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may 6 A Dad’s Eye View 12 Calendar of Events 16 Summer Camp Directory 21 School District News 23 “Bad Moments, Good Moms” 26 Earthtalk 28 Family Movie Time

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A Dad’s Eye View

by Rick Epstein

THE MISSING MOMS OF BOOKS AND MOVIES

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’m reading a great book, “The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt. It’s a 784 pager about a 13-year-old boy, Theo, whose mother’s death launches him on a life of danger and intrigue. The book won a Pulitzer Prize in 2014.

Is it a coincidence that Theo’s adventures begin when Mom dies? And that his partner in crime is another motherless boy? Not hardly.

Remember Harry Potter’s mom? She was zapped by You-Know-Who almost 10 years before Book One. And how about Mrs. Sawyer and Mrs. Finn? They’re so long-gone that Tom and Huck couldn’t even pick them out of a lineup. Also missing or short-lived are the mothers of Cinderella, Snow White, Dorothy of Oz, the Baudelaire children in Lemony Snicket’s books, Nemo the fish, Bambi, Hamlet’s Ophelia, David Copperfield, Oliver Twist, Babar the Elephant, Anne of Green Gables, Lolita, Luke Skywalker, Orphan Annie (duh), Pinocchio, Frankenstein’s monster, Nancy Drew, Jem and Scout in “To Kill a Mockingbird,” Mary Lennox in “The Secret Garden,” the singing Von Trapp children, Pippi Longstocking, the Prodigal Son in the Bible, Eliza Doolittle in “My Fair Lady,” the Boxcar Children, the Little Mermaid, Heathcliff (not the cat, the “Wuthering Heights” guy), Peter Pan, Pocahontas, Tolkein’s Frodo, Belle in “Beauty and the Beast,” Hansel & Gretel, and Adam & Eve. When I’d borrow old Shirley Temple movies from the library to show my kids, you couldn’t help but notice that Shirley’s moms had the life expectancy of a quart of milk.

In “Stowaway” her mother had been killed by Chinese rebels, in “Susannah of the Mounties” there had been a misunderstanding with Indians, in “Bright Eyes” she is hit by a truck, and in “Captain January” she had drowned in a shipwreck. In “Heidi,” “Poor Little Rich Girl” and “The Little Princess” no cause is 6

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specified; being Shirley Temple’s mom was apparently a cause of death all by itself.

So why all the missing moms in books and movies? Because ever since time began, good mothers have been conscientiously keeping things from happening. So the best storytellers, from the Brothers Grimm to Mark Twain, know that if you want excitement, just subtract the mom.

Do you think the Cat in the Hat could have pulled off the most notorious home invasion in children’s literature with Mom on duty? Dr. Seuss sent her out shopping because he knew if Mom got hold of the Cat, she would have marched him straight to the vet to be “fixed” – hat or no hat.

There’s one author who had to keep yanking moms out of his stories like a gardener pulling weeds. I’m talking about Edgar Rice Burroughs, author of the 22-book Tarzan series. First he has Lord and Lady Greystoke killed in Africa, leaving a baby son.

A female ape adopts Tarzan, but once she has taught him basic apemanship, she is fatally speared. Then Tarzan meets Jane, who starts off as Miss Excitement, but by Book 4, she has become a wet-blanket mom. She has Tarzan wearing a tie and living in London so Sonny can grow up civilized. So the author has the boy stolen away to Africa where he unwittingly picks up where his dad left off. But Mom catches up with Tarzan Jr. and makes him put his pants back on. The author has to intervene again and again; for the rest of the series, Jane barely has time to unpack between abductions.

She’s missing for whole books at a time so Tarzan can have adventures while pretending to look for her. (“Nope, not here; maybe the beautiful priestesses of Opar have seen her.”)

What about fathers? Generally they aren’t the bulwark against disaster that mothers are. In fact, a widowed dad, left alone with a couple of kids, can be counted upon to remarry recklessly. That’s the turn my own life story took when I was 14. My stepmother was smart, scrappy and a little irrational. She hadn’t been confused by years of parenthood, so she brought a new perspective to our family circle. Her observations were sharp as cat claws and she couldn’t resist the occasional slash at her rude, arrogant, lazy, hypocritical stepsons. (We had good qualities, too, but you really had to look for them.) Ambush and embarrassment became everyday things for us. I had to grow up and find a woman who could restore my tranquility.

So, kids and Dad, when Mother’s Day rolls around, give Mom plenty of encouragement. And don’t limit it to one day, either.

That lovely woman who’ll be getting breakfast in bed might be all that’s keeping your story from becoming way more exciting than you’d be comfortable with.

Rick can be reached at rickepstein@yahoo.com.

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Q&A w i t h D r. G a r re t Z a l l e n

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My wife and I just moved into a new house with our infant daughter.

We want to make our house and yard as safe as possible. How should we start and where can we go for help?

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It’s really hard to try to think of— and protect your child from—every possible household risk! Most families are good at making sure they have smoke detectors, window locks and poisons locked safely away, but some dangers you might not consider include swallowing button-size batteries and flat-screen TV tip-overs. Every 30 minutes in the United States, a flat-screen TV falls on a child,

and about every two weeks a child dies as a result. Preventing just one tragedy is well-worth the effort to make your home safe. One great local resource is our new PeaceHealth/Kohl’s Child Safety Van, which visits schools, fairs and other events offering tips and free items, such as bike helmets, car seats and cabinet locks.

For online resources, I recommend Safe Kids Worldwide at safekids.org.

Meet Dr. Zallen!

As a pediatric surgeon who regularly deals with the aftermath of serious injury, Dr. Garret Zallen has been a longtime advocate for child safety. But for the first time he’s getting a taste of what it’s like to worry about your own child.

Dr. Zallen and his pediatrician wife, Angela Zallen, MD, welcomed their first child in March.

“I really understand now just how difficult it is to find the time you need to take care of your house, along with everything else,” he said.

Dr. Zallen joined PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in 2012 as the region’s only pediatric surgeon. He previously practiced and taught at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland; about 30% of the patients he treated came from Lane County.

“That was one of the main reasons I came to Sacred Heart,”he said. “Having this type of quality care available here, close to home, makes a huge difference for these families.”

Dr. Zallen’s team now includes two more surgeons, a physician assistant and a nurse practitioner. They specialize in minimally invasive surgical techniques, using smaller instruments and incisions.

Dr. Zallen spends one day a month at the Shriners Children’s Hospital in Portland, seeing patients who can’t afford treatment, and is active in Athletes 4 Cancer, an organization he co-founded that helps rebuild and renew the lives of young adult cancer survivors through outdoor adventure.

In his spare time—and lately he doesn’t have a lot of it— Dr. Zallen enjoys kiteboarding, skiing, snow kiting and outrigger canoeing.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Zallen, call (541) 222-6135.

Join us at the Family Safety Fair!

What: Learn safety tips, tour emergency vehicles, check out the Child Safety Van, win prizes and have fun!

When: Saturday, May 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Willamalane Center for Sports and Recreation, 250 S. 32nd St., Springfield

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Kids are often referred to as busy little bees and these days their extra “buzz” is frequently achieved by consuming caffeineloaded sodas or coffee drinks. It is not uncommon to see a toddler ordering a soft drink at a restaurant or teenagers stopping by a local coffeehouse for a trendy mocha or latte. Unlike water, fruit juice and milk, these beverages are brimming with “buzz.”

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12-ounce soda can contain between 20 and 40 milligrams of caffeine, while those frothy drinks with a shot of espresso can easily contain twice that amount. As both the serving size and availability of these drinks continue to grow, we have to wonder if we are losing track of just how much caffeine our children are swallowing.

Caffeine is one of the most studied i n g re d i e n t s i n t h e fo o d s u p p l y.

Researchers have examined caffeine’s affect on fertility, cancer, heart disease, headaches, osteoporosis and more.

Although small amounts of caffeine may not affect most kids negatively, let’s not overlook the obvious: caffeine-containing beverages are “edging out” more nutritious beverages from their meal plan.

In 1958, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified caffeine as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS).

In 1987, the FDA reaffirmed its position that normal caffeine intake posed no increased health risk. As a result, both the American Medical Association and the American Cancer Society have statements confirming the safety of moderate caffeine consumption.

Unfortunately, there have been relatively few studies looking specifically at caffeine and children. As a result, there are no clear guidelines for kids and teens. For adults, moderate caffeine consumption is estimated to be about 300 milligrams or less per day (the amount found in about two to three cups of brewed coffee). It stands to reason that little bodies should consume only a fraction of this amount.

Most experts say that school-aged kids and teenagers shouldn’t have more than 100 milligrams of caffeine each day (less than three sodas). Younger children should have much less.

The majority of the research indicates that caffeine is not addictive, does not cause hyperactivity and does not pose an increased health risk to children.

However, many sources note that too much caffeine can cause nervousness, irritability, anxiety and sleeplessness in many children because caffeine is considered a mild stimulant. Some children may have an increased sensitivity to caffeine – so parents need to assess how caffeine affects each individual child.

Although small amounts of caffeine may not affect most kids negatively, let’s not overlook the obvious: caffeinecontaining beverages are “edging out” more nutritious beverages from their meal plan. Without milk and fruit juice, children are less likely to get recommended amounts of important nutrients such as calcium and vitamin C. Moreover, soda pop and coffee drinks clearly contribute only empty calories – an obvious factor in the alarming rate of overweight kids.

The bottom line is this: the prudent approach is to limit caffeine-containing

beverages to an occasional treat. Current labeling laws require that added caffeine must be included in the ingredient list … although how much caffeine does not have to be specified (Note: The FDA limits the added caffeine in beverage products to six milligrams per ounce). Also take note that foods that contain caffeine naturally (like

chocolate and coffee) won’t list caffeine in the ingredient list. Consequently, it can be hard to regulate your child’s caffeine intake. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to help control the “buzz”: • Limit soda consumption to parties or special occasions. If you keep soda in the house, put boundaries on the amount your kids can drink. Tell them they can have four soft drinks a week, for example, and then let them choose the “when.”

• Keep your refrigerator well-stocked with low-fat milk, water bottles and juice blends. If it is easy to grab, kids are more likely to reach for it.

• Encourage children to choose decaffeinated versions of soft drinks, coffees and teas.

• Down-size soft-drink, tea and coffee purchases (rather than super-size).

• Avoid caffeine-filled drinks within four hours of bedtime.

• Be a good role model by keeping your own caffeine consumption under control.

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Family Story Time (all ages). Fri 10:15am Sheldon Branch Library and Fridays at 10:15am at Bethel Branch Library. Ph 541-682-8316 Story Time. Preschool (ages 3-6) Weds 10:00am, Lapsit Story time (ages 0-3) Weds 10am, Sensory Storytime (for kids with sensory integration issues or special needs) every other Thurs, Springfield Public Library, Ph 541-726-3766 Preschool sensory and storytime with Debbie Laimon. Springfield Public Library. Every other

On-Going Events Public Skate @ The Ice Center. Call for skate times. Ph 682-3615 Saturday Market/Farmers Market.

The oldest, open-air market in the United States offers great food, local crafts and live entertainment. Every Saturday, April-Nov, 8th & Oak St. Rain or shine. 10:00am – 5pm, Ph 686-8885, FREE! “2PM Talks”. A docent-led talk every Tuesday thru Sunday at the Museum of Natural and Cultural History, included with price of admission.

Ph 541-346-3024 Fox Den: Family Nature Evening. Gather up

your “kits” and bring them to Cornucopia and The Old School downtown for Fox Den! Every Tuesday we’ll delve into the natural world together as we explore: Nature Crafts, Ancient Skills, Storytelling, and Games! Cornucopia downtown, 5:30 – 7:00pm, FREE! Ph 541-321-0328 “Moneyville” at The Science Factory.

This winter and spring, explore the history, science, math, and economics behind money in Moneyville! Adults and kids build math skills and economic literacy while engaging with our new interactive exhibition. The Science Factory, Jan – June 2016, Ph 541-682-7888

1 SUNDAY Piccadilly Flea Market. Come find your newest treasure at Eugene’s only Flea Market where people sell crafts, collectibles, wares and services. Lane Events Center, Early bird 8-10am $7.50/10am – 3pm $1.50, Ph 541-683-5589 Family Fun Night at Pete Barn. Meet your neighbors and friends for a free, fun-filled evening, including dinner and games, crafts and live entertainment. Dinner served until 6:30 p.m.

Free drop-in program, no reg req. Petersen Barn , 5:30-7pm, Ph 541-682-5521 Inspirational Sounds: In Celebration of African American Gospel. Deliberately stimulating, African American Gospel Music is a living experience and a fantastic journey of joy reflecting our social status throughout history.

Hult Center, 3pm, $15-23.50, Ph 541-682-5000 Willy Wonka Jr. by Rose Children’s Theater.

Grandparents are strongly encouraged to share this show with a grandchild or a special young person. Wildish Theater, 2pm, $8-12, Ph 541-868-0689

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4 WEDNESDAY Ideas on Tap: May the Fourth Be With You - Star Wars and Society. Join OSU scientist (and science fiction nerd) Randall Milstein for an exploration of the Star Wars saga and how it’s influenced politics and culture here on Earth. Come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character for a chance to win the costume contest! Marketplace@Sprout! 6-8pm, Ph 346-3024, FREE!

5 THURSDAY Preschool sensory and storytime with Debbie Laimon. Springfield Public Library.

10:30am, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766 Dick Hyman & Evan Christopher. two of its oldest friends and favorite artists together here for the first time for an extraordinary evening of Creaole-tinged jazz magic. The Shedd Institute, 7:30pm $28-36, Ph 541-434-7000 Scientifically Speaking. Are You a “SUPERTASTER”? Put Your Senses of TASTE and SMELL to the Test with Dr. Guy Crosby! Hear Dr. Crosby make the case for “being average” when it comes to taste, and explore the different sources of food flavor! Funding supports opportunities to learn at The Science Factory and Nearby Nature. Hilton Eugene, 5:30-9pm, $85, Ph 541-682-7888

6 FRIDAY First Friday Art Walk. A monthly art walk hosted and led by special community guests.

Enjoy wandering the local galleries and venues and viewing a variety of art. 5:30-8:00pm, FREE! Ph 541-485-2278 LEGO Club for kids. Springfield Public Library, in children’s area, 2-4pm, Ph 541-726-3766

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Tot Discovery Day: Flower Power! Spring is in the air, and flowers are in bloom at The Science Factory. Come to the Science Factory to explore the senses that let you explore the world!

The Science Factory, 9am – noon, $10, Ph 541-682-7888 Free First Friday. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and Museum of Natural and Cultural History allow you to enjoy the museum’s new exhibits and old classics for FREE today! 11:00am-5pm Willy Wonka Jr. by Rose Children’s Theater.

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7 SATURDAY Annual Hardy Plant Sale. Featuring a huge variety of usual and unusual plants as well as unique must have garden art. Lane Events Center, 9am – 2pm, FREE! Ph 541-344-0896 Willy Wonka Jr. by Rose Children’s Theater.

7pm, see the 1st Eugene Rotary Color Run and Romp.

Formerly the Color Dash, a family friendly 5K romp through beautiful Camp Harlow along the McKenzie River watershed. This fun romp includes giant inflatables and a variety of food truck options. Camp Harlow, 11am, $40, Ph 541-338-7018 May Fair. Bring the whole family for games, a craft market, puppet shows, Maypole dancing, cake walks, delicious food, and live performances. Free for general admission; activity tickets are $2.00 each. Eugene Waldorf School, 11am – 4pm, Ph 541-683-6951

BeauSoleil Tuesday, May 17th Estate. Unwind Foot Spa will pamper guests with jetted soaking pools while InJoy Wellness offers calming chair massage. Guests can sip Noble Estate wine or create a tasting flight. Noon-5pm, FREE! Ph 541-338-3007

9 MONDAY Curious Kids Storytime with Taylor.

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10 TUESDAY Teens @ 4:30. Springfield Public Library, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

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Mother’s Day Tea. Enjoy sweet and savory treats, pose in the old-time photo booth, all while listening to live music and take home a special craft the two of you create together. All ages.

Dorris Ranch, 11am, $5-6, Ph 541-736-4544 Nitro Circus LIVE. Featuring 30 of the world’s best extreme athletes in freestyle motocross, BMX and anything you can imagine with wheels! Expect to see the world’s biggest and most dangerous stunts in a fully choreographed action sports theatrical spectacular! Autzen Stadium, 7pm, $79 Vineyards and Violins. Browse a huge array of silent auction items including weekend getaways,

restaurant dining, golf, entertainment, gifts and much more. Live violin music, buffet of delicious hors d’oeuvres, desserts, Northwest wines and sparkling ciders. Proceeds benefit Willamalane Adult Activity Center. Willamalane, 5pm, $20-25, Ph 541-736-4544

Lake. Regional plant experts will lead participants through natural areas with native prairie plants in bloom. Participants should bring helmets, water, a picnic lunch and their bikes. Pre-reg req and space limited. Mount Pisgah, 9am – 2pm, Ph 541-767-9717

Walk MS 2016. Come together to end multiple sclerosis. Team up with friends, loved ones and co-workers to change the world for everyone affected by MS. Become a powerful force! Alton Baker Park, 9m, FREE! Ph 503-445-8342

Willamette Valley Music Festival. Live art, fire dances, aerial gymnasts and music branding workshop by guest speaker Mark Samples.

Willamette Valley Music Festival is a free, oneday multi-stage music and arts festival held in the heart of UO campus. Noon-midnight, FREE! Ph 541-346-4373

Bikes to Bloom Wildflower Tour. Follows sites on the Row River Trail bordering scenic Dorena

Family Music Time. This week, Rich Glauber delights all ages with interactive music play.

Downtown Library, 10:15am, FREE! Ph 541-682-8316

8 SUNDAY Chinese Dragon Boat Festival. Adults, teens, and children: join Qian Liu of the UO Confucius Institute to learn the history of the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival and handcraft traditional Dragon Boat decorations. Downtown Library, 3-4:30pm, all ages, FREE! Ph 541-682-8316 Willy Wonka Jr. by Rose Children’s Theater.

2pm, see the 1st Mothers Day Brunch. Bring mom in for a beautifully elegant Mother’s Day Brunch with a wide spread buffet by Pavilion Catering. Menu includes lobster bisque, carved ham, fresh fruit selections, french toast, caesar salad, scrambled eggs, cheesy potato hash, brisket and much more! Pfeiffer Winery, 10:30am – 12:30pm & 1:30pm – 3:30pm. $19-28, Ph 541-998-2828 Spa at the Vineyards. Celebrate Mother’s Day with a relaxing foot soak, soothing massage, vineyard views and award winning wine at Noble

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Farmers Markets Creswell Farmer’s Market. Every Tuesday May through October. Farm fare ranges from local fruits and vegetables to home grown meats. 4pm - 6pm, First and Oregon, Ph 541-895-2096 Hideaway Bakery Farmers Market.

Every Saturday 9am-3pm (per vendor availability), behind Mazzi’s Restaurant, Ph 541-868-1982 MarketPlace @ Sprout! Showcases the best of Lane County’s organic and locally-grown farm products. Farm fresh eggs, local meats and fish, plus produce, grains and artisan goodies. Music and activities vary week to week. Sprout! Every Friday, rain or shine, 3-7pm, FREE! Ph 541-345-7106 Lane County Farmers Market. Over 85 growers and producers, grown locally.

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Winter Farmers Market: Feb – March, park blocks. Holiday Farmers Market: Mid Nov – Mid Dec, Lane Events Center, Sat 10-5/Sun 11-5pm. FREE! Ph 541-431-4923 Winter Green Farmers Market.

Emmaus Lutheran Church, Weds 2pm–6pm, June–Oct. Ph 541-743-3366 Veneta Farmers Market. Every Sat 10am–2pm, June–September, Luther Lane & Territorial, Ph 541-285-4376 Cottage Grove Market. 10th & Washington, Mon – Sat, 10am–6pm yearround, Ph 541-337-7684 Food for Lane County Youth Farmers Market. Thurs 2pm–6pm, June–October, Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend.

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Pancho Sanchez Thursday, May 12th Second Friday Art Walk. Starts at Springfield City Hall, 5:00pm, FREE!

14 SATURDAY Comedy for a Cause. A fabulous and fun evening with stand up comedians from around the west coast, emceed by 94.5 MIX FM Liz and Reilly. Enter a benefit raffle with $4,000 in prizes. Wildish Theater, ! Doors open at 6:15 p.m. with wine, beer and appetizers available. $25, Ph 541-344-0620 Family Music Time. This week, Bryan Reed makes learning rock. Kids and family: sing and dance your way into the weekend! Downtown Library, 10:15am, FREE! Ph 541-682-8316 Mixed Media for Kids. Book Making (ages 7-12), Springfield Public Library. 10:30am, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766 Emerald Valley Opry. Featuring: Buffalo Romeo, Taylors Crossing, David Pope, Shasta Jazz and Musical Theatre, Willamette HS Topnotchers cappella music. Powers Auditorium Willamette High School, doors open 5pm, concert 6:009:30pm, $3-$8/under 7 free, Ph 541-688-0937 Downtown Library, 10:15am, FREE! Ph 541682-8316

OMSI Science Pub. Energy Storage for the 21st Century. During the last four decades, global energy demand has nearly tripled. Unfortunately, the pattern of energy sources has remained the same, where fossil fuels still provide more than 80% of what we need. This is unsustainable.

These questions and more answered. Whirled Pies at Cozmic, 5pm, $5, Ph 541-338-9333

Free, family friendly, fun!

Every Saturday 10 AM–5 PM at 8th & Oak Rain or Shine Shows s for kid 1 at 1 !

Pancho Sanchez and his Latin Band. Master conguero Sanchez has stirred up a fiery stew of straightahead jazz, gritty soul music and infectious melodies and rhythms from a variety of Latin American and South American sources. The Shedd Institute, 7:30pm, $29-37, Ph 541-434-7000 Scholastic Book Fair. Attend the Scholastic Book Fair and find new books for 50 - 80% off!

Lane Events Center, 10am-6pm, FREE! Ph 503-252-8486

13 FRIDAY Frank Vignola and Vinny Raniolo. Highenergy repertoire featuring contemporary tunes

by The Police, Frank Zappa and Black Sabbath; not-so-contemporary numbers by Bach and Mozart; and of course jaw-dropping, lightning fast gypsy jazz originals. The Shedd Institute, 7:30pm, $24-32, Ph 541-434-7000 Teens: Dr. Who Club. Get together to enjoy episodes, snacks, and Whovian conversation. Downtown Library, 4:00pm, FREE! Ph 541-682-8316 Scholastic Book Fair. See the 12th

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Little Wonders: Stories and Activities for Pre-K. This month we explore nature’s amazing colors and patterns. Create your own colorful craft and discover patterns all around you. Museum of Natural and Cultural History, ages 3-5, 10:30am – 12:30, Free-$5, Ph 541-346-3024

Eugene Ballet presents BodyVox – Urban Meadow. Approaches dance with a breezy freshness and simplicity that is all its own.” Their blend of dance, theater and film creates a show that is challenging and engaging for committed dance fans yet accessible to new audiences. Hult Center, 7:30pm, $34-70.50, Ph 541-682-5000 Scholastic Book Fair. See the 12th

15 SUNDAY Piccadilly Flea Market. Come find your newest treasure at Eugene’s only Flea Market where people sell crafts, collectibles, wares and services. Lane Events Center, Early bird 8-10am $7.50/10am – 3pm $1.50, Ph 541-683-5589 Wildflower & Music Festival. A day of workshops, walks, food, plant booths and featuring an art and nature outdoor exhibit. Live music all day. Children under 12 FREE! Mount Pisgah, 10am – 5pm, $8, Ph 541-747-1504 Bark in the Park. On your barks, get set, go!

Alton Baker Park goes to the dogs with the 23rd Annual Bark in the Park. Over 1,000 dogs and their people leash up for a 10K, 5K or 2K run/walk.

Canine activities, vendor booths, demonstrations and more! Alton Baker Park, 8am, $20-30, Ph 541-689-1503 Alice in Wonderland. This year’s Springtime Story Ballet presented by Pacific Classical Ballet and Ballet North West Academy. Wildish Theater, 4pm, $7-10, Ph 541-344-0620 Scholastic Book Fair. See the 12th

17 TUESDAY BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet. BeauSoleil have claimed their undisputed role as the most esteemed Cajun group in music. BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet take the rich Cajun traditions of Louisiana and artfully blend elements of zydeco, New Orleans jazz, Tex-Mex, country, and blues. The Shedd Institute, 7:30pm, $32, Ph 541-434-7000

Magical Moombah Friday & Saturday, May 27-28 Teens @ 4:30. Springfield Public Library, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766 Little Family Yoga with Brynne Blevins.

Springfield Public Library, 10:30am, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

18 WEDNESDAY Art Museum Day 2016. Enjoy free admission to the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art all day in celebration of International Art Museum Day! 11am-8pm, FREE! Ph 541-346-3027 Strings Concert. Come to the Spring Music Concert where students from the 4th to 8th grade will perform classical and modern pieces.

All welcome to share in these string and wind instrument accomplishments. Eugene Waldorf School, 7pm, FREE! Ph 541-683-6951

19 THURSDAY Preschool sensory and storytime with Debbie Laimon. Springfield Public Library.

10:30am, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

20 FRIDAY LEGO Club for kids. Springfield Public Library, in children’s area, 2-4pm, Ph 541-726-3766

21 SATURDAY Family Music Time. This week, Kris Olsen of Do Re Play inspires learning through musical exploration and fun. Downtown Library, 10:15am, FREE! Ph 541-682-8316 NewArt Northwest Kids - Artist Reception.

Inspired by the Robert Frost poem The Road Not Taken which features students visual depictions and descriptions of their lives, travels and hopes for the future, their journeys from heartbreak to joy and hope. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, 11am-noon, FREE! Ph 541-346-3027 The Owl and the Woodpecker exhibit opening. Come along on a remarkable birding adventure through spectacular images and vivid sound recordings. Journey deep into the natural histories of two of North America’s most iconic bird families. Museum of Natural History, 1-3pm, $5, Ph 541-346-3024 SAFE Kids Family Safety Fair. Enjoy demos on topics ranging from bike safety to ATV safety and greet representatives of the Eugene/ Springfield Fire Department, Life Flight and more. Presented in partnership with Peace Health, McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center, Safe Routes to Schools, the City of Eugene, Willamalane and Kohl’s. Willamalane, 10am2pm, FREE! Ph 541-736-4544

22 SUNDAY Birds, Blooms and Bees. Join ecologists Peg Boulay and Bruce Newhouse in vibrant spring life at the Arboretum. Identify and talk about flowers, trees, birds, bees and anything else you please!

Rain/shine, meet at Visitor Center. Pre-reg required. 2:30pm, $7, Ph 541-747-3817 Time Travel: A Dance Evolution. Take a magical adventure through time at this show by the Eugene Youth Ballet of Eugene Ballet Academy. Downtown Library, 10:15am, FREE! Ph 541-682-8316

24 TUESDAY Teens @ 4:30. Springfield Public Library, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

25 WEDNESDAY The Naked Magic Show (adults only).

Sleeves up, pants down: The Naked Magic Show featuring magic, mirth and more than a touch of mayhem as these two hot and hilarious magicians say abracadabra and take magic to a whole new level. Mature content, not full frontal nudity. The Hult Center, 7-9pm & 9:30-11:30pm, $38-72, Ph 541-682-5000

26 T HURSDAY Che Malambo. One of the most extraordinary and moving evening of movement and sound you will ever experience, featuring powerful foot stomping from the North and the subtler Southern style in bare feet. The rhythms are echoed by "bombos," and "boleadoras”. The Shedd Institute, 7:30pm, $24-26, Ph 541-434-7000 Preschool art and science storytime with Lucinda. Springfield Library. 10:30am, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

2016 Scottish Festival. Enjoy the rich traditions of Scotland, such as Celtic music, dancers and pipers, Scottish clan gatherings, Scottish food, a museum, horse-drawn wagon rides Sheep dog demonstration, and more! Irving Grange, 10am – 5pm, $5 donation and can of food/families $10/12 & Under Free.

Magical Moombah. See the 27th

Prefontaine Classic. See the 27th

29 SUNDAY Prefontaine Classic. See the 27th

31 TUESDAY Teens @ 4:30. Springfield Public Library, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

Children can benefit from age-appropriate technology, but watching TV or playing on a computer too long means missing out on other important activities. Playing outside, talking with friends and reading are all vital for kids.

So how can you strike the right balance in your house?

27 FRIDAY Prefontaine Classic. This iconic event consistently draws a world class field of athletes and fills the stands at the historic Hayward Field with cheering spectators. Three day event, Tix at Webfoot.com Magical Moombah. The Moombah crew and the audience, too, venture into space and off to the Moon, with imagination as wide as the sky.

They go to the moon, meet weird creatures, have parties under the stars, and find new friends!

A musical vaudeville for kids filled with skits, songs and fun contests, designed to introduce youngsters to the great folks and popular songs that everyone knows. The Shedd Institute, 10:00am and 1pm, $5, Ph 541-434-7000

28 SATURDAY Family Music Time. This week, Samuel Becerra plays lively music of South America and Mexico. Downtown Library, 10:15am, FREE! Ph 541-682-8316

It’s a good idea to put some rules in place.

Let your kids know what they are allowed to use and when they can use it. Discuss this as a family so that your kids can have a say too.

For more information and parenting tips, visit www.lanekids.org/triplep

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OREGON FAMILY 2016

National Academy of Artistic Gymnastics CAMPS! Full Day or Half-Day Drop-ins Welcome

1205 Oak Patch Road • Eugene, Oregon • 541-344-2002 • www.naag-gymnastics.org

Your Ticket to Summer Fun!

Fairy Princess Ballet Camp Ages 3-5 & 6-9 (July 11-15, 9am- 12pm)

Sleeping Beauty ballet camp

Also available: ballet classes & intensives

Ages 4-6 and 7-9 (July 18-22, 9am- 12pm)

Ballerina Bootcamp

Ages 4-6 and 7-9 (July 25-29, 9am- 12pm)

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SOCCER CAMPS

June 27 to Aug. 26

1-Week Camps • 6/20 - 8/15 Includes Free Soccer Ball & T-Shirt Boys and Girls ages 3 – 18 www.challengersports.com amaclennan@challengerports.com (916) 596-1694

Paleontology Ages Transportation Food Chemistry 3-14 Web Design 3D Printing Mythbusters Veterinary Medicine Weather Engineering . .and more!

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2016 Beaver Basketball Camps Team Showcase Grades 9th-12th June 12

Day Camp Grades K-7th July 25-28

Competition Camp: Grades 5th-12th June 20-23 Contact kurt.paulson@oregonstate.edu Website www.osumbbsummercamps.com

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SPARK ACADEMY

SUMMER DAY CAMPS Grades 4-8 | June & July

Coding and Computer Arts Minecraft®, Game Making, Digital Music, & more!

spark@lanecc.edu | lanecc.edu/sparkacademy | 541.463.6100

95% of the ocean is unexplored.

What will you discover this summer?

New OMSI camp in Newport, OR now open.

omsi.edu/summer

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Summer Science Adventures!

4-12

541-600-6614

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Camp Chaverim

www.tbieugene.org/page/summer-camps

541-485-1898

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Camp Harlow

www.campharlow.com

541-683-5416

5-18

Cascade Sports Camps

camps@campcascade.net

503-897-2600

9-17

Challenger Sports Camps

www.challengersports.com

916-265-2498

3-14

Downtown Athletic Club Kids Camp

www.downtownac.com

541-484-4011

5-12

Duck Trails (UO PE & REC)

https://uorec.uoregon.edu/youth-family

541-346-1057

5-14

Duer’s ATA Martial Arts

www.duersataoregon.com

541-345-3019

4-13

Emerald Lanes Learn to Bowl

emeraldlaneseugene.com

541-342-2611

5-18

ESYO Summer Musical Theater 1&2

www.esyorchestras.org

541-484-0473

7-18

Eugene Sudbury School Robotics Camp

www.eugenesudburyschool.org

541-683-5110

6-14

Far Horizons Montessori Camp

www.farhorizonsmontessori.com/wp/

541-485-0521

3-11

Jordan Kent Skills Camps

www.jordankentcamps.com

541-913-5166

6-12

Knight Camp

www.fencingacademy.net

541-221-1695

5 & up

Lane Tutoring Service

www.lanetutoringservice.com

541- 484-4133

5-18

Lane United FC Youth Summer Camp

http://www.laneunitedfc.com

541-393-9091

8-14

LCC Spark Academy

www.lanecc.edu/sparkacademy

541-463-6107

gr. 4-8

Marist HS Sports Camps

marisths.org

541-686-2234

k-8

Museum Summer Camps

http://natural-history.uoregon.edu/

541-346-5083

7-11

National Academy of Gymnastics

www.naag-gymnastics.org

541-344-2002

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Nearby Nature

www.nearbynature.org

541-687-9699

3-13

Nike Golf Camp (Nike Sports Camps)

www.USSportsCamps.com

415-451-2212

7-15

Northwest Adventures

www.nwyouthcorps.org

541-349-5055

12-15

Oakhill School Summer Camps

www.oakhillschool.com

541-744-0954

5-18

OCC Vocal Skills Camp

www.oregonchildrenschoir.com

541-225-5662

K-12

Old School Eugene Summer Camp

oldschooleugene.weebly.com

541-554-8669

4-14

OMSI Coastal Discovery Center at Camp Gray

www.omsi.edu/summer

503-797-4661

K-8

Oregon Ballet Academy

www.oregonballetacademy.com

541-338-7800

4-12

Oregon Contemporary Theatre

www.octheatre.org

541-684-6988

8-18

Oregon Duck Tennis Camp

ducktenniscamps.com

541-654-2318

6-18

Oregon Soccer Summer Camps

www.goducks.com/soccer

708-285-1427

5-18

Oregon State Boys Basketball Camps

www.osumbbsummercamps.com

541-737-2076

K-12

Oregon Volleyball Camps

www.duckvolleyballcamps.com

541-346-4459

10-18

Oregon Women’s Basketball Camp

www.goducks.com

206-786-2453

7-18

RCT Summer Musical Theater Camps

www.therct.com

458-215-0220

gr.1-12

Science Factory Children’s Museum

www.sciencefactory.org

541-682-7888

3-14

South Eugene Rowing Camp

amp@southeugenerowingclub.org

541-338-0041

gr.8-12

South Eugene Soccer Camp

www.southeugenesoccerclub.org

541-221-4494

gr.1-8

South Eugene Volleyball Camp

www.southeugenevolleyball.org

541-729-0746

9-14

Summer Learning at Oregon Tutor

www.oregontutor.com

541-733-1749

5-18

Summer Music Camps

www.eugenepianoacademy.com

541-484-5397

5-11

TGA Premier Golf and Tennis Camps

www.PlayTGA.com/SOregon

541-390-5200

5-14

The Shedd Institute

www.theshedd.org

541-434-7004

K-12

Whole Earth Nature School

naturecamps.org

541-937-KIDS

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Willamalane Summer Camps

www.willamalane.org

541-736-4024

gr. 1-5

Willamette University’s Pro Hoop Camps

wubearcats.com/camps/index

503-370-6063

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Indoor & Sand Camp June 20-23 All Skill Levels, Grades 3-5 & 6-8 Contact: Danielle Glenzel 541-790-8000 SouthEugeneVolleyball.org

Science · History · Hands-on fun Register online!

natural-history.uoregon.edu 541-346-3024 University of Oregon

Enrich the Mind, Body and Spirit!

Learn dances from around the world, conduct wacky science experiments, harvest and prepare an organic feast, and so much more!

Weekly field trips, swimming and activities, there is much to explore!

Register at www.farhorizonsmontessori.com or call 541-485-0521

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SOUTH EUGENE VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Museum Summer Camps

Jewish Summer Day Camp Grades 1-5 July 18-22 & July 25-29 www.tbieugene.org/page/camp-chaverim

GREAT FUN IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Vocal Skills Camp

• Camps for ages 5-13 • Sports camps • Extended hours • Adventure!

June 27-July 8 (grades 5-12) July 11-15 (grades 6-9) July 18-22 (grades K-2 & 3-5)

willamalane.org 541-736-4544

Singing • Music • Fun

www.oregonchildrenschoir.com

541-343-0840

Weekly Summer Gymnastics & Circus Camps!

DOWNTOWN ATHLETIC CLUB

ROBOTICS Programming ART Crafts & Design

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SUMMER CAMPS

swimming • games • projects field trips • sports • fun

eugenesudburyschool.org

Summer Bowling Camp

Emerald Bowling Center 541-342-2611

6 Sessions Between July 3rd – Aug 11th Boys and Girls, Ages 9 – 17 Register Quickly! Sessions Fill Up Fast!

Register: cascadesportscamp.com Email: camps@campcascade.net Phone: 503-897-2600

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Tue/Wed: 11am-1:30pm • Thurs: 12-2:30pm

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Fantastic Classes & Camps for All Ages!

541-687-9699

nearbynature.org South Eugene High School

32nd Annual Eugene Hi Soccer Camp31stSouth Annual Soc

June 20-24

June 151st - 8th gr M-Th 9-2; F $130

1st - 8th grade early registration & sib Mon-Thurs: 9-2 • Friday:Register: 9-12 southeugene $130 (siblings $110) Soccer ball & camp t-shirt included

Register: southeugenesoccerclub.org O R E G O N F A M I L Y. C O M • M A Y 2 0 1 6

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SUMMER CAMPS NEW LEGO® INSPIRED CAMP THEMES

Galaxy Far Away - Space Adventures Clash of Bricks - Mining & Crafting and more....

REGISTER ONLINE TODAY!!

Call 541-600-6614 or Visit:

www.bricks4kidz.com/oregon-eugene/

for Details & Camp Descriptions

South Eugene Rowing Club Summer Camps!

July 25-29 & Aug 1-5 Dexter Lake  Transport Provided

8 am-noon 8th-12th graders Fun! No experience required!

SouthEugeneRowingClub.org

Big Lake Youth Camp ADVENTURE FRIENDSHIP THE GREAT OUTDOORS

OVERNIGHT CAMP

Adventure OVER 20 ACTIVITIES

Eagle Crest Resort, Redmond

Friendship OVERNIGHT CAMPS FOR AGES 7-17

DAY CAMPS

RiverRidge Golf Complex, Eugene

USSPORTSCAMPS.COM

1-800-NIKE CAMP

All rights reserved. NIKE GOLF, the Swoosh Design and the Nike Golf Logo are trademarks of NIKE, Inc. and its affiliates, and are used under license.

NIKE is the title sponsor of the camps and has no control over the operation of the camps or the acts or omissions of US Sports Camps.

Marist High School Sports Camps

Join Us for Camp This Summer!

Boys Basketball ...June 20-23 Girls Basketball ...June 27-30 Volleyball ...July 18-21 Football ...August 1-4 Boys & Girls Soccer ...August 8-11

marisths.org

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follow @NikeJr GolfCamps

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Joshua Hirschstein, Director

K NIGHT C AMP CAMP DATES June 20 - 24 July 11 - 15

• Girls and Boys Ages 5 & up • Sword Skills Practice • Foam Swords & Protective Gear • Shield/Sword Heraldry & Crafts • Knightly Tournament on the Final Day!

Times: 9am-3pm Northwest Fencing Academy

www.fencingacademy.net • 541-221-1695

From Your School District

Hip, Hip, Huzzah: Three Cheers for Education Champions Local business community honors educators with annual awards

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n Eugene–Springfield, we believe in the power of public education and those who devote their lives to that cause.

That’s why the metro area school districts and business community come together to honor outstanding public educators with the annual ACE (A Champion in Education) awards.

In 2016 our community nominated more than 200 educators for recognition. Twelve champions are named each year and receive a $1,000 award for their school—totaling $132,000 in support to local schools over the past 11 years.

Teacher/Licensed Champions Springfield: Karen Babcock, Librarian/ Media Specialist, Ridgeview Elementary School Karen is a leader among librarians. She helps students be self-directed learners and independent users of information by promoting the spirit of inquiry and teaching effective fact-finding skills.

Bethel: Debi Bostwick, Special Education Language Arts and Math, Prairie Mountain School Debi is a caring advocate for students and a role model for staff. When a student struggles, Debi creatively tailors an individual solution.

When a teacher needs advice, Debi shares her experience and lends a hand.

Eugene: Janice Hornsby, Counselor, Kelly Middle School Janice arrives at school each day with a warm and open heart. She places students’ needs first and strives to ensure every student’s emotional and academic needs are met every day.

Classified Champions Eugene: Diane Dugan, School Secretary, Camas Ridge Elementary School Diane relishes the challenge of accomplishing what seems impossible. She acts as part leader, part cheerleader, and part therapist. She runs a

welcoming office where visitors feel at home and people of all ages seek her counsel.

Springfield: Tim R anger, Librar y E d uc at i o n a l A s s i s t a n t , M t . Ve r n o n Elementary School Tim has transformed the library into a rich and vibrant space surrounded by books, technology, drama and student leadership— all to promote a love of literacy and learning.

He meets students where they are and draws out their enthusiasm.

Bethel: Royal Yoakum, Maintenance/ Auditorium Manager Royal is encouraging, inspirational, knowledgeable and caring. He provides constant and exceptional support so students can learn. Whatever the task, Royal brings a relentlessly positive attitude and a smile to every job.

Administrator Champions Bethel: Jenny Sink, Principal, Fairfield Elementary School Jenny has exceptionally high standards and has created a school climate in which everyone encourages each other and feels valued. She pushes, coaches and encourages staff and students. Because of that, they never stop trying.

Eugene: Wes Flinn, Principal, Kelly Middle School Wes always strives to do what’s best for students and empowers his staff to do the same. Leading by example, he has developed a school community where all students and staff can flourish.

Springfield: Kevin Wright, Principal, Hamlin Middle School Kevin recognizes that quality educators make the big gest impact on student achievement, and models good instruction.

He focuses on the growth mind-set and guides the school to a culture of effort, grit and growth.

Volunteer Champions Springfield: Frank Koch, Thurston High School When not working as an executive consultant worldwide, Frank lends his expertise as a mentor and resource for students and staff.

Frank empowers students with effective decision-making skills they will use for the rest of their lives.

Eugene: Julie Butler, McCornack Elementary School As McCornack’s head library volunteer, Julie’s self-proclaimed mission is to put books into the hands of children, to ignite a passion for the written word, and to create lifelong readers.

Julie helps make students’ dreams come true.

Bethel: Phil Drake, Malabon Elementary School Phil volunteers at Malabon every morning— missing only 2 days in the past 8 years. Phil supports the fourth grade, works individually with kids, and serves as a grandfather figure in the classroom. Phil is an inspiration!

Lifetime Achievement Award ACE Awards sponsor Oregon Community Credit Union created a new award last year to honor an individual who has dedicated their lifetime, energy and heart to education. Sally Huling was honored with the first award in 2015. This year, the Lifetime Achievement Award goes to a remarkable woman who has left an indelible imprint both in our local community and throughout Oregon: Nancy Golden.

Thanks for community support Please join us in honoring our local educators and thanking the ACE Awards’ supporters: Eugene and Springfield Chambers of Commerce, Oregon Community Credit Union, Kendall Auto, PacificSource Health Plans, Hershner Hunter Attorneys, Eugene– Springfield McDonald’s, and All Academic Inc. O R E G O N F A M I L Y. C O M • M A Y 2 0 1 6

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The

411 on Braces

by Dr. Brad Chvatal

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s you look around at your child’s friends, you may notice some kids as young as 6 or 7 years old getting braces. You may be wondering if your child should be getting braces, too.

Though many orthodontic problems can wait to be corrected when all the baby teeth have fallen out, there are some orthodontic problems that are better corrected when the patient is younger and can provide critical assistance to development.

Delaying treatment for some orthodontic problems can lead to increased difficulty in correcting the problem, abnormal jaw growth, abnormal tooth wear or chipping, and even less stable long-term results.

Two-phase orthodontic treatment is a specialized process that combines physical and structural changes with tooth alignment. The purpose of a two-phase approach is to maximize the opportunity to accomplish the goals for health, function, and esthetics at a time when the developing structure can be more easily manipulated.

It is called a two-phase approach because it involves two separate and distinct periods when your child receives orthodontic treatment. The early phase, or “Phase I,” usually begins when your child is between seven and ten years old, but varies because of the eruption of the teeth and growth of the patient. The main goal of the first phase is to correct structural problems, such as crossbites or underbites, and to help to make room for the permanent teeth, allowing them to grow in with less crowding and strain. Helping the jaw develop in a way that will accommodate all of the permanent teeth and improve the way the upper and lower jaws fit together during early treatment benefits children tremendously. It is one of the reasons fewer teeth are extracted for orthodontics these days compared to 22

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past years and improves the overall health of the child.

The second phase of treatment, or “Phase II,” usually begins once the permanent teeth have all erupted into the mouth, around 12 years old. This is the phase where braces are on all the teeth. The purpose of this phase is to finalize the alignment of the teeth and also the bite. The goal of the second phase is to make sure each tooth has an exact location in the mouth where it functions ideally with the lips, cheeks, tongue, and other teeth. This allows for a great smile, healthy bite, and long-term stability of the teeth, gums, and surrounding bone.

Most orthodontists offer complementary initial screenings and recommend that every seven year-old be evaluated for bite problems that need to be addressed at an early age. While not every patient requires two phases of treatment, the orthodontist can monitor growth and development of the jaws and decide on if and when the time is right for treatment for your child. No referral is required from your general dentist to have your child assessed and you can call an orthodontist directly.

Your smile is your greeting to the world. It’s also a window to an important part of your dental health. The development of the smile begins well before all the permanent teeth are in place.

The foundation for that smile, that health and that confidence begins early. An orthodontist is trained to recognize and treat those difficult issues before they become difficult problems.

Dr. Brad Chvatal is a board-certified orthodontist in private practice located in Eugene, Oregon. He is Diplomate of the Board of Orthodontics, and an active member of the Angle Society of Orthodontists and American Association of Orthodontists. He has lectured and taught courses nationally on orthodontics at OHSU, Baylor College of Dentistry, the AAO, and the Charles Tweed Foundation.

He also is the father to four great children and an avid marathon runner.

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Good Moms

uring pregnancy you gave in to the urge for a Diet Coke. Gasp!

You lifted heavy boxes while setting up your baby’s room. Uh oh! You ignored your doctor’s warnings not to gain more weight. Shhh!

Before your child even entered the world you probably lived through more than one guilt-producing ‘bad mom moment.’ Let’s face it, being human means making mistakes and sometimes caving to temptation. Instead of beating yourself up about how you fail as a parent, why not choose forgiveness, or at least acceptance? Take it from plenty of good mothers: we all find as many ways to mess up as there are hours in the day. Don’t believe it? See how many of these bad mom moments sound familiar: 1. Forgetting to pick your child up from school/practice/lessons.

2. Eating the last piece of fudge that your son had already claimed.

3. Falling asleep/texting/talking during your daughter ’s dance/band/piano performance.

4. Locking yourself in the bathroom so you can finish the last chapter of a really good book.

5. Placing your child’s school project on the roof of the car and then driving away with it still up there.

6 . A r r i v i n g at p a re n t- te ac h e r conferences in your sweats.

7. Sneaking a pacifier/stuffed animal/ blankie/other ‘lovey’ into the trash.

8. Missing an appointment because it just slipped your mind.

9. Letting out an expletive in front of your child (under duress, of course).

10. Accumulating a stack of scout badges that should have been sewn onto a uniform.

… substandard parenting moments are a universal (and seemingly unavoidable) experience.

by Lara Krupicka

11. Accidentally leaving Santa’s special wrapping paper where your child can see it.

12. Making your child re-wear pants/ shirt/underwear/socks because the laundry wasn’t done.

13. Tooth Fairy? What Tooth Fairy?

14. Putting the car in drive without buckling your child’s car seat.

15. Losing your child in a store, mall or museum.

16. Finishing the leftovers of your child’s kids’ meal and then having him ask where it went because he’s still hungry.

17. Discovering a rash on your baby’s bottom because (oops!) you hadn’t changed his diaper all day.

18. Unintentionally giving your child a black eye while horsing around.

19. Scolding your child for leaving her dirty plate on the table, only to realize that it was your plate.

20. Finding your son’s goldfish doing the backstroke because you neglected to feed it while your son is at camp.

21. Telling your child he can only have two cookies for a snack and later caving to temptation and having five cookies yourself.

22. Landing your son on the wait list for the tee ball team when you fail to log on to registration at the exact hour that it opens.

23. Being the only parent to pack a sack lunch for the field trip, while everyone else’s sends money for the cafeteria because outside food is banned.

24. Waking your teen early (at her normal time) on a late start day because you’ve freaked out that she’s going to miss the bus.

Just remember, a bad moment does not make a bad mom. In fact, your response to the mistakes you make with your kids can be growth opportunities for all of you.

If nothing else, they often make for funny stories later on.

Lara Krupicka is a parenting journalist and mom to three girls. She’s lost count of her bad mom moments, but thankfully her daughters still call her the “Best Mom in the World.”

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Discovery Box

by Kristin Strommer

The

Stories Owls Tell

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n some cultures, owls are symbols of wisdom. Why do you think this is?

Perhaps it’s their precision as hunters.

Using their extraordinary powers of hearing and vision, owls can detect the tiniest of prey, and then swoop down on silent wings to capture an evening meal.

Maybe the reason owls symbolize intelligence is because they make use of so many different habitats. After all, you can find owl species nearly everywhere— from the Arctic tundra to the Saudi Arabian desert to the forests of the Pacific Northwest.

Or maybe owls are considered wise because they teach us so much about ecosystems.

An ecosystem is a community of living organisms that interact with one another and with their environment. From plants and animals to water and soil, the various parts function together as a unit. An imbalance in one part of the community will affect the community as a whole.

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Northern Spotted Owl by Paul Bannick, part of The Owl and the Woodpecker exhibit coming this month to the Museum of Natural and Cultural History.

are certain species that are especially sensitive to changes in their environment.

When an ecosystem is disrupted by something like pollution or climate

change, these species will often be the first to show the impacts, providing early warning signs of an ecological imbalance.

Known as “indicator species,” these organisms help us understand whether an ecosystem is thriving—or whether it’s in trouble.

In Oregon and other parts of the the Pacific Northwest, scientists often rely on the Northern spotted owl as an indicator species. The Northern spotted owl thrives in forests with large trees, dense canopy, decaying logs, and standing snags—qualities that forests only achieve after they’ve been around for about 150 to 200 years.

When spotted owls are present in a forest, we know that there’s a reasonably healthy old-growth ecosystem in place.

But even a small change can cause this highly sensitive owl species to decline in number. If the owl population begins to shrink in a certain area, this may signal an imbalance in the ecosystem, resulting from the overharvesting of timber or overpopulation by a competing owl species.

You can learn more about Northern spotted owls—along with a number of other North American bird species—at the Museum of Natural and Cultural History (MNCH). The Owl and the Woodpecker exhibit will take you on a remarkable birding adventure with vibrant photographs, sound recordings, and more. On loan from the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, the exhibit will be on view at the MNCH from May 21 through September 18.

Bring the family to The Owl and the Woodpecker opening celebration on Saturday, May 21, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The museum, along with Cascades Raptor Center and the Lane County Audubon Society, will present an afternoon of bird-inspired fun with crafts, snacks, and live feathered guests!

General admission is $5. The event is free for MNCH members. Visit natural-history.uoregon.edu to learn more. The Museum of Natural and Cultural History is located at 1680 East 15th Avenue in Eugene.

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Earthtalk from the Editors of “E” the Environmental Magazine

Dear EarthTalk: How can I tell if the green certifications and labels on all kinds of products these days are legitimate or just ‘greenwashing’?

— Paul Bass, New York, NY

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s sustainability becomes more mainstream, more and more products today advertise their green cre denti als — w ith many displaying third-par ty certifications on their labels.

But how can consumers know which certifications are legit?

Americans’ confidence in green labels reached a low in 2011 when the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) busted “Tested Green” for selling unverified environmental cer tifications backed up by unqualified “experts” at supposedly independent firms that were actually owned by the same person. Tested Green used its website and mass e-mails to drum up more than 100 customers—and six figure revenues—falsely claiming to be the “nation’s leading certification program with over 45,000 certifications in the United States.” According to the FTC, the company never tested any of the companies it certified and instead awarded use of its label and a link to a “certification verification page” on its website for any customer willing to spend 26

$189.95 on a “Rapid” certification, or $549.95 for a “Pro” certification.

Tested Green is far from the only such case the FTC has pursued. The agency has investigated thousands of cases of misleading green labeling and works hard to ferret out and shut down offenders. “It’s no secret that consumers want products that are environmentally friendly, and that companies are trying to meet that need,” says Jessica Rich, director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. “But companies that don’t have evidence to support the environmental claims they make about their products erode consumer confidence and undermine those companies that are playing by the rules.”

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The FTC also hopes to stem the rising tide of greenwashing through publication of its free Green Guides, which help companies understand the general principles that apply to all environmental marketing claims, how consumers are likely to interpret particular claims and how to substantiate such claims, and how to back up claims to avoid deceiving consumers. First released in 1992 and revised most recently in 2012, the latest version incorporates guidance on the use of third-party certification seals and claims

about carbon offsets and “renewable” materials and energy sources.

For their part, consumers should investigate any green certification labels they see on products to ascertain whether or not they are valid.

Some of the certifications we know we can all trust include the federal government’s USDA Organic label for organically produced food, the ENERGY STAR label for energy efficient electronics and appliances; independent agency certifications from Cradle to Cradle for manufacturers, t h e R a i n fo re s t Alliance for coffee and other tropical agricultural goods,

t h e Fo re s t S te w a rd s h i p Council for timber and wood producers, and the U.S . Green Building Council’s LEED program for construction and building.

Perhaps the granddaddy of all third-par ty ecocertifications is Green Seal, which has certified thousands of businesses, government agencies and nonprofits since its inception in 1989 and essentially started the green labeling movement.

While some regional, industry and proprietary labels may be valid as well, buyers should be war y of any certifications they haven’t heard of or can’t verify via a

quick check online.

One way to find out if an eco label is legit is by checking it out on the Ecolabel Index, the largest global directory of sustainability oriented certification labels, currently tracking 463 ecolabels in 199 countries across 25 industry sectors.

CONTACTS: FTC Green Guides, www.ftc.gov/news-events/mediaresources/truth-advertising/ green-guides; Ecolabel Index, www. ecolabelindex.com.

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Movie Time

by Bonnie L. Harris

Predators, Prey, and DNA Judy and Nick track down clues.

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friend recommended Disney’s new animated feature Zootopia because of its positive lessons regarding racial discrimination, but I enjoyed Zootopia for its feminist viewpoint and a smart little rabbit named Judy, who challenges a male-dominated society and comes out a winner.

My friend and I agree, however, that Zootopia whisks the audience into a fresh, fast-

paced, and comic look at a world run by animals that’s a close reflection of our own.

Our hero, Judy Hops, is a country bunny with big-city dreams, and she’s determined to become the very first rabbit police officer. With warnings from her parents ringing in her fuzzy ears, Judy graduates from the Police Academy and arrives in Zootopia where bad guys come with fur, feathers, and fangs. She’s assigned to parking patrol as a meter-maid, but Judy’s nose for fighting crime quickly launches her into a

missing mammal investigation.

Helped by an unwilling fox named Nick Wilde, Judy follows the trail of clues to the secret headquarters of a band of Night Howler wolves. Judy discovers that they’re holding kidnapped mammals who have turned “savage” and even the Mayor is in on the cover-up.

Judy solves the case, but then fear sweeps Zootopia: Will all predators turn savage because it’s in their DNA? Judy blames herself for the chaotic mess and she gives up her badge to return home to Bunny-Burrow.

FOR THE PARENTS Fear is a Four-Letter Word My Name is Doris Roadside Attractions, Rated: R Now in theatres

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s I’ve said before, the MPAA often gets it wrong when they slap an “R” rating on a film because of language. Granted, the two words in Hello, My Name is Doris are F-bombs, but aside from one scene, this warm-hearted comedy positively shines with memorable friendships, kooky hipsters, and a poignant story of unrequited love. Sally Field delivers an Oscar-worthy performance and director Michael Showalter brings out the best in the wonderful supporting cast.

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It’s not easy starting a film at a funeral, but that’s where we meet Doris Miller, a spinster with a unique mind of her own. Her dead-end accountant job at a fashion magazine keeps her hidden, but after a chance meeting with the handsome new art director, John Fremont, Doris embarks on a mission to be noticed. Her best friend’s granddaughter, Vivian, helps Doris concoct a new cyber profile to infiltrate John’s Facebook page and his private life. Meanwhile at work, Doris does her best to draw John’s attention her way. Under the pretext of liking the same music, Doris and John kindle an unusual friendship that not only brings Doris out of her shell, but also pushes her away from trusted friends. Their misunderstood relationship then

But never fear, our plucky Judy discovers another clue that sends her back to Zootopia to find Nick and track down the real villains. Prey animals and predators then work together to eventually put everything right.

Zootopia’s solid stor ytelling and hilarious animal personalities are mixed with unexpected twists and turns that make it a fun-filled adventure for ever yone.

Younger viewers might find the tigers, wolves, and “savage” animals a bit too intense.

leads to heartbreak and Doris must reevaluate her life in order to make the decisions she’s avoided for many years.

Hello, My Name is Doris certainly appeals to the over-forty crowd, but its themes of finding joy at any age and staying young at heart makes it an all-around winner.

Vivian & Doris invent her new profile.

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a Unique Public Outreach Effort is Underway Our work at Oregon Family puts us in constant contact with parents, teachers and students, and not surprisingly, we hear a lot of discussion about education.

The other day, we received a press release about something completely different. It piqued our interest because it’s different than anything we’ve encountered before.

If you haven’t yet bumped into it… take a minute: go to oregon-rising.org.

Oregon Rising is a public outreach effort with the ambitious goal of gathering opinions and specifically, “dreams for education,” from at least 10,000 Oregonians. The state-wide reach alone makes it stand out, but

Community meetings are scheduled for the following. Dates,

get this: the effort specifically challenges participants to dream without the constraints of funding or budget.

“Community gatherings” are taking place across the state and are primarily being hosted by superintendents and principals but there are many exceptions. These meetings include both a conversation and a survey component (also available online). The effort encourages in-person participation, which facilitates interaction and allows for a deeper level of participation.

However, the survey is also online so anyone can weigh in, even without attending a meeting. We found the time it took to respond to the survey (15 minutes or so) passed quickly and really got us thinking.

times and locations are online at: oregon-rising.org/Gather-Locally.

Bethel School District Blachly School District Creswell School District Lowell School District 4J/Bethel/Springfield Combined

See for yourself, and “add your voice” as the effort encourages.

Oregon Family is excited to help spread the word about Oregon Rising meetings in Lane County.

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zmae and Sadie are the odd couple – they came to Greenhill together as a bonded pair, and we are looking for a home that will keep them that way… …Both are good with cats, kids ages 10 and up, and are big fans of walks and belly rubs. If you’re looking for a pair of goofs that will complete your family, you’ve found them!

Join us for the 23rd Annual Bark in the Park, a walk, run and fundraiser for homeless pets on Sunday, May 15th at Alton Baker Park. Sign up now at GreenHill.org. Greenhill Humane Society is open for adoptions and visits FridayTuesday, 11am-6pm (closed Wed & Thurs) at 88530 Green Hill Road in Eugene.

For more information call (541) 689-1503 or visit www.green-hill.org

EYMORE is a handsome and friendly young orange tabby male kitty about 18 months old. He i s t h e w o r l d ’s premier lounger and snuggler. He snuggled his way in from the cold, purring the entire time. He is comfortable around kids, dogs and other cats, and even tries to convince the dog to pet him.

Seymore’s sunny disposition and boundless optimism means everyone likes him just about as much as he thinks they do. He was born to an unfixed momma cat that belonged to a neighbor, and was raised by a caring family with lots of human handling.

Seymore will seek you out frequently, loves being petted, and will fall asleep on your lap. As an added bonus, he purrs like a jet engine. His adoption fee is $75, which is strictly to help cover our costs. He has been tested for feline leukemia and FIV (he is negative), neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, defleaed and dewormed – plus you get a free vet visit. Seymore is currently in foster care.

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