pledge Wall themes of the Big D Reads The Outsiders, customers

are invited to make an anti-bullying pledge during the month of April. All Ages White Rock Hills Branch Library, 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, 670-8443 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/whiterock.php Apr 01 - Dec 31. Dallas Farmers Market 8:00am - 6:00pm. With about 100 vendors, visitors will find a variety of fruits, vegetables, herbs, plants, flowers and sweets. Dallas Farmers Market, 1010 S Pearl Expwy, Dallas, 214.664-9110 www.dallasfarmersmarket.org Apr 01 - Story Time with Miss Jenn at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Tue 10:30 am - 11:00 am. Join us EVERY Tuesday for a delightful time of reading and activities with Miss Jen! Perfect for ages 0-4. Barnes and Noble, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 01 - Music and Stories with KidsWorks Tue - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.

Grab the kiddos for a storytelling session in the park! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Apr 01 - Big D Reads Movie Screening at the White Rock Hills Library Tue - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

Watch the movie version of the book The Outsiders! Please note: the movie may not be appropriate for all audiences.

Recommended age groups: Teens and Adults. White Rock Hills Branch Library, 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, 214.670-8443

Apr 01 - InsanityWorkout 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, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 01 - 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, www.dallaslibrary2.org Apr 01 - 29. Timberglen Public Library Chess Club Tue 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. The Timberglen library hosts a free chess class every Tuesday from 6-8pm.

Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, 214.671-1365 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/timberglen.php Apr 02 - 30. Lunchtime Music Wed 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Bring lunch and enjoy music in the park! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, Texas, 214.716-4500 www. klydewarrenpark.org Apr 2. Disney on Ice: Let’s Celebrate!

Matinee & Evening Performances $10-$78 Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as they celebrate a Very Merry Unbirthday Party and much more! American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Ave., Dallas, www. americanairlinescenter.com

Apr 2. Dining Out in Dallas, Battle of the Chefs. Wed 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Admission: $75 advance purchase; $100 at the door. Dallas’ best chefs will be firing up the burners and sharpening their knives in preparation for the “Battle of the Chefs” TM challenge Vote on your favorite dish of the night and help determine the winner of the “Battle of the Chefs.” Frontiers of Flight Museum, 6911 Lemon Ave., Dallas, 972.868-7943 www. diningoutindallas.com Apr 02 - 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. It’s a fun, upbeat way to get up and moving! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

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Apr 02 - 13. Dallas Opera Presents The Barber of Seville Wed - 7:30 pm - 2:00 pm. Matinee and Evening Performances. See website for show details.

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Dallas International Film Festival One of MovieMaker magazine’s “25 Festivals worth the Entry Fee,” the 8th-annual Dallas International Film Festival April 3 to April 13. Go online for list of films and venues. Various Dallas Area Locations, , Dallas, 214.720-0555 http:// diff2014.dallasfilm.org Apr 03 - Music Thursday with The William Foley Ensemble. Grab a spot

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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

on the lawn and enjoy music from The William Foley Ensemble. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 3. Stories and More! Texas Discovery Gardens. Thu 11:00 am-11:30 am . We’ll make crafts, read a book, meet special friends and enjoy themed snacks! The programs end with our daily noon butterfly release!The under-five/stroller crowd. Adults pay regular admission. Advance pricing: $8 per Child 3-11 / $6 Member; $3 per Child 1-2 / $2 Member. At door purchase; $2/child surcharge. Texas Discovery Gardens, 3601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, 214.428-7476 www.texasdiscoverygardens.org Apr 03 - 28. Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal. Thu - 10:30 am - 11:00 am Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal, 5959 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.3630924 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 03 - 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. The Dallas Morning News Reading & Games Room. Please contact Misty Maberry, at misty@klydewarrenpark.org with any inquiries. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 03 - 17. Domino Night at the Timberglen Library Thu - 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. The Timberglen Library is hosting a domino night the first and third Thursdays of each month. All skill levels are welcome. We will provide dominos, but you are welcome to bring your favorite set. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, 214.671-1365 http://dallaslibrary2.org/ branch/timberglen.php Apr 03 - La Leche League Dallas (PM). Thu 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Lower Level Conference Room, Margot Perot Building. LEADER INFORMATION: Hannah 214-

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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

562-0738 hlpoole_82@yahoo.com, Heather 214-5077564 heather.traylor@yahoo.com, Alison alisonegrady@ yahoo.com. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, 8200 Walnut Hill Ln, Dallas, Texas, www.texaslll.org Apr 03 - Cookbook Author Lisa Lillien to Sign The Hungry Girl at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Thu - 7pm-9pm. The #1 New York Times bestselling author shares her famous super-sizing techniques, diet philosophies and delicious recipes, and she’s put them into a foolproof four-week jump-start plan to help you lose weight effortlessly. Join us! 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, Texas, 214.739-1124 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 3. Free Health and Wellness Seminar.

Thu - 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm The general public is invited to attend this free seminar, which will be presented by Pat and Mary Sculley, owners of The Exercise Coach-Dallas, and Elizabeth Naylor, owner of Ebenezer Wellness. For more information and to RSVP, please visit the website.

The Exercise Coach, 14891 Preston Rd. Ste. 100, Dallas, www.eventbrite.com Apr 04 - Dallas Film Society High School Day Fri - 12:00 am - 12:00 pm. More than 400 teenagers from around North Texas attend High School Day where they hear from various industry speakers and learn about different aspects of filmmaking. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St., Dallas, Texas, 214.242-5100 www. nashersculpturecenter.org Apr 4. 5th Annual Artspark. Fri - 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Sat. 12-4 p.m. FREE, event features arts and cultural organizations from across North Texas coming together to encourage citizens to make art a part of their everyday lives. Opportunities to learn a new creative skill, hone a talent, join a like-minded group, volunteer for a favorite art form and explore what makes North Texas a great place to live. NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, www.northparkcenter.com/Calendar/

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by Turner Live Events, will kick off Friday, April 4 with multi-platinum entertainer Jason Aldean at the AT&T Block Party; followed by country music superstar Tim McGraw and acclaimed rock band The Killers, both performing at the Coke ZeroTM Countdown Concert on Saturday, April 5; and closing on Sunday, April 6 Headliner Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band at the Capital One JamFest. To access the latest concert announcements and specific times visit our website. Reunion Park, Reunion Blvd., Dallas,www.ncaa.com/marchmadness/musicfest Apr 4. 20th Annual Deep Ellum Arts Festival.

This FREE annual visual and performing arts festival will cover six city blocks of Main Street in Dallas’ Entertainment. This is an adult-oriented festival and while supervised minors are welcome, there are no activities specifically planned for them. Festival dates: Friday April 4 & Saturday April 5, 11:00am to 11:00pm and Sunday, April 6th 11:00am to 8:00pm. Six Blocks of Main Street in Deep Ellum, 2600 Main St., Dallas, 214.855-1881 www.deepellumartsfestival.com Apr 4. Coaches’ Huddle. Fri - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join us in support of your favorite team - and the fight against cancer - at the Coaches’ Huddle! Admission: $75 per person. The event host, college basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla of ESPN, and Division I Basketball coaches are asking you to join them for a cocktail reception and pep rally during the Final Four Weekend! See website for full details.

Adolphus Hotel, 1321 Commerce St., Dallas, http://community.acsevents.org/site/TR?fr_ id=54672&pg=entry Apr 4. The Dallas Opera. 2014 Spring Gala Fri 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm A Texas Homecoming. The Dallas Opera Spring Gala Chairs Betty and Stephen Suellentrop invite you to be mesmerized by internationally-renowned, Texas-born tenor Jay Hunter Morris in a private recital followed by a gala dinner on the stage of the Winspear Opera House. Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St., Dallas, 214.443-1063 dallasopera.org/support/specialevents/gala/ Apr 4. Jillian Michaels Maximize Your Life Tour. Fri - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Jillian takes the stage in this intimate and uniquely personal live experience that provides you with the tools and motivation to harness your potential, kick-start your goals, and live the exceptional life that you’ve always wanted. Tickets start at just $25!

McFarlin Auditorium, SMU, 6405 Boaz Ln., Dallas,www. jillianmichaelslive.com Apr 4. Soundings: New Music at the Nasher.

Fri - 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Soundings: New Music at the Nasher. Admission: $10 Students, $20 Members, $25 Nonmembers Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St., Dallas, 214.242-5100 www.nashersculpturecenter.org Apr 04 - 25. Self Defense with El Centro College Fri - 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Learn self defense skills on your lunch break! Available to the community at El Centro College. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, Texas, 214.716-4500 www. klydewarrenpark.org Apr 04 - 18. Preston Royal Purls Knitting Social at the Preston Royal Library Fri - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Come knit with us, or come to learn. Needles and yarn provided for beginners. Every Friday from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. in the Auditorium. All Ages welcome!

Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal Ln., Dallas, Texas, 214.670-7128 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/bookmarks.php Apr 04 - 25. Salsa Class with Studio 22 Fri 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Studio 22 hosts a series of salsa classes on the Muse Family Performance Pavilion. Bring a partner, a friend or just yourself and show us what you’ve got!

Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy.,Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 04 - Amy Talkington to Sign Liv, Forever at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Fri - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Join Dallas author. Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, 214.739-1124 www.barnesandnoble.com

Warren Park with guidance from Dallas Yoga Center.

Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 05 - 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. Taught by Randle Charles of Better Humans LLC. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 05 - Peter Rabbit Character Appearance at Pottery Barn Kids Sat - 10:00 am - 11:00 am Hop into Spring and join us for a special event with Peter Rabbit. Don’t forget to bring yourcamera! Peter Rabbit will pose for pictures! Pottery Barn Kids, 3228 Knox St, Dallas, www.potterybarnkids.com Apr 05 - The Pigeon Needs a Bath! Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal Sat 11:00 am - 11:30 am. Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal, 5959 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.363-0924 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 05 - The Pigeon Needs a Bath! Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park. Sat 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Pigeon needs a bath, but he won’t go willingly. Join us for this special Story-time with activities to follow. Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas 214.739-1124 www. barnesandnoble.com Apr 05 - 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, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 05 - 26. Lakewood Movie Time for Teens Sat 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Come and enjoy a movie at the Lakewood Library. For more information about movie showings call the Lakewood Library @ 214 670-1376.

6121 Worth St., Dallas, http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/lakewood.php Apr 05 - Big D Reads Movie Screening at the Bachman Lake Library Sat 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

See the movie adaptation of the Big D Reads 2014 book, The Outsiders. Please note that the movie may not be appropriate for all audiences. Teens and Adults.

Bachman Lake Branch Library, 9480 Webb Chapel Rd., Dallas, 214.670-6376 http://dallaslibrary2.org/ branch/bachman.php Apr 05 - 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, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 05 - Travel the World with Mozart at the Timberglen Library Sat 3pm-4pm. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, 214.671-1365 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/timberglen.php Apr 07 - 28. Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal Mon 10:30 am - 11:00 am. Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal, 5959 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.3630924 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 07 - Boot Camp at Klyde Warren Park Mon - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The class is free, the results are priceless. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org.

More info online at suburbanparent.com Apr 08 - 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. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 08 - Hands on Science with the Perot Museum at the Bachman Lake Branch Library Tue 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. How do you measure the very small and the very large? Join the experts from the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. Grades K-6.

Registration required. Bachman Lake Branch Library, 9480 Webb Chapel Rd., Dallas, 214.670-6376 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/bachman.php

Apr 05 - SWEAT in the Park Boot Camp Sat 9:00 am - 10:00 am. You probably won’t have to salute or say “Sir, Yes, Sir” but you can rely on the crew from SWEAT to get you into shape. EVERY SATURDAY Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

Apr 08 - Library Live! and Big D Reads: Nothing Gold Can Stay at the Preston Royal Library Tue 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Discover the down-toearth poetry of Robert Frost’s “Nothing Gold Can Stay,” a poem referenced in The Outsiders. Preston Royal Branch Library, 5626 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.670-7128 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/preston.php

Apr 05 - Yoga at Klyde Warren Park Sat 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Enjoy the serenity of yoga in Klyde

Apr 08 - Insanity Workout Tue - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Dallas Insanity Group meets on the Great Lawn

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for a weekly workout led by Jimmy Nelson. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 08 - 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, www.dallaslibrary2.org Apr 09 - La Leche League of Dallas South Wed 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Meets in Conference Room #12, LEADER INFORMATION:Louanne 214-399-0098, Cassie 972-679-6564, Methodist Charleton Medical Center, 3500 W. Wheatland Rd, Dallas, www.texaslll.org

series that runs twice a year, in the spring and the fall.

The Dallas Morning News Reading & Games Room.

Contact Misty Maberry, the Reading Room Coordinator, at misty@klydewarrenpark.org with any inquiries. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 10 - Hands on Science with the Perot Museum at the Audelia Library Thu 3:30 pm 4:30 pm. How do you measure the very small and the very large? Join the experts from the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. Children in grades K-6.Registration required. Audelia Road Branch Library, 10045 Audelia Rd., Dallas, 214.670-1350 http://dallaslibrary2.org/ branch/audelia.php Apr 10 - Library Live! and Big D Reads: Nothing Gold Can Stay at the Oak Lawn Library Thu - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Discover Robert Frost’s “Nothing Gold Can Stay,” a poem referenced in The Outsiders, the 2014 selection of Big D Reads. Oak Lawn Branch Library, 4100 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, 214.670-1359 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/oaklawn.php Apr 10 - Glennon Melton Book Signing at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Thu 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. In Carry On, Warrior: The Power of Embracing Your Messy, Beautiful Life. Come get a signed copy. Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, 214.739-1124 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 11 - 25. Tales and Tunes for Tots at the White Rock Hills Library Fri 10:30 am - 11:00 am Story time for toddlers who love to jump around, hear stories, and sing songs. Suggested ages: 2 - 4 years old. White Rock Hills Branch Library , 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, 214.670-8443 http://dallaslibrary2.org/ branch/whiterock.php Apr 11 - 25. Tales and Tunes for Tots at the Fretz Park Library Fri 11:03 am - 11:03 am. Story Time for toddlers who love to jump around, hear stories, and sing songs. Suggested ages: 2 - 4 years old. Fretz Park Branch Library, 6990 Belt Line Rd., Dallas, 214.6706421 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/fretz.php Apr 11 - 25. Self Defense with El Centro College Fri - 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm. Learn self defense skills on your lunch break. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.716-4500 www. klydewarrenpark.org Apr 11 - 25. Preschool Palooza at Bookmarks Fri - 3:30pm-4pm. An exciting story time that engages 2- to 4-year-olds in phonics and pre-reading basics with stories, rhymes and music. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, 214.671-1381 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/bookmarks.php Apr 11 - 25. Salsa Class with Studio 22 Fri - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Studio 22 hosts a series of salsa classes on the Muse Family Performance Pavilion. Bring a partner, a friend or just yourself and show us what you’ve got! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 12 - Yoga at Klyde Warren Park Sat - 10:00 am - 11:00 am Enjoy the serenity of yoga in the Klyde Warren Park with guidance from Dallas Yoga Center.

Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 12 - Young Dragons with the Crow Collection of Asian Art Sat 10:00 am - 11:00 am.

Experience ninja games and activities that teach kids and adults how to think and move like a real ninja. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

Apr 09 - 30. Lunchtime Music Wed - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm. Bring lunch and enjoy music in the park! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.klydewarrenpark.org

Apr 12 - Big D Reads! Outsiders Read-In at the Park Forest Library Sat - 11:00 am - 5:30 pm. Join us as local schools come together to read The Outsiders from cover to cover in one day! Teens, Adults. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, 214.670-6333 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/park.php

Apr 09 - 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 presented by the YMCA of Dallas. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

Apr 12 - 26. Lakewood Movie Time for Teens Sat 12pm-6pm. Come and enjoy a movie at the Lakewood Library. For more information about movie showings call the Lakewood Library @ 214 670-1376.

Teens. Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas. http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/lakewood.php

Apr 10 - 28. Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal Thu 10:30 am - 11:00 am. Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal, 5959 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.3630924 www.barnesandnoble.com

Apr 12 - Library Live! Poetry Month Fun Fest at the White Rock Hills Library Sat 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm. Discover how the lyrics of your favorite songs are really poems! White Rock Hills Branch Library , 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, 214.670-8443 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/whiterock.php

Apr 10 - May 29. Ideas in Bloom Thu 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm. Ideas in Bloom is a weekly lunchtime speaker

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Apr 12 - Up All Night: A Father and Child Urban Campout Fundraising Event Sat 2pm-8:30am. The University Park Preschool Association (UPPA) announced its newest fundraising event. The first annual “UP All Night” urban campout will be held April 12-13. Those interested in supporting the event, please contact Marcy Simmons at upallnightcampout@ yahoo.com. Admission: $60 per dad and $50 per child University Park Elementary, 3505 Amherst Ave., Dallas, 310.564-6847 http://uppa.org/upallnight. More info at www.suburbanparent.com Apr 12 - A Recycled Puppet Show at Bookmarks Sat 2pm-2:45pm. A Recycled Puppet Show presented by Mark Burrows Puppets are made out of recycled materials. Puppetry vignettes and Classical shorts will entertain audiences small and tall. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, 214.671-1381http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/ bookmarks.php Apr 12 - Therapy Dogs at the White Rock Hills Library Sat - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm. How about reading to dogs? Yes? Then come join us for this fun and furry experience with some of our four-legged friends. White Rock Hills Branch Library, 9150 Ferguson Rd., Dallas, 214.670-8443 http://dallaslibrary2.org/ branch/whiterock.php Apr 14 - 28. Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal Mon 10:30 am - 11:00 am Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal, 5959 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.3630924 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 14 - Boot Camp at Klyde Warren Park Mon - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm You probably won’t have to salute or say “Sir, Yes, Sir” but you can rely on Jesus Cappucinno to get you into shape. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas,www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 15 - Music and Stories with KidsWorks Tue 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Grab the kiddos for a storytelling session in the park! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 15 - Insanity Workout Tue - 6pm-7pm. Dallas Insanity Group meets on the Great Lawn for a weekly workout led by Jimmy Nelson. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 15 - Lisa Scottoline Book Signing at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Tue - 7pm-9pm. Bestselling and Edgar Award winning author delivers once again with Keep Quiet. Come meet one of our favorite authors.

Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, 214.739-1124 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 16 - 30. Lunchtime Music Wed 12:00 pm 1:00 pm. Bring lunch and enjoy music in the park! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 16 - Zumba at Klyde Warren Park Wed 6pm-7pm Aerobic dance classes on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn with the Dallas YMCA. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Apr 17 - 28. Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal Thu - 10:30 am - 11:00 am. Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal, 5959 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.3630924 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 17 - “Little Bo Peep” with Dorayne Breedlove at the Skillman Southwestern Library Thu - 10:30 am - 11:15 am. Dorayne Breedlove will entertain children and adults with a fun, lively program. Skillman Southwestern Branch Library, 5707 Skillman St., Dallas, 214.670-6078 http://dallaslibrary2. org/branch/skillman.php Apr 17 - 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. Thursdays at noon in The Dallas Morning News Reading & Games Room.

Contact Misty Maberry, the Reading Room Coordinator, at misty@klydewarrenpark.org with any inquiries. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 17 - Domino Night at the Timberglen Library Thu 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. The Timberglen Library is hosting a domino night the first and third Thursdays of each month. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas,214.671-1365 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/timberglen.php Apr 17 - Ann Weisgarber Signing The Promise at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Thu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Get your copy signed! Barnes and

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Noble, Lincoln Park, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, 214.739-1124 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 17 - Music Thursday with Carl Sullivan and Friends Thu 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm. Grab a spot on the lawn and enjoy music from Carl Sullivan and Friends. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 18 - New Lego Star Wars Miniland Model Display Area Opens. Legoland Discovery Center, Grapevine. Book your special offer online at www. legolanddiscoverycenter.com/dallasfw/suburban. See ad in this issue.

Apr 18-20 - Celebrate Easter at Prestonwood.

Services begin on Good Friday at 6:30pm with a special celebration of baptism and Communion and culminate with services on Easter Sun at 11am. 972-820-5000 www.prestonwood.org/easter. See ad in this issue.

Apr 18 - 25. Self Defense with El Centro College Fri - 12:30pm-1pm Learn self-defense skills on your lunch break. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 18 - 25. Preschool Palooza at Bookmarks Fri 3:30pm - 4:00pm. An exciting story time that engages 2 to 4-year-olds in phonics and pre-reading basics with stories, rhymes and music. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, 214.671-1381 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/bookmarks.php Apr 18 - 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,www.dallasmuseumofart.org Apr 18 - 25. Salsa Class with Studio 22 . Fri - 6-7pm.

Salsa classes on the Muse Family Performance Pavilion! Bring a partner, a friend or just yourself and show us what you’ve got! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 19 - Dec 20. Shoelace Tying Story Time at Bookmarks. Sat 9am-9:30am. Join us for our special shoelace-tying storytime as part of Nordstrom’s monthly shoelace-tying workshop!! The third Saturday of the month, in Northpark Kids’ Shoe Department (3rd floor).

8687 North Central Expwy, Dallas, www.dallaslibrary2.org Apr 19 - Yoga at Klyde Warren Park Sat 10am-11am. Enjoy the serenity of yoga Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Apr 19 - Young Dragons with the Crow Collection of Asian Art Sat - 10:00am-11:00 am.

Learn how to move like a ninja with the Crow Collection of Asian Art. Taught by Randle Charles of Better Humans,Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 19 - Dramatic Difference Story Time at Bookmarks Sat 11am-11:30am. Storytimes explore contexts that enrich and develop student’s self-confidence and character. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, 214.671-1381 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/bookmarks.php Apr 19 - Library Live! Poetry Month Fun Fest at the Park Forest Library Sat-11:00am - 12:30pm.

Explore the funny, playful poems of Shel Silverstein and learn what makes a great poem! Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, 214.670-6333 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/park.php Apr 19 - 26. Lakewood Movie Time for Teens Sat - 12pm-6pm. Come and enjoy a movie at the Lakewood Library. For more information about movie showings call the Lakewood Library @ 214 670-1376.Teens. Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas, 214.670-1376 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/lakewood.php Apr 19 - Creating Art with The Outsiders at the Renner Frankford Library Sat 2pm-4pm. Teens who have read Big D Reads title The Outsiders are invited to come paint a favorite scene from the story. Renner Frankford Branch Library, 6400 Frankford Rd., Dallas, 214.670-6100 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/renner.php Apr 19 - Big D Reads Movie Screening at the Timberglen Library Sat 2:00pm - 4:00pm. See the movie adaptation of the Big D Reads 2014 book, The Outsiders, and stay for a discussion. Participants will get a free copy of the book to keep. Teens, Adults. Timberglen Branch Library, 18505 Midway Rd., Dallas, 214.6711365 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/timberglen.php Apr 19 - Manga Club at the Oak Lawn Branch Library Sat - 4pm-6pm. Join us for fun Manga activities!

The Know It All cont.’d Teens. Oak Lawn Branch Library, 4100 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, 214.670-1359 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/ oaklawn.php

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Apr 20-May 18. Zumbatomic Children’s Zumba Class Sun 4pm-5pm. This class is free to the public and is encouraging a healthy lifestyle for our youth. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www. klydewarrenpark.org

Apr 26 - SWEAT in the Park Boot Camp Sat 9:00am-10:00am. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org

Apr 21 - Boot Camp at Klyde Warren Park Mon 6pm-7pm . Weekly boot camps on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn. The class is free, the results are priceless. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, Texas, www. klydewarrenpark.org. see more at www.suburbanparent.com Apr 22 - Avance Toy Contest at the Bachman Lake Library Come see toys created by the members in the Avance group. Bachman Lake Branch Library, 9480 Webb Chapel Rd., Dallas, 214.670-6376 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/bachman.php Apr 22 - La Leche League Dallas (Toddler) Tue 10am-11:30am 2nd Level, Head in the main doors, turn right, then follow the hall to the elevator. We are in a classroom just outside the elevator. Around 11:30 we move out to the playground, weather permitting. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch and hang out! LEADER INFORMATION: Heather 214-507-7564 heather.traylor@yahoo.com Hannah 214-562-0738 hlpoole_82@yahoo.com Alison alisonegrady@yahoo.com. Richardson E. Church of Christ, 1504 E. Campbell Rd, Richardson, www.texaslll.org.

Apr 22 - Music and Stories with KidsWorks Tue 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Grab the kiddos for a storytelling session in the park! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 22 - Insanity Workout Tue 6:00pm- 7:00pm.

Dallas Insanity Group meets on the Great Lawn for a weekly workout led by Jimmy Nelson. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 23 - 30. Lunchtime Music Wed-12:00 pm-1:00pm Bring lunch and enjoy music in the park! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.7164500 www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 23 - Zumba at Klyde Warren Park Wed 6pm-7pm Aerobic dance classes on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn with the Dallas YMCA. Try one of our weekly Zumba classes presented by the YMCA of Dallas. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www. klydewarrenpark.org Apr 24 - 28. Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal Thu - 10:30 am - 11:00 am. Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal, 5959 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.3630924 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 24 - Fuzzy Red Monster and Little Yellow Bird with Debbie Day at the Skillman Southwestern Library Thu 10:30 am - 1:15am. Children will learn about colors, shapes, sizes, opposites and similarities through sharing, singing and dancing! Skillman Southwestern Branch Library, 5707 Skillman St., Dallas, 214.670-6078 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/skillman.php Apr 24 - It’s an Orange Aardvark! Story Time at Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal Thu 11:00 am 11:30 am Barnes and Noble, Preston Royal, 5959 Royal Ln., Dallas, 214.363-0924 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 24 - May 29. Ideas in Bloom Thu 12:15pm-1:15pm Ideas in Bloom is a weekly lunchtime speaker on Thursdays at noon in The Dallas Morning News Reading & Games Room.

Contact Misty Maberry, the Reading Room Coordinator, at misty@klydewarrenpark.org. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy,Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 25 - “Little Bo Peep” with Dorayne Breedlove at the Audelia Road Library Fri-10:30 am-11:15am.

Entertaining for all ages. Takes the place of regular story-time.

Audelia Rd Branch Library, 10045 Audelia Rd., Dallas, 214.670-1350 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/audelia.php Apr 25 - Self Defense with El Centro College Fri 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Learn self defense skills on your lunch break. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 25 - Preschool Palooza at Bookmarks Fri 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm. An exciting story time that engages 2- to 4-years, Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, 8687 North Central Expressway, Dallas, 214.671-1381 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/bookmarks.php Apr 25 - Salsa Class with Studio 22 Fri 6:00pm-7:00pm. Studio 22 hosts a series of salsa classes

Apr 26 - Yoga at Klyde Warren Park Sat 10am-11am.

Enjoy the serenity of yoga in Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 26 - Young Dragons with the Crow Collection of Asian Art Sat 10-11am. Learn how to move like a ninja with the Crow Collection of Asian Art. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 26 - Library Live! and Big D Reads: Nothing Gold Can Stay at the Lakewood Library Sat 11:00 am - 12:30 pm. Discover Robert Frost’s “Nothing Gold Can Stay,” a poem referenced in The Outsiders. Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth St., Dallas, 214.670-1376 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/lakewood.php Apr 26 - Big D Reads Movie Event-The Outsiders at the Oak Lawn Library Sat-11:00 am - 1:00 pm.

Join us for a viewing of “The Outsiders.” Oak Lawn Branch Library, 4100 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, 214.670-1359 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/oaklawn.php Apr 26 - Lakewood Movie Time for Teens Sat 12pm-6pm. Come and enjoy a movie at the Lakewood Library. For more information about movie showings call 214 670-1376.Teens. 6121 Worth St., Dallas, 214.6701376 http://dallaslibrary2.org/branch/lakewood.php Apr 26 - Hands-On Learning at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Sat 2pm-4pm. Join us for HandsOn Learning fun! Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, 214.739-1124 www. barnesandnoble.com Apr 26 - Big D Reads! Outsiders Movie Festival at the Park Forest Library Sat 2:00pm - 5:00pm.

Join us! We will have drinks and snacks that would have been around at the time of the book. Park Forest Branch Library, 3421 Forest Ln., Dallas, 214.670-6333 http:// dallaslibrary2.org/branch/park.php Apr 29 - Jonathan’s Place ” A Chance to Soar” Luncheon Tue 11:30am-1pm. Jonathan’s Place, the only emergency shelter in Dallas County for abused children from newborn to 17 years old, will host its annual “A Chance To Soar” luncheon presented by Mohr Partners at Brook Hollow Golf Club to raise funds and to honor outstanding support from Dallas Cowboys’ defensive end DeMarcus Ware. Contact: Jennifer Keith, 972-499-6632, jennifer.keith@hck2.com. Brook Hollow Golf Club, 8301 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, 972.499-6632 https://www. jpkids.org/get-involved/joinhost-an-event/soar/ Apr 29 - Music and Stories with KidsWorks Tue 11:00am-12:00 pm Grab the kiddos for a storytelling session in the park! Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 29 - Insanity Workout Tue 6:00p-7:00pm. Dallas Insanity Group meets on the Great Lawn for a weekly workout led by Jimmy Nelson. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 29 - Dean Fearing CookBook Signing at Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park Tue 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Dean Fearing signs The Texas Food Bible. Barnes and Noble, Lincoln Park, 7700 West Northwest Hwy., Dallas, 214.739-1124 www.barnesandnoble.com Apr 30 - Lunchtime Music Wed 12-1pm. Bring lunch and enjoy music in Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy., Dallas, 214.716-4500 www.klydewarrenpark.org Apr 30 - Zumba at Klyde Warren Park Wed 6pm-7pm. Aerobic dance classes on the Ginsburg Family Great Lawn with the Dallas YMCA. Try one of our weekly Zumba classes presented by the YMCA of Dallas. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Frwy, Dallas, www. klydewarrenpark.org

Upcoming May 3 - 3rd Annual Motherhood Matters Pregnancy Expo presented by Wings for Wellness. Valuable resources for new and expectant moms including pregnancy/ baby photography, car seat safety, pre/postnatal massage, infant CPR, baby boutiques and more. 10am-2pm. Fellowship Dallas, 2nd Floor Atrium, 9330 N Central Expy. Free. For more info, visit wingsforwellness.org. See ad in this issue.

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She has since expanded her knowledge and delved into different artistic mediums with the help of an art teacher she sees outside of school.

Dakota reminisced about the sketches she and her roommates were tasked with writing and performing at Soccer Camp last summer. “It was SO COOL!” she said. “We got to perform it in front of all the other campers and the coaches. That was the best part of camp.” It was also unexpected. She was expecting all things soccer. But her favorite memory from Soccer camp had nothing to do with soccer.

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“Just Have Fun!” This sounds like a pretty straightforward bit of advice, but sometimes children need to be reminded to have a little fun, lest they get caught up in the stress of the “new.” A new environment, new rules, new daily activities and routines. “I love camp!” says five year old Anna F. “I don’t ever miss my mom because I’m too busy having fun.” Anna attended Princess Dance camp last summer, and is looking forward to “more and more and more camp” this summer.“I didn’t think I would like the hiking, but it ended up being pretty cool” said Michael.

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us than it does to our children. For us, camp meant camp: cabins or tents, canoeing, hiking, singing songs around a campfire, and general camaraderie.

Children today are much more active, much more schedule-oriented, and generally just busier. Consequently, the very dynamics of summer camp have changed. Camps offered now are much more focused and detail oriented. There’s soccer camp, art camp, violin camp, space camp, leadership camp, paleontology camp, etc.

But there are some things about camp that truly haven’t changed: the general apprehension your son or daughter might feel the first time they attend camp.

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“Everyone Gets Homesick!”

Some kids handle being away from home better than others. In a dorm room with 9 other campers, fourth grader Dakota L. recalls 2-3 kids that got homesick.

“We felt bad for them, but we all tried to make them feel better. We brought them junk food and soda.” It’s a great opportunity for the kids that don’t get homesick to step up and show their sympathy, and their new

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friendship skills. And the ones that do get homesick learn just how much they can rely on their peers to get them through difficulties. It’s a great learning experience for all campers. “I didn’t like missing my mom,” said 10 year old Michael. “But when the kids cheered me up instead of teasing me, I felt better.”

Elise says

“You will Learn Something New!” As a sixth-grader, Elise F. is a seasoned camper. She’s been attending summer camps since she was in first grade. “Camp is great because you get to explore things you wouldn’t get to do in school or learn about,” she says with a smile. Elise has found a new love of art that wasn’t cultivated during the school

“No Need To Be Shy!” says Dakota

One of the best parts about summer camp is the ability to “make new friends,” says Dakota L., a fourth grader. “Some of them I’m still friends with from last summer’s soccer camp.” Every child I asked had the same bit of advice right from the start: don’t be shy.

“Camp only lasts a week, and if you wait until the last few days of camp to make friends, you’ve missed out on half the fun” says Elise.

Regardless of the type of camp you and your children have chosen, make sure they make the most of it. It will go by faster than either one of you expect. If your child can embrace the opportunities presented before him, he will have a much more enriched experience. Elise says that “summer camp is much cooler than regular school because although we’re still learning stuff, we’re not stuck behind a desk all day.”

Even Michael, who was the most apprehensive about attending summer camp, says he would “do it again” this summer. He found confidence and security in knowing he can rely upon himself, and trust in his peers to help him if he feels homesick. “Riding horses was pretty cool too,” he said.

While summer camp may only last a week or so, the memories really do last a lifetime. See for yourself: ask any child you know about their summer camp experiences and you’ll see their faces light up with the memories. Have your first time camper talk to other children that have already attended. They are more than willing to share their experiences and their energy and excitement about it can be quite contagious! •

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I’m constantly sticking my head out the back door yelling: “Get back to work!”

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My daughter is the opposite. She just cries. No matter how much work I give, her first reaction is always that of anger and tears.

“It’s not fair,” she argues. “My friends don’t have to pull weeds!”

“That’s true,” I told her the other day. “That would be weird if I made your friends pull our weeds.”

I’ve often thought back to that time when my children were younger and not quite ready to help with the chores. I used to move about the yard dragging hoses, pushing mowers and yanking weeds, watching the kids play - thinking to myself: One of these days they’ll be strong enough to help their dear old dad. Little did I know, at the same time, my kids were looking back at me do all of those things thinking: If he tries, we’ll bring him to his knees.

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I guess I want to teach my children that a family has the responsibility to pull together and share the workload. I want them to know it takes hard work to keep a home in presentable shape, and that doing their fair share is the right thing to do. At least, that’s what I told my son as I ordered him down from a tree yesterday.

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