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es, glorious June. Every kid in the North Hemisphere looks forward to this mid-year month, when “schools out for summer!” The classrooms may be closed, but learning does not stop. Summer is a

great time for alternative learning. Which can be lessons learned at home.

Build reading skills. Turn the TV on, but, turn off the sound and closed captioning on! Let your kids read the words. Have them write up a grocery list from a recipe. Then let them help with making the recipe. Make sure they are active with both body and mind. Take swimming lessons and visit local community centers for other sports. Not everyone can afford summer camps, but we can afford our local library. Check out all the opportunities of your local library. Technology is a big part of our lives and we need to make sure our kids are learning to use them properly. They may even have an interest in learning how to build technology! There are many local camps which include tech camps.

June is also considered the month for weddings (June Brides) where

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human hearts join and cooperate with our Creator in bringing forth new life. The family they create is a human reflection of the Blessed Trinity. We can celebrate the feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 3rd and of his Mother, the Immaculate Heart of Mary on June 4.

And of course June brings “The Dog Days of Summer.” This phrase goes back a very long time and had something to do with the stars. But in this century we know it to mean the lazy days of summer. When the temps rise we seem to want to take it easy, even our dogs slumber more. Hence, dog days of summer.

Inside our pages you can read, “The Dad Days of Summer”, which is the perspective from a mother

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about the parenting style of her husband. If you were to ask friends how they feel about their husbands’ parenting style, you may get a few eye rolls. But, let’s be fair; most women would admit that they want dad to think and do as they do about parenting. Maybe us moms should take a step back and let dad parent in his own style. It may surprise you.

I admire my husband’s parenting style. Honestly, it took him a while when our kids were in their infancy stage, but he sure blossomed into an amazing, caring, fun father! And I have been reminded that our second child was under my watch when she had a fit and licked the floor in Walmart! Happy Father’s Day to all dads!

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“I didn’t do it!” is our cover kid, Hadley’s favorite quote. She’s sweet, but equally sassy and has everyone around her laughing daily. She loves playing outdoors with her brother, Hudson (3), and having tea parties with her puppy, August. When she grows up she wants to be a princess.

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YOU SHOULD KNOW DADS WHO DO CHORES According to one study, dads who divide household duties equally with their wives tend to have more ambitious daughters! Researchers found that girls who see their dads doing chores, like laundry and dishes, are more likely to pursue potentially higher paying careers, like accountancy and medicine. It’s another

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case of “actions speaking louder than words” as we shape equality attitudes and aspirations in our children.

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Making smart food choices can help you manage your weight and lower your risk for certain chronic diseases. When you eat healthy foods, and limit unhealthy foods, you can reduce your risk for: Heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, High blood pressure, and more. Eating what your body needs first is best. Water (2-3 liters/ daily), vegetables; fruits; whole grains; protein foods like beans, eggs, or lean meats; and dairy like 1% milk. You’ll get nutrients you need for good health―including magnesium, potassium, calcium, vitamin D, fiber, and protein.

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scrambled eggs you ever tasted! Seltzer’s power is its bubbles. When used in cooking, these bubbles create pockets of trapped air that expand when heated, which ultimately result in the eggs tasting lighter and airier. Thank you to

Eat a Colorful Diet AND REDUCE YOUR PAIN

Our joints, gut and brain function best when we eat whole foods, including vegetables, beans, fruits and whole grains.

Our bodies produce inflammation as a natural response to “foreign invaders.” Processed items, with their added sugar, salt, preservatives and partially hydrogenated oils, can all contribute to pain and inflammation.

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MARGARET, MOMPRENEUR OF 3 Q. What are the best practices to help encourage and teach our children leadership skills outside of the classroom?

A. You should know that no matter what field of work they choose, it is always going to be important to communicate effectively to become a leader. Communication and Leadership are skills, and like all skills, they are learnable. Children are normally fearless and acquire these skills very easily when taught, with help and encouragement, starting in the home. All this can lead to a great life for themselves and others.

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VALERIE, ANIMAL LOVER Q. We have a family of birds that come back to nest each year. Last year a baby bird fell and before we got to it our cat did. What should we do in case this happens again?

A. If you find a baby bird, it’s always a good idea to restrain, crate or put inside any domestic pets while you deal with the bird. If the bird or birds have beginning feathers and it appears uninjured, go ahead and place it in the nest. If the nest has fallen down (common after windstorms), replace the nest in a tree with the baby bird(s) in it. It is not true that birds abandon their chicks if a person touches them. Birds have a poor sense of smell.

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would be happy to help you. Our friends at The North Texas Outdoor Pursuit Center, located in the Historic Downtown Square of Carrollton (in the Silos) offer a program for a BSA Climbing Merit Badge. The scout will perform 3 climbs, 3 belays and 3 repels. There is a cost. We spoke with Ben at 972-446-0105; be sure to tell him we sent you!

Q. The President Wants Every Student To Learn Computer Science and Coding. How Would That Work?

A. In this digital age, learning a programming language is as important as learning to read and write.

Due to the lack of computer science education pursued by current educators, there is a deficit of qualified computer science teachers. Every student needs to learn computer science and coding, and the President’s initiative would work immediately if schools would partner with already functioning businesses that teach coding to K-12 students. These businesses already have trained teachers and curriculum that meets the current standards ready to be taught to students from K-12th grade. These trained teachers can use the computer labs that schools have in place to teach coding to K-12 students. Schools can look at this opportunity as a way to fill the current gap until schools have a sufficient amount of certified computer science teachers to teach all grades.

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SHIRLEY, GRANDMA TO 5 Q. As a grandmother who cares for her grandchildren, I rely on Suburban Parent magazine! Over the summer my grandson will need to earn a Boy Scout merit badge for climbing. Can you direct me to a local resource?

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4 We know your kid must have wondered how flipping a switch makes the lights come on in your home!

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ver 600,000 computing jobs are available in the US, but only 43,000 computer science majors graduated last year. That startling statistic from code.org may explain why 9 out of 10 parents want their children to learn computer programming.

Even kids who aren’t likely to choose programming as a career benefit from learning something about it. Coding teaches kids to analyze problems, think logically and be persistent about troubleshooting. Getting results also gives kids a sense of accomplishment and confidence that they can make technology work for them.

Unfortunately, many K-12 schools don’t routinely offer coding classes. To correct that problem, the White House launched a “Computer Science for All” initiative earlier this year.

Parents can find out about exemplary school programs at digitalpromise.org and discover local programs in the “Learn” section of code. org. You can also supplement what’s available at your school with options like these:

functions. Kids six and up can snap them together to tell stories or create devices like a burglar alarm or a voice changing microphone ($125) Circuit Maze from thinkfun.com teaches kids to think logically about circuits with a series of 60 puzzles. ($30)

BOTS. Robots and droids can be fun for the entire family, but

TOYS. Three dimensional playthings can teach kids the kind of logical sequencing that is at the heart of programming. Code-A-Pillar, coming soon from Fisher Price, is a caterpillar that does different things depending on how a toddler sequences its segments ($50). Makerbloks.com sells domino size blocks that have different

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many models are expensive, delicate or tricky to operate. Exceptions include Dash and Dot (makewonder.com), freestanding, kid-friendly bots that can be controlled through an app.

Sphero.com also sells several durable, rolling robots that will appeal to kids over 8, especially if they are Star Wars fans.

APPS. A wide variety of apps claim to teach coding to kids. Two of the better ones come from Hopscotch (gethopscotch.com) Their signature program lets school age kids use code to design games and create artwork. A simpler program called Daisy the Dinosaur is available for preschoolers. (Both free, Apple products.) Kodable teaches coding practices by having 6-10 year olds maneuver furry, round aliens called Fuzzes through 30 increasingly difficult mazes by using visual arrow icons (Free. Multiple platforms. Kodable.com) The Foos asks elementary age kids to help cute characters solve

problems that just happen to involve coding skills such as pattern recognition and sequencing. (Free for most platforms. TheFoos.com) Lightbot is a slightly more abstract set of puzzles that can be addictive for older kids. (Free for most platforms. Lightbot.com)

HYBRIDS. Several interesting programs teach code with a combination of tangible objects and apps. Bloxels has kids 8-12 create video games by inserting brightly colored blocks into a grid to create a pixellated image.

Capture the image on a smart phone and an app helps you convert it into a game with characters and obstacles. (bloxelsbuilder.com) Bitsbox.com has a free website, but it also offers a subscription service for elementary school kids. Once a month, kids get a box of new programming challenges along with stickers, small toys and trading cards.

CLUBS. Cs-first.com offers free modules that can be used in afterschool programs or summer camps. The materials are built around Scratch, a coding language devised at MIT (scratch.mit.edu) and are targeted to students in 4th-8th grade. All you need to start a club is a willing adult and access to one Internet-enabled device for each club member.

LESSONS. For children who develop a taste for coding, several organizations offer a more systematic way to become proficient. Code.org has links to “Hour of Code” projects that offer free one-hour tutorials introducing students to code. They also have a series of videos that help kids master basic algorithms and offer inspiration from master coders like Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg. Pluralsight, a company that provides online training to adults by subscription, offers several free classes for kids at pluralsight.com/ kids-courses. At Codeacademy.com, teens who are motivated can master several programming languages through free interactive lessons. Finally, Tynker.com, a program widely used by schools, offers over 1000 coding activities with kid appeal to families willing to pay a monthly subscription.

Try the free apps, available for Android and Apple, before signing up.

CAMPS. Summer is a great time to learn a new skill, and several camps will immerse kids in code. IDtech.com offers camps exploring a variety of technical topics at over 150 locations, including many campuses with prestigious CS programs. Their website makes it easy to find an experience that’s age appropriate for kids 7-18. The Emagination program intersperses lessons in coding with more traditional camp activities. Information about locations and programs, including a popular Minecraft session, is available at computercamps.com.

JUST FOR GIRLS. In the past, boys gravitated towards programming more readily than girls. A number of organizations are trying to reverse that trend.

Madewithcode.com, a Google initiative, features exciting coding projects developed by young women. Girlswhocode.com sponsors tech clubs and summer camps for girls. And Girldevelopit.com offers supportive women-only classes in 52 US cities.

STUFF AROUND THE HOUSE. CSunplugged.org promises to teach kids some of the basic concepts of computer science through games and puzzles that use inexpensive materials like cards, string, ping pong balls and crayons that are probably lying around your house. The site which is popular with educators includes downloads and videos explaining how to make use of the materials.

With so many options available, every parent should be able to find a program or project that matches your child’s age and temperament as well as the family’s schedule and budget. So what are you waiting for? Get your kids coding now! SP

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JUNE 2016 WED 1 FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. TULSA 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

THU 2 TOUR NIGHT AT COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 7pm. Come find out about our premier academics, exemplary fine arts, and championship athletics in our distinctly Christian school for students in grades PK3 –12. 901 Cheek Sparger Rd, Colleyville 817-281-4333 x 1, www.covenantchristian.net. See ad in this issue.

GRAPEVINE FARMERS MARKET 8am-4pm Thursday-Saturday each week through October, 325 S. Main Street, Grapevine, farmersmarketofgrapevine.com.

WEST 7TH FARMERS MARKET 4-7pm Thursdays, 2913 Crockett St., Fort Worth.

GLEN DAVID ANDREWS CONCERT 8pm. Soulful sounds from a New Orleans native son. Free. Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram Street, Arlington, 817-459-6405.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. TULSA 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

FRI 3 HALF PRICE BOOKS CLEARANCE SALE Join Half Price Books for a fantastic sale!

Everything is $2 or less! Hours: Friday and Saturday, June 3 - 4 from 9am to 7pm and Sunday, June 5 from 9am to 6pm. The first 100 customers each day will receive a free HPB tote bag! (limit one tote bag per person ages 16 and up).

Stock up on as many books as you can carry, as well as music, movies and more.

Arlington Convention Center Parking is $5, and admission is FREE. Accepted Tender: Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard,

= ADVERTISER American Express, Discover. We are sorry, but we are unable to accept coupons, other discounts or HPB Gift Cards. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Arlington Convention Center, 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817459-5000, www.halfpricebooks.com.

PARENT’S NIGHT OUT 5:30-9:30pm. Children ages 5 to 10 can join River Legacy staff for a summertime pajama party! Participants will enjoy pizza and snacks while exploring how animals and humans stay cool and have fun in the summer heat! The evening will include games, animal explorations, fun science experiments and will end with the movie Lilo & Stitch (PG).

Feel free to wear your favorite PJs. Children can be dropped off at 5:30pm and must be picked up by 9:30pm. Registration is available online or call 817.860.6752, ext. 102 or 104 to make registration and payment.

Additional health & safety form required to complete registration. River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, 817-860-6752.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM KICK-OFF PARTY 6-8pm. Gather under the big top for the official kick-off of “Step right up, Read!” the 2016 Summer Reading Program. The party signals the official opening of the Ringmaster Readers Room, where kids 12 and under can register to earn prizes for the books they read and listen to this summer. For those who have already registered, this is the first day to claim a prize. The evening will feature a photo op, children’s crafts and activities. No registration required. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SPRINGFIELD 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

SAT 4 KELLER FARMERS MARKET 8am-12pm Saturdays through October, 1100 Bear Creek Parkway, Keller, kellerfarmersmarket.com.

COWTOWN FARMERS MARKET Market is open Saturdays 8-12 year-round under the tents in the parking lot of Edelweiss Restaurant and Texas Outdoors, on the Weatherford traffic circle (the confluence of U.S. 377, State Hwy. 183 & Camp Bowie), 3821 Southwest Boulevard, Fort Worth, 817-763-0193.

GRAND PRAIRIE FARMERS MARKET 8am-1pm, Market Square, 120 W. Main Street, Grand Prairie.

SOUTHLAKE SUMMER KICK OFF 10am-1pm Join us for our 9th annual Southlake Summer Kickoff! Enjoy Summer Reading Club registration, FREE Rita’s Italian Ice, the Minions, a Blackland Prairie Raptors, inflatables, live entertainment by the Space Rockers and much more! Southlake Town Square, 1400 Main Street, Southlake, 817-748-8243.

NATIONAL TRAILS DAY 10am-2pm. Hit the trails with us to celebrate National Trails Day in this all new adult program! Choose between a kayak or day hike adventure led by experts in the field. Both adventures will take place from 10am to 2pm. Please pack a sack lunch. Pre-registration is required. Call 817-860-6752, ext. 102 to reserve your spot in your chosen adventure. Payment is due at time of registration. Participants must be 16 and up. River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, 817-860-6752.

KIMBELL KIDS DROP-IN STUDIO

TEXAS RANGERS VS. SEATTLE MARINERS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

DALE WATSON CONCERT 8-9:30pm. Carrying on the Texas outlaw tradition. Free. Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram Street, Arlington, 817-459-6405.

1-2pm. This free program introduces children (ages 12 and younger) and their adult companions to fun and inspiring ways to enjoy art together. Each session features a brief gallery activity and a related studio art project. Space is limited; sign-up begins one hour prior to the program. Piano Pavilion Education Studios.

June 4 & 11: Clay Impressions. Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, kimbellart.org.

SPAMALOT Runs June 4-12. See website for show dates/times and to purchase tickets.

Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits, and French people. Did we mention the bevy of beautiful show girls? Casa Manana, 3101 W. Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, 817-332-2272, casamanana.org.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SPRINGFIELD 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. SEATTLE MARINERS 8:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

SUN 5 FREE FEE SUNDAY AT SUNSHINE GLAZE 12-5pm. No studio fees on ceramic painting all day plus 20% off mosaics & glass fusion. We do not take reservations for Free Fee Sunday. Sunshine Glaze, 405 North Carroll Avenue, Southlake, 817424-1417, www.sunshineglaze.com.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. SEATTLE MARINERS 2:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. SPRINGFIELD 6:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

MON 6 SUMMER BALLET CAMPS BEGIN AT MARINA ALMAYEVA SCHOOL OF CLASSICAL BALLET A different camp each week that includes dance instruction, stretching exercises,

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KNOW IT ALL music and stories, arts and crafts, snacks and a short open class at the end of each week. June 6-10: “Frozen” Camp; June 13-17: “Beauty and the Beast” Camp; June 20-24: “The Little Mermaid” Camp; June 27-July 1: “Aladdin” Camp. 102 Grapevine Hwy, Hurst 817-788-0818 www.MA-BalletSchool. com. See ad in this issue.

SUPER HERO ART ADVENTURE CAMPS AT IRVING ARTS CENTER June 6 – August 12. 13 camps for ages 4-16 jammed with adventures in art, theater, and music. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving 972-252-2787 irvingartscenter.com. See ad in this issue.

ERIC BELL SOCCER ACADEMY AT TCU June 6-9. Half-day and full-day camp options available. Another camp runs June 13-16. For more info and to register, visit www.ericbellsocceracademy. com, 817-257-6680.

THE WIZARD OF OZ Runs June 6-12. This new production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally re-imagined for the stage. Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscar-winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their hearts’ desires. Watch out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys as you rediscover the real story of Oz in this fantastic musical treat for the whole family. Please visit the website for specific show times/ dates and to purchase tickets. Bass Hall, 4th and Calhoun Streets, Fort Worth, 817212-4280 www.basshall.com.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. HOUSTON ASTROS 7:05pm. 10pm Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, Texas, www. texas.rangers.mlb.com.

TUE 7 NEXT SESSION OF SWIM LESSONS BEGINS AT OFF THE DEEP END AQUATICS Evening classes held at indoor heated pool at Texas Health, Harris Methodist HEB in Euless. 4 to 1 student/instructor

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ratio with well trained, energetic and fun instructors. Other sessions begin July 12, Aug 9, Sep 6 & Oct 4. Register online at offthedeependaquatics.com.

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SUMMER ART CAMPS AT SUNSHINE GLAZE 1-3pm Every Tuesday & Thursday through August 9th, kids will experience a world of arts & crafts using various mediums. Ages 5 & up. $28 per individual class, $25 for 10 or more classes, or $450 for the entire semester. Snack provided. Reservations Required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave, Southlake, 817-424-1417, www.sunshineglaze.com. See ad in this issue.

PICTURES AND PAGES 10:30-11:45pm. Museum learning begins early with this special program for young children (ages 4–6) and their adult partners. Popular children’s books inspire group conversations and simple art activities. Space is limited for this free program; sign-up begins one month prior to each session. Maximum two children per adult. To register, call 817-332-8451, ext. 351. Piano Pavilion Education Studios. June 7 & 8: Puss & Boots, written and illustrated by Ayano Imai Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie, Fort Worth, kimbellart.org.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. HOUSTON ASTROS 7:05pm. 10pm Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, Texas, www. texas.rangers.mlb.com.

WED 8 FREE CONCERTS FOR KIDS 9:30-10:30am. June 8: Big Bang Boom!

Head-spinning power pop for kids.

Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram Street, Arlington, 817-459-6405.

LEGOMANIA 2-3pm. (Ages 3+) Fun free play with assorted building sets, 15,000 Lego pieces are offered week to week.

Duplos and giant blocks are available for younger children. No registration required. Class runs through July 20, 2016. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154.

CHESS CLUB 2-3pm. (Ages 8-15) Come play! Participants learn basic rules of movement, strategy and tactics. Pre-registration IS required and can be done in person or online starting Tuesday, May 31 at

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KNOW IT ALL 10 a.m. Class runs through July 20, 2016. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. HOUSTON ASTROS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, Texas, www.texas. rangers.mlb.com.

DALLAS WINGS VS. WASHINGTON MYSTICS 7:30pm. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584 wings.wnba.com.

THU 9 LIVEFIT LECTURE SERIES 6-7:30pm. “Grocery Store Must Haves for Longer Life” presented by Walter Gaman, MD, FABFP You are what you eat. Our processed and packaged foods are causing serious health issues. It’s time to get back to basics. Learn which foods improve memory, weight loss, arthritis, and make you look and feel much younger.

Refreshments and registration begins at 5:45pm -Lectures will begin 6pm and last 45-60 minutes each -Free childcare services will be provided. The Marq, 285 Shady Oaks Dr., Southlake, 817-748-8019, www.southlakeparksandrec.com.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. HOUSTON ASTROS 1:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, Texas, www.texas. rangers.mlb.com.

FRI 10 ME AND MY AMERICAN GIRL DOLL CLASS 4-6pm. Paint a princess mirror and decorate a mini hanging mirror for your doll! $18 per child. Ages 5 & up.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 North Carroll Avenue, Southlake, 817-424-1417, www.sunshineglaze.com.

SAT 11 OPEN HOUSE AT NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MONTESSORI 10am-2pm. 8725 North Tarrant Pkwy, North Richland Hills 817-281-9992 www. nrhmontessori.com. See ad in this issue.

BRICKUNIVERSE PLANO LEGO FAN EVENT 10am-6pm. Release the inner builder at BrickUniverse Plano, the ultimate LEGO lover’s paradise that will take over the

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Plano Centre on June 11 and 12, 2016.

Choose from Saturday or Sunday admission, and experience hands-on LEGO attractions and activities built to inspire, educate, and entertain. This fun, family-friendly event will have tons of amazing LEGO creations to gawk at, building zones to unleash your creative energy, guest speakers and more in the LEGO theater, and vendors selling the latest LEGO sets, mini-figures, and accessories. Visit website for all details and to purchase tickets. Plano Centre, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, 972-941-5840, www.brickuniverse.org.

ANIMAL EXPLORATION 2-3pm. Discover the habits and adaptations of one of our native animals during a live animal observation with a River Legacy Naturalist at River Legacy Living Science Center. Free. Space is limited, please RSVP to 817-860-6752.

River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington.

IRVING CANAL FEST 2-8pm. Canal Fest returns for another year of fun, food, music, and culture!

Set along the beautiful Mandalay Canal, this festival includes a local art exhibit, cultural dance displays, a variety of activities and attractions, live music, a food court, and much more.

Admission to this festival is free! Las Colinas Urban Center, 200 E. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, cityofirving.org./1311/ Canal-Fest.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. MIDLAND 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

DALLAS WINGS VS. LOS ANGELES SPARKS 7:30pm. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings.wnba.com.

MASTERWORKS - MATT INGRAM 7:30pm. MasterWork’s is a free concert series that comes to Southlake each spring through fall. Concerts are held at Southlake Town Square in Family Park and new this year at Aria Amphitheater at The Marq Southlake. Music lovers of all ages are invited to come out and hear a wide variety of musical performances during this concert series.

It’s a great way to enjoy the beautiful weather outdoors with your family! Aria Amphitheater, 285 Shady Oaks Drive, Southlake, 817-748-8900.

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Camp for High School ages is Aug 1314. Sign up at www.tcubaseballcamps. com. See ad in this issue.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. MIDLAND

DALLAS SUMMER MUSICALS: BULLETS OVER BROADWAY

6:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes for ages 7-14.

Morning (9am-noon) and afternoon (1-4pm) plus extended playing classes available. Other camps Jun 20-24, Jul 18-22 & Jul 25-29. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

Runs June 14-26. Visit website for specific show dates/times. A hilarious musical comedy about the making of a Broadway show. It’s the story of a young playwright who, in desperate need of financial backing for his next show, accepts an offer he can’t refuse from a mobster looking to please his showgirl girlfriend. Loaded with big laughs, colorful characters, and the songs that made the 20s roar. Content Warning: PG-13. Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Avenue, Dallas, 800-514-3849, www.dallassummermusicals.org.

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7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

11:05am. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

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June 14-17. Other sessions for ages 6-14 run Jun 20-23, Jun 27-30, Jul 11-14 and Jul 18-21. Summer Prospect Showcase

9:30-10:30am. June 15: Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Dr. Suess meets Dr. Dre. Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram Street, Arlington, 817-459-6405.

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KNOW IT ALL FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

THU 16 MOVIES AT THE MARQ 6:30-10pm. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, family and friends for a family friendly night out at the Marq. Come and join the fun and enjoy our brand new 17 ft LED movie screen! Movies will begin at 7pm at the Aria Amphitheater located behind The Marq Southlake.

Complimentary inflatables, crafts and popcorn will be provided for all guests.

Food trucks will also be available. Be sure to bring your own blanket or chair.

Tents and tarps will not be permitted.

Thursday, June 16 – Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Aria Amphitheater, 285 Shady Oaks Trail, Southlake, 817-7488900, www.themarqsouthlake.com.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

DALLAS WINGS VS. SEATTLE STORM 7:30pm. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings.wnba.com.

11am-12pm. Children of all ages are invited to listen to fun, seasonal stories presented by a librarian from the Arlington Public Libraries at River Legacy Living Science Center. Stay after for related activity. Space is limited, please RSVP to 817.860.6752. FREE. River Legacy Living Science Center, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington, 817-860-6752.

KIMBELL ART MUSEUM PRESENTS KIMBELL FEST FRANCE 2-10pm. Tour de France, 1-2pm. Enjoy French-inspired music and theater, art, activities, performance, food and more. Live performances by White Denim, Oil Boom, and Gollay. Free. Visit kimbellart.org for more information. See ad in this issue.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

FAMILY CAMP OUT

TEEN ARTIST WORKSHOP AT THE KIMBELL ART MUSEUM

7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

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FRI 17 7pm Friday until 10am Saturday. Join us for a unique Father’s Day weekend program as we show you the fascinating world of animals through guided Zoo tours, behind-the-scenes activities, s’mores around the campfire, continental breakfast and up-close animal encounters. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, Texas, 469-554-7300, www.dallaszoo.com.

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$22 Red Tables: $35 White Tables: $45 Blue Tables: $55 Ticket prices increase the day of the concert. Children 10 and under are half-price at Red and White tables and are free on the lawn. Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth, fwsymphony.org.

Two Shows! Friday & Saturday! 8:15pm.

Worlds collide in this perennial family favorite. The Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra brings to life music from Star Wars, including the newest episode, The Force Awakens, and much more.

Plus, come early to get your picture taken with Star Wars characters, then sit back and enjoy the stunning laser light show! Advance Ticket Prices: Lawn:

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1-4pm. Guest artist/instructor Rene Muhl will lead this five-day studio-art immersion program. Participants will explore new ways of looking at, talking about, and creating art inspired by the masterpieces in the Kimbell’s permanent collection. A light, midafternoon snack will be provided. Space is limited; to register, call 817-332-8451, ext. 351.

Nonmembers’ fee: $200; Members’ fee: $160 Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, kimbellart.org.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. BALTIMORE ORIOLES 7:05pm. Make up for 4/17 game PPD. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

TUE 21 DALLAS WINGS VS. PHOENIX MERCURY 7pm. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings. wnba.com.

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KNOW IT ALL TEXAS RANGERS VS. CINCINNATI REDS

LIVEFIT SUMMER LECTURE SERIES

7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

6-7:30pm. “No Guts No Glory: Understanding Your Microbiome” presented by Mark Anderson, MD, DABFP New research shows that gut health is the key to preventing most diseases, maintaining a healthy weight, and living a long and healthy life.

Learn what you need to keep your microbiome healthy and what things you need to avoid. Refreshments and registration begins at 5:45pm.

Lectures will begin 6pm and last 45-60 minutes each. Free childcare services will be provided The Marq, 285 Shady Oaks Dr., Southlake, 817-748-8019, www.southlakeparksandrec.com.

WED 22 FREE CONCERTS FOR KIDS 9:30-10:30am. June 22: The Boogers, the Wiggles worst nightmare! Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram Street, Arlington, 817-459-6405.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. CINCINNATI REDS 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

THU 23 CODY FISHER, MAGICIAN 2-3pm. Multi award-winner, Cody Fisher, is one of the most in demand entertainers in the world today! His unique blend of comedy mixed with mind-blowing magic has taken him across the United States and to over 20countries worldwide. No registration required. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154. www.codyfisher.com.

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FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

DALLAS WINGS VS. SAN ANTONIO STARS 7:30pm. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-2725584, wings.wnba.com.

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KNOW IT ALL FRI 24 PARENT’S NIGHT OUT AT SUNSHINE GLAZE 5:30-8:30pm. Parents, enjoy your night out while the kids paint a Harry Potter inspired wizard! Pizza will be served! $30 per child with a $5 discount for siblings! Reservations required.

Sunshine Glaze, 405 North Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417, www. sunshineglaze.com.

FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. BOSTON RED SOX 7:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

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FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI 7:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

DALLAS WINGS VS. INDIANA FEVER 7:30pm. College Park Center, 601 Spaniolo Drive, Arlington, 817-272-5584, wings.wnba.com.

TEXAS RANGERS VS. BOSTON RED SOX 8:20pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

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and creative ways to enjoy the Museum through gallery experiences, art making, music, food, and many more surprises. High school ID or equivalent required for entry. Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, kimbellart.org.

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2:05pm. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, texas.rangers.mlb.com.

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KNOW IT ALL FRISCO ROUGH RIDERS VS. CORPUS CHRISTI 6:05pm. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Rough Riders Trail, Frisco, ridersbaseball.com.

TUE 28 DALLAS SUMMER MUSICALS: 42ND STREET Runs June 28-July10. Visit websites for specific show dates/times. Peggy Sawyer arrives in New York City from Allenstown, PA with hopes of becoming a Broadway star. Facing adversity from all directions, the young but talented performer learns about show business and discovers which relationships are most important in life. Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Avenue, Dallas, 800-5143849, www.dallassummermusicals.org.

WED 29 FREE CONCERTS FOR KIDS 9:30-10:30am. June 29: Terrance Simian, award winning Creole for kids.

Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram Street, Arlington, 817-459-6405.

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6pm-9pm. Ladies enjoy free studio fees on ceramic painting plus 20% off mosaics, canvas painting, & glass fusion.

BYOB. Reservations recommended for groups of 5 or more. Sunshine Glaze, 405 North Carroll Avenue, Southlake, 817-424-1417, www.sunshineglaze.com.

MOVIES AT THE MARQ 6:30-10pm. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, family and friends for a family friendly night out at the Marq. Come and join the fun and enjoy our brand

new 17 ft LED movie screen! Movies will begin at 7pm at the Aria Amphitheater located behind The Marq Southlake.

Complimentary inflatables, crafts and popcorn will be provided for all guests.

Food trucks will also be available to purchase additional food and drink items. Be sure to bring your own blanket or chair. Tents and tarps will not be permitted. June 30 – Tomorrowland.

Aria Amphitheater, 285 Shady Oaks Trail, Southlake, 817-748-8900, www. themarqsouthlake.com.

SAVE THE DATE… JULY 3 LIGHT UP ARLINGTON 6-10:30pm. An explosive night of entertainment and fireworks at the City of Arlington’s annual Independence Day celebration presented by Arlington Parks and Recreation. Downtown Arlington. LightUpArlington.com. See ad in this issue.

JULY 4 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION IN TROPHY CLUB Join us for the Patriot 5K and Fun Run at 7:15am, followed by the Parade of Patriots at 9:30am, and the Celebration and Fireworks from 6-10pm. The Patriot 5K is at Byron Nelson High School.

Pre-register at Runontexas.com for $20 or onsite for $25. The Parade starts and finishes at Byron Nelson High School.

Flags will be handed out prior to parade.

The Fireworks are at Independence Park East, 501 Parkview Dr. Activities are free to residents, $10 for non-residents.

Wristbands are required. Visit trophyclub.org for more info or email slewis@ trophyclub.org. See ad in this issue.

Please note: Although we strive to bring you the most current information available regarding event dates & times, confirming with the event venue before going is always a good idea.

Our unique open concept office provides a cheerful and enthusiastic environment to educate and promote oral health for the children of our community. We are excited to share this journey with you and your family.

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BEDFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY................................................................... 22 817-545-5437 • www.bedfordchristianacademy.org CAMP SUMMIT......................................................................................................... 33 972-484-8900 • www.campsummittx.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL GRAPEVINE.................................... 32 817-488-8526 • www.facebook.com/fpcgv FULL CIRCLE RIDING ACADEMY..................................................................... 34 817-223-6036 • www.fullcircleridingacademy.com IRVING ARTS CENTER.......................................................................................... 27 972-252-2878 • www.irvingartscenter.com MARINA ALMAYEVA SCHOOL OF CLASSICAL BALLET........................ 30 817-788-0818 • www.ma-balletschool.com NORTH CENTRAL BALLET........................................................................24 & 32 817-428-8232 • www.northcentralballet.com OFF THE DEEP END...............................................................................................20 682-200-7865 • www.offthedeepend.com PRIMROSE SCHOOLS........................................................................................... 39 Bedford 817-545-5485 Heritage 817-741-5044 Keller 817-337-0717 NE Green Oaks 817-543-2626 Walnut Creek 817-477-0880 www.primroseschools.com RIVER LEGACY LIVING SCIENCE CENTER.................................................... 31 817-860-6752 • www.riverlegacy.org SAFESPLASH SWIM SCHOOL...........................................................................29 Arlington 817-680-2922 • Keller 817-876-0136 • www.safesplash.com SUNSHINE GLAZE................................................................................................... 31 817-424-1417 • www.sunshineglaze.com TCU BASEBALL CAMPS....................................................................................... 33 www.tcubaseballcamps.com TEXAS PREMIER YOUTH SPORTS................................................................... 28 469-834-8450 • www.texaspremieryouthsports.com THE MASTER’S TOUCH SCHOOL OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS........................................................................... 22 817-488-6903 • www.themasterstouchschool.com UTD CHESS CAMP................................................................................................. 33 972-883-4899 • www.utdallas.edu/chess WHITE BRIDLE.......................................................................................................... 28 972-740-0900 • www.whitebridle.org

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

WHAT DO YOU CALL YOUR DAD WHEN HE FALLS THROUGH THE ICE?

HOW IS THE BABY BIRD LIKE ITS DAD? IT’S A CHIRP OFF THE OLD BLOCK.

WHAT DID ONE KNIFE SAY TO THE OTHER KNIFE? YOU’RE LOOKING SHARP! Source: boyslife.org

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Swimming is Fun

Remember, Pools have RULES!

All households with swimming pools need to take the proper precautions to prevent drowning. Here are a few.

• Installing a locking and self-closing pool gate, to avoid unauthorized access.

• Placing in-home pet doors in areas that do not lead to the pool so children are not able to slip out through the small door unnoticed.

• Children should learn to swim without goggles. Teach children to open their eyes under water; if they fall in they can find the side of the pool or a step and get out safely.

• Learn CPR techniques for every age person in order to know how to properly respond should an emergency situation occur.

“LOVE AND FEAR. EVERYTHING THE FATHER OF A FAMILY SAYS MUST INSPIRE ONE OR THE OTHER.” – JOSEPH JOUBERT

To find a USSSA affiliated swim school near you or for details on becoming a member of the nation’s leading swim school organization visit: www.usswimschools.org.

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LOL WITH JAMES ESTES!

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Hello Son, I kNOw astroNOmy, ecoNOmics and oceaNOgraphy are eNOugh to keep even an hoNOr student busy. Do NOt forget that the pursuit of kNOwledge is a NOble task, and you can never study eNOugh. Love, Dad

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Barefoot Contessa and Chopped Junior, they’ve taken a liking to preparing meals in the kitchen. Lucky me.

Don’t get me wrong, my wife and I are certainly the first to encourage our

children to learn how to cook. The problem is that my children aren’t your typical chefs — they don’t follow recipes, they don’t use measuring tools, and they don’t like to be encumbered by gravity. They want to make their own creations, no matter how many paper towels it takes to soak up the floor.

When they get down to business, it’s like watching Jackson Pollock paint.

looks interesting,” I said. “What do you call it?”

“That’s cherry pie filling rolled on graham cracker crumbs and served on a bed of crushed Oreos,” my daughter explained. “It gave me a stomach ache.”

“Really? And this?”

“That’s Cheez-Whiz stuffed inside a peach,” my son answered. “But I’m not happy with it.”

I creased my brow. “Why not?”

“All the juice ran out when I hallowed the middle.”

It’s a dash of this, a pinch of that, and yes, pouring lemon juice on hot oil will

“Well that certainly explains a lot,” my wife said.

start a grease fire. Whoever said that children need space to be creative

“About what?” I asked.

should be required to clean my house. In fact, the phrase most commonly

“About why my feet are stuck to the floor.”

coming out of my mouth lately is: “Kids, clean up this mess before the Health

“Yea,” my son retorted, “that happened to the cat, too. She’s been

Department shuts us down!”

under the couch the past hour licking her paws.”

With that said, I still try to be an encouraging father. So, the other day, before condemning the property, I toured the buffet my kids made for our Sunday morning brunch.

“Nice spread, kids,” I said tightly squeezing my wife’s hand as we entered the kitchen. “Boy, if I didn’t know better, I’d say you used every dish in the house.”

“Not every dish,” my son reported. “Some of them broke.”

“What do you mean?” my son asked. “Did you want to know if we followed any recipes?”

“No,” I said, glancing around at the counters puddled with milk and dusted in flour. “I wanted to know if you made this brunch with electric fans and a Super Soaker.”

He shrugged.

Of course, all of this is one more shining example of getting exactly what I asked for, you know. It wasn’t that long ago, when, as my children sat at the kitchen

The kitchen table was lined with bowls

counter, moaning and groaning about what I was making

and platters holding various unidentifiable ‘stuff’

for dinner, that I sarcastically replied: “Well, if you don’t

oozing and dripping onto the table.

like it, you are certainly welcome to learn to cook and

“It’s like the midnight buffet on a cruise ship,” my daughter said, beaming as my wife and I moved in closer.

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I steadied myself against the table. “So, how exactly did you prepare all of these things?”

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wait on me for a change.”

Not only were those words tough to eat… so was the brunch!. SP