Kid Connect - July/August 2013 by Shawn Cox

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July/August 2013

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Summer Camps Galore o Lake Chelan Rodeo o Movies at the Mall o Concerts in the Park o Wag N Tails Dog Day o NCW District Fair o Crab Feed o Flea Market o Library Events o Kids Art in the Park July/August 2013

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’s t ha e? W sid In

5 Nikki’s Note 6 Who’s On the Cover 6 Contributors 7 Road Trip: Hit the Road in a New Kind of Way 18 Traditions 20 Meet the Family: The Phinneys 26 Love. Talk.Play. 32 Calendar of Events Special Features 33 Storytimes 42 Reading Corner 10 Bike Are the New SUV 44 On a Dental Note 11 Bike Safety for Kids 50 Take 5 Devotional: 12 101 Ways to Get Outside & Play Rest 15 3 tips for Having the Summer of Your (winter) Dreams 22 Mommy is a Person 28 Summer Camps Galore! 38 Feeling A Little Green this Pregnancy?

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Nikki’s Note Summer is in full swing now! The kids are out of school and the calendars are jam-packed. Perhaps you are already looking forward to school starting up again, and perhaps you are looking for ways to keep your kiddos busy this summer and out of your hair….. well you have come to the right place! Not only is YOUR summer calendar jam-packed, but so is ours! You won’t run out of fun things to do this summer with access to all the “happenings” in the Valley! From things to do outside, inside, on vacation, with groups, or by themselves, this issue has it all! And you may want to sit down before you start reading the summer camps section. There are SO many choices! So put up your feet, dig in and start filling in those rare blank days on your calendar! I wish you luck on deciding which one to choose! I also just really want to encourage you to read the “Mommy is a Person” article on page 22. It is truly a must read if you are a mommy (or a daddy!, as my husband even enjoyed it). If no one has told you today, YOU are a great parent! Even in the summer when our patience can be shorter and our tempers and be greater. For many, summer can be a challenge, having all your kids at home ALL day. It really make you so much more grateful for those school days and you are reminded how much easier it is when they aren’t home 24/7. Definitely smaller messes....! Take time to breather and remember, Fall will be here before you know it!

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Our Contributors

Danelle Aurilio recently graduated from Bastyr University with a Master’s of Science in Midwifery. She is excited to be joining Wenatchee Midwife Service and Childbirth Center this summer as a Licensed Midwife. Danelle is passionate about fostering healthy families by partnering with women to achieve healthy pregnancies.

Josie Peterson was born in Leavenworth

and has spent most of her life in the Wenatchee Valley. She graduated from Evergreen State College with a degree in Psychology and Human Services. She currently works for Catholic Family & Child Service in the Child Care Aware Program and is the regional coordinator for the “Love.Talk.Play.” campaign. The joys of her life are her niece and nephew, Kayden and Emmalyn and spending time in the mountains with here two dogs.

Patrick Walker is a father, a nonmotorized planner, and is a passionate advocate for making where we live a better place. He lives in Leavenworth and works in Wenatchee.

Sarah Fitzgerald works as the recreation coordinator for the City of Wenatchee Parks & Recreation Department. She has been planning programs for the valley in this capacity since 2005. Her specialties are youth & family events, outdoor programs, and activities for individuals with special needs. What she is most passionate about is developing and maintaining programs that facilitate and encourage families to have fun together! She is also the mother of two beautiful daughters; Sunny, 3 and Coral, 11 months.

Kelly Mahalak is the Social Media Coordinator for Hope Mommies. She lives in Michigan and has three children, including her son, Noah, who was born sleeping in 2010. Kelly is married to her best friend, Dan, and homeschools their children. She loves coffee, pumpkin scones, and Downton Abbey. You can find Kelly tweeting @KellyMahalak and writing at her blog, Not Alone, at KellyMahalak.

**Other Contributors not pictured this issue include Dr. Britt, of Dr. Cara’a Children’s Dentistry and Tamra of Tamra LaRae Photography. We love our contributors!

Who’s On The Cover?

The Phinney Family! Ed and Maureen Phinney have lived in Wenatchee for 15 years and two amazing kids. Loren will be a senior in high school and Megan will be an eight grader. You can read more about them on page 22-23 in the Meet the Family section.

Cover Photo Taken By: Tamra LaRae Photography Please see ad on page 28

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Hit the Road in a New Kind of Way

Road Trip <<<

The nature of childhood has changed. There’s not much nature in it. The American childhood has moved indoors during the last two decades, taking a mental and physical toll on today’s kids. This summer, hit the road in a new kind of way and explore hiking, biking and walking trails. The great thing about living in the Wenatchee Valley is that there are so many options and places to go explore outside! Take advantage of it this summer and Get Outside And Play! When I first moved to Wenatchee, I heard phrases like “The Loop”, “Trailheads”, “Walking Bridge”, “Saddlerock” and “The Foothills” buzzing around me. I had no idea what all this lingo meant. For me, “The Loop” was the pathway in our house that the kids ran, biked, skipped, hopped and crawled around. You know, the island in the kitchen… That’s not what “the loop” meant? So I am here to fill you in. Apparently, in Wenatchee, you have to be “in the know” to know things. So consider yourself “in the know” now. I have compiled just a few maps for you to take a look at, though the possibilities are endless! And I will also “hook you up” with some great resources to study up on so you can know just as much, or maybe even more than your Wenatchee homegrown friends. July/August 2013

>>> Road Trip

RunWenatchee.com is a great resource for trails in the Valley. They also have a link to an online guidebook of trails through www.justgetout.net that provides hundred of trails for walking, hiking, running, and biking and includes a map for each trail. Here are five favorite trails to start with, according to runwenatchee.com 1. Sage Hills

Starting point: Day Drive or Number One Canyon Road How to get to the starting point: To park at Day Drive, take Fifth Street west and then a right on Surry Road. Then take a left on Lester Road, a right on Day Road, and then a left on Day Drive, where you soon find a trailhead lot for four cars. To reach the Number One Canyon Road parking spot, head west on Fifth Street until it turns into Number One Canyon Road. Where the road intersects with Sage Hills Road you will note a parking area for trail users. After parking, follow Sage Hills Road on foot, take a right when a Y appears, and continue until it ends in a cul-de-sac. The trail starts on the right side of the cul-de-sac. Distance of run: 7 miles (round-trip) Elevation gain: 900 feet What to watch for: Springtime brings forth a flurry of color as flowering plants such as balsam root and lupine, combined with typically blue skies, create an intoxicating palette for the trail user. What to watch out for: Rattlesnakes and the heat during late spring and summer. Notes: Sage Hill closes each year from Dec. 1 to April 1 to help protect wildlife in the area. The Chelan-Douglas Land Trust also asks users to respect private property rights and to observe rules set out at the two parking spots. Dogs should be leashed. Also, please stay off decommissioned spurs.

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2. Saddle Rock

Starting point: Either the Wenatchee Racquet and Athletic Club parking lot or the Dry Gulch parking lot How to get to the starting point: The Wenatchee Racquet and Athletic Club is at 1913 Skyline Drive, which can be reached by taking Western Avenue south until it turns into Number Two Canyon Road. Then take a left onto Skyline Drive. The club is one block from there. To reach Dry Gulch, take Miller Street south until it deadends. Then take a right onto Circle Street and follow until it deadends. Distance of run: 3 miles (to the top and back); 6 miles (to the bottom of the other side and back) Elevation gain: 920 feet. Difficulty (Scale of 1-5 with 5 being most difficult): 3.5 What to watch for: As you climb steeply, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll encounter amazing views of the Wenatchee metropolitan area as well as surrounding features, including the Columbia River. During the spring, the hillsides are full of wildflowers. What to watch out for: The occasional snake. Notes: The Chelan-Douglas Land Trust, caretakers of these trails, asks users to stay off when the surfaces are muddy because that lead to erosion. If you bring your dog, it must be leashed.

3. Horan Natural Area

Starting point: Walla Walla Point Park How to get to the starting point: The park is located off of Walla Walla Avenue in Wenatchee. Distance of run: 2.5 miles (round-trip) Elevation gain: None Difficulty (Scale of 1-5 with 5 being most difficult): 1 What to watch for: The area, located at the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers is teaming with water fowl, song birds, deer and small mammals year-round. There also is a nice stand of cottonwood trees located at the far north of the preserve. What to watch out for: You may spot the occasional skunk. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be too startled! And definitely run faster! Notes: To make your run longer, add some mileage on the Apple Capital Recreation Loop Trail, which leads to the Horan Natural Area and then skirts it to the west.

4. Colchuck Lake

Starting point: Colchuck-Stuart lakes trailhead How to get to the starting point: From Highway 2 in Leavenworth, take Icicle Road and go about nine miles. Then take a left onto Forest Service Road 7601, also known as the Eightmile Road, and travel four miles to the Colchuck-Stuart lakes trailhead. Distance of run: 8.2 miles Elevation gain: 2,200 feet Difficulty (Scale of 1-5 with 5 being most difficult): 3.5 What to watch for: Mountaineer Creek comes crashing down alongside the trail for about half the way up to Colchuck Lake. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also encounter meadows. At the lake, the bluegreen waters will mesmerize as will the views of Dragontail Peak. What to watch out for: The typical roots and rocks that mark forest trails. Notes: A Northwest Trail Pass is needed to park at the trailhead. If you are planning to stay overnight, a permit is needed from the U.S. Forest Service. No dogs allowed at Colchuck.

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5. Icicle Gorge Trail

Starting point: Icicle Road near Chatter Creek Campground How to get to the starting point: From Highway 2 in Leavenworth, take Icicle Road and follow it for 17 miles. Distance of run: 4 miles (loop) Elevation gain: 200 feet Difficulty: 1.5 What to watch for: Icicle Creek is your companion for most of the run. So, too, are a myriad of wildflowers, including Indian paintbrush, tiger lily and lupine. This trail was constructed decades ago so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll encounter old bridges and rock walls along the way, too. Most of all, it is relatively flat and heavily shaded, which means it makes an ideal summer jaunt as well. Notes: A Northwest Trail Pass is required to park near the trailhead.

Extra Resources: www.RunWenatchee.com www.WenatcheeOutdoors.org www.JustGetOut.net www.alltrails.com/us/washington/ wenatchee www.cdlandtrust.org www.wenatcheevalley.org/directory/ in-town-hikes

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Bikes are the New SUV

>>> Road Trip Whether it’s for shopping, commuting or just getting from point A to point B, more and more Wenatchee Valley residents are choosing to ride a bike. But if you are one of those people who haven’t ridden since you were a kid, and you are interested in giving this a try then here are some very simple tips so you can get that dusty bike out of the garage and give it a go. Make sure your tires are full and your seat is adjusted correctly--At some point you want to get your bike a full tune from a local shop. But if you do nothing else to your bike before you take it out for the first time, do these two things. Fatter tires like those found on mountain bikes require less air, where skinny tires like those found on road bikes need more, you should find the recommended level on the side of the tire. Ensuring your tires are full will make the bike roll easier, turn and stop better and reduce your effort. Also check the height of your seat. Too low or too high and you will be uncomfortable or create strain on your knees. Correctly fit your seat by sitting on your bike with one leg in the low stroke position. Put your heel on the pedal and you should have a slight bend at your knee (about 20-30 degrees). Get to know your neighborhood--If you are like most folks you drive your car most places. In order to start using your bike you need to get to know the roads in a different way. When you first venture out to ride explore your neighborhood and the streets surrounding it. Often bicycle riders find their way through town avoiding busy streets by slipping through neighborhood areas where traffic is light and generally slow. Also it’s a good idea to look at a map and see how you might make these connections to downtown, shopping areas or your work. Choose your bike for short trips-- If you are just heading over to a friends place, down to the store to get a gallon of milk, or meeting someone for lunch, choose your bike to get there. Most trips in urban and suburban areas are less than two miles long. Two miles is nothing on a bike and it will take generally no m ore than 10 minutes to ride this distance. A small backpack or rack on your bike is all you need to carry a bag of groceries, and if you are going to a bike friendly place the best parking spot will be for bikes, right in front of the door!

Follow the Rules of the Road--More importantly than a helmet the best way to keep you safe is to follow the rules of the road, just like a car. It’s easy to signal your turns (stick your arm out left/right), follow the straightest path possible (don’t swerve in and out of parked cars), and ride the same direction as traffic. These simple things will make it easier and safer for you and the drivers you are sharing the road with. Just Do it--Get out there and give it a try. Helmets are an important safety feature, but don’t let not having one keep you from riding. Get one when you can. You don’t need a special bike or clothes, what you have will work just fine. Reward yourself later with some upgrades!

Feel like you need more info on where to ride or what to ride? Visit your local bike shop, or check out these websites to help you become a more proficient rider. Bicycle Alliance of Washington: www.bicyclealliance.org League of American Bicyclists: www.bikeleague.org Wenatchee Valley Transportation Council: www.wvtc.org/bicycle-advisory-board There are so many excuses to not do it, but all you need is one reason to do it. So here it is... IT’S FUN! And that’s way more than you can say about driving a car.

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Bike Safety for Kids

Road Trip <<<

Courtesy of SafeKids.org

Wear a Helmet

•“Use your head, wear a helmet.” This is the single most effective safety device available to reduce head injury and death from bicycle crashes.

Find the Right Helmet Fit

•Make sure your child has the right size helmet and wears it every time when riding, skating or scooting. Your children’s helmet should meet the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s standards. When it’s time to purchase a new helmet, let your children pick out their own; they’ll be more likely to wear them for every ride. •Make sure the helmet fits and your child knows how to put it on correctly. A helmet should sit on top of the head in a level position, and should not rock forward, backward or side to side. The helmet straps must always be buckled, but not too tightly. •EYES check: Position the helmet on your head. Look up and you should see the bottom rim of the helmet. The rim should be one to two fingerwidths above the eyebrows. •EARS check: Make sure the straps of the helmet form a “V” under your ears when buckled. The strap should be snug but comfortable. •MOUTH check: Open your mouth as wide as you can. Do you feel the helmet hug your head? If not, tighten those straps and make sure the buckle is flat against your skin. Use Appropriate Helmets for Different Activities •Children should always wear a helmet for all wheeled sports activities. •A properly-fitted bike helmet is just as effective when riding a scooter, roller skating or in-line skating. •When skateboarding and long boarding, make sure your child wears a skateboarding helmet.

Proper Equipment and Maintenance Are Important

•Ensure proper bike fit by bringing the child along when shopping for a bike. Select one that is the right size for the child, not they will grow into. •When children are sitting on the seat of the bicycle, their feet should be able to touch the ground. •Before the ride, ensure the reflectors are secure, brakes work properly, gears shift smoothly, and tires are tightly secured and properly inflated. •Long or loose clothing can get caught in bike chains or wheel spokes. Dress young kids appropriately to ensure a safe ride.

Keep an Eye Out

•Actively supervise children until you’re comfortable that they are responsible to ride on their own. •Every child is different, but developmentally, it can be hard for kids to judge speed and distance of cars until age 10, so limit riding to sidewalks (although be careful for vehicles in driveways), parks or bike paths until age 10. No matter where you ride, teach your child to stay alert and watch for cars and trucks. •Children should be able to demonstrate riding competence and knowledge of the rules of the road before cycling with traffic.

Model and Teach Good Behavior

•You’d be surprised how much kids learn from watching you, so it’s extra important for parents to model proper behavior. Wear a helmet, even if you didn’t when you were a kid. •Teach your kids to make eye contact with drivers. Bikers should make sure drivers are paying attention and are going to stop before they cross the street. •Tell your kids to ride on the right side of the road, with traffic, not against Helmets it. Stay as far to the right as possible. can reduce the Use appropriate hand signals and risk of head injury respect traffic signals, stopping at all stop signs and stoplights. by 88%, yet only 45% •Stop and look left, right and left again of children 14 and before entering a street or crossing under usually wear an intersection. Look back and yield to traffic coming from behind before one. turning left.

Be Bright, Use Lights

•When riding at dusk, dawn or in the evening, be bright and use lights – and make sure your bike has reflectors as well. It’s also smart to wear clothes and accessories that have retro-reflective materials to improve biker visibility to motorists. •Most states require a front light but allow the use of a rear reflector. Headlights aren’t so much for bicyclists to see where they are going but for others to see them. Riding without a headlight means drivers won’t see you, and surprising motorists is never a good idea

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Ways to

u O t sid t e G & Play!

On the Playground Play HORSE, wallball, Foursquare, wiffleball, try the monkey bars, play hopscotch, run through the sprinkler, teach them stickball, swing, run races, ride the seesaw, play catch, draw with sidewalk chalk.

FACT

Children today spend about 6 hours a day in front of TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or ccomputers and less than four minutes a day in unstructured outdoor play.

Water Wilderness Pool play, build a dam, skip stones, go swimming, play marco polo, go for a row, go tubing, play water baseball or basketball in the pool. Have a diving or jumping contest, play with remote control boats, go to a splash pad, have a water gun/balloon fight, make a water table. 12

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Backyard Afternoons

FACT

Lie in a hammock, make tin-can telephones, predict the weather by clouds, have a tea party on the porch, wash the car, play hide and seek, play freeze tag, put on a show or make a movie, bury a family time capsule, toss water balloons, have a water gun fight, lie in the grass, watch the sunset

There are 21 million acres of home lawns in the U.S. and yet frisbees and footballs still end up on the roof of the garage.

At the Beach Make a sand castle, collect and paint seashells, explore low tide, write in the sand, make mud pies, dig for crabs, find sea glass, go metal detecting, play paddleball, lay beach volleyball, fly a kite, catch up on summer reading ( just kidding!)

There may be more than one million worms in a typical acre of soil. We hope the kids wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t track them all into your house.

FACT

In Touch with Nature Make a sundial, dig in the dirt, feed the birds, climb a tree, have a shadow fight, feed the ducks, collect rocks and sort them any way the kids like, take a hike, go bird watching, visit a farm, garden together July/August 2013

In the Neighborhood Bowl outside, play red light green light, make a fort, play croquet, set up a lemonade stand, jump rope, juggle, blow bubbles, play volleyball with a balloon, fly a kite, ride a bike, have a paper airplane contest, play marbles, have a garage sale

FACT

Pulling weeds burns 177 calories in 20 minutes, about the same as playing football. Which would you rather do with the kids?

Fun in the Field Make bark rubbings, make a dandelion necklace, make and use a compass, pick berries, have a picnic, pick wild flowers and arrange them at home, find great walking sticks, play Frisbee, play fetch with the dog, make grass whistles, roll hoops down a hill, lick leaves then press them into books for art projects

Under the Stars Search for constellations and shooting stars, build a fire and heat up snacks, play flashlight tag, sleep outside or at least on the porch, host a sing a long, build an outdoor tepee from old sheets and poles or pvc pipe, catch fireflies in a jar, shoot hoops in the light of your car headlights, mini-golf, make up stories about the shapes you see in the stars. 14

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3 Tips for Having the Summer of Your (winter) Dreams

by Sarah Fitzgerald

t’s finally here…SUMMER! Our chance to get to all of those BBQ’s, days at the pool, and campouts we spent the winter dreaming about. How stereotypically wonderful and relaxing! But wait, my kids are fighting…

I don’t know about you, but when I envisioned my fun, full summer, there was also an element of calm and relaxation that is eluding me now. I forgot to include in my daydreaming how often my kids’ nap schedules would interfere with an activity, or the 20 minutes of packing all the accessories and supplies (where is that other shoe?!) that are needed for a simple outing to the playground. I didn’t take into account the everyday stress of balancing my work schedule with our family calendar, or how on occasion one of my daughters’ moods might keep us from having the experience I had imagined on a family trip that I’ve planned for months. As summer gets into full swing, I feel the pressure to “make the most of it”. I want to make sure that my daughters’ childhood memories are full of wonderful summer fun. And I need to have a perfect photograph of them at the height on enjoyment for each activity. Hold on a second, I need to take a few deep breaths… I know that what I need is some perspective. I need to remember that there is more to an afternoon of splashing in the kiddie pool in our backyard than good memories for our family. There is more to spending time together than can be captured in a snapshot taken at just the right moment, from just the right angle. There is now. There is having fun, and being with my kids, and splashing in cool water on a hot day, just for the simple joy of it right now. And I’m trying hard these days to appreciate these moments for what they are, to fully live in them with my girls & my husband, instead of trying to create some image that I may have in my mind. But what’s a parent to do? I can’t just sit back and wait for all of these moments to happen. I do want to go on at least 2 camping trips, so scheduling a weekend and reserving a site needs to happen. I want to visit the wading pools, so that must be penciled in somewhere as well. (Did you know it’s free to enjoy the Washington, Pennsylvania, or Methow Park wading pool in the afternoons, Mon-Fri, 1pm-5pm, June 24 – August 16? What a great program!) What do you want to experience this summer? A Friday night at the Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series? A hike up Saddlerock? Maybe you want to meet up with friends at the fantastic new playground at Pennsylvania Park, or go down to Walla Walla Point Park on July 4th to enjoy some kettle corn, listen to Josh Wilson perform, and watch the fireworks display.

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>>> Parks & Rec But what’s a parent to do? I can’t just sit back and wait for all of these moments to happen. I do want to go on at least 2 camping trips, so scheduling a weekend and reserving a site needs to happen. I want to visit the wading pools, so that must be penciled in somewhere as well. (Did you know it’s free to enjoy the Washington, Pennsylvania, or Methow Park wading pool in the afternoons, MonFri, 1pm-5pm, June 24 – August 16? What a great program!) What do you want to experience this summer? A Friday night at the Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series? A hike up Saddlerock? Maybe you want to meet up with friends at the fantastic new playground at Pennsylvania Park, or go down to Walla Walla Point Park on July 4th to enjoy some kettle corn, listen to Josh Wilson perform, and watch the fireworks display.

Prioritize – As I said in my article

last month, I believe that recreation is important in relationships, but I also have about two zillion other things in my life that are important. So if summer recreation is important to me, I have to prioritize which activities matter most to make time for them. Instead of being overwhelmed by all of the potential possibilities the summer holds, I need to really decide a few of the activities that I definitely want to experience with my girls in the next few months, and be purposeful in making those happen. One thing I definitely want to do this year is take our girls camping. When my husband and I sat down with our calendars, we saw that there were only about two weekends available for this activity, so it was important that we put our trip on the calendar to make happen, rather than get to the end of the summer and regret our poor planning.

Prioritize the summer experiences you want for your family and friends this year and work to make those a reality.

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Simplify – I’ve really learned this one the hard way. If we have a morning play group, an afternoon birthday party, and an evening BBQ all booked the same day, my children and I will not be enjoying each other by the end of it all. Before I had an infant and a toddler, I could rush from one event to the next and deal with any fatigue or stress as a mature, adult person that I am. (aka – pretend you aren’t overwhelmed!) My tiny children are not so great at hiding their feelings, and I’ve learned that too much rushing around wears them out. So then we have whining, or meltdowns, or whatever a kid’s choice of coping tends to be. Plus when I am putting pressure on our family to rush around on a tight schedule, I am just setting myself up for being angry at my little ones for “making me late”, when in fact it is my responsibility to plan a day that is manageable for all of us. Of course some demanding days are inevitable. But there are times that I have chosen to plan or commit to things that are not important enough to warrant the stress it places on our family. So even though it’s hard for me (I’m pretty sure I have diagnosable case of FOMO - fear of missing out), I sometimes have to decline an invitation to a social event, or postpone a picnic dinner by the river because it would just be too much for our family. Simplify the daily calendar, so that there is more breathing room around the events and activities that you have prioritized. This sets your family up for a better chance of enjoying those experiences.

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Relax – ok, this is a big one for me. And this can mean a lot of different things for different people, because we all have various things that we get hung up on that keep us from being able to really lean into an experience and enjoy it fully in the moment. For me, relaxing means letting go of some of my expectations of what an experience is going to be like. It’s letting go of that attempt to capture the perfect photo moment. Ok – confession time – I actually bribed my 3 year old daughter with candy to smile for a photo with her sister in their costumes at the Halloween Carnival* last year. Sometimes that idyllic photo is more important to me that my kids’ actual experience, and that’s something I continue to struggle with. I have written & saved a note on my phone, and I try to remember to read it every few days to help me relax about this type of thing. It reads, “The things I have planned today will not happen the way I envision them, and that is ok. I am not organizing a photo op; I’m raising a family.”

What is it in your life that you need to relax about this summer to more fully enjoy this season? What else besides prioritizing, simplifying, and relaxing would help you better enjoy the next few months of sunshine? Once you’ve prioritized the fun you want to have, simplified your calendar to accommodate those plans, and identified things you need to relax about, check out the Parks & Recreation Summer Activity Guide at www.wenatcheeWA.gov. Check to see if any of our concerts, day camps, wading pools, swimming lessons, or community events would help your family have the summer fun that you spent all winter dreaming about. *Did you know Parks & Rec hosts a free Halloween Carnival at the Convention Center each year? It’s free to attend, has tons of games and activities for kids 10 & under, plus candy, prizes, and even a candy trade-in booth for kids with allergies! It’s pretty great.

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>>> Traditions

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• Our kids spend a week and their cousin’s house and then we switch and the cousins come stay with us for a week. It is a fun tradition that my kids look forward to every year and it helps them stay close with their cousins, who live a few hours away. • We always have to take a day trip to a water park. Whether it’s Moses Lake or Chelan…. Usually we do both several times throughout the summer. And there are usually a few friends tagging along. • We do what’s called a “playground crawl”. We load up the trunk with ice water, graham crackers and a few other munchies and hit the road. We go to neighboring cities, towns, counties, etc. to find new playgrounds we’ve never been to before…. modern fancy ones, older retro ones, whatever we can find. It generally ends up being a day trip. We love knowing where the tallest slides are, most interesting swings, best shady picnic spot, etc. Just make sure to take notes on all your favorites—keeping them straight can be tricky is you don’t! • We go to Family Camp every year at Cascades Camp • A good ole Family Reunion is always in the summer schedule for us! • We love throwing neighborhood block parties! Nowadays most people don’t know who their neighbors are, but we like to know that if we are ever gone for a weekend, we have good people around us that will help keep an eye on our place. Neighborhood block parties are great for meeting everyone and getting your kids acquainted with new friends too! We have found some of our best friends through these simple gettogethers. Like any party, they can be as simple or as complicated as you’d like. • Hiking Saddlerock! We give our kids a list of things to find along the way so that they are distracted and not as whiny with the lengthy walk. They enjoy it and my husband and I get some actual adult conversation time and even a hint of romance while we walk together and they are busy hunting for their items.

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Traditions <<< Having a date night with your kids is a great tradition to have! It is so important to have one-on-one exclusive time with your kids where they know that they have your undivided attention. Here are some of our readers’ favorite date nights with their own kids to give you some ideas. • Mani/Pedi dates with my daughter! Getting pampered is always fun and doing it with your daughter makes it even more special. • Ice skating/roller skating date with just the two of you. • Do something they love! If they love video games, play them! If they love to cook/bake, find a cooking class you can take together or bake up some treats together and deliver than to friends— this will provide good chat time whle driving from house to house too!

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• Rent a limo to take you both to dinner, a movie, then frozen yogurt for desert • Have a sleepover—rent a hotel room for a night and stay up late watching movies. Order room service or go to brunch in the morning. A good way to have fun with the “homebody” child without kicking the rest of the family out of the house. • Go to a concert or a play with them. • Take a soccer ball to the park and kick the ball around with them. • Go out to dinner to a place of their choosing.

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>>> Meet The Family

Ed and Maureen Phinney have lived in Wenatchee for 15 years. Maureen grew up in Silver Springs, NV and Ed in Selah, WA. They just celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary in June and they have two amazing and bright children, Loren and Megan. Loren will be a senior this year at WHS and Megan will be an 8th grader at Foothills Middle School. Maureen is a stay at home mom and also the Financial Secretary for Columbia Grove Covenant Church. Ed is President and CEO of Esterline-Souriau PA&E, located in Olds Station in Wenatchee. Ed is also involved in the church and serves on the nominating committee. Maureen’s 87 year old father just moved in with them last year from Nevada. Maureen says she is “doubly blessed to be able to be around when he needs me” and their kids get to enjoy his company more than just once or twice a year.

Meet The Family <<< When I was little, I dreamed of being: Mom: a teacher, a veterinarian, a jet piolot (military), a wife and a mom Dad: An Astronaut Now that we have kids….: Mom: I’m happy to be a mom & a wife. Dad: I’m happy to be able to supprt my family My kid’s surprise me because they: Mom: are super smart and kind Dad: are witty and smart Our favorite family activity is: Mom: I would like to say biking, but that’s mostly Ed and my passion. Loren likes it more than megan does. She puts up with it but I think it’s probably partly because it’s harder for her since she’s still pretty small. The kids would probably say (alpine) skiing. Megan absolutely loves it. Ed and the kids are all excellent skiers. I do okay - I’m happy to not fall! For everyone though, probably watching TV in the evening together. Megan especially loves this “ritual”. Dad: Watching TV or Movies together. Some board games. Mom is the best at: Mom: Keeping the house running, and kid’s schedules. I also handle the finances… Dad: Taking care of the finances. Dad is the best at: Mom: He is my rock, he keeps me sane.... and he can fix almost anything. Sometimes even just by standing next to something that isn’t working, and suddenly it works. He must have some sort of vibe he gives off...maybe one of his spiritual gifts??? It’s kinda cool, but also a bit annoying at times! Dad: Fixing things.

What’s your secret for balancing it all? Mom: We (Ed & I) balance each other out pretty well as far as temperament. As far as everything else, the kids have their responsibilities to help out around the house, so I’m not the only one doing everything. We have also always had a 1 activity rule. They can do any activity they want to, we encourage it, but limit it to 1. That way no one (including us) gets burnt out, and the kids still get to have some down time, and just be kids. Dad: Always agree with my wife. Seriously, we never disagree in front of the kids and usually are of the same opinion or thought anyway.

If I was stranded on an island with one book & one meal, they would be: Mom: I guess I’d have to say the Bible, maybe then I’d read it more regularly! (Something I am working on!) And the meal….chocolate? That’s a meal, right? Haha I guess pretty much any meal I wouldn’t have to cook! Dad: The bible for me...I dont read it enough and a Carne Asada Burrito from Alberto’s in San Diego.

When the kids are all grown, we are going to: Mom: Wonder what to do!! Probably travel (abroad) a little more, but include them where it’s practical and if they’re even interested. Dad: Not sure...I don’t think I’m ready to face that yet.

Our go-to place to eat is: Mom: Wok-a-bout Grill Dad: El Agave

Something that might surprise you about me is: Mom: I don’t really like to shop. If clothes and other items could just magically appear, it would be wonderful! Dad: I enjoy playing video games What I love about our family is: Mom: We get along really well, and enjoy doing things together. Dad: We all like to do most everything together.

What’s left on your bucket list? Mom: Go to New Zealand. Dad: Go to New Zealand. Favorite family hang-out is: Mom: Our family room. Dad: Our family room.

Our favorite thing about living here: Mom: It’s big enough to have what we need, but small enough to feel more country-ish. Lots of outdoor activities, the weather is decent most of the time. Dad: It’s a relatively safe place to raise kids and the outdoor activities options are outstanding. My favorite thing about Dad is: Mom: He is an excellent role model of what a good husband and father should be. Someone for the kids to see what a good marriage should look like, and is my best friend. My favorite thing about Mom is: Dad: She is very solid in her faith. We are 99% of the time of the same opinion. She takes good care of the kids and I. She is my best friend.

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>>> Motherhood

t seems silly that I have to think of this occasionally, but, yes, in addition to all the hats we wear at this party called parenthood, Mommy is a person. Some moms are great at being people; they know how to balance their own needs with the needs of their families, they are happy and fulfilled, and they are respected by themselves and their loved ones. Over the past nine years, I have learned so much from the examples of mommy-people around me, and this article is what I wish I had read at the very start. Mothers have an amazing capacity to love and care for their families. We do not expect our lives to be unchanged once we get to have children; their laughter, smiles, darling antics, and the love that radiates from them (even as infants) are worth whatever it takes. The challenge comes when we start to feel like martyrs and forget that behind the snuggles, carpools, discipline, and endless procession of meals, we are still women.

Written by April Perry for PowerOfMoms.com Reprinted with permission

The first time I remember wondering where “April” had gone was during lunch one afternoon when I sat down with my three young children to eat a sandwich. Before I had even gotten past the crust, someone wanted a refill of milk, another needed a side of cheese, and a third wanted the sandwich opened, not folded. You’ve been there, right? I didn’t like the frustration I felt, so the next time we all sat down to eat, I did things a little differently. After serving everyone their food (and a napkin and drink and utensils), I asked, “Does everyone have everything they need? I’d like you to tell me right now because I am going to sit down and eat my food. I’m not getting up again until I’m done because Mommy is a person. Let’s say that all together. Mommy…is…a person. That’s right. I get to eat, too. Everyone is all set? Great!”

“Underneath the title of “Mommy” is a real live lady with her own name who is just as important as everyone else.”

It took a few days of training before my children stopped asking for things mid-meal, but it actually worked! Sometimes I have to stifle a giggle at the dinner table because I’m deliriously excited to actually eat a whole plate of food in one sitting. Now my son will say, “Mom, can I have another roll with jelly…when you’re done eating?” I want to kiss him on his head and say,

“Bless you, child!” What surprised me was how quickly everyone agreed to my personhood. My children want me to be happy—they’re really not trying to be overly-demanding. It’s just that they are children. I need to let them know what I need. This epiphany has helped me in many areas of my life, so I have included a few ideas below that will hopefully be helpful to other moms out there.

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Deep down, we need to think of ourselves as people. I once read a book called The Sacrificial Mother, which describes many mothers who sacrifice pretty much all of themselves for the sake of their children. For example, they dress their children in designer clothes and provide them with lessons of all kinds, yet they dress themselves in old sweats and never take time to do things they enjoy. Over time, this habit leads to depression and frustration, and often the sacrificial mothers simply want a way out.

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We know that if we really want to have the stamina, enthusiasm, and patience to raise great children, we need to take care of ourselves first. The common airplane/oxygen mask analogy applies here: you put the mask on yourself so you can then care for your little ones. Underneath the title of “Mommy” is a real live lady with her own name who is just as important as everyone else. There are certainly times when sacrifice is necessary and noble. We give up sleep for the sake of our newborns or sick children, we let the house get messier than we’d like it so our children can play and enjoy the excitement of childhood, we give our children the last grape popsicles (even though that’s our favorite flavor) because their eyes light up when they see the color purple. Each of us has benefited from the sacrifice of a mother, and we are dedicated to sacrificing for our own children, but throughout all this, we need to believe that we are of value as women…as people. All people get to do certain things There is definitely a balance between realizing this time is not just about us and recognizing that an empty well cannot give water. To further explore this topic, I have made a list of some basic things that people get to do. (1) People get to use the restroom. As a little girl, I would lay on the carpet in the hallway and watch my mother’s feet through the gap under the bathroom door. I would beg her to please come out soon. Did I have nothing else to do? I’m paying for it now—everyone wants to sit right next to me and talk, read books, or climb on my lap. It does get a little tricky, but as my children get older, I am starting to want a little more privacy—and that’s okay! (2) People get to take a shower and get ready for the day. My days of 45-minute showers are a distant memory, but as long as I move relatively quickly, the lunch-packing, permission-slip-signing, and squabble-solving can wait a few more minutes. While awaiting the birth of my first daughter, I told my husband, “I’m not going to be that kind of mom that is still in her pajamas at 9 am. I’m going to get dressed and ready every day.” I ate my words not more than a week after my daughter was born, and we took a photo to celebrate the day I became “that kind of mom.” The time and frequency of the “getting ready” is negotiable, but when we have the desire and ability to do so, we don’t need to feel guilty about it. (3) People get to exercise. This definitely can take some planning and creativity, but exercise relieves stress and has so many other benefits—isn’t it funny that when the day gets hectic, that is often the first thing to go? I haven’t always been the best at this, but generally, we’ve been able to make this work. Gym memberships and jogging strollers are great to have, but exercise can happen at home, too. I used to do a Pilates video a few times a week, and my children liked to throw their big bouncy balls at my feet while I did the “kick-kick front, kick-kick back.” It kept them entertained, and I got a little workout. Exercise is not always easy, but it’s worth the effort!

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>>> Motherhood (4) People get to read. We are constantly encouraged by society to read to our children, make plenty of books available to them, and sign up for the library’s Summer Reading Program, but outside of my book club or casual conversations with my girlfriends, no one seems to care if I pick up a book or not. Reading is one of the best ways for us to keep our minds sharp, enriched, and excited about life. It is okay to sit down sometimes and read while our children play or read near us. We can slip a book into our diaper bags or carry a great volume with us in case we have to wait somewhere. At the library, I used to avoid the adult section at all costs because my children would get bored and noisy. Now, I ask, “Do you want to get your books first, or do you want me to get my books first?” I look up the titles and call numbers on the Internet before I go, so I don’t have to peruse the aisles while saying, “SHHHHH!” over and over again, but now we all come home with great books, and I’m a happy camper…er, reader. (5) People get to think. Julia Roberts once told Oprah that when she became a mommy, her brains fell out. Oprah wasn’t sure what to make of that, but all the moms in the audience were nodding with understanding. It takes everything I’ve got to keep my brain synapses firing when I am in the midst of “mommying.” When I had three children under four years old, the noise was sometimes too much. My oldest child was very verbal, and I would sometimes have to say, “Alia, Mommy needs 15 minutes of quiet so she can think.” One time Alia responded very seriously, “If I stop talking, my body will die.” Somehow I convinced her otherwise, and she went along with my request, but think-time is like gold, and it’s all right to ask for it. 6) People get to have conversations with other people. We can’t spend all our family time talking on the phone with our friends or chatting online—our children need us. However, if we would like to have a reasonably-lengthed conversation with another adult, that is an acceptable request. If my children need me while I’m talking to someone else, they come hold my hand until there’s a break in the conversation (Okay, actually, they interrupt all the time, and I have to keep asking them to please hold my hand if they need something. Occasionally they remember, but not very often). (7) People get to snuggle with their spouses. I like to sit by my husband, and if we want to smooch in the kitchen while the kids are yelling “Gross!” that’s okay. (8) People get to take a break. In the general work-force, each employee gets a lunch break and a couple of short breaks during the day…enforced by the law. When I am home with my children, no one is knocking on my door saying, “Excuse me, but did Mrs. Perry get her nap in today? We’re here to make sure she has a twenty-minute break for every four hours she works.” That would be great, but we are the ones responsible for planning our own breaks. We can sit down and put our feet up every once in a while, take a night away when we’re in need of some rejuvenation…whatever we can creatively come up with. It is an investment in our families!

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(9) People get to dream. Just because we’re caught up in the pressing needs of our children doesn’t mean that we can’t think about our own goals and dreams. I know one mom who’s working on her “six-pack”, one who is training to be a photographer, another who wants to travel with her children all over the world… there is no right or wrong way to dream, but let’s not forget that dreaming is a wonderful activity! If we want our dreams to come true someday, those dreams have to exist in the first place. Your goal is to be better than “sane” One evening as my husband and I were trying to figure out our schedule, he said, “How can I best be of help to you this week?” I looked at my calendar and then replied, “Well, to be sane, I need…” and I proceeded to list a couple of things he could help me with so I could complete all the “have-to’s” for the week. What my husband said next was so sweet that I almost jumped into his arms. He said, “April, I don’t want you to just be ‘sane’, I want you to thrive.” That was a whole new perspective for me. After thinking about his question for three seconds, I replied, “WELL THEN…here’s what I need to thrive. I need 8 hours of sleep during each 24-hour period, four days of exercise, three hours at the library each month… alone, a date night once a week…and I went on for awhile more. Nothing was unreasonable, just formerly unmentioned. I recognize that not everyone has the support of a loving spouse. We each have our own challenges and we need to figure out how we can thrive in the circumstances we are in. What do you need in order to thrive?

“Your goal is to be better than sane”!

Why does all this matter?

Because YOU matter. Maybe no one has told you that today, but you are important—not just because you do a whole lot of work for everyone else, but because you are a person. There are times in our lives when we are out of balance—when we have a newborn, when our week is incredibly hectic, etc.—but as we treat ourselves as people, we will feel happy, valued, and more content with our families. We will be able to see more clearly what we have to offer the world, and we will teach our children that if they get the precious opportunity to become parents, they will still be people, too! Being a mommy is the greatest…I hope you can enjoy the process and treasure every moment because you are a person. QUESTION: What do you do to remind yourself of your “person-hood”? CHALLENGE: Choose (at least) one way you are going to be a “person” from now on, and enjoy!

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SUMMER IS HERE! And you know what that means…

great weather and lots of fun ways to LOVE, TALK, and PLAY!

Why LOVE, TALK, and PLAY? It’s so important because your child’s early experiences matter! Those experiences are what build security, curiosity, and later helps them make friends and do well in school. You are your child’s first and most important teacher. It is hard work! You may be unsure how to make the most of your role and give your children the best possible start in school and life. The “Love.Talk.Play” campaign gives you simple messages about the 3 MOST IMPORTANT THINGS that you can and need to be doing with your children every day: love, talk, and play. For more ideas on how to Love, Talk, Play, visit the campaign website (http://www.lovetalkplay.org).

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Gentle Touch ~ Hugs ~ Praise ~ Listening ~ Watching ~ Simple Routines ~ Comforting your child when they are upset ~ Feeding

Singing/Rhyming ~ Talking about everything ~ Telling Stories ~ Reading Books ~ Naming Objects ~ Talking about pictures ~ Chanting ~ Asking Questions

Fun ~ Trying New Things ~ Art Projects ~ Tossing a Ball ~ Board or card games ~ Pretending ~ Playing with Toys ~ Exploring outside

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This campaign is sponsored by Thrive By Five Washington, the state’s nonprofit public-private partnership for early learning, the state Department of Early Learning, and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. It is supported by many other statewide and local organizations. This article was written in collaboration by Josie Peterson, “Love.Talk.Play” coordinator for the North Central Early Learning Collaborative and Jennifer Crawford, from the Washington State University Extension of Chelan and Douglas Counties.

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Summer Camps <<<

Spark!

Do you have, or know, a young lady between the ages 11 and 14? I would strongly encourage you to consider signing them up for a Spark! Camp this summer! Jill Rose, director of Spark! Yoga & Creative Arts, is bringing her Seattle-based program to Wenatchee this summer is the form of two-week long camps. The girls will not only benefit from the daily yoga practices and art projects, but will be introduced to a little adventure as well. “Adventures” will include cooking at Pybus Market, biking the loop, stand-up paddle boarding, and creating body products with Twisted Tomboy. This is a very unique opportunity—especially to Wenatchee—that offers a FUN and EXCITING way to empower young women, build their self-esteem and be inspired by their community. “Connection to a community is SO powerful. Creating a community and being connected to it is SO important,” says Jill. And that is exactly what this program offers. As a mother of three kids, Jill was (and is) inspired by her own middle-school aged daughter, and started Spark! to inspire other young girls as well. Spark! is also looking to add their after-school program of arts & yoga to Wenatchee as well. So try it out and be inspired and empowered! And look forward to more Spark! Coming to Wenatchee soon! To register, or for more information, visit www.sparkforgirls.com, email Jill Rose at info@sparkforgirls.com, or call (206) 227-6342.

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This is just a partial list of summer camps offered during the summer in our valley. Please visit all websites for more details, or call the provided phone number. There are also more extensive descriptions and deatils on Kid Connect’s website, www.ncwkidconnect.com Also, “LIKE” us on Facebook to ensure you hear the latest updates as they happen!

General Camps Youth Day Camp- Wen. Parks & Rec Activities include: Field trips, arts & crafts, games, swimming and much more! You may sign up for one week or the whole summer! For children exiting Kindergarten through 5th grade. Located at the Head Start Building, 504 South Chelan Avenue. June 17-August 23 Mon - Fri 7:30am-5:30pm. Visit http:// www.wenatcheewa.gov/Index.aspx?page=125 for more information Summer Day Camps East Wenatchee Parks/Rec A summer filled with tons of games, activities, arts & crafts, swimming and much more! Every Wednesday we take an all-day trip to a fun destination in our area. Sessions Dates Theme Week 4 July 1-5 Adventure Week Week 5 July 8-12 Sports Week Week 6 July 15-19 Hollywood Week Week 7 July 22-26 Time Travel Week Week 8 July 29-Aug 2 Go Green Week Week 9 August 5-9 Around The World Week 10 Aug. 12-16 Wild About Animals Week 11 August 19-23 Celebrations Week 12 August 26-30 TBD Registration deadline is the Friday prior to each week. Ages: 6-11 years old Time: 8:00 AM -5:00 PM Location: EMPD Meeting Room. For more information, visit www.eastmontparks.com YMCA youth gym activities Children ages 6-15 Beginning June 10, 4 to 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 4 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays at the YMCA, 217 Orondo Ave. Climbing wall, sportwall, basketball and games under supervision of YMCA staff Free for YMCA members, $2 a day for nonmembers; financial assistance available Information: 662-2109; wenymca.org Summer ED-venture Club For kids entering grades 1-6 June 17-Aug. 23, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Cascade Elementary School 2330 N. Baker St. Participants will have field

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trips, arts and crafts, cooking projects, music, special guests, sports, group games, nature walks and science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities. $30 per day per student or $125 per week per student. There is a 10 percent discount for additional children from the same family. State payment will be accepted. includes T-shirt, lunches, morning and afternoon snacks, special projects and field trips. Swim lessons available through the YMCA, $45. Info: 888-1752 or 884-6238

Park Wading Pool Program There’s no need to register for the FREE program, just come join us for some wading pool fun! Cool off on your own or join recreation staff as they lead games, arts and crafts activities and more! For ages 6-14. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. June 24Aug16 Mon-Fri 1:00-5:00pm at Washington, Methow and Pennsylvania Park. **The splash pad at Rotary Park is also open from 11-8 every day during summer months!

Summer T-Wave Camp For kids entering grades 6-8 in fall Weeklong sessions throughout the summer. First session begins June 17; last session begins Aug. 12. Drop-off as early as 7:30 a.m.; pickup no later than 6 p.m. at the YMCA, 217 Orondo Ave. Participants plan their own week including service learning, team building, budgeting and a variety of recreation activities under the supervision of trained counselors. Cost: Regular weeklong camps cost $205 for community members, $185 for YMCA members; financial assistance available. There is an additional $35 fee for weeks beginning July 8 and Aug. 5 due to a special overnight activity. Info: 662-2109, wenymca.org

Springboard Diving Camp *Prerequisite: be able to swim 12:00Pm - 1:00pm Session 1: july 8 -12 Session 2: july 15 - 19 Session 3: july 22 - 26 Monday at S.P.O.R.T. Gymnastics Tuesday - friday at the wenatchee city pool This camp is taught by Taryn Harris, former Division 1 collegiate diver. She teaches beginner jumps & dives and for the more advanced divers, flips & twisters. COST: $85 www.sportgymnastics.com

YMCA Youth and Teen Center Ages 6-15 June 10-Aug. 30, 3 to 8p.m. Monday-Friday & 8:30-10:30 am on Saturday at Wenatchee Valley YMCA, 217 Orondo Ave. Free for YMCA members, $2 a day for nonmembers; financial assistance available. Daily supervised activities, including fitness arcade, game room, computer lab, science activities, and arts and crafts Information: 662-2109, wenymca.org

Water Swimming- Wenatchee Swimming lessons for all ages and skills. They take place at 220 South Fuller Street and are about $30. For more info, call (509) 8883288 or visit Wenatchee parks and rec online. YMCA The Y offers many swim lessons to fit your busy scehdule! Stop by the Y to pick up a schedule, or visit www.wenymca.org Swim Lessons at Manson Bay lessons for ages 6-adult including lifeguard lessons. Visit www.swimmansonbay.com

YMCA open swims Children 6-15 4 to 4:45 p.m. Monday through Friday (YMCA) beginning June 11; 1 to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday or 7 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday (Eastmont) beginning June 13 Where: Wenatchee Valley YMCA pool, 217 Orondo Ave.; Eastmont YMCA Aquatic Center, 980 3rd St. N.E., East Wenatchee Open recreational swim time under the supervision of certified lifeguards Free for YMCA members, $2 a day for nonmembers; financial assistance available Information: 662-2109, wenymca.org WRAC Summer Swim Team and lessons Ages 3 months to adult two-week sessions start June 17 and continue through Aug. 22 — 9:45 a.m., 10:15 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. Monday through Thursday; 5:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesdays; 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursdays (3 months to 3 years) Where: Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club outdoor pool, 1909 No. 2 Canyon Road Cost: Morning classes, $42 for members or $54 for nonmembers; evening classes, $21 for members or $27 for nonmembers Information: 662-3544, wrac.org

Gymnastics/Cheerleading/ Tumbling Wildcat Cheerleading July 8-12 Register by: June 28, $5 late fee after deadline Time: 9:00 - 10:30 AM Ages: 6-14 years old. Fee: $50 Register at Eastmont Parks & Recreation: 255 N. Georgia Ave. in East Wenatchee or visit www. eastmontparks.com Hip Hop, Gymnastics & Tumbling Camp July 15 - 19 from 12:00pm - 3:00pm At S.P.O.R.T. Gymnastics. Ages: 6 -14 yrs. Fun Hip Hop dances taught by Tracy Trotter and Gymnastics & Tumbling by S.P.O.R.T. Gymnastics. COST: $110 call or visit today to register. 509-667-1538 Cheer, Dance, Stunting & Tumbling Camp July 22 - 26 from 12:00pm - 3:00pm At S.P.O.R.T. Gymnastics Cost: $100 Grades 1 - 8/ Ages 6 - 12 yrs Learn fun cheers and stunts along with tumbling including back handsprings. All levels welcome. Call or visit today to register. 509-667-1538 S.P.O.R.T Gymnastics 8 week Summer Class Sessions June 17 - August 14 *No Class July 1 - 6 Classes for Ages 2-11 Call or visit today to register. 509-667-1538 Apple Valley Gymnastics Indoor Park, Mondays 9:30-11 $7 first child/$3 siblings Open Gyms, Mondays 11:30-1:30 and Wednesdays 1-3 pm $12 for first child/$8 for siblings Back Handspring Clinic Wednesdays 11:30-12:30 $15 for first child/$10 for siblings July 10, 24, Aug 7, 21 www.applyvalleygym.com for more summer classes and info.

Music/Theatre/Arts Icicle Creek Summer Camps Chamber Music Institute, July 7-27 Young Artist Theatre Camp, July 28- Aug 3 Young Pianists Festival, August 4-10 For more information, visit www.icicle.org Columbia River Music Conservatory Camps For registration, call 664-0412 or visit www. columbiarivermc.com for the following:

“Singers on Stage”, a camp for kids age 8yrs to 15yrs old. August 5th - Aug 9th It gives participants an opportunity to be a “lead role” in a musical number especially selected for them. Campers will learn all the “ins and outs” of performing on stage including, private vocal instruction, acting, movement, costuming, make up, etc… There will be a BIG PERFORMANCE on Friday for our young performers to SHINE! Presented by the Columbia River Music Conservatory at 1011 S. Miller St (located in the Church of the Nazarene) August 12th through August 16th, “School of Rock” Camp An opportunity to get your inner ROCKER on. Campers will be divided by age, skill and instrument to form four person bands. Bands will work all week on music to perform at Friday’s BIG ROCK CONCERT. There is limited space so please reserve your spot in the coolest camp this summer! Presented by the CRMC, Cost is $150 for the week. Summer Stage Camps at the PAC Week 2 (Grades 3-5) July 1-5, 9am-3pm (9am-12pm on July 4) | $180* Week 2 is intended for youth who may be considering future participation in school productions. Week 2 includes curriculum similar to Week 1, plus the opportunity to experience the technical aspects of theatre. \Week 3 (Grades 6-8) July 8-12 9am-4pm $250* Week 3 is intended for young teens who want a more intense theatre experience. Includes opportunities for youth who are serious about pursuing theatre and want to put their skills to the test while having fun! Summer Youth Drama Camps Ages 8 and up July 15-19 and Aug. 5-9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday and a 4 p.m. performance on Friday at The Merc Playhouse, 101 S. Glover St., Twisp. Campers will focus on performance, with training in acting, singing and dancing. They will also have a chance to work on set pieces and costumes. $200 per week, a $50 non-refundable deposit is required to hold a spot with the balance due before the first day of camp. Some partial scholarships available. Info: 997-7529, info@mercplayhouse.org or mercplayhouse.org The Earth Is Me: Art and Nature Camp Ages 8-10 August 5-9, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. at Barn Beach Reserve/Wenatchee River Institute, 347 Division St., Leavenworth Participants will engage in outdoor investigations to learn about the natural world around them and their role in it, explore various themes including river ecology, macro invertebrate hunts, live-animal observations,

tracking, fort building, geocaching and abstract self portraiture. Cost: $150 Info: 548-9362, or email dearly@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org

Cooking Introduction to Baking July 8-11 8:30am-12:30pm Kids entering grades 7-9 $169 Bread, pies, tarts, croissants and puff pastries. Cooking Skills: Session I July 15-19 9am-12pm Kids entering grades 6-8 $169. Kitchen safety, basic cooking techniques and menu planning. Prepare different dishes throughout the week and finish with a full meal presentation to share. Cooking Skills: Session II July 29-Aug. 2 9am-12pm Kids entering grades 6-8 $169. Spend another week with Chef Ann! This class is still for beginners, but will build on skills learned in the previous class for returning students Top Chef Ages 3-6 July 8-11 9am-12pm Join us on a culinary adventure! We will ﬁnd out where our food comes from, how it is sold, and how restaurants operate behind the scenes. In addition, campers will test their measuring and chemistry skills to whip up special treats. $100/week . Drop off and pick up will be at the Wenatchee Museum. Parents are welcome to attend camp with their child 509.699.8286 www.joyfulscholars.org

Vacation Bible School New Song Community Church July 29 – August 2. A week of fun lessons, awesome games, crazy crafts, silly skits and much more! 11 North Iowa in East Wenatchee. Call886-0310 for more info. Faith Lutheran Church August 12-16, 9:00am-12:00pm 171 Eastmont Ave. For more info: 884-7623, faithlutheranwen.com Wenatchee Free Methodist Church “Off the Bench” Sports Camp, July 14-18 6:30-8:00pm. 1st-5th graders info: wenfmc.org/upstreet or 662-1502 Saddlerock Presbyterian Church High Power Soccer Camp, July 28-August 1 5:30-8:00pm. K-8th grade. Soccer skills, drills, games, bible lessons, skits, and songs. Registration fee is $30. 1400 Miller St. info: 663-1187, saddlerockepc.org

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Educational Camps Summer Science Classes For children grades 3-4. Weekly classes June 19-Aug. 7, 9:30 to 11a.m. Wednesdays at Rocky Reach Dam Visitor Center. Programs include understanding energy, gravity, centrifugal and centripetal forces, anadromous fish, sources of power, Columbia River fish and magnetism. A summer science picnic is planned Aug. 7. Fun games, a science review, hot dogs and drinks. Cost: Free; please register in advance. Info: 663-7522, chelanpud.org Summer Spanish Camps Ages 4-11. July 29-Aug. 1 (grades K-4), 9 a.m. to noon; July 29-Aug. 1 (grades 4-7), 1 to 4 p.m.; Aug. 5-8 (kids in grades K-4), 9 to noon; Aug. 5-8 (kids in grades 4-7), 1 to 4 p.m. Where: 1911 Leavenworth Place, Wenatchee. Kids will learn Spanish naturally through games, songs, crafts, hands-on-science experiments, cooking and art activities. Cost: $125. More Info: Annette Mueller at 699-0520 or annette. muellers@gmail.com Summer Adventure Days Starting July 2; every Tuesday 10am-12pm. Free for parents and child (not drop off). Ages 0-5 (siblings welcome). Create, discover and explore with your child. At Greater Wenatchee Parent-Child Preschool, 1103 Fifth Street in Wenatchee More info at www. wenatcheepreschool.org Crafty Scientist Camp For ages 3-6, July 15-18. 9:00am-12:00pm We are combining two of our favorite things for this week-long adventure: science and art! We will make oobleck, a bottle eco-system, and much more. In addition, we will explore the arts through sculpture, painting, and charcoal, allowing our work to lead the way. Campers will bring home art and science projects daily. $100/week. Drop off and pick up will be at the Wenatchee Museum. Parents are welcome to attend camp with their child. More info: www. joyfulscholars.org or 509-699-8286. Hosted by Joyful Scholars Montessori Elementary. Reading Readiness 10:30-11:30am, July 22-25. An interactive, hands-on class for emerging readers ages 4-6 (advanced 3-year-olds may apply). Join in the fun as we sing, dance, and play with letters, all while learning the basics of reading with certiﬁed teachers! Adults are encouraged to stay with children. Class size is limited to 12. $50/week. Drop off and pick up will be at the Wenatchee Museum. Parents are welcome to attend camp with their child. More info: www. joyfulscholars.org or 509-699-8286. Hosted by Joyful Scholars Montessori Elementary.

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Dance Camps Next Step Dance Studio offers many camp options. For more information, email NextStepDance08@gmail.com

Sport Camps Elite Hoop Effects All Camps are at “The Warehouse”, 420 Highline in East Wenatchee. Register online at elitehoopeffects.com or call 509-387-1842. All prices include a T-shirt. Kids Basketball Camp July 8-10 for Girls & Boys entering K-3rd grades, 9am-1pm. Cost: $129 Point Guard Clinic July 15-17 for Girls and boys entering 4th12th grades, 9am-1pm. $129 Ball Handling Clinic July 29-31 for boys and girls 4th-12th grades. 9am-1pm. $129 Big Man Clinic (Posts) August 5-7 for boys and girls 4th-12th grades 9am-1pm. $129 East Wenatchee Basketball Camp August 12-16 for boys and girls 4th-8th grades 9am-1pm. $129 East Wenatchee Basketball Camp August 12-16 for boys and girls 9th-12th grades 9am-1pm. $129 Parent/Child Basketball Clinic August 19-21 for boys and girls K-6th graders and their parents 9am-1pm. $129 Shooting Clinic August 26-28 for boys and girls 4th-12th grades 9am-1pm Wenatchee Parks & Rec Sport Camps Please call (509) 888-3284 for more information/registration on the following: Tiny-Hawk Soccer Camp Designed for beginning players, this camp focuses on dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. By the end of the camp your child will have learned new life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship, made new friends and improved their sport skills! For ages 3-4. July 29-Aug 1 Mon-Thurs 8am-8:45am $49 Walla Walla Point Park Mini-Hawk Camp This program helps young children explore soccer, baseball, and basketball in a day camp setting. No pressure, just lots of fun, while these young athletes participate in all 3 sports through unique Skyhawks games. For ages 4-7. July 29-Aug 1 Mon-Thurs 9am-12pm $99 Walla Walla Point Park

Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp This multi-sport program was developed to give children ages 7-10 a positive first step into athletics. The essentials of baseball, flag football and soccer are taught in a safe, structured environment with lots of encouragement anda lot of fun. *No camp on july 4th *July 1-5 Mon-Fri* 9am-3pm $99 Skyhawks Soccer Camp The camp teaches young athletes the fundamental skills of soccer through fun games and exercises. Participants test their new expertise in skills and strategy through interactive group activities and scrimmages. Includes a leather soccer ball and t-shirt. Open to boys and girls ages 7-12. July 15-19 MonFri 9:00am-3:00pm $129 Skyhawks Frisbee Golf Camp This exciting new camp will teach your child the fundamentals of the exciting sport of Frisbee Golf. This fast growing sport is fun for all ages. Participants will learn proper techniques and the strategy of Frisbee golf. August 5-9 MonFri 9am-12pm $99 @ Rotary Park Skyhawks Golf Camp Skyhawks Golf focuses on building the confidence of young athletes through proper technique and refining the essential skills of the game. To assist in this training, Skyhawks has adopted the SNAG(Starting New At Golf) system. SNAG is specifically designed for the entry-level player. It simplifies instruction so that young players can make an easy and effective transition onto the golf course. Open to boys and girls ages 7-12. July 8-12 Mon-Fri 9am-12pm $99 Walla Walla Point Park Youth Tennis Lessons These lessons are designed for the novice player, ages 7 and older. Lessons focus on tennis fundamentals, including ground strokes, serve and volley-play. Students provide their own racket and one can of tennis balls. Lessons are at Walla Walla Point Park. Cost: $27/$29.50. Register on line. Beginner 9:00am & 10:00am, Intermediate - 11:00am Session I: July 8-12 Mon – Fri Session II: July 15-19 Mon – Fri Session III: July 22-26 Mon – Fri Future Pros Specialized Junior Tennis Camp Ages 10-14. June 29-Aug. 2, 2 to 5 p.m. daily at Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club outdoor tennis facility, 1909 No. 2 Canyon Road. Cost: $149-$165 depending on membership level. Info: 662-3544, wrac.org

Sport Camps (continued): Junior Varsity Match Play Nights Ages 15-18. June 25-Aug. 20, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club outdoor tennis facility, 1909 No. 2 Canyon Road. Cost: $56-$64 depending on membership level. Info: 662-3544, wrac.org Junior Tennis Instruction Classes Ages 4 and older. June 17-Aug. 22 — QuickStart Tennis (age 4), 11 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays; QuickStart Tennis (ages 5-10), 9 to 10 a.m.; QuickStart Tennis and Art Camp Combo (ages 5-10), 9 to 11 a.m. Monday through Friday; ages 8-10, 10 to 11 a.m. Monday through Friday; ages 11-14, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday; ages 1518, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club outdoor tennis facility, 1909 No. 2 Canyon Road. Cost: $7-$105 depending on age and membership level. Info: 662-3544, wrac.org East Wenatchee Parks/Rec Sport Camps www.eastmont-parks.com or visit in person at Eastmont Parks & Rec 255 N. Georgia Ave. for more info and/or to Register for the following: Eastmont Soccer Camp @ EMPD Soccer Field – June 24th -28th www.challengersports.com First Kicks 10:45-11:45 am Ages 3-4 $73 Mini Soccer 9:– 10:30 am Ages 4 - 6 $83 Half Day 9am - 12 PM Ages 6 - 16 $126 Half Day 1 - 4pm Ages 6 - 16 $126 Full Day 9-12pm 1- 4pm Ages 7 -16 $175 Each camp will contain Challenger’s own brand of innovative practices; small aided games; camp world cup; cultural education; character building 14th Annual Golf Instructional Camp Join the Three Lakes Golf Course head professional for Golf Camp.Learn how to swing a club, drive, chip and putt a ball, the basic rule knowledge and much more. Clubs are available, for free, at the Golf Course if participants do not have their own. Dates: July 9-11 Register by: June 28; $5 late fee after the registration deadline Ages: 8-18 years old Fee: $50, includes a t-shirt Location: Three Lakes Golf Course Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Wenatchee Fire Soccer Academy Ages 5-14. When: June 24-27, July 22-25 or Aug. 19-22 (ages 5-7), 9 to 11 a.m.; June 2427, July 22-25 or Aug. 19-22 (ages 8-10), Noon to 2 p.m.; July 8-11 (ages 8-14), 9 to 11a.m. at Wenatchee Valley Sportsplex, 2 Fifth St. Children will learn soccer skills. Cost: $75 (ages 5-7, 8-10) or $95 (ages 8-14), includes an academy shirt. Info: 888-5200

Wenatchee AppleSox youth instruction clinics Ages 6 and older. 9 a.m. to noon each camp session; June 21-22, pitching; July 1-3, hitting; and July 15-17, general at Wenatchee Valley College’s Paul Thomas Field. Improve baseball and softball skills including hitting, fielding, pitching and throwing techniques with Wenatchee AppleSox coaches and players Cost: In advance, $75 per three-day session or $50 per two-day session; late registration costs $85 per three-day session or $60 per two-day session at 8:30 a.m. on the first day of each session. Info: 665-6900 WRAC Junior Multi-Sport Camp Ages 10-14 July 15-19 or Aug. 5-9, 10 -3:30 p.m. at Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club outdoor tennis facility, 1909 No. 2 Canyon Road. Tennis, soccer and basketball instruction Cost: $135-$149 depending on membership level. Information: 662-3544, wrac.org WRAC Junior Yoga Stretch Ages 8-15 When: June 17-July 29, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Mondays at Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club, 1913 Skyline Drive. Participants will gain strength and flexibility in a series of yoga poses and stretches. Cost: free for members, $8 per class or $72 for 12 classes for nonmembers Information: 662-3544, wrac.org Spark! Yoga, Creative Arts and Dayventures for girls ages 11-14. July 15-18 and July 29-Aug 1at Gold’s Gym in Wenatchee (no need to be a member). We will be cooking over at Pybus Market, biking the loop, stand-up paddle boarding and creating body products with Twisted Tomboy. See page 27 for more info. Karate for Kids Who: Ages 6-12 year round, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays Where: Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club, 1913 Skyline Drive. Karate instruction Cost: Free for members, $8 per class or $72 for 12 classes for nonmembers Info: 662-3544, wrac.org Junior Racquetball Lessons Ages 8-13 June 20-July 21, 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. Thursdays at Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club, 1913 Skyline Drive. Learning the game of racquetball Cost: Free for members, $8 per lesson or $72 for 12 classes for nonmembers Info: 662-3544, wrac.org Triathlon Training Camp for Kids Ages 6-12 July 8-12 in Cashmere and July 22-26 at WRAC, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday - Friday Where: Location to be determined in Cashmere and at Wenatchee Racquet & Athletic Club, 1913 Skyline Drive, Wenatchee. Participants

will keep a journal, be given nutritional talks, learn bike maintenance basics, practice race transitions, swim, bike, run, learn Yoga, do crafts and participate in a triathlon. Cost: $180 for members, $199 for nonmembers Info 662-3544, wrac.org YMCA fitness training (UPLIFT) Youths entering grades 6-9 in fall July 11-12, July 15-16, Aug. 12-13 and Aug. 22-23, 3 to 7 p.m. at the YMCA, 217 Orondo Ave. A fitness training course with educational and practical components related to YMCA fitness programs and equipment under the supervision of YMCA staff. Cost: $45 for YMCA members; financial assistance available Info: 662-2109; wenymca.org

Overnight Camps Camp Erin August 16-18 at Tall Timbers Ranch, Leavenworth, WA. Camp Erin™ Wenatchee is a free, weekend bereavement camp for children and teens ages 6 through 17 who are grieving the death of someone close to them. Campers participate in fun, traditional camp activities combined with grief education and emotional support, led by Grief Place – NCW Loss Support Staff and trained volunteers. For more info: please call Grief Place at 509.662.6069 Camp Camrec Overnight Camps for Grades 1-12 in Leavenworth. Visit www.camrec.org for info. July 8-13: Grades 7-12, $180 July 16-20: Grades 4-6, $160 July 26-28: Grades 1-3, $70 Camp Zanika Lache Ages 6-17. June 29-Aug. 17; Six week-long sessions, a mini camp, extended two-week camps, leader-in-training camp and counselorin-training camp. At Camp Zanika Lache on Lake Wenatchee. Fishing, archery, canoeing, arts &crafts, low-ropes & high ropes course, teambuilding, bubbles, hiking, cookouts, kayaking, swimming, nature activities, tie-dyeing & campouts. Cost: $200 for minicamp, $349 for weeklong camp, $699 for two-week, extendedstay camp; $599 for leader-in-training or counselor-in-training camp. Info: 663-1609, zanika.net, or email Camp1@nwi.net Backpacking Camp Ages 13-18. Aug. 19-24. Location to be determined, Leavenworth. Participants will explore the natural wonders of the wilderness areas in the Cascade Mountain Range by trail and foot. Pu ton by: 4-H EARTH Adventures – WSU Chelan County Extension. $650 per

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Day By Day Calendar Your Guide to FUN in the Wenatchee Valley Note from Nikki: We are trying to make it easier for our Leavenworth friends! You will find that all events with a RED BOX around them take place in Leavenworth. Normally, all events that happen infrequently (once a month or less), or are NEW reoccuring events are highlighted in yellow. However, due to summertime being SO busy, our calendar is PACKED with new events, while most of the “regular” events have taken a break for the summer. We hope this makes your planning a little easier as you can go through and highlight, for yourself, the events you want to attend this summer. Enjoy! Aja Umland

FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 2013 Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm FREE Outdoor art show sponsored by local non-profit organization dedicated to providing scholarships for art education using a venue that supports amateur and professional artists. A Game Night & Silent Auction 1517 N. Miller, Wenatchee 6pm - 9pm This is a fundraising event for a new training floor at Wenatchee School of Karate. So come and spend an evening of fun and games the whole family can enjoy! Come experience Japanese Twister, hop stick challenge, Hoola Hoop contest, Kendama competition, board games, card games and much more! Admission: $5 per person Questions? Call 663-6389 for answers. Night Out, Lights Out Public Skate The Rink @ Town Toyota Center 6:45pm - 8:45pm

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Lance Weller, Wilderness Presentation At A Book for All Seasons 703 Highway 2, Leavenworth 7pm - 8pm A richly detailed narrative, both grim and deeply moving, Wilderness is an immensely impressive debut.

SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2013 Founder’s Day in Downtown Cashmere. The Grand Parade kicks off at 11:30 a.m. Ping pong ball events start at1:30 p.m., with the first drop expected at 2 p.m. The Studebaker 5K Fun Run, beginning at 8 a.m. with both a kids run and an all-ages run. RCCCW Summer Sizzler RCCCW Track. Remote Control Car Racing, for more info call 509-679-4713

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Open Rowing at Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am This is a great way to get the feel of rowing without the cost. Join experienced rowers from the Wenatchee Row and Paddle Club as they provide basic instruction on rowing terminology and technique both on land and the on the water. A $5.00 donation per person is appreciated, but not required. Call 888-3283 for more information.

Free Bowling for Kids ALL DAY!! Brian’s Pizza, Cashmere. Founders Day Special Photo Classes - Basic Editing II Icicle Studios, 11734 Hwy 2, Suite C, Leavenworth 9am - 11:30am www.iciclevalleyphotography.com Fee: $35 per session Info:509-548-0606 Intro to editing in Lightroom & photoshop. Bring your laptop and installed versions of these programs Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Leavenworth International Dance Festival Gazebo, Downtown Leavenworth 11am - 4:30pm Enjoy two days of International Dance in Leavenworth. This event showcases the talents of dance groups throughout the Pacific Northwest. Plan to attend this celebration. www. leavenworthinternationalfestival.com Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. Fee: $12; Children are free accompanied by and adult Wedgucation! Whether it’s the antique blue tractor or the “Wedgemobile” transporting you, enjoy the tour through the orchard, vineyard and beyond with winemaker Charlie. Includes a glass of wine. Vineyard Wine Hike 8977 North Road Peshastin 11am - 2pm Fee: $40 An unforgettable vineyard lunch and wine tasting experience. Sip, savor and discover the breathtaking beauty of our valley views and wines. Call (509) 548-7019 for more info. Lance Weller, Wilderness Presentation A Book for All Seasons, 703 Highway 2 Leavenworth 1pm - 3pm. A richly detailed narrative, both grim and deeply moving,An immensely impressive debut. Wenatchee Valley Super Oval Race Night! 5pm - 11pm. Vintage Racers NW Vintage Modifieds - 40 laps Early Stock CAN/AM Invitational - 40 laps Mini Super Stocks - 35 laps Dick’s Heating & Air Conditioning Thunder Cars - 35 laps. Jerry’s Auto Supply Super Tuners - 35 laps KKRV Youth Tuners - 25 laps

SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 2013 RCCCW Summer Sizzler at the RCCCW Track Remote Control Car Racing, 509-679-4713 Chelan XC Classic Chelan Falls Shelter, Chelan more info call 206-304-1993 Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Leavenworth International Dance Festival Gazebo, Downtown Leavenworth 11am - 4:30pm Enjoy two days of International Dance in Leavenworth. This event showcases the talents of dance groups throughout the Pacific Northwest. www.leavenworthinternationalfestival.com NCW Drum Coalition Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen 6pm - 8pm Locals and beyond are invited to come join in the Pybus Market Drum Circle. Open to all drummers or any other crazy instruments that go along. Come listen, play, dance or just hang out and meditate. The Pybus drum circle is where you go to let loose! All ages welcome and don’t be surprised if you’re given a drum and asked to join in.

MONDAY, JULY 1, 2013 Chelan XC Classic Chelan Falls Shelter, Chelan. call 206-304-1993

>>>Storytimes Cashmere Library 300 Woodring 782-3314 Story Time: Wednesdays 10:00am

East Wenatchee Library 271 9th Street NE 886-7404

Story Time: Wednesdays 10:30am Stories, Songs, Poems, Action Rhymes

Peshastin Library

8396 Main Street 548-7821 Story Time: Wednesdays 11:30am

Where’s Waldo in Leavenworth! Where’s Waldo? In Leavenworth, of course! During the entire month of July, those who can spot him hiding out in 25 local businesses will win prizes, including stickers, book coupons, and more! Get the passport at Book of All Seasons. Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643

Crafternoon!@ Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm Join us for fun crafts. All materials provided. Applesox Game Paul Thomas Field, 1300 5th St, Wenatchee 7:05pm. Tickets: Adults - $6, Under 12 yrs - $5 Visit www.applesox.com or call 665-6900

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TUESDAY, JULY 2, 2013

Summer Playground Passport Playdates 9:30-11;00am at Pioneer Park. See ad on page 35 for more details.

Chelan XC Classic Chelan Falls Shelter, Chelan. call 206-304-1993

La Leche League Breastfeeding Support 941 Washington St, Wenatchee 10am - 11am First Tuesday of every month- 10:00 am in the Nursery Annette Mueller 509.664.0186 Stacy Humphries 509.293.5609

Mobile Library Pybus Market, 7 N Worthern St. in Wenatchee 1 pm - 4pm. The Mobile Library is at the Pybus Market this summer! And today, they are bring the puppeteers along with them!

Preschool Sizzling Summer Adventure Days Greater Wenatchee Parent-Child Preschool, Wenatchee 10am - 12pm. Free. For Adult and Child (not drop off) Ages:0-5 (older siblings welcome) For more info visit www.wenatcheepreschool.org

L-Bow the Clown Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm, Summer Reading Program

Dig into the past with Wenatchee Valley Cultural Center at Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Summer Reading Program

Wenatchee Library

310 Douglas Street 662-5021 Story Time: Mon. Tues. & Wed. 10:30am Baby Rhyme Time: Fridays 10:00am in the Children’s room Pajama Story Time: Tuesdays 7:00pm Come in your PJ’s! All Ages

This summer, mark your calendars for these special library guests and come join the fun! Chelan PUD Tues. July 9, 2:00 NCRL Puppeteers Thurs. July 18, 2:00 Books on Stage Tues. July 30, 2:00 NCRL Puppeteers Thurs. Aug. 8, 2:00

Demolition Derby and Fireworks NCW Fairgrounds, Waterville 4pm - 10pm $16 - Adults, $14 Students 13-17 & Senior over 55, $8 - Children 6-12, FREE - 5 & under $2 off tickets when purchased at Les Schwab in East Wenatchee and Wenatchee or NAPA auto parts in Waterville. 4:00pm, Racing: 7:00pm, Fireworks at end of show. Call 745-8480 for more information.

Visit your library home to get signed up for the summer reading program! Keep your kids healthy by keeping them in books this summer!

Leavenworth Library 700 Highway 2, 548-7821 Story Time: Fridays 11:30am

Chelan Library 417 Bradley 682-5131

Story Time: Wednesdays 10:00am

Entiat Library

14138 Kinzel Street 748-1517 Story Time: Wednesdays 10:00am

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Farmer’s Markets Around the Valley Wenatchee Market

Wednesdays 8am-1pm and Saturdays 8am-1pm @ 7. N. Worthen St.

East Wenatchee

Eastside Farm to Market Tuesdays in the Mall 10am-2pm, June 11-Oct. 29

Chelan Evening Market

Thursdays 4pm-7pm May 30-Oct. 3 Emerson St. between Riverwalk Park and Riverwalk Inn

Leavenworth Community Market Thursdays 4pm-8pm Lions Club Park Plain Valley Market

Saturdays 10am-12pm 1836 Beaver Valley Rd. in Leavenworth

Red Devil 25k, 10k, 1.7m Trail Run Challenge Sandcreek Trailhead 4pm - 5pm Come join us for the third-annual Red Devil Challenge Trail Runs just south of Cashmere, Wash., We have added two new trail races for 2013: A 10K and a Mini-Devil (1.7 miles). We received great reviews from seasoned runners at last year’s event, which featured plenty of fun, including the sighting of a “red devil” along the trail! You don’t want to miss this one! WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 1312 Maple St, Wenatchee, WA 7pm - 10pm Basic lesson: 7-8 pm Social Dance from 8-10pm Two ways to pay: $5 cover (includes basic lesson) $35 Basic membership for the quarter WVC Students free with Student ID! Applesox Game 7:05pm, see July 2nd

THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2013 HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! Chelan XC Classic Chelan Falls Shelter, Chelan. call 206-304-1993 State Youth Baseball Tournament 4 Plex, East Wenatchee Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth. See June 28th Kinderfest Front St, Leavenworth 11am - 3pm This is a Free fun filled day for all kids! Face painting, popcorn, snowcones, cotton candy, balloons, games, live entertainment and so much more Fee: Free Information: 509-548-5807

First Friday: Where’s Waldo Chelan 5pm - 8pm. All ages are invited to stroll downtown, participate in themed activities, Enjoy free entertainment and Waldo spotting. Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series: Modern Kin Centennial Park, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm FREE The Sound of Music Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm Fee: $30, $25 and $14 Join us at the Ski Hill Amphitheater for this signature Leavenworth experience where the hills do come alive with The Sound of Music! Infants and children under 5 not admitted. Buy tickets at the box office: 565 U.S. 2, Leavenworth, (509) 548-2000

SATURDAY, JULY 6, 2013 Chelan XC Classic Chelan Falls Shelter, Chelan. call 206-304-1993

Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd

97 Flea Market Lone Pine Fruit & Espresso 9am - 7pm www.lonepinefruit.com/event. Hop around searching for rusty & crusty treasures. 30+ vendors: Handmade, vintage, antique & re-purposed. Amazing food: Kettle corn, hand squeezed lemonade, street tacos & tamales. Live Music: from noon to 3 on Saturday. Beer & Wine Garden features local Microbrews & Hard Ciders. Ample Parking, Family Friendly & best of all, FREE ! ‘where funk meets junk’

FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2013 Chelan XC Classic Chelan Falls Shelter, Chelan For more information call 206-304-1993 State Youth Baseball Tournament 4 Plex, East Wenatchee

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Bubbles & Heels 526 E Woodin Ave, Chelan, WA 5pm - 7pm $10 per glass.What could be better than sipping bubbly, chatting with new and old friends and wearing your favorite shoes (they don’t have to be heels)? Please join us for a glass of bubbly and shoe show.

State Youth Baseball Tournament 4 Plex, East Wenatchee

The Big Show 4th of July Fireworks in Manson 10:15pm - 11:15pm. Fireworks start at dark. Watch from Manson Bay Marina.

Bi-cultural Festival 347 Division Street, Leavenworth 3pm - 9pm Bilingual, educational, fun in Spanish and English: nature walks, food, music family activities. Includes the US Citizen Naturalization Ceremony and awardwinning Latino authors.

Independence Day Celebration Walla Walla Point Park 1pm - 10:30pm Visit the food and craft vendors starting at 1pm. Live music and entertainment starts at 4pm and goes until fireworks display at approx.10:15pm.

Concert in the Park: Josh Wilson Walla Walla Point Park, Wenatchee 9pm - 10pm Hosted by Positive Life Radio

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Artisan Market Event Pybus Market 3pm - 8pm, Accompanied with wine, music, and other vendors from our Farmers Market.

Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info.

Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th

Home Depot Kids Workshop 1405 Maiden Lane, Wenatchee, WA 9am - 12pm Despicable Me 2 Surprise Craft Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info.

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Open House @ Nutcracker Museum 735 Front St, Leavenworth 11am - 5pm Fee: Free Admission, Free Poster to Each Family Learn about the history of nutcrackers, crack Hazelnuts with a variety of tools, have your picture taken with Karl, & go on a nutcracker hunt & win a pin!

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The Sound of Music Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm See July 5th HDCA’s Rockin’ Fireworks Display Chelan 10pm - 11pm Starts at dark (approx.10pm). Shot from a barge, the display will be seen from downtown Chelan, Don Morse Park, Lakeside Park and throughout Chelan’s lower basin.

SUNDAY, JULY 7, 2013 State Youth Baseball Tournament 4 Plex, East Wenatchee Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth See June 28th Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm See June 29th for more info. NCW Drum Coalition At Pybus Markret 6pm - 8pm. See June 30th

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Run for Burundi - 5K Run Shelter 1, Walla Walla Point Park, 7pm - 10pm $65 per family $25 per individual visit www.burundi2013.tk for more info Icicle Creek International Chamber Music Festival: Opening Gala 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. Witness the musical wizardry of the festival artists in this kick-off concert of the Icicle Creek Chamber Music Festival and Institute. Artists will share their specially selected musical offerings, including a piece written especially for the opening Gala, along with personal remarks. Enjoy a glass of wine, stay late and mingle with the artists after the performance – help celebrate the magic of chamber music performed by friends and for friends.

MONDAY, JULY 8, 2013 Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 230 S Columbia St. 9:30am-11:00am Ages 5 and under $7 for first chid, $3 for siblings Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 230 S Columbia St. 11:30am-1:30pm Ages 5-15 $12 for first chid, $8 for siblings Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643

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TUESDAY, JULY 9, 2013 Preschool Sizzling Summer Adventure Days Greater Wenatchee Parent-Child Preschool, Wenatchee 10am - 12pm. Free. For Adult and Child (not drop off) Ages:0-5 (older siblings welcome) For more info visit www.wenatcheepreschool.org Attachment Parenting Group 941 Washington St, Wenatchee, WA 10am - 11am Parenting Support Every Tuesday at 10:00 am (except for the First Tuesday) in First United Methodist Church Nursery for more info: Kim Hildebrand 509.885.3751 Books on Stage at the Leavenworth Library 2pm - 3pm part of the Summer Reading Program

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Chelan Co. PUD presents “Incredible Forces that make our Incredible World”at Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm, part of the Summer Reading Program Crafternoon! Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm See July 2nd

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2013 Summer Playground Passport Playdates 9:30-11;00am at Pennsylvania Park. See ad on page 35 for more details. Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 230 S Columbia St. 1pm-3pm Ages 5-15 $12 for first chid, $8 for siblings Mobile Library Pybus Market, 7 N Worthen St. 1pm - 4pm Check out the library on wheels! Books on Stage at Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm Part of the Summer Reading Program

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WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 7pm - 10pm 1312 Maple St, Wenatchee. See July 3rd.

THURSDAY, JULY 11, 2013 Subaru Summer Concerts in the Gardens--Scott Cossu Trio (Windham HillRecording Artist) Ohme Gardens, Wenatchee 6:30am - 7:30am Fee: $12 adult, $6 youth, kids 5 & under FREE Come early to reserve your seat and tour the gardens. Blanket and lawn chairs optional. Bites and beverages available for purchase from Tastebuds. Call 509-662-5785 for more info. Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. We all scream for Ice Cream! Stories and ice Cream Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program

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NCRL Puppeteers Peshastin Library 4:30pm - 5:30pm Part of the Summer Reading Program

Susan Wiggs & Kevin O’Brien Presentation . 703 Hwy 2, Leavenworth 7pm-9pm. Fee: No Charge Join us for a rollicking, dynamic duo event with Susan Wiggs presenting her enchanting book The Apple Orchard, and Kevin O’Brien and his book Unspeakable.

FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2013 Susan Wiggs, “The Apple Orchard” & Kevin O’Brien, “Unspeakable” Presentation 7pm - 8pm 703 Hwy 2, Leavenworth. See July 11th Waterville Days Pioneer Park, Waterville. Friday night, 5:00 p.m. Spaghetti Feed, Movie in the Park at Dusk. Saturday: Live music and entertainment along with food and craft vendors in the shade of our heritage town park. Quilt Show and Antique/Classic Car Show. Games for kids and Horseshoes. Free Parking. MoreInformation: Keith Soderstrom | 509.745.9555 Lake Chelan Bach Fest in Chelan & Manson The Lake Chelan Bach Fest attracts musicians from all over the United States and Canada. We welcome talented musicians of all ages - and themany volunteers who contribute their time and energy to achieve anexciting, exhilarating week of outstanding music! Details at www.bachfest.org Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Night Out, Lights Out Public Skate The Rink @ Town Toyota Center 6:45pm - 8:45pm Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series: The Horde Centennial Park, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm FREE Icicle Creek International Chamber Music Festival: In the Shadow of Tchaikovsky: Treasures of Russian Chamber Music. 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. Both concerts this weekend feature works from Russian repertoire. The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth. See July 5th

SATURDAY, JULY 13, 2013 Waterville Days. Pioneer Park, Waterville. See July 12th Lake Chelan Bach Fest Chelan & Manson. See July 12th Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th Experience Rocky Reach Rocky Reach Visitor Center, 6151 Highway 97A 8:30am-8pm . Take a FREE inside look at the dam and all that Rocky Reach offers. Hard-hat tours, for those 12 and older, are the central focus of this day-long, free event. Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth See June 28th

Lowes Kids Workshop 1200 Walla Walla Ave 10am - 11am FREE Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. Kid’s Club 511 Valley Mall Parkway 12pm - 2pm For boys and girls12 years old & younger. Kids Club takes place the second Saturday of every month. Come enjoy fun activities for the whole family. All events are FREE! Roller Derby Skate-A-Thon & Bout Town Toyota Center 12pm - 3pm Join us for a fun-filled day and help us raise money for a permanent event and skating facility. The goal of Apple City Roller Derby is to build an event facility to hold practices, bouts, and events for the General public. Visit http://applecityrollerderby.com/ skateathon.php for more info. Susan Wiggs & Kevin O’Brien Presentation 703 Hwy 2, Leavenworth 1pm - 3pm. See July 11th Organic Garden Tour Sleeping Lady, Leavenworth 4pm - 6pm The organic garden at Sleeping Lady offers visitors a unique place to stroll and enjoy two acres of certified organic fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers. Join garden manager, Eron Drew for a tour and learn about environmentally friendly gardening techniques. Tour is free to thepublic Westcoast Street Stocks, Super Late Models, Thunder Cars, Super Tuners,Youth Tuners at WVSO Westcoast Street Stocks - 75 laps WVSO Super Late Models - 50 laps Dick’s Heating & Air Conditioning Thunder Cars - 35 laps Jerry’s Auto Supply Super Tuners-35 laps KKRV Youth Tuners-25 laps Ohme Gardens Wine & Food Gala 3327 Ohme Road, Wenatchee 5:30pm - 8:30pm Fee: $60 before June 30; $70 as of July 1 Savor tastes of wine from 13 Wenatchee Wine Country wineries, paired with food from 13 of the top chefs in North Central Washington, using locally farmed food. Live music. buy tickets at Ohme Gardens or online at www.wenatcheewines.com

Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. NCW Drum Coalition 6pm - 8pm Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen. See June 30th Applesox Game 6:05pm See July 2nd for more information.

MONDAY, JULY 15, 2013 Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 230 S Columbia St. 9:30am-11:00am Ages 5 and under $7 for first chid, $3 for siblings Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 11:30am-1:30pm. Ages 5-15 Lake Chelan Bach Fest Chelan & Manson. See July 12th Chelan Co. PUD presents “Incredible Forces that Make our IncredibleWorld” at Entiat Library 11am 12pm. Part of the Summer Reading Program Infant CPR for Family and Friends 1201 S Miller Street, Wenatchee, WA Education Classrooms 1 and 2 6:30pm - 8:30pm The American Heart Association CPR for Family and Friends Course is a non-credentialed entry level CPR course. This course includes infant CPR and choking management. For new parents and their families. Cost:$7 For more information contact Joan Slack 509-665-6140 jslack@cwhs.com Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643 Applesox Game 7:05pm See July 2nd for more info.

TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2013

Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd

Lake Chelan Bach Fest Chelan & Manson. See July 12th

Icicle Creek International Chamber Music Festival:In the Shadow of Tchaikovsky: Treasures of Russian Chamber Music, 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 8pm. Both concerts this weekend feature works from Russian repertoire.

Attachment Parenting Group 941 Washington St, 10am - 11am. See July 9th

The Sound of Music, 8pm Ski Hill Amphitheater, Leavenworth. See July 5th

Crafternoon! at Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm.

SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2013

Cave Painting Craft at Wenatchee Library 2pm 3pm. Part of the Summer Reading Program

Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd

Lake Chelan Bach Fest Chelan & Manson. See July 12th

July/August 2013

Feeling a Little Green this Pregnancy? by: Danelle Aurilio, Wenatchee Midwife Service

Nausea and vomiting are very common symptoms during pregnancy. Half to three quarters of all pregnant women in the United States have nausea and/or vomiting. The cause of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy is unknown, but has been linked with hormonal changes, low blood sugar, slowed digestion, emotional stress, and fatigue. Women pregnant with multiples often have increased symptoms that last longer. Although called “morning sickness,” the nausea is most often felt throughout the day. Women generally start feeling nausea when they are 5-6 weeks pregnant. Nausea peaks around 11 weeks, half of women have no nausea or vomiting at 14 weeks, and 90% of women feel no more nausea by 22 weeks gestation. If you are experiencing severe nausea or vomiting and cannot keep food or drink down for 24 hours, call your healthcare provider. You may be in danger of nutrient deficiency, dehydration, or electrolyte imbalance. However, if you are simply experiencing nausea or vomiting that is challenging but manageable, try the following tips to get it under control! **Continued on page 39

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2013 Lake Chelan Bach Fest Chelan & Manson See July 12th Summer Playground Passport Playdates 9:30-11;00am at Columbia Elementary School See ad on page 35 for more details. Kids Art in the Park - 2 Riverwalk Park Shelter, Chelan Call 509-682-4530 for more info Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 1pm-3pm Ages 5-15 See July 10 Mobile Library Pybus Market, 7 N Worthen St. 1pm - 4pm The NCW Mobile Library is coming to Pybus Market this summer! Check it out! NCRL Puppeteers at Cashmere Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program Dino Dig at Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm Part of the Summer Reading Program WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 1312 Maple St. 7pm - 10pm. See July 3rd. Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm Fee: $14, $25 & $30 Return to Ancient Egypt, where Joseph saves the day while Pharaoh doubles as The King of Rock ‘n Roll. Infants and children under 5 are not admitted. Buy tickets at the box office: 565 U.S. 2, Leavenworth, (509) 548-2000

THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2013 Lake Chelan Bach Fest Chelan & Manson. See July 12th Kids Art in the Park - 2 Riverwalk Park Shelter, Chelan Call 509-682-4530 for more info Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. NCRL Puppeteers at Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program Size DOESN’T Matter! 6:30pm - 8pm Wenatchee Valley Mall, East Wenatchee Style Boot Camp across from Bath & Body Works. $10 per session 884-6645

Childbirth Preparation Series at CWH Central Washington Hospital 1201 S. Miller Wenatchee, WA Rooms A and B 6pm - 9pm Everything you need to know about having a baby. This is a 12-hour course, often referred to as “Lamaze” class. It will prepare you and your birth partner(s) for the physical and emotional demands of labor. Classes will be held Thursday and Friday evenings from 6:00-9:00 PM,and on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Medical coupons accepted. Cost$85 Contact Joan Slack for more information. 509-665-6140jslack@cwhs.com Subaru Summer Concerts in the Gardens--Queens of Seven (Blues), 3327 Ohme Gardens Road, Wenatchee. 6:30pm - 8:30pm. See July 11th Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth See July 5th

FRIDAY, JULY 19, 2013 Artisan Market Event Pybus Market 3pm - 8pm This event will be held in the later afternoon to early evening and will be accompanied with wine, music, and other vendors from our Farmers Market. Baby Sitters/First Aid-CPR Class Apple Valley Gymnastics is going to be hosting the American Red Cross Baby Sitters’ Class, which also includes instruction in pediatric first aide and CPR!! The class will be 9 am to 5 pm on Friday, July 19th and 9 am to noon on Saturday, July 20th, and the cost is $119/person. This is open to anyone and everyone, ages 12 and up. Please call Bonnie (6632988) or email applevalleygym@gmail.com if you want to attend! Lake Chelan Bach Fest Chelan & Manson. See July 12th Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth See June 28th Summer Ale Fest featuring Kansas Town Toyota Center 2pm - 10pm Live Music, Food, Local Ale $15 General Admission, $20 at the door. 509-667-7847 Artisan Market Event Pybus Market 3pm - 8pm This event will be held in the later afternoon to early evening and will be accompanied with wine, music, and other vendors from our Farmers Market. Icicle Arts Gallery Recycled Arts Reception 347 Division St, Leavenworth 5pm - 7pm Fee: Free, donations accepted Opening reception for Icicle Arts famous Recycled Art gallery showing, featuring several regional artists and craftspeople. Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series: St. Paul de Vence at Centennial Park 7pm - 9pm. FREE

Icicle Creek International Chamber Music Festival: The Many Faces of Brahms 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm This weekend’s concerts celebrate the chamber music of everybody’s favorite, Johannes Brahms The Sound of Music Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth, 8pm, See July 5th

SATURDAY, JULY 20, 2013 Lake Chelan Bach Fest Chelan & Manson. See July 12th Chelan Man 10K and half marathon runs at Lakeside Park in Chelan. Includes a first timer triathlon, a sprint, Olympic, Half-Iron triathlons, 10K, Half marathon runs & even have a Splash-n-Dash! Family Pack Trip on Horseback 7500 Icicle Road, Leavenworth Fee: $650 each Pack trip on horseback for ages 8 to 18, parents & grandparents. Remote high mountains north of Leavenworth. Primitive wilderness camp. Overnight Trip. Call (509) 669-1518 for more info Nothin’ But Net Wenatchee Valley Mall. 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament. For more info contact 509-886-6108 Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. Ag Supply - Ace Hardware 80th Year Celebration Ace Hardware, Quincy 11:30am - 12:30pm Customer Appreciation w/ L-bow & other activities Gretchen Wilson Concert at Deep Water Amphitheater, 455 Wapato Lake Rd. in Manson 7pm. $43-$153. Tickets available at TicketMaster Car Washes for Cornerstone Community 219 14th St, Leavenworth 12pm - 3pm Cornerstone is raising money to buy a 12 passenger van for the residents to travel to work, appointments, and activities. Please support this effort by getting your car washed by the Cornerstone residents and supporters this summer! Icicle Creek International Chamber Music Festival: The Many Faces of Brahms 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm This weekend’s concerts celebrate the chamber music of everybody’s favorite, Johannes Brahms Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

SUNDAY JULY 21, 2013 Chelan Man 10K and half marathon runs Lakeside Park in Chelan. See July 20th Family Pack Trip on Horseback 7500 Icicle Road, Leavenworth. See July 20th Nothin’ But Net Wenatchee Valley Mall. 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament. For more info contact the East Wenatchee events office at 509-886-6108 Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth See June 28th Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. NCW Drum Coalition 6pm - 8pm Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen. See June 30th Wine Dinner featuring Martin Scott Winery 7375 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 6pm - 8pm Join us for a delicious, entertaining and educational evening to delight the senses! Savor a four course dinner prepared by Executive Chef Dusty Cope complemented by four great wines from Martin Scott Winery. Adults $70* Ask about our overnight package *Taxand gratuity included Call 509-5486344 or 800-574-2123 for reservations

MONDAY JULY 22, 2013 Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 230 S Columbia St. 9:30am-11:00am Ages 5 and under $7 for first chid, $3 for siblings Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 11:30am-1:30pm. Ages 5-15 Family Pack Trip on Horseback 7500 Icicle Road, Leavenworth. See July 20th NCRL Puppeteers at Entiat Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643

TUESDAY JULY 23, 2013 Attachment Parenting Group 10am - 11am 941 Washington St, See July 9th Snakes of Wood, Stories and Craft Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program Crafternoon! Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm. See July 2nd Preschool Sizzling Summer Adventure Days Greater Wenatchee Parent-Child Preschool, Wenatchee 10am - 12pm. Free. For Adult and Child (not drop off) Ages:0-5 (older siblings welcome) For more info visit www.wenatcheepreschool.org

**Continued from page 38 ~ Eat small meals every two hours to avoid low blood sugar. It’s amazing how much energy it takes to grow the organs for a whole (tiny) person! ~ Include some protein in your frequent snacks and before bed. (nuts, meat, yogurt, eggs, beans) ~ Eat a day cracker/toast or nuts before getting up in the morning. ~ Avoid strong odors. ~ Rest or nap whenever possible. ~ Eat less fatty foods; they are harder to digest. ~ Drink carbonated drinks or water, consider ginger ale but avoid high fructose corn syrup if possible. ~ Take or eat ginger (in a capsule, tea, crystallized, and fresh). ~ Try a squeeze of fresh lemon or a splash of apple cider vinegar in your water and sip away! ~ Acupressure wristbands or “Seabands” can be worn all the time and may be found at your local drugstore. ~ Take Vit B6 (Up to 100 mg/day). Talk to your health care provider about combining B6 and Unisom, an over the counter medication also used as a sleeping aid. ~ Herbal teas like peppermint, red raspberry leaf, chamomile,anise or fennel, or dried peach tree leaf may all help. You can add a bit of honey and sip slowly, hot or cold. ~ Deep breathing and light exercise in the fresh air can help clear hormone by-products. ~ Homeopathic remedies are safe and may be very effective. 30c potency is the most common but 6c and 12c are also ok.Arsenicum, Ipecac, Colchicum, Nux Vomica, Phosphorus, Pulsatilla, and Sepia can be used depending on the specific symptoms of the individual. Ask at your local natural foods store.

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Shakespear’s “Much Ado About Nothing” @ Ohme Gardens, 3327 Ohme Road, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm. Fee: $3 per person The Wells House Players present Shakespear’s “Muc hAdo About Nothing” at the beautiful Ohme Gardens. The Sound of Music Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm See July 5th

WEDNESDAY JULY 24, 2013 Mobile Library Pybus Market, 7 N Worthen St. 1pm - 4pm The NCW Mobile Library is coming to Pybus Market this summer! Check it out!

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Summer Playground Passport Playdates 11:30am-112;00pm at Rotary Splash Park. See ad on page 35 for more details. Books on Stage Cashmere Library 3pm - 4pm Summer Reading Program Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 1pm-3pm Ages 5-15 See July 10 Shakespear’s “Much Ado About Nothing” @ Ohme Gardens, 3327 Ohme Road, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm. Fee: $3 per person The Wells House Players present Shakespear’s “Muc hAdo About Nothing” at the beautiful Ohme Gardens. WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 1312 Maple St, 7pm - 10pm. See July 3rd. Applesox Game 7:05pm See July 2nd

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Hannah and Sophia Johnson

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

THURSDAY JULY 25, 2013 Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Short Shakespeareans Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Summer Reading Program Chelan Co. PUD presents “Incredible Forces that Make our Incredible World” at Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm. Part of the Summer Reading Program Books on Stage at Peshastin Library 3pm - 4pm Part of the Summer Reading Program Shakespear’s “Much Ado About Nothing” @ Ohme Gardens, 3327 Ohme Road, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm. Fee: $3 per person The Wells House Players present Shakespear’s “Much Ado About Nothing” at the beautiful Ohme Gardens. Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd

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The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth. See July 5th

FRIDAY JULY 26, 2013 Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Subaru Summer Concerts in the Gardens--OK 2 Botay (Steel Drum Band) 3327 Ohme Gardens Road, Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm. See July 11th Night Out, Lights Out Public Skate The Rink @ Town Toyota Center 6:45pm - 8:45pm Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series: JunkBelly Centennial Park, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm. FREE The Cowboy Humorist - Dave Stamey and Baxter Black 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 7pm - 9pm The Sleeping Lady Foundation presents Dave Stamey and Baxter Black for an evening of cowboy poetry and music. Baxter will showcase Cowboy poetry and stories – mostly agriculture-related and humorous, sometimes poignant and touching, sometimes patriotic. Tickets $25 General Admission $20 Senior $30 At the Door. 548-6347 Applesox Game 7:05pm See July 2nd Icicle Creek International Chamber Music Festival: The Best of Europe 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. Final weekend of Festival highlights. best of the European music tradition by juxtaposing diverse works for strings, piano and clarinet. The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth See July 5th

SATURDAY JULY 27, 2013 Ice Cream Social @ Peshastin Library Walter P. Chrysler Antique Car Show Rocky Reach Dam Visitor Center, Wenatchee Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. Organic Garden Tour 4pm - 6pm Sleeping Lady, Leavenworth See July 13th N.A. Big Rig Racing, Mini Super Stocks, Super Tuners, Youth Tuners, WVSO 5pm - 11pm North American Big Rig Racing Mini Super Stocks 35 laps Jerry’s Auto Supply Super Tuners - 35 laps KKRV Youth Tuners - 25 laps

Peter Frampton Concert Deep Water Amphitheater, 455 Wapato Lake Rd. in Manson 7pm - 11pm $43-$203, tickets available through ticketmaster

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Icicle Creek International Chamber Music Festival: The Best of Europe 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm The final weekend of the Festival highlights the best of the European musical tradition by juxtaposing diverse works for strings, piano and clarinet Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

SUNDAY JULY 28, 2013 Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. NCW Drum Coalition 6pm - 8pm Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen. See June 30th River Haus Concert Series with Vicci Martinez 9690 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 7pm - 9pm. Fee: $35 From NBC’s “The Voice!” Vicci Martinez is BACK!! Keyboardist Eric Roberts’ River Haus debut. $35 includes dessert! Two-night B&B stay includes the concert. Adults.

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MONDAY JULY 29, 2013 4 Lakes in 4 Days: Pack trip on Horseback 7500 Icicle Road, Leavenworth Fee: $800 Pack trip on horseback to the Mad Lake Country located North of Lake Wenatchee. This remote area has nice riding trails, big meadows & beautiful lakes. Call 669-1518 Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 9:30am-11:00am Ages 5 and under See July 8 Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 11:30am-1:30pm. Ages 5-15 See July 8 Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643 River Haus Concert Series with Vicci Martinez 9690 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 7pm - 9pm. See July 28th

TUESDAY JULY 30, 2013 4 Lakes in 4 Days: Pack trip on Horseback 7500 Icicle Road, Leavenworth. See July 29th

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The American Girl Mysteries

series by Bruce Lansky AGE RANGE: 5-10 / RATING: G THEMES: courage, doing what is right, servitude, kindness, wisdom, heroism, patience, compassion, perseverance, honesty

by various authors AGE RANGE: 7-13 RATING: G/PG THEMES: courage, family, kindness, sharing, helping others, etc. You may have heard of the American Girl series, but for some reason, no one has really heard of the American Girl mysteries. There is 1-3 mysteries for every one of the American Girls. Each book is smaller than a DVD case and contains less than 200 pages. Personally, my favorites are all of the Kit mysteries and all of the Molly mysteries. The reading level is a tad higher than the 6 regular American Girl series. book reviews are courtesy of www.thesavvysavingsisters.blogspot.com Visit them for even more kid book ideas/reviews!

Betty Bunny Loves Chocolate Cake by Michael Kaplan AGE RANGE: 3-9 / RATING: G THEMES: patience, trying new things

When Betty Bunny tries chocolate cake for the first time, she falls in love with it and declares she wants to marry it. Betty Bunny later gets in trouble, and her mother promises to save her a piece of chocolate cake for the next day. But...Betty Bunny can’t wait. So she decides to put the cake in her pocket and go to school. Similar to Olivia and Eloise, Betty Bunny is a short book sure to get both parents and kids laughing.

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This series of 7 books features courageous and witty girls from around the world. Each book is filled with fables, fairy tale twists, originals, adaptions, legends, fairytales, folktales, and true stories of girls and young women who used their kindness, wit, and courage to save their brother, family, or sometimes village. The reading level is about the same as the American Girl series, and if your girl loves AG, they will definitely love these books. The beginning of each story includes a small glossary and pronunciation of foreign words, which is very helpful. There is no boy-bashing, or anything parents would find inappropriate. Since each story is short, this series would make great bedtime stories! In these stories, you’ll meet; an Italian girl who saves her family by outsmarting a farmer who cheats both of her brothers (book 4); a blind girl who saves another girl from a fire (book 5); and Cinderella’s assistant who does good and helps others - without the fairy’s magic. (book 1).

Hike It & Like It Icicle Outfitter’s Entiat Packing Station Fee: $750 Hike the beautiful Chelan Mountains without the burden of packing your camp on your back. The trip is fully supported with pack animals. Reservations required with $100 deposit. Meet at 9 am. (509)784-1145

Footloose Festhalle, 1001 Front St, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm Fee: $14, 25 & $30 High octane dancing and unforgettable 80’s tunes fuel this fight for freedom, love and family. Find your voice. Kick up your heels. Everybody cut Footloose! Buy tickets at the box office: 565 U.S. 2, Leavenworth, (509) 548-2000

THURSDAY AUGUST 1, 2013

Attachment Parenting Group 941 Washington St, Wenatchee, WA 10am - 11am See July 9th Books on Stage at Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program Chelan Co. PUD presents “Incredible Forces that Make our Incredible World” at Cashmere Library 2pm - 3pm. Part of the Summer Reading Program Crafternoon! @ Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm Part of the Summer Reading Program

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4 Lakes in 4 Days: Pack trip on Horseback 7500 Icicle Road, Leavenworth. See July 29th Hike It & Like It @ Icicle Outfitter’s Entiat Packing Station. See July 30th Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Chelan Co. PUD presents “Incredible Forces that make our Incredible World” @ Peshastin Library 2pm - 3pm. Part of the Summer Reading Program Prairie Dogs and Tennis Balls @ Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm. Part of the Summer Reading Program Chelan Co. PUD presents “Incredible Forces that Make our Incredible World” @ Leavenworth Library 4pm - 5pm. part of the Summer Reading Program

Applesox Game 7:05pm See July 2nd

WEDNESDAY JULY 31, 2013 4 Lakes in 4 Days: Pack trip on Horseback 7500 Icicle Road, Leavenworth. See July 29th

Subaru Summer Concerts in the Gardens--Campbell Road (Music of Irelandand Scotland) 3327 Ohme Gardens Road, Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm. See July 11th

Hike It & Like It @ Icicle Outfitter’s Entiat Packing Station. See July 30th

Applesox Game 7:05pm See July 2nd

Author/Illustrator Erik Brooks @ Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm. Part of the Summer Reading Program

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 1312 Maple St. 7pm - 10pm. See July 3rd. Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 1pm-3pm Ages 5-15 See July 10 Applesox Game 7:05pm See July 2nd

Rocky Horror Show 9pm 123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee. Adult Subject Matter Cabaret Seating: $55 Premium Seats: $33 Standard Seating: $29 Students Seatng: $19 Buy tickets at the box office: 123 N Wenatchee Ave, by phone: 663-ARTS or online: www.pacwen.org

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On a Dental Note by: Dr. Britt of Dr. Cara’s Children’s Dentistry A few minutes of extra sleep for a new mom is a precious commodity. When my son was born I began pushing the pacifier for comfort, because I figured you can dispose of a pacifier easily, but a finger is harder to remove. My son is now 18 months old, and while “paci time” is limited to sleeping and naps, I am facing a time when it will have to disappear. I have set goals for myself: if my son transitions from bottles to cups then we will get rid of the pacifier or, when we make it back from our next trip. As the events pass, I find myself weak to break the habit. (I don’t want to admit how many pacifiers I have around the house, but it might be years before I account for them all). I am lucky enough to work in a wonderful practice as a dentist, and interact and share with parents meeting similar milestones. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry states, “Sucking on a thumb, finger, or pacifier is normal for infants and young children; most stop on their own. If a child does not stop by herself, the habit should be discouraged after age three.” It continues to say what most of us know - these habits can have long term effects on bite and cause teeth to become crooked. The main thing I have learned in transitioning a toddler through each phase of development is: pick a weekend when you are ready to lose sleep, commit to your goal, in this case ending a pacifier habit, and follow through. I have also found it was me who didn’t want to get rid of the habit, as it enabled me more time to sleep. To all my patients and friends in the community who have a shared a great story or tips with me please feel free to post them on our facebook page for the benefit of everyone. Parenting is an adventure and it is great we are all in it together!

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FRIDAY AUGUST 2, 2013 Hike It & Like It @ Icicle Outfitter’s Entiat Packing Station. See July 30th Lake Chelan Rodeo @ Chelan Grounds, vendors and beer garden open at 5pm, performances at 7:30pm each night. Admission: $10 for adults, $6 for students/seniors, under 6 free. Summer Sidewalk Sale Downtown Wenatchee. Merchants participate in an annual sidewalk sale. Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Artisan Market Event Pybus Market 3pm - 8pm This event will be held in the later afternoon to early evening and will be accompanied with wine, music, and other vendors from our Farmers Market. Bubbles & Heels 5pm - 7pm 526 E Woodin Ave, Chelan, WA. See July 5th First Friday: Hot Time in Old Town Tonight Chelan 5pm - 8pm First Friday is a special event held in Chelan’s historic shopping district the first Friday of every month. Details available at www.historicchelan.org. Dancin in the Streets Street Dance Palouse and 1st Street, Wenatchee 6pm - 8pm Street Dance will be on the block between Palouse and 1st Street with the dance beginning at 6:00pm. Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series: Davidson Hart Kingsbery Centennial Park, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm James Hunt, “Restless Fires” Presentation 703 Hwy 2, Leavenworth 7pm - 9pm Fee: No Charge Renowned author James Hunt presents a recap of John Muir’s thousand mile walk to the Gulf from his new book, RestlessFires, at the Wenatchee River Institute. War & Great Funk Railroad Concert Deep Water Amphitheater, 455 Wapato Lake Rd. in Manson 7pm - 11pm $43-$153, tickets @ ticketmaster The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth. See July 5th Rocky Horror Show 123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee 9pm - 11pm See August 1st

SATURDAY AUGUST 3, 2013 Hike It & Like It @ Icicle Outfitter’s Entiat Packing Station. See July 30th Lake Chelan Rodeo in Chelan. See August 2nd

Summer Sidewalk Sale Downtown Wenatchee. Downtown merchants participate in an annual sidewalk sale. Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th Sole 2 Soul 5K Run/Walk 8am - 12pm Walla Walla Point Park, Loop Trail, Wenatchee All proceeds from this event will benefit Lighthouse Christian Ministries. The race will begin at 8:00am at Walla Walla Point Park. Visit http://www.webscorer. com/register?raceid=7200to sign up. Home Depot Kids Workshop 1405 Maiden Lane, Wenatchee, WA 9am - 12pm Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. Footloose 2pm @ Festhalle, 1001 Front St, in Leavenworth. See July 31st Crab Feed Town Toyota Center 6pm - 8pm Featuring Hypnotist Joe Black $45 Per Person, $5 off groups of 6 or more. Meet Joe Black @ Hooked on Toys Sat from 1pm-3pm. 509-667-7847 Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th Rocky Horror Show 9pm 123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee. See August 1st

SUNDAY AUGUST 4, 2013 Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. NCW Drum Coalition 6pm - 8pm Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen. See June 30th Applesox Game 6:05pm. See July 2nd

MONDAY AUGUST 5, 2013 Knights of Veritas @ Entiat Library 11am - 12pm Part of the Summer Reading Program Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643

Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 9:30am-11:00am. Ages 5 and under See July 8

Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth. See June 28th

Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd

Subaru Summer Concerts in the Gardens--The Wenatchee Swingin’ Big Band , 6:30pm 3327 Ohme Gardens Road, See July 11th

Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 11:30am-1:30pm. Ages 5-15 See July 8

TUESDAY AUGUST 6, 2013 La Leche League Breastfeeding Support 941 Washington St, Wenatchee, WA 10am - 11am First Tuesday of every month- 10:00 am in the Nursery Annette Mueller 509.664.0186 Stacy Humphries 509.293.5609 Stained Glass Art @ Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program Crafternoon! @ Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm

WVMTA Benefit Concert featuring Steinway Piano Artist, Louis Landon from New York First United Methodist Church, 941 Washington Street, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm. Admission by donation. For more info call 509-663-2276. WVMTA Benefit Concert featuring Steinway Piano Artist, Louis Landon from New York First United Methodist Church, 941 Washington Street, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm. Admission by donation. For more info call 509-663-2276.

FRIDAY AUGUST 9, 2013

Applesox Game 7:05pm. See July 2nd

Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info.

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

NCRL Puppeteers @ Peshastin Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program

PASS Pepsi - Wenatchee Valley 300 Qualifying/ Qualifying Race, WESCO Qual./Qual. Race, Youth Tuners @ WVSO 5pm - 11pm PASS Pepsi - WVSO Super Late Models Qualifying/ Qualifying Race WESCO Sprint Cars Qualifying & Qualifying Race KKRV Youth Tuners - 25 lap Main

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 7, 2013 NCRL Puppeteers @ Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm Part of the Summer Reading Program WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 1312 Maple St, 7pm - 10pm. See July 3rd. Summer Playground Passport Playdates 9:30-11;00am at Walla Walla Point Park See ad on page 35 for more details. Applesox Game 7:05pm See July 2nd Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 1pm-3pm Ages 5-15 See July 10 The Sound of Music, 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth See July 5th

THURSDAY AUGUST 8, 2013 NCRL Puppeteers Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Summer Reading Program - Puppet performance The Great Zucchini Race Chelan Evening Farmer’s Market on Emerson St. 4pm - 7pm. Grow your own Zucchini Race car! Race it at the Chelan Evening Farmers Market. Everyone can participate, everyone’s awinner, and it’s completely FREE

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Night Out, Lights Out Public Skate The Rink @ Town Toyota Center 6:45pm - 8:45pm Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series: Mugsy’s Groove @ Centennial Park, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th Rocky Horror Show, 9pm 123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee . See August 1st

SATURDAY AUGUST 10, 2013

Jayce and Ariah Davis

Kids Art in the Park - 2 Riverwalk Park Shelter, Chelan Call 509-682-4530 for more info NCW Wine Awards @ Town Toyota Center Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th Wag N’ Tails Dog Day 8am - 12pm @ Eastmont Community Park. Bring your dog to the park for a day full of contests, demonstrations, vendors, off leash areas and an agility course! Footloose 8pm @ Festhalle, 1001 Front St, Leavenworth. See July 31st

July/August 2013

Rocky Horror Show, 9pm 123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee. See August 1st

Author Ludvimun Reyna @ Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm Part of the Summer Reading Program

Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info.

Crafternoon! @ Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm

Lowes Kids Workshop 1200 Walla Walla Ave, 10am - 11am FREE

Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. Kid’s Club 511 Valley Mall Parkway, East Wenatchee 12pm - 2pm. See July 13th

Kylee and Mikayla Abel

Footloose @ Festhalle, 1001 Front St, Leavenworth 2pm - 4pm. See July 31st Organic Garden Tour Sleeping Lady, Leavenworth 4pm - 6pm. See Jul13th PASS Pepsi - WVSO Super Late Models Wenatchee Valley 300, Pro4 Alliance, WESCO Sprint Cars, Super Tuners @ WVSO 5pm - 11pm PASS Pepsi - WVSO Super Late Models Wenatchee Valley 300 Pro4 Alliance- 75 laps WESCO Sprint Cars -50 Jerry’s Auto Supply Super Tuners - 35laps

Mia and Lexi

The Sound of Music, 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth See July 5th Rocky Horror Show 123 N Wenatchee Ave, 9pm-11pm. See August 1st

Oliver Chalmers

Kids Art in the Park - 2 Riverwalk Park Shelter, Chelan Call 509-682-4530 for more info End of Program Party! @ Chelan Library 3pm - 4pm Part of the Summer Reading Program WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 1312 Maple St, 7pm - 10pm. See July 3rd. Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 1pm-3pm Ages 5-15 See July 10 Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

THURSDAY AUGUST 15, 2013

SUNDAY AUGUST 11, 2013 Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth. See June 28th

Magic Show with Paul the Magic Librarian! Wenatchee Library 2pm - 3pm

Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info.

NCRL Puppeteers @ Leavenworth Library 5pm - 6pm Part of the Summer Reading Program

NCW Drum Coalition 6pm - 8pm Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen. See June 30th

MONDAY AUGUST 12, 2013

Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 9:30am-11:00am. Ages 5 and under See July 8 Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 11:30am-1:30pm. Ages 5-15 See July 8

TUESDAY AUGUST 13, 2013 Attachment Parenting Group 941 Washington St, 10am - 11am. See July 9th

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WEDNESDAY AUGUST 14, 2013

Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info.

Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643

The Sound of Music, 8pm. See July 5th

NCRL Puppeteers @ Cashmere Library 1pm - 2pm part of the Summer Reading Program

Childbirth Preparation Series at WVMC Wenatchee Valley Medical Sleep Center 1000 N. Miller Wenatchee, WA Conference Room 6:30pm 8:30pm. See July 18th The FUN Part! 6:30pm - 8pm Wenatchee Valley Mall. Style Boot Camp: Accessories Made Easy $10/ session, across from Bath & Body works. 884-6645 Footloose @ Festhalle, 1001 Front St, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 31st Rocky Horror Show 9pm 123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee. See August 1st

FRIDAY AUGUST 16, 2013 Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers: Scale Event RC Flying. Visit www. redappleflyers.org for more info. Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info.

Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Artisan Market Event Pybus Market 3pm - 8pm This event will be held in the later afternoon to early evening and will be accompanied with wine, music, and other vendors from our Farmers Market. Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series: Michael Carlos Band @ Centennial Park, 7pm - 9pm. FREE Rocky Horror Show, 9pm 123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee See August 1st

SATURDAY AUGUST 17, 2013 Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers: Scale Event RC Flying. Visit www. redappleflyers.org for more info. Lake Chelan Slam ‘n Jam 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Chelan 20th Annual Slam ‘n Jam Tournament at Don Morse Park for ages 8 and up. Total team free is $80. Email Mikehaerling@yahoo.com for a registration form. Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth. See June 28th

Lake Chelan Slam ‘n Jam 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament in Chelan. See August 17th

Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 11:30am-1:30pm. Ages 5-15 See July 8

Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth . See June 28th

Successful Breastfeeding 1201 S. Miller Street, Wenatchee, WA Rooms F and G 6:30pm - 8:30pm Our breastfeeding class is a two-hour class that will cover the basics of breastfeeding. This class is appropriate for anyone preparing to breastfeed an infant. For more information contact Joan Slack 509-665-6140 jslack@cwhs.com

Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. NCW Drum Coalition 6pm - 8pm Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen. See June 30th New Play Festival Presentations 409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 1 pm - 3pm & 7pm – 9pm. After a week of rewrites and improvements to the plays, the Leavenworth community and theatre industry from around the country are invited to give feedback, and become part of the birth of new plays during presentations at the Snowy Owl.

MONDAY AUGUST 19, 2013

TUESDAY AUGUST 20, 2013 Attachment Parenting Group 10am - 11am 941 Washington St, Wenatchee, WA See July 9th Preschool Sizzling Summer Adventure Days Greater Wenatchee Parent-Child Preschool, Wenatchee 10am - 12pm. Free. For Adult and Child (not drop off) Ages:0-5 (older siblings welcome) For more info visit www.wenatcheepreschool.org

New Play Festival Presentations 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 1pm - 3pm & 7pm - 9pm. See August 18th

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 21, 2013

Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 9:30am-11:00am Ages 5 and under See July 8

Summer Playground Passport Playdates 9:30-11;00am at Washington Park. See ad on page 35 for more details.

Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. 11th Annual Leavenworth Wine Tasting Festival Smallwood’s Harvest, Peshastin 12pm - 6pm Fee: $40 pp $75 couple. Tickets are available online right now at www.cascadefarmlands.com, or on the day of the event at the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce (509) 548-5807. Footloose @ Festhalle, 1001 Front St, Leavenworth 2pm - 4pm. See July 31st 7th Annual Plain Valley Moonlight Music Fest 18636 Beaver Valley Road, Leavenworth 6:30pm - 9:30pm. Fee: No Charge Live at the lumberyard! Bring a chair and come and enjoy the moonlight, mountains & music in the beautiful Plain Valley. Fundraiser for local fire department. The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth. See July 5th Rocky Horror Show, 9pm 123 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee. See August 1st

SUNDAY AUGUST 18, 2013 Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers: Scale Event RC Flying. Visit www. redappleflyers.org for more info.

July/August 2013

WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 7pm - 10pm 1312 Maple St, Wenatchee, WA. See July 3rd. Footloose @ Festhalle, 1001 Front St, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 31st Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 663-2988 1pm-3pm Ages 5-15 See July 10

THURSDAY AUGUST 22

Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. Footloose @ Festhalle, 1001 Front St, Leavenworth 2pm - 4pm. See July 31st Freestyle MX!, NW Pro4 Trucks, Thunder Cars, Mini Super Stocks, SuperTuners, Youth Tuners WVSO 5pm - 11pm. Freestyle Motocross Exhibition Pro4 Trucks - 40 l

2013 Salsa Contest @ the Wenatchee Valley Farmer’s Market, Methow Park, Corner of Spokane & Methow 3pm - 7pm

Organic Garden Tour Sleeping Lady, Leavenworth 4pm-6pm. See Jul 13th

Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth See June 28th

The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth See July 5th

SUNDAY AUGUST 25, 2013

FRIDAY AUGUST 23, 2013

O’Terry’s Benefit Softball Tournament Walla Walla Point Park, Wenatchee. See August 24th

Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth See June 28th

Night Out, Lights Out Public Skate The Rink @ Town Toyota Center 6:45pm - 8:45pm

Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info.

Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series: Hot Bodies Centennial Park, Wenatchee 7pm - 9pm. FREE

NCW Drum Coalition 6pm - 8pm Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen. See June 30th

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

Wine Dinner Featuring Chelan Estate Winery 7375 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 6pm - 8pm Fee: $70 Join Sleeping Lady Executive Chef Dusty Cope in the new Salmon Gallery for a four-course dinner paired with four great wines from Chelan Estate Winery. Menu at www.sleepinglady.com. An evening that will delight the senses!

SATURDAY AUGUST 24, 2013 O’Terry’s Benefit Softball Tournament Walla Walla Point Park, Wenatchee. Proceeds support the Wenatchee Valley Sports Foundation. Call 6633723 for more details and to register. Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info.

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MONDAY AUGUST 26, 2013 Infant CPR for Family and Friends 6:30pm - 8:30pm 1201 S Miller Street, Wenatchee, WA Education Classrooms 1 and 2. See July15th Movies at the Mall Wenatchee Mall, East Wenatchee 6:30pm - 8:30pm Free children’s movies and snacks every Monday at the kiosk near RadioShack. 509-884-6643

TUESDAY AUGUSUT 27, 2013 Attachment Parenting Group 941 Washington St, 10am - 11am. See July 9th Preschool Sizzling Summer Adventure Days Greater Wenatchee Parent-Child Preschool, Wenatchee 10am - 12pm. Free. For Adult and Child (not drop off) Ages:0-5 (older siblings welcome) For more info visit www.wenatcheepreschool.org The Sound of Music, 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth. See July 5th

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 28t WVC HepCats Swing Dance Club 7pm - 10pm 1312 Maple St, Wenatchee, WA. See July 3rd. Footloose @ Festhalle, 1001 Front St, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 31st

THURSDAY AUGUST 29 Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth. See June 28th The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth See July 5th

FRIDAY AUGUST 30, 2013 Gregory Spatz, “Half as Happy” Presentation 703 Hwy 2, Leavenworth 7pm - 8pm. Fee: No Charge Hear him read from the 8 stories in Half as Happy, revealing startling clarity their characters’ secrets, losses,and desires. Wild & Scenic Music Festival 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 7pm - 9pm A weekend festival of barn dances, live music, jamming, great food, beer and wine. Proceeds benefit The Wild & Scenic Institute. Call 548-6347 Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Hatchery Park, 7919 East Leavenworth Road, Leavenworth 8pm - 10pm. See July 17th

Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth See June 28th

SATURDAY AUGUST 31, 2013 Sun Cup 2013 Check out www.wenatcheefirefc.org for more info Open Rowing Linden Tree Park Barn 7am - 9am. See June 29th Labor Day Weekend Roping Appleatchee Arena 8am-5pm. Head and heels roping. Village Art in the Park 9am - 6pm Front Street Park, Leavenworth. See June 28th Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. Gregory Spatz, “Half as Happy” Presentation 703 Hwy 2, Leavenworth 1pm - 3pm See August 30th Wild & Scenic Music Festival 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth 7pm - 9pm See August 30th The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth, See July 5th

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 1

Age 5 -7 Soccer Clinics @ Sportsplex Clinic #1 – June 24-27…....…9am-11am/$75 Clinic #2 – July 22-25…..…… 9am-11am/$75 Clinic #3 – August 19-22.…..9am-11am/$75

Age 8 - 10 Soccer Clinics @ Sportsplex Clinic #4 – June 24-27....…..12pm-2pm/$75 Clinic #5 – July 22-25……....12pm-2pm/$75 Clinic #6 – August 19-22.....12pm-2pm/$75

Age 8 - 14 Goal Keeping/Scoring Camp @ Sportsplex Clinic #7 – July 8-11…..…...9am-11am/$95 For more info go to wvsportsplex.com or call 509.888.5200

Sun Cup 2013 Check out www.wenatcheefirefc.org Labor Day Weekend Roping Appleatchee Arena 8am-5pm. Head and heels roping. Village Art in the Park Front Street Park, Leavenworth 9am - 6pm See June 28th for more info. Ol’ Blue Tractor Tours Wedge Mountain Winery, 9524 Saunders Road, Peshastin 11am - 4pm. See June 29th for more info. NCW Drum Coalition 6pm - 8pm Pybus Markret, 7 N Worthen. See June 30th The Sound of Music 8pm Ski Hill Ampitheater, Leavenworth. See July 5th

**All Calendar events are subject to change or cancel. Kid Connect is not responsible for any changes that may occur and advises you to confirm event details before attending. We want to provide you with the most accurate calendar possible, so if you find any changes that do occur, please let us know and we will update our facebook page and our website for our readers.**

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Montessori Elementary Bilingual, individualized instruction Enrolling grades 1-3 this fall www.joyfulscholars.org 509.699.8286

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July/August 2013

>>> Take 5

REST. When you’re woken by babes crying and the go go go of meals and diaper changes and housekeeping and and errands and laundry and diaper changes and more meals and more messes and diaper changes and faces standing at the foot of your bed at 3am after a nightmare...

Rest

by Kelly Mahalak

Rest? It’s a foreign word to most of us. Heavy eye lids and aching bodies are dragged along day after day, weary and weak, as rest fades more and more into a distant memory. Motherhood is a 24/7 job. Someone always needs you and there is always something that needs to be done. So where in the world is a mom supposed to find rest? Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. Matthew 11:28-29 Ye shall find rest unto your souls....

I breathe those words in and they feel like water on a hot summers day. Nothing sounds better. Yet with babes calling and and laundry piling, it can seem near impossible to find God in the midst of it all. A hymn over a pot of macaroni. A prayer while you scrub away the soap scum. Grace before a meal. Loving the littles when they are acting anything but lovable. It is in those moments that God will meet you. Right. Where. You. Are. He longs to spend time with you. He yearns for you to knock at His door. He waits patiently for you to show up, ready to fill your cup to overflowing. To open His arms and let you lay under His wing and rest. All you have to do is show up. Show up, right where you are. With Pandora praises. With soapy dish water prayers. He said, “Come to me...and you will find rest”.

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He said, “Come to me...” Will you go? For it is in the coming, in Him, that you shall find rest.

July/August 2013

smile

baby!

Healthy Smiles Start at a Young Age Infants Should See a Dentist before their 1st Birthday.

Smiles in the House!

Dr. Cara Schroeder

Dr. Britt Bovio

Chief Smile OfÞcer ChildrenÕs Dentistry

Director of Smiles ChildrenÕs Dentistry

OUR TEAM We have a friendly, caring staff and have spent over 15 years building a reputation as “The place where healthy smiles start.” Our experienced, trusted team have a special love for children and dentistry, helping to put infants, children and adolescents at ease during every appointment. We also educate your children in the proper way to take care of their teeth. Your children learn to keep their smiles healthy for a lifetime!

Meet Dr. Cara, Dr. Britt & the Smile Team at: smilebugg.com Children’s Dentistry 650 N Miller, Wenatchee WA 98801

Phone: (509) 662-3621

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Dr. Cara and her team have been serving the children of central Washington for over 15 years. Their experience keeps children relaxed and happy by allowing mothers to stay with their children during treatment and by accepting most insurance plans. Children’s Dentistry has become the trusted Dental Home for Wenatchee, East Wenatchee and all of Central Washington.

OUR PATIENTS LOVE IT HERE! Great with Kids They are very gentle and creative on how to get the job done with the little ones. I love that I can be right there to observe all the treatments and be able to ask any questions that come to mind. - Kiera J