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March 18, 2010

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...Sadie Lilly! Sadie was born on Monday, March 15. She weighed in a 6lbs 12 oz and measured 18.5 inches. She is such a little peanut and we are smitten with her! Big sister Gracie isn't so sure what to think. She's being a trooper though.

So, here is this week's newsletter. I am not sure what next week's will look like. (I was able to put this one together pre-Sadie.) But please hang in there with me! We'll be back up to par in no time!

In the mean time, enjoy this sunshine! It feels soooo good, even through the windows at the hospital. I can't wait to enjoy it myself!

jenny


This Week's Calendar:

March 10th through March 23rd

Wednesday, March 10 - Spring 2010 Story and a Craft

Join us for a short tale or two and make a simple craft.
Where: Olmstead Falls Library
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Ages 3-7 and their caregivers
How: Please register each child separately for each date he/she will attend. Indicate the child's age and caregiver's phone number in the Comments Section.
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.org
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Saturday, March 20 - Baby Sign Language

Want to communicate with your prelingual baby? Learn baby signs together! Research shows this lowers frustration, heightens bonding, and increases IQ scores.
Where: Coventry Village Library
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Babies & Toddlers
How: Just show up
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: Elizabeth Barret 216-321-3400
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Saturday, March 20 - Health Fair for Kids

The journey to good health starts with good information. Come to the Museum for health screenings, demonstrations about exercise and good nutrition, and make-and-take activities for the whole family.
Where: Natural History Museum
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost of event: Free and open to the public
For more info: www.cmnh.org
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Saturday, March 20 - Storytime - Feelings

If you’re happy and you know it clap your hands! We’ll have fun at this storytime as we read stories about different feelings! Children are invited to create pictures using our “I feel” stamps!
Where: Joseph-Beth Booksellers, Legacy Village
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-6
How: Just show up
Cost of event: FREE
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Saturday, March 20 - M.I.L.K. Child Identification Kits

Josh Cohen of Cohen Insurance Agency, Farmers Insurance Group will be providing M.I.L.K. Child Identification Kits. The Managing Information on Lost Kids (M.I.L.K.) program provides parents with identification software that includes a standardized, high-quality digital image of their child with a place to record current detailed characteristics. If the unthinkable occurs, a parent can immediately print "missing" posters and send this important information to law enforcement agencies and the NCMEC-information that can help turn an extended search into a quick recovery.
Where: Willoughby Library
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Parents
How: Just show up
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 440-942-3200
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Saturday, March 20 - So You Think You Can Dance

Learning to dance is fun!  Join us as Ms. Kenya Woods introduces ballet through music and movement to 4 and 5 year olds with caregiver.
Where: Mayfield Library
When: 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 4-5
How: Registration required
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.org
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Saturday, March 20 - Teddy Bear Clinic

Bring your favorite teddy bear for fun, games and snacks.
Where: Willowick Library
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 440-943-4151
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Sunday, March 21 - Puppet Show: The Amphibians are Coming!

The puppets at Wolf Creek have created a new television news show called Wolf Creek Nature News. This month, they investigate strange noises and sightings coming from vernal pools in the forest. Could it be aliens from outer space? Come join us for a hilarious puppet show as the Wolf Creek Puppet News Team investigates these strange occurrences. After the show, kids can enjoy making a craft.
Where: Wolf Creek Environment Center
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 4-12 (with adult companion)
How: Register by March 19
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 330-722-9364
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Sunday, March 21 - Preschool/Daycare Fair

Join the library and local Preschools/Daycares for a fun afternoon of family friendly entertainment. Preschools and Daycares will be passing out information regarding enrollment and services and the library will provide light refreshments and a little fun!
Where: Lee Road Library
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost of event: FREE
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Monday, March 22 - Band Tour Preview Concert

Come listen to the Shaker Heights High School Band!
Where: Shaker Heights High School
When: 7:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost of event: FREE
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Tuesday, March 23 - Stroller Science

Bring your precious little one out to discover signs of spring. We’ll look for skunk cabbage, migrant birds, and other natural wonders that announce to us that spring is on the way. Terrain: easy, less than 1 mile
Where: North Chagrin Nature Center
When: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: 2 years & under with adult
How: Registration required
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 440-473-3370
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Teen Scene:

March 18th through March 25th

Thursday, March 18 - Poetry & Pizza Night for Tweens

Tweens will have the opportunity to share poems of their favorite poets or read what they have composed themselves inside the Children’s Theater. Song lyrics can also be shared or performed for their peers in grades fifth to eighth grades. Come read a funny, dramatic or sad poem in our intimate, relaxed café setting. Hot cocoa, pop, and pizza will be served.
Where: Mentor Public Library, Main Library Children's Theater
When: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Grades 5-8
How: Registration required (440-255-8811)
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: Totally Tween blog
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Saturday, March 20 - FREE Workforce Workshops for Teens

Job Skills That Give the Winning Edge! Series of 4 Saturday Sessions Beginning, March 20

Workshop Series to Help You Learn:
  • Resume writing 30 sec. elevator speech Interview Techniques
  • Business etiquette How to follow-up Where to find jobs
  • Stress management Employer Expectations
Where: Shaker Heights Main Library
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Teens ages 15-19
How: Space is limited! Registration required
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 216-392-8688
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Saturday, March 20 - Teens and Technology: Free Gaming Sites

Discover gaming sites that don't cost a thing!
Where: Lee Road Library, Cleveland Heights
When: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Registration required
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: Register here
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Tuesday, March 23 - "New Moon" Screening

We'll have refreshments a werewolf would love, games, and prizes. Bring your knowledge of the library and win "New Moon" themed goodies. Limited reserved seat tickets for the two rows are available when checking out 10 YA novels. Bring your receipts to the Adult Reference desk for your ticket and to get first dibs on a poster. All events will take place in the James R. Garfield Room at the Main Library. This movie is rated PG-13.
Where: Mentor Library
When: 6:00 PM
Who: Teens
How: Just show up
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 440-255-8811
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Wednesday, March 24 - Magazine Bowls for Teens

Create a bowl using pages from magazines.
Where: Willoughby Library
When: 7:00 PM
Who: Grades 6-12
How: Registration required
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 440-942-3200
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Thursday, March 25 - Calling All Artists!

he CH-UH Public Library is looking for submissions for our new ‘zine. This is a great way to get your work out there and get published.  So bring us your artwork, drawings, comics, sketches, poetry, short stories, news articles, and more!
Where: Cleveland Heights-University Heights Library
When: n/a
Who: Teens
How: Please turn in all submissions by March 31 to the teen office in the main branch of the library at CH-UH.
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: www.heightslibrary.org
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Plan Ahead:

March 26th through April 17th

Friday, March 26 through Sunday, April 18 - I-X Indoor Amusement Park

The I-X Indoor Amusement Park is Northeast Ohio's #1 Family Spring time event. Come find out why the I-X Indoor Amusement Park, presented by Marc's, has been the Official Cure for Cabin Fever for so many years. The Park spans more than 20 acres and is jam-packed with over 150 rides, games, and attractions for guests of all ages. NEW this year - Clayton Rosaire's Big Cat Habitat!
Where: International Exposition Center
When: n/a
Who: Everyone
How: Tickets required
Cost of event: $9 - $19
For more info: 800-897-3942
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Saturday, March 27 through Sunday, March 28 - Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny will be held in The RainForest. Tickets include a delicious breakfast buffet, admission to the Zoo and The RainForest that day, a visit with the Easter Bunny (parents, don't forget your cameras!), face painting, crafts, Get-Close Animal Encounters and a special 10 a.m. Easter egg hunt. Breakfast is served from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Where: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
When: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM (also April 3 date)
Who: Everyone
How: Purchase tickets ahead of time. This event sells out fast!
Cost of event: Adults: $22.50; Children 2-11: $18.50; Children under 2: FREE
For more info: 216-635-3300
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Saturday, March 27 through Sunday, March 28 - 11th Annual KidShow

Continuous entertainment, inflatatables, kids' corner, exhibitors, face painting, play area, costume characters and more!
Where: Great Lakes Mall
When: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (11am - 6pm on the 28th)
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: www.usepromark.com
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Saturday, March 27 - "Print Making" Family Workshop

Come create wearable art as a family!  Learn the basics of printmaking and create a printed Children's Museum of Cleveland T-shirt. Families can let their creativity flow with this fun and easy technique. Make patterns, pictures or abstract prints. T-shirts and supplies included in workshop fee.     
Where: Children's Museum of Cleveland
When: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Who: Recommended for children ages 3 and over.
How: Pre-registration required.
Cost of event: Workshop fee: $10/project (plus museum admission).
For more info: Call 216-791-7114 for more information.
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Saturday, March 27 - The Buzzards are Back!

The Buzzards return to Hinckley Reservation each year on March 15. Join us to learn more about turkey vultures, buzzards and their gross behaviors. We will even go out and see if we can find any turkey vultures.
Where: CanalWay Center
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 8-12 years old
How: Registration required
Cost of event: 216-206-1000
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Sunday, March 28 - Playhouse Disney Live in Cleveland

Celebrate with your Playhouse Disney pals when Playhouse Disney Live! comes to your hometown! In this brand new live show, you're invited to the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse as Mickey plans a spectacular music party for all his friends. The Little Einsteins set off on a musical mission around the world to find a song for the party - with the help of Rocket, of course! Pooh, Tigger and Darby spring into action to search for music in the Hundred Acre Wood, and Handy Manny and his team of tools find the perfect party beat. Laugh, sing and play along, 'cause your favorite Playhouse Disney pals are live on stage, and you're invited to join the party!
Where: Wolstein Center
When: 12:00 PM (and 3pm)
Who: Everyone
How: Tickets required
Cost of event: $15 - $45
For more info: 800-745-3000, online at ticketmaster.com or in person at Giant Eagle and Macy's.
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Sunday, March 28 - Chemistry Club Child-Only Workshop

“Little Einstein” has a whole new meaning at The Children's Museum of Cleveland! Come have some experimental fun as we explore how science works. Kids will be doing a variety of their very own “hands on” experiments and take home a laboratory guide filled with experiments and discoveries!
Where: Children's Museum of Cleveland
When: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Who: Recommended for children ages 4 and older.
How: Registration required
Cost of event: Workshop fee: $10/ child. (Non-members must pay additional Museum admission of $7/person if they wish to play in the Museum exhibits).
For more info: Call 216-791-7114 x21 for more information and to register.
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Monday, March 29 through Wednesday, March 31 - Babysitting Clinic

Interested in how to become an excellent babysitter? If so, then please come to this three day program event where you will learn basic safety tips, how to make the entire experience loads of fun and even earn a certificate of completion. You must attend all three days.
Where: University Heights Library
When: 4:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Who: Teens ages 11- 18
How: Registration required
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: Michele Hirschfeld, 216-932-3600 x290
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Monday, March 29 - Heights Teen Talk Radio

Teens interested in sharing their point of view will have the chance to do so with our new innovative series called "Heights Teen Talk Radio". Heights Teen Talk Radio will begin podcasting from the Coventry branch during the Spot. This series will run the first and last Monday of each month throughout the spring quarter.
Where: Coventry Village Library
When: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: See more info
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: Email David Howell at dhowell@heightslibrary.org or call 216-932-3600 x290
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Saturday, April 3 - Annual Egg Hunt in Hershey Children's Garden

Children ages 2-10 join us for our eggs-cellent hunt, ongoing activities, and photos with Mr. Bunny. Egg Hunt begins at 10:45 am for ages 2-5. Egg Hunt begins at 11:15 am for ages 6-10. Event takes place rain or shine.
Where: Botanical Gardens
When: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 2-10
How: Registration required
Cost of event: $8/member child; $12/nonmember child; Free/member adult; $7.50/nonmember adult
For more info: 216-721-1600 x100
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Saturday, April 3 - Teen Anime Afternoons

Do you enjoy watching anime movies and drawing with friends? Join us for fun and snacks! Grades 6-12. Registration required.
Where: Willowick Library
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Grades 6-12
How: Registration rquired
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 440-943-4151
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Friday, April 16 through Saturday, April 17 - Musical Rainbow Concert: "Sensational Strings"

Musical Rainbow concerts for children ages 3 to 6 introduce very young children to the instruments of the orchestra – one at a time! Each fun and age-appropriate program includes narration, demonstration, short solo selections, and audience participation. Sensational Strings, hosted by Maryann Nagel, features Bryan Dumm, cello, and Molly Fung, violin.
Where: Severence Hall's Reinberger Chamber Hall
When: 10:00 AM (11am on the 17th)
Who: Ages 3-6
How: Tickets required
Cost of event: $7
For more info: 216-231-1111
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Saturday, April 17 - American Girls Tea Party

Bring your American Girl Doll or your favorite doll to a tea party at the library.
Where: Willowick Library
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Grades 1-3
How: Space is limited so sign up early!
Cost of event: FREE
For more info: 440-943-4151
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Arthur's Back!

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Over the years, ARTHUR has celebrated kids with all kinds of abilities and featured many types of friendships. As part of season 13, ARTHUR welcomes back familiar faces and introduces new friends with unique stories to tell.  Five new episodes premiere Monday, April 5 on PBS KIDS GO!  

One very special episode is "When Carl Met George" - George discovers that Carl has Asperger's Syndrome, a form of autism, and that Carl sees the world a bit differently than George and many kids.  Despite their differences, George and Carl become great pals - and learn a lot from each other.  The story is followed by a live-action segment featuring kids with Asperger's and autism. 


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Rock Art!

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Saturday, March 20th is the first day of Spring!  Although the weather may be a bit too brisk to fully enjoy the season, here is a fun craft you can do in preparation for the warm weather!  

Collect a lot of rocks. Be sure there are different sizes and shapes.

Start by choosing the rocks.  Flat ones for designs and shapely ones for a pet rock!   

Paint the entire rock, top and bottom in one color.

When the first coat of paint dries, paint on the details such as a lady bug, flowers or eyes and whiskers!  

Almost any type of acrylic paint will work.  Try to find some thick paints so that the rock won't show through.

Kids can love to be creative and your rocks can  become a door stop, book end, garden ornament, or paper weight.  They make a great gift for grandparents too!


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All you have to do is read

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Reading aloud to a child is important to their language development and builds a foundation for their future success as a reader. It's a magic moment when a child catches on to the connection between what their parent is reading and the words on the page of a book.    

Strong reading skills make everything easier in the education world.  And if your child becomes a strong reader it will in turn alleviate pressure when other subjects may present challenges. Children take to reading eagerly and naturally.  

A little encouragement of this natural curiosity goes a long way - and the child does all the real work.  

Read to Your Child Everyday - it's important to be relaxed and unhurried.  If time doesn't permit, bring books along where you go.  Even if children are left to explore the books on their own, the fact that you bring books shows the child the importance of reading to you.  

Read and Re-Read - Be patient and read your child's favorites a few times, especially if they request them specifically.  Kids are new to stories and when something catches them they want to relive it over and over again.  

Read it Right - Take the time to read the story well. Children know the difference. If you read without enthusiasm your child will lose interest and probably feel like he's putting you out. If reading becomes a chore or - worse yet - a source of stress, it will have reverse the desired effect.  

Choosing the Right Book - Take seriously what your child tells you about the books they like. You'll catch on pretty fast to their interests and you'll be able to guide their choices while respecting their tastes. Go to the library together. Let them respond to what they see and let them have a say in the decision.  

Build a Home Library - Think about collecting the classics; you might even discover a forgotten yearning in yourself for a long lost favorite. Give books a place of honor in your home. Teach your children to respect them and care for them.  

All you have to do is read.


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