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Fun stuff going on this week!

This Saturday is Children and Youth Day at Pixie Woods!  I'll be out there with Leslie, your Lodi publisher with a free kids craft table!  Admission is free on this day and there will be tons of activities for the kids to do and a parade!  There is also the Snow Leopards 20th Birthday Party at Micke Grove Zoo.

Sesame Street live is coming to the Stockton Arena on June 19th and 20th and I scored a Family 4-Pack of Tickets to GIVEAWAY to one of you lucky readers.  To enter leave a comment in the article HERE, and one winner will be chosen at 11pm on Sunday May 20th!  Good luck to all that enter and there more ticket giveaways to enter soon!


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Sesame Street Live “Elmo Makes Music” + Playzone

Family 4 Pack Giveaway!!!

Sesame Street Live “Elmo Makes Music”
Stockton, CA; Stockton Arena
Tuesday, June 19 & Wednesday, June 20, 2012 

Mark your calendar for this once-in-a-lifetime event—monsters becoming musicians! Elmo, The Count, Cookie Monster, Big Bird, Bert & Ernie and all their funny and furry friends are taking to the stage to share the magical world of music with children. When Jenny, the new Sesame Street music teacher, moves into town, her instruments get lost. Jenny’s new Sesame Street friends quickly come to her rescue, and they all discover "instruments" that they ...

Find your local Library Storytimes here!

Cesar Chavez Library 

605 N. El Dorado St Stockton, CA 95202

Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 10:30am

Storytime for preschoolers and their parents/caregivers features stories, poetry, songs, fingerplays, movement and lots of fun.  The program lasts for approximately 30 minutes and is appropriate for children ages 0-5

Troke Branch Library

502 W. Ben Holt Dr  Stockton, CA 95207

Toddler and Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 10:15am

Come join us for Preschool and Toddler Storytime. We will enjoy books, songs and fingerplays. Nametags will be handed out at 10:00 ...


This Week's Picks:

May 19th through May 21st

Saturday, May 19 - FREE Kindermusik Preview Class

Free Preview class on May 19th! Contact Amy Kirk to find out more details and reserve your place in class. Visit Kindermusik With Amy Kirk's website here or her facebook page here.

(209)986-0649 or kindermusikwithamykirk@yahoo.com

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Where: Kindermusik with Amy Kirk
Inside Stockton REI
5757 Pacific Avenue
When: n/a
Who: Babies and kids ages 0-7years!
How: Contact Amy to reserve your spot! (209) 986-0649 or kindermusikwithamykirk@yahoo.com
Cost: FREE
For more info: (209) 986-0649  kindermusikwithamykirk@yahoo.com
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Saturday, May 19 - Snow Leopard's 20th Birthday at Micke Grove Zoo

Inside Micke Grove Regional Park 
Have you ever been to a birthday party? Have you ever been to a birthday party… for a Snow leopard?
Micke Grove Zoo is proud to announce that its Snow Leopard, Ling, is turning 20 years old on May 19, 2012! To celebrate this important milestone, the Zoo is throwing Ling a birthday party! Come sing “Happy Birthday” to Ling as he receives his “cake” at 11 a.m., and spend the rest of the party enjoying Keeper Talks, games, and arts and crafts activities! Party guests that arrive early enough will even get free ice cream!
Where: Micke Grove Zoo
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost:
Cost of Zoo Admission:
$4 adults 
$2 youth 3 - 17 years 
Children 2 years and under are free!

$5 per vehicle parking fee
For more info: Here
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Saturday, May 19 - Children and Youth Day at Pixie Woods

Enjoy free admission to Pixie Woods along with a day of activities, games and entertainerment for children and families. Community resources and local businesses will spotlight their services. Sponsored by Family Resource and Referral Center and the City of Stockton, Community Services.
Where:
Pixie Woods in Louis Park, Stockton 
Pixie Woods in Louis Park. Shimizu Drive at Occidental Avenue, Stockton 95203
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families!
How: Just show up and join in the FUN!
Cost: FREE Admission; tickets for rides sold seperately
For more info: http://www.frrcsj.org/Common/PixieWoods.html
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Monday, May 21 - 2 Buck Mondays! at the Stockton Ports

The Stockton Ports are excited to bring back a popular promotion for the 2012 season: 2 Buck Mondays! Every Monday at Banner Island Ballpark, Ports fans will be able to purchase field box tickets, hot dogs and sodas for just $2 all season long. 

Where: Banner Island Ball Park
404 W. Fremont St 
Stockton, CA 95203
When: n/a
Who: Everyone!
How: Use the promo code "2BUCKMONDAY" online, by phone, and at the Ports ticket office. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit www.stocktonports.com or call (209) 644-1900.
Cost: $2 box seats, $2 small hot dogs, $2 small sodas!
For more info: Click Here
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This Week's Calendar:

May 14th through May 21st

Monday, May 14 - Morning Playtime at Champion Gymnastics

Morning Playtime at Champion Gymnastics every Monday morning from 10:00-11:30.  It is $5 per session for members and non-members.  It is available to children ages 4 and under.
Where: Champion Gymnastics
7404 Murry Drive 95210
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Children 4 and under
How: Just join in the FUN!
Cost: $5 per session for members and non-members.
For more info: (209) 477-8978
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Tuesday, May 15 - Lodi: La Leche League Monthly Meeting

Whether you are considering breastfeeding or are already nursing, come share your questions, concerns, benefits and joys of breastfeeding and parenting at our meetings!  Babies and toddlers are always welcome.  We especially encourage expectant mothers to attend.  We look forward to meeting you!     Although each meeting has a planned topic, we welcome any questions or concerns you have.  Many mothers come every month for the support they receive from mothers just like you.
Where: Faith Community Church 2223 West Kettleman Lane (Beach Room)
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Mothers
How: Just show up!
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.lllnorcal.org/
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Tuesday, May 15 through Thursday, May 17 - Math Tutoring K-12th grade at Troke Branch Library

In partnership with the San Joaquin Department of Education, the Troke Library is offering tutoring for K-12th grade. Tutoring is available on a drop in basis on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 4-6 p.m. Students should bring homework assignments to work on.Sponsored by Stockton Friends of the Library.
Where: Troke Branch Library
When: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Kids K-12th
How: Drop in, first come first serve.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.stockton.lib.ca.us/
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Tuesday, May 15 - The Afternaps at Empresso Coffeehouse on the Miracle Mile

http://youtu.be/DH4VsSJQw-U Favorite local music group, The Afternaps will be playing every Tuesday evening at 5:30pm.  Come and hang out with other children and listen to live music that they can sing and dance to.
Where: Empresso Coffeehouse inside the Empire Theatre 1825 Pacific Ave.
When: 5:30 PM
Who: Kids
How: Just join in the musical fun!
Cost: FREE
For more info: Visit The Afternaps fanpage
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Wednesday, May 16 - Teddy Bear Picnic - GymStars

Fun open time for you and your child! Come and play with us! Activities include bounce house, swing, foam pit, trampoline and more! Teddy grahams and juice provided.
Where: GymStars 1740 W. Hammer Lane, Stockton
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Children, 5 years old and younger
How: Just show up
Cost: $7.00 per child 
For more info: (209) 957-1919
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Wednesday, May 16 - Homework Helpers at Cesar Chavez Library

Volunteers will assist students in grades 1 through 6 with their Math and English homework. Students should bring their homework assignments with them! No registration is required. This program is held in the Children's Program Room at the back of the Children's Section.
Where: Cesar Chavez Central Library
When: 3:30 PM
Who: Kids in grades 1 through 6
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.engagedpatrons.org/EventsCalendar.cfm?SiteID=3406
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Wednesday, May 16 - Magic Moment Wednesdays at Krispy Kreme

A family fun event for the entire family. Drop by Krispy Kreme - free goodie bags for the kids, doughnut decorating and plain 'ole fun! 
Where: Krispy Kreme Stockton 2809 W. March Ln. or 7860 West Lane
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Everyone!
How: Just show up and join in the fun!
Cost: FREE
For more info: Visit their Fanpage
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Thursday, May 17 - Intermediate Book Club at Maya Angelou Branch Library

On the third Thursday of each month, at 3:30, the Maya Angelou Branch will host the Children's Intermediate Book Club. Students will choose a new book each month and read it before the meeting. At each Book Club session, the group will discuss the featured book, share activities related to the book, and enjoy a light snack. 
Where: Maya Angelou Branch Library 2324 Pock Ln Stockton, CA
When: 3:30 PM
Who: Kids
How: Just join in the fun!
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.stockton.lib.ca.us/angelou/
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Saturday, May 19 - Linden Cherry Festival

Join us for Linden’s Annual Cherry Festival! The theme this year is "I <3 Linden Cherries". Events include live music, cherry festival queen introduction, cherry bake off, raffles to support local clubs, demonstrations, pie eating contests, various food and craft vendors, rides, and more!
WHAT NOT TO MISS:
Car Show 24th Annual Linden Cherry Festival Car Show - Show Start Time: 8:00 AM
Parade - Parade begins at 10:00 a.m
Where:
Linden Elementary School Grounds 
18100 E. Front Street 
Linden, CA 95236 
When: n/a
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost: Admission is FREE
For more info: Here
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Saturday, May 19 - Bow Wow Meow at Lincoln Center

The American Cancer Society Discovery Shop invites you to attend Bow Wow Meow, an event featuring new and gently used pet accessories, unopened pet food and treats! This event will also feature pet (dog and cat) adoptions provided by the Animal Protection League, Pups Rescue and Animal Friends Connection, Delta Humane Society and Lab Rescue. Animal Friends Connection will also provide information regarding the therapy dog program. Muddy Paw, Lincoln Center’s pet grooming salon, will have a booth. Be sure to check it out for a chance to win a free grooming! Proceeds from the event benefit the American Cancer Society Discovery Shop, which helps fund cancer research, programs and services. 
Where: Lincoln Center North
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Here For more information about this event call the Discovery Shop at (209) 941-2737.
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Monday, May 21 - Morning Playtime at Champion Gymnastics

Morning Playtime at Champion Gymnastics every Monday morning from 10:00-11:30.  It is $5 per session for members and non-members.  It is available to children ages 4 and under.
Where: Champion Gymnastics
7404 Murry Drive 95210
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Children 4 and under
How: Just join in the FUN!
Cost: $5 per session for members and non-members.
For more info: (209) 477-8978
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Plan Ahead:

May 25th through May 26th

Friday, May 25 through Saturday, May 26 - Search for Life and Australian Skies an at Clever Planetarium

Black Holes and Californian Skies are the next public shows at the Clever Planetarium.Tickets are sold an hour before the show on a first-come first-served basis and may sell out.  For advanced tickets call Delta Center for the Arts Box Office at (209)954-5110.  Hours are Tues-Fri, 11am-6pm, Sat, 11am-3pm.  There is a $1.50 per ticket fee and a $3.00 Handling Fee on all on-line orders. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for children, students, and seniors.
Where: Clever Planetarium at Delta College
When: 7:30 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Tickets are available HERE or also sold an hour prior to the show.
Cost: $8 adults and $6 for children, students and seniors
For more info: box office (209) 954-5110 email kwilson@deltacollege.edu   Website
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Saturday, May 26 - Astronomy in the Park: Oak Grove Regional Park

  Moon, Saturn, Mars, M13 (Star Cluster in Hercules) 9:30 pm Deep Sky Object: M104 (Sombrero Galaxy)  SAS volunteers will have information on upcoming Venus Transit. Indoor activities at the Nature Center start at 7:30 pm.    
Where: Oak Grove Regional Park 4520 W. Eight Mile Rd
When: 8:18 PM (Sunset)
Who: Everyone!
How: Just show up!
Cost: The event is free, but there is a $5 per vehicle parking fee.
For more info: http://www.stocktonastro.org/SkyTours.html
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Kids Eat Free!

"What's for dinner?"  Sometimes, we just don't have the time.  For those days when mommyhood has your running around town like the family taxi cab, here is our list of local places where Kids Eat FREE.

Everyday

Denny's on Pacific (by Target): (209) 951-9085, Everyday 2pm-10pm, 10yrs and under, 2 kids per adult ticket over $2.50

 Denny's on Waterloo and 99: (209) 931-1622, Everyday 2pm-10pm, 10yrs and under, 2 kids per adult ticket over $2.50 

Tuesday

Denny's on March & I-5:  (209) 478-1633,after ...


Crafts

We have shared many crafts with you in our weekly e-newsletter and this is the place where you can find them ALL!  Just click on the links below for a picture and instructions on each of these craft projects.  Happy Crafting!

Holiday Crafts

Reindeer Ornaments / Handprint Turkeys / Water Bottle Turkeys / Tissue Paper Leaves / Fall Leaf Watercolor Craft / Thanksgiving Tree Craft / Turkey Handywork

Valentine Crafts and Recipes / Cherry Tree Craft / Handprint Christmas Tree

Magic Snowman Soup /  Make a Mini Christmas Tree / Graham Cracker Gingerbread House / Handprint Reindeer Hat / Advent Chains Craft ...


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