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t seems surreal that we are celebrating yet another new year; 2015 flew by with high tech speed, and I can only imagine that this coming year will do so as well. So let’s get ready to embrace all that is important to us and reflect on the past with memories of accomplishments, new friends, new businesses or positions, new parenthood, and more. This 2016 we should make every effort to continue with merriment and joy of a New Year given. It has great promise. You know, the first days of January are still the Christmas Season, so keep celebrating! The coming of Jesus changed history forever, because He changed forever the way people relate to God and the way God relates to “IF YOU STAND 3 OR 4 people. How does God relate to us? Well, he delights in us. He not only loves MORE HOURS 5 DAYS you, He really likes you! My kids laugh when I say “I like you” to them. They A WEEK, OVER THE learned to understand that my love is forever, but hearing that I truly like them COURSE OF A YEAR, IT’S THE EQUIVALENT strikes a special chord. There is a feeling of genuine interest and enjoyment OF RUNNING that accompanies saying it too. I delight in them, as God delights in us. 10 MARATHONS.” Zephaniah 3:17 says, “For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a — DR. JOHN BUCKLEY, mighty Savior; he will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will UNIV OF CHESTER calm all of our fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” A new year traditionally brings new resolutions. Something God wants us to remember when we come into a brand new year is to take note of what we have already received – of the gifts He has already given to us. And we have to make sure not to let the “evil one” take from us the very things that were given to us from heaven above. Maybe resolve to dismiss worldly choices that can take away the romance with your husband; make time to reflect now and then about all the love you have for each other. If you were blessed with kids, resolve not to be too busy to regularly play and be there for each other. Those lazy days, nighttime snuggles and prayers are precious, at all ages! Lastly, I want you to know that “I like you!” And I’m glad you picked up this publication. I promise to boldly and proudly take on the challenge of bringing you relevant editorials, interesting products (with “win this” opportunities), local resources, so you can easily have choices; and most of all, inspiration, each and every month. Hey, I have a resolution! SP

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YOU SHOULD KNOW LEAP YEAR - 101 2016 is a Leap Year! That means there are 366 days instead of 365. The extra day is February 29th. Why do we do this to the calendar every four years? Well, to keep it working properly; the 365 days of the annual calendar are meant to match up with the solar year, the time it takes the Earth to orbit around the Sun. The thing is, it actually takes the Earth 365 days, 5 hours, 48 minutes and 46 seconds to do it. That difference over time would really mess things up. So, adding a day every four years mostly fixes the problem. To take care of the remaining 11 minutes and 14 seconds, we have to omit leap years three times every 400 years. So, century years are not leap years unless they’re evenly divisible by 400. What? It’s basic math, people.

TRICKS OF THE TRADE Don’t accidentally send an unfinished email again. Write your emails in reverse. Start with the body; then write the subject line so it matches what you wrote. Finally, add the recipients when you’re done. If you’re sending an attachment, you should attach it before you even write the body. Brilliant.

THE COLOR OF MEAT Raw red meat often changes color in the storing process, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the product has spoiled. Color changes are caused by exposure to air and light and can vary from bright red to brownish red. Real signs of spoilage in meat (or poultry) include an off odor, a sticky or tacky feel, or a slimy appearance. Remember, ground meat can be stored in the fridge for up to two days; other cuts can last up to five.

OIL CHANGE PLEASE! If you or your teen suffers from acne, try changing your pillowcases more often. While pillowcases don’t affect everyone’s skin, they can aggravate acne prone skin. So if you carefully wash your face each night, as you should, you want to be sure your pillowcase doesn’t reverse all your hard work. In other words, make sure your pillowcase is clean, or put 7 pillow cases on your pillow and take one off each morning. When laundering, skip the fabric softeners. See if that helps.

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SMART PHONES =

ABSENT PRESENCE

Yes, the telephone is a phenomenal communication tool. The cell phone, even more so. However, in-person interactions are negatively impacted by the mere presence of a mobile device (whether in your hand or on a table). How so? It creates a state of “absent presence” – a condition where you’re physically there, but your attention is not. One study found that conversations had in the absence of mobile communication technologies were significantly superior to those had in the presence of a mobile device. Participants without phones had higher levels of empathetic concern for each other regardless of their relationship. The take away here? To be a good listener, don’t just put your phone down. Put it away.

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DANIELLE, MONTHLY READER Q. Not sure about Omega-3 fats that I keep hearing about.

A. Well, I’m glad you asked, because the term “fat” is usually discussed within a negative context. Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that should be “intentionally” included in your diet, essentially, Omega-3s help feed the brain and keep it healthy! Research has demonstrated key support roles in the body for three omega-3-fatty acids: eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). You can get EPA and DHA in salmon, tuna and sardines (marine-based sources). ALA is an omega-3 fatty acid found in certain plant and plant oil sources, like flaxseeds, walnuts and olive oil. Eating foods rich in EPA, DHA and ALA or taking supplements of fish or flaxseed oil will help fill dietary gaps. Note: Food before supplements is recommended. MARY ELLEN, Your Favorite Dietitian See more at www.suburbanparent.com/ better_homes_and_bodies

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CHLOE, MOM OF 1 Q. I keep seeing so many programming facilities for afterschool learning. Is this an important extra-curricular learning activity for a 5 year old?

PETER, DAD OF MANY Q. Another new year = another new diet; recently I have heard about genetic testing; what is this and why is it important?

A. Yes and here are few reasons why. It’s inter-

you a lot of characteristics, like the color of your eyes, your hair and all the things that make you unique. All those characteristics are based on genes that they passed on to you; your genetic makeup! Based on that, science can find the genes that determine if you have a predisposition to be overweight. With genetic testing, you are able to gain insights into how your body may process sugars, fats, nutrients, and vitamins; as well as screen for muscle potential and how your body responds to exercise. That means you can have a completely personalized, genetically appropriate diet based on your DNA.

esting that now when a child says they speak 3 or more languages, they are actually talking about programming languages! Learning how to program is like learning any other language in that it must be practiced and tested out. And just as languages open up the ability to communicate with worlds of people, programming gives children the ability to create technologies that impact those around them. There has been so much research done that shows that computational thinking and logical reasoning (i.e. computer programming) is a very critical skill set for the current and future generations of children - regardless of what career path or their passions lead them towards.

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Q. My children have very little access to art, music and other creative outlets at the school they attend. What’s the best way to compensate for their overall development of creativity? A. Having access to a fully immersive creative environment is a great way to bridge the gap between the education your child receives at school, and the supplemental learning they need to identify as a creative individual. When children come to SPARK! and explore our 11,000-square-foot learning playground, they’ll be exposed to a variety of mediums that cater to their creativity. We’re pushing boundaries in creative youth development because research shows that kids who believe they are creative have higher self-esteem, better problem solving skills and are more likely to graduate college. Parental involvement also plays an essential role in building the foundation for a child’s creative development. That’s why SPARK! offers opportunities for families to explore their creativity together and spend quality time in a place that challenges them to take risks and use their imagination.

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2 Kids learn their math facts as they work with number tiles to pop bubbles and release fish into the water. Kids learn to think quickly, memorizing their facts. The Osmo system is for ages 6 and up. It’s really cool. We found it at: www. playosmo.com, Starting at $29.00

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3 This Climb, Crawl, Slide Sculpture gets children physically engaged and allows creative juices to flow. Made out of recycled and repurposed materials, the sculpture spans over 6,000 feet and climbs 26 feet toward the ceiling. Children can scale up a capsized ship, walk over bridges of car hoods, crawl through tubes in the earth’s bedrock, glide down spiral slides, and climb across a 200-square-foot spider web suspended 18 feet off the ground. Exploring the environment gets children’s adrenaline pumping and jump-starts the creative learning process. Part of the interactive and unique environment at SPARK! Check it out at: www.sparkdallas.org

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4 The fun, unique and ingenious Squirrel King kits are a swirl of intellect, engineering and creativity delivered with a hands-on approach that inspires a thirst for knowledge. Each colorful kit includes novel stickering techniques — no glue involved — and all the materials for children to build, create and explore, making awesome toys in the process! With Build with Stickers kits, STEM (science, technology, education and math) principles are explored in an age-appropriate manner. We found it at squirrelking.org. The original Squirrel King Craft kit $9.99-$69.00

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MOMENTS { BY PATRICK HEMPFING }

. . . AN D M Y FAM I L Y

efore we know it, the 12,000 pound ball will descend over Times Square.

done sooner. Before I reached my driveway, I calculated

Lang Syne to kick off a new year, which

that it had been five months since I played tennis, my

brings a new set of days, 366 this year, to meet our New

outlet for stress and favorite form of exercise. And yes,

Year’s resolutions.

more comfort foods have snuck into my diet, not just “Two

No, I’m not having self-esteem issues. I like myself, even though my pants are getting tighter, my posture isn’t

me. I need to love me, so I can continue to love others. Sometimes I’ll need to say “No,” not only to ice cream and

daughter, Jessie, and our dog, Sadie gives me joy. Of course, I’m responsible for my happiness, too … and for taking care of myself. A few days ago, I took time to go to the doctor. For the

donuts, but also to demands on my time. I must also get more sleep, as I’ve been sacrificing zzz’s in my attempt to steal extra minutes from my nights to pad my days. I haven’t completed my list of New Year’s resolutions yet, but here’s a good start: Adequate sleep – 7 hours instead of 6 or less. Exercise – tennis once a week.

past several months, I’ve woken up with a plugged ear.

Appropriate choices from the basic food groups (but I can’t

Usually, it opens up quickly, so I’ve tolerated it. Who has

give up “Two donut Thursdays” or ice cream as a bedtime

time to go to the doctor? I have a wife, daughter, and dog

snack). Okay, I didn’t say I’d meet all my resolutions. But I’m

to care for, while trying to squeeze in a writing career.

going to try to do better, because I love me and I love my

Apparently, some wax had built up in my left ear. The nurse sprayed warm water into it as I held a plastic container to catch the water and ear wax that flushed out. The nurse asked me, “Are you okay?” I responded,

family. A gym I drive by daily has a sign out front that says “Strive for progress, not perfection.” In 2016, I’ll schedule my annual physical. Recently, I had a colonoscopy, so I’m okay there for a few years.

“Yeah, as long as I don’t see water coming out of my

But whether it’s getting exercise, a physical, or a

right ear when you’re spraying it into my left one.” The

colonoscopy, it’s important to set aside time to care for

wax proved stubborn, so the nurse added drops to

our bodies … so our bodies can care for (and try to keep

loosen it up. While we waited for the drops to take

up with) our children.

effect, she pulled a little wax out of my right ear. As I drove home from my ear tune-up, my mind raced with thoughts. With my wax-free ears, I wouldn’t

Before the ball drops over Times Square, I’ll walk into Jessie’s bedroom and kiss my sleeping angel on the forehead. Then Mattie and I will probably watch the

need to tell Mattie or Jessie to “please turn up the

celebration in New York from bed as we wait for the ball to

TV” as often. Yet, maybe, due to Jessie talking

descend. At midnight, I’ll kiss Mattie and then listen to Auld

excessively, which happens on occasion, and

Lang Syne with my wax-free ears. Then I’ll close my eyes

Sadie barking loudly, which happens frequently, I might

and give thanks for another year to be there for my family.

miss my ear wax. I felt confident that I’d still have “selective hearing” (it’s a husband thing). But mostly, I thought, “Wow,

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If I’m going to be around to see, enjoy, and be part of my family’s happiness, I need to take better care of

remaining brown hairs. the time, as taking care of my wife, Mattie, my tween

Donut Thursdays.”

as straight, and flecks of silver are mixing in with my “If my girls are happy, I’m happy.” I say this all

@PatrickHempfing

As I drove home, I pondered other things I should have

Millions of people will kiss and sing Auld

My resolution for the New Year – I’m going to love me.

FOLLOW PATRICK

why didn’t I go to the doctor sooner?”

Until next month, remember to cherish the moments. Happy New Year! SP

Patrick Hempfing had a 20-year professional career in banking, accounting, and auditing before he became a father at age 44. He is now a full-time husband, stay-at-home dad and writer. www.facebook.com/patricklhempfing

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Is it Right for Yo ur Child?

here are many reasons to consider Private School placement for your child. You may choose a Private School based on their classroom management, or looking for better student discipline, better learning environment (smaller class sizes), improved student safety, or you may feel a private school could give your child more individual attention. Perhaps you attended private school as a child. Or maybe you are not satisfied with the achievement results with the public school in your district. No matter what the reasons are, the matter of choosing a private school is not so simple. This simple guide will hopefully give you greater insight as to what to expect. You can successfully work through selecting the best school for your child if you do your homework early. Prioritizing your needs and selecting a few schools that meet those needs; followed by learning as much as you can about these schools is a good place to start. Information Gathering: List and consider what your requirements would be for a school.

List the practical and desired requirements. • The practical must haves are requirements that are necessary and must be met. If a school will not be able to fulfill the must have list, then rule them out. • The “likes” and “desires” from a private school. These are requirements you will be focusing on when visiting a school. Try to keep these in mind so you don’t lose focus. • The extracurricular aspects of a private school are important as well, especially for your child. These will help your child decide between the schools that met your criteria.

What would be a practical requirement? A must have! • You may want to have your child’s school close to home or work, so consider the distance to the school. • Do you want to make sure your child is being taught about their faith? Do you want boys and girls kept separate? • Is there a need for transportation or is transportation provided by the school? • Consider costs. What is your budget for

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Private Schools

Magnet Schools

Statistics reflect 82% of private school institutions have a religious affiliation. While the basic subjects taught are likely to be similar to public schools, religious themes and lessons may be introduced and additional material regarding religion can play a large part of the curriculum.

These are free public schools with no boundary restrictions. They can be highly competitive and highly selective. Many Magnet schools specialize in a particular area, such as science or the arts. They’re renowned for their special programs and high academic standards.

Charter Schools

Private Preschools & Parents Day Out programs

Although a public school, charter schools are an institutional hybrid. Like traditional public schools, charter schools are free. Parents must usually submit a separate application to enroll a child in a charter school. These schools offer specialized programs and smaller classes and are governed by a board of directors, usually consisting of parents and community members.

Don’t discount these early years as a primer for setting good scholastic habits and foundations for learning. Studies have found that high quality preschool programs can provide academic advantages into the high school years and even college. Advantages include more positive interactions with peers, greater expressiveness, and some programs have been found to foster language development.

private school? Does the school offer scholarships? • Does your child have special learning needs? Any physical, emotional, linguistic needs that require special attention? After considering the practical requirements, you may be able to narrow down by ruling out schools very quickly.

What would be a desired requirement? The would likes! • Curriculum. Science based or maybe top music program • Small versus large school • A school that has K-12 or just through middle school • College preparation • Traditional or Alternative approach to teaching and learning • Parent involvement

Extracurricular Requirements These are what you will use to decide from two or more schools that meet the Must Haves and Would Likes. • Consider music and art programs if this is important to you. • What types of sports programs are offered? • What clubs would your child like to be involved in?

Traditions Keep in mind that traditions are important in most private schools, however implementing new teaching approaches is critical for the best possible education. In a strong educational environment, both are possible and usually highly desired. SP

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BY CHRISTINA KATZ

10 Practices for More Mindful Kids and Parents

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ike every growing girl in America, my daughter Samantha is prone to emotional upset caused by the slings and arrows of life. From a young age, I have encouraged her to practice self-care as a method of responding to external disappointments with self-love and compassion. My goal has been for her to learn how to comfort herself as she grows older. Of course, I am always here for her now, but the day will come when I am no longer by her side. Of all of my jobs as a parent, I consider my role as an encourager of self-care to be one of the most important. The world will always provide children with challenges. No one can progress through life and grow in character without experiencing setbacks and disappointments. Teaching our kids to practice self-care no matter what else happens is crucial to teaching them how to be peaceful and non-reactive, not only within themselves but also in interactions with others. We often voice our concerns about bullying or entitled behavior but rarely do we discuss practices that might help nip behaviors in the bud that we don’t want to see in our kids. Children accustomed to turning within and self-soothing can detach from unmanageable people, places and situations more easily than kids who habitually react or automatically compete. This doesn’t mean they won’t have any challenges in life, but it does mean

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that they can navigate them more calmly and with more clarity. Modeling self-caring behavior for our children is important when kids are younger, so these habits will be in place once kids reach the sometimes-challenging tween and teen years. No matter what ages your children, practicing calming techniques and passing them along to your kids helps you raise more mindful citizens in an occasionally chaotic world.

STOP. Children who are calm can walk away or withdraw from situations that make them feel hurt or uncomfortable. Teach kids to understand signals from their bodies that indicate it’s time to step back, walk away, or simply stop moving forward on a path that does not feel constructive. Help kids understand that stopping is always an empowering option.

TUNE IN. Designate no-screen times in your home. At our house, devices stay off until after noon every morning. Make sure kids understand the connection between turning off devices and tuning in to themselves and others. Why not establish one electronics-free family night at home each week to illustrate the point?

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REFLECT. Make sure kids have adequate alone time without screens involved to make time for self-reflection. Reading is permissible, as is any type of self-expression as long as all electronic devices remain off. Boredom may come first, and that’s okay. Teach kids how to move through it and find their way back to feeling self-content.

NAP. Have your kids ever caught you napping? If so, that’s great! You should nap if you get a poor night’s sleep or feel run-down. And when you do, you model the habit of listening to your body for your kids. Naps are for crabby kids of all ages. Just make sure your children know this, too.

FLOAT. The bathtub is my daughter’s go-to self-care space. She might shower or bathe or just soak, and she knows she’ll always feel great afterwards. Whatever your child’s self-soothing habit, support it as much as possible and give them space to enjoy it for themselves.

GO OUTSIDE. Being in nature is grounding and energizing. If you don’t believe me, lay on the ground for ten minutes when you feel exhausted and see how you feel afterwards. Of course, this trick won’t work for every time of year, so be sure to keep the appropriate outdoor gear on hand for spontaneous adventures.

PLAY. Anything old-fashioned is a good choice. Look to everything you did when you were a child for ideas. Build a fort, play a board game, deal some cards, have a pillow fight, challenge a child to a game of checkers or chess. Do your kids know how to play solitaire with real cards? Teach them now.

CREATE. We keep our craft supplies in plastic drawers and bins in the corner of the laundry room so we can break them out any time. Or you might designate one kitchen cabinet for craft supplies. Rotate the supplies by season for variety if this inspires more use. Have family meetings with goal-setting games using your supplies. Color with your kids. You can find grown-up images to color on the Internet.

IMAGINE. You were a kid once. What helped you tap into your imagination? Writing? Doodling? Playing music? Watching snowflakes or rain falling outside your window? Make sure everyone in the family has an imagination practice and lead the way by making sure they see you practicing yours.

LET GO. At the foundation of health is the habit of turning over our will, not to other people, but to a positive universal force we trust, (editor’s note: most people would call this Our Almighty God.) If you teach your kids anything, let it be how to do their best and then surrender to the results. They won’t always win. They won’t always get picked. They won’t always be the most popular. But they can always go home afterwards, take a nice long bath or shower, and reflect on the next best choice to make. SP Author, journalist and writing coach Christina Katz is a self-care expert, who wrote the book, The Art Of Making Time For Yourself. Even so, she still needs a regular refresher on all of these reminders.

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KNOW IT ALL { YOUR COMMUNITY CALENDAR }

JANUARY 2016 FRI 1

$29.99 (peak) Children ages 4 – 12 are $12.99 (non-peak) and $16.99 (peak) Seniors 55+ are $19.99 (non-peak) and $26.99 (peak) Children 3 and under are FREE Gaylord Texan Resort, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine.

DAY 1 DALLAS 10am-10pm. A Family Fair specifically designed for children and families to celebrate New Year’s Day hosted at historic Fair Park. This celebration will be entirely focused on kid-friendly, interactive activities and performances by nationally known entertainers that will create long-lasting memories for all in attendance. Adults $10, Kids 4yrs+ $5. Check website for other performance ticket information. Children are free from 10am–Noon with an accompanying adult ticket. Fair Park, 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., Dallas, day1dallas.com.

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HOLIDAY AT THE ARBORETUM Runs through January. 3. Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Holiday at the Arboretum, featuring the return of the magnificent The 12 Days of Christmas outdoor exhibit and The Artistry of the Nativity at the DeGolyer House. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, www.dallasarboretum.org.

ICE! FEATURING “CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD” Runs through January 3. As guests experience the magic of Christmas Around the World in ICE!, they will celebrate cultural traditions from around the world featuring holiday scenes and children from Mexico, Germany, Sweden and more; take a thrilling ride down two-storytall ice slides, travel through the North Pole and sit in Santa’s sleigh; watch the Chinese artisans carve in the interactive “Frostbite Factory”; and conclude with the awe-inspiring Nativity in stunning, crystal clear ice. OPEN: (Non-Peak) Mon-Thurs, 11/12-12/17: 11am – 8pm (Peak) Fri/Sat/Sun, and 12/18-1/3: 10am – 10pm. Adult tickets are $21.99 (non-peak) and

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Runs through January 3. The Trains at NorthPark™, is a NorthPark Center holiday tradition that includes trains rolling across 1,600 feet of track on a journey across America. Cityscapes include downtown Dallas, with the iconic Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, the State Fair of Texas, the Cotton Bowl and the Perot Museum; New York City’s Times Square and Grand Central Station; Washington, D.C. with The White House; New England’s fall foliage; the Grand Canyon, Route 66, San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge and hot air balloons in Albuquerque. The exhibit encompasses train-themed environments, with all the trimmings of the holiday train travel experience—steam engines and coach cars, a ticket booth and a train station. More than 80,000 people visit The Trains at NorthPark™ each season as part of their holiday tradition. Northpark Center, 8687 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, 214-369-1234.

DMA INTERNATIONAL POP Runs through January 17. International Pop, organized by the Walker Art Center, chronicles the global emergence of Pop in the 1960s and early 1970s. While previous exhibitions and prevailing scholarship have primarily focused on the dominance of Pop activity in New York and London during this time, this exhibition examines work from artists across the globe who were confronting many of the same radical developments, laying the foundation of the emergence of an art form that em-

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braced figuration, media strategies, and mechanical processes with a new spirit of urgency and/or exuberance. This groundbreaking exhibition follows the trajectories of Pop and its critical points of contact with global developments in art such as Nouveau Réalisme (France), Concretism and Neo-Concretism (Brazil), The Art of Things (Argentina), Anti-Art (Japan), Capitalist Realism (Germany), Happenings, and Neo-Dada. Call or visit website for museum hours. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood, Dallas, 214-922-1200 dma.org.

SEASON’S GREETINGS: PHOTOGRAPHERS’ HOLIDAY CARDS Runs through January 25. Season’s Greetings: Photographers’ Holiday Cards features contemporary greeting cards created by both professional and amateur photographers selected from a competition sponsored by Blair-Murrah Exhibitions. Entries were received from all over the United States and Canada, and the best images were selected for the exhibition. Themes include the holiday seasons of Christmas, New Year’s, and Hanukkah. The wide variety of subjects include traditional religious and sacred themes, as well as contemporary and humorous cards. Media range from traditional straight color or black and white photographic prints, to digitally enhanced images, and photo silk-screen prints. The exhibits are organized and toured by Blair-Murrah Exhibitions. Free. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, 972-252-7558 www.irvingartscenter.com.

TREASURES FROM THE HOUSE OF ALBA Runs through January 3. For its 50th anniversary, the Meadows Museum will be the first in the world to bring together masterpieces collected since the 16th

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century by the Dukes of Alba. Truly the second family of Spanish aristocracy — and collecting — after the royal family, the House of Alba owned major masterpieces by Spanish, Flemish, Italian, and French artists, fully embodying the transnational power and influence of Spain. See website for museum hours. Closed on Mondays and holidays. Meadows Museum of Art, 5900 Bishop, Dallas, 214-768-2516 www. meadowsmuseumdallas.org.

LONE STAR CIRCUS’ ZINGARI Through January 3. For its brand new production, Dallas’s very own Lone Star Circus presents ZINGARI, a loving tribute to the old Gypsy roots of many circus families, replete with a cornucopia of talented acrobats, aerialists, equilibrists, jugglers, clowns and four-legged stars from all over the world, who will celebrate the holiday season in an amazing, awe-inspiring and fun-filled spectacular guaranteed to charm, amuse and entertain everyone-from 5 to 105! Performances Jan. 1, 2 & 3. Check website for exact show times and ticket information. Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, Dallas, 214-740-0051 dct.org.

GEPPETTO’S THEATER WINTER WONDERLAND Runs through January. 3. Take a whirlwind journey to the North Pole in this charming holiday show that features a cast of over 60 hand-carved marionettes. Children will delight as they meet the Winter Wizard, the North Pole dancing elves, the magic toys of Santa’s workshop, and a whole host of other holiday favorites including Rudolph and Frosty. This musical variety show is colorful and fast-paced and engages the audience with special effects, audience interaction and musical sing-a-longs. It even snows over the audience! We hope you’ll make

Geppetto’s Theater your new family holiday tradition. Please visit website for show times and ticket information. Geppetto’s Marionette Theater at the Hilton Anatole, 2201 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, 469-442-1925, geppettostheater.com.

SAT 2 A SEASON OF STORIES: CHRISTMAS AT THE WHITE HOUSE 2003 Runs through January 3 (museum closed New Year’s Day). In 2003, Mrs. Bush selected “A Season of Stories” as the White House holiday theme, combining the wonder of the season with the delight of classic children’s stories that have shaped American culture. This year, the Bush Center invites you to step into the story, experiencing the holiday magic at our special exhibit and winter programs. Check website for museum hours and to purchase tickets. George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Boulevard, Dallas, bushcenter.org.

REPTICON DALLAS REPTILE & EXOTIC ANIMAL SHOW Repticon Dallas is a reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages, and merchandise as well as live animal seminars and frequent free raffles for coveted prizes. Exciting, educational, family-oriented fun for everyone! Hours: Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm (VIP Entry at 9:00am); Sunday: 10:00am-4:00pm (No VIP Early Entry). Admission: Adults-$10, Children (5-12)-$5, Under 5-Free Visit our website for special offers on 2-day and VIP tickets Knights of Columbus Center, 2280 Springlake Rd., Farmers Branch, www.repticon.com./dallas.html.

BUILDING TOYS AND TOY BUILDINGS: ARCHITECTURE THROUGH A CHILD’S EYES Lincoln Logs. TinkerToys. Erector Sets. LEGO. And, of course, the humble wooden block. The timeline of the toys that we’ve used to build our fantasy buildings, towns and towers is long and varied. The Dallas Center for Architecture explores this experience in Building Toys and Toy Buildings: Architecture Through A Child’s Eyes. The show will run through January 23, 2016. The exhibition is free and open to the public from 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 9:00am-8:00pm. Wednesday. Special Family Days with refreshments and additional activities will be held on January 2, 9, 16 and 23 from 10:00am-

3:00pm. The Center will be closed on January 1. Dallas Center for Architecture, 1909 Woodall Rodgers Freeway, Ste. 100, Dallas, DallasCFA.com.

TARGET FIRST SATURDAYS AT THE NASHER Bring out your children’s artistic talents and broaden their understanding and appreciation of the world around them. Target First Saturdays are designed especially for children in preschool to elementary school and feature a lineup of activities that encourage creative thought through a monthly Big Idea/ Theme. For more information please visit the website. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St., Dallas, www. nashersculpturecenter.org.

GALLERIA DALLAS’ SHOWTIME SATURDAYS PRESENTS: MIKE SQUIRES 11:30am-12pm. Every Saturday DFW children and families are invited to enjoy the amazing FREE entertainment provided by Galleria Dallas and our friends from Slappy’s Playhouse. Magician Mike Squires combines comedy and magic for a show that will both entertain and amuse. Shows are located near the Children’s Play Place and Nordstrom on Level 3. Admission is FREE! Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, 972-702-7100.

I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Runs through February 14. Now celebrating its sixteenth year as a Theatre Three tradition, the mega-hit production I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change returns for a limited engagement in Theatre Too, Theatre Three’s intimate downstairs venue. This celebration and exploration of the mating game will feature two married couples, Kim and Max Swarner and Amy Mills and Doug Jackson. This hilarious revue pays tribute to those who have loved and lost and lived to try again. Smartly conceived with catchy tunes and witty lyrics (Book by Joe DiPietro, Music by Jimmy Roberts), this affectionate look at love and marriage is as amusingly appropriate today as when it first opened in New York in 1996. Audiences fill the theatre with laughter as the cast explores the joys of dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives, and in-laws. Directed by Kat Edwards, it’s a hilarious look at love and relationships that is as touching and insightful as it is humorous. Special New Year’s Eve Opening night features champagne toast $50 per ticket • Valentine’s Weekend (Feb. 12, 13 & 14) includes flowers,

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the first time in a generation the full range of Caillebotte’s extraordinary vision. Kimbell Art Museum-Renzo Piano Pavilion, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.

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Runs through February 21, 2016. This exhibition will feature work by 60 artists including Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, Jackson Pollack, Roy Lichtenstein, Willem de Kooning, and Robert Motherwell. Modern art has brought a fresh and unconventional approach to the creative community, expressing the loves, hates, ideas, beliefs, interests, passions, strengths, and weaknesses of a generation emerging in the mid-Twentieth Century. This exhibit will explore how the art world embraced the work that represents a movement that changed the face of fine art in America. Hours of Operation: Tues-Sat: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors. Children 12 and under are FREE. Donations are also welcome. Arlington Museum of Art, 201 W. Main Street, Arlington, 817-275-4600.

EXHIBITION: GUSTAVE CAILLEBOTTE: THE PAINTER’S EYE Runs through Feb. 14. During the height of Impressionism in the 1870s and 1880s, Gustave Caillebotte (1848–1894) produced some of the movement’s most daring and bold paintings. Experimenting with radical points of view and audacious perspective, he created images of Paris streets, of domestic life and of country pursuits that are unforgettable. Some 50 paintings from 1875 to 1882—the time in which Caillebotte was most committed to the Impressionist movement—will reveal his genius. Such masterworks as Paris Street; Rainy Day (Art Institute of Chicago), Floor Scrapers (Musée d’Orsay) and two versions of the Pont de l’Europe (Musée du Petit Palais, Geneva, and Kimbell Art Museum) are among the familiar images that will be joined by paintings from museums and private collections throughout the world. Together, they will present to American audiences for

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Runs through January 31. Internationally acclaimed picture-book creator David Shannon has always been an artist. He graduated from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and then moved to New York City. His illustrations have appeared in a wide variety of publications, including The New York Times, Time, and Rolling Stone. And his art has graced a number of book jackets. Organized by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, Abilene, a portion of the exhibit is accessible only by stairs. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, 972-252-7558, www. irvingartscenter.com.

TUE 5 PANTHER ISLAND ICE Fort Worth’s only outdoor skating rink remains open 7 days a week, including all holidays, through January 18th.

Check out the website for hours and prices. Coyote Drive-In Complex, 223 N.E. 4th Street, Fort Worth, 817-6980700, pantherislandice.com.

CASTIGLIONE: LOST GENIUS. MASTERWORKS ON PAPER FROM THE ROYAL COLLECTION Runs through Feb. 14. This exhibition of drawings and prints by Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione aims to reinstate the 17th-century master as one of the greatest graphic artists of the Baroque. Much of what is known about Castiglione, born in the cosmopolitan port of Genoa, comes not from his artworks but from court papers documenting his acts of violence, possibly even murder. He was, however, arguably the most innovative and technically brilliant Italian draftsman of his time. Ninety works on paper from the British Royal Collection, which holds the finest surviving group of Castiglione’s work, will be on view. Highlights include Castiglione’s pastoral scenes, with which he built his early reputation, and his later and grander themes of mythology and religion. He produced etchings and large dynamic drawings in oil on paper and invented the monotype technique, a hybrid of printing and drawing. Kimbell Art Museum-Louis Kahn Building, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, 817-332-8451, kimbellart.org.

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WED 6 ANIME DAZE 4:30-5:30pm. Anime screenings, related special activities, prizes and snacks for students in middle school (grades 6-8 only). Registration not required. This program meets on the first Wednesday of each month, September-May from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Flower Mound Public Library , 3030 Broadmoor Ln, Flower Mound, 972-874-6167 www.flower-mound.com.

THU 7 MIDDLE SCHOOL PREVIEW AT EXPLORATIONS PREPARATORY SCHOOL 6-7:30pm. Come learn more about our Interdisciplinary/Theme- based Curriculum. 1501 Flower Mound Rd (FM 3040), Flower Mound, 972-539-0601 www.explorationsprep.com. See ad in this issue.

JUMPSTART STORIES & ART: HAPPY BIRTHDAY A.A. MILNE & WINNIE THE POOH 10-11am. Designed to inspire creativity and imagination, JumpstART goes beyond “story time” the first Thurs of each month (through May), engaging youth through the pairing of art and literature. Get a jumpstART on 2016 as we read stories about the beloved bear from the Hundred Acre Wood and celebrate author A. A. Milne’s birthday! This is a free activity. Irving Arts Center, 3333 North MacArthur Blvd., Irving, 972-2527558, irvingartscenter.com.

DALLAS STARS VS. JETS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars. nhl.com.

FRI 8 ELVIS IS BACK, ENTERTAINMENT SERIES OF IRVING 7:30-9pm. Kraig Parker, as Elvis Presley, has been called the ultimate image of this music icon. For over 16 years he has been performing rockin’ tributes to the king of rock and roll. There is screaming, swooning and of course the trademark scarf giveaway. Audiences will be stunned, thrilled and hungry for more. This is world class tribute you don’t want to miss! Tickets are $21.50. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, 972-252-2787, entertainmentseries.com.

SAT 9 COPPELL FARMERS MARKET 8am-12pm. Winter doesn’t mean the end of the Farmers Market season; you can buy locally-grown and produced food throughout the year! Winter Markets offer a variety of seasonal vegetables as well as natural meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, artisan breads, and even handmade arts and crafts created by local artisans. Meet local growers and specialty food producers! The farmers market has a shaded pavilion with inside and outside booths, a playground, interactive fountain area, and restrooms. Several restaurants are within walking distance. Check the website for vendor information and more! Old Town Coppell, 768 W. Main St., Coppell, www. coppellfarmersmarket.org.

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IRVING CHAUTAUQUA PRESENTS: MUSICIAN DAVE TANNER IN “TEXAS ATTITUDE” 2-3pm. Popular local entertainer Dave Tanner will provide a musical tribute to as well as a look at the stories behind the state’s patriotic music. In his 40 years as a full-time entertainer, he has performed for European royalty, leaders of business and industry, five Texas governors, and three Presidents of the United States. Tanner is morning host on “Legends 770,” KAAM Radio in Dallas. South Irving Library, 601 Schulze, Irving, 972-721-2606.

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TUE 12 FIRECRACKER BOOK CLUB 4pm. Book discussion and related activities for children in grades 4-6 only (50 minutes) Reservations required for groups of eight or more; call 972.874.6167. A limited number of books will be available to borrow at each meeting. This program meets on the second Tuesday of each month, September-May at 4-4:50 p.m. Flower Mound Public Library , 3030 Broadmoor Ln., Flower Mound, 972-874-6167. www.flower-mound.com

TEEN STUDY NIGHT 9-11pm. Looking for a place to study for finals? The Coppell Public Library will be open 2 extra hours, just for High School students to prepare for finals. Grab a seat in the stacks with your study group or check out a last minute book. When you’re ready for a break from studying, join us in the program room for Wii gaming, coffee, and snacks. This free event is open to students in grades 9-12. Rides home need to be arranged for no later than 11pm. Don’t forget that space is limited for studying before 9pm. For more information call 972-304-3658, or stop by the library! Coppell Public Library, 177 N. Heartz, Coppell, 972304-3658.

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DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. CAVALIERS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www. mavs.com.

WED 13 MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Runs January 13-17. Featuring more than 40 classic hits such as “My Girl” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” MOTOWN THE MUSICAL tells the story behind the hits as Diana, Smokey, Berry and the whole Motown family fight against the odds to create the soundtrack of change in America. Motown shattered barriers, shaped our lives and made us all move to the same beat. Please visit the website for specific show times/dates and to purchase tickets. Bass Hall, 4th and Calhoun Streets, Fort Worth, 817-212-4280 www. basshall.com.

FRI 15 LATE NIGHTS AT THE DMA 6pm-12am. Join us on the third Friday of each month, when the Museum is open until midnight. Each Late Night offers hundreds of experiences for visitors of all ages with performances, concerts, readings, film screenings, tours, talks, family programs, and more! Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood Street, Dallas, dma.org.

SAT 16 19TH ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY PARADE 10am. Come celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by watching a parade through Carrollton. The parade will start on Rainwater Lane (behind Carrollton City Hall) and proceed west to Josey Lane; south on Josey Lane to Keller Springs Road; east on Keller Springs Road to Kelly Boulevard; south on Kelly Boulevard to end at Ted Polk Middle School (2001 Kelly Boulevard). The parade is sponsored by Christ Community Connections, in partnership with the City of Carrollton. Call 972-242-0933 for more information. Carrollton City Hall, 1945 E. Jackson Road, Carrollton.

GALLERIA DALLAS’ SHOWTIME SATURDAYS PRESENTS: MISTER WILLY WELCH 11:30am-12pm. Every Saturday DFW children and families are invited to enjoy the amazing FREE entertainment provided by Galleria Dallas and our friends from Slappy’s Playhouse.

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Mister Willy’s songs and stories spark the imagination and inspire a love of reading for kids and families. Shows are located near the Children’s Play Place and Nordstrom on Level 3. Admission is FREE! Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, 972-702-7100.

SUN 17 MOCHITSUKI NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION 2-5pm. The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth invites you to experience the New Year’s traditions of Japan at this 16th annual family-friendly festival. Highlights include taiko drumming, Japanese folk dance, tea ceremony demonstration and ikebana (flower arranging). Watch rice being pounded for mochi (rice cakes), a treat you can sample with various toppings. Try your hand at calligraphy, origami, and traditional games for children. Fun for all ages! Admission: Cash & Check only at the door. Presented by the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth and sponsored by Fujitsu Network Communications, Inc. Event Admission: JASDFW & DJA Members: Adult $5 | Child (6 -12 yrs): $3; General Public: Adult $10 | Child (6 -12 yrs): $5; Child (5 yrs and under): FREE Fujitsu Network Communications, Inc, 2801 Telecom. Parkway, Richardson, 214-342-2022.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. OBSERVANCE 6-7:30pm. Each January the City of Irving holds a special event to recognize and appreciate the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In addition to the contributions of Dr. King, other civil right activists as well as the series of events which led up to the historic March on Washington for Jobs & Freedom are covered. Attendees will enjoy entertainment from the Dallas Black Dance Theatre II, Marquinn Middleton and the Miracle Choir and the Bear Creek Baptist Church Choir. Featuring a mixture of drama, music, dance and multi-media techniques, the 90-minute production is highlighted by a recounting of Dr. King’s famous “I Have a Dream” speech, accompanied by a representation of Dr.

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King’s likeness in hologram form. This is a free event. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, 972-252-7558, irvingartscenter.com.

MON 18 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY – FEDERAL HOLIDAY Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is an American federal holiday marking the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. It is observed on the third Monday of January each year, which is around the time of King’s birthday, January 15. King was the chief spokesman for nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement, which successfully protested racial discrimination in federal and state law. The campaign for a federal holiday in King’s honor began soon after his assassination in 1968. President Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law in 1983, and it was first observed three years later. At first, some states resisted observing the holiday as such, giving it alternative names or combining it with other holidays. It was officially observed in all 50 states for the first time in 2000.

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TUE 19 OPEN HOUSE AT GRAPEVINE FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Join us to learn more about our school for Pre-K – 12th Grade. We develop and graduate authentic Christian leaders. Other open house dates are 2/23, 3/22 & 4/19. 817-442-1605 GrapevineFaith. com. See ad in this issue.

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THU 21 PREK-8TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE AT EXPLORATIONS PREPARATORY SCHOOL 6-7:30pm. Come learn more about our Interdisciplinary/Theme- based Curriculum. 1501 Flower Mound Rd (FM 3040), Flower Mound, 972-539-0601 www.explorationsprep.com. See ad in this issue.

DALLAS STARS VS. OILERS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, stars.nhl.com.

FRI 22 LORD OF THE FLIES Runs January 22 through February 14. When a group of schoolboys survives a catastrophic plane crash, what starts as a desert island adventure quickly descends into a struggle for survival in a darkly sinister world of superstition and immorality. As the boys slowly explore their new-found freedom, their fun and games turn into vicious battles for power. When the group splits into two opposing tribes: one that strives for civility and another that delights in savage violence; the competition escalates into a dangerous, frightening climax. Based on the groundbreaking 1954

novel, this gripping classic looks into the darker sides of human nature where it’s civilization vs. savagery and the mob vs. morality. Addison Water Tower Theatre, 15650 Addison Road, Addison, 972450-6230 watertowertheatre.org.

DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. THUNDER 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, mavs.com.

SAT 23 COPPELL FARMERS MARKET 8am-12pm. Winter doesn’t mean the end of the Farmers Market season; you can buy locally-grown and produced food throughout the year! Winter Markets offer a variety of seasonal vegetables as well as natural meats, cheeses, eggs, honey, artisan breads, and even handmade arts and crafts created by local artisans. Meet local growers and specialty food producers! The farmers market has a shaded pavilion with inside and outside booths, a playground, interactive fountain area, and restrooms. Several restaurants are within walking distance. Check the website for vendor information and more! Old Town Coppell, 768 W. Main St., Coppell, www. coppellfarmersmarket.org. Don't forget to tell our advertisers you saw them in Suburban Parent!

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KNOW IT ALL GALLERIA DALLAS’ SHOWTIME SATURDAYS PRESENTS: CRITTERMAN 11:30am-12pm. Every Saturday DFW children and families are invited to enjoy the amazing FREE entertainment provided by Galleria Dallas and our friends from Slappy’s Playhouse. Take a walk on the wild side with Critterman’s entertaining performance involving live animals! Shows are located near the Children’s Play Place and Nordstrom on Level 3. Admission is FREE. Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, 972-732-7100.

DALLAS STARS VS. AVALANCHE 7pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars.nhl.com.

MON 25 BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED; A STEAM PROGRAM FOR GRADES K-3 3:30pm. Meet at the library to explore our world through nonfiction books and STEAM (Science, Technology, Arts, and Math Activities). This program is held every Fourth Monday, from 3:304:30p.m., September-April. Free. Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor, Flower Mound, 972-874-6167.

DALLAS STARS VS. FLAMES 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars. nhl.com.

FRI 29 A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD

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Runs Jan. 29-Feb. 28. The three-time TONY-nominated Broadway hit with its jazzy score hops to DCT. This whimsical musical follows two unlikely best friends and their quirky egos from hibernation to planting, to swimming, to sledding with plenty of fun and lots to learn along the way. This adorably charming story captivates audiences of all ages-even those who think they’re too old for make-believe. Join Frog and Toad as they weather the seasons and celebrate the differences that make them special. Please see website for show times and ticket information. Recommended for ages 4 and up Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, Dallas, 214-740-0051 dct.org.

ZESTFEST 2016 Jan. 29-31. Anyone who appreciates the hotter things in life is invited to

indulge in a fiery food experience as ZestFest brings together the spiciest exhibitors and products from around the country for one sizzling weekend. ZestFest is the ultimate party for bold and flavorful food enthusiasts. Produced by Spicy Food Productions and taking place in Irving,  ZestFest will be action-packed, check the website for festival hours! Cooking demos by celebrity chefs, live music, interactive contests and thousands of bold food samples will make January 29-31 2016 the zestiest weekend of the year! Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, 500 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, zestfest.net.

DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. NETS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www. mavs.com.

SAT 30 GALLERIA DALLAS’ SHOWTIME SATURDAYS PRESENTS: SLAPPY & MONDAY 11:30am-12pm. Every Saturday DFW children and families are invited to enjoy the amazing FREE entertainment provided by Galleria Dallas and our friends from Slappy’s Playhouse. Families will enjoy the talents of professional circus clowns Slappy and Monday. Shows are located near the Children’s Play Place and Nordstrom on Level 3. Admission is FREE! Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, 972-702-7100.

SUN 31 DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. SUNS 6pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www.mavs.com.

SAVE THE DATE... FEB 20 FREE WOMEN’S HEALTH SCREENING EVENT AT TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL, FLOWER MOUND 8-11:30am in the hospital lobby. Keynote speaker is Janine Turner at 10am. Join us for door prizes, physician speakers, wellness booths, chair massages, and more. 4400 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound, TexasHealthFlowerMound.com. See ad in this issue.

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TEN WAYS TO

NOT WASTE YOUR LIFE Is there anything worse than waste? Wasting food that could go and feed the hungry? Wasting athletic talent because of laziness? Wasting an amazing business idea because we can’t overcome alcohol addiction? As sad as all that is, the worst is wasting our life. A lifetime completely devoted to the graveyard mentality of “me first” will be 80 years wasted. Rather, using our most precious commodity, our time, to invest in causes that will outlive us is the opposite of waste. It is life, and here are ten ways to get started not wasting your life.

BELIEVE.

Belief is the most powerful, positive life-changer in the arsenal. Believe that you are a valued person with something to contribute, and chances are you will.

KNOW WHERE YOU’RE HEADED.

The cliché goes like this – if you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up somewhere else. Goals, both short term – (“I’m going to spend the evening with my child so he goes to sleep feeling loved”) and long-term (“By Christmas, I’ll be able to tell my AA group and my family I’ve been sober for six-months”), are necessary for purposeful change.

LOCATE A BETTER REFERENCE POINT FOR SUCCESS THAN THE CULTURE.

Know that our standard for a successful life is found in serving others, being a great dad, loving our spouse – these standards are more conducive to satisfaction than “Beautiful, because I’m worth it”, or “He who dies with the most toys wins.”

VALUE RELATIONSHIPS AS #1 – “FAMILY FIRST”.

This is an extension of #3 – No man is a failure who is loved by a child. That principle extends to our spouse, neighbors, friends and co-workers. To love eloquently is the cure for the common life.

A DEPENDENCE ON ANYTHING EXTERNAL FOR HAPPINESS IS UNNECESSARY.

When we “need” others – or achievements – to feel worthy, or happy in any way, we’re undermining this great truth: The simple fact of our creation, and that we are valued by the Creator, is sufficient.

LIVE IN THE MOMENT.

“I’ll feel like I’ve achieved something when ‘thus and such’ has happened.” “Just let me get that new garage and I’ll be good.” This kind of thinking ensures we’ll remain dependent on “more” for satisfaction. Repeat after me: “If I have a pulse and the capacity to believe, then my life is not wasted.”

LEARN TO DEFER SHORT-TERM THRILLS IN FAVOR OF LONG-TERM REWARDS.

We often confuse fluff and bling with substance. When we believe we are dependent on externals for genuine satisfaction, then we will sacrifice what is real (relationships, stability, respect, hard work, etc.) for what is superficial. Grabbing what we can now and undermining what is lasting amounts to nothing short of self-sabotage.

ALWAYS CONTINUE LEARNING.

Life-long learners adopt the ongoing posture of reinvention and redemption. Learners ask questions rather than act as if they know all the answers. It’s difficult to waste your life when you are humble and open to new ideas.

DON’T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF.

Knowing what we value puts it all into perspective. If we know why our life is not a waste, then we’re not so likely to get fooled by the trivia.

NEVER DO ANYTHING YOU WOULDN’T BE COMFORTABLE DOING IN THE PRESENCE OF YOUR MAKER.

If in doubt about this, talk it over with God first. — Reprinted with permission

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FUN STUFF { LIFE IS BETTER WHEN YOU’RE LAUGHING }

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WHICH WEIGHS MORE, A TON OF FEATHERS OR A TON OF BRICKS? NEITHER, THEY BOTH WEIGH A TON!

DAVID’S FATHER HAD THREE SONS: SNAP, CRACKLE, AND ? DAVID!

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START BY DOING WHAT’S NECESSARY; THEN DO WHAT’S POSSIBLE; AND SUDDENLY YOU ARE DOING THE IMPOSSIBLE. – FRANCIS OF ASSISI

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Start with simple changes and understand that a diet and health plan is not always about losing weight. It’s about getting the nutrition and exercise your body needs. Realizing there are nutrients that are vital to our health; must have: Carbohydrates, Protein, Fats, Vitamins, and Minerals, and of course water and fiber. Make this easier by taking the attitude of “What’s in it for me?” That’s right, you deserve something from everything you eat. It could be a good source of calcium, or it may give you those oh so important Omega-3 fatty acids! Ask the question before eating anything; you’ll be amazed how you can alter your wants to get your needs.

– YOUR FAVORITE DIETITIAN

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BACKTALK { BY KEN SWARNER }

NOW LOOK HERE

eddy Roosevelt had a saying he liked: Speak softly and

with you and your friends, and bring your baby bath photos for show

carry a big stick.” He uttered those words undoubtedly back

and tell.”

in a time when parents were okay to send their wide-eyed children out of a public event and into the nearby orchard

to tear a switch off a tree for a little “attitude adjustment” time. Today, moms and dads have had to rely on other skills when

and Rising brows don’t work, this pathetic face will likely make a child think twice before walking down an upward moving escalator. THE CATATONIC STARE: This nonverbal cue comes in handy when

hoping to modify their children’s behavior in public—including the

my child walks into the middle of our dinner party and announces that

art of nonverbal communication. Because at times we’d rather not

her brother is upstairs explaining the birds and the bees to the other

scream across the room: “Junior, get your finger out of your nose,” we’ve

children at the party. This expression tends to transition into…

developed complex and detailed “looks,” “cues,” and “messages,” that

THE DROPPED JAW: This look is a spontaneous, uncontrollable

let our children know exactly what we want…which is usually to knock

reaction to something shocking, such as one of my children

off whatever they are doing and bring daddy an aspirin.

backwashing into the Communion cup at church, or asking a relative if

I have several non-verbal cues I have developed over the years that

it’s true that he is a Mr. Fancy Pants. THE WHY ME: Rarely does this expression yield any results with the

are quite effective. THE FURROWED BROW: This look typically signals my complete and utter displeasure with whatever my child is doing at the moment. In this technique, my eyebrows form a uni-brow and fold over my upper

child, but at the very least, it sends a message to the other shocked parents that I’m not condoning the fact that my child is undressing a mannequin. Not all non-verbal cues are for attitude adjustments, however.

eyelids as if ready to slip down my nose and land on the floor. It comes

Sometimes, we send a silent message because we don’t want any

in handy, for example, in stopping a child who is licking the ice sculpture

evidence lying around, like…

at the Sunday brunch, or asking who wants to see him squirt Jell-O out

THE SIDEWAYS GLANCE: I employ this method when a child has just told me that his or her teacher wants everyone in the class to bring $20

of his nose. THE RISING BROW: Opposite of the Furrowed Brow, this expression

THE JUST KILL ME WHY DON’T YOU LOOK: When the Furrowed

the next day for a science experiment. My children know that this look

sends the eyebrows up the forehead, as if asking a child who is

means my wallet has reached critical mass and if at all possible, just

misbehaving in class: “Do you really want to make this poor choice?

before science class the next day, my child is to throw up and get sent

Because I won’t hesitate to follow you around school all day, eat lunch

to the nurse…and, of course, return to me the $20. SP

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