An interesting event to go to

Thought this might be of interest to our readers...

On June 25th, the Moms Clubs of Ridgefield and Redding are hosting a lecture on childhood health and nutrition at the Ridgefield Rec Center. Doors will open at 6:30 pm for wine tasting and appetizers, with the lecture scheduled to begin at 7:00 pm. Nutritionist Elizabeth DiMeo will talk about the "state of the plate", particularly our children's plates and how to begin your children on the lifelong journey to healthy eating habits. To learn more about Elizabeth, visit www.nutrition-therapies.com. Tickets are required, and can be purchased at Ridgefield Fitness Club and Ridgefield Organics.

Nourishing the soul via music

The day before yesterday my daughter had her first violin recital. Before the musicians began to play, the teacher said a few words. Here is my best recollection of her introduction. It went something like this...

"As parents, we stimulate our children's brains through academics and school. We develop their bodies through sports and athletic activities. And we nourish their souls with music."

She went on to say a few more words, but I thought that statement was so true and so eloquent, that it brought a lump to my throat. Without realizing it, the violin teacher summed up why we named our business Hearts and Minds Music. Because we instinctly felt (and we've since found research that has proven this) that music helps children's brains develop AND it touches those "invisible" parts - the heart, the soul. And if your soul is not nourished, can the other parts develop as well?
- Lili, who has some summer violin lessons to schedule

Thank You

As we wrap up our spring semester, I can't help but reflect back on how much the children have grown and accomplished this year. We saw children walk through our door in September who clung to Mommy for dear life and refused to make eye contact with us. We had children who cried throughout the first several classes. And we had children who were bundles of energy darting from one thing to the next. Those same children now look forward to their weekly Kindermusik class and want more than anything to hold Miss Amy's hand during our circle dances, or sit on Miss Amy's lap, or give Miss Amy hugs. Class can still be noisy and chaotic at times, but it is with a purpose and with a focus. These are the happy sounds of engaged children, each processing information in their own unique way. I thank all of you who have been a part of our studio this year--you are friends, you are family, you are community. I look forward to seeing you all back and welcoming new friends this summer and next fall!

Amy