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One of my most favorite months. I feel I may say this often about most months! It’s true; March is a favorite and brings so much for us to look forward to. We can anticipate the signs of Spring! This is the time of year when all nature seems to come back to life. Its nature’s time to shout: all things will be new! We see new growth on trees, beautiful flowers in all the colors of a rainbow blooming, birds chirping, ladybugs, and bird nests, to name a few. It’s nature’s renewal! And, of course, I encourage you to “Love the Season you’re in!” And this, my friends, is our season of renewal! Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, which is when we make commitments to spiritual practices like Fasting, Prayer and Charity (almsgiving). Its intent is to help us grow in our faith, towards a personal conversion, that brings us closer to God. You may have friends that may refuse something and say, “I gave that up for Lent”. It’s the small sacrifices that help us remember the big sacrifice that was made for us a very long time ago. This year may bring my family a bit of a twist from our traditional commitments. Since we already ate all the Thin Mints, which are usually placed in the freezer for storage until Easter, I would like us to fast from other things. Like those moments lost in cyberspace that take away from our family being really together (hmm, do my kids remember board games or yard work!) That’s one; and two, make a commitment of praying for strangers that we see on the street, or around us. And consider that we may have been the only person to have prayed for them that day! And finally, for almsgiving, we could set aside (daily), money that we may have used for something truly unnecessary to give away to a charity of our choice. I encourage you to love this season of renewal; find ways to encourage others, a few actions to show love, a few prayers to seed in them the hope of their own renewal. Remember, love begets love. When we show love to others, they respond by doing the same. We are human. We respond to the goodness of love with joyful blooms. Prepare your heart to be filled with the love of God.
Mary Ellen Season after season, Lord! Show us your glory as we cling to you as life changes colors, for better and for worse.
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Josephine, age 3 Our cover model this month is Josephine! She is “Josie” to all of her friends. She shares her life with 2 dogs, a Pomeranian named Pixie and a Shar Pei named Stoli. Her favorite foods include “all breakfast foods,” especially pancakes, eggs and turkey sausage. This little redhead enjoys swimming and gymnastics. When she grows up she wants to drive cars and build things. Her mom reports that, “she is an anti-princess.” She loves all things planes, trains, and cars. She has never met a monster, robot, bug, snake, dinosaur or wookiee that she didn’t like. Cover photography by
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For your kid’s sake, parents should focus on their kid’s health, rather than weight. Stop the discussions about the numbers on the scale and talk about the numbers associated with nutrition. How many grams of fiber, percent of vitamins per serving, fat content (good or bad.) Teach your kids to choose wisely by knowing how to read the nutrition facts label. Another number to talk about – how much time spent on physical activity! To learn more about the Nutrition Facts label check out our “Better Homes & Bodies” feature online. www.suburbanparent.com
Life Skills Falling to Wayside While access to technology is important, research is finding younger children lack knowledge in basic life skills. One study found that kids ages 2 to 5 on average could turn on a computer, point and click a mouse, and play computer games, but were not as likely to be able to tie their shoelaces, make themselves breakfast, or swim.
Are You Working Harder Not Smarter? While technology makes it easier than ever to work non-stop, unplugging and spending “down time” actually increases the quality of work. According to recent research, workers who step back from their work to spend evenings relaxing are more energetic and efficient during the work hours, as well as more dedicated employees. So put away that laptop and break out the Scrabble, dad!
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Why Camp? At camp our youth learn so many life lessons. Being on their own at camp fosters independence, leadership and most of all self-confidence. Trained camp counselors prepare for and find many teachable moments. Through fun and hands-on experiences, campers find themselves growing and developing the skills needed to be successful, confident, young adults. Relish the moments when your child returns home and notice the difference.
A new survey finds that while a relatively high number of U.S. teens are active in church and describe their faith as important, many are not well-educated in their beliefs. Many described God as important in their life, but had a hard time communicating exactly what they believed and why. Many large churches offer youth programs that are strong on entertainment value, if faith is important to your family be sure to choose a Bible based church that focuses on content and learning as well.
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Dear “Momsolvers”, “My husband wants to adopt a puppy. Don’t laugh but I am scared of most dogs, even puppies. Should I work on myself or keep saying, no way!”
~ Kimberly M., reader and mom u Make it easy for him by doing most of the work. Locate the doctor. (He may be more comfortable with a male.) Make the appointment at a convenient time and go with him. After the appointment, do something fun, like go to dinner or a movie. Also, write down all your questions ahead of time, along with symptoms and family history of disease. Most of all, avoid nagging! Be loving and encouraging. Remind him that he is putting you in a position of worrying about his health. ~ Grace, reader and mom of 2
u I say, figure out why you are so fearful of dogs. Maybe visit places where you would come in contact with dogs in a controlled environment or through family and friends that have well behaved dogs. Puppies, dogs, cats, most domesticated animals are like people; they want to loved, fed, exercised and given boundaries to follow. In return, they will love you tenfold without condition. It will be well worth getting over your fear. Good luck. ~ Kathy Z., reader and mom
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u WORK ON YOURSELF! A puppy can be so cute and loving. If you grow up together you will be fine. Don’t go for a big dog. Start off small and before you know it you will be in love and the puppy will be sleeping with you!
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u I can remember my neighbor came over my house to let me know she was worried. Her daughter just brought home a puppy, and she was not comfortable with dogs! I assured her she would be okay and the puppy will love her new home. Well, it wasn’t 2 weeks later that I invited her to come over for some coffee and she brought Lulu over too, in a basket, and exclaimed; ”look how sweet she is!” I pray you will adjust so easily as well. Animals are so loving, and more so when they feel loved as well. Give it a try! ~ Ellen, reader and mom of 2, with a cat and a dog!
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u After self-publishing a book about some life struggles I encountered, I started a website because I realized just how much I loved to write! I write about marriage, parenting, faith, personal growth and addiction. Check it out at www.mymothersfootprints.com my advice for you is to go for it!! ~ Kimberly M., reader and mom of 5 u Hi, I think if you have been holding recipes for so long, they must have a great sentimental value! This is fantastic, because readers love stories. And recipes with stories are exceptional! You could private message a blogger you admire and ask for advice too. Good luck. Also, maybe you could let us know when you launch by sending an email to Suburban Parent. ~ Beth, reader and mom of 5, food lover, food blog stalker (just kidding!)
My 13 year old is begging to have social media sites. I have been able to escape this because of the 13 year rule for most sites. But now I have to set boundaries and monitor. I know she will be active on social media and I want her to be careful and mindful of the dangers associated. Any advice about parenting a social media novice and teen? I have recently become the caretaker of my grandchildren. I run into the “my mom always let me!” when I need to set boundaries. How do I override what their mother permitted and now I will not. I really want them to have some great memories of our time together. P.S. I do get great info and ideas from this magazine. Thank you. ~ Barbara, grandma of 2 My toddler (2 yrs.) has not breastfed since he was 11 ½ months old. When he sees other babies breastfeeding he pulls at my shirt and says, “me do”. Sometimes I get embarrassed. How do I handle this without making him feel he is doing something wrong? ~ Liz, mom of 1
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The Know It All SUBURBAN PARENT CALENDAR Parents: Some programs require tickets and/or reservations, always contact event locations to confirm times and requirements. Mar 01 - Lone Star Student Teller Auditions at the Frisco Public Library Sat - 12:00 am - 12:00 pm. Want to take the stage and captivate an audience with a story? Audition to perform at the Lone Star Storytelling Festival in September 2014! Must be ages 8-18 to enter. Deadline for entry is Sunday, May 4. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com Mar 01 - Showtime Saturdays at the Galleria Sat 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Join the family-fun entertainment event happening adjacent to Galleria’s award-winning Play Place on Level 3. Every Saturday, dozens of children and their families make time to enjoy the amazing FREE entertainment. Each week the performance is different. Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, Texas, www.galleriadallas.com Mar 01 - Teens-Introduction to Adobe Photoshop CS6 at the Haggard Library Sat - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Introduction to Adobe Photoshop CS6 – Healing Brush and Patch Tools add’l time are 1:30–2:30pm, 3–4pm, 4:30–5: Limited to 4. Registration opens two weeks prior to session. FREE Grades 6-12 Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 01 - Dewey Knit at the Richardson Public Library Sat - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Library welcomes knitters of all ages and abilities to come to the Library’s knitting group, Dewey KNIT. Registration is not required. Call Jane Nearing for more information 972.744-4350. Richarson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Dr., Richardson, Texas, Jane Nearing www.cor.net Mar 01 - Apr 26. Teens Write Now at the Parr Library Sat - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Interested in creative writing? Join fellow teens at our monthly meetings to share your work, exchange ideas, get feedback, and discuss the ins-and-outs of being a writer. FREE, Ages 13-18. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www. planolibrary.org
Mar 01 - May 17. Saturday Night Rec N Roll 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm. An activity packed evening for kids in 3rd to 6th grade. Enjoy gym games, music, theme night and contests in a safe and supervised program $8 Pre-Registration $12 Pre-Registration with a Party Pack (Concessions credit) $10 Admission at the Door $14 Party Pack at the Door Joe Farmer Recreation Center, 1201 E. Bethany Dr., Allen, Texas, www.allenparks.org Mar 02 - May 04. Magic and Comedy Show for the Whole Family Most Sundays- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Whether you’re in the mood to laugh or be amazed, Addison Improv has got you covered with their weekend family comedy and magic show. This fun, kid-friendly afternoon show features magicians with illusions designed to delight audiences of all ages, plus comedy to make even the littlest member of your brood laugh. $8-$12 Addison Improv Comedy Club, 4980 Beltline Rd #250, Addison, Texas, 972.404-8501 www.improv.com Mar 02 - Apr 30. Art Scene The Rotten Ralph Art Show at the Haggard Library Sun - 12:00 am - 12:00 am Art Scene: The Rotten Ralph Art Show! –FREE, All Ages. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www. planolibrary.org Mar 02 - Krewe of Barkus in McKinney Sun 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm Barkus Goes Back in Time...Dress your four-legged friend as your favorite decade and head to Historic Downtown McKinney for an afternoon of Mardi Gras fun Historic Downtown McKinney, Mitchell Park, 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 02 - Celebrate Read Across American Day at Barnes and Noble, Creekwalk Village Sun - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Could you, would you, in a car? Join us, perhaps via car, at our store to listen to Dr. Seuss’ wonderful Green Eggs and Ham. Barnes and Noble, 801 West 15th St., Plano, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com
Mar 02 - 16. Taste of Mah Jong at the Haggard Library Sun - 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Taste of Mah Jong – “Both American and Chinese Mah Jong sets will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own set to share. No scoring or gambling! Come and go, ages 8 and up. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 02 - Circo Comedia Family Show at the Eisemann Center Sun - 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm “Circo Comedia” Methodist Richardson Medical Center Family Theatre Series Unpredictable thrills, side-splitting comedy and daredevil stunts are the signature style of CIRCO COMEDIA. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.eisemanncenter.com Mar 02 - May 04. Nature Explore Family Club in Plano Sun - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm. It’s in Your Nature to Explore! Are you “stumped” about what to do this weekend? Don’t stay “rooted” in front of the television! Join us the first Sunday of each month OR the following Monday for the Nature Explore Families Club. Our mission is to help connect children and families with nature and each other through fun, age-appropriate activities. Environmental Education Center, 4116 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, Texas, www.livegreeninplano.com Mar 03 - Read Across America at Barnes and Noble, Stonebriar Mall Mon - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Join us for story time and activities on Monday, March 3 for the NEA’s Read Across America, featuring the exclusive BN edition of Green Eggs and Ham. Barnes and Noble, 2601 Preston Rd., Frisco, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 03 - May 05. What Are You Reading Now Book Club at the Haggard Library Mon - 1pm-2:30pm Read and discuss great books you’ve read. FREE, Adults. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 03 - The Romantic Music of Chopin at the Eisemann Center Mon - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Concerts with lively commentary by internationally acclaimed pianist
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The Know It All cont.’d SUBURBAN PARENT CALENDAR Jeffrey Siegel. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www. eisemanncenter.com Mar 04 - Lunchtime Lectures: The Vanderbilts Tue - 11:30am-12:45pm Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.cor.net Mar 04 - 25. GED Classes at the Smith Public Library Tue - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Meets on Tuesdays and follows the same holiday schedule as Wylie ISD. Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd., Bldg. 300, Wylie, Texas, www.wylietexas.gov Mar 04 - 18. Tiny Tot Time at Collin Creek Mall Tue - 10:00 am - 10:30 am Children 5 & under will enjoy kid pleasing fun including stories, singing, dancing & more! Lower Level in Center Court near Zales. Collin Creek Mall, 811 North Central Expwy, Plano, Texas, www.collincreekmall.com Mar 04 - 25. Every Tuesday Music & Movement at Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library Tue - 10:15 am - 10:45 am Every Tuesday Music & Movement for children ages 18 months-5 years with a caregiver. Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library, 101 E. Hunt St., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 04 - 05. Puppet Show at the Davis Library Tue - 11:00 am - 11:30 am Puppet Show: Goldilocks and the Three Bears – Listen to some stories and watch a puppet show. FREE All Ages. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov
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Mar 04 - Plano Bibliovores at the Harrington Library Tue - 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm Plano Bibliovores – Read and discuss the featured book Revolution by Jennifer Donnelly. Free books given while supplies last. FREE, Ages 13-18. Harrington Library, 1501 18th St., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org
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Mar 04 - May 13. Tutoring Tuesdays at the Harrington Library 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Free math tutoring help is available every Tuesday for students struggling to maintain grade-level math. Not intended for those in advanced or honors classes. All materials provided, but students are encouraged to bring unfinished math homework with them. Tutoring provided by volunteers. Continues for students who were registered in the fall FREE Grades 1-12 Harrington Library , 1501 18th St., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org
Wednesday - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages; Toddler Time 10 &
Mar 04 - Communication Skills at the Haggard Library Tue - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Communication is key when working with your child’s school, and it is not always what you ask for but how you ask. Learn about communication details that can help you achieve a better outcome getting appropriate services for your child. FREE, Adults Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 04 - 25. Audrey Hepburn Film Festival Tuesdays - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Sabrina (1954) 3/11: Roman Holiday (1953) 3/18: Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) 3/25: My Fair Lady (1964) Allen Public Library, 300 N Allen Dr, Allen, Texas, 214.509-4900 www.cityofallen.com Mar 5. Registration Opens for SMU Summer Youth in Plano. Expand your child’s horizons with more than 30 new programs for students entering K-12th. 972-473-3412 smu.edu/summeryouth. See ad in this issue. Mar 05 - Puppet Show at the Davis Library Wed - 10am-10:30am Puppet Show: Goldilocks and the Three Bears – Listen to some stories and watch a puppet show. FREE All Ages. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 05 - 26. Every Wednesday Fun with Baby at Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library. 10:15 am - 10:30 am Every Wednesday Fun with Baby ages Birth-18 months with a caregiver. Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library, 101 E. Hunt St., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 05 - Neighborhood Memory Cafe in McKinney Wed - 10:30 am 12:00 pm Socializing and Information Sharing Individuals with early to moderate Alzheimer’s and their care partners, friends, family members, neighbors as well as those who worry about Memory Problems are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served.972.547-7491 McKinney Senior Recreation Center, 1400 South College St., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 05 - Nov 05. First Wednesday Book Club Meeting at the Richardson Public Library Wed - 7:00 pm - 12:00 am Held on the first Wednesday of the month. Coffee is available at 7:00pm and presentations and discussions begin at 7:30pm. For more information call 972.744-4350. March selection is Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. Presentation by Karen Weiss. Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.cor.net Mar 06 - 27. Every Thursday Music & Movement at the John & Judy Gay Library 11am-11:30am Every Thursday Music & Movement for children ages 18 months-5 years with a caregiver.2 programs at 10:15am and 1 program at 11am John & Judy Gay Library, 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 06 - McKinney Farmers Market at Adriatica 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Local and organic meat, dairy, honey and produce vendors offer their wares every Thursday at Adriatica on McKinney’s west side. Market vendors also offer sauces, canned goods, pasta, baked goods, wine and flowers! 6851 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney, Texas, www.chestnutsquare.org Mar 06 - Teen Book Club at the Smith Public Library Thu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm For teens in 6th-12th grades. Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd., Wylie, Texas, www.wylietexas.gov Mar 06 - Feb 05 2015. Mystery Book Club at Barnes and Noble, Creekwalk Village Thu - 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Love to dive into a good mystery? Come check out our group of mystery genre lovers to read new and classic works the first Thursday of each month. Barnes and Noble, 801 West 15th St., Plano, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 07 - Dallas Theater Center Presents The Fortress of Solitude, A New Musical Fri - 12:00 am - 12:00 pm. A story of 1970s Brooklyn and beyond…of black and white, soul and rap, block parties and blackouts, friendship and betrayal, comic books and 45s. And the story of what would happen if two teenagers obsessed with superheroes believed that maybe, just maybe, they could fly…Contains adult themes and language. Recommended for ages 14 and above.Matinee & Evening Performances. Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St., Dallas, Texas, www.dallastheatercenter.org Mar 07 - 21. Game Day Fridays at the Tom Muehlenbeck Center Fri 12:00 am - 12:00 am Game Day Fridays at the TMC – Join staff from Parr Library at
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Monday - Family Storytime 7pm, all ages Tuesday - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages; Toddler Time 10 & 10:45am, ages 18-36 mo. 10:45am, ages 18-36 mo. Thursday - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages; Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo.
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Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Dr., 214-509-4900
Note: these are the regularly scheduled sto rytimes, call to confirm as schedules are subject to change.
Monday - Fun Ones Story Time 10:15 & 11:15am, ages 12-23 mo Tuesday - Baby & Me 10:15am, pre-walkers; Fun Ones Story Time 6:30pm, ages 12-23 mo; Family Story Time 11:15am ages 2-6 w/family Wed - Together Time 10:15am, ages 2-3; All By Myself 11:15am, ages 4-5 Thursday - Together Time 10:15 & 11:15am, ages 2-3; Family Story Time 11:15am & 7pm, ages 2-6 w/family
Frisco Public Library 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., 972-292-KNOW All story times are free with registration at front desk. Tuesday - Toddler Story Time 10:15 (ages 18mo.-23mo.) & 10:45am (ages 2-3yrs); Preschoolers Story Time 11:30am, ages 3-5 yrs Wednesday - Babies and Books 10, 10:30, 11 & 11:30am, ages 0-17 mo.; Bedtime Stories 7pm, all ages Thursday - Toddler Story Time 10:15 (ages 18mo.-23mo.) & 10:45am (ages 2-3yrs); Preschoolers Story Time 11:30am, ages 3-5 yrs Friday - Toddler Story Time 10:15 (ages 18mo.-23mo.) & 10:45am (ages 2-3yrs); Preschoolers Story Time 11:30am, ages 3-5 yrs Saturday - Family Story Time 10:30am, all ages
McKinney - Roy and Hellen Hall Branch 101 E. Hunt St., 972-547-7323 Monday - Fun with Baby 10:15am, ages 6-17mo & caregiver; Hold My Hand 10:15am, ages 18mo-3yrs & caregiver; On My Own 11am, ages 3-5 Wednesday - Family Story Time 6:30pm, all ages & caregivers
Plano - Harrington Branch
*Tickets will be handed out for all preschool programs beginning at 10am
1501 18th St., 972-941-7175
McKinney - John and Judy Gay Branch
Monday - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages Tuesday - Family Storytime 7pm, all ages Wednesday - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages Thursday - Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo
Plano - Parr Branch 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., 972-769-4300 Monday - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages Tuesday - Family Storytime 7pm, all ages Wednesday - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages Thursday - Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo
Plano - Schimelpfenig Branch 5024 Custer Rd., 972-769-4200 Monday - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages Wednesday - Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo; Family Storytime 2:15pm, all ages Thursday - Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo
the Muehlenbeck Center for video games, crafts, book talks and more! Registration through Parks & Recreation required. FREE, Ages 13-18. Muehlenbeck Center, 5801 W. Parker Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 08 - 2014 Allen ISD Eagle Run Sat - 8:15 am - 12:00 am Fun Run/Walk at 8:15am and 5K Run at 8:45am. All proceeds directly benefit Allen teachers and students through special program funding and scholarship awards! Eagle Stadium, 155 Rivercrest Blvd., Allen, Texas, www.alleneaglerun.org Mar 08 - Job Search Seminar at the Davis Library Sat - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Job Search Seminar – Get tips on creating your resume and preparing for a successful interview. Learn about our online Job Center. FREE, Adults. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 08 - American Girl Truly Talented Girl Event at Barnes and Noble, Creekwalk Village Sat - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. What makes a girl truly talented? We’ll explore this idea with fun activities, treats and also read a selection of the new ‘American Girl Isabelle’ series. Event is for girls 8 and up. Barnes and Noble, 801 West 15th St., Plano, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 08 - Showtime Saturdays at the Galleria Sat - 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Join the family-fun entertainment event happening adjacent to Galleria’s award-winning Play Place on Level 3. Every Saturday, dozens of children and their families make time to enjoy the amazing FREE entertainment. Each week the performance is different. Galleria Dallas, 13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, Texas, www.galleriadallas.com Mar 08 - Apr 19. Teen Writers Group at the Frisco Public Library Sat - 3-4pm Teens in grades 6-12 will talk all things writing, share writing and, oh yeah…write! Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com Mar 08 - Girl Gotta Read Adult Book Group at Barnes and Noble, Creekwalk Village Sat - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Join our fun group of ladies who take time out of their busy schedules every other month to discuss a new or classic work of fiction. This month their selection is The Monuments Men by Robert Edsel. Read and discuss the book; then see the movie! Barnes and Noble, 801 West 15th St., Plano, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 08 - Dec 13. Bingo/Game Night PLUS Sat - 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm. We’ll have a blast playing good ole fashioned BINGO and winning FUN prizes. PLUS, a new fun family connect activity! Bring your own dinner or enjoy drinks/snacks from the $1 café. (EVERY second Saturday!) This Side Up! Family Center, 1100 Capital Ave, Plano, Texas, www.thissideupfamily.org Mar 08 - Dec 13. Second Saturdays in Historic Downtown McKinney Sat - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm. The community and beyond enjoy an evening of art, music,
6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy, 972-547-7323 Wed - Fun with Baby 10:15am, ages 6-17mo & caregiver; Hold My Hand 10:15am, ages 18mo-3yrs & caregiver; On My Own 11am, ages 3-5 *Tickets will be handed out for all preschool programs beginning at 10am
Richardson Public Library 900 Civic Center Dr., 972-744-4350 Monday - Family Story Time 6:45pm, ages 3-7 Tuesday - “It’s Elementary!” Storytime 4:15-4:45pm, ages K - 4th grade
Smith Public Library – Wylie 800 Thomas St., 972-456-6250 Tuesday - Family Storytime 6pm, all ages Wednesday - Toddler Time 9 & 9:45am, ages 1-2; Big Kids 10:30 & 11:15am, ages 3-5 Fri - Babies & Books 11am, ages 0-1; Toddler Time 11:30am, ages 1-2 *Tickets required for Toddler, Big Kid and Family Story Times. Seating is limited.
food and spirits every second Saturday in Downtown McKinney. Guests can explore local art galleries, listen to great local and regional talent and taste specialties in some of the area’s best eateries. Many establishments in Downtown McKinney will keep their doors open from 7-10 p.m. Historic Downtown McKinney, 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 08 - Richardson Symphony Orchestra at the Eisemann Center Sat 8pm-10pm. Stars of the Future, The Winner of the 2014 Lennox Competition. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.eisemanncenter.com Mar 09 - 16. Taste of Mah Jong at the Haggard Library Sun - 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm Taste of Mah Jong – “Both American and Chinese Mah Jong sets will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own set to share. No scoring or gambling! Come and go, ages 8 and up. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 09 - Salvatore Liberto in Concert at the Eisemann Center Sun - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Salvatore Liberto in Concert “Elton & Me” Performing Elton John and Songs of His Own - Entertaining and Inspiring! Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.eisemanncenter.com Mar 10 - K-2 Explorers Happy Pig Day! at the Frisco Public Library Mon - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Children’s in grades K-2 will celebrate Pig Day at Elephant and Piggie’s party. Tickets available on the day of the program when the library opens. First come, first served and space is limited. Grades K-2 only! Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com Mar 10 - Family Movie at the Parr Library Mon - 2pm-2:30pm Family Movie – Turbo (PG, 96 min) Enjoy a movie with your family with snacks from home! FREE, All Ages. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 10 - Sensational Seuss at the Davis Library Mon - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sensational Seuss! – Come celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with us as we make a Dr. Seuss hat, talk about his book Bartholomew and the Oobleck, and make some ooey gooey Oobleck of our own! One registration per family required. Limited to 40 families. Registration opens February 24th. FREE All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 10 - Apr 21. Novel Knitters at the Haggard Library Mon - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Novel Knitters – Share knitting tips, learn to knit, bring your project. FREE, Adults. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 11 - 25. GED Classes at the Smith Public Library Tue - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Meets on Tuesdays and follows the same holiday schedule as Wylie ISD. Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd., Bldg. 300, Wylie, Texas, www.wylietexas.gov
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Mar 12 - Professional Puppeteer Sandy Shrout at the Richardson Public Library Wed - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. The Princess and the Pea. Basement Program Room Ages 5 years +* Limited tickets will be distributed in the Youth Services Department beginning at 10:00 a.m. on the day of the program…first come, first-served. For more information, contact Youth Services at 972-744-4358 Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.cor.net Mar 12 - Sensational Seuss at the Schimelpfenig Library Wed - 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Sensational Seuss! – Create a Cat in the Hat Mask from a paper plate. A come and go event. FREE, All Ages. Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 12 - Movie Matinee and Popcorn at the Richardson Public Library Wed - 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Ages 3+ will enjoy Planes! Join Dusty, a crop duster with sky-high dreams and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to take on the world’s fastest flyers in the greatest air race ever. For more information, contact Youth Services at 972-744-4358 Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.cor.net
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Mar 11 - La Leche League Plano Tue - 10:30 am - 11:30 am Room 122 LEADER INFORMATION: Beth 972-747-1297 Cleo cleo6924@aol.com Lynnee 469855-0647 lmburns30@sbcglobal.net Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 3601 W 15th St, Plano, Texas, www.texaslll.org
Mar 13 - Go Bananas at the Frisco Public Library Thu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Teens in grades 6-12 will have fun tattooing a banana and eating a banana split! Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com Mar 13 - Dec 11. BYOBook Club at the John & Judy Gay Library in McKinney Thu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm What are you reading? Would you recommend it? Come share your latest great reads! The BYOBook Club, a book club for adults, meets the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. John & Judy Gay Library, 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 14 - Jan 18 2015. Third Monday Trade Days in McKinney Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Third Monday Trade Days in McKinney, Texas is the oldest and largest monthly trade days/flea market in North Texas.. Trade Days Grounds, 4550 W University Dr, McKinney, Texas, 972.562-5466 www.tmtd.com Mar 14 - North Dallas Newcomers Book Club at Barnes and Noble, Creekwalk Village. Fri - 10:30am-11:30am. Be part of our fun North Dallas group that meets the second Friday of each month to discuss current works of fiction. Email crm2586@bn.com for more information on what has been selected for this month. Barnes and Noble, 801 West 15th St., Plano, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com
Mar 12 - Super Science Space Stations at the Davis Library Wed - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Super Science: Space Stations – What happens to your bones in space? Do you know the phases of the moon? How can you exercise without gravity? Come learn with us about life in space. One registration per family required. Limited to 40 families per event. FREE All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov
Mar 14 - Happy Pig Day at the Harrington Library Fri - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Happy Pig Day – Join us for this Elephant & Piggie themed event. We will read some of our favorite Elephant & Piggie books, make a pig mask and dance. Come and shake your bacon; oinking is optional! FREE, All Ages. Harrington Library, 1501 18th St., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org
Mar 13 - David Chicken at the Parr Library Thu - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm David Chicken – Enjoy this heart-pounding, floor stomping, interactive performance which features singing, dancing, and general hilarity! FREE, All Ages. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org
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Mar 13 - Teens Write at the John & Judy Gay Library Thu - 4:15 pm 5:15 pm Teens in grades 6th-12th. John & Judy Gay Library , 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org
Mar 12 - Teens Divergent Party at the Haggard Library Wed - 3pm-4pm Divergent Party – Celebrate the release of the movie Divergent by dressing in the colors of your favorite factions and doing crafts and activities for all five factions. FREE, Grades 6-12. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov
Mar 12 - Speak and Swap at the Frisco Public Library Wed - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Teens, Grades 6-12, come and enjoy an open mic night and book swap! Share your writing, sing a tune or throw down some spoken word while swapping books and music with other teens. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com
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Mar 13 - Library Legos at the Harrington Library Thu - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Get creative with lots of Legos! FREE, All Ages. Harrington Library, 1501 18th St., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 13 - Sensational Seuss at the Haggard Library Thu - 2pm-3pm Sensational Seuss! – You can play an egg game, you can make a striped hat, you can smile in the photo booth, now what do you think of that? We’re celebrating Dr. Seuss! FREE, All Ages. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 13 - Dreamcatchers at the Schimelpfenig Library Thu - 3pm-4pm Dreamcatchers – Whether you’re looking to sweeten your dreams or just decorate your walls, come and learn how to build a dream catcher with us. FREE, Grades 4-8. Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 13 - McKinney Farmers Market at Adriatica Thu - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Local and organic meat, dairy, honey and produce vendors offer their wares every Thursday at Adriatica on McKinney’s west side. Market vendors also offer sauces, canned goods, pasta, baked goods, wine and flowers! Open 3:00pm-7:00pm or until sellout. , 6851 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney, Texas, www.chestnutsquare.org
Mar 14 - Rainbow LOOM Crafternoon at the Richardson Public Library Fri - 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Rainbow LOOM Crafternoon! Grades 3-6 only. It’s a bracelet make-a-thon! Registration is required and space is limited. Please call 972.744-4358. Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.cor.net Mar 14 - Officer Friendly at the Davis Library Fri - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Officer Friendly – Kids in grades 1-5 can meet a Plano Police Officer and learn about 911, stranger danger and more in an interactive, fun and educational hour. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 14 - Sensational Seuss at the Parr Library Fri - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sensational Seuss! – Join us for a Seuss-tastic Carnival with games and activities - all in celebration of Dr. Seuss! FREE, All Ages. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 14 - Digging Up Your Roots at the Haggard Library Fri - 3pm-4pm Digging up your roots! – Make a family tree, play classic games, and explore the past. FREE, All Ages Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 14 - American Girl Truly Talented You at Barnes and Noble, Stonebriar Mall Fri - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Girls ages 8-12 -- Join us for a special American Girl Event. Truly Talented You features fun activities, puzzles and crafts inspired by the newest Girl of the Year. Barnes and Noble, 2601 Preston Rd., Frisco, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 14 - Celtic Night at the Library Featuring The Selkie Girls Fri - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm The enchanting Celtic musical ensemble The Selkie Girls perform at this years’ Celtic Night. Celebrating the musical traditions of Ireland and Scotland. Allen Public Library, 300 N Allen Dr, Allen, Texas, 214.509-4911 www.cityofallen.com Mar 14 - UNTOLD at the Eisemann Center Fri - 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Star
Mar 11 - Zooniversity a Live Animal Adventure at the Richardson Public Library Tue - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm. For ages 5+.Zooniversity is a traveling wildlife education company that introduces children and adults to the fascinating world of exotic animals. A free ticket is required to attend. Tickets are limited and available in the Children’s Department on Tuesday, March 11, beginning at 10:00am, first come, first served. For more information, contact Youth Services at 972.744-4358. Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.cor.net Mar 11 - Garden Party at the Schimelpfenig Library Tue - 2pm-3:30 pm Garden Party – Decorate a flower pot and plant a seed for spring. A come and go event. FREE, All Ages. Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 11 - Family Movie at the Haggard Library Tue - 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Family Movie – Aladdin (G, 90 min) Bring snacks, and a pillow or blanket. FREE, All Ages. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 11 - Jan 13 2015. Children’s Book Club at Barnes and Noble, Creekwalk Village Tue - 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Each month, children ages 5 to 7 meet to discuss and do fun activities centered around their love of reading! Please email crm2586@bn.com for details on what this group has chosen to read this month. Barnes and Noble, 801 West 15th St., Plano, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 11 - School Age Program “Bubble-ology” at the John & Judy Gay Library Tue - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm For children in grades K-5th. John & Judy Gay Library , 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 11 - Undead and UnRead Book Club at the Frisco Public Library Tue - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Explore Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com Mar 11 - 25. Audrey Hepburn Film Festival Tue - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 3/4: Sabrina (1954)3/11: Roman Holiday (1953)3/18: Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)3/25: My Fair Lady (1964) Allen Public Library, 300 N Allen Dr, Allen, Texas, 214.509-4900 www.cityofallen.com Mar 11 - Second Tuesday Book Club at the Schimelpfenig Library Tue - 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Second Tuesday Book Club – Read and discuss the featured book The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh. FREE, Adults. Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 12 - Apr 09. Parkinson Voice Project Free Parkinson’s Information Session Wed - 9:30 am - 11:00 am Parkinson Voice Project Free Parkinson’s Information Session. Lecture & video presentation. Learn the basics about Parkinson’s and how it affects speech and swallowing. Second Wednesday of every month. 646 N. Coit Rd, Richardson, Texas, www.parkinsonvoiceproject.org
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The Know It All cont.’d SUBURBAN PARENT CALENDAR Nation presentsUNTOLD with Shahram Nazeri & Hafez Nazeri Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.eisemanncenter.com Mar 15. USA Football Fundamentals Camp for Boys & Girls. Presented by EXLR8 Sports. Only $25! For more info, call 469-667-4407, email exlr8sports@gmail.com or visit exlr8sportscamps.com. See ad in this issue. Mar 15 - Dec 20. Saturday Games at the Rowlett Public Library Sat - 10:30 am - 11:30 am Families are invited to join us on the third Saturday of every month for a free program for all ages, play games in the Meeting Room from 10:30 am – noon then check out books, DVDs, CDs and more at your Rowlett Public Library! Free and open to all ages. Rowlett Public Library, 3900 Main St., Rowlett, Texas, www.ci.rowlett.tx.us Mar 15 - Big Wheels Police Department at the Haggard Library Sat - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Big Wheels: Police Department – Enjoy a story and learn about personal safety from Officer Younger and get up close to a POLICE Car. Bring your camera! FREE, All Ages. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 15 - May 17. Saturday Night Rec N Roll Sat - 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm. An activity packed evening for kids in 3rd to 6th grade. Enjoy gym games, music, theme night and contests in a safe and supervised program. In order to participate, a current SNRNR ID card is required. Parents must accompany children to JFRC during regular operating hours to complete and sign the registration form. An ID card will be made at that time. $8 Pre-Registration $12 Pre-Registration with a Party Pack (Concessions credit) $10 Admission at the Door $14 Party Pack at the Door Joe Farmer Recreation Center, 1201 E. Bethany Dr., Allen, Texas, www.allenparks.org Mar 16 - Inner Engineering at the Frisco Public Library Sun - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Learn simple and powerful meditation tools designed to improve your energy level, heighten your ability to focus and maintain an inner calm in just a few minutes a day. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com Mar 17. St. Patrick’s Day. Wear green or get pinched! Mar 17 - School Age Program Volcanos at the Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library Mon - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm School Age Program for children in grades K-5th. Roy
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& Helen Hall Memorial Library, 101 E. Hunt St., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 17 - 31. Strong Teens at the Haggard Library Mon - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Designed for parents to learn from teen specialists, interact with other parents, and find resources with the community. Learn about a variety of academic opportunities for your teen and where/how they can grow. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www. planolibrary.org More details. Mar 18 - Tiny Tot Time at Collin Creek Mall Tue - 10:00 am - 10:30 am Children 5 & under will enjoy kid pleasing fun including stories, singing, dancing & more! Lower Level in Center Court near Zales. Collin Creek Mall, 811 North Central Expwy, Plano, Texas, www.collincreekmall.com Mar 18 - Come Play and Learn at the Frisco Public Library Tue - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy fun learning activities with a caregiver at this fun come-and-go event. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com Mar 18 - May 20. Teen Anime Club at the Haggard Library Tue - 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Teen Anime Club – Do you watch anime? Read manga? Cosplay? Draw pictures of what Naruto would look like in Ichigo’s shinigami robes? Bring your snacks and enjoy watching anime with other fans like you!FREE, Grades 6-12. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 19 - Genealogy at the Haggard Library Wed 9:30 am - 11:00 am Genealogy: Those Records were Lost in a Fire – Now what do I do? FREE, Adults. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 19 - Community Writers’ Critique Group at the Richardson Public Library Wed - 6:00 pm - 8:45 pm Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.cor.net Mar 19 - Allen Americans vs. Wichita Thunder Wed - 7:05 pm - 10:00 pm Allen Event Center, 200 E Stacy Rd, Allen, Texas, www.alleneventcenter.com Mar 20 Allen’s Community Theatre Presents Moon Over Buffalo Allen’s Community Theatre presents Moon Over Buffalo by Ken Ludwig. Performance dates March
20-23 (matinee), March 28-29 (matinee & evening), March 30 (matinee), April 4-5 (matinee & evening), April 6 (matinee). Ticket prices: $20 (general), $18 (age 65 and older), $15 (under 18), Groups (10 or more) $18.Seating is general admission. House opens 30 minutes prior to show. Allen’s Community Theatre, 1206 E. Main St., Ste. 105, Allen, Texas, www.allenscommunitytheatre.net Mar 20 - La Leche League of McKinney Thu - 10:15 am - 11:45 am **June meeting to be held June 13th**LEADER INFORMATION:Autumn 559-312-3873 wintermermaid@gmail. com DeeDee 972-838-9135 dlynn@dfwair.net Marie 972-8009216 mamasmilk13@gmail.com First United Methodist Church, 315 N. Church St, McKinney, Texas, www.texaslll.org Mar 20 - Teen Graphic Novel Book Club at the John & Judy Gay LibraryThu - 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm For teens in grades 6th-12th.February: Sunday Funnies! March: What Else Are You Reading? John & Judy Gay Library , 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 20 - Family Night at The Edge Skate Park in Allen Thu - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm This is an opportunity for families to bring out small children without the presence of many older children. Children must be accompanied by at least one parent to gain entrance to the park. The Edge Visitor Center, 201 E. St. Mary, Allen, Texas, www.cityofallen.org Mar 20 - Third Thursday Mysteries Book Club at the Davis Library Thu - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Third Thursday Mysteries Book Club! – Read and discuss the featured book 1222 by Anne Holt. FREE, Adults Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 21 - Game Day Fridays at the Tom Muehlenbeck Center Fri - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Game Day Fridays at the TMC – Join staff from Parr Library at the Muehlenbeck Center for video games, crafts, book talks and more! Registration through Parks & Recreation required. FREE, Ages 13-18. Muehlenbeck Center, 5801 W. Parker Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 21 - 23. Dallas Ballet Company Performance at the Eisemann Center Fri - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Regional Dance America/Southwest Festival “Deep in the Heart... There’s Dance” Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.eisemanncenter.com
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Mar 22. The 5th Annual DFW Family Expo. Fun for the whole family with product samples, play areas, an indoor trampoline park, petting zoo, face painting, live performances and more. 10am-5pm. Dallas Market Center, Main Hall. $5, all proceeds donated to Children’s Medical Center 214-6050006 dfwFamilyExpo.com. See ad in this issue. Mar 22. Camp Olympia Open House. Join us at our beautiful location on Lake Livingston to learn more about our summer camp for boys and girls ages 7-16. 10am-4pm. 723 Olympia Dr, Trinity, TX www.campolympia.com. See ad in this issue. Mar 22. Open House at Eldorado Montessori. 10am-2pm. 11600 Teel Pkwy, Frisco 972-334-9444 www. eldoradomontessori.com. See ad in this issue. Mar 22 - Family Robotics Airplane Rescue at the Haggard Library Sat - 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Family Robotics: Airplane Rescue – Build an airplane that changes speed as it tilts up and down! Families will build and program beginner robots with our LEGO We Do kits and work as engineers, scientists, and mathematicians to create and experiment. One registration per family required. Limited to 10 families. Registration opens. FREE, All Ages. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 22 - Saturday Night THRIVE 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Newton’s Lab Science Show – FREE Family Connection Night Back by popular demand…. FUN night of Science Fun! This Side Up! Family Center, 1100 Capital Ave, Plano, Texas, www.thissideupfamily.org Mar 22 - 23. Dallas Ballet Company Performance at the Eisemann Center Sat - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Dallas Ballet Company presents Regional Dance America/Southwest Festival “Deep in the Heart...There’s Dance” Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www. eisemanncenter.com Mar 23 - Teens Mobile App Development Workshops at the Haggard Library Sun - 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Mobile App Development Workshops - This introductory 3-hour workshop will be a combination of presentations and hands-on training, and does not require any programming background! Each student will create their own app and leave with the necessary tools to make more complex Android Mobile Apps.
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The Know It All cont.’d SUBURBAN PARENT CALENDAR Be h! nch! Benc The Be hindd The Behin
Mar 25 - May 27. Reader’s Choice Book Club at the Frisco Public Library Tue - 7pm-8:30pm Reader’s Choice Book Club at the Frisco Public Library4th Tuesday each month City Room (5th floor)This book club is open to all adults. Frisco Public Library, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd, Frisco, Texas, www.friscolibrary.com
DALLAS MAVERICKS American Airlines Center • 2500 Victory Lane, Dallas www.nba.com/mavericks
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Mar 27 - Preschool in the Park at the Parr Library Thu - 11am-12pm Preschool in the Park – Head outside and enjoy stories, songs, and activities about nature at the Arbor Hills Nature Preserve Pavilion. For children and parents/caregivers. Registration required. Register through Parks & Recreation www.planoparks.org. FREE, Ages 3-5. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org
Portland Trail Blazers Indiana Pacers Boston Celtics Minnesota Timberwolves Denver Nuggets Brooklyn Nets Oklahoma City Thunder Los Angeles Clippers Sacramento Kings
Mar 27 Brown Bag Book Club at the Parr Library Thu - 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Brown Bag Book Club – Read and discuss the featured book The Orphan Master’s Son: A Novel by Adam Johnson. FREE, Adults. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org
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Mar 27 - McKinney Farmers Market at Adriatica Thu - 3pm-6pm Local and organic meat, dairy, honey and produce vendors offer their wares every Thursday at Adriatica on McKinney’s west side. Market vendors also offer sauces, canned goods, pasta, baked goods, wine and flowers! Open 3pm-7pm or until sellout. , 6851 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney, Texas, www.chestnutsquare.org
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Mar 27 - Teen Create Space at the John & Judy Gay Library Thu - 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Teens in grades 6th-12th grades join us for “Wisecracking Eggs”. John & Judy Gay Library , 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, Texas, www. mckinneytexas.org Mar 27 - Assertiveness Training at the Harrington Library Thu - 6pm-7:30pm Assertiveness Training at the Harrington Library – Learn to communicate opinions, thoughts, needs and feelings in a direct, honest and appropriate manner that enhances self-esteem and respects the rights of others. Harrington Library, 1501 18th St., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org
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Mar 28. Last Day to Save $25 at Camp Invention. Sites throughout North and Central Texas. Sign up at Campinvention.org. See ad in this issue.
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Mar 28-29. Prestonwood Men’s Conference: Legacy Living & Leaving. Powerful teaching by 8 dynamic speakers over 2 days and worship led by Michael Neale and the Prestonwood Men’s Worship Band. Plano Campus, 6801 W Park Blvd, Plano. Register online prestonwoodmensconference. org. See ad in this issue. Mar 28-30. Thomas the Tank Engine. Take a ride on Thomas the Tank plus tons of other activities at the Museum of the American Railroad & the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 S. Main, Grapevine 866-468-7630 www.HistoricTrains.org or www.ticketweb.com/dowt. See ad in this issue. Mar 29 - Dec 27. Classics on the Square in McKinney Sat - 7:30-10:30am McKinney Main Street proudly welcomes local classic car and truck enthusiast group, the Morning Maniacs, to Historic Downtown McKinney. The Morning Maniacs will host a show and shine the last Saturday of each month from 7:3010:30am. Please make a point to come and check out some amazing cars and trucks, enjoy some breakfast and maybe a little shopping too. Historic Downtown McKinney, 111 N. Tennessee St., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 29 - 30. 2014 Arts in the Square in Frisco Sat - 11am-7pm In collaboration with the Frisco Independent School District, Frisco Square presents Arts in the Square with proceeds going to the Frisco Education Foundation and Frisco Family Services. Arts in the Square 2014 takes place March 29 and 30, and will feature over 120 of some of the best local and regional artists selling their handmade creations. Frisco Square, , Frisco, Texas, www.friscosquare.com/AITS Mar 29 - Chamberlain Performing Arts at the Eisemann Center Sat - 2pm-4pm Chamberlain Performing Arts presents”Focal Pointe” with Bethanne Sisk and Tom Mattingly of Ballet West Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.eisemanncenter.com Mar 29 - Apr 26. Teens Write Now at the Parr Library Sat - 3pm-4pm Interested in creative writing? Join fellow teens at our monthly meetings to share your work, exchange ideas, get feedback, and discuss the ins-and-outs of being a writer. FREE, Ages 13-18. Parr Library, 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org
Mar 29 - Children’s Computer Programming at the Haggard Library Sat - 3pm-4pm. Computer Programing: Math in action using Logo and JavaScript – Learn how angles and shapes, division, remainder, multiplication factor, random numbers, and recursion result in beautiful drawings in Logo and JavaScript. FREE, 3rd grade & up. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Dr., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 29 - Bug Exploratorium at the Davis Library Sat - 3pm-4pm Bug Exploratorium – Explore the creepy crawly, flittering, flighty world of bugs! FREE, All Ages. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 29 - Saturday Night in the Park in Plano Sat - 7-9pm Concert with a band playing a mixture of blues, soft rock, and contemporary Christian songs. No food or drinks will be served or available for purchase by First Baptist Church, Plano. Participants are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and coolers. Haggard Park, 901 E 15th St, Plano, Texas, www.plano.gov Mar 30 - Richardson Community Band at the Eisemann Center Sun - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Richardson Community Band presents “A Kaleidoscope of Music” a Family Concert Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr., Richardson, Texas, www.eisemanncenter.com
Upcoming Apr 2-5. Just Between Friends Consignment Sales Event. Shop for unbelievable deals on children’s and maternity; sell your items; save 60-90% of retail prices. 4/2 (8am-12pm), 4/3 (10am-8pm), 4/4 (9am-5pm), 4/5 (8am-12pm, ½ price sale). Hope Fellowship, 1702 W University, McKinney. For details, call 903-724-0690 or visit mckinney.jbfsale.com. Get free admission with ad in this issue. Apr 4-6. Thomas the Tank Engine. Take a ride on Thomas the Tank plus tons of other activities at the Museum of the American Railroad & the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 705 S. Main, Grapevine 866-468-7630 www.HistoricTrains. org or www.ticketweb.com/dowt. See ad in this issue.
Submit your club or event information to us by the 10th of each month. Email calendar@suburbanparent.com or fax to (972)887-9997.
TEXAS REVOLUTION Allen Event Center • Allen • www.texasrevs.com
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Participants need to bring their own laptop and charger and are also encouraged to bring an Android device and USB connector if possible. Registration required. Limited to 20. Registration opens two weeks prior to session. FREE, Grades 6-12 Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 24 - Dec 22. Monday Book Club at the Smith Public Library Mon - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. 4th Monday Book Club at the Smith Public Library. Adults only book club. Join us on Goodreads for the 4th Monday Book Club. Me Talk Pretty One Day by David Sedaris Our first choice for the ONLINE ONLY session of 4th Monday Book Club! Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd., Bldg. 300, Wylie, Texas, www.wylietexas.gov Mar 24 - Mother/Daughter Book Club at the John & Judy Gay Library Mon - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm For moms with their daughters ages 8-12. February’s selection is The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall. March’s selection is Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate Dicamillo. John & Judy Gay Library , 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org Mar 24 - Apr 21. Novel Knitters at the Haggard Library Mon - 7pm-8pm Novel Knitters – Share knitting tips, learn to knit, bring your project. FREE, Adults. Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 25 - Jan 27 2015. RNNC Daytime Book Club at Barnes and Noble, Creekwalk Village Tue - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join our fun group of Richardson ladies who read interesting works of new and classic fiction the fourth Tuesday of every month. Barnes and Noble, 801 West 15th St., Plano, Texas, www.barnesandnoble.com Mar 25 - May 27. Legacy Research at the Haggard Library Tue - 1:30pm-5pm Legacy Research – Join the Legacy Users Group for information sharing, research tips, webinars, and one-on-one help. (come and go) FREE Adults Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, Texas, www.planolibrary.org Mar 25 - School Age Program “Water Science” at the John & Judy Gay Library Tue - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm For children in grades K-5th. John & Judy Gay Library , 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy., McKinney, Texas, www.mckinneytexas.org
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Family Camps Great for building fun family memories, these camps are usually located in wooded areas, may offer lake activities, and fun in the great outdoors. Since families usually eat in large dining halls, no need to worry about meal planning on this vacation. Many families use this option as a chance to coordinate vacation times with other family friends or relatives. •
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Aaron Family JCC jccdallas.org Adventure Kids Playcare Frisco 972-668-5990, Plano 972-612-5400, www.adventurekidsplaycare.com Amigos Spanish Preschool 214-469-1555, www.amigosspanishpreschool.com AquaTykes 214-585-2406, www.aquatykestx.com The Ark Preschool 972-612-7293, www.thearkpreschool.org Camp Invention www.campinvention.org Camp Olympia www.campolympia.com Charis Hills 888-681-2173, www.charishills.org Children’s Garden Montessori Academy Frisco 972-540-0980, Plano 972-334-0980, West Plano 972-618-8844, www.cgmacademy.com Club Scientific 214-530-5979, www.ClubScientificDallas.com Cooper Fitness Center at Craig Ranch 214-383-1000, www.coopercraigranch.com Destination Science 1-888-909-2822, www.destinationscience.org Dinosaur World 254-898-1526, www.dinosaurworld.com Eldorado Montessori 972-334-9444, www.eldoradomontessori.com Episcopal School of Dallas www.esdallas.org EXLR8 Sports 469-667-4407, www.exlr8sportscamps.com First Baptist Plano Weekday School 972-422-5904, melodyw@fbcplano.org The Floating Kiwi Swimming School floatingkiwis@gmail.com Frisco Indoor Sports 972-292-1111, www.friscoindoorsports.com Frisco Montessori Academy 972-712-7400, www.friscomontessori.com Great Lakes Academy 972-517-7498 ext 103, www.greatlakesacademy.com Greenhill School www.greenhill.org/summer The Guthrie School 972-596-6929, m.guthrie@guthriegifted.com The Heritage Guild 972-562-8790, www.chestnutsquare.org International Conservatory of Performing Arts 972-881-1915, www.icparts.org Lil Sluggers 972-509-5958, www.lilsluggersdallas.com Mudpies and Lullabies Melissa 972-837-2332, Anna 972-924-7206, Celina 972-837-2332, www.mudpies-lullabies.com The Paddocks Stables 469-583-1402, www.paddocksinc.com Primrose School of... Bent Trail 972-380-1275, Breckinridge Park 972-671-5437, East Allen 214-547-7267, Deerfield 972-208-1754, Firewheel 972-496-0011, Frisco West 469-404-4222, Griffin Parc 214-618-2700, Lakehill 972-668-4300, North Plano 972-964-6826, Prestmont 972-712-7746, Prestonwood 469-7919131, Stone Brook 972-529-6863, West Plano 972-403-3444 SafeSplash Swim School www.safesplash.com SeaLife Aquarium www.visitsealife.com/grapevine SeaWorld Camp 1-800-700-7786, www.SeaWorldSanAntonio.com Small Miracles Academy Allen 972-383-9115, East Plano 972-424-6879, West Plano 972-423-4477, Richardson 972-235-0267, www.smallmiraclesacademy.org Smarts Club 214-578-7741, 214-872-8592, www.smartsclub.net SMU in Plano Summer Youth 972-473-3412, www.smu.edu/summeryouth.com SoccerTots 972-509-5958, www.soccertotsdallas.com St. Monica Catholic School 214-351-5688, www.stmonicaschool.org U.S. Taekwondo Academy Allen 469-632-0828, Richardson 972-238-7073, www.ustacademy.com University of Dallas 972-721-5181, www.udallas.edu/dfwparent UTD Chess Camp 972-883-4899, www.utdallas.edu/chess Willow Bend Academy 972-599-7882, www.willowbendacademy.com Weekday Kids at First 972-996-0125, www.fumcr.com
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Activities ccording to Dr. Ellen Abell, a family and child expert
at the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, “Studies have consistently revealed the formative role fathers play in their children’s physical skills and social development.” The professor continues, “A father’s involvement is also reflected in the comparative success these children enjoy in school. This can be true even for children who do not live with their fathers on a daily basis.”
Build Something. Anything. Kids love to build things, whether it’s a fancy clubhouse, a simple bird feeder or a spice rack for mom. Spend some time teaching them good safety habits, and watch them to make sure they are exercising caution. Then pick an age appropriate project and set out to build something fabulous. For smaller children, put them in charge of painting or decorating the item. Let them watch you and hand you items that are not sharp or dangerous. For ideas on cool things to build, we like www.ehow.com. You should also check out the free monthly building activities at Home Depot or Lowe’s.
Go Fish! For Children With Learning Differences
HF Autism • ADD/HD • LD • Asperger’s Charis Hills is a Christian recreational and educational summer camp for children with learning and social difficulties. Our campers discover a highly personalized, fun-filled and nurturing environment while filling their heart’s desire to be accepted and succeed in new activities.
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You probably remember the time you caught your first fish, and the feeling of exhilaration as you reeled him in. You will find that if the fish are biting, a Spongebob Squarepants fishing pole for under $10 will catch as many fish as their fancy counterparts. And nothing beats digging for worms!
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by n Lela Davidso
s a kid I once opened the wrong drawer at a friend’s house. Instead of the spoons her mother had asked
for, I found a broken ruler, chewed pencils, and a padlock splattered with paint. “Junk drawer,” the mom said. “Everybody’s got one.” What a relief. We had a drawer that held hair bands, restaurant matches, and inkless pens. I’d assumed this was our family’s particular shame. Learning that other people suffered the junk-sickness was comforting, but I wanted better. When I moved out on my own, I maintained my own junk drawers in apartments and houses across the county. All the while I dreamed of an organized space with cubbies for keys, picture hanging hardware, and miniature screwdrivers. I’m not quite there.
“...trash gives respectable junk drawers a bad name.”
We have two junk drawers now: his and hers. His catches manly items like lighters, electrical tape, and the occasional nut and bolt. Mine is for the stuff of daily life. I open it no less than ten times a day and I organize it over and over in my continuous effort to get it to close properly.
First, I root out garbage because trash gives respectable junk drawers a bad name. I don’t need an old church program any more than last May’s third grade spelling list. I toss cardboard boxes and brochures for $45 bottles of acai berry juice. Of course, not all trash starts out as such, but is rendered useless over time. What good is $3 off a car wash in 2004? Was I planning time travel? I find idea notes for stories scratched off on index cards: Red Explorer-leaf pile playhousechildhood dream with circus rat. Huh? Some things inspire guilt, like my daughter’s crumpled artwork. While the first born’s early masterpieces hold a place of honor in a plastic tub somewhere, the second child will surely need art therapy later. There is the Scalpicin I bought before I realized the itchy scalp really was lice and not just some other irritant that, God forbid, the neighbors might mistake for lice. I debate where to put the telephone number to Poison Control. Then there are essentials. I can live without the nutritional information for McDonald’s and Starbucks but not my bent and faded Weight Watchers Points Counter. That stays. Also, Post-its, Sharpies, tape, and paper clips. These are musthave supplies in a well-stocked kitchen. I finally reach the bottom of the drawer, only to find that uncapped pens have created inkblots that have me peering deep into my psyche. Not good. The ink needs covering up—quick. Back into the drawer go immunization records, pencils, candy, scissors, and erasers. Back in for binder clips, thumbtacks, and take-out menus. Done. One little spot is relatively organized and I feel lighter. Though my drawer may not be perfect, it gets me through the day. And it shuts—for now. Which is more than I can say for the silverware drawer. •
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Born 385 AD in Scotland. At age 14 years, he was captured and taken to Ireland as a slave. He was to herd and tend to the sheep. During his captivity he only had God to turn to. He prayed throughout the day, almost like an ongoing conversation with God. He wrote this: “The love of God and his fear (awe) grew in me, as did my faith, and my soul was raised, so that in a single day, I might have said as many as 100 prayers and in the night, nearly the same.” “I prayed in the woods, on the mountain, even before dawn. I felt no hurt from the snow, ice or rain.” Patrick escaped his captivity at the age of 20 years, after having a dream from God who told him to leave Ireland and go to the coast. Some sailors took him back to Britain, where he reunited with his family. He studied to become a Priest. After a recurring dream where the people of Ireland were calling out to him, “come back to us young, holy one, and walk among us once more”, he knew he would return to Ireland. After becoming ordained, he was asked to bring the Gospel to Ireland. He did this and converted thousands to Christianity. A legend says that a Chieftain of a local tribe tried to kill Patrick, however, the Chieftain’s arm could not move to strike him. His message, many more miracles, and forty years later, Patrick had converted all of Ireland to Christianity. It was St. Patrick that used the 3-sided Shamrock as a tool to explain the Trinity (Father, Son & Holy Spirit). The four-leaf clover is lucky because Christian’s hold that the fourth is the Grace of God.
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by Ken Swarner
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he other day, I reminded my son that St. Patrick’s Day was coming up, and he’d better not forget to wear green. “You don’t want to get pinched to death by your friends,” I warned.
He seemed non-plused by my advice. “If I forget to wear green, my teacher will paint a shamrock on my face to protect me.” I couldn’t believe what he was telling me. When I was a kid, all a teacher did on St. Patrick’s Day was send you to the nurse when your welts started to bleed. “Not wearing green was like wearing a sign on your
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back that said ‘KICK ME,’” I told him. “Even the gym coach would pinch us.”
my youth, underwear came in one style for boys: white and tight. It would be a mistake of gargantuan proportions to say your underwear was green - a boy might as well say he was wearing a green bra.
“Couldn’t you sue for that?”
“No, but the kindergartners were allowed to cry.”
My son also told me that students these days have to sneak around on the playground to pinch kids because school rules forbid such behavior. “Not in my day,” I retorted. “They sold tickets and printed a program guide. ‘Step right up ladies and gentlemen - come see Little Kenny Swarner mutilated by his peers. If he doesn’t wet his pants, you get your money back.’” The playground duty had a front row seat. I guess I was adamant with my son because I can still vividly remember St. Patrick’s Day 1974. I was in the 3rd grade, and I forgot to wear green in an unforgiving school. I recall how traumatic it was to stand by the coat rack trying to devise a way to see my 10th birthday. As I tried to look inconspicuous, I could sense the other kids searching around the classroom like a pack of hungry wolves for the green-less lambs. I still have nightmares about it. Of course, some kids back then would try anything to avoid a beating. But, the one thing no one with half a brain did was claim they were ‘unpinchable’ because they were wearing green underwear. In the days of
Getting pinched lasts one day. Green underwear heckling could still come up in a high school yearbook: Ken Swarner was voted “Most Likely To Wear Embarrassing Undergarments.” My only real option in the 3rd grade was to hide. During recess, I stowed away in the coat closet. At lunch, I ate my sandwich in a toilet stall. Finally, as the end of school neared, I realized I’d need an exceptional escape route. With 15 minutes left in the day, I jammed a pen cap up my nose. I remember feeling especially victorious sitting in the nurse’s station with an icepack on my face waiting for my mom to pick me up. After all, it’s not every kid who survives St. Patrick’s Day without wearing green. When my mom arrived, she lectured me for five minutes - a small price to pay. As we were leaving, the principal asked if I was okay. I nodded, trying to mask a smile behind the cold pack. “Uh oh,” he announced, walking up to me. He obviously noticed my swollen nose. “You aren’t wearing green,” he continued. He pinched me so hard that the pen cap shot out of my nose like seeds from a tomato. My son tells me it’s cool to wear colored underwear these days. He’s so lucky! W
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