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Contents Letter From the Publisher P. 4 PB Picks - Health and Fitness P. 6 Fitness for Kids Who Don't Like Sports P. 8 Community News: FPL’S Manatee Lagoon's Manatee Fest 2022 P. 12 Community News: Dinosaurs Around the World at McKee Botanical Gardens P. 14 Community News: New Earth Matters Exhibit at Cox Science Center P.17 School Spotlight P. 18-20 Top Questions to Ask When Touring A Perspective School P. 21 "Better -for-You" Family Favorites for a Healthier Routine P.22 Events and Things to Do P. 26

ON THE COVER January 2012 we published the very first issue of PB Parenting. 2022 we are celebrating 10 years of publishing! We could not reach this milestone without our staff, advertisers, and readers!

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Letter From The Publisher Greetings, Happy New Year! 2022 is here. As unbelievable that a year has flown by, even more incredible is a decade has passed by. Ten years ago, I published the first issue of PB Parenting Magazine.

I started the publication shortly after moving to the area in 2011. I was looking for places and things to do with my 18-monthold daughter.

Our first issue January 2012

My right-hand and Associate Publisher, Jennifer Preville, joined us during our 6th issue.

Jen joining the team was essential and key to our growth over the years.

She and I have worked seamlessly on each issue since she has joined the team. I am thankful for her dedication and commitment over the years, as I could not have put this publication each month without her.

A lot has changed from our first issues; our babies have grown bigger and have started middle school. PB Parenting has continued to grow over the years and even evolved into the digital resource you see today.

We could not do any of this without staff, advertisers, and readers like you. Your support and feedback over the years have been invaluable! We look forward to continuing to be your local parenting resource.

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Fitness for Kids Who Don't Like Sports Team sports can boost kids' self-esteem, coordination, and general fitness, and help them learn how to work with other kids and adults.

But some kids aren't natural athletes, and they may tell parents — directly or indirectly — that they just don't like sports. What then?

might frustrate them or make them nervous.

What you can do: Practice with your child at home.

Whether it's shooting baskets, playing catch, or going for a jog together, you'll give your child an opportunity to build skills and fitness in a safe environment. Your child can try — and, possibly, Why Some Kids Don't Like Teams: Not every child fail — new things without the self-consciousness of has to join a team, and with enough other activities, being around peers. And you're also getting a good kids can be fit without them. But try to find out why dose of quality together time. your child isn't interested. You might be able to help Coach or League Is Too Competitive: A kid who's address deeper concerns or steer your child toward already a reluctant athlete might feel extra-nervous something else. Tell your child that you'd like to when the coach barks out orders or the league work on a solution together. This might mean focuses heavily on winning. making changes and sticking with the team sport What you can do: Investigate sports programs or finding a new activity to try. before signing your child up for one. Talk with Here are some reasons why sports might be a coaches and other parents about the philosophy. turnoff for kids: Some athletic associations, like the YMCA, have noncompetitive leagues. In some programs, they Still Developing Basic Skills: Though many sports don't even keep score. programs are available for preschoolers, it's not until As kids get older, they can handle more competitive about age 6 or 7 that most kids have the physical skills, the attention span, and the ability to grasp the aspects such as keeping score and keeping track of wins and losses for the season. Some kids may rules needed to play organized sports. be motivated by competitive play, but most aren't Kids who haven't had much practice in a specific ready for the increased pressure until they're 11 sport might need time to reliably perform necessary or 12 years old. Remember that even in more skills such as kicking a soccer ball on the run or competitive leagues, the atmosphere should remain hitting a baseball thrown from the pitcher's mound. positive and supportive for all the participants.

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Stage Fright: Kids who aren't natural athletes or are a little shy might be uncomfortable with the pressure of being on a team. More self-conscious kids also might worry about letting their parents, coaches, or teammates down. This is especially true if a child is still working on basic skills and if the league is very competitive.

and find an activity that might be a good match.

Some kids are afraid of the ball, so they don't like softball or volleyball but may enjoy an activity like running. If your child is overweight, he or she might lack the endurance to run, but might enjoy a sport like swimming. A child who's too small for the basketball team may enjoy gymnastics or wrestling.

What you can do: Keep your expectations realistic — most kids don't become Olympic medalists or get sports scholarships. Let your child know the goal is to be fit and have fun. If the coach or league doesn't agree, it's probably time to look for something new.

Remember that some kids will prefer sports that focus on individual performance rather than teamwork. The goal is to prevent your child from feeling frustrated, wanting to quit, and being turned off from sports and physical activity altogether.

Still Shopping for a Sport: Some kids haven't found the right sport. Maybe a child who doesn't have the hand-eye coordination for baseball has the drive and the build to be a swimmer, a runner, or a cyclist. The idea of an individual sport also can be more appealing to some kids who like to go it alone.

Try to address your child's concerns. By being understanding and providing a supportive environment, you'll help foster success in whatever activity your child chooses.

What you can do: Be open to your child's interests in other sports or activities. That can be tough if, for instance, you just loved basketball and wanted to continue the legacy. But by exploring other options, you give your child a chance to get invested in something he or she truly enjoys.

Other Barriers: Different kids mature at different rates, so expect a wide range of heights, weights, and athletic abilities among kids of the same age group. A child who's much bigger or smaller than other kids of the same age — or less coordinated or not as strong — may feel self-conscious and uncomfortable competing with them.

Fitness Outside of Team Sports Even kids who once said they hated sports might learn to like team sports as their skills improve or they find the right sport or a league. But even if team sports never thrill your child, there's plenty a kid can do to get the recommended 60 minutes or more of physical activity each day.

Free play can be very important for kids who don't play a team sport. What's free play? It's the activity kids get when they're left to their own devices, like shooting hoops, riding bikes, playing whiffleball, playing tag, jumping rope, or dancing.

Kids might also enjoy individual sports or other organized activities that can boost fitness, such as: • swimming Kids also might be afraid of getting injured or • horseback riding worried that they can't keep up. Kids who are • dance classes overweight might be reluctant to participate in a • inline skating sport, for example, while a child with asthma might • cycling feel more comfortable with sports that require • cheerleading short outputs of energy, like baseball, football, • skateboarding gymnastics, golf, and shorter track and field events. • hiking • golf What you can do: Give some honest thought to • tennis your child's strengths, abilities, and temperament, • fencing 10 January 2022| PB Parenting |

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Supporting Your Kid's Choices Even if the going's tough, work with your child to find something active that he or she likes.

Try to remain open-minded. Maybe your child is interested in an activity that is not offered at school. If your daughter wants to try flag football or ice hockey, for example, help her find a local league or talk to school officials about starting up a new team.

You'll need to be patient if your child has difficulty choosing and sticking to an activity. It often takes several tries before kids find one that feels like the right fit. But when something clicks, you'll be glad you invested the time and effort. For your child, it's one big step toward developing active habits that can last a lifetime.

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Community News

MANATEEFEST 2022

Celebrate Manatee Lagoon's sixth anniversary at ManateeFest 2022 on Saturday, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Manatee Lagoon.

This FREE event is an annual celebration where visitors can come explore the wonders of manatees, the Lake Worth Lagoon and environmental conservation. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, ManateeFest will be hosted both in-person and virtually (including a virtual storefront) - it's sure to be a day that your entire family will remember!

Plan your visit for a day full of free familyfriendly festivities!

• FREE admission • FREE face painting • KidsFunZone featuring a beach cleanup and Recycling Relay Race, where you test your recycling skills • Play games, color, and have your photo taken with Mia the Mascot and friends in the new Mascot zone • Conservation Pledge Station • Enjoy live music and the ambiance of a tropical atmosphere with picturesque views of Lake Worth Lagoon in one of the waterfront relaxation stations • Dine at one of the food vendors

• Shop at one of the many arts and crafts vendors • Visit one of the environmental exhibitors • Complimentary parking Virtual Storefront Support local and small businesses by taking a virtual stroll through our ManateeFest storefront during the event weekend from 8 a.m. on Saturday, March through midnight on Sunday, March 27. The virtual storefront will feature the curated lineup of environmental and marinethemed vendors and exhibitors, which are the same ones featured at the in-person event.

Virtual and In-Person Photo Booth Join in on all the ManateeFest fun either in-person or virtually! Snap a free photo and customize it with fun backgrounds and stickers, then share it on your social media pages. Don't forget to tag us @ ManateeLagoon - your virtual photo will be added to the ManateeFest 2022 collage Virtual Manatee Trivia Games Test your family's knowledge of manatees and Lake Worth Lagoon right at home! Trivia games will be featured during ManateeFest from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Community News DINOSAURS AROUND THE WORLD: THE GREAT OUTDOORS EXHIBITION IS ON DISPLAY NOW THROUGH MAY 1, 2022 AT MCKEE BOTANICAL GARDEN Embark on a globetrotting expedition around the world to discover the Age of Reptiles!

McKee Botanical Garden presents Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors from Saturday, November 20, 2021 through Sunday, May 1, 2022. In this specially constructed outdoor version of the popular Dinosaurs Around the World exhibition,

visitors will be whisked back in time on a dinosaur adventure and a tour of an Earth that’s very different from the one we inhabit today. Travel back to the time before the continents as we know them existed, when arid deserts covered Brazil and polar darkness

Saturday, January 29, 2022 10am-4pm Boynton Beach Amphitheatre in Centennial Park

• Princess and Superheroes Costume Parade (Dress up as your favorite character) • Face Painting • Live Music • Food Trucks • Games • Meet our local heroes (Police and Firefighters) • Meet and Greet with Superhero and Princess Characters

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was the norm in Australia! With advanced animatronics, a multi-layered narrative, cutting-edge research, in an outdoor environment surrounded by nature, you’ll experience the Age of Reptiles brought back to life!

bony-crested Oviraptor from Mongolia!

Dr. Gregory M. Erickson, a world-renowned dinosaur paleontologist, is the Senior Scientific Advisor for Dinosaurs Around the World. Dr. Erickson received his Ph. D. from the University of California, Berkeley and conducted post-doctoral research at Stanford Dinosaurs Around the World invites you to University and Brown University before the supercontinent of Pangea to discover how joining the faculty at Florida State University plate tectonics, land bridges, and volcanic in Tallahassee. Dr. Erickson’s research activity allowed dinosaurs to disperse to all focuses primarily on dinosaur growth, life corners of the globe, giving each of today’s history and feeding biomechanics. He has continents its own unique selection of these also participated in over forty expeditions, giant reptiles. During their 172 million-year including trips to the Gobi Desert of reign, dinosaurs adapted into a variety of Mongolia, Romania, and the Alaskan forms due to the different environmental Arctic. Dr. Erickson is working with Imagine conditions each continent possessed. The Exhibitions as an advisor, writer, and editor exhibition includes 10 animatronics such as of the paleontology copy for the Company’s the mighty T. rex of North America, the biDinosaurs Around the World exhibition. pedal predator Herrerasaurus, one of the first dinosaurs to appear on Earth, and the bizarre,

“Dinosaurs Around the World will transport visitors back in time to the unrecognizable landscape of Pangea in a playful and educational way,” said Tom Zaller, President & CEO of Imagine Exhibitions. “I am proud of all that our team at Imagine Exhibitions has accomplished with our partners to achieve that goal.”

Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors is open daily to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm for a limited engagement through May 1, 2022. The last admission ticket is sold at 4:00 pm and the Children’s Garden closes at 4:30 pm. Tickets are available to purchase at McKee Botanical Garden and https:// mckeegarden.org.

nurture and enhance a historic garden in a unique tropical setting for the education, enjoyment and enrichment of all. McKee Botanical Garden is located at 350 US Highway 1 in Vero Beach.

About Imagine Exhibitions Admission: $15 Adults, $13 Seniors (65+)/Youth Imagine Exhibitions is currently producing over 40 unique exhibitions globally in museums, (13-17), $10 Children (2-12). McKee members science centers, zoos, integrated resorts, and and children under 2 free. non-traditional venues, with millions of people around the world visiting our exhibitions each About McKee Botanical Garden year. In addition to developing successful McKee Botanical Garden is a 501(c) (3) traveling exhibitions, Imagine Exhibitions nonprofit organization whose mission is to designs, opens, and operates permanent installations and venues, and consults on building, expanding, and directing museums and attractions. With decades of diverse experience in the museum and entertainment industries, Imagine Exhibitions consistently develops exhibitions that educate and excite while exceeding attendance goals. For more information, visit www.ImagineExhibitions.com or find us on Facebook.

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Community News NEW Earth Matters Exhibit at Cox Science Center and Aquarium Rethink the future with our latest traveling exhibition, Earth Matters! Presented by VoLo Foundation, this thought-provoking and interactive exhibit takes visitors on an inspirational journey through five immersive zones that teach curious minds the importance of creating a sustainable future in a fun and engaging way. Solve complex challenges, push your ideas to new heights, and discover how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on the world around you.

Created by Scitech and Imagine Exhibitions, this exhibit encourages guests to use problem-solving skills and inspires students to protect Earth’s most important natural assets as a means to protect

biodiversity. Each zone is designed to help visitors understand at-risk ecosystems, ways to renew declining habitats such as coral reefs, and how to implement changes right in your backyard.

For general information on Science Center exhibits and programs, visit www.CoxScienceCenter. org or call 561.832.1988. Cox Science Center and Aquarium is located at 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405.

ON DISPLAY NOW UNTIL MAY 1, 2022

Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors invites you to the supercontinent of Pangea to discover how plate tectonics, land bridges, and volcanic activity allowed dinosaurs to disperse to all corners of the globe. This exhibit features 10 animatronic sculptures surrounded by nature. Be transported back in time to experience and encounter dinosaurs such as the mighty T. rex of North America; the bi-pedal predator Herrerasaurus, one of the first dinosaurs to appear on Earth; and the bizarre, bony-crested Oviraptor from Mongolia.

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School Spotlight PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool has served the families of Palm Beach Gardens since 1997. We provide a safe, nurturing environment where children learn, grow and thrive. Our Links to Learning curriculum prepares children for elementary school and beyond by developing important academic, social and emotional skills. Our teachers help each child discover a fascinating world of learning and play.

We proudly serve infants through Pre-K and offer after school and camp programs for older students. 3932 RCA Blvd. Suite 3201, Palm Beach Gardens. For more information visit PalmBeach.ChesterbrookAcademy. com or call 877-959-3740.

When K-8 students walk onto the campus of Gardens School of Technology Arts, they enter a world of unique opportunities, creative processes and out-of-the-box learning. Gardens SOTA operates with 18 January 2022| PB Parenting |

a mission to provide diverse tools in a cooperative learning setting that fosters creativity and problem solving throughout the school day. Gardens SOTA is a HighPerforming, tuition-free public charter school in Palm Beach Gardens offering classes for Kindergarten through 8th Grade. We invite you to visit us at www.mysota.net for more information and to submit your child's application for the 2022-23 school year. To reach by phone call 561-290-7661. OPEN HOUSE DATES: 1/19, 2/23, 3/30 from 5:006:00pm.

As part of the Posnack School Network, Meyer Prep students learn on a world-class campus featuring 3 state-of-the-art Innovation Labs, International Baccalaureate Middle School, rigorous secular and Judaic curricula, and outstanding extracurricular programming. Meyer Prep is excited to offer Junior Kindergarten to students who are 4 years old by September 1. Meyer graduates are accepted to their competitive high school programs of choice, prepared with the critical thinking skills, Jewish values, and confidence

Submit an application for the upcoming school year at www.mysota.net/enroll

(561) 290-7661 www.mysota.net @sotacharters The hallmark of GSOTA’s charter program is our K-8 Technology Course Schedule with instruction at all grade levels in: • Coding/Programming (includes robotics, game design, raspberry pi, etc.)

• Digital Art (includes digital drawing, animation, 3D design, web design, etc.)

• Maker Innovation (includes 3D printing, engineering, resourceful design, etc.)

Delving into these domains equips our students with resources for future success in the Digital Age workplace.

2022 OPEN HOUSE DATES: January 19 February 23 March 30 5:00 - 6:00 PM

At GSOTA, learning is more than the attainment of knowledge; it is a journey of discovery, application, and conversion of information into effective, meaningful life skills and practices. We provide: • Rich and comprehensive academics in an innovative setting with balanced preparation for standardized tests.

• Development of personal accountability, social aptitude, empathy, positivity, resilience and self-efficacy.

• Attention to social-emotional wellness and mindfulness as part of whole-child development.

• Inclusiveness and participation with each student as a unique and important component of the community.

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• State-of-the-art campus features inspired learning spaces and advanced technology

• 100% of graduates are accepted to their first-choice competitive high schools

• One-to-one tablet or laptop device provided for each lower school student

• Meyer Prep offers a full Judaic Studies curriculum based on the study of Torah and classical Jewish sources, as well as modern Hebrew Language instruction

• Advanced IB courses for high school credit • Low student-to-teacher ratio • 3 high-tech STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) labs where all grades learn coding, robotics, 3D printing, engineering, and design • Specials and electives, such as music, art, drama, innovation lab, yoga mindfulness, movement, media production

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to lead throughout life. Meyer Prep's legacy of excellence will extend through 12th grade with the future establishment of Meyer Prep High School in 2024! 5225 Hood Rd., Palm Beach Gardens. For more information visit www.

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accepted. Instilling a lifetime love of learning, Sunlight Christian Academy offers a spiritual & academic foundation, highly qualified instructors, cultural enrichment program, cameras in every classroom, a loving schoolaged afterschool program as well as summer camp. 1325 N A Street in Lake Worth. For At Pine Crest, we believe more information call 561-585-6623 or in educating a generation visit www.scalw.org. of emotionally intelligent and intellectually inspired students who are prepared to change the world. Founded in 1934, the School remains dedicated to tradition while being inspired by innovation, the modernization of education, and the importance of 21st-century learning skills.

Chesterbrook Academy: Sat. Jan 22 • 10 AM Our Boca Raton campus serves students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight Garden School of Technology Arts who then attend Upper School on our Fort Jan. 19, Feb. 23, and March 10 • 5 PM -6 PM Lauderdale campus. For more information, visit www.pinecrest.edu or call 954-492-4103. Meyer Prep - Virtual tours are available anytime on their website.

Pine Crest - On Campus and Virtual Campus tours are available by appointment.

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Sunlight Christian Academy - On Campus tours available by calling to set up the best time.

Top Questions To Ask When Touring (Or Virtually Touring) A Perspective School 1. What is your average class size and teacher to student ratio?

2. What is your school’s philosophy and mission and how is that incorporated into the school day?

3. What is your homework policy?

4. What extracurricular activities does your school offer? Sports? Club? Community Service?

5. How is technology integrated into the classroom and curriculum?

6. What specialty classes do you offer?

7. What foreign languages do you offer?

8. Do you have a gifted program?

9. How does your school differentiate learning?

10. What is your approach for dealing with behavioral issues?

11. What are your teachers’ qualifications and what professional development opportunities do you offer them?

12. What kind of students are you looking for?

13. How much is tuition? Is financial aid or scholarships offered?

14. Do you have before or aftercare?

15. What options are there for students to be transported to and from school?

16. How engaged are your parents?

17. What type of communications do you provide?

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"Better-forYou" Family Favorites for a Healthier Routine Taking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small yet consistent choices that help you and your family through transitions at school, the office or wherever your days take you. To help you establish (or reestablish) healthy habits during mealtime and beyond, consider these tips.

advantage of outdoor exercise, which is a good way to soak in vitamin D to improve your mood and boost immunity. Going for a brisk walk after mealtime (solo or with your pet), jogging and even raking leaves are examples of activities that count toward the American Heart Association’s recommended 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week.

Eat Meals Together - “Making time for meals together as a family provides a chance to connect and decompress,” said Bridget Wojciak, director of nutrition at Kroger Health, a national sponsor of the American Heart Association’s Healthy for Good initiative. “In fact, regular meals at home can help reduce stress, boost self-esteem and improve feelings of connection.” Bring everyone together with a better-for-you seasonal favorite like Turkey and Bean Tostadas.

Visit heart.org/healthyforgood to download more heart-healthy recipes and find more tips for a healthier you in mind, body and heart.

Make Time for Yourself - Chronic stress can have a negative impact on mental and physical health, but turning lost moments – like a meal by yourself spent mindlessly scrolling through social media – into mindful moments can help. Try practicing gratitude at the table by thinking of three things you’re grateful for or putting your fork down between each bite to savor the flavor and consider the nourishment you’re receiving.

Enjoy the Cooler Temperatures - Cooler temperatures can make it more enjoyable to take 22 January 2022| PB Parenting |

Tuna Pasta Casserole: Servings: 4 • 4 ounces dried whole-wheat rotini pasta (about 1 1/2 cups) • nonstick cooking spray • 16 ounces frozen mixed vegetables, thawed • 1 pouch (11 ounces) low-sodium chunk light tuna • 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) low-fat, low-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup • 1/2 cup chopped roasted red bell peppers • 1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half • 1 teaspoon all-purpose, salt-free seasoning blend • 3/4 cup crushed low-sodium, whole-grain crackers • 1/4 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese Prepare pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Using colander, drain well. Transfer to large bowl.

Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly spray 2-quart glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Stir mixed vegetables, tuna, soup, roasted peppers, half-and-half and seasoning blend into pasta until combined. Transfer to baking dish. Top with crackers and Parmesan cheese.

Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes, or until casserole is warmed through and topping is golden brown.

Nutritional information per serving: 400 calories; 7 g total fat; 2.5 g saturated fat; 0 g trans fat; 2 g polyunsaturated fat; 2 g monounsaturated fat; 30 mg cholesterol; 537 mg sodium; 52 g carbohydrates; 8 g dietary fiber; 7 g sugars; 32 g protein.

Turkey and Bean Tostadas: Servings: 5 Salsa: • 2 cups chopped tomatoes (about 2 medium tomatoes) • 1 medium avocado, halved, pitted and diced • 1 large ear of corn, husks and silk discarded, kernels removed • 1-2 medium fresh jalapenos, seeds and ribs discarded, finely chopped • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

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each tortilla. Top with salsa.

Nutritional information per serving: 260 calories; 7.5 g total fat; 1 g saturated fat; 0 g trans fat; 1 g polyunsaturated fat; 4.5 g monounsaturated fat; 18 mg cholesterol; 60 mg sodium; 33 g carbohydrates; 8 g dietary fiber; 7 g sugars; 19 g protein.

Tostadas: • nonstick cooking spray • 5 corn tortillas (6 inches each) • 8 ounces ground skinless turkey breast • 2 teaspoons chili powder • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • 1 teaspoon ground coriander • 1 can (15 1/2 ounces) no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained • 2 tablespoons water To make salsa: In small bowl, stir tomatoes, avocado, corn, jalapenos, onions and lime juice.

Set aside.

Preheat oven to 400 F. To make tostadas: Line baking sheet with aluminum foil. Lightly spray foil with nonstick cooking spray. Place tortillas on baking sheet.

Lightly spray tortillas with nonstick cooking spray.

Using fork, pierce tortillas several times to prevent from filling with air. Bake tortillas 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

In medium nonstick saucepan over mediumhigh heat, cook turkey, chili powder, cumin and coriander 5-6 minutes, or until turkey is no longer pink, stirring occasionally to turn and break up turkey.

Add beans and water. Cook 5 minutes, or until beans are heated through. Using potato masher, coarsely mash beans. Remove from heat.

To assemble tostadas, spread turkey mixture over 24 January 2022| PB Parenting |

Ginger Pumpkin Soup: Servings: 4 • 1 1/2 teaspoons canola or corn oil • 1 medium onion, finely minced • 3/4 tablespoon minced peeled gingerroot or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced, or 1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper • 1/8 teaspoon salt • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour • 1 3/4 cups fat-free, low-sodium vegetable broth • 1 cup water • 2 cans (15 ounces each) solid-pack pumpkin • 1 cup fat-free milk • 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream (optional) • 2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional) In large heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat bottom. Cook onion 6-8 minutes, or until soft, stirring occasionally.

Stir in gingerroot, garlic, thyme, cinnamon, pepper and salt. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in flour. Pour in broth and water. Using spatula, scrape bottom of pot to dislodge any browned bits. Stir in

pumpkin. Bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes.

Stir in milk. Remove from heat. Ladle soup into bowls.

Garnish with sour cream and chives, if desired.

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The Discovery Series at Sandoway Discovery Center Join Mr. Evan and friends on Thursday afternoons in January at 2:30 PM or 3:15 PM. This series is geared for families with children ages 3-6. Each class explores different topics from insects to physics. RSVP required NO Walk ins will be admitted. $8 per a child and $6 for accompanying adult. FREE for Sandonway Members. RSVP to shoshana. sandoway@gmail.com ADULTS ONLY! Nerd Night 2022 Book your babysitter, call up nana and have a fun night out at the Cox Science Center 26 January 2022| PB Parenting |

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Explore the Science Center after dark, including our blockbuster traveling exhibit Earth Matters!

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REGISTER: www.coxsciencecenter.org/event/ nerd-night “Manatee Tales Story Time” The popular storytime returns with new take-home coloring activities on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. Listen as a Manatee Master storyteller reads froma selection of engaging books, which share storiesabout various aquatic species that live in the LakeWorth Lagoon and the waters beyond.

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As a comprehensive health center, the practice also offers primary health care services, so patients don’t have to visit a separate primary care physician. For instance, the practice can offer help from a nurse practitioner if patients have a general illness like a cold or the flu. Dr. Cueto is supported by a caring and experienced team of female providers, Jennifer Lopez PA, Anita Veerabhadrappa-Meiner PA, Sapna Rao FNP, Katie Roisinblit WHNP, Ora Charm FNP, and Heather Ahrens ARNP. The dedicated professionals at MyDoc Women's Health Specialists listen to their patients with the utmost compassion and kindness. This all-female team takes a holistic approach with each patient.

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