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TRICK OR TREAT WEEKENDS& COSTUME CONTEST!!Oct. 15-16 & Oct. 22-23 & Oct. 29-30, children 10AND UNDER IN FULL COSTUME ONLY cantrick or treat within the maze!! Costume contestheld Sat. (Oct. 10/16, 23, 30) and Sun. (10/17, 24,31) at 2:00 p.m. Prizes will be awarded!!!

PUMPKINS, PUMPKINS,PUMPKINS!!!!Come to the maze to select that perfect fallpumpkin! We will have a variety of pumpkinsfor sale. Just in time for fall decorating!

Birthday parties at the SouthTexas MAiZE!It's great fun for birthday folks of all ages!Call our hotline or e-mail us for all the excit-ing details!

Your MAiZE admission includes:Our 7 acre maze, children's play area, a hayride,the hay jump, and the mini "mind" maze.

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For our tiniest guests we have the Lil' PoppersPlay Pen where little ones don't have to battlewith the big kids to have a little fun. Completewith swings, slide, photo ops, hay pyramid,tractor, and sand mountain nestled under alarge Live Oak tree.

Plus, for folks of all ages, there will be hayrides,the mini mind maze, the corn cannon, andnew in 2011 the pig races!

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FALL EVENTsStoryteller

Saturday and Sunday, during the month of November professional storyteller Lee Haile will entertain you with Cowboy poetry, singing and some really tall tales! Lee will be performing

from 12 - 5 each Saturday and Sunday.

tri-County Antique trACtor PullNov. 16 & 17. Tractors of every make and model, dating from 1960 and earlier, will be

competing against each other to see who can pull the heaviest load the farthest down the dirt track. If you like tractors then this show is for you!

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Featured Articles6 The Benefits of Children

Owning Pets

8 Holiday Activities and Sights

12 Gift Giving Guide

16 Cowboy Pete’s Favorites

18 Dining Guide

Activities14 Cooking with Kids

20 Calendar of Events

22 Arts and Crafts

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Even at the age of two, children can be heard muttering the words “dogs” and “cats”. Naturally, children are drawn to animals because they are viewed as loving creatures. The holidays have once again arrived and on the top of many children wish lists is the word “pet”, probably with many heart symbols following it. Now here’s the big question, should or shouldn’t you take on the responsibility of an animal?

The initial argument that plays through parents minds when they are faced with the pet dilemma is whether or not the child will keep up their responsibilities as a pet owner. Realistically, a toddler will not be capable of taking on all the challenges of owning a pet, but with time, they can become the sole provider for their pet. Give your child responsibilities depending on their age.

Ages 0-2 Teach them to play and with and pet animals gently.Ages 2 to 4 Help with feeding (for dogs, cats, fish), learn to pet

gently, learn to brush cats or dogs.Ages 5-10 Give food and water regularly to animal, walk

dogs (with adult supervision), play with animals more regularly, change litter box, clean up after dogs and/or clean cages.

Ages 10+ children are able to take on the full responsibilities of owning a pet.

Pets have extremely positive effects on children. Pets have been shown to help children cope with a variety of disorders such as depression, poor immune function and social anxiety. They help to teach a child empathy and compassion as well as confidence. Children will have a better sense of responsibility when they know they have an animal to take care of. Pets can also help all family members with their stress levels because of their unconditional love and attention.

If dogs or cats are too much of a responsibility for the whole family, consider a guinea pig, parakeet, rabbits, hedgehogs or gerbil because they require less attention and assistance.

Adopting a pet is a long term commitment, but the negatives, such as costs for food, toys and vet care, don’t seem to matter once you’ve made you’re pet an official member of your family.

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The Benefits of Children Owning Pets


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There may not be snow covering the grounds of our city, but the holiday season has certainly arrived. This year, visit the many festive sights around San Antonio with your family and say yes to holiday cheer.

The South Texas Maize begins this joyous season by opening their doors on September 22. Not only can you journey through their legendary maize, but you can jump onto a hayride, sit warmly by a campfire, pick out the perfect pumpkin to take home and treat yourself to a family picnic. Once the fall wind glides across your face while you’re sitting atop a bale of hay, you’ll know the holiday season has finally arrived.

When the kids begin mentioning Santa’s name and you begin cringing at all the Toy “R” Us ads sprawled across the floor, take

the family away from the material items and visit Devine Acres Farm! Dress warmly and enjoy Devine Acres Farm’s playground, horseshoes, washers and tin bucket golf and petting zoo. To visit with Santa himself, reserve a spot on

December 1, 8th or 15th and have a pancake breakfast with Santa Claus! Remind your children to be on their best behavior for Santa only delivers gifts to the nicest of children. Don’t leave without a pine tree strapped to the back of your car!

Every weekend in November, the Texas Renaissance Festival will be hosting a different themed weekend. The Christmas celebration lasts November 23rd to the 25th. The park will look absolutely magical with holiday décor brightening every corner and beautiful music playing throughout the festival. You might even believe you’ve been transported to the North Pole!

Along with the many holiday festivals, there will be performances throughout the city. The Nutcracker will be playing at the Majestic Theatre November 23 to December 2 and Woodlawn Theatre opens their curtains for a Christmas Story, playing November 23 to December 23. A musical celebration titled Holiday Pops will put on their annual show on December 21 and 22 at the Majestic Theatre, a performance Alamo Area Kids and Family looks forward to every year.

However you decide to spend this holiday, do so with your family and let the magical spirit of this time of year embrace you.

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CooKinG With KidsPilgrim Hats

Ingredients:2 to 3 hot dogsTube of crescent roll doughBologna (hand-sliced from the deli

counter, for a larger diameter than prepackaged)

Sliced yellow American or Cheddar cheese

Flour

Directions: 1. Heat the oven to 350°. Cut hot dogs into eight 1-inch segments.

Separate the dough along its perforations. On a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper, stand the hot dog segments on end, spaced well apart.

2. Drape a triangle of dough over a segment. Dip a glass in flour, then use it to cut out a circle centered on the hot dog. With floured hands, press the dough around the segment to form a hat shape. Repeat to make the remaining hats. Bake them for 10 to 12 minutes.

3. Cut eight thin strips of bologna and eight small squares of cheese. Arrange them on the cooled hats as shown.

Candied Popcorn

Ingredients: 12 cups popped popcorn1 (14 oz.) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk1 (3 oz.) package flavored gelatin

Directions: HEAT oven to 300ºF. Line large shallow roasting pan with heavy foil,

extending foil over edges of pan. Butter foil.REMOVE all unpopped popcorn. Pour popcorn into prepared pan. Keep

warm in oven.COMBINE sweetened condensed milk and dry gelatin in medium

saucepan. Heat and stir over low heat until mixture is slightly thickened and bubbly, 4 to 5 minutes.

POUR mixture over popcorn. Stir gently to coat using a long-handled wooden spoon. Bake 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Carefully turn out onto large piece of lightly buttered foil. Cool. Break into pieces or clusters.

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Ingredients: 1 Cup Sugar1 Cup Corn Syrup1 1/3 Cup Creamy Peanut Butter4 1/4 Cup Rice Krispes1 Pinch of Salt4 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped1 Handful Chocolate Chips

Directions: 1. In a large sauce pan over medium heat, melt the sugar, corn syrup,

and peanut butter until smooth and evenly combined.2. Remove from heat.3. Quickly add the salt and cereal and stir to combine thoroughly. Add

the chocolate chips and stir again. Wait about 1 min and add the candy, quickly folding the mixture together so as to not smash up the candy.

4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drop rounded tablespoons onto the sheet. Let cool and devour!

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paper; set aside.2. In a small to medium bowl, melt

the white candy melts according to the package instructions.3. Working one at a time, dip a Nutter Butter cookie into the melted

coating and flip it over to coat completely (a fork is great for this). Remove and let any excess drip off then place on the wax paper-lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining Nutter Butter cookies. Place the baking sheet into the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes so the coating can set.

4. Attach a small decorating tip (I used a #2) to a pastry bag and fill with black icing (I just used Wilton decorating icing to make it easy). Dab a small amount on one side of an M&M and place on the coated cookie. Repeat with another just below to make the two “buttons”.

5. Dab another small amount on the bottom of half of a Tic Tac and affix to the center of the top of the cookie for the nose. Again, repeat.

6. Now squeeze out small dots for the eyes and the mouth. Ta-Da! Snowmen!

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Opening their first after school program in spring 2010, Kids on Course has since dedicated themselves to teaching children the game of golf as well as helping to build character with every game. The after school program begins 15 minutes after the bell rings and students gather at a designated location before being led to the golf practice area. For one hour, kids will practice their golf skills with instructors. To find out if your school participates, visit the Kids on Course website and click on your district.

Saturday clinics, private lessons, holiday clinics, summer camps and tournaments are also available.

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J&R Gymnastics features many special programs, Parent’s Night Out is a 3 ½ hour playtime with open play as well as structured games to keep the kids entertained while you enjoy some alone time. Other special programs include open gym, specialty clinics, field trips & summer camps.

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When it comes to art, age does not matter. Inspire Fine Art offers classes in ceramics, painting, jewelry making, creative writing and so many other forms of art for individuals ages 6 to 70+! Their Art for Wellness outreach program focuses on creating a constructive and fun outlet for anyone who enters their door. The extensive list of classes will help you find your inner artist and it won’t take long for you to understand their mission. Other classes include art of songwriting, basic welding, oil painting, figurative to abstract drawing, portraits, stone sculpting and tile making. Register for classes online today and experience the healing power of the fine arts.

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AMERICAN____________Armadillo’s 1423 McCullough,(210) 226-7556Big’z Burger Joint2303 N SL-1604 W,(210) 408-2029www.bigz-burgerjoint.com Cheesy Jane’s4200 Broadway St, (210) 826-0800www.cheesyjanes.comChris Madrid’s1900 Blanco Rd, (210) 735-3552Clear Springs Restaurant606 West Afton Oaks Boulevard(210) 403-3474www.clearspringscafe.comEZ’s Brick Oven and Grill www.ezsrestaurants.com5 locations around townGood Time Charlies2922 Broadway, (210) 828-5392www.gtcsatx.comJim’s jimsrestaurants.comKids 10 and under eat free Monday through Wednesday from 5p.m. to 9p.m.Lucky Burger2114 NW Military Hwy(210) 341-8866www.luckyburger.netMagic Time Machine902 N.E. Loop 410, (210) 828-1470Rainforest Cafe110 E Crockett St, (210) 277-6300The Cove606 W. Cypress Street(210) 227-2683 www.thecove.us

BBQ____________Barbecue Station1610 NW Loop 410,(210) 824-9191 www.barbecuestation.comBun ‘N Barrel1150 Austin Highway,(210) 828-2829www.bunnbarrel.comCounty Line111 West Crockett St., (210) 229-194110101 Interstate 10, (210) 641-1998Grady’s Bar-B-Q www.gradysbbq.com for locationsRudy’s Real Texas BBQ www.rudys.com for locationsTexas Pride Barbecue2980 E. Loop 1604,(210) 649-3730

CAjuN____________Acadiana Café1289 SW Loop 410(210) 674-0019Big Easy Café 4822 Walzem Rd.(210) 653-5688Scenic Loop Café 25615 Boerne Stage Rd., (210) 687-1818

ItAlIAN____________Chuck E. Cheese’s www.chuckecheese.comDouble Dave’s Pizzaworks www.ddpw.com19186 Blanco Road,(210) 932-3283Incredible Pizza Company11743 West Avenue,(210) 342-212Peter Piper Pizzawww.peterpiperpizza.comRome’s Pizza www.romespizza.com Spaghetti Warehouse1226 E. Houston St,(210) 299-1114Zio’s Italian Kitchen 12858 W. IH 10, (210) 697-722218030 U.S. 281, (210) 495-77227824 Pat Booker Rd., (210) 637-7787

MExICAN____________Alamo Cafe & Tortilla Factory14250 US Hwy. 281 N (between Bitters & Brookhollow)(210) 495-2233 Beto’s Comida Latin8142 Broadway, (210) 930-9393www.betosinfo.comEl Chaparral2838 N. Loop 1604 E,(210) 490-8302www.elchaparral.netLa Hacienda de los Barrios18747 Redland Road,(210) 497-8000Los Barrios Restaurant4223 Blanco Road, (210) 732-6017www.losbarrios1.comMamacitas8030 IH 10 West, (210) 341-5424Mi Tierra Cafe218 Produce Row, (210) 225-1262www.mitierracafe.comJacala Mexican Restaurant 606 West Avenue, (210) 732-5222Las Palapas www.mylaspalapas.com


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12/1 - 12/2Dog Days- Happy Howlidays! at the San Antonio Botanical Gardens12/1 - 12/2Kids’ Gingerbread at the San Antonio Children’s Museum12/1 & 12/8 & 12/15Pancakes with Santa at Devine Acres Farm 12/3Tamales at the Pearl!- A holiday family festival at The Pearl Brewery

12/8Free Family Art Day at Inspire Fine Art 12/21 - 12/22Holiday Pops at the Majestic Theatre12/31San Antonio Children’s Museum Kids’ Countdown!12/31Celebrate San Antonio at La Villita and HemisFair Park

1/5Army All American Bowl at the Alamodome 1/9 - 12/16Dr. Seuss’s The Cat and the Hat and other Tales at The Magik Theatre12/11 - 2/3Bug at The Woodlawn Theatre 1/11 - 1/12Garza plays Mozart at the Majestic Theatre

11/1 & 11/25Texas Renaissance Festival in Plantersville

11/1 - 12/31Dinosaur Stampede at the San Antonio Botanical Gardens11/1 - 11/25South Texas Maize in Hondo11/3 & 11/4Texas Renaissance Festival-Roman Bacchanal in Plantersville11/9Family Flashlight Night at the San Antonio Botanical Gardens11/10 & 11/11Texas Renaissance Festival- Barbarian Invasion in Plantersville11/10Free Family Art Day at Inspire Fine Art11/14 - 12/22Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells at The Magik Theatre11/17 - 18Texas Renaissance Festival- Highland Spring in Plantersville11/19 - 1/6Light the Way at The University of the Incarnate Word

11/23 - 11/25Texas Renaissance Festival- Celtic Christmas in Plantersville11/23 - 12/23A Christmas Story at The Woodlawn Theatre11/23 - 12/2The Nutcracker at the Majestic Theatre11/23 - 12/16Christmas at the Farm at Devine Acres Farm

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Holiday PopsDecember 21-22, 2012 | 8:00pm

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NutcrackerNov. 23-25 & Nov. 30-Dec. 2Ballet San Antonio | Majestic Theatre(Children under 12 half-price!)

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beak, snood, and feet and to write a guest’s name below the bird.

Light up Snowman

You’ll need:squat plastic jar or bottlescissors and craft knife (an adult’s job)battery-operated tea lightwaterwhite gluebrushwhite, black, and orange tissue papersmall black beads, sequins, or buttonsribbon

Instructions: 1. To make a snowman, wash and dry a squat plastic jar or bottle

(along with the pomegranate juice bottlea squeezable jelly bottle, an 8-ounce apple juice bottle, or any bottles you have around your house).

2. Have an adult help and with scissors or a craft knife, cut away the container’s bottom to accommodate a battery-operated tea light.

3. Mix water and white glue to a creamy consistency, then brush it over the jar. Attach white tissue paper scraps and brush with another layer of the diluted glue. In the same way, cover the lid with black tissue paper scraps. Let the bottle and lid dry.

4. For the eyes and mouth, glue on small black beads, sequins, or buttons. For the nose, brush glue over a cone of orange tissue paper, let it dry, then adhere it.

5. Tie on a ribbon scarf and place your man over the tea light!

Fun Holiday Crafts

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