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A Note from Your Publisher
I am finally catching up after my daughter's appendectomy last week. She is recovering very well and we are so thankful!
During the month of May, there are several key "awareness" designations. The entire month of may is designated as Melanoma/Skin Cancer Awareness month. May 13th marked the beginning of Food Allergy Awareness week and also National Women's Health week. (I shared an article for National Women's Health week in the last newsletter.)
I am including several health-related articles provided by other Mac Kid publishers.
During the month of May, there are several key "awareness" designations. The entire month of may is designated as Melanoma/Skin Cancer Awareness month. May 13th marked the beginning of Food Allergy Awareness week and also National Women's Health week. (I shared an article for National Women's Health week in the last newsletter.)
I am including several health-related articles provided by other Mac Kid publishers.
- Kimberly ...
7th Annual Fieldale Heritage Festival
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Residents of Fieldale are proud to announce that the Fieldale Heritage Festival is coming to town as it does every year in May.
The 7th Annual Fieldale Heritage Festival will be held this Saturday (May 19th) from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. The day will begin with a Pancake Breakfast at 7:00 am. The Opening Ceremony will be held from 9:00 - 9:15. Activities and exhibits will be open after the end of the closing ceremony. Dean Smith and Montana Young will take the stage to entertain ...
The 7th Annual Fieldale Heritage Festival will be held this Saturday (May 19th) from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. The day will begin with a Pancake Breakfast at 7:00 am. The Opening Ceremony will be held from 9:00 - 9:15. Activities and exhibits will be open after the end of the closing ceremony. Dean Smith and Montana Young will take the stage to entertain ...
Food Allergy Awareness Week
Facts EVERY Parent Should Know
Do you read every label, on every package of food, every week, at the grocery store? Have you ever feared for your child’s life as you took them to a friend’s birthday party or school celebration? Do you bake most things from scratch so you can control the ingredients? Chances are no, unless you have a child or family member with a life-threatening food allergy.
It is estimated that 15 million Americans have food allergies and there has been a dramatic increase in the last few years by ...
National Kids to Parks Day
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Just what is National Kids to Parks Day, anyway? Simply put, every family in America is invited to attend a local park, state park, or national park and play the day away! Many areas are hosting special events and, in fact, all 35 Virginia State Parks are hosting special events! You can also go to www.kidstoparks.org and pledge to go to a park with your family on May 19th. Pretty cool!
This is the perfect opportunity to "unplug" and enjoy the great outdoors. You'll be amazed at ...
Sunscreen Tips and Facts
We all know how important sunscreen is, but thought I’d share a few tips and facts with you all!
While sunscreen is important to use year-round, we tend to spend a lot more time outdoors in the sunshine during the summertime, so be prepared!
Create a morning routine for yourself AND your kids that includes a first coat of sunscreen. For my kids, I use a non-oily moisturizer with a 30 SPF on them after they brush their teeth each morning. Then before they go outside, I apply sunscreen ...
The Story of Miss Grace
A Mom Spreading Awareness About Melanoma/Skin Cancer
May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Awareness month. For us, we are aware of it on a daily basis.
I took Grace (our youngest of 3 kids) to see her doctor about a bump on her arm. Everyone kept telling us it was nothing more than a wart. I'm no doctor but it was really bothering me and I had never seen a wart grow like this was. It was obviously bothersome to her because she was picking at it and this caused it to bleed.
The nurse practitioner agreed ...
May 16th through May 23rd
Wednesday, May 16 - Story Time @ Ridgeway Library
Story time at the Ridgeway Library.
Where: 900 Vista View Lane
P.O. Box 1210
Ridgeway, Virginia 24148-1210When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Age range is not specified. Please call the Ridgeway Branch Library at 276-956-1828.How: Pre-registration is NOT required. However, please contact the branch to confirm that story time has not been cancelled due to inclement weather (or for any other reason).Cost: FREEFor more info: Phone: 276-956-1828
Email: ridgeway@brrl.lib.va.us
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Thursday, May 17 - Story Time @ Bassett Library
Early Literacy Storytime
Where: Bassett Branch Library
3969 Fairystone Park Highway
Bassett, VA 24055When: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 2 to 6How: Pre-registration is not required. However, please call to confirm that story time is being held, especially in the case of inclement weather.Cost: FREEFor more info:(276)629-2526
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Friday, May 18 - Expressions @ Piedmont Arts Association
Offering an eclectic mix of styles and media, Expressions is one of the most popular events in Piedmont Arts' exhibition schedule. Presented by the Lynwood Artists and Piedmont Arts, this open-entry juried art exhibit features work by local and regional artists. Members and guests are invited to attend an opening reception and awards ceremony for Expressions 2012.
Where: Piedmont Arts Association
215 Starling Avenue
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PMWho: Age recommendation not specified. Please verify using the email address listed below.How: Please RSVP attendance to bbradshaw@piedmontarts.org.Cost: FREE
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Saturday, May 19 - Fieldale Heritage Festival
This family-friendly festival features live entertainment, food vendors, crafts, Fieldale history, a car show, and more.
Where: Fieldale, VAWhen: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: AnyoneHow: Just Show Up!Cost: FREE, but you should bring some cash if you plan to eat and/or shop.For more info: bbullard28@embarqmail.com
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Saturday, May 19 - Strawberry Festival @ Stuart
Come and enjoy our Strawberry Festival and all the festivities including our farmers selling their strawberries on the street, arts and crafts, all kinds of baked items made from strawberries. We also have a strawberry bake-off.
Where: The Depot
South Main Street
Stuart, VA 24171When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: AnyoneHow: Just Show Up!Cost: FREEFor more info: 276.694.3811
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Saturday, May 19 - Bluegrass at the Rives @ Uptown Martinsville
Bluegrass At The Rives Concert Series is presented by the Lions Club of Martinsville-Henry County to bring outstanding bluegrass concerts to the Rives Theatre. Concerts are held on the 3rd Saturday of each month. The featured band this month is Shelton Brothers. Doors open at 5:00; potluck band at 5:30; featured concert at 7:00.
Where: Rives Theatre
215 E Church St
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 5:00 PMWho: AnyoneHow: Just Show UpCost: $4.00 per personFor more info: For event information: Call Jim Clark at (276) 638-7095 or email him at jim.clark@embarqmail.com.
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Sunday, May 20 - History Day @ Collinsville Library
Learn about local history. Share stories with others. View historic memorabilia. Bring items for show-and-tell.
Where: Collinsville Library
2540 Virginia Avenue
Collinsville, Virginia 24078-2241When: 2:30 PM - 5:00 PMWho: AnyoneHow: n/aCost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 22 - Tuesday Morning Jamboree @ Stanleytown Hardee's
"The Hardee's Bunch" invites everyone out on Tuesday mornings to enjoy Old Style Country & Gospel Music. The Jamboree started in 1994 as a birthday celebration for a member celebrating his 91st birthday. Because it was such a hit, the group decided to meet each week to play.
The musicians set up in a corner to play and entertain special requests from the audience. Many people get up early to meet their extended family members for breakfast, coffee and music.
The musicians set up in a corner to play and entertain special requests from the audience. Many people get up early to meet their extended family members for breakfast, coffee and music.
Where: Hardee's (Stanleytown)
933 Fairystone Park Hwy
Stanleytown, VA 24168When: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Weekly)Who: AnyoneHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: Hardee's Phone #: 276.629.1122
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Tuesday, May 22 - Story Time @ Martinsville Library
Story time for ages 2-3 @ 9:30; story time for ages 4+ at 10:30.
Where: Martinsville Branch Library
310 E. Church Street
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 9:30 AMWho: Ages 2-3 or 4+, depending on time.How: Pre-registration is not required. However, please call to confirm that story time is still being held, especially in the case of inclement weather.Cost: FREEFor more info: Call (276)403-5430
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Tuesday, May 22 - Story Time @ Collinsville Library
Stories, finger plays, songs, craft.
Where: Collinsville Library
2540 Virginia Avenue
Collinsville, Virginia 24078-2241When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Ages 2 through 6 years.How: Registration is NOT required. However, please confirm that story time has not been cancelled due to inclement weather (or for any other reason).Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 22 - Story Time @ Martinsville Library
Story time for ages 2-3 @ 9:30; story time for ages 4+ at 10:30.
Where: Martinsville Branch Library
310 E. Church Street
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 2-3 or 4+, depending on time.How: Pre-registration is not required. However, please call to confirm that story time is still being held, especially in the case of inclement weather.Cost: FREEFor more info: Call (276)403-5430
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Wednesday, May 23 - My Child & Me @ The Starting Place
Bring your young child to the mall for a FREE "learn as we play together" program at The Starting Place. Programs are held every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month.
My Child and Me is a time for children to play as tips and information are shared with parents and caregivers. Activities Include: Free Play in play area, Circle time with story, Craft, and Snack.
The theme today is Rhymes and Songs.
The theme today is Rhymes and Songs.
Where: The Starting Place in Liberty Fair Mall across from Bath & Body WorksWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Ages 0 to 5How: Registration is NOT required.Cost: FREEFor more info: For more information, call The Starting Place at 276.666.8901, or visit the web site at www.smartbeginningsmhc.org.
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Wednesday, May 23 - Story Time @ Ridgeway Library
Story time at the Ridgeway Library.
Where: 900 Vista View Lane
P.O. Box 1210
Ridgeway, Virginia 24148-1210When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Age range is not specified. Please call the Ridgeway Branch Library at 276-956-1828.How: Pre-registration is NOT required. However, please contact the branch to confirm that story time has not been cancelled due to inclement weather (or for any other reason).Cost: FREEFor more info: Phone: 276-956-1828
Email: ridgeway@brrl.lib.va.us
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Wednesday, May 23 - The History of Ridgeway Clocks
Speaker: William J. Gravely
No additional details provided
No additional details provided
Where: NCI Classroom Building
30 Franklin Street
Uptown MartinsvilleWhen: 12:00 PMWho: Open to the PublicHow: Email: skeyser@newcollegeinstitute.orgCost: FREE
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Wednesday, May 23 - Homeschool: Engineering Enrichment @ VMNH
VMNH offers engaging natural history programs for homeschool students. Regular programs are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10 to 11:15 AM, unless otherwise noted. Some months, an additional enrichment program is held on the 4th Wednesday from 3 - 4 PM in order to build upon programs and offer more in depth explorations.
Where: Virginia Museum of Natural History
21 Sterling Avenue
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: Divided into two age groups: 6-9 and 10-15.How: Pre-registration is required one week prior to each event. Call the museum at 276. 634.4185; or send an email to discover@vmnh.virginia.gov.Cost: $5 per student; parents and siblings may stay in the museum during class time.For more info: A program may be cancelled if the minimum number is not met.
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May 24th through May 31st
Thursday, May 24 - Story Time @ Bassett Library
Early Literacy Storytime
Where: Bassett Branch Library
3969 Fairystone Park Highway
Bassett, VA 24055When: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 2 to 6How: Pre-registration is not required. However, please call to confirm that story time is being held, especially in the case of inclement weather.Cost: FREEFor more info:(276)629-2526
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Tuesday, May 29 - Tuesday Morning Jamboree @ Stanleytown Hardee's
"The Hardee's Bunch" invites everyone out on Tuesday mornings to enjoy Old Style Country & Gospel Music. The Jamboree started in 1994 as a birthday celebration for a member celebrating his 91st birthday. Because it was such a hit, the group decided to meet each week to play.
The musicians set up in a corner to play and entertain special requests from the audience. Many people get up early to meet their extended family members for breakfast, coffee and music.
The musicians set up in a corner to play and entertain special requests from the audience. Many people get up early to meet their extended family members for breakfast, coffee and music.
Where: Hardee's (Stanleytown)
933 Fairystone Park Hwy
Stanleytown, VA 24168When: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Weekly)Who: AnyoneHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: Hardee's Phone #: 276.629.1122
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Tuesday, May 29 - Story Time @ Martinsville Library
Story time for ages 2-3 @ 9:30; story time for ages 4+ at 10:30.
Where: Martinsville Branch Library
310 E. Church Street
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 9:30 AMWho: Ages 2-3 or 4+, depending on time.How: Pre-registration is not required. However, please call to confirm that story time is still being held, especially in the case of inclement weather.Cost: FREEFor more info: Call (276)403-5430
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Tuesday, May 29 - Story Time @ Collinsville Library
Stories, finger plays, songs, craft.
Where: Collinsville Library
2540 Virginia Avenue
Collinsville, Virginia 24078-2241When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Ages 2 through 6 years.How: Registration is NOT required. However, please confirm that story time has not been cancelled due to inclement weather (or for any other reason).Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 29 - Story Time @ Martinsville Library
Story time for ages 2-3 @ 9:30; story time for ages 4+ at 10:30.
Where: Martinsville Branch Library
310 E. Church Street
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 2-3 or 4+, depending on time.How: Pre-registration is not required. However, please call to confirm that story time is still being held, especially in the case of inclement weather.Cost: FREEFor more info: Call (276)403-5430
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Tuesday, May 29 - Martinsville Mustangs Season Opener
Home Game against Thomasville HiToms
Where: Hooker Field
450 East Commonwealth
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 7:05 PMWho: AnyoneHow: Just Show Up! (or buy a Season Ticket)Cost: $5 General Admission; $7 Reserved Seats; Season Tickets available; package deals available.For more info: General Manager: (276) 403-5250; www.MartinsvilleMustangs.com
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Wednesday, May 30 - Story Time @ Ridgeway Library
Story time at the Ridgeway Library.
Where: 900 Vista View Lane
P.O. Box 1210
Ridgeway, Virginia 24148-1210When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Age range is not specified. Please call the Ridgeway Branch Library at 276-956-1828.How: Pre-registration is NOT required. However, please contact the branch to confirm that story time has not been cancelled due to inclement weather (or for any other reason).Cost: FREEFor more info: Phone: 276-956-1828
Email: ridgeway@brrl.lib.va.us
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Wednesday, May 30 - Doodle Bugs: Build Your World Lego Design @ VMNH
VMNH offers children ages 3 to 5 the opportunity to experience natural history first-hand with the Doodle Bugs! program. Each program lasts an hour and includes imaginative stories, fun activities, games and crafts that spark creativity and curiosity.
Where: Virginia Museum of Natural History
12 Starling Avenue
Martinsville, VAWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Event repeats at 3:00 PM)Who: Children ages 3 to 5; must be accompanied by an adult.How: Pre-register one week prior to the event by calling the museum at 276.634.4185Cost: $5 per child; no charge for the attending adult. Admission to the museum is included.For more info: If the minimum class size is not met, the class may be cancelled. http://www.vmnh.net/calendar.cfm.
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Thursday, May 31 - Story Time @ Bassett Library
Early Literacy Storytime
Where: Bassett Branch Library
3969 Fairystone Park Highway
Bassett, VA 24055When: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 2 to 6How: Pre-registration is not required. However, please call to confirm that story time is being held, especially in the case of inclement weather.Cost: FREEFor more info:(276)629-2526
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Thursday, May 31 - Martinsville Mustangs
Home Game against Forest City
Where: Hooker Field
450 East Commonwealth
Martinsville, VA 24112When: 7:05 PMWho: AnyoneHow: Just Show Up! (or buy a Season Ticket)Cost: $5 General Admission; $7 Reserved Seats; Season Tickets available; package deals available.For more info: General Manager: (276) 403-5250; www.MartinsvilleMustangs.com
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Chicken in a Pot
An Easy Meal for the Busiest of Nights
This is my favorite easy meal to make on those busy weekday nights. The ingredients don't cost much, prep time is minimal and the result is a yummy meal for your whole family to enjoy. Since this is made in the Crockpot, you can throw in the ingredients, set it... and forget it. Hours later, dinner is done. While the meal cooks, it fills your entire house with an appetizing aroma, and the smell of a home-cooked meal is one of the most comforting smells.
Ingredients:
- 2 carrots, sliced ...
Strawberry Cream Cheese Shortcake
This super easy recipe is an easy and delicious twist on traditional Strawberry Shortcake.
Ingredients:
Directions:
Ingredients:
- 1 Box White or Yellow Cake Mix
- 3 Eggs
- 1 8 oz. Package Softened Cream Cheese
- ¼ cup All Purpose Flour
- 2 Quarts of Strawberries
- ¼ cup Granulated Sugar
- Whipped Cream
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
- Wash and cut up fresh strawberries, mix in a bowl with granulated sugar and set aside
- Mix cake mix, flour, eggs, and cream cheese in a bowl, the dough will be stiff and you may need to hand kneed ...
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