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9 Top Gifts for New Moms

Making life a little easier.

10 Safe Posing Practices

for Newborn Portraits Behind the scenes.

23 child 16 The Allergy-Friendly Birthday Party

Plan before hosting or attending.

18 Easy Birthday Parties

baby 12 First Birthday Bliss Planning the perfect first birthday.

photo courtesy of Kara Weber

14 Top 5 Gifts for Newborns

New gadgets for your little one.

Themes for boys and girls.

38 Gift Etiquette

Unique ideas for different budgets.

53 Controlling the

Chaos at Birthday Parties Tips and tricks to stay calm.

20 Birthday at Daycare Planning a celebration involving childcare.

58 Calming the Party Pressure

Keeping the stress out of the celebration.

57 Party Like a Smarty Planning an educational themed birthday bash.

61 Budget Friendly Tips for Your Birthday Celebrations

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23 Birthday Party Directory

All you need to know the to plan the perfect party!

family 54 Hosting a Green Birthday Party

Environmentally friendly party ideas.

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Birthday ideas that won’t break the bank.

15 Planning a First A Mom’s Perspective.

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We recently put a call out for expectant parents who would like to do a gender reveal courtesy of ‘Hood Magazine! The May family from Luverne, Minnesota was chosen and they were willing to let us follow along for the party!

Rebekah and her husband Joseph work in Sioux Falls and Brandon and have a little boy named Lee who is 19 months old. When they found out they were expecting their second child, they knew they wanted to do something special.

“With the second one, you don’t have a baby shower and at first I didn’t want to know until baby came,” said Rebekah. “But then we wanted to

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make it a surprise for our family and I wanted to do a little celebration with this one.”

The Mays received a special cake from Sugar’s Baked Goods and Sweet Treats and these great images captured by studiofotografie.

“Seeing family together and having that bond is the biggest thing that me and my husband looked forward to,” said Rebekah. “And being able to share the news before the big news of baby arriving.”

The Mays are expecting a baby girl to arrive in early August. Congratulations from all of us at ‘Hood! n

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Safe Posing Practices for

Newborn Portraits Congratulations! You’ve brought a new little life into this world and its time to celebrate your beautiful baby! One of the first exciting things most parents do upon bringing baby home is start taking baby’s first portraits.There are so many options out there to document this amazing time – and choosing a professional photographer might be your safest option.

Safety of your baby is most important. Many times you see images of newborns in poses that, without proper support, are not safe. Images where babies head is in hands, or where baby is suspended, should ALWAYS be photographed as a composite, meaning a hand is always in the image for baby’s safety and is then edited out. This new little life is so important and safely capturing your images should always be a priority.

Pinterest can be a really fun place to get inspiration, but keep in mind that putting baby in a pumpkin in the fall, or wrapping him or her in holiday lights can be very dangerous. Many times, professionals will photograph baby and then edit them into certain situations. Such images, when done correctly and

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focusing on baby’s safety, are actually composites created using Photoshop.

Also, because newborns have a startle reflex, baby should never be suspended or lying on a high surface without full support, as they can startle, or roll.

Baby’s neck should always be supported as well.

The best rule of thumb: if you or your photographer do not have the experience with a certain pose you’ve found, simplify it. Simple, classic images can stand the test of time without using props or poses that can date the image, or be unsafe. We’ve all seen those “Pinterest fails” pictures. Keep it simple and your images will be timeless. n

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by Alexandra Mattern, Serendipitous Events by Jessica

First Birthday Bliss:

Planning the Perfect First Birthday Life is a celebration each and every day. We love celebrating life with birthdays of all ages- and with all themes of course! After planning many birthdays, there are some tips that we think you should know. First birthday’s can be especially exciting. We want to provide you with some tips on planning the perfect birthday party for your little one.

Be sure to start the planning process about two months in advance.

Two Months:

All photos courtesy of Serendipitous Events by Jessica and Becca Marie Photography

Some of the beginning tasks will seem quite mediocre, but will serve as a big part in the planning of the party.

The first thing you’ll want to do is think of a fun theme, create a Pinterest board (remember that not everything on Pinterest is realistic!), think of vendors you like, call a planner and make a guest list. Although a birthday party can be done without a planner, they will help lead and guide you through the planning process. Next, you’ll want to think about the venue. The venue should be booked two months in advance to ensure the availability unless using your own home.

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Three Weeks: It’s time to send out invites. The theme can be implemented in the invitations, and this a great way to set the tone for the party! Once you’ve got the venue booked and the invites out, start thinking about food, decorations and photography. This day only happens once in your child’s lifetime, so be sure you’ve got someone who’s able to capture all the exciting moments of the day. When thinking of food, try new and unique snacks for the kids. The theme can be implemented in the food as well, such as matching the color of the punch to the theme’s color.

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Remember, if you hire a planner this is something they have drafted and ready to set up.

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by Lindsey Bendix, Eddy Joy Baby Boutique

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Pacifiers are great at calming a fussy baby. Pacifiers with a plush animal attached are even better! Wubbanubs or Paci-Plushies are fun and practical gifts for a newborn.

A helpful gift for a newborn is the kimono-style onesie.

It’s easy to put on without the need to go over baby’s head and will cause less irritation to the umbilical cord stump with snaps on the side.

Playtime is crucial for a baby’s development.

An activity gym will provide baby with multi-sensory play that will aid in every stage of development.

Swaddling is a popular way to settle down a newborn by mimicking the security of the womb. Swaddles such as the Woombie or Zen Swaddle make great newborn gifts! n

Bath time is made more convenient with the Blooming Bath.

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by Randi Pederson, Max’s Mom

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Planning a First Birthday: A Mom’s Perspective

When did you start planning the first birthday party? I started thinking about it when

Did you set a budget?

Max was six months old! I talked to my husband to decide what we wanted for his birthday. At two months out we got our guest list together and sent Evites to everyone (I mailed ones to people who don’t have email). Then I started looking for a place to have it. Most hotels were booked! If you’re going to plan a party on the weekend in Sioux Falls – book months in advance!

Yes, budget friendly! I had a friend take pictures for me, I bought fondant animals for the cake, but made it myself. For decorations, I bought from a local store, but decorated the display table only (not the whole room). I emailed invitations and used some leftover paper plates and napkins.

Where did you go? I decided on a local hotel with

Why did you decide to go all out for the first birthday? It’s a first birthday-it only happens

a water park. We rented a suite where our family could sit around and not have to be in the loud, humid pool area. The party itself was held in the breakfast area at the hotel. It was more roomy with everyone in there for cake and presents.

once! I wanted to share the joy of Max’s first year with all my family and friends. It is a lot of work the day of the party taking care of your one year old and being a hostess of the party, but it was worth it! I loved seeing all the smiles and laughs from everyone.

How many people did you invite? We invited 50+ people. We have family from Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

I also made a photo tower for everyone to see pictures from his first year. I took monthly photos and put those on one side. It was a great way to share memories of the past year! n

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by Sanford Health

The Allergy-Friendly Birthday Party Birthday parties are a staple of childhood, but for parents of kids with allergies, they can also be rather stressful. Worrying about whether your child will be exposed to his or her trigger allergen will make the day anything but fun. However, by following a few simple tips, you can plan or send your kid to any party.

More than eight percent of children in the United States have allergies. They can range from mild to severe and can occur due to contact with peanuts, milk, eggs, fish, wheat and soy. And while some kids will grow out of them, many will last their entire lives. But Sanford pediatric gastroenterologist Brock Doubledee, DO, wants parents to know that having allergies doesn’t have to hold your child back from having fun with friends.

“Communication is key on both sides,” says Dr. Doubledee. “If you are the parent of a child with allergies, talk to the host and inform them of your child’s allergy and how severe it is. Also it’s important they know how your child will react. Sometimes allergens affect people immediately, but other times you won’t know something is wrong for up two hours.”

If your child needs an EpiPen, be sure he or she has it at all times and that an adult at the party knows how to use it.

“They aren’t as simple as a regular shot,” says Dr. Doubledee. “You have to forcefully insert it and then hold it there for at least 10 seconds so all of the medication can be properly injected.”

If you are hosting the party, there are a number of things you can do to make sure the EpiPen isn’t

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needed. If you are cooking food for a child with allergies, make sure you do it first and then cover it. Also lower cross-contamination risk by washing your hands thoroughly before handling the food.

“Washing with soap and water is important,” says Dr. Doubledee. “I’m not sure if people realize that using a hand sanitizer won’t remove the allergen from your skin. You have to use soap and water.”

Using these simple tips will help you throw a fun and inclusive party for all your child’s guests. n

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by Megan Randall, Gala by Megan

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Themes for Boys and Girls

You still have three months before your son or daughter’s birthday, yet it seems the same question is already being asked of you on a daily basis…”What are we going to do for my birthday, Mom?!”.

Kids look forward to this day all yearlong and they want a party to remember. All it takes is a little creativity and imagination. The hottest trends in birthday parties are all about participation. The décor is fun and looks great, but the children want to be included in the theme.

Your daughter and her friend’s can dress up as movie stars for the night in a “Hollywood” themed party, complete with a makeup table, red carpet and paparazzi. Everything from the invi-

tations being their ticket in, to the pictures of themselves they can take home at the end of the night…playing the part to the very end is key.

And what boy doesn’t want to BECOME his favorite Minecraft character? Some cardboard boxes and paint is all it takes for your son and his friends to create their very own, real life Minecraft experience in the backyard.

So whether you get them busy in a Lego building competition or have them create their own spa for the day, get the kids involved! Let them be a part of the planning. After all, who knows more about what a kid wants…than a kid! n

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by Kara Weber, Creative/Events Director

Are You a

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Here are some ideas: Decorate shirts, water bottles, hats, crowns, fairy wings, or capes. Make jewelry or other wearable items for a party activity. Then it becomes a project and a party favor.

Superhero capes worn at the party can be made from a decorated pillowcase that can be used later at home for both, a cape or a pillowcase.

Parents of birthday children feel the need to send party guests home with their own huge collection of bobbles and trinkets. In many cases, parents of attendees dread the piles of candy and trinket toys that end up cluttering children’s rooms and are never played with.

But don’t worry! Child birthday party etiquette says that party favors really are not necessary. Amazingly, most parents won’t be upset when their child doesn’t come home with a bag full of bouncy balls or character rings. The party experience alone should be all that a child should expect from a family hosting a party.

It is important to teach your child to attend parties to celebrate their friend’s special day, not to get stuff.

For those who feel the need to send your party guests home with something, here are two guidelines to keep in mind.

1. H ave the party favor be a part of the party experience, or a party activity.

2. F orgo small trinkets and large amounts of candy for one larger more useful item that costs the same as other smaller items would have, it is not about quantity, but usefulness.

Build your own light sabers from pool noodles and duct tape, use them for party games and activities and send them home at the end of the party.

At a camping party, decorate a hiking stick or marshmallow roaster. Use it, and then send it home!

Decorate cookies or cupcakes! This can be a great activity and party favor you can send home. Parents are ok with this because once the cookie is gone; there is no clutter leftover.

Costumes, hats, or masks a child makes and uses as part of the celebration are considered a party favor.

A box of crayons, some play dough, or sidewalk chalk can make a great balloon weight and party favor that will get use outside of the party more than your average trinket. Try to avoid slime, paint or other messy items kids cannot use without supervision.

A party passport or activity badge that has activities to check off can also be a low-cost DIY memento from a party. Kids will remember all they did and share the stories with their parents when they get home. It also helps guests know what to expect next. n

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by Lori Braley, Apple Tree Children’s Centers

Childcare

Your child’s birthday is a milestone you’ll want to celebrate with everyone. Childcare is such a big part of your child’s life, you might want to share the celebration with them, but how should it be handled? Daycare/childcare parties shouldn’t be a problem as long as you keep a few things in mind and follow your center’s guidelines.

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Communicate: First, talk to the director and your child’s caregiver to find out what is acceptable. Most places want to help celebrate your child’s big day! Finding out ahead of time what can be done will make it a lot easier for all involved. Make sure to get a count of the children in your child’s class and then start planning. Larger centers could have as many as 30 in a classroom, while an in-home center could have far less.

Most daycares will like you to keep it simple, this is not a home party where you can invite your great uncle Harold to join you and it’s not an event party where you can expect your child’s teacher to dress up and make balloon animals for everyone. Keep it simple.

Setting the stage: Most centers have a set schedule and don’t really have the time for a huge party for every child. Keep decorations to a minimum.

Something sweet to eat: Find out the daycare’s policy on food brought in from the outside. Most places have gone to nut-free pre-packaged items, instead of home baked items. Also, consider avoiding cake as it creates a mess and more work for the staff.

It is better to give than to receive: Although most children associate birthday’s with presents, daycare is probably not the place for them. Instead, consider buying your child’s favorite book for the class and writing a dedication commemorating their special day on the inside cover.

The party is over: Be sure and thank everyone, including the staff, for helping to celebrate your child’s special day. If you should send home goodie bags, or favors be sure to include ones for any child that might have missed that day. In daycare we don’t want anyone to feel left out. n

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Do you want to WIN? It’s easy ... go to www.thehoodmagazine.com to register your child’s name, age, birthdate and your contact information. Each month we will choose one winner from the entries.We plan to announce winners in the magazine each month.

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We want to spread the Birthday CHEER all over the Sioux Empire! All Star Family Fun is excited to give away an inflatable birthday party EACH MONTH to one special birthday boy or girl.

We want to wish local kids the Happiest of Birthday’s each month so we will congratulate our monthly winner and list others that submitted their names here. Pretty big stuff to see your name in print!

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Are you looking for some tips and tricks to pull off that perfect birthday bash without all the stress, hassle and expense? You don’t have to break the bank to go all out for your child’s next birthday party.

Big, or small, there are plenty of options for everyone to pull off the perfect party for your child and your family. Use this guide as a starting point to gather ideas before planning the next party.

‘Hood’s 5th Annual Birthday Party issue is packed full of great ideas, photos, articles and birthday party location ideas that will make your planning process smooth and seamless.

How do you balance it all when it comes to party planning? We would love to hear from you on our Facebook page, or our website www.thehoodmagazine.com.

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Julie Prairie Photography www.julieprairie.com Phone: (605) 359-6640 Location: 400 N. Main Ave. Suite 203, Sioux Falls, SD Ages: 1 year Price: $75 session Description: Celebrate your child’s first year with ‘The Ultimate First Birthday Cake Smash Session’ at Julie Prairie Photography. Your session includes a deluxe cake from QT Cakes, customized to coordinate with our backgrounds and your special outfits, to create portraits as unique as your child. Let us design a stunning canvas collage, or a keepsake album with images from your session that will be cherished memories for a lifetime.

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Shaina Photography www.shainaphotography.com Phone: (605) 323-5153 Location: Sioux Falls and surrounding areas Ages: 1-17 Price: $150-$300 Description: Shaina Photography captures all of the laughter, the smiles, the creative –details and all of the fun!

Each party package includes full party coverage (2-4 hours), an online gallery for one month, and 50-100 high resolution digital image downloads.

Call or e-mail for additional information on packages.

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studiofotografie www.studiofotografie.net Phone: (605) 336-0349 Location: 311 S. Phillips Ave. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: Newborn and up Price: $100+ Description: studiofotografie is a full service portrait studio located in beautiful downtown Sioux Falls. We specialize in maternity, newborn, children and family portraits. We use studio and natural light as well as a focus on traditional and photojournalistic lifestyle photography. Have an upcoming event?

Contact us for availability and pricing!

Sweets and Treats Edible Arrangements www.ediblearrangements.com Phone: (605) 610-6633 Location: 5019 S. Western Ave. Suite 170, Sioux Falls, SD Ages: All Ages Price: Varies Description: The Edible Arrangements birthday line is a vast one ranging from a two person bouquet to over 30 people bouquets. You can choose from our children’s line, our cupcake line, fresh-tini line, or our everyday occasion line. The greatness about Edible Arrangements for birthdays is that everybody loves fruit, especially kids.

You can add chocolate to the strawberries; chocolate dipped bananas, chocolate apple wedges, or chocolate apple truffles. Any of the fruit experts at Edible Arrangements in Sioux Falls can help make it a WOW factor gift.

The Cookie Cutter www.cookiecutterbakery.org Phone: (605) 332-2090 Location: West 51st St. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: All Ages Price: Starts at $10 for a dozen cupcakes.

Description: The Cookie Cutter offers cakes, cupcakes, cookie cakes, cookies and bars for your child’s big day—all without preservatives and at very reasonable prices. The “giant cupcake” serves 12-14 for under $20.

The Cookie Cutter can also bake your cookies in 400 different cutter shapes-we can even custom-make a cookie cutter! We are a proud employer of people supported by LifeScape.

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The Event Company www.TheEventCompanySD.com Phone: (605) 366-7022 Location: Sioux Falls and surrounding areas Ages: All Ages Price: Varies Description: Let The Event Company plan a signature birthday party celebration for your family. Each birthday party package is customizable based on the theme and includes styling, décor, games, activities, menu planning and fun favors to take home. The Event Company takes care of all of the details and day-of-event coordination so that you can spend time with your guests.

Call for a complimentary consultation and to learn more about how to make your celebration memorable.

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Sweets and Treats QT Cakes www.qtcakes.net Phone: (605) 838-2253 Location: 127 W. 10th St. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: All Ages Price: Varies Description: QT Cakes provides customers with custom cakes, sugar cookie cutouts, or cupcakes for any occasion.

We offer a variety of flavors and fillings.

We also give a free smash cake for first birthdays with purchase of main cake.

ABC Rentals Special Events www.abcrentalsmidwest.com Phone: (605) 332-4222 Location: 3501 S. Minnesota Ave. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: All Ages Price: Varies Description: We rent tables, tents, chairs, lighting, dishes, linens, concession equipment, staging, dance floors, candy bar, vases and food service items (coffee pots, chaffing pans, heat lamps, etc.).

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Tonna’s Cakes www.tonnascakes.com Phone: (605) 321-5418 Location: Sioux Falls and surrounding area Ages: All Ages Price: Varies Description: Tonna’s Cakes provides customers with custom cakes, cake pops, cookies or cupcakes for any occasion. Licensed and health inspected.

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Bounce Around Inflatables LLC. sdfun.us Phone: (605) 310-9529 Location: 46930 Cody Trl. Tea, SD Ages: All Ages Price: Varies Description: Inflatables of all sizes (bouncers, slides, water slides, obstacle courses, mechanical games, carnival games, cotton candy and popcorn machines, tables, tents and chair rentals). Indoor Facility available!

Carolan Rental & N-Flatable Fun www.carolanrental.com Phone: (605) 366-7368 Location: 620 N. Cliff Ave. Harrisburg, SD Ages: All Ages Price: Summer Specials $85 for jumpers and $150 for jumper slide combos Description: We are one of the largest entertainment rental stores in the Midwest with over 200 inflatable and interactive games to choose from.

We a have over 60 tents of all different sizes and we carry tables, chairs and much more. We just moved into our new facility with over 14,000 square feet and are working on the ‘Fun Zone’ where you can have any type of event.

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All Star Family Fun www.allstarfamilyfun.com Phone: (605) 595-5655 Location: Sioux Falls and surrounding area Ages: All Ages Price: $125-$1,295 Description: All Star Family Fun carries bounce houses, obstacle courses, photo booths, laser tag, interactive games, concession machines, mini golf, dunk tank, live character/mascot appearances and more! We are the perfect choice for entertainment for birthday parties, family reunions, proms/after-proms, corporate parties, town festivals, school events, church fundraisers and daycares. Schools and non-profits receive a 15% discount.

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charActors www.charActorsProductions.com Phone: N/A Location: Sioux Falls and surrounding area Ages: 10 and under Price: Packages starting at $60 Description: Princesses, heroes, pirates and more! Let our actors bring your favorite characters to life! Perfected portrayals and quality performances that are sure to make your child’s birthday one they will never forget. With handmade costumes, personalized activities and seasoned performers, your favorite characters will step right out of their stories and into your party!

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Phone: (605) 212-0400 Location: Sioux Falls and surrounding area Ages: 5 and up Price: $110 for up to 10 kids ($5 for each additional child) Description: A unique and fun party idea! Choose your favorite theme and Paige will bring an hour’s worth of hands-on activities to the location of your choice. Each theme includes “make & take” items, games, and/or demonstrations. Choose from one of 13 themes, or choose from our “A la Carte” list to create the perfect mix of activities! Some of our themes include Super Spies, Birthday Beauty, Hawaiian Luau, Freezing Fun, Superhero Academy, and Sticky Science.

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Superstar Tumblebus www.superstartumblebus.com Phone: (605) 201-5076 Location: Sioux Falls and surrounding area Ages: 3-7 Price: $100+ Description: The Superstar Tumblebus makes planning your child’s birthday party easy! We drive right to your party location and have the bus decorated in your choice of one of our party themes.

After the children board the bus, they go through several circuits, take a short break for juice and birthday games and end with a ride down the zip line.

We do parties year round! Contact the Superstar Tumblebus for your child’s next party!

Children’s Museum of South Dakota www.prairieplay.org Phone: (605) 692-6700 Location: 521 4th St. Brookings, SD Ages: 1-12 Prices: $250-non members, $200-members Description: Parties include 1½ hours in the museum private party room, museum admission for up to 20 guests (including adult chaperones), a themed birthday cake, refreshments and tableware, a staff member to guide themed activities, set-up and clean up, and playtime in the museum with a ratio of one adult for every five children.

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All American Gymnastics & Inflatables www.allamericangymnastics.com Phone: (605) 334-4311 Location: 3009 S. Phillips Ave. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: 3-12 Price: $170 for up to 12 children ($10 for each additional child) Description: 1 hour of playtime with up to seven inflatables, in-ground trampolines, safety foam pit, and sky swing. Every party will have the gym to themselves and 45 minutes in their own private party room following playtime.

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Catering is available through the museum’s Café Coteau (outside catering not allowed). Choose from a variety of themes.

County Fair Fun Company gocountyfair.com Phone: (605) 582-8004 Location: 204 S. Splitrock Blvd.

Brandon, SD Ages: All Ages Price: Varies

Description: The County Fair Fun Company offers loads of fun for kids and group outings. From arcade games to inflatables and bumper cars, we have it all. We are connected to the Pizza Ranch and specialize in birthday parties. Reservations for groups are recommended as we have several party rooms available. Call us today to book your party and inquire about group/birthday party packages.

Year-round FUN at the County Fair!

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Play dome Bumper cars Basketball court Interactive games Shooting center Inflatables Multi-player games Pizza Ranch Pizza Prizes and more!

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Venues Creative Spirits www.CreativeSpiritsSF.com Phone: (605) 553-9493 Location: 224 S. Main Ave. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: 5 and up Price: $25 per canvas Description: Come join us in the painting fun! Our professional artist will guide everyone step by step through the featured painting! Find your creative side and choose your own colors for any painting. All of your friends will take home their own painted souvenir and will talk about how fun it was for weeks afterwards.

Dakotah Lodge www.dakotahlodge.com Phone: (605) 322-2000 Location: 3200 W. Russell St. Sioux Falls, SD

Ages: All Ages Price: $100 for 10 children/swimmers Description: New beautiful indoor pool with 167 foot waterslide, large spa, a zero depth entry kids splash area with water fall features.

Dakota Spirit www.dakotaspirit.com Phone: (605) 373-0414 Location: 3910 W. 59th St. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: 3 and up Price: $125+ Description: You’ll have the best party filled with 2 hours of fun! We’ll customize it JUST FOR YOU! Jump, tumble, play games, cheer, dance, stunt and have a blast! Tell us what you want and we’ll get it done! Our party planners will make it a day to remember! We didn’t forget about the boys! Come and have a football themed party! 12,000 square feet of fun! Trampolines, games, tumble pit, party room, music and more!

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Hoover’s Martial Arts – Brandon www.brandonmartialarts.com Phone: (605) 582-8620 Location: 1124 E. Holly Blvd.

Brandon, SD Ages: 5-12 Price: $179 Description: Get a kick out of your next birthday party with Hoover’s Martial Arts – Brandon! Up to 12 guests get our entire facility to themselves for an entire hour as they learn how to punch and kick like a black belt.

Parties are led by one of our nationally certified instructors who will make sure everybody gets a great workout while having fun learning important taekwondo basics. Guaranteed to be a birthday unlike any other!

Museum of Visual Materials www.sfmvm.com Phone: (605) 271-9500 Location: 500 North Main Ave. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: 3 and up Price: $200+ Description: The Museum of Visual Materials offers Imagination Playground, big blue blocks in many unique shapes and sizes to create your very own playground. Lego Creation Station is stocked with tons of Legos and a Lego table ready to start building.

MoVM also offers an optional arts and craft session and a large dollhouse filled with Barbie’s and accessories.

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Oh My Cupcakes! www.ohmycupcakes.com Phone: (605) 310-6742 Location: 5015 S. Western Ave. Suite 290 Sioux Falls, SD Ages: 4-12 Price: $13.50-$15 per child, minimum of six children per party Description: Celebrate your next birthday at Oh My Cupcakes! We handle everything for you, including the mess! Party includes a tour of our Magical Cupcake Kitchen, two cupcakes to decorate (one to eat here during the party, and one to take home), and time for games and gifts.

Our Gourmet Party includes beverage, craft, and a few “extras.” For dates and times, visit our website.

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Venues Sanford Wellness Center www.sanfordwellness.com Phone: (605) 328-1600 Location: 4201 S. Oxbow Ave. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: All Ages Price: $50+ Description: We offer a main pool party, private pool party, kids Zumba party or walleyball party. All parties include time in our cafe for gift opening and cake. Cakes can be ordered at Simon’s Café.

SCHEELS IcePlex www.scheelsiceplex.com Phone: (605) 271-7539 Location: 4300 Bobhalla Dr. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: All Ages Price: $179 Description: Your birthday party includes up to 10 skaters (skate rental

included) and three pizzas, pop, table coverings and paper products. The guest of honor will receive a souvenir t-shirt and a free skate pass to use in the future. You can bring your own dessert. No other outside food, or drinks allowed.

Birthday, Graduation and Mother’s Day cakes at the Cookie Cutter!

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Venues Sioux Falls Canaries www.sfcanaries.com Phone: (605) 336-6060 Location: Sioux Falls Stadium Ages: 1-12 Price: $149 Description: Spend your child’s birthday at the Birdcage with Cagey and the Canaries. Each package comes with 10 tickets, 10 hot dogs, 10 sodas, and 10 Culver’s custard tokens plus special gifts like a free t-shirt & mini bat for the birthday child!

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Washington Pavilion www.washingtonpavilion.org Phone: (605) 367-6000 Location: 301 S. Main Ave. Sioux Falls, SD Ages: 4-12 Price: Starting at $148.50 for up to 12 youth guests and 2 adults Description: Parties include an hour of fun, hands-on activities led by your personal party host, a private party room for you and your guests, admission to the Kirby Science Discovery Center for guests, a gift for the birthday girl or boy, decorations and paper goods, set-up, and clean up. We do the work, you just have fun! For ages 4-7: Little Princess, Dino Adventure Roar, or Pirate Pals.

For ages 8-12: (Fun)-omenal Science, Glamour Girls, or Out of This World.

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Wild Water West Waterpark www.wildwaterwest.com Phone: (605) 361-9313 Location: 5 miles west of Sioux Falls on 41st Street Ages: All Ages Price: Varies Description: Reserved tables for 1 hour in the birthday party picnic area, special gift for the birthday child, and includes a meal (pizza, small pop, and ice cream treat) per person.

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All Birthday Package Prices include: • Wild Water West Admission: Unlimited access to the wave pool, complete waterpark, go-karts, bumper boats, mini-golf, batting cages, and sand volleyball.

• Reserved tables for 1 hour in the Birthday Party Pavilion.

• Party Invitations. Available to download online.

• A special gift for the birthday child.

• Meal: Pizza, small pop, and ice cream treat.

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Reservations must be made at least 24 hrs. in advance. Parties are scheduled on any regular operating day (subject to availability). Customer may bring their own birthday cake but must provide plates, forks, & napkins. Birthday parties must all arrive together at ticket booth to receive birthday rates. A min. of 5 guests is required to take advantage of these birthday party packages. Birthday party packages can’t be combined with any other offer, discount, or promotion.

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Birthday Party Gift Etiquette Birthdays are such an exciting time for children.They wait all year for their special day and their special birthday party. Who will they invite? What will their theme be this year? What do they want for gifts? Sometimes, birthday parties can become very stressful for the parents, especially when it comes to presents.

Kids, particularly school-aged, get invited to birthday parties all the time. It can be a struggle to know what is an appropriate present to give them. The gift can depend on many different factors; what’s the age of the child? How close are they to them? Many people can’t afford to provide an extravagant birthday present for each birthday party that their child gets invited to. A good price range to keep in mind would be anywhere between $10 to $30 dollars.

Again, many factors go into choosing an appropriate present for a birthday party.

Lately, it’s been a trend for the birthday kid to ask for presents to give away to another charity. It’s amazing to see the compassion that some of these kids have for other people. If you are the parent of the birthday kid and they have requested this, it’s easy to get the word out to the invited guests. A statement like this works well. “In lieu of presents, Tyler has asked for gifts to be donated to (insert name). You can find a list of their requested donation items on their website.” There are a number of organizations that are always looking for donations. Try a children’s hospital, or even an animal shelter.

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Creative presents can be an interactive and fun way to save money, while still providing a present the child will love. If the birthday party is for a classmate, try a movie package! Find a DVD in the $5 section, add a bag of popcorn, a bag of candy, and a drink! It’s simple, it’s inexpensive, and you won’t have to shop for hours trying to find that ‘perfect’ present. If they are going to a family member’s birthday, it is accept-

able to put a little more money and thought into the present. Sometimes gift cards can be the greatest present a kid could ask for. Add a wallet or little coin purse, and it’s the perfect present!

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In-ground trampolines! Safety Foam Pit! 1 hour in the gym with select INFLATABLES! 45 minutes in a party room - to enjoy cake, food, presents, or anything you choose to bring.

• A staff member on site to ensure safety and fun!

This is all yours for $170 plus tax

You may bring up to 12 children and if more than 12 children attend, it’s only $10 for each additional child. To reserve your party, there is a $50.00 non-refundable deposit which goes towards your balance.

Our Inflatable Birthday Parties are full of running, jumping, swinging FUN!

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SUMMER SCHEDULE: MAY 26 - AUGUST 15 The annual registration fee is $25.00 for the first child and $14.00 for each additional family member.

The fee is due for new and returning families at the beginning of the member’s year and is nonrefundable.

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THURSDAY 10:00-10:50

Walking to 6 years (10 punches/card) do not expire 1 Card: $80 or 2 cards: $130

LITTLE DIPPERS

10:00-10:50 11:00-11:50 6:00-6:50 7:00-7:50

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1 Class/week Cost: $73/mo 2 Class/week Cost: $127.75/mo

PETITE ELITE Eval. Required 1 Class/week Cost: $102/mo 2 Class/week Cost: $163.20/mo BEGINNERS 6-12 yr. old 1 Class/week Cost: $73/mo 2 Class/week Cost: $127.75/mo SUPER STAR BOYS 5-6 yr. old 1 Class/week Cost: $73/mo 2 Class/week Cost: $127.75/mo

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HOT SHOTS

Invite Only 1 Class/week Cost: $123/mo 2 Class/week Cost: $196.80/mo

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1 Class/week Cost: $73/mo 2 Class/week Cost: $127.75/mo

INT-ADV TUMBLE

Evaluation Required 1 Class/week Cost: $73/mo 2 Class/week Cost: $127.75/mo

OPEN GYM

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June 13th

9:00am -12:00pm

8th Annual

BREAKFAST AT THE FARM

Hosted by the Ode Family 48170 266th St., Brandon, SD

Directions from Brandon: 5 miles south on SD Hwy 11 to SD Hwy 42, 1/4 mile east on Hwy 42.

Directions from Sioux Falls: Follow 10th St. / Hwy 42 east out of Sioux Falls for 4 miles.

Phil Baker

Performances at 10am & 11am

Visitors get to:

• Tour the dairy farm • See baby calves Parking: 0 266th St Brandon, SD Parking is at Preheim Lawn & Landscape • Get a free lunch located at 48130 SD-42, Brandon, watch for• Fuel Up To Play 60 kids • Enjoy kids activities 00 am signs!

– DoA shuttle Re Let’s will takePlay guests from the area to the farm.

• Make Take crafts • Tours of the& dairy dren’s parking Entertainers Perform provided by ‘Hood parking is available at 30 am –Handicapped Free lunch to start being • Baby calves Magazine Royawood Farms at 48170 266th St, Brandon

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Tuesday, May 5

5:00 PM-8:00 PM Pavilion Free First Fridays Washington Pavilion

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials

6:30 PM-7:20 PM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy Punch card purchase required Ages walking-6yrs, $80/$130

10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime- Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys

Saturday, May 2 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park 9:00 AM-9:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy Ages walking-6yrs (Punch card purchase required), $80/$130 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Arrowhead Barn Open House Arrowhead Barn 10:15 AM-11:00 AM Pavilion Story Time: Down by the Pond Washington Pavilion 12:00 PM-5:00 PM The Little Things Birth and Baby Expo Sioux Falls Convention Center $5 at the door $3 in advance 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Open Family Swim EmBe Youth $4.25, Adult $7.25, Family $12.75 2:00 PM-5:00 PM Find Your EDGE Event Grades 1-6- Robotics & Game Design Demos Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls

10:05 AM-10:35 AM Lapsit Prairie West Library

Wednesday, May 6 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy Punch card purchase required Ages walking-6yrs, $80/$130 10:05 AM-10:40 AM Preschool Storytime Preregistration Required (Ages 3-5) Prairie West Library 3:00 PM-4:00 PM Dare To Be...Wednesdays Prairie West Library

Thursday, May 7 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy Punch card purchase required Ages walking-6yrs, $80/$130 1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Mutch Women’s Center for Health Enrichment

3:15 PM-5:00 PM Afternoon Amusement Prairie West Library 7:00 PM-9:00 PM Rock The Night Hilton Garden Inn, Downtown Sioux Falls Student with ID: $20, General Admission $30, VIP: $45

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Friday, May 8 6:30 PM-7:20 PM Little All Stars Ages walking-6yrs (Punch card purchase required) All American Gymnastics Academy, $80/$130 7:00 PM-9:00 PM Friday Night Lights Dakota Spirit $7 Dakota Spirit members/ $10 non-members

Saturday, May 9 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park 9:00 AM-9:50 AM Little All Stars Ages walking-6yrs (Punch card purchase required) All American Gymnastics Academy, $80/$130 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Going Back to Work Support Group Educated Mommy 10:00 AM-7:00 PM South Dakota Miss Amazing Pageant 2015 Pageant for Girls and Women with Disabilities Edith Mortenson Theatre at Augustana College $10 Donation for Attending Pageant Finals 11:00 AM-7:00 PM Cinco De Mayo Fiesta Falls Park 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Open Family Swim EmBe Youth $4.25, Adult $7.25, Family $12.75

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Tuesday, May 12 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime- Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys

Wednesday, May 13 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy Punch card purchase required Ages walking-6yrs, $80

Thursday, May 14 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars All American Gymnastics Academy Punch card purchase required Ages walking-6yrs, $80

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Friday, May 15 6:30 PM-7:20 PM Little All Stars Ages walking-6yrs (Punch card purchase required) All American Gymnastics Academy, $80/$130

Saturday, May 16 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Sea & Sky Sertoma Butterfly House Included with regular admission

Monday, May 18 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Robotics Course 101 Grades 1-4 Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls, $149

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11:30 AM-1:00 PM Robotics Course 201 Grades 4-6 Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls $199 1:30 PM-2:30 PM Robotics Course 102 Grade 1-4 Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls , $149 3:00 PM-4:30 PM Game Design 101 Grade 3-5 Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls $199

Tuesday, May 19 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime- Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys

Wednesday, May 20 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars Ages walking-6yrs (Punch card purchase required) All American Gymnastics Academy, $80/$130 10:05 AM-10:40 AM ToddlerTime Ronning Library 11:00 AM-12:30 PM Game Design 101 Grade 3-5 Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls $199.00 1:30 PM-2:30 PM Robotics Course 101 Grade 1-4 Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls $149.00 3:00 PM-4:30 PM Robotics Course 201 Grades 4-6 Sylvan Learning of Sioux Falls $199.00

Thursday, May 21 10:00 AM-10:50 AM Little All Stars Ages walking-6yrs (Punch card purchase required) All American Gymnastics Academy, $80/$130 10:15 AM-11:00 AM Pavilion Story Time: Up, Up and Away Washington Pavilion

1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Mutch Women’s Center for Health Enrichment 3:15 PM-5:00 PM Afternoon Amusement Prairie West Library

Friday, May 22 6:30 PM-7:20 PM Little All Stars Ages walking-6yrs (Punch card purchase required) All American Gymnastics Academy, $80/$130 7:00 PM-9:00 PM Friday Night Lights Dakota Spirit $7 Dakota Spirit members/ $10 non-members

Saturday, May 23 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park 9:00 AM-9:50 AM Little All Stars Ages walking-6yrs (Punch card purchase required) All American Gymnastics Academy,$80/$130 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Open Family Swim EmBe Youth $4.25, Adult $7.25, Family $12.75

Sunday, May 24 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Open Family Swim EmBe Youth $4.25, Adult $7.25, Family $12.75

Monday, May 25 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Day Play Ages 5 and under Museum of Visual Materials

Tuesday, May 26 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime- Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Open Painting Hour Museum of Visual Materials $5 per person painting at door

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Wednesday, May 27 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Mutch Women’s Center for Health Enrichment 3:15 PM-5:00 PM Afternoon Amusement Prairie West Library

Friday, May 29 7:00 PM-9:00 PM Friday Night Lights Dakota Spirit $7 Dakota Spirit members/ $10 non-members

Saturday, May 30 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park

Monday, June 1 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Zoo Camp Keeper Camp (Ages 7-8) Great Plains Zoo $93.50 for Zoo Members / $110 for non-members

Tuesday, June 2 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime- Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys

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11:00 AM-11:45 AM Animals on the Amphitheater Downtown River Greenway Amphitheater 5:00 PM-8:00 PM Pavilion Free First Fridays Washington Pavilion

Saturday, June 6 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park

Monday, June 8 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-12:00 PM ZooCamp Animal Doctors (Ages 4-6) Great Plains Zoo $63.75 for Zoo members / $75 for non members 10:00 AM-10:20 AM Storytime at the Museum of Visual Materials 1:00 PM-4:00 PM ZooCamp Saving Species (Ages 9-11) Great Plains Zoo $63.75 for Zoo members / $75 for non members

Tuesday, June 9 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime- Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys

Wednesday, June 10 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Wacky Wednesday Water Carnivals Frank Olson Pool

1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Mutch Women’s Center for Health Enrichment

Saturday, June 13 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Breakfast at the Farm

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

It’s All About Science Festival

Sanford Research Center Stop by ‘Hood’s Booth and say Hi! 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Going Back to Work Support Group Educated Mommy

Monday, June 15 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-12:00 PM ZooCamp Keeper 101 (Ages 9-11) Great Plains Zoo $93.50 for Zoo Members / $110 for non-members 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Zoo Camp World Travelers (Ages 7-8) Great Plains Zoo $93.50 for Zoo Members / $110 for non-members 6:30 PM-7:45 PM B4 Baby Preregistration Required Sanford Mom2Be Center

Tuesday, June 16

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials

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1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Mutch Women’s Center for Health Enrichment

Saturday, June 20 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Zippity Zoo Day Annual Summer Carnival Great Plains Zoo FREE with Zoo Admission

1:00 PM-4:00 PM ZooCamp Beasts with Backbones (Ages 9-11) Great Plains Zoo $93.50 for Zoo Members / $110 for non-members

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials

Thursday, June 25 1:30 PM-3:30 PM New Baby & Me Mutch Women’s Center for Health Enrichment

Saturday, June 27 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Farmers Market Falls Park

Monday, June 29 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials

Tuesday, June 23

10:00 AM-2:00 PM Sea & Sky Sertoma Butterfly House Included with regular admission

Monday, June 22 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials

Tuesday, June 30

10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime Child’s Play Toys 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Open Painting Hour Museum of Visual Materials $5 per person painting at door

Wednesday, June 24

9:00 AM-4:00 PM Lego Creation Station Museum of Visual Materials 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Craft Corner Museum of Visual Materials 10:00 AM-10:30 AM Storytime- Tuesdays Child’s Play Toys

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What we feed our kids is getting more complicated. That’s why South Dakota’s soybean farmers invite you to join the conversation. We’ll put everything on the table and help answer your questions about the food we grow and its safety. Learn how with every season and with every generation, South Dakota farmers want to have open discussions about how we raise healthy food. Come visit us at HungryForTruthSD.com.

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The truth behind U.S. raised pork

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by Peggy Greenway, Featured Farmer Is it just my imagination, or are we bombarded with more and more food labels? Sometimes, a package of food has so many labels or “claims” listed, it cannot possibly hold one more.

From all-natural, GMO free, gluten free, hormone free, humanely raised, organic; the list goes on. The problem with labels is that most of them are not certified, cannot be verified, or are just plain misleading. They are simply marketing tactics. I’d like to share that farmers don’t use hormones with hogs or poultry, so if you see chicken, turkey or pork labeled “no added hormones,” it’s simply a marketing tactic.

Chipotle recently announced that it was not going to be selling carnitas in some locations because their pork supplier was found to be not in compliance with Chipotle’s animal care standards. The company requires pork to have access to the outdoors and/or have straw bedding. I support companies’ and farmers’ rights to choose the type of facilities in which they are going to raise their animals.

However, when Chipotle announced

that it could not source enough humanely and sustainably raised pork, I knew they were off base.

My husband and I used to raise our pigs in hoop barns with straw bedding; the very same system Chipotle loves. However, we made a change to our pig farm eight years ago by adding modern barns for one very important reason: We wanted to improve the comfort of our pigs. We are extremely happy with our modern, climatecontrolled barns and are certain our pigs are now much more comfortable. We know this because they are always content, less stressed and healthier.

I’m extremely proud of the improved care we provide for our pigs and also proud of the efficiency that allows us to raise more pork while using less natural resources. My husband and I are not unique. This is the story of approximately 95 percent of pig farmers in the U.S. We are serious about good animal care and taking care of our environment. It does concern me that Chipotle would source from another country other than the U.S., a leader in pork. This is the true story of humanely and sustainably raised pork, and there’s no shortage. My family’s first priority is the comfort and care of our pigs, and I know I can say the same for farmers across the country.

Now switching gears from pigs to cows, my family also raises beef cattle on our farm, and we are happy to celebrate beef month in May. I’ve rounded up a few of my family’s favorite beef recipes that you can enjoy during the start of the summer months. Lean beef is a great way to give your body the protein, vitamins and minerals it needs. It has eight times more vitamin B12, six times more zinc and two and a half times more iron than a skinless chicken breast. Plus, few things get the mouth watering quite like the aroma of a steak sizzling on the grill on a spring night. Beef is a healthy part of a balanced diet.

More about our Featured Farmer: Peggy Greenway is a wife, mother, farmer, and South Dakota CommonGround volunteer from Mitchell, South Dakota. To read more about her life on the farm, connect with her on Twitter @GreenwayPork.

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FAVORITE RECIPES

Olympian BURGERS

Recipes this month are courtesy of CommonGround and South Dakota Beef

Ingredients • 1 lb lean ground beef • 1/4 c low-fat or regular plain Greek-style yogurt • 1/2 c olive tapenade, divided • 1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced • 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced • 1/4 c crumbled feta cheese • 4 whole-grain hamburger buns, split, toasted • Fresh spinach leaves

Directions Combine yogurt and 1/4 c tapenade in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Combine ground beef and remaining 1/4 c tapenade in large bowl, mixing lightly, but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four ½ inch thick patties.

Grilled Steak AND FRESH MOZZARELLA FLATBREAD

Ingredients • 1 to 1-1/4 lbs beef top sirloin filets, cut 1 inch thick, tied • 1-1/2 tsp lemon pepper • 2 c packed fresh baby spinach • 1/4 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 inch pieces (3/4 c) • 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil • 1-1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar • 4 naan breads (Indian flatbread) or pita breads

Directions Press lemon pepper evenly onto steaks. Place steaks on grill over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 12 to 17 minutes (over medium heat on preheated

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Combine spinach, cheese and basil in large bowl. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar; toss to coat and set aside.

Remove steak from grill and let stand 5 minutes. Place naan on grill; grill, covered, 1 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned, turning once.

Carve steaks into slices. Top naan evenly with spinach mixture and steak slices.

Heat grill pan over medium heat until hot. Place patties in pan; cook 10 to 12 minutes until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. Season with pepper, as desired. Remove; keep warm.

Add onion and zucchini to grill pan over medium heat; season with salt and pepper, as desired. Cook 5 to 6 minutes, or until lightly browned and crisp-tender, turning occasionally.

Place 1 tbsp of cheese on bottom of each bun; top evenly with spinach leaves, onion, burger and zucchini.

Spread 2 tbsp of yogurt mixture on cut side of each bun top. Close sandwiches.

Steak AND GRILLED VEGETABLE SALAD

•6 oz. leftover grilled Italian marinated steak slices (about 1 c) • 4 c mixed baby salad greens • 1 c leftover grilled vegetables • 1/2 c grape tomato halves • Shaved parmesan cheese

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Vinaigrette: • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar • 1-1/2 tsp Dijon-style mustard

• 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley • Pinch of salt • Dash of pepper

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Ingredients • 2 beef strip steaks boneless, cut 1 inch thick (about 8 to 10 oz each) • 2 Bartlett or red Anjou pears, halved and cored • 1 medium red onion, cut into 12 wedges • 8 c mixed salad greens or arugula • 1/4 c chopped walnuts, chopped pecans or sliced almonds • 1/4 c crumbled goat cheese, blue cheese or Manchego cheese • salt Marinade: • 1 c reduced-fat or regular balsamic vinaigrette • 1/4 c maple syrup • 2 tsp coarse ground black pepper • 2 tsp dried thyme leaves

Directions Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Reserve 1/2 c marinade for dressing. Place steaks and

1/3 c marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steaks to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours.

Reserve remaining marinade for brushing.

Soak two 10-inch bamboo skewers in water 10 minutes; drain. Thread onion wedges onto skewers. Brush onions and cut sides of pears with half reserved marinade.

Remove steaks from marinade; discard marinade. Place steaks on grill over medium, ash-covered coals; arrange onions and pears around steaks. Grill steaks, covered, until your desired doneness. Grill onions 12 to 15 minutes (13 to 16 minutes for gas) and pears 8 to 10 minutes (gas grill times remain the same) or until tender, turning occasionally and brushing steak, onions and pears with remaining reserved marinade.

Remove onions from skewers.

Chop onions and pears into bitesize pieces. Combine greens, pears, onions, cheese, nuts and reserved 1/2 c marinade; toss gently to combine. Carve steaks into slices; season with salt, as desired. Serve with salad mixture.

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Birthday parties are fun, right? If the idea of ice cream covered children racing around your home is keeping you from throwing your child their dream party, read on. Help has arrived!

Some people have a natural ability to coordinate activities for large groups of children (like preschool teachers!) They dance that fine line between chaos and fun with grace and poise. If you are not one of those people, the tips to follow may help you maintain order while still allowing everyone to have a great time.

• B efore the party, prepare the birthday child and lay out your expectations. Remind him that it is good to have fun, but we also have to keep everyone safe and happy. He will set the tone for the other children at the party.

• I t is always wise to over plan when it comes to keeping kids busy. Whether the party is at home or elsewhere, have a variety of activities ready to go.

Plan priority activities like eating cake, opening gifts, playing a game that your child is excited about, etc.

Then prepare additional activities that you can add if those don’t take as long as you expect, or don’t go well. This can be a craft, game, book, etc.

• K now yourself and your comfort level for noise or running around. At my daughter’s recent party the kids danced and cranked up the music. We knew all

of the kids attending and knew that they would be able to calm back down. Our family also does fine with noise. For some kids, this would be too difficult to manage and for some parents, that level of craziness would put them on edge.

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• S et limits for the party guests. Before each transition, let them know your expectations. For a craft, that might mean how much of each supply they can use, or how to keep from making a giant mess. For other activities it is beneficial to give kids information on the noise level that is appropriate, whether running or walking is better and what to do if they are done or tired. Most kids want to please adults, but don’t always know what is appropriate.

• I f all else fails and a child is struggling, don’t be afraid to give them a kind reminder. Try, “I need you to play nicely without wrestling with the other children.

That will keep everyone safe.” If they still don’t, it may be time to try a more structured activity, or if nothing else works, give the parent a call.

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GREEN Birthday Party!

Throwing a fantastic kid’s birthday party and being environmentally friendly at the same time can be done. All you need is some planning and creativity!

Invitations: • T he first step is inviting friends and family to your bash!

One of my favorite things to do is re-use old cards by vertically cutting the card in the middle where the fold is. (You will discard the part of your re-used card that has the message on it/back of the card). Print off your birthday party information on cardstock on your home printer and use a spray adhesive or double sided tape to attach it to the back of the birthday card cover. Your card will be a one panel card with a front that is the recyclable birthday card cover and the back being the print off information for the party.

• P aper garland- Create the classic paper garland by linking the construction paper, newspaper or other paper scraps onto each other for a fun crafty look.

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• H ow about an e-invitation? Many sites provide free invitations you can email. It is also great for your guests to send you an email right back with their RSVP.

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• T ablecloth- Have your tablecloth be a giant coloring page! You can buy inexpensive butcher paper rolls that are sold at office supplies stores and craft stores. Place the paper over your table to cover and then provide crayons for kids to start their doodles. It’s an activity and decoration all in one!

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If possible, spend a little extra money on durable party materials you can use again. It will save you money in the long run. Try to make purchases of party items universal so you can use them again for birthday parties, baby showers and more.

• A nother option is purchasing seed paper. Seed paper is a homemade paper that is made with seeds actually inside the paper. It is great for invitations for a unique look and when you are all done you can plant the invitation! You can find seed paper on many online sites and even customize them online with your party information included.

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• Gift bags are so convenient, cute and very reusable!

We see a lot of plastic tableware at birthday parties these days. Use real silverware and plates to save money by not having to buy plastic tableware. Plus, it makes the party a bit fancier. If you are an environmentally conscience party planner, you can get eco-friendly tableware. When you recycle the compostable cutlery/flatware they break down easily when recycled.

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Because birthdays only come around once a year, make the party as unique as the child you are celebrating. Play is a natural way of learning for children and can keep them engaged for hours. Here are some ideas to help you throw a party that focuses on play and learning as part of the experience.

•C hild Centered After all it is your child’s big day. Give them a party that’s original with a theme they create. Let the party incorporate things your child is interested in and enjoys doing. Keep the theme broad like science, arts, or sports. Find out what interests your child about this theme and let the planning begin.

•O ne-of-a-kind Just like your child is one-of-a-kind, make sure their birthday party is too! After your child has selected their theme, let them take part in the planning. Encourage your child to make their own decorations for their party. Your child could help design invitations and deliver them to their guests.

Having them involved in the process sends the message that it’s their special day and they are important.

•S omething for Everyone Keeping the activities open-ended will ensure there’s something for everyone to explore, create and discover.

With open-ended activities, there’s more than one way to engage, allowing all guests to connect their own interest and ideas. To do this, provide materials that support your

child’s chosen theme and invite guests to see what they can do. Children will put more focus on their process of creativity, using their imaginations and their own selfexpression.

• All for One Play games that ensure everyone is a part of a team. Keep the games team and goal orientated. Teamwork is an important thing to learn as a child; through it, you gain skills such as collaboration, problem-solving and sportsmanship.

• Time for Play Play is a vital part of childhood; it’s how children explore the world around them. When children are engaged in play, their minds are active and constantly searching for understanding and meaning. Play stimulates curiosity, creativity, and imagination. Make sure to set aside some time for the children to simply play.

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Calming the Party Pressure There is a lot of pressure on parents about how to celebrate birthdays. So much anxiety and so many questions: • How do we compete?

• How do we set apart our celebration?

• What makes our party special?

• How much money do we have to spend?

Now the parties are becoming so big, parents are staying to enjoy the festivities. That brings more questions: • W ho do we invite? Work parents, school parents, or church parents?

• Do we serve adult beverages?

• Do we have cake or food?

• Does anyone have allergies?

• What will the other parents think?

No matter what we do, we feel let down. Then there is the struggle between partners who may not agree on how elaborate to make the party.

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Is it really for the kids? Many children get stressed with too many people, too many activities. Some children learn to feel entitled to get what they want when they want it, and can’t understand the difference between want and need. That feeling of enough moves further and further away. This creates more pressure.

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This is really not about the party, is it?

Internal pressure to do the best, biggest, most beautiful, spectacular event is really about your own desire to be accepted and “good enough.” Yes, the secret is revealed. If you’re feeling pressure of any kind in any event, it’s time to take a look at your value. Your value has nothing do with anything that you do, or party that you create. Your value is in your spirit.

Decide to bring value to your child’s life by stopping.

Stop comparing and creating questions, stop repeating actions that cause unnecessary negative feelings without learning from them. Why? Because your child feels what you feel. You know that feeling you get when you walk in a tense room where you can cut that tension with a knife? Your child feels that when you’re under pressure. Since your child loves and trusts you, their subconscious mind decides in a split second: This is how to feel in this situation!

I know you don’t want to teach that lesson. Telling them not to worry is like pointing out when to worry.

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Throwing a “Happy” Birthday

Cake, balloons, gifts and friends – there’s something magical about a child’s birthday. But there can be an “unhappy” side to birthday parties as well.

Many parents feel obliged to keep the invited – and the uninvited – content.

Sending invitations

Unless your child has only 10 classmates, it’s probably not realistic to invite everyone. In that case, it’s important to invite guests as discretely as possible.

“First of all, NEVER have your child hand out invitations at school,” said Doniese Wilcox, Certified Family Life Educator at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center.

“There will always be hurt feelings in that case.”

A couple of good options include mailing the invitations, or talking to parents directly by email or phone. You can also hand invitations to parents, such as after school during pickup, at church or another location where you can get their attention for a few moments.

“Parents of the guests and the guest of honor should encourage their children to avoid talking about the party at school,” said Wilcox. “Children talk, but this is a good lesson in empathy.”

Activities that include everyone Birthdays aren’t happy when someone is sitting on the sidelines.

Set up activities that keep guests occupied without a lot of “performance-based” spotlight. For example, sensory stations (such as molding play dough or digging in sand) for younger children are simple activities that teach hands-on

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Hosting the party at a destination – a park, zoo, swimming pool or rollerblading arena – keeps older kids easily entertained. Ask your spouse or another parent to help chaperone to keep guests safe and accounted for.

Also, avoid games that result in winners and losers. No one wants to feel like a loser at a party!

Avoiding a meltdown For some kids, it’s hard to be alone in a new situation with a lot of commotion.

“When inviting guests, offer parents the option to stay for a while at the party,” said Wilcox. “They’ll know if their child needs that extra support.”

Once the child feels more comfortable and interested in the fun, parents can tell their child they will be back soon to hear about the party. This is a good opportunity for a child to experience a little independence.

“If you’re the parent of the birthday child, encourage him to take a quieter child under his wing,” said Wilcox. “This gives another lesson in empathy.”

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for Your Birthday Celebrations

All it takes is a few gathered friends, a cake (or any special treat), and some candles and you’ve got yourself a fun birthday party. We have all seen the elaborately designed parties on Pinterest and in magazines; these are great for inspiration, but not so great for your budget! Unfortunately, we don’t all have hundreds of dollars to shell out for each birthday party.

Thankfully, there are many ways you can create an exciting and memorable party without breaking the bank!

ple of nice serving trays to display your fruits and vegetables.

As tempting as it may be to purchase pre-cut, pre-washed veggies and fruits, taking the time to wash and cut your own in-season produce can save you a lot of money.

Planning ahead – If it’s not in your budget to offer a

Make your own treats – White or dark chocolate

meal, plan your party for 2 or 3 p.m., saying on the invitations that there will be desserts only or snacks provided. Send out email or Facebook invitations rather than mailing paper invitations.

Reuse/repurpose supplies – When you purchase party items, purchase items that can be used time and time again. Use solid colored reusable tablecloths, party plates, cups, even napkins. You can integrate a character or other theme in other ways.

Creative labeling – Birthday parties don’t need to have elaborate snacks and decorations to be fun and memorable.

For example, a ‘Frozen’ themed birthday party could include a bowl of pretzels with a sign that simply states “Sven’s

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Antlers”. Carrots can be “Olaf Noses”. It’s simple, creative and costs almost nothing.

Make your own veggie platters – Invest in a cou-

dipped treats are a delicious budget friendly option for party treats! Bake your own cake, or even better, let your child bake and decorate his or her own cake or cupcakes. Just make sure all of their measurements are correct and assist with the oven. The end result will be something to remember - whether they turn out well or not!

DIY entertainment – For older kids ages 5 to about 10, it can be fun to hire entertainment such as a balloon artist or character for a party. However, if that’s not in your budget, there are other ways to entertain the kids. Games are an obvious free choice, but one of my favorite options is creating something together - decorating plain white t-shirts, making necklaces, or any theme related craft. This also gives you something the child can take home as the party favor! n

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