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2009-10-27 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Tucson Parent publication http://thetucsonparent.com
They publish a cool little booklet you can find in libraries and other parent-related venues.  The website also has school info.

2009-05-31 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\
Books by Hannah Zaitlin http://www.amazon.com
Try Sally and the Snowstorm Scare, the latest children's book by Hannah Zaitlin. Find it on Amazon.com or Lulu.com!

2009-03-30 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Mission Chess Club
3770 S. Mission Rd
594-5325
Learn how to play chess, teach others, or play chess online!  Kids, teens, everybody is welcome.

2009-02-03 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
SPARKS - learn to teach science to your kids - better than free!
If you're interested in getting your kids excited about science, SPARKS is a program you don't want to miss.  Three workshops this spring will show you how to find 'teachable moments' in a normal day, and provide hands-on experience to share later with ... read more

2009-01-11 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Getting kids up in the morning
Having problems getting kids back on the school schedule?  Here's an idea that helped some for us.  My kids love to play pretend games with Mom, but usually mom is too busy.  So, we set a special time when I'll play any game they want - at 6:30 AM.  From ... read more

2009-01-07 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Idea: Dinner Diary time
The new year is a great time for a family diary.  We started one we call the 'Dinner Diary' that we pull out at dinnertime and jot down some notes, funny things or just whatever the kids want to say.  

great for language development and getting the ... read more

2008-11-22 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
baby sitting in my home http://www.babysitters.com/crystal85730
S Evergreen Ave
520-571-0669
I have 10 ys of experience with child care, I have worked in a day care center, worked in my home as a child care sitter, I enjoy working with children.I do crafts,playtime,parks,and so forth.
I do smoke but out side. There is only one person in our ... read more

2008-11-10 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Free Books, Characters Come Alive at Story Town! http://www.makewayforbooks.org
3180 North Swan Road, Suite 100
721-2334
Make Way for the 5th Annual Story  Town

Date: Saturday, November 15
Time: 11 am to 4 pm
Where: Jácome Plaza, in front of the Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: Free

Each year the plaza in front of the Joel D. Valdez Main Library ... read more

2008-07-28 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
IdeaZine for Kids and Parents - Vol 2 July 2008
Nature Activities - Learning Ideas - Kid-Friendly Volunteer Opportunities - Science Training for Parents

Nature Activities
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Monsoon season is the time to get out in the desert!    Even if its not just the day after a rain ... read more

2008-07-08 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Monsoon - Nature activities
The monsoon season is a window of opportunity for desert nature observations.  Here are some activities to share with your kids - and they don't cost anything:

Night Toad Walk:  any area near a riverbed, Sabino Canyon, any park with signifcant natural ... read more

2008-07-08 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Himmel Chess Club
Fun low-pressure chess club meets Mondays 3:30-5PM at Himmel Library.

2008-07-04 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Declaration of Independence
WHEN, in the Course of human Events, it becomes necessary for one People to dissolve the Political Bands which have connected them with another, and to assume, among the Powers of the Earth, the separate and equal Station to which the Laws of Nature and ... read more

2008-05-02 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\
Bad News, I'm In Charge
a funny book about a boy who rewrites the rules.  Inspired my kids to write their own 'new rules'

2008-05-02 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\
There's a Bird on Your Head
A recent Mo Willems, another great book especially good for emerging readers.  It lends itself very well to a funny two-person play.

2008-04-22 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Keeping it Fresh: the bTucson IdeaZine for Kids and Parents http://bTucson.com/mailman/listinfo/idea
We all have times when we feel inspired, and other times when the day  
seems to drag on in gray.  Here is a chance to share those  
inspirations and help the rest of us break out of the rut on those  
other days!  Questions and requests also welcome ... read more

2008-02-20 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Tucson MommyMixer: Need a Babysitter? http://www.mommymixer.com
512.480.3113
Come to MommyMixer, the hot new service that connects college students looking for fun babysitting jobs with busy families that need occasional help.  All this, while shopping at hip boutiques around town. There's no better way to get hooked up with the ... read more

2008-01-14 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\
: Vet Volunteers series
Finally found a chapter book my almost-7 yr old daughter really likes.  Its a realistic fiction series of adventures of volunteers at a Vet clinic, each focused on helping one type of animal.  We found it at Antigone books, will have to see if the library ... read more

2008-01-10 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\
Good Dino Books
Dinosaur books for kids vary a lot in quality, here are some winners we've enjoyed:

A Dinosaur Named SUE - for older kids, but good and very current, told with real detail including the arguments over the bones

Barnum Brown - also detailed, but ... read more

2007-08-19 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
¡Español para los Niños! (or, Spanish for Kids!)
I wish I'd learned a second language during those sensitive years when it is supposed to be so much easier to pick up!  So now with my 2-year old, I've been on the lookout for Spanish learning opportunties.  Between the public libraries and Parent Connection ... read more

2007-06-27 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\Picture Books\
Subway Mouse
uniquely illustrated book, story attracted both my 2 yr old and 6 yr old

2007-06-22 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\Picture Books\
: The Great Pet Sale
by Mike Inkpen.  "I liked that the rat keeps complaining - that was funny!" - Amber, 6yrs

2007-06-22 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\Picture Books\
: Igor, the Bird Who Couldn't Sing
by Satoshi Kitamura.

2007-06-22 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\Picture Books\
: The Talking Cloth
by Rhonda Mitchell.  Flowing language, about cultural heritage with snappy realistic characters.  picture book

2007-06-22 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\Picture Books\
: The Wild Wombat
by Udo Weigelt.  Great story about how rumors work.

2007-06-22 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\Summer Reading Favorites\Picture Books\
: Pablo the Artist
by Satoshi Kitamura.  cute story about creativity & inspiration

2007-04-22 \Tucson\Community\Parenting\
Love 2 Sign LLC http://www.love2sign.net
Using American Sign Language to enhance communication and literacy in babies, toddlers, preschoolers and older children.

Offering classes and workshops for children and parents.  Teachers and professionals, too."

Local Events, Concerts, Tickets

Events by Eventful

Weed & Seed Parenting Program Monday 11/23/09 06:00 PM at Eckstrom-Columbus
11/23/2009 Monday 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location:
Eckstrom-Columbus
Meeting Room Categories:
Adults
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Weed & Seed Parenting Program ',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=9110' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

Parenting information and networking classes are open and offered to support all parents living in the area. Parents interested in the emotional and physical development of their children and who have a desire to improve their parenting skills are welcome to attend.

Parents may not bring their children to these classes, but may call Elder Rick Stephenson, with the Living Waters Ministry, 514-9500, to arrange childcare.

These parenting classes are funded by the 29th Street Coalition/Weed and Seed.

Location:
Eckstrom-Columbus
Meeting Room


 
Free GED Classes - Preparation and Tutoring Sunday 11/22/09 01:30 PM at Woods Memorial
11/22/2009 Sunday 1:30pm - 4:30pm Location:
Woods Memorial Categories:
Adults
Literacy
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Free GED Classes - Preparation and Tutoring',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=7159' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

All classes are taught by Pima County Public Library tutors with their Adult Education Certifications, and will be taught in English. Students ages 16 and older can attend classes, which are held three days a week. Please note that children cannot attend these classes. Parents must make their own child care arrangements for children under age 8.

No registration required. Just drop in. Call 594-5445 for information.

Location:
Woods Memorial


 
Family Storytime Saturday 11/21/09 10:30 AM at Wheeler Taft Abbett

Family Storytime is for all ages. It is an opportunity for parents to introduce their children to reading and language in a fun way.

Location:
Wheeler Taft Abbett


 
Toddler Storytime Tuesday 11/24/09 10:15 AM at Kirk-Bear Canyon

Come and hear stories, sing songs, and play learning games with Mr. Bill.

Designed for children 18- to 36-months-old. Parents/caregivers and children interact through stories, songs, and rhymes. Stories are kept short to fit the toddlers' short attention spans. Each Toddler Storytime is 20 to 30 minutes long.

Location:
Kirk-Bear Canyon


 
Family Storytime Monday 11/23/09 06:45 PM at Murphy-Wilmot
11/23/2009 Monday 6:45pm Location:
Murphy-Wilmot Categories:
Families
Kids
Storytime
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Family Storytime',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=8956' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

Family Storytime is for all ages. It is an opportunity for parents to introduce their children to reading and language in a fun way.

Location:
Murphy-Wilmot


 
Stay and Play Monday 11/23/09 10:00 AM at Eckstrom-Columbus
11/23/2009 Monday 10:00am - 10:30am Location:
Eckstrom-Columbus Categories:
Families
Kids
Preschool
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Stay and Play ',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=7978' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

Presenter: The Parent Connection
Learn how playing with your child can promote healthy cognitive and emotional development. Our playgroup includes songs, games and play that promote language acquisition, social/emotional skills, motor skills, and intellectual growth.

Location:
Eckstrom-Columbus


 
Babytime + Toddler Storytime Tuesday 11/24/09 10:00 AM at Quincie Douglas
11/24/2009 Tuesday 10:00am - 10:45am Location:
Quincie Douglas
Large meeting room Categories:
Kids
Preschool
Storytime
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Babytime + Toddler Storytime',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=5836' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

At Storytime, children have an opportunity to do activities that promote development and learning. Our combination Babytime + Toddler Storytime is designed for babies up to 18 months of age and infants and children up to 36-months-old. Parents, caregivers and children interact through stories, songs, and rhymes. Stories are kept short to fit the toddlers' short attention spans. Each Storytime is 20 to 30 minutes long.

Location:
Quincie Douglas
Large meeting room


 
Stay and Play / Grupo de Juego Monday 11/23/09 10:00 AM at ValenciaSmall Meeting Room
11/23/2009 Monday 10:00am - 11:30am Location:
Valencia
Small Meeting Room Categories:
Families
Kids
Preschool
Spanish/Español
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Stay and Play / Grupo de Juego',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=1707' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

A play-based parenting group that gives parents the opportunity to learn through interaction how to promote positive cognitive and emotional development. Bilingual. Children ages 0-5 years.

Un grupo de padres que les brinda la oportunidad de aprender, en tema de diversión, por medio de interacción como promover el desarrollo cognoscitivo y emocional positivo. Bilingüe. Niños de 0-5 años de edad.

Location:
Valencia
Small Meeting Room


 
Saturday Family Storytime Saturday 11/21/09 10:30 AM at Himmel Park

Family Storytime is for all ages. It is an opportunity for parents to introduce their children to reading and language in a fun way.

Location:
Himmel Park


 
Lose 10 pounds with Cristina and Sherry Saturday 11/21/09 08:00 AM at Postal code 85718, United States
Join us for the 90 Day Fitness Challenge AND Lose 10 pounds with Cristina and Sherry! Do you know what you should be doing for better health? It starts with education! We have the best health education workshops, lectures, coaching and accountability. What level do you want to play? Do you just need motivation, inspiration, a work out buddy, an accountability partner? Attend lectures, educate yourself, work out and get you and your family FIT AND FAB! Get Fit and Fab empowers caring parents, adults and children to learn and enjoy SIMPLE steps to BETTER HEALTH! To provide health strategies and practical tools for individuals and families for better health. First Visit is FREE! Commit to 90 Days and join us every Saturday to weigh in, nutrition education and a work out! Everyone who joins us will be weighed and measured and coached every step of the way to reach their goal! Cost is $10 per week once you have decided to join us or as always FREE to our customers! Ask for details! Together we have the power to shape present and future generations with better health. Sponsored by Juice Plus, The Fitness Challenge, Team BeachBody, and The Wellness Forum. Attend first Visit for FREE!
 
Preschool Storytime Monday 11/23/09 11:00 AM at Quincie Douglas
11/23/2009 Monday 11:00am - 11:45am Location:
Quincie Douglas
Large meeting room Categories:
Kids
Preschool
Storytime
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Preschool Storytime',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=7948' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

Designed for 3- to 5-year-olds and their parents or caregivers. Stories are longer than the Toddler Storytime and the activities are more complex. Children must be able to sit still for a longer peroid of time than during Toddler Storytime. Preschool Storytime is 30 to 45 minutes long.

Location:
Quincie Douglas
Large meeting room


 
Free GED Classes - Preparation and Tutoring Monday 11/23/09 04:30 PM at Woods Memorial
11/23/2009 Monday 4:30pm - 7:30pm Location:
Woods Memorial Categories:
Adults
Literacy
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Free GED Classes - Preparation and Tutoring',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=7159' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

All classes are taught by Pima County Public Library tutors with their Adult Education Certifications, and will be taught in English. Students ages 16 and older can attend classes, which are held three days a week. Please note that children cannot attend these classes. Parents must make their own child care arrangements for children under age 8.

No registration required. Just drop in. Call 594-5445 for information.

Location:
Woods Memorial


 
Tucson Pug Meetup Saturday 11/21/09 09:30 AM at Postal code 85730, United States
Come on Pugs bring your Parents out for our Saturday Meeting!
 
Toddlertime Tuesday 11/24/09 10:30 AM at Dusenberry-River
11/24/2009 Tuesday 10:30am - 11:00am Location:
Dusenberry-River Categories:
Families
Preschool
Storytime
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Toddlertime',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=8985' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

Designed for children 18- to 36-months-old. Parents/caregivers and children interact through stories, songs, and rhymes. Stories are kept short to fit the toddlers' short attention spans. Each Toddler storytime is 20 to 30 minutes long.

Location:
Dusenberry-River


 
Stay and Play Monday 11/23/09 09:30 AM at Nanini
11/23/2009 Monday 9:30am - 11:00am Location:
Nanini Categories:
Families
Kids
Preschool
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Stay and Play',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=7979' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

Presenter: The Parent Connection
Learn how playing with your child can promote healthy cognitive and emotional development. Our playgroup includes songs, games and play that promote language acquisition, social/emotional skills, motor skills, and intellectual growth. For children ages 8 months-3 years.

Location:
Nanini


 
Toddler Storytime Monday 11/23/09 11:30 AM at Southwest
11/23/2009 Monday 11:30am Location:
Southwest Categories:
Families
Kids
Preschool
Storytime
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Toddler Storytime',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=7764' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

Designed for children 18- to 36-months-old. Parents/caregivers and children interact through stories, songs, and rhymes. Stories are kept short to fit the toddlers' short attention spans. Each Toddler Storytime is 20 to 30 minutes long.

Location:
Southwest


 
Toddler Time Tuesday 11/24/09 10:00 AM at Glendale Foothills Branch Library
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 10:15 AM

Planned for children ages 18 months to 3 years with a parent/caregiver. Features simple books, fingerplays and movement. 20 minutes. No registration necessary.
Library: Foothills Branch Library
Location: FBL Storytime Room


 
Stay and Play Tuesday 11/24/09 09:00 AM at Miller-Golf Links

Play is the natural activity of childhood. It is the way children learn about themselves, about others and about their world. Children ages birth to 5 years and their parents or caregivers are invited to come play! A certified child development specialist from The Parent Connection will be available for questions.

Location:
Miller-Golf Links
Meeting Room


 
Preschool Storytime Tuesday 11/24/09 11:15 AM at Kirk-Bear Canyon

Designed for 3- to 5-year-olds and their parents or caregivers. Stories are longer than the Toddler Storytime and the activities are more complex. Children must be able to sit still for a longer period of time than during Toddler Storytime. Preschool Storytime is 30 to 45 minutes long.

Location:
Kirk-Bear Canyon


 
Free GED Classes - Preparation and Tutoring Saturday 11/21/09 01:00 PM at Miller-Golf Links
11/21/2009 Saturday 1:00pm - 4:00pm Location:
Miller-Golf Links Categories:
Adults
SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title:'Free GED Classes - Preparation and Tutoring',url:'http://www.library.pima.gov/calendar/?ID=9013' },{showButton:true,popup:true});

At this drop-in class get help from our tutors to get started preparing for the GED at your own pace. All classes are taught by Pima County Public Library tutors with their Adult Education Certifications, and will be taught in English. Students ages 16 and older can attend classes, which are held three days a week. Please note that children cannot attend these classes. Parents must make their own child care arrangements for children under age 8. Registration is not required.

Location:
Miller-Golf Links


 

Summer Reading Favorites

Bad News, I'm In Charge
Books by Hannah Zaitlin
Good Dino Books
There's a Bird on Your Head
Vet Volunteers series
Declaration of Independence
WHEN, in the Course of human Events, it becomes necessary for one People to dissolve the Political Bands which have connected them with another, and to assume, among the Powers of the Earth, the separate and equal Station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature's GOD entitle them, a decent Respect to the Opinions of Mankind requires that they should declare the Causes which impel them to the Separation.

We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed, by their CREATOR, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.--That to secure these Rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just Powers from the Consent of the Governed, that whenever any Form of Government becomes d ...read more...
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Free Books, Characters Come Alive at Story Town!
http://www.makewayforbooks.org
3180 North Swan Road, Suite 100
721-2334
Make Way for the 5th Annual Story  Town

Date: Saturday, November 15
Time: 11 am to 4 pm
Where: Jácome Plaza, in front of the Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N. Stone Ave.
Cost: Free

Each year the plaza in front of the Joel D. Valdez Main Library transforms into Story Town - where costumed characters from your favorite children's books stroll around and library staff give live performances of beloved children's books. There will be art activities, free books, live music and dancing and more!

This year's featured books include Knuffle Bunny, Baby Rattlesnake, Bark George, Waking Beauty, and Frederick.

Schedule of Events

    * 11 am - Story Town opens
    * 11:15 am - Performance by Summer Thunder, Chinese music
    * 11:45 am - Live performance Knuffle Bunny
    * 12:10 ...read more...
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Getting kids up in the morning
Having problems getting kids back on the school schedule?  Here's an idea that helped some for us.  My kids love to play pretend games with Mom, but usually mom is too busy.  So, we set a special time when I'll play any game they want - at 6:30 AM.  From 6:30 - 7AM, my time is theirs, but if they choose to stay asleep then they've missed out for the day.  We still do activities, read books, etc, but the special playtime half-hour is only if they are up in time for it (and we set the alarm).  They don't always make it but they do try!"
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Himmel Chess Club
Fun low-pressure chess club meets Mondays 3:30-5PM at Himmel Library.
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Idea: Dinner Diary time
The new year is a great time for a family diary.  We started one we call the 'Dinner Diary' that we pull out at dinnertime and jot down some notes, funny things or just whatever the kids want to say.  

great for language development and getting the kids to share stuff, looking back over the year
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IdeaZine for Kids and Parents - Vol 2 July 2008
Nature Activities - Learning Ideas - Kid-Friendly Volunteer Opportunities - Science Training for Parents

Nature Activities
-------------------------
Monsoon season is the time to get out in the desert!    Even if its not just the day after a rain, July and August see a great deal of reptile, amphibian, insect and bird activity.   Mammals too - the Star reported that at sunset, thousands of bats emerge from under many bridges around town, in particular the bridge at Broadway and Pantano.   From that spectacle, try heading to Sabino Canyon with a flashlight to see toads catching brown june beetles.  (We still have toads out regularly at night near the Santa Cruz river - I'm assuming they will be out at Sabino also).    

SASI Saturdays - our own Sonoran Arthropod Studies Institute hos ...read more...
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Keeping it Fresh: the bTucson IdeaZine for Kids and Parents
http://bTucson.com/mailman/listinfo/ideazine-kids
We all have times when we feel inspired, and other times when the day  
seems to drag on in gray.  Here is a chance to share those  
inspirations and help the rest of us break out of the rut on those  
other days!  Questions and requests also welcome!

Departments: Mini-Adventures - Nature News - Learning Tips - Books  
Reviews - Quotes & Notes
********************************************************

Mini-Adventures

Planning 30 minutes of something you've never done before can make  
even a busy errand-day memorable.  Here are a few we've tried recently:

A walk over the RattleSnake bridge : we've all driven under it, but  
walking over it is a bit of a thrill.  My daughters found it scary at  
first, then exciting, and there is a small playground on the other  
side if ...read more...
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Love 2 Sign LLC
http://www.love2sign.net
Using American Sign Language to enhance communication and literacy in babies, toddlers, preschoolers and older children.

Offering classes and workshops for children and parents.  Teachers and professionals, too."
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Mission Chess Club
3770 S. Mission Rd
594-5325
Learn how to play chess, teach others, or play chess online!  Kids, teens, everybody is welcome.
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Monsoon - Nature activities
The monsoon season is a window of opportunity for desert nature observations.  Here are some activities to share with your kids - and they don't cost anything:

Night Toad Walk:  any area near a riverbed, Sabino Canyon, any park with signifcant natural area like Feliz Paseos park, will likely have lots of toads out at night.  The most common in our area are the red spotted toad, a small (about the size of a child's fist) toad that seems to be not too shy of people.  They come out towards evening and into the night.  We have watched them eating termites and even fed them june bugs that we gathered nearby.  Couch's spadefoot and Sonoran Desert Toad may also be out and about, some of pretty impressive sizes.

Cicada Emergence:  Although many are already out and singing, if you find a plac ...read more...
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SPARKS - learn to teach science to your kids - better than free!
If you're interested in getting your kids excited about science, SPARKS is a program you don't want to miss.  Three workshops this spring will show you how to find 'teachable moments' in a normal day, and provide hands-on experience to share later with your kids.  The workshops are free, with the requirement that you work a booth at a science fair one day in April - but you get paid $50 for the day.  You can't beat the price!

I had a chance last Tuesday to talk to Brooke Sanders-Silverman and Jennifer Phillips at the Tucson Children's Museum (Jennifer is the education coordinator and one of the trainers).   I asked Jennifer what SPARKS is all about:

- Teach parents of elementary school age children to identify and run with everyday teaching moments

- reach an underserved minority ...read more...
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The Parent Connection
http://theparentconnectionaz.org
5326 East Pima Street
(520)321-1500
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Tucson MommyMixer: Need a Babysitter?
http://www.mommymixer.com
512.480.3113
Come to MommyMixer, the hot new service that connects college students looking for fun babysitting jobs with busy families that need occasional help.  All this, while shopping at hip boutiques around town. There's no better way to get hooked up with the babysitter of your dreams!


Tuesday, February 26th, 2008
Max & Maudes
7111 N. Oracle Road
Casas Adobes Plaza
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.


If you can make it . . .
1) Go to the Tucson link at www.mommymixer.com.
2) Fill out the form & make your payment to register.
$100 for new clients
$75 for returning clients
3) Come to the mixer and find great babysitters!


Space is limited."
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Tucson Parent publication
http://thetucsonparent.com
They publish a cool little booklet you can find in libraries and other parent-related venues.  The website also has school info.
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baby sitting in my home
http://www.babysitters.com/crystal85730
S Evergreen Ave
520-571-0669
I have 10 ys of experience with child care, I have worked in a day care center, worked in my home as a child care sitter, I enjoy working with children.I do crafts,playtime,parks,and so forth.
I do smoke but out side. There is only one person in our home that smokes inside and that is my dad.He has a hard time getting around so we let him smoke in the house.
I am also a retired nurses asstant. I have done that for 12 yrs. I am a 53 yr old female that stays  home and takes care of my dad also.
My rate that i charge is
6.00 per hr for one child
12.00 for 2 children of the same family
"
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¡Español para los Niños! (or, Spanish for Kids!)
I wish I'd learned a second language during those sensitive years when it is supposed to be so much easier to pick up!  So now with my 2-year old, I've been on the lookout for Spanish learning opportunties.  Between the public libraries and Parent Connection, we've made a pretty good start.

The Sam Lena and Quincie Douglas libraries have weekly storytimes en Español at 10:30 AM Thursday and 11 AM Wednesday, respectively (see  http://tppl.org ).  Once the librarian has read us a book in Spanish and explained the translation, it's easier for me to take it home and reread it to my kids.  Spanish is an entirely phonetic language, so once you know a few pronunciation rules you can read aloud even if you may not understand all the words!  

Then, the Parent Connection, an excellent family r ...read more...
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Say NO to dirty politics, YES to Fimbres http://www.fimbresforcouncil.com/

2009-10-27 \Tucson\Politics & Government\Elections\
Was - Early Voting Locations http://recorder.pima.gov/ev_sites.aspx

2009-10-20 \Tucson\Community\Forums\Fair Trade\
Fair Trade Fair 11/21/09 www.rinconucc.org

2009-09-25 \Tucson\Community\Gardening\
Nancy's Vegetable Gardening

2009-09-17 \Tucson\Community\
Work Parties great community builder

2009-09-13 \Tucson\Community\Animal Rescue\
Shep mix and pit bull need homes!

2009-08-16 \Tucson\Schools & Universities\School Districts\
Tucson Unified School District : First day of School for TUSD students http://tusd.k12.az.us/


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