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Let’s talk about SPRING! With spring comes grass, blooming flowers, and warm sunshine! With your little one, find and name the colors all around you! “Can you find something pink? You’re right, the flower petals are pink!”
For more ideas on how to talk, read, and sing together visit: TALKING IS TEACHING
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- Do a somersault and hop
- Initiates, joins in, and sustains positive interactions with a small group of 2-3 children
- Writes strings of letters, not necessarily words
- Uses and responds appropriately to positional words indicating location, direction, and distance (under, over, between, close, far, behind, in front, etc.)
- Explores dance and movement concepts
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Cooking Matters Recipe:
VEGGIE WRAP
15 Minutes 4 Servings
Ingredients:
1. 4 large radishes
1 small carrot
1 cup salad greens
3 sprigs fresh herbs (parsley, dill, cilantro, or combination)
1 lemon
2 ounces low-fat Swiss or cheddar cheese
1 large, ripe avocado
¼ cup nonfat plain yogurt
3 (8-inch) whole wheat flour tortillas
Instructions:
- Scrub and rinse radishes and carrots. Rinse salad greens. Pat all veggies dry.
- Use a vegetable peeler to peel radishes and carrots into long, thin strips. In a medium bowl, collect veggie strips.
- Rinse herbs. Pluck leaves off stems. Tear leaves into smaller pieces.
- Rinse lemon. Zest using the small holes of a box grater. Cut in half and remove seeds.
- Grate cheese.
- Slice avocado lengthwise. Remove pit. Scoop avocado out of shell.
- In a small bowl, use a fork to mash avocado. Stir in yogurt.
- Squeeze a little lemon juice onto avocado mixture. Add herbs and a pinch of lemon zest. Stir.
- Warm 1 tortilla in the microwave for 30 seconds, or longer as needed.
- Place the warm tortilla on a cutting board. Spread 1/8 avocado mixture over center of tortilla. Layer with 1/8 greens, 1/8 grated veggies, and 1/8 cheese. If using turkey, add 1/8 turkey now. Squeeze more lemon juice over the mixture.Roll tortilla and toppings into a log shape. Use a knife to slice wrap into four “pinwheels.”
- Repeat process for the other 2 tortillas. You will end up with a total of 12 pinwheels.
View full recipe: VEGGIE WRAP
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FOOD DISTRIBUTION CALENDAR
The Food Bank of Eastern Michigan
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Friday, May 2, 9, & 23 at 12 PM: Radiant Church of God, Saginaw
Saturday, May 3, 10, 17, 23, & 30 at 10 AM – 12 PM: Old Town Christian Outreach, Saginaw
Thursday, May 8, Friday, May 16, Wednesday, May 21 at 9 - 11 AM: Center of Hope, Saginaw
Saturday, May 10 at 10 AM - 12 PM: Faith Lutheran Church, Saginaw
Thursday, May 15 at 10 AM - 12 PM: Saginaw YMCA, Saginaw
Tuesday, May 20, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM: New Covenant Christian Center, Saginaw
Saturday, May 21, 9 - 11 AM: Spaulding TWP Hall, Sagianw
View full FOOD DISTRIBUTION CALENDAR.
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FREE MEALS FOR KIDS
The Saginaw Family YMCA
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Mission Nutrition Community Events
FREE Youth Meals
Monday through Friday 4p-6p
Saturdays Noon – 2p
Visit website to learn more and for FREE food giveaways at THE SAGINAW FAMILY YMCA.
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SPRING ALLERGIES OR TOO SICK FOR SCHOOL? HOW TO TELL THE DIFFERENCES
Maggie Dwan
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As flowers bloom and pollen fills the air, many children experience allergy symptoms that can look like illness. It’s not always easy to tell if your child should stay home—but knowing the difference can help avoid unnecessary absences and keep learning on track.
🌼 What Mild Allergy Symptoms Look Like:
– Runny or stuffy nose
– Sneezing
– Mild, dry cough (with no fever or breathing trouble)
– Itchy or watery eyes (without redness or swelling)
– Mild fatigue or sinus pressure
These symptoms are typically manageable with allergy medication, hydration, and rest—and usually not a reason to miss school.
🚫 Keep Home or Seek Care If:
– Fever over 100.4°F
– Severe cough, wheezing, or trouble breathing
– Vomiting or diarrhea
– Rash with fever or blisters
Allergies are common in spring—and with the right support, most kids can stay in school and stay comfortable.
Read more TIPS FROM SHOOL HEALTH EXPERTS on when to send your child or keep them home.
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Building Healthy Relationships with Media: Essential Skills for Children 10 and Younger
American Academics of Pediatrics
Children build media habits and preferences from a very young age, so it’s worthwhile to set them up for a healthy relationship with media before they grow into teens and young adults.
Click on the LINK for strategies are ways to build balance, critical thinking, self-regulation, and safety skills for toddlers through elementary school-aged children.
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Unplugged play = playing without screens
Great Lakes Bay Parents
Unplugged play with parents and caregivers can benefit children, even with just a few minutes a day. A balance of unplugged play and screen time is possible for families, especially when trying the activities or using the resources listed on Great Lakes Bay Parents.
Check it out: UNPLUGGED PLAY
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Homemade Sidewalk Chalk Recipe
Kid-Friendly Things To Do
Make Homemade Sidewalk Chalk with your kids this summer for a fun boredom buster. They will love using their own homemade chalk outside on the sidewalk or driveway.
Check it out: HOMEMADE SIDEWALK CHALK
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INFANT SAFE SLEEP
Preparing for Infant Safe Sleep - What to Do When You're Tired
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Families with children between the ages of two and five months residing in Saginaw County can complete a FREE Ages and Stages developmental screening or a social-emotional screening. Screenings take ten minutes to complete, and the results are back within a week. Results tell parents what to expect at each stage of development. Often times, early diagnosis can help give a child the best opportunity to reach their potential.
Learn more: AGES & STAGES QUESTIONNAIRES
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One out of every 169 pregnancies ends in stillbirth in the U.S., and that rate is two times higher for Black expectant parents.
The link between fetal movement and a healthy baby is clear, but research continues to uncover more about the importance of tracking baby’s movements. Count the Kicks uses the latest research to help achieve our mission.
Count the Kicks provides free, evidence-based resources for expectant parents to stay informed and monitor their baby’s well-being.
Learn more about: COUNT THE KICKS
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Parent Cafés are physically and emotionally safe spaces where parents and caregivers talk and listen to each other on topics that matter to them. During each Café parent will learn about the protective factors, create strategies from their own wisdom and experiences to strengthen their families, and receive practical tools and resources to take home. Access to additional resources even when the Cafés are over. Sign up today!
Covenant Anderson Building (1020 Almira, Saginaw)
Thursdays from May 22 - June 26 at 10 AM - 12 PM
For any inquiries, please reach out to ccharbonneau@cancouncil.org.
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FREE Online Parenting Classes
Extension Extras Parenting Hour
Tuesdays at 8 - 9:30 PM
May 6 - Together We Can: Co-Parenting
May 13 - Intro to HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences)
May 20 - Purpose of Play
May 27 - Let's Talk: Parent and Provider Communication
Online Parent Talk System Webinar Series for Kinship Caregivers
Thursdays at 11:30 AM - 1 PM, May 2, 2025 - June 6
Online Parent Talk System Webinar Series
Wednesdays at 11:30 AM - 1 PM, May 14 - June 18
Online Kinship Caregiver workshops: Reducing Challenging Behaviors in Toddlers
May 14, 7 - 8:30 PM
Learn More & Register: MSU EXTENSION PARENT CLASSES
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Bring your Public Libraries of Saginaw Library card or sign up for a new card (ID with current address needed), then browse our mobile library to find the perfect books to check out!
You can also check out a Chromebook and get help with digital services.
Maplewood Manor
Thursday, May 1, 12 - 1 PM
First Ward Community Center
Thursday, May 1 & 15 at 4 - 5 PM
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Friendship Senior Center
Tuesday, May 6, 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Edgewood Assisted Living
Tuesday, May 6, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Elmwood Manor
Wednesday, May 7, 10 - 11 AM
Pinewood Manor
Tuesday, May 13, 10 - 11 AM
Robin Glen
Tuesday, May 13, 3. -4 PM
Great Lakes Bay Health Center
Monday, April 14, 2025
10:00am - 11:00am
Davenport Manor
Tuesday, May 20, 10 - 11 AM
Independence Village (Wescourt)
Tuesday, May 20, 3 - 4 PM
Learn More: BOOK MOBILE STOP
| | May 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, & 29 at 10:30 AM: TALES FOR TWO at Thomas Township Library, Saginaw | | May 1 at 3 PM: POKEMON CANDYLAND at Rauchholz Library, Hemlock | May 2, 9, & 16 at 10 AM: JUMPING JAMMERS (ages 2-5) at Rauchholz Library, Hemlock | May 2, 9, & 16 at 10:30 AM: PLAY TO LEARN (ages 0-5) at Rauchholz Library, Hemlock | May 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 at 10:30 AM: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME at Butman-Fish Library, Saginaw | | May 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 at 12 PM: FREE SATURDAY ADMISSION at Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw | May 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 at 2 PM: TOGETHER WE READ at Hoyt Main Library, Saginaw | | May 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 & 27 at 9:30 AM & 11 AM: STORY TIME at Frankenmuth Wickson District Library, Frankenmuth | May 5, 12, & 19 at 10:30 AM: PRESCHOOL STORY TIME at Thomas Township Library, Saginaw | | May 5, 12, 19, & 26 at 4 PM: HOYT LEGO CLUB at Hoyt Main Library, Saginaw | | May 6 & 13 at 10:30 AM: STORYTIME (ages 2-5) at Rauchholz Library, Hemlock | | May 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 10:30 AM: STORY HOUR at Bridgeport Public Library, Saginaw | | May 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 10:30 AM: STORY HOUR (age 3-4) at River Rapids Library, Chesaning | May 6, 13, & 20 at 10:30 AM: TODDLER STORYTIME at Zauel Library, Saginaw | May 5 at 6:30 PM: KIDS ZONE CRAFT NIGHT - CINCO DE MAYO at Zauel Library, Saginaw | May 7, 12, 19, & 26 at 11 AM: WEEKLY STORY TIME at Carolyn R. Otto Family Literacy Center, Saginaw | May 8, 15, 22, & 29 at 6 PM: STORY HOUR (age 5-8) at River Rapids Library, Chesaning | May 10 at 10 AM - 2 PM: FAMILY FUN DAY at Thomas Township Nature Center, Saginaw | May 10 at 12:15 - 1 PM: STUDIO STORY TIME at Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw | May 10 at 1 - 4 PM: OPEN STUDIO at Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw | May 13, 20, & 27 at 5 - 7 PM: F.U.N. at Thomas Township Nature Center, Saginaw | May 15, 22, & 29 at 1 - 2 PM: LITTLE ACORNS PRESCHOOL GROUP at Thomas Township Nature Center, Saginaw | May 17 at 12:30 PM: TODDLER TOURS at Saginaw Art Museum, Saginaw | May 17 at 10 AM - 12 PM: KIDS WOODWORKING WORKSHOP at Lowes, Saginaw | May 20 at 6 PM: HOYT STEAM NIGHT at Hoyt Main Library, Saginaw | May 23 - 26: BALLOONS OVER BAVARIAN INN at Bavarian Inn, Frankenmuth | May 23 & 30 at 6 - 9 PM: FRIDAY FUN NIGHTS at Downtown, Frankenmuth | May 24 & 25 : FRANKENMUTH DOG BOWL at Frankenmuth River Place Shops, Frankenmuth | May 24 at 1 - 4 PM : CREATE & TAKE: HAPPY PAINTING at Marshall M. Fredricks Sculpture Museum, Saginaw | May 26 at 11 AM : MEMORIAL DAY PARADE at S. Washington from Janes to the Saginaw County Veterans Memorial Plaza at Hoyt Park, Saginaw | May 29 at 5:30 - 6:30 PM : BWELL STRIDES COMMUNITY WALK at Birch Run Community Park, Birch Run | | | | |
