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Carolina Adventure 15 things to do in our state before your kids are grown

EXPLORATION + DISCOVERY

Become a National Park Junior Ranger

164 WAYS TO PLAY IN MAY

KEEP MOVING With Our Fit Family Challenge

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FEATURES

T R AV E L S E C T I O N

A North Carolina Bucket List 1 5 must-do activities before the kids are grown

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Junior Ranger Fun

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Fit Family Challenge

Exploring our national parks

Sleeping Well on Vacation Help little ones get the rest they need

Our spotlight families are making changes, staying committed

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Editor’s Note

7 Fyi 7 Community News 9 Ask the Teacher 11 Health 12 Craft 13 Style

15 Is My Kid OK?

Neurofeedback

16 Growing Up

Divorce

27 Excursion

Balloon Fest

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Faces & Places

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Our Picks Daily Events Cooking Classes Mother’s Day Activities Ongoing Events

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Family Travel

GROUP PUBLISHER Sharon Havranek

PUBLISHER/EDITOR Myra Wright

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recently returned from a weeklong vacation in Florida. While the

planning, packing and organizing a trip for a family of five was undoubtedly stressful, it was also incredibly delightful. Our time away was a muchdeserved break from work and school for all of us. The best part was being engaged in fun activities together as a family with very limited use of electronics — no laptops or gaming systems! It was fantastic to spend so much time together and to experience new places as a family. And while the car ride was long, I enjoyed the long talks in the car with my husband without everyday distractions.

Fortunately, you don’t need to travel to another state to do the same, and North Carolina is an ideal location to explore with its variety of attractions from the mountains to the coast. In fact, there’s so much to see and do, it can be hard to narrow down your choices for family fun. To help, I’m sharing my top 15 must-do activities in our great state (A North Carolina Bucket List, page 20). From watching the sun set on top of Jockey’s Ridge at the Outer Banks to taking a train ride through the scenic Smoky Mountains, there’s an abundance of places to see and explore before your kids are grown.

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If you are visiting our national parks this spring/summer, your kids might also be interested in becoming a Junior Ranger! Young participants will learn about history, wildlife and conservation while completing fun activities, according to writer Holly Becker (Be a Junior Ranger, page 25). The program is a great way for kids to stay curious and engaged while exploring our national park system.

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(page 33) to make your plans. We’re fortunate to live not only in North Carolina with its variety of landscapes, but also in the Triad with its diversity and family-friendly offerings for all ages.

Wishing you a fun-filled month,

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Winston-Salem/ Forsyth County Schools Reports Decrease in Dropouts, Suspensions and Crime Rate

Walk and Roll to be Held May 3 On May 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. in downtown WinstonSalem, people of all ages and abilities are invited to “play in the street” for the family-friendly event Walk and Roll. The new Research Parkway will be closed between Third Street and Rams Drive for three hours so there will be no motor vehicle traffic — only cyclists, walkers, people in wheelchairs and skaters.

Drummers from the Downtown School will perform onstage at 1:30 p.m. Other groups performing include D-Unity dance team from Konnoak Elementary, salsa dancers and Wheel Power & Company from Whitaker Elementary School. Wheel Power will showcase students on unicycles, stilts and pogo-hoppers.

Along one side of Research Parkway there will be exhibits with other activities for participants: hula hoops, jump ropes, corn hole, a SciWorks exhibit on a gyroscope, a bike that makes electricity and more.

The event will also feature bike decorating, helmet fittings and a Bike Rodeo led by the Winston-Salem Police Department. A helmet will be given to any child who does not have one.

At 2 p.m., younger children can participate in a Trike and Training Wheel parade to show off their decorated bikes.

The number of dropouts, short- and long-term suspensions, and the crime rate in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools all decreased from 2012-13 to 2013-14, according to a report by the N.C. Department of Public Instruction.

The number of dropouts decreased for the seventh consecutive year, dropping 15 percent from 435 in 2012-13 to 370 in 2013-14. Since 2008, the district’s graduation rate, or the percentage of seniors graduating in four years, has steadily increased from 70.8 percent to 83.5 percent.

“We thank the United Way of Forsyth County, the Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Communities in Schools, Graduate. It Pays, and Forsyth Promise,” says superintendent Beverly Emory. “Their support has truly made a difference.”

The school district saw continued decreases in suspensions and the crime rate from previous years. After being cited in reports from 2008 through 2011 as one of the school

districts with the highest rate of reportable acts, the district’s rate decreased for the fourth straight year. The rate of reportable acts per 1,000 students in grades 9-13 was 10.64 in 2013-14, down from 10.77 the previous year and 30.70 in 2009-10. The number of reportable acts increased from 164 in 2012-13 to 166 in 2013-14, but the rate decreased because the number of students in grades 9-13 increased from 15,232 to 15,599.

The number of short-term and long-term suspensions also continued to follow a downward trend. The number of short-term suspensions was 8,763 in 2013-14, down from 10,562 in 2012-13 and 15,278 in 2007-08. Long-term suspensions have decreased from 73 to 23 to 13 to 1 over the past four years. The number of expulsions increased from 3 in 2012-13 to 4 last year.

Guilford County Schools Named 2015 North Carolina Schools of Character Three Guilford County Schools (GCS) have been named 2015 North Carolina Schools of Character

by Character.org, a national advocate and leader for the character education movement, and the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI). Brooks Global Studies, Joyner Elementary and the Middle College at Bennett were recognized as schools that stand out in their use of character development to drive a positive impact on academics, student behavior and school climate.

Dudley High, Gibsonville Elementary, HaynesInman Education Center, Jefferson Elementary, Johnson Street Global Studies, Montlieu Elementary, Southeast Middle and The Academy at Central also received State Schools of Character Honorable Mentions.

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Visit Facebook.com/ PiedmontParent to join the conversation.

What’s on your family’s must-do list for this summer?

Katharine Wells: The beach, water park and spending time together!

Syretta Oliver: The beach, pool and the mountains.

Christy Lynn Workman-Cox: TO DO as much water activities as we can!

Mandie Starkey: My husband is a teacher so we are looking forward to hooking up his projector

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My daughter, who is entering first grade, still can’t write her name. How can I teach her how to do this before next year?

You should be able to help your child accomplish this goal before school starts.

Incidentally, she should be able to write all of the letters of the alphabet, too. You can work with your daughter using the steps below to help her learn to write her name. She needs to master each step before going to the next one.

Get a copy of the alphabet letters the school is using. She should show the direction that each letter is formed.

Teach her how to print the letters in her name, starting with her first name.

The letters can be taught in any order. She also needs to know the names of the letters.

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Teach her the capital letter for only the first letter in her name.

Print her name. Have her trace these letters many times. She may find it easier to

outside and watching movies in the evening, with popcorn of course!

Laura Ward: Spending our last summer together as a family of four before welcoming another baby at the end of August. Beach, pool, lake, boating, surfing, gem mining, fishing, picnics in the park, crafts, bowling, strawberry picking, Amtrak ride to Marbles Kids’ Museum in Raleigh, zoo and lots of great day trips.

There’s so much to do around the area.

As long as we’re together, making happy memories, that is what matters most!

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Write her name using only dots. Then she should connect the dots.

Print her name, and have her copy it under the letters you have written. She should say each letter as she writes it.

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Have your child write her name without looking at the model.

Teach your child her last name in the same way.

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Tips for International Travel In the wake of recent outbreaks of measles and other highly contagious diseases in the U.S. and around the world, take these precautions before you travel. n

Review your child’s immunizations with his or her doctor.

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Make sure your child has received the recommended immunizations for his or her age. Immunizations against diseases such as polio, for example, are especially important when your family travels internationally.

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In addition to the routine vaccines, your child may need others depending on where you’re traveling and the activities in which you and your child will be participating.

For example, immunizations providing protection against yellow fever, typhoid fever, meningococcal disease, rabies and Japanese encephalitis may be recommended for certain destinations.

Source: American Academy of Pediatrics at healthychildren.org

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North Carolina’s national rank in the number of residents who signed up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act and qualified for a subsidy in 2015. Only Florida, Texas and California have more people receiving subsidized coverage.

A Weighty Problem According to the personal finance social network, WalletHub, Americans spend up to $210 billion annually on obesity-related medical treatments. In a recent study, WalletHub examined 100 of the most populated U.S. metro areas across 12 key metrics, including the percentage of adults and high school students who are obese and the percentage of people who are physically inactive. A rank of 1 indicates the least obese and most active region, while 100 indicates the most obese and physically inactive region.

In North Carolina, the metropolitan Raleigh area came in at 29th, Asheville ranked 50th, CharlotteConcord-Gastonia ranked 60th, Winston-Salem ranked 79th and Greensboro-High Point ranked 95th.

For complete results, visit wallethub.com and search for “weight problems.”

Flying With Kids?

The Federal Aviation Administration offers information about the use of car seats and booster seats for families to help them travel safely by plane. For more information, visit faa.gov/passengers/ fly_children/media/child-safety-tips.pdf

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

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Supplies: n Decorative paper (you can cut pictures out of magazines or use recycled greeting cards) n Mod Podge craft glue and a brush n Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue n Buttons (try the Laura Kelly Collection from Buttons Galore) n Scissors To make your flowers, cut out petals in the sizes you want and cut out circles for the centers. Assemble your flowers and paint Mod Podge over them on front and back to make them stiff and durable. You can tape the centers together before using the Mod Podge to make it easier. Add the centers, seal with the Mod Podge, then let them dry.

The flowers dry best sitting atop a jar or glass. When they are dry, use tacky glue to adhere buttons to the centers.

Provided by North Carolina artist Laura Kelly, creator of Laura Kelly Designs.

Find more of her crafts at laurakellydesigns.com/cms/Videos.php.

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IS MY KID OK?

child learns to regulate his or her brain.

NEUROFEEDBACK can be effective in treating ADHD

The natural function of the nervous system is to monitor and regulate activity. Neurofeedback helps the body to self-regulate the nervous system by understanding triggers, emotions and problems.

During a neurofeedback session, the clinician asks the child to focus on certain tasks. Sensors and monitors are attached to the body and show on a screen how the body is reacting. As the body reacts, the child is able to visually see their brain activity and monitor the patterns by focusing on the task. After the session, patients and therapists go over which methods help their brain the most. Then, when the child is no longer attached to the sensors, they use the same strategies to help focus and perform tasks more effectively. In some studies, children using neurofeedback improved their control and behavior.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a combination of medication and behavioral therapy

to treat most children with ADHD. However, behavioral therapy for ADHD

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isn’t widely accepted as a stand-alone

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We would like information on using neurofeedback for the treatment of ADHD. Our son is 10 years old and has struggled with ADHD for years. We have tried various medications and behavioral therapy. Does neurofeedback work?

of Health and Human Services says that neurofeedback cannot be recommended as an alternative to medication in treating ADHD. Medication is still preferred by

A child with Attention Deficit

Neurofeedback is a non-invasive,

most doctors and health-care experts.

Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

painless training program effective

As with most things, one size does not fit

can make family life challenging

for many learning, behavioral and

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for parents, but imagine what it like for

physiological problems. It can help

each child is unique and ADHD affects

the child. The complex disorder affects

children make their brains more active

everyone differently. Talk with your

many aspects of the child’s life: focus,

when they need to be — specifically in

provider. Neurofeedback may have an

restless behavior, poor concentration and

school.

important role in treating your child.

impulsivity. Some children cope with

With neurofeedback, results are seen

the disorder by applying simple behavior

over time. It has to be learned, similar

Hannah Nail Coble is the lead clinical

changes or environmental changes. Others

to learning how to read, playing a sport

social worker with Cone Health Behavioral

require medication. Some may benefit

or completing algebra. The practice

Medicine. Send questions to Sherri

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GROWING UP children are in the realm of magical thinking, Gross says. Between ages 6 and 12, kids of divorcing couples often invest heavily in fantasy, fervently wishing that their parents could get back together and believing that they can help engineer reconciliation. This is a way to process the grief and powerlessness they feel at the demise of their parents’ marriage, Gross says.

School-age children have to integrate the divorce on their own timetable. Parents can aid this process by facilitating free and open access to the other parent. “Children need to know that they can speak with a noncustodial parent freely, in a private room, and that they have the freedom to express their feelings about one parent without being made to feel guilty,” Margherio says.

Drama-free Divorce

BY MALIA JACOBSON

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ivorce touches millions of families each year: Around half of all marriages end in divorce, and most divorcing couples have children under 18, according to

the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. When parents split, kids can experience a flood of emotions, from anger to denial to grief. Left unchecked, these feelings can result in an overbalance of the stress hormone cortisol, hampering impulse control and sparking a host of other behavioral problems, including defiance, inattention and aggression.

“Divorce is never easy; it’s an emotionally challenging journey for families,” says Gail Gross, a nationally recognized family and child development expert, author and educator. Parents can help children learn to accept and even thrive in the new family structure, Gross says. Read on for guidance on how to navigate a split and keep your parent-child bond intact.

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Regression Redux Little ones can’t understand divorce and lack the cognitive capacity to cope with the changes around them, Gross says. The resulting confusion can spur regression and clinginess — sudden night awakening, potty-training accidents, and insistence on being held or carried — that drains parents’ physical and emotional reserves.

Frequent, involved contact from each parent can help minimize negative impact on babies and toddlers who are still in the

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process of bonding with both parents, says attorney Nadia A. Margherio of Sodoma Law in Charlotte. Some divorced or divorcing couples may even choose to perform the child’s bedtime routine together, she says. “For children with healthy, nurturing parents, it’s often recommended that children under 3 go no more than 48 hours without seeing the other parent.”

AGES 13-18

Dollars and Stress Teenagers may process and accept a divorce more quickly than younger children.

Though teens may experience moodiness and academic problems, emphatic listening and coordinated co-parenting help teens, parents and teachers stay on the same page. With flexibility and extra planning, divorced parents can keep a busy teen’s schedule flowing smoothly even with joint custody or weekends spent in different households, but teens may still experience divorce stress.

With an increased understanding of the world’s realities, teens are also often acutely aware of the financial strain that divorce can bring on, Margherio says.

Never share financial support information with a child or teen. They don’t need to know if a child support payment is late, or if you’re experiencing stress over extra costs from driver’s training or activity fees.

“Sharing this information leaves your teen feeling conflicted and insecure,” Margherio says. “They need to feel supported, without knowing the dollar figure attached.”

AGES 6-12

Genie in a Bottle With burgeoning brainpower and newly expanded capacity for imagination, school-age

Malia Jacobson is an award-winning health and parenting journalist and mom of three.

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Find the perfect destination for your family – from family - from the mountains to the sea.

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A NORTH CAROLINA BUCKET LIST

15 Things to Do in the Old North State BEFORE YOUR KIDS ARE GROWN

BY MYRA WRIGHT

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f you were born and raised in North Carolina — or are perhaps raising your own kids here — you know the possibilities for family fun are endless.

“From the mountains to the woodlands to the coast, family experiences

unfold on a variety of landscapes,” says Suzanne Brown, media relations specialist for VisitNC. “We are also a state with a full range of seasons, so there’s a variety of things to do all year.”

With so many options, finding the perfect destination for your next family

vacation or day trip can be a difficult decision. So to help, here are our top picks of things to do in North Carolina before your kids are grown.

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: The forest is home to several waterfalls and is an ideal location for hiking or mountain biking.

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See the wild horses along North Carolina’s coast.

Corolla, Beaufort, Shackleford Banks, Ocracoke | ncwildhorses.com

There are very few spots in North Carolina where you can watch the sun set into a large body of water, but Jockey’s Ridge State Park is one of them. Through its popular Sunset on the Ridge summer program, you can climb to the top of the tallest active sand dune system in the eastern U.S. and watch the sun descend into the Roanoke Sound with the Atlantic Ocean behind you. Don’t be surprised if there’s spontaneous applause once the sun disappears. The views are breathtakingly beautiful. Arrive early to fly a kite.

North Carolina’s coast is home to several groups of wild horses: Corolla’s wild Spanish mustangs; Beaufort’s wild horses at the Rachel Carson Estuarine Reserve, which descended from Banker horses (often referred to as ponies) and Quarter horses; Shackleford Banks’ wild Banker horses; and Ocracoke’s Banker horses. In general, you can see the horses for free. For example, all you need to see the horses in Corolla is a four-wheel drive vehicle so you can drive on the beach. Don’t have one? Several businesses offer four-wheel-drive guided tours. Visit ncwildhorses.com for details.

COST: Free with four wheel drive NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: While exploring North Carolina’s coast, be sure to visit one of the many lighthouses, including these that are climbable: Currituck, Bodie Island, Cape

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Nags Head | jockeysridgestatepark.com

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Wright Brothers National Memorial, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Jennette’s Pier

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Admire the blue ghost fireflies in DuPont State Recreational Forest.

Cedar Mountain | dupontforest.com

Chasing backyard fireflies at dusk is a favorite childhood activity, but you’ve probably never seen fireflies quite like these. Instead of a yellow intermittent glow, the blue ghost fireflies of Transylvania and Henderson counties emit a steady blue glow along the forest floor. The eerie light show is only about four weeks long starting in May and disappearing by mid-June. Check the

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Hatteras, Ocracoke, Cape Lookout, Oak Island and Old Baldy.

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See a bald eagle at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area.

Apex | ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/jord/main.php

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area has the largest population of bald eagles in the eastern U.S., and the best time to see one is during the spring migration (April-June). Arrive early morning or near dusk to increase your chances of spotting our national bird and to find a location that gives you a wide view of the lake. Don’t forget your binoculars.

COST: Free NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: The park offers a variety of activities

such as camping, hiking, boating, fishing, swimming and more.

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Ride a vintage steam locomotive at Tweetsie Railroad.

Blowing Rock | tweetsie.com

Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge. While exploring

This popular attraction has two historic

hike to discover the lives of frogs, owls, chipmunks

the park, kids will love the discovery stations on the Great Woodland Adventure, an easy .6-mile

steam engines: No. 12 Tweetsie and No. 190 Yukon

and more. Also, don’t miss Grady’s Animal

Queen. Both are coal-fired, narrow-gauge engines

Discovery Den with live animals, and make sure

and will be a highlight for train enthusiasts of all

the kids visit Hickory Nut Falls, the second-

ages. After your train ride around the park, enjoy a variety of rides, midway games, gem mining, the deer park and more. Be sure to check Tweetsie’s events schedule for special appearances such as Thomas the Tank Engine, Team UmiZoomi and Scooby-Doo. COST: $27-$41 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Blue Ridge Parkway, Julian Price

Memorial Park, Moses H. Cone Memorial Park

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Take a plunge down Sliding Rock.

Brevard | ncwaterfalls.com/sliding_rock1.htm Beat the heat this summer in North Carolina’s cool mountain water.

Sliding Rock is 60-foot natural waterfall/rock slide. At the base, there’s a 6-foot-deep pool for a refreshing splash at the end of your exhilarating slide. Lifeguards are on duty from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. COST: $2

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State

Recreational Forest, Brevard Music Center

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Climb to the top of Hatteras Lighthouse.

Buxton | nps.gov/caha It’s a strenuous climb with 257 steps,

but you’ll be rewarded with gorgeous views from the top of the tallest brick lighthouse in North America. You’ll also have a great view of the lighthouse’s previous site before it was relocated in 1999. The self-guided climb is not recommended for young children because of narrow stairs and

only one handrail on one side.

COST: $4-$8 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Buxton Woods Reserve, Graveyard of

the Atlantic Museum, Hatteras-Ocracoke Ferry

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highest waterfall east of the Mississippi River.

COST: $7-$15; free for ages 4 and younger NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Lake Lure, Broad River Gems and Mining Co.

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See “The Lost Colony” in Manteo.

Manteo | thelostcolony.org This classic musical and outdoor drama tells the story of the Lost Colony of

Roanoke, one of the first settlements in the New World and where the first English child (Virginia Dare) was born in North America. It is the secondlongest-running historical outdoor drama in the

U.S. The play is performed in two one-hour acts.

COST: $10-$30; free for ages 5 and younger NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Roanoke Island Festival Park, Island Farm, North Carolina Aquarium, Elizabethan Gardens

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Take a guided horseback ride on the grounds of Biltmore Estate.

Asheville | biltmore.com

Explore trails and woodlands on the grounds of this magnificent French Renaissance chateau on horseback during a one-hour guided tour. Carriage, wagon rides and private tours are also available.

COST: Guided horseback, $55+; wagon rides, $6-$12; carriage rides, $30.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina

Arboretum, Pisgah National Forest

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Cross the Mile-High Swinging Bridge.

Grandfather Mountain | grandfather.com Crossing a 228-foot suspension

bridge is not for the faint-hearted. Name for its elevation, the Mile-High Swinging Bridge spans an

Climb to the top of Chimney Rock.

Chimney Rock | chimneyrockpark.com

80-foot chasm. Originally built in 1952, the bridge

Take an elevator or make the strenuous climb up 26 stories of stairs to reach the

cables, rails and floorboards. While there, visit the

was rebuilt in 1999 using galvanized steel for the Grandfather Mountain Nature Museum, 11 hiking

iconic monolith, which is 535 million years old.

trails and seven wildlife habitats to see deer, bald

From the top, enjoy the spectacular view of Lake

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Daily tours available by appointment.

Reservation recommended 2-3 weeks in advance.

Various tour experiences for all ages. lemur.duke.edu 919-401-7240

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COST: $9-$20; free for children age 3 and younger

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Linn Cove Visitor Center, Linville Gorge, Linville Falls, Blue Ridge Parkway

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Visit the site of the first U.S. gold rush.

Midland | nchistoricsites.org/reed/ reed.htm

When you think of a gold rush, California immediately comes to mind, but you might be surprised to learn that the first gold rush in the U.S. occurred right here in North Carolina. Our state also led in gold production until 1848. Reed Gold Mine is now a historic site open for tours.

COST: Mine tours are free; $3 for gold panning NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Midland is a 20-minute drive from Charlotte

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Follow the Yellow Brick Road at Autumn at Oz.

Beech Mountain | autumnatoz.com The first weekend in October during the Autumn at Oz festival, visitors can explore the Land of Oz, which used to be a thriving theme park that opened in 1970 and closed in 1980. See Dorothy’s farm home, experience the tornado, arrive at Oz and see the beloved cast of characters.

COST: $35; free for children 2 and younger NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Beech Mountain Resort, Sugar Mountain Resort, Roan Mountain State Park, Blue Ridge Parkway

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Ocracoke | ocracokevillage.com While on the island of Ocracoke, visit Teach’s Hole, a channel named for Edward Teach, the infamous pirate known as Blackbeard.

Ocracoke was one of his favorite spots to drop anchor, and it’s also where he lost his life in a fierce battle. Young pirate fans will enjoy the Teach’s Hole “Blackbeard” exhibit and Pirate Specialty Shop.

COST: Free to visit the island; small admission fee for the exhibit NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Ocracoke Lighthouse, Springer’s Point Nature Preserve, Portsmouth Island, Ocracoke ponies, Ocracoke Preservation Museum

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Take a rail excursion on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.

Bryson City, Dillsboro | gsmr.com

Enjoy a scenic train ride with the kids! Choose from day-trip excursion packages and a variety of ticket options to explore the Nantahala Gorge and Tuckasegee River. The Nantahala excursion includes a one-hour layover at the Nantahala Outdoor Center while the Tuckasegree trip offers a layover for shopping in Dillsboro. Be sure to check out the railroad’s special events calendar for dates that include the Dinosaur Train (based on the popular PBS “Dinosaur Train” series), Peanuts Pumpkin Patch Express, The Polar Express and more.

COST: $20-$94 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Nantahala Outdoor Center, Cherokee, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Children’s Museum of Winston Salem

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BY HOLLY BECKER

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his summer, many families will explore the beauty and wonder of the National Park System. Comprised of 407 areas and more than 84 million acres, the national parks offer numerous familyfriendly vacation destinations.

The NPS Junior Ranger program is designed to elevate the park experience for young visitors, teaching them about park history, wildlife and conservation.

“Explore, Learn and Protect!” is the Junior Ranger motto. More than 800,000 children became Junior Rangers in 2014.

The program is conducted at almost all national parks — from the National Mall to the Everglades and Alcatraz Island.

HOW IT WORKS To get started, children pick up a Junior Ranger book at the park visitor center and then complete activities as they explore the park. Activities vary and may change depending on the season. Some examples include a nature trail scavenger hunt, interviewing a park ranger about his or her job, drawing a picture of something in nature, using a map to find a certain place,

and using one’s senses to locate places or items in the park.

“If you’re just tagging along with your parents, you might get bored,” says Leah Taber, park ranger at Kings Mountain National Military Park in Blacksburg, S.C. “The Junior Ranger program gets children involved in the park story. It’s the best way to really get to know the park.”

Kids complete most activities on their own or with parental help, but some larger parks offer ranger-led Junior Ranger programs, especially during summer. The program is geared to ages 5-12, but all ages can participate. A few parks have a Not So Junior Ranger program designed specifically for children over age 12.

“The hands-on program component is the best part because children get to do things with the ranger in the park that they might not get to do with parents,” says Caitlin Worth, park ranger at The Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. “The youngest kids really love to explore nature firsthand with a ranger.”

Once Junior Ranger participants

complete specified activities, they present their book to a park ranger to earn an official Junior Ranger badge and certificate.

Swearing in as a Junior Ranger also includes taking an oath to protect and preserve national parks for future generations.

The Junior Ranger program is helpful to families who are unsure about how to navigate a park experience with young children, Worth says. “It gives them a starting point or a springboard on how to get into the park,” she says.

THE WEB RANGER PROGRAM Web Rangers, an online extension of the Junior Ranger program, presents an interactive way for kids to learn about national parks, monuments and historic sites across the country. Keep them busy before vacation playing games and taking quizzes of varying difficulty — even hiking virtual trails at the different parks. Sign up for a free account at nps.gov by clicking on “kids.”

Holly Becker is a freelance writer in Cornelius, and a mom of three elementary school-age children.

North Carolina State Parks also conducts its own Junior Ranger program for children ages 6-12 at any of its 41 state parks. Like the national program, children earn a different patch at each park upon completion of specified activities.

The North Carolina program is designed to teach children about the rich cultural and natural heritage of the Tar Heel State, and aims to educate children about careers in natural resources. piedmontparent.com | MAY 2015

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300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane • Blowing Rock, NC 28605

JUNE 5-14 ADULTS ................................$41* KIDS 3-12 .............................$27* KIDS 2 and UNDER ............ FREE *Includes 6.75% NC Admission Tax

Advance purchase of tickets is recommended.

Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine.

tweetsie.com

or call 877-TWEETSIE (877-893-3874)

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WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest Lands in Raleigh

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magine hot air balloons of every color and stripe sailing across a Carolina blue sky. Now, picture nightfall as the landed balloons offer a spectacular glow from their envelopes, like giant, colorful light bulbs turning on and off in a synchronized show timed to music.

Experience this and more for free Memorial Day weekend when the inaugural WRAL Freedom Balloon Fest lands in the Triangle of North Carolina. The festival includes more than 30 balloon pilots and teams from 15 states and overseas locations who are coming to compete.

It also offers family fun at Zebulon's Bennett Bunn Plantation and Spring Forest Road Park in north Raleigh.

The festival got off the ground after organizers learned that a 35-year-old Greenville, S.C., festival folded, opening a spot in the balloon festival circuit for Memorial Day weekend. It has been more 25 years since the Triangle hosted a hot air balloon festival.

“I’ve seen the magic of what these events can do as a community resource and a cultural resource, bringing together families and folks from all walks of life to engage in something that uplifts their spirits, if not just their bodies,” says Raleigh native Brian Hoyle, the festival’s primary organizer. Hoyle has been smitten with aviation since age 7. He earned his commercial certification as a balloon pilot and now manages Hot Air Marketing, which organizes corporate hot air balloon events.

On Friday, May 22, festival attendees willing to wake up early can watch the balloons’ mass ascent at 7 a.m. at the Bennett Bunn Plantation. The plantation offers a beautiful setting with gently rolling horse pastures.

“It’s a great way to do a family breakfast and watch the balloons coming in to the festival site,” Hoyle says.

Just after sunset, the plantation features a balloon glow — when the flames used to inflate them light up the fabric of their envelopes to create a beautiful kaleidoscope of colors.

Competitive balloon flights are also planned on Saturday, Sunday and Monday mornings at the plantation.

Festival-goers can learn about ballooning up close through pilot meet-and-greet events, tethered balloon rides, and evening balloon glows Saturday and Sunday night at Bennett Bunn Plantation and Spring Forest Road Park. Of course, all ballooning events and activities depend on the wind and weather.

Tethered balloons. Photo by Amanda Hoyle.

Special activities are planned to teach children about ballooning, including games that teach them about the accuracy that hot air balloon pilots must master during competitions, which are not simply races.

Hoyle says he believes hot air ballooning is a way to inspire children to give flight to their dreams and empower them to explore new fields.

“It seems to cross all cultural and socioeconomic boundaries,” he says. “When I see children, for example, who are often referred to (as) at-risk, when they have an opportunity to see this, they stop looking at the world through the eyes of limitation and more through the eyes of opportunity. And I think that is what inspires children of all ages. It takes them to place where the world isn’t quite so limited and many things are possible.”

For more information, visit wralfreedomballoonfest. com.

Odile Fredericks is the web editor for Carolina Parent, a sister magazine of Charlotte Parent and Piedmont Parent. piedmontparent.com | MAY 2015

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BOONE — MORE WAYS TO PLAY THAN THERE ARE VACATION DAYS

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ooking for a family vacation with just the right amount of adventure? That’s easy to find in Boone, N.C., where summer brings hiking, biking, zip lining, horseback riding, ropes courses and more for kids, and parents, of all skill levels.

You don’t have to settle for a day at the water park when Boone

offers thousands of acres of water activitiesCAROLINA for adventurers of BATTLESHIP NORTH all ages. Try canoeing, kayaking, or even whitewater rafting. Or, oored in quiet dignity and majesty, the USS book an excursion through one of our river tubing outfitters to North Carolina beckons visitors to walk her just cool off and enjoy a leisurely float down (or up) the river. decks. Envision the daily life and fierce combat her No bike? No problem. The Rocky Knob Mountain Biking crew faced in the Pacific during World War II. Park is a lot more than the name implies. Besides offering 185 From all across our Nation they came — young acres with more than eight miles of mountain bike trails for all men who had grown up in the crucible of the Great skill levels, the park also welcomes hikers and trail runners — Depression and now determined to serve their country and yes, families, too — with its adventure playground, picnic in its time of need. These are the men whose stories you shelter and bathrooms. encounter through their oral histories, photographs No family getaway to Boone is complete without a day (or and mementos as you experience the battleship and the two) at Tweetsie Railroad, a premier family fun park for nearly exhibits. The NORTH CAROLINA will captivate your 60 years. This “blast from the past” features an old-fashioned heart by giving you a deeper appreciation of what it Western-themed ride on an authentic steam-powered train. took to bring victory and peace to the world.

Engine No. 12, for which the park is named, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Boone’s wide range of accommodations can add to the fun of your stay. Choose from national hotels with pools and continental breakfasts, or cabins of all sizes with all the amenities of home. Plan your summer getaway today at exploreboone.com.

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Boone, NC 28607 828-266-1345 | exploreboone.com

BNC Zoo

NORTH CAROLINA ZOO

reak away from the everyday and experience an adventure as BIG as all outdoors! The North Carolina Zoo is the country’s largest natural habitat zoo, promising visitors of all ages a fun, enlightening and wondrous adventure.

Count on a full day’s visit and don’t forget your walking shoes! Discover more than 1,600 animals— large and small—in their spacious, natural exhibits.

From the frosty waters of the Arctic to the wilds of Africa, choose to explore more than 5 miles of trails or take advantage of our free tram services.

North Carolina Zoo visitors can enjoy a fun and adventurous atmosphere! Feed a giraffe, watch a geyser shoot water high in the air, take a ride on our unique endangered species carousel, enjoy playtime in the Garden Friends playground and in our newly renovated kidzone.

Don’t miss Dino World and the SpongeBob SquarePants 4-D Adventure open daily from April-October 2015! Check NCZoo.org for special event schedule, current admission prices and FUN TICKET offers.

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articipate in a living history experience at Tryon Palace that uses cutting-edge technology to provide immersive historical encounters and learning adventures at North Carolina’s first state capitol.

Interactive games and hands-on exhibits delight at the North Carolina History Center, while guided tours, trade demonstrations and costumed interpreters bring history to life at the governor’s palace, gardens and historic homes.

Whether you’re exploring a riverside garden, experiencing a special event like Christmas Candlelight, or sharpening your skills as a ship’s captain, Tryon Palace 529 S. Front St., New Bern, NC 28562 Tryon Palace is an experience for the entire family.

800-767-1560 | tryonpalace.org

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BY JULIA WALSH

ummer is coming quickly, and family travel is popular this time of year. While vacations can be fun for the whole family,

they come with struggles, too. Keeping young children well rested while on vacation can be a challenge, but there are ways you can make the trip more enjoyable for everyone.

Driving If your family is taking a short drive, leave 30 minutes to an hour before nap time. Your child will adjust to being in the car, and fall asleep around his or her normal naptime. If the trip is longer, consider travelling around bedtime or through the night, as your child will likely sleep in the car. Before leaving, put your child in his or her pajamas and conduct your normal bedtime routine. Once you arrive, transition your child to his or her sleep space. Make sure you offer naps often the next day, as your child will be tired from the drive.

Flying Book early morning flights if possible. Children handle schedule changes better after a full night of sleep. Once you arrive, you have most of the day remaining for fun and time to adjust to a different time zone, if necessary.

Time Zone Changes Adopt the new time as soon as you arrive — especially when it comes to meals. Your child will be tired, so let him or her sleep when he or she becomes tired the first day. Make sure bedtime is early, and start the next day by opening the blinds and enjoying the morning sun.

Follow your child’s daily schedule according to the new time zone.

the room dark to promote sleep. Use e-readers or tablets with headphones. Whether you are staying in a hotel, renting a house or staying with family or friends try to keep your child’s sleep environment similar to his or her room at home.

Schedule Try to stick to your normal daily schedule and routine as much as possible with respect to naps and bedtime. Follow the 80/20 rule.

Eighty percent of the time, plan events around naps and bedtimes to protect sleep as much as possible. By protecting your child’s sleep, you can have an “off-schedule” day 20 percent of the time. Children who are well rested are more likely able to manage a day with less quality sleep, so your activities will still be enjoyable.

Packing Tips n

A travel blackout blind (or use black garbage bags to block out sunlight) n A white noise machine n A crib sheet or pillowcase from your child’s bed, so it smells like home n Favorite books n An animal to cuddle with (but not for babies under 1 year) Julia Walsh is a mother of two and a certified sleep consultant with Good Night Sleep Site North Carolina. Contact her at goodnightsleepsite.com/northcarolina or julia@goodnightsleepsite.com.

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STAYING COMMITTED Checking in with the Brays and the Cooks as they progress with the Fit Family Challenge

BY JUDY CALDWELL-MIDERO

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he Cooks and the Brays accepted our Fit Family Challenge and both families

Nutrition: Plan, Plan, Plan!

have been busy making changes.

Feeding a family is not for the faint of heart. Hectic schedules, quirky palates and rising food costs are factors for the Cooks and the Brays.

“Both families face similar challenges: time very limited for organizing, planning, shopping, cooking,” Cindy Silver, a registered dietitian with Lowes Foods’ Smart Shopper Team, tells Piedmont Parent. “Food prices are expensive; kids can be picky, so getting family-buy-in can be tough.”

Planning is everything, says Silver.

She gave each family a “wipe board” where they are to list weekday meal plans. The boards are kept on display in the kitchen to help them stick to the plan. “As hard as this sounds, if it can be accomplished a step at a time, week-by-week,” says Silver, “this will help take a lot of stress off Mom, as well as saving time throughout the workweek, and staying within food budget.”

The idea is not simply to plan, says Silver, but plan with health in mind. She taught both families how to put together a balanced meal using Choosemyplate. org. Choose My Plate is “the five-foodgroup design for healthy Americans,” she says. “Food groups include fruits, veggies, grains, protein and dairy.”

Both families have eagerly accepted the challenge of improving nutrition, Silver said. After meeting with both families and gauging their likes and dislikes, Silver emailed them healthy recipes with fun names, such as “Super

Piedmont Parent is following them as they follow the advice of our panel of ex-

perts, which includes a dietitian, fitness coach and a life/balance coach. The goal? The Fit Family Challenge is about improving overall health.

Last month we met Heather Cook, busy single mom to 10-year-old twins Jack-

son and Lindsay, and Regan, who is 12. By day Heather is a full-time speech-language pathologist with Davidson County Schools, and after school she shuttles kids to their extracurricular activities while trying to squeeze in her own workouts and find healthy eating solutions for her on-the-go family.

Kevin and Brittney Bray are parents to 12-year-old Bayleigh and Kooper, who is 9.

Kevin is a firefighter and Brittney teaches full time, and both kids participate in extracurricular activities after school. The Brays are a tight family and make a point to spend lots of quality time together, but Kevin and Brittney each want to put fitness higher on their list of priorities. They also struggle to come up with easy and healthy solutions for family meals, with a tight budget and picky eaters.

So how is the challenge going so far? Our Fit Family Challenge experts weigh in.

Bayleigh and Kooper Bray enjoy riding their bikes as part of the Fit Family Challenge (left). Heather Cook and her son (below) enjoy a hike at Hanging Rock State Park.

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Duper Easy Homemade Mac & Cheese” and “Lean Little Meatballs.”

Exercise: Set Goals and Make It Fun! The biggest fitness challenge facing our Fit Families is time, says Clinical Exercise Specialist Bren Shropshire, our health and fitness expert.

For the Cooks, Shropshire recommends starting with small, manageable goals. Kevin’s job as a firefighter keeps him away from home most evenings, and the family already has a lot of commitments during the week, so starting simple is what works.

“I recommended they walk together, as a family, twice a week, for 30 minutes, and then spend 10 minutes doing strength-based exercises together in the living room, using dining room chairs and cans they keep in their pantry,” she says. The Cook kids met the challenge with enthusiasm because they get to “be in charge” of certain aspects of their parents’ exercise routines!

The Brays’ exercise plan is similar to that of the Cooks’. They chose two days and specific times when they will exercise together as a family, Shropshire said. The Cooks will also walk 30 minutes two times a week and follow-up with 10 minutes of strength exercises.

Heather wrote down the new schedule on a piece of paper and stuck it on the refrigerator, so the family has a constant reminder of their new plan.

Both families are excited to get moving, says Shropshire, who says the key to a family exercise pan is to inject some fun and “give the kids a role in managing the activity.”

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Balance Coach Lila Cruikshank. “It is very important to me and to the Duke process that people understand that their problem-solving is the most effective problem-solving,” Cruikshank says.

“They know themselves and what they are willing to do better than anyone.”

The Cooks’ lifestyle changes are aimed toward finding balance. Heather, a lifelong athlete, spoke of reaping the benefits of yoga; however, the overloaded single mom has enough on her schedule as it is, so Cruikshank suggested doing daily breathing exercises to promote calmness.

The Brays also have a jam-packed schedule, and Brittney, like many women, feels the pressure to be “Supermom.”

Cruikshank asked her to list some things that she would like to change; then they narrowed it down to one thing that could be implemented immediately. Brittney focused on the stress of meal preparation and quickly scheduled a family meeting to discuss solutions and take action within 48 hours.

Both families have taken the crucial first steps toward improved well-being.

“Small, successful, repetitive steps lead to sustained lifestyle changes,” says Cruikshank, who will touch base with the families every two weeks.

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

Join Us! Visit myfitfamilychallenge.com/NC to learn how you can participate in our Fit Family Challenge and enter to win great prizes!

Our Fit Family Challenge Panel of Experts CINDY SILVER, DIETITIAN Cindy Silver is a registered dietitian who has been practicing for more than 20 years. She owns a nutrition education and counseling business and works closely with Lowes Foods.

Silver enjoys interacting with Lowes Foods’ guests of all ages as she strives to inspire them to shop for and eat healthier foods. Her grocery store tours for adults and kids are definitely a cool way to learn. And, her community presentations really get people thinking about making good nutrition a top priority in their lives and the lives of those they care about the most.

Silver lives with her husband in Winston-Salem, and her 21-year-old son is a senior at Appalachian State University in Boone. In her spare time, she enjoys walking, gardening, healthy cooking and kids.

LILA CRUIKSHANK, LIFE/HEALTH COACH Cruikshank is a certified integrative health coach with training and certification from Duke Integrative Medicine in Durham. She has bachelor’s degree from Duke University and has 200 training hours of yoga instruction.

With additional training in group health coaching, she is passionate about bringing Integrative Health Coaching to individuals and organizational wellness settings. A Winston-Salem resident, she is a mother of two children and grandmother of three little ones.

BREN SHROPSHIRE, FITNESS/HEALTH COACH Bren Shropshire began her career in corporate health promotion serving as wellness director for Maritz Inc., based in St. Louis. It was there that she learned the serious business of fun and why it is the essential ingredient to changing lifestyle behavior. She formulated the “human brain principles” that kick off each section of her book, “A Bigger Life in a Smaller Pair of Jeans!”

In 1993, Shropshire launched Healthy Solutionz, a company specializing in preventive health-care consultative services, encompassing health-focused writing, workshop development and motivational speaking/presenting. Shropshire has a bachelor’s degree in health and fitness, a master’s degree in education, a clinical exercise specialist certification from The American College of Sports Medicine and a certification through University of North Carolina-Greensboro as a health coach.

May

OUR PICKS

All-a-Flutter Spring Family Show May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 A visit to this butterfly farm begins with a fast-paced skit that encourages audience participation. Learn about the lifecycle of a monarch butterfly and then each stage in the flight house. Hand-feed butterflies for an up-close look. Picnic tables are available. Shows are held Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. through June 27.

Private group tours are available by appointment. Admission is $6. Children under 2 years old admitted free. All ages.

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

A young visitor enjoys feeding her new butterfly friends at All-a-Flutter. Photo courtesy of Bailey Blackburn, 2015

Green Acres Gala May 16 Black tie and blue jeans … and anything in between. Live music by 2015 Merlefest artists Mipso, a Chapel Hill-based string band, will be paired with tastings from several local restaurants. This fundraiser, which benefits the Greensboro Children’s Museum, a nonprofit organization, is presented by the Greensboro Center for Pediatric Dentistry.

Contact Leigh Satalino at 574-2898, ext. 313, for information. Adults only. $55.

7-11 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. gcmuseum.com.

Chapel Hill-based Mipso will perform at the Green Acres Gala. Photo courtesy of Mipso, 2015

Greensboro Percussion Ensembles May 13 The Greensboro Percussion Ensemble, conducted by Mike Lasley, will perform as part of The Music Center, City Art’s OPUS Concert Series. The Music Center, City Arts is part of the Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department. This series showcases local musical arts entertainment at various venues throughout the community. Concerts are free and open to the public. 7:30 p.m. Greensboro Cultural Center, Room 100, 200 N. Davie St., GSO. 373-2549. city-arts.org.

Youth Percussion Ensemble rehearses for the OPUS series.

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1 FRIDAY $2 First Friday Nights. Experience the fun for a thrifty price. 5-8 p.m.

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

Book Babies. 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.

gin at 2 p.m. the first Sunday of each

— project manager at Unleashed Arts

AccessABILITY Day. An event to educate

month for children in first through

Center. Parents are required to remain

the community and provide resources

sixth grades accompanied by an adult.

with their children. Family participa-

for people with physical and devel-

$8 members/$10 non-members per

tion is encouraged. FREE. 12:30-3

opmental disabilities. Learn about

person; art materials are provided.

p.m. Unleashed Arts Center, 204 W.

assistive technologies, meet therapy

Registration required. 2-4 p.m. Reyn-

Sixth St., W-S. theafasgroup.com.

animals, visit with cyclists from the

olda House Museum of American Art,

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. Join

GSO. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Carolina Flyers and more. All ages. $9-

2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. 758-5150.

dynamic leaders from the community

$11 admission. 1-4 p.m. SciWorks, 400

reynoldahouse.org.

as they conduct a story hour every

W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 767-6730.

Saturday. After the stories, children

Comics will host a giveaway. Stick

will complete a make-and-take arts

Greensboro Youth Jazz Ensemble.

around for “Día de los niños/Día de

activity. 5-12 years. Does not include

Under the direction of Wally West,

los libros” at 1 p.m. FREE activities

museum admission. $4-$6. 11 a.m.

the Greensboro Youth Jazz Ensemble

will take place on Church Street.

International Civil Rights Center and

will perform as part of the OPUS

Admission to museum is regular price.

Museum, 134 S. Elm St., GSO. 274-

Concert Series. This series showcases

9199. sitinmovement.org.

outstanding musical entertainment

us for a free, family-friendly, recently released movie. Popcorn and drinks will be provided, while supplies last.

Call to find out what will be showing

For information contact Johlynn Har-

this month. All ages. FREE. 4 p.m.

relson at 574-2898 ext. 316. All ages.

Kernersville Library, Room 1 (lower level), 130 E. Mountain St., KernersLa Leche League of Greensboro

artists/instructors and Sherry Rose

Free Comic Book Day! At 10 a.m., Acme

Family Flick Friday (Kernersville). Join

ville. 703-2930. forsyth.cc/library.

shop. These two-hour workshops be-

and breastfeeding mothers are welcome for information and support.

Babies and toddlers always welcome.

for the family. All ages. FREE. 3 p.m.

UNC-TV Kids Club Day. Stop by the

Greensboro Historical Museum,

Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N.

UNC-TV Kids Club table for PBS Kids-

Church St., GSO. gcmuseum.com.

themed goodies and a hug from Read-

a-roo! Free for Kids Club members.

city-arts.org.

feature a main stage area and five vil-

For more information about Kids Club

Walk & Roll Winston-Salem. Come

lages representing African-American,

go to unctv.org. FREE. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

walk, skate and bike on the new

Asian, Latino, Native American

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road,

Research Parkway. The parkway and

and European heritage. Each village

W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

part of Third Street in the Innovation

Multicultural Festival. The festival will

Monthly Meeting. Pregnant women

sciworks.org.

130 Summit Ave., GSO. 373-2549.

Whimsical Wind Chimes with Brooke

Quarter will be closed so participants

arts, exhibits and food indicative of

Avery. Together, parents and children

can play in the streets. This free event

each particular culture. The festival

will make a set of wind chimes out of

will feature a variety of activities for

is a day filled with the sights, sounds

clay. Students get to design and create

all ages and abilities, including a bike

and tastes of foreign lands, and offers

shapes and patterns for the chimes

rodeo, bike helmet fittings for kids,

an educational outing for families

that will later be strung together. All

Bounce Castle, a 10-mile Community

with children. FREE. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

materials provided. This class meets

Bike Ride, a 30- to 40-mile bike Clip-In

The games kick off at 8:30 a.m. along

Finch Park, 15 Paul Beck Road, Lexing-

from 10 a.m.-noon, May 2, 9 and 16.

and Ride, food trucks, music, and a

with pipe bands, children’s art and

ton. lexingtonnc.net.

Payment and registration are required

drumming performance. All ages.

showcases native dress, music, visual

FREE. 10 a.m. Leonard Recreational Center, 6324 Ballinger Road, GSO. lllofnc.org.

2 SATURDAY 16th Annual Triad Highland Games.

Philharmonia of Greensboro. The

for enrollment. Enrollment deadline

1-4 p.m. Research Parkway between

Tartans, and more. $5-$15. Children

Philharmonia of Greensboro is proud

is Wednesday, April 22. Ages 7-adult.

Third Street and Rams Drive, Research

5 and under admitted FREE. Bryan

to perform as part of the OPUS Concert

$50-$55. Randolph Arts Guild, 123

Parkway, W-S. 727-8000.

Park, 6275 Bryan Park Road, GSO.

Series sponsored by the City Arts

Sunset Ave., Asheboro. 629-0399.

triadhighlandgames.org.

Center of the Greensboro Parks and

randolphartsguild.com.

Scottish games, food, Parade of the

Recreation Department. Peter Perret,

4 MONDAY

Park. This re-enactment marks the

conductor. All ages. FREE. 7:30 p.m.

disbandment of their unit at the end

Dana Auditorium, Guilford College,

3 SUNDAY

Burlington Youth Council. The Burling-

of the Civil War. All ages. 10 a.m.-4

5800 W. Friendly Ave., GSO. 373-2549.

$4 Sundays. During the museum’s open

Civil War Re-enactors in Historical

Lexington Ave., HP. 885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

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the needs of the Alamance/Burlington

mitted to the museum for just $4 per

middle- and high-school students.

Create a unique ART project. Work-

person. All ages. 1-5 p.m. Greensboro

This group of teens volunteers for

shops are lead by professional AFAS

Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St.,

various events and helps with local

Saturday ART Jam. Learn, Play, Create!

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nity service organization that meets

hours every Sunday, visitors are ad-

city-arts.org.

p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E.

ton Youth Council (BYC) is a commu-

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programs in the Alamance County

offers age- and language-based

area. To become a member of BYC,

songs and activities for children

students must be enrolled in an Ala-

ages 2-5. Registration required for

mance County school and maintain

the four-week series, April 13, 20, 27

satisfactory grades. Members must

and May 4. $32-$40. Mondays at 11

attend BYC meetings and events on

a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-

a regular basis. For more informa-

Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 723-

tion or an application call 222-5134.

Ninth-12th grade (Junior Members:

9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

sixth-eighth grade). FREE to join.

explores difficult issues that affect adolescents through the creation

1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington.

and presentation of dramatic skits

burlingtonnc.gov.

and workshops. Teens perform original and scripted plays,

Museum members only. This pro-

musicals and videos. Participants

gram is best suited for preschool-

receive training in basic acting and

aged children (12 months-4 years)

character development, plus helpful

and their caregivers. Dance, sing,

information about community-

create, explore and discover the

based assistance and learning to

world. GCM’s educational play

make healthy life choices. Ages

program offers fun activities

13-19. FREE. 7-8:45 p.m. Thataways

parents can do together with their

Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road,

children focusing on music and

Burlington. 570-6516. burlingtonNC.

movement, children’s literature,

gov/teen2teen.

arts and crafts, and the ESY. Hive

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. Meet at Zaxby’s

COOKING CLASSES STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER TEEN COOKING CLASS

Time begins the morning with

for kids’ night with a special event

May 1. Journey to Strawberry Fields in this delicious,

music, movement and the para-

or guest. 5-8 p.m. Zaxby’s, Bermuda

chute. Buzz on over to the Edible

Run, 5337 US Highway 158, Bermuda

Schoolyard afterward for garden

Run. 941-9051. zaxbys.com.

spring-inspired class that will focus on all things strawberry.

On the menu: Strawberry Fields Forever Smoothie, Spinach and Strawberry Salad, and Strawberry Shortcake with fresh whipped cream. 11-15 years. Registration required. $30. 5-7 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 574-2898, ext. 317. gcmuseum.com.

time and then fly into Creation Station for a craft. 10-11 a.m.

Greensboro Children’s Museum,

5 TUESDAY

220 N. Church St., GSO. 574-2898.

All Ages Story Time. Come out and

gcmuseum.com.

PJ Story Time at Reynolda Branch. A

hear a story at Carver School Road Branch library. All ages welcome.

traditional story time with one great

FREE. 3:30-4 p.m. 4915 Lansing

addition — wearing pajamas. This

Drive, W-S. 703-2910. forsyth.cc/

is a family story time for all ages that will get you ready for bed as

library/Carver.

Cinco de Mayo Party. Hola! Let’s fiesta

participants share stories, rhymes,

with a Cinco de Mayo party just for

crafts and more. FREE. 7-8 p.m.

teens. Program for youth in grades

Reynolda Manor Branch Library,

6-12. Free and open to the public.

2839 Fairlawn Drive, W-S. 703-2960.

4-5 p.m. Clemmons Library, 3554

forsyth.cc/library.

Simply Circle. A community-based

E

Teen to Teen Theatre. This program

6-7 p.m. Thataways Youth Center,

Busy Bees. For Greensboro Children’s

CREAT

Clemmons Road. forsyth.cc.

Home School Small Group Day.

circle-time program led by a speech-

Down to Earth (grades K-4) 10 a.m.;

language pathologist. The program

Geology at Work (grades 5-9) 11 a.m.

COOKING DEMONSTRATION: STRAWBERRIES IN THE 18TH CENTURY May 16. Discover how the early Quaker settlers to the High Point area used and prepared this seasonal fruit. Costumed interpreters will be demonstrating in the Hoggatt House kitchen in the Historical Park. FREE. All ages are welcome. Drop-in. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

CULINARY KIDS May 21. This is a hands-on program during which children learn to make healthy snacks. Participants will help make a healthy and tasty snack to eat. FREE. and open to the public. 6:30 p.m. High Point Library, 901 N. Main St., HP. 883.3668. highpointpubliclibrary.com.

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Programs for home-educated children

Branch Library, 4915 Lansing Drive,

those last reports and tests at school.

beginning with a story, followed by

and other small groups in grades

W-S. forsyth.cc.

Bring your smartphone or tablet if you

outdoor hands-on nature exploration.

can. FREE. 4:30 p.m. Reynolda Manor

Each program will end with a fun

Branch Library, 2839 Fairlawn Drive,

activity or craft. Come prepared to

W-S. forsyth.cc.

participate with your child. Registra-

K-9. Group admission rates apply

La Leche League of Winston-Salem.

and preregistration is required. Go to

Pregnant women and breastfeeding

sciworks.org for information. $9-$11.

mothers are welcome for information

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road,

and support. Babies and toddlers also

Art Activities in the Overlook Gal-

tion required. $2 per child. 10-11 a.m.

W-S. 767-6730. sciworks.org.

welcome. FREE. 10 a.m. Redeemer

lery. Drop in the Overlook Gallery

Lake Higgins Park, 4235 Hamburg

Little Sprouts. Enjoy the garden as

Presbyterian Church, 1046 Miller St.,

for creative art-making activities

Mill Road, Summerfield. 373-3739.

W-S. 462-5782. lllofnc.org.

inspired by current exhibitions. This

winter turns to spring. In this handson preschool program, children

event is FREE and open to the public.

Pregnancy Yoga. A one-hour class incor-

greensboro-nc.gov.

Preschool Story Time. Music, stories and fun for ages 1-6. FREE. 10:30-

will explore The Edible Schoolyard,

porating gentle and relaxing postures

3:30-4:30 p.m. Southeastern Center

playing and learning along the way.

suitable for any fitness level or stage

for Contemporary Art (SECCA), 750

This garden series focuses on a theme

of pregnancy. Light refreshments

Marguerite Drive, W-S. 725-1904.

7125 Broad St., Rural Hall. 703-2970.

each week. May 5: harvest. Ages 3-5.

provided after class, giving each

secca.org.

forsyth.cc/library.

$8-$12. 3-4 p.m. Edible Schoolyard at

woman an opportunity to meet other

the Greensboro Children’s Museum,

soon-to-be mothers. $12 for the single

and make a take-home craft. Parents

220 N. Church St., GSO. 574-2898.

rate, but monthly passes can also be

and teachers are also invited to learn

schoolers. 10:30 a.m. The Jamestown

gcmuseum.com.

purchased at reduced rates. 6:30-7:30

to make easy crafts for their kids or

Public Library, 200 W. Main St.,

CrafterNoon. Kids of all ages can come in

Our Lady of Mercy Children’s Cloth-

p.m. Forsyth Medical Center: Maya

classrooms. Call 703-2910 for details.

ing Consignment Sale. You are

Angelou Center Community Room 2

FREE. 4 p.m. Carver Branch Library,

invited to shop and/or participate as

(first floor), 3333 Silas Creek Parkway,

a consignee. Proceeds will be split

W-S. 414-5942. forsythmedicalcenter.

50/50 with consignees. Admission

org.

11:30 a.m. Rural Hall Branch Library,

Story Time at Jamestown Library.

Enjoy stories for toddlers and pre-

Jamestown. 454-4815. jamestown

publiclibrary.com.

4915 Lansing Drive, W-S. forsyth.cc.

Grocery Store Tour. Learn how to compare nutrition labels, watch for

8 FRIDAY

advertising tricks and discover cost

$4 Fun Friday Nights. Explore the

is $5 at the door. If you donate 20

Preschool Story Time at May Memo-

items or more, admission is FREE.

rial Branch Library. For children

saving measures with Brenner FIT di-

Greensboro Children’s Museum with

Profits benefit OLM PTO. All ages.

ages 3-5. This special story time offers

etitians. Daycare is not available. Reg-

the whole family when admission is

Registration required. $5. 8:30 a.m.-

children a variety of book-related

istration required. FREE. 5:30-7 p.m.

discounted to $4 per person. 5-8 p.m.

5:30 p.m. Our Lady of Mercy School,

experiences featuring stories, songs,

Held at Food Lion, Somerset Center

Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220

1730 Link Road, W-S. 722-7204.

finger plays and more. FREE. 10:30

Drive, W-S. Registration: brennerfit@

N. Church St., Greensboro. 574-2898.

ourladyofmercyschool.org.

a.m. May Memorial Branch Library,

wakehealth.edu. brennerchildrens.

gcmuseum.com.

342 S. Spring St., Burlington. ala-

org/brennerFIT.

Tail Waggin’ Tutors. Want to practice

mancelibraries.org.

your reading with a furry friend? Make

Across the Vast, Eternal Sky. Come out to hear this concert by The Kerner

Music and Movement. A half-hour of

Special Populations Bingo. This event

singing, dancing, rhythm instruments

Chorale, Kernersville’s Chorale Society.

therapy dog. Call 703-2910 or email

is designed to offer those with devel-

and musical play awaits children ages

Contact Rheanell Baker at 287-1198

Christina at mayhance@forsyth.cc to

opmental disabilities an opportunity

1-5 and their caregivers. FREE. 10:30-

for information. $15. All ages.

7:30 p.m. Kernersville Moravian

an appointment to read to a certified

make a 10-minute appointment. Ages

to socialize and have fun playing

11 a.m. Walkertown Branch Library,

5-11. FREE. 6-7 p.m. Carver School

Bingo. All ages. Small cost for games

2969 Main St., Walkertown. 703-2990.

Church, 504 S. Main St., Kernersville.

Road Library, 4915 Lansing Drive, W-S.

and concessions. 7-8 p.m. Thataways

forsyth.cc/library.

thekernerchorale.org.

forsyth.cc/library.

Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road,

Preschool Discovery. A program for

Burlington. 222-5134. BurlingtonNC.

young children, including stories,

Choral Society of Greensboro. Handel’s

gov/thataways.

music, movement and more, that

“Judas Maccabeus” will be performed

6 WEDNESDAY Girls With a Purpose. Program for

Book Babies. See May 1 listing.

encourages discovery. Free with paid

by the Choral Society of Greensboro during the OPUS Concert Series. Jon

tween and teen girls ages 11-17 that

7 THURSDAY

museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S.

Brotherton, conductor. These concerts

provides resources and information

App Yours! Summer’s coming — are

Liberty St., W-S. 723-9111. childrens-

are sponsored by City Arts Music

museumofws.org.

Center of the Greensboro Parks and

to help young girls develop and

you ready? Learn about the best apps

grow. Meets monthly on the first

so you can take the library with you.

Preschool Nature Program at Lake

Wednesday. FREE. 4:30 p.m. Carver

We’ll also talk about study help for

Higgins: Deer. Discover nature,

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Recreation Department. All ages.

FREE. 7:30 p.m. Christ United Meth-

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Mexican dancers. All ages. FREE. 11

ing through words and music with the

GSO. 373-2549. city-arts.org.

a.m.-3 p.m. Guilford Park Presbyterian

OrKIDStra program by the Greensboro

Church, 2100 Fernwood Drive, GSO.

Symphony. Storyteller Logie

guilfordpark.org.

Meachum will read aloud “A Million

9 SATURDAY 2nd Saturday @ SECCA. The auditorium

GO FAR 5K and Fun Run. The Go Out for

comes alive with laughter as at-

twice a year. More than 2,000 kids,

percussion ensemble adds musical

tendees watch classic cartoons and

families and community members

sound effects. Free with museum

make art together. This event is free

from all over the Triad are expected

admission. Contact Johlynn Harrelson

and open to the public. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

for the event, which culminates

at 574-2898, ext. 316, for information.

Southeastern Center for Contempo-

training at school and after-school

All ages. 10 and 11 a.m. Greensboro

rary Art, 750 Marguerite Drive, W-S.

programs. The event is open to

Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St.,

725-1904. secca.org.

everyone. Kids who do not belong to a

GSO. 574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

club can register at the race and their

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See

families are encouraged to join them.

held in the Carolinas in May in the late

Registration will be held the morning

1790s, the Bethabara Highland Games

of the race. The Fun Run begins at 8:15

offers a relaxing day for family gather-

a.m. The 5K begins at 9 a.m. Registra-

ings with congenial kinfolk, musical

tion is required. $15-$35. ITT College/

entertainment, the camaraderie of

Aetna Campus, 4050 Piedmont

competition and kid-friendly activi-

Parkway, HP. 543-3141. gofarclub.org/

ties. FREE. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bethabara

triad-GO-FAR-event.

Park, 2147 Bethabara Road, W-S. cityofws.org.

Greensboro Concert Band. Under

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12 TUESDAY All Ages Story Time. See May 5 listing. the Children’s Room staff for Book

Chameleons” by local author James Young as the Greensboro Symphony’s

niscent of the Scotch Fairs that were

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Book Babies at Milton Rhodes. Join

a Run (GO FAR) 5K and Fun Run is held

Bethabara Highland Games. Remi-

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Baby story time. FREE. 10-10:30 a.m.

Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, 251 Spruce St. N., W-S. 703-3040.

Chocolate Tasting. Discover the history of chocolate-making and how types of chocolate differ. Taste it with us and find out which is your favorite. Program for youth in grades 6-12. FREE. 4 p.m. Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville.

May 2 listing.

Whimsical Wind-Chimes with Brooke Avery. See May 2 listing.

forsyth.cc.

Music & Movement at Milton Rhodes.

Join the Children’s Room staff for Music and Movement. FREE. 11-11:45

10 SUNDAY

a.m. Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, 251 Spruce St. North, W-S.

Mother’s Day

703-3040.

$4 Sundays. See May 3 listing.

Cat in the Hat Visits! See May 9 listing.

the direction of Even Feldman, the

N.C. Zoo’s Family Nature Club: Nature Rocks. Hikes led by zoo staff and nature lovers, geared toward families.

Birds & Blooms. Be a bird nerd and fly

Greensboro Concert Band will perform

in for our annual feathered event

as part of the OPUS Series. This series

11 MONDAY

Watch nature change throughout the

and learn about the mission of

showcases outstanding musical enter-

Busy Bees. See May 4 listing.

tainment and is presented by the City

Greensboro Youth Chorus. The

choose to enter the zoo afterward, ad-

International Migratory Bird Day at the N.C. Zoo. $11+. N.C. Zoo, 4401 Zoo

Arts Music Center of the Greensboro

Greensboro Youth Chorus, directed

you must be a nature club member.

Parkway, Asheboro. nczoo.org.

Parks and Recreation Department.

by Ann Doyle and Nana Wolfe-Hill,

FREE. 7:30 p.m. Dana Auditorium,

Zoo membership not necessary.

Blacksmith Demonstration. Watch

will perform during the OPUS Concert

Pre-registration is required. 9-11:30

High Point Museum’s costumed black-

Guilford College, 5800 W. Friendly

Series. This series is presented by the

a.m. N.C. Zoological Park, 4401 Zoo

smith in action as he crafts various

Ave., GSO. 373-2549. city-arts.org.

City Arts Music Center of the Greens-

Parkway, Asheboro. 879-7715. nczoo.

Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit &

boro Parks & Recreation Department.

org.

Drop-in. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point

Run (PHR). This event begins at 10

The popular concert series showcases

Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Avenue,

a.m. with registration at 9:30 a.m.

musical entertainment at different

HP. 885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

and is free for boys and girls ages 7-14.

venues. FREE. 7 p.m. Christ United

PITCH: Throw strikes to a designated

Methodist Church, 410 N. Holden

at the Greensboro Children’s Museum

target. HIT: Hit from a stationary

Road, GSO. 373-2549. city-arts.org.

of chocolate-making and how types

for stories and photo opportunities.

batting tee for distance and accuracy.

Teen to Teen Theatre. See May 4 listing.

of chocolate differ. Taste it with us

All ages. Free with museum admis-

RUN: Sprint to home plate for time.

Youth Gaming. Play a combination of

and find out which is your favorite.

sion. 1-4 p.m. Greensboro Children’s

For information call 222-5030 or go to

electronic and board games. All ages

Program for youth in grades 6-12.

Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO.

mlb.com/phr to register. Burlington

welcome. FREE. 4 p.m. Carver Branch

FREE. 4 p.m. Walkertown Branch

574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Athletic Stadium, 1450 Graham St.,

Library, 4915 Lansing Drive, W-S.

Library, 2969 Main St., Walkertown.

iron pieces. All ages welcome. FREE.

Cat in the Hat Visits! Join Cat in the Hat

Family Fun Festival. Food trucks, children’s games and entertainment, including Los Viejitos traditional

Burlington. 222-5030. mlb.com/phr.

OrKIDStra “A Million Chameleons”

season. All hikes are FREE, but if you mission fees will apply. To participate,

13 WEDNESDAY Chocolate Tasting. Discover the history

forsyth.cc.

forsyth.cc.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See May 4 listing.

Pregnancy Yoga. See May 6 listing.

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Story Time at Jamestown Library. See May 7 listing.

listing.

Special Populations Bingo. See May 6 listing.

15 FRIDAY $4 Fun Friday Nights. See May 8 listing.

14 THURSDAY Art Activities in the Overlook Gallery.

See May 7 listing.

Chocolate Tasting. Discover the history

MOTHER’S DAY ACTIVITIES

Greensboro Brass Ensemble. Join us as the Greensboro Brass Ensemble performs under the guidance of Conductor Kiyoshi Carter. The City Arts Music

of chocolate-making and how types

Center of the Greensboro Parks &

of chocolate differ. Taste it with us

Recreation Department presents the

and find out which is your favorite.

OPUS Concert Series, which includes

Program for youth in grades 6-12.

performances at different venues

FREE. 4 p.m. Southside Library, 3185

throughout Greensboro. FREE. 7:30

Buchanan St., W-S. forsyth.cc.

p.m. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church,

Container Gardening 101. This class

607 N. Greene St., GSO. 373-2549.

will provide you with the tools need-

city-arts.org.

MOTHER-DAUGHTER TEA PARTY

ed to start and maintain a container

May 2. Come out for a morning of arts and crafts and a

garden. You will have the opportunity

tea party. Wear your favorite boa, hat and dress and enjoy playing “dress up” over tea and crumpets. For information call 883-3407. All ages. $5 per daughter. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Deep River Recreation Center, 1529 Skeet Club Road, HP. 883-3407. highpointnc.gov/pr.

to assemble your own container

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garden to take home and nurture.

Annual Community Yard Sale. Reserve

MOTHER’S DAY MAKERSPACE May 6. Create a one-of-a-kind gift that your mom will adore. We will have a variety of materials on hand; all you need to bring is your creativity. FREE.4-5 p.m. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

SWEET CREATIONS FOR MOTHER’S DAY May 7. Have fun with food, creating a piece of artwork to

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Book Babies. See May 1 listing.

Join Brenner FIT and local gardening

your space for only $15 (member or

experts to learn about growing your

non-member) for an entire parking

own food and herbs on your porch.

space and the YMCA will provide a

Registration required. FREE. 4-5

6-foot table. All proceeds benefit

p.m. William G. White Jr. YMCA, 775

the Y-Give Scholarship Fund. Contact

West End Blvd., W-S. Registration:

cfleming@asheboroymca.com for

brennerfit@wakehealth.edu. brenne-

information or call 625-1976. All ages.

rchildrens.org/brennerFIT.

Registration required. 7 a.m.-noon.

CrafterNoon. See May 7 listing.

Randolph-Asheboro YMCA, 343 NC

Music and Movement. See May 7

Highway 42 N., Asheboro. 625-1976.

listing.

Paws to Read. Children get to read to

Box Wars. Register to build custommade box forts as part of a team.

show off ... then eat. Glue with whipped cream and icing and decorate with gumdrops, mints, graham crackers, marshmallows and more. For information call 883-3504.

All ages. $2 per person. 4:30-7 p.m. Southside Recreation Center, 401 Taylor Ave., HP. highpointnc.gov/pr.

one of the library’s therapy dogs.

Supplies are provided. This event will

This program is intended for new,

also feature music and food. To regis-

struggling and reluctant readers.

ter or for information call 883-3509.

The children get one-on-one time

All ages. Registration required. $5

with these special dogs. Registration

per person. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Allen Jay

FAMILY SUNDAY & MOTHER’S DAY MATINEE AT BB&T BALLPARK

required. Call 883-3666 to register.

Recreation Center, 1073 E. Springfield

May 10. Come see the Winston-Salem Dash take on the

FREE. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 901 N. Main St.,

Myrtle Beach Pelicans at beautiful BB&T Ballpark during Family Sunday. Kids will have the opportunity to run the bases during this Mother’s Day matinee. $8-$16. 2 p.m.

BB&T Ballpark, 951 Ballpark Way, W-S. 714-6874. wsdash. com.

Preschool Discovery. See May 7 listing.

Costumed interpreters will show you

Preschool Story Time. See May 7

how the early European settlers in

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HP. 883.3668. highpointpubliclibrary. com.

listing.

Road, HP. 883-3509.

Historic Herbs. Enjoy the sights and scents of the historic herb garden.

High Point used these herbs. Make

ONGOING EVENTS

SEE

maker.” The play’s universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and r eligion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness. $10-$30. See website for showtimes. Starr Theatre, 520 S. Elm St., GSO. ctgso.org.

MAY 1-31 AT HOME ON THE PLAINS This mini-exhibit showcases Plains Indians objects from the MOA’s

MAY 1, 6, 8, 20, 22, 27, 29

permanent collection. Exhibit highlights include beaded moccasins

PUPPET SHOW: AESOP’S FABULOUS FABLES

from the Cree and Lakota Sioux tribes and two rare Comanche

Travel to ancient Greece, where you will meet Aesop and hear his

painted hide robes on display together for the first time. All ages.

timeless fables. Included in all-in-one ticket or $2. See website for

Free. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest

showtimes. Old Salem, Frank L. Horton Museum, 924 S. Main St.,

University, 1834 Wake Forest Road, W-S. 758-5282. moa.wfu.edu.

W-S. oldsalem.org.

MAY 1-29

MAY 1-3

UNDERSTANDING OUR PAST, SHAPING OUR FUTURE

“ANNE OF GREEN GABLES”

This traveling exhibition focuses on Cherokee language and culture,

When aging brother and sister Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert

using sound recordings as the basis for presenting a coherent story

approach the orphanage in Nova Scotia for a boy to help them

in words and text. Major themes include Cherokee Homeland, Heri-

on the farm, they get more than they bargained for. Because of a

tage Sites, Tourism, Family and Community Celebrations. All ages.

mix-up, they are instead left with 11-year-old Anne Shirley. During

Free. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest

the course of six years, this romantic, hot-headed and energetic

University, 1834 Wake Forest Road, W-S. 758-5282. moa.wfu.edu.

redhead wins their hearts and turns the stodgy, rural Canadian community into a bright world of kindred spirits. This theatrical

MAY 8-9, 13-17

adaptation of the classic novel is an all-ages crowd-pleaser. $14+.

“TARZAN”

Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m. Twin City Stage, 610

Based on Edgar Rice Burroughs’ “Tarzan of the Apes” and the

Coliseum Drive, W-S. twincitystage.org.

smash-hit 1999 Disney animated film, the production tells the story of an infant boy orphaned on the shores of West Africa. Taken in

MAY 1-3

and raised by a tribe of gorillas, the young boy strives for accep-

SPRING FOLLY.

tance by his ape father while grappling with his uniqueness. When a

Kernersville’s largest musical festival is held annually the first full

human expedition enters their territory, Tarzan — now a man — en-

weekend of May. A performance area will be set up on North Main

counters strangers like himself for the first time. Rated PG. $16-$18.

Street, providing a venue for gymnastic studios, dance studios,

See website for showtimes. Theatre Alliance, 1047 Northwest Blvd.,

aerobics, karate and many other activities. Performance area hours

W-S. wstheatrealliance.org.

are Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with groups performing every halfhour. Children can also enjoy games and carnival rides in a desig-

MAY 29-31

nated area. Free. See website for hours and entertainment schedule.

SESAME STREET LIVE

kernersvillespringfolly.com.

No matter where you’re from or where you’ve been, everyone is special – so join in! Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby, and their Sesame

MAY 1-17

Street friends welcome Chamki, Grover’s friend from India, to

“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF.”

Sesame Street. Together, they explore the universal fun of friendship

Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a

and celebrate cultural similarities, from singing and dancing, to

poor Jewish dairyman, and his five daughters. Starring CTG’s execu-

sharing cookies. $17-$50. Friday, 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.;

tive director, Mitchel Sommers, and featuring beloved songs such as

Saturday, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; and Sunday, 2 p.m. LJVM

“Sunrise, Sunset,” “If I Were A Rich Man” and “Matchmaker, Match

Coliseum, 2825 University Parkway, W-S. ljvm.com.

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lavender sachets to take home for

ning, jumping, diving and retrieving

$1 each. All ages welcome. Drop-in.

in a variety of competitions. Enter

$1 for take-home sachet. 10 a.m.-

your dogs to compete or just come

4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859

to spectate, spend the day at the

E. Lexington Ave., HP. 885-1859.

park, eat and have some family fun.

highpointmuseum.org.

Leashed, friendly and rabies-vacci-

MOVIE: “Big Hero Six.” Enjoy this

20 WEDNESDAY

Burlington Youth Council. See May 4

Pregnancy Yoga. See May 6 listing.

listing.

donation. Ages 12 and under, FREE.

event is FREE and open to the public.

Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday

2 p.m. High Point Library, 901 N. Main

11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tanglewood Park,

St., HP. 883-3668. highpointpublic

4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons.

library.com.

rial Branch Library. See May 6

Music & Movement. Come move and

listing.

groove through songs, finger plays and a read-aloud. Children will gain language, listening and physical

to learn why our native snakes have

historic Washington Street, which was

such an important role in nature.

a thriving business and entertainment

$11+. N.C. Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway,

district for High Point’s black commu-

Asheboro. nczoo.org.

nity during the period of segregation.

Spring Festival. Join us to celebrate

The tour, lasting about 90 minutes,

the 150th anniversary of the an-

is FREE but limited to 20 people. Call

nouncement of Freedom to the

885-1859 to reserve a spot. All ages.

21 THURSDAY

admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum

Art Activities in the Overlook Gallery.

W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseu-

Local Historian Glenn Chavis will offer a guided walking tour of

6 listing.

abilities. Included with museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St.,

Walking Tour of Washington Street.

Save Our Snakes. Slither to the N.C. Zoo

Special Populations Bingo. See May

meaningful skills to build upon their

triaddoggames.com.

May 2 listing.

Preschool Story Time at May Memo-

Busy Bees. See May 4 listing.

nated dogs welcome. Minimum $5

award-winning animated film. This

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See

18 MONDAY

mofws.org.

See May 7 listing.

Greensboro Astronomy Club meeting at NSC. Learn about the stars and

Teen to Teen Theatre. See May 4 listing.

our universe at these free meetings

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See May 4 listing.

held at the NSC. Open to the public.

Go to greensboroastronomyclub.

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org for information. 7:30-8:30 p.m.

All Ages Story Time. See May 5 listing.

4301 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro.

La Leche League of Kernersville.

Natural Science Center of Greensboro, 288-3769. natsci.org.

Music and Movement. See May 7

African-American congregation in

Registration required. 8 a.m. Begins

Pregnant women and breastfeeding

Salem. There will be activities and

at Changing Tides Cultural Center,

mothers are welcome for information

demonstrations for all ages. Activities

613 Washington St., HP. 885-1859.

and support. Babies and toddlers also

Preschool Discovery. See May 7 listing.

are included in all-in-one ticket, $11-

highpointmuseum.org.

welcome. FREE. 7 p.m. Fountain of

Preschool Story Time. See May 7

$23. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Old Salem

Road, Kernersville. lllofnc.org.

Avery. See May 2 listing.

Museums & Gardens, 900 Old Salem

Magic Tree House Club. During this

Road, W-S. oldsalem.org.

Step into Better Health. Bring the

Life Lutheran Church, 323 Hopkins

Whimsical Wind-Chimes with Brooke

listing.

listing.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. See May 7 listing.

program based on the popular book

entire family for an opportunity to

17 SUNDAY

participate in free health screenings,

$4 Sundays. See May 3 listing.

Mary Pope Osborne, children will

22 FRIDAY

talk one-on-one with members of the

Girls Nite In International. Girls

have the opportunity to share their

$4 Fun Friday Nights. See May 8 listing.

Book Babies. See May 1 listing.

series “The Magic Tree House” by

clinical staff and enjoy a morning of

Nite In is a growing movement to

favorite stories, make a craft and

health education. Some screenings

empower teen girls to make wise

play games inspired by the books.

require an appointment and space

choices. Participants discuss topics

Elementary age. FREE. 3:30 p.m.

is limited. Call the Contact Center at

relevant to teens growing up in

High Point Library Storyroom,

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878-6888 to register. All ages. FREE.

today’s society. May’s topic is anxiety.

901 N. Main St., HP. 883.3668.

Korner’s Folly Family Revue Puppet

8-11 a.m. Millis Regional Health

The group aims to create a safe place

Education Center, 600 N. Elm St., HP.

to learn and talk with others about life

878-6888.

issues. The only chapter in N.C. is in

3-5 with a parent or adult caregiver.

craft. This activity is for children of all

Triad Dog Games. This fundraising event

here in the Piedmont-Triad. Teenage

This month’s theme is “Little Garden-

ages and is free with general admis-

by The Sergei Foundation will help

girls (middle and high school). FREE.

ers.” Preregistration is required.

sion; puppet show-only admission

assist in its mission to save companion

6-8 p.m. Fountain of Life Church, 323

$7-$15. Call to register. 10 a.m.-noon.

is $2. 10:30 a.m. Korner’s Folly, 413

pets’ lives by providing veterinary

Hopkins Road, Kernersville. 993-4447.

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road,

S. Main St., Kernersville. 996-7922.

financial assistance to families unable

GirlsNiteInInternational.org.

W-S. 714-7105. sciworks.org.

to afford emergency, life-saving care.

The games will showcase dogs run-

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highpointpubliclibrary.com.

PIPP Squeaks. This program is for ages

Show. This puppet show is followed by a make-and-take sock puppet

kornersfolly.org.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See May 2 listing.

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$4 Sundays. See May 3 listing.

All Ages Story Time. See May 5 listing.

Art Activities in the Overlook Gallery.

Blacksmith Demonstration. See May

Book Babies at Milton Rhodes. See

25 MONDAY

Memorial Day

See May 12 listing.

Memorial Day Bike Parade is a family-

27 WEDNESDAY

friendly event designed to promote

Pregnancy Yoga. See May 6 listing.

healthy lifestyles. Decorate your bikes

Preschool Story Time at May Memo-

and meet up at the “World’s Largest

rial Branch Library. See May 6

Chair” in downtown Thomasville.

listing.

Participants will bike 3.2 miles to the

Special Populations Bingo. See May

HiToms Home Plate at historic Finch

6 listing.

9 listing.

CrafterNoon. See May 7 listing.

May 12 listing.

Music & Movement at Milton Rhodes.

Busy Bees. See May 4 listing.

Memorial Day Bike Parade. The HiToms

See May 7 listing

Hero Run 5K. The Hero Run is a 5K and

Music and Movement. See May 7 listing.

1-mile fun run hosted by The North

Preschool Discovery. See May 7 listing.

Carolina Leadership Academy PTO. The

Preschool Story Time. See May 7

run and festival afterward is a fund-

listing.

raiser for The NCLA to raise funds for

Story Time at Jamestown Library. See May 7 listing.

the school while promoting a healthy and active lifestyle within the community. The event honors everyday

29 FRIDAY

heroes. Participants are encouraged to

$4 Fun Friday Nights. See May 8 listing.

hero. Local artisans and craft vendors,

Book Babies. See May 1 listing.

face-painting, inflatables, food, and

dress up as someone they consider a

Field. This is a police-escorted event.

more. Registration before April 30

Prizes for the best-decorated bikes.

is $20 for adult runners and $10 for

Register at HiToms.com or Facebook.

student runners. Prices increase by

com/HiTomsBaseball. FREE. 2:30 p.m.

Downtown Thomasville, 1220 National Highway, Thomasville. 601-0740.

HiToms.com.

Teen to Teen Theatre. See May 4 listing.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See May 4 listing.

$10 after April 30. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See May 2 listing.

Readers, please call ahead to confirm dates and times.

This calendar may include some events not intended for young children.

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