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| PBParenting.com | September 2022 3 Contents Letter From the Publisher P. 4 PB Picks P. 6 Tidying up for your Tiny One - 7 Organizational Tips To Help You Set Up Your Nursery Room P.8 Preparing Your Child for a New Sibling P. 12 Top Baby Names So Far for 2022 P.16 After School Enrichment Guide P. 21 Young Singers Marks 20th Anniversary Season P. 22 5 Reasons Why Your Child Should (and Can) Learn How to Play Chess P. 24 Animatronic Dinosaurs Are Coming To Cox Science Center & Aquarium P.26 A Savory Solution to Stretch Your Grocery Budget P.28 Events and Things to Do P. 30 ON THE COVER They say dogs are man’s best friend but Lady Bird is baby’s best friend. Lady Bird lovingly keeps an eye on her new companion, George, pictured here at only 12 days old! Cover photo by Lynn of Lynn Studios, www.lynnstudios1.com.
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PatGreetings,yourself on the back, parents! We survived almost a month of back to school. Now that you have settled into a school routine, you might be looking for an activity for your child after school or on the weekends. Check out page 18 for our Enrichment Guide for all types of activities for children with various interests and needs. This guide is also available year-round on our website Disclaimer:www.pbparenting.com.Iamnotanorganized mother by any means but I can watch others organize all day! I am loving another article from Amy Bergman about sorting and making sure everything has a place. Check out this month's article all about setting up your little one's nursery space! If you have a question for Amy please email us at info@ pbparenting.com and your question could be featured in an upcoming article!
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Little humans come with a LOT of stuff and can somehow take over your entire house. In an effort to be prepared and to keep things tidy, here are 7 organizational tips to help you set up your nursery room (and other areas in the house) to welcome your new baby.
2. Use drawer organizers inside your drawers (order from Amazon or find them at a dollar store inexpensively) and file fold all the items so that you can see them all at once for easy access. Don’t have enough drawer space? Use an inexpensive over-the-door shoe holder to hold burp cloths, sheets, towels, blankets and other essentials.
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1. Pre-wash all the baby clothes, sheets, and burp cloths in unscented laundry detergent, then sort by size and type and arrange in drawers and in the closet. Some categories may include: socks, hats, and mittens, pajamas, onesies, swaddles and sleep sacks, burp cloths, etc. If you don’t have space for all the sizes you have on hand, use plastic bins or vacuum seal bags for each size, except for the size you expect your baby to wear when they are born. Label each bin or bag with the size and store it for later.
3. Set up a health and wellness drawer or area in your nursery with all the baby care essentials including nail clippers and file, thermometer, Mylicon drops for gas, bulb syringe for the nose, infant Tylenol, diaper rash cream, Vaseline 4.etc.Establish a baby feeding station with a comfy chair or glider and a small side table in the 7 organizational tips to help you set up your nursery room
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5. Think about where you will be bathing your baby and set up that area with your bath tub, baby wash, washcloths, towels. This does NOT have to be in a bathroom—think outside the box, especially if you have limited space.
6. Create a rolling cart as a mobile baby station with the essentials to take with you from room to room in your house. Fill it with items like: diapers, wipes, hand sanitizer, burp cloths, diaper rash cream.
nursery. Here’s where you can place smaller items like your coffee, water, and other bottle feeding/nursing necessities. Keep a few extra burping cloths nearby as well for the spit up that was bound to happen. This is also a great place to put a basket of books to read to your baby in-between feedings.
7. Clear one shelf or drawer in your kitchen for baby items to store bottles, cups, dishes etc.
Pretty soon you will need pantry space as well, so think ahead about clearing that space. Amyzing Spaces provides professional organization for your home & office! Amy Bergman, a native Flordian, has always had a passion for organizing & simplifying things in life. She would love to help you make your space Amyzing!!! Check out her website at www.amyzingspaces.com, and you will see that she will be working with her clients to organize spaces in your home & office creating systems that work for you so you can achieve more peaceful calm in your space and be even more. Do you have an organizational question for Amy? Send it to info@PBParenting.com. To have her answer in an upcoming issue.
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sibling birth classes, which many hospitals offer to provide orientation for soon-tobe brothers and sisters. These classes can include lessons on how to hold a baby, explanations of how a baby is born, and opportunities for kids to discuss their feelings about having a new brother or sister.
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• reading books about childbirth (make sure they’re age-appropriate)
If your child shows more interest in the baby, you can encourage that by:
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The arrival of a new baby can bring many changes to a family. Parents spend a lot of energy on preparations, and after the baby arrives, much of the family’s attention involves caring for the Allnewborn.thischange can be hard for older siblings to handle. It’s common for them to feel jealousy toward the newborn and to react to the upheaval by acting out. But parents can prepare kids for an addition to the family. Discussing the pregnancy in terms that make sense to kids, making some arrangements, and including kids in the care of the newborn can make things easier for everyone. During Pregnancy To tell a child about an impending sibling, consider your own comfort level and your child’s maturity level. Preschoolers, for example, may not grasp concepts of time, so it might not mean much if you say that the baby will arrive in a few months. It may be more useful to explain that the baby will arrive in a particular season, such as winter or when it’s cold outside. How much detail should you provide? Let your child’s questions be your guide. For example, a 4-year-old child may ask: “Where do babies come from?” Despite how it sounds, the child isn’t asking you to explain sex but probably wants to know where, literally, they come from. It may be enough to explain: “The baby comes from the uterus, which is inside the mother’s belly.” A child who wants to know more will ask.
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to expect when the day arrives. Consider letting your child visit you in the hospital as soon as possible after the baby is born, ideally when no other visitors are around — this helps reinforce the birth as an intimate family Tryevent.tokeep routines as regular as possible in the days and weeks around the baby’s arrival. If you plan to make any room shifts to accommodate the baby, do it a few weeks before your due date.
If your child is approaching a major milestone, like potty training or moving from a crib to a bed, try to make those changes well before your due date or put them off until after the baby has been home for a while.
If your child expresses no interest in the baby, don’t be alarmed and don’t force it. It can take Sometime. occasions, like breastfeeding, excludes older kids. For these times, try to have toys on hand so that you can feed the baby without being interrupted or worrying about an older child feeling left out. Take advantage of chances for one-on-one time with older kids. Spend time together while the baby is sleeping and, if possible, set aside
Once the baby is home, you can help your other kids adjust to the changes. Include them as much as possible in the daily activities involving the baby so that they don’t feel left out. Many kids want to help take care of a new baby. Though that “help” may mean that each task takes longer, it can give an older child a chance to interact with the baby in a positive way. Depending on their age, a big brother or sister may want to entertain the baby during a diaper change, help push the carriage, talk to the baby, or help dress, bathe, or burp the baby.
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With all of the changes that a new baby can bring, some older kids might struggle as they try to Encourageadjust. older kids to talk about their feelings about the new baby. If a child cannot express those feelings, don’t be surprised if he or she tests limits or reverts to speaking in baby talk.
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time each day for older kids to get one parent’s undivided attention. Knowing that there’s special time just for them may help ease any resentment or anger about the new baby. Also remind relatives and friends that your older child might want to talk about something other than the new baby. If relatives or friends ask how they can help, suggest a fun activity or something special for the older child. Continue to send your older child to childcare or to school, if you’re able. It’s normal to feel guilty about sending your older child away since now you’re home with the new baby (and if you’re home, you might feel that everyone should be). But keeping normal routines is helpful for siblings. And this time can give you precious one-on-one time with the baby that you might not otherwise have. When your older child comes home from childcare or school, plan for some quality family time.
If your child acts up, don’t bend the rules, but understand what feelings may be motivating that behavior. It could be a sign that your child needs more one-on-one time with you, but make it clear that although his or her feelings are important, they have to be expressed in appropriate ways.
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16 September 2022| PB Parenting | Top baby names so far this year Picking the perfect name for your newborn is no easy task! Here are the top baby names so far in 2022 based on popularity at babycenter.com. 1. OLIVIA NOAH 2. EMMA LIAM 3. AMEILA OLIVER 4. AVA ELIJAH 5. SOPHIA MATEO 6. ISABELLA LUCAS 7. LUNA LEVI 8. MIA ASHER 9. CHARLOTTE LEO 10. EVELYN JAMES 11. HARPER ETHAN 12. SCARLETT LUCA 13. NOVA GRAYSON 14. ELLA EZRA 15. AURORA SEBASTIAN 16. GIANNA AIDEN 17. ARIA BENJAMIN 18. MILA WYATT 19. ELLIE HENRY 20. SOFIA MASON 21. VIOLET JACK 22. WILLOW OWEN 23. LAYLA JACKSON 24. CAMILA HUDSON 25. LILY/LILLY DANIEL 26. HAZEL ALEXANDER 27. AVERY KAI 28. CHLOE GABRIEL 29. ELENA MAVERICK 30. ELIANA CARTER
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artNEST Studios has unique, enriching and FUN Art workshops for kids ages 3-12 and baby classes during the week and on weekends! From Psychedelic Art, to Painting, Clay, Fashion and more, your child will find something that will unleash their natural creativity and enhance developmental skills! We are not your traditional Art Studio, our Splash Room is just one of the unique experiences you'll find with us. Located in Boca Raton and Delray Beach. For more information visit artneststudios.com or call 561-562-8897.
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For details and registration, call Kelly Morgan at: (561) 972-6112Nowjupitertheatre.org/conservatoryenrollingforFall classes Grades K-12 and adult. Classes include: • Acting • Musical Theatre (dance) • Musical Theatre (singing) • Movement for grades 3-4 Ask about our School’s Out day camps at the Theatre! PROPS&COSTUMECLASSFREETRIALPROPS&COSTUMECLASSFREETRIAL
Located in the heart of Boca Raton and Delray Beach, JJ's Dance Studio is excited to serve families, beginners, intermediates, and everyone else in between. Come try out a FREE class! Our address is 13910 S Jog Rd, STE 101-102 in Delray Beach. For more information call 561946-9550 or visit www.jjsdancestudio.com. Kids Need More Art offers visual arts programs and classes to encourage a well-balanced education for young children through the creative process. Visit their studio in Juno Beach this fall for School’s Out days, Kids Art Express Saturdays, Tiny Kids Mommy & Me, Homeschool Fridays, Mini Class Series afterschool, and pumpkin painting pARTies! For more information call 561-7464576 or visit www.kidsneedmoreart.com. Kids Choice Sports, Dance & Fitness offers a wide range of programs all under one roof! Our multi-sport facility includes Gymnastics, Cheer, Dance, Ninja Zone, Martial Arts, and more for children of all ages! We offer great camps, extra special birthday parties, and a weekly Parents' Night Out. We hope to see you soon! Located in Boca Raton. For more information call 561.998.4225 or visit http://www.gokidschoice.com. ParentingPBDon’t forget to tell them you saw their listing in ENRICHMENT GUIDE ENRICHMENT Guide schoolhousemuseum.org Fa Fun at Museume 129 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach • 561.742.6780 Join us for "Culture & programsKids"
Maltz Jupiter Theatre is now enrolling for Acting, Dance, and Musical Theatre Classes for ages K-12. Performing arts classes give kids a chance to be creative and have fun! Did you also know that an arts education builds confidence and helps kids flourish, improves communication and listening skills and assists with social and emotional development. Located in Jupiter. For more information call 561-972-6112 or visit www.jupitertheatre.org/education.Atthe
Children’sSchoolhouseMuseum & Learning Center, we are proud to be more than just a Museum! We offer an array of educational programming for children ages 18 months – 7 years. These developmentally appropriate, interactive programs focus on your child’s developmental growth all with an eye towards future academic success. We feature hands-on, sensory based exploration and play intertwined with a literature, art, science, music and/or dance focus. For more information call 561.742.6780 or visit www. schoolhousemuseum.org.
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Young Children’sSingersChoir, for grades 2 through 12, is teaching life skills through music. The original choir, based at the Kravis Center, is celebrating their 20th Anniversary. New expansion is their South County Choir, rehearsing at the Boynton Beach Arts and Cultural Center, open to Grades 2 through 8. To learn more about auditioning visit their website at www.yspb.org/audition.
Young Singers is about to turn 20 and the group's impact echoes far. Alumni have gone on to teach music in Palm Beach County, as well as become opera singers, performers, actors, entertainment executives, music therapists and become involved in other musicbased careers.The organization says the life skills Young Singers taught its choir members also helped alumni to become doctors, lawyers, scientists, teachers, business owners and more. “For our choir members it’s more than the experience of coming together and singing, it’s learning all of the other skills that go along with singing — it’s commitment, and confidence and learning to socialize with others and work as a team,” Shawn Berry, the choir’s artistic director and one of the founders, said in a statement. The choir backs up some real stars, too.
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Young Singers Marks 20th Anniversary Season
Young Singers of the Palm Beaches began in 2003 to fill the need for music education in schools because of cuts in funding in the arts. The founders — Shawn Berry, Connie Drosakis, and Michael Yannette — were music educators and choral conductors who envisioned a children’s choral organization that would not
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“I would never have had these incredible lifechanging opportunities without YSPB. I’ve performed on the Kravis stage more than 20 times and have participated in two operas. … I’ve performed with and for celebrities like Bernie Taupin, Michael Feinstein and Ethan Bortnick,” Tristin Butler, who was a 9-year member of Young Singers, said on his graduation from the group.
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Young Singers serves children and teens in grades 2 through 12. Singers are divided into different choirs based on grade level.
Young Singers produces two main concerts a season — both are full-scale productions presented on the main stage of the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. This year’s holiday concert – “20th Anniversary Season Winter Tapestry 2022” — will be Dec. 10 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. The choir also has ensembles that perform in the community. This fall, Young Singers is scheduled to appear:
• Holiday entertainment at both the city of Boynton Beach and the town of Lake Clarke Shores Christmas Tree Lighting events.
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• Featured choir for Palm Beach Symphony’s “Sounds of the Season” televised Holiday Concert on primetime TV.
• Backup choir on two songs for “Floyd Nation: Experience Pink Floyd” at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.
be constrained by school boundaries, religious affiliations, racial bias, socio-economic barriers, or funding cuts to arts education.Today, YSPB, as it is commonly known, has a regular enrollment of about 250 young members and is continually auditioning new singers.
• Featured choir at Palm Beach Roundtable’s holiday event in support of autism.
Young Singers also plans to form a new South County Choir. Thanks to funding from Impact 100 Palm Beach County, Young Singers will be offering its choral program to families in the southernmost part of the county. The new South County Choir will begin rehearsing in September at the Boynton Beach Arts and Cultural Center and will serve children in grades 2-8. Info: www.yspb.org/audition.
Chess helps kids speak the same language. The chess board is 64 squares of safe space that brings together kids of all backgrounds, interests, and languages. It’s a common ground and even playing field. Through chess, kids also learn to explore the thoughts of the person sitting across from them, which helps develop important social skills and emotional Chessintelligence.teaches sportsmanship. Win or lose, kids
Playing chess is known to increase IQ, promote critical thinking, and teach core math and verbal skills. It also helps kids retain information, improve test scores, solve problems, remain calm under pressure, and perform well in school.
Chess is also one of the most beneficial games you can teach a child, fostering critical developmental skills and instilling important life-long lessons. If you’ve been thinking about getting in on the craze and introducing chess to your child (or even learning how to play together) here are five reasons why you should totally do it: Chess exercises both sides of the brain. In a game of chess, the left analytical side of the brain looks for the next logical move, while the right creative side seeks out patterns and new possibilities. The game boosts both intelligence andChesscreativity.giveskids an edge in the classroom.
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Chess is one of the oldest and most popular games Chess is one of the oldest and most popular games in history, with early forms of of the game dating back to the 6th century CE. The game has certainly seen a revival since the pandemic began, as people around the globe have dusted off their chess boards and even binged one of the most-watched series ever inspired by the masterful game for muchneeded entertainment.
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Jon Sieber is a dad and co-founder, Story Time Chess. From being a 2021 Toy of the Year Winner, to being given the National Parenting Center’s Seal of Approval, the Mom’s Choice Award, to the Brain Child award and more, Story Time Chess is being recognized everywhere as a revolutionary new game.
will learn it’s fun to play the game of chess with a friend. In the game, they’ll grow to understand the consequences of a bad move and how to embrace failure. But, at the end of every game, they always give a “good game” handshake. This teaches kids how to lose with dignity and win with humility. Chess is the ultimate executive coach. Grit is a powerful driving force and predictor of success in the business world, and an important trait kids can learn by playing chess. The game teaches kids patience as they work through different scenarios, learn to plan, course correct and wait to see how things play out, instead of being tempted by easy, more immediately gratifying moves.
Plus, learning chess is more accessible and approachable than ever before. There are after school programs, private tutors, online classes and now an innovative board game that uses proven silly, story-based curriculum to introduce chess to kids as young as three years old. Story Time Chess: The Game is available at storytimechess.com and on Amazon for $39.99.
ANIMATRONIC DINOSAURS ARE COMING TO COX SCIENCE CENTER & AQUARIUM
Travel back in time and discover what modern paleontology knows about the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods by exploring a series of dynamic displays featuring animatronic dinosaurs! Despite the fact these magnificent creatures lived millions of years before us, paleontologists believe dinosaurs share many things in common with humankind. From feeding to family dynamics, intelligence or interpersonal relationships, Dinosaur Explorer examines the ways that environmental, biological and behavioral circumstances influenced dinosaur daily life while posing the question – Where do we see similarities in our world today?
Utilizing the latest animatronic technology, this series of largerthan-life displays and vibrant vignettes provides a highly interactive experience that is sure to amaze and captivate visitors of New exhibit Dinosaur Explorer on Display September 15-April 30, 2023
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One Carton, Multiple Dishes- Thanks to mushrooms’ versatility, you can buy one large carton of mushrooms to chop up then bulk up multiple dishes, from a morning omelet to hearty soups to blended burgers. Find more recipe ideas and ways to make the most of your grocery store dollars at MushroomCouncil.com.
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Easy ways to stretch your grocery budget, like using versatile ingredients, can make the checkout experience a little less impactful on your household’s finances. Consider the benefits of mushrooms, which provide a delicious option to enhance flavor in favorite recipes while extending portions in an affordable way.
Save Money - Stretch your dollars by stretching your meals using a process called “The Blend.”
Blending finely chopped mushrooms with ground meat can extend portion sizes of your favorite meaty recipes and help your bottom line. Chop your favorite mushroom variety to match the consistency of ground meat, blend the chopped mushrooms and meat together then cook to complete the recipe. For burgers, use a blend of 25% finely chopped mushrooms and 75% ground meat. For tacos or chili, use 50% mushrooms and 50% meat or an even higher mushroom-to-meat ratio.
Savor the Flavor- The savory umami taste of mushrooms means a flavorful experience in blended recipes like burgers, where the chopped mushrooms help hold in the juiciness. Or, you can chop, quarter, slice or enjoy them whole in recipes like Garlic-Rosemary Butter Roasted Chicken
Thighs and Veggies with Mushroom Orzo Risotto, Creamy Spinach, Mushroom and Lasagna Soup or Blended Pasta Sauce paired with your favorite pasta.
In today’s world, grocery shopping can seem more like a burden than an opportunity to gather supplies for your family’s favorite meals. With prices of everyday ingredients fluctuating almost daily, it’s important for many families to make their dollars go further at the store.
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Add mushrooms and cook 5 minutes, or until mushrooms are soft and reduced in size. Add ground beef, Italian seasoning and salt; cook until browned throughout, about 6 minutes, stirring and breaking up lumps. Skim off fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons. Stir in marinara sauce and reduce heat to low. Cook 10 minutes. Serve over cooked pasta, season with salt and pepper, to taste, and top with grated Parmesan.
Blended Pasta Sauce Recipe courtesy of the Mushroom Council 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 pound mushrooms (such as white button, crimini or portabella), finely chopped 1 pound 80% lean ground beef
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In large pot over medium heat, add oil and cook onions, stirring occasionally, until just soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
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Creamy Spinach, Mushroom and Lasagna Soup Recipe courtesy of Emily Weeks, MS, RD, on behalf of the Mushroom
To make chicken: Preheat oven to 450PatF. chicken dry. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. In large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Sear chicken until brown on both sides, 4-5 minutes on each side. In large bowl, toss mushrooms, zucchinis and carrots with rosemary andOngarlic.large baking sheet, spread vege tables. Nestle chicken into vegetables. Drizzle with butter and juices from pan.Bake 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.Tomake
PrepCounciltime: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 medium onion, small diced 8 ounces mushrooms, such as white button, crimini or portabella, sliced 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
Garlic-Rosemary Butter Roasted Chicken Thighs and Veggies with Mushroom
Chicken:8boneless, skinless chicken thighs salt, to pepper,tastetotaste
6 tablespoons unsalted butter 16 ounces mushrooms, such as white button, crimini or portabella, quartered 3 zucchinis, sliced in half moons 3 large carrots, thinly sliced 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves removed and roughly chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced
Orzo RecipeRisottocourtesy of Emily Weeks, MS, RD, on behalf of the Mushroom Council
orzo: In small pot over medium-low heat, warm broth. Using skillet from chicken over medium heat, add butter and olive oil. Add onion, garlic and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions soften, 3-4 minutes. Add orzo and black pepper. Stir and cook orzo 2 minutes. Add white wine and cook until evaporated, about 1 minute.Addbroth to orzo, 2/3 cup at a time, stirring until liquid is absorbed. Repeat with remaining broth, waiting until last batch is absorbed before adding next. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan.Serve in individual bowls with chicken and roasted vegetables atop mushroom orzo risotto.
Orzo:4 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 small yellow onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 16 ounces mushrooms, such as white button, crimini or portabella, finely chopped 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup white wine
1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 tablespoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 bay leaf 3 cups vegetable broth 6 lasagna noodles, broken into pieces 1/2 cup heavy cream 5 ounces fresh baby spinach 1 cup whole milk ricotta 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping Heat large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil, garlic, onion and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions and mushrooms soften, 4-5 minutes. Add marinara, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vinegar, sugar, basil, salt, oregano, pepper, bay leaf and broth. Bring to boil over high heat then reduce heat to low and simmer. Add lasagna noodles and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and remove bay leaf. Stir in heavy cream and spinach until wilted, 2-3 minutes. Divide between bowls and top each with dollop of ricotta and sprinkle of mozzarella.
Servings: 4
Grades 2-12 are invited to audition for the 2022-2023 Season on September 10, 2022 Time varies. At the Cohen Pavilion of the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach. Also audtions are being held for the newly formed South Choir in Boynton Beach on Sept. 10 and Sept. 14th. Registration and requirements on website at www.yspb.org/audition.
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Temple Beth Am invites you to celebrate the holidays: Sunday, September 18, 12:00pm1:30pm: K-2nd grade Rosh Hashanah Baking at Temple Beth Am ($5 per person). Sunday, September 18, 12:15pm-2:00pm: 3rd-5th grade Foam Party at Temple Beth Am ($15per person).
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Monday, September 26 at 4:30pm: Tashlich at the Beach at Ocean Cay Park in Jupiter (free). Call Alissa Frankel at 561.747.1109 for more information or to RSVP for any of the events.
Musical Children Services for Kids ages 0-5 and their families: Rosh Hashanah, Monday Sept. 26 at 1:30PM and Yom Kippur, Oct. 5 at 1:30 PM. Free and open to the public. RSVP for services at www. bit.ly/3ThvX6L. 30 September 2022| PB Parenting |
Disney on Ice! For the first time, Disney On Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen, the #1 Animated feature of all time, and Disney Animation’s Encanto, the 2022 Academy Award®, BAFTA®, and Golden Globe® Award winner for Best Animated Feature, as they come to life like never before. This adventure on ice transports fans into two of the most popular Disney films as audiences can sing-along to their favorite songs while embracing world-class ice skating, aerial acrobatics and more when it visits their hometown at FLA Live Arena from September 8 – 11. Purchase Tickets herehttps://www.disneyonice.com/tickets
150 members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County. The exhibition takes place at Lighthouse ArtCenter located at 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, FL. Opening reception is September 9, 2022, 5 - 7 pm. The exhibition is free for LAC members and exhibiting artists and their families and a $5 suggested donation for nonmembers. For more information, visit lighthousearts.org.
Nights at the Museum at Cox Science Center and Aquarium - Learn all things Dinosaurs a on September 30th 6-9 PM. Guests of all ages can enjoy extended hours of exploration at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium. Each Night at the Museum is a different theme, which includes various interactive science crafts, activities, exhibits, planetarium shows, and a chance to view the night sky in Palm Beach County's only public observatory (weather permitting). Admission to Nights at the Museum: $16.95 for adults, $14.95 for seniors, $12.95 for children (3-12), FREE for children under 3, and $12.95 for adult members (child members are FREE). Learn more at Septembercoxsciencecenter.org/nights-at-the-museum.https://www.6-October1,2022Lighthouse ArtCenter (LAC) hosts Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County 2022 ImageMakers Exhibit showcasing photography from approximately
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