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27 Tumble Into Birthday Fun

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14 The Family Pet

6 In the Trenches

18 Learning Curve

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27 Places To Party

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In the Trenches By Misse Betts, Lead Blogger

Growing Socks Part of being a parent is about teaching little people how to become big people. I’m afraid there are days when I fail at some of the basics. Take underwear for instance. It’s not a difficult concept: two leg holes and a waistband. It would be easier for me to solve a linear algebraic equation than to get my three year-old to wear underwear. (And just so we’re clear, I don’t even know what a linear algebraic equation is, let alone know how to solve it.) Nothing says “failure of motherhood” more than taking your tot to the library only to discover her lack of undergarments because she felt like doing a somersault during storytime. Did I mention that this child only wears dresses? It was one of those, “OH MY HEAVENS IT’S TIME TO GO” moments. In all honesty, I probably wasn’t thinking “oh my heavens,” but let’s not dwell on that. We left story-time faster than you could say “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom.” I’ve tried to convince her that underwear is important; that it’s fun; that she can’t have ice cream if I catch her tush al fresco AGAIN. She’ll go along with my demands long enough to get ice cream, and then it’s nakienoodle all over again. Mom-fail. Underwear isn’t the only source of angst in my life: socks. Socks go on your feet, inside shoes. All three of my children have missed this basic principle. They will take off their shoes and run outside without taking their socks off. Even to run through sprinklers. Socks are not designed to withstand pavement, rocks or the neighbor’s sand box. My kids don’t get it. The socks usually don’t make it back home but if they do, the poor socks are ruined with gigantic holes in them. I don’t darn socks. I am forced to put them down. Sock euthanasia, if you will. I knew the sock problem had reached an epic point when I was planting flowers and, in the process of digging a hole, dug up a sock. It belonged to my middle child. I can’t explain why a sock was buried in the flowerbed. Was she trying to grow more socks? (If only that could work!) To this day, the sock garden is a

mystery. Two months ago my oldest moved away to college. It took me a month to actually clean his now “empty” bedroom and what should I find under his bed? 5,298,395 socks. Not a single one matching. (Okay, so the number may have been closer to 17, I’m no math genius.) I’ve sent an adult off into the world that can’t keep track of socks. Mom-fail. If I can’t even teach these kids about underwear and socks, what chance do they have? These are simple principles right? Well aren’t they? Of course, when I worry so much about underwear and socks I tend to forget things like the time my oldest sock-killing son helped re-shingle a needy family’s roof while fighting a nagging cough, a cough that ended up being pneumonia. (Okay, another momfail about the pneumonia, let’s not talk about it.) He might not remember where his socks are, but his compassion and work ethic are impressive. Or what about the time my daughter created a summer day camp for little girls in the neighborhood? She has more creativity and enthusiasm in her pinky toe than I have in my entire body. And then there’s Nakie-Noodle. The same day she gave everyone a peep show at the library, she made friends with an elderly couple at the Costco food court. He was in a wheelchair and his wife was helping him with lunch. My daughter chatted away, looked at the woman and asked, “Are you in love?” She may only be three, but she can recognize what loving something means. I suppose that in the grand scheme these things might be a wee bit more important than underwear and socks. But I’m still going to try with the underwear!

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Family Meals: Monkey See, Monkey Do

In a perfect world, everything would slow down from 4-7 o’clock each evening. Traffic would vanish from the roads, ball games and dance classes would pause, work responsibilities would fade away and there would be plenty of time for parents to whip up healthy meals and share them around the table with their children. But it’s not a perfect world, and the Journal of American Medicine reports that only 43 percent of us are sitting down and eating together as a family. That means more than half of us are missing out on what can be a critical time to listen, chat and just be together as families. When it comes to health and fitness, family meal-time is extra important. It’s our chance to model healthy eating to our kids. Doctors have found that kids who eat dinner with their family have lower obesity rates than those who don’t. You’ve heard the saying “monkey see, monkey do?” Well it’s the same with eating habits. Researchers from UCLA found that adolescents are more likely to eat the recommended portions of fruits and veggies if their parents do. That same article, “Teen Dietary Habits Related to Those of Parents,” shows that our kids will also adopt our bad habits too. So, if we’re eating foods that are too high in fat, high in calories, or if our portion sizes are too big to be healthy, our kids will likely do the same. 10 UTAHFAMILY.COM NOVEMBER 2012

What’s the solution? Expose your entire family to healthier foods, adequate portion sizes and help the next generation create a healthy relationship with food that will last the rest of their lives. Does your family need help reshaping your relationship with food? On Saturday, November 3, TV’s Liz Edmunds, host of The Food Nanny will highlight The Really Big Cooking Show at Thanksgiving Point Barn. Liz teaches families how to carve out the time they need to eat healthy food together. She also helps create virtual meal planners and shares simple recipes that take the stress out of family dinners. She has literally walked into people’s kitchens, rolled up her sleeves, and given them one-on-one help; helping people turn their kitchen into a solution instead of a problem. We hope you’ll join FM100.3 for this worthwhile event!

Community Kidbits

Molly Mouse brings the magic of the holiday to the Rose Wagner Children’s Ballet Theatre again presents “Molly Mouse’s Sugar Plum Debut”, a captivating ballet choreographed with young children in mind. The dancers, themselves, are all 8 to 17 years old. More than 100 ‘mice’ scamper and dance across the stage as little Molly’s ballet school prepares for their holiday production of the Nutcracker. Molly wishes that one day she could dance the coveted role of the Sugar Plum Fairy. As rehearsal begins Molly is carried away into a whimsical day dream where she is made the star of the show. ‘Molly Mouse’ is the perfect way to introduce young children to the wonderful world of ballet this holiday season. The ballet starts at 6 p.m. and is kept short, running approximately an hour and fifteen minutes (including an intermission) to help keep little ones focused. Tchaikovsky’s beautiful Nutcracker score and fabulous handcrafted costumes and colorful sets make this mouse-size performance a holiday treat for all ages. Show dates are Dec. 6 & 7 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 8, at 1 and 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for ages 4-18, and $5 for toddlers ages 0-3. For tickets call ArtTix at 801-355ARTS.

Jewish Arts Festival takes on new format and new venue The Jewish Arts Festival is changing! The festival is a longstanding tradition for the I. J. & Jeanne Wagner Jewish Community Center. As the city around them has grown and diversified, they’ve decided the festival should reflect that progression. In coming years they hope to put the spotlight on Jewish film, music, literature and other art forms. This year, however, they want to be bold! They’ve included something for the entire

community, calling it “a showcase of the best in Jewish culture.” It’s so big in fact, they’ve relocated their festival to the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center in downtown Salt Lake City. Their debut under the new format includes a one-night event featuring IsraeliAmerican dance company Keshet Chaim. Keshet Chaim (Hebrew for Rainbow of Life) is dedicated to celebrating the inclusive spirit of Israeli culture and Judaism throughout the world. For nearly 30 years, Keshet Chaim has toured the globe combatting prejudice and anti-Semitism through entertainment. The Jewish Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, November 10 at 8 p.m. in the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, Jeanne Wagner Theatre. Tickets are $43 for the general public and $30.50 for students. Tickets are available at all ArtTix locations, www.arttix.org or by calling 801-355-ARTS (2787). For more information, please contact Rita Skolnick at 801-581-0098 ext 119 or rskolnick@slcjcc.org.

Pilgrims aplenty at Thanksgiving Point. Thanksgiving Point’s Show Barn is being transformed into traditional pilgrim culture with the sights, sounds and foods of the 17th century. Prominent pilgrim figures, played by the Colonial Heritage Foundation and actors, will be donned in breeches and petticoats to take you back in time. Guests will be enlightened by the real-life pilgrim characters and the rare opportunity to step back in time to the early America. Traditional games and activities of the pilgrims and Wampanoag will entertain guests in addition to the period menu and music. On the menu includes Cheatle Bread with butter, apple cider, corn pudding, stewed pumpkins and turkey. Dessert includes a mixed berry cobbler. “Fear Factor” food sampling will occur again this year as well. Guests can sample eels, oysters, duck, parched corn and hard tack. This event takes place on November 16, 17 & 19 at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.). Tickets are $27/adult and $17/child (ages 3-12) in advance; and $30/per adult and $20/per child on the day of. There is no charge for children age 2 and under and on laps and they are giving a 10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members. Tickets can also be purchased Mon.- Sat. from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Thanksgiving Point Box Office or over the phone by calling 801-768-4900.

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closer. Once the suits are gone, so are the spots, so register early at www.runsanta. com. Valley Fair Mall, 3601 S. 2700 West, 8 a.m.

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2 Friday Active After School: Kids’ fitness class. Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North, 4-5 p.m.

3 Saturday Urban Nature Run: Run 5 miles or 5K on a 50% dirt and 50% paved trail. $30 by Oct. 31 or $35 after. Family discounts available at urbannaturerun.com. Jordan River Parkway Murray, 1200 W. Winchester St, 8 a.m. Turkey Trot 5K: Receive a family discount with three or more people registering from the same household. Registration $16/ individual, $10/family discount, day-of $20/ individual with no family discount at www. sandy.utah.gov/government/parks-andrecreation. Lone Peak Skate Park, 10140 S. 700 East, 9 a.m. Try Hockey For Free Day: USA Hockey and over 400 local programs across the country will encourage kids, ages 4-9, to come to a local participating rink and try youth hockey as part of the NHL’s Come Play Hockey Month. Equipment is limited and registration is required. Info at www. hockeyforfree.com. Salt Lake County Ice Center, 5201 S. Murray Park Ln., 11:30 a.m.; Acord Ice Center, 5353 W. 3100 South, 11:30 a.m.; Utah Olympic Oval, 5662 Cougar Ln., 1 p.m.

5 Monday Preschool Fitness Fun: Fun aerobics

class for kids and their parents. Get out and move. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 10:30-11 a.m.

10 Saturday Donut Dash: A unique biathlon that raises your heart rate and your blood sugar for a good cause. Proceeds support the work of the Utah Heritage Foundation to preserve, protect and promote Utah’s historically built environment. Combined with Memory Grove Discovery Day’s free activities for kids, it’s an event the whole family can enjoy. So, run the 5K, get some donuts and support a good cause. Registration $25, or $35 after Nov. 4 at www.utahheritagefoundation.org. Memory Grove, 300 Canyon Rd, 9 a.m. Spectrum Academy Turkey Trot: An all-ages event with a 5K and a 1-mile fun run benefitting the Spectrum Academy, a charter school with focus primarily on the unique learning needs of children with autism spectrum disorders. Registration 5K/$20, 1 mile/$15, additional $5 after Nov. 7 at www.spectrumcharter.org. Spectrum Academy, 665 N. Cutler Dr., 10 a.m.

22 Thursday Utah Human Race: A family-fun race held in conjunction with Utah Food Bank’s statewide holiday food drive. Proceeds go to provide food and services to Utah Communities. Registration by Nov. 18, 5K/$20, 10K/$25 by Nov. 20; 5K/$25, 10K/$30 by Nov. 21; 5K/$30, 10K/$35

with no day-of registration. Info at www. utahfoodbank.org/utah-human-race. Draper Spectrum, 12101 S. Factory Outlet Dr., 7:30 a.m. Cottonwood Heights Thanksgiving 5K Run/Walk: Bring all your family and start your Thanksgiving holiday with a 5K walk or run. Registration $25/adults, $20/ ages 11 and under by Nov. 16, after $30/ adults, $25/ages 11 and under at www. cottonwoodheights.com. Cottonwood Heights Recreation Center, 7500 S. 2700 East, 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day Races: Bring your whole family and begin a Thanksgiving tradition. The Thanksgiving 10K, 5K and 1K is a great community event that every family should be part of. There’s a race distance for everyone. Registration 10K/$20, 5K/$15, 1K/$10 at www. turkey10K.com. South Davis Recreation Center, 550 N. 200 West, 9 a.m. Cold Turkey Run: Run this 6K then enjoy food, drinks, awards and live music. Awards for age groups including several kids’ groups. Registration $25, after Nov. 15 $30 at www.sports-am.com. City Creek Canyon, Top of Memory Grove, 9 a.m.

Santa Run: The city will be overrun with Santas of all shapes and sizes for this fun 5K. All runners must be dressed as Santa, but the suit comes with your registration fee of $35, increasing as the race gets closer. Once the suits are gone, so are the spots, so register early at www.runsanta. com. Downtown Ogden Historic 25th Street, 350 25th Street, 4:30 p.m.

26 Monday Family Yoga: Stretch and laugh with your kids while doing yoga. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Sweet Library, 455 F St., 7-8 p.m.

Tuesdays Rock On!: A 6 week long indoor rock climbing program. The program is a 1-on1 mentoring program for children of all abilities, ages 5-17. Each student is paired with a mentor who will guide them through their indoor climbing experience. Call Eric at 801-484-4128 or email eric@splore.org for more info. Rockreation Climbing Club, 2074 E. 3900 South, 5:30 and 7 p.m.

Wednesdays Preschool Fitness Fun: Fun aerobics class for kids and their parents. Get out and move. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 10:15-10:45 a.m.

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Family Yoga: Stretch and laugh with your kids while doing yoga. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. Except Nov. 24. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 2-3 p.m.

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KUED kicks off the 20th anniversary of the Reading Marathon at two special events this month. Go-Go-GO on a Winter Wonderland Adventure with the Cat in the Hat. See a sneak preview of The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas! Get an icy treat, a free book, a reading log and bookmark for the Reading Marathon. Find out more at Facebook.com/kuedkids.

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The Pet Page By Kimberly Carlson

Barking: Bad Behavior or Common Communication? Everyone has dealt with it at some point in their lives: the dog that just barks and barks and barks and barks. Sometimes it’s a neighbor’s dog that just never seems to stop barking. That can be trying; especially if you’re home all day. With a newborn. Or a migraine. But what do you do if it’s your dog?

Normal or Excessive? Certified dog trainer, Jamie Miller, at Calling All Dogs in Holladay reminds us that “Normal versus excessive barking is really the opinion of whoever is around. What I consider to be normal tolerable barking, my neighbor may feel is excessive and annoying. There is certainly a time and a place for barking. Barking in the yard at midnight is obviously not the time or place. Barking while romping through the yard with another canine companion is a great time and place and shouldn’t be discouraged any more than a child laughing and screaming with their friends in a park should be discouraged.” Dog owner, Debbie Gatherum, recalls as a child coming home to an anonymous note on their door about their dog. “It was awful. The neighbor was quite upset and couldn’t handle our dog barking incessantly.” In that particular instance no one was happy; not the neighbor, not the family, and especially not the dog. Miller helps quantify it for us. “Excessive barking comes from the dog being exposed to what it’s barking at or from for too long. For example: you’re walking your dog and come across another dog, your dog happens to be fearful of other dogs and begins to bark “I’m insecure – stay away!” Then something silly happens, both owners freeze (exposing Fluffy to its cause for barking even longer) and stare at the spectacle while spouting out a number of different meaningless things to the dog. “Fluffy hush!” “it’s okay he’s not going to hurt you”… Finally after nothing else works they move on and Fluffy finally calms down.”

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communicating with you. Humans as verbal creatures often miss or misread the subtle body language our dogs use to talk to us. Therefore our dogs have to resort to a less subtle approach, and being the clever creatures they are, they’ve learned a great way to get our attention is barking!” explains Miller. Gatherum agrees. “My Yorkie is four pounds of fury whenever strangers walk past our house. It frustrates me when others will stop walking their dog to look at mine in the yard – barking furiously because she wants to do her job well of getting them to keep walking away from her territory – and they think she’s just being adorable. When they finally do walk away, she thinks she’s done her job well.” That only reinforces the need for her dog to bark. And bark she does! Obedience classes are in this Yorkie’s future. She knows that “dogs don’t bark just to bark. They obviously need something.”

Getting to the Heart of the Matter Before you can solve a problem, you must first diagnose it. You need to figure out why your dog is barking. “It is helpful to enlist the help of a positive reinforcement trainer or behaviorist to correctly diagnose why exactly your dog is barking before you begin treating it,” recommends Miller. Miller is passionate about helping dogs and their owners. So much so that she teaches a barking seminar (for humans only) at Calling All Dogs every other month. “Dogs bark for a variety of different reasons ranging from boredom and attention to fear and anxiety. It is important to diagnose what is causing your dog to bark and how your dog is being reinforced for

barking, before any management or training can be done to extinguish it. Barking is simply a bi-product of something else going on inside your dog. This is why punishment is unnecessary and in many cases ineffective for treating barking, it’s going after the symptom and not the cause!”

Possible Solutions According to Miller, the most important thing to remember is that “treating barking is all about how you respond to it. For example, if your dog is barking at you for attention, demanding that you feed him or play with her and you being the obedient owner go right ahead and abide, you’ve just taught your dog that barking will work! On the other hand, if in response to being barked at you turned around and left the room taking your food and fun with you, your dog has learned a valuable lesson… “Oops… that didn’t work.” In short, perhaps it’s not just the dogs that need training, but their human owners do too.

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After 2012 School Vote By Christa Melnyk Hines

What Politics Can Teach Our Kids From yelling newsroom pundits and vigorous dinner party debates to divisive Facebook exchanges, tis’ the season when there’s virtually no escape from politics.

and author of The Self Aware Parent: Resolving Conflict and Building a Better Bond with Your Child.

about opinions overheard at school or

Watch the speeches and debates together. Ask your child who he thinks is telling the truth based on body language or

elsewhere. From a parenting perspective,

who seems more respectful during a debate.

Your kids may come home with questions

the democratic process – and political

Whether you agree or not, ask her: “Why

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the problem?” Share your opinions with your

thinking, respectful discourse, values and

children by prefacing your comments with

civics.

“I feel” or “I think” and ask questions like: “I

Nurture Independent Thinkers Take advantage of the political process to help your children learn to think for themselves. Ask your children open-ended questions to hear their point of views. “Find out what they’re thinking. What you want to do is stimulate their analytic, natural human curiosity,” says Dr. Fran Walfish, a child and family psychotherapist

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wonder how he’ll make that happen? What do you think? How would you make it fair if you were president?”

Avoid Anger As hard as it may be, try to refrain from making judgmental comments or calling candidates with whom you disagree colorful names. “Shouting at the TV, or at one another,

presents a very negative example of responding to conflicting opinions,” says Mary Jane McKittrick, author of the Boomer and Halley children’s series (written for ages 4 to 8), including the Mom’s Choice, awardwinning book Boomer and Halley: Election Day. Through humor and embedded life lessons, McKittrick’s books tell stories of families and communities resolving difficult challenges by working together.

Model Respectful Dialogue Not all parents agree on politics, but what matters is how they discuss the issues in front of their children without raising a child’s anxiety. Make ground rules with your spouse before engaging in the discussion: no interrupting, take turns listening and no put-downs, insults or blaming. And, if you come to an impasse, agree to disagree. “I would love for parents to respect each other’s point of views. I would also hope that they will respect their children’s point of view,” Walfish says. “Be able to tolerate differences. We still love each other, and I can tolerate you having powerfully different feelings than mine.” If you find yourself getting drawn into a heated argument around the holiday table

with loved ones, keep your cool and suggest you pick up the conversation at another time.

Play Nice! Political rhetoric may be difficult for your child to comprehend, but behavior in politics can often parallel real-life situations your child can relate to about how we should treat each other and who we can trust. “Here we are: two political figures. They’re going to say their beliefs right out front, but wouldn’t it be nice if that was all they were doing,” Walfish says. “Instead what they’re doing is using put-downs, criticisms, (and are) willing to go forward at all costs to win.” Perhaps the vindictive nature of politics will never change, but parents can use examples of how politicians conduct themselves to teach values about what it means to win honorably, treat others with respect and be a trustworthy friend. For example, on the playground, a child might promise your child that he can have the ball next, but then passes the ball to an ally or continues to hog the ball. Even a young child understands that the other child’s actions are unfair. “A good friend is someone who treats you right all of the time. And that’s what we’re looking for in politics,” Walfish says. “And a lot of times people will say anything to get what they want, which is to win. Our job is to try to figure out who’s telling the truth, who’s going to deliver on the goods.”

Candidate To Family

Election Connection How will a candidate help constituent families? What sets him or her apart from opponents? We sent out our questionnaire to those running for county mayor, local and state school boards, state legislature, governor, state attorney general and Congress. Read all the responses at utahfamily.com.

Civics 101 Talk to your kids about the democratic process. Take your child to the voting booth and follow the results on election night together to help her see the election process in action and the connection between your vote and why it matters. Explain that politicians are public servants and they usually enter the political process in an attempt to make a difference in the lives of citizens. “Parents can offer examples from their lives to illustrate giving to others as a positive way to explain politics,” McKittrick says. “After all, politics exist in our families, communities, schools and workplaces; not just at the ballot box.” Freelance journalist Christa Melnyk Hines, resides with her opinionated family, which includes her husband, two rambunctious boys and a playful yellow dog. NOVEMBER 2012 UTAHFAMILY.COM 17

Learning Curve By Kimberly Carlson

The ABCs of the Abacus How an old-world tool helps new-world teaching As a parent, I’m sure you’ve noticed how each of your children learn and grow in different ways. Perhaps your daughter is excellent at math, whereas your son is an outstanding reader. Perhaps your middle child seems to get by “okay” in all avenues of homework, but your youngest struggles to grasp basic concepts. I am a firm believer in the idea that not everyone learns in the same way. It is the same for adults; you always know who in the office would give the best presentations, who is going to understand the new concept/rules first and who is going to need a little more help learning that new computer program. Our teachers do a phenomenal job trying to teach the same curriculum to 30 different personalities. 30 pairs of eyes that have various levels of understanding behind them. Teachers are always trying to find the best new avenue of teaching that will reach the most children possible. As parents, we are always looking for the latest and greatest educational tools. And yet, perhaps the latest really isn’t the greatest. There has been a growing appreciation for one of our oldest learning tools: the abacus. Specifically, the Soroban abacus and how we can learn from it.

The ABCs of the Abacus The abacus, a Chinese invention that was modified by the Japanese in the 16th century into the Soroban abacus we are familiar with today, is a tactile object that children can touch and move. It is lightweight and has withstood the test of time – over 450 years, in fact – and performs more efficiently and accurately than someone operating a calculator. Today, many individuals all over the globe insist upon using an abacus rather than a calculator or computer. Children all across the world are taught on an abacus – in countries such as Malaysia, Japan, India, Bahrain, Vietnam, the UK and even in Sudan – and have consistently better math and science skills than other countries. 18 UTAHFAMILY.COM NOVEMBER 2012

Abstract Versus Tactile So why use the abacus as a learning tool? The beauty of the tool is in its design: the Soroban abacus itself is simple. It consists of thirteen rods, each having four beads in the lower register and one in the upper register. Each bead, depending upon its placement on the abacus, represents a different number value. Balky Nair, owner of SIP Academy in Salt Lake City, explains this best. “How is everyone taught to count?” he asks. “With your fingers, of course. Teaching very young children how to count to ten is simple; they have a very visual, tangible representation of each number right in front of them. But what happens once you get to eleven? Eleven and onwards becomes abstract. Instead of having a tangible object in front of the child, you are now showing them a representational symbol – two lines on paper – that represents eleven. You’ve just made a major jump in learning.” Emily Morris, a graduate from BYU with her Master’s Degree in Theoretical and Philosophical Psychology states that “Math was never my strong suit. But once I was trained on the abacus, with the visual, tactile nature of problem solving skills I’ve acquired, I do so much better now. I wish I had learned these skills earlier in life.” She is now an instructor at SIP Academy and has completed her second-level of training in India. The biggest benefit she can see from her students is “how much more comfortable they are

with numbers. I have preschoolers that can see and understand the number 23 on an abacus before they can even read. It gives them confidence, improves their focus, their memory and their visualization skills.”

Equates to More than Math The abacus isn’t just for honing math skills. It’s a way to mentally approach a problem in a visual, tactile way that extends far beyond doing equations. Science supports this theory – doctors have given fMRIs to children who have learned problem-solving on the abacus and those that have not. The children who are learning and problem-solving with the abacus engage both sides of their brain and use more of it. Studies show that “… scale scores were found signiﬁcantly higher in the [abacus-learning] group than in the control group.” These scores weren’t just for math either. These scores included reading ability, musical sensorimotor practice and behavioral benefits as well. Nair explained how a study in Sudan showed that children trained on the abacus, on average, had a seven-point increase in their IQ score. Children trained on the abacus are not only faster at doing equations in their heads, but they are more accurate as well. This, in turn, gives them confidence to tackle their tests and find the answers faster.

Pleased Parents Maryse has all three of her children

attending SIP Academy. “This program has absolutely helped their academic life,” she says. “It gives my children another way to approach a problem. My daughter (age 9) came home from school explaining how she had a difficult problem to solve in class, drew an abacus on her paper and made it better,” thus solving the problem that way. Her son, age 8, had difficulties in math, but after the third SIP Academy class “it just clicked and he’s had no problems since then. He simply needed another method to approach a problem.” Maryse says she “would recommend this method of learning to anyone. It makes them independent and capable thinkers with additional tools to

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apply to problems in school and in life.” And she is not alone recognizing the all-encompassing benefits of learning this method. Global studies show that “transfer of [the] abacus skill to other tasks, and the contexts in which abacus skill develops demonstrates the multiple ways in which specific skills can contribute to cognitive development” regardless of socioeconomic status, previous knowledge of or ability in math.

Abacus for Everyone “The abacus program is flexible. It can be tailored to kids at all levels of ability and

need. It can challenge those children that catch on quickly and it can also encourage those that [initially] don’t do it quite as well,” says Nair. “Our abacus method is a skill that we teach about visualization. It’s applicable everywhere in their lives.” As the first round of Parent-Teacher conferences have come to a close, you may have come to the realization that no one knows your child better than you. Your child’s teacher may be able to pinpoint areas that s/he struggles in but only you know how to get that information across. As a parent, you are always trying your best to be as helpful in that arena as possible. Abacus learning might just be the answer you’re both looking for.

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Thanksgiving request. She’s not asking me to go shopping. Instead she’s calling with another question: what do my children want for Christmas? Pretty soon there will be others emailing and phoning to find out the same thing. Aunts, uncles, grandparents, greatgrandparents will all want to know what my children would like for Christmas. I glance at my three girls, scattered around our kitchen setting out food and plates, preparing for our lunch. I know what their answer will be. It’s the

same every year. They won’t want much, not yet at least. But they will soon enough, once I start prodding them. The irony of the situation slaps me like a linebacker hitting his opponent. The words of gratitude, the remembrances of all the plenty we enjoy, have barely died on our lips. The leftovers of our Thanksgiving dinner have yet to be relished. And now I have to ask my girls what they want. What possibly could they want? The rods in their closets are crammed with filled hangers. Bins of Polly Pockets, LEGOs, and American Girl doll accessories cover the toy shelves in our house. Our two-car garage can only fit one car beside the bikes and outdoor toys. They have all they need and much of what they hadn’t even thought to want. Every year the question of what my kids want for Christmas leads me to using tactics that would make a telemarketer blush. First I ask for their lists. But rarely are those lists long enough to match the number of people shopping for them. So I shove toy catalogs and store wish books into their hands. I remind them of things they’ve noticed on shopping outings. I urge them to think of something more, some object they think they’ll enjoy. I do these things in the name of pleasing others – pleasing those who love my daughters and want to show it by bestowing well-liked gifts. I do it to please my girls, however momentarily, in the receiving of those gifts. I do it to please everyone but myself. Each year when I badger my

children for their wish lists, I feel a bit of myself slipping away. That part of me that says to “let them be.” The part that says they can enjoy Christmas without so much stuff. Am I selling us out, myself and my children? Am I bowing to consumerism to blot out gratitude so quickly? What if we made no wish lists? Would we continue to be thankful for what we already have? And my biggest question: how do I cultivate gratitude in my family amidst a consumer culture that has made an art of creating wish lists? How do I sustain the thankful spirit for more than 24 hours? My biggest wish this year is for a holiday from the holiday rush. I wish for Thanksgiving to extend beyond one parade-and-turkeyand-football-filled day. I wish that Christmas would move back to its place (at least back to December) and stop stealing the show from Thanksgiving. I’m thankful for leftover turkey sandwiches. I’m thankful for three grinning girls sitting around my counter eating them. And I’m thankful for grandmas who faithfully call each year to find out what these children would enjoy receiving. The only thing I still need on this day after Thanksgiving is a little more time to enjoy how fortunate we are. My grip on the phone receiver relaxes as I turn away from my children and gaze at the Thanksgiving decorations on the fireplace mantle in the next room. “Can I get back to you on that?” I say to my mother-in-law. I breathe a sigh of gratitude as she agrees to let it go for today, because today I plan to continue making a list of what we have to be thankful for. And that’s the list I need most right now. Lara Krupicka is a freelance writer who’s fortunate to have a terrific husband and three very lucky girls. She’s grateful for the abundance that her family enjoys and the people who enjoy bestowing it on them.

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Tumble Into A Really Fun Party Olympus Gymnastics Is a Great Party Destination For Aspiring Gymnasts and The Gymnast Newbee Alike

As a kid, there was only one thing I wanted more than to be an Olympic gymnast. I wanted a pony. Unfortunately, as far as my parents were concerned, the pony was a no-go and my Olympic dreams fell close behind into the not-evergoing-to-happen pile. I was simply too tall, uncoordinated and lacked pretty much all of the skills needed to be a gymnast. Maybe you have a child with more gymnastic promise than I did (it wouldn’t take much), or maybe they just enjoy tumbling and running around. Either way, they will have a great time throwing their next birthday party at Olympus Gymnastics. Mary Wright, owner of Olympus Gymnastics, opened the gym in 1993 for the love of the sport and wanted nothing more than to coach gymnasts. The program offers beginner classes for ages 2- 15 in gymnastics, tumbling and other activities along with team gymnastics for older gymnasts. Olympus Gymnastics’ coaches take their work very seriously. After all, I’m not the only Olympic-hopeful out there. Luckily, it’s not all about hard work when they make time to help parents throw fun and easy birthday parties. Birthday kids don’t need to have gymnastic experience, or even be interested in signing up for classes; they

will still have a great time. Even someone like me with my (lack of) skills would enoy pretending to have what it takes to be a gymnast for a day. “We offer birthday parties to give kids a chance to experience gymnastics in a low-key, fun environment,” says Kaycee Metekingi, office manager at Olympus Gymnastics. “There is a coach there to supervise as well as teach [the kids] anything they would like to learn on any of our apparatus,” explains Metekingi. Kids may jump in the foam pit, on the 30 foot-long trampoline or in the inflatable lion. They will learn gymnastic skills on the bars, beam and floor areas as well. Parties include exclusive use of the full 14,000 square foot facility. There is no need to worry about losing members of your party to another group or having to deal with noise other than the shouts of approval from the kids in your group. There isn’t an exact format for parties at the gym. “The birthday party is structured around what the birthday kid wants,” says Metekingi. You will work with the supervisor ahead of time to custom-make your party to be exactly how your birthday boy or girl wants it. Then, you just bring the cake, utensils, plates and napkins and Olympus Gymnastics provides entertainment, tables, chairs and table cloths. Birthday parties are scheduled Saturdays either from 4-5:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. There will be games and playing on the various equipment for an hour with food, cake and presents for the remainder of the time. Kids will have a blast and completely wear themselves out, a sign of a successful party. Now, I still enjoy watching gymnastics and am amazed by the things they can do but I have completely accepted my talents lie elsewhere. As for the pony, well, now that it’s up to me that dream may still come true. Olympus Gymnastics 9683 S. 500 West in Sandy 801-566-3295 www.olympusgymnastics.org NOVEMBER 2012 UTAHFAMILY.COM 27

in a plane crash, leaving children behind. In response to the tragedy, children from school who had birthday parties began to ask for donations to this family, in lieu of presents. When guests arrived at a party, they simply dropped money into a bowl. Kids at the school raised thousands of dollars to help the orphaned children with food, housing and education costs.

Banish Birthday Glut By: Mary Helen Berg

Choose a Charity (tween)

to see ways to adjust your plan to your child’s age.

When my daughter planned her last birthday party, she wanted to invite her entire class. I admired her instinct to be inclusive but the image of a table groaning under the weight of dozens of presents flashed through my brain. She didn’t need one more toy, much less the many that her generous guests would no doubt deliver. How could I limit this gift glut when any birthday girl can tell you that the most important part of her big day is opening the countless presents? It may seem an impossible task to address, but there are alternatives that can promote empathy and generosity while helping to contain the materialism and excess that can accompany a typical birthday party.

Prime the Parents Some people love to give presents, even if the invitation clearly states “no gifts.” It may be as hard to explain this idea to some parents as it is to some children. Try to get parents on board in advance so that they don’t buy a gift unnecessarily. Ask them to respect your efforts to limit the amount of “stuff” in your child’s life. Who knows? You may be a cultural trendsetter.

Age-Appropriate Approach Explaining to a child that guests won’t give

Make a Gift (pre-school)

Marilyn Price-Mitchell Ph.D., a developmental psychologist and researcher and who has written about mindful gift-giving for Psychology Today Magazine, says preschool children may be too young to grasp the concept of collecting gifts at a party to give to people in need. However, they love to make gifts for people they know. Tell your guests they do not need to bring a gift—they will make one as part of the party. Provide gift wrap and the kids can wrap them up, take them home and give them to whomever they like.

Give a Book, Take a Book (early elementary)

How many times has your child come home from a party with a bag full of plastic trinkets that soon end up in the garbage? This simple, inexpensive idea promotes reading and big heartedness while offering a fun surprise for each guest to open. Ask each guest to gift-wrap a favorite book and bring it to the party. When they arrive, they will place the books into a basket. Add a book from your child as well. When guests leave, they can select a book from the basket as a “goody” to take away. Your child will be able to open a

them presents on their birthday may feel

book as well and this becomes her birthday

like trying to tell them that Santa Claus will

“present” from all her guests.

skip your house this year. Regardless of your child’s age, if you want to present alternatives to collecting a pile of birthday gifts, such as donating gifts to a charity, make sure to introduce it well before the party to give them a chance to get used to the concept. Read on 28 UTAHFAMILY.COM NOVEMBER 2012

Make It Personal (older elementary)

Perhaps a family at your school or in your neighborhood is going through a rough time. At our school, one girl’s aunt and uncle died

Instead of bringing a fancy birthday gift, ask that each child bring a pair of new or gently used shoes to donate to children who need them. Homeless shelters, orphanages and other non-profits are always in need of items such as children’s shoes, new socks and underwear. Donating items for other children will make more sense to young guests than asking them to give to an organization that serves other populations. Place a box near the front door for guests to drop their donation in. Once you select an organization for your donation, invite your child’s friends to accompany you when you drop off the goods so they can see where their donation is going.

Work Party (teen)

Your teenager is old enough to really contribute the time and elbow grease it takes to help others by volunteering with a nonprofit organization. Instead of a traditional teen slumber party, organize an outing to feed the homeless, clean up a beach or help build shelters. Opportunities for young volunteers are countless and your teen will gain untold benefit from the experience.

Birthday Party Burnout Materialism is something that needs to be addressed year-round, not just at birthday time, advises Dr. Price-Mitchell. But the birthday party circuit is always a good place to start. Talk with other parents. If attending multiple events every weekend seems overwhelming to you, you are probably not alone. Consider coordinating events by grouping birthdays together. Kids can have fun planning a party with their friends and some may even find it a relief to share the glare of the spotlight and the burden of hosting. Several families can co-host a party each month or each season for all the kids born during that time. Pitch in on expenses and host the event at a park, ice rink or bowling alley so that no one family has to accommodate the whole crowd at home.

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My daughter is a princess. Just ask her. She’ll tell you all about it as she twirls in her daily outfit of princess shoes, hat and dress complete with Papa as her prince. Of course, one thing that goes handin-hand with being a princess is dancing – specifically like a ballerina – all over the house. So, when I took her to one of the Utah Family Fit Family workshops (free and very fun!) at SLC Ballet, she absolutely loved it. She has wanted to start ballet classes ever since. I’ve struggled to fit these into the schedule so imagine my excitement when I found out that my little princess could have her next birthday at SLC Ballet and it would be so simple and affordable. Perfect! Hillary Van Moorleghem, owner and “ballet birthday specialist”, opened her studio in April 2010 because she saw that “Salt Lake City needed a viable alternative for exceptional quality classical ballet training in a professional, friendly and opportunity-filled environment.” At SLC Ballet, students receive “classical ballet training in the Vaganova Method taught by internationally acclaimed faculty,” says Van Moorleghem, “which enables students to reach their full potential and dance dreams.” At first, SLC Ballet didn’t do birthday parties. However, as parents began expressing an interest in having birthday 32 UTAHFAMILY.COM NOVEMBER 2012

parties at her studio, Van Moorleghem decided to start hosting them. “We are here to serve you in all your ballet needs,” she says with a smile. “I adore all our students and delight in bringing great experiences to them.” It’s very easy to plan a birthday party here and is great for girls and boys ages 3 to 8. Your party typically lasts one and a half to two and a half hours for about $85 for the whole experience. You receive an hour of Ms. Hillary’s ballet class and full use of the facility which includes two studios, bathrooms, kitchenette, dining area, lobby, dressing room and free parking. You are responsible for snacks, cake and anything else to make the party unique but, décor -- including helium balloons as party favors -- are provided. “Most of our services are made custom to our students and families,” explains Moorleghem. “You just tell me when and we find a time that works. The birthday parties are also tailored to the birthday ballerina – colors, theme and such.” Some families choose to just do the ballet class, open presents, eat cake and that’s it. Others have done crafts, reading or other activities. There is plenty of flexibility to do whatever you want, however, “the main highlight is the hour long birthday ballet class, parents don’t have to do much more,” says Moorleghem. Having a party at SLC Ballet is easy and fun. They provide “a balance of structured activity with fun party moments,” says Moorleghem. “Holding it at our facility is less work for families since we take care of the group of kids with quality activities, the décor and the clean-up. I like to see the parents relax and enjoy.” This sounds just fabulous to me and I am certain the princess in my house would be in her own fantasy world with a birthday at SLC Ballet. And, hey, who doesn’t love watching kids dress up like princes and princesses? Moorleghem put it best, “It’s just darn cute.” SLC Ballet 1164 S. Main St., SLC 801-664-4607 www.slcballet.com

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Salt Lake Cooking for the Holidays: a gourmet food extravaganza showcasing favorite local chefs, restaurants and cooking schools. This is the perfect venue for Foodies & Connoisseurs alike where culinary artists demonstrate their skills and reveal special techniques to help you create delicious holiday fare. Don’t miss demonstrations by Sur La Table, Amano Chocolates, Layers Cake Company, and The International Culinary Schools at the Arts Institute.

Entertainment: Revel in the “Artist in Action” Village featuring artists demonstrating their skills and making one-of-a-kind gifts including wood carvings, fold art, stained glass, pottery, jewelry and more. Ask questions and interact with the artists as they create their designs! Don’t miss our exciting entertainment program “live” during the show, including Vision Dance & Learning Center, The Vocal Studio, Dance Academy, The Vocal Studio, C&C Ballet Academy and more Bring the kids for a picture with a real bearded Santa in authentic attire. See more than 200 brand new exhibits to shop at this year’s show! Sample and buy gourmet and specialty foods including everything from chocolate truffles, cookies, candy, nuts, jams and jellies to tasty soups, dips, seasonings, homemade spices, sauces and so much more.

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Check both the calendar day and the ongoing weekly events section 3 Saturday National Game Day: Go to the library to play different types of games. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, all day; Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, all day; South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., all day; West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, all day; Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 10:30 a.m.-noon; Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 1-4 p.m.; Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East, 4-5:30 p.m. Working Of The Bison: Watch as veterinarians and state park wildlife biologists weigh, vaccinate and conduct various health tests on each bison to determine the herd’s health. Park entrance fees apply. Antelope Island State Park, 4528 W. 1700 South. Annual Navajo Rug Show And Sale: There will be a variety of programs centered around traditional Navajo culture including dances, demonstrations, special entertainment, and a fund raising auction. Proceeds from the sale of the rugs woven by the elders in the program go directly to the weavers. Admission $5 or canned food donation. Deer Valley Resort, 2250 Deer Valley Drive South, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Join the teen advisory board and help to plan programs for teens, write for the teen newsletter, meet new friends, and get volunteer hours. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Little Bear’s Tail: Puppet show. The bear has a long, lovely tail that the fox is jealous of, so he decides to trick Mr. Bear out of his tail. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 11-11:30 a.m. READ Dogs: Read to therapy dogs. Ruth Vine Tyler Library, 8041 S. Wood St., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Family Storytime En Española: Stories and fun for the whole family, presented in Spanish. Historias y diversion para toda la familia, presentado en espanol. DayRiverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North, 11 a.m.-noon. Jean Reagan Book Signing: Author of How to Babysit a Grandpa, a hilarious and heartwarming picture book. The King’s English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East, 11 a.m. Utah Film Center Movie Screenings: The world of film comes to local audiences through free community screenings with the best documentary, independent and dramatic cinema year-round. Kid Flix Mix, a kaleidoscopic showcase of the best short films and animation from around the world. Recommended for ages 3-6. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 11 a.m. 38 UTAHFAMILY.COM NOVEMBER 2012

Dog Day Afternoons: The City Library and R.E.A.D. offer children the opportunity to practice reading with therapy animals in a positive, non-threatening, fun environment. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 1-2:30 p.m. Also at AndersonFoothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, 1-2:30 p.m. International Game Day Life Sized: Teens play games that are truly interactive, where you become the game pieces. Play life-sized Sorry, Battleship and Guess Who. Come in your wackiest outfit for Guess Who. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 2-4 p.m. Stone Soup: Puppet show. A weary traveler asks for food, but is turned away. He decides to make soup out of a stone, and the people look on amazed as he prepares the huge pot. Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 2-3 p.m. Reading As An Art: Create a fabulous art in the style of a different picture book illustrator each month. Ages 7-13. Registration required. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 2-3 p.m. Cool Cartooning With Eleora Nelson: Art workshop. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 2-3 p.m. Utah’s Animals: Get up close and personal with Utah’s animals. An introduction to Utah’s animals is also a perfect introduction to the biological and ecological concepts they represent.

Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way, 2-3 p.m.

donation. Deer Valley Resort, 2250 Deer Valley Drive South, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Improv Comedy For Teens: Discover how to bring your creative ideas to life, in real time, through brain teasers, games and other forms of play. For teens interested in trying improv comedy for the first time, as well as for seasoned performers who want to expand their skills. Ruth Vine Tyler Library, 8041 S. Wood St., 3-4 p.m.

Past, Present And Future: Presented by the Utah State University Music Department. Free. RSVP by emailing swanerecocenter@usu.edu or calling 435649-1767 ext. 0. Swaner EcoCenter, 1258 Center Dr., 3:30 p.m.

Books 2 Movies: A series in partnership with the Park City Film Series. Watch The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 1. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., 3-5 p.m. Anderson-Foothill Chess Club: Do you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already play and wish you had more people to play with? All ages. AndersonFoothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, 4-5 p.m. Murray Concert Band: Part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Free. Hillcrest Jr. High, 126 East 5300 S., 7:30 p.m.

4 Sunday Annual Navajo Rug Show And Sale: There will be a variety of programs centered around traditional Navajo culture including dances, demonstrations, special entertainment, and a fund raising auction. Proceeds from the sale of the rugs woven by the elders in the program go directly to the weavers. Admission $5 or canned food

5 Monday Little Naturalists: Learn about and explore the natural world with a naturethemed book, activity and craft. Ages 3-5. Reservations appreciated 435-252-3576 or sally.upton@usu.edu. $2/family. Swaner EcoCenter, 1258 Center Dr., 10-11 a.m. Baby And Me Storytime: Rhymes, books, music and fun. Newborn to 2 years. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Marvelous Monday: Books, fingerplays, poetry, music and fun. Kids of all ages and a participating adult. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thanksgiving Make And Take Craft: Make and take home a craft to celebrate Thanksgiving. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 3-8 p.m. Kearns Anime Club: Learn, watch, discuss and enjoy anime and manga. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 3-4:30 p.m. Tales With Tau: Kids ages 5-9 may read

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with Abbey Lynn, a therapy dog. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 4-5 p.m. Lego League: Bring your mad LEGO skills and create your own masterpiece using our LEGOS. Ages 3-12. Kids 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult over age 18. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 4-5 p.m. Little Bear’s Tail: Puppet show. The bear has a long, lovely tail that the fox is jealous of, so he decides to trick Mr. Bear out of his tail. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 7-8 p.m. Monday Fun Night: Songs, crafts and stories for babysitters, parents, grandparents and children of all ages. Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East, 7-8:30 p.m. Story Night: Storytime for the whole family. Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East, 7 p.m.

6 Tuesday Wii Gaming: Play Wii Sports and other Wii games at the library. Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Phun With Physics: A duo of geniuses from the University of Utah’s Department of Physics and Astronomy makes physics more fun with hands-on demonstrations using everyday things. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Pokemon/Bakugan Club: Play Pokemon, Bakugan, Legos, whatever. Bring your own game pieces. 8 years and older, please. Kids under 12 years old must be with a caring adult. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 7-8 p.m. Wonderful Wasatch: Learn about where you live. Animals, plants, geology, places to hike, the water you drink. Each month’s program will deal with a different topic of interest to residents of the Wasatch. For all ages, kids to adults. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 7-7:45 p.m.

7 Wednesday Drop-In Storytime: Stories, songs and activities. Ages 3-5. Grown-up must accompany children. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.

autistic children but any child of any age is welcome. The attendance of a participating adult is required. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 4-4:45 p.m. After-School Club Movie: For school-age kids. Watching Madagascar 3-Europe’s Most Wanted. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 4-5:30 p.m. Highlights Of The Collection: The tour of the best of the museum lasts about 30 minutes. Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Dr., 6:30 p.m. Pajama-rama: Stories and fun for the whole family. Wear your pajamas if you want. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 7-7:45 p.m. Chamber Music Series: Students from the U of U’s School of Music perform chamber music pieces in the museum galleries. Free. Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Dr., 7-8 p.m.

8 Thursday Baby Bookworm: Nursery rhymes, finger plays and fun with books. For babies up to 24 months. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 10:30-11 a.m. Toddler Storytime: Wiggles, rhymes and wonderful stories to captivate your toddler. 18 months-3 1/2 years. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 10:30-11 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs, poetry and lots of action. Ages 3 1/2-5, parents must be in the building. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 10:30-11:10 a.m. Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs, poetry and lots of action for kids up to age 3 1/2 with a parent. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 10:30-11:10 a.m. Cat In The Hat Storytime: Start the KUED Read-a-Thon with a fun storytime. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime: For children ages 3-6 years with a caregiver. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 11 a.m.-noon. Toddler Time: Songs, fingerplays and more for ages 18 months to 4 years. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Cat In The Hat Storytime: Start the KUED Read-a-Thon with a fun storytime. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Drop-In Storytime: Stories, songs and activities. Ages 3-5. Grown-up must accompany children. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., 1:30-2 p.m.

Preschool Storytime: For children ages 3-6 years with a caregiver. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 11 a.m.-noon.

Teen Craft Night: Make a fun craft. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 4-8 p.m.

Rd., 4-5 p.m. After-School Club: An after-school club not for the faint of heart. Grades K-6th. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 4-5 p.m. Atomic Arcade: Play Pac Man, Donkey Kong, Centipede and Asteroids. Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West, 4-5 p.m. Tales With Therapy Animals Of Utah: Students grades K-6 read one-on-one with a trained pet partner team. Free tickets available at the help desk. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 4-5 p.m. Game On: Play video games, board games, card games and more. Grades K-6. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 4-5 p.m. Leap Into Science Family Workshop: Children and parents will enjoy learning something about science in this workshop. Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North, 4-5 p.m. Amigos Y Libros: Spanish/English fun with stories, songs and more. Vengamos por diversiones en espanol y ingles con cuentos, canciones y mas. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 7-8 p.m. Teen Anime Club: Preview new anime episodes, share your artwork and discuss manga and anime with other teens. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 7-8 p.m. Night-Time Storytime: Ages 2-5. Registration required. Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 7-7:45 p.m. The Dinosaur Musical: A madcap, jazzy prehistoric musical comedy. Can the power of goodwill win out over the forces of evil? It’s a family show, so yes! Tickets $10/adults, $5/ages 18 and under at www. kingsburyhall.utah.edu. Kingsbury Hall, 1395 E. Presidents Cir., 7 p.m. Guys And Dolls: A Murray High School musical as part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $6/students, $7/GA in advance or $8/door. Murray High School, 5440 S. State St., 7 p.m.

9 Friday Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Drop off your stuffed animal, doll or other toy at the library for a fun sleepover just for them. Come back the next morning to pick up your furry friend and see proof of all the fun they had. All day. Sweet Library, 455 F St.

Jewelry Making For Teens: Make your own jewelry. Super easy and lots of fun. Ages 10-16. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 3:30-5 p.m.

No Girls Allowed: Snakes, snails and underwear tales. Worms, squirms and other fun stuff just for boys ages 7-11. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 4-4:45 p.m.

Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show: With over 400 booths to shop and visit, this is the largest holiday gift show in Utah. This year there is an artists in action area, a large specialty food section, cooking demonstrations and entertainment. South Towne Exposition Center, 9575 S. State Street, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Special Needs Sensory Storytime: A unique storytime for children with special needs. These storytimes will be geared to

Kim’s Cold-Blooded Creatures: See creepy-crawly, slimy and scary creatures. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay

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newsletter, meet new friends, and get volunteer hours. Also make a friendship bracelet. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 3-5 p.m. Friday Fun: Fun games, crafts and more. Ages 6-11. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 3:30-4:30 p.m. No Girls Allowed: Snakes, snails and underwear tales. Worms, squirms and other fun stuff just for boys ages 7-11. Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Rd., 4-5 p.m.; Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 4-4:45 p.m.; Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 4-5 p.m. Magic Treehouse Book Club: Talk about books, learn cool facts, and do other fun activities. Ages 7 and up. Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West, 4-5 p.m. Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Join the teen advisory board and help to plan programs for teens, write for the teen newsletter, meet new friends, and get volunteer hours. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 5-5:45 p.m. Renaissance Magic: Experience the magic of the renaissance with Erick the Red. Learn about the time period, revel in magical tricks and develop your own magic trick. Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East, 5-5:45 p.m. Late Night With Rex: Explore the museum on a guided tour and test your Dino knowledge on a scavenger hunt, see a 3D Mammoth Screen movie with drinks and popcorn, paleo fossil talk and participate in four fun paleontology classes. Must be 8 years or older to stay without an adult. Pre-registration required. $30/person. Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, 6-11 p.m. Family Sleepover At The Museum: Enjoy the museum after-hours with hands-on family activities, storytime around a virtual fire and then unroll your sleeping bag for a memorable night. Children ages 5-13 accompanied by an adult 25 or older. $50/person with a discount for members. Registration required at www.nhmu.utah. edu. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way, 6:30 p.m. The Dinosaur Musical: A madcap, jazzy prehistoric musical comedy. Can the power of goodwill win out over the forces of evil? It’s a family show, so yes! Tickets $10/adults, $5/ages 18 and under at www. kingsburyhall.utah.edu. Kingsbury Hall, 1395 E. Presidents Cir., 7 p.m. Guys And Dolls: A Murray High School musical as part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $6/students, $7/GA in advance or $8/door. Murray High School, 5440 S. State St., 7 p.m.

10 Saturday Garden Adventures: Saturday kids’ classes that focus on a different garden topic and generally include a hands-on craft, demonstration or project for children to complete and take home. Ages 4-12 with one caregiver. No infants, please. $7/

non-members, $5/members. Registration required by calling 801-581-8454. Barking Up the Right Trees. Red Butte Garden and Arboretum, 300 Wakara Way, 10-11:30 a.m. Zoo Storytime: Each class includes an animal-related story, a craft and a special animal encounter. Geared towards younger learners but enjoyed by children of all ages. $5 per child over two and does not include zoo admission. Hogle Zoo, 2600 E. Sunnyside Ave., 10-11 a.m. Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show: With over 400 booths to shop and visit, this is the largest holiday gift show in Utah. This year there is an artists in action area, a large specialty food section, cooking demonstrations and entertainment. South Towne Exposition Center, 9575 S. State Street, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Family Workshops At The Museum:

Adults and children discover, collaborate and create together. You’ll learn from natural history experts as you build new skills and explore museum resources. Registration required for $22/person at www.nhmu.utah.edu. This month is scientific illustration. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way, 10 a.m.-noon.

11 a.m.-noon. The Dinosaur Musical: A madcap, jazzy prehistoric musical comedy. Can the power of goodwill win out over the forces of evil? It’s a family show, so yes! Tickets $10/adults, $5/ages 18 and under at www. kingsburyhall.utah.edu. Kingsbury Hall, 1395 E. Presidents Cir., 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Movie Matinee: Enjoy a family friendly movie. Watch Muppet Treasure Island. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 2-4 p.m.

Ring Around The Rose: Repertory Dance Theatre’s wiggle-friendly series of performances for children and families that explores the magical world of the arts, including dance, theatre, music and storytelling. This month is Tanner Dance. Rose Wagner Center, 138 W. 300 South, 11 a.m. Culture Crafts: Kids ages 6-12 are invited to learn about a country, its culture, facts, fables, and folklore, and make a fun craft. Registration required by calling 801-5948623. Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West,

Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Join the teen advisory board and help to plan programs for teens, write for the teen newsletter, meet new friends, and get volunteer hours. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 2-3 p.m. Second Saturday Crafts: Craft-time fun. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 2-3 p.m.

Bug Brigade: Millipedes, cockroaches and tarantulas might seem creepy, but spend some time with these creatures and you’ll see just how incredible they are. Learn all about bugs’ anatomy, behavior and impact on the environment. All ages. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way, 2 p.m. Family Art Saturday: Children of all ages and their adult companions explore exhibitions and participate together in collaborative hands-on art making activities led by a trained educator. Free. Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, 20 S. West Temple, 2-4 p.m. Holladay Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Help plan library programs for teens, meet

KUED Reading Marathon Kick-off Party: Celebrate the 20th anniversary reading marathon. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 2-4 p.m.

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new friends, and earn volunteer hours. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 2-3 p.m. Renaissance Magic: Experience the magic of the renaissance with Erick the Red. Learn about the time period, revel in magical tricks and develop your own magic trick. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 2-3:15 p.m. Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament: Come and play Yu-Gi-Oh for fun and card trading. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 2:30-5 p.m. Also at Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Guys And Dolls: A Murray High School musical as part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $6/students, $7/GA in advance or $8/door. Murray High School, 5440 S. State St., 7 p.m.

11 Sunday Salute Our Military Day: This day is in honor of our armed forces. As a thank you from Hogle Zoo, all military personnel, veterans and their immediate family (spouse and any children 18 and under) will receive free admission to the Zoo. Show your military or veteran organization ID, discharge papers or other official military identification to receive free admission. Hogle Zoo, 2600 E. Sunnyside Ave. Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show: With over 400 booths to shop and visit, this is the largest holiday gift show in Utah. This year there is an artists in action area, a large specialty food section, cooking demonstrations and entertainment. South Towne Exposition Center, 9575 S. State Street, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Guys And Dolls: A Murray High School musical as part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $6/students, $7/GA in advance or $8/door. Murray High School, 5440 S. State St., 7 p.m.

12 Monday Veterans Day At Tracy Aviary: All veterans/military personnel and their families get into the aviary for $1/person today only if they show their military ID. Tracy Aviary, 589 E. 1300 South, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mad Science Walloping Weather: Get weather-wise in a climate-controlled class. A one hour workshop where you will discover how hurricanes, tornadoes and thunderstorms develop and how powerful they can be. RSVP by 4 p.m., Nov. 16 to 801-621-7595. Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., 11 a.m.-noon. Home-School Club: This club is for kids ages 6-12 who are being home-schooled. Call 801-264-2587 to register. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 1-2 p.m. Guys And Dolls: A Murray High School musical as part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $6/students, $7/GA in advance or $8/door. Murray High School, 5440 S. State St., 7 p.m. 42 UTAHFAMILY.COM NOVEMBER 2012

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Thanksgiving Storytime: Children ages 2-6 are invited to enjoy a fun-filled Thanksgiving storytime. Stories, songs and a craft. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Thanksgiving Storytime: A special storytime for children. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Drop-In Storytime: Stories, songs and fun. Open to all children. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs, poetry and lots of action. Ages 3 1/2-5, parents must be in the building. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 10:30-11:10 a.m. Stone Soup: Puppet show. A weary traveler asks for food, but is turned away. He decides to make soup out of a stone, and the people look on amazed as he prepares the huge pot. Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Rd., 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Drop-In Craft: Ruth Vine Tyler Library, 8041 S. Wood St., 2-7 p.m. After School Club: Fun activities and crafts for ages 6-11. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 3:30-4:30 p.m. No Girls Allowed: Snakes, snails and underwear tales. Worms, squirms and other fun stuff just for boys ages 7-11. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 4:15-5 p.m. Also at South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., 7-8 p.m. Registration is required online or by calling 801-944-7634. Great Reads For Girls: Girls ages 7-12 with a caring adult are invited for lively discussions, activities, friendships and fun. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 7-8 p.m. Also at Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 7-8:15 p.m. Science Movie Night: Free movie screenings followed by lively discussion with science experts. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 7-9 p.m. Magician Paul Brewer: With degrees in education and theater plus 30 years of experience around the world, Paul Brewer can teach and entertain in ways that appeal to parents and kids alike. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 7-8 p.m. Books With Charm: Book discussions and make a charm. Ages 10-13. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 7-8 p.m. Ally Condie Book Signing: Hear Ally Condie, a local author, read from the last in the Matched trilogy, Reached. The Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s English Bookshop, 1511 S. 1500 East, 7 p.m. Utah Film Center Movie Screenings: The world of film comes to local audiences through free community screenings with the best documentary, independent and dramatic cinema year-round. Watch Never Cry Wolf. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 7 p.m.

Thanksgiving Storytime: Children ages 2-6 are invited to enjoy a fun-filled Thanksgiving storytime. Stories, songs and a craft. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Drop-In Storytime: Stories, songs and fun. Open to all children. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Tyler Anime Club: Fun activities and Japanese culture. Ages 12-17. Ruth Vine Tyler Library, 8041 S. Wood St., 3-4:30 p.m. No Girls Allowed: Snakes, snails and underwear tales. Worms, squirms and other fun stuff just for boys ages 7-11. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 4-5 p.m. Wild Wednesdays For Kids: A wacky and wild after-school activity just for kids aged 6-12. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 4-5 p.m. Kidz Club: A different focus each time. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 4-5 p.m.

Thanksgiving storytime. Stories, songs and a craft. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Toddler Time: Picture books, songs, fingerplays and more. Ages 0-3. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs, poetry and lots of action. Ages 3 1/2-5, parents must be in the building. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 10:30-11:10 a.m. Toddler Storytime: Stories, songs, poetry and lots of action for kids up to age 3 1/2 with a parent. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 10:30-11:10 a.m. Reptiles And Toddlers: Intended for children ages 4 and younger. A 30 minute touch and hold session with 5 very nice reptiles and a crocodilian skull. A reptile guide will entertain the children with funny stories and jokes about each reptile and will also let the children see the animals walk and move on the ground. Space is very limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before the show. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

Thanksgiving Crafts: For all ages. DayRiverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North, 4 p.m.

Hobbit And Twilight Buttons And Bookmarks: Teens make your own movie buttons to wear to the premieres as well as laminated bookmarks. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 3-4:30 p.m.

Leap Into Science Family Workshop: Children and parents will enjoy learning something about science in this workshop. Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West, 4-5 p.m.

No Girls Allowed: Snakes, snails and underwear tales. Worms, squirms and other fun stuff just for boys ages 7-11. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 4-5 p.m.

Family Movie Night: Free. Ruth Vine Tyler Library, 8041 S. Wood St., 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Kids Create: Create and construct beyond your wildest imagination. Grades K-6. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 4-5 p.m.

Teen Anime Club: Preview new anime episodes, share your artwork and discuss manga and anime with other teens. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 6:45-8:30 p.m. Great Reads For Girls: Wonderful books to read and discuss. Girls 8-12 with caring adult. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 7-8 p.m. Zombie Survival: A zombie party full of food, games, prizes and a craft. Dress as a zombie and enter the costume contest. Ages 10-16. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 7-8 p.m. Utah Film Center Movie Screenings: The world of film comes to local audiences through free community screenings with the best documentary, independent and dramatic cinema year-round. Watch Bidder 70 which centers on an extraordinary, ingenious and effective act of civil disobedience demanding government and industry accountability. Rose Wagner Center, 138 W. 300 South, 7 p.m.

15 Thursday Thanksgiving Storytime: Children ages 2-6 are invited to enjoy a fun-filled

Terrific Thursday: You may not know this, but Thursdays are terrific! For ages 6-10. Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Rd., 4:15-5 p.m. Teen Movie Night: Fun movies for teens. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 6-8 p.m. Great Reads For Girls: Wonderful books to read and discuss. Girls 8-12 with caring adult. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 7-8 p.m.; Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 7-8 p.m.; Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 7-8 p.m.; Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 7-8 p.m.; West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 7-8 p.m. Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Drop off your stuffed animal, doll or other toy at the library for a fun sleepover just for them. Come back the next morning to pick up your furry friend and see proof of all the fun they had. There will also be a special night-time storytime. Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West, 7-8 p.m. WorlDance Gardens Of Love: Presents music of Turkey featuring Latif Bolat, master musician, with vibrant dances by SLC Ballet, Character Dance Ensemble,

BYU International Folk Ensemble, Indonesian dancers and more. Tickets $10/GA, $5/students and seniors at www. kingsburyhall.utah.edu. Kingsbury Hall, 1395 E. Presidents Cir., 7 p.m. Peter Pan: A Cottonwood High School musical. Part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $8/advance, $9/door. Cottonwood High School, 5715 South 1300 E., 7 p.m.

16 Friday Scientist In The Spotlight: What is it really like to be a scientist? Meet local researchers and explore current science through hands-on activities and demonstration. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way, 2-4 p.m. Mad Science: Join Librarian Susan for Mad Science. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 3:30-5 p.m. No Girls Allowed: Snakes, snails and underwear tales. Worms, squirms and other fun stuff just for boys ages 7-11. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 4-5 p.m. No Girls Allowed: An hour of non-stop, gut-wrenching laughter and fun for boys ages 7-12. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 4-5 p.m. Teen Gaming Fridays: Teens enjoy crafts, gaming including trying the system’s Kinect and more. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 4-5 p.m. Peter Pan: A Cottonwood High School musical. Part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $8/advance, $9/door. Cottonwood High School, 5715 South 1300 E., 7 p.m. Bells On Temple Square: Free performance in the Tabernacle. Temple Square, 50 W. North Temple, 7:30 p.m.

17 Saturday Scout Saturdays: Help fill requirements for scouting badges. 9 a.m. is native and invasive plants and animals, 10 a.m. is conservation, and 11 a.m. is venomous reptiles. $5/scout. 801-621-7595 for more info and to register groups of 5 or more. Class minimum of 5 required to hold class. Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., 9 a.m. Special Needs Sensory Storytime: A unique storytime for children with special needs. These storytimes will be geared to autistic children but any child of any age is welcome. The attendance of a participating adult is required. Kearns Library, 5350

S. 4220 West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Also at Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Read To The Dogs: Read to a gentle and well-trained intermountain therapy animals R.E.A.D. dog. Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Rd., 10:30-11:30 a.m. Zoo Mania: Learn about amazing animals from around the world. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 11 a.m.-noon. Wild Wonders: See and learn about a variety of wild and exotic animals who have been rescued and are now ambassadors for the wonderful world of the animal kingdom. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 11 a.m.-noon. Top Speed Derby: Race Hot Wheels cars down the 26 foot long, 4-lane racetrack equipped with an electronic eye to determine winner standings. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 11 a.m.-noon. Third Saturdays: Free activities for families. Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Dr., 1 p.m. Read With A Cat: The City Library and R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) offer children the opportunity to practice reading with a fuzzy friend in a positive, non-threatening environment. Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West, 1-3 p.m. Utah’s Animals: Get up close and personal with Utah’s animals. An introduction to Utah’s animals is also a perfect introduction to the biological and ecological concepts they represent. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way, 2-3 p.m. Paul Draper, Mysteries Of The Mind: A special, interactive afternoon performance of mind reading and magic. In this show, the audience become stars. Suggested for ages 8-13. Tickets $25 at www. egyptiantheatrecompany.org. Egyptian Theatre, 328 Main St., 2 p.m. Movie Matinee: Enjoy a family friendly movie. Watch Pocahontas. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 2:15-4:15 p.m. Babysitter Boot Camp: Learn the basics of babysitting as well as basic CPR and first aid, fun games and activities and easy snacks to make while babysitting. Registration is required. Ages 10-14. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 3:30-5 p.m. Anderson-Foothill Chess Club: Do

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No-Bored-Kids you want to learn how to play chess? Do you already play and wish you had more people to play with? All ages. AndersonFoothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, 4-5 p.m. Peter Pan: A Cottonwood High School musical. Part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $8/advance, $9/door. Cottonwood High School, 5715 South 1300 E., 7 p.m.

18 Sunday Utah Film Center Movie Screenings: The world of film comes to local audiences through free community screenings with the best documentary, independent and dramatic cinema year-round. Watch Kid Flix Mix, a kaleidoscopic showcase of the best short films and animation from around the world. Recommended for ages 3-6. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., 3 p.m. Peter Pan: A Cottonwood High School musical. Part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $8/advance, $9/door. Cottonwood High School, 5715 South 1300 E., 7 p.m.

19 Monday Preschool Discovery Days: Preschool programs are designed for kids ages 3-5. $5/child-adult pair, $4/members. Registration required by calling 801-6217595. Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Drop-In Craft: Make a footprint turkey to celebrate the season. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 10 a.m.-noon. Little Naturalists: Learn about and explore the natural world with a naturethemed book, activity and craft. Ages 3-5. Reservations appreciated 435-252-3576 or sally.upton@usu.edu. $2/family. Swaner EcoCenter, 1258 Center Dr., 10-11 a.m.

has a long, lovely tail that the fox is jealous of, so he decides to trick Mr. Bear out of his tail. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 7-7:30 p.m. Fun Flicks: It’s movie night. Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Rd., 7-8:30 p.m. Scales And Tails: Meet different exotic animals from around the world. Ask questions and learn animal facts in an entertaining and interactive way. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., 7-8 p.m. Family Art Night: A free, fun and educational evening for family members of all ages to experience art. Tour the gallery, talk to artists about current exhibits and do a hands-on art activity you can take home. Light refreshments will be served. Bountiful Davis Arts Center, 745 S. Main St., 7-8:30 p.m. Magic Of Jim Williams: Magician Jim Williams and his magical bunny, Harry Hare, will astound you with their amazing magic. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 7-8 p.m.

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21 Wednesday Graffiti Art For Teens: Meet a graffiti artist and learn how to improve your own graffiti art. Ages 12-17. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 3-4 p.m.

22 Thursday

Peter Pan: A Cottonwood High School musical. Part of the Murray Community Art Pass. Tickets $8/advance, $9/door. Cottonwood High School, 5715 South 1300 E., 7 p.m.

20 Tuesday

Stone Soup: Puppet show. A weary traveler asks for food, but is turned away. He decides to make soup out of a stone, and the people look on amazed as he prepares the huge pot. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 10:30-11 a.m.

Family Night Storytime: Enjoy stories, games, songs, crafts and other related activities. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 6-7 p.m.

Utah Film Center Movie Screenings: The world of film comes to local audiences through free community screenings with the best documentary, independent and dramatic cinema year-round. Watch Unfinished Spaces, which reflects the arc of the Cuban experience over the past 60 years and tracks the struggle and passion of three revolutionary artists. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 7 p.m.

CrossStrung: Winners of the National Family Talent Search. Hot twin fiddlin’, modern folk, celtic and bluegrass music the whole family will love. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 7-8:30 p.m.

Kearns Anime Club: Learn, watch, discuss and enjoy anime and manga. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 3-4:30 p.m.

Family Movie Night: Free. Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 6-8 p.m.

Teen Book Club: Book discussion, treats and games. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 7-8 p.m.

American Girl Club: Join in discussing all things American Girl. Bring a friend, your doll and have fun. Barnes and Noble West Jordan, 7157 Plaza Center Dr., 7 p.m.

Preschool Discovery Days: Preschool programs are designed for kids ages 3-5. $5/child-adult pair, $4/members. Registration required by calling 801-6217595. Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

No Girls Allowed: Snakes, snails and underwear tales. Worms, squirms and other fun stuff just for boys ages 7-11. Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East, 6-7 p.m.

Great Reads For Girls: Wonderful books to read and discuss. Girls 8-12 with caring adult. Columbus Library, 2530 S. 500 East, 7-8 p.m. Also at South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., 7-8 p.m.

Monday Nights At The Library: Bring the whole family for shows, movies, crafts and more. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 7-8 p.m.

Reading Rocks: Book club for boys and girls grades 4-6. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 4-5 p.m.

West, 6-8 p.m.

Wii Gaming: Play Wii Sports and other Wii games at the library. Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Reading Rocks: Book club for boys and girls grades 4-6. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 4-5 p.m. No Girls Allowed: Snakes, snails and underwear tales. Worms, squirms and other fun stuff just for boys ages 7-11. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 4:30-5:30 p.m. Teen Gaming Night: All teens are invited for a fun night of gaming. Treats provided. Ages 11-18. Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950

Feast With Beasts: Watch zookeepers give food-based enrichment to various animals, from turkey shaped pinatas to pumpkins for the animals to stomp, roll, drop and chomp. Hogle Zoo, 2600 E. Sunnyside Ave., 9 a.m.-noon. 24 Saturday Teen Advisory Board Meeting: Join the teen advisory board and help to plan programs for teens, write for the teen newsletter, meet new friends, and get volunteer hours. Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 2-3 p.m. Bug Brigade: Millipedes, cockroaches and tarantulas might seem creepy, but spend some time with these creatures and you’ll see just how incredible they are. Learn all about bugs’ anatomy, behavior and impact on the environment. All ages. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way, 2 p.m.

26 Monday Free Admission At The Aquarium: Sponsored by ZAP. Living Planet Aquarium, 725 E. 10600 South, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. From Page To Stage Readers Theater: A Mon., Wed., Fri. workshop and performance opportunity for young readers 3rd-6th grades. You must attend all three sessions, then perform on Fri. Registration required. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 3-4 p.m. Teen Movie Matinee: Teens watch their favorite movies on the library big screen. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 3:305:30 p.m.

Family Movie Night: Free. Watch Newsies rated PG. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 6-8 p.m. Family Movie Night: Free. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 6-8 p.m. Family Craft Night: Crafty fun for families. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 7-8 p.m. Click, Clack, Moo, Cows That Type: A Salt Lake Acting Company production. A play just for kids. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 7-8 p.m.

27 Tuesday Little Bear’s Tail: Puppet show. The bear has a long, lovely tail that the fox is jealous of, so he decides to trick Mr. Bear out of his tail. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Drop-In Storytime: Stories, songs and fun. Open to all children. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Teen Movie Matinee: Teens watch their favorite movies on the library big screen. Watch The Amazing Spiderman. Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 3-5 p.m. After School Club: Fun activities and crafts for ages 6-11. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 3:30-4:30 p.m. Great Reads For Girls: This mother/ daughter (or other caring adult) book club is for girls ages 7-9. Enjoy lively discussions, activities, friendship and fun. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Great Reads For Girls: Wonderful books to read and discuss. Girls 8-12 with caring adult. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 7-8 p.m. Also at West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 7-8 p.m. Renaissance Magic: Experience the magic of the renaissance with Erick the Red. Learn about the time period, revel in magical tricks and develop your own magic trick. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 7-8 p.m. Bilingual Family Night: Songs and stories for the whole family in English and in Spanish. Canciones y cuentos para toda la familia, en Ingles y Espanol. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 7-8 p.m. Night-Time Storytime: Ages 2-5. Registration required. Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 7-7:45 p.m.

28 Wednesday Cuddle Time: Songs, nursery rhymes and fun times in a storytime for babies up to 2 1/2 years with an adult. Learn ways to help your child be ready to read when the time comes. 15-minute storytime followed by 15-minute playtime. Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Rd., 10:15-10:45 a.m. Little Bear’s Tail: Puppet show. The bear has a long, lovely tail that the fox is jealous of, so he decides to trick Mr. Bear out of

his tail. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Drop-In Storytime: Stories, songs and fun. Open to all children. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Storytime Station: Stories, songs and activities for children ages 2-5 with an adult. Free tickets available 15 minutes before starting times. Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Rd., 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. From Page To Stage Readers Theater: A Mon., Wed., Fri. workshop and performance opportunity for young readers 3rd-6th grades. You must attend all three sessions, then perform on Fri. Registration required. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 3-4 p.m. No Girls Allowed: An hour of non-stop, gut-wrenching laughter and fun for boys ages 7-12. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 4-5 p.m. Hunter Anime Club: Join in fun anime/ manga related crafts, contests and howto ideas. Hunter Library, 4740 W. 4100 South, 4-5 p.m. Speed Stacking: Learn about the sport of speed stacking. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 4-5 p.m.

Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 4-6 p.m.

Fort Union Blvd., 10:30-11 a.m.

Beehive Book Club: Come for a short storytime each month with Utah’s Beehive Book nominees and vote for your favorites. Those who attend five club storytimes are eligible for the end-of-year party in May. Holladay Library, 2150 Murray Holladay Rd., 4-4:30 p.m.

Book Baby: Storytime for the youngest crowd. Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West, 11 a.m. Also at Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North, 11 a.m.

Tales With Therapy Animals Of Utah: Students grades K-6 read one-on-one with a trained pet partner team. Free tickets available at the help desk. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 4-5 p.m. St. Martin’s Lantern Parade: Enjoy the parade and Christmas tree lighting and celebrate the community-wide coat drive for children in need. Children may bring their own lanterns or purchase at the market and then walk in the parade. Regular admission applies. This is the Place Heritage Park, 2601 E. Sunnyside Ave., 6 p.m. Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: Presented by Entheos Academy. Tickets $6 plus $1.50 arttix fee at www.arttix.org or 801-355-ARTS. Rose Wagner Center, 138 W. 300 South, 7 p.m.

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Music In Motion: Have fun with nursery rhymes. Ages 18 months-3 years. Discovery Gateway, 444 W. 100 South, 11 a.m. and noon. RAMPed Up Art: A drop-in art workshop. Except Sun. and Mon. Treehouse Children’s Museum, 347 22nd St., 3-5 p.m. Baby & Me: This storytime is for infants up to 18 months of age, with one caring adult per child. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., 3:30-4 p.m. Community Food Co-op Of Utah: The Co-op provides a unique opportunity to place an order for your fresh produce directly from our local food producers. Place one standard bi-monthly order, or as much as you like, as often as you like. No long lines, no grocery store hassle. The package is ready to be picked up at the location you choose, and you usually check out within minutes. Runs year round. Community Food Co-op of Utah, 1726 S. 700 West, 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Anything Can Happen! The Nutcracker: Enter the world of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, and adventure with Clara through the fairytale story. Taylorsville Library, 4870 S. 2700 West, 3-4 p.m.

Museum Mondays: Creative dinosaurrelated activities perfect for a night out with the family. $10/adults, $8/children (3-12). Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, 5-7 p.m.

Great Reads For Girls: Wonderful books to read and discuss. Girls 8-12 with caring adult. Draper Library, 1136 E. Pioneer Rd., 7-8 p.m.; Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 7-8 p.m.; Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 7-8:30 p.m.

From Page To Stage Readers Theater: A Mon., Wed., Fri. workshop and performance opportunity for young readers 3rd-6th grades. You must attend all three sessions, then perform on Fri. Registration required. Millcreek Library, 2250 Evergreen Ave., 3-5 p.m.

Family Night On The Farm: Visit the animals, enjoy farm activities, and take home a craft. $5/person, members free. Thanksgiving Point, 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, 5-7 p.m.

Moonlight Magic: Learn about moon phases and lore and the adaptations some animals have which allow them to navigate in the dark. There will be a short hike following the program to listen for night sounds. Held outdoors so dress for the weather. RSVP by 4 p.m., Nov. 28 to 801-621-7595. Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., 7:30 p.m.

29 Thursday Toddler Time: Picture books, songs, fingerplays and more. Ages 0-3. Sandy Library, 10100 Petunia Way, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Playtime Fun: Bring your kids to play with toys, games and do a coloring activity while you sit back and take it easy. Ages 2-6. Riverton Library, 12877 S. 1830 West, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Gamer’s Club: Teens can play Yu.Gi. Oh. or Magic: the Gathering with other Gamers. Each month is a different theme. Prizes for tournament winners. Kearns Library, 5350 S. 4220 West, 3-5 p.m. Kids’ Afternoon At The Movies: Kids can enjoy a movie on the big screen. Treats will be provided. Feel free to bring a pillow and a blanket. Watch Brave. Sandy

Hobbit Party: Celebrate the upcoming release of The Hobbit with games, prizes, activities, crafts and more. Teens. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 4-5:30 p.m. Light The Night: South Jordan City will begin their holiday celebration by lighting the Christmas tree on the skating rink adjacent to the library. The library will be open until 9 p.m. for this event. South Jordan Library, 10673 S. Redwood Rd., 6-9 p.m. Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: Presented by Entheos Academy. Tickets $6 plus $1.50 arttix fee at www.arttix.org or 801-355-ARTS. Rose Wagner Center, 138 W. 300 South, 7 p.m.

Ongoing

Preschool Storytime: Stories and merriment for preschoolers. AndersonFoothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, 11 a.m. A Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North, 11 a.m. Pottery Barn Book Club: Weekly storytime for all ages. Members receive an official Book Club Card and will receive a special gift after attending five storytimes. Pottery Barn Kids, 602 E. 500 South, 11-11:30 a.m. Time For Tots: Become a master storyteller and develop your children’s critical thinking skills during this Motheread/Fatheread half hour session. Motheread/Fatheread is a nationally recognized literacy program. Ages 18 months-3 years. Discovery Gateway, 444 W. 100 South, 11 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Phun With Physics: Energetic and interactive live physics demonstrations will reveal science at work to both kids and adults. Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way, 4-6 p.m.

Family Game Night: Enjoy an evening with your family and friends with board, card and party games. Great for all ages. Fongo Bongo Games, 1751 W. 12600 South, 6-9 p.m.

Preschool Storytime: Storytime fun for ages 3 1/2 to 5. Parents are always welcome at storytime, but most children will be ready to enjoy storytime on their own. Registration required. Except Nov. 27. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Storytime Fun: Stories, activities and crafts geared toward preschoolers, but all children are welcome. Calvin S. Smith Library, 810 E. 3300 South, 11 a.m. Tuesday Storytime: A fun storytime for children. Barnes and Noble Sugar House, 1104 E. 2100 South, 11 a.m. Baby And Me Storytime: Rhymes, books, music and fun. Newborn to 2 years. Except Nov. 6. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 11:15-11:45 a.m. Wiggle Worms: An interactive program of stories, songs and action rhymes for infants up to 2 1/2 years of age. No registration required. Except Nov. 6, 20 and 21. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Monday Night Family Night: See and touch some of the coolest reptiles on the planet. Watch an animal feeding at 7 p.m. $5/age 13 and up, $3/seniors 65+ and ages 3-12, free/2 and under. Scales & Tails, 3584 S. 1950 West #13, 6-9 p.m.

Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs and fun activities. Except Nov. 6. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 1:15-1:45 p.m.

Story Night: Storytime for the whole family. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 7 p.m.

Book Baby: Storytime for the youngest crowd. Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East, 10 a.m.; Sweet Library, 455 F St., 10 a.m.; SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 11 a.m.; Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, 4 p.m.

Tuesdays Be A Bookworm Storytime: Books, fingerplays, poetry, music and a fun craft. Preschoolers and a participating adult. No registration required. Except Nov. 20 and 27. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

Mondays

Book Baby: Storytime for the youngest crowd. Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, 10:15 a.m.

Gotta Move: An active program for young children combining music and movement with a story break. All ages welcome. Except Nov. 12. Whitmore Library, 2197 E.

Stop In For Stories: Fun stories and a craft for children 2-7. No registration required. Except Nov. 20-23. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 10:30-11 a.m.

Wednesdays

Preschool Storytime: Stories and merriment for preschoolers. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 10 a.m.; Sprague Library, 2131 S. 1100 East, 11 a.m. 4th Wed. Spanish-English.; Sweet Library, 455 F St., 11 a.m. Baby & Me: This storytime is for infants up to 18 months of age, with one caring adult per child. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., 10-10:30 a.m. Drop-In Storytime: Stories, songs and fun for children ages 2-5. Except Nov. 21 and 28. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. NOVEMBER 2012 UTAHFAMILY.COM 45

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beginners to masters. Magna Library, 2675 S. 8950 West, 4-8:30 p.m.

Alphabetters Drop-In Storytime: Designed for preschoolers and pre-readers ages 4-5. Features stories, songs, rhymes, a simple craft or activity and lots of fun. Children must be accompanied by a caring adult willing to participate. Except Nov. 21, 22, 28 and 29. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday Crafts: For kids of all ages and their families. Day-Riverside Library, 1575 W. 1000 North, 4 p.m. Also at SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 4 p.m.

Toddler Time Drop-In: Stories, songs, rhymes and lots of fun for children ages 1-3. Child must be accompanied by a caring adult willing to participate. Except Nov. 21, 22, 28 and 29. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Stop In For Stories: Fun stories and a craft for children 2-7. No registration required. Except Nov. 20-23. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 10:30-11 a.m. Drop-In Preschool StoryTime: Stories, music, activities and crafts. Ages 3-5. Except Nov. 21. Ruth Vine Tyler Library, 8041 S. Wood St., 10:30-11 a.m. Storytime For Everyone: Stories, songs and fun for all ages. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 10:30-11 a.m. Preschool Power Play: Engage your child’s imagination with the power of play. Enjoy an open play session with other children, fun toys and activities. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 10:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Creative Kids: Children will explore their inner artist through creative work with a variety of materials, including paint, clay, and glue. Ages 2-5. Discovery Gateway, 444 W. 100 South, 11 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Book And Bird: In the visitors center education space hear a special story and come nose-to-beak meeting a feathered friend from the book. Tracy Aviary, 589 E. 1300 South, 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories, songs and fun activities. West Valley Library, 2880 W. 3650 South, 11:15-11:45 a.m. Wiggle Worms: An interactive program of stories, songs and action rhymes for infants up to 2 1/2 years of age. No registration required. Except Nov. 6, 20 and 21. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 11:15-11:45 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Storytime fun for ages 3 1/2 to 5. Parents are always welcome at storytime, but most children will be ready to enjoy storytime on their own. Registration required. Except Nov. 28. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 1:30-2:30 p.m. Wild Wednesdays: Every Wednesday, learn about a different animal. Ogden Nature Center, 966 W. 12th St., 3:45 p.m. Magna Chess Club: For children, teens and adults. Children under 12 need to be with a responsible adult. No registration necessary. Everyone welcome from 46 UTAHFAMILY.COM NOVEMBER 2012

Camp Read: A storytime for kindergartners and first graders. Come for an hour of early reading fun with puppet shows, act-out stories, create your own books and enjoy art and music. Registration required. Except Nov. 28. Whitmore Library, 2197 E. Fort Union Blvd., 4-5 p.m.

Thursdays Preschool Storytime: For children ages 3-6 years with a caregiver. Except Nov. 22. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., 10-10:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories and merriment for preschoolers. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 10 a.m. Wee Ones Rhyme Time: A story, songs, fingerplays and playtime. Up to age 2. Except Nov. 22 and 29. Bingham Creek Library, 4834 W. 9000 South, 10:15-10:45 a.m. Book Baby: Storytime for the youngest crowd. Anderson-Foothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, 10:15 a.m. Alphabetters Drop-In Storytime: Designed for preschoolers and pre-readers ages 4-5. Features stories, songs, rhymes, a simple craft or activity and lots of fun. Children must be accompanied by a caring adult willing to participate. Except Nov. 21, 22, 28 and 29. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Toddler Time Drop-In: Stories, songs, rhymes and lots of fun for children ages 1-3. Child must be accompanied by a caring adult willing to participate. Except Nov. 21, 22, 28 and 29. Herriman Library, 5380 W. Herriman Main St., 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Stop In For Stories: Fun stories and a craft for children 2-7. No registration required. Except Nov. 20-23. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 10:30-11 a.m. Toddler Time: Stories, songs and activities for ages 2-4. Adult must accompany children. Except Nov. 22 and 29. West Jordan Library, 1825 W. 8030 South, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Toddler Time: For children ages 18 months to 3 years with a caregiver. Except Nov. 22. Park City Library, 1255 Park Ave., 11-11:30 a.m. Book Baby: Storytime for the youngest crowd. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories and merriment for preschoolers. AndersonFoothill Library, 1135 S. 2100 East, 11 a.m. Little Scientist: Children are encouraged to ask questions about nature and to seek answers through collecting

things, counting and measuring, making observations, and experimenting. Ages 2-5. Discovery Gateway, 444 W. 100 South, 11 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Community Food Co-op Of Utah: The Co-op provides a unique opportunity to place an order for your fresh produce directly from our local food producers. Place one standard bi-monthly order, or as much as you like, as often as you like. No long lines, no grocery store hassle. The package is ready to be picked up at the location you choose, and you usually check out within minutes. Runs year round. Community Food Co-op of Utah, 1726 S. 700 West, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Family Bilingual Storytime/Hora Del Cuento Bilingue: Stories, songs and games in Spanish and English. Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West, 7 p.m. Jammy Time: Evening drop-in story time for kids ages 2-7 and their families. No registration required. Except Nov. 22. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 7-7:30 p.m.

Fridays Stop In For Stories: Fun stories and a craft for children 2-7. No registration required. Except Nov. 20-23. Murray Library, 166 E. 5300 South, 10:30-11 a.m. Preschool Storytime: Stories and merriment for preschoolers. Chapman Library, 577 S. 900 West, 11 a.m. Amazing Me: Children will participate in a variety of health, safety and self-esteem building activities. Ages 3-7. Discovery Gateway, 444 W. 100 South, 11 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Friday Afternoon Movies: Enjoy a different children’s film each Friday. SLC Main Library, 210 E. 400 South, 3 p.m. Studio 444: Little ones, older children and parents create masterpieces of art together using a wide variety of media in this half-hour workshop. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Discovery Gateway, 444 W. 100 South, 4 p.m. Alphabet Soup: This popular program focuses on a different letter of the alphabet each week with a recipe for family literacy that includes stories and songs, theater, art, science, history, vocabulary development, and more. $3/child and $1/ adult after 6 p.m. Treehouse Children’s Museum, 347 22nd St., 6-8 p.m.

Saturdays Saturday Storytime: Fun weekly stories and activities. Barnes and Noble West Jordan, 7157 Plaza Center Dr., 11 a.m. Also at Barnes and Noble Sugar House, 1104 E. 2100 South, 11 a.m. Except Nov. 24. Free Crafts For Kids: Children can make fun and free crafts. Every week a different theme. Visit Lakeshorelearning.com for additional info. Lakeshore Learning, 5480 S. 900 East, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Studio 444: Little ones, older children

and parents create masterpieces of art together using a wide variety of media in this half-hour workshop. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Discovery Gateway, 444 W. 100 South, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. CSI Workshop: Become a CSI discovery agent. In this half-hour workshop, agents uncover the mysteries of the world by finding evidence, conducting experiments, and drawing conclusions. Discovery Gateway, 444 W. 100 South, noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Children’s Book Readings: JouJou staff members will read a selected children’s book. JouJou, 555 S. Main St., noon. Highlights Of The Collection: The tour of the best of the museum lasts about 30 minutes. Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Dr., 1:30 p.m. Community Food Co-op Of Utah: The Co-op provides a unique opportunity to place an order for your fresh produce directly from our local food producers. Place one standard bi-monthly order, or as much as you like, as often as you like. No long lines, no grocery store hassle. The package is ready to be picked up at the location you choose, and you usually check out within minutes. Runs year round. Community Food Co-op of Utah, 1726 S. 700 West, 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Sundays Highlights Of The Collection: The tour of the best of the museum lasts about 30 minutes. Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Dr., 1:30 p.m.

Other Ongoing Step On Stage: An exciting drop-in theater workshop featuring hands-on interactive experiences in the performing arts. Included in regular admission price. Tues.-Fri., 4 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Treehouse Children’s Museum, 347 22nd St. Keeper Talks: Get to know more about the feathered friends and friendly keepers. Questions are welcome. Visit www. tracyaviary.org for schedule. Tracy Aviary, 589 E. 1300 South. Amazon Adventure: A delightful, intimate experience with some of the Amazon Basin’s most adventurous and engaging flyers. $3/person. Limited to 8 people per feeding. Encounter times run approximately 15 minutes. See www. tracyaviary.org for schedule. Tracy Aviary, 589 E. 1300 South. Ballet West’s The Nutcracker: Enjoy the classic story of a young girl who dreams of a Nutcracker prince and a fierce battle against a mouse king. Tickets and information at www.balletwest.org. Capitol Theater, 50 W. 200 South. Winter Wednesdays: Enjoy free admission to the Aviary every Wednesday. $1 per person still applies for conservation contribution on Winter Wednesdays. Tracy Aviary, 589 E. 1300 South.

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Discover the reason people call me Fabulous Fabiola. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TESTING AND ASSESSMENT

SEPS (Specialized Educational Programming Services) Learning Center provides cognitive and academic testing. Includes personal conference, written report with recommendations and referrals if needed. Please call 801-467-2122 for an assessment.

MEDIATION SERVICES

Utah Parent Services

TUTORING MATH, READING, WRITING

MUSIC & MOVEMENT

SEPS Learning Center offers private tutoring. Basic & advanced skills, all subject areas, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Individual attention. Call 801-467-2122 for more info. or to make an appointment.

EDUCATION SEPS LEARNING CENTER

offers day school for ages preschool, kindergarten-12th. Serving children with learning disabilities, ADD. Self-discovery, academics, arts, one-on-one attn., individual prog. M-TH 9-3 (can vary) 801-467-2122.

Preserving Relationships Between Parents and Children We provide a muti-disciplinary approach to problem solving in ‘high-conflict’ divorce and child custody cases.

• Mediation • Parent Services • Psychological Services

801-566-1884

www.utahparentservices.com 140 West 9000 South, Suite 9 in Sandy

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Growing Kids... Help Protect Utah’s Most Growing Family... Precious Resource, Our Children Outgrown Your Space? ♥ Car Seat Education Program ♥ Report Unbuckled Children Overseeing the buy/sale adventure start toInspections finish. ♥ from Free Car Seat

Fabiola P. Busch

REALTOR ® 800.887.KIDS

2011 Staff Favorite Early Childhood Party Destination

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Discover the reason people www.utahsafetycouncil.org call me Fabulous Fabiola.

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