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May 16, 2012
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According to the National Pest Management Association, an unseasonably warm winter is expected to bring bugs and pests out of hibernation early this year, meaning we’re in store for prolonged mosquito season. Rather than turning to toxic bug sprays to fight against mosquito-borne viruses like West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), Mom’s everywhere can count on PIC® to help protect their families from dangerous mosquito bites with two unique products that provide maximum protection with all-natural ingredients that don’t need to be applied to skin.
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This Week's Calendar:

May 17th through May 20th

Thursday, May 17 - After School Action Hour

Celebrate the end of the school year at the next. Will be making a craft, eating and playing some games.
Where: Upper Sandusky Community Library
When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Kids in grades K-5th
How: Come to event
Cost: FREE
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Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 - Movie Night at The Star Theatre

The Lorax, Friday, May 18, 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 19, 7 p.m.; and Sunday, May 20, 2 p.m.
Where: The Star Theatre Upper Sandusky
When: 7:00 PM (Show Times: Friday 7pm, Saturday 7pm, Sunday 2pm)
Who: Family
How: Come to the Show Times
Cost: $3 admission
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Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - Tiffin Flea Market

  • One of the largest flea markets in Northwest Ohio, Sponsored by Seneca County Junior Fair Foundation, 250 to 400 dealers per show, Handicap accessible, Rain or shine, & good food
  • Additional Dates
  • June 16-17, 2012
  • July 7-8, 2012
  • Aug. 18-19, 2012
  • Sept. 8-9, 2012
  • Sept. 29-30, 2012
  • Oct. 13-14-, 2012
Where: Seneca County Fairgrounds
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Anyone
How: Come
Cost: FREE admission & parking
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Saturday, May 19 - Fun with Fossils

Learn to identify different types of fossils, go on a “dig” and even create one of your own!  Register with $3 per child by Wednesday, May 16
 
 
Where: Oakwoods, "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Children ages 6-9 only with their adult companion
How: Register with $3 per child by Wednesday, May 16
Cost: $3 per child
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Sunday, May 20 through Sunday, May 20 - Kite Derby

 During this EVENT, make and fly your own kites            
Where: Hedges-Boyer Park, Moose Shelter
When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Family
How: No registration required!
Cost: FREE
For more info: Food & drinks available
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Sunday, May 20 - The Lily Family

Lilies and trilliums are a part of this family, but did you know that onions and garlic are, too? Come see some examples of this family and which ones might be found in this area.
Where: Oakwoods, "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center
When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Family
How: Come to event
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

May 21st through May 26th

Monday, May 21 - Wee Ones: Flowers

 
Program includes a story, activities and a craft.
Where: Oakwoods, "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center
When: 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 years and under with adult companion.  Older siblings welcome.
How: Come to event
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 22 - Sidewalk Chalk and Bubbles at Bicentennial Park

Join MOPS of Trinity at Bicentennial Park for a morning of chalk fun, bubbles and a nice play set followed by a picnic lunch
Where:
Bicenntenial Park, Upper Sandusky, Ohio
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages: birth to kindergarten and Mom:)
How: Come to event
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, May 23 - Mazza Museum "Tales for Tots"

Come for a fun-themed story time with Story Nana Gail Lazarczyk.  Feel free to bring a sack lunch for a picnic at the fountain following storytime.
Where: Mazza Museum University of Findlay
When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Preschoolers and toddlers with a caregiver.
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.findlay.edu/offices/resources/mazza/default.htm
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Wednesday, May 23 - REGISTRATION for ST JUDE'S BIKE-A-THON

The bike-a-thon will take place on Sat., June 23, starting at 10a for kids 4-6 & 11a for 7-12. Lots of prizes! Lunch is included. Each child will have until the event date to raise donations for St. Judes! Kids can bring 1 can food to donate to get 1 raffle ticket & also can donate 1 blue&white clothing item for kids in africa to receive 2 raffel tickets. It will be held at The Shrine Park in Carey. Donations can be in form of cash or checks to: St. Judes
Where: Carey Library, upstairs
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Kids 4-12
How: Come to registration on May 23rd to attend event on June 23rd.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call me at 419 957 0468 with questions :)
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Wednesday, May 23 - Avoid Summer Brain Drain

Learn things you can do to help your kids avoid learning loss over the summer. Great pointers and tips on ways to avoid summer brain drain. Parents of school age children grades K-12. Program presented by Sylvan Learning Center.
  
Where: Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, Lindamood Room
When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Come to event
Cost: FREE
For more info: Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
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Saturday, May 26 - Lowe's Build and Grow

Ice Cream Truck
Where: Your local Lowe's Store
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Kids
How: Register at www.lowesbuildandgrow.com
Cost: FREE
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Floating Popcorn Kernels-Science

Show your kids some science with items you probably have right now.

What you need:
  • A clear, tall container
  • 3 cups of water--You can see in the video that I did not measure anything
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup of baking soda
  • 1/8 cup of unpopped popcorn kernels
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup of white vinegar

What you do:
  1. Mix baking soda and water in the clear container
  2. Add corn kernels
  3. Pour in vinegar--do this part in or near the sink. I'm surprised mine didn't ...

Mintylicious Mookies

These are a must-make!!

Ingredients

§  2 boxes of Sugar cookie mix.

§  1 ½ c. Andes baking mint pieces.

§  1 ½ c. Chocolate chips.

§  ½ to 1 tsp mint extract. (our Publix has a tube of mint flavor by the baking cups and candles)

§  1 stick butter or 1c. margarine (softened)

§  2 eggs.

§  20 drops of green food coloring.

§  1 box of mint Oreos.

Directions

1.    Preheat oven to 350*.

2.    Mix sugar cookie mix, eggs, and butter together until mixed well.

3.    Fold Andes mint pieces and chocolate chips into mix.

4.    Add ...


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