2012 April — Family eGuide

Cinco de Mayo Lewisville

April 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Cinco de Mayo

The annual Cinco de Mayo celebration has been scheduled for Saturday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lewisville High School. The celebration is a fund raiser for the Lewisville High School PTA. There will be live music by regional Blues favorite, The Slivertones and traditional Mexican dancing by the LHS Latino Club, Mexican food and vendors. Saturday, May 5, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Lewisville High School 1098 W Main St Website or 214.726.4560 Lewisville, TX 75067 Cinco de Mayo is a commemoration of the Battle of Puebla, which was fought … [Read more...]

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Banana Wrap

April 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
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1 flour tortilla 1 banana Peanut Butter Lay the sandwich wrap out and spread peanut butter on it. Peel the banana and lay it on the side edge of the wrap. Roll it up snugly, but not too tightly. If there are ends on the wrap tuck them over. Enjoy! This recipe makes a great after-school snack! … [Read more...]

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Bluebonnet Night Coppell

April 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Bluebonnet Night Coppell

The Coppell ISD, Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD and the William T. Cozby  Public Library are hosting the annual Bluebonnet Night at 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 26.  It is outside at the Town Center Plaza behind City Hall.  The mission of the Texas Bluebonnet Award Program is to promote reading by children in grades 3-6.  Every year the Texas Library Association selects twenty quality children’s books to introduce students to a variety of genres and authors.  This year’s selection includes nonfiction, fiction, fantasy and … [Read more...]

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Volunteer Recruitment Concert

April 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
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Volunteer recruitment event features The Rumble Kings. On Wednesday, April 25, a volunteer recruitment event will be held in the courtyard at Medical Center of Lewisville Grand Theater for all those interested in volunteering at a future City of Lewisville event or at the MCL Grand. Coinciding with the event is a free public concert by The Rumble Kings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM MCL Grand Theatre 100 Charles St., Lewisville,TX 75057 http://www.cityoflewisville.com Cost:  Free For information, … [Read more...]

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Best Gymnastics Offers Great Options

April 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Spring forward by enrolling your child in Best Gymnastics! Best Gymnastics offers many different classes for ages 14 months -17 years to suit your child’s needs.    Little Tots is for boys and girls ages 14 months – 3 years and is designed to enhance your child’s motor, listening, safety, and social skills through fun, gymnastics oriented activities. One adult will actively participate with the child during each 45 minute class. Best Kids is a 45 minute class for boys and girls ages 3 and 4 with a 6:1 student to teacher ratio. … [Read more...]

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Family Expo at Grapevine Mills

April 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Family Expo

You’re invited to the Family & Activities Expo at Grapevine Mills.  Many local businesses and organizations will share information about their programs, to assist you in planning your spring and summer activities. The event will also include an emcee and musical entertainment for families. Saturday, April 21, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Grapevine Mills Mall 3000 Grapevine Mills Pkwy … [Read more...]

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Mrs Peggy Goldsmith Retires

April 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
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Do You or Your Child have Mrs. Goldsmith as a Teacher? We're seeking all former students and colleagues of Mrs. Peggy Goldsmith. If you or your child attended Central Elementary in the late 70s, Highland Village in the 80s and 90s, or Forest Vista Elementary in Flower Mound in the last decade, and had Mrs. Goldsmith as your teacher, please contact Addie at goldsmithretirement@gmail.com. Mrs. Goldsmith is retiring after 38 yrs of teaching and we are wanting pictures and your best memories of her from former students and fellow … [Read more...]

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Family Campout in Denton

April 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Family Camping

Saturday, April 21, 7:00 PM – Sunday, April 22, 8:00 AM Spend the night in the park and enjoy storytelling, a scavenger hunt and a marshmallow roast. Fee includes Sat dinner and Sun breakfast. Reserve a tent and two sleeping bags for $10. Supplies are limited. Adults and children must register by Apr 19. South Lakes Park 556 Hobson Ln Denton,TX 76205 Cost:  $15 / person www.dentonparks.com 940/349-7275 … [Read more...]

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We Recommend

April 19, 2012 by 1 Comment
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Learn more about these local businesses: Adventure Day Camps Adventure Kids Playcare AquaKids® Flower Mound Attack Basketball Academy Best Gymnastics Color Me Mine D-Bat Lewisville Dallas Child Footlights Dance Studio Friday Night Live GameTruck iD Tech Camps Kindermusik with Heidi Lamb of God Preschool LEGOLAND Discovery Center Lewisville Football Association Montessori Episcopal Lewisville My DFW Mommy NRH2O Family Waterpark Precious Learners Primrose Schools Primrose School of NE … [Read more...]

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Day Out with Thomas in Grapevine

April 13, 2012 by 1 Comment
Day Out with Thomas

Day Out with Thomas is a family event featuring Thomas the Tank Engine, the endearing storybook character seen on PBS!  Enjoy a 25-minute train ride with a life-sized Thomas the Tank Engine.  A full day of activities and entertainment includes:  Live interactive stage performances, magic shows, a huge model train layout, arts & crafts, and the Sandbox Fun Dig.  Also featured is the ever-popular Imagination Station, plus a petting zoo & more!  And don’t miss the Thomas gift shop, offering the newest, event-specific Thomas & … [Read more...]

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