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ave you ever welcomed a guest by saying “welcome to our home?” It’s very pleasant when we are in control of what and who enters our home. What about when there is an intrusion into our home? This actually happens all the time and we may not even consider it. An intrusion can be unwelcomed people, movies, commercials, music or even pop-ups on our computer screen.

Most of these may even have an influence on our children. They are being impressed by the latest pop star, eye-catching media, or the lives of people through the lens of social media. However, the biggest impression on our children will be when they see us denouncing what is not good, and taking action to avoid it.

Recently I heard my sweet little girl singing a very catchy tune; she blissfully bobbed to the beat of an outrageously evil song about teenagers fantasizing about killing their enemies.

I asked her why she was singing that song and she replied “because it’s got a catchy tune and I like it.”

I continued to ask her what it was about and she said,”I’m not sure, but I like it”. Well, I had to explain to

her what the song was about and why she should not listen to it; and that sometimes very bad things can appear nice.

Scary to think of such innocence being intruded upon by pop-culture. Every day the attacks on our children’s innocence should force us to pray without ceasing for their protection.

We can’t always be with them to capture those teaching moments.

However, when the opportunity presents itself we need to act right away with authority, reasoning, fairness, and love. An authoritative parent will explain the reasons behind a demand, they will encourage a give and take, set standards and actually enforce them.

Our children are adults-in-themaking. What kind of character do we want them to possess as grown men and women? Will they be generous and responsible adults? Will they make loving husbands and wives, and capable mothers and fathers? Our approach to parenting will very likely affect these outcomes!

As parents we have to stay strong. Our children deserve it! SP

Mary Ellen

Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.

Proverbs 4:23

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A WELL FED TODDLER! According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, most children aged 2 to 3 need approximately 1,000 kcal per day. It’s helpful to meet your child’s needs by distributing the calories from each food group daily. See a typical day’s intake online at www.suburbanparent.com.

the teddy bear

Ever wonder how the teddy bear got its name? Well, he was named after President Theodore (aka Teddy) Roosevelt. An avid hunter; on one hunting trip in November 1902, President Theodore refused to shoot a bear that trackers had caught and tied to a tree, saying it was unsportsmanlike. The news spread and it became the topic of a political cartoon in the Washington Post. The drawing inspired a Toy Store owner!

In February 1903, this toy store owner put a stuffed bear his wife had made in the toy shop’s window and labeled it “Teddy’s Bear” (after asking permission from the president to use his name first). The toys were a hit and still are to this day.

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You probably already know that childhood obesity has reached a record high in our country. But do you know preventing it starts during the infant stages? Be a good role model for your baby – they are watching you! When your child is in the transition stage of infancy to toddler, make sure you are on board as a good role model with your eating habits and relationship with food. The foods you are eating and offering to your child will shape their eating habits for a very long time.

Don’t let your child be one of the 20% of children who are overweight or obese by the age of 5 years!

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Just one teaspoon of this flavorful herb contains more antioxidant power than 1/2 cup of lycopene-packed tomatoes!

An extremely versatile herb; rosemary works well with lots of savory dishes. It can be used in a marinade or rubbed directly on beef, chicken, lamb, and pork. Of course it’s a star ingredient in a flavorful herb bread, or used as a dip when paired with olive oil, garlic and fresh ground pepper and sea salt!

Dining for Dinner!

Is it difficult to keep everyone at your dinner table? Take advantage of the local restaurants in your area as the perfect opportunity to gather around the table together. Conversations during the meal provide opportunities for the family to bond, plan, connect, and learn from one another. It’s a chance to share information and news of the day, as well as give extra attention to your children and teens. It’s also a great way to display appropriate table manners, meal etiquette and social skills. Keep the mood light, relaxed, and loving. Looking for a neighborhood eatery? We have you covered! Check out our new Restaurant Special Section, “Food Finds”, on page 22. Bon Appetite!

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est in running track. She would like to run more often over the summer.

How can I make sure she is ready nutritionally for a running schedule?

Runners who average more than 20 miles a week (typically middle and high school age) may need to eat more to maintain their growth and development. Tips: No milk products within three to four hours of running, no carbonated or caffeinated drinks before a run or workout, all sports drinks should be diluted by at least half (with water) and eat meals at least two hours before running. Hydration is also very important. We have to be cautious of heat illness and dehy­dration as [kids’] surface-area-to-volume ratio is less than adults, and they are not as good at regulating their own temperature.

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this past year (2.5 years old) but seems to have difficulty with tr and s sounds. Should I be investigating speech issues this early?

At 2.5, it would be recommended to keep “playing” with sounds, increase sentence length, vocabulary and basic concept usage. Until age 3, most children make articulation errors. Seek a professional opinion if these errors persist after age 3 or when the child is showing signs of frustration when trying to communicate.

MEREDITH SOROKWASZ M.A., CCC-SLP, SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

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MY SON HAS BEEN COMPLAINING ABOUT HEADACHES RECENTLY. I HEARD FOOD SENSITIVITIES COULD PLAY A PART. HOW WOULD I KNOW?

Headaches can have a variety of triggers. Some of the more common triggers include dehydration, nutrient deficiencies, hypoglycemia, stress and food sensitivities. If the headaches began recently, the first question I would ask is “What has changed?” School finals (stress), seasonal changes (allergies), warmer temperatures (dehydration), and dietary changes caused by switching from cafeteria to home prepared lunches would be some of the changes I would explore. A basic place to start would be to keep a food and lifestyle journal for a few weeks. Include activities, foods and beverages consumed and headaches in chronological order to make it easier to establish a pattern. If the food and lifestyle journal doesn’t provide answers, food sensitivity testing (blood work) can identify elusive triggers. Certified LEAP Therapists (CLT) are registered dietitians/nutritionists that have received specialized training in food sensitivities. To find a CLT near you, search the internet for a Certified LEAP Therapist + your city or zip code.

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Sipping your favorite beverage by the pool or on the patio is so nice this time of year. Until a bug gets in your drink!

Keep bugs out of your drinks this summer with this tip. Just poke a hole in a cupcake or muffin liner, insert a straw and put on top of your glass.

You can also use different colors or designs to determine adult vs. child drinks. Enjoy!

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Finally, a bag that is big enough to carry everything, won’t fall over and spill, and can be rinsed clean after a day at the pool, park, boat, beach or anywhere really. It comes in three sizes, has many color options, comes with clear accessory bags for your smaller items and can be customized with fun bogg™ bits accessories. Available at www.boggbag.com $59.99

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Here’s a site where you can have your child’s artwork turned into a plush pillow — very cool!! www.childsown.com

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State Stacking

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Stack the States is an educational app that’s actually tons of fun. Quizzes and games help you learn about state capitals, shapes, flags, locations and more as you carefully build a stack of states that reach the checkered line. You can create up to six player profiles and track your progress on a personalized map.

Would be great for a long road trip or to get ready for school. Educational, yet still so much fun! Ages 7 and up. iTunes. $1.99

BY WINCY POVETO-TOMECKO, M.D.

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heckups are a very important part of your child’s healthy development. This is the time to review growth and development and look for potential problems early, before they have a chance to become more serious. Because infancy is a time of rapid growth and development, babies need to come for frequent checkups – 3 to 5 days, 2 weeks, 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months and 12 months. Make sure you like your pediatrician before your baby comes because you will be making lots of visits to the office! For the second year of life, the frequency of checkups decreases – 15 months, 18 months and 2 years. There may be a checkup at 30 months if there are questions about growth and development, but usually after 2 years we start annual checkups. Your child should be seen once a year throughout the school years. Many parents choose to schedule these visits during the summer so no school is missed, so call your pediatrician early because back-to-school checkup slots can fill up quickly.

Checkups are also the time to address the concerns that may have arisen since your last visit. For the babies, your pediatrician will not only track growth and screen for developmental milestones in a variety of areas (e.g. social, language, gross motor and fine motor), but also provide guidance about expected development in the coming months and advise you on safety issues for various ages to keep your baby safe.

Your pediatrician has probably set aside extra time for the checkup visit, so this is the time to discuss your questions about feeding and nutrition, sleep patterns, social interactions and, for the older children, academic and attention problems at school.

Last, but definitely not least – checkups are the visit during which vaccines are given.

Questions about vaccines are some of the most

frequently asked questions pediatricians receive: Why do we need so many?

Does anybody really get these diseases anymore? Isn’t it dangerous to give so many vaccines to babies or to give so many vaccines at one time? Isn’t it better for the baby’s immune system if they fight off these diseases for themselves? Do vaccines cause autism? These questions are discussed by friends and family members and are also frequently seen on the internet. It is not surprising that new parents are frightened by these questions, but vaccine safety has been well studied and well documented.

The truth is – vaccines save lives. We have been successful in reducing the number cases of many of these diseases because we have been vaccinating. But, we need to remember that the reason we vaccinate for these particular diseases is because they are dangerous, and even deadly. Vaccines reduce the risk of infection by working with the body’s natural defenses. They actually strengthen your child’s immune system by causing him or her to develop antibodies which remain ready to fight off these diseases if he or she is exposed to them.

The claim that MMR vaccine has been linked to development of autism has been the subject of numerous extensive (and expensive) studies and there has been absolutely no correlation found. Also, the current vaccine schedules (including multiple vaccines for 2, 4 and 6 month infants) has not only been proven to be safe for the infants but also provides better immune response than alternative schedules. Additional vaccines are given at 12, 15 and 18 months and a set of boosters are given at 4 years. At 11 to

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12 years, children are given the TdaP vaccine for Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis as well as a vaccine that protects against a very aggressive and deadly disease, meningococcemia. Human Papilloma Virus vaccine is also recommended for children over 9 although it is currently not required for school. You should discuss the HPV vaccine with your pediatrician when your child is old enough to receive it.

It is easy for parents to question the need for continuing to vaccinate against all of these diseases because they have never seen them.

However, recent outbreaks in measles and Pertussis (whooping cough) remind us that the risks posed by these diseases remain. In 2013, 2,652 cases of whooping cough were reported in Texas. Almost 50 people (mainly infants) died from whooping cough between 2000 and 2013.

Pertussis is particularly dangerous for infants.

We begin their immunization at 2 months of age, but the only way to protect them before two months is to vaccinate everyone around them.

The TdaP vaccine is currently recommended for all pregnant women as well as any adults or adolescents who will come in contact with infants.

A whooping cough booster is also given to all school children at the 11 or 12 year checkup.

When preparing for your child’s checkup, make a list of any questions you might have. Use your pediatrician as a source of information, not just about vaccines but also about your child’s growth and development. A successful checkup is one in which parents and pediatrician work together to prepare your child for another healthy year. Your pediatrician is the expert on child health, but you are the expert on your child!

Have a safe and fun summer, and don’t forget your sunscreen! SP Content contribution: Pediatric Center of Las Colinas Wincy Poveto-Tomecko, M.D. , Sue Schleier, M.D.

BY MALIA JACOBSON

Serving Up Sleep

Nutrients that Support Healthy Rest

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etween midnight feedings, bad dreams, and bouts with the flu, most parents are well acquainted with the wee hours.

Familiar, too, is the groggy haze that lingers the morning after an all-nighter with a new baby. When adults miss sleep, it’s hard to hide.

We gulp coffee, yawn, and yearn for our beds.

Children are better at hiding their sleep deficit.

“Tired children don’t react like adults; they often become more active,” says Dr. Kathy R. Gromer of the Minnesota Sleep Institute. So that little whirling child who seems so full of energy might be running on empty when it comes to sleep.

Sleep deprivation in children leads to irritability and learning difficulties, Gromer says. Restful sleep is as vital as proper nutrition for children and missing out can impair memory, attention span, even growth and development. Scientists have recently found a link between sleep loss and insulin resistance, a contributing factor in diabetes and obesity.

Still, sleep has fallen off the priority list of many American families. According to the National Sleep Foundation, most kids aren’t getting enough. Toddlers need up to 14 hours, preschoolers need up to 12 hours, and schoolage children need up to 11 hours. In addition to setting and sticking to an appropriate bedtime, you can help encourage restful sleep by filling your child’s plate with nutrients like these:

Metabolic masters: B vitamins “Vitamins B6 and B12 contribute to normal nervous system function and amino acid metabolism,” says Kristin Kirkpatrick, R.D. “These essential water-soluble vitamins aid in calming and relaxing the body by assisting in the formation of neurotransmitters like serotonin.”

B6 can be found in fortified cereals, bananas, potatoes, chicken breast, and pork. Liver is an excellent source of B12, but don’t worry if your kids won’t go for it—kid friendly foods like chicken, eggs, milk, yogurt, tuna, and yes, even cheeseburgers, are also good sources.

B12 is only found naturally in animal products, so individuals with special diets need to take steps to ensure that they’re getting enough; vegans are encouraged to take a B12 supplement daily.

meats and nuts, and whole grains are good sources. Black beans, artichokes, barley, pumpkin seeds, oat bran, and almonds all provide at least 100 milligrams of magnesium per serving.

Talking turkey: Tryptophan

Brain booster: Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

Tryptophan is an amino acid that calms the brain by aiding in the production of serotonin and melatonin, helping the body slow down and feel sleepy. Insulin helps tryptophan enter the brain—so eating tryptophan-rich foods along with complex carbohydrates, which stimulate the release of insulin, helps the body make the most of this snooze-inducer.

Thanksgiving dinner is known to bring on the sandman, thanks to tryptophan-rich turkey.

Other foods rich in tryptophan include meat, poultry, and seafood, dairy and soy products, whole grains and lentils, peanuts, sesame and sunflower seeds, and eggs. Wholegrain toast with peanut butter, whole grain cereal with milk or soy milk, or turkey and cheese on whole-grain crackers are good options for bedtime snacks— just make sure to serve them an hour before bedtime, to give tryptophan time to reach the brain and work its sleepy-magic.

Dairy good: Calcium Warm milk is a time-honored sleep-inducer, and science supports the tradition. Calcium helps the brain use tryptophan to make melatonin. Dairy foods like yogurt, milk, and cheese, each with at least 300 milligrams of calcium per serving, can help your child prepare for sleep. Many non-dairy foods are also calcium rich, including salmon, oatmeal, tofu, rhubarb, spinach, almonds, and calcium-fortified orange juice.

Muscle power: Magnesium Magnesium helps the body absorb calcium, relaxes the muscles, and helps quiet leg cramps, which can wake children at night. Dark green leafy vegetables, many

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Emerging research suggests that omega-3 fatty acids play a role in healthy sleep. Researchers found that babies whose mothers had higher levels of DHA had more mature sleep patterns, with more quiet sleep at night, and more wakefulness during the day. Breastfeeding mothers can pass DHA to their infants by consuming oily fish, flax seed, flax seed oil, and spirulina. Kids can get DHA from an increasing array of omega-3 fortified foods including milk, eggs, and juice.

Pump it Up: Iron Numerous studies link restless legs syndrome to low levels of stored iron, so kids with iron deficiencies may be at higher risk for disturbed sleep.

“Iron is needed to create dopamine, a neurotransmitter. In fact, dopamine-enhancing medications have been used to treat RLS symptoms, so RLS may be helped by adequate iron intake,” says Pam Schoenfeld, R.D. Good dietary sources of iron are beef, liver, green leafy vegetables, legumes (black beans, white beans, lentils) and fortified cereals.

Since excess iron can be harmful, Schoenfeld recommends having iron levels checked before starting a high-iron diet or iron supplements.

When it comes to healthy rest, there are a few dietary don’ts, as well: Anything containing large amounts of caffeine and sugar should be avoided in the evening. So a cola beverage, with 65 grams of sugar and 57mg of caffeine per 20-ounce bottle, will do your child no favors come bedtime.

“Even with an excellent diet, children still benefit from a consistent bedtime and a regular bedtime ritual, like reading a book with a parent,” says Gromer. Combining healthy sleep habits like these with proper nutrition can lead to more sweet dreams for the entire family. SP

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BY PATRICK HEMPFING

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n mid-May, my nine-year-old daughter, Jessie, and I attended a show at our local theatre. At the end of the performance, the director came on stage to thank people for their support. She concluded, “I hope you all have a nice Christmas.”

The audience erupted with laughter, at which point she realized her mistake and clarified, “I meant to say have a nice summer.”

No matter the season, I love to laugh. It’s one of my favorite things to do. When I am the target of the laughter without intending to be, I don’t take myself too seriously and laugh right along. This is good, as tired dads, like frazzled show directors, occasionally make humorous mistakes. For example, my wife, Mattie, recently wanted to give someone my email address and couldn’t remember it. When I told her the address, which began with my last name, I spelled “Hempfing” for her.

Mattie gave me an odd look. I said, “What?” Then it hit me that my wife knew how to spell my last name.

Jessie fills my life with laughter, even though she sometimes simultaneously frustrates and exhausts me.

I love Jessie with all my heart, but she’s heard me say many times, “Girl, you wear me out.” I’ve learned that I must choose my battles wisely. So if something minor happens, I try to laugh it off instead of getting upset.

Okay, maybe I stress out just a little. A recent example comes to mind.

My wife, Mattie, had an overnight trip, so it was just Daddy and daughter on Monday morning. Jessie’s third-grade class had a field trip to a farm that day. After breakfast, I told Jessie to go into our bathroom and apply sunscreen. After waiting three times as long as it should have taken, I checked on her. She had dutifully applied the sunscreen, but then proceeded to drench her pigtailed hair with Mattie’s hairspray. As I stepped toward her for a closer look, she gave it an additional squirt. It was now past time to leave for school, and my daughter’s hair looked as wet as if she’d just gotten out of the shower – and I knew it would soon dry to the hardness of her bicycle helmet.

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Jessie’s morning routine never includes hairspray. A few nights earlier, though, she had performed in a ballet recital and her teacher had used hairspray to secure the girls’ buns.

It would have been bad enough to send Jessie to school with only her teacher and classmates to notice her immovable (even if gale force winds were present) hair, but since it was a field trip day, lots of mothers would be going along. Deep down, I think we all care what other people think, even if we say we don’t. I tried not to make a big deal out of Jessie’s hair.

Shaking my head, I left the room and advised myself, “The girl is just like her independent momma, so let it go.”

As I drove my fragrant, shiny-headed daughter to school, I brought up the topic of adequate hairspray usage. Apparently, I can give advice but can’t take it, even from myself. Jessie responded, “It’s not too much hairspray, Dad. There’s high humidity today.” I laughed out loud at my daughter’s quick-thinking and felt relief that the hairspray caking her head hadn’t affected her brain.

Although we missed the 8 a.m. bell by three minutes, I dropped Jessie off before the late bell, at which point we would have had to go to the office for a tardy slip. Before she exited the van, I reminded her to stay away from fire, as she was highly flammable.

In hindsight maybe the show director wasn’t wrong in wishing everyone a nice Christmas. We all receive gifts throughout the year, and Jessie gives me gifts of laughter every day. As we head into summer, and have more time to spend together than during the school year, I’m going to take time to enjoy her daily gifts.

Okay, maybe not all of them. Last night, Jessie surprised me with a picnic of open-faced mandarin orange sandwiches sprinkled with powdered sugar. I sent my non-appetizing sandwich back to the kitchen, but Jessie ate hers. I asked, “How was it?” She answered, “Not bad, but the bread was soggy” (from the sugary juice that dripped from the canned oranges). What was I to do? I laughed.

Until next month, remember to cherish the moments. SP

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Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp

Tue & Thu 1-3pm through Aug 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Top Dog! 2-3pm. Multi-sport dog trainer, competitor and owner of Top Dog Obedience Training School of Garland, Pam Martin and her high-flying, energetic pack have been featured on Animal Planet’s Pet Star and America’s Got Talent (Season 4). Pam has trained her dogs to the top levels of canine freestyle dancing; they can be seen grooving to the beat while entertaining huge crowds in countries as far away as Brazil and Japan, introducing new dog sports to many of these areas. For more information, visit www. topdogdallas.com. Open to all ages; free Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Studio Movie Grill Children’s Summer Series See a different family-friendly movie each week of the summer for just $2 per ticket. Check the website for a location close to you, movies start at 11am! Here is the schedule for July: June 30–July 4: Turbo; July 7–11: Rio; July 14–18: Shrek Forever After; July 21–25: Charlotte’s Web; July 28– August 1: Kung Fu Panda 2. Movie Studio Movie Grill, All D/ FW Locations, www.studiomoviegrill.com

Dallas Mavericks Hoop Camp Boys and girls ages 8-18 of all skill levels learn the game from the best camp coaching staff in Texas. Professional coaches are handpicked for their basketball knowledge and ability to work well with kids. Combining excellent coaching and a proven program focused on each camper, Dallas Mavericks Hoop Camp delivers valuable lessons and plenty of fun! Find more details and register online! Hoop Camp runs Mon–Fri 9am-4pm Cost: $240 Various sites-see website for a location near you, 214-747-MAVS(6287) or www.mavs.com/community/hoop-camp

Summer Movie Madness 2-4pm. Enjoy a movie at the Library each Tuesday. Bottled water and snacks can be enjoyed in the theatre only. Please no juices, canned soda, or coffee. Registration is not required for this FREE event. .July 1: Hocus Pocus, Rated: PG. Bedford Public Library, 2024 Forest Ridge, Bedford, 817-952-2372

wed 2 Summer Storytime with Sunshine Wednesday mornings this summer from 10:30am -12pm. $19 per child. Ages 3-5. Reservations required.

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successfully educating audiences in Texas for the past 11 years through an extraordinary and stimulating exhibit of assorted live animals along with a large display of preserved specimens. Jungle Jim is a current record holder in the Guinness World Record Book with the largest millipede on record! Visit junglejimwild.com for more information about Jungle Jim. Free. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Splash Aquatic Center, featuring plenty of cool fun for the whole family. It features three unique pools with several water slides, a kids’ play area, umbrella-shaded leisure patios and a cabana party pavilion. Admission is $6.50 for adults, $5.50 for kids under 18 and free for children two years old and younger. Limited on-site parking is available for $20 (entrance via Eastbound Harwood) and $15 parking at the Bedford Public Library (proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library). Parking and shuttle service are available for $5 (Free for children 3 and under) at Pennington Field, 1501 Central Drive. The last shuttle TO the Boys Ranch Park will leave Pennington field at 9:30PM.Admission to 4thFEST is free. Feel free to bring lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and non-alcoholic beverages (No glass containers). Bedford Boys Ranch Park, 2801 Forest Ridge Drive, Bedford, 817-952-2323

Southlake Stars & Stripes 6-10pm. Listen to live

Fourth of July Spectacular 2-4pm. FREE for

1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Jungle Jim 2-3pm Jungle Jim’s programs have been

music by Limelight and Derek Anthony, watch a firework show and enjoy patriotic crafts and games in the Children’s Village as well as bounce houses and slides in the Kids’ Zone Southlake Town Square, 1400 Main, Southlake, 817-748-8019 www.starsandstripessouthlake.com

members, daily rate for non-members. Make a splash at The Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool and splash pad with games, competitions and music. Keller Pointe, 405 Rufe Snow Rd., Keller, 817-743-4FUN

Light Up Arlington Fireworks 6-11pm. Listen to

Hurst Community Park, 601 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst, 817-788-7320

live music by two bands, choose treats from a variety of food trucks and watch a fireworks show. American Jazz Composers Orchestra performs at 7pm the band Fireball at 8:45pm, breaks at 9:45pm for the Light Up Arlington fireworks, and resumes their concert at 10pm.

Levitt Pavilion, Arlington, 100 W. Abram St., Arlington, 817-543-4301

Mansfield’s Rockin’ 4th of July 7-10pm. Free admission. All Funk Radio Show will perform at 7:45.

Free family activities including game truck and bounce houses. Military appreciation. Fireworks at 9:30.

Diamond Club restaurant will be open for food and beverage purchases. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and sunscreen. Leave your coolers, pets, and fireworks at home! Big League Dreams, 500 Heritage Pkwy South, Mansfield

fri 4 Bedford 4thFEST Independence Day Celebration 12-11pm. Join the City of Bedford this July 4, as we celebrate Independence Day. This 4thFEST will feature free live musical entertainment, a variety of themed family friendly activities, a birthday themed classic car show, yummy festival food and of course, the spectacular fireworks when the sun goes down. 4thFEST visitors can also take a dip in Bedford’s

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Hurst Stars & Stripes Celebration 5-10pm.

NRH Family 4th Fireworks Show 5-10pm.

Celebrate our country’s most patriotic holiday on Friday, July 4, 2014 at the annual Northeast Tarrant Family 4th Celebration and Fireworks Show. Food, fun and entertainment for the whole family will start at 5 p.m. with kid’s activities, a salute to veterans, stage performances and concessions. Free parking will be available on a first come first served basis at The Hills, 6351 Boulevard 26 in NRH, and at Wiley G. Thomas Coliseum, 6108 Broadway Ave. in Haltom City. Vehicles will not be allowed to park along the street. Feel free to bring chairs, blankets, and games for the family to play while waiting for the fireworks. No outdoor cooking or grilling devices, alcohol or personal fireworks will be permitted. There will be food and drink concessions available and charges for some activities. This patriotic event is coordinated by the Northeast Tarrant Chamber of Commerce and made possible thanks to the support of the cities of Haltom City, North Richland Hills, Richland Hills, and Watauga as well as the event title sponsors: Firestone Complete Auto Care and North Hills Hospital. , 6351 Boulevard 26, North Richland Hills, 817-281-9376

Grapevine July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza 9:30-10pm. Be prepared to be astonished by the fireworks spectacular, which can be viewed from any lakeside location as well as several other spots throughout Grapevine. Admission is free at most viewing loca-

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the know it all tions. Some parks along Lake Grapevine may charge a minimal admission fee.

Parking at the Gaylord Hotel is $12.Fireworks will continue rain or shine. There is not a make-up date. If there is extreme weather or heavy rain at 9:30 the fireworks show will start after the weather has passed. Lake Grapevine, www.grapevinetexasusa.com/festivals-events/fireworks-extravaganza/

Dallas Arboretum-Military & General Admission Discounts 9am-5pm. Continuing the celebration of our nation’s independence, retired members of our esteemed armed services will receive free admission on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. General garden admission for non-military guests will be just $5 on those days. Visitors can also enjoy patriotic music and flags throughout the garden. What says Fourth of July better than outdoor family fun and good old American summertime fare? Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas, 214515-6615 www.dallasarboretum.org

FC Dallas Soccer 8-10pm. FC Dallas takes on Philadelphia Union. Toyota Stadium, 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, 214 705-6700 www.fcdallas.com

sat 5 Octonauts Mission at SEA LIFE Grapevine Jul 5-20, 10am7:30pm. SEA LIFE Aquarium Grapevine visitors are invited to dive into action with the Octonauts, the team of undersea adventure heroes from the hit animated TV show.

Embark on an exciting mission with special activities and fun-filled events, plus the chance to meet Captain Barnacles and Kwazii. Activities include crew meet and greets, scavenger hunt, storytelling, coloring activities and more. Check the website for more details and to purchase tickets. SeaLife Aquarium, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy., Grapevine, 877-819-7677 www. visitsealife.com

Target First Saturdays at the Nasher Sculpture Center 10am5pm. Bring the kids and enjoy free admission and fun family programming on the first Saturday of every month.

Presented by Target. This month’s Big Idea is “Travel.” Target First Saturdays are designed especially for children in preschool to elementary school and feature a line-up of activities that encourage creative thought through a monthly “Big Idea.” Nasher Sculpture Center, 2001 Flora St., Dallas, 214-2425100 www.nashersculpturecenter.org

Roanoke Farmers Market 8am12pm. Join us every Saturday through September for the Roanoke Farmers Market! This year the market will be offering fresh produce, plus so much more! Austin Street Plaza, 221 N. Oak St., Roanoke, 817-491-2411

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Saturday Gaming 12-2pm. Teens and Tweens. Teens and kids can come play PS 3 and Wii in the teen room on Saturday mornings. Board games are also available to play. Registration is not required. Admission: free Bedford Public Library, Teen Room, 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., Bedford, 817-952-2374 www.bedfordlibrary.org

sun 6 Free Fee Sunday at Sunshine Glaze 12-5pm. No Studio fees all day. We do not take reservations for Free Fee Sunday. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-484-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

mon 7 Summer Intensive Workshops Again this year, guest faculty from around the country to work with dancers in the disciplines of Ballet, Modern Dance, Musical Theatre and Classical Jazz.

The workshop will be held July 7- August 1 and is available to dancers ages 8 and up.

Workshop times: 9am to 1:30*pm *depending on class level. Each week dancers will study classical ballet and one other discipline. We will accept a TOTAL of 40 dancers for the entire program so as not to over-crowd our classes. It is very important that the dancers receive as much attention as possible. North Central Ballet, 12077 Katy Rd., Suite 713, Keller, 817-428-8232 www.northcentralballet.com

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

Rangers take on the Houston Astros.

Globe Life Ballpark, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, (817) 273-5222 www.texas. rangers.mlb.com

tue 8 Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp 1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Puppy Paw-ty 2-3pm Rocket the Reading Dog wants everyone to have a howl at his puppy paw-ty! Guests are invited to fetch their favorite stuffed pet, unleash their creativity at the crafts tables, roll over to the play area for active games, and then stay for refreshments and prizes. Free. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Summer Movie Madness 2-4pm.

Enjoy a movie at the Library each Tuesday. Bottled water and snacks can be enjoyed in the theatre only. Please no juices, canned soda, coffee, or hot chocolate. Registration is not required

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Free Breastpump

the know it all for this FREE event. July 8: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, Rated PG. Bedford Public Library, 2024 Forest Ridge, Bedford, 817-952-2372

Teen Dr. Who Celebration 4-5pm Euless Public Library, 201 N. Ector Drive, Euless

Indoor Swim Session Begins at Different Strokes Swim School Small personalized classes for Actual pump covered may differ from the one pictured.

toddlers thru adults. Other sessions begin Aug 5 and Sep 2. 817-649-SWIM differentstrokesswimschool.com. See ad in this issue.

Edgar Allen Poe @ The Library

Due to the AHCA (Affordable Healthcare Act), most health insurance plans now cover part or all of the cost of a breast pump. We accept most insurance plans!

7-8pm. An entertaining evening with a portrayal of the horror master himself, Edgar Allan Poe. Retracing his life from the moment of his mysterious death, this theatrical performance is one not to miss!

Grapevine Library Program Room, 1201 Municipal Way, Grapevine, 817-410-3404

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

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Rangers take on the Houston Astros.

Promotions: Snapple/Brookshire’s Prince Fielder Replica Jersey, first 15,000 fans 14 and older. Globe Life Ballpark, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222 www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

wed 9 Family Story Time 10:30am-12pm.

Swing into action during this Storytime full of verbs! Children (ages eight and under) and their families will love engaging with artworks through different stories and art activities each week. This program is free of charge. Amon Carter Museum of Art, 3501 Camp Bowie Boulevard, Ft. Worth, 817-738-1933 www. cartermuseum.org

Summer Storytime with Sunshine 10:30am-12pm.

Wednesday mornings this summer. $19 per child. Ages 3-5. Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www. sunshineglaze.com

Puppy Picnic with Rocket (Ages 5 & under) 11:45am-1pm. Miss Maria and her cute cast of puppy puppets return with songs and entertainment geared especially toward the library’s younger patrons. Youngsters are invited to bring their best-loved stuffed ones to this preschool picnic where they will enjoy camping out, portable picnic-style goodies and amusing tales. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Legos at the Library: Freebuilders 3:30-5pm. Do you have a LEGO enthusiast who can spend hours engrossed in creative building? Join the Bedford Public Library’s LEGOs FREEBUILDERS for kids ages 6-12 years. This is a great environment for your kids to make new friends, use their imagina-

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tions, and for the development of problem solving skills. Building themes will change each session. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We will supply the LEGOS. Registration is not required.

Bedford Public Library, 2024 Forest Ridge Drive, Bedford, 817-952-2373

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

Rangers take on the Houston Astros.

Promotions: Dr. Pepper Autograph Wednesday, 13 and under. Nolan Ryan Beef Dollar Hot Dog Night. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817273-5222 www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

thu 10 Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp 1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Tour Night at Covenant Christian Academy 7-8pm.

Come tour the campus and learn about Premier Classical Education for Ages PK3 – Grade 12. 7pm. SP 817-281-4333x1 admissions@covenantchristian.net Covenant Christian Academy, 901 Cheek Sparger Rd, Colleyville, www. covenantchristian.net

Wine & Design Class at Sunshine Glaze 6:30-8:30pm.

Learn to paint a summer citrus slice on canvas. Adults & mature teens only. $30 per person. Reservations required.

817-424-1417, www.sunshineglaze.com Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417

Snake Encounters 2-3pm. For those who love snakes and for those who avoid them at all costs, this hilarious and educational show is a treat for all ages! Led by ‘herpetological humorist’ Daryl Sprout, an experienced comedian, speaker and magician, this show has an amazing capacity for combining humor with some slithery snakes to break down barriers and overcome fears. Visit www. snakeencounters.com for more snake information. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Evenings on Oak Street Concert 7-8pm. Whitehouse Harmony is an accomplished Bluegrass/Gospel band and will provide a well-balanced, entertaining show filled with the purest of harmony vocals, mountain clogging and great instrumentalist. Austin Street Plaza, 221 N Oak Street, Roanoke, 817-491-2411

Teen Night: Science Crafts 7-8pm.

We will be making crafts with a science theme. Come see what crafts you can make and learn something, too! All craft supplies will be provided. Bring a friend!

Hurst Public Library, 901 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst

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the know it all Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

Rangers take on the Los Angeles Angels. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, (817) 273-5222 www. texas.rangers.mlb.com

with some slithery snakes to break down barriers and overcome fears. Visit www. snakeencounters.com for more snake information. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

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sat 12

Brown Bag Book Club 12-2pm.

Roanoke Farmers Market

The Brown Bag Book Club meets every Friday at Bob Jones Nature Center.

Bring a snack or lunch for yourself, something to share if you are so inclined, a sturdy pair of shoes for the trail, and a willing spirit. We will chat, walk, and maybe even squeeze in a service project for good measure. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd., Southlake, Rusty Pafford rustypaf@aol.com or call 817-491-6333 www.bjnc.org/educationbrown-bag-book-club.php

Hurst Public Library Presents: Secret Agent 23 Skidoo 12:151:15pm. Secret Agent 23 Skidoo will perform live in Library Program Room North/South. Free for all ages, the MasterWorks Music Series is an ongoing concert series funded by a grant from the City of Hurst Hotel/Motel Tax Fund in cooperation with Arts Council Northeast. Hurst Public Library, 901 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst

Family Movie Day 2-4pm. Watch a movie on the big screen at the library!

Free popcorn and drinks will be provided. All movies are family friendly, with a G or PG rating. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Me and My American Girl Doll Class 4-6pm. Paint a Hula Girl bobble head and make a “grass skirt” for your doll!$18 per child.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Karaoke Night @ Community Pool 7-10pm. Join us for a fun night of singing and dancing with family and friends. Whether you are an advanced singer or just love music, this is the event for you! Regular admission rates apply. Trophy Club Community Pool and Splash Pad, 500 Parkview Drive, Trophy Club, 817-491-0500 www.tcparks.org

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

Rangers take on the Los Angeles Angels. Promotions: Post-game fireworks show. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222 www. texas.rangers.mlb.com

Snake Encounters 2-3pm. For those who love snakes and for those who avoid them at all costs, this hilarious and educational show is a treat for all ages! Led by ‘herpetological humorist’ Daryl Sprout, an experienced comedian, speaker and magician, this show has an amazing capacity for combining humor

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8am-12pm. Join us every Saturday through September for the Roanoke Farmers Market! This year the market will be offering fresh produce, plus so much more! Austin Street Plaza, 221 N. Oak St., Roanoke, 817-491-2411

Rocket Readers 10:30am-12pm.

What’s a better listener than a friendly non-judgmental dog? Independent readers grades 1-5: bring your favorite book from home or choose one from the library and read to a furry friend from the Texas Therapy Dog Program.

This is a program that is sweeping libraries across the country and a program that researchers report raises reading levels among participating children.

Great for gaining read-aloud confidence!

(Availability based on a first-come, first-served basis, at the Youth Services desk). Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Autism Awareness Family Celebrations 9-11am. The Dallas Museum of Art’s Autism Awareness Family Celebrations provide a safe, comfortable way to introduce the museum to families of children with autism and show them how they can have a successful visit to the Museum with their child on the Autism Spectrum. Pre-registered families can visit the museum free of charge and enjoy the Center for Creative Connections (C3) before it opens to the public. On selected days, the Center for Creative Connections will be available for parents and children to play and enjoy art together in a fun environment. Participate in staff-led gallery experiences, enjoy an interactive musical performance, and create a work of art in the studio – all designed in collaboration with an autism specialist. Families will have the opportunity to explore the interactives in the Center for Creative Connections during these special private events and are also invited to stay when the museum opens at 11am to enjoy additional family programming. Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 N. Harwood Street, Dallas, 214-922-1200 www.dma.org

Texas Rangers Baseball 6:159:15pm. Rangers take on the Los Angeles Angels. Promotions: Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc. Eric Nadel Bobblehead. First 15,000 fans 14 and older. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222 www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

sun 13 Mother/Son “I Scream” Social 6:30-8pm. $5/person. Mothers and sons 12 and under are invited to beat the heat

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the know it all with swimming and ice cream sundaes at The Keller Pointe outdoor pool. Keller Pointe, 405 Rufe Snow Rd., Keller, 817743-4FUN

Texas Rangers Baseball 2:055:05pm. Rangers take on the Los Angeles Angels. Promotions: Blue Bell Ice Cream Sunday. $1, 13 and under. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-2735222 www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

mon 14 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas July 14-18. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes for ages 7-13. 9am-noon or 1-4pm and extended playing classes available. For more info, call 972-883-4899 or email james.stallings@utdallas.edu. UT Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management, 800 West Campbell Road, FO55, Richardson, 972-883-4899 www.utdallas. edu/chess

Summer Intensive Work shops Again this year, guest facul ty from around the country to work with dancers in the disciplines of Ballet, Modern Dance, Musical Theatre and Classical Jazz. The workshop will be held July 7- August 1 and is available to dancers ages 8 and up. Workshop times: 9am to 1:30*pm *depending on class level.

Each week dancers will study classical ballet and one other discipline. We will accept a TOTAL of 40 dancers for the entire program so as not to over-crowd our classes. It is very important that the dancers receive as much attention as possible. North Central Ballet, 12077 Katy Rd., Suite 713, Keller, 817-428-8232 www. northcentralballet.com

Children’s Summer Dance Camps July 14-18, 9-11am. Ballet class, vocabulary, music, health, nutrition & crafts for ages 3 & 4. North Central Ballet, 12077 Katy Rd., Suite 713, Keller, 817-428-8232 www. northcentralballet.com

tue 15 Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp 1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Dinosaur George 2-3pm. Using an enthusiastic and often humorous approach, Dinosaur George is a self-taught paleontologist who has performed live to over 2 million people and lectured in over 2800 museums about the amazing creatures that once ruled our planet. Over 55 exhibit pieces, including skulls of predatory dinosaurs

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in will be on display as well as other indigenous prehistoric creatures. Visit www.dinosaurgeorge.com for more information. 817-503-1154 Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Summer Movie Madness 2-4pm.

Enjoy a movie at the Library each Tuesday. Bottled water and snacks can be enjoyed in the theatre only. Please no juices, canned soda, coffee, or hot chocolate. Registration is not required for this FREE event. July 15: The Nut Job, Rated PG. Bedford Public Library, 2024 Forest Ridge, Bedford, 817-952-2372 =

wed 16 Summer Storytime with Sunshine 10:30am-12pm.

Wednesday mornings this summer. $19 per child. Ages 3-5. Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

thu 17 Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp 1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Great Australian White Shark 2-3pm. Undersea explorers Wayne and Karen Brown take the audience on a thrilling Australian adventure in search of great white sharks via a fast-paced, multimedia program that combines actual specimens, life-sized inflatable animals, creative dramatics, audience participation and breathtaking underwater photography. From discovering how teeth are replenished in the gigantic jaws of a 20-footer to understanding the place of sharks in the marine ecosystem and food chain, ”The Australia Great White Shark Expedition” sorts fact from fiction and culminates in a dive with a 15-foot, 3,000 lb. great white shark. Visit www.theoceanadventure. com for more information. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

Ladies Night at Sunshine Glaze 6-9pm. Ladies enjoy free studio fees. BYOB. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Dollar Day at the Dallas Zoo 9am5pm. The Dallas Zoo shows its appreciation to the community for its support with dollar deals and $1 admission all day. Take the DART Red Line to the Zoo entrance to avoid traffic and start your adventure sooner. Parking is $8 per

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the know it all vehicle. The Dallas Zoo, 650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway (I35), Dallas, 469-5547500 www.DallasZoo.com

fri 18 Brown Bag Book Club 12-2pm.

The Brown Bag Book Club meets every Friday at Bob Jones Nature Center.

Bring a snack or lunch for yourself, something to share if you are so inclined, a sturdy pair of shoes for the trail, and a willing spirit. We will chat, walk, and maybe even squeeze in a service project for good measure. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd., Southlake, Rusty Pafford rustypaf@aol.com or call 817-491-6333 www.bjnc.org/educationbrown-bag-book-club.php

Family Movie Day 2-4pm. Watch a movie on the big screen at the library!

Free popcorn and drinks will be provided. All movies are family friendly, with a G or PG rating. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times.

Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, Tennessee, 817-503-1154

sat 19 Evening of Music with The MadriGals 2-3pm. Five-time world champions in Women’s Barbershop Harmony, The MadriGals will be performing music from the Renaissance and Baroque eras in lively costumes! Grapevine Library Program Room, 1201 Municipal Way, Grapevine, 817-410-3404

Keller Concerts in the Park Featuring “Me & My Monkey” 8-10pm.

Popular Beatles tribute band Me & My Monkey makes a triumphant return to Keller in the 2014 Concerts in the Park series. Bear Creek Park, 400 Bear Creek Pkwy., Keller, 817-743-4050

Euless Movies in the Park 8:3010pm. The City of Euless will show great family movies in our beautiful parks this summer. Bring your favorite chair or pillow and blanket and stretch out under the stars. Popcorn and refreshments are available for purchase while watching a movie in our FabEuless parks.

July’s movie is Despicable Me 2. Please help the fight against local hunger by bringing one canned good per person to be donated to local food pantries.

Euless Family Life Aquatic Park, 300 W. Midway Drive, Euless

FC Dallas Soccer 8-10pm. FC Dallas takes on New England Revolution.

Toyota Stadium, 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, 214-705-6700 www.fcdallas.com

sun 20 Blue Bell Ice Cream Sunday at Kimbell Art Museum Enjoy a free scoop of Blue Bell Ice Cream’s newest flavor plus a chance to win a one

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year supply of ice cream or a one year Kimbell Family membership. Also enjoy ice cream inspired collage activity and children’s films. Free. 333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth 817-332-8451 kimbellart.org. See ad in this issue.

mon 21 Summer Intensive Workshops Again this year, guest faculty from around the country to work with dancers in the disciplines of Ballet, Modern Dance, Musical Theatre and Classical Jazz. The workshop will be held July 7- August 1 and is available to dancers ages 8 and up.

Workshop times: 9am to 1:30*pm *depending on class level. Each week dancers will study classical ballet and one other discipline. We will accept a TOTAL of 40 dancers for the entire program so as not to over-crowd our classes. It is very important that the dancers receive as much attention as possible. North Central Ballet, 12077 Katy Rd., Suite 713, Keller, 817-4288232 www.northcentralballet.com

Children’s Summer Dance Camps July 21-25. 9-11:30am.

Ballet class, vocabulary, music, health, nutrition & crafts for ages 5-7. North Central Ballet, 10277 Katy Rd., Suite 713, Keller, 817-428-8232 www. northcentralballet.com

Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas July 21-25. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes for ages 7-13. 9am-noon or 1-4pm and extended playing classes available. For more info, call 972-8834899 or email james.stallings@utdallas. edu. UT Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management, 800 West Campbell Road, FO55, Richardson, 972-8834899 www.utdallas.edu/chess

tue 22 Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp 1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Lasermania 2-3pm. Each year, Prismatic Magic takes its one-of-a-kind educational and inspirational laser programs to over a half million children and adults nationwide. With its combination of captivating performers, high-tech lasers, and positively-themed, toe-tapping music, Lasermania is pure laser fun that merges science, technology, and art. For more information, visit their web site at www.class-act.com/prismaticmagic Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

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the know it all Summer Movie Madness 2-4pm.

Masterworks Concert Series 6:30-

Enjoy a movie at the Library each Tuesday. Bottled water and snacks can be enjoyed in the theatre only. Please no juices, canned soda, coffee, or hot chocolate. Registration is not required for this FREE event. July 22: The Pirate Fairy, Rated G. Bedford Public Library, 2024 Forest Ridge, Bedford, 817-952-2372

7:30pm. Me & My Monkey, Watauga Public Library, 7109 Whitley Rd., Watauga

wed 23 Summer Storytime with Sunshine 10:30am-12pm.

Wednesday mornings this summer. $19 per child. Ages 3-5. Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

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the Fort Worth Paranormal Society will be at the library to talk about the experiences he has ad, and the technology used to hunt ghosts! Grapevine Library Program Room, 1201 Municipal Way, Grapevine, 817-410-3404

Hurst Public Library Presents: Ke Anuenue Polynesian Revue

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FC Dallas Soccer 8-10pm. FC Dallas

CALL ToDAY!

Ghost Hunting! 7-8pm. Kevin from

takes on Aston Villa. Toyota Stadium, 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, 214-7056700 www.fcdallas.com

The “Stomp meets Glee” group Vocal Trash will entertain the crowd for July’s free MasterWorks Series on the back patio of the Town Hall. Keller Town Hall, 1100 Bear Creek Pkwy, Keller

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7-8pm. Sara Hickman, Hurst Public Library, 901 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst

7-8:30pm. Ke Anuenue Polynesian Revue, Hawaiian for “Rainbow,” aptly describes the wide range of vibrant colors presented in the dances, costumes and songs enjoyed by the audiences of this group. They have been performing in Texas and beyond since 1983. The repertoire consists of dances from Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand, Tonga and Samoa, including a Fire Dance, performed in the authentic costume. Bring the family out to enjoy this fascinating and educational performance. Hurst Public Library, 901 Precinct Line Rd., Hurst

Keller Music on the Patio 7-8pm.

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Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp 1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Gardenlicious Kids Cook-Off at the Dallas Arboretum 1-3pm. To complement the educational takeaways of the Incredible Edible Garden at the Children’s Adventure Garden, Chairwoman Carol Goglia has enlisted the help of beloved Dallas chef Kent Rathbun, Scott Gottlich and Sharon Hage for a children’s healthy food cookoff. Using at least one ingredient grown in the Incredible Edible Garden, children will cook and submit a healthy item to be judged by celebrity chefs. The tables will turn when children critique dishes from the participating chefs. Look for enrollment information and more details on the website soon. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd., Dallas, 214.515-6515 www.dallasarboretum.org

Dennis Lee 2-3pm. For more than 35 years, award-winning ventriloquist, author, musician, and storyteller, Dennis Lee has used purposeful humor to reach people of all ages with messages that bring laughter, learning, and love. In his new show, “Army of One,” his zany cast of ventriloquist characters bring the 10 pillars of great character to life. For more information, visit www.dennisleeproductions.com. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

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The Evolving Universe-A Museum Exhibit 8am-5pm. How was the universe created? Through magnificent and rare photographs, a story unfolds that will leave you with a sense of awe.

Come and see for yourself the splendor of the cosmos as you travel through time with this new exhibit brought by the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory and the National Museum of Natural History. Grapevine Tower Gallery, 636 Main Street, Grapevine, 817-410-3185 www.sites.si.edu/exhibitions/exhibits/ evolvingUniverse/index.htm

Special Needs Storytime, all ages 11:15am-12:15pm. Special Needs Storytime, all ages. Bedford Public Library, 2424 Forest Ridge Drive, Bedford, 817-952-2350

Brown Bag Book Club 12-2pm.

The Brown Bag Book Club meets every Friday at Bob Jones Nature Center.

Bring a snack or lunch for yourself, something to share if you are so inclined, a sturdy pair of shoes for the trail, and a willing spirit. We will chat, walk, and maybe even squeeze in a service project for good measure. Bob Jones Nature Center, 355 E Bob Jones Rd., Southlake, Rusty Pafford rustypaf@aol.com or call 817-491-6333 www.bjnc.org/educationbrown-bag-book-club.php

Family Movie Day 2-4pm. Watch a movie on the big screen at the library!

Free popcorn and drinks will be provided. All movies are family friendly, with a G or PG rating. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times. Colleyville Public Library, 110 Main Street, Colleyville, 817-503-1154

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the know it all Kids Night Out at Sunshine Glaze, Ages 5 & up 5:308:30pm. Kids will create a clay owl pencil holder while parents have a fun night out! Pizza will be served! $30 per child. Reservations required.

Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www. sunshineglaze.com

Dive-In Movie 8:30-10:30pm. Grab your raft or inner tube and relax in our refreshing competition pool. Bring your family, friends and neighbors to enjoy a great movie. All show times will begin at dark. Regular admission rates apply. Monster’s University. Trophy Club Community Pool and Splash Pad, 500 Parkview Drive, Trophy Club, 817-491-0500

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:0510pm. Rangers take on the Oakland Athletics. Promotions: Turnpike Troubadours presented by Budweiser.

Law Enforcement Night sponsored by GovX. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222 www. texas.rangers.mlb.com

sat 26 Roanoke Farmers Market 8am12pm. Join us every Saturday through September for the Roanoke Farmers Market! This year the market will be offering fresh produce, plus so much more! Austin Street Plaza, 221 N. Oak St., Roanoke, 817-491-2411

Family Fun Day at Sunshine Glaze 12-4pm. Bring your family to enjoy face painting, snow cones, popcorn, our Family Day Special, and pop a balloon for more discounts! Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

Rangers take on the Oakland Athletics.

Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222 www.texas. rangers.mlb.com

Open House at North Richland Hills Montessori 10am-2pm. 8725 North Tarrant Pkwy, North Richland Hills 817-281-9992 www. nrhmontessori.com. See ad in this issue

sun 27 Texas Rangers Baseball 6:059:05pm. Rangers take on the Oakland Athletics. Promotions: Coca-Cola Fedora Hat, first 15,000 fans. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-2735222 www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

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mon 28 Summer Intensive Workshops Again this year, guest faculty from around the country to work with dancers in the disciplines of Ballet, Modern Dance, Musical Theatre and Classical Jazz. The workshop will be held July 7- August 1 and is available to dancers ages 8 and up. Workshop times: 9am to 1:30*pm *depending on class level.

Each week dancers will study classical ballet and one other discipline. We will accept a TOTAL of 40 dancers for the entire program so as not to over-crowd our classes. It is very important that the dancers receive as much attention as possible. North Central Ballet, 12077 Katy Rd., Suite 713, Keller, 817-428-8232 www. northcentralballet.com

Fine Arts Camp Jul 28-Aug 1, 9am-12:30pm. Fine Arts Camp is for children entering into 1st Grade - 6th Grade. They spend the week experiencing art, drama, music, dancing and singing that culminates in Gallery Night on Friday evening where they show off all that they learned in this fun filled week! Open to All!. Early registration $15/child, Max $45/family 817-354-9038. Martin United Methodist Church, 2621 Bedford Rd, Bedford, www.martinmethodist.org

Fine Arts Camp at Martin United Methodist Church For children 1st - 6th grade. 9am12:30pm. Early registration $15/child, Max $45/family. 2621 Bedford Rd, Bedford 817-354-9038 www.martinmethodist.org. See ad in this issue.

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

Rangers take on the New York Yankees.

Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222 www.texas. rangers.mlb.com

tue 29 Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp 1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up. Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Summer Movie Madness 2-4pm.

Enjoy a movie at the Library each Tuesday. Bottled water and snacks can be enjoyed in the theatre only. Please no juices, canned soda, coffee, or hot chocolate. Registration is not required for this FREE event. July 29: Finding Nemo, Rated G. Bedford Public Library, 2024 Forest Ridge, Bedford, 817-952-2372

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the know it all Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

Rangers take on the New York Yankees.

Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222 www.texas. rangers.mlb.com

wed 30 Summer Storytime with Sunshine 10:30am-12pm.

Wednesday mornings this summer. $19 per child. Ages 3-5. Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm.

Rangers take on the New York Yankees.

Promotions: Dr. Pepper Autograph Wednesday. 13 and under. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817273-5222 www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

thu 31 Summer Artrageous Adventure Camp 1-3pm. Tue & Thu through August 14th. $28 for one class or $25 per class (when you sign up for 10 or more) or $480 for the whole semester – best value! Ages 5 & up.

Reservations required. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N. Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

Ladies Night at Sunshine Glaze 6-9pm. Ladies enjoy free studio fees. BYOB. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake, 817-424-1417 www.sunshineglaze.com

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Your Community Story Times Arlington - Central Branch 101 East Abram St., 817-459-6900 Mon - Toddler Time 10am, ages 2-3; Bouncing Babies 11am, ages 0-2. Tue Family Story Time 6:30pm, all ages Wed Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-7

Arlington - Lake Arlington Branch 4000 West Green Oaks Blvd., 817-478-3762 Wed - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 2-3; Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2 Thur - Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-7

Arlington - Northeast Branch 1905 Brown Blvd., 817-277-5573 Tue - Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-7

Arlington - Woodland West Branch 2837 West Park Row Dr., 817-277-5265 Tue - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 2-3; Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2 Wed - Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-7

Arlington - Southeast Branch 900 S.E. Green Oaks Blvd., 817-459-6395 Wed - Preschool Storytime 10:30am, ages 3-7 Fri - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 2-3; Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2 Second Sat Only - Family Story Time 10:30am, all ages

Arlington - Southwest Branch 3311 S.W. Green Oaks Blvd., 817-459-6386 Tue - Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-7. Thur - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 18mos-3yrs; Bouncing Babies 11:15am, ages 0-2

Arlington - East Branch 1624 New York Ave., 817-275-3321 Mon - Wee Reads - Bilingual 10:30am, ages 3-4

Bedford Public Library 2424 Forest Ridge Dr., 817-952-2350 Registration is required for BabyGarden Story Times only. Tues - The Story Spot 10:15 & 11am, ages 2 and up Thurs BabyGarden Sprouts Story Time 10:10am, pre-walkers; BabyGarden Peapods Story Time 10:50am, walkers (0-1yr); Twosees Story Time 11:45am, ages 2-3 4th Fri Only - Special Needs Storytime 11:15am, all ages. 4th Sat Only - Family Storytime 2pm, all ages

Colleyville Public Library 110 Main St., 817-503-1150 Pre-registration required for all Story Times except Bounce Time. Mon Especially for 3’s 10:15am, age 3 only; Preschool Story Time 10:15 am, ages 4 & 5 Tue - Toddler Tales 10:15am, ages 18-36 mos; Preschool Story Time 10:15 am, ages 4 & 5. Wed - Toddler Tales 10:15am, ages 18-36 mos. Thurs - Tiny Treasures Lapsit (Pre-walkers) 10:15am, ages 0-17mos; Tiny Treasures Lapsit (Walkers) 11am, ages

0-17mos. Fri - Bounce Time 10:15am, age 3 & under

Euless Public Library 201 N. Ector Dr., 817-685-1493 Tue - Lapsit 10:30am, non-mobile babies; Preschool Story Time 11am, ages 3-5 Wed - Preschool Story Time 11am, ages 3-5 Thur - Toddler Time 10:30am, ages 12-36mos;

Family Story Time 6:30pm, all ages Grapevine Public Library 1201 Municipal Way, 817-410-3405 Tue - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 18-36 mos; Preschool Story Time 10:45am, ages 3-5. Wed - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 18-36 mos, Preschool Story Time 10:45am, ages 3-5. Thur - Toddler Time 10:15am, ages 18-36 mos; Preschool Story Time 10:45am, ages 3-5

Hurst Public Library 901 Precinct Line Rd., 817-788-7300 Mon - Toddler Time 10am, ages 1-3 Tue - Story Time 10:45am, ages 3-6 Thur Toddler Time 10am, ages 1-3

Keller Public Library 640 Johnson Rd., 817-743-4840 Mon - Spanish Storytime 11am; Family Storytime 6pm, all ages. Tue - Preschoolers 10:15am, ages 3-6; Baby Time (registration required) 11am, ages 0-18 mos; Toddlers 11:30am, ages 18-36 mos. Wed - Preschoolers 10:15am, ages 3-6; Baby Time (registration required) 11am, ages 0-18 mos; Toddlers 11:30am, ages 18-36 mos. Sat Preschoolers 12:15pm, ages 3-6; Baby Time (registration required) 1pm, ages 0-18 mos; Toddlers 1:30pm, ages 18-36 mos

Mansfield Public Library 104 S. Wisteria, 817-473-4391 Tue - Story Time for Tots 10:30am, ages 0-3 Wed - Listeners Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-5 Thur - Bilingual Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-5

North Richland Hills Public Library 9015 Grand Ave., 817-427-6800 Tue - Toddler Time 10am, ages 18-36 mos.

Wed - Story Time 10:15 & 11:15am, ages 3-6

Roanoke Public Library 308 S. Walnut, 817-491-2691 Mon - Story Time at McDonald’s (1100 N. Hwy. 377) 10:45am, all ages. Tues - Spanish Story Time 10:30am, all ages; Bedtime Story Time 7pm, all ages. Fri - Story Time with Katy Kitten 10:30am, all ages

Southlake Public Library 1400 Main St., 817-748-8243 Tue - Lap Sit Story Time 10am, infants; Toddler Time 10:45am, ages 2-3; Preschool 11:30am, ages 4-5. Wed - Mother Goose Story Time 10am, ages 1-2; Toddler Time 10:45am, ages 2-3; Preschool Story Time 11:30am, ages 4-5

All Storytimes are FREE. Listed are the regularly scheduled storytimes. Call to confirm as schedules are subject to change.

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SCHOOL 2014-15

Abundant Grace Christian Montessori Academy 817-999-9354 www.agcma.com

Bedford Christian Academy 817-545-5437 www.bedfordchristianacademy.org

Bethesda Christian School 817-281-96446 www.bethesdachristianschool.org

Covenant Christian Academy 817-281-4333 www.convenantchristian.net

E.A. Young Academy 817-601-5336 www.eayoungacademy.com

Early Care & Education 972-2000-0504 www.earlycareandeducation.com

Grapevine Faith 817-422-1605 www.grapevinefaith.com

Hill School

Holy Trinity Catholic School 817-421-8000 www.holytcs.org

Montessori Unlimited 972-596-7094 www.montessori.com

North Richland Hills Montessori 817-281-9992 www.nrhmontessori.com

Pride Academy & Preschool 817-424-2676

Primrose Schools Bedford 817-545-5485 Hall-Johnson 817-416-0404 Heritage 817-741-5044 Keller 817-337-0717 Mid-Cities 817-485-8993 NE Green Oaks 817-543-2626 Parkwood Hill 817-281-5322 Walnut Creek 817-477-0880 www.primroseschools.com

Red Apple School 817-284-7833 www.redappleschool.org

817-310-0876 www.hillschool.org

St. Maria Goretti Catholic School

Holy Family of Nazareth

St. Vincent’s Episcopal School

972-255-0205 www.hfns.com

817-354-7979 www.svsbedford.net

817-275-5081

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BY KAREN HAYWOOD QUEEN

OUCH aachoo

Common Camp Injuries and Illnesses

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efore you send your child to camp or even choose a camp, consider carefully what happens if your child gets sick or hurt – it probably won’t happen but it’s best to know.

Remember, most camps involve exercise – often more than the child gets at home.

“Camps involve a lot of physical activity,” says Jeff Solomon, executive director of the National Camp Association. “Scrapes, bumps and bruises are not uncommon. Occasionally, it might be a strain, a sprain or a broken bone.

The good news is, the supervision at camps is very tight – typically one counselor to every three or four children.”

Remember your child will likely be outside more than at home.

“Typically what we see is pretty much the same stuff that happens in your backyard – from rough housing outside,” says Diane Tyrell, director of Camp Friendship in Virginia. “Kids will get cuts and scrapes, step on a rock, and suffer the occasional bee sting. That’s the common stuff.”

Some of the most common ailments your child is likely to suffer include bug bites — especially if he forgot to use bug spray, upset stomach – often from

nerves or homesickness, and occasionally sunburn – although most camp counselors are diligent about making campers use sunscreen, says Bob Briscoe, program director at Kaleidoscope Camp.

Ear infections are another likely ailment at camps where children spend a lot of time swimming, says Linda Ebner Erceg, a registered nurse and public health nurse who is executive director of the Association of Camp Nurses.

Parents should talk to camp directors about common illnesses and injuries seen at the camps they’re considering and find out each camp’s response plan and strategy for reducing risks, Erceg says.

“We’re dealing with humans, so stuff is going to happen. Skinned knees are appropriate to developing bodies,” she says. “If you’re hearing ‘head injuries, fractures,’ that should be a pink flag to ask, ‘what’s going on here and how does the camp minimize the potential for injuries?’”

Find out if the camp has a registered nurse on site, a physician on site, or simply someone certified in American Red Cross first aid, she suggests.

“Most resident camps should have an R.N. or site daily, at a minimum,” Erceg says.

If your child has special needs, such as asthma, or suffers from ADD or ADHD, talk to your physician first to see how these conditions can

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be best managed in a camp setting. Then decide if you’re comfortable with the camp’s policies.

For example, most camps would allow a child with asthma to keep a rescue inhaler on hand or with the counselor supervising each activity, she says. Meantime, a medication inhaler and other medications, even band-aids, likely will be kept at the camp health center so the child’s medicine intake is monitored.

“They want to minimize the potential that a child will get a scrape, just put a band-aid on it, then have it get infected afterward,” she says. “At the health center, an adult is keeping an eye on that.”

Also keep in mind that most camps are in more remote, rural locations and access to hospital emergency rooms or clinics might not be as fast as in your home urban setting, she says.

Find out how far the camp is from such care in the unlikely event it’s needed and determine if you’re comfortable with that, Erceg says.

That doesn’t mean that your fears should keep you from sending your child away – just be educated.

“Nature speaks to the soul of a child,” Erceg says. “The work of childhood is play and that’s what happens at camp. You just need to determine a balance with appropriate risk taking.’ SP

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activity R E S O U R C E S

Abundant Grace Christian Montessori Academy

Marina Almayeva School of Classical Ballet

817-999-9354, www.agema.com

817-788-0818, www.MA-BalletSchool.com

Adventure Day Camp 972-338-5437,

Martin United Methodist Church

www.AdventureDayCamps.com

817-354-9038, www.martinmethodist.org

Adventure Kids Playcare 817-488-4600,

The Master’s Touch School of Music and Performing Arts 817-488-6903,

www.adventurekidsplaycare.com

Bedford Christian Academy and Montessori Preschool

www.themasterstouchschool.com

817-545-KIDS (5437), www.bedfordchristianacademy.org

817-925-0505, www.marswim.org

Bethesda Christian School

www.msmorleysmusic.com

www.bethesdachristianschool.org

Bob Jones Nature Center 817-491-6333, www.bjnc.org

Camp Invention

Mid Cities Arlington Swimming Musik Garten 817-291-8516, North Central Ballet 817-428-8232, www.northcentralballet.com

North Richland Hills Montessori

www.campinvention.org

817-281-9992, www.nrhmontessori.com

Camp Olympia

NRH2O 817-427-6500,

www.campolympia.com

www.nrh2o.com

City of Arlington

Pride Academy

817-277-5001, www.naturallyfun.org

817-424-2676

City of North Richland Hills

Primrose School of...

817-427-6608

Bedford 817-545-5485, Hall Johnson 817-416-0404, Heritage 817-741-5044, Keller 817-337-0717, The Mid Cities 817-485-8993, North East Green Oaks 817-543-2626, Parkwood Hill 817-281-5322, Walnut Creek 817-477-0880, www.JustAskAPrimroseMom.com

Covenant Christian Academy 817-281-4333 ext 1, www.covenantchristian.net

Destination Science 1-888-909-2822, www.destinationscience.org

Different Strokes Swim School 817-649-SWIM (7946), www.differentstrokesswimschool.com

Reading Friends

Early Care & Education 972-200-0504,

817-562-5333, www.readingfriends.org

www.earlycareandeducation.com

Red Apple School

Explore Horizons 469-420-9550, www.explore-horizons.com

817-284-7833, www.redappleschool.org

First Presbyterian Preschool Grapevine

SafeSplash Swim School

817-488-8526, www.fpcv.org/preschool

817-876-0136, www.safesplash.com

The Flint Academy

SeaLife Aquarium

Arlington 817-277-0620, Keller 817-993-6307, www.FlintAcademy.com

www.visitsealife.com/grapevine

SeaWorld Camp 1-800-700-7786,

Fort Worth Museum Science and History

Soccer Shots 817-658-6733,

www.fortworthmuseum.org

Full Circle Riding Academy 817-223-6036 www.fullcircleridingacademy.com

Hill School 817-310-0876, www.hillschool.org

Holy Family of Nazareth Catholic School 972-255-0205, www.hfns.com Holy Trinity Catholic School 817-421-8000 ext 121

Kindermusik Arlington 817-478-3550, www.kindermusikwithclaudia.com Grapevine/Southlake 817-251-0476, www.kindermusikwithkat.com

www.SeaWorldSanAntonio.com www.soccershots.org/setarrantcounty

SoccerTots 972-509-5958, www.soccertotsdallas.com

St. Martin in the Fields Preschool and Academy 817-905-2764, www.StMartinAcademy.com

Stars Academy 817-329-0454, www.StarsAcademyGrapevine.com

Sunshine Glaze 817-424-1417, www.sunshineglaze.com

TCU Baseball Camps www.tcubaseballcamps.com

Town of Trophy Club www.trophyclub.org

The Keller Pointe 817-743-4FUN (4386),

UTD Chess Camp 972-883-4899,

www.thekellerpointe.com

www.utdallas.edu/chess

Lil Sluggers 972-509-5958,

Young Academy 817-601-5336,

www.lilsluggersdallas.com

www.eayoungacademy.com

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GOTTA LOVE ‘EM My 5 year old daughter is generally not fond of meat, so her favorite fast food is the grilled cheese kids meal from Sonic. One day my hamburger-loving 7 year old son announced that he would like to order the grilled cheese sandwich. She haughtily informed him that the grilled cheese was for girls only! This prompted a 5 minute lecture from me about gender equality, respect for the opposite sex, etc. Finally I listened as she went on to explain that Sonic served only “Girl-Cheese” sandwiches, not “BoyCheese” sandwiches!

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10 Facebook Safety Guidelines

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1. Password

Parents will know the password and child’s page.

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2. Settings

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3. Email

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The Linguistics of Fashion

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ts summertime, so just like last year I am embarrassing my children. Not intentionally, of course. But the other day, when my daughter had a gaggle of friends over, I walked into the family room and asked loudly: “Girls, have you seen my thongs?”

I was, of course, referring to footwear - but try to explain that to a group of 12-year-olds with their lower jaws hanging below their knees. I think I eventually convinced them that I wasn’t a cross-dresser, but I won’t be surprised if I get several funny looks at the next PTA meeting in the fall.

My daughter was mortified that I allowed this to happen. So once again, she gave me the 411 on thongs.

“Dad, thongs are, like, underwear,” she explained. “They don’t go on your feet. And please try not to speak to my friends anymore.”

She can say that all she wants, but she has no idea what I’m up against here. My kids act all grossed out when I mention the thong word, but come on. You can’t just take a common word from my impressionable years and then change it. It’s not fair.

How did this happen? Who is responsible for taking a perfectly innocent word that many generations used to describe functional footwear for the beach, and assign it to compromising underwear? What were they thinking?

Fashion Designer: Okay, ladies and gentlemen, I had a miraculous vision last night about ladies undergarments. The minute I woke up this morning, I went to work on these sketches (designer holds up poster boards). I am

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sure this is the next big thing, so what should we call them?

Apprentice Number One: Wedgies?

Fashion Designer: No, something less threatening I think.

Apprentice Number Two: How about thongs?

Fashion Designer: Brilliant. That’s a well-known word. Everybody wears thongs. My grandma wears thongs.

Apprentice Number One: I think I’m going to be sick.

I am sure the fashion industry wipes their hands clean of this because in the place of thongs we were given a new name for our old footwear: flip-flops (which sound like something a horse does).

So, what’s next - is a designer going to produce a new kind of athletic supporter and call it a loafer? Maybe they’d like to rename my Fruit of the Looms - hats.

I think it is high time that we band together and petition to put a stop to renaming things on a whim. There should have been a vote of whether we wanted to rename thongs (not to mention a vote on who should and shouldn’t be allowed to wear the new thongs - but that’s a different column).

In the future, designers should have to come before the General Assembly and give their case for changing the names of perfectly good fashion items. Then, if passed, the rest of us could at least take comfort knowing that we had a small say in the renaming of our clothing.

For now, I guess I am going to continue practicing calling my thongs flip-flops. I’m also not going to fall for it anymore when I ask for thongs and the teenage shoe salesmen send me to the second floor - which turns out to be the women’s lingerie department. SP