Kids Atlanta - March 09, 2009

Blender Splendor

Jack’s Harvest Mango Smoothie Recipe

Parents of picky pups know the most important ingredient in any recipe is a little imagination.

Secretly slip in the good stuff with a mango smoothie reimagined by Jack’s Harvest, local purveyor of frozen organic baby food.

Handy Candy Mango Smoothie
Makes four frosty beverages

Ingredients
1 c. pineapple juice
1 c. light coconut milk
1 12-oz. bag Jack’s Harvest Tango with Mango
1 tsp. flax seed oil
½ tsp. probiotic
½ c. vanilla (or banana) yogurt
1 c. ice

1. Dump all the ingredients into a blender.

2. Blend away.

3. Garnish with a strawberry and enjoy!

It’s the perfect way to mix things up.

Baby still hungry? Go to jacksharvest.com.

MOVE
Salsambo
What: Kids (ages 7 and up) shake it salsa style while moms get jiggy next door.
Why: The whole gang’s grooving.
When: Sat., noon.
Where: Salsambo Dance Studio, 1427 Mayson St., Midtown (404-541-9808).

RUN
ShamRock ’n Roll Road Race
What: Strollers are welcome at this family-friendly event to benefit The Junior League of Atlanta.
Why: You have the luck o’ the Irish.
When: Sun. 5k, 8 a.m.; 10k, 8:30 a.m.
Where: Atlantic Station, 171 17th St., Midtown (678-795-0115). Register online by Fri. at shamrocknroll.org.

DISCOVER
Turtle Treats
What: Tots (ages 4-6) explore the world of turtles by creating their own shells, playing games, and enjoying tasty snacks.
Why: Let them stick their necks out.
When: Wed., 9:45-11 a.m.
Where: Chattahoochee Nature Center, 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell (770-992-2055 ext. 237 or scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com). Registration required by Tues.