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| editor’s note at The Children's Schoolhouse

Wilmington's Oldest Montessori School 28 Years of Academic Excellence

inally spring has arrived!! For those of you with a green thumb, I’m sure you’ve started seeing some progress in those beautiful gardens. For the rest of us who need a little help, try getting involved in some Community Supported Agriculture! Instead of growing those delicious veggies yourself, have the NC professionals handle it for you. Look into one of the many local farmers that offer delivery of fresh fruits and veggies. You can find a listing and more information on pg. 22. Once you get that box of fresh produce, why not try making up a batch of something fun to share! On pg. 13 read about the Port City Swappers and find out how you can have a good time with the family, practice your bartering skills, and score some cool stuff all in one afternoon! Don’t miss our special Art Guide this month with listings, and articles that will help spark your creativity! Do you have a child that is full of creative ideas, but has a hard time focusing on the more concrete thoughts? Then check out the article, “Doodling with a Purpose”, on pg. 28. Author Kim Tso explains how kids can learn to take notes and study by “sketchnoting”. These types of notes take doodling to whole new level and make studying a little more interesting! Thank you to everyone who came out to the 10th Annual Summer Camp Fair at Independence Mall. It was a great crowd and lots of fun! If you need any information on a camp you saw at the fair, or if you were unable to attend, visit www. wilmingtonparent.com and click on Summer Camp Guide for a list of area camps. Also, beginning on pg. 29 is an additional Summer Camp Section with more listings and information.

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North Carolina Azalea Festival Children’s Art Contest Gallery The Thalian Association, managers of the HBHUSO/CAC, is proud to exhibit the Top 16 entries from the elementary and middle school divisions of the 4th annual North Carolina Azalea Festival Children’s Art Contest. Please join Mayor Bill Saffo and several Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Belles for the Art Contest Exhibit ribbon cutting on Friday, April 5, 2013 at 4:30pm. Take this opportunity to meet our student artists and enjoy some light refreshments. The event is free and the public is invited to attend. The NC Azalea Festival Children’s Art Contest is open to all public, private, and home-schooled elementary and middle school students from New Hanover and surrounding counties. Local artists judged the contest and selected winners from 286 entries in the largest contest to date. The 2013 NC Azalea Festival Children’s Art Contest elementary school winner is Margaret Dill, a 5th grader from Cape Fear Academy. The middle school winner is Maddie Porter, a 7th grader, also from Cape Fear Academy. Artwork from the Top 16 entrants in each division may be viewed in the HBHUSO/CAC Community Gallery hanging with the current Wilmington Art Association exhibit. For more information, go to www.thalian.org.

Wilmington Earth Day Celebration The Earth Day Alliance, founders and organizers for the Wilmington Earth Day annual celebration, are thrilled to announce the 2013 theme: “The World Is Your Oyster, Don’t Shuck It Up”. If we all agree to accept responsibility for our planet, then we can better protect the world we live in. Who: Everyone is invited... families, friends, residents, visitors, individuals & organizations. Sorry, no dogs allowed What: Wilmington’s 2013 Earth Day Celebration food, kids’ zone, live music Where: Hugh MacRae Park Wilmington, NC When: Saturday, April 20, 2013. Time: 12pm – 6pm Why: Fun, FREE entertainment, interesting information & products that relate to our planet Cost: FREE to attend http://www.wilmingtonearthday.com

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Help Teens Drive Safe – Reframe the Message

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With the recent increase in teen driving accidents and deaths, we should all be working to discourage teens from exhibiting specific high-risk driving behaviors. Avoid scare tactics. Encourage teens to be safe drivers for life. Here are ideas to help reframe the message.

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survey last summer by the American Institute of CPAs found that American children earn an average of $15 a week in allowance. (I use the term “earn” loosely, particularly if the average child today completes his or her chores in the same manner my sisters and I did. We’d goof off for three hours after school until 90 seconds before Mom was due home, at which time we’d “dust the furniture” and “clean the bathroom” at warp speed using mostly our shirtsleeves.) Though children generally receive a larger allowance the older they get, the average across all ages was $780 a year. That number seems pretty hefty to me, but the really unsettling nugget was that while 61 percent of parents pay an allowance, only 1 percent said their child saves any of it. That’s not good. If you’re a parent who’d like to use your child’s allowance as a tool for teaching money management skills, but don’t know how or where to start, you’re in luck. This being the digital age, there are a ton of websites and apps to help you in that quest. Here are four of the best.

ThreeJars: (Free website with mobile access via email) This allowance tracker gives parents and kids more of a visual, tangible way to handle allowances and what they’re being used for. ThreeJars is geared toward kids ages 5 to 13 and uses an IOU system to handle the flow of money between parent and child. Kids keep track of the chores they’ve done and can see their overall budget and spending habits in a way that gives them a real-time education in money management. The site gives parents a way to divvy up the allowance into three “jars,” one for the kids to spend, one for them to save, and one for them to share via charitable giving.

Bank of Mom: ($1.99; iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch) This allowance tracker has the added ability to bank activities like hanging out at a friend’s house or time for TV or video games. If you reward your child with extra fun with friends for folding all the laundry, for example, you can tag the laundry in her account and let her “withdraw” it when she wants to head to the mall with her pals.

FamZoo: (Website subscriptions range from $2.50/month to $5.99/month after free two-month trial) FamZoo is more than an allowance tracker, it’s a money management system for the whole family. Created by a couple of dads who were looking for a way to keep track of their kids’ allowances, FamZoo allows parents to set up virtual bank accounts for each child – even broken down further if your family adheres to the “spend, save, share” model of modernday allowances – and lets them “pay” allowances automatically. Everyone can track how much they’ve got, what they’re spending it on and how much interest they’re growing in their savings accounts. The accounts are just for keeping track of things and are not tied to a parent’s actual bank account. But it gives kids a way to see how much they have and how close they are to the goals they’ve set for themselves on the site. My Job Chart: (Free website, with free apps for Apple iPhones, iPads and Android phones and tablets) My Job Chart works on a points system, allowing children to earn points for chores done and then allocate those points toward their spending, saving and sharing goals. Parents can choose from a big list of chores or make up their own, and the kids log into their accounts to see their daily chores and check them off as they go. The site links directly to Amazon. com, where kids can find things they’d like to spend their money on and add them to wish lists that automatically keep track of how many points they’ve earned toward the purchase. Once they have enough points, an alert is sent to Mom or Dad, who can then purchase the item and have it shipped directly to the house. If this seems very consumer-driven, the site also links to several charities (again you can add others), and points are earned toward donating to those as well. v Robyn Passante is a freelance journalist and mother of two who keeps her house as clean as her shirts these days. She can be reached at rspassante@gmail.com.

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It’s the littlest ones that soar the highest.

Kids are born to fly at any age. At Busch Gardens, we have more than 50 KIDsiderate attractions designed to entertain children ages nine and younger. Enjoy Land of the Dragons® and make Grover’s Alpine Express their first real roller coaster at Sesame Street® Forest of Fun™. Look for the KIDsiderate logo to find these exciting attractions and rides on your next visit.

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| growing up online

| By Carolyn Jabs

Apps that Take the Drudgery out of Dinner

veryone agrees. Sitting down to a relaxed meal with family members is nourishing in every possible way. Of course, behind that image of serenity, there’s often a frantic parent scrambling to plan, provision and prepare the food. Now an avalanche of apps promises to simplify these tasks. Most of the sites below offer recipes, menu planning and even instant grocery lists. Zeroing in on the one that will work for your family is almost as challenging as finding a recipe everyone likes, so the following list is organized around your most urgent needs. Would you like to have someone else magically plan your meals? Are you looking for inspiring new recipes? Are you cooking to satisfy special needs? Many of the websites and apps are free, and even the subscription plans tend to offer free samples. Before making a commitment to any particular program, check out a meal or two to be sure they are a good match with your family’s tastes, lifestyle and budget.

Give Me a Plan! Get organized. Howdoesshedoit.com, a website designed by a husband/ wife team, is especially easy to use. Make a collection of recipes you like, taking their suggestions or importing your own ideas. Drag meals into the menu plan. Hit a button and get a grocery list. The website is free to those who sign up. An I-phone app called PlanShopEat costs $2.99. Keep it Simple. Thefresh20.com e-mails a weekly plan for five dinners that use only 20 fresh, in-season ingredients. Choose from Classic, Glutenfree, Lunch, or Vegetarian/Vegan plans. Cost is $5 per month, though Groupons are often available. Use What You Have. Supercook.com encourages you to look in your pantry and put ingredients—and leftovers—into a search engine. Then it generates a list of recipes that use what’s already in the house. Filter recipes to eliminate those that include nuts, gluten, meat, dairy, fish or shellfish. No time to cook. Thescramble.com is firmly grounded in the realities of family life. Subscribers get recipes for five dinners a week with an emphasis on seasonal produce. A helpful newsletter includes tips about problems ranging from picky eaters to tight food budgets. After a two-week free trial, subscriptions cost $7/month for three months or $3/month for three years. Need inspiration. Relishrelish.com sends subscribers fifteen tasty, upscale dinner recipes. You pick what looks appealing and create an instant grocery list. For $7 per month or $60 a year, you also get a mobile app that generates grocery lists, scales recipes and includes nutritional information. Shop the sales. Foodonthetable.com asks users to specify the foods they like to eat and the stores where they like to shop. Then the program creates a meal plan that takes advantages of specials at local supermarket.

Recipes Galore Master list. Ziplist.com doesn’t plan your menus, but it does provide one-stop access to thousands of recipes from other websites. Once you’ve made your meal plan, one click adds the ingredients to your shopping list. Free app for I-Phone and Android Love to Cook. BigOven.com draws its 170,000 recipes from the social network of the same name. Joining the community is free and allows you to build a ‘Try It Soon’ list and comment on recipes. For $20 annually or $2 a month, you get access to an ad-free version with a grocery-list generator, nutrition information and the “Leftover Wizard.” A free app for virtually every interactive device means recipes can be saved and synched wherever you are. Filebox on a Phone. PepperPlate.com helps you create your own collection of recipes by uploading favorites from a wide range of websites and tagging them with your own search terms. A planner encourages you to schedule three meals a day for an entire month. The grocery list can be organized to follow your path around your favorite market. Free for I-Phone, I-Pad, Android.

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Down Home Cooking. AlltheCooks.com is a social bulletin board where passionate cooks post their favorite recipes ala Pinterest. Their app connects you to the forums on the website so if you have a question about a recipe or a preparation technique, you can post it and get friendly advice—usually within minutes. Free on Android and I-Phone. Professional Advice. Myrecipes.com features tested recipes from popular cookbooks and magazines. Use the My Pantry feature to identify recipes built around ingredients you have on hand. Sign up to receive weekly or daily menu ideas as well as special features that let you save, organize and review recipes, create shopping lists and get alerts about deals at the local supermarket. Surprise Me! Dinnerspinner is an addictive game-like app from Allrecipes.com. You fill in different variables--what you have in the fridge, how long you have before dinner—and then shake your phone to find recipes recommended by other home cooks. Free for I-Phone and Android. Dinnerspinner Pro ($2.99) lets you share recipes and generate grocery lists. Step by Step. Cookingplanit.com is ideal for parents who need a cooking refresher course. Each recipe is broken down into simple steps and coordinated with other things you’re making so everything gets to the table hot and delicious. In addition to recipes, the site suggests well-balanced meals and creates shopping lists based on your choices. Website and basic app free. Premium app $2.99 for I-phone and $4.99 for I-pad.

Special Circumstances Special Needs. eMeals.com sends menu plans and shopping lists built around dietary preferences ranging from gluten-free and clean eating to low-carb and paleo. Plans start at $58 for a year of dinners. You can pay extra for lunch and breakfast menus. More veggies! Superhealthykids.com is run by two moms with an infectious enthusiasm for getting more fruits and vegetables into their kids. In addition to menus, recipes and shopping lists, the subscription fee pays for nutrition information and bonus items like a list of best grocery prices and a food and veggie intake tracker. $10 a month or $100 per year. Less processed food. 100daysofrealfood.com encourages parents to “take the pledge” and feed their families more natural foods. Calculated for a family of four, the meal plans include breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner for under $170 a week. Grocery lists don’t include any food that has more than five ingredients on the label. Four free weeks when you like the site on Facebook. Mass Production. Onceamonthmom.com offers guidance to cooks who are willing to invest 8-12 hours to have meals for an entire month. For $72 a year or $8 a month, you get menus, instructions, grocery lists and even labels so you won’t lose track of what’s in the freezer. Grade your food. Fooducate.com rates foods based on ingredients, calories and allergens. An “alternatives” tab suggests better options when your first choice gets a low grade. Free apps for I-Phone and Android allow you to scan bar codes in the store. Translation, please. Chemical Cuisine, created by the Center for Science in the Public Interest, makes sense of unpronounceable ingredients. The app instantly tells you whether an ingredient is benign or should be avoided. Apple and Android app cost .99 cents. If there’s an app that peels vegetables, we couldn’t find it. Still, the apps listed here definitely make it easier to give healthy and delicious answers to the age-old question, “What’s for dinner?’ v Carolyn Jabs, M.A., raised three computer savvy kids including one with special needs. She has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years and is working on a book about constructive responses to conflict. Visit www.growing-up-online.com to read other columns

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Genetic Testing Can Be Proactive Approach To Breast and Ovarian Cancers Our genes give us our physical appearance, innate abilities, and even some aspects of our personality.

Unfortunately, they can also give us a much higher chance of developing certain types of cancer. Breast Cancer susceptibility gene 1 and

Breast Cancer susceptibility gene 2 are commonly known as BRCA1 and BRCA2, respectively. Name notwithstanding, mutations of these genes are linked to ovarian cancer, as well as breast cancer.

mutation has a 60% chance, or about five times the risk. Likewise, the risk for ovarian cancer is about 1.4% in the general population, but it jumps to 14-40% when there is a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation.

While a woman without either mutation has a 12% chance of developing breast cancer, a woman who is positive for BRCA1 or BRCA2

Knowing whether or not she carries one of these genetic mutations may help a woman and her healthcare provider(s) be proactive, rather than reactive, with her healthcare. Patients who test positive can be more closely monitored, which can lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment should cancer develop. This not only improves outcomes, it helps reduce medical costs.

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April offers a look at the life of Steve Jobs, a history lesson about two legendary baseball players, and Tom Cruise in an epic sci-fi movie. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s new in theaters this month. amazing likeness), reveals the major moments and defining characters that influenced Jobs from 1971 through 2001. Directed by Joshua Michael Stern, it’s both a sweeping epic and a personal portrait of the man behind the technology that changed our lives forever. Dermot Mulroney, Lukas Haas and James Woods also star.

Oblivion

Not yet rated; likely PG-13. In theaters April 12. Ok for kids 14+. www.oblivionmovie.com.

PG-13 for thematic elements, including language. In theaters April 12. Ok for kids 13+. 42movie.warnerbros.com. “42” tells the story of two men -- the great Jackie Robinson and legendary Brooklyn Dodgers General Manager Branch Rickey -- whose brave stand against prejudice forever changed the world by changing the game of baseball. In 1946, Rickey (Harrison Ford) put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Robinson (Chadwick Boseman) to the team, breaking Major League Baseball’s infamous color line. But the deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press and even other players. Facing racism from every side, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey’s hopes. A great history lesson that helped to change our world for the better.

Tom Cruise plays Jack Harper, one of the few remaining drone repairmen assigned to Earth, its surface devastated after decades of war with the alien Scavs. When Jack discovers a crashed spacecraft, its contents bring into question everything he believed about the war, and it might even put the fate of mankind in his hands. Directed by Joseph Kosinski, who also co-wrote the comic book on which this movie is based, it also stars Morgan Freeman, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Melissa Leo and Olga Kurylenko.

Mud

PG-13 for some violence, sexual references, language, thematic elements and smoking. In theaters April 26. Ok for kids 14+.

Jobs

PG-13 for some drug content and brief strong language. In theaters April 19. Ok for kids 14+. thejobsmovie.com.

Ever wonder about the humble beginnings of Steve Jobs and Apple computers? This movie, starring Ashton Kutcher as the title character (an

This adventure drama follows two boys, Ellis (Tye Sheridan) and his friend Neckbone (Jacob Lofland), who find a man named Mud (Matthew McConaughey) hiding out on an island in the Mississippi. Mud describes fantastic scenarios, including that he killed a man in Texas, and vengeful bounty hunters are coming to get him. He says he’s planning to meet and escape with the love of his life, Juniper (Reese Witherspoon), who’s waiting for him in town. Skeptical but intrigued, Ellis and Neckbone agree to help him. It isn’t long until Mud’s visions come true and their small town is besieged by a beautiful girl with a line of bounty hunters in tow.

Jane Boursaw is a syndicated family entertainment writer specializing in movies, TV and celebrities. Visit her at http://www.reellifewithjane.com or email jboursaw@charter.net.

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Bartering is Alive and Well in the Port City By Tracy Hill

New Horizons Elementary School

o you have a knack for cooking, baking, gardening or homebrewing? Yes?! Well, there is a fun (did I mention FREE) swap event that occurs in Wilmington on the last Sunday of each month. The Port City Swappers takes you back in time to the good old bartering days. The premise is, you bring your home-made goods and exchange them for someone elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. All items are home-made, homegrown, home-brewed or home-baked. I attended my very first swap with my entire family (husband and 4 year old daughter) this past January and we had a blast. The seasoned swappers welcomed us with open arms and showed us a table to display our goods on. After we had set up, we grabbed a piece of paper and labeled our goodies. (Note: If you were to bring a variety of items, you would want a separate paper for each item being offered.) Then, the swap was on!

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How does it work? For the first 30 minutes or so, everyone milled around checking out the other tables, sampling items like salsa, jams, nuts, breads, and beers. In doing so, you got an idea of what you wanted to trade your goods for. Once you found something you wanted, you simply wrote your name on their paper along with what you had to offer. The trades started to happen left and right. Beer for sprouts, candied nuts for a dry rub, carrot cake for salsa, and the list goes on. We were completely thrilled with the bounty we collected. For our trades, we brought fresh (made that day) baked goods of carrot cake mini loaves and double chocolate banana-zucchini mini loaves. We exchanged for honey, salsa, strawberry jam, Vidalia jam, skillet corn bread, garlic pasta, candied pecans and kombucha. Pretty amazing, right?

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1 Monday (April Fools Day) Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition Daily (through 04/20). NC Museum of Natural Science, Raleigh. Experience the wonder and tragedy of the ill-fated “ship of dreams” on a journey through history. $14/Adults. $11/Seniors. $9/Ages 3-12. Purchase tickets through www.tickets.naturalsciences.org. Cotton Exchange Tours Daily (Year Round). Cotton Exchange, Downtown. Tales of mystery of the Cotton Exchange ghosts. $10/Adults. $8/ Students & Seniors. Free/Under age 12. Visit www.TourOldWilmington.blogspot.com or call 409-4300 for information. Little Sprouts Story Time 10am Mondays. Children’s Museum. Preschoolers meet new people, hear wonderful stories, and enjoy an activity. Free with admission. Visit www.playwilmington.org or call 254-3534 to pre-register. Railroad Story Time 10:30am. Wilmington Railroad Museum. Hear stories and enjoy creative activities in the Children’s Hall. $4/Family. Free/Members. Call 763-2634 for more information. Family Story Time 10:30am. Carolina Beach Library. All ages welcomed. Call 798-6385 for details. Go Green Engineer Team 3:30pm Mondays. Children’s Museum. Hands-on challenges that focus on the engineering design process using simple materials. Ages 5-9. Visit www.playwilmington.org or call 254-3534 to pre-register.

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games and more. Ages 6 months – 5 years. Call 3133100 for reservations.

Leland’s Little Learners 9 – 10am Tuesdays. Town of Leland. Enjoy story time, arts & crafts, and playground time. Free. Ages 3-5 (parents/ guardians remain with children). Contact 332-4823 to pre-register.

Toddler Story Time 10am Tuesdays. NHC Main Library. Children 18 - 36 months are invited to enjoy stories, songs, and pre-literacy activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6303 for details.

Play Café 9am – 12pm. Tmuffin. Children and parents connect with ever-changing open play, creative crafts and activities. Complimentary Wi-Fi. Coffee & snacks available for purchase. $6/child. Ages 1-6. Visit http://tmuffin.com/ play-cafe for details. Lap Sit Story Time 9:30am Tuesdays. NHC Main Library. Designed for babies under 18 months. Features stories, songs, rhymes and activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6303 for more information. Happy Little Singers 9:30am Tuesdays. Community Arts Center, 2nd & Orange Streets. Early childhood music and movement class designed for ages 6 months to 6 years (and their parents). $10/family. $5/add’l child. Drop-ins welcome. For more information, visit www.happylittlesingers.com. Barnes & Noble Story Time 10am Tuesdays. Barnes & Noble. Enjoy weekly story time in the Children’s section. Call 509-1880 for details. Hickman Crossroads Story Time 10am. Hickman Crossroads Library, Brunswick. Call 5750173 for information. French for Tots 10am. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. Accents on Fun and The Children’s Museum present free sample classes teaching language through music, vocabulary, visuals,

Brilliant Sky Story Time 10:30am Tuesdays. Mayfaire Town Center. Includes games and crafts. Visit www.brilliantskytoys.com or contact 509-3353 for details. Spanish/English Story Time 10:30am Tuesdays. Northeast Library. All ages welcome. No reservations required. Call 798-6371 for more information. Preschool Story Time 10:30am Tuesdays. NHC Main Library. Ages 3-5 come for stories, finger play, and songs. No registration required. Groups welcomed. Call 798-6303 with questions. Kids Cooking Club 3:30 - 4:30pm Tuesdays. Children’s Museum. Harris Teeter sponsors fun time of learning new skills and seasonal recipes. Visit www.playwilmington.org or call 254-3534 to pre-register. Family Night 5:30 – 7pm Tuesdays. Chick-fil-A Mayfaire. Call 256-0854 or visit www.cfarestaurant.com/mayfaire for event information. UNCW vs. College of Charleston 6pm. Brooks Field. Enjoy UNCW baseball. $5 - $10. For tickets, visit www.uncwsports.com. Martin Taylor Jazz Guitarist 7pm. TheatreNOW. 4-course dinner and show with esteemed international artist and multi-award winning

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guitarist. $75. All ages. Visit www.theatrewilmington.com for reservations. Hometown Opry 7 – 10pm. Leland Town Hall Classroom Annex. Enjoy a bluegrass/country/gospel/folk jam session. Musicians of all levels of experience welcomed. Spectators welcomed too. Free. Contact 332-4818 for more information.

3 Wednesday Breakfast for Children’s Champions 7:30am. UNCW Burney Center. Smart Start of NC celebrates members of the community who serve children and families. Guest Speaker, Annie Gray. Contact mebane.boyd@newhanoverkids.org or 815-3731 for details. Poplar Grover Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm (through 11/27). Poplar Grove Plantation. Features fresh local fruits, veggies, dairy, meats, baked goods, cut flowers and more. Free admission. Visit http://poplargrove. com for more events. Lap Sit Story Time 9am Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Designed for babies up to 18 months. Features stories, songs, rhymes and activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6393 for details. Lap Sit Story Time 9am Wednesdays. Northeast Library. Designed for babies up to 18 months. Features stories, songs, rhymes and activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6371 for more information. Preschool Science 10am Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Hands-on activities for preschoolers to explore the world around them! Call 2543534 or visit www.playwilmington.org to pre-register. Toddler Story Time 10am Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Children 18 - 36 months are invited to story time. Enjoy stories, songs, and pre-literacy activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6393 for further details. Toddler Story Time 10am Wednesdays. Northeast Library. Children 18 - 35 months are invited to story time. Enjoy stories, songs, and pre-literacy activities. No reservations required. Call 798-6371 for more information. Baby Dance Boogie 10 – 10:30am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Danielle Tisdale (Dance With Me) provides free interactive class with props. Introducing Jazz, Letters, Numbers, Body Parts, Animals, Hip-Hop, Ballet & more! Ages 1-3 (with parent or caregiver). Call 509-0153 for required reservations. Hampstead Toddler Story Time 10:15am Wednesdays. Hampstead Library, 75 Library Dr. Call 270-4603 for details. The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficulties 10:30am. Wrightsville United Methodist Church, 4 Live Oak Dr. Join La Leche League for information. Babies welcome. Call 375-9555 for more information. Preschool Story Time 10:30am Wednesdays. Northeast Library. Ages 3-5 come for stories, songs, and activities. No registration required. Groups welcomed. Call 798-6371 with questions. Preschool Story Time 10:30am Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Ages 3-5 come for stories, finger play, and songs. No registration required. Groups welcomed. Call 798-6391 with questions. Hampstead Preschool Story Time 11am Wednesdays. Hampstead Library, 75 Library Dr. Call 270-4603 for details. Discover Science 3:30pm Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Explore and learn about the scientific process through critical thinking. Call 2543534 or visit www.playwilmington.org to pre-register.

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Rap Club 3:30 – 4:30pm Wednesdays. Myrtle Grove Library. Choose the beat. Write the lyrics. Record the song. Work as a group to compose an original hip-hop song about the library. Ages 6-12. Free. Call 798-6391 to register. Mini Math 4pm Wednesdays. Children’s Museum. Children become comfortable with math and familiarize themselves with new concepts. Free with membership or admission. Contact 2543534 or visit www.playwilmington.org to register. UNCW vs. North Carolina 6pm. Brooks Field. Enjoy UNCW baseball. $5 - $10. For tickets, visit www.uncwsports.com.

4 Thursday UNCW Health Promotion Health Fair 8am – 5pm. Warwick Center. Fair and trade show. Visit https:// events.uncw.edu/mastercalendar for calendar of events. Lapsit Story Time 9:30am Thursdays. Northeast Library. Babies 3 - 18 months enjoy fun stories and songs. No registration required. Call 798-6373 for more information. StoryCOOKS 10am Thursdays. Children’s Museum. Cooking club for preschoolers. Read a story and create a dish inspired by the book. Call 254-3534 to pre-register. Toddler Story Time 10am Thursdays. Northeast Library. Children ages 18 – 36 months join others for stories, songs and other fun activities. No registration required. Call 798-6373 for details. Preschool Story Time 10:30am Thursdays. Northeast Library. Ages 3 to 5 years are invited to enjoy a different weekly theme. Includes stories, songs, and activities. No pre-registration. Call 798-6373 with questions. Burgaw Story Time 11am Thursdays. Burgaw Library, 103 S. Cowan St. Call 2591234 for details. HeadsApart Charity Golf Tournament 1pm. Cape Fear National Golf Course, Leland. Presented by Land Rover featuring a 4-person Captain’s Choice competition. Proceeds benefit HeartsApart.org. $110. Contact 2562413 with questions.

5 Friday Celebrate NC Science Festival Daily (through 04/12). Children’s Museum. Explore various Science activities throughout the Museum. Look for signs to enjoy Hoop Gliders, Mini Air Rockets, Paper Airplanes, and Paper Helicopters. Visit www.playwilmington.org or call 2543534 for information. Ivey Hayes Retrospective Exhibit Daily (through 05/10). Bellamy Mansion. Special exhibit. Call 251-3700 for details. Toddler Time 10am Fridays. Children’s Museum. Projects and activities for ages 4 and under (and their special grownups to work on together). Call 254-3534 or visit www.playwilmington.org for more information. Art Class 10 – 11:30am. Tmuffin. Kids learn valuable art skills and play on a spring theme with Tmuffin’s new art program. Must register at http://tmuffin.com/classes/play-classes. Family Yoga Story Time 10:30am Fridays. NHC Main Library. Parents and children 6 months and older have fun listening to stories while learning basic yoga postures. Bring mat or beach towel. Call 798-6353 with questions. American Legion Fish Fry 11am – 7pm. American Legion Post 129. $8/plate includes whiting or catfish fillet, hush puppies, slaw, potato salad, tea or coffee. Call 458-4253 for more information. Adventures in Art 3:30pm Fridays. Children’s Museum. Experience different forms of art each week. Ages 5-8. Space is limited. Call 254-3534 to pre-register and visit www.playwilmington.org for weekly projects. Rainbow Loom - Beginners 4 – 5pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. Teachers provided to help beginning loomers learn basic chain or triple single bracelet. Ages 7+. (Bring loom and bandz.) Must call 509-0153 or 313-3100 for reservations. Children’s Art Contest Gallery Opening 5pm. Community Arts Center. Thalian Association exhibits top 16 artwork entries from elementary and middle school divisions. Free. Contact 341-7860 for more information.

Pawsitive Reading 3 – 4pm Thursdays. Northeast Library. Independent readers ages 5-11 practice reading to one of the Canines for Literacy teams trained by Carolina Canines. Call 798-6373 for 15 minute appointment.

Rainbow Loom - Intermediate 5 - 6pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. Teachers provided to help experienced loomers create more complex designs. Ages 8+. (Bring loom, bandz, and creations to trade.) Must call 509-0153 or 313-3100 for reservations.

stART with a Story 3:30pm Thursdays. Children’s Museum. Create a masterpiece that reinforces a fun book. Call 254-3534 or visit www. playwilmington.org with questions.

Barnes & Noble Story Time 7pm Fridays. Barnes & Noble. Enjoy weekly story time in the Children’s section. Call 509-1880 for details.

Zoom with Fetch 4 – 5pm Thursdays. Burgaw Library, 103 S. Cowan St. Call 259-1234 for details. 2nd Annual Donut Dash 6pm. UNCW Campus. Donut lovers run 1.5 miles, eat 6 donuts, and run another 1.5 miles to finish line. Awards to top 3 overall male and female. $10 - $30. Register at http:// its-go-time.com. Jazz at the CAM 6:30pm. Cameron Art Museum. Doug Irving Quartet. $7/ Members. $10/Non-Members. Students/$5. Call 395-5999 or visit http://cameronartmuseum.com for event information. Evalyn Parry’s “Spin” starring the Bicycle 8pm. Thalian Hall. Inspired by the tale of Annie Londonderry, the first woman to ride around the world on a bicycle. Part theatre, part musical, part spoken word, poetry & documentary. $25/$20/$14. Visit www.thalianhall.org or call 632-2285 for tickets.

Totally 80’s Music Revue 7 – 9pm (through 04/14). Community Arts Center. Celebrate a totally awesome decade. 80’s music along with choreography and singing by a fantastic cast of young performers. $12. Call 632-2285 for tickets. Statewide Star Party 7 – 10pm. Airlie Gardens. Join Cape Fear Museum and Airlie Gardens to kickoff the 2013 NC Science Festival with a night of stargazing. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for event information. Star Party 7:30 - 9pm. Carolina Beach State Park. Enjoy an astronomy viewing program at the visitor center. Free. Call 458-8206 for events. Arts Sensation 8pm. Thalian Hall. 12th annual event showcasing local talent in a music and dance spectacular to benefit the Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover. $15. Call 799-2659 for tickets.

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to tour time. $12/Adults. $5/Ages 5-12. For details, call 3433433 or visit www.screengemstudios.com.

Breakfast with the Birds 6:30am. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Perfect for all bird lovers. Bring binoculars and tour the grounds. Continental breakfast to follow. All ages welcomed. $7/Members. $15/Ages 13+. $13/Ages 3-12. $5/Age 2. Visit http://reservations.ncaquariums.com/fortfisher for event details.

Learning Center 1 – 4pm Saturdays. Cape Fear Museum. Free to Members or with General Admission. Parental participation required. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for registration information.

Katie B. Hines Senior Center Pancake Breakfast 7:30 – 11am. Senior Center, 308 Cape Fear Blvd. $6 includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice and coffee. Call 458-6609 for details. Azalea 5K/10K/Fun Walk 8am. TrySports Field, Mayfaire Town Center. 4th Annual run to benefit Big Buddy Program. $30. Visit www.etix.com/ticket for purchases. CFMOTC Consignment Sale 8 – 11am. Elks Lodge, 5102 Oleander. Cape Fear Mothers of Twins Club brings the semi-annual consignment sale. Free admission. For information, contact cfmotc@yahoo.com. Riverfront Farmer’s Market 8am – 1pm (through 12/21). North Water Street. Features local farmers, produce, arts and crafts, music, and more. Call 538-6223 with questions. Marine Explorers: Happy Earth Day, Blue Planet 9am – 12pm. UNCW Center for Marine Science. Make a splash discovering just what makes oceans of this beautiful blue planet so special. There’s a lot more than salt to explore in the water. Ages 5-8. Small cost to include supplies. Call 962-3195 or visit www.uncw.edu/marinequest/explorers to register. UNCW Engineering Expectations “Clean Water – A Grand Engineering Challenge” 9am – 12pm. UNCW Social & Behavioral Sciences Bldg. This planet needs Clean Water. Learn about the challenge. Then, design & build a simple water purification device to experiment. Ages 7-9. Small cost to include supplies. Visit www. uncw.edu/youth/programs/engineeringrobotics.html or call 962-3195 to register.

Super Saturday Fun Time 11am – 12:30pm Saturdays. TheatreNOW. Dock Street Kids enjoy live adventures featuring history and mystery. $8. Ages 5+. Visit www.theatrewilmington.com for events.

Screen Gems Studios Tour 12pm & 2pm Saturdays. Screen Gems Studios, 1223 N 23rd St. Learn how filming is done and view sets from previous productions. One hour walking tour. Arrive 15 minutes prior

UNCW Engineering Expectations “Clean Water – A Grand Engineering Challenge” 1:30 –4:30pm. UNCW Social & Behavioral Sciences Bldg. This planet needs Clean Water. Learn about the challenge. Then, design & build a simple water purification device to experiment. Ages 10-12. Small cost to include supplies. Visit www. uncw.edu/youth/programs/engineeringrobotics.html or call 962-3195 to register. Rainbow Loom – Beginners 2pm & 3pm. Children’s Museum. Join the fun sponsored by Learning Express Toys. Bring a loom and bands and learn how to make a Rainbow Loom bracelet. Ages7+. To reserve a spot, call 254-3234 x106. (Looms and refill bands available for purchase in Museum Shop.) Free with membership or with paid admission. Visit www.playwilmington.org for details. Discovery Fitness 4pm Saturdays. Children’s Museum. Explore and discover new fitness programs. Free with admission or membership. Visit www.playwilmington.org for weekly details. UNCW Jazz Fest 7:30pm. UNCW Beckwith Recital Hall. Featuring 31st annual guest artist Seamus Blake Quintet. $10/Advance Tickets. Contact 962-3415 for information.

Fort Fisher Park Day 9am – 1pm. Fort Fisher. Help beautify Fort Fisher at the 2013 Volunteer Day. Register in advance by contacting 458-5538 or emailing info@friendsoffortfisher.com.

Island of Lights Fashion Show 11am – 2pm. American Legion Post 129, Carolina Beach. Enjoy a delicious lunch, fashion show, silent auction, and raffle. Tickets $22 benefits Holiday Events. Call 617-5945 for information.

Marine Explorers: Happy Earth Day, Blue Planet 1:30 – 4:30pm. UNCW Center for Marine Science. Make a splash discovering just what makes oceans of this beautiful blue planet so special. There’s a lot more than salt to explore in the water. Ages 9-12. Small cost to include supplies. Call 9623195 or visit www.uncw.edu/marinequest/explorers to register.

Visit www.jlwnc.org/wilmington for details. Residents Free Day - Cape Fear Museum 1 – 5pm. Cape Fear Museum. NHC residents are admitted free to the Museum the first Sunday of every month. Call 7984350 or visit www.capefearmuseum.com for information. Young Writer’s Club 2pm Sundays. Children’s Museum. Experiment with becoming a writer. Free with admission. Call 254-3534 to reserve a spot. Visit www.playwilmington.org for weekly schedule. UNCW vs. Davidson 2pm. Brooks Field. Enjoy UNCW baseball. $5 - $10. For tickets, visit www.uncwsports.com. Ted Neeley and the Little Big Band 7 – 9pm. Thalian Hall. Enjoy music from his new album and surprise covers. $40/$35/$30. Visit www.thalianhall.com for tickets.

8 Monday Little Explorers: Animal Babies 10am. Halyburton Park. Children ages 2-5 discover nature through stories, songs, hands-on activities, hikes and crafts. $3. Call 341-0075 to register. Visit www.halyburtonpark.com for park information. Spanish for Tots 10am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Accents on Fun and The Children’s Museum offer free sample classes teaching language through music, vocabulary, visuals, games and more. Ages 6 months – 5 years. Call 509-0153 for reservations. Good Shepherd Golf Tournament 12pm. Landfall Country Club. 10th annual event featuring silent auction, raffle, prizes and dinner. $200. Proceeds benefit Good Shepherd Center. Call 763-4424 to register.

Basile’s Pre-Azalea Festival Comedy Bash 8 – 10pm. Thalian Hall. Spice up the evening with a sprinkle of “Basile.” (Some material not suitable for young audiences.) $27/$22/$17. Visit www.thalianhall.com for tickets.

Cameron Carpenter 7 – 9pm. Kenan Auditorium. UNCW Presents brings Grammy nominated organist to dazzle audiences with energetic, dance-like performance. $22/General Public. $5/Students. Call (800) 732-3643 for tickets.

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Brunswick Forest Vet Hospital Hound Hustle 10K & 5K 8am. Brunswick Village, Leland. An opportunity to run with pets. Visit www.5starraceproductions.com/races for details.

Play Café 9am – 12pm. Tmuffin. See 04/02.

Airlie Gardens Family Fun Day 9am - 5pm. Airlie Gardens. Visit the parks and Arboretum for a full day of family fun. Contact 798-7700 or visit www. airliegardens.org for more information. Touch a Truck 12:30 – 4:30pm. Mayfaire Town Center. Educational event to provide children with hands-on opportunities to see and touch heavy machinery and meet people who build, protect, and serve the community. $5/Ticket. $15/Family of 4. Proceeds benefit Junior League of Wilmington’s partnered organizations DC Virgo Academy & Youth Enrichment Zone.

Baby Musik 10am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Gentle music and movement class provided by Kindermusik educator, Catherine Szuch. Babies from birth to age 1 (with parent or caregiver). Free. Call 509-0153 for reservations. Little Explorers: Animal Babies 10am. Halyburton Park. See 04/08. Budding Poets 4pm Tuesdays (through 04/23). Hickman Crossroads Library, Brunswick. Call 575-0173 for event information.

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Family Reading Night 4:30pm. Carolina Beach Branch. “Trash & Recycling.” Call 798-6385 for details. Healthy Living Leland 6:30 – 7:30pm. Leland Town Hall, Classroom Annex. Learn about being active and cooking healthy delicious meals. Enjoy food and prizes. Free. Must contact 332-4823 or aryan@ townofleland.com to register.

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American Girl Night 7pm. Barnes & Noble. Discuss American Girl books, enjoy a craft activity and have fun. Free. Contact 509-1880 for more information.

10 Wednesday NC Azalea Festival Daily (through 04/14). Various locations. Five days of celebration with artwork, gardens, history, culture and entertainment. Includes parade, fair, circus, concerts, pageantry and more. Call 794-4650 for event schedule. Queen’s Coronation Riverfront Park, Downtown. Azalea Queen is officially crowned. Free. Standing Room Only. Email info@ncazaleafestival.org for details. Airlie Bird Hike 8 – 9:30am. Airlie Gardens. Free to members or free with Garden admission. $5/Adults & $3/Children (ages 6-12 years). Bring binoculars. Bird guides provided. Visit www.airliegardens.org or call 798-7700 for more information. Baby Dance Boogie 10 – 10:30am. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. Danielle Tisdale (Dance With Me) provides free interactive class with props. Introducing Jazz, Letters, Numbers, Body Parts, Animals, Hip-Hop, Ballet & more! Ages 1-3 (with parent or caregiver). Call 313-3100 for required reservations. CPR Certification Class 6 – 10:30pm. Leland Fire and Rescue. Contact 332-4823 or aryan@townofleland.com for fees and registration. UNCW Classical Guitar Ensemble 7:30pm. UNCW Beckwith Recital Hall. Students of the Department of Music perform. $5/General Public at the door. Call 962-3415 for information.

11 Thursday Cole Brothers Big Top Circus Daily (Through 04/14). ILM Airport. A favorite event of the Azalea Festival. Features fearless flyers, Globe of Death, acrobats, and more. Call 794-4650 for tickets. Youth Nature Program: Wild Wooly Bears 1:30pm. Halyburton Park. Kids learn about plants and animals living in the park through fun, hands-on activities. Ages 5-14. $3. Call 341-0075 for details. NC Azalea Festival Concert Lynard Skynard 7pm. Cape Fear Community College. Legendary rock band performs at the annual festival. $40/person (rain or shine). Call 794-4650 for tickets.

12 Friday Art Class 10 – 11:30am. Tmuffin. See 04/05. Common Threads 10am – 12pm. Leland Town Hall Classroom Annex. Come meet all levels of knitting, crocheting, and sewing expertise. Bring a project to work on and enjoy the company. Free. Contact 332-4823 for more information.

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Stephen J. Kaluzne, O.D., P.A. • 910-319-7996 Character Appearance: Clifford the Big Red Dog 4 – 5pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Bring the kids and a camera for big red hugs and fun as Clifford visits to celebrate his 50th birthday. Call 509-0153 with questions. Rainbow Loom - Beginners 4 – 5pm. Learning Express Toys, Oleander location only. See 04/05. Rainbow Loom - Intermediate 5 - 6pm. Learning Express Toys, Oleander location only. See 04/05. UNCW vs. Delaware 6pm. Brooks Field. Enjoy 3-game Colonial Athletic Association Matchup. $5 - $10. For tickets, visit www.uncwsports.com. Azalea Festival Street Fair 6 – 10pm. Downtown Wilmington. Family event with over 200 arts and craft vendors, 4 stages, children’s area and more. Free. Stars & Fishes 6pm – 9am. NC Aquarium Fort Fisher. Family sleepover to learn about nocturnal animals and identify constellations. Includes night hike, stargazing, animal encounters, guided tour, crafts, snacks and breakfast. Ages 5+ welcomed. $40.50/ Members. $45/Non-Members. Visit http://reservations. ncaquariums.com/fortfisher to register.

Juried Art Show 10am – 5:30pm. Community Arts Center. Over 100 NC artists present fine paintings at the annual show and sale. Free admission.

Avett Brothers Concert 7pm. Cape Fear Community College. Azalea Festival rain or shine event. $45. Standing room general admission. Purchase tickets at www.etix.com/ticket. Call 794-4650 for more information.

Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Garden Tour 10am – 6pm (through 04/14). One of the longest running and most popular garden tours in the South. Ribbon cutting at 708 Forest Hills Drive. Tickets $20. Call 620-6958 for details.

UNCW Chamber Winds 7:30pm. Beckwith Recital Hall. UNCW Students from the Department of Music perform. $5/General Public at the door. Call 962-3415 with questions.

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13 Saturday Celebrate NC Science Festival Daily (through 04/21). Children’s Museum. Explore various Science activities throughout the Museum. Look for signs to enjoy Marshmallow Tower, Canine House of Cards, Cup Tower Challenge, and Super Golf Tower. Visit www.playwilmington. org or call 254-3534 for information. Bird Hike & Kayak Demonstration 8am. Smith Creek Park, 633 Harris Road. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Contact airlieinfo@nhcgov.com or 798-7707 for information. Son Run 5K Race 8:30am. Wrightsville Beach. Contact tchristian@ec.rr.com to register. Azalea Festival Parade 9am – 12pm. Downtown Wilmington. Enjoy floats, marching bands, clowns, celebrities, and more. Free. Bleacher seats for purchase through Festival office. Email info@ncazaleafestival. org with questions. FOLL Book Sale 10am. Magnolia House, Leland. Library book sale. Contact listed@wilmingtongivesback.org for details. Nutrition & Weaning 10am. TMuffin, 2133 Wrightsville Ave (Parking on Newton). Join the La Leche League for breastfeeding education. Babies welcome! Call 375-9555 for more information. Plant Giveaway 10am – 12pm. Recreation Building. Contact 332-4823 for more information. Azalea Festival Coin Show 10am – 5pm. American Legion. Family event with more than 30 dealers. Children given free foreign coins. $1 donation at the door gets raffle ticket for coin prizes.

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Juried Art Show 10am – 5:30pm. Community Arts Center. See 04/12.

Juried Art Show 10am – 4pm. Community Arts Center. See 04/12.

Azalea Festival Street Fair 10am - 10pm. Downtown Wilmington. See 04/12.

Azalea Festival Street Fair 10am - 6pm. Downtown Wilmington. See 04/12.

Pleasure Island Chowder Cook-off 12 – 5pm. Carolina Beach Lake Park. Chefs from local restaurants are challenged in the cook-off. Bring the family to sample chowder and vote for the best recipe. $5. Children under age 12 free. Call 458-8434 for more information.

Azalea Festival Main Stage 12 – 6:30pm. Downtown Wilmington. Outdoor and standing room only. Bands include The Mark Roberts Band (1pm), The Craig Woolard Band (2:30pm) and Jim Quick and the Coastline Band (4pm). Free.

Historic Home Tour 1 – 6pm. Various Locations. Tour historic homes in the area. $25. Children under 10 free. Visit www.ncazaleafestival.org/ events/historic-home-tour-2013 for list of homes.

Historic Home Tour 1 – 5pm. Various Locations. See 04/13.

Character Appearance: Clifford the Big Red Dog 3 – 4pm. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. Bring the kids and a camera for big red hugs and fun as Clifford visits to celebrate his 50th birthday. Call 313-3100 with questions. (Clifford rides in Azalea Festival Parade accompanied by Margaret Dill, 1st place winner of Azalea Festival Children’s Art Contest and artist Elizabeth Singletary.) Azalea Festival Boxing Tournament 2 – 6pm. Williston Middle School. National & International level of competition. Free admission. Call 794-4650 for details. UNCW vs. Delaware 6pm. Brooks Field. See 04/12. Colt Ford & the LACS 7pm. Cape Fear Community College. Hip hop and southern rock sound celebrating country music and country living. Tickets $25 or $50/VIP. Visit www.etix.com/ticket for purchases. TubaZalea 7:30pm. Beckwith Recital Hall. Celebrate low brass. $5/ General Public at the door. Call 962-3415 for information.

14 Sunday Coin Show 10am – 3pm. American Legion. See 04/13.

Azalea Festival Boxing Tournament 2 – 6pm. Williston Middle School. See 04/13. UNCW vs. Delaware 6pm. Brooks Field. See 04/12.

15 Monday Railroad Story Time 10:30am. Wilmington Railroad Museum. Hear stories and enjoy creative activities in the Children’s Hall. $4/Family. Free/Members. Call 763-2634 for more information. Family Reading Night 5:30pm. NHC Main Library. “Trash & Recycling.” Call 7986353 for details.

16 Tuesday Play Café 9am – 12pm. Tmuffin. See 04/02. The Family & the Breastfed Baby 10am. Grace United Methodist Church, 4th & Grace. Join La Leche League for nutrition education. Babies welcome. Call 375-9555 for more information. French for Tots 10am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Accents on Fun and The Children’s Museum present free sample classes teaching language through music, vocabulary, visuals, games and more. Ages 6 months – 5 years. Call 509-0153 for reservations.

CHEW Parent Meeting 6:45pm. Winter Park Baptist Church. Join the Christian Homeschool Educators of Wilmington (CHEW) for monthly informational meeting about “Curriculum.” Contact kathyiandoli7@gmail.com for details. Hometown Opry 7 – 10pm. Leland Town Hall Classroom Annex. See 04/02.

17 Wednesday Baby Musik 10am. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. Gentle music and movement class provided by Kindermusik educator, Catherine Szuch. Babies from birth to age 1 (with parent or caregiver). Free. Call 313-3100 for reservations.

18 Thursday NC Battleship Annual Crew Reunion Daily (through 05/20). Battleship NC. Crew and families return for annual reunion. Contact 251-5797 or museum@ battleshipnc.com to register. Baby Dance Boogie 10 – 10:30am. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff. Danielle Tisdale (Dance With Me) provides free interactive class with props. Introducing Jazz, Letters, Numbers, Body Parts, Animals, Hip-Hop, Ballet & more! Ages 1-3 (with parent or caregiver). Call 509-0153 for required reservations. 2nd Annual Spring Scramble 12pm. Castle Bay Country Club, Hampstead. Golf tournament to benefit Brigade Boys & Girls Club. $75/Player or $350/Team includes lunch, dinner, green fees, cart, balls, goodie bag and refreshments. Visit www.brigadebgc.org for more information. Advantages of Breastfeeding 6:30pm. Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard, Bldg B/Rm 3. Join the La Leche League for an evening of information. Babies and dads welcome. Call 791-2853 for details. Magic Tree House Night 7 - 8pm. Barnes & Noble. Discuss a Magic Tree House book. Contact 509-1880 for more information. Textile Talk 7 - 9pm. Cape Fear Museum. Learn how a professional conserved Civil War artifacts for the Museum. $5/Members. $7/ Non-Members. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for details. An Evening with Alton Brown: The Science of Cooking 7:30pm. Durham Performing Arts Center. NC Science Festival brings Food Network’s “Good Eats” to DPAC for a unique brand of kitchen science and comedy. $32.25 - $58.75. Visit www.dpacnc.com for tickets.

19 Friday Rims on the River Daily (through 04/21). Downtown Wilmington. Cars and motorcycles from 1980 and older line the streets of historic downtown. $10 admission. Visit http://rimsontheriver.com for event details. Spring Fossil Hunt 9am – 5pm. Halyburton Park. Visit Aggregate Quarries to hunt for fossils ranging from 10 thousand to 80 million years old. $25. Call 341-0075 to pre-register.

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Art Class 10 – 11:30am. Tmuffin. See 04/05. Rainbow Loom - Beginners 4 – 5pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. See 04/05. Rainbow Loom - Intermediate 5 - 6pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. See 04/05. Family Science Night 5 – 7pm. Children’s Museum. 1st annual event features hands-on science exploration activities. Enjoy the science

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of slime, paper flying machines, marshmallow towers, gene bracelets, and help create a giant marble rollercoaster. (Initiative of NC Science Festival to inspire future generations of scientists.) Visit www.playwilmington.org for details. Pro Soccer: Wilmington vs. Antigua 7:30pm. Legion Stadium. Hammerheads kick off home opener. $8 - $12. Visit www.wilmingtonhammerheads.com for complete schedule. Dar He: The Story of Emmett Till 8pm. Thalian Hall. Dramatic performance about a 14-year-old black Chicago youth and his fate after whistling at a white woman. $25/$20/$14. Visit www. thalianhall.org for tickets.

20 Saturday Oak Island Lighthouse Half Marathon, 10K, 5K 8am. NC Baptist Assembly. $20 - $45. Register at http://itsgo-time.com. Work on Wilmington 8am – 12pm. Various locations. Volunteer to beautify, build and better the community. Contact listed@wilmingtongivesback.org to register. Battleship Alive 8am – 5pm. Battleship NC. Watch and interact with WWII living history interpreters as they bring the Ship to life. Free with Battleship admission. Call 251-5797 for more information. Wilmington Walk to Defeat ALS 9am. UNCW. 3K held at Greene Track. Register at http:// webnc.alsa.org. Flytrap Frolic 9am – 12pm. Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden, behind Alderman Elementary. 3rd annual free family environmental education event with focus on carnivorous plants and conservation. Features walking tour, craft, live snakes, geo-caching hunt, presentations and more. Call 790-4524 x200 for details. 14th Annual CFCC Boat Show 9:30am – 4:30pm. Front Street, Cape Fear River. Features a wide variety of wooden boats and more exhibits. Free admission. Donations accepted to benefit student scholarships. Call 362-7151 for information. Head & Neck Cancer Screening 10am – 3pm. Empie Park. 4th annual screening. Free. No appointment necessary. Call 686-4756 with questions.

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National Nanny Training Day 10am – 3:45pm. Northeast Library. Bringing nannies and local educators together. Register at http://nationalnannytrainingwilmington2013.eventbrite.com. Call 798-6371 for schedule. Brunswick Islands Home & Garden Show 10am – 3pm. Sea Trail Golf Resort, Sunset Beach. Products and services displayed for home and garden improvements. Visit www.ncbrunswick.com/events for details.

UNCW Literacy Live from the Rainforest 1 – 3pm. UNCW Education Bldg. No need for umbrellas! Come to explore the layers of a rainforest and discover who lives there. Experiment with the water cycle and put on a puppet show. Free to public. Ages 4-7 (accompanied by an adult). Register at http://library.uncw.edu/cmc/literacy_live. Earth Day 2 – 3pm. Northeast Library. Ages 5-9 welcomed for Earth Day celebration. Call 798-6371 for details. Family Fun Day & Movie in the Park 4 – 10pm. Leland Municipal Park. Enjoy family time in the afternoon and a movie at dusk. Call 332-4823 for event details.

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Cape Fear Roller Girls 6pm. CFCC Schwartz Center. Don’t miss the action. $10. Visit www.capefearrollergirls.com/events for tickets. Broadway’s Next Hit Musical 8pm. Thalian Hall. Spontaneity, wit and inventiveness in an improvised musical. Tickets $32/$27/$16. Visit www. thalianhall.org or call 632-2285 for purchases.

21 Sunday 5K Race for the Planet 8am. Fort Fisher. Celebrate Earth Day with a 5K run. Early registration $25. $35 after April 11. Visit http://reservations. ncaquariums.com/fortfisher to register. UN Women Walk 1 – 5pm. Hugh MacRae Park. Join the Walk to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls. Choose from zumba, 3K or 5K and support the cause. Contact rachelfox.onewilmington@gmail.com for details. Cape Fear Skies: Spring Constellations 1:30, 2:30 & 3:30pm. Cape Fear Museum. 3-2-1-Blast off! Venture into the portable planetarium to identify patterns of stars found in the spring sky. Free for members or with paid admission. Visit www.capefearmuseum.com for more information. Faith & Values Religious Art Walking Tour 3 – 5pm. St. Mary Catholic Church, 412 Ann St. Tour the art inside six downtown Wilmington worship spaces. $10. Call 520-3958 for list of churches on tour. Cape Fear Chorale 4pm. Roland Grise Middle School. Cape Fear Choral presents “Requiem” by Franz von Suppe. Free. (Donations gratefully accepted.) For information, contact info@capefearchorale.org. Gospel Fest 4 – 6pm. Thalian Hall. Join St. Stephens AME Church of Scotts Hill for a foot-stomping, finger-popping, hand-clapping gospel fest. $20. Visit www.thalianhall.com for tickets. Broadway’s Next Hit Musical 8pm. Thalian Hall. See 04/20.

22 Monday (Earth Day) Spanish for Tots 10am. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. Accents on Fun and The Children’s Museum offer free sample classes teaching language through music, vocabulary, visuals, games and more. Ages 6 months – 5 years. Call 313-3100 for reservations. Little Explorers: Incredible Insects 10am. Halyburton Park. Ages 2-5 learn about different animals in the park and hike to find them. $3. Call 341-0075 to pre-register.

Snake & Turtle Feeding 4 – 4:30pm. Halyburton Park. Brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Events Center. View feeding of at least one animal. $1. Call 341-0075 to pre-register.

25 Thursday Take Our Daughters & Sons to Work Day All Day. Various. 2013 theme is “Work in Progress” for ages 8-18. 20th anniversary of this special event. Visit www.daughtersandsonstowork.org for inspiration.

23 Tuesday

2013 Carolina Cup 10am (through 04/28). Blockade Runner Resort. Four SUP courses: kids race (no registration), recreational fun race ($50), open race ($75), and elite race ($100). Visit www. carolinacup-sup.com or call 616-9675 for event schedule and registration.

Youth Nature Program: Intro to Painting 1:30 – 3:30pm. Halyburton Park. Designed for ages 5-14 to learn about plants and animals living in the park through fun, hands-on activities. $10. Call 341-0075 to register and for supply list.

Little Explorers: Incredible Insects 10am. Halyburton Park. See 04/23.

Hootenanny with John Golden & Friends 6:30 – 9pm. Bellamy Mansion. Celebrate local musicians for an evening of great music on the lawns. Call 251-3700 for tickets.

Family Reading Night 5:30pm. Northeast Library. “Trash & Recycling.” Call 7986373 for details.

Miller-Motte College Job Fair 12 – 3pm. Miller Motte Technical College, Market St. Annual Fair features employer booths, campus tours and more. Free. Visit www.miller-motte.edu for details. UNCW Wind Symphony & New Horizons Band 7:30pm. Kenan Auditorium. Joint concert for community enjoyment. $5. Students free. Contact ginnybacik@ec.rr.com for more information.

24 Wednesday (Administrative Professionals Day) Baby Dance Boogie 10 – 10:30am. Learning Express Toys, Oleander. Danielle Tisdale (Dance With Me) provides free interactive class with props. Introducing Jazz, Letters, Numbers, Body Parts, Animals, Hip-Hop, Ballet & more! Ages 1-3 (with parent or caregiver). Call 313-3100 for required reservations.

26 Friday Bird Hike 8 – 9:30am. Hugh MacRae Park. Learn about many bird species in the Lower Cape Fear. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Free. Call 798-7700 for information. Art Class 10 – 11:30am. Tmuffin. See 04/05. Common Threads 10am – 12pm. Leland Town Hall Classroom Annex. See 04/12. Kure Beach Ocean Front Park Grand Opening 11:30am – 10pm. Oceanfront at K Ave. Join the Grand Opening Ceremony with music, speeches, exhibits, performances and more. Free. Contact 458-8216 or visit www.townofkurebeach.org for more information. Rainbow Loom - Beginners 4 – 5pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. See 04/05. Rainbow Loom - Intermediate 5 - 6pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff & Oleander locations. See 04/05. Relay for Life 6:30pm. Ashley High School. Join the American Cancer Society in a journey to end cancer. Kids Walk begins at 7pm. Visit www.relayforlife.org/newhanovernc for event details. Spring Benefit for Friends School 6:30pm. Brooklyn Arts Center. Heavy hors d’oeuvres by Bon Appetit, music by Active Entertainment, dancing, silent auction and more. $35. Visit http://brooklynartsnc.com for more information.

27 Saturday GOTR and STRIDE 5K 8am. Ocean Isle Beach. Family and community event. $25 $35. Visit www.wilmingtonfamilyymca.org or contact www. nckidsrun.org to register. Osprey Flight 5K & 1 Mile Timed Run 8am. Topsail Elementary School. Inaugural event in Hampstead. Trophies for top 3 overall, top masters finisher, and top 3 in each age group. $15 - $30. Register at http:// its-go-time.com. Combat Mud Run 8am. National Guard, 2412 Infantry Rd. Features racers running, jumping, and crawling through obstacles and mud.

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Ages 14+. $35 - $65. Register at http://its-go-time.com. Coastal NC Run/Walk for Autism 8 – 11am. TrySports Field, Mayfaire. Proceeds support programs, services and activities of Autism Society of NH, Brunswick, and Pender counties. Visit www.coastalncrunwalkforautism.com to register. Kid-A-Palooza! 9am – 3pm. Wilmington Arts Center Complex, 3834 Oleander Dr. A festival featuring the talents of local kids in music, art and dance. Exhibits and demonstrations for the whole family plus bounce houses and pony rides for the kids. Free. Sponsored by Wilmington Parent Magazine. Visit www. wilmingtonparent.com for more information.

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Days at the Docks Festival 9am – 4pm. Holden Beach. Kick off spring with over 30 arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment, fishing tournament, “Bopple Race,” and more for a day of family fun. Visit www. ncbrunswick.com/events for details. Bocce Ball Tournament 10am. Courts & Sports. Brigade Boys & Girls Club 7th annual event. Visit www.brigadebgc.org for details. 2nd Annual Healthy Kids Day 10am – 2pm. Empie Park Tennis Complex. Features sports stations, face painting, zumba, yoga, and bootcamp, health education booths, running race and more for kids. Free. Call 341-4631 for information. Spring Fling Family Fundraiser 10am – 2pm. Parents’ Community Preschool, 4944 Wrightsville Ave. (Rain date 05/04.) A Circus of fun including silent auction, games, crafts, entertainment, cake walk, pizza and more. $5/child. Adults free. Benefits Wilmington’s only co-op preschool. Everyone welcomed. Contact 799-9544 or visit www.parentscommunitypreschool.org for details. Everything Kids Consignment Sale 10am – 6pm. Temple Baptist Church, Christian Activity Center. Find gently used baby, kids, and maternity clothing along with toys, books, furniture, and equipment. Free admission. Call 763-3351 for more information.

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Kure Beach Street Festival 11am – Dark. Ocean Front Park, Kure Beach. Enjoy festival food, arts & crafts, children’s play area, live entertainment, and fireworks at dusk. Call 458-8216 or visit www. townofkurebeach.org for details. Surfrider Foundation Expression Session Surfing & Music Event 12 - 7pm. Carolina Beach. Surf Contest. Call 409-0378 for tickets. Lego Minifigure Trading Post 4 – 5pm. Learning Express Toys, Military Cutoff and Oleander locations. Bring LEGO minifigures collections to trade with fellow collectors. Contact 509-0153 or 313-3100 for details. Great Glow Run 8pm. Hugh MacRae Park. Unique 5K features jogging through the night enhanced with glimmering lights, live entertainment, costume contest and more. $25 - $40. Proceeds benefit Easter Seals UCP. Register at http://www. greatglowrun.com.

28 Sunday Days at the Docks Festival 9am – 4pm. Holden Beach. See 04/27. Made in NC 12 – 6pm. Brooklyn Arts Center. Celebrate local, original crafters and artisans with an afternoon surrounded by handmade creations. $5 Admission. Call 538-2939 for details. Everything Kids Consignment Sale 2 – 5pm. Temple Baptist Church, Christian Activity Center. Half-price day. See 04/27. Shea-Ra Nichi’s Omni 3 – 4pm. Cameron Art Museum. Artist attempts to define what love truly is through dance. Q&A to follow. $5 - $10. Visit www.cameronartmuseum.com for event information.

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Faith & Values Religious Art Walking Tour 3 – 5pm. St. Mary Catholic Church, 412 Ann St. See 04/21. Celtic Harpist Kim Robertson 3 – 5pm. Thalian Hall. One of the pioneers of the American Folk harp brings her original compositions to a centuries-old instrument. $20/person. $10/Children under age 12. Visit www.thalianhall.com for tickets. Wilmington Symphony Orchestra 4pm. Kenan Auditorium. Orchestra music at its finest. Free. Contact info@wilmingtonsymphony.org for information.

29 Monday Family Reading Night 5:30pm. Myrtle Grove Library. “Trash & Recycling.” Call 7986391 for details.

30 Tuesday Alligator Adventures 9am – 4pm. Halyburton Park. Learning and fun begins at Halyburton and ventures to Lake Waccamaw State Park to observe gators in the wild. $10. Call 341-0075 to pre-register.

To submit events to the calendar, please email calendar@wilmingtonparent.com Deadline for submissions to the May issue is April 9, 2013.

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Farm Fresh Delivered! By Danielle Villegas

pring is here, and soon gardens everywhere will be sprouting fresh herbs, fruits, and veggies! Well…for those lucky enough to have a green thumb. The rest of us anxiously await the bounty available at the farmer’s markets and grocery stores. With so many farmers in North Carolina, there is usually an abundance of fresh local and organic produce. The problem for most families – hunting down these items is time consuming. Community supported agriculture is one of those win-win situations that gets everyone excited! Here are the basics: a farmer offers a certain number of “shares” to the public. Typically the share consists of a box of vegetables, but other farm products may be included. Interested consumers purchase a share (aka a “membership” or a “subscription”) and in return receive a box (bag, basket) of seasonal produce each week throughout the farming season.

Advantages for farmers: • Spend time marketing the food early in the year, before their 16 hour

Backyard Produce www.byproduce.com Their Online Farmers Market delivers the freshest local and organic produce & goods that YOU choose, directly to your door. Like their Facebook page for daily updates and yummy recipes! 1-Customize your weekly basket with local and organic produce 2-Drivers deliver to your door weekly 3-Come home to fresh produce that you choose on your doorstep The Coast (New Bern to Wilmington, including Topsail and Carolina Beach!) Delivery - Tuesday Black River Farming http://blackriverorganicfarm.com Visit their website for more information on registration, pricing, and dates.

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days in the field begin • Receive payment early in the season, which helps with the farm’s cash flow • Farmers are guaranteed a reliable market for a diverse selection of crops

Advantages for consumers: • Eat ultra-fresh food, with all the flavor and vitamin benefits • Get exposed to new vegetables and new ways of cooking • Kids love packages filled with surprises! Every week is a little different and kids are excited to try veggies they’ve never been known to eat • Spend less time grocery shopping and searching for fresh food Visit www.feastdowneast.org/csas , www.localharvest.org/csa , or www.farmersfreshmarket.org/downeast for a list of local Community Supported Agriculture farmers or check out a couple of local CSA’s listed below! v

Black River Organic Farm is certified as an organic grower under the USDA. This means that we use specific growing methods and materials that minimize impacts to the environment and maximize our stewardship of the land and water. Weekly Pick-up on Thursdays at The Church of the Servant – 4:30-5:30pm, or Tidal Creek – 5-7pm. Odom Farming Company www.odomfarmingcoinc.com/CSA.html Overview of our program: Time - April 17-August 29, 20 weeks Price - 1/2 Share (1-2 ppl) $320 Full Share (3-4 ppl) $440 Payment Options - We take cash, credit, or check and offer a pay in full option or a pay half now, half in June option Pickup Options - This year we have Wed. set

aside for those who would like to pick up from the farm, and Thurs. set aside for those who want to pick up somewhere in Goldsboro. As we get forms in and see what people prefer, we’ll choose a centralized place for the drop-off location. Produce Box www.theproducebox.com A variety of box sizes to choose from and you decide if you want a more adventurous selection or standard fruits and veggies. No weekly commitment is required, skip a week anytime you like. We deliver right to your front porch on your delivery day (either Wed,Thurs, or Friday) Our newsletter comes each week filled with farm news, great tips and tasty recipes! If you are ever unhappy with an item, we usually can replace it within 24 hours.

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| school notes Young Authors Contest Winners On March 9, sixteen NHCS students were honored at the NCRA Young Authors Celebration. These students were chosen as state winners of the North Carolina Reading Association’s 2013 Young Authors Project. The topic for this year’s contest was “Play That Game.”

Pender Students Selected to Attend Jazz Festival Five students from Trask and Pender High Schools were chosen to attend the 3rd Annual Honor Jazz Festival at UNC-Pembroke in February. At this prestigious event, students participated in jazz ensembles and classes led by world-renowned saxophonist, Kenni Holman. Students honored to attend the Festival were… Kimberly Andreassen, trombone (Trask) Helen Martinez, bari saxophone (Pender) Steven McNew, alto saxophone (Pender)

Winners include… Isabella Bailey Zoya Bandukwala Lily Bryson Tanner Buck Ryan Church Marley Fanning Hailey Lewis Courtney Loughran Raegan McGowan Madeline Nemmers Hoke Pollock John Poteat Skylar Price Gage Summers Carter Tanner Savanah Wright

8th Grade, Noble Middle 1st Grade, Blair Elementary 4th Grade, Bellamy Elementary 2nd Grade, Codington Elementary 7th Grade, Roland-Grise Middle 7th Grade, Holly Shelter Middle 7th Grade, Holly Shelter Middle 8th Grade, Noble Middle 5th Grade, Bellamy Elementary 7th Grade, Holly Shelter Middle 4th Grade, Codington Elementary 6th Grade, Roland-Grise Middle 1st Grade, Pine Valley Elementary 3rd Grade, Codington Elementary 4th Grade, Blair Elementary 4th Grade, Castle Hayne Elementary

The local New Hanover Reading Council selected Isabella Bailey’s entry entitled, “Summer,” for the Council’s Choice Award. All winning entries will be included in the 2013 Young Authors’ Anthology Publication. For more information on the Young Authors Project, visit the NCRA on http://ncreading.org. Source: www.nhcs.net

Josh Smith, alto saxophone (Trask) Ozzy Thomas, trumpet (Pender) Source: www.pendercountyschools.net

Dr. Seuss’ Birthday! In honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday and the Read Across America program, NHCS Superintendent Dr. Tim Markley celebrated “READING” with College Park Elementary students!

Best Foot Forward NHC Schools presented the 24th annual performance of “Best Foot Forward” on March 15. Over 600 students, from kindergarten through high school, showcased their talents through art, dance, drama, and music.

School’s Out! New Hanover County: Traditional Schools: 04/01 – Vacation Day Year Round Schools: 04/01 - Vacation Day 04/02 – 04/05 - Intersession IBEC High School: 04/01 – Vacation Day WEC High School: 04/01 – Teacher Work Day CFCI Charter School: 04/25 – Early Release Day 04/26 – Teacher Work Day

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Pre-K Centers 04/01 – Vacation Day Brunswick: Traditional Schools: 04/01 – Easter Holiday 04/02 – 04/05 – Annual Leave 04/26 – Early Release / Staff Development Roger Bacon Academy/Charter Day School 04/01 – 04/04 – Remediation Session II 04/05 – Professional Development Day Brunswick Early College: 04/26 – Early Release / Staff Development

Pender: Traditional Schools: 04/22 – Student Vacation / Staff Work Day Penderlea Year Round School: 04/01 – 04/05 – School Closed 04/22 – Student Vacation / Staff Work Day Pender Early College: 04/22 – Student Vacation / Staff Work Day Visit www.nhcs.net, www.co.brunswick.k12.nc.us or www.pendercountyschools.net for more information. If your child’s public school is not listed, please check the county site to confirm there are no “days off” during the month of February.

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The Benefits of Music Lessons Outweigh the Costs By Gayla Grace

iano lessons were not an option for me as a child. As a trained musician, my father insisted his four daughters start piano lessons at an early age. I didn’t always enjoy it and often grumbled about the mandated practice sessions before and after school. My teacher was strict and had high expectations of his students, but I’m thankful today piano lessons were a requirement my parents didn’t budge on. Music lessons compete with a host of other activities for our childrens’ time and our money. How do we determine if music lessons are right for our child? Does it really make a difference in the long run if we expose our children to music education? The evidence of several studies supports the conclusion that the benefits of music lessons outweigh the cost and inconvenience it poses to parents to provide them.

What does the research show?

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A study led by Dr. Glenn Schellenberg with six-year-old children, and another study led by Dr. James Catterall at UCLA, tracking more than 25,000 students over a ten-year period cites the advantages of music lessons. • Increase in IQ scores • Promotes intellectual development • Achieve higher test scores on standardized tests and other proficiency exams • More cooperative with teachers and peers • More self-confident • Better able to express their ideas • Improvements in eye-hand coordination, concentration, memory development, listening skills and the overall process of learning • Enhanced self-esteem and confidence as they perform in front of a teacher on a weekly basis and participate regularly in recitals or other performances. Studying music encourages self-discipline and perseverance, along with time-management and organizational skills. Weekly lessons require students to prioritize their schedules to allow for regular practice time. When taking lessons as a child, I tried to be prepared with each assigned piece to avoid an uncomfortable lesson or reprimand by my teacher. I was actively involved in church

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activities and sports at school, but I learned to manage my time to allow adequate practice time on the piano.

When should my child start? Music lessons can begin as early as four years old but an older child (seven or eight years of age) has a greater attention span and focus for a musical instrument. It’s important that a child has the desire to play an instrument, and not be forced by Mom or Dad to take lessons, but encouraged when showing an interest. Experimenting with different instruments will help a child determine what instrument he is best suited for. If a child begins lessons, he should commit to several months of study to gain a “feel” for the instrument.

Where can I find a teacher? Finding a teacher that your child can relate to is also important. Learning to play an instrument should be fun and interactive, although it requires a fair amount of work. Referrals from other parents and students can help in the selection process. Interviewing a potential teacher helps identify teaching styles and personality traits before beginning lessons. It’s also important to know the fee schedule and policies regarding make-up lessons.

Is it too late to learn? It’s never too late to learn to play a musical instrument. As a former piano instructor, I loved working with adult students, who were often more committed and disciplined in the learning process. Adults prioritize their lessons and practice time over other commitments and have better focus and longer attention spans, allowing for faster learning and greater satisfaction with the process. Music lessons offer a new challenge for adults and can have therapeutic effects. Learning to play a musical instrument is like earning an education-once you obtain the skill it cannot be taken away from you and yet, can provide enjoyment and satisfaction for the rest of your life. So, what are you waiting for? Seize the opportunity and schedule some music lessons today for you or your child! v Gayla Grace is a freelance writer and mom/stepmom to five children who have all taken music lessons. She enjoys playing the piano at her local church and other community events.

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Helping Toddlers Embrace Their Inner Artists By Rachael Moshman

hildren naturally want to explore their creative side. Here are a few ways to allow them complete freedom, without costing a fortune.

Use wrapping paper. Buy it on clearance when it is super cheap after Christmas. Tape large sheets of it to a table or the floor with the white side facing up. Then let your child scribble away with markers or crayons or have at it with paint. Turn toys into tools. Dip the wheels of toy cars into paint and roll them

Make collages. Make a paste out of flower and water. Give children magazines, junk mail or newspapers. Let them rip them up and then glue them on a whole sheet of paper however they want. This is an activity I suggest to parents when their children are struggling with fine motor

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It’s important to remember that this is your child’s art project. You may want everything you produce to look like it came right out of a Martha Stewart magazine, but your child isn’t going to have fun or learn if you’re dictating how to do the project. Yes, I said learn. Children learn through fun activities, including arts and crafts. Your child is developing skills in fine motor development, spatial reasoning, problem solving, sorting, decision making and so much when they do arts and craft projects. Your job is to provide the supplies, make sure they are safe (use nontoxic products) and encourage your little artist to do their thing - whatever that may be. It’s important to be flexible and okay with cleaning up a big mess afterwards - it’s worth it! v Rachael Moshman is a mom, freelance writer, blogger and family advocate. She has zero artistic talent, but loves encouraging it in others. Find her atwww.rachaelmoshman.com.

Children’s Music Lessons Ages 3 & Up

Studio located at Judges Rd. Business Park

Drums • Piano • Woodwinds • Brass Private or Group Sessions

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over paper. The tracks make really cool designs. Use blocks as stamps. My daughter has a dish in her play kitchen with separated sections that makes it a perfect receptacle for paint.

skills. Ripping and tearing are great ways to strengthen little pinches.

Art Listings The Dance Cooperative

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Address: 118 South 17th Street / PO Box 581, Wilmington, NC 28401 Phone: 910-763-4995 Website: www.thedancecooperative.org

Fun and affordable dance classes for kids and adults!

The Dance Cooperative is a 501(c)3 not-forprofit organization. We are committed to nurturing the dance community by providing affordable classes, rehearsal space, and performance opportunities to those under-served artistically, culturally, and economically in the greater Wilmington area. All donations are tax deductible. To give your time, talent, or financial support, please contact us at the studio.

Joey’s Little Julliards Contact Name: Joey Address: 311 Judges Rd., Office 11-E, Wilmington NC 28411 Phone Number: 910-620-8455 Email: Joeyslittlejulliards@gmail.com Website: Joeyslittlejulliards.vpweb.com

With more than 14 years of experience plus a degree in music from hometown favorite UNCW, Joey of Joey’s Little Julliards offers fantastic private and group lessons. Joey offers instruction in Summer camp schedule now available. percussion plus piano, flute, saxophone, clarinet, trumpet, trombone, and tuba. Each lesson 118 S 17th St • 910-763-4995 www.thedancecooperative.org proves to be a fun experience as lessons are TACT ad-Parents mag_Layout 1 2/26/13 1:18 PM P taught using various activities. Studies show that children with musical knowledge do better with fine motor skills and focusing. Those children THAliAN ASSOCiATiON CHildreN’S THeATer also do well in school subjects such as math, sciproudly presents ence and social studies. Give your child the exciting opportunity to learn to play a new instrument! Call or email today for more information about Joey’s Little Julliards!

April 5-14 Friday-Saturday 7 pm Sunday 3 pm Hannah Block 2nd Street Stage in the Historic Hannah Block USO Building 120 S. 2nd Street Wilmington, NC 28401

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Mini Monets Contact: Jennie Wenk Phone: 910-399–1708 Email: minimonets@gmail.com Website: www.minimonets.wordpress.com

Mini Monets is a fun extracurricular art class that is provided on location among area schools, child care centers, and recreation facilities. The lessons are designed to encourage creative expression and to supplement the NC Arts Education Curriculum. Early arts education promotes cognitive development, enhances fine motor skills, and encourages critical thinking. In

Mini Monets, students explore a variety of media, find inspiration in the work of other artists or different cultures, and render their own thoughts and feelings visually. The classes teach and refine artistic abilities while expressing inner talent and imagination. Mini Monets also offers birthday parties. Art projects range from drawing to painting and clay and are created with the help of your child. Mini Monets will come to your party, bring all the supplies and materials, and the party guests get to keep what they make! New Students can join classes at anytime!

Thalian Association Contact: Susan Habas Address: PO Box 1111, Wilmington, NC 28402 Phone: 910-251-1788 Email: shabas@thalian.org Website www.thalian.org Facebook http://www.facebook.com/grou ps/54679317228/10150686361922229/

Tracing its roots back to 1788, Thalian Association, the Official Community Theater of North Carolina, enriches the lives of the residents of the Wilmington area by producing highquality theatrical productions, offering countless artists and technicians the opportunity to develop and exercise their craft. Thalian Association Children’s Theater (TACT) offers young people training and experience in the performing arts through both fully staged productions and TACT Academy. Since 1994, we have managed the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, the center of arts activities in the Cape Fear region, for the City of Wilmington. Finally, every year we offer the Orange Street ArtsFest, a major showcase for area artists on Memorial Day weekend. Please visit www.thalian.org for information about our season, Orange Street ArtsFest and TACT Academy.

Tmuffin Contact: Gaby Merediz Address: 2133 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403 (moving to a larger location in May) Phone: 910-367-5722 Email: gaby@tmuffin.com Website: http://Tmuffin.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Tmuffin

Tmuffin is a place where parents and kids connect creatively. They offer art and activity class-

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es for kids ages 1-7+, as well as a creative play-space where kids can play freely or engage in sensory and developmental activities. It’s like a one-room children’s museum! Tmuffin is a one-stop shop for kids and parents, complete with a play café, retail store, and a variety of class offerings, including art classes and upcoming after-school and summer programs. They also provide ways for parents to connect with their kids through birth classes, baby-wearing instruction, and parenting classes.

Wilmington School of Ballet Address: 3834 Oleander Dr Wilmington, NC 28403 Phone: 910-794-9590 Website: www.wilmingtonschoolofballet.com

Wilmington Symphony Orchestra

Young Artist’s Series Contact: Carolyn Faulkner Address: 3803 Wrightsville Ave. #8, Wilmington, NC 28405 Phone: 910-685-5137 Website: www.carolynfaulknerart.com

Young Artist’s Series Art Camps 2013 Acrylic Painting on Canvas - June 17-21 -10am-12:30pm, Ages 11-16 Fee $150, does not include supplies. Students will paint in the manner of the Expressionists Artists. Modeling and blending techniques, color mixing, and exploration of materials will be the focus.

Skittles Summer Camp fitness, riding, swimming, nature excursions, and more.... Wilmington’s most unique summer camp

www.afterschoolwilmingtonnc.com • 910-794-9590 Daily spa treatment, create & perform a princess ballet, dress up & run way shows, glitter fun, and more!!!

Wilmington School of Ballet Princess Camp www.wilmingtonschoolofballet.com • 910-794-9590

Painting For Beginners - July 15-19 – 10am-12pm, Ages 8 - 12 - Fee $125 - $20 supply fee additional A fun, fun camp. Patterns and textures will be the focus on this camp. Acrylic paints will be used on paper and canvas board. A lot of experimentation and intuition!

Contact: Reed Wallace, Executive Director Address: 4608 Cedar Ave., Suite 105, Wilmington, NC, 28403 Phone: 910-791-9262 Email: info@wilmingtonsymphony.org Website: www.wilmingtonsymphony.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ WilmingtonSymphony

First organized in 1971, the Wilmington Symphony has established its distinct identity both as a showcase for our community’s considerable local talent and as a leader in music education. Each

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The Wilmington School of Ballet, Dance Studio in Wilmington, NC opened in 1999 with a mission to bring unparalleled dance lessons, performing opportunities, and community outreach to Wilmington NC. Our dance classes range from princess baby ballet to serious pre-professional dance training, our performance choices range from intimate “in-studio” shows to full scale theatrical ballets, and our community partners range from Cameron Art Museum to the Wilmington Symphony. Our ultimate purpose is to teach life lessons through the art of dance and to influence the next generation through a loving, well rounded, challenging dance education. The Wilmington School of Ballet the areas’ Top Rated Dance Studio in Wilmington, NC.

season our local Symphony performs a variety of concerts—both Masterworks Series and Symphony Pops!—for thousands of youth and adults. In addition, the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra remains committed to youth outreach as an organizational priority, producing an array of vital, vibrant and unduplicated youth education programs that include the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra (9th12th grade), Junior Strings (6th-8th grade), a Free Family Concert, an annual Student Concerto Competition. The Wilmington Symphony’s 42-year tradition of service enhances the quality of life in the Cape Fear Region, serves as a multi-faceted asset for the community and strengthens our region’s shared identity.

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By Kim Tso

oes your child doodle in the margins of his notebooks? Does she have trouble focusing on the lessons? A new trend that is hot in the business world may actually be just the thing to help your child focus and learn. It’s called sketchnotes.

What are sketchnotes? Think of sketchnotes as doodled lecture notes. Some look like regular notes with a few drawings and bold letters, while others rely more on the pictures to trigger meanings with hints from some keywords. This form of visual notetaking is growing in the business world and on college campuses as people seek ways to engage with and recall information in a world that thrives on visual stimulation. “In the simplest terms, sketchnoting is taking notes and adding visuals,” says Mike Rohde, father of three and author of The Sketchnote Handbook: The Illustrated Guide to Visual Notetaking. “It’s another way to capture thinking that may engage kids more fully. They can doodle, not to avoid topics, but to be redirected to capture the topic.” Rohde developed his form of sketchnoting after frustrating attempts to capture a lot of information with traditional notetaking. He switched to focusing on capturing main ideas and adding more visual elements. “It was more fun,” he admits. And fun is what kids need to stay engaged with their classes, too.

How does doodling help kids learn?

enhance creativity and problem solving. It is powerful because it brings together three major ways of learning: visual, auditory and kinesthetic.

My child is not an artist! Your child doesn’t need to be artistic to sketchnote. Stick figures and simple shapes such as circles, squares and arrows are all that are needed to build up a “visual library” of images and meanings. “Sketchnoting is really about ideas and not art,” emphasizes Rohde. He says that really the point is to listen well and to find ways to summarize concepts with both pictures and words. The process challenges students to pay attention and to think while taking notes, with the quality of the visuals being a secondary concern. As long as your child knows what the picture represents and can recall and explain it, the process is working.

High tech sketchnoting Sketchnoting is as low or high tech as you want it to be. A student can use just the paper and pencil that she has on hand, or students can use any number of notetaking and drawing apps paired with her finger or a stylus if she wants to try it on a tablet computer. To practice, your child can watch educational videos, TED talks and podcasts. When he feels comfortable trying it in class, it might be a good idea to talk with the teacher first, explain what sketchnoting is and get permission to try it out! v

Whether you call it sketchnoting or doodling, adding visuals to notes can increase focus, increase retention, aid in the recall of information, and

Kim Tso is a freelance writer, novice sketchnoter and mother of two.

How to Get Your Child Started with Sketchnoting Read: The Sketchnote Handbook: the Illustrated Guide to Visual Notetaking by Mike Rohde. A step-by-step guide on sketchnoting with many examples for inspiration and ideas. Comes with access codes for video tutorials. While aimed at older kids and adults, the content is appropriate for all ages to view. Ed Emberley’s Drawing Book: Make a World by Ed Emberley. A drawing guide that shows how to draw anything with simple shapes. Aimed at younger children and the young at heart. “Sketchnotes 101: The Basics of Visual Note-taking” by Craighton Berman on the Core77 blog on June 21, 2011. This article provides the basics of sketchnoting aimed at an older age range, but the whole series offers great examples and inspiration. http://www.core77.com/ blog/sketchnotes/

Videos: The Sketchnote Podcast series by Mike Rohde at rohdesign.com. Ten free video episodes tackling common questions on sketchnoting not included in his book. Drawing in Class: Rachel Smith at TEDxUFM (youtube video). A free 20-minute presentation about visual notetaking by a senior consultant at Grove Consulting, one of the pioneers of graphic facilitation. She talks about getting “caught” doodling in class, and has a minidrawing lesson at the end

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