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Volume 6 • Issue 10 October 2014

Adams Street Publishing Co. What one thing spooks you the most on Halloween?

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Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledoparent.com) Not having little children to take out Trick or Treating anymore!

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Calendar: Marisa Rubin (mrubin@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Ghosts Social Media Specialist: Saul Jacobs (saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Children Contributing Writers: Lisa Carolin, Jeff Berry, Jeremy Rosenberg , Heather Gilmore, Jennifer Eberbach, Sarah Mayle, Rhonda Wilson, Carolyn Jabs, Katy M. Clark

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SNAPS KIDS HOROSCOPE

September 23October 22

By Sue Lovett

The first thing you need to remember is that these children do not like to be alone. They can be startled by loud noises and they are happiest in quiet surroundings. They can invent imaginary playmates to avoid solitude. Decisions are difficult for them and they “weigh” their words. They are gentle souls and the way to their heart is candy and cookies.

As they plan for Halloween, the little girls want to be princesses and the boys would dress up as golfers (the gentlemen’s sport). You cannot rush them. Remember to be patient as they agonize over proper choices.

Always allow extra time for them to decide what to order in a restaurant.

Parents cannot be in a hurry with Libra children.

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The little ones have certain likes and dislikes based upon their date of birth. Help them dress!

ARIES (March 21-April 20) They like hats! Dress like a fireman, a race car driver, maybe Wonder Woman!

TAURUS (April 21-May 21) Wear an apron, a chef’s hat, be the Pillsbury Dough Boy, a farmer or gardener.

GEMIMI (May 22-June 21) Carry a laptop, notepad with a pencil behind your ear, look like a teacher. Carry a microphone like a TV reporter.

CANCER (June 22-July 23) A doctor or nurse, a maid, push a baby carriage, or dress like Honey Boo Boo. Wear a clam shell.

LEO (July 24-August 23) A king or queen, a lion, Cat Woman, Lady Gaga or Spiderman.

VIRGO (August 24-September 23) A mail carrier, waiter or waitress, a track star, character from FROZEN.

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Sage Ressler, 7 months old, Saline

Avery Holdsworth, 2, South Lyon

LIBRA (September 24-October 23) Lady wearing a hat, pearls and fancy dress; or a man in a classy suit. An artist with pallet and brush.

Ari Shahin Jooste, 3, Ypsilanti

SCORPIO (October 24-November 22) A plumber, a wizard or witch, police officer or character from Guardians of the Universe.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21) A forest ranger, a jockey, a veterinarian, a clown, travel agent carrying a globe.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) Father Time, a mountain climber, an executive carrying a brief case, a Ninja Turtle.

AQUARIUS (January 21-February 18) Absent-minded student, a space suit, character from Angry Birds.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Caribbean Pirate, Davy Jones, a mermaid or a ballet dancer.

Jocelynn, 7, and Taylor Haas, 5, at Gust Brother’s Farm, Ottawa Lake

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Sunday, October 5 Halloween Corn-Dog-Maze Charity Event

Coleman’s Farm Corn Maze and Ann Arbor Animal Hospital are teaming up to host a charity event that will benefit P.O.E.T. Animal Rescue and the AAAH Fixed Family Income Fund. The annual event allows participants in costume to get through the Coleman’s “Corn-Dog-Maze” featuring six stations with doggie treasures. Hayrides, a haystack climb, an on-site dog park, activities and games will also add to the fall fun, not to mention the fresh apple cider and doughnuts!

Sunday, October 5 from Noon-4pm. Coleman Farm, 12758 Jordan Rd., Saline. $20/individuals, $35/ families. Tickets will be sold for $1 each to use when entering contests, games and buying food. annarboranimalhospital.com.

Saturday, October 18 Tribute Concert Celebrates Couple Behind Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic

Bob and Pam Phillips will be honored at a concert that will celebrate the orchestra and string music programs with opportunities for many young musicians in the Saline schools as well as the groundbreaking fiddle program that the Phillips are credited with creating. Alumni from the program will perform in a series of mini concerts. There will also be roasts, toasts, videos and a dessert reception.

Saturday, October 18 at 7pm. Ellen A. Ewing Performing Arts Center at Saline High School, 290 East Woodland Dr., Saline. Admission $7, students (K-12) and seniors (65+) $5.

734-433-9907.

My Urban Toddler Voted One Of the Best in the U.S.

Breaking Cubes, the online website aimed at moms, chose My Urban Toddler as one of the top ten toy stores in the United States. The Saline location was recognized for its indoor play area for children, up to age five. The store offers learning and developmental toys, baby gear and maternity clothing as well as parenting classes, ballet, music classes and summer camps. My Urban Toddler was founded in Saline by Rosa Lee in 2006, designed for parents to interact and for young children to explore fine and gross motor skills in an age appropriate play area.

My Urban Toddler has locations in Saline at 7025 Michigan Ave., 734-944-3628, and in Ann Arbor at Arbor Hills, 3010 Washtenaw Ave., Suite 107, 734-585-0788. www.myurban toddler.com.

Saturday, October 18

Education with an Entertaining Twist Entertainment that’s educational is at the core of Chautauqua at the Riverside, which recently received a Michigan Humanities Council Grant to cover many of the costs of this year’s event.

Presentations begin on the hour, run for 45 minutes and are free with topics including Native American women in Michigan history and Frederic Pease and the 100th Anniversary of his namesake auditorium.

Also, visitors will learn how some Michigan cities got their “crazy” names. The Ypsilanti Community Orchestra will demonstrate the power of the written word translated through music and Paul Klinger’s Easy Street Jazz Band will perform. Chautauqua on The Riverside was founded by Tom Dodd in 2012 as part of the Ypsilanti Heritage Festival and is now organized by the Ypsilanti Historical Society to stimulate interest in the history and heritage of the city, state and country.

Saturday, October 18, from 10am-9pm. Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti.

Admission is free but donations are accepted.

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Argus Farm Stop Make Art Studio and Dreamscapes Art Studio

Ann Arbor has a new outlet for creative young minds. Make Art Studio and Dreamscapes Art Studio, have teamed up to bring a variety of art exploration to young students. Preschool teacher and Dreamscapes Art Studio founder, Dolores Graham, and Make Art Studio founder, Khadijah Kolleck, now coexist in downtown Ann Arbor under the name Make Art Studio, located next to Vellum Restaurant. Inside the multi-use art studio, Graham teaches classes for ages 5-15 on the weekends (and by appointment), working mostly with natural materials in a relaxed environment, allowing students to manipulate materials in their own ways. Private art lessons at Make Art Studios are available for $40 for a two hour lesson, which includes all supplies. Kolleck focuses on individual projects with her students. Make Art Studio also offers playgroups and Women’s Nights Out throughout the week.

215 ½ Main St., Ann Arbor. For more information, visit makeitonmainstreet.com or email makebykhadijah@gmail.com or doloresmakesart@gmail.com

Ann Arbor’s year-round farmer’s market, Argus Farm Stop, officially opened its doors in August, offering patrons fresh, locally-grown produce, dairy products, meats, artisanal creations, and prepared foods. The direct-to-customer market only sells local food, thus stimulating the local economy and giving customers a fresher alternative. Descriptions of the producing farmers and how the food was grown/raised are displayed near each station.

Husband and wife Bill Brinkerhoff and Kathy Sample, founders of Argus Farm Stop, modeled the 1,300-square foot market after a similar market in Wooster, Ohio. “Farmers have an ability to grow food in the winter, but they needed another outlet for sales,� Sample said. “The farmers were very encouraging and there’s enough people who care enough about local food here to make this happen.�

325 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. 7am- 7pm Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm Saturday and Sunday. 734-213-2200. argusfarmstop.com.

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Bed & Butter

Bed & Butter—a home goods, kitchen, and baby store will open soon where La Belle Maison once resided. Entrepreneur Lisa Roberts, founder of Ann Arbor’s Rock Paper Scissors, a stationary, gift, and custom print shop, saw a demand for a home goods and a wedding gift retailer in the area. “Our customers have been asking us for home goods, kitchen, and wedding gifts,� Roberts said. “We’ll be offering our favorites and will also have a gift registry. With the closing of Ann Arbor institutions such as John Leidy, Selo Shevel and La Belle Maison, we are excited about continuing the tradition of providing our community with a local place to find great home goods and gifts!� Roberts is very active in the daily operations of Rock Paper Scissors and, with her new venture opening right across the street, she can easily split her time between the two. She plans to have Bed & Butter open this fall.

333 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. For more information, visit shopbedandbutter.com or www.facebook.com/shopbedandbutter.

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St. Joseph Mercy to Provide Online Consultations MDLIVE is easing parents’ minds

By Jeremy Rosenberg

It is a common experience among parents - debating whether to take a sick child to the doctor’s office or to take care of them at home. Most parents err on the side of caution and take their child to the doctor, potentially exposing them to all sorts of interesting and debilitating germs in the process. Wouldn’t it be better if we could have a quick conversation with a medical professional via our technological devices?

Now you can. St. Joseph Mercy Health System has launched MDLIVE, a “national network of Board Certified physicians and licensed therapists who provide quality care through the convenience of phone, online video or secure email consultations anytime, anywhere.”

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Goldfish Swim School Welcomes All Children

Goldfish group classes available for those with special needs

By Lisa Carolin

Goldfish Swim School opened in Ann Arbor in August 2011, welcoming children aged 4-months to 12-years-old, while specializing in infant and toddler lessons. The school’s small class ratio of four students for every one teacher means more individualized attention.

“Goldfish Swim School welcomes every child, including those with special needs,” said Kaitlyn Graf, general manager. “We do not stray from our proven curriculum.

However, when necessary, we can adapt the speed at which skills are taught in order to build each swimmer’s confidence.” Graf says that the school also offers semi-private and private lessons for students with special needs.

“We encourage our students with special needs to join group classes because watching other students demonstrate the skills is another great way to learn in the water.” According to Richard Simtob, an investor in the school, every teacher at the school goes through a minimum of 40 hours of training and must be Red Cross and CPR certified.

“Because of our qualified staff, we have a niche for special need swim instruction,” said Simtob. “Safety first is our motto and having fun is second most important.”

Lessons are offered seven days a week at the school with peak hours after school from 4-7:30pm Monday through Friday as well as Saturday and Sunday mornings.

2107 West Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor. 734-864-5555. www.goldfishswimschool.com

The ramifications for parents are clear. You can now send off a quick email to a medical professional, with questions like, “Should I be worried that my child is vomiting profusely?” or “From a developmental standpoint, at what age should I reasonably expect my child to be able to reach the bathroom when sick?”

A quick word from a doctor or nurse can help ease a parent’s mind. Another promising aspect of virtual doctor visits is the thought that we can email or Skype with a doctor rather than trying to schedule the dreaded follow-up visit.

MDLIVE notes that this service is not appropriate for emergencies, and quite often the online diagnosis is bound to be “Go see a doctor.” Still, the MDLIVE service is a welcome addition to the modern parent’s health care toolbox. Now, if they could just invent a virtual vet to spare our cat from a ride in the kitty-carrier.

For more information check out mdlive.com, and click on the tab marked FAQs.

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The Hockettes Synchronized Skating Team Great awards both in competition and in personal values

By Heather Gilmore

The Ann Arbor Hockettes, a synchronized ice skating organization based out of the Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club, has eight teams with about 100 members ranging in age from 4 to 19. Known for winning competitions, the Junior Hockettes (14-19 year olds) have recently won the Bronze Medal at the U.S. National Synchronized Skating Championships and the Silver Medal at the Midwest and Pacific Coast Sectional Synchronized Skating Championships.

Throughout their time in the organization, Hockettes synchronized skaters earn not only awards, but also develop valuable life skills, personal values, and great friendships while practicing at the Ann Arbor Ice Cube. Erin Donovan, head coach, describes the team spirit, hard work, and dedication that encompass the nature of synchronized skating. “The sport requires many hours of practice and very little performance time.

Synchronized skaters have to stay focused and continue to work hard despite not having any immediate gratification or competitive evaluation for their efforts.”

Working together The performances require that skaters be in sync both physically and mentally to create an incredible piece of art.

Donovan states, “There is no personal glory, they truly put the team first and genuinely care about the other people on the team and their success.” This awareness, consid-

New Website Aimed at Creating Positive Environment for Teen Girls With tweens and teens spending many hours a day online, a new website has launched to offer a positive and supportive environment for girls. Omghow.com offers everything from how-tos about makeup and fashion to advice about relationships and friendships. It’s the brainchild of Jennifer Cain, a San Francisco-based, self-proclaimed expert on teen girls who wants to transform the

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eration, and connection with others flows outside the skating rink and into the skaters’ everyday lives.

“My favorite thing about Hockettes is how we all treat each other as family and we are always supportive of each other,” said Hockettes skater, Nicole Blaha.

We all have similar goals and dreams, and we motivate each other to never give up.”

Although synchronized skating can be more costly than other sports, the Hockettes take part in many fundraising activities to help their skaters with the costs. The equipment needed for the sport include skates, hard guards for the skates, costumes, tights, warm-ups for travel, leggings and shirts for off-ice.

Winning competitions while developing great personal values, such as kindness, consideration for others, confidence, dedication, and a positive work ethic is a result of the time they spend with the organization.

For more information, visit hockettes.com. Contact head coach, Erin Donovan, at coacherindonovan@gmail.com with any inquiries.

way they engage online. The content is created for and by teens, who can review or contribute to the how-to columns. Cain spent years researching teenage consumer trends and behavior patterns and wants to empower young women to have greater self-confidence. She says the website provides a safe environment that encourages sharing, networking and support.

Visit the website for more information at www.omghow.com.

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The spookiest events taking place in Ann Arbor

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Apple Picking

11am-6pm Wiard’s Orchards 5565 Merritt Rd., Ypsilanti 734-390-9211, wiards.com Get ready for family-oriented fall activities including hayrides, a petting farm, corn maze and more. On weekends only, there will be a Noah’s Ark inflatable, giant slide, bungee run, pony rides and face painting! $14.99/weekend admission, $9.25/weekday admission. Babies/free.

Every Friday through Sunday, September 19-October 26

Corn Maze

Fridays 6-10pm, Saturdays 1-10pm, Sundays 1-6pm Talladay Farms 6270 Judd Rd., Milan 734-429-2313, talladayfarms.com These corn mazes will leave visitors amazed with an intricate “Under the Sea” theme featuring mazes shaped like a shark, whale, dolphin and octopus. Visit the “Kids CORNer” with barrel train rides, straw mounds and pumpkin bowling.

Beginning on October 3, an all-ages haunted corn maze every Friday and Saturday from dusk until 10pm. $7 (kids ages 5-11, $6) per maze; $13 (kids, $11) for both.

Saturday, October 4

8th Annual Ghoultide Gathering

8am-3pm Chelsea Fairgrounds 20501 W. Old US-12, Chelsea 269-553-1852 chelseamich.com/venue/chelsea-fairgrounds There will be a juried show of Halloween art by more than two dozen artists to admire, including whimsical painted collages and wood carvings, papier-mache sculptures, pumpkin dolls, woodfired face jugs, sculpted witches, and more.

Early admission includes a shopping tote and treats. $20, admission after 10am/$5, kids age 10 & under/free. Strollers discouraged.

Saturday, October 4

21st Annual Apple Daze

10am-5pm Dexter Lions Club Monument Park, downtown Dexter 734-502-4257, dexterlions.org Enjoy a popular classic car show, craft booths, kids games, a bounce house, a pie-eating contest and hayrides to the Dexter Cider Mill.

Entertainment for the family includes local youth musicians, a demo by Master Lockman’s Black Belt Academy, and the veteran Dexter classic pop-rock band Nucleus. Be sure to get ahold of the yummy treats including pizza, ice cream, candy apples, cider, and other goodies. Free.

Saturday & Sunday, October 11 & 12

Tecumseh’s 21st Annual Appleumpkin Festival

Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 10am-5pm Downtown Tecumseh, MI 517-424-6003, downtowntecumseh.com Midway rides, carnival games, inflatables and make-it-take-it crafts as well as the Antique Street Fair and Flea market will keep the family busy having fun. There will also be live performances, food vendors and access to Kapnick Orchard’s Apple Festival. Free.

Tuesday, October 14

Preschool Pumpkin Hunt

10am Saline Rec Center 1866 Woodland Dr., Saline 734-429-3502, www.cityofsaline.org/parks Preschoolers ages 2-5 can go on a hunt for their perfect pumpkin on Miller Field behind the Rec Center. They will then be able to decorate their selection, enjoy a snack and listen to story time by the Saline District Library. $9 for registration. $12 for registration the day of.

Sunday, October 19

Trick or Treat on the River

Noon-5pm Gallup Canoe Livery 3000 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor 734-794-6240, a2gov.com/canoe Spend the day admiring the Huron River as the leaves change colors while trick or treating by canoe or kayak. Friendly Halloween creatures will be passing out candy as you venture through the water. Come in costume and with a bag for treats. $18 per canoe.

Thursday-Sunday, October 23-26

Pumpkin Path and Little Boo

Toledo Zoo 2 Hippo Way 419-385-5721, toledozoo.org The Toledo Zoo hosts two special Halloween events.

The Pumpkin Path has trick or treating and many activities for older kids, while preschoolers, too little for the Pumpkin Path, can enjoy Little Boo. Please wear costumes and bring a container for trick or treating! Special admission prices apply, check the website for more information.

Friday, October 24

23rd Annual Boo Bash

5:30-8pm Saline Rec Center 1866 Woodland Dr., Saline 734-429-3502, cityofsaline.org/parks This Halloween event will have a trick-or-treat trail, games, dancing, treats and balloon drop. Preregistration is required for all adults and ages 3 and up as tickets sell out. Children 2 and under are free, but also must register. Costumes are encouraged!

Members/free, nonmembers/$4.

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Halloween Party for Babies and Toddlers

9:30-11am Lamaze Family Center Ann Arbor 2855 Boardwalk, Ann Arbor 734-973-1014, lamazefamilycenter.org Bring your ghosts, goblins, pirates and princesses to a baby and toddler-friendly Halloween get-together! Play games, make crafts and indulge in treats, with the chance to get your little one’s picture taken by professional photographer, Julie Morrison, for a small donation. $15 per child. $30 with photos.

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17th Annual Family Halloween Party

Halloween Skate 1-2:30pm Veterans Memorial Ice Arena 2150 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor 734-794-6235, a2gov.org Grab your skates and show off your skills while dressed in spooky Halloween attire. The best costumes win prizes! $5/ adults, $4/kids and seniors.

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Saturday, October 25

Boo Bash 2014

5-6pm Briarwood Mall 100 Briarwood Circle, Ann Arbor 734-769-9610 simon.com/mall/briarwood-mall Briarwood Mall will be filled with animated characters, fairies, vampires and more when passing out Halloween candy. Activity tables for kids will be placed throughout the mall.

Saturday, October 25

Halloween at the Market

7am-3pm Ann Arbor Farmers Market 315 Detroit St., Ann Arbor 734-794-6255, a2gov.org/market Face painting, pumpkin carving and other festivities will take place in celebration of the harvest season. Costumes for children are encouraged.

Free.

Saturday, October 25

Animal Haunts

6-8pm Leslie Science and Nature Center 1831 Traver Rd., Ann Arbor 734-997-1553, lesliesnc.org Children won’t be too spooked at LSNC’s nonscary Animal Haunts. Visitors will take a hike through Black Pond Woods where interpreters in costume bring plants, animals and other natural objects to life. Harvest games and crafts, pumpkins, face painting and a hay jump are waiting for you! Be sure to dress up! $9/person or $34/family non-member; $8/person or $30/family for LSNC members.

6:30-7pm Chelsea District Library McKune Room, 221 S. Main St., Chelsea 734-475-8732, chelseadistrictlibrary.org Drop in with children ages 2-6 and join Miss Karen and Miss Edith for Halloween stories, songs and crafts. Come dressed in costume and hunt around the library for hidden treats! Free.

Thursday, October 30

Downtown Halloween Festival

5-6:30pm Ypsilanti Library 229 W. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti 734-482-4110, ypsilibrary.org A trick-or-treater’s paradise for all ages will be downtown on Washington Street! Gather candy and other treats at local businesses and stop by Library Plaza to eat popcorn, play games, and win books. The “Boo!Mobile” will also be at the library with fun giveaways. Free.

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Margaret Teall, Ann Arbor

Halloween&Fall The Fall season is full of fun to-dos, among them, at-home activities. Pumpkin carving, baking treats and making acorn bird houses are a must. Add these DIY projects to the calendar for some more family bonding!

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By Sarah Mayle

For Fall:

My Fancy Finds Book

Grab a bag and take your child on a nature walk, snapping off and scooping up any interesting flowers or leaves to make a book! Just the walk was an adventure, as we discovered a ladybug larva, a shiny pink and blue bug we had never seen, a caterpillar, a pretty yellow bird, an ant hill and much more.

Recommended age: 3+ (My 5 and 9-yearold test subjects said this is one of the best crafts we’ve ever created, and we have made MANY crafts.)

Time: 2 to 3 hours, including nature walk Things you will need: Bag for your finds, clear contact paper, markers, scissors, construction paper, hole punch, yarn or string, craft foam, buttons, other fun items from around the house to glue on book cover

For Halloween:

Ghost Wind Sock

Get in the swing of Halloween with these not-so-scary ghost wind socks that will even survive the rain. They are fun and easy to make!

Recommended age: 3+ (My test subjects, ages 5 and 9, loved it!)

Time: 20 minutes Things you will need: Large Styrofoam cup, white kitchen garbage bag, construction paper, glue, scissors, pencil, 3 feet of yarn or string Steps: 1. Draw a face on the construction paper color of your choice and cut out. Glue face on the Styrofoam cup.

2. Cut the garbage bag in half. Take the bottom half and cut 5 or 6 strips to make streamers.

Glue the streamers around the bottom of the cup.

3. Using your pencil, punch a hole on each side of the top of your ghost (bottom of the cup), then feed your string or yarn through and tie together.

All done and ready to hang!

Steps: 1. Spread your finds on a table and estimate how many pages you will need.

2. We cut our contact paper about an inch smaller than a page of construction paper. For each page of your book, you will need two sheets of contact paper.

3. As the adult cuts the contact paper, have the child begin their book cover. Write “My Fancy Finds” on the front and decorate with markers and/or glue fun items on the front.

4. When the contact paper is ready, remove the cover sheet and place it on the table, sticky side up. Have your child press her finds onto the page to make a collage. When finished, peel back another piece of contact paper to carefully place on top to seal in the collage. Repeat for each page.

5. Arrange your book. We placed a sheet of construction paper in between each collage page so the items would show up nicely. Punch two holes on the edge of the paper, and tie with yarn to keep your book together. (Staples would also work.)

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Tips from Eleanor Pollack, Ann Arbor

If you’re crafty, you might be more excited for Halloween than your little trick-or-treaters. The big payoff of hand-making a costume comes when you pat yourself on the back and say, “I made it.”

DIY Halloween costumes become special keepsakes. Here are two ideas to inspire your creative side.

By Jennifer Eberbach

Frankenstein

Designed by Mark Tucker, Ann Arbor

Items Needed: Cardboard box Plaster gauze (aka plaster of paris cloth rolls) Gardening gloves Baseball cap Black robe or baggy adult-sized clothes Pantyhose Rope or drawstring Paint Hot glue gun

Items Needed:

Make Frankenstein’s head and hands:

100% Polyester fabrics in shimmery light blues

1. Pick out a rectangular cardboard box for Frankenstein’s head, which will sit on top of your real head.

2. Wet strips of plaster gauze and shape a face on the box.

Form the nose, mouth, ears, eyebrows and bolts.

Sewing machine and supplies Basic sewing knowledge A dress pattern of your choosing

Sheer “tissue” fabric in light blue (cape) Silver trim resembling icicles

3. Turn a baseball cap around backwards, with the brim to the back. It will be part of Frankenstein’s neck.

Glitter fabric paint in silver

4. Add a chin strap to help hold the hat in place. Attach the middle of a piece of rope (or draw string) to the top of the backwards baseball cap, near the center of the skull, with plaster gauze.

Snowflake stencil

5. Put more plaster gauze on the outside of the backwards baseball cap.

6. Attach Frankenstein’s head to the backwards baseball cap by wrapping more plaster gauze around the two pieces (forming the neck). Make sure it will stand upright when you are wearing the hat.

7. Set aside to dry.

8. Move on to the gardening gloves. Paint them green and add details like fingernails.

Saran wrap

1. Choose a long dress pattern that you feel comfortable working with.

Keep in mind, there is no need to match it perfectly. Elsa is in the details you add.

2. Watch the animated film and notice two or three identifying characteristics of the character.

3. Two of Elsa’s defining characteristics are her sheer light blue cape, with snow flakes on it, and shimmery blue dress.

4. Draw or print out a snowflake shape on a piece of paper. Put saran wrap over the paper, and lay the sheer cape down over that. Trace the snowflakes with glittery silver fabric paint. Let dry.

9. Paint Frankenstein’s head however you want! Let it dry.

5. Use silver trim that looks like icicles to make the dress look Frozen.

A zigzag stitch is a good option.

Finishing the costume:

6. When sewing the pattern together, use a French seam for the whole costume. It will stand up to wear.

10. Take a black robe (the one in the photo is a choir robe).

An oversized adult hoodie or anything with extra baggy arms should also work.

11. Unzip it a little for a “V-neck.” This is where your face looks out.

12. Heat up a hot glue gun.

13. Hot glue the collar of the robe around the edge of Frankenstein’s neck (the hat), leaving the “V-neck” open.

You may want to tuck the brim of the hat under the robe and glue around the cap part, depending on the shape of your creation.

14. Cut up a pair of pantyhose, preferably black, to fill in the “V-neck” opening. Hot glue it on.

OPTIONAL: Hot glue Frankenstein’s hands to the sleeves of the robe and glue them together in front for a clasped-hands look.

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7. To sew a French seam: Start with the fabric right side out. Stitch a 1/4 inch seam and press with an iron. Turn it inside out. Stitch a second seam at 3/8 inch.

8. In the costume pictured here, Elsa’s has sheer sleeves that attach to the dress around the armpits. However, adding sleeves is optional.

A basic half-circle shaped cape, tied around the neck with ribbon, will do.

ANOTHER OPTION: An easier alternative is to buy any light blue skirt and shimmery blue shirt, and then make the sheer snowflake cape yourself.

The most important thing is to incorporate Elsa-specific details.

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Breaking Dad

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Halloween Candy Overload

A solution to avoid dental bills and sugar highs

By Jeremy Rosenberg

LEARN TO SKATE

Basic Skills Group Lessons

FALL 2014

FALL 2 Oct 21 – Dec 21

Tuesday & Thursday, 6:15pm – 7:05pm Saturday 10:15am – 11:05am For ages 3 through adult

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Saturday 11:15am to 12:05pm

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Every October, my family ponders a question that has been with the human race since our ancestors first applied color to cave walls: Jack and Eva Rosenberg sho w off their “What on earth are we going to do overload of Halloween trea ts with all this Halloween candy?”

Back then, the little ones would don an aurochs horn and visit all the neighboring caves. Of course, for them a Bit-o-Honey was literally a bit o’honey. In all likelihood, these cave dwellers stored their candy for the harsh winter, but truth be told archeological records are spotty. Some skeptics even claim they may not have celebrated Halloween at all.

Sorting of the treats Today, what is ceremoniously piled on the floor after an evening of trick-or-treating represents not just a few treats for the kids, but also potential dental bills and hyperactive sugar highs, both equally painful to deal with.

The sheer amount of candy is the problem. No child should should consume this much candy over the course of a week, month, or perhaps even a lifetime. It’s like a day’s worth of production from Willy Wonka’s showed up at my door. I’m not talking about a regular, sing-songy, über-productive day at the Choco-Factory, I’m talking Oompa-Loompas-getting-into-the-catnip levels of productivity. I’m talking a lot of candy.

The kids are certainly allowed to have their share, but at some point the madness must end. That is where we, as mature adults, must step in. Every year, I open the cabinet and peer in at the cacophony of confections: “I can’t let my kids eat all this candy. It’s sooo bad on sooo many levels. Time for Dad to take one for the team.” Or several.

This is as bad a solution as the kids eating it all, and it’s getting out of hand, I find myself searching out the perfect Michigan porter to compliment all the chocolate.

Justification runs rampant, “I can’t let my child eat a Mr. Goodbar and then play with her friends, she could accidentally breathe on one of them.” If there is one thing public schools have taught us, it is that peanuts are lethal.

This year, I have a better plan — give it away. We’ll go through the stash, pick out our favorites, and then box the rest up.

It’s better for the children’s teeth, family harmony, and on a personal level, my waistline. Besides, I prefer IPAs to porters.

CREATIVE MOVEMENT CLASS (OFF-ICE) SATURDAY 11:15am to 12:05pm Starts October 4th

The AAFSC Office is located in the Ann Arbor Ice Cube 2121 Oak Valley Drive, A nn Arbor Home Club of the

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Jeremy Rosenberg gave up the corporate rat race years ago to become a freelance writer and graduate student, as well as a stay-at-home dad to his two children, Jack, 10, and Eva, 5. He also enjoys playing the guitar, letting his cats fall asleep on his lap, and trying to be a decent human being.

Contact him c/o editor@annarborfamily.com

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Where to Find the Best Free Educational Videos Online

How videos can help more than hurt a child’s education

By Carolyn Jabs

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but pictures plus words can be priceless. As every good teacher knows, a well-chosen video can fasten a concept into a child’s head much faster than a lecture or a textbook.

Happily this is the golden age for mini videos with several uses. During the summer, they offer young minds a workout that may minimize summer slump. During the school year, they can be used to supplement or enliven school lessons.

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CGP GREY has a simple tagline— “complex things explained”—and it delivers on that promise.

These short videos feature stick figures that explain everything from the debt limit and daylight savings time to the electoral college and net neutrality.

Vihart is one of the few vlogs hosted by a woman. Victoria calls herself a “recreational mathemusician,” and her videos are quirky, fast-paced explorations of the intersections between math and art. Check out the hexaflexagrams!

Science Music Videos are the creation of Mr. W, a science teacher in Berkeley, California, who makes up infectious folk, rock and even rap songs about complicated biological concepts like DNA, photosynthesis, mitosis and osmosis.

MinutePhysics prides itself on making very short videos that explain “cool physics and other sweet science” using “stick figures and bad puns.” The narrator talks very fast so kids who are completely new to a topic may need to watch the videos more than once.

Crash Course is the collaboration of two brothers who are also teachers. One of the brothers happens to be John Green, author of several wildly popular young adult books including “The Fault in our Stars.” Videos on this site are a bit longer than others, but the brothers talk fast. Occasionally they use edgy language. At this point, they’ve posted videos for entire semesters of material in US and World history, literature, chemistry, biology, ecology and psychology.

Veritasium is a grab bag filled with experiments, discussions, interviews, demos and random interesting facts. The host, Derek Muller, has a special interest in correcting scientific misconceptions.

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Not surprisingly, many educational videos are now posted on YouTube. The following YouTube channels meet the ABC standard--they are Accurate, Boredom Busting and Child Friendly.

If you find a channel your kids really like, consider subscribing so you’ll know when new videos are posted.

Numberphile is produced by the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute with the goal of getting young people to “love numbers.” The videos, created by a talented team of mathematicians, explain a wide variety of mathematical concepts in idiosyncratic ways. To calculate the value of pi, they use pies!

Spangler Effect is the product of a science teacher who turns “ordinary science experiments into unforgettable learning experiences.” If your kids want to replicate some of the experiments, books and science kits are sold on a complementary website.

Ted Ed is part of the growing empire of TED products. Unlike the well-known talks, TedEd segments are shorter lessons from exceptional teachers. Many have been developed in consultation with animators and screenwriters. They vary widely in length and subject matter but all are intended to spread great ideas and spark curiosity.

Carolyn Jabs, M.A., raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses to conflict. For other Growing Up Online columns, visit www.growing-up-online.com.

Videos on YouTube tend to be short and idiosyncratic. Like a good appetizer, they can create hunger but they may not satisfy it. If you are looking for videos that are a little more substantial and systematic, turn to these websites.

Khanacademy.org is a nonprofit that posts free video lessons on a wide range of subjects from art history to economics. Started by a young man who was trying to help his cousin do her math long distance, the site is especially good at helping young learners master mathematical concepts from counting to differential equations.

Neok12.com has a well-organized list of videos on almost any topic a child might want to explore.

In addition to the video lessons, the site offers games and worksheets that may be helpful to students who are trying to master unfamiliar concepts for school.

Watchknowlearn.org has indexed 50,000 educational videos on everything from physics to phys ed, foreign languages to social studies, ethics to ecology. In addition to searching by subject matter, parents can zero in on videos suitable for specific ages by using the slider at the top of the page.

Watching a video isn’t the same as mastering a subject. Kids also need discussion and exercises as well as lots of opportunities to practice new skills.

Still, the right video at the right time can ignite a child’s curiosity and, perhaps, begin a lifelong interest. Just as important, sharing one of these little videos can be a big opportunity for families to talk, learn and laugh together.

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Testing For Toxins

Advocating for less hazardous consumer products

By Jennifer Eberbach

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eff Gearhart thinks it is important to remember that children are more vulnerable than adults to certain types of chemical exposure. As the founder of HealthyStuff.org, the consumer product testing arm of the Ecology Center in Ann Arbor, he has tested thousands of products as research director. Two recent studies look at car seats and school supplies, and his team has also tested toys, cars, cell phones and everyday products for lead, flame retardants and other concerning chemicals.

"As parents, we all want to protect and raise kids who are as healthy as possible.

We want to make good decisions about what we purchase and avoid hazards, but it's difficult to get good information," Gearhart says.

Why do you advocate for child environmental safety?

You cannot assume that exposure that does not impact an adult doesn’t impact a child. They are going through neurological development and different systems of the body are developing. For far too long, product screening has not been based on assessing impact on vulnerable populations, like children.

What is HealthStuff.org's origin story?

The genesis was eight years ago, when we had been looking at chemical hazards in vehicles. Tests were quite expensive, so I figured out a rapid screening methodology in order to test more vehicles.

We quickly realized that we could apply the same methodology to other products.

Within a year, we were looking at toys. It grew from there.

How can testing products create positive changes in the world?

We were very involved in screening toys during the period of time when there were literally millions of products being recalled because of high levels of lead.

When we started testing toys, seven years ago, about 13 percent had levels of lead that exceeded government standards.

Within three years, we saw that go down to 3 percent or 4 percent.

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Jeff Gearhart, founder of HealthyStuff.org, wants to ensure environmental safety for children We constantly see positive changes. It's easier to make good choices as the market for alternative, healthier products has developed. It is really pro-business and pro-innovation to phase out toxins, and those manufacturers are winning in the marketplace. But it's still difficult because labeling ingredients on non-consumable products is not required.

Are you finding less toxins in kidrelated products these days?

We're seeing shifts in car seat companies. With toys, we've seen things get better. However, the manufacturer may stop using one hazardous chemical but then substitute in another chemical that causes problems. There has been a little bit of a treadmill of regretful substitutions.

What led you to your current work?

I have an M.A. in environmental science from the U of M. I've been at the Ecology Center for 18 years working on a range of environmental issues, primarily related to chemical exposure from manufacturing plants and air quality issues, and I've provided technical support to community groups dealing with pollution and contamination.

What are some of your goals?

We want to drive the marketplace to where companies volunteer disclosures of hazards and composition information on their products. And eventually we need better public policy to regulate hazards in products, especially for children.

Get Your Grill On

Fresh tastes and do-it-yourself grilling at Tomukun Korean BBQ

By Katy M. Clark

Tomukun Korean BBQ

505 E. Liberty St. #100 Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Phone: 734-734-369-2602 Hours: Monday: Closed; Tues-Sun: 11:30am-10pm www.bbq.tomukun.com

There was a hole in the middle of our table. Actually, it was a grill. That’s because my family of four was seated at Tomukun Korean BBQ, a new restaurant where you grill your own meat. Thomas Yon, who has owned and operated Tomukun Noodle Bar next door since 2010, opened Tomukun Korean BBQ this spring.

Past the bar near the front of the restaurant, we were seated in the open dining room. It was filled with sleek tables and chairs, bright windows, and a hip, college student crowd. Tables seemed close to each other, imparting a communal feel.

I noticed there was no kids’ menu. However, grilling our own food seemed appealing and I was sure my kids, ages 11 and 7, would find something they would like. Our server advised us to order Combo #1 for $40, which serves 2-4 people. It consisted of 8-12 ounces each of Chadul Baegi (beef brisket), Dweji Bulgogi (spicy pork), and Yangnyum Galbi (marinated short rib). For larger groups, there are bigger combos with additional meats at added cost.

Combos come with salad, rice, and five sides: marinated peppers, broccoli, mushrooms, kimchi, and a dish reminiscent of coleslaw. There was also a smattering of garlic and jalapeño slices with which to grill, plus three dipping sauces: creamy miso, a hot sauce, and sesame oil with salt.

Table full of toddler traps and yummy dishes

Our table was covered soon with salad, sides, sauces, meats, and utensils like tongs and scissors to cut the meat. I flashed back to when my kids were older infants and toddlers, when it would have been a challenge to keep everything safely out of their reach.

If you have young kids, or you don’t want to cook your own food, then there are many other enticing traditional Korean dishes available. Tomukun Korean BBQ offers hot pots like Boodae Jongol (Army Stew), Dolsot Bibimbop (stone rice bowls with vegetables, fried egg, and sauce), Soondubu (tofu stew), Nengmyun (buckwheat noodles), and Bokum (stir fry) with ingredients like spicy octopus.

Grilling indoors

Our server greased our grill, which was recessed into our tabletop, and it was time to cook. We threw on the meats and vegetables, like asparagus and onion. The kids realized that cooking on your table was fun. They flipped and stirred. They tossed in more meat. They were master chefs!

You can’t fit everything on the grill at once, so we entered an enjoyable dance of grilling, eating, and grilling and eating some more. The kids decided the simple, meaty beef brisket was their favorite. They devoured it, so we ordered an extra tray for $20.

The Short Course

Kid-friendly: Yes, but more so for big kids if you’re going to grill To avoid wait: With its proximity to campus, come before 7pm for dinner to avoid the student crowd.

Noise level: Moderate Bathroom amenities: Changing tables in both restrooms High chairs? Yes Got milk? No, but they offer lemonade and soda Kids’ menu? No Anything healthy for kids? There are lots of lean meats and vegetables Food allergy concerns? Servers can work with the chefs to identify ingredients or tailor suggestions for allergies. If you grill at the table, you can control what and how you cook.

Meanwhile, my husband and I savored the sweet and zesty flavor of the spicy pork. It was cooked well (by us!), yet still melted in our mouths. The short rib was also flavorful and tender. We tasted hints of garlic and soy. The meats paired well with the salad, a fresh batch of lettuce with tangy soy dressing.

The sides, albeit small in size (with free refills), offered lots of flavor. I liked the marinated, crunchy peppers and supple mushrooms. My husband liked the broccoli, peppers, mushrooms, and kimchi, of which I’m not a fan.

“How does the kimchi taste?” I asked.

“Like kimchi,” answered Mr. Eloquent.

Neither of us was taken with the fruit coleslaw side dish, but there were so many other winning flavors on our table.

“I find it so cool that you can actually cook your own food,” said my 11-year-old about the experience at Tomukun Korean BBQ. “Instead of grilling outside, it’s fun to grill inside,” chimed in my 7-year-old.

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October 2014 Trick Or Feet! 5K & 10K Run, Walk, & Roll and ½ Mile Mini Monster Dash

Sunday, October 5/ Maybury State Park Head to Maybury State Park to admire the fall colors and participate in a fun, Halloween-themed run hosted by the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan. Wear a family-friendly Halloween costume and be part of the costume contest! In between race events, participants can enjoy cider and donuts, pumpkin painting, face painting, balloon creations, pumpkin bowling and other kids games, massages, and spooky Halloween tunes. Registration is $35 for the 5K, $40 for the 10K, and $10 for the ½ Mile Mini Monster Dash (for kids age 12 and under) online or at the event. All participants of the 5K, 10K, and ½ Mile Mini Monster Dash will receive a t-shirt and finisher’s medal! Packet pickup & late registration: 9:00 am; 5K/10K start: 10:00am. Maybury State Park, Oak Shelter, located at the 8 Mile entrance (49775 8 Mile Rd), Northville. 734-222-9800. www.nkfm.org/TrickOrFeet.

1 WEDNESDAY Art for Teens - Learn to screen print and create your own graphic print! Registration required. 6pm. YDL- Whittaker, 5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti. 734-482-4110. ypsilibrary.org Free

2 THURSDAY Emerging Writers Workshop Discuss what to talk about when promoting your book without getting into too much detail or leaving out important information.

Discover the essential documents every writer should have including query letters, synopses, log lines and blurbs. 7-8:45pm.

Traverwood Library, 3333 Traverwood Drive. 734-327-4555. aadl.org Free Spanish Story Time/Hora de Cuentos - Join for bilingual stories and songs in Spanish and English for preschool aged listeners. Siblings and families are welcome. Understanding Spanish is not a requirement to enjoy this event. 5:30-6pm.

Downtown Library , 343 S. Fifth Ave. 734-327-4555. aadl.org Free.

4 SATURDAY 2nd Annual Ann Arbor Russian Festival - Russian Ukranian folk dance and music including Moscow Nights Band, St. Vladimir’s Dance Group, Russian Ballet Academy of Michigan, Slavic Cuisine and Tea room with authentic sweets, Kid’s Corner including children’s puppet show, petting zoo, bounce house, hair braiding, games, crafts and more! Saturday, 11am8pm; Sunday, 1-7pm. St. Vladimir Orthodox Church, 9900 Jackson Rd., Dexter. annarborrussianfestival.org Free.

Mom2Mom Sale - The Huron Valley Parents of Multiples Group (HVPOM) is holding their semi annual Mom-2-Mom Sale. Items for sale will include gently used children’s clothing, toys, shoes, baby gear, swim stuff and more. 9am-noon. $2 adults.

Woodland Meadows Elementary, 350 Woodland Dr., Saline. facebook.com/HVPOMMom2Mom Park it and Run! - There will be a 1 mile Kids’ Run/Walk and a 5k Run/Walk.

The course is great for all levels of running and walking. Registration required! 8am. $30 for 5K; $10 for 1 Mile. Independence Lake, 3200 Jennings Rd., Whitmore Lake. ewashtenaw.org Movie in the Park - Bring lawn chairs, snacks and blankets and enjoy an evening of music, activities and a movie with the family! 7pm. Ford Heritage Park, Ypsilanti.

734-544-3800. visitypsinow.com Free.

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Harvest Spooktacular - Decorate mini pumpkins, make your own granola bars, learn about and taste native sweeteners including honey, agave and maple syrups.

Wear your costumes! Register online.10amnoon. $8. Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. 734-647-7600. lsa.umich.edu

5 SUNDAY Autumn Spectacular - Hike from Springhill to Kosch Preserve. Enjoy a day filled with beautiful fall colors. 1:15pm.

Springhill Nature Preserve, 3260 Berry Rd., Superior Twp. 734-971-6337 ext 335. ewashtenaw.org Free.

6 MONDAY KinderConcert - The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra comes out to the library! 9:30-10am and 10-10:30am.

YDL- Whittaker Branch, 5577 Whittaker Rd, Ypsilanti. 734-482-4110. ypsilibrary.org Free.

Swan Theater, 6175 Jackson Rd. 734-995-0530. wildswantheater.org

10 FRIDAY Read to Library Dogs - Children are invited to come read books to friendly service dogs to improve their reading skills by reading to non-judgmental listeners.

3:30-5pm. Chelsea District Library, 221 S. Main St., Chelsea. 734-475-8732. chelsea.lib.mi.us Free.

11 SATURDAY Run Scream Run - This Halloween themed run is sure to be a good time. There will be a Freaky 5k, a Terrorizing 10K and a Kid’s Cider Mill Mile. You will also receive discounted tickets to the Wiard’s Country Fair or the Haunted Thrill Park for the day before and day of race admission. Register online. Packet pick up begins at 6:30am and race begins at 8:30am. $19-$40. Wiard’s Orchard, 5565 Merritt Rd., Ypsilanti. runscreamrun.com

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7 TUESDAY Tiny Tots Fall Fun - Explore the changes taking place in Black Pond Woods and all around the site through games, crafts, and outdoor activities for you and your child. Ages 1-3; caregiver and registration required. 9:15-10:45am. $8; $7 member.

Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org Reaching Potential - Essential health tips and rules for raising a healthy, wellrounded child. 10:30-11:30am. Indigo Forest, 4121 Jackson Rd. 734-994-8010. theindigoforest.com Free.

8 WEDNESDAY Becoming Brothers and Sisters Help the siblings-to-be feel special and excited about their new role in the family!

Children, ages 2 and up, and their expecting parent(s) are invited to learn swaddling, diapering, handling a newborn and what to expect when mom goes to the hospital.

Fee for class includes the whole family and registration is required. 6-7:15pm. $40.

University of Michigan Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr. 734-973-1014. lamazefamilycenter.org

9 THURSDAY Frog and Toad - Explore the friendship of Frog and Toad through storytelling, puppets, and props! Shows on October 9 at 10am, October 10 at 10am and noon and October 11 at 11am. $12 adults; $8 youth and seniors. Towsley Auditorium -Wild

Special Story Time - A children’s author joins us to do a story time. Recommended for grades K-4. Nicola’s Books, 2513 Jackson Ave. 11am. 734-662-0600. nicolasbooks.com Free

15 WEDNESDAY Fuzzy Spiders and Glittery Webs Take home your own hand-made creepy crawly and web just in time for Halloween.4-5pm. Pittsfield Library, 2539 Oak Valley Dr. 734-327-4555. aadl.org Free.

16 THURSDAY Leaf Crowns and Fall Finery - Meet at Medford Pavilion and make fall costumes from items found in nature including leaves, vines and other treasures. Call to register.

All ages welcome.10:30 am. County Farm Park - Medford Pavilion. 734-971-6337 ext 335. ewashtenaw.org

18 SATURDAY An Evening with Sandhill Cranes Meet at LSNC to carpool to Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary where over 8,000 Sandhill Cranes roost for the night. Dress for the weather and registration is required.

2-6pm. $10/person or $38/family. Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org

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Story Time with the Humane Society - The Humane Society of Huron Valley will have adoptable pets at Nicola’s Books for story time. Designed for ages 2-5. The kids will be engaged with stories, activities, crafts, and animals! 11am.

Nicola’s Books, 2513 Jackson Ave. 734-662-0600. nicolasbooks.com Free.

Folktale Fun for the Very Young Enjoy an Incan tale told through a puppet show. The early childhood faculty of the Rudolf Steiner School will perform with handmade puppets. Show followed by a hands-on craft. 10-11am. Downtown Library, 343 S. Fifth Ave. 734-327-4555.

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aadl.org Free.

SUNDAY Fireside Fun - Bring the family, camp chairs, and s’more fixings to the campfire and enjoy some stories and fun! 6:30-8pm.

Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd. 734-997-1553. lesliesnc.org Free.

Trick or Treat on the River - Spend the afternoon enjoying the fall beauty as you paddle the Huron River and trick or treat by canoe or kayak. 12-5pm. $18/boat.

Gallup Canoe Livery, 3000 Fuller Road.

734-794-6240. a2gov.org Mini Yarn Monsters - Learn tricks to turn your yarn bunch into cute little monsters! 2-3pm. Malletts Creek Library, 3090 E. Eisenhower Pkwy. 734-327-4555. aadl.org Free

21 TUESDAY Fantastic Treats Without the Meltdown - Make chemical free marshmallows, pumpkin spice ice cream, doughnut sundaes and more! All treats are nourishing, gluten/dairy free and finger licking good just in time for Halloween. 10:3011:30am. Indigo Forest, 4121 Jackson Rd. 734-994-8010. theindigoforest.com Free

23 THURSDAY Twitter Chat: A Healthful Halloween Discussion on healthier treats and goodies, and share photos of costumes, jack-o-lanterns and more. Follow #WFMdish. 7-8pm.

Twitter. wholefoodsmarket.com

24 FRIDAY Pirate Treasure Hunt - Join the library for a fundraiser to benefit the children’s programs at YDL. Teams of 4 or less will solve clues to earn treasure. There will be pirate themed performances and pizza. 6:30pm. $25; $30 at door. Ypsilanti District Library, 5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti.

734-482-4110. ypsilibrary.org

25 SATURDAY Boo at the Zoo - This Halloween event will include trick or treating, a costume parade, animal activities, a not-too-spooky trail, music and more! 12-4pm. $5.50 seniors and kids (3-11); $8 ages 12 and up. Great Lakes Zoological Society, 6885 Jackson Rd. 734-332-1628. glzszoo.org Little Artist Studio - Little artists will be in for a messy, fun time as different art materials and techniques are explored.

Recommended for ages 4-7. 10:30 am to 11:30 am. $13. Two Twelve Arts Center, 216 W. Michigan Ave., Saline.

734-944-2787. twotwelvearts.org

Superhero 5k! Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan - A SUPER-fun event for the whole family, the Superhero 5k is a fundraiser for the Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan scholarship fund.

The event includes a 1 mile run/walk, a 5k run/walk and a kids’ dash (ages 7 and under.) Register by September 26 to guarantee you receive a t-shirt! All participants are encouraged to wear a Superhero costume. 9:30-11:30am. Registration before October 22. 5k: $25; 1 mile: $15; Kids’ Dash: $10. Hudson Mills Metropark, 8801 N. Territorial Road, Dexter. 734-712-5640. girlsontherunsemi.org Mini-Monster Stuffies - This creative sewing workshop will show you how to make a unique stuffed monster. Arrive on time as this project will take the whole time and is recommended for grades 6 and up.

1-4pm. Downtown Library, 343 S. Fifth Ave. 734-327-4555. aadl.org Free.

Dib, Dab, Daub - Little artist and parents will explore a variety of materials and techniques in art. Recommended for ages 20 months to 3 years. 9-10am. $13. Two Twelve Arts Center, 216 W. Michigan Ave., Saline. 734-944-2787. twotwelvearts.org

26 SUNDAY Annual Family Halloween Party Journey through the museum stopping at different stations and displays with handson activities. Come in costume (recommended, but not required) and bring a bag for goodies! 12-5pm. Museum of Natural History, 1109 Geddes Avenue.

734-764-0478. lsa.umich.edu Free Bonnie and Clyde Auditions - A2CT is holding auditions for the children’s roles for their upcoming production of Bonnie and Clyde. Kids auditioning should prepare a specific piece from the show, which can be found on the website. Call backs will be held on October 28. 7-8pm. Ann Arbor Civic Theatre, 322 W. Ann St. 734-971-0605. a2ct.org

29 MONDAY Halloween Party with Tarot Reader Halloween party, hosted by the Teen Advisory Group, with spooky snacks, storytelling and tarot readings. 7pm. Ypsilanti District Library, 229 West Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti. 734-482-4110. ypsilibrary.org Free

30 THURSDAY Downtown Halloween Festival Trick or Treat at the local businesses, stop by the Library Plaza to eat popcorn, play games and win books. 5-6:30pm.

Downtown Ypsilanti, 229 W. Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti. 734-483-4444. visitypsinow.com Halloween Fairy Tea - Children and their families are invited for tea and cookies with real fairies! There will also be a story time with books about fairies. Dressing as a fairy is encouraged! 1-4pm. $11; Free for under 18 months. Crazy Wisdom Bookstore, 114 S. Main St. 734-665-2757. crazywisdom.net

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Daily Pianos ‘Round Town - Pianos will be on the sidewalks in Ypsilanti’s Depot Town, downtown area on Michigan Avenue, and Tower Inn Cafe at 701 W. Cross Street. They will be available to play during business house and free piano lessons will be given at Nelson Amos Studio. Through October 7.

Ypsilanti’s Depot Town, Downtown and West Cross, Ypsilanti. 734-484-2787.

Free

Tuesdays

Draw, Write, Act and Explore All Things Theater - Build your confidence, enhance communication skills and incorporate visual arts, creative writing and performance into storytelling.

Each week is a different topic, drop-ins welcome. Through October 14. Register online. 4:45-5:45pm. $10 per session.

Fly Creativity Lab, 40 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti. 734-217-2228. flyartcenter.org

Tuesdays and Thursdays

Dungeons and Dragons Weekly Gaming - New and experienced gamers are welcome to open Dungeons and Dragons play. Tuesdays are for ages 12-18 and Thursdays are for ages 15-25. Runs through December. 4:308:30pm. Chelsea District Library, 221 S. Main St., Chelsea. 734-475-8732. chelsea.lib.mi.us Free

Wednesdays Wii Wednesdays - Open play on the library’s Wii! console. Games include: Wii Sports, Mario Kart, New Super Mario Brothers, and Super Smash Brothers Brawl. 5-6:30pm. YDL- Superior, 8795 MacArthur Blvd, Ypsilanti.

734-482-4110. ypsilibrary.org Free

Fridays Drop in Arts and Crafts - Bring the kids to Lamaze Family Center for arts and crafts. Supplies, space, and ideas are provided. Ages 0-5. Fridays through October 17. 10am-12pm. $5 per child.

Lamaze Family Center, 2855 Boardwalk.

734-973-1014. lamazefamilycenter.org

Saturdays Yippee for Yupo - Artists will express their creativity watercolor and other media on Yupo, synthetic paper.

Recommended for ages 8-12. Through October 18. 12-2pm. $80, $25 studio fee. Two Twelve Arts Center, 216 W. Michigan Ave., Saline. 734-944-2787. twotwelvearts.org

Sundays Creating Together: Parent and Child - Spend some creative time with your child making art projects.

Class runs Sundays October 12 through November 16. Dress to get messy, ages 3-5, register online. 1-2:30pm. $120.

Ann Arbor Art Center, 117 W. Liberty St. 734-926-4128. annarborartcenter.org

marketplace ADVERTISING IN MARKETPLACE Free Classifieds: Individuals may receive one free 20-word ad per month (products offered in ads must sell for under $100). Each additional word 40 cents, payment must accompany ad. Free ads run 1 month and are reserved for private-parties use, noncommercial concerns and free services.

Ads MUST be typed or neatly printed and MAILED, E-MAILED, or DROPPED OFF to Ann Arbor Family Press. Classifieds by the15th of the month prior to publication.

Line Classifieds: Only $20 per month for 20

words or less. Each additional word is 40 cents each and any artwork will be $5 extra.

Display Classifieds: Display classifieds with a box may be purchased for $25 per column inch. Photos are accepted with ads for an additional $5 per photo.

Deadlines: Ad copy must be received by the 15th of the month prior to publication.

Payment: Payment must be received before an ad can

be placed. We accept checks, cash, money orders and credit cards (Visa/Mastercard).

Mail or drop off:

Ann Arbor Family Press Classifieds, 3003 Washtenaw Blvd., Ann Arbor.

Phone: 734-668-4044

E-Mail: classifieds@annarborfamily.com Refunds: Sorry, NO REFUNDS given.

Misprints: Credit toward future ads.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS HERO MILES — to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at fisherhouse.org​

EDUCATION ARE YOUR CHILDREN INTERESTED IN ASTRONOMY? Do they like observing the moon, planets and stars? GO TO www.YoungAstronomer.org

EVENTS Stargazing Peach Mountain Observatory Ann Arbor September 20th Directions: http://www.umich. edu/~lowbrows/calendar/ regular.html Observatory Opens at Sunset, Free admission and parking

FOR SALE Independent Damsel PRO selling self defense products for more info go to www. mydefensepro.net/PRO5883

Massage: Walk-in Appointments Available. Free Parking. Make some time for yourself! Come in stressed leave refreshed. RelaxStation.

734-623-1951 Birth Trauma and Pregnant Massage Sher, 740-743-7160 - 85/hr + Hot Towel 42.50/hr. Same Day. AA. CCs accepted.

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Give Hope. Become a Foster Parent. Attend a free training today to learn more! For more information: www.judsoncenter.org or 313-255-8272.

Lifecoach Q.August/ CueTheCoach LLC. Themed Parenting Workshops Superhero or My House Is A Zoo Free w/$25 supply kit purchase CUETHECOACH.net

Call Rachellyn 419.244.9859

to sell your stuff today

FUN FREE Fitness! M & W 6:30pm off Packard Rd. All ages & skill levels welcome. nutritionbychoice.com 734-707-7697 The Newcomers Coterie Club of Ann Arbor provides a friendly social contact for new and returning residents to the Ann Arbor area, as well as a new social outlet for established residents. Visit annarbornewcomersclub.com

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