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FEATURES Food Allergies Causes and treatments

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7 Fyi 7 Community News 8 Ask the Teacher 9 Health 11 Picks 13 Style

14 Is My Kid OK?

Parenting + dating

15 Growing Up

Sibling rivalry

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Fortunately, Jackson was retested when he was 3, and we discovered that he had outgrown his allergy. I’m not sure what caused the allergy or the reasons he outgrew it, but I was certainly thankful.

Other parents aren’t so lucky and must cope with potentially life-threatening allergies on a daily basis. Writer Jamie Lober explores this topic in this month’s issue (Food Allergies on the Rise, page 16) and shares the latest research. Several studies and recent desensitization programs show promise.

Speaking of nutrition, we’re turning the spotlight on two Triad families who are beginning a healthier lifestyle journey (Fit Family Challenge is On!, page 20). Meet the Cook and the Bray families, who will receive customized plans from our expert panel on diet, exercise and leading more balanced lives.

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Lastly, this month’s Calendar of Events (page 25) is packed with fun activities for the whole family. Spring is finally here, and there’s no shortage of fun-filled events to welcome the warmer weather.

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Five Baby Penguins Make Debut at Greensboro Science Center

Kiffen Loomis was named the winner of the senior division in the Winston-Salem Symphony’s Peter Perret Youth Talent Search.

Winston-Salem Symphony Names 2014-2015 Peter Perret Youth Talent Search Winners The Winston-Salem Symphony has announced the winners of the 2014-15 Peter Perret Youth Talent Search competition. The first-place winner of the senior division for ages 13 through senior year of high school is Kiffen Loomis, a pianist from Asheville.

The winner of the junior division for students ages eight to 12 is violinist Brian Lin of Greenville.

The annual Youth Talent Search, named in honor of former Winston-Salem Symphony Music Director Peter Perret, was developed to identify the region’s most gifted and talented young musicians, to develop young talent, and to recognize and support the teachers and families of musically gifted children. Participation in the competition also provides students with experience and motivation to continue their musical studies.

Loomis and Lin recently performed with the Winston-Salem Symphony at the Concert for Community on March 14 in Wait Chapel on the Wake Forest University campus. Loomis played Rachmaninoff’s “Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini,” and Lin played the first movement of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E Minor.

Five baby penguins were recently introduced to the penguin colony and given access to their new home, Penguin Post, at the Greensboro Science Center. The chicks — Raven, Brady, Jordy, Two of the five baby penguins that were recently hatched at the Greensboro Science Center.

Keuchly and Wangari — were Photo courtesy of Greensboro Science Center. hatched between Oct. 29 and Dec. 9, 2014. They are three females and two males.

There was an important reason for introducing all five birds at the same time, says Carmen Murray, senior keeper. “The oldest chick, Raven, was ready to go out on exhibit last month, but since she didn’t have a clutch mate, we decided to wait for her to have buddies before meeting the adult penguins.

Chicks typically stay together and form their own hierarchy, which means they help each other from getting picked on too much by older birds. The last four chicks were all hatched less than two weeks apart. They are just finishing molting, so they are ready to go on exhibit and find their new pecking order within the colony.”

These penguins, along with the others who make the Greensboro Science Center home, will be celebrated April 25 during the center’s second annual Tuxedo Trot: Run for the Penguins. The race coincides with World Penguin Day and is an event created to raise funds for endangered African penguins.

The birds’ population has declined dramatically in the past 10 years, and there is an urgent need for help. 100 percent of the profits from the race will be donated to the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds to help save these penguins. For more information visit tuxedotrot.com.

Tenth Annual Piedmont Earth Day Fair to be Held April 25 Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA), the nonprofit organizer of the annual Piedmont Earth Day Fair, anticipates a record crowd of more than 10,000 visitors to the 10th annual Piedmont Earth Day Fair to be held Saturday, April 25 at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. The event is free and will feature family-friendly programming with 100+ exhibits featuring a variety of environmental topics, sustainable solutions and local initiatives.

This year, Piedmont Environmental Alliance will launch a new hands-on learning program, Energy Explorations, geared toward fifth- through ninth-grade students. The program, funded in part by grants from Wells Fargo and Great Outdoor Provision Company, will provide interactive activities for children to better understand how energy is created and stored, clean renewable energy sources, and the importance of conserving energy. At the center of the presentation is Pedal Power, a human-powered energy bike that demonstrates how energy is generated and how much it takes to power various household items. After the Earth Day Fair, Energy Explorations will be available to schools throughout the Triad.

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Is your child allergic to any foods?

Kara Yates: Milk, eggs and peanuts.

Heather Harris Tipton: Peanuts and tree nuts.

Lissette Aguirre: No. Jennifer Johnston McFadden: Two kids — first had peanut, tree nut, shellfish and peach allergies; second is allergic to nuts, rice and peaches.

Ways to Overcome You Child’s Shyness

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My daughter is in middle school and is beginning to hate school. She is an academic superstar; however, her shyness is stopping her from feeling confident at school. She feels uncomfortable answering questions in class or participating in discussions. She is also reluctant to talk to more than a few other students. What can be done to help her overcome her shyness?

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Most people have some degree of shyness. According to Philip Zimbardo, professor

psychology at Stanford University, shyness is a mental attitude that predisposes

people to be extremely concerned about the social evaluation of them by others.

It involves keeping a low profile by holding back from initiating actions that might call attention to one’s self.

We recommend that you read Professor Zimbardo’s book “The Shy Child: Overcoming and Preventing Shyness From Infancy to Adulthood.” It has some of the best suggestions that we have seen for helping parents combat shyness in their children. These include: n Do not label your child as shy. Never say: “Don’t be shy.” n Encourage talking at home. n Seek cooperation from teachers in reducing shyness in the classroom. n Teach your child how to compliment his or her teachers and peers. n Teach and display listening skills. n Compliment the shy child and other family members whenever possible. n Find a younger playmate for your child to help the him or her practice social skills and to be more assertive. n Frequently, gifted children like your daughter suffer from shyness because they perceive themselves as different from others. Enrolling her in a gifted program this summer could be helpful. Learning new physical skills also could contribute to building her self-esteem.

Parents should send questions and comments to dearteacher@dearteacher.com or visit dearteacher.com.

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Alexis Helland McCoy: Cashews and pistachios — we stay away from all tree nuts.

Aprille Donaldson: Eggs and peanuts!

Elizabeth Owens: Peanuts.

Jolene Marts Cox: Beef, barley, rice, oats, tomato, soy, onions, carrots, tree nut and peanuts.

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BY KATHERINE KOPP

U.S. Healthy Eating Index Shows Ups and Downs The total Healthy Eating Index 2010 score (the most recent available) reflects a measure of overall diet quality. For children ages 2-17 in 2003-2004, 2005-2006 and 2007-2008, totals ranged from 47-50 percent, revealing that children’s and adolescents’ diet quality fell considerably short of recommendations.

The average scores for all Healthy Eating Index 2010 components also fell below standards. Dairy (milk and milk products) and total proteins (meat, fish, poultry, eggs, etc.) were closest to the standards (83-86 percent for children and 80-84 percent for adolescents, respectively).

Scores for greens, beans and whole grains were farthest from the standards (14 percent-18 percent for children and 16 percent-18 percent for adolescents, respectively). This meant that 2- to 17-year-olds consumed far less than the recommended level of dark green vegetables, beans and whole grains.

On average, the component scores were similar across the three periods. Learn more at childstats.gov/americaschildren13/ health6.asp.

25%

The number of children ages 2-5 who are overweight or obese.

Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Time for THE Talk?

Most Active N.C. Cities

Many parents find it difficult to talk with their children about sex. These tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics may make “the talk” a little easier:

Where do North Carolina cities rank in Wallethub.com’s “100 Best and Worst Cities for an Active Lifestyle” list?

a Be prepared. Practice what you plan to say.

48. Raleigh

a Be honest. Let your teen know that information about sex should come from you.

51. Durham 63. Charlotte

a Listen. Give your teen a chance to talk and ask questions.

79. Winston-Salem

a Try to strike a balance. While teens need privacy, they also need information and guidance.

81. Greensboro

a Ask for help. If you just can’t do it alone, ask your pediatrician, a trusted aunt or uncle, or a member of the clergy for help.

Findings are based on the country’s 100 most populated cities and how well they accommodate or encourage an active lifestyle.

Katherine Kopp is a freelance writer in Chapel Hill. piedmontparent.com | APRIL 2015

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IS MY KID OK? — their side. If your child gets upset, keep in mind that they are just kids and do not always know the best way to express their emotions.

Here are some tips to help ease your

children into your dating life: a Let them know that your love does not change. This may be obvious to you, but this is a common fear of children. When talking about your new relationship with your children, let them know that your time together is still important and will continue. a If your children’s other parent is still in their lives, let your children know that your boyfriend does not take their dad or mom’s place. Children often feel they must call the new person “dad” or “mom,” and that word carries a lot of meaning and emotion.

Parents Should Offer Reassurance, Patience When Introducing New Love Interest to Kids

BY HANNAH NAIL COBLE

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I am a single mom with two children, 10 and 12 years old. I have been dating someone for more than a year, and the relationship is becoming serious. My children have not met my boyfriend, but I have recently begun talking to them about him. They are both very unhappy to hear about this and do not want to

parent. Many children have a hard time

is common for children to become

understanding why their parents could

hostile and defiant about meeting

not “work it out” and fear they will lose the

a new partner because they lack control

other parent as well. This kind of thinking

over the situation and because of all the

creates a tug-a-war in children’s minds

emotions involved. Your best track is to be

leading them to feel that they must choose

reassuring and patient.

between parents.

Children have their own opinions, and

about their needs or stop loving them due

just because you like this new person does

to the new person. Your children may

not mean they are going to automatically

fear that time you spend with them will

hit it off with them. Remember, you have a

diminish and all your time will be spent

different set of criteria for this relationship

with the new love interest.

than your children. Your new friend is

not their friend and they might fight on

Another reason for their unhappiness

could be their loyalty to their other

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change this role. a Change routines slowly and allow as few disruptions as possible. For example, children can become family dinners start happening at a new place. This strange place is not their home and they do not feel safe.

Ease the children into meeting your boyfriend using social outings such as a basketball game or going out for

This can be a challenging time. It

Children worry that you will forget

mom is still mom, and no person will

frustrated and confused when

meet him. What can I do?

A

Tell them that dad is still their dad or

purpose because they want you take sides

pizza. When children see they share common interests, it will become easier for them to including your boyfriend in activities. a Finally, don’t sneak around or be dishonest. Children are intelligent and can pick up when someone is not being genuine. If you are going on a date, tell them. As a parent, be honest and maintain trust.

Hannah Nail Coble is a clinical social worker who works with children and adolescents at Cone Health Behavioral Health Hospital.

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Tame the Rivalry: Helping Siblings Get Along

BY MALIA JACOBSON

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f you have more than one child living under your roof, chances are you’ve dealt with sibling rivalry and shrieks of “It’s not fair!” or “But he did it first!” Because eight

out of 10 children in the U.S. have one or more siblings, rivalry is a daily struggle for millions of American parents. But sibling tensions don’t have to rule your home. Here are some age-by-age strategies for smoothing sibling squabbles.

AGES 2-5

Baby Blues Toddlers are blissfully oblivious to sibling tensions until a new baby arrives on the scene.

Even a toddler who shows excitement and tenderness toward a new sibling can display a sudden, uncharacteristic jealous streak, says family therapist Josie Clark-Trippodo of Greensboro.

“Behavioral signs of jealousy could include regression, clinginess, tantrums and aggression towards the new baby, parents or pets,” she says.

Jealousy can be stealthy and appear seemingly out of the blue — one reason to never leave a new baby alone with a toddler sibling.

Spending extra one-on-one time with a jealous toddler can help assure him and soothe feelings of jealousy. “Allow the child to warm up

to the sibling on his or her own time, and don’t force interactions,” Clark-Trippodo says. For a smoother sibling bond, prep a tot by reading books together including “My New Baby” by Rachel Fuller, “I'm a Big Brother” by Joanne Cole or “There Is Going To Be a Baby” by John Burningham and Helen Oxenbury. Parents can pick out a special big brother or big sister gift from the baby to the older sibling and present the gift when the baby comes home from the hospital.

AGES 6-12

Compare Fair Parents of school-aged children can accidentally fuel sibling feuds by pitting siblings against one another. Saying things to motivate and reward kids like “Hey, let’s see who can finish

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their chores fastest,” or “First person to clean her plate gets first pick of the popsicles,” can backfire, says licensed counselor Debbie Pincus, creator of the The Calm Parent program. Avoid creating a competitive atmosphere with races, and instead use individual rewards to encourage positive behaviors.

“Try something like ‘When you get your room clean, I will give you some time with the iPad.’ Have them compete with themselves, rather than each other,” Pincus says.

Comparisons and labels, such as “Josh gets ready so quickly in the morning, why can’t you?” or “She’s the athletic one!” can feed resentment and spark rivalry, particularly if a sibling already feels sensitive about her performance in that area. Recognize each child’s traits separately to help each child shine in his or her own right.

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Positive Boost Bickering between teen siblings can be intense, but sibling rivalry isn’t always negative. “If parents can stay out of the middle, rivalry can be positive, helping kids learn about problem-solving, empathy and self-regulation, and helping them to recognize and strive toward qualities they admire in a brother or sister,” Pincus says.

Help teen siblings learn from, instead of resent, one another’s strengths whenever possible by stepping back and allowing them to work through problems on their own. If a teen envies a sibling’s possessions, grades, social life or bank balance, ask him or her to think about the personality traits and behaviors that helped the envied sibling get what it is he or she wants. Work together to outline a few steps to help the jealous sibling achieve something similar, then let the teen independently carry out the steps to promote personal growth without competition. When each sibling feels valued, and nobody has to compete for a parent’s favor, kids will naturally respect their siblings, Pincus says.

Malia Jacobson is an award-winning health and parenting journalist and mom of three. piedmontparent.com | APRIL 2015

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Food Allergies on the Rise Understand possible causes and treatments

BY JAMIE LOBER

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ood allergies are on the rise in developed countries and researchers are trying to discover why. According to a 2013 study by the Centers for Disease Control

and Prevention, food allergies among children increased by 50 percent between 1997 and 2011.

There’s a good chance you know — or even parent — a child who has

its Infant and Toddler Health Web page that “postponing solids —

a food allergy. Dr. Ceyhun Ozturk of Little Oaks Pediatrics in Raleigh

including highly allergenic foods — past 4 to 6 months of age also

says “one in 13 children in the United States is affected by food

hasn’t been shown to prevent asthma, hay fever, eczema or food

allergies.” The prevalence of peanut allergies among children, for

allergies.”

example, more than tripled from .4 percent to 1.4 percent between

A recent study, however, concluded that early introduction of

1997 and 2008, according to a 2010 study conducted by the American

foods containing peanuts may decrease the development of a peanut

College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.

allergy. The study, conducted at King’s College in London, included

more than 600 infants ranging in age from 4 to 11 months. Each

Why are these increases occurring? Understanding the possible

causes has stumped many experts.

Hypotheses

child was randomly assigned to either regularly eat or not eat foods with peanuts until they were 5 years old. The study indicated that for every 100 children, 14 would normally go on to develop an allergy by

Allergy and immunology experts are unable to offer an exact cause

the age of 5. For children who, as infants, were introduced to foods

for the increase in allergies, but have formed a few hypotheses.

with peanuts, that number fell by 86 percent, to just two out of every

According to the UCLA Food and Drug Allergy Care Center, the

100 children. The findings could apply to other allergies, but doctors

“hygiene hypothesis” states that excessive cleanliness interrupts the

warn not to experiment at home.

normal development of the immune system, which can lead to an increase in allergies.

“In short, our ‘developed’ lifestyles have eliminated the natural variation in the types and quantity of germs our immune systems

Doctors and researchers are hopeful that, based on this new evidence and more research, early introduction of foods can help curb food allergies, and new protocols will follow.

need for [them] to develop into a less allergic, better regulated state

Identification

of being,” the UCLA Food and Drug Allergy Care Center website

The first step to solving this mystery is to understand what is going

states.

on during an allergic reaction.

Another hypothesis published in 2006 by the Adverse Reactions

“Food allergy basically occurs when your immune system

to Foods Committee at the American College of Allergy, Asthma

inappropriately forms allergic antibodies to foods someone has

and Immunology, suggests that a child’s risk of developing a food

been exposed to during their life,” says Dr. Joel Hartman of Allergy

allergy is greater when the child is fed solid foods before 6 months

Partners of the Piedmont.

of age. The Mayo Clinic, however, challenges this view, asserting on

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This struggle usually arises during a child’s first and second year

of life and often manifests as an allergy to milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish and/or shellfish.

“Milk is tough, especially if kids are reactive to milk in baked goods, so families have to be diligent about label-reading, because milk, soy, wheat and egg can be hidden in a lot of foods,” says Dr. Emily Langley of Carolina Asthma & Allergy Center, which has locations throughout the Charlotte area.

Parents of allergic children should ask questions at restaurants if they are unclear on what entrees contain, and should keep an eye on their allergic child if he or she does eat something he or she is allergic to, since the reaction may not appear immediately. “Typically food allergy presents within 20 to 30 minutes if not immediately after

delaying the introduction of highly allergenic foods to high-risk infants. This meant delaying the introduction of cow’s milk until age 1; egg until age 2; and fish, peanuts and tree nuts until age 3.

More recent guidelines are less stringent but still unspecific. “(The AAP) determined in 2008 that there was no convincing evidence for delaying the introduction of highly allergenic foods, but the report did not provide guidelines on how and when to introduce them, so it is still a highly debated topic among pediatricians and allergists,” Ozturk says. “The medical community is split on the issues, but there are good proponents to delay allergenic foods, but also proponents for introducing them as early as 4 to 6 months — except cow’s milk, because consuming high amounts of cow’s

you eat a food, and a kid will develop hives or a rash around [his]

milk before 12 months makes you run the risk of developing low

face, chest or all over his body; may experience swelling of the lips or

hemoglobin or anemia.”

tongue; may start coughing, wheezing, having difficulty breathing; or have nausea, vomiting and diarrhea,” Langley says.

Identification is not always straightforward. “It can overlap with a lot of other conditions like food sensitivities, gastrointestinal illnesses,

Some factors are out of parental control. “Kids most at risk have a family history like a parent or sibling with an allergic condition — whether it is asthma, food allergy, eczema or environmental allergies,” Langley says.

viral illnesses or food intolerances, so it can be difficult to discern if it

Nobody said managing food allergies would be easy.

is an allergy or another medical illness going on,” Langley adds.

“It is a life-threatening condition and also a change in lifestyle for an entire family,” Langley says.

Confirmation To confirm a food allergy, see a doctor. “We take history and decide

Treatment

the best way to test, but the only absolute way to make certain you do

In an effort to treat food allergies, several universities across the U.S.

not have a food allergy is for the allergist to perform what is called an

are performing desensitization clinical trials.

open food challenge in the office, where the patient brings the food

A clinical trial being conducted at Stanford University combines

to the office and over a period of an hour or two we introduce small

a shot of the drug Xolair with slowly increasing exposure to the foods

amounts, increasing [the amount] over that time,” Hartman says.

that a patient is sensitive to. So far, 700 participants in the clinical

This helps rule allergies out.

trials have developed the ability to eat foods that previously triggered

Based on the clinical reaction, doctors may choose to run a skin

an allergic reaction. The treatment begins with a series of injections

test, which involves pricking the skin with an extract of the allergenic

to lower the patient’s immune response. Slow and low exposure to

protein and looking for what is called a “wheel and flare response,”

the allergen follows and then researchers increase the “dose” of the

which is the appearance of a small hive or mosquito bite at the site of

allergy-causing food over the course of up to a year.

the skin prick, Langley says. Or, doctors may choose to run a blood

“I am hopeful that over the next decade that we may have

test called a RAST (radioallergosorbent test), she says, which helps

something to offer families other than just avoidance and treatment

identify allergy antibodies to a certain food.

of acute situations,” Langley says.

Guidelines

Jamie Lober, author of “Pink Power,” has a passion for health promotion and disease prevention. Contact her at jamie@getpinkpower.com.

Ozturk says in 2000, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised

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Capture the Benefits of Sports Camp 8 reasons to send your child this summer

BY GAYLA GRACE

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amp has a unique way of teaching kids their value while giving them fun opportunities they would never

experience at home. Sports camps, in particular, offer new adventures as kids explore hidden abilities or build on already developed skills while making friends and learning life skills in the process. Sports camps offer benefits that extend far beyond the basics of practicing a sport.

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. Character-building opportunities. Sports camps teach kids what perseverance feels like and what it means to reach outside their comfort zones. “Sports themselves are great for the physical aspect but also teach sportsmanship, camaraderie and discipline,” says Matt Davanzo, director of an all-sports academy. Tennis pro Eric Fromm says sports, particularly tennis, help kids develop skills they can use their entire lives. “These skills carry over into schoolwork and life skills — dealing with adversity, problem solving, overcoming obstacles, focusing, learning how to lose and pick yourself up.”

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Exercise. Childhood and adolescent obesity rates continue to climb, and lack of exercise contributes significantly to the problem. Technology seduces kids to stay indoors in front of a screen. Sports camps offer a great alternative as kids choose what sports they’re interested in and reap the rewards of exercise in the process. Fromm says the No. 1 reason to send kids to camp is because they are meant to be active over the summer. Regular exercise doesn’t happen naturally, however; there must be planning, effort and encouragement from parents.

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. Fun. The fun of summer break wanes if days drag on with nothing to do. Sports camps provide fun and learning at the same time. They often include high-school and college students who work with kids in a playful and energetic manner, creating a natural atmosphere for fun.

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. New friends. Kids find new friends at sports camp who share similar interests and often go to the same school. When our family relocated to another state during the summer, our elementary-age son found new friends through a baseball camp that helped him acclimate to his new school in the fall. Kids experience natural and friendly camaraderie with others through sports camps.

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Focus on specific skill-building techniques. An athlete

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Find new sports of interest. Sports camps are the

gains more confidence and greater ability in his sport by working on the mechanics of a sport repetitively. Playing a sport through the school year doesn’t incorporate everyday skill-building repetition like camps do. As kids move through middle school and high school, it’s particularly important they improve in their sport to stay competitive.

perfect place to explore sports that a child hasn’t tried before or aren’t always offered at school, such as tennis or soccer. With a friendly camp staff and encouraging environment, kids are less intimidated and more likely to seek new interests.

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Develop healthy lifelong habits. Through regular exercise at sports camps, kids also develop accompanying habits of discipline, commitment and responsibility. These habits translate into leadership skills and a strong work ethic when kids begin to move into career-minded opportunities in their middleand high-school years.

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Give parents a break. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom,

work-at-home dad or in the workforce outside the home, sports camps give parents a chance to take their mind off their child and focus on their own needs and wants for a change. Every parent deserves a break from the 24/7 parenting responsibilities that summer warrants.

As a mom of five children, I’ve watched our kids emerge from summer sports camps with enthusiasm for a new sport, rediscovered self-confidence, like-minded friendships and regular exercise habits that propelled them into a new school year. While unplugged from technology in an active environment, sports camps offer friendly competition and valuable life lessons for kids.

Camp increases kids’ self-esteem as they try new things, taking them outside their comfort zones and forcing them to work through their fears. Kids at camp also become acquainted with those who come from varying home situations, allowing them to see the world through different eyes.

Sports camps create lifelong memories amid fun, learning and exercise. Don’t wait! Find a sports camp for your child and watch him or her thrive.

To find a Triad sports camp near you, visit PiedmontParent.com/ camps. Gayla Grace seeks out sports camps each summer for her five children and loves to spend her time writing while they’re playing.

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Camp Bur-Mil

Camp Bur Mill

presented by Precision Instruction 5834 Bur-Mil Club Road, Greensboro 336-446-9096 | precisioninstruction.com/daycamp/ Ages 5-14 | $135-$189 This co-ed day camp offers a fun-filled week of recreational and social activities at beautiful Bur-Mil Park. Campers have the ability to choose a specific “track” for each week, including recreational and sports tracks.

Camp Say

Camp SAY: A Summer Camp for Young People Who Stutter

179 Blue Star Way, Hendersonville 828-393-4244 | CampSAY.org Ages 8-18 $3,175, residential all-inclusive Builds confidence, communication and friendships. This twoweek camp, held from August 3-17, combines the highestquality summer camp experience with programs and activities that empower kids who stutter.

Museum of Anthropology

Museum of Anthropology: An Australian Adventure

Wake Forest University, 1834 Wake Forest Road, Winston-Salem moa.wfu.edu/education/for-parents/summer-camps/ Ages 6-12 $125 for the week ($100 for MOA Friends) Using music, art, stories, games and other activities, campers will learn about the culture and traditions of the Aboriginal people of Australia.

Twin City Stage

Twin City Stage

610 Coliseum Drive, Winston-Salem 748-0857 x203 | twincitystage.org Ages 4-18 $185-$575 Over 20 drama camps that range from one to three weeks, with half- and fullday sessions available. All camps end with a production.

Center for Visual Center forArtists Visual Artists Summer Art Camp

Wallburg SumWallburg Academy mer Camp Summer Camp

Davidson County CC Summer DCCC’s Exciting Camps Summer Camps

Y Greensboro Day camp YMCA Greensboro Day Camp

200 N. Davie St., Suite 401, 4th floor, Greensboro 333-7475 | greensboroart.org Ages 3-18 $25-$260 Weeklong, visual-art camps where campers explore art materials through hands-on guided learning, interactive play and skill development creating one-of-a-kind art projects that focus on the camp theme.

297 DCCC Road, Thomasville davidsonccc.edu/camps Grades K-12 $59-$259 Eight unique camps for every interest — from Basketball to Future Emergency Response Heroes.

5444 Gumtree Road, Winston Salem wallburgacademy.com Age 5-12 $165 per week Open Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., all summer long.

Field Trips include: Greensboro Grasshopper games, culinary food experiences, strawberry picking, High Point Batting Center, Botanical Gardens and more.

620 Green Valley Road, Suite 210, Greensboro ymcagreensboro.org/programs/ youth-programs/summer-camp/ Ages 5-15 Fees vary by camp The YMCA of Greensboro offers day camps at six convenient area locations. Archery to art, cooking classes to games, at YMCA Day Camp, kids have an amazing experience, all in a safe, inclusive, nurturing environment.

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dCCC summer Davidson Community CollegeCamps Looking for a summer camp for your elementary, middle or high school student?

Check out these exciting camps at Davidson County Community College: BasketBall Camp (Co-ed) session 1 ($79): June 15–19, 8am – 12pm Rising 1st–6th graders Build a foundation working with college coaches and players. session 2 ($99): June 15–19, 1pm – 5pm Rising 7th–12th Graders Join the Storm team for 1-on-1 coaching.

gloBal leadership Camp ($160, Co-ed) June 22–26, 9am – 3pm Rising 7th–10th Graders Learn about the world and global citizenship.

CyBer seCurity and Coding Camp ($99, Co-ed) July 13–17, 8:30am – 12:30pm Rising 9th–12th Graders Explore and develop network security and programming skills. great explorers Camp ($130 + $35 registration fee, Co-ed) June 15–August 14, 7:30am – 5:30pm Rising K–2nd Graders Be immersed in weekly themes like “Creative Cuisine” and “Creepy Creatures.”

raspBerry pi Camp ($249 portaBle take-home Computer + registration, Co-ed) July 6–9, 8:30am – 12:30pm Rising 6th–8th Graders Program a small computer to play and modify Minecraft. Participants keep their computers. stem Camp ($75, Co-ed) July 13–17, 8:30am – 12:30pm M–Th and 8:30 – 3:30 F Rising 4th–8th Graders Build and program robots to develop and enhance science, technology and engineering skills. stem, Jr. Camp ($125, Co-ed) June 15–19, 8:30am – 3:30pm Rising 1st–3rd Graders Develop an appreciation of STEMrelated concepts through fun activities and experiments.

VolleyBall Camp (girls) session 1 ($59): June 22–26, 8am – 11am Rising 1st–8th Graders Work with college coaches and volleyball players to build a foundation of skills. session 2 ($75): June 22–26, 12pm – 3pm Rising 9th–12th Graders Join the Storm team for 1-on-1 coaching. future emergenCy response heroes Camp ($80, Co-ed) July 20–24, 8am – 5pm Rising 6th–8th Graders Learn basic response and rescue techniques.

sign up noW at www.davidsonccc.edu/camps or call 336.224.4550 for more information!

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The Fit Family Challenge

IS ON!

Meet the Cooks and the Brays

BY JUDY CALDWELL-MIDERO

P

iedmont Parent’s Fit Family Challenge launches April 21,

and we will follow two Triad families who are up for the challenge to work toward better health with the help of a team of experts.

Your family is invited to join the Fit Family Challenge, too. Get fit, have fun and enjoy some bonding time during the next eight weeks.

Read our Fit Family Challenge 101 for information on the program and how you can join us.

Meet the Cook Family Heather, 39, who works full time as a speechlanguage pathologist with Davidson County Schools, is a busy single mom to 10-year-old twins Jackson and Lindsay, and Regan, who is 12. Heather is a lifelong athlete who is always up for new types of exercise such as “mud runs,” which she has recently worked into her routine. “I’ve been addicted to running for 20 years,” Heather tells Piedmont Parent.

“I’m happy with my slow pace; it’s my stress relief, and I could not live without it.”

The Cooks’ day starts early. Heather is up at 6 a.m. to get ready for work, and the whole family is out of the house by 7:15 a.m. Jackson, Lindsay and Regan share their mom’s commitment to keeping active. Jackson and Lindsay both play basketball, as well as other sports, and Regan keeps active with jiu-jitsu and Boy Scouts.

In addition to after-school tutoring and fitting in workouts, Heather is in constant motion shuttling the kids to their afternoon activities five days a week.

She enjoys cooking and baking, and gets a lot of use out of her slow cooker. But their jam-packed schedule leaves little room for meal planning or trips to the grocery store. For the Cooks, the challenge is not about being more active, but how to find balance and manage the hectic pace of three active kids and a single mom who does it all.

Single parenthood has been the biggest challenge of my life and has taken a lot of prayers and a lot of tears,” says Heather. “But there are so many joy moments if I stop long enough to see them. I need to do that more!”

Challenges

 Finding activities the family can enjoy together. “I want my kids to be active,” says Heather. It would be a lot easier on me if I just didn’t allow them to try things, but they each deserve the chance to develop areas they are interested in.”  Finding healthy eating solutions for a single working mom who is always on the run.  Incorporating “me” time for Heather. “When they are with their dad every other weekend, I absolutely, positively do not know what to do with the down- time,” she says.

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Fit Family Challenge 101 Meet the Bray Family Kevin and Brittney Bray, 39 and 37 respectively, are parents to 12-year-old Baileigh, and Kooper, who is 9. Kevin is a firefighter and Brittney teaches full time.

Bayleigh just wrapped up a season of playing basketball on her school team, and Kooper is gearing up for soccer season. Brittney and Kevin put in full days at their jobs, and then hit the ground running when they get home; their afternoons are spent helping with homework and getting the kids to and from sports practices.

In addition, the Brays are active at their church on Wednesday evenings and Sundays. Kevin suffered a stroke and had heart surgery in 2008, and had a seizure a year later.

The Brays are a tight family. “We just love being together,” Brittney tells Piedmont Parent. “We like to hike, swim, fish, go to museums and parks. We try to do things as a family as much as possible.” The family also enjoys getting out for neighborhood walks with their Boxer, Charli.

Brittney and Kevin spend a large amount of time helping others, both on the job and at home. Their busy lifestyle does not leave a lot of time for devoting time to their own exercise needs, however. Kevin does not currently have an exercise program and despite being a member of the Kernersville YMCA, Brittney admits her routine has become stagnant. “As far as exercise, I am currently working on the Couch 2 5K program,” she jokes. “It is a slow process, and I am not always consistent with it.”

Brittney and Kevin are ready for a change. Brittney is determined to make regular exercise a priority, and Kevin recently bought a bicycle and wants to get in shape to ride the Virginia Creeper Trail. An irregular schedule doesn’t make things easy, though. “Every week is different in our house and it is getting ready to change yet again,” says Brittney. Kevin’s work schedule involves several days of 24-hour shifts, and the kids’ spring schedules will include busy afternoon practices.

Challenges

 Finding quick and healthy food solutions. “We have three big

obstacles when it comes to cooking,” says Brittney. “We are very picky eaters, not enough time and our budget!”

 Fitting in exercise.

The Fit Family Challenge is a free healthy lifestyle program for families. With our partners, we’re motivating families to get moving and create healthier lifestyles by encouraging them to track their healthy habits, exercise more and participate in fun community events with their families.

How Does it Work?

To participate, families register online and start tracking activities for points online. The more they participate, the more points they earn and the more chances they have to enter weekly prize drawings and giveaways. Winners are determined at random, so everyone has a chance. The online tracking program keeps a running balance of the total points per participant.

How Do You Define Family?

A family is at least one child under age 18 and one adult in the same household, including grandparents caring for children. Participants under 18 years old must be included in a family registration account with at least one adult participant.

How Much Does it Cost?

It’s FREE. There is no cost for registration or the online Fit Family Challenge Activity Tracker.

When Does it Start?

 Finding time to decompress. “We don’t really have a way to relax or

The eight-week Fit Family Challenge

kicks off April 21.

unwind,” says Brittney.

NEXT MONTH: We’ll check in with the Bray and Cook families to see how they are progressing with the Fit Family Challenge and find out what advice our experts offer.

Judy Caldwell-Midero is a Greensboro-based freelance writer and mother of two.

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EXCURSION

The North Carolina Zoo

BY CAITLIN WHEELER

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iraffes are the tallest land animals — 6 feet at birth. Ever looked one in the eye? Whether you’re 6 feet or 42 inches, you can come face-to-face with one at the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro.

“Up on the observation deck, you realize just how tall these guys are,” says Gavin Johnson, head of publicity for the North Carolina Zoo. For $2, you can buy “giraffe food” from the zookeeper and hold it out to these gentle animals. “A giraffe’s tongue is super long, and they’ll just lick the food right out of your hand,” Johnson says.

Feeding the giraffes is one of the top attractions at the zoo, but for the acrophobic, there are another range of options — 500 acres of them, actually, making the North Carolina Zoo not only one of the largest in the nation, but also the perfect destination for a day trip from any location across the state.

Historic Residents Ham the Chimp — the first hominid in outer space — was one of the North Carolina Zoo’s early residents. This spring, a T-Rex takes top celebrity status at the zoo. In 2012 and 2013, the Zoo’s “Dino World” exhibit set attendance records. Now Dino World is back and, according to Johnson, “way bigger and way better.”

The 2015 exhibit includes 19 animatronic dinosaurs, a fossil dig and one “live” dinosaur. This live T-Rex has a personality more akin to a giraffe than a monster, but he will definitely be a scene-stealer, a 14-footer walking through the crowds to meet and greet — and pose for selfies.

Tiny Tracks If you’re looking for a slightly smaller creature, check out the zoo’s baby animals. There are two 2-year-old gorillas, five chimpanzees under the age of 5, and four lion cubs that were born in July.

“They are all super-cute and playful and always attract a big crowd,” Johnson says, adding that most little kids especially like the baby chimps, who are about their size. When little kids wave or dance in front of the chimps, Johnson says, the chimps often mimic the kids, dancing and waving back at them.

The North Carolina Zoo’s play area, KidZone, is another big draw. “There are always a couple of mothers who complain that they drove two hours to get to the zoo and then their child spent the entire time in KidZone,” Johnson says.

KidZone features a theme of “connecting kids to nature” and offers a stream for kids to play in, a mud café, a “treetop trail”— a wooden walkway with ropes that allows kids to experience a forest canopy — and a shed filled with dress-up clothes and vet equipment for the aspiring veterinarian. Don’t forget about the butterfly garden!

Photo courtesy of the North Carolina Zoo

Main Attraction Be sure to check out the main animal exhibits, too. “The elephants are extremely popular,” Johnson says. “Even compared with the dinosaurs, these are big animals.”

True to the zoo’s commitment to providing natural habitat enclosures, the elephants wander freely in the 7-acre “Watani Grasslands” exhibit, where the vegetation mimics African grasslands.

Meanwhile, Anana, the polar bear, is enjoying an $8 million renovation to her home, which features extensive viewing areas, a cave filled with artwork and several interactive computer stations.

When you’ve had your fill of walking the 5 miles of zoo trails (or taking the shuttle throughout the park), you can sit back in the North Carolina Zoo’s 4-D theater, which will complement Dino World this spring by featuring an animated dinosaur movie. The other movie option is a bit more mainstream: “SpongeBob.” For more information on the zoo, including hours, directions, tickets, special attractions and summer camp options, visit nczoo. org. Tickets are sold separately for Dino World, the 4-D theater, feeding the giraffes and the carousel.

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Glow Run 5K April 17 Smart Start of Davidson County is hosting the 2nd annual Glow Run 5K to benefit children and families in Davidson County. Pre-run activities include Glow-in-the-Dark Zumba.

All ages. Registration required. Entry fee is $25 per participant ($30 if paid on the day of race).

Run starts at about 8:30 p.m.; onsite registration begins at 7 p.m. Lexington Fairgrounds, Greensboro Street Extension, Lexington. partnershipforchildren.org.

Runners prepare for the 2014 Glow Run 5K in Lexington.

Reynolda House Community Day: Pow Wow Cultural Festival April 11 Reynolda House and the Guilford Native American Association present a powwow on Reynolda’s front lawn. Representatives from North Carolina tribes will share traditional art, storytelling, drumming and dance. Art activities, games and food vendors will add to this spring celebration for families. The event is presented in partnership with the Guilford Native American Association, the North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs and the Museum of Anthropology at Wake Forest University. Free. 11 a.m.3 p.m. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. 663-1149. reynoldahouse.org.

Reynolda House’s annual Community Day will be held April 11.

Photo courtesy Guilford Native American Association, 2014

American Girl Fashion Show April 18-19 The Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem will once again host its annual American Girl Fashion Show. Proceeds from the event will help the museum continue to provide educational programming to families with children across the Triad. $40-$45. April 18 at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.; April 19 at 1 and 4 p.m. Winston-Salem Embassy Suites, W-S. 723-9111.

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Kids Poetry Workshop. Special Guest Clement Mallory. FREE. 4-5 p.m.

McGirt-Horton Branch Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO, greensboro-nc.gov.

Music and Movement (Reynolda). Join us in dancing, singing and shaking your sillies out. This program is for children ages 18 months to 5 years.

Caregivers will also be asked to participate, so come prepared to boogie.

10:30-11 a.m. Reynolda Manor Library Auditorium, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, W-S. Pregnancy Yoga. A one-hour class incorporating gentle and relaxing postures suitable for any fitness level or stage of pregnancy. Light refreshments provided after class on Wednesday nights during an opportunity to meet other soon-to-be mothers. $12 for a single rate; can also purchase monthly passes at reduced rates. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Forsyth Medical Center: Maya Angelou Center Community Room 2 (first floor), 3333 Silas Creek Parkway, W-S. 414-5942. forsythmedicalcenter. org.

11:16:15 AM Preschool Story Time (Kernersville).

Come for stories, music and coloring.

FREE. 10:15-11:15 a.m. Kernersville Branch Library, 30 E. Mountain St., Kernersville. 703-2930. forsyth.cc.

Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. This special story time offers 3- to 5-year-olds a variety of book-related experiences featuring stories, songs, finger plays and more. FREE. 10:30 a.m. May Memorial Branch Library, 342 S. Spring St., Burlington. alamancelibraries.org.

SciWorks Spring Break Day Camp: Rock Hounds Rock. Aspiring geologists will discover what makes a rock a rock, make edible “earth” and more.

Visit sciworks.org for full description, pricing and registration information.

Ages 6-12. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 7676730. sciworks.org.

Sound Shaker Story Time. Included in

museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Special Populations Bingo. Bingo designed to offer people with developmental disabilities an opportunity to have fun playing and socializing.

All ages. Small cost for games and concessions. 7-8 p.m. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 222-5134. BurlingtonNC. gov/thataways.

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Angel Bear Yoga: Easter Adventure.

Join Angel Bear for an Easter adventure. We’ll bring the book “The Story of the Easter Bunny” to life. Come ready to do egg pose and hop away with Angel Bear. Meet a special furry friend, too. Included in admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of WinstonSalem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 7239111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Crafternoon. Kids of all ages can make a take-home craft. Parents and teachers are also invited to learn to make easy crafts for their kids or classrooms. Call 703-2910 for more details. 4-5 p.m.

Carver School Road Branch Library, 4915 Lansing Drive, W-S. forsyth.cc/ library.

Kids’ Building Event at Hemphill Library. Release your inner architect with a different building material each week. Explore Tinker Toys, Legos, Kapla Blocks and more. For all ages.

FREE. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Hemphill Branch Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, GSO. 373-2925. greensboro library.org.

Mocha Moms. Mocha Moms is a support group for mothers of color who have chosen not to work full time outside the home to devote more time to their families and communities. Mocha Moms strives to be an advocate for mothers and encourages the spirit of community and activism. FREE. 9:30 a.m. Georgia E. Taylor Recreation

Center, 471 W. Clemmonsville Road, W-S. 650-7695. mochamoms-winston. tripod.com.

Music and Movement (Walkertown).

A fun-filled half-hour of singing, dancing, rhythm instruments and musical play awaits children ages 1-5 and their caregivers. FREE. 10:30-11 a.m. Walkertown Branch Library, 2969 Main St., Walkertown. 703-2990. forsyth.cc/library.

Preschool Story Time (Rural Hall Branch). Music, stories and fun for ages 1-6. FREE. 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Rural Hall Branch Library, 7125 Broad St., Rural Hall. 703-2970. forsyth.cc/ library.

SciWorks Spring Break Day Camp: The Science of Cute. Campers will learn about some of life’s most interesting baby animals, see some local farm cuties up close and shine some light on egg development. Visit sciworks. org for a description, pricing and registration information. Ages 6-12.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

An enrichment program for children ages 3-5 years. Program includes art, tennis, music and violin, and yoga, all under one roof. Registration required. $240/month plus $100 non-refundable registration fee. 9 a.m.-noon, through May. J. Spencer Love Tennis Center, Jaycee Park, GSO. 509-7536. simplegiftsenrichment.com.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. Enjoy stories for toddlers and preschoolers. 10:30 a.m. The Jamestown Public Library, 200 W. Main St., Jamestown.

454-4815. jamestownpubliclibrary. com.

Toddler Story Time (Kernersville).

Join us for stories, songs and dancing.

For ages 2 and under. FREE. 10:30-11 a.m. Kernersville Branch Library, 30 E. Mountain St., Kernersville. 703-2930. forsyth.cc.

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Preschool Music and Movement. Clap your hands, jump up and down, and march around the room. A program designed for preschool children to engage in fun activities to music. Large groups should call. 10:30 a.m. Mallory Jordan Branch Library, 1110 E. Seventh St., W-S. forsyth.cc/Library.

SciWorks Spring Break Daycamp: Sports + Body = A Great Match.

Junior sports fans will enjoy a day of discovering how the human body works as they test reaction times and flexibility, play “Jump the Brook,” and more. Visit sciworks.org for a camp description, pricing and registration information. Ages 6-12. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Small Fry Friday. Enjoy story time with your preschoolers and then create a fun craft. Included with museum admission. 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111.

Youth Day at Wake Forest Baseball.

Kids take over the ballpark as Wake Forest takes on Boston College. Colorchanging cups will be given away while supplies last. Inflatables will be available. Youth can get into the game for free when they wear a baseball/ softball jersey, or register to join the staff on game day to help with a variety of game-day jobs while space is available. To register, email sharpej@ wfu.eduake. First pitch is at 6 p.m.; doors open at 5 p.m. Wake Forest Baseball Park, 401 Deacon Blvd., W-S. 758-3255. wakeforestsports.com/ marketing/promotions.

4 SATURDAY

Kite Day. Bring your kites to the park and enjoy a day of high-flying fun. FREE. 1:30 p.m. Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road, W-S, 924-8191. bethabarapark.org.

Nano Day at SciWorks. Visit activity

stations throughout the museum to learn about nanoscale science and engineering and discover its potential impact on the future. Included in museum admission. 1-4 p.m. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. Join dynamic leaders from the community as they conduct a story hour every Saturday. After the stories, children will complete a make-and-take arts activity. Ages 5-12. $4-$6. Does not include museum admission. 11 a.m.

International Civil Rights Center and Museum, 134 S. Elm St., GSO. 2749199. sitinmovement.org.

Saturday Story Time and Craft.

Included with museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of WinstonSalem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 7239111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

5 SUNDAY

Easter Sunday

6 MONDAY

Busy Bees. For Greensboro Children’s Museum members only. This program is best suited for preschool-aged children (12 months-4 years) and their caregivers. Dance, sing, create, explore and discover the world. GCM’s educational play program offers fun activities parents can do with their children focusing on music and movement, children’s literature, arts and crafts, and the ESY. 10-11 a.m.

Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., Greensboro. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Teen to Teen Theatre. Explores difficult issues that affect adolescents through the creation and presentation of dramatic skits and workshops. Teens perform original and scripted works including plays, musicals and videos.

Participants receive training in basic acting and character development, plus helpful information about community-based assistance and learning

to make healthy life choices. Ages 13-19. FREE. 7-8:45 p.m. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 570-6516. burlingtonNC. gov/teen2teen.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. Meet at Zaxby’s every Monday night for kids’ night with a special event or guest. Mondays 5-8 p.m. Zaxby’s-Bermuda Run, 5337 U.S. Highway 158, Bermuda Run. 941-9051. zaxbys.com.

7 TUESDAY

All Ages Story Time (Carver). Come out and hear a story. All ages welcome.

FREE. 3:30-4 p.m. Carver School Road Branch, 4915 Lansing Drive, W-S. 7032910. forsyth.cc/library/Carver.

Homeschool/Small Group Day at SciWorks. Special programs for home-educated children and other small groups. “Earth, Moon and Stars” (grades K-4) at 10 a.m. and “Space Quest” (grades 5-9) at 11 a.m. Group admission rates apply and preregistration is required. Call 714-7105 for more information or to register.

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Learn to Cook a Balanced Meal.

During this hands-on cooking class, families will prepare a balanced meal and learn how it meets Brenner FIT recommendations for a balanced plate. Mature children welcome with parental supervision. Registration required. FREE. 6-7 p.m. William G. White Jr. YMCA, West End Room, 775 West End Blvd., W-S. Registration: brennerfit@wakehealth.edu. brennerchildrens.org/brennerFIT. LEGO Club (Reynolda). Girls and boys in grades 1-5 can build, create and explore with LEGOs. Enjoy an hour of building based on the week’s theme, then see those creations on display on our FCPL 4 Kids Facebook page.

Parents or caregivers must stay in the library for children younger than 8 years old. FREE. 4-5 p.m. Reynolda Manor Branch Library, 2839 Fairlawn

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Science Cafe at River Ridge Taphouse.

Science Cafes are free informal talks that offer participants a chance to hear about the latest groundbreaking research from regional scientists. Visit sciworks.org for speaker and topic. 7 p.m. River Ridge Taphouse, 1480 River Ridge Drive, Clemmons. sciworks.org.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

See April 2 listing.

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Kid’s Lit Adventures: Tale of Liza Lou. Enjoy stories, crafts, discussion and fun activities for school-age youngsters. 4-5 p.m. McGirt-Horton Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Monkey Hooper Fitness. With Monkey Hooper, kids learn early that fitness should be fun. Join us for activities like dancing, games, parachute play, obstacle courses and more.

Dress comfortably. Included in museum admission. 11 a.m.

Children’s Museum of WinstonSalem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws. org.

Music and Movement (Reynolda). See April 1 listing.

Pregnancy Yoga. See April 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time (Kernersville).

See April 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. See April 1 listing.

Special Populations Bingo. See April 1 listing.

Tail Waggin’ Tutors (Kernersville).

Want to practice your reading with a furry friend? Make an appointment to read to a certified therapy dog.

Call 703-2930 or email Stefanie at kellumsm@forsythlibrary.org to make a 10-minute appointment.

For ages 5-11. FREE. 6-7 p.m.

Kernersville Branch Library, 30 E. Mountain St., Kernersville. 703-2930. forsyth.cc.

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9 THURSDAY

Bookmarks’ Tavis Smiley Book Release Celebration. Bookmarks presents talk-show host, political commentator and bestselling author Tavis Smiley for a presentation, reading and signing of his new book, “My Journey with Maya,” a memoir and remembrance of 25 years of friendship with Dr. Maya Angelou.

Admission is by ticket only. Tickets are available at bookmarksnc.org or by calling 747-1471. $15-$75. 7:30 p.m.

SECCA, 750 Marguerite Drive, W-S. Crafternoon. See April 2 listing.

Kids’ Building Event at Hemphill Library. See April 2 listing.

Mocha Moms. See April 2 listing.

Music and Movement (Walkertown).

See April 2 listing.

Preschool Discovery. An action-packed program for young children including stories, music, movement and more.

Free with paid admission. 11 a.m.

Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Preschool Play Group at Hemphill Library. After story time, enjoy playtime with blocks, puzzles, riding toys and more. 1-5 years. FREE. 11 a.m.-noon. Hemphill Branch Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, GSO. 3732925. greensborolibrary.org.

Preschool Story Time (Rural Hall Branch). See April 2 listing.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

See April 2 listing.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. See April 2 listing.

Toddler Story Time (Kernersville). See April 2 listing.

10 FRIDAY

Antique Tractors and Trains at N.C. Transportation Museum. Now in its ninth year, the Annual Antique Tractors and Trains Show will feature classic machinery, a kiddie tractor pull and a parade of tractors across

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the museum grounds. Admission is required for museum exhibits and the onsite train ride. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

N.C. Transportation Museum, 411 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer. 704-6362889. nctrans.org.

Book Babies (Reynolda). Songs, bouncy rhymes and a story. For birth to new walkers. FREE. 10:30 a.m. Reynolda Manor Branch Library, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, W-S. 703-2960. forsyth.cc/ library.

Brownie/Junior Girl Scout Camp-in at SciWorks. Junior Girl Scouts will “Get Moving” during some exciting workshops, and Brownies will get to know their inner scientists with wild and wacky classroom labs. Visit sciworks.org for more information.

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

“Curious George.” Join the inquisitive and lovable Curious George, star of Margaret Rey and H. A. Rey’s popular book series (as well as movies and the award-winning PBS television show), in this delightful new musical.

Something has kept the crowds away on All You Can Eat Meatball Day, so George goes on a mission to enter Chef Pasghetti’s meatballs in the world-famous Golden Meatball Contest — in Rome. $11.24. April 10 at 10 a.m. and noon; April 11 at 11 a.m. The Children’s Theatre of Winston-Salem, 610 Coliseum Drive, W-S. 727-4841. childrenstheatrews.org.

Preschool Music and Movement. See April 3 listing.

Small Fry Friday. See April 3 listing.

11 SATURDAY

Antique Tractors and Trains at N.C. Transportation Museum. See April 10 listing.

Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park. Watch a costumed blacksmith craft various iron pieces.

Drop-in. FREE. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 885-1859. highpoint

museum.org.

Curious George. See April 10 listing.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See April 4 listing.

Science of Sound Day at SciWorks.

Dive into the wonders and mysteries of the sea. Interactive demonstrations will illustrate how the ocean shapes our Earth, our climate and our lives.

Join musicians from the WinstonSalem Symphony and educators from SciWorks and the Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem for an exploration of the science of sound and music.

Included in admission. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

The Bear Necessities. Meet the bear keepers and enjoy educational displays and crafts. Remember to bring your teddy bear to the Teddy Bear Clinic for a checkup with zoo veterinarian staff. All ages. $14-$18.

Children under 2, FREE. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro. nczoo.org.

Walk MS: Modern Automotive Greensboro presented by Biogen Idec. Walk MS connects people living with MS and those who care about them. It is a day to come together to celebrate the progress we’ve made and to show the power of our connections. The funds raised give hope to the more than people living with MS in our community. Contact Emily Conner at 299-5473 or emily.conner@ nmss.org for more information.

Registration required. 8 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. Start. Jaycee Park, Jaycee Park Drive, GSO. walknct.nationalmssociety.org.

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Half-Price Sundays at GCM. The Greensboro Children’s Museum offers $4 admission every Sunday. 1-5 p.m.

The Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Sunday Story Time and Craft. Included

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EASTER ACTIVITIES EASTER BUNNY EXPRESS

NEW PHILADELPHIA MORAVIAN EASTER EGG HUNT

April 3-4. Take a 25-minute train ride with the Easter Bunny as

April 4. Egg hunt, games and crafts. 10 a.m.-

he hands out treats for the kids. Children can also make a craft to take home and get a temporary tattoo. $10-$14. See website for times. N.C. Transportation Museum, 411 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer. 704-636-2889. nctrans.org.

noon. New Philadelphia Moravian Church, 4440 Country Club Road, W-S. 765-2331. newphilly.org.

OLD SALEM ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT April 4. Please join us for a fun-filled morning searching for

CITY-WIDE EASTER EGG HUNT April 3. There will be four organized egg hunts by age groups — ages 2-3 at 11 a.m.; ages 4-5 at 11:30 a.m.; ages 6-7 at noon; and ages 8-10 at 12:30 p.m. Small carnival and rides free of charge. There will be vendors onsite for food purchases. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Washington Terrace Park, 101 Gordon St., HP, 883-8599. highpointnc.gov/pr.

GLOW IN THE DARK EASTER EGG HUNT April 3. Burlington Recreation and Parks presents the annual Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt. Bring your Easter baskets and enough room to store eggs that glow in the dark. Kids can have a picture made with the Easter Bunny. For more information, call 222-5138. Ages 2-5. 6 p.m. Mayco Bigelow Community Center, 849 Sharpe Road, Burlington. 222-5138. burlingtonnc.gov.

Easter eggs in Old Salem’s beautiful historic district. $10-$21. 10:30 a.m. Salem Tavern Meadow, South Main Street (next to Salem Tavern Museum and Barn), W-S. 721-7300. oldsalem.org.

OLD SALEM EASTER FESTIVAL April 4. Easter is one of the most important seasons in the Moravian church. Join us the Saturday before Easter to learn more about these important traditions. Take part in hands-on activities such as traditional egg decorating and more. $10-$21.

Activities included with an All-In-One ticket. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Old Salem Historic District, 600 S. Main St., W-S. 721-7300. oldsalem.org.

SPECIAL POPULATIONS EASTER EGG HUNT April 4. Burlington Recreation and Parks will off an egg hunt

April 4-5. Celebrate the new season. See zoo animals hunt

to any age person with developmental disabilities. For more information, call 222-5134. Free. 1 p.m. Behind Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 222-5134. burlingtonnc.gov.

for treats inside decorative eggs. $8-$12. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro. 800-488-0444. nczoo.org.

April 4. Burlington Recreation and Parks invites guests to grab

EGGSTRAVAGANZA AT N.C. ZOO

BURLINGTON CITY PARK EASTER EGG HUNT April 4. Hunt for eggs filled with candy, tickets to park rides, passes to the city aquatics facility, Texas Roadhouse coupons, Chick-fil-A coupons and more surprises. Keep your eyes out for the lucky eggs on the field. Have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny. Free. 10 a.m. Burlington City Park, Field 1, 1333 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 222-5030. burlingtonnc.gov.

NC TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM EASTER EGG HUNT April 4. Easter eggs will be filled with treats for all. Ages 0-10. $10-$14. Noon. N.C. Transportation Museum, 411 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer. 704-636-2889. nctrans.org.

THE EGG SPLASH AQUA EGG HUNT their Easter baskets and head to the Aquatic Center for the annual Egg Splash Aqua Egg Hunt. Join the race as kids from the community jump in for the bright colorful eggs that fill the pool.

The hunt will be held shortly after the City Park Easter Egg Hunt with the first age group beginning at 11 a.m. After the event, those who participate in the Egg Splash will be allowed to stay for the remainder of the day at no charge. Public swimming will begin at noon. Bathing suits with liners are required. Cotton is not allowed in the pool including but not limited to T-shirts, underwear, street clothing, basketball shorts, mesh shorts, etc.

For more information, call 222-5043. Ages 0-14. Free. Maynard Aquatic Center, Maynard Aquatic Center, Burlington. 222-5043. burlingtonnc.gov.

FRIENDLY HILLS CHURCH ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT April 4. We will share the Easter story, songs, crafts, a snack and egg hunt. Bring a basket and a friend. Ages 10 and under.

Free. 10 a.m. Friendly Hills Church PCA, 1450 Guilford College Road, Jamestown. 292-7788. friendlyhillschurch.org.

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Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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Busy Bees. See April 6 listing.

Simply Circle. Simply Circle is a community-based circle-time program led by a speech-language pathologist that offers age- and language-based songs and activities for children ages 2-5. Registration required for the four-week series (April 13, 20, 27 and May 4). $32-$40. Monday 11 a.m.

Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Teen to Teen Theatre. See April 6 listing.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See April 6 listing.

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All Ages Story Time (Carver). See April 7 listing.

Dinosaur Story Time and Activity Stations. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Learn to Cook a Balanced Meal. See April 7 listing.

LEGO Club (Reynolda). See April 7 listing.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

See April 2 listing.

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Build it with Legos. 4-5 p.m. McGirtHorton Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Music and Movement. Come move and groove through songs, finger plays and a read-aloud. Children will gain meaningful skills to build upon their language, listening and physical abilities. Included with admission. 11 a.m.

Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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National Library Week Celebration.

Celebrate the library with bookthemed activities. Make a library cardholder, create art from old books and have fun taking “Bookface” pictures.

FREE. 4-5 p.m. Kathleen Clay Edwards Branch Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. 373-2923. greensboro-nc.gov.

Pregnancy Yoga. See April 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time (Kernersville).

See April 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. See April 1 listing.

Special Populations Bingo. See April 1 listing.

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Earth Day Celebration. The Town of Kernersville invites residents to attend the 7th annual Earth Day Celebration.

It will feature many exciting ecofriendly products and services, live demonstrations, food trucks, T-shirt giveaways, and more. Activities for children include arts and crafts with reused material provided by the Scrap Exchange, sidewalk chalk art, an Earth Day paint mural, and games. The town will host the Art for Earth contest, in which students preK-12 submit works of art with an environmental theme.

The town will display submitted works of art, and the winner will be announced as part of the festivities.

For more information, contact Public Services at 996-6916 or recycle@ toknc.com. FREE. Noon-6 p.m. Farmers Market Pavilion, Town Hall, 134 E. Mountain St., Kernersville. 996-6916.

Kids’ Building Event at Hemphill Library. See April 2 listing.

Mocha Moms. See April 2 listing.

Music and Movement (Walkertown).

See April 2 listing.

Preschool Discovery. See April 9 listing.

Preschool Story Time (Rural Hall Branch). See April 2 listing.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

See April 2 listing.

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Story Time at Jamestown Library. See April 2 listing.

Toddler Story Time (Kernersville). See April 2 listing.

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Book Babies (Reynolda). See April 10 listing.

Preschool Music and Movement. See April 3 listing.

Small Fry Friday. See April 3 listing.

Umbrella Craft (Kernersville). Make the rain go away by making a paper plate umbrella. For ages 11 and under.

FREE. 4:30-6 p.m. Kernersville Library Room 1 (lower level), 130 E. Mountain St., Kernersville. 703-2930. forsyth. cc/library.

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All-a-Flutter Family Fun Day. Visit a real working butterfly farm beginning with a fun, fast-paced skit using kids from the audience. Learn about the lifecycle of a monarch butterfly and more. $6. Children under 2, FREE. Cash and checks only. Saturday shows begin at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

All-a-Flutter Butterfly Farm, 7850 Clinard Farms Road, HP. 454-5651. all-a-flutter.com.

Annual Citywide Earth Day Celebration. Free eco-fun for everyone with live entertainment, hands-on nature and eco exhibits, hayrides, gardening, live animals, face painting, alternative vehicles, a nature photography contest, and much more. All ages.

FREE. 1-5 p.m. Kathleen Clay Library, 1420 Price Park Road, Greensboro.

373-2923.

Earth Day Weekend at the N.C. Zoo. The zoo is having a “Party for the Planet.” Dance to African drums and explore new ways to help take care of the earth. $8-$18 Children under 2 are FREE. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro.

800-488-0444. nczoo.org.

Guilford Militia Encampment. This Revolutionary War Re-enactment

group returns to the historical park.

Come learn about the life of a Revolutionary War soldier. All ages welcome.

Drop-in. FREE. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

Little Folks Festival. Stokes Partnership for Children will host the 14th annual Little Folks Festival. FREE. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Mount Olive Elementary School, King. 985-2676. stokespfc.com.

ReptiDay Winston-Salem Reptile and Exotic Animal Expo. A one-day reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages and merchandise as well as animal seminars and free raffles. Exciting, educational, family-oriented fun for everyone. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (VIP early entry at 9:30 a.m.) $5-$12. Visit website for special offers on early entry VIP tickets. All ages. Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, Bolton Home and Garden Building, Gate 9, 421 W. 27th St., W-S. 863-268-4273. reptiday.com.

RiverRun’s Saturday Morning Cartoons. New animated shorts for the entire family. All ages. FREE. 9 a.m. band; 10 a.m. screening. Hanes Brands Theatre, 209 Spruce St. North, W-S. 747-1414. riverrunfilm.com Rock Laser Shows in the SciWorks Planetarium. Doors open at 6 p.m. and seating is first-come, first-served.

(Exhibit galleries and outdoor parks will be closed.) The Beatles at 6:30 p.m. and Led Zeppelin at 8 p.m.

Shows are $6/person each, or see both shows for $10/person. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See April 4 listing.

Saturday Story Time and Craft. See April 4 listing.

Tea Time. Sample Colonial teas including imported Chinese tea and herbal teas grown in most Colonial gardens.

Learn about the importance of tea for Colonials and why tea was boycotted during the American Revolution.

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season with “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.” Like the classic

AT HOME ON THE PLAINS

film, candy manufacturer Willy Wonka stages a contest by hiding five

Presented in collaboration with “George Catlin’s American Buffalo,” an

golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whoever comes up

exhibition on view at Reynolda House Museum of American Art, this

with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory and a lifetime

new mini-exhibit showcases Plains Indians’ objects from the Museum of

supply of candy. $10-$30 (plus $2 restoration fee and N.C. sales tax). April

Anthropology’s permanent collection. Exhibit highlights include beaded

1-4 at 7 p.m.; April 4 at 2 p.m. The Community Theatre of Greensboro,

moccasins from the Cree and Lakota Sioux tribes as well as two rare

520 S. Elm St., GSO. ctgso.org.

Comanche painted hide robes, on display together for the first time. All ages. Free. Tuesday-Saturday. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Museum of Anthropol-

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ogy, Wake Forest University, 1834 Wake Forest Road, W-S. 758-5282.

“MARY POPPINS”

moa.wfu.edu.

Jack-of-all trades Bert introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing

WATER’S EXTREME JOURNEY EXHIBIT

before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of

This fully interactive maze experience engages visitors through play, sci-

magic and common sense, she teaches the family how to value each

entific inquiry, art and action as they “become” raindrops traveling to the

other again. $22-$25. Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m.

sea and learn how to contribute to healthy, safe water in their commu-

Twin City Stage, 610 Coliseum Drive, W-S. twincitystage.org.

nity and beyond. Included in admission. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

APRIL 16-26 RIVERRUN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Held annually each spring, RiverRun screens a variety of feature-length

UNDERSTANDING OUR PAST, SHAPING OUR FUTURE

and short films from all genres. The festival also presents a broad range

This traveling exhibition focuses on Cherokee language and culture,

of special events including high-profile regional premieres, celebrity

using sound recordings as the basis for presenting a coherent story in

tributes, family matinees, classic retrospectives, panel discussions and

words and text. Major themes include Cherokee Homeland, Heritage

parties. See website for schedule. Venues vary. Winston-Salem. 724-1502.

Sites, Tourism, Family and Community Celebrations. The exhibit was

riverrunfilm.com.

designed to include community input as a way to develop its content.

A community team held monthly discussions to develop the ideas and

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images that make up the exhibit. These conversations by native Cherokee

“CHARLOTTE’S WEB”

speakers are available for exhibit visitors to listen to via smart phone QR

In his classic and beloved novel, E. B. White tells the

codes. A selection of contemporary Cherokee objects from the MOA’s

memorable story of Wilbur, a little pig who becomes

collection will also be on display. All ages. Free. Tuesday-Saturday. 10

famous with the help of his clever friend Charlotte and

a.m.-4:30 p.m. Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University, 1834

their chatty animal neighbors. $8-$13. April 17-18, 24-25

Wake Forest Road, W-S. 758-5282. moa.wfu.edu.

at 7 p.m.; April 18, 25-26 at 2 p.m. Community Theatre of Greensboro, 520 S. Elm St., GSO. 333-7470. ctgso.org.

APRIL 1-10 PUPPET SHOW: THREE TREES ON A HILL

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Find out just what kind of hopes and dreams trees have and how they

BOY SCOUTS TAKE FLIGHT AT N.C. TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM

were unexpectedly and amazingly realized. Included in all-in-one ticket.

Boy Scout troops will set up camp on the museum grounds Friday

Wednesdays and Fridays at 10, 10:30, 11 and 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1 p.m.

night for this three-day event. Saturday includes a scavenger hunt,

Old Salem Museums & Gardens, Frank L. Horton Museum Center, Old

and scouts will dedicate the afternoon to earning their Aviation Merit

Salem Historic District, W-S. oldsalem.org.

Badge. Troops will also tour the museum, visit the Wright Flyer replica and take a train ride around the museum’s 57 acres. Pre-registration is

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required, and registration ends April 17. $20 per person. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

“WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY”

N.C. Transportation Museum, 411 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer. 704-636-

The Community Theatre of Greensboro continues its 65th main stage

2889. nctrans.org.

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Earth Day Weekend at the NC Zoo. See April 18 listing.

Half-Price Sundays at GCM. See April 12 listing.

Mask-making in the Art Studio. Have fun and create a mask in the art studio. Included in admission. 1-4:30 p.m.

Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

20 MONDAY

Busy Bees. See April 6 listing.

Simply Circle. See April 13 listing.

Teen to Teen Theatre. See April 6 listing.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See April 6 listing.

21 TUESDAY

All Ages Story Time (Carver). See April 7 listing.

LEGO Club (Reynolda). See April 7 listing.

Money Habitudes for Teens. Money Habitudes for Teens is a card game and money personality assessment. Using nonthreatening fun, it helps teens understand their unique spending habits and attitudes that affect their financial decisions. Sponsored by the Center for Smart Financial Choices, a nonprofit organization designed to provide educational courses that will assist people by encouraging financial competency.

Their mission is to empower people to achieve financial wellness through all stages of life. 2:45-4 p.m. for grades 6-8; 4:15-5:15 p.m. for grades 9-12.

FREE. Walkertown Branch Library, 2969 Main St., Walkertown. 703-2992. forsyth.cc/library/walkertown.

PIPP Squeaks. “PIPP (Parent-Involved Preschool Program) Squeaks” is for children ages 3-5 and their parent/ adult caregivers. Pre-registration

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required. $7-$15 10 a.m.-noon. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

See April 2 listing.

22 WEDNESDAY

Lego Afternoon. We will announce the theme at the start of the hour and then it’s time to create. FREE. 4-5 p.m. Kathleen Clay Edwards Branch Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. 373-2923. greensboro nc.gov.

Math Time Fun for Kids. 4-5 p.m.

McGirt-Horton Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Music and Movement (Reynolda). See April 1 listing.

Pregnancy Yoga. See April 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time (Kernersville).

See April 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. See April 1 listing.

Sound Shaker Story Time. See April 1 listing.

Special Populations Bingo. See April 1 listing.

23 THURSDAY

Kids’ Building Event at Hemphill Library. See April 2 listing.

Mocha Moms. See April 2 listing.

Music and Movement (Walkertown).

See April 2 listing.

Preschool Discovery. See April 9 listing.

Preschool Story Time (Rural Hall Branch). See April 2 listing.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

See April 2 listing.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. See April 2 listing.

Toddler Story Time (Kernersville). See April 2 listing.

24 FRIDAY

Book Babies (Reynolda). See April 10 listing.

Small Fry Friday. See April 3 listing.

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25 SATURDAY

All-a-Flutter Family Fun Day. See April 18 listing.

2015 N.C. Middle School All-State Chorus.

FREE. 3 p.m. Special Events Center, Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Lee St., GSO. 373-7400. greensborocoliseum. com.

2015 Piedmont Earth Day Fair.

Founded by Piedmont Environmental Alliance, the Piedmont Earth Day Fair is the largest Earth Day Celebration and environmental education event in the region, drawing crowds of 9,000plus. All ages. FREE. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 421 W. 27th St., W-S. peaNC.org.

Amphibian Awareness Day. Amphibian Awareness Day at the N.C. Zoo. Enjoy educational activities and learn about amphibian conservation efforts. $8.

Children under 2, FREE. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro. 800-488-0444. nczoo.org.

Bark in the Park with Wake Forest Baseball. Bring out your furry friends for a day at the ballpark as Wake Forest takes on Notre Dame. All ages.

Call 758-3322 for tickets or buy them at the door. Doors open at 3 p.m., first pitch at 4 p.m. Gene Hooks Field at Wake Forest Baseball Park, 401 Deacon Blvd., W-S. wakeforest sports. com/marketing/promotions.

Blacksmithing Demonstration in the Historical Park. See April 11 listing.

Play with Paint. Included with price of admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseum ofws.org.

Pregnant in the Piedmont. WinstonSalem’s Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Expo presented by Piedmont Doulas and Births and Beginnings. Visit displays from OB/GYNs, pediatricians, chiropractors and everything in between to make mom, baby and family happy and healthy. All ages.

FREE. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Novant Health

Forsyth Medical Center, 3333 Silas Creek Parkway, W-S. pregnantinthepiedmont.com.

RiverRun’s Saturday Morning Cartoons. See April 18 listing.

Run 5 Feed 5- 5k and Superhero Fun Run. The proceeds from this event benefits Backpack Pals, a program designed to help fight hunger in our area. This program is sponsored

by C.O.A.T and Archdale Wesleyan Church. It is funded by donations only and allows backpacks of food to be sent home on Fridays to children in need. The average weekly cost is $4.57 per child, and there is a significant need. All ages. Registration required. $25. 7:45-9:15 a.m. 5746 Trinity High School Drive, Trinity. run5feed5.com.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See April 4 listing.

Star-gazing at SciWorks. Take part in the N.C. Science Festival’s statewide Star Party. Join SciWorks staff and the Forsyth Astronomical Society for a free astronomy observation in the SciWorks parking lot using professional-grade telescopes. In case of bad weather, call 767-6730 after 5:30 p.m. for an update. 8-10:30 p.m.

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

Tuxedo Trot: Run for the Penguins.

Tuxedo Trot: Run for the Penguins is a fun, family-friendly event created by the Greensboro Science Center’s Conservation Committee to raise funds for endangered African penguins.

Registration fees and information can be found at tuxedotrot.com.

All ages. 5K: 8 a.m.; Kids Fun Run: 9 a.m. Greensboro Science Center, 4301 Lawndale Drive, GSO. 2883769. tuxedotrot.com.

26 SUNDAY

Half-Price Sundays at GCM. See April 12 listing.

Sunday Story Time and Craft. See April 12 listing.

› Triad Expecting Mom and Baby Show. The Triad Mom and Baby Show is a one-day, one-stop event celebrating moms and expecting moms, and babies to preschoolers.

Discover parenting tools, health and safety products, fashion trends, and nutrition tips. 1-4:30 p.m. Greensboro Marriott Downtown. 304 N. Greene St., GSO. 676-9631. babyshownc.com.

27 MONDAY

Busy Bees. See April 6 listing.

Simply Circle. See April 13 listing.

Teen to Teen Theatre. See April 6 listing.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See April 6 listing.

28 TUESDAY

All Ages Story Time (Carver). See April 7 listing.

Dinosaur Story Time and Activity Stations. See April 14 listing.

Learn to Cook a Balanced Meal. See April 7 listing.

LEGO Club (Reynolda). See April 7 listing.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

See April 2 listing.

29 WEDNESDAY

Music and Movement (Reynolda). See April 1 listing.

Pregnancy Yoga. See April 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time (Kernersville).

See April 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. See April 1 listing.

Rhythm Stick Story Time. 11 a.m.

Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Special Populations Bingo. See April 1 listing.

Spring Planting for the Garden.

4-5 p.m. McGirt-Horton Library, 2501 Phillips Ave., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

30 THURSDAY

Dia de los Nios — Dia de los Libros, or Day of the Child — Day of the Book. Enjoy a piñata, refreshments and stories. Co-presented by Ms. Esmirna and Ms. Margaret. All ages. FREE. 4:30-6 p.m. Walkertown Branch Library, 2969 Main St., Walkertown. 703-2990. forsyth.cc/library/walkertown.

Kids’ Building Event at Hemphill Library. See April 2 listing.

Mocha Moms. See April 2 listing.

Music and Movement (Walkertown).

See April 2 listing.

Preschool Discovery. See April 9 listing.

Preschool Story Time (Rural Hall Branch). See April 2 listing.

Simple Gifts Enrichment Program.

See April 2 listing.

Story Time at Jamestown Library.

See April 2 listing.

Toddler Story Time (Kernersville). See April 2 listing.

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