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A DISEASE THAT WHISPERS

LEARN THE SYMPTOMS OF OVARIAN CANCER

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t’s a wonderful month to consider all the different forms of The Arts and Humanities. Art in all its forms often challenges us to consider new perspectives and to rethink how we see the world. An image can move

us by capturing a moment in History that can change us forever. We find that the arts and humanities speak to our conditions and ignite a desire for something more and something better. Everyone has an artful tendency; after all we were created by the creator himself, God. So get out there and celebrate the Month of The Arts! There are many special events planned for this month to highlight and capture the spirit that the arts and humanities bring to everyday life. If you do not know how The Arts actually affects the brain, you may want to know that experiencing art decreases stress levels. So visiting an Art Show at lunchtime or an Art Museum could make your day better! And the perks of enjoying and experiencing art are even greater when the art is made with your own hands. You will experience increased brain activity and improved psychological resilience. Art is a an amazing tool to record

WE ARE GOD’S WORKMANSHIP, CREATED IN CHRIST JESUS TO DO GOOD WORKS, WHICH GOD PREPARED IN ADVANCE FOR US TO DO.

history and increase inspiration, but science now has proved that art is a

— EPHESIANS 2:10

gift to our minds too! Want your kids to do better in school? Learn about the benefits of exposing your children to Fine Arts in this issue.

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Secondly, it’s Breast Cancer awareness month. Did you know that the breast cancer genes (BRCA1) or (BRCA2) are linked to both breast and ovarian cancer? I want all women to know about Ovarian Cancer and its warning signs. These symptoms will amaze you, because many seem so harmless. Please learn them and talk to your doctor about any symptoms you may have. Ovarian Cancer has to be caught in its early stage, and unfortunately it rarely is; most women are diagnosed in Stage 3. Please insist on testing (gynecological) if you have symptoms. Learn about them in this issue. Hey, let’s make this a creative October. Fall in love with the arts! Enjoy art, make art, and celebrate our humanity!

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LUCKY CATCH We’re not superstitious or anything, but many believe that catching falling leaves in autumn brings good luck. Opinions differ on whether it’s for leaves caught only on the first day of autumn or for leaves caught any day in autumn, but they say for each leaf caught you’ll get a month of good luck in the following year. So, why not go for a walk and give it a try? If nothing else, you’ll get some good exercise and you can catch a few Pokémon too.

Introducing our kids to the arts is good, but keeping them in the arts is even better. Need proof? Data from The College Board shows that in 2015, students who took four years of arts and music classes while in high school scored an average of 92 points higher on their SATs than students who only took a half year or less.

AUTUMN BABIES It seems that babies born in autumn have a lot going for them. One study in the Journal of Aging Research found that fall babies are more likely to live to 100 than those born any other time of year. Another study published in the British Medical Journal indicates that children born in the autumn months tend to be more athletic than their siblings or peers born in the spring. The athletic thing may have to do with the start of the school year and fall kids being older. The 100 years thing? Not sure why that is.

DO A LAST QUARTER REVIEW As we enter the final quarter of 2016, think back to the resolutions you made at the beginning of the year. Did you achieve them? If not, why not? With three months to go, there may still be time to accomplish some of them. So, pull out a pen and start a new list of what you can get done by December. Go on now. Finish strong.

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FALL WEIGHT GAIN

Americans gain more weight from October to December than any other time of the year. We can blame it on the chillier temps, baggier clothes and comfort foods of the season, but apparently less sunlight has something to do with it too. A lack of vitamin D (the vitamin we get from the sun) seems to reduce fat breakdown and trigger fat storage. To boost your vitamin D, and prevent weight gain, eat more fish and get at least 20 minutes of sunlight exposure per day (with your arms uncovered). But you should go easy on the sweets, as well.

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EAR WAX... A GOOD THING! Have you read the warning on the Q-Tips box? Not for inner ear use. People have been led to think that ear wax is dirty, that it’s gross or unnecessary, but it’s not true at all. Ear wax protects our ear canal, where the skin is thin and fragile and highly susceptible to infection. What you’re taking out is supposed to be in there. Let your body do its job with the natural migration that carries the wax out when necessary.

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RITA, MOM OF TRIPLETS, AGE 3 Q. I’ve read that children taking music lessons are better learners in school. Are there specialized music programs for this?

A. Music Programs where the student is required to sing musical notes while identifying those notes at the piano do improve language skills, memory, behavior and spatial intelligence. A study conducted by Jäncke Lutz, professor Institute of Technology in Zurich with children aged six, who were taught to play an instrument for 15 consecutive months, showed that at the end of their musical training all children experienced changes in their brain anatomy. The areas used to process music in the brain were larger and more active. Ultimately learning music makes children smarter by teaching them discipline and a new skill that requires a great mental workout and it’s a good self-esteem booster too.

CURIOUS MOM Q. Is it true that smart phones can cause temporary blindness?

BHARTI, MOM OF 3 YEAR OLD Q. What is an appropriate age to trick or treat? Safety tips too.

A. Yes, transient monocular visual loss has

A. No matter the age, an adult should always ac-

been discovered and detailed about two women who went temporarily blind from constantly checking their phones in the dark, say doctors who are now alerting others to the unusual phenomenon. Apparently, using just one eye to read your iphone, like if you are in bed on your side and one eye is covered by your pillow, will cause temporary blindness. So, two things: make sure your screen brightness is lowered when reading in a darkened room and use both eyes. And for the love of your eyes, go to sleep without your phone!

company young children on their neighborhood rounds. And of course, talk to their teens about safety and limits you require. Because pedestrian injuries are the most common injuries to children on Halloween, it’s best to be prepared. *Reflective tape: on costumes and/or treat bags * Carry a cell-phone for quick communication *Eat a good meal prior to going trick-or-treating; this will discourage filling up on those treats! *Only go to homes with the porch light on and never enter a home or car for a treat. *Older children going out alone plan and review the route that is acceptable to you. Agree on specific time when they should return home. Have cell phone ringer turned on!

Editor’s Response

Find more at American Academy of Pediatrics www.aap.org

FELIPE JOSÉ RAMIREZ, Figaro Academy of Music

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Q. I’m concerned for my nephews. They are very overweight at ages 9 years and 11 years. Should I try to talk to my sister and brother-in-law? A. Your concern is important. And yes you may want to educate your sister’s family about the consequences of early obesity. Childhood obesity is the top health concern among U.S. parents. Obese children are at increased risk of heart disease and stroke, high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes and elevated blood cholesterol. To reverse obesity, it’s important that the children have access to healthy foods, beverages, and activities in the places where they live, learn and play. You could inform your family that it’s best to bring healthy foods into the home. And discourage sugary drinks like sports drinks, fruit drinks (with added sugar), energy drinks and soda, all which account for half of the added sugars consumed by most children. Physical activity is important too. It’s recommended that school age children get at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day. It can be two 30-minute periods or four 15-minute periods of vigorous activity each day.

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MOMENTS { BY PATRICK HEMPFING }

TRICKED AND WAITING

FOR TREATS

y wife, Mattie, played a trick on me. “I’ve been offered the job,” she said, turning life upside down for me, our daughter, Jessie, and even the dog. Shortly before Halloween last year, Mattie went on an

interview for a job six hours away. Though I’m my wife’s biggest fan, we’ve moved several times together in the past, so I’ve seen that trick before. Moving is no treat! “I’m launching my first book; the timing is terrible,” I said. For Jessie,

one box the same size. With lots of help from my

was two, leaving seemed unthinkable. Jessie’s opinion about moving was

less-sentimental wife and daughter, I reached

an unqualified “No!” Many tears punctuated her words. But we supported

my goal, even though the lid wouldn’t stay on.

Mattie’s decision and she signed the employment contract. The last few months, like Halloween, have been scary at times and fun

Jessie and I used some ground rules as we sifted through the boxes over several days.

at others, and lots of chocolate has mysteriously vanished from our kitchen.

Anything with her hand or foot print, photos of her,

It takes a bagful of patience (and quite a few pounds of sweet comfort food)

or that said “I Love You, Daddy,” was a keeper. Mattie assisted for some

before, during, and after a move.

of the sorting sessions, and she and Jessie often repeated the dreaded

Jessie’s last day at her old school proved especially challenging. I held

words – “Toss it!” Though it wasn’t a fun process for a dad who likes to hold

my breath that she would “hold it together” through the end-of-year program.

on to anything associated with his little girl (after all, my first book’s subtitle

Fortunately, she kept her composure and appeared poised on stage for all

is A Dad Holds On), we had some special family moments as we recalled

of her parts. However, when the program ended, Jessie and her friends had

Jessie’s early years.

a hug and cryfest that started in the auditorium, moved to the classroom, and

By the time you read this column, Jessie will be a middle schooler and

continued down the hallway as we tried to leave. Her teacher commented

I’ll probably have a new box labeled “6th Grade” hidden under the bed.

that we might have to take one of the girls with us because she kept clinging

Speaking of boxes, as I unpacked a wardrobe box I came up with a great idea

to Jessie and sobbing.

for a Halloween costume. I could cut arm holes in the side of the box and

The dreaded packing came next. How did we accumulate so much stuff? If there is a positive in moving, it’s the opportunity to get rid of things that

stand in it. There would be plenty of room to stash Halloween candy. Though the move is technically over, hours of work remain to unpack, organize,

haven’t been used in years. “Goodbye tight pants. You won’t be taking up my

and hang pictures. We also need to begin the long process of getting to know our

limited closet space.” Conversely, for a “hoarder of memories,” letting go of

new city. That’s when, I hope, the treats will come, as we find new things to love

sentimental stuff is painful.

about the place where we now reside and the people who live here.

From pre-school through third grade, I dutifully saved all of Jessie’s art and

In the meantime, I’ll need a boxful of patience (and more chocolate). And

school work. I’m an “organized saver” so I had most things in boxes, labeled

when Mattie thinks of something else to add to my lengthy to-do list, I think I’ll

with the year and place where she made the masterpieces, plus a big cabinet

hide in my wardrobe box. Maybe she’ll walk right past me, since I’ll blend in

full of larger pieces that wouldn’t fit into the boxes, like the purple monster

with all the other unpacked boxes. I just hope she doesn’t look under the bed.

she made from a milk jug. My self-imposed goal was to select the “best of

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

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Jessie” from seven boxes and squeeze it into

11-years old and strongly attached to friends she had known since she

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Patrick Hempfing had a 20-year professional career in banking, accounting, and auditing before he became a father at age 44. He is now a full-time husband, stay-at-home dad, and writer. If you enjoyed this column, you’ll like Patrick’s first book, MoMENts: A Dad Holds On.. The book compiles favorite stories and new material and is available for sale on Amazon.com.

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G N I T T E G Y S T R A 12 Benefits of Exposing Your Children to Fine Arts

s our school classrooms become more and more focused on reading and writing excellence, our children may be missing out on some of the most important skills they can learn—appreciation of and active participation in the arts! Fine arts can include much more than drawing and painting. They include music and drama. They encompass many kinds of artistic expression such as working with clay, creating mosaics, three dimensional paper creations, puppetry and making mobiles. They include photography, cooking, flower arrangement—any activity in which self-expression bursts forth. Children naturally love to engage in art projects. The creative process is motivating in itself—an invitation to create something unique. There isn’t just one answer in artistic endeavors, rather there are infinite possibilities. And that’s good for children. Child development specialists tell us that the left hemisphere of the brain is used in logical thinking and analytical processes—basically our

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BY JA N P I E R C E

math, reading and science lessons. The right hemisphere of the brain is used in our emotional, intuitive and creative activities—artistic types of activities. Ideally our children need to develop both sides of the brain and the sides must work together for optimal learning success. It’s not only beneficial to expose our children to the fine arts, it’s fun. And you might be surprised at the learning that takes place while a child paints or molds playdough or plays the part of Peter Rabbit in a simple play.

HERE ARE 12 BENEFITS OF ENGAGING IN ARTISTIC PROJECTS

Children will improve their fine motor skills. Handling paintbrushes, drawing with a pencil, cutting safely with scissors, all these require precision. Correct placement of fingers on piano keys, learning to play a scale, and strumming a guitar all build motor skills.

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Language skills are enhanced. Children learn a whole new vocabulary when they enter the world of the arts. They learn names of famous painters, color and shape words, they learn to describe the items in their drawing and identify various artistic processes such as shading, adding focal points and concepts such as perspective.

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Visual-spatial skills are developed. Children learn how to place items on a piece of paper, how to connect pieces of a three dimensional work, and how to move their clay into the shape they desire. In art appreciation, children will learn about the vast diversity found in artistic expression around the world. They’ll build cultural awareness as they compare African masks with those created by Alaskan natives.

Decision making will develop. In creating any piece of art, there is a series of decisions made. What color, what shape, how big or small? Should I use watercolor or tempera? Art lends itself to experimentation that can spill over into creativity in other areas of life.

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Children who sing, act or create art learn to express their feelings either with or without words. They learn to express themselves in many different ways. Children who might tend to be shy or fearful develop confidence when taking part in the arts. Singing with a group, reciting a poem with classmates, taking a chance on the bright purple paint all work together to build confidence in the decisions they make.

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Because there is not just one way to create, children in the arts learn to embrace multiple points of view. If ten children draw the same apple, there will be ten different apples. And that’s okay. Art helps children learn to observe, describe, analyze and interpret. These critical thinking skills will be necessary in academic subjects such as math, science and writing. Children in the arts will learn to reflect on a project and see ways to improve or change. They will envision how they might say a line or how they might project their voice in the next performance. They’ll brainstorm ways to sculpt the clay so it looks more like a giraffe the next time.

Children learn collaboration. Working in a singing group, acting a part in a play or working on a class mural are all projects that require communication, shared goals and working side by side to achieve those goals.

Children who participate regularly in the arts have been found to achieve better grades and win more awards than those children who don’t have that luxury. (As reported in a ten year study by Shirley Heath of Stanford University.)

Providing experiences for your children in the fine arts can be as simple as supplying an art corner in your family room. It can be singing songs together or reading poetry aloud. You can make homemade playdough or use old socks to make puppets. It doesn’t have to cost money or take a lot of time. You may also choose to enroll your children in music lessons, art lessons or drama classes. You may take them to local art museums and introduce them to folk art, sculpture or oil paintings. Whatever efforts you make to expose your children to the arts will pay off in their motivation, expertise and joy in creative learning. So get artsy with it and watch your children bloom. SP

Jan Pierce is a retired teacher and freelance writer. She is the author of Homegrown Readers: Simple Ways to Help Your Child Learn to Read. Find Jan at www.janpierce.net

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ovarian cancer KNOW YOUR BODY AND KNOW THE SYMPTOMS

BY SUE LEBRETON

Ovarian cancer is sometimes called the “silent killer” but a more appropriate description is a “disease that whispers” because most women do report symptoms, even those who are diagnosed at an early stage. This is an excellent example of knowledge is power. If you know your body and the symptoms of ovarian cancer, you may be diagnosed at an earlier stage when survival rates are as high as 90%. Why is ovarian cancer often not detected in the early stages? Unfortunately, the symptoms can be vague and non-specific, mimicking conditions such as menopause or peri-menopause. Many doctors may also be unfamiliar with the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. Symptoms include one or more of the following: • Bloating • Pelvic or abdominal pain • Difficulty eating or feeling full quickly • Urinary issues (need to go urgently or frequently) • Back pain • Fatigue or changes in sleep • Nausea, indigestion or flatulence • Changes in bowel function • Menstrual irregularities • Weight gain or loss • Painful intercourse • Vaginal bleeding. Do not dismiss any of these signs. If your symptoms last three weeks or longer see your health professional immediately. Ovarian cancer should not be taken lightly. It is the most serious gynecological cancer and the fifth most fatal cancer for women. Although ovarian cancer is rare before the age of 40, remember it can affect women of any age. In the United States, there is a lifetime risk that approximately one in 70 women will develop ovarian cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that this year (2016) over 14,000 women will die from this disease. There is currently no screening test for ovarian cancer, although there is research underway. It is important to understand that your regular Pap smear can detect only cervical cancer. Likewise, the HPV vaccine helps prevent cervical cancer, not ovarian cancer. As a woman, become an advocate for your health. Be confident that you know your body best. The most important symptom to note is if there is a change to how you normally feel. When you visit your doctor, print and take a copy of the ovarian cancer symptoms from a reputable website. Discuss what your doctor feels may be causing these symptoms and any plans to investigate further. Remember, if you do not feel satisfied you can seek a second opinion. When you see your doctor, bring the list of your symptoms and detail when they began. Does anything you do make the symptoms better or worse? Has anyone on either side of your family had breast, ovarian or bowel cancer? All these details will help your doctor determine an appropriate course of action. Learn the symptoms of ovarian cancer and share them with loved ones. Women can defeat ovarian cancer with knowledge. M O R E I N F O @ c a n c e r. o r g / c a n c e r / o v a r i a n c a n c e r

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KNOW IT ALL { YOUR COMMUNITY CALENDAR }

OCTOBER 2016 SAT 1 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS A celebration as big as Texas with food, festivities and family fun. New this year, print-at-home tickets and coupon vouchers. Runs through 10/23. Fair Park, 3921 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Dallas www. BIGTEX.COM. See ad in this issue.

DINOSAURS LIVE 9am-5pm. Encounter a 46-foot T-Rex and 9 new life-size animatronic dinosaurs! Photo op and play area dinosaurs too. Runs through 2/19/17. Adults: $11; Seniors 60+ & Children 3-12: $8, Heard Museum Members & Children 2 and Under: FREE. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney, 972-562-5566 www. heardmuseum.org/dinosaurslive

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME 6-8pm. A vibrant and contemporary retelling of the classic tale, set in the halls of Our Lady of Notre Dame Preparatory School. Youth cast. Runs thru 10/9. $15. Art Centre Theatre, 5220 Village Creek Dr, Plano 214-810-3228 www.artcentretheatre.com

AUTISM EDUCATION SUMMIT CONTINUES Day 2 of 3 day conference for parents, professionals, and caregivers. Learn from leading medical experts, meet other parents, and find actionable treatment options for your child. Intercontinental, Dallas. autismeducationsummit.com.

AUTISM AWARENESS FAMILY CELEBRATION: DRESS UP 9-11am. The DMA opens early today for children with autism and their families to explore a Dress Up theme, enjoy an interactive performance with a music therapist, and relax in our sensory room. Preregistration is required. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas 214-922-1200 dma.org

20TH ANNUAL WALK TO REMEMBER AND DEDICATION OF THE GARDEN OF HOPE 1pm. A ceremony hosted by M.E.N.D. (Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death) for parents who have lost a baby to

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miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant death. Calvary Church, 4401 State Hwy 161, Irving, 972-506-9000, www.mend.org.

COTTONWOOD ART FESTIVAL A semi-annual event that features works from the nation’s top visual artists, plus top local bands perform too. Also Sun 10am5pm Cottonwood Park, 1321 W. Belt Line Rd, Richardson cottonwoodartfestival.com

PUMPKINS ON THE PRAIRIE 9-7pm. Pumpkins, a bounce house, a hay maze, hay rides and games in our “Kid’s Patch!” Mon-Fri 1-7pm (or Sunset); Sat-Sun 9am-7pm (or Sunset) Sunday activities start at noon. Grace Avenue United Methodist Church, 3521 Main Street, Frisco www.pumpkinsontheprairie.org

2016 GRANDSCAPE WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S 8am-1pm. The world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. A ceremony, plus music, food, and entertainment followed by a 3-mile walk. Grandscape, 5600 Nebraska Furniture Mart Dr, The Colony 214-540-2425 alz.org

TWICE AS NICE CONSIGNMENT SALE BY NORTH DALLAS MOTHER’S OF MULTIPLES 8:30am-12pm. Over 20,000 BARELY/ gently used, quality finds for infants, toddlers, kids, pre-teens & juniors! $1 admission for non-members. Richardson Civic Center, 411 W. Arapaho Rd, Richardson 941-725-0514 www.ndmotc. org/sale.html

ROCKWALL FARMERS MARKET 8am-12pm. Saturdays through October. Downtown Rockwall, 101 Rusk St, Rockwall, rockwallfarmersmarket.org

FRISCO ROTARY FARMERS MARKET 8am-1pm. Saturdays through Oct 22. 8221 Fourth St, Frisco, friscorotaryfarmersmarket.com

FOUR SEASONS MARKETCAMPBELL 9am-2pm. A family friendly, European style market that mimics the village markets throughout Europe. NTX Event Center, 677 W Campbell Rd, Richardson fourseasonsmarkets.com

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9am-3pm. Crafts, Baked Goods, BBQ and fun activities with 70+ booths of unique handmade arts and crafts, jewelry, clothing and more to support local and outreach missions. First United Methodist Church The Colony, 4901 Paige Rd, The Colony 972-625-1281 fumctc.org/media/ gallery/harvest-craft-bazaar/

Times vary. Come see Dr. Seuss’ bestloved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Runs through 10/23. Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman St, Dallas www.dct.org

DIVERSITY DAY 11am-2pm. Food tastings, recipe demos, children’s activities, live dance & musical performances, plus local vendors to celebrate the different cultures that exist in Rowlett. Rowlett Community Centre, 5300 Main Street, Rowlett 972-463-3946 www.ci.rowlett.tx.us/

PLANO INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL 11am-5pm. The area’s largest cultural event with food, fun and multicultural entertainment for the whole family. There’s also a Children’s Global Village for the kids plus a Fitness and Wellness Fair with free flu shots and health screenings. Admission and parking are free. Haggard Park, 901 E. 15th St, Plano www.planointernationalfestival.org

OLD TIME SATURDAY LSGTPA TRACTOR PULL 12-3pm. Held in conjunction with the Old Time Saturday festival in Farmersville, with teams from throughout the state competing in ten classes of tractor pulling competition. From Youth Class to Super Rod Class tractors, fun for the entire family! Rike Street Park, 100 S Rike St, Farmersville 972-782-6533 www.lsgtpa.com

FAMILY STORY CLASSICS 2-3pm. Listen to a reading of The Runaway Pumpkin and It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown and then make a paper pumpkin garland. Rowlett Public Library, 5702 Rowlett Rd, Rowlett 972-412-6161 www.rowlett.com/library

FAMILY EXPERIMENTS: SPACE 11am-2pm. Discover the mysteries of the universe through fun, hands-on exploration with educators from the Perot Museum. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas www. perotmuseum.org

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THE BIG ORANGE PUMPKIN FARM CELEBRATES 20 YEARS 8am-8pm. Pumpkins, hayrides, a 6-foot hay maze and a petting farm. The Café offers meals and the General Store has gift items, toys, books and more. Runs through 11/23. Preston Trail Farms, 15102 TX-289 (Preston Rd.), Gunter 972-3824995 www.prestontrailfarms.com

AUTUMN AT THE ARBORETUM Celebrate fall with a picnic in the gardens or check out the Pumpkin Village with more than 75,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash. Runs through 11/23. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas 214-414-6615 www. dallasarboretum.org

PATH TO THE PRESIDENCY Fun, interactive exhibit on what it’s like to run for president. Test your handshake, use a real teleprompter and pose for your own campaign poster. Runs through 10/9. George W. Bush Presidential Center, 2943 SMU Boulevard, Dallas 214-2004300 www.bushcenter.org

NORTH DALLAS TOY SHOW 9am-3pm. 50 tables of vintage toys and collectibles including Hot Wheels, Action Figures, Comic Books, and more. $2 (free for kids 11 and younger). Valley View Shopping Mall, 13331 Preston Rd, Suite.1064, Dallas northdallastoyshow.wixsite.com

TARGET FIRST SATURDAY AT NASHER SCULPTURE CENTER 10am-5pm. Free admission and fun family programming on the first Saturday of every month. Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora Street, Dallas 214-242-5100 www.nashersculpturecenter.org

HALL’S PUMPKIN FARM Corn Maze, Hayrides, Pumpkins, Farm Animals, Fun! Admission is free; Corn Maze is $5; Hay Rides $3 Mon-Thurs 3-9pm; Fri 3-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 1-8pm Hall’s Pumpkin Farm, 3420 Hall Johnson Rd, Grapevine www.hallspumpkinfarm.net

SUN 2 FOUR SEASONS MARKET BELT LINE 10am-3pm. Dal-Rich Village, 101 Coit Road, Richardson, fourseasonsmarkets.com

ROLLER COASTER RACE 7:30-9am. Weave around roller coasters on the scenic 10K/5K courses. Free park ticket included with every registration. Six Flags Over Texas, 2201 Road to Six Flags, Arlington 434-951-8572 www. sixflags.com

MON 3 GLOW IN THE DARK STORYTIME 7-8pm. Stories, songs, dancing and illuminated art under the black lights! Wear something white or fluorescent so you will glow. All ages. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano 972-769-4250 www. planolibrary.org

MONARCHS ON THE MOVE 2-4pm. Visit a rooftop garden filled with plants that attract pollinators and butterflies. Get your face painted too. Runs weekdays through 10/27. The Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden at Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, Texas, 214-515-6615 www.dallasarboretum.org

TUE 4 PUPPET SHOWS: GUNNIWOLF 10:30-11:30am. A little girl who ventures too far into the forest meets the jungle Gunniwolf! Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano 972-769-4250 www.planolibrary.org

FUN FALL CRAFTS 11am-12pm. Join us to make fall crafts as we celebrate the season. Come and go. All ages. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy, Plano 972-769-4300 www.planolibrary.org

BEE-BOTS 3:30 -4:30pm. Play with colorful, easy-to-operate, and friendly little robots to learn the basics of computer programming. Free tickets available on a firstcome, first-served basis. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano 972-769-4250 www. planolibrary.org

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 5:30-8pm. Public safety displays and activities, free hot dogs, bounce houses, pony rides, face painting, helicopter landing and fireworks. Olde City Park, 112 S Ballard Ave, Wylie www.wylietexas.gov

TODDLER TUESDAYS AT LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER 10am-5pm. Get discounted admission every Tuesday through December 13. $15 admission includes one adult and up to two toddlers ages 3-4. Free for kids 2 and younger. LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy, Grapevine 877-818-1677 www.legolanddiscoverycenter.com/dallasfw

WED 5 LEGO LEAGUE: BOOOO! BUILD SOMETHING SCARY! 3:30-4:30pm. 1st - 4th graders come to build around a different theme each month. Building on theme is encouraged but not required. Age limits enforced. No parents or younger/older siblings. Space is limited. Registration required. Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd, Bldg 300, Wylie 972-516-6250 www. wylietexas.gov/library

PUPPET SHOWS: GUNNIWOLF 10:30-11:30am. A little girl who ventures too far into the forest meets the jungle Gunniwolf! All ages. Haggard Library, 2501 coit Rd, Plano 972-769-4250 planolibrary.org

STORYTIME AROUND THE WORLD - SPANISH 7-8pm. Enjoy bilingual storytimes featuring rhymes and songs in Spanish. All ages. Harrington Library, 1501 18th Street, Plano 972-941-7175 www.planolibrary.org

COLORING CLUB FOR GROWN UPS 7-8pm. Get creative and de-stress by coloring with a variety of coloring pages, colored pencils and watercolor pencils. Supplies provided. Adults only. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy, Plano 972-769-4300 www.planolibrary.org

THUR 6 FAMILY PLACE PARENT/ CHILD PLAYGROUP 9-10:15am. Spend time together, play, make friends, and talk one-on-one with child development specialists. Registration required in person at Harrington. Ages 0-3 Harrington Library, 1501 18th Street, Plano 972-941-7175 planolibrary.org

CRY BABY MATINEE AT THE ANGELIKA 1:30-3:30pm. Relax and enjoy a film without worrying about unexpected tantrums or feedings in the dark. Baby changing table provided. Regular matinee admission for adults. Children under 5/free! Angelika Theater, 7205 Bishop Road, Suite E6 , Plano angelikafilmcenter.com/plano Don’t forget to tell our advertisers you saw them in Suburban Parent!

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KNOW IT ALL RUSSIAN GRAND BALLET PRESENTS SLEEPING BEAUTY 7-9:30pm. Full-length ballet in Three Acts with Two intermissions featuring majestic sets, Renaissance-inspired costumes, technical brilliance and bravura dancing by outstanding performers. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts, 2351 Performance Dr, Richardson www. eisemanncenter.com/event/i/4860/d/ russian-grand-ballet

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ROCKWALL FARMERS MARKET 8am-12pm. Saturdays through October. Downtown Rockwall, 101 Rusk St, Rockwall, rockwallfarmersmarket.org

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FRI 7 HOLIDAY CRAFT BAZAAR 10am-4pm. Shop beautiful stain glass, one of a kind jewelry, floral arrangement and outdoor art. The Seton Cafe will be open with food and drink throughout the day. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Faith Formation Center, 3100 W. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano 214-336-4468 setonparish. org/holidaybazaar

STORY TIME AT THE INTERURBAN RAILWAY MUSEUM IN PLANO 10:30-11am. Every Friday morning, children take a magical train ride through the tales of professional storyteller Genie Hammel and her sidekick Eugene the Motor Mouse. Aimed at toddlers and preschool children, however kids of all ages are welcome. 901 E. 15th Street, Plano, 972-241-2117 www.planoconservancy.org

ART START 11am-12pm. Stories to inspire your little artist followed by a different hands-on art activity each week. Things may get messy! Smocks and materials provided. Free tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis 30 minutes before the program. Ages 3-6. Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Road, Plano 972769-4200 www.planolibrary.org

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7-9pm. Gates open at 6 pm. Fall concerts run through 10/27. Dallas Arboretum Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, www.dallasarboretum.org

8-10pm. Watch the tale of the exiled Duke of Milan, Prospero, and his daughter, Miranda, who have been abandoned on an island. Performances Wed-Sun thru 10/16. $7-$15. Children 12 and under are free. Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle, Addison, 214-559-2778 www. shakespearedallas.org/plays/shakespeare-in-the-park/

underwater explorers. Join them for adventure, interactive opportunity, and “must-sea” surprises. Verizon Theatre, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie www.octonautsliveus.com

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8am-1pm. Saturdays through Oct 22. 8221 Fourth St, Frisco, friscorotaryfarmersmarket.com 9am-1pm. A charity tug of war tournament benefiting Operation Kindness - North Texas’ largest 100% no-kill animal shelter. $20/participant The Beach at Craig Ranch, 6145 Alma Road, McKinney www.pullforpuppies.com/frisco-tx-2016/

FOUR SEASONS MARKETCAMPBELL 9am-2pm. A family friendly, European style market with farmers, ranchers, and craftsmen that mimics the village markets throughout Europe. NTX Event Center, 677 W Campbell Rd, Richardson fourseasonsmarkets.com

ASPASIANS ART FAIR 9am-5pm. A Rockwall tradition for over 30 years with 200 vendors offering an extensive array of merchandise and foods from jewelry to woodwork to yard art to Kettle Korn. Wilkerson Sanders Memorial Football Stadium, 1435 T.L.Townsend Dr, Rockwall www. aspasians.com

HOLIDAY CRAFT BAZAAR 10am-4pm. Shop beautiful stain glass, one of a kind jewelry, floral arrangement and outdoor art. The Seton Cafe will be open with food and drink throughout the day. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Faith Formation Center, 3100 W. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano 214-336-4468 setonparish. org/holidaybazaar

FRISCO ARTS WALK 3- 9pm. An immersive arts experience with interactive art performances, singing princesses, live statues, street musicians, pop-up food truck park, children’s area and a concert with the Good Question band. HALL Park and Texas Sculpture Garden, 6801 Gaylord Pkwy, Frisco 972810-1028 friscoarts.org/frisco-arts-walk/

STAR WARS ON THE SQUARE 4-10pm. Activities include building light sabers, a trivia contest, Jedi Training, costume contest, free hot dogs

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KNOW IT ALL and more. Then enjoy an outdoor showing of a classic Star Wars movie. Celina Main Street and Historic Square, 302 W. Walnut St, Celina 972-382-2682 www.facebook.com/ CelinaMainStreetSquare

DFW “THE BEST OF EVERYTHING” CONSUMER EXPO 10am-7pm. Featuring the finest consumer products and services in the Metroplex including chocolate, jewelry, fashion, fine art, travel and more. Free Admission. Also runs Sun 10/9 11am-5pm. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 Stemmons Fwy, Dallas www. dfwconsumerexpo.com

AT&T RED RIVER SHOWDOWN One of the greatest rivalries in American sports with a battle between The University of Texas and The University of Oklahoma for bragging rights of the Red River. Cotton Bowl Stadium, 3750 Cotton Bowl Circle, Dallas, www.fairpark.org

SUN 9 FOUR SEASONS MARKET BELT LINE 10am-3pm. Dal-Rich Village, 101 Coit Road, Richardson, fourseasonsmarkets.com

DOKTOR KABOOM 2:30-4:30pm. An interactive science comedy show that blends theatre arts with scientific exploration. Commissioned by the Kennedy Center. $12-$20 Eisemann Center for Performing Arts, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson 972-744-4650 www. eisemanncenter.com

ROPES COURSE ADVENTURE DAY 1-4pm. Individuals and small groups can participate in the Power Pole, Giant’s Ladder, and the Bessie Climbing Tree. Reservations are required. $35/person. Heard Museum, 1 Nature Place, McKinney www.heardmuseum.org

MON 10 LEGO FAMILY BUILD DAY 2-3:45pm. Come show us what you can do with the library’s LEGO and DUPLO. All ages welcome. Children 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd, Bldg 300, Wylie 972-516-6250 www.wylietexas.gov/library

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ROBOTICS: FAMILY FREESTYLE 2-3pm. Build a robot together with LEGO WeDo kits or LEGO EV3 kits! Free tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis 30 minutes before the program. Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Road, Plano 972-769-4200 www.planolibrary.org

MAKE IT, TAKE IT MOVIES: ANGRY BIRDS 2-4pm. Watch the movie while coloring and making your own angry bird! Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy, Plano 972-769-4200 www.planolibrary.org

FIESTA! 7:30-9:30pm. Hear passionate melodies and intoxicating rhythms of some of Spain’s greatest composers. Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts, 2351 Performance Dr, Richardson 972744-4650 www.eisemanncenter.com

TUE 11 NEWCOMER FRIENDS OF GREATER PLANO 0:30am. Hear nationally syndicated cartoonist Bill Hinds’ entertaining stories of his successful career drawing cartoons. Free. SMU-in-Plano, 5228 Tennyson Pkwy, Plano www.newcomerfriends.org

BEE-BOTS 3:30 -4:30pm. Play with colorful, easy-to-operate, and friendly little robots to learn the basics of computer programming. Free tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis 30 minutes before the program. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano 972-7694250 www.planolibrary.org

WED 12 LOVE ON A LEASH 3:30-4:30pm. On the second Wednesday of each month, doggy reading companions listen to a story read by an independent, young reader. Rowlett Public Library, 5702 Rowlett Rd, Rowlett 972 412-6161 www.rowlett.com/library

STORYTIME AROUND THE WORLD - SPANISH 7- 8pm. Enjoy bilingual storytimes featuring rhymes and songs in Spanish. Harrington Library, 1501 18th Street, Plano 972-941-7175 www.planolibrary.org

BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE WEDNESDAY Buy one; get one free admission at Dallas Arboretum. Hours extended today - closing at 8pm to enjoy the garden after dark.

THU 13 FAMILY PLACE PARENT/ CHILD PLAYGROUP 9-10:15am. Spend time together, play, make friends, and talk one-on-one with child development specialists. Registration required in person at Harrington. Ages 0-3 Harrington Library, 1501 18th Street, Plano 972-941-7175 www. planolibrary.org

CRY BABY MATINEE AT THE ANGELIKA 1:30-3:30pm. Regular matinee admission for adults. Children under 5 get in free! Angelika Theater, 7205 Bishop Road, Suite E6 , Plano www.angelikafilmcenter.com/plano/

DOWNTOWN PLANO ART & WINE WALK 5-8pm. A sip and shop event where participants get to sample selected wines at their favorite shops throughout the arts district while enjoying live music and curated art exhibitions. Downtown Plano Arts District, 1010 E. 15th Street, Plano 972-948-5916

COOL THURSDAYS CONCERT SERIES – TURNSTILES (BILLY JOEL TRIBUTE BAND) 7-9pm. Gates open at 6 pm. Fall concerts run through 10/27. Arboretum Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, dallasarboretum.org

FRI 14 LONE STAR STORYTELLING FESTIVAL Nationally renowned professional storytellers and our own Lone Star Storytellers with events happening over two days including Morning Stories, Master Classes, Afternoon Stories, Laughing Night and Autographs. Various prices. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd, Frisco www.lonestarstories.org

STORY TIME AT THE INTERURBAN RAILWAY MUSEUM IN PLANO 10:30-11am. 901 E. 15th Street, Plano, 972-241-2117 www.planoconservancy.org

ART START 11am-12pm. Stories to inspire your little artist followed by a hands-on art activity. Smocks and materials provided. Free tickets available on a first-come, firstserved basis. Ages 3-6. Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Road, Plano 972769-4200 www.planolibrary.org

BIG PUMPKIN HALLOWEEN 11am-12pm. Get in the Halloween Spirit! Watch the Big Pumpkin puppet show,

hear Halloween stories, and trick-ortreat throughout the library. Costumes welcome! All ages Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy, Plano 972-769-4300 www.planolibrary.org

DALLAS FAN DAYS™ 4-9pm. One of the best comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming events in Texas packed with exciting family-friendly activities, celebrity & comic guests, and more! 4-9pm Friday; 10am7pm Sat; and 10am-5pm Sun. $20-$60. Irving Convention Center, 500 W Las Colinas Blvd, Irving 972-247-1369 dallascomiccon.com

BLOOMIN’ BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL AND CHILI COOKOFF 4:30-10pm. Music, Arts & Crafts, a FREE Kidzone, Chili and concessions. Festival also runs Saturday. Farmers Branch Historical Park, 2540 Farmers Branch Lane, Farmers Branch www.bloominbluegrass.com

SAT 15 THE SUPER RUN 5K-DALLAS 8-11am. One of a national series of 5k running events that partners with non-profit organizations to help raise funds and awareness for their cause. Myres Park and Event Center, 7117 Co. Rd. 166, McKinney 856-777-8737 thesuperrun.com

ROCKWALL FARMERS MARKET 8am-12pm. Downtown Rockwall, 101 Rusk St, Rockwall, rockwallfarmersmarket.org

FRISCO ROTARY FARMERS MARKET 8am-1pm. 8221 Fourth St, Frisco, friscorotaryfarmersmarket.com

FOUR SEASONS MARKET CAMPBELL 9am-2pm. NTX Event Center, 677 W Campbell Rd, Richardson fourseasonsmarkets.com

SAFETY FEST 2016 10am-3pm. Free family activities, food trucks and safety education, plus firefighter obstacle course, a car fire demonstration, free child ID kits, and appearances by the Garland Police Department and SWAT team. Garland Fire Administration and Training Facility, 1500 State Hwy 66, Garland 972-7817149 GarlandFire.com

CELINA PARK FESTIVAL 11am. Balloons in the air and on the ground. A steak cook-off, plus amusements, games, inflatables, trains, petting

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KNOW IT ALL zoo, vendors and more. Adults $10; Students $5; Children 5 and under FREE. Old Celina Park, 12670 FM428, Celina 972-460-9440 www.celinaparkfest.com

WHOLE FOODS ADOPTION EVENT 12-4pm. Meet our adoptable dogs! We’re here the 3rd Saturday of every month. Whole Foods Plano, 2201 Preston Rd, Plano www.operationkindness.org

SPOOKY SKELETONS 2-3pm. Kids can attend a workshop about bones and create spooky skeletons with pasta. Rowlett Public Library, 5702 Rowlett Rd, Rowlett 972-412-6161 www.rowlett.com/library

MATT TARDY - STUNT JUGGLER 3-4pm. A high-energy show filled with amazing juggling, contortion, audience participation, unbelievable stunts, and hilarious comedy. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy, Plano 972-2088000 www.planolibrary.org

RICHARDSON PAWTOBERFEST 2016 3-7pm. Food trucks, live music, craft beer, vendors, and more. Come spend quality time with your pup and friends! Huffhines Park, 300 N. Plano Road, Richardson www.cor.net/ pawtoberfest

FAMILY FRIGHT NIGHT HALLOWEEN CAMPOUT 4pm Sat - 9am Sun. Join us for a haunted trail, tent trick or treating, costume and scream contests, scary movie, hayride, campfire, s’mores and great food. Stewart Creek Park, 3700 Sparks Rd, The Colony 972-625-1106 thecolonytx.gov

HAUNT JAUNT 5:15-9pm. A night time Halloween themed 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run hosted by The City of Plano. Amphitheater at Oak Point Park, 2801 E. Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, www.plano.gov/1903/ Haunt-Jaunt-5k

HALLOWEEN AT THE HEARD 6-10pm. Trick or Treat along the eerie Dinosaurs Live! Life-Size Animatronic Dinosaurs trail. Then enjoy a movie on the Heard’s outdoor amphitheater stage, a costume contest, and more. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place, McKinney 972-562-5566 www.heardmuseum.org/halloween

WELLNESS EXPO IN ADDISON 11am-6pm. Over 100 exhibitors featuring products and services for mind, body and spirit. Runs Sunday 10/16 too.

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Addison Conference and Theater Center, 15650 Addison Road, Addison 972-925-9393 wellnessexpo.net/

2016 KOMEN DALLAS RACE FOR THE CURE® 8am-12pm. For people of all ages and fitness levels, from walkers to elite runners. The event also includes the Celebration Walk for thousands of breast cancer survivors and a concert by the Jordan Kahn Music Company. $40 NorthPark Center, 8687 N. Central Expwy, Dallas komen-dallas.org/

SUN 16 FOUR SEASONS MARKET BELT LINE 10am-3pm. Dal-Rich Village, 101 Coit Rd, Richardson, fourseasonsmarkets.com

THIRD SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE 1-4pm. Kids crafts and games, face painting, entertainment, live animals, working blacksmiths, and docent-guided tours. All historic buildings are open to the public free of charge (does not include the museum). Frisco Heritage Center, 6455 Page Street, Frisco 972292-5657 www.friscoheritage.org

MON 17 TUCKER HILL PUMPKINVILLE Tractor-Pulled Hay Ride, Games, Activities & Music, Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Costume Contests, plus more to benefit McKinney Christian Academy. M-Th 10am-2pm, Fri & Sat 9:30am-5:30pm, Sun 1-5pm through 10/31. Admission to the patch and most activities are free. Tucker Hill, McKinney, New Home Community, 2100 State Blvd, McKinney 214-544-7550 www.tuckerhilltx.com

BIG PUMPKIN HALLOWEEN Watch the Big Pumpkin puppet show, hear Halloween stories, and trick-ortreat throughout the library. Costumes welcome! 10:30am at Harrington Library, 1501 18th Street, Plano and 7pm at Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano www.planolibrary.org

TUE 18 BEE-BOTS 3:30 -4:30pm. Play with colorful, easy-to-operate, and friendly little robots to learn the basics of computer programming. Free tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis 30 minutes before the program. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano 972-7694250 www.planolibrary.org

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10:30-11:30am. Watch the Big Pumpkin puppet show, hear Halloween stories, and trick-or-treat throughout the library. Costumes welcome! Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd, Plano, 972-769-4250 www.planolibrary.org

8am-12pm. Downtown Rockwall, 101 Rusk St, Rockwall, rockwallfarmersmarket.org

THUR 20 FAMILY PLACE PARENT/ CHILD PLAYGROUP 9-10:15am. Spend time together, play, make friends, and talk one-on-one with child development specialists. Registration required in person. Ages 0-3 Harrington Library, 1501 18th St, Plano 972-941-7175 www.planolibrary.org

LUCKY DUCK KIDS CLUB 11am-12:30pm. Craft activities, fun, and entertainment designed for children 2-6 years old. October theme: Pumpkin Jack. Free Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm, 970 Garden Park Dr, Allen, 972-747-8000 watterscreek.com

CRY BABY MATINEE AT THE ANGELIKA 1:30-3:30pm. Relax and enjoy a film without worrying about unexpected tantrums or feedings in the dark. Baby changing table provided. Regular matinee admission for adults. Children under 5 get in free! Angelika Theater, 7205 Bishop Road, Suite E6 , Plano www.angelikafilmcenter.com/plano

FRI 21 STORY TIME AT THE INTERURBAN RAILWAY MUSEUM IN PLANO 10:30-11am. Children take a magical train ride through the tales of professional storyteller Genie Hammel and her sidekick Eugene the Motor Mouse. 901 E. 15th Street, Plano, 972-241-2117 www.planoconservancy.org

ABUNDANCE 2-Day Women’s Event Exploring Sufficiency and Generosity of Christ with women from all walks of life. Dr Pepper Arena, 2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco 800-254-2022 www.lifeway.com

FRISCO ROTARY FARMERS MARKET 8am-1pm. 8221 Fourth St, Frisco, friscorotaryfarmersmarket.com

FOUR SEASONS MARKETCAMPBELL 9am-2pm. NTX Event Center, 677 W Campbell Rd, Richardson fourseasonsmarkets.com

LEGENDS OF MCKINNEY GHOST WALKS 6-10pm. Walk throughout Chestnut Square Historic Village and downtown McKinney Square for a paranormal experience. $15 in advance; $20 night of Walk. 12 and under $5. Next walk is Oct 29. 972-562-8790 www.chestnutsquare.org . See ad in this issue.

GRACE AVE UMC FALL CRAFT FAIR/HOLIDAY BAZAAR 9am-4pm. In conjunction with the Pumpkin Patch, find Christmas crafts, hand crafted jewelry, home decor, gourmet foods, glass art and more. Find the perfect Christmas gift. Grace Avenue UMC, 3521 W Main St, Frisco 972-335-2882 www.pumpkinsontheprairie.org/bazaar.html

ST FRANCIS OF ASSISSI CRAFT FAIR 9am-4pm. Shop for gifts for teachers, grandparents, and children of all ages. St Francis of Assisi, 8000 El Dorado Pkwy, Frisco www.laxholidaybazaar.com

HUFFHINES ART TRAILS 10am-6pm. An arts and crafts show nestled in the trees of the park! Find a variety of Contemporary Crafts, Traditional Crafts, and Art. There’s also a live entertainment stage plus a scavenger hunt for the kids. Huffhines Park, 1500 Apollo Rd, Richardson www. huffhinesarttrails.com

SACHSE FALLFEST 10am-6pm. Over 100 arts and crafts vendors, plus food, contests, games and live music. Heritage Park, 4408 Hudson Pkwy, Sachse 972-496-1212 www.sachsefallfest.com

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11am-4pm. Watch stage mock gunfights, take a stage coach ride, watch working blacksmiths, enjoy musical entertainment, armadillo races, a petting zoo, pony rides, food trucks, an old time Western photo booth and more. $5.00 per person admission. Heritage Center, 6455 Page Street, Frisco 972-292-5657 www.friscoheritage.org

25TH AMERICAN GIRL FASHION SHOW 11:30am & 3pm. A fun-filled afternoon for girls and their favorite dolls with a colorful presentation of historic and contemporary fashions inspired by the American Girl® collection. Runs Sat and Sun. Westin Stonebriar, 1549 Legacy Dr, Frisco 972-769-0557 www.jlcollincounty. org/?page=AmericanGirlFS

KIDS ULTIMATE FITNESS CHALLENGE - DALLAS 10am-6pm. The nation’s largest mobile fitness event dedicated to helping keep kids healthy and active. University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Rd, Richardson www.allstaractive.comKids

FOOD TO FEAR 2-3pm. Sample scary looking treats that are actually yummy, if you dare! Rowlett Public Library, 5702 Rowlett Rd, Rowlett 972-412-6161 www.rowlett.com/library

BIG PUMPKIN HALLOWEEN 3-4pm. Watch the Big Pumpkin puppet show, hear Halloween stories, and trickor-treat throughout the library. Costumes welcome! Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy, Plano 972-208-8000 www. planolibrary.org

WIPE OUT KIDS’ CANCER SPOOKTACULAR SPRINT 8am. 1 Mile Fun Run and 5K to raise awareness and funding for pediatric cancer research. Family friendly. Wear your costume! Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Pkwy, Grand Prairie www. wokc.org/event/run-for-the-children/

SUN 23 FOUR SEASONS MARKET BELT LINE 10am-3pm. Dal-Rich Village, 101 Coit Road, Richardson, fourseasonsmarkets.com

HUFFHINES ART TRAILS 10am-6pm. An arts and crafts show nestled in the trees of the park! Find a variety of Contemporary Crafts, Traditional Crafts,

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11:30am & 3pm. A fun-filled afternoon for girls and their favorite dolls with a colorful presentation of historic and contemporary fashions inspired by the American Girl® collection. Westin Stonebriar, 1549 Legacy Dr, Frisco 972-769-0557 www.jlcollincounty. org/?page=AmericanGirlFS

TUE 25 BIG PUMPKIN HALLOWEEN 10:30-11:30am. Watch the Big Pumpkin puppet show, hear Halloween stories, and trick-or-treat throughout the library. Costumes welcome! Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Road, Plano 972769-4200 www.planolibrary.org

WED 26 BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE WEDNESDAY Buy one; get one free admission at Dallas Arboretum.

HALF PRICE WEDNESDAYS AT THE ZOO 10am-4pm. Every Wednesday year round at the Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth, www. fortworthzoo.org

THUR 27 FAMILY PLACE PARENT/CHILD PLAYGROUP 9-10:15am. Spend time together, play, make friends, and talk one-on-one with child development specialists. Registration required in person. Ages 0-3 Harrington Library, 1501 18th Street, Plano 972-941-7175 www.planolibrary.org

BOO ON BALLARD 6-8pm. The downtown streets are transformed into a Halloween Wonderland featuring trick-or-treating, live music, and carnival games. Free, good, safe, convenient, community fun. Historic Downtown Wylie, Ballard Ave, Wylie 972-442-5515 www.discoverwylie.com

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MOTHER/DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB 6:30-7:30pm. Join mothers and daughters in grades 3 to 5 who love reading and sharing books voted upon by the group. Barnes and Noble Plano/Creekwalk Village, 801 West 15th St, Suite E, Plano stores.barnesandnoble.com/ event/9780061809662-1

FRI 28 STORY TIME AT THE INTERURBAN RAILWAY MUSEUM IN PLANO 10:30-11am. Children take a magical train ride through the tales of professional storyteller Genie Hammel and her sidekick Eugene the Motor Mouse. 901 E. 15th Street, Plano, 972-241-2117 www. planoconservancy.org

BOO AT THE ZOO 10am-5pm. Halloween-themed entertainment throughout the Zoo including a Wild Wonders animal show, a pumpkin patch, and costume parade. Runs through 10/30. Free with zoo admission. Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Pkwy, Fort Worth www.fortworthzoo.org

SAT 29 ALL SOULS REMEMBRANCE RUN AND FALL FESTIVAL 7am-10pm. A 1K Fun Run & a 5K chip timed run. Stay afterward & enjoy food, games, vendors, raffle and door prizes, book sale, craft show, obstacle course, inflatables, Trunk or Treating, and live entertainment on two stages. St. Mark Catholic School, 1201 Alma Dr, Plano www.allsoulsrun.com

ROCKWALL FARMERS MARKET 8am-12pm. Downtown Rockwall, 101 Rusk St, Rockwall, rockwallfarmersmarket.org

FOUR SEASONS MARKET CAMPBELL 9am-2pm. NTX Event Center, 677 W Campbell Rd, Richardson fourseasonsmarkets.com

A SPOOKTACULAR EVENT 11am-4pm. FREE fun family event featuring merchandise from local vendors, services, food and more! Plus a

Pet Costume Contest, kid’s area with crafts and trick or treating for both kids and pets! First Christian Church Rowlett, 7301 Miller Rd, Rowlett www. eventbrite.com/e/a-spooktacularevent-tickets-26258926155?aff=es2

RISE FEST SPORTOWEEN 6-9pm. 100,000 square feet of family friendly fun including a costume contest, carved or painted pumpkin contest, bounce houses, face painting, games, prizes and more. 2922 S. Goliad (S. Hwy 205), Rockwall 972-772-9061 www. riserockwall.com. See ad in this issue.

CASA OF TARRANT COUNTY’S 3RD ANNUAL SUPERHERO RUN/WALK 7am. A family-friendly 5K and 1 mile Fun Run to support abused and neglected children in foster care. Wear your mask, cape or costume. There will be a shopping and food area, Halloween candy, canine superheroes, a kid zone and more. Levitt Pavilion, 100 W. Abram St, Arlington speakupforachild.org. See ad in this issue.

TRICK OR TREAT THE SQUARE 1-4pm. Wear your best costume & trick or treat at your favorite restaurants, shops & businesses. Enjoy a petting zoo, face painters, balloon artists, horse drawn wagon rides, a pooch parade/ costume contest & dog adoptions. Frisco Square, 8874 Coleman Blvd, Frisco www.friscosquare.com/trickortreat/

SPOOKY SYMPHONY 3-5pm. A fun-filled afternoon with the Plano Symphony with “Halloween-themed” music and special pre-concert activities. Costumes encouraged! Charles W. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr, Plano www. planosymphony.org

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MINI PUMPKIN DECORATING 2-3pm. Accessorize a mini pumpkin of your very own to take home. Embellishments like feathers, stickers, and googly eyes will be provided. Rowlett Public Library, 5702 Rowlett Rd, Rowlett 972-412-6161 www.rowlett. com/library

LEGENDS OF MCKINNEY GHOST WALKS 6-10pm. Walk throughout Chestnut Square Historic Village and downtown McKinney Square for a paranormal experience. $15 in advance; $20 night of Walk. 12 and under $5. 972-5628790 www.chestnutsquare.org. See ad in this issue.

FAMILY FUN WEEKEND – DALLAS ARBORETUM 9am-5pm. Trick or treating, face-painting, Kindermusik and a petting zoo. Bring your own trick or treating bags. Runs through 10/30. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road , Dallas 214-515-6615 www. dallasarboretum.org

SUN 30 FOUR SEASONS MARKET BELT LINE 10am-3pm. Dal-Rich Village, 101 Coit Road, Richardson, fourseasonsmarkets.com

SAVE THE DATE... NOV 5 FESTIVAL AT THE SWITCHYARD 11am-10pm. Great food, music, children’s entertainment and more in Historic Downtown Carrollton. Rain or Shine. Free. Off I-35 at Belt Line Rd. www.carrolltonfestival.com.

NOV 12 OPEN HOUSE AT ELDORADO MONTESSORI 10am-2pm. 11600 Teel Pkwy, Frisco 972-334-9444 www.eldoradomontessori.com. See ad in this issue.

DEC 3 JINGLE BELL RUN 3pm. Join us for festivities and a 5K Run to support the Arthritis Foundation. Panther Island, 395 Purcey St, Fort Worth. Register at jbr.org/FortWorth. 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.

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

Source: .jokes4us.com

WHAT DO YOU CALL A PAINTING BY A CAT?

DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THE ARTIST WHO DIED? TOO MANY STROKES

WHERE DOES A COW HANG HIS PAINTINGS? IN A MOOOOSEUM

A PAW-TRAIT Go to a fall festival or

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… TOGETHER LET US EXPLORE THE STARS, CONQUER THE DESERTS, ERADICATE DISEASE, TAP THE OCEAN DEPTHS, AND ENCOURAGE THE ARTS AND COMMERCE.

Ah, October.

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Embrace the changing season with these simple things... • Open the windows and let in some fresh air • Visit a farmers market

— JOHN F. KENNEDY

• Visit a Museum • Run a race • Knit a scarf (knitting relieves stress)

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• Bake a pie (and give to a neighbor) • Sip some warm apple cider

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LOL WITH JAMES ESTES!

GOTTA LOVE ‘EM As I read a book about nature to my 4 year old son, I noticed he wasn’t paying attention. He gazed dreamily in the distance, pondering who knows what mysteries of life. He is such a thinker. Maybe he was wondering how birds fly? What clouds are made of? My typically generous “mom” thoughts were interrupted when he turned to me and asked, “Mommy, is SpongeBob SquarePants a boy or a girl?” — H.W., Irving

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WHOLESOME ENDING { A POT OF OCTOBER BEANS }

t’s time for some good’ol-fashioned October beans, also called “shell” or “speckled cranberry” beans. You may want to keep this pot of beans super healthy by not adding salt pork or ham hocks. October beans are readily available (in October) in stores and farmers markets as dried, shell beans. Time is the most important ingredient in preparing a pot full of nutritious October beans. It’s a simple process. So let’s go step by step.

STEP 1

Preparing the Beans! In a colander, sort through the dried beans and remove any rocks and debris; rinse the beans thoroughly. Drain and place the beans in a large cooking pot.

STEP 2

Fill your large cooking pot with cold tap water; should be 2 inches above the beans. Cover the pot and cook the beans on the stove at medium-high heat until the water is boiling rapidly. Turn off the burner; remove the pot from the heat, and leave the beans to soak for one hour. suburban parent MONTH 2015

Uncover the pot and remove any floating beans. Pour beans into the colander and rinse them, again, with cold water. Before replacing the beans make sure to rinse the cooking pot.

STEP 4

With the beans in the pot, add enough water and/or chicken broth so that the liquid is 2 inches above the beans. You can also peel and chop onions and slice celery, and add them to the beans. Flavor the beans with pepper and other seasonings of your choice; do not add salt yet (very important.)

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Cooking the Beans! Place the pot on the stove and bring the water to rapid boil at medium-high heat. Turn the heat to low and simmer the beans from one to two hours until they are tender, adding salt during the final 10 minutes of cooking time. Turn off the burner and let the beans cool until they are ready to serve.

Serving Size 1 Cup Cooked 1 199

Calories 1g 0g

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- 1/2 medium onion - 1 rib of celery - Chicken stock (optional)

- A 16-oz. bag of dried beans yields 12 to 13 1/4 cups. - A trick of the trade! Cooking beans in hard water will toughen them; if you add a pinch of baking soda it will soften the water and the beans.

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