Temper Tantrums: How to handle them in public

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Mommy
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See our contest winner’s transformation!
Temper Tantrums:
HOW TO HANDLE THEM IN PUBLIC
Time To Get Your
GRILL ON!
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in this issue
june 2011
activity
i Made it!
Mother’s Day Gifts
Kids’ Korner
Games and Puzzles for Kids
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food
Kids in the Kitchen
Kids Make-Their-own Healthy Quesadillas
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columns
abileneMoms.com
Temper Tantrums: How to handle them in public
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Living on Less
summer Activities that Won’t break the bank
23
Stirring things up
Even superMom Has limitations
17
feature
Mommy Made-over
contest winner, Nancy Flores’ Transformation
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medical
Get your grill on!
Recipes for grilled salmon and these
yummy smokey steak kabobs. 24
on thE CovEr
Mommy Made-over 10
Temper Tantrums: How to handle them in public 19
Time to Get Your Grill on! 24
Even superMom Has limitations 17
Kids build-Their-own Healthy Quesadillas 18
PhotograPh by Tiffany Turk
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SiDS: Safe Sleep Saves Lives
Dr. snehal Doshi
schools
aiSD
summer Programs
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teacher tribute Form
Nominate Your Teacher!
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HAPPY ’S
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WiSD
summer camps
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arts & Entertainmment
calendar
the fridge
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Temper Tantrums:
HOW TO HANDLE THEM IN PUBLIC
Time To Get Your
PiCturED our contest winner!
Mommy Made-over, Nancy Flores
shows off her new hairstyle,
make-up and new outfit.
GRILL ON!
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SuperMom
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Kids
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Mother’s Day Gifts Using Chalkboard Paint
subMittED by Joe and Jessica Melson, James (10), Julia (8) and Josh (4)
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you will need:
• chalkboard
• spray paint or in a can (found at
Walmart, craft stores and hardware stores)
• Inexpensive finished or unfinished picture frames, trays or
plates from dollar stores or local
craft stores
• Painters’ tape for plates if
needed
• Ribbons
• Acrylic Paints/paintbrush or
paint pens
• Glue gun
• Artificial flowers from dollar
store
• chalk
“We loVE chalkboard paint! it is something the kids can use on lots of
different things to add their own touch and personal messages.
our kids enjoy writing notes or countdowns and more!
They think it is so neat to be able to write on things.”
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wylie i.s.D. summer Camp information
All information and registration forms are available
at www.wylie.esc14.net and go to summer camps at
the top of the page.
PlEasE notE: registration forms will not be
posted on the web site until the coaches/sponsors are
ready to start accepting them.
boys’ baskEtball CaMP
May 31–June 3
Wylie Junior High school
incoming 4th – 6th Graders (8:30 – 11:30 a.m.)
incoming 9th Graders (8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
incoming 7th and 8th Graders (1:00 – 4:00 p.m.)
softball PitChEr/CatChEr CaMP
June 1–2
Wylie High school softball Field
(9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.)
incoming 3rd – 9th
CaMP kool kiDz
(babysitting and crafts)
June 1-2
(10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.)
Wylie High school
Ages 8–18
CaMP sEw fun
June 6-7
(10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.)
Wylie High school
Ages 8–18
girls’ baskEtball CaMP
June 6–9
Wylie Junior High
incoming 4th – 6th Graders (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
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incoming 7th – 9th Graders (1:00 – 4:00 p.m.)
tEnnis CaMP
June 6-9
Wylie High school
(10:00 – 11:30 a.m.)
Grades: starting 1st grade in Aug. 2011–starting H.s.
in Aug. 2011 (beginners to intermediate)
(Fri., June 10 will be a make-up day for rain)
CaMP yuM yuM
June 8-9
Wylie High school
(10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.)
Ages 8–18
invEstigativE Math CaMP
June 13-16 either 9-12:00 or 1:00-4:00
Wylie Junior High
cost $50
This is for beginning competitive math training.
softball all skills CaMP
June 13–16
Wylie High school
incoming 4th – 6th Graders (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
incoming 7th – 9th Graders (1:30 – 4:30 p.m.)
art CaMP
June 20 – 23
Wylie Early childhood cafeteria
9:00 - Noon
Grades 1 - 5
$100
CaMP iMagination
June 27 - June 30
Wylie Early childhood cafeteria
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Grades 1st - 5th Grade
$125
Tennis – Junior HigH TournamenT Training
June 20-23
June 27-30
July 11-14
Wylie High school Tennis courts
(9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.)
basEball CaMP
July 11-14
Wylie High school baseball Field
(9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
8 yrs. old – incoming 9th Graders
football
July 18-21
Wylie High school
(8:30 – 11:30 a.m.)
incoming 7th – 9th Graders
vollEyball
July 18–21
Wylie Junior High school
incoming 6th and 7th Graders (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
incoming 8th and 9th Graders (2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
CaMP invEntion
Dates: July 25 – 28, 2011
Time: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Early Childhood Center, 6249 Buffalo Gap
Road, Abilene, TX 79606
Who: students entering grades 1-6
cost: $215
Unleashing creative Genius! The camp invention
program is an adventure in creativity that immerses
children in rich stories that draw upon their innate
sense of curiosity through exciting, hands-on investigations, experiments, and engineering challenges. led
by Wylie isD educators, children learn vital 21st century
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aisD suMMEr PrograMs
summer is just around the corner and opportunities abound for students in the Abilene
independent school District. Here is roundup
of a few of the major programs available to
families of AisD in summer 2011.
Bilingual/Esl ElEMEntary
Who: AISD K-5th grade Limited English Proficient (lEP)
Where: Thomas Elementary school
When: June 6-July 11
schedule: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Free (breakfast and lunch offered)
Contact: AISD Bilingual/ESL office, 677-1444,
ext. 1950
Additional language development classes
include small group instruction from certified teacher for students enrolled in AISD’s
bilingual/Esl program. bus transportation is
provided daily from AisD campuses. No home
bus pick-up is available.
CountDown to CollEgE
Who: AisD 9th and 10th grade students in the
fall 2011
Where: Abilene High school
When: students may choose from one 13-day
session
June 6 – June 27, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.noon or 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
July 5 – July 26, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.noon or 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
Free
contact information, sherry Gilly, 692-5661,
ext. 3252 or sherry.gilly@abileneisd.org
Each student will receive focused preparation
for the PsAT and, thus, the sAT. improved
sAT scores increase opportunities for college
admissions and scholarships. instructors in
the program have a proven record of student
success and will be available before and after
class for assistance. students may attend one
13-day session for three hours a day, Monday
through Thursday. students may choose to
attend either morning or afternoon classes.
Esl MiDDlE sChool/high sChool
Who: Newly enrolled AisD 6th-12th English
language learners (Ell) students
Where: craig Middle school
When: June 8-July 13
schedule: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-Noon
Free (breakfast offered to students attending
program)
Contact: AISD Bilingual/ESL office, 677-1444,
ext. 1950
Additional language development course for
newly enrolled Ell secondary students. certified teachers will help students gain a better
understanding of English through science,
social studies, and math lessons. credit is not
earned for the course. bus transportation is
provided daily from AisD campuses. No home
bus pick-up is available.
8TH Grade TaKS PreP (middle ScHool)
Who: AisD 8th grade students
Where: craig Middle school
When: Registration: June 6, 8 a.m.-1 p.m; Prep
classes: June 8-June 23.
schedule: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-Noon.
Free
contact information, 677-1444
Eighth graders who failed TAKs Reading
and/or Math will be placed in the appropriate TAKs prep class. Eighth graders who
failed TAKs and also failed one or more core
subjects for the year will receive instruction
only in the TAKs subject(s) failed. Promotion
will be determined by results on the TAKs
summer retest.
exiT TaKS PreP (HigH ScHool)
Who: AisD students
Where: Abilene High school
When: Registration: June 6, 8 a.m.-1 p.m;
session 1: June 8-June 22; session 2: June
23-July 11.
schedule: Monday-Thursday, 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Free
contact information, 677-1444
TAKs preparation for students taking the Exit
level test. courses in English/language Arts,
Math, science and social studies will be offered in both sessions. students may choose
only one Exit TAKs per session.
exTended ScHool Program (eSP) miniMEstErs
Who: AisD 9th-12th students in the fall 2011
Where: Abilene High school
When: Registration: Deadline is May 20,
through high school counseling offices
schedule:
Mini-Mester 1, (Government, Economics,
English 4, credit recovery) May 27-June 9,
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Mini-Mester 2, (credit recovery) June 13 – June
30, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Mini-Mester 3, (spanish 1, spanish 2, fall or
spring semester) July 5– July 25, MondayThursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Mini-Mester 4, (spanish 1, spanish 2, fall or
spring semester) July 26-Aug. 15, MondayThursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free
contact information, Heath Wright, 677-1731,
ext. 7477 or heath.wright@abileneisd.org
Extended School Program (ESP) is offering
mini-mesters for AisD students for both
accelerated courses and credit recovery. Participation results in credit toward high school
graduation and enables students to have
increased choices when planning their regular
academic schedule. Mini-mester students take
one course during a condensed time period.
courses are taken on a pass/fail basis and do
not contribute to or take away from GPA calculations. students must have passing TAKs
scores in Reading and Writing to be eligible to
take English 4 and have passing TAKs scores
in social studies to be eligible to take Government or Economics. Recovery courses based
on availability.
suMMEr nutrition PrograM
Who: Kids 18 & under
Where:
Abilene High school 2800 North 6th st.
Thomas Elementary 1240 lakeside
craig Middle school 702 south Judge Ely
Red bud
YMcA3125 south 32nd
st. state street
YMcA3250 state
New Haven comm. church 650 corsicana Ave
Alliance for Women & children 1350 N 10th st.
Anson Park communit 2934 old Anson Rd.
Fannin boys & Girls club 1902 shelton
Nelson boys & Girls club 4610 N 10th
cobb Recreation center 2302 state st.
sears Recreation center 2250 Ambler Ave.
G.V.Daniels Recreation center 541 N 8th st.
Rose Recreation center 2601 s 7th st.
south Park Recreation center 1002 cherry
bowie Elementary
1733 s. 20th
When: June 6 – August 5
Monday – Thursday: Abilene High school,
Thomas Elementary and craig Middle school.
All other sites serve meals Monday – Friday.
FREE Meals
contact information, call 211 for site locations
and serving times or Kristi Murphy, 677-1444,
ext. 2908 or kristi.murphy@abileneisd.org
Abilene isD child Nutrition Department is
operating the summer Nutrition Program
through the Texas Department of Agriculture.
FREE meals are served to kids 18 & under. Find
a site, show up, eat, and have fun!
Summer ScHool (HigH ScHool)
Who: Available to in-district and out-of-district
9th-12th students
Where: Abilene High school
When: Registration: June 6, 8 a.m.-1 p.m; session 1: June 8-June 30; session 2: July 5-July 27.
schedule: Monday – Thursdays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Tuition required. Reduced rate for in-district
and economically disadvantaged students.
Reduced tuition not available for out-of-district students.
contact information, 677-1444
Regular 14-day sessions (one semester) are
offered in core areas of English, math, science
and social studies, and in spanish, communication applications, art and sign language.
No Pre-AP or AP courses will be offered and
all classes must meet a minimum number of
students to be included. Payment is due at the
time of registration.
Summer ScHool (middle ScHool)
Who: Available to in-district and out-of-district
6th-8th students who wish to earn promotion
from one grade level to the next
Where: craig Middle school
When: Registration: June 6, 8 a.m.-1 p.m;
session 1: June 8-June 23; session 2: June
27-July 13.
schedule: Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m.-Noon.
Tuition required. Reduced rate for in-district
and economically disadvantaged students.
Reduced tuition not available for out-of-district students.
contact information, 677-1444
Regular 10-day sessions (one semester) are
offered in core areas of English, math, science
and social studies. students in grades 6th-8th
may take one or two courses to complete
AisD promotion requirements. students who
fail more than two core courses cannot earn
promotion in summer school.
suMMEr tEChnology CaMPs
Who: AisD students 2nd grade and above
Where: Texas state Technical college
When: Registration: Deadline is May 20 or
when camps are full. Applications on www.
abileneisd.org or from the instructional
Technology Department at one AisD center,
241 Pine st.
schedule:
session 1 – June 6-10, 8 a.m.-noon or 1-5 p.m.
session 2 – June 13-17, 8 a.m.-noon or 1-5 p.m.
cost: $65 per session
contact: AisD instructional Technology Department, 677-1444, ext. 3867
see article on this page.
aBilEnE isD suMMEr tEChnology CaMPs
Discover! create! Explore!
Envision a world of adventure, traveling
in a virtual land to your favorite Texas hot
spot, listening to the relaxing ambience of
the tropical rain forest, or encountering the
aerodynamics of a rocket launch. imaginations run wild and activities are plentiful for
students attending an Abilene isD technology
camp at the local Texas state Technical college campus.
June 2011 will mark the third annual series of
summer technology camps for this partnership between the two educational organizations. For two years, the AisD has joined with
the Abilene branch of TSTC to offer week-long
computer camps for students entering 2nd
grade and above.
The day camps, taught by AisD teachers,
allow students to explore content via digital
media and create technology projects. students produce presentations while incorporating and manipulating graphics, animation,
sounds and video using multiple technology
devices. They also design print documents,
specifically cards, brochures, mini books, and
posters. At the end of the week, they are able
to showcase their projects to their parents,
and then take them home.
Most importantly, the kids had fun while they
learned.
“summer technology camps provide a place
for students to be creative and use their
academic skills to produce many different
types of technology projects,” said camp
coordinator Holly Woodard. “This is done in a
fun environment.”
No matter their skill level, students can have
an enriching and inventive experience.
For example, last year elementary-age students were able to choose from camp titles
such as, ocean commotion, Rainforest safari,
Truckin Across Texas and 3-2-1 Blast Off.
Meanwhile, middle school and high school
students were offered PhotoShop, which
gave students the opportunity to work with
digital photography.
For more information, inquiries can be made
to the AisD instructional Technology Department at 325-677-1444, ext. 3867.
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WrittEn by Tracy Patterson
Mommy Made-Over!
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When Abilene Families magazine editor Chesley Martin called Nancy Flores to
surprise her with the news that she had won the Mommy Makeover contest, Flores
said she actually thought Martin was calling to ask for more information. “It was
exciting!” Flores said about learning that she was the winner.
With encouragement from her husband, Chris, Flores wrote an essay asking
to be considered for the makeover. An innocent comment by her 12-year-old son
about how much he liked it when she fixed herself up translated in Flores’s mind as:
“Mom, you look embarrassing, so please fix yourself up before my friends see you at
school!” At that point, Flores decided that she wasn’t looking her best and wanted to
make a change.
She wrote that she had gotten into the daily habit of getting ready for the day
quickly, “meaning putting my hair up in a clip and having my make-up rushed.”
When she does take the time to “fix-up” herself, Flores says it takes about two hours
to shower and then dry and straighten her hair.
Her makeover adventure started with a personal shopping experience at Dillard’s,
with Linda Saxon, Pacesetter and Julie McCay, Sales Manager, after which she
received a dress, shorts, sandals, Capri pants and tops to interchange and create
multiple outfits.
“It was a nice experience. I’ve never been waited on,” Flores said. “Usually moms
are the ones waiting on everyone,” she said.
“My life revolves around my guys…I
would just like to have a few minutes of
peace to myself and some pampering.
I’m glad I’m a boys’ mom ... I like to do
sports with my kids.We get dirty quite a bit.
­— Nancy Flores, Mommy Made-Over
Living with four guys—her high school sweetheart and husband of 14 years, and
her children Noah, 12; Diego, 6; and Romo, 3—keeps Flores hopping getting the
kids ready for school, working a full-time job, and shuttling the boys to baseball,
football, soccer and lessons.
“My life revolves around my guys…if they need something they get it,” she said.
“I constantly hear: ‘Mom, where’s this? Mom, can I…? Mom, I need this! Mom, are
you going to…? Mom, what are we going to eat? MOM!!’ I would just like to have a
few minutes of peace to myself and some pampering,” she wrote.
“I’m glad I’m a boys’ mom,” Flores said, adding that she likes to do sports with
her kids. “We get dirty quite a bit,” she said.
Although she was a tomboy growing up and still enjoys joining in with roughand-tumble boys’ activities, she said she also likes “girly” things, too, although she
said she doesn’t have anyone to share that with. “I love playing football, baseball and
basketball with my boys, but I would love to have some “girly” time,” she said in her
nomination essay.
At work, Flores continues to nurture by taking care of babies and their families
in the early childhood intervention department at the Betty Hardwick Center. Jenny
Goode, CEO of the center, said she has known Flores for a long time and was excited for Flores to win the award.
“Nancy is a really great employee. We love having her here!” Goode said, adding
that Flores is a busy mom and is so supportive of her husband and kids. “We are really proud of her!” Goode said.
In addition to her shopping spree, Flores also got a new hairstyle and color by
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Nancy Flores and her husband, Chris and their sons: Diego, 6, Romo, 3 and Noah, 12.
Deanna Poen, stylist and owner of Incognito
Salon and manicure/pedicure by Sharon Warren,
also at Incognito. She also received a facial makeover with Jeanette York with Clinique at Dillard’s.
With a new hairstyle, clothes and make-up,
Nancy had a photo shoot with Tiffany Turk, of Tiffany Turk Photography. The photo shoot was fun.
“Nancy was very nervous before the shoot,”
Chesley Martin, Abilene Families Editor said. “I
kept assuring her – Tiffany is fun, easy to work
with and has a wonderful eye for photographing
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women to look their best. After a few minutes,
even with her family looking on, Nancy’s nerves
calmed and she began to really have fun with the
shoot.”
She completed the day with dinner at Carino’s
Italian Restaurant with her family to show off her
new look.
In addition to her new hairstyle, Flores also
received some tips from Incognito stylist Deanna
Poen on how to manage her new style without
having to spend a lot of time with it.
When her family saw her after her makeover,
Flores said they looked at her like they didn’t know
who she was.
“I truly believe it was a ‘once in a lifetime’
event,” Flores wrote to Abilene Families magazine
after her makeover. “I am so thankful that I was
chosen for this fabulous contest and loved working
with Chesley. She has inspired me to have confidence in myself and to be a trendy mom. Thanks
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MAy 5
love That bag ...
Purse Auction and
Dinner Alliance
for Women and
children’s 7th annual
purse auction. live
and silent auctions
of over 200 new and
gently loved purses
of all kinds. Abilene
country club, 4039
s. Treadaway, 6 p.m. $40-Person; $350-Table of 8 (reservations requested), 325-677-5321, Toni brown.
Footwear Fun Main library Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. bring a
pair of shoes, flip flops or sandals and we’ll help you give
them a stylish, customized look. We have examples, and all
the ribbon, buttons, sequins, stamps, markers, beads, duct
tape and other craft scraps you could dream of. Free!
Family Fun @ your library: Goin’ Fishin’ south branch
Library, 6:30 p.m. Let’s go fishin’ for some great books and
fun during this story event for the entire family. We’ll read
fishy tales, sing songs, play games, and maybe even get to
cast a line or two – you might catch something wonderful!
Free.
MAy 5-6
Tot spot For ages 3 to 5 and parents, featuring hands-on
activities & gallery games. The Grace Museum, 102 cypress
st. Thurs: 10 a.m.; Fri.: 9:30 & 11 a.m. $5-Non-Members,
Members Free, 325-673-4587, The Grace.
MAy 6
Art Adventure Mom and tot program for preschoolers, National center for children’s illustrated literature, 102 cedar
st. 10 a.m. Free, 325-673-4586, Nccil.
MAy 6-7
“Panache” A socialite accustomed to getting her way tries
to buy a vanity license plate “PANAcHE” from a hard-drinking fry cook who, in her opinion, obviously has no class and
does not deserve the license plate. Their interactions bring
out their stories, and the play becomes a rich tapestry of
loss, friendship, and the ability to change. Abilene community Theatre, 801 s. Mockingbird ln. 7:30 p.m. $10-Adults;
$8-students, seniors, and Active Military; $5-children 12 and
younger, 325-673-6271, Box Office.
MAy 7
Family Fun saturdays create a “work of art” using the style
and medium of the featured artist in the gallery. Emphasis
is on having fun while picking up valuable knowledge. National center for children’s illustrated literature, 102 cedar
st. 1 to 4 p.m. Free, 325-673-4586, Nccil.
MAY 9
MoPs - Mothers of
Preschoolers Highland
MoPs provides a caring
atmosphere for mothers
of young children to find
friendship, information
and encouragement.
Meetings are non-denominational and include program, brunch, prayer and time
to talk with the other moms. childcare is provided. 9:3011:30 a.m. Highland church of christ, 425 Highland Ave. First
meeting is free! For more information www.abilenemops.
com/index.php.
MAy 10
Make & Take crafts south branch library, 4 p.m. The south
branch is introducing a new monthly program in which
we will offer a craft to make and take home if you visit
the library on the second Tuesday afternoon each month.
This month, make something beautiful for your Mom on
Mother’s Day. You won’t want to miss this fun, free activity
for the entire family.
MAY 13-14
classic Film series: “Parenthood” steve Martin and
Mary steenburgen star in this new comedy classic about an
extended family’s struggle to forget their differences and
come together. 1989 – color, 124 minutes - Rated PG-13,
Historic Paramount Theatre, 352 cypress st. Friday: 7:30
p.m. saturday: 2 & 7:30 p.m. $6-Adults; $5-students, seniors,
Military and Children, 325-676-9620, Box Office.
Dog obedience, Grooming & Health Main library Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. back by popular demand! Malinda Julien,
president of U.s. Tactical K-9, inc. in Tye will return with lots
of tips for owners of any breed of dog on how to enjoy obedient, well groomed, healthy pets on a tight budget. Free.
chautauqua learning series Buffalo Gap Historic Village, 133
N. William - Buffalo Gap, TX, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $7-person;
Members. Free, 325-572-3365, Historic Village.
MAy 12
ArtWalk @ your library: Army Patches Main library.
Abilene Public library and local collector James Armistead
honor veterans during May with this colorful display of
uniform patches from many different units of our armed
forces. Don’t forget to see the library’s own original mural
by Abilene artist Debra Warr in the children’s story room.
Free.
ArtWalk bring the entire family to historic downtown where
restaurants, shops, museums, galleries and entertainment
await you! 5-8:30 p.m. Free, 325-677-8389, The center for
contemporary Arts.
Texas independent Film Network “st. Nick” Director David
Lowery’s 2009 film about a brother and sister on the run.
Historic Paramount Theatre, 352 cypress st. 7:30 p.m. $6-All
seats 325 676-9620, Box Office.
string Fever concert This concert showcases the orchestras
of the Abilene independent school District. sixth grade
through twelfth grade students will perform along with the
nationally acclaimed AISD fiddle group, Revolution. Abilene
session ii: July 5 - July 19 (closed July 4). city Resident
- $80 Per child/Per session. Non-city Resident - $83
Per child/Per session. session iii: August 1 – 19; city
Resident - $65 Per child/Per session. Non-city Resident
- $68 Per child/Per session. For information contact
Anita Vigil, Program supervisor, city of Abilene, senior
Citizens/Recreation, (325)734-5301 office.
MAy 14
Family Fun saturdays (see May 7th)
Family Fun @ your library: super Heroes Main library, 2
p.m. bring your cape, and don’t forget your and tights –
we’re having fun as super Heroes during this free program
for all ages. stories, songs and if you forgot your mask, its
o.k.! You can design a new one.
MAy 14-17
Zach Robinson Memorial Foundation Golf Tournament and
sporting clay shoot - 14th: sporting clay shoot, Abilene clay
sports, 1102 beltway south, ViP party with Randy White,
Dallas cowboys defensive lineman (ViP party with golf
team: $2,600; ViP party without golf team: $2,000).
15th: Dinner with guest speaker Randy White, silent auction
and concert; Abilene civic center
1100 N. 6th st. - 6 p.m. - $100 Person.
16th & 17th: Golf Tournament - Morning Round or Afternoon Round, Abilene country club $600-Four person team,
$150-individual, 325-668-2095, Mike Dawkins.
MAy 15
Military Appreciation Day Buffalo Gap Historic Village, 133
N. William - Buffalo Gap, TX, Noon to 5 p.m. Free to active
and retired military and their family, 325-572-3365, Historic
Village.
MAy 16
Tween Night @ your library: origami south branch
library, 6:30 p.m. You’ll be amazed at the beautiful and
useful things you can make from paper, using the ancient
Abilene Philharmonic orchestra - cirque de la symphonie
Featuring a unique evening of high-flying aerialists and
acrobats choreographed to the magical sounds of the
orchestra. Abilene civic center, 1100 N. 6th st. 8 p.m. 325677-6710, Philharmonic.
Abilene Derby Dames vs. El Paso Roller Girls Watch the
hard-hitting ladies of Abilene go for their second win in
their inaugural season! Family friendly. seating is limited,
bring your own chair Abilene civic center, 1100 N 6th st. 7
p.m. $12-Person, 325-733-4991, shari curbo.
MAy 12-14
Western Heritage classic To preserve the heritage of the ranch cowboy, this event features a parade, world’s
largest bit and spur show, western art, ranch rodeo, nightly dances and lots of family fun! Taylor county Expo
center, 1700 Hwy. 36. 325-677-4376, Expo center.
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SUMMER WORKSHOPS AT
ABILENE COMMUNITY THEATRE
If you have ever dreamed of making it on the stage, this is for you!
KIDZ on STAGE!
4150 Southwest Drive • 698-7967
MineByDesignpyop.com
Showcase, Friday evening
Reach for your chance to become a STAR!
because we have limited space.
Abilene’s only contemporary ceramics
studio with loads of fun for all ages and
gender! We are excited to have entertainment in Abilene that the whole family can
enjoy and have something to take home
to show for your time and money.
Mine by Design has two party rooms for
children’s birthday parties, adult parties,
and groups of all types including family
outings. It’s fun, creative, different and
rewarding.
Abilene Community Theatre
Summer workshops at the Abilene Community Theatre. If you have ever dreamed
at making it on the stage, this is for you!
KIDZ on STAGE!
For children entering 1st through 5th
grade
July 11-15, 9:00am-noon, M-F, $75 per
student, Showcase, Friday evening
Kids learn how to produce a live theatre
piece while developing creativity and selfesteem. Young performers will focus on
topics from backstage to front of house
and everything in between, as well as all
the tricks of the trade: props, makeup, costumes, set work, dance, music, and acting!
Ready, Set, ACT!
For teens entering 6th through 12th
grade, July 25-29, 9:00am -2:00pm,
M-F, $120 per student, Lunch included,
Showcase, Friday evening
Designed for students with a serious
interest in acting, Ready, Set, ACT will help
develop skills in confidence, teamwork
and co-operation, promote an enjoyment
of drama and theatre, and develop skills
in movement and voice. The workshop will
also cover an overview of back stage: costume and prop making, and set work. The
main focus, though, will be performing!
Reach for your chance to become a star!
Call 673-6271 to register and reserve
your space.
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Frontier Texas! is a special place.
See what visitors are saying:
“I travel a lot and try to stop at any and all historical sites. This is one of the best
presentations I have seen. Job well done.”
-- Harriett Heltzel, Nashville, Tennessee
“The best presentation that my wife and I have seen on Early Texas and the West.
Will surely remember the experience and recommend it to others.”
-- Tom McDermott, Murrieta, California
“My favorite part is the part with the buffalo in the movie.”
-- Ian Davis, age 8, Abilene
“This is an excellent exhibit, truly a tribute to Texas. it is well-planned, well-thought
out, clean and thought provoking.”
-- John Lamacraft, Woodruff, S.C. (originally from Wales in the United Kingdom)
Frontier Texas! is open Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday from
1-5 p.m. Admission to the exhibits is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors 60 and older, $6
for members of the military, $5 for students/teachers, $4 for children 3-12 years and
children 2 and younger are free.
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Limited scholarships
available.
Call 673-6271 to register and reserve your space today.
Mine by Design, Paint Your Own Pottery & Art Studio
Summer Camps!! We have so many
creative, fun packed days planned that
will provide each child an experience of
learning as well as a craft they will take
pride in. Everyone will have a blast doing
all kinds of activities including hand building with clay, pouring clay in molds and
making your own cool ceramic pieces,
mosaics, glass fusion! We have it all
going on at Mine by Design. Check our
web site for a full brochure or call us and
we will get one to you. Hurry and sign up
July 25-29 9:00am - 2:00pm, M-F
$120 per student ( lunch included )
Showcase, Friday evening
Wed, Thurs, Sat 10am-6pm • Tues & Fri 12-9pm • Closed Sun & Mon
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July 11-15 9:00am - 12Noon, M-F
$75 per student
Paint Your Own Pottery & Art Studio
The Abilene Philharmonic concludes its 60th Celebration Season
on Saturday, May 7, 2011. Join Music Director and Conductor, David ItMay
kin and the Philharmonic for “Cirque
de la Symphonie.” It will be a unique
evening featuring high-flying aerialists and acrobats choreographed to
the magical sounds of the orchestra.
The best cirque artists in the world
are thrilling audiences everywhere.
Come for a night of spectacular live
music at 8PM, Abilene Civic Center.
Cirque de la Symphonie has
some of the most accomplished
veterans of exceptional cirque
programs from across the globe.
They include world record holders,
gold-medal winners of international
competitions, Olympians and some
of the most original talent ever seen.
Their performances are uniquely
adapted to stage accommodations
shared with the symphony, and each
artist’s performance is choreoA unique evening featuring high-flying
graphed to the music arrangement
aerialists and acrobats choreographed
provided by the maestro.
to the magical sounds of the orchestra.
Purchase a raffle ticket for your
chance to win the Philharmonic’s
For ticket information:
60th Commemorative artwork by
677-6710
or (800)460-0610
Abilene artist, Ash Almonte. Raffle
www.AbilenePhilharmonic.org
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tickets are $25 or 5 for $100. You
can also purchase a 60th Commemorative Poster signed by the artist.
For all ticket information, call the
460-0610. You can also order online at
Box Office at 325-677-6710 or 1-800www.AbilenePhilharmonic.org.
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Ready, Set, ACT!
For children entering 1st through 5th grade
Abilene
Philharmonic
102 Cedar, Abilene
(325) 673-4586
www.nccil.org
NCCIL
Cirque de la
Symphonie
Here is the schedule of 2011 Summer Camps at the National Center for
Children’s Illustrated Literature.
Camp Caldecott, Jr.
Age: Entering Grades K-1
When: June 20 – June 24
Time: 9:00-12:00
Cost: $100
Camp Caldecott, Sr.
Age: Entering Grades 2- 4
When: June 20 – June 24
Time: 1:00-4:00
Cost: $100
A camp as unique as the NCCIL and its
artists! Camp out at Camp Caldecott!
Picasso-O-Rama Jr.
Age: Entering Grades K-1st
When: July 11 – July 15
Time: 9:00-12:00
Cost: $100
Picasso-O-Rama Sr.
Age: Entering Grades 2nd, 3rd and 4th
When: July 18 – July 22
Time: 9:00-12:00
Cost: $100
Come explore the world of Old Master
Artists at the NCCIL Art Studio.
Earth Kind Tones: Art and Nature
Age: 9-12 years
When: July 25– July 29
Time: 9:00-12:30
Cost: $130
Learn and explore nature with the
works of NCCIL artists while learning
what it takes to be a Junior Master
Gardener.
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Library Friends Book Sale Time Again
It’s time once again for the Friends of the Abilene
Public Library Book Sale, which begins Thursday,
June 9 at the Abilene Civic Center. Friends members get first peek at thousands of books, video &
cassette tapes, DVDs, CDs, records and other items
from 5 until 8 p.m. If you’ve not yet joined, don’t
worry…memberships are available at the door.
Friday, June 10 the doors open to the public from
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, June 11, the sale is from 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. Prices on most items, including hardbound books, are $1.75, while most paperbacks are
75 cents each. Children’s books are sold by the inch,
Japanese art of paper folding. Ages 8-15, the south branch
belongs to you for one hour on the third Monday night of
the month! Free.
MAy 17
Game on! @ your library Main library Auditorium, 4:30
p.m. our newest monthly program for teens involves
testing your skills against your friends on the Wii® gaming
system. Will it be Mario bros. cart or Dance, Dance Revolution? or maybe even bowling or baseball! No registration
required, so drop by and try your hand. Free.
if i had a Hammer . . . Mockingbird branch library, 6:30 p.m.
Habitat for Humanity will be on hand to let you know how
to use that hammer, and other tools too! They can give you
all the information on how to qualify for their program, as
well as how to volunteer and they’ll share some success
stories. Free.
MAy 18
May Flowers south branch library, 10:45 a.m. celebrate
spring as we enjoy books, songs, and crafts featuring the
beautiful flowers of May. You’ll have a bloomin’ good time
during this super story time for the whole family. Free.
MAy 19
cover-to-cover book Main library Auditorium, 7 p.m. May’s
title is Saving CeeCee Honeycutt by Beth Hoffman, a book
about female friendship, strong women, wacky humor, and
good old-fashioned heart. Everyone is welcome to join this
free adult group.
Joe specht lecture: “oil Patch songs and Alexandre
Hogue’s oil Field Forms” Enjoy this brief lecture, which also
includes music, as you learn about the contrast between
Hogue’s oil industry series and erosion series. The Grace
Museum, 102 cypress st. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Free, 325-673-4587,
Jana bailey.
MAy 20
Jazz @ The center Featuring big Daddy Alright, The center
for contemporary Arts - 220 cypress st. 7 to 11 p.m. $15Person (Must be 21 or older to attend), 325-677-8389, The
center.
MAy 21
Family Fun saturdays (see May 7th)
Abilene’s 3rd Annual baby Expo From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at
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for $1.25. Admission is free.
On Sunday, the famous “Bag-o-Books” sale runs
from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., $6.00 gets you an entire bag of
great reading (bags furnished at the sale).
Featured areas of the sale are “Antiques and
Uniques,” and the Corner Store. “Antiques and
uniques” contains rare, hard-to-find and collectible
books. The Corner Store features “gently used”
books at a fraction of their original price.
Come find some entertainment bargains and help
the Abilene Public Library at the same time!
Prime Time Family Entertainment center. This is a FREE
informational event for expectant parents, new parents,
families and grandparents. over 30 local community exhibitors will be present. There will be lots of free product and
drawings. Proceeds from this event benefit Pregnancy
Resources of Abilene.
Ruff Riders 5K Fun Run & Walk Help raise funds for underprivileged students & their family to attend home games.
Registration includes a flex ticket to attend a Ruff Riders
home game. shotwell stadium, 1525 Es 11th st. 8 a.m. $20Person, 325-201-7357, bob Taillon.
MAy 21-22
Texas Gun & Knife show Abilene civic center, 1100 N. 6th,
saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. sunday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $5-person,
830-285-0575, TG&Ks, 325-676-6211, civic center.
MAy 22
Donny Edwards “one Night With Elvis” This two time world
champion Elvis tribute artist will be backed by the eight
member band ”Fever.” special guest Wayne King will open
the show with his rendition of Roy orbison. This Vegas style
show has been selling out all over the country. Historic
Paramount Theater, 352 cypress st. 7 p.m. $20-$30-Person,
281-713-8140, Reservations.
MAy 23
MoPs - Mothers of Preschoolers (see May 9)
Texas Authors series Main library Auditorium, noon. During
our final brown bag program of the spring, Doug Mendenhall, journalism professor at Abilene christian University
and weekly columnist for the Abilene Reporter-News, will
read essays from his collection, How Jesus Ended Up in the
Food court. sandwich plates will be available for $5, or you
can bring your own lunch. Drinks provided by Friends. Free.
Family Fun @ your library: Down on the Farm Mockingbird
branch, 6:30 p.m. old McDonald’s got nothing on you, if
you come enjoy farm themed books, crafts, and songs during this free program for the entire family.
MAy 25
E-mail for Everybody Main library computer lab, 3 p.m.
let us help you sign up for a free e-mail account and learn
all the ins and outs of this handy personal tool in one easy
class. Free, but please call 676-6025 to sign up as class size
is limited for more hands-on help.
MAy 26
Anime club Main library Auditorium, 6:30 p.m. see a brand
new anime episode straight from the distributor, listen to
J-rock, get the latest news on anime conventions, and the
anime news letter. Talk about Cosplay, show off fan art, discuss anime and Manga they enjoy, and do a craft or game
relating to Anime or Japanese culture. Free, for ages 12-24.
MAy 28
Family Fun saturdays (see May 7th)
June 2-3
Tot spot This popular program, for ages 3 to 5 and parents,
features hands-on activities & gallery games. The Grace
Museum, 102 cypress st. Thurs.: 10 a.m. Fri.: 9:30 & 11 a.m.
$5-Non-Members, Members Free, 325-673-4587, The Grace.
June 4
4th Annual Mayor’s Hike Participants may select from three
different levels of trails with distances varying from three to
five miles. This is a family-friendly and pet-friendly event!
Abilene state Park-lake Abilene, 8 a.m. Free, 325-676-6246,
Joy Hedges.
June 6
Tween Time @ your library: Tie Dye Main library storyroom, 6:30 p.m. if you’re ages 8-15, join us at the Main
Library on the first Monday of every month! Bring a t-shirt
and we’ll show you how to tie dye it into something really
sweeeeeet! Free.
June 6-10
summer camp: Draw! Designed for ages 8 to 13. students
will learn the basics of classical drawing and design. instructor: Ruth Jackson, The center for contemporary Arts - 220
cypress st.10 a.m. to Noon, $125-Person, 325-677-8389, bird
Thomas.
June 9
ArtWalk: origami by Minami Main library. large selection
of paper artwork from Abilene’s premier origami artist,
Terry Minami. Mural by Abilene artist Debra Warr. Free.
ArtWalk bring the entire family to historic downtown where
restaurants, shops, museums, galleries and entertainment
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writtEn by sarah stirman
Even SuperMom Has Limitations
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he glow of my laptop pierces the darkness like a beacon, beckoning a beyond a manageable pace. A way of life
weary mom come and work. Finally a moment of silence, though I was forced
to arise in the 5’s, a ridiculous hour to try to think coherently. I can hear the whir
of fans, the hum of a refrigerator. A baby cries out in the room next door.
A speaking engagement has called me away for the weekend to the far reaches of
East Texas. Pine trees embrace the road, the hills roll by lush green fields until a lake
appears. In other words, nothing like the charred, barren desert I left behind.
This is a remote place. If I hold my cell phone
in the air reception seems to improve. This is terrifically inconvenient, as between speaking times
I have been trying to negotiate a contract to buy
a house. So I found a high spot to stand on,
called home to talk numbers, dates, closings and
contracts at a volume that frightens wildlife.
My momma called it spinning plates. I call it
juggling knives. Whatever you call it, you do it
too. You are surely in the middle of a season
of doing more than seems possible or wise to
accomplish at one time.
The fate of mothers is to coordinate a list
of appointments, programs, jobs, meetings, re- Sarah Stirman is a freelance writer,
pairs, and conferences. It is a blessing and a call- mother of two and an avid blogger.
ing. A temptation and a curse to clutter the life sarahstirman.blogspot.com
I slip into easily, yet chafe against.
Moms become expert plate-spinners/
knife-jugglers out of necessity. If you can
change a DVD while starting dinner and
putting Barbie’s prom dress on all while
on the phone rescheduling a meeting for
work, it’s just another day for mom.
Then there is the nagging feeling that
it is never enough. We must form the parade to honor the pets, throw the birthday party, and never forget the whales.
Or the hungry. Or to recycle.
Woe when a plate gets dropped: someone gets sick, an appointment runs long,
a repair person doesn’t show up on time
(that’s a gimme), or a last minute meeting gets scheduled, or you just need some
extra cuddle time and a pajama day.
I try to embrace such interruptions as
reminders that life goes on betwixt and
between the crazy-making busy-ness, but
too often there is huffing and eye-rolling
about the necessity to rearrange my schedule. I’m a slow learner. It might be that all
the plates drop when a major event -- a
diagnosis, an accident, news of the good
or bad variety -- causes all of the other
spinning plates to be inconsequential.
As the sun climbs up the trunks of the
pines in this East Texas locale I close my
laptop, finished for the moment with the
writing part of my job for the day. My
mind is already pinballing through my
day, my week, and the month ahead to
calendars to coordinate, programs to attend and obstacles to hurdle. If I am to
maintain my SuperMom cape, I have to
be ready at a moment’s notice!
Oh... who am I kidding? We all know
I’m doing well to make it to the end of the
day having fed and hugged everyone. If
we show up where we are supposed to be
within 15 minutes of the start time it’s an
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Kids Build-Their-Own Healthy Quesadillas
submItted by Jeff and Kelley Messer, Kathlyn, 10, Melia, 7 and Reid 4. Kelley is the JLA Kids in the Kitchen Committee Co-Chair.
more Ideas www.kidsinthekitchen.org
Kids in the Kitchen is an initiative in over 250
Junior leagues across the nation empowering
youth to make healthy lifestyle choices. For more
information visit the Junior league of Abilene Web
site www.jrleagueabilene.org.
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directions:
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Ingredients:
• Tortillas
• Grilled chicken
• Ground beef
• Mushrooms
• Avocado
• Fresh spinach
• black olives
• cilantro
• Monterrey Jack cheese, shredded
• cheddar cheese, shredded
• light sour cream
• salsa
The kids love quesadillas, and this is one way
to add healthy ingredients.
~ Kelley
encourage your children to try new things!
letting them add the ingredients on their own
may make them more likely to eat and enjoy their
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abilenemoms.com
the blog around town
this Month’s hot toPiCs
Temper tantrums
NoT FUN...Especially when you are in public! Diana bigham from Turning Point
Counseling offers a 5 Step Solution on How to Handle Your Child’s Temper Tantrum
in Public
stay tunED ...
To read this full article, go to Abilenemoms.com.
Camille kovsky has three children
ages 11, 8, and 4. Her motto is
“home is where you make it!”
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Keep your cool. Your anxiety can actually increase your child’s tantrum! in a
calm, yet firm voice, say, “I know you’re mad. It’s not okay to scream.” This
acknowledges to your child that you understand their feelings or desires, which
increases emotional attunement, and informs them of behavioral limits.
Provide two alternative behaviors. You can say, “You can choose to walk quietly
by my side, or you can choose to sit quietly in the cart.”
if your child continues the tantrum, take him/her to the car even if this means
you need to carry him/her. if you’re tempted to give in, just remind yourself that
in the long run, addressing the unacceptable behavior will matter.
What…this is the JUNE issue? Where did
spring go? stay tuned to Abilenemoms.com
for fun things to keep your kids busy!
CElEbratE!
Happy Mother’s
Day to All of the
amazing Abilene
MoMs. our
website would
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without you!
Talk briefly to your child in the car. For example, say “I understand you’re mad
and you really want that buzz lightyear. You cannot scream because it’s not
nice and it hurts people’s ears. since you decided to continue yelling and not
listen to mommy/daddy, you chose to take a time out to calm down.” The rule
of thumb for time out is one minute per year of age or until he/she is calm. This
is not a time to give a lengthy lecture or for your child to play games. Allow this
time to be boring so the child will not want to be in a time-out again.
After the time is served and your child is calm, briefly remind your child of the
rules for behaving in public, have your child apologize, and exchange a wonderfully loving hug and provide reassurance to your child that he/she is still loved.
if your child continues to misbehave, complete your trip at another time. Although punishments for your child seem like punishments for you, it will pay off.
You are teaching your child that when you say something, you mean business.
That’s a lesson worth leaving one grocery cart behind.
hEarts of GrEEn
if you are interested in organic and sustainable living for your family, join the group,
“A Heart of Green” on AbileneMoMs!
We have a new blogger on AbileneMOMS and she has the BEST recipes! (and a lot
of other great stuff) check her out at jalopyandgray.blogspot.com.
Cilantro liME GrillED ChiCkEn salaD rECiPE
• chicken breast
• black beans
• lettuce of any kind
• Apple cider or Red Wine Vinegar
• cilantro
• Dijon Mustard
• Honey
• sugar
• limes
• sesame oil
Directions:
To make the dressing mix 1/2 cup honey, 1/2 cup Dijon mustard, 3 T Vinegar,
3 T sugar, 2 T sesame oil, and the juice from a 1/4 of a lime squeezed in. stir it
up and taste it! Refrigerate while your chicken is cooking.
Next, cover chicken breast with the juice from a 1/4 of a fresh lime and cilantro. Drizzle with honey. Grill until done. Wash and tear lettuce, add grilled
chicken, dressing, and if you don’t mind a few more calories and want a little
crunch, throw in some tortilla strips. There you have it!
ooooooh baby!
Mark your calendars for the 3rd Annual
baby Expo on May 21st!
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subscription to military families? They do.
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Q: What do patriotic
monkeys wave?
A: Star Spangled bananas!
Q: What did the
soldier’s letter say to
the stamp?
A: Stick with me, kid, and we’ll go
places.
Fact or Fiction?
American Flag Challenge
COLORING PICTURE
Every Memorial Day, Americans fly their flags at halfstaff until noon in honor of fallen soldiers. Here are some
questions about the American flag. How many can you
answer correctly?
1) The flag has 13 red and green stripes. Fact or Fiction?
2) The number of stripes stands for the original 13 colonies.
Fact or Fiction?
3) The colors of the stripes stand for purity and innocence and
hardiness and valor. Fact or Fiction?
4) The flag has 60 white stars on a blue background.
Fact or Fiction?
5) The blue background stands for the Union. Fact or Fiction?
6) The color of the background stands for vigilance, perseverance
and justice. Fact or Fiction?
7) The stars stand for the millions of people living in the United
States. Fact or Fiction?
8) Each of the stars has four points. Fact or Fiction?
9) The stars can be placed anywhere on the blue background.
Fact or Fiction?
10) A new star and stripe are added to the flag each time a new
state enters the United States. Fact or Fiction?
Answers: 1) Fiction, the stripes are red and white, 2) Fact, 3) Fact, 4) Fiction,
the flag has 50 stars, 5) Fact, 6) Fact, 7) Fiction, the 50 stars stand for the
number of states in America, 8) Fiction, each of the stars has five points, 9)
Fiction, the stars must be placed in a certain pattern, 10) Fiction, that practice
stopped in 1818 when it became clear that adding stripes was not going to work
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living on less
writtEn by Tracy Patterson
Summer activities that won’t break the bank
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If a child doesn’t learn the way he is taught,
we teach
him the way he learns.
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family members try to guess what they are.
n Have an A-to-Z scavenger hunt. The
kids will have to search the house and
make a list of objects that start with each
letter of the alphabet. To make it harder,
have them do it in order of the alphabet.
n Search for hidden treasures. Have a
child or parent hide a “treasure” somewhere in the yard or house. Create clues
the kids need to solve to find the next clue.
Finder’s keepers! Older children will love
to create clues and riddles for the younger
ones and it will keep their minds in “creative” mode. For younger kids you can
also find plenty of “seek and find” hidden
picture puzzles on the internet.
n Make and bake. Here’s an exercise
with numbers and fractions. Try new recipes and cut them in half or double them
for a yummy math exercise.
n Have a family book club. It seems
difficult to get kids to read during the summer. Try a book club, with points for books
read and an inexpensive prize or treat for
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water, iced tea mix and bags, dishes
and tools around Father’s Day.
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FAITH AT PLAY
meeting goals. At my house, the kids like
to hop in my bed with me as we all read to
our hearts’ content.
n Plant a garden. Have your kids do
research on gardening online and pick out
some seeds to make a backyard garden.
They will enjoy planting and watering and
watching their little creations grow!
n Start a scrapbook. Take photos of
your summer activities and let your kids
create a scrapbook of their summer. They
can do it digitally, if you know how to do
it and can show them how, or you can do
the original cut-and-paste type. Scrapbooking supplies are always on sale and are
readily available.
n Work on a family jigsaw puzzle.
Choose a puzzle that you will work on as a
family throughout the summer. l
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ummer is finally here! around march or april you might have been
counting the days until school would dismiss for the summer. Now you
might be among those who are counting days until school starts! Hearing the constant blare of the television accompanied by children still in their
pajamas eating potato chips on the
couch can get old after the first week,
as does watching your children turn
into video game zombies.
It is possible to survive the summer
and not let your kids’ brains turn to
mush. While it’s certainly not possible
to engage kids in quality activities every minute of the summer, with a little
creativity and very little money, you
can get your kids off the couch and
exercise their brains while they have
fun in the process.
n Get camera happy! Give the
kids a camera and have them search for
and photograph items on a list you’ve
tracy Patterson is a free-lance writer,
made, scavenger-hunt style, or let
volunteer and mother of three.
them take close-up photos of various
she is always looking for creative
textures in the outdoors, download
ways to save her family money.
them to your computer and have other
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recipes
CourtEsy of Family Features
Get Your Grill On!
Backyard chefs, get ready to fire up the grills and cook up some
flavor. Whether you’re cooking just for the family or for all the
neighbors, make sure you’ve got plenty of great recipes and grilling
know-how.
Grilling tips
n let meat rest for several minutes before slicing or serving. This
lets the juices redistribute throughout the meat, which keeps it nice
and juicy.
n Slice flank steak diagonally across the grain, otherwise it will be
too tough.
n Know your ribs. Pork spare ribs come from the outer edge and
tend to be leaner. baby back ribs are shorter and are cut from
the back. country style ribs come from the shoulder area and are
meatier than the other cuts.
n When buying shrimp for grilling, make sure you get at least
jumbo sized (12 to 15 per pound), or colossal (about 10 per pound).
if they’re much smaller, they will be harder to handle and will cook
more quickly than the other ingredients on the skewer.
smokey steak Kabobs
Ingredients:
• 2 Tbsp. Wright’s® Natural Hickory seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon Ac’cent Flavor Enhancer
• 1 cup coffee
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/3 cup oil
• 2 lbs. steak (rib-eye or sirloin) cut into cubes
• 1 large green pepper, cut into chunks
• 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms
• cherry tomatoes
Directions:
In a bowl, combine hickory seasoning, flavor
enhancer, coffee, onion and oil. Add steak cubes
and stir occasionally. Marinate 45 minutes.
Drain.
Using long skewers, alternate steak cubes,
green pepper chunks, mushrooms and cherry
tomatoes. Place skewers on grill over hot coals.
Grill 6 minutes, turn and grill additional 4 to 6
minutes.
Discover
Summer Blast;
Make it a Splash!
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CourtEsy of Family Features
Grilled salmon
Ingredients:
• 6-ounce salmon fillet per person
• 2 tablespoons Ac’cent Flavor Enhancer
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon fresh ground black peppercorns
• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 3 tablespoons onion flakes
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• oil
Directions:
Mix all dry ingredients together with a mortar and pestle
until powdery. Rub all over salmon fillets on both sides and
leave for 1 to 2 hours.
Heat a ridged grill pan, chargrill or bbQ until hot.
Spread some oil over the salmon fillets and place on the
grill.
cook for 5 minutes. Turn over and cook until done. Test
by poking a knife into the center of fillet and look inside;
the fish should flake easily.
serve with a mixed pasta salad. l
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• Reading disabilities (dyslexia) affect at least 10 million children, approximately 1 child in 5.
• More than 38.7% of children with learning disabilities drop out of high school, compares
to 11% of the general student population.
• 50% of American adults are unable to read an eighth-grade level book.
• Approximately 50% of the nation’s unemployed youth ages 16-21 are functionally
illiterate, with virtually no prospects of obtaining jobs.
• 60% of American’s prison inmates are illiterate and 85% of all juvenile offenders have
reading problems.
• Youth not able to read and write exhibit signs of low self-esteem and a lack of confidence.
- The International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
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minutes and floss daily. Brushing after each meal or snack will help keep teeth clean and
strong and help the braces actually move your teeth better. When your gums are puffy
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Without proper force the wires cannot move the teeth as well.
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the fridge
Raquel participating in “Popcorn Frolic” family story time at the South
Branch Library in March.
Reese participating in the Mini-Camp held by the South Branch Library
over Spring Break.
Fun at Your Abilene Public Library!
APL offers many activities for the whole family. You can find many of these activities on the Abilene Families Calendar!
Christopher, age 12 and Abbie, age 8 drawing with Fragrant Kool-Aid Paint at the Library.
Reese, age 8 showing off his Kool-Aid Paint Creation at the Library.
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