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Publisher’s Page

Table of Contents by Category

Baby Book Guide

Publishers Page/Table of Contents – page 3 gg & mommy & me – page 4 Directory Listings – page 14

April 2014

Jeremiah 1:5 NIV “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart: I appointed you as prophet to the nations.”

God has a plan for every single life that began before we were born.

God Bless You! Babies Don’t Keep Mother, O’ Mother, come shake out your cloth, empty the dustpan, poison the moth.

Hang out the washing, make up the bed, sew on a button and butter the bread.

Where is the mother whose house is so shocking?

she’s up in the nursery, blissfully rocking.

Oh, I’ve grown as shiftless as Little Boy Blue, lullaby, rockaby, lullaby too.

Dishes are waiting and bills are past due pat-a-cake, darling and peek—peekaboo.

The shopping’s not done and there’s nothing for stew’

and out in the yard there’s a hullabaloo.

But I’m playing Kanga and this is my Roo. Look! Aren’t his eyes the most wonderful hue?

Lullaby, rockaby, lullaby loo.

The cleaning and scrubbing can wait till tomorrow, But children grow up, as I’ve learned to my sorrow.

So quite down cobwebs; Dust go to sleep!

I’m rocking my baby and babies don’t keep.

Ruth Hulbert Hamilton

Coming next month: Summer Getaway Guide, Mother’s Day Gift Guide, and Salute to Mama – Preneurs.

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Entertainment - Birthday Parties Pump it Up – page 10 Shakalaka – page 15 Wish Upon A Star – page 13 Enrichment Alexander’s Martial Arts – page 12 All Things Theatrical – page 7 Fantasy Playhouse Theater – page 10 Huntsville Museum of Art – page 8 Mind Gear Labs – page 12 Onyx Allstars Gymnastics – page 12 Soccer Shots – page 7 Tiger Rock – page 9 Health 4 D Mommies – page 4 Schools Academy of Learning – page 8 La Petite Academy- page 2 Madison Premier School – page 6 Randolph School - page 10 Trinity Child Development Center – page 8 Photography Rogers Portraits – page 7 Retail A Nurturing Moment – page 11 Better than Before – page 11 Bubble Gum and Blue Jeans – page13 Frog & Fairy Consignment – page 7 Snap Dragon – page 15 Tutu’s & Twirls Dance Wear – page 15 Wild Birds Unlimited – page 11 Round the Table Applebee’s – page 11 Smashburger – page 13 Stevi B’s – page 6 Summer Camps Camp Invention – page 11 Deer Run Camps – page 16 Huntsville Ice Plex – page 8 River View Camp – page 5 Valley View Ranch – page 6

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MATERIALS Card Stock for Pattern • Wool, Cotton & Fur Yarn etc (preference) • Yarn Needle • Fabric Strips (chiffon & other soft fabrics) • Glue • Hole Punch DIRECTIONS: Q Using Picture of pattern as guide a guide create a pattern from cardstock sheet.

A. Make a large circle on Cardstock. B. Make a small circle inside large one. Cut an extra circle the same size as small circle.

C. Cut strips all around large circle to the edge of small one. D. Punch Holes at the end of strips. E. Spread glue evenly on the bottom of inside circle and wind yarn in a circle motion until inside circle is covered.

W Weave yarn around basket frame alternating in front then back of strips.

As you weave occasionally push rows downward to prevent space between rows.

E When woven rows reach holes at ends of the strips cut off yarn leaving plenty of length for finishing.

(Approx. 40” for small baskets and 70” for large.

R Thread yarn through yarn needle and sew through holes around frame.

Finish by taking yarn down through rows to hide, remove needle and tie knot.

T Glue cut out small circle on the outside of the bottom of the basket to give strength to stand up.

Y Cut extra lengths of yarn for handle. (preference) Tie each end of yarn handle to opposite sides of basket.

U Fill with eggs for decoration, or favorite easter treat for gifts. (makes a great teacher gift. Have a very Happy Easter!!

I Check our facebook page or email me at amy@nalkidsdirectory,com for more detailed instructions.

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Summer Camp 2014 May 27th • August 1st 5 years old (completed Kindergarten) through 12 years old Monday • Friday 6:45 am until 5:30 pm

256-325-9009 Call about our School Fundraising, Birthday Parties, Sports Team Parties & Fundraising, Community & Church Events, Catering and More!

Learn how your group can earn money by hosting events at Stevi B’s!!

5510 Promenade Point Pkwy Ste 140 Madison, AL 35757 Please “Like” us at http://www.facebook. com/#!/SteviBsPizzaMadisonAlabama

Flexible scheduling: Full time, part time, pick-a-week or the whole summer Small class sizes Weekly themes full of fun activities Tuition includes: 2 snacks, a hot lunch, and all field trips Premier Schools Where the Wonders of the World Unfold Established 1999, AdvancED Accredited

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ALL THINGS

THEATRICAL Register Now for Summer & Fall

ACTING • MUSICAL THEATRE • DANCE • VOCAL Arbor Crossings • 11156 County Line Rd • Suite G • Madison, AL 35756 DiannDirector@gmail.com • 256.683.8179 • www.AllThingsTheatrical.com

Roger’s Portraits rogersportraits.com Great Portraits from the Specialist in Child Photography

256-233-4443 Featuring quality consignment of: maternity wear, children’s wear, preemie ~ 12, toys, nursery & baby needs, and much, more.

256-230-5246

Consigning is a GREAT way to recycle your maternity wear and your children’s gently worn clothing & gently loved toys.

sign up now! ages 3-8

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3185 Leeman Rd. • Huntsville, AL 35801 LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY FOR KIDS & ADULTS

Full equipment available for rent Learn to play the game you love to watch

Learn To Play hockey Wed. nights 5:30-6:15pm Adult Hockey Development Tues. nights 8-9:20pm No prior skating or hockey experience necessary

hockeyinfo@hsviceplex.org • 256.883.3689 • www.nahahockey.org HUNTSVILLE SKATING SCHOOL & TRAINING ACADEMY

The mission of the Skating School is to safely serve the community in all areas of skating with excellence.

Learn to Skate Classes Tues 4:40-5:40pm • Wed 4:40-5:40pm • Sat 10-11am

Ages 5 and up welcome!

The Huntsville Skating School strives to provide a fun and safe skating experience for the beginner as well as the more advanced skater. To teach correct technique of the simple basic elements. To promote health and physical fitness. 256.883.3773. hssta@hsviceplex.or

BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES

10 Skaters + Birthday Person • Each additional skater $7 Party Invitations • Paper Products • Assorted Balloons One FREE Pass to either Huntsville Hockey Dev. Center or Huntsville Skating School

Private Party Room Packages start at $125 Rinkside and Lobby Packages are $100

You can bring in your cake and ice cream but all other food and beverages must be purchased through our concessions!

Call for special pricing on Papa Johns Pizza.

For additional information call: 256.883.3774 or email parties@hsviceplex.org

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The Randolph Experience Summer Camp

June 2 to June 27 Athletics, Arts and Academics Part-day or Full-Day Experience

For information call 256-799-6191 or visit our website at www.randolphschool.net

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Alexander’s Martial Arts

51 Nance Rd. - Madison (across from Rainbow Elementary)

Summer Classes

Tumbling Pre-School Mommy & Me All-Stars School Squads Try Out Camps Summer Camps Choreography Music Birthday Parties

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CONSIGNMENT STORE FOR LADIES, JUNIORS, CHILDREN & MEN

WE HAVE MOVED: 400 5th St SW Cullman, AL 256-734-2829

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Why? Our handcrafted burgers are smashed, seared and seasoned to order, using our fresh, premium beef.

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Directory Listings 4D Mommies Find out your baby's gender around 15 weeks, and capture baby's smiles and yawns with 3D/ 4D ultrasound. Located at Huntsville at: Sweet Roots Photography 407 Franklin St SE Huntsville, AL 35801 (205) 326BABY text: (205) 265-9584 www.4DMommies.com 4DMommies@gmail.com See our add on page 4

A Nurturing Moment – exists to provide information, education, support and encouragement to hopeful, See expectant and new moms. Located at:7540 Memorial Pkwy SW Huntsville, AL 35802 – 256-789-2590 our ad on page 11

All Things Theatrical, Inc. – All Things Theatrical is the premier Children’s Theatre in Madison. We offer classical and contemporary theatrical instruction, plays, and productions for the well-rounded thespian of all ages. Located at: 11156 County Line Road, Suite G Arbor Crossings, Madison Al 35756 256-683-8179 email: DiannDirector@gmail.com Website: www.AllThingsTheatricalinc.com See our ad on page 7

Better than Before – is an upscale consignment and resale shop with tow locations to serve our customers.

We carry clothing in sizes for women, misses, infant and children, junior and teens, men, and maternity.

Located at :124 4th St. SW Cullman, AL 35055 256-739-3550 See our ad on page 11

Deer Run Camp - DEEPER FAITH. GREATER ADVENTURES. Numerous recreation options; 100 wooded acres. Preteens (grades 3-5), Middle School (grades 6-8), High School (grades 9-12). Discounts and monthly payments located at 3845 Perkins Rd. Thompson Station, TN 37179 888-794-2918 See our ad on page 16 .

Fantasy Playhouse – Since 1961 Fantasy Playhouse has brought the magic of theater, and arts education to See the families of the Tennessee Valley Located at 3312 Long Ave. Huntsville, AL 256-539-6829 our ad on page 10

Frog & Fairy - Frog & Fairy Children's & Maternity Consignment, featuring gently loved children's and maternity wear. Fashions for the mom-to-be and the little folks too! Located at 12120 County Line Rd. Madison

AL 256-812-1256 See our ad on page 7

Huntsville Museum of Art - Academy programs are held in two classrooms on the Plaza Level in the Museum overlooking Big Spring International Park. Visit the Stender Family Interactive Education Galleries ART LAB and “A Walk Through Time”! Located at 300 Church Street South Huntsville, AL 256-535-4350 See our ad on page 8

La Petite Academy - We offer a range of educational and care programs for children of all ages — from infants to school-age children who come to the Academy before and after school. Few organizations offer the same perspective and insight that we’ve achieved. Only through years of commitment has La Petite Academy become recognized for its innovation, leadership and reputation for excellence in early education. Locations at 5045 Technology Dr. Huntsville, 256 726-5437, 103 West Dublin Dr. Madison 256 461-8916, 2122 Westmead St. SW Decatur 256 350-5720 See our ad on page 2

Madison Premier School - We provide high quality early childhood educational opportunities in a secure, loving environment. Call or stop by to see what we have to offer your young family. Located at1827 Slaughter

Rd Madison AL 256-864-8450 See our ad on page 6

Soccer Shots - Soccer Shots is your youth premier soccer program serving children ages 2-8. Soccer Shots teaches your children FUNdamentals of soccer at local preschools and parks. Located at 23962 May Lane

Athens, AL 256 230-5246 See our ad on page 7

Spoiled Rockin’ Kidz - We are North Alabama’s first and ONLY salon and spa designed for kids. Although we service the entire family, children are our speciality. Located at: 5000 Whitesburg Drive, Suite 140 Huntsville,

AL 35802 256-489-6300 email us at info@spoiledrockinkidz.com website http://www.spoiledrockinkidz.com

Stevi B’s - Pizza Buffet, Pizza Tours, Birthday Parties (Game Room), Catering, Fundraising and so much more. Visit us today! Located at 5510 Promenade Point Pkwy NW Suite 140 Madison Al in front of Walmart Shopping Center 256-325-9009, See our ad on page 6

Tiger Rock – Tiger Rock has taken the martial arts experience to a new level. Our programs focus on the components that increase fitness, artistic precision, and self-empowerment. Located at: 930 A1 Old Monrovia

Road Huntsville, AL 35806 256-830-5454 – gofftkdstaff@att.net See our ad on page 9

VALLEY VIEW RANCH EQUESTRIAN CAMP - Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! A'top Lookout Mountain, for 50 girls, 8-17; one to nine weeks, 600 acres, English, Western, Barrels, Vaulting, and Trails.

CHA instructors teach beginner to advanced riders. Spend 4-6 hours daily with your OWN camp horse. The Jones family are third generation horse lovers, camp administrators, and equine educators making girls dreams come true! Located at 606 Valley View Ranch Rd, Cloudland, GA 30731 706 862-2231

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Party rooms • Large Open Trampoline Arena Small Kids Only Arena (7 & under) Trampoline Dodgeball Stadium Slack Line • Dunk Basketball Hoops Olympic size Foam Pits, 50,000+ foam cubes Ninja Aerial Obstacle Course

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Q LIKE the Shakalaka Facebook page and comment “North Alabama Kids Directory sent me”.

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We will draw for the winner on April 15th and the winner will be announced on Friday April 18th. $250 value.

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