Have you ever considered adopting or fostering a child? Please join us for a free, no obligation Adoption & Foster Care Information Meeting in Burlington on Saturday, April 28 at 11:00 a.m. We will talk about the licensing process and you will have an opportunity to ask any questions you might have. You do not have to be wealthy, married, or own your home in order to adopt or provide foster care. You only need to be willing to provide a safe and loving home for a child in need. Contact Courtney Dabney for more information at 336.369.3822 or cdabney@chsnc.org. There is another event at the same date and time in Greensboro at 604 Meadow St.

Join Poet.She at the First Friday Youth Poetry Slam that will be held Friday, May 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Greensboro Children’s Museum located at 220 North Church Street, Greensboro, N.C. Youth ages 9-16 are encouraged to compete in three rounds of poetry to win bragging rights to earn the title of Greensboro Youth Poet champion. Attendants are encouraged to pay what they can, as proceeds will go towards improving literacy rates among Guilford County students. Music and refreshments start at 5 p.m. For more details or to register, call Kelly Williams at 219-741-5420 or email Poet.She at poet.she7@gmail.com.

Whether you are looking for ideas for NC field trips or other kids activities in NC, Castle McCulloch is the premier place for NC Gem Panning. nnA trip to the historic Castle McCulloch is a must for all those interested in NC Gem Panning! Tours of McCulloch gem panning are sponsored by the McCulloch Foundation and are fun for families, students, seniors, and businesses! The Gem panning activities are exciting, educational, and an overall great group adventure! Plan to spend your field trips, birthday parties, or other kids activities at this unique and historic NC Panning treasure.

The Mommy & Me Playtime event offers a morning of free, family fun each month on the third Tuesday of the month. rnActivities include Make & Take Art Project, Storytelling and Music & Motion activities; provided by ABRAKADOODLE, that combine music, dance, and interactive games.rnFamilies will register as they come in to participate and will receive merchant offers, discounts and coupons as part of their registration packet. Mommy & Me Playtime is free and open to families with children under 7 years. rnrn

The African American Atelier & Atelier Around the World welcomes children ages 5-16 to participate in Saturday Enrichment Workshops. Sessions focus on specific techniques in selected arts and crafts. n nWorkshop Dates: nMarch 31 = Sculpture nApril 28 = Printmaking nMay 26 = Action Painting n n nClasses are held in Atelier's Studio (Room #329) in the Greensboro Cultural Center 200 North Davie Street, Greensboro, NC.nnWorkshops are free, but space is limited! To register call 336-333-6885 or email atelieryouthprogram@gmail.comn

Four Seasons Town Centre presents Family Fun Sunday! featuring Magician John Tudor. John's act mixes inspirational story-telling with state-of-the-art magic fun for all ages!

The Greensboro Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority will present the 25th annual Alberta W. Cuthbertson Visual & Performing Arts Program featuring Guilford County Minority High School Students. For 20 years the African American Atelier has partnered with the Deltas to host the finest art created by Guilford County high school students. nnExhibition runs from May 20 to June 22.

Ages 4-6/Pre-K through 1st Grade. CAMP QMT…is the solution for an exciting, fun-filled day camp experience! Our structured, engaging, daily activities will be what your younger children need to help stimulate, motivate, and educate them academically! It will also be a refresher for those enrolled in school so they won't fall behind! Statistics show that most children forget over half of what they’ve learned during the school year over the summer! Your child will be immersed daily in Spanish and sign-language, engaged in Music, Art, Cooking, Reading, AND FUN, FUN, FUN!!!

The Mommy & Me Playtime event offers a morning of free, family fun each month on the third Tuesday of the month. rnActivities include Make & Take Art Project, Storytelling and Music & Motion activities; provided by ABRAKADOODLE, that combine music, dance, and interactive games.rnFamilies will register as they come in to participate and will receive merchant offers, discounts and coupons as part of their registration packet. Mommy & Me Playtime is free and open to families with children under 7 years. rnrn

Who could resist the zany antics and non-stop laughter of this classical farce? Written and directed by Harry Poster, and staged at the beautiful Reynolda House, Oscar Wilde’s beloved tale takes a new twist. Join Peppercorn for a comedy fit for the young and the young at heart.

Please join Peppercorn Children's Theatre as we celebrate the closing of our second show of the season "The Importance of Being Earnest" with what else but a tea party! There will be tea and coffee available, as well as deserts and petit fours to nibble on. Additionally, kids will have the opportunity to participate in fun hands-on activities and interact with the Peppercorn cast from the show.

The Mommy & Me Playtime event offers a morning of free, family fun each month on the third Tuesday of the month. rnActivities include Make & Take Art Project, Storytelling and Music & Motion activities; provided by ABRAKADOODLE, that combine music, dance, and interactive games.rnFamilies will register as they come in to participate and will receive merchant offers, discounts and coupons as part of their registration packet. Mommy & Me Playtime is free and open to families with children under 7 years. rnrn

Greensboro is one of eleven cities in the United States and Canada to host workshops this summer. Children in the demonstration class will experience songs, explore movement and listening activities taught by an early childhood music specialist; all as part of a teacher training demonstration class. The sessions will be led by Leilani Miranda and Dr. Mary Louise Wilson, master teacher educators with more than 20 years experience sharing music with young children.

PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME—First Thursdays, 1:00 p.m.nAndy Griffith Museum, Lower Level, 218 Rockford Street, Mount AirynThe monthly Pre-School Storytime meets on the first Thursday of every month at 1:00 p.m. This FREE storytelling and crafts program for preschoolers will be hosted by Christina and Peter Holland. All are invited! Each session last approximately one hour. Call the Surry Arts Council at (336) 786-7998 to register.n

Have you ever considered adopting or fostering a child in need? If so, please consider joining us on August 11 at 11 a.m in Winston-Salem to learn how. It's free and there is absolutely no obligation.nnCHS is particularly looking for families interested in providing adoption or foster care services to sibling groups, teenagers, medically fragile infants and children, therapeutic placements, and teen mothers.nnYou to not have to be wealthy, married, or own your home in order to adopt or provide foster care. You just have to be willing to open your heart and home.nnYou can make a difference that lasts a lifetime!nnFor more information call Courtney Dabney at 1.800.632.1400 x353 or visit www.chsnc.org and click on 'attend an adoption/foster care info meeting.'

FREE FAMILY MOVIES - Third Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m.nThe EARLE Theatre at 142 N. Main Street in Mount Airy hosts a family movie on 3rd Thursdays at 10:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. Admission is free. n

The Mommy & Me Playtime event offers a morning of free, family fun each month on the third Tuesday of the month. rnActivities include Make & Take Art Project, Storytelling and Music & Motion activities; provided by ABRAKADOODLE, that combine music, dance, and interactive games.rnFamilies will register as they come in to participate and will receive merchant offers, discounts and coupons as part of their registration packet. Mommy & Me Playtime is free and open to families with children under 7 years. rnrn

Brenner Walk and Bike Race-Fighting Childhood ObesityrnSaturday, September 8, 2012rnOld Salem Museum and GardensrnWalk begins at 9amrnBike race begins at 11amrnrnLace up your walking shoes, get your family and friends together and join us for a walking adventure through Old Salem on September 8, as Brenner Children’s Hospital hosts a fundraising walk and professional bike race. The Brenner Walk and Bike Race is a community event in Winston-Salem that engages families to get out and move, learn about healthy eating and help fight childhood obesity. The day will include an interactive walk for all ages, a professional bike race and hands-on activities in Salem Square. Proceeds directly benefits the Brenner FIT (Families in Training) Program, which is a family-centered, evidence-based approach to weight management.rnrnTo register, visit www.brennerchildrens.org or for more information contact Cindy Caines at 336-716-7985 or ccaines@wakehealth.edurn

On September 15, 22, & 29th 2012. The Nia Community Action Center, Inc in collaboration with Communities in Schools will host Airblown Entertainments Drive In Theater. Featuring The Hunger Game on Sept 15th, The Lorax Sept 22nd, and The Avengers Sept 29th.