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know that for many June is time for gardening, planning vacations, pool parties, camps and day trips. But for many families it’s a month of preparing for one of your children (okay, young adult) with a transition from living at home to preparing to live away at college. You may be asking yourself, “Have I taught him enough?” or “Is she prepared to leave home?” I felt the same way when my now, going to be a senior, son left for college. However, I knew he was prepared, because he had a great role model - his father. What was his father to him? Available! His father was there for him; encouraging him, challenging him, embracing him and loving him. His dad supported all his interests with great fervor and admiration. He coached, he spent long hours with him on the golf course, he taught him to understand reason in difficult situations. Especially, with all the decisions of college preparation! He allowed the challenging of ideas, wants and demands offered from our son, and guided him to resolution and finally a commitment. Now that our son has matured and has his faith and a strong sense of reason to help him when faced with challenges, my husband is now setting a good foundation for our high-school daughter. He is available, supportive, encouraging, and understands that a father has the opportunity to demonstrate to his daughter how a godly man treats a woman, setting the standard for her future relationships with men. He may spoil her a bit, just to set the bar high for future boyfriends. Ultimately, a young woman’s relationship with her father has a significant impact on her view of men, her view of God and her view of herself. But I can assure you that “A mother’s love is endless and our work is never done!” A big thank you to my husband, for being a great role-model for his son and daughter. The best thing a father can do for their children is to show love and commitment to their mothers.

Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord. — Ephesians 6:4

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Mom doesn’t always like it, but the kids love it.

And, come to find out, it’s actually good for them. Recent research claims that rough-housing “makes kids smart, emotionally intelligent, lovable and likeable, ethical, physically fit, and joyful.” How so? Rough-housing makes kids more resilient and rewires the brain for learning. It also builds “social intelligence” as they learn the difference between play and actual aggression. It teaches taking turns and the appropriate use of strength and power. Plus, it promotes an active lifestyle and creates a strong father-child bond. Hey, and don’t forget the girls – it’s good for them too.

TAKE ME TO CHURCH According to a report from Gallup, people who go to church (or mosque or synagogue) regularly are happier than those who don’t. Interestingly, it’s not just the worshipping that makes them happy; it’s the socializing with their fellow congregants. Apparently, close church friendships are more satisfying than friendships elsewhere. Sharing a bond over meaningful beliefs helps boost well-being. See you on Sunday!

Looking for an AMPEDUP experience? Ride a scenic tram to America’s only Mountain-top Theme Park. Incredible thrill rides and family attractions all perched on the edge of Glenwood Canyon, 1300’ above the Colorado River. Amazing cave tours, rated among the ‘Top 10 Cave Tours in the USA’. Mountaintop restaurant and more. Purchase in advance online and get it all for one low price. GlenwoodCaverns.com

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Men are typically meat-eaters and believe that more protein equals more muscle mass. However, that’s not the case unless exercise is involved. Hey, it’s not the steak that’s unhealthy; it’s the portion size and skipping the whole grains and vegetables. In addition, excessive meat eating is linked to heart disease and colorectal cancer in men. Salmon with a side of spinach and couscous anyone? Say yes, at least 2 times per week.

Eye to Eye Eye contact is important for bonding with children. It also stimulates brain development. Unfortunately, children aren’t getting much eye contact these days because they and their parents may spend too much time locked onto screens. Face to face interaction, as well as touch and observing body language, help children learn to regulate emotion and develop a sense of self. Remember that the next time you just have to check Facebook.

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Christina, mom and wife Q. How can I encourage my husband (36 years old) to get regular check-ups. He has never been to a doctor! A. Good question. It’s typical for men around the age of 35 years to start getting certain screenings, including cholesterol tests. For healthy men with no health problems (or family history of male problems), a simple blood pressure screening every two years, and a cholesterol test every 5 years is sufficient. Let your hubby know that a prostate exam is not a required part of a routine physical. Typically it’s required only if there is a family history of prostate cancer. That could be the reason he is not interested!

Jackie, mom of 3 Q. I keep hearing and reading about summer learning loss. What exactly does this mean? My children are readers, does that count? A. This is a very hot topic and there are statistics. You, however, have readers at home and this puts your kids in less danger of summer learning loss. Studies show that reading four to five books over the summer has a positive impact and it’s actually comparable to summer school enrollment. Of course losing academic knowledge during summer is not the only loss – physical fitness levels also take a hit. Get those kids active daily, all summer; this will help them to stay at their best mental form, as physical health is known to enhance academic performance.

Concerned reader Q. I’m not sure if everyone knows the ABC’s of skin cancer? A. You are right! Let me help with that. To keep you protected, it’s recommended to know the possible signs of skin cancer. If you find a mole, look for - *Asymmetry: Half of the mole is different than the other half. *Border: Edges are notched, uneven or blurred. *Color: The mole is uneven in color, or has shades of brown, tan and black. *Diameter: Diameter is greater than 6 mm, or the size of a pencil eraser. *Elevation and evolution: The mole is raised or changes over time. Mary Ellen | Editor and Registered Dietitian

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My son, home from college, is looking for a job, but does not want to be here in the metroplex areas. Any suggestions? A. So you have a young adult with possible wanderlust! This actually is a good thing, so embrace it. You might want to have him do a “Unique Summer Jobs for College Students” search. Hey, check into fishing jobs. Alaska might be a location that is impressive to him. If he likes fishing, there are summer fishing jobs and deckhand jobs available. He would most likely be working on a salmon fishing boat. However, there are other fisheries that are in operation during the summer months. Salmon, of course, is king during the summer in Alaska. www.AlaskaJobFinder.com

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THE GRILL For the Master of the Grill, Grillbot is a handy device that will make his favorite hobby even more enjoyable. The Grillbot allows users to clean their grill from their smartphone, with just a push of a button. Now Dad can get back to the fun while the Grillbot does all the work. $119.95 and up,

Let dad relax like a lazy bum on his own Lamzac Air Sofa! What does lounging on an air couch feel like? It’s pretty great, unsurprisingly! And the best is part is that it sets up in less than 15 seconds whether you’re at the beach, while you camp, at home, next to the pool, even with a friend. “Lamzac” is Dutch for “lazy bum.” We get the lazy part of lounging, but it’s also a minimalist solution that helps you to get comfortable wherever you go. We found it at www.thegrommet. com, $59.

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Show dad some love with Rollerblade inline skates! A fun and healthy way to exercise and enjoy the outdoors. Rollerblade has models that are perfect for gifting dad, like the Macroblade 80 ABT, plus styles for women and

children too! And those new to the sport need not worry, as the brand’s new Active Brake Technology makes stopping even easier and safer than ever before. $169.99, www. dickssportinggoods.com

3 The Gentleman’s Box

A gift that keeps on giving, with each month a new box is delivered to your dad’s doorstep, with 4-5 curated grooming, style and fashion essentials, centered-around the modern day gentleman. For just $25 a month, your dad will receive over $100 worth of products, including: a tie or pair of fashion-forward socks; a wallet, pocket square, bracelet, journal or leather shoe horn; and, a grooming product, such as a razor, cologne or talc, that he may never buy, but now will be forced to try. Gentleman’s Box, $25, www.gentlemansbox.com

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Older Kids Need Well Exams, Too A COMMUNITY HEALTH ADVERTORIAL FROM

hen a baby is a brand new bundle of joy, a parent never hesitates to visit the doctor. You understand that it’s important that your child receives the best medical attention to get a great start in life. But something happens as kids get older. Parents become more comfortable in their role, the kids seem happy and healthy, and parents may slip into the habit of skipping annual well checks. Not so fast! The problem with older kids forgoing well exams is that they miss important and sometimes life-saving screenings. Well exams are more than just stepping on the scale and catching up on missing vaccines. These exams serve as a comprehensive checkup in which practitioners review a child’s physical, nutritional, developmental, educational, and psychological well-being. If your child plays school sports, you’re already aware that well exams include a physical examination so that healthcare professionals can certify that your child is healthy enough to participate. However, well checks go much deeper than that: did you realize that well checks also include developmental screening, nutritional counseling, vision and hearing screening, school counseling, and even parenting advice for you?

Some of the most common disorders that are screened include hypothyroidism and high cholesterol. Parents typically aren’t worried about these things, yet since these conditions don’t always have any physical manifestations they can silently impair your child’s health for years before they are discovered. Psychological health is an integral component of overall well-being, and through screenings your child’s doctor can help identify and support you and your family in treating potentially debilitating conditions. Healthcare providers can help initiate conversations with your child, recommend treatments, and help you find specialized mental health professionals should there be a need. Well exams may also include anemia screens, evaluation of puberty onset, conducting hearing and vision tests…it’s a long list, but the potential benefits to your child make it worth an annual well exam. And just in case you aren’t completely convinced, we have some great news: a yearly well child exam may be covered by your insurance with no copay. So what are you waiting for? Schedule your child’s next well exam today, and rest easy knowing that you’re setting them up for a healthy tomorrow.

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summer reads “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” — Margaret Fuller

The Illustrated ART of MANLINESS Tender at the Bone

Ruth Reichl discovered that food could be a way of making sense of the world. Her deliciously crafted memoir,Tender at the Bone, is the story of a life determined, enhanced, and defined in equal measure by a passion for food, unforgettable people, and the love of tales well told. A good summer read spiced with Reichl’s infectious humor and sprinkled with her favorite recipes. Ruth Reichl Ages: Young Adults and up

52 Things Kids Need From A Dad

You spend a lot of time with your kids, but do you know what they really need? Offering straightforward advice and step-up-to-themark challenges, veteran dad Payleitner empowers you to be a confident father by providing a year’s worth of focused, doable activities; uncomplicated ways to be an example; and tough, frank talk on thorny issues. Jay Payleitner Ages: Fathers

The Mysterious Benedict Society

“Are you a gifted child looking for special opportunities?” When this peculiar ad appears in the newspaper, dozens of children enroll to take a series of mysterious, mind-bending tests. (And you, dear reader, can test your wits right alongside them.) But in the end just four very special children will succeed. Read to learn what they had to do to accomplish it! And, if you’re gifted, creative, or happen to know Morse Code, they could probably use your help. Trenton Lee Stewart Ages: 8-12 years

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Hands-on guide to the lost art of being a man – This is the ultimate guide to becoming a better husband, father, friend, and citizen, and part of a new generation of great men. Learn the essentials: Survival, Self Defense, Style, Chivalry, Car Repair, and more! Learn from more than 100 practical skills every modern man should possess. These stylish illustrated how-to-guides help men live up to their full potential, while covering every facet of modern man: The Adventurer, The Gentleman, The Technician, The Warrior, The Family Man, and The Leader. Brett McKay Illustrations: TED Slampyak Ages: Young Men and up

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BY SARA MARCHESSAULT

6 Ideas to Retain More This Summer

Are you worried about what your kids will lose over the summer?

hey just spent nine to ten months strengthening reading skills, writing longer sentences, and practicing math that gets steadily more complex. And now that school is out, they have an 8-12 week break in the regular application of those skills. What can you do over the summer to make sure they retain as much as possible? Well, here are 6 project ideas to keep their skills fresh and ready for the next school year.

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Write and publish an original story. From a young age, we introduce children to the magic of reading. Many of them fall in love with stories and start making their own books. These handmade books might start with stapling together pictures and progress to writing, editing, and typing. To take this even further, learn to self-publish an original book using an on-demand print service. The process of writing and editing an original story and learning how to self-publish takes time. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great way to emphasize skills learned in school, and to practice

completing a large project with lots of steps. Take a kid planned trip. Ready to put some of those geography and math skills to work? Invite your child to plan a trip for the family to enjoy. Planning a trip can include exploring with a map, choosing a location, deciding on a budget, determining the best way to travel, and tracking expenses on the trip. Along the way other skills can be used too. You can use travel guides to decide what to do on your trip. Your kids can

keep a journal of their experiences. They could even experiment with video on this trip. At the end of your trip, go over the miles traveled and review with your kids how well your family stuck to the budget. Become an expert. Is your kid interested in bugs? Bears? Beans? What would they love to get their hands into? Is it time to send away for a science kit to dissect your own frogs? Or is it perhaps an opportune season to put your kid in charge of planning and executing a garden? Have you got one obsessed with flight who would love to learn more about how a plane gets off the ground and into the air? To learn about anything, you can explore online, or visit your local library. Invite your child to learn about something new, to take notes on that something, and to create a display or report to share it. This might be the perfect time to learn a new software program, such as PowerPoint or Keynotes or Prezi. How can they share what they’ve learned? Engage in a service project. This usually requires going outside of your general everyday routine. It can be as simple as helping the elderly woman across the street by weeding and maintaining her flower beds, or as in depth as signing up for needed projects with local Non-Profit Organizations for the summer. How would your child like to give back? Clean up trash in the park? Work with younger kids who need help learning to read? Service is a wonderful way to give back, as well as to practice the application of skills used in school. Publish a blog or vlog (video based blog). Maintaining a blog or vlog is a great way of practicing the skills

needed for clearly communicating ideas. Blogs or vlogs can be topic based, where the publisher posts articles or videos on one specific topic, or they can be a public journal that shares the everyday adventures or observations of the creator’s life. Many are some of each. There are free sites that will help a young person start an original blog or vlog. Simply search for “free blog sites” to see several choices. By maintaining a blog or vlog, kids can practice writing, editing, and honing their message. With video this would also include speaking and using video recording equipment. This requires communication and technical skills, both of which are great to practice over the summer. You can even bring math into play by studying the analytics of a blog. Make something to sell. Do you have a budding entrepreneur in your midst? If so, consider what they can make to sell. I know an 11-year old girl who makes stuffed animals and sells them through a local retailer. She is learning about quality, buying supplies to make her product, charging enough to cover her cost and labor, and tracking her profits. What does your child make, or would they like to make, that they could make well enough to sell? This can be a practice in creativity that grows into real-life application of math skills. What other ideas can you think of for a summer project? When you’re choosing a project for the summer, make sure to let your kids take ownership – and keep it fun! The more fun it is, the more likely they will stick to it, and the more they’ll get out of the experience. By the time fall rolls around, they’ll be ready to jump into a new school year. SP

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nless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard of “13 Reasons Why.” Every third article on Facebook feed is about the Netflix show. (Or maybe that’s just because of the content of my feed and the fact that I follow outstanding news outlets like Pop Sugar and Teen Vogue. That second one is actually surprisingly meaty.) “13 Reasons Why” is a series based on a 2010 YA novel by the same name. It tells the story of Hannah Baker, a high school student who ends her life by suicide after making a series of audio tapes for the people who hurt her along the way. The tapes are for thirteen people, hence the title. Some committed small acts against her that snowballed into something big. Others were the kind of trauma that changes a person forever. The Internet is freaking out. Experts are asking for Netflix to remove the show. My Facebook friends are sharing post after post about the dangers of letting your children watch. However, most of the parents I see freaking out haven’t watched the show themselves. I have a different perspective. I think all parents, teachers and other professionals working with kids and teens should hit play and binge watch it right now. Get some tissues, a soft blankie and some Ben & Jerry’s ready and dive in.

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WHY ADULTS NEED TO WATCH “13 REASONS WHY” . . . Your kids are going to watch it. Sure, maybe you forbid them from checking it out. Do you really think that’s going to stop them? They have access to Netflix away from you. They have access to the book. Their friends are watching it, so they’re hearing about it if nothing else. You can’t keep them from it, so watch it yourself so you know what it’s all about. These things are happening in your kid’s school. Binge drinking, weed, bullying, sex, sexual assault, cutting, mental health issues, physical violence. These things and more are happening in high schools all over the country. Don’t put your head in the sand. This isn’t just TV drama. It’s real and you need to know about it. Important issues are discussed. Kids need to know the warning signs of someone in crisis and what to do about it. They need to know these things happen, but help is available. Teenagers deal with heavy things…and they often don’t have the tools to cope. Your kids are either dealing with some really big things or know friends who are. “13 Reasons Why” shows how quickly things can go so very badly for a person. Many teens don’t have the coping skills

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to deal with what happens to the fictional characters in the show on their own, let alone problems that occur in their own life or with their actual friends. Use it as a starting point to access where they are and help them build the skills needed to deal with hard stuff. Your kids are going through some serious issues. Use this show to check in. Ask which character they relate to the most. Ask them if they know anyone like Hannah, Alex, Tony, Clay, etc. Ask what they would do in similar situations. Tell them stories of hard times you went through as a teen. Use it as a way to connect. Kids can’t process this on their own. “13 Reasons Why” will make you uncomfortable. It will make you sad. It might even make you physically sick to your stomach. There are brutally graphic rape scenes. The suicide scene we all know coming is so much worse than you expect. You will be triggered, but you need to watch all of this so you can help your kids process it. “13 Reasons Why” is hard to watch, but do it anyway. Then discuss it with the young people in your life. This show opens the doors to incredibly important conversations. Use it as a tool. It could be just the in you need to make a real difference in the life of a kid you care about.. SP

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1 | THURSDAY “Urban Texas” exhibit

10am-5pm. Free. The exhibit will include pieces with a Texas theme. Medical City Lewisville (MCL) Grand Theater, 100 N Charles Street, Lewisville 972-219-8446 www. mclgrand.com

First Thursday Late Night: Physics

5-9pm. This isn’t summer school; this is the Summer of Science where you can conduct fun, exciting and gravity-defying physics experiments. Perot Museum of Nature and Science, 2201 N. Field St., Dallas 214-428-5555 www.perotmuseum.org

2 | FRIDAY Summer Kick-Off Movie – Pete’s Dragon

8-10pm. Celebrate the end of the school year and kick-off summer with a movie under the stars! Bring a blanket and chairs, pack some snacks, and join us on the plaza. Coppell Parks and Rec, 255 Parkway Blvd. Coppell 972-462-5100 www.coppelltx.gov

Galactic Starvers Vacation Bible School

9am-noon. For completed Pre-K through 5th Grade. Discovering the God of the Universe. Register by June 14. First Baptist Church Lewisville, 1251 W. Valley Ridge Blvd 972-4365502 fbclewisville.org. See ad in this issue.

Fair Park “Sparks”

4pm. Free includes a fireworks show, fountain show, roving entertainers, live music, artist’s gallery, concessions including food trucks and a wine bar, and a children’s area with face painting and other fun activities. Fair Park, 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., Dallas 214-426-3400 www.fairpark.org

Family Overnights at the Dallas Arboretum

6pm. Families experience the Arboretum at night with hikes, crafts, and special programs. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-515-6615 www.dallasarboretum.org

unique, small market in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Vendors feature grass-fed meats and poultry, organic eggs, artisan breads, honey and other specialty products. The Square at Old Town Coppell, 768 W. Main Street, Coppell www.coppelltx.gov

Farmers Branch Market

9am-5pm. Vendors selling produce, eggs, meats, specialty foods, and arts and crafts. Farmers Branch Market, 12700 Denton Drive, Farmers Branch www.farmersbranchtx.gov

National Trails Day Nature Walk

10am. Animal tracks, singing birds, trees with personality. Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA), 201 E. Jones Street, Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

Summer Tennis Bash

1-4pm. Wagon Wheel Tennis Center, 950 Creekview Drive, Coppell www.coppelltx.gov

Summer Reading KickOff Party

3 | SATURDAY Coppell Farmers Market

8am-12pm. EVERY Saturday - Rain or Shine! The best

2pm. Annual carnival style party. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

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Safari Nights Concert: Trout Fishing

5-9pm. Family friendly eclectic folk music. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. RL Thornton Freeway, Dallas www.dallaszoo.com

4 | SUNDAY Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog™

12-5pm. Visitors will start their journey to the exhibit aboard the Birdwell Island ferry, complete with seagull sounds and clanking ship bells. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 1600 Gendy Street, Fort Worth 817-255-9300 www. fortworthmuseum.org

5 | MONDAY Monday Madness Zooniversity

6:30pm. Grades K-5. Free fun weekly events featuring great performers! No registration required. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main St. Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

6 | TUESDAY My Best Friend’s Dog Park

10am-8pm. Dogs can be off-leash in My Best Friend’s Park where they enjoy jumping fountain and playing with others. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rogers Freeway, Dallas www.klydewarrenpark.org

7 | WEDNESDAY Putting Green at Klyde Warren Park

10am-8pm. Bring your favorite club and enjoy the Putting Green on the East Lawn anytime of the day. Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rogers Freeway, Dallas 214-716-4500 www.klydewarrenpark.org

8 | THURSDAY Cultivators Pot Luck Dinner and Plant Exchange 6-8pm. A chance for the Cultivators to gather with families and enjoy the park, a meal and bring home new

plants. Bring a covered dish to share and some plants for exchange. Hamburgers and hot dogs provided. Gussie Field Watterworth Pavilion, 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch 972-919-2625 www.farmersbranchtx.gov

Diversity Dance Company Recital

7pm. The Diversity Dance Company will perform. Medical City Lewisville, 100 N. Charles St., Lewisville www.mclgrand.com

Totally Teen Thursdays – Scavenger Hunt

7pm. Grades 6-12. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

9 | FRIDAY Family Fun Fridays at the Dallas Arboretum

10am-2pm. Petting zoo, face painting, music and more. Free with paid admission. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-515-6615 www. dallasarboretum.org

Friday Family Matinee Moana

2pm. Bring the family and enjoy a kid friendly film at the library. Registration not required. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

Acoustic Jam Session

7pm. Weekly open jam,all music genres are welcome. Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles Street, Lewisville www.mclgrand.com

10 | SATURDAY CAC Birthday Bash

7am-7pm. Enjoy snacks, special prizes, and games throughout the day games. Flower Mound Community Action Center, 1200 Gerault Rd., Flower Mound 972-874-7275 www. flower-mound.com

Ruibal’s Rosemeade Market, Carrollton

8am-7pm (mon–sat) Offering local produce and natural foods, plus a plant nursery,

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Summer Program 2017

timeout garden center and gardening workshops. Located in between Marsh and Midway, on Rosemeade Parkway www. rosemeademarket.com

Pro Watercross National Tour 11am. Lewisville Lake Park, 600 Sandy Beach Road, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

Taste of Dallas

11am-7pm. 31st Annual benefiting the North Texas Food Bank. Fair Park, 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., Dallas www. tasteofdallas.org

The Boy Band Night in concert

6:30pm. Family-friendly activities including bounce houses, carnival games and face painters. The Village Shops and Plaza, 2540 King Arthur Blvd., Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

11 | SUNDAY Taste of Dallas

11am-7pm. 31st Annual benefiting the North Texas Food Bank. Fair Park, 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., Dallas www. tasteofdallas.org

Ruibal’s Rosemeade Market, Carrollton

13 | TUESDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

14 | WEDNESDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

15 | THURSDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

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12 | MONDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

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6:30pm. Grades K-5. Free fun weekly events featuring great performers! Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

9am-7pm. Offering local produce and natural foods, and more! Located in between Marsh and Midway, on Rosemeade Parkway www. rosemeademarket.com

12-5pm. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 1600 Gendy Street, Fort Worth 817255-9300 www.fortworthmuseum.org

Monday Madness – Whirled on a String

4pm. Different activities each week. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

KLB Garden Secrets Class “Gardening for Wildlife”

6-8pm. Join us for a free two hour class. MCL Grand, 100 N. Charles St., Lewisville 972-5385949 www.keeplewisvillebeautiful.org

Totally Teen Thursdays – Teen Advisory Group

7pm. Grades 6-12. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

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hoop it up at the 2-on-2 Father Son Basketball Tournament. Registration required by June 15. Flower Mound Community Activity Center, 1200 Gerault Rd., Flower Mound 972-8747275 www.flower-mound.com

16 | FRIDAY

Safari Nights Concert: Ice House

7:30-9:30pm. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-5156815 www.dallasarboretum.org

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9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www.utdallas. edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

Splish Splash Storytime

11am-12pm. Up to 8 yrs. A free special storytime at the pool! The Core, 234 E. Parkway Blvd., Coppell www.coppelltx.gov

Friday Family Matinee The Secret Life of Pets

2pm. Bring the family and enjoy a kid friendly film at the library. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

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7pm. Weekly open jam and song circle. Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles Street, Lewisville www. mclgrand.com

Friday Movie Madness

7:30-9pm. Bring your family, friends, and floats to enjoy Friday Movie Madness in the indoor pool. Activities are FREE with paid admission. Flower Mound Community Activity Center, 1200 Gerault Rd., Flower Mound 972-874-7275 www. flower-mound.com

17 | SATURDAY Coppell Farmers Market

8am-12pm. The best unique, small market in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Vendors feature grass-fed meats and poultry, organic eggs, artisan breads, honey and other specialty products. The Square at Old Town Coppell, 768 W. Main Street, Coppell www.coppelltx.gov

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FloMo Father Son Basketball Tourney

8am-2pm. Ages 8-13 yrs. Dads and their sons are invited to

5-9pm. Dynamic, high energy, party hits. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. RL Thornton Freeway, Dallas www.dallaszoo.com

18 | SUNDAY Happy Father’s Day! Café on the Green at the Dallas Arboretum

11am-4pm. Barbecue, Brews and Ques, a fun-filled weekend, guaranteed to give the special guy in your life a great time outdoors. Enjoy BBQ paired with local beers at Café on the Green and challenge your family to a trivia contest, answering questions about BBQ and Father’s Day. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-515-6615 www.dallasarboretum.org

19 | MONDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

Summer Camp at Fencing Institute of Texas

Learn how to fence at this fun camp. Other camps run July 17-21 and July 24-28. 1000 W. Crosby Rd, Ste 134, Carrollton 972-242-0399 www.fenceintexas.org. See ad in this issue.

Galactic Starveyors Vacation Bible School

9am-noon. For completed Pre-K through 5th Grade. Discovering the God of the Universe. Register by June 14. First Baptist Church Lewisville, 1251 W. Valley Ridge Blvd 972436-5502 fbclewisville.org. See ad in this issue.

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6:30pm. Grades K-5. Free fun weekly events featuring great performers! No registration required. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

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20 | TUESDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

Summer Camp at Fencing Institute of Texas

Learn how to fence at this fun camp. Other camps run July 17-21 and July 24-28. 1000 W. Crosby Rd, Ste 134, Carrollton 972-242-0399 www.fenceintexas.org. See ad in this issue.

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21 | WEDNESDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

Summer Camp at Fencing Institute of Texas

Learn how to fence at this fun camp. Other camps run July 17-21 and July 24-28. 1000 W. Crosby Rd, Ste 134, Carrollton 972-242-0399 www.fenceintexas.org. See ad in this issue.

Galactic Starveyors Vacation Bible School

9am-noon. For completed Pre-K through 5th Grade. Discovering the God of the

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Universe. Register by June 14. First Baptist Church Lewisville, 1251 W. Valley Ridge Blvd 972436-5502 fbclewisville.org. See ad in this issue.

22 | THURSDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www. utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

Summer Camp at Fencing Institute of Texas

Learn how to fence at this fun camp. Other camps run July 17-21 and July 24-28. 1000 W. Crosby Rd, Ste 134, Carrollton 972-242-0399 www.fenceintexas.org. See ad in this issue.

Galactic Starveyors Vacation Bible School

Totally Teen Thursdays – Make Some Art

7pm. Grades 6-12. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

Lewisville Chess Club

7-8pm. Match wits with Lewisville Chess Club. Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S Stemmons Fwy #401, Lewisville www.barnesandnoble.com

23 | FRIDAY 2017 Summer Chess Camp at UT Dallas

9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Ages 7-14 yrs. Join beginner, intermediate or advanced chess classes plus extended playing classes available. Register at www.utdallas. edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

Summer Camp at Fencing Institute of Texas

Learn how to fence at this fun camp. Other camps run July

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Splish Splash Storytime

11am-12pm. Up to 8 yrs. A special storytime at the pool! The Core, 234 E. Parkway Blvd., Coppell www.coppelltx.gov

Friday Family Matinee – The Jungle Book

2pm. Bring the family and enjoy a kid friendly film at the library. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

Acoustic Jam Session

7pm. Weekly open jam and song circle. All acoustic instruments and levels are welcome. All music genres are welcome. Acoustic Fridays are sponsored by the Visual Art League of Lewisville. Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles Street, Lewisville www.mclgrand.com

24 | SATURDAY Coppell Farmers Market

8am-12pm. EVERY Saturday – Rain or Shine! Small market in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Vendors feature grass-fed meats and poultry, organic eggs, artisan breads, honey and other specialty products. The Square at Old Town Coppell, 768 W. Main Street, Coppell www.coppelltx.gov

Safari Nights Concert: Rebirth Brass Band

5-9pm. New Orleans brass and jazz. Dallas Zoo, 650 S. RL Thornton Freeway, Dallas www. dallaszoo.com

25 | SUNDAY Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog™

12-5pm. Visitors will start their journey to the exhibit aboard

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the Birdwell Island ferry, complete with seagull sounds and clanking ship bells. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, 1600 Gendy Street, Fort Worth 817-255-9300 www. fortworthmuseum.org

African Music Fest

9am-5pm. Lively performances featuring Kupira Marimba and Bandan Koro drive the weekend and provide an entertaining backdrop while viewing the artwork of ZimSculpt. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-515-6615 www.dallasarboretum.org

26 | MONDAY Monday Madness – Ballet Folkloric

6:30pm. Grades K-5. Free fun weekly events featuring great performers! No registration required. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

27 | TUESDAY Dallas Farmers Market Open Daily!

10am-9pm. Food hall and artisanal vendor market containing four anchor restaurants, a mixture of local specialty foods, artisanal food vendors, and seating areas both inside and out. Dallas Farmers Market, 920 S. Harwood, Dallas www. dallasfarmersmarket.org

28 | WEDNESDAY Daily Butterfly Release

12pm. Join us Daily at Noon for a talk and butterfly release as we let newly-emerged butterflies out into the butterfly house conservatory. Texas Discovery Gardens - Fair Park, 3601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Dallas 214-428-74766 www. texasdiscoverygardens.org

29 | THURSDAY Summer Fun Club

4pm. Different activities each week. Tickets 30 minutes prior at Youth Service Desk. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

Where children take their first steps in education and faith!

BLACK MUSTANG RANCH............................................27 blackmustangranch.com COPPELL MONTESSORI ACADEMY...................... 20 972-462-8311 • coppellmontessori.com DENTON WATER WORKS................................................. 3 940-349-8800 • dentonwaterworks.com FENCING INSTITUTE OF TEXAS.............................. 26 972-242-0399 • fenceintexas.org OAK CREST SCHOOL....................................................... 15 214-483-5400 • oakcrestschool.org RBR MUZIK...................................................................... 13, 23 214-446-5225 • rbrmuzik.com UTD CHESS CAMP............................................................ 26 972-883-4899 • utdallas.edu/chess

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Totally Teen Thursdays – Teen Trivia

7pm. Grades 6-12. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www.cityoflewisville.com

Lewisville Chess Club

7-8pm. Match wits with Lewisville Chess Club. Barnes and Noble Lewisville, 2325 S Stemmons Fwy #401, Lewisville www.barnesandnoble.com

Cool Thursdays Concert Series: Fleetwood Max NEW 7:30-9:30pm. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-5156815 www.dallasarboretum.org

30 | FRIDAY Family Fun Fridays at the Dallas Arboretum

10am-2pm. Petting zoo, face painting, music and more. Free with paid admission. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road,

Dallas 214-515-6615 www. dallasarboretum.org

Splish Splash Storytime

11am-12pm. Up to 8 yrs. A special storytime at the pool! Meet at the pool for stories, songs, splashing, and fun! Storytime is free and will take place in the outdoor pool. The Core, 234 E. Parkway Blvd., Coppell www. coppelltx.gov

Friday Family Matinee - Sing

2pm. Bring the family and enjoy a kid friendly film at the library. Registration not required. Lewisville Public Library, 1197 W. Main Street, Lewisville www. cityoflewisville.com

Acoustic Jam Session

7pm. Weekly open jam and song circle. All acoustic instruments and levels are welcome. Acoustic Fridays are sponsored by the Visual Art League of Lewisville. Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles St., Lewisville www.mclgrand.com

Please note: Although we strive to bring you the most current information available regarding event dates & times, confirming with the event venue before going is always a good idea.

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These goodie bags are so easy to make and can be filled with treats, notes, or any kind of fun surprise for Daddy! Supplies:

One evening our entire family was sitting around the table eating a celebratory dinner for our son’s graduation, when our young daughter looked thoughtful and asked, “Daddy, you’re the boss, aren’t you?” Her Daddy smiled, pleased, and said yes. The little girl continued, “But that’s because Mommy put you in charge, right?”

- Brown paper lunch sacks - Scrapbook paper - Scissors - Glue - Tape

Here’s what you do: 1. Using scrapbook paper, cut out a tie shape, and glue it onto your bag. 2. Before doing the next step, fill your bag with the goodies of your choice. 3. Simply cut 2 slits at the top of the bag that you fold over to look like the collar of a shirt. Secure them down with clear tape so that the bag can be opened by simply taking the tape off.

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dad’s diet Dads, you are important to your family, so take care of yourself by eating healthy and staying active. These two things can help fight disease and keep you looking young!

Turkey Breast: 3 oz servings, 3 times per week. With this lean meat you’ll get protein and important B vitamins.

Real Men Eat Quinoa: 2-3

servings per week. “Keenwha” is a good protein source and packed with heart healthy unsaturated fats, fiber and B Vitamins.

Black Beans are Best: High in fiber, good carbs, and packed with protein. The Perfect Protein: Eggs contain all the essential amino acids your body needs. Along with protein, you will also get healthy fats and other nutrients like vitamin D, riboflavin, and vitamin B12. Eat the Yolk too. It’s okay! Beef: Yes, it’s a powerhouse of muscle building amino acids and it aids with circulatory

health with the help of iron and zinc. 3-6 ounces per serving and choose leaner meats like top sirloin, eye round roast, and top round.

What is waist circumference? It’s the measure of the distance around the abdomen. A high waist circumference is associated with an increased risk for type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and heart disease. “At risk when: Men with waist circumference of more than 40 inches; Women with waist circumference of more than 35 inches” www.hhs.gov

Edamame: Soybeans, another perfect food, because they have protein, fiber, and antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. 1/2 cup = 8 grams protein. Go Nuts. Best nuts for men are

Brazil Nuts, 2 per day. Packed with selenium, a mineral that may protect against prostate cancer and other diseases. Pecans are good for men’s health too; loaded with beta-sitosterol, a plant steroid that may help relieve symptoms of enlarged prostate. 1/2 ounce serving (8-10). And although nuts are a healthy choice by themselves, that can change when paired with sugary or salty toppings or mixes.

Detox Detoxing is something our bodies do naturally. Eat naturally fermented foods such as kefir, yogurt, kimchi and sauerkraut — or take a high-quality probiotic — to help the body manage toxins from microbes that live in the gut.

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tip Weight-training exercises will build strength and extensibility (stretched) in your muscles and connective tissues all at once.