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Lincoln Kids!

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Year 18 No. 42

“Snow Deer” by Ingrid Gessert, age 9, 4th grader, Ruth Hill Elementary School

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Lincoln Kids! an email containing children’s artwork or a fun poem. I am constantly amazed at these creative expressions flowing from the minds and souls of children.

I am very much blessed to be doing what I am doing. This issue’s cover artist is nine year old Ingrid Gessert. I was pleased to learn that we both have something or rather someone in common. Her family has a LARGE dog named Daisy who is half New Foundland and half Bernese Mountain Dog.

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elcome to the winter 2011 edition of Lincoln Kids! newspaper. As we close out our 18th year publishing the paper I wish to thank all our great advertisers, our wonderful contributors and of course all those talented children who send us their delightful drawings and poems. It is a big job to get the paper together each issue and I would like to especially thank Beth Pauley for her dedication and expertise in helping make this paper come to life.

One of my biggest joys in doing Lincoln Kids! comes when I receive an envelope or

Cover Aritst Ingrid, her “wonderful” sister Greta, and their BIG dog Daisy!

And we have “BIG AS A MOOSE” Bernie, who is all Bernese Mountain Dog. We love our dogs, don’t we!

There is a book entitled, All I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten by Robert

Advertising, Artwork, Article, & Calendar Deadlines for the Spring 2012 issue is Jan. 10th. Covers February–April.

Fulghum. It is a wonderful book about getting back to the basics of how to get along. If I had written this book I would have added a section on what I have learned from chickens.

Which brings us to: Mark’s Chicken (and one duck) Update: Unfortunately I lost a couple of my “girls” this year. They (and their eggs) have been missed. What I have learned from this is that I should not take the ones I love for granted.

We are all here temporarily so we need to enjoy each others company while we are here.

Another chicken lesson observed is that we all have our habits and patterns. Each day I let the chickens out of their pen for exercise time. It’s like recess at school. When free time comes they all line up at the door. Then there is a mad dash to get past me and out to peck and play. One of the black chickens is always the first one out and usually the last one to come back. The others follow behind, some stopping to say hello to me. The duck always manages to “duck” behind one of the chickens to avoid me.

Then, without fail, the last one out is my favorite Rhode Island Red. She never goes past me

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directly but insteads hops up on the cement block that props open the door and makes her exit from behind, always. Like snowflakes (and chickens) we are all unique individuals.

In the fall issue I shared that when I was growing up I had learning difficulties, especially with reading and spelling. In this issue on page 18 check out an article by the Nebraska Dyslexia Association and then on page 19 read about how the founder of LearningRX overcame his Dyslesia and formed a company to help others like him.

And as you can see by my publisher’s picture it as been a good year of gardening with lots of yummy tomatoes, potatoes, spinach and some really humongous zucchini!

Mark and Bernie. (we’re starting to refer to Bernie as a baby buffalo)

Winter 2011 Cover Artist Hi! My name is Ingrid Gessert. I am nine-years-old, and I’m in the 4th grade at Ruth Hill Elementary School. I love dancing, acting, art, singing, volleyball, piano, playing with my friends and spending time with my family. But most of all, my passion is creating things–anything!

My mom always loves to read your newspaper, and she says gets a lot of good information from it.

Ingrid P.S. Bernie looks like such a great dog!

We have a big dog, too. Daisy is half Bernese Mountain dog and half Newfoundland. She is a black gentle giant!

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Lincoln Kids!

Traditions: Building a Stronger Family

by Natalie Nelson, Education Director of LUX Center for the Arts

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hen I think back on the holidays during my childhood, I have instant flashbacks of laughter, great food, and those special moments my family always shared together, year after year.

We continue those traditions even after marriage, children and growing up. These traditions are our way of staying close to one another while also rekindling the strong bond we all have. Traditions are an important way to strengthen families while creating long lasting memories for each member.

This holiday season take the time to create a new tradition that you and your child or the entire family does together. As kids grow up, they begin to develop their own character and tend to

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want to pull away from their parents for a period of time.

Bonding together is a way to maintain that relationship with your child while developing a new layer. A few very simple ideas that can become your own traditions include:

Cool Lanterns For the holidays when the weather drops below freezing, try your hands at making ice lanterns to add a beautiful touch to your front walkway or outdoor dĂŠcor.

This project is easy to make, even for young kids. Preparing each ice lantern is a two-step process.

First, fill an empty ice cream bucket with water to a depth of about 6cm (or approx. 2.5 in.).

Add a decorative touch by sprin-

kling berries, sprigs or cinnamon sticks over the water. Since we live in cold temperatures, leave the bucket outside to freeze. When the ice is solid, fill a smaller plastic cup with gravel to give it some weight, then place the cup upright in the center of the bucket, resting on the frozen block of ice.

Carefully fill the bucket with water to just below the rim of the cup, then return the bucket outdoors. When all the water has frozen solid, place the entire bucket in a tub of warm water until you can release your ice lantern from the bucket. Similarly, fill the cup of gravel with warm water just enough to allow you to remove the cup. Place a candle in the hollow left by the cup and find a suitable spot outdoors to display your creation. If you prefer clear, see-

through ice lanterns, use distilled water that has been boiled for several minutes, then allowed to cool.

Take a Class Together Many parents continually take their children from one activity to another, but probably have never considered taking a class with them! This is not just something to do for fun, but it is an opportunity to learn something new. Ask your children about their interests and find one you share, and then look into local classes you can take together. Ideas could range from creative (art class such at learning to throw on a pottery wheel, jewelry making, or making paper) to athletic (fishing, martial arts).

This could turn into a passion that you share for years to come.

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It’s time to cozy up with a book from the Library Vicki Wood, Youth Services Supervisor/ Lincoln City Libraries, Bennett Martin Public Library

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hen colder weather takes hold, we all tend to hibernate a bit.

Reading aloud to your children, no matter their age, will add needed warmth to those chilly winter nights. Winter is a great time to take on that classic novel you’ve been meaning to read…Great Expectations anyone? Or to start a lengthy series you might be reluctant to commit to in warmer weather. Turn these reading goals into family adventures, working your way through a chapter a night, taking turns reading, discussing and sharing the joy of a well-written tale. Here are a few new offerings available at Lincoln City Libraries…

Newly-illustrated versions of well-loved fairy tales are plentiful but one recent standout is Sebastien Braun’s adaptation of

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Chocolate-Chip Fridays Every Friday when your kid(s) get home from school, they are buzzing with excitement for the weekend. Why not take this time to bond with them and talk. Bake some chocolate-chip (or any other flavor) cookies together and review the best parts of everyone’s week as well as talk about exciting plans for

The Ugly Duckling. The text has been streamlined and the format is large with expressive, warm illustrations.

The Night Fairy by Amy Schlitz features a fearless fairy, Flory, who has lost her wings and must learn to negotiate her world without flight. Like the tiny fairy herself, the book is small, with scattered, watercolor illustrations that add perspective.

The diminutive fairy is pictured next to a squirrel, no tiny creature in Flory’s world. This book is also available in compact disc format.

Poetry begs to be read aloud and children seem to have a special kinship with verse. Simple, yet observant poetry is scattered throughout Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave by Laban Carrick Hill. This is the inspiring the weekend! This keeps you involved in their lives while always building a weekly tradition that can last for as long as they are willing to bake with you!

So whatever the tradition is, this holiday season make sure you start a new way of bonding with your child or your entire family.

You will always cherish the memories made and look back on the moments fondly, as I do still.

story of a 19th century slave known only by his first name, who lived an extraordinarily, prolific, creative life.

Bryan Collier’s luminous paintings capture the intensity and craftsmanship that went into the large pots and jars he created in the rural South Carolina workshop where Dave was born, and died, a slave. Some historical information is appended and is sure to inspire discussion.

Resilience, and the ability to adapt to less-than-ideal circumstances, are characteristics that have allowed children to survive hardship throughout history. In Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L. Holm, growing up during the Great Depression is especially challenging for Turtle and her single mom, a housekeeper. Sent to stay with relatives in Key West, Turtle knows she is not wanted and is disliked by her cousins.

Luckily she is tough and smart and finds humor in her predicament and warms to the culture and eccentric characters in her new community. This book is also available on compact disc and in e-book format.

The whole family will become engrossed in Rick Riordan’s win-

ning new series featuring siblings Carter and Sadie as they set out on a epic journey involving resurrected Egyptian gods, the Rosetta Stone and a mysterious “secret order”. The Red Pyramid, the first installment in his new Kane Chronicles series, features Riordan’s winning combination of historical detail, mystery, and adventure that keeps readers turning the pages for more. This series will be a wonderful springboard to fun family research about Egypt, mummies, pyramids and any other ancient Egypt-related ephemera children already find so fascinating. This book is available as a Playaway, or in compact disc format. Of course…the library can keep you well stocked on the Egyptian titles as well…take a peek in the j932s section!

For more reading ideas for the whole family, check out our Books, Movies and More page by visiting our website at: www.lincolnlibraries.org/depts/bo okguide/BL/front.htm.

Vicki Wood is the Youth Services Supervisor for Lincoln City Libraries, located at the downtown Bennett Martin Public Library at 136 S. 14th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508, 402-441-8565

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Kids in the Kitchen with Grandma Noble

By Lois Noble

What’s For Lunch?

Warm soup and a refreshing parfait on a cold Winter Day....

Almost Homemade Bean Soup 4 strips of precooked bacon 1 14 1/2 oz. can stewed tomatoes 1 16 oz. can Bush Original Baked Beans add a dash of onion salt No additional seasoning is necessary. The stewed tomatoes and Bush Beans have all of the flavor.

Microwave precooked bacon until crisp (1 or 2 minutes) to

remove excess bacon fat. Crumble bacon strips and combine all ingredients in a microwavable casserole dish. Microwave for 5 minutes. Serve with crackers. Serves 4.

Grandma’s Corn Chowder 1 can Cream of Celery Soup 1 can whole kernel corn, with the liquid 1 c. Half and Half “Lite” Cream 1 c. milk 1 can New England Clam Chowder Combine all ingredients, heat in microwave 5 or 6 minutes. Serve with your favorite crackers. (We like the small, round sour cream and onion crackers.) Serves 4 to 6 people.

Parfait My dictionary defines Parfait as a “dessert with ice cream and fruit arranged in layers, in a tall glass and topped with whipped cream”.

A Parfait can be much more.

It’s fun to experiment!

You may want to try either ice cream, yogurt, pudding or Cool Whip. You can even begin with a store bought, ready-to-eat pie crust. Add one or two layers of fresh fruit, canned fruit, or some of the great chopped dried fruits that are available. You might also add a layer of nuts, granola or chocolate chips. Parfait is actually a French word which means “perfect”. Use your imagination to create a Parfait that is “perfect” for you.

Mix it in a bowl and serve in sherbet dishes, layer it in glasses, or serve a piece of Parfait Pie.

Combine the Cherry Pie Filling and the dried cranberries. Then layer the Cherry/Cranberry combination over the pie crust. Next layer a generous layer of Cool Whip on top of the Cherry/ Cranberry mixture. Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the Cool Whip. Chill about one hour before serving. Serves 6 people.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Parfait Use Parfait glasses or 4 oz. dessert glasses.

1 tub Cool Whip 1 c. chocolate chip cookies (broken into bite size pieces) 1 large banana sliced 1/2 c. chopped nuts, we like pecans toasted coconut (optional) Start by putting a layer of Cool Whip in each glass. Layer the rest of ingredients in order, adding a layer of Cool Whip between each of the ingredients. Sprinkle the top of each individual glass of Parfait with toasted coconut (optional).

Serves 4 - 6 people.

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Children’s Museum Has New Exhibits

by Ryan Gross, Senior Director of Museum Operations, Lincoln Children’s Museum

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ack in August, the Lincoln Children’s Museum announced a multi-phase renovation project. A few months have passed and the first phase is completed. The new farm and grocery exhibits opened Saturday, Oct. 15, with a grand opening celebration. Over 200 people attended the grand opening, including

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part of Nebraska, it makes sense contributors who helped make the to have a prominent farm exhibit,” new exhibits possible. said Len Weyeneth The two of the Richard P. new exhibits Kimmel & Laurine feature multiKimmel Charitable ple interactive Foundation. components. In The new grocery one of the is bigger than more popular before and features areas children a state of the art can experience checkout experiwhat it is like The new HY-Vee sponsored ence. Children can to plant, cultiGrocery Store. take items from the vate and hargrocery shelves and scan them at vest in a real tractor cab simulator. the checkout. Here, they discover Next to the tractor is a one-of-awhich food group each food kind apple picking activity. Here belongs in. The grocery exhibit’s guests will place apples on a tree new look resembles that of local to learn about their growing seaHy-Vee grocery stores. “Hy-Vee’s son, and then watch the apples as mission is to make lives easier, they fall from the tree. “With agrihealthier, and happier and this culture being such an important new exhibit does just that,” said Heather Whitney of Hy-Vee. The next phase of the museum’s exhibit renovation project is a new

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Animals and Plants Change their Coats for Winter

by Becky Seth, Naturalist, Pioneers Park Nature Center

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hen it starts to get cold outside you probably pull out your winter jacket or buy a new one. Some animals dress for the winter too – and some trees UNDRESS! Only a few mammals hibernate for the winter. Except for some bats, the woodchuck (also called a groundhog) and the ground squirrels, Nebraska mammals stay active except in the coldest weather. To keep warm, they grow special winter coats that are usually thicker and glossier than their summer ones. In the spring they often look rather shaggy as they shed that thick coat.

Hair, usually called fur in mammals other than humans, is made of keratin, a protein. Feathers, reptile scales and fingernails are also made of keratin. There are three main kinds of fur. Guard hairs form the outer layer of fur. They are often long, firm and glossy and help protect the animal. Short and wooly, the underhairs provide insulation.

Some animals, like the beaver, have special glands that secrete oil to waterproof the hair and skin. The winter coat of deer has hollow hair that traps air for warmth.

Fur does other things for a mammal besides provide a warm winter coat. The third kind of hair, whiskers, are stiff, often long, and

have many nerves at their base.

They give the animal information about their surroundings. The color of fur may provide camouflage or announce a warning. The least weasel, like some of the mammals that live further north, change their coat color from dark brown to light or even white to more easily blend in with the winter world. The bold markings of a skunk or badger announce that they have great defenses. Deer raise their tail that is white underneath to warn other deer of danger.

Besides growing a nice thick fur coat many mammals eat more in the fall when food is easily available to get them through times in winter when it’s not so easy to find.

Although many birds migrate, they do so because they can’t find the food they prefer rather than to escape the cold. Birds have nice warm coats too, made of feathers.

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cover their body, protecting it from the weather and injury. And the soft downy feathers near a bird’s body trap air to keep them warm. On a very cold day, take a look out your window. The birds often look much fatter than usual – that is because they have puffed out their feathers to trap more of their body’s warmth in their down feathers.

Birds molt – shed their feathers – at least once a year. Flight feathers get tattered, so they need to be replaced. Some put on a new colored coat for winter. The male American goldfinch, molts its bright yellow summer coat for a drabber one with a bit more camouflage for winter.

Most other animals don’t change their coats. Since they don’t produce their own body heat and depend on the air temperature to be active, the snakes and frogs, turtles and insects must find a safe place to sleep off the winter where they won’t freeze. A few insects actually have antifreeze in their cells!

Many trees actually undress for the winter. The leaves of a tree produce food. The chlorophyll in the leaf cells use the energy of the sun,

water and nutrients from the soil and carbon dioxide from the air to produce sugars. But during the winter, water freezes. The leaves can no longer do their job, and could actually hurt the tree catching snow heavy enough to break branches. So as days grow shorter and temperatures drop, the green chlorophyll dies allowing the yellows, reds and browns in the leaves to show. The leaves form a special layer of cells to seal off where they were attached to the twigs and then fall to the ground.

Some trees, the evergreens, have leaves that are narrow and thick, their ‘plumbing pipes’ are different and they produce a kind of antifreeze. They don’t shed all their leaves at once and remain green, giving our winter world a bit of color.

Winter is a great time to take a walk at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Although our Chet Ager Building will be closed for some time because of repairs, gates and trails will be open during our normal hours. Our exhibit animals have all been moved to the Prairie Building which will remain open daily all winter except for the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. Look around – it’s easy to see the animals that are out during the day since most of the leaves are gone. And it is great fun to look for signs of the nocturnal animals such as their tracks in the snow.

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he Lincoln Music Teachers Association (LMTA) recently recognized the Charter Members of a new M.U.S.I.C. (Music for UnderServed Interested Children) Endowment during their Kick-Off Luncheon held at the Governor’s Mansion on August 31, 2011.

M.U.S.I.C. was established through the Lincoln Community Foundation to supplement the LMTA Music Outreach Program which serves low income or atrisk school-aged students who desire to pursue music study, but whose families cannot afford lessons. An anonymous donor has offered to match monetary donations to the M.U.S.I.C. Endowment up to $5,000 through

The Charter Members December. So far, LMTA has raised $4330, making the organization well on the way to reaching its minimum of $10,000 in order to invest the endowment.

LMTA, a nonprofit organization, provides continuing education for members and regularly sponsors events for students to learn and perform. The Music Outreach Program is run by

LMTA volunteers with the help of local music stores and piano tuners. Dietze Music, in particular, refurbishes and delivers instruments and provides of LMTA free sheet music. LMTA believes that music outreach students who receive mentoring in the form of lessons will eventually serve the community in performance and by becoming good citizens and philanthropists. Presently, a maximum of 40 students are being served by 16 professional teachers who meet specific criteria. The annual cost of lessons for an indi-

vidual student is around $600. The LMTA Music Outreach Program is supported in part by grants from the Nebraska Arts Council, Lincoln Arts Council, St. Mark’s Lincoln Outreach Foundation, Cooper Foundation, Lincoln Community Foundation and Wiebe Foundation.

More information may be found at www.LMTA.info. Online donations may be made to either the M.U.S.I.C. Endowment Fund or directly to the Music Outreach Program at the LMTA website. To donate to the endowment fund, go to www.LMTA.info and click on the M.U.S.I.C. link on the left side of the page, or send checks made out to the Lincoln Community Foundation (include M.U.S.I.C. in the memo line) to 215 Centennial Mall South, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE 68508.

Strategic Air & Space Museum Winter Museum Events November 4th-13th Salute to Veterans of Iraq & Afghanistan “Remembering Our Fallen” photo display returns to the Museum.

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Provocative or Natural?

by Ann Seacrest, RN, IBCLC, Executive Director, MilkWorks, Lincoln’s Community Breastfeeding Center

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very time a celebrity talks about breastfeeding her new baby, I get excited.

Whether it is actress Evangeline Lilly on the Jay Leno show, or exSpice girl Victoria Beckham quoted in People magazine, it makes me smile. Does it really matter if Celine Dion or Jessica Alba are breastfeeding their babies?

Like it or not, celebrity America garners a lot of attention. Whether they are selling movies, TV shows, make up or gossip magazines, they are the pulse of popular America.

And we pay attention to them: what they say, what they wear, what they do.

Victoria Beckham announced earlier this year that she was planning to breastfeed her fourth child (a daughter after three sons), saying she wanted “everything natural and perfect for my little girl�.

Celine Dion explained on Oprah that her grueling performing schedule must work around breastfeeding her four-month-old twin sons.

Yet when People magazine ran a small photo of model Miranda Kerr breastfeeding her son Flynn, opinions were dramatically divided. One reader wrote, “This crosses the line and makes mother/child bonding provocative.� Another reader wrote, “Way to go, Miranda Kerr, for showing that breastfeeding is not only beautiful, but natural.� Is it any wonder that American women have second thoughts about breastfeeding?

We know that other cultures make the shift and are able to see breastfeeding for what it is: a way to feed babies. Women around the world breastfeed their babies wherever they are, without thinking twice about offending someone or worrying if a tiny bit of skin is visible.

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This is just the reason that we need more actresses like Evangeline Lilly showing up on Jay Leno looking absolutely beautiful (and sexy) and talking about breastfeeding. It’s one more way that we can incorporate breastfeeding into today’s culture, making it acceptable and popular. One more way we can bring it out of the closet and into the living room.

If we are going to provide a supportive environment for breastfeeding mothers, it will come from all aspects of our society: from the work place, the celebrity world, our health care providers, the insurance industry and our next door neighbor. When a mother nursing her baby does not warrant a second look or a comment, and when breasts may be provocative, but breastfeeding is normal, we will have finally created an environment that allows women true choice in how they feed their babies.

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Wendy’s Kids‌Meet Charlie Charlie is a very loving, talkative boy. He loves to play outside and be active in general. He likes to play sports, including baseball, football and soccer. In school, he enjoys lunch and any time that allows him to be physical. His favorite subject is Spelling and he has even won a Spelling Bee. Some of Charlie’s other favorite things include playing checkers and playing games on his game system. Charlie has a brother, Anthony, who he likes to spend time with. When they are together, they like to go to the park, play flag football and swing on the swings. It will be important that Charlie and Anthony continue to have contact with one another and stay a part of each others lives.

Charlie has lived in both oneparent and two-parent homes. It would be best for him to be in a home with few other children that

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Grant Provides Employment Opportunities to Refugee Women

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he Center for People in Need has received a $290,000 three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to train refugee women to start home-based child care businesses.

The Job Opportunity for Low Income Individuals Projects grant will train refugee women in child care, help them get licensed, and help them start home-based child care businesses. The Centers partners on the project are Providers Network and the Good Neighbor Center.

The funds will allow the Center and its partners to offer the “New Opportunities Child Care Program,” a Self-Employment/ Microenterprise Strategy project.

“New Opportunities” will teach refugee women about child development, nutrition, CPR, child safety, and local, state, and federal child care laws. Participants will learn how to run a home-based child care business, and be helped to acquire English language skills over the course of the 16-week program. It is estimated the program will train up to 120 refugees and help 72 of them become licensed home-based child care providers over the next three years. Between 75 and 100 addi-

The Center for People in Need, 3901 N. 27th St., Unit 1, provides comprehensive services and opportunities to support lowincome, high needs families and individuals as they strive to lift tional people will be enabled to seek employment as a result of the increased availability of child care.

“This child care project will mean a world of difference to Lincolns’ refugee community,” said Beatty Brasch, executive director of the Center for People in Need. “The project will give these women a source of income, and alleviate their reliance on public assistance. Owning a home-based child care business is a proven strategy for achieving sustainable income, leading to economic selfsufficiency. By starting such a business, these clients will also become vital service providers for their friends and neighbors.”

U.S. Senator Ben Nelson, Mayor Chris Beutler, and the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners wrote letters of support for the project application.

The Department of Health and Human Services expected to award only four of these grants in the country this year. The Center for People in Need is honored to receive one of them.

themselves out of poverty and achieve economic self-sufficiency.

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Protect Yourself From Bad Leftovers

by Christopher Weishaar, ISU Extension Communications Specialist

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any consumers don’t realize how quickly food leftovers can become unsafe and cause foodborne illnesses. That’s why a giant, red #4 has arrived with the message “after four days, throw it away!”

The “4-Day Throw Away” campaign, which features the #4 as its mascot, is educating consumers about the dangers of foodborne illnesses and the four-day guideline for eating, freezing or throwing away leftovers. It is funded by a United States Department of Agriculture grant and is a partnership between Iowa State

University (ISU) Extension and University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Extension.

“We discovered that many consumers are keeping and eating leftovers well past the recommended amount of time, which can lead to foodborne illnesses,” said Julie Albrecht, UNL Extension food specialist. “The campaign aims to not only make them aware of the four-day guideline, but also get them to start practicing it in their homes.”

The campaign is launching just in time for one of the biggest leftovers-producing holidays, Thanksgiving, and will continue through other food-heavy holidays and events like Christmas, New Year’s and the Super Bowl.

Albrecht said 25-to-40-year-old parents of young children are a key target for the campaign. The campaign message is being supported through traditional channels, but also has a social media presence on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

“We really wanted to reach this audience online where they spend their time, but also give them the opportunity to have a conversation about food safety and ask questions of our experts,”

Praise versus Encouragement:

by Robyn H. Friend, Ed.S, LMHP Child & Family Therapist

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here is a long-standing debate between the benefits of praise versus encouragement. Praise focuses on the outcome while encouragement focuses on the effort. While both are positive and healthy for children to receive, many experts agree that parents and educators should emphasize encouragement over praise to build self-confidence and independence in children.

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This focuses on the outcome. On the other hand, given the same scenario, using encouragement you might say, “Great effort! I’m proud you worked so hard out there!” This focuses on the effort. Both praise and encouragement might be fine when your child’s team is winning. But, if you always convey that you are proud because of the win, when the child fails to do so, he is sure to look at

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The red #4 mascot will visit select grocery stores in the Omaha, Neb.–Council Bluffs, Iowa, area; Cedar Rapids–Iowa City, Iowa area; and Kearney, Neb., area during the campaign.

The #4 also stars in a series of four videos portraying common leftovers bad practices where intervention by #4 keeps families safe from foodborne illnesses.

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How to Recognize Your Child’s Success

his loss as a personal failure.

If you make a habit of using encouragement and focusing on the effort, winning or losing, getting that ‘A’ in school or perhaps something less, as long as the child did his best, he will know you are proud.

To take this one step further, in the above example, mom states how proud she is of her son. We all love telling our children how proud we are of them, and I definitely don’t recommend stopping. However,

another way to build self-esteem and independence in children is to help them learn how to be proud of themselves. Sometimes, instead of saying, “I’m so proud of you”, you might want to try, “You must be so proud of yourself”. This helps children look for internal satisfaction as opposed to solely seeking external reinforcement.

We will always want to tell our children just how proud they make us! But, try adding this twist on it every once in a while. You’ll be surprised just how satisfied you will feel when they respond, “Yeah, I am proud of myself!

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Kids and Food: 10 Tips for Parents Submitted by Toni Sizemore, Operations Liaison, Medicaid Coventry Nebraska

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t’s no surprise that parents might need some help understanding what it means to eat healthy. From the MyPlate food guide to the latest food fad, it can be awfully confusing.

The good news is that you don’t need a degree in nutrition to raise healthy kids. Following some basic guidelines can help you encourage your kids to eat right and maintain a healthy weight.

Here are 10 key rules to live by: 1. Parents control the supply lines. You decide which foods to buy and when to serve them.

Though kids will pester their parents for less nutritious foods, adults should be in charge when deciding which foods are regularly stocked in the house. Kids won’t go hungry. They’ll eat what’s available in the cupboard and fridge at home. If their favorite snack isn’t all that nutritious, you can still buy it once in a while so they don’t feel deprived.

2. From the foods you offer, kids get to choose what they will eat or whether to eat at all. Kids need to have some say in the matter. From the selections you offer, let them choose what to eat and how much of it they want. This may seem like a little too much freedom. But if you follow step 1, your kids will be choosing only from the foods you buy and serve.

3. Quit the “clean-plate club.”

Let kids stop eating when they feel they’ve had enough. Lots of parents grew up under the clean-plate rule, but that approach doesn’t help kids listen to their own bodies when they feel full. When kids notice and respond to feelings of fullness, they’re less likely to overeat.

4. Start them young. Food preferences are developed early in life, so offer variety. Likes and dislikes begin forming even when kids are babies. You may need to serve a new food on several different occasions for a child to accept it. Don’t force a child to eat, but offer a few bites. With older kids, ask them to try one bite.

5. Rewrite the kids’ menu.

Who says kids only want to eat hot dogs, pizza, burgers, and macaroni and cheese? When eating out, let your kids try new foods and they might surprise you with their willingness to experiment. You can

start by letting them try a little of whatever you ordered or ordering an appetizer for them to try.

6. Drink calories count. Soda and other sweetened drinks add extra calories and get in the way of good nutrition. Water and milk are the best drinks for kids. Juice is fine when it’s 100%, but kids don’t need much of it — 4 to 6 ounces a day is enough for preschoolers.

7. Put sweets in their place.

Occasional sweets are fine, but don’t turn dessert into the main reason for eating dinner. When dessert is the prize for eating dinner, kids naturally place more value on the cupcake than the broccoli. Try to stay neutral about foods.

8. Food is not love. Find better ways to say “I love you.” When foods are used to reward kids and show affection, they may start using food to cope with stress or other emotions. Offer hugs, praise, and attention instead of food treats.

9. Kids do as you do. Be a role model and eat healthy yourself.

When trying to teach good eating habits, try to set the best example possible.

Choose nutritious snacks, eat at the table, and don’t skip meals.

10. Limit TV and computer time. When you do, you’ll avoid mindless snacking and encourage activity. Research has shown that kids who cut down on TV-watching also reduced their percentage of body fat. When TV and computer time are limited, they’ll find more active things to do. And limiting “screen time” means you’ll have more time to be active together.

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Why Can’t My Child Read? Is It Dyslexia?

by Sharon O’Neal Nebraska Dyslexia Association

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hen a child can’t do something, parents worry. Not every child is athletic or social, but when a child has problems reading, parents should be concerned. Reading is important for functioning in society and it’s especially critical for school children who must be able to read in order to do their math, social studies, etc.

When a child has difficulty with language skills, particularly reading, it could be dyslexia. But difficulty with reading is only one symptom of dyslexia.

Other symptoms include problems with: • Learning to speak • Organizing written and spoken language • Learning letters and their sounds • Memorizing number facts

• Spelling • Learning a foreign language Studies show that brains of individuals with dyslexia function differently. Not poorly, just differently. They aren’t dumb or lazy. They often have above-average intelligence and are highly creative.

Some successful, creative dyslexics include Albert Einstein and Walt Disney.

Scientists have demonstrated that appropriate interventions, especially the use of multi-sensory techniques, help individuals with dyslexia increase brain pathways and learn skills to overcome the challenges of dyslexia.

Let’s correct two common myths about dyslexia.

Myth: A child who reverses letters has dyslexia.

Fact: Lots of children reverse letters, but may not be dyslexic.

Dyslexia is a language processing disorder that creates difficulty associating the correct sound with

a particular letter.

Myth: A child will outgrow dyslexia.

Fact: Because dyslexia results from differences in the way the brain processes language, it is a lifelong disorder. Adult symptoms include slow reading, spelling difficulties, mispronunciations, and challenges with reading comprehension.

Dyslexia is a complex, language-based learning disability that requires formal testing to confirm. In Nebraska, a child with dyslexia must be labeled “learning disabled” by a qualified specialist

to get special educational services in school. Schools also use “response-to-intervention” programs to identify and help children who have language problems before they fall too far behind.

It’s important to remember that not all children who struggle with reading have dyslexia. Some children just need more help learning or, more importantly, a different style of teaching.

If your child is having difficulty with reading and other language skills, begin with your child’s school. The child’s teacher, the special education coordinator, speech language specialist, or school psychologist can provide guidance about how children are evaluated and what school services are available.

Resources and information are also available from the Nebraska Dyslexia Association in Lincoln at 402.434.6434 or info@ne-ida.com or www.ne-ida.com.

Workshop to Deal with Bullying Inside and Outside the Classroom

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workshop dealing with bullying inside and outside of the classroom will be facilitated November 5 by Dr. Susan Swearer and RESPECT2 at the International Quilt Museum, 33rd and Holdredge Streets, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This workshop is open to both teachers and parents. Omahabased RESPECT2, an educational organization, uses theater and role-playing to address issues of bullying and harassment.

RESPECT2 will both perform and role-play with participants.

Dr. Susan Swearer (UNL) will address practical resources that parents and teachers can use; many from her book entitled Bullying Prevention and Intervention: Realistic Strategies for Schools.

The workshop fee is $15.

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can bring your payment to the workshop.

“The Shape of a Girl” will be performed November 7 at the Johnny Carson Theater.

Tenth grader Braidie and her friends have been victimizing a classmate since 2nd grade, but now Braidie is starting to worry that the bullying is going too far.

Swearer’s book. This workshop is being held in conjunction with the matinee and evening performance of “The Shape of a Girl.”

For information, or to register, contact Nancy Engen-Wedin at nengenwe@unlnotes.unl.edu or 402-472-4707 OR email your full name, mailing address, cell phone (needed for emergencies only) and email address to nengenwe@unlnotes.unl.edu. You

Should she speak up and risk becoming an outsider or become a silent bystander and watch the physical violence unfold?

The “Shape of a Girl” is a dynamic one-woman play that examines the frightening realities of teenage relationships, aggression and bullying.

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Learning Difficulties Shaped My Life

by Dr. Ken Gibson, Founder of LearningRx

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arbara was a cute kid, alright. She had braided brown hair, a splash of freckles and laughing blue eyes.

And she was good at dodgeball.

When you’re in third grade, that’s a real plus. Barbara was also the brightest girl in my class. And the best reader. Even better, our seats were next to each other.

Considering how much I struggled to read a paragraph or write a paper, it seemed like a match made in heaven. For a dyslexic third grade boy, developing a crush on the smartest girl in class is almost better than winning the lottery!

Unfortunately, most of my struggles didn’t have such obvious (or pleasant) solutions.

For half of my life, I worked hard to compensate for difficulties reading, writing and even pronouncing certain words (believe it or not, I was in my 20’s before I could confidently say the word aluminum!). I tested high in IQ, but I was always in remedial reading groups, and even there I struggled to keep up! My struggles influenced my relationships. They limited the classes I took in school (anything that required a lot of reading or writing was out of the question!).

They even determined the career I chose (I dreamed of being a lawyer until I realized how much reading and writing attorneys have to do!)

In other words, what I couldn’t do shaped my life far more than what I could or even wanted to do.

My point is this: You might think that what you don’t know can’t hurt you. But that’s not true. I didn’t know that my struggles were being caused by a handful of weak cognitive skills (which are the underlying brain skills that make learning and thinking possible). And what I “didn’t know� was hurting me a lot, limiting my choices, undermining my confidence and making life a lot more difficult than it needed to be.

Brain Training Principle #1 Thanks to something called “neuroplasticity,� intelligence and brain skills are NEVER set in stone. They can ALWAYS be upgraded.

Years ago, brain science was a mystery. Today, we understand so much more about the amazing organic computer between our ears. For instance, today we know that: Our brains have the lifelong ability to reorganize, reroute and strengthen neural pathways (and even create brand new ones!)

These neural pathways collect and process information, make up the IQ, and determine how well we learn and perform in every area of our lives. Because the brain can always adapt (and even create) neural pathways, our mental abilities (and even IQ!) are never “set in stone�—they can always be upgraded and improved! The scientific word for all this is “neuroplasticity,� which refers to the brain’s ability to adapt and create.

What it means in practical terms is very simple: Anyone can have the benefits of a faster, smarter brain.

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Lincoln Kids!

WE SAID WE WERE ADDING EVEN... MORE FUN! ...HERE IT IS! Lincoln’s Best Indoor Fun Center: • • • • • • • • • • •

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Ages 2 to Adult udance@windstream.net dance4uda.com Vivian Ball & Angela Beery BFA’s in dance education and performance with over 25 years experience teaching dance excellence.

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Lost in Fun at 15th & Yankee Hill Rd • 402-261-0440

www.lostinfun.com

8431 Cody Drive (15th & Yankee Hill Rd)

402-261-0440

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Lost in Fun at 15th & Yankee Hill Rd • 402-261-0440

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Hours: Mon-Thur 10am-9pm, Fri-Sat 10am-9:30pm, Sun 11am-8pm

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48th & R • 400 N 48th St, Ste C01

402.477.5900

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Bunk With the Beasts Winter Weekends at the Zoo!

Join Now

Zoo is Open December 3 and 10 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pictures with Santa, fun activities, train rides and more.

Admission: Adults $5.25 Children $3.50 Members Free.

Memberships Make Great Gifts!

Visit our website to find out more!

lincolnzoo.org

Zoo Sprouts Wild Cooking Classes For kids 3-5 and their favorite adult Create some tasty treats, get a unique animal experience and make memories that you will always remember!

See our website for more details on class times and prices.

lincolnzoo.org

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402-475-6741

Overnights at the Zoo, great for any group of 20 or more.

• Scouts • Youth • School • Birthday Parties

Visit our website to find out more!

lincolnzoo.org

November, December, January Ads, Articles & Events Directories for Children’s Birthdays, Lessons, Childcare & Restaurants Childrens Consignment

Birthday Parties Are Just Part of the Fun Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Party Packages Include the Following: • Admission to Activity Center Per Participant • Reserved Area and Associated Cleanup • One Ice Cream Cup Per Guest • Includes Party Plates, Utensils, Napkins & a Party Hat • One Rock Climbing Wall Simulator Pass per Participant • A Commemorative T-shirt for the Birthday Girl or Boy

$60 per Party of Ten. $3 each additional person up to a maximum of 30 people per 90 minute session.

We also have ice skating and sledding! Plus, from now until April 30th all cabins and lodge rooms are 30% off Sunday – Thurday. No holidays or weekends.

For more information, call 402-944-2523, Ext. 7122 or go to www.OutdoorNebraska.org 20 minutes from Lincoln on I-80, Exit 426. Park Entry Permit Required.

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Lincoln Kids!

“Polar Express”

by Taylon Haecker

“Don’t Steal Christmas!”

by Skylar Thompson, Age 10

Bowling, Birthdays and More.....!

BOWLING BIRTHDAY PARTIES

FOR ALL AGES.

Discover Lincoln’s HIDDEN FUN SPOT . Individual or group rates. Party area and game room available.

Clean non-smoking, non-alcohol environment the whole family will enjoy! Call us today for the details.

Downtown in the Haymarket at: 701 P Street • 474-1010 or our South Lincoln store at: 4107 Pioneer Woods • 486-1010 www.paintyourselfsilly.net Page 22 • lincolnkidsinc.com

Lanes ‘N Games Home of the 2009 NCAA Women’s Bowling Champions Nebraska East Union located on UNL-East Campus

472-1751 Call today for available times!

Lincoln Kids!

Children’s Lessons Directory Prices & Specials subject to change without notice.

Name

Instruction Martial Arts

Aikido of Nebraska Alice Bowen

Piano

Program Martial arts transforms lives, so put its power to work for your child. Non-aggressive, non-violent self-defense training for children.

Location(s) & phone 33rd & Pioneers • 402-261-6655

Private lessons include theory classes with ensembles and performance opportunities. Group lessons available for beginners.

Ages 4–Adult. Call for more information or an interview.

aikidonebraska.org

2501 South 20th St. • 402-435-0386

Art Planet

Culinary/Art

Art classes for kids, preschool to high school. Homeschool Art Club Friday afternoons is still accepting students! Individualized art classes for kids with special needs. Classes are formed based upon interest and age levels. Please contact Tamara to get on the list.

Classes held at Art & Soul, 56th & Pine Lake Rd. Visit our website at: artplanetlincoln.com or call Tamara Weber at 402-610-2295

Art & Soul

Art/Cooking

Art and cooking classes for kids of all ages (adults too!). After School Art Clubs, Homeschool Art Lessons, Classes for kids with special needs. Experienced instructors, small class sizes, and a fun atmosphere. Private lessons available.

5740 Hidcote Dr. (56th & Pine Lake Rd)

Atkinson Music Studio

Violin & Viola

Private Suzuki and modified violin and viola lessons.

All levels. Over 20 years experience. Laura Atkinson.

402-483-1744

web:

lincolnartandsoul.com

South Central • 402-474-0302 Lincoln

Bailey Music Studio

Flute, Piano, Beginning Band

Private Lessons integrated with music history, theory, and composition for all ages. Master of Music with 15 years of experience. First lesson is FREE! Contact Jennifer Bailey for more information.

27th & South Street Area

Blue Raven Music Studio

Guitar, Bass Piano & More

Guitar, Bass, Piano, Drum, Mandolin, Banjo, Violin, Viola, Voice & Harmonica instruction for all ages. All styles taught beginners–advanced. Fun, positive learning environment.

Band/Orchestra Instrument Rentals! Reduced rate classes for kids ages 5–8.

3835 South 48th St. (across from Union College)

Campus Recreation

Swimming

Capital City Gymnastics

Gymnastics

Childrenʼs Music Academy at Harris Music Studio

Early Childhood Piano

Christie Taege

Tutoring

Christina Emra Buchholz

Piano

Lincoln Music Teachers Assn.

Music Lessons

Harris Music Studio LearningRx

Music Lessons & Classes Learning & Reading

Lincoln Community Playhouse

Miss Heather’s Violin Studio Motions Dance Academy, LLC

Theatre

Gymnastics classes for boys & girls ages 2 through 18.

We promote an “I can do” attitude, building not only overall physical skills, but also “life skills”.

FREE Preview Classes! Benefitting thousands of young music students nationwide, Children’s Music Academy students partner with parents in a unique, action-packed classroom setting.

Experienced, university-trained music educators provide quality, positive instruction.

Youth Actorsʼ Academy of Lincoln

Performing Arts Dance/

Cheer & Theater

5030 N. 57th • 402-464-9692 www.capitalcitygymnastics.net 2935 Pine Lake Rd (across from South Pointe Mall)

402-423-7121 •

cctaege@earthlink.net Call Christina at the Piano Studio

One-Day Workshops: Musical Theatre: Acting through Song (10-14 yr olds) Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011 9am-2pm. Drawing Comics–Veteran Marvel artist, Bob Hall, teaches graphic storytelling (12-18 yr olds) Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012 10am-3pm. Class:Itty Bitty Actors: Snow Stories (4-6 years) Saturdays January 14, 21, 28, & February 4th 9:00-10:00am. More classes to be added!

Professional instruction in our NEW facility! Private lessons, group classes, chamber music, music technology, recitals, etc. Making music fun in a positive learning environment! Violin, fiddle, viola, acoustic & electric guitar, piano, mandolin, synthesizer, music technology, string bass, cello. Ages 3-adult. Home of the Spitfire Fiddle Band. Call Nissa today!

TaekwonDo lessons, life skills and personal development taught by Internationally Certified Instructors. For ages 4 plus.

Starter Course for only $29! Call for details.

Youth Actors' Academy of Lincoln (YAAL), is a non-profit organization which provides beginning to advanced performing arts classes and performances.

Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Repertory, Cheerleading, Hip-Hop, Creative Movement for 3-4 year olds, Wee Go Together for 2-3 year olds & their mom/dad/or special friend, plus Musical Theater!

402-489-3140

emra@inebraska.com Recorded LMTA Information Line:

402-441-0220 website: www.LMTA.info

PRIVATE and GROUP music instruction for Piano, Voice, Guitar, Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon, Trumpet, Theatre, Kindermusik, Children’s Music Academy, and Birthday Parties.

Multiple, university-trained instructors provide convenient scheduling for the entire family!

Cognitive skills, math & reading programs for students struggling in school with attention, comprehension, memory or reading. Personal 1-on-1 training. 3-6 month programs. At least a 2-year improvement guaranteed!

www.HarrisMusicStudio.com

5416 S. Dove Lane • 402-421-2724

Access our website to view a Directory of Teachers; ask about attending a meeting as our guest or to be contacted about joining.

Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical and Hip-Hop. Studio directed by Melissa Prettyman Meranda, B.A. in dance from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Come and experience your child's passion for dance!

Martial Arts

Mabel Lee Hall Pool, University of Nebr

Find a Music Teacher: LMTA welcomes teachers in all disciplines.

Dance

Tiger Rock Academy

UNL Campus 402-472-3467

PAINLESS PIANO lessons for beginners. All ages welcome.

Try our short starter course during school vacations!

Beginning group and private lessons available from a Master Piano Teacher.

Twenty-five years of musical experience teaching all levels–including gifted and highly gifted students and students with learning disabilities.

Gain exposure to many styles of music while learning commitment, integrity and having fun. Ask about our “paid to practice” program.

Violin, Viola Guitar, Piano, Bass

402-486-0599 blueravenmusic.com

Individual lessons tailored to match your child’s skills and learning style.

Various elementary & middle school subjects available. Former Lincoln Public School’s teacher with Bachelor and Master’s degrees from the University of Nebraska.

Violin, Viola, Voice

Nissaʼs String Studio

Universal Dance Academy

Individual, group, and parent/child swim lessons.

Red Cross levels I-V. Ongoing sessions.

402-484-6809

2935 Pine Lake Rd (across from South Pointe Mall)

402-423-7121 •

HarrisMusicStudio.com

5555 South 48th • 402-477-5111 (6 training locations)

www.learningrx.com

Visit our website for more information

lincolnplayhouse.com 402-484-7284 27th & Old Cheney area 8200 Cody Dr., Suite L (one block north of 14th & (402) 420-0579 www.motionsdance.net

Yankee Hill Rd.)

3900 South Street 402-440-1473

www.stringstudio.com

8222 Holdrege Street 8444 Executive Woods Drive 402-483-1011 5900 S 85th St, Suite 100 and in Firth, NE

(402) 450-9823 web: youthactorsacademy.org 400 N. 48th Street • Suite C01 402-477-5900 Winter 2011 Page 23

Lincoln Kids!

...plus private school, preschool and after school Directory Name Academic Advantage Child Development Center Aspen Child Development Center

CEDARS

Area of Town Central/South

Program Educational childcare facility offering care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Benefits include: classroom style facilities, year round preschool programs, summer camps, transportation to schools, educated teachers, video security, on-site owners.

Hours: 6:30AM – 6PM, Monday–Friday (all three facilities). e-mail: info@aacdc.com

Southeast

6:30am-6:00pm, Monday through Friday. 91st and Pine Lake Rd. area.

Nature at our doorstep! 6 wks – 12 yrs with transportation to local schools.

Discounts with specific local businesses.

North Central, Airpark & Downtown

Focusing on school readiness, we offer secure, nurturing environments to children ages 6wks–12yrs. Includes before & after school programs at Clinton and Hartley Schools.

Programs are accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) &/or the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Title XX accepted. Call now to enroll your child today!

Central

College View Academy

South

CVA is a Christ centered Preschool. We provide 3 program options including all day. Teachers encourage learning through socializing as well as a variety of hands-on experiences and learning centers.

South

New facility. High-quality care & Early Childhood Education Program for ages 6wks-12 yrs. Open 7am-6pm, Mon.–Fri. Theme based curriculum–developmentally appropriate for each age group.

Enhancement of your child’s intellectual, physical, social & emotional well-being. Sign-language, music, & hands-on projects in a fun, safe, secure environment. Large Playground with a 5-slide structure. Healthy snacks/meals provided. Educated teachers. Title XX accepted.

Colorful Minds Child Development Center

Craneview Kids Daycare Center Dimensions Early Education Programs @ First-Plymouth

Dual Language Preschool

Northeast Central South

630 N. Cotner Blvd. #200 (behind Westfield Mall) 402-465-4769 • 6021 S. 56th Street (south of 56th & Old Cheney) 402-420-5440 • 7301 S. 15th Street (south of 14th & Pine Lake) 402-421-7301

402-483-5511 • 9300 Heritage Lakes Drive aspencdc.com

Christ Kids provides quality programming by an experienced and trained staff, taught with a Christian perspective. Infants – 5th grade. Children grow academically, physically, socially and spiritually. Our safe, nurturing environment with small class sizes makes this a great place for kids. Registering for half-day preschool. Contact: Infants-Age 5 full-day childcare.

Christ Kids Child Care

Preschool

Location(s) & phone

Open 6am-6pm. Ages 6wks to 12 yrs. Accepting Title XX. Age appropriate curriculums. Parent Involvement. Director: Andrea Lenhoff. Owner: Gina Email: craneviewkids@hotmail.com Web: www.craneviewkids.com

402-434-KIDS (5437) cedars-kids.org Centrally located at 43rd and Sumner St 402-483-7774 ext. 110 www.christschools.org

5240 Calvert

402-483-1181 7244 S. 29th St. • 402-421-MIND (6463)

www.colorfulminds.net

4330 Cornhusker Hwy

(402) 464-0174

Quality early education program using Dimensions Educational Foundation Research program for children 6 weeks–preschool. Summer programs for K–5th grade. Visit dimensionsfoundation.org for information or online forms. Openings available!

located in First-Plymouth Church, 20th & D Sts.

Our thematic content supports language development in both English & Spanish and allows preschoolers of all language backgrounds to have fun while playing & learning kindergarten readiness skills. Openings currently available! M/W/F, 9–11:30 a.m.

Irving Rec Center, 2010 Van Dorn, 402-441-7954, or parks.lincoln.ne.gov

402-476-8304

Highlands Academy

Northwest

Child Development & Family Resource Center.

Ages 6 wks–12 years. Full time Care.

Preschool Curriculum. Special Parents Night!

5901 NW 1st Street 402-476-2223

Immanuel Lutheran

Central

A caring and loving environment for your child to grow.

2001 South 11th Street 402-474-6275

Preschool

Kellyʼs Kids Learning and Development Center

Kids Imagination Station Krayon Campus La Petite Academy

Northwest Near South Central South/Central

Newer child care center featuring developmentally appropriate curriculum, healthy homemade meals, caring teachers, & a larger outdoor play area.

Ages 6wks-5 years accepted, open 7am-6pm M-F. Title XX assistance accepted.

Ages 6 weeks – 11. Licensed childcare, pre-school program, school-age Homework help. Theme based curriculum. Open 6:30AM–6:00PM. Child development centers that care for your child’s Individual needs.

Ages 6 Weeks–12 Years. Curriculum Based. Nutritious Hot Meals. Title XX accepted. Transportation to LPS area schools. Open Monday–Friday 6:30am-6pm.

La Petite Academy has been inspiring children for over 40 years. Our high quality early education programs are individually designed for children 6 weeks–age 12.

Open 6-6 M- F. Title XX. AM & PM transportation to area schools. Ask about our Summer, Moms Day Out, and other Extra Enrichment programs. www.lapetite.com

Little Learners Preschool and Academy

Southeast

Living Faith Daycare

Northeast

Nurturing Christian Environment. We accept children 6 wks to 12 years.

Follow USDA Food Program requirements. Before/after school care and summer program for school-aged children. Open 6:30am-5:30pm Mon-Fri.

Montessori School For Young Children

Central

Montessori prepared classrooms. Morning Toddler program for 18 mos–3 years.

Morning, afternoon or all day Preschool programs for ages 3–6. Spanish classes included in Preschool program. Music Therapy classes included for 18 mos–3 years.

Pioneers Park Nature Center Preschool

West

Animals + Plants + Hikes = learning through discovery + creating a lifelong connection to nature. Preschool and PreK classes.

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Academic-based, Christian preschool with Extended Care hours 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sanine Beck, Director

4901 NW 1st Street 402477-4901 www.kellyskidsldc.com 1320 &1338 South Street 402-475-0300 6001 Normal Blvd.

402-486-4847 6632 Taylor Park Drive • 402-488-3125 Vicky Jones–Director 2700 Jameson North • 402-421-3125 Lisa Jorgensen–Director

6400 S 70th St

• 402-840-1196

(70th & Hwy 2) • MyLittleLearners.com

5910 Holdrege St. 464-5410 4727 A Street • 402-489-4366 www.msyc.net West end of Pioneers Park 402-441.7895 parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter/preschool

Lincoln Kids! ...and this page has even more great places to know about.

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Name

Area of Town

Prairie Hill Learning Center Montessori

Far South

Location(s) & phone

Ages 18 mo. thru 8th grade. Open 7am-6pm. Care of farm animals, close to nature, family atmosphere. Elementary Program.

Nestled on 80 gorgeous acres east of Lincoln, we offer your child a special and unique experience. New facility. Spacious accommodations, developmental learning centers, and the natural setting of a country school all provide for a wholesome atmosphere.

Central

Christian based preschool for 3-5 year olds, three class options including 5 days a week. AM preschool from 8-11:30am. Children will enjoy art, songs/music, stories, learning centers & more. Across from Woods Pool. Email: rlpreschool@yahoo.com

510 S. 33rd • 402-477-1710

Infants-5th grade. Family friendly, faith-based early care & education program providing language/literacy and social/emotional development, creative arts, math, science & dance. All in a safe, nurturing environment. Title XX accepted.

Transportation provided to area schools. Call for a tour or more information.

8550 Pioneers Blvd. • 402-489-6051 www.stmarks.org

St. Mark’s Preschool/KIDZONE inc.

Southeast

Sandeeʼs Place Childcare

Central

A clear case of quality childcare for children 6 wks–13 years old.

Great program for the whole child. Caring staff that helps support the working parent!

Open 6am–5:30pm, Mon-Fri. Preschool & School age program.

The Childʼs View

South

Open 7:15 to 5:45 pm. Ages 18 months to 6 years. Part time or full time.

Professionally Certified/Degreed staff.

Montessori

Trinity Infant & Child Care Centers

7 miles South of Lincoln on Hwy 77

402-438-6668 www.prairiehill.com

East

Prairieview Preschool Redeemer Lutheran Preschool

Program

Near Downtown & Far South (new!)

Westminster Preschool

South

Williamsburg Village

South

Child Development Center

143rd “O” St. • 402-488-0012 Kitra Deger-Director

www.redeemerlincoln.org

3101 “C” St. 402-476-KIDS (5437) Web: Sandeesplacechildcare.com

3341 Pioneers Blvd.

402-484-8277

Trinity provides a developmentally appropriate child care program for children ages 6wks-12yrs.

Family friendly center offers daily music, art, literacy, outdoor play, field trips, dance, & home cooked meals. New 2nd location! Trinity Child Care at Village Gardens at 56th & Pine Lake Rd. Call today!

1345 S. 16th • 402-475-9731 7130 Kentwell Lane • 402-421-0184

Westminster Presbyterian Church 2110 Sheridan Blvd. 402-475-6702 ext 103 wpslincoln.org

Quality, licensed Christian preschool educational program for children 3 – 5 years old. 5 different AM and PM classes. Extended care open 7:30am-9am & 11:30am to 5:30pm. Both school year and summer classes available. NAEYC accredited, Literacy focused, family friendly program for children 6wks-12yrs. Theme based curriculum offering many special family events, dance, & nutritious meals prepared on-site. M-F 6:30am – 6pm. Director/owner is a nurse practitioner.

3301 Orwell St.

402-423-KIDS (5437)

Family Friendly Restaurants & WKhiderefoMKreidFarelsDCeaanlsEat e

Prices & Specials subject to change without notice.

Name

Type of Food American Grill

Applebeeʼs Amigos/

Kings Classic

Mexican & American

Great Harvest Bread Company

Breads, Sweets & Lunch

Greenfieldʼs

Family

Pancake House & Restaurant

Grisantiʼs

Italian

Kid Specials

Location(s)

Kids’ meals are only 99¢ on Wednesdays!

Available for dine in only at participating Applebee’s locations.

Good toward kids’ meal items for children 12 and under.

Fast & Friendly place for the family. 6 Kids’ Meals to choose from – Cheesy Burritos to Cheeseburgers to Chicken Bites. Meals include drink, fries, and an ice cream treat! Half price Kid’s Meal EVERY DAY from 5–7pm with $4 adult purchase.

40th & Old Cheney • Westfield Gateway Mall 3951 N. 27th Street • 11th & ‘O’ Downtown 5701 NW 1st, 29th & Cornhusker, 48th & Leighton, 4700 W. Huntington, 63rd & Havelock, Coddington & West A, 5650 N. 33rd., 14th & Q, 27th & Capitol, 55th & O, Westfield Mall, 70th & A, 16th & South, 14th & Hwy 2, 14th & Pine Lake Rd., 56th & Old Cheney

Made-from-scratch whole grain breads & sweets. Kid-friendly whole grain sandwiches, fresh bread for lunch-packing, and great school snack ideas.

Special area just for kids. Kids receive free cookie after turning in a coloring sheet!

Espresso drinks for parents! Call about our tours!

The Best Breakfasts in Town.

Smiley Face Pancake, Eggs, Bacon French Toast, Chicken Fingers, Grilled Cheese & Burgers, too.

Bambino Nights: Monday nights kids ages 10 & under eat free from kid’s menu! One child per adult entree purchased. Between 4 p.m. and closing.

4815 Old Cheney Road • 402-421-0195 www.GreatHarvestLincoln.com 7900 South 84th (87th & Hwy 2 across from Walmart)

402-420-3232 • www.greenfieldsToGo.com

6820 “O” Street

•

402-464-8444

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Lincoln Kids!

Capital Birthday Ideas Party Directory Place

Prices & Specials subject to change without notice.

Fun Features

Art & Soul

Explore, Create & Indulge with a birthday party at Art & Soul! Choose from a variety of art and cooking projects for up to 12 kids. Everyone takes home a masterpiece!

Ager Indoor Play Center

The Active Party Place! Open hours and after hours rentals available. Special play areas for those 2 and under and 3 and over.

The Bead People

Add fun & creativity to your boy’s or girl’s birthday party by making The Bead People! We provide the beads, materials, and guidance for your party goers to make their very own 2 inch person. Each child takes home a unique “bead person” that they made themselves! No two are ever the same!

Lincoln Childrenʼs Museum

1300 S. 27th St 441-6788 (recorded info); 402-441-6792; web: parks.lincoln.ne.gov 402-421-6949 Nicci Walla

“We come to your location!”

or Visit www.thebeadpeople.org for more information.

5030 N. 57th • 402-464-9692

Best Birthday Parties Ever! Gold package includes a Party Hero, free t-shirt to decorate,

402-434-7066 www.championsfuncenter.com

mystery gift, two activities; choose from bowling, adventure maze, go-karts, mini golf, free fall or water wars, tokens, face painting or balloon animals, pizza & pop, dippin dots & cupcakes.

www.capitalcitygymnastics.net

Make Laser Quest Your Party Headquarters! Laser Quest, an interactive adventure game of laser tag and hide & seek, provides intense fun for birthday parties, team celebrations, family reunions and group events. Check us out www.laserquest.com

Laser Quest Larson Lifestye Center

5740 Hidcote Dr. (56th & Pine Lake Rd) 402-483-1744 web: lincolnartandsoul.com

A Birthday Party with 3 Party Package Options – Featuring a zip line, 18' inflatable slide, and 15'x15' bouncer. Plus, foam pit, trampoline and spring floor.

Inflatables also available for outside rental.

Capital City Gymnastics Champions Fun Center

Location(s) & phone

68th & “P” Street (East Park Plaza)

402-465-5522

Have your next pool party at Larson Lifestyleʼs Warm Water pool!

Variety of birthday party options to fit any budget. Join us for swimming and bring your gifts and cake for our party room. Call us today for more information.

Celebrate at the Museum! Birthday packages start at $70. Choose from a one-hour themed party room (Pirates, Princess, Cowboy, Cowgirl, & Safari). Includes balloons, party favors, drinks, & paper ware. Museum Members receive a 10% discount. Parties can be booked online at LincolnChildrensMuseum.org, in person, or by phone.

51st & Bancroft • 402-486-2525 www.larsonlifestylecenter.com 1420 P Street, Lincoln, NE LincolnChildrensMuseum.org

402-477-4000

8431 Cody Drive (15th & Yankee Hill)

Lost In Fun

Where the Outdoor comes in! All season indoor fun for all ages. Huge wooden playsets, foam pit, video games, giant inflatable jumpers, birthday rooms, snack area. Call or see our website for details.

LUX Center for the Arts

Celebrate at the LUX Center! Embrace your inner artist and choose from a variety of projects including: clay mugs or plates, screen printing t-shirts and tote bags, group painting and printmaking. Each guest makes their own piece of art!

Madsenʼs Bowling

Have a Bowling Party. Kids love our bumper bowling. Includes cake, pop, balloons and a “personalized” bowling pin gift for the birthday child! Ask about Jr. Pool & Bowling Leagues!

Mahoney State Park

Indoor Playground & Rock Climbing Simulator, $60 for package of ten. 90 minute sessions, $3 each additional person, 30 people max. Seasonal park activities! Call for details.

daily park entry permit or annual state park sticker required for entrance to the park.

PartyArty at Paint Yourself Silly! Come unleash your inner artist.

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Question Is there any significant data on a child’s state of mind depending on whether they are the oldest child, middle child or youngest child?

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They say learning a second language is good for your brain. I know children learn languages faster than adults do, but does that help children’s brains develop better?

Signed, parent of a 3-year-old.

Answer This week at my monthly professional lunch, I learned that one of the participants is multilingual.

When I questioned her about it, she told me that having learned a second language at a young age, the third was easier and the fourth even more so. Just as exercising your child’s body increases their physical abilities, so, too, does exercising your child’s brain. Children who learn a second language at a young age have enhanced spatial relations and problem solving skills as well as higher SAT scores, according to various sources. When your child learns a second language early, the brain is trained to be more flexible and more able to multitask and focus.

Beyond those advantages, I feel that in the world your child will occupy as an adult, being multilingual will assure him a more participatory place in society. Our country is becoming more diverse, and I often wish I could speak the language of those around me. Giving your child a second language will be good for our society as well as for him personally.

Question My 14-year-old daughter is constantly picking at her face. It is getting to be a problem with her acne,

Yes, therapy is a good idea. In addition to that, perhaps you could address some of the underlying problems of a more positive body image and socialization. Instead of exercise, could your daughter participate in a team sport? Have her see a dermatologist she likes, one who has an understanding of the psychological effects of acne.

She needs to be approached with positive, affirmative comments rather than criticism or admonitions.

Find her passion, an outside interest that can be encouraged. Her negative self-image is fueling her behaviors and should be addressed in positive ways.

Your awareness of and quick response to your daughter’s symptoms is to be commended. You have also seen the possible connection between the compulsive behaviors your daughter is exhibiting. All this has happened when she is at an age when help is the most beneficial.

It is difficult being an adolescent in any generation, but it appears to be increasingly difficult in the present climate of teenage demand for ultimate perfection. Children going through the transition to adulthood are often disappointed in their appearance. They find the imperfections of their bodies unbearable.

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The differences lie within each individual family, in which one child receives the most attention, the better education and even the best food.

The size of the family has an effect on differences between children. In a smaller family, there are more available resources to go around.

Your child’s state of mind can be affected by many things. The firstborn is de-throned by the arrival of the second child. This will affect the child’s later life, but the effect can be ameliorated by how the parents handle the situation. Someone compared the study of birth order differences with astrology. There are many elements other than birth order that affect our life paths. Your

parenting skills and your child’s particular strengths have a far greater influence on a healthy selfimage than birth order.

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She also complains that she is tired.

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Light On A Snowy Day

by Artie Knapp, www.artieknapp.com

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T WAS TWO DAYS before Christmas and young Maggie Dotson was already being told that her Christmas wish would not be coming true. Paxton she was told, would not be coming back.

A year before that December day an injured baby deer had been abandoned in the woods behind the Dotson’s home. So weak was the little deer, that he hadn’t the strength to run from Maggie’s father when he approached him.

As he carried the little deer towards their home, Maggie rushed outside and greeted her father with great excitement.

“Wow, a deer! What happened to him, Daddy?” asked Maggie.

“Well, I’m not sure how he managed to do it, but he mangled one of his hoofs pretty severely,” Mr. Dotson said.

Maggie leaned in to take a better look. “Poor little reindeer. Can we keep him, Daddy?”

“First of all, he’s a white-tailed deer,” laughed Mr. Dotson. “And no, we can’t keep him. He’s a wild animal, Maggie. I’ll do everything I can and then he’ll have to be set free.”

While gently rubbing the little deer’s nose it licked Maggie’s hand, which made her laugh. Mr. Dotson smiled and just shook his head. He proceeded to carry the little deer to the garage.

After Mr. Dotson carefully placed the little deer on the floor, he asked Maggie to go to the house and get his medical bag. The little deer was in luck. He was being attended to by James Dotson, local Veterinarian.

In what seemed like two seconds to Mr. Dotson, Maggie rushed inside the garage carrying his medical bag, and a handful of lettuce she had grabbed from the refrigerator. Maggie handed her father the bag, and then placed the lettuce by the little deer’s mouth but he wasn’t interested.

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“Why isn’t he hungry, Daddy?”

“Maybe he’s just too scared to eat right now.”

“I know what he needs,” Maggie said. “He needs carrots, because that’s what Santa’s reindeer like to eat.”

“He’ll get plenty of food, alright. Right now he just needs to have his hoof cleaned and bandaged.”

As Mr. Dotson placed a bandage around the little deer’s injured hoof, Maggie became excited as the little deer began to nibble on the lettuce. And then, she pointed out to her father that the little deer had markings above its eyes that looked like the sun. After a quick observation, Mr. Dotson was struck by how much the little deer’s markings did in fact resemble the sun with protruding rays of light.

It was dark outside and the temperature was quite cold. Despite her reluctance to leave the little deer, Maggie’s father convinced her that he would be safe in the garage. Maggie insisted that her father return with carrots and warm blankets for him. He promised he would.

After he turned off the light in the garage, Maggie turned to her father and said, “I’m going to name him Paxton, Daddy.”

“That’s a fine name for a deer, Maggie.”

“You really think so, Daddy?”

“Sure do.”

“Daddy?”

“Yes.” “Are you sure Paxton is going to be alright?”

“He’s going to be fine, Maggie. Now let’s get inside where it’s warm.”

Later that night Maggie could barely sleep. She kept getting up to view the garage from the window in her room. Even though she couldn’t see Paxton, looking out at the garage comforted her.

After she awoke the next morning, Maggie rushed down the stairs and was heading for the front door, when her mother asked her where she thought she was going.

“I’m going to go see Paxton, Mommy.”

“Not before you eat your breakfast, young lady.”

To the dissatisfaction of her mother, Maggie wolfed down her breakfast. She had two eggs, scrambled, and a piece of toast.

Her glass of orange juice never left the table.

“Where’s Daddy? Is he in the garage with Paxton?”

“Yes, he’s in the garage tending to your little….” Before Mrs. Dotson had finished her sentence, Maggie was out the door.

As Maggie darted into the garage she nearly knocked her father over.

“How’s Paxton, Daddy?”

“He’s doing fine, Maggie.”

“Is his hoof all better now?”

“Well, it’s going to take time to heal. Right now he just needs to work on getting his strength back.”

Paxton was very timid as Maggie approached him.

“Why is he afraid of me, Daddy?”

“He’s still not used to us. This is a strange place to him.”

But with time and persistence, Maggie finally gained the little deer’s trust. In fact, he was soon eating carrots right out of her hand.

And when the holidays were over and Maggie was back in school, she never left without feeding Paxton first thing every morning.

Mr. Dotson could see the bond that his daughter felt for the little deer. That scared him, though, because he knew Maggie would never be able to say goodbye. So when his hoof had finally healed, Mr. Dotson came home early one afternoon to set Paxton free.

When Maggie learned that her father had released Paxton, she was devastated. Mr. Dotson had believed it would be easier on Maggie that way, but he was wrong. His daughter never forgot the little deer and she called out to him every day, hoping he would hear her.

In time, though, Maggie did come to understand that deer are not like puppies, or kittens. She understood that wild animals, even little deer, need to be in their natural habitat. But that didn’t change how much Maggie cared for and missed Paxton.

Between the Dotson’s home and acres of woods lay a pond that always froze-solid in the winter months. It was a large pond, and many children would come over to ice-skate on it. But the pond hadn’t frozen over that winter yet, because the weather had been warmer than usual.

As Maggie stood by the pond one afternoon, it started to snow.

Mr. Dotson saw Maggie through the kitchen window and could tell she looked upset. Without having to ask what was wrong, he knew.

Mr. Dotson felt guilty about having not been more supportive of his daughter’s belief that she would see Paxton again. And even though he didn’t want to give her false hope, he realized that no longer mattered. Maggie was hurting and he wanted to help.

As Mr. Dotson walked outside to greet his daughter, he carried a pair of binoculars with him. He and Maggie would spend the next couple of hours in the woods,

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hese words are just a few used to describe what children experience in nature-filled outdoor classrooms springing up in more than 29 states across the country. This growing community of Certified Nature Explore Classrooms began right here in Nebraska at Dimensions Early Education Programs and will soon reach 100 strong.

Nature Explore Classrooms are unique in style and location. They can be found as part of early childhood programs, elementary schools, children’s museums, arboretums, domestic violence shelters, parks and zoos.

Yet each of these spaces have some

The Dimensions Certified Nature Explore Classroom is divided into two separate yards (Infant/Toddler and Preschool/School Age). Both yards include Building, Nature Art, Music, Sand, Dirt-Digging, Garden, Climbing and Crawling and Messy Materials Areas. The Preschool/School Age yard also includes a greenhouse and a pathway through plantings. Children use the outdoor space each day, all year long, even in inclement weather.

things in common. They all have been designed using research based principles and provide a place for naturefilled discovery and learning.

If you are interested in seeing a Certified Nature Explore Classroom in Lincoln visit one of the following: • Ruth Staples Child Development Lab at the University of Nebraska,

• First Lutheran Church First Learning Center, • Sheridan Elementary School, • Pioneers Park Nature Center, • Or, where it all began, Dimensions Early Education Programs located at First-Plymouth Church.

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As Mr. Dotson got a closer view of the buck, something stood out through the falling snow; it was where they searched for deer the markings tracks in the newly fallen above the buck’s snow. But as Mr. Dotson eyes. He handed had expected, their search the binoculars to came up empty. his daughter, and “I’m sorry we didn’t whispered if she have better luck, recognized anyMaggie.” thing special Maggie sadly nodded about the deer at her father, who was with antlers. now carrying her because Maggie immediher toes felt like popsiately recognized cles. But then something Check out Artie’s new book the markings on happened! As they were “Living Green” at www.artieknapp.com the buck as exiting the woods, two Paxton’s. With great excitement, deer were standing next to the Maggie called out to him, and then pond. One of the deer was female, the two deer darted away. She conand the other was a buck with tinued to call out to Paxton, who antlers. Based on the size of the briefly stopped in his tracks and deer, Maggie never considered looked back at her. After a few that either could be Paxton. But moments, he darted off again to her father quickly reminded her of catch up with the doe and then dishow much Paxton would have appeared into the woods. grown over the past year.

At first, Maggie felt happy, but As Maggie and her father edged her happiness soon turned to sadcloser to the pond, the doe quickly ness. She felt as if she had lost abandoned her attempt at a drink Paxton all over again. But her of water. The buck turned and saw father explained to her the gift she them staring in his direction. But had received in getting to see him the buck stood still, barely flinchonce more. ing. Maggie, who was no longer As Maggie stood next to her being held by her father, watched father, with the snow still falling, a as he peered through his binoculars.

carp jumped making a large splash in the pond. It had been a long day.

They went inside to unthaw from the cold.

Many years later when Maggie

told this story to her grandchildren, she reminded them that the best Christmas presents often aren’t found under a tree, but in your heart. the end

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Books, Classes & Lectures Tuesdays Paint Yourself Silly Preschool Story & Paint Time. 10:30AM. Read a story and then paint a piece of pottery relating to story. 4107 Pioneer Woods, Suite 103, 486-1010.

November 6 Lincoln LIteracy annual Scrabble Scramble, 1-5PM, UNL-East Campus Union Great Plains Room, 37th & Holdrege Sts. (402) 4767323; lincolnliteracy.org December 6 E.N. Thompson Forum lecture, Lied Center.

Pulse of the Plains: A Photographer’s Journey Connecting Water Wildlife and Landscape: Michael Forsberg, 7PM.

Art Planet Art & Soul, The Marketplace at Village Gardens, 56th and Pine Lake Road; 5740 Hidcote Drive; (402) 610-2295

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Winter Holiday Festivities!

Lancaster Event Center, 4100 N. 84th St.; (402) 441-6545; lancastereventcenter.com Lied Center, 301 North 12th St., (402) 472-4747; unl.edu/lied Pershing Center, 226 Centennial Mall South; (402) 441-8744; pershingcenter.com

November 3 Kiwanis Annual Pancake Festival, Pershing.

November 4 Salvation Army Harvest Festival, dinner, quilt, baked goods and basket auction beginning at 6PM. 2625 Potter St., $6/adults; $3.50 ages 2-11; under 2 free.

November 6 Joseph Hall, concert for Operation Santa Clause, 4PM, Uncle Ron’s Wild West Salon, 2137 Cornhusker Highway. Tickets available at KFOR, 3800 Cornhusker Highway.

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Registration required: $15/parent and one child, $5/additional child in same family.

Storybook art encourages pre-school children to love books and explore illustrations as they make their own hands-on creations Every Friday Homeschool Art Club, 2-3:30PM, $60 for four classes. K-12 instruction will be taught during same class. Siblings encouraged to attend together! Learn many different age appropriate drawing techniques from contour to cartooning!

After School Art Club $60 punch ticket good for four classes.

Monday evenings after school. Call or email if interested for a more complete class schedule.

November 20, December 18 “Cranestorm – Wishes in Flight” project. The goal is to fold and collect 36,000 origami cranes. Join us from 3-5PM to learn about and fold cranes for the project! Visit /www.biane.org/events/events.php to learn more about how you can participate.

November 20 Santa Cop Auction, Lincoln Police Union,.

Silent auction, noon. Live auction, 2:30PM. Proceeds buy toys for Christmas gifts for Lincoln children. Lancaster Event Center.

November 20 Music of Praise & Thanksgiving, 3PM, First Presbyterian Church, 840 S. 17th St., (402) 477-6037; fpclincoln.org November 21-January 3 “Photographs of Christmas Past,” Nebraska History Museum, 15th & P Sts.; nebraskahistory.org Beginning December 1 Candy House Funshop Workshops at Lincoln Children’s Museum. (see ad pg. 36) December 1-2 Holiday of Trees, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 10AM-8PM, 2110 Sheridan Blvd., (402) 475-6702, $1.

December 1-4, 8-11 “A Christmas Carol,” McDonald Theatre, 50th & Huntington Ave. December 2 An Irish Christmas in America, 7PM, First United Methodist Church, 2723 N. 50th St. Tickets at firstumclincoln.org or call them for

SouthPointe Pavilions, 2910 Pine Lake Road, (402) 421-7979

Storytimes Monday & Friday 10:30AM, enjoy a free story time for age three and under Storytimes Saturdays 10:30AM, enjoy a free story time for age three and under, 5150 O St., (402) 466-7122.

November 4 Friendship Home Holiday Book Drive Launch Party, 4-8PM. Musical performance by Curt Bright of The String Beans, 6PM. The Young Actors Academy will feature a sneak preview of their upcoming performance of Beauty & The Beast (5:30PM, 8:00PM). A special Pajamarama Storytime will take place at 7PM, kids are invited to wear their PJ’s!

Indigo Bridge Books 701 P St., Ste. 102; 477-7770, Creamery Bldg. in Haymarket; indigobridgebooks.com

November 11 Join us at Indigo Bridge for IndiZOO, 1011AM, featuring animal-related stories, animal-based crafts and, of course, the animals!

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November 15 Altered Books: Release your inner artist and create a piece of unique art, using old books.

Materials provided but feel free to bring your own book, postcards, photos or other items you would like to use in your piece. For ages 10-17. 4-5PM, Eiseley Branch Library.

Preschool Storytime Through November at all library locations. A half-hour of books and activities for children ages three, four and five. Newcomers are always welcome! Visit the website for times and locations.

Saturdays Spanish/English Bilingual Story and Craft Hour. 1011AM. Intended for ages 4-8 but open to all.

Open Mic Night on Tuesdays Bring songs, poetry or anything else you'd like to perform and get in with this growing community of talented individuals, 7-9PM. First Friday Art and Music Indigo Bridge hosts fresh, new art and live music. Join us on your art walk to see some fabulous works in paint, photography, mixed-media and more. 6-9PM.

Playing with polymers at a Science Birthday Party hosted by Science Reconnect. See their listing in the Birthday Section on page 26.

more information at (402) 466-1906.

December 2 Lincoln Symphony Orchestra’s Deck The Halls, 7:30PM. Annual holiday pops features local choirs, celebrities, and dancers performing The Nutcracker. Lied Center.

December 3-4 and 10-11 Winter Weekends at the Zoo, Noon-4PM. Lincoln Children’s Zoo. (see ad pg. 21) December 4 Cocoa & Carols: Yuletide Family Festival, Kimball Recital Hall, 3 and 7:30PM. December 8 Celtic Tenors Christmas, Lied Center.

December 8 All ages Family Show w/Ryan & Friends. (full-time ventriloquist and comedian).

7:30PM, Rococo Theatre, 140 N 13th St., (402) 476-4467; rococotheatre.com December 10 CK Dance Academy: Polar Express and Favorite Christmas Carols Dance Show, 3:30PM, Lincoln Southeast High School Auditorium. (402) 423-4048.

December 10 “Amahl and the Night Visitors,” 1:30 and 4PM, Johnny Carson Theater, FREE.

December 11 Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas, 3PM, O’Donnell Auditorium, 50th & Huntington Ave. December 11 A Nebraska Brass Christmas, 3PM, Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 6001 A St. December 17 Lincoln Music Teachers Assocation Student Holiday Performance Event, 9:30AM to close at Westfield Gateway Mall.

December 17-18 “The Nutcracker Ballet,” Lied Center.

December 18 Elks 104th Annual Free Children’s Christmas Party, 1PM, Pershing.

December 18 An Abendmusik Christmas, 4PM. Abendmusik Chorus, Plymouth Brass and Plymouth Ringers sing treasured Christmas carols. First-Plymouth Church, 20th & D Sts. December 20 Christmas & All That Jazz, 7:30PM, Cornhusker Marriott, 333 S. 13th St. December 31 Make Believe Midnight Family New Year’s Eve Celebration at Lincoln Children’s Museum, 6:30-8:30PM. (see ad pg. 36)

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Toddler Storytime Through November. Toddler Time is for children aged 18 to 36 months and their parents or caregivers. A librarian reads aloud and leads adult-child pairs in activities. Visit the website for times and locations.

LUX Center for the Arts 2601 N. 48th St.; (402) 466-8692; luxcenter.org (see add page 4)

November 10, December 8, January 10 Pizza & Picasso for Families, $40 per session for up to 4 family members, $3/addditional person.

November 19-December 17 Mapping the World in Clay for ages 5-9, 24:30PM, November 19-December 17 Color Crazy for ages 10-13, 10-11:30AM,.

Dance & Music First Saturdays Contra Dances, Auld Pavilion, Antelope Park (1650 Memorial Drive). Doors open 7:30PM, lesson 7:45PM, dancing 8–10PM. Live music; callers direct you through simple and easy to learn steps. Suggested donation $6/adults, $4/students, children/FREE. First Fridays Ten Thousand Villages Drum Circle, begins at 7PM. Improvisational drum circle; join in or just enjoy! 140 N. 8th St. Monday Night Big Bands & Wednesday Night Lincoln Jazz Series Brewsky’s Jazz Underground, 201 N. 8th St., 7:30-10PM. Music, food and fun. Adults/$6; Students/$5; $3 if you bring an instrument and sit in.

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays Blazin’ Pianos, 9PM, at Brewsky’s in the Haymarket, 201 N. Eighth St. November 18 The Greencards, bluegrass, 7:30PM, 7th Street Loft, 504 S. 7th St., lafta.net/ December 2, 3 UNL Student Dance Project, 7:30PM, Mabel Lee Hall, Rm 304, 14th & Vine December 17 Monroe Crossing, bluegrass, 7th Street Loft, 504 S. 7th St., lafta.net/ January 23 The Romm Trio, First Presbyterian Church, 840 S. 17th St. February 3-5 Sesame Street Live: Elmo Makes Music, Pershing Center, 226 Centennial Mall South; (402) 441-8744; pershingcenter.com.

Abendmusik First-Plymouth Church, 2000 D St., 476-7565; abendmusik.org

November 6 Dona Nobis Pacem: A Tribute to our Veterans, 4PM. Doane College Choir, Abendmusik Chorus and Orchestra honor our veterans with beloved American music.

November 27 Handel’s Messiah, 4PM. Begin the holiday season with Nebraska’s professional choir, ABENDCHOR, and chamber orchestra, culminating with an audience sing along.

December 31 New Years Last Blast with the Plymouth Brass, 8PM. Join the Plymouth Brass and ring

in the New Year with songs old and new! An extended dessert and champagne intermission will help you celebrate the evening.

December 1 Big Red Singers & Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Kimball Recital Hall

Firefighters Reception Hall, 241 Victory Lane, (402) 475-7777; FreshStartHome.org; monicaz@freshstarthome.org

January 28 Luther College Nordic Choir, 7PM, from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa.

December 2 Chamber Singers, Sheldon Museum of Art, 5PM, FREE

January 28-29 34th Annual Lincoln Women’s Expo

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December 5 Faculty artists: Moran Woodwind Quintet, Kimball Recital Hall

(402) 472-4747, prices vary; unl.edu/lied

November 2 FamFest performance Tomas Kubinek November 4 Jazz performance Tiempo Libre November 7 Classical performance Munich Symphony December 8 World music, Celtic Tenors Christmas December 9 Cornhusker Marching Band Exhibition January 21 Broadway performance Young Frankenstein January 31 World music, Ladysmith Black Mambazo February 2-4 Broadway performance MAMMA MIA!

Lincoln Symphony Orchestra www.lincolnsymphony.org; (402) 476-2211

November 13 One Thousand And One Nights, Mark Markham, piano, 7:30PM, Lied Center .

December 2 Deck The Halls, Dr. Tyler G. White, conductor, 7:30PM. Lied Center for Performing Arts.

January 22 Lemony Snicket, Dr. Tyler G. White, conductor, 2PM, O’Donnell Auditorium. Experience a musical mystery with “The Composer is Dead,” music by Nathaniel Stookey and text

by Lemony Snicket, best known from his popular children’s books A Series of Unfortunate Events. Narrated by actor Tim Marrone, this concert introduces young audiences to the instruments in the orchestra.

UNL Events Events at Westbrook Recital Hall, 7:30PM, unless noted. medholm2@unl.edu; unl.edu/music; Advanced ticket sales, call the Lied Center Box Office at (402) 472-4747 or 800/432-3231.

November 2-3 Wet Ink! Student Composers, FREE. November 4, 10 Bach: Complete Works for Unaccompanied Violin and Cello Faculty artists: Julie Yoon, violin and Gregory Beaver, cello, St. Mark’s on the Campus, FREE November 11, 13 Opera: The Marriage of Figaro by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart November 14 Large Brass Ensembles, FREE November 15 Jazz Combos, FREE November 20 Student Chamberfest, 1:30, 4 and 7:30PM, Kimball Recital Hall, FREE November 29 Faculty artists: Chiara String Quintet, Kimball Recital Hall November 30 Wind Ensemble, Kimball Recital Hall

December 6 Jazz Orchestra & Big Band Jazz, Kimball Recital Hall December 7-8 Percussion Ensemble, Kimball Recital Hall December 8 Symphony Orchestra Brahms and More featuring faculty artist Rebecca Fischer, violin, Kimball Recital Hall December 9 Musical Theatre Showcase, FREE December 10 Symphonic Band, Kimball Recital Hall

NWU McDonald Theatre 51st and Huntington Ave., 465-2384; nebrwesleyan.edu

November 6 Women’s Choir, Men’s Glee, Touch of Class Jazz Choir Concert, free, 3PM, O'Donnell Auditorium November 11-12, December 9-10 Cabaret performance, NWU Studio Theatre

Fairs, Festivals, Sales, Shows (All events at Lancaster Event Center, 4100 N 84th St., unless noted.)

November 5-6, 19, December 3-4 KFOR Seasons of Crafts November 9 Craftacular 2011. The best and brightest artists, independent designers and crafters from Nebraska and beyond. Chez Hay Catering, 210 N. 14th St., (402) 489-7445; facebook.com/craftacular.show November 11-13 Take 2 Kids Sale. Newborn–teen, fall & winter clothing & shoes. All kinds of baby gear.

Maternity clothing & nursing items.

Children’s furniture. Books, videos, DVDs. Dance clothes and shoes. Children’s sports equipment. Toys and much more!

November 13-15 In Your Dreams Ensemble/Tribal Dreams Festival, Lincoln Woman’s Club November 18-20 Council Bluffs Kennel Club November 25-27 Turkey Chase Indoor Go Cart Racing November 26-27; January 21-22 Maverick Rodeos & Ropings. Timed Event Rodeos & Team Ropings. 9AM, FREE. December 6-8 Nebraska Power Farming Show January 6 25th Anniversary Art Show, Burkholder Project, 719 P St. Work by Burkholder Project artists, past and present. (402) 477-3305; burkholderproject.com January 18 Project Funway Fundraiser, 6:30PM; Runway show, silent auction, hors d-oeuvres, and desserts. Proceeds benefit Fresh Start. Lincoln

February 2-5 Pat Eagan’s Boat, Sports & Travel Show February 10 Dimensions Early Education Programs “Eat & Explore Night,” featuring a variety of community-based nature activities, meal, silent auction, open house and more, 476-8394.

Film & Theatre November 3-6, 10-13 “Medea,” McDonald Theatre November 7 “The Shape of a Girl,” Johnny Carson Theater November 10-12, 16-19 “Lady Windermere’s Fan,” by Oscar Wilde, Howell & Studio Theatres November 10 “The Adventures of Loop & Rhett.” Features Nebraskan actors: William Michael Cover, Michael Tushaus, Megan McQuillan, Don Cook, Shelly Mutum, Robyn Verkamp and Kevin Holdorf. 35 min movie w/ Q&A after each show, 7 & 9PM. Rococo Theatre, 140 N 13th St., (402) 476-4467; rococotheatre.com Reel Movies for Real Needs Specially designed program to serve families with special needs such as autism or other challenges; lower sound, lights up. First Saturday each month, 10:30AM. Marcus Theatres; (402) 441-0222; marcustheatres.com

TADA Theatre The Creamery Building, 701 P St., 438-8232; tadaproductions.info

November 17-20, December 1-4, 8-11, 15-18 “Nuncrackers,” TADA Theatre January 6-7 A Salute to Sondheim,” TADA Theatre

Lincoln Community Playhouse 2500 S 56th St., 402-489-7529 lincolnplayhouse.com

November 3-6 “Lend Me a Tenor” December 3 One-Day Workshop: Musical Theatre: Acting through Song (10-14 yr olds) 9AM-2PM December 9-11, 15-18 “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” Jan. 14, 21, 28, & Feb. 4 Itty Bitty Actors Class: Snow Stories (4-6 years) 9-10AM. We’ll be adding more classes!

Visit lincolnplayhouse.com for information!

January 20-22, 26-29 “Twelve Angry Men” January 21 One-Day Workshop: Drawing Comics Veteran Marvel artist, Bob Hall, teaches graphic storytelling (12-18 yr olds) 10AM-3PM.

Food & Health Tuesdays & Thursdays Clinic with a Heart, 1701 S. 17th St. 5:307:30PM; clinicwithaheart.org November 7 “Kids in the Kitchen – Kids CAFE,” 7-8PM, Winter 2011 Page 31

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Matt Talbot Kitchen and Outreach, 2121 N. 27th St. For elementary students and their parents. Free but registration required. Call (402) 477-4116.

Mom Talk Bring your baby; join other breastfeeding mothers for companionship and to share breastfeeding information. Led by a breastfeeding educator. FREE. Wednesdays 10AM.

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Mom & Toddler Talk Share parenting advice and continue friendships from Mom Talk while your toddlers play. Mondays 10:30AM-Noon.

1600 S. 48th St. To register, call 481-8300 or www.bryanlgh.org

Mom’s Support Group For new moms or moms-to-be, you and your baby are invited to be part of our Mom’s Support Group. Lactation consultants facilitate the group. Moms share ideas, ask questions, receive support and one-on-one help with breastfeeding Infant Massage Bond with babies and stimulate blood flow, aid digestion, ease constipation and help with muscle relaxation. For expectant parents.

Bring stuffed animal to practice on. Laminated reference cards and massage oil included. $20/couple. 6:30-9PM. Nov. 10.

CPR for Family and Friends Single class for families, friends and people in community. Includes adult/child & infant CPR and airway obstruction relief. Space limited. $20/person. Nov. 17; Dec. 10.

Family Birthplace Tours Tours of new Family Birthplace. 30-45 minutes. No registration needed. Meet in lobby.

Tuesdays, 5:30PM; Saturdays, 3PM. Essentials of Childbirth Labor process, pain management, c-sections, basic breathing and relaxation, role of birth coach, mother post-partum care, initial baby care and tour. $65/couple. Three-week sessions. Call for dates and times.

Email Groups Food Intolerance Email Group. For parents of children with food sensitivities. Second Shift Email Group. For breastfeeding moms who are in the work force. (email milkworks@windstream.net)

Museums, Parks, Zoos Saturday Nights Hyde Memorial Observatory, Holmes Lake, 710PM. Visit spacelaser.com for information.

Ager Play Center 1300 S. 27th St.; $2.75/person 12 months & older, 441-6792. M-F 9AM-5PM; (next door to zoo)

Play space for small children, toddlers and all ages. Reading area, 2-level play structure, 3 ball pits, slides and a maze of tunnels. We also have riding toys and wagons. Children must be 3 yrs or older and under 48" tall to play in the structure.

International Quilt Museum 1523 N. 33rd; 472-6549; quiltstudy.org; mose2@unl.edu

First Fridays 1st Friday each month. 5-7PM: Free.

Adv. Breathing & Relaxation for Childbirth For expectant parents planning to go through childbirth without pain medication. One-night class. $20/couple. 7-9:30PM. Nov. 17; Dec. 15.

November 5 Quilts for Community

Essentials of Childbirth ACCELERATED One day class. $65/couple. 9AM-4PM (onehour lunch break). Nov. 5 or 12; Dec. 10 or 17.

Through November 6 Mosaic Quilts Exhibition

Breastfeeding Basics Single-session class emphasizes basic breastfeeding techniques. $20/couple. 7-9:15PM. Nov. 3; Dec. 1 or 8.

Super Siblings Help siblings, 3-10 years old, prepare for a new baby in the family. Parents must attend class with children Sundays, 1-2 or 3-4PM. Single-session class. Nov. 6; Dec. 4.

MilkWorks 5930 S. 58th, Suite W; 423-6402; milkworks.org call for class times

November 19 Milk and Cookies Holiday Boutique – Featuring unique gift items created by local moms! 1-4PM. Breastfeeding 101 Learn breastfeeding basics, as well as common challenges that mothers face when breastfeeding. $20.

Milk Memos For new mothers returning to work or school outside the home while breastfeeding. Learn the “ins and outs” of pumping, storing milk and returning to work. $10. Optional book $5.

Introducing Solids & Making Your Own Baby Food Perfect for parents of babies who are 3 to 9 months old. Tips on readiness signs, safety awareness, introducing new foods and making your own baby food. $10.

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November 6 Quilt Identification Day

Through November 19 Parent/Toddler Program. 1-2 year old classes: Thursdays and Saturdays, 9:45-10:45AM. 2-3 yr. old classes: Thursdays 6-7PM and Fridays, 10:30-11:30AM. $55/child includes 8 sessions and t-shirt. Regular admission applies. To reserve spot, call (402) 477-4000 or visit LincolnChildrensMuseum.org.

November 5 Deep Sea Adventure Elementary Day Camp.

Explore ocean life just like Jacques Cousteau.

Learn about big, small, colorful, unknown, and crazy creatures of the sea. Each camper builds an ocean vessel to take home. For ages 6-10. Members/$50; non-members/$65.

November 7, 9, 14, 16 Lil’ Under the Sea Preschool Camp. Preschool campers will put on their wet suit and get their hands wet as they search for treasures and other under water creatures. Great for the development of sensory skills. Members/$75; non-members/$90. 8:30-11:30AM.

Pioneers Park Nature Center West end of Pioneers Park. Hours: 8:30 - 5:00 (M-Sat); noon - 5 (Sun). The Nature Center is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. Free admission; pre-register and pre-pay for classes unless otherwise noted. 402-441-7895. parks.lincoln.ne.gov/naturecenter.

Closed for the Holidays Thanksgiving, November 4. Christmas Day, December 25 and New Year’s Day, January 1.

Preschool Nature Play 10-11:30AM; Every 3rd Saturday for preschoolers with an adult. Nov. 19: Where Do Animals Go. No December class.

Nature Center Preschool Tuesday/Thursday, Wednesday/Friday morning, Tuesday/Thursday afternoon sessions.

MWF morning and afternoon Pre-K sessions.

Open enrollment begins February 1st. Call (402) 441-7895 for more information.

November 12 Friends of the IQSCM Event

November 11 7-8:30PM; Full Moon Hike and Owl Prowl; Prairie Bldg.; register by 11/9.

November 22 Tuesday Talk: Planning Designing the ‘What’s in a Name?’ Exhibition

November 12 1-4PM; Primitive Fire; Prairie Bldg.; children must be at least 10 years old; register by 11/9

Through January 8, 2112 Elegant Geometry: American and British Mosaic Patchwork

November 19 Saturday Preschool Play: Where Do Animals Go? 10:00-11:30 A.M. Prairie Bldg. $7/child Register by Nov. 16

January 28 “My Doll and I Discover...Quilts Tell Stories!

A Museum Experience for Children” 10AM or 2PM workshop: Learn that quilts not only keep you warm, but can be used to tell stories and preserve memories! Snacks provided.

Girls, bring your favorite doll to class.

Register by calling (402) 472-6549.

Through February 2012 Yvonne Wells: Quilted Messages

Lincoln Children’s Museum 1420 P St., Wheelchair accessible, 477-4000, lincolnchildrensmuseum.org

Tuesday Mom’s Club Free club for moms and their children. A place to relax and socialize with other moms (and dads), talk with an educational specialist, and drink a cup of coffee or juice. For parents with children ages 5 and under. Parents and their children can come and go anytime between 9:30 and 11AM. Open Now New Farm and Grocery Exhibit

Saturdays Hyde Memorial Observatory, Holmes Lake Park, 8-11PM, three telescopes, video programs, knowledgeable volunteers.

January 17 Preschool Open House, 10-11AM and 1-2PM January 22 1-4PM; Primitive Pine Needle Baskets; Prairie Bldg.; register by 11/9 January 28 Poetry on the Prairie, Pioneers Park Nature Center

Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center 11700 SW 100th, Denton; (402) 797-2301; springcreekprairie.audubon.org

November 5 Papermaking 101, 2-4PM. Learn how to use recycled ingredients to create interesting papers that will add a personal touch to handmade greeting cards, gift tags, and ornaments. $15/person. Supplies and materials furnished.

December 4 Green Holiday Festival, 1-4PM. Learn new ways to make the holidays more environmentally friendly; demonstrations will be set up showing alternative gift and packaging ideas, recycling tips, and more. Free.

UNL-Nebraska State Museum in Morrill Hall 14th & U St., Lincoln; 472-2642; museum.unl.edu

A natural history museum featuring fossil elephants, wildlife dioramas, rocks and minerals, and a hands-on discovery center.

Through November 30 Amphibians: Vibrant and Vanishing – Photogrpahy Exhibit by Joel Sartore.

November 6 “NaturePalooza Nebraska,” a day of discovery and hands-on activities throughout Morrill Hall, 1:30-4:30PM. Interactive stations explain the science behind Nebraska’s water, weather and wildlife. Activities and games will help visitors explore Nebraska’s rich natural resources and ways to help protect them.

November 12 Natural Dyeing Art Event. Dye porcupine quills using native dyes made from plants.

Tapestry artist Grete Bodogaard will demonstrate the natural dye process used in traditional quillwork, as well as the embroidery techniques Native Americans of the Great Plains use on different media to create colorful patterns. 10AM-4PM. Through November “Amphibians: Vibrant and Vanishing,” an exhibit featuring photography by National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore.

Sunday with a Scientist 1:30-4:30PM, third Sunday of each month.

Educating kids and families on a variety of topics related to natural history through talks, demonstrations, activities or by conducting their science on site.

November 20: Viruses December 18: Rocks & Minerals February 4 “Dinosaurs and Disasters,” a day of discovery and hands-on activities throughout the museum. Interactive games and activities will help visitors better understand planet Earth.

9:30AM-4:30PM. Planetarium Shows “Sea Monsters” Tuesdays through Sundays at 3PM and Thursday nights at 7PM; 40 minutes.

“Touching the Universe” Tuesdays through Sundays at 2PM; 40 minutes. spacelaser.com

Churches Lincoln Berean Church 6400 S. 70th St.; 430-4834; lincolnberean.org

Fridays Celebrate Recovery, 6-9:45PM. Biblically based/12 step recovery Program for overcoming any type of addiction, dysfunctional relationship, damaged emotions, or other hang ups.

Free childcare/kid activities: infants-High School age. Meal 6PM; $3 adults; $2 kids 6-12; Free 5 and under. Followed by large group with teaching on recovery issues, praise time and sharing from those in recovery; small issue groups for men and women: eating disorders/food addiction, sex/porn, alcohol/drug and codependency/general issues. Questions: contact Sue at shundley@lincolnberean.org or call 402.483-6512

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First-Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC 2000 D Street; 476-7550; firstplymouth.org

November 21 Handel’s Messiah: Giving Voice to Verse 78:30 PM, Choir Room. In anticipation of ABENDCHOR’s upcoming performance on November 27, get a behind-the-scenes look at the inspired relationship between scripture and music that brings Messiah’s timeless message to life. Walk-ins welcome.

January 11 – April 11 Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University, 6:15-8:15PM. $100 for membership kit (one per person/or family). During this 13 week workshop, the average family pays off $5,300 in debt and saves $2,700.

January 21 Introduction to Energy Healing, 9:30AM12:30PM, $25.00.

Healing Touch, Therapeutic Touch, Reiki and other ways of using energy to facilitate the healing process.

Learn simple, yet powerful techniques to ease pain and give comfort for yourself or others.

February 7 – March 27 Grief Recovery Workshop, 7-8:30 PM, $50 (book included). Participate in your own grief recovery in a supportive/confidential small group atmosphere. Pre-registration required.

February 1, 8, 15, 29 Ballroom Dancing with a Hint of Latin, 6:157:15PM. Led by Don and Polly Anderson. $20/person; $40/couple.

February 1 – March 21 Rebuilding When Your Relationship Ends, 6:15-7:15PM. $35. Class size limited. Be in a caring environment with other people who are going through the same process. Learn about yourself and how to rebuild your life.

Through May 9 Feel Good Yoga, 6:45-7:45PM, $5 per class.

Learn stretches based on yoga to help quiet the body/mind, breathing and awareness to create balance, which promotes relaxation and health. Bring a mat, blanket/towel and wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Sports November 18-20 ACIS Regional Flag Football Championship, Citywide. (402) 472-8383; zbrost@unlnotes.unl.edu January 7 Prep Classic Basketball Tournament, Pershing Center, 226 Centennial Mall South, (402) 4418744; pershingcenter.com January 27-28 PRCA Championship Rodeo.The best rodeo athletes from the region compete, 7:30PM; Pershing Center, 226 Centennial Mall South, (402) 441-8744; pershingcenter.com

Nebraska Athletics 472-1132 or (800) 8-BIGRED

November 4: VB vs. Michigan November 5: FB vs. Northwestern November 5: VB vs. Michigan State November 16: VB vs. Minnesota November 19: VB vs. Wisconsin November 26: FB vs. Iowa January 13-14: T&F Holiday Inn Invitational February 3-4: T&F Frank Sevigne Husker Invitational

Lincoln Stars Hockey State Fair Park Dr., 474-7827; lincolnstars.com

November 4-5: Fargo

November 11: Sioux Falls November 12: Omaha November 23: Tri-City December 2: Omaha December 3: Sioux City December 10: Waterloo January 6: Sioux Falls January 13: Sioux City January 14: Omaha January 17: Tri City January 20: Fargo January 27:. Des Moines February 3: Des Moines

Nebraska Wesleyan University 5000 Saint Paul Avenue; nebrwesleyan.edu/athletics

November 1: VB vs. Doane November 12: JV FB vs. Hastings November 15: WBB vs. Buena Vista November 25-26: MBB Snyder Classic November 30: MBB, WBB vs. Briar Cliff December 3: MBB, WBB vs. Northwestern December 17: MBB, WBB vs. Mount Marty December 20: MBB, WBB vs. Midland January 7: MBB, WBB vs. Dakota Wesleyan January 11: MBB, WBB vs. Doane January 21: MBB, WBB vs. Dordt February 1: MBB, WBB vs. Concordia February 4: MBB, WBB vs. Morningside

Out-of-Town Events Through November 30 A Rescue Mission on the Home Front: Japanese Internees at Boys Town Village of Boys Town Hall of History, 14057 Flanagan Blvd. 10AM-4PM, Free Tom Lynch (402) 498-1186 boystown.org/discover November 24–December 31 Holiday Lights Festival, various downtown and Old Market locations showcase downtown Omaha with a attractions and family friendly activities. (402) 345-5401; holidaylightsfestival.org November 25 Christmas at Union Station Tree Lighting Ceremony, Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St., Omaha. Lighting of Omaha’s largest Christmas tree, live music, holiday miniatures display and more. (402) 444-5071; durhammuseum.org November 25–December 18 Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells, The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam St., Omaha. It’s Christmas and Junie B has a dilemma! (402) 345-4849; rosetheater.org; info@rosetheater.org December 3 Holiday Air Affair, Strategic Air & Space Museum, I-80 Exit 426, Ashland, 9:30AM. The 501st Legion Storm Troopers escort Santa into the Museum, 10AM Photos with Santa inside the FB-111. (402) 944-3100; sasmuseum.com; info@strategicairandspace.com December 3-24 Journey Into Christmas Open House Weekends, Bess Streeter Aldrich House, 204 E. F St., Elmwood. View rooms decorated for the holidays; enjoy a tour with complimentary refreshments. (402) 994-3855; bessstreeteraldrich.org; tlorensen@windstream.net December 26-30 Holiday Time Around the World, The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam St., Omaha. Stanley unveils his latest invention and convinces the audience to travel with him on a mission to discover holiday traditions around the world. (402) 345-4849; rosetheater.org; info@rosetheater.org

December 31 The Durham Museum’s Noon Year’s Eve Celebration, 10AM-1PM. Children will enjoy musical performances, special crafts and activities. End the day with a celebratory bubble wrap stomp and ball drop at noon in the Suzanne and Walter Scott Great Hall. Durham Museum, 801 S. 10th St., Omaha. (402) 4445071; durhammuseum.org

Homestead National Monument 8523 W. State Hwy. 4, Beatrice, 223-3524; nps.gov/home

November 6 Honoring American Indian Heritage Month, 2PM.Month of November we remember the heritage of American Indians by hosting a special program about their culture and history.

Support Groups Attachment Parenting International, (API) of Lincoln 1st Saturdays, 10:30AM, 1st United Methodist Church, 2723 North 50th St. Practicing parenting methods that create healthy emotional bonds (also known as secure attachment) between parent and child, orgsites.com/ne/api/

Autism Family Network A support organization alternating between fun and informative events. Activity notification via e-mail; contact Melinda at afnlincoln@aol.com to be added to list.

Cancer Support Groups General, disease or age specific groups. For patients, family members, friends. American Cancer Society, 423-4888.

Charlie Brown’s Kids Grief Support Group 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6-8PM, Grief support group for children/teens 3-18 that have experienced the death of a parent. Parents also meet at the same time. Volunteers provide opportunities for youth to share their feelings through books, discussions, art, writing and remembrance projects.

Sheridan Lutheran, 6955 Old Cheney, 483-1845, Bev Prucha, B3549@aol.com

November 27, December 4, 11 Winter Festival of Prairie Cultures Special Programs December 10 Old Fashioned Christmas at the Freeman School Hollywood & Homesteading Film Festival All shows 2PM January 7 & 8: “Far and Away” January 14 & 15: “An American Tail” January 21 & 22: “Cherokee Strip” January 28 & 29: “Day of the Outlaw” February 4 & 5: “Shane” Have a calendar event you’d like to share?

We’d love to hear about it. www.lincolnkidsinc.com

M.O.M.S. the word Moms offering moms support, 10AM, brunch, College View Church Fellowship Hall, 4801 Prescott. Angel, 4236117 or 486-2880. OR Y Street: 10AM, brunch, Good Neighbor Center, 2617 Y St. Programs and childcare free!

Angel, 423-6117 or 477-4173.

MOPS 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 9-11 AM, New Covenant Church, 6000 S 84th St. Great “me time” for moms and kids from birth to kindergarten. Speakers, breakfast, crafts, discussion. Childcare provided. $6/meeting. Ann Waite, 309706-9319; ann.waite@gmail.com; newcovchurch.org

Mourning Hope Grief Support Call 488-8989, email hope@mourninghope.org or visit mourninghope.org

Mother’s Group for Moms & Babies First, third Mondays. Facilitated by registered nurses, certified lactation consultants. Pine Lake Medical Plaza, 3901 Pine Lake Rd., Rm. 216, 10-11AM, 481-3328.

Northeast Family Center

2nd Wednesday, 7-9PM, Madonna. Jacque Keller jkeller@inebraska.com

Read for Joy – Family Literacy Program: Mon. 6:157:30PM; Thur. 9:30-11AM. (for ages 0-7yrs). Mon., Thur., 9:30-11AM. Parent-child (9 months-5 years) play group.

5903 Walker Avenue, 472-3494.

Good Neighbor

Open Hearts Adoption Support Group

Fibromyalgia Group

Mom’s support group through 1st & 3rd Thursdays May from 10-11:30AM, 2617 Y Street. Angel, 423-6117.

Heartland Home Schoolers Open to any home schooling families in the Lincoln area, regardless of religious beliefs. Providing encouragement for moms; activities for home schooled students, including skating parties, spelling bee, science fair and more. homeschool-life.com/ne/heartland/.

Help for Attention Deficit Disorders First Tuesday, 6-7:30PM. Parenting network.

Creative/challenging activities for children, support/education for parents. Family meal provided. 5903 Walker Ave., 471-3700.

Hope Keepers: Chronic Illness Support 1st Thursday month, 6:30-7:30PM, First-Plymouth Church (20th & D St). A support group for persons with chronic illness and/or pain. 476-7550.

La Leche League of Lincoln Support Group for pregnant and breastfeeding moms.

Babies and toddlers welcome! Fridays, 10:30AM. Weekly breastfeeding cafe! Eiseley Library, 16th & Superior. 5408568 brooke@thousandhills.org 3rd Thursdays 6:30PM, Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 8320 S. St.; 4503240; roberts1715@hotmail.com

Lincoln Area Families with Multiples For families welcoming multiples into their lives, and the joys and challenges that come with them. Find support at 434-6533; coordinator.lafm@gmail.com; lincolnmultiples.org; LAFM, P.O. Box 5911, Lincoln, 68505-5911.

Men’s Alcohol/Drug Group;Sex/Porn Group and Codependency/General Issues Groups Fridays 6:50PM, Lincoln Berean Church 70th/Hwy 2. For strong accountability and real lasting change. Newcomers always welcome. 483-6512

Montessori After Six For parents of children 5-9 years, Lincoln Montessori School, 489-8110.

MOMS Club of Lincoln NE 2nd, 4th Wednesdays, Southwood Lutheran Church, 9300 S. 40th St. (south of 40th & Yankee Hill Rd.) 9:30AM. Speakers, crafts, book club, playgroups, babysitting co-op, and activities for children. Daycare available during meetings. Michelle, 261-6712 or lincolnmoms@yahoo.com

M.O.M.S. (Meeting Other Mothers) Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington, Tuesdays, 9:30-11AM, conversation, speakers, crafts snacks, service projects & various topics; also do holiday parties & field trips. Daycare in separate room available: $3/1 child and $1 each additional. Melissa Nickolaus, 464-6921.

Fellowship for families who have adopted children internationally or domestically; offering a variety of family centered events (such as Christmas Party, Ethnic Party, Picnic, Mother's Tea, Harvest Party). Supported through dues and gifts. All families welcome, especially if you want to find out more about adoption! Dates and locations vary, so contact Sherie Quirie, 465-5841 or find us at lincoln_openheartsadoption.blogspot.com

Support Group for Parents of Children with Feeding Difficulties Monthly, Lower Level Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center, 575 South 70th St. Bringing parents of children with feeding difficulties together to share experiences, helpful hints, recipes, and information on feeding programs/clinics in the surrounding area. For information visit bigtent.com/groups/feedingsouls; or Facebook at Feeding Souls of the Midwest or or JenniferMcHargue@ hotmail.com; or Jennifer 328-9247.

Widow Support Group 2nd Wednesday, 4PM, at First-Plymouth Congregational Church (20th & D St). Open to all. 476-7550.

Women’s Eating Disorder/Food Addiction Group; Alcohol/Drug Group and Codependency/General Issues Group Fridays 6:50PM, Lincoln Berean Church 70th/Hwy 2. To learn, grow and be set free. There is recovery. Newcomers always welcome. 483-6512

Clubs & Organizations Saturday Kids Chess Club Saturdays, Noon-2PM, ages 3-17, Cultiva Coffee Company, 727 S. 11th St., (402) 435-1133.

Pokemon TCG League Saturdays, 1-5PM, Gauntlet Games, 3233 S. 13th St. Play the Pokemon TCG for fun and earn promo cards. games.groups.yahoo.com/group/pokemonnebraska/ or look for us on Facebook! Noah Weiss, 217-2711

Capital City Horse & Pony Club 12900 N. 14th St. 1/2 mile north of N. 14th & Waverly Rd. Shows free, open to public. Coleen Warner, 325-4925/day; 477-4697/evening; kelly.warner@kenexa.com; cchpc.org

The Prairie Astronomy Club Last Tuesday of each month, open to general public, 7:30PM. Hyde Memorial Observatory, south side of Holmes Lake in southeast Lincoln. prairieastronomyclub.org

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Get to Know the Lincoln Area Families with Multiples (LAFM)

By Erin Niebuhr and Kenzie Broders

W

hen you are expecting multiple births, whether it is twins, triplets, quads or more, you’re in very special company. Every year families welcome multiples into their lives and experience both the joys and challenges that accompany them. At times the challenges (medical, economic and personal) of a multiple birth may seem overwhelming, but so are the rewards!

The good news is that there is an organization to share these experiences with you. Lincoln Area Families with Multiples exists to support expectant, new, and experienced parents of multiples through education, resource networking, and fellowship opportunities.

Lincoln Area Families with Multiples (LAFM) as we currently know it is a non-profit organization that was established in 1994. LAFM has evolved from various forms under different names starting in 1960. LAFM currently has around 70 families in the Lincoln and surrounding areas. We have members as far away as Kearney and Grand Island, as LAFM is the only multiples club in the western part of the state. The majority of our families have twins, however, we have about 10 families with triplets. We even have a couple of families welcoming their second set of twins!

Most families join LAFM when they are expecting their multiples, or shortly after they are born.

Most members agree that the baby-stage is when you have the most questions, need the most advice and can benefit from the meal program LAFM offers.

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pre-school, or any number of other issues that come with older multiples. Either way, LAFM provides much more than advice and support. Life-long friendships are made with those who know exactly what you are going through.

Club activities are always more fun when you look forward to seeing your other “multiple buddies.”

Frequently Asked Questions of Parents of Multiples • Are they identical or fraternal?

• At how many weeks gestation were they born?

• How much did they weigh at birth?

• Were you ever on bed rest?

• Did you have a C-section, or did you deliver naturally?

• How long were they in the hospital?

• Did they sleep in the same crib, or did you separate them?

• Did you nurse them or bottlefeed them? If you nursed, how did you do it?

• Did you have to color-code bottles, pacifiers and clothing?

• Are they your only kids?

• Will you have any more kids?

• How do you do it?

Advice to Parents of Multiples Our new members often ask the experienced multiple parents how they handled things when their babies were new. Different things work for different families, but there are some common pieces of advice most multiple parents agree on.

• Keep all the babies on the

same eating and sleeping schedule as much as possible. If they were in the NICU, this schedule will already be established. Try to feed them all at the same time, waking up sleeping ones if needed.

• In the beginning, keep a chart for each baby that includes when and how much they were fed, wet/dirty diapers and when they were changed, and any medications that were given. Sleep deprived parents may not always remember these details, and it will prove helpful for other caregivers.

These charts are great to take to doctor appointments to show what each baby is doing, rather than trying to remember!

• Accept all offers of help! Help will come in many forms from all sorts of people. Take them up on their offers of babysitting, homecooked meals, house cleaning, laundry or even yard mowing. • Rest when the babies rest. You never know when your next run of sleepless hours will occur.

• If you or others have trouble telling the babies apart, try dressing them in different colors, painting a toenail a different color, or putting a trademark bow or other decoration on one.

• Treat your babies as individuals from the beginning. They are two (or three) separate and often very different individuals. Be sure to take photos of them separately as well as together. There will come a time when one child will ask for a photo of “only me”.

Put the child’s name on the back so there is no confusion in later years.

• Be prepared to spend more time than you originally planned for outings. Getting out the door with two or more babies requires a lot of planning ahead. When you are out, be prepared for many

questions and comments from the general public. They are fascinated by multiples, especially infants.

• Be prepared to answer the question "How do you do it?” which you will frequently be asked. As one LAFM member says, “When people ask me ‘how do you do it?’ I answer, you just do! You don't adjust to having multiples, you survive it!” What LAFM has to Offer Our organization helps to support members in various ways.

Here are some examples: • We have a meal program in which members prepare and deliver meals to help those who have just brought their multiples home from the hospital.

• We have monthly meetings where we have a speaker come address the group about topics relevant to parenting. In conjunction with the meetings, we hold social/networking time for parents to gather, ask questions and get advice from other parents of multiples.

• A monthly newsletter, "Multiple Messages", is published and distributed electronically to keep members current with the happenings of the club and upcoming events.

• We maintain a mass e-mail group where members can post questions to one another, buy and sell items, and keep updated on club news.

• We have Mom or Dad's nights out, Couples’ nights out, and play dates for the youngsters.

• Discounted (group rates) or free outings to hockey games, the circus, Salt Dog games, pumpkin patches and more!

• The club sponsors an annual summer picnic, holiday party (Santa comes too), Trunk or Treat and Easter Egg hunt. continued on next page...

Lincoln Kids!

“Work #3” by Coco Zhang, Kindergarten Morley Elementary

“Sam’s Dream House”, by Amber Briel, age 9, 4th grade, Roper Elemtary

“Merry Christmas”

by Skylar Thompson, Age 10

“Work #2”

by Coco Zhang, Kindergarten Morley Elementary

• Holiday Parties • Company Events • Club Lunches

...Multiples Continued from previous page • A semi-annual kids consignment sale where members can sell gently used clothing, household items, furniture, and toys. Members are able to shop the night before the sale is open to the public to find things they may need. The sale is one of the club's biggest fundraisers!

• Club members also receive discounts on services from many local businesses.

• Weddings • Personal Chef Services

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Chefs on the Run Call Chef Bennett: 402-613-1213 Contact us at: Lincoln Area Families with Multiples, P.O. Box 5911, Lincoln, NE 68505-5911 Voice Mail: 402-434-6533. Web site: www.lincolnmultiples.org

catering@chefbennett.com

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Ring In the New Year Before Bedtime!

Workshops run select days beginning December 1

Pick your day.

Choose your package.

More Candy + More Frosting = More Fun! Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get everything you need including frosting, candy, cookies, and more to make your own Candy House. All you need to bring is your creativity.

To take part in this Lincoln tradition, call (402) 477- 4000, visit LincolnChildrensMuseum.org, or stop by the museum Welcome Desk.

Reserve your party.

To find out more about all of our birthday party options or to book, call (402) 477-4000 or visit LincolnChildrensMuseum.org.

LincolnChildrensMuseum.org (402) 477-4000

1420 P Street

Lincoln, NE 68508