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Hello Friends,

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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

COVER MODEL Beckham E, 15 months

Beckham is a busy little brother to Jake, 8; Lexy, 12; and Ally, 15. If that wasn’t enough, he has two dogs too, Elway and Bronco. He loves playing outside and has big plans for the future. He wants to be the President or a scientist some day.

Go Beckham!

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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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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 16. 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?

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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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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

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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.

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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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Parish Episcopal Summer Camps

Through Aug 8. Many camps to choose from including sewing, art, LEGO, STEM & Technology, Dance, Sports, Magic, Chess, and Music. Parish Episcopal School, 4101 Sigma Road, Dallas, 972-852-8752. www.parishepiscopal.org/ summerextend.

Dallas Theater Center Presents: Les Miserables Runs through Aug 17. The most popular musical in the world takes over the Wyly Theatre with its glorious music and heartfelt story. In this thrilling new DTC production you will be immersed in this beloved story in a way you’ve never experienced it before: surrounded by the passion of the French revolution; engulfed by the romantic music; and overwhelmed by the experience of hope, redemption and forgiveness. Recommended for ages 10 and above. Matinee & Evening performances. Check the website for specific dates/ times. Wyly Theatre, 2400 Flora St. Dallas, 214880-0202. www.dallastheatercenter.org

Super Science: Poly-whats? 3-5pm. What do plastic, styrofoam and chewing gum all have in common? We’ll talk about the cool chemistry of polymers and make our own polymer slime. One registration per family required. Limited to 50 families per session. Registration opens Jun 17. Free All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

Wagging Tales at Smith Public Library 3:304:15pm. Doggies need books too! Come perfect your reading aloud skills by reading to Abby.

Tickets are free and required. They are handed out at the children’s desk beginning at 2pm the day of the program. Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd., Wylie, 972.516-6250 www.wylietexas.gov

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! 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. Movies begin at 11am. Studio Movie Grill, All D/FW Locations, www.studiomoviegrill.com

Dallas Mavericks Hoop Camp Mon-Fri, 9am4pm. 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! Cost: $240 Various sites-see website for a location near you, 214-747-MAVS(6287), www.mavs.com/community/hoop-camp

thu 3 Eco Tots Discovery Hour Summer Session Through Aug 14. Preschoolers and parents are invited to join us weekly from 9:30-10:30am on Thursdays for our Eco Tots Discovery Hour. This program is designed for children 3-5 years old and includes stories, crafts and activities about the environment, gardening, or nature-related themes. Plan to stay and play in our outdoor Nature Explore Classroom as well. Cost $3/Residents, $5/Non-Residents. July 3-Healthy Soil, Healthy Earth; July 10-Garden Goodness; July 17-Fun with the Sun; July 24-Air all Around; July 31 - Water is a Home for Animals. Environmental Education Center, 4116 W. Plano Pkwy., Plano, www.livegreeninplano.com

McKinney Farmers Market at Adriatica 3-6pm.

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 3-7pm or until sellout. 6851 Virginia Pkwy, McKinney, www.chestnutsquare.org

KABOOM Town - Addison Fireworks 5pm12am. Addison’s most explosive party of the year.

Dazzling fireworks are choreographed to music and simulcast on the radio plus food, live music and spectacular historic warplane fly-bys. Admission is FREE but guests of all ages must have a ticket to enter the event site. Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle Dr., Addison, 972-450-2851. www.addisontexas.net/events/KaboomTown/

fri 4 Red, White & BOOM - McKinney 10am-10pm.

Celebrate Independence Day in McKinney! Activities for the entire family. A full day of free hometown fun! Historic Downtown McKinney will host the Hometown Parade at10am and the Car Show from 1-5pm. McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch will host family activities and food from 7-9:30pm, live entertainment from 8-9:30pm and the fireworks begin at 9:45pm. For more information on the activities at the McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch call 972-547-7480.

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Patriotic Pops – Plano 3-5pm. The Plano Symphony Orchestra, led by Maestro Hector Guzman, will present an entertaining and inspiring tribute to America at the Eisemann Center. Patriotic selections will honor our country and the people dedicated to preserving our freedom! Joining the Plano Symphony will be Plano’s Men of Note Chorus and the Patriotic Pops Chorus, composed of experienced choral singers from the Plano Civic Chorus and other choral groups throughout the North Texas area. Join us! The Eisemann Center, 5236 Tennyson Parkway, Plano, 972-473-7262 www. planosymphony.org/concerts/concert-patpops.asp

All-American Fourth-Plano 9:30-11pm.

Plano’s annual 4th of July fireworks display.

Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve, 2601 Spring Creek Parkway, Plano.

Frisco Freedom Fest 4-11pm. Don’t miss your once-in-a-year chance to celebrate our nation’s birthday with fantastic food, great music and aaahhh-worthy fireworks! There will be a wide array of fun and exciting activities for families on The Plaza. Children and families will head straight for the Children’s Expo. New this year: hamster ball races and multiple zip lines and Euro bungees! Our Children’s Expo also features a rock climbing wall and bounce house inflatables. Our plaza party also includes a Community Stage, featuring local entertainers, and Hometown Hero Exhibit, showcasing our police and fire departments. The Taste of Frisco returns with Frisco restaurants serving some of their most popular menu items. Simpson Plaza at City Hall, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, 972-292-5000

Family 4th Celebration – Richardson 6-10:15pm. Sparks will fly at the City of Richardson’s annual “Family 4th Celebration at Breckinridge Park. This traditional, patriotic salute is free and open to the entire community. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnics, blankets and/ or lawn chairs and enjoy the evening under the stars! Breckinridge Park, 3555 Brand Road, Richardson, 972-744-4580

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 Historic McKinney Farmers Market 8am12pm. Local and organic meat, dairy, honey and produce vendors offer their wares every

Saturday at Chestnut Square near downtown McKinney. Market vendors also offer sauces, canned goods, pasta, baked goods, wine and flowers! 315 S Chestnut St, McKinney, www.chestnutsquare.org

Frisco Farmers Market 8am-1pm. A bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables creates a colorful welcome to those who appreciate the “buy fresh, buy local” idea.

Frisco Square, 6048 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, www.friscofarmersmarket.com

Bluegrass on Ballard 10am-10pm. The Wylie Downtown Merchants Association in conjunction with the City of Wylie present the Wylie Jublilee Bluegrass on Ballard featuring music, a chili cook-off by the American Legion, a car show, and arts and crafts in Olde City Park sponsored by the City of Wylie Public Arts Board. Music: 3–10pm Car Show: 4pm - 9pm Chili Cookoff: 10am – 4pmArts & Crafts: 10am – 8pm Olde City Park, 112 S. Ballard Ave., Wylie, 972-516-6020 www.wylietexas.gov/events/street_dance.php

LEGO “Box of Bricks” Challenge! 1:30-5:30pm. What can you build with a box of LEGOs? Join us and let your imagination soar! For ages 6 to 10 only.

LEGOs provided. *Tickets required. Tickets available Saturday, July 5 at 10:00 a.m. in the Youth Services Department. Richardson Public Library-Basement Program Room, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson, 972-744-4350

Vitruvian Salsa Festival 6-10pm. Every Saturday night in July. Come by at 6pm for a bite at one of the gourmet food trucks on site, stay for a thirty-minute dance lesson starting at 6:30. Then keep dancing ‘til ten to our top salsa bands. Fun for the entire family. All dance levels welcome! Vitruvian Park ampitheater, Vitruvian Way & Ponte Ave., Addison, 214-219-2290.

Octonauts Mission at SEA LIFE Grapevine 10am-7:30pm. 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. SP SeaLife Aquarium, 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy., Grapevine, 877-819-7677. www.visitsealife.com . See ad in this issue.

mon 7 Pioneer Camp at Heritage Farmstead Museum Jul 7-11 Good old fashioned fun with a smattering of chores which include caring for sheep, chickens, guineas, turkey, goats and donkeys. For ages 6-12.

9am-1pm, aftercare is available. 1900 W 15th St, Plano 972-881-0140 Heristagefarmstead.org. See ad in this issue.

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 Super Science: Bodies are Gross! 3-5pm. Snot, spit, sweat and more bodies are gross! We’ll explore why bodies can be so yucky and make our own fake snot. One registration per family required. Limited to 50 families per session. Registration opens June 24. Free All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

Wagging Tales at Smith Public Library 3:30-4:15pm. Doggies need books too! Come perfect your reading aloud skills by reading to Abby.

Tickets are free and required. They are handed out at the children’s desk beginning at 2pm the day of the program. Smith Public Library, 300 Country Club Rd., Wylie, 972.516-6250 www.wylietexas.gov

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm. 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, 817-2735222. www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

wed 9 Teen Robotics: EV3 Sensors 3-5pm. Learn about the two new Lego Mindstorms sensors: gyro and color. See them in action. Registration required.

Limited to 24. Registration opens June 25. Free, Ages 13-15. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

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the know it all Twisted Threads at the Allen Public Library 6:30-8pm. Do you knit? Or crochet? Or make spectacular things with thread and yarn? If so, Twisted Threads is for you! Twisted Threads is a social group for knitters, crocheters, felters, quilters, and any other type of craft done with thread or yarn! All skill levels are welcome! So, bring your latest project and work on it in the company of other fiber crafters. Allen Public Library, 300 N. Allen Dr., Allen, 214.509-4904 www.cityofallen.org

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, 817-273-5222, www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. The Roughriders take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, www.ridersbaseall.com

thu 10 Junior Robotics: Giant Escape! 3-4:30pm. Learn about levers and exercise your creative storytelling skills as you build and test your own sleeping giant! Kids will build and program beginner robots with our LEGO WeDo kits, and work as engineers, scientists, and mathematicians to create and experiment. This is a great introduction to the world of LEGO robotics. Registration required, opens two weeks prior to each program. Limited to 24.

Free Ages 7-9 Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-2088000 www.planolibrary.org

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

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Rougriders take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, www.ridersbaseball.com

fri 11 2014 Young Authors 10:30-11:30am. This program is for Richardson residents entering 5th - 9th grades Write, illustrate, and bind a picture book for preschoolers! Young Authors starts on Friday, June 13 a valid RPL library card is required. Register in the Youth Services department, or by calling 972-7444358. Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson

Mad Scientists: STEAM Stories and More 2-3pm. Put on your lab coat and join us for some summertime STEAM fun (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) - it might get messy! Each session will feature books, activities and experiments to reinforce STEAM principles. Registration for individual sessions required, opens two weeks prior to each program. Free Grades 1-5 Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

SNAP Dance in Allen 7-10pm. Come SNAP your fingers and shuffle your feet at our Special Needs Adapted Program! Dances feature live music, a fun and creative theme, snacks and a commemorative photo that is mailed to each participant’s home! Each dance takes place the second Friday of every month. Register early, the fee increases to $15 at 5 p.m. the Wednesday prior to each dance. Holiday Recreation Hall, 105 S. Anna Dr., Allen, 214.5094707 www.cityofallen.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

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Promotions: FREE ‘Riders sunglasses compliments of Carrier and Advent Air Conditioning. Be the first to get your RoughRiders sunglasses at the Carrier kiosk during the 5th inning! MUST BE 18 or over to receive sunglasses. Limit one per person. Must be present and go through line to receive sunglasses. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972731-9200, www.ridersbaseball.com

sat 12 Genealogy: Bring Your Brick Wall 1-5pm. Staff and volunteers will be available to assist you in locating your hard to find ancestors. Free Adults Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, 972-769-4250 www.planolibrary.org

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The Secret Agent Magic Show 3-4pm. Your mission - should you choose to accept it - is to help James Wand on an exciting mission of magic and mystery!

Magic tricks, spy gadgets, and lots of audience participation! Free All Ages. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 97-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

Texas Rangers Baseball 6:15-9:15pm. 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, 817-2735222, www.texs.rangers.mlb.com

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, www.ridersbaseball.com

sun 13 Texas Rangers Baseball 2:05-5:05pm. Rangers take on the Los Angeles Angels. Promotions: Blue Bell Ice Cream Sunday. $1, 13 and under. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222, www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

mon 14 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas Jul 14 - 18, Mon - 9:00am 4:00pm Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas 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. The University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Road, FO55, Richardson, www.utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

Your Community Storytimes Plano - Davis Branch 7501-B Independence Pkwy., 972-208-8000 Mon - Toddler Time 10 & 11am, ages 18-36 mo., Tues - Babes in Arms 10am, ages 0-9 mo.; Preschool Storytime 11am, ages 3-5, Wed - Preschool Storytime 10am, ages 3-5; Family Storytime 7pm, all ages, Thur - Toddler Time 10 & 11am, ages 18-36 mo., Fri - Rhyme Time 10 & 11am, ages 0-24 mo., Sat - Family Storytime 11am, all ages

Plano - Haggard Branch 2501 Coit Rd., 972-769-4250 Mon - Family Storytime 7pm, all ages, Tue - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages; Toddler Time 10 & 10:45am, ages 18-36 mo., Wed - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages; Toddler Time 10 & 10:45am, ages 18-36 mo., Thur - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages; Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo.

Plano - Harrington Branch 1501 18th St., 972-941-7175

- Together Time 10:15am, ages 2-3; All By Myself 11:15am, ages 4-5, Thur - 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 Tue - Toddler Story Time 10:15 (ages 18mo.-23mo.) & 10:45am (ages 2-3yrs); Preschoolers Story Time 11:30am, ages 3-5 yrs Wed - Babies and Books 10, 10:30, 11 & 11:30am, ages 0-17 mo.; Bedtime Stories 7pm, all ages, Thur - Toddler Story Time 10:15 (ages 18mo.23mo.) & 10:45am (ages 2-3yrs); Preschoolers Story Time 11:30am, ages 3-5 yrs, Fri - Toddler Story Time 10:15 (ages 18mo.-23mo.) & 10:45am (ages 2-3yrs); Preschoolers Story Time 11:30am, ages 3-5 yrs Sat - Family Story Time 10:30am, all ages

McKinney - Roy and Hellen Hall Branch 101 E. Hunt St., 972-547-7323

Mon - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages, Tue - Family Storytime 7pm, all ages, Wed - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages, Thur Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo

Mon - 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, Wed - Family Story Time 6:30pm, all ages & caregivers *Tickets will be handed out for all preschool programs beginning at 10am

Plano - Parr Branch 6200 Windhaven Pkwy., 972-769-4300

McKinney - John and Judy Gay Branch 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy, 972-547-7323

Mon - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages, Tue - Family Storytime 7pm, all ages, Wed - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages Thur Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo

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

Plano - Schimelpfenig Branch 5024 Custer Rd., 972-769-4200

Richardson Public Library 900 Civic Center Dr., 972-744-4350

Mon - Family Storytime 10:30am, all ages, Wed - Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo; Family Storytime 2:15pm, all ages, Thur Rhyme Time 10:15am, ages 0-23mo

Mon - Family Story Time 6:45pm, ages 3-, Tue - “It’s Elementary!”

Storytime 4:15-4:45pm, ages K - 4th grade

Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Dr., 214-509-4900 Mon - Fun Ones Story Time 10:15 & 11:15am, ages 12-23 mo., Tue - 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

Smith Public Library – Wylie 800 Thomas St., 972-456-6250 Tue - Family Storytime 6pm, all ages, Wed - 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.

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

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the know it all Teen Digital Creation Space: Introduction to Adobe Photoshop 3-4pm.

Learn about the Photoshop interface, and some basic how-tos for editing and creating photos and graphics. Registration required. Limited to 4 teens per session. Registration opens June 30. Free Grades 6-12 Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, 972-769-4250 www.planolibrary.org

Contemporary Intensive at International Conservatory of Performing Arts July 14-18. Other session July 21-25. 3321 Premier Dr,

Plano 972-881-1915 info@icparts.org. See ad in this issue.

tue 15 Super Science: Crazy Caves 3-4pm. Take a look at stalagmites, stalactites, flowstone and other cave formations as we learn about geologic wonders and make our own mini caves. One registration per family required. Limited to 50 families per session. Registration opens July 1. Free All Ages. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

wed 16 Silly Strings 1-3pm. LeTheatre de Marionettes presents the wonder and magic of marionette puppetry, including a disco-dancing mummy, Elvis, Michael Jackson, a dancing skeleton and other silly characters that will make you laugh! Free All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

Dance Audition Prep at International Conservatory of Performing Arts July 16-18. Auditions are July 19 for ages 5-12 and July 20 for

ages 13 and up. 3321 Premier Dr, Plano 972-881-1915 info@icparts.org. See ad in this issue.

thu 17 Family Robotics: Tower Crane 3-4:30pm. Investigate balance, stability, and belt-driven pulleys as you build a tower crane that rotates on its base and has a moving hook! Families will build and program beginner robots with our LEGO WeDo kits and work as engineers, scientists and mathematicians to create and experiment. One registration per family required, opens two weeks prior to each program. Limited to 12 families per session. Free All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy, Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

Third Monday Trade Days in McKinney Thu-Sun. The oldest and largest monthly trade days/flea market in North Texas. Located in the historic Buckner Community, 2 miles west of US75 on US380 (also known as University Drive). Over 450 vendors offer almost anything you can imagine - unique gifts, delightful home decor, trendy clothing and accessories, sporting goods, and much more! Trade Days Grounds, 4550 W University Dr. McKinney, 972-562-5466 www.tmtd.com Dollar Day at the Dallas Zoo 9am-5pm. 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 vehicle. The Dallas Zoo, 650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway (I35), Dallas, 469-554-7500, www.DallasZoo.com

Frisco Roughriders Baseball7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, www.ridersbaseball.com

fri 18 Teddy Bear Sleepover 11-11:30am. Bring your stuffed animal and a blanket to our campout storytime! After a few stories and songs, kids can leave their stuffed animals at the library for a sleepover and then look for pictures of their nighttime adventures on our Flickr page the next day. Free All Ages Haggard Library, 2501 Coit Rd., Plano, 972-769-4250 www.planolibary.com

Mad Scientists: STEAM Stories and More 2-3pm. Put on your lab coat and join us for some summertime STEAM fun (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) - it might get messy! Each session will feature books, activities and experiments to reinforce STEAM principles. Registration for individual sessions required, opens two weeks prior to each program. Free Grades 1-5 Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

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Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Promotions: FREE ‘Riders sunglasses compliments of Carrier and Advent Air Conditioning. Be the first to get your RoughRiders sunglasses at the Carrier kiosk during the 5th inning! MUST BE 18 or over to receive sunglasses. Limit one per person. Must be present and go through line to receive sunglasses. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972731-9200, www.ridersbaseball.com

sat 19 Saturday Games at the Rowlett Public Library 10:30am-noon. 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 10:30am – 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, www.ci.rowlett.tx.us

Cupcake Wars at the Davis Library 3-4pm. Decorate a cupcake with surprise ingredients and then eat your own creation - if you dare! Space is limited .Free tickets are available on a first come, first served basis 30 minutes before the program. Free Grades 4-8. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200. www.ridersbaseball.com

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

Open House at Eldorado Montessori 10am-2pm. 11600 Teel Pkwy, Frisco 972-334-9444 www.eldoradomontessori.com. See ad in this issue.

sun 20 Summer Concert Series-Richardson Community Band 7-8pm. Mark your calendars and come out for a free concert on the lawn this summer.

Bring your chairs and a picnic and enjoy the sounds of summer. There is also plenty of room for kids to run around and play. Concerts last about an hour. Richardson Civic Center, 411 W. Arapaho, Richardson, info@richardsoncommunityband.org

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 6:05-9pm. Roughriders take on the Corpus Christi Hooks. Promotions: Kids Run the Bases. Each Sunday Kids have the opportunity to round the bases, just like the pros! After the game, kids can line up along the first base side of the concourse to make their lap. Kids 12 and under only! Raising Cane’s Grand Slam Sunday. With the Raising Cane’s Grand Slam Sundays Package a family of four receives 4 Riders tickets, 4 Riders hats, and 4 Three Finger Combos from Raising Cane’s for ONLY $39.50! Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, www.ridersbaseball.com

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Introduce your kids to the wonders of nature!

The curriculum that goes beyond the book For ages Pre-K – Kindergarten

The Garden Project teaches kids the importance of working with nature and the benefits it provides.

Children are encouraged to use their creative abilities to discover more about nature which will bring joy and excitement into their world. They will develop specific skills according to their age group. The process appeals to young minds as we introduce many fast paced activities which brings out their full potential.

Sessions Begin in September CALL NOW TO ENROLL Nancy McGinnis 972.302.0918

mon 21 Creek Camp at Heritage Farmstead Museum Jul 21-25. Get outside and play by the creek. Explore plant and animal life, learn about the eco system, conduct experiments and learn what life was like over 100 years ago.

For ages 6-12. 9am-1pm, aftercare is available. Another session Aug 4-8. 1900 W 15th St, Plano 972-881-0140 Heristagefarmstead.org. See ad in this issue.

Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas Jul 21-25, 9am-4pm. Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas 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. The University of Texas at Dallas, 800 West Campbell Road, FO55, Richardson, www.utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

tue 22 Super Science: Tickle Your Plant 3-4pm. Have you ever seen a ticklish plant? Learn with us about unusual plants that move, and plant your own ticklish Mimosa pudica to take home. One registration per family required.

Limited to 50 families per session. Registration opens July 8. Free All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www. planolibrary.org

wed 23 FC Dallas Soccer 8-10pm. FC Dallas takes on Aston Villa. Toyota Stadium, 9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, 214-705-6700, www.fcdallas.com

thu 24 College Search 1-3pm. Learn about admissions, academics, housing, financial aid and student life from representatives of approx. 20 colleges.

Free Grades 9-12 Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-2088000 www.planolibrary.org

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plement 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 cook-off. 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

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fri 25 Dive-In Movie 8-10pm. July’s movie is ‘Despicable Me 2’. Frisco Athletic Center-Outdoor Aquatic Center, 5828 Nancy Jane Ln., Frisco, 972-292-6600

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm. 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

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the San Antonio Missions. Promotions: Free ‘Riders Cooler. Be the first to get your RoughRiders cooler at the Carrier kiosk during the 5th inning! Must be present to receive cooler. Limit one per adult. Kids under 18 must be accompanied by a parent to participate. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, www.ridersbaseball.com

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sat 26 Classics on the Square in McKinney 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 7:30-10:30 a.m. and invite all classic car and truck enthusiasts to attend. Please make

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Holy Trinity Academy 972-490-7060 www.holytrinityacademy.com

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

Prince of Peace Catholic School 972-380-5505 www.popschool.net

St. Monica Catholic School 214-351-5688 www.stmonicaschool.org

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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, www.mckinneytexas.org

Saturday Night THRIVE 6-8pm. Newton’s Lab Science Show – FREE Family Connection Night. Back by popular demand…. FUN night of Science Fun! Bring your own dinner or purchase snacks/drinks from the $1 cafe. Come on out for a night of good ol’ fashioned community FUN! Every 4th Saturday night from 6-8pm, enjoy Saturday Night THRIVE Come in for a FUN evening plus connect as a family over the value of the month. Go home with an At-Home Family Values Tool, too! This Side Up! Family Center provides affordable fun, cultivates strong relationships, encourages diverse community, equips families and champions family values. This Side Up! Family Center, 1100 Capital Ave, Plano, www.thissideupfamily.org

Texas Rangers Baseball 7:05-10pm. Rangers take on the Oakland Athletics. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222.

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the San Antonio Missions. Promotions: Budweiser Good Sport. Budweiser and the Frisco RoughRiders want to reward you for acting responsibly. The Budweiser Good Sport Program recognizes those fans that pledge to not drink at tonight’s ballgame. Sign up at the Budweiser kiosk on the first base concourse to be a Designated Driver and you’ll be registered to win great Budweiser and Frisco RoughRiders merchandise. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, www.ridersbaseball.com

sun 27 Texas Rangers Baseball 6:05-9:05pm. Rangers take on the Oakland Athletics. Promotions: Coca-Cola Fedora Hat, first 15,000 fans. Globe Life Park, 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, 817-273-5222. www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 6:05-9pm. Roughriders take on the San Antonio Missions. Promotions: Kids Run the Bases. Each Sunday Kids have the opportunity to round the bases, just like the pros! After the game, kids can line up along the first base side of the concourse to make their lap. Kids 12 and under only .Raising Cane’s Grand Slam Sunday. With the Raising Cane’s Grand Slam Sundays Package a family of four receives 4 Riders tickets, 4 Riders hats, and 4 Three Finger Combos from Raising Cane’s for ONLY $39.50! Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-731-9200, www.ridersbaseball.com

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the know it all mon 28 Richardson Youth Citizen Police Academy 8am-noon. The Academy is a one-week program designed to provide youth, ages 14 to 17, in the City of Richardson firsthand information about how the Police Department functions. .Academy participation requires a one-week commitment.

Classes are held Monday through Friday and are four hours in duration.

Unless otherwise specified, classes will be held at the Richardson/Plano Police Training Academy (located at 4912 14th St. in Plano), so students are able to engage with a police officer and attend the same academy that officers do. Richardson/Plano Police Training Academy, 4912 14th Street, Plano, 972-744-4955

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

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the Midland RockHounds. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, www.ridersbaseball.com

tue 29 Super Science: Candy Science 3-4pm. Why do some candies float and some sink? Why do pop rocks pop? And what happens to the letters on a M&M when you put it in liquid? Come experiment with us and find out! One registration per family required. Limited to 50 families per session. Registration opens July 15. Free All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

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

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the Midland RockHounds. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, www.ridersbaseball.com

wed 30 Critterman: Squirm Factor 1-3pm. Meet and learn about animals from around the world that can make you squirm! Includes a hissing cockroach, kingsnake, tarantula, emperor scorpion, legless lizard, American alligator and Burmese python. Free All Ages Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

Animal Adoption 1-5pm. Looking for a pet? Or just want to visit with some dogs? Plano Animal Services will be at the library with some of their pets that are available for adoption. Visit and learn about this amazing city department. Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

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, 817-273-5222, www.texas.rangers.mlb.com

Frisco Roughriders Baseball 7:05-10pm. Roughriders take on the Midland RockHounds. Dr. Pepper Ballpark, 7300 Roughriders Trail, Frisco, 972-7319200, www.ridersbaseball.com

thu 31 Junior Robotics: Giant Escape! 3-4:30pm. Learn about levers and exercise

New Campus NOW OPEN

your creative storytelling skills as you build and test your own sleeping giant!

Kids will build and program beginner robots with our LEGO WeDo kits, and work as engineers, scientists, and mathematicians to create and experiment. This is a great introduction to the world of LEGO robotics. Registration required, opens two weeks prior to each program. Limited to 24. Free Ages 7-9 Davis Library, 7501-B Independence Pkwy., Plano, 972-208-8000 www.planolibrary.org

All new classrooms. library, indoor gym and outdoor basketball court.

Please note: Although we strive to bring you the most current information available regarding event dates & times, confirming with the event venue before going is always a good idea. SP

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activity R E S O U R C E S

Adventure Kids Playcare

The Heritage Guild, 972-562-8790

Frisco 972-668-5990, Plano 972-6125400, www.adventurekidsplaycare.com

www.chestnutsquare.org

Amigos Spanish Preschool 214-469-1555 www.amigosspanishpreschool.com

AquaTykes, 214-585-2406,

International Conservatory of Performing Arts, 972-881-1915 www.icparts.org

The Kids Dance Company

www.aquatykestx.com

972-612-7000 , www.kidsdancecompany.com

The Ark Preschool, 972-612-7293,

Lil Sluggers, 972-509-5958

www.thearkpreschool.org

Camp Invention www.CAMPINVENTION.org

Children’s Garden Montessori Academy Frisco 972-540-0980, Plano 972-3340980, 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

Dallas Summer Musicals 1-800-982-ARTS (2787) www.dallassummermusicals.org

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

Frisco Indoor Sports, 972-292-1111, www.friscoindoorsports.com

www.lilsluggersdallas.com

Mudpies and Lullabies www.mudpies-lullabies.com

The Paddocks Stables, 469-583-1402 www.paddocksinc.com

Primrose School www.primroseschools.com

Prince of Peace, 972-447-0532 www.pops.org

SafeSplash Swim School www.safesplash.com

SeaLife Aquarium www.visitsealife.com/grapevine

SeaWorld Camp, 1-800-700-7786 www.SeaWorldSanAntonio.com

Small Miracles Academy 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

U.S. Taekwondo Academy

972-712-7400, www.friscomontessori.com

Allen 469-632-0828 Richardson 972-238-7073 www.ustacademy.com

Greenhill School

UTD Chess Camp, 972-883-4899

Frisco Montessori Academy

www.greenhill.org/summer

The Guthrie School, 972-596-6929 m.guthrie@guthriegifted.com

www.utdallas.edu/chess

Weekday Kids at First, 972-996-0125 www.fumcr.com

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The best way to keep your children home is to make the home atmosphere pleasant. And let the air out of their tires.

— Dorothy Parker

3.5g 2g 10mg 100mg

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Serve chilled. Garnish with additional lime zest.

Get more recipes and learn about Green’s Cookery at: www.GreensCookery.com

Cook’s Note: Adjust the amount of spice by adding more or less Sriracha.

LOL with James Estes!

Source: jokes4us.com

WHEN DO YOU GO AT RED AND STOP AT GREEN? When you’re eating a watermelon.

WHAT DO YOU GET IF YOU DIVIDE THE CIRCUMFERENCE OF A BOWL OF ICE CREAM BY ITS DIAMETER? Pi a’la mode WHAT KIND OF BEANS CAN’T GROW IN A GARDEN? Jelly Beans

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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!

TERI D., IRVING

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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