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| 2 | 3Toddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryToddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryTime: 10:00 am Join Lewisville Public Library every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for Toddler Time. Designed for walkers, we focus on early literacy skills through stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays. A parent or caregiver must attend and participate with children. Free ticket required, space is limited. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Youth Services Desk, 30 minutes before the start of the class. Lewisville Public Library 1197 W Main Street Lewisville, Texas 75067 Allen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeAllen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Tuesday morning at 10:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 Bonding Toddler TimeBonding Toddler TimeTime: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Join Birth Choice for a free in-person parenting class discussing bonding and spending time with your toddler. Birth Choice 8610 Greenville Ave #200, Dallas, TX Bilingual Storytime at Lewisville Public LibraryBilingual Storytime at Lewisville Public LibraryTime: 6:00 pm Join Lewisville Public Library for a bilingual storytime with books, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish! A free ticket is required for entry. Tickets are handed out 30 minutes before class starts on a first-come, first-served basis. Lewisville Public Library 1197 W. Main Street Lewisville, TX 75067 | 4Together Time Storytime at Allen Public LibraryTogether Time Storytime at Allen Public LibraryTime: 10:15 am Allen Public Library - Join every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM & at 11:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 | 5Fun Ones & Twos Story TimeFun Ones & Twos Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Thursday morning at 10:15 AM & at 11:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, for families with toddlers ages 1-2. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 | 6 | 7Saturday Make & Take Crafts at The Coppell Arts CenterSaturday Make & Take Crafts at The Coppell Arts CenterTime: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm The Coppell Arts Center hosts free make-and-take craft workshops for kids 3 to 12 on the first Saturday of each month from 9 AM - 12 PM. The Coppell Arts Center 505 Travis St, Coppell, TX Kids Drop-In Studio at Kimbell Art MuseumKids Drop-In Studio at Kimbell Art MuseumTime: 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm This free program introduces children (ages 12 and younger) and their adult companions to fun ways to enjoy art through gallery explorations and related studio-art projects. Kimbell Art Museum 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, TX | 8Second Sunday FundaySecond Sunday FundayTime: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Second Sunday Fundays is a hands-on art afternoon that offers parents & children projects they can create together in the creative atmosphere of Irving Arts Center. Irving Arts Center 3333 North MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX, 75062 | |||
| 9 | 10Toddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryToddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryTime: 10:00 am Join Lewisville Public Library every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for Toddler Time. Designed for walkers, we focus on early literacy skills through stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays. A parent or caregiver must attend and participate with children. Free ticket required, space is limited. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Youth Services Desk, 30 minutes before the start of the class. Lewisville Public Library 1197 W Main Street Lewisville, Texas 75067 Allen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeAllen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Tuesday morning at 10:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 | 11Together Time Storytime at Allen Public LibraryTogether Time Storytime at Allen Public LibraryTime: 10:15 am Allen Public Library - Join every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM & at 11:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 Family Storytime at the Library: Telling the Knight's TaleFamily Storytime at the Library: Telling the Knight's TaleTime: 11:00 am - 11:45 am Put on your favorite cape and crown, and take your little one to the George W. Hawkes Downtown Library for a storytime inspired by A Knight’s Tale exhibition at the Arlington Museum of Art. Each Knights-inspired story will be read in dramatic fashion by one of the Arlington Public Library talented children’s librarians. This free event is open to the public, and will include fingerplays, songs, stories, and more! Every adult who attends Family Storytime will get two $5-off coupons to see A Knight’s Tale at the Arlington Museum of Art between Oct. 22, 2022 – Feb. 12, 2023. Arlington Public Library George W. Hawkes Downtown Library 100 S Center St, Arlington, TX | 12Fun Ones & Twos Story TimeFun Ones & Twos Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Thursday morning at 10:15 AM & at 11:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, for families with toddlers ages 1-2. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 Baby Day: Baby Stay & PlayBaby Day: Baby Stay & PlayTime: 10:30 am - 11:00 am Meet new friends at Baby Stay & Play! Children and families are welcome to explore and develop early literacy skills through free play, games and toys. For ages newborn to 18 months. Bookmarks in NorthPark Center 8687 N US 75-Central Expy 1000 #1514, Dallas, TX | 13 | 14 | 15 | |||
| 16 | 17Toddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryToddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryTime: 10:00 am Join Lewisville Public Library every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for Toddler Time. Designed for walkers, we focus on early literacy skills through stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays. A parent or caregiver must attend and participate with children. Free ticket required, space is limited. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Youth Services Desk, 30 minutes before the start of the class. Lewisville Public Library 1197 W Main Street Lewisville, Texas 75067 Allen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeAllen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Tuesday morning at 10:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 Bilingual Storytime at Lewisville Public LibraryBilingual Storytime at Lewisville Public LibraryTime: 6:00 pm Join Lewisville Public Library for a bilingual storytime with books, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish! A free ticket is required for entry. Tickets are handed out 30 minutes before class starts on a first-come, first-served basis. Lewisville Public Library 1197 W. Main Street Lewisville, TX 75067 | 18Together Time Storytime at Allen Public LibraryTogether Time Storytime at Allen Public LibraryTime: 10:15 am Allen Public Library - Join every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM & at 11:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 | 19Fun Ones & Twos Story TimeFun Ones & Twos Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Thursday morning at 10:15 AM & at 11:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, for families with toddlers ages 1-2. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 | 20 | 21Effective Co-Parenting WorkshopEffective Co-Parenting WorkshopTime: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Effective Co-Parenting: Tips, Tools and Tactics. This FREE workshop is designed to help you and your co-parent gain healthy parenting skills. Joe Farmer Recreation Center 1201 E Bethany Dr, Allen, TX | 22 | |||
| 23 | 24Toddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryToddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryTime: 10:00 am Join Lewisville Public Library every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for Toddler Time. Designed for walkers, we focus on early literacy skills through stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays. A parent or caregiver must attend and participate with children. Free ticket required, space is limited. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Youth Services Desk, 30 minutes before the start of the class. Lewisville Public Library 1197 W Main Street Lewisville, Texas 75067 Allen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeAllen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Tuesday morning at 10:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 | 25Together Time Storytime at Allen Public LibraryTogether Time Storytime at Allen Public LibraryTime: 10:15 am Allen Public Library - Join every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM & at 11:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 | 26Fun Ones & Twos Story TimeFun Ones & Twos Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Thursday morning at 10:15 AM & at 11:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, for families with toddlers ages 1-2. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 | 27 | 28 | 29 | |||
| 30 | 31Toddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryToddler Time at Lewisville Public LibraryTime: 10:00 am Join Lewisville Public Library every Tuesday at 10:00 AM for Toddler Time. Designed for walkers, we focus on early literacy skills through stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays. A parent or caregiver must attend and participate with children. Free ticket required, space is limited. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at the Youth Services Desk, 30 minutes before the start of the class. Lewisville Public Library 1197 W Main Street Lewisville, Texas 75067 Allen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeAllen Public Library - Baby & Me Story TimeTime: 10:15 am Join every Tuesday morning at 10:15 AM in the Children's Program Room for fun literacy based activities that incorporate reading, talking, playing, singing and writing, especially for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Registration required. Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen Drive Allen, Texas 75013 Parenting Class: Toddler NutritionParenting Class: Toddler NutritionTime: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Join Birth Choice for a FREE in-person parenting class discussing toddler nutrition and health. Birth Choice 8610 Greenville Ave #200, Dallas, TX Bilingual Storytime at Lewisville Public LibraryBilingual Storytime at Lewisville Public LibraryTime: 6:00 pm Join Lewisville Public Library for a bilingual storytime with books, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish! A free ticket is required for entry. Tickets are handed out 30 minutes before class starts on a first-come, first-served basis. Lewisville Public Library 1197 W. Main Street Lewisville, TX 75067 | ||||||||
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WIC Foods Perfect For Toddlers
WIC foods are a great way to make sure your little ones are getting good nutrition. When WIC foods are part of a recipe, you know you are giving them healthy choices. Coming up with new ways to get your little ones to try new foods can be very challenging.
These easy recipes are perfect for toddlers, and they feature WIC-approved foods.
PEANUT BUTTER, BERRY OATMEAL
Oatmeal
Berries
Peanut butter
Cook oatmeal according to package directions.
Stir in a spoonful of peanut butter and mashed berries. Mix until well combined and serve warm.
Here is another recipe perfect for your little one, but tasty enough for the entire family to try.
VEGETABLE, LENTIL SOUP
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups diced tomatoes, fresh or canned
2 cups chopped spinach
Juice of 1 lemon
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add diced vegetables. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add spices to the pot. Cook for another couple of minutes. Add dried lentils, broth, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until lentils are tender. Stir in diced tomatoes, spinach and cook another 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste.
TUNA, AVOCADO SANDWICH BITES
Canned tuna, drained
Avocado, mashed
Whole-wheat bread, toasted
Mash avocado and mix with canned tuna
Spread mixture on whole-grain bread and cut into triangles.
Pick up all your WIC foods at a Grocery Services North store near you!
Easy Family Dinner Featuring WIC Foods
Red Beans & Rice
1 cup diced onion
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tomato, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 jalapeno, diced
½ cup diced bell pepper of any color
1 ½ cups of rice
1 can kidney beans
3 tbsp+ hot sauce (Louisiana, Tabasco, or your favorite hot sauce)
2 tbsp Soy Sauce
Salt & Pepper, Paprika, Red Pepper Flakes, Garlic Powder
Cook the rice according to package instructions. Heat oil in a large skillet then add onions. Allow to cook for about 5 minutes then add in garlic, tomato, and celery then stir together and cook for a few minutes. Add in jalapeno and bell pepper then stir together. Cook until all vegetables are tender. Add in the cooked rice and kidney beans, stir and cook for about 5 minutes. Add in the seasonings and sauces, then cook for about 5 more minutes to allow the flavors to soak in. Serve and enjoy!
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With Colcannon Mashed Potatoes
Serve up a bowl of good luck with this Colcannon Mashed Potato recipe. This St. Patrick’s Day favorite features WIC-approved vegetables like potatoes, cabbage and milk. It’s sure to be a hit with your family this St. Patrick’s Day and all year long.
COLCANNON MASHED POTATOES
3 large russet potatoes, cut into chunks
7 tbsp butter
⅓ head of cabbage, shredded
2 tbsp garlic, minced
4 stalks of green onion, sliced
1 cup milk
Salt, pepper, garlic powder – to taste
Cut 3 large russet potatoes into chunks and add to a large pot of water with salt. Boil until fork tender then strain the potatoes in a colander. In the same large pot, add about 4 tbsp of butter and melt. Add in shredded cabbage, green onion, and garlic then stir. Cook until the cabbage is wilted, about 10 minutes. Add in the potato chunks, mash with a fork, and stir. Add in the milk ½ cup at a time, along with 2 more tbsp of butter, and stir thoroughly. Add in salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. Top with a slice of butter and enjoy!
New Arrival Alert: Oak Farms Milk Now In Stores
Grocery Services North is Now Carrying Oak Farms Milk
Attention WIC Moms: Exciting News – Oak Farms Milk is Now Available at Grocery Services North stores for you and your little ones!
Oak Farms Milk has arrived at our store, offering a nutritious and wholesome choice. Whether you’re pouring it over cereal or enjoying a glass by itself, you will love the taste of Oak Farms Milk.
To celebrate, here’s a fun recipe featuring milk for a nutritious breakfast treat:
OVERNIGHT OATS
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup regular yogurt (plain or flavored)
1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fresh or frozen fruit (e.g., berries, sliced banana, diced apple, or any fruit you like)
Nuts or seeds for topping (e.g., almonds, chia seeds, or walnuts)
A pinch of salt
In a mason jar or airtight container, combine the rolled oats, milk, regular yogurt, honey or maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to mix all the ingredients together.
Add your choice of fresh or frozen fruit to the mixture. Berries, banana slices, and diced apples are popular options, but you can use any fruit your child enjoys.
Seal the container with a lid and shake it or stir to ensure all the ingredients are well combined.
Refrigerate the container overnight or for at least 4-6 hours. This allows the oats to absorb the liquid and become creamy.
In the morning, give the overnight oats a good stir to redistribute the ingredients. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little more milk to achieve your desired consistency.
Top your overnight oats with your choice of nuts or seeds for added crunch and nutrition. Chia seeds, sliced almonds, or walnuts work well. Serve the overnight oats cold, right from the fridge.Enjoy a nutritious and delicious breakfast!
Visit a Grocery Services North store today to pick up your WIC-approved milk and other foods.
Black Bean Brownies
Craving something sweet? Whip up a batch of tasty black bean brownies using WIC-approved ingredients like black beans and peanut butter! Trust us, you won’t even notice the difference!
BLACK BEAN BROWNIES
3 eggs
3 tbsp oil (vegetable, olive, or avocado)
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup peanut butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
⅓ cup cocoa powder
1 can of black beans (15oz)
Optional:
½ cup chocolate chips for topping
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Coat a 9×9 inch baking pan with oil or non-stick cooking spray. Drain and rinse the black beans. Add all ingredients aside from toppings into a blender and blend until the ingredients look well mixed. Pour into the greased baking pan and cook for 25-30 minutes. Allow the brownies to cool before cutting into pieces and serving. Enjoy!
Nutramigen Select Batches Recalled
Select batches of Nutramigen LGG powdered formula have been recalled by the manufacturer. The following Nutramigen powdered formula batches are part of the recall. You can find the code for your formula on the bottom of the can:
- ZL3FHG (12.6 oz cans)
- ZL3FMH (12.6 oz cans)
- ZL3FPE (12.6 oz cans)
- ZL3FQD (12.6 oz cans)
- ZL3FRW (19.8 oz cans)
- ZL3FXJ (12.6 oz cans)
The recalled formula has a UPC code of 300871239418 or 300871239456 and a “use by date” of Jan, 1, 2025. Customers with recalled formula should contact the manufacturer, Mead Johnson, at 866-534-9986.