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Juggling Lessons

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The 2013 N.C. Family-Friendly 50

Top companies in the state for working parents

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Household Tips

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Family Fyi Family Health 4 Ask the Teacher 4 Community News 5 Fab Finds 6 At Home 7 Top 5 7

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Editor’s Note

Is My Kid OK? ‘Mean girl’ phenomenon

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Growing Up

Stranger danger

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Calendar of Events Piedmont Palette

Jenna Atkinson, 7 months, from Trinity, photographed

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Managing the Work-Life Dynamic

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oday, despite all of the gains we have made, neither men nor women have real choice. Until women have supportive employers and colleagues as well as partners who share family responsibilities, they don’t have real choice. And until men are fully respected for contributing inside the home, they don’t have real choice either.”

— Sheryl Sandberg, “Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead” Work-life balance is a hot topic for all parents.

Facebook Chief Operating Officer Sheryl Sandberg made headlines this past year for her book and movement encouraging women to “lean in” to their ambitions and take more leadership roles. It’s an admirable goal, and Sandberg has been praised by many for these efforts. But the movement is not without controversy. After all, not all women want to be CEOs of Fortune 500 companies. Many stay-at-home moms and single moms criticized Sandberg’s book for not being relevant to their situations.

And let’s face it: It’s a lot easier to “lean in” at work when you have millions in your bank account and help running your household. To her credit, Sandberg acknowledges the challenges of family responsibilities in her quote above, and I’m glad her movement has fostered so much discussion.

But the reality is that most moms I know clip coupons and struggle to keep up with household chores, meal planning and shopping in addition to business meetings, deadlines and finding time to get the kids to soccer practice.

But there is good news: More and more employers are implementing programs, policies and benefits with the working parent in mind. In this issue, we proudly announce Carolina Parenting’s N.C. Family-Friendly 50, the top companies in the state for working parents (page 14). These companies are exemplary in creating a family-friendly work culture and should be applauded for these efforts. We’ve also included brief profiles of several Triad companies that made our annual list.

Also in this issue, writer Ginny Gaylor offers practical advice from experts on how to make your house and life run more smoothly (The Work-Life Balancing Act, page 18). Gaylor outlines seven important tips for better organization at home.

Writer Lisa Hassell also has expert advice for us this month as she tackles the most common issues parents face in the work-life juggle (Life Lessons From Life Coaches, page 12). Read her story to find out why moms need to let go of our quest for “perfection.”

And finally, we hope that you will join us next month as we celebrate working moms at our Moms@Work Breakfast & Expo to be held Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 8 a.m. at Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem. Please visit piedmontparent.com/momsatwork for ticket information. There will be goody bags, door prizes, opportunities for networking and much more discussion about the work-life dynamic. I hope to see you there.

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All of my middle-school friends seem to be multitasking all the time. When they do homework, they also tweet or spend time on Facebook. Most of them get good grades. My parents have made homework a technology-free time. It doesn’t seem fair. It isn’t like I’m addicted to staying in contact with my friends every minute of the day. What do you think?

If only our brains had a limitless capacity to process information, think of all the things we could do at the same time.

At your age, a majority of students now seem to be trying to do their schoolwork while staying in frequent contact with their friends electronically. Unfortuask the teacher nately, if you multitask while studying, you are not really doing two things simultaneously, but switching back and forth rapidly from task to task.

According to David Pisoni, professor of psychology at Indiana University, the price is not learning as much as someone would without multitasking. “Memory and attention are limited,” says Pisoni.

“Students don’t realize that when they study and engage in other activities,

of PiedmontParent.com visitors say that flexible hours and opportunities to work from home are more important family-friendly work benefits, compared to % who say health, dental

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and life insurance, and paidmaternity leave are the most important benefits.

that multitasking comes at a price.”

Students in middle school need to learn how to balance academics and using social media. Your parents, by their rules, have forced you to manage your study time with limited distractions.

You have quality study time, which is far more important than the quantity of studying that you do. In the future, it should become your responsibility to focus on academic tasks without distractions.

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

— Peggy Gisler and Marge Eberts

Playground quality varies by neighborhood It’s probably no surprise that access to high-quality playgrounds varies by neighborhood, and a study of 500 playgrounds in Chicago confirms that fact.

Researchers assessed playgrounds in four main categohealth ries from 2009 to 2011: • age-appropriate design • ground surfacing • equipment maintenance, and • physical environment.

These criteria were used to assign

each playground a safety score. At the start of the study, most playgrounds were in fair condition, with the majority meeting the criteria for age-appropriate design and physical environment. Failing grades were generally due to problems with ground surfacing, such as not enough wood chips to cushion falls, or equipment-maintenance issues. The authors found that neighborhoods with a higher percentage of people living in poverty had fewer playgrounds and more

failing playgrounds. When a playground was found to have problems, appropriate authorities were notified, leading to more playgrounds receiving a passing grade by the end of the study. The authors conclude that strengthening community partnerships and training surveyors to conduct yearly examinations of playgrounds can create a safer urban play environment for children.

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community news family fyi

Compiled by Eleanor-Scott Davis

Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem to hold annual Storybook Soirée About 400 guests are expected to attend the 12th annual Storybook Soirée, a fundraiser that helps to support the annual operating costs of the Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem.

The event will be held Friday, Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Wake Forest Biotech Place (675 N. Patterson Ave. in WinstonSalem).

Each year a children’s book is chosen as a theme for the event. This year’s theme is inspired by the story collection of the Brothers Grimm.

Volunteers will transform Biotech Place into a modern storybook wonderland.

Guests will walk through lantern light into an enchanted storybook forest. Hansel and Gretel’s cottage will tempt guests with treats, and a magical goose will lay golden eggs filled with prizes.

The evening includes artisan cocktails, gourmet small plates, live entertainment and inspired auctions.

Tickets are $75 each and can be purchased at childrensmuseumofws.org.

High Point Parks and Recreation brings awareness to National Childhood Obesity Month

Get out and move with the Brenner FIT Challenge Put on your walking shoes, get your friends, family or team together and join in as Brenner Children’s Hospital hosts the Brenner FIT Challenge, a fundraising walk and pro-am bike race. The event will be held Saturday, Sept. 7, starting at the Wake Forest University Bridger Field House (499 Deacon Blvd., Winston-Salem). Registration opens at 8 a.m., the walk begins at 9 a.m., and the bike race begins at 11:30 a.m.

The Brenner FIT Challenge is a community event that encourages people to get out and move, learn about healthy eating and help fight childhood obesity. The day includes a 2.5-mile walk with 10 physical and educational challenges to accomplish on the course, a pro-am bike race and other fun activities. Proceeds benefit the Brenner FIT Families in Training Program, which strives to be a family-centered, evidence-based approach to weight management. To register, go to BrennerChildrens.org or for more information, contact Cindy Caines at 336-716-7985 or ccaines@wakehealth.edu.

We now face a national childhood obesity crisis, with nearly one in three of America’s children being overweight or obese. Learn ways for children to maintain a healthy lifestyle and make the right choices of food to eat as High Point Parks and Recreation brings awareness to National Childhood Obesity Month.

A certified dietician from the Think Fit Organization of Greensboro will be the speaker for this event held Tuesday, Sept. 17 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Morehead Recreation Center (101 Price St., High Point). For more information, go to highpointnc.gov/pr or call 336-883-3506.

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family fyi

fab finds | facebook We asked. You answered. Visit facebook.com/piedmontparent to join the conversation.

What are your tips for finding work/life balance?

“I do not check work email once home.”

— Heather Flint Bowes “Set realistic expectations.”

— Alison Buckley “I have a flexible schedule since I’m an esthetician, so when I know there’s an event or school function, I request off. During a normal week, I try to plan an afternoon/evening to spend with the kids doing something fun with them.”

— Shanna Krystal Mcclanahan “Work the early hours and leave early whenever possible. And just do it. Time management is very important — use the time you are up after kids’ bed time wisely.”

— Tonya Simmons “Plan ahead! I plan all of our meals for the week, do the grocery shopping and cooking on the weekend.

That way, during the crazy work week, we can have more dinners together as a family.”

— Lisa Johnson Canter

Little Green Pouch simplifies snacking on the go Looking for a way to pack smoothies, applesauce or other squeezable foods into your child’s lunchbox without buying foods packaged in expensive disposable containers? The dishwasher-safe Little Green Pouch comes with a zipper top that opens to hold up to 6 ounces of food. A four-pack costs $14.99, and accessories ranging from PouchPop silicone spouts to collapsible mini-funnels range from $1.99 to $5.99. Kits containing the pouches and accessories are also available. Learn more at littlegreenpouch.com.

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N.C. author Nicholas Sparks expands Novel Learning Series for teens Grand Central Publishing has announced that New Bern native and New York Times bestselling author Nicholas Sparks has expanded his Novel Learning Series with three more titles ($14.99 each): Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein,” and Sparks’ own “Dear John” and “A Bend in the Road.” Sparks and Grand Central Publishing launched the series in 2013 with four of Sparks’ books: “The Notebook,” “A Walk to Remember,” “The Last Song” and “Three Weeks With My Brother.” The books align with the English Language Arts Common Core State Standards and are being published with the addition of study guides and question and explanation sections. Learn more at nicholassparks.com.

Piggy banks have gone virtual Virtualpiggy.com provides children with a secure way to shop online for products sold by merchants who operate within the boundaries of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. This means children under age 13 are limited to the amount and type of information websites can collect from them without first obtaining parental consent. The Virtual Piggy dashboard puts your child’s spending into easyto-read pie charts and graphs, so you can teach your child about budgets and saving money while he or she also learns to shop responsibly.

Parenting Toolbox In “The Balance Myth: Rethinking Work-Life Success” (Green Leaf Book Group Press, $21.95), Teresa A. Taylor shares compelling confessionals about her experiences as a wife, mother and former chief operating officer of Qwest, a Fortune 200 company and leading telecom giant. Through meltdowns and tears, she found creative ways to nurture personal relationships and navigate office politics. One reader wrote for the book’s Amazon review: “There were a few pages in here where I wanted to reach through the screen and give her a hug, and a few where I wanted to give her a high five. It made me feel not so alone, a little less crazy, and gave me hope that I'll ‘make it’ someday.’ ” Learn more at teresataylor.org.

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at home | top 5 family fyi

A room makeover is as easy as peel and stick at home

Using decals to add a touch of style to your walls has become increasingly popular. Many companies such as RoomMates Décor offer wall decals that can be instant refreshers in any room and made to be repositioned without damage to the surface.

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RoomMates Decor also has options for kids, too, with licensed properties including Disney, Star Wars, The Hobbit, The Amazing Spider-Man, Angry Birds and Dora.

Go to roommatesdecor.com for more information.

Work-from-home careers

1 Get crafty. If you make jewelry, pottery,

clothing, illustrations, bath products, edibles, etc., consider selling on Etsy.

2 Virtual customer service. Answer customer calls for big brands from your own home.

Expect to earn $8 to $15 an hour.

3 Freelance. Home-based contractors perform tasks ranging from software development to public relations work.

4 Tutor. Contact your local school system.

Websites such as About.com regularly 5 Write. hire guides to create content based on a proven expertise in a specific topic.

Compost your leaves Falling leaves are beautiful to look at but may seem like an inconvenience when planning your garden.

Instead of bagging the leaves and leaving them out with the trash, consider collecting them and composting them to create nutrient-rich, organic soil that will be ready for use by the spring.

— earthshare.org

— ABC News

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is my kid ok?

‘Mean girl’ phenomenon can begin as early as age 4

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By Regina Alexander

My daughter is nearly 5 and has always been social. Lately she has been having problems with another girl in her preschool class. The girl started not letting my daughter play and then began telling my daughter that they were not friends. Now other classmates have started telling her they can’t be her friend because they are friends with the other girl. At first I thought it was just something kids say, but now it’s beginning to look like all-out bullying. Can there be “mean girls” in preschool? There is so much said about how dangerous bullying is these days. How do I ensure my daughter isn’t a victim?

Offer her encouragement and support, and check with her the next day about how it went. If the teasing or exclusion is relentless or if your child is being more drastically affected (such as not wanting to go back to school), talk to the teacher. Explain that there has been some social conflict going on and ask him or her to keep an eye on the girls involved.

Relational aggression can be as serious as physical aggression, especially in older children. We may have been taught “Sticks and stones will break my bones, but words can never hurt me,” but this is no longer true. What parents see as harmless words can turn into cyber-stalking, vicious rumors or ostracizing. Remember to take your child’s concerns seriously at any age. Kids who cut themselves, abuse substances or attempt suicide are often looking for some way to ease the pain which seems unbearable to them. Often a parent could have helped the child to bear it.

The main way to ensure your daughter is not a victim is to teach her to be a survivor. Have an open relationship with her that fosters communication and let her know that you believe in her.

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Your daughter is experiencing relational aggression, a way of controlling one’s environment through rumors, exclusion and withdrawal of friendship, among other socially stigmatizing tactics. Studies have shown that girls use relational forms of bullying about as much as boys use physical aggression as a way of bullying. Though most of us can think back to middle school and identify the “mean girls,” we are now seeing that this phenomenon often starts around the age of 4 or 5.

It can be heartbreaking to know that your child is being picked on or excluded. Addressing this type of situation can be a difficult balancing act for parents. Your daughter needs to be able to deal with social conflicts on her own, if at all possible, as she will need conflict-resolution skills later in her life.

Begin by teaching her a simple method of response: 1. Tell the other child to stop and that it hurts her feelings.

2. If the child continues, walk away.

3. If the child follows her, tell an adult what is happening.

Build her confidence by focusing on her strengths. If assertiveness does not come naturally, help her by role-playing or help her to figure out the point she wants to get across. Finally, let her know that it is OK to say no or to tell others when she is uncomfortable. If your child has assertiveness and confidence, she is less likely to be an ongoing target for “mean girls.”

Empathy is a key lesson for parents of the “mean girl” to teach. Preschool is the perfect time to focus on emotional cause and effect with children. They may not realize that their actions hurt others, even when others have hurt them in the same way. However, be sure not to shame your child for things he or she has done. Shame does not teach anything except self-loathing. Children need to be guided and directed in how they treat others and how to correct their behaviors.

Regina Alexander is a licensed clinical social worker. She works as a counselor at Cone Health Behavioral Health Hospital. Please submit your questions to “Is My Kid OK?” by emailing sherri. mcmillen@conehealth.com.

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growing up

Stranger Danger: Keeping kids safe (and parents sane)

By Malia Jacobson | Freelance writer and mother of two

Three-quarters of parents say that abduction tops their list of parenting worries, over car accidents, sports injuries or drug addiction, according to the Mayo Clinic. The FBI reports that a child is abducted or becomes missing every 40 seconds in the United States, so it’s no wonder that teaching kids about “stranger danger” is a top parenting priority.

But teaching children to fear all strangers is misguided, says Lenore Skenazy, author of “Free-Range Kids: How to Raise Safe, Self-Reliant Children.” The vast majority of abductions are not committed by strangers; research from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children found that 85 percent of abducted children were taken by someone familiar to them. And sometimes approaching a stranger is the right thing for a child to do — like when he or she becomes separated from parents in a public place.

Here’s how to teach kids the facts about stranger safety.

Ages 2-6

Ages 7-12

Safe strangers

Despite the scary scenarios that fill the evening news, strangers pose little danger to children in a public space, says Gavin de Becker, author of “Protecting the Gift: Keeping Children and Teenagers Safe.” That’s because predators rely on privacy and secrecy to harm children. Instead of teaching children to fear all strangers, it’s wiser to teach children age-appropriate safety guidelines.

If a child becomes separated from parents, he or she should learn to search for a “safe stranger” to ask for help. The best bet is a mom with kids, says Rachel Galanter, a family support specialist at the Exchange Clubs’ Family Center in Durham. Help young children memorize parents’ full names and phone numbers by putting the information into a catchy tune like “Bingo” or “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” And make sure children know that you will never be angry at them for telling you a secret, even one they promised to keep.

Just say “no”

Instead of using a blanket “all strangers are bad” policy, parents can teach school-age children to recognize suspicious adult behavior, says Skenazy.

Tactics used by predators include asking for help finding a lost pet, promising gifts or saying that they’ve been sent by the family to take the child to his parent.

Teach children a code word that only friends and family members will know, and that they should never get into a car or go anywhere with an adult who does not know the word.

School-age children are generally taught to obey adults, but this lesson can be harmful in certain situations. Studies show that children under age 9 rarely say no to sexual predators because they don’t want to disobey an adult. Children should feel empowered to say “no” to a predator, or to any adult who makes them uncomfortable, says Galanter.

Ages 13-18

Public peril

Teens want to appear cool and be liked, but they need to know that they don’t need to be friendly to everyone who approaches them in a public space, says Galanter. If an adult asks to use a teen’s cell phone, tries to offer a ride, or offers food or drink, teens should say a firm “No, thank you” and notify another adult if the person persists. Dangerous strangers usually try to gain trust by acting friendly, so teens should learn to resist any adult who works hard to befriend them.

Help a teen reach you in an unsafe situation by agreeing on a special texting code to use in emergencies. And teens shouldn’t feel too embarrassed to scream, kick and attract attention if they’re bothered, says Skenazy. “Often, the potential molester will leave. Like most of us, they’d prefer their job to be easy.”

Teaching children and teens the basics of stranger safety builds confidence and peace of mind for parents and children, says Skenazy. “You can’t child-proof the world: Think of this as ‘world-proofing’ your child.” piedmontparent.com

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work-life balance

Life Lessons From Life Coaches

By Lisa Hassell

“There’s not enough time in the day!”

You’ve likely uttered those words before, perhaps often. Finding time for everything people need and want to do and finding a balance between home and work demands are common problems for many people — particularly parents who work outside the home.

Life coaching, according to The International Coach Federation, is partnering with clients in a thoughtprovoking creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. We met with three life coaches in North Carolina to discuss the most common issues parents face when trying to find a balance between work and home, as well as how best to deal with those issues.

Not enough time Many parents say their greatest amount of stress comes from not having enough time to do everything. Penny Sommer of Powerful Edge, a life-coaching business, suggests that parents consider making a distinction among their different roles and what it means to them to be successful in each. Ask yourself, “Who am I as a parent? A professional? A friend? A volunteer?” Clarify your values in each of those roles. Says Sommer, “This kind of clarity enables parents to make decisions aligned with their vision — saying ‘yes’ to the things that are important, ‘maybe’ to some that are nice to have and ‘heck no’ to things that don’t support their values.”

Sarah Levitt, an executive coach and motivational speaker in Raleigh, asks clients about their priorities but notices that what they say is often

different from how they’re living, and that’s when frustration sets in. Ask yourself, “What are my priorities? How do I want to spend my time?” Be aware of the thoughts you have. A demanding and stressful schedule is real, but if you spend your time fretting, you won’t be able to focus on the tasks at hand. Instead, get in the mindset of “My schedule is full, but I’m going to be in the present where I am now.” Rushing out of work and taking children to activities is simply a fact of life for many families, but make the most of your time in the car. Turn off electronics and talk to your children.

The perfect Pinterest parent Not being able to achieve perfection in each area of life is another cause of stress for many parents. By attempting

to be an overachiever at work while also cooking gourmet dinners and helping children make homemade valentines seen on websites like Pinterest, parents end up feeling like failures at everything.

Sommer urges parents to ask, “Is it realistic to be the best at everything I do? Do I truly consider this to be important, or am I accepting someone else’s belief about the best way to live my life?” Role models are wonderful, but they can lead to accepting a belief that we need to be performing at a certain level. Consider whether it’s important to you that your house is immaculate or that your child is involved in four activities.

Penny Hazen of Hazen Life Coaching in Winston-Salem believes the best thing a parent can do is spend a little

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Time for myself Another common problem is that working parents don’t take time for themselves. “Part of being a good parent is taking care of yourself,” says Hazen.

Levitt reminds us that like the rule of putting an airplane’s oxygen mask on yourself before helping your child, you must nourish yourself to be your best for the others in your life. Ask yourself how you want to show up to the most important people in your life. Do you want to be attentive? Nurturing?

Or exhausted, resentful and distracted? Decide what it is you are missing from your life. What is most important?

Some parents refuse to work through their lunch break, using that hour each day to rest and rejuvenate. Other parents find it helpful to set their alarm 10 minutes earlier than they wish to wake up to have a bit of quiet time before the day begins. On the drive home, some parents might choose to silence their phone.

Levitt has a personal friend she kept missing because of their busy schedules. They finally scheduled a weekly phone date and made it a priority. She taught her family that for that one hour each week, everyone has to stay in his or her room quietly, and she doesn’t schedule anything at that time. If you have a parenting partner, take turns giving the other a night off each week, allowing that parent to have some alone time. Single parents can make similar arrangements with other parents. Levitt suggests identifying your priorities and then focusing on strategies that will keep them priorities.

“Each of the issues mentioned results in stress that manifests itself internally and externally,” says Sommer. Only when we begin to identify the actual cause of the stress will we be able to find strategies for eliminating that stress. “Remember,” says Levitt, “small changes can add up to big results.”

Lisa Hassell is a freelance writer and a former elementary-school teacher who now runs a small, in-home daycare. She lives with her 4-year-old son in Indian Trail.

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N.C. companies that create family-friendly work cultures Work-life balance has been a hot topic this year. From Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg’s very talked-about book “Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead” to stories of parents who want to return to the workforce after staying home with kids, but can’t find jobs, balancing a career outside the home with family life can be challenging.

Each year Carolina Parenting, which owns Piedmont Parent, Carolina Parent and Charlotte Parent, seeks information from North Carolina companies that offer family-friendly benefits, including

Carolina or to nominate your company for 2014, visit ncfamilyfriendly.com.

Advanced Home Care flexible schedules, generous benefits and innovative programs, and then selects 50 companies that stand out for putting into practice a supportive work culture for working parents. We congratulate the 2013 honorees!

The following are brief profiles of each company with locations in the Triad. To see profiles of all the 2013 Family-Friendly 50 companies in North

Carolina Parenting’s 2013 N.C. Family-Friendly 50 Achieve Therapy Services ■ Advanced Home Care ■ Alamance Regional Medical Center ■ Alston & Bird LLP ■ American Institute of Certified Public Accountants ■ The Angus Barn Ltd. ■ Arysta LifeScience North America ■ Auto Logic ■ Bayer CropScience ■ BDO USA LLP ■ Biogen Idec ■ Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina ■ Bright Horizons Family Solutions ■ Capitol Broadcasting Company ■ Caterpillar Building Construction Products Division ■ Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates PA ■ Coastal Federal Credit Union ■ Duke University & Health System ■ Ernst & Young LLP ■ Grant Thornton LLP ■ Gupta Psychiatry ■ Hannover Life Reassurance Company of America ■ Hill, Chesson & Woody ■ IBM ■

Inmar Integrated Laboratory Systems Inc. ■ Kindermusik International ■ L&E Research ■ Lyerly Agency ■ Mims Distributing Company Inc. ■ Mulkey Engineers & Consultants ■ Nationwide ■ Novant Health West Forsyth Internal Medicine and Pediatrics ■ Novo Nordisk Pharmaceutical Industries Inc. ■ Providence Day School ■ Reading Solutions Raleigh ■ Replacements Ltd. ■ Research Square ■ Rex Healthcare ■ Rho Inc. ■ RTI International ■ Speechcenter Inc. ■ TIAA-CREF ■ Time Warner Cable ■ UNC Health Care ■ U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ■ Vanguard ■ WakeMed Health and Hospitals ■ Ward Black Law ■ Workplace Options ■ ■

No. of U.S. employees: 1,600 N.C. locations: Multiple locations throughout N.C. Health assessments, nutritional counseling and an on-site farmers market demonstrate Advanced Home Care’s commitment to employee wellness. The company permits flexible scheduling and strongly encourages taking time off for family to maintain a work-life balance. Free vaccinations and an on-site pharmacy are also provided. advhomecare.org

Alamance Regional Medical Center No. of U.S. employees: 2,200 N.C. locations: Burlington and Mebane A comprehensive benefits program for employees includes provisions such as on-site child care, a free health clinic and pharmacy, and a lactation facility.

Annual family events foster camaraderie within the office. The company also offers employees tuition reimbursement, child care subsidies and flexible scheduling options. armc.com

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina No. of U.S. employees: 4,194 N.C. locations: Multiple locations throughout N.C. On-site amenities include health clinics, gyms and lactation facilities.

Child care centers at each location boost employee morale and decrease absenteeism. Employees are offered tuition reimbursements, flexible schedules, support groups and wellness programs.

Options such as part-time work, a compressed workweek, job-sharing and telecommuting can make balancing a career and a family easier for employees. bcbsnc.com piedmontparent.com

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Advanced Home Care families enjoy a fun-filled day at the park. The company allows flexible work schedules for employees such as compressed work weeks in addition to its strong commitment to employee wellness.

Bright Horizons Family Solutions No. of U.S. employees: 18,000 N.C. locations: Multiple locations throughout N.C. Bright Horizons is sensitive to the needs of families and allows for time off when a family member is sick or has passed away. An affiliated child care center for employees’ children is subsidized, and company policy allows for children to accompany their parents to work when necessary.

The company offers employees flexible scheduling and subsidized elder care. brighthorizons.com

Ernst & Young LLP No. of U.S. employees: 27,000 N.C. locations: Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh The EY Assist program provides information to employees on topics ranging from nutrition to college admission and counseling. Ernst & Young also offers generous paid maternity and paternity leave, subsidizes child and elder care, reimburses employees for tuition and offers scholarships. ey.com

Hill, Chesson and Woody No. of U.S. employees: 54 N.C. locations: Durham, Greensboro and Wilmington Monthly Salad Day, Massage Day and Sneaker Day encourage staff members to focus on good health. The company subsidizes gym memberships, offers on-site

Monique Broadie, Sr. Team Leader for Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina claims department, and her son build memories at Bright Horizons, BCBSNC’s onsite back-up child care center.

health screenings and flu shots, and features newly designed offices that enhance employees’ physical and mental comfort via stress-relieving designs, spaces, colors and furniture.

HC&W allows employees to flexibly use half an hour each day in the morning or afternoon to take care of sick children without penalty. hcwbenefits.com

Inmar No. of U.S. employees: 1,834 N.C. locations: Charlotte, Rural Hall and Winston-Salem Since 2011, Inmar has introduced premium incentives to boost participation in its Wellness Program for employees and their families. Healthy competition among coworkers has resulted in employees who successfully changed their lifestyles for the better and increased company productivity and morale. Family celebrations such as the Halloween bash and winter gingerbread contest foster unity among families of coworkers. inmar.com

Kindermusik International No. of U.S. employees: 39 N.C. locations: Greensboro Kindermusik supports employees’ families by offering flexible scheduling options and welcoming children in the workplace when child care is not available. Adoption expenses can be reimbursed. Paid maternity and paternity leave is available for new parents. kindermusik.com

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Time Warner Cable supports working parents with several programs such as Take Your Sons and Daughters to Work Day (above), a Work-From-Home program, Lunch and Learns, and more.

Novant Health (West Forsyth Internal Medicine and Pediatrics) No. of U.S. employees: 16 N.C. locations: Clemmons The company’s Compass program provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes visits with therapists, nutritionists and fitness coaches and other wellness services that improve mental and physical health. Family events are held throughout the year and include picnics, galas and bake-offs. novanthealth.org

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Ward Black Law office administrator, Wendy Campbell, and son Ethan talk with U.S. Marines during the Ward Black Law Toys for Tots Christmas Gift Drive. Photo by Andy Lindsey

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No. of U.S. employees: 75 N.C. locations: Boone, Charlotte and Winston-Salem The company reimburses full-time employees up to $5,000 a year for child care and $2,000 for medical expenses.

Maternity leave can last up to a year.

Caseloads and schedules can be customized to match employees’ needs, which may include telecommuting. speechcenter.net

No. of U.S. employees: 47,000 N.C. locations: Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh and Wilmington Time Warner Cable allows employees to telecommute and offers lunchtime parenting support groups. Health and wellness benefits include free on-site massages, vaccines, fitness clubs and health consultations.

Employees can take home fresh meals for their families from on-site cafeterias and enjoy a significant discount on Time Warner cable, phone, Internet and home security services.

A nursing line offers medical consultation to employees. timewarnercable.com

How companies were selected

No. of U.S. employees: 437 N.C. locations: Greensboro An extensive health care plan covers nontraditional medical services including artificial conception and bariatric surgery. Parent education leave allows employees to attend events at their child’s school. Voluntary unpaid time off allows parents to leave work to spend time at home and save paid time off for unexpected events. An on-site health clinic and dispensary is available for the convenience of employees.

Employees are permitted to bring their child to work in certain cases. replacements.com

Honored companies were nominated and provided information about benefits and programs via surveys and supporting employee testimonials.

Information was reviewed at the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School in Chapel Hill, and the final list of selected companies was determined in partnership with the business school.

Ward Black Law No. of U.S. employees: 27 N.C. locations: Greensboro Ward Black Law covers 100 percent of health benefits for employees, offers flexible scheduling to parents, and pays for the necessary technology if employees need to telecommute.

The firm sponsors and participates in mission trips such as Habitat for Humanity. On-site concierge assists with errands and everyday tasks. wardblacklaw.com

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The Work-Life Balancing Act 7 tips for better organization

By Ginny Gaylor

Looking for a way to make your house or your life run more smoothly?

We posed that topic to organization experts for their tips, tricks and timetested methods for juggling work, home and, hopefully, a little free time.

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Prioritize.

Sure, we like to think that we can do it all, but when you study the reality of what “doing it all” looks like, how much of it is done very well? Christy Johnson, the owner/ photographer of Raleigh-based Be True Design Image and a guest blogger at the working mom-centered site VendRaleigh.com, has discovered that many working moms need to start by taking a hard look at their expectations. “If the house is a little messy that’s OK; you have to let some things go,” she says, adding a quote from author Anna Quindlen: “ ‘When in doubt choose the kids, there will be plenty of time later to choose work.’ ” Practice prioritizing, do what you can and let go of the rest. “I try to make sure what I’m doing every day lines up with my own priorities,” Johnson says. She says that if you are spending more time on your work and your priority is to maximize time with the kids, then it is time to rethink. “If you’re not taking time for yourself, you’re not going to be any good for everyone else.”

1

Keep a routine.

Lauren Rieger of Charlotte understands the power of having a schedule. Rieger is a single mom and owner of a Charlotte-based concierge/

organization business, Leave it to Lauren. “As a single mom myself, I feel like I never have enough time in the day,” she says. Keeping to a routine is how she makes everything happen.

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Make a chore chart.

Rieger applies her same schedule logic to household chores, advising people to create a chore chart and accomplish the tasks that are biggest first, leaving you time to relax later on. “The lineup includes daily tasks that need to be accomplished so you don’t have to clean the house all at once,” she says. “I’m all about time management — if it makes sense for you to hire a housekeeper to knock out the things you can’t stand to clean

— then go for it, just save that money from your grocery shopping or dry cleaning funds.”

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Do things in small doses.

Greensboro-based Lori Fowler, who owns Ducks in a Row Home Organization, recommends managing all the paper that comes into the home. “We know there are things in those papers we need to respond to, but trying to weed those things out is not a skill a lot of people have by nature,” she says.

Fowler advises moms to create three categories — to be filed, to be paid and to be answered —and then make the recycling bin their best friend. “When you get that stack,

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work-life balance immediately make an evaluation,” she says. Assign the items to one of the three categories or toss it.

“If it builds up, it gets so overwhelming. We’ve all been there at some point,” she says. “It’s so much better to do in small bites, when it shows up.”

5

Plan ahead.

We all know how easy it is to fall back on the fast food or the microwave when the kids have activities or you have work or social events. “It’s so much less stress if I have set meals for the week that you can pick and choose from,” Johnson says.

So give meal planning a try. She likes to assign a theme to each night to help narrow the options. “It makes it seem much less overwhelming.”

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Use employer benefits.

Rieger recommends that working moms, whether single or in a relationship, try to maximize the benefits their employer offers. “A lot of companies now offer opportunities to help their employees balance work and life,” she says.

“Although you can’t be sure until you are a part of a company or organization, try to align yourself with a company where the environment and the people you surround yourself with are similar to who you are and your life outside of the office,” says Rieger.

“This will encourage you to be your true self both at work and at home and achieve work-life balance.”

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Last, but not least, try and be a bit more selective about how many activities you commit the kids to. “I think we all naturally over commit ourselves all the time,” Fowler says. Though it may seem almost impossible to say no to something for the kids, Fowler has learned not to overcommit. “Our kids do not need to be as busy as we sometimes get them to be,” she says. Fowler advises parents to hold back and reserve some time for everyone to sit down together and have a meal or some family time. “Be deliberate about it,” she recommends. “It’s one of the best things we can do for our kids.”

Ginny Gaylor is a freelance writer/editor based in Greensboro and mom of one. For more information, visit ginnygaylor.com.

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Butterfly Vivarium. In conjunction with the Adopt-a-Butterfly event, a temporary Butterfly Vivarium has been installed in the Environmental Park. All-a-Flutter Butterfly Farm in High Point will provide a variety of butterfly species, and you’ll have the chance to go inside the vivarium for an up-close look and some great photos. Included with museum admission. Sciworks, 400 Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 336-767-6730. sciworks.org.

Sept. 1-18 Adopt-a-Butterfly. For $25, you can “adopt” a monarch butterfly, which you or a loved one will release Sept. 22. Your butterfly will be tagged with a unique research number, and you’ll receive an adoption certificate listing that number. If your butterfly is recovered in Mexico or somewhere along its migration route, we’ll send you details about its journey. To adopt, call 336-714-7109 or stop

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Sept. 1-30 Metabolic Effect for Moms. Bring your kids to the playground to get some energy out while you exercise. Intense Metabolic

Effect workouts are only 30 minutes, so your kids won’t have time to start fussing. Bring a mat, hand weights if you have them and water. $10 per class; attend multiple classes per week for discounts. Monday-Friday at 9:30 a.m. Tanglewood Shelter 4 by the Playground, Clemmons. projectmomsanity.com.

Sept. 6-30 Animated at Green Hill. Animated is an exhibition of works by contemporary N.C. artists who are inspired by or incorporate the animated image. Free. Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wednesday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday 2-5 p.m. Green Hill Center for NC Art, 200 N. Davie St., GSO. 336-333-7460. greenhillcenter.org.

Sept. 13-22 Central Carolina Fair. The Central Carolina Fair will feature spectacular rides, carnival food and games, thousands of exhibits brought to you by local 4H groups, and family entertainment and attractions for all ages. $5 adults. Seniors and children under 10 are free.

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Greensboro Coliseum Parking Lot, 1921 W. Lee St., GSO. 336-373-7400. centralcarolinafair.com.

Sept. 17-21

ArtQuest Studio Project: Cartoon Madness.

Develop your own characters to create your own comic strip, or even start a graphic novel. $5/person; children under 1, free. TuesdaySaturday 12:30-5 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Sept. 20-22, 27-29 Day Out With Thomas. An amazing ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, plus tons of other activities. $22-$24. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. N.C. Transportation Museum, 411 S. Salisbury Ave., Spencer. nctrans.org.

Sept. 21-22

Winston-Salem Air Show. In addition to dynamic aviation displays, there will be fun events including musical acts, magic shows, jugglers and more. The ride-filled Children’s Village will delight younger children, and those who want to experience the thrill of flight can ride in a hot-air balloon or helicopter.

Smith Reynolds Airport, W-S. Visit website for ticket information and hours. Parking is free. wsairshow.com.

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calendar Animated at Green Hill Sept. 6-30

with these unique wooden blocks. All ages. Free.

3:30-5:30 p.m. Hemphill Branch Greensboro Public Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, GSO. 336-373-2925. greensborolibrary.org.

Let’s Move. This program is designed to give parents and their preschoolers a fun, safe place to play during the day. Activities will consist of bowling, jump rope, spider crawl, Simon Says, group dancing, bean bag toss and badminton. For more information go to highpointnc. gov/pr or call 336-883-3509. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Allen Jay Recreation Center, 1073 E. Springfield Road, HP. Mocha Moms. Mocha Moms is a support group for mothers of color who have chosen not to work full time outside the home to devote more time to their families and communities. Mocha Moms is an advocate for mothers and encourages the spirit of community and activism. Free. 9:30 a.m. Georgia E. Taylor Recreation Center, 471 W. Clemmonsville Road, W-S. 336-650-7695. mochamoms-winston.tripod.com.

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women and breastfeeding mothers are welcome for breastfeeding information and support. Babies and toddlers also welcome. Free. 10 a.m. Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 1046 Miller St., W-S. 336-462-5782. lllofnc.org.

The Kissing Hand Story Time and Craft. Free with paid museum admission. 2 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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Pregnancy Yoga. A one-hour class incorporating gentle and relaxing postures suitable for any fitness level or stage of pregnancy. Light refreshments provided after class on Wednesday nights, giving each woman an opportunity to meet other soon-to-be mothers. $12 for a single rate; can also purchase monthly passes at reduced rates. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Forsyth Medical Center: Maya Angelou Center Community Room 2 (first floor), 3333 Silas Creek Parkway, W-S. 336-414-5942. forsythmedicalcenter.org.

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Piedmont Wind Symphony Concert. Free with paid museum admission. 6 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Teen to Teen Theatre. Explores difficult issues that affect adolescents, through the creation and presentation of dramatic skits and workshops. Teens perform original and scripted works including plays, musicals and videos. Participants receive training in basic acting and character development, plus helpful information about community-based assistance and learning to make healthy life choices. For ages 13-19. Free.

7-8:45 p.m. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 336-570-6516. burlingtonNC.gov/ teen2teen.

Special Populations Bingo. Bingo is designed to offer those with developmental disabilities an opportunity to have fun playing and socializing. For all ages. Small cost for games and concessions. 7-8 p.m. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 336-222-5134.

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The Poetry Project. The Poetry Project is for teens 12-18 who have a love of words and expression. Join the fun by sharing your talents and making friends. Free. 5:30-7 p.m.

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

3 Tuesday

Special Populations Dance. Designed to offer those with developmental disabilities an opportunity to dance and socialize. For all ages (recommended for ages 16 and older). Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. 336-222-5134.

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4 Wednesday

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Mommy and Baby Yoga. Practicing yoga with baby is a wonderful way to enjoy his or her first year. This one-hour class helps new mothers regain flexibility, strength and confidence. Babies are incorporated into the yoga poses, and each class ends with a massage for baby. $12 for a single rate; can also purchase monthly passes at reduced rates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Forsyth Medical Center: Maya Angelou Center Community Room 2 (first floor), 3333 Silas Creek Parkway, W-S. 336-414-5942. forsythmedicalcenter.org.

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$2 First Friday Nights. Experience the fun for a reduced price. 5-8 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Cinema Under the Stars: “Airplane!” (1980), 88 minutes. Directed by Jim Abrahams, David Zucker and Jerry Zucker. Join the fun, just don’t eat the fish, don’t park in the red zone and don’t call me Shirley. $5 (cash only). 9 p.m. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. 336-758-5150. reynolda house.org.

East West BBQ Fest. This year promises to be bigger and better with several more of the nationally acclaimed pit masters including Solomon Williams of Carolina Rib King, winner of TLC’s “BBQ Pitmasters” Season 3 Episode 1 competition. Adults, $5; $3 with student ID and children, free. Sept. 6 and 7 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sept. 8 from noon to 5 p.m. Festival Park, 200 N. Davie St., GSO. eastwestbbqfest.com.

Flip Flop Kidz Swap. Sept. 5-6 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sept. 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (half-price sale) 1-4 p.m. ($1 day). Courtyard Marriott, 3141 Wilson Drive, Burlington.

336-324-9326. flipflopkidzswap.com.

Family Flick Friday (Kernersville). A free familyfriendly movie the first Friday of the month. Plenty of popcorn and drinks. All ages. Free. 4 p.m. Kernersville Library- Room 1 (lower level), 130 E. Mountain St., Kernersville. 336-703-2930. forsyth.cc/library.

Kapla Block Building. Create an awesome structure

Flip Flop Kidz Swap. See Sept. 5 listing.

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Bookmarks Festival of Books. Bookmarks brings writers and readers of all ages together as renowned authors, illustrators, storytellers and chefs share their work and insight through readings, presentations, panel discussions, workshops and book signings, kids’ activities, and more.

Visit the Piedmont Parent booth in Young Readers Central.

Fun for all ages. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Winston-Salem Fine Arts District, Sixth and Trade streets, W-S. 336-460-4722. bookmarksnc.org.

Flip Flop Beach Music Festival. The event features an all-star line-up including Swingin’ Medallions, The Tams, Eric and the Chill Tones, and The Craig Woolard Band. $15 (general admission lawn), $25 (reserved), $35 VIP. 3 p.m.

White Oak Amphitheater, GSO. greensborocoliseum.com.

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Festival for the Arts. A celebration of arts for your family. Musical entertainment, a children’s art area, food and unique local artwork for sale. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Grace Episcopal Church, 419 S. Main St., Lexington. 336-249-7211. artsacademyatgrace.org.

Groove Jam. Local music festival that is also a food drive and fun fundraiser. Bring nonperishable food items and monetary donations of any size to help support Greensboro Urban Ministry. Live music by The Groove, Swamp Nots, Gooseberry Jam, Midnight Sun, Sinai Mountain Ramblers and more. $5 at the gate. Coolers welcome. Camping, vendors, games, and food trucks onsite. 1 p.m.-1 a.m.

Doodad Farm, 4701 Land Road, GSO. 336-314-3336.

Tate Street Festival. Live music from Greensboro bands, arts and crafts, and more. Free. 1-7 p.m. 337 Tate St., GSO. liveoriginallocal.com.

Sept. 28 Black Walnut Festival. Join us for a day of food, live music and family fun in the Historic Town of Bethania. Historic Bethania, 5480 Bethania Road. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 336922-0434 townofbethania.org.

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calendar ArtQuest Studio Project: Cartoon Madness Sept. 17-21

To register, go to BrennerChildrens.org. For more information contact Cindy Caines at 336-716-7985 or ccaines@wakehealth.edu. Adults, $20; children 6-17, $10.

8 a.m.: registration open; 9 a.m.: walk begins; 11:30 a.m. bike races begin. WFU Bridger Field House, 499 Deacon Blvd., W-S. BrennerChildrens.org.

East West BBQ Fest. See Sept. 6 listing.

Flip Flop Kidz Swap. See Sept. 5 listing.

Friedberg Moravian Church’s Children’s Consignment Sale. See Sept. 6 listing.

Musikgarten. Enjoy a free family music program for babies and toddlers up to age 3. Register at gcmusikgarten@gmail.com. Free. 9:30-10 a.m. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Musikgarten Pre-Piano. Children ages 4-6 years are invited to participate in this pre-piano music class.

Register at gcmusikgarten@gmail.com. Free. 10:15-10:45 a.m. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Friday Night Live: Movie Edition. Tell your family and friends to come enjoy some popcorn and a movie. Bring blankets to get comfortable and leave the cleanup to us.

Register today. For more information go to highpointnc. gov/pr or call 336-883-3407. $1 per person or $3 per family. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Deep River Recreation Center, 1529 Skeet Club Road, HP.

7 Saturday

All-a-Flutter Family Fun Day. Visit a real working butterfly farm. Your visit begins with a fun, fast-paced skit using kids from the audience. You will learn about the life cycle of a monarch butterfly and much more.

Adults, $6; children and seniors, $5. Cash and checks only.

Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. All-a-Flutter Butterfly Farm, 7850 Clinard Farms Road, HP. 336-454-5651. all-aflutter.com.

Friedberg Moravian Church’s Children’s Consignment Sale. For more information email friedbergmops@yahoo.com. Sept. 6 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Sept. 7 from 8 to 10:45 a.m., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (halfprice sale). Friedberg Moravian Church, 2178 Friedberg Church Road, W-S.

Auditions for “The Wizard of Oz.” CTG is looking for a large cast of adults, teens and children (ages 5 and older), all types, ages and ethnicities for its 19th annual production. Come with a prepared song, sheet music or karaoke CD (music only; no one singing on the CD).

CTG believes in nontraditional casting and encourages everyone to come out. Visit website for more information.

Ages 5-12: Sept. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon and Sept. 8 from 2 to 4 p.m.; Adults and teens: Sept. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. and Sept. 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. CTG Studios, Greensboro Cultural Center, Greensboro Cultural Center,, 200 N. Davie St. 336333-7470. ctgso.org.

La Leche League of Greensboro Monthly Meeting.

Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers are welcome for breastfeeding information and support.

Babies and toddlers are also welcome. Free. 10 a.m.

Leonard Recreational Center, 6324 Ballinger Road, GSO. lllofnc.org.

Parents Night Out at Green Hill Center. ArtQuest will be open from 6 to 8 p.m. for parents to drop off the kids while they enjoy First Friday at Green Hill Center. Cost is $10 per child. Reservations are required. Green Hill Center for NC Art, 200 N. Davie St., GSO. 336-333-7460. greenhillcenter.org.

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

10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 336-885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

Brenner FIT Challenge. The day includes a 2.5-mile walk with 10 physical and educational challenges to accomplish on the course, a pro-am bike race and fun-filled activities. Proceeds benefit the Brenner FIT Families in Training Program, which is a family-centered, evidence-based approach to weight management.

St Paul’s Kids Consignment Sale. Sept. 6 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sept. 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (half-price sale).

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 2715 Horsepen Creek Road, GSO. 336-294-4696, ext. 250. saintpaulskidssale. com.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. Join dynamic leaders from the community as they conduct a story hour every Saturday. After the stories, children will complete a make-and-take arts activity. For ages 5-12.

Does not include museum admission. Adults, $6; ages 6-12, $4; under 6, free. 11 a.m. International Civil Rights Center and Museum, 134 S. Elm St., GSO. 336-274-9199. sitinmovement.org.

Saturday Movie Matinee at Central Library: “Pocahontas.” 81 minutes. Rated G. Free. 2-3 p.m.

Central Library, 219 N. Church St., GSO. greensborolibrary. org.

Silly Saturday: Proper Fancy Pantsie Day. It’s time to get silly and fancy for this Silly Saturday at the Greensboro Children’s Museum. Sit in on a silly etiquette class, join nonsense tea time and make some fancy pants.

Dance your fancy feet during ballroom dancing sessions and take time to smell the roses in the Edible Schoolyard.

Grab your bow tie and ball gown and join for a fancypantsy time. Free with paid museum admission. 10 a.m.4 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

St Paul’s Kids Consignment Sale. See Sept. 6 listing.

Summer on Trade. On Saturdays through Sept. 7. Concert in the streets and parks downtown. Relaxed and safe atmosphere. Locations also serve to showcase the architecture, shops, restaurants and galleries unique to Downtown Winston-Salem. Free. 7-10 p.m. Sixth and Trade streets in the Arts District, W-S. dwsp.org.

Summer Saturdays at Caldwell. If you haven’t been to the beautiful Tanger Family Bicentennial Park this year to take in the sculptures, exotic plants and streamlined paths, here’s another reason to visit. Every Saturday through Sept. 21 from noon to 3 p.m., the Greensboro

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calendar Historical Museum will be offering “Summer Saturdays” for families and kids of all ages. David and Rachel Caldwell Historical Center, 3211 W. Cornwallis Drive, GSO. 336-373-2043. greensborohistory.org.

Twin City Mothers of Multiples Clothing Sale. 7 a.m.-noon.

Parkway Presbyterian Church, 1000 Yorkshire Road, W-S. 336-761-1291. tcmoms.org.

Waterford Children’s Clothing Sale. Cash-only event. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Old Clemmons School Gym, 6000 Stadium Drive, Clemmons. waterfordclothingsale.com.

8 Sunday

grandparents day

Auditions for “The Wizard of Oz.” See Sept. 7 listing.

East West BBQ Fest. See Sept. 6 listing.

Flip Flop Kidz Swap. See Sept. 5 listing.

Grandparents Day at Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem.

All grandparents receive free admission and $10 off a Grandparent Membership. Children’s Museum of W-S, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Grandparents Day Cooking Class at GCM. Celebrate Grandparents’ Day in the Edible Schoolyard Kitchen. Learn how to roll out pie dough and make tasty apple hand pies. For ages 5+ with a grandparent.

Registration required. Registration required. Free. 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

9 Monday

Auditions for “The Wizard of Oz.” See Sept. 7 listing.

Busy Bees Picnic in the Park. Bring your own picnic and help kick off Busy Bees for the Year. For Greensboro Children’s Museum members only. This program is best suited for preschool-aged children (12 months-4 years) and their caregivers. Dance, sing, create, explore and discover the world in which we live. GCM’s educational play program offers fun activities parents can do together with their children focusing on music and movement, children’s literature, arts and crafts, and the ESY. Hive Time begins the morning with music, movement and the parachute. Buzz on over to the Edible Schoolyard afterward for garden time and then fly into Creation Station for a craft. 10-11 a.m.

Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Teen to Teen Theatre. See Sept. 2 listing.

The Poetry Project. See Sept. 4 listing.

Children’s Theatre of Winston-Salem Teacher From the Black Lagoon & Other Story Books Friday, October 4 @ 10 am & noon

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10 Tuesday

Calligraphy for Kids & Teens. Learn the art of calligraphy in this workshop sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Great for homeschoolers. For more information call 336-703-2940. Free. 3:304:30 p.m. Lewisville Branch Library, 6940 Shallowford Road, Lewisville. forsyth.cc/library/Lewisville.

Mary Time Music. A bonding experience filled with joyful songs, percussion and parachute play, chants, and lap rides. Your child will learn basics like fast and slow, loud and soft, and high and low. Free with paid museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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calendar Monkey Time. Stories, finger plays and short movies for ages 1-5 at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Repeats at 1:30 p.m. for ages 3-5. Free. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Special Populations Dance. See Sept. 3 listing.

Teen Talk. For teens in grades 9-12. Meet the new teen programmer and discuss events and movies you want to see at your library. Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Central Library, 219 N. Church St., GSO. greensborolibrary.org.

Special Populations Bingo. See Sept. 4 listing.

The Kissing Hand Storytime & Craft. See Sept. 1 listing.

The Poetry Project. See Sept. 4 listing.

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12 Thursday

Bethabara Concert Band and Family Evening. Enjoy evenings outdoors with the Bethabara Concert Band.

Bring the family, a blanket and picnic dinner. Enjoy hay wagon rides, children’s games, ice cream, Dino’s New York hot dogs and wonderful music from all eras by the band. Free. 5:30-8 p.m. Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road, W-S. 336-924-8191. bethabarapark.org.

11 Wednesday

Deadly Sins: A Sword Play. Fourteen scenes of mortal combat using a range of weapons, tactics and tricks. An evening of stage combat that’s part theater, part dance, part spectacle, part survival. Appropriate for all ages. 7 p.m. The Gerald Freedman Theatre, Performance Place, UNCSA, 1533 S. Main St., W-S. 336-721-1945. uncsa.edu.

Covenant’s Kids Consignment Sale. Sept. 12 from 5 to 9 p.m.; Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (free limited child care 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.); Sept. 14 from 8 a.m. to noon (half-price sale). Covenant Church United Methodist, 1526 Skeet Club Road, HP. 336-841-3242. covenantconsign.com.

History in a Cup: A Special Day for Homeschooled Families. Join in the fun and look at the wonderful history behind coffee, tea and chocolate in Salem.

Taste, smell and explore the 18th century in a new way.

Registration required. $8 ages 4-18; under 4 are free); $14 per adult. Reservations must be made by Sept. 5 for the discounted price. 9:30-4:30 p.m. Old Salem, 600 S. Main St., W-S. 336-721-7300. oldsalem.org.

Deadly Sins: A Sword Play. See Sept. 11 listing.

Kapla Block Building. See Sept. 5 listing.

$4 Fun Friday Nights. Explore the Greensboro Children’s Museum with the family when admission is discounted to $4 per person. $4. 5-8 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Bethlehem Angels Preschool Consignment Sale.

Sept. 13 from 7 to 8 p.m.; Sept. 14 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (half-price sale noon-1 p.m.). Bethlehem UMC (Family Life Center), 321 Redland Road, Advance. 336-998-6820.

Christ UMC Kids Konsignment Sale. Sept. 13 from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sept. 14 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (half-price sale). Christ United Methodist Church, 410 N. Holden Road, GSO. 336-299-1571. christgreensboro.org/ kidskonsignmentsale.

Let’s Move. See Sept. 5 listing.

Covenant’s Kids Consignment Sale. See Sept. 12 listing.

Mocha Moms. See Sept. 5 listing.

First Kids Consignment Sale. Sept. 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sept. 14 from 7:30 a.m. to noon (half-price sale).

First Presbyterian Church, 617 N. Elm St., GSO. 336-3730445. fpcgreensboro.org/learn/first-kids-consignmentsale.

Mommy and Baby Yoga. See Sept. 5 listing.

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

Pregnancy Yoga. See Sept. 4 listing.

more that will allow them to discover their world. Free with paid museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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calendar Give Back Craft. Make a craft for yourself and one for a child in need as we partner with Next Step Ministries as part of this year’s On the Same Page community reading program. For ages 11 and under. Registration is required. For more information or to register call 336703-2930. We will also be taking donations for Next Step at this program. Stay tuned for a list of desired items.

Free. 4:30 p.m. Kernersville Library, 130 E. Mountain St., Kernersville. 336-703-2930. forsyth.cc/library.

Krafty Kids ‘Fantastic Fall’ at Deep River Recreation Center Sept. 28

History in a Cup: A Special Day for Homeschooled Families. See Sept. 11 listing.

Small Fry Friday. Enjoy story time with your preschoolers and create a fun craft. Free with paid museum admission.

Friday 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseum ofws.org.

14 Saturday

All-a-Flutter Family Fun Day. See Sept. 7 listing.

An Apple a Day in the Historical Park. Learn more about this staple fruit of the Early American period.

Special craft and apple preservation demonstration. All ages welcome. Drop-in. Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 336-885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

Floyd: The Best of Echoes; 10:30 p.m. Modern Hard Rock.

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 336-767-6730. sciworks.org.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Sept. 7 listing.

Bethlehem Angels Preschool Consignment Sale.

See Sept. 13 listing.

Saturday Movie Matinee at Central Library: “Alvin and the Chipmunks: Batmunk.” Preschoolers.

Free. 2-3 p.m. Central Library, 219 N. Church St., GSO. greensborolibrary.org.

Christ UMC Kids Konsignment Sale. See Sept. 13 listing.

Clifford Visits GCM. Clifford visits GCM. Join for special appearances and activities. Free with paid museum admission. 1-4 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Summer Saturdays at Caldwell. See Sept. 7 listing.

Woods of Terror Zombie Mud Run. Runners and adventure racers can expect to step into zombieinfested mud and encounter intense boggy grounds and punishing obstacles while navigating a 5K course.

Those not among the living can participate as a zombie.

Outbreaks will start at 9 a.m. and continue every 30 minutes until 2:30 p.m. Woods of Terror, 5601 N. Church St., GSO. Visit website for registration and more information. woodsofterrorzombiemudrun.com.

Covenant’s Kids Consignment Sale. See Sept. 12 listing.

Fiesta. Presented by The Hispanic League. Celebrate diversity within our Hispanic community with Latin food, music, arts and crafts, dancing, children’s area, and more.

Free. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Winston Square Park, Fourth and Poplar streets, W-S. hispanicleague.org.

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First Kids Consignment Sale. See Sept. 13 listing.

Great Apes. Discover the amazing lives of gorillas and chimpanzees. Admission is $12 for adults; $8 for children 2-12; $10 for seniors 62+ and college students. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. North Carolina Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro.

800-488-0444. nczoo.org.

Great Apes. See Sept. 14 listing.

Olivia Saves the Circus Story Time and Craft. Free with museum admission. 2 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Play With Paint in the Art Studio. Free with museum admission. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

16 Monday

Busy Bees. See Sept. 9 listing.

Garden Soiree. For members only. Join under the barn for a summer garden party. Paint flower pots, make see bombs and enjoy summer treats. Bring a friend for free. For all ages with a caregiver. Free. 3:30-5 p.m.

Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO.

Rock Laser Shows. Enjoy one show for $6 or see two or more shows for $5/person per show. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. No advance sales. (Exhibit galleries and outdoor parks will be closed.). 7 p.m. The Beatles; 8 p.m.

Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon; 9:15 p.m. Pink

336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Teen to Teen Theatre. See Sept. 2 listing.

The Poetry Project. See Sept. 4 listing.

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Caterpillar Story Time. Paint with your toes. Free with museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Cowboys, Cowgirls, Vaqueros, Vaqueras. Stories, finger plays and short movies for ages 1-5 at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Repeats at 1:30 p.m. for ages 3-5. Free. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

La Leche League of Kernersville. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers are welcome for information and support. Babies and toddlers also welcome. Free. 7 p.m. Fountain of Life Lutheran Church, 323 Hopkins Road, Kernersville. lllofnc.org.

National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month at Morehead Recreation Center. Learn ways for children to maintain a healthy life style and make the right food choices. A certified dietitian from the Think Fit Organization of Greensboro will be the speaker. For more information go to highpointnc.gov/pr or call 336-8833506. Free. 5-6:30 p.m. Morehead Recreation Center, 101 Price St., HP. Science Cafe. Science Cafes are free informal talks sponsored by SciWorks and Reynolda Gardens that offer participants a chance to hear from a regional scientist about the latest developments in research and innovation. Check the SciWorks website for specific program details. 7 p.m. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 336-767-6730. sciworks.org.

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calendar Special Populations Dance. See Sept. 3 listing.

stars and our universe at these free meetings held the third Friday of the month. Open to the public. Visit greensboroastronomyclub.org for more info. GAC membership is open to anyone and yearly dues are $20 for a family. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Greensboro Science Center, 4301 Lawndale Drive, GSO. 336-288-3769. natsci.org.

Wii Time for Teens. Grab a friend and come play Wii. Snacks provided. For ages 10 to 18. Free. 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Kernersville Library, 130 E. Mountain St., Kernersville.

336-703-2930. forsyth.cc/library.

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21 Saturday

All-a-Flutter Family Fun Day. See Sept. 7 listing.

Apple Fest. Come enjoy apples, crafts, music, food, Hogway Speedway: The Official Racing Pigs, games for children and more. 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road, W-S. 336-9248191. cityofws.org.

Kapla Block Building. See Sept. 5 listing.

Cowboys, Cowgirls, Vaqueros, Vaqueras. See Sept. 17 listing.

Let’s Move. See Sept. 5 listing.

Pregnancy Yoga. See Sept. 4 listing.

Mocha Moms. See Sept. 5 listing.

Special Populations Bingo. See Sept. 4 listing.

Mommy and Baby Yoga. See Sept. 5 listing.

The Poetry Project. See Sept. 4 listing.

Preschool Discovery. See Sept. 12 listing.

Winnie the Pooh Party. Color a Winnie the Pooh mask, create a piglet paper-bag puppet, listen to a story time and more. Enjoy a snack with veggies from Rabbit’s garden and a Tigger cookie. Registration required: $8/ member-child (one free adult); $14/nonmember child (one free adult). Museum admission included. Each additional adult is $3; museum admission not included.

10-11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumof ws.org.

Small Fry Friday. See Sept. 13 listing.

Cooking Together: The Healthy Lunchbox. A Whole Foods cooking class at the Edible Schoolyard. Get ready for back to school with one of the most popular classes.

Bring your school-aged kids to learn creative ways to pack a healthy lunch that they’ll love. 5 years and up with a parent. Registration required. Cost: $35 per parent with child; $8 for each additional child. 1-2:30 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

Zoosical! A Children’s Concert. The Music Academy of North Carolina presents Zoosical. Features the best of classical music based on animals. You’ll hear everything from lions roaring in Saint-Saen’s “Carnival of the Animals” to butterflies fluttering in Grieg’s Lyric Pieces.

Come dressed as your favorite animal and be ready to dance, sing, meow and cock-a-doodle-doo. $5. Music Academy of NC, 1327 Beaman Place, GSO. 336-691-0672. musicacademync.org.

Day in the Park at City Lake Park. Sponsored by the High Point Area Arts Council and its partners in cooperation with High Point Parks and Recreation.

Features two stages of entertainment, Marketplace Bazaar, food, rides, Children’s Adventure Island, and arts and crafts. For more information contact The High Point Arts Council at highpointarts.org or 336-889-2787. Free.

11 a.m.-5 p.m. High Point City Lake Park, 602 W. Main St., Jamestown.

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$4 Fun Friday Nights. See Sept. 13 listing.

19 Thursday

Greensboro Astronomy Club meeting at Greensboro Science Center. Learn about the

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The Alamance County Arts Council presents

NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOLS & YOU: What Changes in Our Schools Mean for Parents & Students THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 AT 10 PM ON UNC-TV Produced in collaboration with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

PBS and More for All North Carolina www.unctv.org

It’s a Great Day EVERY DAY! AT THE DAY SCHOOL,

boundless opportunities await students to discover and develop their unique talents.

One of CNN’s top 10 ‘Global Must See Exhibitions’

August September October 2013 The Captain White House 213 S. Main Street Graham NC, 27253 336 226 4495 Yellow by artist Nathan Sawaya

This exhibit is offered free and is open to the public through generous community gifts

artsalamance.com 336.288.8590 • www.greensboroday.org

Hours: Mon - Sat, 9-5 pm | Sun, 1-5 pm

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calendar Rock Laser Shows. See Sept. 14 listing.

about monarch life cycle, migration and research at 1:30 p.m., and then people who adopted butterflies will receive their tagged monarch in preparation for the mass release. The public is invited. Note: The release may be postponed in the event of rain or high heat. Call the day before if weather is questionable. 1:30 p.m. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. 336-767-6730. sciworks.org.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Sept. 7 listing.

Saturday Movie Matinee at Central Library: “Brother Bear.” 85 minutes. Rated G. Preschoolers.

Free. 2-3 p.m. Central Library, 219 N. Church St., GSO. greensborolibrary.org.

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Summer Saturdays at Caldwell. See Sept. 7 listing.

Busy Bees. See Sept. 16 listing.

Walking Tour of Washington Street. Tour begins at Changing Tides Cultural Center, 613 Washington St. Local Historian Glenn Chavis will offer a guided walking tour of historic Washington Street, a thriving business and entertainment district for High Point’s black community during segregation. The tour, lasting about 90 minutes, is limited to 20 people, so you must call to reserve a spot. Call the museum to register. Free. 9 a.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 336-885-1859. highpointmuseum.org.

Simply Circle. A community-based circle-time program led by a speech-language pathologist that offers ageappropriate and language-based songs and activities for children ages 2-5 of all ability levels. Accommodations will be made to include all children and their unique needs and abilities. Registration required for the fourweek series (Sept. 23 and 30 and Oct. 7 and 14). $32/ member-child, $40/nonmember-child. Monday 10:30 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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Teen to Teen Theatre. See Sept. 2 listing.

Family Fun Sunday at Four Seasons Town Centre.

Four Seasons Town Centre presents Family Fun Sunday on the fourth Sunday of every month. 3-5 p.m. Center Court at Four Seasons Town Centre, 410 Four Seasons Town Centre, GSO. 336-292-0171. shopfourseasons.com.

The Poetry Project. See Sept. 4 listing.

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Angel Bear Yoga: Johnny Appleseed Adventure.

Join Angel Bear on a fall adventure. Read the book “Johnny Appleseed Goes a Planting” and celebrate the

Mass Butterfly Release at SciWorks. Join for the culmination of our Adopt-a-Butterfly event. A program

life of Johnny Appleseed. Learn the important character traits of perseverance and caring for our Earth as we do apple tree poses. Meet a special furry friend, too.

Free with paid museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Hello, Bear. Stories, finger plays and short movies for ages 1-5 at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Repeats at 1:30 p.m. for ages 3-5. Free. Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, 1420 Price Park Road, GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Special Populations Dance. See Sept. 3 listing.

Stay and Play. For Greensboro Children’s Museum members only. Members get the museum to themselves.

Come and play. Bring a friend for free. For all ages with a caregiver. Free. 5-7 p.m. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. 336-574-2898. gcmuseum.com.

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Arts Alive. Visit Old Salem for a day of hands-on artsbased activities and demonstrations throughout the historic town of Salem. Registration required. Please call 800-441-5305 to make a reservation for your class.

Admission is $9 per student and $18 per adult (Old Salem pays for one adult per 12 students). 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Old Salem Museums & Gardens, 900 Old Salem Road, W-S. 800-441-5305. oldsalem.org.

Hello, Bear. See Sept. 24 listing.

The education you’ve been looking for!

18 months-6th grade

wsmontessori.org The Montessori School -- Teaching the whole child 6050 Holder Road, Clemmons, NC 27012 • 336.766.5550

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Lutheran LutheranSchool School

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calendar | business directory Pregnancy Yoga. See Sept. 4 listing.

Special Populations Bingo. See Sept. 4 listing.

The Poetry Project. See Sept. 4 listing.

Wiggly Worm Wednesday. Explore worm habitats, feel their skin, watch them squirm and even read them a story. Free with paid museum admission. 11 a.m.

Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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Kapla Block Building. See Sept. 5 listing.

Let’s Move. See Sept. 5 listing.

Mocha Moms. See Sept. 5 listing.

Mommy and Baby Yoga. See Sept. 5 listing.

Preschool Discovery. See Sept. 12 listing.

Video Game Tournament. If you like gaming, pit your skills against others and see who is the victor.

Each month features a different video game for the Wii or PlayStation 2. It’s a double-elimination tournament, so each participant gets at least two plays. The winner gets a prize. This program is for youth in grades 6-12, and is free and open to the public. For more information contact Teen Central at 703-3080.

Free. 4:30-5:30 p.m. Central Library, 660 W. Fifth St., W-S. forsyth.cc.

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preschools Art Explosion. Free with paid museum admission. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseum ofws.org.

Korner’s Folly Family Revue Puppet Show. On the fourth Saturday of every month, join the Korner’s Folly Family Revue Puppet Show. Kids and their families will love learning about Jule Korner and his eccentric house through music and puppetry. The puppet show is followed by a make-and-take sock-puppet craft. Great for children of all ages. Puppet show tickets are $2 per person, or free when purchasing regular tour admission on the same day. 10:30 a.m. Korner’s Folly, 413 S. Main St., Kernersville. 336-996-7922. kornersfolly.org.

Krafty Kids “Fantastic Fall” at Deep River Recreation Center. Participants ages 3-5 will create an autumn wreath with their parents by making leaf imprints and using household items. Supplies will be provided. Pre-registration is required. For more information go to highpointnc.gov/pr or call 336-8833407. $3 per person. Deadline for enrollment is Sept. 21.

11 a.m.-noon. Deep River Recreation Center, 1529 Skeet Club Road, HP. Preparing for Winter in the Historical Park.

Discover how early Americans prepared their households for winter. Participate in seasonal tasks with our historical interpreters. All ages welcome.

Drop-in. Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. 336-885-1859. highpointmuseum. org.

$4 Fun Friday Nights. See Sept. 13 listing.

Rock Laser Shows. See Sept. 14 listing.

Author Story Time. “Robinette Builds Her Nest” by Anna Hence. Book available for purchase. Free with paid museum admission. 11 a.m. Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Sept. 7 listing.

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Design You Own Crown. Free with paid museum admission. 2 p.m. Children’s Museum of WinstonSalem, 390 S. Liberty St., W-S. 336-723-9111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

Storybook Soiree. An evening of merriment to support the Children’s Museum. Enjoy artisan cocktails, gourmet small plates, live entertainment and inspired auctions. Tickets are $75 each. 7 p.m. Wake Forest Biotech Place, 575 N. Patterson Ave., W-S. 336-7239111. childrensmuseumofws.org.

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Teen to Teen Theatre. See Sept. 2 listing.

3rd Annual Free Family Charity Family Movie Night @ BB&T Ballpark. Will benefit Brenner Children’s Hospital and is sponsored by Nature’s Select.

Gates open 6:30 p.m.; movie premieres 7:30 p.m. This year’s movie will be “EPIC.” Be sure to come early for games, prizes, Zumbatonic, Bolt and more. Bring one new toy per person as entry to the ballpark. 6:30-10:30 p.m. BB&T Ballpark, 951 Ballpark Way, W-S. 336-7687999.

A Preschool Enriched in the Cultural Arts

5 days per week • 2-5 years old Lunch bunch until 2 • Call for a tour jaime@artsandbasics.com • 655-9536

Ardmore United Methodist Church Through-the-Week-School 2013 Fall/Winter Clothing, Toy Exchange & Bake Sale $ $ Sept. 25-27, 9:15am-12:45pm Half Price Days: Thursday 5-7pm and Friday 9:15-10:30am 630 South Hawthorne Rd. 722-8430

churches & temples

Looking for a church?

Kick off your season with us and score a touchdown.

Peace United Church of Christ A progressive Christian denomination New pastor, new direction • Service at 10:45 am Sunday School Kickoff, Sept. 8, 9:45 am

All ages, grades K-Adult Confirmation class, ages 13-16 Youth classes, grades K-6th • Nursery available Adult classes and book series featuring Marcus Borg

God loves everyone, no exceptions!

2714 West Market St., GSO | 336-299-8663 | PeaceUCC.com

parties

Busy Bees. See Sept. 13 listing.

Simply Circle. See Sept. 23 listing.

The Poetry Project. See Sept. 4 listing.

Calendar compiled by Eleanor-Scott Davis Send your organization’s events to calendar@piedmontparent.com.

The deadline is the 1st of the preceding month.

For more events, including story times, visit our website at piedmontparent.com.

All-a-Flutter Family Fun Day. See Sept. 7 listing.

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hands-on science After -scho club ol partie s, birthda y s, sta g e sho summ ws, e r ca works hops, mps, c o r p event s, sc orate and m outs ore!

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The Ugly Duckling and the Swan Allee Elizabeth Davis Age 5

Is your child a master with a paintbrush?

We’re seeking children’s original artwork for the December 2013 edition of Piedmont Palette. For consideration, please send a high-resolution scan (at least 300 dpi) to editor@piedmontparent.com, or mail submissions to Piedmont Parent, PO Box 530, King, NC 27021. Mailed submissions should not be larger than 8.5 x 11 inches, and any artistic medium (paint, crayons, markers, chalk, etc.) will be considered.

The deadline is the first of the preceding month. Questions? Call 336-983-4789.

PARENTS

Spring into Kindergarten!

TIME: 9 am-Noon DATE: Saturday, Sept. 28 PLACE: The Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem

TAKE YOUR SHOT

Space is limited. Register at ImprintsForFamilies.org/Spring.

PRE-K & CHILDCARE TEACHERS & DIRECTORS

FALL SpORTS AT THE Y EnROLL TOdAY!

Getting to the Core of the

Common Core Curriculum TIME: 8 am-1:30 pm

YMCA of Greensboro offers a variety of Fall sports at our branches including soccer, baseball, t-ball, girls volleyball, and flag football.

DATE: Saturday, Oct. 19 PLACE: Knollwood Baptist Church Space is limited. Register at ImprintsForFamilies.org/CommonCore.

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