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Mary Ellen Caldwell, RD, LD, CLT editor@suburbanparent.com

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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

meat and beyond

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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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 Free Cat Adoptions

All day. Adoption fees for cats 1 yr and older are waived and kittens available for $50. Vaccinations, spay/neuter, leukemia test and microchip included with all adoptions. Irving Animal Care Campus, 4140 Valley View Lane, Irving www.cityofirving.org

LPGA Leadership Academy

8am-4pm. A two-day LPGA Leadership Academy to keep teenage girls engaged in golf and prepare them for leadership opportunities. Las Colinas Country Club, 4400 N O’Connor Rd, Irving 972-5411141 www.lascolinascc.com

JumpstART Stories and Art: Camping

10am. Create a take-home art project and then browse the galleries with your kids as part of this fun and free morning activity. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving 972-252-2787 www. irvingartscenter.com

Irving Library Book Sale

5-8pm. Members only annual

book sale. Books, DVDs, LPs, CDs and magazines. Most items $1 or less. Friends of Irving Public Library Warehouse, 3000 Rock Island Road, Irving 972-741-4612 www.cityofirving.org

First Thursday Late Night: Physics

5-9pm. 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 Family Fun Fridays

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

Fair Park “Sparks”

4pm. Free family event includes a fireworks show, fountain show, roving entertainers, live music, artists gallery and a children’s area

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with face painting and other fun activities. Fair Park, 1300 Robert B. Cullum Blvd., Dallas 214-426-3400 www.fairpark.org

Irving Library Book Sale

5-8pm. Members only annual book sale. Books, DVDs, LPs, CDs and magazines. Most items $1 or less. Friends of Irving Public Library Warehouse, 3000 Rock Island Road, Irving 972-741-4612 www.cityofirving.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 214-5156615 www.dallasarboretum.org

Concerts in the Garden: Preservation Hall Jazz Band 8pm. The Big Easy comes to Cowtown once again to bring down the garden. Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd., Fort Worth 817392-5510 www.fwbg.org

Movies At The Park: Free Movies Every Friday in June 8:30pm. Grab a spot on the lawn or relax and dine on one

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of the numerous patios overlooking the big screen. Come early to take advantage of special offers and pre-show activities. Weather permitting. 8020 Park Lane, Dallas 214-365-0222 www.shopsatparklane.com

3 | SATURDAY Kids Obstacle Challenge

8:30am-2pm. Ages 5-16. Fun and challenging obstacles and lots of mud! MX Park, 4840 Shelby Rd, Fort Worth amelia@ kidsobstaclechallenge.com www.kidsobstaclechallenge. com/dallas

Make Your Own Tic Tac Toe Game

9am-12pm. Join our hands-on workshop and you and your child can build a wooden tic-tac-toe game to play with family or friends almost anywhere. Check availability at your local Home Depot store. www.homedepot.com

Plaza Palooza

11am-9pm. Free 2-day festival with live music and street painting! Lawn chairs and blankets are allowed. Sundance Square, 420 Main Street, Fort Worth www. sundancesquare.com

The Professor Brainius Show

2pm. Join us for a fantastic show at Northpark Center. NorthPark Center, 8687 N Central Expswy, Dallas 940343-5155 www.teamfamily.com

Family Movie Matinee

2pm. A fun way for the entire family to spend the afternoon. All movies rated G or PG. Valley Ranch Library, 401 Cimarron Trail, Irving www. cityofirving.org

Index Fest

4pm. Index Fest will bring stellar celebrations of craft beer, music, food and art across the state of Texas. Panther Island Pavilion, 395 Purcey Street, Fort Worth www.indexfest.com

Skill for Life

Safari Nights Concert: Trout Fishing

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

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Irving Library Book Sale

5-8pm. Members only annual book sale. Books, DVDs, LPs, CDs and magazines. Most items $1 or less. Friends of Irving Public Library Warehouse, 3000 Rock Island Road, Irving 972741-4612 www.cityofirving.org

Concerts in the Garden

8:15pm. Fort Worth Botanic Garden, 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth 817-392-5510 www.fwbg.org

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timeout 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

Sunday Fun Day at Sunshine Glaze

12-5pm. 10% off select items. We do not take reservations for Sunday Fun Day. Sunshine Glaze, 405 N Carroll Ave., Southlake 817-424-1417 www. sunshineglaze.com

Irving Library Book Sale

5 | MONDAY Hula Fest Summer Camp at Irving Gymnastics 7:30am-5:30pm. Ages 4-12 yrs. Full and half day camps with luaus, leis, gymnastics, obstacle courses, swim lessons, arts and crafts and tons of fun! 900 N. O’Connor, Irving 972-254-1914 www. irvinggymnastics.net. See ad in this issue.

Summer I Session begins at North Lake College

Enroll now for summer and fall classes. Summer II session starts July 11; Fall session starts Aug 21. Visit www.northlakecollege.edu for more information. See ad in this issue.

Summer of 17: Peace, Love and Art - Art Camps at Irving Arts Center Ages 4-16yrs. Fourteen Camp adventures in visual arts, theatre, music, and creative writing. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving. Visit www.irvingartscenter.com for complete list of camps. See ad in this issue

Member Mondays

9am-5pm. The Zoo opens one hour early, at 9 a.m., every Monday in June – just for Zoo members and their guests.

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Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth 817-7597555 www.fortworthzoo.org

6 | TUESDAY Summer of 17: Peace, Love and Art - Art Camps at Irving Arts Center Ages 4-16 yrs. Fourteen Camp adventures in visual arts, theatre, music, and creative writing. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving. Visit www.irvingartscenter.com for complete list of camps. See ad in this issue

Dallas Zoo at Southlake

2pm. Ages 4-10 yrs. 45-minute, interactive program that features animals from around the world. Southlake Town Square, 1400 Main Street, Southlake 817-748-8243 www. cityofsouthlake.com

7 | WEDNESDAY Summer of 17: Peace, Love and Art - Art Camps at Irving Arts Center Ages 4-16yrs. Fourteen Camp adventures in visual arts, theatre, music, and creative writing. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving. Visit www.irvingartscenter.com for complete list of camps. See ad in this issue

Affordable Spay / Neuter for Pets – Appointments Required

8-8:30am and 10am-12pm. Scheduled your appointment to have your pet spayed or neutered at an affordable cost. Spay/Neuter Clinic, 4140 Valley View Lane, Irving www. cityofirving.org

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Discovery Lab

2-3pm. Ages 7-11 yrs. Hands on projects presented by Fort Worth Science and History Museum that focus on gravity, force and motion. Registration required. Southlake Public Library, 1400 Main Street, Southlake 817-748-8243 www. cityofsouthlake.com

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timeout 8 | THURSDAY Summer of 17: Peace, Love and Art - Art Camps at Irving Arts Center Ages 4-16 yrs. Fourteen Camp adventures in visual arts, theatre, music, and creative writing. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving. Visit www.irvingartscenter.com for complete list of camps. See ad in this issue

A-Kon 28

10am-5pm. The longest continually running anime convention in North America. Project: A-Kon, 1201 Houston St., Fort Worth www.a-kon.com

Cool Thursdays Concert Series: Chicago Rewired

7:30-9:30pm. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-515-6815 www. dallasarboretum.org

9 | FRIDAY Summer of 17: Peace, Love and Art - Art Camps at Irving Arts Center Ages 4-16yrs. Fourteen Camp adventures in visual arts, theatre, music, and creative writing. 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving. Visit www.irvingartscenter.com for complete list of camps. See ad in this issue

Irving Concert Series â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Three Quarters Fast Jazz Band 7pm. All ages. Bring a blanket and cooler and enjoy live music. Whistlestop Plaza, 123 W. Irving Blvd., Irving www. cityofirving.org

Family Fun Fridays

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

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Movies At The Park: Free Movies Every Friday in June 8:30pm. Grab a spot on the lawn or relax and dine on one of the numerous patios overlooking the big screen. Come early to take advantage of special offers and preshow activities. Weather permitting. 8020 Park Lane, Dallas 214-365-0222 www. shopsatparklane.com

10 | SATURDAY DFW G.I. Joe and Action Figure Show

10am-5pm. Not just GI Joe, no matter what your taste in action figures youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be able to find it at the show! Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 South Main Street, Grapevine www.dfwjoeshow.com

Irving Chautauqua: A Visit with NASA

2-3pm. All ages. Paul Abell, PhD, lead scientist for Planetary Small Bodies at NASA Johnson Space Center-Houston, visits to discuss potentially hazardous asteroids and other near-Earth objects (NEOs). Dr. Abell is a member of a NASA team examining the possibility of sending astronauts to NEOs for long-duration space missions. South Irving Library Program Room, 601 Schulze Drive, Irving 972-721-2606 www.cityofirving.org

Pure Country, Lyric Stage

8pm. The musical tells the story of burned out country music star, Wyatt Dusty Chandler, who quits at the height of his career to search for true love. Irving Arts Center-Carpenter Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving www.irvingartscenter.com

11 | SUNDAY Dallas Farmers Market Open Daily! 10am-8pm. Food hall and artisanal vendor market.

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Survivor Speaker Series

12:30pm. Hear testimonies of Holocaust survivors, refugees, and hidden children, as well as survivors of modern-day genocides. Free. Admission fees for Museum exhibits apply. Dallas Holocaust Museum, 211 N. Record St, Dallas 469-399-5201 www. dallasholocaustmuseum.org

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2:30pm. The musical tells the story of burned out country music star, Wyatt Dusty Chandler, who quits at the height of his career to search for true love. Irving Arts Center-Carpenter Hall, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving www.irvingartscenter.com

12 | MONDAY Hula Fest Summer Camp at Irving Gymnastics 7:30am-5:30pm. Ages 4-12 yrs. Full and half day camps with luaus, leis, gymnastics, obstacle courses, swim lessons, arts and crafts and tons of fun! 900 N. O’Connor, Irving 972-254-1914 www. irvinggymnastics.net. See ad in this issue.

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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. Other camps Jun 19-23, Jul 10-14 and Jul 17-21. Register at www.utdallas.edu/chess. See ad in this issue.

2017 Cokesbury’s VBS Hero Central

9am-12pm. Ages 4 yrs – entering 6th grade. Discover your strength in God at Vacation Bible School. Woodhaven Presbyterian Church, 3650 O’Connor Rd., Irving 972-541-0747 www. woodhavenpres.org. See ad in this issue.

Member Mondays

9am-5pm. The Zoo opens one hour early, at 9 a.m., every Monday in June – just for Zoo members and their guests. Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth 817-7597555 www.fortworthzoo.org

Hero Central VBS

8:45am-12pm. K-5 grades. Super heroes will experience epic music, spectacular science, crafty crafts, heroic recreation, and fantastic Bible stories. Registration required. First United Methodist Church Irving, 211 W. 3rd Street, Irving 972253-3531 www.fumcirving.com

Adoption Information Open House

6pm. Interested in building your family through adopting from foster care? Attend this open house. Hope Cottage, 609 Texas Street 214-5268721 www.hopecottage.org

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Family Fun Fridays

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

Late Nights at the DMA

6pm-midnight. Each Late Night offers hundreds of experiences for visitors of all ages with performances, concerts, readings, film screenings, tours, talks, family programs, and more! Dallas Museum of Art, 1717 North Harwood, Dallas 214-922-1200 www.dma.org

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7-10pm. Make a splash and cool off with some fun away from the sun! Enjoy making beach-y crafts, playing summer games, posing for a photo as you catch a wave and ride the tide, and watching Disney’s Moana (2016, PG). South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Drive, Irving 972721-2606 www.cityofirving.org

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17 | SATURDAY Artisan Market and Dog Day at Viridian

8am-1pm. Come experience all things local Overlook Park at Viridian, 1210 Viridian Park Lane, Arlington 817-200-6543 www.ViridianDFW.com

Natural HealthFest Plano 2017

8am. HealthFest will get your health back on track without resorting to fad diets, pills and surgeries. Richardson Civic Center, 411 W. Arapaho Rd., Richardson www.everfest.com

Fangs! A family festival of herpetological proportions in Dallas 10am-3pm. Learn all about native Texas snakes and other reptiles. Texas Discovery Gardens at Fair Park, 3601 Martin Luther King Boulevard, Dallas www. texasdiscoverygardens.com

If It’s Fixed, It’s Free Adoption Event

10am-5pm. 18 yrs and up with ID. All spayed or neutered animals are free to adopt. Adoption Kennels, 4140 Valley View Lane, Irving www. cityofirving.org

Showtime Saturdays

11:30am. Enjoy the amazing FREE entertainment provided by Galleria Dallas and

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our friends from Slappy’s Playhouse. Dallas Galleria Level 3 Near the Children’s Play Place, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas 972-258-6313 www.slappyandmonday.com

Safari Nights Concert: Ice House

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

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18 | SUNDAY Happy Father’s Day! Dallas Farmers Market Open Daily!

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

Café on the Green at the Dallas Arboretum

11am-4pm. Enjoy BBQ paired with local beers and your special guy 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

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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. Other camps: Jul 10-14 and Jul 17-21. 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.

Member Mondays

9am-5pm. The Zoo opens one hour early, at 9 a.m., every Monday in June – just for Zoo members and their guests. Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth 817-7597555 www.fortworthzoo.org

High School Percussion Camp

9am-5pm. Free of charge. Lunch and music packet provided. Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth 817-212-4200 www. basshall.com

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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.

High School Percussion Camp

9am-5pm. Free of charge. Lunch and music packet provided. Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth 817212-4200 www.basshall.com

Children’s Day at the Theater: Jack and the Beanstalk

2:30pm. Free. All ages. Free performance of the classic story of Jack and the Beanstalk, brought to life by Geppetto’s Theater and a colorful cast of marionettes. Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving 972-252-2787 www. irvingartscenter.com

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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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Survivor Speaker Series

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The Professor Brainius Show

7:30-9:30pm. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-515-6815 www. dallasarboretum.org

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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.

Irving Concert Series 4 Kids â&#x20AC;&#x201C; AndyRoo

10am. Ages: Up to 5 yrs. Family-friendly, outdoor concert. Engage in the magic of singing animals, silly dances and more. Free admission; food for purchase. Gates open at 9 am. Irving Soccer Complex, 3585 World Cup Way, Irving 972-721-2501 www.irvingevents.org. See ad in this issue. JUNE 2017 Let our advertisers know you found them in Irving Parent

9am-5pm. Free of charge. Lunch and music packet provided. Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth 817-212-4200 www. basshall.com

2pm. A wonderful adventure thru the world of Science! Simmons Center of Carr Park, 201 N Ector Drive, Euless 940343-5155 www.teamfamily.com

High School Percussion Camp

4pm. The largest and most spectacular community event to say the least! Celebration Park, 701 Angel Parkway, Allen 214-509-4700 www. cityofallen.org

Cool Thursdays Concert Series: The Limelight Band

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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.

High School Percussion Camp

9am-5pm. Free of charge. Lunch and music packet provided. Bass Performance Hall, 525 Commerce St., Fort Worth 817-212-4200 www. basshall.com

Family Fun Fridays

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

FENCING INSTITUTE OF TEXAS..........................................................20 972-242-0399 • fenceintexas.org IRVING ARTS CENTER................................................................................ 33 irvingartscenter.com IRVING GYMNASTICS....................................................................... 21 & 27 972-254-1914 • irvinggymnastics.net MISS BLOOMINDALE’S ACADEMY........................................................ 9 972-869-9145 • missbloomingdales.com RBR MUZIK.............................................................................................23 & 29 214-446-5225 • rbrmuzik.com REX PROGRAMMING................................................................................... 23 972-215-9962 • rexprogramming.com THE SLOAN SCHOOL.................................................................................. 29 972-659-1199 • thesloanschool.com UTD CHESS CAMP........................................................................................ 32 972-883-4899 • utdallas.edu/chess

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10am-8pm. Meet specialists licensed in western medicine whose focus is geared toward holistic living. Plano Centre, 2000 E Spring Creek Parkway, Plano 972-941-5840 www. holisticfestivaloflife.com

Affordable Vaccinations for Pets – No Appointments Needed

10am-12pm. Full set of annual vaccinations for cat or dog just $25. Other services also available for extra fee. Irving Animal Care Campus, 4140 Valley View Lane, Irving www. cityofirving.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

Irving Concert Series – Jay B and The Zydesco Posse

7pm. All ages. Includes a tribute to Louis Armstrong. Bring a blanket and cooler and enjoy live music. Whistlestop Plaza, 123 W. Irving Blvd., Irving www.cityofirving.org

24 | SATURDAY African Music Fest

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

Northwest Spray Park

11am-8pm. Cool off in the fountains and spray features! Northwest Spray Park, 2800 Cheyenne Street, Irving www. cityofirving.com

Lit’s Alive: Little Prince Tea

2-3:30pm. All ages. Journey with the little prince to craft stations inspired by each character of Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s beloved novel to design rose pens, screenprinted pencil pouches, magnetic bookmarks and galaxy notepads. South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Drive, Irving 972-721-2606 www. ccityofirving.org

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 African Music Fest

Irving Dog Park

Sunrise-Sunset. Take your pooch out to play! City of Irving Dog Park, 4140 Valley View Lane, Irving www.cityofirving.org

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

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29 | THURSDAY Cool Thursdays Concert Series: Fleetwood Max NEW 7:30-9:30pm. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, 8525 Garland Road, Dallas 214-515-6815 www. dallasarboretum.org

30 | FRIDAY Monday in June – just for Zoo members and their guests. Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth 817-7597555 www.fortworthzoo.org

The Professor Brainius Show

3pm. Have fun with Professor Brainius. University Park Public Library, 8383 Preston Center Plaza, University Park 940343-5155 www.teamfamily.com

27 | TUESDAY Southwest Spray Park 11am-8pm. Cool off in the fountains and spray features! Southwest Spray Park, 2800 Shady Grove Road, Irving www.cityofirving.com

Northwest Spray Park

11am-8pm. Cool off in the fountains and spray features! Northwest Spray Park, 2800 Cheyenne Street, Irving www. cityofirving.com

Family Fun Fridays 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

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National Geographic Photo Ark Exhibition at the Dallas Zoo 9am-5pm. Dallas Zoo, 650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas www.dallaszoo.com/ exhibits-experiences/nationalgeographic-photo-ark/

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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?”

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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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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.

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