Checking once a week because your child’s teacher recommends it is just staying informed. It’s not the checking itself, it’s the frequency, the why behind it, and what it’s doing to your mental health. If you’re struggling to control your ability to check, here are some questions to ask before you do it again.
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Events This Week
November 1, 2026 - November 8, 2026
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November 1
Clifford The Big Red Dog
November 1
A musical, comical twist on the story of Emily Elizabeth and her beloved big red dog.
November 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Family FUNday: Day of the Dead
November 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with hands-on art activities, live dance performances, games and family fun.
November 3
Books, Beat and Bubbles Storytime
November 3
A musical storytime for families with children of all ages.
November 3
Clay Wheel Throwing
November 3
Young artists explore the basics of working on the pottery wheel and learn essential techniques such as centering, shaping, and trimming.
November 3
Rhythm & Rhyme: Early Walkers
November 3
Story, music and movement for young walkers and caregivers.
November 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Lapsit Storytime
November 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am
Rhymes, songs & play for children from birth to 24 months with a caregiver.
November 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Music and Movement for 2-5s
November 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Ages 2-5 and their caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and movement activities.
November 5
Adaptive Theatre
November 5
Children ages 9-17 with special needs can enjoy a fun and interactive theatre class full of games, movement-based storytelling, improvisation, and role-playing to build confidence, and encourage social connection in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
November 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Little Learners
November 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
Children ages 3-6 can build kindergarten readiness skills through activities, games, songs and stories.
November 5 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Wonders of Wildlife
November 5 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Meet some of the center's resident animals and learn about wildlife.
November 6 - November 7
Christmas in the Woods
November 6 - November 7
More than 100 craft vendors, unique gifts and a visit with Santa.
November 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Adapted Storytime
November 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Children ages 3–5 and their caregivers can enjoy an inclusive storytime.
November 6 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Father Daughter Dance
November 6 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Enjoy a special evening of dancing and fun for fathers and daughters.
November 6 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Behind the Camera: The Golden Age of Hollywood with Film Biographer Scott Eyman
November 6 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Go behind the scenes of The Golden Age of Hollywood!
November 7
November 6 - November 7
Christmas in the Woods
November 6 - November 7
More than 100 craft vendors, unique gifts and a visit with Santa.
November 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Feed the Animals
November 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Work with wildlife staff to prepare food, treats and enrichment for the animals, then offer them what you've made.
November 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
RePlay for Kids Toy Adapting Workshop
November 7 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Help adapt battery-powered toys for children with disabilities while learning basic electronics skills.
November 7 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Empty Bowls By The Lake
November 7 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Help fight hunger while enjoying unlimited soup and bread, live entertainment and a silent auction.
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