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POETRY IN MOTION BE INSPIRED!
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ith our kids now back in school; make sure they’re learning more than reading, writing and arithmetic! BE KIND TO ONE ANOTHER, Some of you may know that I have a son in college TENDERHEARTED, FORGIVING ONE ANOTHER, AS GOD IN and a daughter in 8th grade. I was a stay at home mom for CHRIST FORGAVE YOU. many years and had the joy of being very involved in both of — EPHESIANS 4:32 my children’s educational development. I can say with certainty that the most important education came from our own home environment. Respecting each other and trusting in God. It’s important to introduce the concept that people are different, and sometimes we are not on the same page with each other or with those outside our home. So being attentive to other’s differences is important. We are all uniquely created! Along with all the other life lessons, we need to teach our children the gesture of kindness. Engaging in the practice of kindness immediately shifts our demeanor from busy/frazzled to a more positive place by moving outside ourselves and recognizing those around us. There are many opportunities to be kind. It’s kind to pray for others and offer blessings. Example: Together, pray a small prayer for a homeless person you see on the street; ask God to lessen their load that day. Hold them in your thoughts for a little while. Find the good in someone and then compliment them. Doing this may completely alter their day and help them feel good about themselves. Example: If you notice a good behavior of a friend, tell them that you think that was very kind, and smile. Did you know that simply smiling at someone can lift their spirits? Teach your children to forgive others. Holding a grudge or revenge will never be gratifying. Nothing can top forgiveness, which helps to prevent aggressive behavior, and is good for our mental and spiritual health. Sometimes we may ask someone to forgive us. Example: Please forgive me for getting annoyed with you on the playground. That was not nice. It’s kind to really listen. Sometimes we are mostly thinking of what we are going to say next, rather than actually listening to someone speaking to us. A great act of kindness is to fully listen to someone; giving them your full attention. And lastly, teach your children self-kindness. It’s a good thing to recognize our own good behaviors, so it’s okay to pat ourselves on the back and say “that was good; I did good!” You should just go ahead and give yourself a compliment, right now! SP
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Meet Malia Rose. She loves to sing, dance and eat pizza. She also loves her dog, although the dog‘s a little wary of her. She’s still figuring out what she wants to be when she grows up, but right now she’s fascinated with doctors and Darth Vader. It could go either way.
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YOU SHOULD KNOW PUT IT IN YOUR HANDS SOAP AND WATER THAT IS!
According to a study published in the American Journal of Infection Control, more than 164 million school days are missed due to the spread of infectious diseases. Three million of those missed days are the direct result of acute conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye. It’s important to remind your children to wash their hands regularly and avoid touching their eyes as much as possible.
WHEN IT’S OK TO $PLURGE We know. You’re on a budget. We all are. But is there ever a time when it’s ok to splurge a little? Yes. For something tied to a memory like a special dress for a special occasion (can you say wedding dress?) or a vacation, perhaps. Financial planner Laura Scharrbykowsky explains that it’s not these infrequent purchases that get us in trouble, it’s the impulse buys and “got to have that” thoughts.
HELP KEEP IT IN PERSPECTIVE With unrealistic portrayals of beauty and masculinity all over the media, adolescents often have distorted views of their own body image. We, as parents, can help fix that by teaching them to think critically about claims regarding diet and body. Explain how amazingly buff athletes devote many hours a day to body building and super skinny models are probably photoshopped. Ask them how many people they see every day who actually look like that. Rather, encourage them to live a healthy lifestyle. Keep it in perspective..
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If your perfect pumpkin is missing its stem, don’t worry! You can still use it to create the perfect Jack-O-Lantern. Just carve the bottom out for the opening instead of the top. Once you’re done cleaning and carving your pumpkin, sit your light source on the bottom piece and place the pumpkin over it. No need for a stem handle. Hey, you could add a funny hat!
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EXPOSING KIDS TO THE ARTS There are many reasons to expose our kids to the arts, not the least of which is how it teaches problem solving skills and persistence despite setbacks. Think about the decision making process used when creating something: what color to use, how to make a line, etc. These choices don’t just influence their art, they influence their lives. Researchers from Michigan State University found a strong correlation between childhood engagement in the arts and measurable success later in life. Give your child access to the arts and see what they do with it, be it music lessons, a trip to a museum or a simple arts & crafts box.
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CARLA, MOM OF 2 Q. My preschooler really wants to chew gum. Is there an age appropriate time to allow kids to chew gum? I’m afraid she might swallow it or worse yet, get it in her hair. Am I being too cautious? Is it really that bad if she swallows a piece or two?
JAMIE, MOM OF 1 SON Q. What is Super Lice and how do I treat it?
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Swallowing too much gum can cause health problems including diarrhea, abdominal pain, gas, mouth ulcers, dental problems and choking. The American Academy of Pediatrics guideline for when to allow a child to chew gum is to ensure she understands it shouldn’t be swallowed. If she understands that and knows how to properly dispose of it once it’s been chewed, she should be fine. A good indicator would be if she can hold toothpaste in her mouth and spit it into the sink.
especially nits, have become resistant to most of the chemicals in the OTC treatments. Here are 3 options to successfully treating them: 1. Remove every single nit/lice through a very meticulous comb out process. Unfortunately it can take hours or days to complete and there’s always the possibility of missing a few nits that can re-start the infestation. 2. Cutting the hair to 1/8” (buzz cut); a drastic option and you still need to check for nits. 3. Dehydrating lice and nits with a controlled flow of heated air. There is a FDA-cleared device (Air Alle) that uses precise temperature, time and air volume to effectively kill lice and nits without toxic chemicals or spending hours in the process.
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A. As parents, we can never be too cautious.
seeds of empathy, caring and compassion are clearly visible early in a person’s life. You may remember your oldest caring for his younger sibling. It’s also noted that parents (adults) need to help kids nurture these seeds into full development. Consider serving others! Engage in a community service with your kids. It’s important that they see and hear from you that caring about others is a top priority. Also, it’s important for your kids to appreciate the many people who contribute to their lives. Make sure they know that it’s more important to be kind and grateful than it is to be happy. Of course, being kind will help make us happy!
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Q. I have a 13 year old and a 7 year old, and I am thinking about enrolling my youngest in music lessons and would like to encourage my 13 year old to also enroll. He feels he is too old, however, I can sense he has a bit of interest. Any suggestions?
JEREMY FICKLE, Business Director, The Master’s Touch School of Music & Performing Arts
would have either taken music lessons when younger or not quit music lessons they took in their younger years. There are many methods to teach an older beginner student that motivates them and many times they catch on quickly and find an immediate sense of accomplishment after just a few lessons. Music studies like piano, voice, guitar, drums or a band instrument continue to build students’ self confidence, concentration, problem solving skills and other life skills these teens will need as they move into young adulthood. We believe that an education in music is education for life and empowers a student to excel in the classroom and beyond at any age.
A. Music is such a big part of our society and it’s sometimes around the teen years when students wish they
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MOM IN NEED OF DIRECTION Q. My kids are 8 and 10. Raising them to be caring seems challenging. They tend to be selfish.
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1 They’re not just blocks they’re Smarty Blocks. Each set comes with 10 easy-tohandle wooden blocks, 160 challenge cards, a sand timer and tons of fun. The object? Complete as many challenges in one minute that you can. Good for readers and non readers and the challenges range from simple stacking puzzles to sequencing, reading, spelling and logic. Ages 5 & up. We found it at www.fatbraintoyco.com, $28.95
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2 Make a chicken! You can do this. (Need: white onesie, pilot cap, some felt, leggings, feathers and glue.) No-Sew Simple and you get to “strut your stuff”; and the cost is as much as “chicken feed!” So go ahead and “shake a tail feature”! We found it at lovelymorning.com/index.php/2013/11/ halloween-2013 Hey, readers! We would love an image if you make this!
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3 Turn your fave art or images into a Postage Stamp! Upload an image and turn it into a totally legit, U.S. Postal Service-approved stamp (scan in the piece of artwork, or take a digital pic of it and upload it from your computer). This is a great way to add a personal touch to any letter or holiday card you send. We like pictureitpostage.com because you can create oversize stamps (all the better to see the artwork), with lots of options for customizing type color and background. Two printed sheets of 20 stamps for $17.95. www.pictureitpostage.com
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4 We love our kids’ art; however it can become overwhelming to find space to store all of it! Well, “there’s an app for that.” The ARTKIVE app lets you tag and store images of your kids’ art work in seconds. You can even create a book and other keepsakes. www.artkiveapp.com, $4.99 at App Store
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BY HEATHER LEE LEAP
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5 Ways to Find the Fun in Your Child’s Music Practice Who knew practicing an instrument could be fun-and-games? In many homes it involves shouting, grumbling and even tears, but it doesn’t have to. You can break out of a routine of arguing over music practice by playing instead. Playing games that is. Children cannot see the long-term benefits of practicing; they rely on their parents support and encouragement to get them through the rough spots. But what if you are just as frustrated as your child and each practice session turns into a power struggle? Remember that music can bring great joy, and we all learn best in a harmonious environment. At your child’s next practice, sound a positive note by trying the following activities.
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GET MOVING, GET THE WIGGLES OUT, AND GET THE SONG EMBEDDED IN YOUR CHILD’S BRAIN: Listen to recordings of the songs your child is learning. Music-listening is a foundation of the Suzuki method, but is also used widely by professional musicians who listen to several versions of a piece they
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are preparing. Listen to the songs, march to the beat or dance with the rhythm, then sing the tune before playing. If there is a tough section in the music, sing it to your child and have him sing it back to you. Keep singing it, and having him sing it back until he gets it right. Singing the notes and rhythm correctly is a magic trick for improving your child’s playing.
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SHIFT FOCUS ON YOUR OWN TERMS: Young children will find anything to focus on other than their music, so get creative and provide yours with a controlled distraction. Keep a box of colored pencils and a special coloring book in the practice area. Each time your child finishes a musical task, ask him to color a small, specific portion of a picture in the book, such as a character’s shirt or the dog’s tail. Have him play another section of music or the next song, then color another part of the picture. This will get him moving and provide a break from focusing. Why colored pencils? There are usually twelve or fewer in a box, and you don’t want your child to spend the whole time choosing a color.
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SET UP A NO-RISK AUDIENCE: Invite all of the dolls and stuffed animals in your house to a special performance by their favorite musician. Your child can line the toys up on the couch while you set up the stand or get out the instrument. Announce the performer with a flourish and have her enter and bow before she begins her practice for the day. When she feels confident with her latest piece, have her perform for the whole family.
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Everywhere there are kids learning to play an instrument, there are families caught in power struggles over practicing. When those same families have the tools to create joy in daily practice, tensions are relieved and the student becomes more proficient at playing.
A LITTLE REWARD GOES A LONG WAY: As long as candy is not a daily treat at your house, the lure of twenty M&M’s or jelly beans in a small dish can be a big thrill. Start with all twenty or so in the bowl. If your mini-Mozart gets off-task, talks back, or tries to sabotage his practice in some other way, you get to eat one of the treats. Keep eating them slowly until he settles down. Works like a charm because he gets to eat the ones that are left – if any – at the end of practice. Best of all, you won’t resort to yelling and cajoling.
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REPETITION REAPS REWARDS: When your young musician is struggling, help her identify a trouble spot, then play “wipe-out!” Place three beads, buttons or small toys on the music stand and have her repeat the troublesome measure or line a minimum of three times. Let her slide one bead from one side of the stand to the other each time she plays it correctly. If she plays it wrong, even the last time - Wipe-out! She has to put all the beads back and start over until she can play it correctly three times in a row. Start with three beads for younger children. Some teachers recommend practicing specific measures up to fifteen times in a row. Start your child’s music practice with one of these activities, or hold them in reserve for when frustrations are running high. Spread them out and use them sparingly for best results. Whatever games you try, stop practice when your child is having fun and things are going smoothly. Ending at a peaceful moment when your child feels successful creates positive feelings which will carry over into the next day’s practice. SP Don’t forget to tell our advertisers you saw them in Suburban Parent!
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The Art of Words BY HEATHER LEE LEAP
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oetry suffers an undeserved reputation as something cool and standoffish, but that may be because poems are so often left to lie flat and lifeless upon the page. It’s time to brush off the ashes and find the glow in poetry. Giving breath to poems, like blowing on fading embers, will light a fire in children and adults as they discover the magic and art of words. Share them, read them aloud and poems come to life. Poetry has a vital place in our culture. Whether you are a life-long poetry fan or giving poetry another chance, for the sake of your children, let the following ideas inspire you and your family to explore poetry throughout the year.
Choose a Poem of the Day or Week. Have family members take turns choosing a poem to share at breakfast, at dinner or at any time you can all be together. Encourage your family to respond to the poems and make connections. When introducing poetry to children at home consider the rhythm, cadence and emotion in a poem rather than pushing them to search for meaning. Sneak it in. Offer poetry as a snack. Copy a short poem onto a slip of paper and tuck it into your child’s lunchbox as a surprise.
Read poetry and sing songs to babies and toddlers. Little ones will build language skills, absorbing rhymes and rhythms of music and poetry, long before they comprehend the content.
Write your own poems. Try a progressive poem where each person begins a poem, then passes the paper to the next person to add a line. Read through various types of poems and see if you can mimic a particular style.
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Volunteer to lead a poetry group at your child’s school or homeschooling group. Read poems aloud and choose poems to memorize. Include time to write poetry and share your creations.
Visit your public library. A great source for local activities, look for announcements of upcoming poetry events. Ask a children’s librarian for recommendations and bring home an armload of poetry books to peruse. Memorize and recite poetry. Children build stamina and determination, eventually memorizing poems with as many as fifteen verses. There is power in their achievement, and they are always amazed and proud of their accomplishments. In a classroom setting, students can practice in pairs, reciting aloud and prompting each other to aid in memorization. Patrice Vecchione, editor of Whisper and Shout: Poems to Memorize, suggests creating visualizations to make associations between images in a poem and something you already know.
Memorizing with the intent to perform at a specific time and place establishes a deadline and purpose and can provide momentum and boost enthusiasm for the challenge of learning a piece by heart. Invite friends to a poetry slam at your home, and perform your own work, or recite favorite poems by others. Prepare a poem to recite for grandparents, perform a poem at a senior center or register for a public event.
Stand up as you read or recite; move to the cadence of the text. Poetry as performance art comes to life, rises from the page and can kindle a new interest in children, or simply light their way to the next discovery. SP
Heather Lee Leap is a freelance writer and mother of three. She is not at all embarrassed to admit she memorized several verses of “The Lady of Shallot” in high school, inspired by excessive doses of Anne of Green Gables on public television.
• A Child’s Garden of Songs, and Back to the Garden, the Poetry of Robert Louis Stevenson in Song, recording by Ted Jacobs • A Journey through Time in Verse and Rhyme, edited by Heather Thomas • My Uncle Emily, by Jane Yolen • Poem in your Pocket for Young Poets, selected by Bruno Navasky • Poems to Learn by Heart, edited by Caroline Kennedy • Read a Rhyme, Write a Rhyme, selected by Jack Prelutsky
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OCTOBER 2015 THU 1 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS Runs thru Oct. 18. It’s time once again to gather the family and go to the fair. With rides, exhibits and food vendors galore, there will be something for everyone to love. Don’t forget to take the Dart and not have to worry about traffic or parking. Fair Park, Dallas www.bigtex.com.
TOUR NIGHT AT COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 7pm. CCA serves students ages PK3 – Grade 12. 901 Cheek Sparger Rd., Colleyville 817-281-4333x1 www.convenantchristian.net. See ad in this issue.
MUSIC PERFORMANCE 7:30pm. Fort Worth Classic Guitar Society brings to you Irina Kulikova. Purchase tickets online. Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth. 817-3328451. www.kimbellart.org.
FRI 2 GOODGUYS 23RD LONE STAR NATIONALS 8-5pm. Runs thru Oct 4. High banked hot rodding excitement returns to the Great American Speedway as Goodguys presents the 23rd Lone Star Nationals! It’s three big, Texas-sized days of motorsports excitement the whole family will enjoy! Check out over 2,500 1972 & older hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks and classics on display! Visit website for ticket purchase. Texas Motor Speedway, 3545 Lone Star Circle, Fort Worth www. good-guys.com.
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More! Free parking, 70 dealer tables, ANACS Grading Service and 3 gold coin prizes. Grapevine Convention Center. 1209 S. Main St., Grapevine. 800-4576338. www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
STUDIO FIVE 90 5-6:30pm. Open-format sessions for teens and adults join art-making and gallery activities to encourage fresh ways of looking at and responding to featured artworks and themes. Space is limited; sign-up begins one hour prior to the program “Courbet and Modern Landscapes”. Pavilion Education Studios, Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth. 817-332-8451. www. kimbellart.org.
OKTOBERFEST SOUTHLAKE 5-9pm. Come take a stroll in Southlake’s beautiful Town Square while looking at the unique, handcrafted arts and crafts booths. Great food and live entertainment are also at your fingertips during this fun-filled event. The kids will have a great time in the excitement-packed children’s area! 1256 Main St, Southlake www.oktoberfestsouthlake.com.
SCREAMS 2015 7:30pm -1:30am. Runs Fri & Sat thru Oct 31. The ultimate Halloween experience with three Haunted Houses -- the all new Castle of the Doomed, the Ghoulish Graveyard and the CarnEvil Clown Maze. Plus, there is live entertainment on the Screams stage, games of skill, human powered rides, shops, a food court. Not recommended for children younger than 10. 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie www. screamspark.com.
CAMPFIRE COOKING 10 – 12pm. Get fired up for campfire cooking and learn how you can incorporate it into your next camping trip or backyard activity. Registration is required. Participants of all ages are encouraged to attend. Nash Farm, 626 Ball St., Grapevine. 817-410-3185. www. grapevinetexasusa.com
LOVE COINS?? 2 – 6pm. Runs thru Sun. Coins, Stamps, Currency, Gold, Jewelry, Proof Sets &
SAT 3 PUMPKIN PATCH AT COUNTRY CRITTERS PETTING ZOO 10-5pm. Runs Sat & Sun thru Nov. 8th. $10/person; ages 24 months and under are free. Admission includes bounce house, playground, pony rides, wooden maze, petting zoo, train rides, game area, duck races and a free pumpkin per family. 3709 County Rd 617, Alvarado 817-
477-3060 www.countrycrittersfarm.com. See ad in this issue.
MUMS N ROSES 9-5pm. Get your mums, roses and other flowering plants for your fall gardens and pumpkins too! You will not want to miss this event! All proceeds benefit goes to Legacy Boxer Rescue. NRH20 Family Water Park, 9001 Blvd 26, North Richland Hills, www.savetheboxers.com.
FIRE SAFTEY PALOOZA 10-4:30pm. Have fun with whole family at Palooza. Gonna have Live fire demo, Bounce house, JR.FF Challenge, Food trucks and more. Free to the public. MISD Center for the performing arts. 1110 East Debbie lane. 817-276-4790. www. mansfieldtexas.gov.
POTTERY IN THE PARK ARTS FESTIVAL 10-5pm. Runs thru Oct 4th. See pottery, jewelry, glass art and more hand crafts from over 50 artists. Watch wheel and hand-building demonstrations, purchase bisque ware and glaze it yourself. Then the staff will fire it while you wait. Tour the facility and talk with the artists. Take a meal from the on-site food trucks. Enter to win the raffle prize “Island Girl.” Bryant Irvin Recreational Center. 3300 Bryant Irvin Rd.Fort Worth 817-681-1335. www. lmrapotterystudio.com.
KIMBELL KIDS DROP-IN STUDIO 1-1:45pm. This free program introduces children (ages 12 and younger) and their adult companions to fun and inspiring ways to enjoy art together. Space is limited; sign-up begins one hour prior to the program. Pavilion Education Studios, Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth. 817-332-8451. www. kimbellart.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. RSVP to 817.860.6752. River Legacy Living Science Center. 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington. 817-8606752. www.riverlegacy.org.
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MAIN STREET LIVE “THE BEST OF BUDDY HOLLY & ELVIS” 7pm. This energetic show will feature top hits from two unforgettable legends whose music undoubtedly changed our culture. Local singer/songwriter Ryan Tracy will perform the music of Buddy Holly and Award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist Drake Milligan will not disappoint as he pays tribute to The King of Rock and Roll. One show, two musical icons... don’t miss this event! Palace Arts Center. 300 S. Main St. 817-481-8733. www. grapevinetexasusa.com.
NIGHT UNDER THE STARS! SUNSET CONCERT SERIES 7-9pm. Bring your blankets & chairs and enjoy a relaxing free concert surrounded by the beautiful Botanical Gardens. Light refreshments will be available for purchase or you may bring your own food (no alcohol, pets or glass allowed). Children’s gardening activities will also be available at the Educational Pavilion. Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park. 411 Ball St, Grapevine. 800-4576338. www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
SUN 4 HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTHLY FAMILY TOURS IN SPANISH 1pm. Interactive docent-guided tours in Spanish will explore Spanish and Mesoamerican masterpieces in the Kimbell’s permanent collection. These 45-minute talks are free and open to the public. Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth 817-332-8451, ext. 249, www.kimbellart.org
MON 5 AUTUMN AT THE ARBORETUM 9-5pm. Runs thru Nov 25. The highlight of the festival is the nationally acclaimed Pumpkin Village. Created with more than 75,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash by the talented horticulture team. This year, to continue with the ongoing Texas theme, the display will be recreated into an Old Texas Town in the Pecan Grove. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd. Dallas 214515-6500 www.dallasarboretum.org. OCTOBER 2015 suburban parent
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KNOW IT ALL TUE 6 FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT 6-7:30pm. Come on the first Tuesday of every month for a free Family Movie Night in the Meeting Room. Contact the Library’s Information Desk at 817-7434840 or email library@cityofkeller.com for this month’s title Keller Library, 640 Johnson Rd., Keller.
SNAP CIRCUITS 6:30-7:30pm. Join us for fun, hands on learning! Snap Circuits provide an easy introduction to circuitry, building things that light up, whirl, buzz and move. Pre-registration is required and can be done in person or online. Colleyville Public Library. 110 Main Street, Colleyville. 817-503-1154. www. colleyvillelibrary.com.
WED 7 HOLIDAY CRAFTINGHALLOWEEN 7-8pm. Join Ms. Carrie for a fun night making a Halloween craft. Bedford Public Library, Jennifer’s Discovery Room. 2424 Forest Ridge Dr, Bedford, TX 76021. 817-952-2374. www.bedfordlibrary.org.
THU 8 HURST MASTERWORKS CONCERT SERIES 6-7pm. Come join us for this free family friendly concert event. Featured artist will be Bone Doggie, Jazz/R&B. Heritage Village Plaza, 837 West Pipeline Rd., Hurst 817-283-3406. www. artscouncilnortheast.org.
FRI 9 AFTER DARK IN THE PARK 5-9pm. Runs thru Sun 11. This family-friendly fall festival features storytelling, karaoke, pumpkin patch, animal encounters, bounce houses and a variety of children’s games, crafts and activities. All proceeds benefit the environmental education programs of River Legacy Living Science Center. Food Trucks and some activities have additional costs. River Legacy Living Science Center. 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington. 817-860-6752. For more information please visit the website. www.riverlegacy.org.
DOZE WITH THE DINOSAURS SLEEPOVERS 7pm-8am. Go behind the scenes with after-hours access to intriguing exhibits, exclusive demonstrations and hands-
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on discovery — with a late-night snack, 3D movie and light breakfast to round out the experience! Register yourself and your child today for the opportunity to proudly proclaim “I Dozed with the Dinosaurs.!” Perot Museum of Nature & Science, 2201 N. Field St., Dallas 214428-5555 www.perotmuseum.org.
SAT 10 RED RIVER SHOWDOWN More than 100,000 people travel to the State Fair for the AT&T Red River Showdown game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns. The game, played in Cotton Bowl Stadium since 1929, is an iconic staple of the State Fair. Cotton Bowl Stadium, 3750 The Midway, Dallas. 214-565-9931. www.bigtex.com.
NORTH TEXAS BICYCLE RALLY 9am. The North Texas Bicycle Rally is an Annual Fund Raising event for North Texas Children’s Charities. The Bicycle Rally has multiple routes that allow cyclists of all levels and abilities to participate. The routes include everything from a children’s and family route through a challenging 100 Kilometer ( 62 Mile) route. All routes have festive rest stops with mechanical support, Support and Gear (SAG) vehicles that travel the course to provide assistance and transportation support, and significant Public Safety and motorcycle escort support for all routes and major intersections. Free Commemorative Tee Shirts & Food for Rally Participants. Register online to participate. Byron Nelson High School, 2775 Bobcat Blvd., Trophy Club www.ntbicyclerally.org.
FAMILY PUMPKIN FUN WALK 10am. Each family must provide at least one pumpkin to decorate. As you walk the trail there will be some fun activities to do, and then back to the Recreation Center to decorate your family pumpkin and play some games. We supply all decorations for your pumpkin. A snack lunch will be provided. Cost is $10 per family (up to 6 persons in the same family). To reserve a spot for the event participants can visit either Memorial Park Recreation Center, 1950 S. Valley Parkway, Frederick P. Herring Recreation Center, 191 Civic Circle Drive, or sign up online. Activity # is 348210-BM. Sign up by October 2. Space is limited! No discount for Lewisville residents.
CELEBRATE ROANOKE 10am-9pm. Join us for Live music & free family fun! Dine, Shop & play at Oak Street Restaurants, food booths
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ROCKET READERS 12:30pm. Children in grades 1st through 5th are invited to come read to the Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs. Reading to our canine friends can increase a child’s reading skill as well as improve their self confidence. Colleyville Public Library. 110 Main Street. 817-503-1154. www.colleyvillelibrary.com.
11TH ANNUAL LAKEFEST 1:30pm – 12am. Packed with family fun, live music and local vendors. Lakefest End Zone Celebration will include college football, craft beer and country music. There is also The Kid’s Zone which is packed with fun activities like a rock climbing wall, bounce house and lots of games. 100% of all proceeds are donated to Texas Association For Infant Mental Health, Silver Lake Marina, 2500 Fairway Dr., Grapevine 972-406-5218.
2ND SATURDAY PERFORMANCE 3-3:20pm. A twenty minute, Living History Performance is presented by Roberta Atkins on the 2nd Saturday of each month following the regularly scheduled, public tour. The performance is engaging for the entire family. Sid Richardson Museum. 817.332.6554. 309 Main St., Fort Worth. TX 76102 For more information please visit the website.www.sidrichardsonmuseum.org.
HAUNTED FAMILY CAMPOUT 4pm.-9am. Get the family together, pack up your gear and hit the trail for the Haunted Family Campout! We will be cooking out, roasting marshmallows, listening to stories around the fire and enjoying the great outdoors. Cost includes dinner on Saturday night and breakfast on Sunday morning. Tent set up may begin at 4:00 PM on Saturday afternoon. Campers must bring their own tents, sleeping gear and fishing equipment. Campers 16 and older need a fishing license. $15 per campsite. Campsite includes 1 campers; $10.00 for each additional camper. Bob Jones Park. 3901 N White Chapel Blvd, Southlake. 817-748-8019. www. southlakestyle.com.
CONCERTS IN THE PARK 7:30-9pm. Enjoy free live entertainment outdoors here at Family Park. Tonight Brave Combo will be here to perform a World Music Mix Rock-Polka!. Southlake Town Square, 1256 Main St, Southlake. 817-748-8019. www.southlakestyle.com.
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SUN 11 DFW PUG-O-WEEN 11-4pm. Activities include a silent auction, a pug adoption parade and pug races. All are encouraged to come in your best Halloween costume. Tickets starting at $10.00. Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S. Main St., Grapevine.
MON 12 FALL OPEN HOUSE AT HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL 9-1:30pm. Come visit for a unique opportunity to observe classes in session. PreK-8th Grade. 3750 William D. Tate Ave., Grapevine 817-421-8000 x 121, admissions@holytcs.org . See ad in this issue.
TUE 13 STARS AND STORIES 10:15am. This story time is for our youngest astronomers will feature a story read by librarians from the Fort Worth Public Library and then the planetarium show One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure! Fort Worth Museum of Science and History/Omni Theater, 1501 Montgomery St., Fort Worth.
LIVE CREATIVELY 6:30-7:30pm. Just for tweens. Each month offers a different project that will encourage participants to let their creativity shine. Registration required. Colleyville Public Library. 110 Main St.Colleyville. 817-503-1155. www. colleyvillelibrary.com.
WED 14 VISITING THE WORK OF JOHN CHAMBERLAIN 4-4:45pm. For families with young children, ages 4 and up, is led by a docent and includes a story and short gallery project. Both the story and project focus on selected works in the Modern’s collection. Registration is not required, but a sign-up sheet is provided at the information desk the day of the program. Attendance is limited to 20 participants; admission is free. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. 3200 Darnell Street Fort Worth, Texas 76107.817.738.9215. themodern.org/programs/children.
THU 15 BABY BUGGY BRIGADE 10:15-12:30pm. Come join in the fun celebrating all things BABY! Decorate your baby buggy and its’ passenger to
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KNOW IT ALL represent a favorite book or storybook character. All decorated prams are encouraged to participate in the Baby Buggy Parade around the Library! Prizes will be rewarded for the most original and funniest. Vendors will be on hand for information regarding childcare, wellness, early child development specialists, etc. Bedford Public Library, Children’s Area. 2424 Forest Ridge Dr, Bedford, TX 76021. 817-952-2374. www.bedfordlibrary.org.
CHRISTMAS IN COWTOWN HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET 11-8pm. Runs thru Oct 17. Come shop from our wide range of merchants while knowing you’re making a positive impact on your local community. We look forward to seeing you in October! Event will also run Friday & Saturday. See website for ticket purchase. Will Rogers Memorial Center, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth www. juniorleaguefw.org.
raise funds, increase awareness, and educate people about breast health, as well as recognize and celebrate breast cancer survivorship with the powerful Survivor March. North Park Center, 8687 N. Central Expy., Dallas www. komen-dallas.org.
CELEBREATE LIFE ON THE FARM 10-2pm. Experience life on the farm at the 15th Annual Fall Round-Up at Grapevine’s historic Nash Farm. Admission is free but some activities require a participation fee. Activities include kitchen gardening, live music, farm animals, blacksmith and wood carving demonstrations, cotton picking, heritage toys, heritage games, wood-burning stove cooking demonstrations, petting zoo and more. Concessions will be available for purchase at the event. Nash Farm. 626 Ball St.Grapevine. 817410-3185. www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
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FRI 16 OAK FEST 5-9pm. At Oak Fest, we celebrate life in Coppell being as diverse as the oak trees. Building on our community’s roots and growing strength, we pause for an evening of community fun, live music, and fellowship. Enjoy miniature train rides, bounce houses, face painting, great food, and more!Andrew Brown Park East, 260 E. Parkway Blvd., Coppell.
THE GHOST OF SLEEPY HOLLOW 7:30pm. Runs Fri., Sat & Sun thru Oct.30th. Travel deep into the haunting woods of Sleepy Hollow and see why the terrifying tales of Washington Irving have been favorites for fireside spookfests for over a hundred years. Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman St., Dallas 214-978-0110 www.dct.org
SAT 17 CELINA BALLOON FESTIVAL 7am-11pm. Runs thru Oct 18. Watch and be amazed as colorful balloons fill the sky at the Celina Balloon Festival. The fest also includes carnival rides & games, giant inflatables, hamster balls for humans, a 200 ft zip line, dog adoptions, 100+ vendors, live music and fireworks on Saturday. Old Celina Park, 12670 Farm to Market 428, Celina.
33RD KOMEN DALLAS RACE FOR THE CURE 8am. This annual 1K and 5K fundraising walk/run is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year. The Race will
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10-2pm. Bring the entire family, even your pets, to celebrate the migration of the monarch butterfly from Canada to Mexico by way of Grapevine. The 18th Annual Butterfly Flutterby is a free, family-friendly event and will be held at the Grapevine Botanical Gardens. The day begins with a Butterfly Costume Parade. After the parade, participate in butterfly crafts, butterfly exhibits, the Migration Station, interactive games, a scavenger hunt, face painting and other activities in the Botanical Gardens. Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park. 411 Ball St.Grapevine.800-457-6338. www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
FAMILY FESTIVAL: BELLA ITALIA 1-4pm. This free afternoon event for all ages features creative art-making activities, gallery tours, and live performances inspired by Italian masterpieces. Children’s films are made possible by the Lone Star Film Society. Kimbell Art Museum. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth. 817-332-8451. www.kimbellart. org. See ad in this issue.
HALLOWEEN AT THE HEARD 6-10pm. Experience Collin County’s premier family-friendly Halloween event! Kids will trick-or-treat on the Dinosaurs Live! exhibit trail. Watch a family-friendly movie under the stars in the amphitheater. Stroll through the “Haunted Forest,” participate in a costume contest (for kids ages 12 & under), and more! Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney 972-562-5566 www. heardmuseum.org.
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KNOW IT ALL SUNSET CONCERT SERIES 7-9pm. Light refreshments will be available for purchase and you can bring your blanket or lawn chair to enjoy great music under the stars! Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park, 411 Ball St., Grapevine www.grapevinetexas.gov.
HAUNTED TRAIL FEST 7-9pm. Features a trip along a wooded path filled with scary creatures, spooky sounds, and ghostly special effects. Costumed ghouls gather for a night of games, prizes, and fun before venturing down the haunted trail. The event also features a costume contest for children 12 and under. Colleyville Nature Center, Mill Wood Dr., Colleyville 817.503.115.
SUN 18 GLUTEN FREE & ALLERGEN FRIENDLY EXPO 10-4pm. Dedicated to meeting the needs of the celiac community, those with gluten and food sensitivities, auto-immune/inflammatory diseases, and autism. The public is helped through vendor expositions, educational sessions, and online resources. The manufacturers are serviced through vendor expositions, marketing programs, and consultative services. See website for ticket purchase. Dallas Market Center, 2100 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas www. gfafexpo.com/locations/dallas-tx-2015.
TOUCH-A-TRUCK, DFW 11-3:30pm. Family friendly event where children and families will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with community vehicles, trucks, machinery, basically anything with wheels! You will have the opportunity to meet the men and women who protect, build, and serve the DFW community. Kid zone, raffle prizes, community booths, and food trucks will also be at the event! All proceeds support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. $5/person. Birdville Fine Arts/Athletics Complex, 9200 Mid-Cities Blvd., North Richland Hills 214-298-2532.
WELLNESS EXPO IN ADDISON 11-4pm. Over 100 exhibits featuring products and services to enhance your body, mind and spirit. Shop for breakthrough nutritional products, energized jewelry & stones and experience bodywork, Reiki, reflexology & intuitive readings. Lecture series includes 24 talks on Treating the Common Symptoms of Heart Stress, Sleep Apnea, Natural Beauty & Pain Relief, and Medical Intuition. See website for ticket purchase. Addison Conference
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MON 19 POSTCARDS FROM THE EDGE; A HOLOCAUST REFUGEE’S STORY 7-9pm. Fred Strauss, a Holocaust refugee and speaker with the Dallas Holocaust Museum shares the riveting story of his family’s escape from Nazi Germany. He will also discuss his life’s work, collecting postcards and stamps chronicling the traditions of the Jewish people and letters from Jewish families torn apart during the Second World War. Due to the mature theme of the presentation, it is not recommended to students below seventh grade. National Scouting Museum, 1329 Walnut Hill Ln., Irving 972-721-4612. www.dallasholocaustmuseum.org
TUE 20 OPEN HOUSE AT GRAPEVINE FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL We develop and graduate Authentic Christian Leaders. Primary 3s-12th grade. Please register online for the open house. We will have additional dates are Nov. 10 & Dec 8. 729 E. Dallas Rd., Grapevine 817-442-1605 www. grapevinefaith.com.
WED 21 BOO-TACULAR TALES 7-7:35pm. Bring your wee beasties for an evening story time of not-so-scary tales with Ms. Carrie. Costumes are encouraged! Bedford Public Library, Storytime Theater. 2424 Forest Ridge Dr, Bedford, TX 76021. 817-952-2374. www.bedfordlibrary.org.
THU 22 PATH PROJECT – PARENT EDUCATION SERIES 6:30-8:30pm. This workshop is designed to provide parents with practical working knowledge of the contents of an IEP as defined by IDEA. Through the process of writing an IEP, we will learn to set reasonable and measureable learning goals for a child with a disability, and to state the individualized services that the school district will provide for that child. Bedford Public Library, Bonnie Finn Room. 2424 Forest Ridge Dr, Bedford, TX 76021. 817-9522374. www.bedfordlibrary.org.
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Classes for students age 3 -19 Ballet Pointe Variation Character Dance Lyrical/Jazz Stretching/Conditioning Piano Lessons with Experienced Instructor with Master’s Degree
Preparation for prestigious international ballet competitions! Annual productions of The Nutcracker!
KNOW IT ALL HURST MASTERWORKS CONCERT SERIES 7-8pm. Come join us for this free family friendly concert event. Featured artist will be Russ Dorsey & The Music Makers. Hurst Library, 901 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst 817-283-3406. www.artscouncilnortheast.org.
FRI 23 BOO AT THE ZOO 10-5pm. Runs thru Oct 25. The Fort Worth Zoo’s family friendly Halloween celebration is a zoo-wide event, offering guests 64 acres of Halloween fun with all-day. Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Pkwy, Fort Worth www.fortworthzoo.org.
TRICK OR TRAIL 5-7pm. Don’t miss this night of Halloween fun! Walk the trail and get free candy along the way. Also visit the haunted house! This is free family fun for all ages. Tony Shotwell Life Center, 2750 Graham St., Grand Prairie.
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HARVEST STEW FESTIVAL 6-8pm. We’ll have games, hayrides, a bounce house, a costume contest, a large petting zoo, our delicious stew, cookie decorating and more! Be sure to bring a bag for children so they can carry all their prizes home. Admission is free, but please bring one canned good per person to be used in the stew or donated to the Community Storehouse. Cornbread and drinks will also be provided. Keller Public Library.640 Johnson Road, Keller, Texas. 817-7434840. www.cityofkeller.com.
PUMPKIN SPLASH 6-8pm. The Keller Pointe indoor pool will turn into a spirited water wonderland complete with floating pumpkins, carnival style games, and activities for the kids. The Keller Pointe. 405 Rufe Snow Drive, Keller. 817-743-4000. www. cityofkeller.com.
THE GRAPEYARD 6-11pm. Come to the eerie shores of Meadowmere Park as it returns from the dead this October with a bigger, scarier and more exciting GrapeYard 2015! Enter at your own risk… Halloween lovers of all ages will be immersed in a creepy wonderland of horrors, with over-the-top settings and over 20 scream-worthy attractions. The whole family will enjoy an evening of fright & fun with live entertainment, interactive mazes, epic zombie paint ball, laser tag, zombie survival training, and the return of Aftermath. Admission is limited
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and all event goers must register for tickets in advance. Parking is $5 per car. Meadowmere Park, 3000 Meadowmere Ln, Grapevine.
SAT 24 2ND ANNUAL BABY & KIDZ EXPO 10-5pm. Affordable family fun with family friendly vendors, parent resources, entertainment , activities, prizes and more. Adults $10, 65+ and Military $5, kids 12 & under free. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 N. Stemmons Frwy, Dallas See ad in this issue.
OPEN HOUSE AT NORTH RICHLAND HILLS MONTESSORI 10-2pm. Come check our programs and facilities. 8725 North Tarrant Pkwy, North Richland Hills 817-281-9992 www. nrhmontessori.com. See ad in this issue.
FARMHOUSE ON THE GRAPE VINE PRAIRIE “FALL HARVEST” 10-12pm. Harvest the seasonal crops that provided fresh food this time of year. Work in the garden and observe a demonstration of indoor cooking on the wood burning stove. This monthly series is designed for 3rd-7th grade students, but all ages are welcome. Space is limited. Registration required. $3 per person. Nash Farm. 626 Ball St. Grapevine. 817410-3185. www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
FREE & FANTASTIC: FALL FEST & FAMILY FUNDAY AT IRVING ARTS CENTER 11-3pm. IAC joins with neighboring Villages on MacArthur to offer a day of family fun in the parking lot, sculpture garden and inside the center with face painting, bounce house, pumpkin patch, hands-on crafts, hot dogs & hamburgers, fire trucks, and the DFW Humane Society Mobile Adoption trailer. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Ste 300, Irving www.IrvingArtsCenter. com. See ad in this issue.
UNDERWATER PUMPKIN CARVING 11-11:30am. Get your frightening fill of creepy creatures and underwater Halloween happenings at SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium. Enjoy a few tricks and a lot of fun treats with activities that include scary fish facts and under water pumpkin carving. Be sure to stop by on October 24, 25, 28 and 31 at 11 a.m. to watch highly trained divers dressed in costume compete to see who can carve the best jack-o-lantern... UNDERWATER! SEA LIFE Grapevine. 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy, Grapevine. 76081. 877-818-1677. www.LEGOLANDDiscoveryCenter.com/dallasfw.
STORY TIMES LAKE ARLINGTON BRANCH 4000 West Green Oaks Blvd. 817-478-3762 Wed - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 2-3; Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2. Thur Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-7.
NORTHEAST BRANCH 1905 Brown Blvd., 817-277-5573 Mon - Toddler Time 10:45am, ages 2-36. Tue - Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2; Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-7.
WOODLAND WEST BRANCH 2837 West Park Row Dr. 817-277-5265 Tue - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 2-3; Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2. Wed Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-7.
SOUTHEAST BRANCH 900 S.E. Green Oaks Blvd. 817-459-6395 Fri - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 2-3; Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2. 2nd Sat Only - Family Story Time 10:30am, all ages.
SOUTHWEST BRANCH 3311 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd. 817-459-6386 2nd & 4th Mon - Chess Club Time 5:306:30pm. Thur - Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2; 3rd Thur - Southwest Spine Crackers Time 6:45-8pm.
EAST BRANCH 1624 New York Ave., 817-275-3321 Mon - Wee Reads - Bilingual 10:30am, ages 3-4.
BEDFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., 817-952-2350 Tue - Story Spot Time 10:45 & 11am, ages 3-5. Thur - Babygarden StoryTime 10:10 & 10:50am, Registration is required; Twozees StoryTime 11:45am, ages 2-3. 4th Fri – Fun Family Time 3:45pm, all ages.
COLLEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY 110 Main St., 817-503-1150 Mon - Especially for 3’s StoryTime 10:15am, age 3; Preschool StoryTIme 10:15am, age 4-5; Art-Venture Kids Time 4pm, grades 3-5; Snacks and Stories 4pm, ages K-2. Tue - Toddler Tales 10:15am, ages 18-36mos; Preschool StoryTime 10:15am, ages 4-5; Build-o-Mania Time 4:30-5:30pm, age 3+; Chess Club Time 4:30-5:30pm, ages 8-15. Wed - Toddler Tales 10:15am, ages 18-36mos; Shake, Rattle & Read 10:15 am, ages 3-5; Thur Lapsit StoryTime 10:15am, ages 0-12mos; Sprouts Lapsit StoryTime 11am, ages 13-17mos; Story Playhouse Time 4pm, grades 2-5. Fri - Bounce Time 10:1511:30am, ages 3 and under. Note: PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED for all story times at www.colleyvillelibrary.com.
EULESS PUBLIC LIBRARY 201 N. Ector Dr., 817-685-1493 Tue - Lapsit 10:30am, non-walker babies; Preschool Story Time 11am, ages 3-5. Tue, Wed, Thur - StoryPalooza Time 11am, 11am & 6:30pm respectively. Thur - Toddler Time 10:30am, ages 12-36mos; Preschool Story Time 11am; Family Story Time 6:30pm, all ages.
GRAPEVINE PUBLIC LIBRARY 1201 Municipal Way, 817-410-3405 Tue - Music & Movement 10:30-11:00am, all ages; Brain Builder 1-5pm, all ages. Wed - Strech Stories Time 10:15-10:40am, all ages; classic storytime 10:45-11am, ages 3+; Music & Movement 1-1:30pm, all ages. Thuclassic storytime 10:15-10:40am, ages 3+; Music & Movement 10:45-11:15am, all ages; Sensation station 1-2:30pm; Family Night time 7-7:30pm, all ages. Fri- Baby time 10:30-11am, ages 1-18mos.
HURST PUBLIC LIBRARY 901 Precinct Line Rd., 817-788-7300 Mon & Thur - Toddler Time 10am (ages 1-3); Tue - StoryTime 10:45am (ages 3-6)
KELLER PUBLIC LIBRARY 640 Johnson Rd., 817-743-4840 Mon - Spanish Story Time 11am, all ages; Family StoryTime 6pm, all ages. Tue & Wed - Preschool StoryTime 10:15am, ages 3-6; Baby Time 11am, ages up to 18mos; Toddler StoryTime 1:30pm, ages 18-36mos. Sat Preschool StoryTime 12:15pm, ages 3-6mos; Baby Time 1pm, ages up to 18mos; Toddler StoryTime 1:30pm, ages 18-36mos.
MANSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY 104 S. Wisteria, 817-473-4391 Tue - Story Time for Tots 10:30am, ages 0-3. Wed - Listeners Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-5. Thur - Bilingual Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-5. Fri - Baby Story Time 10:30am. 1st & 3rd Thur- Bedtime Stories 6:30pm, age 3-7.
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY 9015 Grand Ave., 817-427-6800 Tue - Toddler StoryTime 10am, ages 1836mos.; Sunset StoryTime 7pm, ages 3-6. Wed - StoryTime 10:15am, ages 3-6.
ROANOKE PUBLIC LIBRARY 308 S. Walnut, 817-491-2691 Mon - Story Time at McDonald’s (1100 N. Hwy. 377) 10:45am, all ages. Tue - Bedtime Story Time 7pm, all ages. Thur- Teens Scribblers 6-8pm, ages 11-18. Fri - Story Time with Katy Kitten 10:30am, all ages.
SOUTHLAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY 1400 Main St., 817-748-8243 Tue - Lap Sit Story Time 10am, infants; Toddler Time 10:45am, ages 2-3; Preschool 11:30am, ages 4-5. Wed - Mother Goose Story Time 10am, ages 1-2; Toddler Time 10:45am, ages 2-3; Preschool Story Time 11:30am, ages 4-5.
All Storytimes are FREE. Listed are the regularly scheduled storytimes. Call to confirm as schedules are subject to change.
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KNOW IT ALL FRONTIER FALL FEST 1-4pm. Grab your pumpkins and shuck your corn...it’s time for a good old-fashioned Frontier Fall Fest! We’ll be celebrating with music from Buttermilk Junction and guests from the Embroiderer’s Guild of America, the Fort Worth Herd, the Greater Fort Worth Herb Society, and more! Cost is regular Village admission plus $3 craft fee if you would like to make a corn husk doll. Log Cabin Village, 2100 Log Cabin Village Ln., Fort Worth 817-392-5881. www.logcabinvillage.org.
PUMPKIN SWIM 1-3pm. Come swim with hundreds of pumpkins and choose your own to decorate. Activities to include pumpkin decorating, bounce house & face painting. $3 per person. Kirby Creek Natatorium, 3201 Corn Valley Rd., Grand Prairie 972263-8174 www.grandfungp.com.
MONSTER MASH 4:30-7pm. Calling all boys and ghouls, mummies and daddies to join the City of Southlake for a howling good time at the Monster Mash. Celebrate with games, dancing, door prizes and spooky surprises! Wear a kid friendly costume and join in our graveyard smash! Southlake Town Hall Lobby. 1400 Main Street, Southlake. 817-7488019. www.southlakestyle.com.
HOOT N’ HOWL 5-9pm. The NRH community stage will be jam-packed with performers, including area children’s dance and vocal groups. Other activities will include a hayride, midway games, tot games, fall photo opportunities and candy for all. Green Valley Park, 7701 Smithfield Rd., North Richland Hills.
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BEWITCHED BY THE BARN 7-9pm. Be transported to another time and place for this free family event with stories from the Tarrant Area Guild of Storytellers. The stories will get progressively scarier as the sun goes down. Popcorn and cider will be available. Registration is not required and all ages are encouraged to attend. Nash Farm. 626 Ball St.Grapevine. 817-4103185. www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
SUN 25 JUNIE B. JONES, THE MUSICAL It’s Junie B.’s first day of first grade and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie’s friend Lucille doesn’t want to be her best pal anymore, and on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. See website for show times and tickets Casa Manana, 3101 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth www.casamanana.org.
ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUCKS: LIVE ON STAGE! 1pm. This is a brand new, music-filled interactive live show featuring the Chipmunks and Chipettes, America’s favorite animated music group. Based on the characters from the hit Fox movies, the show will bring the music and excitement of a live rock concert to life as the Chipmunks perform hit music. Visit website to purchase tickets. Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Pl., Grand Praire www.axs.com.
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5-9pm. A FREE event for all ages. Our haunted hayride, digital photo contest, trick-or-treating trail are just a few activities that will leave you with lots of treats, laughs and great memories. Glow Runs include a monster mile or 5K. Participants light up the night in this off-road course loaded with spooky surprises. Each participant will receive a shirt, medal, bib and glow product. Registration and additional fees are required for Glow Runs. Lewisville Railroad Park, 1301 S. Railroad St., Lewisville 972.219.5061.
1:30-3pm. Heart of Texas Therapy Dogs encourage children to read by providing a non-judgmental listener. Our furry listeners enjoy lying next to the reader and being read to-they won’t laugh if a child stumbles over a word. The relationship between child and dog enables the child to gain a positive attitude about reading, improve reading skills, build confidence and enjoy reading. Bedford Public Library, Storytime Theatre. 2424 Forest Ridge Dr, Bedford, TX 76021. 817-952-2374. www.bedfordlibrary.org.
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6-8pm. An alternative to traditional trick-or-treating. Kids and families can dress up in their scariest costumes and play games, collection candy and treats
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and enjoy entertainment and activities in a safe and fun environment. All ages welcome $7. Parents are free, but must attend with children. Mansfield Activities Center, 106 S. Wisteria Mansfield. 817-453-5420.
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KNOW IT ALL launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space. University of Texas at Arlington Planetarium, 700 Planetarium Pl. Arlington 817-272-1183 www.uta.edu/planetarium.
cover band. $7 for Adults, Children 17 & under are free. Food Truck fare, Ventana Grille buffet and cash bar available for purchase. 817-478-8500 arlingtongolf.com. See ad in this issue.
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3-7pm. Bounce Houses, Games and Free Refreshments. 3-7 pm. 2701 W. Southlake Blvd. www.LakesidePCA.org. See ad in this issue.
MON 26 HALLOWEEN MONSTER MOLECULE MIST LAB 11-3pm. Runs daily thru Nov. 1st. Join us in making a putrid potion of magical matter that shifts from a solid into a gas. You may know it as dry ice, but we call it monster molecule mist. Dallas Arboretum-Rory Myers Children’s Garden The Exploration Center Plant Lab, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas www.dallasarboretum.org
WED 28 BOGO WEDNESDAY 9-5pm. Buy one, get one free admission for general garden admission only every Wednesday. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas 214-515-6500 www.dallasarboretum.org
THU 29 HALLOWEEN PARTY 4pm. It’s a not-so-scary party for our younger patrons. Put your hand in the monster’s cavern for a treat (or trick). Make your way around web games and poach an apple from the witch’s, cauldron if you dare. Colleyville Public Library. 110 Main Street. 817-503-1154. www.colleyvillelibrary.com.
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SAT 31 6am. A healthy way to celebrate Halloween together at North Texas’ premier costumer race. All distances get the full zip Monster Dash performance jacket. All Half-Marathoners will receive a finisher’s stained-glass medal. 10K and 5K runners get a stained-glass finisher’s medal. Wear your funny and creative costumes to run in during the race and you could win a fabulous prize. Costume judging will happen after the race. Panther Island Pavilion. 395 Purcey St, Fort Worth, TX 76102. www.dfwmonster.org.
HAUNTED HALLWAY 8-6pm. Throw on your best Halloween costume and get ready to do the Monster Mash the biggest free spooktacular for kids in the Metroplex. Come celebrate Halloween with a Haunted House, costume contest, and lots of candy. Parking is $4.00 per vehicle. Traders Village. 2602 Mayfield Rd. Grand Prairie. 972-647-2331. ww.gptx.org.
FARMERS MARKET – DAYTIME STREET AND TREAT 10-1pm. First ever day time Street and Treat Festival at the Farmers Market at 10 a.m-2p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015. Join us for a healthy and enjoyable Halloween event. Participants will enjoy FREE games and trick-or-treating in Market Square! Grand Prairie Farms Market, 120 W. Main St., Grand Prairie.
HALLOWEEN TRUCK OR TREAT CELEBRATION 4-6:30pm. Come join us for the great Halloween family event. We will have many fun activities. Concessions will be available for purchase. Euless Family Life Center, 300 W. Midway Dr., Euless 817-685-1449.
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7am-6pm. Let us fight the holiday traffic for you as you relax on a chartered bus on the way to Canton Trade Days, in beautiful Canton. Keller Pointe, 405 Rufe Snow Dr., Keller.
6-8pm. Dress your family in their Halloween best and head on down to the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards, Join Stockyards Station for costume contests, pumpkin decorating, games, hayrides and trick or treating at Stockyards Station shops. Treat Street is a safe, family-friendly event that is FREE and open to the public. 140 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth.
PARTY ON THE PATIO AT TIERRA VERDE GOLF CLUB 7-10pm. Live music featuring The Rumble Kings, DFW’s favorite classic rock
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{ LIFE IS BETTER WHEN YOU’RE LAUGHING }
WHY DON’T SKELETONS LIKE PARTIES?
WHAT’S THE RATIO OF A PUMPKIN’S CIRCUMFERENCE TO ITS DIAMETER?
THEY HAVE NO BODY TO DANCE WITH.
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WHAT WAS A WITCH’S FAVORITE SUBJECT WHEN THEY WERE IN SCHOOL?
MAY YOUR WALLS KNOW JOY, MAY EVERY ROOM HOLD LAUGHTER, AND EVERY WINDOW OPEN TO GREAT POSSIBILITY. — MARY ANNE RADMACHER
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Decorate for Autumn with Spin Art We know our kids love to display their art. So let them bring some seasonal warmth and color inside with this Spin Art activity. THESE ARE THE SIMPLE STEPS: • Cut some leaf shapes from card and invite your children to color and decorate them using oil pastels, crayons, pens or pencils (or a combination of them all) • Attach to the inside basket of a salad spinner using a blob of blu-tac • Squirt paint and glitter glue onto the card • Spin really fast (a great gross motor development skill!) • Add more colors of paint and glitter, then re-spin, to create a build-up of overlapping layers • When dry, sew through the leaves using a needle and thread, taping the back of each leaf to keep them in place on the garland • Hang up and admire!
GOTTA LOVE ‘EM My son (4 years) was sitting with us at the table coloring while his Grampa was talking about problems with his ear. My son said, “what’s wrong Grampa?” He replied, “my ear is ringing and I don’t know what to do.” Without even looking up, my son replied, “I would just answer it!” — PAM, MOM OF 4
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BACKTALK { BY KEN SWARNER }
A REALLY FRIGHTENING COSTUME
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his Halloween, my wife and I are dressing up as the scariest,
of us to pass the bean dip, my wife or I will reply: “Why do I have to do
most dreadful, bone chilling things that we can think of to be.
EVERYTHING around here?”
We are going to a costume party as... Teenagers. It makes my blood curl just to think about it.
If another guest tells me to watch out for ice walking to my car, I’ll shout “Stop treating me like a baby!” And if the hostess politely
We already have our costumes picked out for the event. For starters,
informs my wife that
my wife plans to raid her own wardrobe without asking - wearing her
she needs to move
own clothes and jewelry for a costume because that’s what a teenage
our car because
daughter would do. She’ll even lose an earring at the party then
it’s blocking
flippantly say the next morning: “I put the
someone’s way,
earrings back last night – someone must have taken one in the middle
she’ll yell “When
of the night. GOSH!”
I’m a grown up, I’ll never treat
Me – I’ll buy a trendy outfit
MY guests this
at the store then throw the new
way!”
clothes on my floor – stepping
The rest of
on them for a few days before
the time, we’ll only
picking them up and putting
answer questions
them on my body. I also won’t
with the words “fine” and
bathe for a week. But, when
“whatever.”
people ask when was the
“Ken, you’re looking good.”
last time I took a shower, I’ll say: “Yesterday – jeez. Get off my back!” My wife will not only shower for the party, she’ll also hog the bathroom from 9 a.m. until we leave at 6 p.m. I’ll bang on the bathroom door from time to time to add just the right amount of
My wife also plans to look mortified the entire time as if every adult in the room is invading her privacy. I’ll slump on the couch and stuff 24 potato chips into my mouth and then talk with my mouth open: “Whabbever.” Finally, before we leave our house for the party, and to
tension to the day. When I do finally
set a good example for our own children, my wife and I will
get in, I’ll shave but leave one whisker
promise to stay sober, fasten our seat belts, abstain from
on my chin – which I will circle with a
sex, call if we’ll be late, mind our P’s and Q’s, and be home
highlighter pen so no one will miss it.
before curfew.
We’ve also been practicing how
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“Whatever.”
If everything goes well and our costumes are as perfect
we will move and act at the party –
as planned, the children will worry constantly and won’t be
especially what we will say to people.
able to sleep a wink until my wife and I get home. That’s all
For example, when someone asks one
the prize I’ll need!
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