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The First Word By Tiffany Doerr Guerzon

Cleaning Confessional When company is coming to our house, I clean. Usually, it takes all day. While in the midst of one of my pre-visit cleaning marathons, I often wonder if cleaning for company is a lie. I guess it is, because I am putting forth a false impression of how our family really lives. It’s the depth and complexity of the lie that changes, depending upon who is coming to visit. OLD FRIENDS (White Lie). Old friends already like us and will be forgiving of a messy house. This type of visit requires only that I give the kitchen counters a swipe, pick up toys from walkways and make sure there isn’t a ring in the toilet. NEW FRIENDS (Bald-faced lie). With new friends, one wants to give the best impression. The house must be clean and stylishly decorated, with flowers on the table and soft music playing in the background. This façade will be destroyed as soon as the “new friends” are moved into the “old friends” category. When anticipating the visit of new friends, the blinders that I normally wear to tolerate my house are ripped off. Cobwebs in high corners glare like neon lights. The porch needs sweeping, and when was the last time I shampooed the carpet? Towers of clutter teeter precariously on flat surfaces. The walls around the light switches are dirty--is that jam? I usually worry so much about the smaller details that I run out of time and end up throwing the rest of the clutter into the master bedroom. Later, after our guests leave, this requires an archeological-style excavation before my husband and I can fall into bed, exhausted. FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN (A small falsehood). These people are fellow parents, so they will understand the toys on the floor or even the occasional un-flushed toilet. However, the outside play areas and children’s bedrooms must be clean. For example, one day, I decided not to clean the backyard. I assumed that since there was a steady drizzle and an ambient temperature of fifty degrees, no child would want to go outside. Of course, one kid determinedly donned her raincoat and galoshes to go out and swing. Later, I felt embarrassed when she knocked on the backdoor asking for a Popsicle. I was puzzled until she showed me a handful of Popsicle sticks and crusty wrappers 8 UTAHFAMILY.COM DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

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DINNER GUESTS WHO LIKE TO HELP (Lie of omission). This category requires a “new” or “old” friend-style cleaning along with a full dose of avoidance. These guests really want to help. They want to wash dishes and even put away leftovers. The avoidance comes when I prevent them from doing the latter. Searching for Tupperware would reveal the drawer of containers along with an assortment of goldfish and graham cracker crumbs—or in one instance, the humiliating find of a blacked, half-eaten banana. Then, because there is never room in the cleaner, kitchen refrigerator, the leftovers must be put away in the second fridge which is in my garage. On a good day, my garage is an obstacle course. On most days, it’s a death trap. I’m afraid of finding a dinner guest hours later, wedged in between boxes, waving the lid of a covered dish with a dusty Christmas wreath dangling from around her neck. No thanks, I’ll take care of the leftovers myself.

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VISITING FAMILY (Another bald-faced lie—although the truth is revealed if they stay long enough). For this category, a whole house cleaning is needed. Family will think nothing of popping into my bedroom to borrow a shirt or rummaging through my bathroom in search of a hairdryer. Consequently, my usual refuge/ storage area (my bedroom) must be clean. Then, some may want to do laundry. I have no objection to the use of my soap or machine, I’m just afraid they might suffer a fall while kicking their way through the piles of dirty laundry in the laundry room. I’d also hate for them to see the gummy layer of dried detergent on the washer lid and what if they develop a chronic cough from the thick layer of dust and lint on top of the dryer? THE INLAWS (Lie requiring confession with a priest). Here’s where I surrender. Regular lies aren’t enough. I’ve been known to call a cleaning service, and have even entertained the idea of a professional decorator. So I clean, lying by various degrees. I wish I were one of those people whose home is always clean and organized. Maybe that will happen someday, in the far future, when all the children have left home. Until then, I remain a liar.

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In This Issue: 12

Sections 5 The Corkboard

14 The Family Pet

8 The First Word

16 The Family Home

11 Community Kidbits

18 Family Dining

12 Season for Service

60 Teen Scene

Early Childhood 20 Early Education Directory

28 Homegrown Puppets Equal Homemade Fun

22 A Secure Foundation Starts with Connection

30 The Gift of Self Determination

Education 34 Education Planner

40 Open House Calendar

Connections 48 No-Bored-Kids Calendar

62 Teen Scene Calendar

Community Kidbits

All Aboard the Downtown Jingle Bus All aboard the Downtown Jingle Bus! Beginning Friday, November 29th through December 28th, the holiday season visitors to downtown can hop on and off the holiday themed ride circulating between The Gateway, Temple Square, City Creek Center, The Gallivan Plaza, and Capitol Theatre. Shoppers and sightseers will find this free service especially useful to connect downtown’s two malls, abundant holiday lights, and storefront decorations! Those looking to learn fun downtown facts will enjoy the narration provided by volunteer hosts. Jingle Bus runs 5-10 p.m., 7 days a week! Both Salt Lake City natives and visitors know how crazy crowds and traffic can be downtown in the winter months. This is a great alternative to expensive parking, freezing walks, and trying to keep your family together through the crowd. For a route map, pick up sights, and more information, please visit downtownslc.org/jingle.

Help Offered To Caregivers Salt Lake County Aging & Adult Services provides an ongoing Caregiver Support Program that offers short-term assistance and support to individuals taking care of a loved one, often a spouse or parent. Caregivers are faced with a host of new responsibilities many of which are unfamiliar and intimidating and can ultimately create extreme stress and fatigue. On average one in seven Americans is an active caregiver, and in 15 years that will increase to one in four. “Caregivers are three times more likely to face depression, compassion fatigue and its resulting behaviors and symptoms,” said Charise Jensen, Assistant Program Manager over the Caregiver Support Program. “It is crucial people know about these available services to help prevent caregiver burnout.” Education and a variety of events are offered to Caregivers in the community through Salt Lake County Aging & Adult Services, including support groups and consultations. For those who meet eligibility criteria, the program can provide case management, respite and supplemental services for up to one year. More information is available on our website, slco.org/agingadult-services, or by calling 385-468-3280.

Bird Is the Word Every Winter Wednesday Tracy Aviary is open year-round, so why not take advantage of the slower season by getting to spend more quality time with the birds? Without the bustling crowds of the summer, Tracy Aviary is a beautiful place to come relax next to some roaming peafowl, watch the Keas play with all kinds of new toys, and hide out in the tropical warmth of the South American Pavilion.

Free-flight encounters are held in a beautiful, heated space as well, so be sure to check that out! And what’s the best part of all of this? On Wednesdays, November through March, admission is only $1! That dollar goes entirely toward conservation efforts to help ensure the continuation of endangered species protection programs, so you’re not only getting to visit Tracy Aviary; you’re also getting to help save the birds. Come on in, and expect to see some special surprises coming soon to Tracy Aviary! Admission is $1 for everyone ages 3 and up. Children 2 and under are free.

Celebrate the New Year at EVE Winterfest Each year the SLC Downtown Alliance hosts the EVE Winterfest, a three day festival to bring in the New Year. This family friendly festival gets better every year with storytelling, kids’ activities, art shows, film screenings, laser shows, live local music, live fine art performances, and all ages dance parties. Your teens won’t even get bored! Each year EVE has brought in the New Year with a spectacular midnight fireworks show, but this year they might be changing it up. Many residents and business’ in Salt Lake City have expressed concern that the huge fireworks display wasn’t encouraging events to be mindful of clean air. According to their website, eveslc.com, EVE Winterfest has found a clean air alternative to fireworks: the largest disco ball in the United States! They have launched a Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for the transition from fireworks to this awesome light show. The EVE Winterfest will be held throughout downtown Dec. 29-31, 2014. For more information on this year’s event, to buy tickets, or to donate to the Kickstar, please visit eveslc.com.

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A Season for Service By Jaime Winston

Saving the Day H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc. Provides Heroes for the Kids Who Need Them Most James Carlson works at Ebay by day, removing restricted items from the online market’s website. But at nights (and weekends) when a child needs a hero, Carlson comes to the rescue, donning a black cape and cowl. He is vengeance. He is the night. James Carlson is Batman. At least, he is for kids at H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc. events. “To the younger ones, you really are the character,” says Tiffany Conger, a member of H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc. who dresses as Belle from Beauty and the Beast. “That’s why it’s really important, within reason, to stay in character.” H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc. is a non-profit group of about 50 volunteers who play pop-culture icons for children and families at events benefitting organizations like the Children’s Justice Center, Make-A-Wish Foundation and Toys for Tots. Characters include comic book heroes and villains, video game characters and Disney princesses. H.E.R.O.I.C. (Heroes Engaging Real Organizations in Charity) started in 2011, but many members were wearing capes long before. “I’ve been costuming since 2005, when I made my first batsuit,” says Carlson, who now mixes and matches seven Batman suits and 11 masks. His most elaborate “batsuit” cost him $2,500 to craft. He also wears Spider-man and Wolverine costumes, and he’s currently crafting a new Batman costume with a Star Wars theme. Conger dresses as Mary Poppins, Black Widow from The Avengers and Rogue from X-men. Her Belle dress cost her about $1,500 to craft. Like all H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc. members, Carlson and Conger fund their own costumes. 12 UTAHFAMILY.COM DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

Of course, it takes much more than a top-dollar costume to become a H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc. member. “You have to go through a trial membership before you gain full membership,” Conger says. “It’s a three month period, where you are coming to our events and participating with the group.” Trial members are judged on the quality of their costumes and how they interact with children and other members of the group. H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc.’s process for accepting members seems to be working. Mandi Peterson, a Make-A-Wish volunteer, says they are a hit with wish kids. “Without question, our kids are absolutely convinced they are the real deal.” For H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc. member Eric Hall, working with kids makes the time he spends on his costumes worthwhile. “We had an event at the Kearns Library, and there was a little boy who ran up to me, jumped up and gave me a hug,” he says. “It

was just heart-wrenching in a good way to know that I could be Spider-man for that little boy.” The non-profit isn’t just for kids though. Parents, who are kids at heart, are welcome to meet their heroes, too. This winter, look for H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc.’s booth at Salt Lake Comic Con FanX and at charity events around Utah. To become a trial member or just to stay up to date on H.E.R.O.I.C. Inc. events, visit heroicinc.org. Jaime Winston loves writing about people from every walk of life, and he’s been doing it for the last five years for Salt Lake magazine. He caught the writing bug after high school, when his publisher at West Valley News told him to get off the Internet and actually talk to people to find his stories. His work has also appeared in Utah Style & Design, The Diversity Times and The Daily Utah Chronicle. During his free time, he reads stacks of comic books, hikes Utah’s trails and cooks for his wife, Elise.

A Season for Service By Vanessa Crezee

The Spirit of Giving This time of year many families are looking for opportunities to donate to people in need across the Wasatch Front. In the spirit of giving this holiday season, we wanted to showcase a few of the amazing non-profits in our community that help Utah families in need and the ways in which you can support their causes.

The Christmas Box House Int’l Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Moab 801.747.2201 thechristmasboxhouse.org

Volunteers of America, Utah Volunteers of America, Utah serves more than 10,000 individuals across the state who are either struggling with or are victims of homelessness, substance abuse, mental illness, and domestic violence. With services like their Homeless Youth Resource Center, Detox Center, Homeless Outreach Program, and Cornerstone Counseling Center, Volunteers of America, Utah have the chance to change peoples lives. Every year VOA sponsors the “Fill the Pack” program for homeless youth. During

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For many homeless Utahns, Fourth Street Clinic is their only chance at medical treatment. By increasing homeless Utahns’ access to primary care, Fourth Street Clinic is a major partner in ending homelessness, promoting community health, and achieving across-the-board health care savings. From December 1-10, Fourth Street Clinic is holding their annual “Give One Raise Two” event. Every donation is matched by sponsors! Fourth Street Clinic also has teddy bears to purchase for $25 as stocking stuffers. All proceeds from these little guys go straight to the clinic! Donations of socks, hats, sunscreen, lip balm, and monetary donations are always welcome, no matter the season. On December 4, families are invited to join The 4th Street Clinic at The Leonardo’s exhibit “No Fixed Address” from 5:30-8:30pm. This very special exhibit explores homelessness in Utah.

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The Christmas Box House International The Christmas Box House International provides emergency children’s shelters

unsafe situations and need a safe, warm, and comforting place to stay. The Christmas Box House International helps infants to adolescents up to eighteen years of age. They also provide several support programs to local youth in foster care. To volunteer at the Christmas Box House International you need to be twelve or older. Any volunteer under the age of eighteen will need to accompanied by an adult. There are several programs to volunteer with and groups big or small are welcome. Each year, The Christmas Box House International helps stock Santa’s sleigh for over 2,000 abused and neglected kids and teens in our community. Through Project Elf, new clothing, toys, supplies, stocking stuffers, gift cards, and cash are collected to help make Christmas special for kids that are really hurting. Sometimes, this is the first Christmas they have ever really had. Donations can be dropped off to any of the Christmas Box Houses, or you can be matched to a specific child in need. “We are always in need of Suave 2 in 1 Shampoo and boy clothing, sizes 2T-12.” states Keeley Bierwolf, Community Outreach Representative at the Salt Lake Christmas Box House. All donations must be new.

this holiday donation drive, VOA collects over 200 brand new backpacks and fills them with gloves, blankets, water bottles, first aid kits, gift cards, movie tickets, and other useful or fun things, all donated by the community. In response to items that are always in demand, Mandi Keller, Manager of Community Engagement states “We are always in need of financial contributions, but for people that want to go out and buy something... men’s underwear!” This is such a great reminder that things you and your family might take for granted, like clean underwear, are luxury for some. Donations can be made at any of the Volunteers of America, Utah locations.

Volunteers of America, Utah Centers located across Salt Lake County 801.363.9414 voaut.org/donate . Donating items, money, or time is a wonderful thing for your family to do for the holidays, or anytime of year. There are dozens of different non-profit organizations throughout the state to donate or volunteer with. Please make sure that you donate to a credible non-profit organization that has been accredited by the Better Business Bureau. For more information, or to check out a charity you are interested in donating to, please visit give.org. DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015 UTAHFAMILY.COM 13

The Family Home By Kerrie McLoughlin

Home Renovation Sanity Some people move into a house knowing there will be many renovations on the horizon. Some must renovate in order to sell their current house. Some move into a readymade house with the intention of never even uttering that dreaded “R” word. I was in that naïve third set of homeowners, but 13 years later renovation is inevitable. Here’s how I (and others) attempt to keep sanity alive during the renovation process. Start with a foundation of a solid sense of humor. If you are doing this project with a spouse or partner, take a vow that you will not kill each other and will not divorce during the course of the renovation. Eva Gavin, mom of 4 boys, said of renovating a house with her husband, “We argue back and forth until one gives up! Sometimes it goes smoothly, other times we retreat to separate corners of the house and work on different projects.” Work up a list of the minimum you would like to do. If wallpaper is peeling off the walls like a bad sunburn, you’ll want to strip it and either re-wallpaper or paint. If your built-in

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microwave is from the 1980s and takes an hour to cook a bag of popcorn, but a new one on the list. Work up a list of the maximum you would like to do. Ah, this is where you get to dream big. Whip out your design magazines, power up your computer to peruse websites for inspiration and watch every old episode of “Flipping Out”. Granite countertops? Check. Funky cool fireplace brick? Check. And that wall over there just HAS to go. Keep in mind this isn’t just for you. You may be renovating with the intention of selling the property as fast as possible, in which case you are aware that you need to use neutral colors and the best materials. If you are renovating with no intention to move, at least stop and think a moment before painting the guest bathroom shocking pink. Set a budget. I like to use Excel to itemize all the things we will need, from paint brushes to tile to a new stove. You might want to add “marriage counseling” and “wine” to the list.

Figure out how you’re going to pay for the project. Are you going to pay as you go, using money from paychecks, fund the project with a low-interest credit card or maybe even go for a second mortgage? Are you going to do much of the work yourself, you handy little thing, or are you going to outsource the big jobs? It’s important to have a financial plan for each project you want to undertake in the house. Get help! You’d be surprised how many of your friends will work for pizza. I have my girlfriends over to have Stripping Parties (wallpaper, that is). I know they love helping strip three layers of 50-year-old wallpaper (ha!) in exchange for conversation, music, lunch and some nice iced coffee. Your older kids can totally help with painting jobs and other small things. Be realistic on the time it will take to finish. Before you begin, rent the oldish movie “The Money Pit” because it will make YOUR project seem like cake. The contractors in the movie keep saying things will take “two weeks” when it really ends up taking years. Kerrie McLoughlin will soon be sharing all the foibles of her own DIY kitchen renovation at TheKerrieShow.com.

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The Family Pet By Lynn McCarron, DVM, Dipl. ABVP, University Veterinary Hospital

Know When to Take Your Pet to the Vet Our pets are very special to us, and they become part of our family. So when they’re ill, we want to take care of them the best way we can. It can be difficult and worrisome to tell when they are in distress or trouble. Since our pets don’t talk (or because we are not smart enough to figure out what they are saying to us), we can often overlook signs and symptoms that indicate that we need to take them to the veterinarian. Cats, in particular, are wired to hide illness until they are really in trouble, so when an owner feels that something seems wrong with their kitty it’s surely worth investigating. To help you know when to schedule a visit to your veterinarian or when to jump in your car and get your pet to the veterinarian as quickly as possible, here are some signs that a veterinary visit might be needed:

Your pet quits eating You know your pet and his/her normal appetite better than anyone else does. So, when they won’t eat normally for more than a few meals something is probably wrong. Cats in particular cannot go more than two days without food before they can become quite ill from liver disease, even without having an underlying problem. Refusing to eat is a cat’s favorite symptom for any disease, and it takes some investigation to find the underlying problem.

If your pet has diarrhea for more than 24 hours Especially if they don’t seem to be feeling quite normal. Ongoing diarrhea can cause dehydration. If your pet seems healthy and comfortable otherwise, with no vomiting, skipping one or two meals is often the most effective treatment for sudden diarrhea. If it does not resolve in a day or so, give your veterinarian a call. 16 UTAHFAMILY.COM DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

If your pet has trouble moving If your pet is limping, is having difficulty going up and down stairs, has difficulty rising from a sleeping position, or seems painful, your veterinarian should be consulted. These symptoms may indicate a traumatic injury such as a fall, a degenerative type of disease affecting the joints or back such as arthritis, hip dysplasia or disc disease, or some other type of musculoskeletal problem.

Any display of pain Whether crying, meowing in distress, or showing that something hurts in any way warrants a visit to your veterinarian. If vocalization is frequent or continuous, it may be an emergency situation.

Vomiting more than a day If your pet is vomiting for more than 24 hours or the vomiting is accompanied by loss of appetite, pain, or lethargy(extreme tiredness) should be evaluated by your veterinarian.

New lumps or bumps Many of us spend a lot of time petting our dogs and cats. Any lumps or bumps

discovered on or beneath your pet’s skin should be discussed with your veterinarian at your earliest convenience, especially if what you’ve found is changing in size or color. Possible emergent situations could include: • Weakness: especially sudden onset of stumbling or inability to walk. • Bleeding: to any significant degree, especially if blood is spurting or pulsing. • Trouble breathing: any panting in a cat, labored or noisy breathing or inability to catch their breath. • Pale gums: especially accompanied by weakness or lethargy. • Overheating: being left in a car or exercised in the severe heat. • Sudden blindness: bumping into objects or being afraid to walk. • Seizures: loss of consciousness, involuntary muscles contractions or convulsions. • Abdominal distension: or

unsuccessful attempts at vomiting especially in large breed dogs.

(especially lilies), and many household chemicals. Don’t wait for symptoms!

• Toxin exposure: rat poison, snail bait, antifreeze, prescription medications, OTC pain medications (such as aspirin, ibuprofen and especially Tylenol), raw yeast dough, xylitol (sugar free sweetener), raisins or grapes, macadamia nuts, chocolate, paint thinner, toxic plants

or cat examined by your veterinarian. Lynn McCarron, DVM, Dipl. ABVP. Dr. McCarron is the owner of University Veterinary Hospital & Diagnostic Center in Salt Lake City. She is a board certified veterinary practitioner, specializing in canine and feline practice and a member of the American Association of Feline Practitioners. Dr McCarron has greatly enjoyed serving Wasatch Front pets and their owners for more than twenty years.

A good rule of thumb would be to consult your pet’s doctor if you notice anything abnormal in their behavior, appearance or activities. As they say, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” and many illnesses are much easier to treat if diagnosed early in the course of the disease, as opposed to later. If in doubt, have your dog

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Family Mealtime By Alyssa Chirco

Recipe for Success: 7 Easy Way to Boost Nutrition in Your Children’s Meals and Snacks Parents are always on the lookout for new ways to boost the nutritional content of the foods our children consume, but since we often don’t have time to prepare elaborate meals and snacks, we need to get creative. Fortunately, there are many “quick fixes” that will make our family’s meals healthier – and don’t require us to spend hours in the kitchen.

Quick Fix #1: Sprinkle, Sprinkle Wheat germ and ground flaxseeds are nutritional powerhouses that will stay fresh in your fridge for several months, and both can be easily incorporated into a variety of kid-friendly dishes. Store one or both in a salt or parmesan shaker and you’ll be able to “sprinkle” an extra dose of the essential vitamins and nutrients they provide into anything from meatloaf to cookie batter to Saturday morning pancakes. If you refer to them as “special sprinkles,” you might even convince your kids to get in the habit of sprinkling extra nutrition on top of their favorite yogurts, cereals or desserts.

Quick Fix #2: Keep the Secret What your kids don’t know can actually … make them healthier? Yes. Especially if you’re hiding a fruit or vegetable they would not otherwise consume. Next time you serve burritos, try mixing a small amount of ripe, well-mashed avocado into refried beans, topping the mixture with a generous helping of cheese and rolling it all up in a flour tortilla. Your family will be so busy devouring a delicious meal that they’ll never discover your “secret” ingredient. A word of caution: be sure to hide ingredients that won’t be easily detected. 18 UTAHFAMILY.COM DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

“Your sneaky additions should be fairly bland tasting so they don’t impart an off flavor, and similar in color to the food they’re hiding in,” advises Missy Lapine, author of The Sneaky Chef: Simple Strategies for Hiding Healthy Foods in Kids’ Favorite Meals.

Quick Fix #3: Go Half and Half We all know that whole grain bread is more nutritious than the processed white variety, but many kids (and adults) don’t care for its “heartier” flavor. Solve this dilemma with the half white, half wheat approach. Buy a loaf of white bread and a loaf of whole grain, and then make sandwiches using one slice of each. Your family will enjoy the familiar flavor of the white but gradually grow accustomed to the taste of the whole grain, and you’ll feel better knowing they’re consuming at least some of the added fiber and protein that the whole grain option provides.

Quick Fix #4: Sweeten the Deal Young children like to graze throughout the day, so snacks are an important part of their overall diet. But if your kids won’t touch any healthy snacks to fuel their active

little bodies, then sweeten the deal. A few strategically placed chocolate chips can turn ordinary strawberry halves into “Chocolate Ladybugs.” Banana slices and some chocolate syrup can transform a plain scoop of yogurt into a “Banana Split.” Even the humble carrot is far more appealing when served with a simple, protein-packed dip made of peanut butter and honey. Mom of two Margaret Garcia likes to drizzle coconut milk on top of her kids’ favorite snacks. “A little of it goes a long way,” she says of this creamy and slightly sweet liquid that is rich in iron, potassium, magnesium, and antioxidants, as well as Vitamins C, E, and B. “It’s good for them and they love the taste.”

Quick Fix #5: Eat This, Not That Get in the habit of swapping nutrient dense ingredients for foods with empty calories, and before you know it, these substitutions will become routine. Serve a handful of almonds as a snack instead of potato chips. Boost the nutrition in cakes and brownies by substituting canned pumpkin or other pureed fruits for some of the oil. Registered dietician Debbi Heffern recommends replacing some of the sugar in

baked goods with healthier alternatives. “For many baked products,” she says, “you can cut the sugar in half and replace it with powdered milk. The milk is sweet and adds protein and calcium.”

Quick Fix #6: Use Your Words Hannah Mayer has been known to take a few liberties when describing the healthy foods she wants her three daughters to eat. There may be nothing unusual about adding olive oil and steak seasoning to asparagus and roasting it in the oven until crispy. But not every parent thinks to tell her kids they are being served “green” French fries. “They devour them,” says Mayer, who has discovered labels matter. Try it for yourself and you’ll marvel as those “X-ray Vision Sticks,” otherwise known as carrots, rapidly disappear.

Quick Fix #7: Stress Less It’s normal to worry when your three year-old only eats macaroni, but it isn’t

Dining Review By Jennifer Holmberg

The Olympian Restaurant 2181 S. 700 East Salt Lake City, UT 84106 801.487.1407 The Olympian Restaurant is a Greek American diner serving breakfast and lunch everyday from 7am - 3pm. Why do we go there? The kid’s hot chocolate. This isn’t gourmet hot chocolate, just straight up hot chocolate in a white mug with sky high whip cream and sprinkles. The kids love it and best of all, it comes with any kid’s meal purchase. The kid’s meals are generous and if you are willing to pay the $2.99 for an alacarte hot chocolate, could be shared between the kids. The pigs in a blanket and french toast are favorites. The pancakes and eggs are a close third, but come in a smaller portion. For the adults, choose from a classic diner breakfast menu of omelets, pancakes, waffles and skillets or choose some of the breakfasts with a Greek flair, such as the beefteki or

greek omelet. For lunch, do not pass up the greek lemon chicken soup. It is delicious, warming and filling. I could eat it everyday in the winter. You can even get a family portion to go and have it for dinner. We love the Olympian. There is nothing fancy about it and it is affordable. They make a great breakfast and lunch and are very family friendly. The servers are alway nice and seem to have always been there. If you are in the Sugar House area take the family to the Olympian Restaurant and enjoy!

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helpful to force her to eat her broccoli. According to Lapine, we should never threaten or bribe our children to eat healthy foods. “The less you show them that you care about what they are eating,” she says, “the more likely they are to try the healthy foods you secretly want them to eat.” In her book The Sneaky Chef, she advocates hiding fruits and vegetables in dishes kids love because she believes this approach takes pressure off parents, allowing us to teach and model healthy habits, without feeling like we have to force the issue. “Serve those beautiful green veggies in their natural state, alongside the sneaky dishes,” Lapine suggests. “Now that the pressure is off and you have peace at the family table, the kids will be more receptive to learning and trying new foods.” Better nutrition for kids and less stress for parents? For most of us, that’s a definite recipe for success. Alyssa Chirco is a freelance writer and mother of two from St. Louis, Missouri. She has been known to hide shredded zucchini in

Kid-Capable Recipe By Laura Holtrop Kohl MS, RD Harmons City Creek Dietitian

Chef Kimberly’s Baked Salmon Sticks Ingredients for salmon sticks: 1 cup panko bread crumbs 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, finely chopped 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese ¼ teaspoon black pepper 2 large egg whites 1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into ½-inch strips Ingredients for dip: 1/3 cup fat-free mayo ¼ cup fat-free Greek yogurt Juice and zest of ½ lemon 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a cooking rack and spray generously with cooking spray. If you don’t

have a cooking rack, line a baking sheet with parchment paper that has been sprayed with cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk or beat egg whites until they are light and foamy. In another large bowl, stir together the panko breadcrumbs, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and pepper. Dip each salmon stick into the egg whites and then press into the crumb mixture, making sure the crumbs coat the salmon. Place salmon strips onto prepared baking sheet and spray with cooking spray. Bake for 20 minutes. While salmon is baking, make the dip: In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and dill. Serve salmon sticks warm with a small amount of dipping sauce.

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Early Childhood By Lennie Knowlton, LCMHT

Your Child’s Secure Foundation Starts with Connection If you are a parent or caregiver, odds are you have read books, attended classes or sought out advice to improve your parenting. However, no matter what sleep program you adopt, or your choice in baby food, it is the connection you establish with your children that will have the greatest impact on their overall well being. The parent/child connection directly impacts brain development and lays the foundation for a child’s relationships to the world. During infancy and early childhood, a child’s brain grows over 500 times faster than it will grow at any other time in life. The messages a child’s brain receives during this phase of growth, become embedded and integrated

believe that when they share their ideas,

mood disorders or aggressive behaviors and

interests, and talents the world will respond.

will be able to pass down emotional regulation skills to their own children.

Connection Increases Learning Capacity Regular connection with parents or caregivers establish messages of safety for children. Their brains begin to trust that their biological and emotional needs will be met

into thoughts and beliefs. If children have a secure connection with their primary caregiver, they are more likely to embed messages that will positively affect their thoughts and choices. Impactful connection comes in many

through their caregiver. Because of this trust, the brain is able to spend less energy on survival thinking and begins to develop parts of the brain that are responsible for learning

different styles and is built through the small, consistent, everyday moments when parents or caregivers attune to their children. These moments are as simple as feeding a bottle, kissing a bruise, or reading a story. A series

experience connection with their caregiver are more likely to enjoy learning because their brain is free to access these parts of the brain. They will possess a greater ability to remain

of these moments solidify pathways that will provide a child’s brain with the framework for

People who experienced strong connection with their primary caregiver are more inclined

long-term success.

to be successful in school and to develop skills

and higher order thinking. Children who

focused, and objectively process information.

and hobbies.

Connection is the Foundation of Self-Esteem Connection is built through the moments when caregivers respond to their children’s physical or emotional needs. Over time, consistent response to a child establishes the belief that “when I give out a signal, I will be responded to.” This process is the birthplace of self-esteem and establishes within children an innate sense of worthiness. Individuals with this foundation are more resilient to shame, an emotion that has been found in research to be directly correlated with depression, suicide, addiction and violence. Those who possesses self-esteem and feel worthy are more likely to try new things and to pursue goals. They 22 UTAHFAMILY.COM DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

Connection Promotes Emotional Regulation Children are not born with the ability to regulate their own emotions. They learn this skill through their caregiver. Upset children will learn to calm themselves through the breathing, rocking and physical touch of their caregiver. If children are consistently calmed, they begin to learn how to calm on their own. Children who have learned emotional regulation skills are more likely to be able to identify and understand their own emotions and to engage in conscious methods to manage these emotions. These individuals are less likely to experience depression, anxiety,

Connection Enables Empathy Empathy can be defined as the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. When children experience connection, they begin to attune to their caregiver. They learn to recognize and to identify with their caregiver’s different emotional states. It is through this process that children will learn empathy. Children who can practice empathy at an early age, tend to be kind, have better social interaction and are more likely to successfully resolve conflicts. Empathy is also the birthplace of connection. Individuals who are able to form empathic connections are often experience more meaningful relationships and deeper connection with others in their lives. In making efforts to create connection with your children, it is important to remember that connection is very different from perfection. Perfection is unattainable. Connection can be created anywhere and is found in small moments. It is connection, not perfection, that will send your children into the world believing they are worthy of love, capable of success and will enable them to form meaningful connections throughout their lives. Lennie Knowlton is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist with extensive experience in relationship trauma, attachment, emotional regulation and shame resilience. Lennie Knowlton’s private practice, Project Connection, is located in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Early Childhood By Utah Parent Center

Give Your Child the Gift of Self-Determination The attitudes and expectations parents

and continues throughout one’s life. Self-

themselves or make appropriate choices.

hold for their children can have a profound

determination is important for all people,

effect on their social, emotional, and

but it is especially important, and often

attitudes and abilities including: self-

academic development. The manner in

more difficult to learn, for young people

awareness, assertiveness, creativity, pride,

which parents interact with their children

with disabilities. Well-meaning individuals

problem solving and self-advocacy skills.

can influence their son or daughter’s

sometimes “protect” children with

For a child to learn the skills needed to

self-esteem and level of independence.

disabilities by making all their decisions

take charge of his or her own life, he or she

By being persistent when teaching and

for them. Also, sometimes people assume

practicing skills and maintaining high

that people with disabilities can’t think for

expectations for your child, you may instill confidence and foster greater independence—both of which promote self-determination. Becoming self-determined is an ongoing process for all children and youth, whether or not they have a disability. The approaches you take may look different across the age span or depending on the individual strengths and needs of your child.

What is self-determination? Self-determination is, believing you can control your own destiny. Selfdetermination is a combination of attitudes and abilities that lead people to set goals for themselves, and to take the initiative to reach these goals. It is about being in charge, but is not necessarily the same thing as self-sufficiency or independence. It means making your own choices, learning to effectively solve problems, and taking control and responsibility for one’s life. Practicing self-determination also means one experiences the consequences of making choices.

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Self-determination involves many

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Early Childhood By Jan Pierce, M.Ed.

Homemade Puppets Equals Homegrown Fun Creative play is the way young children learn. From babyhood on, children use their physical bodies, their imaginations, and their relationships with others as they play out stories and situations to make sense of the world around them. Pretending is the way they practice social skills, learn to express their truest feelings and fears, it’s how they manage emotions and solve problems. For today’s busy families time for unstructured creative play is in short supply. There are jobs and school and sports and community obligations. Our schedules are full. Creative play requires both open spaces of time and an environment conducive to pretending, creating, and yes, to making messes. Puppets have always been a catalyst for creative dramatic play. Homemade puppets are even more fun because children can create their own characters. Once a puppet is made, it just begs to speak, and before you know it, you have a play! Pre-school children often enjoy finger puppets and may learn to sing nursery rhymes or learn to count using them. As children grow older the puppets can be more elaborate and include button features, or glued-on hair. The sky is the limit in originality when creating puppets—they are just plain fun for kids. Materials for puppets can be found around the house or in craft stores. (See the materials list at the end of the article) There are spoon puppets, using the bowl of the spoon for the head, paper bag puppets where the fold becomes the mouth, paper roll puppets in which a slit becomes a movable mouth, and the list goes on. There are sock puppets, paper plate puppets, popsicle stick and felt puppets. Adults can model the creation of several of these characters, but please allow children to come up with their own creations. Who cares if the dog has five legs or the dragon is orange? It’s the creative process that is important. Even more importantly, it’s the dramatic play that follows the creation that is 28 UTAHFAMILY.COM DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

the real payoff. Once the characters are finished it’s time to put them to work. Children can use them to act out well-known stories such as fairy tales or use them to recite poems. Make generic boy, girl, mom and dad puppets to act out family and friend stories. Create cartoon characters or animal characters from books to retell favorites. Create imaginary creatures with powers to fly or live a thousand years— whatever the children invent. Now it’s time to perform. All children love to perform in front of a friendly family audience. It’s one of the few times they have the floor and they love it. They may have written a program for their play or maybe they’ve created tickets for the event. They may have added music and made props for their performance. The stage could be a table turned on its side or the back of the couch. A large cardboard box with a screen cut out works well too. It needn’t be fancy—the magic of pretend will prevail. Remember to be an enthusiastic and supportive audience. Don’t be alarmed if your child’s plays are filled with mock arguments and fights or if they play out fears of danger and mayhem. The drama takes them into a world where it’s okay to be angry or afraid and it’s safe to tell another character that they hate eating their peas. Creative dramatics is a healthy outlet for your child’s emotions. Sometimes the content of their play will give you clues to inner turmoil and provide an opportunity to talk about the things that are hard to say otherwise. Creative play is valuable to your child’s social and emotional growth. It’s key to his or her artistic development. It’s an important part of a healthy self-concept. So set the stage for your children to have some fun. Create homemade puppets. Jan Pierce, M.Ed., is a retired teacher and a freelance writer. She lives in the Pacific Northwest and travels to India where she and her husband support orphanages and schools.

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Self-Determination

from parents who have a son or daughter

child to grow and not setting limits on what he can do, you may help

cont. from pg. 26

with a disability and their strategies for maintaining high expectations and positive

your child realize his potential.

must be able to set goals, evaluate options, make choices and then work to achieve the goals. Since self-determination skills are most effectively learned and developed by practicing them, young people with disabilities should be given ample

attitudes for their child:

• Treat your child the same as other children, including having the same

• Appreciate your child for who she is

expectations. Try not to let your

as an individual. All children have varying abilities and unique strengths and interests. Recognize your child’s

child’s disability become an excuse. While there may be some variance in expectations according to your

particular attributes and her abilities.

child’s abilities, strive to treat all children equally.

• Focus on your child’s abilities and

opportunity to use their self-advocacy,

strengths rather than his limitations.

decision-making and socialization skills

Think about what your child is able

well before they leave high school to

to do and how those strengths and

assist you as a parent to promote self-

prepare themselves for working and living

abilities can be highlighted and

determination skills for your child. For

in their community.

emphasized in all settings.

more information, contact the Utah

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EARLY CHILDHOOD DIRECTORY

Rowland Hall (179)

Wasatch Presbyterian

2 campuses in Salt Lake City 801.355.7485 rowlandhall.org

1626 S. 1700 East in SLC 801.487.2641 wasatchpreschool.org

Rowland Hall inspires students to lead ethical and productive lives through a college preparatory program that promotes the pursuit of academic and personal excellence. The fully accredited school is Utah’s oldest coeducational college-prep school for PreK-grade 12.

Wasatch Presbyterian Preschool serves children of diverse backgrounds and offer a safe, nurturing environment that promotes intellectual, emotional and social growth, allowing children to build a strong foundation of confidence and enthusiasm appropriate for lifelong learning. Wasatch Prebyterian Preschool is NAEYC accredited school.

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School (211)

Waterford School (175)

1385 E. Spring Lane in Salt Lake City 801.277.6702 stvincents-school.org

1480 E. 9400 South in Sandy 801.816.2203 waterfordschool.org

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School is a fully accredited private school located in the heart of Holladay. The school serves over 300 students, infant through 8th grades. St. Vincent School has a challenging curriculum emphasizing faith, academics, and service.

The Waterford Preschool and Kindergarten provide the youngest students with the best possible beginning. In a warm and nurturing environment, teachers help young students apply their natural curiosity and develop important skills.

Little Learners at Studio 56 (381)

West Valley City Family Fitness Center (487)

170 W. Winchester St. in Murray 801.261.3182 littlelearnersutah.com

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5415 W. 3100 South 801.955.4000 wvc-ut.gov/fitnesscenter

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Little Learners preschool at Studio 56 focuses on the child’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual skills by offering individualized instruction by a qualified, experienced teacher, on a developmental level. Structured physical activity and lifelong fitness habits are taught daily as part of their curriculum.

Discovery why the WVC Family Fitness Center was voted 2014’s All-Around Family Favorite by Utah Family Magazine readers. We offer a Busy Bee Preschool for ages 3-5 as well as state-licensed childcare for members as they use our facilities. We also offer yearround camp programs, including before and after-school care.

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Winner School (151)

4579 S. 1175 West in SLC 801.265.2489 tilleytimechildcare.com

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We strive to provide quality progressive care to Children from 6 weeks old to 12 years of age. We aim to support parents by offering programs that are enjoyable, educational, stimulating, nurturing and affordable for Children of all levels of development.

The Winner School is a wonderful activity center for children ages 2-18. The Winner School offers the finest programs in Dance, Preschool, Day school, Busing, Karate, Tutoring, Computers, Summer Activity Camps and more. Here every child is a winner!

UPSTART - Waterford Institute (382)

YMCA Family Community Center (210)

In-home Throughout Utah 800.669.4533 utahupstart.org

Taylorsville, West Valley, and Kearns 801.839.3388 ymcautah.org

UPSTART is a free, in-home kindergarten preparedness program funded by the state of Utah. UPSTART will give your child a fun start in reading, math, and science (with a focus on reading) in just 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week.

The Y’s early childhood education programs provide a structured environment that strengthens youth’s language, math, physical, literacy, social, and emotional skills, allowing 3-5 year olds the opportunity to explore, create, play, and learn. Their programs are designed to ensure your child’s success.

Wasatch Arts Center (453)

YWCA Lolie Eccles Early Education Center (384)

11968 S. Redwood Rd. in Draper 801.253.6323 wasatchartscenter.com

344 E. 300 South in SLC 801.537.5502 ywca.com/lolieeccles

Each preschool day is a fun exploration in creativity with daily opportunities to learn, play, move, and create. We learn about artists, composers, music, letters, phonics, numbers, counting, seasons, reading skills, writing, art, and so much more. There is something for every child and every learning style in our preschool program!

Providing high-quality child care, pre-K, and full-day academic kindergarten, as well as extended care and “Day Camp” when kids are out of school. The Center offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum from an experienced, educated staff, and focuses on enhancing each child’s social, cognitive, language and physical growth within the context of the YWCA’s broader mission. NAEYC accredited.

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We Are Utah’s Only 24-Hour Facility Tilley Time Child Care has been in business since 1986 and is one of the largest centers in the State of Utah

4579 S. 1175 West in Taylorsville

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EDUCATION PLANNER

Education Planner Blessed Sacrament (188) 1745 E. 9800 South in Sandy 801.572.5311 blessedsacschool.org

Brain Works (178)

Holladay, Draper, Provo, Ogden, Logan 801.699.1021 brainworksmindmapping.com Working through learning struggles with Brain Works is fun! They address these struggles by using hands-on kinesthetic and mental exercises which develop processing skills. Concentration, Memory, Comprehension, and many other skills are permanently improved.

Carden Memorial School (69)

Cosgriff (493)

2335 Redondo Ave. in Salt Lake City 801.486.3197 cosgriff.org J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School is a fully accredited school in Salt Lake City for students ranging from 2 year-old preschoolers through 8th graders. Cosgriff provides an outstanding liberal arts education emphasizing academic excellence and strong character formation.

Itineris Early College (491)

8714 S. Roy Del Circle in West Jordan 385.800.2140 iechs.org Itineris Early College High School is a science & mathematics public, charter high school for 10, 11 & 12 grade students. Itineris blends high school and college into a coherent educational program. College credits can be earned while completing high school graduation requirements. Best of all you pay little or no tuition for the college credits you earn. The course work is rigorous and the instruction outstanding framed in a school culture of support.

Kumon Math and Reading (383)

1452 E. 2700 South in Salt Lake City 801.486.4895 cardenmemorialschool.com

9 area locations 800.ABC.MATH kumon.com

Kumon math and reading programs help children of all ages and levels become eager, independent self-learners. Unlike tutoring sessions, Kumon helps children learn how to learn on their own, and develops strong academic skills. Students gain a sense of confidence that will help them in the classroom and beyond.

Challenger School (156)

The McGillis School (215)

Challenger School offers uniquely fun and academic classes for preschool through 8th grade students. Students learn to think for themselves and value independence. The results are unmatched at any price. Visit them!

Welcome to the Start of a Lifetime: Our singular focus on the K-8 elementary years defines us. But far more importantly, it defines our students. A belief in teaching not just how, but why. Not only what, but to what end. Not merely the reason, but reasoning.

Farmington, Holladay, Lehi, Salt Lake City, Sandy and W. Jordan 801.487.9984 challengerschool.com

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668 S. 1300 East in Salt Lake City 801.583.0094 mcgillisschool.org

3D Printing for Kids Bring your ideas to life at Zaniac!

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Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR

Call 801.997.8580 to enroll! Zane Math • Game-Based Learning: Minecraft™ Computer Programming • Zaniac Robotics: LEGO® And More!

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December 1, 2014

8714 South Roy Del Circle (3500 W.) West Jordan, Utah 84088 (385) 800-2140 For Registration Open House Dates Go To www.iechs.org

Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic School Learning for the Mind, Body and Soul!

Registering for the 2015-2016 School Year January 29, 2015 from 5:00 - 6:30 pm 1385 Spring Lane | Holladay, UT 84117 For a tour, call (801) 277-6702

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Montessori Community School (494)

EDUCATION PLANNER

2416 E. 1700 South in Salt Lake City 801-355-1555 www.montessorislc.com

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School (211) 1385 E. Spring Lane in Salt Lake City 801.277.6702 stvincents-school.org

Salt Lake City Open Classroom (379)

Salt Lake School For The Performing Arts (214)

The Open Classroom is a free public charter school that embraces a flexible approach to teaching. The OC has been around since 1977 and considers the social, emotional, creative, cognitive, and physical needs of every child as well as their academic needs. They have a small student/teacher ratio and are available for graes PreK-8th.

The Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts promotes excellence in artistic expression, performing arts and academics to increase each student’s ability to compete professionally and to be successful in their future pursuits in institutions of higher learning.

134 N. D St. in Salt Lake City 801.578.8144 ocslc.org

Providence Hall (490)

4558 W. Patriot Ridge Dr. in Herriman 801.727.8260 www.providencehall.com Providence Hall Charter School, the only K-12 International Baccalaureate World School in Utah, boasts small class sizes, inquiry based instruction, rigorous college and career ready courses, as well as arts, music, drama and sports. We teach students to think critically, communicate effectively and act responsibly in an everchanging global community.

Redeemer Lutheran (168)

1955 E Stratford Ave. in Salt Lake City 801.487.6283 redeemerschoolslc.org

2291 S. 2000 East in Salt Lake City 801.466.6700 saltlakespa.org

Wasatch Speech & Language (178) 2120 E. 3900 South, #200 in Holladay 801.308.0400 wasatchspeechandlanguage.com

A full-service clinic for the evaluation and treatment of childhood communication disorders. Their intensive stuttering therapy program allows children and parents to learn more about their stuttering and learn management techniques. For more information, please visit their website.

Waterford School (175) 1480 E. 9400 South in Sandy 801.816.2203 waterfordschool.org

Our school is Christ-centered school and provides a whole child Christian approach to learning. Small classes insure that each child is given opportunities for one-onone attention. A caring family atmosphere exists between the students, staff and families. Service to others is an important part of our commitment to share God’s love with others.

An independent school providing a liberal arts, college preparatory education for students in Preschool through 12th grade. Waterford has an exceptional faculty, a rich curriculum, a nurturing community and a beautiful 40-acre campus. This is Waterford.

Rowland Hall (179)

Weilenmann School of Discovery (240)

2 campuses in Salt Lake City 801.355.7485 rowlandhall.org

4199 Kilby Road in Park City 435.575.5411 wsdpc.org

What makes Weilenmann School of Discovery unique? Come see for yourself! Blending tradition and innovation, WSD provides individualized learning delivered by Master Teachers in a close-knit community. Join us on January 15 to learn more. Bus service offered from Salt Lake, Heber, and Park City.

St. Andrews Catholic School (492) 11835 S. 3600 West in Riverton 801.253.6000 standrewut.org

We are a diverse, Catholic, academically challenging preschool and pre-kindergarten through 8th grade school in Riverton, Utah. Our dedicated teachers, traditional values, high expectations, and commitment to parent involvement prepare our students to be successful in high school, college, and career! We help create students to be, “Who they ought to be so they can set the world ablaze!” 36 UTAHFAMILY.COM DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

Zaniac (346)

1045 E. 2100 South in Salt Lake City 801.977.8580 zaniaclearning.com/sugarhouse At Zaniac, kids discover math and technology- and just how much fun learning can be. Forget drills and repetition, Zaniac’s fun after-school enrichment programs engage kids in creative, conceptual problem solving that builds confidence and a real academic advantage.

Bring your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love of learning to new heights Schedule a tour to see the Carden difference 801-486-4895 www.cardenmemorialschool.com

CARDEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL A Classical Education Approach

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Educating the Whole Child Pre-K - 8th

School Tours

WEILENMANN SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY

January 15 from 9-10:30 a.m. 4199 Kilby Road, Park City, UT 84098 435.575.5411 wsdpc.org

SUNDAY Jan. 11th 12-2 pm In the J.E. Cosgriff School Library 1975 S. 2300 E. Salt Lake City

What makes Weilenmann School ofSchool Discovery Toursunique? December 11 from – 10:30am Come see for yourself! Blending tradition and9 innovation, What makes Weilenmanndelivered School of Discovery Come see for yourself! WSD provides individualized learning byunique? Master Teachers Blending tradition and innovation, WSD provides individualized learning delivered by MasterJoin Teachers a close-knit community. on December 11 to learn in a close-knit community. usin on January 15 Join to uslearn more. more.

Open enrollment 6 for the 2014 – 2015 school year. Intent to Enroll begins January 5 forbegins the January 2015–2016 school year. Visit wsdpc.org / enrollment.

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TUESDAY Jan. 27th 7-8:30 pm

Welcoming Families of 2-Year Old Preschool – 8th Grade Students FOR MORE INFORMATION please call 801.486.3197 or visit COSGRIFF.ORG.

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4199 Kilby Road, Park City, Utah 435.575.5411 wsdpc.org

Daily bus service from Park City, Heber and SLC

pen Ho Faith Formation use Thursd ay, Jan  Prestigious National School of Character Designation . 29, 201 6:00 pm – 7:00 p 5  6 time winner National Promising Practice Awards m  Cutting Edge Technology throughout School  Accreditation through Western Catholic Educational Assoc.  Hands-on Center for Science & the Arts  Accelerated Math Program Enroll Today  Leadership Opportunities for Students 3-year old Preschool - Grade 8  Monthly Service Learning Projects Call For a Tour  Integrated Character Education Program 801-572-5311  3-year old Preschool Readiness Program 1745 East 9800 South, Sandy  Little Blessings Day Care on site 

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OPEN HOUSE CALENDAR

Open House Calendar Early Education

BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Elementary School

J.E. COSGRIFF MEMORIAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL

1745 E. 9800 South in Sandy 801.571.5311 blessedsacschool.org

2335 E. Redondo Ave. in SLC 801.486.3197 cosgriff.org

Jan. 29, 6-7 p.m.

Jan.11, 12-2 p.m. Jan. 27, 7-8:30 p.m.

Meet teachers, hands-on activity and a tour.

BLOOMING MINDS MONTESSORI 12447 S. Crossing Drive in Riverton 801-556-1006 www.bloomingmindsmontessori.com Call to schedule a tour.

CARDEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL 1452 E. 2700 South in SLC 801.486.4895 cardenmemorial.com Feb. 5, 9-11 a.m. Feb. 26, 7 p.m. Learn what Carden Memorial School is all about through mini lessons.

CHALLENGER SCHOOL challengerschool.com 1089 Shepard Creek Pkwy in Farmington 801.451.6565 4555 S. 2300 East in Holladay 801.572.1910 3920 N. Traverse Mountain Blvd in Lehi 801.407.8777 1065 S. 1000 East in Sandy 801.572.1910 2247 W. 8660 South in West Jordan 801.565.1058 Observe classrooms any time. No appointment needed.

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Middle School

Join us for an information session and school tour with J.E Cosgriff School staff, student and parent host -- welcoming prospective families of 2-year olds to 8th graders.

DANCING MOOSE MONTESSORI 4428 W. Links Dr. in West Valley City 10995 S. River Front Pkwy. in South Jordan 801.968-0100 mydancingmoose.com

High School

LEARNING DYNAMICS PRESCHOOL Lehi, Riverton, Saratoga Springs and Orem 801.331.6700 ilovemypreschool.com Call to schedule a tour.

LITTLE LEARNERS PRESCHOOL 170 W. Winchester St. in Murray 801.261.3182 littlelearnersutah.com Call to schedule a tour. See our website for Open House dates this spring. Little Learners Preschool is a service of Studio 56 Dance.

Jan. 26 & 27, 9-11 a.m.

THE MCGILLIS SCHOOL

Join us for an Open House.

668 S. 1300 East in SLC 801.583.0094 mcgillisschool.org

ITINERIS EARLY COLLEGE

Jan. 13 & 14, 9 a.m.

8714 S. Roy Del Circle in West Jordan 385.800.2140 iechs.org

Whether you are considering Kindergarten, Middle School or any grade in between, these visits are a great way to get to know McGillis.

Dec. 9, 6 p.m. Jan. 13, 6 p.m. Jan. 21, 6 p.m. Jan. 31, 10 a.m. Feb. 10, 6 p.m. Feb. 18, 6 p.m.

MCKEE LANGUAGE SCHOOL

Information Events. Parents and students can learn about the opportunities available at Itineris. See website for more details.

Call or enroll online for a free session.

JCC EARLY CHILDHOOD

Salt Lake City and Orem 801.349.1846 mckeeschool.com

MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL

2 N. Medical Dr. in Salt Lake City 801.581.0098 slcjcc.org/preschool-a-kindergarten

2416 E. 1700 South in SLC 801.355.1555 montessorislc.com

Jan. 16 - Kindergarten Open House Feb. 19 - Preschool Open House

For all students 18 months to 8th grade.

Jan.15, 6:30-8 p.m.

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OPEN HOUSE CALENDAR

THE NEWCASTLE SCHOOL

ROWLAND HALL

12257 S, 800 East in Draper 801.553.0622 newcastleschool.com

2 campuses in Salt Lake City 801.355.7485 rowlandhall.org

Feb. 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mar. 21, 11 a.m. -2 p.m. Apr. 18, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. May 16, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Jan. 13, 6:30 p.m. - for Upper School, grades 9-12 Jan. 15, 6:30 p.m. - for Middle School, grades 6-8 Jan. 22, 6:30 p.m. - for 2 PreK-Kindergarten Jan 28, 9:00 a.m. - for Lower School, grades 1-5

Open House. Daily tours also available 9-10:30 a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m.

SALT LAKE CITY OPEN CLASSROOM 134 N. D St. in Salt Lake City 801.578.8144 ocslc.org Feb. 12, 6 p.m. Join us for a Parent Information Night on Feb. 12. School tours also held every other Thursday from 9-10 a.m.

PROVIDENCE HALL CHARTER SCHOOL 4557 W. Patriot Ridge Dr. in Herriman 801.727.8260 Jan. 28, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mar. 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mar. 31, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Apr. 16, , 6:30-7:30 p.m. Open House held at our High School Campus. Learn about the only K-12 International Baccalaureate World School in Utah

PUDDLE JUMPER PRESCHOOL Salt Lake and South Jordan 801.833.8330 puddlejumperpreschool.com Call to schedule a tour or visit 10 a.m.-1 p.m. M-F.

SAINT ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL 11835 S. 3600 West in Riverton 801.253.6000 standrewut.org

1955 E. Stratford Ave. in SLC 801.487.6283 redeemerschoolslc.org Call the school office to set up a tour.

RIGHT START KIDS ACADEMY South Jordan and Park City 801.790.1800 blackdiamondgym.com

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11968 S. Redwood Rd. in Draper 801.253.6323 wasatchartscenter.com Jan. 27, 10 a.m. Meet our teacher and have a tour.

WATERFORD SCHOOL 1480 E. 9400 South in Sandy 801.816.2203 waterfordschool.org/openhouse Feb. 18, 6 p.m. Tour the lower school campus, Preschool - Grade 5. Meet faculty, parents and students.

Jan. 29, 6:30-8 p.m. Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at our program at our Annual Open House.

WEILENMANN SCHOOL 4199 Kilby Road in Park City 435.575.5411 wsdpc.org

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL 1385 E. Spring Ln. in Holladay 801.277.6702 stvincents-schools.org

Jan. 15, 9-10:30 a.m. Open House. School tours by appointment as well. Open enrollment begins January 5.

Jan. 29, 5-6:30 p.m. Private tours for infants-grade 8. Celebrating over 50 years of Faith, Knowledge and Service.

THE WINNER SCHOOL 6120 S. 2075 East in Holladay 801.278.2500 thewinnerschool.com Call to schedule a tour.

SALT LAKE SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 2291 S. 2000 East in Salt Lake City 801.466.6700 saltlakespa.org Jan. 23, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mar. 26, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Apr. 16, 5:30-6:30 p.m. May 1, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Open Houses. Meet with the administrators and students, take a tour, see a show on us!

REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL

WASATCH ARTS CENTER FINE ARTS PRESCHOOL

Jan. 23 Feb. 5 Mar. 12 & 13 Apr. 16 & 17 May 1 Shadow Days. Get a real feeling for what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like to attend SPA! Be part of the student body. Simply show up on the day you would like to attend. No advanced reservations necessary. We will give you a schedule of the classes that are available that day from which to choose and also provide lunch.

YMCA COMMUNITY FAMILY CENTER 4223 S. Atherton Dr. in Taylorsville 801.839.3388 ymcautah.org/cfc Jan. 12 Feb. 2 Mar. 2 Apr. 13 May 4 Open House for 3-4 year old preschool and Kindergarten Academy

YWCA LOLIE ECCLES EARLY EDUCATION CENTER 344 E. 300 South in SLC 801.537.5502 ywca.com/lolieeccles Jan. 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Mar. 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Apr. 21, at 9-11 a.m. Open House.

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Holidays

Best New

Educational Holiday gifts are usually split into two categories: non-educational and fun or educational and boring. This does not have to be the case! Each year parents are leaning more toward toys and activities that stimulate the mind while still being fun. Your children will enjoy exploring a whole new world of activities and toys designed to get them thinking while having fun during the long winter break and beyond. Here are recommendations from local experts of fun and educational toys introduced this year:

See-Inside Sensory Blocks $29.99 at Lakeshore Learning Ages 6mo - 3 years Perfect for hands-on sensory fun. These unique blocks are filled with balls in different sizes and colors- and they make interesting sounds to delight children with every shake.

Ages 6mo + The 5.5” phone features 12 colorful light-up icons with fun songs and sounds that activate when pressed. When switched on, children can press the icons to hear the ABC song, a lullaby, “snapshot” sounds and more! The most exciting feature of this phone is its “record and ring” ability—mom or dad (or grandparents!) can record a message on the phone for children. Then, using the included remote control heart, parents can activate the phone ringer from across the room (unobstructed), and children will hear their loved one’s message! It’s a magical addition to fun phone play that children will adore!

Science Kit provides hours of fun for your little scientist-in-themaking. It includes a real lab tray with test tubes, and plenty of science experiments to create fun for days. Best of all, the science experiments are easy, safe, and really tasty: rainbow ice, ice-cream in a bag, homemade butter, exploding marshmallow, dancing pasta, rocky candy, Jell-O magnifier, and more!

Learn to Print! Magnetic Board $29.99 at Lakeshore Learning Ages 3yrs - 6 yrs

Clifford the Big Red Dog- Food Science MyPhone $19.99 at The Tutoring Toy

$19.95 at Clark Planetarium Ages 3yrs - 10yrs Clifford the Big Red Dog Food

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Children get tons of practice making lowercase letters with a fun magnetic board that lets them trace and retrace each letter of the alphabet! Kids simply use the built-in magnetic wand to guide a magnetic ball through each letter and develop print and coordination skills as they go!

Robot Turtles Game $24.99 at The Tutoring Toy Ages 4yrs + Robot Turtles is the only board game that sneakily teaches kids as young as preschoolers how to program a computer. All with a cool twist: no screen, no keyboard and no special effects – just an innovative concept that teaches coding and problemsolving skills amid silly family fun. Robot Turtles is played with a grown up and up to four kids. Kids take the role of a programmer, playing cards to direct their turtle. The grown up takes the role of the computer, moving the turtle in response to the child’s every command. Kids quickly learn to maneuver their turtles to collect jewels and unlock new features like Lasers, Ice Walls, and the Function Frog: see page 46

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Educational As kids create code, parents respond with goofy beeps, bops and zaps, eliciting shrieking delight and belly laughs.

Squigz $24.99 at Red Balloon Toy Store Ages 3yrs - 12 yrs Suction Construction! Squigz build, bounce and stick to almost any surface - even windows! Super flexible Squigz can be assembled to create an impressive array of vehicles, robots, jewelry and more. Just as fun to POP apart! They’re fun little suckers.

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No-Bored-Kids Calendar December 3 Wednesday Holiday Art Market: Local and regional artists in this intimate art show surrounded by the beautiful preserve! Swaner Preserve and Ecocenter, 1258 Center Dr., in Park City. 10 a.m. Toddler Storytime: Stories and songs for ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 10:15 a.m. Learn & Grow Developmental Play Event: Children from birth-5 are invited to an open play with developmental toys! South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 10:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs, and fun for ages 3-6 years with a caregiver. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 11 a.m. The Littlest Elf: Bring the kids for a family friendly puppet show. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 11 a.m. Music and Movement: A lively and noisy hour aimed at toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers to explore music and dance. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., in Park City. 11 a.m. Holiday Origami: Make fun ornaments and decorations especially for the upcoming holidays! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 4:30 p.m. Music Together Class: Celebrate and learn about music together with your children! Imagination Place, 1155 E. 3300 South in Salt Lake City. 6:15 p.m. Utah Valley Symphony: Annual Utah Valley Symphony family Christmas concert! Covey Center for the Arts, 425 W. Center in Provo. 7:30 p.m.

4 Thursday Toddler Storytime: Stories and songs for ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 10:15 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Read, sing, laugh, and play at this fun storytime! Preschoolers with adult. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Christkindlmarkt: Food and festive holiday entertainment for your family while you explore a German Christmas village. Booths! This Is The Place, 2601 E. Sunnyside Ave., in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m. Utah Valley Symphony: Annual Utah Valley Symphony family Christmas concert!

Covey Center for the Arts, 425 W. Center in Provo. 7:30 p.m.

5 Friday Christkindlmarkt: Food and festive holiday entertainment for your family while you explore a German Christmas village. Booths! This Is The Place, 2601 E. Sunnyside Ave., in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m. Utah Winter Faire: Indoor Renaissance Faire for the entire family! Davis County Legacy Events Center, 151 S. 1100 West in Farmington. Noon. Scientist in the Spotlight: Meet a new Scientist every month, learn, and ask questions! Exploration of the Museum encouraged. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. Lego Club: Join Holladay’s newest club for ALL ages! Some Lego’s available but bring some from home if available. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 3 p.m. The Night Before Christmas: Salt Lake Dance Center and Ballet Jeunesse present this beautiful holiday ballet production for families. Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 South, in Salt Lake City. Visit arttix.org for tickets. 7 p.m.

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largest holiday 5K race series aimed to fight arthritis. Wear a holiday themed costume. The Gateway Mall, 400 W. 100 South in Salt Lake City. 9 a.m.

Utah Winter Faire: Indoor Renaissance Faire for the entire family! Davis County Legacy Events Center, 151 S. 1100 West in Farmington. Noon.

Snow Days at the Shaw Gallery: Familiarte is a free, family art program. Tour the Shaw Gallery and participate in hands-on art activities. Weber State Department of Visual Art & Design, 3964 W. Campus D., DEPT 2001 in Ogden . 10 a.m.

Rapunzel: Watch this classic fairy tale come to life on stage! The Utah Children’s Theatre, 3605 S. State Street in South Salt Lake. 1 p.m.

Holiday Open House: 13th Annual Holiday Open House at Red Butte Garden! Look at artists and booths while sipping free hot cocoa and cider. Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Kid’s Photography Workshop: Explore photography through the lens of wilderness photocomposition. 4th-6th Graders. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m.

Utah’s Animals: Get up close and personal with the local wild animals! Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. Books 2 Movies: Join us for How the Grinch Stole Christmas film. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., in Park City. 3 p.m. International Children’s Choir Holiday Concert: Join us for the annual holiday concert. Free. Joseph Smith Memorial Building, 15 E. South Temple in Salt Lake City. 4:30 and 7:30 p.m.

Christkindlmarkt: Food and festive holiday entertainment for your family while you explore a German Christmas village. Booths! This Is The Place, 2601 E. Sunnyside Ave., in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m.

Disney’s Choo Choo Soul with Genevieve: Preschoolers and families will love this musical. The George S. & Dolores Dore` Eccles Center for the Performing Arts, 1750 Kearns Blvd., in Park City. 5 p.m.

Beard Bash: Fundraising event benefiting Kids On The Move, featuring manly fun activities fit for the whole family! Timpanogos Harley-Davidson, 555 S. Geneva Rd., in Lindon. 11 a.m.

Clinton City Community Sing-a-long: Children’s Choir will be performing as well as audience singing. Santa visit and refreshments. Parkside Elementary School 2262 N. 1500 West Clinton, Utah, 2262 N.

1500 W in Clinton City. 5 p.m. Holiday Festival: Activities for the whole family! Photo booth, ice skating, tractor rides, a figure skating show, crafts, food, and a Santa visit! Utah Olympic Oval, 5662 S. 4800 West in Kearns. 6 p.m. The Night Before Christmas: Salt Lake Dance Center and Ballet Jeunesse present this beautiful holiday ballet production for families. Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 South, in Salt Lake City. Visit arttix.org for tickets. 7 p.m.

7 Sunday Holiday Open House: 13th Annual Holiday Open House at Red Butte Garden! Look at artists and booths while sipping free hot cocoa and cider. Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Winter Market: Winter farmer’s market. Fresh produce, eggs, meat, baked goods, packaged foods, and more. Rio Grande Depot, 300 S. 455 West in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Utah Winter Faire: Indoor Renaissance Faire for the entire family! Davis County Legacy Events Center, 151 S. 1100 West in Farmington. Noon. Hanukkah Market 2014: Local vendors of Arts and Crafts, books and Jewish foods. Open to all! I.J. & Jeanne Wagner Jewish Community Center , 2 N. Medical Drive in Salt Lake City . Noon.

8 Monday Toddler Tales: Stories, songs, and playtime fun for ages 0-2. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Gotta Move: Music, movement, and dance with a story break. All ages. No registration necessary. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 10:30 a.m. Playtime Fun!: Kids play with toys, games, coloring activity, and craft while you sit back and take it easy. Ages 0-6. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 a.m. Christian School Bell Choir: The choir will be in the library lobby performing

holiday music for all ages. West Jordan Library, 8030 S. 1825 West in West Jordan. 5:30 p.m. Charlotte’s Web: Learn the truth about spiders and why we need them through books, crafts, and games. Weber County Library: Main Branch, 2464 Jefferson Ave. in Ogden. 6 p.m.

Book Dudes: Boys 7-11 talk about this month’s book and do activities. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 4:15 p.m. The Shoemaker & the Elves Puppetshow: Your entire family will love this holiday puppet show! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 7 p.m.

String Project Concert: Concert especially for third graders through high school seniors, interested in playing string instruments. You even get to try! Austad Auditorium, 3848 Harrison Blvd in Ogden. 6:30 p.m.

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Timpanogos Symphony: The Timpanogos Symphony Orchestra presents ‘Christmas: Celebrating the Season’ with special guest star Nathan Osmond. Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way in Lehi. 6:30 p.m.

Holiday Storytime: Holiday stories, songs, craft, and a special guest for preschool ages! Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.

The Shoemaker & the Elves Puppetshow: Your entire family will love this holiday puppet show! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 7 p.m. Holiday Origami & Visit with Santa: Create your own toy, puppet & surprise. Santa will be available after program to visit with. Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East in Salt Lake City. 7 p.m.

9 Tuesday Cuentos y Nios: Disfrute de cuentos, m sica, y mucho m s en Espa ol! Diversi n para todos los ni os con un adulto participante. Storytime presented in Spanish. All are welcome! Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Christmas Movin & Groovin with Miss Carolyn: Holiday themed music and movement class! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 10:30 a.m. The Littlest Elf: This preschool holiday puppet show tells the story of The Littlest Elf. Adult required. Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 2 p.m. Family Matinee Movie: Come watch a family friendly movie! Free popcorn provided. Tooele Library, 128 W. Vine St., in Tooele. 4 p.m.

Toddler Storytime: Stories and songs for ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 10:15 a.m.

Christmas Movin & Groovin with Miss Carolyn: Holiday themed music and movement class! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 10:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs, and fun for ages 3-6 years with a caregiver. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 11 a.m. Music and Movement: A lively and noisy hour aimed at toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers to explore music and dance. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., in Park City. 11 a.m. Gingerbread Jamboree: Read some sweet cookie-themed stories and decorate your own gingerbread treat. Supplies provided. Salt Lake City Library: Corinne and Jack Sweet Branch, 455 F St., in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m. Littlest Elf Puppet Show: Preschool holiday themed puppet show! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd. in Draper. 11:15 a.m. Measure Up: Science themed measurement activities for elementary ages. Salt Lake City Library: Chapman Branch, 577 S. 900 West in Salt Lake City. 4 p.m. Tween Time: Activities and games for tweens in 4th - 7th grades. South Jordan

Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4:30 p.m. The Animals’ Santa: Reading and signing of this holiday children’s book. Provo Library at Academy Square, 550 N. University Ave., in Provo. 6:30 p.m. Family Movie Night: Come see this family favorite that has everyone singing- Frozen! West Jordan Library, 8030 S. 1825 West in West Jordan. 6:30 p.m. Book Dudes: Activities and games based on awesome books for boys ages 6-12. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 7 p.m.

11 Thursday Dickens’ Christmas Festival: Explore old world London with shops, food, period costumes, and even orphans running the streets! South Towne Expo Center, 9575 S. State St., in Sandy. 10 a.m. Holiday Storytime: Holiday stories, songs, craft, and a special guest for preschool ages! Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. Toddler Storytime: Stories and songs for ages 18 months-3 years with a caregiver. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 10:15 a.m. Christmas Movin & Groovin with Miss Carolyn: Holiday themed music and movement class! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 10:30 a.m. Chickadee Society: Preschool nature themed storytime! Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m. Latin American Dance Spectacular: 15th annual Latin American Dance Spectacular! Costumes, authentic music, and native dancers create a spectacular event. Jeanne Wagner Theatre, 138 W Broadway in Salt Lake City. 7 p.m.

12 Friday Dickens’ Christmas Festival: Explore old world London with shops, food, period costumes, and even orphans running the

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No-Bored-Kids Calendar streets! South Towne Expo Center, 9575 S. State St., in Sandy. 10 a.m. Holiday Origami: Come on into the Riverton Library for some arts and crafts! We will be making Holiday Origami. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 4 p.m. Jam V: Bring the entire family to this all ages show featuring familiar tunes of the season performed by a collection of Utah’s finest musicians and vocalists. West Hills Middle School, 8270 S. Grizzly Way (approx. 5400 W.) in West Jordan. 7 p.m. OCTAPPELLA Christmas: A familyfriendly evening of Christmas harmony and hilarity. Rose Wagner Performing Arts , 138 W. Broadway in Salt Lake City. 7:30 p.m.

13 Saturday Music Together Class: Celebrate and learn about music together with your children! Imagination Place, 1155 E. 3300 South in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Dickens’ Christmas Festival: Explore old world London with shops, food, period costumes, and even orphans running the streets! South Towne Expo Center, 9575 S. State St., in Sandy. 10 a.m. Schoolage Sensory Fun: A free and unique activity group for school age children and teens with Autism or other special needs and adult. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Ring Around the Rose: Wiggle-friendly series of performances for children and families that explores the magical world of the arts, including dance, theatre, music and storytelling. The Leona Wagner Black Box Theater, 138 W. 300 South in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m. Here Comes Santa Claus: Featuring all your holiday favorites, this is great for music-lovers of all ages. Santa will be in the lobby! Abravanel Hall, 123 W. South Temple in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Reading Tails: Kids can read stories with a certified therapy dog that loves to be read to! Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 11 a.m. An American Heritage Christmas: Inspirational Christmas music by American Heritage Lyceum Philharmonic and Youth Chorus. American Heritage School, 736 N. 1100 East in American Fork. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Bug Brigade: Observe and handle live bugs to learn about anatomy, behavior and important ecological roles. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. High School Honor Band: High schools come together for the love of music this

one night to perform for an audience that is eager. Austad Auditorium, 3848 Harrison Blvd in Ogden. 4 p.m.

15 Monday 3rd Junior Luge World Cup: Youth athletes ages 15-20 compete in the luge! Utah Olympic Park, 3419 Olympic Parkway in Park City. 10 a.m. Gotta Move: Music, movement, and dance with a story break. All ages. No registration necessary. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 10:30 a.m. Toddler Tales: Stories, songs, and playtime fun for ages 0-2. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Youth Drawing and Painting Class: Free school tour and drawing class! Bring your supplies. Models and easels provided. RSVP required! Hein Academy of Art, 700 S. Main in Salt Lake City. 3:30 p.m. Kearns High Madrigal Choir Concert: Kearns High School Madrigal Choir performing a fabulous Holiday concert. For all ages. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 7 p.m. The Littlest Elf Puppet Show: Holiday themed puppet show with a great message. West Jordan Library, 8030 S. 1825 West in West Jordan. 7 p.m.

sweet cookie-themed stories and decorate a treat. Ingredients provided. Salt Lake City Public Library: Main Library, 210 E. 400 South in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Music and Movement: A lively and noisy hour aimed at toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers to explore music and dance. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., in Park City. 11 a.m. Game On!: Video games, card games, and board games. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 4 p.m. Teen Inklings: Middle and high schoolers, come share your novellas, short stories, and poems with other teens who love to write for fun. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4 P.M Library Game Night: Come play games at the library! All ages. No registration required. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 6 p.m. Noche / Bilingual Family Night: Cuentos, juegos, manualidades, y otras programas especiales para familias. Presentadas en Espa ol y en Ingl s. Stories, games, crafts, or other special family programs presented in Spanish and English. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 7 p.m.

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30th Annual Christmas Carole SingAlong: Admission is free, and doors open at 5:30! Fun for the entire family. Energy Solutions Arena, 301 W. South Temple in Salt Lake City. 7 p.m.

Gingerbread Jamboree: Read some sweet cookie-themed stories and decorate a treat. Ingredients provided. Salt Lake City Public Library: Main Library, 210 E. 400 South in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m.

16 Tuesday

Preschool Storytime: Read, sing, laugh, and play at this fun storytime! Preschoolers with adult. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m.

3rd Junior Luge World Cup: Youth athletes ages 15-20 compete in the luge! Utah Olympic Park, 3419 Olympic Parkway in Park City. 10 a.m. Cuentos y Nios: Disfrute de cuentos, m sica, y mucho m s en Espa ol! Diversi n para todos los ni os con un adulto participante. Storytime presented in Spanish. All are welcome! Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Christmas Storytime: Holiday fun and storytime! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 10:30 a.m. Family Matinee Movie: Come watch a family friendly movie! Free popcorn provided. Tooele Library, 128 W. Vine St., in Tooele. 4 p.m. Holly Jolly Christmas Music Festival: Viewmont Elementary School Choir present the sounds of the season! Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 6 p.m.

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Preschool Holiday Party: Enjoy a special Holiday storytime and holiday party for preschoolers and adult. Santa will visit! Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Mother/Daughter Quilt Night: Come enjoy some bonding time while doing something you love...Quilting! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 6:30 p.m. Gingerbread Fun!: Come learn how to make and decorate a Gingerbread House! Ages 8 and up. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 7 p.m.

19 Friday Gingerbread Jamboree: A cookie themed storytime with treats provided! Salt Lake Library: Anderson-Foothill Branch, 1135 S. 2100 East in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Scientist in the Spotlight: Meet a new Scientist every month, learn, and ask questions! Exploration of the Museum

encouraged. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. So You Think You Can Dance: Watch the dancers from this famous TV contest perform! Maverik Center, 3200 S. Decker Lake Dr., in West Valley City. 8 p.m.

20 Saturday Christmas Bird Count for Kids: Free for ages 8 and up. Discover amazing birds and participate in the Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count, a Christmas tradition for over 100 years. Tracy Aviary, 589 E. 1300 South in Salt Lake City. 9 a.m. Winter Solstice: Bring your kids to the Children’s Garden and create head wreaths, winter candles, and more. Sip hot chocolate and make a new-year wish! Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Winter Market: Winter farmer’s market. Fresh produce, eggs, meat, baked goods, packaged foods, and more. Rio Grande Depot, 300 S. 455 West in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Drawing Dinosaurs with Cartoonist Cal Grodahl: See and draw the Museum’s dinosaurs through the eyes and hands of famed dinosaur cartoonist! Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. Noon. Utah’s Animals: Get up close and personal with the local wild animals! Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. Dog Day Afternoons: Kids can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog! Salt Lake City Library: Chapman Branch, 577 S. 900 West in Salt Lake City. 3 p.m.

22 Monday A Visit with Mrs. Claus: Come visit with Mrs. Claus! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 11 a.m. Mont Magic’s Christmas Carols Conjuring Corner: Free music and magic show for the entire family. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 S. in West Jordan. 7 p.m. Family Yoga: A great chance for parents and kids (ages 3 and up) to move, stretch, and breathe together. Salt Lake City Library: Corinne and Jack Sweet Branch, 455 F St., in Salt Lake City. 7 p.m. A Frozen Magic Show: Fun and frost-filled magic show with wintery effects and snowy illusions. This comical magic show is geared for all ages. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 7 p.m. The Littlest Elf: Bring the kids for a family

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Weave together your own paper heart ornament, decorate a dala horse with festive painting and more! Take a hands-on look at another culture and add a new tradition to one of your family’s own.

Bring together new and old in a New Year’s artwork based on the work of Trent Call. Mix fast food wrappers and advertisements with old photographs and magazines to create your own Pop art collage.

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Explore UMOCA’s exhibitions through hands-on art making activities led by a trained educator. Projects are suitable for a wide variety of ages and abilities and supplies are provided. Also enjoy PBS kids programming in the auditorium all day. PART OF CREATIVE CRITTER DAY!

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Family Matinee Movie: Come watch a family friendly movie! Free popcorn provided. Tooele Library, 128 W. Vine St., in Tooele. 4 p.m.

Mickey’s Christmas Carol: Watch this classic Disney tale with your little one. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 1 p.m.

Holladay Holiday Film Fest: Back to back holiday movies all day for the entire family! Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 6 p.m.

Family Matinee Movie: Come watch a family friendly movie! Free popcorn provided. Tooele Library, 128 W. Vine St., in Tooele. 4 p.m.

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friendly puppet show. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South in West Valley. 7 p.m.

Cinema Tuesday: Come watch a family friendly movie for free at the library! Smith Library, 810 E. 3300 South in Salt Lake City. 7 p.m.

24 Wednesday Kids’ Fitness Class: Be ready to move and groove. Preschool ages with adult. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South in West Valley. 10:30 a.m.

27 Saturday Lego Fun at the Library: All ages can come use their imagination as they play with the Lego’s at the library. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South in West Valley. 10 a.m. Holladay Holiday Film Fest: Back to back holiday movies all day for the entire family! Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. Noon. Bug Brigade: Observe and handle live bugs to learn about anatomy, behavior and important ecological roles. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m.

29 Monday Playtime Fun!: Kids play with toys, games, coloring activity, and craft while you sit back and take it easy. Ages 0-6. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 a.m. Lego Party: Play with our Legos or bring your own to get your imagination going. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 1 p.m. The Polar Express Experience: The entire family will love experiencing this beloved holiday tale. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 2 p.m. Family Lego Night: The entire family can dig into the Lego’s to build whatever you can think of! Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 7 p.m.

30 Tuesday Bingo: Kids can come play this fun game. Adult participation required. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 11 a.m.

Noon Year’s Eve!: Countdown at Noon with Balloon Drop and Bubblewrap Stomp! Food and fun for the whole family. Boondocks Food & Fun, 75 East Southfork Drive in Draper. 10 a.m. Noon Years Eve Storytime: New Year’s stories, songs, fingerplays, science and art for ages 3-5 with adult. Calvin S. Smith Library, 810 E. 3300 South in Salt Lake City. 11:15 a.m. Ring in the New Year!: This family friendly New Year party will ring in at Noon instead of midnight! Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 11:30 a.m.

story! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Lego League: Ages 3-5 with adult can build a masterpiece with Lego’s provided! Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 4 p.m. Family Movie Night: Come enjoy this free movie night. Popcorn provided! Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 6:30 p.m.

6 Tuesday Curious George Day: This silly monkey and man in the yellow hat will party with us today! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 a.m. Terrific Tuesday Toddler Time: 18 months-3 years with adult are invited for a story, song, and playtime. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South in West Valley. 11 a.m. Library Explorers: Ages 5-7 create your own puppet! Supplies provided. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 4:15 p.m.

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Make a Snowflake: Elementary students learn how to make a snowflake craft. Prizes and supplies provided. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 10 a.m.

Cine Latino: Family movie in Spanish! Everyone welcome. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 6 p.m. Great Reads for Girls: Girls ages 8-12 and adult join together for great discussions and activities. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., in Herriman. 7 p.m.

9 Friday Dance Class: Preschool dance class at the library. Registration required. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 A.M and 1:30 p.m. Magic Tree House Book Club: Elementary book club based on this awesome series! Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West in Salt Lake City. 4 p.m. No Girls Allowed: Guys only book club for ages 8-12. Activities, adventure, and fun! Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 4 p.m.

10 Saturday Harry Potter Day: Grab your dress robes and your wand and celebrate one of the greatest series of all times! Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 10 a.m. A Frozen Magic Show: Magic show with Wintery effects and snowy illusions for all ages. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 11 a.m.

Scientist in the Spotlight: Meet a new Scientist every month, learn, and ask questions! Exploration of the Museum encouraged. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m.

Toddler Time: Ages 1-3 and adult join in for songs, rhymes, and stories! Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., in Herriman. 10:50 a.m.

Reading Tails: Kids can read stories with a certified therapy dog that loves to be read to! Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 11 a.m.

8 Thursday

Lego Club: Join Holladay’s newest club for ALL ages! Some Lego’s available but bring some from home if available. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 3 p.m.

Chickadee Society: Preschool nature themed storytime! Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m.

Ring Around the Rose: Wiggle-friendly series of performances for children and families that explores the magical world of the arts, including dance, theatre, music and storytelling. The Leona Wagner Black Box Theater, 138 W. 300 South in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m.

3 Saturday Winter Market: Winter farmer’s market. Fresh produce, eggs, meat, baked goods, packaged foods, and more. Rio Grande Depot, 300 S. 455 West in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Utah’s Animals: Get up close and personal with the local wild animals! Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m.

5 Monday Dance Class: Preschool dance class at the library. Registration required. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 A.M and 1:30 p.m. The True Story of Jack and the Beanstalk: Discover the story beyond the

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Toddler Story Time: Come to the library to help foster a love of reading in your little one! Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 11 a.m. No Girls Allowed: This guys only book club is perfect for ages 8-11. Stories, crafts, and activities. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South in West Valley. 4 p.m. Camp Read: Reading club geared towards elementary ages. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 4:15 p.m. Book Dudes: Adventure, activities, and action! Elementary ages guys only book club. ! Smith Library, 810 E. 3300 South in Salt Lake City. 4:30 p.m. Reading Adventures: Afterschool program for kids kindergarten-2nd grade. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4:30 p.m.

Bug Brigade: Observe and handle live bugs to learn about anatomy, behavior and important ecological roles. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. A Frozen Magic Show: Magic show with Wintery effects and snowy illusions for all ages. West Jordan Library, 8030 South 1825 West in West Jordan. 3 p.m.

12 Monday Playtime Fun!: Kids play with toys, games, coloring activity, and craft while you sit back and take it easy. Ages 0-6. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 a.m. Book Dudes Action: Activity, craft, and fun just for elementary age guys. Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East in Salt

Lake City. 3:30 p.m. Frozen Magic Show: This family friendly magic show will have you shivering in fun. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 7 p.m.

activities, crafts, and fun just for you! Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South in West Valley. 4 p.m.

13 Tuesday

Club Wednesday: After school program for ages 6-11. Popcorn games and fun! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 4:15 p.m.

Homeschool Club: Activities, games, and socialization for homeschool kids and their family. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 1 p.m.

Tween Time: Activities and games for tweens in 4th - 7th grades. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4:30 p.m.

Storytime Station: Preschool play time and stories! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.

15 Thursday

Book Dudes: Boys 7-11 talk about this month’s book and do activities. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 4:15 p.m. Discovery Hour: Books, crafts, games, and adventures for children 5-7 and adult. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., in Herriman. 4:30 p.m. Great Reads for Girls: Ages 7-12 with adult join in for discussions, activities, friendship, and fun! Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 7 p.m.

14 Wednesday Storytime Station: Preschool play time and stories! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.

The True Story of Jack and the Beanstalk: Discover the story beyond the story! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Camp Read: Reading club geared towards elementary ages. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 4:15 p.m. Evening Movie: Family movie for free at the library. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 6:45 p.m. Great Reads for Girls: Ages 8-11 with adult get together for books, crafts, and fun. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South in West Valley. 7 p.m.

Great Reads for Girls-Wonder: Ages 8-11 with adult get together for books, crafts, and fun. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 7 p.m.

16 Friday Kipper Brothers’ Puppetworks: Puppet show for the whole family! No registration required. Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m. Scientist in the Spotlight: Meet a new Scientist every month, learn, and ask questions! Exploration of the Museum encouraged. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. Book Dudes: This guys only book club is perfect for ages 7-11. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 4 p.m.

17 Saturday Winter Market: Winter farmer’s market. Fresh produce, eggs, meat, baked goods, packaged foods, and more. Rio Grande Depot, 300 S. 455 West in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Utah’s Animals: Get up close and personal with the local wild animals!

Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. Dog Day Afternoons: Kids can practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog! Salt Lake City Library: Chapman Branch, 577 S. 900 West in Salt Lake City. 3 p.m. Book Dudes: Activities and games based on awesome books for boys ages 6-12. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 7 p.m.

19 Monday Make a Snowflake: Elementary students learn how to make a snowflake craft. Prizes and supplies provided. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 10 a.m.

20 Tuesday Storytime Station: Preschool play time and stories! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Cuentos y Nios: Disfrute de cuentos, m sica, y mucho m s en Espa ol! Diversi n para todos los ni os con un adulto participante. Storytime presented in Spanish. All are welcome! Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Kids in Space: Elementary afterschool program. Discover space without the space suit! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 4 p.m.

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Toddler Story Time: Come to the library to help foster a love of reading in your little one! Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 11 a.m.

Great Reads for Girls- One Dead Spy: Ages 8-11 with adult get together for books, crafts, and fun. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 7 p.m.

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No-Bored-Kids Calendar Book Dudes: Ages 7-11 come have fun with the guys! West Jordan Library, 8030 S. 1825 West in West Jordan. 7 p.m. Great Reads for Girls: Ages 8-12 and adult get together for friendship, books, and crafts. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 7 p.m.

21 Wednesday Storytime Station: Preschool play time and stories! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Game On!: Video games, card games, and board games. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 4 p.m. Teen Inklings: Middle and high schoolers, come share your novellas, short stories, and poems with other teens who love to write for fun. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4 p.m. Noche / Bilingual Family Night: Cuentos, juegos, manualidades, y otras programas especiales para familias. Presentadas en Espa ol y en Ingl s. Stories, games, crafts, or other special family programs presented in Spanish and English. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 7 p.m.

22 Thursday Preschool Storytime: Read, sing, laugh, and play at this fun storytime! Preschoolers with adult. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Toddler Story Time: Come to the library to help foster a love of reading in your little one! Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 11 a.m. Chickadee Society: Preschool nature themed storytime! Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 1 1 a.m. Sundance Film Festival: World famous annual independent film festival! Downtown Park City, 328 Main St in Park City. All Day.

23 Friday Frozen Sing Along: Sing along to the popular songs that you’ve been hearing for the past year. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Book Dudes: Ages 7-11 boys get together for fun, activities, and reading. Millcreek Library 2266 E. Evergreen Ave., in Milcreek. 4 p.m. Winnie the Pooh Day: Celebrate your favorite bear with your little honey pots! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 4 p.m.

24 Saturday Schoolage Sensory Fun: A free and unique activity group for school age children and teens with Autism or other special needs and adult. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Bug Brigade: Observe and handle live bugs to learn about anatomy, behavior and important ecological roles. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. Dazzle Dogzz: Dancing troop of highly trained doggies to entertain the entire family. West Jordan Library, 8030 S. 1825 West in West Jordan. 3 p.m. A Frozen Magic Show: Magic show with Wintery effects and snowy illusions for all ages. Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East in Salt Lake City. 7 p.m.

26 Monday Jack and the Beanstalk Puppet Show: Discover the story beyond the story! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. A Frozen Magic Show: Magic show with Wintery effects and snowy illusions for all ages. Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East in Salt Lake City. 7 p.m. Fun Flicks: Family friendly movie for free at the library! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 7 p.m. The Magic of Craig Campbell: Your entire family will love this fun, entertaining, and educational magic show. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 7 p.m.

27 Tuesday Storytime Station: Preschool play time and stories! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Cuentos y Nios: Disfrute de cuentos, m sica, y mucho m s en Espa ol! Diversi n para todos los ni os con un adulto participante. Storytime presented in Spanish. All are welcome! Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Book Dudes: Boys 7-11 will love this guys only book club full of activities! Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., in Herriman. 4:30 p.m. Great Reads for Girls: Ages 8-12 and adult get together for friendship, books, and crafts. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 7 p.m.

28 Wednesday Storytime Station: Preschool play time and stories! Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.

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Kids Create: Crafts just for kids! Supplies provided. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 4 p.m. Great Reads for Girls: Discussions, activities, friendship, and fun for girl ages 7-12 and adult. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 7 p.m. Great Reads for Girls Book Club: Activities, books, and fun for girls ages 8-12 and adult. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 7 p.m.

29 Thursday Preschool Storytime: Read, sing, laugh, and play at this fun storytime! Preschoolers with adult. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Toddler Tales: Stories, songs, and playtime fun for ages 0-2. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Playtime Fun!: Kids play with toys, games, coloring activity, and craft while you sit back and take it easy. Ages 0-6. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 a.m. Jack & the Beanstalk: What’s worth more: beans, or a cow? Come find the answer with this family puppet show! Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 11 a.m. Beauty and the Beast: classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes. Kingsbury Hall, 1395 E. Presidents Circle in Salt Lake City. 7:30 p.m.

31 Saturday Kahtoola Bigfoot Snowshoe Festival: Snowshoe distance for the entire family. Wasatch Mountain State Park, 1281 Warm Springs Rd., in Midway. 8 a.m. Winter Market: Winter farmer’s market. Fresh produce, eggs, meat, baked goods, packaged foods, and more. Rio Grande Depot, 300 S. 455 West in Salt Lake City. 10 a.m. Beauty and the Beast: classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes. Kingsbury Hall, 1395 E. Presidents Circle in Salt Lake City. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Utah’s Animals: Get up close and personal with the local wild animals! Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m.

Mondays Hop ‘N’ Harmonies: Movement and music, with a short story break in the middle. All ages with no registration required. Comfy clothes encouraged! Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. No class January 29.

10:15 a.m. Ready, Set, Move!: Music and movement for ages 3 5 with a parent or caregiver. Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. No class December 29. 10:30 a.m. Gotta Move: An active program of music, movement and dance with a story break at the end. All ages. No registration required. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 10:30 a.m. Discovery Time: Stories, music, and learning activities designed to develop pre-reading skills at home. Infant-5. Weber County Library: Ogden Valley Branch, 131 S. 7400 East in Huntsville. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Wiggle Worms: Stories, songs, shakers, and parachutes for kids up to 2.5 years of age and their families. Free. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 11:15 a.m. Baby & Me: Short books, music, and more for baby’s birth to 18 months. Older siblings are welcome. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., in Park City. 10 3:30 p.m.

Tuesdays Toddlertime: Stories, songs, and fingerplays for ages 6 months-2 years with adult. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. Every Tuesday in January. 10:15 a.m. Discovery Time: Stories, music, and learning activities designed to develop pre-reading skills at home. Infant-5. Weber County Library: Main Library, 2464 Jefferson Ave in Ogden. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Drop-In Story time: Geared for preschoolers but all ages welcome. Stories, songs, and fun. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30, 11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m. Break December 23-January 27. Storytime: Join us for stories, songs and activities. Ages 2-6 with adult. No Registration. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. Every Tuesday in January. 11 a.m. Tales for Tots: Join us for our handson storytelling adventures and a craft! Thanksgiving Point, Farm Country, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way in Lehi. 11 a.m. Wiggle Worms: Ages 1-2 can talk, read, write, and play. Tooele City Library, 128 W. Vine St., in Tooele. 11 and 11:30 a.m. Wiggle Worms: Stories, songs, shakers, and parachutes for kids up to 2.5 years of age and their families. Free. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 11:15 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Bring your little

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No-Bored-Kids Calendar ones and we will entertain them with the sea of books. Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West in Salt Lake City. Every Tuesday in January. 1:30 p.m. Dungeons & Dragons Role Playing Game for Beginners: Break out your twenty-sided die, Dungeon Master, and start an adventure with new friends! Salt Lake City Library: Chapman Branch, 577 S. 900 West in Salt Lake City. 6 p.m.

Wednesdays Baby & Me: Short books, music, and more for babies birth to 18 months. Older siblings are welcome. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., in Park City. 10 a.m. Toddlertime: Stories, songs, and fingerplays for ages 6 months-2 years with adult. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. Every Wednesday in January. 10:15 a.m. Cuddle Time: Songs, nursery rhymes and fun times for babies up to 2 years with adult. Draper Library, 1136 Pioneer Rd., in Draper. 10:15 a.m. Discovery Time: Stories, music, and learning activities designed for infant-5 years. Weber County Library: Southwest Branch, 1950 W. 4800 South in Roy. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Ste(a)m Storytime: Stories, songs, fingerplays, science and art. Ages 3-5 with adult. Calvin S. Smith Library, 810 E. 3300 South in Salt Lake City. No storytime December 31. 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Drop-In Story time: Geared for preschoolers but all ages welcome. Stories, songs, and fun. Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Break December 23-January 27. Wonderful Wednesday Storytime: Join us for some great stories! Barnes & Noble (South Towne), 10180 S. State St., in Sandy. 11 a.m. Storytime: Join us for stories, songs and activities. Ages 2-6 with adult. No Registration. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. Every Wednesday in January. 11 a.m. Tales for Tots: Join us for our handson storytelling adventures and a craft! Thanksgiving Point, Farm Country, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way in Lehi. 11 a.m. Wonderful Wednesday Storytime: Join us for some great stories! Barnes & Noble (South Towne), 10180 S. State St., in Sandy. Every Wednesday in January. 11 a.m. Story Time: Program focused on learning to sing, read, write, and play. Ages 3-5. Tooele City Library, 128 W. Vine St., in Tooele. 11 and 11:30 a.m.

Wiggle Worms: Stories, songs, shakers, and parachutes for kids up to 2.5 years of age and their families. Free. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 11:15 a.m.

fun activities for children age 2-5 years old and adult. No registration required. Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East in Salt Lake City. Every Friday in January. 10:30 a.m.

Wild Wednesdays: Discover different animal factoids every week. Don’t forget your hats, gloves, and snow boots! Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., in Ogden. 3:45 p.m.

Storytime: A story and craft for ages 3-7. Barnes & Noble (Murray), 5249 S. State St., in Murray. No storytime December 26. 1 p.m.

Magna Chess Club: Hone your skills, or just play with your friends. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 4 p.m.

Thursdays Preschool Storytime: Early literacy program designed for ages 3-6. Stories, songs, crafts, and more. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., in Park City. 10 a.m. No storytime Christmas or New Years. Thrilling Thursday Drop-In Storytime: Ages 3-5 with adult. Siblings always invited. Craft follows storytime! Salt Lake County Library Hunter Branch, 4740 W. 4100 South in West Valley City. 10:15 a.m. No storytime Christmas or New Years. Drop-In Story time: Geared for preschoolers but all ages welcome! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. No storytime Christmas or New Years. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Discovery Time: Stories, music, and learning activities designed to teach the five best ways to help your child get ready to read. Infant-5 years. Weber County Library: North Branch, 475 E. 2600 North in Ogden. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Tales for Tots: Join us for our handson storytelling adventures and a craft! Thanksgiving Point, Farm Country, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way in Lehi. 11 a.m. Storytime: Join us for stories, songs and activities. Ages 2-6 with adult. No Registration. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. Every Thursday in January. 11 a.m. Story Time: Program focused on learning to sing, read, write, and play. Ages 3-5. Tooele City Library, 128 W. Vine St., in Tooele. 11 and 11:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Bring your little ones and we will entertain them with the sea of books. Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West in Salt Lake City. Every Tuesday in January. 1:30 p.m.

Saturdays Saturday Nature Walk: Join us on your Saturday morning for a nature walk and tour on the Preserve! Swaner Preserve and Ecocenter, 1258 Center Dr., in Park City. 10 a.m. Dancing With Angels: A unique dance experience for children and adults with disabilities. For all dancers ages 8 and up! Artistic Dance, 556 E. 12300 South in Draper. Every Saturday in December. 11 a.m. Pokemon Club: All ages! Bring Pokemon cards, or 3DS/DS Pokemon games, and hang out with other fans! Free prizes for all! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 1 p.m.

Other Ongoing Stop in for Stories: Books, songs, action rhymes and crafts for ages 2-7 and their families. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 10:30 a.m. MondayFriday. No storytime December 22-January 6. The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe: This iconic story that has captured your family’s heart and is now available to see on stage! The Utah Children’s Theatre, 3605 S. State St., in South Salt Lake. December 3, 10, 13, 17, 20, 27 and January 3, 10, 17. 1 p.m. with additional Saturday showing at 4:30 p.m. Elf Scavenger Hunt: Enjoy displays and participate in Elf Scavenger Hunt. Gardner Village, 1100 W. 7800 South in West Jordan. November 21-December 24. All Day. Festival of Trees: Breathtaking displays of Christmas Trees, wreaths, gingerbread houses, and more auctioned off to benefit Primary Children’s. Live entertainment and treats for entire family. South Towne Expo Center, 9575 S. State St., in Sandy. December 3-6. All Day.

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Christmas returns for a third season! This family friendly stage performance of a Christian’s First Christmas view. SCERA Center for the Arts, 745 S. State St., in Orem. 7:30 p.m. December 4-13. No showing Sunday. ReduxNUT-Cracker: Odyssey Dance Theatre does it again and will present its own version of the Holiday Dance Classic The Nutcracker! Kingsbury Hall, 1395 E. Presidents Circle in Salt Lake City. December 17-23 except Sunday. 7:30 p.m. Glass Art Show: Stunning show of kiln work and blown glass. Large and small pieces including garden art, decorative boxes, sculptural works, and jewelry pieces will display the brilliant colors. Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way in Salt Lake City. Through December 19. All Day. The Nutcracker: This beautiful family favorite live on stage! Egyptian Theater, 2415 Washington Blvd., in Ogden. FridayMonday through December 20. 7 p.m. A Charlie Brown Christmas: The classic animated television special comes to life on stage! The Empress Theatre, 9104 W. 2700 South in Magna. Monday, Friday, Saturday through December 20. 7:30 P.M with additional 2 p.m. showing on Saturday. Peter and the Starcatcher: Ever wonder how Peter Pan ended up in Neverland? How Captain Hook became Peter’s arch enemy? Pioneer Theatre Company, 300 S. 1400 East in Salt Lake City. MondaySaturday through December 20. 8 p.m. with additional Saturday showing at 2 p.m. Christmas Cruise on the Provo River: Enjoy a lighted riverboat ride along the lower Provo River with thousands of lights and Christmas music! Santa even makes an appearance. CLAS Ropes Course, 3606 W. Center St., in Provo. MondaySaturday through December 23. 6:30 p.m. Scrooge: This Perennial favorite brings the holiday spirit to every audience! CenterPoint Legacy Theatre, 525 N. 400 West in Centerville. 7:30 p.m. MondaySaturday. December 3-23. A Christmas Carol: Ring in the season with the telling of Charles Dickens’ classic. Hale Center Theater Orem, 225 W. 400 North in Orem. 8 p.m. Monday-Saturday through December 23 with additional showings on Saturday. Sleigh Rides to Santa: Horse drawn sleigh ride at the Homestead Resort then visit with Santa to take your own family photos. Homestead Resort , 700 N. Homestead Dr., in Midway. MondaySaturday. Through December 23. All Day. The North Pole Express: Hot chocolate, cookies, carols, and Santa! Heber Valley Railroad, 450 S. 600 West in Heber City.

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Whether it’s a beloved princess, story book character, super hero, or villain, every child will quickly tell you his or her favorite character. These characters find a special place in our hearts and often never leave, even as you grow up. Seeing your child’s face when his or her favorite character walks into the room, as real as in their dreams, will be a moment you will never forget. Brittany Weidauer has always had a passion for music, acting, and children. In 2012 she decided to pursue her dream and opened a unique business that has become one of the most amazing party character companies in Utah. Part of Your World started as a one woman show with five characters to choose from. Now, there are seven actors/actresses and over thirty characters for girls and boys of every age. “I’m proud that my small company has touched so many lives. We have done 500 parties in less than 2 years.” states Part of Your World owner, Brittany Weidauer. “I have a son who is on the Autism Spectrum. He acts differently from other children and often gets made fun of for being “weird”. I just thought, ‘What if his favorite character came to his birthday party and made him feel smart, brave, and loved? What a difference would that make for him the next time he walks into his classroom.’” 58 UTAHFAMILY.COM DECEMBER 2014 / JANUARY 2015

says Weidauer. Part of Your World Princess Parties will make your child’s next party shine. Every party includes an interactive story time. All stories are original works of Part of Your World and will have your kids playing, singing, and dancing along with the character. A special gift for the child of honor and opportunities for lots of pictures are also included in every party. Longer parties include an activity such as face painting, jewelry-making, crafts, a tea party, make-up application, manicures or many other options to choose from. Each party is customizable to make sure your party is perfect. After the party is over, Part of Your World will mail a handwritten card with stickers to the child of honor. The average age range for a character party is 2-10 years of age. Have a teen or a tween? There are many unique activities and characters that Part of Your World can bring to life for your older children. Fashion Dolls, High School Monster Dolls and Villains are popular. Singing telegrams for Dad, Mom, The Boss, and other adults are available. Part of Your World’s flexibility makes planning a character party easy. They are available 7 days a week for any event at any time. Space is rarely an issue. “We have done huge parties in small apartments and small parties in big open parks.”, says Weidauer. Recreation centers, hotel conference rooms, children’s play lands, parks, or your living room are great locations. They pride themselves in having an affordable package for any budget. Prices start at $55.00. “It’s really important that people know that we do not just ‘dress up’. It is so much more than that! We believe that we are the real thing and so will our little clients,” says Weidauer. For more information on characters, packages, parent reviews, or to book a party, please visit partofyourworldprincessparties.com or call Brittany at 801.996.8337. Party Of Your World Princess Parties yourprincessparty.com 801.996.8337

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Teen Scene By Heidi Smith Luedtke, PhD

How to Help Teens Tackle New Year’s Resolutions The opportunity to reinvent yourself in the New Year isn’t lost on tweens and teens; many young people seek selfimprovement this time of year. Consistent with their sky’sthe-limit approach to life, teens’ goals may be expressed in grandiose terms. Don’t try to talk your teen down. Audacious ambitions – like getting straight A’s or saving enough for a car – are achievable little-by-little. “The biggest challenge to behavior change is the teen’s own internal ambivalence,” says Beverly Hills, Calif., psychotherapist Fran Walfish, Psy.D. Kids need to know parents believe in them, especially when they’re not feeling self-confident. Tweens and teens won’t change unless they are personally motivated, says Walfish. So, consider yourself a consultant. Read on to learn how to help your teen tackle four common self-improvement goals. With this consulting-skills tune

up, you’ll rock the role.

Losing Weight Television reality shows highlight fast and furious weight loss. “Teens should aim for a gradual 10 percent loss of bodyweight,” says Keith Ayoob, Ed.D., RD, Director of the Nutrition Clinic at the Children’s Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center of Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY. That amount lowers the health risks of obesity. If your teen wants to lose 25 pounds or more, encourage him to take the long view. One pound per week adds up to more than 50 pounds in a year. Support your teen by ensuring everyone is on board. If siblings or grandparents sabotage teens’ efforts to change, intentionally or unintentionally, you should intervene. “Teens who need to be comforted may swallow their feelings, both literally and metaphorically,” says Ayoob. Parents should examine their

Consultant’s Cheat Sheet 1. Ask, don’t tell. 2. Use positive language. 3. Suggest substitutes. 4. Remove barriers.

advice. 7. Encourage your kid to team up. 8. Acknowledge progress.

5. Engineer the environment.

9. Be available.

6. Offer resources, not

10. Step in if invited.

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own attitudes, too. “It is hard for kids to understand that weight loss isn’t a cosmetic issue, it’s a health issue,” says Ayoob. “Teens are loaded with insecurity under the best of circumstances. Highlighting cosmetic benefits of weight loss – or saying ‘You’ll be so pretty when you’re thin’ – only triggers low self-esteem and selfdoubt.” Stock up on healthy breakfast foods, like whole grain cereal, fruit, skim milk, and proteinpacked Greek yogurt. Support whatever kinds of physical activity appeal to your teen; team sports

and high-impact exercise aren’t necessary. Ultimately, “kids are in control of their own bodies,” says Walfish. Be careful not to claim control.

Saving Money Teens who want to save money should start with the end in mind, then plan backwards, says Mandy Williams (a.k.a. “Black”), money skills educator

and co-author of What I Learned about Life When My Husband Got Fired. Once your teen chooses a big, round figure, help her break it down into weekly savings goals. Saving $20 per week from her allowance and $40 per week from babysitting, adds up to $260 per month. “Having realistic interim goals sets teens up for success rather than failure,” says Williams. Coffee at Starbucks and a couple of new apps for her iPhone can easily bust

on a project because they can’t remember the steps: collect information, organize an outline, write a draft. “Scaffolding that teachers provide for elementary school students disappears in high school and teens have to remember these steps on their own or else flounder,” says Little. Help your teen to break assignments into steps and create a work schedule. This will reveal obstacles and needed resources.

your teen’s budget. Record keeping makes teens aware of mindless purchases and reveals opportunities for improvement. Williams created “Green Sheets” (available online at www. redandblackbooks.com) to help high school students in the Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) track spending. “Students were surprised by what they learned about themselves,” says Williams, “and many continued to track expenditures after the class ended.” Similar strategies work to curb snacking, wasted time, and other thoughtless behavior.

Making Friends

Earning Good Grades If your teen expresses a commitment to “getting better grades,” ask “What does ‘getting better grades’ mean to you?” says Jennifer Little, Ph.D., an educational psychologist in North Bend, Ore. Kids often lack the ability to identify areas for improvement, Little says, so parents can help by facilitating the problem-solving process. That means asking lots of questions, like “Do you understand the lectures in class?” “Are you caught up on all your assignments?” and “What resources do you need to get organized?” Kids who struggle with math may not realize that their problems are due to poor language comprehension, says Little. Students may procrastinate

“If both you and your teen have a shy temperament, you’ll understand your child’s challenges,” says Walfish. If you’re an extrovert, it may be harder to empathize. Overcoming social anxiety is excruciating for shy kids, Walfish says, so parents need to be patient and compassionate. Offer to practice role-playing anxiety-provoking situations with your teen, like asking someone out on a date or speaking in front of the class. Be a loving, non-judgmental audience. Joining or creating social groups that focus on shared interests is a good way to expand one’s social circle, says Walfish. Allow your teen to host a small group outing or gettogether. Home turf can increase kids’ confidence. Volunteer opportunities are also excellent social-skills builders. These behavior changes aren’t easy, and teens should make plans for getting back on track after upsets. When you talk about struggles, match your teen’s tone of voice and mood. Mirroring kids’ feelings shows understanding and compassion. “Help your child see that setbacks, letdowns, and disappointments are only temporary,” says Walfish. “That is one of life’s golden lessons.”

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Teen Scene Calendar

December

Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 3:30 p.m.

3 Wednesday

Duct-Tape Holiday Gifts: Make duct tape crafts for gifts or yourself. Supplies provided. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 4 p.m.

Make Your Own Snowglobe: Make your own snowglobe for a holiday present, or just for yourself! All supplies included. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 3 p.m. Teen Unbook Club: Read what you want, talk about what you read, and hang out with people who love reading!. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4 p.m.

4 Thursday Teen Advisory Board: Assist with planning teen library events, make new friends, and earn volunteer hours. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 6 p.m. The Hobbit: Watch the movie, play games, and have snacks! Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., in Herriman 7 p.m.

5 Friday Lego Club: Join Holladay’s newest club for ALL ages! Some Lego’s available but bring some from home if available. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 3 p.m.

6 Saturday Teen Advisory Board: Ages 12-19 are invited to gain work and volunteer experience helping plan library activities. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 2 p.m. Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament: Hang out and play YuGi-Oh! Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 2:30 p.m.

8 Monday 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar: Make your calendar to count down the 12 days of Christmas! Supplies provided. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., in Herriman 3:30 p.m. Holiday Crafts: Make a spa gift set for yourself or as a gift! Supplies provided. Ages 8-19. Magna

10 Wednesday

Tween Time: Activities and games for tweens in 4th - 7th grades. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4:30 p.m.

11 Thursday Polar Express Teen Movie Night: Free movie! Bring a blanket or curl up on a beanbag to watch this holiday movie! Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 6 p.m.

12 Friday Ugly Sweater Holiday Party: Wear your ugliest holiday sweater (or borrow one of ours) to take fun photo’s, have treats, and play games. Millcreek Library, 2266 E. Evergreen Ave., in Salt Lake City. 3 p.m. Teen Anime Viewing Club: We will be watching Sword Art Online! Bring friends. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 4 p.m. Teen Friday: Talk with friends, do homework, play games, play video games, and hang out! Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Ft. Union Blvd., in Salt Lake City. 4 p.m.

13 Saturday Schoolage Sensory Fun: A free and unique activity group for school age children and teens with Autism or other special needs and adult. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m. Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament: Come play cards and hang out with friends. Hunter Library 4740 W. 4100 South in West Valley. 2 p.m.

15 Monday Anime Club: Learn about, watch, discuss and enjoy anime and manga. Teens. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 3 p.m. Holiday Crafts: Make a 30 minute scarf! Supplies provided. Ages 8-19. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 3:30 p.m. Youth Drawing and Painting Class: Free school tour and drawing class! Bring your supplies. Models and easels provided. RSVP required! Hein Academy of Art, 700 S. Main in Salt Lake City. 3:30 p.m.

17 Wednesday Teen Inklings: Middle and high schoolers, come share your novellas, short stories, and poems with other teens who love to write for fun. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4 p.m.

18 Thursday Teen Around the World Holiday Party: Learn around how different cultures celebrate the holidays around the world. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 6 p.m. Mother/Daughter Quilt Night: Come enjoy some bonding time while doing something you love...Quilting! Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West in Riverton. 6:30 p.m. Gingerbread Fun!: Come learn how to make and decorate a Gingerbread House! Ages 8 and up. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 7 p.m.

19 Friday Teens After Hours Party: Minecraft party for teens and tween ages 11-18. Registration required! Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 6:15 p.m. So You Think You Can Dance: Watch the dancers from this famous TV contest perform! Maverik Center, 3200 S Decker Lake Dr., in West Valley City. 8 p.m.

20 Saturday Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Make new friends, plan events, and get volunteer hours! South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 2 p.m. Gamer’s Club: Come play whatever game you want! Board games, video games, Pokemon, or card games. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 3 p.m.

22 Monday Holiday Crafts: DIY wrapping paper craft! Ages 8-19. Supplies provided. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 3:30 p.m.

31 Wednesday Teen Movie Matinee: Come watch a movie with friends for New Year’s Eve! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 2 p.m.

16 Tuesday 3rd Junior Luge World Cup: Youth athletes ages 15-20 compete in the luge! Utah Olympic Park, 3419 Olympic Parkway in Park City. 10 a.m. Become Someone Else: Dress up as a favorite book character, then design and share your own! Ages 12-18. Weber County Library: Main Branch, 2464 Jefferson Ave. in Ogden. 4 p.m. Teen Gaming Night: Play Wii and board games

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at the library! Ages 11-18. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 6 p.m.

January 2 Friday Lego Club: Join Holladay’s newest club for ALL ages! Some Lego’s available but bring some from home if available. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray

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Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 3 p.m.

3 Saturday Minecraft Lock-In Event: Come play Minecraft at this lock-in party after the library closes. Registration required! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 6:30 p.m.

5 Monday Teen Movie Matinee: Come watch an afternoon movie at the library just for teens! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 3:30 p.m.

7 Wednesday Duct Tape Craft for Teens: Come make crafts out of duct tape! Supplies provided. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 3 p.m. Teens Unbooked: Join this unconventional teen only book club! South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4 p.m.

8 Thursday Teen Movie Night: Come join us for free movie night! Bring a blanket or curl up on a bean bag. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 6 p.m.

9 Friday Millcreek Teen Advisory Board: Join the teen advisory board to plan library events and gain volunteer experience. Millcreek Library, 2266 E. Evergreen Ave., in Salt Lake City. 3 p.m.

10 Saturday Saturday Movie Matinee: Free movie for Teens and their families. Some seating available but bring pillows and blankets! Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West in Salt Lake City. 11 a.m.

12 Monday Anime Club: Learn about, watch, discuss and enjoy anime and manga. Teens. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 3 p.m.

13 Tuesday Teen Craft Night: Join your peers for some crafts, friendship, and fun! Supplies provided. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 6 p.m.

14 Wednesday Tween Time: Activities and games for tweens in 4th - 7th grades. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4:30 p.m.

15 Thursday Teen Program: Activities especially for teens! Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 6 p.m.

16 Friday Harry Potter Yule Ball for Teens: Dance the night away in the holiday decorated Great Hall!

Harry Potter themed teen only party! Viridian Center 8030 S. 1824 West in West Jordan. 7 p.m.

17 Saturday Teen Unbook Club: Read what you want, talk about what you read, and hang out with people who love reading!. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4 p.m.

20 Tuesday Teen Gaming Night: Play Wii and board games at the library! Ages 11-18. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 6 p.m.

21 Wednesday Teen Inklings: Middle and high schoolers, come share your novellas, short stories, and poems with other teens who love to write for fun. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4 p.m.

after school. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., in South Jordan. 4 p.m.

29 Thursday Teen Program: Activities especially for teens! Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 6 p.m.

Ongoing Tuesdays

22 Thursday Teen Program: Activities especially for teens! Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South in West Jordan. 6 p.m.

24 Saturday

Dungeons & Dragons Role Playing Game for Beginners: Break out your twenty-sided die, Dungeon Master, and start an adventure with new friends! Salt Lake City Library: Chapman Branch, 577 S. 900 West in Salt Lake City. 6 p.m.

Schoolage Sensory Fun: A free and unique activity group for school age children and teens with Autism or other special needs and adult. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays

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Saturdays

Anime Club: Learn about, watch, discuss and enjoy anime and manga. Teens. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 3 p.m. Afterschool Program: Come hang out after school with friends. Play games or do homework! Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 3:30 p.m. Teen Service Club: Give back to your community and have fun at the same time! Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West in Kearns. 3:30 p.m.

28 Wednesday Teen Program: Come have fun with other teens

Magna Chess Club: Hone your skills, or just play with your friends. Magna Library, 8339 W. 3500 South in Magna. 4 p.m.

Pokemon Club: All ages! Bring Pokemon cards, or 3DS/DS Pokemon games, and hang out with other fans! Free prizes for all! Sandy Library, 10100 S. Petunia Way in Sandy. 1 p.m.

Other Ongoing Teen Hour: Talk with friends, do homework, play games, play Wii, or participate in activities. Every Monday-Thursday on school days. Ages 12-19. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., in Holladay. 3 p.m. Teen Hour: Play video games, do crafts, and more with your friends every day after school. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South in Murray. 3 p.m.

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