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Top Stories: ➊ – Trinity Christian Academy Students Take Home Art of Architecture Awards (Thursday), ➋ – Rep. Sam Johnson Announces High School Student Winners of 2018 Art Competition (Thursday), ➌ – 21 Day Fix Camping Recipes (that you can prep ahead!) (Sunday), ➍ – I Wish I Were a Kid Again (Thursday), ➎ – How Graphic Novels Helped My Daughter Develop a Love for Reading (Wednesday)

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Teen Summer Programs Popping at Smith Public Library

In the Loop Kids (Seasonal Holiday Fun) 5/19 5:00A Judy Truesdell

Teens, grades six through 12 only, are invited to head for Wylie's Smith Public Library this summer for fun and interesting programs! Most teen classes are from 3 to 5 p.m. on...

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Kids Summer Programs Coming Soon to Smith Library

In the Loop Kids (Seasonal Holiday Fun) 5/18 4:00A Judy Truesdell

Wylie's Smith Library is the place to be as summer heats up! The following programs, all free, are for elementary-age kids. Free wristbands are required to attend, as space is...

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The incredible bond between species…Can you relate?

Dallas Children's Theater Blog 5/18 5:40A DCT-Staff

As we think about our production of JUNGALBOOK, I thought it was also a good time to take a look at the relationship between humans and animals. Of course, I realize that Mowgli’s experience of being...

Smith Public Library Kicks Off Summer Reading Club June 8

In the Loop Kids (Classes and Camps) 5/14 5:00A Judy Truesdell

Wylie's Smith Public Library's Summer Reading Club begins May 21 and runs through Aug. 4, with free programs, activities and events, encouraging kids, teens, and adults to read all summer long....

Mark Your Calendars: DCT’s 18-19 Sensory-Friendly Performances

Dallas Children's Theater Blog 5/14 9:20A DCT-Staff

Come join us! Bring your friends! We want EVERYONE to enjoy the magic of live theater! Tickets on sale August 1st for TREASURE ISLAND Reimagined! and September 4th for all additional sensory-friendly...

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Lakehill Lower School Enjoys Field Day

In the Loop Kids (Education) 5/22 9:58A Gigi Ekstrom

In Lakehill's Lower School, it doesn't get much better than Field Day. With excitement high and a glorious sunny day, Lower School parents came out in force to put on a field day to be remembered. ...

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Rep. Sam Johnson Announces High School Student Winners of 2018 Art Competition

In the Loop Kids (Education) 5/17 9:09A adriennerimm_d153196

Plano, TX U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (TX-03) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 Congressional Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery. Winners were announced at the Congressmans free...

I Wish I Were a Kid Again

In the Loop Kids (Education) 5/17 8:27A Gigi Ekstrom

Its that time of year again, when the school year is winding down and summer camps are getting ready to launch. Im such a kid at heart, and poring through the camps catalog always makes me wish that I...

Trinity Christian Academy Students Take Home Art of Architecture Awards

In the Loop Kids (Education) 5/17 6:17A Dala Communications

Recently, two students at Trinity Christian Academy (TCA), were recognized for their extraordinary artwork at The Art of Architecture organized by the Dallas Center for Architecture. Lauren Head...

Why You Should Be Encouraging Your Reluctant Young Reader to Engage With Books

In the Loop Kids (Education) 5/15 8:00A Riley Heruska

If you're like most parents in today's society, you're probably envisioning a summer filled with iPads, video games, television, and the occasional jaunt outside into the Texas heat. Most children...

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Celebrate Blooming Season with a Trip to a Lavender Farm

Mommy's Minivan Monologues 5/22 1:01A MommysMinivanMonologues

Now that summer is just around the corner, it’s time to slow down and relax. And what better way to celebrate the season than with the calming properties of lavender. We’re jump starting our summer...

21 Day Fix Camping Recipes (that you can prep ahead!)

Carrie Elle 5/20 12:00A Carrie

When summer rolls around, and the kids are suddenly home all day, I find that we spend a lot more time out of the house! This means we either eat out, or have to prep our food in advance. With all the...

These pool noodle planes will really fly!

Frugal Fun For Boys 5/17 6:36P Sarah

Build an airplane out of a pool noodle and some simple craft supplies! This fun activity for kids combines fun with STEM learning as kids explore the best possible airplane...

The Lion King is Returning to Dallas Summer Musicals June 13 – July 7, 2018

Dallas Single Mom 5/15 6:51P Teia Collier

Dallas Single Mom Editorial Note: One of the fabulous things about living in the DFW is the rather delicious arts scene. On any given night, you can find something fun to get into and explore an...

Printable Lavender Gift Tags

Carrie Elle 5/15 8:34A Carrie

Spring. Has. Sprung. Seriously it s a beautiful time of year in Texas! With Easter, and Mother s Day, and a whole slew of spring birthdays, it s definitely one of our favorite times of year around...

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Order Personalized Gifts with Personalized Cart

My Crazy Savings 5/22 5:27P Courtney Solstad

I love buying and sending personalized gifts and with Father s Day a few short weeks away, I am excited to partner with Personalized Cart to show you some fun personalized...

Tips for Cruising Carnival

My Crazy Savings 5/21 4:50P Courtney Solstad

We just took a cruise as a family. We needed the change in scenery after months of physical therapy following my unexpected achilles rupture and surgery. We were planning to...

Disney’s The Lion King is coming to Dallas Summer Musicals

My Crazy Savings 5/15 8:55A Courtney Solstad

Dallas Summer Musicals will host Disney’s THE LION KING, which will run at The Music Hall at Fair Park from June 13 through July 7! In its 20th year, The Lion King continues...

Effective Ways to Save When Moving to Dallas

My Crazy Savings 5/11 3:29A Courtney Solstad

Moving to any city can be quite the feat. There are many challenges, bottlenecks, time constraints, and of course expenses. It can become very stressful due to these reasons,...

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Parenting in the Digital Age :: Ashley Januszewski [Ep 207]

God Centered Mom 5/20 7:57P Heather MacFadyen--interviews Sh

Our children are growing up in a digital age with unparalleled access to technology. With these wonderful advances, comes a heavy responsibility we cannot ignore as parents....

Overcoming Barriers to Sexual Intimacy :: Nancy Houston [Ep 206]

God Centered Mom 5/13 7:51P Heather MacFadyen--interviews Sh

*Earbud warning may want to listen without innocent ears hearing as well. ?? This episode is about having great SEX with your husband. Whether that gets you excited or brings...

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Teacher Appreciation Luncheon- Picnic Style

Crafty Texas Girls 5/22 5:01P Samantha Conner

Is there anything more satisfying than serving others? Telling people, you are appreciated, we are thankful for you and treating them to a meal gives you a warm, happy feeling. Don t believe me? Try...