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Thanksgivings Abound! o matter where you are in life and no matter what faith you have, we will always have thanksgivings. And why celebrate the holiday of Thanksgiving? Well, two reasons. One is that it’s grounded in the history of

the United States, and the other is that it’s grounded in our Catholic faith. Our Protestant friends weren’t the only ones exiting Merrie Olde England. The English Catholics who arrived at Clement’s Island (March 25, 1634) founded Maryland.

Understand this, Mary, Mother of God. Land. Hence, Maryland. Get it? (I read this in The Catholic Home book, by Meredith Gould.)

And of course, after landing, there was a celebrated Mass of Thanksgiving – just as we do every time we come to the table of the Lord; we have a Eucharistic celebration – “to give thanks.”

Still on the topic of thanksgivings!

We hope you like our Best of Family Healthcare edition! We know how important it is to maintain healthy lives by eating well, and drinking plenty of fluids. But, of course, it’s also important to visit your doctor. So, if you do not have a family

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break time

Can’t focus? Feeling frustrated? Getting agitated? Take a break.

Research proves that taking a break from task-related stress allows you to come back more focused and productive than before. One study found that for every 52 minutes of work, highest performing employees took a 17 minute break.

Considering the brain is like other muscles in the body and tires from repeated stress, it makes sense to give it a rest now and then. Think about that the next time your kid starts to melt down while doing homework or practicing the piano.

And, you wouldn’t make your athlete workout without breaks!

The National Fire Protection Association says that Thanksgiving Day is the peak day for home cooking fires. The day before Thanksgiving is the second highest day. Unattended cooking is the leading contributing factor. Be safe this Thanksgiving. Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stove. Stay in the house when cooking in the oven. Set timers so you don’t get distracted. Keep oven mitts and towels away from cooking areas. Keep floors clear so you don’t trip. Keep kids away from the stove. And make sure you have working smoke detectors.

drink away anxiety Feeling anxious? Drink some water.

Dehydration can contribute to anxiety and nervousness. It has been linked to a rise in cortisol levels, the hormones that increase stress. And, it mimics some of the same bodily sensations that anxiety causes like headache, dizziness, increased heart rate and nausea.

Studies have found that even mild dehydration can affect mood, energy levels and the ability to think clearly. Water really is essential to all of our organs, including our brain. And while it may not make all anxiety go away, it can certainly help minimize symptoms.

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Scientists have discovered that shouting “Ow!” when we’re physically hurt actually helps us cope with the pain. Apparently it disrupts the discomfort messages being sent to our brain and helps us tolerate the pain better. Previously, scientists thought the outbursts were an evolved method to communicate danger to others. Nope, we do it to distract ourselves. It’s instinctive and a simple sound that requires little articulatory control. So, it’s easy and effective to use when in pain. Perhaps we should investigate its use as a non-physical pain distraction too (like when we’re angry or frustrated).

buckle up teens Teen drivers have the highest accident rate and the lowest seat belt use rate of any other driving demographic. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the US. And research shows that seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by about half. Teens are especially bad at buckling up in the back seat. Whether your child is already driving, about to start driving or nowhere near driving, set a good example and buckle yourself and everyone else up every time you get in the car, no matter where the seat or how short the trip.

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q&a Cynthia, mom of 2 Q. How do you teach children to self-regulate when it comes to screen time?

A. Parents these days often find themselves battling their children over “screen time”- and it’s exhausting. So, how can we best teach our kids to self-regulate their screen use? First, remember our kids are watching us, so as parents we need to make sure our own screen habits are in check. Once that’s in place, take time to come up with a family plan for what the time limits will be and stick to it. For younger children, use a kitchen timer. Set it for 5 minutes before screen time is over to give your kids time to transition mentally. Teach kids to track how they feel after extended time on screens. This helps them learn to listen to their bodies as an indicator that it’s time to stop. Take heart. Building habits takes patience, but the results are worth it.

Julia Storm | Digital Media Family Educator and Founder | ReConnect

Brian, dad of 3 Q. We’re planning a ski vacation this year and my youngest wants to snowboard. I think he should try skiing first. Does it matter?

A. Nope! It’s great that your son wants to board. Motivation is key, regardless of how he wants to get down the mountain; of course taking a lesson is the best place to start. You want to give them a solid foundation to build on so that at the end of the day it was a positive experience. At Monarch we offer convenient half or full day lessons. For a first-timer, I recommend a full day lesson. These all day lessons are great because your child can get totally immersed in the Colorado mountain experience, make friends and build on what they learn throughout the day, all while you enjoy your own day on the slopes. Win win..

Drew Middlemiss | Director of Ski + Ride School at Monarch

Angela, mom of one Q. My daughter is 9 years old. I have osteoporosis; do I have to worry about her?

A. An important question! Know that children are building about 40 percent of their bone mass between the ages of 9 to 14, and reaching 90 percent of their peak bone mass by age 18 (for girls) and age 20 (for boys), so bone health absolutely is a health issue for kids. Many nutrients work in concert to provide the framework for healthy bones. Calcium lies at the forefront, and vitamin D, magnesium, vitamin K and regular exercise, especially weight-bearing exercise, which stimulates bones and makes them stronger. Think of bone health as a savings account. Bone is living tissue that is turned over constantly with regular deposits and withdrawals.

Mary Ellen Caldwell, RDN | Excerpted from www.eatright.org

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My child’s eye doesn’t look right, but it’s not pink eye. What else could it be?

A: Your child’s ability to see is critical so it’s important to identify emergencies in the blink of an eye. Anytime your child’s vision is compromised or their pupil is altered, you should seek medical attention immediately. A ruptured globe or other serious injury may require surgery. If your child’s eyelid is swollen and red, it could be an infection called periorbital cellulitis that requires antibiotics.

Did a foreign object get in your child’s eye? This can cause corneal abrasions, or scratches on the surface of the eye. A physician may prescribe medicated drops to treat pain or infection.

Remember whatever the injury, eyes are complex organs, so don’t take any chances. If there’s any concern, get it checked out right away.

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Harmony, Health and Hurdles Every time you eat or drink, you have an opportunity to take control of your health.

– Jill Weisenberger

The Emotion Code: Create more Harmony and Joy in Everyday Family Life Author of the bestselling book “The Emotion Code,” Dr. Nelson has spent 29 years as a holistic physician and international lecturer on natural healing. He has trained thousands of practitioners worldwide to identify and release “trapped emotions” – the baggage we carry around from past trauma that damages our health and relationships. Getting rid of your trapped emotions can help you overcome the obstacles of your past and bring new life to your marriage, family, and other personal relationships.

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The Author’s mom died when she was 16 years old, and it was after her death that she began to appreciate her mother’s bravery and the profound role that yoga would play in her adult life.

The Gifted Journey is for anyone questioning their direction in life, including those about to apply for colleges, those just starting out in their careers, downsizing statistics, or those who are simply unhappy with their current path and need some course correction. Each of these situations can be a powerful catalyst to seeking change, and the five steps in The Gifted Journey can help readers uncover their gifts and put them to work.

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When prediabetes threatens your healthy future, it’s up to you to reset your lifestyle. Of course, unforeseen obstacles could derail your progress. Registered dietitian nutritionist and author Jill Weisenberger introduces the HURDLE method and offers solutions for four obstacles you might face along your journey to better health.

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ere comes the holidays barreling down the calendar track. Are you frantic, checking an endless litany of musts off your overloaded holiday to-do list each day?

Even if you feel great about the approaching holidays, and are mostly on top of all of the extra tasks that come with them, you can still hit your limit now and then. Once your holly-jollies start running on fumes, these steps will remind you how to hit the reset button so you can make a quick comeback.

Stop it. The frenetic pace is undeniable at this time of year-planning, shopping, parties, travel. However, all day, every day, you get to choose whether to act, react, respond, or detach. You’ll know you need a break if you feel consistently grumpy and stressed out. When this happens, take ten minutes to re-evaluate your day. No matter how much you still have to do, anyone can spare a few minutes.

Drop it. You may be attempting to accomplish too much most days because of holiday pressure coming from inside and out. But your holidays are more likely to be imperfect rather than perfect. Ironically, the more we try to jam into our waking hours, the less we feel like we are in the flow. The key is to stop pushing. So drop the willpower and try to

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relax yourself back into a more natural flow of tasks instead.

Sit down. Find a chair or sit on the floor against a wall. Breathe in and breathe out.

Just sit for a few moments, relax, and do nothing except breathe. What you are doing is using breath to slow down time. Of course, you can’t really control the clock, but you can change how time feels to you by getting back in touch with your senses. So, when inevitable stresses strike and mistakes happen: simply sit, breathe, and take a few moments to collect yourself.

Tune In. Once you can maintain a feeling of calm, pay attention to what is going on inside you. What you are looking for is your inner compass. Some folks call their intuition the still, small voice; others may rely on their inner Jiminy Cricket. It really doesn’t matter what you call your intuition, as long as you can tune in to it. Practice staying tuned in whether in calm or busy environments. If you can stay tuned in and trust your gut no matter what else is going on, you’ll be the happiest person around.

Appreciate something. Now that you are calm, cool, and collected, take a moment to appreciate one thing. Consider something

10 Steps to a More Joyful Holiday Season 1. Go to bed by 10 pm each night 2. Get up an hour earlier and have some daily you-time 3. Watch all your favorite holiday movies 4.

Take a long winter’s nap 5. Put a stack of inspirational books on your nightstand 6. Write down your blessings 7. Make a list of gifts you want and distribute it 8. Take a long, hot bath with music and bath salts 9. Listen to inspirational talks, podcasts or books on tape 10. Say kind things to yourself all day long

simple: notice a pretty wreath, or re-read a lovely message from a friend. Whatever you genuinely feel positive about counts. Take a couple of moments to appreciate little things until you feel a smile spread across your face.

Let go. No doubt, once you stop thinking about good things, a few stressful things that have been lined up waiting for your attention will pop into your mind and start jumping up and down and waving their arms. But here’s the thing. You just got yourself into a pretty good place. If nagging worry keeps dogging you, just acknowledge the concern and gently wave it to the side as though clearing a butterfly from your path.

Act thoughtfully. Ease back into your day, moving forward mindfully. Drop the list for now. What is the single next most important thing to do next? Intersperse actions with self-care. Take short breaks after completing a series of tasks. Have small snacks throughout the day so you don’t overeat at mealtime.

Maybe put your list away for a little while.

Later, pull your list back out, and check a few more things off of it. But don’t become a slave to your to-dos. Remember, you set the tone for your holiday. And you can stay in charge by taking excellent care of yourself.

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1 | THURSDAY Autumn at the Arboretum

9am-5pm The fall festival is a spectacular show of color with 4,500 of fall’s favorite flowers, along with 150,000 more fall blooming plants, and the Pumpkin Village, featuring more than 90,000 pumpkins, squash and gourds. Free with paid admission. Through Nov. 21. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas www. dallasarboretum.org

2 | FRIDAY Willy Wonka Jr.

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5-6:15pm Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory

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– or suffer the consequences.

Through November 3. Artisan Center Theater, 444 E Pipeline Rd, Hurst www.artisanct.com

3 | SATURDAY Traders Village COMICON

10am-4pm Cosplay characters get ready and come join us.

Guests include Emmy Award winning Mark Kistler and Sam de la Rosa, on both days during the trade show. See website for more information. Free. Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road, Grand Prairie 972-647-2331 www. tradersvillage.com

Cats

7:30-9:30pm Cats is set amongst a larger-than-life junkyard playground and is alive with purr-fect felines. The Jellicle Cats come out to play on one special night of the year—the night of the Jellicle Ball. Tickets

start at $12. Through November 3. Artisan Center Theater, 444 E Pipeline Rd, Hurst www. artisanct.com

Dallas Bike Ride

8am-12:30pm Dallas Bike Ride is a celebration of bicycling in Big D. It’s the only day you can adventure around your city by bike with no cars. See website for more information. For ages 3 and up. Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla, Dallas www.dallasbikeride.com

4 | SUNDAY Open House at Alcuin School

12-2pm. Come visit and learn about our Montessori and International Baccalaureate Education for students 18 months to 18 years. 6144 Churchill Way, Dallas, 972-2391745, alcuinschool.org. See ad in this issue.

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5 | MONDAY Dallas Cowboys vs.

Tennessee Titans

7:15-10pm Come show your fan support and cheer on the Dallas Cowboys as they take on the Tennessee Titans in a Monday Night Football matchup! Tickets start at $35.. AT&T Stadium, 1 AT&T Way, Arlington www.attstadium.com

6 | TUESDAY Dallas Mavericks vs Washington Wizards

7:30-10pm Bring the whole family to the AAC to watch the Dallas Mavericks play the Washington Wizards! Tickets start at $10. See website for ticket information. AAC, 2500 Victory Ave, Dallas www.mavs.com

7 | WEDNESDAY Let Me Be Myself: The Life Story of Anne Frank

1-3pm Let Me Be Myself tells the story of Anne Frank in a modern way, addressing current day issues of identity, exclusion, and discrimination. Free with admission, virtual reatlity tours are available in 15-minute sessions daily, but must be booked online. Through August 2019. Dallas Holocaust Museum, 211 N Record St #100, Dallas dallasholocaustmuseum. org/news/recent/let-me-be-myself-the-life-story-of-anne-frank

8 | THURSDAY The Magical City of Oz

7:30-9:30pm This charming adaptation of the classic story, The Wizard of Oz, has all the char-

acters you love and a few new ones that will make you laugh. $17 (includes a $2 ticket processing fee). See website for all dates and show times. Through Nov. 18. Theatre Arlington, 305 W Main St, Arlington www. theatrearlington.org

9 | FRIDAY ‘Neath the Wreath Holiday Gift Market Preview Party

9am-9pm ‘Neath the Wreath features the best in unique holiday and home décor, clothing and accessories, gifts, jewelry, children’s items and gourmet food from over 100 carefully selected merchants. General market tickets are $12 in advance; $15 online and at the door. Children 12 and under are free. Check website for daily hours. Through Nov. 11. Plano Event Center 2000 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano www.neaththewreath.org

Lone Star Christmas featuring ICE! – Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 9am-9:30pm Families will marvel at dozens of lavish holiday displays including more than 2 million twinkling lights and larger-than-life decorations.

Guests can also experience ICE!, featuring favorite scenes from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. The magical display is a walk-through winter wonderland carved from more than two million pounds of colorful ice. Tickets start at $12.99 (child) and $21.99 (adult). See website for daily hours and ticket information. Through Jan.1. Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine www.gaylordtexan.com

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timeout 10 | SATURDAY 9th Annual Blues, Bandits, and BBQ

11am-10pm There will be live music, as well as food and drinks available for purchase. We’ll kick off a great music line up with a nod to Oak Cliff’s history, as this is the birthplace of legends like Stevie Ray Vaughn and T-Bone Walker. See website for more information. Kidd Springs Park, 1003 Cedar Hill Ave, Dallas www. gooakcliff.org/blues-bandits-bbq

Trinity River Run Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

2pm-9pm Experience the original sunset half marathon, nighttime 5K & 10K! All races start and end at Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge and Trinity Groves. Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, 3016 Gulden Ln, Dallas www.trinityriverhalfmarathon.com

Turtle Creek Arts Festival

10am-5pm & Sun. 11am-5pm.

This event will feature up to 125 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalwork, glass blowers, jewelers, crafters and a children’s play area! Reverchon Park, 3505 Maple Ave, Dallas www. turtlecreekartsfestival.com

11 | SUNDAY Let’s Go (Make and) Fly A Kite!

1-4pm Join us to make and decorate a Japanese-style kite and get flying. For age 12 and older. $40 for the public, $34 for Friends of the Crow. Crow Museum, 2010 Flora St, Dallas www.crowmuseum.org

12 | MONDAY Ultimate Dinosaurs at the Perot

10am-5pm Be transported to prehistoric times through cutting-edge technology, where you can explore the breathtaking characteristics of these exotic species through handson activities. Exhibit runs through January 6. Perot Museum, 2201 N Field St, Dallas www.perotmuseum.org

14 | WEDNESDAY Stroller Tours and Story Time

10-11am Parents and caregivers are invited to bring children ages 18 months and younger for an educator-led stroll through the Dallas Contemporary’s current exhibitions. Free. 161 Glass St, Dallas www.dallascontemporary.org

15 | THURSDAY Deck the Halls and Welcome All—Christmas at the White House 2006

9am-5pm This special exhibit allows visitors a glimpse into the magical White House holiday celebrations of 2006. $19 general admission; free for members. Through Jan. 6.

2943 SMU Boulevard, Dallas www. bushcenter.org

16 | FRIDAY ‘Til Midnight at the Nasher

6pm-12am On the third Friday of the month, come for live outdoor concerts in the Nasher Sculpture Center garden. Free.

Nasher Sculpture Center Garden, 2001 Flora St, Dallas www.nasher sculpturecenter.org/engage/ programs

Dallas Zoo Lights

5-9pm On select nights through Jan.1, after the animals head in for the evening, the Dallas Zoo will transform into a winter wonderland with over one million twinkling lights illuminating ZooNorth throughout the holiday season.

Included with admission. Dallas Zoo, 550 South R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas www.dallaszoo. com/exhibits-experiences/zoolights

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InterSkate Bargain Night

The Trains at NorthPark

5-9pm Get out of the heat and bring the whole family to InterSkate for some skating fun every Tuesday

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evening for Bargain Night! $4 admission (includes regular skate rental); $4 inline rental. 1408 Texas 121 Business, Lewisville www. interskate.net

10am-9pm The Trains at NorthPark will mark its 20th year at NorthPark Center with more than 750

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railcars on a 1,600-foot elaborate configuration of tracks and scenes.

This holiday tradition is located on level two, between Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. Admission: $7 adults; $4 children ages 2–12 and free for children under 2.

Through Jan. 6. NorthPark Center, 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas www. thetrainsatnorthpark.com

Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas

12-1pm Fancy Nancy is a young girl with a larger than life personality, who adores all things fancy… and what could be fancier than Christmas? Ooh la la! $11 for adults; $7 for children 12 and younger.

See website for all dates and show times. Through Dec. 22. Artisan Center Theater, 444 E Pipeline Rd, Hurst www.artisanct.com

Crab Fest

10am-5pm Come out and enjoy an afternoon of great food and music.

Guests will be able to choose from a variety of tasty crab dishes. Tell your family and friends and come join us for a wonderful weekend of delicious food and fun music.

Admission is FREE and it’s just $4.00 to park. Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road, Grand Prairie www. tradersvillage.com/grand-prairie/ events/crab-fest

spirit. Free admission. 200 S Main St, Grapevine www.grapevinetexasusa. com/christmas-capital-of-texas

20 | TUESDAY Little Playtimes at LEGOLAND Discovery Center 11am-2pm Tiny tots can enjoy big fun with unique toddler activities and workshops like animal bingo and color recognition. $15 ticket includes all-day admission for one adult and one toddler ages 3-4. Additional children ages 3-12 are just $5. Free for kids 2 and younger. Every Tuesday through Dec. 18. 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy, Grapevine www.dallasfw. legolanddiscoverycenter.com

21 | WEDNESDAY Autumn at the Arboretum

9am-5pm Final day for this fall festival, a spectacular show of color with 4,500 flowers, fall blooming plants, and the Pumpkin Village.

Free with paid admission. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas www.dallasarboretum.org

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18 | SUNDAY Sensory Sundays at Crayola Experience Plano

9-11am Join this special morning designed for kids and families with sensory needs to experience the arts and craft activities inside the Crayola Experience Plano attraction. $21.99 plus tax per person. Free for 2 and younger.

6121 W Park Blvd a100, Plano www. crayolaexperience.com/plano

19 | MONDAY Carol of Lights

3-7pm Discover the magic of Christmas at Grapevine’s annual Carol of Lights and lighting of Historic Downtown Main Street. The event features live performances, dazzling dance numbers and breathtaking fireworks, sure to get the entire family in the Christmas

51st Annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot

9-11:30am A tradition since 1967, the Trot has taken over the Dallas area and provided a fun morning for families on Thanksgiving Day. The Trot includes the choice of an eight-mile distance and a 5k Fun Run/Walk. Visit the website for more information and registration details.

Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla St, Dallas www.thetrot.org

23 | FRIDAY Enchant Christmas

5-11pm Featuring the world’s largest Christmas light maze, Santa’s Palace, an ice skating pond, kids’ mini-maze, food and live entertainment. The Enchant Christmas Market features hand-

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crafted products including artwork, gifts and specialty items Tickets from $19.99 (free for kids 3 and younger).

Visit the website to purchase tickets and for more information.

Through Dec. 30. Globe Life Park Lot F, intersection of AT&T Way and Copeland Avenue, Arlington www. enchantchristmas.com

The Nutcracker at the Winspear

8pm Bring the family to watch the Texas Ballet Theater portray this holiday classic. Through 12/2. Check website for all show times and ticket prices.

Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora Street, Dallas www.attpac.org/onsale/2017/the-nutcracker-dallas

North Pole Express

1:45pm There’s no better place to feel the magic of Christmas than on board the Grapevine Vintage Railroad’s North Pole Express, an experience featuring Victorian coaches followed by a live musical performance.

The train runs on select dates through Dec. 23. Check website for more information and to purchase tickets. $28.50 per person. 707 S Main St, Grapevine www.GrapevineTexasUSA.com/ Christmas

24 | SATURDAY Photos with Santa

10am-5pm Kids of all ages can have their photo taken with Santa. Donations for photos go to the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce.

Get into the spirit of Christmas with thousands of dealers who are selling holiday gifts and more for all tastes and budgets. Through 12/23.

Free. $4 parking. Traders Village 2602 Mayfield Road, Grand Prairie www.tradersvillage.com

A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens

1:30-3pm Magic Tree House, the number one bestselling chapter book series of all time, premieres this large-scale, holiday-themed spectacular in Dallas! Be among the first to see brother and sister duo, Jack and Annie, whisked back in time aboard their magical tree

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ride to the foggy streets of Victorian England. Recommended for ages 6 and older. Tickets from $15.

Through Dec. 23. 5938 Skillman St, Dallas www.dct.org/plays

25 | SUNDAY Disney on Ice—Frozen

12-2pm Discover the full story of Disney’s Frozen like never before when Disney On Ice presents this new on-ice musical at Allen Event Center. Join Olaf, Kristoff and Sven as they encounter wintry conditions and mystical trolls in a race to bring back summer. Costumes not permitted for guests 14 years and older. Tickets from $35. Allen Event Center, 200 E Stacy Rd, Allen www. alleneventcenter.com

26 | MONDAY NorthPark Presents Courtside: Photographs by Bill Bamberger

NorthPark Center, in partnership with the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University and artist Bill Bamberger, presents Courtside: Photographs by Bill Bamberger, an exhibition of vibrant color photographs that capture a variety of basketball hoops around the world. Through January 1. Level One between Burberry and Louis Vuitton. 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas www.northparkcenter.com

This November join the movement and give – whether it’s some of your time, a donation, gift or the power of your voice in your local community.

Whether you come together with your family, your company or your organization, find a way to give back and then share your idea. Learn more at www.givingtuesday

28 | WEDNESDAY Prospective Parent Coffee and Campus Tour at Grace Academy of Dallas

9:30am. Call for reservations. 11306 Inwood Rd, 214-696-5648. GraceAcademy.com. See ad in this issue.

Elf the Musical

7:30-9:30pm Based on the beloved 2003 New Line Cinema hit, this modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner Elf. Tickets from $20.

Through Dec. 2. Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 1st Ave, Dallas www.dallassummermusicals.org/shows/elf

29 | THURSDAY Bilingual/Spanish Storytime (Hora De Cuentos)

11am-12pm Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under. Free. Grauwyler Park Branch Library, 2146 Gilford Street, Dallas dallaslibrary.librarymarket. com/bilingualspanish-storytime-hora-de-cuentos-104

30 | FRIDAY Early Entry Deadline for 2019 DART Student Art Contest

Calling all young artists! Make your masterpiece and submit your entry today to win a prize. Final deadline is Jan 25, 2019. This year’s theme is “My next stop is _______.” Visit DART.org/artcontest for details. See ad in this issue.

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DECEMBER 1 Christmas in the Branch

Join Farmers Branch at our annual Tree Lighting with food, drinks, shopping, music and ice skating. Skating Under the Stars runs through January 6. Shop for unique gifts at our Holiday Marketplace located at The Grove on Dec 8 and 15. Experience local arts & crafts, kid activities, live music and a visit from Santa! For a full list of holiday events, visit ChristmasInTheBranch.com. See ad in this issue.

Adaptive Dance + Creative Movement Workshop

Presented by The Dance Council of North Texas for children with differing abilities. Sammons Center for the Arts. For more information, call 214-219-2290 or visit thedancecouncil.org. See ad in this issue.

DECEMBER 5 Come Visit Santa!

4:30-7:30pm. Stop by our shop located in Park Village next to Glorias to visit with Santa. Engel & Völkers, 1111 E Southlake Blvd, Ste 460, Southlake, 817-416-2700, www.dallas.evusa.com. See ad in this issue.

DECEMBER 6 22nd Annual M.E.N.D. Christmas Candlelight Ceremony

7:30pm. Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death invites you to a ceremony honoring babies lost to miscarriage, still birth or infant death. Calvary Church, 4401 N Hwy 161, Irving. Childcare provided for children 6 weeks to 4 years old. Reservations are requested using the online registration at www.mend.org.

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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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year-end challenges With the year coming to an end, how about setting a goal that will challenge you!

Focus on Fun

When it comes to challenging yourself for a fitness goal, focus on fun! Consider trying something that will make you laugh while you sweat. Maybe a dance class, a night bike ride, or a colorful 5-K! The payoff for your body by participating in enjoyable activities is that it keeps you motivated, which means you’ll make time for them, no matter how busy your schedule!

Reap the benefits Health benefits from Sweet Potatoes come from the nutrients vitamin C and vitamin A. Along with their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, they may also help regulate blood pressure.

Good news, they do not induce blood sugar spikes and may help with weight loss too.

Master Something

Have a favorite class? If so, fuel your passion and boost your confidence by training to teach your favorite class, whether it’s yoga, Pilates, or Zumba. This helps to take your fitness to a higher level. Plus, helping others grow and reach their goals brings joy and a sense of accomplishment.

Protein for growing and grown kids Most parents think of red meat as a protein source, and that’s fine, but you should also consider other sources. Try scrambled eggs with cheese, hummus dip with carrots, veggie burgers, and quesadillas or burritos with beans. Keep in mind that your kids should eat plant sources of protein too. Simply pair different proteins such as grains and legumes at meal time.

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tip Spend a few minutes acknowledging what you hope to achieve for healthy eating; and give thanks for what is good in your life. By focusing on the positive you are less likely to fill an emotional void with food.

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