Let your kids try something new! Kanki Sushi Bar!

Let your kids try something new this summer! We have always been very fortunate in that Owen loves to try new things and even more...new food! We decided to take him to the Kanki Sushi Bar at the Crabtree Valley Mall on Glenwood Ave.

His father and I both love Sushi and decided that it was time for Owen to try it out. First

step...mastering the tools. Showing Owen how to use Chopsticks for Sushi was fun! He really enjoyed sitting up on the high stools and watching the Chefs make his food. We have eaten at the Hibachi part of this restaurant before...where you sit and watch the Chef cook your meal and that is also a great dining experience for children! Watching the Chef make and roll our Sushi was wonderful!

Owen had a California roll - no real raw fish...but there are so many flavors to choose from! The Sushi rolls start at about $5, so this can be a great, inexpensive lunch. It was a great way to introduce Owen to Sushi!

Go to: www.kanki.com/sushi.cfm for their Sushi menu.

Gypsy Divers in Raleigh

For several months now, Owen has been taking swimming lessons at Gypsy divers here in Raleigh. With summer here, I cannot stress enough the importance of pool safety and that swimming is not just a sport - but a life skill.

We love Gypsy Divers! The classes are small, indoor pool, excellent staff and teachers, and very, very affordable!

There are always fun events, summer camp, and even offer birthday party accommodations! For those of you with older children or who have always wanted to learn to dive, they also have a wonderful dive program!

Here is the link: www.gypsyivers.com

Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics!

Looking for something fun for the kids this summer? Lowe's hosts Build and Grow Clinics twice a month - free! Each child gets to have a great hands on build and create something fun to take home and keep!

Make sure you register for each clinic as they are very popular - especially during the summer months! Register here: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/ . Clinics are on Saturday mornings starting at 10 am at your local Lowes store.

You also receive a work apron, embroidered patch, and signed certificate upon completing the craft!

Have fun and enjoy!