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Area Briefs
North Texas Modern Quilting/Sewing
Guild
SEAGOVILLE, TX -We would like to invite you to come and
visit/join a new guild that has been formed in Seagoville. Our goal is
to promote friendship and fellowship for people interested in quilt-
ing, sewing and designing. We meet on the third Thursday of every
month at the First United Methodist Church in Seagoville’s Com-
munity Center (Bread Basket) at 6:30 pm. If you have any questions,
please e-mail us at ntxguild@yahoo.com .
Balch Springs Visual and Performing Arts
Alliance - 501(c)3 non profit,
Calendar of Events
Every Tuesday: Community Choir
12:30-1:30 pm at Balch Springs Senior Center, 2919 Balch Springs
Road, Balch Springs, Texas 75180
Every Friday: Community Choir
12:30-1:30 pm at Balch Springs Senior Center, 2919 Balch Springs
Road, Balch Springs, Texas 75180
For more information please call 214-356-5908 or email info@balch-
springsartsalliance.org.
Immunization Clinic open every 3rd
Thursday in Balch Springs
The Immunization clinic is open at Irwin Recreation Center lo-
cated at 4372 Shepherd Lane on the 3rd Thursday of each month
from 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Cost is $10 on the first visit; $5 on following
visits. Medicaid/CHIP accepted.
Walk & Talk Bird Tour
Saturday, October 5, 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. Cost: Free with $5.00
Entry Free. Come and learn about birds at one of the hottest birding
spots in North Texas. Enjoy a relaxing morning discovering more
about the fastest growing spectator sport in America. Learn how
to use binoculars, field guides, keep a life-list and what to look for
when identifying birds. Binoculars and field guides available for
use. PLEASE RSVP by calling 972-474-9100 or email ldunn@wet-
landcenter.com
To Eat or Not To Eat
Saturday, October 5, 9:00 - 1:00 p.m. Cost: 40.00 per person
Ages: 16 & Up (Those under 18 will have to have parent with them
in order to taste plants).
Join us on Saturday, October 5 for ‘Wild Edible Plants of Texas.’
Mark Suter, a Texas naturalist and primitive wilderness survivalist,
has been using wild plants of Texas for food for over 20 years. He
will lead a wild plant identification walk through the natural habi-
tats of the Wetland Center, emphasizing the physical characteristics,
edible parts, proper preparation, and available season of harvesting
plants. Poisonous wild plants will also be covered. Come join us as
we explore the world of edible wild plants and expand your diet to
include these nutritious wild resources. Registration Required con-
tact @wetlandcent er.com or call 972-474-9100
Immerse yourself in the Wetland this fall by
joining us for our Bluegrass & Barbeque
Party on Thursday, October 17, 2013 - 6:00pm-8:30pm. This
unique party is to thank our generous donors that contribute at a level
of $50 or greater to our 2013 Wetland on the Grow Annual Giving
Campaign. Our annual campaign supports our premier environmen-
tal education, research and conservation efforts. Speaking of growth,
this past year we GREW by...
Education
• Two amazing new Educators hired
• New Middle and High School programs launched
• Over 4,500 students & 3,000 adults experienced programs
Conservation
• Two Juvenile Bald Eagles successfully thrived in the wetland
• Dozens of rehabilitated birds released from Rogers Wildlife
Rehab Center
Research
• Wetland Environmental Academy immersed 13 local teachers
• Research Internship with El Centro Community College
• Baylor University conducts ongoing research on the Wetland
Next Year we hope to GROW bv...
• Protect and preserve Bald Eagle Habitat by constructing a Bald
Eagle Nest Tower and relocate an Eagle nest on the Wetland Prop-
erty. This project is sponsored by Oncor Electric Delivery and Falcon
Steel Company
• Install a high definition Eagle Nest Tower Camera to monitor
their progress this fall and winter
• Expand our education programming to include Wildlife Con-
servation
• Secure extended study research projects
• Increase awareness of the Wetland Center to over 13 cities in
North Central Texas
Please GIVE today by going to www.wetlandcenter.com/give
and make your 100% tax deductable donation. Our party on October
17, 2013 6:00pm-8:30pm, will have a live bluegrass band “Acoustic
Sound Hounds”, plenty of beer & wine, delicious barbeque, interac-
tive education and research exhibits and the unveiling of the Eagle
Nest Tower sponsored by Oncor Electric Delivery and Falcon Steel
Company. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to the
growth of the John Bunker
Sands Wetland Center. For more information email contact@
wetlandcenter.com or go to our website at www.wetlandcenter.com.
Bunker Sands Pond Trail Walk
Saturday October 19, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Cost: Free with $5.00
Admission Fee. Join us on the John Bunker’s Pond Trail. Learn about
the natural and cultural history of the area as we walk this 1.8 mile
loop trail. The trail begins with a walk through a forested area to a
true bottom land hardwood forest, then follows the East Fork of the
Trinity River and ends on the wetland levee roads. This trail is great
for families and those who are interested in learning about native trees,
flowers, animals and anything else found along the way! For more
information call 972-474-9100 or email ldunn@wetlandcenter.com
2013 Wetland Waterfowl Preview
Saturday, October 19, 10:00 - 3:00 p.m. Cost: $5.00 per per-
son. We are taking it up notch when it comes to all things ducks!
Come and join us for our first ever 2013 Waterfowl Preview. Jurgen
Kaleidoscope Kids
MEREDITH A. BYINGTOIM, M.D.
Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine
1317 E Hwy 175, Suite 800 Phone: 972-472-3800
Crandall, Texas 75114 Fax: 972-472-3800
Simons, Wetland Steward and Zink Calls Field Staffer, and Wetland
Steward Justin Dollins will bring together the fields of conservation
and wildlife management through duck hunting. Wildlife conserva-
tion, waterfowl 101, hunting strategies and duck calling are a few
of the seminars that will be offered. Zink Calls will be providing
demonstration gear, everything from duck calls to decoys and blinds
to choke tubes will be available to look at. Whether you are a sea-
soned pro or just beginning in the sport of duck hunting, this day is
dedicated to all the gear and strategies you will need to have a more
successful upcoming season. Reservations are Requested.
45th Reunion
WW Samuell High School and H Grady Spruce High School
have a football game scheduled for October 4, 2013, at the Henry
Stadium in Seagoville. Both schools are celebrating their 45th High
School Reunions this year. Members of the Class of 1968 for both
of schools are invited to attend this game so some of the same folks
from both schools will be sitting on each side, cheering for their
teams... 45 years later.
Halloween Costume Fundraiser
Need to buy a Halloween Costume? Now you can buy a costume
and support the Seagoville Senior Center. Just purchase your hal-
loween costumes online at www.wholesalecostumeclub.com/fund-
raiser. At checkout chose the option “Become A Member” Enter the
Promo Code “FUN1829” in the promo code box and click “Apply
Code” and then continue your checkout. 15% of your purchase will
be donated to the Seagoville Senior Center!
Health/Craft Fair Expo
The Seagoville Senior Center is hosting a Health/Craft Fair Expo
on Thursday, October 3 and 4th. Vendors are needed. Craft booths
are $10 per table/spot. Vendors are welcome to sell any products,
craft or other “flea market” type items. To purchase a spot, please
contact the Seagoville Senior Center at 972-287-4113
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Quilt Show & Craft Sale
Outdoor Quilt Show
Saturday, Oct. 5th 8am - 5pm
Fabrics 4 You
1501 N. Kaufman St, Seagoville
Interested in a space to sell a craft?
Contact us by phone or e-mail:
972-287-3800 fabrics4youstore@gmail.com
The Manor at Seagoville
2416 Elizabeth Lane Seagoville , Texas 75159
Phone 972-287-2491
Living with Dignity, Aging M’ith Understanding and
Caring with Pride
• Our 24 hour skilled nursing facility has been meeting the needs
of the community over 22 years
• Offering a full range of therapy services including Physical
Therapy, Speech Therapy, Occupational therapy
• Specializing in wound and I.V. therapy
Tours are always welcome
Education
DISD Calendar
Oct 7 High School Parent Conference night
Oct 8 Middle School Parent Conference night
Oct 10 Board Briefing, 4 p.m., Administration Building, 3700 Ross
Ave.
Oct 10 Elementary School Parent Conference night
Oct 11 Elementary Fair Day
Oct 18 Secondary Fair Day
Oct 21 TAKS/STAAR testing (through Oct. 24)
Oct 24 Board Meeting, 6 p.m., Administration Building, 3700 Ross
Ave.
Oct 28 Student Holiday/Staff Development
Dallas ISD Fair Days 2013-2014
Fair Days Oct. 11 and Oct. 18
DISD- The Dallas ISD Fair Days for the 2013-2014 school year will
begin on Friday, Oct. 11 for elementary students and staff, which
will be a regular school day for secondary students and staff, and
Friday, Oct. 18 for secondary students and staff, which will be a
regular school day for elementary students and staff.
Gifted And Talented Program To Accept
Nominations
DISD- Dallas ISD will begin to accept student nominations for
the Gifted and Talented (G/T) Program starting Monday, August
26 through Friday, October 4. The G/T program is available to stu-
dents from grades 1 through 12.
Parents, guardians and community members may nominate
students for the program and should pick up a nomination packet at
their local school campus. For more information, please visit http://
www.dallasisd.org/Page/21775 .
Central Elementary Health, College and
Career Day
DISD- Central Elementary School will be hosting our Health,
College and Career Day Expo Thursday, November 7. This experi-
ence will be an eye-opener for our students, and may be the first
time they are exposed to college information. We all know the seed
begins in elementary school, and want to do our part in getting all
students to begin thinking about and planning for college now.
The event is a day in which the students begin to realize that
the basic skills they are presently learning will help them reach
their goals and prepare them for their future role as college stu-
dents.
To promote your school as a future choice for our students and
to make this day possible, we would like your help. We invite you to
get involved and become part of the educational team in Dallas. We
are asking for any trinkets that we could give away to promote your
school such as t-shirts, water bottles, pencils, pens, whistles, fold-
ers, toys, stuffed animals, banners, pennants, sports memorabilia,
literature, etc. Our student population is 540 students. We would
love it if you could also attend and have a booth representing your
school or business.
Our students are your future customers. We are also having a
classroom door decorating contest, and some of our teachers are
alumni from your school, so I am sure you will be heavily favored
by those teachers!
We would like for you to come out with a booth, but any of-
fering is appreciated. If you have any questions, or I can assist you
in this matter, please do not hesitate to call me at (972) 749-6807.
Dallas ISD Invites Parents To Parent-
Teacher Conferences
Fall parent conferences take place Oct. 7, 8 and 10
DISD- Dallas ISD parents are invited to attend the fall semes-
ter parent/teacher conferences to meet their student’s teachers and
learn more about their students’ academic progress and challenges.
The fall semester parent conferences will take place from 4
p.m. to 8 p.m. as follows:
• Monday, Oct. 7- High Schools
• Tuesday, Oct. 8- Middle Schools
• Thursday, Oct. 10- Elementary Schools
The meetings offer an opportunity to ask questions and to
share any circumstances that might be interfering with a student’s
progress. Also, the students’ first report cards will be issued at the
conferences.
All District Students Can Eat Breakfast
And Lunch For Free
All students may now participate in free meal program
DISD--Every student in Dallas ISD can now eat free break-
fast and lunch at no cost to them. Effective today, Oct. 1, Dallas
ISD is implementing Provision 2, a federal amendment that allows
the National Lunch and School Breakfast programs to be offered
districtwide to all students free of charge.
The Dallas ISD Food and Child Nutrition Services Department
announced the new initiative which will make it possible for every
student to receive nutritious meals every school day.
“This is an incredible opportunity for the students of Dallas
ISD,” said Dora Rivas, executive director, Food and Child Nutri-
tion Services. “We know that students who have nutritious meals
each day perform better in school. It is impossible for students to do
their best work if they are hungry. Through this provision everyone
wins, especially our students.”
The district qualifies for this option based on the number of
completed applications for free and reduced-priced meals received
by FCNS. While the district received 85 percent of the needed num-
ber of completed applications for a successful roll-out, FCNS con-
tinues to encourage parents who have not completed an application
to do so in order to maximize the success of the Provision 2 amend-
ment. Meal applications will be accepted throughout the year, and
families can support this initiative by submitting a meal application
by the end of October. Applications can be completed on-line at
foodapps.dallasisd.org.
For more information, contact Food and Child Nutrition Ser-
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vices Dept, at (214) 932-5500. Completed applications should be
returned to: Food and Child Nutrition Services Department, At-
tention: Tamika Hopkins, Free and Reduced Dept., 1515 Grand Av-
enue, Dallas.
DonorsChoose - Continued from page 1
magazine. I hope that they are inspired by the stories and engaged in
the information. I plan to incorporate these magazines across content
areas such as shared reading, writing, and science. Each student will
be able to keep their magazine in their book box for independent or
partner reading, in addition to whole group discussions.”
“This year, my class has been provided with a set of Scholastic
Weekly News through the organization Donors Choose. Each stu-
dent will receive their own weekly magazine as a result of project
funding on the website DonorsChoose.org. I submitted the project
the first week of school and students received their first issue of the
magazine this past week. Thanks to the help of classroom parents
and anonymous donors, the cost of the magazine for each student
was fully funded. We are so grateful for everyone that contributed to
our project. This is the 2nd project for my class to be funded through
the Donors Choose program. The first projected funded was a lev-
eled classroom library in 2011. I will continue to develop projects
using this wonderful program in the future. The magazines are go-
ing to be such a wonderful addition to our room. Every student will
have their very own magazine to explore and read. I love that they
also begin on a 1st grade reading level and the text will change as
stu-dents’ reading levels increase,“ said Mrs. Curtis.
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