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Meet local children’s author Tammy Appleton this weekend!

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charlieThe sponsor of last week’s book giveaway and author of Charlie’s Monsters – A Halloween Tale, Tammy Appleton will be doing a reading of her story at Barnes & Noble in the Market Common this Saturday, October 26, 2013 at 11 a.m. She’s in love with the story and a lovely woman. I promise you that no one will read it better! If you’re looking for something free to do with your young child, go check it out!

I want to thank Tammy for kindly providing the two copies of her book that were featured in our giveaway. The winners were delighted!

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Dr. Sears visiting the Grand Strand on Tuesday, March 19

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stethYou know who Dr. William Sears is, right? If you’ve searched for parenting topics on the internet for more than five minutes or looked for a parenting book, you’ve surely run across his work. He’s the author of more than 30 books and founder of AskDrSears.com.

While this post is short notice, I realize, clear your calendar. He’s speaking at Waccamaw High School (2412 Kings River Road in Pawleys Island) on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 from 7 to 8 p.m. His presentation is titled, “Top Ten Health Tips for All Ages.”

This is pretty once in a lifetime, so if you can attend, go for it! This event is free and open to the public.

For more about Dr. Sears have a look at his Wikipedia page.

Photo credit: Flickr

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Cinderella tickets are on sale now, don’t miss out

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cindyNo, I’m not talking about a reunion concert at the House of Blues (thanks, children of the 80’s, for getting that lame joke). The Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre is performing the ballet, Cinderella in March. If their annual performances of the Nutcracker are any indication of how beautiful the show will be, you’ll be delighted.

The shows will be on Saturday, March 16th at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday, March 17th at 4 p.m. Tickets are available on their website. Right now (they are subject to increase), adults are $15 and children/seniors are $10. In my opinion, that’s very reasonable! If you’d prefer, you can call the studio at 843.651.2006 to purchase tickets.

The performances will be in the Beach Church Auditorium on George Bishop Parkway, near the old Freestyle Music Park. Tickets are general admission, so arrive early if you’d like a good seat. Also, during the Nutcracker, concessions were available for purchase during intermission. Hopefully that’s the case for these production, as well.

For photos of rehearsals, check out the Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre on Facebook.

Hope to see you there! I’ve already got my tickets.  🙂

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Whoville comes to the Children’s Museum of South Carolina this weekend!

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hortonLooking for something to do this weekend? The Children’s Museum of South Carolina is hosting Whoville on Saturday, March 2nd from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with activities throughout the day!

You can make your own Lorax tree, hear some of Seuss’ finest stories, and visit with the Cat in the Hat! To read more about Whoville, in celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, check out the Facebook event page.

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Kohls Cares Car Seat Safety Check coming to Myrtle Beach

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On Tuesday, August 28, 2012, another quarter car seat safety check will be held, also in the Kohl’s parking lot off 544.  This article I wrote for TheDigitel Myrtle Beach has more details, both about the event and child safety seat laws in South Carolina.  __________________________________

On Tuesday, February 21, 2012, Kohls off 544 in Myrtle Beach, will host a Kohls Cares Car Seat Safety check from 3 to 6 p.m.

At the event Safe Kids certified child safety seat technicians will inspect the installation of car seats, correct those installed incorrectly, and offer a new seat to those who have one that is damaged or otherwise unusable.  There is one seat available per car while supplies last.  You can find out more about the event and those organizing it on the Responsible Safety blog here.

The statistics are staggering.  Research from other states reveals that nearly three out of every four car seats are installed improperly, putting your child at risk for unintentional injury.  Couple that with our sub-par car seat laws in South Carolina and our children could be in real, UNNECESSARY, danger.

If you’re able to get your car seat checked on Tuesday, please do so.  It’s free.  It’s quick.  It could mean all the difference in a car accident.  Many of us take tons of time to educate ourselves on car seats and purchase the very best one our budgets will allow.  Sadly, none of that matters if the seat is installed correctly.

If you plan to attend, it’s best to have the seat in the car you typically use and your child.  In addition to an installation inspection, technicians will also assess how the straps fit with your little one in the seat.  If you’re an expectant parent, bring the seat in the car it will be used.

If you have questions, contact the Safe Kids Pee Dee/Coastal Chapter at (843) 777 – 5021.  For more information about the location, including a map and phone number, click here.

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