MOMents Magazine August 2016

August 2016 ANNIVERSARY ISSUE

ALSO INSIDE Succulents That Beat the Heat Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade Back-to-School Tips and Tricks

Change Is Inevitable — Embracing It, Optional Moments catches up with previous cover moms

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More Than the Eyes Can See

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Spend one hour with your family or friends engaged in conversation, playing games and interacting in

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a healthy way without any technological interruptions.

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Find a common interest with someone that you would like to know better.

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Plan monthly, stress-free, nonwork related activities to enjoy with coworkers.

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Utilize the last 30 minutes before you go to sleep to connect and talk with your spouse or partner.

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It's OK to touch. Studies show that hugs, pats on the back, handshakes and the like decrease violence, develop trust between individuals, improve health and longevity and empower connections.

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Give sincere compliments to others.

Make eye contact and smile at others.

Have a family calendar located in a central location of your home, and plan ahead of time activities that include both children and parents. This allows everyone to see dates, prepare and become familiar with regular family time.

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Be trustworthy. Don't gossip information shared with you by others with others.

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Stop, ask and listen. Yes, life can be hectic; however, recognize when your priorities may need to shift and when you may need to stop, ask how you can help and listen for the response.

If everyone is doing their part, no one will get left out. —Diane Budgett Have a great August!

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ftentimes, when looking at people, we naturally tend to focus on the external; we notice their smile, their hair, their body size, their tangible possessions and so forth. However, we rarely take into consideration the components and experiences that make up individuals.

It's common to greet each other with "Hi, how are you?" And often the reply is, "I'm doing good, thank you."

We are taught that when life gets hard, we are supposed to "tuck it in," put a smile on our face and keep going. Very seldom do people actually express how they are truly feeling because they fear others will lack concern or judge them.

I challenge you to take moments to see past the smiles others tend to use as masks each day. You may be surprised at what you find. You might find a person that is discouraged, disheartened or struggling with personal endeavors — and one moment of care from you can change years of hiding in another.

It's important to be altruistic in our encounters with others, wanting nothing in return but to serve and to help.

Living in a society in which people are constantly on the go, stopping to connect has become a foreign act.

Texting, emails and social networking have become the primary source of communication. These avenues allow us to paint a picture of what we want others to believe about us. Unfortunately, that picture can become unrecognizable even to ourselves.

I encourage you to focus beyond what your eyes present to you.

Focus beyond the rushed hellos and speedy goodbyes. In daily interactions, become intentional about your connections. See beyond the masks that are often worn and dare to care!

Allow yourself to become vulnerable enough to connect. This will cause an unbreakable bond, and, where there is unity, there will be strength.

The following are 10 tips on ways you can build connections with those around you:

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in this ISSUE

table of CONTENTS

This month, we're all celebrating the sixth birthday of Moments magazine, and I'm personally celebrating the second anniversary of my work as editor of the publication. I took the reins exactly two years ago, and I remember wondering whether I — a woman whose only children are a 3-year-old rescue pup named Tallulah and Matthew, my sweet husband — could manage a magazine for moms, a topic on which I'm not exactly a veteran.

We have featured some incredible women in the 24 months since — and of course in the 48 months before that — and while I'm still a mom only to furbabies, I've been honored to hear their stories and have valued the opportunity to glean some priceless motherhood wisdom that I hope will stay with me during my future journey into parenthood.

In this issue's feature story, Julie Lavender Linsay and her husband, Matthew catches up with four beautiful moms who have graced the cover since the very first issue of Moments back in August 2010: Betsy Standridge (January 2011), Stacy Smith (June 2011), Krisha Craven Phillips (July 2012) and Lisa Campbell (March 2013). Flip to page 8 to read what's happened in their lives since they first appeared in the magazine.

Also, beginning a new school year can be hectic, so we've packed this issue full of stories we hope will help make the transition from pools and playdates to classwork and carpools a little easier. From creating a space for kids to study at home to packing lunches they will love, we've got you covered.

Here's to both a seventh year of Moments and the best school year yet!

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Ty's Counselor Corner...................3 Strawberry Lemonade...................5 Bulloch County Schools................6 The Art of Lawncare......................7 Feature...................................... 8–9 Calendar................................ 10–11 Parks and Recreation..................12 Study Environment at Home........13 Think Outside the Lunchbox........13 Health Screenings for School......14 Averitt Center..............................15 Farmers Market Recipe...............16 Kids Activity Page.......................17 Games........................................18 Coupons.....................................19

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Special thanks to our cover moms Betsy Standridge, Stacy Smith, Lisa Campbell and Krisha Craven Phillips.

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Thank you, ladies!

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Enjoy Sunny Days with Strawberry Lemonade

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f the warm days of August have you craving something deliciously sweet that will quench your thirst, what better way to enjoy a sunny afternoon than sitting on the porch while sipping a glass of Strawberry Lemonade? With the perfect blend of sweet and sour, this refreshing drink is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.

Strawberry Lemonade 6 cups water 2Ÿ cups strawberries, halved, with stems removed 2 cups sugar 1½ cups fresh lemon juice Cheesecloth

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cheesecloth. Repeat until all the mixture is strained into the pitcher. Discard solids and remove cheesecloth from the top of the pitcher.

Place lemonade in the fridge until chilled, then serve over ice.

Azure Rountree, a wife and mother of four beautiful kids, has a love of cooking and sharing recipes. She enjoys writing for cookbooks and working as an advocate for autism. Her newest cookbook, "Kid Friendly Recipes from the Kitchen of Azure Rountree," is available for purchase locally at the Averitt Center for the Arts' Rosengart Gallery. A portion of the proceeds from every book sold will go to benefit children with special needs.

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Cut a piece of cheesecloth to fit around the top of a pitcher. Secure the cheesecloth with a large rubber band, then set aside.

In a large, heavy saucepan over mediumhigh heat, combine water, strawberries, sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, then remove from the stove and let sit at room temperature until completely cooled.

Using a ladle, remove mixture from the pan and pour into the pitcher through the

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Parents/guardians and the community are encouraged to give anonymous feedback about the school system's performance via print or online surveys available through Aug. 31.

Links to the surveys are available on the district's website, www.bulloch. k12.ga.us, and paper surveys are available at each school and at the Central Office. The printed surveys are available in both English and Spanish.

The surveys are prepared and reviewed by AdvancED, which oversees the accreditation process every five years. AdvancED is the parent organization of the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, or NCA CASI, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement, or SACS CASI. Input from the school district's stakeholders is a key part of the accreditation process. AdvancED also will conduct interviews with focus groups of administrators, teachers, parents/guardians, students and the Bulloch County Board of Education members and make on-site visits to schools and classrooms. School system employees and kindergarten through 12th-grade students will also be surveyed. Parents/guardians who do not wish for their child to be surveyed should notify their child's school in writing by Aug. 5.

This school year, the BOE and school system administrators will

conduct in-depth self-assessments and work with an eight-person quality assurance review team from AdvancED. The team will spend time in the system conducting an extensive internal audit of the system's adherence to AdvancED's standards.

Bulloch County Schools was previously awarded district accreditation in September 2011. In that accreditation, BCS received a "Highly Functional" rating for AdvancED's Vision and Purpose Standard and "Operational," the second-highest rating, for all remaining standards. The team commended the district for its caring and nurturing environments for students, its teaching force and the genuine love that students, parents and personnel have for their schools.

Other previous areas of commendation were the following: 1) district's proactive fiscal planning and actions that have placed the system on a firm financial foundation during turbulent economic times; 2) commitment to fine arts; 3) a technology plan that was developed, implemented and supported with effective training; 4) value placed on human resources; and 5) effective communication.

The 2011 team also noted three areas for improvement: 1) strategic planning to tie all aspects of current long- and short-range planning together; 2) additional avenues for input from all stakeholders; and 3) a specific plan to address population growth of English for Speakers of Other Languages students and other subgroups that continue to be underserved within the system.

The AdvancED accreditation process is used as an internal evaluation and improvement tool.

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These Succulents Will Beat the Heat

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with the rising and setting sun. Variations of purslane only need watering every few days, making it low maintenance and easy to care for.

If it's a big punch of green you seek, try Sedum "Lime Twist" Stonecrop in your next container garden. "Lime Twist" also has a cascading growth habit that is ideal for raised beds and pots. Its root systems are hardy yet easily broken apart for arrangements with other succulents. Full sun is best for this type of sedum, and it only needs moisture about every two to three days.

Slightly intimidating at first with its spiky leaves and pointy edges, Agave plants are definitely worth a second look, especially if you are looking for something to withstand the summer weather. Like large, flower-shaped cacti, Agave are beautiful in their own right and even come in miniature varieties for those who want to start small. These plants thrive in hot, dry climates with plenty of sun, so if you are looking for a showstopper that can handle itself without much care, this may be the one for you!

Echeveria "Black Prince" present themselves as sturdy yet dainty, flower-shaped succulents that feature deep purple/gray hues and dramatic foliage. "Prince"

plays wonderfully well with other succulent varieties, making it ideal for group plantings in shallow containers or pots. Heat tolerant and easy to care for, you might find yourself loving this amazing plant even more than you thought you would.

Remember, while succulents are definitely a summertime staple, they will need all moisture eventually, so the occasional splash of water is a good idea. I hope you try and experience these hotweather lovelies for yourself.

Enjoy!

Erinn is part of the professional team at Ninja Lawns who seek to serve the Statesboro community and make a positive difference in the world around them. You can learn more and contact Ninja Lawns online at www.ninjalawns.com.

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'all, it's hot — and not just for this Michigan native. Most folks around here will agree that this summer weather is a real killer, especially in regards to our plants. So I want to introduce or possibly reacquaint you with a few special varieties of succulents that are stunning in their own right but also tough as nails when it comes to withstanding the summer heat.

Portulaca "Rio Grande," more commonly known as Purslane, features plump, clustered leaves alongside tendrils of blooming runners. This succulent grows amazingly well in groups, being especially loved for its shallow root systems that can take hold even in the tiniest bit of soil. For this reason, portulaca is often used as cascading decor for retaining walls and decorative outdoor structures. The beautiful blooms come in a variety of vibrant colors, its petals opening and closing

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Change Is Inevitable — Embracing It, Optional

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n ancient Greek philosopher, whose name is as difficult to pronounce as it is to spell, once said, "The only thing constant is change." Some changes are gradual; many are drastic. A host are invited, but some are unwelcome.

To celebrate the sixth anniversary of Moments this month, we're catching up with four previous cover moms to see what changes have occurred in each of their worlds.

Gracing the cover of the March 2013 issue, Lisa Campbell is the

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most recent of the four to be featured in the magazine, but a lot has happened in the three and a half years since then — namely, relocating to Pooler and rejoining the profession of teaching.

Lisa no longer teaches dance classes but is serving as a mentor to student leaders through the school councils and grooms young business professionals through entrepreneurship and other business-related competitions.

She was nominated for Teacher of the Year in 2015 and has spent the last few years serving as vice

president of membership and training for the Georgia Marketing Educators Association.

"I'm still very active in the lives of my children and all those children that surround me," she said. "My boys remain dedicated to basketball and have taken advantage of the many opportunities afforded them to explore the field of engineering and technology," adding that her sons — Eric, Isaiah, Marcus and Christopher — have spent most of the summer building their own video games.

A recent follower of Christian financial guru Dave Ramsey, Lisa

hopes to see herself in the near future "living like no one else so I can live and give like no one else."

The mom of four has this advice for fellow mothers and women: "Embrace your God-given role as a woman. We are God's gift to the world. We are natural nurturers and are inclined to make things thrive and grow. Love yourself, love your families, and never neglect the gift that lies inside of you."

Krisha Craven Phillips smiled for the Moments cameras in July 2012, one of the rare times that she found herself on the opposite side of the lens. Owner of her own business, Krisha Craven Photography, she had lots of cameras and one child when that first photo shoot took place.

Four years later, Krisha still owns many cameras but has added another little one to the family. Nora Grey, born in June 2014, joined big brother Colin, an upcoming first-grader at Sallie Zetterower Elementary School.

"My husband, Timmy, and I have had some really exciting changes in our businesses," she said. "Krisha Craven Photography is now on the corner of Savannah Avenue and Broad Street, and Southern Sound is on Highway 67 in the same building as X-treem Automotive. These were scary and thrilling decisions that we are both happy that we made!"

The Phillips family also purchased their dream property in between Statesboro and Brooklet and hope to build their family home there one day soon.

"I'm already planning out my garden for next year," Krisha said.

With all these changes, Krisha added that the only thing that's remained the same in her life is the laundry.

"It never goes away," she joked.

Krisha dreams of sitting on a porch swing in front of that future home, watching her kids grow and "trying to soak up every single moment with my children."

"I've realized how fast these stages are rushing by," she said.

Krisha has collected several nuggets of wisdom in recent days and offers this advice to readers: "Don't stress over perfection. I

"I've got to find a hobby," she said. "My husband and I hope to exercise more. We both love the beach."

She's also loving the working world. Over the years, Stacy has held various jobs, including with her husband's business, Town and Country Dry Cleaners, and with the Statesboro Herald and Split Ends salon, where she's now back working full time.

Stacy treasures the memories

and is hesitantly taking one step at a time into this new phase of her life. Though her babies are leaving the nest, she'll always be Mom. A recent gift from her daughter reminds her just how valuable that title remains.

Onto a canvas painting with a map of the United States, Cally scripted the words, "A million places to go, but home is always where Mom is," and painted a heart in Georgia.

Betsy Standridge, mom of three girls ages 10, 9 and 6, says that soon after appearing on the cover of Moments in January 2011, she found out that her youngest daughter had developmental delays and special needs.

"Raising my three girls has been the light of my life," she said. "Having a daughter with special needs has taught me so much about being a mother and what is really important in life. It has been such a blessing.

"She has taught me, and her older sisters, to appreciate and enjoy the small things in life, that life is truly a journey … that you never know the road that God has planned for you," Betsy said. "But there is a lot of joy along the way, no matter how difficult it may seem at times."

Over the years, Betsy has continued her work with health and wellness. As office manager of Medi-Weightloss clinic, she especially enjoys helping people become healthier and happier.

"I work with great people and love my job," she said.

Between the growth of the clinic and caring for her daughters, Betsy said she is excited about the future, aware that the next several years will put her right in the middle of the whirlwind of raising three girls.

Big changes, little changes, exciting ones or dreaded ones — life sends a plethora of them. These four moms have embraced each change with grace and beauty.

Betsy Standridge

Stacy Smith

Krisha Craven Phillips

Lisa Campbell

January 2011

June 2011

July 2012

March 2013

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used to worry at night about homemade baby food, sleep training and cute clothes. None of that matters.

Just realize that your love is most important — your love with God, your husband and your children.

"Enjoy every moment. … Take time to go on dates with your husband," she said. "Dance every day!

Even if you're a bad dancer, your kids don't care. Turn off the TV and turn on music instead. The world can wait.

"Sounds cheesy, but it's what works for us!"

June 2011 cover mom Stacy Smith knows all too well how quickly those "babies" leave the nest. Her youngest child, Cally Reed, just graduated from high school and will begin classes at Georgia Southern University in a couple of weeks.

"Becoming an empty-nester has been very difficult; I'm not adjusting well at all," Stacy admitted. "My kids have been my whole life since the day they were born."

When her stepdaughter, Hannah Smith, now 26, became an adult, and after her boys, Connor Reed, now 21, and Clay Reed, now 20, moved out, she was comforted with the thought, "I've still got Cally." But now just thinking about her youngest moving out, "I'm about to hyperventilate," she said.

Stacy shared that her impending empty nest brought about questions of her worth and value.

"My life was built around my kids — always going to sports activities.

What do I do now?

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Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

Computer Class: Files and Folders Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

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Computer Class: Files and Folders Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

Genealogy Organization Tips, Part 2 Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5 p.m.

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Computer Class: Introduction to Email Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

Computer Class: Introduction to Email Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

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How To Use Your Cellphone/Tablet Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

Senior Social Special: Chair Yoga Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 1 p.m.

Adult Managers' Meetings Flag football — 6 p.m.

Soccer — 6:30 p.m.

Honey Bowen Building

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Wednesday Westerns: "Unforgiven" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

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Wednesday Westerns: "Silverado" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

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Wednesday Westerns: "Buffalo Soldiers" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

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Wednesday Westerns: "Two Mules for Sister Sara" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

Genealogy Organization Computer Class: Tips, Part 1 Statesboro Regional Library Internet Basics Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5 p.m.

(Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

Computer Class: Book to Movie Club Internet Basics Statesboro Regional Library Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Activity Room) • 4–6 p.m. (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

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Wednesday Westerns: "Bandidas" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

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Computer Class: Computer Basics Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

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Family Fun Day: Backto-School Backpack Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 2 p.m.

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Learn a new language with online program "Mango" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 2 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Brooklet Peanut Festival Downtown Brooklet Peanut Run at 7 a.m., parade at 10 a.m., Street Dance at 7 p.m.

Sip and Sketch Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 4 p.m.

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Main Street Statesboro Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

How To: Ancestry.com Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • noon

180 Fitness Bodybuilding and Figure Classic Emma Kelly Theater $15/pre-judging, $20/finals, $30/both

13 "A Christmas Carol" ballet auditions Center for Performing Arts $5/dancer • times vary by age

"Elvis — If I Can Dream" "Elvis — If I Can Dream" ft. Russ Lanier as Elvis Emma Kelly Theater ft. Russ Lanier as Elvis Emma Kelly Theater $20 • 7:30 p.m. $20 • 7:30 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro 52 Weeks of Giving Farmers Market Statesboro Regional Library Sea Island Bank parking lot (Community Room) • 4–6 p.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

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52 Weeks of Giving Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 4–6 p.m.

Paint-N-Party!

Averitt Center for the Arts $35 • 5:30–8 p.m.

52 Weeks of Giving Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 4–6 p.m.

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" 'night, Mother" For mature audiences First Friday: Downtown Whitaker Black Box Theater $10 • 7:30 p.m.

Pep Rally downtown • 5:30–8 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro 52 Weeks of Giving Farmers Market Statesboro Regional Library Sea Island Bank parking lot (Community Room) • 4–6 p.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

" 'night, Mother" For mature audiences Whitaker Black Box Theater $10 • 7:30 p.m.

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NOTES: Registration for fall sports and programs with the Statesboro-Bulloch County Parks and Recreation Department is open Aug. 3–5 from 2:30–5:30 p.m. at the Honey Bowen Building, the Portal rec office and the Brooklet rec office; and Aug. 6 from 9 a.m.–noon at the Honey Bowen Building. You may also register online.

Paranormal Book Club Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

Adult Cards: "Cards Against Humanity" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

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Adult Coloring Class: Steampunk Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

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" 'night, Mother" For mature audiences Whitaker Black Box Theater $10 • 7:30 p.m.

Free Read Book Club Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6:30 p.m.

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Computer Class: Computer Basics Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

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Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

Computer Class: Microsoft Word Basics Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

Computer Class: Files and Folders Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

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Computer Class: Files and Folders Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

Genealogy Organization Tips, Part 2 Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5 p.m.

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Computer Class: Introduction to Email Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

Computer Class: Introduction to Email Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

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How To Use Your Cellphone/Tablet Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

Senior Social Special: Chair Yoga Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 1 p.m.

Adult Managers' Meetings Flag football — 6 p.m.

Soccer — 6:30 p.m.

Honey Bowen Building

15 Reading to Rover Statesboro Regional Library (Children's Department) • 5 p.m.

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Wednesday Westerns: "Unforgiven" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

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Wednesday Westerns: "Silverado" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

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Wednesday Westerns: "Buffalo Soldiers" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

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Wednesday Westerns: "Two Mules for Sister Sara" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5:30 p.m.

Genealogy Organization Computer Class: Tips, Part 1 Statesboro Regional Library Internet Basics Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 5 p.m.

(Upstairs Computer Room) • 11 a.m.

Computer Class: Book to Movie Club Internet Basics Statesboro Regional Library Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Activity Room) • 4–6 p.m. (Upstairs Computer Room) • 6 p.m.

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Learn a new language with online program "Mango" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 2 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Brooklet Peanut Festival Downtown Brooklet Peanut Run at 7 a.m., parade at 10 a.m., Street Dance at 7 p.m.

Sip and Sketch Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 4 p.m.

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Main Street Statesboro Farmers Market Sea Island Bank parking lot 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

How To: Ancestry.com Statesboro Regional Library (Upstairs Computer Room) • noon

180 Fitness Bodybuilding and Figure Classic Emma Kelly Theater $15/pre-judging, $20/finals, $30/both

13 "A Christmas Carol" ballet auditions Center for Performing Arts $5/dancer • times vary by age

"Elvis — If I Can Dream" "Elvis — If I Can Dream" ft. Russ Lanier as Elvis Emma Kelly Theater ft. Russ Lanier as Elvis Emma Kelly Theater $20 • 7:30 p.m. $20 • 7:30 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro 52 Weeks of Giving Farmers Market Statesboro Regional Library Sea Island Bank parking lot (Community Room) • 4–6 p.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

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52 Weeks of Giving Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 4–6 p.m.

Paint-N-Party!

Averitt Center for the Arts $35 • 5:30–8 p.m.

52 Weeks of Giving Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 4–6 p.m.

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" 'night, Mother" For mature audiences First Friday: Downtown Whitaker Black Box Theater $10 • 7:30 p.m.

Pep Rally downtown • 5:30–8 p.m.

Main Street Statesboro 52 Weeks of Giving Farmers Market Statesboro Regional Library Sea Island Bank parking lot (Community Room) • 4–6 p.m. 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

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NOTES: Registration for fall sports and programs with the Statesboro-Bulloch County Parks and Recreation Department is open Aug. 3–5 from 2:30–5:30 p.m. at the Honey Bowen Building, the Portal rec office and the Brooklet rec office; and Aug. 6 from 9 a.m.–noon at the Honey Bowen Building. You may also register online.

Paranormal Book Club Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

Adult Cards: "Cards Against Humanity" Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

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Adult Coloring Class: Steampunk Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6 p.m.

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" 'night, Mother" For mature audiences Whitaker Black Box Theater $10 • 7:30 p.m.

Free Read Book Club Statesboro Regional Library (Community Room) • 6:30 p.m.

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Honey Bowen Building, Portal rec office, Brooklet rec office and online Aug. 6, 9 a.m.–noon Honey Bowen Building and online Around the Horn Travel Softball Tryouts Saturday, Aug. 13 Ages 10 and under: 9 a.m., Field 3 Ages 12 and under: 9 a.m., Field 4 Ages 14 and under: 11 a.m., Field 3 Ages 16 and under: 11 a.m., Field 4 Mill Creek Park Around the Horn Travel Baseball Tryouts Saturday, Aug. 20 Ages 8 and under: 9 a.m., Field 8 Ages 10 and under: 9 a.m., Field 9 Ages 11 and under: 11 a.m., Field 8 Ages 12 and under: 11 a.m., Field 9 Mill Creek Park Men's and Women's Tennis Leagues Aug. 15–Nov. 3 Mondays/Thursdays, 6–8:30 p.m. $45/person Mill Creek Tennis Complex Middle and High School Tennis League (includes mixed doubles) Aug. 16–Nov. 1 Tuesdays, 6–8:30 p.m. $45/person Mill Creek Tennis Complex Youth Tennis Lessons (ages 5–8) Aug. 19–Sept. 9 Fridays Level 1: 4–5 p.m.

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televisions, radios, tablets and smartphones are allowed. Children are increasingly dependent on their smartphones and tablets, and while

such devices can sometimes prove useful to students, that benefit is often outweighed by the distraction they present. When kids study at night, be sure they turn off their smartphones and only use their tablets as study aids.

• Emphasize organization. Various organization techniques can help kids study more efficiently. Encourage them to separate their learning materials by subject, and keep a calendar or daily planner at home listing when their assignments are due and the days they will be tested. Encourage youngsters to keep their home-study areas tidy as well, as unorganized spaces can make it harder to focus or force kids to spend some of their study time cleaning up.

• Establish quiet hours at home.

Quiet hours at home while kids are studying can help them better absorb their coursework, and that may

lead to improved performance in the classroom. While it's important that kids' study areas remain distraction free, it can also help if distractions outside those areas are minimized.

Keep televisions and other potentially noisy distractions turned off while kids are studying. If you want to catch up on a favorite TV show or watch a movie, do so on your tablet instead of the television, with earphones so kids don't overhear while they're trying to study.

• Keep healthy snacks on hand.

Hunger can be just as distracting as electronics or noisy housemates, so keep healthy snacks on hand. In lieu of unhealthy fare like potato chips or empty calories like pretzels, keep your home stocked with fruits and vegetables and protein-rich snacks like Greek yogurt. Such snacks will quell kids' hunger pangs while also providing a boost of energy.

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hildren can be picky eaters, making it challenging for parents to find foods their kids will consume.

Family dinners are challenging enough, but lunches kids will love can be even more difficult to come by.

For lunches kids are certain to devour, think outside of the traditional lunch box. Using some creativity and building off of kids' favorite foods is the key.

• Make it miniature. Mini versions of kids' favorite foods can be entertaining and entice children to try things they normally wouldn't. If it's fun-sized, it can be swallowed in one bite. Try mini sandwiches cut into fun shapes with a cookie cutter, or use little condiment cups to hold chicken salad, soup or yogurt.

• Offer variety. Give kids a bit of a buffet inside their lunches. This way, if something isn't tickling their taste buds, they still have other healthy options at the ready. This technique also

Special to Moments ensures kids will not get hungry after skipping meals. Lunch buffets do not have to be complicated. Include half of a sandwich, a piece of fruit or an applesauce cup, some trail mix and a granola bar. Look for complex carbohydrates and protein so that little bellies will feel full.

• Go with what works. If a child really enjoyed the previous night's dinner, offer up a repeat for lunch the next day. Some schools have a microwave where hot foods can be reheated. If that's not available, invest in a thermos or a durable insulated container that can keep foods at a comfortable temperature. Lunchtime at school occurs not too far into the day, and it's feasible that food can still be warm if heated right before leaving the house.

• Sneak in some nutrition. If kids are bound to eat the same thing over and over again, mix it up in subtle ways. Add a slice of tomato to a plain cheese sandwich and serve it on whole-wheat bread for added nutri-

tion. Blend cauliflower into mac and cheese so it's barely noticeable, or add flavor to lunch meats with a piece of bacon.

Bake up nutritious cereal bars on your own that pack a nutritious punch; try pureed fruit as the base.

• Try breakfast for lunch.

Most kids go ga-ga over breakfast foods. Use that to your advantage, sending them in with egg, bacon and cheese bagel sandwiches or some cereal to which they can add milk bought from the cafeteria. Thin pancakes can be rolled and stuffed with fruit in a crêpe style that makes for a tempting treat.

• Rely on school lunches. School

lunches shouldn't be dismissed.

When the pantry and refrigerator simply aren't offering up the right inspiration, let children try something provided by their schools. They may like the menu, and that will save you time and effort in the morning. Plus, many school lunches are designed to be nutritionally balanced.

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student's academic performance is influenced by a host of factors, including the learning environment both inside the classroom and at home.

While students may have only limited control over the environment in their classrooms, they and their parents can do much to create home-study environments that are conducive to learning.

• Create a distraction-free zone.

Today's students are inundated with distractions. Whereas students were once most distracted by radios, televisions and the great outdoors when studying at home, nowadays they must also find time to focus on their studies with their tablets and smartphones just a stone's throw away.

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s summer vacation winds down, thoughts turn from jaunts to the beach to readying for a new school year. To-do lists include many of the typical tasks that precede going back to the classroom, including shopping for new clothes, purchasing school supplies and finishing summer reading assignments.

Another essential requirement parents must find time for is completing their children's health screenings and immunizations so youngsters can return to school.

Health screenings may include routine physicals, eye exams and dental cleanings. Each school district may have its own set of health requirements that must be met in order for children to attend school.

Many schools require that children are up-to-date with all immunizations before they can begin a new school year. While the issue of

vaccinations has inspired debate in recent years, parents should recog-

nize that many schools will only exempt students from receiving certain vaccinations due to religious reasons. For a list of state vaccination requirements and possible exemptions for schools in the United States, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at ww.cdc.gov.

Students who have specific learning disabilities or medical conditions that require classroom modification should obtain recent documentation from any therapists or specialists prior to beginning a new school year. Doing so facilitates the process of setting up procedures within the school while ensuring children have what they need to excel in the classroom. All parents may want to ask doctors to provide copies of medical and immunization records so that schools will have the most recent copies on file.

Parents should schedule eye examinations before the first day of school so they have ample time to fill

new prescriptions for youngsters before school begins. This ensures kids won't be starting off on the wrong foot because of vision problems that could have been addressed already.

Parents of adolescents or students on the verge of adolescence may want to address the subject of bodily changes before the school year begins anew. Address which changes can be expected, including the start of menstruation for girls. This will help children better understand what is happening when they witness changes in themselves and fellow classmates and give them a chance to receive accurate information rather than gossip from their peers.

Keep in mind that health screenings conducted in advance of the school year may not preclude students from school-sponsored screenings.

Schools may offer their own vision and hearing screenings and may take physical measurements to ensure students are growing on schedules in line with normal development.

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Students are most likely to get sick when school starts because being at school 's immune systems to the test, offers The Mayo Clinic. Young children put childrenÕs who are in close proximity to others in large groups tend to spread organisms like bacteria and viruses that cause illness. Breaking the cycle can take some work, but itÕs 's possible to make this a healthy school year. encourage handwashing Frequent handwashing is a great way to prevent illness. Handwashing habits are essential for school-aged children and should be taught as soon as possible.

Children should wash their hands after they use the bathroom and before they eat. If theyÕve ' ve been playing outside or have interacted with children who are sick, handwashing can help remove some of the germs lingering on their hands.

Antibacterial wipes are another option, but they may not be as effective as washing hands with warm, soapy water. sTop (some) sharing Sharing develops good manners and can foster new friendships. But children should be discouraged from sharing food, drinks and other personal items. Once 's mouth, it should not be shared. the item has been placed in a childÕs Take a sick day Rare is the student who will never come down with an illness. When kids get sick, keep them at home. Schools may have guidelines indicating when it is acceptable 's important that parents adhere to those for children to return to school, and itÕs guidelines so illnesses cannot spread around the school.

theater program, directed by Scott Foxx. These programs are in addition to the established ballet, ceramics, choral, strings, theater and visual arts educational opportunities for both children and adults. Registration for fall semester classes has begun. Visit www.averittcenterforthearts.org for the most up-to-date information.

Those who support the Averitt Center have always enjoyed special perks, including the opportunity to purchase season-ticket packages in advance of the general public, membership pricing on individual tickets and discounts on classes. This year, members have a mini-season planned just for them; three special shows, each offering pre-performance cocktails or meals, will be held throughout the year at the Whitaker Black Box Theater on West Main Street. All performances will be geared toward adults ages 21 and older. The performances include a puppet cabaret, the entertaining PJ's and an evening of soft jazz with the Georgia Southern Jazz Band and local vocalists. Be sure to update your membership and purchase your Members' Only Black Box Series tickets.

For more information on the classes or to purchase tickets, visit www. averittcenterforthearts.org.

promoTe adequaTe sleep and nuTriTion While adults may need between seven and nine hours of sleep a night, children often require more. The National Sleep Foundation recommends eight to 13 hours of sleep a night for school-aged children. Begin adjusting sleep schedules during the latter part of summer vacation so that children can readjust to their regular sleep schedules.

Parents also should feed kids nutritious diets consisting of a variety of foods.

Avoid high-calorie junk foods, reserving such items only as special treats every so often. donaTe cleaning supplies Some schools may be underfunded and may not have enough supplies to keep all of the classrooms and surfaces clean. Parents can help by donating cleaning wipes and sprays so that students and teachers can thrive in clean, healthy environments.

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Because 2016–17 is the Averitt Center's 13th year of bringing you and your family quality arts entertainment and education, the center is working hard to prove that the number 13 isn't always unlucky. This is the perfect year for you and your family to get involved in one or more of the many exciting things going on at the Averitt Center for the Arts in downtown Statesboro.

The 2016–17 season promises to be a series of excellent opportunities. From Elvis to Lewis Grizzard, Ray Charles to Pam Tillis, from Celtic Christmas to a new retelling of the beloved "A Christmas Carol," there is something for everyone this season.

Our ever-popular community theater productions have an impressive line-up for the upcoming season that you won't want to miss. The classic "Arsenic and Old Lace" will kick off the series, followed by a much-anticipated revival of "Steel Magnolias." In February, we are thrilled to have Mical Whitaker back to direct "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." We will end the season with the blockbuster musical "Young Frankenstein."

Season ticket sales for members continues through Aug. 5. New season ticket subscriptions can be purchased Aug. 8–19, and individual show tickets go on sale on Aug. 22.

The center continues to experience rapid growth. This fall, the newest facility, the Roxie Remley Center for Fine Arts, will house all ceramics and visual arts classes. Located on Vine Street, the center's public ribbon cutting is scheduled for Sept. 8, a ticketed grand opening celebration is Sept. 9, and a public arts market event is set for Sept. 10. Tickets for the grand opening event can be purchased through the box office. Be on the lookout for more information next month in Moments regarding all these events.

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Peel and slice eggplant into strips. Brush with olive oil and salt and pepper. Let sit for several minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to directions, reserving some cooking liquid if desired. Drain and cool.

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For many years, in order to print a coupon online, you had to install a plugin to your Web browser. This limited the number of coupons a single computer could print, and it also prevented the entire coupon from being

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