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hy are we so interested in the Arts? Well, it has become apparent that having interests in the Arts is beneficial for our whole-self; especially for our children. Learning to create during the early development stages helps our kids for future development. Yes, even cutting paper strips to make a paper chain helps with this; that’s why we recommend it in our “We Love This” feature page. Something so simple can build very important motor skills, language skills (talking about the different colors and shapes), and visual learning.

I can remember my son had a thing for golf balls; we had to keep one (or more) in the car so he could hold it in his little hand. Somehow JESUS SAID TO during a car ride, there was not a ball in the car and he was not happy. So HER, “I AM THE I grabbed a receipt and crunched it up into a tight ball and said, “Hey, I RESURRECTION AND made a ball!” This worked and he was happy again. Later, at home, I saw THE LIFE. HE WHO him with some paper from the magazine basket trying to make a ball with BELIEVES IN ME WILL LIVE, EVEN THOUGH his tiny hands. Now grown, he is studying engineering at Texas A&M! HE DIES; AND Fire up both hemispheres of the brain! I read that in order for the WHOEVER LIVES brain to be efficient, the two hemispheres must work together; so AND BELIEVES IN ME stimulating and exercising the right side of the brain with creativity WILL NEVER DIE. matters. Talk to your kids about interesting art, their own and others; — JOHN 11:25-26 dance to different types of music. My niece loved dancing with long ribbons in both hands at a very young age; her mom would play music and she would dance to the rhythms with her ribbons flowing all around her. Play with musical instruments, maybe you have a flute hiding away; get it out! Go to museums and check out the art and then visit the children’s center. Many of our local museums offer amazing hands-on experiences.

And to celebrate Easter, color Easter eggs! Let your kids choose the color coordination. Moms, it’s okay if it’s not perfect (or even attractive); it’s ART!

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Meet Maybrie. She has a big sister named Madelyn (7) and a baby brother named Major (1 month).

She also has two dogs, Heidi and Henry. Here favorite foods are sushi and edamame. Her favorite activities are modeling, gymnastics and shoe shopping. Her favorite person is her daddy.

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YOU SHOULD KNOW Sing to Read One way to improve reading fluency is to have your kids read along to songs they love to sing. Try it! Give them a lyric sheet and watch the progress.

Sure, in the beginning the words are mostly memorized, but after repeated reading, they’ll start to recognize the words. Its great fun and any song you both enjoy will work.

Go on, make a playlist, print out the lyrics and start singing.

LET THEM PLAY WITH SCISSORS! Not unattended of course, but yes; most kids are ready to start using scissors at age 2. Learning to use scissors properly early on helps develop the fine motor skills and dexterity they’ll need later for writing.

Plus they love it! Give them a good pair of safety scissors with a blunt point, but sharp enough to cut. Go over scissor safety and start with thick paper (like cardstock). Tip: Put a dot on their thumb and teach them to keep their thumb facing up. And to reiterate, never, ever leave them alone with the scissors. Once they get the cutting down, try making our spring paper chain craft (see We Love This page.)

MINDFUL EATING Eating in front of the TV (or your cell phone/computer) doesn’t just affect how much you eat at that moment; it can also affect how much you eat later.

Studies show that people who eat while distracted (be it watching TV or playing on a computer) end up snacking more, later, than people who are mindful of their meals while they eat. It’s not just about making healthier choices (although that’s true); it’s about slowing down, savoring your food and controlling your intake.

CHILDREN’S ART AT THE DALLAS ZOO Does your young child like animals and art? If so, the Dallas Zoo has a new program to foster their creativity. The Wild about Art program for children 5-8 years will capture your budding artist’s to explore their creative side using a variety of materials and art techniques; all the while being led in an animal-inspired project by a Dallas Zoo instructor! They will also enjoy up-close animal encounters to inspire them. Who doesn’t like a pink and purple striped tiger!

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EMBRACE THE ARTS Ways to “simply” include more of the arts in your child’s life.

• Make story time more dramatic by acting out stories and/or encouraging kids to create their own.

• Keep a dress up box filled with old costumes, clothes, scarves and hats.

• Maintain a well-stocked “art studio” of crayons, paints, paper, scissors, glue, etc.

• Tune to a different radio station or download some new kinds of music.

• Check out community art shows and musical events on weekends, (like “Chalk this Way” in Lewisville, April 9th; we’ll be there too) • Sign up for an art based summer camp session.

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QUESTIONS { + PROFESSIONAL ANSWERS }

RIHANNA, MOM OF 2 Q. What does it mean to teach children to appreciate art?

REESE, MOM OF 2 TWEENS Q. Why is a Fine Arts Education important?

A. Teaching children to appreciate art is really

fine arts education and academic development have found that learning the fine arts actually “rewires” a student’s brain in very positive ways that benefit all areas of academics. It is therefore not surprising that school-children exposed to drama, music and dance are more proficient in core subject areas (reading, writing and math), exude higher levels of achievement, and ultimately higher graduation rates. Data shows that greater exposure to fine arts education leads to fewer disciplinary infractions, higher attendance, better teamwork skills, and a more prepared community-member for the modern workplace. Every fine arts student adds a creative voice to our greater communities. These individuals will ensure a self–sustaining arts culture in our communities for years to come.

about teaching them to consider and appreciate others’ ideas. While knowing about art history and influential artists is important, it’s more important for children to understand that all types of art is a way to communicate ideas and feelings. Giving children the power to have their own opinion about the art they view is an important step to raising children who are confident in their own ideas and can consider, but not be intimidated by, people whose views differ from theirs. Making sure your children are exposed to all kinds of art at an early age will enhance your child’s life, and will give them essential tools of expression and thought that are necessary for being happy and productive.

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ASHLEY, MOM OF ONE BOY. Q. My child will be attending an away camp soon. How do I say goodbye without tears?

A. You’re going to be emotional, so be prepared.

A week or so in advance discuss home sickness and let him know that it’s okay to miss you and home. Remind him that there will be many new friends that are first time campers too. Then immediately get him excited about all the amusing, heroic, enlightening, and eyebrow raising stories he can share with you when he returns! Let your child decorate the “camp” trunk and help you organize everything he will need to bring; don’t forget name labels, ready to send post cards, and bag tags! On drop-off day, smile big, give him big hug, and tell him you love him. Then pat yourself on the back for staying calm, and remember to write letters from home; campers get to receive mail!

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Q. I know STEM is such an important topic in schools and for after school activities, but how can I teach my child to “think like an engineer” but still be creative and artistic?

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solve problems and making sound judgments and decisions are some of the critical thinking and problem solving

A. Creativity is much more than being a painter, writer, or playing an instrument. Creativity is everywhere and in everyone; it’s a matter of developing it. Teaching skills such as how to reason effectively, utilize systems thinking, skills that use creativity. There are many programs available that teach both creativity and STEM concepts.

Activities such as designing vehicles and devices, engineering structures, creating sets and backdrops, and more, all require combining artful and creative thinking. Just remember that solving problems and using strategies are part of a creative process and you can help your child by understanding that creativity is truly everywhere.

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A celebration of Spring! Put your chalk artistic skills on display for everyone to see! Children will get the chance to impress visitors with their own coloring, painting, and clay skills. Out of the minds of kids come some of the most vibrant and eyecatching pieces of work! On display will also be amateur and professional chalk art, and, a chalk art scholarship contest!

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2 Remember that red and green paper chain garland you made for Christmastime? Give it a makeover for springtime! Make it out of pretty double-sided spring colored scrapbook paper.

You know the drill. Cut strips (with scissors or paper cutter), and then tape the ends together to form loops. Hang on your mantel, staircase or curtain rod and enjoy. We love spring!

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Hansel and Gretel: You don’t need a prince and princess for your heroes to live happily ever after.

When two children get lost in an enchanted forest, they must use all their powers of imagination to save themselves from the crafty old woman in the candy house and get back to their loving parents.

The music of Engelbert Humperdinck brings an inventive theatricality to the retelling of this classic fairy tale. Another feast for the eyes and ears from Master Puppeteers. Dallas Children’s Theatre, March 4 - April 3

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4 We love this game because it’s fun and collaborative for any number of people of any age. How many other games can say that? Players work together to create an art piece, but no artistic talent is required. You flip a card to find out what medium to use and roll a die to find out what color to use. It’s all very random. All supplies are included and the players decide when the game (art piece) is done. Fun for artists and non-artists, it can be played alone, in small groups or large gatherings. www.tagtheartgame.com, $39.00

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BY C H R I S T I N A K AT Z

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f I have observed one thing after a decade of having a school-age child, it’s that arts motivate kids to perform better in school. Sure, my daughter comes from an artsy family already. Her mom is a writer and her dad is a theater director, but she’s not an extension of us; she is uniquely herself, and her exposure to a wide variety of arts helps her discover her own passions, proclivities, and personhood.

The more types of arts my daughter engages in, the happier and more motivated of a student she becomes overall, even in her most challenging academic classes. But don’t take my word for it. Check out the messages broadcasted prolifically by Sir Ken Robinson, author of the book, Finding Your Element, How to Discover Your Talents & Passions and Transform Your Life. One of the most popular TED speakers and a creativity and education expert, Robinson asserts that the job of education is to teach children to become creative thinkers rather than merely good workers.

In addition to Robinson’s theory that a child’s exposure to a steady stream of his or her talents and passions leads to finding future work right in their element, we must remember something else. The greatest challenges faced by

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civilization are going to be solved by our children one day.

Do we want them to behave like well-behaved workers or do we want them to become the creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators they were born to be?

Participation in the arts is just as important to raising well-rounded children as participation in academics and athletics. The arts awaken personal power in children by helping them discover their talents and passions organically. I know this is true because my daughter loves to sing, dance, act, and draw already. Recently she’s also started reading Shakespeaare, watching historical documentaries, playing the piano, and taking hip-hop classes.

I am not bragging. But I am keenly aware that I may have been inadvertently putting imagined limits on just how creative my daughter could become. Now, thanks to her example, I am beginning to think that there isn’t anything she can’t do. And isn’t that exactly what I want her to believe?

Why do parents put limits on kids’ creative impulses when creative activities clearly benefit real-world performance? My daughter has got the rest of her life to discover

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and pursue creative activities that light her up from the inside and inspire her to be the best she can be. My job as her mother between now and the day she ventures out into the world is to make sure she never runs out of opportunities to practice being her multi-faceted self. She can sift and sort through what she likes best and doesn’t prefer for herself. She doesn’t need me for that, except to remind her that how she spends her time and energy in life is her choice.

When I leave this world someday, as of course I will-we all will. I want to depart knowing I exposed my daughter to as much personal enjoyment of life as I could. And the arts will have played a leading role in this endeavor.

I don’t want my daughter’s focus in life to be on survival or drudgery; I want her life to be a celebration of the art of being herself. And, in order to do this, she has to explore and assess her talents and abilities in her own ways.

If you are denying your kids

access to the arts because you • Fine arts (drawing, painting, think creativity is less important or sculpture, and printmaking) less valuable than academics and • Photography, video, and athletics, I hope you are planning multi-media arts to stick around for a few more de• Choir and vocal performing cades to witness for yourself the • Band and orchestra important role creativity will play • Theater arts in the evolution of our future.

• Film (fictional and documentary) If you are, as I was, inad• Yearbook vertently capping the amount • Dance • Creative writing of creative activities your kids • Leadership participate in to levels deemed • Robotics reasonable, I hope you will stop.

Instead of cutting the arts out of our kids’ schedules, we need to allow access to as much arts activity as a child’s schedule

permits. They can set the bar • Animation to a level that feels right from • Architecture and design there. Here are twenty-five types • Opera of activities to expose your kids • Ballet to both in school and outside • Crafts of school. Please don’t be con• Cooking fused about whose job it is to • Decorative arts expose our kids to the arts. Arts • Fashion engagement is a parent’s job first, • Woodcrafts before teachers or instructors get • Jewelry involved. Engage your children • Junk, trash, and found art in the arts and watch the magic • Gardening happen. They will thank you for • Performance art your encouragement today and in the future with their smiles and feelings of contentment. SP

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OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL

Journalist, author and writing coach Christina Katz is not afraid to get schooled by her teenage daughter. In fact, it might be something that happens more often than she would like to admit.

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ack and Diane constantly struggle with their family’s demanding schedule. With a family of four, they spend hours coordinating rides to lessons, team practices, and club meetings. Like most families, extra-curricular interests, homework, not to mention fun outings with friends, come together on their family calendar leaving little “down” time.

As they discuss ways to cut down on the numerous commitments, there is one interest they steadfastly refuse to eliminate: Their son’s piano lessons.

In addition to the obvious cultural aspect of music appreciation, research shows there are other advantages too. There have been a number of studies that link music lessons to different facets of learning. One particular study, for instance, found preschoolers demonstrated a 46% boost in their spatial reasoning IQ after eight months of keyboard lessons. (Spatial reasoning abilities are used in higher brain functions such as music, complex math, and engineering functions.)

The effects of music lessons go beyond the immediate. College-bound seniors who participated in a school music program scored 52 points higher on the verbal portion of their SAT’s and 37 points higher in math (89 points combined) than those without arts instruction.

Music awareness is considered a plus on many college applications.

The U.S. Department of Education lists the arts as subjects that college-bound middle and junior high school students should take, stating, “Many colleges view participation in arts and music as a valuable experience that broadens students’ understanding and appreciation of the world around them.

It is also well known and widely recognized that the arts contribute significantly to children’s intellectual development.”

Think a future in medicine awaits your budding scientist? Then you may want to consider music lessons now! A study of medical school applicants showed that 66% of music majors who applied to medical school were admitted. Only 44% of biochemistry majors were admitted.

Simply exposing children to music can have an impact too. According to research presented at the 102nd Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, music lessons and even simply listening to music can enhance spatial reasoning and performance.

Some parents play music to their children while they are still in the womb. While there is little concrete evidence about the advantages of doing so, there is interesting ongoing research for this practice. It’s been said that, for the unborn child, classical music played at a rhythm of 60 beats per minute, equivalent to that of a resting human heart, provides an environment conducive to creative and intellectual development.

So, if you have never considered music lessons for your child, you may want to revisit the idea! SP

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MARC CHAGALL: INTERSECTING TRADITIONS Through April 22. Featuring over 50 original works, Marc Chagall: Intersecting Traditions is a series of hand water colored etchings depicting scenes from the Old Testament. As a modern, Jewish artist, Chagall approached the Old Testament narratives as a set of stories and recurring themes to be broadly interpreted. We are grateful to their son Patrick Haggerty and the Haggerty Family Foundation for the generous support in making this exhibition possible. Gallery hours: Weekdays, Feb. 5-Apr. 22, 10am-5pm; Weekends, Feb. 6-Apr.16, 12pm-5pm. Spring Break: March 7-10 (By Appointment). Closed for Easter: March 25-28. For information about field trips for students of all ages and to make reservations call 972-721-5087 or email gallery@udallas.edu. University of Dallas, Beatrice M. Haggerty Gallery, 1845 E. Northgate, Irving, udallas.edu/chagall

DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. MAGIC 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www.mavs.com.

WED 2 ABC PLAY AND LEARN 11:30am-12pm. Join the library for this come-and-go program that encourages independent toddler play with literacy and sensory activities. Children learn through play, so take a breather and let your toddler learn while you visit with other caregivers.

Best for ages 1-3. Dallas Public LibraryAudelia Road Branch, 10045 Audelia Road, Dallas, 214-670-1350.

THU 3 MESQUITE PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB 7pm. Patrons of the Mesquite Public Library are invited to join the Book Club. Each Month the Club will read a different book

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and then meet to discuss it. The Club will meet the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Meeting Room at the Mesquite Main Library. Featured book for March: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. Mesquite Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Dr., Mesquite, 972-216-6220.

“FOOLS” BY GARLAND CIVIC THEATRE 7:30pm. “Fools” by Neil Simon tells the story of Leon Tolchinsky who has a teaching job in an idyllic Russian hamlet. The town has been cursed with chronic stupidity for 200 years. His job is to break the curse, but he only has 24 hours to do so or he will also be cursed. The production will run Fridays and Saturdays, March 4 – 26, 2016 at 8 p.m. with Sunday performances on March 6 and 13 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets cost $12-$22, with group rates available. Granville Arts Center - Small Theatre, 300 N. 5th Street, Garland, 972205-2790, GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com.

DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. KINGS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www.mavs.com.

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FRI 4 HANSEL AND GRETEL Runs March 4 - April 3. See website for specific show times/dates and to purchase tickets. Sensory-friendly performance March 12, 2016 at 4:30pm. You don’t always need a prince and princess for your heroes to live happily ever after. Two children in search of food for their hungry family get lost in an enchanted forest. They must depend on all their powers of imagination to save them from the crafty, mysterious old woman in the candy house and (in this less “grim” version) lead them back to the loving arms of their parents. The familiar, melodic music of Engelbert Humperdinck brings an inventive theatricality to the retelling of this beloved fairy tale adventure. Hansel and Gretel brings another feast for the eyes and ears to the stage from Kathy Burks’ Master Puppeteers. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, Dallas, 214-740-0051, dct.org.

NORTH TEXAS IRISH FESTIVAL Runs Fri.-Sun. This is the largest cultural festival in DFW and one of the best Irish festivals in the U.S. This year’s theme, “Legends and Legacy,” highlights some of the true legends of Irish music who will also grace the stage at North Texas Irish Festival, including crowd favorites Altan and Solas, among other featured performers from around the world. After all that music and dancing, hungry appetites can be satisfied with Irish stew, Shepherd’s pie, or even fish and chips at one of the many food booths featuring traditional Irish cuisine.

Cooking presentations from top chefs, with fare that attendees can taste and wash down with a glass of their favorite Irish beverage. Whiskey tastings, blacksmithing demonstrations, horse displays and more allow attendees to experience Celtic culture. Urchin Street kid-friendly activities include children’s entertainment, a petting zoo, safety demonstrations and art activities.

Storytellers will weave tales of Celtic lore for everyone to enjoy. Hours are: Fri: 6-11 p.m.; Sat: 10:30am-11:30pm; Sun: 11:30am-7:30pm.

Fair Park Dallas, 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., Dallas, 214-821-4173, www.ntif.org.

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SAT 5 FAMILY ZOO ADVENTURES: AMAZING AMPHIBIANS 9:15-11:15am. Did you know that toads swallow with their eyeballs? Or that salamanders can regenerate limbs? Be amazed by the awesome adaptations of amphibians. Each Family Zoo Adventure includes activity stations, animal encounters, and special zoo tours that will make learning fun for young and old alike. Activities are developed for families with youth between 4 and 12. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, 469-554-7300, www.dallaszoo.com./education/camps-classes/family-programs.

FAMILY DAY AT SPARK 1-4pm. Join us for at Family Day at SPARK! Creative fun for the whole family! Open

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to families with children in 2nd grade through high school. No drop-offs.

Admission is $10 at the door – cash, check, or credit card payments accepted.

Spark Dallas, 1409 S. Lamar St. #004, Dallas, 214-421-7727, www.sparkdallas.org.

MESQUITE COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT 4-5:30pm. Bring the whole family and enjoy this free concert! Mesquite Arts Center Concert Hall, 1527 N. Galloway Ave., Mesquite, 972-216-8125.

MON 7 WILD ADVENTURES SPRING BREAK CAMP March 7-11. 9am- 4pm Explore extreme terrains, learn animal survival skills, meet some real animal oddballs, go on the prowl with animal predators, and become a gourmet with animal foodies at the Dallas Zoo Wild Adventures Spring Break Camps! Each single-day camp features a Zoo tour, games, crafts, and animal encounters unique to each extreme theme. Sign up for one day or come for them all! Register for more than one day and receive a 5% multiple camp discount on the total camp cost. Camps are for PK-Grade 5. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, 469-554-7300, www.dallaszoo.com./education/campsclasses/spring-camp.

ANNE FRANK SPRING BREAK PROGRAMMING AT DALLAS HOLOCAUST MUSEUM March 7-10. 1:30-2:30pm. Explore the special exhibit, Anne Frank: A History for Today, in a new way with the education staff of the Dallas Holocaust Museum.

Each program features readings from The Diary of a Young Girl, followed by a short discussion and learning activity.

Recommended for ages 10–18. RSVP required, included in cost of admission to the Museum. Email ablack@dallasholocaustmuseum.org. to register. Admission $8-$10. Dallas Holocaust Museum, 211 N. Record Street, Dallas, 214-741-7500, www. dallasholocaustmuseum.org.

DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. CLIPPERS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www.mavs.com.

DALLAS STARS VS. BLACKHAWKS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars.nhl.com.

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WATTERS CREEK KICKS OFF LUCKY DUCK KIDS CLUB SEASON WITH A PARTY AT THE PLAYGROUND 11:00-12:30pm. Watters Creek at Montgomery Farms kicks off its monthly Lucky Duck Kids with its second annual Party at the Playground located on The Green. The event includes fun children’s activities including arts and crafts, face painting, balloon artists, strolling story book characters, a DJ and refreshments.

Lucky Duck Kids Club is a family-friendly activity series designed for children ages two to six years old. There is no fee for Lucky Duck Kids Club and reservations are not required. Parents and caregivers are required to stay with children. Adults who are bringing five or more children should call Guest Services at 972-7478000 so that club organizers will have a giveaway for every participant. In the event of inclement weather, outdoor events will be cancelled or rescheduled.

For the most up-to-date information, visit Watters Creek website at www. watterscreek.com.

FRI 11 PEROT TECH TRUCK AT THE MESQUITE MAIN LIBRARY 3-5pm. The TECH Truck engages youth in hands-on, maker-based science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) experiences that foster creativity and confidence. The TECH Truck is bringing hands-on discovery directly to the Mesquite Main Library. This program provides free science-based experiences for children K – 6th grade. Mesquite Main Library, 300 W. Grubb Drive, Mesquite.

FAMILY SAFARI NIGHT HIKE 7-10pm. Designed just for families! Join us for a Dallas Zoo Family Safari Night Hike and experience the fascinating world of animals after-dark! Enjoy an unforgettable evening with a special Zoo tour, fun-filled activities, and an opportunity to see some of our Education animals up-close. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, 469-554-7300, www.dallaszoo.com./ education/night-programs/family-nights.

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SUN 13 3RD ANNUAL DALLAS JAZZ AGE SUNDAY SOCIAL 12-5pm. Dallas Heritage Village and The Art Deco Society of Dallas are proud to announce the Third Annual Jazz Age Sunday Social. Dress in your finest whites and enjoy an afternoon unlike any other!. We’re encouraging everyone to bring a picnic; this is a lawn party, after all! Bring something from home or just swing through some place. Should you find yourself pressed for time, Easy Slider will be available and ready to serve you. It all goes to a good cause, too; the JASS is a fundraiser for Dallas Heritage Village, who does great work in keeping the past alive here in Dallas. Tickets: $10, kids 12 and under are free Dallas Heritage Village, 1515 S. Harwood, Dallas, dallasheritagevillage.org.

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MON 14 SPRING BREAK SAFARI WEEK March 14-18. 11am-3:30pm. Get out of the house and into the gardens with your family during Spring Break.

Enjoy discovery-themed activities and crafts each day! Included with admission. Texas Discovery Gardens, 3601 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Dallas, texasdiscoverygardens.org.

DALLAS POLICE DEPARTMENT MEET & GREET 1-1:30pm. The Dallas Police Department will kick off Safety Days at the Dallas West Branch Library with a Meet & Greet! This presentation will give children insight on what it takes to be a police officer, safety tips and will conclude with a Q&A. Dallas West Branch Library, 2332 Singleton Boulevard, Dallas, 214-670-6445.

TUE 15 SPRING FLING: LUCK O’ THE IRISH! March 15-18. 10:30am-3:30pm. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day all week at Dallas

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STORY TIMES

HIGHLAND PARK LIBRARY

4700 Drexel Dr., 214-559-9400 Wed - Lapsit Story Time 10am (ages 0-24 mos) Thur - Toddler Story Time 10am (2 year olds) Fri - Preschool Story Time 10am (3 & 4 year olds)

UNIVERSITY PARK LIBRARY 3800 University Blvd, 214-363-9095

Wed - Story Time 3:45pm (ages 4 &-5) Thur - Toddler Story Time, 10:45am

RENNER FRANKFORD BRANCH 6400 Frankford Road, 214-670-6100 Tue - Tales for Tots 10:30am (ages 3-5), Tue - Baby Bounce 11:15am (infants & toddlers)

BOOKMARKS (at North Park Mall)

8687 N. Central Expressway, Suite 1514, 214-671-1381 Mon - NorthCourt - Baby Bounce Basics 10:30am (up to 24 mos.)

Mon - Inside Bookmarks - Baby Bounce Basics 12:30pm (up to 24 mos.)

Wed - Inside Bookmarks - Wiggly, Waggly Words 3:30pm (preschoolers) Thur - NorthCourt - Tickles for Toddlers 10:30am & 3:30pm (2 & 3 year olds) Thur - Inside Bookmarks – Baby Bounce Basics , 12:30pm (up to 24 mos.)

Fri - Inside Bookmarks - Baby Bounce Basics 12:30pm (up to 24 mos.)

Fri - Inside Bookmarks – Preschool Palooza - 3:30pm (ages 2-4)

LAKEWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY 6121 Worth Street, 214-670-1376

Wed - Boogie Woogie Books 10:30am (ages 6 & under)

AUDELIA ROAD BRANCH LIBRARY

KNOW IT ALL Heritage Village this Spring Fling. Go on a leprechaun hunt at the Sullivan house and help us link rainbow chains around the Village. Play vintage board games of chance with a roll of the dice or a spin on the wheel at the saloon. Try your luck at horseshoes behind the Millermore home. We will be spinning and twisting golden ropes at the farmstead, too. Put on some green, grab your lucky charms, and head to the Village for a little Irish fun. Regular admission rates -$9 adults; $7 seniors (65+); and $5 for children ages 4-12. Children under 4 and members of Dallas Heritage Village are admitted free of charge. Dallas Heritage Village, 1515 S. Harwood, Dallas, 214-4215141, dallasheritagevillage.org.

DALLAS POLICE DEPARTMENT SQUAD CAR TOUR 1-1:30pm. The Dallas Police Department will be back for Day Two of Safety Days and will have their squad cars in the library parking lot.

Children can sit in the vehicles, operate the lights, sirens and use the loud speaker. Bring your camera! Dallas West Branch Library, 2332 Singleton Boulevard, Dallas, 214-670-6445.

DALLAS STARS VS. KINGS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars.nhl.com.

WED 16 DALLAS FIRE-RESCUE SHOW & TELL 1-2pm. The Dallas Fire Department will bring their fire truck and fire safety tips to the Dallas West Branch Library to close out Safety Days! Get a tour of the truck and take home DFR giveaways! Dallas West Branch Library, 2332 Singleton Boulevard, Dallas, 214-670-6445.

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DALLAS STARS VS. LIGHTNING

Fri - Boogie Woogie Books 10:30am (ages 6 & under)

7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars.nhl.com.

MESQUITE Main Branch

300 W. Grubb Dr., 972-216-6220

Tues - Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-5; Evening Story Time 7pm, all ages Wed - Infant Lapsit Story Time 9:30am, ages 6-12mo; Young & Restless Story Time 10:30am, 13mo -2yrs Thu - Toddler Time 10:30am, ages 18mo-3yrs Sat - Story Time 11am, ages 6-18mo

MESQUITE North Branch

2600 Oates Dr., 972-681-0465

Tue - Preschool Story Time 10:30am, ages 3-5 Thu - Toddler Time 10:30am, ages 18mo-3yrs All Storytimes are FREE. Listed are the regularly scheduled storytimes.

Call to confirm as schedules are subject to change.

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FRI 18 THE MIRACULOUS JOURNEY OF EDWARD TULANE Runs March 18-April 10. See website for specific show dates/times and to purchase tickets. Sensory-friendly performance April 9, 2016 at 1:30pm. The award-winning author of Because of Winn-Dixie and The National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature launches the extraordinary pilgrimage of Edward, a beautiful, much-loved toy rabbit who loves only himself. When he is ripped from the arms of his doting young owner and lost, Edward finds that his breakable heart can learn to love, lose, and love again.

This stunning, highly theatrical play became

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an immediate must-see hit following its premiere and is sure to go down in history as a family classic with your family being among its first audiences. Trust us, you’ll be sorry if you miss this one. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, Dallas, 214-740-0051, dct.org.

DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. WARRIORS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www.mavs.com.

YURI ANSHELEVICH-CELLO 8pm. Russian-born cello virtuoso Yuri Anshelevich made his recital debut at the age of 9, and five years later earned acceptance at the famed Moscow State Conservatory. That same year he won First Prize in the Cello Division of the All-Russian Competition, which led to studies with world-famous cellist Mstislav Rostropovich.

He served as Associate Principal Cello with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra from 1977 to 2015. Active as both a soloist and chamber musician, Mr. Anshelevich has won wide critical acclaim for his concert and recital performances. This is a free performance.

Mesquite Arts Center, 1527 N. Galloway Ave., Mesquite, 972-216-6444.

SAT 19 10TH ANNUAL KIDSFEST 11am-2pm. This year’s theme is “Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies” and will focus on teaching children the benefits of healthy living. The event will be filled with entertainment and high-energy activities for children including a huge egg hunt, face painting, video game trucks, bounce houses and more. Benefitting Galaxy Counseling Center. Firewheel Town Center, 245 Cedar Sage Dr., Garland. See ad in this issue.

BREAKFAST WITH THE BUNNY 8:30am-12pm. Join the Easter Bunny for breakfast, an egg hunt, pictures and more.

The breakfast is $5 per person, children 2 and under are free. The egg hunt begins at 11 a.m. for children 9 and under. Some activities will have an additional fee. Event Details The egg hunt will be broken down

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by age groups: 0 to 2-years-old2 to 4-yearsold5 to 7-years-old8 to 9-years-oldBreakfast with Bunny will also include a petting zoo, balloon animals, face painting, archery, train rides and crafts. Breakfast with the Bunny is an event the whole family can attend and enjoy. For more information, contact Mesquite Parks and Recreation at 972-2166260. Evans Recreation Center, 1116 Hillcrest Street, Mesquite.

GIRLS SOAR! AVIATION DAY CAMP 9am-3pm. Open to all girls ages 12-14 Interested in Flight and the world of Aviation? Join the crew! Hands-on activities, tours, workshops & more. Activities will include Behind the Scenes Tours, STEM Workshops, Meet Aviation Pros, & Hand on Activities. Registration is required. $25 Members & $35 Non-Members. CR Smith Museum, 4601 Hwy 360, Fort Worth, 817967-1560, www.crsmithmuseum.org.

37TH ANNIVERSARY DALLAS ST. PATRICK’S PARADE & FESTIVAL 11am. The largest St. Patrick’s Parade in the Southwest begins at Greenville Avenue and Blackwell Street. The parade ends at Yale Blvd/SMU Blvd and 75 Central Expressway.

125,000+ Attendance; 2 Mile Route; More than 90 Parade Float Entries; More than 1,700 Parade Participants.

DALLAS STARS VS. ISLANDERS 7pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars.nhl.com.

SUN 20 DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. TRAIL BLAZERS 3pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www.mavs.com

SAT 26 MARCH FOR RESPECT 2016 9am-1pm. Pettis & Wellness Healthcare presents a 1 mile Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Awareness Walk with food trucks, info fair and entertainment.

To register, call 214-634-9810 or email azrile@arcdallas.org., Dallas, 214-634-9810, marchforrespect.org. See ad in this issue.

PATHWAYS FELLOWSHIP MEETING AT NEW HOPE CHAPEL 10:30am-12pm. Meeting starts at 10:30am with games followed by an 11:15am Easter Egg Hunt with areas for 3 different age groups. Bring your own basket! Take your picture with the Easter Bunny. New Hope Chapel, 500 E. Hwy 80, Sunnyvale, www. pathwaysministries.org. See ad in this issue.

2016. Lone Star Park, 1000 Lone Star Pkwy, Grand Prairie, Destiny Clemons Volunteer & Special Events Coordinator Brighter Tomorrows, Inc. Office: (972)254-4003 ext.

103, www.brightertomorrows.net.

DALLAS MAVERICKS VS. KNICKS

DALLAS STARS VS. PREDATORS 7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars.nhl.com.

WED 30 PREVIEW COFFEE AT GRACE ACADEMY OF DALLAS 9:30-10:30am. Please call for reservations.

Grace Academy of Dallas, 11306 Inwood Road, Dallas, 214-696-5648, GraceAcademy.com. See ad in this issue.

WED 30 20TH ANNUAL CHOCOLATE AND CHIC LUNCHEON AND AUCTIONS! 10:30am-1pm. Get Involved! Tickets $70.

Sponsorships available too! As the second-largest domestic violence and sexual assault agency in Dallas County, Brighter Tomorrows’ mission is to empower victims of domestic violence and sexual assault by providing emergency safe shelter and support services, and to reduce violence in our communities. This long-standing event gives the communities of Grand Prairie, Irving, Arlington, Cedar Hill, Dallas, DeSoto, Duncanville and Lancaster the opportunity to participate in and support our advocacy programs. The chic array of live and silent auction items, chocolates to tantalize you, a delicious luncheon and the opportunity to hear from Ms. Moore will raise awareness while highlighting your organization, and your commitment to serve and assist those in need in our communities. Live and Silent Auction Donations: We are currently seeking merchandise/gift certificate donations to be used in our live and silent auctions – an integral part of the event and sure to give quality exposure to your business. All donations will be displayed with advertising material provided by the donating company or organization. We request all items and donor information sheets be received by Friday, March 18,

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7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, www.mavs.com.

THU 31 DALLAS STARS VS. COYOTES

TUE 29

the best

7:30pm. American Airlines Center, 2500 Victory Avenue, Dallas, stars.nhl.com.

SAVE THE DATE… APR 2 THE 7TH ANNUAL DFW FAMILY EXPO 10am-5pm. Discover the best camps, classes, products, entertainment and more for N. Texas Families. Enjoy bounce houses, indoor trampoline park, face painting, massage stations, petting zoo and more. Admission $5. All ticket proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. Dallas Market Hall, 2200 N. Stemmons Fwy at Wycliff. 214-605-0006, dfwFamilyExpo.org. See ad in this issue.

DALLAS ACADEMY OF MUSIC................5 214-363-4980 www.dallasacademyofmusic.com CAMP DI VINCI.............................................15 www.davincischool.org/camp CAMP SUMMIT...............................................7 972-484-8900 www.campsummittx.org CHARIS HILLS ................................................9 888-681-2173 www.charishills.org CUB CREEK SCIENCE CAMP.................15 www.mosciencecamp.com

DALLAS ZOO................................................. 17 www.dallaszoo.com/education SAFESPLASH SWIM SCHOOL.................9 844-KID-SWIM www.safesplash.com TEXAS PREMIER YOUTH SPORTS........11 469-834-8450 www.texaspremieryouthsports.com THE ARC COLLIN, DALLAS & ROCKWALL..................................................7 www.arcdallas.org UTD CHESS CAMP.....................................15 972-883-4899 www.utdallas.edu/chess

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APR 9 COLORPALOOZA, A CELEBRATION OF SPRING 10am-4pm. Chalk This Way sidewalk chalk extravaganza, live music, strolling entertainers, rides for kids, art demos, festival marketplace and more. Free. Old Town Lewisville. For more info, visit LewisvilleColorPalooza.com. See ad in this issue.

APR 17 SPRING FAIR OF WEST PLANO 11am-5pm. Fun for the whole family with a shopping booths, spring flower sale, petting zoo, bounce houses, rock climbing wall, face painting, bungee jumping, arts & crafts, food trucks, DJ and more. Free. Congregation Anshai Torah, 5501 W. Parker Rd, Plano. For more info, visit www.springfairwestplano.com.

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JUN 13-17 2016 SUMMER CHESS CAMP AT UT DALLAS Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes for ages 7-14. Morning (9amnoon) and afternoon (1-4pm) plus extended playing classes available. Other camps Jun 20-24, Jul 18-22 & Jul 25-29. www.utdallas. edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

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

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FUN STUFF { LIFE IS BETTER WHEN YOU’RE LAUGHING }

WHY DID VAN GOGH BECOME A PAINTER?

WHAT DID MICHELANGELO SAY TO THE CEILING?

HOW DOES SALVADOR DALI START HIS MORNINGS?

I GOT YOU COVERED.

WITH A BOWL OF “SURREAL”.

Source: www.jokes4us.com/peoplejokes/painterjokes.html

BECAUSE HE DIDN’T HAVE AN EAR FOR MUSIC.

Let’s celebrate with a craft!

YOU NEED

“AT THE AGE OF SIX I WANTED TO BE A COOK. AT SEVEN I WANTED TO BE NAPOLEON. AND MY AMBITION HAS BEEN GROWING STEADILY EVER SINCE.” ― SALVADOR DALÍ

- Paper Plate - Black Paint - Sharpie - Red Marker - 2 Pieces of Stock Paper - Wiggly Eyes - 3 Black Pipe Cleaners - Craft Glue - Hot Glue Gun

LET’S GET STARTED...

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Flip a paper plate over and paint the edging of the paper plate with black craft paint. We sponged the edges around the white so that it would look like fur, you know since he is a cat and all.

Use a sharpie and draw a hat onto a piece of stock paper.

Then draw the stripes and fill the red in with a marker, sharpie or paint.

Whatever you have on hand will be fine. We used a red sharpie.

Use craft glue and attach the hat and wiggly eyes (these are optional too, you can draw them

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on). Go ahead and draw on his nose and mouth.

At this point we attached the whiskers. We used hot glue to do this because I find that pipe cleaners don’t hold well with craft glue.

Now you can use the left over stock paper and make some ears and attach them with craft glue.

The last step is optional. You can use more stock paper and draw a tie or just leave it off all together. We always like to add that extra touch so we chose to give him a tie.

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LOL WITH JAMES ESTES!

GOTTA LOVE ‘EM

Can you

hear me

?

My girlfriend and I had something important to discuss at my house one day. So I called up to the second floor (in the same low tone I would be speaking with) where my 4 year old was sleeping, and asked,”Can you hear me?” In about 3 seconds I heard her say “no, I promise!”

So I replied, “Okay, thank you”, and she replied, “Carry on.” Needless to say, we held our mouths and laughed as quietly as we could!

— EMMA, MOM OF 2

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BACKTALK { BY KEN SWARNER }

NUMBERS IMPAIRED

N

o one in my family comes to me when they have a math problem to solve. They’ll ask their friends, neighbors,

grandfathers, even a gerbil before they’ll seek my advice. Heck, I think my son asked the cat to explain Phi the other night.

I’m that bad with numbers. When my children need help on their math homework and I am the

excuse I could think of to save face. My excuses:

only adult standing in the room, they’ll say things like:

1. “Ow! I think a bug flew in my eye!”

“Where’s mom?” and “I suppose I’ll just take a zero on

2. “This isn’t the math we did WHEN I was a

this assignment.”

I’ve never been good with math concepts. Admittingly, that may

3. “Who wants ice cream?”

have something to do with the fact that I didn’t pay attention in math

After awhile, of course, my children figured it out.

class as a kid. That, and my parents still refuse to admit they dropped

“Dad,” my son said softly one day as I stared blankly at 3X(5Y)=2X.

me on my head when I was young.

I won’t go so far to say that I choose journalism because I am math impaired – namely because statistics (math) was a requirement for my journaism degree…and yeah, I failed it. Thank goodness I did all right everywhere else.

The funny part is that my parents could have sucked at math and I

“If there was a short bus running between the downstairs and upstairs – you’d be on it.”

Creep.

It’s hard to admit, but I’m no longer the superman in my children’s lives. Where I could once handle every question and situation that came their way, I am now lucky to get it right half of the time. As my teenagers

would have never known it because the relationship back then between

and I get older, I’ve noticed that more and more they can do certain

parents and schoolwork was nearly nonexistent. Not so anymore. These

things better than I can. And that’s a little tough to get used to.

days, parents are on the front lines when it comes to school homework.

I think it’s been a little disappointing for them as well. That transition

We are expected to sign assignment planners, keep track of our time

from child to young adult is full of many mysteries including “how did my

reading with our kids, and be that go-to source for homework help.

dad, who knew everything, suddenly get so stupid?”

Math has been no exception.

I guess that’s just life. I am confident enough to know its okay I’m not

Don’t get me wrong, I was fine up to the point my children passed

as good as they are at everything…and, hopefully, the feeling is mutual

the fifth grade. I can do division, multiplication, and “manipulate” those

with my kids. I am, however, a little tired of having to constantly fish out

colored blocks (whatever that was about). But, starting in sixth grade, the

my college diploma to prove to them that I actually graduated.

kids entered the beginning of algebra and I was soon lost. I made up every

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kid. Is this new math?”

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