March/April 2011 Busybee by Busybee Magazine

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THE BUZZ FOR YAKIMA VALLEY PARENTS

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Published by Bristol Media PO Box 2683 Yakima, WA 98907 Publisher/Editor Sara Bristol 509.965.1686 sara@yakimabusybee.com Contact Sara today to advertise. Layout/Graphics Paul Murphy Be a part of Busybee! Local writers, photographers, experts and parents are invited to contribute. Please call to discuss. To subscribe visit www.yakimabusybee.com Busybee Magazine is published 6 times a year and distributed in Yakima County, Wash. All rights reserved. Any reproduction, in whole or part, without written permission of the publisher is prohibited. Opinions expressed by the writers or advertisers are not necessarily the opinions of the magazine or the publisher. Inclusion in the magazine does not constitute endorsement of information, products or services.

SARA BRISTOL I’VE BEEN LISTENING to knock-knock jokes, playing with paint and eating cupcakes. The theme of this issue is creativity, and working on it has been a lot of fun. Personally, I’m pretty pleased with the way it’s all come together. First, I have to give major props to the moms who have contributed their time and talents to help make Busybee better than I could have ever done on my own. I extend a HUGE thank you to the contributors listed on page 6... and an open invitation to other readers who would like to participate in the future. I really do want the magazine to reflect your interests, and to showcase different voices, so please let me know when you feel you have something to contribute. I’d also like to thank all of you who have passed a copy to a friend, “liked” the magazine on Facebook or submitted Like Us: facebook.com/yakimabusybee a story idea. Those little things Friend Me: facebook.com/yakima.mama do matter, so keep the ideas and photo submissions coming! If your kids haven’t been published yet, keep trying. For the upcoming summer issues, I’ll be looking for outdoorsy photos (camping, hiking, playing in the park, etc.). Make sure they’re in focus, and please include your name and the child’s name in the email. I think you’ll like a new feature I’m launching in this issue: Busybee Kids is an opportunity for you to share something special about your own kids, whatever that might be. On page 10, we have an imaginative 10-year-old who wrote a clever story (and her clever mama who found a cost-effective way to make it truly special). And page 16 highlights a fun-loving family of redheads that turn heads everywhere they go. So, tell me, what should we know about your Busybee?

cover kid This modeling business is hard work, especially when you have to paint your own backdrop! That’s 7-year-old Ashley Miles on our cover. A champion speller, the Zillah second-grader is the eldest daughter of Kristi and Matt Miles. We hear her mom’s still trying to find a wall large enough to hang Ashley’s latest masterpiece. Photo by Kelly Allan YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • MARCH | APRIL 2011

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a look

INSIDE

features >> 7 eye SPY ART Art museums and

galleries aren’t necessarily “hands on,” but they’re probably more kid-friendly than you’d expect.

in every issue 10 Meet allison An imaginary 3 editor’s note 6 contributors

25 storytimes

STRING THING They say music can make kids smarter (and lessons don’t have to cost a fortune).

26 daily planner

14 Rainbow cupcakes Make

23 fyi

34 reading for sanity

mushroom-monster comes to life when a school assignment gets self-published.

St. Patrick’s Day extra magical with these colorful cupcakes.

16 little redheads The Irish

don’t have all the luck. Did you know the U.S. has more redheads than any other country?

HAPPY easter Look here for a round-up of Yakima Valley egg hunts and a recipe for the season’s most adorable eatable.

21 VISIT ellensburg Where else can kids learn to rock climb, sign with chimps and top a day off with a scoop of Kevinlicious?

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FUN FACT Franklin enjoyed swimming and playing chess.

– Charge the balloon by rubbing it vigorously on dry hair or a sweater. – Slowly move the balloon near the stream of water and observe. WHAT HAPPENED? Rubbing the balloon on your hair creates friction that moves electrons from your hair to the balloon, charging it with static electricity. The neutral water will be attracted to the charged balloon and “bend” toward it.

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<< ARIANNE CABBAGE is someone’s mommy 4x over, occasionally moonlights as a nurse and loves to write. When she isn’t transporting kids to free events all over Yakima, Arianne can usually be found doing the dishes, or more likely, tapping away at her computer.

Yakima County Libraries, all branches Safeway on Nob Hill Boulevard Fiesta Foods in Yakima and Sunnyside Yakima Regional Medical & Cardiac Center Inklings Bookshop Glenwood Square Yakima Family YMCA Allied Arts Selah Civic Center Also, look for Busybee at your doctor and dentist’s offices, preschool or daycare.

>> MINDY OJA is a local blogger for the book review blog Reading For Sanity. Despite her somewhat exhausting job as a stay-at-home mother of three, if given the choice of napping or reading, she would choose reading every time. Why? She reads for sanity.

<< KELLY ALLAN is a busy mom and photographer. When she’s not chasing around her two children (Delaney, 5, and Grady, 2), she’s busy shooting newborn and children’s portraits for her photo biz, 7 Safaris Photography & Design, www.7safaris.com.

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>> RHIANN GATES is an army wife and the mommy of Sydnie, 8, and Luke, 3. Her family loves to camp, ski, make up silly songs and see how many pets they can incorporate into their already crazy lives. Rhiann likes to take pictures of it all. To see her work, look up Garden Gates Photography on Facebook.

we love it when you share Do you have a fabulous story idea or local event that we should know about? Are you a writer, photographer or artist who would like to contribute? We’d love to hear from you! Please contact Busybee Editor Sara Bristol at (509) 965-1686 or sara@yakimabusybee.com. 6

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art museums ￭

i have to admit, an art museum

is not the first place I’d think to take my kids. Sophisticated, quiet and full of things that shouldn’t be touched, museums that aren’t immediately preceded by the word “children’s” haven’t ranked high on my A-to-Zoo list the past seven years. But my kids are getting older now — school-aged, no longer preschoolers — and the things we’re able to do together are changing. And we’re having more fun, even if I’m a little slow to catch on to that. Last fall, one of my kids borrowed a copy of “Art Fraud Detective” from the library. As we settled down to read before bed, I quickly flipped through the book, written by Anna Nilsen, YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • MARCH | APRIL 2011

and decided it was a little too advanced for my K-2 crowd. I set it aside in lieu of picture books, but my son begged me to try the art book. I caved, and went to find a pencil and paper to duplicate the detective’s cluetracking chart that would help us crack the case. Somewhere in the realm of “Where’s Waldo?” this book is a spot-the-difference game featuring prints of 34 European masterpieces. The intro told us that 30 of of the paintings are fakes, and we’d have to look closely — the book comes with a magnifying glass — to find identifying clues on the forged paintings in order to solve the scandal. Armed with our clue-tracker sheet, we laid down on our tummies and spent the

next hour working our way through the first pages of the book. The next night, and the night after that, my kids wanted to continue looking through each page for clues. It took us a week, and a few cheats, to get to the end. And while I’m absolutely certain that my kids, ages 7 and 5, wouldn’t know van Gogh from Picasso, this is also true: They loved looking at the art. They loved the game, the same gimmick that makes “I Spy” so popular. Kids love to hunt for things. So, when visiting an art museum with young kids, worry less about teaching them about the art and focus more on getting them to look at the art. If you play the game right, visiting an art exhibit with kids might actually be more fun than visiting without them. >> 7

￭ art museums

“TALK ABOUT THE ART with your eyes

DID YOU KNOW? An art gallery has rotating exhibits throughout the year while a museum has permanent collections and rotating exhibits.

ARTETIQUETTE It is very important to know the etiquette in a museum or gallery: • If you did not make the art, you cannot touch the art. Stand at arm’s length away from each piece. • No running or yelling is ever allowed. During the visit, you may need to remind your child to be quiet and not run or touch the art. Having a fun “reminder cue” with your child will help you and your child have a more enjoyable visit. — Laurie Hansen, Gallery One

using the ‘I Spy’ game,” suggests Laurie Hansen of Ellensburg’s Gallery One. Ask kids to “spy” a circle, or something red, or something silly... Ask them to count how many birds are in a picture. “Ask questions about what is happening in the piece of art,” Laurie suggests. “If it’s an abstract painting ask what ‘pops out’ to them as far as line, color, and texture. “ She encourages parents to ask children how a painting makes them feel, and talk about the little details that help tell the story of the piece. Ask what their favorite piece is, and why.

Planning is the key to a good visit, Laurie advises. “Most young children have a short attention span. That’s why it’s important to know what you want to see ahead of time, so that’s where your focus should be when you arrive.” Some galleries and museums are free, but others are costly and you will want to plan your visit, especially if it is a large place like the Seattle Art Museum. Take the time to call ahead or visit the museum or gallery website to see if there are any special guidelines for children, or if there are special exhibits, hands-on art or an art room where children can create their own masterpieces.

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The age of your children will guide your discussion. For younger kids, focus on shapes and colors. School-age kids will have a growing interest in the types of medium used and deciphering whether a piece is realistic or abstract. “It is helpful to read labels on each piece, it will give you clues about the art,” Laurie says. “Most children will enjoy reading these labels with you.”

Keep your expectations in check: “It can be nice to focus on about three pieces,” says Alyssa Skiles, program manager at Allied Arts. “For kids, it can be overwhelming to look at piece after piece.” If you can afford it, buy something at the gallery or museum that has something to do with the exhibit you looked at. If nothing else, there are usually postcards or pamphlets to take as mementos. Consider bringing a sketch book and pencil (no pens) and ask for permission to sketch in the gallery. As a follow up after your visit, go home and do some art that reminds you of what you saw. Even a simple drawing will reinforce what you experienced. And, if you find that you really enjoyed yourself, consider joining the museum or gallery to take advantage of discounts and other events and activities offered.

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artspieswelcome ALLIED ARTS | The 1,000-squarefoot Peggy Lewis Gallery inside Allied Arts is open weekdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Admission is free, making this a great in-town stop for a first-time gallery visit. | Allied Arts also hosts art classes and workshops for both children and adults, as well as special summer programs. | Allied Arts is located at 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima | 509966-0930 | alliedartsyakima.org GALLERY ONE | Explore three

levels of rotating art exhibits at this non-profit arts center in downtown Ellensburg, which offers art classes for all ages as well as monthly Saturday printmaking workshops designed for families. | The gallery is open daily and admission is free; check the website for hours. | The gallery is located at 408 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg | 509-925-2670 | gallery-one.org

MARYHILL MUSEUM OF ART |

Located in a chateau overlooking the Columbia River, this place has “day trip” written all over it. The collection includes Rodin sculptures, jewels from a Romanian queen and ancient petroglyphs. Intrigued? The EyeSEE Activity Room has handson activities, and Family Fun days feature special kid-oriented activities as well as free admission for ages 17 and other with a paying adult. | The museum is open daily, March 15-Nov. 15. | Admission is $9 for adults, $8 seniors, $3 students 7-16, and children 6 and under free; or $25 for a family with two adults and two children under 18. Better yet, stop by a Yakima Valley library and ask to check out an Access Art pass that allows one family and four guests to visit the museum for free. | Family Fun day events will be from 1-4 p.m. March 19, April 24, May 21, June 11 and July 4. | Cafe, gift shop and picnic areas. | The museum is south of Goldendale on State Route 14, about 90 minutes south of Yakima | 509-773-3733 | maryhillmuseum.org

SEATTLE ART MUSEUM | Called SAM by those in the know, this downtown art museum offers Family Fun events on many second Saturdays that include special performances, kidinspired gallery tours and hands-on project. There’s also a kid-friendly play space in the South Building. | Admission is $15 for adults, $9 students 13-17, and ages 12 and under are free. | Restaurant and gift shop. | Open daily, save a handful of major holidays. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. ThursdayFriday. | The museum is located at 1300 First Ave., Seattle | 206-654-3100 | Find information for families and educators at seattleartmuseum.org/ learn.

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￭ busybee kids

Meet Allison, published author Last year, in the fourth grade, Allison Bender’s teacher gave an assignment to write a story about a monster. “I didn’t know what to do, so I just drew a mushroom,” the 10-year-old recalls. From that initial idea, Allison spun a tale about finding a small mushroom in her bedroom. When she picked up the mushroom, it bit off her finger. Then Mushmellow walked to the fridge and took two leaves of spinach before heading to the couch to watch some TV. Allison’s mom Joy loved the imaginative story so much she thought it would be fun to have it printed as a book. After doing some research online, Joy discovered Lulu.com, a self-publishing site that doesn’t have prohibitive start-up fees or minimum orders. You can order a single book, starting at less than $10. Various sizes and binding options are available, and the finished product is professional. “It looks just like you could buy it at the 10

bookstore,” Joy says. Actually, if you like, you can add a free ISBN number and list the book on Amazon.com. Mushmellow is listed for $9.95 on Lulu, but it’s also available to download for free. The Benders aren’t trying to market the book, but they did buy extra copies to give as gifts. “It has been a huge hit,” Joy says. “It is handsdown the best project so far that I have done with one of my kids.” A year later, Mushmellow remains so special to Allison that her mom had another clever idea: She hired Karen McClain, a Yakima mom and seamstress (kyndcoastalcreations.com), to create a custom doll based on Allison’s illustrations. “It cost a little more than a stuffed animal at the store, but it’s pretty special,” Joy says. — Sara Bristol

Yakima fifth-grader Allison Bender holds a copy of her self-published book, Mushmellow. photo by rhiann gates

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music lessons ďż

STORY by arianne cabbage photographs by kelly allan

verall, music, in almost every way, is one of the best brain development tools we have at our disposal. And, if you know the right people, and happen to live nearby, it can be free. Busybee spent a recent Thursday morning visiting

Just Add Strings, a free strings program offered by Yakima mommy and music teacher Lacey Lopez. Walking into the Terrace Heights Elementary School gymnasium, we were met with a scene of carefully controlled chaos. The openness of the gym allowed the sound of varied string instruments plus one keyboard full range as it traveled back to the entrance where I stood with my 4-year-old and 2-year-old as we carefully navigated our way around instrument cases, stands, coats and the scattered groups of mommies like me, containing younger siblings with bags of cheerios and toddlerrelated paraphernalia. >>

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￭ music lessons

oday, the beginner groups 1 instruction in particular, can make your and 2 are having their rehearsal time. Sur- child smarter. But what is it about enduring rounded by a half circle of musicians, Lac- those hours of joyous drum banging, piano ey holds her own violin up to her chin as thumping, and the overall screeching vashe leads the group through practice. With riety of noise and melody that goes along three of her own children involved in the with said wonderful process of becoming strings program and one definitely on the smarter? A lot more than you would think. way, Lacey is, in a word, busy these days. First of all is the overall Lacey formed Just Add academic benefits. ReStrings, or JAS, two years search shows that music ago in Yakima, patterninstruction improves spaing it after a similar free tial reasoning skills that community strings group are important in the deshe spearheaded in Elvelopment of mathematilensburg. Her motivation cal skills such as proporstemmed from her own tions and fractions. Music experience as a young vioinstruction involves coorlist when her parents had dination of sight, hearing to take her out of private and feeling, a multi-sensolessons due to finances. ry process that, as it turns “I decided to do this out, is very similar to the (JAS) because no child anna wilkinson, 8, process needed for speakshould be blocked acwest valley ing and reading skills. cess to musical education In fact, recent research has shown that simply because they can’t pay,” Lacey exmusic may play a more important role in plains. “Plus, I love to teach.” language development than basic phonics Everyone has heard the theory as music training develops a sensitivity to that participation in the arts, and music changes in subtle tonal differences. Addi-

tionally, music improves verbal memory, potentially making studying for school a much easier experience. On top of which, it also is great for the development of fine motor skills. Of course, music is more than a way to prime for a positive school experience. Music connects us socially through tradition and play. It bonds us to family through our infancy with bedtime lullabies to shared practice times with parents. Research has shown that just listening to music triggers the brain to release the chemical dopamine, which has a resulting effect of improving mood, in much the same way that physical activity has been shown to combat feelings of depression. Musical instruction also inspires confidence, can improve self esteem and encourages physical activity.

Growing mainly through word of mouth, Just Add Strings now brags a hearty 80 students, ranging from age 4 to adult, who are divided into six different skill levels. The program is open to the public and meets weekday mornings before classes at Terrace Heights Elementary School. “Our family moved to Yakima two weeks before school started,” says Emily Ar-

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Kadmiel LOpez, 5, of Yakima, and pryce hartman, 7, of moxee chibald. When her daughter expressed interest in the strings program, Emily wasn’t sure how it would all work, but Lacey “found an instrument and had our daughter ready to go in the program before (the) first day of school.” Crystal Kuntz, another parent of a budding strings player, states that while her kids haven’t been participating during the school year because of time conflicts, “the summer program worked great! Lacey really knows her music and is able to keep track of so much that the summer program was a huge success.”

Jennifer Ramos summed it up with “that phone call (to Lacey) has paid off and has brought a lot of enjoyment to our home.” The classes are free and open to all ages and levels, adults included. Students need to provide their own instrument and equipment (about $30 for a music stand and $20 for the music notebook); call Lacey before making any purchases, as she is able to guide you through the rental/purchasing process in the least expensive way possible. If you’re interested in getting involved, call Lacey at 509-859-3993 or reach her by email at lopezfamily99@sbcglobal.net.

The Yakima Youth Symphony Orchestra (YYSO) and Yakima Ensemble for Strings (YES!) will give a special Kinderkoncert targeted at children ages 2-10 at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27, at the Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St., Yakima. Following the 45-minute performance, the audience is welcome to visit with the musicians and touch the instruments in the Instrument Petting Zoo. Admission is free; donations are accepted. The YYSO Spring Concert will be held from 3-4:15 p.m. Sunday, April 17, at the Capitol Theatre. For more information, visit yyso.org or call 509-248-1414.

ANOTHER FLAVOR: FIDDLE KIDS The Fiddle Kids Club will give a free heel-tappin’ concert, “Gone Fiddling Again,” at 7 p.m. Friday, April 8 in the Living Care Retirement Center auditorium, 3801 Summitview Ave., Yakima. The public is welcome. Fiddle Kids Club is a free group for third- and fourth-grade West Valley students led by instructor Cheryl Hall, 509-949-2100.

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LOTS O’GIGGLES Adorable little Sydney Miles, age 4½, entertained us with knock-knock jokes during her photo shoot. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, here are a few rib-ticklers to try on your kids: Knock Knock Who’s there? Irish! Irish who? Irish you a Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Why do people wear shamrocks on St. Patrick’s Day? Because real rocks are too heavy. When is an Irish potato not an Irish potato? When it’s a French fry! What kind of music does a leprechaun band play? Shamrock ‘n’ roll Where would you find a leprechaun baseball team? In the Little League! Do leprechauns get angry when you make fun of their height? Yeah, but only a little! What do you get if you cross poison ivy with a four-leaf clover? A rash of good luck! photos by kelly allan

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WE CAN’T TELL YOU where to find the pot of gold, but you’re guaranteed to find a smile at the end of these rainbow cupcakes. They’re easy to make and kids will love to help stir the colored batter (or surprise your wee ones with a visit from a leprechaun who leaves behind magical delights).

Rainbow cupcakes WHAT YOU NEED

DYE GUIDE

White cake mix + ingredients Food coloring (red, green, blue and yellow) Baking cups Whipped cream or vanilla frosting

Purple — 9 red + 6 blue drops Blue — 12 drops Green — 12 drops Yellow — 12 drops Orange — 12 yellow + 4 red drops Red — 18 drops

WHAT YOU DO Prepare your favorite white cake mix according to the instructions on the box. then divide the batter evenly among six small bowls. Following the dye guide above, dye each bowl of batter a rainbow color. Line 16 muffin pan wells with baking cups. Using a spoon, evenly distribute the purple batter among the cups, then blue, and so on. As you go, gently spread each layer with the back of the spoon to cover the color underneath.

EXPERIMENT with your school or team colors for more cupcake fun.

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Bake the cupcakes according to your recipe directions. Before serving, remove the paper wrapping and top each cupcake with a whipped-cream cloud.

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little REDHEADS

are so much fun!

ike Charlie Brown, it seems we’re all smitten by a little red-headed girl (or boy). “We can’t go anywhere in public without drawing attention,” says Yakima mom Rachel Suhm, who has three little redheads. “Of course, we do other things to attract attention, like wearing Tinkerbell costumes in public.” There’s no use in trying to be inconspicuous when Rachel’s got the kids in tow. Even one little redhead in the shopping cart is likely to catch the eye of other shoppers, and when all three kids tag along, “We are a sight!” Red hair runs in Rachel’s family, which traces Scottish and Irish roots. Though her own hair is no longer red, Rachel had bright red hair as a toddler and her father, a redhead, called her by the nickname Red well into college. While they don’t know of any redheads in husband Tyler’s family, both he and Rachel must be a carrier of the recessive redhead gene in order to have redheaded kids. Still, it’s unusual to have three gingers in the same family. “The best part is watching people’s faces as they light up with smiles when we are all out in public together,” says Rachel. For the most part, the family enjoys the attention and think it’s fun to hear stories about other people’s redhead connections. “Except if I’m in a hurry and just trying to zip through,” Rachel says. Most often associated with Ireland, red hair is actually more common in Scotland, where 13 percent of the population has red on their head compared with 10 percent on the Emerald Isle. And while it’s considerably less common in the U.S. (about 2 percent of the population), we actually boast the most redheads, with as many as 18 million compared to 650,000 in Scotland. “We’ve had a fun time with it,” Rachel says. “I love being the mom of redheads.” — Sara Bristol 16

This page featuring the Suhm family of Yakima is inspired by the book “Little Redheads Across America” by Nicole Giladi, which features beautiful photos of kids from all 50 states as well as interesting facts about redheads. For more about the book ($24.99 or 2/$30), visit littleredheadsacrossamerica.com. WIN A COPY OF THE BOOK!

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busybee kids ￭

KATiE, age 5

OTHER RED-HEADED READS

Has natural curls. I just love get ting a “toe spa” pedicure from mom while drinking hot cocoa. Other favorites: Her kindergarten teacher and reading.

Freckleface Strawberry by Julianne Moore | Ages 3-8 | Based on her own childhood experiences, acclaimed actress and red-headed mama Julianne Moore’s book is the story of a little girl who is different, just like everybody else. Fancy Nancy by Jane O’Connor | Ages 4-8 | From her lace-trimmed socks to her vocabulary (stupendous), young Nancy likes everything better when it’s fancy. But, alas, her family is plain.

ELLiE, age 2½

Wears her hair in piggy buns. I just love sharing avocados with Daddy.. Other favorites: Chewing gum and telling knock-knock jokes, often without a punchline.

Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren | Ages 9-12 | Children love 9-year-old Pippi, an unconventional and assertive girl who lives alone (with a monkey) and has superhuman strength.

LUCAS, age 15 months Was born on Grandpa Cy’s 75th birthday. I just love dancing. Other favorites: Blowing kisses and giggling at his sisters.

Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery | Ages 9 and up | This beloved classic introduces the precocious 11-year-old orphan with long red braids and literary aspirations who puts words to every girl’s yearning for a true bosom friend.

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hop to it! Easter egg hunts Easter may be extremely late this year, but you’ll want to arrive plenty early if you’re planning on going to a community-wide egg hunt. These events typically start right on time and end quickly, so you’ll miss all the fun if you find yourself hunting too long for a parking spot. Most hunts are free, but kids need to bring a basket for gathering goodies. Mom and Dad, don’t forget your camera!

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BAA, BAA SWEET SHEEP Whether you’re hosting a baby shower, Easter brunch or just looking for an excuse to buy mini-marshmallows, you can’t go wrong with these little lambs. For instructions on how to make this oh-so-simple treat, turn to page 20. Photo by kelly allan

TEEN FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT | 8 p.m. Teens ages 13-16 are invited to hunt for eggs in the dark at Yakima’s Fisher Park Golf Course. Prizes include movie tickets and CDs, and there will be candy and soda, too. Cost is $5 for Yakima residents, $7 for non-residents. Organized by Yakima Parks & Recreation, 509-575-6020. BUNNY PHOTOS AT VALLEY MALL | OK, this isn’t an egg hunt, but we thought you might like a photo with the Easter Bunny. He’ll be holding court daily from April 15-23 in the Center Court at Valley Mall, shopatvalleymall. Juliette WIN TER marney com. Photos will be available for purchase.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 23 YAKIMA | 10 a.m. to noon at the Yakima Valley Museum’s H.M. Gilbert Homeplace, 2109 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima; 509-248-0747. Color eggs before and during the staggered hunts: Children ages 1-3 years, 10:15 a.m. in Elm Gardens; ages 4-6, 10:30 a.m. in the back garden; ages 7-9, 10:45 a.m. in the front yard; ages 10-12, 11:30 a.m. in the front yard. The event is free, and donations are appreciated. SUNNYSIDE | 10 a.m. at Darigold Dairy Fair, 400 Alexander Road; Tami, 509837-4321. Children ages 1-9 are invited to meet Darigold mascot Smooth the Cow and hunt eggs filled with candy and prizes. GRANDVIEW | Enjoy hotcakes and sausage at the Grandview Kiwanis’ annual Bunny Breakfast, served from 8:30-10 a.m. Cost is $4 adults and $3 for kids 8 and under. An egg hunt for kids ages 1-8 begins at 10 a.m. Cost is $1 per child. Visit continued next page >>

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￭ happy easter Heather barbee, age 3

Ewe can do it! Honestly, folks, shear cuteness has never been easier.

Patrick “putter” spry

WHAT YOU NEED * Pepperidge Farm Milano cookies * White minature marshmallows * White candy coating (almond bark) * Miniature chocolate chip * Peanut M&Ms

WHAT YOU DO 1) To form the body, use melted white candy coating (found in the baking aisle) as glue to attach mini marshmallows to a Milano cookie. 2) Attach 4 Peanut M&Ms for hooves. 3) Use candy coating to attach a second Milano cookie for a head. 4) Attach 2 mini marshmallows for eyes. Attach a miniature chocolate chip to each eye.

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the Easter Bunny and a small petting zoo. Located at the Country Park Event Center, 812 Wallace Way; 509-882-9219.

Free egg hunt for ages 12 and younger. Bring a picnic and enjoy this 200-acre park within the Yakama Reservation.

SUNCADIA | 9:30 a.m. Join a free community egg hunt throughout the Prospector Golf Course Driving Range. Afterwards, brunch ($17 adults, $9 ages 5-12, 4 and younger free) and photo ops with the Easter Bunny will be available in the Rialto Ballroom from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum, suncadiaresort.com; 509-649-6400.

PROSSER | 10 a.m. at Art Fiker Stadium Hill on Paterson Road. The Easter Bunny will read stories and pose for pictures following this egg hunt for ages 9 and younger. All participants receive a book. Sponsored by Prosser Kiwanis and Prosser Chamber of Commerce, 509-786-3177.

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FORT SIMCOE | 10 a.m. at Fort Simcoe State Park, 5150 Fort Simcoe Road, seven miles west of White Swan; 509-874-2372.

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WHITE PASS | 1 p.m. at the west end of the White Pass lodge, 50 miles west of Yakima on U.S. Highway 12; skiwhitepass. com. Kid (12 and under) should sign up by 12:30 p.m. to participate in this annual egg hunt in the snow. Skiers can search for eggs at 1 p.m. on the Holiday run.

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Kids can climb a 50-foot rock wall at Central Washington University.

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visitellensburg Sometimes, it’s just good to get out of town and try something new. You won’t need to look far: the little rodeo-meets-university town of Ellensburg has a “different flavor” than Yakima. (That’s what the Winegars employee said as he passed a scoop of Jazzy Joe’s White Chocolate Raspberry over the counter. And I had to admit, I’d never tried that flavor before.) The drive to Ellensburg takes just over 30 minutes from Yakima, heading north on Interstate 82. You’ll merge onto I-90 west just a few minutes before taking the city center exit. The town itself is laid out on a grid and easy to navigate with some cute shops and restaurants downtown. Here’s a taste of E-burg’s kid-friendly menu: CWU YOUTH CLIMBING PROGRAMS | This rocks! The Central Washington University Recreation Center has a 50-foot climbing wall with youth programs that are open to the public. The Kid’s Rock program gives kids ages 6-12 the opportunity to learn to climb, as well as play games and other activities Sundays from 4-6 p.m. Because participants are able to register for a single session, this program is ideal for Yakima-area day trippers. The cost is $12, and continued next page >> YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • MARCH | APRIL 2011

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Learn about facinating chimps at a Weekend Chimposium.

Kids will love the colorful folk art at Dick & Jane’s Spot.

a parent is required to stay on site; be sure to register in advance. More ambitious weekly climbing classes are available for kids ages 9-15 with a keen interest and regular transportation. For more information, visit www.cwu.edu/~rec or call Ryan Hopkins at 509-963-3536.

If you’ve been here before, the museum moved around the corner last year to 118 E. Fourth Avenue. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and noon-7 p.m. Thursdays; closed Sunday-Tuesday. Admission is $4.25 per person, or $14.50 per family.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUMS | It’s pretty amazing that chimpanzees can use sign language, and we’re pretty lucky to be able to learn about these chimps first-hand at CWU, where the Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute offers one-hour educational weekend workshops MarchNovember. Admission is $11 for adults and $8.50 for students. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and the Chimposiums aren’t recommended for kids under 6. Reservations are recommended; call 509-963-2244. For more info, visit www.cwu.edu/~cwuchci.

HAND ME DOWN | Find gently used clothes and gear, as well as cloth diaper supplies and education toys, at this momowned consignment shop, located at 400 S. Main Street; 509-933-2229.

DICK & JANE’S SPOT | Featured in the book “Weird Washington,” this elaborately decorated private home has served as an outdoor canvas to its artists-in-residence for nearly 30 years. Just a few blocks from the center of town, right next door to the skate park, the spot at 101 N. Pearl Street has its own postcard vending machine but gawking is absolutely free. See a slideshow at reflectorart.com. CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY MUSEUM | Younger kids will enjoy this hands-on haven where they can explore a play market, vet clinic, submarine and fort.

SOAPENDIPITY | This new shop at 105 E. Third Avenue offers good, clean fun: Families can stop by the Soap Bar to make some suds together. Thirty-minute sessions are $7/person or $25 for a family with two adults and up to three kids. Hours are 4-7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays; call 425343-7229 to confirm. KID-FRIENDLY FOOD | If your kids are like mine, they get hungry a few times a day. Near the university, Campus U-Tote-Em (810 E. University Way; campusutotem.com) hits the spot with lots of choices: burgers, corn dogs, fish & chips, sandwiches and shakes. For a sweet scoop of Rocky Rodeo, Kevinlicious or another only-in-Ellensburg flavor, stop by Winegars Homemade Ice Cream & Coffee at 1013 E. University Way or 608 N. Main St.; winegars.us. — Sara Bristol

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THE LAST HURRAH You might feel ready for spring, but the White Pass Winter Carnival is worth taking another snow day. This weekend festival features special youth ski/snowboard events and plenty of fun for non-skiers, too. The 25th annual event, featuring a huge snow castle with a tubing slope, will be March 5-6. There’s a professional snow sculpture competition, carnival games, ski races, live music and a Saturday evening torchlight parade and fireworks. For a complete schedule, visit skiwhitepass.com and follow the menus to The Mountain > Events > Winter Carnival. courtesy photo

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Does your child need help with organization? The Yakima Valley Hearing & Speech Center is hosting a free one-hour educational workshop for parents, “Organizing the Disorganized Child.” Presenting the workshop will be Marcella Moran, a licensed mental health counselor and psychotherapist specializing in ADHD, who authored a book on the same subject. Topics include morning and nighttime routines, study skills and organizational styles. The workshop will be at 7 p.m. April 4 in the auditorium at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital, 2811 Tieton Drive, Yakima. Parents also are welcome to attend a more in-depth, all-day professional workshop April 5 at the Yakima Valley Museum. Advance registration is required. Aimed at professionals including speech language pathologists and educators, the workshop fee is $125; parents can attend for just $20. To register for the professional workshop, or more information, call the Hearing & Speech Center at 509453-8248.

Parents can learn what’s normal and what to expect when a baby cries along with calming techniques in a one-hour class “The Period of Purple Crying: A New Way of Understanding Your Baby’s Crying,” presented by Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital’s Community Education. Moms, dads and babies are welcome. Cost is $3, includes an educational DVD to use at home. Offered at 1 p.m. March 9 or April 21. For more information, or to register, call Community Education at 509-575-8484. For Spanish, call 225-3178.

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will I need another c-Section? Dr. Roger Rowles will present a free informational seminar for mothers who have had a cesarean birth and are interested in learning about their options for a future vaginal delivery. A one-hour Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Workhop will be held at 7 p.m. April 28 in Yakima. The workshop is free, but registration is required. To register, call Memorial Hospital’s Community Education at 509-575-8484. For Spanish, call 509-225-3178. 23

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HANDS-ON EARTH FESTIVAL

The Yakima Kids’ Fish-In aims to get kids hooked on fishing. Open to youth ages 5-14, this one-day event at Sarg Hubbard Park is one of the largest justfor-kids events in the Yakima Valley. As many as 1,000 youngsters will participate this year. Here’s the deal: This year’s Fish-In (formerly Fishing Kids) will be Saturday, April 23. The cost is $7 per kid, for which participants receive a fishing rod, reel, bait and an opportunity to catch up to two fish in the park’s Reflection Pond. You’ll need to register in advance: The priority deadline is April 13, and the final deadline is April 22 (limited to 1,000 kids). Participants will be assigned a 30-minute fishing time. Fish will be cleaned and bagged in ice on-site. Download a registration form at yakimagreenway.org or call the Yakima Greenway Foundation for more information, 509-453-8280.

Children can learn how all living things make up “The Circle of Life” at the Yakima Area Arboretum’s 12th annual Arbor Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 16. Truly one of Yakima’s best events for kids, this free, mostly outdoor event features more than two dozen educational stations with hands-on activities highlighting plants and animals. Families can plant a tree, learn about worm composting, look at bugs, make crafts and more. There will be live music and food vendors; picnics are welcome. The Arboretum, a tree park, is located at 1401 Arboretum Drive just east of the Interstate 82/Nob Hill Boulevard interchange. For more information, visit ahtrees.org or call 509-248-7337.

FREE SWIM LESSONS Children ages 3-14 can take free swim lessons on Spring Break at the Yakima Family YMCA’s annual Learn to Swim Week, March 28-April 1. The program is free, but registration is required and participation is limited. Thirty-minute classes will meet Monday through Friday. Morning, afternoon and evening classes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, stop by the YMCA at 5 N. Naches Avenue; for questions, call 509-248-1202.

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storytimes BILINGUAL STORY HOUR for

children up to age 5, organized by Catholic Family & Child Service and Ready By Five. Meets from 10-11 a.m. March 9 and 23 and April 13 and 27 in the Children’s Underground at the Yakima Valley Museum, 2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509965-7100 ext. 1019.

BORDERS, 1700 E. Washington Ave.,

Union Gap; 509-248-4018. Storytime, 9:30 a.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. Saturdays.

INKLINGS BOOKSHOP, located at

Chalet Place, 56th and Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-965-5830. Toddler story time, 10 a.m. Tuesdays.

YAKAMA NATION LIBRARY,

located in the Yakama Nation Museum & Cultural Center, Toppenish; 509-865-2800 ext. 6. Storytime on alternate Wednesdays, call for details.

Yakima Valley Libraries

BUENA, 801 Buena Road; 509-865-3390. BLAST After School Tutoring for grades K-5, 3:30 p.m April 26-28; for grades 6-8, 5:30 p.m. April 26-28. GRANGER, 508 Sunnyside Ave.; 509-854-1446. Storytime with Clifford, 10:30 a.m. March 2. MOXEE, 255 W. Seattle; 509-575-8854. Preschool Storytime, 11 a.m. Mondays. Kito Manga Teen Club, 4 p.m. Tuesdays. Storytime with Clifford, 11 a.m. March 7. NACHES, 303 Naches Ave.; 509-6532005. Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Kid Zone school-age activities, 4 p.m. Thursdays. Storytime with Clifford, 10:30 a.m. March 9. SELAH, 106 S. Second St.; 509-698-7345. Baby Lapsit, 11:15 a.m. Wednesdays. Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Teen YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • MARCH | APRIL 2011

Tuesday, 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Storytime with Clifford, 10 a.m. March 3 and 1:30 p.m. March 9. SOUTHEAST YAKIMA, 1211 S. Seventh St.; 509-576-0723. Girls Club, 3:30 p.m. Fridays. SUMMITVIEW, 5709 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-966-7070. Baby Lapsit, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Preschool Storytime, 11 a.m. Wednesdays. Storytime with Clifford, 11 a.m. March 16. SUNNYSIDE, 621 Grant, Sunnyside; 509-837-3234. Baby Lapsit, 11 a.m. Thursdays. Preschool Story Time, 10 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Fridays. Storytime with Clifford, 11 a.m. March 4. TERRACE HEIGHTS, 4011 Commonwealth Drive, Yakima; 509-457-5319. Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Storytime with Clifford, 10:30 a.m. March 10.

Storytime with Clifford Everyone’s favorite Big Red Dog is coming to play at Yakima Valley Libraries in March. Especially for preschoolers, “Storytime with Clifford” events will feature a story, song, coloring activity and opportunity to meet and take photos with a costumed character of Clifford the Big Red Dog. Events at the library are always free! Check the list at the left for schedule details.

BREAK @ THE LIBRARY Fifteen Yakima Valley libraries will host drop-in, spring-themed crafts during Spring Break, March 28-April 2 (and April 4-8 in Sunnyside). For the schedule, visit yvl.org.

TOPPENISH, 1 S. Elm St.; 509-865-3600. Preschool Storytime, 10:45 a.m. Fridays. Storytime with Clifford, 10:30 a.m. March 11. UNION GAP, 3104 S. First St.; 509-452-4252. Preschool Storytime, 1 p.m. Tuesdays, except Jan. 4. Storytime with Clifford, 1 p.m. March 8. YAKIMA, 102 N. Third St.; 509-4528541. Baby Lapsit, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Hora de Cuentos para Preescolares/Spanish Preschool Storytime, 2 p.m. Saturdays. Teen Yaki-Manga Anime/Manga Club, 4:30 p.m. Thursdays. Storytime with Clifford, 10:30 a.m. March 17. 25

￭ daily planner Saturday Feb. 26 ENGINEERING DAY FOR KIDS — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hands-on activities designed to get school-aged kids excited about science, math and engineering. Free. Held in the YVCC Hopf Union Building (HUB) in Yakima; download a campus map at yvcc.edu. Sponsored by the American Society of Civil Engineers. LOWE’S BUILD & GROW CLINIC — 10 a.m. Reservations recommended. Free building workshop for children and parents. Today’s project: Race car. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509-248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com KIDS’ YOGA — 10:30-11 a.m. Drop-in workshop for kids ages 4-8 introduces yoga basics in a fun, non-competitive environment. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water. Cost: $13 per family. Arrive 10 minutes early for first session. Yakima Yoga, 25 N. Front St., Suite 4, Yakima; 509-2250650; yakimayoga.com OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING TOURNAMENT — 12:30 p.m. Ron’s Coin & Book, 6 N. Third St., Yakima; 509-248-1117.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELMO! — 2 p.m. While

Elmo celebrates on Sesame Street, kids ages 3-6 are invited to a special event at Borders, 1700 E. Washington Ave., Union Gap; 509-248-4018.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. Games, swimming, skits and other activities for youth ages 7-15. Free. Sign-in required. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; yakimaymca. org; Doug Berndt, 509-972-5269.

Sunday Feb. 27 KINDERKONCERT — 3 p.m. The Yakima Youth Symphony Orchestra and Yakima Ensemble for Strings give a concert especially for children ages 2-10. After the 45-minute performance, visit with the musicians and play in the Instrument Petting Zoo. Free admission; donations accepted. Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St., Yakima. yyso.org

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Monday Feb. 28

Tuesday, March 1

WEST SIDE MOPS — 9-11 a.m. Mothers of Preschoolers. West Side Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; Christy, 509-457-2888.

DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE A READING PROBLEM? — 7 p.m. Free workshop for parents

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. Drop-in

playtime for parents and tots up to 3 years. Cost: $3.75 adults; kids 3 and younger are free. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509-575-6046.

MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion

group for moms with infants under 1 year. Now meeting at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital’s Community Education in the Nob Hill Plaza, 2506 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-575-8484.

ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. Drop-in studio time for parents and kids ages 5 and under. Cost is $5. Red Art & Sunflower Studio, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. Drop-in

studio time for all ages. Cost is $12. Red Art & Sunflower Studio, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766.

and teachers. Learn how vision therapy can help students who are struggling with school and reading. Call to register, 509-654-9256. Workshop meets at Washington Vision Therapy Center, 3909 Creekside Loop, Suite 150, Yakima.

Wednesday, March 2 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15-11:30 a.m.

Faith-based mothers’ group includes activities with the kids, then just for moms. All ages welcome. For child care reservations, call 509966-1900. For more information, email katejoyt@ hotmail.com. Meets at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima.

INDOOR PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME — 10 a.m.

to noon. Bring trikes, bikes and other wheeled toys to ride inside the Selah Civic Center, 216 S. First St. Free. Call ahead to confirm schedule, 698-7303.

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28.

Mommy Time

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daily planner ￭ KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY — 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Two kids play for the price of one Wednesdays at this inside jungle gym. Ages 3 and up, $5.25/hour or $8 unlimited; ages 1-2, $2.50 unlimited. Socks required. Open daily, hours vary; open gym weekend rates higher. Located inside Gymnastics Plus at 2121 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509-453-8126. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28 DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS — 6:30-8 p.m. Support group for children whose parents are divorced or separated. Adult group meets at same time. Nursery care available. Meets at Roosevelt Elementary, corner of 16th and Summitview avenues, Yakima. Dan, 509-930-1420. yakimadivorcecare.net

Thursday, March 3 ONCE ON THIS ISLAND — 7 p.m. Set on a Caribbean Island, this musical tells the story of a young girl saved from a flood and raised by peasants who longs for a grander life. A tale of forbidden love told through music and dance. Suitable for all ages. Tickets are $7; available at the door. The Ike Little Theatre is located at Eisenhower High, S. 40th and Arlington, Yakima.

Friday, March 4 FIRST PRES MOPS — 9-11:15 a.m. Mothers of

Preschoolers. Spanish speakers, grandmothers raising grandchildren and home-schoolers welcome. First Presbyterian Church, 9 S. Eighth Ave., Yakima; Julie, 509-307-4887.

WAPATO KIDSCREEN — Noon-5 p.m. Free. Preliminary screenings for kids ages 0-6 for hearing, vision, dental, cognitive and behavioral development. A parent or guardian must be present; bring child’s immunization card. St. Peter Claver Catholic Church at 528 E. Camas, Wapato. Frank Ramirez, 509-454-3103. www.kidscreen.info

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FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m.

Recreational swim featuring loud ‘80s music. Special rates: $1 adult, 50¢ youth. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509-575-6046.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND — 7 p.m. See March 3.

Saturday, March 5 WHITE PASS WINTER CARNIVAL — This 25th annual event features a huge snow castle with tubing hill (free), carnival games, professional snow sculpture contest, ski/snowboard races, Saturday night fireworks and live music. skiwhitepass.com

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HOME DEPOT KIDS WORKSHOP — 9 a.m.

to noon. Drop-in wood crafts for ages 5-12. The Home Depot, 2115 S. First St., Yakima; 509-452-3016.

ACE KIDS CLUB — 10 a.m. to noon. Drop-in

crafts for ages 3-12. Hometown Ace Hardware, 3700 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-972-4400.

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RIGHT: Abbie Vargas, 3

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. Games,

BELOW: Kenan Rottman, 6, stands next to his entry at the fair.

swimming, skits and other activities for youth ages 7-15. Free. Sign-in required. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; yakimaymca. org; Doug Berndt, 509-972-5269.

CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP — 6-8 p.m. Free learning activities for parents and

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND — 7 p.m. See March 3.

Thursday, March 10

Sunday, March 6

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND — 7 p.m. See March 3.

WHITE PASS WINTER CARNIVAL — See March 5.

Friday, March 11

Monday, March 7

GYMKIDS FUN FRIDAY — 6-9 p.m. Drop off

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28. ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. See Feb. 28.

FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7 p.m. See March 4.

KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND — 7 p.m. See March 3.

Tuesday, March 8

Saturday, March 12

TEEN MOPS — 4:15-5:30 p.m. Open to teen

mothers through age 21. Meets at Stanton Academy Alternative School, 901 W. Whitman St., Yakima; call Holli, 453-4206.

CENTRAL WASHINGTON KARATE CHAMPIONSHIPS — 10 a.m., Elimination

LA LECHE LEAGUE — 6 p.m. Support for

rounds begin. Demonstrations and Finals at 7 p.m. Tickets at the door. Hosted by Yakima School of Karate (509-457-5462; yakimakarate.com) in the YVCC Sherar Gym, 16th Avenue and and Nob Hill Boulevard, Yakima.

MOMSNEXT — 7 p.m. Open to all mothers with

LOWE’S BUILD & GROW CLINIC — 10 a.m. Reservations recommended. Free building workshop for children and parents. Today’s project: Shoot Around Basketball. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509-248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com

pregnant and breast-feeding mothers. Children welcome. Call for meeting location, immediate nursing help or questions: Katy, 509-248-2610, or Denita, 509-388-6866. children in grades K-6. Enjoy time with other moms. Free; no childcare. West Side Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; Tera, 509-972-3001.

Wednesday, March 9 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See March 2. INDOOR PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME — 10 a.m.

children, birth to 5 years. Ready by Five, 501 W. Lincoln Ave., Suite C, Yakima; David, 480-0762.

kids ages 3-10 for open gym, games and pizza. Cost: $20 first child, $18 siblings. Reservations not necessary. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437.

MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See Feb. 28.

ABOVE: Hat designer Seri Nugent shows off her latest spider fashion.

MOUNTAINVIEW MOPS — 6-7:30 p.m. Mothers of Preschoolers. Mountainview Christian Fellowship, 7105 Alpine Way, Yakima; Tabitha, 509-972-3723.

GYMKIDS SATURDAY PLAYDATE — 10-11:30

a.m. Open gym, zip line and popcorn for children ages 1-5 with their parents. Cost: $10. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437.

to noon. See March 2.

KIDS’ YOGA — 10:30-11 a.m. See Feb. 26.

BABY & ME SWIM — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28.

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — 12:30 p.m. See March 5.

KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY — See March 2.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See March 5.

THE PERIOD OF PURPLE CRYING: A NEW WAY OF UNDERSTANDING YOUR BABY’S CRYING — 1-2 p.m. Learn what’s normal and

Sunday, March 13 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS —

what you can expect when your baby cries along with calming techniques. Moms, dads and babies are welcome. Cost is $3, includes an educational DVD to use at home. For more information, or to register, call Memorial Hospital’s Community Education at 575-8484. For Spanish, call 225-3178.

Remember to “spring forward” an hour today.

KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28.

MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See Feb. 28.

DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS — 6:30 p.m. See March 2.

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28.

Monday, March 14 WEST SIDE MOPS — 9-11 a.m. Mothers of Preschoolers. West Side Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; Christy, 509-457-2888.

ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. See Feb. 28. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28. MARCH | APRIL 2011 • YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM

daily planner ￭ Tuesday, March 15 THE VISION AND LEARNING LINK — 7

p.m. Free workshop for parents and teachers. Learn how vision therapy can help students who are struggling with school and reading. Call to register, 509-654-9256. Workshop meets at Washington Vision Therapy Center, 3909 Creekside Loop, Suite 150, Yakima.

Wednesday, March 16 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See March 2. MOMS CLUB OF YAKIMA — 9:30-11 a.m.

Stay-at-home moms and kids meet at Central Lutheran Church, 1603 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima. momsclubofyakima@gmail.com

BERENSTAIN BEARS IN FAMILY MATTERS — 10 a.m. and noon. Capitol Kids performance

appropriate for preschoolers through grade 4. Enjoy lessons of honesty, personal health and safety with the Berenstain Bears. Tickets: $5 each, purchase in advance. Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St., Yakima. capitoltheatre.org

INDOOR PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME — 10 a.m. to noon. See March 2.

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY — See March 2. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28. DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS — 6:30 p.m. See March 2.

Thursday, March 17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY — Wear something green! BERENSTAIN BEARS IN FAMILY MATTERS — 10 a.m. and noon. See March 16.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND — 7 p.m. See March 3.

Friday, March 18 MOMMY TIME SPRING CONSIGNMENT SALE — Buy/sell gently used clothing

and gear for babies, kids and maternity at this huge weekend consignment sale in the former Hollywood Video store at the Valley Mall Plaza, Union Gap. Valerie, 509-307-7268. mommytimesales.com

NILE VALLEY MOPS — 8:45-11:15 a.m. Mothers of Preschoolers. Nile Valley Community Church, 60 Bedrock Lane, Naches; 509-658-2904. FIRST PRES MOPS — 9-11:15 a.m. See March 4. MEMORIAL BIBLE MOPS — 9-11:30 a.m. Mothers of Preschoolers. Memorial Bible Church, 111 Old Stage Way, Gleed; Mandy, 509-966-7442. ITTY BITTY ART — 10 a.m. to noon. See Feb. 28. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7 p.m. See March 4. ONCE ON THIS ISLAND — 7 p.m. See March 3. YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • MARCH | APRIL 2011

￭ daily planner Saturday, March 19 MOMMY TIME SPRING CONSIGNMENT SALE — See March 18. YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — 12:30 p.m. See March 5. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See March 5. ONCE ON THIS ISLAND — 7 p.m. See March 3.

SUNday, March 20 MOMMY TIME SPRING CONSIGNMENT SALE — See March 18.

Monday, March 21 MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See Feb. 28. Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28. ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. See Feb. 28. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28.

Tuesday, March 22 TEEN MOPS — 4:15-5:30 p.m. See March 8. Jett Nugent, home painter

Wednesday, March 23 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See March 2.

LOWE’S BUILD & GROW — 10 a.m. See March 12.

INDOOR PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME — 10 a.m.

KIDS’ YOGA — 10:30-11 a.m. See Feb. 26.

to noon. See March 2.

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY — See March 2. MOUNTAINVIEW MOPS — 6 p.m. See March 9. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28. CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP — 6-8 p.m. See March 9. DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS — 6:30 p.m. See March 2.

Thursday, March 24 ZILLAH KIDSCREEN — Noon-5 p.m. Free.

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — 12:30 p.m. See March 5. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See March 5.

Monday, March 28 SPRING CRAFTS @ THE LIBRARY — Fifteen

MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See Feb. 28.

Recreational swim featuring loud ‘80s music. Special rates: $1 adult, 50¢ youth. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509-575-6046.

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28. ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. See Feb. 28.

Friday, March 25

SPRING CRAFTS @ THE LIBRARY — See March 28.

Saturday, March 26 SPRING BREAK GOLF — Junior golfers pay

$5 greens fee to play nine holes anytime during Spring Break, March 26-April 3. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave.; 575-6075.

Friday, April 1 APRIL FOOLS’ DAY.

KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28.

FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7 p.m. See March 4.

Yakima Valley Libraries are offering free dropin craft sessions during Spring Break. For the schedule, visit yvl.org.

Preliminary screenings for kids ages 0-6 for hearing, vision, dental, cognitive and behavioral development. A parent or guardian must be present; bring child’s immunization card. Hilton Elementary School, 211 Fourth Ave., Zillah. Frank Ramirez, 509-454-3103. www.kidscreen.info

ITTY BITTY ART — 10 a.m. to noon. See Feb. 28.

VISION AND POOR PERFORMANCE IN SCHOOL — 7 p.m. Free workshop for parents

Tuesday, March 29 SPRING CRAFTS @ THE LIBRARY — See March 28.

Wednesday, March 30 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See March 2. Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See Feb. 28. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See Feb. 28.

Thursday, March 31 SPRING CRAFTS @ THE LIBRARY — See March 28.

SPRING CRAFTS @ THE LIBRARY — See March 28. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 2 HOME DEPOT KIDS WORKSHOP — 9 a.m. to noon. Drop-in wood crafts for ages 5-12. The Home Depot, 2115 S. First St., Yakima; 509-4523016. ACE KIDS CLUB — 10 a.m. to noon. Drop-in crafts for ages 3-12. Hometown Ace Hardware, 3700 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-972-4400. OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING TOURNAMENT — 12:30 p.m. Ron’s Coin & Book, 6 N. Third St., Yakima; 509-248-1117.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. Games,

swimming, skits and other activities for youth ages 7-15. Free. Sign-in required. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; yakimaymca. org; Doug Berndt, 509-972-5269.

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daily planner ￭ Monday, April 4 MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion

group for moms with infants under 1 year. Meets at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital’s Community Education in the Nob Hill Plaza, 2506 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-575-8484.

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. Drop-in playtime for parents and tots up to 3 years. Cost: $3.75 adults; kids 3 and younger are free. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509-575-6046. ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. Drop-in studio time for parents and kids ages 5 and under. Cost is $5. Red Art & Sunflower Studio, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. Drop-in studio time for all ages. Cost is $12. Red Art & Sunflower Studio, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766. ORGANIZING THE DISORGANIZED CHILD — 7-8 p.m. Marcella Moran, an author, licensed

mental health counselor and psychotherapist specializing in ADHD, will give a free one-hour workshop for parents on the subject of her book, “Organizing the Disorganized Child.” Sponsored by the Yakima Valley Hearing & Speech Center, 509-453-8248. Advance reservations requested. Meets in the auditorium at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital, 2811 Tieton Drive, Yakima.

Tuesday, April 5 MOMSNEXT — 7 p.m. Open to all mothers with children in grades K-6. Enjoy dessert and time with other moms. Free; no childcare. West Side Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; Tera, 509-972-3001.

Wednesday, April 6 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15-11:30 a.m. Faith-based mothers’ group includes activities with the kids, then just for moms. All ages welcome. For child care reservations, call 509966-1900. For more information, email katejoyt@ hotmail.com. Meets at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima. Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See April 4. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY — See March 2. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See April 4. DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS — 6:30 p.m. See March 2.

Friday, April 8 GYMKIDS FUN FRIDAY — 6-9 p.m. Drop off

kids ages 3-10 for open gym, games and pizza. Cost: $20 first child, $18 siblings. Reservations not necessary. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437.

FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. See April 1.

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￭ daily planner Saturday, April 9

FIRST PRES MOPS — 9-11:15 a.m. See March 4.

LOWE’S BUILD & GROW — 10 a.m. See March 12.

MEMORIAL BIBLE MOPS — 9-11:30 a.m. See March 18.

GYMKIDS SATURDAY PLAYDATE — 10-11:30

WHITE SWAN KIDSCREEN — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

a.m. Open gym, zip line and popcorn for children ages 1-5 with parents. Cost: $10. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437.

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — 12:30 p.m. See April 2.

Free. Preliminary screenings for kids ages 0-6 for hearing, vision, dental, cognitive and behavioral development. A parent or guardian must be present; bring child’s immunization card. Yakama Nation Head Start, 61 Rodeo Drive, White Swan. Frank Ramirez, 509-454-3103. www.kidscreen.info

SHOPAPALOOZA SPRING FLING — 1-5 p.m.

ITTY BITTY ART — 10 a.m. to noon. See April 4.

KIDS’ YOGA — 10:30-11 a.m. See Feb. 26.

Organized by local moms, 18 vendors sell handcrafted and specialty items. Sherrie’s Dance Studio in the Nob Hill Plaza, Yakima.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See April 2.

ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. See April 4.

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — 12:30 p.m. See April 2.

KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See April 4.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See April 2.

Tuesday, April 12

Monday, April 18

TEEN MOPS — 4:15-5:30 p.m. Open to teen

MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See April 4.

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LA LECHE LEAGUE — 6 p.m. Support for

pregnant and breast-feeding mothers. Children welcome. Call for meeting location, immediate nursing help or questions: Katy, 509-248-2610, or Denita, 509-388-6866.

Wednesday, April 13 ARBOR DAY TREE PLANTING — Join the

Yakima Area Arboretum for a day of tree planting in celebration of our state Arbor Day. Call for schedule, 509-248-7337. ahtrees.org

MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See April 6. Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See April 4. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY — See March 2. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See April 4.. MOUNTAINVIEW MOPS — 6 p.m. See March 9.

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Saturday, April 16

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See April 4.

WEST SIDE MOPS — 9-11 a.m. See March 14.

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TEEN FLASHLIGHT EGG HUNT — See page 20.

12TH ANNUAL ARBOR FESTIVAL — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn how living things make up the “Circle of Life” at about 30 educational stations featuring hands-on activities for kids. Free. Live music, food vendors. Yakima Area Arboretum, 1401 Arboretum Drive, Yakima; 509-248-7337. ahtrees.org

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FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. See April 1.

CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP — 6-8 p.m. Free learning activities for parents and

DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS — 6:30 p.m. See March 2.

Friday, April 15 NILE VALLEY MOPS — 8:45-11:15 a.m. See March 18.

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See April 4. ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. See April 4. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See April 4.

Tuesday, April 19 SUNNYSIDE CHRISTIAN PRE-SCHOOL PREVIEW — 8:30-10:30 a.m. Children ages 3-4 invited to join

Mrs. Hughes’ classroom for a half-day of exploring and learning. Informational meeting for parents at 10 a.m. Sunnyside Christian School, 811 North Avenue, Sunnyside; call 509-837-3044 to sign up.

DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE A READING PROBLEM? — 7 p.m. Free workshop for parents

Wednesday, April 20 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See April 6. MOMS CLUB OF YAKIMA — 9:30-11 a.m.

Stay-at-home moms and kids meet at Central Lutheran Church, 1603 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima. momsclubofyakima@gmail.com

Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See April 4. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY — See March 2. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See April 4.. MARCH | APRIL 2011 • YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM

daily planner ￭ DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS — 6:30 p.m. See March 2.

Thursday, April 21 THE PERIOD OF PURPLE CRYING: A NEW WAY OF UNDERSTANDING YOUR BABY’S CRYING — 1-2 p.m. See March 9.

Friday, April 22 ITTY BITTY ART — 10 a.m. to noon. See April 4. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. See April 1.

Saturday, April 23

CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP — 6-8 p.m. See April 13.

DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS — 6:30 p.m. See March 2.

Thursday, April 28 VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER CESAREAN (VBAC) SEMINAR — 7-8 p.m. Dr. Roger Rowles will

present a free informational seminar for mothers who have had a cesarean birth and are interested in learning about their options for a future vaginal delivery. Free. Registration required; call Memorial’s Community Education, 575-8484.

EASTER EGG HUNTS — See page 20.

Friday, April 29

YAKIMA KIDS‘ FISH-IN — See page 24.

SUNNYSIDE CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP — 8:30-11 a.m. All children who will

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — 12:30 p.m. See April 2.

be 5 on or before August 31 are welcome to meet Mrs. Bos and Mr. Shupe and enjoy fun learning activities. Informational meeting for parents at 10:30 a.m. Sunnyside Christian School, 811 North Avenue, Sunnyside; call 509-837-3044 to sign up.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See April 2.

SATURday, April 30

KIDS’ YOGA — 10:30-11 a.m. See Feb. 26.

Sunday, April 24 HAPPY EASTER — For egg hunts, see page 20.

Monday, April 25 WEST SIDE MOPS — 9-11 a.m. See March 14. MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See April 4. Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See April 4. ITTY BITTY ART — 1:30-3:30 p.m. See April 4. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See April 4.

Tuesday, April 26 TEEN MOPS — 4:15-5:30 p.m. See April 12. COOLMOM OF YAKIMA VALLEY — 7 p.m. Meet other moms interested in sustainable, “green” living. North Town Coffeehouse, 28 N. First St., Yakima. For more information, email zenmom76@live.com.

Wednesday, April 27 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See April 6. Baby & Me Swim — 10-11 a.m. See April 4. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY — See March 2. COWICHE/TIETON KIDSCREEN — Noon-5 p.m. Free. Preliminary screenings for kids ages 0-6 for hearing, vision, dental, cognitive and behavioral development. A parent or guardian must be present; bring child’s immunization card. Highland Methodist Church, 261 Hiland Road, Tieton. Frank Ramirez, 509-454-3103. KIDS‘ OPEN ART STUDIO — 4-5 p.m. See April 4..

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CHILDREN’s YARD SALE FOR THE VILLAGE — 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Community yard sale to support Children’s Village, 3801 Kern Way, Yakima. Childfocused items. To donate items or rent space, call 509-574-5922 or email nicoledonegan@yvmh.org.

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￭ reading for sanity | by Mindy Oja

A Few More Books on Parenting The Five Love Languages of Children by Gary Chapman |4.5/5 stars| Discover the secret to making sure your child feels loved. Girls will be Girls by JoAnn Deak | 5/5 stars | How to raise daughters without going crazy from hormonal insanity! The Shyness Breakthrough by Dr. Bernardo Carducci | 5/5 stars | Simple ways to help your child develop the confidence and social skills to navigate themselves into adulthood. Into the Minds of Babes by Lisa Guernsey | 5/5 stars |A refreshing and excitingly realistic examination of TV’s place in our homes. Confessions of a Slacker Mom by Muffy Mead-Ferro | 3.75/5 stars | A humorous, sarcastic and refreshing take on the concept of modern mothering.

ENCORE BOOKS is a fabulous local used bookstore (at the corner of Third Avenue and Nob Hill by Wray’s). Browse their new or half-price used books or trade your used books in for credit.

n case you are suffering from any delusions, I am not one of those moms who effortlessly manages a successful career, keeps a clean home, cooks gourmet meals, and at the end of the day still finds time to create amazingly fun projects with my children. If you are, I congratulate you for your juggling abilities and your creativity — because, in my house, there are some days that I stare at my kids and, with all the love in my heart, think “What on earth am I going to do with you?” Do you have days like that? Days when, if you hear the words “I’m bored” one more time, you swear you’ll lock yourself in the bathroom? If There are some so, I suggest looking through the Busy days that I stare Book series by Trish at my kids and, Kuffner. I found a with all the love used set on my last visit to Encore Books* in my heart, think and it was a lights“What on earth shining-down-fromheaven kind of mo- am I going to do ment. I snatched with you?” them off the shelf in a millisecond, but it wasn’t until I started flipping through the pages that I realized what a treasure I had found. I wish I had read The Toddler’s Busy Book when my two oldest were little. Designed specifically for 1½- to 3-year-olds, this book is packed with 365 simple ideas for educational toddler play, crafts, music and snacks, along with parenting tips and organizational ideas. Your child will love snow painting in the winter, flying a balloon kite in the spring, or any one of their 84 ideas for rainy day play. The Preschooler’s Busy Book is the perfect way to give your 3- to 6-year-old the sensory, imaginary, and educational experience their little brains crave. Whether they are

BOOK REVIEW Busy Book series by Trish Kuffner

playing with Super Goop, setting up their own grocery store, or making a pom-pom spider, you can be sure they’ll be having tons of fun. This book includes activities that help promote basic reading readiness, math, geography and botany in inventive and entertaining ways. My girls were most excited about The Children’s Busy Book, written primarily for ages 6 to 10. My 7-year-old immediately began marking pages to try. At bedtime I had to pry it from her grasp when I found the book hiding under her pillow. She loves the cooking section, with its child-friendly recipes, and has plans to make The World’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies, play Penny Toss, and build sculptures with toothpicks and mini-marshmallows. While you will see a few activities that are suitable for all ages repeated throughout the three books, each book offers unique ideas that will inspire the minds of those left in your care. My favorite part of these books is that most of the activities are simple to set up and require only a few, easy to find items that are usually already hanging around my home. Above all, I love that I don’t have to wrack my brain to come up with ideas that are creative, constructive and entertaining. I’m a realistic woman. I will never be the super mom-next-door. However, with a Busy Book or two at my disposal, hopefully my kids will have too much fun to notice. Find more book reviews by Mindy Oja at readingforsanity.blogspot.com.

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