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Spring has sprung ...or has it? I know that many of you are anxious for Spring to come, and, while our calendars tell us it is rapidly approaching, our weather is telling us otherwise. I can tell you that after Fall, Spring is my favorite season (it’s a very close second!). I am all for the rain and the overcast days! But I also know that Spring never lasts nearly long enough and soon we will be overtaken with the blinding light of that darn summer sunshine. My migraines will come back and I will be counting down the days until Fall! So I can take these next few weeks to patiently wait for Spring. In fact, I will enjoy the rest of the Winter. However, as with Summer, it is a challenge for me, as a mom, to dig in and give my kids those “fun” Winter memories. I am not in any way an “outdoorsy” person. I LOVE the snow... but I love looking at the snow, from inside my nice, warm and cozy home. I do not like the way my face instantly freezes the moment I walk outside and how my nose instantly starts running and I start sweating the moment I walk back inside..... HA! BUT... I will sacrifice it all to see the smiles on my kids’ faces while they zoom down the hill on a sled or roll a snowman to life or take part in a snowball fight (okay, maybe not that one. They complained for three days about their daddy hitting them with a snowball... or a snow “puff” rather, as the snow was not really snowball quality). So, for now, as I sit here with freezing fingers and toes, sipping my coffee, I will relish these moments and I will wait to do the happy dance of Spring’s arrival until I am in the privacy of my bedroom closet...

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Spring Break Staycationfor tweens and teens

Dance

39 Busk Family

Oh Yes You Can! A One Day Spring Cleaning Plan from Start to Finish

Dentistry

14 Eight Meal Startes for

Your Freezer

Celebrating Easter With Your Kids

Easter In Wenatchee Find Local Egg Hunts Here!

Parenting Without A Parent

28 To Learn To Swim Is A Lifetime Gifts

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Coalition Corner

Six Things All Wenatchee Residents Should Try To Do Each Year

24 Women, Babies & the 35 Calendar of Events Affordable Care Act: Breast Pumps and 42 Spring Break Camps More 50 Take 5 Devotional: 26 Meet The Family: A Ransom For Many The Wintersteins

This Easter

Who’s On The Cover? This little man is Rylan Reiber from Cashmere. He was having a good ole time jumping in the rain puddles! Heather Reiber of Sweet As Sugar Photography took this photo. You can find out more at www.sweetassugarphotography.blogspot.com

40 L-Bow the Clown 41 Jump For Fun 42 Family Insights 43 St. Paul’s Lutheran School and Childcare

44 Columbia Grove Covenant Church

44 Faith Lutheran Preschool

47 Wok About Grill 49 Little Learners 49 Fruit Tones Studio 51 Family Expo 52 Dr. Cara’s

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Spring Break

A Spring Break Staycation

For Teens and Tweens

By Pam Molnar

My 12 year old daughter came from school and announced that she was the ONLY one staying home for spring break this year. She went on to tell me how bored she would be, how lucky her friends were and how she would be stuck at home doing NOTHING. Poor girl! Contrary to what your teens and tweens think, not everyone goes on a spring break vacation. Finances, parent’s vacation time and recent holiday travel are some of the reasons that a second vacation is not possible. In order to keep your teen or tween from driving you crazy, plan a week’s worth of activities that you can do around your own town. Enjoy a fun and relaxing week at home with a different theme for each day.

Pajama Day

Volunteer Day

ADVENTURE DAY

PARTY DAY

ost teens are exhausted by their constant on-thego lifestyle. What they really need is a day off. Homework, extracurricular activities, social plans and family obligations leaves little time to just hang out. Reserve a day with no agenda. Let your child sleep in. Encourage a day of lounging on the couch in pajamas. Buy easy self-serve meals and use disposable plates. Spend the day recharging for the week ahead.

ow that your teen or tween is well rested, start your staycation by helping others. Preplan a day of volunteerism and spend the day with those in need. Start with a morning at the homeless shelter preparing breakfast or cleaning up from overnight. Move on to walking dogs at the animal shelter in the afternoon or play board games with the residents at an assisted living home. Your choice of volunteering does not have to be limited to an organization. Plan to help an older neighbor clean out their garage or babysit for a new mom that can use another pair of hands.

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lan to do something you have never done before. Enroll your teen in an adventure day camp in your area to try surfing, kayaking or scuba diving. Looking for an indoor activity? Check out your local sports complex to try a new sport, go rock climbing or take diving lessons. For less sporty teens, try a theater camp, cooking class or sing at an open mic night. Encourage your kids to try something new – even if it scares them a little. You are building their confidence for the next adventures in their lives.

ave an Unbirthday Party like the Mad Hatter in Alice in Wonderland. Invite all your teen’s friends who are home for spring break. Plan something as simple as a gathering place for multiple friends to hang out. Order pizza, plug in the iPod and shut the basement door. Consider including some the parents to stay and have a drink with you. Socializing with other parents is a great opportunity for you to get to know your children’s friends better.

SEE THE LOCAL SIGHTS DAY

TODAY’S THE DAY

TICKET DAY

here are probably a few spots in your hometown that you have never been to before. Get suggestions from your friends and neighbors. Visit your town’s website for tourist attractions as if you were visiting for the first time. Check out your local historical society, museum or a store that you have never gone into. Take your camera along and snap silly pictures of your family visiting the sights. Share with friends on Instagram.

ow many times has your tween asked if they could do something and your answer is “Maybe another time”? Well, today’s the day! Go to the pet store and take out a puppy to play with. Take your teen to the mall to get her ears double pierced. Stop for ice cream before dinner and spoil your appetites. Let your kids have a sleepover and stay up as late as they want. Show your kids that they cannot always predict what their parents’ answer will be.

nd your week on a good note. Get tickets to an event your tween or teen would love. Whether it is a concert, theatre performance or a sporting event, you can find something to do that your child will always remember. Better yet, they will have something to share at the lunch table when the vacationers ask what he did over spring break.

Pam Molnar is a freelance writer and the mother of two teens and a tween. Much to their disappointment, they all staying home for spring break this year.

A couple of things happening the week of Spring Break that would make a great surprise for your teens and tweens include:

The Lion King

@ Paramount Theater in Seattle March12-April 6 Buy tickets early as this WILL sell out! www.lionking.com

Freestyle Motocross: Nuclear Cowboyz @ Tacoma Dome April 5th and 6th nuclear-cowboyztacoma.ticketssw.

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Oh Yes You Can! A One-day Spring Cleaning Plan From Start To Finish By Christina Katz

Busy parents don’t relish the idea of Spring cleaning-and who can blame them? But if you could deep clean your entire home in one day, I bet you would. Right?

Well, now you can, if you follow this simple plan. Be sure to stock up on cleaning supplies ahead of time. Deep cleaning burns through what you have on hand more quickly than routine cleaning. So make your cleaning materials list and check it twice. This is a good time to replace rags, sponges, and worn-out cleaning tools, as well. Also be sure to invest in a Swiffer or dustmop with an extension arm for those hard-toreach places. Give cleaning appliances a once-a-year review before the big cleaning day arrives, replacing worn parts, and conducting necessary maintenance. The last thing you want to have to do is stop mid-clean and drive around town looking for something you don’t have. While you are shopping, go ahead and buy yourself a can of delicious-smelling room freshening spray. But don’t let yourself use it until the big clean is done. Ready? Here’s how to break a task most people dread down into something the whole family can tackle in a day one step at a time:

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MORE Cleaning Tips:

R Run your kids’ toys through the dishwasher regularly to easily and effectively kill germs R Replace those bathtub squirter toys! Did you know they can easily build up mold on the inside and become harmful. These should be replaced every few months. R

Keep baseboards cleaner with a fabric softner dryer sheet (like bounce sheets). Simply use the sheets to wipe down baseboards and the static will keep the dust away for longer. The best part? Use the “used” sheets after you have already used them in the dryer... no need to used brand new ones!

Purge everything you no longer need: Starting in the bedrooms, remove all clothes, toys, and décor items that you no longer need nor want. If you are unsure about some items, put them in a box in the garage and store them for a couple of weeks. You will be more willing to let them go once you can prove no one misses them. Move through the house, one room at a time, until you have skimmed all the extraneous stuff from each family member’s space, as well as all shared spaces. Load giveaways straight into the car and plan to deliver them to charity organizations on your next trip out. Don’t forget to include food and toiletries you don’t intend to use. Swing by the local food bank, if your used goods store or local shelter won’t take them.

Open up to possibilities: In the process of reviewing your possessions, you may notice some items in your home need replacing. Are carpets worn? Has furniture become rickety? Is anything damaged beyond repair? Sometimes it helps to go ahead and get rid of the things you no longer want even before you purchase something to replace them. By getting rid of the old,

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and making room for the new, and may notice fresh ways to make use of your space. Go ahead and rearrange furniture before you start to clean.

Gather up all linens. If it’s not nailed down, gather it up to be shaken outside, washed, or sent to the cleaners. Be sure not to overlook throw rugs, pet bed covers, tablecloths, bath and kitchen towels, bed linens, pillow cases, and wash cloths. Put items for the cleaners in the car. Move laundry along in stages all day as you clean.

Vacuum and roll up carpets. If you have any loose, heavy carpets, give these a deeper-than-usual vacuum, then roll them up, and get them out of the way for the day.

Let there be light. Take down all of your light fixtures at once and clean them in the kitchen sink, with soap and water. Leave them to dry on towels on the counter as you go around a replace bulbs and dust around fixtures. Once fixtures are dry, ask the tallest family member to replace them all, making sure that each is safely and securely reattached.

Let the sunshine in. While your curtains are down, dust around and inside each window. Open windows and reach between panes with your duster. Then get a bucket of warm, soapy water and wipe down pane dividers and window ledges. Spray the entire glass on one side with cleaner; then wipe it down. Proceed through the entire house including sliding doors and doors with any glass at all.

Take down all curtains. Curtains get dirtier than you may think, especially when you have pets. So down they must come each year, either to be shaken out and rehung, or to be sent to the cleaners or laundered at home. Make a note if you need to replace any window hardware that isn’t holding up next time you go out.

Once more from the top. Take your long-arm duster and start back in the highest room. This time dust all the baseboard and chair rails. Your long-arm duster can reach behind heavy furniture to remove any dust or cobwebs.

7. Dust your way down. We clean what we look at more often.

Therefore the space above the top of our heads is often neglected. So start your cleaning process above your head and then work your way down. Spray your long-arm duster with a light coating of dusting spray and beginning in the highest room in the house. Dust all of the areas where the walls meet the ceiling. Pay special attention to molding, trim, and hardto-reach spots. Don’t forget the ceiling fans and chandeliers. Work the duster all the way down each corner from ceiling to floor. Dust every nook and cranny in the house in one fell swoop. Get Rid of the tangled barbie doll hair! Add a little bit of softner (like downy) to a cup of cold water and dunk the dolls head (or you can put it into a spray bottle and spray away. Use a barbie brush to brush out the hair, rinse with water and let it air dry. Good. As. New!

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Deep clean the bathrooms. Dirty grout, stubborn stains, and the grimiest corners of your bathroom don’t stand a chance once you don your rubber globes and gather up all of your scrub brushes, old toothbrushes, and stain removers. Dust the room first, then move through each bathroom wall-bywall from top to bottom. Wipe down everything with a germ-neutralizing cleanser. When you are done, spray and wipe the mirrors and cabinetry.

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Dust everything in the entire house. Arm your team with dust rags and Swiffers lightly sprayed with dusting spray. Use a stepladder to reach high surfaces and dust everything from top to bottom, wall by wall, from walls to center of the room. Anything that does not move gets dusted.

Homemade Cleaners To make a homemade version of Windex, Pledge, Febreeze, and bathroom cleaner, make a trip to the dollar store and gather the following: White Vinegar (2 bottles) Fabric Softner Baking Soda Dawn Spray bottles Lavendar and Citrus Fragrance Olive Oil Use a light color of duck tape on the bottle to make your labels (include the recipe for easy refils)

Windex: Half white viegar Half Water 1 teaspoon Dawn

Pledge: 2 teaspoons Olive Oil (or more if you choose) 2 Cups Water 1/4 cup White Vinegar *Citurus fragrance

Febreeze: 1/8 Cup Fabiric Softner 2 Tablespoons Baking Soda Fill the rest with water *Lavendar Fragrance

Bathroom Cleaner: 1/2 Cup Vinegar 1/4 Cup Baking Soda 2 Liters Water (~8 cups) *Citrus Fragrance

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**Use a soapdispensing dishwand and fill with half vinegar and half dawn dish doap. Keep it in your shower for a quick scrub down while you take your shower. Then somply use the shower head to rinse! Sparkly Clean in seconds!

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Vacuum the upholstery. Take cushions outside and beat them with a tennis or badminton racquet. The amount of dust they emit may encourage you to do this more often. With the cushions off, visit the loose change jar first, then get into upholstered furniture with the vacuum hose.

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Sweep, dustmop, and vacuum. Get under all movable furniture. This makes sweeping a team sport. So divide your family into teams and let one team take the upstairs and the other take the downstairs. Leave no corner unswept, including under the beds.

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Tackle Big Projects Separately

Safety & Maintenance Awareness

When it's time to Spring clean your home, forget the garage, the attic, the shed, and any porches or decks. Forget cleaning the refrigerator or organizing the kitchen cabinets. You can tackle those jobs later, when the timing is right.

Spring-cleaning time is the perfect opportunity to check your smoke detectors. It’s is also a good time to make sure any tall and heavy furniture is secured to the wall. Do you need to baby-proof? Do it now. Did you notice any water damage, peeling paint, or rodent issues? Go ahead and add estimates on repairs or hiring services to your to-do list. You’ll be happier next year, if you jump on any problems at the first indicators of trouble.

In fact, keep a list of intensive projects for down the road. For really big jobs like cleaning out an attic, schedule another half day or day when the weather will be best for the whole family to pitch in. Or commit a regular amount of time weekly, when the whole family can contribute, like two hours on Saturday mornings until the jobs are done.

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Go on a smudge hunt. Room by room, armed with a damp cloth and cleaner, check around doorknobs and light switches to wipe away fingerprints and smudges. Spray and clean any mirrors that may have been overlooked.

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A thorough mopping. Kick everyone out of the house or into a room with carpeting for the next half hour or so. Fill a mop bucket with hot water and cleaner and refresh your bucket frequently. After mopping each room, wipe edges of the floor with clean, wet rags, and toss used rags in the washer. Expect to sweat.

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Clean all the doors to the house on both sides. Use a strong cleanser. Include storm or screen doors.

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Room spray reward. After the floors dry, go back into each room, unroll the carpets, and spray a generous amount of room freshener. Ah! Doesn’t the whole house feel good? Christina Katz was once employed as a mother’s helper for a single working mom and her four sons. It was during those summers she learned what a good housecleaner she actually was. Her latest book is Permission Granted, 45 Reasons To Micro-publish.

Note From Nikki: Sometimes life can be made easier if you have a schedule. You can find a thousand different cleaning schedules on the internet if you just take the time to look (I know, not something you are usually perusing the internet for....! I personally like this one, courtesy of www.makinghomebase. com because she leaves the weekends to be just that: A weekend! Not an extension of your work week! Take the weekend off and enjoy time with your family and friends! I also love this FREE printable purely because of the quote by William Morris. It is such a great reminder. Often times we have things in our home that we hate just because we may have gotten it for a gift or it was on clearance, or whatever the reason may be. I encourage you to truly listen to this quote. You may have less in your home until you can replace something, but you will feel more confident in you home and more comfortable! You will not be apologizing to your guests for that hideous painting or cringing every time you walk past the wall of nick-nacks.... none of which you bought yourself, and all of which YOU have to clean!

For organic stains in carpet (made by food, dirt, etc): Mix 1 part vinegar with 2 parts water into a spray bottle. Spray it over the stain and cover with a damp rag. Put your iron on the steam setting and iron the rag for about 30 seconds or so, depending on how bad the stain is. You may have to repeat if the stain is really dark, but this will work wonderfully to remove common foods and dirt from your carpet and the vinegar is a good odor killer as well, so it works really well on pet stains too.

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Eight Meal-Starters For Your Freezer

Back To School

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Easter

Celebrating

with your kids by Cherie Duffey, KidSpring Director at New Spring Church in South Carolina

Easter is the most important holiday for parents to celebrate with their kids! While chocolate bunnies and colorful eggs may play a small part in the celebration, the primary focus should be telling our children about God’s love for them. God let Jesus take the punishment for the sin of everyone who would believe in Him by dying on a cross. Easter is the best holiday because we celebrate the truth that Jesus did not stay dead! God brought Jesus back to life (I Corinthians 15:3-4)! Here are some ways that you can help prepare your children’s hearts and build anticipation for a true Easter celebration focused on Jesus’ death and resurrection:

Read Easter books and Bible verses that encourage your kids to talk about the reason we celebrate Jesus at Easter!

For preschool and younger elementary kids, consider buying and reading the following books: Benjamin’s Box Lily’s Easter Party The Parable of the Lily For older elementary kids, read a portion of the Easter story each day leading up to Easter Sunday: Palm Sunday- Read Mark 11:1-11- Jesus Rides into Jerusalem on a Donkey Monday- Read Mark 14:1-11- Woman Anoints Jesus with Perfume & Judas’ Betrayal Tuesday- Read Mark 14:17-26- Jesus & Disciples Have Last Supper Wednesday- Read Mark 14:32-41- Jesus in the Garden Thursday- Read Mark 14:43-46- Jesus is Arrested Friday- Read John 19:16-30- Jesus Dies on the Cross Saturday- Read John 19:38-42- Jesus is Buried Easter Sunday- Read John 20:1-9- Jesus is Alive

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How to make Ressurection Rolls

Make memories celebrating the fact that Jesus is Alive!

Make a Resurrection Garden using rocks, sticks, soil, and grass seed. Reflect on what Jesus has done for you by using Lenten Lights. Make your own Resurrection Eggs to help your children visualize the Easter story. If you do not have time to make them, you can buy them many places, including Amazon and perhaps Encouraging Words. Make Resurrection Rolls for Easter breakfast.

Spend time reflecting on what Jesus has done for you, and be sure to share your story with your kids.

In Deuteronomy 6:7 and 11:19, God tells His people to teach their children who He is. Today, parents hold the same responsibility. Celebrating Easter together is an opportunity to tell your children about who God is and the way He has changed your life. Simply share with them what Jesus did on this day and why it has changed your life.

Ingredients: One can of crescent roll dough 8 large marshmallows (or one for each roll you’ll be making) Melted butter Cinnamon sugar Bible or Easter storybook Assemble rolls and read the story: 1. Read John 19 while the oven is pre-heating according to the package directions. If you’re really on top of things, spend the week before reading John 12-18 with your kids.

5. Roll the marshmallows in the cinnamon sugar. This is like the spices used to prepare his body for burial. 6. Wrap the marshmallow in the crescent roll cloth, pinching the dough together securely. Don’t worry about the shape so much, they’ll taste the same no matter how you roll or bundle them. This represents how they would have wrapped Jesus’ body. I like to brush them with more melted butter, but it’s not necessary. 7. Put the rolls in the oven (symbolizing the tomb) and bake for the amount of time specified on the package. 8. While the rolls are baking, read John 20:1-18.

2. Unroll the crescent rolls. Explain that this is like the cloth they wrapped Jesus in. 3. Give your child a marshmallow and explain that it represents Jesus… all white and pure because He was without sin. 4. Roll the marshmallows in the melted butter. This symbolizes the embalming oils.

9. Open the tomb and remove the rolls. When they’re cool enough to handle, break one open and discover what happened to the marshmallow. Jesus is risen! At this point, I also read 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18. Jesus is coming again! These directions were kindly provided by www.homegrownmom.com

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Resurrection Eggs

One: Palm Branch To recognize how Jesus was celebrated when he entered Jerusalem Two: Bread To signify the last supper

Three: Silver Coins To show the bribe that Judas took to betray Jesus

Seven: Nails To show the pain Jesus went through when he was crucified Eight: Sign To recognize Pilate’s admission that Jesus was indeed the long awaited King Nine: Sponge and Spear To signify the last moments of Jesus’ life and proof of his death

Four: Purple Cloth and Thorns To acknowledge Jesus’ mocking at the hands of the soldiers

Ten: Spices To signify that burial procedures were carried forth on Jesus

Five: Rope (Whip) To signify the beating Jesus endured

Eleven: Stone To show that the tomb had been opened

Six: Cross To show the physical burden Jesus had to carry

Twelve: Nothing To signify that Jesus has risen

Garden

Supplies Needed: We found all of ours at WalMart and averaged about $7.50 per mini garden.

Terra cotta mini pot (tomb) Terra cotta small tray Small pebbles from Floral dept(one bag was plenty for three) Grass seed (we have enough left over for the bare patch in our yard) One small bag of potting soil Small twigs and Large rock (smaller than a child’s fist) from the yard Glue gun Spray water bottle

1. Place mini pot on the tray and add potting soil around it. 2. Pack soil in and on top of the mini pot, forming a small hill. 3. Add pebbles coming from the opening of the “tomb” 4. Place larger rock half covering the tomb 5. Sprinkle grass seed on the soil 6. Glue small twigs to form three crosses (hot glue works best) 7. Stick each cross into the “hill” behind the tomb 8. Spray soil lightly every day with water bottle 9. Watch and wait for new life (grass) to spring forth! It’s a beautiful reminder that He is Risen!

Have your child open one egg a day to keep the Easter Story going and on thier minds leading up to Easter Sunday. There are multiple variations of these resurrection eggs, and you can find them anywhere online. This one, in particular, was graciously provided by Christina at www.playeatgrow.com. She also provides a free printable of all the strips included in the eggs (as shown in the pictures)

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Directions for the Resurrection Garden was provided by Kristen of www.wearethatfamily.com

Easter in Wenatchee

Sunday, April 13 Fred Meyer Easter Egg Hunt 2:00-4:00pm (or until all eggs are gone!) Eastmont Community Park Soccer Field in East Wenatchee Saturday, April 19th Saddlerock Presbyterian Church 10:00 a.m. Children ages 1-10 years are welcome, and there will be different start times/sections for age groups. Come hear the Easter Message, presented in both English and Spanish, decorate a cookie, and find some Easter Eggs! Saturday, April 19th 11th Annual Easter Egg Hunt 10am-4pm at Smallwoods Harvest. (10461 Stemm Road in Peshastin) FREE petting zoo, face painting, animal balloons, cow train rides, corn maze, hay wagon rides, fresh kettle corn. Inflatable toys, hot dogs, soda and snack for a minimal cost. Accommodations for children with special needs available all day. Saturday, April 19th Easter for Kids Event 10:00am-11:30am at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 312 Palouse, Wenatchee (corner or Palouse & Buchanan). Join us for an Egg Hunt, Crafts, Games, and prizes for children ages 0 through 12, including an indoor egg hunt for crawlers! Call 509-662-8790 for more info, or check out St. Paul’s Facebook page

Check Out These Easter Services at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 312 Palouse St. in Wenatchee 6628790 Wednesday, Mar. 5th, 6:30 Ash Wednesday Service Wednesday, March 12th 5:00 Soup Supper (soup, bread, & dessert) 6:30 Lenten Service Wednesday, March 19th 5:00 Soup Supper (soup, bread, & dessert) 6:30 Lenten Service Wednesday, March 26th 5:00 Soup Supper (soup, bread, & dessert) 6:30 Lenten Service Wednesday, April 2nd 5:00 Soup Supper (soup, bread, & dessert) 6:30 Lenten Service Wednesday, April 9th 5:00 Soup Supper (soup, bread, & dessert) 6:30 Lenten Service

Saturday, April 19th Martin’s Market Easter Egg Hunt 10 a.m. at Martin’s Market, 130 Titchenal Way in Cashmere The egg hunt is for kids ages10 and under For more information, call Chris at 782-3801.

Holy Week Services: Thursday, April 17th Maunday Thursday Service, celebration of the Last Supper Friday, April 18th, 6:30 Good Friday Service

Easter is late this year (April 20), so many more Easter Celebrations and egg hunts are bound to pop up in the coming weeks. Be sure to like Kid Connect on facebook to get the updates on all the added fun!

Easter Services: Sunday, April 20th Easter Celebration Services at 8:00 & 10:15 Breakfast and Children’s Activities & Egg Hunt at 9:00am

March/April 2014

Parenting

Parenting Without a Parent By Kara Benken Garrod

desperation, I entrusted my car keys to an approachable onlooker, offering a quick explanation before bolting through traffic on foot.

It was Memorial Day and a beautiful morning for a parade. As daughters of a firefighter, my sisters and I always had a great love of parades – we wax nostalgic over privileged seating in the cab of the fire trucks, smiling, waving and sometimes throwing candy to onlookers. (Regulations later prohibited anyone but firefighters from riding in the cabs of the trucks.) This particular morning, however, my father lay dying at Hospice. With the parade route blocking my sole access to him, I barely noticed everyone’s smiling faces. I cannot recall ever feeling so hindered. We had been with Dad all night as he weakened, and then transferred from my parents’ home to Hospice. By 5 a.m., I knew my infant soon would be waking. I had struggled so much with my own expectations regarding my role as a daughter, versus my role as a mother. The stress of the past month had dwindled my milk supply, for both output and freezer storage, but I was determined to breastfeed, and wanted to be home when she awoke. In my heart, I was aware it could be the last time I saw him alive, and though he barely knew it as my sister and I departed, we whispered our tearful goodbyes to him, urging him to let go for a swift and seamless passing, should we miss it. Many months after Dad died – after the restless nights, the vivid dreams featuring him alive and smiling, and after beating myself up and finally forgiving myself for not taking a more proactive role in battling his cancer – I could contemplate my own loss and sometimes control my tears. But other times -- like my daughters’ birthdays, or the first time my eldest spontaneously danced ballet for about 15 minutes for all her extended family and their ensuing cameras, or the

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moment my one-year-old started pointing her index finger to meet a loved one’s, just like her big sister did with my Dad at that age – those are the times I am unable to move beyond missing him and grieving his loss. My daughters notice, and ask me if I am sad because I miss Granddad. What they don’t realize is that I am missing him for them: It is my children’s loss I mourn the most. I understand parents should predecease their children. That is the natural order of things, after all. However, if your parent dies while your own children are still young (or yet to be), the loss is multiplied; for then you are no longer “simply” suffering your own loss, you are mindfully mourning the loss of a grandparent for your children, as well. My girls -- at two and a half years, and six months -- were too young to know my Dad before he died; they will not have memories of him, except for those I establish since his death. I selfishly yearn for ten (twenty? thirty!) extra years so they could truly know their Granddad for all his quirky jokes, his faults and his honor. A Changing Demographic The unfortunate truth is our children no longer have their lifetimes to establish a relationship with their grandparents. Many of us will be parenting our children without one, or both, of our own parents. Allison Gilbert explains this in her book Parentless Parents: How the Loss of Our Mothers and Fathers Impacts the Way We Raise Our Children. While our overall life expectancy is increasing, it is not keeping pace with the over 200 percent increase in the number of babies being born to women age 35 and over, over the last three decades. “For the first time in U.S. history, millions of children (and their parents) are vulnerable to having less time with their grandparents than more,” says Gilbert.

Where Can I Go For Local Support? Grief Place N.C.W. Loss Support provides a caring community of volunteers who help individual adults, children and their families reconcile their grief through activities and sharing in a safe, supportive, confidential, and affirming environment. The center is located in Wenatchee, WA. It’s brick facility at 1610 5th Street is a former house on the campus of the Wenatchee Valley Community College. They offer a long list of grief groups for all different ages and types. From suicide to widowers, to childern to adults. They also host Camp Erin each year. 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. Visit their website at www.griefplace.org I concur with Gilbert that this is a truly irreplaceable loss: not only for trusted childcare, but also in sharing knowledge, from family genealogy to specific skills sets like sailing, quilting or fishing. For those of us without a parent or parents, we must take on the responsibility of actively communicating aspects of that person’s life with our children. We begin by sharing photos and stories, but when our kids’ eyes gloss over, we need another approach. How Can You Retain Their Memory? “If you have some tangible things that were special to you from or because of your parents, sit with your child and tell them about it,” says “parentless parent” Hildi Cornwell, whose mother died when she was 14, and father when she was 26. “I told [my son] about my homemade pound puppies and we played with my purple pinewood derby car together a lot.” Gilbert also suggests taking “Grandparent Field Trips” to Grandpa’s workplace or Grandma’s hometown, so your children can experience them. Also, to see what physical attributes your children take from their grandparents, Gilbert recommends layering photos. Another suggestion is you write letters to your child “from” his or her grandparent. (This is a tough one for me personally, as my Dad was a man of few words; however, I love the idea.) If your parent is sick but able, have him record his voice reading a favorite book, like ’Twas the Night Before Christmas, or have her write or transcribe a letter to her grandchildren. These will become invaluable keepsakes and will provide conversation starters over the years. How Can You Parent When You Need to Be Parented Yourself? As Gilbert points out, no matter how many parenting books you read, the experts can not supply the answers to a parent’s eternal question, “Was I like that?” One might take for granted a grandparent’s “When your Mom was your age …” tale, but for parents without parents, these stories are like gold. Gilbert suggests maintaining communication with your parents’ friends, neighbors, coworkers, and other family members – anyone who can relate stories to your kids as your parents would have. Those stories are as much for you, as they are for your children. “I still desperately need to be parented, too,” says Jessica Minor, who was 21 when her mother died. “My mother would search my eyes and know just what to say to point me in the right direction. I feel like I need her more than ever at this stage in my life.” Minor, a mother of three, says she grieves daily that she is not able to navigate these early years of parenthood with her; all the ins and outs, ups and downs. To help compensate, Gilbert insists you parent yourself. You can’t expect your spouse or your in-laws to take on the role of parenting you, because their roles are already defined. “I must do the things I think my parents would have urged me to do for myself,” says Gilbert, citing examples like working out, spending time with friends, or going for a walk. “No one is saying that my kids don’t need things and that my husband isn’t rightfully in need of whatever his needs are at that particular time. But my job alone – and one no one else can take care of – is making sure that the voice that takes care of me, is equally loud.”

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Parks And Rec

What can you do if your parent friend loses a parent? atch the kids while the family makes funeral preparations. My in-laws were on their way to visit Dad, but stayed extra days to watch our girls while my husband accompanied me to the funeral home, church, etc. Their presence for my children during a difficult time was invaluable.

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Where Can You Find Help? Death of any loved one, whether unanticipated or long-expected, elicits grief. “Grief is very normal, and it can be very helpful to share your experiences with your peers,” says Vicky Ott, Executive Director at Fernside Grief Center. “That’s true for both children and adults.” When explaining death to your children, Ott urges use of specific language. Say things like, “the body stopped working and [he/she] died,” rather than, “they are sleeping and they won’t ever wake up,” which can yield sleep issues for young children. “To pretend it did not happen, or it is not going to happen, is not helpful,” says Ott. In a way, parents without a parent are given an opportunity to teach our children perspective. Our children’s lives will be full of ups and downs, and some of those hindrances will be inconvenient; others will be life-changing. Parents without parents can better illustrate the difference. Networking Though Grief Just as there is no timeframe for grief, there is also no way to predict when it will strike the hardest. Though I anticipated all of “the firsts” to be difficult, my mood unexpectedly plummets when I am confronted by a sudden reminder, or when I hear of someone else’s loss. During those times, I rely on my network of friends. If you prefer virtually instant cyber support, you can join the Parentless Parents group on Facebook, which Gilbert moderates. Also, in response to her book, Gilbert has helped establish chapters of Parentless Parents support groups across the United States and Canada. She can be reached at allison@allisongilbert.com for chapter information or possible discussion topics. Unlike employees, parents do not get bereavement time. But we do enter into a sort of special club, populated by people who anticipate your needs before you can verbalize them: a beloved cousin who holds your screaming baby through the 21-gun salute at the funeral, or a parent of your child’s friend who realizes a common bond, or the thoughtful friend who, despite your protests, stocks your pantry and fridge while you are at the hospital, even including a new teether for the baby. You will especially recognize those who have lost loved ones before you, because they look you squarely in the eye when they say they are “here for you.” It is not just a saying; they are. We are. When we are suffering, you are there to hold our hands, or our car keys, at precisely the right moment. And for those spontaneous acts of kindness, we appreciate you, always.

Be specific. After making all of the decisions involving a funeral, the last thing I wanted was to make another decision. Instead of saying, “Let me know what day works best for you,” say, “I’m making a chicken pot pie and I’m bringing it over Tuesday around 5 p.m. Is that OK?” Remember the important dates. Copy the deceased’s birth dates and dates of death from the prayer cards into your own calendar, and call your friend the week of the anniversary.

Share a warm memory with your friend when you recall it. My cousin randomly shared a story she remembered about my Dad winning a headstand contest at a family gathering, and his keys and spare change falling out of his pockets. I had forgotten that moment until she emailed me; but I savored the smile it brought to my face upon recalling it. Listen. If your friend calls because she is sad about losing her parent (even months or years later) listen and identify with her loss. Don’t offer consolation like, “He’s in a better place now,” because those words ring empty when that moment of missing him is so great. March/April 2014

Healthcare

Women, Babies & the Affordable Care Act: Breast pumps and More We’ve all heard various rumblings about “Obamacare” and the Affordable Care Act. Now that much of it has gone into effect, you are probably wondering even more how it will affect your family. As a primary maternity care provider, I thought I would highlight some of the key ways that these new changes to our health care system will influence women, babies and families. As part of the changes to health care services resulting from the Affordable Care Act, annual check-ups for all family members are completely covered for almost all insurance plans*:

By Kristin Effland , a midwife at Wenatchee Midwives in Wenatchee. She and her team collaborated to write this article

R Well-baby and well-child visits are free of charge R Your deductibles do not apply to one Annual Wellness Visit per person per year for each of your family members R Co-payments are waived for one Annual Wellness Visit per year per person R For women over 21, this includes your gynecological exam & pap R Mammograms are also included free of charge R Flu shots are available free of charge for all adults and children R Since you won’t pay an extra penny for each of your family members to have an Annual Wellness Visit, you no longer have to skip this preventative service even if you have a high deductible or a co-pay for other visits.

For your children: R Flu shots are available free of charge for all children and adults R Well-baby and well-child services are free of charge R You may be surprised to find that your children qualify for complete coverage under Washington Apple Health at no monthly premium cost to you. Find out with no strings attached at: www.wahealthplanfinder.org

Now that Obamacare has gone into effect, you are probably wondering even more how it will effect you family. If you are a pregnant mother-to be: R R R R

You don’t need a referral for OB-GYN or Midwife services You can receive a breast pump free of charge - see below for more info! Lactation services are covered to help you succeed at breastfeeding You may be surprised to find that while you are pregnant, you may qualify for complete coverage under Washington Apple Health at no monthly premium cost to you. You can determine what plans you are eligible for by visiting: www.wahealthplanfinder.org

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When your babies aren’t babies anymore: R Your children can be covered under your health insurance plan until they are 26 years old even if they are married, not living with you, attending school, not financially dependent on you and/or eligible to enroll in their employer’s plan. R This means, for example, if you have a young married 25 year old daughter who is pregnant but does not have health insurance, then she can be covered under your plan if it covers children.

If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed: R The cost of a breast pump or a rental for the duration of breastfeeding is covered R Call your insurance for details about when and how you can get your breast pump: ask about the specifics of your coverage for HCPC equipment code E0603 R All health insurance plans* must provide breastfeeding support, counseling, and equipment for the time that you breastfeed your baby. R Medela (a maker of breast pumps) provides a webpage where you can get more information about finding a supplier who accepts your insurance: www.medelabreastfeedingus.com/tips-andsolutions/168/where-can-i-get-my-pump R PMSI (Pacific Mothers Support, Inc.) is a local supplier of breast pumps through your insurance. You can call them directly for more information, but some plans may require a form from your provider. R Find them at: www.pacificmsi.com/ or call (425) 462-0577 R You may be able to acquire a breast pump for yourself directly or you may need your provider to fill out a form for you depending on the details of your insurance plan.

If you apply for new health insurance coverage: R You can’t be denied coverage for being pregnant at the time you apply R You can’t be denied coverage for a pre-existing condition that you or your children have R You can no longer be charged more because you are a woman of childbearing age who may choose to have a family. If you or one of your family members experiences a tragic accident: R You can’t be asked to pay more for accessing the nearest emergency room even if that hospital is out-of-network. You also don’t need prior approval before accessing these services. R Your health insurance plan can’t stop paying after the costs of you or your child’s health care has reached a certain limit for any reason including expensive diseases like cancer. R This means that families who find themselves in these terrible circumstances don’t also have to file bankruptcy as many of them did in the past when their lifetime plan limits were exceeded. All of these changes are new and they may feel overwhelming or confusing. R Look for some paperwork from your insurance company called a “Summary of Benefits and Coverage.” This paperwork is meant to be a short, easy-to-understand summary of what a plan covers and costs R For more information about plans available in Washington or to apply for coverage, visit: www.wahealthplanfinder.org

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*A select few plans have been “grandfathered” in and do not have to follow the new rules established by the Affordable Care Act. Grandfathered plans are those that were in existence on March 23, 2010 and haven’t been changed in ways that substantially cut benefits or increase costs for consumers. If you hold one of these plans, your insurance company was required to notify you. For more information about the benefits that may not be available with grandfathered plans, visit: www.healthcare. gov/what-if-i-have-a-grandfathered-health-plan/

March/April 2014

Meet The Family

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Now that we have kids...... Mom: My quiet moments are filled with creative business ideas and dream vacations and more!

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When I was little I dreamed about being: Mom: I went through a phase of wanting to be a pilot, nanny and travel agent. But always come back to wanting to be in nature....Horticulture had me dreaming of greenhouses & flower shops. Dad: I always told everyone I was going to be a missionary

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The Wintersteins are a fun family who are brand new to Wenatchee. They moved here this last Fall from Minnesota, when Timothy took on the new job as Pastor of Faith Lutheran Church in East Wenatchee. Timothy was born and raised in Olympia, WA and Tennille was born and raised in Lodi, CA. They met in Portland Oregon while Tennille was working with Youth With A Mission and Tim was starting his freshman year at Concordia Portland. While mingling over music and good looks, they exchanged info and later became an official long distance couple. They got married a year and a half later and will be celebrating 13 years this summer. They have four kids, Lucia, 9, Jonas, 6, Salem, 5 and Cyrus, 2. They all go to either St. Paul’s Lutheran School or Faith Lutheran Preschool. They are looking forward to exploring the great Valley of Wenatchee and all the outdoor adventures, even though they don’t consider themselves “outdoorsy”.

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Dad: I view them as my greatest missionary activity, so to speak, since they are the ones whom God has put right in front of me My kid’s surprise me because they.. Mom: They have grace and forgiveness like nobody’s business. As we know, parenting and life can be messy at times and brings out our not so gracious moments.:-) When they offer that to me, I can have moments with them to bask in. Dad: Always pick up things that aren’t necessarily spoken. They pick up easily on gestures and body language that convey things I might not want to convey to them. They continually hold me accountable for words and actions, because I hear things coming out of their mouths that sound

exactly like how I said things. That’s humbling and impresses upon me the importance of being careful what I say and how I say it. Our favorite family activity is: Mom: “talent” shows are a must with four kids Dad: Exploring new pl places, especially outside Mom (Tennille) is the best at: Dad: Creativity and not allowing us to be stuck in any kind of rut for very long. I’d probably stay inside more often, and the children wouldn’t have nearly as much variety in their activities! Dad (Tim) is best at? Mom: Keeping us grounded. If not for him, I’d be even more inconsistent & uncommitted. I’m very easily bored and feel the “need” for change so his constant and strength are a character trait I’ve come to crave, even if I just watch him be the level headed one. What’s your secret for balancing it all: Mom: Ha, I know you should be able to do that with a family of six , but being a night owl helps me to get it together for the next day.... and my other advice, don’t read blogs of amazing do-it-all women if it only makes you feel bad. If you can gain encouragement and skill then read on. Our Creator knew what he was doing when He gave these beloved to us, knowing we were the right fit for them, so revel in being adored by those little ones and loved by those around you. Dad: I wish I knew. When the kid’s are all grown, we are going to: Mom: Have my hands in the dirt, in chairs of live music venues, in the boat with my man and breathing in the newborn scent of grand babies Dad: Travel to Germany and Italy and explore our genealogies Something that might surprise you about me: Mom: I love working on our genealogy, and I have a love/hate for all things nautical...Pirates, shipwrecks, sea life, and mermaids. Dad: I have a number of tattoos. What I love about our family: Mom: The things that have made us stronger I never Imagined. Life in ministry, depression raising its ugly head, living away from family, raising four future adults, wayward family members, together with the glue of faith and grace we can withstand and enjoy the character built, which our family will tell of. Dad: Watching the children’s different personalities and how they are each developing into the unique people they are going to be. That’s exciting to think about, especially as I consider how each of my

brothers are involved in widely different jobs and activities. If I were stranded on a island with one book and one meal what would it be: Mom: Oh man, now you’re gonna know I’m not much a reader.....well, the one book I’ve finished and can recall is Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. My meal would be Mexican first course, Chinese second, and third course, Thai food Dad: My one book would be Flannery O’Connor’s Collected Stories, and my meal would be a good Imperial Stout (pretty much a meal) What’s left on your bucket list: Mom: Own a flower shop and live above it. Dad: Live within driving distance of all my brothers. Visit the distilleries of Scotland. Before I had kid’s I never thought I’d: Mom: Feel like I’m channeling my mother in almost all I’m doing throughout my day. Dad: Feel so out of control sometimes. Just when I thought I had conquered various personality deficits, along came an argumentative six year old... Favorite family hangout in Wenatchee: Mom: I know we will enjoy the river, the hikes, and camping here we come. We really are not that outdoorsy/REI type of a couple; we just don’t wanna be stuck indoors anywhere with four kids! Dad: Having only been here a short time, I think it’s probably going to be all the outdoor recreational opportunities. Parks, trails, fishing, snow activities. Our go to place to eat in Wenatchee Mom: I will make everyone like Golden East , It’s my favorite. And I loved Cafe Rio Dad: Probably Red Robin or Applebees Our favorite thing about living here is: Mom: Majestic mountains, water, agriculture, any culture (got enough Norwegian in MN) and I’m loving our Kids at Saint Paul’s Lutheran School, being close with teachers and other parents is new to our involvement at schools. It’s exciting to see them bloom there. Dad: After living for so long in a very small town (435 people), I like being able to walk to places, and be constantly confronted by the beauty of the mountains at the same time. It doesn’t hurt to be about two and half days closer to family. My favorite thing about Tim is: Mom: All about his eyes and poetic way with life My favorite thing about Tennille is: Dad: Her encouragement for the children, and holding me to the same. She is my exact complement

March/April 2014

Swimming

To Learn To Swim Is a Lifetime Gift

Velocity Swimming has arrived in Wenatchee! BY MAX CRISTOFORI

The Nation’s Leading Learn to Swim School has come to the Wenatchee area! Velocity Splash, the swimming lessons arm of Velocity Swimming a Year-Round USA Swimming club is offering SwimAmerica swim lessons to all children ages 4 and up at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel on 1921 N Wenatchee Ave. SwimAmerica is the state of the art learn-to-swim program in the world today developed by coaches on the USA Olympic Swimming team. Our swim lessons coach, Max Cristofori is certified by the American Swimming Coaches Association and brings a decade of swim lessons experience to Velocity Splash. Our program is designed to teach children to swim in a warm pool, with small class sizes, so that they quickly learn how to become water safe. We instruct student how to swim using the most effective methods known. Our class size will never exceed 4 students to 1 teacher. This way every student will receive caring, personal attention.

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When should my child learn to swim? Living in the Wenatchee Valley your child is surrounded by water. We believe that swimming lessons should start as soon as they are able to really learn the basics, which is why our program is designed for children 4 and up. Our classes are geared towards teaching basic survival techniques which quickly makes young swimmers water safe while at the same time teaching them the important foundations of swimming.

Why SwimAmerica for my child?

Lots of organizations and individuals teach swimming lessons – we don’t teach lessons, we focus on technique (more later). What differentiates our program is that every instructor is a member of the American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA). Why does that matter? In order to be certified they’ve received training on the development of proper stroke technique and have training to refresh and renew their knowledge. ASCA coaches are at the heart of the USA Swimming program, and ultimately train USA Olympic

First, we’re technique oriented. We teach your child to swim like a pro with expert technique from the very first day in the water. They’ll start with learning how to exhale underwater... and progress through every skill that an Olympic Swimmer will learn when they learned to swim. Second, we’re goal-directed. Our coaches (in-water instructors) focus on the critical skills to achieve to move your child through the teaching progression as rapidly as they can do so. All learning is individually based... your child will learn as fast as they are able to do so, no waiting for those “slower in development.” That’s crucial when your child’s safety is at stake.

How do I know when my child knows how to swim? In SwimAmerica, we use a high standard. We are in business to save lives. That means a person can maintain themselves indefinitely in the water. To do so, requires the ability to exhale used air and inhale new air. That’s called

Aerobic Swimming. ( just like being able to talk while you jog!) Our standard is that a person should be able to swim 300 yards non-stop, and swim 6 different styles of swimming, to be considered a “swimmer.” The distance of 300 yards is important. Scientists have found that humans can swim 200 yards without being able to breathe effectively. But without the ability to breathe effectively, eventually that person will get in trouble, and possibly endanger their life. That is why we set our standard of 300 yards of non-stop swimming.

What can my child expect the first day of SwimAmerica swim lessons? At SwimAmerica you will find our swim coaches take a caring approach to teaching children to swim. Coaches are trained to help reluctant children to adapt to the learn- toswim environment. This is again why no class size will ever exceed 4 students to 1 teacher.

Where do I sign up?

Head over to www.Velocity-Swimming.com or contact our coach directly, Phone: (928) 276-2050 or by email CoachC@Velocity-Swimming.com

Max Cristofori (Coach C.)was born in Yuma, Arizona He joined Velocity Swimming in January 2014 from Yuma, AZ, where the Yuma Heat broke over 70 team records during his three years as an Assistant Coach. Coach C was involved with aquatics in the Yuma area for 9 years. In addition to his Assistant coaching position for the Yuma Heat, Coach C was the Head Coach of the Yuma Sandsharks Summer League Team, the Head Coach for the City of Yuma Recreational Swimming League and a volunteer swim coach for the Special Olympics of Yuma. In addition to his coaching, Coach C also served as a pool manager for the City of Yuma and is a certified Swim Instructor and Lifeguard. He is ASCA Level II Certified. Coach C is thrilled to join the Velocity family and is looking forward to creating great memories and great people.

You’ll find two critically important features in SwimAmerica Learn to Swim:

March/April 2014

Parenting

Coalition Corner

By Alma Sanchez, WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor

Welcome to Coalition Corner! We at the Breastfeeding Awareness Coalition of Wenatchee would like to help our community make informed choices about how to feed their baby. Kid Connect has been generous enough to give us this space where we are able to share what we know with all of you on topics such as: easy steps to get started, working and breastfeeding, “booby traps,” etc. We hope this will be a place that new and experienced moms alike can turn to get research-based, practical information to make the best decisions for them and their baby. We look forward to sharing with you all. Now here is our introductory article on the Benefits of Breastfeeding. Expecting a baby is a time of change and wondrous anticipation. A woman’s body carries and nourishes the development of a brand new tiny person. Once she feels that first flutter, she knows there is someone really there, within her. She might first wonder if she will have a boy or a girl. What will the baby look like? What will they name him or her? What color to paint the nursery? There are so many details and scenarios to consider. However, there is one decision that is often delayed until the last minute, “How will I feed my baby?” There are two choices: breastfeeding and/or giving formula. The policy statement of the American Academy of Pediatrics tells us this:

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“Given the documented short-and long-term medical and neurodevelopmental advantages of breastfeeding, infant nutrition should be considered a public health issue, and not a choice.” -American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) This statement is quite bold. No one likes to be told what to do, but it is important to make informed decisions. Although most moms have heard that “breastfeeding is healthy,” “breastfeeding is good,” and/or “breast is best,” the details aren’t always known. So let’s explore some of the numerous benefits together.

The benefits of breastfeeding or giving the baby breast milk increase in a way that is directly related to the amount and length of breastfeeding.

The following facts come from the most recent Policy Statement of the AAP and only begin to scratch the surface. All of the research shows that breastfeeding or giving a baby breastmilk does not just provide nutrition, but also provides a wide range of health and emotional benefits. Even moms benefit from breastfeeding. It is important to note that the benefits increase in a way that is directly related to the amount and length of breastfeeding. The way this works is that the risk of illness and disease decrease as the amount of breastmilk received and the length of time it is given increase. That is incredible! Here are just some examples of this and some numbers to help illustrate:

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Respiratory Infections and Ear Infections Two of the most common illnesses that babies suffer from are ear and respiratory infections. Here is where moms play a vital role in the health of their babies. Depending on how much a baby is breastfed, both a decrease in the frequency of colds by 63% and severity of colds by 74% are possible. That is huge! Ear infections can also be reduced up to 63%. Another point, just to show the impact of duration, is that “infants who exclusively breastfed for 4-6 months had a fourfold increase in the risk of pneumonia compared with infants who exclusively breastfed for more than 6 months (AAP).” Given all this, the last place we want to see our baby is in the hospital, and breastfeeding for more than 4 months reduces the risk of hospitalization related to these issues by 72%!

Gastrointestinal Issues Moms can also help their babies with tummy issues and stomach bugs. How so? By a 64% reduction in gastrointestinal tract infections, a 52% decrease in celiac disease, and a 31% reduction of inflammatory bowel disease.

Allergic Diseases

Premature Infant

Breastfeeding for 3-4 months can reduce asthma, atopic dermatitis, and eczema.

Preemies are very vulnerable. Breastfeeding preemies can be challenging but these babies need it the most. Breastfeeding provides a holistic set of benefits including those to the immune system and that special touch that comes from holding a baby skin to skin. It can reduce necrotizing enterocolitis (tissue death of the intestines) by 58-77% and exclusive breastfeeding can prevent some cases requiring surgery, neurodevelopmental disabilities, or death. Sepsis (a dangerous blood infection) can also be prevented in breastfed preemies. Breastfeeding greatly decreases having to take

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Many parents associate the prevention of SIDS only with the sleeping position of their baby, but there is more that can be done. Breastfeeding can reduce SIDS by 36%. In infants who were never breastfed, the rate of SIDs increases. That is a risk that is not worth taking. The study also tells us “…more than 900 infant lives per year may be saved in the United States if 90% of mothers exclusively breastfed for 6 months.”

“If we told moms there is a magic recipe that would help their babies be healthier from the day they are born all the way to adult hood, would they be interested? I think so... Now, if we told them that they hold the secret, what would they do?” Obesity Not only does breastfeeding prevent obesity in childhood, but the risk is reduced in adolescence and adulthood by 15-30% with any breastfeeding at all. For each month that you breastfeed your baby there is a 4% reduction of the risk. The key is that breastfed babies eat only the amount they need and are provided the best nutrition from the start.

a preemie back to the hospital after discharge. Long term studies show higher intelligence scores in premature babies given breast milk in the NICU. In adolescence, preemies who received breast milk were healthier overall.

Diabetes Diabetes is epidemic in America with at least 1 in 3 people at risk of getting it. Breastfeeding will reduce the risk of both types of diabetes by 30% in type 1 diabetes if a baby is exclusively breastfed for three months and an overall 40% decreased risk of type 2 with any breastfeeding.

Childhood Leukemia and Lymphoma Cancer is scary, and it’s horrifying to consider it happening to our children. By breastfeeding, we can reduce the risk of lymphocytic leukemia by 12-20% and reduce the risk of acute myeloid leukemia by 10-15%. Both depend on the length of breastfeeding.

Brain Development Food for thought: breastfed babies score higher in intelligence and teacher’s ratings in comparison with formula fed babies, and the scores increase even higher with exclusivity. The scores stay higher for these babies as they age.

Please join us for our meetings on the third Thursday of every month from 10:00-11:30am at Columbia Valley Community Health. For more information please contact Jody Ceesay at (509)664-3771 or jceesay@cvch.org

Benefits To Moms As if the benefits for babies are not enough, moms get some muchdeserved benefits too. Some benefits are decreased postpartum blood loss; more rapid shrinking of the uterus; increased child spacing; and decreased risk of rheumatoid arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and postpartum depression. Also, for each year of breastfeeding, the mom’s risk of type 2 diabetes drops by 4- 12%. Lastly, a major benefit of breastfeeding longer than 12 months is related to a 28% reduction in breast and ovarian cancer which continues to increase by 4.3% each additional year. All of this for helping out baby! It is amazing that our bodies are able to prevent all of these illnesses and diseases and those are only some of the benefits outlined by the American Academy of Pediatrics! The numbers not only show us the benefits of breastfeeding, but also the risks of not breastfeeding. There are many non-medical perks as well including the unique bond between a nursing infant and mother and the ease to breastfeeding that is often overlooked since it’s food for baby that is always clean, ready, the right temperature, and made specifically for baby. Also, let us not forget the economic benefits in which parents save money from not buying formula and lose less time at work due to sick babies. The US could save $13 billion per year if 90% of US families breastfed exclusively for six months. Hopefully this information piques the interest not just of mothers, but also our community in general and helps create an understanding of what a large effect the choice of breastfeeding plays in the health of our children, mothers, and the Valley as a whole so that we can all support and encourage mothers considering or actively breastfeeding.

March/April 2014

PARKSParks and REC and Rec

6 Things all Wenatchee residents should try to do each year By Sarah Fitzgerald

GET UP

We all know that we live in a beautiful valley. Breathtaking views of the Cascade foothills, winding rivers, or distant peaks can great us at every turn even if we’re just driving to the grocery store! Since we are constantly seeing the amazing scenery, over time it can cease to take our breath away. It becomes easy to take it for granted. I would encourage everyone to GET UP into the foothills each year to look at our valley from a new angle. Some great view points are minutes from town! Trails in the Jacobsen Preserve or the Sage Hills can award a hiker with fantastic vistas after just 2 minutes of hiking. Saddlerock is a Wenatchee landmark that rewards hikers with fantastic views of the entire valley. There are also amazing hikes that will give you a fresh look at our town up Horselake Road, Birch Mountain, and Mission Ridge. You can even enjoy a new look at the valley from your car at the top of Badger Mountain - a great option for non-hikers. Seeing our valley from a new perspective can be so refreshing. It can really help to renew your appreciation for this amazing valley we live in. For more information about these program offerings, contact Wenatchee Parks &

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Recreation. You can learn more about the great things the Wenatchee Row & Paddle Club is doing at www.wenatcheepaddle.org

GET DOWN

While climbing higher into the foothills around our city can be so rewarding, it can be just as much fun to GET DOWN into the lowest part of our valley the river! Another precious geographical feature that is easy to take for granted, the Columbia River offers so much to our community. Not only as a source to irrigate and power our area, but also as a recreation goldmine. Many enjoy fishing or waterskiing in the summer months, but there are other activities that can be enjoyed on the river nearly year-round. Whether it’s rowing, canoeing, kayaking, or the newest craze - stand-up paddle boarding, you’re bound to find something that will float your boat! Wenatchee Parks & Recreation has a great partnership with the Wenatchee Row & Paddle Club to offer easy entry-level river experiences to help get you started. Saturdays in April and May we offer family canoeing. This program is designed

to get families out on the water together to check out the ease and joy of canoeing along the Columbia banks. During spring break, the WRPC is the manpower behind our Row & Paddle Camp where kids in 4th-8th grade can try out a variety of water sports with the coaching of experienced volunteers. For more information about these program offerings, contact Wenatchee Parks & Recreation. You can learn more about the great things the Wenatchee Row & Paddle Club is doing at www. wenatcheepaddle.org

GET WARM

Whether you love or despise the snow (I know many people in each category!), the fact is our winters can be cold, dreary, and sometimes seem to last forever. The great thing about winter in Wenatchee is that there are so many opportunities to shake the winter doldrums and warm up with some super recreation options. One of the most obvious ways to WARM UP is to strap on your skis and hit the slopes at our very own Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort. Even if you aren’t a skier or snowboarder, there is still so much to enjoy on the mountain. Mission Ridge offers twilight snowshoe hikes on Saturday nights

throughout much of the season. Wenatchee Parks & Recreation also offers a family snowshoeing program on Saturday mornings in January & February. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very low cost program designed for families to try out the sport. We provide the snowshoes and they come in all sizes!

We do live in such an amazing valley. We truly get to experience 4 distinct seasons and beautiful geography.

If finding ways to WARM UP outside in the snow isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t for you, there are plenty more options for keeping warm during the Wenatchee winter. If you have young children, consider WARMING UP at our Indoor Playground. This program runs November - March on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings from 10am-12pm at the Wenatchee Community Center. We offer lots of trikes, slides, trampolines, and fun toys for kids 4 and under. For only $1/child you can let your child burn off some of that extra energy that can make life at home feel very restrictive in the cold, snowy months. Check out www.wenatcheeWA.gov to find out more about our programs, or check out www.missionridge.com to see more of what they have to offer.

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GET COOOL

On the opposite side of the weather spectrum, Wenatchee also offers warm, sunny summers. In fact, around the months of July and August, this place can get down right hot! So it’s important for all of us to find some fun ways to GET COOL. Wenatchee Parks & Recreation would love to help you find a way to do that. When the thermometer creeps up, check out one of the many ways we can help you get cool. Whether it’s signing up for swimming lesson at the city pool, playing with your youngsters at one of our wading pools at Washington, Pennsylvania, or Methow Parks, or cooling off under the cool showers of the Rotary Park Splash Pad - there are plenty of ways to GET COOL and to have fun doing it! For more information about these and other Parks & Recreaiton programs you can check out our Summer Activity Guide online at www. wenatcheeWA.gov or contact us to send you a copy in the mail.

GET DOWN

I would encourage everyone in Wenatchee (and everywhere else, for that matter) to GET MOVING every

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year. There are lots of Parks & Recreation Programs to help you out. To name just a few, we offer Hershey Track & Field in April - June, various sports camps and lessons throughout the summer months, and Special Olympics sports teams train through the year in 11 different sports. You could also join Run Wenatchee each Thursday for their club run - you choose either 5K or 10K. Lots of activities and prizes bring people back week after week, and Saddlerock Brewery discounts are available. Check out the fantastic stuff that Run Wenatchee is putting together for our community at www.runwenatchee.com.

GET TOGETHER

Lastly, everyone should GET TOGETHER each year. This one is my favorite, and I feel like it really drives everything that I do at Wenatchee Parks & Rec. There are so many ways that Parks & Recreation programs are creating environments for people to get together in a variety of ways. Bundle-up and eat a s’more downtown at our annual Bundle Up fest, or enjoy live music at Centennial Park on Saturday nights in July and August at the Caffe Mela Summer Concert Series. Bring your family to Walla Walla Point Park to watch the fireworks in celebration of

our country’s independence day, or dress up in your costumes to play games and win prizes at our annual Halloween Carnival at the Wenatchee Convention Center. You can even wear your PJs to our annual Movie in the Park in September at Lincoln Park, and enjoy snuggling with your kids as you watch a family movie under the stars. We do live in such an amazing valley. We truly get to experience 4 distinct seasons and beautiful geography. Plus we get many of the benefits of living in a small town, but there are still so many things going on to enjoy with your family. All of the recreational opportunities mentioned are coordinated by Wenatchee Parks and Recreation or one of our many community partners, so feel free to contact

us for more info. The 2014 Summer Activity Guide is now available for download at www.wenatcheeWA.gov. All elementary school kids in Wenatchee & East Wenatchee school districts should be bringing one of these guides home in their backpack by spring break, or contact us to have one mailed to you. Sarah Fitzgerald, City of Wenatchee Recreation Coordinator 509-888-3283 sfitzgerald@wenatcheeWA.gov

Day by Day Calendar

Ashlynn, Conley and Tenley McGinnis

Your Guide to FUN in the Wenatchee Valley Note from Nikki: All events with a RED BOX around them take place in Leavenworth. Also, don’t miss the weekly events in a separate box on page 36/37! We have them placed there so that they don’t jam up the entire calendar, hiding other new events. 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 spring. Happy Planning and Enjoy!

SATURDAY, MARCH 1 Wenatchee Valley Symphony Orchestra Concert 7:00pm at the PAC, 123 N Wenatchee Ave. $16-$35 For tickets, call 663ARTS, visit www.pacwen.org or the box office. A GPS for the Senior Years 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM This senior wellness retreat is held Friday evening, Feb. 28, and all day Saturday, March 1. It includes short talks by a variety of health care and social work professionals, small group discussions, yoga, food and fun. The workshop will empower seniors to accept aging as a healthy, normal part of the human journey and help them find purpose and joy in life. At Cascade Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 1550 Sunset Hwy, East Wenatchee. $25 (with registration or at the door) For More Info: Rev. Laura Shennum | 509-886-4023 The Strollin Colon The staff and physicians of Confluence Health cordially invite you to take a stroll through your colon … at Pybus Market. Of cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States and the third most common cancer in men and in women. Fortunately, colon cancer is a preventable disease. Colon cancer arises from colon polyps which can be found and removed during a screening colonoscopy. From 9:00am to 3:00pm on both Saturday and Sunday, March 1 and 2, you can stroll through a colon …. at Pybus Market …. and hear from the medical; experts how to prevent and detect this disease.

Rocky Reach Dam Visitor Center Opens Opening day for the 2014 Season…… which means the GEOCACHING also begins! Wenatchee Wild vs. Riverbrown Bears 7:05pm @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee Home Depot Kids Workshop 9am-Noon. Free workshop at Home Depot, where kids, ages 5-12, will be making a Trojan Horse Bank. Register online or in store. Homedepot.com/workshops/kidsworkshops Wenatchee Firefighter Fundraiser 10am to 4pm: Climbing a Stairmaster Full Fire Gear and SCBA at Pybus Market Donations will be accepted, which will go to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). Please support the Wenatchee Fire & Rescue Team by going to http://www.llswa.org/site/TR/ Events/FirefighterStairclimb?team_ id=54812&pg=team&fr_id=1350 and click Donate. Cash, check or even electronic donations will be accepted at the March 1 event at Pybus. Bring the little ones down for tours of the fire truck. For additional information, contact Mike Atkinson, Wenatchee Fire and Rescue, 509-679-0863.

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Liam and Natlie

SUNDAY, MARCH 2 The Strollin Colon At Pybus Market, 9am-3pm. See March 1 Wenatchee Wild vs. Riverbrown Bears 3:05pm @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee

March/April 2014

Weekly Events by Day EVERY MONDAY After School Action 3:30-5:30, FREE @ Communitiy Center, September-April Activities include video games, homework help, sports, computer use, games, snacks, special projects and more. Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics, 230 S Columbia in Wenatchee 9:30-11am, for ages 5 and under. $7 per child, $3 for siblings. Indoor Playground 10am-12pm @ the Community Center in Wenatchee, 504 South Chelan Ave $1/child, ages 5 and under. Every Mon, Tues & Wed. through March 24 Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) @ Saddlerock Presbyterian Church , 6:45pm-8:30pm. BSF is a free, nondenominational, international study for women. Dig deeper into the bible today and meet some amazing women while you are at it! Children’s bible study occurs at the same time for school age children. Children must be registered first before attending, women are welcome to join at any time. Currently studying Matthew! bsfinternational.org NCW Young Life Meets every Monday Night 7:30pm-9:00pm @ Pybus Market in the Event Center. Navigating the teen years is a challenge, an adventure, and exciting ride...a scary ride! It’s a time of life when you’re searching for serious answers and serious direction. It’s also a time when you feel all alone. Young Life leaders understand where teens are at, and have an ear and heart to listen, to hang out, to help get through this volatile and crazy time! If you are a teen or know a teen that is looking for a lot of fun and some real answers to what’s going on, come chill with us. Young Life is a place you can be real, be yourself, be accepted and have a great time. Indoor Ultimate Frisbee (Goaltimate) A group of adults and teenagers play indoor Ultimate Frisbee (called Goaltimate) on Monday and Thursday nights at Foothills Middle School in the big gym. 8:00pm10:00pm. You can come in the side door on the east side of the building. Bring tennis shoes and a light and dark shirt. We love having

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beginners and folks with good spirit who want to stay in shape over the winter.

EVERY TUESDAY Play Gym @ SPORT Gymnastics 9:30-11am, for ages 6 and under. $5 per child, $9 per family. Indoor Playground 10am-12pm @ the Community Center in Wenatchee, 504 South Chelan Ave $1/child, ages 5 and under. Every Mon, Tues & Wed. through March 25 Citizenship Classes FREE; 6:30-8:30p, at Faith Lutheran Church, 224 Benton Street in Leavenworth. Citizenship classes to prepare for the citizenship application & exam. Bi-lingual classes Tuesday nights, Materials provided, English classes are offered simultaneously. Employers inform your employees! Takes place at P.D. Elementary. You can join classes any time! For more info, email office@faithlutheran. org or call 548-7010. After School Action 3:30-5:30, FREE @ Communitiy Center, September-April Activities include video games, homework help, sports, computer use, games, snacks, special projects and more.

EVERY WEDNESDAY After School Action 3:30-5:30, FREE @ Communitiy Center, September-April Activities include video games, homework help, sports, computer use, games, snacks, special projects and more. Indoor Playground 10am-12pm @ the Community Center in Wenatchee, 504 South Chelan Ave $1/child, ages 5 and under. Every Mon, Tues & Wed. through March 26 Love Project Led by Dr. Robert Brizee Wednesdays at 7pm in the upper rom of First United Methodist Church, September-May. All are welcome. For more info, contact Dr. Bob Brizee at 662-6745. This group will choose which forms and expressions of love in marriage, with children, extended family,

hurtful relatives, persons who hold radically different values, persons who have violated others. This group will take seriously Jesus’ “Love Your Enemy”. WVC Hepcats Swing Dance Lesson from 7-8pm, Dance from 8-10pm. All ages welcome! $5/night or $35 year membership. Come as you are and no need for a partner! Line Dancing 7:00pm at Alt 12 Fitness in Wenatchee. Free for members, $5 for non-members. More info, 289-0125

EVERY THURSDAY Play Gym @ SPORT Gymnastics 9:30-11am, for ages 6 and under. $5 per child, $9 per family Begins September 12 Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) @ Wenatchee Free Methodist 9:00am-11:00am This year the study is on the book of Matthew. Childcare is available once they are registered. www. bsfinternational.org Indoor Ultimate Frisbee (Goaltimate) A group of adults and teenagers play indoor Ultimate Frisbee (called Goaltimate) on Monday and Thursday nights at Foothills Middle School in the big gym. 8:00pm10:00pm. You can come in the side door on the east side of the building. Bring tennis shoes and a light and dark shirt. We love having beginners and folks with good spirit who want to stay in shape over the winter. Bring a friend! Scottish Dancing 6:30pm at Irish Dance Studio in Wneatchee. All levels welcome. more info, call 663-3743 Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Group A Free, fun and interactive time for the children in your life to learn through play! 10:00am-11:30 at Wenatchee Public Library, 310 Douglas St. in Wenatchee.

EVERY FRIDAY Play Gym @ SPORT Gymnastics 10-11:30am, for ages 6 and under. $5 per child, $9 per family

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Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Group A Free, fun and interactive time for the children in your life to learn through play! 9:00am-11:00 at Hope Childhood Development Center in Wenatchee. Nights Out, Lights Out Public Ice Skate @ The Rink at Town Toyota Center. 7pm-9pm $5 admission, $2 skate rental. 667-7847, towntoyotacenter.com Live Music at Pybus Public Market, 7 N Worthern St. 6-8pm on the railcar

@ the Sportsplex, 2 Fifth St, Wenatchee

Classes Offered Spring 2014 Sparks: 18-35 months **Parent Participation Required**

Igniters: 3-4 yr olds

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Flames: 5-6 yr olds

Flares: 7-8 yr olds

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Mar 3rd - April 7th (Mondays) Flames: 5:15 - 6:00 PM Flares: 6:00 - 6:45 PM

Mar 4th - April 8th (Tuesdays) Igniters: 11:15AM - 12:00

EVERY SATURDAY

Sparks: 5:15 - 6:00 PM Igniters: 6:00 - 6:45 PM

Play Gym @ SPORT Gymnastics 9:30-10:45 and 11-12:15pm for ages 6 and under. $5 per child, $9 per family

$56.00 per 6 week session $12.00 Annual Player Card For more info go to wvsportsplex.com or call 888-5200

Indoor Park @ Apple Valley Gymnastics, 230 S Columbia in Wenatchee 8:30-10am, for ages 5 and under. $7 per child, $3 for siblings. Famerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market 10:00am-2:00pm Inside Pybus Market, 7 N Worthen St. in Wenatchee Social Dancing Waltz, Swing, Night Club, Latin, Country. 7:00pm on Saturdays at Mountainview Fitness in East Wenatchee. Beginner lesson until 7:30pm, open dance until 9:30pm, no partner needed. $5. For more information, 630-2947

Join Us For Our Spring Irish Dance Camp! Irish Dinner & Dance Fundraiser

March 31 - April 4 9-10am & 10-11am, Beginners $50

March 16th 5pm-7pm @ Wenatchee Valley Museum Tickets:

$30/person or $200/table of 8

www.wenatcheeirishdance.com ~ (509) 679-1788 March/April 2014

Wenatchee MOPS

2nd and 4th Tuesdays 9am-11am @ Wenatchee Free Methodist Church, 1601 5th St. Contact: Jill Thayer: 393-4461 or jill.thayer.391@facebook.com

What is it?

MOPS stands for “Mothers Of Pre-Schoolers” , pregnant women through Kindergarten. MOPS is a grassroots movement that believes moms are world influencers. Incubating hearts and giving just-because-hugs can change the course of history. That’s why moms connect all over the world to a community of women, in their neighborhoods, who meet together to laugh, cry, and embrace the journey of motherhood. MOPS groups are rallying women to be more honest, to feel more equipped and to find their identity along side one another. These are moms. And moms make a better world. So contact your local MOPS (or simply just show up!) and join this amazing group of women!

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

East Wenatchee Library 271 9th Street NE 886-7404

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

Peshastin Library

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

East Wenatchee MOPS

2nd and 4th Wednesdays 9am-11am at Faith Lutheran Church, 171 Eastmont Ave Contact: Bonny Langford, 884-7623 or email east.mops@facebook.com Faithluteranwen.com/mops

Leavenworth MOPS

2nd Friday of every month 9:30am-11:30am at Leavenworth Church of The Nazarene, 111 Ski Hill Dr. Contact: Linny Jones 548-9923

Wenatchee Library

Chelan Library

Story Time: Mon. Tues. & Wed. 10:30am

Story Time: Wednesdays 10:00am

Baby Rhyme Time: Fridays 10:00am in the Children’s room

14138 Kinzel Street 748-1517

310 Douglas Street 662-5021

Pajama Story Time: Tuesdays 7:00pm Come in your PJ’s! All Ages

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

417 Bradley 682-5131

Entiat Library

Story Time: Wednesdays 10:00am

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

Academic Toolbox

2127 N Wenatchee Ave. Wenatchee Story Times: April 10 and 11 10:30am

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MONDAY, MARCH 3 Successful Breastfeeding 6:30-8:30pm in Rooms A & B, 1201 S Miller Street in Wenatchee (the Hospital). The basics of breastfeeding, troubleshooting, pumping, resources and more. Free! Contact Joan at 665-6140 or jslack@cwhs.com for more info. Registration at St Pauls New Student Registration opens at St. Paul’s Lutheran School, Preschool through 6th Grade. Preschool and early grades fill up fast! Call- 509-662-4757

TUESDAY, MARCH 4 Pybus University: Adventures in Kenya 7:00pm-8:15pm, pre-registration is required. Sign up at www. pybuspulicmarket.org/sign-up/pybusuniversity/ ‘Who Cares About Kelsey’ Movie Screening FREE! 5:30pm at the PAC (123 N Wenatchee Ave). A documentary film about a high schooler with one goal—to

graduate. She deals with homelessness, sexual abuse, ADHD. Watch the true story of Kelsey’s transformation from a defiant and disruptive “problem student” to a motivated and self-confident young woman. There will be refreshments provided and a discussion panel and exhibits by local service organizations. For more information, contact Kory Kalahar, 663-7947 Drawing Horses with Patti Erikson Patti has a passion for art, and horses! She will teach you drawing techniques focusing on horse anatomy and movement using graphite pencils and colored pencils, crayons, and more. Bring your favorite horse photo for inspiration. Patti’s love for horses came first, and art soon followed. She has been creating art on canvas and large murals in Leavenworth for over 20 years. She currently manages a small horse farm where she also gives horseback riding lessons. 4pm and 5pm classes are FULL! Space remains in 6:30 class for all ages. Classes are on Tuesdays for four weeks (today being the first one) and are held at Icicle Arts Gallery at Barn Beach Reserve, 347 Division Street in

Tuesdays in March Art Techniques Throughout History 5:30pm-7:00pm @ Eastmont Parks & Rec, 255 N Georgia St. in East Wenatchee $70, for 8-14 year olds. Register in person or at www.eastmontparks.com Leavenworth. Enroll in the class by visiting www.iciclearts.org/enroll/ or call Alicia McKee at 509-548-2278 for more information.

THURSDAY, MARCH 6 Locals Night at Pybus Market. 5:30pm-8:00pm Movie night, movie starts at 5:30 pybuspublicmarket.org

dentistry for the whole family.

* www.healthysmileswenatchee.com * (509) 662-8156 * 222 N Mission Street *

Ask about our Quality Dental Plan financing option! March/April 2014

WVC Drama presents “The Canterville Ghost” Thurs, Fri, Sat- March 6,7, and 8, 2014 at 8pm in the WVC Campus Theater $8 general admission, $4 students/ seniors tickets available at the door cash and check only Adapted from the amusing Oscar Wilde story,The Canterville Ghost is the hilarious tale of Sir Simon Canterville, an ancient ghost who must deal with his worst nightmare – Americans!! When his ancestral halls are invaded by Young Virginia and her family, the two instantly dislike each other, but they soon realize that they have a very special link. Enjoy a talented group of performers as they present The Canterville Ghost live on stage at the Wenatchee Valley College Campus Theatre, 1300 Fifth Street, Wenatchee

FRIDAY, MARCH 7 A Bright New World! First Friday for Kids & Parent 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Its Spring at the shop! Featured artist, Michele Arroyo, artist and mother, incorporates mindfulness teachings into her work, her daily tasks and relationships. Her passion for sharing those teachings while sharing her passion for creating art, will make our world brighter! Join us for an evening of coloring, story time, snacks, & fun at Tumbleweed! Tumbleweed, 105 Palouse St, Wenatchee, Free! Info: Bridget Shae 670-2384

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Parent/Toddler Play 10am-11am @ Saddlerock Presbyterian Church Gym (1400 S. Miller St. in Wenatchee) Structured and unstructured active play tim, parent-directed learning and centers, circle time with songs and stories. FREE for parents and children 1-4 years old. For more information, call Laura Lebow at 663-1187. www. saddlerockepc.org Praise and Joy at Leavenworth Library 7pm-8pm. Pastors Larry Morris, Dave Ellingson, and Paul Palumbo share Stories and Poems of Faith at Leavenworth Library. Humble and humorous, these works help us discover the divine in the everyday. At Leavenworth Library, 700 US Hwy 2, Leavenworth for more information, call 509-548-1451 Wenatchee Wild vs. Fairbank Ice Dogs 7:05pm @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee Greater Wenatchee Private School Spelldown hosted by St. Paul’s Lutheran School, Grades 1-6 1:00pm at St. Paul’s Lutheran School Elementary Campus, 1520 McKittrick, 509-662-4757 Music For the Heart & Soul 7pm at the PAC. Includes Wenatchee Apollo Club, Mriachi Huenchi, Common Bond 5, Living Waters, Columbia Chorale, Old Time Fiddlers and Wenatchee Appleaires. $12 in advance, $17 at the door. For more info, call 665-6254 or visit mobilemealsofwenatchee.org

WVC Drama presents “The Canterville Ghost” Thurs, Fri, Sat- March 6,7, and 8, 2014 at 8pm in the WVC Campus Theater $8 general admission, $4 students/seniors tickets available at the door cash and check only Adapted from the amusing Oscar Wilde story,The Canterville Ghost is the hilarious tale of Sir Simon Canterville, an ancient ghost who must deal with his worst nightmare – Americans!! When his ancestral halls are invaded by Young Virginia and her family, the two instantly dislike each other, but they soon realize that they have a very special link. Enjoy a talented group of performers as they present The Canterville Ghost live on stage at the Wenatchee Valley College Campus Theatre, 1300 Fifth Street

SATURDAY, MARCH 8 Battle for Gnar’nia 11:00am at Mission Ridge. Defcon Gloves presents... The Battle for Gnar’nia, a magical three ring circus event chock full of jibs & jumps, hips & flips, kinks & kids, boxes and BBQ! Our Kustom Krafted terrain park will be a Nitrous Infused, Super-Charged day-o-frolic with tons of Sun and Fun for man, woman, child and beast alike. at #100LAPS Rope Tow Park. For more information, visit missionridge. com/events Wenatchee Wild vs. Fairbank Ice Dogs 7:05pm @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee

Youth Volleyball League April 7- May 31 $60, for boys & girls, 3rd-6th grades @ Eastmont Parks & Rec, 255 N Georgia St. in East Wenatchee Register in person or at www.eastmontparks.com The River Academy’s 2014 Benefit Dinner 6pm-8:30pm at Wenatchee Convention Center Grand Ballroom. An evening of fellowship and performance highlighting growth at The River Academy: a classical and Christian school, Kinder-prep through 12th grade. Please RSVP to 665-2415. For more informations, please call or email theriver@theriveracademy.org Polar Bear Plunge 10:00am at Walla Walla Point Park. Special Olympics fundraiser. Participate or just come watch! Freezin For A Reason! Learn more at wenatcheeplunge2014. kintera.org Women’s Escape A day of skiing or snowboarding, socializing and professional coaching for ladies only! Upstairs in the Lodge at Mission Ridge. Register at missionridge.com All levels and abilities welcome! Begins at 8:30am

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Spring Break Camps Looking for a way to keep your kids busy this Spring Break? Here are some great choices! Junior Row and Paddle Camp The Wenatchee Row and Paddle Club is partnering with Wenatchee Parks and Recreation to bring you this fun camp. Participants will learn the fundamentals of sweep style rowing and canoe and kayak paddling through four sessions on land and on the Columbia River. Open to 4th through 8th graders. Space is limited. March 31-April 3, Mon-Thurs 9:00am‐12:00pm $20/$22 at Confluence State Park and Walla Walla Point Park. Call 888-3284 to reserve your spot or visit www. wenatcheewa.gov Camp Columbia—Secrets of the Deep March 31-April 3, 9am-12pm. At Pybus Market. For 1st-7th grades. Contact Selina Danki at Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center, 888-6243 for details. Minikicker Camp March 31-April 4 @ Eastmont Park Soccer Field, 255 N. Georgia Ave in East Wenatchee. Minikickers is a new and exciting program that teaches basic soccer skills while developing strength, balance, coordination, listening skills, and team work. The professional British coaches will ensure your child has a positive soccer experience. Register online @ minikickersoccer.com or contact Dan Leeming @ 800-533-9374 or dleeming@challengersports.com 9-10am for 3 year olds, 10-11am for 4 year olds, 11am-12pm for 5 year olds. $99 for 5 days of soccer WVC Basketball Spring Break Camp March 31-April 3, 1:00pm-4:00pm for boys and girls, 8-18 years old. $55 @ Eastmont High School Gym. Improve your dribbling, passing, shooting, offense and defense skills during this 4 day camp. Great for beginners and experienced alike. Register by March 22 at eastmontparks.com or in person, 255 N Georgia Ave in East Wenatchee. Spring Break Irish Dance Camp Wenatchee Irish Dance Camp March 31-April 4 9-10am or 10-11am for beginners, $50. For more information, visit www.wenatcheeirishdance.com , call 679-1788 or see their ad on page 37.

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MONDAY, MARCH 10 Ladies Bunco Night 7:00pm-9:00pm in the lobby of Wenatchee Frist Assembly of God, 1520 McKittrick Bring a friend and a favorite snack to share. Contact Diane Bristow @ 679-2122 or email ddabristow@ yahoo.com

TUESDAY, MARCH 11 Pybus University: Wenatchee History 7:00pm at Pybus Public Market, bottom of Fifth St. pre-register at pybuspublicmarket.com Wednesday, March 12 YWCA Season Opener Lot Sale 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM This is the kick-off of the season for thier lot sales, tons of stuff being put out all day. at YWCA Parking Lot. For More Info: Chyvonna Torres | 509-662-3531

Thursday, March 13 Locals Night at Pybus Market. 5:30pm-8:00pm Movie night, movie starts at 5:30 pybuspublicmarket.org YWCA Season Opener Lot Sale 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM This is our kick-off of the season for our lot sales, tons of stuff being put out all day. at YWCA Parking Lot For More Information: Chyvonna Torres | 509-662-3531

FRIDAY, MARCH 14 Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 7-9pm for ages 5-15 years old. $12 for the first child, $8 for siblings Open Gym at SPORT Gymnastics 6:30-7:30pm for 4-11 year olds, $8 per child, $7 if siblings.

KPQ Home and Garden Show @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee Friday 12pm-7pm, Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm Free Admission. Check out the show, with over 150 booths to see, bring the whole family! Parent/Toddler Play 10am-11am @ Saddlerock Presbyterian Church Gym (1400 S. Miller St. in Wenatchee) Structured and unstructured active play tim, parent-directed learning and centers, circle time with songs and stories. FREE for parents and children 1-4 years old. For more information, call Laura Lebow at 663-1187. www. saddlerockepc.org Open Gym at SPORT Gymnastics 6:30-7:30pm for 4-11 year olds, $8 per child, $7 if siblings.

SATURDAY, MARCH 15 Family Movie Night Show starts at 6pm (3rd Saturday of each month) Peshastin Assembly of God, 8353 Lake St, Peshastin FREE! Bring your family along for a wonderful night of popcorn and a fun movie. Movies include those produced by Disney, Dreamworks, Marvel, Pixar, Newline Cinema,etc

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Wenatchee Irish Dance Performance at Pybus Even the non-Irish will love this ….. In honor of St. Patricks Day, Wenatchee Irish Dance presents an afternoon of performances at Pybus Market on Saturday, March 15th at 12:00, 1:00 pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm and 4:00pm. Each performance lasts about 15-20 minutes. The earlier performances feature dancers from age 6 to 12, performing a series of Irish Reels, Jigs, Ceili-team dances and Traditional set dances. The later afternoon performances feature novice, prizewinner and championship level dancers presenting a ‘Riverdance’style performance, with dancers wearing the traditional Irish heavy-Jig shoes. Wenatchee Irish Dance promises to deliver an acoustically crowd-pleasing dance performance that will have the audience clapping their hands and tapping their feet! See ad on page 27

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2014 Annual Benefit Dinner Catholic Family & Child Service of Wenatchee invites you to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at their Annual Benefit Dinner on March 15th at Kuykendall Hall – 625 Elliot Avenue South. This year they are honored to feature guest speaker, local teacher and author John Magnus. A delicious St-Patrick’s Day-inspired dinner will be catered by The Ivy Wild. The highlight of the event is their Dessert Dash! a lively auction of delectable desserts by distinguished local culinarians. All proceeds will go to support the programs at Catholic Family & Child Service “bringing hope to life for those most in need”. At Kuykendall Hall, St Josephs Catholic Church, 625 S Elliot, Wenatchee 5:30pm

KPQ Home and Garden Show @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee. Friday 12pm-7pm, Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 10am4pm. Free Admission. Check out the show, with over 150 booths to see, bring the whole family!

Miss East Cascades Scholarship Pageant 7:00pm @ PAC $15-$18. The winner will move onto the 2014 Miss WA Pageant!

Spring Fest Spring is in the air! Join us for an evening of lite Hors d’oeuvres, Desserts & No host bar. There will also be a silent auction, live auction, raffles, drawings and more! Proceeds Benefit the Wenatchee Valley Farmers Market The Wenatchee Valley Farmers Market 1st Annual Appreciation

Pinewood Derby Annual Pinewood Derby at Wenatchee First Assembly of God (in the gym), 1520 McKittrick St. 12pm. Contact Janice Hendricks for more information 6623431, Janice@wenatcheefirst.org

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MONDAY, MARCH 17 Cashmeree St. Patrick’s Day Parade The shortest St. Patricks Day parade in Washington State occurs on Cottage Ave. Activities include live entertainment, parade and food.

TUESDAY, MARCH 18 Pybus University: Intro to Beekeeping in Wenatchee Area 7:00pm at Pybus Public Market, bottom of Fifth St. pre-register at pybuspublicmarket.com Chicago @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee 8:00pm $45+ www.towntoyotacenter.com

Rollerderby Apple City vs. Inland Empower at Sportsplex, 2 Fifth St. in Wenatchee. 6pm live music from Skiffs, Bout starts St. Paul Lutheran School salutes our Vetrans

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Locals Night at Pybus Market. 5:30pm-8:00pm Business Night (promotions with selected business organizations in the community). Also Wenatchee Wine Tasting 5pm-8pm (wenatcheewines.com) pybuspublicmarket.org

YMCA Healthy Kids Day Community Open House 10am-1pm Inflatables, games, healthy snacks, summer registration assistance and a drawing for an I-pad mini. All for FREE!

Women’s Escape A day of skiing or snowboarding, socializing and professional coaching for ladies only! Upstairs in the Lodge at Mission Ridge. Register at missionridge.com All levels and abilities welcome! Begins at 9:30am

FRIDAY, MARCH 21 Wenatchee Wild vs. Huron Fighting Falcons 7:05pm @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee Parent/Toddler Play 10am-11am @ Saddlerock Presbyterian Church Gym(1400 S. Miller St. in Wenatchee) Structured and unstructured active play tim, parent-directed learning and centers, circle time with songs and stories. FREE for parents and children 1-4 years old. For more information, call Laura Lebow at 663-1187. www. saddlerockepc.org Tayla Lynn Performs at 8:00pm at the PAC Tayla is the Granddaughter of the Country music star, Loretta Lynn. $18-$22 in advance. www.pacwen.org, 663-ARTS

Wenatchee Fido Pack Walk 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Free! Join us Saturday, March 22nd at 4 pm for a friendly Pack Walk with dog people and their canine companions. Riverfront Park - Humans must be connected to their canine companions via leash...and bring a doggie waste bag. You can walk as long as you want...long, short...doesn’t matter. Just nice to get together with other “dog people” and their dogs, visit, get caught up on the latest info on the off-leash dog park...the dogs love the exercise. At Riverfront Park Wenatchee 80’s Night Cosmic Bowling 11pm-1am Wear your 80’s clothes and get a free soda when you bowl! Reserve your lane now! At Eastmont Lanes, 704 Grant Rd, East Wenatchee. 884-3593 Wenatchee Wild vs. Huron Fighting Falcons 7:05pm @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee

THURSDAY, MARCH 27 Locals Night at Pybus Market. Live Music from 5pm-7pm and live cooking demo at 7pm. pybuspublicmarket.org

“Nic at Night” St. Paul’s Elementary School Presents this family friendly musical Free for the entire family! When Jesus began teaching God’s true Law, the Pharisees were afraid they would lose their power among the people. But Nicodemus wanted to find out more about Him, so he visited Jesus late one night when none of the other Pharisees would see. 6:30pm at St. Paul’s Lutheran School Elementary Campus, 1520 McKittrick Info: 509-662-4757

FRIDAY, MARCH 28 Wenatchee Wild vs. Aberdeen Wings 7:05pm @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 7-9pm for ages 5-15 years old. $12 for the first child, $8 for siblings

SATURDAY, MARCH 29 Dummy Downhill 4pm at Mission Ridge, in the base area next to the Ski School building. Participants in this quirky event use their creativity to present a non-human dummy on either skis or a snowboard. The entry must be in either human or animal form and weigh no more than 100 lbs. See a fun video that shows what it’s all about www. missionridge.com/events

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Get Connect Family Expo 10am-3pm at Sportsplex, Bottom of Fifth St. in Wenatchee. Fun for all ages! $3 Adults, $2 Kids, under 3 are free. Please see ad on page 51. Brought to you by Kid Connect and Dr. Cara’s Children’s Dentistry. Wenatchee Wild vs. Aberdeen Wings 7:05pm @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee

MONDAY, MARCH 31 Blood Drive 1pm-5:45pm @ Grief Place, 1610 5th St. in Wenatchee. Call Summer or Elizabeth to make your appointment. 662-6069.

TUESDAY, APRIL 1 Cashmere Museum and Pioneer Village Opening Day for 2014 Season 600 Cotlets Way in Cashmere, 9am-4:30. Adults $7, Children 6-12 $3, under 6 are free HAPPY APRIL FOOLS DAY!

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 Tastes & Turns: A Dinner Show Imagine this... a sumptuous dinner by Ravenous Catering and private dance performance by Next Step Dance Studio, all in the intimate setting of the PAC. This exclusive dinner show will feature an assortment of talented dancers from

ballet and lyrical to Irish Step, Latin and hip hop. As you dine right on the PAC stage, you’ll have closer than front row seats with each dinner course highlighting a different style of dance. Captivate the senses with an exquisite meal, fine wine, and an intimate dance performance! Purchase a table of six, eight or ten and host a family and friends to this intimate dinner performance. Or you can buy individual seats. 7:00pm, Tickets: $150. This is a fundraiser for the PAC Home Depot Kids Workshop 9am-Noon. Free workshop at Home Depot, where kids, ages 5-12, will be making a project (TBD). New workshop first Saturday of each month. Register online or in store. Homedepot.com/ workshops/kids-workshops Make it and Ohme Day Help get the gardens ready for opening day and receive a free pass to the gardens! (free pass is earned after helping for at least 3 hours) 10am-3pm at Ohme Gardens, 3327 Ohme Rd. in Wenatchee Opening Day will be April 15th. Rollerderby Cherry Bomb Brawlers vs. West Sound (Junior Derby) and Apple City vs. Inland Empower at Sportsplex, 2 Fifth St. in Wenatchee. Doors open at 4pm with live music from Skiffs, Junior derby starts at 5pm, Apple City starts at 7pm. General Admission, $10. Trackside, $15 (must be 18 for trackside). applecityrollerderby.com

TUESDAY, APRIL 8 Digital Photography Classes Four Weeks every Tuesday beginning today, 2 classes (4pm or 5pm). At Icicle Arts Gallery at Barn Beach Reserve, 347 Division Street in Leavenworth. Wenatchee based photographers Chris and Heidi specialize in Lifestyle Wedding and Family photos, but also shoot events, sports, adventure recreation, real estate, landscape, and commercial work. Through it all, one thing that remains the same, their passion to “tell a story”. In this class they will share how we use aperture, shutter speed, ISO, different angles and by using light we can create certain feeling and tell a story through our images. Please bring your camera and be prepared for some fun! (For young students who do not have a camera, some automatic cameras may be available to borrow, please inquire.) To enroll, visit icicle.org/enroll Contact Alicia McKee, 509-548-2278 for more information Glenn Miller Orchestra 7:30pm @ the PAC $19-$35 www. pacwen.org, 663-ARTS

FRIDAY, APRIL 11 Open Gym @ Apple Valley Gymnastics 7-9pm for ages 5-15 years old. $12 for the first child, $8 for siblings Open Gym at SPORT Gymnastics 6:30-7:30pm for 4-11 year olds, $8 per child, $7 if siblings.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 12 The Total Experience Gospel Choir 7:00pm at Snowy Owl Theater, 7409 Icicle Road, Leavenworth The Total Experience Gospel Choir bursts with love, joy and enthusiasm - humanity! It is hailed as one of the Pacific Northwest’s finest soulful ensembles. Tickets are coming soon. Visit icicle.org for more information. Greater Wenatchee Arbor Day Celebration and Tree Distribution 10am-4pm at Pybus Market, bottom of Fifth St. Suggested donation is $2 Applebees Pancake Breakfast 8am-10am at the Wenatchee Applebees. 50% of meal price will support scholarships for St. Paul’s Lutheran School. Ticket Price: $10, must be pre-purchased from St. Paul’s Lutheran School at 312 Palouse (Early elementary campus) or 1520 McKittrick (elementary campus) or call 509-662-4757 Digital Photography Classes Wenatchee based photographers Chris and Heidi specialize in Lifestyle Wedding and Family photos, but also shoot events, sports, adventure recreation, real estate, landscape, and commercial work. Through it all, one thing that remains the same, their passion to “tell a story”. In this class they will share how we use aperture, shutter speed, ISO, different angles and by using light we can create certain feeling and tell a story through our images. Please bring your camera and be prepared for some fun! (Some digital cameras available to borrow if you don’t have your own. Please inquire in advance.) This four-hour workshop will be geared towards adults, with a 30 minute break. ). At Icicle Arts Gallery at Barn Beach Reserve, 347 Division Street in Leavenworth. To enroll, visit icicle.org/enroll Contact Alicia McKee, 509-548-2278 for more information Wenatchee Valley Symphony Orchestra Concert: Shakespeare 7:00pm at the PAC $16-$35 www.pacwen. org, 663-ARTS CASA Rock n` Rowl @Eastmont Lanes, 704 Grant Rd in East Wenatchee. All proceeds benefit abused and neglected children in the CASA program and the training in new community volunteers. Learn more at cdcasa.org Samara’s Bowling Blind Fundraiser 9am-1pm @ Eastmont Lanes, 704 Grant Rd. in East Wenatchee. Benefits Samara’s

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6pm-7pm at Pybus Market. Queen Roslyn Tompson and princesses Caroline Dahl and Nikara Morgan.

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Art 4 Kidz Deadline Turn in your artwork for Art 4 Kidz during Apple Blossom! 3-5:30pm on April 17 and 18th and 10am-1pm on Saturday, April 19th. No early or late entries will be accepted. 2 S. Chelan Ave in Wenatchee. Art 4 Kidz is a valley-wide contest open kids Pre-K – 12th grade with several categories. All art entries will be displayed and winners will be announced on youth day in Memorial Park (Sunday, April 27).

Fred Myere Easter Egg Hunt 2:00pm-4:00pm (or until the eggs are gone!) @ Eastmont Community Park Soccer Field in East Wenatchee

MONDAY, APRIL 14 Ladies Bunco Night 7:00pm-9:00pm in the lobby of Wenatchee Frist Assembly of God, 1520 McKittrick Bring a friend and a favorite snack to share. Contact Diane Bristow @ 679-2122 or email ddabristow@yahoo.com

TUESDAY, APRIL 15 Ohme Gardens Opening Day! Come visit the beautiful gardens! 3327 Rd. in Wenatchee

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16 “Heaven Is For Real” Opens in movie theatres today! True story, based on the book written by Todd Burpo. Check it out!

THURSDAY, APRIL 17 Girls Night Out Thursday, April 17th, 2014 Shop 10am- 7pm at participating stores Reception, raffle and auction 7:15 - 9pm In Downtown Wenatchee. Purchase your Swag Bag for $20 Stop by Caffe Mela starting at 10am until 6pm to purchase or pre-purchase by calling 662-0059. There are only 125 bags available this year! The Swag Bag includes goodies from participating stores, map of businesses and coupon book. Your bag is also a ticket to the after party at Inna’s Cuisine with raffle prizes, live handyman auction, food and drinks (1 complimentary per bag bought). We will also have a live performance only for Girls Night Out participants! Buy your Swag Bag Now! Supplies are limited! Call 509-662-0059 to pre-purchase! Receive one raffle ticket for each $10 spent that day at participating businesses. Join us at Inna’s Cuisine starting at 7:00 p.m. to enter to win raffle prizes. Would you like to participate? questions? Call 662-0059 Meet the 2014 Apple Blossom Royalty

FRIDAY, APRIL 18 Gloria Trevi @ Town Toyota Center, 1300 Walla Walla Ave in Wenatchee. 7:00pm tickets, $30+, box office or www.towntoyotacenter.com

SATURDAY, APRIL 19 11th Annual Easter Egg Hunt 10am-4pm at Smallwoods Harvest. (10461 Stemm Road in Peshastin) FREE petting zoo, face painting, animal balloons, cow train rides, corn maze, hay wagon rides, fresh kettle corn. Inflatable toys, hot dogs, soda and snack for a minimal cost. Accommodations for children with special needs available all day. Family Movie Night Show starts at 6pm Peshastin Assembly of God, 8353 Lake St, Peshastin. FREE! Bring your family for popcorn and a fun movie! Movies include those produced by Disney, Dreamworks, Marvel, Pixar, Newline Cinema,etc Easter for Kids Event 10:00am-11:30am at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 312 Palouse, Wenatchee (corner or Palouse & Buchanan). Join us for an Egg Hunt, Crafts, Games, and prizes for children ages 0-12, including an indoor egg hunt for crawlers! Call 662-8790 for more info or check St. Paul’s Facebook page 2014 Wenatchee Marathon A fast course with something for everyone. Great Boston qualifier. Gorgeous course, largly on asphalt trails along the Columbia River. Full Marathon, half marathon and 10K categories. Race begins at the Performing Arts Plaza on the Wenatchee Avenue. Register before March 19 to guarantee your hoodie. Teddriven.com/ Wenatchee-marathon

TUESDAY, APRIL 22 Infant CPR for Family and Friends 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. 6:30-8:30pm, Cost is $7 Takes place at Central Washington Hospital classrooms 1 & 2, 1201 S Miller Street. Contact Joan Slack, 665-6149 or jslack@ cwhs.com

THURSDAY, APRIL 24 Children of Eden Musical Performances are at the Riverside Playhouse (233B N. Wenatchee Ave) on the following dates: April 24, 25, 26 & May 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 at 7:30pm and May 4, 10, 11 at 2:00pm. Tickets will be on sale through the Performing Arts Center box office beginning in mid-March and also at pacwen.org or 663-ARTS. Visit mtow.org for more information.

FRIDAY, APRIL 25 Carnival April 25-May 4, Monday-Friday, opens at 5pm, weekends at noon. @ Riverfront Park. Free entry. April 28-May 1, pay $25 per braclet.

Find a complete schedule of Apple Blossom events at www.appleblosson.org There will also be a featured section on the Apple Blossom in the May/June issue of Kid Connect, so be sure to grab your copy on April 23 or 24, as they are distributed around the Valley! Columbia Choral presents Give My Regards To Broadway 7:30pm-9:30pm at Wenatchee High School Auditorium. Students $8, Adults $15. Tickets available through the PAC or at the door.

SATURDAY, APRIL 26 Family Canoe Adventures These FREE paddling trips are designed to introduce participants to canoeing. Volunteers from the Wenatchee Row and Paddle Club will teach the basics of paddling a canoe on land and the Columbia River. Minimum age 6. Space is limited. 10:00am or 11:15am. Call 888-3284 to reserve your spot or visit www. wenatcheewa.gov. Also offered on May 17.

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Take 5 A Ransom For Many This Easter “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark 10:45 ESV) Most relationships are based upon the notion of “give and take”. For example, Jeff holds value to Pete, because Jeff knows everything there is to know about electronics. So, all too conveniently, Pete calls Jeff to ask him about which home theater system to buy, but feels guilty about only calling to get information from him, so he asks him to coffee as an afterthought. While this isn’t necessarily bad, it can exemplify the shallowness of many of our friendships. Let’s take it a step further: Do you have that friend who always wants something from you, but never gives back anything in return? Maybe you’re their go to when they have yet another problem or need a favor? Most likely you can picture that person now. It’s always something, and it’s always about them; you are their faithful product and they your constant customer. But what if there was someone who gave everything for you without expecting anything in return? Someone who didn’t take advantage of you but loved you? Jesus has done just that. He came into this world fully knowing that there was nothing He could get from us that He couldn’t get better from Himself, but He still gave His life “as a ransom for many”. Jesus didn’t come to this earth in order to exploit us, but to serve us. Approach Jesus in gratitude knowing that He isn’t like our fallen friends. He never came to take, but to give this Easter.

7th Annual Wenatchee Renaissance Faire 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM at Wenatchee Valley College, 1300 Fifth St. in Wenatchee Knights, Jousting, Pirates, Fairies, Gypsies, Peasants, Shakespeare, Belly Dancers, Fire Breathers, Story Tellers, Blacksmiths, Music, Rapier, Swords, Archery, Leather, Castles, Games, Crafts, Shields, and more. Saturday April 26, and Sunday April 27 at the Wenatchee Valley College. You can watch various knights, jousters on horseback, pirates, fairies, gypsies from Clan Bosko, listen to a story from Shakespeare, practice archery, see lots of leather goods, play with the games, and etc. Over 30 merchants, and wonderful entertainment at this two day event. Lots of family friendly interaction. $9 for Adults, $6 for Children ages 6-17, Free for Kids 5 and under, Free For WVC Students Valid ID. For More Information: Matthew Harrison, 509 669 0202 or visit www.wenrenfaire.com

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LAPH Productions presents Washington Comedy Fesitival Showcases stand up comedy, improve comedy and a comedy competition throughtout the day at the PAC main stage. Tickets will grant you a seat to the night time events, featuring extended performances from the top three finalists, an improve performance, and the late night main event with local Seattle comic, Derek Sheen and national headliner, Rory Scoval. $25 in advance, $35 on showday. 6:30pm at the PAC. www.pacwen.org 663-ARTS

May 10 Horselake Half Marathon and 5 mile Trail Runs @ Horse Lake Reserve. 9am. Register online or before the race (8am) www.runwenatchee.com

Apple Blossom Youth Parade Youth parade is today! Find a complete schedule of Apple Blossom events at www.appleblosson. org There will also be a featured section on the Apple Blossom in the May/June issue, so be sure to grab your copy on April 23 or 24, as they are distributed around the Valley! Entertainment lineup will be released sometime in March

SUNDAY, APRIL 27 CrossSport Warrior Challenge Not just another mud run! Fast and fun obstacle course race. @ Walla Walla Point Park. See ad on page 3 and visit www.warrior-challenge.com for more details. You won’t want to miss out on this fun! 7th Annual Wenatchee Renaissance Faire 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Wenatchee Valley College, 1300 Fifth St. in Wenatchee See April 26

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May 2-3 Classy Chassis Parade and Car Show Parade: May 2, 6:30pm Car Show: May 3 10am-5pm in East Wenatchee Community Park May 8 Michael Cooper: Masked Marvels & Wondertales Michael Cooper spins tales and weaves stories using an unusual and colorful cast of characters. Creating a world where dogs wear hats, wild stallions are tamed, giant noses sneeze and fish bait candy to catch children in a pond, Masked Marvels & Wondertales is an unforgettable experience. Referencing his childhood, Michael captivates his audience with tales of thrilling adventure, silly antics and outlandish possibilities. 6:30pm $9-$25 Recommended for ages 4+ for tickets, visit pacwen.org or stop by the box office at the PAC, 123 N Wenatchee Ave, 663-ARTS

May 16 Stars on Ice @ Town Toyota Center 7:00pm $33+ May 17 High Art Pendulum Aerial Arts presents High Art, an elegant fusion of dance, original music, storytelling, circus arts and rich theatrical design. With acts occuring simultaneously in the air and on the ground, the show is full of visual excitement and intellectual stimulation. High Art has audiences of all ages spellbound. Pendulum draws from a roster of international artists to bring a performance that fuses dance, theatre, live music, and superior production values that leave you wanting more. When Cirque du Soleil comes to the Pacific Northwest, they call Pendulum to promote their shows 7:30pm $19-$35 at the PAC. for tickets, visit pacwen. org or stop by the box office at the PAC, 123 N Wenatchee Ave, 663-ARTS June 4 Opening Day for Applesox Baseball Team!

**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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Saturday March 29th

Second Annual

GE T C O N N ECT E D!

10:00am - 3:00pm @ the Sportsplex

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Photo Booth Music Face Painting Activities Games Pacific Science Center Inflatables Agility Gymnastics Course Fun

Photo Booth

Free Giveaways

Event Sponsored By:

$3 Adults $2 Kids Ages 3-17 Under 3 are FREE

Family EXPO

**For vendor information or to reserve a booth, please email nikki@ncwkidconnect.com or call Nikki at (509) 834-8977**

March/April 2014

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

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Dr. Cara and the Smile Team love children. We make kids feel comfortable like they are visiting friends! Parents will enjoy our warm atmosphere and friendly service. We put your children first and accept most insurance plans. Come visit us and find out for yourselves how fun going to the dentist can be! LIKE ÒChildrenÕs Dentistry of WenatcheeÓ on Facebook

Dr. Cara Schroeder

Dr. Britt Bovio

Chief Smile OfÞcer ChildrenÕs Dentistry

Director of Smiles ChildrenÕs Dentistry

Children’s Dentistry 650 N Miller, Wenatchee WA 98801

Phone: (509) 662-3621 52

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