Car Seat Safety Checks

So…I watch Teen Moms on MTV…for the sake of research, or so I say. You want to know what is driving me crazy on that show right now??!


All the struggles of the pregnant teens? Um, oh yeah…that is important too… but no.

It’s the car seats!! There are cameras in the Mom’s cars and as they are driving around I keep seeing the car seat in the back literally swaying from side to side.

It makes me want to email MTV…shouldn’t they say something?

Well, while I figure out how to harass a MTV reality show into social responsibility the rest of us can get some professional help on the matter.

Safe Journeys offers car seat safety classes. Learn all about the different car seats and find out which car seat type is best for which age, and learn how to install a car seat properly. Then install your own car seat with an instructor assisting.

April 30th, 2011 9-11am OR May 14, 2011 9-11am

To register call: ResourceLink 1-877-728-5414

Cost: 5$ per person

Safe Travels!

:) Amanda

Thrive to Five Website!

Thrive to Five has a new website!

The Social Latte group has helped us with a nice new website. 

Come on over to checkout local events, class schedule and more!

http://thrivetofive.org

Free Preformance- May 1st!

Special Performance of



The Borrowers!


Presented by:


Childsplay- Theater for Everyone


May 1st, 4 pm

Tempe Center for the Arts, 700 Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe 85281



Reserve up to four tickets by sending an email to Edouthat@childsplayaz.org



You will need to include your name, address, contact phone number, and the number of seats you wish to reserve.

Seating is limited, reservations confirmed on a first come first served basis.

Free Dental Clinics in April!

Four opportunities to attend a FREE Dental Clinic for children 5 years old and younger!


What is offered?
           · Fluoride varnish treatments,
           · oral health screening,
           - fun oral health education for children,
           - goodie bag for children and
           · referrals for children 0-5 years

Here is the bad news…If left untreated, tooth decay can lead to needless pain and suffering; difficulty in speaking, chewing, and swallowing; missed school days; increased cost of care; loss of self-esteem; and the risk of other systemic health problems due to poor nutrition, infection, and abscess.

Now, here is the good news! Studies show that there are oral health benefits from applying fluoride varnish. Fluoride varnish protects the teeth from decay, helps to rebuild tooth structure, interferes with decay-causing bacteria, and reduces acids that bacteria produce.

APRIL DENTAL CLINICS

4/11/11 @ 3pm-5pm Kyrene Family Resource Center 1330 E. Dava Dr., Tempe, 85283

4/12/11 @ 8:30-11:00am Holdeman Elementary School1326 W. 18th St. Tempe, 85281

4/13/11 @ 8:30-11:00am Frank Elementary School 8409 S. Avenida del Yaqui Tempe, 85283

4/19/11 @ 8:30-11:00am Aguilar Elementary School 5800 S Forest Ave. Tempe, 85283


Services are offered FREE to children five years old and younger, no other qualifications needed!

Questions? Contact: Amanda Nosbisch anosbisch@kyrene.org (480) 783-4177

It's AIMS week!

So...this is a blog for birth to five, but many of you have older school aged children as well.  I saw this advertised this morning and thought I would share it.

Three important tips for AIMS WEEK:
              -make sure kids get plenty of rest
              -make sure kids eat a good breakfast
              -ask kids to try hard and be sure to follow directions

McDonalds is taking care of one of the items on the list!

McDonalds on Elliot & McClintock will be offering a free breakfast on 4/11/11 from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. for students taking the AIMS test. The meal includes Egg McMuffin with choice of milk, apple juice or orange juice. Children must be present when ordering and accompanied by a parent.


How nice is that!!??
Thanks Micky-D's.
 
:)-Amanda

Weekend Fun In The East Valley

There are lots of great family events this weekend.  Get out and play!

Friday April 1st

Mesa Farmers Market 9a.m. to 12 p.m. * Rendezvous Green * 263 N. Center St. * Mesa * 85201 *623-848-1234


Borgata Farmers Market 10a.m. to 4 p.m. * Borgata of Scottsdale* 6166 N. Scottsdale Rd. *85253 * 480-585-8639

Carefree Farmers Market 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. * Downtown Carefree * 100 Easy Street * Carefree *85377 * 480-292-1100

Free Outdoor Concert Local musicians. * 7p.m. * Tempe Marketplace * 2000 E.Rio Salado Pkwy.*480-966-9338

Saturday April 2nd

Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. *McClintock Fountains Market *1840 E. Warner Road * 85284 * 480-389-4828

Scottsdale Old Town Farmers Market 8:30 a.m. to 1p.m. * Downtown Scottsdale * East 1st Street and North Brown Avenue *Scottsdale * 85251 * 623-848-1234

MAC Fest Bring the family out to this celebration featuring unique artist creations, music, and family fun. * 10 a.m. to 4p.m. * Main and MacDonald Streets *Mesa * 85201 * 480-644-6500

Costume Storytime Enjoy listening to stories with favorite storybook characters. * 10 a.m. to 11a.m. * Changing Hands Bookstore *6428 South McClintock Dr. * Tempe * 85283 * 480-730-0205

Mi Nanas Salsa Challenge Come try more than 70 different salsas prepared by local chefs! Cost is $10 for adults; free for 12 and under. All proceeds go directly to the Hemophilia Association of Arizona, a non-profit organization that serves the individuals and families affected by bleeding disorders. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. * Tempe Beach Park * * Tempe * 85281 *480-967-2001

Free Outdoor Jazz Concert Bring the whole family to experience jazz concerts in the park and throughout the downtown streets of Chandler. Enjoy shopping at a variety of food and merchandise vendors. * 12 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. * Dr. A.J. Chandler Park * 3S. Arizona Avenue * Chandler * 85225* 480-782-2890


Sunday April 3

Ahwatukee Farmers Market Come shop for locally grown fruits and produce. * 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. *Ahwatukee Community Swim Center * 4700 E. Warner * Phoenix * 85044 623-848-1234


Sunday A’Fair Mini Festival Listen to performances by some of the Valley’s top entertainers. Arts and crafts will be available for sale, and there will be hands-on activities for kids. Picnic baskets are welcome, and refreshments will also be available for sale from Arcadia Farms. * 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. * Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts * 7380 E. Second St. * Scottsdale * 85251 * 480-994-2787

Three Mesa Museum Admissions for Free
Visit Mesa Contemporary Arts,Arizona Museum of Natural History,and Arizona Museum for Youth and receive free admission. Enjoy interactive exhibits and special engagements such as outdoor concerts. * 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. *

            •  Arizona Museum for Youth * 35 N. Robson * Mesa * 85201 * 480-644-2467


            • Arizona Museum of Natural History * 53 N. Macdonald * Mesa * 85201 * 480-644-2230


            • Mesa Contemporary Arts * 1 E. Main St. * Mesa * 85201 * 480-644-6501


Have a great weekend!!
:) Amanda